Smethport – Kara Jo Towner, 40, of Smethport, PA passed away Tuesday (February 20, 2024) at her residence.

She was born June 26, 1983 in Bradford, the daughter of Kent J. and Sharon (Shaffer) Towner.

Kara was a graduate of Smethport Area High School Class of 2001 and she loved dolphins, enjoyed gardening, art and playing jokes on people.

Joy L. Bolling             “beloved mother and grandmother”

COUDERSPORT, PA—Joy L. Bolling, 51, of Coudersport, formerly of Roulette, passed away with her loving sons by her side on Monday, February 19, 2024, in UPMC Cole, after a long illness.

Born on Tuesday, October 17, 1972 in Coudersport, she was a daughter of Dean and Charlene Grandin Meacham. 

Joy was a 1991 graduate of Port Allegany High School.  She was employed for many years by Helpmates in Coudersport and at the time of her passing was employed by Dickinson Center Inc. in Coudersport.

Joy was a member of the Bradford Vets Club.  She enjoyed art, reading, and crocheting.  Her greatest love was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Smethport – Raymond G. Bigley, 71, of Smethport, PA passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday (February 20, 2024) at his residence.

Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Doris Ann BORCHERT, 88, of Wellsville, NY, a long-time seminary professor and great-grandmother, passed away on January 30, 2024, leaving behind her husband of sixty-four years, Dr. Gerald Leo Borchert, 91, a New Testament scholar. 

Jack M. HAMILTON, 72, of Coudersport, PA, died Monday, February 19, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport. 

Born July 25, 1951, in Coudersport, he was the son of Marshall and Kathleen June Haskins Hamilton.  On September 3, 1983, in Coudersport, he married the former Linda L. Trott, who survives. 

A 1969 graduate of Coudersport High School, he served honorably with the U.S. Army from 1970 – 1973, stationed in Korea at the DMZ.  He was employed by various companies in the pipeline industry as a radiographer, worked in the nuclear industry as a quality control inspector, employed by Tri-County, and retired from Dominion as an Instrumentation Technician. 

Jack was a member of Coudersport Golf Club.  

Buffalo- Steven Kyle Sanderson

Steven Kyle Sanderson (November 18, 1986), 37, passed away suddenly on February 18 2024 at home in Buffalo leaving his family devastated. 

He’s a 2004 graduate of Hinsdale Central School. He briefly attended University of Pittsburgh before moving to San Diego, CA and eventually settling in Buffalo, NY. 

His passing leaves his family and friends grieving, yet they find comfort in the fond memories of his great sense of humor, creativity, and unwavering affection for his family and friends. 

Marvin L. “Husky” Schatz, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Penn Highlands Elk with his family by his side.

He was born on July 21, 1937 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Charles and Loretta Nissel Schatz.

On July 1, 1961, at Queen of the World Church, he married Marilyn Vollmer Schatz, who survives. With a love story that began nearly 63 years ago, they’ve been together hand in hand ever since.

Husky was a lifelong resident of the area and retired from the former Stackpole FireProof after many years of service.  With a great love for motorcycles, Husky enjoyed going for rides, never turning down the chance to go for a spin with one of his kids. With an interest in just about everything, one of his hobbies included building and flying RC airplanes. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and snowmobiling. He loved learning about and going for rides on steam trains, and always looked forward to taking a ride on the various trains throughout Pennsylvania. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and spending time at the family camp in Flower Valley.

Jeffrey L. FINCH, 68, of Wellsville, NY, died Sunday, February 18, 2024, in Jones Memorial Hospital.  

Born July 9, 1955, in Salamanca, he was the son of Donald Claude and Irene Nettie Mastin Finch.  On May 1, 2005, in Olean, he married Sarah N. Brown, who predeceased him.  He was employed by Highland Park in Wellsville.  Jeffrey loved oldies music and animals, especially his cats.  He was always willing to lend a helping hand. 

Mildred M. Hale                     “beloved mother”

SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Mildred M. Hale, 98, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Lebanon, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, after a short illness.

Born on Friday, October 9, 1925, in Berks County, she was a daughter of John B. and Lydia Bean Miley.  On October 24, 1954, in Norfolk, VA, she married Tommy D. Hale, who passed away on July 3, 2004.

Mrs. Hale was a seamstress in San Diego, California and later at Diane Manufacturing in Lebanon.

Port Allegany – Edna B. Mahon, 100, of Roulette, PA died Monday (February 19, 2024) at UPMC Williamsport, surrounded by her loving family.

Mrs. Mahon was born April 20, 1923 in, Keating Summit, PA, the daughter of Herman  and Alice (Butler) Austin. On March 5, 1947, in Niagara Falls, NY, she married Leonard  C. Mahon, who died on April 16, 2015.

Mrs. Mahon was a lifelong resident of Austin and Roulette and was known by many as “Gram” because of her boundless and endless love not just for her family but for anyone who came into her life. She made everyone feel special and cherished.  She also had a profound love for animals who also had a place in her home. Edna was a remarkable woman of faith, strength, and resilience as she forged through many life issues. Edna also had a spunky and sassy side and would set anyone straight that she felt needed it. She has changed and touched many lives and will be forever remembered by her favorite quote “One Day at a Time”.

She is survived by: two daughters: Cheryl Shall of Neptune Beach, FL, and Kristine (Eric) Landes of Roulette, four sons: Terry (Sue) Lepold of Nottingham, PA, Leo Lepold of Texas, Donald (Rita) Mahon of Roulette, and Butch (Colleen) DeBoer of Roulette. 39 Grandchildren, 85 great-grandchildren, 66 great-great-grandchildren and one great-great-great grandchild and a special family member, Rhonda Bressan and a grandson, Kegan Mahon, who lived with “Gram” for many years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, four sons; Leonard “Tuffy” Mahon, Richard Lepold, Rocky & Gerald Mahon; two daughters, Rosanne Sherwood and Alice Burgett, along with five grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, Feb. 25, 2024, at the Coudersport Fire Hall from 2-3 PM, with services beginning at 3 PM.

Memorials may be made to the Roulette Fire Department or Teacher’s Pet Rescue of Coudersport, PA. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.

Marsha Ellen Lamont, 80, of Emporium, PA, passed away at home on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, following a short illness. She was born on December 27, 1943, in Spangler, PA; a daughter of the late John and Alverta Fletcher Polites. On June 22, 1963, in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bakerton, PA; she married Edward P. Lamont, who survives. They were happily married for sixty years.

Marsha graduated from the first graduating class of Cambria Heights High School in Patton, PA; the Class of 1961. Throughout her life, Marsha embraced the roles of homemaker, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother with love and grace. Marsha was known by so many for her remarkable talent as a pizza maker. Her famous pizzas will always be remembered by the countless individuals who found it impossible to stop at just one slice.

Nellie T. Rostan, 101, passed away Monday (Feb. 19) in the Lutheran Home at Kane.  Born Oct. 18, 1922, she is the daughter of the late Max and Theresa (Ostrauska) Taucher.  On Nov. 20, 1948 in Kane, she married August Rostan, who preceded her in death.

Nellie was a member of St. Callistus Catholic Church and also a member of the CD of A Court Callistus No. 66 and the Altar Rosary Society.  Earlier in life she had worked as a Linotype operator for the Kane Republican and also at the Shirt Factory and as a cashier for the A & P.