Mary Lou (Selleck) Wertz, age 82, of Wellsboro, PA
Mary Lou (Selleck) Wertz, age 82, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Wednesday, February 28, 2024.
She was born on March 16, 1941 in Towanda, PA, a daughter of the late Waldo Selleck and Eleanor (Wilcox) Lattimer.
She graduated from Athens High School, class of 1959. Mary was married to Ed Wertz for 64 years and retired from both Dresser Manufacturing and Laurel Health Systems where she was Personnel Director and Director of Development respectively.
She loved to paint, spend time with her grandchildren, family and friends in Oak Island, NC, as well as traveling with her best friend Sandy Griscavage. She was an Executive Member of the Republican National Committee as well as a member of the Artists Guild, Wellsboro Women’s Chorus, Ladies Golf Association and volunteered at the Food Pantry and Wellsboro Hospital for many years.
She was a member of the Wellsboro United Methodist Church where she was also in the choir.
(DCI) Parents as Teachers program hosted a “Valentine’s Day Paw-Ty”
Dickinson Center, Inc. (DCI) Parents as Teachers program hosted a “Valentine’s Day Paw-Ty” on February 12, 2024. At this event, 60 families with 30 children explored the Boys & Girls Club of St. Marys, completed activities and crafts. Each family also had a snack and received a Clifford book. So many families came to the paw-ty with donations for local furry friends at the Elk County Humane Society. DCI is thankful for the donations, and the love and support from the community. The Elk County Humane Society expressed their appreciation when the DCI Parents as Teachers team delivered all the donations to them.
Information Sessions Scheduled for Penn College LPN Courses
Penn College has scheduled Information Sessions for their upcoming LPN courses. When you enroll in the full-time Practical Nursing program, you’ll be on your way to a fulfilling career in just one year. With skilled faculty, hands-on learning labs, 1,546 hours of instruction, and access to Penn College student services, you’ll be confident and ready to take the Practical Nursing licensing exam (NCLEX-PN), and if you want to advance your career, we have pathways to get you there.
Former Bradford Man Found Dead in an Oil City Creek; Mom Seeks Funds For Funeral
Chrystal Crum is organizing this fundraiser and has asked us to help spread the word.
Hello, my name is Chrystal Crum. Most no me as Griffin. As everyone knows, my son, Michael Austin unexpectedly passed away on Saturday. I’m raising money to help pay for his funeral services and to have him transferred to Bradford from Oil City, PA. For his friends and those who can’t make it to Bradford for the funeral, there will be a small celebration of life service in Oil City, PA. Details will be posted at a later date. Thank you for your support.
A Go Fund Me fundraiser can be accessed by clicking HERE.
According to news reports, the remains of a young man who grew up in Bradford, PA, were found on Saturday in Sage Run near Pumphouse Road in Oil City.
Venango County Coroner Christina Rugh identified the remains. They belong to 23-year-old Michael J. Austin, of Oil City.
Dr. Eric Vey, of the Erie County Coroner’s Office, performed an autopsy on Monday, February 26. Preliminary findings indicate drowning as the cause of death.
Venango County 9-1-1 dispatch reports two calls for service came in at about 11:00 a.m. on Saturday asking for police assistance. Oil City Police officers were dispatched to the area of Sage Run near Pumphouse Road, about 200 feet downriver from the Wye Bridge.
A purported photo of the scene was widely circulated via text message and social media on Saturday depicting a young man dressed in navy sweats with white lettering lying on his back in shallow water near the shoreline. His body appeared to be in full rigor mortis with his arms held above him and his hands clasped. His knees were bent, protruding out of the water.
Thomas A. Hammond, 57, of Keating Summit St., Keating Summit, PA.
Thomas A. Hammond, 57, of Keating Summit St., passed away unexpectedly Tuesday (Feb. 27, 2024) from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Born March 13, 1966, in Port Allegany, he was a son of Frederick O. and Dorothy I. Trimm Hammond.
He was a lifetime resident of the area and a graduate of the Port Allegany High School, class of 1985.
Thomas was a machine operator with American Axel Corp. of Ridgway, PA.
He was a former member of the United Methodist Church, Port Allegany.
Thomas was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting & fishing. He also enjoyed darts, shooting pool and being the life of the party.
He was an avid Cowboys, Sabre, and Cubs Fan for many years.
Dolores K. Eastman, 99, of Chestnut St., Port Allegany, PA
Dolores K. Eastman, 99, of Chestnut St., passed away Tuesday (Feb. 27, 2024) in Penn Highlands Dubois, surrounded by family.
Born February 15, 1925, in Port Allegany, she was a daughter of George F. and Daisy H. Stone Botera. On June 8, 1947, in Montoursville, PA, she married Lloyd E. Eastman, who died Jan. 12, 2018. They were married 70 years.
Dolores was a lifetime resident of the area and a graduate of the Port Allegany High School, class of 1942.
She had been employed with Sylvania Co. formerly of Emporium, Pittsburgh Corning Co. and North Penn Gas Co. both formerly of Port Allegany, Liberty School, Port Allegany; but most enjoyably, a homemaker for her family.
She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Port Allegany, where she taught Sunday school for 17 years, nursery worship volunteer, and was fundamental in forming, Adopt a Family Program, UM Church.
William J. “Billy Bob” Thompson Sr., 74, of Ridgway, PA.
William J. “Billy Bob” Thompson Sr., 74, of Ridgway, died on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at his residence after a lengthy illness.
He was born on July 21, 1949, in Ridgway, a son of the late Wilbur J. and Lois M. Doull Thompson.
On May 10, 1986, he married Judith Miller, who survives.
William attended Ridgway Area High School and served in the U.S Marine Corps. He worked at GKN, retiring after more than 25 years of service. William loved to be with his family and traveling. He was a Ridgway Fire Department Volunteer and later became Fire Police Captain for many years.
Shirley J. Milchuck, 83, formally of Ridgway, PA
Shirley J. Milchuck, 83, formerly of Ridgway, PA died on Friday, February 23, 2024, at Pinecrest Nursing Home.
She was born on July 3, 1940, in Coudersport, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Cecil A. and Virginia B. (Hall) Berfield.
She had previously been employed at Carson Finance in Coudersport, Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Ridgway, and retired after many years at Alltel. She was an avid gardener, reader, shopper, and loved to travel.
David F. Bleem, Sr., 82, of Bradford, PA
David F. Bleem, Sr., 82, of Bradford, PA went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at the Olean General Hospital.
Born on September 12, 1941, in Bradford, he was a son of the late John W. Bleem and Mary Rose (Chicketti) Bleem-Fabian.
On September 9, 1961, in Bradford, he married Carol Ann (Anderson) Bleem, who passed away February 21, 2004.
He enlisted in the United States Army on June 29, 1961, and served until his honorable discharge on June 22, 1964.
David was a laborer in the Brick Union #9. He was a former member of the Moose Club. He loved hunting, fishing, spending time with his family, sitting on the patio, and taking rides.