Clayton W. Kennedy, 91, of Wellsboro, PA
Clayton W. Kennedy, 91, of Wellsboro, PA passed away Monday March 20, 2023 at UPMC Soldiers and Sailors in Wellsboro.
He was born April 20, 1931 in Shippen Township to Walter and Anna Elizabeth (Fenstenmacher) Kennedy. Clayton went to school in Ansonia and worked at Corning Glass in Corning, NY. On April 4, 1992 he married Mary Kugla, with whom he shared 30 years of marriage.
He was a member of Tyoga Country Club and was an avid golfer, and he especially enjoyed biking and walking along Pine Creek particularly when his daughter walked with him.
Clayton is survived by his wife Mary; two sons: Rick (Donna) Kennedy of Mansfield and David Kennedy of Lancaster; a daughter: Tammi (John) Mosso of Wellsboro; ten grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; a brother: Fred (Dianne) Kennedy of Wellsboro; and a sister: Eleanor Neal of Mansfield.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter: Cheryl Soileau; two sisters: Lillian Gastrock, and Alethea Copley; and a brother: Mahlon Kennedy.
Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Clayton’s life from 1:00pm-2:00pm on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. A funeral will follow in the funeral home with Brett Kennedy officiating. Interment will be in the West Branch Cemetery.
To share a memory or condolence with his family, visit: www.tusseymosher.com.
UPMC Neurosurgeon: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Fadi Sweiss, M.D.
Neurosurgery, UPMC
Without a doubt, the use and advancement of technology has only grown. Society has benefitted from this in many ways, but have you considered the physical effects that using a smartphone, tablet, or other device could have on your physical health?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a condition often occurring in the thumb, index, and middle fingers that includes a tingling feeling or numbness. A compression of the median nerve in your wrist is the culprit. Your median nerve and tendons responsible for bending some of your fingers are located within the carpal tunnel. When this tunnel swells or thickens, compression occurs; the nerve and tendons become irritated, resulting in the uncomfortable sensations of CTS.
MorePennDOT Reminds Pennsylvanians of Free Motorcycle Safety Program Training Opportunities
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) reminds residents that free Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety Program (PAMSP) training opportunities are available to motorcycle riders across the state. Prospective, experienced, and new Pennsylvania riders who have a motorcycle learner’s permit or motorcycle license can develop and refresh operator proficiency through these free trainings.
MoreRoute 6 Road Closure Tomorrow in Sullivan Township, Tioga County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that Route 6 will be closed tomorrow in both directions between Bungy Road and Route 1007 (Elk Run Road) in Sullivan Township, Tioga County, for police activity.
Motorists can expect the closure to take place between the hours of 7:30 PM and 10:00 PM, weather permitting. A detour using Bungy Road and Elk Run Road will be in place.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect travel delays, and drive with caution.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.
NPRC Announces Spring 2023 Open House Information
Warren, Pa: Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) will hold an Open House event on Tuesday, April 18 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at five of their classroom locations. A remote connection will also be available for those who cannot attend in person.
Prospective students and guests will be introduced to members of our team and will learn about the institution, how to enroll in our academic or workforce training courses, receive college readiness resources, hear from our alumni, and ask questions to our team members directly.
The locations for this event include Union City High School – Union City, PA, The Galena Building – Franklin, PA, Parkside Commons, Meadville, PA, Community Education Center of Elk and Cameron Counties – St. Marys, PA, Northern Tioga School District – Elkland, PA, or virtual attendance. Those interested in attending are encouraged to sign up at https://bit.ly/OpenHouseApril_18.
NPRC offers affordable associate degrees, a general education certificate, and workforce training to the region and features locations within 15 miles of most residents in a nine-county footprint. Associate degrees include business administration, criminal justice, early childhood education, liberal studies, and social sciences. Our Workforce Development courses include training in automotive, early childhood education, construction, industrial maintenance, manufacturing, healthcare, operational excellence, supervision and leadership, and transportation. Businesses can also contact NPRC about customizing their training to fit their organizational needs. Many of these courses and programs are also eligible for financial assistance through the local CareerLink®.
“College can be intimidating for many reasons, shares Director of Student Services, Dannielle Fickenworth. “At NPRC, we work incredibly hard to ensure that every student, whether they be a high school student looking at colleges, full-time workers, single parents, or even first-generation college students have the resources and support they need to be successful and do not feel that intimidation. She continues, “This Open House is a great opportunity for someone ready to make a positive change in their life and hear first-hand how NPRC has been helpful in the life of a current student.”
The two remaining Open House events in 2023 are scheduled for Tuesday, July 18 and Tuesday, October 24 at locations and times to be determined. For more information about NPRC, visit our website at https://regionalcollegepa.org.
About NPRC: Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) is authorized by the PA Department of Education to award associate degrees and certificates in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. NPRC is an open-admission, two-year institution of higher education. The College’s mission is to provide affordable and accessible post-secondary education to the residents of northern Pennsylvania. NPRC brings affordable education to a nine-county region (Cameron, Crawford, Elk, Erie, Forest, McKean, Potter, Venango, and Warren). With flexible scheduling options at numerous instructional locations, attending Northern Pennsylvania Regional is an excellent option for individuals interested in furthering their education close to home. With a growing team of high-quality industry-leading instructors directing our classrooms, students are empowered by a welcoming community to change their lives and brighten their futures. NPRC is actively pursuing accreditation. https://regionalcollegepa.org.
Date Set For Port Allegany Town-Wide Yard Sales
Saturday, May 20th, 2023
8:00 AM ’till ???
Registration Forms available at:
Foxs’ Pizza Den, Port Pharmacy, & the Northern Tier Children’s Home Thrift Shop
(Wednesday, May 17th, is the last day to register and be on the map)
A community Service Project organized by the Rotary Club of Port Allegany.
The Shapiro Administration Announces New Military Themed License Plates Now Available
Harrisburg, PA – Today, the Shapiro Administration announced new military themed license plates will be available throughout the Commonwealth. Recently passed legislation allows the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) to now offer Pennsylvanians’ license plates honoring military members and their families. Two of these new plates – the Air Medal license plate and the Afghanistan and Iraq Veterans license plate – recognize veterans’ special contributions during their service.
“These plates are yet another opportunity to show our appreciation for the sacrifices of our military members and families,” said PennDOT Acting Secretary Mike Carroll. “As always, we are proud to recognize our military community and their accomplishments.”
MoreWellsville Police Blotter
Wellsville N.Y. Police Department
Monday, March 20, 2023
Wellsville Police arrested Michael A. Russo, age 23 of Rochester, charging him with Forgery 2nd (Class D Felony) and Grand Larceny 4th (Class E Felony). The charges stem from an investigation conducted by Wellsville Police of an altered/forged check that was passed in the Village of Wellsville in July of 2022. Russo was located by the New York State Police and turned over to Wellsville Police. Russo was processed and arraigned before Wellsville Village Justice Thompson. Russo was released and is due back in Wellsville Village Court on April 4th at 4:30 pm.
Penny J. Anders, 67, of Shinglehouse, PA
Penny J. Anders, 67, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away on Friday, March 17, 2023, in UPMC Susquehanna Williamsport, after a long illness.
Born on Wednesday, October 26, 1955 in Port Allegany, she was a daughter of Willard Tompkins Sr. and Jean M. Roper Tompkins Thompson.
Penny was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse. She had been employed as a home health aide and later was employed as a bartender/cook at the former Carlow’s Tavern in Shinglehouse. She was also employed at the Roadside in Shinglehouse in the same capacity.
She collected cow memorabilia. She enjoyed watching her sons mud bog and compete in demolition derbies.
Surviving are four sons, Scott (Amy) Veley of Angelica, N.Y., Jesse (Angel) Veley of Belmont, N.Y., Gary (Rebecca) Veley of Friendship, N.Y., and Michael (Nicki O’Daniel) Veley of Allentown, N.Y.; twelve grandchildren, Nick (Kelsey) Veley, Andrew Veley, Marcus Veley, Miranda (Justin) Zajicek, DJ (Alyssa) Drake, Brandon (Sidney) Ryan, Jordan Veley, Nicole Veley, Kyle Veley, Jeffrey Hinkle, Matthew Veley, and Joseph Veley; eleven great-grandchildren, Aubrille, Remington, Kinsley, Valentina, Peyton, Rhaea, Iris, Bryson, Briella, Rhett, and Adaline; four siblings, Marie M. (Mark) Wolf of Allegany, N.Y, Willard W. Tompkins of Shinglehouse, Jeff L. (Valerie) Thompson of Duke Center, and Thomas N. “Tom” Thompson of Shinglehouse; and several nieces and nephews.
In keeping with Penny’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Association, PO Box 98, Shinglehouse, PA 16748.
Penny’s family has entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Penny, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Patrick M. Weakland, 88, of Boerne, TX; Former Mt. Jewett Resident
Smethport–Patrick M. Weakland, 88, of Boerne, TX, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2022 at home with family, following a brief illness.
Pat was born on November 4, 1934 in Asheville, Pa to Helen (Sherry) and Modestus Weakland and was the oldest of their ten children.
On October 17, 1953, he married his high school sweetheart, Malvina Westrick, who passed away in May of 2022. They were married for 68 years.
In the late 50’s they moved to Hamburg, NY, where they lived for over 40 years and raised six children.
Pat worked as a professional landscaper for Turtle’s Nursery for over 25 years and later, retired after 20 years at the Ford Stamping Plant.
Pat and Mally retired to Mount Jewett, PA in 1996 and lived there for 20 years before moving to Boerne, TX.
Whether it was putting in a vegetable garden, tending to his landscaping or helping a neighbor, he never sat still long; generous with his time and talents for family, friends and his church.
In addition to his wife, Mally, he was a preceded in death by his son, Amandus, his brother, Roy and his sister, Elizabeth Brennan.
He is survived by five children: Karen (Del) Eulberg; Lucinda Weakland; Wayne (Anna) Weakland; Jeanette (Mark) Ernewein, and Judi Kogler; 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
He is also survived by three brothers: Earl Weakland, Harvey Weakland and Robert Weakland, and four sisters: Edna Miller, Stella Kline, Verna Petrie, Dorothy Teribury.
A funeral mass will be held March 25th at 11:00am at St. Elizabeth Church, Smethport, PA. Burial will be in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Smethport.
In lieu of flowers: Masses or donations to St. Judes’ Childrens’ Hospital are appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Shapiro Administration Announces Long-Term Presence in Darlington Township as Part of Its Commitment to Residents Affected by Norfolk Southern Train Derailment
Darlington Township, PA – Today, the Shapiro Administration announced plans to maintain a long-term, physical presence in Darlington Township, Beaver County to continue assisting residents impacted by the Norfolk Southern train derailment that occurred on February 3 in East Palestine, Ohio.
Starting on Thursday, March 23, staff from the Pennsylvania Departments of Agriculture, Environmental Protection (DEP) and Health (DOH) will be onsite at the Darlington Township Building, 3590 Darlington Rd., Darlington, PA 16115 every Thursday from Noon to 5:00 PM to meet with residents. Additional staff will be available via video conferencing during that time, as well. In addition, state agencies are working with Township staff to ensure they can help residents access state resources related to the derailment.
Staff from Commonwealth agencies and Beaver County also plan to hold open house events Thursday evenings from 6:00 – 8:00 PM to offer one-on-one discussion to individuals who attend, as well as provide resources and information.
MorePenny Jo Wilson, 52, Russell City, PA
Penny Jo Wilson, 52, passed away Saturday (March 18) at her residence in Russell City, after a lengthy illness. She was born on July 15, 1970 in Kane, the daughter of the late Leland “Bud” and Margaret (Nearing) Wilson.
Penny had worked at the Ruth Smith Center in Sheffield for many years. She also had worked at Pepe’s Pizzeria for several years and had worked for Lakeshore Home Health Care. Penny enjoyed her family and friends and loved her pets.
She is survived by one brother, Gail (Bonnie) Wilson of Lewis Run; two sisters, Jennifer Hutchins of Kane and Ginger (Steve) Yasurek of Russell City and two nieces and two nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her fiancé Jim Seth.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made to the Elk County Humane Society, 1029 E. Eschbach Rd. St. Marys, PA 15857.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
The Cummings Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of services.