Ulysses Old Home Day
Calling all Car Owners.
We are preparing for our Ulysses Old Home Day Festival and would like to invite you to join us for our 5th annual car show.
The Ulysses Old Home Day Festival will be held on Saturday July 8thth 2023. It is now time to start making your reservations to register your vehicle, motorcycle or tractor and a misc. “vehicle” category. We will be presenting 1st place trophies for the following categories.
We will kick off the day with a car show parade at noon followed by the Main Parade.
Registration will be from 11am-1pm.
Cost-$8 early registration and $ 10 day of the event.
Checks can be made out to the Ulysses Area Improvement Association
Mail to Ulysses Area Improvement
51 Pleasant View Drive Ulysses, Pa 16948
The car Judging at 3pm.There will be a raffle for prizes for the Car Show Participants.
- Classic – vehicle is 30-49 years old (1966-1985)
- Antique – vehicle is 50+ years old (1965 or earlier)
- Stock- vehicle 1986-present
- Custom / Muscle– any age but must be customized in some manner (non-stock)
- Exotic-Sports car
Please fill out the form at the bottom of this page and return is as soon as possible please.
Any questions please contact:
Steve Riley-Ulysses Area Improvement Association Treasurer-814-558-5260 or srileyf100@gmail.com
Roy Hunt-Ulysses Area Improvement Member-814-203-7615
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CNO, COO Transitions at Upper Allegheny Health System
OLEAN, NY – Upper Allegheny Health System (UAHS), parent company of Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), announce the appointment of Jennifer Ruggles, MSN, RN as chief nursing officer and Scott Bonderoff, MBA as the chief operating officer. Both Ruggles and Bonderoff were serving as interim CNO and interim COO respectively, but will remove the interim from their titles.
Jennifer Ruggles is a lifelong resident of the Olean area. She has worked as a nurse in various capacities at both BRMC and OGH since her start in 2003 at UAHS. Her continued efforts to have OGH be a designated Primary Care Stroke Center has been exemplary and she played an essential role in nursing leadership throughout the pandemic.
“I’m looking forward to continuing to work along Jennifer in her new long-term role as she continues to strive for excellence with nursing recruitment and retention initiatives, improving our quality of care and patient experience, and promoting a positive, transparent work culture for our team members,” said Jill Owens, MD, president, BRMC, OGH. “Her appointment will have cascading valuable effects on the rest of our administrative team as we continue to adapt and evolve our local healthcare system.”
Ruggles’ education and experience are apposite for the chief nursing officer position as she transitions from her current role as interim chief nursing officer and the associate director of nursing within the organization. She received her associate’s in nursing from Jamestown Community College in Olean, her bachelor’s in nursing from Daemen College in Buffalo, and her master’s in nursing education from the University of Phoenix. Her experience includes over a decade spent in supervisory and managerial nursing roles at Olean General Hospital.
Scott Bonderoff, MBA, who stepped into the role as UAHS interim chief operating officer in October 2022 will be transitioning into the chief operating officer position permanently.
“In the short time that Scott has been in the interim COO position, he has managed to help UAHS make strides in the right direction financially,” said Dr. Owens. “His skillset and experience are complementary to that of the rest of our administrative team. He will continue to help us shoot for our goals and driving our financial initiatives.”
Bonderoff has over 30 years of experience in healthcare in various capacities. Originally from Cooperstown, NY, he spent the last 20 years working for the Bassett Healthcare Network, a network that oversees 34 health centers, 14 school-based centers, 6 hospitals, 3 cancer treatment centers, nursing and home health services, and a variety of other healthcare related services including the Bassett Medical Group. His roles included president of one of their critical access hospitals and network vice president of clinical support services.
Bonderoff earned his bachelor’s degree in Psychology from SUNY College at Oneonta in Oneonta, NY and his master’s degree in business administration at Binghamton University in Binghamton, NY. He has been member of the Medical Group Management Association and the American College of Healthcare Executives.
“I’m excited to see our administration continue working together with our team members initiating positive changes throughout our organization,” Dr. Owens said. “We’ve started to see great things happen and a cultural shift with our team members. Healthcare will continue to face obstacles but I’ve stacked my team with experts in their field who are up for the challenges ahead.”
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PITT-BRADFORD GRADUATES HEADED INTO HEALTH, BUSINESS AND GRADUATE SCHOOL
BRADFORD, Pa. – With nurses still in high demand, it’s no surprise that nursing students graduating from the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford on Sunday are in demand.
Five of the graduates – Haley Dickel of Kersey, Paige Richner of Houtzdale, Jenna Morgan of Johnsonburg, Haily Schatz of St. Marys and Brianna Foy of Tyrone — will take on roles in the Penn Highlands hospital system, serving as neonatal intensive care unit, emergency room, medical-surgical and acute care nurses in the system’s DuBois, Elk and Tyrone hospitals.
Jim Eastman Seeking Reelection For Shippen Township Supervisor, Cameron County
The “Land of Endless Mountains” has been home to me for 37 years. I’ve grown to love and appreciate Cameron county with all of it’s rich history, mountains, streams, hidden waterfalls, vast variety of wildlife, the breath taking Moore Hill sunsets, the serenity and peace of the outdoors and most of all the people! This county is full of some of the most loving and caring people in the world!
My wife and I raised our three children here and have been so blessed to be a part of Cameron county and its very fabric. I’ve had the privilege to serve as Pastor and to be involved in public service in a variety of ways all these years.
In March of 2021 I took on a role in the governorship, when I was sworn in as one of the three Shippen Township Supervisors. In 2023 I ran on the Republican ticket for Supervisor and by your out pour of support I won the two year term. That term is ending and I’m pleased to announce that I am running for this position again, in the May primaries, that I may continue to serve the Shippen township residents.
Since taking office I also became a part time employee on the road crew which has given me a more thorough understanding of our roads, ditches, right of ways, waterways and areas that need attention. I’ve been able to view our roadways in the rain, freezing rain, sleet, snow, torrential flooding rains and high winds. Now when one of our residents call in or attend a township meeting with a concern I have a much better understanding of the location being addressed. My boots on the ground with the road crew has greatly enhanced my ability as a Supervisor to make more knowledgeable and accurate decisions on the issues at hand. It also helps me to know, without a doubt, the condition of our trucks, equipment and tools and serves in helping me to make logical and practical decisions when a discussion and a vote is on the table to replace or update something.
I, as a Supervisor, am always focused on the safety of you the residents, who have chosen to live in Shippen Township, to ensure that your travels on our roads will be as safe as possible. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you for the past two years! I’m now asking for your support and vote as Shippen Township Supervisor, that I might continue to be a voice for all of you, with the best interest of you and your family on my heart. Thank you!
Local Author Pamela Nelson Book Now Available
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Ultimately, Jesus is the author (Hebrews 12:2) and without Him this work would not be available or possible. He is the One who challenged Pam to pen the words and compile the widow stories already written in the Word of God. He is the One who wants you to know how much He loves you in your time of grief and loss. And, so does Pam. Even though she is not a widow, she desires for you to see the Father’s hand in your life, to hear Jesus calling your name and to feel the Spirit comfort you. For God sees you. Jesus hears you. The Spirit truly is there to comfort you. He promises to never leave you or forsake you. (Hebrews 13:5)
Pam and her husband, Roger, live in northwestern Pa. The Lord has blessed them with a daughter, Meredith and her husband, Dave, a son, Kyle and his wife, Talia, and four very grand grandchildren!
She and her husband presently attend the East Smethport United Christian Church where she teaches the ladies’ Bible study.
Pam has been the ladies retreat speaker for the Association of Evangelical Churches, Inc. through which she earned her license to preach the Gospel in 2013. “P3 Ministries”, Prison to Praise with Pam Ministries, is a recognized member of this association to declare that the Gospel of Jesus Christ releases us from “The Prison of Sin to Praising the Lord”.
Her mission trips include Honduras, Ecuador, Africa and Colombia as well as preaching the Gospel at the local jail for four years.
SUMMARY:
Jesus invites you to open up the pages of this devotional to discover God’s love, compassion, comfort and provision for this season of grief in your life. He is in every one of these twelve widow stories written in the Word of God. The stories are true and these women existed so you can hear their widow story speak to your heart to help heal and restore your loss as you turn to Jesus Christ, Our Savior.
God desires to meet with you personally on every page. He longs for you to turn to Him and hear His personal message of comfort for you in each passage. He draws near to you and hears your cry and will bring you up out of your sorrow. He will place your feet upon the rock of Jesus Christ, His Son, and help you take each step of faith. He will put a new song in your mouth so others will come to trust in the Lord because of your widow story.
May the words of Psalm 40:1-3 speak to your heart and draw you to Him:
“And He inclined to me and heard my cry.
He brought me up out of the pit of destruction, out of the miry clay,
And He set my feet upon a rock making my footsteps firm.
He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God;
Many will see and fear, And will trust in the Lord.”
Causer to Offer Veterans Services at Local Offices
Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is again offering area veterans the opportunity to work with a representative from the American Legion to ensure they get the services and support they need.
Due to changes initiated by the American Legion, appointments in the Bradford and Kane offices will be conducted virtually via a tablet.
Appointments are required for meetings with the Legion representative, whether they are in person, by phone or by tablet. The schedule is as follows:
- Coudersport office: Thursday, May 4, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Coudersport office is located at 107 S. Main St. Please call 814-274-9769 to schedule an appointment.
- Bradford office: Wednesday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Bradford office is located at 78 Main St., first floor. Please call 814-362-4400 to schedule an appointment.
- Kane office: Wednesday, May 31, from 9 a.m. to noon. The Kane office is located at 54 Fraley St., Suite 2. Please call 814-837-0880 to schedule an appointment.
Assistance is available with issues such as compensation, education, pension, health care and death benefits. Veterans need not be a member of the American Legion to participate
Steve Mascho Seeking Reelection For Bradford Township Supervisor
Steve Mascho, Republican candidate, has officially announced his candidacy for re-election as Bradford Township supervisor.
A lifelong resident of Bradford, I have lived in the township for almost forty years and have served as a board supervisor for the past eighteen years. My experience includes nearly fifty years as a heavy equipment operator, working for Quaker State and Foster Township, and earning the Safe Driver award from Crossett Inc.
Most recently, I am self-employed in excavating services and driving tractor trailer. I am a member of the First United Presbyterian Church and former deacon. During my time as township supervisor, I have gained in-depth knowledge and a clear view of the various components of our township. In 2020, I was instrumental in working with PennDOT in creating a detour for thru-traffic while the South Avenue bridge was under construction. This provided an alternate route for township police and area residents as well as Zippo employees.
Additionally, I have worked with businesses to locate and welcome them into our township, including Hoover Oilfield Supply and Universal Well Services, both having the potential to bring significant revenue into our area. Going forward, I will carry out our plans for much needed road repairs and adhere to a strict schedule of road maintenance.
I will ensure cleanouts of drainage ditches and culverts, preventing flooding and further damage to roads and properties. I will ensure that our bridges are constructed in a cost-effective and timely manner by seeking funds through state grants and prioritizing our bridge projects. I believe that my experience and attributes are crucial components in what it takes to serve you well for another term. I am strongly committed to our residents and will work in their best interests while keeping costs down, making it affordable and more desirable to live in our township.
There are never-ending ways to improve and develop, all while keeping within our budget. I will continue to treat residents with respect and tend to their concerns. With your vote, I will continue to fight against back door deals, and always vote NO to wasteful spending. And I will promote transparency so all residents are informed of how we are using their tax dollars. I appreciate your vote and all write-in votes.
Capitol Update by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint)
 FacebookWebsiteBioLatest NewsState FormsPhoto GalleryContactCapitol Update Friday, April 28, 2023 The latest news from the State Capitol You are welcome to contact me through this link. McKean County Conservation District Meeting  This week is designated Conservation District Week across the Commonwealth. On Thursday, I had the opportunity to join the McKean County Conservation District for its annual legislative luncheon. We discussed projects that were completed in 2022 and upcoming projects to be completed this year. We also had a great discussion of the 2023-24 state budget, fighting against invasive species and the 2023 federal farm bill. Thank you to the conservation district board and staff for all your great work! Happy Anniversary!  Congratulations to the Greater Bradford Senior Activity Center on its 50th anniversary! The center offers an array of valuable programs to area seniors, including Prime Time Health, a senior volunteer program, tax assistance, Medicare and supplemental insurance assistance, a daily lunch program, and the state-funded Farmers Market Nutritional Voucher program. It also offers a variety of activities for members, including card games, bingo, holiday parties, crafts and games. Since I was out in Harrisburg Wednesday, Rhonda Race from my office had the honor of presenting a House citation to (from left) Amy Patterson, assistant director; Carol Steinhauser, director; and Steve Hepfer, president of the board. Keep up the good work! Fighting to Protect Your Second Amendment Rights  With Democrats now in charge in the state House, it’s no surprise they’ve already taken aim at our Second Amendment rights. Earlier this week, the House Judiciary Committee approved four gun control bills. All Democrats on the committee voted yes; all Republicans on the committee voted no. The bills would mandate gun owners report lost or stolen firearms within 72 hours (House Bill 338); require all firearms, including long guns, to be sold with trigger locks and mandate storage requirements (House Bill 731); call for universal background checks for all gun purchases (House Bill 714); and create a “red flag” process that could lead to confiscation of people’s firearms without due process (House Bill 1018). Each of these bills now goes to the full House. It is not clear if they will be brought up for a vote next week. I am a firm NO! on any bill that seeks to enact laws that would turn legal firearms owners into criminals. Setting the Record Straight on Orphan, Abandoned Wells Conventional oil and gas production is so important to our local economy. Unfortunately, lawmakers who don’t truly understand the industry are again trying to make unnecessary regulatory changes that will cause substantial harm to these small employers. Rep. Greg Vitali, majority chairman of the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, is pushing legislation that would increase well bonding requirements. This purported “solution” would do nothing to address the long-abandoned legacy wells drilled many decades or even more than a century ago. Thanks to Arthur Stewart, owner of Cameron Energy Company in Warren County, for setting the record straight about well bonding, and orphan and abandoned wells at a legislative hearing this week. He explained the difference between orphan and abandoned wells, highlighted existing tools at the disposal of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to deal with producers who are actively abandoning their wells, and explained why an increase in bonding would do more harm than good. Watch Mr. Stewart’s testimony in full below. Click here to view video. Meanwhile, I took DEP’s acting deputy secretary for the Office of Oil and Gas Management, Kurt Klapkowski, to task for his agency’s foot-dragging on implementing a new grant program that could significantly boost the plugging of orphan wells across the Commonwealth. Watch that exchange below. Click here to view video. Despite Mr. Stewart’s compelling testimony, Chairman Vitali intends to advance his well bonding bill, House Bill 962, next week. Rest assured I will oppose the measure and continue advocating for these valued energy producers. Reminder: Town Meeting – Finding Solutions to PA’s EMS Crisis  Ambulance services across the Commonwealth are struggling with rising costs, declining revenue and a shortage of providers – and the problem is especially severe in rural areas like ours. We all need to work together to ensure our emergency responders can continue providing the life-saving services we depend upon. That’s why I am inviting emergency medical services (EMS) providers, county and local officials, and concerned citizens to the following meeting: Town Meeting: Finding Solutions to PA’s EMS Crisis Thursday, May 11, at 6 p.m. Smethport Fire Department 109 S. Nelson St., Smethport Aaron Rhone, director of the Bureau of EMS within the Pennsylvania Department of Health, is scheduled to attend, as is Heather Sharar, executive director of the Ambulance Association of Pennsylvania, and Tom McElree, executive director of EMS West. A full agenda is still being developed. RSVPs for the meeting are requested but not required. Those who wish to attend are encouraged to sign up at www.RepCauser.com or call one of my offices in Bradford (814-362-4400), Coudersport (814-274-9769) or Kane (814-837-0880). Veterans Services Available  Area veterans are invited to contact my office to schedule appointments to talk with a representative from the American Legion to ensure they are getting the services and support they need. Due to changes initiated by the American Legion, appointments in the Bradford and Kane offices will be conducted virtually via a tablet. Appointments are required for meetings with the Legion representative, whether they are in person, by phone or by tablet. The schedule is as follows: • Coudersport office: Thursday, May 4, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Coudersport office is located at 107 S. Main St. Please call 814-274-9769 to schedule an appointment. • Bradford office: Wednesday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Bradford office is located at 78 Main St., first floor. Please call 814-362-4400 to schedule an appointment. • Kane office: Wednesday, May 31, from 9 a.m. to noon. The Kane office is located at 54 Fraley St., Suite 2. Please call 814-837-0880 to schedule an appointment. Assistance is available with issues such as compensation, education, pension, health care and death benefits. Veterans need not be a member of the American Legion to participate. Outreach Hours Set for May 4  To help ensure access to state government information and services, I will host monthly outreach office hours at the following locations on Thursday, May 4: • Emporium Borough Office – 9-10 a.m. • Port Allegany Borough Office – 11 a.m. to noon. Services available include assistance with any state-related issues or concerns, driver license and vehicle registration applications, and applications for various state programs, such as the senior citizen Property Tax/Rent Rebate and PACE/PACENET prescription drug assistance programs. LIHEAP Heating Assistance Program Extended to May 12  The deadline to apply for assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) has been extended to Friday, May 12.LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps individuals and families pay their heating bills through home heating energy assistance grants. It also provides crisis grants to help in the event of an emergency or if a resident is in danger of losing his or her heat due to broken equipment, lack of fuel or termination of utility service. The income eligibility guidelines for LIHEAP are set at 150% of the federal poverty income level. Residents may apply for LIHEAP online at www.compass.state.pa.us, by phone at 1-866-550-4355 or by contacting the County Assistance Office in their county of residence. Click here for additional information. |
Bradford Man Arrested on Warrant
On 04/19/2023 at approximately 0206 hrs City of Bradford Police conducted an investigation at 38 High Street looking for a wanted male Tony Shadow Star Vawter who had an active arrest warrant for possession of drug paraphernalia.
Officers did locate Vawter inside the home and took him into custody. Magistrate Cercone arraigned Vawter and $5,000 cash bail was set. Vawter did not post bail and was remanded to McKean County Jail.
Charges Title 35 Paraphernalia (M) Location 38 High Street Bradford, PA 16701
Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/bradfordpd/68048/arrests/vawter-tony-shadow-star-title-35-paraphernalia-m
City of Bradford Police Arrest NY Fugitive
On April 28th, 2023 City of Bradford Police conducted an investigation at 12 North Kendall Avenue in relation to welfare check.
During that investigation Officers learned that a male found at that location was the defendant Michael J. Nesbit from NY. Upon further checking Nesbit was found to be a wanted fugitive for several violations in NY State. Nesbit had warrants out for Burglary, Grand Larceny, Criminal Possession of a Firearm and other related offenses.
City of Bradford Police took Nesbit into custody once he was identified and the warrants were confirmed to be extraditable. Nesbit was arraigned by Magistrate Dominic Cercone and remanded to McKean County Jail on $250,000 cash bail where he will be held until NY State extradites back to their jurisdiction.
Charges Fugitive From Justice Title 42 9134 Location 12 North Kendall Avenue
Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/bradfordpd/68048/arrests/nesbit-michael-j-fugitive-justice-title-42-9134?fbclid=IwAR2b21r9DB1pGzR8ROdnYun_twWYyjfb9VQjF8DbZFdeMkb4xSTvFRt4dy8
DEP Tentatively Sets May 18 Online Public Conference On Proposed Roulette Oil & Gas Waste Injection Well In Clara Twp., Potter County; Opponents Again Call For Robust Public Participation Process
On April 27, the Department of Environmental Protection announced it has tentatively scheduled an online “public conference” May 18 on the proposed Roulette Oil & Gas waste injection well in Clara Township, Potter County from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Barbara Hanes, DEP Oil and Gas Operations, asked opponents of the proposal to confirm their availability by the end of the day April 28 and to send questions or other items to be included on the agenda by May 10.
In the email, Hanes said a link will be made available to anyone who wants to attend, but it makes no mention of how many people will be allowed to speak.
Questions about the public conference should be sent to Hanes at: bhanes@pa.gov.
On April 18, residents of Clara Township in Potter County and environmental advocates called on DEP to provide them with an opportunity for public engagement in consideration of the proposal. Read more here.
On April 28, Save Our Streams PA, and Karen Feridun, Better Path Coalition, responded to DEP’s April 27 email by saying–
“The Department describes the public participation process on its website. No mention is made of a conference as an alternative to providing the public an open, inclusive process for engagement.
“We have objected to the use of a conference in place of an appropriate process since it was first suggested by your office. Our objections only intensified when we were asked to submit questions in advance.
“Our position has not changed.
“Injection wells pose significant threats to communities in proximity of them. They are consequential projects that deserve a robust public participation process.
“A virtual conference is not a suitable substitute. Do not mistake our refusal to participate in one as acquiescence.”
Background
The agency is currently reviewing an application submitted by Roulette Oil and Gas to convert the Clara 20 well, an active conventional gas well into a Class ll-D injection well in Clara Township.
Nearing the end of the process, a decision to approve or deny the request could be made soon, according to the DEP permitting geologist who is reviewing the application.
If approved, this Class ll-D injection well permit may be the first in the Commonwealth to be authorized in PA through a streamlined process with very limited public scrutiny.
Clara 20 is currently an active gas well with storage tanks nearby. The storage tanks, according to inspection reports, are not properly labeled. Trees are growing through the plastic liner of the containment surrounding the tanks.
Photos of the large trees are attached to Clara 20’s most recent DEP inspection report.
For more information on the application, visit the Save The Allegheny River website.
Visit DEP’s Underground Injection Control Wells webpage for more information on this program.
(Photos: Top- Trees growing through liner around storage tanks, wellhead – DEP inspection photos; Bottom- Clara well site – DEP inspection photo; unlicensed and uninspected truck used to haul drilling wastewater. This is where hundreds of thousands of gallons of drilling wastewater would be deposed of.) Read more…….
Wellsboro Dispatched For Water Rescue
At 4:55 PM on Saturday, Wellsboro Water Rescue has been dispatched to the Rail Trail between Ansonia & Blackwell. Caller reports people screaming for help from 911.
Drone 50 has also been dispatched. Morris Fire Dept. also dispatched.
911 Center has received text from people involved that the location is 5.5 miles north of Blackwell for an individual injured in the woods confirmed by Morris responders. The victim is not in the water. Water rescue equipment is not needed.
6:26 PM—28 year old male has been extricated from the woods and is enroute to Williamsport Hospital by ambulance. He is reported to have fallen 100 feet. Air medical is not available.
Robert L. Murphy, age 89, of Bendigo Road, Johnsonburg, PA
Robert L. Murphy, age 89, of Bendigo Road, Johnsonburg, PA, died April 16, 2023 at Elk Haven Nursing Home after a short illness. A son of the late Edward and Vera (Wills) Murphy, he was born on July 13, 1933 in Johnsonburg, PA. On December 12, 1952 he married M. Patricia (McAlee), who preceded him in death on October 23, 2022.
Along with his parents and his wife, Robert was predeceased by: a son, William; a granddaughter, Amy Joe Frost; two brothers, Neylon and Jack; and three sisters, Colleen, Rosemary and Joyce.
Robert leaves behind: a son Robert (Claire) Murphy of Clarksville, TN, two daughters Christine Elwell of Wellsboro, PA and Colleen (Jack) Collson of Horseheads, NY; ten grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Robert graduated from Johnsonburg Area Schools and received an Associate Degree in Electrical from Bliss Electrical School in Washington, DC. He worked as an Electrician all his life and is the last surviving member of “Edward Murphy and Sons Electrical Contractors”. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and enjoyed hunting and working on cars. He was born and raised in Johnsonburg, lived several years in Vestal, NY and several years in Westfield, PA and came back to Johnsonburg in 1988.
As per Robert’s wishes, there will be no visitation and funeral services will be private.
Special Thank You to Brenda Copelli, Rhonda and Justin, all the staff at Elk Haven Nursing Home and a very special thank you to Nancy & Louie Votano and all those who helped Robert.
The family suggests memorials to the Johnsonburg Senior Center and will be accepting online condolences at the Ubel Funeral Home website (www.nedzafamilyfuneralhomes.com).
Sharon L. (Disque) Penfield, age 70, of Second Avenue, Johnsonburg, PA
Sharon L. (Disque) Penfield, age 70, of Second Avenue, Johnsonburg, PA died April 23, 2023 at her daughter’s home in Johnsonburg. A daughter of the late Richard “Tich” and Shirley (Polinski) Disque, she was born on July 5, 1952 in Kane, PA.
Sharon is survived by: three children, Daniel (Lisa) Lechien of Johnsonburg, Jesse Lechien of Wilcox and Carrie (Pete Konen) Cherry of Johnsonburg; ten grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a brother, Rich (Roberta) Disque of Wilcox; four sisters, Sherry Disque of Johnsonburg, Jean (Kerry) Keneske of Johnsonburg, Dawn Sandy of Wilcox and Millie (Bau) Yasurek of Wilcox; and two brothers-in-law, Dave Robuck of Johnsonburg and Reno Galdini of Wilcox.
Besides her parents, Sharon was preceded in death by: a daughter, Becky Tomaski; and two sisters, Shelly Robuck and Dinny Galdini.
Sharon lived all her life in Wilcox and Johnsonburg. She graduated Johnsonburg Schools in 1970. She worked as a Care Nurse with Elk Haven Nursing Home before retiring after thirty plus years of service. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her family.
As per Sharon’s request, there will be no public visitation and services will be private.
The family will be accepting condolences at the Ubel Funeral Home website(www.nedzafamilyfuneralhomes.com).
Patricia L. Osani, 91, of Max Roys Dr., Port Allegany, PA
Patricia L. Osani, 91, of Max Roys Dr., Port Allegany, PA passed away Thursday (April 27, 2023) in the Pavilion at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born March 18, 1932, in Mansfield, PA, she was a daughter of Chester A. and Maude M. Dewey Feig. On June 2, 1956, in Galeton, PA, she married Charles W. Osani, who died June 23, 1994.
Patricia was a graduate of Fabias High School, Fabias, NY, class of 1950, and Mansfield State University, with a BS in Music Education.
She taught music at Addison School District, Addison, NY, Shinglehouse School District, and with the Port Allegany School District, before retiring.
She was a member of the St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church, Port Allegany, where she was church organist for 35 years, and a member of the Catholic Women’s Club. She was a member of the Port Allegany Women’s Club and former choir member of the Coudersport Consistory. She volunteered playing piano @ Cole Extended Care and Sweden Valley Manor, both of Coudersport. Patricia was an in-home piano teacher for over 35 years & sang and played for many area weddings. She was a gifted musician.
Surviving are two sons, C. Andrew (Sarah) Osani of Aurora, CO, W. Jay (Christine) Osani of Eldred; two daughters, Shari A. (John) Kuzman of Middleton, ID, Nancy L. Osani of Port Allegany, with whom Patricia resided; 7 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Charles, a son, A. James Osani, a great-grandson, Taric Osani, a brother, Robert C. Feig, and three sisters, Ruth Gilmore, H. Yvonne Orvik, and Bette Duclos.
Friends will be received form 4-7 p.m. Monday in the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday (May 2, 2023) in St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church, Port Allegany, with Rev. Joseph Daughterty, as celebrant. Burial will be in West Hill Cemetery, Galeton.
Memorials can be made to the Port Area Ambulance Service or the Port Allegany Fire Dept.
Condolences can be made to: Nancy L. Osani, 104 Max Roys Dr., Port Allegany, PA 16743