Verena M. Cuneo, 91, of St. Marys, PA
Verena M. Cuneo, 91, of St. Marys, PA passed away peacefully at her home on December 31, 2022 with her family by her side.
She was born on November 11, 1931 in Squab Hollow, PA, a daughter of the late Timothy and Angeline Capuccini Cuneo.
Verena was a graduate of Kersey High School, class of 1949. She was employed at Keystone Carbon Company for a number years.
A talented artist, Verena loved to paint and created many works of art over the years. She also loved poetry and spending time outdoors, always enjoying a quiet walk through nature. She will be remembered as a kind and loving mother and grandmother.
She is survived by 9 children; Linda (Martin) Crowe of Kersey, Beverly (Emeterio) Valladares of Richmond, VA, Catherine (David) Suda of Richmond, VA, Christine (Keith) Clark of Richmond, VA, John (Bobbi) Kerchinski of Bakersfield, CA, Timothy (Lisa) Kerchinski of State College, Thomas (Kim) Kerchinski of St. Marys, Joseph Kerchinski of St. Marys, and Robert (Monica) Kerchinski of St. Marys; and by 14 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a son-in-law; Richard Stossel of Richmond, VA and by a brother-in-law; James Brock of Pittsburgh.
In addition to her parents, Verena was preceded in death by a daughter; Donna Stossel, by three brothers; Guilio Corradi, Silvio Cuneo, and Gerald Cuneo and by three sisters; Lauretta “Dolly” Friedl, Angeline “Jeanne” Hasselman and Shirley Brock.
Funeral Services and Visitation for Verena M. Cuneo are being held privately with the family at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home. Burial will be in Parklawn Memorial Gardens.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Penn Highlands Community Nurses Hospice.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Hazel P. Wolcott, 94, formerly of East Main Street, Bradford, PA
Hazel P. Wolcott, 94, formerly of East Main Street, Bradford, PA passed away Monday, January 2, 2023, at Bradford Manor.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Potter County Volunteers That Care Meet In December
Volunteers That Care Cancer Support of Potter County
·The Volunteers That Care had their December “meeting”, celebrating with a lovely Christmas dinner. All of us contributed with a dish to pass giving us an abundant blessing of delicious Christmas season foods. This celebration of Christmas is also a time for all of us to be thankful for the year that is almost to an end and be so grateful for all the donations and good will we have received from the community. Without that support, we would not be able to help those in need of the $100 gas cards we give away throughout the year to patients receiving their cancer treatments. Christmas is a time of giving, and we thank everyone who has given so generously to support this cause throughout this past year.
As many of you may know, we have had a raffle going for (60) $5 Pennsylvania scratch off tickets. We had the drawing at our meeting. We are so happy to announce the winner. Congratulations to Roxy Bisnet. I am sure that you have been notified by now Roxy and hopefully have won yourself some money.
The following were present: Back row, left to right: Robin Kaziska, Linda Knowlton, Deanna Sherer, Kathy Boyd, VTC Treasurer, Elva Holtzapple, Ted Parsell, Adjunct of Post 192, Kathy Kinard, VTC vice president, Bonnie Kratzer, Wayne Wentzel , Sue Valentine, VTC secretary, Al Rohrer , and Beverly McDowell. Front row left to right: Kelly Weider, President VTC, Kathy Johnson, Sandy Schoonover, Alva Buckingham, Brenda Erway and Judy Durst.
G2 Gymnastics –Johnstown Results
2nd Row: Brinley Rossrucker, Mae Joyce, Averi Luther, Reagan Artlip, Carleigh Love, Kennadie Beck
3rd Row: Addison Amidon, Kallie Root, Ava LaBella, Addie Pilon, Aralyn Jennings, Lydia West, Cenadee Ainsworth, Shelby Chamberlain, Avery Vosler
Back Row: Emily Cobb, Carly Reed, Cadence Taylor, Ashley Oswald, Eliana Curcio, Skyler Cooper
Missing from photo: Ava Gentzyel, Kaitlyn Gentzyel
Recently, G2 Gymnastics of Shinglehouse, traveled to Johnstown, PA to participate in the Pumpkin Fall Fest Gymnastics Competition hosted by Uzelac Gymnastics. Twenty-eight members represented G2 Gymnastics at the event. G2 brought home 4 awards in the Team Division and over 100 individual awards. Team Standings: Level 2 – 1st place, XCEL Gold – 2nd place, XCEL Platinum – 2nd place, XCEL Silver – 3rd place.
MoreOwlett: Local Idea to Boost Campus Security Becomes Law
HARRISBURG – A new state law that will make it easier for State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) universities to hire campus police officers was authored by Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford), but it wasn’t his idea.
Recently, Owlett presented a signed copy of the legislation to Scott Henry, former director of the Police and Public Safety Training Institute at Mansfield University, who came up with the idea to address a significant hurdle faced by Mansfield and other State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) institutions.
“I commend Scott for taking the initiative to not only raise his concerns but to share a potential solution,” Owlett said. “I was able to jointly introduce his idea with other legislators representing state system schools, and that allowed us to generate the support we needed to get the idea across the finish line and signed into law.”
Act 121 of 2022 places campus police departments and campus police officers at PASSHE schools under the auspices of the Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers’ Education Training and Commission (MPOETC) for police certification, commission and training. The change allows a campus officer to be immediately employed by a state system campus police force rather than having to go through a potentially months-long process of obtaining a commission from the governor via the state Department of Education.
Officers who complete MPOETC training were eligible to be immediately employed by municipal police departments and state-related university campuses; only those who wished to work on state system campuses were required to go through the extra step of obtaining a commission from the state. This was putting state system campuses at a disadvantage when recruiting officers.
The law ensures recent and future reforms to laws impacting law enforcement apply automatically to campus police officers. It authorizes state system campus police officers to wear body cameras, further increasing campus police accountability and public trust.
Finally, the law permits school police officers, who were previously certified by MPOETC, to maintain their certification. Previously, MPOETC certification expired two years from the date of issuance and, because school districts do not fall within the definition of a “law enforcement agency,” MPOETC could not recertify school police officers. Accordingly, MPOETC-certified school police officers lost their certification after they worked for a school for over two years.
UPMC in North Central Pa. Welcomes First Baby of 2023
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., Jan. 1, 2023 – For many, the new year signifies a fresh start and celebration. For Jade Carlli and Ronnie Litchfield, it’s even more special with the arrival of newborn Hendrix Blu, the first baby born in 2023 at a Magee-Womens facility of UPMC in North Central Pa.
He arrived at 6:08 a.m.
Weighing in at 7 lbs. 5 oz. and 20.5 in. long, he is happy and healthy.
Welcome to the world, Hendrix!
Linda K. Lewis, 72, a longtime resident of Smethport, PA
“beloved wife, mother, and grandmother”
SMETHPORT, Pa.—Linda K. Lewis, 72, a longtime resident of Smethport, PA passed away unexpectedly in her home on Friday, December 30, 2022.
Born on Tuesday, November 14, 1950 in Olean, N.Y., she was a daughter of Charles and Lorena Ford Pratt. On September 8, 1984 in the Smethport United Methodist Church, she married Ronald William “Mike” Lewis, who survives.
Linda was a graduate of Eldred High School. She had been employed by Backus Company in Smethport for many years holding many different positions until retiring due to ill health.
Linda enjoyed crocheting, camping. and spending time on her tablet—playing games and Facebooking. Her greatest love was her family.
Surviving besides her husband of 38 years are three sons, Ronald L. (Vanessa) Scutt of Smethport, John L. (Marnie) Scutt of Shinglehouse, and Gary K. (Sheryle) Scutt of McClure; eight grandchildren, Jenna, Rona, Courtney, Emily, Gabriel, Levi, Collin, and Eric; five great-grandchildren; a sister, Judy (Jerry) Daniels of Hope Mills, NC; an uncle, Kenneth (Teresa) Ford of Shinglehouse; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Linda was predeceased by her stepmother, Agnes “Aggie” Pratt, who raised Linda and also raised Linda’s three sons. She was also predeceased by five brothers, Charles Pratt Jr., James Pratt, Joseph Pratt, Timothy Pratt, and George Pratt; a sister, Debbie Moyer; and several aunts and uncles.
Family and friends may call from 12 noon to 1pm on Friday, January 6, 2023, at the Bell Run Union Church, Taylor Brook Road, Shinglehouse, where a Celebration of Life will follow at 1pm with Pastor Chad E. Shaffer, officiating. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery in Smethport.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Smethport Fire Department, PO Box 291, Smethport, PA 16749.
Linda’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 Linda, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
PA Route 6 Alliance Is Seeking A Part-Time Bookkeeper/Financial Coordinator
TITLE: Bookkeeper/Financial Coordinator – Part-time position
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
This position will manage finances, accounting, bookkeeping, payroll/benefits, board reporting, and budgeting. Position is for approximately 40 hours a month, preferably in the office at 11 W Main Street, Galeton during regular business hours.
Responsibilities:
- General accounting including accounts payable, accounts receivable and checking.
- Manage banking accounts
- Maintain financial files timely.
- Monthly bank account reconciliation.
- Bi-weekly payroll including staying up to date on payroll changes and law in state/federal.
- Monthly/Quarterly employee tax report payment review.
- Annual submission of financials to CPA for tax and charitable organization reporting and auditing.
- Preparation of W2 and 1099’s.
- Financial reports including budget versus expenditure analysis submitted to the Board at least 2 weeks prior to meetings.
- Compiling, filing and organization of financials for grant applications, management and close out reports.
- Frequent backup of files.
Requirements:
- Knowledgeable of QuickBooks,Excel, MS Office, Outlook and OneDrive
- Associates degree in finance or accounting preferred.
- Experience in accounting, preferably in non-profit sector.
- Strong communication skills
- Exceptional organizational and close attention to detail is a must.
Please e-mail resume to candace@paroute6.com
John P. Dietrick, 89, of Ridgway, PA
John P. Dietrick, 89, of Ridgway, PA passed away at Penn Highlands Elk on Saturday, December 31, 2022, following a short illness.
He was born on May 15, 1933 in Ridgway, a son of the William Wilson and Sarah LaRose Moore Dietrick.
On May 19, 1952, he married Charlotte Lundin, who preceded in death on May 30, 2013.
John has been a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Johnsonburg High School class of 1951. He served in the U.S Navy and was a member of the Ridgway Burial detail for many years. He was a member of the Ridgway Moose, Elks, and Legion. John loved to go on motorcycle rides, wood working, hunting, and playing cards.
John is survived by 5 children; Charles Dietrick and his wife Brenda of Ridgway, Pamela Uber and her husband David of Ridgway, John Dietrick and his wife Susan of Denver, NC, Todd Dietrick and his wife Lamis of Merritt Island, FL, and Diane Zelcs and her husband Gene of Ridgway, 12 grandchildren; Adam, Jennifer, Randee Jo, Angela, Paul, Kathleen, Zachary, Jessica, Heather, Dylan, Allison, and Kaitlyn, numerous great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Terry Dietrick, and a sister, Gloria Mishrell.
Funeral Services are being held privately by the family.
Burial will be at Parklawn Memorial Gardens.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Ridgway Animal Haven or Ridgway Fire Department.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Linda K. Lewis, 72, a longtime resident of Smethport, PA
SMETHPORT, Pa.—Linda K. Lewis, 72, a longtime resident of Smethport, PA passed away unexpectedly in her home on Friday, December 30, 2022.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
2023 Officers for the Lawrenceville Vol Fire Dept:
Congratulations to our 2023 Officers for the Lawrenceville Vol Fire Dept:
Chief 8 Brad Hackett
Chief 8-10 TJ Riley
Chief 8-20 Chad Southard
President Lee Strange
Vice President Mike Keeney
Secretary Jillane Hoyt-Strange
Treasurer Joyce Nichols
Board of Directors Jim Brockway, Justin Nichols and Scott A. Shutt
Congratulations to our 2023 Relief Officers of the Lawrenceville fire dept.
President Judy Thomas
Vice President Mike Keeney
Secretary Joyce Nichols
Treasurer Tina King
Congratulations to everyone new positions go in effect at Midnight
ROULETTE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS JANUARY SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
PUBLIC NOTICE
January 3, 2022
80 Railroad Ave., Roulette, PA, Potter County
Pledge of Allegiance
PUBLIC COMMENT:
TREE REMOVAL BIDS:
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Due to a conflict in schedules the Roulette Township Supervisors have moved their Organizational Meeting time from 6:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the same place as usual. There will be a special meeting held right after the Organizational Meeting to open the tree removal bids only. No other business will be discussed.
ROULETTE TOWNSHIP SUPERVISORS ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING AGENDA
January 3, 2023 at 5 PM
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Appointments for 2023
Position 2022 / 2023
1. Chairman of the Board: Jeremy Morey /
2. Vice Chairman: Nita Spencer /
3. Secretary: Nita Spencer /
4. Treasurer: Nita Spencer /
5. Assistant Treasurer: Michele Sullivan /
6. Treasurer’s Bonds: $500,000.00 /
7. Bank(s) of Depository: C & N and PLGIT /
8. Road Master: Carl Johnson /
9. Parks and Recreation Director: All Supervisors /
10. Floodplain Manager / Administrator: Erb Inspections /
11. Floodplain Ordinance Survey Official: Kyle Maxson, Prof. Land Surveyor PA & NY /
12. Hazard Mitigation Officer: All Supervisors /
13. Liaison with Township Employees: All Supervisors /
14. Act 45 Township Building Code Official: Erb Inspections /
15. Alternate Act 45 Inspection Agencies: State Approved Code /
16. Emergency Management Coordinator: Frank Kaziska /
17. Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator: Alan Lacher /
18. Homeland Security Officer: Alan Lacher /
19. Primary Township Solicitor: Dan Glassmire /
20. Alternate Township Solicitor: Stapleford & Byham /
21. Water/Sewer Collection Agency: Stapleford & Byham /
22. Bond Council: Stapleford & Byham /
23. CPA Audit Firm: Haines & Co. /
24. Primary Township Engineer: E&M Engineers and Surveyors, PC/
25. Alternate Township Engineer: ARS Engineering Services /
26. Sewage Enforcement Officer: Terry Meyers /
27. Alternate Sewage Enforcement Officer: Roger Bickleman /
28. Municipal Sewer Connection Inspector: Cody Lentz & Roy Nickerson /
29. Act 32 Delegate (TCC): Adam Moate /
30. Act 32 Alternate Delegate: Jeremy Morey /
31. Port Allegany Economic Redevelopment Board Representative: None /
32. Freedom of Information Act Officer: Nita Spencer /
33. Roulette Earned Income Tax Officer: Nita Spencer /
34. Delinquent Real Estate Tax Collection Agent: Potter County Tax Claim Bureau /
35. Delinquent Per Capita Tax Collection Agent: G. H. Harris Associates, Inc. /
36. Port Allegany Earned Income Tax Delegate: Berkheimer Tax /
37. Voting Delegate for State Association Annual Convention: Nita Spencer /
38. Vacancy Board Appointment: Cody Lentz /
39. Monthly Meeting Dates and Time: Second Thursday of each month at 6:00PM /
40. Emergency Spending limit: $600 /
41. Mileage reimbursement for employees: Adopt federal mileage per mile @ $0.58 /
42. Authorize pre-payment of cash inv., payroll, & reoccurring monthly bills: / reoccurring monthly bills
43. Employee raises: SS 4.5% /
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