Mary Rita Herbstritt, 99, of 1472 Rosely Road, St. Marys,
Mary Rita Herbstritt, 99, of 1472 Rosely Road, St. Marys, passed away Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Penn Highlands Elk.
She was born May 10, 1923, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Louis and Josephine Wittman Wiesner. Mary Rita was a lifelong resident of the area and was a 1940 graduate of Central Catholic High School, making her a member of the “Golden Grads”. In her earlier years, she worked at the former Meladin Hotel and later went on to work at Sylvania, Ames, Grants, and ASMAC.
On May 30, 1942, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Mary Rita married Walter J. Herbstritt, who preceded her in death on November 30, 1990. They were blessed to share over 48 years of marriage.
Mary Rita is survived by two daughters: Rose Ann Herzing (Richard) and Jane Williams (Fran), both of St. Marys; her son, Dennis L. Herbstritt (Donna) of St. Marys; nine grandchildren: Denise Herbstritt (Adam), Dennis Herbstritt, Jr. (Jackie), Doreen Ginther (George), Duane Herbstritt (Nikki), Richard Herzing, Jr., Ryan Herzing (Amanda), Renee Fox (Daniel), Jeremy Williams (Erin), and Joesey Renwick (Josh); 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; and by four step-great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her husband and parents, Mary Rita was preceded in death by her son, Allen Herbstritt, on June 30, 1963; and by four sisters: Marcella Wiesner, who passed away in infancy, Angeline Wiesner, Theresa Weber, and Monica Wendel. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.
Mary Rita was a member of the Queen of the World Church and the Catholic Daughter of the Americas. She was a member of the Rosary Altar Society at both Queen of the World Church and St. Mary’s Catholic Church. She enjoyed playing cards and had been a member of her card club for over 60 years. Mary Rita also enjoyed crocheting, baking, and canning.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Queen of the World Church on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 10:00 AM, with the Rev. Jeffery Noble, Pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Queen of the World Church, 134 Queens Road, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Earl E. Doty, 91, of Smethport, PA.
Earl E. Doty, 91, of Smethport, passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at the Bradford Regional Medical Center.
He was born on December 27, 1931 in Hinsdale, NY, a son of the late Oscar and Marion Wagner Doty.
He was a graduate of the Hinsdale High School, Hinsdale, NY.
On December 15, 1951 in Olean, NY; he married Louise G. Hurd who preceded him in death on July 8, 1986.
Earl loved all stockcar racing whether it was NASCAR or dirt track and he was an avid Buffalo Bills fan. Over the years he has had many dogs with the most recent being Charlie.
He was employed by the former Ethan Allen, Eldred, for many years until his retirement. After his retirement he had currently been working for the McKean County Historical Society at the Old McKean County Jail.
He is survived by four daughters, Kathy Grimes of Bradford, Laura (Jack) Wilton of Bradford, Diane Moshier of Lewis Run and Linda Letts of Olean, NY; eleven grandchildren, Connie (Dale Grimm) Grimes, Tanya (Chad) Hayden, Andy (Kelly) Grimes, Mandi (Mark) Davis, Chelsea (Dave) Lipps, Allison Wilton, Kristie (Tom) Keltz, Sheena (Tate) Rodgers, Dylan (Regina) Moshier, Lauren Moshier and Tori (Jake) Starkey; nineteen great grandchildren; three great great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and his wife Louise Doty; he was also preceded in death by one son, Bruce Doty; one son-in-law, Brian Letts and twelve brothers and sisters.
At his request there will be no visitation. A celebration of his life will be announced at a later date.
Memorial contributions in his memory can be made to the McKean County SPCA, P.O. Box 113, Bradford, PA 16701, the McKean County Historical Society, 502 West King Street, Smethport, PA 16749 or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.
Penn College Weekly Sports Update
29AWeekly2022-23/Feb. 27-March 4
New day for Penn College wrestling
The Pennsylvania College of Technology wrestling program is on the verge of a new,
magnificent day when freshman Isaac Cory competes at the NCAA Division III National
Championships on Friday.
ON THE HORIZON:
Wrestling
Cory, of Montoursville, carries a 17-2 season record into his first-round match at the 10,500-
seat Berglund Center in Roanoke, Virginia, where he joins 17 other wrestlers vying for the 184-
pound weight-class crown.
In all, there are 180 grapplers in 10 weight classes (18 in each weight) from across the country
looking for an individual title. The complete seeded bracket will be available on Monday at
https://www.ncaa.com/live-updates/wrestling/d3/live-updates-2023-diii-wrestling-
championship.
Also entered at 184 are defending champion Jaritt Shinhoster, University of Wisconsin-
Whitewater (29-2 record); Charles Baczek, Wabash College (20-2); Shane Leigel, Loras College
(31-1); Sampson Wilkins, Castleton University (34-12); Bentley Schwanebeck-Ostermann,
Augsburg University (28-6); Cameron Blizard, Washington and Lee (19-6); Jack Ryan, SUNY
Oneonta (19-5); David McCullough, Coast Guard Academy (4-0); Gavin Layman, Ohio Northern
University (3-1); Donovan Corn, Luther College (29-7); Mahlic Sallah, Roanoke College (27-2);
Kalyn Jahn, Wisconsin-La Crosse (18-9); Colby Giroux, RIT (31-4); Edwin Morales, Bridgewater
State University (17-2); Blake Williams, Adrian College (5-1); Tristan Westphal, Coe College (21-
5); and Isaac Kassis, Alvernia University (4-0).
Wartburg College won the team title a year ago with 79 points.
A four-time state qualifier while he was in high school, Cory has wrestled in a big-time venue in
the past, having won last year’s PIAA Class AA 189-pound championship after finishing seventh
in 2020 at the Giant Center in Hershey, also a 10,500-seat arena. He closed out his high school
career with a 136-36 record.
Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers Announces over $134,000 In Scholarships Available
February 2023- More than $134,000 in scholarships are available for students through The Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers. In 2022, the Foundation awarded scholarships to 42 local students.
CFFT currently administers 58 scholarship funds established to assist students furthering their post-secondary education. “Our robust scholarship program is one of the largest areas of growth in recent years,” says CFTT Board Chair, Thomas Shoemaker. “CFTT is pleased to connect deserving area students from all backgrounds with scholarship awards made possible by our many generous donors.”
Scholarships are available to local high school seniors with plans to continue their education by attending a four-year college or university, community college, or two-year trade or technical school. Because scholarship funds are established by individuals, families or organizations, each has a specific criteria and requirements reflective of the donor’s standards and interests.
For scholarship information and applications please visit www.twintierscf.org.
Below is a listing for students attending Potter County schools.
| CFTT Scholarship Name | Deadline Date | Amount | Seniors Graduating from | County |
| Darlene J. Sitler Memorial Scholarship | See your guidance office for deadline. | $1,050 | Northern Potter High School | Potter County |
| DuBois Family Scholarship | See your guidance office for deadline. | $31,000 for multiple awards | Coudersport High School | Potter County |
| Gerald F. Duffee Sr. Scholarship | See your guidance office for deadline. | $1,250 | Austin High School | Potter County |
| Jon R. Cowburn Scholarship | See your guidance office for deadline. | $500 | Northern Potter High School | Potter County |
| Major Lance A. Newton Scholarship | See your guidance office for deadline. | $500 | Oswayo Valley High School | Potter County |
| Northern Potter Scholarship | See your guidance office for deadline. | $2,350 | Northern Potter High School | Potter County |
| Patrick W. Ryan Creative Writing & English Scholarship | See your guidance office for deadline. | $1,475 | Coudersport High School | Potter County |
| Potter County Farm & Forestry Family Scholarship | Thursday, March 31, 2023, email to cfield@twintierscf.org | $1,000 | Graduating senior residing in Potter County | Potter County |
| Raymond, Tristan, and Evan Erway Memorial Scholarship | Thursday, March 31, 2023, email to cfield@twintierscf.org | $1,000 | Graduating senior residing in Potter Countyand the area of McKean County that is Oswayo Valley School District | Potter and McKean County |
| Reiman Family Scholarship | See your guidance office for deadline. | $2,000 | Northern Potter High School | Potter County |
| Robert B. Merten Circle of Fifths Music Award | Thursday, March 31, 2023, email to cfield@twintierscf.org | $1,200 | Graduating senior residing in Potter County | Potter County |
| Rose Marie Tubbs Memorial Scholarship | See your guidance office for deadline. | $1,000 | Northern Potter High School | Potter County |
| Ruth Agar Memorial Scholarship | See your guidance office for deadline. | $1,025 | Northern Potter High School | Potter County |
| Tomb Family Scholarship | See your guidance office for deadline. | $1,100 | Northern Potter High School | Potter County |
| Tri-County Rural Electric Cooperative Scholarship | Thursday, March 31, 2023, email to cfield@twintierscf.org | $2,625 | Athens, Canton, and Troy High Schools, in Bradford County, Potter County Schools, and Tioga County, Pa Schools All private schools and home schooled in these districts. | Bradford, Tioga, and Potter Counties in PA |
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Founded in 2003, the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers serves 5 counties, Bradford, Potter, Sullivan and Tioga counties, PA and Tioga County, New York. The Foundation is committed to building philanthropic resources that will sustain healthy and vital communities now and into the future. The Foundation currently manages over 179 funds valued at over $10.8 million dollars and has awarded over $2.3 million in grants and scholarships since inception, positively impacting hundreds of lives in the region.
STRAUS HELPS STUDENTS EXPLORE CREATIVE SIDE OF TECHNOLOGY
BRADFORD, Pa. — Aaron Straus, the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s new creative engineering coordinator, will tell you he has the coolest job on campus.
Straus oversees premium space in the university’s new George B. Duke Engineering and Information Technologies Building, which is home to a makerspace, machine shop and projects lab containing equipment ranging from a T-shirt press to a plasma cutter that can cut intricate designs in metal plates and sheet metal as easily as mom’s sewing shears shape a paper snowflake.
“LET IT BE: THE MUSIC OF THE BEATLES” IS SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, MARCH 18 & 19
“Let It Be: The Music of The Beatles” is a concert that will be given twice, on Saturday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m. and again on Sunday, March 19 at 2:30 p.m. in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
Performing Beatles’ favorites will be the Hamilton-Gibson Children and Youth Choirs, joined by local vocalist Penny Eckman and Houston Baker and his band.
This event is a fundraiser for the HG Choirs’ Spring Performance Tour to the Flight 93 Memorial and the Pittsburgh area on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 12, 13 and 14.
Admission is $16 for adults and $8 for youth, 18 and under. Tickets are available online at hgp.booktix.com.
For more information, call Hamilton-Gibson Productions at 570-724-2079 or email hamgib@gmail.com.
INDIVIDUALS, BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS ASKED TO CONTRIBUTE ITEMS FOR WELLSBORO CHAMBER MIXER
The 13th Annual Wellsboro Area Chamber of Commerce Member Mixer is Thursday, March 23, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the lobby at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts in Wellsboro. The event is free and open to the public.
This is the first chamber mixer to be held since March of 2019.
“The mixer gives local business people, representatives of nonprofit organizations and the public an opportunity to participate in live and silent auctions, enjoy refreshments, pick up brochures and learn more about what’s coming up in Wellsboro and surrounding areas,” said Charlie Messina, Chamber Tourism Committee chairman.
Members of the community and the Wellsboro Area Chamber of Commerce are asked to contribute auction items, such as framed photographs and prints, artwork, books and gift cards for meals, gas, clothing and other items.
Auction proceeds will benefit the chamber-sponsored Pennsylvania State Laurel Festival Family Day and Children’s Health Fair being held on The Green on Saturday, June 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
“This is a day for children and their parents to discover the many health services available in our area and encourage healthy choices,” said Julie Henry, chamber executive director. “During this free day of fun activities, children can find out how easy making healthy choices can be.”
Items donated for the Chamber Mixer auctions directly support this event. “The auctions add fun and excitement to the mixer for our members and the public, and the proceeds help area children,” Henry added.
Those with questions about the mixer or auctions or to let the chamber know what they will be donating are asked to contact Julie Henry by Monday, March 13 by calling 570-724-1926 or emailing her at JulieH@wellsboropa.com.
Pearl B. Hokensen, 82, of 80 Holley Avenue, Bradford, PA
Pearl B. Hokensen, 82, of 80 Holley Avenue, Bradford, PA passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at Olean General Hospital.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Memorial services for Barbara Ann Lowe Koebley
Memorial services for Barbara Ann Lowe Koebley will be held on Saturday March 11, 2023, at 12:00 pm in the First United Methodist Church, 200 Market St. Warren, Pa with the Rev. Dr. Mark E. Hecht, pastor, officiating.
Friends will be received from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm on Saturday in the Dunham Parlors at the church. Scattering will take place in the church’s memorial garden.
HELP AND SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE
It is a sad reality that sexual violence affects so many young people in Pennsylvania and across the world. It is important that we recognize the severity of the issue and take appropriate action to prevent it from happening in our communities.
If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual violence, it is crucial to seek help and support. A Way Out provides assistance and guidance to victims of sexual violence. Our phone number is 814-274-0240 or 1-877-334-3136. Our website is www.myawayout.org and can be accessed for more information.
Preventing sexual violence requires awareness, education and action. A Way Out offers counseling and educational opportunities to learn about boundaries, consent, and healthy relationships.
Additionally, bystander intervention can be an effective way to prevent sexual violence. If you witness any concerning behavior, it is important to speak up and intervene in a safe manner.
Together, we can work towards creating a safer and more respectful community for everyone.
WELLSBORO COMMUNITY CONCERT ASSOCIATION’S 2022-2023 SEASON TO CONTINUE WITH IRELAND’S LÚNASA THIS COMING WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8
This Wednesday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m. Ireland’s Lúnasa will perform in the Deane Center’s Coolidge Theatre at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro.
This is the fourth in the Wellsboro Community Concert Association’s six-concert series.
Lúnasa is currently on tour in the United States and Canada. On this tour, along with their broad repertoire of traditional and original music from the many Celtic regions of the world, the band is “road-testing” new material for a release to be recorded in Japan later in the year.
The group that Folk Roots magazine once called an “Irish music dream team” was formed 26 years ago in 1997 from members of some of Ireland’s greatest bands.
Four of the five founding members will perform in Wellsboro. They are: Trevor Hutchinson on bass, Cillian Vallely on pipes, Kevin Crawford on flute and Sean Smyth on fiddle and whistle. Guitarist Ed Boyd has been with Lúnasa for 10 years.
Hutchinson achieved fame as the bassist with The Waterboys and later Sharon Shannon; Vallely was a member of Riverdance and recorded with Bruce Springsteen; Crawford, considered one of Ireland’s greatest flute players, was a member of Moving Cloud; Smyth is a multiple all-Ireland champion on both fiddle and whistle; and Ed Boyd made a name for himself in the UK with bands, such as Flook, Kate Rusby, and Cara Dillon.
The band is especially excited to be touring North America once again with founding member Smyth, who has been rather busy in recent years with his medical practice in County Mayo.
The all-instrumental quintet is noted for double-bass and guitar-driven rhythms, original compositions mixed with material from Celtic regions, such as Brittany, Galicia, and Asturias, and a surprising focus on melodies involving three-part harmonies played on the traditional pipes, fiddle, and flute.
Adults with a season pass can attend all three remaining concerts with children 12 and under admitted free.
The ticket price per adult for the Lúnasa concert on March 8 is $25 per adult with children 12 and under admitted free. A student who is 13 to 18 will be admitted for $5 per concert.
Admission to the Matthew Ball aka The Boogie Woogie Kid concert on Saturday, April 22 is $20 per adult and to The Revelers concert on Friday, May 19 is $25 per adult. Children 12 and under are admitted free.
Information about and tickets for individual concerts are available by visiting www.wellsborocca.org or by calling the Deane Center at 570-724-6220.
TROUT UNLIMITED CHAPTER #688 TO MEET THIS COMING TUESDAY, MARCH 7
Trout Unlimited Tiadaghton Chapter #688 based in Wellsboro is meeting in person this coming Tuesday, March 7 at the Tioga County Conservation District office at 1867 Shumway Hill Road, Wellsboro PA 16901 (go in the back door) and via Zoom (# 838 766 1706 Passcode: white). Leading the meeting is President Jere White.
The business meeting will begin at 6:15 p.m. and a training by Kathleen Lavelle at 7 p.m. She works out of the national TU office at Lock Haven, Pa.
Lavelle is the field coordinator for Trout Unlimited’s Coldwater Habitat Program. A graduate of Mansfield University, she has been with TU for nine years.
Lavelle will discuss the importance of evaluating benthic macroinvertebrates through monitoring protocols and basic identification. All are welcome.
Benthic macroinvertebrates are commonly used as indicators of the biological condition of streams and rivers. They are reliable indicators because they spend all or most of their lives in water, are easy to collect and differ in their tolerance to pollution.
TU and the Tioga County Conservation District are working to restore parts of Long Run, a tributary to Pine Creek. Lavelle will discuss ways the Chapter can potentially help monitor the effects of these restoration projects on biological communities, and habitat parameters.
Chapter #688 meetings are on the first Tuesday of each month through May 2023. The business and general meetings are free and open to the public. Participants do not have to be a member to attend.
For more information about the meetings, call President Jere White at 570-662-2167 or email him at whitesgordonsetters@gmail.com.
Clarksville dispatched for a structure fire
Allegany County Fire Wire
12:17 PM on Saturday
Clarksville dispatched for a structure fire in the area of the chimney on CR40
Patricia “Joan” Orth, 84, Winston-Salem, NC; Westfield, PA Native
Patricia “Joan” Orth passed away peacefully on March 1, 2023 at the age of 84 in Winston-Salem, NC.
Joan was born on January 25, 1939 in Knoxville PA and was the daughter of Dallas Leroy and Alberta Edrica (Weaver) Howe.
A native to Westfield, Pa and known to most as Joan, she was also called Mom, Gamma, Grandma Joan, Aunt Joan and Joanie.
She graduated from Westfield High School and worked as a teacher’s assistant, store clerk, babysitter and cleaner for Northwest Bank and Laurel Health Centers. Joan met her devoted and loving husband, Joseph Orth, while working at the deli counter at the Westfield Big M. They were married for 45 years.
Joan enjoyed reading, quilting, sewing, crocheting and knitting. She also was well known for her cooking and baking; most memorably for her whoopie pies, pumpkin cookies and all things rhubarb. She had a competitive spirit and loved nothing more than playing (and winning) board and card games with family and friends. She taught each one of her grandchildren to play (and lose at) croquet. Later in life, she became an avid bingo player.
Throughout their marriage, Joan and Joe were active in several churches and attended many Family Life Network concerts and events. Often found together on their front porch or back deck in their Westfield home, they cherished each other and their fellowship with neighbors, family and friends. Joan loved the Lord, stood strong in her faith and looked forward to meeting her Savior and reuniting with her parents and siblings.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers Roy, Dick and Larry Howe; and her sisters Alberta Latshaw and Eileen Choate.
She is survived by her husband, Joe Orth; her daughter Patti Pero (Husband Kelley); her son David Lamphier (Wife Susanne); Grandchildren Jona Lamphier (Husband Stephen Sasser); Jeremy Pero (Wife Elizabeth Hester); Cody Pero (Wife Morgan); Brandon Lamphier (Girlfriend Peyton Wilson); Great Grandchildren Camden and Addison Pero, Caden and Ethan Sasser; Stepchildren Hope McLaughlin (Husband Michael) and Joseph Orth Jr.; Aunt Muriel Brass; and several nieces and nephews.
Kenyon Funeral Home is providing arrangements for private services for the family. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Kate B Reynolds Hospice Home, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103. To send online condolences visit www.kenyonfuneralhome.com
John E. Dingman, age 69, of Gaines, PA
John E. Dingman, age 69, of Gaines, PA, died on Wednesday, March 1, 2023.
He was born on November 4, 1953 in Presque Isle, ME, a son of the late Ormonde R. Dingman and Jo Anne M (Grass) Dingman and was married to Heidi L. (Terry) Dingman.
John was a Gaines Township Road master and township supervisor and enjoyed hunting and running equipment.
He is survived by his mother: JoAnne M. Dingman of Gaines, PA, wife: Heidi Dingman of Gaines, PA, son: Dylan Dingman of Gaines, PA, six daughters: Reese (Mike) Hildreth of Milford, ME, Jenna (Joe) Bass of Vancouver, WA, Cassandra Swartz of Phoenix, AZ, Aleasa (Lenny) Quiroz of Tempe, AZ, Sheena (David) Canez of Mesa, AZ, Rachiel (Bobby) Soto of Knoxville, TN, two sisters: Rae-Ann Dingman of Gaines, PA, Karen Dingman of Mesa, AZ, 13 grandchildren and a great granddaughter.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at 12:00 Noon at the family home at 120 Dingman Rd., Gaines, PA.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.