June F. GRAY, 93, of Ulysses, PA, died Thursday, February 23, 2023 in her home.
Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Richard D. “Rick” Ingerick, age 67, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Wednesday, February 22, 2023.
He was born on October 21, 1955 in Wellsboro, PA a son of the late Richard M. and Pauline (Whitney) Ingerick and was the husband of Linda (Douglas) Ingerick.
Rick was a machinist working in the aircraft industry for many years.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Linda D. (Douglas) Ingerick, age 73, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, February 23, 2023.
She was born on June 25, 1949 in Wellsboro, PA, a daughter of the late Charles and Eva (Tompkins) Douglas and was the wife of Richard “Rick” Ingerick.
Linda was formerly employed by Wundies, Wellsboro, PA and Truck-Lite of Wellsboro, PA.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 12:00 pm at the Niles Valley Cemetery, Middlebury Center, PA with Pastor Bob Treat officiating.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
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We are excited to announce that the OV Cafeteria received a Food Service Equipment Grant in the amount of $43,460 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The grant monies will be used to purchase a new dishwasher and stationary kettle. The USDA awarded over $2.7 million dollars to 130 school districts across the state, including Oswayo Valley.
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The Elk County Council on the Arts is proud to announce the winners of the regional contest of Poetry Out Loud. The student winners are Caitlin Blessel from St. Marys High School with Sean McKean of Oswayo Valley High School as the runner up.
Poetry Out Loud – presented in partnership with Elk County Council on the Arts (ECCOTA), the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, National Endowment for the Arts, and Poetry Foundation – is a national arts education program that encourages the study of great poetry by offering free educational materials and a dynamic recitation competition for high school students across the country. Since the program began in 2005, more than 4.1 million students across the country have participated in Poetry Out Loud.
Ruth Katherine Thompson, 100, of Coudersport, PA passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at Cole Manor in Coudersport.
Funeral arrangements, being conducted by Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Tena M. MANNY, 57, of Mills, PA, died Wednesday, February 22, 2023 in UPMC West Shore Hospital, Mechanicsburg.
Born January 25, 1966, in Rochester, NY, she was the daughter of Harry and Fay Hand Meise. She was married to Reuben John Manny, who survives. Tena attended Northern Potter High School and was employed by K&W in Westfield for many years.
Surviving besides her husband, Reuben, are: three children, Sherry (Jeff) Dennis of Westfield, Reuben Manny of Elmira, NY, and Cathy Thompson of Ulysses; five grandchildren, Aspyn Dennis, Brittani Thompson, Aeyona Dennis, Courtney Thompson, and Azaria Dennis; three brothers, Charles (Joanne) Wright of Knoxville, Terry (Cindy) Wright of Galeton, and Jason Meise of Westfield; three sisters, Joanie Caane of Duke Center, Lisa K. Wright of Westfield, and Kelly (Dave) Erhard of Ulysses; uncles; nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Sunday, February 26, 2023 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 6:00 PM. Rev. Sean Grossman will officiate. Burial will be in Mills Cemetery. Memorials may be made to U.S. Renal Care Wellsboro, 70 Plaza Lane, Wellsboro, PA 16901. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Secret Place
by
Pastor B.J. Knefley
Do you have a secret place, a place that you can be alone? It’s not that it’s actually secret but it’s your go to place when you want peace and quiet. For some oddly enough it’s the bathroom. For others it might just be a chair where they can curl up with a hot beverage and a book. I actually have a couple. In the house I have the basement, “Cave”. Although not finished, it is complete with a couch, comfortable chairs and a fireplace. Soft lighting sets it off into a quiet and cozy nook. I also have the Sunroom. It’s heated and filled with windows. Finally, on the hill behind my house is a swing. Even in the winter, I can find time to escape to that spot for quiet reflection and solitude. One of my granddaughters, after being out of breath from walking up the hill, asked me why I had put the swing so far up the hill. I replied that it keeps people away, she replied, “It works”.
The reality is we all need a quiet place to reflect and think. We need alone time, or down time as some call it. It’s healthy and rejuvenating at the same time. It’s a place to destress. Hopefully it’s a place that others will let you be without interruption. But that’s not always the case. Sometimes there’s a Martha in our lives. If you’re not familiar with Mary and Martha, you can read about them in Luke 10:38-42. The Martha’s in our life believe that “idle hands are the devil’s workshop”. In other words, you should be doing something other than sitting around. Growing up it might have been said like this, “If you can’t find something to do I’ll find something for you”. Sadly, there are many who feel guilty for taking down time. They feel that they need to be doing something and if they’re not then somehow that makes them bad or less valuable.
Even though I have my secret places I still struggle with being idle for too long. Consequently, I really don’t rest. But if I’m going to live like Jesus lived then I need to learn to be okay with solitude. I don’t need to be busy all the time and even though I can hear the voice of my father telling me that he’ll find something for me to do, I have to remember that being quiet is okay. Quieting the accusing voice isn’t that easy is it? Thank about it.
North Central Supply will be closed this week.
We will be closed for a family medical reason that will not allow us to be there.
Thank you for your understanding.
We will reopen Thursday 3-1-23
John
NCS
CASEWORKER 1 VACANCY
Cameron County Children and Youth Services has an opening for a full-time County Caseworker position. Caseworkers provide a range of case management services to children and families to ensure the safety and well-being of children.
Salary: $37,000 (with a $2,000 increase upon completion of training and promotion to Caseworker 2)
Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree which includes, or is supplemented by 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences OR a combination of experience and training which includes 12 college credits in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, criminal justice, or other related social sciences, and one year of experience performing paraprofessional case management functions.
Qualified applicants must apply for the position at www.employment.pa.gov.
Clearances and a valid driver’s license will be required.
Education Opportunity: Caseworkers with a bachelor’s degree, who are employed by Children and Youth Services for a minimum of two years, may be eligible for the CWEL program, which provides substantial financial support, including tuition and other expenses, to a caseworker in completing a graduate level degree. Individuals enrolled in this program would enter into a contract with the agency to continue employment following their studies for a period of time.
For further information, please contact Children and Youth Services at (814) 486-9351 or email hfarren@cameroncountypa.com.
YWCA Bradford will host an open interview/job fair from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday, February 24 and Monday, February 27 at its Administrative Office located at 24 West Corydon Street in Bradford, PA. The job fair will feature both full-time and part-time positions currently open at YWCA Bradford.
YWCA Bradford is seeking candidates who want to make a difference in someone’s life! Open positions include Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Program Staff and Sexual Assault Advocate.
YWCA Bradford offers full-time employees competitive pay, health insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, sick days/bereavement leave, AFLAC, Colonial Life and YW Retirement.
Those interested must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license and must be at least 18 years old. Applicants should provide a copy of their resume. For more
information, contact ywcaadmin@ywcabradford.org
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June Catherine Adams, 91, of 521 Hyde Avenue, Ridgway, PA passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at Pinecrest Manor.
She was born June 28, 1931, in Irvington, NJ, daughter of the late Alfred and Alice Merdinger Nagel. She was raised in Chester, NJ and had been a resident of the area since 2002.
In 1978, June remarried Mike Adams, who preceded her in death in 2002.
June is survived by her daughter, Nancy Voss-Coleman (Barry) of Swannanoa, NC; two sons, Craig Donald Voss of Concord, NC and Todd Voss (Siobhan) of Ridgway; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and by her sister, Lois Entwisle of Durham, NC.
June saw much of the world. She spent her summers in Boothbay, Maine for a number of years where she served as the Director of Volunteers for the Boothbay Harbor Hospital and started the Progressive Gourmet Dinner Club. An avid gardener, June was a member of the Boothbay Harbor Garden Club for 20 years. During the winters, she spent her time in Punta Gorda, FL, where she was an avid golfer and taught arts and crafts.
For one year June lived in Tehran, Iran while working for American Bell International and spent time traveling the Middle East and Europe. After her husband passed in 2002, she lived in Florida and Kersey, and in 2016 she moved to Ridgway. She was a member of the Fox Township Senior Center and enjoyed spending her time painting and doing crafts, which was her greatest pleasure. She deeply loved and adored her family and friends and treasured her time spent with them.
There will be no visitation.
Funeral and committal services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Chester, NJ.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Shriners Children’s Erie, 1645 West 8th Street, Erie, PA 16505.
The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Robert A. Kelly, 62, of Smethport, PA passed away Wednesday (February 22, 2023) at his residence in Smethport.
He was born May 14, 1960 in Port Allegany, the son of Joseph Kelly and Mildred Schwiekart.
Rob was a 1978 graduate of Port Allegany High School. He served in the U.S. Army after school. He was an Army Scout with marksman qualifications badge.
Rob was a self employed carpenter/handyman and a “jack of all trades” in the area for many years.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing and NASCAR. He loved the Pittsburgh Steelers and was up to help anyone that needed a hand in life. He adored his grandchildren and loved doing carpentry.
He is survived by his companion of 12 years, Sandra Kiehlmeier of Smethport
Two daughters: Ashley (Derek) O’Connell of Cyclone and Stephany (Justin) Kaziska of Smethport
Three sons: Joshua (Jenifer) McCain of New Jersey, Matthew (Jolene) McCain of Houston, TX, and John (Julie) Meacham of Turtlepoint
Twelve grandchildren
One brother: Edward (Nancy) Kelly of NJ
Three sisters: Julia (Donald) Soegaard of Sutter, CA, Patricia Starr and Linda Hardes, both of Port Allegany
Two step sisters: RaeAnn (Tom) Manning of Pendleton, SC and Lynn (Dewey) Leonard of Port Allegany
In addition to his parents, Rob was preceded in death by his stepmother, Marjorie Kelly, two brothers, Harry and Joseph Kelly, and one sister, Nancy Kelly.
There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 25, at 11AM from the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., 2 Bank St., Smethport, with the Rev. Max Simms, pastor of the Hilltop Baptist Church, officiating. Military Honors will be accorded by the American Legion; Bucktail Post #138 of Smethport. A luncheon will be served after services at the American Legion; John Berg Post #976 of Crosby, PA.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Marguerite M. Lasher, 86, of First Street, Eldred, PA went to be with her lord on Wednesday (February 22, 2023) surrounded by her loving family.
Born on October 16, 1936 in Coryville, she was the daughter of Joseph and Doris Dunn Connolly. On August 27, 1955 at the Smethport Episcopal Church she married her husband Charles A. “Bud” Lasher who preceded her in death on October 11, 2015.
Marguerite was a longtime resident of Eldred and a 1955 graduate of Otto Eldred High School. She was a life member of the First Church of God, Eldred. Also, she loved reading, crocheting, watching NCIS and Dr. Pol, and she loved when she would go camping with her late husband and family. Most of all she loved spending time with her family, and especially her grand-daughter.
Surviving are four daughters; Barbara Callahan of Eldred, Suzanne (David) Louk of Eldred, Crystal (Luke) Hathaway of Dayton, TN., Debbie (Rich) Minner of Eldred; six grandchildren, Trevor, Heather, William, Zachary, Mick, Kris, Erin and Matt; and Nine great-grandchildren, Blake, Braden, Kevin, Lucy, Soyer, Maisey, C.J. and Joey.
In addition to her husband of sixty years, she was preceded in death by a son, Charles Joseph Lasher; and three siblings, Audean, Joe, and Tom Connolly.
Friends may call on Monday (February 27th, 2023) at the First Church of God, Eldred from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, at which time a celebration of life will be held with the Rev. Jim Kazimer, pastor of the church, officiating. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Smethport.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the First Church of God, Eldred or to the McKean County VNA and Hospice.
Online condolences may be made at www.framefuneralhome.com.
On 02/18/2023 the City of Bradford Police Department arrested 32 yr old Justin Michael Schlopy on an arrest warrant for forcible rape and multiple other sex offenses against a 16 yr old female victim.
The offense occurred between 10/29/22 and 10//30/22 at 17 South Center Street in Bradford.
Schlopy was taken to Magistrate Cercone for arraignment and remanded to McKean County Jail on $50,000 cash bail. Preliminary hearings are set in the matter.
Arrest Date: Saturday, February 18, 2023 – 3:00pm Reference ID: 2022-10301700 Charges: CC 3121 A1 Forcible Rape (F1) CC 3123 A1 Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse (F1) CC 3124.1 Sexual Assault (F2) CC 3125 A1 Aggravated Indecent Assault (F2) CC 3126 A1 Indecent Assault Without Consent of the Other (M2) Incident Type: Sexual Offense – Other Source: City of Bradford Police Department
Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/bradfordpd/68048/arrests/schlopy-justin-michael-cc-3121-a1-forcible-rape-f1-and-4-additional-charges?fbclid=IwAR1u8BhmnnEePEYhjYqLRiT7cLcQf46FSPHCx3l3Rmr0bkdgzcaYUKkGTJA
Elk County-The First Commonwealth Bank supports the St. Marys United Way campaign through their generous employee payroll program. Pictured is Doug Bauer, St. Marys Area United Way Payroll Chairman and Doug Gaffey, St. Marys Area United Way President along with some of the First Commonwealth employees who contribute via the First Commonwealth’s payroll program. Doug Bauer recognized each contributing employee with a blanket as a token of appreciation for their donation. These blankets were purchased through a grant United Way received to help rejuvenate the payroll program following COVID-19 pandemic. Sean Gabler, First Commonwealth Vice President Branch Manager Business Banker reaffirmed First Commonwealths commitment to the St. Marys Area United Way and that First Commonwealth will continue annually to match 100% of employee contributions.
The First Commonwealth payroll program supported the St. Marys Area United Way 2022 campaign and will continue to support the United Way’s 2023 campaign. The United Way’s 2022 campaign goal was $170,000. Funding raised in 2022 was available for eligible organizations to seek grant funding in 2023 and funding raised in 2023 will be available for grant awards in 2024.
As a result of the 2022 campaign, the St. Marys Area United Way board approved and granted awards in February of 2023 to Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services, Boys & Girls Club of St. Marys, Boys Scouts-Bucktail Council, CAPSEA, Catholic Charities, City of St. Marys Parks and Recreation, Dickinson Center, First United Methodist Church Youth Program, Girl Scouts of Western PA, Guardian Angel Center, St. Marys Area School District, St. Marys Library and the Veteran’s Memorial-Eternal Flame located on the Diamond downtown St. Marys. The United Way board also approved a commitment of funding to support the City of St. Marys Parks and Recreation Leathers Playground Project. Specifically, the United Way funding would be used to help make the new Playland at Memorial Park handicap accessible. This commitment of funding is pending the city is awarded grant funding for the project and the Recreation board facilitates a capital campaign to acquire individual donations
The St. Marys Area United Way has served the citizens of the City of St. Marys and surrounding counties since 1925. The St. Marys Area United Way relies on the contributions from companies and local individuals. Those donations support the financial needs of non-profit agencies that serve the health and human welfare needs of our community. If you would like to become one of these individual or corporate donors, please call 781.6000 or mail your check to the St. Marys Area United Way, 44 So. St. Marys Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
