WARD MANUFACTURING IS RECOGNIZED FOR 17 YEARS OF SUPPORT BY THE ENDLESS MOUNTAIN MUSIC FESTIVAL
Pete Guidi, president and chief operating officer of Ward Manufacturing in Blossburg, accepts a Platinum Sponsor Appreciation Award plaque from Endless Mountain Music Festival Executive Director Cynthia Long. “Ward Manufacturing has made a big impact on our community through their ongoing commitment to local organizations, like ours,” said Long. For the past 17 years, including 2023, Ward has supported the festival. On Friday, July 28, 2023, Ward is sponsoring the “Lift Up Your Voices and Sing” concert in Mansfield University’s Steadman Theater. It will open with the EMMF Symphony Orchestra performing Schedrin’s “Carmen” Suite for strings directed by EMMF Resident Conductor Teresa Chung. Mansfield University Director of Choral Activities Peggy Dettwiler will then conduct the orchestra and singers from the university and area communities in a performance of W. A. Mozart’s “Coronation Mass K.317.”
CHERRY SPRINGS STATE PARK IS OFFERING IN-PERSON NEW YEAR’S EVE STARGAZING WALK ON SATURDAY, DEC. 31:
Wrap up 2022 with a starry evening stroll along a crisp, wintery landscape on Saturday, Dec. 31 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Cherry Springs State Park at 4639 Cherry Springs Road, Coudersport, Pa. 16915.
The park is 12 miles from Route 6 in Galeton via West Branch Road and 15 miles from Coudersport via Route 44.
People of all ages are invited to join the park educator for the free, one-hour, in-person, 1.5-mile New Year’s Eve Stargazing Walk along level ground in the night sky public viewing area. Snowshoes will be available if conditions require.
Learn about winter constellations and folklore along the way with a laser-guided tour of the night sky.
The program will end by 7:30 p.m. leaving time for New Year’s Eve plans. Wear warm clothes and sturdy winter boots. Registration is NOT required.
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For more information about this free program, call 1-814-435-1037 or email cherryspringsee@pa.gov.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR 4 WINTER OUTINGS SERIES ACTIVITIES AT SINNEMAHONING STATE PARK
Four of the activities planned for the 2023 Step Outdoors Winter Outings Series in Tioga and Potter counties are being held at the Sinnemahoning State Park Office and Wildlife Center at 4843 Park Drive in Austin, Potter County and require those that want to participate to pre-register.
For Winter Survival Skills, Cross-Country Skiing for Beginners, and Snowshoeing Basics, pre-register online through the DCNR Calendar of Events at events.dcnr.pa.gov by searching for the park name (Sinnemahoning State Park) and the program title.
For Winter Women in the Wilds, pre-register at PA Parks and Forests Foundation (PPFF).
Free Winter Survival Skills Program is Saturday, Jan. 7; Pre-register by Thursday, Jan. 5
Dora M. Mahoney, 90, of Hemlock Road, St. Marys, PA
Dora M. Mahoney, 90, of Hemlock Road, St. Marys, PA passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at Pinecrest Manor following a battle with dementia.
She was born on May 6, 1932, in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of the late Nicola and Michelina DiColantino D’Amore.
On June 19, 1954, at Sacred Heart, she married the late Gerald Mahoney, who preceded her in death on April 7, 1995.
Dora was a lifelong resident of St. Marys and member of Queen of The World Church. She worked as a waitress at several local restaurants for many years. She will be fondly remembered for her faithful and devoted service as a local registrar for more than 20 years. In her free time, Dora enjoyed sewing and going to Bingo. She was a sweet and loving wife, mother, and grandmother who loved spending time with her friends and family, often sending them home with “goodies”.
She is survived by 4 children; Greg Mahoney and his wife Barb of St. Marys, Shawn Mahoney and his wife Lori of Kersey, Sandra Bahn and her husband Jim of Philadelphia, and Lorena Hamilton of St. Marys, and by 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother; Joe D’Amore and his wife Mal of St. Marys, a sister; Theresa Geitner of St. Marys, a sister-in-law; Lois D’Amore of St. Marys, and by several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, Dora was preceded in death by 2 brothers; Carmen D’Amore and Anthony D’Amore, andby a sister in infancy, Emilia D’Amore.
A Memorial Service for Dora M. Mahoney will be celebrated on Friday, December 30, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Lynch-Green Funeral Home, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA, with Fr. Jeffery Noble officiating.
Family and friends will be received on Friday, December 30, 2022 at the Lynch Green Funeral Home from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.
Burial will follow at St. Mays Catholic Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Penn Highlands Adult Day Service, 625 Maurus Street, St. Marys PA 15857.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Wolf Administration Reminds Pennsylvanians to Heed Winter Weather Threats This Holiday Weekend
Harrisburg, PA – The Wolf Administration is urging Pennsylvanians to pay attention to weather forecasts and remain alert for rapidly changing conditions and brutal cold this holiday weekend.
“Many people are traveling to spend time with friends and family this weekend, so it’s important to know the forecast for your home, your destination and points along your intended travel route,” said PEMA Director Randy Padfield. “We can’t control the weather, but we each can control how informed and prepared we are, so that we can make decisions that keep our loved ones safe.”
According to the National Weather Service, a dangerous winter storm arriving Thursday will bring numerous hazards from west to east across the state, including icing, snowfall, a flash freeze, and dangerous winds and cold that will last through the weekend.
Thursday morning, we can expect ice and snow, particularly in the central and northern mountains. Throughout the day temperatures will rise, bringing rain statewide and the threat of isolated flash flooding for central and eastern Pennsylvania overnight into Friday.
A dramatic drop in temperatures Friday morning and early afternoon could cause of a flash freeze, meaning any water left on the roadways or sidewalks will quickly freeze and make travel difficult. Strong winds gusting up to 50-60 miles per hour could also bring down power lines and tree limbs. Wind chills will reach negative teens and 20s Friday night, creating hypothermia and frostbite hazards. Homeowners should also be aware of the threat of frozen water pipes.
The dangerous cold and windy weather will continue into Sunday, for the Christmas holiday. For northwestern Pennsylvanians, lake effect snow will kick in on Friday with blowing and accumulating snow lasting into Sunday.
George Santora, 74, of Bradford, PA
George Santora, 74, of Bradford, PA passed away Saturday, December 10, 2022, at Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born October 26, 1948, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Florence (Chimento) Santora.
George was a 1967 graduate of Bradford High School. After graduating and working construction in Florida. He returned to Bradford and worked at Evergreen Elm, later Cummins Construction and S.M. Gleason Construction. He retired after 25 years.
George was a member of St. Bernard Church, he sang in St. Bernard Resurrection Choir.
He was a member of the Local 5 Labor Union in Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, and enjoyed going to the YMCA.
Surviving is one sister, Hazel “Toby” Stahlman, of Bradford, and several nieces and nephews.
George was preceded in death by his mother, two sisters, Michelle K. “Mickey” Santora, and Rose “Sis” Santora and one brother, Frank R. Santora.
Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at 1:00 PM in St. Bernard Church with Fr. Jim Gutting, as Celebrant. Burial will be with his mother in St. Bernard Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Robert Frederick “Pop” Erway, 90, of Lawrenceville, formerly of Mansfield, PA
Robert Frederick “Pop” Erway, 90, of Lawrenceville, formerly of Mansfield, PA passed away at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on August 26, 1932 in Wellsboro, the son of the late Charles & Mildred (Seeley) Erway. He married the former Joyce Welch on September 1, 1951 and have celebrated 71 years of marriage.
Bob worked for the North Penn Gas Company, now UGI, retiring in 1995 and is a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Wellsboro where he served as an elder. Earlier in life he was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Mansfield and served as a trustee and elder.
Bob served as a scoutmaster of Troop #106, Commissioner, Committeeman for Troops 106 and 24, executive board member of the General Sullivan Council, Vice President of the Council and President for two years. Was a member of the Five Rivers Council executive board and the recipient of the coveted Silver Beaver Award.
Bob was an involved member of the Mansfield community, serving on the Tioga County Borough Association and served as President at the time of the ground breaking of the Tioga-Hammond Dam in 1974. He was also an active member of the Kiwanis Club, the B.O.O.M. Committee, the Chamber of Commerce, the Mansfield Fire Company and Ambulance Association, Mansfield Borough Council, serving as President for three years.
Bob was a member of the Friendship Masonic Lodge #247 and a 32nd degree Mason. He also served on the Wellsboro Chamber of Commerce, the GROW Industrial Committee and the United Way. Bob enjoyed growing vegetables and fruit, growing hay, and raising bees on his farm in Lawrenceville, PA.
In addition to his wife, Joyce, Bob is survived by a daughter, Linda (Ellsworth Richardson) Andrews of Middlebury Center; two sons: Michael (Debra) Erway of Ottawa, KS; and Jeffrey (Alisa) Erway of Richmond, VA; an adopted daughter, Toni Brauchler of Dunkirk, NY; 10 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by a son, Timmy Erway, a granddaughter, Sarah Erway, 8 brothers and 2 sisters.
A memorial service for Bob will be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorial contributions in Bob’s name be made to the First Presbyterian Church, 130 Main St., Wellsboro, PA 16901.
The family have entrusted Bob’s final arrangements to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro. To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Clara Anne MERRELL, 84, of Bolivar, NY
Clara Anne MERRELL, 84, of Bolivar, NY, died Tuesday, December 20, 2022 in Olean General Hospital.
Born July 7, 1938, in Rochester, she was the daughter of Earl and Fern Prevost Gerew. On June 4, 1960, in Rochester, she married Burdette Lewis “Bud” Merrell, who survives.
She was employed by Genesee Hospital in the dietary department and then stayed home to raise her children.
Clara was a member of Riverside Assembly of God in Wellsville. She was a great mother and grandmother, who had a strong faith and was always praying.
Surviving besides her husband, Bud, are: ten children, Burdette L. (Ellen) Merrell, Jr. of Perry, George W (Louise) Merrell of Cuba, Kimberly Ann (Jim) DeGroff of Bolivar, Tina (Rex) Francisco of Scio, Michael (Vonda) Merrell of Niagara Falls, Linda (Dana) Harris of Wellsville, Clarence (Marsha) Merrell of Lima, Pauleen (Rory) Dudley of Bolivar, Richard James Merrell of Lexington Park, MD, and Sandra (Brian) Brizzee of Wellsville; 47 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Eileen Stevens and Cheryl Curry; nieces and nephews, including a special nephew, Keith Merrell of Bergen, who was like a son.
She was predeceased by a daughter, Sharon Merrell; and three grandsons, Kristopher R. Francisco, Michael Witter, and Zachary Keller.
Friends may call at Riverside Assembly of God, Riverside Drive, Wellsville on Friday, December 23, 2022 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with a Memorial Service following at 11:00 AM. Rev. John Francisco and Rory Dudley will co-officiate. Burial will be in Bath National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org.
Arrangements are under the direction of OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College Dean’s List–Fall 2022
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College
300 2nd Avenue, Suite 500
Warren, PA 16365
Dean’s List – Fall 2022
Students listed include those who have chosen to share their directory information.
Cameron County
EMPORIUM – Olivia Gloss
Crawford County
TITUSVILLE – Mitchell Baldwin, Emily Burdick, Corrine Heeter, Nicole McCann, and
Kristen Sauerland
Elk County
KERSEY – Gina Gornati
ST. MARYS – Aaron Weinkauf
Erie County
CORRY – Brandi Cornell, Emily Ponce, and Katherine Reed
CRANESVILLE – Heath Flick
LAKE CITY- Dylan Culver
UNION CITY – Anna Roscinski
McKean County
BRADFORD – Amanda Conklin
Potter County
AUSTIN – Kendra Valenti
COUDERSPORT – Mia Gee
GALETON – Alicia Gingrich
ROULETTE – Jessica Jones
Warren County
CLARENDON – Sarah Foster
PITTSFIELD – Kara Haight
SHEFFIELD – Cody Hankinson
WARREN – Savannah Nichols
YOUNGSVILLE – Katlyn Sobkowsk
Alida Wilcox, 89, of Frostproof, FL
Alida Wilcox, 89, of Frostproof, FL passed away December 17, 2022 at the Lakeland Regional Health Center in Lakeland, FL.
She was born April 21, 1933 in Blossburg to Adalbert and Zelma (Smith) Stadler. On July 19, 1951, she married Clifton Wilcox and together they shared 71 years of marriage.
She had been a member of the Stony Fork Baptist Church, and enjoyed camping, travelling, and needlework, especially knitting and crocheting. Most of all, she was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who loved being around family.
She is survived by her husband Clifton Wilcox of Frostproof, FL; a son: Robert Wilcox (Kim) of Wellsboro; two daughters: Joan Wilcox of Frostproof, FL, and Kathy Compton (Mark) of Glendale, AZ; seven grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; many great-great-grandchildren; and two sisters: Dorothy Phillips, and Beverly Markowicz.
There will be a memorial service in Florida at a later date, and she will be interred in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Her family has entrusted the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA.
To share a memory or condolence with her family, visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Gene F. Hulings, 78, of the Lutheran Home at Kane and formerly of Milan, PA, Kane and Wilcox, PA
Gene F. Hulings, 78, of the Lutheran Home at Kane and formerly of Milan, PA, Kane and Wilcox, PA died Saturday morning, December 17, 2022 at the Lutheran Home. She was born March 16, 1944 in Wilcox a daughter to the late Howard and Pearl Marie Sellers Finn. On November 30, 1963 she married Harold Hulings, Sr. who preceded her in death on December 10, 2005.
Gene had been at the Lutheran Home for the past 3 years and had spent her later years in life with her children in Milan, PA. She had also lived in Kane for many years. She spent much of her life in the Wilcox-Rasselas area and was a 1962 graduate of Wilcox High School.
She was a member of the Wyndham Community Church in Wyndham, PA and enjoyed the teachings of Pastor Pfleiger while at the Lutheran Home. She was also very involved in the many available activities available to her at the Home. She was a breast cancer survivor!, a very active grandmother and had been a member of the Kane Eagles.
Gene had worked as an Activities Aid for Dickinson Mental Health for 3 years and had worked as an Activities Aide at Bradford County Manor for over 20 years.
Gene is survived by her 3 children; Harold Hulings, Jr. and his wife Tammy of Gillett, PA, Annette Hulings and her companion J.B. Martin of Rome, PA an Timothy Hulings and his wife Brianna of Rome, PA and 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by 3 sisters; Gert Coder and her husband Bill Heatherdale of Kane, Connie Geiser of St. Marys and Gayle Finn of St. Marys and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, she is predeceased by brothers Willard, Ronald and Billy, and sisters Janice Heatherdale, Rita Lehman, Frances Allegretto and Suellen McIntosh.
Funeral services and interment for Gene F. Hulings will be private and at the convenience of the family. There will be no visitation.
Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg, PA
If desired, memorial contributions in her memory should be made to The Lutheran Home at Kane, Activities Dept., 100 High Point Dr., Kane, Pa 16735.
Robert G. Goodrich, age 87, of Elkland, PA
Robert G. Goodrich, age 87, of Elkland, PA passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at Broad Acres Nursing Home in Wellsboro.
Born July 13, 1935 in Osceola, he was the son of the late Frederick W. and Bernice W. (Zimmer) Goodrich.
Bob proudly served in the US Army from 1950 – 1953, during the Korean War.
He married Nancy M. (Mortimer) and they spent 48 years together until her passing on February 16, 2009.
Bob was a machinist, journeyman tool & die maker, draftsman and welder. He worked through the years at Dresser, Ingersoll Rand Foundry and Ward Manufacturing and he was a retired minister from Wesley Chapel in Elkland. He was always building / fixing up the church and if he could get his hands on it, he would try to fix anything.
Bob loved his community and would say “Elkland is my parish”. He was a member of the American Legion Post #428 and served for years on the Elkland Zoning Board. He loved Army football, hunting, gardening and animals; two of his favorite dogs, Julie and Missy.
Bob is survived by his children, Nanette and David Yauger of Titusville, PA, Bob and Becky Goodrich of Osceola, Mark Goodrich of Elkland, Jon Goodrich of Harrisburg and Steve and Debbie Goodrich of Middlebury Center; 14 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren; a sister, Phyllis Thompson of Elkland; special foreign exchange student, Kirsi (Filppula) Miskala of Finland and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a brother, Bill Goodrich; a grandson, Brandon Goodrich; great grandson, Josiah Goodrich; great granddaughter, Nevaeh Goodrich and daughter in law, Kim Goodrich.
Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Thursday, 6:00 – 8:00 PM and on Friday, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately on Friday at 12:00 PM with Rev. Robert Symons officiating. Burial with Military Honors will be in Highland Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Bob’s honor may be made to the Wesley Academy, 117 Coates Ave., Elkland, PA 16920. The Goodrich family would like to thank the Broad Acres Nursing Home staff for their wonderful care to Bob over the past few years. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
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Wanda M. Daghir, 97, of S. St. Marys Street, St. Marys, PA
Wanda M. Daghir, 97, of S. St. Marys Street, St. Marys, PA passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, December 19, 2022, with her family by her side.
She was born on April 21, 1925 in Cherry Ridge, PA, a daughter of the late Clarence J. Rickard, Sr. and Veronica “Vera” Mongovan Rickard.
On January 27, 1951, at Honesdale, PA, she married the late George L. Daghir, Esq., who preceded her in death on October 3, 2019. Together they shared more than 68 years of marriage.
Wanda Marie Rickard Daghir…a beloved and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend…