Hamberger Starting Second Term As Superintendent of Oswayo Valley School District

Oswayo Valley School District
Today, Mr. Jed Hamberger was administered his oath office for his second term as Superintendent of the Oswayo Valley School District. Mr. Hamberger had this to say, “I’m honored to be a part of the Oswayo Valley Community and be able to continue working towards our goals of providing a quality education for our students and our community members!”
Richard J. “Dick” KEATON, 76, of Galeton, PA

Richard J. “Dick” KEATON, 76, of Galeton, PA, died Sunday, June 18, 2023 in his home. Through his final days, Dick was able to be at home surrounded by his family and loved ones sharing memories and rejoicing and honoring his life. He was able to be with his dogs that he loved dearly.
He was known for the love, compassion, and companionship he had for his animals.
Born October 30, 1946, in Atchison, KS, he was the son of Arthur Leroy and Mary Elizabeth Shaver Keaton. On June 6, 1969, in Galeton, he married the former Janice I. Williams, who survives.
Dick was employed in construction and home improvement. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Galeton.
Surviving besides his wife, Janice, are: three children, Scott (Lisa Kennedy) Keaton, Thomas Lee Casher, and Sherry (Jerry Morral) Casher; seven grandchildren, Derrick, Carson, Jonus, Jacinda, Dana, Morgan, and Macie; several great-grandchildren; two brothers, Carlyle (Pauline) Rucker and Arthur L. “Skeet” (Donna) Keaton, Jr.; nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a son, Richard J. “Dickie” Keaton, Jr., on July 10, 2015.
Services will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Memorials may be made to the Galeton Public Library, 5 Park Lane, Galeton, PA 16922. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Honey R. DUNN, of Ulysses, PA

Honey R. DUNN, of Ulysses, PA, reached her heavenly destination on June 6, 2023, in Greenville, NC. Her family was beside her throughout her journey, holding her hands with heavy hearts but comforted knowing she would be with the Lord and reunited with family and friends who went before her.
Honey is survived by her husband, John. They were married for 34 years and loved each other very much. There wasn’t much that Honey did without John by her side. They planned and worked hard for the Dunn and Rounds reunions and united those families in special times with memories made for years to come.
Honey was born in Harrison Valley, PA on July 30, 1933, and as the youngest of Walton and Myra (Thompson) Rounds’ seven children, she was everyone’s ”Honey” from that day on. She graduated from Harrison Valley High School and went on to fulfill her dream of motherhood with what she considered her 5 greatest accomplishments. Honey was a familiar face in the school cafeteria for many years taking great pride in serving food to all the children who passed through the lunch line over the years. At the age of 50, Honey went back to school to get her nursing license and found great satisfaction working with Dr. Davis caring for the community.
Bradford Man Arrested On Felony Warrants

On 06/16/2023 at approximately 2326 hrs, City of Bradford Police while on patrol located the defendant Harley Blue Sellers walking along Congress Street.
Officers knew Sellers to have active Felony arrest warrants both from the McKean County Sheriffs Office and from the Attorney General’s Office in relation to drug crimes.
Officers moved in and arrested Sellers at which time he threw Methamphetamine onto the ground. The drugs were seized into evidence.
Sellers was remanded to McKean County Jail on the bench warrants and also arraigned by Magistrate Engman on the new possession charges. Bail was set at $25,000. Preliminary hearings are set in the matter.
Charges 1 count -780-113 A16 Possession of a Controlled Substance (M) Location Congress Street Bradford, PA 16701 Arrest Date Jun 16, 2023 Incident Type Drugs / Narcotics Violation Reference ID 2023-06162326
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Allan V. Krotzer, 91, of Liberty, PA

Allan V. Krotzer, 91, of Liberty, PA passed away Sunday, June 18, 2023, at his home in Liberty, PA, surrounded by by family. Born January 31, 1932, in Liberty, he was the son of Verus and Edythe (Snyder) Krotzer.
He was a member of Friedens Lutheran Church, Liberty.
Allan was the husband of the late Catherine Mathews and Mary Jane Horner Neinhueser.
Surviving are his 2 sons Gene of Somerset, Daryl (Susie) of Liberty; 2 daughters Darla of Cogan House, Connie (Randy) Black of Liberty; 2 stepdaughters Natalie (Donald) Hetzel of Wellsboro, Leigh (Ralph) Agnoni of Muncy and a stepson Ira F. Neinhueser Jr. of Ogdensburg. 14 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild; 11 step grandchildren and 5 step great grandchildren; 2 brothers in law and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In addition to his wives, Allan was predeceased by his parents, a daughter Victoria Steppe, a daughter in law Diane Yukalavich Krotzer and his sister Dorothy Broughton.
Services will be at the convenience of the family and funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901. To share a memory or condolence visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Patricia S. Jordan, of Warren, PA

Patricia S. Jordan, of Warren, PA, died peacefully with her family at her side, on Sunday, June 18, 2023, at the John and Orpha Blair Hospice Home, Warren, PA.
Patricia was born January 6, 1942, in Warren, PA. She was the daughter of Harry and Helen Huber Samuelson. She was a lifelong Warren area resident. Patricia was a 1959 graduate of Warren High School. She was employed for 26 years with Blair Corporation in their customer service department. She was always a woman of great faith.
She is survived by her granddaughter – Ariel Mickle and 1 Sister – Constance Haines, both of Warren, PA., 1 Brother – Gerald Samuelson and wife, Sandy of Florida.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her 1st husband, Douglas Mickle in 1996, 2nd husband, Robert Jordan, her son, Bradley Mickle.
A private funeral service will be conducted at the convenience of the family.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through the Warren Cancer Center, 2 Crescent Park, Warren, PA. 16365.
E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Joseph R. Luchini, Jr. Mass of Christian Burial
The family and friends of Joseph R. Luchini, Jr. are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated in the St. Boniface Church on Friday, June 23, 2023, at 11:00 AM, with the Rev. Kevin Holland, Pastor, officiating. Full military rites will be accorded by the Fox Township Servicemen’s Burial Detail. Burial will be in the St. Boniface Cemetery.
Visitation will be held in the St. Boniface Church Gathering Space from 9:30 AM until the time of Mass.
Expiration of Allegany County’s Emergency Declaration

Statement from Board Chairman W. Brooke Harris
RE: Expiration of Allegany County’s Emergency Declaration
As of June 18, 2023, at 1:00 p.m., Allegany County’s Declaration of Emergency concerning the migrant crisis is no longer in effect. The decision to decline renewal of the Declaration came after careful consideration and consultation with the County Administrator, County Attorney, Social Services Commissioner, and Sheriff Scott Cicirello.
We are not aware of any migrants or asylum seekers associated with New York City’s crisis entering our County, nor have we received communication from the State that any migrant placements within Allegany County are planned or imminent. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and are prepared to issue a new Declaration and Orders if deemed necessary and appropriate.
Vehicle Crash Into Swamp on Rt. 21

At 12:32 PM on Monday, Alfred & Alfred Station have been dispatched to Rt. 21 near the Alfred/Andover town line for a vehicle crash off the roadway into about 3 feet of water in the middle of the swamp. Injured occupant is reported still in the vehicle. Andover rescue truck requested to scene.
Anna May Stickler, age 84

Anna May Stickler, age 84, passed away peacefully in the loving care of her family on Friday, June 16, 2023.
She was born September 27, 1939 to Forest and Ethel (Newell) Corwin in Caton, NY.
She had one sibling Jack Corwin of Caton, NY, who passed away.
Anna lived a full event filled life enjoying spending time with family and friends. She enjoyed flowers, birds, butterflies, angels and caring for others.
She will be remembered by her loving children, Cindy Case, Betty Case, Earil (Deborah) Case, Sr., Tammy Case, Cathy Wright, Eleanor (Kevin) Holmes and Tina (Russ) West. She fully enjoyed her 18 grandkids, 20 great grandkids and 1 great great grandchild. She will be deeply missed.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Inc.
Timothy Paul Williams, 66 of Corning, NY

Timothy Paul Williams, 66 of Corning, NY passed away peacefully at home on June 13, 2023 in the presence of his sisters Debbie and Jeannie.
Tim was born on November 18, 1956 in Corning to Kenneth and Myra Drew Williams.
He was a loving son, brother, father and friend to many, always ready to lend a helping hand with a smile.
Tim is survived by a son Shannon (Gretchen) Williams, brothers Robert (Ruby) Drew and Clifford Williams, sisters Donna Causer, Paula Paddock, Rebecca (John) Matsis, Deborah (Reed) Seeley, Naomi (Gerald) Semler, Jeanne Winfield and Ann Oliver.
Tim was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Paul Williams and David Williams.
A celebration of life will be held on August 5, 2023. Location to be announced. Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland.
Linda L. Phillips, 81, of Shinglehouse, PA

“beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister”
Linda L. Phillips, 81, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away at home with her loving children by her side on Saturday, June 17, 2023, after a long illness.
Born on Tuesday, March 24, 1942 in Cuba, N.Y., she was a daughter of Edward and June Kingsbury Lamb. On March 28, 1964 in the West Clarksville Baptist Church, she married Clifford “PeeWee” Phillips, who passed away on July 21, 2022.
Linda was a graduate of Richburg High School, Class of 1960, in Richburg, N.Y. She was first employed in Olean, N.Y. by the former Clark Brothers and later by McGraw Edison. In August of 1974, Linda and her husband moved to Florida, where Linda was employed as an administrative assistant for over 19 years by the City of Kissimmee and later for 12 years for the Osceola County Courthouse working in several different offices.
Snowbirds till 2015, Linda and PeeWee made their permanent home in Shinglehouse in 2016. While living in Florida, Linda was a member of the Bible Baptist Church in Kissimmee where she loved playing the organ, piano, and singing in the choir. In Shinglehouse, she attended the Bell Run Union Church. She was a very faithful woman. In her early years, Linda enjoyed roller skating, spending time at the former Coliseum in Ceres, N.Y., where she met the love of her life, PeeWee. She also enjoyed bowling in her younger years. Her greatest loves were her family and the Lord.
Left to cherish her memory are a son, Tim E. Phillips of Shinglehouse; a daughter, Kimberly Phillips Udstad of Shinglehouse; three grandchildren, Norman A. (Josie) Udstad IV, Wyatt D. Udstad, and Faith A. (Phillip “QB”) Steinmetz; eight great-grandchildren; a sister, Vaunda (Bill) Stagi of Kissimmee, FL; a sister-in-law, Beverly “Sue” (Joe) Riehle of Shinglehouse; and several nieces and nephews
Linda was predeceased by her parents and her beloved husband of 58 years.
There will be no public visitation. Private funeral services will be held in the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, with Pastor Chad E. Shaffer, of Bell Run Union Church, Shinglehouse, officiating. Graveside burial services will follow in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to UPMC Cole Home Health and Hospice, 102-108 South Main Street, Coudersport, PA 16915 or to the Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Association, PO Box 98, Shinglehouse, PA 16748.
Linda’s family has entrusted her care 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.
Roxanne F. Boyd “Celebration of Life slated”

AUSTIN, Pa.—Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life for Roxanne F. “Roxy” Boyd, 65, of Austin, from 11am to 3pm on Sunday, June 25, 2023, at the Coudersport American Legion Buffalo Street, Coudersport.
Roxy passed away on May 22, 2023.
Roxy’s family entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
Marguerite E. “Peg” Smith, 87, of Smethport, PA

Marguerite E. “Peg” Smith, 87, of Smethport, PA passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side and joining her husband in heaven on Thursday (June 15, 2023) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
She was born April 23, 1936 in Farmers Valley, the daughter of Roy and Verna (Ross) Miller. On March 9, 1957, in Farmers Valley, PA, she married Herbert A. Smith, who died March 24, 2015.
Peg was a graduate of Smethport Area High School and attended New Penn Beauty School, where she received her certification as a beautician.
Peg had several jobs over the years, but being a beautician was her mainstay. She worked at the courthouse for a brief period of time. She owned and operated her own shop as well as traveled to Sena Kean Manor and to her elder client’s homes to do their hair.
She attended the Free Christian Evangelical Church of Smethport and enjoyed indoor and outdoor plants, bird watching (especially hummingbirds), doing puzzles, watching figure skating and Polka Dancing. She loved listening to Gospel Music and old Country Music. Peg was always smiling and giving words of encouragement to friends and family.
She is survived by:
One son: James L. Smith of Smethport
One daughter: Naomi S. (Donald) Raught of Smethport
Grandchildren: Jessica Raught, Caleb Raught, Micah Raught, Jamie (Justin) Smith Swede, Jacob Raught, Collin Smith, Brittney Smith, Aaron Raught, Natalie Smith and Noah Raught
Five great grandchildren
One brother: Charles Miller of Farmers Valley
And many nieces and nephews
In addition to her parents and husband, Peg was preceded in death by four brothers: Frank, Robert William and infant Leonard Miller; four sisters: Gertrude Freeman, Jane Fillhart, infant Charlotte Miller and closest sister and best friend, Muriel Towner.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2023 from 11AM to noon at the Free Christian Evangelical Church of Smethport, where a memorial service will begin at noon with the Rev. B.J. Simms, pastor, officiating.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Free Christian Evangelical Church of Smethport or Potter County Hospice. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Katherine Marie Teed, 91, of Morris, PA

Katherine Marie Teed, 91, of Morris, PA, passed away June 17, 2023 at the Green Home. She was born July 28, 1931 in Pine Township, PA to John “Jack” and May (Minier) Teed, one of their 12 children. She graduated from high school and retired from Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital. Katherine loved to garden, fish, hunt and spend time with her family.
Katherine is survived by two siblings and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and 9 siblings.
Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Katherine’s life from 10-11am Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, with a funeral to follow at 11am in the funeral home. Burial will be in Oregon Hill Cemetery. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Gordon R. “Dick” Johnson, 91, of 1984 Prentisvale Road, Eldred, PA

Gordon R. “Dick” Johnson, 91, of 1984 Prentisvale Road, Eldred, PA passed away Saturday, June 17, 2023, at his residence, with his wife by his side.
Born on December 26, 1931, in Bradford, he was a son of the late, Gordon O. and Elva L. (Higley) Johnson.
He was a graduate of the Limestone Union Free School.
On September 6, 1952, he married Helen (Maben) Johnson, who preceded him in death on August 4, 1998. On October, 7, 2000, in the Bradford Alliance Church, he married Margaret A. “Peg” (Lowe) Vanscoter Johnson, who survives.
He worked as a mechanic for Browns Service and Milton Supply, Servomation as a cleaner, and for 30 years as a foreman at W.R. Case Cutlery, where he retired in 1992.
Dick was a member of the Bradford Alliance Church, and recently attended the Church of God in Eldred. He was a Limestone Volunteer Fireman for many years.
Surviving in addition to his wife Peg of 22 years, and seven sons, James H. (Valarie) Johnson, of Great Mills, MD, Dennis L. (Bonnie) Johnson, of Limestone, NY, Roger A. (Merri) Johnson, of Bossier City, LA, Charles A. (Tiffany) Johnson, of Bradford, Paul (Cheryl) Vanscoter, of Eldred, Mike (Jamie Whiteman) Vanscoter, of Eldred, and Matthew (Tammy) Vanscoter, of Port Allegany, three daughters, Debra L. (Danny) Clark, of Limestone, NY, Faye A. Dickerson, of Andover NY, and Brenda (Jeff) Moyer, of Shinglehouse, one brother, Howard Johnson, of Bradford, one sister, Brenda L. (Bill) Carpenter of Olean, NY, 26 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Helen, brother Merle Johnson, twin sisters, Shirley Bremiller and Sharon Johnson.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, June 22, 2023, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, Bradford Alliance Church, at 3:00 pm funeral services will be held with Rev. Rob Jeffery, Pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Limestone Cemetery.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Great Commission Fund at the Bradford Alliance Church, 240 Minard Run Road, Bradford PA 16701, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Rte 16 NB/SB from Mill St to Grove St is REOPENED
Road Closure: Rte 16 NB/SB from Mill St to Grove St is clsd because of a crash at 1130am, Yorkshire , Cattaraugus Co. ROAD HAS REOPENED.
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