St. Marys Area United Way Awards Grant
Elk County- The St. Marys Area United Way president Doug Gaffey, Jason Gabler, United Way Corporate Chair; and Doug Bauer, United Way Payroll Program Chair presented a $7,500 check to Guardian Angel Center’s board of directors and their volunteers. The Guardian Angel Center applied for this grant to support the operating needs of the Center.
The Guardian Angel Center is located at 364 Main Street in Kersey, PA. The Center seeks to supplement the clothing needs of infants, toddlers, and children whose families struggle financially. These needs are met through the recycling of donated articles and by the careful purchase of suitable new clothing items. A major goal of the Guardian Angel Center is to avoid the social stigma of needy families, especially related to clothing for school-age children. The Guardian Angel Center operates solely with volunteers. There are no paid employees. For further information on becoming a volunteer, days of operation for the Guardian Angel Center or how to qualify as a client – leave a message at (814) 885-6192.
The Guardian Angel Center is one of the many partnering organizations that have sought grant money from the St. Marys Area United Way. The grant funding disseminated in 2023 is as a result of the donations raised during the St. Marys Area United Way 2022 campaign. Funding raised in 2023 will be available for organizations to seek grant funding in 2024.
The St. Marys Area United Way relies on the contributions from companies and local individuals. If you would like to become one of these individuals 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
Breakdown of Potter County Primary Election Unofficial Results
Click on this Link for complete unofficial results of the May 16, 2023 Primary Election. Includes state, countywide, municipal, and school boards.
Janet H. Tassone, 88, of 209 Hickory Street, Johnsonburg, PA
Janet H. Tassone, 88, of 209 Hickory Street, Johnsonburg, PA passed away early Monday morning, May 22, 2023 at her residence following a brief illness. She was born on January 16, 1935 in Johnsonburg a daughter to Bertha Refeiner Lynch.
A lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, she was a 1953 graduate of Johnsonburg High School. Janet loved spending time with her family. She also loved spending time in the kitchen and became quite the home cook, as family and friends would eagerly await a loaf of her famous nut loaf during the holidays. Christmas morning was also a special event at Janet’s home, as the entire family would gather and enjoy her overnight casserole. Janet also loved to spend days on her front porch admiring her rose bushes. She also enjoyed crocheting, doing ceramics and travel.
Janet had worked for Stackpole for over 30 years at the Johnsonburg, St. Marys and Kane plants. She had also worked at Walmart for several years
Janet is survived by six children, her loving daughter Rhonda Horchen of Johnsonburg, Ralph Tassone and his wife Karen of Johnsonburg, Robert Tassone and his wife Angela of Johnsonburg, Rosemary Tassone, Mrs. Mark Mercer of Ridgway, Ramona, Mrs. Jeff Horchen of Johnsonburg, and Renee, Mrs. Tom Coppolo of St. Marys; her grandchildren: Shawn Tassone, Jana, Mrs. Todd Walters, Keith, Bobby, and Rachel Tassone, Andrew and Anthony Clerkin, Sara, Alex, Meghan and Emma Coppolo, Randi and Justin Horchen, Joleen, Mrs. Jeremy Green, Cara, Mrs. Josh Gadley, Marlee, Mrs. Dylan Smith, Devon Horchen, Lindsey, Mrs. Matt Farnsworth and Randy Tassone.
She is also survived by her great-grandchildren: Brayden and Kendyl Walters, Remmick, Reid and Roman Means, Owen and Harper Green, Collin and Nora Gadley, Annabelle, Aiden, Andi Mae, Allie and Aaron Clerkin, Anthony, Jr., Adrianna, Alexis and Ashton Clerkin, Carson and Angelo Tassone and Zoey Fiscus a sister Joanie Challingsworth of St. Marys and dear friends George Johnson and Betsy Leader.
In addition to her mother, Janet is predeceased by the father of her children, Angelo Tassone, a sister Jean Brooks and a sister Monica in infancy, a son Randy Tassone, a grandson Stephen Johnson and a son-in-law Scott Horchen.
At Janet’s request, there will be no public visitation or funeral service.
Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg, PA.
If desired, memorial contributions can be made in memory of Janet to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 502 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959
Barttlett R. “Bart” Foster, 75, of Warren, PA
Barttlett R. “Bart” Foster, 75, of Warren, PA, died peacefully at home with his family at his side.
He was born on November 28, 1947, in Union City, Indiana, the son of the late Sherman and Vivian (Merritt) Foster. Bart lived in many places and had some interesting jobs before settling in Warren, PA. He drove ambulance for North Warren Fire Department in the past. He worked at the former Loranger’s Manufacturing and Experience Inc.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, bowling, darts and playing spoons. He got many requests from people to play the spoons for them. Bart was the life of the party and is loved and will be missed by many. He had the kindest heart.
Bart is survived by his loving wife, Pasty Foster of Warren, PA; his children, Melanie Foster of Warren, PA, and Bart Foster Jr. of South Carolina; stepsons, Jason Stewart and wife Kim of Warren, PA, and Shawn Stewart and his wife Brenda of Virginia; grandchildren, Garret Littlefield, Geoff Ryan, and Jack Stewart; granddaughter, Jennifer Stewart; two great granddaughters; siblings, Nancy Elliot of Ohio and Sherman (Butch) Foster of Georgia; sister in law, Cheryl Kitchel; and two brother in laws, Ronald and Robert Kitchel.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Richard (Dick) Collins.
Funeral services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. A celebration of Bart’s Life will be held and announced at a later time.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Ave., Warren, PA 16365 or Paws Along the River, 212 Elm St., 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 the funeral arrangements.
Charles F. Shembeda, 69, of Songbird Road, Bradford, PA
Charles F. Shembeda, 69, of Songbird Road, Bradford, PA passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023, at his residence.
Born July 23, 1953, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Joseph and June (Riggs) Shembeda.
Charlie was a 1972 graduate of Bradford High School, and a veteran of the United States Air Force.
Charlie worked for his father, Joseph E. Shembeda Floor Covering business and eventually owned Shembeda Floors until he passed the business on to his two sons. As an entrepreneur he also started and ran Shembeda Electronics through the 80’s and 90’s.
Charlie enjoyed boating, riding motorcycles, and he was a private pilot.
Surviving is his former wife, Karen (Shembeda) Pardiny, four sons, Joseph, Jonathan, Justin and Jesse Shembeda, and one daughter, Alyssa Miller, and five grandchildren, Joe, Jon, Mayla, Silas and an expected grandson, nine siblings, Christine Shembeda, David Shembeda, Julie McCord, Gary Shembeda, Sue Wells, Alan Shembeda, Lori Adams, Darla Oaks, and Brian Shembeda, and several nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends on Friday May 26, 2023, from 4pm to 7pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 33 South Avenue, where funeral services will be on Saturday, May 27, 2023 11:00am. Burial will be in the Shembeda family mausoleum at Willow Dale Cemetery.
Memorials if desired, may be made to the Golisano Children’s Hospital in Rochester, 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
Harry B. “Dale” OVERHOLT, 89, of Stannards, NY
Harry B. “Dale” OVERHOLT, 89, of Stannards, NY, died Friday, May 19, 2023 in Olean General Hospital.
Born July 25, 1933, in North Tonawanda, he was the son of Harry Allard and Jean M. Haeffle Overholt.
He was a graduate of Tonawanda High School, where he was the captain of the football team and a member of the Sigma Psi fraternity. After high school, he went on to play semi-pro football. Harry served honorably with the U.S. Army and New York National Guard from 1952 – 1960.
On June 28, 1958, in Tonawanda, he married the former Barbara C. Cook, who survives. He was employed by National Fuel for 40 years, retiring as district manager.
Harry was a member of Broad Street Baptist Church in Tonawanda, attended Grace United Church in Wellsville, member of Wellsville Rod and Gun Club, and was a 52-year member of Ken-Ton Masonic Lodge #1186. Harry was an avid hunter, outdoorsman, and enjoyed helping the DEC band ducks at their cabin on Alma Pond.
He was very much loved by his wife, daughter, and grandchildren.
Surviving besides his wife, Barbara, are: a daughter, Brenda (Jack) VanBuskirk of Andover; a grandson, Samuel (Miranda Haramia) Lamphier-VanBuskirk of Chula Vista, CA; two granddaughters, Kailee (Teddy) Alfieri of Niceville, FL and Angela (Tim) Corkey of Alfred; a sister-in-law, Anne Overholt of Tonawanda; a close cousin, Susan Hartman; many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by four siblings, Jack A. (Marlene) Overholt, Wayne Overholt, Jane D. (Ernie) Cline, and Phyllis J. (Jim) Henderson.
Friends may call at OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY on Saturday, May 27, 2023 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 2:00 PM. Rev. Dennis Munro will officiate. Burial will be in Stannards Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the Alzheimer’s Association. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Katherine Louise “Kathy” (McConaghay) Barton, 47, of Renovo, PA
Katherine Louise “Kathy” (McConaghay) Barton, gained her wings on May 15, 2023 after a lengthy illness.
She was born in Lock Haven on November 20, 1975. Kathy was a life long resident of Renovo, where she had many friends. She was a graduate of Bucktail High School and will be remembered for her love for her family, adventure and socializing with friends.
Kathy is survived by her father; John McConaghay of Canonsburg, husband; Chuck Barton, Jr. of Renovo, two daughters; Hayley (Joe) Barton of New Castle and Miranda (Aaron) Barton of Renovo, two grandsons; Dominic and Lane who were the love of her life, two older siblings, sister; Chris (David) McConaghay-Shemory of Montgomery, brother; Mark (Nancy) McConaghay of Washington, two nieces that she adored; Megan Hill and Lorin Dingman, multiple great nieces, one great nephew and her dog who was always by her side, “Moose”
She was preceded in death by her mother; Carolyn J. (Eatman) McConaghay.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to; Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America, The Diabetes Foundation or to the A.S.P.C.A.
As per her wishes there will not be a formal service, a celebration of life will be planned at a later date at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are being handled by Maxwell Funeral Home, 205 Fifth Street, Renovo.
For Online Condolences please go to www.MaxwellHelt.com
Roxanne F. Boyd, 65, of Austin, PA
Roxanne F. Boyd, 65, of Austin, PA, a former longtime resident of Coudersport, passed surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, May 22, 2023, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a long illness.
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.
Carol Jean Franklin, 55, of 8 Meadows Park, Duke Center, PA
Carol Jean Franklin, 55, of 8 Meadows Park, Duke Center, PA passed away Wednesday (May 17, 2023) at Buffalo (N.Y.) General Medical Center surrounded by loving family, following a brief illness.
Carol was born Jan. 2, 1968, in Port Allegany, Pa., but was a lifelong resident of Eldred.
She enjoyed reading and spending time with her eight children: Rebecca Haynes in Tennessee, Joshua (Felecea) Furman of Duke Center, Kelly Furman of Bradford, Cassandra Furman of Duke Center, Sabrina Bobenrieth (Anthony Schoonover) of Rixford, Terry “T-Bob” Bobenrieth Jr. (Kymee Choura) of Duke Center, Tanika Franklin of Duke Center, and Isaac Bobenrieth of Rixford.
Surviving in addition to her children are 13 grandchildren Shawntia, Xavier, Georgia, Celina, Allanna, Emrick, Emberlynn, Ryon, Braden, Kaleigh, Marilyn, Wyatt, and Freya, a fiancé, Terry Bobenrieth Sr. of Rixford, a sister, Michele (Christopher) France of Hornell, N.Y.; two brothers, Darren (Nicole) Franklin of Canisteo, N.Y., and Ken Franklin of Wellsville, N.Y.; a stepmother, Shirley Franklin of Wellsville, N.Y., as well as many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, Walter Franklin, her mother, Barbara James, and two sisters Marsha and Laura Franklin.
Visitation will be held on Thursday (May 25, 2023) at the First Church of God, Eldred from 10 a.m. to noon with a Memorial Service immediately following with Pastor Jim Kazimer officiating.
Online condolences may be made at www.framefuneralhome.com
PennDOT Potter and Cameron County Maintenance work schedule for the week of May 22 – May 26, 2023
Emporium/Coudersport, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Potter and Cameron County Maintenance announces the following work schedule for the week of May 22 – May 26, 2023, weather permitting. Motorists should travel with extra caution in these and all work areas. Motorists should be aware that due to the nature of highway maintenance and emergency work, crews could be working on any highway at any time of the day or night.
Cameron County 0240
Bridge Cleaning:
Mowing:
- State Route: 872 (Potter County Line to SR 120 intersection)
Slide Repair:
- State Route: 872 (Potter County Line to SR 120 intersection)
Crack Sealing:
- State Route: 872 (Potter County Line to SR 120 intersection)
Spray Patch:
- State Route: 120 (Elk County Line to Moore Hill Road)
The following work is scheduled to be completed by contractor, weather permitting:
Richardson Tree & Landscape Company, Inc– Tree Trimming
State Route: 46 (Rich Valley to the McKean County line)
Traffic control: Traffic along SR 46 will be utilizing flaggers.
Potter County 0260
Bridge Repairs:
- State Route: Shinglehouse Area
Sign Repairs/Replacement:
- State Route: Various SR throughout County
Shoulder Cutting:
- State Route: 44 (Coneville to Shinglehouse)
- 4017 (Sunny Side Road)
- State Route: 4010 (Honeoye Street)
Pipe Replacement:
- State Route: 1011 (Hickox/Ulysses Road)
Patching:
- State Route: 6 (Coudersport area – Sheetz to Courthouse)
- State Route: 44 (Coudersport area- Courthouse to Rubbertown)
Ditching:
- State Route: 1008 (Cross Road)
The following work is scheduled to be completed by contractor, weather permitting:
Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc– Roadway/ Bridge repair
State Route: 6 (Port Allegany to Coudersport) Contractors will continue with roadway repairs and drainage upgrades. Bridge structure repairs will continue at the intersection of SR 6 and Trout Brook Road intersection.
Traffic control: Traffic along SR 6 will be utilizing flaggers during work hours, multiple work zones may be in project area, including temporary traffic signals at Trout Brook Road intersection.
Nestlerode Contracting Company, Inc– Bridge replacement
State Route: 1011 (Hickox/Ulysses Road)
Traffic control: Detour will be in place, traffic will use State Route 1012 (Jackson Road), State Route 49, and State Route 1011.
WELLSBORO GROWERS MARKET WILL BE OPEN THURSDAY, MAY 25
The Wellsboro Growers Market will be open next Thursday, May 25 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on the front lawn of the First Presbyterian Church at 130 Main Street in Wellsboro, next to the Green Free Library and every Thursday through Oct. 12, weather permitting.
Among those who will be there are Liz McLelland of Yorkshire Meadows, Linda Baldassari of New View Farm, Kathy Siegrist of Bakery 303, known as “the pound cake lady” and Staggering Unicorn, which specializes in fruit wines and a variety of wine slushies.
Growers, bakers, candy makers, maple producers, artisans, craftsmen, musicians and others who want to participate on May 25 or at an upcoming market are asked to email Jeff Berry at wellsborogrowersmarket@gmail.com.
For updates on who and what will be at the market, visit the Wellsboro Growers Market Facebook page.
This week is National EMS Week
EMS WEEK (MCKEAN COUNTY, May 21, 2023): This week is National EMS Week. Thank you Paramedics, EMTs, and all emergency treatment providers.
To say our emergency treatment providers are exceptional is an understatement. The care McKean County residents receive during emergency medical situations is frequently the difference between life and death and is nothing less than heroic many times.
DA Stephanie Vettenburg Shaffer: “Many crime scenes have been emergency medical scenes and their efforts have saved lives when all hope seemed to have been lost and, at other times, their expertise allowed them to be the lone voice for a crime victim.
They are exceptional and appreciated – this week and every week.” The McKean County District Attorney’s Office thanks you.
Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://mckean.crimewatchpa.com/da/136029/post/ems-week-2023
Patrick Hartnett, 79, Warren, PA
On Monday, May 22, 2023, Patrick Hartnett, born on June 20, 1943, passed away at the age of 79.
Pat will be remembered by his wife, Christine Hartnett, his daughter, Heather Hartnett and her husband, Michael Duffy.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, 11 Russell St., Warren, PA., at 11:00 A.M. with Fr. Stephen Schreiber, Pastor, officiating.
The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.