Mark E. Lopus, 67, of Bradford, PA passed away Saturday, September 16, 2023, at the Olean General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. 

Born March 8, 1956, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Milton E. Lopus and Emily M. (Love) Blaske, who survives.

He was a 1974 graduate of Bradford High School. Mark was a proud member of the Owls ’73 and ’74 football teams and always cherished Coach John Durham. 

Mark was employed by the Susquehanna Laborers Union #158 as a skilled construction worker. 

Gloria J. Becker, 75, entered into rest on September 14, 2023, in York. She was the loving wife of Raymond E. Becker whom she would have shared 55 years with in November.

Born on February 10, 1948 in York, she was the daughter of the late Wayne Knaub and the late Dolores (Oberlander) Knaub.

In addition to her husband, Raymond, Gloria leaves to cherish her memory, her three children, Tina Hicks of York, Raymond (Hong) Becker II of York and Michelle (Andy) Watson of Coudersport; grandchildren, Ryan, Emily, Elizabeth, Brandon, Jarrod, Garrett, Leia and Savanna; four great-grandchildren; sisters, Nancy (Craig) Poff and Brenda (David) Bailey; brother, Jeffrey (Debbie) Knaub; and a host of family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Dennis.

Burial will be held at Susquehanna Memorial Gardens, at a later date at the convenience of the family.

Gladfelter Funeral Home, Inc. is entrusted with the arrangements.

Nancy R. Lyon, 78, of Warren, PA, died Wednesday morning, September 20, 2023, at Warren Manor Nursing Home, Warren, PA, after an extended illness. 

She was born April 17, 1945, in Russell, PA.  She was the daughter of Richard and Catherine Lucks Lyon. 

Nancy was a lifelong Warren area resident and a 1963, graduate of Warren High School.  She was employed for 33 years, in the offices of the former New Process Company and retired from Blair Corporation.  She is remembered for being a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.  She loved to shop, and spend time with her dog, Penny.

John J. Villella, age 76, of Warren, PA passed away on Tuesday, September 19^th at Cleveland Clinic with his wife and daughter at his side, after a 6-month battle with cancer.

He was born on December 9, 1946 in Punxsutawney, Pa. He was the son of the late Joseph Thomas and Jane Crivella Villella. John was a 1965 graduate of Punxsutawney High School, where he was voted “Best Dancer” of his graduating class.

He served with the United States Army in the Vietnam Conflict as a private 4^th Class with the Signal Corp repairs division.

John earned his bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Robert Morris University, where he served as the president of Phi Delta Mu, Delta Ta Delta, and the American Management Association. During his time as President of Phi Delta Mu, John was instrumental in elevating the fraternity to national status.  

John, with his family, moved to Warren on April 1, 1982 when he became co-owner and operator of Culligan Water in Warren, Meadville, and Erie until his retirement in 2015.

David L. Barger, 75, of 5701 Church Street, Limestone, NY, passed away, Sunday, September 17, 2023, at Bradford Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness.

Born October 13, 1947, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Frank C. and Virginia (Fox) Barger.

Dave was a 1966 graduate of Limestone Union Free School. During high school and for a short time after he graduated, he worked for the railroad.

On September 2, 1966, he enlisted into the United States Army. He was assigned to be a mechanic for heavy equipment. He was honorably discharged on April 6, 1969.

After the service he worked on the construction of Rt. 17, then began working at Kendall Refining Company. He worked for over 35 years and retired as an Operator from American Refining Group.

On February 7, 1976, in the First Free Methodist Church he married Jeanne L. (Saxton) Barger, who survives.

Messina R. Burke, 41, of Emporium, PA, passed away unexpectedly at her residence in Emporium, PA, on Sunday morning (September 17, 2023).

She was born August 13, 1982 in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of James Grey Hodson, Jr. of Emporium and Kimberley Ann Irwin of Emporium. On August 21, 2008 in Emporium, she married Charles Burke, who survives.

Messina graduated from Penn State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture and Lock Haven University with a Nursing degree. She loved flowers, reading, and nursing.