Margaret Elizabeth “Peg” Griffin, 71, of 620 Penn Street, Johnsonburg, PA passed away Saturday afternoon, January 14, 2023 at Penn Highlands-DuBois. She was born June 20, 1951 in St. Marys a daughter to the late Charles F. and Mary Withington Griffin.

A Lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, Peg was a 1970 graduate of Elk County Christian High School. She was a 1974 graduate of Edinboro University with a BS Degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education.

She was a member of Holy Rosary Church in Johnsonburg where she was a Eucharistic Minister and was the Director of Religious Education for 28 years. Peg dedicated her life bringing children closer to God through teaching them the Sacraments. She had worked with the Girl Scouts of America, had been the Elk County director of the GED program and had been the co-chairperson of the Holy Rosary Festival for many years.

Peg had worked tirelessly at Holy Rosary School in Johnsonburg as a fourth grade teacher for many years as well as teaching Sunday School for many years. After the closing of Holy Rosary School, she worked at Elk Haven Nursing Home in the dietary dept. until her retirement in 2017.

Peg is survived by two sisters; Mary Ellen Muroski and her husband Tom and Patricia Gilmore and her husband Tom all of Johnsonburg. In addition, she was a loving aunt to nine nieces and nephews; Amy Imbrogno (Edward) of Raleigh, NC, Mary Lee Barwin (John) of Dauphin, PA, Donna Miller (Danny) of Johnsonburg, Thomas Muroski (Dara) of Coatsville, PA, Rosemary Aiello (Frank) of St. Marys, Kathleen Rice (Duey) of Masury, OH, David Gilmore (Erin), Charles Gilmore (Chris) and Thomas Gilmore (Rachel) all of Ridgway. Nineteen great-nieces and nephews and their parents will miss Peg deeply.

In addition to her parents Peg is predeceased by a dear friend of the family Jane Judice.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Margaret E. “Peg” Griffin will be conducted at Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg on Friday January 20, 2023 at 10:30 AM with Fr. David Wilson as celebrant. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery. 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 should be made in her name to the Holy Rosary Religious Education Program, 606 Penn St., Johnsonburg, PA 15845

Ryan A. Worthington                        “beloved son”

Ryan A. Worthington, 39, of Shinglehouse, passed away in his home on Friday, January 13, 2023, after a long battle with addiction.

Born on Saturday, June 18, 1983 in Nurnberg, Germany, he was a son of William D. “Will” and Tracy L. Howard Worthington.

Ryan was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse.  In school he enjoyed playing baseball. 

When he was 11 years old, Ryan began delivering the Olean Times Herald in Shinglehouse. For several years in New Jersey, Ryan was employed by Denville Line Painting Company. 

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and trapping.  He was an extremely talented mechanic, enjoying working on cars, his favorite one being his Mustang.  His greatest love was his family.

Surviving in addition to his parents are three sons, Landen R. Worthington, Brennan J. Worthington, and Blaine M. Worthington; a sister, Tonya S. (Israel) Alonzo of Colorado Springs, Colorado; two brothers, Craig (Amy) Worthington of Trafford and Derek R. Worthington of Shinglehouse; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Ryan was predeceased by his paternal and maternal grandparents.

Private funeral services will be held at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse with Pastor Rick Price of the Church of Christ, Bradford, officiating.  Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Ryan’s family has entrusted his 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 Ryan, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

Harry R. “Skip” Cook, everyone’s gentle giant and the perfect sheep dog taught his final lesson of love on January 13, 2023.  Surrounded by all his girls, he was serenaded into the arms of our Lord.  He is right back where he most loved to be, side by side with his wife, Barbara J Cook who passed away February 9, 2022.  They are both greatly missed by their five daughters; but the girls have peace knowing they are reunited.

Born in Muskegon, Michigan on November 25, 1942 to Leone and Morris Cook.  He and his brother worked tirelessly to keep his older sister and parents guessing; what ruckus would they cause next.  He graduated from Muskegon High School and became an X-ray Technologist.  Through those skills, he went on to become an exceptional sales man for medical technology companies.  He was known for his character and quality of service to all his customers.

On November 7, 1964 he married the woman that made his heart flutter, Barbara J Puisis, at Sacred Heart Church in Muskegon Michigan. They were married for over 57 years.    She was waiting at the mailbox for him.

 In 1973, with babies in arm they moved to Warren, Pennsylvania.  While a career path led him there, side by side with his “Chicky” they fulfilled their dreams and worked to build a community for their family and others.  Together they restored 4 homes on Poplar Street to their original splendor, were actively engaged in activities at St. Joseph’s Church and modeled kindness and servitude to all he met   Barb was the list maker, yet he was the provider.  She was the dreamer; he was the builder.  All of his girls know how to swing a hammer, stack wood and get the hard work done.  Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners will never be the same.  He was the dressing maker, the turkey baster and the man in charge for those grand meals.   Every year the list making and preparations started earlier.  He could not wait for his helpers to show up.  In his retirement, they worked their final project.  Together they designed, created and ran the Tree House in Cooksburg, PA.  It was at the Tree House that the family would gather to make piles of memories. Through the years his career shifted and grew but one thing remained the same.  He was a dad to so many; he never met a stranger and all who met him, left a better person having known him.  He lived and loved every day as if that was the day that he would be remembered for.

He will be profoundly missed by his five daughters and their husbands; his sons.   Jennifer and Todd Boston of Warren, Emily and Jim Cunningham of Clarion, Abigail and Buddy Flerl of Wexford, Rachel and Mike Malak of Cranberry, and Gabrielle and Jeff Laswell of Franklin Park. 

He was a loving Papa, the best Papa, to his 17 grandchildren; Jacob (Nichole) and Mitchell Boston; Donny, Blaise, Mercedes, Violet, and Raven Cunningham; Daphne, John, and Luke Flerl; Addy, Nate, and Owen Malak; Audrey, Dominic, Viola, and Gabe Laswell.  He was blessed with 3 great grandchildren; Cam, Max and MaLeah.

He is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law Dr. William and Sandy Burdick of Kalamazoo Michigan.  Sandy adored her little brother beyond measure.

He was predeceased by his wife and parents, his brother Michael Cook and his granddaughter Violet Cunningham.

In the last months of Skip’s life, he built a community at New Haven, Lutheran Senior Life Passavant Community in Zelienople.  Through the stories he regaled of the games of Bananagrams, working the puzzles, and sharing time with friends; it was evident his heart was filled with joy.   His daughters are so grateful for the grace filled friendships he made during his time there.  He loved you all.  The staff, that became family, surrounded him with care and gentle hands that enabled him to live life fully.   We are all so blessed through your gentle, caring hearts and hands.

Frends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East Street Warren, PA on Friday January 20, 2023 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday January 21, 2023 at 11:00 am in St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. West, Warren Pa, with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, pastor, officiating. Burial will be held in St. Joseph Cemetery, Warren, Pa. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.

Joseph G. Boyd               “beloved husband, father, and grandfather”

Joseph G. Boyd, 82, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 14, 2023, surrounded by his loving family, after suffering from the effects of Alzheimer’s.

Born November 9, 1940 in Coudersport, he was the eldest son of Joseph H. and June (Hackett) Boyd. On June 1, 1968 he married Kathryn (Dynda) and they renewed their vows on February 14, 2010.

Joe was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1959. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1959-1963 as a Navy Seaman aboard the USS Franklin D. Roosevelt. In 1964, he went to work as an inspector for PennDOT in the Clearfield District for nine years, then transferred to the PennDOT office in Coudersport as the County Coordinator until his retirement in 1998.

Joe was a member of the Sweden Valley Faith United Methodist Church, and the American Legion Potter Post 192 where he held the office of Chaplain for many years in the Potter County Honor Guard. He was also a member of the Susquehanna Trail Club and volunteered for Habitat for Humanity. He became one of the first volunteers for Pennsylvania’s Adopt A Highway program in 1990, keeping his two-mile stretch of Route 6 clean in his lifelong home of Sweden Valley.

Joe was an avid gardener and enjoyed sharing the fruits of his harvest with everyone, and spent five winters in Florida growing a small garden there. He loved to read, putter around outside, and spend time teaching his grandchildren to hunt, fish, and build almost anything. He would drop what he was doing, day or night, to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. There is nothing he wouldn’t do for his family, friends, and even strangers. He did everything out of the goodness of his heart and never expected anything in return.

Joe was also an artist in his own right. Over the years, he created many beautiful works of art using charcoal, pastels and oil paints on canvas, saw blades, rocks and even shelf mushrooms he’d find on trees. He gave away the majority of his creations for others to enjoy.

He is survived by his loving wife, Kathy; son, Glenn (Christine) Boyd of Coudersport; daughter, Tonya (Todd) Hall of Painted Post, NY; grandsons, Brandon (Shannon) Burrell of Roulette, Gabriel Draper of Painted Post, Tyler and Chase Boyd, both of Coudersport; brother, Greg (Anne) Boyd; sisters. Kathy (Greg) Furman and Virginia (Charles) Hoock; along with several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Dan, Bob, and Thom.

At Joe’s request, there will be no visitation or services.

Memorials may be made to the Potter County Military Honor Guard, ℅ American Legion Post 192, 2 Buffalo St, Coudersport PA 16915; Sweden Valley Faith United Methodist Church, Building Fund, 1450 E Second St, Coudersport; or to the charity of donor’s choice.

Joe entrusted his care and cremation arrangements 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 Joe, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

To my Dearest Love,

It was a heartbreaking end to this cruel disease, but I know your suffering is now over. You are well again, happy, and free from pain, thanks to the grace and mercy of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. So go out and enjoy taking wonderful care of God’s garden now. At the end of the day, take the time to create a beautiful work of art for the Lord with the amazing gifts he gave you.

A piece of my heart will be missing until we are reunited again in heaven. Always loving you, Kathy (Baby Doll)

Sandra J. SEELEY, 70, Westfield, PA, died Saturday, January 14, 2023.  Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

William (Bill) Bartges, 88, of Laurel Lane, Kersey, PA passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home on Saturday January 7, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born January 22, 1934 in Mt. Jackson, PA, son of the late Harry and Mae (Huffman) Bartges.  He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from the Pennsylvania State University in 1955 and travelled the globe solving customer issues and building relationships as the Technical Service Manager for the Carbon/Graphite Group (formerly Airco Speer).

On September 6, 1958 in Export, PA, Bill married C. LaVerne (Hostetler) Bartges who survives.  They were blessed with 64 years of marriage; three children:  Harry (Elaine) of Memphis, TN, Charles (Marcia) of Bradenton, FL, and Brenda (Brett) Giles of Atlanta, GA; and eight grandchildren:  Kevin (Jessica), Hannah (Andrea), Tessa (Dakota), Andrea (Will), Katie, Emma, Megan, and Claire.  He was preceded in death by his sister Marie (Bartges) King.

An avid, lifelong Penn State fan with football season tickets for almost 50 years, Bill rarely missed a home game and travelled to many away and bowl games.  Although he would “never leave until the game was over” (regardless of the weather), he loved tailgating just as much.  Family, friends, and random strangers delighted in his abundant hospitality, storytelling, sing-alongs, and frequent cheers of “WE ARE….”.  He was a lifetime member of the Penn State Alumni Association, St. Marys Quarterback Club, and Shiloh Presbyterian Church.

Proud to be an American yet humble about his service in the United States Army, he valued education, providing for his family, and quietly practicing his faith.  He enjoyed camping, fly-fishing, horseracing, and golfing with “The Retreads” (even before they earned the name).   He made strangers into friends, and friends into family wherever he went.

Family was Bill’s top priority and he never missed a chance to gather with them, usually driving long distances to do so.  Snowbirding was not just about the weather, but about living with, and being a part of the fabric of his expanding family’s lives.  His fun loving personality lit up every room he was in, and made even the best of times better.  The twinkle in his blue eyes as a crooked smile crossed his face usually meant something exciting was about to happen and will be deeply missed.

Funeral services will be held at the Shiloh Evangelical Presbyterian Church on Friday, January 20, 2023 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Scott Wiest, officiating.  Private burial will be in the Centre County Memorial Park.

Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Thursday, January 19, 2023 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM and again on Friday, January 20, 2023 from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM.

Memorials, if desired, can be made to the Shiloh Presbyterian Church, 217 Washington Street, St. Marys, PA  15857; The American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX  75284-0692; or the Alzheimer’s Association, PO Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011.

Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.

Mary Jane Chiodo,90, of Warren PA., died Thursday evening, January 12, 2023, with her family at her side in the Rouse Home.

She was born on April 26, 1932, in Bradford, PA. Mary Jane was the only daughter of Frank A. Chiodo and Verna (Betty) Harford. She was a 1950 graduate of Bradford High School. Mary Jane then attended the Bradford Hospital School of Nursing, where she graduated in 1953 with a degree in Nursing. She was employed by the Warren General Hospital as a Registered Nurse in the OR, ER and Maternity Departments after moving to Warren in 1954. Mary Jane met and married Frank R. Chiodo, her husband of almost 61 years in 1955. They resided in Warren and raised 3 sons Louis, Frank Jr., and Gregory. In 1976 she returned to work as an R.N. at the Warren State Hospital and was employed there for 17 years until she retired in 1992.

By far, her greatest joy was her family, including her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. They brought joy to her life, meaning to her actions and purpose to her days. She loved to cook and bake, making our family meals, weekend gatherings, and especially our holidays together so cherished and memorable. Mary Jane loved to travel with her husband after their retirement. Florence, Italy was her absolute favorite. Her entire life revolved around caring and doing for others. She was the epitome of selflessness, caring for her husband’s elderly parents, Luigi and Katherine, her children, her husband through an extended illness and her eldest son through his battle with cancer. She rarely ever thought of herself first. Even much of this obituary was penned by Mary Jane herself years before her death to spare her sons the anxiety and stress of writing it after her passing. Mary Jane was a long-time member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church.

She is survived by her sons, Frank R. Chiodo Jr. of Warren, and Greg L. Chiodo and his wife Jacqueline LaWarre of Pittsburgh, PA; grandchildren Anthony Chiodo and his wife Liz, Brittany Chiodo, Courtney Chiodo, Angela Jerman, and Christina Martin and her husband Mike; five great grandchildren Fiona Chiodo, Zachary and Autumn Jerman, and Colton and Madison Martin; several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, and her husband she was preceded in death by her son Lou Chiodo and two great grandsons Sylas Chiodo and Asher Chiodo.

Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St. Warren PA on Monday, January 16, 2023, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at 1:00 PM at St. Joseph R.C. Church 600 Pennsylvania Ave. West, Warren, PA with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, pastor, officiating. Interment will be held in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through St. Joseph Church Educational Center Fund, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. West, Warren PA 16365 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.

Gordon B. Irons, 70, of Cyclone, passed away Thursday (January 12, 2023) at UPMC-Shadyside, Pittsburgh, with his family by his side.

He was born February 11, 1952 in Port Allegany, the son of Merton and Doris (Gorton) Irons . On February 23, 1982, in Eldred, PA, he married Sherry L. Simmons, who survives.

Mr. Irons was a graduate of Smethport High School and worked in various positions at Pittsburgh Corning in Port Allegany, but ultimately was a furnace operator.  He was employed with PC for 40 years.

Gordon enjoyed the outdoors.  He was an avid hunter and fisherman, but his true love was being able to be in the woods on his side x side.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by:

One son:  Joshua A. (Ashley) Irons of Smethport

Three daughters:  Leslie D. (Track) Kio of Port Allegany, Kelly J. (Damin) Parris of Smethport and Amy L. (Aaron Lloyd) Irons of Cyclone

Grandchildren:  Haley Neilly, Destyne Lent, Mason Ferman, Kordon Irons, Tristan Lenze, Peyton Lenze, Paisley Irons and Brody Irons

Three great grandchildren: Jase, Holton and Raiden

Two brothers:  Gideon “Buddy” Irons of Ohio and Philip “Roger” Irons of East Smethport

And several nieces and nephews

In addition to his parents, Gordon was preceded in death by two brothers, Ronald “Bump” Irons and Richard Irons, along with two sisters, Janice “Lovie” Leet and Joyce Knotts.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 18, from 2-4 PM at the Hilltop Baptist Church, Route 646, Gifford, where funeral services will begin at 4 PM, with the Rev. Max Simms, pastor, officiating.  Attendees are invited to share a time of fellowship at Vavalo’s immediately after services.

Memorials may be made to 4-H.  Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Joseph G. Boyd, 82, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 14, 2023, surrounded by his loving family, after suffering from the effects of Alzheimer’s.

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.

David A. Fair, 71, of Port Allegany, passed away Thursday (January 12, 2023) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.

He was born March 1, 1951 in Sharon, PA, the son of David and Edith Burt Fair . He was first married to Doreen L. Gray, who passed away on January 10, 2007. On August 16, 2008, in Smethport, he married Anna S. Falk, who survives.

Dave was a 1969 graduate of Sharon High School.  He attended Penn State University, graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.

Dave was an accountant/controller for Pittsburgh Corning of Port Allegany, retiring in 2011.

He was a member of the Port Allegany Rotary Club, a longtime member of Port Allegany Borough Council, Port Allegany Planning Commission, S.W. Smith Library Board, was a Barbershop Singer and a member of the Potter-McKean Players.

In addition to his wife, Anna, he is survived by:

four step-children:  Dennis (Michelle) Stromberg, Suzanne (Steven) Fox and Erica (Josh) Petruzzi, all of Port Allegany, and Lisa Blansit

Step grandchildren:  Hayley (Anthony Vaimaona) Fox, McCauley Fox, Emma Fox, Elijah Petruzzi, Thea Petruzzi, Iziah Petruzzi, Delaney Stromberg and Gillian Stromberg, Mia Spratt, Rebecca (Wesley Phillips) Thompson, Thomas Landry, Hannah DeHaven, Robert Landry

Several great grandchildren

One sister:  Bonnie (James) Rust of Hermitage, PA

And several nieces and nephews

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a step-son, Leon Landry, two sisters, Sherry Root and Darla Johns

Visitation will be held on Tuesday (Jan. 17, 2023) from 2-4 and 6-8PM at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc., 105 Main St., Port Allegany, where funeral services will be held Wed. (Jan. 18, 2023) at 11 AM with the Rev. J.T. Madison, officiating.   Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to Port Allegany Ambulance Association. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.