Patricia Louise Van Cise, 89, of Warren, PA., died on Thursday November 10, 2022, in her home after an extended illness.
She was born May 8, 1933, in Warren, PA. Patricia was the daughter of Edwin Miller and Vera Jean Hall Miller Holmberg. She has been a lifelong Warren area resident and a 1951 graduate of Warren High School. She had been employed with the former S.S. Kresge Company.
She enjoyed cooking and baking, loved farming, canning, square dancing, roller skating, bicycle riding, horseback riding, and married her high school sweetheart.
She is survived by her 4 children – Steven Van Cise and wife, Pat of Russell, PA., James E. Van Cise and wife, Nancy Maze of Cheyenne, WY., Sherry Lynn Klark and husband, Michael and Susan L. Knapp and husband, Chanc all of Warren, PA. 8 grandchildren, Michael Rowan (Rhonda), Kelly Van Cise (Patty), Andrew Rowan (Julie), Carrie Zeigler (Kevin), Kristina Miles, April Chisholm (Mark), Brittany Reed (Kurtis), and Ben Hagberg; 11 great grandchildren, Brandon (Destiny), Abigail (Darin), Ashley (Steven), Matthew, Michael Jr., Camron, Alex, Jordan, Aiden, Micah, and Abel; four great grandchildren, Harper, Eloise, Alex, Jacob; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, William G. Van Cise whom she married November 18, 1951, at Calvary Baptist Church, Warren, PA., who died February 3, 2004; three sisters, Yvonne Lee, Phyllis Maze, and Claudia Holmberg
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Thursday November 17, 2022, from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. Funeral services will be held there at 1:00 pm in the funeral home with Pastor, Jon M. Swart, retired minister, officiating. Interment will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Russell, PA.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through, The Alzheimer Association at www.alz.org/donate. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Ronald Joseph Massa, 93, of Warren, PA, passed away on Saturday November 12, 2022, in the John and Orpha Blair Hospice House after a brief illness.
He was born in Warren, PA, on November 1, 1929, the son of the late Samuel and Alberta Pochey Massa. Ronald was a Warren area resident his entire life. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving during the Korean War. Ronald retired from Osram Sylvania and worked in the Administrative Department.
He is survived by his loving daughter Amy Adamski of Edinboro, PA; siblings, Dolores Grogan of Charlotte, NC, Toni Jo Loomis and husband Chuck of Warren, Sam Massa and wife Gayle of Warren, Michele Allen and husband Kevin of Irvine, Renee Sperry and husband Skip of Russell, Peter Massa and wife Laurie of Omaha, Nebraska, and Anne Rich and husband Martin of Jamestown, NY; two grandchildren, Samuel Adamski and Maggie Adamski; two great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Ronald was preceded in death by two sisters, Barbara Miller, and Joan Cornelius.
Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery, Warren, PA. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St. Warren, PA, has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements. Those wishing to place memorial may do so through Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Ave. Warren PA, 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
At 12:41 PM on Saturday, Wellsboro & Galeton Fire Depts. have been dispatched for a land rescue at Colton Point State Park. An individual and a dog are stuck on a ledge of a cliff on the Rim trail.
At 2:00 PM the man has been rescued from the cliff. Rescuers are now working to extricate his dog.
BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will continue its celebration of Native American Heritage Month with three more events during November.
On Nov. 14, the White Pine Singers and Dancers will highlight Iroquois-style social dances during a performance at noon in the Mukaiyama University Room of the Frame-Westerberg Commons.
The performance will include dancing with encouraged participation from the audience and explanations of the traditional dances, instruments and outfits. A traditional lunch of Indian tacos, scone dogs, corn soup and strawberry drink will be served beginning at 11:15 a.m.
On Nov. 16, Hanley Library will host a noon session to discover the library’s newest books on indigenous topics, learn about native authors and uncover indigenous resources. A light snack will be served. Participants should feel free to bring their own lunch or stop by the Starbucks Café in the library prior to the presentation.
Finally, at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 30, “Lake of Betrayal: The Story of Kinzua Dam” will be shown in the Bromeley Family Theater of Blaisdell Hall, followed by a discussion with producers Paul Lamont, Scott Sackett and Caleb Abrams via videoconference.
“‘Lake of Betrayal’ looks at how Kinzua Dam so drastically affected the Senecas’ way of life, and it examines the hidden agenda and political debts behind the United States government’s abrogation of the Canandaigua Treaty of 1794 which had guaranteed the Seneca Nation the free use and enjoyment of its lands, forever.
The creation of the Allegheny Reservoir in 1965 forced the removal of more than 130 Seneca families from their homes and properties.
Additionally, art and artifacts from regional Indigenous artists are on display in Blaisdell Hall throughout the month.
This is one of the eight illustrations created by Chris Jones under his pen name Jubalee for Kevin Coolidge’s new book, “The Cat Board and the Cardboard Caper.” When he first began illustrating Coolidge’s Totally Ninja Raccoon series in 2015, Jones lived in Wellsboro but now lives in Florida.
Kevin Coolidge, children’s author, will be releasing “The Cat Board and the Cardboard Caper” later this month. The book is the first in his new series involving the Cat Board, the main antagonists in his Totally Ninja Raccoons series.
“Writing the Cat Board scenes in the Totally Ninja Raccoons is a lot of fun. I also felt the Cat Board deserved its own series,” said Coolidge.
“Currently, 65 percent of those reading the Totally Ninja Raccoon books are boys between the ages of 7 to 10 and 30 percent are girls in that same age group. The remaining 5 percent are adults,” he noted.
“By focusing on cats, my goal is to encourage more girls to read the first book in my new series, which may lead them to get interested in also reading the Totally Ninja Raccoons,” said Coolidge.
“At the same time, I want to give my current readers another exciting adventure series,” he said.
“The Cat Board is the international organization that is plotting against the Totally Ninja Raccoons and humanity,” said Coolidge.
“Cats love boxes. Boxes are important to commerce. Control the flow of cardboard and boxes and you control the world, or at least that’s the Cat Board’s plan. You might have suspected that cats want to take over the world, and now you know it’s true,” he laughed
“People often ask me where my ideas come from. It’s often hard to explain, but the new book is definitely influenced by my blue-collar background and my most recent experience of working in a box factory,” said Coolidge.
“I love writing and working in the bookstore, but the pandemic has been hard on retail. I went to work at the factory to help the bookstore through tough times. This idea came to me while I was there and I decided it was a perfect first book for the new series,” he said.
Coolidge is planning to write more Cat Board and Totally Ninja Raccoon stories. Readers don’t have to be familiar with the Totally Ninja Raccoons to enjoy the new series.
Signed, personalized copies of “The Cat Board and the Cardboard Caper” can be ordered now in advance of its publication by calling From My Shelf Books & Gifts at 570-724-5793. Copies can also be reserved in-person by stopping in at Coolidge’s bookstore at 7 East Avenue in Wellsboro.
The Hamilton-Gibson Children and Youth Choirs 2022 Poinsettia Sale is now underway and will end on Monday, Nov. 21, which is the last day orders will be taken.
Proceeds will benefit the members of the three Hamilton-Gibson choirs. They include: Choir, Too students in grades 2-4, Children’s Concert Choir youth in grades 5-8, and Young Women’s and Young Men’s Ensemble students in grades 9-12. Involved second through twelfth grade singers attend public, or private schools throughout Tioga County or are homeschooled.
Profits from the sale will be credited to each singer’s account. Those who would like to designate a singer are asked to do so with their order; otherwise Hamilton-Gibson will use those undesignated sales for singers who are in most need of financial support.
Members of the two older choirs will use their funds to help pay for their three-day trip in May 2023. They will be singing at the Flight 93 National Memorial in Stony Creek Township, Somerset Countyand at other sites in and around Pittsburgh.
The poinsettias come in a choice of red or white in two different sized pots. A 6.5-inch pot of poinsettias (one plant) is $15 and an 8-inch pot (three plants) is $20. A “Welcome Christmas” planter with evergreens and pinecones is $25.
The poinsettia and planter orders will be available for pick-up at the Warehouse Theatre at 3 Central Avenue in Wellsboro on Wednesday, Nov. 29.
To place an order online and pay, go to hgp.booktix.com. Scroll down to find the size and color of poinsettias and the Welcome Christmas planter and order.
Or, place an order by calling the Hamilton-Gibson office at 570-724-2079 or sending an email to hamgib@gmail.com, Attention Tara Gordon. The person ordering is asked to provide his or her name, phone number and email address and send a check with “Poinsettia” on the check memo line for the total amount of the order to the Hamilton-Gibson Children and Youth Choirs, 29 Water Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901.
Families whose children are interested in joining HG’s choral program, are welcome to call the Hamilton-Gibson Children and Youth Choirs at 570-724-2079 or email hamgib@gmail.com.
On 11/11/2022 at 10:50pm the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office was notified that an ATV had been washed away in the flood waters along the Allegheny River near Old Route 17.
At that time the operator of the ATV was able to make it out of the water safely, but had become separated from his passenger. The identity of the passenger was unknown to the driver, and was known to him only as “Matt from Jamestown”.
It is believed the passenger was a white male, possibly in his 40’s, first name of Matt, from Jamestown, NY and possibly drove a tan truck. It is unknown if he was able to get out of the water and make it back to safety.
The Sheriff’s Office is seeking help from anyone that may know the identity of this male, who may have been in the Salamanca area that night, so that we may be able to confirm that he made it out safely.
Anyone with any information, please CALL the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office by phone at 716-938-9191.
At 10:30 PM on Friday, there are multiple road closures in Cattaraugus County from flooding. Route 16 is closed in the Town of Ischua. Other routes also have water over the roads. Best to delay travel until daylight. Fire stations have been activated for flooded basements in many locations.
SINNAMAHONING, Pa.—John S. Wilson, 87, a longtime resident of Sinnamahoning, PA passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2022, in UPMC Cole Place, Coudersport, after a long illness.
Born on Sunday, March 3, 1935 in Ickesburg, he was a son of Charles and Matilda Sweiger Wilson. On July 26, 1979 in Emporium, he married Arveta R. “Cookie” Kepler, who survives.
John honorably served in the US Navy, serving at the Brooklyn Navy Yard where he chauffeured the Senior Captain. He also served on a Naval survey ship, the San Pablo USS AGS 30.
He was employed for many years at Bethlehem Steel Corporation until retiring due to injuries he received on the job in Steelton.
In his younger years, John enjoyed hunting and fishing. In his later years, he and his wife enjoyed watching eagles and song birds.Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 43 years; a daughter, Colleen Klepak of Miami, Florida; twin grandsons, Dimitri Klepak of Miami, Florida and Yanni Klepak of Tallahassee, Florida; several nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews, including Bernie (Sandy) Kepler of Annville and Amy (Shawn) Zimmerman of Kersey; and a brother-in-law, Charles (Peg) Kepler. Jr. of Leesburg, Florida.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by six siblings.
In keeping with John’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Teacher’s Pet Rescue, 19 Blackberry Lane, Coudersport, PA 16915 or to Elk County Humane Society, 1029 East Eschbach Road, St. Marys, PA 15857.
John’s wife 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, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Marjorie H. Woods, 93, of 232 South Kendall Avenue, Bradford, PA passed away Thursday, November 10, 2022, surrounded by her family, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Larry E. CADY, 82, of Maryville, MO, formerly of Port Allegany, PA, passed away Friday, October 21, 2022 in Parkdale Manor due to complications of dementia.
A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, November 12, 2022 at the Gold Church, 2402 SR 49 W, Ulysses, PA. Rev. Cameron Cowburn will officiate. Military Rites will be accorded by members of the Potter County Honor Guard.
Memorials may be made to Gold Church, 2402 SR 49 W, Ulysses, PA 16948. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfosut.com.
Olean General Hospital facilities department employees pose in the newly renovated Interventional Cath Lab.
Olean, NY – Olean General Hospital (OGH) is set to reopen the Interventional Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, “cath lab,” after a five-week hiatus due to renovations and upgrades. OGH now has the state-of-the-art Siemens Artis Icono Lab that will continue to allow the cardiology team to continue to provide full comprehensive cardiology services to the region.
Since 2013, the cath lab at OGH has performed nearly 5,000 cardiac catheterizations and treated over 700 heart attack (STEMI) patients with excellent outcomes. Led by Dr. Christopher Mallavarapu, a world-class interventional cardiologist, the cardiology team provides comprehensive care that ranges from treatments as simple as lifestyle changes to performing pacemaker and defibrillator implants right here in the community.
“We are pleased to continue to provide advanced cardiac procedures close to home,” said Christopher Mallavarapu, MD, FACC, FASCAI, medical director, cardiology. “With this new technology and experienced team of cardiologists, clinical and non-clinical staff, the community is in great hands for cardiac care!”
The team of cardiologists include Dr. Mallavarapu, Christopher Michaeles, MD both local community members along with Gates Vascular Institute (GVI) interventional cardiologists, Vijay Iyer, MD, Kishor Phadke, MD, Selvakumar Chockalingam, MD, and cardiac electrophysiologists, Chee Hoon Kim, MD and Donald Switzer, MD.
“This team performs life-saving procedures every day,” said Dr. Mallavarapu. “Having the service, technology, and accessibility are very important to effectively treat patients with heart diseases. The community is fortunate to have a hospital that offers these services in such a rural region. The accessibility alone increases the patient’s chances of a positive outcome because every minute counts.”
Though Olean boasts a population around 14,000, 1% of all heart attacks in New York State are treated at Olean General Hospital. The newly enhanced cath lab will allow the cardiology team at OGH to continue to treat these cardiac patients for years to come.
The American Heart Association (AHA) sets guidelines for cardiology cases to ensure that patients receive timely cardiac care because “time is muscle.” The cardiology team at OGH has continued to surpass these metrics since its inception in 2013.
The AHA sets a 90-minute threshold that starts upon entering a facility to receiving the procedure, also known as the door to balloon time. The OGH team’s average is 60 minutes for the door to balloon. Another guideline set by the AHA is a 120-minute threshold with transfers from other hospitals — door to door to balloon. OGH averages 96 minutes for door to door to balloon metrics, besting the AHA threshold by 24 minutes.
The last metric that AHA sets is 90 minutes from first medical contact to balloon meaning from first contact by emergency medical services (EMS) to the patient receiving the procedure. OGH’s average is only 83.5 minutes. This average is most notable due to the increased transport times from home to the hospital in this rural region. The partnership and open communication with local EMS allows the OGH team to mobilize and be ready upon the patient arrival, bypassing the emergency room and the patient being transported directly to the cath lab for immediate treatment.
The OGH cardiac cath lab has been recognized multiple times by the American Heart Association’s Mission Life Line for performance and last awarded the silver plus distinction. Olean General Hospital was also recognized in the 2022 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” American College of Cardiology for implementing high standards of care and protocols for patients.
The lab is operated in partnership between Olean General Hospital and Kaleida Health’s Gates Vascular Institute in Buffalo, the largest provider of cardiac services in Upstate New York. Olean General Hospital is the only hospital in Southwestern New York to offer advanced cardiac care, including interventional cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology, in partnership with Buffalo General Medical Center/Gates Vascular Institute. OGH is a designated heart attack receiving center and an accredited stroke center.
“This project wouldn’t have been possible without the help from the OGH Foundation, its board members, and the community,” said Jill Owens, MD, president, BRMC, OGH. “We can’t thank everyone enough for their commitment to understanding the needs and the importance of having quality healthcare in this region.”
Dianne E. McFall, 74, of King Street, Eldred, PA passed surrounded by her family on Thursday, (November 10, 2022) at the Olean General Hospital.
Born on October 6, 1948 she was the daughter of William K. and Rhea Bradford McCauley.
Diane was a 1966 graduate of Otto Eldred Schools. She had worked for 15 years as a secretary for the First Presbyterian Church, and then Cutco- Vector Marketing.
Dianne loved to cook and bake with her great grandchildren, riding in her best friend Wayne Nolff’s convertible wearing her sun hat and glasses. She also enjoyed the time she spent on the bowling league, teaching swim classes at the Bradford YMCA, and her poker nights with her close friends. Dianne loved all the Holidays, even the smallest she would decorate her whole house for them all. She enjoyed Sunday Fundays with her whole family and especially she had a love for everyone that was unmeasurable.
Surviving is one Son; Mik (Beth Dunson) Foster of Phoenix, Az., one Daughter; Crystal (Robert) Harris of Eldred, one Step Son; Brandon McFall of Port Allegany, one Sister; Pat (Don) Tyler of Coryville, three Grand Children; Antrika (Ricky) Camejo of Bradford, Michael (Haylee Hathaway) Updegrove of Bradford, and Zoe Updegrove of Bradford, three Great Grand Children; Maya Hathaway, Amani and Avari Camejo.
She was preceded in death by one Great Grandson Deandre Brooks and her parents.
Following Dianne’s wishes, there will be no services at this time.
At 3:10 PM on Friday, Blossburg & Liberty Fire & EMS dispatched to Rt. 15 Northbound, 1 mile north of gravel pit, for a vehicle in the median. No injuries.
“loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather”
Robert W. “Bob” Brewer, 91, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away with his loving family by his side on Thursday, November 10, 2022, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a long illness.
Born on Tuesday, April 21, 1931 in Wyalusing, he was a son of Robert J. and Sarah L. Foster Brewer. On April 24, 1948 in Portville, N.Y., he married Laura M. McKeel, who passed away on January 31, 2009.
Bob was employed at the former Dresser-Rand in Olean, N.Y., first as a machinist and later as an inspector. He retired after 42 years of service.
He enjoyed fishing and wintering in Florida with his wife, Laura. His greatest love was his family.
Left to cherish his memory are two daughters, Susan A. (Victor) Safford of Port Allegany and Terri M. VanWhy of Shinglehouse; a son, Robert A. (Maureen) Brewer of Bolivar, N.Y.; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter; a sister, Sue (Don) Faulkner; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and wife, Bob was predeceased by a son, Steven Brewer; four grandchildren, Valorie S. Safford, Victor R. Safford, Chad M. Brewer, and Steven William Brewer; and four siblings, Francis “Bud” Brewer, Anne Ferris, Barbara Stevens, and Marie Woodward.
Family and friends may call from noon to 1pm on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, 118 South Union Street, Shinglehouse, where funeral services will follow at 1pm. Burial will be in Wells Cemetery, Little Genesee, N.Y.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Association, PO Box 98, Shinglehouse, PA 16748.
Bob’s family 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 Bob, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Thomas L. Brown, 81, of Route 446, Eldred, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, (November 10, 2022) at the Olean General Hospital.
Born on July 16, 1941 he was the son of Julius and Dorothy Trask Brown. On February 13, 1965 at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, he married Joan Welch, who survives.
Thomas was a 1961 graduate of Otto Eldred School, and then went on to serve in the U.S. Air Force. He was formerly employed by Quaker State prior to becoming disabled.
He enjoyed hunting, his local High School Sports, camping, his jeep and most recently helping out, and working with his grandson at DB Cattle Company in Eldred.
Surviving are two sons; Steve (Vicki) Brown of Eldred, and Matthew (Shannon) Brown of Eldred, One daughter; Rene Smith of Eldred, One brother; Joe Brown of Eldred, 6 grandchildren; Deric (Marklyn) Brown of Smethport, Jordan Brown of Eldred, Katelyn Brown of Eldred, Ashley Brown of Olean, NY., Kylee Gross of Erie, PA., Zander Smith of Cheyenne, WY., and one great grandson Rhett Farrell.
Preceding him in death are two brothers; Manley and Charles Brown, two Sisters; Jane North and Donna Brown.
Friends may call on Sunday (November 13, 2022) from 2 to 4pm at the Frame Funeral Home, Eldred with services immediately following with Rev. Max Simms officiating.
Carl J. DeStefano, 90, of Warren PA, died on Wednesday November 9, 2022, at Northern Lakes Nursing and Rehab Center, Angola, Indiana, where he was since his prolonged illness.
Carl was born on March 22, 1932, in Warren, PA, the son of the late Samuel and Lena Guiffre DeStefano. He graduated from Warren Area High School. Carl was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during the Korean War. He was a life member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Warren. Carl retired from Osram Sylvania as a mold maker, with over 30 years of service and took great pride in his work. He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren.
He married Mary Joan Nordstrom on September 10, 1955, in St. Joseph R.C. Church, they spent 53 loving years together before she passed in 2008.
Carl is survived by his children, David DeStefano and wife, Lisa of Angola, Indiana, D’ Ann Main and husband, Jeffrey of Warren, PA; grandchildren, Mike DeStefano, Samuel DeStefano, Bryan Hossman, Casey Main, Jeremy Main, Daniel DeStefano II, and Andrea DeStefano; great grandchildren, Nathan, Ashlynn, Brantley, and Matthew.
In addition to his parents, and wife, Carl was preceded in death by his oldest son, Daniel J. DeStefano.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday November 16, 2022, at 1:00 pm in St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. West, Warren PA, with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, pastor, officiating. Private Entombment and military honors will be in the Mausoleum of the Ascension in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery. There will be no viewing or visitation. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made through St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania West, Warren PA 16365. Email condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
