Robert W. “Bob” Brewer, 91, of Shinglehouse, PA
“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
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
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.
Hudnell W. Caldwell, Jr., 88, Cleveland, TN; Formerly Johnsonburg, PA
Hudnell W. Caldwell, Jr., 88, passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home in Cleveland, TN with family by his side on Friday, November 4, 2022. He was born January 28, 1934 in Johnsonburg, PA, a son of the late Hudnell Sr. and Daisy Delong. On April 23, 1955 he married the “love of his life” – Shirley Dagustine who preceded him in death August 29, 2019.
Hud graduated from Johnsonburg High School with the Class of 1952. He later went on to work as a self-employed contractor throughout the Elk County Area. Throughout his years he was actively involved in his community serving on the Johnsonburg School Board, Johnsonburg Borough Council, where he also served a term as Council President, and Johnsonburg Water Authority. He was also an active member of the Johnsonburg United Methodist Church, Johnsonburg Elks Club, Wilcox Sportsmen and Wilcox Legion.
One of his passions was his membership as a Mason in the James W. Brown Lodge 675. He became a Master Mason on January 14, 1957 and went on to serve as Worshipful Master several times over the years. In 2017 he proudly received his 60 year pin for masonic service. He also was a member of Shriner’s International where he held a lifetime membership with the Zem Zem Shriners of Erie, PA.
Hud is survived by three children, Lori, Mrs. Paul Ingraham of Cleveland, TN; Hudnell Caldwell, III, and wife Denise of Scottdale, PA; and Troy Caldwell and wife Kerrianne of Pleasanton, CA; ten grandchildren, Zachary Ingraham (wife Megan), Jordan Ingraham (wife Alisha), Eric Ingraham, Sara Kaczynski (husband Michael), Samantha Dvorchak (husband Luke), Bethany Ebert (husband Brian), Hudnell Caldwell IV (wife Christina), Taylor Caldwell, Nicholas Caldwell, and Grace Caldwell; two great grandchildren, Wesley Kaczynski and Chase Dvorchak; a brother Mark Caldwell of Rantoul, IL, and two sisters, Dawn Rovnak of Fort Collins, CO, and Thyra Caldwell of Littleton, CO.
He was proceeded in death by sisters; Margie Rogers, Anna Mae Lorigan and Emma Lou Piccirillo and brother Alfred Caldwell.
Funeral services will be held at the United Methodist Church, 5 Clarion Rd, Johnsonburg, PA on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at 11:00 am. Interment will take place at the Holy Rosary Cemetery.
Friends will be received at the Anthony F. Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg, PA on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 from 2:00 – 8:00 pm. A Masonic service will be held @ 7:45 pm.
If desired, memorial contributions can be made to the United Methodist Church – 5 Clarion Rd, Johnsonburg, PA, Shriner’s Hospital – 1645 West 8th Street, Erie, PA 16505 or the charity of one’s choice.
Potter County Farmers Market Moves Indoors on Saturdays in November
All of November through the week before Christmas, the Potter County Farmers Market will move indoors to the Riley Gallery, next to the Crittenden, on Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The next market will be this Saturday, November 12th. Here is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
CARD CREEK BAKERY will be at the Fall Farmers Market on Saturday. We will have cheese garlic, rye, cinnamon and many seeded bread. A selection of several kinds of sweet treats will be available. If there is something special you would like this week or in the future please let me know. netrabaker@hughes.net. 814-544-7313
ALPACA CREATIONS will be bringing new and beautiful hand knit alpaca apparel. There will be a large variety and sizes of alpaca socks. Time to also think about your winter projects using roving for felting and yarns for knitting socks. Dryer balls and an assortment of other alpaca items products. Accepting credit. 814-601-0049 for special orders.
BLACK CATS AND PAPERCRAFTS is planning on being there with charms, quilled paper light boxes, wall hangings, wind chimes, hair accessories and an assortment of other things made from paper. Now introducing the Catcula Photo Booth. For more information, or to make a custom order contact Leon at blackcatsandpapercrafts@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page to see sneak peeks of the new things we’re making at https://facebook.com/@blackcatsandpapercrafts
CARING CRAFTS will be attending this week’s market! We will be bringing our homemade wreaths, hand sewn travel pillows, plastic canvas ornaments/magnets and scrabble word letter ornaments ! Hope to see everyone there! We accept cash payments! Like us on Facebook
ME AND MY BOYS SOAP will be there on Saturday with soap bars, shampoo bars, lotions, and bath bombs. We do have some bath bomb gift sets put together for you holiday needs. We accept cash or card payments. For more information contact us at meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page.
Wellsboro Dispatched to 3 Vehicle Crash on Tioga Street
At 11:57 AM on Friday, Wellsboro Fire & EMS have been dispatched to 397 Tioga Street for a 3 vehicle crash with possible confinement & multiple injuries. Roadway is partially blocked. One vehicle is on its side in the ditch. Mansfield Ambulance also dispatched. Two injuries are confirmed.
Changes In Time
By Pastor B.J. Knefley
It’s that time of year again. Leaves are falling and it’s getting colder. Our days are getting shorter and shorter. Soon it will be snowing. In fact, even while I write this, I’m aware of a winter advisory for the area that I grew up in.
Falling leaves represent many things to many people. For me it’s time to put the summer activities away and to prepare for winter. The snow blower gets checked out, the lawn mowers are put away, air conditioners are removed and stored, and of course the raking of leaves begins. At a previous house that was a full two-day chore or more. I have a 5×9 foot trailer with 2-foot sides and I pack it full. The riding mower mulches what’s left over. I also have a walk behind vacuum that does a great job but if there are a lot of leaves, I’m emptying the bag every other pass, and that’s not fun.
The natural seasons are each unique. To each season there are positive and negatives, but try as we might, they come, and they go regardless of our thoughts about them. The truth be known there are things I like about each of them. The seasons of life are similar in that they come as they are supposed to. The writer of Ecclesiastes states, “There is a time to be born and a time to die. A time to plant and a time to harvest.” The seasons of life and the natural seasons are not going away. Perhaps the question we all must ask isn’t about what but rather how. How am I going to deal with the changes that are coming. Am I willing to embrace them as part of life’s many challenges and roll with them, or am I going to buck and complain at every turn?
We find that there are two different things that people do when faced with the challenges of life. They either react or respond. Those that react often create more problems for themselves because they don’t think through their actions. Those that respond create less drama and tend to have a greater sense of peace through the journey. Both natural and life seasons come and go. The journey will be affected by our reactions or our responses. We have a choice in either case.
Think about it.
Centerville, NY man arrested for multiple gun charges after menacing Troopers
On November 10, 2022, Trooper out of SP Amity arrested Jacob J. McCowen, 39 of Centerville, NY for Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd degree- loaded firearm (C Felony), Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd degree- 5 or more firearms (C Felony), Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd degree- Assault Rifle- 5 counts (D Felony), Criminal Possession of Stolen Property 4th degree (E Felony), Endangering the Welfare of a Child- 5 counts, Menacing 2nd degree 2 counts, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition Feeding Devices- 26 counts, Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th degree, Obstructing Governmental Administration 2nd degree.
On November 9, 2022, at 10:19 P.M., Troopers out of SP Amity responded to Findlay Road in the town of Centerville, NY for a domestic dispute. Troopers attempted to make contact McCowen in the residence and he menaced them with a firearm. McCowen barricaded himself in the residence with other occupants. Troopers were assisted by NYSP Hostage Negotiators, Special Operations Response Team and the Bureau of Criminal Investigation throughout the night. At approximately 6:25 A.M., McCowen walked out of the residence and attempted to leave in his vehicle. McCowen was taken into custody without incident. Numerous firearms and possible explosive devices were recovered from the residence. McCowen was transported to SP Amity for processing.
McCowen was arraigned at the Town of Hume Court and remanded to the Allegany County Jail on $25k bail.
PA Permit Violations Issued to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Middlebury Twp, Tioga County
| PA Permit Violation Issued to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Middlebury Twp, Tioga County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 11/08/2022 to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Middlebury Twp, Tioga county. CSL 402(b) – POTENTIAL POLLUTION – Conducting an activity regulated by a permit issued pursuant to Section 402 of The Clean Streams Law to prevent the potential of pollution to waters of the Commonwealth without a permit or contrary to a permit issued under that authority by the Department. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2022-11-08 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
| PA Permit Violation Issued to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Middlebury Twp, Tioga County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 11/08/2022 to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Middlebury Twp, Tioga county. 78a56(a) – TEMPORARY STORAGE – Operator failed to contain regulated substances and wastes used at or generated at a well site in a tank, series of tanks or other storage structures approved by the Department. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2022-11-08 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
| PA Permit Violation Issued to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Middlebury Twp, Tioga County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 11/08/2022 to SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC in Middlebury Twp, Tioga county. SWMA 301 – MANAGEMENT OF RESIDUAL WASTE – Person operated a residual waste processing or disposal facility without obtaining a permit for such facility from DEP. Person stored, transported, processed, or disposed of residual waste inconsistent with or unauthorized by the rules and regulations of DEP. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2022-11-08 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Statement by Austin Davis, Lieutenant Governor-Elect of Pennsylvania
James, this is a special moment — a historic moment — because Pennsylvania chose unity over division, love over hate, progress over extremism. Pennsylvania chose to elect the first Black Lieutenant Governor in our Commonwealth’s history.
And I am humbled.
From the bottom of my heart — thank you. I can’t even put into words what this moment means — and the message this sends to millions — throughout Pennsylvania and this nation.
Throughout this campaign, I’ve crisscrossed this Commonwealth — and it’s been an honor to meet and to listen to Pennsylvanians in rural, urban, and suburban communities — and in communities across our state that are too often left behind.
I saw people from all walks of life come together, from kids in North Philly and hard-working men and women in union halls, to church parishioners at Sunday masses and families at county fairs and picnics — no matter Republican, Democrat, or Independent — people came together, got off the sidelines, and made the choice to denounce hate and extremism and to unite behind a vision that would move Pennsylvania forward for everyone.
They chose to stand by leaders who they know will work for them, and put them first.
As the son of a union bus driver and a hairdresser, I know what it’s like to come from a family that oftentimes had to get creative to make ends meet.
It was because of a community that loved and cared for one another, a good public school and good teachers, and a union that allowed my father to make a living wage that allowed him to support our family, that a young Black kid from a small and old steel town too often overlooked by the powers in Washington and Harrisburg, was able to grow up to become the first Black legislator outside the city of Pittsburgh — and now the first Black Lieutenant Governor.
But this is more than just my moment — it’s so much larger than that.
This is a moment that defines us as a Commonwealth. That says to extremists, to those who sought to roll back women’s rights, LGBTQ+ rights, voting rights, and workers’ rights — to those who wanted to restrict our fundamental freedoms — that we won’t go back and we will never back down.
Most importantly, Pennsylvania has sent a message to young people across our Commonwealth — the next generation of leaders — that Pennsylvania will always be a place where all are welcomed and where all will have opportunities to succeed.
In the weeks leading up to this moment, I’ve thought a lot about my grandparents. One grandfather was a steel worker and the other was a railroad foreman for B&O railroad. Both of them came to Pennsylvania from the South to create a better life for our family, just like I’m sure many of your families.
I don’t think my grandparents ever imagined that their grandson would be elected to the second highest office in this Commonwealth, but they fought to make sure that I had that chance. That I had the right to vote and that when I walked into a room — that my voice would not only be respected, but heard. They ensured that I had the opportunity to chart my own path and that I could be standing on this stage with you all right now.
I often say the people closest to the pain should be closest to the power.
That’s why I have a message for all the hardworking families across our Commonwealth. I say to you, that you are not alone, that I hear you and understand your worries, because I’ve lived them, and that as your next Lieutenant Governor — I will be your champion.
I will make whatever sacrifices are needed — just like my grandparents did for me — to ensure that every child and family in this Commonwealth has opportunities to succeed — so that every generation that comes after can be better off than the one that came before.
Governor-Elect Josh Shapiro and I are going to create an economy that works for everyone, to help working-class folks struggling with inflation, to make sure people have more money in their pockets. To make sure our kids have good schools, and that our working families have more opportunities to succeed. And because of you, starting tonight — we get to work on making those things a reality.
Thank you.
Let’s get to work,
Austin Davis
Lieutenant Governor-Elect of Pennsylvania
PA GEN ENERGY CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Union Twp Township
| PA GEN ENERGY CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Union Twp Township |
| Description: PA GEN ENERGY CO LLC reports drilling started on 11/11/2022 at site SUSQ Huckleberry Pad D 2824 in Union Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2022-11-11 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
Joy E. Blauser, 83, of Ridgway, PA
Joy E. Blauser, 83, of Ridgway, PA died on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at Penn Highlands Elk following a lengthy illness.
She was born on October 13, 1939, in Driftwood, a daughter of the late Carl and Evangeline Coudriet Johnson.
Joy loved spending her days reading, doing crossword puzzles, and crocheting. Most of all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren, whom she adored.
She is survived by one son; Victor Blauser and his wife Christine of Ridgway, and by 2 grandchildren: Dustin and Michaela Blauser of Ridgway.
Funeral and Committal Services are being held privately by the family.
Burial will be in Huntley Cemetery in Driftwood.
Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolence may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com.
John S. Wilson, 87, a longtime resident of Sinnemahoning, PA
SINNEMAHONING, Pa.—John S. Wilson, 87, a longtime resident of Sinnemahoning, PA passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2022, in UPMC Cole Place, 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.
John C. Miller, 74, of Coudersport, PA
John C. Miller, 74, of Coudersport, PA passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2022, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
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.
Sandra L. “Sandy” (Mallory) Colegrove, age 83, of Wellsboro, PA, formerly of Altoona, PA
Sandra L. “Sandy” (Mallory) Colegrove, age 83, of Wellsboro, PA, formerly of Altoona, PA, died on Wednesday, November 9, 2022.
She was born on November 19, 1938 in Elmira, NY a daughter of the late Herbert and Dorothy (Woodworth) Mallory.
Sandy graduated from Troy High School and Elizabethtown College and attended St. Therese Catholic Church, Altoona, PA.
She was retired from Sears Department Store, enjoyed reading, word search puzzles, and was a Girl Scout Leader and 4 H Leader for many years. She participated in the Foster Grandparent Program at St. Therese Catholic School for many years where she was known as Grandma Sandy.
She is survived by a son: Chuck (Laurie) Colegrove of Little River, SC, two daughters: Mary (Ron) Minnick of Wellsboro, PA, Martha (Steven) Smith of Ephrata, PA, brother: Herbert (Lucille) Mallory of Marion, PA, grandchildren: Laurelin (Joseph) Accardo, Abby (Tyler) Welty, Nick (Alisa) Little, Mallory Colegrove, Gabby Colegrove, and two great grandchildren: Rowan Accardo, Avah Little.
Viewing will be held on Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 1 to 2 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm with Rev. Jacek Bialkowski officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 8th Ave., 16th Floor, New York, NY 10001.
Robert M. Wiesner, 86, of George Street, St. Marys, PA.
Robert M. Wiesner, 86, of George Street, St. Marys, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, November 10, 2022, following a brief illness.
He was born on February 5, 1936 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Emerson and Joan Frey Wiesner.
Bob was a member of St. Marys Church and had worked as a clerk at his family’s grocery store on George Street for many years. He liked to listen and communicate on Ham Radio with Peking China, and also enjoyed listening to the radio at home. He enjoyed a quiet evening studying astronomy, always enjoying the moon and stars. Bob was a simple man who took solace in spending time at his home and watching re-runs of Gunsmoke and Raw Hide. He could often be found playing his guitar and smoking his pipe, and will be fondly remembered as the “Bullshitter of George Street”.
He is survived by several dear friends; Mary Thorwart and her husband Ed of Ridgway, Gloria Lodes of St. Marys, and his longtime friend and caregiver; Philomena Sonpon of Philadelphia.
In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by a sister in infancy.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Robert M. Wiesner will be celebrated on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 11:00 AM at the St. Marys Church, 315 Church Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Fr. Thomas More Sikora, OSB, as celebrant.
Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 9:30-10:30 AM.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Elk County Catholic School System, 600 Maurus Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com