Gary Wayne Ayers, age 67, Grand Haven, MI
Gary Wayne Ayers, age 67, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023, in Grand Haven, MI.
He was born September 9, 1955, in Coudersport, PA, to Randall and Iva (Knowlton) Ayers and grew up with a family of 11 other siblings. He graduated from Oswayo Valley High School in 1973 and went on to Penn State University, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Ancient History. On August 9, 1995, he married Laura (Deater) Ayers.
Gary had a passion for history, especially ancient history. This passion also led to his enjoyment of researching his family ancestry, which was no easy feat with 11 other siblings. He was also an avid stamp and coin collector. Gary was proud to be a Nittany Lion and loved watching Penn State athletics. He was all too familiar with the chant, “We are… Penn State!” He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and uncle.
Gary will be dearly missed by his wife, Laura; son, Alex Ayers; stepson, Bryon (Casey) Ayers; grandchildren, Ayden, Jacob and Brecken Ayers; sisters, Shirley (Clayton) Watson, Delores (Michael) Broscious; brothers, William (Paula) Ayers, James Ayers, Ray (Terri VonHassel) Ayers. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Betty Nolan; and brothers, Gene Ayers, Joseph Ayers, Charles Ayers, Leland Ayers and Larry Ayers.
A CELEBRATION OF LIFE will be held this summer by the family. Gary will be laid to rest in his hometown, alongside other family members in the Ayers Hill Cemetery, in PA.
The VanZantwick Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services is honored to be serving the Ayers family. To share special memories with the family and sign the online guestbook, please visit www.sytsemafh.com.
Sizerville State Park Environmental Education Programs for the weekend of June 10th
Impromptus (Every Week):
- Friday evening – 7:30 PM – Park Info Walk
- You don’t even have to leave your campsite for this program! The park educator will be walking around the campground talking about camp safety, answering park questions, and handing out program flyers to all the campers!
- Saturday afternoon – 5:00 PM – Poolside Powwow
- Take a break from the pool, grab a snack or ice cream, and join the park educator for a short impromptu program. The topic will be revealed at the powwow, so come join us and see!
- Sunday morning – 10:00 AM – Campground Round-Up
- Join the park educator for one more program, game, or activity before heading home – be on the lookout for her walking around!
Program Title: Dragonflies & Damselflies
Date: Saturday, June 10th
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Location: Environmental Learning Center
Description: Do you know the difference between a dragonfly and a damselfly? If not, come to this program and find out! Short talk followed by a craft session to make and take home your very own dragonfly!
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Program Title: Film in the Forest: Raptor Force
Date: Saturday, June 10th
Time: 8:00 – 9:30 PM
Location: Campground Amphitheater
Description: This program is going to highlight hawks, eagles, ospreys, and falcons, along with all their unique adaptations. Short talk followed by a movie afterwards – feel free to bring snacks and a blanket!
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Additional Information:
In case of thunder, lightning, or extreme weather conditions programs may be moved or cancelled.
If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park office at (814) 486-5605.
With a minimum of one week notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Additional programs and events can be found on the DCNR website by clicking on the Events tab or go to https://events.dcnr.pa.gov. For more information or questions about programs at Sizerville State Park, please contact the Environmental Learning Center at (814) 486-5609.
116th commencement of the Oswayo Valley High School June 2, 2023
OSWAYO VALLEY MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL
Shinglehouse, PA 16748
The 116th commencement of the Oswayo Valley High School was held on Friday, June 2, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the high school gymnasium. This year we were happy to graduate twenty-eight seniors.
The presentation of medals was made by Superintendent, Mr. Jed Hamberger. The Welcome Address was presented by Alexandria Bechelli, the recipient of the Third Honors Award. She is the daughter of John and Jade Bechelli of Shinglehouse, PA. Miss Bechelli will attend Jamestown Community College and major in Early Childhood Education.
The Commencement Address was given by Ella Malogrino, class valedictorian, daughter of Dale and Anita Norton of Shinglehouse, PA. Miss Malogrino will attend Slippery Rock University and major in Environmental Science.
Also giving a Commencement Address was class salutatorian, Jadyn Brabham, daughter of Eugene Brabham of Shinglehouse, PA and Crystal Pierce of Genesee, PA. Miss Brabham will attend State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota and major in Dental Hygiene.
Presentation of the class was made by Principal, Mr. Erich Zaun and diplomas were given to the students by Superintendent, Mr. Jed Hamberger and Board of Education Treasurer, Ms. Chloe Blauvelt.
Closing remarks were given by Sean McKean, Class President, son of Eric and Tricia McKean.
Music was provided by Mrs. Natalie Seely.
Awards and scholarships were announced by Monica Williams, School Counselor. Over $186,000 in scholarships sponsored by local organizations were made available to Oswayo Valley graduates.
The following students were awarded diplomas:
Titus J. Andress
Alexandria P. Bechelli
Cayden S. Black
Jadyn B. Brabham
Nathan R. Carpenter
Chris A. Clarke
Dillon H. Clarke
Liberty M. Enty
Nicholas V. Flamini
Makenzie T. Good
Zain M. Harvey
Tony J. Ingram
Victoria R. Johnson
Karielle D. Johnston
Avaree L. Kellert
Braeli N. Kinney
Aaron C. Leslie
Trinity F. Lundy
Ella M. Malogrino
Jillian H. Maurer
Sean E. McKean
Cheyenne A. Mehl
Allen M. Mertsock
Hayden D. Skiver
Lexie M. Stilson
Chase A. Whitman
John W. Wylie IV
Rachel I. Kurtz
Oswayo Valley Middle/High School Honor Roles Announced
June 2, 2023—SHINGLEHOUSE, PA. Mr. Erich Zaun, Principal, has announced that the following students, grades six through twelve, have been named to the Honor Roll for the fourth nine-week grading period at the Oswayo Valley Middle/High School. Students named to the High Honor Roll have maintained an average of 93% or above; while those on the Honor Roll have averaged 87% or above.
HIGH HONOR ROLL
GRADE 12: Alexandria Bechelli, Jadyn Brabham, Makenzie Good, Karielle Johnston, Avaree Kellert, Trinity Lundy, Ella Malogrino, Sean McKean, Lexie Stilson, John Wylie
GRADE 11: Nikolas Bonney, Khloe Carpenter, Olivia Cook, Hannah Cudzil, Madelynn Evingham, Maddison Gietler, Mallory Goodliff, Elexis Hagans, Alexis Kemp, Laci Miller-Geiger, Oai Linh Nguyen, Praylan Perkins, Lily Stedman, Holden Turek
GRADE 10: Charlotte Austin-Keech, Abram Cook, Layken Enty, Landon Flurschutz, Lauren Hedges, Sophia Komenda, Chloe Metcalf, Phinyaphat Senanooch, Madison Taylor, Rylee Thompson, Brooke Voorhees, Eva West
GRADE 9: Lucas Dickerson, Trevor Miller, John Mix, Soi Sang Nguyen, Rachel Rathbun, Mia Shaffer, Wynter Turek
GRADE 8: Elizabeth Freeman, Britany Louser, Sage McCleaft, Aubrey Resig, Dana Williams, Jenna Wylie
GRADE 7: Landon Enty, Bowen Taylor, Reese Thompson
GRADE 6: Lane West
HONOR ROLL
GRADE 12: Chris Clarke, Victoria Johnson, Jillian Maurer
GRADE 11: Naomi Mix
GRADE 10: Maddison Austin, Addison Bechelli, Jadyn Fleischman, MaKenna Manning, Shayden Mesler, Kael Parrish, Aidan Resig, Danielle Williams
GRADE 9: Braiden Bachand, Jude Colbey, KayLynn George, Luke Karr, Dain Lyons, Ridge Mesler, Kole Parrish, Lachlan Tabacheck
GRADE 8: Ella Bee, Travis Coriaty, Lillian Knowlton-Mesler
GRADE 7: Evalyn Abdo, Colden Bryant, Kaitlynn Costello, Olivia Fetzer, Makiah Jandrew, Triton Mascho, Porter Phillips, Jessica Pitts, Ainsley Tabacheck
GRADE 6: Joshua Hoffman, Rachael Long, Olivia Metcalf, David Mundt, Alec Resig, Heidi Schimp, Bella Smith, Kiley Torrence, Lyra West, Emily Wood
Senior Recognition Program at Oswayo Valley Middle/High School
Shinglehouse, PA 16748
June 3, 2023
Twenty-eight members of the Oswayo Valley Middle/High School Class of 2023 were recognized at the annual Senior Recognition Program Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at the middle/high school.
Special awards and scholarships were presented to selected seniors by representatives of several scholarship programs. Over $186,000 in scholarships sponsored by local organizations were made available to the Oswayo Valley graduates.
Scholarships and awards were presented to:
Alexandria Pearl Bechelli
Eureka Chapter#52 Order of the Eastern Star
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Music Boosters
OVTA Future Educator Scholarship
Sharon Lodge #598 F & AM
Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Company
Alternate for:
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 530
Jadyn Brooke Brabham Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Physical Education, sponsored by Oswayo Valley Support Staff
F. L. and Alice Donovan Memorial
Myrtle Gospel Tabernacle Scholarship
Major Lance Newton Memorial Scholarship
The Norton Scholarship Trust
OVTA Associate’s Degree Scholarship
Alternate for:
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 530
Son’s of the American Legion Post 530 (In honor of Wade Garland)
Sharon Lodge #598 F & AM
Chris Allen Clarke Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Learning Support, sponsored by Oswayo Valley Ministerium
Liberty Marie Enty Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Assoc.
Alternate for:
Eureka Chapter#52 Order of the Eastern Star
Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Company
Nicholas Victor Flamini The Norton Scholarship Trust
Makenzie Taylor Good Wendy Ann Dean Memorial Scholarship
Eureka Chapter#52-Order of the Eastern Star
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Senior Center
Oswayo Valley Sports Booster Scholarship
Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Assoc.
SYSBA Scholarship
Dr. & Allene Trushel Medical Scholarship
Alternate for:
Oswayo Valley Music Boosters
Zain Michael Harvey Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Technology Education, sponsored by Wayne Paving, Inc.
Oswayo Valley Support Staff Award
Tony Joseph Ingram Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Life Skills, sponsored by Ram Forest Products
Victoria Rose Johnson Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Art, sponsored by Cabin Fever Candles
Karielle Daniella Johnston American Legion Post 530 Auxiliary
Son’s of the American Legion Post 530 (In honor of Wade Garland)
Bob Dunsmore Memorial Scholarship
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Senior Center
OVTA Tech/Trade Degree Scholarship
Chris Shall Memorial
Charlotte Sutton Memorial Citizenship Award
Alternate for:
Oswayo Valley Music Boosters
Oswayo Valley Sports Booster Scholarship
Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Company
Avaree Lynn Kellert Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Social Studies, sponsored anonymously in the memory of Howard Gale
Bob Dunsmore Memorial Scholarship
Francis Hayward Memorial
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Senior Center
Dylan Pesock Memorial Scholarship
Alternate for:
Eureka Chapter#52 Order of the Eastern Star
Oswayo Valley Sports Booster Scholarship
Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Assoc.
Trinity Faith Lundy Christine Conner Memorial Scholarship
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Assoc.
Alternate for:
Denny Keech, Sr. Memorial
Myrtle Gospel Tabernacle Scholarship
Ella Madison Malogrino Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Science, sponsored anonymously
Academic Wall of Fame in the area of English, sponsored by Shinglehouse Shop N Save
Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Music, sponsored anonymously
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 530
Eureka Chapter#52 Order of the Eastern Star
Francis Hayward Memorial
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Music Boosters
Oswayo Valley Senior Center
OVTA Bachelor’s Degree Scholarship
Senior of the Year Award
Chris Shall Memorial
Sharon Lodge #598 F & AM
Jillian Helena Maurer Alternate for:
Eureka Chapter#52 Order of the Eastern Star
Sean Eric Ronald McKean F. L. and Alice Donovan Memorial
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Sports Booster Scholarship
Cheyenne Autumn Mehl The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Sports Booster Scholarship
Hayden Daniel Skiver Oswayo Valley Sports Booster Scholarship
Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Company
SYSBA Scholarship
Lexie McKay Stilson Academic Wall of Fame in the area of Math, sponsored by Oswayo Valley Administration
Denny Keech, Sr. Memorial
The Norton Scholarship Trust
Oswayo Valley Senior Center
Alternate for:
Wendy Ann Dean Memorial Scholarship
Sharon Lodge #598 F & AM
Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Assoc.
Stephen J. Ackerman, II, 35, of Bradford, PA
Stephen J. Ackerman, II, 35, of Bradford, PA passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Olean General Hospital.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Galeton World Wide Knitting in Public
Galeton’s 13th observance of World Wide Knitting in Public will be held in Centertown Park on June 10th from 10:00 until 1:30. On this day knitters from all over the world gather.
Regional and community members gather – knitters, crocheters, weavers, spinners, felters, and others, young and old, will gather in Centertown Park.
A 4-H Club will be demonstrating felting and the opportunity to try your hand at this satisfying craft.
Some fiber-related groups and regional shepherds will bring fleeces, yarn, and products come to show their wares, demonstrate their crafts, offer tempting items for sale. Accessories from local craftspersons will be offered.
Fur being spun from an angora rabbit is always an enticing event.
The Professional Bohemians will premier wonderful whimsical little sculptures.
Storytime for children: 11:00 A fun knitting/sheep read at the Library.
AND from 11 – 1:30 Eppie Bailey from Nashville and Steve Quelet from Philadelphia, singers and songwriters formerly part of Jakob’s Hollow, will entertain the gathering with their original music!
St. Marys Area United Way Awards Grant
Doug Bauer, Jim Ryan, Leah Whiteman, Dani Schneider, Doug Gaffey, & Jason Gabler
Elk County- Doug Gaffey, St. Marys Area United Way President; Jim Ryan, United Way Vice-President; Jason Gabler, United Way Corporate Campaign Chair; Doug Bauer, United Way Payroll Campaign Chair; and Leah Whiteman, United Way board member presented a $5,000 grant award to City of St. Marys Parks and Recreation Manager, Danielle Schneider. The funds were awarded to the City to assist in covering the costs of certification fees for the community pool lifeguards at Memorial Park.
The City of St. Marys Parks and Recreation are 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 funding 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.
Pastor Randy Headley Memorial Awards for Community Service Presented
The Pastor Randy Headley Memorial Awards for Community Service were presented to Kason Stake, grade 7, first time recipient; Lillianne Reed, grade 8, two-time recipient; Lily Madison, grade 10, two-year recipient; Alana Corey, two-time recipient and Miska Young, first time recipient, both juniors and Makayla Alcorn, three-time recipient; Thea Petruzzi, four-time recipient; and Mikya Stake, 4-time recipient, all seniors. Pastor Randy served the Port Allegany United Methodist Church and several others in the area. He loved serving his church and community and loved spending time with and supporting the youth of the community. The Pastor Randy Headley Memorial Award for Community Service is given to help keep his memory alive and to encourage more youth involvement in service to their school, community and churches.
Jean E. Barnyock, age 86, of Sabinsville PA
Jean E. Barnyock, age 86, of Sabinsville PA, (formerly of King of Prussia) passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.
Born November 22, 1936 in Norristown, PA, she was the daughter of the late Russell and Helen (Hertzler) Brown. Jean married William B. Barnyock and they shared 60 years together.
She is survived by her husband, William; two sons, Michael Barnyock of Gulph Mills, PA and Erick Huertas of Lancaster, PA; five grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren and her twin sister, Janet Teaford.
Per Jean’s wishes there will be no services.
Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield.
Trenton G. “Trenty” Miller, 7, of Ceres, PA
“beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousin”
Trenton G. “Trenty” Miller, 7, of Ceres, PA passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 3, 2023, in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, N.Y.
Born on Friday, August 14, 2015 in Olean, N.Y., he was a son of Kenneth G. and Kari L. Kinney Miller.
Trenty had just completed Second Grade at Oswayo Valley Elementary School in Shinglehouse. He was a typical little boy. He participated in Ninja class at G2 Gymnastics in Millport. His many loves included: camping with Nana and Papa, fishing, riding in golf carts, dirt bikes, swimming, riding his bicycle, playing video games with his brother, jumping and doing flips on the trampoline, and doing cartwheels. He also loved watching “Big Time Rush” having watched the whole series 22 times!!
An adventurous boy, he could actually climb the wall at his grandparent’s home. He loved sliding down the stair handrail. He also loved sitting on his dirt bike, revving his engine when motorcycles went past his home, giving them the motorcycle wave! He also loved playing with his friends, Blake and Harper. He loved spending time with his cousins, Maddie, Kohen, Lucas, Evy, Braxton, and Xander. He was their “Pied Piper”, they followed him everywhere!
Trenty wanted to be a Marine just like his Dad. He was adored by everyone for his beautiful blond curls. His light will shine in his family’s lives forever.
Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Ken and Kari; two sisters, Braeli N. Kinney and Anora L. Miller, both at home; a brother, Trevor C. Miller, at home; his maternal grandparents, Perry L. and Lisa R. Stannard Kinney of Ceres; his paternal grandparents, Toby A. and Lisa J. Kessler Miller of Ceres; his maternal great-grandparents, Bill and Patricia Kinney of Ceres; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Trenty was predeceased by his maternal great-grandparents, Donald and Mary Lou Stannard; his paternal great-grandparents, Donald Kessler, Joan Smith, and Richard and Joan Miller; and his aunt, Ashley Kinney.
Family and friends may call from 11am to 1pm on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at the Crosstown Alliance Church, Honeoye Street, Shinglehouse, where funeral services will be held at 1pm with Pastor Tim Taylor, officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Ceres.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Trenty’s name may be made to G2 Gymnastics, 2748 PA 44, Shinglehouse, PA 16748.
Trenty’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 Trenty, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Video Gamers & Gaming Design
Get ready to power up and level up your video game-design skills at our action-packed video game camp! Join us and discover the exciting world of gaming, from its fascinating history to the booming video game industry of today. During this immersive camp experience, students will have the chance to dive deep into the world of gaming and explore what it takes to create a real-life video game. Through interactive workshops, hands-on activities, and expert-led sessions, you’ll learn the essential skills needed to design, develop, and launch your own video game.
This camp, taught by Brent Bryant, CTC Networking Instructor, is for students entering grades 5 – 9. It is scheduled for Monday, June 26 through Thursday, June 29, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. in the Seneca Highlands CTC Networking Classroom. The cost is $20 per person. To register, visit www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 545-1333.
PA Permit Violations Issued
| PA Permit Violation Issued to FIRST AMER ENERGY INC in Bradford Twp, McKean County |
| Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 6/01/2023 to FIRST AMER ENERGY INC in Bradford Twp, McKean county. OGA3220(A) – PLUGGING REQUIREMENTS – Failure to plug the well upon abandoning it. |
| Incident Date/Time: 2023-06-01 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
Lois J. Duchi, 91, of Ridgway, PA.
Lois J. Duchi, 91, of Ridgway, died on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Pinecrest Manor after a lengthy illness.
She was born on November 30, 1931, in Brookville, a daughter of the late Samuel and Sara Nichols.
In 1949, she married the late Sylvio “Sib” Duchi, who preceded in death in 1978.
Lois was a lifelong resident of Ridgway and a graduate of Ridgway Centennial School Class of 1949. She worked many years at Market Basket and only stopped working to take care of her sister, Evy. Lois worked at Walmart until she was 89, when she retired due to failing health.
She is survived by 3 children: Lynn Duchi of Ridgway, Mike Duchi and his wife Rose of Ridgway, and Jeff Duchi of Johnsonburg. Grandma Lois will be missed by her many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a happy, loving, gentle soul who loved them so much. She was always ready with a warm hug. She will be loved and missed until the end of time. May she rest in peace and always be our special guardian angel.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a sister Evy Copella, 2 brothers: Bud and Ron Nichols.
Funeral Services for Lois J. Duchi will be held on Friday, June 9, 2023, at 11:00AM at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of service.
Burial will follow at Saint Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ridgway Ambulance.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Joan R. Cauley, a former resident of St. Marys, PA.
Joan R. Cauley, a former resident of St. Marys, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 in Hudson, MA. She was born December 28, 1930, in St. Marys, PA, the daughter of the late Steve and Catherine Ashworth Rupprecht. In 2021, Joan decided to move closer to most of her family so she could enjoy watching her great-grandchildren grow up.
Joan leaves behind her six children: Kathleen (James Wheeler) of Richmond, VA; John (Ellen) of Shirley, MA; Gerard (Luisa) of Hudson, MA; Thomas (Maureen) of Westford, MA; James (Adriana) of Hopkinton, NH; and Jennifer of Hudson, MA. In addition to her children, she leaves behind her beloved grand and great-grandchildren: Max and Sarah, CJ and Natalie and their daughter Nora, Matt and Terri and their kids Torri, Anthony, and Lincoln, Ashley and Chris and their kids Jamie and Emma, Jason and Kendal, Nick, Erin and her fiancé Greg, Tim, Tonko, and Kristof. Her sisters Kathryn Distler of St. Marys, PA and Roberta Ryan (Michael) of Spring Hill, FL also survive her.
Joan was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1948. On November 25, 1954, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, she married Bernard J. Cauley, who preceded her in death October 8, 1993. Joan stayed at home raising her kids and spoiling them with all of her homemade baked goods. In addition to baking, Joan spent her time crocheting afghans and hanging hand towels that she loved to gift to others. After the death of her husband, Joan spent many mornings doing water aerobics at the Country Club or Windfall Pines, attending daily mass at Queen of the World, and going to breakfast with the “breakfast bunch.”
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Michaels Parish in Hudson, MA on Monday, June 5, 2023 at 9:00 am.
A funeral service will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at 10:30 am, with the Rev. Jeffery Noble officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Saturday morning from 9:30 am until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Joan’s name to Queen of the World Church, 134 Queens Road, St. Marys, PA 15857 or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 200 Vesey St. 28th Floor, New York, NY 10281 http://www.jdrf.org .
Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Trenton G. “Trenty” Miller, 7, of Ceres, PA.
Trenton G. Miller “beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousin”
Trenton G. “Trenty” Miller, 7, of Ceres, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 3, 2023, in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, N.Y.
Family and friends may call from 11am to 1pm on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at the Crosstown Alliance Church, 120 East Honeoye Street, Shinglehouse, where funeral services will be held at 1pm with Pastor Tim Taylor, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Trenty’s name may be made to G2 Gymnastics, 2748 PA 44, Shinglehouse, PA 16748.
A complete obituary will follow.
Trenty’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 Trenty, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Anthony Joseph “Joe” Pellegrino, 90, of Sheffield, PA.
Anthony Joseph “Joe” Pellegrino, 90, of Sheffield, PA., died Saturday evening, June 3, 2023, at the John & Orpha Blair Hospice Home, Warren, PA., after a brief illness. He was born July 15, 1932, in Sheffield, PA. Joe was the son of Joseph and Isabelle Canito Pellegrino. He was a lifelong Sheffield resident. He was a 1952 graduate of Sheffield High School, where he was a talented football and basketball player. He had served with the U.S. Army as a Private First Class, serving as a quartermaster. He obtained the rifle marksman badge, all during the Korean War. He was very proud to have served his country.
He was employed for 40 years, with the former National Forge Company, as a machinist, retiring December 31, 1994. Joe was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church and was a former member of the Saint Joseph Cemetery Board of Directors. Joe was an avid hunter and fly fisherman. He loved attending any sport his son played, while in school, and was a member of the Sheffield Sports Boosters. He was one of five of the original members to start the Sheffield Rod & Gun Club and was a life member of the Sheffield Veterans of Foreign Wars Club.
Joe’s greatest joys in life, were his wife, children, grandchildren and his entire family. They were his life.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Maria F. Pellegrino, whom he married November 21, 1959, at Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, Warren, PA., 2 Children – Mary McLean and husband, Bruce of Grand Island, N.Y., Dan Pellegrino and wife, Diana of Warren, PA., 1 Sister – Catherine Kraft of Westfield, N.Y., 2 Nieces – Andrea Kraft of Westfield, N.Y., Marianne Pohl of Monroeville, PA., 1 Nephew – Thomas Scarcella of Warren, PA., 3 Grandchildren – Elizabeth McLean, Alisa Wagner (John), Nicholas Pellegrino, 1 Great Granddaughter, Isabelle Wagner.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Frank Scarcella, and sister, Mary Straneva.
There will be no visitation hours observed. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church, Saybrook, PA., with Fr. Stephen Schreiber, Pastor, and Fr. Richard Tomasone, Pastor of St. Joseph. R.C. Church, co-officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery, Warren, PA. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church, 7222 Route 6, Sheffield, PA. 16357. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA., has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Coudersport & Area Lions Have a Busy Weekend!
After a four year hiatus, mostly due to Covid, the Strawberry Festival made a comeback on Friday June 3rd! Lions once again set up their tent and tables to serve strawberries biscuits and ice cream! The homemade biscuits and frozen berries were purchased from KayTees and the delicious vanilla ice cream was generously donated by Hershey’s, who once again supported a Lions activity involving ice cream! Over 70 servings were doled out by Lion Volunteers.
In another volunteer effort, Lions manned a water station at mile marker 11 for the Marathon. Battling the heat, they handed out much needed water to the runners. One more thing, the recycling center was also open and manned by a Lion!
