Wellsville, Scio Dispatched For Crash on RT. 417
At 6:04 PM on Friday, Wellsville & Scio Fire Dept. & ambulances have been dispatched to a 2 vehicle crash on Rt. 417, west of Miller Road. One patient is reported unresponsive. Reported to be a head-on crash.
Allentown dispatched to close Route 417 at County Road 18. Wellsville to close 417 at Miller Road.
2 helicopters requested for two trauma patients.
Weekly Roundup by PA Dept. of Agriculture
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  Governor Shapiro, Little Leaf Farms Announce Grand Opening of Pennsylvania’s Largest Indoor-Grown Leafy Greens Production Facility in Carbon County Governor Josh Shapiro joined Little Leaf Farms to announce the grand opening of the Commonwealth’s largest indoor-grown leafy greens production facility in McAdoo this fall. As part of its expansion, Little Leaf Farms – which produces packaged lettuce sustainably grown through controlled environment agriculture – will grow its presence in Carbon County and open its second facility in Pennsylvania.Little Leaf Farms already owns 180 acres in McAdoo and opened its first 10-acre greenhouse in July 2022. The additional capacity of 10 acres in its expansion will allow Little Leaf Farms to increase its retail presence to nearly 5,000 grocery stores, making its fresh greens available at most major retailers from the Midwest to the Southeast, and employ nearly 170 Pennsylvania workers by the end of 2023. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has supported this growth with $3.5 million in Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants.RecapSee More |
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 Shapiro Administration Convenes New Food Policy Council To Coordinate Strategic Solutions To Increase Food Security And Access The Shapiro Administration held the first meeting of the PA Food Policy Council, to evaluate and implement strategic, commonsense solutions to critical challenges facing Pennsylvania’s food system. The council, comprised of heads of eight state agencies and leaders 16 private-sector organizations, brings diverse expertise and perspectives from across the state together to work collaboratively to improve food and nutrition security, public health, environmental sustainability, local food systems, and to reduce food waste.Read More |
| Shapiro Administration Awards $1 Million To Projects To Educate And Engage Youth And Adults In Improving The Environment In Their Communities The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) awarded over $1 million in Environmental Education Grants to 73 projects that will engage youth and adults in improving water quality and climate change resiliency in their communities. Fifty-five projects will serve environmental justice communities.Read More |
 Governor Shapiro Highlights Universal Free Breakfast Proposal for Pennsylvania Students in Visit to Montgomery County Elementary School The Governor’s budget proposes a $38.5 million increase to provide universal free breakfast for 1.7 million Pennsylvania kids and extends the Free School Breakfast Program that has served more than 23 million students since its creation Governor Josh Shapiro and Acting Secretary of Education Dr. Khalid N. Mumin highlighted the importance of providing free and nutritious breakfast to Pennsylvania students in a visit to Colonial Elementary School in Montgomery County. Governor Shapiro’s first budget proposes $38.5 million to provide universal free breakfast to all Pennsylvania students – regardless of income – through the Free School Breakfast Program and to cover the cost of lunch for 22,000 school students whose families earn less than 185 percent of the federal poverty level. Since its implementation, the program has served more than 23 million breakfasts to students across the Commonwealth.See More |
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 The Allegheny Hardwood Utilization Group (AHUG) held their annual dinner in Kersey, PA. During the evening, Secretary Redding discussed the commitment of the Department of Agriculture to the hardwood sector and its importance to the state’s economy.See More |
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 Beef Your Way Through PA! It’s June and you know what that means? Summer grilling is underway and while we still encourage you to fire up your grill, we also invite you to get out and support local restaurants throughout Pennsylvania. The Beef Your Way Through PA passport, funded by Pennsylvania beef producers through the Beef Checkoff, features over 35 Pennsylvania restaurants across the state that serve outstanding beef. The free beef passport program urges participants to visit the featured locations through September 4, 2023, where they can order beef menu items and earn points towards prizes by checking in via the app. Participants with at least one stamp/check-in will be eligible for the grand prize of a Pit Boss Grill. The program is designed to highlight Pennsylvania’s beef industry while helping to support local restaurants and drive beef demand throughout the state in an easy, mobile-friendly way.Learn More |
 Prevent Spotted Lanternfly From Spreading: A Checklist for Travelers This invasive and destructive pest threatens Pennsylvania’s agricultural commodities and trade, has a healthy appetite for our plants, and can be a significant nuisance to our quality of life and enjoyment of the outdoors. Use this checklist to help stop the invasion!Checklist |
| JumpStart – Investing In Your SuccessTake the First Step and Apply to Win $10,000 Are you looking for grant funds to start or grow your farming business? Horizon Farm Credit is hosting the second annual JumpStart grant program for beginning farmers. The JumpStart grant program is an annual grant designed to support the growth of the next generation of farmers and facilitate their entry into farming. Applying is as easy as submitting your Business Plan, completing our free Ag Biz Basics course and submitting your application! Applications will be accepted until July 31, 2023 at 4 pm EST.Learn More |
Port Allegany High School recognizes Student-Athletes of the Month
Port Allegany High School recognizes a Student-Athlete of the Month each month of the school year. Using the following selection criteria, the coaching staff of each varsity sport nominates one individual each month. A Faculty Committee selects a winner from the pool of nominees based on this selection criteria: academics, citizenship, sportsmanship (respecting coaches, officials, opponents, teammates); commitment (toward practices, games and continued improvement); honesty (playing by rules, character); positive attitude and enthusiasm for their sport both on and off the field/court; toughness (both mental and physical); focus and discipline; and perseverance (overcoming challenges).
The 2022-2023 Student Athletes of the Month are pictured (front row, left to right) Noah Archer and Evin Stauffer (December); Drew Evens and Madison Fillhart (April); Thea Petruzzi and Levi Wilfong (November); Olivia Schott and Kaden Price (October); (back row) Brielle Budd and Blaine Moses (September); Lily Madison and Miska Young (January); Braylon Button and Ella Moses (February) Jett Ruding and Maya Kephart (May) and Lilly Babcock and Carson Neely (March).
It should be noted that the Student-Athlete of the Month may not merely be the “star” player, but rather a team member who sets a good example for others and exhibits the greatest all around attributes of leadership, character and teamwork.
Capitol Update by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint)
 FacebookWebsiteBioLatest NewsState FormsPhoto GalleryContactCapitol Update Friday, June 2, 2023The latest news from the State Capitol You are welcome to contact me through this link. Regional ATV Connector Pilot Opens For 2023 Season with New Routes  The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) announced last week the opening of the ATV Regional Trail Connector Pilot for the 2023 riding season, which continues through Sept. 24. The 2023 pilot includes more than 400 miles of township roads, 163 miles of state forest roads and trails, and 33 miles of PennDOT-administered roads. New connections for this year’s pilot include: • Cross Fork to Whiskey Springs ATV Trail. • Cross Fork to North Bend. • Black Forest to Haneyville. A printable version of the trail map is available here. Permits are required and available for in-person sales at Sproul, Susquehannock, Tiadaghton, or Tioga state forest district offices. District office hours are subject to change throughout the riding season. Please check online or call for office hours. This year’s ATV Regional Trail Connector Program is the last season for the program to exist in its pilot phase. DCNR is evaluating the effectiveness of the special permit; the adequacy of funding for continued operation of the trail; and the need for additional education, outreach and trail marketing. DCNR is gathering public input on the pilot through a variety of methods, including webinars, surveys, comment cards, public meetings, and advisory committees. To comment on the ATV Regional Trail Connector Pilot, please send an email to: RA-NR-ATV-Pilot@pa.gov. Visit DCNR’s website for more information about ATV riding opportunities in state forests. Support for Emergency Responders Key to Public Safety  The challenges faced by emergency first responder organizations in Pennsylvania and possible legislative solutions to address them were the focus of a House Republican Policy Committee hearing this week in Lehigh County. Ensuring safe communities is a cornerstone of the Keystone Commitment lawmakers have made to Pennsylvanians, and that goal cannot be met without proper support of our fire and emergency medical services providers. First responders are in a crisis situation across the Commonwealth in terms of the resources they receive to do the job, the lack of manpower and the costs associated with providing their services. Many of the concerns raised mirror what we heard at our EMS Town Meeting last month. We must do more to support our first responders so they can be there to support us when we are in need. Caring for Our Senior Citizens  Working to ensure our senior citizens and the people who love and care for them are properly supported, the Pennsylvania Department of Aging has launched an effort to create a 10-year Master Plan for Older Adults. The stakeholder-driven plan aims to help transform the infrastructure and coordination of services for older Pennsylvanians, reflecting their needs and preferences to live where they choose and access to the supports they need to thrive and age in place. Pennsylvania is ranked fifth among the 50 states in the size of our older adult population (3.4 million) and seventh by percentage (17.8%) of the total population. Our total older adult population percentage grew from 15.4% (1.96 million persons) in 2010 to 17.8% (2.27 million persons) in 2020. All Pennsylvanians are invited to provide input into development of the plan by mail, email or a digital form. Regional events are also planned in Philadelphia and Altoona. Learn more about how to participate here. PGC: Leave Young Wildlife Alone  Whether in their backyards or high on a mountain, it’s almost certain Pennsylvanians will encounter young wildlife this time of year. While some young animals might appear to be abandoned, it is likely their mothers are watching over them from somewhere nearby. That’s why the Pennsylvania Game Commission is urging people who encounter young wildlife, including deer, birds, raccoons or other animals, to simply leave them alone. Contact can be harmful to both people and wildlife. Wild animals can lose their natural fear of humans, making it difficult, even impossible, for them to ever again live normally in the wild. And anytime wildlife is handled, there’s always a risk people could contract diseases or parasites such as fleas, ticks and lice. Only wildlife rehabilitators, who are licensed by the PA Game Commission, are permitted to care for injured or orphaned wildlife for the purposes of eventual release back into the wild. For those who find wildlife truly in need of assistance, a listing of licensed wildlife rehabilitators can be found on the Pennsylvania Association of Wildlife Rehabilitators website, www.pawr.com. If you are unable to identify a wildlife rehabilitator in your area, contact the Game Commission by phone at 1-833-PGC-WILD or 1-833-PGC-HUNT. Update on Farmers Market Nutrition Program Vouchers  Each year, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture operates its Farmers Market Nutrition Program for low-income seniors and Women, Infants and Children (WIC) recipients. The program provides vouchers that can be redeemed at local farmers markets and farm stands for fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables and herbs. While the vouchers are typically made available at the beginning of June, computer programming and printing delays mean the vouchers may not be available until the end of June. More information about the program and eligibility is available here. Remembering D-Day  June 6 marks the 79th anniversary of the Normandy landings during World War II, otherwise recognized as D-Day. D-Day marked the beginning of the final push across Europe to defeat Axis forces during World War II, with more than 9,000 Allied soldiers killed or wounded in that battle alone. For a full history on D-Day, click here. I wish to extend a special heartfelt thank you to the men and women who served that day, and our gratitude to those who did not come home. Your legacy is not forgotten. |
GAME COMMISSION UPDATES PUBLIC ON CWD SURVEILLANCE
With a little time yet to go in the 2022-23 surveillance year, the Game Commission has already detected Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in more deer this year than the one before, once again highlighting the threat the disease poses to Pennsylvania’s deer and elk, and hunting heritage.
CWD is an always-fatal neurological disease affecting cervids, including deer and elk. There is no vaccine and no cure for animals that get it.
Since July 1, 2022, the Game Commission collected nearly 11,000 CWD samples from deer. Hunter-harvested samples made up the bulk of those, with more than 7,000.
The public can view the results of this ongoing surveillance effort on the CWD Surveillance Dashboard available at https://pgcdatacollection.pa.gov/CWDResultsLookup. It’s updated weekly and allows the public to view past and current information related to CWD and gives hunters who submitted their deer for testing access to results online.
Exploring Careers in Healthcare
The Education Council is pleased to partner with UPMC Cole to provide a healthcare exploration experience for students. Healthcare explorers will spend three days at UPMC Cole running through medical simulations and health science career observation. The other two days will be spent at the Education Council’s Coudersport office, being introduced to common medical terminology and the human body through games, hands-on activities, and learning about the opportunities for healthcare career preparation. Transportation and lunch are provided.
This camp, taught by Lana Barth, CTC Health Assistance Instructor, is for students entering grades 7– 9. It is scheduled for Monday, July 17 through Friday, July 21, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The cost is $25 per person. Camp minimum is 6 and camp maximum is 12. The registration deadline is July 5th, so register today! Visit www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 545-1333.
Think About It
What Was I Thinking?
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B.J. Knefley
What was I thinking? Have you ever uttered those words or thought them? Probably we all have one time or another. Why is that? Why do we open our mouths and say things that we later regret? Do we not think it through? Do we think everyone wants to hear our opinions? Unfortunately, we seem to have many today that believe it’s their God given right to speak what they think regardless of how it might sound or affect others. To do so they will shout louder and do whatever they can to intimate the person whose opinions they disagree with. Their position isn’t about what they were thinking it’s about what the other person was thinking and it’s always about getting the other person to back down.
Sadly, we all can go off on a subject that we think we know everything about and miss some crucial issues. I call it one-sided thinking. It’s not a new thing as it’s been around forever. Rather than being informed we become misinformed and expound on that misinformation in such a way that it becomes our reality. Afterall if I believe it to be true then it must be. Right?
Over the years I’ve learned to ask questions, to look at a subject from every angle. One-sided thinking becomes a one-sided view. When we get to this point, we can’t see anything else. It’s at this point that we become dangerous. Dangerous in the sense that we’ve closed ourselves off to other ideas and/or options. It’s not so much that we can’t, but that we won’t. We do it with politics, human rights, religion, and every other subject you can imagine. Rather than becoming thinkers we become closed minded to the thoughts of others.
I like that God calls us to reason and to think things through with him, (Isaiah 1:18). He doesn’t shut us down but invites us into a dialog. Would it be nice if we all practiced this with others? Perhaps we’d learn how to agree and disagree together. Think about it.
The Potter County Farmers Market will be this Friday, June 2nd
The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors on the square across from the county jail, every Friday from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next market will be this Friday, June 2nd. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
[NOTICE: If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-544-7313 netrabaker@hughes.net]
CARD CREEK BAKERY will be at the Farmers Market June 2. We will have a variety of artisan breads, loaf breads, and sweet treats for anytime of day. New items will be added throughout the summer or by your request. Fresh Brown Eggs from our hens will be in the cooler. Please feel free to request items during the week or at a market. Payment may be cash or check. 814-544-7313 netrabaker@hughes.net
BLUE MARBLE FARM will be at the market with local, organically grown beautiful plants. We will have black raspberry plants, heirloom Tomato plants, eggplant, pepper and assorted vegetable plants. We accept cash, credit cards, and SNAP. For more information, contact Lisa at bluemarblefarm@outlook.com, 814-320-1308 or bluemarblefarm.weebly.com
ME AND MY BOYS SOAP will be there on Friday. We will have a selection of goat milk based products that include soap bars, shampoo bars, lotions, bath bombs, and our new product LOTION BARS. We accept cash or card payments. For more information or custom orders contact us at meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page.
QUITE ACRES will be at the market with Haldemen Mills Teff Flour (Dark and Ivory), Brinser’s Best Corn Meal, Buckwheat and Buttermilk Pancake Mixes, Shortcake/Cobbler Mix, Funnel Cake and Soft Pretzel Mixes. Handmade braided rugs as well as aprons will be available. Accepting cash payments.
CARING CRAFTS will be attending the Market this week. We have a variety of patterns for our Homemade Travel Pillows. Colorful hand painted clothes pin Wreaths. A variety of plastic canvas ornament/magnet pieces thank include; NFL logos, character theme, military signs, animals, etc.. Stop by and see us and don’t forget to like/ message us your special order on Facebook @ Caring Crafts. We accept cash payments. Hope to see everyone there!
JOANIE’S APIARY will be at Market this week. Featuring raw local honey 
. Other products are our beeswax products including hand cream and wood polish. Extra products are corn heating pads and local scenery note cards.
HOPPE ‘RL HONEY FARM will have creamed honey for sale sharing a space with JOANIE’S APIARY
MIKE THOMPSON will be a vender at the Farmers Market, bringing Lettuce, Spinach Green Onions, Radishes and Rhubarb and Rough Rider Brand pocked knives. Bring your knives to be sharpened while you shop the other venders. (They are really sharp!). NOTICE: FMNP CHECKS WILL BE ACCEPTED STARTING JUNE2nd.
DELONG’S maple syrup available in different size containers.
Debra A. Kowalski, 61, Of Michigan City, Pennsylvania
A graveside committal service for Debra A. Kowalski, 61, will be conducted at Laurel Hill Cemetery, Johnsonburg, on Saturday June 3, 2023 at 10 AM with Fr. David Wilson, Pastor of Holy Rosary Church, officiating. Debra passed away unexpectedly in Michigan City on December 27, 2022.
Debbie was born on June 5, 1961 in Pennsylvania, a daughter to Stanley Kowalski and the late Sandra Calkins Kowalski, of Long Beach, IN. She is also survived by a daughter Amanda (Robert) Fries-Lee; a son Michael Fries; two grandchildren, Cecelia and Owen; two brothers, Mike (Rich Masterson) Kowalski and Steven Kowalski; and many loving friends.
Debbie was a graduate of Marquette High School and loved to bake cookies and crochet. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Local arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street Johnsonburg, PA.
If desired, memorials may be made to the Michiana Humane Society, Inc. 772 IN-212, Michigan City, IN 46360 or to Stepping Stone Shelter for Women 601 Wabash St., Michigan City, IN 46360.
Ruth E. CLOSE, 81, of Wellsville, NY
Ruth E. CLOSE, 81, of Wellsville, NY, died Tuesday, May 30, 2023 in Hart Comfort House of Allegany County, Wellsville after a long illness. Born October 13, 1941, in Seven Bridges, Coudersport, PA, she was the daughter of Donald Robert and Pruella Edith Toombs Dunn.
On May 19, 1962, in Whitesville, she married Elwin James “Jim” Close, who predeceased her on April 17, 2022, just shy of their 60th wedding anniversary. Ruth was a homemaker most of her life. She and Jim owned and operated the Dill Pickle Restaurant in Wellsville for 33 years, retiring in 2008. She was a hero to many and loved her family with her whole heart. She was a sophisticated lady, compassionate, loving, patient, gentle, hard-working, brilliant businesswoman, painter, reader, seamstress, world traveler, and beach lover. Ruth enjoyed making days special with spontaneous car rides and picnics. She was a devoted woman of faith.
Surviving are: four children, Bradley Close of Wellsville, Lisa (Dean) Giopulos of Wellsville, Steven Close of Churchville, and Donald (Margaret) Close of Silver Creek; eight grandchildren, Eric, Sarah, Jenna, Heather, Michael, Stephanie, Emily, and Jacob; a great-granddaughter, Anelle; five brothers, Donald I. (Marie) Dunn of Homer, Larry W. Dunn of Cortland, John P. (Honey) Dunn of Ulysses, PA, Robert S. Dunn of Ulysses, PA, and Roy J. (Rhonda) Dunn of Groton; two sisters, Irene (Joseph) Brown of Culpeper, VA and Janet Button of Salt Lake City, UT; sister-in-law, Joan Close of Warren, PA; nieces and nephews.
In addition to husband, she was predeceased by four sisters, Christine Dunn, Esther Vera Dunn, Carol Marie Tanner Babbitt, and Mary Evelyn Gardner; and a brother-in-law, Donald Close.
Funeral Services will be held privately at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Kinney. Memorials may be made to Hart Comfort House of Allegany County, 141 E. State Street, Wellsville, NY 14895. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Structure Fire In Elkland Borough
On June 1 at 10:09 pm. Lawrenceville, Elkland and Morris Fire were dispatched for a fully involved structure fire with a burn victim on 212 Second St. in Elkland Borough. Ems has been dispatched for the burn victim. Hot power lines are also down Penelec is doing a remote shut down. The victim is a male with burns on the hand and face with inhalation a helicopter is on standby. Lifenet 7-7 has been dispatched to a landing zone at the Elkland High School
House Fire Dispatched On Dutch Hill Rd . In Coudersport
On June 1 at 9:45 pm. Coudersport, Roulette and Port Allegany were dispatched to 48 Dutch Hill Rd., the Marting Residence, for a structure fire caller reports flames in the wall. Austin has also been dispatched. Shinglehouse has been dispatched to Roulette for standby. Galeton has been dispatched for a full response to the fire. Ulysses has been dispatched to Coudersport for stand by
Leo “JR” Grimone Jr., 86, of Emporium, PA
Leo “JR” Grimone Jr., 86, of Emporium, PA passed away at Penn Highlands Elk, St. Marys, PA early Wednesday morning (May 31, 2023). He was born December 15, 1936 in Emporium, PA a son of the late Leo and Ida Razey Grimone. He married the late Francis Geelen Mix and later Elaine Talbott Barnett.
JR graduated from Emporium High School and then from Williamsport Technical School. He owned and operated Bucktail Broadcasting Corp. until 1992 he then owned and operated North Creek Farms along with Curt Fuenffinger.
He is survived by two daughters, Terri Grimone and Betty Grimone, both of Emporium; two sons, Leo Grimone, III (Jana), McKinney, TX and Robert Mix (Kim Hamilton), Boalsburg, PA; two step-sons, Eric Barnett, Bradford and Michael Barnett (Valerie), Treasure Lake; eight grandchildren; Kerri, Jamie, Kyle, Curtis, Ricky, Nathan, Jay, and Brett. Eight great grandchildren; two brothers, Sam Grimone (Nancy), Saranac Lake, NY and Michael Grimone (Carol), Chautauqua, NY; brother-in-law, David Cobbler, Essex Junction, VT; sister-in-law, Margaret Grimone, Emporium; several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and wives he was preceded in death by daughter, Margret Mix Summers; two sons, Richard and Donald Mix; grandson, Cole LaBrozzi; step son, Chris Barnett; brother, William Grimone and a sister, Patricia Cobbler,
Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E 4th St., Emporium, PA on Friday from 4:00-7:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Saturday (June 3, 2023) at 10:00 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant.
Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium, PA
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Emporium Volunteer Fire Department, 419 N. Broad St., Emporium, PA 15834 or to the Cameron County Ambulance Service, 299 E. Second St., Emporium, PA 15834
Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net
BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.
Virginia J. “Joni” Main, 88, of Emporium, PA
Virginia J. “Joni” Main, 88, of Emporium, PA passed away at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys, PA on Wednesday morning (May 31, 2023) She was born August 24, 1934 a daughter of the late Charles and Lula Maybelle Shaylor Nellis. She married the late Leo J. Main.
Joni graduated from Emporium High School and worked for many years at Emporium Secondary. She enjoyed butterflies and spending time with her family
She is survived by daughter, Merri Burkhouse (Rob), Ridgway; son, Ronald Main (Lisa), Emporium; son, Brian Rodman (Jen), Olean, NY; daughter-in-law, Jean Main, Ridgway; numerous grandchildren; one great grandchild and a brother, Robert Nellis, Emporium.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Leo J. Main; a son, Randy Main and a daughter, Judy Main Studer; grandchildren, Bradley Rodman & Ronnie Main; four sisters, Shirley Collins, Betty Gaenzele, Annabelle Nellis and Joanne Austin, four brothers, Richard, Gary, Jim and Charles “Joe” Nellis.
There will be No Visitation. Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
Burial will be in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium, PA
Donna C. (Campbell) Owen, 98, of Wellsboro, PA
Donna C. (Campbell) Owen, 98, of Wellsboro, PA passed away Monday May 15, 2023, at the Green Home in Wellsboro.
She was born July 7, 1924, in Elmira, NY to Theodore and Bertha Angelina (Norman) Campbell. On April 14, 1946, she married Jack L. Owen.
Donna graduated from Northside High School of Corning, NY in 1942. To support WWII, she built bomb sights alongside other women. Upon her graduation from Albany State Lab School, she worked in state labs in Geneva and Corning, NY. She then worked as a lab technician for Soldiers and Sailors for 38 years, and also ran the blood bank.
She and Jack were founding members of Trinity Lutheran Church in Wellsboro, and active in its construction, later they were a part of the formation of Hope Lutheran Church in Charleston, and more recently she had been active in the Wellsboro Baptist Church through the Shared Home.
Donna was active in Business and Professional Women, she supported the local Lion’s Club as a spouse of a member, was a Scout leader with the Brownies and Girl Scouts of America, enjoyed gardening, loved being a grandmother and a great-grandmother, and was an avid Penn State Football fan.
Donna is survived by her son: Jay Owen LCDR USNR Ret. (Deborah) of Shillington, PA; a daughter: Jan Bennett (Alan) of Nichols, NY; four grandchildren: Amy Jo Clinard (Mickey), Travis Bennett (Britt), John Owen EOC USN (Agata), and Laura Owen; and seven great-grandchildren, she was a dedicated dog-mom and is survived by her faithful companion Chip. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a sister: Sara Anne VanOrder.
Donna’s family has entrusted her arrangements to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA.
Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to her life at a memorial service 12:00 noon June 16, 2023 at the Salem Lutheran Church, 3536 Nauvoo Road, Liberty, PA 16930.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations in Donna’s memory be made to the Wellsboro Shared Home, 27 Bacon Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Mary L. Heatherdale, 83, of 271 Benzinger Road, St. Marys, PA
Mary L. Heatherdale, 83, of 271 Benzinger Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at her residence, following a lengthy illness.
She was born September 23, 1939, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Tobias “Francis” and Loretta Bobenrieth Lanzel. Mary was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of St. Marys High School, Class of 1957. She earned her associate degree in radiology and was an X-ray technician in Ridgway.
On May 7, 1966, in St. Leo’s Church, Mary married Arthur L. Heatherdale, who survives. They were blessed to share 57 years of marriage.
In addition to her loving husband, Mary is survived by her daughter, Caron Heatherdale of Ridgway, her son, Brad Heatherdale of St. Marys, and by one brother, Joseph Lanzel of Rhode Island.
Mary was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Church and loved her time with her husband and children.
There will be no visitation.
Funeral and committal services will be held privately by Mary’s family.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to a favorite charity of one’s choosing.
Funeral services are under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
