Glenn Robinson, 69, of Haines St. in Kane, PA passed away on Friday (May 19) at UPMC-Hamot. He was born in Kane on July 13, 1953, the son of the late Kenneth and Dorothy (Eck) Robinson.
Mr. Robinson served in the U.S. Army and Army Reserves for many years and was a pump station foreman. He was called to active duty for Operation Desert Storm. He was a member of Lt. Raymond A. Nicolas American Legion Post #250, the Kane VFW Lodge #1132, the Kane Elks Lodge #329 and the Kane Senior Center.
He is survived by two sons, Glenn (Jessica) Robinson II of Reynoldsville and Blake Robinson of White, GA; four sisters, Vicky Cline of Belmont, NY, Joyce Nelson and Sandy Lehman both of Kane and Donna Smith of NM; his girlfriend, Brandie Shugars of Kane and her daughter Selena (Richard Brazell) Shugars, also of Kane and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers and six sisters.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation which will take place at the Cummings Funeral Home on Friday (May 26) from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A graveside service with full military honors will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery at 1:30 p.m.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Shirley M. Anderson, 97, of Coudersport, PA passed away on May 23, 2023 at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport. She was born on December 20, 1925, in Jamestown, NY, the daughter of the late Thurston David Oliver and Margaret (Youngquist) Melquist. On March 21, 1946, she married Leon E. Anderson in South Pasadena, CA and celebrated 53 years of marriage until his passing on March 31, 1999.
Shirley did clerical work for the Consistory for many years and she also worked for Potter County as an Auditor and in the Office of Aging. Shirley was an active member of the St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church and participated in the quilting group.
On September 22, 1947, Shirley was initiated as a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Eulalia Chapter 148 at a district meeting. She served as secretary for over 20 years and was named a Secretary Emeritus. She was also a member of the Red Hats, the Coudersport Senior Center, and volunteered with Hospice and delivered meals for Meals on Wheels for many years. She also participated in Silver Sneakers and the Senior games in Bradford.
Shirley is survived by two daughters, Janet A. Long of Coudersport; Beverly J. (Mac) Gilpin of Bellefonte; two sons, Roger A. (Sharon) Anderson of Virginia Beach, VA; Dale R. (Sharie) Anderson of Coudersport; 11 grandchildren, Brian, Rachel, Keefe, Jason, Melanie, Mark, Britta, Crystal, Angela, Bethany, and Dustin, and 22 great grandchildren.
In addition to her husband and parents, Shirley was preceded in death by a son, David L. Anderson on April 30, 2012.
In her later years, Shirley remained a central figure in the lives of her family. She was present at family events and always ready for the next gathering, traveling when necessary. With a forward thinking mindset she knitted baby blankets as the family expanded. Shirley played games and engaged in conversations that kept her mind sharp and her heart full as she brought joy to many.
Shirley, a true matriarch, modeled staying active within the community by regularly attending church and the senior center. Her faith and prioritization of a rich social life allowed her to stay immersed in everyday life.
Using a daily journal to document major family happenings and ordinary moments, Shirley exemplifies that the fabric of life is knitted together by both. Her legacy will inspire the generations to come.
Family and friends are welcome to pay their respects Saturday, May 27, 2023 from 5-7 pm at the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 N. East St., Coudersport, the Eastern Star Service will begin at 5 pm. On Sunday, May 28, 2023 family and friends are welcome from 2-3 pm at St. Paul’s Evangelical Church, 3 Borie St., Coudersport, where her funeral service will follow at 3 pm, with Rev. John L. Kallerson officiating. A private burial will be in Eulalia Cemetery.
Memorial donations can be made in Shirley’s name to either the St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3 Borie St., Coudersport, PA 16915 or to Eulalia Cemetery, P.O. Box 226, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Fugitive Michael Burham was captured about 5:15 p.m. today near Halfway Creek Road.
Charleston County Sheriff Kristin Graziano said:
“I am grateful to all the law enforcement agencies who came together and put in hundreds of hours of hard work to get a dangerous man out of our communities. We also thank the many residents throughout the Charleston region who served as extra eyes on the streets, submitting countless tips and sightings. We all came together, and our communities are safer tonight because of it.”
We also appreciate the news media’s effort to get the word out to the public. The sheriff’s news briefing from 3 p.m. this afternoon is available here: https://youtu.be/L4cUxM678bs
Mary A. McFall, 42, of 1554 Haskell Road, Olean, NY passed away on Sunday (May 21, 2023) from injuries sustained in a vehicle-pedestrian accident.
Mary was born on April 12, 1981, and was the daughter of Jack A. Langdon and Susanne E. Isaman. She was formerly married to Jess M. McFall.
Mary was a 1999 graduate of Hinsdale Central School. She continued her education at JCC where she obtained her associate’s degree in business. Mary joined Vector on May 15, 2001 as a part-time Customer Service Representative, and was promoted to full-time in July 2005. She was also an Administrative Services Representative before assuming her current position on June 16, 2021 as a Cutco Gifting Specialist.
Mary loved attending sporting events with her son. She enjoyed watching the Buffalo Bills which she was a huge fan with her son. Mary loved going to St. Bonaventure Men’s Basketball games, Olean Oiler games at Bradner Stadium. She enjoyed jogging and running, working out, vacationing, and traveling to the beach. Mary liked to get her hair, nails and pedicures done.
She enjoyed attending church at Believers Chapel, and going to church functions. Mary loved a good cup of coffee and enjoyed having coffee with her mother on Saturday mornings. Most of all and above all else was her son, Carter, who was the apple of her eye and was her whole life.
Mary is survived by her son, Carter M. McFall; her mother, Susanne E. Isaman of Olean; three siblings, Tracey L. (Robert) Eliason of Bradford, Pa., Anthony J. “Tony” Nevone of Olean and Tom M. (Colleen) Langdon of Bradford; three half siblings, Elaine, Deb and Trishelle and several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews who she loved and adored.
Mary was predeceased by her father, Jack A. Langdon.
Friends will be received at Believers Chapel, 2000 Constitution Ave, on Friday, May 26, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Pastor Sean D. Obergfell will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasant Valley Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home, Inc., 646 E. State St., Olean.
Get out on the water this Memorial Day (Monday, May 29, 2023) on a tour of Lyman Run Lake! Look for wildlife, learn about the history of the region, and enjoy being out on the lake on a 1.5 hour guided tour. On past tours, participants have been able to get close to turtles and other wildlife.
The park is offering two free tours: 1 PM to 2:30 PM and again from 4:30 PM to 6 PM. Both tours will meet at the parking lot for the Daggett Pavilion, next to the playground. Open to adults and youth ages 5 and up. Youth under 13 need an adult. Kayaks, paddles, and life jackets provided. Life jackets must be worn for the program.
Participants may also bring their own kayaks and gear; any personal boats must have current DCNR launch permit to participate. Permits may be purchased at the park office before the program.
Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to ensure enough equipment for everyone and to relay weather-related program changes. To pre-register, visit https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/lyman_run_state_park.
Parking: Park in the Daggett Day Use parking lot, go to the pavilion to meet your guides. No parking at boat launch or along the lakeside.
Program will be cancelled in the event of lightning or heavy rain.
Time is running out to contribute to the much-needed supply drive for Destinations- Bradford. With just one week left, the community is urged to come together and make a difference by supporting this vital initiative.
Organized by the Rotary Club of Bradford along with the Bradford Area High School Volunteer Club and United Way Student Ambassadors, the supply drive aims to collect essential items to assist individuals and families facing difficult circumstances in Bradford. These items can include plastic plates and bowls, gas cards, emergency blankets, rain ponchos, shampoo, body soap, soap containers, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, nail clippers, combs and brushes, laundry detergent and all-purpose cleaner, and more. The goal is to ensure that the recipients have access to the necessary resources to meet their basic needs.
“The support we have received thus far has been truly inspiring,” said Steve Morgan, Rotary President, “But we encourage everyone to keep up the momentum and continue making donations. Your contributions can make a significant impact on the lives of individuals and families in our community.”
To participate in the supply drive, interested individuals and organizations can drop off their donations at the designated collection points across the city. These collection points are conveniently located at Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce – 62 Main Street, Bradford YMCA – 59 Boylston Street, and CARE for Children – 723 East Main Street- Bradford, making it easier for the community to contribute. Residents are also welcome to make monetary donations, which will be utilized to purchase additional supplies or cover any specific needs that arise during the distribution process.
The supply drive will conclude on May 31st, providing one final week for individuals to rally together and make a lasting impact on the lives of those less fortunate in Bradford. Every donation, no matter how big or small, will contribute to building a stronger, more compassionate community.
For more information about the supply drive, including the list of needed items and donation drop-off locations, please visit https://www.facebook.com/bradfordrotary.
Saturday, June 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., explore the waterfalls along the lower Turkey Path on your quest to unlock the geologic secrets of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.
The one-mile round trip hike up about 400 vertical feet (half way) of the trail will be led by both park staff and professional geologists from DNCR’s Bureau of Geological Survey.
The hike begins at the base of the canyon, where the Lock Haven Formation is exposed. These rocks were deposited approximately 380 million years ago as sediment on the edge of an ancient sea and contain fossils of marine organisms. As the hike progresses, the exposed rock will be progressively younger and transition into the shoreline and alluvial plane deposits of the Catskill Formation, effectively transporting participants through time and space of the geologic history of the gorge.
This program is well-suited for those curious about the ancient past of the gorge and those willing and able to complete the strenuous hike.
Registrants will meet by 9 a.m. in the Darling Run access parking lot for the Pine Creek Rail Trail and be bussed approximately 3.5 miles to the base of the trail below Leonard Harrison State Park where the program will begin.
To get to the Darling Run access parking lot for the Pine Creek Rail Trail from Wellsboro or Galeton, drive on U.S. Route 6, turn onto Route 362 and go about 1.5 miles to Darling Run in Ansonia.
After a brief introduction, the group will climb slowly, learning along the way to a point about half way up the path and near the upper waterfall.
Participants should wear proper footwear and layered clothing for the hike. A small backpack, water and snacks are also encouraged.
The deadline to register is by next Thursday, June 1. Spaces are limited. Those interested can register by calling 570-724-3061 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. on week days and this Saturday and Sunday.
Judith “Judy” M. McKimm, 82, of Emporium, PA, passed away at UPMC Cole on Tuesday morning (May 23, 2023) following a brief illness. She was born August 3, 1940 in Ridgway, PA, daughter of the late Charles and Bernice (McCoole) McKimm.
Judy moved to New Castle, PA at a young age and attended Union Township High School where she graduated in 1958. After graduation, she worked for the Edinburg and New Castle Post Office as a clerk and retired in 1992 after 32 years of service. She enjoyed her retirement by traveling and spending time with family and eventually moved to Emporium, PA to be closer to family. She enjoyed traveling, butterflies, crosswords, was a fan of watching bicycle racing, the Olympics, and was an avid reader.
Judy especially will be remembered for her spunk and carefree attitude. She loved making others laugh as often as she could and will be missed very much.
She is survived by a sister, Betty Lou McKimm-Oberlander, Emporium, PA; two brothers, Dale McKimm, Emporium, PA and James (Beverly) McKimm, Aztec, NM; nephew Randy (Stephanie) Oberlander, McSherrystown, PA; great nieces, Samantha (Brock) Oberlander-Barton, Jacksonville, FL and Breanna Ullman, Osceola, PA; great great niece Everleigh Barton and great great nephew Easton Barton of Jacksonville, FL.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Bernice McKimm, and brother-in-law, Sam Oberlander.
There will be no visitation. At her request, there will be no services, and family will have a private memorial at their discretion.
Burial will be in the North Bend Cemetery, North Bend, PA.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library in Emporium, PA.
Dorothy M. Richardson, 88, of Tampa, FL formerly of Lakeland, FL passed away on May 21, 2023, surrounded by her family.
Dorothy was born on July 25, 1934, in Wellsboro, PA, the daughter of Wilfred Grant and Bessie McConnell. Dorothy is survived by her son Bryan, 5 granddaughters, 4 great-grandchildren, and 2 brothers Gary and Philip. She was preceded in death by her son Kevin, 4 brothers and 2 sisters.
Dorothy was a medical transcriptionist for over 40 years with Watson Clinic, retiring in 1991. She enjoyed doing puzzles and attending garage sales with her sister.
Dorothy will be interned at a later date. Local arrangements have been entrusted to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home 139 Main Street Wellsboro, PA. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Joseph P. Bonavita, 58, of Clarendon, PA., died Friday afternoon, May 19, 2023, at his residence after suffering an apparent heart attack.
He was born January 3, 1965, in Warren, PA. Joe was the son of Patricia Broderick (Bonavita) and Joseph A. Bonavita. He has resided most of his life in Warren and was formerly of Jamestown, N.Y., Erie, PA. He attended Warren Area High School up until his senior year. He was a 1983 graduate of Jamestown High School. Upon graduation, he joined the U.S. Army, serving in Germany until he was honorably discharged. After the Army, he was employed as a heavy equipment operator and also was a contractor. He then became a cross country truck driver, driving for numerous companies, until his health wouldn’t allow him to continue driving. Joe was an avid musician and would play in establishments while he was on the road driving. He loved a wide range of music, from Heavy Metal to Blues. He was a talented guitarist and drummer. He was an avid dog lover.
He is survived by his two daughters, Kyrah Mohney, Sarah Sanders and her husband, Tyler, his mother, Patricia Broderick of Warren, PA., his father and stepmother, Joseph A. and Karen Bonavita of Aiken, S.C., Granddaughter – Quinn Mohney, Grandson – Brantley Sanders, Uncle Sam Manno, Aunt and Uncle, Mary, and Jim Muntz, 3 cousins, Jessica, Jake, and Zack, and his pug, Rocky.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas “Tommy” Bonavita who died February 11, 2022, Aunt Peg Manno, Maternal Grandparents – Paul and Beatrice Songer Broderick, Paternal Grandparents – Thomas and Antionette Minon Bonavita.
A Celebration of Joe’s life will be held at the convenience of the family. Those wishing to send condolences may do so by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com Those wishing to place memorials may do so through The Music Conservatory, LLC, 220 Pennsylvania Avenue West, Warren, PA., 16365. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Alcuin C. “Al” Dornisch, 91, of 428 Lookout Avenue, Ridgway, passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at Penn Highlands Elk. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
Roxanne F. Boyd “beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt”
Roxanne F. “Roxy” Boyd, 65, of Austin, a former longtime resident of Coudersport, passed away surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, May 22, 2023, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a long illness.
Born on Tuesday, May 6, 1958 in Coudersport, she was a daughter of Harry and Inez Shaw Setzer.
Roxy was a graduate of Coudersport High School. She was employed by Adelphia Communications in Coudersport for many years and later was employed by the Coudersport American Legion. She was last employed as the manager at the Austin Vets Club until her health declined.
She was an active social member of the Coudersport American Legion and also an active social member of the Austin Vets Club. Roxy loved spending time with her grandchildren and making all of her “pumpkins” laugh. She loved being the life of the party wherever she went.
Surviving are two children, Donny (Kelli) Snyder of Roulette and Lacey (Colt) Vasko of Austin; seven grandchildren, Vincent, Ashli, Zackary, Mia, Addison, Layla and Brylee; several great-grandchildren; seven siblings, Carol (William) Krog of Coudersport, Janet Setzer of Coudersport, Louise Setzer of Coudersport, Jerry (Jane) Setzer of Connecticut, Ronald Setzer of Austin, Terry Setzer of Austin, and James (Vera) Setzer of Austin; and many nieces and nephews, including a special niece, Ashley (James) Matteson of Coudersport.
In addition to her parents, Roxy was predeceased by two brothers, Donald Setzer and Duane Setzer; a sister, Vickie Setzer; and two sisters-in-law, Roxanne Setzer and Victoria “Vickie” Setzer.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Roxy’s Life from 11am to 3pm on Sunday, June 25, 2023, at the Coudersport American Legion, Buffalo Street, Coudersport.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to UPMC Palliative Care Program, 71, Elk Street, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Roxy’s family has entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle, or share a fond memory of Roxy, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
At 1:12 PM on Wednesday, St. Marys Fire Dept. & EMS have been dispatched to Keystone Powdered Metal at 251 State Street for tractor-trailer crash into the guard house. A Natural Gas line has also been severed in the crash.
South St. Marys Elementary School is sheltering in place due to the smell of natural gas there.
Do your future plans include postsecondary education? Northern PA Regional College (NPRC) brings affordable education to you. Their Summer 2023 semester begins Monday, June 5th. Twelve courses are being offered, including Introduction to Psychology, Interpersonal Communication, Foundations of Math and Environmental Biology, to name a few.
These courses are part of five associate degrees – Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, Liberal Studies, and Social Sciences. Of course, if you are not interested in pursuing an associate degree at this time, NPRC’s team will help you select courses or training that meets whatever goal you’d like to achieve.
These courses are perfect for recent high school graduates, mid-career adults seeking to advance in their career or begin a new one, and even current eligible high school juniors and seniors who want to earn college credits while still in high school. This program is designed to be affordable at 70% less than the average tuition at brick-and-mortar institutions. Students with a high school diploma or its equivalent pay $185 per credit and receive guaranteed admission. Current high school students pay $60 per credit. Institutional Aid and scholarship opportunities are available.
These courses will be offered at the Education Council’s Coudersport office, as well as more than 20 additional locations throughout northwestern Pennsylvania. Apply now and see why Brighter Futures Begin at NPRC.
The priority application deadline is Monday, May 29. For more information, contact the Student Services team, at info@rrcnpa.org or (814) 230-9010.
Please be advised that Allegany County DPW will have daily road closures of County Road #23 between SR 243 and Pratt Road intersections from May 30 through June 1.
The road will only be closed during working hours and will be opened back up for use at night and on the weekend. There will not be an on-site detour and motorists are urged to seek alternate routes. Thank you for your cooperation.
At 9:00 AM on Wednesday, Port Allegany, Smethport, Emporium, Roulette & Coudersport Fire Depts. have been dispatched to a possible structure fire at Munchies in Port Allegany.
On May 23 at 9:03 pm. Coudersport Fire and Ambulance and Roulette Fire were dispatched to Ice Mine Rd. and Cherry Springs Rd. in Sweden Twp. for an unknown type of fire. All units have been recalled for a controlled burn
Potter County Animal Assistance Project (PCAAP) is an incorporated nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) status dedicated to advancing the cause of animal welfare and the prevention of animal cruelty in Potter County. The program is currently in need of volunteers willing to raise funds, grant researchers/writers, sponsors, trappers, and administrative workers. The PCAAP board of directors has announced a public meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 31 at 6pm at the Coudersport Area Recreational Park (C.A.R.P.) main pavilion located on CARP Park Road in Coudersport. If you are interested in lending your time and talents to help animals in Potter County, please come to the meeting. If you are unable to make the meeting but would be interested in helping out, please contact Lori Hansen by phone at 814-507-1388, email at lhansen@zitomedia.net, or message Potter County Animal Assistance Project on Facebook.
The organization began with a dedicated group of volunteers in 2012 and is governed by an elected board. Seed money for PCAAP was provided by the Helen Fath Greene Memorial Fund. Helen Fath Greene was a former resident of Potter County who left a bequest to the PSPCA for the benefit of domestic animals in Potter County. Over the nine year period from 2012 through 2021, PCAAP has funded the spaying/neutering of 7,650 cats and dogs. Through our foster program, we have found homes for 786 cats and kittens. Each year, PCAAP has been able to apply for funds through this grant. Last year, 2022, the grant from which PCAAP received the bulk of their funding was awarded elsewhere. In light of this reduction in funding, PCAAP has found it necessary to temporarily discontinue some of the programs that were previously offered in order to focus on the Trap/Neuter/Release (TNR) and Abandoned/Homeless Programs. TNR is a proven means of controlling free roaming cat populations. Every community in Potter County has free roaming cats and PCAAP volunteers work with residents in these communities to control these populations. Free roaming cats (cats without a known home) are humanely trapped and provided veterinary care including spaying/neutering, a rabies vaccine and a general vet check. They also have their left ear “tipped” to show that they have been through a TNR program and can no longer reproduce. They are then returned to the location where they were trapped. If that location is a free roaming cat colony, a PCAAP colony caretaker, who is most often a local resident, feeds and cares for the cats and monitors the health of the outdoor colony. The PCAAP Homeless/Abandoned program has helped many Potter County residents with the spaying/neutering of free roaming cats that they have adopted into their homes.
PCAAP is in the hopes of bringing back all their programs, including the low income program that assisted low income applicants, senior citizens and veterans with the spaying/neutering of their pets, and the emergency medical program that assisted local residents with unexpected emergency veterinary bills, providing that the funding can be raised to do so.
