Forrest L. Seeley, Jr., 67, of 582 Parkside Drive, Limestone, NY
Forrest L. Seeley, Jr., 67, of 582 Parkside Drive, Limestone, NY, passed away, Monday, June 19, 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.
Open Arms to Hold ‘Church Around Town’ at Three Locations on Sunday, June 25th
Open Arms Church will hold a community event on Sunday, June 25, at three locations in Bradford.
The event, called Church Around Town, will be held starting at 11 am at Veterans Square along Main Street, Kendall Avenue Park along North Kendall Avenue (beside Hull Electric), and Callahan Park, 82 Poplin Ave.
The third annual event is free and open to the public. There will be music, a message, and a picnic.
“We are excited to bring Church Around Town to Bradford,” said Worship Pastor Rich Dennison. “We hope that it will be a day of praise, food, and fellowship for everyone.”
For more information, see www.oachurch.com.
Four area graduates receive board of realtors scholarship
OLEAN, N.Y., June 20, 2023 — Four recent graduates of high schools in Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties received awards this year from the Chautauqua Cattaraugus Board of Realtors Scholarship Fund at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
Mathurin Griffith, Brayden Hayes, Elizabeth Lai and Andrew Maguire each received the Chautauqua Cattaraugus Board of Realtors Scholarship.
The board of realtors scholarship fund provides four annual $500 scholarships to students in good academic standing in Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties. Preference is given to students pursuing a business-related degree.
From Cattaraugus County, Andrew Maguire of Allegany-Limestone Central School and Randolph Central School’s Mathurin Griffith received the scholarship.
Maguire plans to study business analytics at Alfred University. Griffith will attend Georgia Southern University to study accounting.
Recipients from Chautauqua County included Elizabeth Lai of Maple Grove High School and Brayden Hayes of Sherman Central School.
Lai will attend the University at Buffalo to study biochemistry. Hayes will study sports management at Baldwin Wallace University.
Since the Chautauqua Cattaraugus Board of Realtors established the scholarship in 2016 the fund has made possible $12,000 in support for graduates of Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties to pursue their educational goals.
Donations can be made to any of these funds at CRCF, 301 North Union St., Suite 203 or online at cattfoundation.org.
Joann L. Fronapel, 93, formerly of 9 Cross Dr., Bradford, PA
Joann L. Fronapel, 93, formerly of 9 Cross Dr., Bradford, PA and a former winter resident of Zepher Hills, FL, for many years, passed away Monday, June 19, 2023, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
PFBC TO HOLD FISHERIES AND HATCHERIES COMMITTEE MEETING VIRTUALLY ON JUNE 27
HARRISBURG, Pa. (June 21) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) will conduct a meeting of the Fisheries and Hatcheries Committee on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, beginning at 10 a.m. This meeting will be held online with committee members participating remotely.
The agenda can be viewed on the PFBC website (Fishandboat.com).
This meeting may be viewed remotely by joining the webinar from your internet browser using this link: https://bit.ly/FisheriesHatcheries6-23
If prompted, please enter the following information:
Webinar number (access code): 2631 754 077
Webinar password: public (782542 from phones)
Jack K. Morrison, Sr., 89, of Bradford, PA
Jack K. Morrison, Sr., 89, of Bradford, PA passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at his home.
He was born on April 22, 1934 in Carrollton, NY, a son of the late Howard and Olive Amsler Morrison.
He was a 1951 graduate of the Bradford Area High School.
He was a U.S. Army veteran who served stateside at the Pentagon during the Korean War until his honorable discharge in 1955.
On January 8, 1958 in Bradford, he married Helen B. Lingaton who preceded him in death on May 27, 2018.
Jack was a member of the American Legion Post 108. He loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and his dog; Kobe.
He worked construction for a number of years with J.A. Luciano Builders prior to working at the Kendall / Witco Refinery until his retirement in 1997.
He is survived by five children, Jack Morrison, Jr., Janice Morrison and Jamie (Joe) Rhoades all of Bradford, Jeff (CarLisa) Morrison of Westmoreland, TN and Jon (Wendy) Morrison of Stilesville, IN; one sister, Leanore “Toots” Rinfrette of Bradford; eight grandchildren; eight great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and wife he was also preceded in death by one son, Joseph Morrison, Sr.; one granddaughter, Barbara Morrison; four sisters, Beverly Harrington, Donna Miller, Sandy Sheldon and Barb Cross and one brother, Howard Morrison, Jr.
At his request there will be no funeral services.
Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park, Lafayette.
Memorial contributions in his memory can be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.
Jeremy Phillip Rossi, 43, of Ridgway, PA
Jeremy Phillip Rossi, 43, of Ridgway, PA passed away on June 20, 2023 at Penn Highlands Dubois surrounded by his family. He was born on October 9, 1979 in Lafayette, IN.
Jeremy was a graduate of Ridgway Area HS in Ridgway, PA. He then attended Seminole State Junior College in Oklahoma, and The University of Pittsburgh where he played collegiate baseball.
He enjoyed time with his friends and family. He loved playing cards, pool, darts, as well as kayaking trips down the Clarion River. He was a fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Pirates. He was an avid animal lover, and a devoted friend to many.
Jeremy is survived by his mother Tammi (Ralph) Rossi, of Kutztown, PA; father, David (Xiomara) Rossi, of Dubois, PA; sister Jessica (Joseph) Aiello, Ridgway, PA; sister Erin (Eric) Cessna, Punxsutawney, PA, his adopted grandmother, “Betty” Manno, of Ridgway, PA, as well as his four nephews, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents “Bubba” (Catherine) Franz, Faye and Francis Troxel, Ben and Laurene Rossi, and “Chip” (Richard) Manno.
Donations may be made in memory of Jeremy to the Elk Co. Humane Society.
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
Marianne Johnston, 81, of Birch St. in Kane, PA
Marianne Johnston, 81, of Birch St. in Kane, PA passed away early Friday morning (June 16) at the Warren County Hospice House. She was born Jan. 11, 1942, in Kane the daughter of the late Andrew and Alice (VanHorn) Petruney.
Marianne was the head cook at the Kane Elementary School for many years and was a member of the United Methodist Church. She also greatly enjoyed camping, crafts, spending time with her family and her dog Trixie.
She is survived by one daughter, Kelle Bari, of Kane; two sons, Dan (Lauren) Johnston of Kane and Todd (Karen) Johnston of OH; three granddaughters, Stacey Powell, Amanda Vessel and Meagan Johnston; three grandsons, Bryan Johnston, Matthew Bari and Steven Bari; three great-granddaughters, Sydney Powell, Shaelee Powell and Zellie Johnston and one great-grandson, Stone Powell.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Thomas Johnston one daughter, Shelle Johnston, a sister Terri Asel and a son-in-law Michael Bari.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation which will take place on Thursday (June 22) from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Cummings Funeral Home and again on Friday from 12:00-1:00 p.m. A funeral ceremony will follow at 1:00 on Friday, with the Rev. Calvin Cook officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Tabor Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Warren County Hospice House, 341 Quaker Hill Rd., Warren, PA 16365.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
William James GARDNER, 83, of Rigby, ID
William James GARDNER, 83, of Rigby, ID, died Tuesday, September 20, 2022, in Shelley, ID.
Born December 3, 1938, in Eldred, PA, he was the son of Lynn and Ruth Gardner. On May 4, 1959, in Ulysses, PA, he married the former Mary Evelyn Dunn, who predeceased him on June 25, 2012.
Surviving are: two daughters, Debbie (Ken) Blanchard of Mill Creek, UT and Sherri (Mark) Caspers of Ocala, FL; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by a son, William J. Gardner, Jr., on June 15, 2020; and a great-grandson, Mason Nash. His son, Charles R. “Charlie” Gardner, died on May 31, 2023. Bill and Charlie were interred in Raymond Cemetery, Genesee, PA.
Arrangements were under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Bark Peelers Festival July 1st and 2nd At The PA Lumber Musem In Galeton
Saturday July 1 and Sunday July 2, 2023 9 AM to 5 PM, both days
$10.00/ Adult, $5.00/ Youth (ages 4 to 11)
$18.00 adult 2-day pass, $8.00 youth 2-day pass
As our BIGGEST event of the year, the festival treats thousands of visitors to lively special events, contests, and demonstrations that celebrate “woodhick” skills. Unique food and craft vendors provide guests with ample shopping and culinary opportunities. There is live music throughout the weekend, crafts and games at the kid’s corner, operating demonstrations of our steam-powered circular sawmill and birch still, blacksmithing, chainsaw carving, and camp cooking. Visitors are encouraged to compete in the greased pole, log rolling, crosscut saw, and birling competitions to earn the title “Grand Champion Barkpeeler” and the associated cash prizes.
NEW THIS YEAR: Do you have a Pencil, Cop, or Handlebar mustache? Is your beard a Van Dyke, a Goatee, or full-on ZZ Tops? We have a competition for you. As part of the festivities, we’ll host our first ever Beard & Mustache Competition. Keep growing that facial hair and come out to be part of the fun! MORE INFORMATION HERE
Sweden Valley Manor Is Hiring A Shift Development Coordinator
Staff Development Coordinator (RN) – Full-Time 1st Shift
Sweden Valley Manor Coudersport, PA
Position Summary:
Instructs nurse aide trainees on the proper techniques of administering direct resident care while maintaining on-going in-service education to all employees. Must be RN with one year of long-term care experience.
Essential Functions:
· Because HCF exists to care for our residents, regular attendance and punctuality are essential to provide quality care
· Must be in good physical condition as the position requires the ability to stand on one’s feet throughout the day, as well as, push, pull, move and/or lift frequently a minimum of 10 pounds and up to greater than 50 pounds occasionally
· Leadership: Ability to take actions and achieve results through others
· Commitment to HCF mission, values, philosophy and Service Excellence Initiative
· Must be able to complete performance requirements independently while using good judgment as well as have the ability to harmoniously work with others
· Must be able to read, write and understand the English language
Position Responsibilities:
· Must function within scope of practice according to the State Board of Nursing
· Must follow HCF Policy and Procedures
· Must meet job related competencies as outlined in the Skills Competency Manual
· Conducts general orientation for all new employees
· Teaches Nurse Aide curriculum, administers quizzes, written examinations and skills performance checklists to trainees
- Maintains all correspondence, curriculum and student records per PA Department of Education and HCF standards.
- Conducts state approved nurse aide training program
- Assists nursing assistants to register for State Testing
- Plans and conducts in-service education as directed by DON and LNHA
- Follows appropriate Infection Control and Safety Practices
- Communicates effectively with residents, staff and visitors
- Participates in “Nurse On-Call” program and QA process
- All other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
· Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Registered Nurse required in Pennsylvania.
- CPR certification recommended.
- Completion of a State approved Train the Trainer/Educator program (not required upon hire, but is required prior to assumption of duties).
Please Apply online at SwedenValleyManor.com