Wellsboro, Pa., March 7, 2023 – UPMC’s Renew You program is hosting a Fit & Fab morning of movement for women on Saturday, March 25, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Deane Center, 104 Main St., Wellsboro.
During the event, providers from UPMC and instructors from Tioga County Branch YMCA will offer health and wellness education in addition to exercise opportunities and fun activities. Healthy refreshments from Wellsboro Nutrition will also be offered, along with the chance to receive a UPMC giveaway for those who pre-register.
UPMC’s Renew You is a free membership program open to everyone ages 18 through 54 designed to motivate and inspire positive lifestyle changes. This program emphasizes total well-being by supporting a healthy mind, body, and spirit through engaging educational events.
To pre-register for the Fit & Fab event, call 814-274-5550. To learn more about Renew You and to sign-up for a membership, go to UPMC.com/RenewYou.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Victor S. “ Sonny” Marchese, 83, of Ridgway, PA who departed this world early Sunday morning, March 5, 2023, at Elk Haven Nursing Home, St. Marys following a brief illness. He was born on September 11, 1939 in Johnsonburg, a son to the late Vito and Ameilia Franco Marchese, and spent his childhood there.
As a young man, Victor moved to Niagara Falls, NY and attended high school and college. After college, he worked in the financial services sector in New York City before settling back in Ridgway. At home in Ridgway he was known for his tax preparation and bookkeeping business and he was admired for his talent. He had just completed many tax returns in the weeks prior to his passing.
Victor was a beloved member of his family and a cherished friend to the community. His passing has left a void in the hearts of many that can never be filled and he will be deeply missed. He had a passion for model ship building, reading, gardening and he excelled at cooking. The Pittsburgh Steelers and Sunday football games were a religious experience for him.
Victor is survived by his brother Joe Marchese and his wife Ginny, a nephew Russ Marchese and his girlfriend Michelle, a niece Tracy Marchese and her husband Richard, an uncle Michael Marchese and aunts Angie Jacobs and her husband Eugene and Geraldine O’Leary and her husband Don and numerous cousins.
In addition to his parents, Victor is predeceased by many aunts, uncles and friends.
A Memorial Mass for Victor S. Marchese will be conducted at Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 10 AM with Father David Wilson, Pastor as celebrant. There will be no visitation. Interment will be private in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Johnsonburg.
Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street Johnsonburg, PA.
If desired, memorial contributions can be made in his name to Elk Haven Nursing Home, 785 Johnsonburg Rd., St. Marys, PA 15857 as the family wishes to thank them for the care Victor has received there over the past years.
Station 44 has responded to multiple incidents since the snow storm began last evening.
As of 22:47 Station 44 was dispatched to Portage Township for a Tree Down. Chief 44 (J.Rooney) arrived on scene, recalling all units. Penndot had removed tree.
As of 23:47 Station 44 was dispatched to Wharton Township for Wires Down. Capt 44 (A.Bothell) had command, reporting roadway open at 00:30.
As of 05:53 Station 44 was dispatched to Sylvania Township for a Tree Down. Chief 44-10 (J.Burgett) arrived and reported trees had been removed by Penndot.
As of 06:53 Station 44 was dispatched to the Austin Boro for Wires Down on a Structure. Chief 44-20 (B.Brooks) & Chief 44-30 (S.Hostetlar) responded. Chief 44-20 (B.Brooks) had command, notified West Penn Power and with no immediate danger turned the scene over to home owner.
As of 08:00 Chief 44-60 (T.Orlowski) reported Wires Down in Portage Township. Chief 44-20 (B.Brooks) reported roadway clear at 08:18.
As of 09:37 Station 44 has been dispatched to Summit Township for a Pole Fire. Chief 44 (J.Rooney) & Patrol 44-24 with Chief 44-20 (B.Brooks) has responded.
A predicted snow event turned out to be more than expected which brought out the SFD to respond to several calls over a 4 hour period. The first dispatch came in at 2020 hours for Fire Police to close Rt 6 hill.
Snow was falling at a rate of 2+ inches per hour causing nearly impossible road conditions for a few hours. Heavy wet snow began snapping tree limbs, pulling wires down and caused a power outage in Smethport for over an hour. All calls were handled and members were back at Station 2 at aprx 0045. Chief 2 had command.
Norman A.”Doc” Hicks, DDS, 92, a longtime resident of Coudersport, went to be with the Lord, on Monday, March 6, 2023, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Doc’s final arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Elizabeth R. “Betty” Finnessy, 100, of Duke Center, PA passed away Thursday (March 2, 2023) following a brief illness.
Betty was born Feb. 18, 1923, in New Castle, the daughter of Dr. Jay L. and Jessie N. Reed. She married John J. “Jim” Finnessy Jr. on Sept. 11, 1943, at Camp Roberts in Paso Robles, Calif.
Mrs. Finnessy was a 1941 graduate of New Castle High School. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in education from Grove City College in 1948, following her husband’s return from active duty in World War II.
While at Grove City College she was a member of Pi Gamma Mu and was elected May Queen by the student body in 1948.
She was employed by Lawrence Park School District prior to moving to Duke Center in 1958, when her husband, Jim, was hired as principal of Otto-Eldred Jr. Sr. High School.
Mrs. Finnessy was a member of the United Methodist Church in Duke Center, United Methodist Women Society, Duke Center Garden and Study Club, Bridge Club and Otto-Eldred Sports Boosters.
Mrs. Finnessy is survived by her four children, Dr. John (Sandi) Finnessy of Colorado Springs, Colo., Mr. Greg (Nancy) Finnessy of Chuluota, Fla., Mrs. Nancy (Griff) Bell of Bennett, Colo. and Mrs. Debra (Victor) Buccella of Hamilton, Ont., Canada; seven grandchildren, Lauren (John) Gentry, Kia (Mike) Olson, Scott (Ivy) Finnessy, Kelly (Preston) Kinney, Jay Bell (Kendra Spanjer), Shannon (Dillon) Louderback and Christopher Buccella; along with eight great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Esther Reed of New Wilmington and Teri Reed of Fairfield, Calif.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Jay L. Jessie Reed; husband, Jim in 2000; granddaughter, Kathryn F. Proud in 2005; and brothers, Col. John C. Reed in 2008 and Dr. Robert C. Reed in 2021; sister-in-law, Betty F. Combes in 1993 and brother-in-law Jack H. Combes in 2009.
Betty was a dedicated, caring and loving wife and mother who supported her family in all their endeavors throughout life with strength and encouragement.
A memorial service will be held at Castle View Memorial Gardens in New Castle, where a private burial will take place at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Duke Center United Methodist Church, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Raymond D. Himmelreich, 74, of CCC Road, Westline, PA passed away Friday (Mar. 3, 2023) in his home, with family by his side.
Born Nov. 27, 1948, in Reading, PA, he was a son of John W. and Anna Nichlas Himmelreich. On Feb. 23, 1974, in Oley, PA, he married Susan L. Levan, who survives. They were married 49 years.
Raymond was a graduate of Oley Valley High School, class of 1968.
He was a veteran, having served with the US Army, during the Vietnam War.
He was employed with Diesel Service of Reading, PA, as a diesel mechanic, before his retirement.
Raymond was a resident of the Westline area for 10 years coming from Berk County, PA.
He was a volunteer and board member of the Kinzua Valley Trail Club. Raymond also enjoyed hunting and his wife enjoyed hunting with him.
Surviving in addition to his wife, Susan, are two sons, Jess D. (Claire) Himmelreich of Reading, PA, Jeremy R. Himmelreich of Fleetwood, PA; a daughter, Jan L. (Ross) Howard of Port Allegany; 4 grandchildren; a brother, Mark Himmelreich of Pennsylvania, two sisters, Mary (Harry) Quinter of Florida, and Cena Himmelreich of Pennsylvania; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, John and George Himmelriech; and two sisters, Barbara Kissinger and Linda Reider.
Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorials can be made to the Kinzua Valley Trail Club, 31 CCC Rd., Village of Westline, Mt. Jewett, PA 16740.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Condolences can be made to: Susan L. Himmelreich, 175 CCC Rd. Westline, PA. 16740
Mary Lou Hoffman, 94, formerly of Port Allegany, PA passed away Thursday (March 2, 2023) in Sena Kean Manor.
Born March 24, 1928, in Keating Township, PA, she was a daughter of Clarence D. and Hazel I. Burdick Church.
Mary Lou was a lifetime resident of the area and attended both Smethport & Bradford schools, graduating from Bradford High School, class of 1946.
She had worked for George’s Restaurant, Roulette, as a bookkeeper for Bidwell-Chev Olds, Port Allegany, Carlson’s General Store, Turtlepoint, and with McKean County VNA, as a home health aide, before retiring.
She was a member of the former Evangelical United Methodist Church, Port Allegany, where she played the organ & piano and was choir director for several years. She also played piano & organ for several area churches over the years.
She enjoyed knitting, sewing, and embroidery, as well as growing flowers and working puzzles. Most of all, she enjoyed her family, who she knitted slippers and dish cloths whenever needed.
Mary Lou was very sociable and enjoyed visiting with family & friends.
Surviving are two sons, Ralph E. Hoffman of Port Allegany, Royce E. (Diane) Hoffman of Martinez, GA; three daughters, Sharon D. Parrish of Zephyrhills, Fl, Scarlett D. (Lester) Pardoe of Forksville, PA, Eunice R. (Scott) Freer of Cyclone; 15 grandchildren, several great-grand-children, and several great-great grandchildren; a brother, Roy (Dorothy) Church of Chaffee, NY; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant son, a granddaughter, Amy Hoffman, three brothers: Wayne, Ronald, and Glenn Church; two sisters, Donna Fiedler and Twila Best; and a son-in-law, Phillip Parrish.
Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Wednesday in the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany, where a funeral service will be held Thursday (Mar. 9, 2023) at 11 a.m. with Rev. Allen Young, pastor of the East Smethport United Christian Church, officiating. Burial will be in Fairmount Cemetery, Smethport.
Memorials can be made to the Port Allegany Senior Center.
Condolences can be made Eunice R. Freer, P.O. Box 113, Cyclone, PA 16726
Ronald L. Danielson Jr., 58, of 149 Constitution Ave., Bradford, passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at his residence.
Born on February 5, 1965, in Bradford, Ronald L. Danielson Jr. was a son of the late Ronald L. and Ruth E. (Wherry) Danielson Sr.
He graduated from Bradford Area High school and earned an associate degree from Olean Business Institute. Ronald would later go on to work for Zippo and Bradford Forest Products.
Surviving are two sons, Ceegan (Fiancée Elizabeth) Danielson, of Bradford and Tanner (Amy) Danielson, of Bradford, and one brother Timothy (Kathie) Danielson of Portland IN.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
At the family’s request there will be no visitation. Burial will be in Mt. Nebo Cemetery, in Mt Jewett.
Funeral services are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made at the family’s request to:
On Monday, February 27, 2023 the Belmont family unexpectedly lost their family patriarch. Kirk Edward Belmont, 77, passed from this life into the arms of Jesus in his home in Kissimmee, Florida.
Kirk was born on March 26,1945 in Niagara Falls, N.Y.. He was the eldest son of William and Oakla (Bailey) Belmont. On August 27,1966 in Albany, New York, he married the love of his life, “his blue-eyed angel”, Judy Ann Howard. Kirk was an amazing man of God who led his family by example. Every morning he could be found sitting in his favorite chair studying his Bible and praying for each loved one by name. Kirk loved the Lord with his whole heart desiring to share his faith with all he knew. He was an intelligent, kind, giving, gentle, sacrificial, and loving man. Kirk accomplished anything he set his mind to, giving God the glory. He was a jack-of-all trades and thrived on solving problems.
Kirk earned a mechanical engineering degree from University of Buffalo and an M.B.A. from Rochester Institute of Technology. In 1967, Kirk began his career working for Bell Aerospace Systems, then Kodak, and then Mobile Chemical where he was employed for the majority of his career. He retired in 2000.
Kirk raised his family in Fairport, New York and then split his retirement years between Fairport and Kissimmee, Florida. He found pleasure in playing pickleball, softball, bowling, and presiding over the New York Club. Spending time with his wife and family was what brought him the most joy. He attended First Orlando Baptist Church in Orlando, Florida and North Ridge in Rochester, New York.
He is survived by his beloved wife Judy Ann Belmont of 56 years, his son Kirk (Valerie) Belmont Jr., daughter Kathleen (Lowell) Olsen, and son Kevin (Sheryl) Belmont. He leaves behind his twelve grandchildren Kirk (Thoko) Belmont, Erika Belmont, Landen (Paige) Olsen, Alexander Belmont, Lathanael Olsen, Kenton (Hannah) Belmont, Allison Belmont, Abigail Belmont, Leighland Olsen, Brock Belmont, Lynden Olsen, and Kaeden Belmont, and two great-granddaughters, Kendall Belmont and Amara Belmont. He is survived by his sister Jane (William) Adams, and sister Barbara (Joe) Pulvino and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, his brother, Douglas Belmont, and one grandchild, Luke Belmont.
Family and friends may call from 12 noon to 1pm on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, 118 South Union Street, Shinglehouse, Pennsylvania, where funeral services will follow at 1pm with Pastor Brad Files, officiating. Burial will immediately follow in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse, Pennsylvania.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arm of Hope in Ghana (armofhopeinghana.org), a ministry that reaches children in Accra Ghana, which Kirk faithfully supported for many years.
Kirk’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 Kirk, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Wayne A. Hauber, 77, formerly of 568 Center Street, St. Marys, passed away Monday, March 6, 2023, at Brighton Rehabilitation and Wellness Center in Beaver, PA. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
Pearl B. Hokensen, 82, of 80 Holley Avenue, Bradford, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at Olean General Hospital.
Born September 10, 1940, in Portville, NY, she was a daughter of the late Jerome and Sarah (Howard) Swartz. She attended Portville schools.
On January 20, 1978, she married Carl H. Hokensen who preceded her in death on December 15, 1988.
Prior to her marriage she worked at Johnny’s Lunch in Jamestown. She was proudest to say she was a stay-at-home mom for her children and grandchildren.
Pearl was a member of the Bolivar Drive Baptist Church, and a former member of the Marche, VFW, and Italian Clubs.
Surviving are two daughters, Carla (Tim) Scheidemantle, of Butler, and Irene (Christopher) Salonis, of Bradford, one son, William (Michelle) Hokensen, of Bradford, five grandchildren, Will Hokensen, Selina (Josh) Tupper, Robert (David Gill) Work, Johnathon Shroyer, and Angela (Patrick) Beckwith, seven great grandchildren, one sister, Beatrice Holtzapple, of Seven Springs and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one infant daughter, Mary Elizabeth Hokensen, and nine brothers, and sisters.
Family will receive friends on Saturday, March 11, 2023, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Bradford Baptist Church, at 7:00 pm a Celebration of Life will be held with the Rev. Dan Mills, Pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to the American Lung Association or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Fred Robinson, 87, of Bradford, passed away February 14, 2023.
Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at 11:00 am in the Sawyer Evangelical Church with Pastor Homer Williams, officiating.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
