Dorothy K. “Dot” Leslie, 96, of The Fountains at Dubois, and formerly of Ridgway, PA.
Dorothy K. “Dot” Leslie, 96, of The Fountains at Dubois, and formerly of Ridgway, died on Saturday, June 8, 2024, following a lengthy illness.
She was born on November 23, 1927, in Providence, Rhode Island, the daughter of the late Claude L. and Mina Hopps Kessler.
On November 14, 1957, she married the late Robert E. Leslie, who preceded her in death on April 6, 2019. Together they shared more than 61 years of love and marriage.
Dot resided in Ridgway since 1960 and was a member of the United Methodist Church. She loved to read a good murder mystery, as well as making quilts and spending time quilting with the ladies in the local quilting group. She also liked to play dominoes with her friends in the dominoes group. Dot could often be found working in her flower beds and watching the birds. She had a great sense of adventure and traveled all over, far and wide.
MoreBart Raymond Saunders, 59, of Orlando, FL and Ellicottville, NY
Bart Raymond Saunders, 59, of Orlando, FL and Ellicottville, NY, passed away peacefully at home on June 3, 2024.
He was born on November 29, 1964, in Ridgewood, NJ, a son to the late Raymond and Mary Jo (Long) Saunders. At the age of five, he moved to Bradford, where he spent his childhood and later graduated from Bradford Area High School in 1982.
Bart pursued higher education at Rollins College in Winter Park, FL earning a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 1986. He was a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity where he made many close life-long friends. He went on to obtain his master’s in public administration from the University of Central Florida in 1989. Bart’s passion for law led him to attend Barry University, where he graduated with a Juris Doctorate cum laude in 2000. During his time at Barry University, he served as an Executive Editor of the Barry Law Review. He became a member of The Florida Bar and was also a member of the Attorneys Title Fund. Bart had a successful career practicing residential and commercial real estate law, handling business disputes and probate cases. He established his own law office, Saunders & Saunders P.A. and made many close friends during his career.
Bart’s love story began when he met his wife, Lisa Saunders (née Mancini), at a luncheon in Orlando. Interestingly, fate brought them together again two months later when they coincidentally dined at the same restaurant. This encounter sparked their relationship, and they were married on November 13, 1993, at the Grand Floridian Resort in Walt Disney World. The location held special significance for both Bart and Lisa, as well as their families. They were married for 30 years and spent many wonderful times together. Together, they had three children: Alexis Grace Saunders, Haley Elizabeth (Kyle) Germain, and Sydney Faith Saunders. Bart adored his daughters and cherished the time spent with “his girls”, as well as his family and friends.
In his leisure time, Bart enjoyed sailing in the Tampa Bay Area in Florida and on Lake Chautauqua in New York. He also had a passion for skiing and took pride in watching his daughters compete in skiing and snowboarding events along the East Coast. Additionally, Bart loved spending time outside and with his dogs, Olaf and Sven. He also had great musical talents and found joy in playing the piano and guitar and enjoyed sharing music with others.
Above all else, Bart’s proudest accomplishment in life was the love he had for his family and friends. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Bart is survived by his wife, three daughters, one brother Robert (the late Duane) Saunders, one sister, Susan Saunders, and nieces and nephews.
Friends will be invited to attend a Celebration of Life to honor Bart’s memory at a location and date to be announced. Interment will be in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Local arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in any way chosen and are all equally welcome.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Wellsville Police Blotter
Friday, June 7, 2024
Wellsville Police arrested Samuel S. Russo, age 44 of Wellsville, charging him with Public Lewdness (Class B Misdemeanor). The charge stems from an incident that took place on the Bolivar Road. Russo was processed, issued an appearance ticket and released. Russo is due to appear in Wellsville Village Court on June 18th at 4:30 pm.
Carrol A. Vecellio, 82, of 124 Clarence Street, Bradford, PA.
Carrol A. Vecellio, 82, of 124 Clarence Street, Bradford, passed away Monday, June 10, 2024, at The Pavilion at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born October 24, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Thelma (Casher) Homan. Carrol was a 1959 graduate of State College High School, and she attended Mansfield State University where she met her husband Joe.
On January 4, 1962, in the Rectory of St. Bernard Church, she married Joseph P. Vecellio, who survives.
Carrol was a volunteer in the kitchen at St. Bernard School and Bradford Central Christian High School. She had a passion for quilting and was a member and Past President of the Kinzua Quilters. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
MoreDavid Bruce Walters, 72, of Warren, PA
David Bruce Walters, 72, of Warren, PA, died on Sunday, June 09, 2024, in his home.
He was born in Butler, PA on June 15, 1951, the son of the late James Hampton and Mary Lou (Glace) Walters. Dave was a 1969 graduate of Butler High School. He then graduated from Gannon University and was a member of the Delta Sigma Pi Fraternity. Dave enjoyed hunting, especially turkey hunting, fishing, and the outdoors. In his youth he played as a semi pro rugby player. After retirement Dave enjoyed his time being spent at his camp here in Warren.
David is survived by his loving daughter Stephanie Grayson and her husband Tory of Mount Pleasant, SC; grandchildren, Wesley, Warren, and Harper Grayson; brother, Thomas Walters and wife Stacy of Petrolia, PA, and sister, Sandra Sandrick and husband Daniel of Erie, PA.
A Celebration of David’s life and small service will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 11:00 am in the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East Street Warren, PA. Family will receive friends for one hour prior from 10:00 to 11:00 am in the funeral home. Family will have a gathering at David’s home immediately following the funeral home service. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through a charity of one’s choice. Email condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
Cuba Police Department Makes Arrest
On June 7th, 2024 at approximately 1:30 AM, Cuba Police arrested Katherine M. Loomis (36) of Delevan, NY.
Loomis was arrested on a bench warrant for failure to appear on charges of endangering the welfare of a child (3 counts, Class A Misdemeanors), criminal use of drug paraphernalia 2nd, sub 3 (Class A Misdemeanor), criminal use of drug paraphernalia 2nd, sub 2 (Class A Misdemeanor), criminal possession of a controlled substance 7th (Class A Misdemeanor), criminal sale of a controlled substance 5th (2 counts, Class D Felonies) and criminal possession of a controlled substance 3rd (Class B Felony).
Loomis was processed, placed in front of a judge and sent to the Allegany County Jail on $25,000.00 bail. Loomis is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Anyone with any information on narcotic activity in the Town or Village is urged to contact our office at 585-968-1666 or via email at tips@cubapd.org.
Richard Dale Forster, 87, of 10075 Tyler Road, Penfield, PA
Richard Dale Forster, 87, of 10075 Tyler Road, Penfield, PA, passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024 at the Ridgeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Curwensville.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Dale will be held in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00AM, with the Rev. Fr. Frank Ziemkiewicz, OSB, celebrating and the Rev. Thomas Curry, Pastor, OSB, concelebrating. The family will gather in the Church at 9:30AM to greet people prior to Mass. Full military rites will be accorded by the St. Marys Servicemen’s Burial Detail. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 325 Church Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 or to Bennett’s Valley Ambulance, PO Box 48, Penfield, PA 15849.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com
Linda L. Wilson, 77, of Kersey, PA
Linda L. Wilson, 77, of Kersey, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Penn Highlands Dubois.
She was born on October 13, 1946, in Ridgway, the daughter of the late Carl A. and Grace Wright Dietz.
On June 29, 1968, at St. Leos Church, she married John Wilson of Kersey, who survives.
Linda was a graduate of Elk County Catholic High School and a member of St. Boniface Church. She retired from Northwest Bank after 13 years of service. Linda was an accomplished seamstress, always taking great pride in her work. She enjoyed listening to music and going dancing, and she never turned down the chance to spend time with family and friends.
In addition to her husband, Linda is survived by 3 sons; Jason P. Wilson and his wife Erin of Weedville, Cain B. Wilson and his wife Carol of St. Marys, and Nathan M. Wilson and his wife Ginny of St. Marys, and by 3 grandchildren; Makalie Wilson, Dempcey Wilson, and Alaina Wilson. She is also survived by a brother; Gary Dietz and his wife Joyce of St. Marys, and by a sister Paula Calabrese and her husband Tom of Erie, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a granddaughter; Lily, and by a brother; Carl Dietz.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Linda L. Wilson will be held on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the St. Boniface Church, 355 Main St, Kersey, PA 15846, with Fr. Justin Pino officiating,
Burial will be in the Parklawn Memorial Gardens.
Family and friends will be received at the St. Boniface Church from 10:30 AM until the time of the mass.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Fox Township Fire Department.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Potter County Fair livestock entries are due June 15
All livestock entries are due June 15 to either Beth Bell for sheep and goats or Judi Turton for beef, dairy, horse, rabbit and swine. Also, all camping reservations are due then to Judi Turton.
We will be at the fair’s office on June 15 from 1 pm to 3 pm to collect entries! Beth and Judi will also have drop boxes at our homes for you to leave your entries if you would rather not put them in the mail! If you have any questions, please contact one of us. Fair books are available online and should be out in book form next week! See everyone at the fair!
Lawmakers Push to Protect Children from Internet Predators
HARRISBURG — Reps. Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny) and Jessica Benham (D-Allegheny) and Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-Allegheny) came together today to announce they have introduced Alicia’s Law in the House and Senate to fund the prosecution of technology-facilitated child sexual exploitation and internet crimes against children.
They were joined at the press conference by Alicia Kozak, who was abducted from her Pittsburgh home by an internet predator at the age of 13 in 2002. She became the first known case of such a crime. Alicia was chained and held captive in the perpetrator’s dungeon in Virginia. He livestreamed the abuse, and Alicia was rescued thanks to an anonymous tip to the FBI. Since her rescue, Alicia has been an outspoken advocate for internet safety by working to educate the public and policymakers about the dangers of online predators and ways to end predatory crime.
“Since the horrendous events Alicia endured, internet crimes against children have exploded partially due to the proliferation of social media apps and smartphone usage,” Ortitay said. “As the father of a preschool daughter, we need to send a message to perpetrators that they cannot hide online. We will find you and prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law.”
MoreCoudersport Regional Advanced Life Support Service Announcement for Declined Contracts
The Board of Directors, volunteers, and staff of the Coudersport Volunteer Ambulance Association (CVAA) and the Coudersport Regional Advanced Life Support (ALS) have been hard at work to posture our agency to better respond to your needs and the needs of the community it covers.
We reviewed our current joint billing agreement (contract) this year and have determined that certain changes were required to effectively deliver advanced emergency medical services (ALS) to the community. There are a lot of requirements and increased expenses including numerous medications and advanced equipment that go into ensuring that we can provide ALS (paramedic) services when called upon. Our ALS coverage operates 24/7 to provide advanced care to patients in emergency medical situations throughout Potter County and surrounding counties.
This year, our ALS organization proposed an agreement that would allow for joint billing with each local ambulance company. Thus meaning, CVAA would provide ALS services in support of the local ambulance services in your area, and in return, the local transporting ambulance service would bill the patient’s provided health insurance company for payment of all services, all in one bill submission. In conjunction to this, the Coudersport ALS (owned by CVAA) would then either submit an invoice to the local ambulance service for an agreed upon fixed charge that is set at an agreed amount per intercept call (which is lower than the rate charged to the patient directly for ALS services without the agreed contract). The billing agreement also gave the option for a reasonable split payment after fees are collected from a joint billing company. The local ambulance service (BLS) would keep a larger portion of the payment received and the ALS would acquire the remaining balance paid by insurance.
The joint billing agreements were incorporated to benefit the local patients serviced by providing a mechanism in which major health insurers, including the government, would be able to pay for BOTH the BLS transporting agency services and our ALS services without risking non-coverage or insurance denials. This would also include members with memberships to local ambulance companies, as they would be covered by the agreement and not have an out-of-pocket expense for ALS service charges.
Joint billing agreements/contracts were addressed at multiple county emergency service council meetings and sent out to each local ambulance association across the entire Potter County, portions of Tioga County, as well as McKean and Cameron Counties, that we currently service for ALS. Final correspondence was set for May 1, 2024.
Starting June 1, 2024, if we do not have an agreement/contract on file with your local ambulance service, we will be removing our ALS (paramedic services) from the initial 911 dispatch for that coverage area. Tioga County 911 coordinator is aware of these possible actions.
If your local BLS service declines this contract, additional steps must be made to request our ALS for an additional resource for patient care. After a BLS crew has made a patient assessment on scene, then they may request for an additional resource of ALS, then our ALS may respond if available. Remember this could delay proper patient care, and the local BLS services are also aware of this decision.
If requested for ALS services, we will be forced to directly send a bill to the patient being rendered care. These patients would be reliable to pay for ALS coverage services out-of-pocket, which would amount to a fixed fee ranging from $600.00 to $650.00 per ALS service rendered. This fee may increase at any time. Without these joint billing agreements, it places patients in an untenable financial position, as ALS claims typically are NOT covered by insurance when billed separately therefore the patient is then responsible for the entire ALS service billed. Insurnace companies only pay the claim submitted by the transporting agency so essentially without a joint billing agreement (joint claim) the claims would have to be billed separately.
We encourage all residents to contact your local Ambulance Associations and municipalities if you have any comments, questions, or concerns about their final decision and if an agreement has been contracted. We would also like to give our thanks to Shinglehouse Ambulance for their continued dedication towards our ALS services. You may also contact the Coudersport Volunteer Ambulance Association, the Coudersport Regional Advanced Life Support EMS Manager or Board of Directors if you have questions about the proposed contracts.
PennDOT Announces Bridge Replacement, Detour, in McKean County
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that a bridge replacement project including a detour around the project site will begin in Otto Township, McKean County on Tuesday, June 18. The bridge is located on Route 346 spanning Tram Hollow Run. This will improve safety and ride quality for motorists by replacing the bridge and bringing the quality to a higher standard.
Route 346 (Main Street/Derrick Road) will be closed, and work will begin June 18. The detour will utilize Route 246 (Looker Mountain Trail) and Route 646 (Summit Road) where each route intersects with 346, routing traffic around the project for a detour length of approximately 12.5 miles.
The existing bridge structure will be removed and replaced with a pre-cast box culvert type bridge. Bob Cummins Construction is the contractor on this $1.5 million project. PennDOT anticipates completion in August, but all work is weather dependent.
PennDOT Announces Bridge Replacement Project in Elk County
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced a bridge replacement project will begin in Horton Township in Elk County on Monday, June 17. The bridge is situated on Route 2011 (Brandy Camp Road) spanning Karnes Run. This will improve safety and ride quality for motorists by replacing the bridge and bringing the quality to a higher standard.
Route 2011 will be closed and work will begin June 17, under a detour. The detour will utilize Route 2011 (Brandy Camp Road), Route 219 (Buffalo Pittsburg Highway), and Route 948 (Kersey Road).
The structure is 16 feet long and carries an average of 378 vehicles daily. In addition to replacement of the bridge structure, the road surface around the bridge will also be improved as part of this project. PennDOT anticipates completion at the end of July, but all work is weather dependent.
Cutler Applauds House Passage of Biomarker Legislation
HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) Monday applauded the bipartisan House passage of legislation he co-prime sponsored to require insurance coverage of biomarker testing in Pennsylvania.
“Biomarker testing not only saves money by providing precision medicine to better treat diseases like cancer and ALS, but—more importantly—it produces better outcomes for patients,” Cutler said. “I thank my House colleagues on both sides of the aisle for supporting this legislation, which is so important to Pennsylvanians, their families, and caretakers who are working together to fight complex disease.”
Cutler noted his work with Rep. Kyle Mullins (D-Lackawanna) and many other stakeholders in getting the legislation through the House.
“This legislation is personal to not only Rep. Mullins and me, but also to many Pennsylvanians who are hoping for a better future in fighting complex diseases,” Cutler said. “I will continue working with all stakeholders to engage the Senate on final legislation so we can deliver on the coverage of precision medicine for Pennsylvania patients and families who are looking for a little relief in difficult circumstances.”
House Bill 1754 passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives with a vote of 200 to 1. It now heads to the Senate for consideration.
Catherine J. Sherwood, 77, of Eldred, PA
Port Allegany – Catherine J. Sherwood, 77, of Eldred, PA passed away unexpectedly, on Saturday (June 8, 2024) at her home.
She was born April 22, 1947 in Waverly, NY, the daughter of Elmer and Edith (Bailey) Beach. On May 29, 1993, in Newell Creek, she married Delaney D. Sherwood, who survives.
Mrs. Sherwood was a homemaker tending to the needs of her family.
She enjoyed crocheting and cooking.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by:
MoreEleanor SEBASTIAN, 91, of Genesee, PA
Eleanor SEBASTIAN, 91, of Genesee, PA, died Saturday, June 8, 2024 in UPMC Coudersport. Born May 19, 1933, in Wellsville, NY, she was the daughter of Harold and Hazel M. Ritter Johnson.
On December 26, 1951, in Genesee, she married John H. Sebastian, Jr., who predeceased her on July 6, 2000.
She was a lifelong Seventh-day Adventist and a member of the Wellsville Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Eleanor’s beautiful flower gardens were a labor of love and enjoyed by passers-by for decades. She loved the birds and hummingbirds that congregated in her gardens.
MoreServices For: Theodore M. “Ted” Barrett, 85, of 68 East Warren Road, Custer City, PA
Theodore M. “Ted” Barrett, 85, of 68 East Warren Road, Custer City, PA passed away Thursday, February 8, 2024, at the Sena Kean Manor.
Family will receive friends on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Saturday, at the Hill Memorial United Methodist Church, followed by funeral services at 11:00 with Rev. Jay Tennies, pastor officiating. Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Wellsville Police Blotter
Wellsville N.Y. Police Department
Friday, June 7, 2024
Wellsville Police arrested Ashley J. Taber, age 35 of Wellsville, charging her with Burglary 3rd (Class D Felony), Criminal Possession of Stolen Property 5th (Class A Misdemeanor), Conspiracy 5th (Class A Misdemeanor) and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th (Class A Misdemeanor).
The charges stem from incidents that took place on West State Street. Wellsville Police also charged Danny W. Logue, age 24 of Wellsville and Eric T. Logue, age 44 of Wellsville, with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property 5th (Class A Misdemeanor) following a search warrant on Clark Street.
Taber was processed and arraigned before Wellsville Village Justice Thompson. Taber was released and is due back in Wellsville Village Court on June 18th at 4:30 pm.
The Logue’s were both issued appearance tickets and released. The Logue’s are both due to appear in Wellsville Village Court on June 18th at 4:30 pm.
Roadway Improvement Project Continues on Route 414 and Blockhouse Road in Liberty Borough, Tioga County
Motorists are advised that a two-year roadway improvement project continues on Route 414 (Water Street), Route 2005 (Blockhouse Road), and Route 2007 (Williamson Road) in Liberty Borough and Liberty Township, Tioga County.
The week of Monday, June 10, 2024, the contractor, Glenn O. Hawbaker, will continue stream relocation on Route 414 (High Street) between the intersection of Blockhouse Road and the North Penn Liberty High School. Motorists can expect single lane conditions with flagging. Work continues with utility relocations, cross pipe replacements, and drainage work in relation to the to replace the 84-inch culvert on Route 414.
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