Robert A. Raught of 200 Pleasant Street, PA.
Robert A. Raught of 200 Pleasant Street, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at the Olean General Hospital following an illness.
Bob was born January 8, 1954 in Kane, PA and was the son of Donald E. and Margaret Audine Mulvihill Raught. Bob married Phyllis Jean Freeman who predeceased him on October 22, 2002.
Bob worked with his dad at his body shop, Don’s Body and he also worked other various jobs.
Dorothy Lucille EBERSOLD, 95, of Galeton, PA
Dorothy Lucille EBERSOLD, 95, of Galeton, PA, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Kaye L. Little, 85, of Columbia Hill Smethport, PA.
Kaye L. Little, 85, of Columbia Hill Smethport, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, at her residence, with her family by her side.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Richard “Dick” J. Cavallero, 85, of Bradford, PA
Richard “Dick” J. Cavallero, 85, of Bradford, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on March 1, 1939, in Bradford, he was the son of the late Dominic Francis and Mary Margaret (Persichini) Cavallero.
On June 20, 1969, in Bradford, he married Ann (Freaney) Cavallero, who survives.
Dick graduated in 1957 from St. Bernard Catholic High School. After high school, he was employed by Felmont Oil before completing the 10-week Basic Field Course for Municipal Policemen. He then began his 38-year career with the City of Bradford Police Department on May 21, 1962, serving as Chief of Police for 10 of those years until his retirement on January 1, 2001
Adam Johnson Selected to NAWDP Leadership Academy
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College Vice President of Workforce Development, Adam Johnson, was recently selected to take part in the National Association of Workforce Development Professional’s (NAWDP) inaugural Leadership Academy cohort. Offered in partnership with the University of Georgia’s J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development, this transformative program empowers workforce professionals to elevate their leadership impact. The Academy is designed to empower and equip leaders with the essential skills, knowledge, and innovative strategies needed to drive transformational change within the workforce development sector.
NAWDP is a professional association representing individual workforce development and human resources practitioners, who connect jobseekers, educators, and companies to advance the American economy. The organization provides professional development, resources, and certification credibility to individuals seeking to thrive in the workforce development industry as thought leaders and innovators. As the leading advocate for workforce development professionals, NAWDP builds relationships and connections with other industry-leading organizations to challenge and collaborate for the advancement of the industry. NAWDP ‘s mission is to enrich the workforce development community by connecting and advancing workforce professionals through building innovative partnerships.
Richard D. Hixenbaugh, 77, of Smethport, PA.
Richard D. Hixenbaugh, 77, of Smethport, passed away Friday (January 10, 2025) at Olean General Hospital.
He was born October 14, 1947 in Smethport, the son of Floyd K. and Lula (Himelrick) Hixenbaugh. He was married to Nancy Conley on April 20, 1974. She died on September 26, 2018.
Richard was a graduate of Smethport Area High School and had worked over the years in several places as a produce manager.
He was a member of the American Legion; Bucktail Post #138 of Smethport. He enjoyed playing guitar and singing, spending time with family, and riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles. He was an avid hunter and gun fanatic.
Phyllis Bonneau, 94, of Smethport, PA.
Phyllis Bonneau, 94, of Smethport, passed away on Monday (January 13, 2025) at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport, with family by her side.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.
Catherine A. Jordan, 82, of Ridgway
Catherine A. Jordan, 82, of Ridgway, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at Elk Haven Nursing Home.
She was born on August 2, 1942, in Oxford, PA, the daughter of the late Frank and Helen Marson McCory.
On June 20, 1959, she married the late Ronald B. Jordan, who preceded her in death on August 1, 2014.
PAHS District Jazz Band
Aidan Clark and Madison Fillhart were selected through audition to participate in the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 2 Jazz Band.
The students will travel to Corry Area HS February 13-14, 2025 where they will rehearse with their band and present a public concert on Friday night at 6:00 PM. Aidan and Madison will be working with Mr. Jerry Black, one of four guest conductors for the event. Mr. Black is retired from the Union City School District.
Dorothy M. Bon, 96, a resident of Kane Lutheran Home and formerly of 455 Wolfel Avenue, St Marys
Dorothy M. Bon, 96, a resident of Kane Lutheran Home and formerly of 455 Wolfel Avenue, St Marys, passed away peacefully Monday, January 13, 2025 at Kane Lutheran Home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
ServSafe Food Safety Certification
ServSafe is a certification program developed by the Restaurant Association Education Foundation. The course meets certification requirements for individuals who are responsible for the safe handling of food in restaurants, schools, elder care facilities, lodges, bed and breakfasts, community centers, and other food concessions (organizations or businesses that sell or prepare food regularly).
This course, taught by Rick Kralj, Penn State Educator, is scheduled for Thursdays, February 27 and March 6, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Education Council’s Coudersport office. The cost is $165/person. The registration deadline is Thursday, February 20th. To register, call (877) 489-1398 or go to http://extension.psu.edu/food-safety/serv-safe.