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ALTMAN Alan E.
Age 69, of 111 Harvey St., Westfield, PA, died June 26, 2009 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. He was born March 28, 1940 in Elmira, NY, the son of C. Earl and Clerice Seamans Altman. He retired from CNG Corp. in 1996, was a member of the Westfield United Methodist Church, life member of the NRA and a member of the Westfield Lodge #477 F&AM. He is survived by his wife, Vivian; sons, Matthew T. Altman, Springville, NY, Andrew S. (Stephanie) Altman, Westfield, PA, Benjamin E. (Jessica) Altman, Bedford, PA; daughter, Sarah D. Altman, Marietta, OH; grandson, Jonathan V.T. Altman, Westfield, PA; sister, Jane (Robert) Empfield, Indiana, PA; several nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield, PA, Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where funeral services will be held Monday at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Deborah Watkins officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Westfield United Methodist Church, 158 Church St., Westfield, PA 16950; or the American Diabetes Association American Diabetes Association American Diabetes Association American Diabetes Association, 1660 Duke St., Alexandria, VA 22314.   Published in the Star-Gazette from 6/27/2009 - 6/28/2009

ATKINSON - Emma Louise MALONEY, 86, of Waverly, died Friday, July 3 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa.  Born Aug. 11, 1922 in Troy, Pa., the daughter of the late Louise HOYLE and CLARK Atkinson, and loving wife of the late Gerald M. Maloney.  Emma has been a resident of the Valley since 1961, coming from Troy, Pa. She was a member of the Blessed Trinity Parish Saint James Church in Waverly, and a member of the choir there. She was a volunteer for many years at the food pantry. Emma loved arts and crafts, playing the guitar and, most of all, loved her family and her friends.  Mrs. Maloney is survived by her loving family — her daughters, Theresa Diane (Clifford) BENNETT and Rosemary Ann (Kenneth) SOPER, all of Waverly; and her son, David Michael MALONEY, also of Waverly. Thirteen grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandson also survive Emma.  Emma is also survived by her sister, Shirley WRIGHT of Elmira, N.Y.; her brother, Robert ATKINSON of Beaver Dams, N.Y.; and her special friends, Sandy LEWIS of Lockwood, N.Y., and Jen LATTIMER of Waverly, N.Y.; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  A Memorial Mass to celebrate her life will be held Friday, July 10 at 10 a.m. at Blessed Trinity Parish Saint James Church in Waverly. Interment will follow at St. James Cemetery. Those wishing may direct memorial donations in Emma’s name to the Stained Glass Window Restoration Fund in care of Blessed Trinity Parish St. James Church. Arrangements are with the Luckner Funeral Home, 449 Park Ave., Waverly, N.Y.  06 July 2009 Sayre Morning Times.

BERNARD Raoul "Ray"
died on June 21st, 2009 at Palms Center in Kissimmee, FL. Ray was born in Worth, NY, May 24, 1932. He married Barbara Heath on October 2, 1954. Survivors include his wife, Barbara, Kissimmee, FL; sons, Paul Bernard, Gerry Bernard (Julie), Tom Bernard (Lourie) Horseheads, NY; daughter, Heather Beardslee (Ed), Kissimmee, FL; 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. The family will hold a celebration of Ray's life later in Horseheads, NY.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/1/2009

BLY - TOBEY Helen B.
of Founder's Pavilion died on June 23, 2009, largely as she had lived, with dignity, grace, and on her own terms. Helen Gertrude Bly was born May 11, 1919 to Dan and Grace (Killegrew) Bly. She was raised on their farm in East Caton and became active in Chemung County 4-H and into her adult life. She graduated from the Corning Free Academy in 1935 and from Geneseo State Normal School in 1939. She received her BS from Geneseo in 1951 and earned graduate credits at Elmira, Ithaca and Cortland Colleges in a teaching career of over 33 years. She married the late Franklin J. Tobey in 1940 and had a daughter Carol, who died in infancy, and a son, Franklin Eugene, of Latham NY, who survives. She was divorced in 1958. A sister, June L. Bly, died in 2008. Mrs. Tobey commenced her teaching of generations of students in Caton's rural districts: Kelly Hill, Hittown, East Hill, and Tobeytown, and with the consolidation in 1956, she continued to teach elementary grades at Severn, Caton, South Corning and Gregg schools. She was an officer in the Corning Teachers Association and an original member of the Steuben Educators Federal Credit Union. Upon retirement, she committed herself to volunteer work, serving on the boards of the Council of Churches, Corning Salvation Army, and Caton United Methodist Church. She devoted over 6,000 hours as driver for Meals on Wheels and greeter at the Corning Hospital. She was also able to indulge her lifelong interest in travel with trips with her son in the US and travel abroad with her dear friend, the late Dora McLure. Mrs. Tobey was a member of both First United and Caton United Methodist churches, a life member of the NYS Teachers Association, Corning Senior Citizens, and Pomona, State and National Grange. Her many years were extended by the assistance and care of Danielle Sally, and the ministration of Founder's Pavilion personnel in these last months is inexpressibly appreciated. In keeping with her lifelong desire to be useful, Mrs. Tobey's remains were donated to the Medical School at the University at Rochester. A service at the Caton UMC will be announced later in the summer. Those wishing to, may contribute to the memorial fund at Caton UMC, the Corning Salvation Army, Meals on Wheels, or a charity of choice. Acly-Stover Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/28/2009

BONANTI - HUSTED, Evelyn N.
Age 80, of 1917 Merrick Hill Rd., Knoxville, PA, died July 2, 2009 at Soliders and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. She was born March 12, 1929 in Erie, PA, the daughter of Joseph and Grace Aqualino Bonanti. She was a homemaker and member of the Knoxville VFW Ladies Aux. She is survived by her daughter, Marie Husted and Vance Bieser, Knoxville, PA; special nephew, Joe Husted, Knoxville, PA; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special companion, "Dixie." She was preceded in death by her husband, Sheridan on December 7, 2001. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made to the Knoxville VFW Ladies Aux., Knoxville-Deerfield Vol. Fire Co. or Valley Community Ambulance Assn. Arrangements are in care of the Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland, PA.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/5/2009

 

BRAMHALL – Gladys Bramhall Wilner, pioneering aviatrix, archaeologist, dies at 98.  Gladys Bramhall Wilner, who flew air races against Amelia Earhart and later dug for evidence of early human habitation in America, died Friday June 3, 2009.  She was 98.  Mrs. Wilner, who was known as Peggy, was born in Wyalusing, Pennsylvania.  She trained as a nurse and worked in Brooklyn and Manhattan.  In the early 1930’s she learned to fly after only two hours’ instruction.  She held the first Parachute Rigger License ever earned by a woman, number 192, in 1931.  In the early 1930’s she competed in air races and flew air shows, including the all-woman Annette Gipson Air Race in 1934 at Roosevelt Field, New York (Amelia Earhart won).  In 1932 she was recruited to fly nonstop to Rome from Floyd Bennett Field in New York.  The Bellanca airplane to be flown was named the American Nurse, in honor of Mrs. Wilner, who was the only woman available who was a nurse, a pilot, and parachute jumper.  Scheduled to parachute over Florence, Mrs. Wilner eventually declined to participate (the American Nurse was lost at sea during the attempt).  In later years Mrs. Wilner earned degrees in archaeology from the University of Texas and did field work on early human habitation in the Americas, finding possible evidence that humans inhabited North America earlier than the widely accepted date of 11,000 B.C.  Formerly married to the late Albert Wilner, Mrs. Wilner is survived by her daughter Nadine Beezley of Tucson, Arizona, her son, attorney Norwood S. Wilner, of Jacksonville, Florida, and six grandchildren.  The Times-Union, Jacksonville, FL, 8 July 2009.

BROOKS Eddie
Age 57, originally from Elmira, NY, unexpectedly left us on June 24, 2009. There will be a ceremony for "Eddie" on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Faith Temple Community Church, 722 Standish St. and Harper, Elmira 14901. The repass will be held at 419 West Third St., Elmira, at Mr. and Mrs. Slater's Home.  Published in the Star-Gazette from 6/30/2009 - 7/1/2009

BRUCE - Victor Lee Bruce 31, beloved husband of Melissa McCabe Bruce, of 517 Second St. Towanda, Pa. died Friday, July 3, 2009 at Memorial Hospital, N. Towanda Twp., Pa.  Born Aug. 19, 1977, in Aurora, Ohio, he was the son of Nancy GILLIARD MARKISH.  Victor was a certified electrician apprentice and was formerly employed by Farley Accounting in Towanda and by County Recovery Service.  Victor enjoyed spending time with his stepson, D.J., and his dog Jake, helping others and cooking on the grill. Victor took great pride in caring for his fish.  He is survived by: his wife, Melissa MCCABE Bruce, at home, whom he married on Aug. 30, 2008; his mother, Nancy Markish of Towanda; his stepson, D.J. Knolles; his brothers, Graham Bruce of Wheatland, Wyo., and Mackenzie Bruce of Colorado Springs, Colo.; his nephews, Chase and Cody Bruce; his nieces, Tara and Rayna Bruce; his maternal grandmother, Carolyn Scouten of Pennsylvania; several uncles; and very good friends Joe Leighton and Mike Longcoy.  A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with Pastor Tim Geiger of the Assembly of God Church, Towanda, officiating.  Interment will be private.  05 July 2009, Towanda Daily Review.

BUNKE Edward T.
A longtime resident of Chemung died at his home, Saturday, July 4, 2009 at the age of 79. Born on November 15, 1929 in Elmira, NY, Edward was the son of the late Carl & Clara Cadek Bunke. He married Marianne Forsythe on May 4, 1957 in Southport. Together they raised a loving family and instilled the importance of a strong faith in the Lord in their family. Edward was a longtime member of the Elmira Christian Center where he was very active in the bus ministry for decades. Mr. Bunke was well known as a welder and with his father-in-law, operated Forsythe Welding in Southport until his retirement. His interests were in the outdoors, hunting, fishing and baseball. Surviving is his wife and friend of 52 years, Marianne Forsythe Bunke; their loving children, Lou Ann (Michael) DiPetta, Erin; Robert (Arlene) Bunke, Chemung; Doris (Tom Washburn) Bunke, Horseheads; and Clara (Tom) Tryon, Horseheaeds; longtime family friend, Gladys Snell, Chemung; six grandchildren, Rachael Snyder, Allison DiPetta, Marshall Tryon, Cassidy Tryon, Tenia "Day-Day" Loreto and Nicole Bunke; brothers, Herman Bunke, Horseheads and Fred Bunke, Elmira and many family and church friends. Edward was predeceased by his sister, Louise (Russell) Comereski and his brother, Robert Bunke. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Thursday, July 9, 2009 between the hours of 5-8 p.m. Funeral services for Mr. Bunke will follow the visitation at 8:15. with Pastor Belvy White and Pastor Brian Harris officiating. Memorials may be directed to the Elmira Christian Center Bus Ministry, 235 E. Miller St. Elmira, NY 14904 in Edwards memory.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/7/2009

BYSTROM - SCHOTT Frances Norrine
Age 86, of 113 Underwood Avenue, Elmira, died Monday, July 6th, 2009, at home, surrounded by George, her loving husband and friend of 65 years. Norrine was born the 28th day of December 1922 in Elmira. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Anna Nelson Bystrom. In addition to her husband, George Schott, Norrine is also dearly missed by her children, Richard "Dick" (Eugenie) Schott of West Yarmouth, MA, Nancy Schott of Columbus, OH, Barbara (Larry) Senn of Jamestown, NY; six grandchildren, Susannah (Nate) Criser of West Yarmouth, MA, Amanda (Tom) Price of Charlotte, NC, Kate (Jeff) David of Sacramento, CA, Elizabeth Tussing of Columbus, OH, Ryan (Kelly) Senn of Randolph, NJ, Laura (Adam) Miller of Tonawanda, NY; four great-grandchildren, Abby Criser, Noel Criser, Benjamin Price, and Grant Price; brother, Frank (Dorie) Bystrom of Hobe Sound, FL; brother-in-law, Everett Schott of Elmira; along with several nieces, nephews; and beloved caregivers, Laura, Pat, Porky, Roxanne and Marcia. Calling hours will be held at the Bethany Lutheran Church, 256 South Walnut St., Elmira, NY from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 11th, 2009. Funeral services will begin at the church at 1:00 p.m. Reverend Abigail Zang Hoffman will officiate. A Luncheon Reception will follow immediately in the Fellowship Hall. Norrine will best be remembered for the love she had for her family, home, and baseball. She devoted many volunteer hours in the gift shop of the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, and she was a member of the Bethany Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to the Bethany Lutheran Church, or to the charity of your choice.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/9/2009

CARR - Services were held at the Steward Funeral Parlors in Ardmore, PA, for Mrs. Susan Carr Ramsdell, wife of Florian L. Ramsdell, who died Sunday morning at her home at 38 Hannum Drive, Ardmore, PA, on Mar. 23, 1958. Mrs. Ramsdell came to live in Mansfield as a very young woman. Some years later she and her husband moved to E. Orange, NJ, where Mr. Ramsdell was connected with the American Colortype Co. of Newark, NJ and New York City. Sometime after Mr. Ramsdell's retirement from business, the Ramsdells moved to Ardmore, PA, in order to establish the LEE RAMSDELL & CO., Advertising, now located in the Architects Building, 17th & Sansom Sts., Philadelphia, PA. Mr. Ramsdell is at present Treasurer and his son, F. Lee Ramsdell, Jr. is President. Besides her husband and son, Mrs. Ramsdell is also survived by a daughter, Mrs. F. Adams and five grandchildren. Cousins Mrs. Margaret Wilson and Mr. & Mrs. Colie Starkey live in Mansfield. - Mansfield Advertiser, April 1958

CHRISTIE Theodore Lamont
Better know to his family as "Teddy" and to his friends as "Chris", departed this life on June 16, 2009. He died at the age of 62 from complications of a stroke that occurred in May 2009. Teddy Christie, son of the late Theodore Christie Sr. and Josie Benson Thomas, was born in Elmira, New York on April 11, 1947. He attended public schools in Elmira and Ithaca, New York. He entered the service in 1969 after the death of his stepfather and assumed the father role in his family for several years. Later, as a civilian, Teddy's affiliation with the military expanded when he joined the Department of Defense through its contractor Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). After many promotions and commendations, he finally retired from DISA with 30 plus years of service in February 2009. Throughout Teddy's life he was well known for his charisma, his meticulous, debonair look and distinctive voice. He was just as much at ease in a suit and tie, sitting behind a desk conferring with the Colin Powell aggregate, as he was with being in his apron, cooking on the outdoor barbeque pit he built from the ground up. That accomplishment reflected two of his favorite hobbies: home improvements and cooking - he loved eating and talking about good food. As a young man he was quite the entertainer. He could sing and dance his way into your heart. He had perfected this skill so well, that while in the army he was assigned to sing for the generals. Upon completion of his tour of duty in Korea, Teddy settled in Maryland with his new wife Edith. This union resulted in the birth of his only child, Theda. He later married Grace Watson Brown who deceased in 2003. Teddy was truly unique; his personality could only be described as "bigger than life" - he could tell a story or joke like no one else and could often be found "holding court" at family gatherings. His ability to give you a crazed "Jack Nicholson" over-the-glasses look when you did something silly was usually lightened by a chuckle, a smile and words of his wisdom; words that usually made you laugh. Teddy was a man that once encountered, you couldn't forget - once experienced, always loved. He leaves to cherish his memory, daughter, Theda; brothers, Gregory, Henry and Willie; sisters, Deborah, Carmen, Vickie, and Henrietta; his "other mother," Ethel Goolsby Futrell. He also leaves the woman who was closest to his real mother and willing to whip him, even as an adult, the infamous, "Aunt Jean" of Elmira, New York; and a host of other relatives and friends.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/28/2009

CUNNINGHAM - SHERWOOD Georgina (Jean) Cunningham
Formerly of Elmira, died Thursday, July 5, 2009, at the Francis House in Syracuse, NY after a courageous battle with cancer. She brightened the staff's and visitors' days with her beautiful smile right to the very end. Born to William and Anna Cunningham September 11, 1935. Predeceased by her parents and brother, Robert in 2005. Survived by her husband of 53 years, Glenn Sherwood; daughter, Glenda Sherwood (Vernon) Roberson; sons, Brett (Nancy) and Matt (fiance Laura); grandchildren, Nicholas (Dalia) Cross, Shannon and Brandon Sherwood; and sister, Joyce LaFond of Denton, Texas. She retired from Michael Bome Physical Therapy. She enjoyed knitting, sewing, reading, flower gardening, Bible study and going on "dates" with her husband. She devoted much of her time and effort to her children and grandchildren and her greatest joy was spending time with them. Calling hours 5 - 7 on Sunday, July 5, at Whelan Brothers Funeral Home, Syracuse, NY. Funeral services and burial will be privately attended by the family. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to Francis House, 114 Michaels Ave., Syracuse, NY 13208.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/5/2009

DATES - BRUCE, Nellie Beatrice Age 88, of 48 Colonial Drive, Horseheads and formerly of East Corning, died Thursday, July 2, 2009 at Elcor Health Services, Hickory Knoll North in Horseheads after a lengthy Illness. Nellie was born in Corning on December 27, 1920, the daughter of James and Nellie (Copp) Dates. She was the wife of the late Eli M. Bruce who preceded her in death on October 11, 1998. A graduate of Corning Free Academy, Nellie lived in the area all of her life. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Corning, and the East Corning Vol. Fire Dept. Auxiliary. Nellie enjoyed watching the Buffalo Bills, and raising African violets and she was a former member of the Harris Hillbillies Camping Club.  Nellie is survived by her three sons, Raymond (Sherry) Bruce of Long Valley, NJ, Ronald (Susan) Bruce of Amherst, NY, and James (Pamela) Bruce of Horseheads, NY; granddaughter, Katherine (Patrick) Durgin-Bruce of New York City, NY; grandson David (Tiffany) Bruce of Allentown; granddaughter, Lauren Bruce of St. Louis, MO; grandson, Andrew Bruce of Ithaca, NY; granddaughter, Kristin Bruce of Horseheads, NY; grandson, Matthew Bruce of San Franciso, CA; grandson, Michael Bruce of Horseheads, NY; great-grandchildren, Evelyn Durgan-Bruce and Jasper Durgan-Bruce of New York City, NY. Nellie was predeceased by her daughter, Susan Marie Bruce on Jan 10th, 2004. Friends may call at Phillips Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 17 W. Pulteney St., Corning, NY on Sunday, July 5th from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. Funeral services will take place there on Monday, July 6th at 11:00AM with Rev. James Ellis of the First Baptist Church, Corning officiating. Burial will be in Hope Cemetery in Corning.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/5/2009

DETRICK - H. David Detrick, 45, of Syracuse, N.Y., went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, after a long, courageous battle with brain cancer.   He graduated in 1983 with an A.A.S. degree in electrical engineering technology from SUNY Canton, and he was a 1981 graduate of Homer High School. Mr. Detrick was employed by Sack & Associates as a senior electronical design engineer for 12 years and was formerly employed by Sargent, Webster, Crenshaw and Folley Engineers and was also formerly employed by Palucci Engineering.  He was a member of the Illuminating Engineering Society and a member of the Central New York Architect and Engineer Bowling League and Golf for Fun League at Camillus Country Club. He enjoyed fishing, wine tasting, golfing, bowling, camping, spending time at his camp on Cross Lake, and spending time with his family and friends.  He was predeceased by his brother-in-law and fishing buddy, David D. Fenton.  Mr. Detrick is survived by his wife of 15 years, the former Diane Marie TAYLOR Detrick; his parents, H. Rodney and Lorraine Detrick of Inverness, Fla.; three sisters, Susan D. Fenton of Laceyville, Pa.. Amy (Jeff) Huffman of Laceyville and Nancy A. McLaughlin of Homer, N.Y.; his brothers-in-law, James (Laura) Taylor of Syracuse and Ronald (Linda) Taylor of Liverpool; his sisters-in-law, Nancy Hayes of Port Byron and Susan (Michael) Weld of Liverpool; several nieces and nephews; and his beloved pets: Dooley, Daisy, Darcy, Duncan and Daylily.  Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Goddard-Crandall-Shepardson Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. in Blessed Sacrament Church. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery.  Calling hours are from 4-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, 3111 James St., Syracuse, NY 13206.  Memorial contributions may be made to Americn Cancer Society or the National Brain Tumor Society (www.braintumor.org).  05 July 2009, Towanda Daily Review.

DOCLOS E. Louis
61, of Fleet Cove Rd., Tyrone, NY, died Thursday, July 2, 2009, at his home. He was born January 23, 1948 in Rochester, the son of Emile Louis and Virginia Wittington Duclos. Lou was a teacher in Dansville and Canaseraga, he was then a farmer in Avoca and Cohocton, and finally sold Real Estate and was an antique dealer. Surviving are his daughter, Elizabeth A. Duclos of Rochester; and son, John M. Duclos of Rochester; father, Emile Louis Duclos of Penfield; brother, Phillip Duclos of Macedon; sisters, Donna Allen of Penfield and Christine DiRisio of Rushville; three granddaughters and several nieces and nephews. There are no prior calling hours. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, July 11th, at 11 a.m. at the LaMarche Funeral Home, 35 Main St., Hammondsport, NY, Rev. Paul Rowley will officiate and interment will be in the Tyrone Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the ALS Assoc. Upstate NY Chapter, 890 7th North St. Suite 108, Liverpool, NY 13088.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/7/2009

DOUGLASS Royal Manville Jr.
83, son of Royal and Ruby Artman Douglass, died June 28, 2009 at Otterbein-Lebanon Retirement Community, Lebanon, OH. He is survived by his wife, Ingrid Douglass of the home; three daughters, Carolyn (Andrew) Shuirr of Springfield, OH, Susan (Dan) Rouster of Cincinnati, OH and Martha (Daryl) Schulz of Elk City, KS; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; brothers, Paul of Wheeling, WV and Hugh of Horseheads, NY. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Arthur and James. A graduate of Cornell University, he was employed as a mechanical engineer for Babcock and Wilcox for forty years. In later years, he was past commander of the Knoxville, TN Power Squadron. Services will be held 3 p.m. Friday at the Billow Fairlawn Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., Akron, Ohio 44333, with Rev. Paul Arthur Douglass officiating. Entombment at Rose Hill Burial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home one hour prior to the service Friday. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Ave., Dayton, OH 45420 or Otterbein-Lebanon Retirement Community, Benevolent Care Fund, 585 N. State Route 741, Lebanon, OH 45036-9551.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/1/2009

ENGEL Carol
of Elmira died on Monday, July 6th at The Washington Home. Cancer shortened her young life. She is survived by 3 children, Susan, Jordan and Jennifer and her beloved husband, Logan Chance. She was a long time member of the Glover Park community where she will be missed by neighbors, friends and family. She was a graduate of Elmira College where she made lifelong friendships. There will be a service in September to memorialize her life. It will be held on the 17th at 11:00 at the Hand Chapel on the campus of Mount Vernon College on Foxhall Road. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation in her name to The Washington Home where she was so graciously helped with her transition.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/9/2009

EVANS -  Glen Evans, 71, longtime resident of Ogdensburg, Pa. (Union Township), died unexpectedly on Monday, June 22, 2009, at the Troy Community Hospital.  Glen Milan Evans was born on Nov. 25, 1937, at the family home in Ogdensburg. He was one of eight children born in the family of the late Raymond James and Lila Irene (LEWIS) Evans.  Glen graduated with the 1956 class at Canton High School. After high school, he served with the U.S. Army.  On April 22, 1961, Glen married the former Anita PORTER in the Ogdensburg Church of Christ. They shared 48 years together and raised three children.  A handyman or "Mr. Fix-It," Glen enjoyed staying busy and was able to remain active throughout life. After 25 years of employment at the Ward Foundry in Blossburg, Pa., Glen retired in 1999. He then drove school bus for Canton Schools and worked part-time for Canton's Hess Farm Equipment.  Glen was a member of Ogdensburg Church of Christ and a former Canton Moose Lodge No. 429 member.  He was an active fan and supporter of Canton Warrior sports.   Surviving are his wife, Anita, at home; children, Craig (Cindy) Evans of Little Marsh, Pa., Beth (Buck) Cowan of Woodbridge, Va., and Denise (Max) DeYcaza of Cary, N.C.; seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; five siblings, Raymond (Joyce) Evans of Powhatan, Va., Wilma (Calvin) Saunders of Boyertown, Pa., Ella Meeker of Hughesville, Pa., Alden (Ann) Evans of Trout Run, Pa., and Merlin (Dorothy) Evans of Tabiona, Utah; a sister-in-law, Carol Evans of Canton, Pa.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was predeceased by two brothers, Paul, and an infant, Roland. Calling hours are 6-8 p.m. Friday, June 26, at Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive, in Canton. The funeral service will be 2 p.m. Saturday with the Rev. Duane Taylor officiating. Burial will be private.  In lieu of flowers, those who wish may consider a memorial to the American Red Cross, Rt. 220, Box 215, Monroeton, PA 18832.   24 June 2009, Towanda Daily Review.

FOOTE - Mrs. Catherine Eva Foote (Kay) Ameigh, 82, died at the Skilled Nursing Unit of Memorial Hospital in Towanda, PA, where she has been a resident, early Thursday morning, June 4, 2009. She was formerly of Elmira, NY, Gillett and Wyalusing. She was born in Boston, MA on Jan. 8, 1927, daughter of the late Myron Stockholm and Jessie Ida Johnson Foote. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph West Ameigh. Surviving are two sisters, Loretta Georgina Decker of South Grafton, MA and Ruth Ann Philbrook of Vinalhaven, ME, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by six brothers, Robert Foote, Frank Foote, Dwayne Foote, Clinton Foote, Harry Foote and Walter Foote, and two sisters, Ann Blackstone and Ethel Erwin. Interment will be at a later date at the convenience of the family in the Brookside Cemetery in Franklin Forks, PA. Arrangements were made through the Sheldon Funeral Home, Main St., Laceyville. - Wyalusing Rocket Courier, June 11, 2009

HAMMOND - HARRIS, Joyce A.
Age 84, of River Road in Lindley, NY died Friday, July 3, 2009, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Lindley on October 25, 1924, Joyce was the daughter of Charles and Sarah (Tubbs) Hammond. She married Leland Harris August 26th, 1943, he survives her. Joyce attended school in Painted Post and had been employed as secretary of Leland F. Harris Incorporated for forty five years. She was a member of the Lindley Community Church. She sang in its choir, taught Sunday School held other various positions in the church over the years. Joyce liked to knit, cross stitch, read and spend quality time with her family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Leland; a daughter, Patsy Harris of Lindley; a son, Larry (Jean) Harris of Lindley; two sisters, Kathryn Bott of Everson, WA and Betty Lutz of Rothsville, PA; granddaughers, Holly (Kevin) Piselli of Jamesville, NY and Wendy (Mark) Dupree of Lindley; great-grandson, Garrett Dupree; great-granddaughters, Jordan Dupree of Lindley and Giovanna Piselli of Jamesville; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Joyce was predeceased by sisters Fronia Cambers, Vivian Clarendon, Eunice Bertell, Esther Carpenter, Marion Walter; brothers Leo Hammond, Raymond Hammond, James Hammond and John (Ralph) Hammond. Friends may call Monday, July 6th, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 17 W. Pulteney St. in Corning and Tuesday, July 7th, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Lindley Community Church, corner of Morgan Creek Road and Route 15, Lindley where services will follow at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Ronald Head officiating. A private family burial will be at Fairview Cemetery in Lindley. Memorials may be made to the Lindley Community Church, P.O. Box 94 Lindley, N.Y. 14858 or to Southern Tier Hospice & Palliative Care, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/5/2009

HARKER - SHEPARD, Blanche A.
90, Spencer, died Friday, July 3, 2009, at ElderWood, Waverly, NY. She was born in Danby, NY on November 14, 1918, the daughter of the late Coral and Ethel (Heath) Harker. She was predeceased by daughter, Joyce Mitzel; and husband, Elwin H. Shepard. She is survived by two sons, Gary Shepard, Garnett, Kansas and Dennis Jim (Carla) Shepard, Sutton, Nebraska; grandchildren, great-grandchildren; sister, Betty Davis, Elmira; nieces, nephews and loving friends. Blanche devoted her life to Elwin, enjoying horses traveling, flower gardening and reading. Funeral service will be Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at 2:00 p.m. with calling hours starting at 1:00 p.m. before the service at Allen-Manzer Funeral Home in Spencer. Interment will be in West Danby Cemetery, West Danby, NY.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/5/2009

HUNTER - HARDMAN, Margaret A. "Peggy"
Age 54, of Orchard Drive in Big Flats, NY died Saturday, June 27, 2009 at home surrounded by her loving family.Peggy was born in Corning on May 20, 1955, to Jack and Maureen (Lindsley) Hunter. She married Charles Hardman on December 10, 1988 in New Berlin, NY. She had been employed by Callahan and Hooey as a customer service representative. Her passions included gardening, hummingbirds, her dogs, and spending time with her family. She is survived by her husband Chuck; daughter, Tracey Miller of Mayodan, NC; a step daughter, Vickie Hardman of Syracuse; two sisters, Deborah (David) Moore of Hammondsport and Linda Hunter of Elmira; a brother, William (Sheryl) Hunter of Beaver Dams; three grandchildren, Brianne, Justin, and Kiana; several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles. Margaret was predeceased by her parents and by her son Robert Miller.  Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, July 1st from 6 - 8 PM at Phillips Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 17 W. Pulteney Street in Corning, where funeral services will be held on Thursday at 10:00 AM with Reverend Beth Bouwens officiating. Burial will be in Beaver Dams Cemetery. The family will provide flowers and ask that memorial donations be made in Peggy's name to the Roswell Park Cancer Institute, PO Box 631, Buffalo, NY 14240-9856.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/28/2009

INGERICK - Terry Ingerick, 49, of Monroeville, died suddenly on Thursday, June 11, 2009, at West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born March 20, 1960, in Wellsboro, the son of Harold and Jean Ingerick. Terry graduated from Wellsboro High School in 1978 and Penn State in 1982. He was a senior communications specialist with AT&T. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife of 18 years, Kathryn J. Schlereth Ingerick; daughter, Rebekah Ingerick; brother, Steven (Paula) Ingerick of Taberg, N.Y.; sisters, Connie Ingerick of Lancaster, Vickie (Tony) Severs of Carrollton, Texas, Julie Ingerick of Wellsboro; uncle, Richard (Geri) Kennedy of Wellsboro; aunt, Helen (Vic) Mahosky of Waterville; mother-in-law, Bernadette Schlereth; brothers-in-law, Leonard (Jennifer) Schlereth of Virginia, Glenn (Deborah) Schlereth of Pittsburgh; also cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ivan and Edna Ingerick of Wellsboro and father-in-law, Jerome Schlereth of Pittsburgh. Services were held Monday, June 15, at Christ Church at Grove Farm, Sewickley, with the Rev. John Guest officiating. Interment was at Plum Creek Cemetery, Pittsburgh.  Memorial donations may be made to the family for Rebekah’s education fund. Checks addressed to Terry Ingerick may be mailed to Jobe Funeral Home, 445 Beatty Road, Monroeville, Pa. 15146.- Mansfield Gazette, June 24, 2009

JENNINGS David Leonard
Devoted friend to many - Age 52, of Millerton, PA, died very unexpectedly in Greensboro, NC Monday, July 6th, 2009. David was the son of LaVerne and Jane Martin Jennings of Millerton. He was born in Troy, PA on September 5th, 1956. Surviving are his loving parents, LaVerne and Jane Jennings; sons, Michael and Aaron; and two grandsons; sisters, Deborah (Adrian) Widden of CA, Dawn Marie Jennings Norris of MD; brothers, Douglas (Kathy) Jennings of CA, Duane Russell (Dorisanne) Jennings of IN, Daniel Thomas Jennings (Kim) of MD; loving aunts and uncles, Pauline and Gordon Martin and Leah Mae and Don Jennings; along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. David will also be dearly missed by many loving and caring friends he considered family. He will best be remembered as a hard worker, whom could fix anything and everything. He never walked away from a job if it was not done the right way. He loved to scrap metal. He always had a load ready for the scrap yard. He carried a "Happy-go lucky", approachable nature that everyone loved. He was always willing to help anyone and everyone. David was an employee for many years for Steve Hess and Hess Excavation Co. located in Daggett, PA and also NC and was a past member of the Big Elm Volunteer Fire Department. Memorial services celebrating David Leonard Jennings life will be at a later date in August. Arrangements have been entrusted to Olthof Funeral Home.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/8/2009

KEIR Thomas Kenneth
Age 76, of Sayre, PA, died on Thursday, July 2, 2009. Friends may call on Saturday, July 11, 2009, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Waverly United Methodist Church. A Memorial Service will follow at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Anne Bey Canfield and Rev. James Donahoo officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Wellsboro, PA.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/5/2009

KILBURN Merland Harry
Merland Harry Kilburn of Reynolds Drive in Big Flats, NY formerly of Corning, went home to his Lord July 1, 2009 at Founders Pavilion with his daughter at his side. Merland was born on July 14, 1914, to Harry and Helen (Kettle) Kilburn. He married Clara (Morse) Lewis on December 19, 1969. Clara survives him. Merland is also survived by his son, Merland "Chub" (Denise) Kilburn of Big Flats; daughter, Creata Martin of Horseheads; and stepson, William (Kathy) Lewis of Danbury, CT. Merland has 6 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. His three sisters also survive, Mil Schneckenburger of Farmington, NY, Beaty Burnap of Painted Post, and Julia Moore of Venice, FL. Merland graduated from Northside High School in Corning. He became a self-motivated tin smith and owned and operated Kilburn's Sheet Metal in the Village of Riverside until he retired. His son "Chub" carried on his dad's business. Merland was an avid bowler in the Corning area. He enjoyed golf as well. He liked those "darn" Yankee's, playing cards and CHOCOLATE most of all. Dad loved family gatherings. He used to sing, "Oh, it's good to get up in the morning." He belonged to the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Corning. A wise man indeed, he gave of himself, honest and kind. Life is precious, live it well. A special "thank you" to the Founder's staff and to dad's longtime nurse, Rose Fountaine, for your endless efforts during Merland's difficult times. Calling hours will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2009, from 1 until 3 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 17 W. Pulteney Street in Corning where funeral services will follow at 3 p.m. Memorial donations may be made in Merland's name to the First Congregational United Church of Christ, 171 W. Pulteney Street, Corning, NY 14830, or to a charity of your choice.

KIRSCH - KONZEN, Irene
96, of Watkins Glen, NY, died on June 30, 2009 at Arnot-Ogdon Hospital, in Elmira, NY. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, July 3, 2009, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Haughey-Wood Funeral Home, 119 5th Street, Watkins Glen, NY 14891. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, July 6, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's of the Lake Catholic Church, 905 N. Decatur St., Watkins Glen, NY. Burial will immediately follow at Lakeview Cemetery, Elm St., Penn Yan, NY. Irene was born in Jersey City, NJ on August 5, 1912, the daughter of the late Ludwig and Teresa Kirsch. She was a member of St. Mary's of the Lake Church in Watkins Glen, and The Legion of Mary. Irene recently resided at the Seneca View Skilled Nursing in Montour Falls, NY. Irene is survived by her son, Ron (Diane) Konzen of Horseheads, NY; daughter, Judith (Robert, dec) Ziegler of Bonita Springs, FL; grandchildren, Gary (Lauren) Needleman, Brian (Renee') Needleman, Brad Needleman, Craig (Jackie) Konzen, Stacey (John) VanMarwyk; and several great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Carleton, in 1975.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/2/2009

KLICK - Robert Alan Klick, 64, of Canton, Pa., died Friday, July 3, 2009, at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Pa., where he was a patient for a week.  Born in Pottstown, he was the son of the late Robert S. and Pauline E. (WENTZEL) Klick.  Mr. Klick was employed as a molder for Spring City Foundry for 40 years, before retiring in 2004. He was a life member of the Liberty Fire Company, Spring City, Pa., and the American Italian Bocce Club, Royersford, Pa. He was also a member of the VFW and American Legion, both of Canton. He was an avid fisherman and hunter.  Besides his mother, he is survived by his wife, Carol M. (EWING) Klick of Manor Care in Pottstown, Pa.; two sons, Robert C. Klick of Royersford, Pa., and Scott A. Klick, husband of Bobbie Jo (Vroman) Klick of Canton; two daughters, Robin A. (Klick), wife of Donald G. Suloman, and Rachel P. (Klick), wife of Michael Crochunis, all of Pottstown; a sister, Sharon L. (Klick), wife of the late Thomas E. Barkley Sr. of Schwenksville, Pa.; nine grandchildren; and a niece and a nephew.  He was preceded in death by his father and a sister, Paula J. Klick.  Following Mr. Klick's wishes, he will be cremated and a memorial service will be planned for a later date.  Memorials may be directed to the local humane society in Robert's name.  The Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive in Canton, is assisting the family with the arrangements.  06 July 2009, Towanda Daily Review.

LANTZ  - James E. Lantz , 95, of Hemlock Road, Sayre, died at the Robert Packer Hospital on Tuesday, June 16, 2009.  He was born in Sayre, Pa. on Oct. 16, 1913 to James and Teresa CULLODY Lantz and graduated from Sayre High School in 1931.  James married the former Marian YALE in 1932. He was employed by Al Thetge Chevrolet and then began a long career as conductor on the Lehigh Valley Railroad/Conrail in 1942 retiring in 1978. After retirement, he managed the Island Beach Club on Anna Maria Island in Florida from 1978 to 1984.  James was a member of the Elks, Catholic War Vets, VFW and United Transportation Union. He enjoyed watching the New York Yankees play, discussing politics, fishing at Desert Lake in Ontario, Canada and playing cards with his "Ukes" buddies with whom he spent many enjoyable hours.  James was predeceased by his wife, Marian; companion, Florence "Butch" Liddiard; daughter, Suzanne Wilmoth; brother, Donald Lantz; sister, Janice Garthoff; half-sister, Louise Davison and half brother, George Lantz.  James is survived by daughters, Judith Patrick (Carl), of Ormond Beach, Fla. and Jeanette Velardo, of Sayre; son James R. Lantz, of Sayre; half-sister Mary Ellen Gabriel, of Tampa, Fla.; grandchildren, Vicki Kotchka (James Ferenzi), Debbie Piccariello (Marty), Kenneth Kotchka, James and Jason Lantz, Nikki, Sydney, and Tyler Lantz, Kelly Wilmoth, Jill Johnson (Jeffrey), James Wilmoth (Jennie), David Patrick (Cathy) and Thomas Patrick; sister-in-law Gertrude Lantz and several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He is also survived by a special friend, Maria Sodul.  Donations may be made on his behalf to Stray Haven Humane Society, 194 Shepard Rd., Waverly, NY. 14892. There will be no calling hours or services.  The Alteri-Bowen Funeral Home of Sayre, Pa. is assisting James' family with arrangements.  18 June 2009, Towanda Daily Review.

LEARN - Mr. Richard Bryce (R.B.) Learn, 80, of Thompson St., PO Box 275, Laceyville, PA and of 729 53rd Ave. South, St. Petersburg, FL, died early Friday morning, March 6, 2009 at the Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg. Born in Laceyville on Jan. 9, 1929, he was the son of the late George W. and Euphrasia Wilbur Learn. Growing up in Laceyville, R.B. graduated from Laceyville High School, Class of 1947, and resided in Laceyville most of his life. He was a member of the Skinners Eddy United Methodist Church, where he served as a trustee, Sunday School Superintendent, was on the Pastor Relations Committee, Finance Chairman and a Sunday School teacher. He was an associate member of the Christ United Methodist Church in St. Petersburg. R.B. operated Learn’s Furniture and Appliance Store for over 20 years. He was also an independent insurance agent and established R.B. Learn Insurance Agency, which he operated until his retirement. He was also a licensed Real Estate Agent and Financial Planner. He served as president of Laceyville Borough Council, was a member of the Laceyville Business Association and a volunteer ambulance member.  Active in sports, R.B. coached Laceyville Little League for many years and was President of Roosevelt Trail Little League. He was a member of the men’s town basketball and softball teams and an official referee. Surviving are his wife, Virgie Baker Learn of St. Petersburg and Laceyville, whom he married Sept. 10, 1949; two sons and daughter-in-law, Gregory R. and Heidi Learn of Seminole, FL and Jeffrey J. Learn of Port Orange, FL; a daughter and son-in-law, Larice C. and Justin McCann of New Castle, DE; five grandsons, Justin Learn of Lakewood, CO, Joel Learn of Lawton, Joshua (Kathleen) Learn of Port Orange, FL, Kyle (Rhiannon) Learn of Chicago, IL and Richard McCann of New Castle, DE; two granddaughters, Kristina Olah of Montrose and Jessica McCann of New Castle, DE; six great-grandchildren, McKenzie, Cheyenne, Kamryn, Jessie, Ivan and Dylan. He is also survived by a brother, Ronald G. Learn of Laceyville; a sister-in-law, Clare Learn of King George, VA; a brother-in-law, Rodney (Dolores) Baker of Dimock and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Learn; two sisters, Euphrasia (Peggy) Brewer and Doris Roslund, and a brother-in-law, Marlyn Baker. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 19, at 2 p.m. at the Skinners Eddy United Methodist Church, with Rev. Kenneth Small, pastor of the church, officiating.  Arrangements were made through the Sheldon Funeral Home, Main St., Laceyville.  Interment will be in the Jersey Hill Cemetery in Auburn Center at the convenience of the family.- Wyalusing Rocket Courier, June 11, 2009

MARTIN - WILLSEY, Joan Mapes
Age 69, of 471 State Rt. 414, Beaver Dams died Thursday, June 25, 2009 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Mrs. Willsey was born June 7, 1940 at the Six Nations Reserve, Ohsweken, Ontario Canada. The daughter of the late Stanley Jonathan and Ruby Martin, Joan married Harold Willsey on May 5, 1962 at Lyndonville, N.Y. He survives her. Joan graduated from Lyndonville High School in 1958 and received her LPN degree fromRochester General Hospital. She then graduated Corning Community College with her RN Degree in 1992. Joan retired from Schuyler Hospital, Montour Falls as a registered nurse after 25 years of dedicated service. Joan was a member of the Chemung County Human Relations Committee and a member of All Saints Parrish of Corning. She enjoyed educating people about her Indian heritage with frequent talks at elementary schools and civic  groups. She is survived by her husband: Harold Willsey, two sons: Michael (Debi) Willsey of Elmira, NY and Mark Willsey of Hornby. sisters: Marlene (Gord) Powless, Carolyn (Harold) Laforme, Beverly (Ed) Austin, Theresa Austin, Val (Walt) Hedges, Pat (Dave) Roloson, Pixie (Ollie) Hill, Darlene (Mel) Styres Lorelei (Gary) Isaacs all of Canada; and six brothers: Ken (Annie) Jonathan, Roger Jonathan, Stan (Cathy) Jonathan, Keith (Shelly) Jonathan all of Canada, brothers Wallace J (Ruth) Mapes of Bradford , PA, James Mapes of Waterport, NY, she also has three grandchildren. grandaughter, Teresa Willsey of Hornby, NY; grandson, Anthony Willsey of Hornby, NY; grandaughter, Christina Willsey of Elmira, NY; step granddaughter, Kelli Arcovio of Hornby, NY; step grandaughter, Katie Arcovio of Charlotte , NC, many nieces. And nephews, step father, Wallace (Shirley) Mapes of Waterport , NY. Joan was predeceased by brothers Christopher Jonathan, Marvin Jonathan, John Mapes and a sister Sharon Jonathan. Calling hours will be Monday, June 29 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 6:00 to 8:00pm at Carpenter's Funeral Home, LLC, 14 East Pulteney Street, Corning, NY. A Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:00 am on Tuesday, June 30 at St. Mary's Church, Corning, NY. Burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in Corning. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mary's Church, c/o All Saints Parrish, 222 Dodge Ave., Corning, New York 14830.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/28/2009

McKEAN - TROY- Pauline M. “Polly” Cleveland age 82 of Troy, PA died Tuesday, June 23, 2006 at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA.
Pauline was born October 31, 1926 in Burlington Township, PA daughter of the late Elwyn P. and Elizabeth A. Case McKean. She and Lee Cleveland were united in marriage on July 23, 1953. Pauline was retired from the Troy Community Hospital where she worked for many years as a Registered Nurse. Her memberships included the Troy Baptist Church and the Eastern Star. Pauline volunteered for the American Red Cross with local blood drives and was active with the Troy Community Hospital Auxiliary.  Survivors include her loving husband Lee Cleveland of Troy, PA, three daughters and sons-in-law, Gail & Scott Jackson of Harrisburg, PA, Lisa & Steve Felman of Grove City, OH, Sandra & Ken Voegtlen of Gillett, PA, two grandchildren, Kathryn Hiner and Andrew McKean Jackson, a great-granddaughter, Addison Hiner, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Pauline was predeceased by her parents, a sister and several brothers.  Family and friends are invited to call from 7 to 9 PM Thursday, June 25, 2009 at the Gerald W. Vickery Jr. Funeral Home, 110 W. Main Street, Troy, PA. and again on Friday, June 26, 2009 from 10 to 11 AM at the Troy First Baptist Church, Canton Street Troy, PA. Her service will be held at the church at 11 AM with Reverend Garry Zuber officiating.

MEHALCHICK - Emil J. Mehalchick, beloved husband of Olga Banja Mehalchick, of Towanda RR5, Wysox Twp., PA, died peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 27, 2009, following a brief illness.  Born April 17, 1925 in Freeland, PA, he was the son of the late Anna SHULATA Mehalchick and John Mehalchick. He was an honor student at Freeland High School. After graduation, he enlisted in the Army Air Force, serving as a radio operator and gunner. Following his honorable discharge, he attended Lafayette College for three years, during which time he joined the National Guard. He also met his future wife, the former Olga BANJA, whom he married on Sept. 8, 1946, in St. Mary's Greek Catholic Church in Freeland. Following their wedding, he was summoned to report for duty in the Korean Conflict. Upon returning, he enrolled at Muhlenberg College, graduating in 1953 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry.  Shortly after graduating, he accepted an offer to work for GTE Sylvania in Towanda. During his 25 years of employment, he received many patent awards, with the most prestigious award being the Leslie H. Wamer Technical Achievement Award, given in 1982 in recognition of creative technical achievement and innovation. Following his retirement from GTE, he owned and operated E.M. Medical Equipment for ten years.  Upon first moving to Towanda, Emil and his family joined SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church, and he quickly became involved in both parish and community affairs. A founding member of the local chapter of the Knights of Columbus Towanda Council No. 3915, he held various offices including District Deputy. He was also a member of the B.P.O.E. Elks No. 2191 for 21 years, and the American Legion Post No. 42 for 42 years. He organized a Catholic youth group, the Columbian Squires, and was an integral part of their activities for seven years. In addition, he founded the Neighborhood Youth Corps. He solicited funds for the construction of the new St. Agnes School building in the early 1960s and was a member of the Holy Name Society and a church lector for many years. Emil was a lifelong proponent of volunteer work, and both he and his wife delivered Meals on Wheels to the elderly and homebound in the local community, among other volunteer activities.  An avid golfer, he won many accolades playing for GTE, and later on in life as well. He also enjoyed playing pool with his son, gardening and spending time with his family at home and at World’s End State Park. Prayer was an important part of his daily life, and he and his wife were honored to meet Pope John Paul II on a trip to Rome for their fiftieth wedding anniversary.  Emil was preceded in death by his mother and father; his brother, Bernard Mehalchick; his sister, Marie Kasabo and his daughter, Melanie Spencer.  He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Olga, at home; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert J. Mehalchick and Claudia of Monroeton; daughters, Patricia A. Spaulding of Pasadena, MD and Karen C. Stroud of Durell; his granddaughters and grandson, Heather A. Richardson and James of Columbia, MD, Shannon M. Spaulding and Kyle D. Renninger of Milan, Jessica L. Bundle and Jason of Towanda and Christopher R. Spaulding of Raleigh, NC; as well as his great-granddaughter, Emma M. Renninger and great-grandson, James K. Richardson.  The family received friends Wednesday evening from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda. Towanda Elks Lodge No. 2191 held a memorial service Wednesday evening at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. The Knights of Columbus Towanda Council No. 3915 held services Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the funeral home.  A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday, July 2 at 10 a.m. at SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Third St., Towanda. Interment will be in St. Casimir’s Cemetery, Freeland.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to St. Agnes School, 102 Third Street, Towanda, PA 18848, or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. 38105-1942 in Emil J. Mehalchick’s memory.  3 July 2009, Wyalusing Rocket Courier.

MERL - Herbert Paul Merl, 84, of Albany Township, Pa., died on July 2, 2009, at his home.  He was born on Jan. 8, 1925, in Hamburg, Germany, a son of the late Joseph and Stephanie (SPIESS) Merl.  On June 8, 1951, Herbert married the former Christa Lachmann.  Mr. Merl was a maintenance superintendent for a residential complex, prior to his retirement in 1995.  He had been a resident of this area for 32 years, and permanently relocated here 15 years ago from Jenkintown, Pa.  Herbert enjoyed building computers and gardening, and found pleasure in his time spent traveling.  Surviving are his wife, Christa Merl, at home; his three children, Peter (Rosemary) Merl of Warminster, Pa., Randolph (Tina) Merl of Perkasie, Pa., and Karen (Tom) Mette of Ft. Washington, Pa.; a brother, Hans Rolf Meyer of Germany; a sister, Hike Gilbert of Oklahoma; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Lottie Canting, and by a grandson, Billy Boor.  Friends and family are invited to call from 10 a.m. until the time of services on Monday, July 6, at the Russell P. McHenry Funeral Home, 119 Carpenter St., Dushore, Pa.  A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. in the funeral home, with the Rev. Robert W. Brown, pastor, officiating.  Interment will be at the convenience of the family.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Heart Association of Northeastern Pennsylvania, 228 Russell Ave., Williamsport, PA 17701, in memory of Mr. Herbert Merl.  3 July 2009, Towanda Daily Review.

MILLER - Trooper Joshua D. Miller, 34, of Pittston, PA, died Sunday, June 7, 2009 while protecting the citizens of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Born June 13, 1974, he was the son of Walter Miller of Pittston and Peggy Miller of Plymouth. He graduated from Pittston Area High School, Class of 1992. He then enlisted in the United Stated Marine Corps in 1993, serving honorably and achieving the rank of Corporal upon his discharge. Upon his separation from active duty, he worked at the Monroe County Correctional Facility. While working there, Josh enrolled at Lackawanna Junior College, and attended the Act 120 course. Upon graduation from Act 120, Trooper Miller joined the Tunkhannock Borough Police Department in 1999, where he worked until September of 2002 when he then joined the Pennsylvania State Police. Josh worked at the Bethlehem barracks, then transferring to the Swiftwater barracks. While there, he was selected to be a member of an elite unit that conducted aggressive patrol within the Monroe County area of PSP operations. He took pride in training new troopers and hoped to instill his work ethic in these new young troopers. While off duty, he enjoyed hunting with his wife and spending quality time with his family and friends. Staying physically fit played a large role in his life, as was evident in his high level of preparedness. In 2001, Josh met his wife, Angela, and they were married in October 2005. Surviving are his wife, the former Angela Bowman of Laceyville, now of Pittston; daughters, Justine Miller, 16, Breana Miller, 13 and Joslyn Miller, 2; mother, Peggy Hurysh and stepfather, Michael Hurysh; stepmother, Laurie Blake of Duryea; sister, Kelly Naples and brother-in-law, David Naples; sister, Season Hurysh; brother, Jeremy Miller and Ciara Gregory; brothers, Daniel, Joel and Jacob Miller. Josh was preceded in death by his father, Walter in 1998. Surviving also are mother-in-law, Robin Brown and Bill Pickett of Laceyville; father-in-law, Doug Bowman of Laceyville; step-father-in-law, John Taluba of Laceyville; brother-in-law, Stephen Bowman and Jen Hill of Laceyville; sister-in-law, Brandy Taluba and Chris Norton of Silvara; brother-in-law, Mark Taluba and Stephanie Temple of Glen Rock, as well as several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, any donations can be made to the Josh Miller Memorial Fund, c/o P&G Federal Credit Union, 51 Warren Street, Tunkhannock, PA 18657. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 12 at 11 a.m. from the Pittston Area High School, 5 Stout St., Yatesville, PA with Pastor Lori Robinson. Interment will be held at the Lacey St. Cemetery, Laceyville, with formal Pennsylvania State Police and military honors. Friends and family may call at the Pittston Area High School on Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m. Arrangements by Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home, Inc. 73 West Tioga St., Tunkhannock. - Wyalusing Rocket Courier, June 11, 2009

MILLER - WILCOX, Marlene R.
Age 78 of Elmira, died Friday, June 26, 2009. Marlene, daughter of the late Otto Randolph and Isabell Miller, was born in Corning NY on January 7, 1931. She was predeceased by her husband Floyd Wilcox. Marlene is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, R. Scott and Kathy Parsons of Millerton, PA with their children Sara and Matthew; daughter and son-in-law, Susan M. and Kevin Tremaine of Pine City with their children Kevin "KJ" and Cory; sister and brother-in-law, Linda R. and Steven Burdick of Phoenix, AZ and their children; several cousins. Also surviving are special friends, Dee Overton, George Welch, George Crowe, Bob and Pat Butts, Paul Sweeney and many other friends. Marlene enjoyed buying and selling antique jewelry and for many years had a booth in the Opera House Antiques co-op in Hammondsport, NY. She was a volunteer for many years at St. Joseph's Hospital. Marlene enjoyed times spent with family and friends at Libs and The Crow Bar. St. Patrick's Day was a special day Marlene always looked forward to celebrating. Her greatest joy was the time spent with her grandchildren. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of W. Water and Walnut Streets, on Thursday, July 2, 2009 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held there on Friday, July 3, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. with George Welch conducting the service. Committal prayers will follow at the columbarium in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Donations in Marlene's memory may be directed to St. Joseph's Hospital, 555 St. Joseph's Blvd., Elmira NY 14901 or St. Mary's Church Renovation Fund, 224 Franklin St., Elmira, NY 14904.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/28/2009

MOJDEN - KLENZ, Patricia J. Mojden
Patricia J. Mojden Klenz, 62, of Big Flats, NY died Sunday, June 28, 2009, at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY after a lengthy battle with lupus and complications from pneumonia. Pat was born on April 27, 1947 in Chicago, IL, a daughter of the late Wally and Gladys Mojden. She is survived by her beloved husband of 42 years, Allan Klenz; one son, Mark Klenz and his wife, Meg of Clay, NY; one daughter, Sara Schaeber and her husband, Todd and two beautiful granddaughters, Abigail Patricia and Emerson Mary, all of Fairport, NY; one sister, Mary Muhr and her husband, Wayne of Fairport, NY; and two brothers, Andrew Mojden and his wife, Dorsey and Daniel Mojden and his wife, Yolanda, all of Hinsdale, IL. Pat also leaves behind many dear friends. Pat was a gifted writer who won an award from Billboard Magazine for her creativity in advertising. She taught Sunday School for many years and enjoyed reading, traveling and was a gifted shopper. Above all, Pat was a cherished wife and a selfless mother. Her generosity, sense of humor and kind spirit will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. The family would like to sincerely thank the wonderful staff on 2B for their extraordinary care and compassion. Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Monday, July 13, 2009, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 30 Clinton St., North East, PA. Rev. David Kuchta will officiate. Interment will be in North East Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Pat's name to The Lupus Foundation of America, 2000 L. Street, NW 710, Washington, DC 20036.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/5/2009

MORTON - EGNACZAK, Ruth Patricia (Morton)
Loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend entered eternal life on June 29, 2009 with her children at her side. She is predeceased by her husband, Joseph John of 49 yrs. and survived by three daughters, Eileen (John) Corsaro of Essex Junction, Vt.; Grace Egnaczak of Elmira (with long time friend James Brooke); Theresa "Tess" (Joseph) Foley of Westerly, RI. Three sons ; Joseph John Jr. of Lakeville, NY (with long time friend Patty Hall); James (Marti) of Las Cruces, NM; Michael (Dawn) Egnaczak of Victor, NY. She is also survived by two siblings; Dorothy "Dot" Robertson and Frank Morton of Elmira, thirteen grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. Ruth was born in Elmira on May 20, 1928 to Frank and Abbie (Kerrigan) Morton. She is preceded in death by her sister Grace Caplin and brother Thomas Morton. Ruth lived her life loyal to God and her family. She was a life-long book enthusiast and enjoyed writing fun descriptive thank you notes. She so enjoyed dogs, horses, and traveling in her Honda Accord to visit family and friends frequently. Family and friends are invited to celebrate her life with a Memorial Mass at St. Casimir's Church on Friday July 3, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Cancer Society American Cancer Society American Cancer Society American Cancer Society, American Heart and Lung Association, or Hospice of your choice. A private interment to be arranged at a later date. McInerny Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/1/2009

NEWMAN - Barbara A. Newman Carlson, 77, of Stuart, Fla., died June 10, 2009. She was born June 7, 1932, in Westfield, and was the daughter of the late Herbert J. Newman and Mildred Gridley Newman. She attended West Virginia University, Morgantown, W.V. as a psychology major and she served in the United States Army. Barbara was active in DAR and a lifelong member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Westfield. She was employed by Outman’s Pharmacy, Westfield, for nine years, and enjoyed working with people. Barbara is survived by her loving family, husband of 55 years, Neal F. Carlson of Stuart, Fla.; three children, Olivia Carlson Downey of Greentown, Ind., Charles E. Carlson of Mechanicsburg, Kathryn Carlson Sherman of Middletown; two grandchildren, Adrianne L. Downey of Bloomington, Ind.; Andrew J. Sherman of Philadelphia; and several nephews, including Michael S. James of Westfield, Pa., and nieces. Barbara was preceded in death by her father, Herbert J. Newman; mother, Mildred Gridley Newman; brother, Herbert J. Newman Jr.; and sister, Margaret Newman James. A family memorial service will be planned in Holland, Mich., at a later date. Donations may be made in Barbara’s name to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Central Pennsylvania Chapter, 2040 Linglestown Road, Ste. 104, Harrisburg, Pa. 17110.- Mansfield Gazette, June 24, 2009

REYNOLDS - Jane Niblock Reynolds Parsons, 96, of Sugar Run, PA, died Saturday morning, June 6, 2009, at the Towanda Memorial Hospital.
She was born May 20, 1913 in Bethlehem, a daughter of the late Joseph and Chloey Graham Reynolds. She received a bachelor’s degree from Oberlin College and was the first woman to receive a Masters Degree in Mathematics from Lehigh University. She met and married William Parsons of Trenton, NJ on May 21, 1938. She celebrated her 96th birthday on May 20, 2009, and the couple celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary the following day. Mrs. Parsons was an elementary teacher in Lewistown for a number of years. She then went to Edinboro University where she taught in a teaching facility for children, as well as teaching math at the university level. Jane was a long-time member of the Wyalusing Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed working with her varied art projects, painting and doll making and repairing, being two of her favorites. She was an avid outdoors person who loved camping, canoeing, walking in the woods and growing flowers. She loved traveling, having been all over the world. Jane taught for two years in Japan and lived in New Zealand on five different occasions.  Surviving are her spouse, William A. Parsons of Sugar Run; sons and daughters-in-law, David P. and Diana Parsons of Allentown, William R. and Susan Parsons of Toronto, Ontario, John G. and Linda Parsons, Christiana, Joseph B. and Colette Parsons of Short Hills, NJ; daughters, Elizabeth Parsons of El Paso, TX and Ruth Parsons of Sugar Run; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, Joseph and Peter Reynolds.  A memorial service will be held at the Wyalusing Presbyterian Church, Church St., Wyalusing, on Saturday, June 13 at 11 a.m., with the Rev. John Dabback presiding. Services are under the direction of P. Dean Homer Funeral Home, 1 Grovedale Lane, Wyalusing. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Wyalusing Public Library, PO Box 98, Wyalusing, PA or the Wyalusing Presbyterian Church, PO Box 25, Wyalusing, PA 18853. - Wyalusing Rocket Courier, June 11, 2009

ROOK - Mrs. Edna M. Finch, age 91, of RR 2 Box 2784, Laceyville, Pa., formally of New Era, and Overton Road Apartments, in Dushore, Pa., died at the Skilled Nursing Unit of the Memorial Hospital in Towanda, Pa. early Sunday morning, July 5, 2009.  She was born in Richboro, Pa. on Jan. 24, 1918, the daughter of the late John and Mable FOX Rook. Mrs. Finch was the wife of Richard L. Finch, who died in May 1966.  All of her life Mrs. Finch was a homemaker and mother for her husband and their family. In her spare time, she loved to read and watch television. She also loved the time she spent with her family and her friends.  Surviving are her daughter and her husband, Sally and David Robinson, of Laceyville, Pa. and her son Roland Finch, of New Albany, Pa. She is also survived by her 10 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Besides her husband and her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Lena Finch Jennings in May 2008; and four sons, Jesse Finch in July 2006; Landis Finch in Feb. 1966; Roger Finch in April 1966; and Dicky Finch in 1959.  Graveside memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2009 at the Lacey Street Cemetery in Laceyville, Pa. with Rev. Dave Faulkner of the Braintrim Baptist Church officiating.  Arrangements were made through the Sheldon Funeral Home, Main St., Laceyville, PA 18623.  07 July 2009, Towanda

RUEBLING - SHALLENBERGER, Louise
Of Waverly, New York, died July 2, 2009 after a lengthy illness. Born in Elmhurst, Illinois on January 26, 1914, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Arpa Ruebling, who were frequent visitors to the Valley area. She was married to Doctor Paul Shallenberger, who predeceased her on January 15, 1981. Louise was a resident of Waverly for over 65 years. She was very active in the Waverly Presbyterian Church where she served as Deacon, President of the Presbyterian Woman's Board and Presbytery's PW Board. She was also the Church historian. One of her favorite pastimes was researching numerous sources to write a complete history of the church's roots and evolution. Her numerous community activities included: President of the Bradford County Auxiliary and a participant in the Robert Packer Hospital Auxiliary; a Director of the Valley Red Cross and Waverly's Blood Chairperson; Director of the Waverly Community Chest; Director and Secretary of VEDA (Valley Economic Development Association); Chairperson of the Tioga County Mental Health Board. In addition, Louise was a certified Assessor for the Town of Barton for 12 years and the Town of Barton Historian. She was also a member and Director of the Tioga County Draft Board. She loved animals and assisted with the founding of the Bradford County Humane Society. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree from Northwestern University and her Master of Science Degree from Elmira College. She was a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. She was recognized as "First Lady of the Year" in 1972 and given a plaque by Beta Sigma Phi in recognition of her distinguished service to her community. She is survived by her four children whom she loved dearly, Anne (Lou) Shaffer, North Cumberland, PA, Lynn Anderson, Pacific Palisades, CA, Kathryn L. Shallenberger, Hector, NY, and John Shallenberger, Los Angeles, CA; 4 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and 2 nieces and 2 nephews. Louise had a great passion for life and a great respect for her community, especially in terms of her service. She appreciated the wonders of nature, she loved to play golf, garden and take long rides in the country. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Waverly Presbyterian Church; Bradford County Humane Society, Stray Haven, or to a charity of one's choice. Friends are invited to a celebration of Louise's life on July 18, 2009. Calling hours will be from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Waverly Presbyterian Church followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. to celebrate Louise's life. Arrangements are entrusted to the Luckner Funeral Home, Waverly, New York.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/8/2009

SCHAFFER - Carol Virginia Warner, 59 of Kingsley, died on July 3, 2009 at the VNA Hospice Unit at CMC in Scranton.  Born on July 11, 1949 in Harford, Pa., Carol was the daughter of the late Henry and Gertrude LOOMIS Schaffer. After attending Mountain View High School, she became a homemaker for her husband and children. She enjoyed sewing, genealogy research, and her grandchildren.  Carol will be remembered by her husband of 42 years, Clark C. Warner, a daughter, Karen Phillips of Tunkhannock, a daughter and son-in-law, Julie and Jason Clancy of Union Dale, and a son, Brian Warner of Kingston, two grandsons, Eric and Alex Phillips, and a granddaughter, Lauren Clancy. Carol is also survived by six siblings, Dolly and Mike Lonzinski of Great Bend, David and Pearl Schaffer of Levittown, Audrey Steinsto of Norway, Paul Schaffer of New Milford, James and Lisa Schaffer of New Milford, Linda and Charles Canfield of New Milford.  Besides her parents, Carol was preceded in death by two nephews, Edward Lonzinski and Henry Schaffer II, three brothers-in-law, Charles Warner, Mark Schoonover, and Terje Steinsto, and a son-in-law, Eric Phillips.  A memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 12, at the Welch Hill Church on Route 374 in West Clifford. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society 712 S. Keyser Avenue, Taylor, PA 18517, or to Ed Camp at the Endless Mountain Theatre Company, P.O. Box 654, New Milford, PA 18834.  8 July 2009, Towanda Daily Review.

SMITH - Beverly Dean Newcomer, age 65, of Roaring Branch, Pa., died on Friday, June 26, 2009, in The Williamsport Hospital and Medical Center, Williamsport, Pa.  Beverly was born on March 10, 1944, in Shunk, Pa., the daughter of the late Arthur W. and Caroline C. (BIANCHI) Smith. Her husband, Harold Norman WOODWARD, predeceased her on Jan. 4, 2008.  Beverly was a homemaker who enjoyed bingo, reading, soap operas, baby sitting and her girls, who were her life.  Beverly is survived by four daughters, all of Roaring Branch: Sally Newcomer, Carleen Newcomer, Sherry Engel and Bethann Donato; four grandchildren; and several stepchildren, nieces, nephews, sisters and brothers.   In addition to her parents and husband, she was also predeceased by a son, Harold "Hecky" Newcomer, on March 28, 2002.  A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 2, at the Roaring Branch United Methodist Church, Rt. 14, Roaring Branch, with Pastor Ann Overmiller officiating.  Arrangements have been entrusted to the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, Pa.  27 June 2009, Towanda Daily Review.

SWEENEY -  Thomas H. Sweeney, 77, of Laceyville, Pa., died suddenly on Friday evening, June 26, 2009, at his lakeside retreat near Big Pond, Pa. His beloved wife of 49 years, Marjorie, was at his side.  Tom was born Jan. 26, 1932, in Philadelphia, son of the late Aurthur C. and Marie A. (HAND) Sweeney. He was raised in West Philadelphia, and attended West Philadelphia High School.  After high school he served in the United States Army, and spent a year in Bordeaux, France. He was an expert rifleman and machine gunner.  After returning to the states, Tom married the former Marjorie CLERVAL. They resided in West Philadelphia before moving to Delaware County in 1967, where they raised three children together.  Tom was self-employed as a master plumber, a trade at which he excelled, but his kind heart and generous nature proved to be obstacles that limited his business success. He often befriended his plumbing clients, and would usually charge them what he thought they could afford, rather than the true cost of his services. Some of these relationships led to lifelong friendships, and he spent many years running errands and delivering meals to people who needed his help.  Tom was a man of many interests, and he had an intellectual curiosity and perfectionist nature that caused him to master almost every endeavor that he pursued. He was an accomplished photographer, guitarist, gunsmith, marksman and model-builder. He was also an avid reader, and he preferred books that would expand his knowledge. He would read books of history and reference material with the focus and discipline of one doing research. For pleasure, he once read the dictionary cover-to-cover, and also taught himself to speak French fluently.  More recently, Tom enjoyed the Internet, which expanded his ability to do research, and allowed him to find and contact old Army buddies he had not seen in more than 50 years. Tom also enjoyed cooking for family gatherings, and was particularly proud of his famous mashed potatoes, a closely guarded recipe that died along with him.  Tom also dabbled in philosophy. Found in his personal belongings after his passing was a yellowed index card labeled "Sweeney's Axiom: If anyone can appear at an inopportune moment, they will."   Tom's place of birth, the old Osteopathic Hospital on Spruce Street in Philadelphia, was later purchased by a religious group and was converted to a shrine. Mr. Sweeney was delighted by this turn of events, and he missed no opportunity to point it out to others.  He was a life member of the National Rifle Association, and a member of the Tri-County Sports Club.  Tom will be sadly missed by his wife, Marjorie; daughter, Vivian McLaughlin, and her husband, Thomas, of Swedesboro, N.J.; son, Walter Sweeney of Laceyville; daughter, Marie Wufsus, and her husband, Matthew, of Drexel Hill, Pa.; grandsons Thomas McLaughlin of Gibbstown, N.J., Timothy McLaughlin and his wife, Nicolette, of Swedesboro, and Matthew John Wufsus and his fiancee, Crissy, of Drexel Hill; and great-grandchildren Kaylin and Timothy McLaughlin.  A private memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 4, at the family retreat near Big Pond, a location that he loved.  Arrangements were made through the Sheldon Funeral Home, Main Street, Laceyville.  2 July 2009, Wyalusing Rcoket Courier.

TERASCAVAGE - Joseph L. Terascavage, age 79, of Homets Ferry, Wyalusing Township, Pa., died on Friday afternoon, June 26, 2009, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Pa., with his loving family at his side.  Joe was born May 12, 1930, in DuPont, Pa., son of the late John and Helen TETLAK Terascavage. His family moved to Wyalusing, and he married the former Nancy KINNEY of Wyalusing on Nov. 13, 1954. They celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary last November.  Joe, who was well-known for his tremendous work ethic, began working at Arey Lumber Co. and then began working for PennDOT, from which he retired in 1982 after 25 years of dedicated service. In retirement he continued working with Wyalusing, Tuscarora and Standing Stone townships.  He was a member of St. Mary's of the Assumption Catholic Church in Wyalusing and enjoyed visiting casinos and flea markets, camping, fishing in the St. Lawrence and riding around over the years with his faithful dogs Dreyfuss and Duke.  Surviving are: his loving spouse, Nancy, at home; two sons, David Terascavage and friend Elizabeth Miller Lime Hill, Pa., and Michael and Dawn Terascavage of Towanda, Pa.; his daughter, Patty Creighton Moore of Sutton, Ark.; three sisters, Josephine Soloweij of Wyalusing, Pa., Beatrice and James Chamberlain West Burlington, Pa., and Theresa and Terry Fulda of Towanda; sisters-in-law, Beverly Terascavage of Homets Ferry and Winnie Wood of Wyalusing; brothers-in-law, Robert Kinney of Wyalusing, Reuben and Myrna Kinney of Herrickville, Pa., and Harold Forsyth Elmira, N.Y.; four grandchildren, Matthew Moore, Christy Moore, Alicia Terascavage and Shane Terascavage; a special friend, LeighAnn Miller; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by brothers Larry Terascavage of Homets Ferry and Edward Terascavage of DuPont; a brother-in-law, Theodore Soloweij of Wyalusing; sisters-in-law Delores Kinney of Wyalusing and Marguerite Forsyth of Elmira, N.Y.; and a brother-in-law, Henry Wood of Wyalusing.  A transferal service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday morning, July 2, at the P. Dean Homer Funeral Home, 1 Grovedale Lane, Wyalusing, and followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Wyalusing, with the Rev. Joseph J. Manarchuck, his pastor, presiding.  Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1, at the P. Dean Homer Funeral Home.  The family will provide the flowers and requests that memorial contributions be directed to St. Mary's Church, RR 4 Box 4003, Wyalusing, PA 18853.   28 June 2009, Towanda Daily Review.

TERASCAVAGE - Joseph L. Terascavage, age 79, of Homets Ferry, Wyalusing Township, Pa., died on Friday afternoon, June 26, 2009, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Pa., with his loving family at his side.  Joe was born May 12, 1930, in DuPont, Pa., son of the late John and Helen TETLAK Terascavage. His family moved to Wyalusing, and he married the former Nancy KINNEY of Wyalusing on Nov. 13, 1954. They celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary last November.  Joe, who was well-known for his tremendous work ethic, began working at Arey Lumber Co. and then began working for PennDOT, from which he retired in 1982 after 25 years of dedicated service. In retirement he continued working with Wyalusing, Tuscarora and Standing Stone townships.  He was a member of St. Mary's of the Assumption Catholic Church in Wyalusing and enjoyed visiting casinos and flea markets, camping, fishing in the St. Lawrence and riding around over the years with his faithful dogs Dreyfuss and Duke.  Surviving are: his loving spouse, Nancy, at home; two sons, David Terascavage and friend Elizabeth Miller Lime Hill, Pa., and Michael and Dawn Terascavage of Towanda, Pa.; his daughter, Patty Creighton Moore of Sutton, Ark.; three sisters, Josephine Soloweij of Wyalusing, Pa., Beatrice and James Chamberlain West Burlington, Pa., and Theresa and Terry Fulda of Towanda; sisters-in-law, Beverly Terascavage of Homets Ferry and Winnie Wood of Wyalusing; brothers-in-law, Robert Kinney of Wyalusing, Reuben and Myrna Kinney of Herrickville, Pa., and Harold Forsyth Elmira, N.Y.; four grandchildren, Matthew Moore, Christy Moore, Alicia Terascavage and Shane Terascavage; a special friend, LeighAnn Miller; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by brothers Larry Terascavage of Homets Ferry and Edward Terascavage of DuPont; a brother-in-law, Theodore Soloweij of Wyalusing; sisters-in-law Delores Kinney of Wyalusing and Marguerite Forsyth of Elmira, N.Y.; and a brother-in-law, Henry Wood of Wyalusing.  A transferal service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday morning, July 2, at the P. Dean Homer Funeral Home, 1 Grovedale Lane, Wyalusing, and followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Wyalusing, with the Rev. Joseph J. Manarchuck, his pastor, presiding.  Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1, at the P. Dean Homer Funeral Home.  The family will provide the flowers and requests that memorial contributions be directed to St. Mary's Church, RR 4 Box 4003, Wyalusing, PA 18853.   28 June 2009, Towanda Daily Review.

TYLER - On July 3, 2009, Ray Tyler of Lacey Street, Laceyville, Pa., closed his eyes on this evil world and entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Ray had been a resident of Golden Living in Tunkhannock, Pa., for about a month.  Raymond B. Tyler was born June 7, 1920, in West Auburn, Pa., the son of Ray O. and Pearl BENNINGER Tyler. At an early age he moved to a small farm in South Auburn, where he grew up. He graduated from Laceyville High School in 1937.  In 1939 he married Annis Grow and moved to Laceyville. Annis predeceased him in 1995. He married Mary KIMBLE in 1999 and had recently celebrated 10 years of marriage with her.  Ray's first job after high school was transporting for a rendering company. He often joked that he got 50 cents per animal with his best day earning $2.50. He soon was hired by Whipple Brothers in Laceyville, working in the old sash mill. As a young boy his father had given him a woodworking plane, which he loved to use. Once at Whipples, he soon became proficient with the tools and his love for wood blossomed. He often would do small projects of his own during their off hours.  Facing a layoff at Whipples, he walked next door to G.L.F. (later Agway), where he was hired and worked most of his adult life. He did a variety of jobs, but the one he liked best was driving the lime spreader.  Ray and Annis owned and operated the Laceyville Hardware from 1966 to 1972. Ray was well-known as a hard worker. Following retirement he still worked whenever needed at Agway.  Ray and Annis were very active in Laceyville and in politics. In the community, they did whatever was needed (from street sweeping to cutting brush, etc.) to make Laceyville a better place to live. In politics, they often went door-to-door registering voters or campaigning.  Ray was an active member of the Braintrim Baptist Church, serving as head usher and Sunday School secretary for many years. He was saved at the age of 9, under the instruction of Reuben Judson, at Sunday School. Ray was not only a member of the church; he lived his life using the Bible as his guide.  Ray served on town council for more than 28 years, as president for a term when in his 80s. Prior to that he was water superintendent and continued helping with the water company so long as he was able.  One of Ray's favorite hobbies was woodworking. After a full day's work he loved to go to his workshop. He made many, many items to be sold at the Oldest House, as well as gifts for family and friends. He made hundreds of rocking horses for children, starting with a pattern but adding his own ideas to make a truly unique toy. When asked to make something without a pattern he had only to be given the suggestion.  Ray will be remembered for his sense of humor, his easy-going manner, his willingness to help, and his humble, godly spirit.  His survivors are: his beloved wife, Mary; his sons, Derwood "Woody" and wife Tina of Greenfield, Mass., and Ray O. and wife Pam of Turbotville; his daughter, Dolores "Dodi" and husband Steve of Bridgeton, N.J.; his grandchildren, Melanie and husband Terry Miller of Barton, N.Y., Tara and husband Jake Berry of Franklin, Mass., Dottie and husband Ben Cruzan of Bridgeton, Debbie and husband Ward Bond of Bridgeton, Jennifer and husband Chris Devore of Mansfield, Pa., and Jeremy Tyler of Atlanta, Ga.; stepsons Timothy and wife Sharon of Spring Hill, Daniel and wife Querly of Apalachin, N.Y.; stepdaughter Kristie Cobb of Irvine, Calif.; five step-grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; sisters Rhea, and husband John Bouton of Albuquerque, N.M., and Frances Vogt of Elizabethton, Tenn.  Calling hours will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 6. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7. Both are at the Braintrim Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Lacey Street cemetery. Pastor Tom Davis, Pastor Dave Faulkner and Pastor Mike Shanks will officiate.  The family will provide flowers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Shepherds, 1805 15th Ave., Union Grove, WI 53182-1597, or Child Evangelism Fellowship in Tunkhannock.  Arrangements were made through Sheldon Funeral Homes, Main Street, Laceyville, PA 18623.

WEBSTER - MARCY, Wayda M.
Age 93, of Elkland, PA., died July 5, 2009. She is survived by her daughter Rosalind (James) Webster and was preceded in death by her husband George A. Marcy. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Elkland, PA., Wednesday 6-8 P.M. where funeral services will be held Thursday at 11:00 A.M.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/7/2009

WHITING Daniel Richard
Age 53, of 3874 State Route 414, Corning died Thursday, June 25, 2009 at Strong Memorial Hospital of Rochester, NY. with his family by his side. Dan was born August 5, 1955 in Elmira, NY. He is the son of the late John and Gertrude (Baker) Whiting. He married Caneda (Candy) Bauer of Corning on April 15th, 1978, she survives him. Dan graduated from Addison Central School, class of 1973. He graduated from Corning Community college in 1976. He was employed by P&C Foods of Corning and Horseheads, as a bookkeeper for over thirty years. Dan was an Eagle scout and enjoyed working with local 4-H clubs over the years. A former member of the North Corning volunteer fire department, Dan enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife: Candy Whiting and three daughters: Julie (David) Babcock of Hornell, NY, Jennifer Major of Hornell, NY, and Jill (Michael Swan) Whiting of Corning, NY. sisters: Jean Brate of Woodhull, NY, Joan (Mitch) Mitchell of Elmira, NY, Sharon (Frank) Dunkle of Pine City, NY, Berdine Dowd of Lyons, NY and two brothers: John (Marilyn) Lyon of Ojai, CA, Roger (Mary Catherine) Whiting of Horseheads, NY; sister In Law, Diane Lyon of Long Island. He also has one grandchild; Angel Major of Corning, NY, and many nieces And nephews. Dan was predeceased by his brother, Paul Lyon in 2003. There will be no prior calling hours. Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday July 4th at 1:00pm at the Grace Lee Memorial Wesleyan Church at Rt. 414 and Chambers Road in Beaver Dams, Rev. Lorraine Zimmerman officiating. In lieu of flowers family requests memorials to the Grace Lee Memorial Church or to The American Cancer Society American Cancer Society American Cancer Society American Cancer Society 1400 Winton Road, Rochester, N.Y. 14609-5896. Arrangements entrusted to Carpenters Funeral Home LLC, 14 East Pulteney St. in Corning.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/28/2009

WILLIAMSON - Mrs. Edith Anne Dodge, 78, formerly of Retta, PA, died at the Greenley Personal Care Home on Thurston Hollow Rd., Tunkhannock, on Tuesday afternoon, June 9, 2009. She was born April 26, 1931 in Perth Amboy, NJ, the daughter of the late Edward and Augusta Kelly Williamson. Living all of her early years in New Jersey, she was a graduate of the High Bridge High School, Class of 1949. After moving to the Retta area, she was a member of the Retta United Methodist Church. Throughout the years, she enjoyed breeding and raising dogs, some of which were shown at the Westminster Dog Show in New York City, and most of her dogs were registered with the American Kennel Club. In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening, knitting and collecting figurines, plates and other collectables. Surviving are her daughter, Marilyn Dewar of Three Bridges, NJ; three sons, Edward (Ty) Dodge, Christopher Dodge and David and his wife, Jennifer Dodge, all of Tunkhannock; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her former husband, Charlie Dodge of Laceyville. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Sandy McClain in 2000; a son, Charles (Chip) Dodge in 2009; a sister, Mercy Hotchkiss in 1980 and a long-time friend, Freeman Belcher in 2007. Graveside memorial services will take place in the Retta Cemetery at a later date at the convenience of the family. The family will receive friends at the Sheldon Funeral Home, Main St., Meshoppen, on Friday evening, June 12, from 5 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Susquehanna County Humane Society, Montrose, PA 18801, or to the Retta United Methodist Church, RR4, Montrose, PA 18801. - Wyalusing Rocket Courier, June 11, 2009

Death of a Pioneer
NOAH WILSON, A WELL KNOWN IDA COUNTY PIONEER
Many an old time resident of Battle Creek was painfully grieved Tuesday morning when it was reported that Noah Wilson had died that morning.  His death was sudden for he was laid up in bed only a few days, and it was only about a month ago  that he returned from a  trip to Kansas where he was visiting one of his sons and returned home feeling first--class for an old man, as he put it to a Times reporter.  The deceased was a well respected citizen of our town as anyone knew in town, he loved to chat to anyone who passed by.  The deceased was born June 5, 1826 at Troy, Pennsylvania and departed this life May 3,1904, making him 77 years, 10 months and 28 days old.  He moved with his parents to Linn County when a young boy and was married in the year 1847 to Miss Mary House to which union was born six children; Silas and George of Coyville, Kansas; Iram of Onawa, IA; Charles, Mrs. Lillie  Stewart and Mrs. Captolia Ruggles of Battle Creek, Iowa. Mr. Wilson moved with his family to Missouri and from there to Wilson County, Kansas, living there until 1860 (?) when he moved to Battle Creek, Iowa.  For about a year before his death his health began to fail and heart trouble with the aid of pneumonia caused his death. Funeral services were conducted at the Presbyterian Church on Wednesday at 10 o'clock with the remains being laid to rest in Mount Hope Cemetery.  This is the Obituary for Noah Wilson, son of Iram, Son of Noah

WOOD - Robert L. Wood, 76, a resident at Smith’s Personal Care Home, Wyalusing, PA, died Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre.  He was born on Sept. 3, 1932 in Roseville, PA, a son of Leonard and Victoria WOOD.  Mr. Wood was married to the former Dorothy GRIFFEN.  He loved to do crafts, and enjoyed visiting school students from Mrs. Stevens’s class at Wyalusing Valley High School. He played guitar and banjo, enjoyed playing bingo, and he loved to tell stories of the past.  Mr. Wood is survived by his wife, Dorothy Wood; sisters, Arlene Wood, Grace Lewis, Mary Anne Wood, Dorothy Wood and Colie Wood.  A memorial service will be held at Smith’s Care Home at a later time.  Arrangements were made with McHenry Funeral Home, 106 Church Street, Wyalusing.  Submitted by Reva Howard Wagner 3 July 2009, Wyalusing Rocket Courier.

YEAGLE - KELLAR, Patricia L.
Left us unexpectedly on June 23, 2009 due to a car accident. She is survived by sons; Edsol (Candy), Paul (Missy), John (Beth), and daughter Mary (Rob) Borger. She is also survived by a sister; Margaret (George) Wendling, and brother William Yeagle. She has 12 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends. Meeting her in heaven will be her mother, father, sister, brother and granddaughter, Marissa. A memorial service will be held at the Millport Fire Department on July 3, 2009 from 11am-2pm. All are welcome to come mourn with us. If you have any questions you may contact Beth or John Borger at (607) 271-9695 or (607) 738-5812.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 6/29/2009

ZEPP - Mary L. Michaels, 73, of Mainesburg, died Monday, June 15, 2009, at her home. Mary was born June 12, 1936, in Martinsburg, W.Va., a daughter of James Elmer and Lottie Rebecca Zepp. She was the wife of James H. Michaels. Mary enjoyed dancing and doing ceramics. Mary is survived by her husband, James; a daughter and son-in-law, Dawn Marie and Leroy Moffitt of Delaware; two brothers and sisters-in-law, James Elmer and Elizabeth Wilson, Gerald and Gwen Wilson all of Pennsylvania; a sister, Jeannette Cosgrove of Pennsylvania; granddaughters, Emily Elizabeth Moffitt of Delaware, and Tayna Dawn Moffitt of Tennessee. Mary is also survived by her dogs, Friday, a “Jack Russell” and Toby, a “Daschund.” She was predeceased by two brothers, Darryl W. and Richard Wilson. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. The Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory and Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, is assisting the family. - Mansfield Gazette, June 24, 2009