Reading a series of obituaries from a single cemetery, as they are presented here, is like reading the multi-generational history of a community. These people were the local populace at a particular time. The people buried here knew each other, were neighbors, relatives and school mates. They attended church together and engaged in "trade" or business.

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IDE –MARGUERITE (PEG) COBLEIGH, 96, wife of the late Theodore Cobleigh, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2016. She is survived by sons - Jerry Lee Cobleigh, Donald Jay (Beth Williams) Cobleigh - four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, two sisters, three brothers and numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends are welcome to call from 9 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5 at the First United Methodist Church, 1214 Redington Ave., Troy, Pa. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Burial will be held following the service in Bradford County Memorial Park. The Gerald W. Vickery, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. 1093 West Main St., Troy, Pa., has been entrusted with the arrangements. Peg was born on Feb. 13, 1920, in Dallas, Pa. She was the second of 12 children of Marcus and Audrey Ide. In 1940, she married Ted Cobleigh. For over 60 years, Peg was an active member of the Troy First United Methodist Church. In addition to working for the North Penn Gas Company for over 25 years, Peg's activities included: Election Board in Armenia Township, member of the Grand Paraders Square Dance Club, Troy Senior Citizens, and Thursday Study Club. After residing in the Troy area for almost 70 years, Peg moved to Sun City Center, Fla., to live with her son, Donnie, and his wife. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Troy First United Methodist Church, 1214 Redington Ave., Troy, PA or the charity of one’s choice. –Towanda Daily Review 10/30/2016

LYLE D. INMAN
 Lyle D. Inman, age 78, of Troy, PA died on Tuesday, July 9, 2002 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. He was born on September 6, 1923 in South Creek, Gillett, PA, a son of the late Lynn and Jennie (Mason) Inman. Lyle was a farmer and had been retired since 1981. Lyle is survived by his wife, Virginia S. Inman; a son, Raymond O. Inman of Meadville, PA; daughters, Janet I. Shuman of Lewisburg, PA and June I. Scott of Troy, PA; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by brothers, Merle M. (Alice) Inman and Glenn W. (Virginia) Inman. A private interment will be held in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, at the convenience of the family.  Arrangements were by the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy. Contributions may be made to the Bradford County Heritage Association, PO Box 265, Troy, PA 16947. (TGR, Thursday, July 11, 2002)

 

INGERICK –MARCELLA INGERICK MCNETT, 60, wife of Ed McNett, Roaring Branch, died late Sunday afternoon, Jan. 26, 1975, at her home after an extended illness.  She was born in Union Township, Tioga County, on May 23, 1914, daughter of the late Louis and Nettie Carl Ingerick,  She was a member of the Roaring Branch Methodist Church.  Surviving besides her husband are four daughters, Mrs. James (JoAnn) Johnston of Rockwood, Mich., Mrs. Max (Barbara) Kimble of Roaring Branch, Mrs. Daniel (Daisy) Wright of VanEtten, N.Y., and Mrs. Kenneth (Kay) Collister of Roaring Branch; one son Edward of Blossburg, 18 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Tom Davey of Canton RD 2 and Mrs. Harry Feaster of Proctor Star Route, Williamsport; three brothers, Robert of Bristol, Conn., Mack of St. Petersburg, Fla.; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Funeral services were held at the Ralph T. Kleese Funeral Home, Canton, Wednesday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Harry D. Krause, her pastor, officiating.  Burial was in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills.  –Canton Independent Sentinel.

 

ALFRED F. ISBELL, 84, of 902 Saxer Rd., Dushore, Pa., formerly of the Sullivan Terrace, Dushore, and Rome, Pa., passed away Sunday morning, May 3, 2015 at the home of his daughter, Marilyn Minnier in Colley, Pa.Alfred was born on Nov. 17, 1930 in Burlington Township, Pa., the son of Leslie and Maude Coolbaugh Isbell and grew up on the family farm in Luthers Mills which he loved. Alfred was employed as a mechanic for most of his life having operated his own garage and working at various locations in Bradford County. Spending time with his much loved family was of great importance in his life. Alfred enjoyed the outdoors, watching and feeding wildlife, growing vegetables and flowers, woodworking and tinkering in his garage workshop. He will be deeply missed. Surviving are his children, David Kasson and wife, Debra of Lockwood, N.Y., Robert Kasson and wife, Sharon of Lockwood, N.Y., Mary Saxer of Tunkhannock, Pa., Carolyn Vanderpool and husband, Dale of Towanda, Pa., Marilyn Minnier of Dushore, Pa., Wendy Cass and husband, Randy of Grottoes, Va.; brother, Clifford Isbell of Ulster, Pa.; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Reese and Vivian Clark of Madson, Ohio; sister-in-law, Ellen Platt of Painesville, Ohio; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.Alfred was preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor Pauline Isbell on June 25, 2010 whom he married on March 15, 1958 in Nichols, N.Y.; a son, Leslie William Isbell on May 30, 1992; sons-in-law, Arthur Minnier on April 23, 2013 and Joe Lane on Sept. 5, 2010; brothers and sisters-in-law, Floyd and Bertha Isbell, Clarence and Aileen Isbell, Alton and Lucille Isbell; brother, James Isbell; and sister-in-law, Lois Isbell. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 7, 2015 at the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers, Mills, Pa. Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. There are no calling hours. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the Dushore Fire Company Ambulance Association, P.O. Box 517, Dushore, PA in Alfred's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 5/5/2015

 

ISBELL Audrey A. (Isbell) Allen

60, of Towanda, died surrounded by her family on Tuesday, April 3, 2012. She was the loving wife of Gerald V. "Jerry" Allen. The couple married April 10, 1971 and had 40 happy years together.  Family and friends are welcome to call from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, April 9, 2012 and again from 10-11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 10 at the Gerald W. Vickery, Jr. Funeral Home Inc., 1093 West Main St., Troy, Pa. The funeral service to honor Audrey's life will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 10 at the funeral home with Rev. Donn L. Houser of the Independent Baptist Church of Towanda officiating. Burial will follow the service in Bradford County Memorial Park  Audrey was born, on Jan. 21, 1952 in Towanda, daughter of the late Clarence L. Isbell and Aileen E. (Bronson) Isbell of Columbia Cross Roads. She is a graduate of Troy Area High School, Class of 1969. After completing two years in accounting at Bloomsburg University, she began a 25 year business career of full and part-time bookkeeping positions encompassing entry-level bookkeeping and preparing financial statements. Audrey was serving her fifth term as Bradford County Auditor. She an active member of the State Association of County Auditors and was active in the Bradford County Council of Republican Women. In her spare time, Audrey enjoyed family trips, genealogy, needlepoint, and other crafts. She also had her private pilot's license. Audrey loved the Lord and was Baptist by faith.  Audrey is survived by her husband Jerry; her mother Aileen; her sons Jason V. (Jennifer) Allen of Burlington, Ryan M. (Teresa) Allen of Canton, and Matthew P. (Pam) Allen of Troy; her grandchildren Ethan, Mya, Emily, Austin, Evan, and unborn granddaughter due in May, Alexandra Audrey; her siblings Leslie Isbell, Cathy Burlingame, Steven Isbell, Allissa Senn and Ted Isbell; along with several nieces and nephews.  Audrey was preceded in death by her father, Clarence.  Memorial contributions may be made in Audrey's memory to the Endless Mountains Pregnancy Care Center P.O. Box 42 Canton, PA 17724.  Towanda Daily Review – April 4, 2012

 

ISBELL Clarence L. Isbell

age 79, of 4111 Austinville Road, Columbia Cross Roads, died Sunday, March 6, 2011 at Robert Packer Hospital.   He was born Oct. 11, 1931 in Towanda, son of the late Leslie W. and Maude H. (Coolbaugh) Isbell. He attended Luthers Mills Elementary and Troy High Schools. Clarence and the former Aileen E. Bronson were married June 28, 1951 and would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this summer. He was retired from GTE Sylvania in 1991 and had previously worked at Kennedy Valve, the Pennsylvania State Highway Department, Hauling Milk but he was a farmer at heart and enjoyed working the land. Clarence was a member of the Luthers Mills Church and enjoyed farming, tractor shows, woodworking and carpentry, football, playing cards and spending time with his family.   Surviving are his wife, Aileen E. Isbell of Austinville; his children, Audrey Allen, Leslie Isbell, Cathy Burlingame, Steven Isbell, Allissa Senn and Ted Isbell; brothers, Alfred Isbell, Clifford Isbell his twin; grandchildren, Jason Allen, Ryan Allen, Matthew Allen, Jamie Edington, Robbie Isbell, Sandra Isbell, Kyle Isbell, John Senn, Jim Senn, Ben Senn, Aimee Isbell, Andrew Isbell, Allison Isbell, Janna Isbell, Jamie Gilbert, Shawn Gilbert, John Gilbert, Heather Gilbert; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.   In addition to his parents, three brothers, Floyd Isbell, James Isbell, Alton Isbell; and his two sisters, Blanche Sheridan and Elizabeth Finnerty, predeceased Clarence.   Family and friends are invited to call from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, March 9 at the Gerald W. Vickery Jr. Funeral Home Inc., 110 West Main Street, Troy, Pa. Clarence's funeral service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at noon with his son-in-law, William Senn officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park.  Towanda Daily Review - March 7, 2011

 

CLIFFORD V. ISBELL, 83, of Noble Road, Ulster, Pa., passed away Sunday afternoon, May 24, 2015 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa. Clifford was born Oct. 11, 1931 in Burlington Township, Pa., the son of Leslie and Maude Coolbaugh Isbell. Following high school he served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. On Jan. 7, 1956 he married the former Lois J. Noble in Ulster, Pa. Clifford was employed as a carpenter for several years and was later employed by GTE Sylvania in Towanda until his retirement.Clifford enjoyed spending time with family and friends, holidays, country music and animals.Surviving are his daughters and sons-in-law, Deborah K. and William Ervin, Becky M. and Timothy Landmesser; grandchildren, Shane C. Isbell, Jeremy L. Ervin and wife Cynthia, Isriah J. Landmesser (Jason Warren) and Keira C. Landmesser (Tanner Burton); as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Lois J. Isbell on Feb. 18, 2007; son, John V. Isbell on April 16, 1982; great-granddaughter, Alexis Nichole Ervin-Waters on Oct. 11, 2002; brothers and sisters-in-law, Floyd and Bertha Isbell, Clarence and Aileen Isbell, Alton and Lucille Isbell, Alfred and Eleanor Isbell; brother, James Isbell; and a nephew, Leslie William Isbell.A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 29, 2015 at Bradford County Memorial Park, Burlington Township, Pa., with Pastor Kurt Brown of the Grace Baptist Church, East Smithfield, Pa. officiating. Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 will accord military honors at the cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions may be directed to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA in Clifford's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 5/27/2015

 

ISBELL - Lois J. Noble Isbell, 69, wife of Clifford V. Isbell of Ulster RR 2, Pa., died early Sunday morning, Feb. 18, 2007,
at her home following declining health.Born Aug. 9, 1937, in Sayre, Pa., she was the only child of the late John A. Noble and T. Elvira Parks Noble.On Jan. 7, 1956, she married Clifford V. Isbell in Ulster, Pa.Lois was employed by GTE Sylvania in Towanda in the wiredrawing and finishing departments for more than 30 years until her retirement.She was a member of the Saco Hill Christian Church and the Sylvania Women's Club.Lois loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed caring for her house plants, flower gardens, refinishing furniture and sewing.Surviving are: her husband of 51 years, Clifford V. Isbell, at home; two daughters and sons-in-law, Deborah K. Ervin and William Ervin, and Becky M. Landmesser and Timothy Landmesser; and four grandchildren, Shane C. Isbell, Jeremy L. Ervin, Isriah J. Landmesser and Keira C. Landmesser, all of Ulster RR 2.She was predeceased by her son, John V. Isbell, on April 16, 1982, and by a great-granddaughter, Alexis Nichole Ervin-Waters, on Oct. 11, 2002.A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 22, at Bradford County Memorial Park Cemetery, Luthers Mills, Pa., with Mrs. Janet Wagner officiating.Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. There are no calling hours. The family requests that memorial contributions be directed to the Saco Hill Christian Church in care of Mary Isbell, RR 2, Box 63, Ulster, Pa. 18850, in Lois J. Isbell's memory.

 

LESLIE W. ISBELL, 32, of New Albany RR 1, formerly of Rome RR 1, died Saturday, May 30, 1992 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda.  Born July 2, 1959, in Towanda, he was a son of Alfred and Eleanor Bristol Isbell.  He was employed by County recover Service in Wysox.  Surviving are a son, Alfred Franklin Isbell; a daughter, Amy Lynn Isbell; his parents, Alfred and Eleanor Isbell of Rome RR 1; two brothers, Robert and David Kasson of Lockwood, N.Y.; four sisters, Mary Saxer of Dushore, Carolyn Vanderpool of Towanda, Marilyn Bundle of Dushore and Wendy Isbell of Rome; his maternal grandmother, Louise Clark of Rome; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  The funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 2, 1992, at 2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson, pastor of the Wysox Presbyterian Church, officiating.  Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills.  The family will receive friends this evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. –Towanda Daily Review.

 

NORMAN J. JACKSON, 72, of 114 Ward Ave., Towanda died Saturday evening, Nov. 18, 1995 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda.  Born Feb. 19, 1923, in  Laquin, Pa., he was a son of the late Jay Boyle and Flossie Jackson.  Norman attended school in Laquin and Powell, and in early years, was employed by the Berlinger Silk Mill in Towanda.  On May 26, 1942, he married the former Jane Moran in Franklindale, Pa.  In 1943, he entered the U.S. Army where he served during WWII in Northern France, Germany and central Europe.  Mr. Jackson was employed by E.I. Dupont in Towanda for five years and later by GTE Sylvania in Towanda for 28 years until his retirement in 1987.  Norman was a member of Towanda American Legion Post No. 42.  His main interest in life encompassed his home and family.  Surviving are: his wife of 53 years, Jane Jackson at home; a daughter, Judy Jackson of Towanda; a daughter and her companion, Diana Jackson and Bruce Thall of New Albany; a daughter and son-in-law, Doreen and Kenneth Farmer of Herrickville; grandchildren, David and Carlena Westbrook of Towanda, Jay and Tammy Westbrook of Cogan Station, Pa., Jodi and Howard Benson of Sayre, Jessica Farmer of Herrickville; six great-grandchildren; a sister, Elsie Crawford of Berwick; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was preceded in death by; three brothers; Elmer, Delbert and Frederick Jackson; a sister, Vilo Jackson.  The funeral service will be held Tuesday, Nov. 21, 1995 at 1 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. Thomas Geiger, pastor of the Assembly of God Church, Towanda, officiating.  Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors.  The family will receive friends Tuesday one hour prior to the funeral service at the funeral home.  The family suggests that memorials may be directed to: Towanda Ambulance Association, 312 William St., Towanda, Pa. or to: Franklin Engine Company, 724 S. Main St., Towanda, Pa. in Norman Jackson’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

JEFFERSON –ELIZABETH JEFFERSON “BETTY” BRENCHLEY, 88, former long-time resident of LeRoy, died peacefully January 28, 2002 at the Highlands Nursing Home in LaPorte.  Born on May 29, 1913, in Williamsport, PA, she was the eighth of ten children of the late Earl and Margaret (Reiter) Jefferson.  The Jefferson family lived in Laquin, Barclay Twp., from 1912 to 1920.  They moved to Sheffield, PA in Warren County where her father was employed by the Central Pennsylvania Lumber Company for many years.  She attended school in Laquin and graduated from Sheffield High School in 1930.  After attending Hoffs Business College in Warren, PA, she was employed as a legal secretary for attorneys in Troy and Towanda.  She also worked as a secretary in the office of the former Bradford County Superintendent of Schools and later in the office of the Commissioners of Bradford County until her retirement on May 8, 1971.  After retiring, she worked in the First National Bank of Troy, Canton Office, for several years and served as a Pennsylvania Notary Public from 1962 to 1973.  On February 22, 1936, she married J. Edward “Ed” Brenchley.  Together they enjoyed the rest of their lives on the family’s farm in LeRoy Twp. until Ed’s passing on March 26, 1999.  Memberships include the Towanda Valley Grange No. 204 and the West Franklin United Methodist Church until its closure.  She loved her family; their happiness and welfare came first.  She was a sensitive person who cared deeply for her many friends and wonderful neighbors; always willing to give a helping hand.  She enjoyed working in her gardens, hunting, fishing, and nature.  Surviving: a daughter, Dr. Jean E. Asbell, State College, PA; son and daughter-in-law, James E. and Shirley Brenchley, Canton, RR 1; grandchildren and their spouses, John E. and Kimberly Brenchley, Canton, Donna and Brian Field, Elgin, IL, Michael J. Brenchley, San Francisco, CA; great-grandchildren, Megan and John Maxwell Brenchley and Jacob and Sarah Field; sister-in-law, Mrs. Norman Jefferson, Warren, PA; many loving and special nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.  In addition to her husband of 63 years, she was predeceased by a son-in-law, Bernard Asbell in February, 2001 and nine siblings.  The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m., January 31 at the Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive, Canton.  The funeral service will be held in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, PA.  The family suggests memorials be directed in Mrs. Brenchley’s memory to the Green Free Library, 14 N. Center St., Canton, PA.  –Canton Independent Sentinel.

NANCY KAY JEFFERSON, 49, of Milan RD 1, Smithfield Township, died July 25, 1991, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre.  Born Dec. 16, 1941 in Sayre, she was a daughter of the late George T. and Beulah S. Corson Jefferson.  Nancy was an active member of the East Smithfield United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School for many years.  She is survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Gwen and Robert Harper, Alaska; a sister, Thelma Jefferson, at home; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Louis and Nancy Jefferson, Vienna, OH and George and Marian Jefferson, Milan; aunts and uncles, Betty and Edward Brenchley of Canton and Thelma and Karl Kelder, Towanda; two aunts, Dorothy Corson, Wysox and Vada Berkel, Syracuse, several nieces, and nephews and cousins.  She was predeceased by her father George T. Jefferson, June 29, 1983 and by her mother, Beulah S. Jefferson, June 29, 1991.  Private funeral and committal services were held July 29 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda, with the Rev. David Watkins of Big Pond officiating.  Interment was in the Bradford County Memorial Park.  Friends may direct memorials to the East Smithfield United Methodist Church in Nancy Jefferson’s memory.

JEFFERSON Thelma Louise
Sullivan Review March 9, 2006
Thelma Louise Jefferson, 78, of Milan, died March 2, 2006, at the Bradford County Manor, Burlington, PA. She was born April 11, 1927, in New Albany, a daughter of George T. and Beulah S. Corson Jefferson. Surviving are two brothers, Louis Jefferson of Vienna, Ohio, and George Jefferson of Milan: and an aunt, Dorothy Corson of Wysox. Funeral services were held March 7, 2006 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda, with Rev. William Lusk presiding. Burial  was in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, PA. Submitted by Carol Brotzman

JENKINS –MRS. MERLE JENKINS SHEDDEN, 86 died July 5, 1989.  She had been a resident at the Bradford County Manor.  Mrs. Shedden was born July 31, 1902 at Cedar Ledge, PA a daughter of Justin Evan and Maybell Maude Myrick Jenkins.  Merle and her husband Ray were farmers most of their lives.  She was very devoted to her family.  She is survived by son, Richard and Joan Shedden of Fassett; grandchildren, Duane and Helen K. Shedden of Fassett, Ronald and Barbara Shedden of Fassett, Sandy and Glen Smith of Connecticut, Debbie and Donald Hoffman of Hornell, Diane and Leonard Fucci of Hornell, Richard Jr., Christine and Jeffrey Shedden of Fassett; a sister, Mabel Clinton of Millerton; brother and sister-in-law, John and Eva Jenkins of Troy; son-in-law, Peter Markovitch of Hornell; sisters-in-law, May Kendall of Troy, Florence Jenkins of Elmira and Marcia Jenkins of Granville; good friend, Beryl Wilbur of Troy; nine great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; many cousins, nieces and nephews.  Services were held July 7 at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira with the Rev. Charles Root officiating and interment to be in Bradford County Memorial Park.  –Troy Register-Gazette

JENNINGS –ALBERTA MARIE MORLEY, 63, wife of John F. Morley, of Sheshequin Township, RR 1 died Sunday evening, April 24, 1994, at her home as the result of a heart attack.  Born May 24, 1930, in Ulster, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Dorcas Brown Jennings.  She was a 1948 graduate of the Ulster High School.  On Nov. 26, 1949, she was married to John M. Morley, in Ulster.  Mrs. Morley was a member of the Ulster Village Presbyterian Church, of the Sunday School and was a U.P.W.A. member and a member of the Sheshequin Friendship Club.  In early years, Mrs. Morley had been employed as a sales clerk for the Triangle Shoe Store in Sayre.  Her main interest in life encompassed her home and family.  Alberta attracted many friends throughout the area.  Surviving are her husband, John M. Morley, at home; a son and his wife, Donald and Sheila Morley of Ulster; two daughters and their husbands, Mary Anne and Charles Miller of Broomall, Pa. and Doris and Stephen Parks of Troy.  Also surviving are: her grandchildren, Laura Morley and her fiancée, Ronald VanNess, Amy Morley and Stanley Morley, and Melissa, Eileen and Megan Miller; step-grandchildren, Michael, Stephanie and Brent Parks; step-great-grandchildren, Stephanie and Roni VanNess and Rylan Smith; brothers, James Jennings of Towanda and Leland Jennings of Ulster; sisters, Helen Gates and Phyllis Vanderpoel, both of Ulster; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  The funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 27, 1994, at 1 p.m. at the Ulster Village Presbyterian Church, Main Street, Ulster, with the Rev. Paul West, her pastor, officiating.  The family will receive friends Tuesday evening, April 26, 1994, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Bowen-Farr Funeral Home, Gordon Farr Street, Ulster.  Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills.  The family suggests that memorials may be directed to the Ulster Village Presbyterian Church, in care of Robert F. Geppert, RR 2, Box 231 AB, Ulster, Pa. in Mrs. Morley’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

JENNINGS - ALBERTA MORLEY
 Alberta Marie Morley, 63, of Sheshequin Township RR 1, PA died Sunday, April 24, 1994 at her home as the result of a heart attack. Born May 24, 1930 in Ulster, PA she was a daughter of the late Frank and Dorcas Brown Jennings. Surviving are her husband of 44 years, John M. Morley, at home; a son and his wife, Donald and Sheila Morley of Ulster; daughters and their husbands, Mary Anne and Charles Miller of Broomall, PA and Doris and Stephen Parks of Troy; six grandchildren; two brothers and two sisters; nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services were to be held April 27 (1 pm) at the Ulster Village Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Paul West officiating and interment to be in the Bradford County Memorial Park in Luthers Mills.  Arrangements were by the Bowen-Farr Funeral Home in Ulster. The family suggests that memorials may be directed to the Ulster Village Presbyterian Church in care of Robert F. Geppert, RR 2, Box 231 AB, Ulster, PA 18850 in Mrs. Morley's memory. (TGR, Thursday, April 28, 1994)

JENNINGS –H. IRENE J. SPARROW, 77, wife of Calvin J. Sparrow of 400 Bridge St., Towanda, died early Tuesday morning, May 8, 1990, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.  Born Jan. 19, 1913 in Overshot, she was a daughter of Benjamin and Lizzie Piper Jennings.  Irene was a graduate of Towanda High School, class of 1929.  She later graduated from Meekers Business School in Elmira in 1931.  On Nov. 11, 1934, she married Calvin J. Sparrow.  She was employed for a brief time by Dunn and Bradstreet in Elmira.  In 1932 she entered the employ of the Dayton Milling Company in Towanda where she worked for 17 years until 1949.  Between 1949 and 1963, she devoted her full time and energies to her home and children.  Then in 1963, she returned to the work force to enter the employ of the probation department at the Bradford County Courthouse, retiring in 1974.  She was a member of the Towanda First Presbyterian Church for over 50 years, a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Towanda Chapter No. 76, and the Towanda Woman’s Club.  She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Calvin J. Sparrow at home; two sons and daughters-in-law, Edwin J. and Viola Sparrow of Towanda and Dr. Clark J. and Theresa Sparrow of North Towanda; a daughter and son-in-law, Dawn and Erick Hodgdon of Towanda RR 5; seven grandchildren; a brother-in-law, Asa Brooks of Geneva, N.Y.; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Mrs. Sparrow was preceded in death by two sisters, Leah Markhan and Lucy Brooks and by a brother, Leslie Jennings.  The family will receive friends on Thursday from 7-0 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda.  The funeral service will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Dr. Stephen Starzer officiating.  Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park.  The family suggests that memorials may be directed to the American Lung Association of Northeast Pennsylvania, 302 North Main Ave., Scranton, Pa., or to the Towanda First Presbyterian Church, Court St., Towanda, Pa. in Mrs. Sparrow’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

JENNINGS James F. - James F. "Jim" Jennings, 82, of Towanda RR1, N. Towanda Twp., Pa., died
Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at the Bradford County Manor in West Burlington Twp., Pa. Jim was born in Ulster, Pa., on June 10, 1928, the son of the late Frank Jennings and Dorcas Brown Jennings. He attended school in Ulster and later served in the U.S. Army in Japan during World War II. Following completion of his military service, he returned home to be employed by the Ulster Creamery where he advanced to the position of manager. On May 20, 1950, he married the former Wilma June Sluyter at the Ulster Village Presbyterian Church. Jim was subsequently transferred to the Columbia Cross Roads Creamery where he served as manager for a time and then returned as manager to the Ulster facility. In later years, Jim worked on his father-in-law's farm at Sugar Creek and was also employed as a union carpenter until his retirement. Jim was a life member of the North Towanda United Methodist Church where he served as Chairman of the Board of Trustees for many years. He was also a member of Carpenters Union Local 645, Scranton Pa., and Beirne Webster VFW Post No. 1568, Towanda. In early years, Jim was an active in youth fellowship at his church, 4H, bowling and coached softball. Jim and his wife Wilma June hosted the Jennings family reunion for over 35 years. He is survived by: his devoted wife of 60 years, Wilma June Jennings at home; brother and sister-in-law, Leland and Alicia Jennings of Sheshequin, Pa.; sister, Phyllis VanDerpoel of Sheshequin, Pa.; many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sisters, Helen Gates and Alberta Morley. The funeral service will be held at noon Monday, June 21, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with the Rev. Jean Montgomery, pastor of the North Towanda United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa., with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service Monday morning at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to the North Towanda United Methodist Church in care of Jake Guffey, Treasurer, RR 1 Box 297, Towanda, PA 18848 in James F. Jennings memory. – Towanda Daily Review, June 18, 2010

JENNNINGS –LESLIE D. WELCH, 49 of RR 1, Granville Summit, Pa., died Tuesday, Dec. 24, 1996 at home.  She was born Oct. 8, 1947 in Sayre the daughter of Leslie and Elizabeth Gernert Jennings.  She was a former member of the Austinville Union Church.  Leslie was a volunteer worker at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, and a cheerleader coach for the Troy PeeWee Midget Football Team.  She loved antiques and crafts.  Leslie is survived by her husband, Kenneth L. Welch; son and daughter-in-law, Adrian and Becky McClure of Leona, Pa.; daughter, Kimberly McClure of LeRoy; granddaughter, Haylee Bastion; stepchildren, Mike Welch of Rome, Doug and Barbara Welch of Ulster, Kevin and Helen Welch of Rome, Sherri Welch of Ulster; five step-grandchildren, sisters and brothers-in-law, Patricia Ireland of Orlando, Fla., Jeanne and Ralph Bailets of Sugar run, Fran and Jack Close of Penn Yan, N.Y.; Kathy Jennings of Orlando, Fla.; brother and sister-in-law, Ben and Donna Jennings of Orlando, Fla.; several nieces and nephews.  A memorial service will be held at the Austinville Union Church on Saturday, Dec. 28, 1996 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Kenneth Marple officiating.  Burial will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills.  Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society, 413 S. Main St., Athens, Pa.  Arrangements are by the Vickery funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Troy., Pa.  –Towanda Daily Review

JENNINGS –MARGUERITE (PEG) MURRAY, 71 of Columbia Cross Roads, died Sunday evening, Dec. 24, 1989, at Troy Community Hospital.  She was born Nov. 10, 1918 in East Troy, the daughter of Floyd and Flossie Crane Jennings.  She was a member of Columbia Cross Roads United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women.  She was a former member of the East Troy Rebekah Lodge.  She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Courtney W. Murray; a daughter, Mrs. Sheila Martin of Columbia Cross Roads; son and daughter-in-law, Courtney F. (Corky) and Valerie Murray of Endicott, N.Y.; grandchildren; Tammi and Michael, Jennifer, Nicole, Jessica and great-grandson, T.J.; sister-in-law, Ollie Stockholm of Gillett; several nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her sister, Nina Calkins, on Sept. 14, 1980 and a son-in-law, John H. Martin on Jan. 11, 1982.  The funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy with the Rev. George Mauk officiating.  Burial will be in Bradford county Memorial Park in Luthers Mills, Pa.  The family will provide flowers.  Memorials may be directed to the Columbia Cross Roads United Methodist Church or the Troy Ambulance Association.  –Towanda Daily Review.

NELSON JENNINGS.  Village Blacksmith dies at 86, (Mar. 27, 1970) who was the last village blacksmith to serve hundreds of farms between Towanda and Canton, died Friday at the home of his son Cortez with home he has been living at Spring Lake since retirement a few years ago.  He was born in Franklindale, (Apr. 20, 1884) son of William and Dora Compton Jennings, and spent his life in the Franklindale-Powell area until he closed his business a few years ago as work horses disappeared from the farms. Buried Bradford County Memorial Park.  –Towanda Daily Review.

JENNINGS - Wayne E. Jennings, 55, of Towanda RR 2, Terry Twp., Pa., died Monday, Aug. 31, 2009, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa.  Wayne was born in Sayre, Pa., on Jan. 21, 1954, the son of Genevieve KITHCART Jennings and the late Cortez W. Jennings. He was a graduate of Wyalusing Valley High School Class of 1971 and was formerly employed by Outwater Pontiac-Cadillac and by Green's Auto Mart in Wysox, Pa. Wayne was a member of the Towanda Gun Club.  He is survived by: his mother, Genevieve K. Jennings, with whom he resided, of Towanda RR 2; half-brother Gerald Jennings and his wife Neysa of Ulster, Pa.; half sisters Barbara Halstead of New York State, Jean Fethers of Athens, Pa., and Joan Feathers and her husband Melvin of Gillett, Pa.; brothers Allen R. Jennings of Towanda RR 2, Pa., and Randy L. Jennings and his wife Linda of Brazil, Ind.; sister Juanita Light and her husband David of Rome, Pa.; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his father, Cortez W. Jennings, on Feb. 4, 1980. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with Pastor Dennis Fox officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service Friday morning at the funeral home.  02 Sept. 2009, Towanda Daily Review.

WILLIAM D. JENNINGS, 83, of Monroeton RR 1, West Burlington Township, PA died Thursday, January 12, 1995 at his home.  Born March 7, 1911 in Powell, he was the son of the late Nelson and Mabel Green Jennings.  Mr. Jennings owned and operated a dairy farm in West Burlington Township his entire life.  He also trucked cattle to the Troy and Athens sale barns where he also worked.  He was a member of the Franklindale Christian Church and the Iona Grange No. 272, Franklindale, PA.  Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Edith Jennings, at home; sons and daughters-in-law, Philip and Arlene Jennings of Monroeton, Ralph and Sherrill Jennings of Towanda RR 3 and Herbert and Phyllis Jennings of Sulphur Springs, TX; 12 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; a sister and brother-in-law, Carrie and Elwin Fitch of Franklindale; and several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services were held at the Franklindale Christian Church on January 14 with the Rev. Larry Adee of Campbell, NY officiating and to be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills.  Arrangements were under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda.  The family suggests that memorials be made to the Franklindale Christian Church, c/o Jenny Jennings, secretary, RR 1, Box 238, Monroeton, PA in William D. Jennings’ memory.  –Towanda Daily Review

 

JOHNSON Basil R. Johnson, 64, of Towanda  RD 2, (Towanda Township), died Thursday morning, Jan. 16, 1986, at the Veteran Administration Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre, PA.  Born June 8, 1921, in Monroe Township, he was the son of Enos and Addie BENJAMIN Johnson.  He was a veteran of World War II, having served with the Army.  He was employed by Dibble's sawmill, first in North Towanda and later in Monroeton for over thirty years, retiring from there in 1983.  Survivors include his wife Margaret Johnson; three sons; James R. Johnson of Athens, Charles B. Johnson of Towanda RD 2 and Robert E. Johnson of Towanda RD 2; a daughter Rose M. Johnson of Towanda RD 2; a grandson, Charles Johnson Jr., of Towanda; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Willey, Towanda RD 4; and Mrs. Nellie Fowler, Towanda RD 4; a brother, Grant Johnson of New Albany; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave. Towanda, with Rev. Thomas A. Geiger, pastor of the Assembly of God Church, officiating.  Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service Saturday afternoon at the funeral home.  The Towanda American Legion Post #42 will accord full military honors at the cemetery.  Reva Howard Wagner.  Towanda Daily Review Jan 1986.

 

JOHNSON -BEVERLY J. ERVIN, 83, of Milan, PA, passed away Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022 at home with her family and beloved dog Teddy by her side following a brief illness. She was born Oct. 30, 1938, in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late Thomas and Katherine Johnson. Beverly retired from Sayre Lingerie following over 40 years of dedicated service. She loved her family and spending time with them. Beverly enjoyed sewing. She is predeceased by her sister Joanne Spencer, father of her children William Ervin, Sr., special friend Bob Keene, and grandchildren Ardenia Ervin, Nathan Blackman, Amanda Blackman, Maegan Blackman, and Alexis Ervin. Beverly is survived by her children William (Deborah) Ervin, Jr. of Ulster, Pa., Bonnie (Craig) Alderman of Athens, Pa., Michael Ervin of Milan, Pa., Allen (Barb) Ervin of Milan, Pa., Tammy (John) Blackman of Sayre, Pa., James (Laura) Ervin of Athens, Pa., and Robin Ervin of Sayre, Pa., grandchildren Jeremy (Cynthia), Chris (Heather), Jason (Lori), Nita, Gabby, Mika, Sammy, Allen, Tiffany (Brett), Marcus (Korie), Alisha, John, Justin (Tiffany), Tyler, Kelsey, Devin, Kevin, and Raya, 19 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters Betty Alexander of Sayre, Pa. and Betsy Alexander of Virginia Beach, Va., brothers Paul (Bea) Johnson of Owego, N.Y. and Tom (Pat) Johnson of Sayre, Pa., and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. A Time of Visitation will be held for family and friends on Tuesday, Jan. 18, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lowery-Urban Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. A Celebration of Life Service will follow at 3 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Jim Donahoo officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Towanda, Pa. Memorial donations can be made in Beverly’s name to the Animal Care Sanctuary, 353 Sanctuary Hill Lane, Milan, PA. -Sayre Morning Times 1/14/2022

 

JOHNSON Admiral E. "Bill" Johnson Jr.
69, of 3041 Marshview Road, Towanda, Pa. died Thursday evening Oct. 14, 2010 at his home following an extended illness. "Bill" as he was known by his family and friends was born in Sayre, Pa. on May 20, 1941, the son of the late Admiral E. Johnson Sr. and Florence Mosier Johnson. He was a graduate of Towanda High School class of 1959.  On Aug. 3, 1963 he married the former Roberta "Bertie" J. Kunkle in North Towanda, Pa. In early years, Bill worked on the Johnson Family Farm in Asylum Twp. In 1970 he became employed by Masonite Corporation in Wysox now known as Craftmaster, Inc. where he remained until his retirement in 2003. Bill was a member of the Towanda Gun Club and the National Rifle Association. He was a social member of Asylum VFW Post No. 6072. Bill enjoyed the outdoors, cutting wood, four-wheeling and hunting. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and woodworking.  He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Bertie at home; children, David W. Johnson of Elmira, N.Y., Darin L. Johnson and his wife Rhonda, Daryl M. Johnson and his wife Debbie, all of Towanda, and Kimberly S. Oskin and her husband, Kevin of Beardstown, Ill.; grandchildren, Natalie L. Johnson and her husband, Brad of Towanda, Keri A. Johnson and Casey Rowe of Troy, Pa., Morgan and Seth Johnson of Towanda, and Brooke Oskin of Beardstown, Ill.; step-grandchildren, Kelly Mowry of Carlisle, Pa., Jonathan Mowry and Brandi Beers of Towanda, great-grandchildren, Noah L. Johnson, Taylor M. Johnson, Madison L. Johnson, Carson L. Johnson, and Kade R. Rowe; step-great-grandchildren, Skylar Kunkle and Brayden Spencer; sisters, Lucille Chapman and her husband, Earl, of Ulster RR 2, Janice Bump and her husband, Carl of Towanda, Sherri Rice and her husband, Kenny of Towanda; a special nephew and his wife, Tony and Theresa Johnson of Towanda; mother-in-law, Vina Kunkle of Towanda; sisters-in-law: Doris Johnson of Terrytown, Pa., Sheila Johnson of Towanda; brother-in-law, Ronald Whitson of the Wyalusing Personal Care Home; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Robert Kunkle Jr. and his wife Lola of Towanda, Roger Kunkle of New Albany, Pa., Billy Kunkle and his wife Nancy of Towanda, sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sandra Patrick and George Patrick of Herrickville, Pa.; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his son, Dean Eric Johnson in 1990; brothers: Ronald and Marvin: sisters, Doris Whitson and Yvonne McCarthy and her husband, Robert MCarthy; great-nephews, Nathan Johnson, Lucas Johnson, Charles Kingston Jr. and Jason Kunkle, father-in-law, Robert Kunkle Sr.  The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave. Towanda, Pa. with Rev. Robert Martin officiating. Interment will follow in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society American Cancer Society American Cancer Society , Bradford Unit, 1948 East Third Street, Williamsport, PA 17701-3945 in Admiral E. Johnson Jr.'s memory. - Towanda Daily Review, October 16, 2010

JOHNSON Charles Burton Johnson, 75, of 710 S. Main Street, Towanda, died
Saturday Feb. 11, 1995, at Memorial Hospital, Towanda.  Born October 16, 1919, in Towanda, he was a son of the late Joseph and Florence Johnson.  Mr. Johnson was a veteran of World War II serving three years in the Army in field artillery.  Having served bravely for his country, Charles received the World War II victory medal, the American Theatre ribbon, the Asiatic Pacific Campaign ribbon with two bronze stars, the Philippine Liberation ribbon with one battle star and a bronze service arrowhead.  In his younger years Mr. Johnson enjoyed fishing and hunting.  His main interest encomapssed his home and family.  Survivinge are: two brothers, John Johnson of Athens RR 1 and Oliver Henry Johnson of Wyalusing RR 2; three sisters; Lillian Wandell of Elmira, NY, Mary Chilson of Durell and Eliza BENJAMIN of Wyalusing RR 2; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was preceded in death by brothers Albert and Joseph Johnson.  The funeral service will be held Feb. 16, 19995, at 2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen-Funeral Home 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Thomas Geiger, pastor of the Assembly of God Church, Towanda officiating.  Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills.  Friends are invited to call Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.  RHW, Feb 1995, Towanda Daily Review.

JOHNSON   Charles S. Johnson of 515 Second Street, who has been in the employ of the Lehigh Valley Railroad for over 40 years, died unexpectedly here.  His age was (87) and he had been a patient at the hospital for two days.  Mr. Johnson was born in Monroeton and had lived in this area all of his life.  He entered the Lehigh Valley's employ at the age of 16.  At the time of his death, he was a machinist at the Sayre Shops.  Recently he was awarded the Lehigh Valley's Legion of Honor for long and loyal service.  He was a member of Christ Episcopal Church and the Townada Aerie of Eagles.  Mr. Johnson's wife died a few years ago.  Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Jane Calkins of Towanda; a son, Edward of Towanda; four brothers, William, Freemand and Leon of Towanda and Judson of Monroeton; a sister, Mrs. Esther Hildebrandt of Waverly, NY; four grnadchildren, another son, Sterling was killed a number of years ago while serving in the Army.  Funeral services will be held at the Archer Funeral Home, Chestnut Street, Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock.  Rev. Robert H. Wellner, rector of Christ Church will officiate and interment will be in Bradford county Memorial Park, Luther Mills.  Jan 11, 1961, Towanda Daily Review.  Submitted by Reva Wagner.

JOHNSON Cornelius
Man Known Here Dies in Elmira - Cornelius (Flip) Johnson, well known in this area, died Saturday evening at his home, 153 Sullivan Street, Elmira, following a long illness.  He was 53 years of age. Surviving are his wife, Bertha; two daughters, Mrs. Marian Mastrantonio of Horseheads, N. Y., and Susy Wilcox of Elmira; three sons, Harold, Louis, and Ervin, of Elmira; his mother, Mrs. Ruey Johnson, of Towanda; a sister, Miss Hattie Johnson, of Elmira; two brothers, Stephen, of Waverly and Paul, of Santa Monica, Calif.; 11 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  The body is at the Keister Funeral Home, 1138 Broadway, Elmira, and will be taken to the family home, 153 Sullivan Street, Elmira, today.  Wednesday morning it will be returned to the Keister Funeral Home for services at 2 o'clock.  Rev. Bror Olsen will officiate and interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park.   10 May 1955 - periodical unknown

 

DEAN ERIC JOHNSON, 18, OF Towanda RD 4, Asylum Township died early Sunday morning, January 28, 1990 as the result of a motor vehicle accident in Durell, Asylum Township. Born June 7, 1971 in Towanda, he was a son of Admiral E. and Roberta Kunkle Johnson Jr. Dean attended the Wysox and Towanda Schools and was a senior at Towanda High School. He was also employed by the Barrett Brothers Farm in Marshview. Dean enjoyed the outdoors, especially riding a three-wheeler. He is survived by his parents, Admiral E. and Roberta Knukle Johnson Jr. of Towanda RD 4, three brothers: David W. Johnson of Elmira, Darin L. Johnson of Spring Lake; Daryl M. Johnson at home; a sister, Kimberly S. Johnson at home: two nieces, Natalie Johnson of Spring Lake and Carrie Johnson of Mountain Lake; maternal grandparents, Robert and Vina Kunkle Sr. of Ellis Hill, Towanda RD 2; maternal great-grandmother, Myrtle Kunkle of Towanda; several aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends from 7-9 this evening at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with Rev. Harry L. Ferguson, pastor of the Wysox Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park. –Towanda Daily Review

FREEMAN EDWIN JOHNSON, 85, formerly of Hillside Drive, Towanda, Pa., passed away Monday morning, Oct. 12, 2015 at the Personal Care Home of Guthrie Towanda Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa. Freeman was born Feb. 21, 1930 in Monroeton, Pa., the son of Freeman Robert Johnson and Lydia May Hardenstine Johnson. Freeman served in the U.S. Army in Germany during the Korean War. While serving in Germany he met Thea Lilli Huenerfauth and they were married on Feb. 14, 1953 in Ludwigshafen, Germany. In that same year the couple came to the United States to make their home. In early years Freeman was employed by Dean Meredith Motors in Towanda and by Masonite Corporation in Wysox. He later drove a school bus, worked in security at GTE Sylvania in Towanda and served as a courier for the First National Bank of Bradford County. Freeman enjoyed arts and crafts. He was a member of Towanda American Legion Post No. 42. Surviving are his daughter and son-in-law, Monika and Craig Slater of Burlington; step grandchildren, Craig Slater Jr. of Burlington, Jackie Slater of Dryden, N.Y.; sisters-in-law, Gladys Johnson Derr of Durell, Betty M. Johnson of the Personal Care Home of Guthrie Towanda Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Betty H. Johnson of Towanda, Shirley Johnson of Ulster; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Thea on Sept. 10, 2009; brothers, Clayton, Walter, Donald and Charles Johnson; and sisters, Freda Goodenow and Arvilla Allen. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, 2015 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with Pastor Donn Hauser of the Independent Baptist Church, Towanda, officiating. Interment will follow in Bradford County Memorial Park, Burlington Township, Pa., with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors.The family will receive friends this evening from 7 to 9 p.m. and also on Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the Independent Baptist Church, 109 Cherry St., Towanda, PA, the Personal Care Home of Memorial Hospital Resident Activities Fund, 603 William St., Towanda, PA or to the Alzheimer's Association, 57 North Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, PA in Freeman's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 10/14/2015

JOHNSON -JOYCE JOHNSON FULLER, 80, formerly of N. Main St., Towanda, passed away Friday evening, Aug. 28, 2020 at the Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Joyce was born in Sayre, on Aug. 3, 1940 the daughter of Harold Johnson and Amy Lee Johnson. She attended the Towanda Schools and later on Jan. 9, 1956, Joyce married Leo J. Fuller in Wysox. In early years, Joyce was employed by the Endicott-Johnson Shoe Company in Mildred, PA. She was subsequently employed by GTE Sylvania in Towanda for 20 years until retirement. Joyce was a member of the Sylvania Women’s Club. Joyce was an avid baseball and softball fan and attended countless Little League, high school and local softball games. She liked to play card games, challenging her grandkids to endless rounds of Uno and Skipbo. Joyce was a dog lover and enjoyed spoiling her pets. She is survived by her children, Wayne Fuller and wife, Debra Fuller of Bear Creek, Alan Fuller and Bryon Fuller both of Towanda, Wanda Fields and husband, Dave Fields of Waldron, Indiana, eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Joyce is also survived by her sister, Betty Ballard of Towanda; brother-in-law, Norman Fuller of Rome; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, of 54 years, Leo J. Fuller on Feb. 10, 2010; brothers, Basil, Harold and Ronald Johnson; and sisters, Catherine Lee and Geraldine Bacorn. The private graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 4 at Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Bradford County Humane Society in Ulster. -Towanda Daily Review 8/30/2020

JOHNSON –MARJORIE M. ‘MARGIE’ FRENCH, 76, a resident of the Highlands Care Center, Laporte, Pa., formerly of Saco and Wyalusing, Pa., passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa."Margie" as she was known by her family and friends was born in Ulster Township, Pa. on Jan. 27, 1939, the daughter of Charles Edward "Ed" Johnson and Florence Marie Reynolds Johnson. In early years she was employed by the Towanda Motel. She is survived by her husband, Rosby French whom she married on June 22, 1958; brother and sister-in-law, Edwin W. and Kay Johnson of South Carolina; sister, Clemence Chisoch of Allis Hollow; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Charles and Maxine French of Elbony, Va.; brothers-in-law, Paul Barnum of Towanda, Leonard Baton of Florida; sisters-in-law, Alice French of Illinois, Violet Koser of Towanda; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins and a special cousin, Neysa Jennings of Ulster. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Charles Johnson in 2002.The family extends their deepest appreciation to Margie's caregivers for their dedication and kindness through the years. The funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. Monday, March 23, 2015 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. with Rev. Robert Martin officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Burlington Township, Pa. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be directed to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA in Margie's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 3/18/2015

JOHNSON - WHITSON, Doris J.
Age 71, of Elmira, NY, died unexpectedly Tuesday, December 18, 2007, at her home. Born December 10, 1936 in Sayre, PA, she was the daughter of the late Admiral Johnson and Florence Mosier Johnson. In early years, Doris was employed by the Blue Swan in Sayre, PA, and was later employed by Sylvania Electric in Towanda, PA, for a number of years. Her life revolved around her family and she especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Doris enjoyed playing bingo with her friends and shopping. She is survived by her husband, Ronald Whitson; son and daughter-in-law, Anthony "Tony" and Theresa Johnson of Towanda, RR 4; stepson, Ronald Whitson of Florida; grandchildren, Amanda F. Johnson Martin and her husband, Daniel Martin of Hatfield, PA, Tony A. Johnson of Towanda, RR 4; great-grandchildren, Daniel, Jessica, Nicolas and Jacsyn; sisters and brothers-in-law, Lucille and Earl Chapman of Ulster, RR 2, Janice and Carl Bump of Towanda, RR 2, Sherrie and Ken Rice of Towanda, RR 2; brother and sister-in-law, Admiral Johnson Jr. and Roberta Johnson of Towanda, RR 4; sisters-in-law, Doris Johnson of Wyalusing, RR 2, Sheila Johnson of Towanda, RR 4; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Nathan L. "Nate" Johnson; brothers, Ronald L. Johnson Sr. and Marvin C. Johnson; sister and brother-in-law, Yvonne Ellen McCarthy and Robert F. McCarthy Sr. The funeral and committal service will be held Friday, December 21, 2007, at 12 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, PA, with the Rev. Richard Barner, Pastor of the First United Methodist Church, Towanda, PA officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, PA. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service Friday morning at the funeral home.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/20/2007.

JOHNSON –MRS. ETHEL B. LEE, 88 of New Albany RD 2, Albany Township, died Sunday morning at her home following a lingering illness.  She was born Feb. 24, 1900 in South Branch, Monroe Township, daughter of the late John R. and Nora A. Northrup Johnson.  She had spent all of her life in the Bradford County area.  Her late husband, Raymond Lee died July 23, 1966.  She had been engaged in the farming industry with her husband until his death and also worked for 25 years for the Rynveld Wreath Co. in New Albany until retiring in 1966.  She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Leslie (Myrtle) Swingle of Parkersburg, W. Va. and Mrs. Robert (Mildred) Minier of Towanda RD 4; one son Harry of Chipley, Fla.; six grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren.  Funeral and committal services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. in the Russell P. McHenry Funeral Home, 119 Carpenter St., Dushore wit the Rev. William Lewis, pastor of the Evergreen Christian Church, officiating.  Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills at the convenience of the family.  Friends may call at McHenry’s in Dushore, Wednesday from 7-9 p.m.  –Towanda Daily Review

JOHNSON –EMILY S. PIPHER, 80, formerly of Milan died Friday February 16, 1990 at River Mede Manor Nursing Home, Binghamton. She was born June 29, 1909 in Elmira and attended Corning area schools. She was a former member of the Laurel Hill Grange and was employed as a nurse’s aide at Robert Packer Hospital for 10 years. Mrs. Pipher is survived by a daughter, Mrs. John (Beverly) McDermott of Apalachin; a sister, Mrs. Ethel Cisco of Bradenton, FL; a half-sister, Beatrice Potter of Lowman; a half-brother, Gilbert Smith of Painted Post; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald A. Pipher and by a daughter, Sylvia Gerould. Friends may call at the Lowery Funeral Home, 225 S. Main St., Athens on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral and committal services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. John Feister, pastor of the East Smithfield United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, PA. –Towanda Daily Review

JOHNSON –GENEVIEVE H. FORD, 78, widow of John Clinton Ford of Towanda RR 3, Monroe Township, died Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2002, at the Bradford County Manor, West Burlington Township.  Born May 23, 1923, in New Albany Township, she was a daughter of the late Leon and Ethel Lee Johnson Sr..  Genevieve was a member of the New Albany Cooperative Parish and the Endless Mountains C.B. Club.  Genevieve operated her goodwill store first in New Albany and later at Kellogg for many years.  Surviving are her son, Matthew Ford of Towanda RR 4; a granddaughter, Brooke Ford of Waverly, N.Y.: a brother Leon Johnson Jr. of Towanda RR 4; two sisters, Grace Pond of Gastonia, N.C. and Patricia Holey of Plant City, Fla.; a special cousin, Hilda Applegate of Towanda RR 2; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.   She was preceded in death by her husband, John Clinton Ford, on June 23, 1978.  The funeral service will be held Thursday, Jan. 24, 2002, at 1 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Ronald Troup, pastor of the New Albany Cooperative Parish officiating.  Interment will follow in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills.  The family will receive friends on Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. at the funeral home. –Towanda Daily Review.

JOHNSON   Harry F. Johnson, Sr., 85, formerly of the Senior Citizens Building, Towanda, and Franklindale, Pa., died Thursday morning Reb. 19, 2004 at Memorial Hospital in North Towanda Township.  Born July 20, 1918 in Granville Township he was the son of the late Elmer H. and Lena Smith Johnson.  Harry operated a salvage yard on Barclay Mountain for several years and later operated Johnson's Refuse Disposal Service for many years retiring in 1975. He was a member of the Bradford County Fire Police, the Franklin Twp. Fire Company, Monroe Hose Company and North Towanda Fire Department.  On March 16, 1942 he married the former Mary L. Potter in Frederick, Maryland.  Surviving are: Five sons, Harry F. Johnson and wife Kathy Johnson of Monroeton; William E. Johnson and wife Bonnie Johnson of Monroeton; John E. (Jack) Johnson and wife Sylvia Johnson of Powell; George Johnson and wife Florence Johnson of Monroeton; Terry Johnson and his wife Renee Johnson of Gouldsboro; Five daughters; Mary Ellen Jones and her husband, Calvin Jones of Canton; Jeannie Northrup and her husband, Boyce Northrup Jr. of Powell, Suzanne Stewart and her husband Joseph Stewart of Franklindale, Julie Nace and her husband Charles Nace of Carlisle, Pa: Leola Gould and her husband Tom Gould of Shiremanstown; 42 grandchildren, and numerous great grandchildren; a sister, Anna Mae Burnett of Troy; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was predeceased by his wife, Mary L. Potter Johnson on Feb. 18, 1998 and by a grandson, Terry Lee Johnson Jr. on Feb. 24, 1981.  The funeral service will be held Saturday, Feb. 21, at 11 a.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave. Towanda, Pa. with Pastor Wesley Nichols, of the Church on the hill, Milan, Pa. officiating.  Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luther's Mills, Pa.  The family will receive friends Friday evening from 7-9 p.m. at the Funeral Home.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Bradford County Fire Police in care of Gordon W. Ford, 217 Chestnut St. Towanda, Pa. 18848 in Harry F. Johnson, Sr. memory.

JOHNSON –HAZEL L. ELLIOTT, 83, wife of LeRoy F. Elliott of Ulster, Pa. formerly of Powell, Pa. died Wednesday evening November 29, 2006 at the Skilled Nursing Unit of Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa.  Born June 21, 1923 in Terry Township, Pa. she was the daughter of the late Esmond Johnson and Della Vanderpool Johnson. On November 28, 1969 Hazel married LeRoy F. Elliott in Towanda, Pa. In earlier years, Hazel was employed by the Wysox Dress Factory in Wysox, Pa.  Hazel's life revolved around her home and family.  She loved spending time with her grandchildren who were very special to her.  Hazel enjoyed going camping and fishing with her family.  She also enjoyed country music, baking, crocheting and gardening. Panzies and Brown Eyed Susan's were among her favorite flowers.  The companionship of her dog Dezi was very special to Hazel for many years.  Surviving are: her husband of 37 years, LeRoy F. Elliott at home; her children: Sandra Miller of Elkland, Pa, Norma Rinus of New York State; Connie Hartford and her husband Harland Hartford of Canton, Pa.; Edward Johnson and his wife Debra Johnson of Morris Run, Pa.; Gail Forrest and her husband Charles Forrest of Towanda; Ricky Bellows and his wife Lorie Bellows of Wysox, Pa.; 19 Grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren; Her Brother and Sister-in-law, Sherman and Ruth Johnson of Wysox, Pa.; her sisters: Beatrice Gillespie of Terrytown, Pa. Gladys Merritt of Wyalusing, Pa. Virginia Johnson of Athens, Pa. Bernita Wright of Sayre, Pa. Bernetta Ellis of Elmira, N.Y.; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by: a daughter, Rachel Johnson; brothers, Carl, Esmond Jr., Cecil and Alfred Johnson, Sisters, Louise Mosier, Arlene Vanderpool and Evelyn Hite.  The family will receive friends Monday evening from 7-9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home 217 York Ave. Towanda, Pa.  The funeral service will be held Tuesday December 5, 2006 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Sandy Brant, pastor of the Ulster United Methodist Church officiating.  Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa.  Hazel's family extends their greatest appreciation to the Skilled Nursing Unit of Memorial Hospital for the wonderful care she received while a resident there and also a special Thank You to Doris and Kim for the comfort and friendship shown to Hazel.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the North East Pennsylvania Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, Kirby Health Center, 71 N. Franklin St. Wilkes-Barre, Pa. in Hazel L. Elliott's memory. –Towanda Daily Review

JOHNSON -JANE JOHNSON LANTZ CALKINS, 74, of 607 Second St., Towanda, died Wednesday evening, dec. 16, 1998, at the home of her grandson, Paul Lantz, in Towanda following an extended illness.  Born dec. 1, 1924, in Towanda, she was a daughter of the late Charles S. and Arvilla Benjamin Johnson.  In early years Jane was employed by the Wyalusing Rocks Log Cabin Inn, and later served as the manager of the cafeteria at GTE Sylvania for over 22 years.  Jane was a member of Christ Episcopal Church in Towanda, Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 Auxiliary, Towanda Country Club, and was a former member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge No. 1367 in Towanda.  Surviving are; two sons and daughters-in-law, William and Arlene Lantz of Towanda; James and Lenora Lantz of Campobello, S.C.; grandchildren; Paul, Tracy and Brian Lantz; Linda Thiem; great-grandchildren; Curtis, Aaron, Darien, Nicki, Brad, Megan and Zack Lantz; Jessica and Josh Thiem; a special great-granddaughter, Leslie Ann Thiem; a brother and sister-in-law, Edward and Betty Johnson of Overton; several nieces, nephews and cousins.   The funeral service will be held Saturday, Dec. 19, 1998, at 11 a.m. at the Maryott-Bowen funeral Home, Towanda, with the Rev. Maureen Hipple, Rector of the Christ Episcopal Church, officiating.  Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa.  The family will receive friends Friday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.  The family suggests that memorials be directed to: Christ Episcopal Church, 1 Main St., Towanda, Pa. or to the Guthrie Hospice, Towanda, Pa. in Jane Calkins’ memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

 

JOHNSON Joann J. Spencer

74, of Athens, passed away Wednesday, October 5 at the Bradford County Manor, Burlington, Pa. Joann was born on April 28, 1937 in Sayre, Pa., a daughter of the late Nathan and Katherine (Vanderpool) Johnson. She was a graduate of Sayre High School class of 1956.  Joann loved to spend time with her greatgranddaughter Courtney who she recently adopted as her own and dog Angel.  Joann was predeceased by husbands, Reggie Paradis and Leo Spencer, and brother-inlaw William Ervin Sr.  Joann is survived by husband Ken Rinehuls; children, Terry Rinehuls and Cathy Mosley; great-granddaughter Courtney Spencer and grandchildren James and Melissa Rinehuls., who she raised as her own children; sisters, Beverly Ervin of Milan, Pa., Betty Alexander of Sayre, Pa., Betsy Alexander of Virginia Beach, Va.; brothers, Paul (Beatrice) Johnson of Owego, N.Y., Tom (Patricia) Johnson of Sayre, Pa.  Joann is also survived by many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends.  A graveside memorial service and celebration of Joann’s life will be held on Monday, October 10 at 11 a.m. at the Bradford County Memorial Park Garden of Love Section with the Rev. James Donahoo officiating. In lieu of flowers those who wish may kindly consider a donation to Courtney Rinehuls for her future college fund. They can be sent to Beverly Ervin, 1602 Chamberlain Rd. Milan, PA 18831.  Caring assistance is being provided by the Cooley-Tioga Point Cremation and Burial Options Inc., 802 N. Main St., Athens.   Sayre Morning Times – October 8, 2011    

 

JOHN JOHNSON, 83, of 315 Pine St., Towanda, went home to with the Lord on Saturday, Feb. 14, 1998, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre.  Born Sept. 19, 1914 in Towanda, he was a lifelong resident and a son of the late Joseph and Florence Johnson.  John was a graduate of Towanda High School and was a veteran of World War II having served in the US Army’s Company B 357th Infantry in the Rhineland and Central European campaigns.  He was the recipient of two Bronze Stars.  On Jan. 10, 1942, he married the former Mary Mae Heeman.  John was employed by the Erie-Lackawanna Railroad, which later became Conrail, for a total of 49 years until his retirement.  He was a member of the Church of the Hill in Milan, and of the Church of the Hill in Milan, and Towanda American Legion Post No. 42.  John enjoyed going for walks, and in earlier years, loved to go fishing.  He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary M. Johnson, at home; a son, Albert E. Johnson, at home; sons and daughters-in-law, James and Theresa Johnson of Towanda and Joseph and Connie Johnson of Towanda; daughters and sons-in-law, Rose and Ron Bailey of Towanda, Shirley and Henry Benjamin of Towanda, Margaret and Kenneth Vanderpool of Towanda, and Mary and Donald Sickler of Towanda; a brother, Oliver Johnson of Terrytown; two sisters, Mary Chilson of Durrell and Lillian Wandell of Elmira, N.Y.; a sister and brother-in-law, Eliza and Frank Benjamin of Terrytown; 20 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was preceded in death by three brothers, Charles B., Joseph R. and Albert E. Johnson.  The family will receive friends this evening from 7 to 9 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda.  The funeral service will be held Thursday, Feb. 19, 1998, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. David Wilkerson, pastor of the Church on the Hill, Milan, officiating.  Interment will follow in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors.  –Towanda Daily Review.

 

JOHN JOHNSON, 78, of Pine City RD1, NY died Monday October 6, 1986. He is survived by sons: Howard Johnson of Rochester, William Johnson and Sesley Johnson of Fort Worth, Texas and seven grandchildren. Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Friday from 2-4 p.m. Funeral and committal services will be held there Friday at 4 p.m. with the Rev. Edward R. McCracken officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park. –Towanda Daily Review

JOHNSON –JULIE MARIE NACE, 56, of the Sullivan Terrace, Dushore, Pa., passed away Monday, Oct. 20, 2014, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Pa. Julie was born in Sayre on June 11, 1958, the daughter of Harry F. Johnson Sr. and Mary L. Potter Johnson. In early years Julie was employed by the A & W Restaurant in Wysox. She was a graduate of the Williamsport School of Commerce, worked as a medical secretary with Susquehanna Health in Williamsport, Pa. and was later employed by Serve, Inc. in Monroeton, Pa. for several years. Julie enjoyed caring for animals, photography, painting in water colors and working on her computer. Surviving are her husband, Charles E. Nace; siblings, Harry F. Johnson Jr. and wife Kathy of Monroeton, William E. Johnson Sr. and wife Bonnie of Monroeton, Maryellen Jones and husband Calvin of Canton, Jeanie L. Northrup and husband Boyce Jr. of Powell, Johnnie E. Johnson and wife Sylvia of Powell, Suzanne Stewart and husband Joseph of Franklindale, George A. Johnson Sr. and wife Florence of Monroeton, Terry L. Johnson and wife Renee of Clifton Township, Pa., Leola M. Baker and husband Theodore of Dillsburg, Pa.; aunts, Anna Mae Burnett of Troy, Margaret Potter of Towanda and Edna Lewis of Sayre; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, Harry F. Johnson Sr. on Feb. 19, 2004; mother, Mary L. Johnson on Feb. 18, 1998; and a nephew, Michael Johnson. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 24, 2014, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with Pastor Bill Klees officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. The family suggests that contributions be directed to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL in Julie's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 10/22/2014

JOHNSON –MARY L. JOHNSON WILLEY, 81, widow of Ralph J. “Bo” Willey of Towanda RR 4, Monroe Township, died Wednesday morning, June 25, 1997 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda.  Born June 11, 1916 on Robwood Mountain, Monroe Township, Pa., she was a daughter of the late Enos and Addie Benjamin Johnson.  On Sept. 5, 1944 she married Ralph J. “Bo” Willey in Monroeton.  He preceded her in death on May 28, 1983.  In early years she was employed by the Berlinger Silk Mill in Towanda.  Surviving are a son, David Willey; a daughter, Doris M. Willey, both at home; a niece and nephew, Dorothy and Jim Pierce of Towanda RR 4; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was also preceded in death by a sister, Nellie fowler and Brothers, Cameron, Grant and Basi Johnson.  Funeral and committal services will be held Friday, June 27, 1997 at 2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson officiating.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers mills, Pa.  –Towanda Daily Review

MARVIN C. ‘MARV’ JOHNSON, 48, of RD 4 Towanda (Liberty Corners) died Thursday December 24, 1987 in his home following a brief illness. He was born May 29, 1939 in Sayre, a son of the late Admiral and Florence Mosier Johnson. Marv attended the Towanda and Wysox Schools, graduating from Towanda High School in 1958. He was formerly employed by the Towanda Folding Box Company and was later employed for 24 years by GTE Sylvania until failing health no longer permitted. He married the former Sheila Kunkle on January 11, 1964. Marv was well-known and possessed many friends. He was a member of the Towanda Beagle Club, the Susquehanna Valley Coon Hunters Club, Towanda Gun Club, Towanda Outboard Motor Club, Sylvania Men’s Club and the Bradford County Pool league. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He is survived by his wife, Sheila; four daughters; Mary Johnson of RD2 Towanda and Lisa, Maureen and Kaaren Johnson all at home; five sisters: Mrs. Ronald (Doris) Whitson of Elmira, Mr. Earl (Lucille) Chapman of Ulster, Mrs. Carl (Janice) Bump of Monroeton, Mrs. Robert (Yvonne) McCarthy of LeRaysville and Miss Sherrie Johnson of Macedonia; two brothers; Ronald Johnson of Wyalusing and Admiral Johnson, Jr. of RD4 Towanda; a special nephew, Tony Johnson of RD4 Towanda; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral service will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. Kurt Garbe, pastor of Trinity Luthern Church, Towanda officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home. –Towanda Daily Review

JOHNSON - Nancy L. Vincent, 90, of Sayre, died and Savior on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 at the Ashton Health Care Facility following an extended illness.  She was born on Jan. 13, 1918 in Elmira, N.Y. Nancy was a member of the Greater Valley Assembly of God and loved her dog, Cindy. She was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was predeceased by: her husband, Raymond L. Vincent (1993); and her brother, Walter Johnson. Nancy is survived by: her daughters and sons-in-law, Jean M. Ross (Eugene) of Sayre and Nancy Turner (Paul) of Ozark, Ala.; her grandchildren, Paul Turner (Sandy) of Ozark, Ala., Jeannie Johnston (Jerry) of Huntsville, Ala., Rebecca Chandler (Robert) of Ozark, Ala., David Ross (Connie) of Falls Church, Va., Raymond Ross (Jennifer) of Jersey Shore, Pa., and Joseph Ross (Mercy) of LeRaysville; her great-grandchildren, LeAndra, Vincent, Robert, Carolyn, Caleb and Marylin; and her great-niece who faithfully visited her, Mary Ellen Lane of Milan.  Friends and family may call on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2008 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc, 225 South Main Street, Athens. Funeral services will follow at 3 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Chris Gray of the greater Valley Assembly of God officiating. Burial will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park. - Sayre Morning Times, 6 February 2008

JOHNSON - Nathan Lawrence "Nate" JOHNSON, 21 of RR Towanda, Asylum Twp., PA died Friday April 12, 2002 as a result of a motor vehicle accident in North Towanda (Sugar Creek Road)Township.  Born January 25, 1981 in Asylum, he was the son of Anthony and Theresa ROHE JOHNSON.  Surviviving are his parents, Anthony and Theresa JOHNSON of RR Towanda; a brother, Tony A. JOHNSON of Rummerfield; a sister, Amanda F. JOHNSON of Phoenixville; maternal grandparents, Geraldine SICK ROHE of Towanda, Lawrence V. ROHE of Dushore; paternal grandparents, Ronald and Doris WHITSON, of Elmira, NY and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. The funeral was held Tuesday April 16, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev Allen HULSLANDER, pastor of the United Methodist Church, Towanda, officiating.  Interment followed in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. RHW April 2004 Daily Review.

JOHNSON –PATRICIA ‘PAT RENZI.  During the early morning hours of January 9, 2003, the Lord called home his faithful servant, Patricia Sue (Johnson) Renzi, 52, Troy after a brief stay at Troy Community Hospital.  Born March 29, 1950, in Altoona, she was the daughter of Edwin & Leona (Foster) Johnson.  On Sept. 2, 1969, she married David Renzi, and together they raised three sons and a daughter.  The Renzis settled in Troy Township about 19 years ago.  She was employed for many years as a stenographer with the B.O.C.E.S. in Chemung Co., NY.  Throughout her life, her church and family were first and foremost.  She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, the consummate “good wife” as described in the Scriptures.  Her walk with the Lord was one of ministry and service to His Kingdom.  She taught Sunday school for many years and was a youth leader.  She was an ever-present help when it came to church dinners and other tasks.  Even in her failing health, her faith never faltered and her positive attitude shone through.  Surviving are husband, David, at home; sons and daughters-in-law, Sgt. Brian and Carrie Renzi, Germany, Mark and Christina  Renzi, Stone Ridge, MA, Seth Renzi, at home; daughter, Tricia and fiancé William Grow, Harrisburg; granddaughter, Megan; nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin and Leona Johnson; stepfather, Leo Lewis.  Funeral services were conducted Jan 14 from the Fellowship Bible Church, Mud Creek Road, Troy with Pastor Emery Weeks officiating.  Interment followed in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, PA.  Memorial contributions may be directed to Guthrie Hospice.  Professional services were entrusted to the Morse & Kleese Funeral Home, Inc., Canton.  –Canton Independent Sentinel.

 

RICHARD M. JOHNSON, 78, of 516 Second St., Towanda died Saturday afternoon March 31, 1990 at the Laporte United Methodist Home where he was a guest. Born September 11, 1911 in Towanda Township, he was a son of William and Lena Johnson. In early years he was employed on the Erie-Lackawanna Railroad and was later employed by Ingersoll-Rand in Athens. Mr. Johnson made his home with his stepson, James Johnson from 1982-87 following the death of his wife, Rachel Johnson in March 1982. Richard was a former member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge in Towanda. He was an avid outdoorsman enjoying hunting and fishing. Surviving are two stepsons, James L. Johnson of Towanda and Ronald Bailey of East Towanda; a brother, Peasley Johnson of Utica, NY; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by two brothers, Francis and James Johnson. The funeral service will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson, pastor of the Wysox Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Tuesday afternoon from noon to 1 p.m. at the funeral home. –Towanda Daily Review

 

JOHNSON Sandra "Sandy" Jane Space

65, of Franklin Township, Pa., died Wednesday morning, Sept. 4, 2013, at the Skilled Nursing Unit of Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa. Sandy was born March 15, 1948, in Sayre, Pa., the daughter of Betty Hottenstein Johnson and the late Walter Johnson. Sandy attended the Towanda area schools, and was employed by E.I. DuPont in Towanda for 19 years. She was later employed by the Martha Lloyd School in Troy, Sports Unlimited in Sayre and served as a driver for State Line Auto in Waverly, N.Y. Sandy loved caring for her dogs. Surviving are her husband, Charles H. Space Jr. at home; mother, Betty Johnson of Monroeton; sons, Kevin J. Space (Chris Saxon) of Franklindale; Kirk C. Space and wife Desirae of Granville Summit, Pa.; grandchildren, Aimee Space (Bill Kellogg) of New Albany, Pa., Ty Space of Monroeton, Pa., Brendyn, Brody and Bryelle Space of Granville Summit. Pa.; sister, Judy Cole (Gary Karpauitz) of Monroeton, Pa.; as well as several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Walter Johnson. Abiding with Sandy's request, there will be no calling hours or funeral service. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. Towanda Daily Review – September 5, 2013

 

JOHNSON - WILCOX, Susie L. (Johnson)
Elmira Resident - Age 71 of East Water Street, Elmira died Monday, July 17, 2000 at the St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira after an extended illness.  Susie was born May 13, 1929 in Towanda, PA, daughter of the late Cornelius and Bertha  (Hainesworth) Johnson; also predeceased by brother, Irvin P. “Punky” Johnson.  She was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose 1476 in Horseheads, American Legion Post 443 in Elmira, and an avid bingo player.  Survivors include her brothers, Harold E. Johnson of Horseheads and Louis E. Johnson of Elmira; sister, Marion M. Mastrantonio of Elmira; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Family and friends are invited to call Wednesday, July 19, 2000 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home.  Funeral will be held at the conclusion of the calling with Reverend Larry Parker officiating.  Interment will be held on Thursday, July 20, 2000 at 11:00 AM in Bradford County Memorial Park in Luthers Mills, PA.  Contributions, in Susie's memory, may be made to the American Cancer Society.   Elmira Star Gazette

 

JOHNSON –YVONNE ELLEN MCCARTHY, 54, of LeRaysville, died Sunday morning, July 26, 1998 at her home, following a period of declining health.  Born April 2, 1944 in Sayre, she was a daughter of the late Admiral E. and Florence E. Mosier Johnson Sr.  Yvonne was a graduate of Towanda High School class of 1962.  On Feb. 8, 1964 she married Robert F. McCarthy in North Towanda.  In early years she was employed at the Towanda Corsett Factory, and later by several area sewing factories.  Yvonne was employed by Janner Inc. in South Montrose for the past 15 years.  Her main interest in life surrounded her home and her family.  Yvonne enjoyed flowers and gardening.  Surviving are; her husband, Robert F. McCarthy Sr. at home; a daughter and son-in-law, Lori and Dennis Faux of Falls; a daughter, Brenda McCarthy of Waverly, N.Y.; a son, Robert F. McCarthy Jr. at home; six grandchildren, Eric Edwards, Angie Edwards, Cory Faux, Joseph McCarthy, Justin Shaffer, and Jacob Shaffer; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Doris and Ronald Whitson of Elmira, N.Y., Lucille and Earl Chapman of Ulster, Janice and Carl Bump of Macedonia, Sherrie and Kenneth rice of Macedonia; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Ronald and Doris Johnson of Terrytown, Admiral and Roberta Johnson Jr. of Durell; sisters-in-law; Sheila Johnson of Durell, Darlene McCarthy of Abbeville, S.C., brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Eugene and Nina McCarthy, of LeRaysville; Alan and Sally McCarthy of Forest Lake, her mother-in-law, Mrs. John (Norma) Anderson of Montrose, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her mother, Florence E. Johnson, on Feb. 5, 1975, her father, Admiral E. Johnson Sr. on June 2, 1977 and by a brother, Marvin C. Johnson on Dec. 24, 1987.  The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda.  The funeral service will be held Thursday, July 30, 1998, at noon at the funeral home with the Rev. Steven D. Crabtree, pastor of the Dille Parish United Church of Christ of LeRaysville and Potterville officiating.  Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills.  –Towanda Daily Review.

 

JOHNSTON Bruce Rae Johnston

74, of 871 Front St., New Albany, Pa., died Monday afternoon, Nov. 14, 2011 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa.  Bruce was born in Elmira, N.Y., on March 24, 1937, the son of Guy Billy Johnston and Pearl Bender Johnston. Bruce grew up in the New Albany area and in early years was employed by Herman Rynveld Sons in New Albany. He was later employed by GTE Sylvania in Towanda for 24 years and drove a milk truck for R & R Lawrence of Franklindale, Pa. Bruce enjoyed raising horses and attending horse shows in earlier years.  Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Anna Mae Gardner Johnston, whom he married on June 27, 1958, at the New Albany United Methodist Church; three sons, Bruce Rae Johnston, Jr. of Richmond, Va., and Billy Henry Johnston and Ray Alan Johnston, both of New Albany; a granddaughter, Leonary Patricia Longcoy; a sister and brother-in-law, Sally Ann and George Dotter of Towanda; an aunt, Minnie Leljedal of Sayre; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and special family friends, Joan and Bernard Finan of New York.  The funeral service will be held at noon on Friday, Nov. 18, 2011 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa.  Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the New Albany Fire Company, P.O. Box 80 New Albany, PA 18833 or to the New Albany United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 19, New Albany, PA 18833 in Bruce Rae Johnston's memory.  Towanda Daily Review – November 17, 2011

 

JOHNSTON –HELEN N. MILLER, 78, of Sayre RR 2 died Wednesday, Dec. 29, 1993, at the Robert Packer Hospital, following an extended illness.  Born Jan. 21, 1915, in Homets Ferry, Pa., she was the daughter of Fred and Fannie Benjamin Johnston.  She was a member of the Christian Missionary Alliance Church of Waverly.  She was predeceased by a sister, Evelyn Miller, Nov. 17, 1980.  She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Theodore, at home; her daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Karl Rinebold of Chemung, N.Y.; three grandchildren, Deborah Talada, Karl Rinebold and Cindy Lou Chandler; five great-grandchildren, Roger Talada, Jennifer Talada, Norman Chandler III, Christopher Chandler and Anthony Chandler, four brothers, Leo Johnston of Waverly, N.Y., and Lionell, Alfred and Fred Johnston, all of Sayre.  Several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.  Friends may call at the Lowery funeral Home, Athens, Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral and committal services will be held at the Christian Missionary Alliance Church, 135 Chemung St., Waverly, N.Y., Friday at 11 a.m. with the pastor, the Rev. Daniel Reed, officiating.  Burial will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa.  Memorial donations may be made to the Christian Missionary Alliance Church, 135 Chemung St., Waverly, N.Y.  –Towanda Daily Review.

DONALD C. JOHNSON
 Donald C. Johnson, 63, of Towanda RD 4, died June 1, 1990 at the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA. Born May 19, 1927 in Sayre, he was a son of Freeman R. and Lydia Hardenstine Johnson. He retired after 30 years from the A&P supermarket in Towanda in 1978. He is survived by his wife, Betty Hoose Johsnon; sons, Carl of Athens and Donald of Towanda; a stepdaughter, Deborah Stevens of Big Pond; several grandchildren; three brothers and a sister. Funeral services were held June 5 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda with the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson officiating and interment to be in Bradford County Memorial Park with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according military honors. (TGR, Thursday, June 7, 1990)

Nathan Lawrence "Nate" JOHNSON
April 12, 2002
Nathan Lawrence "Nate" Johnson, 21, of Towanda RR4, Asylum Township, PA, died on Friday morning, April 12, 2002 as the result of a motor vehicle accident in North Towanda Township.  Born Jan. 25, 1981 in Asylum, he was a son of Anthony and Theresa Rohe Johnson.  Nate was a graduate of Towanda High School, Class of 1999, where he was a member of the wrestling team.  Nate was employed by Osram Sylvania in Towanda.  He was a member of the Towanda Gun Club Dart League and Take Me Higher.  Nate enjoyed hunting, fishing and big trucks. He will be greatly missed by his family and many close friends.  Surviving are his parents, Anthony and Theresa Johnson of Towanda RR4; a brother, Tony A. Johnson of Rummerfield; a sister, Amanda F. Johnson of Phoenixville; maternal grandparents, Geraldine Sick Rohe of Towanda, Lawrence V. Rohe of Dushore; paternal grandparents, Ronald and Doris Whitson, Elmira, NY and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.  The family received friends on Monday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda.  The funeral service was held on Tuesday, April 16 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Allen Hulslander, pastor of the First United Methodist Church, Towanda, officiating.  Interment followed in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills.

Oliver Henry JOHNSON, 86
Oliver Henry Johnson, 86, of Wyalusing RR 2, Terry Township, died Friday morning, Feb. 7, 2003, following declining health. He was born Jan. 8, 1917 in Towanda, a son of the late Joseph and Florence Vincent Johnson. Oliver served in the U.S. Army in the European Theatre during World War II, where he was a prisoner of war for two years.Surviving are two sisters, Eliza Benjamin and her husband Frank Benjamin, with whom Oliver resided in Terry Township since 1979; Lillian Wandell of Elmira, N.Y., and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by brothers John, Charles, Albert and Joseph Johnson, and a sister, Mary Chilson, in 2002. The funeral and committal service will be held Sunday, Feb. 9, at 2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with Rev. Thomas Geiger, pastor of the Assembly of God Church, Towanda, officiating. Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 will accord military honors at the funeral home Sunday afternoon. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home.

 

BILLY HENRY JOHNSTON, 52, of 871 Front St., New Albany, Pa., passed away Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016 at his home following declining health. Billy was born in Towanda, Pa., on April 25, 1964 the son of Bruce Rae Johnston and Anna Mae Gardner Johnston. Billy was a graduate of Wyalusing Valley High School. He was formerly employed by Taylor Packing in Wyalusing and also worked as a truck driver and logger. He is survived by his daughter, Leonary Patricia Longcoy of Monroeton; his brother, Bruce Rae Johnston Jr.; aunts, Betty Pedro of New Albany, Delores Manahan (Donald) of New Albany, Beverly Chilson (Paul) of Monroeton, and Sally Ann Dotter (George) of Towanda; uncles, Norman Benjamin of Towanda, John "Tink" (Mary) Gardner of Towanda and Florida; as well as several cousins. He was predeceased by his father, Bruce, on Nov. 14, 2011; his mother, Anna Mae, on Nov. 13, 2013; brother, Ray Alan Johnston on Aug. 17, 2014 and aunt, Rose Mary Benjamin on Aug. 22, 2016. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, 2016 at Bradford County Memorial Park, Burlington Township, Pa., with Pastor Timothy Geiger officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, PA. There are no calling hours. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the New Albany Fire Company, P.O. Box 80, New Albany, PA in Billy's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 9/21/2016

 

RAY ALAN JOHNSTON, 42, of 871 Front St., New Albany, Pa. passed away Sunday morning, Aug. 17, 2014, at his home following declining health. Ray was born in Towanda, Pa. on Nov. 23, 1971, the son of Bruce Rae Johnston and Anna Mae Gardner Johnston. Ray was formerly employed by the Taylor Packing Company in Wyalusing, Pa. and was a self-employed landscaper and carpenter in the area for a number of years. Surviving are his brothers, Bruce Rae Johnston, Jr. of Richmond, Va., Billy Henry Johnston of New Albany; a niece, Leonary Patricia Longcoy of Monroeton; aunts, Betty Pedro of New Albany, Delores Manahan and husband Donald of New Albany, Rose Benjamin and husband Norman of Towanda, Beverly Chilson and husband Paul of Monroeton, aunt Sally Ann Dotter and husband George of Towanda; uncle, John "Tink" Gardner and wife Mary of Towanda and Florida; special family friend, Joan Finan of New York State. He was preceded in death by his father, Bruce, on Nov. 14, 2011; and mother, Anna Mae on Nov. 13, 2013. The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22, 2014, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with Rev. James Hollister pastor of the First United Methodist Church, Towanda officiating. Interment will follow in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the New Albany Fire Company, P.O. Box 80, New Albany, PA in Ray Alan Johnston's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 8/20/2014

 

JOHONNIS -LILLIAN R. CARMAN
Lillian R. Carman, 76, Troy RD 3, died Wednesday, October 31, 1990 at her home following an extended illness. She was born March 30, 1914 at Canton, the daughter of Fredrick Earl and Ethel Belle Clinton Johonnis. Mrs. Carman was a 1932 graduate of Canton High School and was employed by the former Sheffield Farms in Cowley and by East Smithfield Farms, Inc. in West Burlington, retiring from there in 1965. She was a member of the Sugar Creek Methodist Church and the Church's Ladies Aid (WSCS). She was also a member of AARP (American Association of Retired Persons). Surviving are her husband of 19 years, Richard D. Carman; sons, Ronald E. Richter of Owego RD 2 and Fred C. Richter of Canton; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, George Richter of Chemung; sister-in-law, Marion Kuser of Roaring Branch; nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services were held November 4 at the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home in Canton with the Rev. George Mauk officiating and interment to be in Bradford County Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be directed to the Canton Community Nursing Service or the Sugar Creek United Methodist Church in Mrs. Carman's memory. (TGR, Thursday, November 8, 1990)

 

JOHONNIS –LILLIAN R. CARMAN, 76, wife of Richard D. Carman, of Troy RD 3, died Wednesday, Oct. 31, 1990, at her home following an extended illness.  She was born March 30, 1914, at Canton, the daughter of Frederick Earl and Ethel Belle Clinton Johonnis.  Lillian was a 1932 Canton High School graduate.  She was later employed by the former Sheffield Farms Inc., at Cowley, Pa., for a number of years where she was a weigher, sampler and tester of milk.  In addition, she did secretarial work there.  In 1956, she was employed by East Smithfield Farms, Inc. at West Burlington where she did the same type of work.  Mrs. Carman retired in 1965.  Her main interest in life was her home and family.  She enjoyed having family gatherings at her home for all special occasions, especially the holidays.  Mrs. Carman was a great lover of plants of which she had many until ill health made it impossible for her to continue to raise them.  She was a member of the Sugar Creek United Methodist Church and the Church’s Ladies’ Aid (W.S.C.S.).  She was also a member of AARP (American Association of Retired Persons).  Surviving is her husband, Richard D. Carman.  The couple celebrated 19 years of marriage on April 17, 1990.  Also surviving are two sons, Ronald E. Richter of Owego RD 2; and Fred C. Richter of Canton; six grandchildren, Dana E. Richter, Laura McDuffee and Brenda M. Richter, all of Owego; Angela K. Crimbring of Selinsgrove; Wendy Shuman of Williamsport; and Fred C. Richter Jr. of Canton; two great-grandchildren, Fletcher and Kristen Crimbring of Selinsgrove; a brother-in-law, George Richter of Chemung; a sister-in-law, Marion Kuser of Roaring Branch; nieces, nephews and cousins.  The funeral service will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Morse & Kleese Funeral Home, 40 N. Center St., Canton, with the Rev. George Mauk officiating.  Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park.  Friends may call at the funeral home from noon until 1 p.m. on Saturday.  Memorial donations may be directed to the Canton Community Nursing Service, or the Sugar Creek United Methodist Church in Mrs. Carman’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review.

 

EDWIN R. JONES, 86, of Second Street, LeRaysville died at his home Saturday afternoon April 23, 1988 following an illness. He was born on October 31, 1901 in Warren Township, a son of Frederick and Nellie (Morgan) Jones. In his early years Mr. Jones operated a farm and a saw mill with his father in Warren Center. On April 29, 1925 he married the former Leola Rockefeller at the Methodist Church parsonage in Towanda. This year the couple would have observed their 63^rd wedding anniversary. For more than 20 years Mr. Jones was employed at S.F. Williams Ford dealership in LeRaysville. He was a member of the LeRaysville Congregational LeRaysville Congregational Church, United Church of Christ and a former member and past chief of the LeRaysville Fire Co. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three daughters: Mrs. C. Fenton (Vivian) Edsell of Stevensville, Mrs. James (Shirley) Howard Sr. of Wyalusing and Mrs. Robert H. (Joyce) Fields Sr. of East Herrick (RD 1 Stevensville); a sister, Mrs. Minnie Nichols of Elmira; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by a sister, Ella Brown. The funeral service will be held on Monday at 2 p.m. from the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, Nichols, NY with the Rev. Richard Druckenbrod interim pastor of his church officiating. Interment will follow in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. At the request of the family there will be no visitation. –Towanda Daily Review

 

JONES –FRANCES J. SARGEANT, 80, of the Heritage Nursing Home in Athens, PA and formerly of Troy, died Wednesday, December 1, 1993 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre.  She is survived by daughters, Marie Darrow of Ocala, FL, Rena Parker of Kissimmee, FL and Nancy Hable of Elmira, NY; a son, George Sargeant of Ocala: nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.  She was predeceased by her husband, Russell B. Sargeant in 1974.  Funeral services were held at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy on December 3 with the Rev. James Barnett officiating and burial to be in Bradford County Memorial Park.  Memorials may be directed to the Bradford-Sullivan Counties American Red Cross Chapter, 5 Bridge St., Towanda, PA –Troy Gazette-Register.

 

JONES Frances Mary (Jones) Celecki 

For 81 years, Frances Mary (Jones) Celecki filled our lives with music, laughter, dancing and incredible baked goods! She and her husband lived life to the fullest, travelling the entire USA via RV. Formerly of Pensacola, Fla., Matamoras, Pa., and Towanda, Pa., Frances died Saturday evening, Sept. 8, 2012 at VNA Hospice House in East Stroudsburg, Pa.  Frances was born in Binghamton, N.Y. on Feb. 4, 1931, a daughter of Raymond Roosevelt Jones and Jenny Benjamin Jones. She was a graduate of Towanda High School and later married Charles Joseph Celecki Jr. on Oct. 10, 1953 at S.s. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Towanda. In early years, Frances learned her love of baking at her family bakery, Jones Bakery in Towanda; and later used her love of people as a receptionist for the office of Dr. Robert Lehrer in Port Jervis, N.Y. Frances was very active in community service.  She will be missed by daughters Yvette Celecki of East Stroudsburg, Pa., Mary (Jerry) Kapes of Davison, Mich., Sheryl Reese of Milford, Pa.; grandchildren Nicholas Kapes, Susan Kapes, Sr. Airman Cathy Kapes Weeks, David Kapes, Beth Lynch Mack, Sarah Lynch and Rebecca Muller; and a great-granddaughter Aubrianna Muller. In addition to her parents, brother, Bill Jones and sister Shirley Shotwell, she was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Charles Joseph Celecki Jr. on June 22, 2006.  The family will receive friends from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2012 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. A Mass of Christian burial will follow at 11 a.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Third Street, Towanda, Pa. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. The family requests that contributions be directed to the Alzheimer's Association, Northeastern Pennsylvania Regional Office, 57 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701; or to VNA Hospice of Monroe County Hospice House, 502 VNA Rd., East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 in Frances Mary Celecki's memory.    Towanda Daily Review – September 10, 2012

 

IANTHA G. JONES - Surrounded by her family and those that meant the world to her, Iantha G. Jones, 92, of LeRaysville, Pa., went home to be with her Lord on Friday, April 21, 2017. Iantha was born on Jan. 18, 1925 in Neath, Pa., a daughter of Lloyd and Anna (Anderson) Jones. She was a graduate of the LeRaysville High School Class of 1942 and continued her studies at the Elmira Business Institute. Iantha was employed at S. M. Flickinger Store as a bookkeeper and retired from Montrose Hospital, where she served as an administrative assistant for 39 years. She was a member of the Dille United Church of Christ and for 18 years served as their financial secretary; and a member of BPW (Business and Professional Woman's Club) in Montrose. Iantha enjoyed traveling with her sister and remembered fondly their trip to Alaska; she treasured the many happy memories with her nieces, nephews and their families. She devoted many hours to quilting with the Ugly Quilters and helped handcraft over 1,000 quilts. Iantha will be greatly missed by her sister, Patricia Burlington of Warren Center; a brother, Iver Jones of Norfolk, Va.; nieces and nephews: Tom and Rosie Burlington of LeRaysville, Bonnie and Jerry Abell of Warren Center, Jane Jones of Norfolk, Va.; great-nieces and nephews: Todd and Misty Abell, Khristina and Micah Russell, all of Warren Center; great-great-nieces and nephews: Isabella, Josiah, Adelaide, Lillian and Natalie. Iantha was welcomed into heaven by her parents; brother-in-law, Kenneth Burlington; sisters-in-law, Doris Warner Jones and Marie Jones; and a nephew, Dennis Jones. Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service and a celebration of a life well lived for Iantha at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 7 at the Dille Parish United Church of Christ, LeRaysville, Pa., followed by refreshments at the Parish house. A private family interment was held in the Bradford County Memorial Park. Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to the Dille Parish United Church of Christ, 903 Main St., LeRaysville, PA or the Northeast Bradford Education Fund, c/o Diana Dewing, 141 Morris Road, Rome, PA. Caring assistance is being provided by the Cooley family of the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols. –Towanda Daily eview 4/23/2017

IVAN E. JONES, 73, of 104 Second St., Towanda, formerly of Lowman, N.Y., died Sunday morning, Dec. 8, 1996, at Memorial Hospital, Towanda.  Born Dec. 2, 1923, in Sayre, he was the son of Hazel Camp Jones and the late Elliott P. Jones.  Ivan attended Towanda High School and was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army Battery “A” 533rd Field Artillery.  On June 27, 1981, he married the former Janice M. Wilcox in Sayre.  He was employed by GTE Sylvania in Towanda for 38 years, retiring on Aug. 31, 1984.  Mr. Jones was a life member of the Naiad Linta Hose Company in Towanda and served as Towanda fire chief from 1962 to 1963.  He was also a member of Towanda American Legion Post No. 42.  Surviving are: his wife, Janice M. Jones at home; his mother Hazel Camp Jones of Towanda; a daughter, Marjorie Hunter of Sayre; a daughter and son-in-law, Phyllis and Daniel Mosier of Litchfield; a stepson and his wife, Larry Thomas and Darlene Katon of Big Rock, Tenn.; a granddaughter, Kathryn Hunter of Litchfield; and two step-grandsons: Larry and Brandon Katon of Big Rock, Tenn.  He was preceded in death by a daughter, Debbie Wishner, in 1990; an infant daughter, and a sister, Marjorie Pelton, in 1986.  A private graveside service will be held in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda, Pa.  There are no calling hours.  The family suggests that memorials may be directed to Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa. or the Bradford Unit of the American Cancer Society, Athens, Pa. in Mr. Jones’ memory.

 

JONES - LILA H. ROBERTS  

Lila H. Roberts, 88, of Columbia Cross Roads RR 2, PA died Saturday, November 17, 1994 at Dar-Way Nursing Home. She was born June 12, 1906 in Athens Township, the daughter of Benson and Anna May Breese Jones. She was a member of the Wetona United Methodist Church.  She was a 60-year member of the Grange.  She was a member of the Valley Grange and now the Union Grange #155 in West Burlington, PA.  She was a member of the East Smithfield WCTU.  She enjoyed the activities of the Troy Senior Citizens for several years, especially being a member of the kitchen band. She is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Lewis and Reba Roberts of Shreveport, LA, Elwin and Beulah Roberts of Columbia Cross Roads RR 2; daughters and sons-in-law, Shirley McKin of Weaverville, NC, Emily and Dean Shaffer of Geneseo, NY; Anita and Conrad Lewis of Rochester, NY; 20 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Manley and Bea Jones of Zephyrhills, FL; several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Scott Roberts, in 1983; grandchildren, Kathy and Joel and brother, Raymond Jones. Funeral services were held at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy on December 20 with the Rev. George Durie officiating and burial to be in Bradford County Memorial Park. (TGR, Thursday, December 22, 1994)

 

JORDAN -  Effie Ellen Jordan Norris 97, of New Albany RR 1, Albany Twp., Pa. formerly of the Colonial Towers, N. Towanda, Pa. went to be with Jesus Sunday evening July 6, 2008 from the Troy Community Hospital, Troy, Pa. Effie was born in West Virginia on May 26, 1911 the oldest of 10 children of the late Thomas Jordan Sr. and Margaret Hewitt Jordan. She was employed as a licensed practical nurse at the Bradford County Manor in West Burlington Twp., Pa. for many years until her retirement in 1973. Effie was an ordained minister with the Pentecostal Church of God and served as co-pastor of the former Pentecostal Church of God in Monroeton, Pa. for several years. She also served as spiritual minister at the Colonial Towers in North Towanda for several years. Effie devoted her life to her family and her God.  She is survived by: Daughters Joyce Reed of Taunton, Mass. and Eva Selleck and her husband Paul Selleck with whom she resided of New Albany RR 1; 9 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; her brother, Thomas Jordan Jr. and his wife Ada Jordan of New Albany, Pa.; several special nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by; her husband of 51 years, Carl J. Norris on September 21, 1983, Brothers, Lawrence, Walter and Lloyd Jordan and by Sisters, Mary Shumate, Anna Vaughn, Nora Kelly, Ruth Decker and Eva Loar.  The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home 217 York Ave. Towanda, Pa.  The funeral service will be held Thursday July 10, 2008 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Sam Jordan of the Laddsburg Community Church officiating. Interment will follow in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. Submitted by RKW.  Towanda Daily Review

 

JORDAN - Lloyd C. Jordan, age 72, of New Albany, PA, died on Thursday, June 29, 2006, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. He was born on Dec. 25, 1933, in Hiawatha, W. Va., a son of Thomas E. Jordan Sr. & Margaret Hewitt Jordan. On April 11, 1952, Lloyd married Saundra Jeanne Jordan. They celebrated 53 years of marriage. His wife, Saundra, preceded him in death on Jan. 6, 2006. In 1955, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy having served during the Korean War. He had served tours of duty on the USS John Marshal, USS Saratoga, and the USS Taylor. He later re-enlisted in the United States Air Force. He had attained the rank of senior master sergeant. In 1975, he retired from the military as a civil engineer and supervisor for a power production plant. He was a member of the Rock Run Assembly of God Church. His memberships included: American Legion Post No. 534 of Wyalusing; the VFW; the advisory board of the Dushore Women's aglow; and George' League Bowling. He was a master gardener, and also enjoyed his time spent fishing. He leaves surviving children: Colleen & Michael Ricci of Rome, PA, and Eileen & Tom Forker of Williamsport, PA; sons: Lawrence & Sheila Jordan of Sidney, Maine, Lloyd II & Hope Jordan of Hampton, VA, and Patricia & Christopher Wollenzin of Colorado Springs, Colo.; a sister: Effie Norris of Laddsburg, PA; a brother: Thomas E. Jordan Jr. of Laddsburg; 15 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Friends and family are invited to call from 3-6 PM on Sunday, July 2, at the Russell P. McHenry Funeral Home, 119 Carpenter St., Dushore, and from 10 AM until the time of the funeral service on Monday, July 3. Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Monday, July 3, with the Rev. James Bechtel, his pastor, officiating. Full graveside military honors will be accorded in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, by active United States Air Force personnel, and an honor guard from Wyalusing American Legion Post No. 534. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be directed to the Rock Run Church, Route 220, Muncy Valley, PA. - Daily Review, Towanda, PA, July 1, 2006

 

JORALEMON -MARJORIE J. OLDROYD, age 98, formerly of Austinville, passed away on Friday, Feb. 4, 2022 at the Personal Care Home in Towanda. She was the youngest daughter of the late Lee and Florence (Webler) Joralemon. Following her graduation from Troy High School in 1941, she worked at Bendix-Scintilla in Sidney, New York and at the Eclipse Plant in Elmira, New York. Following WWII, Marjorie married Wilbur Oldroyd, a lifelong dairy farmer in Columbia Township. Together, they celebrated 50 years of marriage and raised three sons: Albery Oldroyd of Bloomsburg, Walter (and Romaine) Oldroyd of Gillett, and Stanley (and Michelle) Oldroyd of Boyds, Maryland. Marjorie had been an active member of the Austinville Union Church and the Missionary Society. She had also been a volunteer at the Bradfor County Manor for many years. She enjoyed reading, knitting, crocheting, quilting and ice cream. In addition to her sons and daughters-in-law, she was survived by a granddaughter, Heather (and Jonathan) Cocker of Bolton, Massachusetts; a sister, Irene Miles of Horseheads, New York; a sister-in-law, Alice Joralemon of Sylvania; and several nieces and nephews, including Alice Truffa of Troy. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by seven siblings: Julia Dunbar, Rena Monroe, Vera Sergio, Ethel Summers, Ned Joralemon, Rex Joralemon and Lynn Albert Joralemon, who died in infancy. Graveside services will be held in the spring from Bradford County Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Vickery Funeral Home in Troy. -Towanda Daily Review 2/8/2022

 

JORALEMON Ned L. Joralemon

88, of Sylvania, Pa., died on Monday, May 2, 2011 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, N.Y., surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Alice M. (Comfort) Joralemon. The couple married Dec. 25, 1949, and had 61 happy years together.  The graveside service to honor Ned's life will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 5, at Bradford County Memorial Park on Route 6 in Luthers Mills with Rev. Kenneth Marple officiating. The Gerald W. Vickery Jr. Funeral Home Inc., 1093 Main Street, Troy, Pa., has been trusted with the arrangements.  Ned was born on May 3, 1922 in Troy, Pa., son of the late Lee W. and Florence L. (Webler) Joralemon. He was a long time farmer in Troy and also worked at GTE/ Sylvania in Towanda retiring in 1987. After retirement, Ned 's hobby was working in his small engine and lawn repair shop in Sylvania. He enjoyed plowing snow and watching NASCAR on TV. Growing up on the family farm, Ned used draft horses to do the farm work, and he never lost his interest in horses. Ned was always helping others. He enjoyed the times friends would stop into the shop to see him. Noted for his humor and generosity, he will be sorely missed.  Ned is survived by his wife, Alice; his daughter, Alice Marie (Jack) Joralemon-Strong of Zion, Ill.; his sisters, Irene Miles of Horseheads, N.Y., Vera Sergio of Sidney, N.Y., and Marjorie Oldroyd of Columbia Cross Roads, Pa.; several nieces and nephews; and his feline companion, Dusty.  Ned was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Rex Joralemon; and his sisters, Julia Dunbar, Rena Vinson Monroe and Ethel Summers. Memorial contributions may be made in Ned's memory to the Bradford County Humane Society, U.S. Highway 220, Ulster, PA 18850 or to the animal shelter of one's own choosing.    Towanda Daily Review – May 4, 2011

 

JOSLYN -ALICE MARION SAMPSON, 86, of Troy, born Dec. 15, 1933, passed away on Oct. 16, 2020. Alice retired from the Bradford County Manor. Alice loved to visit with her family and friends. She was the daughter of the late Claude & Sarah (Scott) Joslyn. Alice was preceded by her husband, Dorance Sampson Sr.; son, Jeffrey Sampson; brothers, Dick Joslyn, David Joslyn, Claude Joslyn; sisters, Velma Leonard and Shirley Buck. Alice is survived by son, Dorance Sampson Jr.; his wife, Anita; daughters, Alisa and Danny Stump, Angela and Brian Hawley, Amanda and Christopher Laylon, and Andrea and Craig Lee; son, David Sampson; wife, Felica; daughter, Michelle Sampson; sons, David Sampson Jr. and Lacey Greene, and Sammy and Alisha Sampson; daughter, Sarah Maines; her husband, Richard; daughters, Carolyn Magahan, Christina Magahan, Mindy Maines; step-sons, Joshua Maines and Mark Maines; (Dana Sampson son of Jeffery Sampson) along with 27 great grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Margaret States, Edna Robbins, Barbara and Lester Williams, Judy Henley; brothers, Frank Joslyn, Gary Joslyn; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. Arrangements are under the direction of the Gerald W. Vickery Jr. Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., 1093 West Main Street, Troy, PA. -Towanda Daily Review 10/18/2020

 

KENNETH JAMES JOSLYN, 19 of Cocoa, Fla. formerly of Towanda RD 2 (Asylum Township) died Wednesday evening, July 31 in Cocoa, Fla. as the result of injuries sustained when he was struck by an automobile while riding his bicycle.  Born Nov. 22, 1965 in Sayre, he was the son of Claude E. and Helen I. Gross Joslyn Jr.  He attended Towanda High School and was currently employed by the Danella Construction Co. of Melbourne, Fla.  He was scheduled to leave for the U.S. Army on Aug. 21.  He is survived by his parents, Claude E. and Helen Gross Joslyn, Jr.; five sisters, Mrs. April Root of Canton, Mrs. Rhoda Tunnicliff of Canton; Mrs. Donna Greene of Wysox, Mrs. Patricia Willover and Mrs. Pamela Joslyn both of Coca, Fla.; a brother, Claude E. Joslyn II of Cocoa, Fla.; paternal grandparents, Mrs. Sarah Joslyn of Watkins Glen, NY and Gilbert Finnerty of Governors, NY; four nieces, three nephews, several aunts, uncles and cousins.  The funeral service will be held today at 1 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda with the Rev. James R. Crupi, pastor of the Springfield Baptist Church officiating.  Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service today at the funeral home.  The family will provide their own flowers.  –Towanda Daily Review