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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. All people are listed in alphabetic order by surname at BIRTH. Women identified by a married alias only and for whom a birth surname can not be identified, are listed on the last page for the cemetery's obituaries. Please send in typed obituaries for people buried in our local cemeteries. If possible include name of newspaper and date. Send typed in your email or in attached Word files. Send to Joyce M. Tice (JoyceTice@aol.com) |
CARL R. JAQUITH, 74, of Canton, PA, passed away
on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020 at his residence. Carl Raymond was
born in Syracuse, New York on June 28, 1946 to the late Ivan Jaquith and
Marguerite (Block) Swingle. He
was employed by Canton Manufacturing for many years until his health no
longer permitted him to work. Carl was a member of the Canton Moose Lodge
429 and the Canton VFW Post 714. Carl was a kind-hearted, giving individual
with a contagious smile that lit up the room. He was an avid outdoorsman and
enjoyed hunting and fishing. Carl was a true family man and wonderful father
to his step-children. Surviving Carl are: his step-son, Randy Dietz of
Buffalo, NY; sisters, Meg (Gary) Sullivan of Lansing, NY, Cathy (Mike) Wolf
of Troy and Sue (Ron) McKinney of Locke, NY; brothers, John Jaquith of
Canton and Richard Jaquith of Little River, SC; a sister-in-law, Linda
Jaquith of Moravia; as well as several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great
nephews, cousins and his special canine friend, Lady. Besides his parents,
Carl was predeceased by his wife, Nancy in 1985; a brother, Edward Jaquith;
and sister-in-law, Sally Jaquith. Calling hours will be held from 11 a.m. to
noon on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020 with a funeral service following at noon at
the Pepper Funeral Home and Cremation Facility, Inc., 578 Springbrook Drive,
Canton. Due to the current rise of Covid cases in our area, masks and social
distancing are suggested while attending services at the funeral home.
Burial will follow in Beech Flats Cemetery. Please consider a memorial
donation in Carl’s name to the American Heart Association, 1704 Warren Ave.,
Williamsport, PA. -Towanda Daily Review 10/27/2020
JENKINS – LORETTA M. PACKARD age 83, of Lawrenceville, Pa., Wednesday Oct. 7, 1971, at the Blossburg State General Hospital, Blossburg, Pa. Friends are invited to call at the Charles L. Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland, Pa., Thursday, 7 to 9 p.m. and Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Saturday at 1:30 p.m., Rev. Byron Berry. Burial in Beech Flats Cemetery, E. Canton, Pa. –Elmira Star-Gazette 10/9/1971
JOHNSON -BARBARA A. MIX, 50, Canton RD 1, died Sunday, July 13, 1986, at the Williamsport Hospital, Williamsport. Mrs. Mix was born Nov. 25, 1935, in Union Township, Tioga County, the daughter of Alvin (Rass) and Catherine Arbogast Johnson. She was a former clerk for 10 years at the Canton Sears and Roebuck catalogue store. She was a member of the Canton Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ). Surviving are her mother Catherine Johnson of Canton; husband, Ronald E. Mix; five daughters, Mrs. Ted (Cathy) Baldwin of Canton RD 1, Mrs. Scott (Cindy) Wheeler of Covington, GA, Mrs. Jeff (Carol) Detrick of Canton, Mrs. John (Chris) Lee of Ralston, Mrs. Robert (Connie) Zigman of Camp Hill; brother, James Johnson of Williamsport; eight grandchildren; her mother-in-law, Mrs. Christine Mix of Canton. Also surviving are several aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her father, Alvin (Rass) Johnson on June 9, 1985, and by a granddaughter Trish Marie Wheeler on Feb. 11, 1983. Barbara and Ronald Mix celebrated their 31st wedding anniversary on April 10 of this year. The funeral service will be held today at 1:00 p.m. from the Morse-Kleese Funeral Home, Canton, with the Rev. Ed Ayers, Christian and Missionary Alliance minister, officiating. Interment will be in Beech Flats Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Cancer Society, Canton Ambulance Association or a charity of one’s choice, in memory of Barbara Mix. –Towanda Daily Review.
CHATTMAN (CHAPPY) JOHNSON, 69, Birmingham, AL, died at his home, February 8, 2000. Born on October 10, 1930, he was a son of William and Leeaner Horton Johnson. He was a self-employed private investigator in Birmingham. Mr. Johnson received a heart transplant in June 1988 and spent much of his time promoting organ donation and supporting other recipients and their families through the transplant process. He was married to the former Mary Jane Boudeman, formerly of Canton. Mrs. Johnson is a foster daughter of the late Herbert R. and Irma L. Bedford. In addition to his wife, surviving are: sisters and a brother, Geraldine Dobynes, Leeaner Johnson, and Lonnie Johnson, all of Chicago, IL: sisters-in-law and spouses, Reva and Audry Gilbert and Janette and LaVerne Smith, all of Orlando, FL; brothers-in-law and spouses, Donald and Norma Bedford, Reynoldsville, PA and Ray and Mary Bedford, Chambersburg, PA; special aunt and uncle, Joyce and Gerald Saunders, Canton; several nieces, nephews and cousins. A private family funeral service was held Feb. 12 at the Pepper Funeral Home, Canton, with Rev. Jasper Smith, officiating. Interment followed in Beech Flats Cemetery. A memorial service will be held Feb. 19 at the Interfaith Chapel of the University of Alabama Hospital, Birmingham. The family suggests memorials be directed to the Alabama Coalition directed to the Alabama Coalition for Donation, Birmingham, AL in Mr. Johnson’s memory.
JOHNSTON -MARJORIE L. BEST, 69, of Canton, died Saturday morning, July 20, 2002, at Memorial Hospital, Towanda. She was born Jan. 6, 1933, in Troy, a daughter of William and Helen McIlwain Johnston. As a young woman, Marge grew up in the Troy area. She graduated from Troy High School with the class of 1950. She later married Robert Best and together, they made their home on Lake Hill Road in Canton Township. Bob preceded hen in death Sept. 15, 1996, after 43 years of marriage. Marge was employed by Canton Manufacturing for over 20 years until her retirement in 1995. She was a member of the Women of the Moose Lodge No. 981, Canton, and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post No. 714, Canton. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Vickie and Grant Tracy of Bath, N.Y.; special grandson, Brock Kelley of Richmond, Va.: Step-grandchildren, Gregory Tracy of North Carolina and Julie (Wilby) Jackson of Bath, N.Y.; step-great-granddaughter, Taylor Jackson; four brothers, Earl (Phyllis) Johnston of Troy, Ernie (Colleen) Johnston of Mansfield, Wayne (Norma) Johnston of Troy, Ernie (Colleen) Johnston of Wellsboro and Richard Johnston of Fassett, aunt, Ruth Rathbun of East Troy; sisters-in-law, JoAnn Johnston of Michigan, Betty (Glen) Morgan of Canton, Janice Ward of Granville, Doris (Bill) Wright of Auburn, N.Y. and Donna Best of Troy; brothers-in-law, Paul (Lenore) Best of Roaring Branch and Dale (Kathy Best of Susquehanna, Pa.; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her loving husband Bob, Marge was predeceased by her sister, Marie Blaney; brother, James Johnston; and brothers- and sisters-in-law. The family invites friends to call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, July 22, at the Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive, Canton. The VFW Women’s Auxiliary will hold services at 12:30 p.m.; the Women of the Moose, at 12:45 p.m. The funeral service will immediately follow, with the Rev. Duane Taylor officiating. Burial will be held in the Beech Flats Cemetery. Those who wish may direct memorials to the Western Alliance EMS, P.O. Box 13, Troy, Pa. 16947 in Mrs. Best’s loving memory. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
JOHNSTON Marjorie L. BEST, 69, Canton, died on Saturday morning, July 20, 2002, at Memorial Hospital, Towanda. She was born January 6, 1933, in Troy , a daughter of William and Helen McIIwain Johnston. As a young woman, Marge grew up in the Troy area. She graduated from Troy High School with the class of 1950. She later married Robert Best and together, they made their home on Lake Hill Road in Canton Township. Bob preceded her in death September 15, 1966, after 43 years of marriage. Marge was employed by Canton Manufacturing for over 20 years until her retirement in 1995. She was a member of the Women of the Moose Lodge No. 981, Canton, and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post No. 714, Canton. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Vickie and Grant Tracy of Bath, NY; special grandson, Brock Kelley of Richmond, VA; step-grandchildren, Gregory Tracy of NC; and Julie (Wilby) Jackson of Bath, NY; step-great-granddaughter , Taylor Jackson; brothers, Earl (Phyllis) Johnston of Troy, Ernie (Colleen) Johnston of Mansfield, Wayne (Norma) Johnston of Wellsboro and Richard Johnston of Fassett; aunt Ruth Rathbun of East Troy; sister-in-law, JoAnn Johnston of Michigan, Betty (Glen) Morgan of Canton, Janice Ward of Granville, Doris (Bill) Wright of Auburn, NY, and Donna Best of troy; brothers-in-law, Paul (Leonore) Best of Roaring Branch and Dale (Kathy) Best of Susquehanna, PA; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to her loving husband, Bob, Marge was predeceased by her sister, Marie Branch; brother, James Johnston and brothers-and-sisters in-law. The service was held on Monday, July 22, at the Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive, Canton, with the Rev. Duane Taylor officiating and burial to be in Beech Flats Cemetery. Those who wish may direct memorials to the Western Alliance EMS, PO Box 13, Troy, PA 16947 in Mrs. Best’s loving memory. Troy Gazette Register
JONES –MRS. CATHERINE MORSE, 77 of Canton, Pa., died at the home of her son, Willard Morse at Canton Saturday (Jan. 11, 1930) at 12:15 p.m. She is survived by one son. The funeral will be held Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. at the residence, the Rev. George Gilbert officiating. Burial in Beech Flats Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/13/1930
HARRY W.
JONES, 86, of Troy, Pennsylvania, and former long-time resident of
Grover, passed away Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, at Guthrie Troy Community
Hospital. Harry was born on Aug. 10,
1931, in Canton Township to the late Harry J. and Ruth (Lundy) Jones. He was
a 1949 graduate of Canton High School and served in the U.S. Army during the
Korean War. On Nov. 30, 1958, Harry
married the former Sandra Boyd in the Grover Church of Christ. They were
blessed with five children and 56 years together before her passing on March
23, 2015. Family came first in Harry’s
life. In addition to owning and operating a dairy farm near Grover for many
years, Harry also enjoyed doing carpentry jobs throughout the area. In
earlier years he drove a Canton school bus and worked for PennDOT. Harry was
an active part of the Grover Church of Christ, serving not only as a church
elder for more than 50 years, a trustee and Sunday school teacher, but was a
long-time chairman of the church’s board, their building committee and
Sunday school superintendent. Harry was a 50-year plus member and past
master of Canton’s F&AM Lodge 415. He appreciated good times shared with
family and friends. In earlier years he was an avid hunter and fisherman. Surviving
are his children, Deb (Tom) Brown of Castile, New York, Carol (Larry) Wright
of Mt. Wolf, Sharon (Douglas) Schucker of Troy, Don Jones (Marlene Keleher)
of York and David (Becky) Jones of Burlington; 14 grandchildren, Marc
(Carolann) Fitzwater of Castile, Luke (Sarah) Fitzwater of Livonia, New
York, Kristen (Ed) Gossman of York, Jacob (Maddy Kutz), Clayton (Tiffani
Mattocks) and Adam Schucker all of Troy, Nicole Jones (Chris Geibe) of York,
Brandon Jones (Cortney Fowler) of Wrightsville, Sondra Jones of Mifflinburg,
Tarah (Dustin) Clark of Gillett, Amanda, Dynah, Levi and Leonna Jones, all
of Burlington; eight great-grandchildren, Adrianna and Hunter Fitzwater,
twins Addison and Kaylee Fitzwater, Abigail, Connor and Grayson Gossman and
Aubree Rose Geibe; three siblings, Robert Jones of Troy, Harriet (Larry)
Smith of Canton and Althea Henne of Montoursville; many nieces, nephews,
cousins, neighbors and dear friends. In
addition to his beloved wife Sandy, he was predeceased by a brother, Carl
Jones. Family invites friends to call
from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Pepper Funeral Home, 578 Springbrook Drive,
Canton, with a masonic service prior. Calling hours are also 11 a.m. to 12
p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 21, at the Grover Church of Christ, 498 Grover Road
with pastor Will Strunk officiating and Frank Campbell assisting the funeral
service at noon.
Burial will follow in Beech Flats Cemetery with military honors accorded.
Those who wish may consider a donation in Harry’s memory to Grover Church of
Christ, P.O. Box 139, Grover, PA. –Canton Independent-Sentinel 12/21/2017
JONES –HELEN J. SWINGLE, 95, of Canton, died December 2, 2004 at the Troy Community Hospital. Born in Mansfield, Pa, July 29, 1909, she was the daughter of the late William and Mable (Brocious) Jones. After graduating from Mansfield High School in 1927, she continued her education at the Mansfield Normal State Teacher’s College and in 191 received her teaching degree. She taught Home Economics at the former Estella High School in Sullivan County. On June 7, 1933 in Elmira, NY, she and the late John A. Swingle were married and blessed with 49 years together. Her beloved John died on June 6, 1982. Mrs. Swingle was a devoted and long-time member of the East Canton United Methodist Church. She also enjoyed her membership in the Beech Flats Grange No. 338 for over 50 years and was active in the Canton Sr. Citizens Group. Surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Pauline J. Swingle, Canton, Kitty Swingle, Bonita Springs, FL; foster son and daughter-in-law, John and Pat Ribovich, Rockford, IL; granddaughters, Amber, Donna, Jane, Misty and Marie; grandsons, Ty, Robert and David; 16 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and many dear friends at Sherwood’s Personal Care Home, Canton. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Swingle was predeceased by a son Edward who died in a tragic plane crash in 2002; a brother, Harold Jones, in 1965; a sister, Dortha Burtch, in 1988. The funeral and committal services were held December 6th at the Pepper funeral home, Canton with Rev. Jay Morris and retired pastor Rev. Jasper Smith officiating. Burial was in Beech Flats Cemetery. The family suggest those who wish may direct memorials in Mrs. Swingle’s name to the East Canton United Methodist Church at RR 1 Box 73, or the Beech Flats Grange, c/o RR1 Box 294 both of Canton, PA 17724 or to the Guthrie Hospice at RR1 Box 154 Towanda, PA 18848. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
JONES Helen Swingle
Helen J. Swingle, 95 of Canton died
Thursday morning, Dec. 2, 2004, at the Troy Community Hospital. Her family
invites friends to call 2 to 4 pm today and 10 to 11 am Monday at Pepper
Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive, Canton. The funeral and committal services
will follow on Monday, Dec. 6, with the Rev. Jay Morris and retired pastor Rev.
Jasper Smith officiating. Burial will be in Beech Flats Cemetery. In lieu of
flowers, the family suggests that those who wish may direct memorials in Mrs.
Swingle's name to the East Canton United Methodist Church at RR1, Box 73, or
the Beech Flats Grange c/o RR1, Box 294, both of Canton, Pa. 17724, or to
Guthrie Hospice at RR1, Box 154, Towanda, Pa., 18848.
HOWARD C. JONES, 85, life-long resident of the Canton area died
peacefully on Sunday evening, Oct. 11, 2009 at Towanda Memorial Hospital’s
Skilled Nursing Unit after suffering a stroke on Sept. 28. Howard was
born at the family home in Grover, Pa. on Sept. 12, 1924, a son of the late
Ralph and Luva Bell (Allen) Jones. He was a proud World War II veteran,
serving in the Aleutian Islands as a Technician 5th grade with the Army’s
Company C 18th Engineer Combat Battalion. It was while in the service
that Howard learned his life-long occupation as a heavy equipment
operator. He worked for many years as a member of the Rochester, NY Local
Union 832 Operating Engineers. Fondly known as “Bubba,” Howard was the devoted
husband of Katherine Jones. They were blessed with 37 wonderful years
together. Howard was a life member of Canton’s V.F.W. Post No. 714, a 50
year plus member of the Canton Moose Lodge No. 429 and a member of the Red Run
Rod & Gun Club in Roaring Branch. A good-natured, quiet and gentle
man, Howard loved horses all of his life and in his retirement raised Belgium
Draft horses. Surviving are his tow daughters, Rose Ann (Don) Black of
Erie, Pa. and their children, Allen and Chris, Margaret (Leslie “Butch”)
Michalski of Clymer, N.Y. and their children, Buddy, Fritz and Michelle;
several great-grandchildren; stepchildren, Margaret Ann Nichols of Charlotte,
Mich. And her children, James, Juli and Gregory and E. Jane (Dr. Donald)
Stanton of Elk Rapids, Mich. And Lakewood Ranch, Fla.; a special cousin,
Harriet Jones Smith (Larry); and dear friends, Dale and Vonnie Bradley and
Harold “Bud” and Shirley Bentley. In addition to his wife Katherine, who
died
on Nov. 10, 2001, Howard was predeceased by a half-brother and sister-in-law,
William and Mertie Lee. Family invites friends to call from noon – 2 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 15 at Pepper Funeral home, Springbrook Drive in Canton.
The funeral and committal services will follow at 2 p.m. with Rev. Duane Taylor
officiating. Burial will be private at Beech Flats Cemetery. In lieu
of flowers, those who wish may consider a memorial in Mr. Jones’ name to
Memorial Hospital’s Skilled Nursing Unit at 1 Memorial Drive, Towanda, PA or a
charity of one’s choice. –Towanda Daily Review 10/13/2009
EDWIN KALMBACH, 78, of Canton, passed away
Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Born April 1,
1941 in Austria, he was the son to the late Rudolf and Emma (nee Fandrich)
Kalmbach. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two
brothers, Alwin (Lois) Kalmbach and Harry (Sandy) Kalmbach. He is survived
by his loving wife, Helen (nee Heinze); a daughter, Emily (Timothy) Collins
of Cleveland, Ohio; and a grandson, Ehren Collins. Ed honorably served his
country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. A funeral service
honoring Ed’s life will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019 at Morse &
Kleese Funeral Home, 94 N. Center St., Canton. A time of visitation will be
held at 10 a.m. Thursday morning until the time of service at the funeral
home. He will be laid to rest in the Beech Flats Cemetery. Memorial
contributions in his name may be made the Alzheimer’s Association. -Towanda
Daily Review 8/6/22019
KELLEY –FAVORITE LUELLA METZGER. Bradford County Woman is Killed. Mrs. H. F. Metzger, 38, of Beach Flats, Dies Instantly. Husband and 13 year old son badly hurt when car strikes underpass at Elmira, N.Y. Canton –Mrs. Henry Fred Metzger, 38, of Beech Flats, Canton Township, was killed and her husband and son, Walter, 13, were seriously injured at 10:30 o’clock Friday morning when their car hit a stone wall of a railroad underpass at Elmira, N. Y. Mr. Metzger, who observed his 41st birthday anniversary the day of the tragedy, suffered a fractured leg and undetermined head injuries. The son also received a broken leg. They were reported in fair condition at the Arnot-Ogden Hospital, Elmira. The exact cause of the accident was not learned. After descending a steep hill, the car failed to negotiate a curve and struck the bulkhead with such force that it drove the engine back to the middle of the car. Mrs. Metzger was killed instantly. Regarded as a dangerous point on the highway, the underpass has been the scene of numerous accidents. Mrs. Metzger, nee Favorite Kelley, leaves two other sons, aged 10 and 3 years, and her mother, Mrs. Martin Kelley. Her body was removed to the Collins and Stull Funeral Home here. The Metzgers were engaged in farming near here. (Born 1899, died April 25 1938, Buried Beech Flats Cemetery)
LYNN F. KELLOGG, 81, of Mill Street, LeRoy, died March 19, 1989 at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, following a brief illness. Mr. Kellogg was born April 7, 1907 in Smithfield Township, a son of Fountain E. and Mary J. Kelly Kellogg. He was a former employee for the Pennsylvania State Game Commission and also at the Bradford County Manor, where he constructed picnic tables and painted. Mr. Kellogg was member of the LeRoy Grange, the LeRoy Community Association, the Canton Senior Citizens, and Mr. Kellogg was a member of the LeRoy Church of Christ. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed sharing his garden produce with his neighbors and enjoyed helping others. Surviving are his wife, the former Eleanor Wright, a resident at the Bradford County Manor; three brothers, Kenneth, Riviera, AZ, Merle, Port St. John, FL; Merrill, Millport, NY; a sister-in-law, Margaret Wright, Canton; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Kellogg was predeceased by three sisters, Helen Corneby, Letha McCarty, and Gladys Harris; four brothers, Basil, Lyle, (Lynn’s twin brother), Eustace and Clifford Kellogg. Funeral services were held at the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home, Canton, Friday at 8 p.m. with the Rev. Daniel Colton, pastor of the LeRoy Church of Christ officiating. Interment was in the Beech Flats Cemetery. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
KERNAN –ELLEN KERNAN CALKINS, 91, Monroeton, PA (Franklin Twp.), formerly of Shohola Falls, PA, died January 1, 2003, at the Highlands Care Center in Laporte. Born on February 26, 1911 in Harberth, PA, she was the daughter of the late John R. and Mary Cope Massey Kernan. In earlier years, she was employed as an operator for the Bell Telephone Company. In 1953, she and her first husband, the late George Ryman, started the Ryman’s Gun Dog Kennells in Shohola Falls. With loving dedication the Ryman Type” became well known as one of the finest bloodlines for the English Setter breed and Mrs. Ryman Calkins became known as “Mrs. English Setter.” On December 11, 1963, she married Carl W. Calkins in Milford, PA. With Carl'’ assistance they continued the selective breeding of her beloved Ryman Setters until they retired in 1975. For over 37 years, she hand-raised, fed, and helped train nearly 4,000 Pennsylvania Ryman Setter puppies. Mrs. Calkins was a member of the Church of the Good Shepherd in Milford, PA and received her confirmation on May 23, 1964. Surviving are several nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to her husbands George Ryman and Carl Calkins, two sisters, Anne and Helen, predeceased her. In keeping with Mrs. Calkins’ request, there was no funeral service. A graveside service will be announced at a later date. Burial will be in Beech Flats Cemetery, Canton, PA. Memorials in Mrs. Calkins’ name may be made to the Bradford County Humane Society at PO Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850. Arrangements are in the care of the Pepper Funeral Home, Canton. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
KILMER -KATHERINE E. FITZWATER, 78. On Thursday, Oct. 9, 1997 of Canton RR1, went home to be with the Lord after a brave bout with illness. She was born May 12, 1918 in Wheelerville, Sullivan County, one of 14 children born to Jacob and Lena (Ayres) Kilmer. Katherine was educated in the Sullivan Co. School system and was a graduate of the Estella High School. She met her husband, Ervin Fitzwater, while she was babysitting at Ervin’s cousin’s farm. They were united in Holly Matrimony April 16, 1938. One humorous antidote associated with their wedding day concerned the bride and groom’s attempt at getting away from the crowds of well-wishers. Ervin pulled their car into a barn and a low beam took the roof of the car off while they were inside the vehicle, an event which always brought a smile to Katherine’s face when remembered. Katherine settled into her role as a farm wife, helping Ervin with the chores, canning, cooking and baking. She was well-known for her bread, sticky buns and spice cookies. Together, they raised two sons and seven daughters all of whom were provided with homemade clothing of Katherine’s design. Her family and friends often received gifts of afghans and doilies. During the years that her children attended the one-room school house across the road from their home, the school teacher would stay with the Fitzwater’s during winter snow storms. This assured Katherine that her children’s education would not be short changed by school closings. The Fitzwater’s had the first television in Beach Flats, and when President Eisenhower was inaugurated in 1953, the entire school was welcomed into the home to watch the event on the seven inch screen. Katherine also worked outside the home for a number of years as a waitress at the Canton Diner and eventually as a cafeteria worker at Canton High School. After her retirement, she volunteered for the Meals on Wheels program which she continued until her recent illness. Katherine loved bowling, snowmobiling, outdoor and indoor gardening. She was a member of the East Canton United Methodist Church, a life member of the Beech Flats Grange No. 335 where she served on the Pomona Degree Installation Team and a member of the Lady Canton Rebekah Lodge No. 362 and Canton Senior Citizens. Katherine is survived by her husband Ervin at home: sons, Luther (Eva) Fitzwater of Canton and Daniel Fitzwater of Canton RR 1: daughters Iona (Andrew) Straka, Canton RR 2, Shirley (Stephen) Barnes, Canton RR 3, Carol (Larry) Brown, Canton RR 3, Diane (Thomas) Allen of Georgia, Debra Fitzwater Troy RR 1 and Karen (Gordon) Wesneski, Canton RR 1; brothers James (Freida) Kilmer, Willingboro, N. J., Neil (Laura) Kilmer, Beaver’s Dam, N.Y., Neil (Laura) Kilmer Beaver’s Dam, N.Y. and Joseph (Geraldine) Kilmer, Cortland, N.Y.: sisters, Emma Caseman, Honeye, N.Y., Jean Smith, Troy, Pa., Faye (Harold) Smith of Wheelerville, Pa., and Phyllis (Gordon) Mitchell, Oregon: she is also survived by 28 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Katherine was preceded by brothers, John, Charles and Bradley; sisters, Veronica, Ellen and Marie; daughter, Nancy Brackman and great-grandson, Dennis Moyer. Calling hours will be held Monday at 7 p.m. at the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home, 40 N. Center St., Canton. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the East Canton Methodist Church with the Rev. Joseph Smith, retired Methodist Minister, and Rev. Jonathan Stanley, pastor of Sylvania Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will follow in the Beech Flats Cemetery. The family will provide flowers. Memorials in Katherine’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society. –Towanda Daily Review.
Ralph Thomas KLEESE, 82, of Canton, PA died Sunday, September 15, 2002 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA after a brief illness. Born in Williamsport, PA on august 13, 1920 he was the son of Ralph A. and Esther Wilkinson Kleese. He graduated from Williamsport High School in 1938 and the American Academy of Embalmings ad Mortuary Research in New York City in 1941. Mr. Kleese served in the Air force during World War II. He established the Kleese Funeral Home in Canton in 1953. In recent years he was a winter resident of Winter Haven, FL. He was a longtime member of the Masonic Lodge and was also a former member of the IOOF in Canton. He was a charter member of the Canton Lions’Club, had been a member of the Troy Community Hospital Board of Directors, Minnequa Grange No. 754, a life member of the Canton Post No. 714 VFW and was a life member of the Innes Hose Co. in Canton. He belonged to the Tri-County Funeral Directors Association and the Pennsylvania funeral Directors Association. He is survived by his sons, Gary (and Judy) Kleese of Sayre, PA and John R. “Richie” (and Janice) Kleese of Fayetteville, NC; six grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; a special friend, Betty Johnson. He was predeceased byhis wife of 51 years, Margaret McGinniss Kleese, in 1996; and a son, Max. Funeral services will be held at the Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ) in Canton on September 19 at 11 am with the Rev. David B. Morris officiating and interment to be in Beech Flats Cemetery with military honors. (Viewing at Morse and Kleese in Canton Sept. 18 from 7-9 pm.) Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society, 1948 E. Third Street, Williamsport, PA 17701.
KNAPP -MARGARET K. KLUMP, 89. On the evening of Feb. 13, 2000, former Canton-area resident Margaret Knapp Klump died quietly at Memorial Hospital in Towanda after a brave battle with cancer. She was 89 years of age. Born just outside of Mansfield on Jan. 6, 1911, she was the daughter of Erving and Dora (Boyce) Knapp. Margaret lived much of her adult life in Canton. She later resided in Tennessee for a few years and then returned to Bradford County, settling in Ulster. But wherever she made her home, Margaret always made it a point to beautify it with a lovely garden of flowers. Gardening and the great outdoors were two her passions in life, along with the companionship of her family. She was blessed with the skill of crocheting and made quilts for all of her grandchildren, heirlooms that are treasured by all who received them. She also was gifted with many hours at this pastime. Margaret was the widow of Fred J. Klump who died in October 1989. In January, due to her failing health Margaret became a resident of the Highlands in Laporte. Margaret was a lifelong Methodist, and whenever possible she fellowshipped at the East Smithfield United Methodist Church. Margaret is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Edward and Joan Watkins of Monroeton; step-daughter, Doris (Charles) Reigle of Lock Haven; brother, Robert L. Knapp of Horseheads, N. Y.: sister, Esther Ferree of Lock Haven; grandchildren, Stephen Watkins of Towanda, Donald Watkins of Monroeton and Marcy Demangone of Reading; step-granddaughter, Pamela Grenninger of Yeagertown, Pa; five great-grandchildren; and step-daughter-in-law, Mabel Porter of Canton. Aside from her husband, she was preceded in death by her stepson Arthur Porter and step-daughter Eloise Wood. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Feb. 16, at 1 p.m. at the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home, 40 N. Center St., Canton, with the Rev. Barb Troxell, pastor of the East Smithfield United Methodist Church, officiating. Calling hours will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday. Interment will be in Beech Flats Cemetery. –Towanda Daily Review.
KOHLER -MARY HELLRICH of Canton Succumbs. Mrs. Mary K. Hellrich, 74, of 29 Elm St. Canton, died Friday, March 23, 1979 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, following an extended illness. She was born in Lopez, Feb. 21, 19095, a daughter of Stephen and Christina Bennie Kohler. Mrs. Hellrich was a member of the Canton First United Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her husband, Louis, five sons, Martin Mott of Canton RD 2, Horace Mott of Douglas, Arizona, Harry Mott of Lebanon, N.J., Stephen Mott of Easton, and Arthur Hellrich of Glen Rock, N.JH.; four daughters, Mrs. Frank Tillotson of Canton RD 1, Mrs., William Hurley of Blossburg, and Mrs. Kleighton Louden of Endwell, N,.Y,.; one sister, Mrs. James MacBlaine of Morris Run; on brother, Stephen Kohler of Auburn, N.Y.; 26 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by three children, Evelyn Newman, Joseph Mott, and Margaret Loomis. The funeral will be held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Morse Funeral Home, Canton, with the Rev. Raymond D. Fravel, her pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Beech Flats Cemetery, Canton Township. –Towanda Daily Review.
LAMPHERE –CARRIE L. PETERS, 79, of Canton died October 24, 1992, at home. She was born Feb. 2, 1913, in Wyalusing Township, Bradford County, the daughter of Ernest Lamphere and Mina Johnson Lamphere Cook. Mrs. Peters was a homemaker. Surviving are a brother, Earl S. Cook, Rome, Pa: four nephews and one grandnephew. She was predeceased by her husband Howard Peters, on Jan. 24, 1984; two brothers, Paul Lamphere and Donald Cook; and a sister, Jennie Newman. Memorial services were held Oct. 27, from the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home, Canton, with the Rev. Jasper Smith, retired Methodist minister, officiating. Interment was in Beech Flats Cemetery.
WILLIAM S. LANDON - On the evening of Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2007
long-time Canton resident William Sumner Landon died quietly at Bradford County
Manor. He was 86 years of age. Born in Waterloo, N.Y., on Sept. 10,
1921, he was the son of Sumner R. and Grace (Glenn) Landon. When William was a
teenager the family moved to the Landon homestead in East Canton. He
graduated from Canton High School with the Class of 1941. He served our
country during the Second World War as part of the U.S. Army 209th Coast
Artillery. His journey began with a trip on the Queen Mary, converted to
a troop carrier. He saw action in North Africa, Sicily, Italy, Alsace-Lorraine
and Germany. He received the Purple Heart as well as the Bronze
Star. In civilian life Bill was a machinist employed at Bendix Corp. in
Elmira, N.Y., retiring in 1966. He worked several more years at Landon's
Welding in East Canton. Bill was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting
and fly fishing and was skilled at tying his own flies. He also was a
self-taught wood worker, spending many hours in his workshop. In March of
1949 he married the former Shirley Guinter, and together they raised a son and
daughter and shared 58 years. Bill will be remembered as a loving and
devoted husband and father and will be missed by all who knew him. He is
survived by his wife, Shirley, at home; son, William S. (and Deborah) Landon
Jr.; daughter, Carol McCuen; granddaughter, Leah; great-grandchildren, Taylor
Bellows; sister-in-law, Eileen Saginario; and niece, Jean Blazer. He was
preceded in death by his parents; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ray
and Dorothy Guinter, who were both very dear to him. Visitation will be
from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 17, at Morse & Kleese Funeral Home Inc., 40
N. Center St., Canton. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. with Pastor
Jasper Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Beech Flats
Cemetery. The family will provide the flowers. –Towanda Daily
Review 12/15/2007
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CHARLES M. LANINGER, 69, of Canton died at the Blossburg State Hospital Saturday night. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mabel Laninger of Elmira; four daughters, Mrs. Preston Raub of Troy, Mrs. Martin Mott, Mrs. Albert Allen and Miss Frances Laninger all of Canton; three brothers, Henry of Powell, Walter of Lawrenceville and Eldah of Canton; 11 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The body is at the Morse Funeral Home, Canton, where friends may call and where funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 o’clock with the Rev. Paul Pattaruso officiating. Burial will be in Beech Flats Cemetery. –Canton Independent Sentinel. (Born July 1, 1889, died March 8, 1958) |
LANINGER Dorothy Allen
On the afternoon of Friday, Aug. 9, 2013, well-known Canton resident Dorothy Virginia (Laninger) Allen died quietly at Bradford County Manor. She was 88 years of age. Born in Laquin, Pa., on Oct. 16, 1924 she was a daughter of Charles and Mabel (Snell) Laninger. She met a gentleman named Albert "Bob" Allen, and the two were wed on Dec. 26, 1942. The Allens settled on a farm in Canton Township where they raised their family. In 1972 they sold the farm and moved to a home just outside the borough limits of Canton. While Bob went to work for PennDOT, Dorothy took a job with Canton Manufacturing Company. With the family grown Dorothy and Bob had more time to share together. They enjoyed square dancing, camping with the Rolling Hills Camping Club and traveling. They enjoyed the Bloomsburg Fair as well as the Canton Firemen's Fair, at which Dorothy could always be found volunteering her services in the kitchen. For her continued dedication she was made an honorary life member of the Canton Fire Department. Dorothy was also an avid card and Bingo player. The Allens became well known throughout the area for their elaborate Christmas display. Each year Dorothy and Bob would add an additional cast of characters to the repertoire. It was a labor of love. With each year the crowds became bigger as well, traveling with their children from as far as Williamsport and Elmira to take in the festive lights and animated decorations, and to sit on Santa's lap and receive a candy cane, all of which was graciously provided by Dorothy and Bob's generosity. They shared 59 years until Bob's passing in 2002. As the years caught up with her Dorothy had to scale back many of her activities, but she always enjoyed a friendly visit and cherished her moments with her beloved family. Dorothy is survived by her son Tim (and Patricia) Allen of Canton; daughters Dottie (and Bob) Shedden of Canton and LouAnn (and Roy) Vargson of Troy; grandchildren Tina (and Jack), Gina (and Bill), Wendy, Mike (and Billie Jo), Sherry (and Ray), Shawn (and Shelley); step-grandchildren Ryan (and Beth), Kristi (and Steve), Carol, Bobbie Jo, Connie (and Jim), Lisa (and Harold), Candy (and Jeremy) and Sandy; great-grandchildren Josh, Mindy, Kyle, Kody, Brittany, Billy (and Breanne), Travis, Hunter, Sierra, Gabrielle, Chase, Zander, Ian, Gavin, Kody Miller; step-great-grandson Noah; great-great-grandchildren Hunter, Kolton, Klayton; four nieces and one nephew. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob; infant daughter Linda; her brother James; sisters Frances, Marie and Helen; son-in-law Grant Trick; daughter-in-law Dianne Allen and great-granddaughter Lexi Miller. Calling hours will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, Aug. 12 at Morse & Kleese Funeral Home, 94 N. Center St., Canton, and will resume Tuesday at 11 a.m. Funeral service will be Tuesday at noon, followed by interment in Beech Flats Cemetery. The family suggests that memorial contributions be directed to the Innes Hose Co., P.O. Box 72, Canton Pa., 17724; or Western Alliance Emergency Services, P.O. Box 13, Troy, Pa., 16947. Towanda Daily Review – August 11, 2013
FRANCES E. LANINGER, 91. On the evening of Sunday, June 18, 2000, lifelong Canton resident Frances Ellen Laninger died quietly at Troy Community Hospital. She was 91 years of age. Born in Canton Township on May 21, 1909, she was the eldest of Mabel Snell Laninger’ five children. Young Frances spent a good portion of her life in the household of her maternal grandparents, Frank and Laura Snell. Frances was educated in the Canton area school system, graduating from the Canton High School with the Class of 1930,. She was also a graduate of the Delkardar School of Beauty in Elmira. She was a slight and slender woman, always attractively attired, who strode through life with dignity, poise and grace. Frances worked for a while at the Belmar Manufacturing in Canton, and later was employed by the Canton Leroy Farmers Telephone Co. There she served as a switchboard operator for many years until automatic dialing was implemented in Canton. She spent the last 21 working years employed as a clerk at the A&P store in Canton, retiring in May 1974. In the years after her retirement, Frances was free to pursue her hobbies and other interests. She was an active member of Minnequa Grange No. 754 and a lifelong member of the Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ) of Canton. Despite her slight frame. Frances was an accomplished bow hunter and had received many awards and honors. She was attracted early on to the technology of photography and became well-known for her expertise with a camera. Frances had a gift for oil painting. She was a natural born artist having received no training whatsoever. Her works of art on canvas have been treasured by family and friends alike. Frances refused to sell her works no matter how much she was offered, but chose, rather, to give them as wedding gifts and the like. A great passion of hers were covered bridges, and she was a charter member of the Pennsylvania Covered Bridge Society and several other such groups. Being the free spirit that she was, it was not unusual for her to leave town on a moment’s notice and drive halfway across the country on an excursion to immortalize some remote covered bridge on canvas, or to collect pieces and artifacts from the remains of one that had been otherwise destroyed. Frances is survived by her sister, Dorothy and Bob Allen of Canton RR 1; brother-in-law, J. Preston Raub of Troy; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her brother, James Laninger; and sisters Helen Raub and Marie Mott. Calling hours will be held Wednesday from 7 to p p.m. at the Morse & Kleese Funeral Home, Canton. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday June 22, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. David B. Morris, pastor of the Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ) of Canton, officiating. Interment will follow in Beech Flats Cemetery –Towanda Daily Review.
Frances Ellen LANINGER, 91, a lifelong Canton, PA resident, died on
Sunday, June 18, 2000 at Troy Community Hospital. Born in canton Township
on May 21, 1909 she was the eldest of Mable Snell Laninger’s five
children. Young Frances spent a good portion of her life in the home of
her maternal grandparents, Frank and Laura Snell. She was a 1930 graduate
of Canton High School and also graduated from the Delkardar School of Beauty in
Elmira, NY. She worked for Belmar Manufacturing, was a switchboard operator
for the Canton and Leroy Farmers Telephone Company for many years and clerked
at the A&P for 21 years until her retirement in 1974. She was an
active member of Minnequa Grange No. 754 and a lifelong member of the Church of
Christ (Disciples of Christ) of Canton. Among her interests were archery,
photography and oil painting. She had a special interest in covered
bridges. Frances is survived by her sister, Dorothy and Bob Allen of
Canton RR 1, PA; brother-in-law, J. Preston Raub of Troy; and numerous nieces
and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother, James Laninger;
and sisters, Helen Raub and Marie Mott. Funeral services were conducted
Thursday, June 22 (2 pm) at the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home in Canton with
the Rev. David B. Morris officiating and interment to follow in Beech Flats
Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of one’s
choice.
“Troy Gazette-Register,” Troy, PA Thursday, June 15,
2000
LANINGER –HELEN RAUB. Mrs. Preston (Helen) Raub of Troy, died 3 June 1984 at home. Mrs. Raub was born July 16, 1911 in Canton Township, a daughter of Charles and Mabel Snell Laninger. Mrs. Raub was a retired school cafeteria member in Troy school. She was a member of the Baptist Church of Troy, Columbia Grange and the Rebeka Lodge. She and her husband, Preston Raub, raised their family on their dairy farm near Sylvania. Survivors include her husband of 55 years as of Jan. 16, 1984, two sons, Jim Raub and Larry Raub, both of Troy; three daughters, Mrs. Harold (Irma) Morgan, Mrs. Robert (Edna) Jones, both of Troy and Mrs. Lou (Doris) Kingsley of East Smithfield; 22 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Frances Laninger, Mrs. Albert “Bob” Laninger, both of Canton and Mrs. Martin (Marie) Mott of Troy. A brother, James preceded her in death. Several nieces and nephews also survive her. Friends may call at the Vickery Funeral Home, Troy, today, 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Baptist Church, Troy. Interment will be in Beech Flats Cemetery. –Towanda Daily Review.
LANINGER - RAUB, HELEN L., Services for Helen L. Raub, 72, Troy, will be held June 7 at Troy Baptist Church with Rev. Garry Zuber officiating. Burial will be in Beech Flats Cemetery, E. Canton. The Vickery Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Mrs. Raub died June 3, 1984 at home. She was born July 16, 1911 in Canton Twp., daughter of Charles and Mabel Snell Laninger. She was a member of Troy Baptist Church and Sylvania Rebekah Lodge No 374. She was secretary of Columbia Grange No. 83 and member of Covered Bridge Society and worked for the election board in Columbia Twp. She was a retires cafeteria worker at Croman Elementary School. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, J. Preston; daughters, Mrs. Harold (Irma) Morgan and Mrs. Robert (Edna) Jones of Troy and Mrs. Louis (Doris) Kingsley of East Smithfield; sons and daughters-in-law, James and Marilyn Raub of Troy and Larry and Harriett Raub of Austinville.; sisters, Frances Laninger and Mrs. Albert (Dorothy) Allen of Canton and Mrs. Martin (Marie) Mott of Alba; 22 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; six nieces and nephews; several cousins. (TGR May 31, 1984)
JAMES LANINGER aged 21, died suddenly of a heart attack (1940).
He was an employee of the Belmar Factory. His death was a severe shock to
his many friends as well as his family. He leaves to mourn his loss his
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Laninger; four sisters, Mrs. Preston Raub of
Saxonville, Massachusetts; Mrs. Martin Mott, Frances and Dorothy Laninger of
Canton; two grandmothers, Mrs. Laura Snell of Canton and Mrs. James Laninger of
Ellenton; also other relatives. His funeral was held at his late home on
Southern Avenue, Sunday at 2 p.m. and burial was made in Beech Flats Cemetery,
Rev. L. A. Guiles was the officiating clergyman. Those from out of town
to attend the funeral were; Mrs. Harry Diltz and son, Harry of Rochester, N.Y.;
Misses Margaret Fennell and Lillian Kennedy of Detroit; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bostwick,
Mrs. George White of Elmira, N.Y.; Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Japhet of Newark Valley,
N.Y.; Mrs. Brittie Holmes, Willard Holmes, Dick Camp and Mr. and Mrs. William
Rauscher of Roaring Branch; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Laninger of Powell; Mr. and Mrs.
Walter Laninger of Beech Flats. –Canton Independent Sentinel
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LANINGER -MARIE MOTT, 85, of the Hillcrest Apartments in Troy died peacefully on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 1999, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Born on July 11, 1914. In Canton, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Mabel Adell Snell Laninger. Marie attended the Columbia Cross Roads United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Troy VFW Auxiliary and was a charter member of the Canton Women of the Moose Lodge No. 981. Some of Marie’s pastimes were playing cards and working on word puzzles. In earlier years, she enjoyed embroidering and bowling. Mrs. Mott was employed by Canfords—Canton Manufacturing—for many years until her retirement. She is survived by three daughters and two sons-in-law, Janet and Clifford Davis, Jr. of Troy, Johann and Arthur Dickerson of Troy and Patricia Gobea of Gillett: 10 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Dorothy and Bob Allen of Canton and Frances Laninger of Canton; a special companion, Walter Wolfe of Troy; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Mott was predeceased by her husband, Martin G. Mott, on Aug. 1, 1992: a son, Arthur Mott; a sister, Helen Raub; and a brother, James Laninger. Interment will be in the Beech Flats Cemetery. The family suggests that memorial donations be directed to the Endless Mountains Mission Center, Troy, Pa. 16947, in Mrs. Mott’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review. |
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LANINGER Marie MOTT, 85, of the Hillcrest Apts., Troy, PA died on Tuesday, October 5, 1999 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Born on July 11, 1914 in Canton, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Mabel Adell Snell Laninger. Marie attended the Columbia Cross Roads, United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Troy VFW Auxiliary and was a charter member of the Canton Women of the Moose Lodge No. 981. Mrs. Mott was employed by Canford’s now Canton Manufacturing, for many years until her retirement. She is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Janet and Clifford Davis Jr. of Troy, Johann and Arthur Dickerson of Troy, PA and Patricia Gobea of Gillett, PA; 10 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren; sisters and a brother-in-law, Dorothy and Bob Allen of Canton and Frances Laninger of Canton; special companion, Walter Wolfe of Troy; several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Mott was predeceased by her husband, martin G. Mott, 1992; a son, Arthur Mott; a sister, Helen Raub; and a brother, James Laninger. Funeral services were held October 8 at the Pepper Funeral Home in Canton with the Rev. Mark Bower officiating and interment to be in the Beech Flats Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the Endless Mts. Mission Center, c/o RR 3, Box 339, Troy, PA in Mrs. Mott’s memory. Troy Gazette-Register, Troy, PA Thursday, October
CARL F. LATHROP, Age 85, of Canton (Beech Flats) died July 10, 2003 at Troy Hospital. Surviving are his wife of 57 years, Edna; a son, Max of Gillett; three daughters, Carol Ann Carey, Laura Phelps, both of Canton and Linda Kreger of Tioga; many grandchildren; two sisters, Ina Jackson of Mainesburg, and Erma Warner of Gillett; a brother, Harold of Wellsburg. He was predeceased by a granddaughter, Amber Rose Kreger and a brother, Lawrence. Friends may call 10 to 12 p.m., Saturday, July 12th, at Pepper Funeral Home, Canton. The funeral will immediately follow at noon with the Rev. Jasper Smith, officiating. Burial will be in Beech Flats Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Western Alliance E.M.S., P.O. Box 13, Troy, Pa. 16947. –Towanda Daily Review.
LAUDIERO -HELEN MARGARET (LAUDIERO) KNECHT - On Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Helen Margaret (Laudiero) Knecht of Canton passed away peacefully at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. She was 85 years of age. Born Sept. 12, 1933 in Nyack, New York, she was the daughter of Robert and Dorothy (Burns) Laudiero. As a young woman she worked at the Belmar Company in Canton until she met a young Marine named Wilson Knecht. Following a brief courtship they were married in July of 1955. Helen enjoyed the card playing parties she and her friends held. She was a lover of animals, birds and fish, and over the years shared her home with many pets. Most remembered was her cat, Pretty Boy. She was also an accomplished artist, painting beautiful water colors. Helen also served as president of Canton VFW’s Ladies’ Auxiliary. She enjoyed the Christmas holidays and all of the festive decorations. Most of all she loved spending time with family and friends Helen is survived by her husband, Wilson Knecht, of West Burlington; son, John Knecht; daughter, Susan (and Stanley) Strong; grandchildren, Aaron Lineberry (and Holly Champluvier), John (and Maggie) Knecht; step-grandchildren, Gabriel Strong and Miranda Wiehagen; great-grandchildren, Aaron Lineberry, Jr., Thomas Lineberry and Jacob Lineberry; sister, Linda Smith and sister-in-law, Maryann (John) Mesko. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Julius Donato, Donald Donato and David Reed; sister, Kathleen Trautner; brother-in-law, Kenneth Knecht and sister-in-law, Gladys Knecht. Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Morse & Kleese Funeral Home, 94 N. Center Street, Canton. Private internment in Beech Flats Cemetery. Special
ANTHONY L.
LIBERATI - On the morning of Saturday, April 18, 2015, well-known Canton
resident Anthony L. Liberati passed away unexpectedly at his residence. He
was 89 years of age. Born in Jersey Shore, Pa., on Jan. 28, 1926, he was the
son of Albert and Mary (Mancuso) Liberati. Known to family and friends as
Tony, he devoted 14 years to the service of our country, serving in two
branches of the armed forces during two wars. From 1944 to 1947 he served
with the Naval Reserves; from 1949 to 1956 he served in the regular U.S.
Navy and from 1956 to 1960 he served in the U.S. Air Force. In the early
1960s he met a girl from Roaring Branch named Barbara (Dowling) and on July
23, 1966 they were married. Together they raised two sons and two daughters
and shared 47 years until Barbara's passing in 2013. In civilian life Tony
had been employed by the Pepsi Cola Co. and Wire Rope Co., both in
Williamsport as well as the former Swayze Folding Box Co. and the former
Schrader-Bellows Air Valve Co., both in Canton. However, Tony chose to
pursue an occupation that would make better use of his skills as a "people
person." He took a course in mixology and became a bartender, serving at
Canton area taverns such as The Park Hotel, The Lion's Den, Outside Inn and
Wheeler's. Eventually he became a restaurateur, owning and operating several
Canton eating establishments such as The Chuck Wagon on Sullivan Street,
Tony's Pizza on Troy Street and Mick's Place on Lycoming Street. There, he
mingled with his patrons, connecting with them one-on-one. Tony was also a
devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who enjoyed the
company of family and friends. Surviving are: his sons, Scott Liberati (and
Ann Wiley) of Mainesburg, Pa., Anthony Liberati II of Canton; daughters:
Lisa Liberati of Canton, Micky (Mark) Spencer of Granville Summit; sister
Ruth Thompson of Burlington, Vt.; grandchildren: Michael Liberati of
Mainesburg, Dustin (Michelle) Pepper of Somers' Point, N.J., Brandon Wilcox
of Canton, Shantel Spencer and Marissa Spencer, both of Granville Summit;
great-grandchildren Emily and Dylan Liberati of Florida, Landon and Laela
Pepper of New Jersey, Lilly Wilcox of Canton; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara, grandson, Dylan Liberati,
brother-in-law John Dowling, sisters: Irene Keller and Phoebe Eddinger,
brothers: Alfred and Calvin Liberati and parents Albert and Mary Liberati.
Visitation will be from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 25 at Morse & Kleese
Funeral Home, 94 N. Center Street, Canton. Service will follow at 2 p.m.
with Pastor Jerry Schmidt officiating. Interment will be in Beech Flats
Cemetery. –Towanda Daily Review 4/21/2015
R. MARK LOGAN, 35, of Canton RR1, died August 20, 2000 in Canton Township. Born in Blossburg, October 26, 1964 he was a son of Janice Roupp Brown and the late Robert Logan. He was a 1983 graduate of Canton High School and throughout school enjoyed wrestling. Mr. Logan was no stranger to hard work. He was a self-employed veal farmer for many years and at the time of his death, was also employed by c.a.f. Inc. in Canton. An avid outdoorsman, he especially enjoyed hunting and riding snowmobile. His main interest in life was the love he shared with his sons, Dustin and Cody. Surviving are his sons, Dustin and Cody, their mother Kenya, all of Canton; parents, Janice and Milton Brown, Canton; maternal grandparents, VanDyne and Grace Roupp, of Florida; paternal grandmother, Mabell Avery, Grover; sisters and brother-in-law, Lisa and Greg Castle, Theresa Brown; brother and sister-n-law, Scott and Irma Brown; nieces, Becca, Trisha, Lacey and Shannon; half-brothers, Donald Brown, Canton and Marty Brown, Tennessee; several aunts, uncles, cousins and good friends, Jeff Sechrist and Randy Castle both of Canton. The funeral service was held August 23 at the Pepper Funeral Home, Canton, with the Rev. Duane Taylor officiating. Interment was held in Beech Flats Cemetery, Canton Twp. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
R. Mark LOGAN, 35, of canton RR 1, PA died Sunday, August 20, 2000 in Canton Township, Pa. Mark was born in Blossburg, PA on October 26, 1964, the son of Janice Roupp Brown and the late Robert Logan. He was a 1983 graduate of Canton High School and enjoyed wrestling throughout school. He was a self-employed veal farmer for many years; at the time of his death he was employed by c.a.f. Inc. in Canton. He is survived by his sons and their mother, Dustin and Cody Logan and Kenya Logan, all of Canton; his parents, Janice and Milton Brown of Canton; maternal grandparents, Vandyne and Grace Roupp of Florida; paternal grandmother, Mabell Avery of Grover; sisters and brother-in-law, Lisa and Greg Castle of Canton and Theresa Brown of Canton; a brother and sister-in-law, Scott and Kim Brown of Canton; three nieces and two half-brothers; aunts uncles and cousins. Funeral services were held August 22 at the Pepper Funeral Home in Canton with the Rev. Duane Taylor officiating and interment to be in Beech Flats Cemetery, Canton Township, PA. Memorials may be directed to a trust fund to benefit the Logan children c/o First Citizens National Bank, 29 W. Main St., Canton, PA 17724 in their father’s memory. Troy Gazette Register
EDWARD W. LOOMIS
Edward W. Loomis, 88, resident of the Bradford County Manor since Oct 25,
1989 and formerly of Canton, died January 9, 1990. He was born June 27, 1901 at
Big Run, Jefferson County, PA, a son of Myron and Rose Rockwell Loomis.
He was retired from Remington Rand in Elmira, NY. Surviving are sons, Elwin L.
of Middleburg, FL and Philip E. Loomis of Harrisburg; daughter, Mrs. Howard
(Rose Marie) Waldrip of Canton; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren;
nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mabel
Benjamin, in 1980 and a son, Kenneth, in 1983. Funeral services were held
January 13 at the Morse and Kleeese Funeral Home in Canton with the Rev. David
B. Morris officiating and interment to be in Beech Flats Cemetery. (TGR,
Thursday, January 18, 1989)
LOOMIS –MRS. ADELINE L. WRIGHT, 79 of Cayuta Rd., Newfield, formerly of East Canton, Pa., Thursday, Oct. 21, 1954, following a long illness. She was a member of the East Canton Methodist Church. Survived by daughters, Mrs. Earl Cornelius of Groton and Mrs. J. F. Wheat of Canandaigua; sons, Leland and Dean Wright of Newfield and Glenn of Casper, Wyo.; sisters, Mrs. Martha Vroman of Elmira and Mrs. Eva Smith of Kent, N.Y.; seven grandchildren. The body is at the Allen Funeral Chapel, Newfield, where friends may call. Funeral there Saturday at 11 a.m., the Rev. Edward L. Hanna of Newfield. Beech Flats Cemetery, East Canton. –Elmira Star-Gazette -22/10/1954
EDWARD W. LOOMIS, 88, resident of the Bradford County Manor since Oct. 25, 1989, died at the manor Tuesday, Jan. 9, 1990. Mr. Loomis previously resided at 143 W. South Ave., Canton. He was born June 27, 1901 at Big Run, Jefferson County, Pa., a son of Myron and Rose Rockwell Loomis. Edward retired in 1963 from Remington Rand, Elmira, N.Y., where he was employed as a millwright. He was a member of the Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ), Canton; an army veteran of World War I: and a member of Canton V.F.W. #714. Surviving are two sons, Elwin I. Loomis of Middleburg, Fla., and Philip E. Loomis of Harrisburg; a daughter, Mrs. Howard (Rose Marie) Waldrip of Canton; eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mabel Benjamin, on Nov. 2, 1980 and a son, Kenneth Loomis, on March 3, 1983. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home, Canton with the Rev. David B. Morris, his pastor, officiating. Interment will be at the Beech Flats Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Friday from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. –Towanda Daily Review.
PASTOR RICHARD B. MARTIN, 87, of Monroeton, Pennsylvania, Franklin Township, was called home to his Lord and Savior on Monday morning, Nov. 13, 2017, at the Sayre Health Care Center. Richard B. Martin, son of the late Noah and Anna (Bowman) Martin was born June 23, 1930, in Millway, Pennsylvania, in Lancaster County. He was married to the late Marian S. (Good) Martin who passed away on Dec. 30, 2015. Richard and Marian shared 63 years of marriage and raised three children. They resided in Reinholds and Ephrata, Pennsylvania, until 1966, when they felt the call of the Lord to move to Bradford County, to help with the work at the West Franklin Mennonite Church. Later, Richard was ordained and served as church pastor for over 30 years. After his retirement, he became a member of the North Street Community Church. Richard was employed by E.H. Gochnauer Plumbing in Wheelerville. He also was self-employed and owned and operated Martin’s Equipment and Supply Co. in West Franklin, offering plumbing and heating, used farm machinery, and lawn, garden and building supplies until retiring in 2012. Richard was also an active member of the Franklin Township Volunteer Fire Company. Surviving are three children, Donald (Debra) Martin of Mainsburg, Pennsylvania; Lois (James) Bowman of Lancaster, Wilmer (Lorraine) Martin of Monroeton; 14 grandchildren, Amber Martin, Heaven Martin, Donovan Martin, Emerson Kipp, Rhonda (Jeff) Hostetter, Melissa (Herb) Martin, Lorene (Kyle) Good, J. Curtis (Andrea) Bowman, Bethany (Craig) Martin, Daryl Bowman, Jason Martin, Kyle (Miriam) Martin, Katrina Martin and Justin (Julie) Martin;16 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Harry (Mary Jane) Martin of Shafferstown, Raymond (Esther) Martin of Farmersville, and James (Bonnie) Martin of Annville; and several nieces, nephews and cousins In addition to his wife, Marian, he was predeceased by two grandchildren, Ryan Dodge and Johanna Good; and a brother and two sisters-in-law, Roy (Grace) Martin and Dorothy Martin.
Calling hours are from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 19 at North Street Community Church at 177 North St. in Canton. Pastors Darren Peachy and Ben Hess will officiate the funeral service following visitation at 3 p.m. Burial will be in Beech Flats Cemetery at the family’s convenience. Pepper Funeral Home of 578 Springbrook Drive in Canton is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, consider a memorial in Mr. Martin’s name to North Street Community Church, P.O. Box 43, Canton, PA. –Towanda Daily Review 11/15/2017MATTISON - On the evening of Saturday May 1, 2010, former LeRoy resident Lila Mae (Mattison) Bellows died quietly at Bradford County Manor. She was 78 years of age. Born in Blossburg on Aug. 6, 1931, she was the only child of Marion and Leone (DAVIS) Mattison. On June 17, 1950, she married Lewis E. Bellows, a well-known LeRoy dairy farmer. Together they raised three sons and two daughters, and shared 34 years until his passing in 1984. Lila was a warm, friendly person who enjoyed caring for her home and family. Her cheerful smile and keen sense of humor endeared her to all who knew her. After retiring from the family farm Lila resided at Cedar Ridge Apartments in Canton. She was often seen around the grounds with her companion, her beloved Schnauzer, Hans. Over the years she had been active with the Women of the Moose in Canton, the VFW Auxilliary in Troy and the Open Hand Grange in LeRoy. She enjoyed traveling and watching pro football and golf. Lila was a woman of great faith, embracing Roman Catholicism, and uniting with St. Michael's Church in Canton. Her faith was an ever present source of strength and comfort during life's trials. Lila was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew her best. Lila is survived by her sons, Paul (Norma) Bellows of Canton, and Dale (Cindy) Bellows of Troy; daughter, Naomi Jean Austin (Edward Schultz) of Moscow, Pa.; grandchildren, John Lewis Bellows, Luther (Becky) Bellows, Corey (Bobbie) Bellows, Adelle (Jim) Williams, Amanda (Matt) Caldwell, Melinda (Chad) Bortle, Samantha Austin, Stacey Austin, Ethan Austin, Jacob Schultz and Emily Schultz; and eight great-grandchildren. Also surviving is an aunt, Ruth Marsh; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis; daughter, Jane Ellen Bellows and son Lewis "Jake" Bellows. In accordance with Lila's wishes, her viewing and service will be private, by invitation of the family. Viewing will be noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 5, Morse and Kleese Funeral Home, 94 N. Center St., Canton. Service will be at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in Beech Flats Cemetery. May 03, 2010, Towanda Daily Review
McDONALD Kenneth McDonald
74, of Canton, Pa., died on Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012 at home. Born one of 13 children on Oct. 1, 1937 in Brooklyn, N.Y., Ken was a son of the late Daniel and Helen (Gablonski) McDonald. Kenneth received his nursing degree in New Jersey and most recently was employed by the VA Hospital in Bath N.Y. as a Licensed Practical Nurse for several years until retirement. On May 5, 2006 he married the former Virginia (Stone) Avery in the Grover Church of Christ. Ken enjoyed playing cards and a favorite was "hand & foot." Besides his wife Virginia, Kenneth is survived by step-children Lou Ann Smith of Wheelerville, Ronald Swimley of Gillett; step-grandchildren Kristine Victory of Wyalusing and Shane Smith of Canton; four step-great-grandchildren; siblings Dorothy of Brooklyn, Joan of Fla., Walter of Long Island, Patricia of New Jersey; many nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 20, at the Pepper Funeral Home, 578 Springbrook Dr., in Canton. The funeral and committal service will follow at 2 p.m. with his pastor Will Strunk officiating. Burial will be in the Beech Flats Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials may be made to the Grover Church of Christ, P.O. Box 83, Grover, PA 17735 in Kenneth's memory. Towanda Daily Review – August 18, 2012
McGINNISS –MARGARET MCGINNISS KLEESE, 75, a lady who strode through life with dignity and grace, was called home by the Father on Nov. 27, 1996, after an illness of eight months, at the Williamsport Hospital. Born in Williamsport on September 26, 1921, Margaret was one of 11 children in the family of George L. and Mabel (Calvin) McGinniss. She came to know the Lord at an early age through the Church of Christ in Williamsport, formerly located at Packer and Bennett Streets. She was a graduate of South Williamsport High School, Class of 1939, and upon graduation found employment with the Bank of South Williamsport. Her business skills and her good head for figures soon caught the attention of management, and she was promoted to assistant head cashier. During World War II the bank’s president enlisted in the Navy and entrusted the operations of the bank to her. Her banking career ceased when she became the bride of a young Williamsport Funeral director named Ralph Kleese. They were married at the Church of Christ on August 18, 1945. In 1953 Margaret and Ralph moved to Canton and opened the Kleese Funeral Home on North Center Street, which was to be their residence for the next 24 years. Though she was city born and raised, she soon won the hearts of the town’s people and became a true Cantonian. Her husband credits her as being a major reason for the business’ success. Margaret had a knack for making friends and keeping them. She also demonstrated a natural gift for the funeral profession and worked side by side with Ralph or sometimes in his stead. Margaret and Ralph had three sons, one of whom died in childhood. But despite this sadness and her serious health problems that plagued her in later years. Margaret maintained her dignity, her grace and her unshakable faith in God. To paraphrase a favorite hymn, it was well with her soul. She was a member of the Church of Christ, Disciples, in Canton, and between this church and her former church she served 40 years as Sunday School Teacher for the Cradle Roll and Beginners’ classes. She was also a member of the Christian Women’s Fellowship and the Bethany Class; Canton Senior Citizens; Minnequa Grange No. 754; and the Lady Canton Rebekahs No. 362, where she was a past noble grand. Surviving are her husband, Ralph at home; son, Gary and wife, Judy, Athens; son, John R. “Richie” Kleese and wife Janice, Red Lion, Pa; brother Raymond C. McGinniss, Montoursville, Thomas W. McGinniss, South Williamsport, and James L. McGinniss, Williamsport; sisters, Mabel Ward, Sandford, FL, Helen Rohm, Muncy, Pa; Lila Carnevate, Chantilley, VA, and Ruth Stahl, Port Bolivar, TX; grandsons; Matthew Kleese, Erie, and Jason and Joshua Kleese, red Lion; Granddaughters, Angela Whipple, Sayre, and Tricia Kleese, Sayre; Jessica Kleese, Red Lion; great-granddaughter, Ashley Renne Whipple, Sayre; and numerous nieces, nephews, and good friends. Mrs. Kleese was predeceased by a son, Max Stuart Kleese, who died in 1957; a younger brother David McGinniss; a sister, Mildred Shaffer; and older brother George L. McGinniss, Jr. The Lady Canton Rebekahs No. 362 conducted a service on November 29 at the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home, Canton. All services were conducted at the Church of Christ, Disciples, Canton, with the Rev. David Morris, pastor officiating. Pallbearers included Charles Rockwell, Willis Gray, Dr. Ralph Palmer, John Matson, David McGinniss, Ronald McGinniss. Interment was in Beech Flats Cemetery. The family request that memorials be directed to the Church of Christ, the American Cancer Society or the Heart fund. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
MCILWAIN
–LEONORE BEST, 70, of Roaring Branch, Pennsylvania, Union Township, passed
away peacefully while surrounded by family on Monday morning, April 9, 2018,
at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Born July 15, 1947, in
Spencertown, Pennsylvania, Leonore Maxine was a daughter of the late Andrew
and Pauline (Patterson) McIlwain. She married Leroy “Paul” Best on Nov. 17,
1968 in Columbia Cross Roads. Leonore was employed by Canton Manufacturing
Co. in Canton for over 22 years until her health no longer permitted. She
possessed a strong faith in the Lord. Leonore will be lovingly remembered as
a hard worker who had a great sense of humor. She was known to give someone
else her last dollar and she had a special talent of joke telling, never
telling the same one twice. She also loved to dance, play cards, was a good
cook, and she and Paul took many trips to Atlantic City. Leonore was a
former member of Canton’s V.F.W Auxiliary, Morris Run’s American Legion Post
and Canton Women of the Moose. In addition to her husband, Paul, surviving
are her children, Tammy (Tim) Stettler of Canton and Jeremy Best (Missy
Ward) of Troy; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Janice Ward of Granville
Summit, Betty Morgan of Canton, Doris Wright of Hammonsport and Dale (Kathy)
Best of Canton; several nieces, nephews and cousins; also dear friends,
Diane and Bob Jones of Granville, Sara Burgess of Canton, LaVern Rutty of
Ithaca and Alisha Ragan of Canton. She was predeceased by brothers-in-law
and sisters-in-law, Bob and Marge Best, Lloyd Best, Marty Best, Jim Best,
Beatrice Best, Robert Ward, Glen Morgan and Bill Wright. Special family
friend, Mrs. Jen Jones, will officiate a memorial service to honor Leonore’s
life at 1 p.m. Friday, April 13, at Pepper Funeral Home and Cremation
Facility, 578 Springbrook Drive in Canton. Burial will be in Beech Flats
Cemetery at a later date. –Towanda Daily Reviw 4/11/2018
McILWAIN, Leonore Maxine - Leonore Best, 70, of Roaring Branch, PA
(Union Twp.) passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on Monday
morning, April 9, 2018 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Born July 15,
1947, in Spencertown, PA, Leonore Maxine was a daughter of the late Andrew
and Pauline (Patterson) McIlwain. She married Leroy “Paul” Best on November
17, 1968 in Columbia Cross Roads. Leonore was employed by Canton
Manufacturing Co. in Canton for over 22 years until her health no longer
permitted. She possessed a strong faith in the Lord. Leonore
will be lovingly remembered as a hard worker who had a great sense of humor.
She was known to give someone else her last dollar and she had a special
talent of joke telling; never telling the same one twice. She also
loved to dance, play cards, was a good cook and she and Paul took many trips
to Atlantic City. Leonore was a former member of Canton’s V.F.W
Auxiliary, Morris Run’s American Legion Post and Canton Women of the Moose.
In addition to her husband Paul, surviving are her children; Tammy (Tim)
Stettler of Canton and Jeremy Best (Missy Ward) of Troy, sisters-in-law and
brothers-in-law; Janice Ward of Granville Summit, Betty Morgan of Canton,
Doris Wright of Hammonsport and Dale (Kathy) Best of Canton, several nieces,
nephews and cousins. Also dear friends; Diane and Bob Jones of
Granville, Sara Burgess of Canton, LaVern Rutty of Ithaca and Alisha Ragan
of Canton. She was predeceased by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; Bob
and Marge Best, Lloyd Best, Marty Best, Jim Best, Beatrice Best, Robert
Ward, Glen Morgan and Bill Wright. Special family friend, Mrs. Jen Jones
will officiate a memorial service to honor Leonore’s life at 1 p.m. Friday,
April 13, at Pepper Funeral Home & Cremation Facility, 578 Springbrook Dr.
in Canton. Burial will be in Beech Flats Cemetery at a later date. –
Williamsport Sun-Gazette, 11 April 2018
McILWAIN -VERNA M. BAXTER, 69, OF 65-7 s. Center St., Canton, went home to be with her Lord, early Thursday, Jan. 4, 1996, at the Robert Packer Hospital, in Sayre, following a brief illness. Born June 3, 1926, in Grover, Pa., she was a daughter of the late Clarence E. and Myrtle Williams McIlwain. On Oct. 7, 1967, she married Roger W. Baxter in the East Troy United Methodist Church Parsonage. Mrs. Baxter was a devoted wife, a loving mother and grandmother, and a good friend to many. Surviving are her husband, Roger, at home; a son Gary L. Bryington of Arkport, N.Y.; two daughters, Patricia A. Bryington of Canton and Cathy Taliaferro of Delaware; two daughters and sons-in-law, Connie R. and Jack Shedden of Rome and JoAnn M. and Jim Wenner of Drums, Pa.; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister, Velma M. Hickok of Grover, Pa; several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her first husband, Joseph Bryington on Jan. 12, 1961. The funeral service will be held Saturday, Jan. 6, 1996, at 1 p.m. at the Calvary Alliance Chapel, Route 14, Canton. With Rev. John C. Hickok, Mrs. Baxter’s nephew, and pastor of the Port Crane Alliance Church, officiating. There are no calling hours. Interment will be held in the Beech Flats Cemetery, Canton Twp. The family suggests that memorials may be directed to the Calvary Alliance Chapel, c/o Pastor William Romig, RR 2, Box 21A, Canton, PA 17724, in Mrs. Baxter’s memory. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive, Canton. –Towanda Daily Review.
JOSEPH ALEXANDER
MCKEE was born in New York on March 12, 1852, died April 13, 1907. He
was of Scottish parentage. His father and mother having come from Ireland to
America in 1850. He was married to Miss Gertrude Fitzwater of Beech Flats in
October 1880. In 1904 his father, John McKee died and Joseph remained on the
old homestead near Grover. Shortly after his fathers death he was prostrated
by the same disease from which he died. His illness was a long and tedious
one and although full of suffering and at times acutest agony his fortitude
was beautiful to witness. He surrendered his hold upon this life with the
humility and resignation of a true follower of Christ and waited with
earnest longing to be delivered from the burden of this flesh. He broke much
of the hours of his sufferings by singing the good old hymns of the church
and strangely enough the hymn he quoted most and sang most frequently was
Cowpers Hymn beginning “God Moves in a Mysterious Way’. He united with the
Church of his parents the First Presbyterian church of Canton in April 1870
an exemplary member and esteemed by all who knew him. His funeral was held
in the church at Beech Flats on Tuesday afternoon April 16, attended by a
large gathering of friends and neighbors. The Rev. Geo. W. S. Wenrick, his
pastor conducted the services after which the burial took place in the Beech
Flats Cemetery. Messrs. Morton R. Foster, William T. Lawrence, Lawrence
Manley, Silas Wright, Eugene J. Landon and Lee W Riggs, Honorary Pall
Bearers. Messrs. Samuel Williams, Joel Manley, Charles Rodebaugh, Wallace
Williams, E. R. Hickock and William Hickok, Paul Bearers.
“Good by proud world I’m going Home
Thou art not my friend: I am not thine
Too long through weary crowds …
A river ark on the ocean brine:
Too long I’m tossed like the …
But now, proud world, I’m going home.
-Canton Independent Sentinel
ELOISE MCNETT - On the morning of Thursday, June
18, 2020, Eloise McNett of Canton, Pennsylvania, passed away from natural
causes at the Bradford Country Manor after a brief stay at Troy Hospital.
Eloise was 83 years of age. She was born on June 20, 1936
in Leolyn, Tioga County, PA. She was the daughter of Woods Garth McNett and
Marian (Ward) McNett. Eloise grew up in Leolyn and attended Roaring Branch
Elementary School and Canton High School. She
attended college at Williamsport Area Community College and received her
teaching degree from Mansfield State College.
Eloise was a well-known citizen of Canton after teaching elementary
education in the local school district for 33 years. Eloise
was preceded in death by a younger brother, Tommy McNett in 1938; an older
sister, Kathryn McNett in 1986; and an older half-brother, Samuel McNett in
1993. Eloise was a life-time member of Newelltown United Methodist Church.
Eloise
is survived by brother, James L. McNett of Houston, TX; nephews Dr. Dale L.
McNett (Mary) of Warren, PA, Jerry McNett (Fern) of Canton, Craig McNett
(Connie) of Canton and Christopher McNett of Austin, TX; niece, Sarah
Mangartz (Thomas) and their children, Hannah, Nicolas and Katherina of
Berlin, Germany. As per Eloise’s wishes, there will be no calling hours and
viewing. A private graveside service will be held at Beech Flats Cemetery at
the convenience of the immediate family. A memorial service for Eloise will
be held at a later date for friends and family. In respect of Eloise’s
dedication to education and reading, memorial contributions may be directed
to the Green Free Library, Canton. Eloise will be interred in Beech Flats
Cemetery. Morse and Kleese Funeral Home will be handling arrangements.
-Towanda Daily Review 6/21/2020
McNETT, Jack Ward - On the afternoon of Thursday, January 19th, 2017, Jack Ward McNett of Canton passed away quietly at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was 90 years of age. Born October 3rd, 1926 in Leolyn, Tioga Co. Pa., he was the eldest son of Woods Garth McNett and Marion (Ward) McNett. Jack grew up in Leolyn and attended the English Hill School, Roaring Branch School and Canton High School. In October of 1944, while a senior in high school, Jack was drafted into the Army. As an avid photographer, Jack took yearbook pictures for his class prior to starting basic training in Alabama. Jack was able to join his graduating class while on leave in May of 1945. After training his unit was sent to Okinawa via Hawaii. While in Okinawa the war concluded and he went on to Japan as part of the occupation forces, returning home as a Master Sergeant. The Army had trained him as a radar technician which led to a lifelong interest in radio and television electronics. Upon returning home from the Army in 1946 Jack worked at various odd jobs before starting a 41 year career at the former Swayze Folding Box Company. On January 19th, 1949 he married Eleanor Monroe of Granville Summit. The wedding took place at the Methodist parsonage in Ralston. Jack and Eleanor settled in Canton where they raised their three sons. While working at Swayze’s Jack found time to pursue his interest in photography, electronics, hunting and shooting. For many years Jack was well known for his expertise in radio and television repairs throughout the greater Canton area. Jack was a longtime member of Canton VFW Post 714 as well as the Newelltown United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the NRA. Jack volunteered as an ambulance driver in Canton for many years. In 2006 he was an honoree at the 24th Old Sportsmen’s Banquet. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Eleanor, at home, sister Eloise McNett of Canton, brother James L. McNett of Houston, TX., sons Dr. Dale (& Mary) McNett of Warren, Pa., Jerry (& Fern) McNett and Craig (& Connie) McNett, all of Canton, grandchildren Nathan McNett, Melissa Hagar, Jonathan McNett, Maria McNett, Michelle McNett, Douglas McNett, Taylor McNett and Andrea McNett, great-grandchildren Mia Jolie Christiansen, Liv Christiansen, Hunter Christiansen, Haley McNett, Lacey McNett, Ava McNett and William Hagar. Jack is also survived by two first cousins, Cdr. William T. McNett (USN retired) of Canton and Barbara Park of Towanda, a nephew Christopher McNett of Austin TX., and niece Sarah (& Thomas) Mangartz of Berlin, Germany. Jack was preceded in death by a younger brother, Tommy McNett in 1938, a younger sister, Kathryn McNett in 1986, an older half-brother, Samuel McNett in 1993 and great-grandson Noah George McNett in 2013. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 AM, Monday, January 23rd, at Morse & Kleese Funeral Home, 94 N. Center Street, Canton. Service will follow at 11AM with Pastor Ann Overmiller officiating. Interment will be in Beech Flats Cemetery where Canton VFW Post #714 will accord military honors. – Williamsport Sun Gazette, January 21, 2017
JACK WARD MCNETT
- On the afternoon of Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017, Jack Ward McNett of Canton
passed away quietly at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was
90 years of age. Born Oct. 3, 1926 in Leolyn, Tioga County, Pa., he was the
eldest son of Woods Garth McNett and Marion (Ward) McNett. Jack grew up in
Leolyn and attended the English Hill School, Roaring Branch School and
Canton High School. In October of 1944, while a senior in high school, Jack
was drafted into the Army. As an avid photographer, Jack took yearbook
pictures for his class prior to starting basic training in Alabama. Jack was
able to join his graduating class while on leave in May of 1945. After
training his unit was sent to Okinawa via Hawaii. While in Okinawa the war
concluded and he went on to Japan as part of the occupation forces,
returning home as a Master Sergeant. The Army had trained him as a radar
technician which led to a lifelong interest in radio and television
electronics. Upon returning home from the Army in 1946 Jack worked at
various odd jobs before starting a 41-year career at the former Swayze
Folding Box Company. On Jan. 19, 1949 he married Eleanor Monroe of Granville
Summit. The wedding took place at the Methodist parsonage in Ralston. Jack
and Eleanor settled in Canton where they raised their three sons. While
working at Swayze's Jack found time to pursue his interest in photography,
electronics, hunting and shooting. For many years Jack was well known for
his expertise in radio and television repairs throughout the greater Canton
area. Jack was a longtime member of Canton VFW Post No. 714 as well as the
Newelltown United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the NRA. Jack
volunteered as an ambulance driver in Canton for many years. In 2006 he was
an honoree at the 24th Old Sportsmen's Banquet.He is survived by his wife of
68 years, Eleanor, at home; sister, Eloise McNett of Canton; brother, James
L. McNett of Houston, Texas; sons, Dr. Dale (and Mary) McNett of Warren,
Pa., Jerry (and Fern) McNett and Craig (and Connie) McNett, all of Canton;
grandchildren, Nathan McNett, Melissa Hagar, Jonathan McNett, Maria McNett,
Michelle McNett, Douglas McNett, Taylor McNett and Andrea McNett;
great-grandchildren, Mia Jolie Christiansen, Liv Christiansen, Hunter
Christiansen, Haley McNett, Lacey McNett, Ava McNett and William Hagar. Jack
is also survived by two first cousins, Cdr. William T. McNett (USN retired)
of Canton and Barbara Park of Towanda; a nephew, Christopher McNett of
Austin Texas, and niece Sarah (and Thomas) Mangartz of Berlin, Germany. Jack
was preceded in death by a younger brother, Tommy McNett in 1938; a younger
sister, Kathryn McNett in 1986; an older half-brother, Samuel McNett in
1993; and great-grandson, Noah George McNett in 2013.Visitation will be from
9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 23, at Morse & Kleese Funeral Home, 94
N. Center St., Canton. Service will follow at 11 a.m. with Pastor Ann
Overmiller officiating. Interment will be in Beech Flats Cemetery where
Canton VFW Post No. 714 will accord military honors. –Towanda Daily Review
1/21/2017
McNETT Naomi R. Mosser
On the morning of Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012, well-known Canton resident Naomi R. (McNett) Mosser died while at her residence with her beloved family at her side. She was 78 years of age. Born April 10, 1934 on her family's farm in Leolyn, she was a daughter of Samuel A. and Julia M. (Tubman) McNett. As a child, she attended the McIlwain one-room school. She graduated from Canton High School with the Class of 1952, and the Robert Packer School of Nursing in 1955. On June 7 of the same year she married John (Jack) Mosser, and together for 21 years traveled the world with their children while John served in the U.S. Army. Their foreign duty assignments included France, Germany, Okinawa and Thailand. While in Thailand Naomi taught English at Tamasat University in Bangkok. Naomi was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed helping others throughout her career as a Registered Nurse. Upon returning to Canton she was employed at Troy Community Hospital, and in 1976 was hired as the office nurse for Dr. John Kirkowski, retiring 15 years later. Most of all, she enjoyed singing and teaching Sunday School, writing and directing many plays and productions, including the Cricket County Christmas series, at her lifelong home church, the Grover Church of Christ. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughter Rebecca (and Les) Guillaume; sons Steven (and Lisa) and John (and Angela); grandchildren Jill (and William) Bailey, Daniel Doty and Natalie and Nicole Siedhof; great-grandchildren Malachi Washington and Madison Graham; brother William T. (and Alice) McNett, all of Canton; and sister Mary Moore of Juneau, Alaska; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends and family will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 4, at Morse and Kleese Funeral Home, 94 N. Center St., Canton. Visitation will resume at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 5, at the Grover Church of Christ. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. with Pastor Will Strunk officiating. Interment will follow in Beech Flats Cemetery. The family will provide the flowers, and suggests that memorial contributions will be directed to the Grover Church of Christ, 12 Main St., Grover, or the Canton Foundation. Towanda Daily Review – December 2, 2012
WILLIAM T. MCNETT, a retired Commander in the
U.S. Navy and former Bradford County Commissioner who remained influential
in Pennsylvania politics through his work with the County Commissioners
Association of Pennsylvania, died suddenly on Aug. 28, 2019. He was 89. A
father of six, grandfather of 10 and great-grandfather of four, Mr. McNett
was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Alice (nee Pittman) in March 2014.
Mr. McNett graduated from Mansfield University (formerly Mansfield State
Teacher’s College) in 1952 and joined the Navy immediately after graduation.
During his 26 years of active duty, he served as a navigator on the aircraft
carrier U.S.S. Yorktown and operations officer in Danang, Vietnam, during
the height of the Vietnam War. As a pilot, Mr. McNett flew seaplanes and
multi-turbo prop planes. In the mid-1970s, when Mr. McNett was stationed at
the Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sicily, as the Executive Officer, his wife
and three youngest children joined him, and the family traveled throughout
Europe. Through his naval career, he held duty stations in Texas, Virginia,
California, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Vietnam, Hawaii, New Jersey, and Italy
After retiring from the Navy, Mr. McNett returned to Pennsylvania and made a
home in Canton, Pennsylvania, where he kept busy with a multitude of
part-time jobs, hobbies, church and volunteer work. He was a substitute
teacher at Troy High School and Canton High School. When his wife opened a
fabric store, Mr. McNett repaired sewing machines for her customers. In
1987, Mr. McNett was elected to a four-year term as a Bradford County
Commissioner, and was reelected in 1991. In 1994, he received the
Outstanding Commissioner Award from the County Commissioners Association of
Pennsylvania. He remained active in the association for many years and
worked to establish a program for counties to obtain affordable insurance. A
leader in his church and the community, Mr. McNett also served for many
years as an elder and Sunday School teacher at Grover Church of Christ, and
as an interim pastor at Canton Church of Christ. He was a volunteer for
Western Alliance Ambulance Association. William Tubman McNett was born on
March 2, 1930, in a farmhouse in Leolyn, Pennsylvania, to Samuel McNett and
Julia Tubman McNett. The Pennsylvania McNetts traced their roots to the
colonial era as descendants of John and Andrew McNitt, who both fought in
the American Revolutionary War. (It’s unknown when or why the spelling of
the surname was changed.) A lifelong traveler, Mr. McNett visited dozens of
countries in Europe, the Middle East and Asia during his time in the Navy.
He continued to travel throughout the United States. His most recent
journey, along with several of his children and grandchildren, was a trip to
Italy in 2019 that included stops in Rome and a return to Sicily. A gifted
public speaker, an avid deer hunter and an amateur historian, Mr. McNett is
remembered by friends and family for his knowledge of Pennsylvania and
Bradford County history, his penchant for reciting epic poems, and his
passion for singing in choruses and barbershop quartets. Mr. McNett was
predeceased by his sisters, Mary Sundberg Moore and Naomi Mosser. He is
survived by four sons and two daughters, Lawrence McNett, Geoffrey McNett
(Sandy Most), William McNett (Christopher Mallios), Joel McNett (Lauren
(Cosgrove) McNett), Julie McNett Wattwood (Robert Wattwood), and Susan
McNett. Calling hours will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30 at Morse and
Kleese Funeral Home, 94 N. Center Street, Canton. A celebration of Mr.
McNett’s life will take place 11 a.m. Saturday at the Grover Church of
Christ with Pastor Will Strunk officiating. There will be a time of
visitation at the church one hour before services. Interment will be in
Beech Flats Cemetery -Towanda Daily Review 8/30/2019
CHARLES E. MERRICK
Charles E. Merrick, 78, of Troy died February 4, 1990 at Arnot Ogden
Hospital in Elmira. He was born February 26, 1911 in Maston, PA, son of the
late Hiram and Vernie Wilcox Merrick. He was a member of the Harmony Masonic
Lodge No. 8, F and AM in New Jersey for 37 years and was a member of the Loyal
Order of the Moose Lodge No. 429 in Canton for 41 years. Mr. Merrick is
survived by his wife of 18 years, Constance P. Merrick; daughters and
sons-in-law, Doris Marie and Karl Schnauber of Weedsport, NY and Alice and
Henry Kretchman of NC; sisters, Mrs. Marian Williams of Mainesburg and Mrs.
Edith Hatherill of Middlebury Center, Mrs. Ruth Ross of Elkland, PA; brother,
Lester Merrick of Troy; brothers and sisters-in-law, Harold and Marcelle
Merrick of Canton; Carlyle and Norma Merrick of Wysox; stepsons and
daughters-in-law, Leon and Norma Montgomery of Mashpee, MA and Kenneth and
Joann Montgomery of Bridgewater, NJ; eight grandchildren; five
stepgrandchildren and four great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Funeral
services were held February 8 (2 pm) at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy with
the Rev. Jasper Smith officiating and burial to be in Beech Flats Cemetery in
Canton Township. The Trojan Masonic Lodge No. 306 Fand AM held a memorial
service at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to the Troy Ambulance
Association, PO Box 13, Troy, PA 16947 in Mr. Merrick's memory. (TGR,
Thursday, February 8, 1990)
CHARLES E. MERRICK, 78, of 165 Chestnut St., troy, Pa., died Sunday, Feb. 4, 1990 at Arnot-Ogden Hospital, Elmira. He was born Feb. 26, 1911 in Maston, Pa., son of the late Hiram and Vernie Wilcox Merrick. He was a member of the Harmony Masonic Lodge No. 8, F and AM, in New Jersey for 37 years and was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge No. 429 in Canton for 41 years. Mr. Merrick is survived by his wife of 18 years, Constance P. Merrick; daughters and sons-in-law, Doris Marie and Karl Schnauber of Weedsport, N.Y. and Alice and Henry Kretchman of North Carolina; sisters, Mrs. Marian Williams of Mainesburg and Mrs. Edith Hatherill of Middlebury Center, Pa.; Mrs. Ruth Ross of Elkland, Pa; brother, Lester Merrick of Troy; brothers and sisters-in-law, Harold and Marcelle Merrick of Canton, Carlyle and Norma Merrick of Wysox; stepsons and daughters-in-law, Leon and Norma Montgomery of Mashpee, Mass.; Kenneth R. and Joann Montgomery of Bridgewater, N.J.; eight grandchildren; five step-grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews also survive. Mr. Merrick was preceded in death by a son, Dean Merrick in 1933; brothers, Luther Merrick in 1972 and Leon Merrick in 1980; sisters, Ellen Heater in 1944 and Minnie Hurlburt in 1973. Friends may call at the Vickery Funeral Home on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Jasper Smith officiating. Burial was in Beech Flats Cemetery, Canton Township. The Trojan Masonic Lodge No. 306 F and AM will hold a memorial service for Charles Merrick at the funeral home on Wednesday at 8 p.m. Memorials may be directed to the Troy Ambulance Association in Mr. Merck’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review.
MERRICK Edith Merrick Hatherill
97, died peacefully Friday, Oct. 14, 2011, at her home. Edith worked at the A&P Bakery in Syracuse, N.Y., for 10 years, before she owned and operated Hatherill's Restaurant in Middlebury Center, for 22 years. She loved cooking for her family, gardening and quilting with the "Chatham Area Quilters." She was a strong, hard-working, good woman, who took care of not only her family, but anyone in need. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Edith was predeceased by her husband, Lewis, in 1965; her daughters, Peggy Guadagno in 1993, Beverly Rubado in 2008; and grandsons, Patrick Smyth and Donnie Rubado in 1957. She is survived by her son, Richard (Beverly); her daughter, Janet (Patrick) Smyth; son-in-law, Jerry (Linda) Guadagno; 16 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and 22 great-great-grandchildren. A private family service will be held Monday at Hollis Funeral Home 1105 W. Genesee Street, Syracuse, N.Y. Graveside Services: Beech Flats Cemetery in Canton, Tuesday, Oct. 18, at 1 p.m. Contributions may be made to: Hospice of CNY, 990 Seventh North St., Liverpool, N.Y. 13088. Wellsboro Gazette – October 16, 2011
MERRICK,
George Crofut - On the evening of Thursday, June 1, 2017, the Lord called
home George Crofut Merrick while he was at the Troy Community Hospital. He
was 75 years of age. Born May 11, 1942, in Williamsport, he was the son of
the late Luther and the late Ruth (Crofut) Merrick. Throughout most of his
adult life George was a farm worker, but in his free time he created
beautiful rag rugs, many of which were given as gifts to family and friends.
He was a big hearted man whose friendly smile and demeanor could light up
the room. George is survived by his numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Viewing will be Monday June 5, from 1 until 2 p.m., at Morse and Kleese
Funeral Home, 94 N. Center St., Canton. A celebration of his life will be
held at 2 p.m. Interment will follow in
Beech Flats Cemetery. -
Mansfield Gazette, 8 June 2017
MERRICK, Luther J., age 71, of Canton, Pa. RD, Wednesday, June 7, 1972 at the Troy Community Hospital. Friends may call at the Morse Funeral Home, Canton, Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Friday at 2 p.m., the Rev. Raymond Valimont. Burial Beech Flats Cemetery. Survived by daughters, Mrs. Harry (Blanche) Jackson of Dillwyn, Va., Mrs. James (Leah) Hardin of Wellsboro, Pa., Mrs. Carroll (Verna) Maynard of Gouverneur, N.Y., Mrs. Edward (Edith) Wood of Spring Valley, N.Y., Mrs. Elmer (Minnie) Snell of Duboistown, Pa.; sons, Lewellyn Merrick of Canton, Pa., George Merrick of WilkesBarre, Pa.; sisters, Mrs. Harry Hurlburt of Troy, Pa., RD, Mrs. Ruth Ross of Campbell, N.Y., Mrs. Marian Williams of Canton, Pa., Mrs. Edith Hatherill of Wellsboro, Pa.; brothers, Charles Merrick of Ranchville, N.J., Lester Merrick of Sparta, N.J., Leon Merrick of Canastota, N.Y., Harold Merrick of Canton, Pa., Carlisle Merrick of Ulster, Pa.; 28 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was a member of the Canton Conservative Baptist Church; owned and operated a shoe repair store in Canton for 18 years.
MERRICK –MARIAN A. WILLIAMS. In the early morning hours of January 17, 2000, Marian Alice (Merrick) Williams, 92, died quietly at Broad Acres Nursing Home, just outside of Wellsboro, where she had resided for the past few years. Born June 5, 1907, in the village of Cold Springs, Pa, she was the daughter of Hiram and Vernie (Wilcox) Merrick. She was the proverbial coal miner’s daughter, growing up in a company “patch” town with few creature comforts and an ever present fear that one day Daddy might not return from the mine shaft. She attended the school house at Laquin, graduating at the end of the eighth grade. One day she met a young lad named Boyd Williams and they were united in marriage June 5, 1926, on her 19th birthday. Together they raised two sons and a daughter. Boyd worked as a farm hand, a coal mine mule driver, and a freight wagon teamster while she kept the hearth glowing and reared for the children. Eventually their hard work and thrift paid off and the family was able to afford a home of their own in Canton Borough. Both Marian and Boyd found employment with the Swayze Folding Box Company, where she would remain employed for nearly three decades, retiring in 1969. However, her time with her beloved Boyd was cut short by his passing in 1954. She was quite skilled with yarn and a pair of knitting needles. Her scarves, mittens, afghans, and quilts are treasured by all who received them as gifts. She also enjoyed refinishing and restoring antique furniture and steamer trunks. Most of her life was devoted to her family and she was very much at ease with role as wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. When her time to leave this world arrived her loving family was by her side. Surviving are her daughter, Pauline Valimont, Mansfield; son, Joseph E. (Carol) Williams, Canton, 14 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband Boyd, she was predeceased by her son Robert. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m., January 20 at the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home, Canton, with the Rev. Jasper Smith, officiating. Interment will follow in Beech Flats Cemetery. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
HENRY FREDERICK METZGER, 89, of Millport, PA, formerly of Canton RD 1, died Feb. 8, 1987, at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Altoona. Mr. Metzger was born April 22, 1897, in Morris Run, a son of William and Velnette Mason Metzger. He was a retired farmer, a Navy Veteran of World War I and a member of the North Union Church of Christ in Union Township, Tioga County. Surviving are three sons, Walter, Canton RD 1, Glenn, West Burlington and Dale, Canton RD 1; five grandchildren, Mrs. Priscilla Porter, Nashville, TN, W. Albert Metzger, Canton RD 1, Frederick Metzger, Rising Sun, MD, Loren Metzger, Canton RD 2 and Aaron Metzger, Windsor, CT; 11 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson. He was predeceased by his wife Favorite Kelly Metzger, on April 22, 1938. Funeral services were held Wednesday from the Morse-Kleese Funeral Home, Canton, with the Rev. Jasper Smith, retired Methodist minister, officiating. Interment was in Beech Flats Cemetery. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
METZGER –MRS. PRISCILLA M. PORTER, 49, of 704 Watson Court, Mt. Juliet, Tenn., died Sunday, March 27, 1993 at home. Mrs. Porter was born Aug. 2, 1943 in Canton, the daughter of Walter and Shirley Castle Metzger. She was a 1961 graduate of Canton High School. Priscilla was a member of the Hillcrest United Methodist Church in Nashville and was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Gene. They celebrated 31 years of marriage Dec. 23, 1992. Also surviving are her parents, Walter and Shirley Metzger of Canton RR 1; three sons and daughters-in-law, Keith and Paula Porter of Carthage, Tenn., and Michael and Amy Porter and Chris and Jean Porter, all of Nashville; seven grandchildren, Jonathan, Kristy, Andrea Leigh, Heather, Justin, Katelyn and C.J.; two brothers, Albert and Lucy Metzger of Canton RR 1 and Fred and Charlene Metzger of Rising Sun, Md.; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Wilburn (Jiggs) and Norma Porter of Canton; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitations will be held at the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home, Canton on Tuesday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted at the funeral home Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. with the Rev. Jeffrey Patton, pastor of the East Canton United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Beech Flats Cemetery, Canton Township. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Cancer Society in Priscilla Porter’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review.
METZGER - Walter Metzger, 84, life-long resident of Beech Flats, Pa. (Canton Township), died on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, at the Crouse Irving Hospital in Syracuse, N.Y. Walter was born on Aug. 26, 1924, at the Kelly family farm in Beech Flats and was the oldest of three sons born in the family of the late Henry Fred and Favorite Luella (Kelly) Metzger. He was the grandson of Martin and Jenny (Fitzwater) Kelly. His grandma Kelly raised Walter, 13, and his brothers due to his mother's fatal automobile accident. On Sept. 12, 1942, he married the former Shirley Castle in the East Canton United Methodist Church. Walter and Shirley shared more than 61 years together until her passing on Nov. 30, 2003. Walter now joins his beloved Shirley in Heaven. He was very active in the East Canton United Methodist Church and Beech Flats Grange. He was a former director and secretary/treasurer of the Beech Flats Cemetery Association. Walter was honored with an award in agriculture from the Bradford County Conservation District in 1966. For two years, he was a member of the Canton Area School Board and drove a bus for the Bradford County Day Care for two years. Walter was proud to be a dairy farmer all his life. He enjoyed studying new agricultural practices to improve his herd of Jersey Cattle. He also worked hard to make the Kelly family farm, where he grew up, into a modern dairy and affectionately named it Gravel Knoll Farm. Due to health reasons in 1971, Walter retired from farming and worked as a sales representative for Towanda Motors until retiring in 1977. He then enjoyed woodworking in his basement. Walter loved visiting and socializing with his friends and neighbors. After Shirley's passing, he attended the Canton Senior Center daily and enjoyed the companionship. In earlier years, Walter enjoyed hunting and fishing. Surviving are: two sons, Albert (Lucy) Metzger of Canton and Fred (Charlene) Metzger of Rising Sun, Md.; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a brother, Dale (Phyllis) Metzger of Canton; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and neighbors. In addition to his wife Shirley, he was predeceased by his daughter, Priscilla Metzger Porter, and a brother, Glenn Metzger. The family invites friends to call from 7-9 p.m. Thursday at Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive, in Canton, and from 10–11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7, at the East Canton United Methodist Church. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. with Rev. Laura King officiating. Burial will be in Beech Flats Cemetery. The family will provide flowers and suggest those who wish consider a memorial in Walter's name to either the Canton Senior Center at 6 E. Tioga St., or to the East Canton United Methodist Church, RR 1 Box 1396 both in Canton, PA 17724. Published in the Daily Review on 8/4/2009
MILLER Carol R. Hickok
65, of Canton, Pa., died
unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010. Carol Ruth Miller was
born on June 30, 1945 in Lock Haven, Pa., the oldest daughter of 10 children in
the family of Freda L. (Hovan) Miller of Beech Creek, Pa., and the late Donald
L. Miller. Carol was a member of the 1963 graduating class of Bald Eagle
Nittany High School. On May 9, 1964, she married Roger C. Hickok in Grover's
St. John's United Methodist Church. In addition to caring for family and home,
Carol was instrumental in assisting with the daily operations of their veal
business, Auburn Hills Farm near Grover. She was an active member of St. John's
United Methodist Church, where she served as a Sunday school teacher and
treasurer for many years. Carol's life was guided by her incredible faith in
God, which was evident to all who knew and loved her. She gave unconditional
love and devotion to her family and friends. Carol loved the outdoors,
especially hunting, camping, walking, bird watching and tending to her flowers.
She also enjoyed reading, working on family photo albums\scrapbooks and
spending winters in Crystal River, Fla., with her husband and step-son. In
addition to her mother, surviving are her husband, Roger; her children, Sherry (John)
Emiliani, William "Bill" Hickok and Vicky Gardner, all of Canton; a
step-son, Charles Hickok of Canton; five grandchildren, Shawna (Kyle) Johnson,
Nicole Castle, Jessica Gardner, Emma Emiliani and Ethan Emiliani; two
stepgrandchildren, Brock Gardner and Melissa Gardner; two great-grandchildren,
Madison Draper and Bailey Gardner; nine siblings, Bruce (Donna) Miller, John
(Sandy) Miller, Stephen (Pat) Miller, Daniel Miller, Patricia (Dave) Peters,
Linda (Gary) Packer, Cathy Kline, Sally (Rod) Kline, and Susan (Bruce)
Killinger, all of Beech Creek. The family invites friends to call from 6 – 8
p.m. Sunday, Sept. 19 at Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive, in Canton and
also from 10 – 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 20, at St. John's United Methodist Church
in Grover. The funeral service will follow at the church with Mr. David Baxter
and Rev. Jerry Schmidt officiating. Burial will follow in Beech Flats Cemetery,
Canton Township. Those who wish may consider memorials in Carol's name to:
Inner Circle Ministries c/o Chemung Canal Bank, 5 W. Main St. Canton, PA 17724.
- Towanda Daily Review, September 18, 2010
LEXI RAE MILLER was called to Heaven to be with the angels on Sunday, November 1, 2009. She leaves a loving family: parents; Raymond and Sherry (Trick) Miller of Canton, two special brothers, Kody Ray Miller of El Campo, TX and Chase Walmsley of Canton, maternal grandparents; LouAnn and Roy Vargson of Troy, paternal grandmother, Gisela Streeter of Canton, maternal great-grandmother, Dorothy Allen of Canton, aunts and uncles; Shawn and Shelley Trick of Windfall, Nancy and Bill Frazier of Williamsport, Diana and Bob Krofcheck of Gaithersburg, MD, David and Melanie Miller of Canton and Christina Brown (Rich Botts) of North Carolina. Also several great-aunts, great-uncles and cousins. Baby Lexi was predeceased by grandfathers, Grant Trick and Stuart Streeter, David L. Miller and several great aunts and great uncles. A time of visitation will be held on Thursday, November 5 from 5 – 7 p.m. at Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive in Canton. The funeral service will follow at 7:00 with Rev. Duane Taylor officiating. A private burial will be held in the Beech Flats Cemetery in Canton Township. –Canton Independent-Sentinel/Troy Gazette-Register 11/5/2009
MILLER –OLLIE M. GREENE, 91, formerly of Franklindale, Pa. died peacefully on Wednesday afternoon, June 7, 2006 at the Bradford County Manor. Ollie Miller Greene was born on October 19, 1914 in Boone N.C. (Watauga County). She was a daughter of the late Willie and Nellie (Norris) Miller. Ollie married Ralph H. Greene in Mountain City, Tenn. on October 14, 1936. They were blessed with 67 years together and raised three daughters. She now joins her beloved Ralph, who died on March 14, 2004. In 1939 the Greene family moved to the Canton area. Ralph and Ollie were dairy farmers for many years and owned several farms in Bradford County. Ollie was a devoted wife and mother. Her family’s well-being was most important in her life. She was an excellent homemaker and enjoyed sewing, garden work and canning. Ollie was well known for raising chickens and selling eggs. She also worked outside the home for several years as a nurses’ aide at the former Crowe Nursing Home in Canton. Her faith in the Lord guided her life and she was a member of several churches in the area. Surviving are her children; Carolyn (Donald) Bixby of East Smithfield, Anna Lee (Leonard) Jordan of Sayre, Jane (Francis) McDonald of Towanda; a sister; Ruby Bodenheimer of Boone, N.C., 7 grandchildren; Ronald Kelley of Colorado, Michael (Eileen) Jordan of Georgia, Jackie Jordan of New York, Jeff (Carla) Jordan of Florida, Kirk (Kim) Eddy of Wysox, Dennis (Kim) Eddy of Arkansas and Denise Passeri of Elmira, a brother-in-law; John (Flavia) Greene and two sisters-in-law; Blanch Shoemaker and Edith Miller, all of Boone, N.C. as well as numerous great-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and neighbors. In addition to her husband, Ralph, Mrs. Greene was predeceased by a granddaughter, Rhonda Gene Kelley in 1981, a brother, Clint and four sisters, Ruth, Lula, Blanch and Lois. The family invites friends to call 1 – 3 p.m. Saturday, June 10 at Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive, Canton. The funeral service will follow with Rev. Jasper Smith officiating. Burial will be in Beech Flats Cemetery. Her family will provide flowers and suggests your consideration of a memorial in Ollie’s name to Bradford County Manor’s Activity Fund, RR 3 Box 322 Troy, Pa. –Towanda Daily Review
TYLER MOLYNEUX,
23, of Canton, PA passed away very unexpectedly on November 9, 2015. Tyler
Calvin Molyneux was born on March 24, 1992 in Towanda. He was the son of
Calvin and Marlene (Walborn) Molyneux of Canton and a 2011 graduate of
Canton High School. Most recently he was employed by Barefoot Flooring and
Oakhill Veneer in Troy. He possessed a beautiful loving spirit and huge
heart; there to offer help to anyone in need. He loved just hanging out with
family and friends. Always on the go, Tyler would be busy working on cars,
going mudding with friends, watching his favorite football team, the
Pittsburgh Steelers or enjoying surf and sunsets at Ocean City, MD.
In addition to his parents, Tyler leaves his infant son, Lucas Calvin
Molyneux; a sister and brother, Kaitlyn and Kyle at home; maternal
grandparents, Carson and Kathy Kauffman of Washington Boro, PA; paternal
grandparents, Gloria Molyneux of Canton and Lyle Molyneux of Bentley Creek;
five aunts and uncles, Terry Lewis of Washington Boro, Cheryl (Dale)
Saunders of Alba, Mike (Amy) Walborn of Millersville, PA, Duane Molyneux and
Dave Molyneux both of Canton; a special best friend, James Meuse III of
Canton, 7 cousins, Brian, Mikayla, MacKenzie, Aidan, Abigail, Lyla and
Lillan, many close friends and a very special young man who is like his own
child, Tyler Harold (Molyneux) Cole. He was predeceased by his maternal
grandfather, Wayne Walborn and paternal great grandmother, Annabelle
Fitzwater. Friends may call 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday Nov. 14th, at the
Pepper Funeral Home, 578 Springbrook Dr. Canton. The funeral service to
honor Tyler's life will be held at noon with Pastor Will Strunk officiating.
Burial will follow in the Beech Flats Cemetery. –Towanda Daily Review
11/12/2015
JOHN A. MOODY, 71, OF Canton RD 1, died Tuesday, August 11, 1981 at 6:45 p.m. at his home after a lingering illness. Mr. Moody was born in Ithaca, N.Y., on September 14, 1909, a son of G. Harold Moody and Millie May Krum Moody. He was a retired farmer and also worked as a clerk in various business establishments in the Canton area. He was a veteran of World War II and served in the Navy. He was a member of the Canton Ecumenical Parish and served on the official church board. He held memberships in the Bradford County Historical Society, Beech Flats Grange, Canton VFW No. 714, and the Canton Rod and Gun Club. He is survived by two sons, David G. Moody of Meadville, Pa., and John A. Moody, of Canton RD 3; three daughters, Mrs. Allen (Joan) Jenkins of Mansfield RD 1, Mrs. Kenneth (Ruth) Long of Centre Hall RD 2 and Mrs. Daryl (Rita) Woellmer of Troy; six grandsons and two granddaughters; one brother, the Rev. Donald L. Moody of Tully, N.Y.; nieces, nephews and cousins. His late wife, Edna L. Moody, died on November 9, 1967. Funeral services will be held at the Canton Ecumenical Parish on Friday Aug. 14, 1981, at 11 a.m. Officiating will be his pastor, the Rev. Clarke J. Redmond. Burial will be in Beech Flats Cemetery. Friends may call at the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home, Canton on Thursday evening from 7 to 9. The family will provide the flowers. Contributions in memory of the late John A. Moody may be made to the American Cancer Society. –Towanda Daily Review.
MORGAN, Glen D. - Glen D. Morgan, 90, of Canton, PA passed
away peacefully, Saturday June 24, 2017 at the Bradford County Manor. Glen
Doyle Morgan was born on December 14, 1926 at his family’s home near Shunk,
PA. He was one of 15 children born in the family of the late William and
Belle (Brown) Morgan. As a young man, he worked on the family’s farm
and was baptized at the former Maple Summit Church in Shunk. Glen
later graduated from the Estella High School in 1944. Shortly following
graduation, He enlisted with the U.S. Army and proudly served our country
during WWII. On April 18, 1950 Glen married the former Elizabeth Best in
Bell Air, MD, together they celebrated 67 years and raised a daughter,
Beverly. Glen and Betty settled in Canton to make their home. He was one of
the first people to be hired at the former Schrader-Bellow’s Valvair in
Canton and had worked there over 40 years before retiring in 1990. Glen will
also be fondly remembered for his and Otto Morgan’s Hotdog Wagon, working
together on the streets of Canton and the Dunn Hill Raceway. Glen loved to
take long walks and he was a problem solver who enjoyed figuring things out.
He enjoyed tinkering on just about anything especially old cars. Favorite
times were going to the Chatter Box for the morning coffee group and every
Thursday having lunch with his friend and nephew, Dr. Ralph Rathbun. Glen
was a member of the Canton V.F.W. Post 714 and I.M.A. Local 1190. Glen is
survived by his beloved wife, Betty, a daughter, Beverly (and Fred) Seeley
of Canton, grandchildren, Brett (and Karin) Seeley of Bloomsburg, Todd
(Kristin) Seeley of Canton, Trevor (Tiffany) Seeley of Carlisle, great-
grandchildren, Katrina, Annika, Lauren, Sarah, Michael, Marshall, Mason,
Josephine, Siblings, Dale (and Dorothy) Morgan of AL, John (and Beverly)
Morgan of Ulster, Josephine Lewis of Hillsgrove, sisters-in-law and
brothers-in-law, Doris (and Bill) Wright , Janice Ward, Paul (and Lenora)
Best, Dale (and Kathy) Best, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and dear
friends who often visited Glen at the Manor, Hess Wilcox and Edye
Waldemeyer. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings
and their spouses, Doris (and Dean) Rathbun, Norma (and Richard) Lodge,
Frank (and Thelma) Morgan, Lyle (and Florence) Morgan, Dorothy Kipp,
Madeline (and Charles) Kilmer, Esther (and Gail) Clisso, Melvin (and Joyce)
Morgan, Martin (and Lola) Morgan, Vance and Stanley Morgan, sisters-in-law
and brothers-in-law, Robert (and Marge) Best, Lloyd, James, Marty and
Beatrice Best, Robert Ward and Dwight Lewis. Calling hours are 11 a.m. – 1
p.m. Tuesday, June 27, at Pepper Funeral Home, 578 Springbrook Dr., Canton.
Pastor Charlotte Morse will officiate the funeral service following
visitation with military honors accorded. Burial will be held in
Beech Flats Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Glen
Morgan’s name may be directed to the One East Activity Fund C/O Bradford
County Manor, 15900 Rt. 6, Troy, PA 16947. – Williamsport Sun Gazette, 26
June 2017
GLEN D. MORGAN, 90, of Canton, Pa. passed away peacefully, Saturday, June 24, 2017, at the Bradford County Manor. Glen Doyle Morgan was born on Dec. 14, 1926 at his family's home near Shunk, Pa. He was one of 15 children born in the family of the late William and Belle (Brown) Morgan. As a young man, he worked on the family's farm and was baptized at the former Maple Summit Church in Shunk. Glen later graduated from the Estella High School in 1944. Shortly following graduation, He enlisted with the U.S. Army and proudly served our country during WWII. On April 18, 1950 Glen married the former Elizabeth Best in Bell Air, Md., together they celebrated 67 years and raised a daughter, Beverly. Glen and Betty settled in Canton to make their home. He was one of the first people to be hired at the former Schrader-Bellow's Valvair in Canton and had worked there over 40 years before retiring in 1990. Glen will also be fondly remembered for his and Otto Morgan's Hotdog Wagon, working together on the streets of Canton and the Dunn Hill Raceway. Glen loved to take long walks and he was a problem solver who enjoyed figuring things out. He enjoyed tinkering on just about anything especially old cars. Favorite times were going to the Chatter Box for the morning coffee group and every Thursday having lunch with his friend and nephew, Dr. Ralph Rathbun. Glen was a member of the Canton V.F.W. Post 714 and I.M.A. Local 1190. Glen is survived by his beloved wife, Betty; a daughter, Beverly (and Fred) Seeley of Canton; grandchildren, Brett (and Karin) Seeley of Bloomsburg, Todd (Kristin) Seeley of Canton, Trevor (Tiffany) Seeley of Carlisle; great- grandchildren, Katrina, Annika, Lauren, Sarah, Michael, Marshall, Mason, Josephine, Siblings, Dale (and Dorothy) Morgan of Ala., John (and Beverly) Morgan of Ulster, Josephine Lewis of Hillsgrove, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Doris (and Bill) Wright , Janice Ward, Paul (and Lenora) Best, Dale (and Kathy) Best; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends who often visited Glen at the Manor, Hess Wilcox and Edye Waldemeyer. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings and their spouses, Doris (and Dean) Rathbun, Norma (and Richard) Lodge, Frank (and Thelma) Morgan, Lyle (and Florence) Morgan, Dorothy Kipp, Madeline (and Charles) Kilmer, Esther (and Gail) Clisso, Melvin (and Joyce) Morgan, Martin (and Lola) Morgan, Vance and Stanley Morgan; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Robert (and Marge) Best, Lloyd, James, Marty and Beatrice Best, Robert Ward and Dwight Lewis. Calling hours are 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 27, at Pepper Funeral Home, 578 Springbrook Dr., Canton. Pastor Charlotte Morse will officiate the funeral service following visitation with military honors accorded. Burial will be held in Beech Flats Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Glen Morgan's name may be directed to the One East Activity Fund, c/o Bradford County Manor, 15900 Rt. 6, Troy, PA. –Towanda Daily Review 6/26/2017
MORSE,
Wilbur J. - Wilbur J. Morse, 90, life-long resident of Canton, PA passed
away while surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday morning, April 4, 2018 at
Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Born June 29, 1927 at the family home in
Canton Township, Wilbur was a twin child of the late Willard Judson and Lena
(Williams) Morse. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the U.S. Army. On May
14, 1948 he married the former Marjorie “Marge” Rolison at her family’s home
in Troy. They were blessed with four children and shared nearly 70 years
together. Wilbur enjoyed his work as a heavy equipment operator and crew
foreman. He was employed by Lloyd Herman Construction, PennDOT, Jones &
Brague Mining and retired from Canton Township. Wilbur was a member of
Canton’s Moose Lodge No. 429, American Legion Post 303, V.F.W. Post 714 and
the Wheel Inn in Roaring Branch. For nearly six years, Wilbur had been a
resident of the Bradford County Manor. In addition to his wife Marjorie,
surviving are their children; Judy (John) Banks of Henderson, NV, Linda
Avery of Goose Creek, SC, Vickie Byko of Clemson, SC and Jim Morse of
Canton, five grandchildren; Marla (Teddy) Harvey of Ridgeville, SC, Beth
(Nick) Crofut of Grand Ledge, MI, John (Asha) Bagley of Fort Collins, CO,
Amanda (Daniel) Spencer of Seneca, SC and Jami Morse of Goose Creek, SC,
also six great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his twin sister;
Winifred Morse, a sister; Mary DePew and son-in-law; Gary F. Avery. At
Wilbur’s request, there will be no services. Burial will be private at
Beech Flats Cemetery.
Donations in Wilbur’s memory can be made to Bradford County Manor’s Activity
Fund at 15900 Route 6, Troy, PA 16947. Pepper Funeral Home & Cremation
Facility, 578 Springbrook Dr. in Canton is assisting his family with
arrangements.
– Williamsport Sun-Gazette, 6 April 2018
MOTT Harry Mott
83, of Canton, Pa., died unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011. Born on Aug. 27, 1928, in LeRoy, Pa., Harry Grant Mott was a son of the late Harry Sr. and Mary (Kohler) Mott. He graduated from Canton High School with the class of 1946 and attended Penn State University. Harry then served our country during the Korean War with the U.S. Army and graduated from their Officer Candidate School at Fort Sill, Okla. He worked for over 20 years with Liberty Mutual Insurance Company. While working in Boston, Harry attended MIT's Executive School of Management and Northeastern University. He later was employed as Senior Vice-President of Crum & Forster Insurance Co. After retiring in 1988, Harry and Pauline moved back to Canton. He was a member of New Jersey's Professional Engineers Association, Corey Creek Golf Club in Mansfield, V.F.W. Post 714, Lake Hill Association and former member of the Moose Lodge 429, all of Canton. Most important to Harry was his family's welfare and he always looked forward to their visits. He enjoyed doing many things in life, especially carving duck decoys, painting, golfing and fishing. Harry never forgot his hometown of Canton and often spoke of his childhood years and Canton's colorful "characters" of that time. His family and friends will cherish those "tales of yore." Surviving is his wife of 53 years, Pauline; two daughters, Monica (Karl) Schmid of Phillipsburg, N.J. and Lisa Mott of Seattle, Wash.; three sisters, Madeline (Frank) Tillotson of LeRoy, Alice Packard of Dansville, N.Y. and Doris Hurley of Blossburg; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by a sister and brother, Margaret and Stephen Mott; two brothers-in-law, William Packard and William Hurley; a half-sister and three half-brothers. In keeping with Harry's wishes, a private funeral service will be held at Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive in Canton. Burial will follow in Beech Flats Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may consider a memorial to the Green Free Library, 38 N. Center St. Canton, PA 17724. Towanda Daily Review – December 23, 2011
GARY MORETZ, 65, of Horseheads, NY, died at home while surrounded by his loving family on Thursday afternoon, July 29, 2010. Gary William Moretz was born on September 6, 1944 in Akron, Ohio, a son of Marion (Campbell) Moretz of Wellsboro and the late Wade Moretz. He graduated from Canton High School in 1963. Gary married the former Madeline Belawske on November 16, 1974 in LeRoy. He was employed in the maintenance department by the Sam's Club Store in Elmira. A supportive husband, father and grandfather, Gary’s life revolved around his family. He enjoyed doing many things, but favorite times were spent with loved ones. He also enjoyed NASCAR, especially the fords, WWII planes and antique John Deere Tractors. In addition to his mother Marion, surviving are his wife of 35 years, Madeline; three children, Sue (Bob) Northrup of Sayre, Sherri (Stacey) Hartford of Shunk, and Angie Moretz of Towanda; two grandchildren, Jill Patrick and John Northrup; a sister, Betty (David) Spencer of Ogdensburg; his mother-in-law, Mabel Wightman of Horseheads, several brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides his father, Gary was predeceased by his father-in-law, John Belawske. Visitation was held Sunday at Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Dr., Canton. The funeral service was Monday, August 2, with Rev. Duane Taylor officiating. Burial followed in Beech Flats Cemetery. –Canton Independent-Sentinel/Troy Gazette-Register 8/5/2010
THOMAS MORGAN, 47, On the evening of Friday, April 20, 2001, lifelong Canton resident Thomas Morgan died quietly at Robert Packer Hospital after a brave and lengthy battle with debilitating health problems. He was 47 years of age. Born March 4, 1954 in Blossburg, he was the son of Roland and Roseanne (Faulkner) Morgan. Tom grew up in a close knit, loving family, sharing with his brother and sisters the recreational pastimes and innocent pranks of youth. He graduated from Canton High school with the class of 1972, and was employed for 14 years as a milk separator of the former milk plant in Grover. Later, he drove a tanker for Vermilya’s Milk Hauling, until he was set upon by illness. During high school, Tom met the love of his life, Nettie Laudenslager. On June 30, 1979 they were untied in marriage at the Canton Ecumenical Parish. Their life together was blessed with four wonderful children. Tom was a well-known, well admired member of Canton Lodge #429 Loyal Order of Moose. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed camping with his family in Canada. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR racing and was a great Dale Earnhardt fan. Tom was very comfortable with position as eldest son, readily assuming the role of defender of his brother and sisters whenever necessary. His stature and imposing countenance were reassuring during times of impending school yard scuffles. Tom had a long-term, abiding faith in the Lord, from his earlier days when he toured with the local gospel group, The Messengers. In fact, during his illness, Tom’s faith grew stronger than ever, and he would spend his time praying for others rather than being concerned for his own situation. Tom always greeted life with a smile and a sense of humor that just wouldn’t quit. Even in the face of his physical limitations, his gentile smile and upbeat manner would uplift his stress-weary family. Giving love and support to his beloved family was always of paramount importance to Tom, and when he passed from this life, he was surrounded by those he loved so dearly. Tom is survived by his wife, Nettie, at home; his mother Roseanne Morgan of Canton RR 1; children, Melissa Sue, Rhonda Marie and Brian James Morgan, all at home, and son Thomas Caleb (Heidi) Morgan of Leola, Pa.; brother, Mitchell (Barbara) Morgan of Turbotville; sisters, Pamela Morgan of Canton RR 1, and Leila (William Barry) Snyder of Cadillac, Mich.; grandson Kyle Thomas Morgan, and step-granddaughter Eden Maxwell; brothers-in-law. Charles (Helen) Laudenslager, Stanley, Arthur, and Paul Laudenslager; sisters-in-law, Mary (LaRue) Havens, Sue (William) Meuse, Barbara (Robert) Slingerland, Rose (Donald) Shadduck, Ruth Laudenslager and Esther Smith; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Roland. Calling hours will be Saturday, April 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Canton Ecumenical Parish, Canton. Funeral services will be conducted from the church at 1 p.m., with Pastor Lee Goff and the Rev. David B. Morris officiating. Interment will follow at Beech Flats Cemetery. –Towanda Daily Review.
MORETZ Gary
Age 65, of Horseheads, NY, died
at home while surrounded by his loving family on Thursday afternoon, July 29,
2010. Gary William Moretz was born on September 6, 1944 in Akron, Ohio, a son
of Marion (Campbell) Moretz of Wellsboro and the late Wade Moretz. In 1963, he
graduated High School from Canton, PA. Gary married the former Madeline
Belawske on November 16, 1974 in LeRoy, PA. He was employed in the maintenance
department by the Sams Club Store in Elmira. A supportive husband, father and
grandfather, Gary's life revolved around his family. He enjoyed doing many
things, but favorite times were spent with loved ones. He also enjoyed NASCAR,
especially the fords, WWII planes and antique John Deere Tractors. In addition
to his mother Marion, surviving are his wife of 35 years, Madeline; three
children, Sue (Bob) Northrup of Sayre, Sherri (Stacey) Hartford of Shunk, and
Angie Moretz of Towanda; two grandchildren, Jill Patrick and John Northrup; a
sister, Betty (David) Spencer of Ogdensburg; his mother-in-law, Mabel Wightman
of Horseheads, several brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews and
cousins. Besides his father, Gary was predeceased by his father-in-law, John
Belawske. Visitation will be from 2 – 4 p.m. Sunday at Pepper Funeral Home,
Springbrook Dr., Canton. The funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, August
2, with Rev. Duane Taylor officiating. Burial will follow in Beech Flats Cemetery.-
Elmira Star Gazette, July 31, 2010
MORSE – MARY M. DEPEW, 75, of 107 Carriage Estate, Elmira, N.Y., died Friday, January 24, 1986, at the Arnot-Ogden Hospital, Elmira. Born November 14, 1910, in Canton, she was the daughter of Willard and Lena Williams Morse. She retired as an employee from the former Bendix Corporation in Elmira. Her memberships included the Elmira Women of the Moose and the Elmira VFW Auxiliary. She is survived by a brother and sister-in-law, Wilbur and Marge Morse of Canton RD 1; a sister, Winifred Morse of Canton; three nieces, one nephews and several cousins. Funeral and committal service Sunday at 3 p.m. from the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home, Canton, with Rev. David B. Morris, pastor of Canton Church of Christ (Disciples of Christ) officiating. Interment in Beech Flats Cemetery, Canton Township. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday 1:30-3 p.m. –Towanda Daily Review.
WILBUR J. MORSE,
90, life-long resident of Canton, PA passed away while surrounded by loved
ones on Wednesday morning, April 4, 2018 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre.
Born June 29, 1927 at the family home in Canton Township, Wilbur was a twin
child of the late Willard Judson and Lena (Williams) Morse. He was a veteran
of WWII, serving in the U.S. Army. On May 14, 1948 he married the former
Marjorie “Marge” Rolison at her family’s home in Troy. They were blessed
with four children and shared nearly 70 years together. Wilbur enjoyed his
work as a heavy equipment operator and crew foreman. He was employed by
Lloyd Herman Construction, PennDOT, Jones & Brague Mining and retired from
Canton Township. Wilbur was a member of Canton’s Moose Lodge No. 429,
American Legion Post 303, V.F.W. Post 714 and the Wheel Inn in Roaring
Branch. For nearly six years, Wilbur had been a resident of the Bradford
County Manor In addition to his wife Marjorie, surviving are their children;
Judy (John) Banks of Henderson, NV, Linda Avery of Goose Creek, SC, Vickie
Byko of Clemson, SC and Jim Morse of Canton, five grandchildren; Marla
(Teddy) Harvey of Ridgeville, SC, Beth (Nick) Crofut of Grand Ledge, MI,
John (Asha) Bagley of Fort Collins, CO, Amanda (Daniel) Spencer of Seneca,
SC and Jami Morse of Goose Creek, SC, also six great grandchildren. He was
predeceased by his twin sister; Winifred Morse, a sister; Mary DePew and
son-in-law; Gary F. Avery. At Wilbur’s request, there will be no services.
Burial will be private at Beech Flats Cemetery. Donations in Wilbur’s memory
can be made to Bradford County Manor’s Activity Fund at 15900 Route 6 Troy
PA 16947. Pepper Funeral Home & Cremation Facility, 578 Springbrook Dr. in
Canton is assisting his family with arrangements. –Towanda Daily Review
4/7/2018
MORTON - LOUISE S. STOWELL
Mrs. Louise S. Stowell, 73, of Canton, PA, died Monday, May 30, 1994 in
Memorial Hospital, Towanda, PA. Mrs. Stowell was born January 6, 1921 at
Brooklyn, NY, a daughter of Glenn and Kathryn Knight Morton. Survivors include
her husband of 28 years, Max L. Stowell; daughters, Barbara Hite of Sheshequin
and Ms. Cindy West of Canton; sons, George Claypool of Canton, Jim Henson of
West LeRoy, Tim Henson of Mansfield and Robert Patton Jr. of Canton; a stepson,
Kenneth Stowell of Troy; a sister, Mrs. Mildred Chamberlain of Sayre; 23
grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; a brother-in-law, Wilson Cole of
South Waverly; and nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceasing her were her
sisters, Catherine Ellis and Ethel Cole and a stepdaughter, Maxine Wyatt.
Funeral services were held at the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home in Canton on
June 2 with the Rev. Jasper Smith officiating and interment to be in Beech
Flats Cemetery, Canton Township. Pallbearers were Elwyn Kie, Randy
Porter, Orwell "Bud" Potter, Charles Dunbar, Grant Trick and Rich
Packard. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Canton Ambulance
Association in Mrs. Stowell's memory. (TGR, Thursday, June 9, 1994)
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MOTT -EVELYN NEWMAN of Troy RD 1 Succumbs. Mrs. Evelyn Newman, 64, of Troy RD 1, died at the Troy Community Hospital following an extended illness. She was born in LeRoy on Oct. 14, 1911, the daughter of Harry and Charlotte Martin Mott. Mrs. Newman was a member of the Church of Christ Disciples, Canton, and the Bradford County DAR. She owned and operated a ceramic shop and gave instructions in ceramic art. Her survivors include her stepmother; Mary Hellrich of Canton, sisters, Mrs. Elwin (Peg) Loomis of Canton, Mrs. Franklin (Madeline) Tillotson of Granville Summit, Mrs. William (Alice) Packard of Dansville, N.Y., Mrs. William (Doris) Hurley of Mansfield; brothers, Martin Mott of Troy RD 1, Joseph of Oak Hurst, N.J., Horace of Douglas, Arizona, Harry of Medfield, Mass., and Stephen of Easton; several nieces and nephews. Funeral and committal services will be held today at 2 p.m. at the Morse Funeral Home, 12 E. Main St., Canton. The Rev. Thomas Logston will officiate. Interment will be in the Beech Flats Cemetery. -Canton Independent Sentinel.
MOTT Madeline Tillotson 87, longtime resident of LeRoy, died on Tuesday, March 19 from Towanda Memorial Hospital. Madeline Mae was born in Laquin on Oct. 13, 1925. She was a daughter of the late Harry Sr. and Mary (Kohler) Mott and a graduate of Canton High School's class of 1943. On Nov. 4, 1946, she married Frank Tillotson in Canton. Madeline's life revolved around caring for her family and home. Her faith in the Lord was her guide through life. She was happiest when keeping busy and will be remembered as a talented cook and a great help on the family dairy farm in LeRoy Township. Madeline was a member of the Independent Baptist Church in Towanda and taught Sunday School for many years. She also was active with the Child Evangelism Fellowship Organization. Surviving are her beloved husband of 66 years, Frank; two daughters and a son-in-law, Karen Gilbert and Linda (Wayne) Millard all of LeRoy; seven grandchildren, Dave (Jen) Gilbert, Timothy (Crystal) Millard, Jesse (Amy) Millard, Joe (Bonnie) Millard, Sarah (Steve) Beers, Maggie (Randy) Gilliland and Anna Warnick; 16 great grandchildren; a sister, Alice Packard of Dansville, N.Y.; two sisters-in-law, Pauline Mott of Canton and Shirley Mott of Easton; several nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbors and friends. She was predeceased by eight siblings, Evelyn Newman, Margaret Loomis, Doris Hurley, Martin, Joseph, Horace, Stephen and Harry Mott; a son-in-law, William "Bill" Gilbert; three great grandchildren and a special aunt, Helen McBlane. Calling hours are 6 – 8 p.m. Friday at Pepper Funeral Home, 578 Springbrook Dr. in Canton. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 24, with Rev. Don Hauser officiating. Burial will follow in Beech Flats Cemetery. Those who wish may consider a memorial in Madeline's name to the Child Evangelism Fellowship at 532 Old Mills Rd. Towanda, PA 18848. For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God. Ephesians 2:8 Towanda Daily Review – March 21, 2013 |
MOTT -MARGARET M. LOOMIS. Mrs. Margaret M.
Loomis, 53, wife of Elwin Loomis, of 1909 Troy Street, Canton, died Saturday,
July 2, 1977, in Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. Mrs.,. Loomis, born Oct.
15, 1923, at Laquin, Bradford County, was the daughter of Harry and Mary Kohler
Mott. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Canton, and a former
employee of Belmar Manufacturing Company, Canton. Surviving, besides her
husband, are a son Elwin Lee, Jr., at home, two daughters, Misses Mary Ann and
Doris, both at home; her stepfather and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Hellrich, of
Canton; four brothers, Harry G. Mott, of Klebanon, N.J., Stephen Mott, of
Easton, Martin Mott, of Alba, and Horace Mott, of Douglas, Ariz.; three
sisters, Mrs. Frank Tillotson, of Granville Summit, Mrs. William Packard, of
Dansville, N.Y., and Mrs. William Hurley, of Blossburg, and an aunt, Mrs. James
MacBlane, of Morris Run. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2:00 p.m.,
at the Morse Funeral Home, Canton, with the Rev. Dr. Raymond Fravel
officiating. Burial was in Beech Flats Cemetery. -Canton Independent
Sentinel.
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MARTIN GRANT MOTT
MOYER –CANDY
JO (MOYER) BROWN - On the afternoon of Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017, Candy Jo
(Moyer) Brown passed away, surrounded by her loving family at her Mansfield
residence, following a courageous battle with a debilitating illness. She was
59 years of age. Born July 21, 1958, in Troy, she was the daughter of Kenneth
and Iona (Fitzwater) Moyer. Candy was always interested in helping others, so
as an adult she pursued a career in healthcare, earning her CAN degree. She
had been employed at Martha Lloyd Services for many years and later with ELCOR
in Horseheads, New York, retiring in 2003. Candy enjoyed doing craft work,
which she offered for sale at various local festivals. She was also an expert
at crocheting. She enjoyed fishing, was an avid Steelers fan and owned an
extensive collection of teddy bears. Her family was of paramount importance,
especially her husband, children, grandchildren and her faithful canine
companion, Rudy. She was in love with life itself. Candy was also a woman of
faith, and was an active member of the Austinville Union Church. She is
survived by her husband, Anthony Brown, at home; sons Sgt. First Class
Theodore A. (and Amber) Johnson Jr. of Watertown, New York, Eric (and Amy)
Brown of Lancaster, Anthony (and Misty) Brown of Tioga, Pennsylvania, and
Jonathan (and Stacy) Brown of Mansfield; daughter Amanda (and Jay) Weddleton
of Dover, Tennessee; brothers Alan (and Rhoda) Moyer of Canton, Scott Moyer
(and Cheryl Hite) of Canton, Kenneth LaRue (and Sandra) Moyer Jr. of Texas;
sisters Cathy (and Bill) Davy of Roaring Branch, and Tammy Reichard of
Towanda; stepfather Andrew Straka of Wellsboro; stepmother Arla Moyer of
Canton; several grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded
in death by her father Kenneth Moyer, mother Iona Straka, grandparents Ervin
and Katherine Fitzwater, sister Bonita Brock and son Dennis Moyer. Visitation
will be 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at Morse & Kleese Funeral Home, 94 N.
Center St., Canton. Service will be at 3 p.m. with the Rev. Ken Marple, her
pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in Beech Flats Cemetery. –Towanda
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DENNIS M. MOYER
Dennis Michael Moyer, 14, Mansfield Village Apt. C-16, Mansfield, PA,
died Wednesday, November 4, 1992 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital,
Wellsboro. Denny was born March 7, 1978 at Williamsport, PA, a son of Candy Jo
Moyer. He was an outstanding academic eighth-grade student at Mansfield Jr.-Sr.
High School. He attended Croman Elementary School in Troy until fourth
grade and was well-liked by his fellow students. He was a participant on the
Jerry Lewis Telethon at WNEP Channel 16 for the past six years and attended
many muscular dystrophy camps. In 1988 the Make a Wish Foundation made it
possible for him and his family to take a trip to Disney World. Surviving are
his mother and stepfather, Candy Moyer and Theodore Johnson Sr. with whom he
lived; brother and sister, Theodore Jr. and Amanda, both at home; maternal
grandmother and stepgrandfather, Iona Fitzwater and Andrew Straker, Canton RR
2; maternal grandfather and step-grandmother, Kenneth and Arla Moyer, Canton;
paternal step-grandparents, Beverly and Rubin Barrett Jr. and Robert Johnson
Sr., all of Troy; great-grandparents, Ervin and Katherine Kilmer Fitzwater,
Canton RR 1; and William and Eloise Howell, Troy RR 2; several aunts, uncles
and cousins. Funeral services were held November 7 at the Morse and Kleese
Funeral Home in Canton with the Rev. Garry Zuber officiating and interment to
be in Beech Flats Cemetery. (TGR, Thursday, November 12, 1992)
MUSZYNSKI Christina Cole, 29, of Canton, Pa., died
on Friday, April 16, 2010. Christina RaNae, "Chrissy" to family
and friends, was born on March 29, 1981 in Honolulu, Hawaii. She was the
daughter of Diane Lynne (TUNNICLIFF) Muszynski and Billy Trent Cole. She was a
1999 graduate of Troy High School and attended Lackawanna Junior College.
Chrissy worked for Eckerds Pharmacy in Wysox. Her love for her two young boys
gave her strength in life. She will be lovingly remembered as a beautiful young
woman who was outgoing and energetic, but also very easy-going. Chrissy was
kind to all and loved being around people. Her mother was her best friend and
her dad always called her "sunshine". She collected and enjoyed all
kinds of heart shapes. Surviving are: her children, Jay Ashton ALBRIGHT
and Justin SPENCER; parents, Diane Muszynski of Canton and Billy T. COLE of
Viroqua, Wis.; maternal grandmother, Virginia Collins of Granville Summit;
paternal grandparents, Bill and Kathy Cole of Armenia Mtn. and Shirley and Bill
Hawkins of East Troy; brothers and sisters, Billy J. Cole of Towanda, Jesse
Cole of Rome, LeAnn Cole of Canton, Tyler Cole and Lavonna Cole both of
Granville Summit; special friend, Adam Merkel of Canton; as well as numerous
extended family and many friends. Chrissy was predeceased by her maternal
grandfather, Joseph Tunnicliff, and a cousin, Danielle (BOLT) Vanderveer.
A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, April 24, at Pepper Funeral
Home, Springbrook Drive in Canton, with Deacon William Graham officiating. A
private burial will be in Beech Flats Cemetery. In lieu of
flowers, her family requests that those who wish may contribute to establish a
fund to benefit her sons: Chrissy's Children, c/o 196 Beech Flats Road, Canton,
PA 17724.
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ERNEST NEWMAN. Ernest Newman, aged 69, of Troy RD 1, died Wednesday, April 28, 1971, at the Williamsport General Hospital following a long illness. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Newman was employed at the W. W. Gleckner & Sons Co. harness establishment in Canton. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Canton. Surviving are: his wife, Evelyn; a brother, Edwin S. Newman of Washington, D. C., and several nieces and nephews. Funeral and committal services were held at the Morse Funeral Home, 12 East Main St., Canton May 1. Rev. Herman Humke, former pastor of the Canton Presbyterian Church but now retired officiated and burial was in the Beach Flats Cemetery. -Canton Independent Sentinel |
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NORMAN Millie Ethel - On June 20, 2010, Millie Ethel Norman Bassett, 92, of Canton, Pa., left her earthly home to join her beloved husband Wendell in their heavenly home. "Millie," as she was known to her family and friends, was born on May 18, 1918, in Blossburg, Pa., a daughter of Philip and Ethel (Davis) Norman. She attended Blossburg High School and Mansfield College. Millie married Wendell Bassett on Sept., 16, 1936. Together they raised three daughters; Donna Good of Canton, Judy (Jack) Pepper of LeRoy and Terry (Vance) Seeley of Towanda. Millie was a homemaker and enjoyed playing cards, sewing, cooking and baking. She was well-known for her sugar cookies. Millie was a member of the Canton Ecumenical Parish and the I.H.S. Class. In addition to her children; surviving are eight grandchildren, Lynn (Eddie) Holmes, Laurie (Craig) Parker, LeAnn (David) Black, Jana (Glen) Kauffman, John (Marsha) Pepper, Jeff (Aimee) Pepper, Jennifer (Chuck) Nork and Jeriah (Audrey) Ameigh; 25 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Wendell; her sister, Dorotha Pierce; an infant brother, Phillip; a son-in-law, Dean Good; and her great-grandson, Ryan Holmes. Calling hours will be 10 – 11 a.m. Thursday, June 24, at Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive in Canton. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. with Rev. Gerald Schmidt officiating. Burial will be in Beech Flats Cemetery. Those who wish may direct memorials to Canton's Ecumenical Church, 43 N. Center St., Canton, PA 17724 or to a charity of one's choice. – Towanda Daily Review, June 22, 2010
OLIVER, Minnie L. - Minnie L. Hunter, 86, of Ralston, PA peacefully passed away while surrounded by her loving family on Friday evening, December 28, 2018, at Manor Care South in Williamsport. Born July 15, 1932, in Crandletown, PA (Lycoming County near Pleasant Stream), Minnie Louise was a daughter of the late Donald and Nola (Barnett) Oliver. She married the love of her life, Robert C. “Bob” Hunter on October 11, 1953. They were blessed with five children and over 30 wonderful years together before his passing on Feb. 3, 1994. Caring for family and home came first in Minnie’s life. “Grandma Hunny” to her grandchildren, Minnie also helped in raising many of the kids in the Ralston area. She will be remembered by all who knew her as a loving and supportive person who instilled that quality on to her family. She was a member of the Ralston United Methodist Church. Minnie enjoyed bird watching; Cardinals were her favorite. She also loved yellow roses. Surviving are her children; Robert D. (Caroline) Hunter of Montoursville, Rosa Hartford and Debra (Jim) Sechrist all of Ralston, Sherry DeVinney of Barbours and Frank C. (Bonnie) Hunter of Ralston; a brother, Jessie Oliver of Williamsport, special niece and two granddaughters who Minnie helped raise; Cheryl (Terry) Moore of Florida, Autumn and Amber Hunter both of Ralston. Minnie was Grandma to 21 grandchildren and 40 great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, cousins, dear friends and neighbors. In addition to her beloved husband Bob, Minnie was predeceased by six siblings; Donald Oliver, Grover Oliver, twin brother Frank Oliver, Frances Moyer, Bertha Hill and Violet Hose; grandson, Jeremiah Hartford, great grandson, Mason Millard; two sons-in-law, Kent “Bucky” Hartford and Randy DeVinney. Calling hours are 11 – 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 31, at Pepper Funeral Home & Cremation Facility, 578 Springbrook Dr., Canton. Pastor Cecily Eisley will officiate the funeral service at 1 p.m. followed by burial in Beech Flats Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Minnie would have appreciated memorials to St. Jude’s Children’s’ Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. – Williamsport Sun-Gazette, 31 December 2018
HARVEY R. OHM, 80, a long time Canton area resident, died quietly at
Bradford County Manor on September 20, 1996. Born in Northwestern Oneida
County, New York, June 18, 1916 he was one of seven children born to Fred and
Belle (Hughes) Ohm. The rural life of upstate New York instilled in him a
sense of independence and ingenuity. In 1942 he answered his country’s
call and was inducted into the U.S. Army. He fought his way through
Normandy, Ardennes and the Rhineland receiving five Bronze Stars and one
Arrowhead. In the years following Word War II Mr. Ohm relocated to a farm
in Grover. One day while purchasing a watermelon at Landon’s in Cedar
Ledge he met Marie Thomas, a local girl whose brother managed the gas
station. Shortly thereafter he was called upon to assist with his tractor
in pulling Miss Thomas’s car out of the ditch. They began a courtship
which lasted three weeks, resulting in a marriage which lasted 43 years.
In 1965 the Ohms sold the farm and moved into their present home on Whitman
Place, Canton. There Harvey and Marie operated an upholstery shop for
many years until ill health caused him to slow down. He was a true
renaissance man, dabbling with inventions and the arts. As a farmer he
often devised new ways to make chores easier, and if he needed a certain piece
of equipment he might sooner build one than buy one. He was also an
excellent woodcarver, creating beautiful wildlife scenes of leftover scraps of
wood. Harvey also had a knack for creating interesting sculptures from
old machine parts, electric insulators, bedframes and the like. Besides
his wife, Marie, he is survived by his son, Thomas Harvey Ohm, Ulster;
daughter, Lisa Marie Ohm, Berkley Springs, W. Va.; four grandchildren;
sisters-in-law Eloise Bagley, Canton and Agnes Ohm, Boonville, NY; several
nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his three brothers and three
sisters. Interment will be in Beech Flats Cemetery. The family
suggest that contributions may be made in Mr. Ohm’s name to the charity of
one’s choice. Professional services entrusted to Mores and Kleese Funeral
Home, Canton. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
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