MILTON E. DAUGHERTY, 98, of RR 1, Rome, PA died Friday, March 6, 1998 at his home.  He was born on February 12, 1900 on Harmony Hill in Orwell Township, PA, a son of the late Alfred and Cora (Allis) Daughtery.  He owned and operated a dairy farm in Allis Hollow.  He is survived by his wife May, at home; three daughters and sons-in-la; two sons and daughters-in-law; 18 grandchildren including Diane Peterbaugh of Troy, PA; 26 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.  Memorial services were held in the United Methodist Church in Rome with interment to be in the Rome Cemetery.  Friends who wish may remember to Memorial Hospice, c/o Towanda Memorial Hospital, 1 Hospital Drive, Towanda, PA.  –Canton Independent Sentinel.

ROGER L. DAUGHERTY, 78 of Troy RD 3, a guest of the Bradford County Manor for many years and formerly of Rome died early Tuesday morning June 14, 1988 at the Troy Community Hospital. Born Jan. 23, 1909 in Rome Township, he was the son of the late Glenn F. and Clara Whalen Daugherty. For many years Roger resided with his parents on their farm in North Orwell assisting them in the operation of the family farm. He was later employed by the Department of Highways, Towanda for over 10 years. Mr. Daugherty was a member of the Rome United Methodist Chruch. He is survived by two sisters: Mrs. Gertrude Cron of Johnson City, NY and Mrs. Frances Turner of Windham Center; a brother, G. Edward Daugherty of Rome; several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda. The funeral and committal service will be held Thursday at the conclusion of calling hours at 8 p.m. with the Rev. Rebecca Sweet, pastor of the Rome United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be Friday morning in Rome Cemetery. The family request that memorials be directed to Eleanor Canfield, Box 415 RD 2, Rome, PA in Mr. Daugherty’s memory for the benefit of the Bradford County Manor chapel hymnal fund. –Towanda Daily Review

DAUGHTERTY –ZEMMA L. CARRINGTON, 79 of Wysox RD 2 died on Sunday March 12, 1989 at the Bradford County Manor. Born Oct. 7, 1909 in Rome Township, she was the daughter of Francis and Ethel Drake Daughterty. She resided in the Rome area all her life. Mrs. Carrington graduated from Rome and Towanda High Schools and was a member of the Bradford County Outborard Motor Club. She was employed as a loom operator at the Towanda Silk Mills for five years. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Glenn; four sons and daughters-in-law: G. Edwin and Ruth of Ulster RD 1, Arden and Sue Ellen of Rome RD 1, Albedrt and Rebina and Duane and Lois, all of Wysox RD 2; two sisters; Mrs. Ella Wheeler of Athens and Mrs. Susan McKernan of Wysox RD 2, 11 grandchildren and two great-granddaughters. She was predeceased by a son, Richard in 1967 and a brother, Burton in 1956. Friends may call at the Lowery Funeral Home, 225 S. Main St., Athens on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. The funeral and committal service will be held there on Wednesday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Lynn Wheeler her nephew officiating. Burial will be in Rome Cemetery, Rome. –Towanda Daily Review

 

CLIFFORD F. DAVIS
 Clifford F. Davis, 70, of Leavenworth, KS died July 3, 1990 at his home.  He was a former resident of Ulster. He was born March 5, 1920, the son of Frank R. and Emma Newman Davis. He retired from the Army in 1953 with a rank of sergeant first class and was very active in veteran's affairs. He is survived by his wife, Iva Davis at home; four daughters; three brothers and three sisters; all of whom reside on the east coast; several great nieces and nephews. A visitation was held July 8 at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy with burial to be in Rome Cemetery. (TGR, Thursday, July 12, 1990)

 

DECKER –HELEN M. DECKER BROWN, 83, of Wysox, Pennsylvania, passed away Monday morning, Jan. 28, 2019, at her home. Helen was born in Herrickville, Pennsylvania, on April 15, 1935, the daughter of Arthur Decker Sr. and Lona Wells Decker. Cooking was Helen’s passion in life. In early years Helen served as the cook for the Post House Restaurant and Beers Diner in Wysox and later for the Tomahawk Restaurant and the Firehouse Restaurant in North Towanda. Helen was well-known for her delicious home-made cutlets offered at Corie’s Bar and Grill in Wysox where she also worked. Helen and her husband Orlando F. Brown also operated Brown’s Custodial Service in Rome, Pennsylvania for many years. Helen was very devoted to her family for whom she loved to prepare wonderful meals. Helen enjoyed working in her lawn, gardening, watching wildlife, and embroidery. Helen’s family includes her daughters and sons-in-law, Sandra and Bob Borick, Rebecca and Dan Saylor all of Wysox Township; daughters-in-law, Tanya Brown of Rome, Wanda Brown of Mountain Home, Arkansas; grandchildren, Christy (Don), Mary (Mitch), Renae (Ryan), Sara (Jon), Nicole (Charlie), Sebrina (Jeff), Gary, Zac (Amber), James (Jessica), Justin (Abby); great-grandchildren, Brandon, Cearra, Cory, Connor, Macaria, Cooper, Colby, Ella, Garrett, Mara, Brook, Thomas, Kendrick, Kingston, Caleb and Ashlyn; her brother-in-law whom Helen thought of as a son, Wurt “Bob” Brown of Rome; sisters, Marjorie “Pat” Vanderpool of Powell, Dorothy Hillyard and husband Don of Berkshire, New York, Shirley Blemle of Rome, Freda Smith and husband Ron of North Towanda, Beverly “Peg” Kobbe and husband Jim of Monroeton; sister-in-law, Dorothy Decker of Monroeton; brother-in-law, Robert Seymour of Rome; numerous nieces; nephews; and cousins; her bird, Linn; grand-dogs, Kellee, Kaydee, Samantha and Lucy. In addition to her parents, Helen was predeceased by her sons, Richard “Rick” Brown in Dec. of 2009, Orlando “Snooks” Brown in March of 2015; great-grandson, Grayson Goudreau; her former husband and friend, Orlando F. Brown in April of 2001; brothers, Arthur Decker Jr., Howard Decker, Earl Decker, James “Milton” Decker; sisters, Gladys Hendershot, Vivian “Ruth” Cass, Katherine “Katie” Stephenson, and Marion “Coupie” Seymour. A private graveside service will be held at a later date in the Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pennsylvania. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the Animal Care Sanctuary, P.O. Box A, East Smithfield, PA in memory of Helen M. Decker Brown. The Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home of Towanda, Pennsylvania is assisting Helen’s family with arrangements. –Towanda Daily Review 2/1/2019

RICHARD H. “Dick” DIMON, 84, of Athens, formerly of Bentley Creek, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at the Bradford County Manor in West Burlington. He was the loving husband of Louise (Hammond) Dimon. The couple married Sept. 3, 1955 and had 64 happy years together. Dick was born on March 6, 1936 in Rome, son of the late Leon and Geraldine (Lenox) Dimon Corbin. He was a sheet metal worker for Dura-Bilt Metal Products in Bentley Creek and retired with 40 years of service in 1998. Dick was a member of the Bentley Creek Wesleyan Church and its choir, enjoyed playing golf and was a member of Pinecroft Golf Club, and was a member of the Bentley Creek Fire Company. He also enjoyed building model airplanes and flying them, mowing lawns, playing softball, watching sports, and hunting. Dick is survived by his wife, Louise; his son, Rick (Brigette) Dimon; his daughters, Cynthia (Mac) MacCracken and Kathy (Jeff) Inman; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, James Dimon; and his sister, Alice (Dimon) Watson. Family and friends are welcome to call from 2 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 15, 2020 at the Bentley Creek Wesleyan Church, 13255 Berwick Turnpike, Gillett. The celebration of Dick’s life will be held following the viewing at 3 p.m. at the church with his pastor, Rev. Robert Wuethrich officiating. Burial will take place at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 16 in Rome Cemetery. The Gerald W. Vickery Jr. Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., 1093 West Main Street, Troy, has been trusted with the arrangements. -Towanda Daily Review 3/14/2020

 

DIMON –ROSEMARY DIMON BUSHONG, 96, of Rome, Pa., passed away peacefully at home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, May 3, 2017. She was born in Rome, Pa., on Feb. 14, 1921, the daughter of Harry Dimon and Ruth Buttles Dimon. Rosemary was a graduate and 1938 class valedictorian of Rome High School. In 1942, she graduated from Mansfield University where she received her Bachelor of Science Degree in home economics. In 1943, during World War II, Rosemary enlisted in the Women's Army Corp where she attained the rank of Staff Sergeant and served in Virginia until completion of her military service in 1946. Following the war, she attended the Lewis Hotel Training School in Washington, D.C., where she met her charming southern future husband, William J. "Bill" Bushong of New Market, Va., a Navy veteran. They were married in Rome, Pa., on June 4, 1949. Rosemary was a well-known Avon products representative in the area for 20 years. Rosemary was an 80-year member of the Rome United Methodist Church where she was a dedicated choir member, junior choir director, Sunday school teacher and held many positions. She was a member of Order of Eastern Star, District 17, for decades and both Rosemary and her husband were representatives for the Salvation Army Service Unit. Traveling and reading were among Rosemary's many interests. Most of all, her church family was very important to her. She is survived by her daughters, Pam DeWolf of Campbell, N.Y., Bonnie (Jack) Murphy of Chenango Forks, N.Y.; grandchildren, Tiffani (Gary) Scott of Pensacola, Fla. Derek DeWolf of Elmira, N.Y.; four great-grandchildren; niece, Roxanna Ayers; and nephew, Larry Arnold. Rosemary's family extends their deepest appreciation to her caregivers, Ann Leone and Monica Smith, and to her neighbors for their loving care and devotion. Rosemary was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Bill on Aug. 16, 2012; daughter, Crystal S. Bushong on Jan. 14, 2015; sister, Jean Arnold; and niece, Ruth Hayes in 2012. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, at the Rome United Methodist Church, with Rev. Philip Wanck and Rev. Richard Davis officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be in the Rome Cemetery with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions may be directed to the Rome United Methodist Church, in care of Karen Matoushek, Treasurer, 436 Williams Rd., LeRaysville, PA or to the P.P. Bliss Gospel Songwriters Museum, 969 Main St., Rome, PA in Rosemary's memory. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda, Pa. –Towanda Daily Review 5/5/2017

 

DONALD Caryl “Tami” Donald

A mother holds her child’s hands for a little while and their hearts forever….. Caryl “Tami” Donald, 53, of Main St., Nichols, N.Y., died unexpectedly on Sunday, August 5, 2012, at her home.  Tami was born on October 21, 1958 in Elmira, N.Y. a daughter of Caryl (Bixby) Bush and Charles Donald.  She was a graduate of Northeast Bradford High School. Tami treasured the time spent with her children, whether it was watching Dylan play football and basketball, or the girls, Rylyn and Danielle cheer and playing volleyball. She loved reading, being with friends and laughing. Tammy will be greatly missed by her family and many friends.  Tami is survived by her children: Travis Morris, Ashley Follmer and fiance Phil Britton, Dylan Babcock, Rylyn Babcock and Danielle Babcock; the father of her children, Dale Babcock; her mother, Caryl Bush; siblings: Jon Donald, Frank Donald, Chris Donald, Tyre Bush (Mark Lyons), Carter (Shelley) Bush; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.  Tami was predeceased by her father, Chuck Donald and dad, Richard “Dick” Bush.  Family and friends are invited to attend a period of visitation and time of sharing memories on Thursday, August 9, from 12 to 1pm at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols. Funeral services will follow at 1 pm at the funeral chapel with Pastor Jackie Condon, officiating. Interment and prayers of committal will follow in the Rome Cemetery. Memories and condolences may also be shared by visiting our website at: www.sutfinfuneralchapel.com Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to a Educational Fund at Community Bank, PO Box 39, Nichols, NY 13812 in loving memory of Caryl A. “Tami” Donald. M   EC Sayre Morning Times – August 8, 2012

 

DOTSON Arvilla "Billie" Arey Dotson
68, of Rome, Pa., died Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2010, at the Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, N.Y.  "Billie," as she was known by her family and friends, was born in Waverly, N.Y. on Sept. 5, 1941, the daughter of James B. Arey Sr. and Bernice Abrams Dotson. She was a 1959 graduate of Sayre High School, Sayre, Pa., and was a graduate of the Allentown Hospital School of Nursing in Allentown, Pa. On May 31, 1969 she married Raymond H. Dotson at St. John's Lutheran Church in Sayre. Billie was employed as a registered nurse in the Orthopedics Department and as a float nurse at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre for 38 years until her retirement in 2001. Billie was a member of the Rome United Methodist Church where she held various offices over the years and was a member of the United Methodist Women and the Bradford County Republican Women. She was a life member of the Vigilante Engine Company Auxiliary in Rome. Billie enjoyed crafts and craft shows and owned and operated RBJ Crafts in Rome. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Raymond H. Dotson at home; son and daughter-in-law, Raymond H. Dotson II. and Janet Dotson of LeRaysville, Pa.; step-daughter, Karen Sue Rodgers of LaVernia, Texas; grandsons, Blair Rodgers, Will Rodgers and Bryan Coats; brother and sister-in-law, James B. Arey Jr. and Karen Arey of Ithaca, N.Y.; special niece, JoJo Gleaman and her husband Jason Gleaman of Scotia, N.Y.; special nephew, David Arey of New Jersey; aunt, Lois Arey of the Wyalusing Valley Personal Care Home, Wyalusing, Pa.; uncle, Thomas Abrams and his wife Sylvia Abrams of Wysox, Pa.  In addition to her parents, she was recently preceded in death by her step-daughter, Ramona Dotson Coolbaugh, on June 3, 1983 and by her step-son-in-law, John Rodgers on Aug. 7, 2010.  A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 29, at the Rome United Methodist Church with the Rev. K. Ben Robinson, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in the Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pa. The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. on Sunday at the church.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Rome United Methodist Church, in care of Joseph Pisanick, 112 Spruce St., Towanda, PA 18848; or to the Vigilante Engine Company Auxiliary, P.O. Box 77 Rome, PA 18837 in Arvilla "Billie" Arey Dotson's memory.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa.- Towanda Daily Review, August 23, 2010

 

DOTSON Raymond H. "Ray" Dotson

82, of Rome, Pa., died Sunday, Jan. 16, 2011 at his home.  "Ray," as he was known by his family and friends, was born in Meadow Bridge, W.V. on Sept. 4, 1928, the son of Theodore A. Dotson and Grace Walkup Dotson. He was a graduate of Meadow Bridge High School class of 1945 and later served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.  On May 31, 1969 he married the former Arvilla "Billie" Arey Dotson at St. John's Lutheran Church in Sayre. Ray was employed by the C&O Railroad for 12 years and later by the Commonwealth Telephone for 25 years until his retirement in 1990.  Ray attended the Rome United Methodist Church.  He was a life member of the Vigilante Engine Company in Rome and was a member of Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 and VFW Post No. 6824, Rome, Pa. Raymond enjoyed crafts and craft shows and with his wife Billie owned and operated RBJ Crafts in Rome. Ray also enjoyed bowling, bird watching and gardening.  He is survived by: his son and daughter-in-law, Raymond H. Dotson II and Janet Dotson of Rome, Pa.; daughter, Karen Sue Rodgers of LaVernia, Texas; grandsons, Blair Rodgers, Will Rodgers and Bryan Coats; brothers, Carl, Curtis and Robert Dotson all of Winston-Salem, N.C. and Guy Dotson of Waco, Texas; sister, Jessie Williamson of Columbus, Ohio; several nieces, nephews and cousins; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, James B. Arey Jr. and Karen Arey of Ithaca, N.Y.; special niece, JoJo Gleaman and her husband Jason Gleaman of Scotia, N.Y.; special nephew, David Arey of New Jersey; aunt, Lois Arey of the Wyalusing Valley Personal Care Home, Wyalusing, Pa.; uncle, Thomas Abrams and his wife Sylvia Abrams of Wysox, Pa.  In addition to his parents, he was recently preceded in death by his wife, Arvilla "Billie" Arey Dotson on Aug. 18, 2010; daughter, Ramona Dotson Coolbaugh on June 3, 1983; son-in-law, John Rodgers on Aug. 7, 2010; and brother, James Dotson.  A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 22, 2011 at the Rome United Methodist Church with the Rev. K. Ben Robinson, pastor, officiating assisted by Rev. Fred Albrecht. Interment will be in the Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pa. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Rome United Methodist Church, in care of Joseph Pisanick, 112 Spruce St., Towanda, PA 1884 in Raymond H. Dotson's memory.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave. Towanda, Pa.   Towanda Daily Review – January 17, 2011

 

DOUGLAS   Reva Jean Bosworth, 85, formerly of Mehoopany and Rome, PA, died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010 at Ann’s Grove Personal Care Home in Eaton Twp., where she had been a resident for the past 10 years.  Born Nov. 28, 1924 in Hollenback, she was the daughter of the late Burton and Mildred HARFORD Douglas. She attended a one-room schoolhouse on Grant Hill for eight years and later graduated from Wyalusing High School in 1944. On April 9, 1949, she married Edward Bosworth at the Rome Methodist Parsonage.  Reva assisted her husband in the operation of their farm in Rome for 25 years until his death on Nov. 1, 1973. The Bosworth family had maintained ownership of the farm for 110 years.  Survivors include several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her sister, Eunice Dodge and brothers, Jonathan and Joseph Douglas.  The funeral service was held Saturday, Jan. 23 at 2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda. Interment followed in the Rome Cemetery, Rome. The family received friends on Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home.  January 28, 2010, Wyalusing Rocket Courier.

DRAKE MILLIE
Lent, Mrs. Millie Drake-Athens, March 14- (1950) of East Athens died yesterday afternoon at her home, following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Lent celebrated her 90th birthday, Feb16.  A native of Bradford County, Mrs. Lent has lived in Athens over 40 years. She was born in South Litchfield, Litchfield Twp, Feb 16, 1860, one of the seven children of George S and Clarisa Hotchkiss Drake. She was married to the late Eugene L Lent in Rome. He died in 1896. Following his death Mrs. Lent resided for a time with her parents in Litchfield, later coming to East Athens. At one time she also lived in Vawter and Rome. Mrs. Lent is a member of the North Waverly Chapel and East Athens WCTU. She also holds membership in Tioga Point Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. Her father saw action with the Northern Army during the Civil War and was wounded at the battle of Gettysburg. Surviving is her son, Eugene S Lent, with whom she resided; a stepson, Cass E Lent of Binghamton, a stepdaughter, Mrs. Rhoda Barnes of Wysox; a brother, George T Drake of Tampa, Fla and several nieces and nephews. The body is at the Lowery Funeral Home, Main St, Athens where friends may call Wednesday afternoon and evening. Services will be held Thursday morning with Rev. Judd Hunter, Pastor of the North Waverly Chapel officiating. Burial in Rome Cemetery.

CLAYTON B. EIKLOR, 73, Ulster RD 1 died Wednesday Feb. 25, 1987 at the Bradford County Manor following a brief illness. Born June 1, 1913 in North Rome, he was the son of Floyd and Edna Bidlack Eiklor. He was a lifelong resident of the North Rome area and a former carpenter-stone mason. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Joseph (Mary) Frank and two grandchildren: Josiah and Angeline Frank, all of Waverly RD 2: brother, Lyle of Ulster RD 1: one niece and one nephew: two grandnieces and two grandnephews. A son, John Eiklor preceded him in death in 1986. Friends may call at the Jenkins Funeral Home, 111 S. Main St., Athens Saturday from noon to 1 p.m. The funeral service will follow immediately at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Joseph Eastwood of Owego officiating. Burial will be in the Rome Cemetery. –Towanda Daily Review

EIKLOR Lyle Leslie "Red" Eiklor
90, of North Rome, Ulster RR 1, Pa., died following an extended illness, early Thursday morning, Nov. 4, 2010, in the homestead and room where he was born. He was born May 16, 1920, the son of Floyd and Edna Bidlack Eiklor. "Red," as he was known by his family and friends, attended school in Rome, completing the eighth grade and then remained home to help work on the farm. On Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 24, 1949, he married the former Mildred M. Tripp of Waverly in Tioga Center, N.Y. Lyle worked with his father as a dairy farmer until his father's death in 1966. In 1968 he began raising registered Polled Hereford beef cattle. Around this time he also bought a sawmill and did custom sawing and hauled logs. He worked at the Valley Stockyards on Mondays for 26 years and on Thursdays at the Owego Stockyards for 13 years. When he retired from farming, he sold his Polled Herefords, and some were shipped to Europe to start herds there. While operating his sawmill, Lyle enjoyed the rare opportunity to saw a native white pine tree that was more than a century old and at least 80 feet in length. Four good logs came from the tree, with the butt log being 14 feet long and 39 inches at its widest part and all were transported by "Porky" Allen. Lyle had a host of friends all of his life and was known for his very good sense of humor. He was affectionately called "Sunshine" by his children and grandchildren and "Big Daddy" by his great-granddaughter, Samantha. Lyle enjoyed hunting, camping and visiting with his many friends and family. He loved children, and truly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also enjoyed wood-working in his shop. Lyle possessed a life-long love of horses and in the late 1940s was a frequent rider in horse shows in North Orwell, Sheshequin, North Ghent and at Norris's in Lockwood, N.Y. In early years he also liked to play guitar and sing to his immediate family. He is survived by: his wife of nearly 61 years, Mildred, at home; daughter and son-in-law Judy and Paul Yager of North Rome; son and daughter-in-law Leslie and Jenney Eiklor of Sayre; five grandchildren, Holly (Yager) and Stacy Shaull of North Rome, and Brent, Daniel, Amanda and Matthew Eiklor of Sayre; special great-grandchildren, Samantha Yager and Troy Shaull of North Rome; step-great-grandson Zackery Shaull of York, Pa.; a niece, Mary Eiklor Frank of Chemung, N.Y.; many cousins; good friends Ray "Moe" Fowler Jr., David and Kathy English of Rome, and Caleb and Karen Hess and family of North Rome. He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Edna Eiklor in 1966; brother, Clayton of North Rome in 1987; and nephew, John Eiklor of Niagara Falls in 1986. The funeral and committal service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010, at the Bowen-Farr Funeral Home, 6 Gordon Farr St., Ulster, Pa., with Pastor Theodore Griffin of the North Rome Wesleyan Church officiating. Burial will be in the family plot at the Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pa., at the convenience of the family. In honor of Lyle's request, there are no calling hours. The family will provide their own flowers and requests that memorial contributions be directed to the Rome Cemetery Association in care of Mrs. Shirley Phillips, P.O. Box 63, Rome, PA 18837, in Lyle's memory.  Towanda Daily Review - November 5, 2010

ROY J. EVANS, 40, of LeRaysville died early Monday morning May 27, 1991 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda.  Born March 14, 1951, in Elmira, N.Y., he was a son of Ollin and Phyllis Fuller Evans.  Roy attended the Northeast Bradford High School and was a veteran of the Vietnam Conflict, having served in the U.S. Army from July 1, 1969, Until May 11, 1971.  He was a self-employed carpenter and remodeled houses and furniture.  Roy was a member of the Herrickville Wesleyan Church and a past member of the Potterville VFW.  On Aug. 8, 1970, he married the former Susan Walker.  He is survived by his wife, Susan at home; three sons, Roy E. Evans, Towanda, Roger L. Evans, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. and James R. Brown of LeRaysville; a daughter Helen A. Evans of LeRaysville; his parents, Ollin and Phyllis Evans of Rome RD 1; a granddaughter, Ashley Evans; a brother, Robert E. Evans of Rome RD 1; two sisters, Mrs. Dennis (Nioma) Cox of Rome RD 1 and Mrs. Douglas (Cindy) Erickson of Rome RD 1; also nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.  The funeral service will be held Friday beginning at 10 a.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. James Ketchum, pastor of the Herrickville Wesleyan Church officiating.  Interment will be in the Rome Cemetery with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  The family requests that flowers be omitted and donations may be made to Susan W. Evans, in her husband’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

Leon Avery FORBES Sr., 74, of Wysox RR 2, Wysox Township, PA died Sunday, November 9, 1997 at Memorial Hospital in Towanda.  Born December 23, 1922 in Wysox Township, he was a son of the late Smith Angel and Lura Naomi Gillette Forbes.  Mr. Forbes owned and operated his dairy farm and drove school bus in the area for many years.  He was also employed by GTE Sylvania in Towanda for 23 years until his retirement in 1986.  Following his retirement, Leon served as a rural newspaper deliveryman for the Daily Review in Towanda for a number of years.  Surviving are seven children; 17 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren; sisters, Luella Forbes of Troy, PA and Florence Robinson of Towanda; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Nancy C. Forbes, in 1995.  Funeral services were held November 12 (1 pm) at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda with the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson officiating and interment to be in Rome Cemetery, Rome, PA

FREDERICK –MARGARET E. NIMMO, 93, of Main St., Rome, died Wednesday, May 9, 2001 at the Bradford County Manor.  She was born Oct. 9, 1907, in Sheshequin, a daughter of the late Silas F. and Hattie (Bull) Frederick.  Margaret was predeceased by: her husbands, Wurt E. Brown in 1959 and David Clair Nimmo in 1972; her son, Orlando Brown in 2001; and her companion “Doc” Pierce.  She was a longtime resident of Rome and a graduate of North Rome School.  Margaret was a homemaker and an avid gardener.  Margaret and David moved to Long Prairie, Minn., where she attended many flower shows and place among the top three for her arrangements.  She enjoyed crocheting Afghans and rugs for her children and grandchildren, and always made sure that they received one.  She was a member of the Rome Presbyterian Church and the Sons of Union, Veterans of Civil War, where she traveled and participated in many of the reenactments.  Margaret is survived by sons and daughter-in-law, Silas and Merilee Brown of Hornbrook, Anselmo “Andy” Brown of Rome, and Wurt W. Brown of Rome; daughters-in-law, Sharon E. Brown and Helen M. Brown, both of Rome;  grandchildren, Sandra Strickland, Richard and Wanda Brown, Orlando E. and Tanya Brown, Rebecca and Daniel Saylor, Shawn and Angela Brown, Lawana and Mark Morse, Susan and Chad Rogers, Carol and Kevin Barnett, Brian Overpeck, Kevin Brown, Karen Antalek, Brenda Brown, Robert Brown, Craig Brown and Steven Brown; 26 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and special friend, Merna Mapes. Funeral services for Margaret will be held Monday, May 14, 2001 at 11 a.m. at the Sutfin funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols, N.Y.  Her pastor, the Rev. Karen Ballard, will officiate.  Interment will follow in the Rome Cemetery.  The family will receive their friends Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. –Towanda Daily Review.

FREER Edna L Blend Robinson, age 91, of Rome RR 3, died Monday evening, Dec 11, 2000, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.  She was born October 4, 1909, in Jersey Shore, PA, the d/o the late Charles and Ethel (CLARK) FREER.  Edna was a member of the Rome United Methodist Church and the Fort Antes Daughters of the American Revolution, Jersey Shore, Lycoming County.  Edna also enjoyed the monthly gatherings for meals and outings with the "Widow's Support Group."  Edna was predeceased by her husband, Lucius E. "Nub" ROBINSON, on Jan. 19,1997, one day before they would have shared their 24th wedding anniversary.  Edna is survived by her sister and brother-in-law; Betty and Charles MOSHIER, Horseheads, NY; step-daughters and their spouses; Ruth and Ed CARRINGTON of Ulster RR 1, Joanne and John LINGO of Philadelphia, and Betty and Floyd UHL of Athens; granddaughters: Suzanne and Kathy: great grandchildren, and step- great grandchildren.  She is also survived by several nieces and nephews, among them a special niece: Betty COX of Jersey Shore.  In addition to her husband, Edna was also predeceased by a sister; Reva FELTER, and brothers Forrest and Fred FREER.  Funeral services for Edna will be held on Friday, Dec. 15, 2000, at 11 a.m. at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St. Nichols, NY, with her pastor, Rev. Jane BENSLEY, officiating.  Interment will follow in the Rome Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m.  Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to the Rome United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 177, Rome, PA 18838, in loving memory of Edna L. Blend Robinson.

 

MISS E. PAULINE FRISBIE, 83, a lifelong resident of Rome passed away Friday evening April 3, 1987 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda. Born May 14, 1903 in Rome, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Maud Bushnell Frisbie. Following her graduation from Rome School in 1923 Pauline entered the employ of the Endicott-Johnson Shoe Company in Endicott, NY where she was a faithful employee until her retirement 46 years later. Miss Frisbie was a member of the North Orwell Union Church and the Rome Chapter #26, Order of the Easter Star. Surviving are a sister-in-law, Mrs. Emma Frisbie of Inverness, FL and a nephew, Paul Frisbie of Jermyn, PA. A funeral service will be held Monday at 2 p.m. at the North Orwell Union Church with her pastor the Rev. Michael Hughes officiating. Interment will be in the family plot in Rome Cemetery. Friends may call Monday afternoon one hour prior to the service. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda. Friends who wish may remember Miss Frisbie by directing memorials to the North Orwell Union Church or the North Orwell Community Hall. –Towanda Daily Review

 

GOODWIN Sharon J Marshall

Surrounded by her family, Sharon J. Marshall, 64, of Potterville Rd., Rome, Pa., died on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2011. Sharon was born on Oct. 14, 1946 in Windham, Pa a daughter of Evalee (Collins) and the late Lowell Goodwin. A dedicated and hard worker, while living and working in Maryland Sharon worked for a laundromat. In 1967, she married James Marshall and in 1974 they moved to Pennsylvania. She was a employee of SCI and Sanmina in Owego until 2004 when she was placed on disability. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother, Sharon treasured the time spent with her family. She also enjoyed cooking, jig saw puzzles, shopping and visiting the casino with her dear friends Betty and Helen.   In addition to her mother, Evalee, Sharon is survived by her children, Phoebe (Raymond) Root of LeRaysville, Pa., Donna (Jim Bride) Marshall of Towanda, Pa., Karen Robinson of Virginia, Tammy Hickey of Pennsylvania and James Marshall, Jr. of Rome, Pa.; her siblings, Marvin (Sue) Goodwin, Donald "Red" (Mary) Goodwin, Allen Goodwin, Dale (Jamie Gerhart) Ham, Thomas Collins, Donna (Jim) Rook, Kathy (Bruce) Covert;,Margaret "Peggy" (Jerry) Ebel, Dawn (Paul) Heckman and Ginny (Eric) Thoman; grandchildren, Dustin, Katie, Casey, Brock, Taylor, Jason, Jacob, Lucus, Zachary, Tyler, Alexis andRiley; a great grandson, Kaden; special friends Rick and Wendy Watson and Lee Folsom; and several nieces, nephews and their families. Sharon was predeceased by her father Lowell Goodwin, husband James Marshall, Sr. on July 4, 2005, grandson Dylan James Marshall and siblings James Goodwin, Cindy Goodwin, Bonnie Campbell and Linda Lamphere.  Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service and celebration of her life at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 16 at the United Church of Christ, Potterville with Pastor Tom Burlington, officiating. Interment and prayers of committal will follow in the Rome Cemetery. Memories and condolences for Sharon's family may be shared by visiting our website at www.sutfinfuneralchapel.com Flowers will be provided by the family. Cards and gifts of remembrance may be directed to the family at 392 Potterville Rd., Rome, PA 18837. Caring assistance is being provided by the Cooley family of the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols.  Towanda Daily Review - September  14, 2011

 

GOWAN - CARRIE CLARK
Carrie 'Elizabeth' Clark, 74, of Athens RR 1, PA, formerly of Towanda, died Saturday, November 5, 1994 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Ralph Hobbie, following an extended illness. Born April 13, 1920 in Terry Township, PA, she was a daughter of the late Cameron D. and Carrie Johnson Gowin. Mrs. Clark was a member of the Earl T. Fulmer VFW Post 6072, Durell and of the Athens Senior Citizens. She was employed by Sayre Lingerie and later by Towanda Corset Factory. Surviving are daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Ralph Hobbie of Athens RR 1 and Patricia and Keith Haight of Canton; a son and daughter-in-law, John and Linda Clark of Troy; seven grandchildren and one great-grandson; brothers, William Gowin of Mountain Lake and Walter Gowin of New Albany; sisters, Lillian Turner of Athens, Florence Smith of Towanda, June Cory of Wysox and Marjie McElwee of Wyalusing; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, John F. Clark, in 1985; two sisters and five brothers. Funeral services were held at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda on November 7 with the Rev. Paul West, pastor of the Ulster Village Presbyterian Church officiating and interment to be in the Rome Cemetery, Rome, PA. Memorials may be directed to Guthrie Hospice, RR 4, Box 60-A, Towanda, PA 18848 in Mrs. Clark's memory. (TGR, Thursday, November 17, 1994)

GOWIN –CARRIE ‘ELIZABETH’ CLARK, 74, Athens, PA, RR 1, formerly of Towanda died Nov. 5, 1994, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Ralph Hobbie, following an extended illness.  Born April 13, 1920, in Terry Township, PA she was a daughter of the late Cameron D. and Carrie Johnson Gowin.  Mrs. Clark was a 1939 graduate of the Towanda High School.  On Feb. 9, 1942, Elizabeth married John F. Clark, who preceded her in death on May 10, 1985.  She was a member of the Earl T. Fulmer VFW Post 6072, Durrell and of the Athens Senior Citizens. Her main interest in life was her family, especially her grandchildren, and she enjoyed knitting and crocheting, sewing and fishing.  Mrs. Clark was employed by Sayre Lingerie and later by the Towanda Corset Factory.  Surviving are two daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Ralph Hobbie, Athens RR 1, and Patricia and Keith Haight, Canton; a son and daughter-in-law, John and Linda Clark, Troy; seven grandchildren, Ralph II, Jack and Stephanie Hobbie, Magian Byron and Kyle Clark and Joann Haight; one great-grandson, Christopher; two brothers, William Gowin, Mt. Lake and Walter Gowin, New Albany; four sisters, Lillian Turner, Athens, Florence Smith, Towanda, June Cory, Wysox and Marjie McElwee, Wyalusing; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was also preceded in death by two sisters and five brothers.  The funeral service was held Nov. 7, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda, with the Rev. Paul West, pastor of the Ulster Village Presbyterian Church, officiating.  Interment was in the Rome Cemetery, Rome, PA.  Memorials may be directed to Guthrie Hospice, RR 4, Box 60-A Towanda, PA in Mrs. Clark’s memory.  –Canton Independent Sentinel.

HANSELL –GENEVIEVE R. ‘JENNY’ BRIMMER, 90, of Rome, Pa., passed away on Jan. 17, 2015 following a brief period of declining health. Jenny was born on July 22, 1924 in Terrytown, Pa., a daughter of the late George and Jennie (Jones) Hansell. She attended school in Rome and graduated from Rome High School class of 1942. On March 25, 1944, she married Reuben W. Brimmer and together would have celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary this March. Jenny worked at Sylvania in the Navy Department for a year and then went to work at the Rome Post Office in 1948, she retired from the post office in 1979 following 31 years of service. Jenny was a devoted member of the Rome Presbyterian Church where she participated in the church choir, taught Sunday school and enjoyed singing with the community singers for many years. In addition she was a member of the Rome Vigilante Engine Company Auxiliary and served as President for the Woman's Association. She enjoyed camping, traveling and being a homemaker. Jenny had a special love for music, and she taught herself to play the organ later in life. She will be greatly missed by her community and church family. Jenny is survived by her loving and devoted husband Reuben; many nieces, nephews and their families and many special friends. She was predeceased by her parents; three brothers: Francis, Reid and Robert Hansell; and six sisters: Hazel Hansell, Margaret Wiesner, Helen Hansell, Grace Craigie, Anna Parker and Mary Miller. Family and friends are invited to attend a period of visitation on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Rome Presbyterian Church. A funeral service and celebration of her life will follow at 1 p.m. with her pastor, Rev. Karen Ballard, officiating. Interment will follow in the Rome Cemetery. Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to the Rome Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 189, Rome, PA or the Genevieve Brimmer Scholarship Fund, c/o Northeast Bradford School, 526 Panther Lane, Rome, Pa  in loving memory of Genevieve R. "Jenny" Brimmer. Caring assistance is being provided by the Cooley Family of the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols. –Towanda Daily Review 1/19/2015

 

CHARLES R. HARRINGTON, 79, of Rome Township, Ulster RR 1, went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday morning, May 5, 1999, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.  He was born on May 24, 1919, in Rome Township, a son of the late George William and Nettie May (Strope) Harrington.  “Charlie,” as he was known by his family and friends, owned and operate the family farm in Rome.  He will be remembered for the loyalty he showed toward his community as Rome Township supervisor.  Charlie enjoyed bowling, hunting and spending time among Mother Nature’s natural beauty, although his greatest enjoyment was being surrounded by his loving family and many friends.  Charles is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 56 years, Louisa May “Peggy” (Brown) Harrington, at home; his daughters and sons-in-law, Donna (Harrington) and Gary Ross, Crawford, Ga., and Sheryl (Harrington) and Steve Hovan, Rome Twp.; his sons and daughters-in-law, Charles Boyd and Cherie Harrington, Rome, and Dale Richard and Marcia Harrington, Warren Center; his sister, Elizabeth Jones, Rome; his grandchildren, Stephanie (Howard) Haviland, Teri (Donald) Riney, Michele (Gary) Chappie, Charles Bruce (Cheryl) Harrington, Trudy (Keoki) Smith, Sonya Klotz, Jeffrey (Deidra) Ross, Shelly (Michael) Midkiff, Brian Ross, Brenda (Darren) Embry, Tyler Tross, Jason Ross, the Rev. Kevin Hovan, Karen (Michael) Jones, Scott Hovan, Mindy Hovan, Michael Harrington, Melanie Harrington, LeAnn Harrington and Laurel Harrington; his great-grandchildren, Zachary Haviland, Jordan Haviland, Alex Haviland, Preston Harrington, Paul Klotz, Chaves Smith, Keidos Smith, Mustaine Smith and Paisley Smith; his niece, Shirley (Duane) Phillips; nephews, Charles (Mary) Jones and Raymond (Sharon) Jones.  He was predeceased by his half-brothers, William and Percy Harrington.  A funeral and a celebration of Charlie’s life will be held on Saturday, May 8, 1999, at 11 a.m. at the North Rome Wesleyan Church, with the Rev. M. Richard Wolfe, pastor, and his grandson, the Rev. Kevin M. Hovan, officiating, assisted by the Rev. Carroll E. Brentlinger.  Interment will follow in the Rome Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 Main St., Nichols, and on Saturday from 10 until the time of the services at 11 a.m. at the church.  Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial donation to the Windham Ambulance, c/o Kelly Pakes, RR 2, Box 323, Rome, Pa. or the Intensive Care Unit at the Robert Packer Hospital, Guthrie Square, Sayre, Pa. in loving memory of Charles R. Harrington.  –Towanda Daily Review

HARRINGTON - Gone yet not forgotten, although we are apart your spirit lives within us and you are forever in our hearts. ... Our loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Elizabeth M. Jones, 90, of Battle Creek Road, Rome Twp., (RD 1, Ulster, PA) died on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Towanda. Elizabeth was born on Aug. 10, 1917, in Rome, Pa., a daughter of George and Nettie (Strope) Harrington. She also was a 50 plus year member of the Rome United Methodist Church; enjoyed daily walks and the companionship of her cat "Tillie." Elizabeth was devoted to her family and treasured the time spent with all of them. Elizabeth is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Shirley and Duane Phillips of Rome, Pa.; her sons and daughters-in-law: Charles and Mary Jones of North Orwell; Raymond and Sharon Jones of Ulster; a sister-in-law: Louisa Harrington of RR 1, Ulster; her special grandchildren: Robin and her husband Fred Wiginton, Kalesta and her husband Marc Retter; Carlyn and her husband Patrick Murphy; Shelly and her husband Todd Raymond, Susan and her husband Michael Serfass; Duane Jr. and his wife Jackie Phillips; Kay and her husband Michael Low; Kathy and her husband Bob Coon; Richard and his wife Jennifer Jones; Ray Jones, Lori Fenton, Lynn and her husband Craig Bennett; 26 great grandchildren, three great great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and their families also survive. She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years Edward LeRoy Jones on June 3, 1998; her son Edward LeRoy Jones, Jr. on June 29, 1988; brother Charles Harrington and a grandson Alan Phillips on March 30, 1974. A time of remembering and celebration of Elizabeth's life will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 8, at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 South Main St., Nichols, N.Y., with her pastor Rev. K. Ben Robinson, officiating. Interment and prayers of committal will follow in the Rome Cemetery. A period of visitation and sharing memories will be held from 11 a.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday at the funeral chapel. Memories and condolences for the family may also be shared by visiting our Web site (under obituaries) at www.sutfinfuneralchapel.com. Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to the Rome Cemetery, PO Box 63, Rome, Pa. 18837, in loving memory of Elizabeth M. Jones. - Published in the Towanda Daily Review - 1/7/2008.

 

HAYWARD Robert Lee Hayward Sr.

of Clarks Summit went home to be with the Lord surrounded by his loving family Wednesday at the Community Medical Center in Scranton. Born in Towanda on June 18, 1943 he was a son of the late Wesley and Gladys Nichols Hayward.  Robert retired from Claverack Electric Company as Tunkhannock District Supervisor after 35 years and was a member of the Clarks Summit United Methodist Church, Franklin Lodge 263, Rome Order of Eastern Star, former Mayor of Meshoppen, a social member of the Meshoppen Fire Company and a member of the Meshoppen Men's Club. He was a loving husband, father, and was very devoted to his grandchildren. Robert enjoyed golfing.  He was preceded in death by his brother Floyd.  Robert is survived by his wife of 48 years Grace Rowe Hayward; sons Robert Jr. and wife Angela of Springville, and Scott and wife Samantha of Meshoppen; daughter Lisa and husband David Howell of Centermoreland; eight grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday from the Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home, 73 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock, with Pastor Thomas Mott officiating.  Interment will be in the Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pa. Friends and family may call at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday evening. Memorial contributions may be made to the Meshoppen United Methodist Church, RR 4 Box 4021, Meshoppen, PA 18630.  Towanda Daily Review – November 3, 2011

 

HESKELL - Joyce L. Esmus 67, wife of Allan T. Esmus of 510 Fourth St., Towanda, Pa., died Friday, May 16, 2008, at Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa., following a courageous battle with cancer. Joyce was born on June 29, 1940, in Towanda, the daughter of Charles and Mary Clark Heskell. Joyce was employed by the Towanda Area School District in Wysox, Pa., for 10 years and was also employed by the Dandy Mini Mart on Main Street in Towanda for 10 years until declining health no longer permitted her to continue. She was a member of the Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 Auxiliary. Joyce enjoyed crocheting and will be remembered by her family and many friends for her generosity and selflessness. Surviving are: her husband, Allan, whom she married in August of 1956; sons: Allan T. Esmus Jr. and his wife, Sherri, of Dunmore, Pa., and Chris Esmus and his wife, Patti, of Towanda; grandchildren, Maureen, Maximillian and Karen Esmus; sister Arlene Swingle and her husband, Bill Swingle, of Homets Ferry, Pa.; brother Harold Heskell and his wife, Peggy Heskell, of Liberty Corners, Pa.; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends. She was preceded in death by her infant children, Ronald and Karen Esmus; sister Barbara Vermuelen; and brothers Howard, Clyde and George Heskell. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, May 19, at the funeral home. Interment will follow in the Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pa. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society, Bradford Unit, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, Pa. 17701-3945, in Joyce's memory. Towanda Daily Review, 17 May 2008

 

HIGH - Mrs. Frances M. Rockwell, wife of Wm. P. Rockwell, died June 15 at her home at Gillet Bridge after a protracted illness of cancer. Besides her husband, one son Edward Rockwell of Greene, NY, and one daughter Mrs. L.E. Cannan of Rome survive. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon from the M.E. church in Rome. -- Bradford Star, dated Thursday, June 22, 1916 Susan Austin SusanAustin@hotmail.com

 

HOEGER - Anna May Hoeger Reilly, 87, wife of Edward J. Reilly Jr. of Towanda RR 5, Sheshequin Township, Pa., formerly of South Waverly, Pa., and Kissimmee, Fla., died Wednesday evening, April 9, 2008, at her home following declining health.  Anna was born May 29, 1920, in Englewood, N.J., the daughter of the late Charles Hoeger and Anna Beckvermit Hoeger. She was a graduate of St. Cecelia High School in Englewood and subsequently attended art school in New York City. As a youth, Anna worked with her father in his printing shop.  On May 24, 1947, she married Edward J. Reilly Jr. at St. Cecelia's Catholic Church in Englewood, N.J.  During World War II., Anna was employed in a defense plant in New York City and was later employed as a supervisor for the New York City Port Authority for 13 years.  She was the proprietor of Anna Marie's Creations, a successful screen printing business in South Waverly, Pa., for a number of years . Anna possessed great love for her family and also enjoyed drawing, flowers and gardening.  She is survived by: her husband of nearly 61 years, Edward J. Reilly Jr., at home; her children, Edward J. Reilly III and his wife, Susan, of Clark Hill, S.C., Rosemary Egan of Dennville, N.J., Dennis Reilly and his wife, Maerose, of Old Tappan, N.J., Patricia Kelly and her husband, Brian, of Washington Township., N.J., and M. Kathy Bevacqua and her fiancé, Roger Hitchcock, of Towanda RR 5, Pa.; grandchildren, Victoria Reilly, Victoria Vugger and her husband, John, Shawn Reilly and his wife, Jamie, Susannah Kramer and her husband, Jacob, Martin Eagan and his wife, Julia, John Eagan and his wife, Collette, Theresa Seif, Tara Reilly, Danny Reilly, Michaela Reilly, Meghan Kelly, Sean Kelly, Nicole Mullen and her husband, Chris, and Michael Peutl and his wife, Jess; great-grandchildren, Kyle, Payton and Jake Kramer, Devon, Joe and Robbie Reilly, Mathew Eagan, Kirsten Cavanaugh, Jocelyn and Jayden Mullen, and Ethan Peutl; her sister, Charlotte Raymond of Sussex, N.J.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by grandsons Edward Joseph Reilly IV and James Eagan; a granddaughter, Erin Reilly; a son-in-law, James Eagan; her sister Helen; and her brother, Charlie.  Anna's family wishes to express their greatest appreciation to her loving caregivers, Cheryl Ciparino, Sherry Donovan, Holly Johnson, Carrie Camp and Julie Shumway.  The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, April 14, at SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Third Street, Towanda, Pa.  Interment will be private in the Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pa.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Beirne-Webster VFW Post, RR 3, Towanda, Pa. 18848, or to the Bradford County Humane Society, PO Box 179, Ulster, Pa. 18850, in Anna M. Reilly's memory.  Submitted by Carol Brotzman.  Daily Review on 4/11/2008

 

GUY HOLCOMBE
Guy D. Holcombe, 77, of Troy Heights in Troy and a former resident of North Towanda died Friday, September 14, 1990 at the Troy Community Hospital after an extended illness. Born February 9, 1913 in Sayre, he was the son of F. Leslie and Fesa Brink Holcombe. Mr. Holcombe operated the Nationwide Insurance Agency in Towanda and he and his wife, the former Marian Horton, also managed Western Union Telegraph for twenty years. Mr. Holcombe served on the Township Board of Supervisors and was an active member of the North Towanda United Methodist Church. He was a member of the Roman Lodge No. 418 F & AM, the Towanda Area Senior Citizens and a former active member of the Towanda Rotary Club. In 1987 they made their home in Troy. Mr. Holcombe is survived by his wife, Marian Horton Holcombe, at home; daughters and sons-in-law, Lillian and Paul Martin, Edinboro, PA and Lana and Sylvio Desloges, Ashville, NC; son and daughter-in-law, Ronald and Deanna Holcombe, Ashville, NC; son, Randy Holcombe, Columbia Cross Roads RD 2; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were held at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda on September 17 with the Rev. Larry Lutz officiating and burial to be in the Rome Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Troy Ambulance Association, Box 13, Troy, PA 16947 in Guy D. Holcombe's memory. (TGR, Thursday, September 20, 1990)

 

HOOVER –ALBERTA J. ELLIOTT, 68, a resident of Bradford County Manor, formerly of Rome Township, went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2004.  She was born July 9, 1936, in Sayre, the daughter of the late Martin and Pearl Hoover.  She attended Wyalusing area schools.  On July 15, 1955, Alberta married Aubrey Elliott at her parents’ home in Terry Township.  The made their home on Jewell Hill in Rome Township.  Alberta took pride in her family, especially her grandchildren.  She also enjoyed the many activities at the Bradford County Manor, especially the church services.  Alberta was very fond of singing old hymns.  She was a member of the Union Valley Mennonite Church.  Aubrey, her husband, died on Dec. 8, 1980.  She is also predeceased by her daughter, Audrey, in 1977; her sister, Betty Hummell, and an infant brother, Robert Hoover.  She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Joan and Blair Babcock of Rome; son and daughter-in-law, Martin Elliott and Marie Ammerman of Rome; grandchildren, Garth Babcock of Mansfield, Devon Babcock of Rome, Martin Elliott Jr. and Joseph Elliott both of Wysox; her step-children, James Douglas and Tina Dunbar both of New Albany, Bonnie Dunbar of York, Edon Babcock of Augusta, Ga.; nine step-great grandchildren; her brother and sister-in-law, Willard and Marjorie Vanderpool of Athens; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and her many friends at the Bradford County Manor.  Family and friends may call from 1-2 p.m. Saturday at Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc. at 225 South Main St. in Athens.  Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. and the funeral home.  Burial will be in the Rome Cemetery in Rome.  Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Union Valley Mennonite Church, Ulster, PA or to the Valley Youth Hunter Education Challenge, Inc. Sayre, PA. –Towanda Daily Review.

 

HOPKINS Karson Riley Hopkins

age 3, of Rome, Pa. died after a 2 year battle with cancer on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011 at the Geisinger Hospital in Danville, Pa. with his loving family at his side.  Karson was born in Towanda, Pa., on Nov. 7, 2008, the son of Brian D. and Atisha E. (Gerhart) Hopkins of Rome, Pa.  Also surviving, are brothers; Brady and Daylan Hopkins of Rome, Pa.; maternal grandmother Ruth Novisher of Coudersport, Pa.; maternal grandfather, Butch Gerhart of Coudersport, Pa.; paternal grandparents, David and Judy Hopkins of Wyalusing, Pa.; maternal great grandmother, Ruth Gerhart of Coudersport, Pa.; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.Karson always had a smile on his face and brought others joy. He loved to throw and kick any ball he could find, play with his trucks and cars, and watch movies. He was a whiz on the I-pad and loved to spend time with his two older brothers. Friends and family may call from 3 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011 at the P. Dean Homer Funeral Home, 1 Grovedale Ln., Wyalusing, Pa.  Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 21, 2011 at the funeral home with a 10 a.m. viewing. Pastor David Dewing is officiating. Interment will follow at the Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pa. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in memory of Karson to: Give Kids the World, 210 South Bass Rd., Kissimmee, FL. 34746 or Make-A-Wish, 1327 Pittston Ave., Scranton, PA. 18505  Towanda Daily Review - November 18, 2011

 

HAROLD H. HORTON SR., 91, formerly of Chemung View Apartments, Athens, and of Wysox RD 2, Rome Township, died early Wednesday morning, March 21, 1990 at the Sayre House where he was a guest.  Born Oct. 8, 1898 in Sheshequin Township, he was a son of Clayton D. and Charlena Davidson Horton Sr.  Mr. Horton owned and operated his farm in Ghent for many years and was also a well-known cattle dealer in the area.  He was a member of the Rome United Methodist Church, a 50-year member of Roman Lodge No. 418 F. and AM and was also a member of the Scottish Rites Bodies Valley of Towanda, Williamsport Consistory, 32nd Degree.  Surviving are two sons and daughters-in-law, Harold H. Jr. and Mary Horton of Binghamton, Kenneth A. and Olga Horton of Moneta, Va.; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law, Clayton and Marion Horton of Waverly, N.Y.; brother, Murray Horton of Waverly a sister-in-law, Ella Repsher of North Towanda.  Several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.  He was preceded in death by his wife Myrtle Anna Horton on Sept. 23, 1982.  The funeral service will be held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the Rome United Methodist Church with the Rev. Wilmot Mather officiating.  Interment will be in the Rome Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Saturday from 7-9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda.  Roman Lodge No. 418 F and AM will hold Masonic services at the funeral home Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home.  –Towanda Daily Review

 

HORTON Harry L. Horton

91, well known resident of North Rome, Pa., died Saturday morning, May 7, 2011 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa.   Harry was born on Taylor Hill, Rome Township, Pa., on Dec. 31, 1919, the son of Robert R. Horton and Mabel M. Conklin Horton. He attended the Orwell and Rome schools and in early years worked on several area farms. Harry was employed by the Tioga Feed Mill in Waverly, N.Y., for many years. On Sept. 10, 1938, Harry married the former Helen Virginia Struble in West Minster, Md. Following the death of his father, Harry assisted his mother in the operation of their store and gas station known as Horton's Store in Allis Hollow and continued operating the business following his mother's death until the property was sold in 1997. Harry's father purchased the store in 1928.  Music was always an enjoyable and important part of Harry's life. Harry played the banjo, fiddle and accordion with the Horton-Thetga Band and several different bands throughout the area over the years. He was widely known for his square dance calling and banjo playing. Harry loved tinkering with cars, operating the family store, visiting with people and possessed a congenial and outgoing personality which easily allowed him to make friends with everyone he met.  He is survived by: his wife of 72 years, Helen Horton at home; daughter, Shirley Horton of North Rome; daughter and Son-in-law, Carolyn and William Luft of East Athens; grandson, Daniel Davis of Thailand; sister, Marian Holcombe of Wilmington, N.C.; aunt, Marian Keifer of Vineland, N.J.; several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by: his Father, Robert R. Horton on Oct. 30, 1973; mother, Mabel M. Conklin Horton on July 27, 1982; and sisters, Leila O'Connor and Beulah Houghtaling.  The family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with the funeral service following at 3 p.m. with Pastor Kenneth Crain officiating. Interment will be private in the Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pa.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850 in Harry L. Horton's memory.  Towanda Daily Review – May 9, 2011

 

HORTON –MARIAN V. HOLCOMBE, 103, of Wilmington, North Carolina, formerly of Edgewood Drive, Troy, Pennsylvania, passed away early Monday morning, Feb. 5, 2018, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Center in Wilmington, North Carolina. Born Sept. 23, 1914 in Rome Township, Bradford County, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Robert R. and Mabel Conklin Horton. Marian was a graduate of Rome High School class of 1932. On Dec. 24, 1934, she married Guy D. Holcombe in Horseheads, New York who preceded her in death on Sept. 14, 1990. In 1945, Mr. and Mrs. Holcombe moved to Towanda, Pennsylvania and were licensed agents for the Nationwide Insurance Company for 32 years, retiring in 1976. Marian and Guy also operated the Western Union Office in Towanda for 20 years. Marian played in the family orchestra at dances throughout the area for 30 years. She was a past member of Order of Eastern Star Chapter No. 26, Rome, Towanda Business and Professional Women’s Organization, Towanda Garden Club, and the North Towanda United Methodist Women’s group. Marian was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Troy, Pennsylvania and the United Methodist Women. Marian and Guy enjoyed spending their winter months in Florida from 1975 to 1988. Surviving are her daughters, Lillian Martin of Columbus, Ohio and Lana Desloges of Wilmington, North Carolina; son and daughter-in-law, Ronald and Patricia Holcombe of Gloucester, North Carolina; son, Randy G. Holcombe of Columbia Cross Roads, Pennsylvania; grandchildren, Gregory Martin and wife Laura of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Brian Martin of Columbus, Ohio, Lisa Holcombe Hampsey of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Leslie Jo Holcombe Craig of Winston Salem, North Carolina, Chantal Desloges Hayes (Graham) of Winston Salem, North Carolina; great grandchildren, Nicholas Hampsey, Christina Hampsey, Melia Martin, Minae Martin, Katie Martin, Fiona Hayes, Natalia Hayes, Sienna Hayes, Kayla Craig, Brad Craig and Brooke Craig; great great grandchildren, Viviana and Braxton, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her husband and parents, Marian was predeceased by her sisters, Leila O’Connor, Beulah Hotaling and husband John, and brother, Harry Horton. A graveside memorial service will be held at the Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pennsylvania and will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda, Pennsylvania. –Towanda Daily Review 2/8/2018

CLYDE LEE JOHNSON, 56 of Towanda RR 3 died Monday morning, Jan. 25, 1999 at his home following a period of declining health.  Born May 24, 1942 in Sayre, PA., Clyde was raised by his late grandparents, Archie and Jessie Rhodes of Canton, PA.  Clyde was a graduate of Canton High School and later served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Cuban Crisis.  On July 28, 1962 he married the former Myra Alloway at the Canton Baptist Church.  Clyde was employed by the Masonite Corp. in Wysox for 22 years until his retirement.  He was a member of Beirne-Webster VFW Post No. 1568, Towanda and was a former member of the Towanda Eagles Club.  Surviving are: his wife, Myra Johnson at home; his children, Celeste Jeanne Johnson of Towanda RR 3, James E. and his wife Vivian Johnson of Ridgebury, Pa., Connie Jean and her husband Jeff Wood of Sayre, Edward S. Johnson of Columbus, Ohio, Robert A. Johnson and his fiancé, Jennifer Quackenbush of Rochester, N.Y.; seven grandchildren; a sister, Mary Jane Johnson of New Jersey; his mother-in-law, Clesta Alloway of Milan; two aunts, Marletta Bassett and Marcella Palmer both of Canton.  The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda.  The funeral and committal service will be held Friday, Jan. 29, 1999 at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Allen Hulslander, pastor of the Towanda First United Methodist Church officiating.  Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 will accord military honors at the funeral home.  Interment will be in the Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pa.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to Memorial Emergency Medical Services, 1 Hospital Dr., Towanda, Pa. in Mr. Johnson’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review

JOHNSON –JANICE MARIAN JOHNSON BUMP, 72, of Asylum Township, Pa., passed away Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa. Janice was born on Feb. 27, 1943 in Sayre, the daughter of Admiral Johnson Sr. and Florence Mosier Johnson. She was a graduate of Towanda High School class of 1961 and was employed by GTE Sylvania in Towanda as a chemical technician for 35 years until her retirement. Janice will be remembered for her kind and gracious personality and for her love of family, camping, flowers and shopping. Surviving are her husband of 50 years, Carl D. Bump; daughter and son-in-law, Candi and Randy Johnson of Asylum Township; loving grandchildren, Katrina Benscoter and husband Joshua of Sugar Run, Jason Johnson and fiancée Autumn of Asylum Township, Jamie Johnson of Asylum Township; great-grandchildren, Tanner and Zoey Benscoter; sisters, Lucille Chapman and husband Earl of Ulster, Sherrie Rice and husband Ken of Asylum Township; brother, Anthony "Tony" Johnson of Asylum Township; sisters-in-law, Sheila Johnson and Roberta Johnson of Asylum Township; several additional brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins; her canine companion, Smokey and feline companion, Mo. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by brothers, Ronald Johnson and wife Doris, Marvin Johnson, Admiral Johnson Jr.; sisters, Doris Whitson and husband Ronald and Yvonne McCarthy and husband Robert. A private family funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 2, 2015 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. Interment will follow in the Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pa. The family suggests that contributions be directed to the American Cancer Society, Bradford Unit, 1948 East Third St., Williamsport, PA in memory of Janice. –Towanda Daily Review 10/29/2015

JONES -CARLYN DENISE MURPHY, 51, of Plainville, MA and formerly of North Orwell, PA and Worcester, MA passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019. She was the beloved wife of Patrick S. Murphy, to whom she was wed on May 6, 1995. Carlyn was born in Waverly, NY on Aug. 7, 1968. She was a loving daughter of the late Charles K. and Mary L. (Sackett) Jones. Carlyn was a 1986 graduate of Northeast Bradford High School. Upon graduation, she furthered her education, earning her associate of science from Central City Business Institute of Syracuse, NY in 1998; her bachelor of science in liberal studies from Assumption College of Worcester in 1992; her certificate in human resource management also from Assumption College in 1994; and finally her master of arts in human resource development from American International College in 1996. Carlyn was currently employed as a senior talent acquisition specialist at Medtronic. For six years prior she had been a talent acquisition specialist in the medical device industry, working for Covidien in Mansfield, MA and Medical Specialties Distributors in Stoughton, MA. From 2005 to 2012, Carlyn was a beloved substitute teacher for the Plainville Public School System. Prior to being a substitute teacher and stay-at-home mom, Carlyn spent 12 years as a human resource specialist for Motorola in Mansfield; Alpine Computer Systems in Holliston, MA; Allmerica Financial in Worcester and Paul Revere Insurance in Worcester. Carlyn was a former member and sunshine coordinator for the MOMS Club of Plainville Area and was also an active member of the King Philip Music Association as a volunteer at Gillette Stadium, a color guard mom, and chaperone. She was a longtime communicant of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church in North Attleboro. In addition to being a devoted wife and mother, as well as spending time with her family and friends, Carlyn loved reading, walking, playing games and traveling. She had a smile and exuberance that lit up a room, eyes as sparkling blue as the ocean, and a heart that touched everyone’s life she met. Besides her husband of 24 years, she is survived by her beloved children: Sean Murphy and Bethany Murphy of Plainville. She was the dear sister of: Robin Wiginton and her husband Fred of Whitesboro, NY; Kalesta Retter and her husband Marc of Ridgefield, CT and Shelly Raymond and her husband Todd of Savannah, NY. She also leaves many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, as well as a countless number of friends and colleagues. Visiting hours, to which relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend, will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019 at the Sperry & McHoul Funeral Home, 15 Grove Street, North Attleboro, MA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for Carlyn at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019 in St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church, 14 Park Street, North Attleboro, MA. The family requests that all those attending please go directly to the church on the morning of the funeral. There will be no procession from the funeral home. Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service at 2 p.m. on Nov. 3, 2019 at the North Orwell Union Church, 34203 PA Route 187, Rome, PA. Interment will be held privately at Rome Cemetery in Rome, where Carlyn will be laid to rest with her parents. -Towanda Daily Review 10/28/2019

CHARLES K. JONES - No farewell words were spoken, no time to say good bye, you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why. ... Charles K. Jones, 82, of North Orwell, Pennsylvania passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at his home. Charlie, as he was affectionately known by his family and friends, was born on Sept. 19, 1935, in Sayre, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Edward LeRoy and Elizabeth M. (Harrington) Jones. He was a graduate of the Rome High School Class of 1953. Following graduation, Charlie went to work at Westinghouse. His work there was brief as he decided it would be better to travel the countrysides visiting with area farmers and hauled milk for Crowley’s as owner/operator of EL & CK Jones & Son. On March 19, 1960, a windy and frosty day, he married Mary Sackett. Together they raised four daughters who were the apple of his eye. In 1999, following 42 years of hauling milk, Charlie retired, and the friendships and the stories he shared over the years remain with us. Charlie was a member of the Rome United Methodist Church and attended the North Orwell Union Church. Charlie was a dedicated member of the Roman Lodge #418 F & AM Masonic Lodge in Rome, Pennsylvania where he served as Pastor Patron; and he was just recognized for his 60 year membership in March. In addition, he also served as Worthy Patron for Rome Chapter of Order of Eastern Star No. 26. Charlie was a friend to many, he could approach a stranger and soon following their visit they would be friends. His infectious smile and caring ways will be greatly missed by his family. He enjoyed walking, hiking and was a volunteer at the Bradford County Manor although his greatest love was being surrounded by his family.
Charlie will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 58 years, Mary (Sackett) Jones; his daughters and sons-in-law: Robin and Fred Wiginton, Kalesta and Marc Retter, Carlyn and Patrick Murphy, Shelly and Todd Raymond; his grandchildren: Daniel Wiginton, Tyler (Kayla) Wiginton, Nolan Wiginton (fiancée Lauren Pallas) Lindsay Wiginton (Philip Morrissey), Alexandra Retter, Gillian Retter, Sean Murphy, Bethany Murphy, Kelsey and Jonny Leubner, Katie Raymond, Kristina Raymond and Collin Raymond; two great grandchildren: Quinten Cordon-Wiginton and Joshuah Claypool; his brother and sister-in-law: Raymond and Sharon Jones; sister and brother-in-law: Shirley and Duane Jones; his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Katherine and Floyd Burns, Nancy and Robert Archer, Joan and David Redman, Janet and Albert Campbell, Stephen Sackett and Sandy Clark; many nieces, nephews and their families also survive.
Charlie was predeceased by his parents Edward LeRoy and Elizabeth M. Jones; a brother Roy Jones; Mary’s parents: Roy and Mary Sackett; his brothers-in-law: Kenneth Sackett, Karl Sackett, Keith Edward Sackett and a sister-in-law Doris Sackett. Family and friends are invited to attend a period of visitation from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols. A Masonic service will be conducted at the beginning of calling hours. Funeral services and celebration of Charlie’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 23, at the North Orwell Union Church, with his Pastor Rev. Philip T. Wanck, officiating. Interment and prayers of committal will follow in the Rome Cemetery. Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to the Rome Masonic Lodge, PO Box 143, Rome, PA, North Orwell Cemetery, c/o Cathy Rought, 53 Roughts Hollow Lane, Rome, PA or the North Orwell Union Church c/o Cathy Rought, 53 Roughts Hollow Lane, Rome, PA in loving memory of Charles “Charlie” K. Jones. –Towanda Daily Review 5/19/2018

 

EDWARD LEROY JONES JR., 47 of Rome (Ulster RD 1) died suddenly Wednesday June 29, 1988 at his home as the result of an accident. He was born December 4, 1940 in Sayre, a son of Edward L. and Elizabeth (Harrington) Jones Sr. He was a graduate of Northeast Bradford High School, class of 1960. He has been an owner operator of E. L. & C. K. Jones Trucking Co. for 30 years and engaged in milk transporting for Crowley Foods Inc., Binghamton. As an avid outdoorsman and bowler he was a member of the Eastern Bradford Rod and Gun Club, Potterville and the Jones Bowling Team for many years. He was also a member of the United Methodist Church, Rome. Roy will be remembered for his friendliness and ever-present eagerness to help those in need. In addition to his parents of Rome he is survived by his daughters and son-in-law, Lori and Kevin Coon, Lynn Jones and Ray Jones, all of Rome, his brothers and sisters-in-law: Charles and Mary Jones, North Orwell, Raymond and Sharon Jones, Rome: his sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and Duane Phillips: his granddaughters, Tanyan and Amber Coon, several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and a very dear friend, Carolyn Newman of North Orwell. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, Nichols with is pastor, Rebekah Sweet officiating. Internment will follow in Rome Cemetery. Memorials in his memory may be directed to the Rome United Methodist Church, Rome Vigilante and Rescue or the Windham Ambulance. The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 p.m. Friday at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, Nichols. –Towanda Daily Review

 

JOYCE   Margaret "Jane" Joyce LaBarre, 88, well known resident of Rome RR 3, Rome Twp., Pa., died Sunday evening, March 7, 2010 at the Guthrie Sayre House in Sayre, Pa.  Jane was born April 16, 1921, in Sayre, Pa., the daughter of the late John and Sara Woodburn Joyce. She was a graduate of Rome High School Class of 1939. On Oct. 2, 1939, she married Charles F. "Frank" LaBarre in Rome Twp. Jane assisted her husband in the operation of the LaBarre Family Century Farm in Rome Twp. and also served as an assistant instructor at the Diet Workshop in Towanda and Wysox for many years. Jane was an honored member of the Rome United Methodist Church for 75 years and served as one of the first women church trustees. She was always very dedicated and actively involved with her church where she served as Chairman of the Administrative Board, Past President of the United Methodist Women and taught Sunday school for many years. Jane also was an active supporter of the Bloodmobile work effort in the area and was a blood donor her entire life. Jane possessed great love for her family and for family gatherings. She also enjoyed painting and gardening.  She is survived by: her children, Charles F. LaBarre Jr. and his wife, Arlene LaBarre, of Rome RR3, J. David LaBarre and his wife, Claudia LaBarre, of Rome RR2, Rosanne Felter and her husband, Keith Felter, of Rome RR3, Linda Hosley and her husband, Gary Hosley, of Rome RR3, Sandra Vaughan and her husband, Elwood Vaughan, of Rome RR3; 13 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Perl and Lillian Shores of Ghent; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Charles F. "Frank" LaBarre Sr. on May 30, 1990; son, Richard A. "Dick" LaBarre on Nov. 2, 2009; grandsons, David and Michael LaBarre in 1979; and by a brother, Woodburn Joyce; and a sister, Elizabeth Russell.  The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Saturday evening at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa.  A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday afternoon, March 14, at the Rome United Methodist Church with the Rev. K. Ben Robinson, pastor, officiating.  Interment will be private in the Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pa.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Rome United Methodist Church, in care of Billie Dotson, P.O. Box 41, Rome, PA 18837 or to Hezekiah's Hands in care of the First Presbyterian Church, 5 Court St., Towanda, PA 18848, in Margaret "Jane" LaBarre's memory.  March 09, 2010, Towanda Daily Review.

 

KEELER –NANCY L. ROSS - When I come to the end of the road, and the sun has set for me, remember the love that we have shared and that will comfort thee. ... Nancy L. Ross, 80, of Wysox, (Rome Borough) Pennsylvania went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at the Bradford County Manor. Nancy was born on March 16, 1938 in Nichols, New York, the only child of the late Merritt L. and Lena B. (Olmstead) Keeler. She attended school in Nichols until the middle of her senior year, when her class merged with students at Tioga Central. Nancy was a member of the first graduating class of 1956 from Tioga Central. Following graduation she started working at IBM in Owego, New York, and through that connection she met her future husband, Robert Ross. Nancy and Robert were married on Sept. 14, 1963 at the East Smithfield Federated Church and together they have shared 55 years of marriage. Over the years, Nancy was employed at various jobs while raising her two sons, the longest being at the Sears catalog store in Wysox, Pennsylvania. A loving wife, a devoted mother and caring grandmother, her greatest pleasure was to give whatever she had to others. Nancy was a devoted member of the North Rome Wesleyan Church. She enjoyed listening to music, singing and playing the piano. Nancy is survived by her husband, Robert Ross; her sons and daughters-in-law, Edward K. and Sara Ross; R. Scott and Doreen Ross; 10 grandchildren: Kate Ross, Ian Ross, Anna Ross, Emily Ross — all children of Ed and Sara Ross; Amanda Laudermilch, Aaron Ross, Ashton Ross, Avery Ross Mabigail Moyer and Alyssa Ross — all children of R. Scott and Doreen Ross; 11 great-grandchildren, Brooklyn, London, Britton, Aurora, Joshua, Arabella, Judah, Landyn, Joyanna, Jaxon and Rosalee. Several cousins and their families also survive. Family and friends are invited to attend a period of visitation and time of sharing memories from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 9 at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols. A funeral service and celebration of Nancy’s life will follow at noon with Pastor Ed Ross and Pastor Larry Burke, officiating. Interment and prayers of committal will be held at the convenience of the family in the Rome Cemetery. Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to the Big Brother/Big Sister Program, 10 Park St. No. 2, Towanda PA in loving memory of Nancy L. Ross. –Towanda Daily Review 3/5/2019

 

LaBARRE Lillian Shores

96, of Ulster died on Sept. 20, 2013, at the Towanda Memorial Hospital. She was born on Dec. 12, 1916, the daughter of the late Charles and Frances (Jewell) LaBarre in Bumpville, Pa. On Sept. 13, 1941, she married her husband, Perl A. Shores, at her family home in Bumpville. Beginning at age 11, Lillian religiously kept a diary of her and Perl's life. She was a member of the Hornbrook Methodist Church until its closing and supporter of Rome Methodist, Ulster Methodist and Bumpville Bible Churches. She was an avid Yankee fan and spent many hours watching the games and sharing with her group of ninety something Yankee fans. She loved flowers and tending her gardens. She, along with her husband enjoyed spending visits from their nieces, nephews and neighbors. Lillian was preceded in death by her husband, Perl A. Shores, on Jan. 17, 2013; brother, Frank LaBarre; and sister, Elizabeth Shores. Lillian is survived by her children, Frances Brown and Boyd Shores; grandchildren, Jennifer, Kathryn and Molly; great grandchildren, Heather, Andrew and Magnus Perl; many nieces, nephews and special friends .A memorial service and celebration of her life will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013, at the Rome United Methodist Church, 986 Main St., Rome, Pa., with Rev. Ronald Dyer officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Rome Methodist Church Memorial Fund, c/o Connie Pisanick, 112 Spruce St., Towanda PA 18848; or the Bumpville Bible Church, P.O. Box 238, Rome PA 18837. Caring assistance is being provided by the Cooley-Tioga Point Cremation and Burial Options, Inc., 802 N. Main St., Athens, PA 18810. Towanda Daily Review – September 22, 2013

 

ROBERT S. LENT SR., 75 of State College, Pa died Sunday, March 14, 2004 at Mount Nittany Medical Center.  He was born Nov. 18, 1928 in Herrickville at the home of his parents, Chauncey and Emma Smiley Lent.  He graduated from Camptown High School in 1945.  He received a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from Cornell University.  He received post-master’s credits from the University of Syracuse (NDEA Fellowship), Mansfield University and Penn State.  Following graduation from Cornell in 1949, he was a teacher of vocational agriculture in the LeRay-Pike School District in LeRaysville.  Following consolidation of the LeRaysville School into the Northeast Bradford School District, he continued to teach vocational agriculture.  Beginning in 1960, he also served as guidance director for the school.  In 1962 he joined the staff of the Bradford County Superintendent of schools as the school psychologist.  In 1965, he was elected to the position of supervisor of special education for the Bradford and Sullivan Counties schools.  In 1971, with the implementation of intermediate units in Pennsylvania, he was hired as the first director of special education for BLAST Intermediate Unit 17.  He served as director of special education for 17 years before retiring in 1988.  Following retirement and a move to State College, he served as a substitute supervisor for Intermediate Unit 10 during the 1988-90 school years.  During the 1996-97 school year, he served as an educational consultant in the Penns Valley School District in Centre County.  While serving as director of special education, he was the administrator of the Pennsylvania Materials Center for the Sensory Impaired and the Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Center.  He represented the Pennsylvania Department of Education in the review and approval of special education programs at several universities and approved private schools.  He also served as a member of special –education audit teams in compliance audits of school districts and Intermediate Unit-operated special education programs.  He was an adjunct professor at Mansfield University.  He served on the State Advisory Board for Vocational Education, Special Education, Title Three, Title Four and Special Olympics.  He served as chairman of the Pennsylvania Association of Intermediate Unit Directors of Special Education.  He was a member of several professional organizations and was a charter member of the Mansfield University Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa.  He served for years as a member of the board of directors of Martha Lloyd Community Services in Troy.  Upon retirement from the board, he was made a board member emeritus and one of the residences was named “The Lent House” in his honor.  In 1988, The Pennsylvania Federation Council for Exceptional Children presented the Bernice Baumgartner Award to Robert: for outstanding and continued service to exceptional children.”  He was active in his church, serving in the following capacities in the St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in State College; administrative board, nominations committee, staff-parish committee, audit committee and Christian pre-school advisory committee.  He was a member of LeRay Lodge 471, LeRaysville.  He is survived by his wife, Gayl Ross, whom he married in 1951; two daughters, Rebecca of Paso Robles, Calif., and Elizabeth and her husband George Gibblets of Wysox; a son, Robert Jr. and his wife, Wendy of Gibsonia; a sister, Marcia and her husband, Ivan Allis of Elmira, N.Y.; a brother, Richard and his wife, Jane of Harbor Springs, Mich.; and six grandchildren, Michael, Matthew, Willie, Aaron, Breanna and Connor, who will all miss their grandfather very much, as we all will.  A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the First United Methodist Church of Towanda.  Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.  Koch Funeral Home, 240 S. Atherton St., State College is handling arrangements.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church of Towanda or Martha Lloyd Community Services, Troy.  –Towanda Daily Review (Buried Rome Cemetery, Rome, Pa.)

LENOX –GERALDINE DIMON CORBIN, 94, a lifelong resident of Rome and Wysox, died on Wednesday, July 30, 2003, at the Tioga Nursing Facility, Waverly.  Geraldine was born on Sept. 29, 1908, a daughter of the late James T. and Lizzie (Strope) Lenox of Allis Hollow. Gerry is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Alice and William Watson of Towanda; her son and daughter-in-law, Richard H. and Louise Dimon, of Gillett; a daughter-in-law, Margaret Dimon of Wysox; her stepchildren, George Dana and his wife, Jean Corbin of Okeechobee, Fla., Gerald Grant and his wife, Linda Corbin of Sayre, Christine and her husband, Ora Thetga, of Potterville; 10 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Gerry was predeceased by her husbands, Leon C. Dimon and George Corbin; her son James L. Dimon; a grandson, David Dimon; brothers Earl and Howard Lenox; and her sister Nellie Lenox Richmond. At Geraldine's request all services will be held at the convenience of the family on Saturday, at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols. Interment will follow in the Rome Cemetery.  Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to Tioga Senior Living, 44 Ball St., Waverly, N.Y. 14892, in loving memory of Geraldine Dimon Corbin. Submitted by Carol Brotzman.  –Towanda Daily Review.

LENT - Iva Pearl Lent Davis, 80, of Leavenworth, Kan., died at her home Monday, Jan. 14, 2002.  She was born Oct. 20, 1921, in Staten Island, N.Y., the daughter of Ira P. and Gertrude E. Collingwood Lent.  She married Clifford F. Davis on June 7, 1943, in Ulster.  He preceded her in death in 1990.  She traveled with her husband in his military career and moved permanently to Leavenworth in 1963.  She worked out of her home and operated a child-care center, where all of the children through the years knew her as Grandma.  She loved to play bingo and played all over the Leavenworth area.  She was a member of the Lansing United Methodist Church.  She volunteered at the VA Hospital in Leavenworth, and at nursing homes in the area.  She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary, the Eagles Ladies Auxiliary, the American Legion Auxiliary, and the Cooties Auxiliary, in which she served through the chairs and as president.  She is survived by her four daughters, Elaine E. Teachout, Marilynn I. Jordan and Virginia M. Davis, all of Leavenworth; Elizabeth A. Rhoten of Canon City, Colo., ; sister, Gwladys E. Scott of Troy; 19 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be 11 a.m. today at the Barnett-Larkin-Brown Funeral Home, Leavenworth, with the Rev. Jim Hopwood officiating.  A graveside service will be held Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the Rome Cemetery, with the Rev. Karen Ballard officiating. Local arrangements are being handled by the Vickery Funeral Home Inc., 110 W. Main St., Troy, Pa. 16947.  Memorial contributions are to be directed to the Lansing United Methodist Church.

LEWIS - MILLER, FANNIE B.  Services were held Mar. 3, for Fannie B. Miller, 92, Wysox, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda, with Rev. Harry L. Ferguson officiating.  Interment was in Rome Cemetery.  Mrs. Miller died Feb. 29, 1984 at Heritage Nursing Home, Athens.  She was born Dec. 6, 1891 on Towner Hill, Rome Twp., daughter of William George and Ellen R. Taylor Lewis.  She taught school and later operated a dairy farm with her husband in Rome.  She is survived by daughters, Mrs. Lyle (Gladys) Maryott of Wysox and Mrs. Donald (Marjorie) Maslin of Rome; two grandsons; a granddaughter; nine great-grandchildren; sister, Mrs. Alfred (Helen) Merrill of Troy; several nieces and nephews.  (TGR March 8, 1984)