RINEBOLD –HELEN RINEBOLD WALKER, 89, formerly of North Wilbur Avenue, Sayre, Pa., and the Personal Care Home of Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa., died Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005, at the Skilled Nursing Unit, Memorial Hospital, Towanda.  Born June 24, 1916, on Ellis Hill, Asylum Township, she was the daughter of the late Barney and Emma Carner Rinebold.  Helen attended the Fisher School in Standing Stone, Pa., and was a graduate of Towanda High School.  On June 24, 1936, she married Paul Edward Walker.  She was preceded in death by her husband on Feb. 19, 1990.  Helen was a graduate of the Cleopatra Beauty School in Binghamton, N.Y., and formerly served as a hair stylist in the beauty salons of Bernice O’Connor and Olga Brecher Maltz in Towanda and Jean Kinner in Sayre.  Helen later served as a beautician for the Sayre House for more than 26 years until her retirement.  Helen possessed a special love for the outdoors, enjoyed flower gardening, and was talented at sewing and crafts.  Helen and Paul loved  family gatherings, traveling and taking the whole family to the beach at Seaside Park, N.J., every summer.  Helen and Paul also had a great love of small dogs as they had many throughout their 54 years together.  Helen was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Sayre.  Surviving are her brothers-in-law, Clark Bennett and his wife, Shirley, of Charlotte, N.C., and Jim and Doris Walker of Sebring, Fla.; special nieces and nephews, Dave and Barb Rinebold of Wysox, Pa., Richard and Lucy Rinebold of Windham, Pa., JoAnn and Lyle Rockwell of Athens, Pa., Danny and Theresa Rinebold of Sayre, Laurie Kehler and Tom Kehler of Harveys Lake, Pa., John and Cindy Rinebold of Towanda, and Eulie and Brian Wickwire of Laceyville, Pa.; as well as other nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends.  Helen was preceded in death by brothers and sisters-in-law Daniel and Edith Rinebold and Lawrence and Gertrude Rinebold as well as other special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  The funeral and committal service will be held at 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda.  Interment will be on Tuesday in Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Township.  The family will receive friends from 4 to 5 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Personal Care Home of Memorial Hospital, 603 William St., Towanda, Pa. or to the Wyalusing Valley Personal Care Home, RR 1, Box 186, Wyalusing, Pa. or to the charity or organization of one’s choice in Helen’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

LAWRENCE D. “LARRY” RINEBOLD, 55, of Towanda died April 14, 1989 following an extended illness.  Born January 23, 1933 in Rummerfield, he was a son of Lawrence W. and Gertrude Stranagan Rinebold.  He was a well-known outdoorsman and served as a deputy game warden for 25 years.  He was a member of the Troy American Legion Post and the Towanda Gun Club.  He is survived by his wife, Nancy Sadock Rinebold; his parents; six children; 10 grandchildren; two sisters and aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  Funeral services were held at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda on April 17 with the pastor of Standing Stone Church officiating and interment to be in Standing Stone Cemetery.  The family suggests that memorials be directed to the Bradford Unit, American Cancer Society, 515 S. Main St., Athens, PA in Mr. Rinebold’s memory.

LAWRENCE W. ‘CURLY’ RINEBOLD, 86, OF Macedonia, Towanda RR 2, Pa. died Monday evening, March 22, 1999 at the Skilled Nursing Unit, Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa.  Born March 28, 1912 in Overton Township, Pa. he was the son of the late Barney W. and Emma Carner Rinebold.  Curly relocated from Overton as a child with his parents and brother, Dan to Ellis Hill in Asylum Township, where his sister, Helen was born.  Then in 1919, Barney and Emma Rinebold purchased a small farm in Rummerfield.  Curly attended Fisher School at Rummerfield for eight years.  Then in 1929, Curly and Daniel went to work for the Bryant and Cole Construction Company of Wilkes-Barre, Pa. on a two year pad construction project in Orson, Pa., building the road by the fish hatchery.  Dan and Curly boarded in Orson and this is where Curly met Gertrude Gifford in 1930.  They were married on Sept. 8, 1931 in Camptown, Pa. and moved to Rummerfield.  Curly went to work for the Lehigh Valley Railroad.  His first job was filling steam engines with water at the Rummerfield Depot.  He retired in 1974 following 43 years of service.  Curly and Gert also operated a small family farm, a gas station, restaurant and store at their home along Route 6 in Rummerfield.  He was a member of the Standing Stone United Methodist Church.  His hobbies included hunting, fishing and trapping.  He took pride in the quantity of Red Fox, Muskrats and Mink he trapped.  Curly always enjoyed fishing for Bullheads and River Bass.  He frequently traveled to Equinunk, Pa. where he enjoyed Eel-spearing and fishing in the Delaware River.  Mr. and Mrs. Rinebold sold their home in Rummerfield to the state of Pennsylvania for the road construction of Route 6 at the base of Rummerfield Mountain and moved to their present home along the Susquehanna River in Macedonia in 1968.  Curly was always ready to take on his opponents in the game of pool in his cellar, he also enjoyed visiting with his friends and family and playing Dominos.  Surviving are: two daughters and sons-in-law, Ruth and Dick Huddleson of Mercur, Joanne and Lyle Rockwell of Athens, a daughter-in-law, Nancy Rinebold of Towanda RR, a son-in-law, Ronald Tobin Sr. of Durrell, a sister, Helen Walker of Sayre; 12 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter; two nephews, Dave “Sammy” Rinebold of Wysox, Dick Rinebold of Windham, Pa.  He was preceded in death by; his wife of 62 years, Gertrude Gifford Rinebold on Dec. 2, 1993, a daughter, Dorothy Rinebold Tobin on Sept. 28, 1974, a son, Lawrence D. Rinebold on April 14, 1989, a daughter-in-law, Donna Brannaka Rinebold in 1973; three grandchildren, Renita Jo Tobin on Sept. 8, 1960, Cindy Jo Rinebold Decker on Oct. 19, 1978, Kimberly Sue Rinebold on April 1, 1970; a great-grandson, Randy Decker on March 19, 1976; a brother, Daniel Rinebold in 1973; sister-in-law Edith Cooley Rinebold in 1992; brother-in-law, Paul Walker in 1990.  The funeral service will be held Thursday, March 25, 1999 at 3 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. with the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson officiating.  Interment will be in the Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Township, Pa.  The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.  –Towanda Daily Review

RINEBOLD –RUTH HELEN RINEBOLD HUDDLESON, 70, wife of Russell H. “Dick” Huddleson of Mercur, Wyalusing RR3 died Thursday evening, Oct. 7, 2004 at the Skilled Nursing Unit, Memorial Hospital, Towanda.  Born July 26, 1934 in Rummerfield, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence W. “Curly” Rinebold and Gertrude Gifford Rinebold.  Ruth was a graduate of Towanda High School class of 1952 and in early years was employed by the Blue Swan in Sayre.  On Feb. 20, 1954 she married Russell H. Huddleson in the Standing Stone United Methodist Church.  Ruth possessed great love for her family and home.  Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were very special to her as well as her dog “Cuddles”.  Ruth was a gentle spirit and will be fondly remembered by her family and friends for her caring and giving personality.  She enjoyed helping at the Wysox Fire Hall, crafts, crocheting and sewing.  Surviving are: her husband of 50 years, Russell H. “Dick” Huddleson at home; her children, Trudy M. Schwartz and her husband, John J. Schwartz of Mifflinville, Pa., Caren J. Crouthamel and her husband, Donald J. Crouthamel of Ocean City, Md., Maryaanne Henry and her fiancé, Joseph N. Verdura of Selbyville, Del. And Carla H. Huddleson and her fiancé, Joseph Coe of Mercur; seven grandchildren; Bryan, Kelly, Tara, Jack, Kimberly, Heather and Christopher, five great-grandchildren, Molly, Austin, MaKenna, Kamden and Aryon; her sister and brother-in-law Joanne Rinebold Rockwell and Lyle Rockwell of Athens; her sister-in-law, Ronald Tobin Sr. of Durell; several nieces, nephews and cousins and her extended family who were very special to her; Steven, Rachelle, Mindy, Phillip, Alan, Brenden and Ronald.  She was preceded in death by: her mother, Gertrude on Dec. 2, 1993; her father, Lawrence on March 222, 1999; her sister Dorothy Rinebold Tobin on Sept. 28, 1974; her brother, Lawrence D. Rinebold on April 14, 1989 and her sister-in-law Donna Brannaka Rinebold in 1973.  A. Requiem Mass will be celebrated Sunday, Oct. 10 at 3 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, Towanda with the Rev. Maureen Hipple, rector as celebrant and the Rev. Hazel Hunt, deacon assisting.  Interment will follow in the Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Township.  The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the church.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society, Bradford Unit, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, Pa. or to the Wysox Volunteer Fire Company Building Fund, Box 2, Wysox, Pa. in Mrs. Huddleson’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review

ROBINSON - Leon Earl Robinson, 76, of Standing Stone, Pa., diedMarch 31, 2009, at the Skilled Nursing Unit of Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa., after a long battle against illness and Alzheimer's disease.  Leon was born on June 19, 1932, in his home in Standing Stone Township, Pa., to the late Earl and Neva Schoonover Robinson. He attended Fisher Grade School and graduated from Towanda High School as member of the distinguished class of 1950.  In 1951, he married his childhood sweetheart, Donna Vaow Robinson. During his 57 beautiful years of marriage, Leon made numerous accomplishments. Most notably, he served as a member of the board of supervisors for Standing Stone Township for a total of 18 years. He was a well known and respected farmer in the Standing Stone area. Last, but certainly not least, Leon was a foster father to many, many children in need.  Leon was preceded in death by: his beloved daughter Leah Rumsey (born 1954, passed 1996); his parents Earl (born 1901, passed 1965) and Neva Robinson (born 1906, passed 1988); a sister, Marie Carr (born 1926, passed 1994); a sister, Joyce Hayward (born 1945, passed 1996); brother-in-law Floyd "Butch" Hayward (born 1937, passed 1994); a special foster son, Steve Salsman (passed 1996); and a devoted son-in-law, George Weber (born 1948, passed 1980).  Leon is survived by his loving and devoted family: his wife Donna (Vaow) Robinson of Wysox, Pa.; his son Leon "Bud" Robinson II of Wysox, Pa.; a sister, Betty Jean Babcock, of Waverly, N.Y.; a brother, Thomas Robinson of Waynesboro, Va.; his grandchildren, Londa and George Barnes of Plaistow, N.H., Steven and Rachelle Salsman of Stevensville, Pa., Ladean and Robert Vanderpool of Wysox, Pa., Megan and Joseph Roberts of Wysox, Pa., and Caitlin Robinson of Trinity, N.C.; his great-grandchildren Katherine Barnes, Robert Vanderpool, Heather Vanderpool and Joseph Parkhurst, Joseph Parisik, Leon Vanderpool, Kensey Sue Salsman, Leah Vanderpool, Adam Barnes, and Baby Roberts, who is due to join the family in August 2009; a great-great-grandchild Aiden Parkhurst; a very special niece, Loraine Hayward and family; as well as a special nephew Floyd Hayward; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends who are all near and dear to Leon's heart.  The family will receive friends from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, April 5, 2009, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave. Towanda, Pa. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 6, 2009, at the funeral home with the Rev. Helen Learn, pastor of the Standing Stone United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in the Standing Stone Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that contributions be directed to the Standing Stone United Methodist Church in care of Ellen Franklin, RR 2 Box 47, Wysox, PA 18854, or to Memorial Hospital Hospice, 1 Hospital Drive, Towanda, PA 18848, in Leon's memory.  RHW 03 April, 2009 Daily Review.

ROBINSON –MARIE L. CARR 67, of Montrose RR 5 died Thursday morning, April 194, 1994 at home after an illness.  Marie was born in Endicott, N.Y. a daughter of the late Earl and Neva (Schoonover) Robinson.  She was a manager for the Bates-Troy Dry Cleaning Co. in Binghamton, N.Y. for over 32 years.  She is survived by one daughter, Sharon A. Shears of Montrose RR 5; four grandchildren, William Richard Shears, Irene E. May and David and Heather M. Shears; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Betty Jean Babcock of Sayre and Mrs. Floyd (Joyce) Hayward of Rome; two brothers, Leon E. Robinson of Wysox and Thomas D. Robinson of Towanda and several nieces and nephews.  Besides her parents she was predeceased by a grandson, Robert E. Shears in 1984.  A graveside service will be held Monday, April 18 at 11 a.m. in the Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone, Bradford County followed by a memorial service at 4 p.m. Monday in the Birchardville Baptist Church, Birchardville, Pa. with the Rev. Scot Roloson of the Birchardville Baptist Church and the Rev. Richard Vieldhouse of Laceyville officiating.  Friends wishing to may make memorial contributions to the Birchardville Baptist Church.  Arrangements are by the Barton Funeral Home, Inc., 74 Church St., Montrose, Pa.  –Towanda Daily Review

ROOF - Well-Known Herrick Citizen Passes Away - Charles Roof of Herrickville died Sunday morning at one o'clock. He was 63 years old. Funeral services were held at the Herrickville Methodist church at one o'clock Tuesday afternoon. Rev. H.M. Savacool officiated with burial in the Standing Stone cemetery. - Wyalusing Rocket, 1931

JEFFREY JOHN ROOF, 61, of Wysox, Pa., formerly of Tunkhannock, Pa., passed away Sunday, Aug. 10, 2014 at his home following declining health. "Jeff" as he was known by his family and friends was born in Elmira, N.Y. on Dec. 31, 1952, the son of John M. Roof and Regina M. Clark Roof. He was a graduate of Tunkhannock High School class of 1970. Jeff later assumed the operation of the Pepsi distributorship business in Wysox, Pa. from his parents which they had operated for many years. In 1991, Jeff began the operation of the Roof Water Company in Wysox and later retired in 2010. Surviving are his niece, Heather May Roof Frisbie and her husband Timothy Frisbie of Wysox, Pa.; great nieces, Kyleigh Ann Roof, Ciana May Frisbie; great nephew, Braeden T. Frisbie; uncles, Donald Roof and wife Pat of Hernando, Fla., Frank Clark of Pflugerville, Texas; aunt, Jean Roof Lundy of Wysox, Pa.; and several cousins. Jeff was preceded in death by his mother, Regina M. Clark Roof on June 14, 2009; father, John M. Roof on Aug. 28, 2010; and brother, Ronnie Edward Roof on Aug. 20, 2007. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15, 2014, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. Interment will be in the Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Twp., Pa. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service Friday afternoon at the funeral home. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the ALS Association, 321 Norristown Rd., Suite 280, Ambler, PA in Jeffery John Roof's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 8/12/2014

ROOF -ELLA MAE LUNDY, 88, of 603 William Street, Towanda, passed away Tuesday afternoon, June 4, 2019 at the Guthrie Memorial Personal Care Home where she had been a resident for the past 10 years. Ella Mae was born in Towanda, on June 11, 1930 the daughter of Burleigh Lee Roof and Effie Whipple Roof. She was a graduate of Towanda High School. Ella Mae was raised on the family farm at Standing Stone and enjoyed helping her Dad caring for the animals. Following graduation from high school, Ella Mae went to work for the W.T. Grant Department Store in Towanda and Sayre. She then moved on to become a well-known Tupperware representative in the area. Ella Mae always maintained a pleasant professional image by her choice of clothing, scarfs and jewelry. She was well-known in her community as a volunteer with the Memorial Hospital of Towanda Auxiliary, and the Wysox Volunteer Fire Department. Ella Mae was a faithful and active member of the Standing Stone United Methodist Church and was a dedicated financial supporter of various charitable organizations. Ella Mae loved gardening, hard work, and spending time with family and friends. She traveled throughout the country and especially enjoyed trips with her nieces and nephew. During the past 10 years, Ella Mae enjoyed daily activities of the Personal Care Home and especially enjoyed the monthly scheduled trips, special programs and holiday celebrations provided. Her nephew, Gerald and niece, Colleen visited her regularly and took her many places, however, it was “her girls,” staff members of the Personal Care Home, who were her special friends during her time as a resident. Ella Mae is survived by her sisters, Sarah (Tom) Cornell of Binghamton, New York, Joanne (Roy) King of Natchez, Mississippi; sister-in-law, Mary Jane Roof, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, Ella Mae was predeceased by her husband, Ralph Lundy; sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy J. and Francis G. Taylor and brother, Robert B. Roof. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at the Standing Stone United Methodist Church with Rev. William Westbrook, pastor, officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in the Standing Stone Cemetery. Contributions in memory of Ella Mae may be directed to the Standing Stone United Methodist Church, in care of Tammy Schaeffer, 311 Mosier Road, Wyalusing, PA or to the Guthrie Memorial Personal Care Home Activities Fund, 603 William Street, Towanda, PA . -Towanda Daily Review 6/8/2019

ROOF, Millie -  Mrs. Millie B. Welliver, 70 of Herrickville died at the Robert Packer Hospital Friday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock following a lengthy illness. She was the widow of James Wilson Welliver. Mrs. Welliver was born Sept 30,1883 in Standing Stone Twp, the daughter of Charles and Maria Schoonover Roof. She was a member of the Herrickville Methodist Church. Surviving are two sons, Gerald and James, of Rummerfield; four daughters, Mrs. Carlton Cole of Wyalusing,Mrs. Elden Wetmore of Conner, Montana, Mrs.Glenn Taylor of Rummerfield and Mrs.Arthur Allis of Wysox; 17 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three brothers, Roy Roof of South Sterling, Pa. and Ralph Roof of White Haven Pa; a sister, Mrs. Chester Lampman, of Sayre; several nieces and nephews. ~Wyalusing Rocket~ 12-29-1958
 

SAGE –PEARL SAGE CLAGETT, 93, widow of Fred L. Clagett, formerly of Rummerfield died Friday morning, June 16, 1995 at the Dar-Way Nursing Home, Elkland Twp., Pa. where she had been a resident since 1980.  Born Oct. 2, 1901 in Rummerfield, Standing Stone Twp., Pa., she was a daughter of Frank and Louise Schoonover Sage.  Pearl attended the Fisher school and on Nov. 4, 1922 she married Fred L. Clagett, who was a son of Thomas and Jessie Mitten Clagett of Rummerfield.  On the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary, Nov. 4, 1972 they were honored by a community reception at the Standing Stone United Methodist Church, the event being a thoroughly happy one with more than 200 friends and neighbors attending.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred on Jan. 8, 1976.  For many years Mr. and Mrs. Clagett operated their general store in Rummerfield formerly established by Mr. and Mrs. Milton H. VanNess.  Mr. Clagett also served as Post Master and Mrs. Clagett as Assistant Post Master of the Rummerfield Post Office which was located in their general store.  Mrs. Clagett was a member of the Standing Stone United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women, Wysox Rebekah Lodge No. 443 and the Lady Whitmore Club.  Mrs. Clagett’s main interest in life encompassed her home and family.  She was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother and will be remembered by her family and many friends for her kind and gracious manner.  Surviving are: two daughters and sons-in-law: Marjorie and Bert L. Williams of Towanda, Janice and Jack Corbett of Towanda RR 5; five grandchildren and their spouses; Bonnie and Gary Hettinger of State College, Pa., Randy and Nancy Williams of Towanda RR 5, Wendy and Paul Manchester of Towanda RR 1, Debra and Jeffrey Jones of Towanda RR 5 and Kim and Kathy Corbett of Towanda; 15 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Jane Tiffany of Sayre; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by a grandson, Duane Corbett in 1974; a sister, Christine Sage; two brothers, Claude Sage and Carl Sage.  A graveside service will be held Monday, June 19, 1995 at 1 p.m. at the Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Twp. with the Rev. Allen Hulslander, pastor of the Towanda First United Methodist Church officiating.  The family suggests that memorials may be directed to the Standing Stone United Methodist Church in care of Ellen Franklin, RR 2, Wysox, Pa. in Mrs. Clagett’s memory.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa.  There are no calling hours.  –Towanda Daily Review

 

SCHOONOVER Clinton Gerould "Jerry" Schoonover

63, of Standing Stone Township, died unexpectedly early Tuesday morning, Sept. 25, 2012 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda. "Jerry," as he was known by his family and friends, was born in Sayre, on Oct. 5, 1948 the son of the late Reginald L. and Dorothy Gerould Schoonover. Raised on the family farm, he worked side-by-side with his father from a very young age. Jerry graduated from Towanda High School in 1966 and married the former Delores Ann Clark in 1967. Together they settled on the Schoonover homestead and raised four children. Jerry and Delores recently celebrated 45 years of marriage.  Jerry owned, operated, and worked on his dairy farm until he sold his herd in 2006. He also drove school bus for the Towanda School District and owned bus 11 for the past 40 years. Jerry was always known as a "fun" bus driver to the kids.  Jerry's biggest love was for his family. His grandchildren were his pride and joy. He was often found helping them study spelling words, taking them for ranger rides, hunting with his grandsons, enjoying their football games and cuddling with the youngest.  Jerry loved the farmlands and wildlife. Jerry and Dee often took rides around the land, taking in the gorgeous views and spending time together. He loved to be in the woods and was always cutting fire wood and stacking it neatly in piles for future use to help the family. He was an avid Phillies fan, rarely missing a game on TV.  Recently, Jerry was excited to help his son bring livestock back to the farm and loved seeing the cows grazing in the pasture again. He collected fresh eggs daily for his family and neighbors. He loved being on the tractor, whether plowing or raking hay. Jerry once told his daughter that he did most of his praying on the tractor, in the fresh air.  Although his unexpected death has left his family with heavy hearts, his legacy of memories can be found on the Schoonover farm and homestead; a place where all will come to reflect, find comfort and love.  He is survived by his wife, Delores C. Schoonover at home; children, Karen (Jay) Abbott, Clinton G. (Jenifur Stroud) Schoonover Jr., Reginald (Stacey) Schoonover and Amy (Tim) Dunn all of Standing Stone Township; grandchildren Logan and Madison Abbott, Evan Schoonover, Tahlor Heath, Austin, Gabby, and Lilly Schoonover, and Emily and Anna Dunn; sisters and brothers-in-law, Regina and Norman Roof and Mary Ann and Jim Cashdollar; brother-in-law, Scott Wickwire; and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Duane and Carol Clark and John and Brenda Clark.  In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his sister, Sandra Wickwire and an infant brother.  The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 27, 2012 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with Rev. Robert Martin officiating. Interment will follow in the Standing Stone Cemetery. The family will receive friends from noon to 2 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.    Towanda Daily Review – September 26, 2012 

 

MARK J. SCHOONOVER, 83, of Wysox RR 2, Standing Stone Township, Pa., died Wednesday morning, Oct. 11, 2006, at his home following a brief illness.  Born Nov. 15, 1922, in Rummerfield, Pa., he was the son of the late Cleveland and Ferne Newell Schoonover.  Mark was a graduate of Towanda High School, Class of 1941.  He owned and operated his dairy farm in Standing Stone Township for many years and also served as a mail carrier for the former Rummerfield Post Office, and later for the Wyalusing Post Office, retiring in 1987 after 33 years of service.  Mark was a member of the Standing Stone United Methodist Church and its Men's Club, was a 66-year member of the former Standing Stone Grange, and was a member of the Towanda Gun Club and the Wysox I.O.O.F. Lodge.  Surviving are: his wife of 59 years, Margaret Warner Schoonover, at home; his sons, Marvin Schoonover and his wife, Debbie Schoonover, of West Caldwell, N.J., and Rex Schoonover of Wysox; his daughters, Judy Kingsley and her husband, Mike Kingsley, of Wysox and Lori Schoonover of Sayre; four grandchildren, Ashley and Mark Schoonover and Carly and Casey Kingsley; three nephews, John Schoonover of Wysox, Ronald Schoonover of Wysox and Gregory Schoonover of Liverpool, N.Y.; cousins, Janet Allen of Wysox, Peggy Shipman of Texas, Reese Schoonover of Vestal, N.Y., and Ann DeNuci of New Jersey.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Paul A. Schoonover, on April 23, 1991, and Wayne N. Schoonover on Oct. 1, 1995.  The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with his pastor, the Rev. Helen Learn, officiating.  The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday evening at the funeral home.  Interment will be in the Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Township.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Standing Stone United Methodist Church in care of Ellen Franklin, RR 2, Box 47, Wysox, Pa. in Mark J. Schoonover's memory.  –Towanda Daily Review

REGINALD L. SCHOONOVER, 75, of Standing Stone, Wysox RR 2, died Monday afternoon, March 21, 1994, at his home following a period of declining health.  Born Oct. 17, 1918, in Standing Stone Township, he was a son of the late Harland and Gertrude Robinson Schoonover.  Reginald attended school in Standing Stone and Towanda, and later, on Oct. 29, 1938, he married the former Dorothy Gerould.  She preceded her husband in death on May 9, 1987.  Mr. Schoonover owned and operated his dairy farm in Standing Stone for most of his life.  He served as a township supervisor in Standing Stone for many years and also served as a member of the Towanda Area School Board for several years.  He was a member of the Standing Stone United Methodist Church and served as a director of the Standing Stone Cemetery Assoc.  He was a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks Lodge No. 2191, Towanda, and was a former member of the Wysox Volunteer Fire Department.  Surviving are three daughters and sons-in-law, Regina and Norman Roof of Towanda RR 6,m Sandra and Scott Wickwire of Wysox RR 2, and Mary Ann and James Cashdollar of Wysox RR 2; a son and daughter-in-law, Clinton and Delores Schoonover of Wysox RR 2; a brother, Reese Schoonover of Vesta, N.Y.; a sister-in-law, Virginia Schoonover of Sheshequin; two brothers-in-law, Leslie Allis of Vestal, N.Y. and Gene Gerould of Towanda RR 4; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was preceded in death by an infant son; a sister, Janet Allis; and three brothers, Edward, Leonard and Ralph Schoonover.  The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda.  The funeral and committal service will be held Thursday, March 24, 1994, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Jane Pykus, pastor of the Standing Stone United Methodist Church, officiating.  Interment will be in Standing Stone Cemetery at a later date.  The family suggests that memorials may be directed to Wysox Volunteer Emergency Medical Services, Box 302, Wysox, Pa. or to Guthrie Hospice, RR 4, Box 60-A, Towanda, Pa. in Reginald L. Schoonover’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

SCHOONOVER –SANDRA LEE WICKWIRE, 60, of Mercur, Wysox, Pa., RR2, died Tuesday evening, Jan. 10, 2006 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa.  Sandra was born Aug 2, 1945 in Sayre, Pa., the daughter of the late Reginald Lee Schoonover and Dorothy Gerould Schoonover.  She spent the early years of her life growing up on the family farm at Standing Stone and following her graduation from Towanda High School in 1964, Sandra assisted her father in the operation of the farm.  On March 6, 1965, Sandra married Scott A. Wickwire at the Wysox Presbyterian Church.  Sandra was employed by the former Ames Department Store in Towanda for 18 years and later worked part time in the school cafeterias of the Towanda Area School district for a number of years.  For the past 16 years, Sandra operated a school bus for the Towanda Area School District until declining health no longer permitted her to continue.  Sandra devoted her life to her family and possessed great love for her children and grandchildren.  She was a hard worker her entire life and enjoyed camping trips and boating with her family.  She enjoyed the outdoors especially working in her flower gardens.  She also loved animals especially her dogs.  Sandra will be remembered by her family and many friends for her kindness, generosity and for her willingness to help others.  Her home was always a welcome lace to her extended family with many wonderful memories created there.  Surviving are her husband of 40 years, Scott A. Wickwire; her sons, Brian S. Wickwire and his wife, Eulie Wickwire, of Laceyville, Pa., Bradley S. Wickwire of Wysox and Tracey A. Wickwire of Wysox; five grandchildren; Mika Pipher and her husband Jim Pipler, of Waverly, N.Y., Scott Cron and Amanda Kithcart of Wysox; Alison and Alaina Wickwire and their mother, Tammy Wickwire, of Towanda, Andrew Wickwire and his mother Gyla Wickwire of Monroeton; a great-grandson, Kadon Pipher, of Waverly, N.Y.; her sisters, Regina S. Roof and her husband Norman Roof of Standing Stone, and Mary Ann Cashdollar and her husband James Cashdollar of Wysox; her brother, Clinton G. “Jerry” uncles, Malcolm “Gene” Gerould and his wife Betty Gerould of Towanda RR 2 and Reese Schoonover of Vestal, N.Y.; many nieces, nephews and cousins; and a special cousin, Sheldon Clark of Camp Hill, Pa.  The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa.  The funeral service will be held Friday Jan. 13, 2006 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Dennis Fox officiating.  Interment will follow in the Standing Stone Cemetery, standing Stone Township, Pa.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society, Bradford Unit, 1948 East Third St., Williamsport, Pa. or to the Bradford County Humane Society, PO Box 179, Ulster, Pa. in Sandra Lee Wickwire’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

WAYNE N. SCHOONOVER, 78, of 1907 Monroe St., Endicott, N.Y., died Sunday evening Oct. 1, 1995, at University Medical Center in Syracuse, N.Y., following a brief illness.  Born April 24, 1971, in Rummerfield, Pa., he was a son of the late Cleveland H. and Ferne Newell Schoonover.  Wayne was a graduate of Towanda High School and was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army in the Pacific Theatre.  In early years, he was employed by the King and King Furniture Store in Towanda and the Ingersoll Rand in Athens.  He was later employed by IBM in Endicott, N.Y., for 32 years until his retirement in 1974, Wayne enjoyed the outdoors, especially playing golf with his friends.  Surviving are his son and daughter-in-law, Gregory V. and Karen Schoonover of Liverpool, N.Y.; tow granddaughters, Kristen and Lorissa Schoonover; a brother and sister-in-law, Mark J. and Margaret Schoonover of Wysox RR 2; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, Austin and Ann Benjamin of Englewood, Fla., LaVerne and Norma Benjamin of Georgetown, Ga., John and Carol Benjamin of Danby, N.Y., Naomi Cook of Franklindale and Dorothy Schoonover of Wysox RR 2; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was preceded in death by, his wife of 58 years, Winona Benjamin Schoonover, on July 18, 1895, and a brother, Paul A. Schoonover, on April 23, 1991.  The family will receive friends the evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa.  The funeral service will be held Wednesday Oct. 4, 1995, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Jane Pykus, pastor of the Standing Stone United Methodist Church, officiating.  Interment will follow in Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Township, with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors.  The family suggests that memorials may be directed to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, 115 E. Jefferson St., Syracuse, N.Y. in Wayne N. Schoonover’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

SCOTT –STELLA M. SCOTT ORSHAL, 81, formerly of Allis Hollow and Towanda died Monday morning, July 29, 1996 at St. Joseph’s Medical Center, Hazleton, Pa.  Born May 12, 1915 in Monroe Township, she was a daughter of the late Earl and Orinda Chilson Scott Sr.  Stella’s main interest in life encompassed her home and family.  Surviving are; a daughter, Dorothy L. Neely, with whom she resided, of Harleigh, Pa.; a son and daughter-in-law, James and Helen Orshal of Waverly, N.Y.; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two brothers, Earl Scott of Grandville, Pa. and Theodore Scott of Syracuse, N.Y.; four sisters, Mertie Benjamin and Rose Bennett both of Monroeton, Betty Grover of Newark Valley, N.Y and Alice Lee of Vestal, N.Y.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Orshal on May 7, 1972.  The funeral and committal service will be held Thursday, Aug. 1, 1996 at 11 a.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson officiating.  Interment will be in Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Township.  The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.  –Towanda Daily Review

DOROTHY A. STEFFEN, 77, of New Albany, died Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2014, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born May 25, 1937 in Herrickville, she was a daughter of the late Fred Sr. and Winifred Schoonover Steffen. Dorothy was a very caring and faithful person who loved spending time with her family. She had a very special bond with her daughter, Sherry and great-grandson, Logan Robinson, who helped care for her until her passing. Dorothy was proud of Logan for always being there to help her during her time of need. Some of Dorothy's favorite pastimes included playing Words and other games with friends on Facebook and gardening. Surviving are a daughter, Sherry (David) Alvoid of New Albany; a sister, Gladys Saxon of Franklindale; three grandchildren, Ricky Newton Jr. of South Dakota, Julie Lain of New Albany and Connie Spencer of Laceyville; and 11 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by six brothers, Victor Steffen, Frank Steffen, Fred Steffen Jr., William Steffen, John Steffen and Donald Steffen; and two sisters, Lola Staub and Winnie Burmiester. A private graveside service was held on Monday, Oct. 20, in Standing Stone Cemetery, Wysox, with Michael Hacker officiating. –Towanda Daily Review 10/22/2014

STEPHENS -G. JEANNE STEPHENS BENNETT, 78, of Towanda passed away Sunday, June 7, 2020 at the Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. She was born in Towanda on Aug. 18, 1941, the daughter of Roger Stephens and Ruth Felker Stephens. Jeanne was a graduate of Towanda High School with the Class of 1959 and while attending high school was employed by the W.T. Grant store in Towanda. Jeanne was subsequently employed by the JA Dress Company in Standing Stone, Bradford County Assessment Office in Towanda and Outwater Pontiac Cadillac in Wysox. Jeanne was a consultant for Mary Kay Cosmetics in the area for a number of years. She went to truck driving school and drove truck with her husband, Dale. She operated the Party Store in Macedonia for several years and was co-proprietor with her husband, Dale of Starlite Lanes in North Towanda until the time of her passing. Jeanne loved spending time with her family, camping, bird watching and flowers. She is survived by her husband of nearly 44 years, Dale A. Bennett; children, Dana Edwin Cobb of Minersville, PA, Tracy William Cobb and wife, Lisa of Wyalusing, LaDeane Marie Canfield of Laceyville, Brian Eugene Cobb and wife, Kris of Montrose, Lonnie Mitchell Cobb (Kelly Daly) of Athens and Katrina Donean Mseteka of Tulsa, OK; 19 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Doris Stephens; brother-in-law, Kenneth M. Wright, Jr., as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Jeanne was predeceased by her brother, Roger Stephens; sisters, Kathryn “Kakie” Stephens, Sandra D. Wright and Charity Pelton; a special niece, Jolene Ragan and a special aunt, Lydia Bennett. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Avenue, Towanda. A funeral service will be held Saturday, June 13 at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Pam Wright officiating. Interment will be in the Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Township. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to Memorial EMS, 91 Hospital Drive, Towanda, PA in memory of G. Jeanne Stephens Bennett. -Wyalusing Rocket Courier 6/10/2020

ROGER FELKER STEPHENS, 77, of Estella died Monday, March 8, 2004, at the Dar-Way Nursing Home, in Estella.  Roger was born July 7, 1926 in Rummerfield, son of the late Roger W. and Ruth Felker Stephens.  He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1944 and served during the end of World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War.  He retired in 1967 after 23 years of service as a staff sergeant.  He married the former Doris McCarty Whiteley of Estella on Nov. 13, 1971.  He was a member of the Living Hope Fellowship Church in Estella.  Surviving are his spouse, Doris at home; his step-sons and their spouses, David and Cheryl Whiteley of Montoursville, Pa., and Durwood and Brenda Whiteley of Estella; his step-daughters and their spouses; Charlotte and Richard Higley of Estella, and Marie and Dennis Hottenstein of New Albany; his sisters and brothers-in-law; Charity Pelton of Franklindale, and Jeanne and Dale Bennett of Towanda; 10 step-grandchildren and 12 step-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his sisters Kathryn Stephens and Sandra Wright.  A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 13, at 11 a.m. at the Living Hope Fellowship Church, Estella, with his pastor, the Rev. Scot Magann, officiating.  Interment will be in the Standing Stone Cemetery.  Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.  The family will provide the flowers and directs memorials to the American Heart Association, 1704 Warren Avenue, Williamsport, Pa.  Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the P. Dean Homer Funeral Home, 206 Water St., Dushore, Pa.  –Towanda Daily Review.

STEPHENS - Sandra Wright
May 8, 2002
Sandra Donean Stephens Wright, 55, wife of Kenneth M. Wright, Jr. of RR2, Box 120-D, Wysox, Standing Stone Township, PA, died on Wednesday, May 8, 2002 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda.  She was born May 20, 1946 at The Mills Hospital in Towanda, the daughter of the late Roger and Ruth Stephens of Standing Stone.  Sandy graduated from Towanda High School and the Empire Beauty School. She has been a well-known hairstylist for 37 years, owning her own shop in Wysox for 35 years. One of her greatest pleasures was making people look good.  She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Kenneth M. Wright, Jr., at home; daughter and son-in-law, Kandi Kae (Wright) and Robbie Sample of Montour Falls, NY; daughter and special friend, Kasteena (Kassie) Jean Wright and Douglas Barefoot of Mesa, AZ; two grandchildren, Preston Ryin and Kassidee Kae Sample; brother and sister-in-law, Roger and Doris Stephens; sisters and brother-in-law, Charity (Stephens) Pelton, Jeanne (Stephens) and Dale Bennett; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Stephen and Nancy (Wright) Parr, Jack and JoPat Wright, Philip and Irene Wright, Gordon and Carol Wright, Dale and Susan (Wright) Malin, George and Cindy (Wright) Nolan, Mitchell and Sylvia Wright, Pam Wright and Sherry Good, Bonnie (Wright) and Clifford Shaffer, Roger and Shawna Wright; numerous nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.  She was preceded in death by a sister, Kathryn (Kakie) Stephens.  Sandy’s greatest joy was her large family and taking care of all of them. Her pride and joy were her two beautiful grandbabies.  The family received friends on Saturday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda.  Funeral services were private.  Interment was in the Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Township.

STEPHENSON –ROSALIE STEPHENSON SCHOONOVER, 69 of 301 Ann St., Towanda died Tuesday afternoon, May 26, 1998 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre.  Born May 9, 1929 in Towanda she was a daughter of the late Harry and Florence Arnold Stephenson Sr.  Rosalie was a graduate of Towanda High School Class of 1947 and was employed by Penelec in Towanda from 1947 to 1949.  On July 11, 1949 she married Robert E. Schoonover in Bel Air, Md.  She was preceded in death by her husband on Dec. 1, 1977.  From 1961 to 1992, Rosalie was employed by the O. Ames Co. in Monroeton.  She later owned and operated the Bijou Video Rental Store in Monroeton from 1985 to 1994 and from 1994 to 1997 was employed by the Photo License Bureau in Monroeton.  Rosalie was a member of the Towanda First United Methodist Church.  She enjoyed working with people and loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-granddaughter.  Surviving are two sons and daughters-in-law, Rodney G. and Jeanne M. Schoonover of Towanda and Allan Robert and Barbara R. Schoonover of Westminster, Mass.; a daughter, Sheree E. Schoonover of Towanda; six grandchildren, Aimee Schoonover O’Connor and Mindy, Robert, Alicia, Kimberly and Bobbi-Lynn Schoonover; her great-granddaughter, Jordan Jeanne O’Connor; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Kenneth and Patricia Stephenson of Towanda and Gordon and Sandy Stephenson of Towanda, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Kirsten Erika Smith, on Jan. 10, 1993, and by three brothers, Harry, Richard and Norman Stephenson.  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, May 29, 1998 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Allen Hulslander, pastor of the Towanda First United Methodist Church officiating.  Interment will be later in Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Township, Pa.  The family suggests that memorial contributions be directed to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 6931 Arlington Roads, Bethesda, Md. in Mrs. Schoonover’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review

DONNA ELAINE STEVENS, 75, of Towanda formerly of Standing Stone, PA passed away Thursday morning, March 4, 2021 at the Personal Care Home of Guthrie Memorial Hospital in Towanda, PA where she had resided and made many friends among the residents and staff over the past 19 years. Donna was born in Sayre, PA on July 10, 1945, the daughter of the late Sara Frances “Sally” Shultz Stevens and Donald M. Stevens. She attended the Towanda schools. Donna loved going on bus trips and participating in the many activities at the personal care home. She especially enjoyed singing with the musical groups that came to entertain the residents. Surviving are her brother, Larry W. (Patricia) Stevens, nieces, Darlene Miller (James) and family, Mary Jane Miller (Keith) and family. Donna was predeceased by her father, Donald on May 15, 1987 and mother, Sara on May 12, 2001. A graveside service will be held Friday, March 26, 2021 at 12 p.m. at the Standing Stone Cemetery. Standing Stone Township, PA. -Towanda Daily Review 3/5/2021

VanNESS
Mrs. Jennie Vanness Sherman, 90, a lifelong resident of Rummerfield, died Saturday morning, Jan. 1, 1972, at the Robert Packer Hospital. She was the widow of Oscar E. Sherman and marked her 90^th birthday last Thursday. Mrs. Sherman fell at her home Sunday, December 26 and was taken to the Memorial Hospital in Towanda and later to the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Born in Rummerfield, Dec. 30, 1881, the daughter of the late Samuel H. and Sarah Hagadorn Vanness, she received her formal education in the schools there and on Oct. 16, 1902 married the late Oscar Sherman who operated a blacksmith shop in Rummerfield. The couple made their home in quarters over the Smith General Store, later the J. I. Jones store. From there she and her husband moved to a farm on the outskirts of Rummerfield where Mr. Sherman still operated a blacksmith shop in addition to farming. He died July 1, 1945 and his wife remained on the farm, maintaining the home and family. She later leased some of the farm, worked some of it herself with the assistance of her children and grandchildren. She later sold a portion of the land. Mrs. Sherman wa a member of the Standing Stone United Methodist Church. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Benjamin (Pauline) Franklin Sr., of Standing Stone, Mrs. Floris Miller of Rummerfield and Mrs. Reed (Alice) Heath of Monroeton; one son, Harold of Towanda; 18 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Two sons, Ray and Ralph Sherman and a daughter, Mrs. States (Bessie) Wood, preceded her in death. Friends may call at the Archer-McCloskey Funeral Home in Towanda, this afternoon from 2 to 4 and this evening from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Tuesday at 11 a.m. Rev. James Valentine, pastor of the Standing Stone United Methodist Church, will officiate and burial will be in the cemetery of the Standing Stone United Methodist Church.

VanNEST -  MRS. MARY ELLEN STEVENS PASSES AWAY IN FRANKLINDALE
Mrs. Mary Ellen Stevens, widow of Asa S. Stevens and one of the county’s well known women, died Sunday noon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Henry Borden in Franklindale. Mrs. Stevens was born in Standing Stone Township on November 4, 1859 and lived there until her marriage. After that, Franklindale became her home, she and her late husband being very active in all major community enterprises there. The survivors are four children—Mrs. Paul Stevens of Towanda, Mrs. Elmer Lent of Ulster, Mrs. George Bevan of Burlington Township and Mrs. Henry Borden of Franklindale; one brother, William VanNest of Rummerfield; six grandchildren and two great grandchildren.The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 at the home of Mrs. Paul Stevens on the Towanda-Monroeton Road with burial in the Stevens Cemetery in Standing Stone. (handwritten on article 1936)

VARGASON -    Bradford Star May 13,1915
Mrs.Emma J.Vargason Chilson,Rummerfield, wife of Albert Chilson died May 9,1915 at Packer Hospital in sayre age 28 Daughter of George L. and Mary Vargason,husband and four children survive a child Previously  Died June 11,1906 aged 5 months.        Submitted by Marie Platt Post

VOUGHT –MARY VOUGHT FISHER, 88, widow of the late Captain James Leslie Fisher of 102 York Ave., Towanda died on early Thursday morning (1982) at Memorial Hospital in Towanda.  Born on Oct. 31, 1893, in Sheshequin Township (Ghent Hill), she was a daughter of Edward C. and Sarah Horton Vought.  She was a graduate of Towanda High School and the West Chester Normal School.  Mrs. Fisher taught school in Avon Grove (Chester County, Pa.), and also in the Ulster High School for several years.  She married Capt. James Leslie Fisher on June 28, 1917, in Hornbrook.  She spent many years traveling with her husband throughout various parts of the country and world while he was serving with the U.S. Navy.  After his retirement from the Navy in 1946, the Fishers returned to Standing Stone to make their home.  They lived in Standing Stone until 1967, when they moved to Towanda.  She was a member of the Standing Stone United Methodist Church, the FLB Sunday School Class, the Daughters of the American Revolution in Towanda, the Shakespeare Club and the Wednesday Club.  She was also an honorary member of the Lady Whittimore Reading Club.  She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. George (Dorothy) Lehman of Standing Stone, Mrs. Helen Wittry of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, and Mrs. Harold (Sally) Loose of Utica, N.Y.; ten grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Iva Menardi of Honolulu, Hawaii, and several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her husband on June 16, 1960 and by a daughter, Mrs. Mather (Marilouise) Cleveland, in 1969.  Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Standing Stone United Methodist Church with the Rev. Theodore Lorah, pastor, officiating.  Burial will be in Standing Stone Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Friday from 7-9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral home, 217 York Ave., Towanda.  The family requests that memorials be directed to the Bradford County Library, RD 3, troy, Pa. or the Standing Stone United Methodist Church.  –Towanda Daily Review

WALUK - Tom Waluk, 73, of RR 3, Wyalusing, Pa., died on Monday, April 14, 2008, at home from a brief illness. He was born in Scranton, Pa., the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Rohe, and was raised as an infant by Burton and Lizzie Jones of Wyalusing. Tom graduated from Wyalusing High School in 1953. He served in the U.S. Army from 1957-1959. He retired from GTE OSRAM in 1993 after 31 years of service. Tom married the former Marilyn Irvine, they celebrated 52 wonderful years on Jan. 29, 2008. He was a member of the Wyalusing Lodge No. 618 F.&A.M., Union Royal Arch Chapter of Towanda, Towanda Gun Club, and the National Rifle Association. Tom was a devoted husband and father, and will be greatly missed by his family. He liked to hunt, fish and travel. He found great pleasure in country living, and enjoyed riding four wheeler on his property. Surviving are: his wife, Marilyn, at home; two sons, Brian and companion Beth Colby of R.D. 2, Wyalusing; David, at home; two grandsons, Beau and friend Gala, both in the Armed Forces in Fort Jackson, S.C., Brock and fiancée Ashley, of Highspire, Pa.; great grandson, Dagyn; Shelli Waluk of RR 3, Wyalusing, Pa.; sisters, Bernadine Burke of Conklin, N.Y., Cathy Pedro of Dallastown, Pa., Mary (Dick) Taffe of Dushore, Pa.; brothers, Larry and Jo Rohe of Dushore, Pa.; brother-in-law, Ronnie and wife Nancy of Wysox, Pa.; brother–in-law, Bob and wife Marion of Wysox, Pa.; brother-in-law, Donald Irvine of Wysox, Pa.; and his several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by: Mr. and Mrs. Burton Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Rohe, Charles Irvine and Helen Irvine Bishop; a sister in-law, Odessa Irvine; and brother-in-law, John Burke. Friends and family are invited to call from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 17, 2008, at McHenry Funeral Home, 106 Church Street, Wyalusing, Pa. A Masonic funeral service will be conducted at 10:45 a.m. in the funeral home by Wyalusing Lodge No. 618 F.&A.M. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. on Thursday, in McHenry Funeral Home, with Rev. Diane Prentice, pastor of the Wyalusing United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Standing Stone Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to: HOPS Ambulance Association, Inc. c/o James Seipler, RR 1, Box 280, Rome, PA 18837, or the Herrick Township Volunteer Fire Company, RR 3, Wyalusing, PA 18853, in memory of Tom Waluk. - Towanda Daily Review, 16 April 2008

JOHN HAROLD WESTBROOK, 87, of Towanda RD 3, died Jan. 3, 1985, at the home of his daughter, Ruth Andrus.  He was born June 17, 1897, in Asylum Township, Bradford County, the son of William Henry and Ava Carrie Ellis Westbrook of Macedonia.  Mr. Westbrook lived in several places in Bradford County and engaged in dairy farming most of his life.  He joined Wesauking Grange in 1914 and was a current member.  He was also a member of the Wysox Presbyterian Church.  Mr. Westbrook married Arillia Strope in September 1923.  She preceded him in death on April 30, 1935.  On April 21, 1937, he married Helen Vincent.  She preceded him in death on Feb. 12, 1972.  He was also preceded in death by sons, Victor and William.  Mr. Westbrook possessed a host of friends.  He enjoyed reading, especially historical events and also did a lot of work on family genealogy.  He lived at Page Manor in Athens for six years, prior to his illness.  Mr. Westbrook resided with his daughter, Ruth, for the past three years.  Her husband, Hugh, Preceded him in death Sept. 17, 1984.  He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Harold and Edith Andrus of Towanda; daughter, Ruth Andrus of Towanda RD 3; son and daughter-in-law, John and Pauline Westbrook of Macon, Georgia; 15 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Friends may call at the Vickery Funeral Home on Friday from 3 to 7 p.m.  The funeral service will be held Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson officiating.  Burial will be in Standing Stone Cemetery.  Memorials may be directed to the Home Aide Services, Towanda. –Towanda Daily Review.

WHIPPLE –EFFIE MAE ROOF, 93 widow of Burleigh Lee Roof of Standing Stone died Sunday evening, May 29, 1994 at the Bradford County Manor.  Born Aug. 26, 1900 in Laceyville, she was a daughter of the late Judson and Luna Hitchcock Whipple.  Her main interest in life surrounded her home and family.  She was a member of the Braintrim Baptist Church, attended the Standing Stone United Methodist Church and was a member of the Standing Stone United Methodist Women and the Standing Stone Grange.  Surviving are:  A daughter: Ella Mae Lundy of Standing Stone; three daughters and sons-in-law, Dorothy and Francis Taylor of Herrickville, Sarah and Thomas Cornell of Johnson City, N.Y. and Joanne and Roy King of Natchez, Miss.; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Mary Jane Roof of Standing Stone; 13 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; a sister, Amy Repsher of Binghamton, N.Y. and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Burleigh Lee Roof in 1983.  The funeral service will be held Wednesday, June 1, 1994 at 11 a.m. at the Standing Stone United Methodist Church with the Rev. Joyce Warner officiating.  Interment will be in Standing Stone Cemetery.  The family will receive friends Wednesday morning from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church.  The family suggests that memorials may be directed to the Standing Stone United Methodist Church, in care of Ellen Franklin, RR 2, Box 47, Wysox, Pa. or to the charity or organization of one’s choice in Effie Mae Roof’s memory.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa.  –Towanda Daily Review

WINTERRINGER James Sterling Winterringer Jr.
87, of RR4 Box 4206, Wyalusing, Pa. (Rummerfield Mountain), died
and Savior, on Saturday afternoon, Nov. 27, 2010, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa., after a long courageous struggle with several health problems. A man who gave his all to his God, his family and friends, has been called home by his Lord. An unwavering inspiration to all he knew, especially his family, he always provided an example of wisdom bathed in love. His faith not only carried him through extreme times, but gave hope to those around him. Because of his faith he was victorious in life, and now in life eternal. He always did more than was expected of him and was an inspiration to his family for never giving up and accomplishing hard tasks. Born in Columbus, Ohio, on July 12, 1923, he was the son of the late James S. and Ethel U. Brant Winterringer Sr. He was a graduate of the North Side Technical High School, in Miami, Fla., Class of 1941. On Jan. 28, 1942 he entered the U.S. Navy, where he served aboard the USS Electra. In November of 1942, the USS Electra was torpedoed, off the coast of Casablanca. After the sinking of his ship, he and his fellow ship mates would be picked up at sea by the USS Cole. During his continued service to his country, he would also serve aboard the USS Frontier. Serving in Africa, and the Pacific Theater, he would be discharged as a Electricianers Mate First Class, on Dec. 1,1947.  During his service time, he would marry his wife, the former Mary K. Hughes, on Nov. 25,1944, just celebrating their 66th wedding anniversary on Thanksgiving Day. After his service to his country, he and his family lived in Hialeah, Fla. Moving to Delaware, he worked for Delmarva Power and Light in Wilmington, Del., where he was a Supervisor for Gas Operations, retiring after 20 years, in 1983. After his retirement he moved his family to Rummerfield Mountain, in Standing Stone Twp., where they have lived for the last 27 years. He was a member of the Braintrim Baptist Church in Laceyville, Pa., and was a member of the N.R.A. Over the years, he enjoyed being an amateur Ham Radio Operator. He is survived by his wife Mary K. Hughes Winterringer, of Rummerfield Mountain; his children, James Sterling and his wife Cheri Winterringer III, of Clermont, Fla., Sandra Lee and her husband Richard Hammer, of Tompkinsville, Ky., and Jeffrey Alan and his wife Kathy Winterringer, of Newark, Del. Also surviving is a daughter-in-law, Nancy Winterringer, of Wyalusing, Pa.; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; five step-grandchildren; and six step-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Lillian Wesley, of Wilmington, Del.; and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by a son, Daniel Rodger Winterringer, on Nov. 16, 2008; a grandson, Jeffrey Alan Winterringer Jr., on April 18, 2002; and a sister, Florence Foster, in October 2010. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 1, from the Braintrim Baptist Church, in Laceyville, Pa., with Rev. Thomas Davis, and Rev. Dave Faulkner of the church officiating. Interment will be in the Standing Stone Cemetery. Family and friends may call from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorial contributions to The Smile Train, P.O. Box 96231, Washington, D.C. 20090-6231; or the Braintrim Baptist Church Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 281, Laceyville, PA 18623. Funeral arrangements were made through the Sheldon Funeral Home, Main Street, Laceyville, PA 18623.  Daily Review - November 29, 2010

ERNEST EDWARD WOLFE SR, 88 of Standing Stone died Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2001 at his home.  Ernest was born July 15, 1912 in Stewardsville, N.J.  He owned and operated his farm in Holland Township, N.J. for many years and later moved to Pittstown, N.J. where he operated his own excavating business.  In June of 1972 Ernest moved to the Spring Hill area of Bradford County where he operated his own farm for 10 years.  Following his retirement he moved to Standing Stone.  Mr. Wolfe loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and working in his garden.  Surviving are his wife, Alberta Moore Wolfe, who is a resident of Bradford County Manor; four sons, Charles Wolfe of French Asylum, Robert Wolfe of Standing Stone, Ernest Wolfe Jr. and his wife, Ruth Ann Wolfe of Camptown and Gerry Wolfe and his wife, Lynne Wolfe of Flemington, N.J.; a daughter, Arlene Graytock and her husband, Edward Graytock of Levittown, Pa.; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; three sisters, Nellie Bulmer of Oxford, N.J., Freda Berger of Stewardsville, N.J. and Lou VanOrder of Bath, Pa. and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  A graveside service will be held Saturday, Jan. 27, 2001 at 1 p.m. at the Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda.  There are no calling hours.  –Towanda Daily Review

ROBERT E. ‘BOB’ WOLFE, 61 of Standing Stone, Wysox RR2 died Saturday morning, Nov. 9, 2002 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda.  Born Sep. 3, 1941 he was a son of the late Ernest and Ruth Alberta Moore Wolfe Sr.  Bob owned and operate an excavating business in New Jersey for many years and later operated his dairy farm on Spring Hill for 10 years.  He was formerly employed by Taylor Packing in Wyalusing.  Bob love hunting and fishing and was a member of the Towanda Gun Club and the National Rifle Association.  Surviving are: three brothers, Charles L. Wolfe of Durell, Ernest E. Wolfe Jr. and his wife, Ruth Ann Wolfe of Camptown, Gary Wolfe and his wife, Lynn Wolfe of Flemington, N.J.; a sister and brother-in-law, Arlene M. and Edward Greytock of Levittown, Pa. and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  A memorial service will be held Saturday, Nov. 23, 2002 at 11 a.m. at the Standing Stone United Methodist Church with the Rev. Joyce Warner officiating.  Interment will be in the Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Township.  –Towanda Daily Review
 
 

YATES Colleen Louise Yates

55, of Standing Stone, Pa., died Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011 at her home surrounded by family after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Her cancer benefit was "Party like a Survivor" and she did "fight like a girl."  Colleen was born in Sayre, Pa., on Nov. 18, 1956, one of 18 children of the late Robert Yates Sr. and Marjorie Smith Yates. She attended Towanda area schools and was employed by the Personal Care Home of Memorial Hospital in Towanda for several years and formerly by the Smith Personal Care Home in Wyalusing. Colleen enjoyed the residents of the personal care home and was very well liked by both co-workers and residents. Colleen enjoyed having her grandchildren around often. She also enjoyed watching the Cowboys and Yankees. She traveled as often as possible with friends and family. Some of her favorite trips were to Maryland, Virginia Beach, camping and attending Yankees ballgames. She also enjoyed her "girls only" weekend trips to the casinos and bingo.  Colleen is survived by her spouse of 37 years, Ting Leighton; children Jason (Tabitha) Leighton, Joseph (Susan) Leighton, Tina (Dave) Comstock, Jimmy Jr. (Diane ) Leighton, Timmy (Tammy) Leighton, Jeff Leighton and Lisa Bishop (Mike); grandchildren Vincent and Ayla; step-grandchildren Sally, Amanda, Chris, Kerrie and T.J.; step-great-grandchildren Jaden and Aleah; brothers Ernest Yates, Eddie (Mary) Yates, Billy (Wanda) Yates, Ronnie (Dawn) Yates; sisters Mandy Johnson, Lillian Vanderpool, Rosie (Fred) Sites, Darlene Yates and Tina (Robbie) Robinson; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Frank Horton, Jimmy Johnson, Donnie Leighton, Richie Leighton, Cathy (Wayne) Swartz, Deloris Carson; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Special friends Helen (Don) Nealis, Charlie (Robin) Palmer, Vicky (Bob) McGovern and many others that supported Colleen during her courageous fight.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers Lewis, Walt, Robert Jr. and Lyle; and sisters Kathy Johnson, Marion (Harrison) Fenton, Shirley (Charles) Fulton, Marilyn Horton, and Dotti Yates.  The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2011 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday the funeral home. Interment will follow in the Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Twp., Pa.  Contributions may be directed to the Personal Care Home of Memorial Hospital, 603 William St., Towanda, PA 18848; or to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179 ,Ulster, PA 18850 in Colleen's memory.    Towanda Daily Review - November 20, 2011
 
 

YATES Lyle D. Yates

49, of Standing Stone, Pa. died Wednesday, June 1, 2011 at Memorial Hospital, North Towanda Township, Pa.  Lyle was born in Sayre, Pa. on Feb. 19, 1962, one of 18 children of the late Robert Yates Sr. and Marjorie Smith Yates. He was a graduate of Towanda High School class of 1980 and was employed by Tamarac Farms until his retirement. Lyle enjoyed working on cars and trucks, camping, fishing and hunting.  He is survived by: brothers and sisters-in-law, Ernest Yates of Potterville, Eddy and Mary Yates of Rome, Ronnie and Dawn Yates of Wysox, Billy and Wanda Yates of Towanda; sisters and brothers-in-law, Amanda Johnson of Wysox, Rose and Fred Sites of Towanda, Lillian Vanderpool of Towanda, Darlene Yates and Richie Leighton of Towanda, Colleen Yates and Ting Leighton of Wysox, Tina and Robert Robinson of Wysox; brother-in-law, Frank Horton of Rome; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; close friends, Joe Vandermark, LaVern Thomas, Randy and Brian Fenton, Larry Vanderpool Sr. and Ricky Bellows; and his baby "Mamma Cat."  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by: brothers Lewis, Walt, and Robert Jr.; and sisters Marilyn Horton, Kathy Johnson, Marion (Harrison) Fenton, Shirley (Charlie) Fulton; and sister-in-law, Dotti Yates.  The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 7, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., where the funeral service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 7 p.m. Interment will be private in the Standing Stone Cemetery, Standing Stone Township, Pa.  Memorial contributions may be directed to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850, in Lyle's memory.  Towanda Daily Review -  June 3, 2011
 
 

YATES   Marion Ann "Sis" Yates Fenton, 64, wife of Harrison F. Fenton, Sr. of RR 3, Wyalusing (Orwell Twp. Pa.) died Friday evening, Sept. 17, 2004 in Orwell Twp., Pa.  Born June 7, 1940 in Sayre, Pa. she was the daughter of the late Robert L. and Marjorie Smith Yates. Marion was a graduate of Towanda High School, class of 1958. Marion was employed by the Bradford County Manor for 20 years retiring in 2001.  She was a member of the Vigilante Engine Co. Auxiliary, Rome, Pa. Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 Auxiliary, Skiff-Bower VFW Post 1536 Auxiliary, Sayre and was a social member at the Sons of Italy, in Sayre. She enjoyed bingo and cards with family and friends.  Surviving are: her husband of 43 years, Harrison F. Fenton Sr. at home; sons Brian Fenton of RR 3, Wyalusing, Randy Fenton and his wife Teresa of Wyalusing, daughters and sons in law; Diane and Paul Houton of New York State, and Robin and Bruce Cron of Florida; stepsons and their spouses; Vern and Barb Fenton, Kevin and Wanda Fenton, Ralph and Debbie Fenton, Harold and Janice Fenton, Harris and Janet Fenton and David Fenton; stepdaughters CarrieAnn and Warren Arnold, Doris Spencer, Irene and John Young, Rachel Jackson, Patty and Steven Tyler, and Reta and Rick Denley, Berneice and Chuck May, Kim Yates and Lisa Parker; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; brothers, Robert L. Yates and Lyle Yates both of Standing Stone, Pa. and William Yates and Wanda Benjamin of Liberty Corners; Brothers and sisters-in-law, Ernest and Dotti Yates of Potterville, Pa., Edward and Mary Yates of Towanda, Pa. Ronald and Dawn Yates of Standing Stone; Sisters and brothers-in-law; Marilyn and Frank Horton of Rome, Rosemary and Fred Sites of Towanda, and Kristina and Robert Robinson of Wysox; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her father, Robert L. Yates, Sr. on May 20, 1982, her mother Marjorie L. Smith Yates on Oct. 7, 1994, two brothers, Lewis Dale Yates on May 19, 1966 and Walter Sidney Yates Sr. on March 8, 1991, a sister, Kathleen Lois Johnson on April 20, 2001.  The funeral service will be held on Friday, Sept. 24, at 1 p.m. at the Maryott Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave. Towanda, Pa. with Rev. Helen Learn Pastor of the Standing Stone United Methodist Church officiating.  The family will receive friends Thursday evening 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.  The family suggests memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of one's own choice in Marion Yates Fenton's memory.