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Reading a series of obituaries from a single cemetery, as they are presented here, is like reading the multi-generational history of a community. These people were the local populace at a particular time. The people buried here knew each other, were neighbors, relatives and school mates. They attended church together and engaged in "trade" or business.  All people are listed in alphabetic order by surname at BIRTH. Women identified by a married alias only and  for whom a birth surname can not be identified, are listed on the last page for the cemetery's obituaries. Please send in typed obituaries for people buried in our local cemeteries. If possible include name of newspaper and date. Send typed in your email or in attached Word files. Send to Joyce M. Tice (JoyceTice@aol.com)

 

GABLE Alexander R. “Alex” Gable

23, of Waverly, N.Y., died Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa., following a brief illness.  Alex was born July 30, 1989 in Sayre, Pa. He is the son of Kelly Hale-Gable. Alex attended Waverly High School and graduated in 2007. He was active in baseball and football. Alex also attended Corning Community College and graduated in 2012 with a degree in liberal arts. He had planned to continue his education in the fall. He was employed at Tioga Downs and Shepard Hills Country Club.  He is survived by his girlfriend of five years, Ashley Shaver, and their beloved dogs, Dexter and Lexie; his mother, Kelly and stepfather Jack Robertshaw of Erin, N.Y.; sister and best friend, Kara Elaine Gable of Rochester, N.Y.; brother and best friend, Chad Thomas Gable and wife Stephanie of Waverly; grandparents, Richard and Martha Gable; his special uncle Jimmy of Waverly; step-sister, Jackie and husband Sean Greenawalt and their children Alexandria and Dylan of Horseheads, N.Y.; step-brother, Andrew Robertshaw and his partner Robert Brown; his second family, Norm, Sue, Matt and Greg Shaver of Chemung; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.  Alex has many many friends and they should always remember “They are the family Alex chose for himself.”  Alex was preceded in death by his grandmother, Joyce E. Hale on October 25, 1989 and grandfather, Joseph J. Hale Sr. on November 19, 1985.  The funeral service will be held Sunday, September 9, 2012 at 3 p.m. at the Alteri-Bowen Funeral Home, 314 Desmond St., Sayre, Pa. The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home. The interment service will be held Monday at 10 a.m. at Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa.   Sayre Morning Times – September 7, 2012

 

CHARLES W. GABLE - Softly in the morning, you heard a gentle call, you took the hand God offered you and quietly left us all….Charles W. Gable, 85, of Athens, Pa., passed away on Saturday morning, May 18, 2019 at the Elderwood Healthcare Facility in Waverly. Charlie, as he was affectionately known by his family and friends, was born at home in Athens, Pa., during a snowstorm on March 5, 1934, the son of the late Stephen and Margaret (Wright) Gable. Charlie proudly served his country with the U.S. Navy and for many years served as a Meat Specialist – Supervisor for area supermarkets. A man of many talents, Charlie was a talented woodworker. Charlie was a lifetime member of the Sayre VFW, served as Vice President of the Athens American Legion, enjoyed the friendships shared at the Sons of Italy. He also enjoyed fishing, gardening, dancing, and traveling the countryside, which often ended up in dinner out. Charlie will be greatly missed by his companion Marilyn Curle of Waverly; his children: Timothy (Heather) Gable of Van Etten, N.Y.; Thomas (Denise) Gable of Cambridge, England; Mark (Susie) Gable of Monument, Colo.; Eric (Deena) Gable of Denton, N.C.; Charlee Kay (Jim) Gable-Dougherty of Pittsburgh, Pa. A brother, Philip Gable of Dundee, N.Y.; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and Marilyn’s extended family. Charlie was predeceased by wife Annette Johnston Gable and brother Duane Gable. Family and friends are invited to attend a period of visitation on Saturday, June 1 from 10-11 a.m. at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols. A memorial service and celebration of his life with military honors will follow at 11 a.m. with Pastor Jason Burger officiating. A private family interment will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa. Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to the Sayre VFW Post 1536, 932 W. Lockhart St., Sayre, PA in loving memory of Charles “Charlie” W. Gable. –Sayre Morning Times 5/22/2019

 

WILLIAM J. GALLICK, 58, of 605 Wells Avenue, Athens died Sunday May 10, 1987 at his home. He was born in Waymart, Pa. on March 24, 1929, the son of John and Julia Kresock Gallick. He was a resident of the Valley area for 26 years. He was employed as plant manager at Agway in Waverly, having been employed by Agway for 38 years. He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict, serving with the Marines. He graduated from Honesdale high School in 1946 and Hemp Hill Diesel School in Long Island City. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Athens. Surviving are his wife of 34 years, Margaret at home; four sons: W. Dennis Gallick of Millville, Pa., Jeffrey M. Gallick of Athens, Kevin J. Gallick L. Cpl. Of the Marine Corps, El Toro, Calif., Mark J. Gallick at home; two daughters, Mrs. Jeffrey (Sandra) Sickler of Elmira, Deborah M. Gallick of Wellsboro: three grandchildren; one brother, John Gallick of East Aurora; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Woods of Kingston, N.Y., Mrs. Margaret McCormick of Port Washington, Pa., Mrs. Helen Mundy of Honesdale; several nieces and nephews. Predeceasing him was a brother, Joseph in 1970; two sisters, Catherine McGuiness in 1987 and Elizabeth Highhouse in 1987. Friends may call at the Jenkins Funeral Home, 111 South Main St. Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Prayer service will be Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Church, Athens at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Joseph Conboy as celebrant. Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens. Biblical Wake Service will be at the funeral home Tuesday at 8 p.m. Memorials may be directed to the Bradford County Cancer Society. –Towanda Daily Review

GALLIGAN –ROSEMARIE BENNETT, 88, of Sayre passed away Friday, January 15, 2016 at Sayre Health Care Center. She was born in Sayre on May 12, 1927, the daughter of the late Edward & Helen Galligan. She was a 1945 graduate of Sayre High School. Following high school she attended the Empire Beauty School and was a self-employed beautician until her retirement in 1993. She was a lifetime member of the Church of the Epiphany. She was predeceased by her husband, Wilbur Bennett and daughter, Margaret Burdick. Rosemarie is survived by her sister, Helen Gallligan of Binghamton, her children Jean (Tom) Werkheiser of Sayre, Marc (Diane) Bennett of Sligo, Pa., Jim (Alice) Bennett of Sayre, Mary (Ron) Rogers of Athens, eight grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, January 21, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. at the Church of the Epiphany on South Elmer Avenue in Sayre. Burial will follow at the Tioga Point Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Rosemarie's memory to the Church of the Epiphany, 304 S. Elmer Ave. Sayre, PA. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of The Thomas Cremation and Funeral Service, 110 Woodworth St., Sayre, Pa. –Sayre Morning Times 1/18/2016

GARDNER –HELEN M. SWINGLE SHAFFER, 98, passed away January 11, 2015. She was born in Sayre and graduated from Sayre High School class of 1935. Helen loved attending Senior Citizens and Red Hats and playing cards with her friends. Helen was a member of the Valley United Presbyterian Church. She was predeceased by her parents, Eugene and Ethel Loomis Gardner, brothers, Howard Gardner and Eugene Gardner, Jr. and husbands John Swingle and Robert Shaffer. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Gary and Cheryl Markle of Baldwinsville, NY, and John (Jack) and Barbara Swingle of Athens; grandchildren Gary Scott Markle and his wife Ann of Liverpool, NY, and Kelly Loiacono and her husband Tony of Baldwinsville, NY; one great- grandson Derek Markle; one brother Stanley Gardner of Bethlehem, PA; and special friend Helen Seibel of Sayre as well as several nieces and nephews. Private services will be held at Blauvelt Funeral Home, 625 Broad Street, Waverly, New York with the Rev. Diane Bentley officiating. Memorial donations may be made in Helen’s name to a charity of one’s choice. Burial will be at Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pennsylvania. –Sayre Morning Times 1/14/2015

 

GARDNER  Howard E. , 88, of Sayre, died Tuesday, April 2,2002 at home after a short illness.  Born in Sayre, July 1, 1913, the son of Eugene and Ethel LOOMIS GARDNER.  Howard was predeceased by his wife, Lulu GARDNER in 1998; a son, Clifford GARDNER in 1984; and a daughter, Doris DIXON in 2001.  He is survived by two daughters, Lucille (Gerald ‘Jud’) TWIGG of Litchfield; and Nancy COOK of Sayre; 18 grandchildren and 38 great grandchildren; a sister, Helen SHAFFER of Bethlehem, PA; and several nieces and nephews.  Funeral was held at the Lowery Funeral Home, 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA, Thursday, April 4, 2002, with Leland THOMPSON officiating. Burial was in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens.  Funeral and committal services for Mary L. Smith, 96, formerly of Sayre and East Smithfield, will be held Tuesday, May 21 at 2 p.m. at the Blauvelt Funeral Home, 445 Waverly St., Waverly, N.Y., with the Rev. Lynn ENSIGN officiating. Friends may call Tuesday from 1-2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens.

GARFIELD -  John J. Garfield, 93, formerly 6 Center St., South Waverly, PA  died Friday evening July 11, 2008 at Memorial Hospital Inc., North Towanda Twp., PA.  Born  February 13, 1915 in South Waverly, PA he was the son of the late Salvadore and Guiseppa (Josephine) Lafaro Garfield (Carfagna).  John attended the South Waverly Schools.  In earlier years John was employed by Ed Ropp in his monument shop as a stone cutter.  He was a veteran of WWII having served in the US Navy aboard the U.S.S. Lexington from February 15, 1943 until the end of the war, and was wounded during the Battle of Midway.  John was employed by the Ingersoll-Rand in Athens from 1958 until his retirement in 1977.  He was member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in South Waverly. John was an avid baseball fan and supporter of the Waverly Little League.  John is predesceased by his three sisters Christina “Tina” Cerio, Philomena “Minnie” Martin, and Mary Marcuzzi and five brothers Carmine, Joseph, Fallie, Michael and Anthony Garfield.  John is survived by several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews and cousins.  The family will receive friends Friday July 18, 2008 from  9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Alteri-Bowen Funeral Home 314 Desmond St.,  Sayre, PA followed by a funeral service at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Vincent Langan, pastor of the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Division St., South Waverly, PA officiating.  Interment will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA with the Valley Color Guard according full military honors.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Waverly Little League or to the Sayre Public Library 122 S. Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA 18840 in John J. Garfield’s memory.  Submitted by RKW.  Sayre Morning Times

MICHAEL ‘BILL’ GARRITY, 54 of Sayre, died Saturday, Nay 31, 2003 at the Robert Packer Hospital after a four-month battle with cancer.  Mike was born on August 19, 1948, in Sayre to Edward and June Garrity.  After graduating from Athens High School, Mike was a hard-working, loyal employee for 25 years at the Ingersoll-Rand.  Survivors included; his mother, June Garrity, of Sayre; four daughters, their husbands, and children; Tess and Dave Colton, of Fredericksburg, VA; Tricia Brady, Sydney and Leah Liechty, of Athens; Liza, Mike and Dominic Petrocco, of Horseheads, NY; and Nikki Simpson, of Waverly, Beach, FL; Howard and Tammy Lynn Garrity, of Waverly; Ed and Bonnie Garrity of Sayre; Wes and Karen Garrity of Lockwood; and Margaret and Gary Culver of Sayre; and several nieces and nephews.  Family and friends are invited to calling hours on Monday, June 2, 2003 from 7 – 9 p.m. at Blauvelt Funeral Home, 445 Waverly Street, Waverly, North Waverly Chapel with the Rev. Michael Putzke officiating.  Burial will follow at the Tioga Point Cemetery in Athens.  Memorials may be directed to the North Waverly Chapel, 38 Rt. 34, Waverly, NY.  –Towanda Daily Review

GARRITY  Michael "Bill" GARRITY, 54, of Sayre died Saturday, May 31, 2003 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, after a four-month battle with cancer.  Mike was born Aug. 19, 1948 in Sayre to Edward and June GARRITY.  After graduating from Athens High School, Mike was a hard-working, loyal employee for over 25 years at the Ingersoll-Rand.  Survivors include: his mother, June GARRITY of Sayre; four daughters, husbands and grandchildren -- Tess and Dave COLTON of Fredericksburg, Va.; Tricia, Brady, Sydney and Leah LIECHTY of Athens; Liza, Mike and Dominic PETROCCO of Horseheads, N.Y.; and Nikki Simpson of Waverly. Mike's siblings and their spouses include: Russ and Connie GARRITY of Vero Beach, Fla.; Howard and Tammy Lynn GARRITY of Waverly; Ed and Bonnie GARRITY of Sayre; Wes and Karen GARRITY of Lockwood; and Margaret and Gary CULVER of Sayre; and several nieces and nephews.  Family and friends are invited to call Monday, June 2 from 7-9 p.m. at the Blauvelt Funeral Home, 445 Waverly St., Waverly.  Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 3 at 11 a.m. at the North Waverly Chapel with the Rev. Michael PUTZKE officiating.  Burial will follow in Tioga Point Cemetery in Athens.  Memorials may be directed to the North Waverly Chapel, 38 Route 34, Waverly, NY 14892.

 

GARDNER -NANCY B. COOK, 80, of Athens, Pa., went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness. She was born on March 22, 1941, in Sayre, Pa., the daughter of the late Howard and Lula (Rogers) Gardner. She was predeceased by her son Alan Cook, brother Clifford Gardner, and sister Doris Dixon. Nancy was a people person and could talk to anyone whether she knew them or not. She was a greeter at Wal-Mart and loved her job because of all the people she would meet. She loved visiting with people no matter where she went. Nancy enjoyed spending time outdoors watching the birds and seeing all the beauty of nature. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Athens. Nancy enjoyed, singing, karaoke, writing, and poetry. She also enjoyed playing pool and playing board games. Nancy is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law Carol and Doug Eastway of Sayre, Pa., Sandra and Henry Brennan of Rochester, N.Y., and Dianne and Don Holton of Windham, Pa. She is also survived by her grandchildren Stephanie (Bill) Hubert, Alicia(Eric) VanDuzer, Jamie Northrup, Scott (Jinny) Northrup, Krista (Doug Martin) Smith, Megan Smith, Ashley (Tina) Humphrey, and Steven Cook, great-grandchildren Layla Hubert, Hunter Pedro, Chase Pedro, Wesson Pedro, Jadyn Northrup, Jahkeem Hines, Jahmeer Hines, and Rianna Northrup, and she was looking forward to meeting her newest great-grandson, sister and brother-in-law Lucille and Ged Twigg, and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and her significant other Manley Frisbie of Sayre, Pa. A Time of Visitation will be held for family and friends on Sunday, August 15, 2021, from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. at the Lowery-Urban Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, Pa. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 4 p.m. with Pastor Leland Thompson officiating. A private burial at Tioga Point Cemetery will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made in Nancy’s name to the Calvary Baptist Church, 701 West Pine Street, Athens, PA. -Sayre Morning Times 8/12/2021

 

GATTONE –DELORES BIDWELL GREEN went to be with our Lord on Sunday, October 12, 2014. She was born Delores Mae Gattone on November 29, 1932 to Verino and Catherine Gattone in Laureldale, PA. Delores graduated from high school and attended Allentown Bible College in Allentown, PA. In 1951, she married Bobbie L. Bidwell in Watertown, NY where they began their life in ministry in Salem, NJ .From there, their path in service to God took them to churches in Coleville, PA, Sayre, PA, Gratz, PA, Strattanville, PA, Schenectady, NY, and Syracuse, NY through 43 years of marriage. During this time, Delores and Bobbie were blessed with three sons, Paul Lawrence, Phillip James Bidwell, and David Charles Bidwell. In 1994, shortly after his retirement from the ministry, Bobbie L. Bidwell took his place in heaven, and Delores began a new chapter of life in Hobe Sound, FL where she took on the role of Dean of Women at the Hobe Sound Bible College. During this time, she married Kenneth L. Green in 2002 and lived in the Hobe Sound area until her passing. Delores was an accomplished musician, playing the piano, organ, and accordion. Her joy of music included directing the church choir. She was also a Sunday School Teacher and enjoyed her role as a pastor’s wife, entertaining church members and guests. Her missionary work took her to various places including Romania, and she also worked with Sight Seers, helping to organize leisure trips for seniors in South Florida. She took special joy in working with the young women of Hobe Sound Bible College as their Dean of Women for several years. Delores is survived by her husband Kenneth L. Green of Hobe Sound, FL, 3 sons Paul Lawrence (Diane) Bidwell of Allentown, PA, Philip James (Michelle) Bidwell of Delray Beach, FL and NYC, NY, and David Charles (Kitty) Bidwell of Schenectady, NY, brother David (Irene) Gattone of Fredericksburg, PA, and by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and extended family. Friends and family may call on Saturday, October 18, 2014 from 12pm – 2pm at the Pilgrim Holiness Church, 701 N. Wilbur Ave., Sayre, PA. Funeral Services will follow at the church at 2pm with the Rev. John Musser officiating. Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA. For those desiring to make memorial donations, please consider the Sayre Pilgrim Holiness Church, 701 South Wilbur Ave., Sayre, PA. Sayre Morning Times 10/14/2014

PATRICIA A. GAVETTE, 80, of West Burlington Township, PA passed away Monday, December 27, 2021, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Patricia was born March 4, 1941 in Sayre, the daughter of Leigh Phelps Gavette and Eva Stanko Gavette. She attended the Ulster Elementary School and was a graduate of Athens Area High School. Patricia was employed by GTE Sylvania in Towanda for many years until her retirement. Patricia possessed great love for her family especially her beloved nieces and nephews whom she “spoiled” with great pride and provided care when they were children. Patricia loved family gatherings and holidays especially Christmas time when she would make popcorn balls and fudge for all to enjoy. She greatly enjoyed talking with people and will be fondly remembered by many for her sense of humor, joke telling, and her exuberant laugh. Patricia’s family includes her siblings, Betty Walker, JoAnne Gavette, and Gerald Gavette, as well as many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and cousins. In addition to her parents, Patricia was predeceased by her brothers, Thomas Eugene Gavette, William Francis Gavette, James E. Gavette, Robert Gavette, Richard Gavette, and sisters, Barbara Ammerman and Dorothy Wilkinson. A funeral service will be held Saturday, January 15, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home 217 York Ave. Towanda, PA. with Rev. Robert W. Martin officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA. -Towanda daily Review 1/9/2022

 

GAVETTE Paul Richard “Dick” Gavette

72, of 801 Thompson St., Elmira, N.Y., died Saturday evening, July 23, 2011 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, N.Y.  “Dick,” as he was known by his family and friends, was born April 6, 1939 in Sayre, Pa., the son of Leigh Phelps Gavette and Eva Stanko Gavette. He was a graduate of Athens High School class of 1957 and later served in the U.S. Army for three years.  Dick was employed by Kennedy Valve in Elmira, N.Y., for 28 years until his retirement. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and cyclist. He enjoyed traveling with his friends. He will be lovingly missed by his family.  He is survived by his sisters, Joanne Marie Gavette of Wilmington, Del., Betty Jane Walker of Lemoyne, Pa., Patricia Arlene Gavette of Towanda, Pa., Gerald Allen Gavette and his wife Donna of Waverly, N.Y.; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was preceded in death by sisters, Dorothy Louise Wilkinson and Barbara Jean Ammerman; brothers, Robert Leigh, James Edward, Thomas Eugene and William Francis Gavette.  A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours.  Interment will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa.   The Alteri-Bowen Funeral Home, 314 Desmond St., Sayre, Pa., is assisting Dick’s family with arrangements.   Sayre Morning Times – July 25, 2011

 

GAVETTE -VIOLA TAYLOR WILCOX, 78, of 105 East Vanderbilt St., Athens, died Wednesday, April 18, 1984 at the Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness.  Born Jan. 8, 1906 in E. Smithfield, she was the daughter of Lincoln and Myrtie King Gavette.  Mrs. Wilcox had been a resident of Athens since 1920.  She graduated from Athens High School in 1924 and from Mansfield Normal School in 1926.  Mrs. Wilcox taught at three schools in the area before going to the Page School, Athens, in 1931, where she taught until 1968.  Mrs. Wilcox was a member of the Athens First Baptist Church, the State Christian Endeavor Association, the Retired Teachers Association and was an active member of the PTA.  She was preceded in death by her first husband, Milton Taylor, in 1970.  Surviving are her husband, Gilbert, one daughter, Mrs. Dawn Johnson of Ithaca; one sister, Dorothea Gavette of Athens; one grandson; five stepchildren and seven nieces.  Friends may call at the Lowery Funeral Home, 225 South Main St., Athens, on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.  Funeral and committal services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Nelson Griffith, pastor of the Athens First Baptist Church, officiating.  Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, at a later date.

 

EARL M. GEIGER JR., 85, of Sayre, Pa., passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021, at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. He was born on June 18, 1936, in Wescosville, Pa., the son of Earl M. Sr. and Evelyn (Bryfogle) Geiger. Earl was 1954 Athens High School graduate, he was employed in the Maintenance Department with IBM, Owego, N.Y., retiring after 33 years. Earl loved the outdoors, gardening, and hunting, and was very handy and could fix anything. He is predeceased by his mother Evelyn Bryfogle Geiger, father and stepmother Earl M. Sr. and Frances Geiger, and brother Ralph Geiger. Earl is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years Esther M. (Morley) Geiger at home, children Rebecca Howard of Burdett, N.Y., Susan (Charles) Blake of Waverly, N.Y., Cynthia (Kevin) Barnhart of Nichols, N.Y., Stanley (Holly) Geiger of Tucson, Ariz., and Evelyn (John) McCallops of Mooresville, N.C., 11 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers Ronald (Joyce) Geiger and Robert Geiger, sister-in-law Diane Geiger, aunt Dorothy Geiger, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. A Time of Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Lowery-Urban Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 225 S. Main St., Athens, Pa. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa. -Sayre Morning Times 10/22/2021

 

GEHRIS –CATHY JEAN GEHRIS GABRIEL, 62, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on June 10, 2017, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Sayre, Pa., on March 2, 1955, Cathy was the daughter of Shirley Yeomans Dimmick and the late Thomas Gehris. Cathy graduated from Athens High School in 1973 and Bloomsburg State College in 1977 with a degree in Elementary Education. She married her high school sweetheart, Dr. James M. Gabriel, on Aug. 6, 1977, and they would have celebrated 40 years of marriage this summer. From 1977 to 1980, while Jim was in optometry school in Philadelphia, Cathy worked as a bank teller. The couple returned to their hometown in 1980, and Cathy began her teaching career. She took a permanent position in Athens School District in 1985 at Sheshequin-Ulster Elementary. After 30 wonderful years, she concluded her career with the district in 2015, retiring from Lynch-Bustin Elementary. Cathy was passionate about teaching, and she touched the lives of many colleagues, students and their families. She was a member of ProCare Fitness, Endless Mountains Quilt Guild, Quilt Girls sewing group, and a book club with her friends. She loved the sun, water and her annual vacation to the beach in Ocean City, Md., with family and friends. Cathy also loved reading, shopping, quilting, and walking. Most of all, she cherished time with her family, especially her precious grandsons. She was the beloved wife of Dr. James Gabriel of Sayre, Pa., loving mother of Nicole (James) Briggs of Athens, Todd Gabriel of Sayre, and Dr. Travis (fianceé Kate Homa) Gabriel of Yardley, Pa., beloved Gaga to Aidan and Austin Briggs and Adeline, due to be born in August. Cathy is also survived by her mother, Shirley Dimmick of Sayre, stepmother-in-law Elaine Gabriel, sisters Sandra (Thomas) Drake of Simpsonville, S.C., and Glenda (Gene) Otten of Ridgebury, Pa., brother-in-law Keith (Debbie) Gabriel of Sayre, sister-in-law Jane (Billy) Giaimo of Allentown, N.J., and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and their families. Cathy was predeceased by her father, Thomas Gehris; stepfather, Gene Dimmick; and mother-and-father-in-law, Leonard and Stella Gabriel. Throughout Cathy's illness, she displayed a positive attitude and always had a smile. She appreciated the thoughtfulness of so many with their visits, prayers and other acts of kindness. The family would like to thank Cathy's special care team of P4 friends Janet, Paula and Vicki, sister Glenda, and friends Martha and Linda. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Lynch-Bustin Elementary, 253 Pennsylvania Ave., Athens, PA for books to be placed in the school library, or to the charity of one's choice. Calling hours will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at the Church of the Epiphany, 304 S. Elmer Ave., Sayre, and again from 9-10 a.m. on Thursday, June 15, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10 a.m. Burial will be at The Tioga Point Cemetery following the Mass. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of The Thomas Cremation and Funeral Service, 1297 Elmira St., Sayre, Pa. –Sayre Morning Times 6/13/2017

 

DONALD H. GEHRIS, 92, formerly of Athens, died on April 11, 2005 at the VA Nursing Facility in Wilkes-Barre. Born on Sept. 8, 1912 in Sheffield, Pa., he was the son of Thomas and Maude Wolfanger Gehris. Don married the late Frances Gregory Gehris of Wilkes-Barre on Nov. 2, 1945. He was a highly decorated disabled World War II veteran. He served in the Pacific Theater and received many medals of Honor during his enlistment. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and especially fly-fishing. Don tied his own flies and made custom bamboo rods. He was also a skilled craftsman who repaired watches and clocks for many years. Don was predeceased by: his wife, Frances; two brother, Robert and Thomas; and two sisters, Irene Heib and Idabelle Geer. He is survived by: a son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Linda Gehris of Wilkes-Barre; a daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and Willard Updyke of Waverly; two grandchildren, Deena Ramondetta of Salt Lake City, Utah, and Justin Updyke of Waverly; two great-grandchildren, Autumn and Justin Jr.; and several nieces and nephews. There will be no calling hours or services at the request of the deceased. Burial will be at Tioga Point Cemetery at the convenience of the family. The Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., in Athens will handle all arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the Sayre Christian Church or the Athens or Sayre Libraries. Contributed by Carol Brotzman.  –Evening Times Apr. 14, 2005.

 

GEORGE E. GEISINGER JR., 56, of Waverly, NY passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2017 at home. He was born on June 22, 1961 in Sayre, PA, the son of George E. Geisinger, Sr., and Patricia Daddona Geisinger. George was employed with Acme on Keystone Avenue in Sayre for 20 years. He was then a car salesman for 18 years with Simmons-Rockwell in Big Flats, NY. George loved the outdoors and enjoyed many activities that allowed him to spend time in nature. He adored camping, hunting, and fishing. George also liked riding four-wheelers, and visiting the beach. He was predeceased by his mother, Patricia A. Geisinger in 2017, maternal grandparents, Patsy Daddona and Jeanette Rogers Daddona, and paternal grandparents, Albert and Laura Geisinger. George is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Aaron and Ashley Geisinger of Waverly, NY, son, Travis Geisinger of Sayre, PA, grandchildren, Nathan, Annaleise, and Nolan Geisinger, father and step-mother, George and Shirley Geisinger of Waverly, NY, sisters, Lori Lane of Sayre, PA, and Bonnie Manzer of Waverly, NY, brother and sister-in-law, Dave and Diane Dragoo of Waverly, NY, sister and brother-in-law, Shirl and Tony Sindoni of Waverly, NY, mother of his children, Diane Wright, aunts and uncles, Joseph and Kay Daddona of Waverly, NY, and Tom and Elaine Daddona of Sayre, PA, nieces and nephews, Patrick, Jonathan, Cody, Doug, Darren, Laura, TJ, Brett, and Greg, several cousins, and special friends, Kelly Keene and David "Hootie" Tappan. Friends and family may call on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 from 1pm-3pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. A Memorial Service will follow at 3pm at the funeral home with the Rev. Linda Rogers officiating. Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, in Athens, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in George's memory to: Trinity of Bradford County, 100 Henry Street, Sayre, PA or Stray Haven, 194 Shephard Road, Waverly, NY.

 

GERGEL Annette N. Tinkham

73, of Athens, Pa., died Thursday, March 30, 2011 at Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness.  She was born April 25, 1937 in Athens, Pa., the daughter of the late John J. and Anna Emily Bohus Gergel.  Annette was a member of the Parish of The Epiphany. She was employed with Notre Dame and St. James Schools and was a teacher for Bradford County Daycare for over 40 years, always remembering the students that she taught. Annette enjoyed crocheting, macramé, knitting, and working on her computer. She enjoyed going camping at Lake Bonin.  She is predeceased by her husband Theodore K. Tinkham, and brothers John and Richard Gergel.  Annette is survived by her children T. John Tinkham and Pat Bennett of South Waverly, Pa., and William and Patricia Tinkham of Waverly, N.Y., grandchildren Christie Tinkham of Waverly, N.Y., and Hollie Tinkham of Waverly, N.Y., brother Dennis Gergel of Bradenton, Fla., special friend Leanne Stephen, several special aunts and uncles, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Family and friends may call on Monday, April 4, 2011 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 5, 2011at 10 a.m. at Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home and Cremations Services Inc. with the Rev. Vincent Langan officiating.  Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa.  Memorial donations may be made in Annette’s memory to Bradford County Daycare, 301 Main Street, Towanda, PA 18848.  Sayre Morning Times – April 3, 2011

 

GERGEL David A. Gergel

54, of Elmira, NY died Thursday, December 13, 2012 after an inspiring and courageous battle with cancer. Born November 18, 1958 to B. Marie Gergel and the late Richard Gergel, David graduated from Horseheads High School, and then joined the United States Marine Corps. After his honorable discharge, David pursued a life in the arts. He had a great love for music and became an accomplished painter with several abstracts displayed locally and authored "Signs at the Roadside" a book of poetry. David's passion for the arts never wavered, and it gave him great comfort during his illness.  David is survived by his wife Starr, son Eric and his wife, Kasey, mother, B. Marie Gergel, siblings Brian Gergel, Anne Katz, and Lynnette "Lu Lu" Gergel, and Eric's mother, Robin Gergel. Other loving family includes Uncle Dennis Gergel and his wife Shirley, his niece and nephew, Jessica and Nathan Katz, numerous cousins, mother-in-law Doris VanWormer, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Harry and Susan Blackman, Stacey Keener, and, Robert and Holly Kingsley. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at 11am at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA with Pastor Bob Jones from the Glad Tidings Church officiating.  Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, David's wish was for donations to be made to Rainbow of Hope Animal Rescue, Inc., PO Box 411, Big Flats, NY 14814. David admired those that rescued dogs, as he left behind two of his own.  Star Gazette – December 16, 2012

 

BRADLEY PAUL GILBERT, 19, of 606 Desmond St., Athens, died July 29, 2005.  He was born Nov. 2, 1985, the son of Paul and Diana Kidd Gilbert.  Brad was a 2004 graduate of Athens High School.  He attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania and planned to attend Lackawanna College to pursue a career in sports management.  Brad was employed Charm Pools of Waverly, N.Y., for the summer.  He was active in many sports including golf, basketball, baseball, fishing and boating.  He was a big fan of the New York Mets, the Miami Dolphins and the University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish.  Brad was able to attend several Atlanta Hawks games when they were playing in Philadelphia and was introduced to the players by Joe O’Toole, former trainer of the Hawks.  Brad also had the honor of receiving a uniform from Spud Webb.  He loved to hang out with his family and buds.  Brad was predeceased by his grandfathers, Howie Gilbert, in 1989, and Jack Kidd in 2004, as well as several great-aunts and uncles.  In addition to his parents, Paul and Diana Gilbert, he is survived by his godmother, Julie Swingle of Sayre; godfather, Tim Davidson of Athens; grandmothers, Clara Gilbert of Waverly and Shirley Kidd of Sayre; six aunts and uncles, Howie and Kathy Gilbert of Rome, N.Y., Pat and Ed McEwen of Palm Bay, Fla., Sue and Denny O’Toole of Waverly, Rick and Laura Gilbert of Sayre, Ed and Terry Gilbert of Hornbrook, and Sally Foote of Sayre; his cousins, Samantha and Jessie Foote, Brenda and Brian McEwen, Kim Maxim, Michelle Gilbert, Megan and Daryl Croft, and Erica Gilbert; a special friend, Brittany Brown of Washington, Pa.; a special loving dog, Missy; and a host of special family and friends.  Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 S. Main St., Athens.  Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Sayre Christian Church with the Rev. James Donahoo officiating.  After the services, burial will follow in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens.  Following the burial, Brad’s parents will be receiving family and friends for a luncheon at their home.  Donations for an athletic award may be made in Brad’s name to the Athens High School Athletic Department, 204 Willow St., Athens, Pa. or Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, Pa. or a charity of one’s choice.  –Towanda Daily Review.

 

HAROLD E. (HOWIE) GILBERT, 67, of 311 Pennsylvania Ave., Athens died unexpectedly on Thursday, May 18, 1989 at home. Born April 7, 1922 in Sayre, he was the son of Marvin and Laura Frantz Gilbert. He attended Sayre schools and was a veteran of World War II, serving in the European Theatre. Mr. Gilbert held memberships in Fort Sullivan American Legion Post No. 246, Athens, Ball-Skerpon Post No. 773, Catholic War Veterans, Sayre and the Skiff-Bower VFW Post No. 1536, Sayre. He was also very active in sports. He was employed at Remington-Rand in Elmira for 16 years and Ingersoll-Rand in Athens for 23 years, retiring in 1987. He is survived by his wife, Clara; two daughters, Mrs. Edward (Pat) McEwen, Cornwall, N.Y. and Mrs. Dennis (Sue) O’Toole of Waverly; four sons: Harol (Howie) Jr. with the U.S. Air Force in Rome, N.Y., Edward of Hornbrook and Richard and Paul of Athens; four sisters: Mrs. Raymond (Ida) Scrivens of Sheshequin, Mrs. Daniel (Betty) Stolicker of South Waverly, Mrs. Parvin (Ruth) Mensch of Chemung and Mrs. Raymond (Phyllis) VanDuzer of Athens; a brother, William of Sayre; six grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Lowery Funeral Home, 225 South Main St., Athens on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held there Saturday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Rodney Saylor, pastor of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sayre officiating. Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens with full military honors. Memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association, 912 W. Fourth St., Williamsport, Pa. or the American Cancer Society, 515 S. Main St., Athens. –Towanda Daily Review

GILBERT -IDA L. SCRIVENS, 87, of Athens, PA passed away at her home on Friday, July 17, 2020. She was born on Nov. 26, 1932 in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late Marvin Henry and Laura May (Frantz) Gilbert. Ida graduated from Sayre High School and was the Head Majorette during her high school years. When her son Raymond was in school, she loved watching him play in his high school sporting events. She enjoyed attending the Sayre High School football games. Ida’s home was always open to friends and family. She enjoyed being outdoors in the sun, attending the Bloomsburg Fair, and loved roller skating at the Keystone Roller Rink. She was a member of the Friendship Club. She is predeceased by her husband, Raymond A. Scrivens Sr.; brothers and sisters; good friend, Jack Ackerman; and close friend, Daniel Hickey. Ida is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Raymond and Donna Scrivens Jr. of Athens, PA; grandchildren, Jesse and Brittany Scrivens of St. Peters, MO and Jeremy Scrivens of Athens, PA; former granddaughter-in-law, Susan Scrivens of St. Peters, MO; great-grandchildren, Paityn and Brooklyn. She is also survived by her siblings, William Gilbert of Syracuse, NY; great-nieces, Lisa Spear and significant other, Jeanine Kirk and Carla Argro and husband, Mark; great-nephew, Carl Chapman; great-great-niece, Carsel Webb; great-great-nephew, Jerome Webb; and many other nieces and nephews; and good friend, Diane Ackerman. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, July 20, 2020 at Tioga Point Cemetery, 803 North Main St., Athens, PA. -Towanda Daily Review 7/18/2020

WILLIAM NORMAN GILBERT, 85, of Syracuse, NY, formerly of Sayre, Pa., passed away on October 23, 2020 at the VA Community Living Center, Syracuse, N.Y. He was born on July 2, 1935 in Sayre, Pa., the son of the late Marvin and Laura Frantz Gilbert. Bill was a Navy veteran serving during the Korean War. He was very active in the community he was a member of the Waverly Masonic Lodge where he was a Past Master, Waverly Eastern Star where he was a Past Patron, Sayre VFW Post 1536, Waverly American Legion, Howard Elmer Hose Company #4 and served on the council of St. John Lutheran Church, Sayre. Bill was an employee of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home in Athens, PA retiring after many years of faithful service. He is predeceased by his wife, Shirley Muffley Gilbert, four brothers and six sisters. Bill is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Lori Gilbert of Syracuse, N.Y.; grandchildren Michael and Caitlin Gilbert of Syracuse, N.Y. and Steven Gilbert of Syracuse, N.Y.; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends and family may call on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 207 Hopkins Street, Sayre, PA where a funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Melinda Artman officiating. Burial with military honors will follow the service at Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa. Arrangements entrusted to Lowery-Urban Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Athens, Pa. -Sayre Morning Times 10/26/2020

GILLAN -Mrs. JOAN G. EVANS, 92, went to God on Nov. 21, 2020, after a short illness at the Elderwood Skilled Nursing Facility in Waverly, N.Y., where she was a resident. Born Joan Gillan on June 28, 1928 in Ithaca, N.Y., to Robert and Carol Dragon Gillan, she moved to Waverly, N.Y., at age 1. She was raised there by her grandparents, Lewis and Josephine Gillan. As a resident of East Waverly, she remained there the entirety of her existence and did so very contentedly. She was a graduate of Waverly High School Class of 1946. A long and diverse working life, Joan worked a myriad of jobs, enjoying them all. Age 16, after school and Saturdays, at the Manoil Toy Factory and the Ingersoll-Rand business offices. After high school she took a break to raise three sons, then to Waverly Central Schools cafeteria staff, cashier at the Grand Union Supermarket and, lastly, as a bookkeeper for Leon Walker & Sons Plumbing, Inc. of Waverly, N.Y. Her first retirement led her to volunteer for 18 years at the Tioga Nursing Facility in Waverly, officially retiring at age 79. She reveled in a long history of buying and selling collectables, doing craft shows, and hosting renowned yard sales and doing appraisals upon request. A seasoned traveler, she loved coming home, and being at home the best. She is predeceased by her husband, Richard C. Evans, her brother, Robert Gillan (widow, Susan) of Waverly, N.Y., a son, Samuel McNett (widow, Alice McNett) of Deposit, N.Y., son, Marc McNett of Hilo, Hawaii. Living son, Miles McNett, wife, Lynn, of Pine City, N.Y. She had numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews, stepchildren and their spouses. She bids farewell to a cast of dear friends as well. There will be no services, by Joan’s request. Interment will be at Tioga Point Cemetery beside her late husband, Richard, and extended family dating back to her great-great-grandfather, John Lugars, a Civil War veteran. Caring assistance is being provided by Cooley-Tioga Point Cremation & Burial Options, Inc., 802 N. Main St., Athens, PA. -Sayre Morning Times 11/27/2020

 

GILLETTE Lyle G. Gillette

Lyle G. Gillette, age 89, of Providence St., Waverly, N.Y., died peacefully at the Robert Packer Hospital on Wednesday, November 14, 2012.  He worked at Borg Warner in Ithaca, N.Y., for 28 years and retired as a supervisor. After his retirement he enjoyed spending time with his loving wife, family and friends, playing cards and games.  He is survived by his loving wife Evelyn of 64 years; children: Don (Cheryl) Gillette, Sandy (Tom) Taylor, Leo (Debbie) Gillette, Jerry (Chris) Gillette, Trudy Kepner (Brian); brothers Ross (Arlene) Gillette, Gene (Kathrin) Gillette; sister-in-law Mary Zimmer; grandchildren Tracie (Bradley)Gray, Chelsie (Sam) Gillette, Kristie (Joel) Godec, T (Alexis) Taylor, Katie Taylor, Meghan Taylor, Keith (Lucy) Gillette, Kevin Gillette, Kathy Gillette, mother of Pat (Mandy) Gillette, and Maureen Gillette; great-grandchildren: Madison, Shelby, Aubrey Taylor, Becky, and Emma Gillette; as well as special niece and nephew Claude and Mary Hoyt, and many many, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.  He was predeceased by his parents Ward and Sarah (Rose) Gillette; his son-in-law John Kepner; his brothers: Carl (Mary) Gillette, Leon (Betty) Gillette, Hugh (Joan) Gillette, and Ivan (Alberta) Gillette; sisters: Cora (Jim) Meckes, Ruth (Francis) Mott, and Ella (Doc) Doane; and sister-in-laws Dora (Herman) Brown and Lillis (Percy) Wood.  Friends and family may call on Sunday, November 18, 2012 from 4 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., on Monday, November 19, 2012 at Luckner Funeral Home, 449 Park Ave., Waverly, N.Y. Interment will follow at the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa.     Sayre Morning Times – November 17, 2012

 

GIZZI –ANN ‘GIZZI’ MCKEAN, 89, of Ridgebury Township, PA passed away at the Athens Health Care and Rehabilitation Services Facility on September 27, 2015 with family by her side. Ann went to be with her family and friends. Ann was born on May 25, 1926 in Paterson, NJ the daughter of the late George and Rose DeCerino Gizzi, the youngest of seven children. Ann was a homemaker, a loving wife and mother of 5. Her interest included reading, music, soap operas, knitting and cooking. Ann is preceded in death by her husband Grant S. McKean, Sr. (1988), her brothers Steve, Tony, and Johnny; sisters Molly, Mary and Fanny; brothers-in-law Carl, Hank, Fran, Ted, Paul and Sam; sisters-in-law Margaret, Ruth and Barbara; and son-in-law Larry Ostrander. Ann is survived by her children Ruth Ostrander, Grant Jr. and Debbie McKean, Mark and Cathy McKean, Rose McKean and Joseph McKean; sisters-in-law June Costanza and Mary McGrath; grandchildren Jeremy McKean, Andy Sozanski, Kevin and Audry McKean, Amy McKean, Jeff Ostrander, Seth McKean and Rainey McKean; great-grandchildren Payton Lopreste, Kendra Tucker McKean, Kenzington Ashley Woodward; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends and family may call on Wednesday, September 30, 2015 from 6-8pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral Services will be Thursday October 1, 2015 at the funeral home at 1pm with the Rev. James Ellis officiating. Burial will be at the Tioga Point Cemetery. –Funeral home notice, Carol Brotzman

JAMES PAUL GLANN, 92, of Waverly, passed away Sunday, May 29, 2016 at the Elderwood Health Care Facility in Waverly. Born June 25, 1923 in Apalachin, N.Y., the son of the late Maude (Griffin) and George H. Glann and loving husband of the late Kathleen Ayers Glann. James was the last surviving child of 16. James was a U.S. Army veteran, a U.S. Navy veteran, and a veteran of the Canadian Army, he served during both the Korean War and World War II, serving very proudly and being wounded twice. He was very active in the community, serving with many area fire companies in the Valley. He also had lifetime memberships with the VFW, both here and in Lake Placid, Fla., local and state American Legions, and the New York State Fireman's Association. He was a self-employed plaster contractor in the Valley, as well as in Florida, very well known for his plaster work. James married his beloved wife Kathleen Ann Ayers in 1958. Surviving James are his nephew Marvin Thomas (Sharon) McNeil, of Afton, nieces Peggy (Chester) Pierce and Jane Cunningham, a special friend Ray Clearwater and numerous other nieces nephews, and cousins. A memorial service was held at graveside to celebrate James' life on Monday June 6, 2016 at 10 a.m. at Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa. Military honors were given. Arrangements are with the Luckner Funeral Home, 449 Park Ave., Waverly, N.Y. –Sayre Morning Times 6/7/2016

 

GLECKNER Donald L.
A resident of Southport, died peacefully Wednesday evening, October 17, 2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital at the age of 82. Born on January 30, 1925 in Sayre, PA, Donald was the son of Roy & Lorna Rose Gleockner. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Margaret Hakes Gleckner and their children, Stephanie Leupelt, Elmira; Donna Gleckner, Southport; Joel Gleckner, Southport; Tracy & Thomas Wichtowski, Wellsburg; Leslie & Bradley Sullivan, Southport; grandchildren, Carrie, Kenny and Rebecca Leupelt; Angela, Mitchell and Justin Gleckner; Jacob and Matthew Wichtowski; Taylor Boyd; and Alana Sullivan; six great grandchildren; a sister, Joann West, Sayre, PA; brothers, David (Janice) Gleockner, Waverly; and Thomas Gleockner, Elmira Heights; as well as many nieces, nephews and family friends. Donald worked as a machinist at American LaFrance in Elmira, for 30 years. His interests included reading, Revolutionary War history and visiting Civil War Battlefields, playing golf and Euchre. In serving his country, Donald was a United States WW II Navy Veteran serving in the Pacific from 1943 - 1945. He was in the Battle of Leyte Gulf in the Philippines Sea, Battle of Tara Wa and the Battle of Okinawa. He and his fellow crew received the Presidential Unit Citation on the USS Cabot for their outstanding service. Don was proud to have met the now famous wartime photographer, Ernie Pyle. In addition, he also admired Admiral William "Bull" Halsey and Andy Rooney. In addition to his parents, Donald was predeceased by his brothers, Richard and Otis Gleockner. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Sunday, October 21, 2007 between the hours of 1-3 p.m. Funeral services will be held privately with interment in Tioga Point Cemetery with full military honors accorded. Memorials may be directed to the Chemung County ARC, 711 Sullivan St. Elmira, NY 14901 in his memory.

LEATHA M. GLEOCKLER, formerly of 222 Chestnut St., Athens, died Tuesday, Nov. 26, 1991, at the Bradford County Manor.  Born in Elkland, Sullivan County on June 18, 1912, the daughter of Adam and Violet May Rosback Gleockler, she was employed as an examiner at Sayre Lingerie for over 30 years.  She retired in 1974.  She was a  member of the Athens Presbyterian Church, the Blue Swan Retiree Club and the Athens Senior Citizens.  Surviving are three sisters, Naomi Gregory, Athens, Wanda McCauley, Ulster, and Ruth Miller, Waverly; one brother, Dudley Gleockler, Sayre; several nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by a brother, Jack/ and sisters, Phyllis and Mazie.  Friends may call at the Lowery Funeral Home, 225 S. Main St., Athens on Saturday, Nov. 30, 1991, from 1 to 2 p.m.  Funeral and committal services will follow at 2 p.m.  The Rev. Paul West of the Athens Presbyterian Church will officiate.  Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens.  Memorial donations may be made to the Athens Presbyterian Church Building Fund.

GLEOCKLER –MAZIE L. GLEOCKLER BOUCHARD, 69 of 140 Campbell Ave., Yorkville, N.Y. died Sunday Dec. 7, 1986 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, Utica, N.Y. Born June 15, 1917 in Sullivan County, she was the daughter of Adam and Violet Rosback Gleockler. Surviving are three daughters: Mrs. Robert (Shelby) Phillips of E. Rutherford, N.J., Mrs. Gary (Donna) Thomas of West Virginia and Mrs. Brenda Christie of Yorkville, N.Y.; five grandchildren, one great-grandchild; a brother, Dudley Gleockler of Sayre; five sisters, Miss Leathea Gleockler of Athens, Mrs. Frank (Wanda) McCauley of Ulster, Mrs. Ruth Miller of Waverly, N.Y., Mrs. Naomi Gregory of Sayre and Mrs. Norman (Phyllis) McCormick of Ulster, several nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral service will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Gordon E. Farr Funeral Home, Ulster with the Rev. Stephen Klotz, pastor of the Ulster United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens. Friends may call Wednesday evening from 7-9 at the funeral home. –Towanda Daily Review

THOMAS D. GLEOCKNER age 78 of Horseheads, NY. He was born December 23, 1940 in Sayre, PA, son of the late Roy and Lorna Mae (Rose) Gleockner and passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2019 unexpectedly at home. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers Donald, David, Richard and Otis. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Todd & Ann Gleockner of Canandaigua, NY with their son Trevor; daughter Pamela Gialanella of Binghamton, NY with her son Zachary; sister Joan West of Sayre along with several nieces and nephews. Tom retired from Westinghouse Corp; was formerly employed with Facet (Bendix) and was a veteran of the IS Navy. He was an avid bowler and golfer and he pitched in slow pitch softball with various teams for many years. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Saturday, March 9th from 3 to 5 pm. Interment will take place in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA at the convenience of the family. Tom's family would like o thank his good friends and neighbors, Carol Holecek, Les Padgett & Mike Cook for their care and kindness to him. –Elmira Star-Gazette 3/7/2019

Donald Burr GLOSENGER
April 16, 2002
Donald Burr Glosenger, 80, 222 Chestnut St., Athens, PA, formerly of Sayre, died on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 at home after an extended illness.  Born in Sayre, June 23, 1921, the son of Andrew and Freda Struhm Glosenger, he was a 1939 graduate of Sayre High School. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps (later in the U.S. Air Force) during World War II at Greater Ash Field in England as an airplane mechanic of B17s. He retired from G.E. Rail Car in Sayre after 20 years.  He was a member of the Sayre Christian Church, a devoted choir member and served as deacon and trustee over the years. He was also a member of the Skiff Bower Post #1536 VFW of Sayre.  He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Marsha Ann and Michael Daly of Suwanee, GA; a son, Gary Allen Glosenger, of Athens; sisters and brothers-in-law, Edna and John Ryck, Sayre, Helen and Ralph Kelley of Sayre and Mary and Donald Campbell of Cayuta, NY; a brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Sally Glosenger of Horseheads, NY; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was predeceased by his wife, M. Geraldine Glosenger in 1994 and his brothers, Max, Rex and Carl Glosenger and one sister, Ruth Lamb.  Family and friends may call Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Lowery Funeral Home, 225 South Main St., Athens.  Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Friday, April 19 at 2 p.m. with Rev. James Donahoo, pastor of the Sayre Christian Church, officiating.  Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery in Athens.  Memorial donations may be made to the Guide Dogs for the Blind, PO Box 151200, San Rafael, CA 94915.

GOBLE –AUDREY L. WARNER, 75, of Sayre, passed away Friday, Feb. 7, 2014 at the Robert Packer Hospital. Audrey was born May 17, 1938 in Sayre, the daughter of the late Millard and Bernice Nichols Goble. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Audrey was a member of the Waverly United Methodist Church, she enjoyed cooking and shopping, and Audrey loved to take care of her yard. She was predeceased by her first husband, Raymond Raupers, and daughter Cindy King. Audrey is survived by her children, Raymond J. Jr. (Patricia) Raupers of Waverly, N.Y., Michael R. Warner of Geneva, N.Y., Susan L. Mott of Candor, N.Y., and Robert C. Jr. (Stefanie) Warner of Ithaca, N.Y.; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and three sisters. Family and friends are invited to attend a period of visitation at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 225 South Main St., Athens, on Wednesday, Feb. 12 from 1-2 p.m. Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Anne Bey Canfield of the Waverly United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be in Audrey’s name to the Waverly United Methodist Church, 158 Chemung St., Waverly, NY. –Sayre Morning Times 2/7/2014

DANIEL M. GOELTZ, 83, 102 S. Keystone Ave., Sayre died on Sunday July 5, 1987 at the Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness. Born May 19, 1904 in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of Daniel and Harriet Musselman Goeltz. He served as manager of the Beneficial Finance Company, Sayre for many years. Prior to his retirement in 1966, Mr. Goeltz had been associated with the company for 45 years. He also was a former income tax collector in Sayre and district magistrate. A resident of the Valley for 40 years, Mr. Goeltz was a member of the Waverly United Methodist Church, Federation of Bible Classes, Sayre BP of Elks No. 1148, Salvation Army Board, Bradford County Humane Society and Howard Elmer Hose Company. A past president of the Sayre Rotary Club and Paul Harris Fellow, he also served as past president of the Sayre Businessman’s Association. His other memberships included Waverly Lodge No. 407, F&AM Bradford County Shrine Club (past President); Order of the Amaranth, Elmira and St. Omar’s Commandary, Binghamton. Survivors are his wife, Jessie at home; brother, Frank of Rockville, Md., several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Jenkins Funeral Home, 111 S. Main St., Athens Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. Elks services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held there at 11 a.m. Wednesday with his pastor the Rev. Dr. Horace Brown King officiating. Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens. –Towanda Daily Review

GOODWIN - Ida N. Stiger, 84 of Sayre, Pa., died Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008 at ElderWood Senior Care in Waverly, N.Y.  Born March 24, 1924 in Jenningsville, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Wells and Edna Spencer Goodwin. Ida was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints of Towanda, Pa. She enjoyed her cats, her family, and her many friends who gave her great joy.  She is survived by: her daughter, Laura (Bob) Smith of Athens Twp., Pa.; her grandson, Aaron Smith, and his friend, Patty Alpaugh, of Charlotte, N.C.; her great-granddaughter, Jenna Smith of Charlotte, N.C.; and several nieces and nephews.  A time for gathering with family and friends will be from 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008, at Blauvelt Funeral Home, 625 Broad St., Waverly, N.Y. The celebration of Ida's life will follow the visitation, with Guy Auge honoring her memory at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa. In lieu of flowers expression of sympathy may be made to Bradford County Humane Society, Rt. 220, Ulster, PA 18851, or Stray Haven Humane Society, 194 Shepard Rd., Waverly, NY 14892.  RHW.  Sayre Morning Times.

MARK C. GORDON, 36, of San Francisco, CA and formerly of Elmira, NY died Tuesday, June 29, 1995 in San Francisco.  Mark was an Air Force veteran.  He is survived by his mother, Marian Gordon of Elmira; sisters and brothers, Sherry (Daniel) Grafius of Elmira, Janet Fagan of Waldorf, MD, Robert (Rose) Gordon of Elmira, Michael (Susan) Gordon of Philadelphia, PA, Mary (Ken) Cushion of Nacogdoches, TX, Nancy (Ken) Ripley of Crestview, FL, Carol (Joseph) Gilboy of Elmira Heights, NY, Diane Burchard of Columbia Cross Roads, PA, Alan Scott (Joyce) Gordon of Elmira; grandmother, Helen Corey of Elmira Heights; great aunt, Marion Jackson of Elmira; two aunts; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and cousins; partner, Stephen Cavaluzzi of San Francisco.  He was preceded in death by father, Robert F. Gordon in 1980.  Funeral services were held on June23 at Christ’s United Methodist Church with burial to be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA.  Arrangements were by the Thomas McInerny Funeral Home in Elmira.  –Towanda Daily Review

 Mark C. GORDON, 36, of San Francisco, CA and formerly of Elmira, NY died Tuesday, June 29, 1995 in San Francisco.  Mark was an Air Force veteran.  He is survived by his mother, Marian Gordon of Elmira; sisters and brothers, Sherry (Daniel) Grafius of Elmira, Janet Fagan of Waldorf, MD, Robert (Rose) Gordon of Elmira, Michael (Susan) Gordon of Philadelphia, Pa, Mary (Ken) Cushion of Nacogdoches, TX, Nancy (Ken) Ripley of Crestview, FL, Carol (Joseph) Gilboy of Elmira Heights, Y, Diane Burchard of Columbia Cross Roads, PA, Alan Scott (Joyce) Gordon, of Elmira; grandmother, Helen Corey of Elmira Heights; great aunt, Marion Jackson of Elmira; two aunts; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and cousins; partner, Stephen Cavaluzzi of San Francisco.  He was preceded in death by father, Robert F. Gordon in 1980.  Funeral services were held on June 23 at Christ’s United Methodist Church with burial to be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA.  arrangements were by the Thomas McInerny Funeral Home in Elmira.

GORMAN –CECIL C. MUNN, Athens RD 2, died at the Heritage Nursing home on Monday, April 6, 1987 after an extended illness.  Born July 27, 1908 in Canton, she was the daughter of Everett and Jessie McConnell Gorman.  She graduated from the Robert Packer Hospital School of Nursing in 1927 and was employed for many years by the Pennsylvania Public Health Nursing Service.  Following her retirement in 1975, she manage the Hospitality House in Sayre for 10 years.  Mrs. Munn was an active member of the following: the Athens United Methodist Church, Ladies Library Club of Athens, Sayre-Athens Lioness Club, Pennsylvania Nurses Association, RPH Nursing Alumni Association, Northeast Pennsylvania Red Cross Bloodmobile, Girl Scouts of America and the East Athens Matrons Club.  Survivors are a son, R. Hugh Munn of Cary, N.C.: daughter, Mrs. Louis (Laura) Babcock of Athens RD 2; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; brother, Edward Hager of Sinking Spring, Pa.; several nieces and nephews.  Friends may call at the Lowery funeral Home, 225 S. Main St., Athens, on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.  Funeral services will be held there at 2 p.m. Thursday with the Rev. Dr. Wilmot Mather, her pastor, officiating.  Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens.  Memorials may be directed to the Ladies Library Club at the Spalding Memorial Library, Athens, or the Building Fund at the Athens United Methodist Church.  –Towanda Daily Review.

GORSLINE - Lucy G. “Sally” Fish, 82, of Ulster, died peacefully surrounded by her family Monday morning, March 17, 2008 in Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. She was the wife of the late Glenn L. Fish, who died April 27, 1989. They were married 41 years. Born Jan. 15, 1926 in Sayre, she was the daughter of the late Lester and Stella Vanderpool Gorsline. Sally was a graduate of Elmira Beauty School and later owned and operated her beauty salon in Ulster. In earlier years she was employed at a hardware store in Ulster and by the Ulster Post Office. Sally also operated a seasonal fruit stand with Harold Phelps in Ulster. Sally assisted her husband Glenn in the operation of several businesses in Bradford County, which included Rural Gas Company and Fish Gas Co., Cash-Credit Appliance Store in Sayre, Auto Laundromats Inc., which were located in Sayre, Athens, and Towanda, and car washes in Sayre and Towanda. She was a member of Ulster United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, and the former Rebekah Lodge in Sheshequin. She enjoyed singing in the church choir, being a member of the local “kitchen band,” and serving as a volunteer for Robert Packer Hospital Ladies Auxiliary. In earlier years Sally enjoyed playing cards with her friends and playing the piano. Surviving are: her daughter, Kay L. Luchaco of Macungie, Pa.; her son, Halton “Hal” E. Fish, and his wife, Cathy, of Ulster; four grandchildren, Courtney Cullis and her husband, Donald Cullis, of Bedford, Mass., Stacey Fish Macik and her husband, Richard Macik, of Ulster, Kelly Welles and her husband, M. Fisher Welles, of Elmira, and Danielle Bailey and her husband, Jared Bailey, of Medina, Ohio; her four beloved great-grandchildren, Hayleigh Macik, Caydence Macik, Austin Cullis, and Matthias Welles; sisters-in-law Cathy Fish Wolcott of Sayre and Avis Gorsline of Newark Valley; nieces Brenda Taylor, Sandy Ruphert, Vicki Conrad and Debbie Parks; and nephews James May, Rick May, Gene Gorsline, Douglas Gorsline, Larry Gorsline, Robert Gorsline, Matthew Gorsline and Wayne Gorsline. In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by three brothers, Charles, Lester and John Gorsline, and a sister, Alice May. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Bowen-Farr Funeral Home, 6 Gordon Farr St., Ulster. The funeral service will be held Friday, March 21, 2008 at 11 a.m. at Ulster United Methodist Church with her Pastor, the Rev. Sandy Brant, officiating. Interment will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to Ulster United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 345, Ulster, PA 18850, or Salvation Army, 314 S. Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA 18840, in Sally Fish’s memory. - Sayre Morning Times, 19 Mar 2008

GOULD May -  Mrs. Mae Bond Fatally Injured When Hit By Car.  Injuries sustained at about 6 o’clock last evening when she was struck by a car caused the death of Mrs. Mae (should be “May”) Bond, age 45, of 521 South Keystone Avenue, 15 minutes after she had been admitted to the Robert Packer hospital.  Mrs. Bond had been a resident of Sayre for 21 years.  She is survived by one son, John, at home; three daughters, Lucille and Jean , at home and Cleda, nurse at the Binghamton City hospital.  Funeral services will be held at the home, 521 South Keystone Avenue Wednesday at 3:30 p.m., Rev. F. H. Randall, pastor of the Church of Christ, will officiate.  Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery.  (Full account of accident in Evening Times 29 Nov 1937.)  (May Bond was the daughter of Orlando and Emma [Smith] Gould of Ithaca, N.Y.)

GOULD - MRS. MAE BOND about 45 of 521 Kingston Ave., Sayre died Sunday, Nov. 28, 1937.  Survivors include a son, John; three daughters, Lucille and Jean at home and Cleta, a nurse in Binghamton City Hospital.  The body is in the Kolb and Slingerland Funeral home, Sayre.  Funeral in the family home Wednesday 2:30 p.m.  Rev. F. H. Randall.  Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/29/1937

CLIVELEON GOWAN, 24, of Sayre RD was killed early Sunday morning, December 9, 1984 as a result of a motorcycle accident on the Nichols Road.  He was born February 1, 1960, a son of Kenneth and Josephine Hoyt Gowan Sr.  He attended Athens schools and was employed as a carpenter by Michael Kingsley of Wysox.  In addition to his parents he is survived by three brothers, Terry Gowan of Sayre RD 1, Kenneth Gowan Jr. of Ulster and Randjo Gowan of Sayre RD 1; a stepbrother, Robert Noto of Showlow, Ariz.; two loved ones, Eloise (Wink) and Michael Chilson of Sayre RD 1, several nieces and nephews; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Nina Gowan of Sayre; and maternal grandmother, Mrs. Doris Scott of Athens.  Friends may call at the Lowery Funeral Home, 225 S. Main St., Athens Tuesday from 22 to 4 p.m. and in the evening from 7 to 9.  Funeral services  will be held Wednesday 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. H. James Shilabeer of the Athens United Methodist Church officiating.  Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery.  –Towanda Daily Review

KENNETH V. GOWAN, SR., 63, of Ulster died Feb. 15, 2001 at the Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.  Born May 21, 1937 in Sayre the son of Clive and Nina Hoyt Gowan.  He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War.  Worked as a tree surgeon and logger for many years.  He was an avid hunter and fisherman who also enjoyed NASCAR events.  He was predeceased by his wife, Joanne in 1996; his two sons, Clive in 1984 and Randy in 1987; an infant daughter, Vickijean in 1958; his brothers, Richard Gowan, Clive Leon Gowan and Clifford Gowan; and a sister, Agnes Collins.  He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Robert and Diane Noto of Rome; his son and daughter-in-law, Terry and Linda Gowan of Litchfield and Kenneth Jr. and Kim Gowan of Windham; 14 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.  Also a sister and brother-in-law, Lois and John Steadle of Litchfield and a brother, Larry Gowan of Cortland; several nieces and nephews.  A memorial service will be held at the Lowery Funeral Home, 225 South Main St., Athens on Monday at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Richard Schuster, pastor of the Litchfield United Methodist Church officiating.  Burial will follow at the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens.  Memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.  –Towanda Daily Review.

GOWAN Richard J. (Ridley)
Age 46, of Vestal, died unexpectedly Monday, October 5, 2009, at his home. He was predeceased by his father, Alton Gowan. He is survived by his 2 daughters, Kayla and Alissa and their mother, Kristen of Baltimore, MD; mother, Labba Gowan, Vestal; brother and sister-in-law, Alan and Mary Gowan, Elmira; sister and brother-in-law, Susan and John Parente, Endicott; several nieces and nephews including Chris and Krystle Silvestri, Julie, Matthew, Anna Gowan, John Jr. and Kristopher Parente; several aunts, uncles and family members in Iceland and close friends. Richard was a huge sports fan including the New York Yankees and New York Giants.; he was a loving father, son, brother and friend. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 7 p.m. from the Coleman & Daniels Funeral Home Inc., 300 East Main St., Endicott. Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA at the convenience of the family. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 5 - 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Humane Society, 2 Jackson Ave., Binghamton, NY 13903.  Published in Star-Gazette on October 7, 2009

 

GOWIN Lillian Gowin Turner

99, formerly of Sayre, Pa., died Thursday March 31, 2011 at the Bradford County Manor in West Burlington Twp., Pa.  Lillian was born May 15, 1911 in Terry Twp., Pa., the daughter of Cameron Darius Gowin and Carrie Johnson Gowin. She attended school in West Terry and graduated from New Albany High School in 1931. Lillian worked at the Monroeton Hotel for six years and then went to work at McKay and Sayre Lingerie for 35 years retiring in September of 1973. On June 31, 1944 she married Howard Turner in Salina, Kansas, where Howard was serving with the U.S. Army.   Lillian was president of the local I.L.G.W.U for nine years and was a member of Athens Senior Citizens, where she served as president for 17 years, was the tour leader for the Seniors for 25 years. After retiring, Lillian began cake decorating and made many wedding cakes as well as other cakes for a number of years.  Lillian was a member of the Ulster Village Presbyterian Church and the widows club. Lillian is survived by her sister, Florence Smith of Towanda; as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. In addition to her parents, Lillian was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Turner; seven brothers and sisters-in-law, Leonard (Sadie) Gowin, Nathan (Ethel) Gowin, Leo (Isabelle) Gowin, Herbert Gowin, William (Muriel) Gowin, Walter (Dorothy) Gowin, and Wayne (Hannah) Gowin; five sisters and brothers-in-law, Della Mae Gowin, Susie (Don) Allen, Elizabeth (John) Clark, Marjorie (Joe) Saxon and June (Harold) Cory; and by a very dear friend, Howard Skinner Sr.  A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. held Thursday, April 7, 2011 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with her Pastor, Dale Bird, officiating.  Interment will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service Thursday morning at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Ulster Village Presbyterian Church in care of Esther Rhinebold, RR 2 Box 312, Ulster, PA 18850 in Lillian's memory. Towanda Daily Review - April 2, 2011

 

GRAHAM -MRS. ALICE E. (GRAHAM) SCHEFFEY, widow of George H. Scheffey of Slingerlands, N.Y., died early Sunday morning, Jan. 30, 2005, after a short illness at St. Peter’s Hospital in Alban, N.Y.  Alice had resided at Rose Marie Manor Senior Citizens apartments in Slingerlands before her illness and prior to that in her home in Glenmont, N.Y.  Alice was born on Oct. 14, 1910, the daughter of John E. and Lulu Graham of River Street, Towanda.  She graduated from St. Agnes Parochial School in 1929 and later attended and graduated from business school in Wilkes-Barre.  On returning to Towanda she was employed for many years as a bookkeeper ant Jennings Co.  In 1949 she married George Scheffey and they later made their home in Glenmont.  She was employed in the Albany area as a bookkeeper for Henry Clersey for 30 years.  She is survived by nieces Sally (Jim) Powers of Towanda, Mary Rita (Bud) VanBloom of Dunnellen, Fla., and Katherine Loomis of Athens; nephews, Sidney Loomis of Sarasota, Fla., P. Judson (Henrietta) Evans of Middletown, N.J., and John E. Graham of Athens; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.  Besides her husband she was preceded in death by her sisters, Catherine (Evans) Myer of Towanda, Gertrude Burt of San Antonio, Texas, Louis Flair of Phoenix, Ariz., and Mary Adam of Sayre, and her brothers, J. Leonard Graham of Towanda, John Graham Jr. of Towanda and Paul Graham of San Antonio, Texas.  A memorial service was held at the New Comer-Cannon Funeral Home on Feb. 2.  Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens.  –Towanda Daily Review.

GRAHAM  Jean M. RINGLER, 71, of Sayre died Friday, May 9, 2003, at home following an extended illness.
Born Nov. 7, 1931, in East Smithfield, she was a daughter of Howard and Ina BURLINGAME GRAHAM. She worked 25 years as a nurse's aide in the Pediatric Unit of the Robert Packer Hospital.  She enjoyed sewing and reading. In her earlier years she enjoyed farming. Besides her grandchildren, her dogs Spuds and Mike were her enjoyment. Jean enjoyed going to the New York State Fair and going to Seneca and Cayuta lakes taking pictures.  She was predeceased by her husband, William Ringler, in 1992; two sons-in-law, Jessie BENSON, in 2000, and Jim BENSON, in 2003; a sister, Ellen SVHMIDT, in 1996; and a brother, Mark GRAHAM, in 1998.  Jean is survived by her daughters, Beverly BENSON of Waverly, N.Y., Kathy BENSON of Sayre, Phyllis SHAFFER of Waverly, Florence SMITH of Waverly and Doris EBERLIN of Sayre; sons, Steve SALSMAN of Sayre, Kevin SALSMAN of Sayre and Donald SALSMAN of Greens Landing; sons and daughters-in-laws, Jim and Gracie SALSMAN of Nichols, N.Y., Fred and Gladys RINGLER of Towanda, and Rick and Judy RINGLER of Wysox; daughters and sons-in-law, Marylou and Mike MAROTTA of East Conway, N.C., and Jackie and Tom ROBERTS of Florida; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Grace VANDERPOOL of Sayre; a sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Bill CHILSON of Highland, N.Y.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends may call Monday, May 12, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Lowery Funeral Home, 225 S. Main St., Athens.  Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home.  Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens.  Memorial donations may be made in her name to a charity of one's choice.

GRAHAM –JEAN M. RINGLER, 71, of Sayre died Friday, May 9, 2003, at home following an extended illness.  Born Nov. 7, 1931, in East Smithfield, she was a daughter of Howard and Ina Burlingame Graham.  She worked 25 years as a nurse’s aide in the Pediatric Unit of the Robert Packer Hospital.   She enjoyed sewing and reading.  In her earlier years she enjoyed farming.  Besides her grandchildren, her dogs Spuds and Mike were her enjoyment.  Jean enjoyed going to the New York State Fair and going to Seneca and Cayuta Lakes taking pictures.  She was predeceased by her husband, William Ringler, in 1992; two sons-in-laws, Jessie Benson, in 2000, and Jim Benson, in 1992; a sister, Ellen Schmidt, in 1996; and a brother, Mark Graham, in 1998.  Jean is survived by her daughters, Beverly Benson of Waverly, N.Y., Kathy Benson of Sayre, Phyllis Shaffer of Waverly, Florence Smith of Waverly and Doris Eberlin of Sayre; sons, Steve Salsman of Sayre, Kevin Salsman of Sayre, Donald Salsman of Greens Landing; sons and daughters-in-law, Jim and Gracie Salsman of Nichols, N.Y., Fred and Gladys Ringler of Towanda, and Rick and Judy Ringler of Wysox; daughters and sons-in-law, Marylou and Mike Marotta of East Conway, N.C., and Jackie and Tom Roberts of Florida; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She is also survived by her sister, Grace Vanderpool of Sayre; a sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Bill Chilson of Highland, N.Y.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Family and friends may call Monday, May 12, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 9 to 9 p.m. at the Lowery funeral Home, 225 S. Main St., Athens.  Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home.  Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens.  Memorial donations may be made in her name to a charity of one’s choice.

GRAHAM –MARY ELLEN ADAM, 102, of 37 N. Chemung St., Waverly, N.Y., died Friday, Oct. 16, 1998, at the Tioga Nursing Facility.  Born Dec. 10, 1896, in Towanda, Pa., the daughter of John E. and Lula Mae Irvine Graham, she graduated from St. Agnes High School in Towanda.  She was a member of the Church of the Epiphany, Sayre.  She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law. Sidney and Katie Loomis of Sarasota, Fla.; a daughter, Mary Rita VanBloom of Dunnellen, Fla.; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a sister Alice Sheffey of Albany, N.Y.  She was predeceased by her husband, Jacob Adam, in 1965 and a son, Jack Loomis in 1996.  There will be no calling hours.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, at the Epiphany Church, with Rev. Thomas Major, assistant pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens.  Memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.  –Towanda Daily Review.

JOHN A. GRANTIER, 87, Wellsboro RD 7, and a former area resident, died March 4, 1990, in Soldiers and Sailors Hospital.  Mr. Grantier was born October 5, 1902, in Montana, a son of Landry and Lena Johnson Grantier.  He was a retired farmer.  Survivors include: his wife, the former Kaoka Rutty; a daughter, Hazel Allen, Wellsboro, RD 3; two brothers, Ernest, Elmira, NY, and Bert, in Montana; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.  The funeral will be held at the convenience of the family at Tussey-Mosher’s Funeral Home, Wellsboro.  Burial will be in Tioga county Memorial Gardens, with Rev. Eugene A. Charsky officiating.  There will be no visitation.  The family will provide the flowers.

 

GRAY Claude R. Gray

82, of Milan, Pa. went home to be with his wife and daughter Thursday, May 10, 2012.  Claude was born June 10, 1929. He served as manager of the Valley Creamery in South Waverly, Pa. for 25 years and subsequently with Leprino Foods for a brief period. Claude was an avid bowler for many years and was a member of several area bowling leagues. He also served as sponsor for Gray’s Trucking softball team.  Claude will be remembered as a dedicated Yankee baseball and Penn State football fan. He enjoyed working in his yard and building projects.  He is survived by his children Terry (Lois) Gray of Rome, Eugene (Joni) Gray of East Smithfield, Rodney (Terry) Gray of Waverly, Joanne (Donald) Barrett of South Waverly, and Linda (Kenneth) Humphrey of Waverly; his grandchildren Ryan (Bonnie) Gray of Rome, Mindy (Robert) Glantz of Wysox, Tara (Scott) Repsher of Rome, John (Jessica) Copeland of Syracuse, Shannon (Jesse) Mansfield of Jacksonville, FL, Stacy (Wayne) Sinsabaugh of Athens, Kristi Gray (Brandon Wright) of Sayre, Donnie (Christy) Barrett of Athens, Marlene Barrett of South Waverly and Cody Marchese of Waverly, 17 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, and his best friend, Snowball, his cat.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Frances May Henry Gray, on November 27, 2009, infant daughter, Connie Jean Gray on April 11, 1950, sister, Pauline and brothers, George and Bill. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at 2 p.m. at the Alteri-Bowen Funeral Home, 314 Desmond St. Sayre, Pa. with the Rev. Robert Martin officiating. Interment will follow in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa.  The family will receive friends Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. and on Tuesday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to The Bridge of the Penn-York Valley Churches, P.O. Box 202, Sayre, Pa. 18840 or to the Stray Haven Humane Society, 194 Shepard Road, Waverly, NY 14892 in Claude R. Gray’s memory.

ROBERT E. ‘BOBBY’ GRAY - Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free. I’m following the path God has laid you see. I took his hand when I heard Him call. I turned my back and left it all…. With broken hearts, we mourn the loss of Robert E. “Bobby” Gray, 80, of Vero Beach, Florida and formerly of Athens, PA. Bobby was born on May 16, 1936 in Villa Rica, Ga and gained his heavenly wings on March 6, 2017. He was a long time employee of Paxar and retired following twenty years from Piper Aircraft as there Manager of the print shop. Bobby enjoyed hunting, fishing and scuba diving with his daughter. Until we meet again, Dad, may you find comfort in the arms of the angels. Those left to cherish his memory, are his wife Gloria of Vero Beach, Fla; his daughter Lisa Gray of Vero Beach; his son and daughter-in-law: Brady and Amy Gray of Rome, Pa; his siblings: Becky Moore of Buford, Ga; Margaret (Rodney) Pitcher of Warren Center, Pa; Allene (Gary) Whaley of Gainsville, Ga; Annie Ruth (Cecil) Reeves of Ga; Linda Puckett of Ga; a sistesr-in-law: Shirley Grey of Rome, PA and Nancy Murray of Sebastian, Fla; his grandchildren: Tiffany Burkhart and Scott McCutcheon; four great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and their families along with his beloved dog “Inky” survive. Bobby was predeceased by his mother Jessie Platt; his brothers: Bill Grey and Clifford Puckett; brothers-in-law: Donald Murray and McHoyt Moore. Family and friends are invited to attend a period of visitation on Tuesday, March 14, 2017 from 10 to 12 pm at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols. A funeral service and celebration of his life will follow at noon with Pastor C. Kenneth Crain, officiating. Interment will follow in the Tioga Point Cemetery. Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to the Bradford Co. Humane, PO Box 179, Ulster, PA in loving memory of Robert E. Gray. –Funeral home obit contributed by Carol Brotzman

GRAZUL - John (Jack) Grazul, age 78 of 2724 Riverside Drive, Sayre, PA, died Friday, September 18, 2009 at Bradford County Manor.  Jack was born on April 25, 2009 in Shamokin, Pa. the son of the late Joseph and Verna Grazul.  Jack graduated from Shamokin High School in 1949. He served in the United States Coast Guard from 1951 to 1954. Graduated from Geisinger Hospital School of X-Ray Technology in 1957.He was employed at the Robert Packer Hospital in 1957 and retired from there in 1993 as the Director of the School of Radiology. He was awarded the Dr. Ty award in 2000. He was a member of the Sayre Elks Lodge 1148 and the Catholic War Vets of Sayre. Jack loved to hunt and fish and work in his garden. He was also an avid Dallas Cowboys fan.  Jack is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Gladys EMERICK who he married on June 4, 1955 in Shamokin, Pa. Children David and Kathleen Grazul of Victor, NY., Daniel Grazul and Crystal Chapman of Waverly, NY., and Diane Grazul of Sayre, Pa.  Grandchildren: Michael Grazul of Victor, NY. Natalie Grazul of Athens, Pa. and Joseph Grazul of Waverly, NY. Sister Evelyn Grow of Horseheads, NY. Brother and sister-in-law: Marlin and Rene Grazul of Sayre, Pa. Sister-in-law Joyce Miller of Manchester, NJ. Several nieces and nephews.  A gathering of family and friends will be held on Monday September 21, 2009 from 6-9 PM at the Blauvelt Funeral Home 625 Broad St., Waverly, NY.  Funeral services will be held on Tuesday September 22, 2009 at 10:00 AM at the funeral home with Rev. Andrew S. Hvozdovic, M.Div. Pastor of the Church of Epiphany Sayre, Pa. officiating.  Burial will be held in Tioga Point Cemetery Athens, Pa. with full military honors being accorded.  In lieu of flowers the family request memorial contributions in Jack's name be sent to: The Sayre House of Hope 1 Guthrie Sq. Sayre, Pa. 18840, Guthrie Hospice RR#1 Towanda, Pa. 18848, or to a charity on one's choice.  Sayre Elks Lodge 1148 will hold a memorial service on Monday at 7:00 PM at the funeral home. Mass cards will be availble at the funeral home. Blauvelt Funeral Home, Waverly NY obit.

GREEN - The Evening Times, Feb. 7, 1938. Martin Green, 80, died Sunday night at his home, 128 Hoover street, after a long illness. Besides his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Mrs Albert Russell and Mrs. Ira Holmes of Sayre, Mrs. Ira Steel of Union; two sons, Willis and Charles of Sayre; two sisters, Mrs. Mertie Williams and Mrs. Grant Willey of Franklin, and several grandchildren. Funeral service will be held in the Kolb funeral home, 445 Waverly street, Waverly, at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon. Rev. Harold F. Damen, pastor of the First Baptist church of Sayre, will officiate. Burial will be in Tioga Point cemetery. Submitted by Marolyn Cole, email cole@cyber-quest.com

GREEN Morgan F. GREEN Jr., 79, of Sayre, died April 27, 2002.  Friends are invited to call on Monday, April 29, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Blauvelt Funeral Home, 445 Waverly Street, Waverly, NY.  A bibical wake service will be held at 6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home with Father William KARL of the Church of the EPIPHANY officiating.  Mass cards will be available at the funeral home.  Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Memorial contributions can be made in

 

GREEN -NORMA G. LYNCH, 88, of Sayre ,went home to be with her Lord on June 1, 2021. She was born on February 10, 1933 to Morgan and Frances Green. She was a lifelong resident of the Valley. She was a 1952 graduate of Sayre Area High School, where she was a proud Redskin ... until her kids attended Athens. She was well known for her Majorette skills and her loud “Woo Woo’s” while supporting her favorite kids during sporting events. When going to games, even the other teams knew about the Athens’ kids Grandma and looked for her. She had a very special way about her, she opened her arms to everyone. She made everyone feel like they were the most important and that she loved them unconditionally. Her sense of humor and smile were infectious. She was the one everyone always stopped to see, whether behind the counter at Newberry’s, in the 2’s room at Tom Thumb Day Care or around her kitchen table, she always had the coffee pot on, ready for any of her kids to visit. She was a founding member of the Keystone Baptist Church, in So. Waverly where she usually could be found in the Nursery or teaching a Sunday School class. She had an amazing supply of flannelgraph and gave us all a strong foundation in our Faith, which we will forever be grateful for. If you ever met her, you can be assured that you were in her prayers. It was often said, if something you had been struggling with worked itself out you knew she had been praying for you, she had the ear of God. She was a beautiful example of Living Your Faith. She had a special love for children and would choose to spend time with them over any adult. She was known to break into song and dance. Those are the songs that everyone now teaches their children. So the next time you sing, “Way Up High in the Apple Tree” please smile and think of her. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Keith and Lori Lynch, her daughter and son-in-law, Amy (Lynch) and Russell Ennis and her daughter-in-law, Jane Lynch. Her grandchildren Lisa (Lynch) and Chad Kendall, Jeffrey and Allison Lynch, Adam and Tanya Lynch, Conor Lynch, Matthew and Kaitlin Lynch, Emileigh Bostwick, Annabel, Jack and Aidan Ennis and great grandchildren Tyler, Jaymee and Drew Kendall, Ryan, Natalie and Justin Lynch, Kate and Mason Lynch, Brooklin, Irie, Reign, Veda and Mahaila Lynch and Connor Coyle. Sister in laws Marian Green and Patricia Green. Marilee and Andrew Quinlan, Ronnie and John Moulthroup and Sharon Lynch and many treasured nieces and nephews. Norma was predeceased by her loving husband of 65 years, Thomas Lynch. They had a love that most of us dream of and are the blueprint for a great love story. We are thankful to know they are finally back in each other’s arms. Her son, T. Jeffrey Lynch. Parents, Morgan and Frances Green and in laws Cyril and Ruby Lynch. Sisters Betty and Vincent Early, Phyllis and Charles Stevens, Brothers Morgan (Bud) and Mary Jane Green, Rev. Donald and Mary Alice Green, William (Bill) Green, Lawrence and Doris Green, Burton and Joan Green and John (Jeff) Green and sister in law Ruth Ann (Rippie) Park and Brother in law Richard Lynch. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa. In Lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to the Juvenile Diabetes Fund in Norma’s name. This is an organization that is very close to the family’s heart. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Thomas Cremation and Funeral Service,1297 Elmira St., Sayre, Pa. -Sayre Morning Times 6/3/2021

 

Mrs. Sarah J. GREENE
relict of Oliver Hudson died April 29, at the home of her daughter in Sayer of pneumonia and erysipelas, aged 83 years.  She was a native of Cattaraugus County, N.Y. removing after her marriage to Sheshequin, where she spent the greater part of her life.  Two sons and three daughters survive her.  Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon, with interment in Tioga Point cemetery.

 

GREENE Sarah Hudson

(1821-1904) relict of Oliver Hudson, died April 29, at the home of her daughter in Sayre of pneumonia and eryslpelus, age 83 years. She was a native of Cattaraugus County, N.Y. removing after her marriage to Sheshequin where she spent the greater part of her life. Five sons and three daughers survive her. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon with interment in Tioga Point cemetery." From The Bradford Star, May 5, 1904. 

 

GREEN –PHYLLIS GREEN STEVENS, 92, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 23, 1924, Phyllis was the daughter of Morgan and Frances Green and she resided in the valley her entire life. She graduated from Sayre High School where she met the love of her life and her future husband, Charles Stevens. They were married on July 18, 1945 at the Sayre Baptist Church. With love they raised their six children, Tarry (Charles) Rae, Nancy (Andy) Potter, Jane (Richard) Horton, Burt (Kathy) Stevens, Susan (Skip) Parsons, and Michael (Kathleen) Stevens. She was very proud of her 17 grandchildren and 35 great-grandchildren. Phyllis was active in the Sayre community. She was president of the South Waverly PTA, president of the Keystone Manor Council and a member of the Bradford County Housing Authority. She served on the election board as Judge of Election. Phyllis was a member of the Keystone Baptist Church for over 50 years, where her brother, Donald, was pastor. Phyllis was employed by the Ingersoll Rand, Grants, Newberry's, Tom Thumb Day Care, Sayre High School Cafeteria and also Snyder Elementary School. Phyllis was predeceased by her loving parents who raised her in a Christian home; her husband, Charles; sister, Betty Earley; brothers, Bud, Bill, Donald and Jeff Green and sisters-in-law, Doris and Mary Alice Green. Phyllis is survived by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as her sister, Norma (Tom) Lynch and brothers: Burt (Joni) and Larry Green; sisters-in-law, Mary Jane, Marian and Patricia Green, Margie and Cindy Stevens, Donald and Norma Stevens, Connie (Scott) Bodine; and many nieces and nephews. Phyllis loved football, basketball, baseball, track and all sports involving her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her family was her life, and she left many wonderful memories and humorous stories for them all to share. A time of gathering for family and friends will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016 at Blauvelt Funeral Home, 625 Broad St., Waverly, N.Y. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 19, 2016, at the Athens Wesleyan Church, 3903 Wilawana Rd., Sayre, Pa. with Rev. Skip Parsons officiating and burial to follow in Tioga Point Cemetery in Athens. Memorial donations may be made in Phyllis's name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Research Hospital, P.O. Box 2151, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. –Towanda Daily Review 8/18/2016

 RAYMOND LESTER GREENE - A life well lived is a precious gift, of hope and strength and grace, from someone who has made our world a brighter, better place. Raymond Lester Greene, 89, of Sayre, Pa., passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, November 21, 2018 at the Sayre House. Raymond was born on August 23, 1929 in Barton, N.Y., a son of Chester A. and Hazel (Washburn) Greene. He attended school in Athens and graduated High School in Harrisburg. On August 17, 1963 in Litchfield, Pa. Raymond married Grace Nichols and together they have shared 55 years of marriage. For over 25 years Ray was employed as a machinist at Ingersoll-Rand and later as an auto mechanic for Novack's Gas Station. Ray and Grace enjoyed spending time in their motor home and attending antique car shows.

Raymond will be greatly missed by his wife Grace M. Greene; his son: Raymond (Sandy) Greene of Dushore, Pa,; a step-son Marc O. Terpko of Delaware; his grandchildren Dawn Marie Young of Dushore, Pa., and Raymond Greene Jr. of Muncy Valley, Pa.; a great-grandson Landon; a sister Reva Collins; several nieces, nephews, cousins and their families also survive. Raymond was predeceased by his parents Chester A. and Hazel Greene and a sister Ruth Clearwater in 2015. Family and friends are invited to attend a period of visitation on Sunday, Nov. 25 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St. Nichols. A funeral service and celebration of Raymond's life will be held at 4 p.m. Interment will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa. –Sayre Morning Times 11/23/2018

GARY C. GREGORY, 64, of Sayre, PA passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born on Aug. 25, 1955, in Waverly, NY to the late Laverne and Reta (Carner) Gregory. Gary started working at Penn York Lanes at a young age and then later for Brunswick. He opened several new bowling centers which gave him the opportunity to travel throughout the country. He hosted two Brunswick World Opens and Ladies Pro Bowling Tournaments. He was also involved in Junior Bowling leagues. Gary also owned and was property manager of single unit rentals in the past. He enjoyed gardening which included vegetables, fruit trees, berries and gladioli. He generously shared the abundance with friends and neighbors.  He is predeceased by several aunts and uncles, and a special cousin, Ray Kuykendall. Gary is survived by his cousins, Francis Carner of Binghamton, NY, Ken Gregory of Sayre, PA and many other cousins; long-time friends, Doris Tubbs, Nancy Hildebrandt, and Cindy Lord; and many neighbors and friends. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 24, 2020 at Tioga Point Cemetery, 803 North Main St., Athens, PA with the Rev. Linda Rogers officiating. Memorial donations may be made in Gary’s memory to: Greater Valley EMS, 904 North Lehigh Ave., Sayre, PA or Guthrie Oncology Department, Patient Fund, One Guthrie Square, Sayre, PA. The family wishes to thank the Guthrie staff for the wonderful care given to Gary over the years. -Towanda Daily Review 7/23/2020

 

GREGORY Jessilyn M. Peake, 87, of Ithaca, died Thursday, March 18, 2010 at Beechtree Care Center. Born in Margaretville, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Frank and Freda Gregory.  Mrs. Peake was a longtime member of the Danby Federated Church. She loved writing poetry and listening to bluegrass music. She was a NASCAR fan and also a Toronto Maples Leafs fan. She was a very honest and loving person. Most important to her was her family.  Mrs. Peake is survived by her daughters, Linda C. Wood, Shirley J. Rice and Alice M. Reed; son, Lawrence R. Grant; 14 grandchildren; several great- and great-great-grandchildren; special friend, Ann Harris; and special caregiver, Sharon Dedrick. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Peake was predeceased by her husband, Leon Peake; a son, John Grant; and former husband, Lynn Hector Grant.  Funeral services will he held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 23 at the Danby Federated Church, Pastor Ed Enstine officiating. Burial will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, March 24 in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be to the Danby Federated Church or to the Foundation Fighting Blindness, P.O. 17279, Baltimore, MD 21203-7279.  March 20, 2010 Sayre Morning Times.

 

JOB GRIFFIN dead, Job Griffin, one of the commissioner of Bradford County died at his home near Greens Landing, Athens Township, Tuesday evening, October 17, 1911 aged 65 years, 112 months and 11 days. Job Griffin was the only son of Captain John Griffin, one of the wealthiest and most successful farmers in Bradford County and the son followed in his father's footsteps. He was more than successful as a farmer and was one of the best known and most popular of men. A life long Democrat, he accepted a nomination for the office of sheriff, just because he considered it his duty to serve his party when asked to. He had no thoughts of election and never left home to canvass. To his neighbors, who mentioned the subject to him, he made the confession that he would like to have "pretty good vote around home, just for the looks of things." He got it,, Athens Township, Athens borough, Sayre and South Waverly were practically solid for Griffin. The vote was almost unanimous. He also received a very handsome complimentary vote in all sections of the county and was elected by an overwhelming majority,, defeating John H. Codding of Towanda, the Republican nominee. Accepting the office in a matter of fact t way, he gave the county a thoroughly business administration and immediately arranged his other business so that he could attend to the duties of the office. At the close of his term as sheriff there was an almost universal demand that he become one of the commissioners of the county. It was freely said that if the Democrats did no nominate him the Republicans would. Bringing to that office the same matter-of-fact business methods that characterized his administration of the sheriff's office, he was one of the best commissioners the county ever had. If the Democrats have any more as good men as Job Griffin they have only to nominate them, and the voters will be glad to elect them. For Many years he was president of the Farmers National Bank at Athens and was interested in numerous enterprises. He is survived by a son and a daughter. Funeral services will be held at the Griffin homestead Friday afternoon at two o'clock. -Unknown newspaper

JOB GRIFFIN has Breathed His Last. Former Sheriff of Bradford County Dies at Homestead near Athens --Must Beloved By All Who Knew Him. - Athens, Oct. 18, 1911 -(Special)-Job Griffin, one of the commissioners of Bradford County, an office he was elected to at the expiration of his term as sheriff, died last evening at 5 o'clock at his home near Greene's Landing in Athens Township. Mr. Griffin had been ill for two years of heart and kidney trouble. He had been confined to his bed since one week ago Monday, following his work on the official board which canvassed the returns from the recent primary election. Mr. Griffin was sixty-five years, eleven months old. He was born on the farm where he spent his entire life and where he answered the final summons. He was the son of the late Captain John Griffin Jr., who was the son of Captain John Griffin, Sr., a native of Connecticut, who came to Bradford County in 1809, settling near Tioga Point in Athens Twp. Captain John Griffin Jr., occupied part of the estate near Greene's Landing which is now known as Griffin homestead where Job Griffin was born. Job was the only child. He made a success of farming and stock raising and accumulated considerable wealth. For a number of years he was president of the Farmers' National Bank of Athens and was interested in many7 enterprises. He was elected sheriff of Bradford County on the Democratic ticket. He was succeeded by John H. Dean, the present sheriff. Job Griffin enjoyed the respect and esteem of a host of friends all through the county. Two children survive, John Griffin and Miss Mary Griffin, both at home. The funeral will be held at the Griffin homestead on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock and interment will be made in Tioga Point Cemetery. -Unknown newspaper (October 1911)

 

CRAIG WESLEY GRIFFIS, 83, of Laurel Hill Road, Milan, PA passed away early Sunday morning, July 5, 2020 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Craig was born in Towanda, PA on March 16, 1937, the son of Verne B. Griffis Sr. and Marjorie L. VanNest Griffis. He was a graduate of Towanda High School with the class of 1955. On Oct. 25, 1958, Craig married the former Faye McPherson. Craig began his career in construction with general contractor, Nick Shamot, and during this time he built the first of his five homes on Laurel Hill Road in Ulster Township, and was residing in the last home he constructed at the time of his passing. Craig was subsequently employed by Croft Lumber Company in Sayre as a planner and estimator for a number of years. While being employed full-time, Craig continued his education and received his Bachelor of Education degree from Penn State University. From 1976 to 1998, Craig taught building construction at Bradford County Vo-Tech and the Northern Tier Career Center in North Towanda for 22 years until his retirement. During his retirement, Craig was an active volunteer with Habitat for Humanity and completed numerous private building projects in the area. He loved to help those in need and freely volunteered his labor whenever called upon. He enjoyed making flag cases which he provided to area veterans in honor of their service. Craig was an active member of the Athens United Methodist Church and was a 60-year member and Twice Past Master of Rural Amity Lodge No. 70, Athens, Pennsylvania. He was a member of Amity Royal Arch Chapter No. 293, Athens, Northern Council No. 24 Royal and Select Masons, Athens, Ancient Accepted Order of Scottish Rite 32nd degree bodies of Towanda and Williamsport, the Council of Anointed Kin, the Order of the Silver Trowel, Tall Cedars of Lebanon Sullivan Forest No. 210, Irem Temple Shrine Club, the current president of the Bradford County Shrine Club and held membership as a Past Patron with Rome Chapter No. 26 Order of Eastern Star. Craig loved spending time with his family, the outdoors and traveling the United States and abroad with his wife Faye. Craig will be remembered for his devoted faith, strong work ethic, integrity, congenial personality, and willingness to help others to learn and better their lives. Craig’s family includes his children, Kathy G. Watkins and husband Dale of Troy, PA, Mark C. Griffis and wife Sheri of Mansfield, PA, William A. Griffis and wife Tammy of Westlawn, PA; granddaughters, Julia and Melinda Griffis; sister and brother-in-law, Deanna and Robert Thurston of Milan; as well as several nieces, nephews cousins and many good friends. Craig was predeceased by his loving and devoted wife of 60 years, Faye McPherson Griffis on Oct. 10, 2018; mother, Marjorie L. Griffis on Sept. 16, 1998; and father, Verne B. Griffis Sr. on March 25, 1999; and brother, Verne B. Griffis Jr. on May 4, 2011. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 9, 2020, at the Alteri-Bowen Funeral Home, 314 Desmond St., Sayre, PA. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 10, 2020, at the Athens United Methodist Church with Rev. Rich Hanlon, pastor, officiating. Rome Chapter No. 26 Order of Eastern Star will hold a Service of Remembrance at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church. Rural Amity Lodge No. 70 F. & A.M. will hold a Masonic Funeral Service at 10:45 a.m. Friday at the church. Interment will be private in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 3551 North Broad St., Philadelphia, PA, Rural Amity Lodge No. 70 F. & A.M., P.O. Box 324, Athens, PA or to Penn-York Valley Habitat for Humanity, P.O. Box 63, Sayre, PA in memory of Craig Wesley Griffis. -Towanda Daily Review 7/7/2020

GRIMLEY Robert S. Grimley, 73, of 303 Short St Athens, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2000, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.  Born August 16, 1927 in Endicott, NY, he was the son of Stanley and Pearl EMERSON GRIMLEY.  He spent the majority of his early years in Litchfield on the family farm.  When he was a young teen-ager, his father purchased one of the first bulldozers in the area.  After he graduated from Athens High School in 1946, he and his father went full time into the excavating business under the name Grimley and Son.  Together they remained in business until Staley's retirement in 1974.  Bob continued the business under the name Grimley Excavating.  His favorite piece of equipment was the bulldozer, and every job he did was done with expertise and pride, as those who had him work for them would testify.  Over the winters, he also plowed many of the state-owned country roads in Bradford County.  In 1984, Bob retired from excavating after building his own lake in Ridgebury Township.  He and his wife Betty, enjoyed 15 years in their lakeside home.  Bob spent many of his retirement hours tending the property and taking care of the 15,000 Christmas trees they planted on the site.  Although work was Bob's main hobby, he also enjoyed the fellowship of his church family.  He served on the Trustee Board of the Calvary Baptist Church from 1988 to 1994 and was also a member of the Tell Visitation Team until his health hindered him from participation.  Bob also enjoyed his position as a member of the Tioga Point Cemetery Association from 1977 until the time of his death.  He will be greatly missed by his loving family; his wife of 52 years, H. Elizabeth (Betty) MASLIN Grimley; his daughters and their spouses, Elizabeth and Donald EINSTIEN of Conklin, NY and Brenda and Robert WANDELL of Athens; a daughter, Patricia GRIMLEY of Liberty, NY; four grandchildren, Robert and Molly LINEBAUGH of Vestal, NY, Michael EINSTIEN of Conklin, NY  and Joy and Clint Wandell  of Athens; two great grandchildren; Jessica and Derek LINEBAUGH of Vestal, NY; one sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and Jack KIDD of Sayre; one aunt, Sara COOPER of Oil City, PA; one cousin, Cynthia BRACKEN of Oil City, PA; two brothers-in-law and their spouses, the Rev. Roger and Martha MASLIN of Melbourne and Donald and Doris MASLIN of Ulster; five sisters-in-law and their spouses; Pearle and Joe BETZKO of Ulster, Grace MAPLE of Nile ILL Vivian and Willis Arnold of Litchfield, Janice and Ivan PURDY of Vestal, NY, and Rita and the Rev. Roger MCMANUS of Morton Grove, ILL, as well as many nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by one granddaughter, Allanna EINSTIEN, and two brothers-in-law, Paul MASLIN and Louis MAPLE.  Family and friends may call Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Calvary Baptist Church, Athens.  Funeral services will follow there at 1 p.m. with his pastor the Rev. Paul BARRETT, officiating and the Rev. Roger MCMANUS, his brother-in-law, co-officiating.  Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens.  Memorial donations may be directed to the Calvary Baptist Church, 701 W. Pine St. Athens, PA 18810, or Guthrie Hospice, RR 1, Box 154, Towanda, Pa 18848.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Lowery Funeral Home, 225 S. Main Street, Athens.

GRIMLEY –SHIRLEY A. KIDD, 88, of Sayre, Pennsylvania, passed away with her loved ones by her side on Friday, Nov. 16, 2018 following her brave journey with dementia. She was born on March 9, 1930 in Sayre, the daughter of the late Stanley and Pearl (Emerson) Grimley. Shirley’s family was always her priority. She loved spending time with them, especially her grandchildren. They would all gather at her home for the holidays, when she would cook huge family meals. Christmas was one of her favorite holidays, as she loved watching all her grandchildren and the excitement they had at that time of year. Shirley was happiest when she was spending time at her home in the Valley. But after her husband retired, they spent time during the winter in Florida and summers at their cottage on Cayuga Lake, prior to his passing. Shirley was a kind, caring and loving woman who will be missed by all who knew her. She enjoyed spending time outdoors whenever possible. Her love for flower gardening and of the outside led her to also walking the cemetery several times a day. During her walk, she would clean throughout the cemetery and fix the pots on graves that needed tending. Prior to her illness, she also enjoyed reading, jigsaw and crossword puzzles. She is predeceased by her husband, John “Jack” Kidd; grandson, Bradley “Brad” Gilbert; brother, Robert “Bob” Grimley; sister-in-law, Mary Kidd-Muha and son-in-law, Thomas Foote. Shirley is survived by her daughter, Sally Foote of Sayre; daughter and son-in-law, Diana and Paul Gilbert of Athens, Pennsylvania; grandchildren, Samantha and Eduardo Rea of Dumont, New Jersey and Jesse Foote and Adam Brady of Sayre and great-grandchildren, Kaiden and Theo Rea. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Betty Grimley of Athens; nieces, Elizabeth Grimley, Patricia Grimley, Brenda Wandell and Kathy Winter;  nephews, Steven Drew and Michael Drew,;cousin, Cynthia Bracken; and her dear friends, Andy and Beverly Keister. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018 at the Tioga Point Cemetery, 803 North Main Street, Athens, PA with the Rev. Linda Rogers officiating. In addition to the graveside service, a time of visitation and a celebration of life service will be held in the spring for family and friends. The date will be announced in a future edition of the paper. The family requests that for a memorial, donation in Shirley’s memory be made by taking a plant or a bouquet of flowers and a smile to a nursing home or personal care home of your choice to brighten a resident’s day or to the: Animal Care Sanctuary, 353 Sanctuary Hill Lane, Milan, PA. -11/18/2018

LELAND C. GRISWOLD, 66, of Milan RR 1 died Friday, Oct. 17, 1997 at the Robert Packer Hospital.  He was born Jan. 17, 1931 in Elmira, N.Y., the son of Elden and Fay Walker Griswold.  He attended the Sayre Christian Church.  He was president of the Waverly Senior Citizens Club from 1992 to 1996.  He retired from Westinghouse Corp. In Horseheads after 34 years of faithful service.  Leland also was an avid gardener and bird watcher.  He was predeceased by his brother Roy, in 1958 and his sister, Betty Cleary in September.  Survivors are his wife of 10 years, Phyllis, at home; daughter and son-in-law, Terry and Thomas Lane of Anchorage, Alaska; son and daughter-in-law, Ted and Brenda Griswold of Horseheads, N.Y.; stepson, Jerry Loomis of Rochester, N.Y. ; grandchildren, Brian and Bradley Lane of Big Flats, N.Y.; step-grandchildren, Lori and Michael Loomis, two great-grandchildren, and a brother, Durland Griswold of Horseheads.  Friends  may call at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Athens, on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 11 a.m.  The Rev. James Donahoo, pastor of the Sayre Christian Church, will officiate.  Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens.  Memorial donations may be directed to the American Heart Association, 228 Russell Ave., Williamsport, Pa. or American Diabetes Association, Kirby Health Care Annex, 63 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, Pa.  –Towanda Daily Review.

GRISWOLD –MARY G. HAUSKNECHT, 88, of Athens, PA passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2014 with her family by her side at Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness. She was born on November 30, 1925 in Athens, PA the daughter of the late Joseph A. and Alice Lawler Griswold. Mary was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who loved spending time with her family. She graduated from Athens High School as the Valedictorian of her class in 1943. She then went to work as a Bookkeeper for Cook Accounting. In 1946 she married Ralph Hausknecht, and they began their own business. They owned and operated Ralph E. Hausknecht Plumbing and Heating with Mary handling the office duties. She enjoyed bird watching, cooking and growing her vegetable garden. Mary was a lifetime member of the Athens United Methodist Church. She is predeceased her husband Ralph Hausknecht on Jan. 16, 1993 and a brother William Griswold in 1965. Mary is survived by her children Wayne and Evelyn Hausknecht of Eaton, NY and Carl Hausknecht of Athens, PA, grandchildren Elizabeth and Jason Hashman of Athens, PA, Benjamin and Yolanda Hausknecht of Harrisonburg, VA, and Kelly and John Chripczuk of Carlisle, PA, 8 great-grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 18, 2014 at 11am at the Athens United Methodist Church, 118 South Main Street, Athens, PA with the Rev. Andrew Weidner officiating. The family is being assisted by Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Athens, PA. Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Mary's memory to Athens United Methodist Church, 118 South Main Street, Athens, PA. –Towanda Daily Review 8/16/2014

CHARLES H. GROOVER, 80, of PO Box 56, Milan, Pa., died Wednesday, Aug. 13, 1997 at the Robert Packer Hospital after a lengthy illness.  Born in Macedonia, Pa., on Feb. 11, 1917, he was the son of William and Etta Hadenstine Groover.  He graduated from Wysox High School, after which he joined the U.S. Army and served during World War II in the Pacific Theater.  He worked for the New York Central Railroad in maintenance and then went to work for the Ingersoll Rand Foundry, retiring in 1982.  He was an avid, hunter, fisherman, camper and traveler.  His memberships included the Skiff Bower Post No. 1536 V.F.W. of Sayre and the Amvets Post No. 261 V.F.W. of Towanda, Pa.  He is survived by his wife of 55 years.  Mary, at home; his daughters and sons-in-law, Charlene and Robert Purdy of Elmira, N.Y., Phyllis Jean and Ignacio Vindel of Sayre, Pa.; and his son and daughter-in-law, Charles Jr. and Bobbi-Jo Groover of Milan, Pa.; five grandchildren; a sister, Vina Kunkle of Durrell, Pa.; his brothers, Ray Groover of Towanda, and Francis Groover of E. Smithfield, Pa.; several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his brothers, Bernard Groover in February 1996 and William Groover; his sisters, Anna Harvey in 1991 and Ethel Yates ; his infant daughter, Mary Beth Groover in 1974; and a grandson Joshua Groover in 1986.  Friends may call at the Lowery Funeral home, 225 South Main St., Athens, Pa. Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.  The Skiff Bower Post No. 1536 V.F.W. will hold a memorial service at 7 p.m.  Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Friday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Roland Romig, pastor of the Athens Baptist Church officiating.  Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa.  Full military honors will be accorded by the Skiff Bower Post No. 1536 V.F.W. of Sayre.  –Towanda Daily Review.

GROVER Charles Ford "Chuck" Sr.
Age 59, of Sayre, PA, died Sunday, November 2, 2008, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. Born February 8, 1949 in Elmira, NY, he was the son of the late William and Julia Dix Grover. On July 1, 1975, he married the former Debra L. Hall in Sayre. In earlier years, Chuck helped his friends, John DeSisti and family. He enjoyed music, playing his guitar, fishing, cookouts, playing horseshoes and stock car races. Surviving are his wife, Debra Grover, at home; his daughters, Charlett Youngs and her husband, Waldo L. Youngs Jr. of Sayre, Tammy Mathers of NC, Peggy Reed and her husband, Jason Reed of Sayre; his sons, Charles F. Grover Jr. and his friend, Christine of NC, Richard Grover and his friend, Missy of Elmira, NY, Jason Grover and his wife, Tonda Grover of Sayre; his sisters, Phyllis Robbins and her husband, James Robbins of Pine City, NY, Joanne Fish and her husband, Edward Fish of Alpine, NY, Amanda Bolt of Millerton, NY; his brothers, William Grover Jr. and his wife, Joann of Painted Post, NY, Jonathan Grover and his wife, Sharon of Corning, NY; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandchildren, Charles John "C.J." Anderson on February 20, 2002, James Daniel Anderson on February 21, 2002, Brittany Marie Anderson on February 20, 2002, Tyler David Anderson on February 20, 2002, and his son-in-law, John W. Anderson on February 20, 2002. A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Interment will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA, at a later date. The Alteri-Bowen Funeral Home, 314 Desmond St., Sayre, PA, is assisting Chuck's family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to Debra Grover, 206 N. Thomas Ave., Sayre, PA 18840.   Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/4/2008

GUBLO Frank M. Age 66, of Davenport, FL, formerly of Elmira, NY, went home to be with Jesus, Saturday, September 17, 2005, from the Florida South Hospital in Orlando, FL. Born on September 24, 1938 in Elmira, NY, he was the son of Jacob and Anna Pieuch Gublo who both died when Frank was a young boy. Frank served in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1958. On October 28, 1961, he married Lorna Dolan in Towanda, PA. Frank was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local No .112, and was employed by Charles F. Evans Co. for many years until his retirement. During retirement, Frank and Lorna enjoyed time spent with family, and traveling the U.S. in their RV. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Lorna Dolan Gublo of FL; his son, Francis R. Gublo and his grandson, Luke Gublo, both of Schewaing, MI; his daughter, Rose Gublo Lapp and son-in-law, Nathan Lapp, and grandsons, Nolan, Devin, Alex and Brandon Lapp, all of Bethel, PA; sisters, Genevieve Somesky, Rose Gublo, Victoria Janeski, and Patricia Roche, all of Elmira, NY; brothers, Bernard Gublo of Elmira, NY, Edward Gublo of Millport, NY; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Frank was preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law who raised him, Wanda and Robert Palizay; sisters, Margaret Forsyth, Mary Ann Janeski, and Sophie Mitrus; and brothers, Jack and Ted Gublo. The viewing hours will be held from 1-2 p.m. on Friday, September 23, 2005, with the funeral services immediately following at the Alteri-Bowen Funeral Home at 314 Desmond Street, Sayre, PA. Interment will follow at the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA, with the Valley Color Guard according full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Zions Hope (Holy Land Experience), P.O. Box 690909, Orlando, FL 32869, or to the Trinity Broadcasting Network, P.O. Box A, Santa Ana, CA 92711-2101 in Frank's memory.

 

GUILES Robert Earl Guiles

Those we love we never lose, for always they will be, loved, remembered, treasured, always in our memory.  Robert Earl Guiles, age 86, of Sayre, Pa., formerly of Waverly, N.Y., died Friday evening, November 2, 2012 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre.  Robert was born in Sayre on August 30, 1926 the son of Archie and Florence Jenks Guiles.  He was a graduate of Waverly High School class of 1944 and later served in the U.S. Army 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment at the Battle of the Bulge during World War II. Following completion of his military service he returned home to Waverly and continued his education at Syracuse University where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry and Zoology.  On July 20, 1948, Robert married the former Florence Bowen in Sayre. He was employed as a chemist engineer in plastics for General Electric in Syracuse, N.Y., for 20 years until his retirement. Robert was a member of American Legion Post No. 492, Waverly, N.Y., and Skiff-Bower VFW Post No. 1536 Sayre and enjoyed spending time with his friends.  Surviving are: his wife of 64 years, Florence Guiles at home; sister, Eleanor McCarthy of Phoenix, Ariz.; sister-in-law, Jackie Guiles of Lowman, N.Y.; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by; brothers, Archie and John Guiles and a sister, Mary Jo Derleth.  A graveside service will be held Thursday, November 8, 2012 at 11 a.m. at Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa., with the Valley Color Guard according full military honors.   Arrangements are under the direction of the Alteri Bowen Funeral Home, Sayre, Pa. There are no calling hours. Contributions may be directed to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675 in Robert Earl Guiles memory.   Sayre Morning Times – November 5, 2012

 

GUILD Ina G. Carroll

99, of Granby, Conn., died on July 6, 2012 in her home with her loving daughter by her side.  She was born on May 31, 1913 in Sayre, Pa., the daughter of the late Joseph Ritner Guild and Florence Adelia Havens Guild Duff and spent most of her childhood in South Waverly, Pa.  Ina received her Bachelor's degree in education from Mansfield University in Mansfield, Pa., and attended Penn State for a year while working on a Master's degree in speech pathology. Her interests in education and the hearing impaired allowed Ina to touch the lives of many children throughout her career. She began her teaching career in Hartford specializing in speech and hearing therapy. After marrying her husband, Robert, the two settled in Granby where she taught second grade for many years. Ina retired from teaching at the age of 70, as a speech pathologist with the Simsbury School District.  Ina was an active member of the West Granby Methodist Church. During her leisure time, she enjoyed weaving wool, cooking, gardening, collecting antique jewelry, and she could play a mean game of Wiffle well into her 90's.  She is predeceased by her beloved husband Robert W. Carroll, a son-in-law Russell A. Fraser, three brothers Ritner, Warren and Fenton Guild, and a sister Doris Chamberlain.  Those left to treasure her memory include her daughter Lynn E. Fraser of West Hartford, Conn.; three grandchildren Suzanne Kelsey Shea and her husband Daniel of West Simsbury, Conn., Amanda Kelsey of West Hartford, Conn., and John Fraser and his wife Cari of Fairfax, Va.; her five adored great-grandchildren Patrick, John, Sydney, Samantha, and Sloan; sister-in-law Patricia Guild of South Dennis, Mass., as well as a host of nieces and nephews and their families.  Graveside services will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2013 at 11 a.m., at Tioga Point Cemetery, 803 North Main Street, Athens, Pa., with the Rev. Anne Bey Canfield officiating. The family is being assisted by Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc, Athens, Pa.  Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa. Memorial donations can be made in Ina's memory to: St. Labre Indian School, P.O. Box 216, 1000 Tongue River Road, Ashland, MT .  Sayre Morning Times – July 9, 2013

 

JOSEPH W. GUINANE, 81, of 50 Reel St., South Waverly, Pa., died on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2005 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre.  Joe was born in South Waverly on April 21, 1924.  He was a son of James and Ellen O’Brian Guinane.  Joe graduated from Waverly High School in 1942 where he was active in athletics.  He was a World War II veteran, serving in the United States Army Air Force from 1943 to 1945.  He attained the rank of Staff Sgt.  While serving in the Pacific with the 5th Air Force, 380th Bomb Group, 528th squadron as a top turret gunner on a B-24 Liberator.  Joseph retired from G.T.E. after over 30 years of service.  He was an avid follower of all local athletics and especially loved his beloved University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish.  Joseph was a life-long member and communicant of St. John’s Evangelist.  Catholic Church in South Waverly.  He was a member of V.F.W. Post in Sayre, Loyal Order of the Moose in Waverly, Waverly American Legion, and a proud member of the IBEW, local #1637 union.  Joseph was also a loyal patron at Reese’s and Yanuzzi’s restaurants.  Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, James and Ellen, his brothers, Donald of South Waverly, Robert of Cleveland, Ohio, a sister Mary Harrigan Whiteway of York, Pa., and infant brothers James, John and Richard.  Uncles Richard and Tom, Aunts Katie, Minnie, Margaret, Agnes, and Josephine, cousin the Very Rev. Richard Downs of Albany, N.Y., Mary Ruth Vandenberg of Falls Church, Va., and Ralph and Dorothy Sutherland of South Waverly.  Joseph is survived by his wife of 54 years, Dawn, sons Kevin and his wife Sharon of Sayre, and Thomas and his wife Patricia of Sayre.  Grandchildren he adored, Patrick, Nicole, Molly and Daniel Guinane.  Cousins Mark Vandenburg from Maryland and Robert Sutherland of South Waverly, nephew Brian of Dillsburg, Pa., niece Maresa of Long Island.  There will be a gathering of family and friends on Friday, 25, 2005 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Blauvelt Funeral Home, 445 Waverly St., Waverly, N.Y.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2005 at 10 a.m. at St. John’s the Evangelist Catholic Church in South Waverly with Father Vincent Langan officiating.  Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery in Athens with full military honors being accorded.  Mass cards will be available at the funeral.  The family will provide flowers.  Those wishing to make a memorial donation in Joseph’s name may do so to: The Epiphany School, Stevenson Street, Sayre, Pa.  –Towanda Daily Review.

GWINN – Word has been received here of the death on June 19, 1961 of Dr. Clyde W. Gwinn, 81, of 609 S. Main St., Athens, PA. Dr. Gwinn was a former teacher at Mansfield State College and was also a retired clothing merchant of Athens. At the time of his death, he was supply pastor for several Athens area churches. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Emma Gwinn and a daughter, Mrs. John C. Isele of Harrisburg; 5 grandchildren. Funeral was in Athens Presbyterian Church and burial in Tioga Point Cemetery.