ACKLEY Harry R. Ackley
90, of Macedonia, Asylum Twp., Pa., died
Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010 at the Skilled Nursing Unit of Memorial Hospital, North Towanda Township, Pa. Harry was born in East Towanda, Towanda, Pa., on Feb. 17, 1920, a son of the late Harry B. Ackley and Louise W. Ackley. He was a graduate of Towanda High School class of 1940 and attended his 70th class reunion in August of 2010. On August 12, 1941 he married the former Eleanor Shaw who preceded him in death on February 6, 1988. Harry was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army. He was employed by the North Penn/Pennsylvania Electric Company for 36 years and retired as the Northeast Division Safety Director. Following his retirement he worked as an electrician and drove school bus for 13 years in the Towanda Area School District. Harry was a member of the Wysox Presbyterian Church for 74 years. He served as a session member, a member of the building maintenance committee, Wysox Cemetery Association and sang in the church choir for over 45 years. He enjoyed spending time on Barclay Mountain, camping, snowmobiling, boating, water skiing, Sheraton Bus Trips, hunting, fishing and operating his Sea Ray boat. He purchased his last ski boat at the age of 76. Harry was a 60 year member of Rural Amity Lodge No. 70 F. & A.M., Athens, Pa., Wysox I.O.O.F Lodge, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, American Legion, Wysox Volunteer Fire Company, Towanda Gun Club, and the Towanda Rifle and Pistol Association. He formerly served as an Asylum Township Supervisor and as an instructor for the American Red Cross. Harry was a past president of the Towanda Area Senior Citizens and the Penelec Retirees Club, served as a director of the local AARP group and as a Hospice volunteer. Harry served as the Assistant State Coordinator for the "55 Alive" mature driving program teaching classes in Bradford, Wyoming, Sullivan and Susquehanna counties for many years. He enjoyed keeping in touch with widowed neighbors as part of a good neighbor caring group. He is survived by: his daughter and son-in-law, Judith and James Collins of Chemung, N.Y.; grandchildren Dr. Kathleen Collins of College Station, Texas, Dr. Michael Collins and his wife Shelli of Gilbert, Ariz.; great- grandchildren Cody, Connor, Collin and Ciara Collins; sister Marjorie Benjamin of Wysox, Pa.; several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins; his faithful companion of 17 years, Betty Conner of Towanda, Pa., and her sons, Kerry, David and Roland Conner. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Howard and Willard Ackley and sister, Doris Dixon. The family will receive friends from 3 to 7 p.m. on Friday at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. Rural Amity Lodge No. 70 F. & A.M. will hold a Masonic service at 2:45 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010 at the Wysox Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Russell Duncan, pastor and the Rev. Robert Martin officiating. Interment will follow in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa., with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors. The family will provide their own flowers and suggests that memorial contributions be directed to the Wysox Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 339, Wysox, PA 18854 or to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850 in Harry R. Ackley's memory.  Daily Review - November 27, 2010

AINEY - Leona Ainey Vanderpool, 63, of Towanda RR3, Towanda Twp., Pa., died Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa.  Leona was born Oct. 20, 1945 in Sayre, Pa., the daughter of the late Alba and Evelyn CAREY Ainey. On June 15, 1963 Leona married George F. VANDERPOOL in Towanda. She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years on April 28, 2006.  Leona's main interest in life surrounded her home and family. She attended the Assembly of God Church in Towanda.  She is survived by: her children, George Michael Vanderpool of Towanda RR 3, Mary Purdy and her husband Joel PURDY of Towanda, Linda L. Saylor and her husband Gregory SAYLOR of Rome, Daniel M. Vanderpool of Franklindale, James Vanderpool of Towanda; 18 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; a brother, Walter Ainey; an aunt, Dorothy DAVIDSON of Monroeton, Pa.; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.  Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa.  In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Guthrie Dialysis Unit, One Guthrie Square, Sayre, PA 18840 in Leona Ainey Vanderpool's memory.  26 September 2009, Towanda Daily Review.

WALTER D. AINEY, 79, of Troy Township, PA passed away Sunday, April 10, 2022 at his home following declining health. Walter was born in Binghamton, NY on June 27, 1942, the son of Alba Ainey and Evelyn Carey Ainey. He was a graduate of Troy High School with the Class of 1960 and in early years was employed by Masonite Corporation in Wysox, PA. He continued his education at Harrisburg Community College where he received his auctioneering license. Walter was employed as an HVAC installer throughout the United States until declining health no longer permitted him to continue. Walter enjoyed operating his business, Ainey’s Antique Co-Op in Luthers Mills, PA for a number of years, spending time at the cabin in Wellsboro, PA, fishing, hunting, and antiquing. Walter’s family includes his wife, Eleanor Passmore Maryott Ainey, daughter, Jenny (Daniel) Jennings of West Franklin, PA, sons, Duane (Sheena) Ainey of Burlington, PA, Steven (Suzanne) Ainey of Ashland, VA, stepson, Thomas Maryott and wife Zen of Clinton, Missouri, 15 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren, special cousins, Gordon Carey and wife Linda of Great Falls, Montana, Gary Seymour and wife Diane of Sugar Run, PA, sister-in-law, Rebecca Enck of Oneonta, NY, dear friends, Henrietta and the late Donald Teeter, Gary Stotler and Marcella Hoose. In addition to his parents, Walter was predeceased by his sister, Leona Vanderpool, and brother-in-law, Sgt. First Class Leo E. Seymour of the U.S. Army 5th Special Forces, MIA, Vietnam, 1967. A memorial service will be held Sunday, April 24th, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at the Leroy Baptist Church with Pastor Ronald Bly officiating. Interment will be private in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, PA The family suggests that contributions be directed to the Animal Care Sanctuary, P.O. Box A., East Smithfield, PA in memory of Walter D. Ainey. -Towanda Daily Review

ALCA - Betty Jane Northrup of Towanda RR 2, Asylum Township, Pa., died on her 82nd birthday Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at home following declining health. Betty Jane was born May 13, 1926, in Towanda, Pa., and attended the Towanda schools. In early years, she was employed by the Berlinger Silk Mill in Towanda and was later employed by various taverns in the Towanda area for a number of years. Betty Jane loved spending time with her family. She is survived by: her children, Charles Northrup and his wife, Mary, of Canton, Pa., Annabelle Vanderpool of Canton, Kane H. Northrup of Monroeton, Pa., and Star Z. McKean and her husband, Robert McKean, of Towanda RR 2; five grandchildren; two very special granddaughters, Maranda and Savanna McKean; four great-grandchildren; her brother, Lawrence I. Acla and his wife, Ann, of Towanda RR 3; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles R. Northrup, on April 10, 1979, and by her grandson Casey Charles McKean, on Jan. 8, 1993. A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa. - Towanda Daily Review, 14 May 2008

ALLEN –FRANCES ALLEN GOODWIN, 91, of 102 ½ Pine St., Towanda, widow of Archie W. Goodwin, died Friday evening, Jan. 1, 1988, at her home.  Born Sept. 27, 1896 in Warren Center, Pa., she was a daughter of John and Cora Fowler Allen.  Mrs. Goodwin was a life-long resident of Wysox, E. Towanda and Towanda and was employed by Towanda Folding Box Company for many years, retiring from there in 1971.  Mrs. Goodwin was the oldest active member of the Towanda First United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women, FLB Sunday School Class and in 1984 was selected “Mother of the Year,”  She was a former member and officer of the Towanda Business and Professional Women’s organization and the Towanda Senior Citizens.  Frances attracted numerous friends, winning the regard and esteem of many who will remember her graciousness and deep consideration of others.  Surviving are; a son, Archie R. Goodwin of Wyalusing; a daughter, Alma G. Josbena of Towanda; two daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara G. and Herbert Yanofsky of Towanda and Marjory G. and Norman E. Alen of Williamsport; three sons and daughters-in-law, Donald and Lila Goodwin of Medina, N.Y., Jack and Ricky Goodwin of Oak Ridge, Tenn.; two sisters, Mrs. Irma A. Leonard of E. Towanda and Mrs. Cleone Bish of Sayre; 16 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was predeceased by her husband, Archie W. Goodwin, on Jan. 22, 1933.  The funeral and committal service will be held Monday, Jan. 4, 1988 at 2:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, Towanda, with her pastor, the Rev. William H. Wassell officiating.  Interment will be in Wysox Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service Monday afternoon.  The family requests that memorials may be directed to the First United Methodist Church General Fund, Main Street, Towanda, in Mrs. Goodwin’s memory.  Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda. –Towanda Daily Review.

JAMES E. ALLEN, 89, of 18 Fall Run Road, Wysox, Pa., passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, Dec. 20, 2014 at his home. James was born in Towanda, Pa., on Feb. 3, 1925, a son of Web and Crystal Shults Allen. He was a graduate of Towanda High School class of 1943. He was a veteran of World War II having served in the U.S. Army at the D- Day Invasion at Normandy and was a veteran of the Korean War. Following completion of his military service, James returned home and attended technical school in Philadelphia, Pa. On Dec. 10, 1948 he married the former Janet Newell at her parent's family homestead and farm in Wysox. James worked on the Newell Family farm and also owned and operated Allen's Carpet Installation business in Wysox for many years until his retirement. He was a member of the Wysox Presbyterian Church, Towanda American Legion Post No. 42, Beirne-Webster VFW Post No. 1568, Towanda, Towanda Elks Lodge No. 2191, Towanda Lions Club and the Quarry Glen Club. James loved playing golf and was a member of the Towanda Country Club, the Nichols Country Club and the Eagles Mere Country Club. He is survived by his devoted wife with whom he recently celebrated 66 years of marriage, Janet Newell Allen; a sister and brother-in-law Shirley and Lewis Baton of Groton, Conn., sister-in-law and brother-in-law Peggy and Cal Shipman of Hideaway Lakes, Texas; several nieces, nephews, cousins and many good friends. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by infant brothers Carl and Palmer Grant Allen; brothers Philip "Pooch" Allen who was listed as missing in action during World War II, and Steven Allen; and a sister Sandra Taylor.The funeral service will be held Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014 at 2 p.m. at the Wysox Presbyterian Church with Rev. Jira Albers and Rev. Robert Martin officiating. Interment will follow in the Wysox Cemetery with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors. The family will receive friends on Monday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., and also on Tuesday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Wysox Presbyterian Church.The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the Wysox Presbyterian Church, P.O. 339, Wysox, PA in James E. Allen's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 12/21/2014

LYNWOOD W. ‘JIM’ ALLEN, 61, of Allen Farms, Wysox RR 2 (Myersburg), died Saturday, Sept. 23, 1995, at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, N.Y., from injuries he received from a fall on Sept. 11.  Born Dec. 20, 1933, in Myersburg on the farm where he has lived his entire life, he was a son of the late G. Leon and Cleone Allis Allen.  Jim owned and operated Allen Farms with his loving wife of 44 years, Shirley, together with his six children.  People remember Jim for excellent produce and fruit during the summer season.  He was an avid sportsman, enjoying hinting, trapping and fishing to there fullest.  Jim was a member of the Pennsylvania Farmers Association and Eastern Milk Producers.  He was a person who enjoyed helping people and his love showed for his family and many friends.  Surviving are his wife, Shirley Allen, at home; a son and his fiancee, John L. “Porky” Allen and Joy LaBarre: a son J. Michael “Mike” Allen; a son and his friend, Jeffrey P. “Jeff” Allen and Shirley Sibley; a son and daughter-in-law, Joseph L. “Joe” and Maxine Kalo Allen, all of Myersburg; two daughters and sons-in-law; Judy R. and Scott Miller of Myersburg and Juanita S. and Tom Brady of Sebring, Fla., 10 grandchildren –Jody and Billy Allen, Scotty, Britanne and Joshua Miller; Dustin Allen; and Christopher, Tiffany, Brittany and Matthew Brady; two step-grandchildren; Billy Jo and Brandy Brady; his stepmother, E. Margaret Allen, a resident of the Skilled Nursing Unit, North Towanda; his mother-in-law, Gladys Lisenby of Nichols, N.Y.; a sister-in-law, Mildred Lisenby of Smithboro, N.Y.; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Beverly and Richard Shaughnessy of Nichols, N.Y.; a brother-in-law, Edward Blair of Windham; a special friend, Kenneth (Kenny-Bob) Walter, who lived with Jim and Shirley for many years and helped Jim at Allen Farms; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  He was preceded in death by; his father, G. Leon Allen, in 1970, and his mother, Cleone Allis Allen, in 1968.  The funeral service will be held Tuesday, Sept. 26, 1995, at 1 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Robert Martin and the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson, officiating.  Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa.  The family will receive friends Monday from 6 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.  The family suggests that memorials may be directed to the Preservation/Rebuilding of Cook’s Pond, Cook’s Pond Association, Citizens and Northern Bank, in care of Terry DePew, 428 S. Main St., Athens, Pa. or to the charity of one’s choice in Lynwood W. “Jim” Allen’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

NORMAN C. ALLEN, 60, of 206 N. Thomas Ave., Sayre passed away at the Robert Packer Hospital, Saturday after a brief illness. He was born Nov. 23, 1928 in Lansing, MI, son of Russell C. and Mary Mosier Allen. He lived most of his life in his area. He was a retired tree surgeon. He was also a member of the VFW Post #1536 of Sayre. Survivors include four children: a brother, Elven Allen Sr. of South Waverly; four sisters: Katheryn Brown of North Rome, Beatrice Van Sickle of Ocala, FL, Clara Schmidt of Carthage, IN and Viola Shaull of Charlotte, MI; several nieces, nephews and cousins; a dear friend, Pamela Van Auken and children. He was predeceased by his father, Russell on Feb. 14, 1940; a sister Betty Alice Streeter on Feb. 14, 1965; brothers: Barry R. Allen on May 29, 1970, Otto F. (Ted) on August 1, 1982 and Vernon R. Allen on June 21, 1985. Friends may call at the Lowery Funeral Home, 225 S. Main St., Athens from 7-9 p.m. on Monday. Funeral and committal services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Richard Patterson, pastor of the Sayre Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be in the Wysox Cemetery. -Towanda Daily Review

ALLEN - Rex W. "Chippy" Allen Sr., 55, of Towanda RR 2, Towanda Township, Pa., died Saturday morning, Oct. 11, 2008, at Memorial Hospital, North Towanda Township, Pa., following an extended illness.  Rex was born in Sayre, Pa. on April 20, 1953, the son of the late Richard Allen and Dorthea Lee Allen.  Rex attended the Towanda schools and in early years was employed by GTE Sylvania in Towanda. He subsequently worked at the Towanda Airport and drove school bus for his father-in-law, the late Donald Simons, for a number of years as well as being a self-employed carpenter in the area. Rex also was employed by Mills Pride in Athens Township, Pa., for five years until declining health no longer permitted him to continue. Rex loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was a fan of Towanda High School Sports and NASCAR and in earlier years he enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He is survived by: his wife, Elizabeth "Beth" Simons Allen, at home; his children, Michael Allen and his wife, Rebecca, of Stevensville, Pa., Rex Allen Jr. and his fiancée, Heather Kenefick, of Towanda, Pa., William Allen and his wife, Marisa, of Mansfield, Pa., and Jason Allen and his fiancée, Jessica Wills, of Towanda; his grandchildren, Rex III, Garrett, Isabelle, Issaiah, Clare, Caleb, Strider and Emma; his sisters Sharon Turner of Sugar Run, Pa., and Dawn Fox and her husband, Lloyd, of Laceyville, Pa.; his brother Paul Allen and his wife, Beth, of Weston; his mother-in-law, Ina Simons of Towanda; sisters-in-law Bonnie Allen of Powell, Pa., and Maria Allen of Arizona, Pa.; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Diane and Wayne Lent of Towanda; a special niece and nephew, Michelle and Greg Lent of Towanda; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers Richard, David, Robert and Dale Allen, and by sisters Dorothy Marguerite Heeman and Jeannie Marie Allen.  The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with Pastor Jason Laudermilch officiating.  Interment will follow in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa.  The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Rex W. Allen Sr. Memorial Fund, in care of Citizens & Northern Bank, 428 Main St. Towanda, Pa. 18848.  RHW.  Towanda Daily Review

ALLIS –VIRGINIA A. STERLING, 91, widow of A. Foster Sterling of Powell, Monroeton RR 1, died Tuesday morning, July 26, 1994 at the Dar-Way Nursing Home, Elkland Township, Pa.  Born March 4, 1903 in Wyalusing she was a daughter of the late William P. and LuLu Lee Allis.  Virginia spent her early years in Rochester, Pa. where her father worked on the railroad.  She attended the Rochester schools and later graduated as a child’s nurse from the Pittsburg Home for Babies.  On Nov. 26, 1924 she married A. Foster Sterling of Towanda in Montrose, Pa.  They made their home in Towanda until 1944 when they moved to Powell.  She was a member of the Powell United Methodist Church, an honorary member of the official board and a member of the United Methodist Women, where she held an office and was a past Sunday school teacher.  Virginia was a charter member of the Alice Betts Class of the Towanda First Presbyterian Church.  She was a 50-year member of the George Clymer Chapter of the D.A.R., Towanda, where she held several offices and she was also a past member of the Senior Citizens Club of Towanda.  She possessed great love for her family and her home.  Surviving are: a daughter and son-in-law, Virginia S. and Martin Shaffer of Monroeton RR 1; four granddaughters and their husbands; Dian and Frank Saxon of Rock Hill S.C., Alice Kay and Terri Weingartner of Powell, Bonnie and Kevin Keller of Allentown, Pa. and Linda and Karl Cook of Monroeton; eight great-grandchildren; Connie Watkins, Frannie and Tai Saxon, Karen and Marty Weingartner, Brian and Karla Cook and Kurt Keller; a sister; Eleanor A. Bell of Aurora, Colo.; and several nieces nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her husband, A. Foster Sterling on Aug. 17, 1977; an infant son on March5, 1926 and a brother, Lee Allis.  The funeral service will be held Thursday, July 28,1994 at 11 a.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. Dan Walker, pastor of the Powell United Methodist Church officiating.  Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox.  The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday evening at the funeral home.  –Towanda Daily Review

ANDERSON - Mrs. Mildred Lamphere, 48, of Liberty Corners died at the Robert Packer Hospital Tuesday night, June 2. She was the wife of John Lamphere. Mrs. Lamphere was born January 15, 1916 in Monroeton, the daughter of George and Emma Rogers Anderson. She was an employe of the Rynveld Corp. in Athens for the past 14 years and was affiliated with the Methodist Church. Surviving in addition to her husband are: three sons, George and Charles , at home and Francis of the U.S. Army, Ft. Bliss, Texas; four daughters, Mrs. Carl Hillyard of Genoa, N.Y., Mrs. Dianna Reeves of Towanda RD 4, Mrs Bertha Patton of Sayre RD 2 and Mrs. Edna Teeter of Towanda RD 4; three sisters, Mrs. Dayton Brown of Monroeton, Mrs. Allie Green of Canton and Mrs. George VanDyke of West Damby, N.Y.; 17 grandchildren; several neices and nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Martoyy Funeral Home on York Avenue. Rev. William Kaufman, pastor of the Liberty Corners Methodist Church, will officiate and burial will be in the Wysox cemetery. Daily Review - June 1964 Submitted by Sandy Reeves-Vanderpool

ANDRUS –EMILY MARGARET ALLEN, 94, widow of George “Leon” Allen of Myersburg, Wysox RR 2, and the Senior Citizens Building, Towanda, died Friday morning.  March 23, 2001, at the Smith Personal Care Home, in Wyalusing.  Born Nov. 21, 1906, in Bodine, Lycoming County, she was a daughter of the late Albert Herman and Anna Elizabeth Eden Andrus.  Emily spent her early years in Lycoming County attending the one-room school at Cascade.  During World War II, she served with the W.A.C. stationed at Hampton Roads Port of Embarkation, Va.  In 1946, she married George L. Allen and they moved to Myersburg.  Mrs. Allen was formerly employed by the David Wilmot Hotel, the Towanda Motel and Villa Sena.  She was active in volunteer work at the Senior Citizens Building in Towanda and for North Penn Home Services.  Emily attended the Wysox Presbyterian Church and was a member of the Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 Auxiliary and Legion Post No. 42 Auxiliary and Towanda Gun Club and was a former member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge in Towanda.  Surviving are: her daughter-in-law, Shirley Allen of Myersburg; grandchildren, John L. “Porky” Allen of Wysox, James Michael “Mike” Allen of Wysox RR 2, Jeffery P. “Jeff” Allen and Shirley Sibley of Myersburg, Joseph L. Joe” and Maxine Kalo Allen of Myersburg, Judy R. and Scott Miller of Myersburg, and Juanita Sue and Tom Brady of Sebring, Fla.; 13 great-grandchildren; a very good friend, Helen Kinne of Wyalusing; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her husband, George Leon Allen, on Nov. 3, 1970, and her son Lynwood W. “Jim” Allen, on Sept. 23, 1995.  The funeral service will be held Monday, March 26, 2001, at 1 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Roger Griffith, pastor of the Wysox Presbyterian Church, officiating.  Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors.  The family will receive friends on Monday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to the Wysox Presbyterian Church, in care of Margaret Gordon, RR2, Box 260, Wysox, Pa. or the Guthrie Hospice, RR1 Box 154, Towanda, Pa. in Mrs. Allen’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review.

ARNOLD Lettie
Daily Review, Towanda, Pennsylvania - Sept 9, 1950
Mrs. Lettie (Arnold )Lamphere, aged 67, died at her home at 712 Main Street, Towanda, early Friday morning. Surviving are the following children: Jesse of Towanda, Mrs. Elizabeth Harder of Garden City, Detrot, Mich, Earl of Towanda, Mrs Dorothy Trepani of Bernice, Rodney of Towanda, Mrs Margaret Hunter of Towanda, Mrs Amanda Alexander of Sayre; a brother Harvey Arnold of Athens and several grandchildren. The remains will be moved from the Maryott Funeral Home this afternoon to the home of the son, Rodney, at 207 1/2 Main Street, where services will be held Monday afternoonat 2 o'clock. Rev. Rollin T. Campbell of North Towanda will officiate and internment will be in the Wysox cemetery. Submitted by Carol Brotzman

ARNOLD Thersea
According to the funeral notice in the Daily Review, Thersea Kropp's (buried in the Wysox cemetery), maiden name was Arnold and she died Sunday 12/7/1986 at the Camelott Hall Nursing Home in Arlington, Virginia.  It says she and her husband (Fred G. "Fritz" Knopp Sr.) lived at 10 State State Towanda and formerly resided in Wysox.

ARNOLD -THERESA KROPP, 86, widow of Fred G. "Fritz Kropp Sr. of 10 State St., Towanda, formerly of East Towanda, died Sunday Dec. 7, 1986 at the Camelott Hall Nursing Home in Arlington, VA. Born June 24, 1900 in Towanda, she was the daughter of Willis and Elizabeth Ross Arnold. Mrs. Kropp was employed by the former W.T. Grant Store in Towanda for over 20 years, retiring in 1965. She was a member of the Towanda American Legion Auxiliary and the Towanda Senior Citizens. Surviving are twin sons; Fred G. Kropp Jr. of Arlington and Richard E. Kropp of Chicago; three grandsons, Mike Kropp of Owego, Vince of Arlington, VA and Mark Kropp of Centerville, VA; four granddaughters, Mrs. Aaron (Marcia) Gowan of Tioga Center, Mrs. Paul (Cindy) Bennett of Owego, Stacie Kropp of Tioga Center, Terri Kropp of Harpers Ferry, WV; two great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband of Feb. 25, 1976. The funeral service will be held Saturday, Dec. 13, 1t 11 a.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. William Wassell of the Towanda United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Wysox Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday from 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home. -Towanda Daily Review

 

AYERS –ALICE MABEL AYERS KESTER, 77, of 399 Hettich Rd., Towanda, Pa. passed away Monday afternoon, Dec. 29, 2014 at the Skilled Nursing Unit of Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa. Alice was born in Tunkhannock, Pa. on Oct. 15, 1937, the daughter of Duane and Thelma Whispel Ayers. She was a graduate of Tunkhannock High School class of 1956.Alice was an active member of the North Towanda United Methodist Church where she formerly served as church treasurer and was a member of the United Methodist Women. Her life revolved around her family and home and she will be remembered as an excellent cook. Alice was an avid Penn State fan and enjoyed trips to Canada, caring for her animals, playing board games and especially pinochle. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Donald W. Kester whom she married on Dec. 23, 1959 in Berwick, Pa.; children, Donald A. Kester of Tampa, Fla., Pamela Kneller and husband Silas Kneller of West Burlington, Pa., Susan Schuppert and husband Dr. James Schuppert of Corning, N.Y., Rebecca Lee and husband William Lee of Wysox; grandchildren, Ashley Canfield and husband Keegan Canfield, Morgan Gardner and fiancée, Tabatha Dessa and Erika Gardner (Joshua Mueller), Alison Schuppert, Brent and Matthew Kester and Erica Thompson; great-grandchildren, Aislynn Thomas, Avery Canfield and Joshua Mueller; two sisters, six brothers and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a daughter, Peggy Thompson in May of 2014 and a great-grandson, Zachary Thomas in July of 2007. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 2015 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. with Rev. Jean Montgomery, pastor of the North Towanda United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service Friday morning at the funeral home. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the North Towanda United Methodist Church in care of Jake Guffey, Treasurer, 3377 Sugar Creek Rd., Towanda, PA or to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA in Alice's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 12/31/2014

AYERS –MARIAN L. WATSON, 96, of Palm Coast, FL, formerly of Herrickville and LeRaysville, PA, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2014 at Florida Hospital Hospice Care, Palm Coast, FL. She was born on Oct. 13, 1917 in Wyoming County to George and Ella Powers Ayers. Marian was a homemaker, a devoted wife and a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening, hunting, fishing, reading and music. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul B. Watson; parents, George and Ella Ayers; brother, Kenneth Ayers; sisters, Eloise Watson and Irene Ayers; brothers-in-law, Carl Watson, Donald Robinson, Fred Forys, Robert Jacobs and son-in-law, Joel Aiello. Survivors include her daughters, Sharon (Ronald) Lilley of Summerfield, FL and Patricia Aiello of Palm Coast, FL; seven grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Also surviving are sisters, Ellen Robinson, Betty (Vern) Orshaw, Geraldine Forys and Marie Jacobs. Interment will be held at the Wysox Cemetery on Thursday, July 31 at 2 p.m. Donations may be made to the H.O.P.S. Ambulance Association, c/o James Seipler, 606 Ridge Road, Rome, PA in Marian’s memory. –Carol Brotzman

SAMUEL M. BAILEY, 61 of Bridge Street, Towanda, Pa., died Sunday, Nov. 6, 2005, at Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa.  Born Oct. 4, 1944, in Sayre, Pa., he was the son of Henry Vanderpool and Ellen Bailey.  Surviving are his children, Samuel E. Bailey and his wife, Linda, of Towanda, Stephen Bailey and his wife, Cindy, of Blackwood, N.J., David Bailey of Ephrata, Pa., and Dorothy Martin and her husband, Edward, of Ephrata; sisters, Rose Bump of Towanda, Charlotte Ackley of Sayre, and Dorothy Brown and her husband, Raymond, of Towanda; brothers, David Bailey and his wife, Maryann, of Towanda, James Bailey and his wife, Wilma of Sayre, and Benjamin Bailey and his wife, Mary , of Muldrow, Okla.; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice Smith Bailey, on May 4, 1974, and by his brother-in-law, Walter Bump.  The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Jesse Ackley officiating.  Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa.  The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

BAILEY William - Funeral services for Sam Bailey, aged 2, who died Friday morning were held at the Miller Funeral Home Suday afternoon at 1 o'clock.  Captain William Hazzard of the Salvation Army officiated.  Burial was in Wysox Cemetery.  The child is survived by his mother, Ella Bailey, one sister Charlotte, two brothers Benjamin and James.  Submitted by Reva Wagner.  Obit taken from Daily Review 27 December 1943.

BARBER –MARGARET E. BARBER KITHCART, 85, Towanda, Pa., passed away Sunday, May 14, 2017 at the Skilled Nursing Unit of Guthrie Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa. Margaret was born on May 5, 1932, in Oberlin, Ohio, the daughter of Glenn Barber and Ethel Holden Barber. She attended school in Camden, Ohio, and on Sept. 29, 1951 married Harry Kithcart in Wellington, Ohio. Margaret dedicated her life to caring for her home and family. She was a member of the Wysox Presbyterian Church, the church Sewing Society and Prayer Circle. Margaret enjoyed spending time with her family especially her grandchildren, knitting and sports. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Harry Kithcart; children, Mary M. Dyer of Towanda and friend Tony Kersh, Lynn H. Kithcart and wife Debie of Standing Stone, Karen S. Ford and husband Mark of Wilawanna, Linda L. Kalo and husband Steven of Hornbrook, Brenda M. Vanderpoel and husband Mickey of Standing Stone, Pamela J. Benjamin and husband Kenneth Jr. of Allis Hollow, Darcie A. Robinson and husband Mark of Neath; 13 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Mary Woodruff of Sylvara, and Marlene Kithcart of Sheshequin; several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Melvin and Mervin Barber; and sister, Mabel Stewart. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa., with the Rev. Robert W. Martin officiating. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the Wysox Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 339, Wysox, PA in Margaret's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 5/16/2017

BARBER –R0SEALEE BARBER CARR PERRY, 76, of 24 Irish Ridge Road, Wysox, Pennsylvania, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2019, at Guthrie Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pennsylvania. RoseAlee was born in Sayre, Pennsylvania, on July 25, 1942, the daughter of Malcolm Charles Barber and Rose Mae Reynolds Barber and was raised by her Grandma Ollie Reynolds and Aunt Rose Lattimer in Powell, Pennsylvania. She attended Towanda High School and on June 18, 1960 RoseAlee married James Franklin Carr at the Powell United Methodist Church. She was predeceased by her husband, James on Nov. 20, 1979. RoseAlee served as a foster parent for nearly 40 years and as a caregiver for family members. On March 21, 1992 RoseAlee married Frank M. Perry Sr. at the Troy Presbyterian Church, Troy, Pennsylvania. RoseAlee was a writer for The Daily Review, Morning Times and the Rocket Courier for a number of years. She enjoyed nature, wildlife, gardening, canning, bird watching, and flowers, especially violets and zinnias. RoseAlee’s family includes her husband, Frank M. Perry Sr.; children, Tina Marie Milner and husband Jeffrey of North Orwell, Vivian Ann Rosenberry and husband Larry of Mercur Hill, Laurie Ann Lundy and husband Donald of Mercur Hill, Donald Shane Carr and wife Mandee of Standing Stone; grandchildren, Renata Faulisi (Matt), Matthew Stiehl, Christopher Stiehl, Kelly Rosenberry (Hollyn), Julie Sturzen (Jeffrey), Samantha Dougal (Mike), Cornell Dougal (Donte’), Christopher Dougal (Lauren), Amber Fitzwater (Harvey), Jimmy Carr and Rylee Carr; good friend, Christopher Gardner; 17 great-grandchildren; step children, Connie Perry Smith of Gillett, Frank Perry Jr. and wife Cindy of Sayre; step grandchildren, Sunset Smith, Cheyenne Smith, Grayson Smith, Kristin Milner, Phillip Milner and Kelsey Milner; brother and sister-in-law, Malcolm Charles Barber and Patti Barber of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania; several nieces, nephews, cousins and her canine companion, Peanut. A funeral service will be held at noon Monday, March 18, 2019, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pennsylvania. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pennsylvania. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA in RoseAlee’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review 3/15/2019

BASSE, DANA W.  Dana W. Basse, 19, of RD2, Troy, died unexpectedly June 23, 1987 near his home.  Born in Patterson, NJ on January 16, 1968, he was the son of Richard W. Basse and the former Dorothy Ann Christensen.  Dana last attended Troy High School where he was a member of several organizations.  He was an avid collector of old books and is hobbies included karate and the playing of the popular board game, Dungeons and Dragons.  Dana was predeceased by both his grandfathers, Ernest Christensen and Frank J. Basse.  Dana left surviving, his mother, Dorothy Ann Christensen Basse of Troy,RD2; his father, Richard W. Basse of Butler, NJ; brothers, Evan Jay Basse at home, Jeddie John McMillan, at home and Alonzo Ernest Christensen, also at home; his maternal grandmother, Dorothy Christensen of Troy, RD2; his paternal grandmother, Anna K. Basse of Spanish Lakes, FL; four cousins; five uncles; four aunts and many friends.  Services were held at the James F. Smith Funeral Home in Towanda June 29 with Rev. Arthur Suggs of the Troy Presbyterian Church officiating and interment to be in the Wysox Cemetery. (TGR July 2, 1987)

BAUMUNK Marie SNELL, 72, formerly of Wysox and Towanda, PA died Monday, November 1, 1999 at her home in Lake Wales, FL following an extended illness.  Born May 30, 1927 in Forksville, PA, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Jesse Battin Baumunk.  She was the founder of Tri-County Tag Service which is now Snell’s Tag Service.  Surviving are her husband of 53 years, David G. Snell, at home (5920 Saddlebag Lake Resort, Lake Wales, FL); a daughter and close friend, Robin Stevens and Ken Lippy of Baltimore; a son and daughter-in-law, Gregory and Cheryl Snell of Towanda Rr 5; a daughter and son-in-law, Tracy and Douglas Fay of Big Pond, PA; five grandchildren; a sister, Annabele Reibson of Estella, PA.  She was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.  Funeral services were held November 5 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda with the Rev. Roger Griffith officiating and interment to be in the Wysox Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the Good Sheperd Hospice.  105 Arneson Ave., Auburndale, FL 33823 or the American Cancer Society, Bradford County Unit, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, PA 17701-3945 in Mrs. Snell’s memory.

FRANCIS L. BEEMAN, 77, of Binghamton, N.Y., formerly of Wysox, Pa., passed away Tuesday evening, Nov. 22, 2016 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa. Francis was born on April 2, 1939 in Towanda, Pa., the son of Forrest and Louise Hoag Beeman. He was a graduate of Towanda High School class of 1957 and Penn State University. Francis completed graduate work at Mansfield University. He began his career in teaching at Sayre High School where he remained for six years and subsequently transferred to SRU High School for two years and Troy High School as the industrial arts instructor for 23 years until his retirement. Francis was a member of the National Education Association, Pennsylvania State Education Association and the Pennsylvania State Retired Teachers Association. Francis enjoyed traveling and working on antique cars. Surviving are his nieces, Debbie Beeman and Keri Britt of Micanopey, Fla., Michelle Matheson and husband Ted of Vero Beach, Fla., and Cindy Beeman of Gainesville, Fla.; numerous cousins; special caregiver, Frank Chamberlain and family of Binghamton, N.Y.; and very special friends, Greg and Traci Hawley of Emmaus, Pa. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, James Beeman. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa. There are no calling hours. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the Wysox Volunteer Fire Company, P.O. Box 2, Wysox, PA in Francis L. Beeman's memory. "Family and friends remember the good times." –Towanda Daily Review 11/26/2016

WILBUR WADE BEERS -"God called your name so gently that only you could hear, no one heard the footsteps of the angel drawing near … softly from the shadows, there came a gentle call, you closed your eyes and went to sleep you quietly left us all." Prominent and well known businessman Wilbur Wade Beers of 24210 Route 187, Wysox passed away peacefully in the early morning hours on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2015. He was 87 years old. Born Oct. 10, 1927 to Wilbur H. and Marian Rowe Beers in Rome, Pa., he was the oldest son of four boys. Wilbur attended early childhood school in Rome and later attended Towanda High School. He left high school early to enter the Army at the end of WWII, but it was during the Korean War that Wilbur was called to duty, stationed in North Carolina and Japan, where he was a chaplain's assistant. He opted for the Army Reserves the third time he was called for duty to return home to be with family. On Feb. 21, 1948 he married the former Beverly Ingerick in Wysox. Wilbur and Beverly resided in Monroeton until 1959 before moving to Wysox. Wilbur was employed for a short period of time for Vandervort Mills and Sylvania. After moving to Wysox he opened Beers Midway Mart for three years in the early '60s. It was with the passing of his father in 1962 that he and Beverly started taking over the operation of Beers Roller Rink, a business they ran until the 1990s, when his grandson Rob and his wife Stacy took over for a short period of time. The rink had one final night of skating on Nov. 27, 2009 when the last call for "Clear The Floor" was made. During the same time period in the early '60s of operating the roller rink, Wilbur attended an auto auction with a car dealer friend, Andy Benjamin. Wilbur became "hooked" and soon after, he established Beers Auto Sales in Wysox which he owned until he retired in 2006. His grandson, Rob Beers began to work alongside him as a partner in the late '90s. Wilbur sold out his share to Pat McGuire and under new ownership the name was changed to Beers Auto, ATV and Tag which still remains in operation today. Wilbur enjoyed attending auto auctions in both Pennsylvania and New York State and was a regular at State Line Auto Auction in Waverly. Wilbur and Beverly continued to purchase and develop investment properties along the Golden Mile in Wysox and Myersburg, many of them store and apartment rentals. Besides the auto sales and roller skating rink, Wilbur and Beverly owned 14 school buses and several transport vans for the Towanda Area School District. Wilbur drove bus No. 7 for over 30 years, not only traveling his normal bus route, he also transported the Towanda High School Band to football games for many years. It was after Beverly's retirement from GTE in 1991 that she drove bus No. 10 until they sold their buses in 2009.Wilbur was one of the founding fathers of the Wysox Municipal Authority. He was a charter member of the Wysox Chamber of Commerce and Wysox Zoning Board, as well as a longtime member of the Wysox Fire Company and the Wysox EMS. He and Beverly were very community oriented, participating in the Christmas holiday melodies, the Wysox strawberry festival, Wysox haunted house, as well as portraying Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus, entertaining the children in the area for years. Wilbur also participated in many of the parades, where he transported State Representative Tina Pickett in his 1986 red Corvette convertible, which his family jokingly called "The Pickett Hauler. "He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge, Towanda Elks Club No. 2191, Irem Temple Shriners, Scottish Rite and the Towanda American Legion Post No. 42, and serving as a Sergeant of Arms. He attended the Towanda United Methodist Church where he served on the board of trustees. Another part of Wilbur's legacy is the Wilbur Beers Family Nature Area located on Lake Road in Wysox. He donated the land for development to the Bradford County Conservation District into an accessible park and learning laboratory with walking paths.Wilbur's life touched so many of the children in the community over the years, whether it be all the friendships and fond memories made at the roller skating rink or the children who rode his school buses. He always had a smile or a piece of candy to offer. Many referred to him as "The Candy Man." After their retirement, Wilbur and Beverly spent several years enjoying the winter months at their home in Hernando, Fla., until Wilbur's declining health no longer allowed.Wilbur was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather and will be deeply missed by family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Beverly; his son and daughter-in-law, Robert (Bob) W. Beers Sr. and his wife, Gila of Wysox; their daughter, Kelly Gannon and her family, Abigayle, Alexandra and Ava Gannon of Wysox; their son, Robert (Rob) W. Beers Jr. and wife Stacy and their twins, Brooklyn and Brody of Gainesville, Fla. Also surviving are his daughter, Linda Soper of Wysox and her children; Candice Soper and her partner Beth Vannoy of Nashville, Tenn.; her sons, Jeremy Soper and wife Amy and their daughter, Addyson of Towanda; Adam Soper and wife Shiloh and their children, Aileanah, Edward and Drake of Nichols, N.Y. He is also survived by a brother, Ralph (Pat) Beers of Athens; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Albert and Marian Ingerick of Wysox; sister-in-law, Margaret Gordon of Wysox; sister-in-law, Harriett (Carlton) Roof of Standing Stone; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his extended family, his wonderful and loving caregivers, Julie and Gary Schmeck of Towanda, where he resided from January 2015 until his passing. He also leaves behind his Poodle, Jazz. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Edward E. Soper who passed Jan. 21, 1991 aboard Guthrie One; his brother and sister-in-law, Stanley and Beverly H. Beers; his brother, Charlie Beers; his brother-in-law, George Gordon.The family would also like to thank the Robert Packer Dialysis Department, EMTA, Western Alliance and Guthrie Hospice for their support given to Wilbur during his period of declining health. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 5, 2015 at the funeral home, with Rev. Sherry Good and Rev. Robert Martin officiating. Union Lodge No. 108 F.&A.M., Towanda, will hold a service of remembrance at 9:40 a.m., Monday, at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa., with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors. The family requests in lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA, the Wysox Volunteer Fire Department, Box 2, Wysox, PA, the Wysox Volunteer Emergency Medical Service, Box 302, Wysox, PA or to the First United Methodist Church, 103 Main St., Towanda, PA in Wilbur's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 10/1/2015

BELCHER Laura Emily PARKS, age 90, of the Senior Citizens Building in Towanda, PA, formerly of Ulster, died Monday, May 1, 2000.  Born July 15, 1909 in Davis, Richmond Township, Potter county, PA, she was one of 11 children born to the late Samuel and Mary Thiele Belcher.  She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Burton and Sand Parks of Troy, PA and Silas and Addie Parks; daughter, Alice Franklin of Towanda, PA; grand-children, Steve and Doris Parks, Rodney and Mia Parks, Lorraine Parks and Terry Miller and Eric and Virginia Parks, all of West Burlington; Charles “Butch” and Collette Franklin of Powell, John and Patricia O’Conner of Forestdale, MA, Gary and Charlotte Parks of Towanda and Bill and Ann Parks of Benton; 14 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her ten brothers and sisters; her husband, Burton Parks, in 1974.  Graveside services were held May 4 (11 am) at the Wysox Cemetery with the rev. Deborah Paro, pastor of the Hornbrook United Methodist Church officiating.  Calling hours were Wednesday (7-9 pm) at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda.

BENJAMIN - Clara I. Benjamin Ellis, 82,, widow of Elwood G. Ellis of Towanda RR 4, Asylum Township, Pa., went home to be with her Lord Saturday evening, March 1, 2008, from the Manor at Penn Village in Selinsgrove, Pa. Born March 7, 1925, on the family farm at Black, Sheshequin Township, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Robert H. and Theresa Bennett Benjamin. Clara was a graduate of Towanda High School, class of 1944. On Feb. 17, 1946, she married Elwood G. Ellis at her family homestead. Clara was employed by Sylvania Electric in Towanda for many years. She was a member of the Evergreen Christian Church and in later years attended the Independent Baptist Church, in Towanda, with her husband until her health failed. Clara's main interests in life encompassed her home, family, gardening and baking. Surviving are a son and a daughter-in-law, George M. and Carolyn F. Ellis of Ellis Hill Road, Towanda RR 2; two daughters and sons-in-law, Teresa J. and T. Jerry Forbes of Towanda RR 4 and Kathy I. and Philip Bellows of Middleburg, Pa.; eight grandchildren, Hudson P. Ellis, Kirby M. Ellis, Lynette S. Bassett, Rachel Bellows Hertzler, Stacey R. Fruits, Samuel T. Forbes, Benjamin W. Forbes and Amber S. Forbes; eight great-grandchildren, Laura R. Ellis, Casey P. Ellis, Joshua K. Ellis, Wyatt L. Bassett, Avery G. Bassett, Kiersten J. Bassett, Megan C. Forbes and Samantha P. Forbes; a sister, Eleanor Pierce of the Bradford County Manor; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elwood, on May 3, 2005; a grandson, Matthew W. Bellows, in 1995; a granddaughter, Kiersten L. Forbes, on Jan. 24, 1985; a brother, Garfield Benjamin; and two sisters, Roberta Ellis and Genevieve Champion. The funeral and committal service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 5, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with Pastor Donn Hauser of the Independent Baptist Church, Towanda, officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service Wednesday afternoon at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Independent Baptist Church, Cherry Street, Towanda, Pa. 18848, in Clara's memory. - Published in the Towanda Daily Review on 3/3/2008.

BENJAMIN - Eleanor May Benjamin Pierce, 87, of Shores Hill, Towanda RR 5, Pa., diedSunday, April 26, 2009, at the Bradford County Manor in West Burlington Township, Pa.  Eleanor was born Oct. 2, 1921, in Towanda, the daughter of the late Robert H. Benjamin and Thressa BENNETT Benjamin.  Eleanor was a graduate of Towanda High School and was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Marine Corps.  On July 11, 1946, she married John E. Pierce in Harrisburg, Pa.  In early years, Eleanor was employed by the Berlinger Silk Mill in Towanda, the Towanda Corsett Co. and the Post House Restaurant in Wysox. She also assisted her husband in the operation of their business, J & E Upholstery, which they operated from their home for many years until retiring.  Eleanor was a member of the Union Corners United Methodist Church. She loved traveling, animals, cooking, baking, making candy, playing piano, and working crossword puzzles and cryptograms.  She is survived by: her children, Jeanette E. Madden of Richmond, Va., John E. Pierce Jr. of Towanda, Craig H. Pierce and his wife, Lucille Pierce, of Towanda, and Robert "Bobbi" Rockwell and her husband, Gary Rockwell, of Columbia Cross Roads; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, John E. Pierce Sr., on July 21, 2005; her brother, Garfield W. Benjamin; and her sisters, Roberta Ellis, Clara Ellis and Genevieve Champion.  The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 29, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Diane Bentley, pastor of the Union Corners United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa., with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors.  The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society, Bradford Unit, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, PA 17701-3945, in Eleanor May Benjamin Pierce's memory.   Reva Wagner, 27 April 2009, Daily Review.

BENJAMIN -LILLIAN D. HEATH, 94 of 411 Desmond St., Sayre died at the Towanda Memorial Hospital, Tuesday, Feb. 3, 1987 after an extended illness. She was born March 9, 1892 in Asylum Township and was the daughter of Elmer and Alivma Johnson Benjamin. She and her husband Charles Heath had owned a large farm in Macedonia. Following his death in 1938, Mrs. Heath continued to operate the farm until moving to the Valley in 1948. She attended the North Waverly Chapel and was greatly interested in making dolls and other crafts. Surviving are a daughter, Jennie Brown of Sayre; son, Edward B. of RD 5 Towanda; eight grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Mrs. Heath was predeceased by two sons, Robert and Reed. Friends may call at the Alteri Funeral Home, 314 Desmond St., Sayre, Thursday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held there at 1 p.m. Friday withy the Rev. Harry Pettes of the Hornbrook United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in Wysox Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the ambulance corps of the Valley of Wysox. -Towanda Daily Review

BENJAMIN –ROBERTA BENJAMIN ELLIS, 72, formerly of Towanda, went home to be with the Lord, March 17, 1996, at Memorial Hospital, Towanda.  Born October 4, 1923, in Towanda, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Theressa Bennett Benjamin.  Mrs. Ellis was a graduate of the Towanda High School; was employed by GTE Sylvania in Towanda for 23 years until she was forced to take early retirement due to Parkinson’s disease.  She was a member of the Saco Road Baptist Church and the Sylvania Women’s Club; was a former member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary No. 1367 in Towanda, the VFW Post 7062 Asylum Township Auxiliary.  She also posses a great love for her family and home and was an avid bowler.  On July 12, 1945 she married Philip J. Ellis, who preceded her in death on August 22, 1990.  Surviving are two daughters and sons-in-law, Dr. and Mrs. Wilbur (Bonnie) Abbott, Sun City, AZ, and Mr. and Mrs. Donald (Sharon) Pepper, Canton RR 1, two granddaughters, Laura Mengle, Bethlehem and Carla Nero, Bentley Creek; a grandson Phillip J. Haight, El Mirage, AZ; three great-grandsons; two great-granddaughters; a brother, Garfield Benjamin, Towanda; three sisters, Genevieve Champion and Eleanor Pierce, both of Towanda RR 5 and Clara Ellis, Towanda RR 2, several nieces, nephews, and cousins.  The funeral service was held March 20 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda, with Pastor David Wells, Saco Roads Baptist Church and Pastor Tom Henderson of the LeRoy Baptist Church officiating.  Interment was in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox.  The family suggest that memorials may be directed to: The Gideons International, Chicago, IL or to National Parkinson’s Foundation, Miami, FL in Mrs. Ellis’ memory. –Canton Independent Sentinel.

ROBERT L. BENJAMIN, SMSgt., U.S. Air Force, retired, 77, of S. Main St., Towanda, Pa., died Friday Oct. 28, 2005 at the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.  Born July 24, 1928 in Towanda, Pa., he was the son of the late Floyd Benjamin and Mary Wood Benjamin.  Robert served in the United States Air Force for 22 and a-half-years.  He was a veteran of World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War.  On April 26, 1952 he married the former Janet R. Vanderpool.  Robert and Janet traveled extensively world wide while Robert was serving in the Air Force.  He was later employed by E. I. DuPont in Towanda for 16 years until his retirement in 1988.  Robert enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing and attending local youth and high school sporting events.  He was a member of the Towanda American Legion Post No. 42.  Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Janet R. Benjamin at home; his son, Scott R. Benjamin and Hilary Cambron of Portland, Ore.; two brothers and sisters-in-law, William F. and Laura Benjamin of Towanda and Jack Vanderpool and Sandy Vanderpool of Towanda.  He is also survived by two sisters and brothers-in-law, Margaret Batta-McCracken and Richard McCracken of Towanda and Alice “Cleone” Ellis and Freeman Dixon of Towanda.  He is also survived by a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sherry and Donald Vanderpool of Towanda and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins and many good friends.  He was preceded in death by his son.  Dale Martin Benjamin on March 17, 1991, his father, Floyd Benjamin on Aug. 2, 1964, his mother Mary R. Wood Benjamin Johnson on Sept. 1, 1998; and by his sister, Merial Ann Brennen Overpeck on Nov. 26, 1989.  The family will receive friends on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa.  The funeral service will be held Tuesday, Nov. 1, at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Richard Barnet, Pastor of the First United Methodist Church, Towanda, officiating.  Interment will follow in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa., with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors.  The family suggests memorial contributions may be directed to the Dale M. Benjamin Memorial Scholarship Fund in care of the Towanda Area High School, High School Drive, Towanda, Pa. in Robert L. Benjamin’s name.  –Towanda Daily Review.

BENNETT
Mrs. Robert H. (Thressa M.) Benjamin, 82, of Black, died Wednesday evening at her home following an illness of several months. Born March 20, 1889 at Evergreen, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Louisa Beeman Bennett. Mrs. Benjamin and her late husband operated a farm for nearly 50 years until her husband’s death Feb. 7, 1969. They were married at the Towanda Methodist Church in 1914. She was a member of the Union Corners United Methodist Church. Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Elwood (Clara) Ellis of Towanda RD 2, Mrs. Philip (Roberta) Ellis of Towanda, Mrs. Ronald (Genevieve) Champion of Black and Mrs. John (Eleanor) Pierce of Black; a son, Garfield, at home; 16 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and several cousins. Friends may call at the Maryott Funeral Home in Towanda, today from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Saturday at 2 p.m. Rev. Jack Decker will officiate. Burial will be in Wysox Cemetery.

BERNARDO – EMMA L. BROWN, 60, wife of Neil D. Brown of 115 William St., Towanda, Pa., died Friday morning, Sept. 28, 2007, at Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa.  Emma was born in Ridley Park, Pa., on Oct. 11, 1946, and spent the early years of her life growing up in Luthers Mills, Pa.  She was a graduate of Troy High School Class of 1965.  On May 30, 1969, she married Neil D. Brown in Sylvania, Pa.  Emma was employed for several years by Widman's Pharmacy in Towanda. She also served as a crossing guard for the Towanda Area School District for many years.  Emma possessed great love for her family and home, and loved providing day care for her grandchildren and watching her grandson race go-carts.  Emma enjoyed taking trips to Lancaster, Pa., and was an avid fan of the New York Yankees.  Surviving are: her husband of 38 years, Neil D. Brown, at home; daughters and sons-in-law, Darlene and Bill Maynard of Standing Stone, Pa., and Jenny and Tim Ennis of Monroeton, Pa.; grandchildren, Jacob and Mitchell Maynard, and Elizabeth and Emmalynn Ennis; a sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Charles Woodward of Sylvania; and Several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her mother, Irene Burnside Snyder, on May 27, 2005, and by her stepfather, Eugene Conrad "Cooney" Snyder, on Nov. 24, 2002.  The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 1, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with the Rev. Robert Martin, pastor of the Wysox Presbyterian Church, officiating.  Interment will follow in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service Monday afternoon at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be directed to the American Diabetes Association, PO Box 2680, North Canton, Ohio in Emma L. Brown's memory.  –Towanda Daily Review 9/29/2007

HAROLD ALLEN BIDLACK JR., 37, formerly of Millerton, Pa. died Monday, Nov. 22, 2004 at his home in Beverly Hills, Fla.  Born May 7, 1967, in Towanda, Pa., to Harold and Sandra Bidlack, he moved to the Citrus County area from Millerton, Pa. in 2004.  He was owner of Big Boy’s Pizza in Mansfield, Pa.  Harold attended Faith Baptist Church in Homosassa and was a member of West Jackson Baptist Church in Pa.  He loved to hunt and fish.  He was preceded in death by his father, Harold A. Bidlack Sr. in 1976.  He is survived by his sons, Harold A. “Little Bucky” Bidlack III, Ryan A. Bidlack and Jacob A. Bidlack, all of Greensboro, N.C.; brothers, Jeffrey A. Bidlack of Eustis, Dennis T. Bidlack and Rick S. Patterson, both of Homosassa; sister, Gina Bidlack of Crystal River; parents, Richard and Sandy Patterson of Inversness; grandfather, Edward Patterson; special aunt, Doris “Strope” Fox; a special cousin, Donna Strope Esposito; and several other special aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.   A viewing and funeral service were held in Florida at the Heinz Funeral Home, with the Rev. William L. Coats presiding.  A burial service is planned for 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 16 at the Wysox Cemetery with an open gathering at the home of Donna and Tony Esposito to follow.  –Towanda Daily Review.

BISHOP  Orson E. Bishop, 77, of Wysox RD1 (Standing Stone) died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1971, at Veterans Administration Hospital, Wilkes-Barre, folowing an extended illness, He was a former Sayre resident. Mr. Bishop was a brick and stone mason by trade and had, on his own, laid all the stone and brick at the Wysox Presbyterian Church using 13,000 bricks and eight tons of stone. He also built the foundation for the church sign. Born July 22, 1894 in candor, N.Y., he was the son of the late Horace and Mary Hildabrandt Bishop. Mr. Bishop moved to Wysox RD1 from Sayre in 1941 and had since resided in that area. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1913, where he served in the infantry attaining the rank of sergeant. He is a member of the Wysox Presbyterian Church, the Masonic Lodge No. 70, of Athens and the American Legion. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Babau of San Diego, Calif.; two granddaughters; eight great-grandchildren and one nephew and several nieces. Friends may call at the Archer-McCloskey Funeral Home, Towanda, Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the Wysox Presbyterian Church Monday at 2 p.m. Rev. Harry Ferguson, pastor of the church, will officiate. Burial will be in Wysox Cemetery.

 

MARTIN M. BLASCAK, 49, well-known Towanda barber of Towanda RD 5 (Lake Wesauking Road) died Thursday, Dec. 19, 1986. Born March 24, 1937 in Winton (Lackawanna County he was the son of the late Martin and Viola Dedic Blascak. Mr. Blascak was a graduate of the Jessup High School, class of 1954 and in 1955 entered the U.S. Navy where he served during the Korean Conflict until 1958. Following his honorable discharge from the service he attended barbering school in Erie and later came to Towanda where he was associated with the late Donald Rhodes in the operation of his barber shop on Main Street in Towanda. He opened his own barber shop on Main Street in 1970 and most recently began business at a new location on Park Street. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing and was a member of the Towanda American Legion Post #42. He is survived by his wife, the former Linda Alexander Blascak and a son, David M. Blascak, both at home; a sister, Miss Martha Blascak of Dover, NY ; an aunt, Kathryn Blascak of Moscow, PA. He was predeceased by a brother, Andrew in 1980. A private funeral service will be held at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda. Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery. There will be no calling hours at the funeral home. The family requests that memorials be directed to the Wysox Presbyterian Church in care of Willis Jennings, Wysox, PA in Mr. Blascak's memory. -Towanda Daily Review

BLIGHT -FLORENCE R. EVANS, 82, of Wysox RD 2, Wysox Township, formerly of Levittown, PA died Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 26, 1988 at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. Born Nov. 19, 1905 in Luzerne, PA, she was the daughter of George and Margaret Thomas Blight. Mrs. Evans main interests in life encompassed her home and family. She was a member of the Harriman United Methodist Church of Bristol, PA for 30 years and also attended the Rome United Methodist Church. Mrs. Evans and her late husband, Theodore R. Evans, who predeceased her on July 1, 1988 were residents of the Wysox Twp., area since December 1986. Surviving are a daughter- and son-in-law Margaret and Roy Dail of Wysox, RD 2; three grandchildren: Linda Kelly of Denver, CO, Mark Dail of Key West, FL and Wendy Wilson of Levittown, PA. Several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. The funeral will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. Rebekah Sweet, pastor of the Rome United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service. -Towanda Daily Review

DAVID D. BOMBOY, 54, well-known Wysox businessman, passed away Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021 at his home following an extended battle with Addison’s Disease and sadly his weak body could no longer carry him on this earth. He was born at Memorial Hospital in Towanda on March 15, 1966 and attended Towanda Area High School. David was an accomplished florist, operating David’s Flowers and Gifts in Wysox and Wyalusing for a number of years. With his creative talents, he could take anything and make it beautiful. It warmed David’s heart to see the smile on people’s faces from his creations. He is now able to decorate in heaven with all the flowers imaginable. David was a member of the Towanda Gun Club where he also previously worked as a cook. He is survived by his aunts, Betty Roof, Marie (Skip) Wilbur (who were like his second parents), Mary Lou (Dick) Parks, Helen Fries (Carl Green), Peggy Chilson and Fayne (Don) Smales; uncle, Galen “Pete” (Carol Ann) Bomboy; his stepmother, Carol A. Bomboy; stepsisters, Brigette (Mandy) Mason and Karin (Matthew) Shadduck; stepbrother, Keith (Michelle) Mason; numerous cousins; special friends, Penny “Pudge” Neiley and Pam (Mark) Thompson, and his beloved canine companion, Charlie. David was predeceased by his mother, Dorothy Edsell Benjamin; father, Dale C. Bomboy; grandparents, Clarence and Dorothy Bomboy, George and Mary Edsell; uncles, Donald Roof, Harry Fries and Jeff Chilson; cousins, Adam Chilson and Jimmy Roof, and his beloved dog, Willie. Family and friends called at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Avenue, Towanda, on Tuesday, Feb. 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A funeral service followed at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Robert W. Martin officiating. Burial will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox. Those who wish may direct contributions to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA in David’s memory. -Wyalusing Rocket-Courier 2/4/2021

ESTHER H. BOSTWICK, 97, of Montoursville RD 4, formerly of Wysox died early Tuesday morning Jan. 5, 1988 at the Sycamore Manor Nursing Home, Montoursville RD 4. Born April 14, 1890 in Wysox, she was a daughter of William and Ester VanNest Bostwick. Miss Bostwick was employed by Bamberger's Department Store in Newark, NJ for many years before retiring in 1955. She was a member of the Towanda First Presbyterian Church since 1916. There are no surviving relatives. A graveside service will ;be held Thursday, Jan. 7 1t 11 a.m. at Wysox Cemetery with her pastor, Kenneth J. Lynde officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda. There will be no calling hours. -Towanda Daily Review

 

BOSSONG William E. Bossong Sr.

78, of Standing Stone, Pa. died Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa.   William was born in New York City on July 5, 1933 the son of the late Martin J. and Kathleen May Rath Bossong. In early years, William worked in his father's maintenance business. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from May 4, 1953 to May 4, 1957 during the Korean War.  On June 15, 1956 he married the former Carol Holmes. William owned and operated his construction business in Bergen County, New Jersey for many years. He was employed by State Aggregates in Wysox, Pa. from 1978 to 1981 and then operated Cannon Hill Products until his retirement.  He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Carol Bossong at home; a son, William E. Bossong Jr. of Standing Stone; and grandchildren, Jennifer and Christopher Sox. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Linda Sox on May 26, 2009, and brother, Martin Bossong.  A private graveside service will be held at the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda, Pa.  There are no calling hours.  Towanda Daily Review – September 19, 2011

 

BOTTERBUSCH - David A. Botterbusch, 59, of 802 S. Fourth St., Towanda, Pa., died early Tuesday morning, Sept. 1, 2009, at his home following declining health.  David was born in Dover, Pa., on Oct. 3, 1949, the son of the late Walter and Grace Elmira WALGAMUTH Botterbusch. He was a graduate of Dover High School Class of 1967.  David was employed by Holdren's Precision Machinery in Ulster, Pa., and also enjoyed working with his brother repairing clocks and watches. David was a member of the Community Alliance Church in Monroeton, Pa., and the NAWCC.  He is survived by: his wife Renee Hamberger Botterbusch, whom he married on March 19, 2001, in Manchester, Md.; and his brother, Ronald Botterbusch of Dover, Pa.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Dan Botterbusch.  A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at the Community Alliance Church in Monroeton, Pa., with Pastor Bill Klees officiating. Interment will be private in the Wysox Cemetery, Pa.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. There are no calling hours.   02 Sept. 2009, Towanda Daily Review.

BRACE - FOSTER
Eloise B. (SRGP 02126) Age 92, of 87 Curren Dr., Elmira, NY. She was born January 8, 1913 in Mansfield, PA, [Actually born in Rutland township many miles from Mansfield]  daughter of the late Harry and DeEtte (Tanner) Brace and died Monday, December 19, 2005, at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was predeceased by her son, Bernard L. Foster, Jr.; and granddaughter, Brenda Stevenson. Eloise is survived by her daughter, Edna L. (Sue) Moss (husband, Luke); grandchildren, Barbara McClain, Chris Moss (wife, Dana), and Sky Moss (wife, Rebecca), all of Elmira, Steven Foster of Denver, CO, Jodi and Jami Foster, both of Longmont, CO; great-grandchildren, Kevin, Roger, Anthony, Angela, Cass, Christen, James, Walker, Parker and Tori; brother, Sterling Brace of Wellsboro, PA. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Thursday, December 22nd, from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon. Her funeral service will be held at 12 Noon. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, PA.

BRENNAN –MARGARET B. CHAMBERLAIN age 82 of Sayre RD 2, Pa., Friday, October 24, 1975.  Friends may call at the Jenkins Funeral home 111 S. Main St., Athens, Sunday 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral services there Monday 2 p.m. Rev. Leighton Pitkin of Athens United Methodist Church.  Burial will be in Wysox, Pa., Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the Athens United Methodist Church Memorial Fund or to the Heart Fund.  –Elmira Sunday Telegram 10/26/1975

 

BRINK Freddie L. Brink

75, of Franklin Township, Pa., died Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013 at his home following declining health.  Freddie was born May 3, 1937, the son of Alvin "Jack" Brink and Viola Casselbury Brink. He was employed by the C.C. Allis Lumber Company in Herrickville, Pa., for 34 years until his retirement in 2001. Freddie enjoyed working on garden tractors, visiting with family and friends, playing cards, going for rides, fishing and attending dirt track races.  He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Dennis Merrill of Rome; son James L. "Jamie" Brink of Franklin Twp.; grandchildren Eric and Kristy Merrill of Rome, Pa.; sisters Judy Terascavage of Homets Ferry, Doris Allen and husband Harold of Franklindale, Gertrude Newman and husband Robert of LeRaysville as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son Freddie Brink; his longtime companion Joyce Marie Seeley and brother-in-law Lawrence "Larry" Terascavage.  A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013 at Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa., with Rev. Thomas Blackall officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. There are no calling hours.   Towanda Daily Review – February 6, 2013

 

JOANN G. BRINK, 81 of 614 Third St. Towanda, Pa., passed away Saturday evening, Oct. 4, 2014 at the Skilled Nursing Unit of Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa. Joann was born in Sayre, Pa., on March 26, 1933 a daughter of Robert L. Brink Sr. and Cloie Cole Brink. She was a graduate of Towanda High School class of 1952.Joann was employed as an inspector for the Fontaine Weaving Company in Towanda from 1952 to 1966. She was later employed by Mills Hospital in Towanda from 1956 to 1959, the J.J. Newberry Store in Towanda from 1960 to 1985, and by Bloss Bootery in Towanda until her retirement in 1999.Surviving are her sisters, Betty Libonati and Phyllis Brink, both of Towanda, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by brothers, Donald, Robert L. Jr., Manley E. and Fred L. Brink and sisters, Millie Libonati and Thelma Fonsetto.The funeral and committal service will be held Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014 at 2 p.m., at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with Pastor Donn Hauser of the Independent Baptist Church, Towanda, officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be private in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa. –Towanda Daily Review 10/6/2014

 

MANLEY E. ‘CHESTY’ BRINK, age 78, of Towanda RR 1, North Towanda Township, Pa., died Monday, Oct. 18, 1999, at the Skilled Nursing Unit, Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa.  Born Jan. 20, 1921, in Potterville, Pa., he was a son of the late Robert L. Sr. and Cloie Cole Brink.  Manley was a veteran of World War II, having served in Service Company K 350th Regiment Division of the U.S. Army in Italy and at the Normandy Beachhead.  In early years he served as a clerk for Acme Markets in the area and was later employed as a truck driver for several years until his retirement in 1990.  Manley was a member of Christ Episcopal Church, Towanda, Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 and Beirne-Webster VFW Post No. 1568, Towanda.  Manley possessed great love for sports and played baseball with the Toytown Gang in younger years and while serving in the military.  Surviving are sisters, Thelma Fonsetto of New Jersey, Betty Libonati and her husband, Gerald Libonati, of Towanda, and Phyllis and JoAnn Brink both of Towanda; a brother, Robert Brink Jr. of Ulster; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Donald in 1925 and Fred in 1990; a sister Millie, in 1970; two sisters-in-law, Mary Brink and Geraldine Brink; a nephew, Thomas Libonati, in 1995; and a brother-in-law, Gerald Fonsetto, in 1978.  The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa.  The funeral service will be held Friday, Oct. 22, 1999, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Maureen Hipple, rector of Christ Episcopal Church, Towanda, officiating.  Interment will follow in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa., with Towanda-area veterans according full military honors.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations be directed to the charity or organization of one’s choice in Mr. Brink’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

 

BROWN –ALMEDA MAE BROWN CLARK, 91, a well-known Wysox area businesswoman, died peacefully on Sunday, June 24, 2018, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Sarah and Ronald Burlingame in Towanda. Almeda was born Feb. 5, 1927, at home in Franklindale, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Perry and Julia Anne Gross Brown. On June 12, 1950, Almeda married Budd M. Clark in Franklindale and they moved to Wysox where they resided together until Budd’s death on July 11, 2014. In 1957, her husband Budd founded Clark Furniture and Carpetland a successful business they actively operated together for over 50 years. In June of 2014, Almeda and Budd celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary. Almeda was extremely devoted to her family and enjoyed activities with them, including: the Wysox PTA, leading Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, Little League and softball. Almeda also enjoyed her beautiful flower gardens and decorating for Christmas. Almeda owned and cared for many cats throughout her life and she loved them all. Almeda was a long-time member of the First United Methodist Church in Towanda where she served in many capacities. She was also a member of the Bradford County Republican Women and the D.A.R. (Wyalusing branch). Surviving are her children, Budd W. Clark of Wysox, Tim Clark and his wife Elyse Bloss Clark of Towanda, Becky Clark of Franklindale, and Sally Clark Burlingame and her husband Ron of Towanda; her grandchildren, David Clark, Adam Clark, Kevin Clark, Heather Clark, Erica Clark, Jordan Clark, Nolan Clark, Ronnie Burlingame, Blake Burlingame, Trey Burlingame, and Lincoln Burlingame; several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Almeda was also blessed and survived by her special feline companion, Briar Rose. In addition to her parents and husband, Almeda was predeceased by her granddaughter, Brittany Anne Burlingame; great-granddaughter, Brynn Mae Burlingame; and six sisters. A celebration of Almeda’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 28, 2018, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with Rev. Ed Torres, pastor of the North Rome Wesleyan Church officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be private in the Wysox Cemetery. Contributions may be directed to the Animal Care Sanctuary, P.O. Box A, East Smithfield, PA or to a charity of one’s choice, in memory of Almeda Mae Brown Clark. –Towanda Daily Review 6/26/2018

BROWN - Glen A. Brown, 57, of Towanda died Thursday, Nov. 5, 1998 at Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City, NY. Born March 10, 1941 in Sayre, he was a son of Delbert and Leola Shaver Brown. Glen spent his early years in East Towanda. He was formerly employed by Karl shiner, Steve and Ed Strickland, and the A&P Plant in Horseheads, NY until its closure. He also worked for Rolling Acres in Wysox. Surviving are: a son and daughter-in-law, Allen and Marlene Brown of New Albany; a son, Christopher Brown of Erie, PA; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Roy and Emilie Brown of Middleburg, PA, and Neil and Emma Brown of Towanda; two sister and brothers-in-law: Harriet and Claude Glidewell of Clarksville, Tenn., and Maxine and John Simpson of Monroeton; and four grandchildren: Dustin, Amanda, Jenny and Melinda Brown. the funeral service will be held on Monday, Nov. 9, 1998, at 3 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, PA, with the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson officiating. Interment will follow in Wysox Cemetery, Wysox. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service Monday afternoon at the funeral home. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Brown Grandchildren Continuing Education Fund in care of Allen Brown, RR#2, Box 16B, New Albany, PA 18833, in Mr. Brown's memory.

BROWN   Karl W. Brown, 48, of Lanning Creek road, Towanda RR 5, Wysox Township, Pa., died Tuesday, March 21, 2006 as a result of an accidental fall from a tree stand on his property. Born Jan. 30, 1958 in Towanda, Pa., he was the son of Walter and Mildred Roof Brown.  Karl was a graduate of Towanda Area High School Class of 1975. In earlier years he was employed by the B & D Diner in Wysox and also drove a school bus in the Towanda School District.  He was later employed by E. I. DuPont in Towanda for 21 years until the time of his passing. On June 9, 1991 he married the former Lori Beardslee in Burlington Township, Pa. Karl was a member in the Wysox Presbyterian Church, the Towanda Gun Club, Towanda Rifle and Pistol Club, the Turkey Federation and the National Rifle and Pistol Club, the Turkey Federation and the National Rifle Association. Karl was a member of the emergency brigade crew at E.I. DuPont and also coached area soccer and little league. Karl loved spending time with his family. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting, fishing and square dancing.  Surviving are; his wife, Lori, his children, Kody H. and Kayla R. Brown; his parents, Walter and Mildred Brown of Towanda RR 5; brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert and Connie Brown of Powell, Pa.; Ron and Joyce Brown of Ulster RR 2; and Fritz and Linda Brown of Highland Park, N.J.; brother, Tim Brown and his fiance' Nikki Green in Bradford, Pa.; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Roy and Barbara Beardslee of Columbia Cross Roads, Pa.; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Tim and Cathy Beardslee of Columbia Cross Roads, Pa.; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Lynette and Don Fitzwater of Troy, Pa.; Lisa and John Jarrell of Troy, Pa.; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and his canine companion, "Misty."  He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Ottie Roof; a niece, Ronda Brown; and nephews George Brown and Jordan Fitzwater.  The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa.  The funeral service will be held Saturday, March 25, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Donn Hauser and Pastor Lloyd Vaughn of the Independent Baptist Church, Towanda, officiating.  Interment will follow in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Continuing Education Fund for Kody and Kayla Brown in care of the Citizens & Northern Bank, 428 Main St., Towanda, Pa., 18848, in Karl's memory.

BROWN –MARION A. LENT, 99, of 603 William St., Towanda, formerly of Lake Wesauking, Wysox Township, Pa., passed away Sunday evening, Aug. 7, 2016 at Guthrie Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa. Marion was born in Syracuse, N.Y., on May 27, 1917 the daughter of the late Ralph M. Brown Sr. and Sara Jones Brown. She was a graduate of Central High School in Syracuse, N.Y., and after raising her family she attended Mansfield University. Marion received her master's degree in education from Penn State University. Mrs. Lent taught second and fourth grades at the elementary schools of Towanda First Ward, Mulberry Street, Towanda Township and Monroe-Franklin for a combined total of 15 years until her retirement in 1979. Marion became a member of the Wysox Presbyterian Church in 1953 where she served as an elder and deacon and was a member of the Wysox Sewing Society and Wysox Prayer Circle. She also held membership with the Wysox Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary, Sheshequin Book Club, the national and state education associations as well as the Bradford-Sullivan Education Association. Mrs. Lent served as a tutor for the Laubach Literacy Program for a number of years. Surviving are her children, Judith A. (Paul) Eldridge of Newark Valley, N.Y., James B. (Gale) Allen of Danville, Va., Ronbert E. (Marcia) Allen of Menifee, Calif.; step children, Jean Lent (James) Foutz of Palmyra, Pa., Frances (Kenneth) Carr of Elmira, N.Y., Edwin D. (Janet) Lent of Wysox, Wayne (Diane) Lent of Lake Weasuking; 17 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Clara Brown of Syracuse, N.Y.; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husbands, George E. Allen in 1960; Donald E. Lent in 1991; grandson, Andrew Allen; great-grandson, Justin Allen; brothers, Ralph Brown Jr., Richard (Cora) Brown; and sister, Helen (Leon) Russell. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 12, 2016 at the Wysox Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Robert Martin officiating. Interment will follow in the Wysox Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the Wysox Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 339, Wysox, PA in Marion A. Lent's memory. Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. –Towanda Daily Review 8/10/2016

BROWN - NORMA PICKERING
 Norma L. House Pickering, 59, Herrickville, PA, died Friday, September 2, 1994 at her home. Born December 30, 1934 in Monroeton, she was a daughter of Raymond Brown and the late Louise Gillmer Brown. Norma was formerly employed by Mills Hospital in Towanda and the Bradford County Home in Burlington for a number of years. Among her survivors are her husband, George H. Pickering, at home; eight grandchildren, including Raymond House Jr. and his friend Ann of Troy, Pamela and Ted Matthews of Gillett; 24 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; her father and stepmother; sisters, a brother, aunts and uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Raymond D. "Junior" House in 1979 and her mother, Louise Brown, in 1975. Funeral services were held at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda on September 4 with the Rev. Susan Zimmerman officiating and interment to be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, PA. The family suggests that memorials be directed to:  American Cancer Society, 413 South Main St., Bradford Unit, Athens, PA 18810 in Mrs. Pickering's memory. (TGR, Thursday, September 8, 1994)

 

BROWN –NORMA L. HOUSE PICKERING, 59, wife of George H. Pickering, of Herrickville, Wyalusing, RR 3 died Friday morning, Sept. 2, 1994, at her home.  Born Dec. 30, 1934, in Monroeton, she was a daughter of Raymond Brown and the late Louise Gillmer Brown.  Norma was formerly employed by Mills Hospital in Towanda and the Bradford County Home in Burlington for a number of years.  Mrs. Pickering was a member of the Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 Auxiliary and the Northeast Bradford Memorial V.F.W. Post No. 6824 Auxiliary.  Surviving are her husband, George H. Pickering at home: her father and stepmother, Raymond and Agnes Brown of Binghamton, N.Y.; her children: Ramona and William Rouch of Wysox, Judy and Gerard Belawske of Canton, Marilyn and Lewayne Wilber of Canton.  Raymond House Jr. and his friend Ann of Troy, Pamela and Ted Matthews of Gillett, Terri Powers and her friend, Ted Cobb of Wyalusing, Scott House and his friend, Jenny of Lancaster, Norman Jay House and his friend Lisa at home: 24 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sisters and brothers-in-law, Ilene and John Robinson of New York, Phyllis and Ronald Woodward of North Carolina, Shirley and Alan Thrasher of Laceyville, Patty Brown of New Albany, Ruthanna and Charles Brown of Monroeton; a brother and sister-in-law, Raymond and Dorothy Brown of New Albany; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.    She was preceded in death by her first husband, Raymond D. “Junior” House on August 26, 1979; her mother, Louise Brown in May, 1975.  The funeral and committal service will be held Sunday, Sept. 4, 1994, at 2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Susan Zimmerman, officiating.  Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa.  The family will receive friends Saturday evening form 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.  The family suggests that memorials may be directed to American Cancer Society, Bradford Unit, Athens, Pa in Mrs. Pickering’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

 

WALTER DAVID BROWN, 88, of 47 Susquehanna St., Towanda, Pa., Wysox Township, passed away early Monday morning, Oct. 26, 2015 at Regional Hospital, Scranton, Pa. Walter was born on July 2, 1927 in Wysox Township, Pa. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Navy as a heavy equipment operator at Pearl Harbor following the Dec. 7, 1941 attack. On Oct. 17, 1946 he married the former Mildred Roof. In early years Walter was employed by Towanda Borough and was subsequently employed by Westinghouse Corporation in Horseheads, N.Y. for over 25 years until declining health no longer permitted him to continue. He attended the Standing Stone Vesper Church and was a member of American Legion Post No. 42 Towanda, Beirne-Webster VFW Post No. 1568 Towanda, Wysox Senior Citizens, Towanda Gun Club and the National Rifle Association. Walter enjoyed camping and traveling with his family, hunting, fishing and pitching horseshoes. He was a former member of area pool and bowling leagues. His family includes his wife of 69 years, Mildred Roof Brown; sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Connie Brown Sr., Ronald and Joyce Brown, Fritz Brown and wife Linda Wilson, Timothy Brown; daughter-in-law, Lori Blascak; grandchildren, Robert Brown Jr., Patrick Brown Sr. and wife Mary, Douglas Brown, Eric Brown, Frannie Young and husband Kevin, Fritz Brown, Kody Brown, Kayla Brown and Blaine Boyer; numerous great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. He was preceded in death by his son, Karl W. Brown; grandchildren, Ronda Marie Brown West, George Wyatt Brown, Otto David Wayne Brown; and brothers, Howard and Lawrence Brown. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday evening at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015 at the funeral home, with Rev. Robert Martin officiating. Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa., with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to a charity or organization of one's choice in Walter's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 10/27/2015

 

MALCOLM R. BRUCE (RANDY), 77, of Towanda RD 5 (Black and Key Largo, FL) passed away Saturday afternoon, March 11, 1989 at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre after a long illness. Born July 31, 1911 in Charlottesville, VA, he was a son of Charles and Rosa Lamb Bruce. He graduated from the Miller Vocational School before moving to Bradford County for employment with an oil drilling company. Following his marriage to the former Hazel Kilmer, Mr. Bruce entered into partnership on the Kilmer family farm at Black. He continued farming until 1964, when the dairy was sold and then took employment with State Aggregates, Inc. in East T0wanda, retiring from there in 1978. During his retirement, Randy spent the winter months at his home in Key Largo, FL and his summers in Pennsylvania. He was a member of the Spring Hill Baptist Church of Spring Hill, VA, a 52 year member of the Towanda I.O.O.F. Lodge and was active in the Wysox Fire Company. Mr. Bruce served as tax collector in Sheshequin Township for 12 years and also drove school bus in Black and North Towanda for many years. He is survived by his wife, Hazel at home; three daughters: Mrs. Edward (Phyllis Virginia) Mulcahy of Rome, Shirley Anita Bixby of Norwich, NY and Mrs. Richard (Barbara Lee) Mitchell of Stratford, CT; a son, Charles Bruce of Towanda RD 5, (Black); five grandchildren: Mrs. Ronald (Carol Ann) Burlingame of Freehold, NJ, Steven Bruce Bixby of Fitchburg, MA, Michelle Marie Bixby of Norwich, NY, Casey Jane Bruce and Charles Randolph (C.R.) Bruce, both of Towanda RD 5 (Black); a great-granddaughter, Hollie Ann Burlingame of Freehold, NJ; two brothers, Thomas S. Bruce of Florida; several nieces and nephews in Pennsylvania and Florida. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Charlotte; by two sisters, Rebecca Cummings and Lolie Herring; a brother, Wallace Bruce. The family will Receive friends Tuesday evening from 7-9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson, pastor of the Wysox Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery. The family suggest memorials be directed to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 428, Sayre, PA or to the Wysox Presbyterian Church, c/o Willis Jennings, Wysox, PA in Mr. Bruce's memory. -Towanda Daily Review

 

BUCK Gladys Buck Groover

80, of Mercur Hill Road, Wysox, Pa., died Thursday, October 3, 2013 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa.   Gladys was born in Wysox on April 9, 1933, the daughter of Henry and Gustava Buck. She was employed by the Bradford County Manor in West Burlington Township, Pa., for 25 years until her retirement. Gladys possessed great love for her family and home. She enjoyed camping, fishing, working crossword puzzles and caring for her cats and dogs.  Surviving are her children, Bernard Groover Jr. of Wysox, William Groover of Wysox, Dennis Groover of Rome, Joanne Westbrook of Wysox, Virginia Walker and husband Otto of Rome, Julia Ellis and husband Joseph of Rome, Vickie Hartford and husband Randy of Ulster, 17 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, sisters, Lillian Shay of Athens, Charlotte Vincent of Columbia Cross Roads, Blanche Whitbeck of Athens, Hazel Buck of Waverly as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard J. Groover Sr. on February 4, 1996, sons, Calvin G. Groover on December 14, 1989 , Gary Lee Groover on October 1, 1990, Phillip R. Groover on April 15, 2001 and son-in-law, Thomas L. Westbrook Sr. on June 16, 2013.  The funeral service will be held Monday, October 7, 2013 at 1 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with the Rev. Robert Martin officiating. Interment will follow in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service Monday afternoon at the funeral home.  Sayre Morning Times – October 5, 2013

 

BURLINGAME Kandice R. Rought

70, of 3010 Arnold Road, Athens, Windham Township, died unexpectedly Friday morning, Dec. 7, 2012 at her home. Kandice was born in Sayre on Oct. 23, 1942 the daughter of Willard Burlingame and Dorothy Heeman Burlingame. She attended Wyalusing High School and in early years was employed by the Fontaine Weaving Company in Towanda and Herman Rynveld Sons Wreath Company in New Albany.  Kandice later served as matron at the Bradford County Correctional Facility in Towanda for several years. Kandice enjoyed making cutlets, baking, crocheting and embroidery. In earlier years, she was an avid women's league bowler and was a member of the Towanda Bowling Hall of Fame.  She is survived by her husband, Francis D. Rought at home; her children, Bonnie (David) Sullivan of Towanda, Dorothy (Delbert) Johnson of Lockwood, N.Y., Pamela Merrill of Batavia, N.Y., and Ralph (Marie) Brown of Columbia Cross Roads; eight grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; sisters Barbara Pierce, Beverly Brenner, Genevieve Urbaniak, Cheryl (Guy) Cook, Debbie Lane, Elizabeth Burlingame and Sandy Stroud; and brothers Willard (Lori) Burlingame, Ronnie (Sally) Burlingame, Robert and Jimmy Burlingame, Walter Vanderpool and Ralph Burlingame.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Karen Brown and brothers, Johnny and Joe Burlingame.  The funeral service will be held at 1 pm. Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with Pastor Timothy Geiger, Assistant Pastor of the Assembly of God Church, Towanda, officiating. Interment will follow in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Contributions may be directed to the Bradford County Humane Society, PO Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850 in memory of Kandice.    Towanda Daily Review – December 10, 2012

 

BUSH –MARY LOUISE TAYLOR, 92, widow of Orville William Taylor, of the Towanda Personal Care Home, died Sunday, Sept. 1, 2002, at Memorial Hospital of Towanda.  She was formerly a long-time resident of Wysox.  Born Feb. 19, 1910, in Standing Stone Township, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Emma Buttles Bush.  Mary Louise attended the Towanda Schools and graduated from Towanda High School.  She then studied at Mansfield University, receiving her bachelor of science degree in english and music education.  Later, she received her elementary degree from Northwestern University in Evaston, Ill.  She began her teaching career at the Harford  school system in Susquehanna County, teaching both in the elementary and high school.  She taught instrumental and vocal music while in Susquehanna County.  There she met and married Orville W. Taylor, who also taught at the Harford School.  Mrs. Taylor came to Wysox and taught math and social studies for 15 years at the Wysox Elementary School.  Mrs. Taylor taught fifth grade at the Wysox Elementary School and fourth grade at the J. Andrew Morrow School in Towanda.  For two summers (1974-1975), she worked as an American Exchange teacher in the Lincoln Middle School, Lincoln, England, representing Mansfield University, Mansfield, Pa.  Mrs. Taylor taught a total of 29 years in Pennsylvania school systems prior to her retirement.  Mary Louise was a longstanding faithful member of the Wysox Presbyterian Church, where she served as an elder and deacon and also served as secretary for the Wysox Prayer Circle for 20 years.  She served as church organist for the Wysox Presbyterian Church for 15 years and as church organist for the Trinity Presbyterian Church in Harrisburg, Pa., for five years.  She was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma International Alpha Zeta Chapter and Pennsylvania State Education Retirees Association and was a past member of the Towanda Garden Club and the Shakespeare Club.  Mary Louise possessed a lifelong interest in travel and had visited 22 counties; five continents, and all 50 U.S. states, including Hawaii twice.  She is survived by her son Larry O. Taylor of Wysox; several cousins, and by a very special friend, Martha Vincent of Wysox.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Orville.  A graveside service will be held at the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. Roger Griffith, pastor of the Wysox Presbyterian Church, officiating.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda.  There are no calling hours.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Wysox Presbyterian Church Building Fund, Wysox, Pa. in Mrs. Taylor’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

 

VINCENT BRIAN CABUCCI, (Winnie) 13 of 103 Second St., Towanda died Tuesday evening Feb. 9, 1988 at his home Born Aug. 8, 1974 in Sayre, he was a son of John J. and Dixie King Cabucci. Vinnie was a sixth grade student at the Towanda Middle School where he was well liked by his teachers and many friends. In May 1986, he was the recipient of The Good Citizenship Award presented by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for outstanding conduct. He excelled in science and enjoyed spending hours working with computers at school and at the Towanda Public Library. Vinnie had love for son many people of all ages. He loved animals, especially his Maltese "Buffy" and will be remembered for his kind and thoughtful personality. He was a member of SS. Peter and Paul Church and was a former member of the Towanda Cub Scout Pack #16, the Towanda Aqua Ducks and Towanda Little League. Surviving are his parents, John J. and Dixie King Cabucci; two brothers: Dana John and Marc Anthony Cabucci, all at home. his paternal grandmother, Mrs. Florence Cabucci of Sayre; numerous special aunts, uncles and cousins. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at SS. Peter and Paul Church, Towanda. Interment will be in Wysox Cemetery. The family will receive friends this evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda. The family request memorials may be directed to the Towanda Public Library for computer education, Towanda, PA in Vinnie's memory. -Towanda Daily Review

 

CAREY –EVELYN L. CAREY AINEY, 84, of RR3 Towanda, Pa., formerly of Pratt Avenue, Towanda, died Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2005, at Memorial Hospital, Towanda.  Born Oct 10, 1920, in South Montrose, Pa., she was a daughter of the late George and Mary Jones Carey.  Evelyn attended school in South Montrose and on July 12, 1941, she married Alba J. Ainey.  Mr. and Mrs. Ainey resided on Pratt Avenue in Towanda for many years.  Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Alba, on May 2, 1992.  Evelyn’s life encompassed her home and family.  Evelyn is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Walter and Eleanor Ainey of Towanda; a daughter and son-in-law, Leona and George Vanderpool of Towanda; nine grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren; a sister, Dorothy Davidson of Towanda; three sisters-in-law, Ruth Wilson of Hallstead, Pa., Ann Carey of Binghamton, N.Y., and Irene Carey of Springville, Pa.; a brother-in-law, John Bennett of Towanda; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to her husband and parents, Evelyn was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Bennett and by two brothers, Ray and Guy Carey.  The funeral and committal service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. with rev. Thomas Geiger, pastor of the Assembly of God Church, Towanda, officiating.  The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.  Interment will be at the convenience of the family in the Wysox Cemetery.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, Pa. in Evelyn L. Ainey’s memory.  –Towanda Daily Review.

CHAMBERLAIN - Charles Chamerlain, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Chamberlain, died at the family hime in Ulster, Saturday, March 4. He was born in Wysox on Jan 10, 1895.  He was of a noble christain character, mild in manner and loved and esteemed by all who knew him.  His death is a hard blow to his parents and many friends.  Reva Wagner.  Dailey Review March 11, 1911.

GALE B. CHAMBERLAIN, 88, of Milan RR 1 died at the Robert Packer Hospital Friday, Jan. 3, 2003.  He was born Oct. 3, 1914, in Towanda, the son of Robert and Margaret Brennan Chamberlain.  Gale held memberships in the Skiff Bower Post 1536 VFW, Sayre, and the fort Sullivan Post 246 American Legion, Athens.  He was an avid bowler and card player.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.  He was predeceased by his wife, Mildred, in 1994; his son, Jerry, in 1970; a grandson, Jerry; a brother Robert; and a sister, Agnes Tinkham.  Surviving are his children and their spouses R. Thomas and Margaret E. Chamberlain of Sayre, and David P. and Sandra K. Chamberlain of Athens; grandchildren, Donna Kelsey of Sayre, Thomas Chamberlain of Schenectady, N.Y., Stacey Chamberlain of Binghamton, N.Y., Danielle Monro of Athens and Eric Chamberlain of Indianapolis, Ind.; great-grandchildren Joshua and William Kelsey, and Bailey, Lillias and Egan Monro; and sisters, Vivian Wickham of California and Margaret Vanderpoel of Athens.  Friends may call at the Lowery Funeral Home on Monday from noon to 1:30 p.m.  Funeral and committal services will follow at 1:30 p.m. with the Rev. William Karle, pastor of the Church of the Epiphany, officiating.  Burial will be in the Wysox Cemetery.  Memorial donations may be directed to the charity of one’s own choice.  Towanda Daily Review.

GERALD J. CHAMBERLAIN JR., 26, of LeRaysville, died Sunday evening, Dec. 3, 1989 as the result of a motor vehicle accident on Route 187, Orwell Township.  Born May 9, 1963 in Waverly, N.Y., he was a son of Gerald Joseph and Linda Root Chamberlain Sr.  Gerald attended Sayre High School and at the time of his death was employed by Taylor Meat Packing Co. in Wyalusing.  He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing and riding his four wheeler.  He is survived by a son, Joseph Robert, his fiance, Brenda McCarthy, both of LeRaysville; his parents Linda and Robert Casselbury of LeRaysville; two sisters, Stacey Chamberlain of Fort Sam Houston, Texas and Michelle Casselbury of Wyalusing; a brother, Jason Casselbury of LeRaysville; paternal grandparents, Gale and Mildred Chamberlain of Athens RD 2 and Harold and Sarah Casselbury of Towanda RD 3; several aunts and uncles.  The funeral service will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. Steve Crabtree of LeRaysville officiating.  Interment will be in Wysox Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral home.  –Towanda Daily Review.

JOSEPH RAYMOND CHILSON - After a brief illness and surrounded by his loving, caring children, Joseph Raymond Chilson passed away peacefully at his home on Palm Sunday, March 25, 2018.

Joe was born on Nov. 30, 1921, in Towanda, the son of Raymond Dorman and Cecil Elizabeth Hainsworth Chilson. Joe attended Towanda area schools, but would be quick to tell anyone he got his education at the “School of Hard Knocks.” When he became old enough to get a job, Mr. Karl D. Shiner at Shiner’s Sand & Gravel hired him as a heavy truck driver. Mornings before climbing into his truck he would cut asparagus on the Shiner farm. On June 1, 1942 he was inducted into the U.S. Army Air Corps (later known as the United States Air Force), 597th Air Engineer Squadron 381st Air. Ser. and served his country during WWII with a portion of his military time being served overseas. He was trained and served as an airplane and engine mechanic. Upon completion of his tour of duty, he was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, the American Theatre Medal, the American-Pacific Theatre Service Award and a Victory Medal. While he was stationed at Ardmore Army Air Field, north of Gene Autry, Oklahoma, he met and married Joyce Rozzell, his wife of 65 years. Within a few months after his discharge from the military service on Jan. 20, 1946, Joe and Joyce and new baby Joe came back to Bradford County. Joe and Joyce purchased a home on Mercur Hill in June of 1949 and lived on that property for the rest of their lives. Joe was raised in a family with 10 children and he repeated that pattern. He and Joyce raised 10 children. Joe returned to his job at Shiner’s Sand & Gravel, then went to work for Towanda Borough and years later retired from Masonite which ironically was built on the same grounds where he once cut asparagus. Additionally, Joe served as caretaker at the Mercur Hill Cemetery and continued to do so through the summer of 2017.  Joe was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed traveling back and forth to Oklahoma over the years with his family. The family all have great memories of time spent with the Rozzell families. He loved to gather with family and friends around the kitchen table to play cards and dominoes, and was an Eagles and Giants fan. Any movie Joe Wayne was in Joe probably saw at least a dozen times. He is survived by his children, Anetta Soper, Jerry (Anna Chilson), Larry Chilson, Cathy Shoemaker (Chuck Cimperman), LaVeda Gunther, Valarie Donat, and Karen Chilson; as well as daughters-in-law, Nancy Chilson and Michele (Bob) Marean; 11 granddaughters and 12 grandsons; 18 great-granddaughters and 28 great-grandsons; two great-great-granddaughters; his sister, Amanda Hoyt; and sister-in-law, Sandra Rozzell. He was predeceased by his wife Joyce in 2009; children, Roger (2002), Joseph B (2009), Rose (2016); sons-in-law, Kenneth Gunther (2001), William Chris Shoemaker (2012) and Joseph Donat (2015), and Robert Soper (2017); brothers and sisters, Charlotte (Peg) Drislane (1971), Robert (1972), Donald (1981), Kenneth (1982), Margaret Zenewicz (1987), Isabelle Sites (1989), James (1999), Charles “Baldy” ( 2001) .

The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pennsylvania. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 30, 2018, at the funeral home, with Pastor Dennis Fox officiating. Burial will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pennsylvania, with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to the Valley Youth Hunter Education Challenge, Inc., P.O. Box 156, Rome, PA in Joe’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review 3/27/2018

CHILSON - Daily Review 12 -19- 1923
Mrs. Mahlon Johnson succumbs to burns, (she was born Maude Flossie Chilson September 03, 1899 - December 18, 1923)
Mrs.Mahlon Johnson of Mercur who was burned at her home on the Gorsline farm on Sunday when her clothes caught on fire from a red hot stove, died at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre yesterday morning at 4:30 o'clock.
Funeral services will be held at her late home in Mercur on Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Burial will be in the Wysox Cemetery. Submitted by Carol Brotzman

Roger D. CHILSON, 45, Wysox
02/24/2002 Towanda Daily Review
Roger D. Chilson, 45, of Wysox RR 2, Wysox Township, died Friday, Feb. 22, 2002, as the result of a motor vehicle accident in Tuscarora Township, Bradford County. Born Oct. 18, 1956, in Wysox, he was a son of Joseph and Joyce Rozzell Chilson. Roger was a graduate of Towanda High School Class of 1975. On July 12, 1975, he married the former Michele Grimes at SS. Peter and Paul Church, in Towanda. Roger was employed by Masonite Corp. in Wysox for 23 years, from 1975 to 1998. From 1998 to the present, Roger was employed by Procter and Gamble in Mehoopany, Pa. Roger possessed great love for his family and friends. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a Rusty Wallace NASCAR fan. He was a member of the Wick/Chil Hunting Camp on Mercur Hill. Surviving are his wife of 26 years, Michele Grimes Chilson, at home; his parents, Joseph and Joyce Chilson of Wysox; his children and their spouses, Tonya and Leon Manning of Towanda, Stacy and "Scooby" Wickwire of Wysox, Roger "Bud" and Amber Chilson II of Towanda, and Dustin Chilson, at home; six grandchildren, Laciann, Dakoatah and Dawsan Manning, and Koryn, Dayton and Mykenna Wickwire; brothers and sisters-in-law, Joseph B. and Nancy Chilson of Wysox, Jerry and Anna Chilson of Rome, and Larry Chilson of Wysox; sisters and brothers-in-law, Anetta and Robert Soper of Wysox, Rose and Phillip Rohe of Bend Circle, Texas, Cathy Shoemaker of Wysox, LaVeda Gunther of Wysox, Valarie and Joseph Donat of Linden, Pa., and Karen Chilson of Greer, S.C.; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins; and many special friends. The funeral service ill be held Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2002, at 2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Allen Hulslander, pastor of the First United Methodist Church, Towanda, officiating. Interment will follow in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. The family suggests that memorial contributions be directed to the Dustin Chilson Continuing Education Fund in care of Michele Chilson, RR 2, Box 99 D, Wysox, Pa. 18854, in Roger D. Chilson's memory.

CHILSON –ROSE MARIE ROHE, 68, of Wysox, Pa., entered into eternal peace on Tuesday, May 31, 2016 after a valiant fight with cancer. Rose was born Jan. 9, 1948, in Towanda, Pa., the daughter of Joseph and Joyce Rozzell Chilson. Rose graduated from Towanda High School with the class of 1966 before attending the FBI Business School in Washington, D.C. As a young woman, Rose worked at GTE Sylvania in Towanda while raising her two children. She lived briefly in Montoursville, Pa. and Orlando, Fla., before moving to Austin, Texas, where she remained for the next 30 years. There she was employed by TML-IRP for 19 years until her retirement. In November of 2015, Rose moved to Wysox to be near her family. Rose enjoyed playing games with family and friends, traveling, cooking, baking, and reading. Surviving are her son, Mark A. Rohe, USN retired, of San Diego, Calif.; daughter, Melanie S. Rohe and husband, Anthony B. Protano of Pelham, N.H.; granddaughter, Hailee N. Bonilla of Austin, Texas; her father, Joseph R. Chilson of Wysox; brothers, Jerry Chilson (Anna Baldwin) of Rome, Larry Chilson of Wysox; sisters, Anetta (Robert) Soper of Wysox, Cathy Shoemaker (Chuck Cimperman) of Wysox, LaVeda Gunther of Towanda, Valarie Donat of Linden, Pa., Karen Chilson of Duncan, S.C.; sisters-in-law, Michele Marean of Wysox, Nancy Chilson of Wysox; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother, Joyce Chilson in 2009; brothers, Joseph (2009) and Roger Chilson, (2002); brothers-in-law, Kenneth Gunther (2001), and Joseph Donat (2015). Relatives and friends may pay their respects from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 5, at Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda, Pa. Those wishing to make flower tributes are encouraged to do so prior to noon the day of. There will be a time of remembrance immediately following; the family asks that participants bring photos and/or hand-written stories for a family scrapbook. Interment will be at the convenience of the family in the Wysox Cemetery. We will miss her dearly. Our hearts are saddened but we know that she is now in a better place. –Towanda Daily Review 6/2/2016

BUDD M. CLARK - 2 Corinthians 5:1 "For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." Budd M. Clark, 97, a well-known Wysox area businessman and community leader, died peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2014 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Budd was born on Oct. 21, 1916 in Mansfield, Pa., the son of Budd A. Clark and Ella Louise Bates Clark. An Eagle Scout, Budd graduated from Mansfield High School and continued his education at Mansfield State College obtaining a degree in education. He would later receive a degree in agriculture from Penn State University. In his early years, Budd worked on the docks in Philadelphia as a fruit inspector, and later taught for the Allentown Area School District. He also was the general manager of several GLF locations throughout New York State. Relocating from Mansfield to Wysox in 1946, Budd became the general manager of West Motors, owned by his brother-in-law Stuart West. On June 12, 1950, Budd married the former Almeda Brown in Franklindale. This past June, Budd and Almeda celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary. In 1956, Budd founded Clark Furniture and Carpetland a successful business he actively operated for over 50 years. Budd was a very active member of the community, serving as President of the Towanda Area School Board for many years, the Central Bradford County Chamber of Commerce, which recently presented Budd with the "Old Faithful" lifetime achievement award, the Blue Lodge of the Masonic Temple; obtaining the 32nd degree, Oddfellows, Shriners, and the Rotary Club. Budd also held the position of Bradford County Republican Committeeman for over 40 years. Budd was also a devoted, long time member of the First United Methodist Church of Towanda. An avid sports enthusiast, Budd was often seen jogging across Veteran's Memorial Bridge well into his eighties. Budd enjoyed traveling, history, and studying Latin. Budd was a beloved husband, father and grandfather, and will be deeply missed. Surviving in addition to his wife Almeda Brown Clark of Wysox, are his sons, Budd W. Clark of Wysox, Tim Clark and his wife Elyse of Towanda; daughters, Rebecca Clark of Franklindale and Sarah Clark Burlingame and her husband Ron of Towanda; his grandchildren, David and Adam, Heather, Kevin, Erica, Jordan and Nolan, Ronnie, Blake, Trey, and Lincoln; his great-grandchildren, Casey, Seth Alex, and Rylan, Owen and Landon, Breanna and Addison; and his great-great grandson, Weston. In addition to his parents, Budd was predeceased by his sister and brother-in-law, Sara Clark West and Stuart West of Mansfield; his granddaughter, Brittany Anne Burlingame; and great-granddaughter, Brynn Mae Burlingame. A celebration of Budd's life will be held beginning at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 20, 2014 at the First United Methodist Church of Towanda. The family will receive friends beginning at 1 p.m. at the church until the time of the service. Interment will be private in the Wysox Cemetery. Contributions may be directed to the First United Methodist Church, 105 Main St., Towanda, Pa., the Towanda Public Library, 104 Main St., Towanda, Pa., or to the Towanda Rotary Club Budd M. Clark Scholarship Fund, in care of Lori Blascak, treasurer, Citizens & Northern Bank, 428 Main St., Towanda, PA in Budd's memory. Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. –Towanda Daily Review 7/15/2014

JAMES A. ‘JIM’ COBB, 68, of 26 Locust Ave., Towanda, Pennsylvania, passed away Friday morning, March 23, 2018, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pennsylvania. Jim was born on Feb. 22, 1950, in Sayre, Pennsylvania, the son of Clifford E. Cobb and Evelyn V. Chamberlain Cobb. He was a graduate of Towanda Area High School with the class of 1969. Jim was an honored member of the Towanda High School wrestling team and was a three-time North Section finalist, winning sectional championships in both his junior and senior years at 154 pounds. He was a member of the Northeast Section and Towanda Wrestling Hall of Fame following an outstanding mat career, and was District IV and Northeast Regional runner-up during his wrestling days as a Black Knight. Jim was employed by Masonite International Paper in Wysox, Pennsylvania for 34 years until retiring in 2001. Jim was a devoted “Towanda fan” and was an active supporter of Towanda High School athletics. In earlier years, Jim coached youth wrestling and Little League softball in Towanda. He loved spending time with his family, being of assistance to others, the outdoors, walking, hunting, fishing, lawn and garden work, and snow removal. Jim is survived by his wife of nearly 40 years, Donna M. Johnston Cobb, whom he married on April 15, 1978; son, Josh Cobb of Towanda; daughter and son-in-law, Jenifer and Richard Heeman of Troy; grandson, Corbyn Heeman of Troy; brothers, Harold Cobb of Sugar Run, Garry Cobb and wife DeLores of Wyalusing, Dale Cobb and wife Judy of Baltimore, Maryland; sisters-in-law, Mary Cobb of Herrickville and Sheryl Cobb of Canton; brother-in-law, David Yarnes Sr. of Norwich, New York; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by: brothers, Kenny, Raymond, Floyd and Francis Cobb; sister, Bonnie Yarnes; and special friend, Mike Reeves. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pennsylvania. Interment will be at the convenience of the family in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pennsylvania. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to Valley YHEC, P.O. Box 157, Rome, PA in memory of James A. Cobb. –Towanda Daily Review 3/25/2018

COLEGROVE –MARJORIE MARIE COLEGROVE WARFLE, 91, of Wysox, Pa., passed away peacefully at home, Thursday morning, April 20, 2017. Marjorie was born in Orwell Township, Pa., on April 18, 1926, the daughter of Harry and Gertrude Walker Colegrove. She was employed as a housekeeper for area families for many years. Marjorie attended the Union Corners United Methodist Church. She enjoyed traveling, camping, quilting and "puttering" around her home. Surviving are her children, Barbara Reeves of North Towanda, Shirley Beauman and husband David of Wysox, Judy Burke and husband Bill of Towanda, H. Richard Warfle and wife Margaret of Wysox; 16 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a special cousin, Dick Walker. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Harold Warfle on July 1, 1997; daughter, Betty Marie Pelton on Sept. 22, 2016; grandson, Dale Beauman on June 25, 1997; great-granddaughter, Lynzy Acla; sister, Esther Gleason; and brother, Alvin Colegrove. The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Wysox Cemetery. –Towanda Daily Review 4/22/2017

DAVID E. COOK, 67, of Wysox, Pa., passed away Friday, Oct. 21, 2016 at the Skilled Nursing Unit of Guthrie Towanda Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa., after a long and courageous battle with multiple myeloma cancer. David was born in Towanda, Pa., on Nov. 4, 1948 the son of Ralph Marshall Cook and Elizabeth VanNess Cook. He was a graduate of Towanda High School class of 1966 and, following high school, worked as a bricklayer's apprentice. David was a veteran of the Vietnam War having served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam and was the recipient of the Purple Heart medal. Upon completion of his military service, David returned home to continue his trade as a bricklayer and later served as a rural mail carrier until May of 1986 when he joined his father in the operation of their sand and gravel business which he continued until his retirement in January of 2007. David enjoyed dirt track sprint car racing, traveling, and hunting. He was highly skilled in many aspects of building and metal work and was a fine welder, mechanic and all around craftsman with an eye for detail. He was very active with the 199th Light Infantry Brigade, attending reunions and keeping in touch with fellow veterans regularly. In recent years, he made friendships with other vets, specifically his "Group" buddies. As a committed church member, he positively affected people's lives in his roles as Sunday school teacher and church treasurer. David was a life member of Beirne-Webster VFW Post 1568, Towanda, and Crash Memorial Chapter Disabled American Veterans Post, Towanda. Surviving are his children, Sean E. Cook and wife Tara of Orwigsburg, Pa., Tammy J. Nevin and husband Rod of Reading, Pa.; grandchildren, Ethan and Sarah Nevin; his mother, Elizabeth "Betty" Cook, who is a resident of the Bradford County Manor in Troy, Pa.; sister, Joyce Mix of Cogan Station, Pa.; mother-in-law, Nannette Light of Wysox; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Joyce and Robert Warburton of Jupiter, Fla.; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife of 39 years, Linda L. Cook on March 25, 2011; father, Ralph Marshall Cook on Oct. 1, 1992; father-in-law, Howard Light on Feb. 8, 1998; and mother-in-law, June Howland Light on Nov. 9, 1954. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 28 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 at the funeral home with Pastor Bill Klees of the Community Alliance Church, Monroeton, officiating. Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa., with Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 according full military honors. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society, Bradford Unit, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, PA in David E. Cook's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 10/25/2016

COOK –NANCY COOK IRVINE, 75, formerly of Wysox Twp., Pa. passed away surrounded by her loving family Wednesday evening, Aug. 13, 2014, at the Bradford County Manor in West Burlington Twp., Pa. Nancy was born Aug. 29, 1938 in Towanda, Pa., the daughter of Robert and Cidney McCabe Cook. She was a graduate of Towanda High School class of 1956 and in early years was employed by Pipher's Diner in Wysox. On June 1, 1957 she married Ronald Guy Irvine at the Wysox Presbyterian Church. Nancy was a member of the Wysox Presbyterian Church where she served as a deacon, taught Sunday school and was a member of the Wysox Prayer Circle. Nancy loved spending time with her family, baking, flower gardening and ceramics with her grandchildren. She will be remembered by many for her beautiful smile. Surviving are her children, Gerald R. "Jerry" Irvine and wife Tina of Towanda, Ronald C. Irvine and wife Michelle of Towanda, James L. Irvine and wife Kristin of Middletown, Del., Deborah J. White and husband Raymond of Towanda, Cindy L. Sheets and husband Jass of North Towanda; grandchildren, Amanda and Davie Evans, Tony Irvine and wife Emily, Damien Irvine and wife Holly, Aaron and Andrea Irvine, Bronwyn Morris, Steven and Tim Irvine, Alicia Irvine Pariseau and husband Josh, Devin, Victoria, Stephanie and Olivia White, Chris Maynard and Becca Lamphere, Jim, Jeremy and Justin Sheets; great-grandchildren, Brooklyn Evans, Jordan Radney, Brayden Irvine, Brennan Irvine, Gage Evans, Caiden Irvine, Mason Hartmann, Aubrey Pariseau, Kenley Maynard and Ryker Maynard; sister and brother-in-law, Bonnie and Robert Lee Chilson of Liberty Corners; brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Jennie Cook of Rome, Richard and Mary Cook of Towanda; sister-in-law, Marilyn Waluk of Wyalusing; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Robert and Marion Irvine of Towanda; brother-in-law, Donald Irvine of Towanda; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Ronald Guy Irvine on Jan. 25, 2010; an infant brother, Jimmy Cook; sister-in-law, Odessa Irvine; and brother-in-law, Tom Waluk. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 18, 2014, at the Wysox Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Jira Albers, officiating. Interment will follow in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa. The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, at the church. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Wysox Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 339, Wysox, PA or to the Alzheimer’s Association, 57 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, PA in Nancy Cook Irvine's memory. Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. –Towanda Daily Review 8/15/2014

COOK –WINONA C. BENJAMIN, 70, of 121 Susquehanna St., Towanda, Pa., passed away Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa. Winona was born on Aug. 31, 1945 in Towanda, the only child of Ralph K. Cook and Naomi Benjamin Cook. She was a graduate of Towanda High School and was employed for many years as a nursing assistant at the Bradford County Manor and for Guthrie Home Health until her retirement. Winona enjoyed volunteering at the Bradford County Manor, Wysox Fire Hall and the Asylum VFW Post. Most of all she loved caring for her children and grandchildren. Surviving are her children, Carol Sue McNeal and husband Victor of Troy, Gale Fluck and husband Ed of Franklindale, Holly Rowe and husband Jay of Apex, N.C., Jason Benjamin of Towanda; grandchildren, Victoria, Josie and Joslyn; great-grandchildren, Savannah, Natasha, Serena and Jared; sisters-in-law, Marge Benjamin, Loretta (Ed) Kukaites; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins and special friend, Sheila Johnson. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Edgar "Butch" Benjamin and LaVerne Vincent; her son, James "Jimmy" Benjamin; mother, Naomi B. Cook; and father, Ralph K. Cook.The funeral service will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with Rev. Robert Martin officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be private in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA in Winona's memory. –Towanda Daily Review 10/16/2015

COOLBAUGH –HAZEL COOLBAUGH GOSS, 63, widow of Thomas A. Goss Sr. of 933 S. Main St., Towanda died Saturday evening, Nov. 17, 2001 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda.  She was born Aug. 10, 1938 in Little Meadows a daughter of the late Guy R. and Lorena Wheeler Coolbaugh.  Haxel attend the Towanda schools.  Her main interest in life surrounded her home and family.  Hazel enjoyed hunting and fishing with her husband, Tom, cooking, making crafts and caring for her plants.  She was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Towanda.  She is survived by her children, Rhonda J. Harris of Wysox, Tammy Ann (Kenneth) Ulrich of Conowingo, Md., Thomas A. Jr. (Chris) Goss of Wysox; eight grandchildren, Alan E. Warburton of Troy, Thomas A. Goss III of Wysox and Eric T. DeAugusta, Ethan M., Caleb C. and Noah J. Ulrich, all of Conowingo, Md.; brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert and Mary Coolbaugh of Milan, Phillip and Nancy Coolbaugh of Waverly, N.Y. and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas A. Goss Sr. Aug. 26, 1993; sister, Irene B. Haight, July 11, 2001 and brother, Rodney Coolbaugh.  The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. Thomas Geiger, pastor of the Assembly of God Church, Towanda officiating.  Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery.  The family will receive friends Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.  –Towanda Daily Review

COOLBAUGH
Thomas J. Coolbaugh, 78, of North Towanda, died Saturday morning, Nov. 17, 1873, at the Towanda Memorial Hospital following a lingering illness. Born Nov. 22, 1894 in Wysox Township, the son of the late Fred and Mary Cook Coolbaugh, he had spent his early years there and attended Wysox schools.
Upon completion of his schooling he entered the employ of the Lehigh Valley Railroad, where he was employed for many years. He and his wife, the former Ruth Moore, were married March 18, 1914 at her parents home in Towanda. They celebrated their 59^th anniversary this year. Being interested in farming, Mr. Coolbaugh purchased th Wonderview Farm in North Towanda where he raised purebred Jersey cows until his retirement in 1960.
 Mr. Coolbaugh was a member of the North Towanda United Methodist Church and had also served as Justice of the Peace in North Towanda for 24 years. Surviving besides his wife, Ruth, are two sons, Fred J. of Lansing, Mich. And James of Lewistown; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Archer-McCloskey Funeral Home in Towanda today from 2 to 4 and tonight from 7 to 9 p.m. Rev. Harry P. Farr, pastor of the Presbyterian Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Wysox Cemetery.

CORBIN - Helen A. Kinne, age 86, of Wyalusing, died on Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2007, at Memorial Hospital in Towanda, Pa. She was born on Feb. 25, 1921, in Rochester, N.Y., a daughter of the late Leslie E. and Matilda (Wiltshire) Corbin. Mrs. Kinne was preceded in death by her husband the late Howard Kinne. Helen enjoyed her time spent cooking. She was an exceptional candy and pie maker, and it gave her great pleasure to share her baked confections with family and friends. She will be thoughtfully remembered for her kindheartedness, and for making a difference in the lives of so many people. She leaves surviving her sons: Walter Parks, of Louisville, Ky., Raymond "Skip" Parks, of Wysox, Pa., Richard Parks, of Wyalusing, Pa.; a daughter, who resides in Towanda, Pa.; and by nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren. In special recognition she is also survived by her special and dear friend, Frenchie. Graveside funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 10, 2007, in the Wysox Cemetery, with the Rev. Barry Ballard, pastor of the Wyalusing  Presbyterian Church, officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to the McHenry Funeral Home, 106 Church St., Wyalusing, Pa.  Published in the Daily Review on 8/9/2007.

 

CRANDALL Virginia Crandall Post

73, of 981 Barner Road, Towanda, Pa., Shores Hill, died Friday evening, June 28, 2013, at the Skilled Nursing Unit of Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa.  Virginia was born April 16, 1940, in Waverly, N.Y., the daughter of Albert Marshall Crandall and Julia Jennings Crandall. Following graduation from Towanda High School in 1958 Virginia attended Mansfield University where she received her bachelor's degree in Education upon graduation in 1962. She was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Sorority. In that same year, Virginia began her teaching career at the Rome Elementary School and continued teaching third grade at the Northeast Bradford Elementary School for a total of 23 ½ years until her retirement in January of 1986. On June 21, 1980, Virginia married Frederick E. Post at the Union Corners United Methodist Church where she was a former active member, taught Sunday school, played piano and was a member of the United Methodist Women for many years. Virginia and Fred enjoyed traveling throughout the United States, attending and working craft shows and attending the East Smithfield Federated Church. Virginia loved spending time and caring for her nieces, nephew, great nieces and great nephews, who enjoyed sharing many memorable times of spelling bees, learning and scrap booking. She will be deeply missed by all.  Surviving are her husband of 33 years, Fred; sisters and brothers-in-law, Elizabeth and Fred Wheaton of Warren Center, Pa., Barbara and Thomas Judge of Black, Julia and Paul Moriarty of Williams Township, Pa.; nieces, Shelley Rogers and fiancé Jason Fuchs of Black, Renee Herb and husband Richard of Warren Center, Kimberly Wheaton of Johnson City, N.Y.; nephew, Brent Lindsey and fiancé Dawn Coy of Towanda; great nieces and great nephews, Lindsey, Codey, Madison, Riley, Ryder, McKenna, William, Toni, Tanner, Micah and Alexis; her sister-in-law, Alberta Westbrook of Shores Hill; as well as numerous additional nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her mother, Julia Jennings Crandall on Nov. 12, 1992, and father, Albert Marshall Crandall on Feb. 11, 1994. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, 2013, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa., with Pastor Stan Gill of the East Smithfield Federated Church officiating. The family will receive friends from noon to 2 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa. Contributions may be directed to the East Smithfield Federated Church, P.O. Box 7, East Smithfield, PA 18817, in Virginia's memory.  Towanda Daily Review – June 30, 2013

 

CRAWFORD –HELEN C. FERGUSON, 78, well known resident of Macedonia, PA, died March 16, 2006 at home.  Born April 4, 1927 in Peurlack, PA, she was a graduate of Juniata Joint High School and Juniata College, where she received her degree in home economics.  On July 19, 1947 she married Harry L. Ferguson in Pittsburgh.  She began her teaching career in a one room school house in Alexanderson and Saltillo, PA, where she served for two years.  She subsequently taught home economics at the Port Royal High School for five years and the Juniata Joint High School for two years before moving to Wysox, PA in 1959, where her husband, the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson accepted the position as pastor of the Wysox and Rome Presbyterian Churches.  Mrs. Ferguson later taught home economics part time in the Towanda High School and transferred to Towanda Middle School where she taught full time.  She developed and established the food preparation program for the Bradford Co. Vo-Tech School in North Towanda and also taught there for several years until her retirement after 30 years as an educator.  Mrs. Ferguson was a devoted member of the Wysox Presbyterian Church, the Wysox Prayer Circle and Sewing Society and the Presbyterian Women’s Association and was a member of Towanda Chapter No. 76 Order of the Eastern Star.  She was a Lady Noble of the Zembo Shrine and was a member of the Pennsylvania State Education Association.  Surviving are her daughters and sons-in-law, Beth Aura Miller and David Miller, Woodbridge, CT and Pamela Lenore Herlt and Richard Herlt, Macedonia; grandchildren, Sean Patrick Mooney, Geoffrey Ferguson Mooney, Aaron Richard Lockhart Herlt, Lindsay Aura Miller and Leah Bradleigh Miller.  The funeral service was held March 21 at the Wysox Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Roger Griffith officiating.  Interment followed in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, PA.  The Towanda Chapter No. 76 Order of Eastern Star held a memorial service3 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda.  The family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the Wysox Presbyterian Church in care of Margaret Gordon, RR #2, Box 260, Wysox, PA or to the Lions Club Camp Victory in care of Jeff Aeppli, Citizens and Northern Bank, Wysox, PA in Mrs. Ferguson’s memory.  –Canton Independent Sentinel

 

CRAYTON –SYLVIA ALBERTA CRAYTON MACDONALD, 96, of 917 S. Main St., Towanda, Pa., passed away Sunday morning, Aug. 17, 2014 at home. Sylvia was born Aug. 9, 1918 in Towanda Township, Pa., a daughter of Roy J. Crayton and Bertha McNeal Crayton. She was a graduate of Towanda High School class of 1936 and in early years was employed by the Berlinger Silk Mill in Towanda. Sylvia was employed by the Evans & Chaffee store in Towanda for over 20 years until her retirement. She enjoyed spending time with her family, sewing and knitting. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law Jeanne and Paul Streby of Towanda; granddaughters Paula Lamphere (Joe Allen) of Wysox, Jenny Sessoms and husband John of Ocala, Fla., Nicole Pike (Bryan Kinner) of Ulster; great-grandchildren Trevor and Lindsey Lamphere, Damon Houser, Jude Sessoms, Dashel Pike, Areyona Mahoney, Jack Sessoms; sister Genevieve Ennis of Towanda and several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leon E. "Bud" MacDonald, on July 8, 1987; son David Carl MacDonald on April 5, 1995; infant great-grandson David Scott Lamphere on April 15, 1987; sister and brother-in-law Anna and Raymond Champion; brother and sister-in-law David and Jenny Crayton; and brother-in-law, Howard Ennis. A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Interment will be in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, Pa. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA in Sylvia's memory. The Maryott-Bowen-Funeral Home of Towanda, Pa., is assisting Sylvia's Family with arrangements. –Towanda Daily Review 8/18/2014

 

JOHN ARTHUR CUMMINGS, (Jack) 78, of Towanda, passed away Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020 at his home following declining health. “Jack” was born in Lock Haven, on Jan. 24, 1942 the son of Ralph and Frances Smith Cummings. He was a graduate of Lock Haven High School in 1959 and Lock Haven University where he was one of the first to graduate in Liberal Arts. Jack did graduate work at Penn State University in rehabilitative counseling. He was employed at the Lock Haven Paper Mill, and as the first assistant director of the Tri-County Community Action Program representing Clinton County. Jack was partially responsible for implementing the first Head Start Program in Renovo. He was also employed as a juvenile probation officer and as a case worker for Bradford County Board of Assistance until his retirement. He is survived by his sons, Justin Cummings of Elmira, New York, Chad Cummings (Michelle Paribello) of Elmira, NY, granddaughters, Kaylee Savino (Andrew) of Elmira, New York, Kristine Cummings of Elmira, NY, great grandchildren, Mason and Madelyn Savino. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Jeanette A. Yurkiewicz Cummings whom he married in 1965. Abiding with John’s request, there will be no calling hours or funeral service. Interment will be private in the Wysox Cemetery, Wysox, PA. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to a charity or organization of one’s choice in John A. Cummings memory. The Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home of Towanda is assisting the Cummings Family with arrangements. -Towanda Daily Review 12/24/2020