GARRISON Lois G. Lauper

August 10, 1923 - March 4, 2013There will be a memorial gathering to celebrate the life of Lois G. Lauper, formerly of Elmira, NY, who passed on March 4, 2013 in Greenville, SC. The gathering will be held Thursday, July 25, 12:30 p.m., at the Alder Run Road Cemetery in Millerton, PA. We invite all of Lois' family and friends to come by at this time to share memories and help us celebrate her life. She was the daughter of Manley and Leda Garrison, and is survived by her children, Bonnie Thorpe of Greenville, SC and Jeff Lauper of Fort Myers, FL as well as her grand-daughter and husband, Marisa and Brady Rees of Fort Myers, FL and two great-grandchildren, Connor and Lillian Rees.  Star Gazette – July 24, 2013

 

GRAHAM JOSEPH
Wellsboro Agitator – August 16, 1911
Millerton, Aug. 14 – Joseph Graham, whose illness has been noted, died Saturday, at 4 p.m., after an illness of three weeks.  The funeral will be held from the house Tuesday, Rev. C. M. Fanning officiating; burial at Alder Run.  Deceased, who was nearly 50 years of age, is survived by his widow, his mother and one brother, W. H. Graham, of Friends, and two sisters, Mrs. Sarah Becktol, of Birmingham, and Mrs. John Henry, of Ithaca, N.Y.

GREEN - Mrs. Lula M. Orlowske, 72, of Millerton, RD1 died Sunday Nov. 25, 1962. she was a member of the West Jackson Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, William H. Orlowske; daughters, Mrs. Walter Dunkle of Costa Mesa, Calif., Mrs. Doris Ripley of Millerton; sons, William H. Comfort of Elmira, Glenn Andrus of Pine City, Donald Longstreet of Brooklyn; sister, Mrs. Rachel Hoyles of Elmira; brother, Stanley Green of New York City; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral was held at the family home on Wednesday at 2 p.m. The Rev. Vernon VanNess officiated. Burial was in Alder Run Cemetery. - Mansfield Advertiser, December 5, 1962

GRIFFIN CORNELIUS
Wellsboro Agitator Nov. 20, 1888
Jackson Twp - Mr. C. Griffin died at his residence in this township last Friday morning after a long illness.  The funeral was held on Sunday at the West Jackson church.

GRIFFIN Henry P
Wellsboro Agitator - April 28, 1926
Millerton, April 26 - Henry Griffin of Jackson Summit died suddenly at his home Saturday morning April 24 of heart disease.  He is survived by his widow and one daughter, Edna L., at home; a sister, Mrs. Lena Kelsey, of Jamestown and a brother, George Griffin, of Rutland.  Rev. L. A. Guiles will officiate at the funeral which will be held Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock from his home and burial will be in the Alder Run cemetery.

GRIFFIN - MRS. MYRA M. BENSON (SRGP 11583)
MILLERTON--Mrs. Myra M. Benson, 76, of this community, died Friday, July 31, 1992, in Arnot Ogden Memorial Hospital, Elmira, NY. Her husband of 47 years, Otis J. Benson, died June 10, 1977. She retired after 19 years of employment with the Elmira Stamping Co. Benson was a member of Austinville Rebekah Lodge. Born here Aug. 22, 1915, she was a daughter of Walter R. and Eiza White Griffin. Surviving are four sons, Donald, of Mansfield, Shirley, of Millerton, Dean, of Covington, and Earnest, of this community; two daughters, Mrs. Marie Smith and Mrs. Barbara J. Bailey, both of this community; six sisters, Mrs. Myrtle Cook, of Mainesburg, Mrs. Blanche Horton, of this community, Mrs. Susan Benson, of Horesheads, NY, Mrs. Dora Landon, of Grover, Mrs. Louise Marsh and Mrs. Delores Wheeler, both of Elmira; a brother, Robert Griffin, of Tioga, 28 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 2 pm Monday at Scureman's, 130 South Main Street, Mansfield, with the Rev. Douglas Hodge, pastor Jackson Summit Baptist Church, officiating.  Burial will be in Alder Run Cemetery, Jackson Township. Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 8 pm Sunday and 1 to 2 pm Monday.

GRIFFIN Orlando S
D124 Mansfield Advertiser Jun 24, 1885 - died Millerton Wed. last, heart disease, age about 30, unmarried, brother of Mrs. K. Campbell of Lawrenceville.

 

GROVE Marian Draper 

86, came to the end of her earthly pilgrimage, and passed into the presence of her Lord, on Friday, December 14, 2012 at the home of her daughter in Strasburg, PA. Born October 13, 1926, she was the wife of 56 years to the late Bernard Draper. She was predeceased by an infant daughter, Ruth, and is survived by five children: Bill Draper and wife Bonnie; Larry Draper and wife Brenda; Linda Stockin and husband Gary; Dianne Berry and husband David; Stephen Draper and wife Shelly. She was predeceased by grandson Michael Stockin and survived by 13 grandchildren, and 23 great-grandchildren. Marian spent her life "giving" of herself to others. Her serious and deep faith in God motivated her prayers for loved ones, her kind deeds to the hurting, and her hard work for whatever God's providence presented to her. She was well-known and loved for her radiant smile and gentle spirit, for her creative and homemade cards and goodies, and for her beautiful and delectable feasts. Her silly humor, teasing, and spunk endeared her to those who knew her well. In her later years as the illness of dementia came upon her, she was a beautiful and quiet spirit of resigning to the will of God. Friends may call on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012 from 10 to 11 AM at the Millerton Weslyan Church. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 AM. Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., Wellsboro, PA.   Star Gazette – December 16, 2012       

HAMILTON Tony D.
Former Owner of American Lifetime Muffler - Age 75, of Millerton, PA, died on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Soldiers and Sailors Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. He is survived by his wife, Rose L. Hamilton; sons, Steven, David and Mark Hamilton; daughter, Christine Hamilton; also many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, nieces and nephews. Tony was the former owner and operator of American Lifetime Muffler Shop. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Southport/Elmira, NY, on Friday, October 31, 2008, from 1:00 to 3:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with Funeral and Committal Service there Saturday at 2:00 p.m. Interment will be in Alder Run Cemetery, Jackson Township, PA, at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make donations to Tony's family to help defer expenses, C/O Rose Hamilton, 5451 Main St., Millerton, PA 16936.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/30/2008

HARKNESS Gladys M HUDSON
Gladys M. Age 92, of 1274 Pennsylvania Ave, Pine City, NY, died Thursday, April 28, 2005. She was predeceased by W. Harold Hudson, her loving husband of 56 years. Surviving Gladys are her son and daughter-in-law, Garey and Deborah Hudson of Annandale, NJ; daughter, Gayle
and son-in-law, Doug Millis of Scipio Center, NY; grandchildren, Kimberly, Stephanie, Christine, Catherine, and Rebecca; great-grandchildren, Kirsten and Tyler, Meagan and Lindsey, Joshua, Hailey, and Joel, Kaitlyn, Kevin, and Kirk; and sister-in-law, Elsie Welch of Rochester. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Saturday, April 30, 2005, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., with Funeral and Committal Service there Saturday at 11:00 a.m. The Reverend Cathy Stevenson willl officiate. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. Gladys was a member and deacon of the Westminster Presbyterian Church, past member of the Elmira Historical Society, and Travel Club. She also was a volunteer for the American Heart Association, The American Cancer Society, as well as a variety of other health related organizations. Gladys also volunteered her time to the Pine City Volunteer Fire Department, and became a den mother for her son's Cub Scout Troop, Pack 7 on October 31, 1956. Born in Gillett, PA, Gladys attended High School in Troy, PA, where she played trumpet in an all-girl band. After graduating from Arnot Ogden School of Nursing in 1934, she worked there as a night supervisor before taking a position as an industrial nurse at the Bendix Corp. where she worked until her retirement January 1, 1976. Gladys was a wonderful nurse, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, and will be greatly missed by all. Memorials may be made to the Westminister Presbyterian Church, 1009 Maple Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904, or the Southern Tier Hospice & Pallative Care, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830.

RICHARD F. ‘DICK’ HACKETT age 76, passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2014 at his home. Dick was born May 31, 1938 a son of Pearl (Ripley) and Ernest Hackett. He is predeceased by brothers, Vinnie Appleby, Ernie J. Hackett, sister, Ruth Brooks, grandsons, Nicholes Kozemko, Nathanal Waters and stepson, Ted Farmer. Dick is survived by the mother of his children Ellen Hackett of Pine City; daughters, Tina Hackett and Elizabeth "Buffy" Christman, both of NC; grandchildren, Krystal Kozemko, siblings, Robert Appleby, Harold Appleby and Joyce Messino; Marissa Wilson and Karli Wilson; step-children, Richard Farmer of Elmira, Denis (Nora) Farmer of Syracuse, Babie Reece of LA, Raymond Farmer of Kansas City MI, Terry Farmer of Elmira; along with many other grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Dick was a U S Air Force veteran. He worked for many years at Trayer Products. Dick enjoyed fishing, painting, woodworking and listening to country music. His funeral service will be held Monday, January 5, 2015 at 1:00 p.m., McInerny Funeral Home, 502 W. Water Street, Elmira. Military Honors will be accorded at the conclusion of the service. Interment will follow at Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton PA. –Elmira Star-Gazette 1/1/2015

 

HENDRIX –NAOMI RUTH (HENDRIX) BARBER age 74 of Pine Grove, PA went home to be with her Lord, Wednesday, May 26, 1999.  The daughter of the late Benjamin and Lois Hendrix, she is survived by daughters, Naoma Jean (George) Bird, Lois (Michael) Losinger; son Rev. Richard C. (Cindy) Barber; sister, Faith (Robert) Appleby; sisters-in-law, Jean (Barber) Baxter and Alma Hendrix.  Naomi is also survived by 16 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her husband, Nyal A. Barber I; her son, Nyal A. Barber II; her grandson, Richard C. Barber, Jr. and four brothers and a sister.  She was a member of the Pine Grove Wesleyan Church and a former member of the Millerton Volunteer Fire Dept. Auxiliary.  Family and friends may call Friday, May 28, 1999 from 7 to 9 PM at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY.  Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, May 29 at 2:00 PM from the Millerton Wesleyan Church, Millerton, PA with Rev. Laurie B. Greenlaw officiating.  Interment will be in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. –McKay Scrapbook

HENRY -  Mrs. Mina F. Wales, 73, of Millerton RD1, died suddenly Wednesday, July 18, 1962. She was a member of the Jackson Summit Baptist Church and the DAR. Survived by husband, William Wales; daughters, Mrs. William Montgomery of Wellsboro, Mrs. Walter Pettit of Millerton, Mrs. Claude Page of Elmira, Mrs. Jack Miller of Fassett and Mrs. Herman Purvis of Breesport, NY; sons, Joseph, Maxwell, George, Harrison and Donald Wales, all of Millerton, William Wales of Tioga RD, Robert Wales of Phoenix, Ariz.; sister, Mrs. Laura Hemmingway of St. Petersburg, FL; 62 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren. Body is at Shaw & Robena Funeral Home, where friends may call Thursday and Friday evening, 7-9 PM. Funeral service will be held at the Jackson Summit Baptist Church on Saturday at 2 PM, the Rev. Herman Theege officiating. Burial in Alder Run Cemetery. – Mansfield Advertiser, 18 July 1962, p.1

HIGGINS –MRS. JESSIE HIGGINS MONTGOMERY of Pine City RD 2.  The body is at the Olthof Funeral home, 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. where friends may call today (June 20, 1955) from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral there Tuesday at 2 p.m., the Rev. J. Frank Dersham.  Burial at Alder Run, Pa.  Please omit flowers.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 6/20/1955

HOLECEK –DORIS L. WHEELER a longtime resident of the Millerton, PA community, passed away Mon. Oct. 8, 2018 at Sayre Health Care Center at the age of 91. Born on Mar. 29, 1927 in Jackson Summit, PA; Doris was the daughter of the late, James C. & Violet Smith Holecek. The love of her life Dean C. Wheeler, whom she lost at the young age of 40 years, was her best friend and confidant. She often told us of the early times of their courtship when she would help him study or help him with his graduation speech. A committed wife, she was always by his side and that was most important to her. A homemaker, Doris also worked at A&P Foods as a single mom with young mouths to feed. The life of Doris was filled with love and joy. The best years were spent watching her children grow and helping them learn and discover the world. She provided a nurturing environment for her entire family. Doris grew up on the farm and that defined her sense of respect for the environment. She could always find a way to repurpose things, trying to find another use for it before throwing something away. The farm girl never lost her love for the garden and she spent hours with her flower and vegetable gardens. She canned and froze what was harvested, to enjoy later in the year. Doris loved to journal and kept track of family correspondence, her kitchen table always held the latest letter and photos from out of town family members. When Doris could no longer be in her home, she made the best of her situation and made many friends among the staff and residents at the Sayre Health Care Center. Never one to complain, there was always a smile and many times we were unaware of her pain and discomfort. Doris was a very humble and private person, she was a quite force to be reckoned with. We were blessed to have had her as our Mom and those who knew her were blessed as well. Surviving are her loving children, Brenda (Benjamin) Wilson, Tioga, PA; Barbara (Thomas) Hackett, Clearwater, FL; Alan (Bonnie) Wheeler, Elmira and Duane (Lorraine) Wheeler, Southport; nine grandchildren, many great Grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and dear friends. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport/Elmira on Thurs. Oct. 11, 2018 between the hours of 2-4 p.m. Funeral services will follow at 4:15 p.m. She will be laid to rest next to the love of her life, Dean, at the Alder Run Cemetery in Millerton, PA at her family's convenience. –Elmira Star-Gazette 10/9/2018

HOLLANDS - Louise Hollands (Mrs. Charles) Friends  –(1919)-died last Friday at the home in Hornell of her brother, Stephen Hollands. She had not been well since the death in December of her husband and was up and about most of the time. Five weeks ago she went to Hornell on a visit. Her condition did not improve, but not until a week before she dieddid her friends became alarmed. She was born in Mansfield in 1853, the tenth of twelve children of William and Charlotte Hollands. She was married to Charles Friends about forty years ago. Their only child, Earl, died at 13. She is survived by a stepson, Ernest Friends, two brothers, Stephen and Williams Hollands, all of Hornell and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were at the Holland home at 4 Sunday, the Rev. Appleton of Harrisburg, officiating and the remains were brought on Monday to Millerton church. Interment was with her husband and son in the Millerton cemetery.

HOLLANDS, Louise Friends – Millerton March 24 – Mrs. Louise Hollands Friends, widow of the late Charles Friends, died unexpectedly Friday at Hornell where she was visiting friends; aged about 68 years.  The funeral will be held at the church in this place today at 10:30 a.m., burial in the Alder Run cemetery.  Deceased was the daughter of the late Wm. Hollands of Mansfield, and is survived by a number of relatives.    Wellsboro Agitator, 26 March 1919.

HOLLANDS, Louise J. Friends – Mrs. Louise J. Friends, widow of the late Charles Friends, of Troy, formerly of Tioga, died at Hornell March 21, where she was visiting friends.  The funeral was held in the Methodist church in Millerton last week Monday; burial in the Alder Run cemetery.   Wellsboro Agitator, 2 April 1919.

HUDSON - MRS. AMELIA H. SMITH
Mrs. Amelia Hudson Smith, 84, died Tuesday at the home of her son, W. N. Smith at Millerton, Pa. She was born in the State of Vermont June 9, 1843, and when one year of age she came with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Hudson to Jackson. She had resided all her life on the same farm on which the family first settled until two years ago, when, on account of her advanced age, she went to reside with her son, W. N. Smith.Mrs. Smith is survived by four sons, W. N.Smith, F. H. Smith and R. J. Smith all of Jackson, Pa., and J. B. Smith of Elmira; seven grand children and 1 great grand children.The funeral will be held Thursday at 11 o’clock at the home of W. N. Smith at Millerton, Pa. Burial in Alder Run Cemetery. (handwritten on article Mar. 29, 1927)

HUDSON HARRIET M.
Wellsboro Agitator – June 4, 1919
Millerton, June 2 – Harriet M. Woodford, oldest daughter of the late Sylvanus and Jane Hudson, died at her home in Elmira Friday evening, aged 82 years.  The funeral will be held today at the West Jackson Baptist church, Rev. Mr. Barrett officiating; burial at Alder Run.  She was married in 1852 to to Eleazer B. Kemp, who was killed at Sailors Creek, Va., May 6, 1864.  To them were born five children, Eliza and Malcolm, deceased, Cora, Frankie S. and Eleazer B. who survive and were with their mother to the end.  She later married Wm. Woodford and to them were born two sons, John, of Salamanca, and Joseph, of West Jackson, who were at her bedside when she died.  She is also survived by four brothers and two sisters, Joel S. and Geo. H. Hudson, of Walker, Iowa; W. H. Hudson, of Millerton; Benjamin, of Glendive, Montana; Mrs. Elsie Davies, of Grand Junction, Colorado, and Mrs. Dora Mafield, of Sheldon, Iowa; twelve grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

INSCHO, Bessie - MRS. BESSIE H. FRIENDS, age 91, formerly of Tioga, RD 2, PA, Tuesday, July 2, 1985, at the Green Home, Wellsboro, PA.  Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Friday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 8:30 p.m. with funeral and committal services there, at the conclusion of  calling hours, Friday evening (8:30 p.m.), the Rev. William Shepard officiating.  Interment Alder Run Cemetery.  The family will provide flowers and those wishing may make contributions to the West Jackson Baptist Church or The Alder Run Cemetery Association in Bessie’s memory.  She is survived by daughters, Doris Friends, of Elmira, NY, Lura Pettitt, of Tioga, PA; son, Albert Friends, of RD 2, Millerton, PA, son and daughter-in-law, Wilbur and Mary Friends of Millerton, PA; 7 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Marie Friends of The Green Home, Wellsboro, PA.  Bessie was a member of the West Jackson Baptist Church; a member of the Mitchell’s Mills Grange; and was preceded in death by her daughter, Ruth Friends, granddaughter, Ruth Ann Pettitt, and her husband, Leonard L. Friends.  –Elmira Star Gazette. [Bessie H. Inscho, daughter of Albert W. and Florence H. Inscho]

CHARLES K. "Chuck" JAYNE, age 79, of Millerton, PA, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2020 at his home. He was born on August 1, 1940 in Black Walnut, PA, a son of Edwin and Marion (Williams) Jayne. Chuck was the husband of Sheila Smith for 26 years. He worked as a logger and was a veteran of the United States Army. Chuck is survived by his wife; a son, Kenneth (Kimberly) Jayne of Mansfield; a step son, Kenneth (Leann) Smith of Mansfield; two step daughters, Michelle (Andrew) Howe of Lawrenceville, and April Mott of Troy; eleven grandchildren, Brittany, Kelsey, Shawn, Cory, Mikayla, Brandy, Cheyenne, Dakota, Justin, Carmen, and Damion; four great grandchildren; and three brothers, LeRoy Jayne of Millerton, Paul Jayne of Daggett, and Gerald "Jerry" (Darlene) Jayne of Bentley Creek. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Stephen Lee; and a brother, Theodore Jayne. A private funeral service will be held at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc. 637 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA. Burial will take place in Alder Run Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the Alzehiemer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL. -Elmira Star-Gazette 4/25/2020

JAYNE, Theodore "Ted"  SRGP 82123
Age 63, of Mansfield, PA, died on Thursday, April 25, 2007, at his home. He was born on April 3, 1944 in Elmira, NY, the son of Edwin and Marion (Williams) Jayne. Ted was married to Belva (McKay) Jayne. Ted was employed in construction and served with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed trapping, hunting, fishing, touring in his Ford, metal detecting and NASCAR. In addition to his wife, Belva, Ted is survived by five daughters and sons-in-law, Tammy (Dennis) Bailey, Sr., of Mainesburg, PA, Terri Makley of Mansfield, PA, Renee (Tim Sykora) Baker of Galeton, PA, Christa Jayne of Mansfield, PA, Crystal (James) Sumner of Mansfield, PA; a stepson and daughter-in-law, Rick (Elizabeth) McKay of Gillett, PA; and four brothers and sisters-in-law, LeRoy (Diane) Jayne and Charles "Chuck" (Shiela) Jayne of Millerton, PA, Paul (Beverly) Jayne of Daggett, PA, Gerald "Jerry" (Darlene) Jayne of Bentley Creek, PA. Ted was predeceased by a granddaughter, Kaci Sue Aumick, the same day. Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday, April 29, 2007, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory and Monuments, PC, 637 South Main Street, Mansfield, PA 16933. A funeral service will be held immediately following the visitation at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Alder Run Road Cemetery, Millerton, PA.

  

JONES Miller W. Jones

age 95, of Wellsboro, PA, formerly of Lawrenceville, PA, died on Saturday, October 26, 2013. He was born on July 7, 1918 in Pittsburgh, PA a son of the late Walter and Edna (Miller) Jones. Miller was a WWII Marine Corps veteran, an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, and was formerly employed by Westinghouse, Horseheads, NY. He was the husband of 73 years of the late Theresa B. (Meyers) Jones who died on July 29, 2013. Miller is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Edward and Crystal Jones of Elmira, NY; two daughters and sons-in-law, Margaret and Ronald Dobbin of Wilcox, AZ, Patricia and Kevin Wales of Millerton, PA; 8 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-granddaughter. A private family funeral service will be held at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. Wellsboro, PA. Interment will be in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA.   Star Gazette – October 28, 2013

KINNER – Mrs. Lucy K. Jones, 95, of Millerton, died Monday, July 2, 1962. She was a member of the Millerton Methodist Church. Survived by nephews, John Kinner of Orlando, FL, Lee Kinner of Corning; nieces, Mrs. John Wheeler of Millerton RD1, Mrs. Clair Criss, Mrs. Arleigh Criss and Mrs. Robert Wheeler, all of Pine City RD2. Funeral was held at 1:30 PM Thursday in Millerton Methodist Church, the Rev. David Scudder officiating. Burial was in Alder Run Cemetery. – Mansfield Advertiser, 4 July 1962, p.4

KITTLE Pamela BRANDT, age 34, of Seaford, DE and formerly of Troy, PA diedMonday, August 14, 2000 at Easton Memorial Hospital, Easton, MD.  She was born April 12, 1966 in Troy, PA, the daughter of Donald Kittle and Patricia Nares.  Pam was a graduate of Troy High School and Mansfield State University.  She was a member of Mt. Oliver United Methodist Church in Seaford, DE.  Pam  is survived by her husband, Christian Brandt; daughter, Melanie Brandt; parents, Donald Kittle of Troy, PA and Patrica Nares of Roseville, PA; brothers , Ronald Kittle of Troy, PA and William Kittle of Canton, PA.  Memorial services were held at the Austinville Union Church on August 22 with the Rev. Kenneth Marple officiating.  The family suggests memorials be directed to the Leukemia Society of Delaware, 100 W. Street, Suite 209, Wilmington, DE 19801 or the HLA Registry Foundation 70 Grand Avenue River Edge, NJ 0766d1
EIGHMEY Velma SMITH, age 95, of Daggett, Pa, died Monday, August 14, 2000 at the Broad acres Personal Care Home in Wellsboro, PA.  Velma was the daughter of the late John and Dora Sheive Eighmey and was born January 4, 1905 in Roseville, PA.  She was a resident of the Daggett and Millerton area.  She and her husband Richard were very active in the community and in the Daggett United Methodist Church.  Velma was co-owner of Dick’s Trailer Park in Allendale, FL.  She and her husband enjoyed camping and belonged to several camping clubs.  She is survived by her children, Irene and Charles Winterstein, Richard N. and Beverly Smith and Pauline and Gordon Martin all of Daggett, Pa and Robert and Linda Smith of Mansfield, PA; nine grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and two great=great-grandchildren; brothers, Verle (Dorothy) Eighmey of Troy, PA and Vern (Martha) Eighmey of Columbia Cross Roads, PA; sister-in-law, Bernice Eighmey of Millerton, PA; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Velma was predeceased by her husband, Richard; grandson, Daniel T. Smith; and brothers, Jerome and Bernal Eighmey.  Funeral services were held Friday, August 18 at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira with the Rev. Carol Price officiating and graveside services following at the Aldrer Run Cemetery in Millerton.  Memorials in Velma’s name may be directed to the Big Elm Fire Dept., RR 2, Millerton, PA 16936 or the Daggett United Methodist Church Building Fund, c/o Fred Messing, RR 2, Millerton, PA 16936.

CHESTER E. KNAPP SR.
                Chester E. Knapp Sr., 81, of Millerton died Sunday, March 4, 2001, at home. Born Feb. 8, 1920, in Lambs Creek, he was the son of Ernest and Hazel (Reed)  Knapp.  He was the husband of Ruth (Wright) Knapp.   He was formerly employed by Bendix of Elmira, N.Y. Preceding him in death were six brothers, two sisters and one grandson, Colin Benson, in 1996.  Surviving are his wife, Ruth; two sons, Allan Knapp of Elmira, N.Y., and Chester Knapp Jr. of Millerton; two daughters, Carol Zemanek of  Lawrenceville and Jacqueline Bowers of Tioga; five brothers, Daryl Knapp of Canisteo, N.Y., Marvin Knapp of Dundee, N.Y., Edward Knapp of Pine City,  N.Y., Richard Knapp of Rochester, N.Y., and Jack Knapp of Wellsburg, N.Y.;10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.  Private funeral services will be held at the Wilston Funeral Home, Mansfield,   with the Rev. Nancy G.W. Parr officiating.  Burial will be made at Alder Run Cemetery, Tioga County.  Memorial donations may be made to the Laurel Home Health and Hospice, 24Walnut Street, Wellsboro, Pa. 16901.

G. LEWIS KNIGHT.  Lifetime Dairy Farmer Age 90, of Lawrenceville, PA, died and Savior Tuesday, October 7, 2003, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 9, 1913 in Binghamton, NY, the son of Rev. Clarence and Claribel Freeland Knight. Lewis was a lifetime dairy farmer, a member of the West Jackson Baptist Church for 70 years, having served as deacon, trustee, Sunday School superintendent, teacher, and soloist. He was also a 70-year member of the Mitchells Mills Grange, had served as a school board director, and had been a school bus driver. He was an avid student of local history and family genealogy. He was especially interested in the history of old schools and trains. His knowledge was often sought and he gave talks on local history. He also enjoyed carpentry and woodworking and completed many projects for his family. His family and church were the delight of his life. He recently had celebrated his 90th birthday with his family. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Irene Friends Knight. Surviving are his daughters, Shirley (Walt) Barnes and Peggy (Bruce) Hughes of Lawrenceville, PA, and Carol (Cecil) Kneller of Canton, PA; grandchildren, James, John (Nancy), Jeffery (P.J.) Barnes, Timothy Holmes, Tammy (Gary) Gleckner, Patrick (Debbie) Hughes, and Michael (Sue) Hughes; great-grandchildren, Craig and Jenna Barnes, Brooks, Brennan, Makyah and Josiah Gleckner, and Alex, Ethan, Emily, and Grace Hughes. An 11th great-grandchild (Barnes) is expected in December. Lewis was also predeceased by his sisters, Winifred Knight and Pauline Gilbert; and granddaughter-in-law, Katrina Cogswell Barnes. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Saturday, October 11, 2003, from 1 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Visitation will continue at the West Jackson Baptist Church, Millerton, PA, on Sunday, October 12, 2003, from 1 to 2 p.m., with funeral services immediately following at 2 p.m. Rev. Wilmer Howe and his grandson, Rev. Patrick Hughes will officiate. Interment will follow in the Alder Run Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Lewis' grandsons, James, John, Jeffery Barnes, Timothy Holmes, Gary Gleckner, Patrick and Michael Hughes. Flowers are acceptable or those wishing may make memorials to the West Jackson Baptist Church, RR # 1 Box 33-D, Millerton, PA, or to Guthrie Hospice, RR #1 Box 154, Towanda, PA.  –Elmira Star Gazette.

KNIGHT –PAULINE M. GILBERT age 76 of Millerton, PA went to be with her Lord Tuesday,  July 19, 1994 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira.  She is survived by her children: Virginia and Keith Thompson of Pine City, NY, Ronald and Sandy Gilbert of Millerton, PA, Joyce Stermer of Lawrenceville, PA, Joanne and Calvin DuVall of Dixonville, PA; 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; one brother and sister-in-law, Lewis and Irene Knight of Lawrenceville, PA; brothers and sisters-in-law: Floyd and Ida Gilbert of Texas, Doris Gilbert of Florida and Claude and Evie Gilbert of Lawrenceville, PA; several nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her husband Aubrey Gilbert in 1986.  Pauline was a member of the Mosherville Bible Church, active member of the Garrett Miller Senior Citizens Center, and she was active in the Tioga Children Evangelism Fellowship.  Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Penna. Ave. Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM.  A funeral service will be held Sunday at 11:00 AM at the Mosherville Bible Church with the Rev. Robert Bevins officiating.  Contributions may be made to the Mosherville Bible Church, Mosherville, PA. (Buried Alder Run Cemetery) –McKay Scrapbook

LOUGHRIDGE –MYRTLE B. WHEELER age 83, lifelong member of the Pine City community, passed away on Monday, May 1st, 2017 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born in Corning, NY, the daughter of the late Arland and Kathryn (Kennedy) Loughridge. Myrtle was predeceased by her husband, Earl Wheeler on February 11, 2015, whom she married September 19, 1953; and her son, Fred Wheeler. She is survived by her children, Jeffery Wheeler of Pine City, Kevin (Patti) Wheeler of Tioga, PA, David (Colleen) Wheeler of Millerton, PA, Greg (Kim) Wheeler of Pine City, NY, Michelle Sproule (Duane Robbins) of Pine City, NY, Alyson (Kevin) Slusser of Pine City, NY, and Tomas Wheeler of Pine City, NY; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; brother, Tom Loughridge; sisters, Linda (Leroy) Kasper, Lucia (Elmer) Huels and Sybil (Doug) Ginnan. She was also predeceased by sister, Joan Towner; and brothers, Fred Loughridge and Arland Loughridge. Myrtle retired from Corning Inc. as an executive secretary. She loved spending her winters in Florida. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY on Thursday, May 4th from 4:00PM to 7:00PM and again on Friday, May 5th from 10:00AM to 11:00AM. Funeral services celebrating Myrtle's life will be held there at 11:00AM. Pastor Sheldon Roblyer will officiate. Graveside services will follow in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. Those wishing may make memorial donations in Myrtle B. Wheeler's name to the charity of oni’s choice. –Elmira Star-Gazette 5/3/2017

 

LOUGHRIDGE –MYRTLE B. WHEELER age 83, lifelong member of the Pine City community, passed away on Monday, May 1st, 2017 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born in Corning, NY, the daughter of the late Arland and Kathryn (Kennedy) Loughridge. Myrtle was predeceased by her husband, Earl Wheeler on February 11, 2015, whom she married September 19, 1953; and her son, Fred Wheeler. She is survived by her children, Jeffery Wheeler of Pine City, Kevin (Patti) Wheeler of Tioga, PA, David (Colleen) Wheeler of Millerton, PA, Greg (Kim) Wheeler of Pine City, NY, Michelle Sproule (Duane Robbins) of Pine City, NY, Alyson (Kevin) Slusser of Pine City, NY, and Tomas Wheeler of Pine City, NY; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; brother, Tom Loughridge; sisters, Linda (Leroy) Kasper, Lucia (Elmer) Huels and Sybil (Doug) Ginnan. She was also predeceased by sister, Joan Towner; and brothers, Fred Loughridge and Arland Loughridge. Myrtle retired from Corning Inc. as an executive secretary. She loved spending her winters in Florida. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY on Thursday, May 4th from 4:00PM to 7:00PM and again on Friday, May 5th from 10:00AM to 11:00AM. Funeral services celebrating Myrtle's life will be held there at 11:00AM. Pastor Sheldon Roblyer will officiate. Graveside services will follow in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. Those wishing may make memorial donations in Myrtle B. Wheeler's name to the charity of oni’s choice. –Elmira Star-Gazette 5/3/2017

 

MARTIN Gordon C.

Age 85 years young of Daggett, PA was called home from the Robert Packer Hospital, November 9, 2013 @2:50 pm, with his loving family and special friend Jim Barnes, by his side. Gordon was predeceased, by his parents Avis Friends Martin and Leonard Martin; sister, Harriet; nephew, David Jennings and brother-in-law, Charles Winterstein. Dear Gordon is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Pauline (Sadie) Martin; special daughter, Cheryl Ann; and son-in-law, Bill Ostrander; special grandson, Eugene (Becky) Fleming; great-grandchildren; Cody and Bayleigh, all of Daggett, PA: step- granddaughter and grandson Sherry (Tim) Negley and Cliff (Sara) Ostrander: great-grandchildren, Amanda, Josh and Kayla Negley, Brooke and William Ostrander of Groton, NY: sister, Jane and (Laverne) Jennings of Daggett, PA; sister-in-law, Irene Winterstein of Dagget, PA: brother-in-laws, Dick and (Bev) Smith of Daggett, PA, Bob and (Linda) Smith of Mansfield, PA; cousins and their families; many nieces and nephews and niece, Kathy (Guy) Thomas of MO and their families. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY, Wednesday, November 13th, 2013 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM and 6:00PM to 8:00PM and again Thursday, November 14th from 12:00PM to 1:00PM. Funeral services celebrating Gordon's life will follow the calling hours at 1:00PM, with graveside service following in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. Gordon starting working at a very young age; work ethics that followed him throughout his life and gave him the knowledge to "cobble" fix anything. Gordon, with his wife, owned a well-known gravel and heavy equipment construction company, from 1950, retiring in 1995. Throughout his career he was a heavy equipment operator, truck driver, welder, mechanic, he also strip mined coal, and for years plowed heavy snow, with power shovel, bulldozers, trucks, graders, and loaders. Gordon and Pauline always worked side by side. He spent a great deal of time supporting his wife and daughter's love of horses. He also enjoyed talking with anyone who came his way. He always had a story to tell, which he learned from his father-in-law. With a smile he always had a comeback joke. He was a member of the Daggett Big Elm Volunteer Fire Department since it began in 1949, being its' chief for many years; and was a longtime president of Tioga County Fireman's Relief Assoc. Gordon was a member of the Daggett Methodist Church. After spotting and then purchasing a 1919 Model T Ford Car (Abigail) he was hooked on, and built a collection of antique cars, his oldest being a 1911. He was very proud of his cars, attending many parades, shows and car tours. A member of the following Antique Car clubs: Twin Tiers Vintage Car club for 43 years, where he met one of his closest friends, Bruce and Ginny Bruckner, Sullivan Trail Model A Ford Club, Keystone Cops Club. A Special Celebration of his life was held at the Hospital at the time of his passing by his loving family and special friend Jim Barnes and Hospital Chaplin. He enjoyed all of his life's endeavors. Gordon (Dad) will be greatly missed by his loving family and many friends. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gordon's name may be made to one of the following: Daggett United Methodist Church, Big Elm Volunteer Fire Department, or the Daggett Cemetery Assoc. to Cheryl Ostrander, 376 Switchback Rd, Millerton, PA 16936. Star Gazette – November 12, 2013

 

MARTIN - HARRIETT RAMSEY
 Harriett (Hattie) Avis Martin Ramsey, 65, of Ottumwa, IA and formerly of Millerton, PA, died July 5, 1990 in Ottumwa, IA. She is survived by her husband, Gerald Ramsey of Ottumwa; son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Martin; granddaughter, Pamela Martin; brother and sister-in-law, Gordon and Pauline Martin; sisters and brother-in-law, Jane an LeVerne Jennings, all of Daggett, PA; several stepchildren; nieces and nephews. Harriet was predeceased by her mother, Avis Martin, in 1988 and her father, Leonard Martin, in 1971. Services were held July 10 at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira with the Rev. Allen Hulslander officiating and interment to be in Alder Run Cemetery. (TGR, Thursday, July 12, 1990)

McCARROLL - Francis C. McCarroll, 75, of Tioga RD2, died Monday, Nov. 26, 1961. He was a retired employee of the former Erie Railroad. Survived by wife, Mrs. Mabel Clara McCarroll; daughter, Miss Beverly Ann McCarroll of Tioga RD2; sons, Harold Lewis McCarroll of Lancaster, PA, Francis William McCarroll Jr., serving with the Army in Germany; sisters, Mrs. Alice Brewster of Haverstraw, PA and Mrs. Helen Brown of Elmira. Funeral service was held at Keister Funeral Home, Elmira, Thursday at 1 p.m. Rev. John Bedzyk officiated. Burial was in Alder Run Cemetery. - Mansfield Advertiser, December 5, 1962

MCINTIRE - ZAHORIAN Helen Ruth (McIntire, Comfort)
Was born July 21, 1917 in Quimby, Iowa, the daughter of the late Alvah and Jenny (Brownmiller) McIntire, diedpeacefully on Monday, July 28, 2008, at the Green Home in Wellsboro, PA at the age of 91. Her first husband, John Comfort, and second husband, George Zahorian predeceased her. She was also preceded in death by the following: brother, Kenneth McIntire and his wife, Betty; sisters, Ardith Scrivener and her husband, Herbert Scrivener, Thelma Landon; sister-in-law, Pauline McIntire; brother-in-law, Lester Utter. Helen is survived by her loving children: daughter, Bonnie (Justin) O'Brian of Lawrenceville, PA; sons, Ronald (Jackie) Comfort of Millerton, PA, Gary (Dawn) Comfort of Gillett, PA; much-loved grandchildren, Scott Comfort of Easton, PA, Tammy (Bill) Grega of Mansfield, PA, Chris (Laurie) Comfort of Elmira, NY, Rachel Comfort of Millerton, PA; adored great-grandchildren, Micah Comfort, Katie Comfort and Emme Comfort, all of Walnut Port, PA, McKenna Grega and Charisma Grega, both of Mansfield, PA, Kylie Comfort and Haley Comfort, both of Elmira, NY; brother, Merle McIntire of Athens, PA; sister, Velma Utter of Horseheads, NY; special friends, Bradley and Clara Brewer of Millerton, PA; along with several nieces and nephews. Helen was a faithful and devoted member of the Jackson Summit Baptist Church since 1954 and retired as mail clerk with the US Postal System in Millerton, PA after many years of dedicated service. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Wednesday, July 30, 2008, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services honoring her life will be held there the following day at 11:00 a.m. Her Pastor, the Reverend Douglas Hodge, will celebrate Helen's service. Interment will follow in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. Memorial donations may be directed to the Jackson Summit Baptist Church, 2851 Route # 328, Jackson Summit, PA 16936; or to the Green Home, 37 Central Avenue, Wellsboro, PA 16901.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/30/2008

 

MEYERS Theresa B. (Meyers) Jones

age 92, of Wellsboro, PA, formerly of Lawrenceville, PA, died on Monday, July 29, 2013. She was born on April 1, 1921 in Pittsburgh, PA a daughter of the late Charles and Arabelle (Gray) Meyers. Theresa was the loving wife of 73 years of Miller W. Jones. Theresa enjoyed drawing, reading, collecting stuffed bears and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband: Miller; son and daughter-in-law: Edward and Crystal Jones of Elmira, NY; two daughters and sons-in-law: Margaret and Ronald Dobbin of Wilcox, AZ, Patricia and Kevin Wales of Millerton, PA; eight grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 1 great great granddaughter. At Theresa's request, a private family funeral will be held at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., Wellsboro, PA with the Rev. David D. Sullivan officiating. Interment will be in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. - See more at: Star Gazette – July 31, 2013

 

Charles J. MILLER of Gillett, PA died Monday, June 16, 1997 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY.  He was a member of the South Creek Evangelical Free Church.  He is survived by his children, Charlotte Miller of Aurora, CO, Russell (Nancy) Miller of E. Smithfield, PA, Laura Miller of Sayre, PA, Kathy (Kirk) DeWalt of Mosherville, PA, Charles (Danielle) Miller of Sayre, Jenny Williams of Athens and James Miller of Athens; eight grandchildren; five sisters and one brother; several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was predeceased by two sisters and a brother; parents, Hazel and Jack Miller.  Funeral services were held at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira on June 19 (1:30) with the Rev. Stephen Edwards officiating and interment to be in Alder Run Cemetery.  Those wishing may make memorials in Charles’ name to the South Creek Evangelical Free Church, 2655 S. Broadway, Wellsburg, NY 14894.

 

MILLER - MRS. FLORA M. SMITH (SRGP 64651)
Millerton, Pa. April 25—Mrs. Flora Miller Smith Wife of Clark Smith of Millerton, Pa., died at her home Monday morning, aged 50 years. She had been a great sufferer for a long time and her death was not unexpected. The decedent was the youngest daughter of the late Alvin and Mary Bechtol Miller of Millerton. Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. James Holicek; one son, Richard, and three grandchildren. The funeral was held at Jackson Center Wednesday at 2:30 o’clock. The Rev. Mr. Barrett of Pine City officiated, assisted by the Rev. Mr. Guiles of Millerton. Burial was in the Alder Run Cemetery.

 

MILLER Harry E. Miller, Sr.

born April 25, 1932 in Coudersport, PA, lived many years in Millerton, PA, where he married Virgilene Bement on July 5, 1952. Died April 28, 2013 in his home in Grant, FL. Survived by his loving wife, Virge; eight children, Regina Weible (Bud), Harry Jr. (Charlotte), Meredith, Vicky Gee (Carl), Howard (Cathy), Bryan, Richard (Paula), Hazel Mitcheltree (Jerry); many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Burial of Harry's ashes will be sometime this summer at the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA.   Star Gazette – May 24, 2013

 

JENNY L. MILLER - Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed, so very dear….Our hearts were broken with the passing of our Mom, Jenny L. Miller, 52, of Athens, Pa on Friday, April 4th 2014. Jenny was born on August 6, 1961 in Elmira, NY a daughter of the late Charles Jackson and Laura Mae (Wales) Miller. She was a graduate of Troy High School class of 1979 and the Robert Packer School of Nursing in 1982. She loving cared for others as a registered nurse at the Robert Packer Hospital for 28 years in the ICU department. Her caring ways and loving heart will fondly be remembered by those who knew her. Jenny was a member of the Christian Life Church in Waverly. She treasured her family, friends and always looked forward to attending her children’s music and sporting events. Jenny will be greatly missed by her children: her daughter, Mary Williams and fiancé Darin Finnerty, her son Michael Williams all of Athens, Pa; her sisters and brothers-in-law: Charlotte and John Steele of Aurora, CO; Kathryn and Kurt DeWalt of Millerton, Pa; Laura Miller of of Millerton, Pa; her brothers and sisters-in-law: Russell and Carmen Miller of East Smithfield, Pa; Charles Miller of Ulster, Pa; James Miller and Danielle Curry of Litchfield, Pa. Several aunts, uncles, her nieces and nephews: Elizabeth Crooks; Laura DeWalt, Bryan DeWalt, Jessica Miller, Meghan Chivara, Alison Miller, James Miller and Kaylynne Miller. She is also survived by her canine companion Joseph and feline companions Reese and Zeus. She was predeceased by her parents Charles and Laura Miller. Family and friends are invited to attend a period of visitation and time of sharing memories on Tuesday, April 8th from 10 -12 pm at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols. A funeral service and celebration of Jenny’s life will follow at 12 pm with Pastor Dean W. Santon, officiating. A private family interment will follow in the Alder Run Cemetery in Millerton, Pa. Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to the American Cancer Society or the Kevin Guest House, for they were so kind to us while we were in Buffalo, Kevin Guest House, 782 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, New York in loving memory of Jenny L. Miller. –Towanda Daily Review 4/6/2014

 

MILLER, LEROY W.  Leroy W. Miller, 76, of Millerton, RD1 died May 3 1987 at Arnot Ogden Hospital in Elmira.  He was a retired section foreman of the Erie Lackawanna Railroad with 38 years of service and was a lifetime Millerton Volunteer Fireman.  He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Rena Woodhouse Miller; daughters and sons-in-law, Sharon and Lester Sheive of Lawrenceville, Shirley and James Storrs of RD3 Troy; five grandchildren; three sisters; several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services were held May 6 at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira with Rev. Robert Wilson officiating and interment to be in Alder Run Cemetery.  (TGR May 7, 1987)

MITCHELL ADAH
Wellsboro Agitator – June 1, 1921
Millerton, May 23 – Mrs. Adah Ellis died Friday morning at the home of her sister, Mrs. Cora Graham, after a long illness, aged 52 years.  She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Cora Graham, of Millerton; Miss Maude Mitchell, of Rochester; four brothers, M. K. Mitchell, of Phelps; T. A. Mitchell, of Corning; Frank and Amasa of  Alder Run.  The funeral will be held today, Rev. James Gordon officiating; burial at Alder Run.

MITCHELL, Clifford A. “Kip”
Of Millerton, Pa. Age 83, diedon Friday April 1, 2005, at the Green Home, Wellsboro, Pa. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, April 6, 2005, at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., with funeral and committal services on Thursday at 2 p.m. The Reverend Earl Shawley will officiate. Interment at Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, Pa. Kip was an avid sportsman who loved the outdoors. Baseball was one of his favorite games, and where he earned his nickname “Kip”. In the spring, he enjoyed the challenge of calling in the Gobbler. Kip is survived by his daughter, Sarah Wales of Corning, NY; son, James C. and Diane Mitchell of Huston, TX; son, Joseph A. and Jeanette Mitchell of Millerton, Pa; 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; brother, Arnold (Mary) Mitchell; sister Althea Binford. He was predeceased by daughters, Betty Jean Mitchell and Annette Marie Mitchell. Kip will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Memorial donations may be directed to National Wild Turkey Federation, P.O. Box 530, Edgefield, SC 29824-0530.

MITCHELL EDWARD R.
Wellsboro Agitator – February 23, 1944
Edward R. Mitchell, aged 78 years, formerly of Lawrenceville, died at the home of his son, Leroy Mitchell, at Eldred, Feb. 12.  He was born at Mitchells Mills, Jan.13, 1866, son of George Washington Mitchell and Anna Rockwell Mitchell.  He spent most of his life at Mitchells Mills, Alder Run and Lawrenceville.  He was married Sept. 2, 1885, to Mary Cunningham, who died April 29, 1929.  To them were born eight children.  The survivors are:  Mrs. Mabel Terwilliger, of Osceola; Leroy Mitchell, of Eldred; Lester Mitchell, of Hector, N.Y.  Three sons are deceased:  George, John Ernest and Elmer.  He is also survived by 21 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.  Burial at Alder Run Wednesday.

Newspaper.....Elmira Star Gazette
MITCHELL, Lester R. age 87, of Hector, NY, Tuesday, December 4, 1990. Survived by his wife of 67 years, Edna BEMENT Mitchell; a son and daughter-in-law, James L. and Edith Mitchell of Hector, NY.;  grandchildren, Judith and Bill Maffie, of Gainsville, FL., James L. Mitchell, Jr. of Elmira, NY, Althea and Alonzo Johnson of Avon PArk, FL., Pattijean and Larry Avery of Elmira Heights, NY; Step grandchild, Patricia Tuttle of Los Angeles, CA., seven great grandchildren; one brother-in-law and one sister-in-law; several neices and nephews.  He was born November 28, 1903 in Jackson Township, PA, the son of Edward R. and Mary E. CUNNINGHAM Mitchell. Lester was a retired Fruit Farmer; a member of Hector Presbyterian Church; and a member of the Valios-Logan-Hector Volunteer Fire Department.  Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home. 1050 Penna. Ave., Elmira, NY., Thursday 7:00 to 9:00 PM with Funeral and Committal Service there Friday at 1:00 PM Rev. Henry Meyerdierks officiating.  Internment will be in Alder Run Cemetery, Jackson Township, PA.  Those wishing may make Memorials to the Valois-Logan-Hector Fire Dept., Hector, NY 14841 or the Townsend Grange, Townsend, NY (submitted by Mary FARR Norwood)

MONTANYE Philo J., Jr. Lawrenceville Resident Age 80, diedpeacefully on Friday, March 18, 2005, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He was born May 14, 1924 in Elmira, NY, the son of the late Philo J. and Ruth Montanye Sr. He was predeceased by his brother, Harold Montanye; sisters, Louise Heath and Dorothy Conklin. Philo is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Agnes (Woodhouse) Montanye; beloved son, Edward Montanye of Lawrenceville, PA; nephew, Jay Woodhouse of Millerton, PA; brothers, Lyman Montanye of Elmira, NY, Lester Montanye of Pine City, NY, Raymond (Marjorie) Montanye of Chemung, NY; sister, Marietta Voorhees of East Smithfield, PA, Gertrude Clearwater of Big Flats, NY; sister-in-law, Susie Montanye of Pennsylvania; brother-in-law, Robert Heath of Pennsylvania. Philo retired from Kaplan's Scrap Yard as a crane operator after 50 years of dedicated service. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., on Wednesday, 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 p.m. A Memorial Service celebrating Philo's life will follow the visitation at 7:00 p.m. Walt Barnes, his neighbor and friend, will celebrate the service. Interment will take place in the Alder Run Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

MYFELT –MRS. MYRNA I. SMITH, 71, of Mansfield, Sunday, Dec. 10, 1950.  She had resided in Mansfield for 25 years and was a member of the Mansfield Methodist Church.  Survived by husband, Lloyd Smith; grandchildren, Marjorie and Robert Brodrick, both of Mansfield; sister, Mrs. Lora Deming of Elmira; brothers, Richard Myfelt of Daggett, Pa. and Berton Myfelt of Mansfield; several nieces and nephews.  The body is at the Shaw & Robena Funeral home, Mansfield, where funeral will be held today., 1 p.m., the Rev. Floyd A. Cooles.  Alder Run, (Pa.) Cemetery.  –Elmira Advertiser 12/13/1950

MYFELT - Richard I. Myfelt, 64, of Daggett, PA, died Thursday, Feb. 13, 1958. He was a member of the Daggett Methodist Church. Survived by wife, Mrs. Mattie Card Myfelt; daughter, Thelma of Morrisville, PA; sons, Ivan and Norton of Daggett and First Lt. Kenneth F. Myfelt of Schofield Barracks, Hawaii; sister, Mrs. Lora Deming of Allendale, Fla.; four grandchildren. Funeral in Troy Sunday at 2 p.m., the Rev. M. William Jenkins officiating. Burial in Alder Run Cemetery. - Mansfield Advertiser, Feb. 1958

THELMA P. MYFELT, 81, Daggett, PA died June 9, 1997 at her home.  She was born August 28, 1915, the daughter of Richard and Mattie Card Myfelt.  Thelma spent two years serving her country during World War II.  She taught school in Millerton and Philadelphia, PA, New Jersey, Florida, Long Island and later retired from Troy Area schools where she served as a reading specialist.  She was a member of the Daggett United Methodist Church.  Thelma is survived by her brothers, R. Ivan Myfelt (Marion) of Daggett, PA; retired Col. Kenneth F. Myfelt (Doris) of Blackstock, NC; nephew, Brian L. Myfelt of Leesburg, VA; nieces, Murial E. Myfelt, also of Leesburg; Carol Myfelt (Fred Toothaker) of Burlington, PA; Karen and Rev. Mark Girard of Harrodsburg, KY; Heidi (Mark) Inginito of Haverstown, PA; grandniece, Anna Girard of Harrodsburg, KY; and several cousins.  Thelma was predeceased by her parents; brother, Norton; and nephews, Neil and John.  Funeral services were held at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira on June 14 with the Rev. Garry Zuber officiating and interment to be in Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA.  Those wishing to make memorials in Thelma’s name may do so to the Daggett United Methodist Church, Daggett, PA. –Troy Star-Gazette.

Thelma P. MYFELT, 81, Daggett, PA died June 9, 1997 at her home.  She was born August 28, 1915, the daughter of Richard and Mattie Card Myfelt.  Thelma spent two years serving her country during World War II.  She taught school in Millerton and Philadelphia, PA, New Jersey, Florida, Long Island and later retired from Troy Area schools where she served as a reading specialist.  She was a member of the Daggett United Methodist Church.  Thelma is survived by her brothers, R. Ivan Myfelt (Marion) of Daggett, PA; retired Col. Kenneth F. Myfelt (Doris) of Blackstock, NC; nephew, Brian L. Myfelt of Leesburg, VA; nieces, Muriel E. Myfelt, also of Leesburg; Carol Myfelt (Fred Toothaker) of Burlington, PA; Karen and rev. Mark Girard of Harrodsburg, KY; Heidi (Mark) Inginito of Haverstown, PA; grandniece, Anna Girard of Harrodsburg, KY; and several cousins.  Thelma was predeceased by her parents; brother, Norton; and nephews, Neil and John.  Funeral services were held at the Olthof funeral Home in Elmira on June 14 with the Rev. Garry Zuber officiating and interment to be in Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA.  Those wishing to make memorials in Thelma’s name may do so to the Daggett United Methodist Church, Daggett, PA. TGR

 

NEWBURY Susan C
Wellsboro Agitator - January 19, 1910
--Mrs. C. H. Griffin, formerly of Jackson township, died at her home in Jamestown, N. Y. on Jan. 11.   The remains were taken to Trowbridge, Pa., Friday, for interment.     Alder Run Cemetery

 

PARIS Evelyn A. Hoyt 

Age 93, longtime member of the Jackson Summit community, died Sunday, August 19th, 2012, at the Green Home in Wellsboro, PA. She was born in Millerton, March the 12th, 1919, the daughter of the late Cassius and Norma (Cleveland) Paris. Her husband, Wayne C. Hoyt, predeceased her on April 19th, 1998. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald W. and Vivian Hoyt of Jackson Summit, PA, Vaughn L. and Monica Hoyt of Mansfield, PA, Scott D. and Lynn Hoyt of Blossburg, PA; four granddaughters, Debbie and Ken Brace of Mainesburg, PA, Renee and Dale Stermer of Jackson Summit, PA, Jillane and Lee Strange of Lawrenceville, PA and Lynnette Hoyt of Mansfield, PA; 8 loving great-grandchildren, Ryan, Jared, Allison, Carter, Jocilyn, Clarissa, Dale Jr. and Robert. In addition to her husband, Wayne, she is predeceased by her grandson, Christopher Lynn Hoyt; son, Dale Hoyt. Evelyn was a gentle, kind and caring wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She loved music. Playing the piano at weddings, church functions, seniors' centers and as recent at the Green Home gave her great pleasure and satisfaction. She lived for playing games with her grandchildren, traveling, writing poetry, and reading. Evelyn was a familiar face and member of the Jackson Summit Church, a longtime member of the Eastern Star, and 79 year member of the State and National Grange, Tioga #1223. She was a dedicated homemaker and hairdresser for many years. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY, Thursday, August 23, 2012, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Funeral and committal services will be held following the gathering hours at 5:00 p.m. The Reverends Doug Hodge and Ben Lanning will officiate. Interment will be at a time convenient with the family at the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. Those wishing please make memorials in Evelyn A. Hoyt's name to the Jackson Summit Baptist Church, envelopes will be provided by the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.  The family of Evelyn A. Hoyt wish a heartfelt "Thank You" to the staff and activities coordinators of the Green Home in Wellsboro, PA for all their dedicated commitment.  Star Gazette – August 21, 2012

 

PARIS HARRY
Farmer Killed at Roseville As Tractor Falls in Ravine
Roseville, Pa. - Harry Paris, 57, employed on the farm of Lester Copp, one mile west of here on the Mansfield highway, was fatally injured Monday about 6 p.m. when crushed beneath a tractor and plow.  Mr. Paris was plowing with the tractor when it slid over the edge of a 30-foot ravine, the tractor, plow and driver crashing to the bottom of the ditch.  The injured man's plight was not discovered until an hour later, when Mr. Copp and Lee Kennedy went to the scene in search of the farm worker.  Mr. Paris died in the Copp car enroute to Soldiers & Sailors Hospital, Wellsboro.  The body was taken to the Shaw Funeral Home, Mansfield.  His wife and six children, the youngest 10 year old, survive.  Mr. Paris had come from Jackson Summit to work for Mr. Copp seven years ago.    Alder Run

PAYNE Charles [SRGP 87789] - Millerton, Sept. 8 - Charles Payne died in the Arnot-Ogden hospital in Elmira, Saturday, Aug. 30 [1919], where he had been a patient for four months. He is survived by his father and two sisters, Mrs. J.B. Mathews and Mrs. Arthur Austin. The funeral was held Tuesday at the family home in this place, Rev. J.V. Darrow officiating; burial at Alder Run. - Wellsboro Agitator, September 10, 1919, p.1

PAYNE Charles [SRGP 87789] - The death of Charles Wilson Payne, of Millerton, occurred in Elmira August 30 [1919]. The decedent is survived by his parents, [father & step mother] Mr. & Mrs. George Payne, of Millerton, PA; two sisters, Mrs. Boyd Austin, of Brooklyn, PA, and Mrs. J.B. Mathews, of Hoytville, PA. The funeral was held at the family home at Millerton last week Tuesday afternoon, Rev. John Darrow officiating; burial in Mitchell Mills cemetery. - Wellsboro Agitator, September 10, 1919, p.3

PAYNE George (SRGP 44032)  - George Payne, aged 79 years, died Sept. 19 [1927], at the family home at Millerton, PA, after an illness of over three years. Mr. Payne was a pioneer farmer of Jackson and a successful business man. He moved from his farm shortly at the death [murder] of his wife Rachel Cunningham Payne, and had resided in Millerton since. He was a veteran of the civil war, serving with Co. B, 188th Pennsylvania Volunteers. He was a member of Deming Post, GAR and of the Millerton M.E. Church. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Helen Baldwin Payne; two daughters, Mrs. Myrtle Melhuiah, of Montrose, PA and Mrs. J.B. Mathews of Covington. The funeral was held Wednesday; burial in the Mitchell Mills cemetery, Rev. Mr. Guiles officiating. - Wellsboro Agitator, September 28, 1927, p.1

PEARSON Robert D.
Age 84, a lifelong resident of Millerton, PA, died
after an extended illness Thursday, September 30, 2010, at home. Bob was born in Wellsboro, PA January 11th, 1926. He was the son of late James and Margaret (Douglas) Pearson. He is predeceased by his loving wife, Francis (Bement) Pearson May 4th, 2002. Surviving Bob is his loving daughter, Margaret (Tim) Teed of Millerton; granddaughters, April (Ever) Trevino of Mission, TX, Chantell Teed of Millerton, PA; sister, Helen (Wilmont) Wheeler of Salt Lake City, UT; and several nieces and nephews. Bob was proud to serve his country in the Army during World War II. He worked for NYSEG for over 40 years cutting trees. He had a love for gasoline engines of all types, and antiques. Bob loved being in the outdoors hunting and fishing. He also traveled here and there to visit one and all of his friends. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport Sunday, October 3rd, 2010, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and again on Monday, October 4th, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Funeral services celebrating the life of Bob Pearson will be held at the conclusion of the calling hours at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Jennifer Wolf will officiate. Graveside services will follow at the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA where Bob will be buried next to his wife Francis, whom he dearly missed. Those wishing please make memorials in Robert D. Pearson's name to the Bear Creek Trout Nursery, C/O Jim Andrews, P.O. Box 25, Millerton, PA 16936 or Laurel Home Health/Hospice, 24 Walnut Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 1, 2010

PETERSON –GERALDINE A. GRETH was born November 15, 1942 in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Robert and Hazel Peterson passed away Thursday, November 27, 2014 peacefully at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her infant daughter Amanda C. Tuttle. She is survived by her loving husband Robert L. Greth; her children Arlan (Darcy) Tuttle, Robert (Judy) Briggs, Terrence (Kathy) Briggs, Crystal (Eugene) Ellis, and Gerald (Hope) Tuttle; along with 2 brothers, 2 sisters, several nieces and nephews, 14 grandchildren, and 34 great grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY Sunday, November 30, 2014 from 10:00AM to 12:00PM. Funeral services celebrating Geraldine's life will follow the calling hours at 12:00PM. Interment will take place in Alder Run Cemetery at the convenience of her family. –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/29/2014

PETTITT - Ruth Ann Pettitt, 12, of Millerton, RD1, died Thursday, July 9, 1959. Survived by parents, Mr. & Mrs. Walter Pettitt; maternal grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Leonard Friends of Tioga, PA, paternal grandfather, Walter W. Pettitt of Elmira. Funeral services were held at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira Sunday at 2:30 p.m., the Rev. Laverne Voorhees officiating. Burial in the Alder Run Cemetery. - Mansfield Advertiser, July 1959

PROUDFOOT, Viola (SRGP 81208) -  MRS. VIOLA E. WESTLAKE
 Mrs. Viola E. Westlake, age 83, of Millerton, died Thursday, April 27, 1972 at Arnot Ogden Memorial Hospital.  Funeral service was held at the Olthof Funeral Home Sunday at 1:30 pm.  The Rev. L.C. Voorhees officiated.  Burial was in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, Pa. Survived by husband, Reginald W. Westlake; daughters, Mrs. Thomas (Jeanette) Brown of Millerton, Mrs. John (Alice) Stowell and Mrs. Virgeline Eighmey both of Elmira; sons, Robert G. and Reginald L. Westlake both of Millerton; sister, Mrs. Jeanette Kirby of Cleveland, Ohio; 21 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was a member of hte Millerton United Methodist Church.  She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on July 28, 1888 and resided for many years in Roseville, Pa.

QUEAL Warren F.(SRGP 37328)  Of Millerton, PA Was born September 24, 1916 in Mosherville, PA, the son of the late Will and Nellie (Knapp) Queal, diedon Saturday, July 22, 2006, at the Green Home in Wellsboro, PA, at the age of 89. He is survived by son, Ronald (Theresa) Queal of Fort White, FL; daughters, Brenda (Robert) Bement of Millerton, PA, Patricia (George) Cummings of Tioga, PA; son, Dennis (Patricia) Queal of Howard Beach, NY; along with 15 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Anna, December 9, 2003; and his sister, Lucille Eighmey. Warren retired from the Bendix Corporation after several years of dedicated service. He enjoyed camping, fishing, traveling and picnicking. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., on Wednesday, July 26, 2006, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 7:30 p.m. Funeral Services will follow the visitation at 7:30 p.m. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in the Alder Run Cemetery in Millerton, PA.

ROY, Adam Eugene Of Millerton, PA Age 19, diedvery unexpectedly on Sunday, February 6, 2005, at home. He was born September 6, 1985 in Elmira, NY, the son of Dale E. and Sharon (Wheeler) Roy. His beloved great-grandparents; cousins, Frankie Crater and Richard Barber, predeceased him. Adam is survived by his loving parents, Dale and Sharon, much-loved sister, Justine Roy, all of Millerton, PA; paternal grandparents, John and Shirley Divel of Gillett, PA; maternal grandparents, Rex and Jane Wheeler of Millerton, PA; along with several aunts, uncles, great-aunts, great-uncles, cousins and many close friends. Adam was a 2004 graduate of Williamson High School. Dimon & Bacorn previously employed him, and he was presently employed by the Hilliard Corporation. Adam was a hard worker and always kept himself busy helping others. His favorite season was winter because he loved plowing snow. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Wednesday, February 9, 2005, from 5 to 8 p.m. Funeral Services honoring Adam's life will be held there on Thursday, February 10th, at 11 a.m. The Reverend Douglas Hodge will celebrate the services. Interment will follow in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA.

CARMEN LEE RUTZKE age 83 of Millerton, Pa. On Sunday, November 8th, 2015 the world lost a wonderful man, father, husband, and grandfather. He was born in Elmira, November 28th, 1931; the son of the late Charles and Anna (Mayshak) Rutzke. His infant son, John Rutzke, along with his brothers and sisters, all predeceased him. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Helen (White) Rutzke; and daughters: Debbie (Claude) Cavanaugh, Sue (John) Reese, Melissa Sempler, all of Millerton, and Pam (Jeff) Koski of Van Etten, NY; 9 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; along with several nieces and nephews. He retired after 41 years of employment with MacMillen Bloedel Inc. of Elmira Heights. He was an avid hunter and fishermen. He liked working on cars, models, puzzles, country ATV rides with his grandkids, camping on Seneca Lake and was always ready to help his daughters and others. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY on Friday, November 13th, 2015 from 5:00PM to 7:00PM. Funeral services celebrating Carmen Lee Rutzke's life will follow at the conclusion of the calling hours at 7:00PM. Graveside services will be held Saturday, November 14that 10:00AM at the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. The Revered Laurie Greenlaw will officiate. –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/10/2015

CARMEN LEE RUTZKE age 83 of Millerton, Pa. On Sunday, November 8th, 2015 the world lost a wonderful man, father, husband, and grandfather. He was born in Elmira, November 28th, 1931; the son of the late Charles and Anna (Mayshak) Rutzke. His infant son, John Rutzke, along with his brothers and sisters, all predeceased him. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Helen (White) Rutzke; and daughters: Debbie (Claude) Cavanaugh, Sue (John) Reese, Melissa Sempler, all of Millerton, and Pam (Jeff) Koski of Van Etten, NY; 9 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; along with several nieces and nephews. He retired after 41 years of employment with MacMillen Bloedel Inc. of Elmira Heights. He was an avid hunter and fishermen. He liked working on cars, models, puzzles, country ATV rides with his grandkids, camping on Seneca Lake and was always ready to help his daughters and others. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY on Friday, November 13th, 2015 from 5:00PM to 7:00PM. Funeral services celebrating Carmen Lee Rutzke's life will follow at the conclusion of the calling hours at 7:00PM. Graveside services will be held Saturday, November 14that 10:00AM at the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. The Revered Laurie Greenlaw will officiate. –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/10/2015

SEELEY, Marilyn Mildred Cowburn
Age 80, of Horseheads, NY and formerly of Maurentown, VA and North Syracuse, NY, diedon Wednesday, January 5, 2005, after a short illness. Marilyn, the devoted wife of the late Arthur L. Cowburn, grew up in Millerton, PA area. She is survived by her brothers, Richard Seeley of Tempe, AZ, Jonas Seeley and Wife, Rose Mary, of Pine City, NY; four nieces, Jan, Lynda, Mary, and Kathy; nephew, Jeff; several great-nieces and nephews; four step-sons, David and Richard Cowburn of  Cicero, NY; Douglas Cowburn and wife, Patty of Waterville, NY; Art Cowburn of Seattle, WA; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Marilyn was a strong advocate of, and instrumental in, the founding of the Chemung County Cerebral Palsy Foundation, in conjunction with her mother, the late Mildred Seeley of Millerton, PA. Marilyn selflessly devoted a large portion of her life to the home care of her son, the late Larry W. Hough, and while a resident of North Syracuse, NY, was a volunteer for the Suicide Crisis Center as a hotline operator assisting teenagers in crisis. In her spare time, Marilyn was an avid bowler. Her silent, yet strong, conviction and passionate devotion to those she loved and to the communities she lived in will be greatly missed. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904 on Saturday, January 8, 2005, from 1 to 3 p.m., with funeral and committal services immediately following at 3 p.m. Lay Minister Jennifer Wolf will officiate. Interment will be in the Alder Run Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations in Marilyn’s name may be made to the United Cerebral Palsy House, 398 Old Ithaca Road, Horseheads, NY 14845.

RICHARD JESSE SEELEY (SRGP 70090)
 Richard Jesse Seeley, age 71, of Millerton, Pa., died Tuesday, May 30, 1972 at Arnot Ogden Memorial Hospital.  Funeral service was at the Olthof Funeral Home Thursday at 2:30 pm.  The Rev. Wayne Richards officiated.  Burial was in the Alder Run Cemetery. Survived by wife, Mrs. Mildred (Smith) Seeley; daughter, Mrs. William (Marilyn) Hough of Pine City; sons, Richard James Seeley of Scottsdale, Arizona and Jonas Alan Seeley of Elmira; sister, Mrs. Anna Merritt of Elmira; six grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Mr. Seeley was a member of the Mitchell Mills Grange and a Millerton area farmer.

Mr. Richard Jesse Seeley, age 71, of Millerton, Penna, Tuesday, May 30, 1972 at Arnot Ogdon Memorial Hospital. Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services there Thursday at 2:30 p.m.. The Rev. Wayne Richards of the Millerton United Methodist Church officiating. Burial Alder Run Cemetery. Survived by wife, Mrs. Mildred (Smith) Seeley; daughter, Mrs. William (Marilyn) Hough of Pine City; sons, Richard James Seeley of Scottsdale, AZ and Jonas Alan Seeley of Elmira; sister, Mrs. Anna Merritt of Elmira; six grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Mr. Selley was a member of the Mitchell Mills Grange and a Millerton area farmer.

SEELY – Tylee W. Seely, 64, of Millerton died Wednesday, March 1, 1961. He was a retired employee of Harris, McHenry & Baker Lumber Company, Elmira. Survived by wife, Mrs. Flossie Purvis Seely; daughter, Mrs. Philoma Mae Hogancamp of Millerton; sons, James A. of Schenectady, John A. of Millerton; father, Ethan Seely of Winfield, Kan.; sisters, Mrs. Mary A. White of Elmira, Miss Edith P. Seely of Winfield, Kan.; 9 grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Shaw & Robena Funeral Home, Mansfield on Sunday at 2 PM, the Rev. David Tucker and Mr. George Johnson officiating. Burial was in Alder Run Cemetery. – Mansfield Advertiser, 8 March 1961, p.5

SIX , Sandra L. “Sissy” Hamilton
Age 53, of Millerton, PA, diedunexpectedly Friday, January 21, 2005, at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She is survived by her parents, Dan and Marjorie Six of Lawrenceville, PA; husband, Steven O. Hamilton of Millerton, PA; children, Kiplan T. Baldwin of Lawrenceville, PA, Cindy Lou Alexander of Fort Walton Beach, FL., and Steven T. Hamilton of Lexington, KY; grandchildren, Alex Baldwin, Megan Alexander, Sara Alexander; also four sisters and four brothers. Sandra was the Secretary for her husband at Steve’s American Lifetime Muffler Shop, Elmira, NY. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Tuesday, January 25, 2005, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with Funeral and Committal Service there Tuesday evening at 8:00 p.m. Burial will be held at Alder Run Cemetery, Alder Run, PA, at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make donations to Sandra’s family to help defer expenses, c/o Steve Hamilton, RR#1 Box 79A, Millerton, PA 16936

SMITH - WHITE, MRS. ADA M.
 Age 83, of 12-A Benita Avenue, Elmira Heights, Sunday, November 3, 1985 at the Arnot-Ogden Memorial Hospital.  Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm with Funeral Services there Tuesday at 1 pm, the Rev. R. Richard Vogel officiating.  Interment, Alder Run Cemetery.  Survived by sisters, Edith Brooks, of Elmira, Sarah Griffin of Mansfield, PA, Eleanor Wright of Millerton, PA, Jennie Wilson of Horseheads; step-brothers, Burt and William Smith of Mansfield, PA; granddaughters, Miss Diana Leonard of Horseheads, Mrs. Bruce (Judy) Smith of Elmira Heights, Mrs. Harry (Joanne) Stoddard of Horseheads, Mrs. Michael (Roxanne) Bobby of Elmira; son-in-law, Ernest Leonard of Elmira; 8 great-grandchildren; aunt, Nora Smith of Millerton, PA; uncle, Milton Stone of Elmira Heights; several nieces and nephews. [Note - Burt and William Smith were half brothers, not step brothers as stated in the obituary]

SMITH CHARLES
Wellsboro Agitator – April 16, 1924
Millerton, April 14 – Charles Smith, a lifelong resident of this township, died Saturday at his home at Jackson Summit, aged about 80 years.  He is survived by his widow, one daughter, Mrs. Alice Wilson, of Lawrenceville, one son, Charles, of Jackson and several grandchildren.  The funeral will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Alder Run Baptist church, burial at Alder Run.  He was a veteran of the civil war, having served in Co. E., 86th N. Y. Regt, and was a member of Deming Post, G A R, and of Mitchell’s Grange.

SMITH – Clark B. Smith, 91, of Allandale, FL, formerly of Millerton, PA, died Sunday April 1, 1962. He was a member of the Daggett Methodist Church and a 50-year member of Mitchell Mills Grange. Survived by daughter, Mrs. James Holecek of Millerton; son Richard M. Smith of Allandale, FL; sister, Mrs. Mittie Giles of Lawrenceville, PA; 11 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; 8 great great grandchildren. Funeral service will be held Thursday at 1 PM at Shaw & Robena Funeral Home, Mansfield, the Rev. Owen Barrett and Rev. Earl Smith officiating. Burial will be in Alder Run Cemetery. – Mansfield Advertiser, 4 April 1962

SMITH –MRS. LAURA BERNICE ANDREWS age 87 of Millerton RD 1, PA Monday, November 20, 1989.  Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Tuesday evening 7 to 9 pm and Wednesday 2 to 7 pm with funeral and committal service there at the conclusion of calling hours, Wednesday afternoon.  Rev. Allen Hulslander officiating.  Interment, Alder Run Cemetery.  The family would greatly appreciate contributions to Millerton Uni9ted Methodist Church Building fund, PO Box 82, Millerton, PA.  Survived by husband of 69 years, Chester A. Andrews; daughter and son-in-law, Yvonne Ruth and Fritz Graves of Millerton; grandchildren, Gordon and Beverly Graves of Millerton, Larry and Joyce Graves of Mainesburg, PA, Mike and Mary Graves of Baldwinsville, NY, Janice and Lee Sturgill of Elmira, Donald Grave of Dover, PA; 6 great-grandchildren.  Laura was a member of Millerton United Methodist Church, member of the College of Regents and life member of Women of the Moose #517 Elmira, retired Secretary from Miller Chevrolet, Millerton, PA, retired Bus Contractor with many years of service, former Secretary of Alder Run Cemetery Association, life member of South Creek Rod and Gun Club, life member of Mountain Laurel Trailer Club and member of the Mansfield Chapter O.E.S. –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/21/1989 [Laura B. Smith, daughter of William N. and Lillie R. BURLEY Smith]

SMITH, Mr. Richard M. - (SRGP 43910) Age 75, of Daggett, PA, Wednesday, October 18, 1978, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA. Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Funeral services there Saturday at 2 pm. The Rev. Rodney Miller officiating. Interment Alder Run Cemetery. In lieu of flowers it was his request that contributions be made to the Geisinger Medical Center for the Cancer Research Fund in care of the Development Office, of Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA 17821. He is survived by his wife, Velma Eighmey Smith, daughters, Mrs. Charles (Irene) Winterstein and Mrs. Gordon (Pauline) Martin, sons, Richard N. Smith and Robert C. Smith, all of Daggett, PA, 10 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, sister, Mrs. violet Holecek of Millerton, several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was a member of the Daggett United Methodist Church, a founder and member of the Big Elm Volunteer Fire Department in Daggett. He was also a member of several travel trailer clubs. Having retired from the black topping business in 1956 at which time -----.

RICHARD N. 'DICK' SMITH, age 89, of Daggett, PA passed away on Monday, November 11, 2019 peacefully at home with his family by his side. Dick was predeceased by his parents, Richard M. and Velma Eighmey Smith. Dick is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Beverly Smith; children, Sharon (Ronald) Knapp, Sandy (Joseph Holly) Smith, Randall (Eileen) Smith, Ricanne (Harold) Wheeler and Judy (Jeff) Woodruff; 15 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; sisters, Irene Winterstein and Pauline Martin; and brother, Robert C. (Linda) Smith. Dick owned and operated his own excavating business for over 60 years. In 1972, Dick and Beverly opened Smith's Harley Davidson in Daggett, PA which they enjoyed for 28 years. He was a life member of Big Elm Volunteer Fire Department, charter member of Wells-Jackson Lions Club and a member of the Daggett United Methodist Church. Dick belonged to the Twin Tier Vintage Car Club, Sullivan Trail A's and a life-long member of the H.O.G., the AMA, and NRA. He loved working, plowing snow, touring with the antique car clubs and taking the grandchildren for rides in the Harley Davidson side car. He was an avid deer hunter. In his last days he found great joy in his great-grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY on Thursday, November 14, 2019 from 4 pm to 6 pm and on Friday, November 15, 2019 from 10 am to 11 am with funeral services following at 11 am. Graveside services will be private in Alder Run Cemetery. Reverend Jennifer Wolf will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Big Elm Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 249, Millerton, PA or Daggett United Methodist Church, 84 Church Street, Millerton, PA. A special thanks to the Guthrie Hospice of Towanda for their support and guidance. -Elmira Star-Gazette 11/13/2019

 

SMITH, Joshua [SRGP 60106] - West Jackson, Sept. 18, 1900 - Mr. Joshua Smith, aged over 80 years, died September 7th. His funeral was held on the following Sunday from the West Jackson church. The members of Mitchell's Mills Grange, of which the deceased was a member, attended the funeral in a body and conducted the burial. - Wellsboro Agitator, September 19, 1900

 

SMITH, Mary – Miss Mary Smith, of Alder Run, died Wednesday morning at her home after a short illness of pneumonia, aged 65 years.  The funeral was held Friday at the West Jackson church, Rev. Seymour Barrett officiating; burial in the Alder Run cemetery.  Deceased is survived by one brother, Charles Smith, of Jackson Summit, and two sisters, Mrs. Harry Cook, of Millerton, and another sister in Corning.   Wellsboro Agitator, 31 Dec. 1919.

 

SMITH Wilfred (SRGP 43890) Age 74, of Alder Run Road, Millerton, PA, diedin peace on Tuesday, December 12, 2006, at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira. Wilfred was the son of the late J. Edson and Velma Irene Smith. He was born on January 4, 1932. He is survived by his sons, James Smith of Pine City, NY, Scott (Corina) Smith of Lawrenceville, PA; grandchildren, Ashleigh, Kyle, Brenden; sisters, Carolyn Thorp of Millerton, PA, Wanda Allford of Milan, PA; sister-in-law, Patricia and Bud Miley of Millerton, PA; several nieces, nephews and close friends. Wilfred was predeceased by his beloved wife, Vicky Lou H. Smith in 1994. He was the proud owner and dedicated operator of the century old family farm, Hill Crest Oaks Dairy in Tioga County, Alder Run Road, PA. He was a faithful member of West Jackson Baptist Church, and a member of the Grange and Dairylea. Wilfred was a bus driver for the Coryland area for many years. He loved hunting and watching deer. Wilfred was devoted to his grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, on Friday, December 15, 2006, from 5 to 8 p.m. with funeral and committal there at 8:00 p.m. Walter Barnes will officiate. Interment will take place in the Alder Run Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to West Jackson Baptist Church or Falck Cancer Center.

WILLIAM N. SMITH, Millerton.  Body is at Kuhl Funeral Home, Lawrenceville and will be removed to family home today. (Mar. 30, 1948)  Friends may call tonight from 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral Wednesday 2 p.m. Rev. C. L. Terrill.  Alder Run Cemetery.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 3/30/1934

STAFFORD –HAZEL M. TILLINGHAST, age 89, of Lawrenceville, PA, died Tuesday, August 5, 2014 at The Green Home, Wellsboro, PA. She was born July 31, 1925 in Wellsboro, PA, a daughter of Leonard and Hattie (Friends) Stafford. She was the wife of the late George W. Tillinghast. Hazel worked as a cook for Cuda's, Rotzell's and Schoonover's restaurants. She enjoyed cooking, plants, her cats, long rides in the country, ice cream cones and loved her family. Hazel is survived by a son, Gerald Tillinghast of Lawrenceville, PA; two daughters and sons-in-law, Bonnie and Danny Eldred of Ocala, FL, Ida Mae and Roger Fisher of Lawrenceville, PA; a sister, Esther Berry of Jackson Summit, PA; eight grandchildren, Patrick Fisher, Rogina Bonomo, Joshua (Mary) Fisher, Jody (Annie) Fisher, Heather (Chuck) Sorge, Gregory Fisher, Donna Tillinghast, Erica (Frank) Dibitetetto; 14 great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, George; two brothers, John and Howard Stafford. Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, August 7, 2014 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will follow at 4:00 PM at the funeral chapel with Pastor Debbie Button officiating. Burial will be in Alder Run Cemetery. –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/7/2014

MR. LEONARD L. STAFFORD age 48 of Millerton RD 1, Pa., Saturday, July 23, 1977 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home Monday evening 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral and committal services will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the Millerton Wesleyan Church, the Rev. James Wilson officiating.  Interment Alder Run Cemetery.  Survived by his wife, Christine (Dapp) Stafford; three daughters, Mrs. Duane (Rita Christine) Wallace of Millerton, Donna Kathleen and Lisa Ann both at home; grandson Lon Eric Wallace of Millerton; two sisters, Mrs. George (Hazel) Tillinghast of Lawrenceville, Pa., Mrs. Fred (Esther) Berry of Millerton; brother, Howard Stafford of Lawrenceville, PA; several nieces and nephews.  He was a member of the Millerton Wesleyan Church and a retired employee of American LaFrance.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/25/1977

 

STEWART Clara Stewart Brewer

Age 92, at her home near Millerton, PA surrounded by loving family, Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012. She was born in Hornellsville, NY September 23rd, 1919, the daughter of the late Harold and Louise Schwartz Stewart. Her sister, Betty Sherwood and brother, Harold Stewart predeceased her. Surviving Clara is her husband of 67 years, Bradley L. Brewer of Millerton; daughter and son-in-law, Carol (Michael) Prince of Marlton, NJ; sons and daughter-in-law, Robert S. (Donna) Brewer of Tioga, PA, David P. Brewer of Wellsville, NY, Donald B. of Millerton, PA; sister and brother-in-law, Beverly (Joe) White of Suffern, NY; sister-in-law, Doris Stewart of Hornell, NY. Family and friends will be received on Saturday, February 25th, 2012, her 67th Wedding Anniversary, at the Jackson Summit Baptist Church, 2851 Rt. 328, Millerton, PA from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the conclusion of the calling hours at 1:00 p.m. Graveside services will follow at the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. The Reverend Benjamin Lanning will officiate. Clara spent most of her married life in the Millerton area. She helped to manage the family farm until their retirement in 1980. She served in the Jackson Summit Baptist Church wherever her service was needed, including playing the organ and keeping church records. She was known for her brown bread and other dishes she cooked for fellowship dinners and other events of the church. Memorials in Clara Brewer's name may be made to the Jackson Summit Baptist Church, 2851 Rt. 328, Millerton, PA 16936. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.   Star Gazette - February 23, 2012

 

STEWART. Mary Graham – Miller, Dec. 15 – Mrs. Mary Graham died Thursday, aged about 87 years.  She is survived by one son, W.H. Graham, of this place; two daughters, Mrs. Sarah Bechton, of Binghamton, and Mrs. John Henry, of Trumansburg; one brother, Myron Stewart, of Lawrenceville, and several grandchildren.  The funeral will be held to-day from the home of her son; burial at Alder Run.   Wellsboro Agitator, 17 Dec. 1919

 

THALL Robert B.
On February 26th, 2008 Robert B. Thall of Canton diedquietly at Bradford County Manor. He was 89 years of age. Born in New Albany, PA on September 23rd, 1918, he was the son of Joseph and Rose Elizabeth (Dibble) Thall. Having lost his father at an early age, young Robert was enrolled in Philadelphia's Girard College, a boarding school for fatherless boys. After graduation he returned to the Twin Tiers and was employed as a machinist, first at American-LaFrance in Elmira and later at Corning Glass, from which he retired in 1982. He enjoyed hunting and fishing in his younger days, and was an active member of the Canton Senior Citizens Club for many years. He was a man of faith who enjoyed the fellowship of the North Union Christian Church. Robert is survived by his wife, Florence (Pengally) Thall at home; sons, James (& Nancy) Thall of Millerton and William Thall of Elmira Heights; daughters, Patricia (& Wilbur) Brown of Gillett, Rose Elizabeth Herring and Joan Hall, both of Horseheads and June (& Steve) Crozier of Syracuse; stepchildren, John Schill, Thomas Schill, Larry Schill, and Carol Frantz; foster son, George Kelley; sister-in-law, Alberta Thall of New Albany; nephew, Bruce Thall; seven grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Beatrice; his second wife, Carmeta; and brothers, Ralph and Gene. Calling hours will be Saturday, March 1st, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Morse & Kleese Funeral Home, Inc., 40 N. Center Street, Canton. Funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Duane Taylor officiating. Interment will follow in the Alder Run Cemetery.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 2/28/2008.

TILLINGHAST –ELIZABETH T. COLLUM, 93, of Tioga, PA, passed away August 5, 2015, at home. She was born October 18, 1921 in Lawrence Township, the daughter of Ernest & Vera Middaugh Tillinghast. Elizabeth is survived by four daughters & two sons-in-law, Sandra Gilbert of Millerton, PA, Linda & Gary Root of Millerton, PA, Connie Heyler of Westfield, PA, Lois & Scott Wood of Tioga, PA, a sister, Beverly Corwin of Holliday, FL, 10 grandchildren, & 12 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Allen in 2008. Private funeral services will be held at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, with Rev. Mary Dotson officiating. Burial in Alder Run Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Elizabeth's memory may be made to the Lawrenceville Firemen's Ambulance Association PO Box 177 Lawrenceville, PA. –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/7/2015

TOTTEN Mary Lou Collum
Of Millerton, PA, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, December 1st at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born May 27th, 1929, daughter of the late Daniel and Myrtle (Edger) Totten, Mary lived a life of love and of giving and was happiest of all when doing for others. Most recently providing home care with the same loving attention to the infirm as she lavished on her family. Many are those who were fed at her table with her well known home cooking, ever present baked treats, her forthright advice, her wise counsel and her unique humor. Chief among her passions, were her husband Wilton (Bill) Collum, who predeceased her in 1997, and her five children who survive her; Bill (Becky) Collum of Lawrenceville, PA; Allan (Myrilee) Collum of Erie, PA; Phillip Collum of Millerton, PA; LuAnn Collum (Charlie Peterson) of Edison, NJ; Lynette (Tim) Wales of Millerton, PA. Also surviving are nine grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Bill, Mary was predeceased by her five siblings; Lionel Totten, Daniel Totten, Ruby Manning, Eileen Kjellen, and Helen Roe. In keeping with Mary' wishes, there will be no prior calling hours. A Memorial Service in celebration of her life will be held at the Millerton Wesleyan Church, Main Street Millerton, PA 16936 on Saturday, December 4th at 12:00 (noon). Pastor Laurie Greenlaw and her grandson, Bill Collum Jr. will officiate. Interment will take place privately at the convenience of her family in the Alder Run Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest with her beloved husband Bill. Memorial donations may be directed to the Millerton Wesleyan Church or to the Laurel Home Health Hospice. Envelopes will be available at the church. Star Gazette - December 3, 2010

UPDYKE –MRS. CASSIE UPDYKE SMITH of Millerton RD, Pa.  The body is at the Shaw & Robena Funeral Home, Mansfield, Pa. where friends may call.  Funeral there Saturday (Aug. 21, 1954) at 2:30 p.m., the Rev. Floyd Guiles.  Alder Run (Pa.) Cemetery.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/20/1954

VAN ORDER IRENE VanORDER WHITE
Irene N. Van Order White, 77, Tuesday, May 9, 2000, at home. Born Oct. 29, 1922, in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of Curtis L. and Mary Elizabeth (Dungan) Van Order. She taught music at the Knapp School of Music for many years. Preceding her in death was her husband, Albert White; daughter, Nancy Stewart; and two sons, Steve and Gerald. Surviving are two sons and daughters-in-law, Gene and Donna White of Pine City, NY, and Bruce and Cathy White of Pine City, NY; grandchildren, Todd, Collene, Bobby, Mike, Gena, Lewis, Bruce, Lori and Tom Stewart; great-grandchildren, Ashley, Leslie, Olivia and Alexis; six sisters and brothers-in-law, Nellie Jones of Daytona Beach, Fla., Helen and Vernon Dochlerman of Lancaster, Betty and Victor Mengee of Wellsboro, Mildred Mengee of Manheim, Verna and John Gleason of Middlebury Center and Florence Tipple of Wellsboro; two brothers, Donald Van Order of Tioga and Ralph Van Order of Tioga; sisters-in-law, Clara Van Order of Mountville and Elouise Sproule; brothers-in-law and their wives, Don and Rena White and Wayne and Beverly White. Memorial services were held Saturday, May 13, at the Olthof Funeral Home, Elmira, NY, with the Rev. David Hays officiating. Burial was made at Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton. Memorial donations may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation, Suite 900, Mony Tower 11, 120 Madison St., Syracuse, NY 13202 or the charity of one's choice.

DONALD E. VINSEK, 56 of Troy RD 3 died Friday Dec. 4, 1987 as the result of a motor vehicle accident. Mr. Vinsek was born Sept. 6, 1931 in Hecla, PA, the son of Frank Vinsek Sr. and Jennie Mae Ghrist Vinsek. He was a machine operator for Sylvania in Towanda. Mr. Vinsek was a member of the Jackson Center United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Janis Everett Vinesk; children: Norman Vinsek of Millerton, Cheryl Seymour of Sylvania, Phillip Vinsek of Dallas, TX and Janeen Vinsek of Troy; four grandchildren, Robert Ackley and Steven Seymour, Brad and Travis Vinsek; sisters and brothers: Mrs. Edward (Mabel) Seanor of Armbrust, PA, William Vinsek of Lorain, Ohio, Mrs. Karl (Eliza) Green of Oklawaha, FL, Mrs. Isabelle Armbrust of San Diego, CA, David Vinsek of Armbrust, PA; several nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to attend a funeral and committal service at the Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Wednesday at 1 p.m. The Rev. Edward Thigpen will officiate. Interment will be in Alder Run Cemetery. –Towanda Daily Review

WALES - MILLER, Laura Mae Wales
78, of Sayre, PA, diedThursday, March 5, 2009, at the Elderwood at Tioga Nursing Facility in Waverly, NY. Born September 6, 1930, in Elmira, NY, she was a daughter of the late William B. and Mina Florine Henry Wales. Laura was a graduate of Millerton High School, class of 1948 and also a graduate of Robert Packer Hospital School of Nursing, class of 1951. In 1962 she helped organize the South Creek Fireman's Auxiliary and from 1964 to 1975 Laura taught the nursery class at the Baptist Church in Fassett, PA. She was employed by the Bradford County Manor as the Supervisor of Nurses for over 20 years retiring in 1995. Laura enjoyed crocheting and drawing. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Surviving are daughters, Charlotte and John Steele of Aurora, Colorado, Laura Mae Miller of Sayre, Kathryn and Kurt DeWalt of Millerton RR 2, Jenny Miller of Athens; sons, Russell and Carman Miller of Milan RR 1, Charles and Danielle Miller of Ulster, PA, James Miller and his companion, Danielle of Athens RR 2; nine grandchildren, Jessica and Allison Miller, Meghan Thompson, Laura Ann DeWalt, Mary Williams, Elizabeth Crooks, Michael Williams, Bryan DeWalt, James Miller; sisters, Hazel Pettite of Millerton, PA, Frances Woughter of Pine City, NY; brothers, Maxwell Wales of Millerton, PA, George Wales of Millerton, PA, Harrison Wales of Millerton, PA, Robert Wales of Tucson, AZ, Donald Wales of Millerton, PA; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mina Wales in 1962; her father, William Wales in 1970; a brother, Joseph Wales in 1976; a sister, Leda Montgomery; brothers-in-law, William Montgomery in 1977, Claude Page in 1981, Pete Pettite in 1976 and Fayette Rundell in 1997.   Private Graveside Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. There are no calling hours. Arrangements are under the direction of the Alteri-Bowen Funeral Home, 314 Desmond St., Sayre, PA.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/6/2009

WALES Maxwell H.
Maxwell H. Wales, age 91, of Millerton, PA, died
Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at The Green Home, Wellsboro, PA. Maxwell was born June 26, 1918 in Millerton, PA, a son of William and Mina (Henry) Wales. He was married for 41 years to the late Marie H. (Lownsberry) Wales who died in July, 1989. He retired from General Electric after 33 years of employment. Maxwell was a member of the Jackson Summit Baptist Church. He enjoyed hunting and trapping, cutting firewood, and his welding shop. He was a U.S. Army veteran having served during WWII. Maxwell graduated from Millerton High School in 1934. Maxwell is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, James and Belinda Wales of Millerton, PA, John and Susan Wales of Millerton, PA; two daughters and three sons-in-law, Joyce (Sonny) Tanner of Millerton, PA, Jayne (Rick) Huber of Elmira, NY Duane Harvey of Lancaster, PA; twelve grandchildren; twenty-two great grandchildren; four brothers, Harrison (Erma), G. Donald (Janet), George (Beverly) all of Millerton, PA and Robert of Tucson, AZ; a sister, Frances Woughter of Pine City, NY, a brother-in-law and a sister-in-law Donald (Marilyn) Decker of Oak Harbor, WA and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Marie; a daughter, Judith Harvey; two brothers, Joseph and William Wales, II., four sisters, Eva Purvis, Leda Montgomery, Laura Mae Miller, and Hazel Pettit. Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, May 22nd, 2010 from 2 to 5 PM at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Funeral services with military honors will follow the viewing at 2PM at the funeral home with the Rev. Douglas Hodge officiating. Burial will be in Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to the Millerton Fire Department Millerton, PA 16936, Jackson Summit Baptist Church, Millerton, PA 16939 or to the charity of your choice. – Elmira Star Gazette, May 19, 2010

WALES – William Byron Wales, age 87, of Millerton RD1, died Thursday October 22, 1970. Funeral Services were at the Shaw & Robena Funeral Home on Monday at 1 PM. The Rev. Edward Van Wicklin officiated. Burial was in the Alder Run Cemetery. Survived by daughters, Mrs. Eva Purvis of Breesport, NY, Mrs. Frances Page of Elmira, Mrs. Leda Montgomery of Wellsboro, Mrs. Hazel Pettit of Millerton, Mrs. Lura Miller of Fassett, PA; sons, Robert of Tucson, Arizona, Joseph, William, Maxwell, George, Harrison and Donald all of Millerton; sister, Mrs. Esther Paris of Millerton; 71 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was a member of the Mitchell Mills Grange for over 50 years. – Wellsboro Gazette, 29 October 1970, p.17

WALKER –DIANE L. HILL, age 63, of Millerton, PA, died Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at Buffalo General Hospital, Buffalo, NY. Diane was born October 23, 1950 in Elmira, NY, a daughter of Clarence and Eleanor (Hanmore) Walker. She is survived by her companion, LeRoy Jayne. Diane owned and operated her own flea market. Diane is survived by five sons and daughters-in-law, Floyd and Elizabeth Walker of Berwick, PA, Dondi and Robin Jayne of Millerton, PA, Jason and Penny Jayne of Binghamton, NY, Todd Jayne of Elmira, NY, Neal Jayne of Elmira, NY; five daughters, Julie Walker of Knoxville, PA, Jennifer Heasley of TX, Michelle and Ray Vough, Barton, NY, Lorri Heasley of Columbia Cross Roads, PA, Cindy Schoner of Liberty, KY; many grandchildren, great grandchildren nieces, nephews and cousins; a brother and sister-in-law, Leonard and Patricia Walker of Bath, NY; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Barbie and Frank Rouse of Naples, NY, Elaine and William Jenkins of Ft. Meyers, FL. She was predeceased by a brother, Gary Walker, and a sister, Melva Jean Clark. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. A memorial service will follow at 7:00 PM at the funeral chapel. Burial will be in Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. –Elmira Star-Gazette 9/11/2014

ROBERT G. ‘NORM’ WESTLAKE age 82 of Millerton, Pennsylvania. Passed away Saturday, August 8th, 2015 at the Green Home in Wellsboro. Robert was born the son of the late Reginald and Viola (Proudfoot) Westlake, July 29th, 1933 in Elmira. He is survived by his sons, Robert (Diana), William (Carla) and Bradley (Drew); five Grandchildren, Brooke (Garlen) Patt, Janelle (Jordan) Collum, Derek (Danielle) Westlake, Aaron (Paige) Westlake and Troy (Vanessa) Westlake; great-grandchildren, Parker William Collum, and Hunter Lee Patt; a sister, Alice Stowell of Elmira; and several nieces and nephews. His wife, Frances J. Smith; two sisters, Virgiline Eighmey and Jeannette Brown; brother, Reginald Westlake; and special friend, Glenn Friends all predecease him. In service to his country he served in the United States Navy from 1951-1955 on the USS Dortch. He started his working career at Hoyts Feed Store in Jackson Summit, along with making candy for the A&P and for many years at the American LaFrance prior to their closing. In 2002, he retired after working for the Jackson Township. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY Tuesday, August 11th, 2015 from 4:00PM to 7:00PM. Funeral services will be held there Wednesday, August 12th, 2015 at 10:00AM. Graveside services with full military honors accorded in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA will follow. Pastor Gere Reist will officiate. Those wishing please make memorials in Robert G. Westlake to the Big Elm Fire Department or the Millerton Fire Department. –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/10/2015

 

ALBERT L. WHEELER JR.. age 83 of Merriam Rd. Wellsburg, NY; passed away Sun. Feb 7, 2016 at home after a 20 year battle with strokes. He was born June 5, 1932 in Elmira to Albert Sr. & Harriett Fitzgerald Wheeler, who predeceased him along with his older sister, Helen Jean Wheeler; and his beloved granddaughters, Sarah Anne in 2007 and Harriett Elizabeth Hughes in 2011. Albert is survived by his wife, Dolores Griffin Wheeler. They grew up and were married in Millerton, PA Aug. 28, 1955. The couple have two sons and daughters-in-law, Albert III (Cinthia) Wheeler, Hagaman, NY; Michael (Michelle) Wheeler, Colorado Springs, CO; two daughters, Anne (Joseph) Caruana and Amy Kuczka (Marcus) both in Elmira; three grandchildren, Alexander, Michael, and Carmen. Albert graduated from Southside High School Class of 1950, served from 1950-1953 as a forward observer in the Korean Conflict, returned to graduate with a B.S. in Education from Mansfield University in 1958 and later an M.S. in Education from Elmira College. He was a teacher in the Elmira City School Dist. for 32 years, beginning in Wellsburg in 1958 and retiring from Parley Coburn in 1991. Albert was a member of the American Legion, V.F.W. and New Beginnings U.M. Church. His loves were flying, travel, real estate, hunting, friends, and family. The family would like to thank the V.A., Care First, for their stellar care and support, especially Carrie, Mary Lynn, Anne Marie, Patience, Wendy and Heidi. We gathered in Hammondsport in the summer of 2015 to celebrate our 60th anniversary and we will gather there again to remember Albert's life, a retirement, and observe the graduations of his grandsons. Late summer will find us in Millerton and Button Hill for our family reunions. There will be no calling hours or public services. Interment will be in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA at the family's convenience. Remember Albert by helping to find cures for Alzheimer's, Cancer, and Diabetes, or seek and provide opportunities to enrich, encourage, and educate young people. –Elmira Star-Gazette 2/10//2016

 

WHEELER, Mr. Albert L. Sr. (Bisky)
Elmira, N.Y., Thursday, Feb. 19, 1976
Age 74 of 1200 Penna. Ave., Wednesday, Feb. 18, 1976 at the Arnot Ogden Hospital. Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral and committal services there Friday at 1:00 p.m., the Rev. Roland Osgood officiating. Burial Alder Run Cemetery. Survived by his wife of 49 years, Harriett Fitzgerald Wheeler; daughter, Helen Jean Wheeler, at home; son and daughter-in-law, Albert and Dolores Wheeler, of Elmira; four grandchildren, Albert L. Wheeler III, Michael, Anne and Amy Wheeler, all of Elmira; several nieces and nephews. He was the founder of Sheeler’s Garage and Wrecker Service at Bulkhead which he operated for over 30 years prior to his retirement. He was an Honory Member of the Millerton, Southport, and Wellsburg Volunteer Fire Departments. He was an Honorary Member of the Pine City Rod & Gun Club. Those wishing may make contributions to the Heart Fund or for Diabetes Research.

 

WHEELER Beverly H. White

formerly of Elmira, presently of Murrells Inlet, SC died Sat. Mar. 17, 2012 in Zephyrhills, FL following an illness at the age of 82. Born on Jan. 23, 1930 in Elmira, Beverly was the daughter of the late, Earl & Freda Fitzgerald Wheeler. She married Wayne White on Jan. 8, 1949. Beverly retired from the Elmira Heights School Dist after many dedicated years as the Kitchen Manager. Prior to retirement, she was employed by the Hanover and Dallas PA School Districts. Beverly enjoyed traveling and family times. She is survived by her loving family, husband and companion of 63 years, Wayne White, Murrells Inlet, SC; daughters, Carolyn (Kenneth) Miles, Murrells Inlet, SC; Rhonda (Jerome) Satchell, Summerville, SC; grandchildren, Brett (Shannon) Miles; Bekki Stevens, Bradd (Brandi) Miles, Taisha Satchell, Darrol Satchell, Michael (Pascale) Satchell and Craig (Emma) Satchell; great grandchildren, Jacob, Jillian, Taylor, Abby, Mykenzi, Lukas, Brayden, Shannon, Renee, Courtney, Olivia, Samuel, Sidonie, Ellena and Grace; sister, Virginia (Oliver) Button, Millerton, PA; brothers, Earl (Myrtle) Wheeler, Pine City; Richard (Lois) Wheeler, Gillett, PA; nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Thur. Mar. 22, 2012 between the hours of 6-8 p.m. and again on Fri. 9-11 a.m. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. with the Rev. William Vallet officiating. Graveside services will follow in Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA; Memorial donations may be directed to Gulfside Regional Hospice, 5760 Dean Dairy Rd. Zephyrhills, FL 13541 to accommodate visiting family's meals and or the nursing staff.   Star Gazette – March 23, 2012

EARL F. WHEELER, age 82 of Pine City, passed away Wed. Feb. 11, 2015 at Geisinger Medical Center following declining health. Born on June 13, 1932 in Elmira, NY, Earl was the son of the late, Earl & Freda Fitzgerald Wheeler. He married Myrtle Loughridge on Sept. 19, 1953. Earl was employed as the Lindley Post Master for many years until his retirement. In service to his country, Earl was a U.S. Army Veteran. He enjoyed farming, winters in Florida and loved time with his cherished family. Earl is survived by his loving family, wife and companion, Myrtle Loughridge Wheeler; their children, Jeffery Wheeler, Pine City, NY, Kevin (Patti) Wheeler, Tioga, PA, David (Colleen) Wheeler, Millerton, PA, Greg (Kim) Wheeler, Michele (Duane Robbins) Sproule, Alyson (Kevin) Slusser, Tommy (Lisa) Wheeler all of Pine City, NY; sister, Virginia (Oliver) Button, Jackson Summit, PA; brother, Richard (Lois) Wheeler, Gillett, PA; brother-in-law, Wayne White, SC; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and family friends. In addition to his parents, Earl was predeceased by a son, Fred Wheeler and sister, Beverley White. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport/Elmira, NY on Mon. Feb. 16. 2015 between the hours of 5-7 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 7:15 p.m. where military honors will be accorded Mr. Wheeler. Interment will take place at the family's convenience in Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. Memorial donations may be directed to the charity of one's choice in his memory. –Elmira Star-Gazette 2/13/2015

WHEELER Helen Jean

Age 83, of Able 2, 398 Old Ithaca Rd. Horseheads, NY, died Saturday morning, March 26th, 2011 at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center. Helen was born in Elmira, January 17th, 1928, the daughter of the late, Albert L. & Harriett Fitzgerald Wheeler. She was predeceased by her great niece, Sarah Hughes in 2007. Helen is survived by her brother, Albert L. (Dolores) Wheeler, Hammondsport; nephews, Albert L. (Cindi) Wheeler, Elmira; Michael (Michelle) Wheeler, Colorado Springs, CO; nieces, Anne (Joe) Caruana, Elmira; Amy (Michael) Kuczka, Corning; great nephews, Alexander L. Wheeler, Elmira; Michael James Wheeler Colorado Springs, CO; great nieces, Harriett Hughes, Corning; Carmen Coppola, Elmira; as well as numerous cousins, relatives and friends, particularly those at Able 2 who cared so much for Helen in her later years. Family and friends will be received at New Beginnings Church, 300 E. Miller St. Elmira, NY 14904 on Thursday, March 31, 2011 between the hours of 1 - 3 p.m. Funeral Services will follow the visitation at 3 p.m. with the Reverend Mike Weeden officiating. Burial will take place in Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA at her family's convenience. Memorial may be directed to Able 2, 398 Old Ithaca Rd. Horseheads, NY 14845 in Helen's memory.  Star Gazette – March 27, 2011

 

WHEELER –MRS. LEONA (WHEELER) WHITE age 82 of Pine City RD 2, Friday April 26, 1974 at the Arnot Ogden Memorial, Hospital.  Friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral services there Monday at 1 p.m., Rev. Robert Delorme of Oakwood United Methodist Church officiating, burial in Alder Run Cemetery, West Jackson, Penna.  Survived by Sherman Wheeler of Pine city, RD; daughter, Mrs. Eloise Sproule of Elmira; sons, Lester White of Wellsboro, Penna., Albert White of Pine City, RD, Donald White of Elmira and Wayne White of Horseheads; brothers, Cecil Wheeler of Millerton, Penna. And Norman Wheeler of Lawrenceville, Penna.; 21 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 4/28/1974

 

LEWIS W. WHEELER SR., 89 of Millerton Monday, Dec. 18, 1961.  He was a retired farmer and a member of Alder Run Baptist Church.  Survived by wife, Mrs. Gordie Grover Wheeler; sons, Cecil and Wilmont of Millerton, Norman of Lawrenceville; daughter, Mrs. Leona White of Pine City RD 2; stepsons, Martie Smith of Elmira, Mahlon of Millerton; 18 grandchildren 48 great-grandchildren; 29 great-great-grandchildren.  Body at Kuhl Funeral Home, Wellsboro and will be removed today to the family home.  Prayer service there Thursday at 1:30 p.m. funeral at 2 in Alder Run Baptist Church.  Alder Run Cemetery.  –Elmira Advertiser 12/20/1961

 

JOHN WHITE, 64, died Tuesday (August 30, 1932) at 7 p.m. at the family home in Jackson Township, near Millerton, Pa.  He is survived by his widow, a daughter, Mrs. Roy Criss; two sons, Ernest and Harold; two grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Mary Peterson of Pine City; three brothers, George, Horseheads; Henry, Elmira; Bert, Lawrenceville, Pa.  The funeral will be held Friday at 2:30 p.m. in the Alder Run Pa. Church.  The Rev. George Burroughs of Pine City will officiate.  Burial in Alder Run Cemetery.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/31/1932

 

JOHN WILBUR WHITE, age 86, of Lawrenceville, PA, passed away on July 7, 2019 at his home. He was born on July 25, 1932 in Tioga, PA, a son of Harold and Lola (Wheeler) White. He worked on electronics. John is survived by two sons, James (Melissa) Jenkins, and Todd (Roxann) Bourdette; three daughters, Vicky Girardi, Nancy (Brian) Keck, and Juliana Spencer; a daughter in law, Vicki White; brothers and sisters, Helen (Carman) Rutzke, Duane (Trudy) White, Christine (Dean) Bird, and Ronald (Linda) White; numerous grandchildren; and a few great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one son, David White. A graveside service will be held on Friday, July 12, 2019 at 11:00am at Alder Run Cemetery in Millerton, PA. Memorial contributions can be made to a local hospice of your choice. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA is assisting the family. -Elmira Star-Gazette 7/11/2019

 

 WHITE –RHONDA SATCHELL, age 62 of Charleston, SC, formerly of Horseheads. She was born May 23, 1952 in Elmira, the daughter of Wayne and Beverly (Wheeler) White and passed away Friday, June 20, 2014 with her family by her side. She was predeceased by her mother Beverly in 2012 and is survived by her husband Jerome, who loved her dearly; daughter Taisha both of Charleston, SC; father Wayne White; sister Carolyn (Kenneth) Miles both of Myrtle Beach, SC; stepsons Daryl, Mike (Pasqual) and Craig (Emma) Satchell all of England; grandchildren Shannon, Renee, Samuel, Sidonie, Courtney, Olivia, Grace and Delina also all from England. She leaves behind several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins and lifelong friends Cheryl Howard and Maria Nevarez. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Wednesday, June 25th from 4 to 7 pm. Her funeral service will be held there on Thursday, June 26th at 1 pm. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. In lieu of flowers, Rhonda had requested that her friends send flowers to one of their loved ones. –Elmira Star-Gazette 6/23/2014

DAVID J. WIBIRT. - One of this world's finest cowboys, David Joseph Wibirt, 40, of Lake Luzerne, NY, took his final ride on May 31, 2015 in Birmingham, AL. David was hauling bulls back home from the PBR Unfinished Business event in Decatur, TX when his truck was struck by another vehicle and the Lord took him to Heaven. Born April 21, 1975, David's heart was dedicated to his family, friends, and rodeo. He graduated from Southside High School in 1993 and was a volunteer for the Webb Mills Fire Dept. David worked as a pick-up man for Painted Pony Championship Rodeo and as a stock hauler for Jeff Robinson Bulls. He was a member of the Professional Bull Riders Association, Professional Rough Stock Association, PRCA, IPRA, and APRA. He leaves his loving memories to be cherished by his parents, Rocky & Sharon Wibirt of Athens, TN; his sweetheart, Cathy and little buddy, Brayden Mahon of Lake Luzerne, NY; his sisters, Shelly Wibirt of Athens, TN and Pam Wibirt Brown (Aaron McGinnis) of Corryton, TN; his brother, Brian (Nickole) Wibirt of Sayre, PA; his nieces and nephews, Jessica Brown and Cody, Travis, Madalyn, and Evan Wibirt; his dear friends, Shawn and Shana Graham; and a round-up of other family, rodeo family, and friends. Rejoicing with David in Heaven are his grandparents, James and Genevieve Andrews, Velma Traxler, and Harold Wibirt; and his friends, Mike Burger, Jesse Martin, and Ken Bellis. Friends and family are invited to call during viewing hours at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira, NY on Saturday, June 6, 2015 from 7-9pm and Sunday, June 7, 2015 from 1-3pm. Funeral service will be held at Olthof Funeral Home at 3pm on Sunday, June 7, 2015. A committal service will follow at the Alder Run Cemetery in Millerton, PA. The family would also like to invite friends and family to a reception following the committal service which will be held at the Webb Mills Fire Department in Pine City, NY. –Elmira Star-Gazette 6/5/2015

WILCOX George F. Wilcox

aged 62 years, one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of Millerton, Pa., was strangled to death at 6 o’clock last Thursday evening on the Jobs Corners – Mosherville highway, when his automobile was forced off the highway and a wire cable caught across his throat.  Mrs. Wilcox, his wife, who was the only other occupant of the Ford car, was bruised on the shoulders and chest.  Merritt Cook, who resides on the Bailey Creek highway, a short distance south of Jobs Corners, confessed to Fred Wilcox, a brother of Geo. F. Wilcox, that he was driving the car which collided with the Wilcox car, says the Star-Gazette.  The accident happened in Bradford county, and County Coroner Lyons, of Ulster, was notified.  A relative of Mr. Wilcox said, “We shall place all the facts in the hands of Coroner Lyons, including the admission made by Merritt Cook.  We shall insist that action be taken.”  Mr. and Mrs. Wilcox, with several relatives, had enjoyed their Thanksgiving dinner at the home of a relative near Roseville.  Just before 6 o’clock they left for Millerton in their Ford car.  They decided to go by the way of Mosherville toward Seeley Creek, turning to the dirt highway south of Seeley Creek.  This would give an improved highway for a great part of the distance.  Motorists and others who have passed over the Jobs Corners – Mosherville improved highway will recall that for some distance the road is located at the base of an embankment.  The highway is supported by a stone support on the left when th4e driver is going north.  The wall is laid to protect the highway from being washed out when Seeley creek goes on a rampage.  Instead of a wood guardrail along the highway by the creek, two heavy wire cables have been stretched.  These cables are painted white.  It was at a point near the watering trough that a car approaching from the north was seen by Mr. and Mrs. Wilcox.  It was another Ford car and was not approaching at a fast rate of speed.  Neither was the Wilcox car being driven rapidly.  According to Mrs. Wilcox, the drive of the approaching car did not turn close to the cables on the creek side of the highway, which were to the right of the approaching car.  Mrs. Wilcox turned as close to the embankment as he could, so Mrs. Wilcox says, but could not escape being hit by the left front wheel of the approaching car.  The front left wheels of the two cars did not lock, but evidently the hubs came together.  The unexpected impact turned the wheels of the Wilcox car in such a manner that Mr. Wilcox lost control.  The other car passed and the Wilcox car headed toward the creek.  Mr. Wilcox was unable to check the momentum of the car and the front wheels ran off the bank, going under the lower cable.  The upper cable smashed the windshield and part of the top of the car and was drawn taut across Mr. Wilcox’s throat.  While Mrs. Wilcox was pinned partially in her seat by the cable, she realized her husband was in a serious position.  She attempted to push the cable away, part of the car’s weight was held by the cable, and her efforts were futile.  “You’ll have to get me out of here or I’ll choke to death!” gasped Mr. Wilcox.  The wife exerted all her strength to extricate her husband, but in vain.  The drive of the other car did not stop.  Had he done so, it is probable that a little aid would have been sufficient to release Mr. Wilcox.  It was possibly 20 minutes after the accident that Charles Wilson, a relative, who had been visiting for the day at the same home with Mr. and Mrs. Wilcox arrived.  He and his party released Mr. and Mrs. Wilcox, but Mr. Wilcox was dead.  Mr. Wilson took Mr. and Mrs. Wilcox to Millerton in his car, where Mrs. Wilcox was given medical attention by Dr. Ivan Pratt.  She had suffered many cuts and bruises.  None of these is regarded as serious.  Mr. Wilcox is survived by his widow, one son, Holly S. Wilcox, Erie train dispatcher at Hornell; one daughter, Mrs. Albert W. Miller, of Millerton; five brothers, Attorney H.D. Wilcox, Samuel Wilcox and John F. Wilcox, of Elmira; Fred Wilcox of Roseville, Pa., and Asa Wilcox, of Mosherville, Pa.  Coroner A.B. Lyon, of Bradford county, took charge of the case Friday morning.  The point in the highway where the accident occurred is in Bradford county.  It was necessary to secure a jury of citizens of that county.  The following jury was selected:  John Jones, farmer; Sidney McClellan, stock dealer; L.S. Shepard, merchant; George Lucky, farmer; Samuel Braisted and John Tuton, traveling men, all of Mosherville.  At 1 o’clock Friday afternoon the coroner began the formal inquest.  The jury viewed the body and heart testimony of several witnesses.  Those who told of the accident included Mrs. George F. Wilcox, the widow; Curtis Smith, Charles Wilson, Foster Wilson and Fred Wilson, who were among the first upon the scene of the accident and assisted in backing the Ford car and releasing Mrs. Wilcox and removing the body of her husband and Mr. and Mrs. Asa Wilcox, Mr. Wilcox being a brother of the deceased.  Coroner Lyon took the jury in automobiles to the scene of the accident on the Mosherville - Jobs Corners highway.  Measurements were taken and the witnesses, who found the car shortly after the accident, explained the position of the car and the jury was permitted to draw inferences as to the manner in which the accident happened.  The funeral of George F. Wilcox was held at the home in Millerton at 2 o’clock Saturday afternoon.  Rev. F. Barrett, pastor of the Baptist church at Jackson Summit officiating.  The Tioga lodge of Masons and the Millerton lodge of Odd Fellows, of which Mr. Wilcox was a member, attended and had charge of the services at the grave.  Burial in the cemetery in Millerton.  Mr. Wilcox was the station agent for the Tioga division of the Erie in Millerton and was a justice of the peace.   Wellsboro Agitator, 3 December 1919.

 

WILCOX, Geo. F. – Millerton, Dec. 1 – The funeral of Geo. F. Wilcox was held at the family home Sunday at 2 p.m. and was largely attended, Rev. Mr. Barrett officiating.  Mr. Wilcox was Justice of the Peace, a member of the I.O.O.F., and was Master of Millerton Grange.  Burial was in the Millerton cemetery, the Odd Fellows having charge of the burial service.  Details of his death by a shocking accident will be found by a shocking accident will be found on page 3 of this issue of the Agitator

 

WILSON Louise Dailey
Mrs. Louise Dailey, 85, of Millerton, died Thursday, Sept. 14, 1989.  She was a member of the Millerton United Methodist Church and treasurer of the United Methodist Church of Wellsboro, a member of the Wellsboro Chapter D. A. R. and Tioga Chapter#160 O. E. S.  Preceding her in death was her husband Harry R. Dailey, June 3, 1984, and their infant son, Carlton Dailey.  Surviving are her children, Bruce and Patricia Dailey and Delores and Leo Parchesky; grandchildren, Colleen and Lynn Friends of Millerton, Anne and Gary Friel of Silver Springs, MD, and Brian Parchesky of Millerton; great-grandchildren, Christopher, Andrew and Aaron Friends, Katerine Friel, and Alexander Grechanik; and brother-in-law, Gerald Hedges of Painted Post, N. Y.  Services were held Saturday, Sept. 16, at Olthof Funeral Home, Elmira, N. Y.  The Rev, Allen Hulslander officiated.  Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Millerton United Methodist Building Fund.

 

WINSHIP Ileen I. Smith

Of Elmira, died Sunday evening, Aug. 14, 2011 at Elcor Health Services following declining health at the age of 89. Born on Dec. 4, 1921 in New Scottland, NY, Ileen was the daughter of Ina Winship. She was employed by St. Joseph's Hospital for many years as a LPN. Ileen was a long time member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. She enjoyed gardening and loved animals. Ileen is survived by her sons, Dennis W. (Jacquelin) Harrington, York, PA; Blair F. (Barbara) Boyce, Pine City; step children, Wayne L. (Marleha) Boyce, N. Chemung; Warren Gary (Rebecca) Smith, Binghamton; Sandra M. Smith, Elmira; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to her mother, she was predeceased by her former husbands, Leroy F. Boyce and Warren Smith; sister, Kathleen T. William Keyes. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Thursday Aug. 14, 2011 from 11 am – 1 pm. Funeral services will follow at 1 pm. Burial will take place in the Alder Run Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the Chemung County SPCA, Rt. 352, Elmira, NY 14903 in her memory.   Star Gazette – August 16, 2011

 

WINTERSTEIN Charles H. 80, of Millerton, PA, died May 15, 2007 at home. He was born June 3, 1926 in Austinville, PA, the son of Charles and Katherine Laverty Winterstein. Charles retired from Smith's Asphalt Paving and was a WWII Navy Veteran. He was also tax collector for Jackson Township for many years. He was a member of the Daggett United Methodist Church, the Wells-Jackson Lions Club, the Big Elm Volunteer Fire Co., the USS John R. Pierce Sailors Organization, the Sampson WWII Navy Veterans Organization and the Tin Can Sailors Organization. Charles was a charter member of the Lions Club and its treasurer for 21 years, and a 50-year member of the fire department. Charles is survived by his wife of 59 years, the former Irene Smith; a son, David of Millerton, PA; a daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Keith Walushka of Millerton, PA; two granddaughters, Courtney and Karly Walushka; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Richard and Beverly Smith; and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Pauline and Gordon Martin, all of Millerton, PA; and brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Robert and Linda Smith of Mansfield, PA; and several nieces and nephews. Charles was predeceased by both parents and sisters, Marge Chamberlain and Marion O'Shea. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA, Sunday, 1-4 p.m. A memorial service will follow there Sunday at 4:00 p.m. with Pastor Jennifer Wolf officiating. Burial in Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. Family will provide flowers. Memorial contributions in Mr. Winterstein's memory may be made to the Wells-Jackson Lions Club c/o Leonard Kulago, RR2 Box 688, Gillett, PA 16925, the Big Elm Volunteer Fire Co., PO Box 249, Millerton, PA 16936, Laurel Hospice, 24 Walnut St., Wellsboro, PA 16901, or the Daggett United Methodist Church c/o Fred Messing, 52 Church St., Millerton, PA 16936.

WOODHOUSE
Wellsboro Agitator – January 16, 1924
Mr. and Mrs. William Woodhouse mourn the death of their baby, aged 16 months.  The funeral was held Saturday; burial at Alder Run.

WOODHOUSE - MONTANYE
Agnes C. Age 82, diedon Wednesday, February 2, 2006, at Elcor Health Services, Horseheads, NY. She was born April 20, 1923 in Lawrenceville, PA, the daughter of the late Edward and Viola Woodhouse. Agnes is survived by her son, Edward Montanye of Lawrenceville, PA. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 52 years, Philo J. Montanye; brothers, Bill and Pete; sisters, Rena Miller and Liegula Sherman. She was a wonderful homemaker who loved her family. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Agnes' life at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, on Monday, February 6, 2006, from 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 p.m. with funeral service there at 7 p.m. Walt Barnes will officiate. Interment at the convenience of the family in Alder Run Cemetery.

WOODHOUSE, Ella - AGED WOMAN DIES
Millerton, Feb. 9—Following an illness of several years, Mrs. Ella Mitchel, widow of the late T. I. Mitchel, died at her home Saturday morning. Mrs. Mitchell was 84 years of age. She had spent the entire period of her married life—66 years—in this place, with the exception of a brief period in Elmira. She is survived by one brother, Orson Woodhouse of Elmira and two nieces, Mrs. Lillie Nickerson and Mrs. Ella Crane of Elmira. The funeral will be held from the family home Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock, with interment in the Alder Run Cemetery. (handwritten on article Feb. 7, 1925)

WOODHOUSE JOHN B
Wellsboro Agitator – December 13, 1911
Millerton, Dec. 11 – John B. Woodhouse, a prominent citizen of this place, died at the family home Wednesday morning, after an illness of several weeks of cancer, aged 60 years.  He is survived by his widow and one son, Orange; two half-brothers and two half-sisters, and one own brother, Orson Woodhouse, of Elmira.  “Johnnie” Woodhouse, as he was familiarly called, was a man of a kindly, genial nature, a good neighbor, a pillar in the church, of which he was a devoted member and class leader.  The funeral was held Friday from the church, Rev. C. M. Fanning officiating;  burial at Alder Run

WOODHOUSE Rena A Miller

Rena A. Loving Mother & Grandmother Age 88, of Millerton, PA, died peacefully on Saturday, April 9, 2005, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born April 22, 1916 in Lawrenceville, PA, the daughter of the late Edward and Viola (Montanye) Woodhouse. Her loving husband of 50 years, Leroy W. Miller on May 3, 1987, predeceased Rena. Her two brothers and two sisters also preceded Rena in death. She is survived by her beloved daughters and sons-in-law, Sharon and Lester Sheive of Lawrenceville, PA, Shirley and James Storrs of Weston, WV; sister, Agnes Montanye of Lawrenceville, PA; much-loved grandchildren, Terry (Alan) Hills of Millerton, PA, Randy (Judy) Sheive of Millerton, PA, Lisa (Robert) Rundell of Lawrenceville, PA, Nita (Kenny) Whitman of Centerville, OH, Gene Curren of Elmira, NY; along with 10 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Wednesday, April 13, 2005, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral Services honoring Rena's life will be held there following the visitation (8:00 p.m.). Donald Crawford will officiate. Interment will take place in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA, at the convenience of the family.

 

WRIGHT Ruth N. Knapp

Millerton, PA: Ruth N. Knapp, 83, of Millerton, PA, died May 9, 2012, at home. She was born May 10, 1928, in Hector, NY, the daughter of Wilcher & Lizzie Porter Wright. Ruth was retired from Keck's Food Service, and was a member of the Alder Run Baptist Church. She is survived by 2 daughters & a son-in-law, Carol & Frank Zemanek of Lawrenceville, PA, Jacqueline Knapp of Millerton, PA; a son & daughter-in-law, Chester & Ellie Knapp of Milleton, PA; a step-son, Allen Knapp of Corning, NY; 10 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, & 10 great great grandchildren. Ruth was predeceased by her husband, Chester, in 2001. Friends are invited to call at the Wilston Funeral Home, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA, Monday 11 AM - 1 PM. Funeral Services will follow there Monday at 1:00 PM, with Rev. Harold Burrell, her pastor, officiating. Burial in Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton.  Star Gazette – May 11, 2012

 

 

? Mary GRAHAM  – Mrs. Mary Graham, aged 85 years, died Dec. 9 at the Tioga County Home.  The funeral was held Saturday, burial at Millerton.   Wellsboro Agitator, 17 Dec 1919.   

? HAMILTON, Rose L.
Age 73 of Millerton, PA. died
on Thursday, February 4, 2010, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Elmira, NY. She is survived by her sons, Steven, David and Mark (Barbara) Hamilton; daughter, Christine Hamilton; also many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, nieces and nephews. Her husband, Tony D. Hamilton, predeceased Rose in 2008. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport on Tuesday, February 9, 2010, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM with Funeral Service there Tuesday at 2:00 PM. Reverend Jennifer Wolf will officiate, followed by graveside service at Alder Run Cemetery, Jackson Township, PA. Those wishing to may make donations to Rose's family to help defer expenses, C/O Bertha Hamilton, 119 College Ave., Elmira, NY 14901.