Champlin Cemetery Obituaries
Westfield Township, Tioga County, PA.

DARROW MARY – Mrs. J. E. Price died Tuesday, May 28th, 1901 of heart failure at her home where she has lived for nearly a quarter of a century, one-half mile below Cowanesque village.  She was the wife of “Gene” Price, was a kind neighbor and mother and a devoted wife.  She will be much missed.  She married Mr. Price, November 29th, 1877 and moved on the farm, where she died soon after.  Two children; Charley and Mabel, with her husband, are thus left alone to carry on the farm and take up the duties laid down by mother.  Her maiden name was Mary Darrow and she was born in Smithfield, R.I. August 30, 1853.  She has one brother and two sisters in Michigan, who could not be at the funeral.  A very large concourse of people attended the obsequies at the house, Decoration Day, May 30th at 2 p.m.  The sermon was preached by Rev. R. C. Grames, text, James 4:12, “For What is Your Life?”  Singing by Cowanesque church choir, assisted by J. Tubbs and Miss Kilbourne.  The family and relatives all have the sympathy of a large number of friends.  She was a member of the First Baptist Church at Knoxville.  –Griffin Scrapbook (Buried Champlin Cemetery, Westfield Twp.)

DAVIES - (Bernauer)- MRS. CARRIE BERNAUER
Mrs. Carrie Bernauer, of Rome, N.Y., formerly of Westfield, died last Wednesday afternoon at her home in Rome. Mrs. Bernauer was 72 years of age and was born at Cowanesque. She was the widow of Clarence Bernauer who died several years ago. Mrs. Bernauer is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Ida Newton of Rome and three grandchildren, Josephine, Elizabeth and Bernauer Newton. The funeral was held in the Westfield Methodist church, Saturday, Feb. 13, 1937, the Rev. Brewster officiated and interment was in the Champlin Cemetery at Westfield.
Cowanesque news - Mr.& Mrs. Flay Greeley and three daughters, and Mrs. Jeanette Davies of Akron, Ohio were called here Saturday to attend the funeral of Mrs. Carrie Bernauer of Rome, N.Y., an aunt of Mrs. Greeley. Mrs. Bernauer was born in in Cowanesque and was a sister of Ewellyn Davies. Westfield Free Press, February 18, 1937 ( ron1lew@webzone.net )

DAVIES - E. THOMAS DAVIES, 82, of Westfield, formerly of Cowanesque, died Wednesday, Jan. 16, 1952, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. George Hunt of North Fork, Pa., following a brief illness. He was born at Cowanesque Oct. 3, 1869, the son of James and Jane Davies. Mr. Davies spent the greater part of his life in Cowanesque. Early in life he joined the Methodist church there, which he helped to build. On Aug. 20, 1908 he married Ida Grace Kimball, who preceded him in death thirteen and a half years ago. One daughter, Mary Jean, was born to them. Every child, who has grown up in Cowanesque in the last 50 years, will tell you about playing in "Tommy's creek." Always he was followed by a crowd of children who rode his horses or played in his barn. Later when he made his home at North Fork, he was loved by young and old alike. All called him grandpa along with his own grandchildren. He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Hunt; a sister, Mrs. May D. Kimball of Westfield; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday in the Cowanesque Methodist church. The Rev. Clarence Wienand officiated. Interment was in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. Submitted by Ron Lewis from Westfield Free Press

DAVIES - MRS. ERNEST KIMBALL
Mrs. May Davies Kimball, 87, of Westfield, died March 3, 1960 at the Parcells Convalesent Home in Wellsboro. Born July 5, 1872 in Cowanesque, Pa., she was the daughter of James and Jane Fainkner Davies. In 1891 she married Ernest H. Kimball who preceded her in death 22 yrs. ago. To them was born a son, Harlan, who died in 1934. Mr.& Mrs. Kimball were in the photography business in Westfield a number of years before going to Corning, N.Y. They had a studio there until they went to Florida. In 1944, Mrs. Kimball returned to Westfield and made her home with her granddaughter, Mrs. Elmer Clark. Survivors are three grandchildren, Mrs. Margie Hamm, Gotha, Florida, Mrs. Irene Bossart, of Hillside, N.J., and Mrs. Mae Clark, Westfield; five great- grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Monday at Watkins Funeral Home with Rev. C. Lacy VanNorman officiating. Burial was in Champlin Cemetery. Submitted by Ron Lewis from Westfield Free Press

 

DAVIS Frances Mary Gurnsey

83, of 122 Railroad Street, Westfield, died Friday, Nov. 9, 2012, at the Green Home, Inc., Wellsboro. She was born Mar. 12, 1929, in Kenneyville, the daughter of Merle and Mary Thompson Davis.  She is survived by sons, Dale and Clare Gurnsey, Elkland; Douglas and Vicki Gurnsey, Bloomsburg, Pa.; Dwayne Gurnsey, Knoxville; daughters, Joyce and Duane Cunningham, Westfield; JoAnn and Wesley Burrell, Sabinsville; Tina Abbott, Knoxville; Jill Lowe, Westfield; sister, Lenora White, Corning, N.Y.; brother, Arnold and Nina Davis, Westfield; 25 grandchildren; 49 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald, in 1996.  Family and friends were invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Inc., 222 West Main Street, Westfield, Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday from 1 to 2 p.m. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m., immediately following the visitation. Pastor Sharon Kent officiated.  Burial was in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield.  Memorial donations may be made to your local chapter of the Alzheimer's Association.   Wellsboro Gazette - November 13, 2012

 

DAVIS Dr. Stuart M
Dr. Stuart M. Davis, Long Time Westfield Physician, dies - Dr. Stuart M. Davis, 78, of 137 Woodlawn Drive, Westfield, died Friday, Nov. 12, 1999 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.  Born July 8, 1921, in Little Marsh, he was the son of Harrison and Ruth Merrick Davis.  He graduated from Little Marsh High School in 1939, received his pre-med degree from Alfred University in 1943 and graduated from the University of Pittsburgh Medical School in 1946.  Dr. Davis was a member of Kappa Pi Epsilon, Phi Rho Sigma and the medical fraternity.  He completed his internship at Southside Hospital in Pittsburgh, where he met his wife, Laura Mae, a registered nurse.  He worked at Murphy General Hospital in Boston, Mass. while serving for a while in the Army.   The Davis' returned to Westfield in 1948 where he opened his medical practice.  His home and office were the same house until Charles Cole Memorial Hospital invited him to operate the Westfield Health Clinic in their new building on Church Street in Westfield.  On Jan. 1, 1997, Dr. Davis retired after 48 1/2 years of faithfully serving the Westfield area.  He was a member of the AMA, the Westfield United Methodist Church, the Westfield Lions Club, the Westfield American Legion Post #159 and he was a charter member of the River Valley Country Club.  He enjoyed hunting with his close friends, Ed and Dom; fishing and boating with "the Lakers" and spending time with his family.  Preceding him in death were his wife of 50 years, Laura Mae, on April 25, 1998; and grandchildren, Matthew Mark, Michael and Laura Landrey.  Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Harrison and Jane Davis of York; one daughter and son-in-law, Ruth and Denis Landry of Westfield; grandchildren, Danielle Davis Larcom of Westfield, Stuart  Davis Landry of Indiana, Pa, and Kristen Davis Landry of Westfield; great-grand-daughter, Laura Larcom of Westfield; and stepsister, Jean Morrison of Hammondsport, NY.  Calling hours were held Monday, Nov. 15, at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield.  Funeral services were held Tuesday, Nov. 16 at the Westfield United Methodist Church with the Rev. James Bellamy officiating.  Burial was made at Champlin Cemetery, Westfield.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Dr. Stuart Davis Scholarship Fund, in care of Mrs. Melanie Warren, RR3, Westfield, Pa. 16950.

 

DECKER Ellen M. English

69, of Westfield, PA, died Monday, February 28, 2011 at her home. Born May 6, 1941, in Corning, NY, she was a daughter of the late Earl and Marie (Beach) Decker. She was a 1960 graduate of Campbell High School. She was predeceased by her husband, Duane L. English, in 2004. Ellen worked at the Ingersoll Rand in Painted Post and then retired from Corning Incorporated in 1997 with 31 years of service. She was an avid bowler from the early 1960's until 1979. She won the NYS Women's B Singles Division in 1974. Ellen also greatly enjoyed gardening, landscaping, NASCAR, Yankees baseball, and especially her grandchildren. Surviving are two sons, Thomas L. English, Elkland, PA and Dale L. (Angela) English, Rockport, IN; a daughter, Cynthia (Eric Flint) English, Jasper, NY; grandchildren, Robert English, Isaac and Ian Hebner, Autumn English, Lindsey Watkins, Erica, Joshua and Nicholas Flint; a brother, Robert Decker, Columbia, SC; a sister, Elaine Buck, Martinez, GA; the descendants of Robert and Marian English; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Ellen was predeceased by a brother, Donald Decker and a sister, Sylvia Decker. Friends may call at the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Collins Chapel, Galeton, on Saturday, March 5, 2011 from 5:00 - 7:00pm and on Sunday, March 6, 2011 from 1:00-2:00pm with Funeral Services following at 2:00pm. Pastor Ed Collins will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to the Westfield Area Elementary School in Ellen's name, 1355 Rte 49, Westfield, PA 16950.  Star Gazette – March 3, 2011  

DIBBLE Raymond R. Age 79, of 114 High St., Westfield, PA, died Thursday, April 21, 2005, at his home. He was born January 24, 1926 in Westfield, PA, the son of Wylie W. and Clara Bockus Dibble Sr. He was a Sr. Station Compressor Operator for Consolidated Gas Transmission Corp., Life member of the Crary Hose CO., Westfield, PA, and a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps serving in the Pacific Theatre during WWII. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn; sons and daughters-in-law, Tom and Marilyn Dibble, Dale City, VA, Patrick and Valerie Dibble, Ruther Glen, VA; son and fiancee, Marc Case and Catherine Savard, Pine City, NY, Daughters and sons-in-law, Gloria and Dale Birdsall, Penn Yan, NY, Cindy and George Ritchey, Pocomoke City, MD, Carol and Mark Gardner, Westfield, PA; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Ruth Dibble, Whitesville, NY; several nieces, nephews and cousins; companion, "Pepper." He was preceded in death by his first wife, Marie; and a brother, Wylie Dibble Jr. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. Arrangements are by the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield, PA. Memorial donations may be made to the SPCA, RD., Wellsboro, PA 16901.

DOANE MYRA
Wellsboro Agitator – February 11, 1942
Mrs. Myra Longwell, aged 69, years, of Westfield, died Thursday afternoon, Feb. 5, at the home of her son, Harold Longwell, after a long illness. She was born Mar. 5, 1872, and most of her life had been spent in the vicinity of Westfield.  She is survived by three sons, Harold Longwell, of Westfield; Gerald  Longwell, of' Cuba, N.Y., and Durward Longwell, of Wellsboro and six grandchildren.  The funeral was held Sunday at the home of Harold Longwell, Rev. C. E. Swearingen officiating.

DORSON John
Westfield Free Press – Thursday, February 27, 1902
Death – John Dorson, met a terrible death in the burning of the home of John Kirtland at Academy Corners, Saturday night, February 15, 1902.  John Dorson was born at Middleburg, Schoharie county, N.Y., April 10, 1847, and was fifty-five years old.  He had one sister, Elizabeth Brown and a half brother, George Taylor, both of Newark, N.J.  Mrs. Tremain was his aunt.  The body was buried in Champlin cemetery at 11 a.m., on Tuesday and then the friends went to Cowanesque M. E. Church and held funeral service, Rev. R. C. Grames, pastor conducting.

DRAPER Evelyn F.
73, formerly of North Fork, PA, died Wednesday, December 17, 2008. Born July 17, 1935 in Harrison Valley, she was the daughter Arthur and Florence Shelley Draper. She was raised by her aunt and uncle, Iva and Clayton Lewis. Surviving are a sister, Esther (Carl) Johns of Ulysses; two brothers, Lyle Draper of Hughesville, PA and Leslie Draper of Ulysses; nieces, nephews, and cousins. A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 20th, in the Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. Memorials may be made to the Ulysses Library, Ulysses, PA 16948. Arrangements are entrusted to the Olney Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Ulysses, PA.

DUELL
John T. of Westfield, PA 59, died Thursday, February 1, 2007, at his home. Born August 9, 1947 in Corning, NY, he was the son of John W. and Bernice L. Thomas Duell. On March 25, 1967 in Westfield, he married the former Gloria Mead, who survives. A 1965 graduate of Cowanesque Valley High School, he served with the US Army in the Vietnam War from 1968 – 1969. He was employed as a bulk tank milk truck driver by Scott Bros. in Rushford, NY. Surviving besides his wife are: three daughters, Angela Duell and Lynnette (Jeff) Cady, both of Westfield, and Bobbie Jo (James Shank) Duell of Mesquite, TX; a son, John H. (Julie) Duell Empson of Addison, NY; three grandchildren, Morgan Cady, Cordell Cady, and Arch Ackley; two sisters, Dorothy (Gary Gill) Shablom of Harrison Valley, PA, and Achie Summers of Westfield, PA; two half sisters, Muriel (John Edward) Pekarski of Coudersport and Mary Kent of Norwalk, CT; a half brother, Willis R. (Sandy) Duell of Shinglehouse, PA; an aunt, Rodelia Webster of Ulysses; nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his father, John W. Duell; and his mother, Bernice L. Miller. Private burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. Military Rites will be accorded by members of the Potter County Honor Guard. Arrangements are entrusted to the Olney Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Ulysses, PA.

DUELL –SHARON A. (DUELL) SEELEY, age 55, of Mansfield, PA, and formerly of Westfield, PA, died on Thursday, August 25, 2005, at home.  Sharon was born on July 9, 1950 in Wellsboro, PA, the daughter of Roddie and Doris (Schenck) Duell.  She was an employee of the Dresser Rand in Painted Post, NY, for over 30 years.  Sharon enjoyed spending time with her family, fishing, digging leeks and wildlife.  Sharon is survived by her husband John J. Crouch of Mansfield, PA; three daughters and sons-in-law, Brenda and Gordon McFarlane of Jackson, TN, Darcie and Jeff Beckwith of Hamilton, VA, Justina and Danny Deskins of Stephens City, VA; seven grandchildren; a brother, Roddie Duell III of Newton, NC; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Dawn and Warren McCollum of Wyoming, NY, Priscilla Duell of Westfield, PA, Linda and Roger Miller of Warsaw, NY; nieces and nephews.  Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday, August 28, 2005, from noon till 1 p.m. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA.  A memorial service will immediately follow the visitation at 1 p.m. at the funeral home.  Burial will be in the Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Sabinsville Ambulance Association, PO Box 156, Sabinsville, PA or to the American Cancer Society, 1948 East Third St., Williamsport, PA.  –Elmira Star Gazette.

DUNHAM, Barbara - Barbara Dunham White, age 84 of Harrison Valley passed away on Sunday April 21, 2019 at the Lakeview Nursing Home in Smethport. Born February 20, 1935 in Cowanesque, she was the daughter of the late Leon and Alice (McNaughton) Dunham. She married Howard A. White and they shared 50 years together until his passing in 2003. Barbara was a deacon at the Harrison Valley Federated Church. She enjoyed sewing, watching her game shows, traveling with family and friends and attending family gatherings. She is survived by her children, H. James and Sherry White of Tioga, John A. and Deb White of Belleville, MI, Jennifer and Tom Mack of Smethport, Joseph A. and Cindy White of Ulysses and Judith and Charles Metcalf of Westfield; 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard. Family will receive friends at the Harrison Valley Federated Church, on Friday, 1:00 – 3:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 3:00 PM with Rev. Allyn Baker officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Harrison Valley Federated Church, 201 Second St., Harrison Valley, PA 16927. Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield. – Mansfield Gazette, 25 April 2019

LEON L. DUNHAM age 86 of Maple Street, Westfield, Saturday, September 15, 1973.  The family will receive friends at the Watkins Funeral Home, Westfield Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.  Funeral Tuesday at 2:30 at the Westfield Baptist Church.  The Rev. Robert Bracey, The Rev. Dorr Harrington officiating.  Burial Champlin Cemetery.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 9/17/1973

 

DUNKLEBERGER Sara Ann "Grams" Fay

79, of East William St. Ext., Bath, died suddenly surrounded by her family, on Friday (Feb. 11, 2011) at Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath.  Born in Harrisburg, Pa. on Dec. 23, 1931, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Esther Shatts Dunkleberger. She was married to her loving husband, William Fay, who predeceased her in 1996. Besides her parents and husband, she was also predeceased by her daughter, Donna Fay in 1958 and in 2007 she lost her great-grandson, Saben "Mister" Jones Abbott.  She was employed as a registered nurse and retired from the Steuben County Health Care Facility. Along with her husband, she also owned and operated Fay's Coffee Cup in Bath.  Her memberships include the Ladies Auxiliary of the Bath American Legion Post and the Bath VFW Post as well as the Elks Lodge in Bath.  Some of her favorite past times included decorating, cooking and puttering.  Her family includes her daughter, Margaret Fay (Roger Abbott); her grandchildren, William Abbott (Stacy Miller), Angela Abbott (Corben Smith) and Sommer Abbott; her great-granddaughter, Shilia Abbott; her sisters, Jackie (Gerald) Elias and Diane Dunklebeger; her "other great-grandchildren" include, Jodi Francis, K.J. Putman, Spencer Jones, Richard Freeland Wheeler, Nicholas Miller, Samantha Miller and Kimberly Miller.  Gram was loved by all her knew her and always helped those in need. Some of her longtime close friends from Lake Salubria included, Dawn Newburey, Joan Scanlon, Michael Hough, Kim Muck, Chris Streicher, Lonnie Smith, Anna Otero, Pat Costa and Frankie Nolan.  She will join in heaven her "great-granddaughter" Heidi Francis as well as Ed Doody and Maxine Smith.  Calling hours are from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday at the Gateway Community Church, 6698 Roosevelt Ave., Bath, where a funeral service will be held following calling hours at noon Wednesday with Pastor Ron Pinkerton officiating. Interment will be in the Champlin Cemetery in Westfield, Pa.  In lieu of flowers, those wishing may contribute in her memory to the Ladies Auxiliary of the Bath American Legion Post.  Corning Leader  – February 15, 2011

 

EASTON Fordyce A. “Beanie” Easton

82, of Westfield died on Sunday, May 6, 2012 at the Green Home in Wellsboro. Born February 23, 1930 in Coudersport, PA, he is the son of Howard and Nellie (Davey) Easton. Beanie married Beverly (Ruef) in November 1958; she died on November 28, 1995. He worked at the Westfield Tannery, retired from PennDOT as a state certified welder and worked part time for NAPA after his retirement. He was a lifetime member of the Crary Hose Fire Department, a member of the Westfield United Methodist Church and a former member of the Masonic Lodge in Galeton. Beanie loved NASCAR and was a Dale Earnhardt, Sr. fan. He enjoyed metal detecting and playing the accordion. He is survived by his children, Sandy (Raymon) Osgood of Sabinsville, Nick “Jay” Easton of Westfield, and Patti Hess of Westfield; his grandchildren, Terry Drake, Todd (fiancée Darla Parker) Drake, Jennifer Anne Hess, Brett (Michelle) Osgood and Justin Osgood; great grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Emileigh and Tanner Drake and Dalton, Reece, Rylie and Brehden Osgood; his brother, Edward (Caroline) Easton of Coudersport; two sisters, Shirley Tyler of Westfield and Beverly (Butch) Burdick of Ulysses and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Beverly; his parents, Howard Easton and Nellie (Davey) Easton Polaski; his brothers, Albert, Loyal and Clifford Easton and a sister, Margaret Finch. Family and friends may call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 West Main St., Westfield on Friday, 6:00 – 8:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, 11:00 AM with Reverend Ed Collins officiating. Burial will follow in the Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Care Sanctuary, 11765 Route 6, Wellsboro, PA 16901.  Wellsboro Gazette – May 9, 02012

 

EDSALL Margaret
Wellsboro Agitator - February 19, 1941
Mrs. Margaret Edsall Gould Stafford died at her home on the Jemison, Feb. 15, after a short illness.  She was the daughter of Thomas D. and Charlotte Lewis Edsall and was born April 6, 1851, at Thurston, N.Y.  Early in life she became affiliated with the church at Thurston.  She married James Gould, deceased, and to them was born one daughter, Mrs. Carrie West, of Keeneyville, who survives.  Eight years later, she married John Stafford, who died July 12, 1925.  The following survive:  Andrew, of Sabinsville; Eugene at home; George, of Elmira and Mrs. Edith Swimley, of Westfield; two granddaughters, Mrs. Jessie Sticklin, of Wellsboro, and Mrs. Orville Stafford, with whom she made her home.  Funeral services were held at the Cowanesque church Tuesday, Rev. C. E. Swearingen, of the Westfield Methodist church, officiating, with Rev. James Burkema assisting; burial in the Champlin cemetery.

ENGLISH
Duane LaRue Age 66, of 530 West Main Street, Westfield, Pennsylvania, died October 12, 2004 at the Corning Hospital after a sudden illness. Duane was born in Hornell, NY, August 21, 1938, to Robert and Marian English. Duane attended Westfield schools and was a graduate of Cowanesque Valley High School. Duane served in the Marine Corps from 1956 to 1959. Duane enjoyed hunting, fishing and golfing, and was a lifetime member of the Cowanesque Valley Rod and Gun Club. He was a 25 year member in good standing of the Elkland Moose. In addition, he was also a member of the VFW in Knoxville, and Knoxville-Deerfield Firemen's Association. He was retired from Dresser-Rand. On August 18, 1951, at the age of 12, Duane became one of the youngest scouts ever to receive an Eagle Award. His Award was presented to him by the Steuben Area Council of Scouts at a ceremony held at Camp Gorton. Surviving Duane is his wife of 39 years, Ellen Decker English of Westfield, PA. Brothers and sisters include Barbara Dunning of Addison, NY, Tina Hess of Sabinsville, PA, Barry English of Westfield, PA, Clara Ianson of Westfield, PA, and Gordon English of Westfield, PA. Also surviving Duane are his children, Thomas English of Elkland, PA, Dale English of Knoxville, PA, Cynthia English of Jasper, NY, Traci (Ransom) King of Port Deposit, MD, and David Ransom of Elmira, NY. He is also survived by several grandchildren and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Samuel English in 1976. Services will be held for Duane at Kenyon's Funeral Home in Westfield, PA, with calling hours on Friday, October 15, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m., and funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 16, at 1 p.m. Burial and committal will be at the Champlin Cemetery. Note: In lieu of flowers and due to Duane's love of reading, the family is asking for all donations to be made to a local library in his memory.

ENGLISH - Samuel L. English Samuel L. English, 33, of Genesee, Pa., a former Westfield resident, died Friday, Nov. 12, 1976 at the Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville, N.Y. He was born in Corning, N.Y. Sept. 3, 1943 the son of Robert and Marion Button English. Mr. English was employed at Turbo-Dyne of Wellsville, N.Y. He was master of F&AM Lodge #477 of Westfield. He is survived by his wife, Caryl; son Ryan; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert English of Westfield; three brothers Duane of Corning, N.Y., Barry of Westfield, Pa and Gordon of Germany; three sisters, Mrs. Barbara Dunning of addison, NY Mrs. Tina Hess, and Mrs. Clara Ianson, both of Westfield. Funeral was at the United Methodist Church, Genesee, Tuesday at 2 p.m. with the Rev Ronald Strader officiating. Burial was in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. Funeral arrangements were by Watkins Funeral Home, Westfield. Submitted by Marlene MILES Andes August 6, 1998

ERICKSON, Carolyn E. - Carolyn E. Jacobson age 87 of Westfield passed away at her home May 11, 2018. She was born Oct. 10, 1930 in Hector Twp. the daughter of Roy and Beulah Works Erickson. She worked as a claim examiner for the Pa. Employment Agency (Career Link), was a Tioga Co. Neighborhood Chairman for many years, received the Girl Scout Thank's Badge,  a reporter for the Elmira Star Gazette and Westfield Free Press for many years. Worked for the school census, was a Kindergarten bus driver, graduated with honors from Hornell Business school, worked at Eberle Tanning, graduated from Westfield High school, member of the Westfield United Methodist church and a 84 year member of the Potterbrook Happy Hour Club.  She is survived by her children Terry (Ruth) Jacobson, Westfield, Mary (Larry) Foor, Westfield, Laurie (Michael) Buck, Wellsboro, Kristi (Steven) Webster, Wellsboro and Susan (Daniel) Clark, Woodhull, NY. grandchildren, William and Stephanie Jacobson, Katherine and Wes Vosburg, Eric Webster, Chris Buck, Kylee Jacobson and J.D. Coccia, Alissa Buck, Brett and Krystin Webster.  3 great grandchildren. brother, Larry Erickson, Westfield, sisters, Kathryn (Howard) Phillips, Potterbrook, Kay (Richard) Drenzek, Chapel Hill, NC, sister's in law, Donna Erickson, Dubois, Pa. and Mary Jacobson, Walkersville, MD, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years William, son William Jr, and brother Keith "NIP". Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield Monday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. and the Westfield United Methodist Church Tuesday from 11:00 to 12:00 pm. where funeral services will be held following calling hours at 12:00 pm. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery.  Memorial donations may be made to the Potterbrook Happy Hour Club, c/o Mary Foor, 120 Cooper Rd., Westfield, Pa. 16950 or the Westfield United Methodist Church. – Mansfield Gazette, 17 May 2018 and 24 May 2018

 

EUFER, William C. Jr. - William C. Eufer, Jr., age 51 of Westfield passed away on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at this home. Born October 19, 1964 in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late William and Joanne (Hall) Eufer. Bill was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved the outdoors. He is survived by his children, William (Nicole) Eufer of Philadelphia, Shawn Eufer of Westfield and Jen Eufer of Westfield; grandchildren, William Eufer, IV and Grace Eufer; his sister, Debora Sipps of Westfield and a nephew, David Sipps of Westfield. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, July 23, 11:00 AM at the Champlin Cemetery. Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home. -  Mansfield Gazette, July 27, 2016

 

MARK R. 'SKINNY' FAY 52, of Potter Brook, Westfield, died Monday, Aug. 12, 2019 in his grandmother's home surrounded by his family. Born Aug. 10, 1967, in Wellsboro, he was the son of Randy and Marilyn Hess Fay. He was a 1985 graduate of Cowanesque Valley High School, where he was active with FFA. Mark was a certified auto mechanic, autobody technician, and heavy equipment mechanic. He was employed as a mechanic by Kibbe Oil and Gas Field Services in Harrison Valley. Mark was a technical manager and member of the track crew at Woodhull Raceway. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, bowler, and a master maple syrup sugar maker. He loved his dog, Millie. Surviving are: three children, Cameron Fay of Westfield, Logan Fay of York, and Jenna Fay of York; two granddaughters, Cali Skye Fay and Carolina Fay; his mother, Marilyn Hess of Knoxville; his father, Randy Fay of Westfield; maternal grandmother, H. Virginia Alexander of Wellsboro; paternal grandmother, Eva Fay of Westfield; sisters, Debora McCullen of Westfield and Sonya Kelley of Painted Post, NY; half-brother, Barett Van Schaick; step-brothers, John Van Schaick, Chris Van Schaick, and Victor Van Schaick; niece, Kaila Reigh; nephew, Dale McCullen; former wife, Kimberly Fay of York; aunts, auntie Linda (Donald) Rodman of Clifton Springs, NY, Eva (David) Buckley of Ulysses, Linda Eick of Osceola, PA, and Pat Haggard; an uncle, James (Kim) Abbey of Tunnelton, West Va.; great-aunts and great-uncles; cousins; close friends, Ted and Brandi White and Matt Kibbe and Whitney Schlimm. He was predeceased by his grandfathers, Walter Hess and Richard H. Fay; and uncles, Dale Fay and Randy Abbey. Friends may attend a visitation at the Potter Brook People's Church on Sunday, Sept. 15, from 2 – 4 p.m. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield on a later date. Memorials may be made to the People's Church of Potter Brook, 62 Rte. 49, Westfield, PA. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Ulysses. -Wellsboro Gazette 8/20/2019

FAY Ronald G.
Age 87, of 442 E. Main St., Westfield, PA, died October 8, 2009 at his home. He was born December 17, 1921 in Elkland, PA, the son of Gordon and Ethel Button Fay. He retired from Eberle Tanning Co., was a World War II veteran, avid sportsman, enjoyed collecting knives and coins and spending time with his great-great-grandchildren. He is survived by his sons, Kevin (Holly) Fay of Bethel, CT, Lynn "Stub" Fay of Westfield, PA; daughters, Joyce Ahearn and Richard Ray of Jena, LA, Mary Stevens of Lithia, FL, Penny (Ralph) Tormey of Westfield; four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Robert (Beverly) Fay of Potterbrook, PA, Richard (Eva) Fay of Potterbrook; sisters, Phyllis Cutlip of Brookville, FL, Alice Grover of Galeton, PA; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bertha; son, Ronald Jr.; grandsons, Donald Burdick III and Justin Aldrich; brothers, William and Keith; and sister, Marie Adams. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield, PA, Sunday 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., where funeral services will be held Monday at 11:00 a.m, Pastor Lewis Young officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA, with Full Military Honors. Memorial donations may be made to the Sabinsville Vol. Ambulance Assn.   Published in Star-Gazette on October 10, 2009

Obit: no newspaper name, date of death Mar 24 1984
ELKLAND, PA - Victor B. FISH, 76, of Second St, Elmira, died Saturday, Mar 24 1984 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Elmira. Born May 27 1907, he was the son of William M. and Nancy Woodford Fish. Surviving are three sons, Charles Fish of Addison, Herman Fish of Corning, and Ernest Fish of Florida; three daughters, Mrs Carl (Bessie) Burrous and Gladys Whitmire, both of Westfield and Mrs. Frank (Erma) Dart of Nelson; one brother, Herman Fish of Elkland; 19 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren Friends may call at the Kenyon Funeral Home here today 2-4 and 7-9 pm Services will be there Tuesday at 2 pm, the rev. Lowell Watkins, officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield.

 

FLICK, Anna M. – Anna M. Flick, 83, of 265 Maple St., Westfield, died Thursday, Nov. 30, 1989 at the Resting Comfort Nursing Home in Westfield. Born Nov. 25, 1906 in Ridgeway, she was the daughter of Peter and Anna Fisher Flick, Sr. She was a member of the Cowanesque Valley Republican Women and the First Baptist Church of Westfield. Preceding her in death were tow brothers, Surviving are her sister, Margaret Flick, of Westfield, and several cousins. Calling hours were held at the Kenyon Funeral Home in Westfield Saturday, Dec. 2 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Services were held at the funeral home Sunday, Dec. 3 at 2 p.m. Rev. Sandra Foster and Rev. Wallace Coch officiated. Burial was made at the Champlin Cemetery in Westfield. Memorial contributions may be made in her honor to the First Baptist Church of Westfield Building Fund. – Wellsboro Gazette, 6 December 1989

 

FLINT – Mrs. Antoinette Flint Parsons died at her late home in Westfield May 28th. She was born in 1832 and married the late William H. Parsons. In 1909 Mr. Parsons died and since that time Mrs. Crandall had lived with her mother. She was a member of the M.E. Church. She is survived by five sons, Frank, Lester, Charles, Van and Ed, and two daughters, Mrs. Alice Crandall and Mrs. Ray J. Wilbur. The funeral was held last Tuesday afternoon at two o’clock, Rev. Carl Hayes officiating; interment in the Champlin cemetery. – Wellsboro Agitator, 7 June 1916

 

FOSTER, Elloyd W.:  Age 83, of Rd 1, Gaines, PA, Friday, February 13, 1987 at  Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield, PA, Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm., where Funeral Services will be conducted Monday at 2 pm. The Rev. Dr. Paul Palmer Green officiating. Burial, Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Howard and Ava Foster of Rd, Westfield; granddaughter, Karen Zinck of Rd, Woodhull, NY; grandson, Thomas S. Foster of Watertown, NY; great-grandchildren, Amy Jo, and Michael Zinck, Michelle Huff, and Kelly Foster. He was a member of the Westfield Masonic Lodge #477 F & AM, Coudersport Consistory and the Galeton Moose. He was a Businessman born, April 19, 1903 in Wheelervile, PA, the son of, Charles and Minerva Wheeler Foster. He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret Alice Foster.

LODGE NOTICE [regarding Elloyd W. Foster]:  The officers and members of the Westfield Masonic Lodge #447 F & AM will meet at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield, PA, Sunday, February 15, 1987 at 8 pm., to conduct Memorial Services for our deceased brother, Elloyd W. Foster.
Signed,
Jeffrey VanDusen
Worshipful Master

FREEMAN Bruce L.
Age 62, of 138 Stephenson Street, Westfield, PA, diedSunday, April 27, 2008, at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. He was born October 16, 1945 in Port Allegany, PA, the son of Melvin and Mary Baker Freeman. He was retired from Dominion Transmission Corp. where he worked as an electrician. Bruce was a veteran of the U.S. Navy who served in Vietnam and life member of Port Allegany V.F.W. #6391. Bruce enjoyed camping and sitting on his porch visiting with his neighbors. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Donna Kio Freeman; daughter, Evonne (Keith) VanGorder, Galeton, PA; grandson, Cole VanGorder, Galeton, PA; mother, Mary Freeman; brother, Larry Freeman; sister, Linda (Cecil) Messer, all of Port Allegany, PA; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Melvin; and his brother, Bernard Freeman. Family and friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Inc., 222 West Main Street, Westfield, PA, Tuesday from 7-9:00 p.m. where Funeral Services will be conducted Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Lewis Young officiating. Burial in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. Memorial donations may be made to Port Allegany V.F.W #6391 in Bruce's memory.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 4/29/2008.

WILLIAM E. FRY age 82 of Westfield, PA, Friday, October 8, 1971.  Friends may call at the Watkins Funeral home, Westfield, Pa., Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral there Monday at 2 p.m.  Rev. Merle Cowher.  Champlin Cemetery.  Survived by wife, Anna; daughter, Mrs. Roy Deals of Butler, Pa.; step-daughters, Mrs. Margaret Andrews of Wellsville, N.Y., Mrs. Barbara Heathie of Surry, B.C.; step-sons, Norman Moore of Wellsville, Calvin Robbins of Philadelphia, Pa., Harold Robbins of LeRoy, N.Y.; 16 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 10/9/1971

FULLER - LEAH B. FULLER
Leah B. Fuller, daughter of Mrs. Clara Fuller of Westfield, died Oct. 18, 1893 at the home of her uncle, Fred Brown. She was born in Knoxville, Pa. on January 15, 1888. Funeral held from the house with Rev. Jones officiating. Interment in Champlin Cemetery. Submitted by Ron Lewis from Westfield Free Press

GEE -  Tammy L. ENGLISH
Age 44, of 1176 Broughton Road, Westfield, PA, died Saturday, September 25, 2010, at home in care of her loving family following nearly a two-year battle with cancer. Born November 16, 1965 in Blossburg, PA, she was the daughter of Shirley J. Knickerbocker and Robert Gee Jr. and the granddaughter of the late Lorena E. and Elmer L. Knickerbocker. On June 29th, 2002 she married Wayne F. English, who survives. Tammy was a certified nurse's assistant and tax preparer. Also surviving are children, Martin E. (Josetta) Stahli Jr., Nichole L. Stahli, Damieon W. English, all of Westfield and Jennifer R. (Michael) Acevedo Sr. of Richmond, VA; three grandchildren; sisters, Lisa (Roland) Monroe and Vickie (Brian) Beard; one stepbrother, one stepsister, several nieces, nephews and cousins and many more friends. The family will welcome relatives and friends to pay their respects and celebrate Tammy's life at Kenyon Funeral Home, Inc., 222 West Main Street, Westfield, PA 16950 Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. Funeral Services will be conducted Wednesday at 1 p.m., Rev. Dr. Roy L. Seiders officiating. Burial in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to your local chapter of the American Cancer Society American Cancer Society American Cancer Society American Cancer Society . - Elmira Star Gazette, September 27, 2010

GEE -  ENGLISH Tammy L
Westfield, Pa. — Tammy L. English, 44, of 1176 Broughton Road, died Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010 at home. She was a nurse assistant. Survivors include her husband, Wayne F. English; children Martin E. Stahli Jr., Nicole L. Stahli, Damieon English, all of Westfield, and Jennifer Acevedo Sr., of Richmond, Va.; sisters Lisa Monroe, Vickie Beard. Calling hours will be 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Inc. Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, the Rev. Roy L. Seiders officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery. - Corning Leader, September 26, 2010

GEORGE Donald Ivan
Of 670 Heiden Drive, Hummelstown, PA 17036 died
Friday, June 11, 2010, born January 25, 1929 in Westfield, Tioga County, PA, son of Ray and Cassie Martin George (deceased). He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Helen Franke George; children, Beth George Bremigan and husband Ralph of Muncie, IN, James Donald George and wife Susan; grandchildren, Lynn and Matthew George of Hershey, PA and Thomas Ivan Bremigan; brother, David George and wife Judy of Westfield, PA; sisters-in-law, Diane Franke Catlin of Fallbrook, CA and Wilma Franke Johnson and husband Donald of Wellsboro, PA; and many dear cousins. Donald and Helen were baptized in the Westfield Baptist Church in November 1942. They were married in the same church on June 17, 1954. Donald served as deacon from 1955 to 2000 and as Sunday School teacher of teenage boys from 1950's through 1970's; he also served in leadership positions on the pulpit committee, in the local Mens Fellowship, on the church's 100th anniversary committee in 1991, and as church moderator. In the larger American Baptist Fellowship, Donald served on the Tioga Baptist Association Board, as Area VP on the ABCMenOPAD Board, and on the American Baptist Churches of PA and Delaware Region Board. In July 1994, he was chosen Layman of the Year by the Baptist Region Mens Board. In addition, Donald also served his country and community. He served in the US Air Force for four years, has been a member (and adjutant) of the Gerald G. Griffin Post 519 American Legion since 1952; a member of the Masonic Lodge #477 since 1955, a member of Coudersport Consistory since 1974, Zembo Shrine of Harrisburg and Hershey Shrine Club since 2002. He was a Westfield Boro councilman 1974-1979, a boro auditor and a member of the Planning Commission and Sewer Authority. He was a Boy Scout as a youth, a Boy Scout Committee member 1969-1980 and a Merit Badge Counselor (Personal Management). Donald also worked as a volunteer at the Westfield public Library after his retirement. After graduating from Westfield High School, Donald worked in the office of the Eberle Tanning Company for a year. Following his honorable discharge, Donald was employed by Consolidated Natural Gas Transmission Corporation. He retired in January 1990 as Area Supervisor, Lease & Right-of-Way (State of NY and Northern PA) after 37 years and 4 months. Donald and Helen moved to the Hershey area in 2000 where they have been associate members of the Derry Presbyterian Church. Donald served there in several ways and enjoyed Wednesday morning golf with other church men. Receiving visitors 6-8 p.m., Sunday, June 13 at Kenyon Funeral Home. Services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, June 14 at Westfield Baptist Church and 2 p.m. Friday, June 18 at Derry Presbyterian Church, Hershey. Burial at Champlin Cemetery. Clergy: Rev. Dr. Louis George and Pastor Lewis Young. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Westfield Public Library or Hospice of Central PA, 1370 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17110. – Elmira Star Gazette, June 12, 2010

GEORGE Hazel Augusta
Hazel G. Outman, 82, wife of Carl W. Outman of Westfield, Pa., died Friday, Nov. 12, 1976 in the Green Home, Wellsboro, Pa. She was born Apr. 4, 1894 in Westfield the daughter of Sylvester and Wilhelmina Oswald George. As a young woman, Mrs. Outman taught in area schools for ten years. She was a member of St. John's Episcopal church where she served as superintendent of the Sunday School for many years. She was a past worthy matron of the Order of Eastern Star and a charter member of the American Legion Auxiliary. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. John (Dorothy) Murdock and son-in-law John Murdock of R.D. Knoxville; one brother, Hugh George of Bradford, Pa.; three grandchildren, Eric Lawrence of Singapore, Mrs. Randi  Dolph of Chicago, Ill., David Murdock of Elmira, N.Y.; one great granddaughter, Leslie Lawrence.  Funeral was held at St. John's Episcopal Church Monday at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Richard Harlacher officiating. Burial was in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield.

 

GERWATOWSKI, Edeltraut - Edeltraut (Gerwatowski) Lewis, age 89, of Mansfield, PA, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2019 at Troy Hospital. She was born on June 30, 1930 in Berlin, Germany, a daughter of August and Irma (Gerstung) Gerwatowski. Edeltraut was the wife of the late Gene Lewis who died in 2016.  She is survived by a son, Michael Gene Lewis of Wilmington, DE; a daughter, Lori Ann and Thomas Hanes of Coatsville, PA; a granddaughter, Alyssa Hanes; a sister, Inge Erdinger of Thierach, Germany. She was preceded in death by her husband and son Harold Lewis.  A memorial service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 39 Kingdom Lane, Mansfield, Pa. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA.. – Mansfield Gazette, PA, 20 June 2019

 

GIGUERE Viola L. Kontoes

85, of Westfield died on Friday, July 6, 2012 at Broad Acres in Wellsboro where she has lived the past 14 years. Born June 9, 1927 in Leicester, Mass, she is the daughter of George and Florence (Kent) Giguere. She was discharged in 1945 in Des Moines, Iowa from the US Army. She married Andrew Kontoes, and they have spent 65 years together. They have traveled all over the country, from CA to Maine to FL. She was the best wife and enjoyed cooking for her family. Viola is survived by her loving husband, Andrew and her daughter, Vivian D. Kontoes of Westfield. Family will receive friends at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield on Wednesday, 2:00 - 4:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, 11:00 AM with Pastor Kurt Heisey officiating. Burial will be in the Champlin Cemetery, Westfield.     Funeral home obituary – July 10, 2012

 

EDGAR GITCHELL SR., 57, of Westfield, Saturday, Dec. 9, 1961.  He was an employee of Eberle Tanning Co.  Survived by daughter, Mrs. Margaret Cooper and son, Edgar Jr. both of Westfield; four grandchildren.  Body is at the family home on North St.  Funeral there Tuesday at 2 p.m.  The Rev. Clair Stalham.  Champlin Cemetery, Westfield.  –Elmira Advertiser 12/11/1961

 

GITCHELL, James E. -  James E. Gitchell age 64 of Osceola passed away May 9, 2017 at the Williamsport Regional Medical Center. He was born Aug. 25, 1952 the son of Edgar L. and Lois D. Cooper Gitchell. He proudly served in the U.S. military and was a truck driver for many years. He is survived by his brother Gary (Betty) Gitchell, Woodhull, NY.  several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his wife Alice, his parents, a brother James Jr. and a sister Judy Tompkins. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield, Pa. Saturday from 12:00 to 2:00 pm. where funeral services will be held following calling hours and 2:00 pm. Rev. Larry O'Dell, offc. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, Pa. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donors choice. – Williamsport Sun Gazette, 12 May 2017

GITCHELL, Margaret J. - Margaret J. Cooper, age 90 of Westfield passed away on Friday, March 8, 2019 at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro. Born September 8, 1928 in Westfield, she was the daughter of the late Edgar and Vera (Huber) Gitchell. Margaret enjoyed reading and spending time with her great granddaughter. She is survived by her daughters, Barbara Cooper, Nancy (Steve) Mann and Ruth Cooper, all of Westfield; grandchildren, Tanya Taylor of Westfield and Adam (Natalie) Taylor of Lawrenceville; great granddaughter, Mariah Rodgers; sister in law, Frances Carl and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard A. “Pat” Cooper; a daughter, Gloria Jean Gitchell and a brother, Edgar Gitchell, Jr. Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield on Monday, from 1:00 – 3:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 3:00 PM with Rev. Larry O’Dell officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Kenyon Funeral Home to help with expenses. - Mansfield Gazette, 14 March 2019

 

GRAHAM Elberta M. Bost

83, of 401 Coates Ave, Elkland, PA, entered into rest on Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro, PA. Elberta was born in Jackson Summit, PA on May 22, 1929, the daughter of Joseph and Florence (Wilson) Graham. She attended rural schools in the Owlville District in the Town of Woodhull. On December 2, 1945, she and Floyd M. Bost were married. Floyd preceded her in death on August 29, 1986. Elberta was a homemaker and had worked as a waitress at one time. She was a former member of the Soldiers & Sailors Hospital Auxiliary and Elkland Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. She also belonged to the Ladies of the Moose in Wellsboro. Also predeceasing Elberta were her sisters, Waneta Aldrich and Marie Phelps and her brother, Walter Graham. Surviving are her children, JoElla (Chester) Mosher, Sally (Thomas) Mosher and Paul Bost, all of Elkland and Raymond (Nettie) Bost Sr. of Tioga; her grandchildren, Joseph Mosher, Shannon (Cheri) Mosher, Jodylynn Mosher, Melissa Mosher and Raymond Bost Jr.; special grandchild, Cody Woodward; three great grandchildren, seven great great-grandchildren and one great great great grandchild along with several nieces and nephews. Friends may call on Friday, March 1 from 6-8 PM at the H.P. Smith & Son Inc. Funeral Home, 1607 Main St. Woodhull, NY. Funeral services will be held there on Saturday at 11 AM. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA.   Star Gazette – February 27, 2013

 

GRAHAM Ruby

Wellsboro Agitator, Tioga, PA-- Wednesday, December 21, 1947

The funeral of Mrs. Ruby Graham Hackett, 59, who died at her home near Sabinsville, Dec. 15, following an eight week illness, was held at the Sabinsville Baptist Church, December 18. Rev. Cecil Palon? officiated; burial in the Champlin cemetery. She was born in Westfield township, Dec. 20, 1887. Survivors include her husband, Claude Hackett; 2 sons, Cecil at home; Willard of Sabinsville; 2 daughters, Mrs. Leah Young, of Jasper, NY and Mrs. Opal Butler of Knoxville; one sister, Mrs. Gosts? Robinson of Austin; one brother, George W. Graham of Costello; 2 nephews and 15 grandchildren. (obit has a few smudges)

 

GRAMLICH Bernard Charles "Jim"

Westfield, PA: Age 72 of 376 South Road, Westfield, PA died Feb. 1, 2011 at his home. He was born Sept. 2, 1938 in Philadelphia, PA, the son of Bernard and Margaret Dougherty Gramlich. He was a tool and die maker for Nice Ball Bearing, Kulpsville, PA and a veteran of the U.S. Army. Friends and relatives are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield, PA Friday Feb. 18, 2011 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., where a memorial service will be held following calling hours at 2:00 p.m. Rev. John Kita officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA at the convenience of the family.  Star Gazette – February 13, 2011

 

GRIDLEY, Mildred – Mildred G. Newman, 85, of the Green Home, Wellsboro, PA, formerly of Westfield, PA, died Thursday, April 11, 1985. She was born Aug. 27, 1899 in Westfield, Tioga County, PA, a daughter of Charles L. and Olivia Knapp Gridley. A housewife, she was a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church, Westfield and of the Eastern Star and the Daughters of the American Revolution. Her husband, Herbert J. Newman, preceded her in death. Surviving are two daughters, Margaret N. James of Dixonville, PA and Mrs. N.F. [Barbara] Carlson of Westfield; sister, Mrs. Florence Rowles of Challis, Indiana; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends were invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield, PA on Friday, April 12, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services were held at St. John’s Episcopal Church, Westfield, Saturday, April 13, at 3 p.m. with the Rev. M. Peter Harer officiating. Burial was in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. – Wellsboro Gazette, 17 April 1985

 

GUNN Anson
Wellsboro Agitator - June 9, 1932
Anson Gunn. Gunn. aged 73 years, died May 20, at his home on the California road, near Westfield, after a few days' illness of pneumonia.  He was born at Troupsburg, N Y., but most of his life had been spent in the village of Westfield.  Fifty-one years ago he married Sarah Jeanette Pickett, of Troupsburg, who survives him, with three sons, Orrin, Charles and , Otto, of Westfield; one sister, Mrs. Orrin L. Shaw, of Freeman, N. Y., and two grandchildren, Mrs. Allen Waddell and Olof Gunn, of Rochester, who were brought up in his home.  The funeral was held Wednesday, Rev. Wallis Stevens officiating; burial in the Champlain cemetery.

 

GUNN Charles

The Evening Leader, Corning, NY – Saturday, November 24, 1934

Sylvester, Pa., Nov. 24— The funeral of Charles Gunn was held from his late home Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. with Rev. W. H. Stevens officiating. Charles Gunn was born In Brookfield the son of the late Anson and Sarah Gunn. He died at the Blossburg Hospital on Thursday after being taken there on Monday. He was operated on Tuesday morning for appendicitis. He leaves to mourn his death his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Esther Wood and Mrs. Marion Ames of Keeneyville; one son Robert at home, also an aged mother, two brothers Orrin of this place and Otto of Sabinsville.  

 

HACKETT ALLIE
Wellsboro Agitator - January 21, 1960
Allie H. Hackett, 77, of Knoxville, died Monday, January 18, 1960.  He was born in Westfield township June 2, 1882, the son of Charles and Mary Hackett, and was a member of Jamison Grange and Knoxville I.O.O.F.  Surviving are his widow, Anna; one son, Raymond, of Wellsboro; one granddaughter, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  The Rev. Richard Drehmer will conduct funeral services Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock.  Burial will be in Champlain Cemetery, Westfield.

HACKETT CHARLES SQUIRE
Wellsboro Agitator, Tioga, PA--Wednesday, September 22, 1909
Mr. Charles Hackett, aged 60, the oldest son of Elmer and Harriet Hackett, deceased, died recently of Bright's disease, at his home near Westfield. Mr Hackett was born June 9, 1849, in Westfield township. When 26 years of age he married Mary Brace, of Brace Hollow. To them were born 3 children, Lottie who died in 1902, Claude and Allie. He was again married in 1887 to Rose Cary. Besides his wife and sons, he is survived by one sister, Rachel Conklin, 3 brothers: Hiram of Westfield; Emery of Lake View, MI and Elmer of Portland, Oregon.

HACKETT ROBERT R.
Wellsboro Agitator – February 21, 1963
Robert C. Hackett, proprietor of the Glenway Tavern at 311 Baker Street, Corning, died suddenly February 17th, 1963, following a heart seizure suffered while working at his place of business.  He was a native of Westfield, born there March 21, 1904 the son of the late Allie and Bessie Ackley Hackett.  He played banjo with the well-known Jimmy Day Band in the 1920’s as well as with other dance bands.  He also played saxophone, trumpet, bass viol and violin.  Hackett who lived for some years in Wellsboro where he was the owner of the Horseshoe Inn was a member of Wellsboro Masonic Lodge and the Irem Temple at Wilkes Barre.  He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Andrew L. Bedient, of Corning RD 3; stepmother, Mrs. Anna Hackett, Knoxville; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild.  Funeral was held February 20th at the Carpenter Funeral Home.  Interment Champlin Cemetery, Westfield.

HALL, James F. Jr. – James F. Hall, Jr., 68, of 120 Sherman St., Galeton died Friday, September 1, 1989. Born Dec. 4, 1920, in Westfield, he was the son of James F. Sr. and Edith Gutknecht Hall. A graduate of Westfield High School, class of 1941, he was a former member of the United Methodist Church, Galeton VFW, American Legion, Masonic Blue Lodge Scottish Rite, 32nd degree mason and was a former member of Galeton Loyal Order of Moose. He is a retired master sergeant of the US Army and a retired bookkeeper for Lush Brothers, Inc. Surviving are a son, James D. Hall of Galeton; a sister, Mrs. Juanita Empson of Galeton; brothers, Richard and George Hall, both of Westfield; two grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held at Collins Funeral Home in Galeton Monday, September 4. The Rev. Lowell Watkins officiated. Burial was med in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. – Wellsboro Gazette, 6 September 1989

HAMILTON, Barbara J. - Barbara J. Burrous, 69, of Westfield, died Monday, July 18, 2016. Born Dec. 29, 1946, in Coudersport, she was the daughter of D. Blair and Vivian Lewis Hamilton. On Aug. 1, 1965, in Genesee, she married Kenneth E. "Fub" Burrous, who survives. A 1964 graduate of Northern Potter High School, she was employed by Westfield Tanning Company and WW Disposal. She was a member of the Westfield First Baptist Church. Surviving besides her husband, Kenneth, are, two daughters, Darla (James) Davis of Westfield, Shammi (Kevin) Shoemaker of Acworth, N.H.; seven grandchildren, Jaymes, Elizabeth, Jacob, Jairod, Emma, Patrick, Jake; a brother, Donald Hamilton of Genesee; a sister, Debra (John) McLaughlin of Coudersport; nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents. Friends may call at the Olney Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Ulysses, on Thursday, July 21, from 4 to 6 p.m., with a memorial service following at 6 p.m. Mr. Michael Hale will officiate. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery Westfield. Memorials may be made to the  American Cancer Society -  Mansfield Gazette, July 20, 2016

HANDY DYER
Wellsboro Agitator - Sept. 22, 1926
Dyer Handy was born Dec. 25, 1837, on the farm where his daughter now resides, on the Jemjson, having spent all of his life there, and died Sept 10, 1926. His wife died three years ago. Mr. Handy is survived hy his daughters, Mrs. David Hornsby; a granddaughter, Mrs.Jesse Shellman, and a great-granddaughter, Rilla Shellman. Mr. Handy was an energetic farmer and much respected in his community.  The funeral was held Sept 13; burial in the Champlin cemetery.  Rev. F. H. Chapman, of Westfield, offlciating.

 

HARRIS Nancy L. Brown

Age 53, of Mansfield, PA, died Thursday, September 1, 2011. She was born March 12, 1958 in Wellsboro, PA, the daughter of Kenneth and Helen Burton Harris. She was currently employed at Medplast, Westfield, PA and Goodwill, Wellsboro, PA. Survived by sons, Brad (Dee) Hackett, Lawrenceville, PA, Paul Hackett Jr., Center Ossipee, NH, Ted Hackett, Petersburg, WV; daughter, Michelle (Daniel) Delawder, Dorcas, WV; 16 grandchildren; brothers, Terry, Tim, Daryl and Michael Harris; sister, Elizabeth McCullen; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Nancy was preceded in death by one brother and one sister. Family and friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Inc., 222 West Main Street, Westfield, PA, Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Services will be conducted Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Larry O'Dell officiating. Burial in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. Donations may be made to any of the local animal shelters in Nancy's memory.   Star Gazette – September 6, 2011

 

HARRIS SETH WALLACE
Westfield Free Press - Volume XII - Thursday, November 13, 1890
Seth W. Harris, who lived at the mouth of Jemison creek, was buried today, Champlain Cemetery.

HAVEN ANNETTE
Wellsboro Agitator -  July 25, 1923
Mrs. Annettie Haven Handy, aged 69 years, died at her home in Westfield on July 11.  Mrs. Handy had been suffering for the past five months.  She was born Columbia, Bradord county, May 23, 1854, and was married to Dyer Handy August 29, 1871.  She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. David Hornsby, of Westfield, and one brother, George W. Haven, of Osceola;  one granddaughter, Mrs. Jesse Shellman, and one great-granddaughter, Rilla Shellman, besides several nieces, namely  Mrs. E. D. Holt, of Osceola; Mrs. P. V. Rolson, Mrs. C. W. Bristol, Mrs. L. K. King, and one nephew, B. S. Haven.  The funeral was held July 13 at the home, Rev. Mr. Shurger officiating; burial in the Champlain cemetery.

HAVEN ANNETTE
Wellsboro Agitator – July 18, 1923
Death of Mrs. Dyer Handy
Mrs. Dyer Handy died July 11 at her home on the Jemison.  Mrs. Handy is survived by her husband, one daughter, Mrs. Jesse Shellman, and one great-granddaughter, all of the Jemison and one brother, George Havens, of Osceola.  Mrs. Handy was before her marriage, Miss Annette Havens, daughter of Royal and Lucinda Havens.  She was a member of the Baptist church and of the Jemison Lodge. The funeral was held from the home Friday afternoon, Rev Mr.
Shruger, pastor of the M. E. church officiating.

HEGMANN JOHN F.
Wellsboro Agitator - August 26, 1942
John F. Hegmann died Thursday morning, Aug. 20, at the Arnot-Ogden Hospital in Elmira.  He had been ill for some time.  He was born in Westfield, Nov. 13, 1882, son of John J. and Mary B. Hegmann.  Mr. Hegmann is survived by his widow and daughter, Mrs. Genevieve Bean, of Addison; a son, Kenneth, of the Jemison Valley; four grandchildren, one sister, Mrs. C. E. Bulkley and two nieces.  He was a member of Westfield Masonic Lodge, Knoxville I. O. O. F. and Jemison Grange.  Funeral services were held at the home, Sunday, Rev. James Buikema, officiating; burial in the Champlain cemetery at Westfield.  The Masonic Lodge were in charge of services at the cemetery.

 

HAROLD J. HENDERSHOT –Harold J. Hendershot, 70, of Cowanesque died Saturday, March 11, 1995, at home.  Born Feb. 1, 1925, in Emeigh, he was the son of Charles and Lucille Reedy Hendershot.  He was a printer at the Valley Dollar Saver, Westfield.  He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Westfield and life member of the Knoxville V.F.W.  Preceding him in death was his sister, Florence Simes, in 1994.  Surviving are his wife, Doris; two sons and daughters-in-law, Jerry and Gail Hendershot of Westfield and James and Donna Toscano of Syracuse, N.Y.; two daughters, Patricia Church of Osceola and Pamela Hendershot of Cowanesque; grandchildren, Chad and Kevin Hendershot, Nicole Church, Lisa and James Toscano; two brothers, Charles Hendershot of Yuba City, Calif., and Gordan Cumberland of Levittown; several nieces and nephews.  Friends called at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield, on Monday, March 13.  Services were held there Tuesday, March 14, with the Rev. Harry Dow officiating.  Burial was made in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield.  Memorial donations may be made to the Hospice, in care of North Penn Comprehensive Health Services, 520 Ruah St., Blossburg, Pa. 16912 or Sabinsville Volunteer Ambulance Association.

 

HENDRICKSON John Franklin

Wellsboro Agitator - December 1, 1926

John Hendrickson, of Westfield, died Nov. 20.  He is survived by his widow and eight children.  Funeral services were held Tuesday.  The I.O.O.F. and Rebekah Lodges attended in a body.

 

HENNINGER, Warren A. Jr. - Warren A. Henninger, Jr.  died on July 14, 2016 at Carleton Nursing Home, in Wellsboro.  He was the husband of Patricia (Tregua) Henninger who preceded him in death, July 1, 2000.  Warren was born August 26, 1926 in Philadelphia, PA, the son of the late Warren A. and Margaret (Jackson) Henninger. During his life, Warren was employed as an engineering tech. for the Defense Dept.  He was a member of Omega PSI PHI Fraternity. There will be no services.  Warren will be interred in St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Columbarium.Local arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Ltd. -Mansfield Gazette, July 20, 2016

 

HEWITT LUCY
Westfield Free Press - Volume XIV - Thursday, October 6, 1898
Mrs. Lucy Weeks died at the home of her son, Wm. Weeks on Sat. am and the funeral at 2 on Sunday with the Rev. Allen of Sabinsville, PA.  She was nearly 88 years old and the wife of Dyer Weeks who died about 10 years ago.  Since his death she has lived with her son William.  To them were born 13 children---10 still living:  Lucretia Wiley, Marion Weeks, Welcome Reynolds, Rosweld Weeks, Ritner Weeks, Harriet Osborn, Susan Inscho, Chas. Weeks, Wm. Weeks, and John Weeks.

HEYLER Daniel K.
Age 58, of 704 East Main Street, Westfield, PA, died
, Thursday, April 15, 2010 at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY. He was born February 7, 1952 in Wellsboro, PA, the son of Edward and Dorna Mudge Heyler. He was a member of the Westfield United Methodist Church, the Bogar Run Hunting Club, Navoo, PA and a life-member of the NRA. Dan was an Eagle Scout and involved in scouting for many years. He was owner/operator of Heyler's Garage where he considered his customers as his "2nd Family." Dan also worked for Brugger & Crandall, Whitcomb Ford and Schultz Motors. He survived by his wife of 31 years, Connie Collum Heyler; daughter, Gwen Heyler, Westfield, PA; son, Allen and fiancee, Amber Baker, Cowenesque, PA; sister, Nancy "David" Resseguie, Rochester, NY; brothers, Sam "Mary Ellen" Heyler, Bradford, PA, Dick Heyler, Gillett, PA, Marty "Joyce" Heyler, Westfield, PA; parents, Edward and Dorna Heyler, Westfield, PA; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home Inc., 222 West Main Street, Westfield, PA, Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Funeral Services will be conducted Monday at 11:00 AM at the Westfield United Methodist Church. Pastor Deborah Watkins officiating. Burial in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. Memorials may be made to the Westfield United Methodist Church or the Cowanesque Valley High School Daniel Heyler Memorial Scholarship Fund. – Elmira Star Gazette, April 17, 2010

HILL KIRKLAND B
Wellsboro Agitator, Tioga, PA -- Wednesday, June 12, 1918
Kirkland B. Hill, one of the older, widely known and respected residents of Cowanesque, died May 31.  Mr Hill was born January 9, 1846, in Clymer Township, and had spent his boyhood days there and at Westfield.  He was the son of Erastus and Violet Thompson Hill and was the last of his family.  Nov. 16, 1873, he married Miss Addie Burdic, of Westfield.  Two children were born to them;  Benjamin L. Hill of Elmira and Mrs Wallace Schoonover of Fredericksburg, VA.  About three years ago, Mr Hill became afflicted with Brights disease, which was the cause of his death.  The funeral was held June 3 at 2 o'clock.  Rev. Thos. Walker, pastor of the M. E. Church of which the deceased was a member, officiated.  Interment was made in the Champlin Cemetery.

DAVID HORNSBY
Wellsboro Gazette - December 7, 1944
David Hornsby, son of Edmund and Mary K Hornsby, died at his home Nov. 18, in Jemison, after a long illness.  He was born Jan. 8, 1864 in Lincolnshire, England.  On Dec. 8, 1888 he was united in marriage to Josephine Handy.  He is survived by his wife; one daughter, Mrs. Mildred M. Shellman and one granddaughter, Rilla Louden, of Wellsboro; also three grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Betsy Haskins of Harrison Valley, and one brother, Joseph Hornsby, of Knoxville.

 

HOUGHTALING Dora Angie

Wellsboro Gazette, Tioga, PA - Thur., Feb 11, 1943, Pg 3

Mrs. Dora Hendrickson, 64, of Westfield, died Feb. 1 at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital after a short illness. Surviving her are four daughters and three sons, Mrs. Lee Russell of Lake Menor, Ohio; Mrs. Kenneth McCloe; Pearl and Margie of Westfield; Sherman and Wayne and Floyd, who is stationed at Camp Claiborne, LA; her father, Marion Houghtaling of Potter Brook; four sisters, Mrs John Meade of Johnson City; Mrs. Roy Glover of Andover, NY; Mrs. Bertha Metcalf of Ulysses; Mrs. James Mallory of Potter Brook; four brothers, Earl, Charles, Wilbur and Essie Houghtaling of Potter Brook. A son, Glenn died some years ago. Funeral services were held last Thursday at the Methodist Church in Westfield with the Rev C. E. Swearington officiating; burial in Champlin Cemetery.

 

DURWOOD L. HOUGHTALING age 66 of RD#1, Westfield, PA, April 22, 1990 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA.  He was born March 6, 1924 in Teed Hollow, PA to Essie Houghtaling and Helen Calkins.  He was a retired Post Master for the U.S. Postal Service who worked in the Westfield and Knoxville Post Offices for many years.  He was a life member of the Dads of Foreign Service Veterans, Post #221, Knoxville, PA, VFW Post #6753, Knoxville, PA, American Legion Post #519, Westfield, PA, the Westfield Lions club, Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge #826, Galeton, PA, Westfield Lodge #477, F & AM, Westfield, PA and several other local civic organizations.  Survived by wife, Margery; sons and daughters-in-law, David and Sharon Houghtaling, Houston, TX, Alan and Diane Houghtaling, Westfield, PA; daughter and son-in-law, JoAnn and Paul Donohue, Boulder City, NV; a son, Hal Houghtaling, Westfield, PA; a daughter, Vicki Houghtaling, Westfield, PA; sister, Reva (Penny) Pierce, of Westfield, PA; mother, Helen Houghtaling, Westfield, PA; sister and brother-in-law, Hazel and Harold Plank of RD, Westfield, PA; eight grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and cousins.  Preceded in death by sister, Beraldine Simmonds, 1988.  Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield, PA, Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 2 PM, the Rev. Duane Burdick officiating.  Burial Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA.  Memorial donations may be made to the Sabinsville Volunteer Ambulance Association and the Westfield Volunteer Fire Department.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 4/24/1990

 

HOWARD Wallace C. Howard

81, of Elkland, died on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2013, at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro. Born Dec. 12, 1931 in the town of Murrey, N.Y., he was the son of the late Charles E. and Clara (Bradt) Howard. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and retired from CNG Transmission Corp. in 1989. Wallace was a 50 year member of the Westfield Masonic Lodge 477 F&AM, a member of the Westfield Lions Club, the Coudersport Consistory, and the Knoxville Yoked church. He drove ambulance and was a former member of Elkland Volunteer Fire Department and former president of the Elkland Borough Council. Wally loved fishing, hunting and gardening, listening to country music, talking to people and telling stories. He loved his granddaughter, Angelina, and helped her learn math. He is survived by his wife, Patricia; his daughters, Loretta and Todd Carpenter, Middlebury; Lisa Heck, Lawrenceville; his granddaughter, Angelina Heck, Lawrenceville; his sisters, Ethel and Keith Day, Middlebury; Evelyn Dibble, Westfield; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Family received friends at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 West Main Street, Elkland on Tuesday, from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Wednesday, from 1 to 2 p.m. A funeral service was held immediately following on Wednesday at 2 p.m. with military honors. Burial was in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Community Ambulance Association, P.O. Box 280, Osceola, Pa. 16942.  Wellsboro Gazette – November 6, 2013

 

HOWE Richard L. Howe

age 81 of Elkland, PA died on Monday, September 16, 2013 at home. Born September 1, 1932 in Knoxville, PA, he was the son of the late Dallas L. and Edrica (Weaver) Howe. He married Elizabeth Caffo. Dick served in the US Navy and retired from Corning Inc. He enjoyed golfing and gardening and loved his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Elizabeth; sons, Mark (Aurel) Howe of Osceola, PA and Kevin Howe of Westfield, PA; his daughter, Paula Howe of Elkland, PA; grandchildren, Krysta (Justin) Cevette, Benjamin (MacKenzie), Travis and Gavin Howe; two great grandchildren, Callen Cevette and Risley Howe; brothers, Nathan LeRoy Howe of Lawrenceville, PA and Robert Larry Howe of Horseheads, NY; his sister, Joan (Joseph) Orth of Westfield, PA and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by a son, Michael Scott Howe and two sisters, Ilene Schoate and Alberta Latshaw. Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Thursday, 12:00 – 2:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 2:00 PM with Father John Kita officiating. Burial will follow in Champlin Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.  Kenyon Funeral Home obituary – September 17, 2013

 

HOWLAND BERTHA M. PERRY
Bertha M. Perry, age 71 of RD 4, Westfield died Wednesday, Decem¬ber 18, 1985.  She was born August 15, 1924 in Westfield Township the daughter of James Fay and Edna Baker Howland. She is survived by her husband, Darrell (Chet) Perry; son, Vane Perry of Sherman, Tex,; daughters, Mrs. John (Rosalee) Hill of Stillman Valley, Ill, Mrs. Harry (Patricia) Burrous of Elkland, Pa.; her parents, James and Edna Howland of RD, Westfield, Pa.; 8 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Harold (Jack) Howland, 1941. Funeral services were held on Saturday December 21 at the Kenyon Funeral Home in Westfield with the Rev. Donald Slaybaugh of¬ficiating. Burial Champlin Ceme¬tery at Westfield. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

 

HOWLAND Donna J. Stahli

age 91 of Westfield, PA died on Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at her home. Born November 25, 1922 in Westfield, PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Frances (Mack) Howland. She married Nelson G. Stahli; he died on February 6, 1986. She was a life member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Donna is survived by her children, Denise (Robert) Steele of Mesa, AZ, Louise (David) Wheaton of Knoxville, PA, David Stahli of Elkland, PA and Nelson “Gary” (Chris) Stahli of Westfield, PA; special family, Ruth Ann Sweet and Chet Perry; grandchildren, Jenny (Joe) Albietz, Sarah (Victor) Chang, Kristen Steele, Elizabeth (Russell) Stanley, Erynn (Greg Taft) Wheaton, Bruce (Karrissa) Stahli and Scott (Sarah) Stahli; great grandchildren, Anderson and Cassandra Albietz, Warren, Mara and Wyatt Stanley, Miranda and Payton Wheaton, Abel Taft, Emmah and Aubrey Stahli and Camden Stahli; her sister in law, Wilma Stahli; brothers, Merle Howland of Virginia and Larry Howland of Florida and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Family will receive friends at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield, PA on Saturday, 12:00 – 2:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 2:00 PM. Burial will be in the Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. Memorial donations may be made to Susquehanna Home Health / Hospice, 22 Walnut St., Wellsboro, PA 16901.   Wellsboro Gazette – November 27, 2013 

 

HOWLAND Dora
Wellsboro Agitator - April 26, 1956
Among those attending the funeral of Dora Howland King, who died on April 17th, were Nellie Howland, of Norwalk, Ohio, and Mrs. Agnes King, and Mrs. Eldora King of Corning, N.Y.

HOWLAND Sibyl E. Young
age 84, of Bucks Creek Road, Gillett, PA died Tuesday, October 26, 2010, at the Robert Packer Hospital. She was born December 11, 1925, daughter of the late John S. and Frances E. (Mack) Howland. She was married to Jacob R. Young on April 3, 1946 in Westfield. PA and enjoyed 64 years together. Sibyl was employed at the A & P Plant and later by Trayer Products, where she retired. Sibyl was a devoted homemaker and enjoyed gardening, house plants, knitting, crocheting and spending time with her family. Survivors include her husband, Jacob R. Young of Bentley Creek; three sons, John and Kathleen Young of Corry, PA, Joel Young and Robert Young, both of Bentley Creek; four daughters, Nancy and Gary Kenjersky of FL, Judy and Eddie Short of VA, Frances and William Cavanaugh of Gillett, PA, Susan Coolbough of Springfield, PA; two brothers, Merle Howland of Westfield, PA, Larry Howland of FL; sister, Donna Staley of Westfield, PA; 18 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents and son, Jacob Young. Family and friends are invited to call from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, October 31, 2010, at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc., 279 Main Street, Wellsburg, NY. Sibyl's funeral will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 7 p.m. with her brother, Merle Howland, officiating. Interment will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. - Elmira Star Gazette, October 28, 2010

HOY, Ruth -  MORRIS Ruth H.
Age 93, of Elmira, NY. She was born September 6, 1913 in Pine Bank, PA, and died Thursday, February 21, 2008, at home. Preceding her in death were her husband, Byron Morris; and son, Robert Morris. Surviving are daughters, Alyce (Chester) Cornish of Wellsboro, PA, and Shirley (Thomas) Wingert, Sr. of Elmira, NY; daughter-in-law, Betty Morris of Westfield, PA; sister, Sarah Parker of Charlotte, NC; six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. Those wishing may remember Ruth through donations to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family. Published in the Star-Gazette from 2/23/2008 - 2/24/2008.

HOYT
Brock, Anna E. age 89 of Maple St., Westfield, Friday December 28, 1973. The family will receive friends at the Watkins Funeral Home, Westfield, Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. funeral Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Katherine Church. Rev. Joseph Bucolo, Champlin Cemetery. Recitation of the Rosary Sunday at 7:30 p.m. Survived by one daughter Miss Julia Brock of Westfield one son, Louis W. Brock of Anaheim, Calif.; one sister Mrs. Bertha Bartman of Amsterdam, N.Y.; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. She was a member of St. Katherine’s Church and a member of the Altar & Rosary Society.

FRANK R. HRYCZYK
                Frank R. Hryczyk, 76, formerly of Millerton, Morris and Westfield, died Monday, Feb. 26, 2001, at the Bath, N.Y., VA Medical Center.  Born March 1, 1924, in Coudersport, he was the son of Joseph and Anna  Golden Hryczyk.  He was a veteran, having served with the U.S. Marines during World War II in the Pacific Theatre.  He was employed as a typesetter in Houston, Texas, for many years.  He was a member of the Graphic Communications International Union.   Surviving are one son, Jan M. Hryczyk of Otis, Ore.; one daughter, Lynnell A. Green of Bay Point, Calif.; three grandchildren; and two sisters, Katherine  Lamphier of Westfield and Mary Brown of Nashville, Tenn.   Burial was made at Champlin cemetery, Westfield.    Arrangements were handled by the Benjamin R. Olney Funeral Home, Ulysses.

 

HURD Wilbur Arnold

Age 93, of Galeton, formerly of Westfield, PA, died Tuesday, April 24, 2012. Born December 24, 1918, in Gurnee, PA, he was the son of, Herman and Anna Torrence Hurd. On July 25, 1941, in Galeton, he married the former Ada P. Mattison, who predeceased him on February 3, 2005. He was employed by the Cowanesque Valley Iron Works for over 30 years. He was a member of the Westfield First Baptist Church, the Sabinsville Grange, and served as a volunteer with the Tioga County Foster Grandparent program. Surviving are: a son, Richard (Jackie) Hurd of Westfield; two daughters, Mary (Richard L.) Yonkin and Shari Black, both of Galeton; six grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; a sister, Elsie Orlowski of Coudersport, PA; and nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by seven brothers and two sisters. Friends may call at the Olney Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Ulysses, PA, on Friday, April 27, 2012 from 2:00 - 3:00PM, with Funeral Services at 3:00PM. Arnold's grandson, Rev. Brent R. Baker will officiate. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Gale Hose Ambulance, Galeton, PA 16922.Star Gazette – April 26, 2012 

HURLBURT SUSAN
Wellsboro Agitator – September 22, 1926
--Mrs. Susan Hurlburt Taft was born April 5, 1858, in Clymer township, Tioga County PA., and died Sept. 7, 1926, at her late home.  She was married to Charles Taft Aug. 8, 1875.  To them was born one son, Charles E. Taft, Jr.  Mrs. Taft is survived by her son, one stepson, Archie Taft; two sisters, Alice Taylor and Emma Henderson; two brothers, Edwin and Myron Hurlburt; eleven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild, several nieces and nephews, besides a host of friends.

IMPSON Amanda Delphine
Wellsboro Agitator, Tioga, PA -- Wednesday,  January 4, 1933, Pg 1
Mrs Amanda Reese, aged 81 years of Westfield, was fatally burned Thursday (12/28/1932). Neighbors saw Mrs Reese, with her clothing in flames, run from the house, pause a moment on a rear porch and then run into the garden, where she fell unconscious.  She was taken into her home by neighbors, who summoned Dr. H. M. Farwell and Dr H. M. Hagadorn.  Mrs Reese was alone in the house when her dress ignited.  It was believed that she might have poured kerosene into the kitchen range to start a fire.  Mrs. Reese had made her home with her sons, Ellory and Elie.  Other survivors are her sons, Jesse of Westfield, and Robert of Savannah, NY; three daughters, Mrs Ethel Slocum and Mrs Annabel Allen of Westfield, and Mrs. Lavina Bentley of Elkland.  Mrs Reese was the widow of Josiah Reese, a veteran of the Civil War, who died several years ago.  She was a member of the Methodist Church.  The funeral was held Saturday; burial in the Champlin Cemetery.  (Reese-Richardson-Impson Family Bible Births - Amanda D. Impson 6 Aug 1851 Deaths - Amanda D. (Impson) Reese 29 Dec 1932)

JACOBSON, William C. - William C. Jacobson, age 88 of Westfield passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Born December 9, 1927 in Elkland, PA, he was the son of the late Harold and Augusta (Newman) Jacobson. He married Carolyn Erickson on Sept 2, 1950. William served proudly in the Merchant Marines and the US Army as a Master Sergeant and served 17 years in the reserves. He was an employee at Corning Glass, worked over 30 years at Consolidated Gas Company and was a lifelong farmer. He was a member of the American Legion, charter member of Clymer Twp. Volunteer Hose Company, member of the Beef Cattleman’s Association and a former Cubmaster. He loved horses and farming. William is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Carolyn; his children, Terry (Ruth) Jacobson of Westfield, Mary (Larry) Foor of Westfield, Laurie (Michael) Buck of Wellsboro, Kristi (Steven) Webster of Wellsboro and Susan (Daniel) Clark of Woodhull, NY; 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son William Jr. and two brothers. Family will receive friends at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield on Saturday, 1:00 – 3:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 3:00 PM with Rev. Dr. Michele Somerville officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Champlin Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Clymer Twp. Volunteer Hose Company, PO Box 36, Sabinsville, PA 16943 or to the Niles Valley United Methodist Church, 10991 Route 287, Wellsboro, PA 16901. -  Mansfield Gazette, August 3, 2016

WILLIAM C. JACOBSON, age 88 of Westfield passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Family will receive friends at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield on Saturday, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 3:00 PM. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Champlin Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Cowanesque Riding Club, c/o Barbara Miller, 604 Reservoir Hill Rd., Westfield, PA. –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/29/2016

WILLIAM C. JACOBSON, JR.
William C. Jacobson, Jr., 27, of RD 4, Westfield, died January 4, 1981 as the result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident in Westfield Township. Employed as a heavy equipment operator for Gra-Hill Construction Company of Wellsboro, he was a 1973 graduate of Williamsport Area Community College. Born March 19, 1953 in Wellsboro, he was a son of William and Carolyn Erickson Jacobson of RD 4, Westfield. In addition to his parents, other surviving family members include a brother, Terry, of Kearney, Nebraska, four sisters, Mrs. Larry (Mary) Foor of York, Mrs. Michael (Laurie) Buck of Wellsboro, Miss Kristi Jacobson of Wellsboro, and Miss Sue Jacobson at home, maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Erickson of Potter Brook; paternal grandfather, Harold Jacobson, Sr., of Knoxville, several aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends were invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm.  Funeral services were held at the Westfield United Methodist Church, Westfield, on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 1981 at 2 pm with The Reverend Albert I. Rheem officiating.  Burial was in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the March of Dimes Research Fund or any charity that benefits children.  (Wellsboro Gazette, Wellsboro, PA, Wednesday, Jan. 7, 1981)

JASIENIECKI, Sylvia F. - Sylvia F. Taft, age 93 of Cowanesque, Pa. passed away October 18, 2016 at Sweden Valley Manor with her family at her side. She was born Sept. 30, 1923 in Chicago, Il., the daughter of Paul and Lottie Kleszynski Jasieniecki and had two sisters, Dorothy Galayda and Virginia Flieger. As a young woman living and working in Chicago, Sylvia began a correspondence with a young Army Airforce soldier, Lloyd Taft, who convinced her to marry him and move to the wilds of Pennsylvania. Sylvia adjusted well to the country life and enjoyed many new activities such as square dancing, corn roasts and snowmobiling. For many years she worked as a clerk at the Cowanesque Post Office. She was a member of St. Catherine’s Catholic Church, loved to play bingo and was famous for her chocolate chip cookies and coffee cakes, which always sold out quickly at the local bake sales. She is survived by her daughters, Lou Ann Taft and son-in-law Van Laderer, Englewood, Fl. and Barbara Lewis, Coudersport, Pa., granddaughters, Amiee (Sean) Greaney, and Krista Lewis, both of Huber Heights, Oh., great granddaughter, Stacy Allen, Fort Sill, Ok. as well as numerous other step children and step grandchildren. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield, Pa. Friday Oct. 21, 2016 from 10:00 to 11:00 am. A mass of Christian burial will follow at 11:00 am. at St. Catherine's Catholic Church, Westfield, Pa. Rev. Joseph Dougherty, officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, Pa. Memorial donations may be made to the activity fund at Sweden Valley Manor. - Mansfield Gazette, 26 October 2016

 

JEFFERS - Beverly Ruth Padgett
Addison| Beverly Ruth Padgett, 70,of 98 Front Street, Addison, entered into rest on Monday, December 13, 2004 at Catawba Hospital, Hickory, North Carolina.  Beverly was born on May 11, 1934, in Westfield, Pennsylvania, a daughter of Bert and Ida Baker Jeffers. She was married to James E. Padgett on January 23, 1953 in Addison, New York, he predeceased her on August 10, 1980. She was a quality control inspector at Corning, Inc., retiring with 35 years of active service. She was a member of Union Local #1000 AFGW, Addison Eagles Auxiliary, former ladies bowling league at Elkland Lanes and was an avid bowler, former member of the Elkland Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. She is survived by two sons, James S. (Robin) Padgett, of Newton, NC, and William (Valerie) Padgett, of Addison; a daughter, Judy Ida Perkins, of Addison; 13 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by infant daughters, Gloria and Darlene Padgett and sisters, Edith Jones and Edna Dean. Friends may call on Friday from 6 until 9 p.m. at the Flint Funeral Home, 10 Wall Street, Addsion. Funeral services will be held there on Saturday, at 11 a.m. with Rev. John Randall officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA.

 

JONES Harold R. Jones

92, formerly of Westfield, PA died on Monday, December 10, 2012 at the Green Home in Wellsboro, PA. Born June 5, 1920 in Austin, PA, he is the son of the late George and Emily (Nelson) Jones. He worked at the CCC camp during WWII and after the war he worked for the phone company in Alaska for a year. He was an engineer with the Contel Phone Company in the Cowanesque Valley where he retired after 36 years of service. Harold was a member of the Masonic Lodge #477 in Westfield, the Cowanesque United Methodist Church, Methodist Men’s Group, director and original member of the River Valley Country Club, original director of the Bakers Estate, and former director of Westfield Community Antenna Association. He was an Asst. Scout Master and an avid outdoorsman. He is survived by his son, Doug Jones of Westfield, PA and his daughter, Christine (Jace) Steadman of Knoxville, PA; 7 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and daughter in law, Christine Jones of Dearborn, MI. He was preceded in death by his wife, Polly; a son, Gary and several brothers and sisters. Family will receive friends at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield on Friday, 6:00 – 8:00 PM and on Saturday, 10:00 - 11:00 AM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 11:00 AM with Rev. Deb Watkins officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cowanesque United Methodist Church, c/o Fern Plumley, 2771 Route 49, Westfield, PA 16950.   Wellsboro Gazette – December 12, 2012

 

EDWARD KANE – On Tuesday afternoon at 4 o’clock in the Champlain Cemetery occurred the burial of Edward Kane of Bradford, Pa., who died in the Philippines the 26th of June 1902.  He was a soldier in the American army and in the discharge of his duty met with an accident which resulted in a broken leg and arm.  When partially recovered from this affliction Mr. Kane went on duty and in his weekend condition fell prey to dysentery which caused his death.  By his request he was buried at Westfield.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Maude Kane, who will be remembered as Miss Maud Moore formerly of this place and son, Francis E. Kane.  Mr. Kane’s record as a soldier is an excellent one, his captain having stated that his standing was the best of any private in the company and his demise is mourned by officers and soldiers alike.  –Griffin Scrapbook (Handwritten on article 1903)

 

ARCHIE H. KARNS JR.
Archie Harold Karns Jr., 55, of 109 North First Street, Knoxville, died Thursday, Oct. 26, 2000, at the VA Medical Center, Bath, N.Y. Born Oct. 13, 1945, in Hornell, N.Y., he was the son of Archie H. and Lillis Stanton Karns Sr. He worked for over 20 years for Dresser-Rand as a lathe operator. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during the Vietnam conflict. Preceding him in death were his half-sister, Geraldine Resue; and father, Archie  H. Karns Sr. Surviving are his wife of 28 years, Christine West Karns; one daughter, Tammy  Karns, at home; one son, Philip Karns, a student at Lock Haven mother, Lillis Karns of Knoxville; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Patricia Melvin Hilfiger of Knoxville and Leona and Anthony Williams of Morris; one   brother and sister-in-law, Albert and Kathy Karns of Corning, N.Y.; one half-sister, Joanne Dennis of Jasper, N.Y.; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Calling hours were held Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield. Funeral services were held there Saturday, Oct. 28, with the Rev. Percy   Kephart officiating. Burial was made at Champlin Cemetery, Westfield Memorial donations may be made to the Knoxville Youth Group, in care of Carr.

 

KELLOGG – Mrs. Josephine M. Kellogg Pease, aged 67, died at the home of her son, W.E. Pease, in Westfield, February 19th [1908]. She was born in Rochester February 15, 1841 and was married to Silas H. Pease, at Montezuma, NY, on Janaury 14, 1863. They removed to Knoxville in 1879. – Wellsboro Agitator, 4 March 1908

 

KENT - PHILLIP H. KENT JR.
Phillip H. "Pete" Kent Jr., 72, of Westfield RR 4 died Thursday, Jan. 4, 2001, at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.  Born Sept. 9, 1928, in Blossburg, he was the son of Phillip A. and Dorothy  Reynolds Kent.  He was a retired mechanic for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.   Preceding him in death was his wife, Roselyn, in 1982.  Surviving are seven daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Tom Hollenbaugh of Westfield, Penny and Bill Succowich of Galeton, Sandra and Dennis Houghtaling of Addison, N.Y., Petie and Andrew St. Peter of Westfield, Jo (DeeAnn) and Ralph Woletenholme of Westfield, Tammy and Mike Baker of Westfield and Jackie and Bob Ruef of Westfield; 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; several cousins, nieces and nephews.  Calling hours were held at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield, on Sunday,  Jan. 7.  Funeral services were held there Monday, Jan. 8, with the Rev. Michael Jayne  officiating.  Burial was made at Champlin Cemetery, Westfield.

KILBOURNE WILLIAM D.
The Wellsboro Agitator -  Wednesday, 13 Dec 1950, p.
Funeral services for William Kilbourne, Westfield resident who died Tuesday at the age of 93 was held Thursday from the home of his daughter, Mrs. Rea P. Outman, where he had resided since the death of his wife several years ago. The Rev. Russell D. Smith, rector of St. John's Episcopal Church officiated. Burial in Champlain Cemetery. Mr. Kilbourne was born in Hector Township, Nov. 17, 1857 and had spent his lifetime in this area. Surviving are four sons, Fred of Holly Hill, Fla., Howard of Montezuma, N. Y., Bert of Hornell, N. Y., and Lynn of Westfield; two daughters, Mrs. Ruth Pritchard and Mrs. Florence Outman, both of Westfield; 17 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. Angie Hart of Galeton.

KILBOURNE, William D. – William D. [Coon] Kilbourne, age 75, of Main St., Westfield, died on Thursday, April 18, 1985. He was born Mar. 25, 1910, in Potterbrook, the son of Lynn and Minnie Sutton Kilbourne. He was a veteran of World War II. He is survived by a sister, Mrs. Otto [Margaret] Davis of Westfield; one niece, Mrs. Gordon [Barbara] Hammond of Westfield; one nephew, Richard Davis of Lindley, NY; and several grandnieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services were held at the Kenyon Funeral Home at Westfield on Sunday with the Rev. Lowell Watkins officiating. Burial in the Champlin Cemetery at Westfield. – Wellsboro Gazette, 24 April 1985

KING Ebenezer “Ebbie” A.
Wellsboro Agitator – March 8, 1939
Ebby A. King died at his home on the Jemison road, February 25, burial in the Champlin Cemetery Feb. 28.  Mr. King was born in Westfield March 25, 1856, son of Julius and Sabra Taft King.  He spent his life in Westfield and vicinity.  He married Dora Howland Aug. 31, 1885, and to them were born two sons, Roland J., of Jemison, and Orr B. of Cowanesque, and two daughters, Mrs. Wallace Ackley, of Sabinsville, and Mazie King, deceased; nine grandchildren; one brother, Edgar, and a sister, Mrs. Charles Mead, of Sunderlinville.  He was a charter member of Jemison Grange, serving as Master and in many other offices.

KING Effie (SRGP 42242) - Mrs. Effie King Havens, wife of Byron S. Havens, died at her home here last Thursday morning at six o'clock. Mrs. Havens has been in failing health for the past few years and has been confined to the house for several months. Arterios clerosis was the cause of death. Effie King was born in Westfield Township, May 28, 1869, a daughter of Mary and Rodeska King, and has resided in this community all of her life. On December 1, 1888 she was united in marriage to Byron S. Havens. To them were born three children, Preston, who died in infancy, Leah [Mrs. Joseph Ayers] of this place, and Ralph of Binghamton, who survive her. She also leaves to mourn her husband, Byron S. Havens, her father, Rodeska King of Westfield; a brother Dix King of Nutley, NJ, and three grandchildren, Virginia and Robert Havens of Binghamton, and Eleanor Ayer of Westfield besides a host of friends. - Gray scrapbook, written on clipping Feb. 13, 1936

KING –MARY HELEN KING WATKINS age 91 of 604 East Main St., Westfield, PA diedSaturday, January 24, 2004 at the Green Home, Inc., Wellsboro, PA.  She was born August 7, 1912 in Westfield twp., PA, the daughter of Charles and Ava Guile King.  She worked for "37" years in the "cut shop" of the Eberle Tanning Company.  She was a member of the Westfield United Methodist Church. She was a homemaker.  She is survived by daughter, Jean Doan, Osceola, PA; daughter and son-in-law, Anava and Norbert Grabowski, Fairfax, VA; stepbrothers, Herbert Potter, Port Allegheny, PA, Homer Potter, Westfield, PA, Merle Potter, Buffalo, NY; aunt, Marie King, Arkport, NY; eight grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Eldon C. "Tink" Watkins, in 1994; and a son, William Edward Watkins, in 1963.  Family and friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Inc., 222 West Main St., Westfield, PA, Wednesday, from 12 to 2 p.m., where funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. immediately following the visitation.  Rev. Dr. James F. Bellamy OSL will officiate. Burial in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Sabinsville Vol. Ambulance Assn. in Mary's memory.  –Elmira Star Gazette

KING MILTON G
Wellsboro Agitator, Tioga, PA--Tuesday, August 26, 1890
Brookfield, August 22, 1890---Mr. Milton King died last Wednesday at his home. He was sick only 3 days. His death leaves his children homeless, their mother being dead.

KING Orr B
Wellsboro Gazette – June 14, 1978
Orr B King age 89 of Cowanesque died on Friday, June 9,  1978.  He is survived by three daughters: Mrs. Alfred (Gretchen) Hughes, of Tioga;
Mrs. Charles (Wilda) Housel, of Gaines; Mrs. George (Wanda) Boyce, of Rochester N.Y.;  one son, William King, of Cowanesque, Pa; 12 grand ,children; several great grandchildren; one brother, Roland King, of Westfield; and one sister, Mrs. H. B. (Nellie) Owlett, of Keeneyville and several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services were held at the Charles I Kenyon Funeral Home in Westfield on Monday with the Rev. John D. Bergstrom officiating.  Burial in the Champlin Cemetery at Westfield.

KIO, Donna Marie - Donna Marie Freeman, age 70 formerly of Westfield passed away on Sunday August 12, 2018 at the Sweden Valley Manor in Coudersport. Born August 14, 1947 in Port Alleghany, she was the daughter of the late Seth and Marjorie (Manning) Kio. Donna enjoyed crocheting and sewing.  She is survived by her daughter, Evonne and Keith Van Gorder of Galeton; a grandson, Cole and Jacqueline Van Gorder of Galeton; three great grandchildren, Ely, Aleah and Ian; a sister, Wanda and Chuck Safford of Port Alleghany; a brother, Dallas and Nancy Kio of Port Alleghany and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Donna was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce L. Freeman on April 27, 2008. Family will receive friends at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield on Tuesday, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 1:00 PM with Ed Heyler officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. – Mansfield Gazette, 16 August 2018

 

KOLLER - MRS. ANNA RIEPPEL (SRGP 78239)
 Mrs. Anna Rieppel, one of the oldest and most respected residents of Cowanesque, Pa., died July 8, after an illness of four months.  She was born in Bavaria, Germany, April 22, 1844.  In 1871 she came to this country with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Koller, and settled at Renovo.  In October of the same year she was married to John Rieppel.  After residing there for some time they moved to Gaines, where they lived for about six years.  About 88 years ago they removed to Cowanesque and had since resided there.  Mr. Rieppel died eight years ago.  To them were born five children, George, Martin, John and Mrs. Emma Swimley, of Cowanesque, and Mrs. Maggie Chisom, of Potterbrook.  For nearly two years Mrs. Rieppel had resided with her son, George.  The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Mr. Chapman, of the M.E. church, officiating; burial in the Champlain cemetery.  (The Agitator: Wellsboro, PA, Wednesday, July 14, 1926)

 

KUMP Eva C. Benson

86, of Westfield, PA, died May 18, 2011 at Darway Elder Care Rehabilitation Center after a spirited struggle with a long and debilitating illness. Born March 30, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Nellie and Francis Kump. She graduated from Cowanesque Valley High School with honors in June of 1943. On September 21, 1949, in Corning, NY, she married William H. (Bill) Benson who predeceased her on March 9, 1999. Eva retired in 1987 from Cornell University after a long and successful career as Manager of Telecommunications. She was a generous, loving, and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and we will miss her dearly but are comforted knowing that she is now with her beloved husband. Eva was a passionate and competitive softball player and an amazing cook whose homemade mac-n-cheese, three bean salad, and apple pie crust were considered "the best". She loved playing cards, camping with her grandchildren, the New York Yankees, and watching Johnny Carson and Dean Martin on late night TV. She was a dedicated member of the Westfield United Methodist Church. Surviving her are her daughter, Donna Stewart of Sayre, PA; two sons, William B. Benson of Westfield, PA and Richard R. Benson of Ithaca, NY; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two brothers, Eugene Kump of Elkland, PA and George Kump of Westfield, PA and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at the United Methodist Church, 158 Church Street, Westfield, PA, at 2PM on Saturday followed by burial at Champlin Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Weill Cornell Medical College, 1300 York Avenue, New York, NY, 10065. Arrangements are entrusted to the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield, PA.   Star Gazette – May 20, 2011

 

GEORGE FRANCIS KUMP, age 86 of Mansfield passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at home with his loving family by his side. Born July 12, 1933 in Westfield, PA he was the son of the late Francis and Nellie (Carpenter) Kump. George served in the US Army during the Korean War. He married Anita Brugger on April 7, 1956 in Westfield; sharing 63 years together. He retired from Dominion Gas after 42 years of service. George was a member of the Knights of Columbus, serving as financial secretary; member of the Northern Tioga School Board for 16 years, serving as Secretary and President and a member of the Service Employees International Union, where he served as Secretary and President. He enjoyed hunting and was a Master Falconer, enjoyed square dancing, was an avid reader, a big jokester and loved spending time with his family. George is survived by his loving wife, Anita; daughter, Denise (Paul) Holland of Elmira, NY; sons, Thomas (Elaine) Kump of Elmira, NY and John (Elaine) Kump of Lancaster, PA; grandchildren, Benjamin (Emily) Hagan of Elmira and Anne (Joshua) Latterell of Elmira; step grandchildren, Katie Kieran of MD and Alex (Rachel) Ryan of Elmira; great grandchildren, Bridget, Eleanor, Jane and Cora Hagan and Eliza and Kathleen Latterell; step great grandchildren, Sloane Kieran, Cooper, Patrick and James Ryan; brother, Eugene (Peggy) Kump of Knoxville, PA and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Patrick Kump in 2005. Family will receive friends at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Sunday, Oct. 20th, 2:00 - 4:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Child Catholic Church, 237 S. Main St., Mansfield on Monday, Oct. 21st, 11:00 AM with Rev. Bryan Wright officiating. Burial with Military Honors will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. Family will supply flowers and wishes for memorial donations to be made in George's honor to the UPMC Susquehanna Hospice, 1100 Grampian Blvd, Williamsport, PA or a charity of one's choice. -Elmira Star-Gazette 10/19/2019

 

STAR GAZETTE - 20 Aug. 2005
KUMP, Patrick Michael age 46, of Rochester, NY, formerly of Westfield, PA died Thursday, August 18, 2005, at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY. He was born February 14, 1959 in Wellsboro, PA, the son of George F. and Anita Brugger Kump. He graduated from Cowanesque Valley High School in 1977. He attended Penn State University and graduated from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. He worked as a licensed Funeral Director in New York State for many years. He is survived by his parents, George and Anita Kump, Mansfield, PA; sister and brother-in-law, Denise and Paul Holland, Elmira, NY; brothers and sisters-in-law, Thomas Kump and Elaine Perkins, Elmira, NY and John and Elaine Kump, Lancaster, PA; nephews, Benjamin (Emily) Hagan, Norwalk, CT, and Alex Ryan, Syracuse, NY; nieces, Anne Hagan, Elmira, NY, and Katie Ryan, Boston, MA; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. The family will receive friends Sunday from 7 to 9 PM at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Inc. 222 West Main Street, Westfield, PA. A Memorial Mass will be conducted Monday at 11 AM at Holy Child Catholic Church, Mansfield, PA; Rev. Albert Leonard, officiating. Interment will be in Champlin Cemetery.

CONNIE A. KURTZ age 18 of RD#1, Sabinsville, PA, Thursday, May 22, 1986.  Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield, PA Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. where funeral services will be held Monday at 10:30 a.m., Leonard Brunk officiating.  Burial Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA.  She is survived by her father and stepmother, Edward and Bertha Kurtz of RD, Sabinsville, PA; her mother, Martha Kurtz of Green Lane, PA; 2 brothers, David Edward Kurtz and William Frederic Kurtz, both at home; her fiancé, Stanley E. Low of RD, Genesse, PA; paternal grandfather, Joseph E. Kurtz of RD, Sabinsville, PA; maternal step-grandparents, Fred and Beulah Mitchell of RD, Westfield, PA; several aunts, uncles and cousins.  She was born January 14, 1968 in Allentown, PA.  She was an honor student and Senior at Galeton High School.  She was a cast member of the Senior Class Play and a clerk at Martins Store.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 5/24/1986

JOSEPH E. KURTZ age 80 of RD 1, Sabinsville, PA died November 13, 1990.  Born May 29, 1910 to Christian and Anna Kurtz in Philadelphia, PA.  He was a retired laborer of the Tyler Pipe Foundry.  Survived by, son, Edward Kurtz of RD 1, Sabinsville, PA; 4 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Jennie in 1979 and a granddaughter, Connie in 1986.  Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon funeral Home, Westfield, PA Thursday 7 to 9 p.m. where funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m.  Burial is at Champlin Cemetery in Westfield, PA.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/14/1990

KURTZ Morgan Christine
Age 9, of Sabinsville, PA, went to be with her daddy in heaven on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA. Morgan was born June 21, 2000 in Coudersport, PA, a daughter of Laura "Laurie" Kio and the late William "Bill" F. Kurtz. She completed second grade at Westfield Elementary School. Morgan loved to draw, enjoyed church and children's church, fishing with her pappy, riding 4-wheelers, catching frogs and playing with her sister, Makayla. Morgan is survived by her mother, Laura "Laurie" Kio of Sabinsville; her sister, Makayla Kurtz of Sabinsville, PA; paternal grandparents, Ed and Bertha "Berty" Kurtz of Westfield, PA; maternal grandparents, Michael Kio of Ulysses, PA, Christine and Kenneth Dudley of Duncannon, PA; great-grandparents, Audrey Kio of Ulysses, PA and Janice and Clifford Hanes of Lakeland, FL; aunt, Michelle Kurtz of Edinboro, PA; uncles, David Kurtz and Joe Kurtz of Westfield, PA; aunt, Alisha Aldrich of Newport, PA; uncle, Michael C. Kio of Ulysses, PA. She was predeceased by her father, William "Bill" F. Kurtz; great-grandparents, Donald Kio, Beulah and Fred Mitchell, and Joe Kurtz. Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday, July 12, 2009, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Federated Church, Whites Corners Rd., Harrison Valley, PA. Funeral services will be held immediately following the viewing at 4:00 p.m. at the church with Pastor Ed Collins, officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. Memorial contributions may be made in Morgan's memory to the Makayla Kurtz Educational Fund, c/o Northwest Savings Bank, 100 Main St., Westfield, PA 16950. The Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA is assisting the family.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/10/2009

KURTZ William F. "Bill"
Age 31, of Sabinsville, PA, died unexpectedly Monday, July 6, 2009. Bill was born June 6, 1978 in Accomack, VA, a son of Edward and Bertha "Berty" (Mitchell) Kurtz. Bill graduated from Galeton High School in 1996 and was employed by Kibbe Oil and Gas Services. He loved Volkswagens, enjoyed his family, and playing games with his girls. William is survived by his parents, Edward and Berty Kurtz of Westfield; loving companion and partner, Laura "Laurie" Kio; a daughter, Makayla Kurtz, at home; a daughter, Morgan, who went to be with him in heaven on Wednesday, July 8, 2009; two brothers, David and Joe Kurtz of Westfield, PA; a sister, Michelle Kurtz of Edinboro, PA. He was predeceased by a sister, Connie Kurtz; grandparents, Fred and Beulah Mitchell, and Joe Kurtz. Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday, July 12, 2009, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Federated Church, Whites Corners Rd., Harrison Valley, PA. A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. at the church with Pastor Ed Collins officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in Bill's memory to the Makayla Kurtz Educational Fund, c/o Northwest Savings Bank, 100 Main St., Westfield, PA 16950. The Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA is assisting the family.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/10/2009.  Burial will be in the Champlin Cemetery.

LAMPHIER
Gary R. of Mills, PA 68, died Thursday, February 1, 2007, in the Green Home, Wellsboro, PA. Born March 14, 1938 in Westfield, PA, he was the son of Raymond and Katherine Hryczyk Lamphier. He was married to the former Patsy Willaredt, who survives. His employment included: car salesman with his father for many years, Ingersoll-Rand in Painted Post, NY, for nine years, insurance agent with Nationwide for 14 years, real estate agent for ten years, and restaurant owner/operator for nine years. He was a member of the Mills Union Church, the Harrison Township Volunteer Fire Company, where he had served as president, and a former member of the Crary Hose Company in Westfield. He served as a Harrison Township Supervisor for 18 years and also served on the Board of Directors of the PA Association of Township Supervisors. Surviving, besides his wife, Patsy, are: his father, Raymond Lamphier of Westfield; two sons, David (Susanne) Lamphier of Wellsboro, and Scott (Ronda) Lamphier of Westfield; a daughter, Patti (Kelley) Pero of Winston-Salem, NC; four grandchildren, three stepsons, a foster son; two brothers, Eugene (Sandy) Lamphier of Westfield, and Richard (Kay) Lamphier of Perry, NY; two sisters, Sandra (Dale) Cushing of Knoxville, PA, and Phyllis (Raymond) Kent of Elkland, PA; two aunts, Mary Bonham and Isabelle Manning; and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother, Katherine Lamphier in 2003. Friends may call at the Olney Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Ulysses, PA, on Sunday, February 4th, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 a.m., Monday in the Mills Union Church. The Rev. Jerry Wise and Mr. Michael L. Hale will co-officiate. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. Memorials may be made to the Green Home, Wellsboro, PA 16901, or Laurel Health Hospice, Wellsboro, PA 16901.

LAMPHIER Raymond
World War II veteran died September 25, 2009 at the Veterans Nursing Home, Bath, NY. He was born in Prattsburg, NY, October 1, 1914, the son of Harry and Zelma Lamphier. He was a self-employed new and used car dealer in Potter Brook, PA. He served in the US Army from October 15, 1943 to August 10, 1945 with the 980th Engineer Maintenance Comp. He worked for a mobile unit in combat areas, a member of a 12-man squad. He participated in Belgium, Holland, Germany and Central Europe battles. He was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge. He was a member of the VFW Post 6611 and served as National Aid-de-Camp for 1981-1982. He was a former Township Supervisor and a member of the Knoxville Yoked Church and Masonic Lodge #477 F & AM. He is survived by his children, Sandra (Dale) Cushing of Knoxville, PA, Phyllis (Ray Jr.) Kent of Elkland, PA, Richard Lamphier of Perry, NY, Gene (Sandy) Lamphier of Westfield, PA; daughter-in-law, Patsy Lamphier of Mills, PA; sisters, Isabelle Manning of Ovid, NY and Viola Stewart of St. Augustine, FL; 14 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Gary Lamphier; mother of his children, Katherine; second wife, Loella; daughter-in-law, Kay Lamphier; and brothers, Maurice and Roland Lamphier. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield, PA, Monday from 1 to 3 p.m., where funeral services will be held following calling hours at 3 p.m. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA, with Full Military Honors.   Published in Star-Gazette on September 27, 2009

LATTIMER, Lucille E. – Lucille E. Hollenbaugh, 67, of RD1, Little Marsh, died Tuesday, August 15, 1989, at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro. Born December 10, 1921, in Little Marsh, she was the daughter of Gordon and Anna Hurlbert Lattimer. She was a housewife and a member of the Sabinsville Grange and Little Marsh Ladies’ Club. Preceding her in death were her husband Marlos Hollenbaugh and granddaughter Pamela Sue Hollenbaugh. Surviving are a son, Gordon Hollenbaugh of Little Marsh; a daughter, JoAnne Gould of Califon, NJ; sisters, Mary McLean of Whitesville, NY and Bernice Kerr of Wellsboro; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield Friday, August 18. Burial was made in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society. – Wellsboro Gazette, 23 August 1989

LEACH  Fernley P., Sr. Age 89, of 119 Lincoln St., Westfield, PA, died October 31, 2005 at his home. He was born June 25, 1916 in Sabinsville, PA, the son of Wayland and Maggie Southworth Leach. He was a retired pattern maker at Ingersoll-Rand, Painted Post, NY, former employee of Eberle Tanning Co. and Consolidated Natural Gas. He was a member of the Westfield United Methodist Church, V.F.W., D.E.S.A., worked at Sampson Naval Base, was a skilled carpenter, an avid outdoorsman and gardener. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; son and daughter-in-law, Fernley P., Jr. and Doretta Leach, Cowanesque, PA, Fredric M. Leach, Westfield, PA.; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Onolee Boghart, Waterloo, NY. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Cheryl; granddaughter, Connie; and sisters, Crescence Leach, Marie Greeley and Inez Bricco. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 West Main St., Westfield, PA, Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:00 p.m. Rev. Michael J. Orendi, officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. Memorial donations may be made to the Laurel Hospice, 24 Walnut St., Wellsboro, PA. 16901.

LEWIS - ALLEN, Evelyn B.
83, of Westfield, PA, died
Monday, May 17, 2010, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY. Born December 18, 1926, in Westfield, she was the daughter of the late James and Margaret (Parker) Lewis. She was married to Asaph L. Allen, who predeceased her in 1966. She was employed by Galeton Production for several years and then by the Electri-Cord in Westfield for 25 years, retiring in 2001. Since retiring, Evelyn has remained busy by being a personal caretaker in Westfield and the surrounding area. She was a member of the Knoxville VFW, the Galeton VFW, the Elkland Moose, and the Red Hat Society. She enjoyed walking in the area parades as a clown and loved making people laugh. Surviving are: a son, Stephen E. Allen, Westfield; a daughter, Sandra J. (Earl) Baker, Galeton; a grandson, Jason W. Allen, Westfield; two great-granddaughters, Ashley Kae and Mikarra Shea Allen; three sisters, Mary (James) Potter, Westfield, Virginia (Harold) Alexander, Wellsboro, and Norma Fox, Bath, NY; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Evelyn was predeceased by two brothers, Donald Lewis in 1943 and Harold Lewis in 2005; and a brother-in-law, Lyle Fox. Friends may call on Friday, May 21, 2010, from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Collins Chapel, Galeton. A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, May 22, 2010, at 8:00 a.m. at the Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. Pastor Ed Collins will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital .- Elmira Star Gazette, May 20,. 2010

 

LEWIS, Clayton K. – Clayton K. Lewis, 94, of RD1, Knoxville died Sunday, July 16, 1989, at the Rest and Comfort Nursing Home in Westfield. Born October 12, 1894, in Harrison Township, he was a farmer. Mr. Lewis was a member of the Yoked Churches of Knoxville and the Eulalia Grange. Preceding him in death were a son, Roger Lewis, in 1989, and a grandson, Harold in 1969. Surviving are his wife, Iva; son, Gene Lewis of Wellsboro; two nieces he raised, Esther Johns and Evelyn Draper and two nephews, Lewis Draper and Lyle Draper; nine grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Services were held today, Wednesday, July 19, at Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield at 1 p.m. The Rev. Vane Gunn officiated. Burial was made in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Rest and Comfort Nursing Home. – Wellsboro Gazette, 19 July 1989

 

LIAS Harold G. "Eppy" Lias

Age 78, of 138 Mason St., Westfield, PA, died March 22, 2011 at Hamot Medical Center, Erie, PA. He was born May 15, 1932 in Rural Valley, PA, the son of Ethber and Helen Lauster Lias. He retired from Consolidated Gas Transmission Corp. after 35 years of service, was a Korean War veteran, member of the Westfield United Methodist Church, American Legion and VFW, was a softball umpire and basketball referee and was inducted into the Tioga Co. Sports Hall of Fame in 1993, CV Basketball League Hall of Fame in 1985. He loved Bluegrass music and traveling to Bluegrass festivals in his motor home and was an avid sportsman. He is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Mary Carol and Thomas Enfinger, Atlanta, GA; brothers, Ronald (Pat) Lias, Westfield, PA, Earl (Carol) Lias, South Carver, MA; sister, Marlene Wheaton, Erin, NY; special companion, "Pompey"; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife, Edith, August 10, 2009. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield, PA, Saturday from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. where funeral services will be held Sunday at 2:00 p.m., Ed Heyler officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. Memorial donations may be made to the ASPCA, Wellsboro, PA 16901 or the American Heart Assn., 625 West Ridge Pike, Conshohocken, PA 19428.  Star Gazette – March 25, 201

 

LOCKE Frank B
Frank B. Locke - Westfield, PA.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday for Frank B. Locke, 75, of Cowanesque.  He died Sunday, Dec. 9, 1979 at his home.  He was born Dec. 1, 1904 in Westfield Township, the son of George B. and Belle Cook Locke.  He married Mae Andrews 52 years ago.   He was a retired bridge builder with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.  He was a member of Westfield Masonic Lodge, Coudersport Consistory and the National Travel and Campers' Association.  Surviving are his wife, Mae, a son, Dean Locke of Rochester; daughters, Mrs. Gene (Irene) Church of Beaver Dams; sister, Nina Whitaker, Westfield; 12 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  Friends may call at the Charles L. Kenyon Funeral Home in Westfield today 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.  The services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday with the Rev. Wellington Stone officiating.  Burial will be in the Champlain Cemetery, Westfield.

LONGWELL EUGENE
Wellsboro Agitator – June 17, 1931
Eugene Longwell died suddenly of heart disease at his home in Westfield, June 8. He was born
at Gillett, Pa., May 21, 1886 (s/b 1866). He married Myra Doane, of Little Marsh. Most of their early married life was spent at Gaines, where Mr. Longwell held a responsible position with E. M. Atwell, lumberman and oil man. In 1915 they moved to Westfield and for eleven years Mr. Longwell had been janitor of the Borough Schools. Be is survived by his widow; sons, Harold and Gerald, of Westfield, and Durward, of Wellsboro; sisters, Mrs. Katherine Morton and. Mrs. Sarah McConnell, and four grandchildren. The funeral was held Wednesday.

LOUCKS - LIAS, Edith J.
Age 77, of 138 Mason St., Westfield, PA, died August 10, 2009 at Charles Cole Hospital, Coudersport, PA. She was born February 1, 1932 in Galeton, PA, the daughter of Benjamin and Nellie Fritchell Loucks. She was a registered nurse at Charles Cole Hospital, where she was Nursing Supervisor on Med/Surg and also head of the UR Dept. She received her nursing diploma from Robert Packer Hospital and her BS in nursing from Mansfield Univ. She worked as a substitute school nurse for the Northern Tioga School District. She was a member of the Westfield United Methodist Church, Kings Daughters, Le Circle Moderne Book Club, Humane Society, ASPCA, National Wildlife Assn., and was an avid reader and enjoyed author, John Grisham and many other authors. She is survived by her husband, Harold G. Lias; daughter and son-in-law, Mary Carol and Thomas Enfinger, Atlanta, GA; special companion, "Pompey"; brother, Raymond (Freda) Loucks, Auburndale, FL; sister, Rebecca (Ron) Merrill, Dayton, TN; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield, PA, Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., where funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:00 p.m. with Edward Heyler officiating. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield, PA. Memorial donations may be made to the Westfield United Methodist Church, 158 Church St., Westfield, PA 16950.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 8/12/2009 - 8/14/2009

 

LOWERY Mary Jane "Billie Jean" English

85, of Westfield died on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, at home surrounded by her family.  Born June 22, 1927 in Elmira, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Albert and Mary Lowery.  She was a lifetime resident and owner of B.J.'s Antique Store for many years in Westfield, a member of the Westfield United Methodist Church, and a frequent volunteer for many caring organizations in the area.  She is survived by her children, Renee Verbjar, Rochester, N.Y.; Sue (Pat) McAlinn, Morrisville, N.C.; Mark (Terry) English, Westfield; Deb Ames, Sayre, Pa.; 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Dick, and 6 brothers and sisters.  A memorial service will be held at a later date and will be announced at that time.  Memorial donations may be made to the Sabinsville Ambulance Association, 1021 Locust Street, Sabinsville, Pa. 16943, or to the Westfield United Methodist Church, 158 Church Street, Westfield, Pa. 16950.  Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home.   Wellsboro Gazette – February 27, 2013 

 

LUTHOLD - The funeral of Mrs. Lena Brugger, formerly of Potter Brook, was held Saturday. Rev. Stanley Lawrence, pastor of the Wesleyan church officiating, burial in the Champlin cemetery. Mrs. Brugger died at her home in Westfield April 7, [1949]. She was born in Switzerland, came to the United State at the age of 20 and made her home in Westfield for over 50 years. She was a member of the Methodist church. Survivors include one son, John Brugger of Woodhull; two daughters, Mrs. William Smith and Mrs. Lena Topel of Rochester, NY; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. - Wellsboro Agitator, April 13, 1949