Reading a series of obituaries from a single cemetery, as they are presented here, is like reading the multi-generational history of a community. These people were the local populace at a particular time. The people buried here knew each other, were neighbors, relatives and school mates. They attended church together and engaged in "trade" or business.  All people are listed in alphabetic order by surname at BIRTH. Women identified by a married alias only and  for whom a birth surname can not be identified, are listed on the last page for the cemetery's obituaries.

 

TAFT, Kenneth - Kenneth Taft, age 69, of Millerton, PA, died Thursday, January 5, 2017 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. He was born June 28, 1947 in Nelson, PA, a son of John and Isabel (Chart) Taft. Kenneth was married to Nancy (Hemenway) Taft and would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on February 11th. He worked as a meat cutter at BiLo in Wellsboro, and for the former Acme Market. He enjoyed trap shooting, hunting, fishing with his sons, and woodworking. He enjoyed making maple syrup and playing with his beloved cat, Ozzie. Kenneth is survived by his wife, Nancy; three sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth and Tammy Taft of Nobleford, Canada, Brad (Brenda Alpaugh) Taft of Sherburne, NY, Sean and Tamera Taft of Fayetteville, AR; a brother and sister-in-law, John and Shirley Taft of Tioga, PA; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents and a sister, Diane Rundell. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 from Noon to 2:00 P.M. at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 P.M. with Jennifer Wolf officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Bath S.P.C.A., 7315 State Rte. 54. Bath, NY 14810.   - Mansfield Gazette, January 11, 2017

 

TAYLOR – Ralph Taylor, 67, of Mansfield, died Monday, May 14, 1962. He was president and director of the First National Bank of Mansfield for 29 years and a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Mansfield. Survived by wife, Mrs. Marie Carman Taylor; son, John C. of Waterloo; daughters, Miss Jane Taylor of Endwell and Miss Ann Taylor at home; 2 grandchildren; brother, Robert A. Taylor of Emporium, PA. Body at Shaw & Robena Funeral Home with calling hours on Wednesday after 4 PM. Funeral service in the First Presbyterian Church of Mansfield Thursday at 2 PM, the Rev. William McElwain officiating. Burial will be in Mansfield. (Oakwood Cemetery). – Mansfield Advertiser, 16 May 1962, p.5

GEORGE CYRUS TEMPLE age 88 of Mansfield RD 2, Thursday, July 3, 1975 in St. Francis Hospital in Monroe, La.  Friends are invited to call at the Kuhl Funeral Home in Mansfield on Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral will be Monday at 1 p.m. at the First Methodist Church in Mansfield.  Rev. Richard Brenneman officiating.  Burial in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield.  He is survived by three sons, George W. and Ralph N. of Monroe, La., Roger W. of Austin, Texas; two sisters, Mrs. Lila Randall of Williamsville, Vt., Mrs. Grace Charlton of Staten Island, N.Y.; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.  He was a member of the First Methodist Church of Mansfield and a veteran of World War I where he served in the chemical warfare division.  He was a graduate of Wentworth Institute in electrical engineering.  He pitched for Williamsville and Newfane, Vt. baseball teams.  He was a member of the Blazing Star Lodge No. 23, Townsend, Vt. F.&A.M.  The Temples moved to Mansfield in 1952 when he retired from the Kings County, Vt. F.&A.M., The Temples Lighting Co., Brooklyn, N.Y.  Mrs. Temple died on May 2, 1973.  He was born February 12, 1887 in Providence, R.I., the son of George and Florence Aldrich Temple.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/7/1975

TEMPLE Ralph N.
Age 85, formerly of Mansfield, died Tuesday, August 25, 2009 in St. Francis Medical Center, Monroe, LA. He was born on June 24, 1924 in Wilmington, VT, a son of George Cyrus and Isabel Carson (Barnes) Temple. Ralph was a retired engineer for Columbia Coabon. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII and was a Purple Heart Recipient. Ralph is survived by a brother, George W. Temple, of Monroe, LA. Family and friends are invited to attend a Graveside service with Military Honors on Friday, August 28, 2009 at 2 p.m. atOakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. Services are under the direction of the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield.   Published in the Star-Gazette from 8/26/2009 - 8/27/2009
  

HAROLD E. TERRY
                Harold Elroy Terry, 96, of Mansfield, died Thursday, Aug. 9, 2001, atWellsboro.  A memorial service will be held Saturday, Sept. 1, at 1 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Mansfield with the Revs. Rudolph J. van der Hiel and Teressa M. Sivers officiating.   Burial will be made at Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield.  Family will provide flowers. Memorial donations may be made to the First  United Methodist Church of Mansfield, 67 E. Wellsboro St., Mansfield, Pa.  16933.  Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Wilston Funeral Home, 18 N.  Main St., Mansfield.

JOSEPH SWAN ‘JOE’ THOMPSON SR., age 85, of Mansfield, PA, died Saturday, November 18, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 24, 1932 in Mansfield, PA, a son of Louise and Casper Morris Thompson. He married his wife of 65 years, Betty (Sargent) on August 30, 1952. Joe graduated from Mansfield High School and Williamsport Community College. He began working at his family business, Morris Farms, delivering milk. He then went on working as a heavy equipment operator and fire investigator. Joe was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers; the Mansfield Hose Co. and Ambulance Assoc., including Chief for many years; the American Legion; the Richmond Township Zoning Hearing Board; and the Community of Grace Fellowship Church in Lambs Creek. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren, traveling, watching nature from his kitchen window, hunting, and working on his John Deere tractors. Joe was a U. S. Army veteran. In addition to his wife, Betty, he is survived by daughter Nancy Thompson (William Taylor) of Yarmonth, ME; son Joe Thompson (Eileen) of Mansfield, PA; daughter Judy Brookens (Tim) of Fayetteville, PA; daughter Sarah Nittinger (John) of Mansfield, PA; daughter Kathleen Lindenmuth (John) of Mansfield, PA; daughter Sandy Weaver (Jim) of State College, PA; grandchildren, Louise Lynch, Maggie Taylor, Daren Thompson, Tyler Thompson, Ashley Brookens, Emily Heck, Leah Garrison, Kimberlee VanGorden, Brian Garrison, Loren Slater, Austin Slater, Megan Slater, and Miles Weaver; 14 great grandchildren, and brothers of the heart, Tom McConnell and Jack Rieppel. Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, December 2, 2017 from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will follow at 3:00 P.M. at the funeral chapel with Rev. Guy Thompson officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Joe's memory to the Lamb Creek Community of Grace Church. The family would like to thank Cynthia and Bob, Penny, Rene, Jane, Elizabeth, Charlotte and Tyler, and a special thanks to Help Mates, VA, Hospice, and the many others who helped make Joe's final days more comfortable. –Funeral home obit

THOMPSON - C. Morris Thompson [SRGP 70432], widely known Mansfield dairyman and businessman, died Saturday night, April 22, 1961. He was 66. Mr. Thompson, owner of the Morris Farms Dairy, was a descendant of a pioneer Tioga County family. He was a member of St. James Episcopal Church, Mansfield. A veteran of World War I, he was a member of the American Legion. He was also a member of Friendship Lodge, F&AM, in Mansfield. Surviving are his wife, Louise [Lyon]; two daughters, Mrs. Mary Swan McElroy, Waco, Texas; Mrs. Louise T. Walker, Mansfield; two sons, Casper Morris Jr., with the Air Force in Germany; Joseph, also of Mansfield; and 16 grandchildren. - Wellsboro Agitator, April 27, 1961
   

THOMAS Douglas E., Sr. [SRGP 78753]
Age 79, of Mansfield, PA, died on Sunday, March 1, 2009, with his loving wife at his side. He was born April 8, 1929 in Nelson, PA, a son of Clarence and Mary Thomas. Douglas was married to Ruth D. (Sargent) Thomas with whom he would have celebrated a 62nd anniversary on April 21st. He was owner of C & T Manufacturing. He was a member of the former Lambs Creek Bible Church. Douglas enjoyed hunting and spending time with his children and grandchildren. Douglas is survived by his wife, Ruth; his children, Terry Thomas of Mansfield, Michael Thomas of Mansfield, Dave (Pam) Thomas of Morris Run, Joy (Thomas R.) Cummings of Mansfield, Douglas (Jody) Thomas of Mansfield; eight grandchildren, Mike, Chris (Pam), Erick (Nicole), Chad (Erica), Laura, Josh (Amy), Erin, and Jake; five great-grandchildren, Alexus, Collin, Layne, Kendall and Joel; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Donald and Lorraine Thomas of Millville, PA, Lee Reed of Wyoming, Robert and Nancy Thomas of Mainesburg, PA, Clifford and Essie Thomas of Mansfield, PA; a sister and brother-in-law, Elaine and Wayne Strange of Mainesburg, PA; several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Irene Dunkleburger; and a brother, Arnold Thomas. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, March 4, 2009, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday, March 5, 2009, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2009, at 2:30 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Cal Jones officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. Memorial contributions may be made in Doug's memory to the Child Evangelism Fellowship of Tioga County, 16 Charleston St., Wellsboro, PA 16901.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/2/2009

 

THOMAS – Mrs. Stella Thomas Pitts [SRGP 63965], widow of Wayne A. Pitts, formerly of Mansfield and Wellsboro, died at her home in Mechanicsburg, PA, Sept. 25 [1945]. She was well known in this vicinity, having spent many summers with her cousins, Mr. & Mrs. Bert White and other relatives. She was the eldest daughter of Ephriam and Colista Keeney Thomas and was born Nov. 24, 1872. Her early life was spent in Mansfield, where her father conducted a hotel for many years. She and her husband lived in York, PA, for a number of years until the death of Mr. Pitts 12 years ago when she moved to Mechanicsburg, where she lived until her death. She leaves one nephew, Lewis Munnell, of Camp Hill, PA; one uncle, H.S. Keeney, of Crookedcreek, and several cousins. Funeral serviced were held at Mechanicsburg Sept. 28; burial at Mansfield. – Wellsboro Agitator, October 3, 1945

 

THOMPSON -  LOUISE T. WALKER [SRGP 70431]
                Louise T. "Peep" Walker, 79, a life long resident of Mansfield who made her home at the "Wrens Nest," died Wednesday, March 6, 2002, at Soldiers and  Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro.   Born March 2, 1923, in Blossburg, "Peep" as she was affectionately known, was the daughter of Casper Morris and Emma Louise Lyon Thompson.  She married Joseph Dewitt Walker on Aug. 20, 1942, and he died June 19,  1969.  She was involved in local history, very proud of her families contribution to the  Mansfield community, possessed a great love of her country and our flag.   "Peep" had a special relationship with her home, "The Wrens Nest," the people  that passed through it, the children that were raised in it, the friends that visited there, the endless accounts of history that occurred there, and even the animals  that shared the property with her. "Peep" is now part of that proud history, she   cherished at "The Wrens Nest."   Preceding her in death were her brother, Casper Morris Thompson, and her  sister, Mary Swan McElroy.    Surviving are her loving children, sons and daughters-in-law, Major Allen LyonWalker USA (retired) and MaryAnn Walker of Rockledge, and Chief Joseph  and Linda Walker of Hughesville; daughters and sons-in-law, Pam and Daniel Shipe of Wellsboro and Amy and Mark Murdough of Elmira, N.Y.;  grandchildren, Heather Walker, Holly (Craig) Cline, Iain Walker, Alexandra  Murdough; a brother, Joseph S. Thompson of Mansfield; along with several   nieces, nephews and cousins, including a nephew, Major General Stephen M. McElroy USAF (retired) and a niece, Louise Thompson Cummings.   Family and friends will be received at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory and Monuments P.C., 637 S. Main Street, Mansfield, on Saturday, March 9, from noon to 2 p.m.  Funeral services will be held there following services at 2 p.m. and graveside committal services at Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield.  Memorial donations may be made to the Veterans Memorial Park Fund, c/o 102  West Wellsboro Street, Mansfield, PA 16933; or the Samaritan House, 3Morgan Terrace, Wellsboro, PA 16901.   Services are under the direction of Caywood's Funeral Home and Gardens, Southport, N.Y

THOMPSON, Joseph Swan - Joseph "Joe" Swan Thompson, Sr., age 85, of Mansfield, PA, died Saturday, November 18, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 24, 1932 in Mansfield, PA, a son of Louise and Casper Morris Thompson. He married his wife of 65 years, Betty (Sargent) on August 30, 1952. Joe graduated from Mansfield High School and Williamsport Community College. He began working at his family business, Morris Farms, delivering milk. He then went on working as a heavy equipment operator and fire investigator. Joe was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers; the Mansfield Hose Co. and Ambulance Assoc., including Chief for many years; the American Legion; the Richmond Township Zoning Hearing Board; and the Community of Grace Fellowship Church in Lambs Creek. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren, traveling, watching nature from his kitchen window, hunting, and working on his John Deere tractors. Joe was a U. S. Army veteran. In addition to his wife, Betty, he is survived by daughter Nancy Thompson (William Taylor) of Yarmonth, ME; son Joe Thompson (Eileen) of Mansfield, PA; daughter Judy Brookens (Tim) of Fayetteville, PA; daughter Sarah Nittinger (John) of Mansfield, PA; daughter Kathleen Lindenmuth (John) of Mansfield, PA; daughter Sandy Weaver (Jim) of State College, PA; grandchildren, Louise Lynch, Maggie Taylor, Daren Thompson, Tyler Thompson, Ashley Brookens, Emily Heck, Leah Garrison, Kimberlee VanGorden, Brian Garrison, Loren Slater, Austin Slater, Megan Slater, and Miles Weaver; 14 great grandchildren, and brothers of the heart, Tom McConnell and Jack Rieppel. He was predeceased by two sisters, Mary Swan McElroy and Louise Thompson Walker, one brother, Casper Morris Thompson, Jr. Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, December 2, 2017 from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will follow at 3:00 P.M. at the funeral chapel with Rev. Guy Thompson officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Joe's memory to the Lamb Creek Community of Grace Church. The family would like to thank Cynthia and Bob, Penny, Rene, Jane, Elizabeth, Charlotte and Tyler, and a special thanks to Help Mates, VA, Hospice, and the many others who helped make Joe's final days more comfortable. - Mansfield Gazette, 23 November 2017 

THORPE Betty J.
75, died
May 19, 2010 at the Green Home, Inc., Wellsboro, PA. She was born October 1, 1934 in Sylvania, PA, the daughter of Frederick and Ruby Ripley Thorpe. Betty is survived by sisters, Jeanette Beardslee of Troy, PA, Thelma Baker of Lawrenceville; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Caroline Padgett; brothers, Frederick Thorpe and William Thorpe; and close friend, Ross Mudge. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA, Friday 6-7 p.m. Funeral services will follow there Friday at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Laurie Greenlaw officiating. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Betty's memory may be made to the Millerton Wesleyan Church, 5174 Main St., Millerton, PA 16936. – Elmira Star Gazette, May 20, 2010

TILLY, Theodore L. - Mr. Theodore L. Tilly, 81 of Arnot,PA, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2018 with his loving family around him. He was born on July 10, 1936 in Wauwatosa, Wis., a son of the late Rose (Maass) Tilly and E. Treffert Jr., stepfather Edward F. Tilly. Theodore was the husband to his late and loving wife of 35 years, Ann K. Cook Tilly, who passed away on February 26, 2011. He grew up in Wisconsin and member of the Lutheran church. Theodore loved to hunt, go ice fishing, stock car racing, painting, anything that didn't move, tinkering on mowers or anything that needed fixing.  After working the mill jobs, he started his career in the Corp. of Engineers. He did core drilling in 10 states; including the Damn area of Tioga and Lawrenceville, PA, the Great Lakes area and Canada. Theodore then transferred to Lockport, Ill., to work on the "Locks" for transportation of ships and boats, etc. He retired after 31 years, and he and his wife moved to her home state, Arnot, PA. Theodore served his country in the Army during the Korean War (1955-1957). He always enjoyed visiting with family and his many friends. Ted and his family wish a BIG "Thank You" to the cancer center in Williamsport and Wellsboro their doctors, nurses and helpers were all very kind to him and to his neighbors who helped him in so many ways. A special "thanks" goes to his caregiver/ helper, Cathy Slusser who was there him for everything.  Surviving is one brother, David Tilly (Jackie) of Kimberly, WI; one sister, Pat Steffen (Howard) of Townsend, WI; two half-brothers, Daniel Treffert of OK, James Treffert of WI; four stepchildren, John Cook (Connie) of Tacoma,WA, Robert(Bob)Cook(Nancy)of Lawrenceville, PA., Cathy Slusser (David) of Tioga, PA., Margaret Biblehimer of Montoursville, PA; many nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, February 24, 2018 from 1PM to 2PM at the Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. A funeral service will immediately follow at 2PM with Pastor Harry Colegrove officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. - Mansfield Gazette, 22 February 2018

 

TOMLINSON - Clifford Tomlinson [Red] [SRGP 84909]- Age 79 of 56 First St., Mansfield, Monday, February 4, 1980 at his home. Friends are invited to call at the Kuhl Funeral Home, Mansfield, Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Thursday 11 a.m. at the funeral home; Rev. David L. Weaver officiating. Burial Oakwood Cemetery. Survived by wife, Reva McCaslin Tomlinson; five sons, George and Donald of Mansfield, Eugene of Gillett, Gordon of Mansfield, Jack of Utah; two daughters, Mrs. Glenn [Barbara] Chamberlain of Elmira, NY, Mrs. Donald [Dolores] Vaughn of Wellsboro; two brothers, Russell and Howard of Mansfield; one sister, Mrs. Helen Howell of Johnson city, NY; 23 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. He was an Army veteran of WW I. Born Oct. 3, 1900 the son of Fred and Bertha Coveney Tomlinson. - [scrapbook clipping]

 

TOMLINSON - Eugene W. Tomlinson [SRGP 68872], 54, of Onancock, VA, a native of Mansfield, died Tuesday, April 26, 1988. A veteran of the US Army, he was a former schoolteacher and was presently employed as a night manager of a hotel in Ocean City, MD. Surviving are his wife, Loretta Marcile Frost Tomlinson; five children, David of Orangepark, Fla., Eric of Stockton, MD, William of Milford, DE, Juliana Tomlinson and Lisa Floyd, both of Onancock, VA; four brothers, George and Gordon, both of Mansfield; Donald of Canoe Camp and Jack of Utah; two sisters, Barbara Chamberlain of Elmira, NY and Delores Vaughn of Wellsboro; and five grandchildren. A graveside service was held Friday, April 29, at the Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield. The Rev. James T. Dawes officiated. Arrangements were made by the B.D. Holland Funeral Home, Nassawadox, VA. - Wellsboro Gazette, April 4, 1988

 

TOMLINSON - Funeral Services Held on Monday for Ivan Wm. Tomlinson - The funeral was held on Monday for Ivan William Tomlinson, 25, of 56 First Street, Mansfield, who was killed in Blossburg while working on a sewer line project. Dr. Harry Williams, Elkland, Tioga County coroner, ruled death accidental from a fractured skull. The victim died instantly when he attempted to release a load of earth from a dump truck he was driving and the truck bed dropped on his head. Mr. Tomlinson, a 1962 graduate of Mansfield High School, was employed by the Mele Construction Co. of Dunmore. He was born June 15, 1944, in Mansfield, the son of Clifford and Reva McCaslin Tomlinson. Surviving, besides his parents, are five brothers, George, Donald, Gordon, and Jack, all of Mansfield, and Eugene, of Blossburg; and two sisters, Mrs. Delores Vaughn, Wellsboro, and Mrs. Barbara Chamberlain, Elmira, N.Y. The funeral was held at Shaw and Robena's, 18 North Main Street. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery. Wellsboro Agitator 24 JUL 1969

TOMLINSON - Michael Eugene Tomlinson, 4-month-old son of Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Tomlinson of Mansfield, died Wednesday, April 2, 1958 at the Robert Packer Hospital. Surviving in addition to his parents are maternal grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Leonard Frost of Covington and paternal grandparents, Mr.  & Mrs. Clifford Tomlinson of Mansfield. The body is at the Shaw & Robena Funeral Home where private services will be held Friday at 2 p.m., with the Rev. Donald D. Cronk, officiating. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery. - Mansfield Advertiser, April 1958

Toby TOMLINSON
MANSFIELD – Toby L. Tomlinson, 24, of this borough died Wednesday, April 23, 1997, in Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. He was employed by Ward Manufacturing, Blossburg. He was a member of First United Methodist Church. Born Feb. 14, 1973 in Wellsboro, he was a son of Donald and Beverly Ogden Tomlinson. Surviving, besides his father of Mansfield, are two brothers, Terry and Todd, and two sisters, Traci Trantham and Tina Tomlinson, all of Mansfield; three nieces; two nephews. Friends may call at Wilston’s, 18 N. Main St., from 7 to 9 tonight. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

DAWN MARIE ‘PIPS’ TROUT - On Monday, September 11, 2017, Dawn "Pips" Marie Trout, age 54, of Mansfield, PA, mounted up with wings as eagles; she shall run and not be weary; and she shall walk and not be faint. (ref. Isaiah 40:31). Dawn was born on November 16, 1962 in Baltimore, MD, a daughter of Stephen and Barbara (Staufenberg) Trout, Sr. Dawn was formerly employed by First Citizens Community Bank in the Operations Center. She ran cross country at the State level and played softball for Mansfield High School; later in life she competed in wheelchair tennis and placed 2nd in the Nation. Dawn was an avid sports fan of the Philadelphia Phillies and the Eagles. She loved her nieces and nephews, her animals, music, and going to sporting events and concerts. Dawn is survived by her mother, Barbara (Glenn) Slaymaker; a brother, Stephen (Susan) Trout, Jr. of San Diego CA; three sisters, Deborah (Charles) Murphy of Mansfield, PA, Suzanne (Frank) Ameigh of Mansfield, PA, Rebekah (David) Redell of Pittsburgh, PA; nieces and nephews; great nieces and great nephews; feline companions, Sigourney, Jesse, Lucy and a canine companion, Max. She was preceded in death by her father, Stephen A. Trout, Sr. in 2012; her maternal Grandmother (Gram), Emma Robinson in 2016. Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, September 16, 2017 from 10AM to 11AM at the Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. A service will immediately follow at 11AM with Pastor Paul Terre-Blanche officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Joni and Friends, Wheels for the World, PO Box 3333 Agoura Hills, CA. –Elmira Star-Gazette 9/13/2017

TROUT Stephen A. "Steve" Trout [SRGP 70968]

74, of Mansfield, died on Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, surrounded by his loving family in the Williamsport Regional Medical Center, Williamsport.   Born on Feb. 25, 1938, in Philadelphia, he was the son of William and Catherine (Dowling) Trout. Steve is survived by his wife of 52 years, Barbara (Staufenberg) Trout.   Steve was a United States Navy veteran serving in peacetime. Prior to his retirement, Steve was employed as a plumber in Philadelphia then after moving to Mansfield was a counselor in the diagnostic unit of North Penn Comprehensive Health Services. He attended the Bakerburg Community Church. Steve loved his family and lived his life to honor the Lord. He was an avid gardener and loved hunting. He enjoyed sports, especially his favorite teams, the Phillies and the Eagles.  In addition to his wife, Barbara, Steve is survived by his children and their spouses, Deborah and Charles Murphy of Mansfield, Dawn Trout of Mansfield, Stephen and Susan Trout, Jr. of Philadelphia, Suzanne and Frank Ameigh of Mansfield, Rebekah and Dave Redell of Mansfield; two brothers, Robert Trout of Philadelphia, Bernard Trout of Maryland; three sisters and a brother-in-law, Mildred and Larry Fite of Philadelphia, Marge Macartney of Newport, Ruth Blair of Newport; 13 grandchildren, Ryan, Casey, Whitney, Jordyn, Matt, Zachery, Jesse, Danny, Alyssa, Madison, Mackenzie, Emerson, Lexi and four great-grandchildren, Isabel, Ella, Jameson and Easton. Steve was predeceased by four brothers, William, James, Thomas and Frank Trout and three sisters, Helen, Catherine and Mary.  Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service for Steve on Saturday, Dec. 15, at 4 p.m., at the Bakerburg Church with Pastor Dave Dressler officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Bakerburg Church, 197 Gray Valley Road, Mainesburg, Pa. 16932. A private burial will be held in the Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 South Main St., Mansfield, is assisting the family.    Wellsboro Gazette – December 11, 2012

 

TURNER, Ruth M. [SRGP 89482] - Mrs. Ruth M. Adriance, 36, of Tioga RD2, died Monday, March 30, 1959. She was a member of Methodist Church of Tioga Junction. She is survived by husband, Harry Adriance Jr.; daughters, Sheila, Judy, Nancy, Linda and Cathy Jo; son Timothy, all at home; half-sister, Mrs. Frances Lugar of Kanona, NY; aunt, Mrs. Mabel Swan of Galeton, with whom she resided before marriage. Prayer service at family home today at 1, funeral services at 2 at Tioga Methodist church, the Rev. Albert Schott officiating. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield. - Wellsboro Agitator, April 2, 1959

 

Erma (Useted) Tameris, 78, of Mansfield died Sunday, Nov. 19, 2000, at home.   Born Dec. 22, 1921, in North Castle, N.Y., she was the daughter of Charles and Nellie W. (Farrington) Useted.   She was married to Richard Dirk Tameris on Jan. 12, 1940, with whom she would have celebrated her 60th wedding anniversary with this year.  She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in  Middlebury Center.  Preceding her in death were her husband, Richard; her parents; one sister, Vera Murray; and one brother, Jay Useted.  Surviving are four sons and daughters-in-law, Richard L. and Ann Tameris of  Fort Washington, Md., Charles C. and Gayle Tameris of Wellsboro, Robert A. and Linda Tameris of Port Orange, Fla., and Matthew P. and Susan Tameris of Virginia Beach, Va.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Marie N. and Dick Clark  of Williamsport and Vernie L. and Robert Swingle of Mansfield; 14  grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; and one brother, Charles Useted of  Goldens Bridge, N.Y.  Calling hours will be held Tuesday, Nov. 21, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Scureman Funeral Home, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield.  Graveside funeral services will be held Wednesday, Nov. 22, at 11 a.m. with the  Bishop John Wheeler officiating, at the Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield.    Memorial donations may be made to the Mansfield Firemans Ambulance   Association, 381 S. Main Street, Mansfield, Pa. 16933.

ROBERT L. UTEGG age 56 of Mansfield, PA September 8, 1994 in Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA.  Friends may call at the Wilston Funeral Home, 18 N. Main St., Mansfield, PA Friday 7-9 PM.  Funeral services will be held there Saturday at 11 AM with Rev. Keith Paris officiating.  Burial in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA.  He is survived by a daughter: Vicki Warren of Cohocton, NY; 2 sons: Robert Jr. & David, and a daughter Lorei Utegg, address unknown; 4 grandchildren; his father: Herman Utegg Jr. of Westfield, NY; his mother: Bernice McGerl of Mansfield, PA; 3 sisters: Joyce Coleson of Jamestown, NY, Judith Woodward of Harrisburg, PA, Marlene Parthemer of Mansfield, PA; a brother: Richard of Mansfield, PA.  He was predeceased by his wife, the former Irene Hill.  Mr. Utegg was born December 18, 1937 in Ripley, NY.  He was a 16-year employee of Mansfield University.  –McKay Scrapbook

VANCE – FRANK VANCE, 75, of 16 Brooklyn St., Mansfield, died Saturday, Feb. 9, 1963. Survived by niece, Mrs. Gladys Ghehard of Rochester. Body at Scureman Funeral Home, Mansfield. Funeral there today at 2 pm. Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield.

VANCE - Rhinaldo Vance (#18392) died at his home at Lambs Creek Saturday (Aug. 19, 1939). He was born in Rutland, December 14, 1857, son of Mr. & Mrs. Brewster Vance. He is survived by his wife (Flora Cooley), two sons, Frank of Lambs Creek, and Ray of Rochester, and two grandchildren. The funeral was held Monday; burial was in Oakwood Cemetery at Mansfield. - Wellsboro Agitator, Aug. 23, 1939, p.1

 Emma C. Brown, wife of Samuel D. Brown, died at the home on Elmira street, Sunday morning, November 1, at 4 o’clock, following an illness of several months.  She was the daughter of Henry and Rose Benson VanHorn, and was born in Lycoming county fifty-six years ago.  In 1890 she was united in marriage to Samuel D. Brown, of Rutland, and they resided there for several years, later moving to Mansfield.  She is survived by her husband, three daughters, Eva, Mrs. Ray Bailey, of Buffalo; Bessie, Mrs. Deyo Walker, and Lila, Mrs. S. Watkins, of Mansfield, and one son, Guy of Mansfield; also several grandchildren.  She was a member of the Methodist church.  The funeral was held from the home Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock, Reverend F. P. Simmons, officiating.  Interment in Oakwood cemetery.

Henry P. VanNess passed to the great beyond Thursday evening, December 4, 1930.  Henry, as he was familiarly and affectionately called by young and old, was a life-long resident of Mansfield and vicinity.  He was the son of Peter V. And Celia Reynolds VanNess, and was born in a log house on the VanNess homestead in Rutland, June 6, 1850.  He married Wrexie E. Sweet, of Mardin, Pa., April 5, 1876.  To this union five children were born, four sons, Peter V. Of Johnson city, N.Y.; Victor H. of Springfield; Clay H., who died in infancy and Preston O. Of Lebanon and one daughter, Celia E. (Mrs. Wells A. Shaw), of Johnson City, N.Y.  He was a farmer and lumberman by occupation and for many years lived on a farm at Upper Lambs Creek.  About thirty years ago he moved to Mansfield and engaged in various kinds of mercantile business, for the last number of years, on account of advancing age, he retired from active business.   He was endowed with remarkable ambition and energy, always taking great pride in his splendid garden.  His daughter often called him”The Man With the Hoe.”  He was loved by children and held in the highest esteem by all who knew him, which was attested to by the beautiful floral tributes and large attendance at the funeral service, which was held in the M. E. Church, Sunday at 3:00 of which church he was a faithful member for many years; he was also a member of the Brotherhood Class.  Besides his wife and his four children, he is survived by one brother, George VanNess of Troy, and four grandchilden and many nephews and nieces.  As the scriptures say: “His children can indeed rise up and call him blessed.”  The following relatives from out of town were present at the funeral:  Mr. and Mrs. Peter VanNess of Johnson City; Mr. and Mrs. Victor H. VanNess, of Springfield; Lester VanNess, of Springfield; Mr. and Mrs. Preston VanNess, of Lebanon; Mr. and Mrs. Wells A. Shaw, of Johnson City; Mr. and Mrs. George Slingerland, of Waverly, N.Y.; Mr. and Mrs. Ralph VanKeuren, of Troy; Miss Emma VanNess of Troy; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Bohlayer, of Troy; Mr. and Mrs. Drummer Sweet, of Troy; Mr. and Mrs. Mark Loveless of Tioga; Harry Loveless, of Tioga; Fred Loveless of Tioga; Mr. and Mrs. Brown, of Holiday; Glen Sweet of Elmira; Ed Sweet, of Elmira; Mrs. Fidelia Yale of Johnson City; Vial Coveney, of Mardin; Mark Covency, of Mardin; Mrs. Thu VanNess, of Elmira; Mr. and Mrs. Cyril Gibson of Elmira; Mr. and Mrs. Bert Richmond of Limestone, N.Y.

HENRY P. VAN NESS (SRGP 03782)
Henry P. Van Ness passed to the great beyond Thursday evening, December 4, 1930. Henry, as he was familiarly and affectionately called by young and old, was a life-long resident of Mansfield and vicinity. He was the son of Peter V. and Celia Reynolds Van Ness, and was born in a log house on the Van Ness homestead in Rutland, June 6, 1850. He married Wrexie E. Sweet, of Mardin, Pa., April 5, 1876. To this union five children were born, four sons, Peter V. of Johnson City, N.Y., Victor H. of Springfield, Clay H. who died in infancy and Preston O. of Lebanon, and one daughter Celia E. (Mrs. Wells A. Shaw), of Johnson City, N.Y. He was a farmer and lumberman by occupation and for many years lived on a farm at Upper Lambs Creek. About thirty years ago he moved to Mansfield and engaged in various kinds of mercantile business for the last number of years, on account of advancing age, he retired from active business. He was endowed with remarkable ambition and energy, always taking great pride in his splendid garden. His daughter often called him "The Man with the Hoe." He was loved by children and held in the highest esteem by all who knew him, which was attested to by the beautiful floral tributes and large attendance at the funeral service, which was held in the M. E. Church, Sunday at 3:00 of which church he was a faithful member for many years; he was also a member of the Brotherhood Class. Besides his wife and his four children, he is survived by one brother, George Van Ness, of Troy, and four grandchildren, and many nephews and nieces.

As the scriptures say: "His children can indeed rise up and call him blessed."
Some say his life’s work’s ended,
Some say his race is run,
But the beauty of high endeavor
Of lives well-lived, live on.
Celia Van Ness Shaw
 

VanNESS - Mr. John R. VanNess, aged 50 died on February 19th at his home in Mansfield, after a long illness. He was the third son of Peter V. and Celia Reynolds VanNess and was born in Rutland Township on February 22, 1856. He resided for some time in Illinois, afterwards, in 1886, settling on a quarter section of Government land near Bismarck, North Dakota. In March 1892, he married Adeline Field, of Armenia, Bradford County, who survived him with their 11-year-old daughter, Fidelia. He had resided in Mansfield since 1894. He was a member of the Methodist church and was one of Mansfield's most esteemed and respected citizens, honest, fair minded and progressive of excellent character and sound judgment. Besides his wife, daughter and aged father, three brothers and two sisters survive - George, Henry and Thu VanNess, Mrs. C.O. Loveless and Mrs. F.E. VanKenten. Funeral services were held last Wednesday at 2 o'clock. - Wellsboro Agitator, 28 February 1906
  

VAN NESS - GIBSON, Mrs. Lenna M. [SRGP 08687]
Mrs. Lenna M. Gibson, 146 South Main St., died Christmas morning, December 25, 1974 at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital. She was the daughter of Thu and Sarah Edna Davies VanNess. Surviving is her husband, Cyril J. Gibson, at home. She was a member of St. James Episcopal Church. Funeral arrangements were made by Kuhl's Funeral Home. Services were held Friday, December 27, 1974 at 10:00 am at the St. James Episcopal Church. The Reverend George Booth officiated. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be made to the St. James Church building fund.

 

VanNORMAN -  DILLMAN, Claire V.
Age 89, longtime resident of Wellsboro and formerly of Mansfield, PA, diedpeacefully with her family at her side Sunday, May 24, 2009, at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital. She was the wife of the late R. Kelts Dillman. Claire was born August 20, 1919, the daughter of Karl and Marian Greener VanNorman. She was a graduate of Mansfield State Teacher's College and was a supervisor of Music in the Rockville Maryland School District during WWII. She also substituted in neighboring Tioga County school districts and later worked as a Secretary for the Community Mental Health Center in Wellsboro until retirement. She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church where she taught Sunday school and sang in the choir. Claire was active for many years as a member of the Wednesday Morning Musicales. She loved music and playing the piano and often spoke of the Greener Piano Factory in Elmira, NY. Jacob Greener, her great-grandfather, became well known as the maker of the "Greener Piano" and for his invention of the soft pedal. Claire was equally proud of her father, Karl, who was honored for his participation and contribution to Mansfield University's football program. Claire loved her family and was very active and supportive in the lives of her children and grandchildren's lives. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Surviving are daughter, Deborah Dillman Kear (David Marsh, fiance), Mechanicsburg, PA; son, Gary Kelts Dillman, Wellsboro, PA; daughter-in-law, Patty Huck Dillman, Wellsboro, PA; granddaughters, Jennifer Anne Kear, New Cumberland, PA, Terra Lee Dillman (Stephen) Tokarz, Antrim, PA, Maegan Kelts Dillman, Killington, VT; grandson, James Michael Kear, New Cumberland, PA; great-granddaughter, Anna Kathryn Tokarz; sister, Pauline VanNorman Rice, Still Pond, MD. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband; and sister, Rosalind VanNorman Jerabek. Friends and family are invited to Claire's Life Celebration on Thursday, May 28, 2009, from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home", 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. Funeral Friday, May 29, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, with Rev. Cannon Gregory R. Hinton officiating. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery. If desired, memorials may be made in her memory to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Pearl Street, Wellsboro, PA.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 5/27/2009

Wesley VANORDEN, AGE 51, OF Mansfield died suddenly early Thursday morning, March 16, 1972, at Blossburg State Hospital after becoming suddenly ill at his home. Mr. VanOrden was an employee at Merganthaler Linotype Co., and had also worked with the Mansfield police department for the past 14 years. He was a member of the Northern Tier Lodge 60 of the Fraternal Order of Police. He was a past secretary and treasurer of the Mansfield Hose Co. and was captain of the drivers for the Mansfield Firemen’s Ambulance Association. He was a member of the Friendship A and M Lodge 247 of Mansfield and the local Veterans of Foreign Wars. Funeral services were held Sunday at the First Methodist Church, Rev. R. Brenneman officiating. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield. Survived by wife, Louise VanOrden; sons, William and Terrance; brothers James, Warren; four sisters, Mrs. Vivian Kutch, Mrs. Violet Rufus, and Mrs. Elizabeth Masker, all of Honedale, Pa. And Ethel Tezzano of Baltimore.

 

VanZILE Genevieve Elizabeth Betty Sumner [SRGP 06973]

age 85, of Mansfield, PA, died Saturday, October 6, 2012 at The Green Home, Wellsboro, PA. Betty was born December 1, 1926 in Blossburg, PA, a daughter of George Fred and Edith VanZile. She married Omer R. Sumner on September 21, 1947 and celebrated their 65th anniversary this year. Betty dedicated her life to the care of family and friends. She enjoyed her garden, flowers, bird watching, family gatherings and dinners.  Betty is survived by her husband, Omer; a son, Gary Sumner of Wellsboro, PA; a daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Warren Meaker of Palmyra, NY; former daughter-in-law, Gwen Freeman; a niece, Marie Cummings of Wellsboro, PA; special niece, Joyce (Dale) Howey of Wellsboro, PA; a granddaughter, Laura Elizabeth (Sumner) (Abdel) (Marcus) Oueddir; two great grandchildren, Lillyana and Ayman; several other nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by 2 brothers; Fred and Arthur VanZile; a niece, Anna Howey; 4 brothers-in-law, Dick Frank, Ralph, Ray and Bob Sumner; 4 sisters-in-law, Ruth Thomas, Bernice Cleveland, Ethel Verbanic and Dorothy Sumner.  Family and friends are invited to call Tuesday, October 9, 2012 from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home with Rev. David E. Blowers, officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA.   Wellsboro Gazette - October 8, 2012

 

VARGASON Viola V. Simerson (Mattison) [SRGP 89992]

age 88, of Wellsboro, PA, died Thursday, June 14, 2012 at the Green Home, Wellsboro, PA. Viola was born June 2, 1924 in Ovid, NY, a daughter of Francis and Esther Bell (Davis) Vargason. She was the widow of Lloyd Simerson. Viola worked at Westinghouse before she retired. She enjoyed rides in the car with her son.  Viola is survived by a son, Wayne F. Mattison of Corning, NY; a daughter, Esther Whalen of Colorado Springs, CO; 3 grandchildren, Michael Whalen, April Breeden and Nichelle Whalen; 1 great grandson, John Thomas Breeden; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by 2 brothers, Jessie and Albert, and 2 sisters, Josephine and Eva.   In keeping with Viola wishes, there will be no services. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA is assisting the family.   Funeral home obituary – June 15, 2012     Oakwood Cemetery

 

VAYANSKY Michael E. [SRGP 83051]
66, of Mansfield, PA, died September 16, 2009. He was born October 29, 1942 in Monongahela, PA, the son of Michael and Helen Muia Vayansky. Michael graduated from California (PA) State Teacher's College and Kent State University and did post-graduate work at Penn State University. In 1966 he married the former Ann Harvey and began teaching Physics and Astronomy at Mansfield State College; his teaching career continued through last Tuesday. He was a member of Holy Child Parish. Surviving in addition to his mother of Donora, PA are his wife of 43 years, Ann; two daughters, Delia Vayansky of Princeton, NJ, Kate Vayansky of Elizabethtown, PA; a daughter-in-law, son and grandchildren, Karen, Mike, Sophia, Sarah and Adam Vayansky of Elkland, PA; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Tom and Lois Vayansky of Donora, PA, Ron and Sally Vayansky of West Newton, PA; brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Bob Harvey, John and Kathy Harvey, all of Donora, PA, Harry Harvey of Elizabethtown, PA; and several nephews, a niece, aunts, an uncle and a whole mess of cousins. Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA, Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A rosary service will be held there at 7:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Child Catholic Church with Rev. John Kita, celebrant. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. Flowers will be provided by the family. Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to the Mansfield University Planetarium Fund, directed to MU Foundation, 6 Beecher St., Mansfield, PA 16933.  Published in Star-Gazette on September 18, 2009

VAYANSKY - MU mourns passing of longtime astronomy prof
Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 3:34 PM CDT
The Mansfield University community learned today that Associate Professor Mike Vayansky would not be returning to work.  In a campus-wide message, Provost Peter Keller remembered Vayansky’s career.  “An associate professor of chemistry and physics, Mike was the most senior member of the Mansfield University faculty and was in his 43rd year of teaching,” Keller wrote. “Whenever anyone inquired about his retirement plans, Mike would usually respond that he intended to teach another 40 years.  “In addition to the courses he taught in physics and astronomy, many children and adults across the region will recall his informative presentations to community and school groups in our planetarium.

VOSBURG - Ernest K. Vosburg, 77, [SRGP 02130] of 87 West Elmira Street, Mansfield died Sunday, Feb. 3, 1985 at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro. He was born May 9, 1907 in Middletown, PA, a [adopted] son of Howard and Harriet Bunn Vosburg. He was a member of St. James Episcopal Church, Mansfield and of the Mansfield Hose Company. An Army veteran of World War II, he had served as Mayor of Mansfield for 16 years. Surviving are: his wife, Frances Brace Vosburg; one daughter, Mrs. Thomas [Karen] Bennett of Newtown, Connecticut; one brother, Edward Tanner of Nelson, PA; and three grandchildren. Friends are invited to call at the Kuhl Funeral Home, Mansfield this Thursday, Feb. 7, 1985 from 7 to 9 p.m. The Mansfield Hose Company will have a memorial service at 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. The funeral will be held Friday, Feb. 8 at 10 a.m. at St. James Episcopal Church, Mansfield with The Rev. Linda D. Leibhart, his pastor, and The Rev. Rudolph J. Van der Hiel of Mansfield, officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery. The family will furnish the flowers. Those who wish may make donations to the Memorial Fund at St. James Episcopal Church, St. James Street, Mansfield, PA 16933 - Wellsboro Gazette, February 6, 1985 [Mansfield High School Class of 1928]