Mrs. Arietta V. Brugger, age 49 of Mansfield RD 1, died Sunday morning, November 26, 1972, at her home.  Funeral service at the Kuhl (formerly Shaw and Robena) Funeral Home, Mansfield, Wednesday at 1:30 pm.  The Rev. Clair Statham, pastor of the Methodist Church in Hammondsport officiated.  Burial was in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield RD 1. She is survived by husband, Arthur; one son, Gareth, at home; one daughter, Mrs. James Farman, Mansfield, RD 3; one granddaughter, Trena; two brothers, Gerald Abbott of Addison, NY, Lionel Abbott of Westfield, Pa.; five sisters, Mrs. James Williams, Harrison Valley, Pa., Mrs. Howard Pepper, Philadelphia, Pa., Mrs. Harold Shultz, Westfield, Pa., Mrs. Reginald Bates, Syracuse. She was born May 15, 1923 in Westfield, daughter of Arch and Liddie Mann Abbott.
 

ABPLANAPL Margaret A. Copp

of Woodland Ave., Wellsboro, died at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital on Monday, Jan. 9, 2012, at age 84.  She is the wife of Bernard Copp. Margaret was born on Dec. 24, 1927, and retired from the former Corning Glass and then GTE as a packer/inspector. She was a member of The Wellsboro Moose and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandkids and she loved her coffee.  She is survived by her husband, Ben Copp; two sons, Gary (Nancy ) Copp, Larry (Kate) Copp; one brother, Ray Abplanalp and three granddaughters, Jessica  Copp, Lindsey Copp and Taylor Copp all of Wellsboro. She was preceded in death by parents, Andrew and Mary Kocher Abplanalp and an infant son, Roger Copp.  Friends and family are invited to Margaret's Life Celebration on Thursday, Jan. 12, from 6-8 p.m., at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Funeral service is Friday, Jan. 13, at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Peter DeVantier officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  If desired, memorials may be made to The Trinity Lutheran Church, Luther Lane & West Ave., Wellsboro, Pa. 16901.     Wellsboro Gazette – January 11, 2012
 

ADAMS HAZEL R. RITTER
 Hazel R. Ritter, age 65, of 197 South Academy Street, Mansfield, died Friday, January 25, 1974, at home.  The funeral was at the Kuhl Funeral Home, Sunday at 2 pm, with the Rev. Benjamin Nevin officiating.  Burial, Tioga County Memorial Gardens. She is survived by husband George; son, Richard Ritter, of Doylestown, Pa., half-brother, William McCauly of Grover, Pa.  She was a graduate of Canton High School.  She was born October 12, 1908 in Canton.

ADAMS
Lawrence "Popeye" Age 85, of Morris Run, died October 17, 2001 at the Bath VA Medical Center. Born January 6, 1916 in Belsano, PA, a son of Sheldon and Eva (Benshoff) Adams. Mr. Adams served his country during WWII with the US Navy. Poppie was employed by Ward Foundary in Blossburg for many years until his retirement in 1981. He was a member of the Blossburg Baptist Church, V.F.W. No. 8730 Blossburg, the Morris Run American Legion No 167 and was a former member of the Morris Run Mennonite Church. Surviving are: 2 sons, Gary (Rosemary) of Pine City, Robert (Joyce) of Gillett; a daughter, Cheryl Makowiec of State College; 7 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; a brother, Louis (Esther) of Mansfield; 2 sisters, Mary (Elmer) Kisinger of Morris Run, PA, Genevieve Grey of Barnsboro, PA. He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret (Lawson) Adams in 1995. Friends may call 12 to 1PM, Fri. at the Zwicharowski Funeral Home, Blossburg. The funeral and committal will follow with Rev. John Shypulefski officiating. Burial will be held in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.

ADAMS - Louis M. Adams, 88, of Mansfield, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital. He was a veteran of World War II. Survivors include two sons, Louis S. Adams of Tioga, Philip A. Adams of Mansfield; sister, Mary Kisinger of Morris Run; stepsister, Genevieve Gray of Barnesboro. Calling hours are 5-7 p.m. Friday, April 11 at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield. Services will be held there at the conclusion of calling hours at 7 p.m. Friday, April 11, the Rev. Eugene Charsky officiating. A private burial with military honors will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Township, Mansfield. - Corning Leader, 9 April 2008

ALEXANDER – Betty L. Edwards, 74, of Stony Fork Road, Wellsboro, went with the Heavenly Angels as they came to her bedside and took her to Heaven on Saturday, May 27, 2006 at Broad Acres Nursing Home. She was the wife of George H. Edwards whom she married Sept. 9, 1952. Betty was born Aug. 29, 1931 in Blackwell, the daughter of the late Alvin and Mabel Duffy Alexander. She was a graduate of Liberty High School and a homemaker. Betty was a member of the Stony Fork Baptist Church, and enjoyed camping, country music and her family and friends. Surviving are her husband, George; brothers, Bernard Alexander of Wellsboro, Gordon Alexander of Tioga; twin sister, Beryl Smith of Cogan Station; several nieces and nephews. Viewing was held today, Wednesday, May 31 at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro. Funeral services followed with Pastor Dennis Crumb officiating. Burial was made in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. – Mansfield Gazette, 31 May 2006, p.6A

ALEXANDER, Harold H. - Harold H. Alexander, 86, of Wellsboro, died on Wednesday, April 19, 2017. He was born on Feb. 11, 1931, in Morris, a son of the late Harry J. and Susie V. (Compton) Alexander and was married to Helen V. "Ginny" (Lewis) Alexander for 37 years. Harold was a truck driver for Morral Trucking, Wellsboro, was a member of the Wellsboro Church of Christ and the Loyal Order of the Moose. He loved working in his yard and in his workshop. Harold is survived by his wife, "Ginny;" son, Timothy Alexander of Huntingdon; daughter, Pat Dean of Wellsboro; step-son, James (Kim) Abbey of Tunnelton, W.Va.; three step-daughters, Marilyn Hess of Knoxville, Linda (Dave) Eick of Osceola, Eva Mae (David) Buckley of Ulysses; many grandchildren; and great grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Harold "Rusty" Alexander; step-son, Randy Abbey; son-in-law, Robert Dean and a granddaughter, Bobbi Jo Dean. A viewing will be held on Saturday, April 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., Wellsboro. www.carletonfh.com Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m., with the Rev. Darwin "Tink" Cranmer officiating. Interment will be in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield. -  Mansfield Gazette, 26 April 2017

ARVINE D. ALLEN, (SRGP 59150) age 88, of RR7 Wellsboro, PA, died May 13, 2003, at Carleton Nursing Home.  He was the husband of Jeanette Sweely Allen whom he married October 30, 1937.  Arvine was born March 22, 1915 in Rutland Township, the son of Emery and Florence Rarick Allen.  He was a graduate of Wellsboro High School, Class of “1933”, and was a retired employee of Corning Glass Works, former Wellsboro Division, with 33 years of service.  He was a member of the Middle Ridge United Methodist Church, Wellsboro Moose, and loved woodworking, dancing, hunting and traveling.  Surviving other than his wife are sons and daughters-in-law, Blaine and Patricia Allen, Mansfield, Pa, Dale and Sandy Allen, Wellsboro, PA, and Lance and Sherry Allen, Wellsboro, PA; daughters and sons-in-law Kaye and Kurt Dodge, Glendale, AZ, and Sallie and Lewis Sticklin, Wellsboro, PA; 15 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; brother, Arnold Allen, Wellsboro, PA; several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by a brother, Ivan Allen. Friends and relatives are invited to Arvine’s Life Celebration on Friday, May 16, 2003 from 6:00-9:00 PM at Tussey-Mosher funeral Home, a “Life Celebration Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA.  Funeral there Saturday, May 17, 2003 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Kermit Schrawder, officiating.  Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. –Elmira Star Gazette.

ALLEN Jack H.R.
Age 91, formerly of Mansfield, P A, died an Wednesday, February 25, 2009 in Harrisonburg, VA. He was born an February 16, 1918 in Hazelhurst, PA, a son of the late James G. and Anna (Perry) Allen. Jack was the husband of 65 years to Ernestine (Stuart) Allen. He was a retired US Navy veteran serving in WWII and reaching the rank of chief petty officer with 30 years of service. Mr. Allen was the Nationwide Insurance agent in Mansfield for many years retiring in 1981. Jack is survived by his wife, Ernestine Allen; son and daughter-in-law, Stuart and Clarice Allen of Staunton, VA; daughters and sons-in-law, Joan and Robert Gibel of El Cajan, CA, Mary Jo and John Hanley of San Bruno, CA; brother and sister-in-law, Harry and Eva Allen of La Mesa, CA; 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. A private family graveside service will be held at the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sunnyside Communities Fellowship Fund, 600-L University Blvd., Harrisonburg, VA 22801-9909.   Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 130 S. Main Street, Mansfield, PA.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 2/27/2009

Kenneth L. ALLEN
MANSFIELD--Kenneth L. Allen, 60, of Mansfield RD 3, died Thursday morning, Nov. 16, 1978, along a country road near Mansfield. Dr. Harry Williams, Tioga County coroner, said Mr. Allen was traveling with his wife and had pulled his pickup truck off the roadway when he became ill.  Williams ruled death was due to natural causes. The funeral will be at 2 pm Sunday at Kuhl's, 18 North Main Street.  Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro.

ALLEN – Kenneth L. Allen, age 60 [SRGP 17141] of Mansfield RD3, died November 16, 1978. Friends are invited to call at the Kuhl Funeral Home in Mansfield Saturday evening 7-9. Funeral there Sunday at 2 PM, Rev. Kenneth Meyer officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Survived by wife, Lila Morse Allen; two daughters, Mrs. Dale (Hope) Wood of Burlington, PA and Mrs. Jerry (Sharen) Cowan of Covington, PA; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Delos (Maryland) Allington of Mansfield RD3; one stepson, Charles Edkin of Mansfield RD3; 12 grandchildren. He was owner and operator of a farm in Elk Run - Sullivan Township. He was born November 21, 1917 in Mansfield, the son of Frank and Ruth Cummings Allen.

ANDREWS - HART, Dora A.
Age 81, of Wellsboro, PA, died February 26, 2009 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital. She was the wife of the late Leland C. "Zibby" Hart. Dora was born December 20, 1927 in Holliday, PA, the daughter of the late Herbert E. and Leona G. Bryant Andrews. Surviving are son, Paul (LouAnn) Hart, Wellsboro; daughters, Juanita Barrett, Columbia Cross Roads, PA, Shirley (Ronald) Foster, Elkland, PA, and Rhonda Benson, Ft. Lauderdale, FL; brother, Roger (Joyce) Andrews, Wellsboro, PA; 19 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sister, Dolores Richardson, and son-in-law, Donald Barrett. Friends and family are invited to Dora's Life Celebration on Thursday, March 5, 2009 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home", 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. Funeral there Friday, March 6, 2009 at 11:00 AM. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, Memorials may be made in her memory to the Charleston Baptist Church.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 2/28/2009

ANDREWS Roger D. Andrews

77, of Wellsboro, died on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013. He was the husband of Joyce Berg, whom he married on Feb. 14, 1961. Roger was born April 12, 1936, in Sayre, the son of the late Herbert E. and Leona Bryant Andrews. He was a graduate of Wellsboro High School. Roger was one of the first Eagle Scouts of Middlebury Center. In 1968, Roger founded Andrews Well Drilling, Wellsboro. He was employed at Osram-Sylvania, retiring after 40 years. Roger attended First Baptist Church, Wellsboro. In addition he was a member of the Wellsboro Moose. Roger served in the National Guard for 15 years. Surviving are his wife, Joyce of Wellsboro; two daughters and sons-in-law, Kathy and Lee Wright of Mansfield, Karen and Glenn Trowbridge of Middlebury Center; son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Marie Andrews of Wellsboro; business partner and former son-in-law, Joe Hastings; four grandchildren and one step-grandson, Kevin Wright, Mackenzie Hastings, Lynsey Hastings, Kendall Hastings, Jacob Trowbridge; several nieces and nephews. Friends and family are invited to Roger's Life Celebration on Monday, Dec. 9, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, "A Life Celebration Home," 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Funeral will be on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 11 a.m., at the funeral home, with the Rev. Dr. Jeffrey McCleary officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  Wellsboro Gazette – December 8, 2013

 

APPEL William L. Appel Sr.

William L. Appel, Sr., 88, of Leon Brown Road, Middlebury Center, died Friday, June 18, 2011 at his home. He was the husband of Elizabeth Appel who died March 3, 2011. Bill was born Jan. 14, 1923, in Passaic, N.J., the son of the late Moe and Elizabeth Nick Appel.  He had been a butcher for Path Mark Grocery and served 20 years in the United States Navy, serving during World War II and the Korean Conflict. Bill was raised Catholic, liked to play cards and was an accomplished cook. Surviving are son, William Appel, Jr. (Irene) of Middlebury Center; granddaughter, Natalie Maddox (Glenn) of Ft. Hood, Texas; great-granddaughter, Natalie Maddox of Ft. Hood, Texas; sister, Nora Brocaglia of New Jersey; brother, Harry Appel of New Jersey; God-daughter, Joyce Brocaglia of New Jersey; and brothers-in-law, Thomas Fahsbender (Mary) of Mansfield, John Fahsbender (Alene) of Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and sisters, Elizabeth Young and Rose Petruskevich.  Friends and family are invited to Bill's Life Celebration on Tuesday, June 21, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Funeral service will follow at 3:30 p.m., with the Rev. Cannon Gregory P. Hinton officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society , 5 East Ave., Wellsboro, Pa. 16901   Wellsboro Gazette – June 20, 2011
 

APGAR - JOHNSTON Dortha A.
Age 87, of Whitneyville Road, Wellsboro, PA, died November 12, 2007 at her home. She was the wife of the late Howard L. (Dutch) Johnston whom she married December 30, 1939. Dortha was born February 1, 1920 in Wellsboro, PA, the daughter of the late Ray and Bernice Kriner Apgar. She was a graduate of Wellsboro High School "1938", and a retired LPN at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. Dortha was a member of the Whitneyville United Methodist Church, the National Society of the Daughters of American Revolution, and the Tioga County Historical Society. Surviving are daughters and sons-in-law, Linda (David) Jones, Cherry Flats, PA, Sandra Starkweather, Whitneyville, PA, and Dianna (George) Duchemin, Gillette, PA; sons and daughters-in-law, John (Leslie) Johnston, Texas, and Michael (Julie) Johnston, Arnot, PA; 16 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, William Apgar; and a son, Howard L. "Butch" Johnston. There will be a private family service with Pastor Robin Baer officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent in her memory to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 11/14/2007.

APPLEBEE - JOHNSON, Ruth V.
Age 69, of 780 Rt. 27, Pittsfield, PA, formerly of Middlebury Center, PA, died May 12, 2009 at Rouse Home, Youngsville, PA. She was the wife of Robert Louis Johnson, whom she married December 10, 1960. Ruth was born August 1, 1939 in Blossburg, PA, the daughter of the late Merl (Pete) and Julia Ella VanOrder Applebee. Surviving are her husband, Robert; sons, Ricky (Bell) Johnson, Covington, PA, and Louis Lynn (Penny) Johnson, Middlebury Ctr., PA; daughter, Julie (Gilbert) Pannebaker, Mansfield, PA; seven grandchildren; sisters, Katherine (Leon) Costley, Middlebury Ctr., PA, and Donna Perkins, Mooresville, NC; brother, Lewis Applebee, Keeneyville, PA. Friends and family are invited to Ruth's Life Celebration on Friday, May 15, 2009, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. Funeral to follow at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. David Blowers officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 5/14/2009

AVERY – Norman J. Avery, age 75, of Wellsboro RD3, died Wednesday, June 11, 1986, at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. Friends may call at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro, PA, Friday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral Services will be held there, Saturday, at 4 PM. The Rev. Gregory D. Moore, his pastor, officiating. Burial, Tioga County Memorial Gardens. The family will provide the flowers. Friends may make Memorial Contributions to the Whitneyville United Methodist Church. Survived by wife of 50 years, Hilda Torpy Avery; daughter, Mrs. Diane Orcutt of Huffman, TX; son, Arnold Avery of Mansfield RD1; sister, Mrs. Joyce Copestick of Elmira, NY; 9 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by son, Ralph Avery in 1974. Mr. Avery was born August 10, 1910 in Wellsboro, the son of Joseph and Cora Davis Avery. He was a retired farmer, and member of the Whitneyville United Methodist Church; past member of the Dairyman’s League.

AVERY
 Avery, Ralph Joseph, age 36 of Tioga R.D. 2 died of a gunshot wound Monday afternoon November 4, 1974, at home. He was a victim of homicide.  He was employed at the Ingersoll-Rand Plant in Painted Post, N.Y. and attended the Tioga Junction Methodist Church.  He was born may 7, 1938 in Blossburg, a son of Norman and Hilda (Torpy) Avery.  Surviving in addition to his parents of Wellsboro R.D. 3, are his wife, Helen L. Steika Avery at home; two daughters, Barbara and Priscilla and a son Duane, all at home; a sister, Mrs. Thomas (Diana) Orcutt of Erie; a brother, Arnold of Mansfield R.D. 1.  Friends called Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Kuhl funeral Home in Mansfield where services will be held today at 1 p.m., the Rev. William R. Lusk officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. (News article pertaining to this obit.)

"Williams Rules Avery’s Death Result of Gunshot Wounds"
 Dr. Harry Williams, Tioga County Coroner, ruled on Tuesday, November 5th that Ralph J.Avery of Tioga R.D. 2 died of two gunshot wounds, one in the head and the other in the chest, caused by two 30-30 caliber rounds.  The coroner’s decision was based on the results of an autopsy completed early last Tuesday by Dr. William Reich, a pathologist at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro.  Mansfield State Police charged two 16-year-old Tioga County youths with murder in Avery’s death. They are Laverne A. Conrad, who lives two doors from the victim and Stephen J. Moore of FarrTrailer Court, Lawrenceville R.D.1.  Tioga county Public Defender Earl Tabor represented the youths at their arraignment held Monday, November 4th before District Magistrate William Buckingham.  Atty, Tabor was appointed to represent Laverne Conrad and the family of Stephen Moore has hired Atty. Robert Cox Jr. to represent him.  In addition to murder, Conrad and Moore are charged with conspiracy, robbery and theft.

AYERS - GREENE, Alberta Ayers [SRGP 84737]
Age 75, of Athens, PA and formerly of Mansfield, PA, died Tuesday, September 15, 2009, at Ashton Healthcare in Athens, PA. Alberta was born on July 16, 1934 in Lawrenceville, PA, a daughter of Roderick and Alberta (Potter) Ayers. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Mansfield, PA. Alberta had been employed by the former Dutch Pantry, Penn Wells Hotel, the American Truck Stop, the former Pumpernickel and Eddie's Truck Stop. Alberta is survived by three sons and a daughter-in-law, Edward and Jeanette Greene of Mansfield, PA, Howard and Timothy Greene of Stow, OH; three daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia and David Stahle of Houston, AL, Julie and Ryan Rose of Waverly, NY, Cindy and Darrell Jerrells of Barefoot Bay, FL; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Roderick Ayers Jr. of Millerton, PA, William and Beverly Ayers of Millerton, PA, Thomas and Kathy Ayers of Red Lion, PA; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Geraldine and Fetton Cox of TX, Elaine Taylor of Bath, NY, Linda and John Lowery of Canton, PA; a half sister and half brother-in-law, Isabelle and Charlie Ferrngo of Tioga, PA; 23 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren; a former daughter-in-law, Bonnie Parker; and two special friends, Virginia Ford and Virginia Case. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Donald Ayers in 2007; a granddaughter, Amber Jerrells in 2002; and two sisters, Cora Hornsby and Dora Bartholomew. Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, September 19, 2009, from Noon to 2 p.m. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. A memorial service will be held immediately following visitation at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Harry Colegrove officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in Alberta's name to the Dialysis Unit, Robert Packer Hospital, Guthrie Square, Sayre, PA 18840 or the Activities Dept., Ashton Healthcare, 200 Main Street, Athens, PA 18810. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp.  Published in Star-Gazette on September 17, 2009

AYERS Donald Lee [SRGP 84738]
Age 54, of Mansfield, PA, died Monday, August 13, 2007, at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro, PA. Donald was born on November 13, 1952 in Blossburg, PA, the son of Alberta Ayers. He was a member of the Arnot Sportsmen's Club, Inc. in Arnot, PA. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, hunting, martial arts, singing karaoke and spending time with the grandchildren. Donald is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Rick and Elizabeth McKay of Mansfield, PA; five daughters and a son-in-law, Robin and Bill Baldwin of Harrisburg, PA, Leah, Kellie, Katie and Jennifer Ayers, all of St. Mary's, PA; five grandchildren; his mother, Alberta Greene of Mansfield, PA; three brothers, Edward Greene of Mansfield, PA, Howard "Billy" and Timothy Greene of Ohio; three sisters, Patricia Stahle of AL, Julie Rose of Waverly, NY, Cindy Jerrells of FL; his ex-wife and her husband, Bonnie and Cortland Parker of Covington, PA. Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, August 20, 2007, 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 be held immediately following the visitation at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with the Pastor Harry Colegrove officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp. At the family's request, those wishing to send contributions may send them to the funeral home to assist with expenses. Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/15/2007.

Howard R. AYERS, 63, of 3 Bacon St., Wellsboro, died Thursday, Nov 5, at his home.  Born April 24, 1924 at Elmira, N.Y., he was the son of Howard Daniel and Julia Snyder Ayers.  He was a member of the Wellsboro Moose Lodge and the Wellsboro Fire Department and its ambulance association.  An Army veteran of World War II and a Navy veteran of the Korean conflict, he was a member of the Wellsboro Veterans of Foreign Wars.  Mr. Ayers retired from the former Mergenthaler Corp.  Surviving are his wife, the former Ila Henry; a son Robert Alan, stationed with the Marines in California; two daughters and sons-in-law, Kim and Ronald Goodreau of Danville and Ann and Steven Getgen of R.D. #4, Wellsboro; two brothers, Paul and D. Harvey, both of Elmira; a sister and brother in law, Florence and Joseph Wing of Horseheads, N.Y.; an aunt, Mrs. Florence Henderson of Elmira; and five grandchildren.  Funeral services were held at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro, Saturday, Nov. 7.  The Rev. Eugene A. Charsky officiated.  The family provided flowers.  Burial was made in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society.
 

 

BAILEY John D. (Jack) Bailey, 66, of Mansfield RD 1, died Tuesday at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro.  He was born March 20, 1915 in Columbia Cross Roads, the son of William C. and  Bertha L. WILSON Bailey.  Mr. Bailey is survived by his wife, Ella Mae PATT-Bailey; one daughter, Mrs. Levi (Jean) Williams of Binghamton; one son, Danny J Bailey of Little Marsh, PA; one step-daughter, Mrs. Francis (Shirley) Grover of Camptown; three brothers, Clarence and Lynndon, both of Elmira and William C. Bailey of Mansfield; two sisters, Mrs. William (Betty) Mosher and Mrs. Nathan (Delores) Burleigh both of Columbia Cross Roads; one aunt, Mrs. Agnes Clark of Elmira; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.  He was a life member of the Troy Fire Department.  Mr. Bailey lived in Troy for many years and was active in the Lions Club where he had 26 years perfect attendance.  He also was a member of the Moose Lodge No. 1147 of Wellsboro and the Legion of the Moose.  He was a member of the Hillside Rod and Gun Club, Blossburg; a member of the Wheel's Inn, Inc. of Trout Run and an associate member of the Fraternal Order of the Police of Tioga County.  The funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Kuhl Funeral Home, 18 N. Main Street, Mansfield, with the Rev. Deborah Casey officiating.  Interment will be in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro.  Friends may call at the funeral home Friday from 2 until 4 and from 7 until 9 p.m.  RHW.  Towanda Dailey Review Thursday April 16, 1981.
 

 

Ralph E. BAILEY, 70, [SRGP 61212]  of 102 First Street, died Friday, March 9, 1973 in Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro.  He was born in Mansfield on Jan. 8, 1903, as son of Charles F. and Nettie Smith Bailey.  Mr. Bailey was a member of the First Baptist Church.  He was a retired employee of Mansfield Borough.  Surviving are his wife, the former Leta Conroy; a daughter, Mrs. Edward Smith of Mansfield RD; three sons, Gordon of Mansfield, Jack of Mansfield RD3, and Charles, of Mansfield Star Route; a brother Leon of Mansfield, 10 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.  The funeral was held at 1 p.m. Monday at Kuhl’s, 18 North Main Street, with burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  The Rev. Benjamin E. Nevin, his pastor, officiated.

BAILEY,  Shirley P. Smith [SRGP 85420]
Shirley P. Smith 76, of Mansfield died Friday, March 22, 2002, at home. Born July 6, 1925, in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of Ralph and Leta Conroy Bailey. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Mansfield and the church women’s group. She wrapped bandages at the church during World War II and was a USO volunteer. She ran the sales room at Santa’s Gift Bag for over seven years, and helped pack and distribute Christmas gifts there. She was a member of the Republican Women, and also delivered Meals on Wheels. She was employed by Artistic Card Co. Preceding her in death were her husband, Edward, in 2001; and a brother Jack Bailey. Surviving are two daughters, Sherry Nares, Mansfield and Shirlene Bodolus of New Orleans, La.; two sons, Scott of Bloomsburg and Michael of Natchitoches, La; two brothers, Gordon and Chuck Bailey, both of Mansfield; 10 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. There will be no prior calling hours. A private funeral service will be held at the First Baptist Church of Mansfield with the Rev. Dr. John Whitfield, her pastor, officiating. Burial will be made at Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to Laurel Hospice, 24 Walnut Street, Wellsboro, Pa.16901; or the American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Boulevard, Suite 1010, Rockville, MD 20852-9813. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Wilston Funeral Home, 18 N. Main Street, Mansfield.

BAILEY  Steven Carter Of Mansfield, PA, formerly of Elmira and Etna, NY, began his eternal life on March 23, 2005. Steve was born on March 31, 1957. He is survived by his parents, Shirley and Leonard Bailey of Mansfield; a brother and sister-in-law, Mark and Lori Bailey; niece, Tiffany; and a nephew, Adam Bailey, all of Tioga, PA. Steve enjoyed many educational experiences starting with Mrs. Dreyfus' pre-school, and continuing through Hendy Avenue School, Booth School and Elmira Free Academy. At EFA, he enjoyed the privilege of knowing Mr. Harrigan and Mr. Hughes and his classmates. He was proud to tell of being a classmate of astronaut Eileen Collins (whose picture had a place of honor in his room at home). Although he never graduated from high school, he was privileged to attend Weber State College in Utah while studying premed. He worked with emergency services. He was stationed at Hill Air Force Base and worked as a fuel specialist and sometimes as a guide to dignitaries from Congress, etc. His early training in skiing at Pinnacle and Greek Peak served him well as he gained national ranking as part of the Air Force ski team. He enjoyed dangerous activities such as racing stock cars, scuba diving, mountain climbing, cliff diving. He was looking forward to becoming a licensed airplane pilot. Steve was privileged to work with one or more staff members at Elmira Hospital following his discharge from the Air Force. He discontinued his medical training because he chose not to lose patients’ lives. He did, on more than one occasion, give life saving first aid to accident victims. Steve was a successful mobile home salesman near Ithaca, NY. Steve's active lifestyle, intelligence and personality won many friends, including Steven Wallenda of the wire-walking Wallenda family, Robby Knievel and Spanky Spangler, as well as movie stars who skied with him. Steven earned praise from a compensation court for his successful presentation of a friend's case seeking delayed
compensation. He began writing a novel whose introduction showed promise. Steven's goal in his late years was to be kept pain free. Only in his
final days in Robert Packer Hospital's Hospice programs was he able to be kept pain free. Steven was, and remains, an exceptional person! A private memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 26, 2005, at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Gary Weaver at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Guthrie Home Health, c/o Hospice RR1 Box 154, Towanda, PA 18848-9737.

BAILEY VERA FERGUSON
Vera Bailey Blair Age 89, of Wellsboro, PA, died February 24, 2007 at Broad Acres. She was the wife of the late Glenn Blair, who died August 12, 1977, and the late Herman Ferguson, who died July 7, 1989. Vera was born November 28, 1917 in Wellsboro, PA, the daughter of the late Robert B. and Estella Price Bailey. She was a retired cafeteria manager for the Wellsboro Junior High School, and member of the Wellsboro United Methodist Church. Surviving are son, Robert J. Blair, Wellsboro, PA; daughter, Glenna Blair, Mansfield, PA; four grandchildren, Marj (Thomas) Wivell, Michael Glenn (Tammy) Rieppel, SanBee Blair and Anthony Blair; seven great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a grandson, Kaleb Robert Blair; and a sister, Esther Wetmore. Friends and family are invited to Vera's Life Celebration on Thursday, March 1, 2007, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Wellsboro United Methodist Church, Queen and Main Streets,Wellsboro, PA. Funeral to follow at Noon with Rev. Mark Shover officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Vera's memory to the Kaleb Robert Blair Memorial Scholarship, Wellsboro Area School District. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA.

BAKER Clarence "John" A.
Age 79, of Covington, PA, died on Friday, September 18, 2009, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the loving husband of Jeanne (Nestlerode) Baker, with whom he would have celebrated 55 years of marriage on December 20th. John was born April 25, 1930 in Covington, NY. John had been employed as a mason with William Bradshaw for 17 years and retired from the Southern Tioga School District in 1992 as a maintenance supervisor after 20 years of service. He was a US Air Force veteran of the Korean War. John enjoyed his family, woodworking, hunting, fishing, spending time at Little Pine Village in Waterville, PA, playing cards and putting on his famous chicken barbeques for his family. John is survived by his wife; a son, Jon Michael Baker of Wellsboro, PA; three daughters and sons-in-law, Lori and David Demchak of Harrisburg, PA, Kim Schmitz of Berwick, PA, Amy and Joel Meyer of Mansfield, PA; four grandsons, Zachary and Dylan Meyer, Jacob and Nicholas Demchak; two sisters, Margaretta "Gret" Swezey of Mansfield, PA, Evelyn Baker of Mystic, CT; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, George Walter Baker and Harold Baker; a sister, Doris Kenyon; and a beloved dog, Suki. Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, September 21, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday, September 22, 2009, from noon to 1 p.m. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will be held immediately following the viewing on Tuesday, September 22, 2009, at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Jeffrey Wilkinson officiating. Private burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp. Memorial contributions may be made in John's memory to Guthrie Hospice, 1 Guthrie Square, Sayre, PA 18840-9885.  Published in Star-Gazette on September 20, 2009

BAKER George Walter
George Walter Baker of Williamsport, formerly of Mansfield, died on Monday, October 13, 2008, at the Williamsport Hospital after a brief illness. Walter was born July 13, 1931 in Batavia, NY, a son of George R. and Mildred (Bennett) Baker. He was a 1949 graduate of Mansfield High School. Walter was the husband of Mary Jane (Emmick) Baker, and would have celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary on November 27th. Walter had worked for Ingersoll - Dresser Rand for 42 years as a welder, retiring in 1993. He attended the Faith Wesleyan Church in Williamsport, PA, and was a U.S. Army veteran having served during the Korean War. Walter enjoyed camping, hunting, snowmobiling, card games, helping his children and friends with carpentry projects on their homes, and traveling. He was well respected and immensely loved by his family who will greatly miss him. Walter is survived by his wife, Mary Jane; children, Walter "Tiger" (Claire) Baker of Lexington, VA, Terri (Paul) Krohn of New Wilmington, PA, James Baker of Montoursville, PA; eight grandchildren, Heather Sowers, Carrie Baker, Elizabeth Baker, Tyler Krohn, Alexandra Krohn, Craig Baker, Brianne Baker and Ryan Baker; two great-grandchildren, Mason Sowers and Julissa Aleia King; a brother, Clarence "John" Baker of Covington, PA; two sisters, Margaretta "Gret" Swezey of Mansfield, PA, and Evelyn Baker of Mystic, CT; several nieces and nephews. Walter was predeceased by a daughter, Tanya Wennergren in 1994; brother, Harold Baker; and sister, Doris Kenyon. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, October 17, 2008, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 South Main Street, Mansfield, PA, and Saturday, October 18, 2008, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Faith Wesleyan Church, 1033 Tucker Street, Williamsport, PA. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. at the church with the Rev. Tim Hartzell officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, 61 Memorial Gardens Road, Mansfield, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Walter's memory to the Faith Wesleyan Church Building Fund, 1033 Tucker St., Williamsport, PA 17701.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/15/2008

ROBERT H. BAKER SR., age 91, of Lawrenceville, PA, died Friday, May 23, 2014 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born May 9, 1923 in Tioga, PA, a son of Frederick and Lila (Shelman) Baker. He was married to Thelma (Thorpe) Baker. Robert was a security guard for Corning Glass before his retirement. He attended the Millerton Wesleyan Church; was a member of the Lions Club; volunteered for the Republican Party - especially Matt Baker; and gave a helping hand to anyone who needed it. Robert is survived by his wife, Thelma; two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert H. Jr. and Beverly Baker of Dover, PA, Peter J. and Dayna Baker of Lawrenceville, PA; a daughter, Sheila Brotherton of Pamona, MO; two step-daughters, Gloria J. Wheeler of Lawrenceville, PA, Roberta and Bob Powers of Rome, NY; a step-daughter-in-law, Betty May of Lawrenceville, PA; a brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Norma Baker of Lawrenceville, PA; a sister, Polly Davis of AZ; 20 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren. Robert was predeceased by a step-son, Dave May in 1997; sons-in-law, Duane Wheeler in 2009, Jesse Brotherton in 2011; grandchild, Sam Brotherton in 1993; former wives, Marjorie Shutter and Dortha Baker. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, May 27, 2014 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM and Wednesday, May 28, 2014 from 3:00 to 4:00 PM at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will follow on Wednesday at 4:00 PM with Pastor Laurie Greenlaw officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Guardian Home Care, 10 West Ave., Wellsboro, PA. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA. –Elmira Star-Gazette 5/2452014

 

BAKER Stephen Thomas
86, of Covington, PA, formerly of Roseville, PA, diedJuly 19, 2007 at home. Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA, Monday, 10-11 a.m. Funeral Services will follow there at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Richard Berg officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.

BAKER – Stephen Thomas Baker, 86, of Covington, formerly of Roseville, diedThursday, July 19, 2007 at home. He was born Aug. 11, 1920 in Johnson City, NY, the son of Isaac and Mary Elizabeth Hoffart Baker. Steve was a retiree of Firestone Tire and a World War II Navy veteran, where he fought in the South Pacific campaign. He was a Civilian Conservation Corps member during the Great Depression where he helped build roads in Arizona. An avid fisherman, hunter, and gardener, he had a tremendous appreciation for the great outdoors. His hidden talent with acrylic paints are portrayed in his many beautiful paintings. Steve was a loving man who was a soft spoken nature and kind heart. He leaves behind his loving wife and best friend, the former Nina Mae Fleming, with whom he built a life these past 53 years; eight children, Dorene Ackley of Covington, Teresa [Hank] Kuznar of Brownsville, Bonnie [Peter] Healy of Mansfield, Mary [Stacy] Bechtel of Covington, Gary [Ruby] Baker of Roseville, Linda [Keith] Clark of Columbia Cross Roads, Kenneth [Nancy] Baker of Maine, NY, Patricia [Ed] Clark of Westfield; sister, Mary Rita Connor of Ocala, Fla.,; three brothers, William Drake of Corning, NY, James [Pat] Drake of Myrtle Beach, SC, Richard Drake of Rochester, NY; 16 grandchildren; and three great grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, Leo Drake; sister, Elizabeth “Betty” Haner; son, Thomas Baker; and a grandson, Michael Clark. Friends were invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home, Mansfield on Monday, July 23 from 10 to 11 a.m. with Rev. Richard Berg officiating. Burial was with military honors at Tioga  County Memorial Gardens. Sincere thanks to his grandson, Stephen Wilcox and others who assisted with long term care over the past few years. He was at peace and comfort during his passing and he is now at home with the Lord. – Mansfield Gazette, 25 July 2007
 

 

BALCH Aileen B. Leach

80 of 1030 Jemison Road, Westfield, died Monday, Jan. 2, 2012, at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.   She was born Aug. 1, 1931, in Sabinsville, the daughter of Dight and Ethel Swimley Balch.  Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield, Friday, Jan. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. Calling hours will be held Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m., at the Clymer Baptist Church, where funeral services will be held following calling hours, with the Rev. Daryl Butler and the Rev. Roy Seiders, officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield. Memorial donations may be made to the Clymer Baptist Church, Sabinsville, Pa. 16943.  Wellsboro Gazette – January 5, 2011
 

 

BALCH Aileen B. Leach

Age 80 of 1030 Jemison Rd., Westfield, Pa. died January 2, 2012 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Pa. She was born Aug. 1, 1931 in Sabinsville, Pa. the daughter of Dight and Ethel Swimley Balch. She was a registered nurse at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, Pa. for many years and a member of Clymer Baptist Church.  She is survived by: Husband – Donald; son -  Richard “Rick” Leach, Westfield, Pa.;  Daughter – Nancy (James) Phillips, Farmington, NY.; Grandchildren – David Graham, Stephen Graham,  Christopher Leach; Sister – Esther Rexford, Greenwood, NY.; Brother – Lynn Balch, Royal Palm Beach, Fl. Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield, Pa. Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Calling hours will be held Saturday from 1:00 to 2:00 pm. at the Clymer Baptist Church, where funeral services will be held following calling hours at 2:00 pm. Rev. Daryl Butler and Rev. Roy Seiders, offciating.  Burial will be in Tioga Co. Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, Pa.  Memorial donations may be made to the Clymer Baptist Church., Sabinsville, Pa. 16943

 

BANKER, Edward R. - Edward R. Banker, 84, a lifelong resident of Wellsboro, passed away Monday, June 26, 2017 at his camp. He was the husband of Katherine Lucille Wilson, whom he married on March 11, 1955. Edward was born November 25, 1932 in Wellsboro, the son of the late Wayne and Laura (Webster) Banker. Edward served in the U.S. Army from 1955-1957, during the Korean War. He was a member of the NRA.  In addition, he was a member of Whispering Pine Camp and the North American Hunting Club. Edward was a former employee of Corning Glass Works retiring after 45 years of service. Edward is survived by his wife, Katherine Lucille; brother, Vernon, of Columbus, OH; four grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his daughter, Karen A. Lundy; brother, Robert Banker. Memorial contributions may be made in Edward’s name to the NRA. In keeping with Ed’s wishes a memorial graveside service will be held Friday, June 30, 2017, 11:00 AM at Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Local arrangements are entrusted to Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro, PA 16901. - Mansfield Gazette, 29 June 2017

 

LYLE G. BARDEN
Lyle George Barden, 82, of Lake Wales, Fla., died Sunday, Jan. 28, 2001, in Winter Haven Hospital.   Born Sept. 20, 1918, in Mansfield, he was the son of George Crippen Barden and Lottie Mae Randall.  He was retired from plumbing, certified welder and pipe fitter.    He served in the Navy during World War II.   Preceding him in death was his wife of 61 years, Theo May Sherman. Surviving are two daughters, Sandra R. Polous of Haines City, Fla., and Sylvia  A. Casher of Kissimmee, Fla.; one son, Steven George Barden of Omaha, Neb.; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Mrs. Betty Hinklie of Mansfield, Mrs. Esther Sherman of Trout Run and Mrs. Hazel  Barden of Wellsboro; one niece and seven nephews.  Burial will be held at Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Memorial services will be held at a later date.    Arrangements are being handled by the Wilston Funeral Home, Mansfield.

BEALS - Sykora, Elizabeth J. (SRGP 09672)
Age 70, of RR3, Box 828, Mansfield, Pa., Wednesday, November 1, 1989 at Arnot Ogden Memorial Hospital. Friends may call at the Scureman Funeral Home, 130 S. Main St, Mansfield, Pa, Friday 7-9 pm with Recitation of the Rosary, Friday at 8:30 pm. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, 10:30 am at Holy Child Catholic Church, Mansfield, Pa. Father Stephen McGough officiating. Burial Tioga County Memorial Gardens.

BEALS - MRS. ELIZABETH J. SYKORA (SRGP 09672)
 MANSFIELD--The funeral will be here Saturday for Mrs. Elizabeth J. Sykora, 70, of Mansfield RD 3, who died Wednesday, Nov. 1, 1989, at Arnot Ogden Memorial Hospital, Elmira, NY. Her husband, Francis A. Sykora, died Jan. 5. Mrs. Sykora retired in 1981 after 15 years of employment at Mansfield State College, now Mansfield University. Born in Columbia Twp., Bradford County, she was a daughter of Charles A. and Elizabeth Whittiker Beals. Surviving are four sons, Eddie Watkins, of Tioga, Bruce and Dale Sykora, both of Mansfield, and John Sykora, stationed with the Air Force in Florida; four daughters, Mrs. Joan Sutton, of Casper, Wyo., Mrs. Linda Dapp, of Millerton, Bernadette Sykora, of Tioga, and Mrs. Claudette Brown, of Canton; a brother, Gordon Beals, of Blossburg; a sister, Mrs. Ella Packard, of Mansfield; 17 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 10:30 am Saturday in Holy Child Catholic Church, 242 South Main Street.  Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp. The Rev. Stephen McGough, of Canton, will officiate. Friends may call at Scureman's, 130 South Main Street, from 7 to 9 pm Friday.  The rosary will be recited at 8:30.

BEALS – Elizabeth J. Sykora, 70, of RD3, Box 828, Mansfield, died Wednesday, Nov. 1, 1989 at the Arnot Ogden Memorial Hospital. She retired in 1981 from the former Mansfield State College after 15 years of employment. Preceding her in death were her son, Robert Watkins, in 1972 and her husband, Francis A. Sykora, on Jan. 5, 1989. Surviving are sons, Eddie Watkins of Tioga; Bruce and Dale Sykora, both of Mansfield; John Sykora with the US Air Force in Florida; daughters, Joan Sutton of Casper, Wyo.; Linda Dapp of Millerton; Bernadette Sykora of Tioga and Claudette Brown of Canton; brother, Gordon Beals of Blossburg; sister, Mrs. Ella Packard of Mansfield; 17 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held Nov. 4 at 10:30 AM at the Holy Child Catholic Church in Mansfield. Father Stephen McGough officiated. Burial was in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens.

BEALS, Gordon L. (SRGP 28626)
Gordon L. retired farmer and mechanic, beloved husband, father & grandfather. Age 76 of Blossburg & Mansfield, Pa died August 19, 2001 at the Bradford County Manor. Gordon was born in Mansfield, Pa on April 26, 1924 the son of the late Charles and Libby Whittaker Beals. On Dec. 3, 1944 he married Laura F. Kenyon whom survives in Troy, Pa. Gordon had worked the family farm in Richmond Township for many years and also worked for the Corey Creek Golf Club as a mechanic until his retirement in 1994. In addition to his wife, two sons survive Gordon, Robert C. “ Lorene” Beals of Arnot, Pa and Daniel G. “ Bonnie” Beals of RR #3 Columbia Cross Roads, Pa; one daughter Ronda J. “ Larry” Keltz of Bartlett, TN; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren . One brother , Tracy Beals and two sisters, Ella Packard and Elizabeth Sykora preceded him in death. Friends are invited to call at the Scureman Funeral Home, 130 South Main Street, Mansfield, Pa on Thursday, August 23, 2001 from 10 to 11 a.m. Funeral will be at 11 a.m. at Scureman’s with the Rev. Ann Rummels officiating. Burial will be in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Family suggest memorial contributions to be made to the Blossburg Ambulance Association, Blossburg, Pa 16912.

BEAUTER William H. Beauter
William H. Beauter, 92, of Balsam Road, Wellsboro, died
Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010, at The Green Home. He was the husband of Margaret A. Root Beauter whom he married May 20, 1940. Bill was born Jan. 14, 1918, in Wellsboro, the son of the late William E. and Nora Dartt Beauter. He had been a 50-year employee of Corning Glass Works, was a member of the Middle Ridge Methodist Church, the Ossea Lodge #317 F. & A.M. and Coudersport Consistory. Bill was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing.  Surviving are his wife Margaret; sons, William W. Beauter (wife Kathy) of Cedar Edge, Colo., James Beauter (partner Anthony Kulp) of Rehoboth Beach, Del.; daughters, Linda Alexander (husband James) of Wellsboro, Judith McDaniel (husband James) of York, Cindy McMaster (husband John) of West Newton; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Adelbert and Thurman Gross, and two sisters, Julia Gross and Marian Gross. Funeral services were private with Rev. Eugene Charsky officiating. Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorials may be made in his memory to the Alzheimer's Association , 57 North Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18701. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a ""Life Celebration Home,"" 139 Main St., Wellsboro.  Wellsboro Gazette - December 18, 2010

BELLINGER - HELEN LOUISE WATKINS
 Helen Louise Watkins, age 44, of Blossburg, died Saturday, August 18, 1973, at the Williamsport Hospital.  The Funeral was held at the Tussey Funeral Home in Wellsboro Monday at 3:30, with Rev. James W. Garthoff officiating.  Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. She is survived by husband, Kenneth Watkins of Blossburg; one daughter, Mrs. Virginia Watkins of Blossburg; four sons, Thomas, Ricky, Edward, and Walter all of Blossburg; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Merle Bellinger of Wellsboro; one brother, Edward Bellinger of Wellsboro; two sisters, Reva Dunmore of Jamestown, New York and Mrs. Jean Huggler of Wellsboro.

BENEDICT - Genevieve [Jane] B. Garrison, 81, wife of Merle F. Garrison, of RD#1, Mansfield, died Friday, Sept. 13, 1985, in Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro.  Mrs. Garrison and her husband observed their 61st wedding anniversary in August. Born in Charleston Township June 20, 1904, she was a daughter of Harry A. and Louise Cruttenden Benedict. Mrs. Garrison was a member of First United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the Order of Eastern Star, Utopian Literary Club, Daughters of the American Revolution, and Corey Creek Golf club, all at Mansfield. Surviving besides her husband, are two sons and daughters-in-law, Benjamin and Lois Garrison of Mansfield, and Lewis and Joy Garrison of Wellsboro; a daughter and son-in-law, Anne and Gerald Calkins of Mansfield; two sisters, Mrs. Winifred Buley of Waverly, NY, and Mrs. Helen Shepherd of Rosemont; nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. The funeral was held Monday, Sept. 16 at the church, Academy and East Wellsboro Streets, Mansfield. Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens in Charleston Township. The Rev. James T. Dawes, her pastor, officiated. Donations may be made to the Parsonage Indebtedness Fund, United Methodist Church, Mansfield. - Wellsboro Gazette, September 18, 1985   MHS 1921

BERG - Larry Berg, 79, of Pinnacle Towers, Cole St., Wellsboro, died
suddenly on Wednesday, March 31, 2010. He was born in Mansfield, the son of Charles and Edith Bartlett Berg. His wife, Arlene Haskins Berg, died June 20, 2008, in Florida. Mr. Berg is survived by two sons, Warren (Christine) Berg of Wellsboro, Leslie Berg of Texas; and one daughter, Carol (Tony) Carprio of Texas. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Joe and Randy Berg, Paige Caprio, all of Texas; two sisters, Joyce (Roger) Andrews of Wellsboro and Jean (Alex) Hunter of Morris. Mr. Berg was a driver for Taynton Trucking Company in Wellsboro for many years. He left the area, first to Maryland and then to Texas, to work for other trucking companies after Tayntons ceased operation. After retirement, he and Mrs. Berg lived in Florida for several years. He moved back to Wellsboro in July of 2008, after his wife died . In accord with his wishes, there will be no viewing or funeral. Interment will be alongside of his wife, Arlene, in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield Road, Wellsboro. - Wellsboro Gazette, March.31, 2010

 

BERG -JOYCE (BERG) ANDREWS, 81, of Wellsboro, passed away peacefully Friday, July 12, 2019 at the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville. She was born on July 1, 1938, in Delmar Township, the daughter of the late Charles and Edith (Bartlett) Berg. She married the late Roger D. Andrews on Feb. 14, 1961, and they shared 52 years of marriage prior to his passing in 2013. Joyce was the president of Andrews Well Drilling in Wellsboro, where she assisted in the day-to-day operations alongside her husband, Roger. She attended the First Presbyterian Church of Wellsboro, was a member of the Red Hat Society as well as a social group that would meet for lunch daily at McDonald's. Her hobbies and interests included crocheting beautiful afghans, shopping, reading, preparing delicious meals for her family and friends, and most importantly, spending time with her grandchildren. Described as a strong and resilient woman who rarely complained, Joyce will be dearly missed by family and friends. Left to cherish her memory are her three children, Kathy (Lee) Wright, of Mansfield, Brian (Marie) Andrews, of Wellsboro, and Karen (Glenn) Trowbridge, of Middlebury Center; six grandchildren, Kevin (Maddie), Mackenzie (Jason), Jacob, Lynsey, Kendall and Shay; great-granddaughter Paisley; several nieces, nephews, and dear friends. In addition to her parents and husband Roger, Joyce was preceded in death by her four siblings, Larry, Duane, Jeanne and Ada Marie. Memorial donations can be made in Joyce's name to the local charity of the donor's choosing. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Tuesday, July 16, from 5-6 p.m. at Tussey Mosher Funeral Home, Ltd., 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. Joyce's funeral service will immediately follow at 6 p.m. with Pastor Michael Birbeck presiding. Burial will take place in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield. -Wellsboro Gazette 7/16/2019

 

BICHER Edna B. Eberly

77, a resident of The Green Home, formerly of Elkland, died Wednesday, March 7, 2012.  She was the wife of Titus G. Eberly. Edna was born March 25, 1934, in Ephrata, the daughter of Henry Bicher and Lillie Sensenig.  She was a former employee of Freedom Fashion Dress Factory, Elkland.  Surviving are her husband, Titus G. Eberly of Elkland; daughter and son-in-law, Ruth (Don) Watts of Florence, S.C.; step-sons and step-daughters-in-law, Titus E. (Maria) Eberly of East Stroudsburg, Allen G. (Betsy) Eberly of Westfield, David (Karen) Eberly of Whitneyville; step-daughter and step-son-in-law, Margaret Rose (Joe) Wilde of Westfield; step-son, Leroy Eberly of Elkland; step-daughter, Janice Eberly of Ozark Ala.; brothers, Jacob, Henry and Warren Bicher; sisters, Elsie Eberly, Mary Hoover; and three grandchildren. Edna was predeceased by sisters, Ada Eberly, Emma Eberly, Minnie Bicher; and step-daughter, Brenda Shannon on Feb. 26, 2009.  Friends and family are invited to Edna's Life Celebration on Monday, March 12, from noon to 1 p.m., at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Funeral will follow at 1 p.m., with the Rev. Eugene Charsky officiating. Burial will be at Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  Wellsboro Gazette – March 9, 2012
 

 

BIXBY, JAMES DEAN (SRGP 78635)
 Age 36 of Bethel Park, PA, formerly of Mansfield, Sunday, August 24, 1980 as a result of an automobile accident.  Friends are invited to call at the Kuhl Funeral Home in Mansfield on Tuesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9.  Funeral there Wednesday at 1 pm.  Rev. Deborah Casey officiating.  Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro.  Survived by parents, Clifford and Mary Cleveland Bixby; two daughters, Jennifer and Julie, both of Fredonia, NY.  He was born July 24, 1944 in Wellsboro and was the district manager for the Pennsylvania Glass Sand Floridan Co. headquartered in Monroeville, PA.
 

 

BLISS Aileen B. English

age 78, of Route 6, Mansfield, PA, died December 19,2011 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital. She was the wife of Francis English whom she married October 24, 1954. Aileen was born April 25, 1933 , the daughter of the late Earl and Martha Kemp Bliss, Sr. She had worked in the cafeteria for the Wellsboro Area School District. Aileen was a member of the Whitneyville United Methodist Church, an avid gardner, and loved her flower and vegetable gardens. Surviving are her Husband, Francis; Daughters, Brenda Bartelme, Vero Beach, FL, Deborah Harsch (David), Mansfield, PA, and Barbara Wilson (John), Wellsboro, PA; nine Grandchildren; six Great Grandchildren; three Great Great Grandchildren; Brothers, Earl Bliss, Jr. (Mariam), Liberty, PA, and George Bliss (Joan), Big Flats, NY. She was preceded in death by a Brother, Donald Bliss (WWII), and two Grandsons, Patrick Greenfield and Jeremy Bronson. Friends and family are invited to Aileen's Life Celebration on Friday, December 23, 2011 from 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home", 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA Funeral service to follow at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Keith Diehl officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorials may be made to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation.   Wellsboro Gazette – December 22, 2011
 

 

BLISS Donald - Mansfield Resident Killed When Struck by Car on Rt. 15
A certificate of accidental death was issued Saturday afternoon in the case of Donald A. Bliss, 23 of Mansfield RD 3, who was killed at 10:20 p.m. Friday when he was struck by a car on Rt. 15, 1 ½ miles north of the state line near Lindley.  The fatality occurred across the road from the Green Shingles Restaurant.  Donald A. Bliss, 23, of Mansfield, RD 3, was killed Friday when he was struck by a car at 10:20 p.m. on Route 15, in Lindley, N.Y., one a half miles north of the state line.  According to New York State Police at Painted Post, Bliss was killed when he was struck by a car operated by Warren C. Walker, of Elkland.  Police said the northbound Walker car was passing another auto when it struck Bliss, who was standing in the roadway.  Bliss was apparently crossing the highway when he was struck.  A New York State coroner, Dr. Sandor Benedek, pronounced Bliss dead at the scene of the accident.  He said an autopsy performed Saturday morning at Corning Hospital showed that death was caused by a broken neck, skull fracture and multiple internal injuries.  Warren C. Walker, 34, of 201 Buffalo St., Elkland, driver of the car which struck Mr. Bliss, was charged by Painted Post state police with driving while intoxicated.  The defendant was arraigned before Lindley Justice Francil Tobey and was released without bail to obtain counsel.  The case was adjourned on a day-to-day basis.  Born Aug. 21, 1949 in Blossburg, he was the son of Hugh and Mary Erway Bliss.  A 1971 graduate of Mansfield State College, he was a member of the Lambs Creek Bible Church, manager of the Whitey Wilson Ski-Doo Shop at Mansfield, and drove a school bus for the Mansfield School District in the Pickle Hill area.  Surviving are:  his parents, at home; one brother, Dwight of Warren, Mich., one sister, Miss Linda Bliss of Harrisburg, Pa.; and maternal grandmother, Mrs. Mazie Erway of Wellsboro.  Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Kuhl (formerly Shaw and Robena) Funeral Home in Mansfield, with the Rev. George Evans, pastor of the Lambs Creek Bible Church, officiating.  Burial was in Tioga Memorial Gardens at Mansfield.  

 

BLISS Hugh D. Bliss

93, of Wellsboro, Pa., formerly of Mansfield, died on Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012.  He was the husband of Mary Erway Bliss, who preceded him in death April 9, 2008. Hugh was born Feb. 27, 1919, in Wellsboro, Pa., the son of the late Lewis J. and Annie A. Stott Bliss.  He was a dairy farmer and a truck driver for Ralston Purina for 20 years, before he retired.  Surviving are a son, Dwight (Linda) Bliss of Rochester, Mich.; a daughter, Linda (John) Voorhies of Strongsville, Ohio; grandchildren, Leslie (Kevin) Miller, Nathan (Ashley) Voorhies, David (Jennifer) Paladino, Leah Paladino, Terry (Chuck) Lucente, Karen (Matthew) Gaurino; and three great-grandchildren; one brother, Glenn (Brenda) Bliss, Wellsboro; one sister, Rosemary Boyce, Wellsboro. Hugh was preceded in death by two sons, Ernest Dale Monks and Donald A. Bliss; and two sisters, Ethel Davis and Sarah Mays. Friends and family are invited to Hugh's Life Celebration on Nov. 24, 2012, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, "A Life Celebration Home," 139 Main St., Wellsboro, PA 16901. Funeral is Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home.  Burial is at Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made in Hugh's name to Child Evangelism Fellowship of Tioga County, 16 Charleston St., Wellsboro, PA 16901.  Wellsboro Gazette – November 23, 2012

 

BLISS - SARA J. MAYS
COVINGTON--Sara J. Mays, 78, of Covington died Saturday, Oct. 23, 1999, at home. She was a retired cook. She was a member of Covington United Methodist Church. Born Aug. 17, 1921, in Wellsboro, she was a daughter of Lewis J. and Annie Stott Bliss. Surviving are her husband of 53 years, Stuart A.; four sons, David L. of Pacific, Mo., Stuart B. and John E., both of Covington, and Clifton E. of Mansfield; three daughters, Esther M. Harer of Covington, E. Lorraine Nearing of Canton, and S. Patricia Smith of Covington; two brothers, Hugh D. Bliss of Mansfield and Glenn Bliss of Wellsboro; two sisters, Ethel Davis and Rosemary Boyce, both of Wellsboro; 20 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 1 pm Tuesday at Wilston's, 18 N. Main St. Mansfield.  Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro area. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 to 9 pm Monday.
 

 

BOCKUS Roland J. "Mike" Bockus

91, of Wellsboro, died Thursday, March 29, 2012.  He was the husband of Ruby Pier, whom he married on June 20, 1947. Roland was born March 17, 1921, in Wellsboro, the son of Alfred Bockus and Nora Cavanaugh.  He was retired from Conrail, Corning N.Y. Roland was a U.S. Army veteran who served in World War II.  Surviving are his wife, Ruby Pier Bockus of Wellsboro; sons and daughters-in-law, James (Ellie) Bockus of Middlebury Center; John (Joanne) Bockus of Wellsboro; daughter and son-in-law of Jerry (Stanley) Cook of Kingsley; sister, Wanda Kennedy of Wellsboro; brother and sister-in-law, Daryl (Wanda) Bockus of Laporte; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Both parents and his brother, Lyle Bockus, predeceased Roland.  Friends and family are invited to Roland's Life Celebration, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main St., Wellsboro, Sunday April 1. Funeral will be Monday, April 2, at 11 a.m., at the Funeral Home, with the Rev. Dr. Jeffrey McCleary officiating. Burial will be at Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Township. Memorials may be made in Roland's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 449 Bucks Road, Perkasie Pa., 18944 or Guthrie Hospice c/o Robert Packer Hospital, One Guthrie Square, Sayre Pa. 18840.  Wellsboro Gazette – March 31, 2012
 

 

BOGACZYK -  McKERROW, Julia
Age 63 of Troy, PA, was born on May 22, 1944 in Blossburg, PA. The daughter of the late Fred and Rose Bogaczyk, she diedsurrounded by her loving family on January 22, 2008 in the Troy Community Hospital in Troy, PA. She was predeceased by her brothers, Richard and Fred Bogaczyk; and her sister, Veronica Wojcik. Julia is survived by her loving husband, David McKerrow; her beloved son and daughter-in-law, William and Rebecca Lloyd of Tustin, MI; and her loving daughter and son-in-law, Laura and Timothy McGlynn of Ithaca, NY; her grandchildren, William Reese Lloyd IV and Isabel McGlynn; her stepchildren, Bonnie (Ray) Bixby and their son, Zach of Gillett, PA and Kenneth (Katey) McKerrow and their children, Alex and Logan McKerrow of Pine City, NY; six sisters, Irene (Dean) Frey of Blossburg, PA, Lottie Nelcoski of Elmira, NY, Pauline (Donald) Plank of Tioga, PA, Rosemary (Gary) Adams of Pine City, NY, Joann (Jack) Gutshall of Vestal, NY and Diane (Arland) Wood of Blossburg, PA; two brothers, Andy (Miriam) Bogaczyk of Tioga, PA, and Paul Bogaczyk of Blossburg, PA; and two sister-in-laws, Ann Bogaczyk of Blossburg, PA and Linda (Dick) Campbell of Zuni, VA; many nieces and nephews, and friends galore who all loved her dearly. Julia was a teacher retiring after 36 years of service. She taught in Norfolk, VA for 1 year and in Troy, PA for 35 years. She retired in 2002 and said the last day of her teaching career was just as exciting as the first. Julia loved to read and did an abundance of teaching outside the classroom. Julia's children and grandchildren were her reason for life. She loved them with every ounce of her precious little body. Her family and friends will remember her for her intelligence, quick wit and ability to entertain children, but especially for her warm smile that enveloped everyone in her presence. A viewing will be held at the Vickery Gerald Funeral Home at 110 West Main Street, Troy, PA from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 24, 2008. Burial will be at the Tioga County Memorial Gardens in Wellsboro, PA at 12 p.m. on Friday, January 25, 2008. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations be made to a scholarship fund in Julia's name. Please send donations to Citizens and Northern Bank at Court House Square, Troy, PA 16947 (570) 297 - 2158 and marked for the Julia McKerrow scholarship fund. Published in the Star-Gazette on 1/23/2008.

BOHART - THOMAS, Elizabeth (Betty)
Age 49, of Mainesburg, Pa, Sunday December 28, 1980 at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. Friends are invited to call at the Kuhl Funeral Home, Mansfield, Pa. Tuesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Wednesday at 1 p.m. Burial Tioga County Memorial Gardens. She is survived by her husband Robert; 3 daughters Mrs. John (Melinda) Fekety of Mainesburg, Mrs. David (Barbara) Brueilly of Fredericksburg, Pa., Mrs. Marvin (Susan) Hall of Mansfield, Pa.; 2 sons William and Brian both at home; brother James Eck of Sayre, Pa.; 2 sisters Mrs. Robert (Dorothy) White of Florida, Mrs. Floyd (Sarah) Williammee of Forest, Pa.; 10 grand-children, several nieces and nephews. She was born Oct. 20, 1931 in Williamsport, Pa., the daughter of Samuel and Alice Eck Bohart,

BOLT, Donald R., Sr. Age 65, (SRGP 74998) of Jobs Corners, Pa, died November 17, 2004, at home. He was born September 9, 1939 in Sayre, Pa., the son of Harold and Eloise Smith Bolt. Donald is survived by his wife of 40 years, the former Amanda Grover; three sons and daughters-in-law, Donald J. and Crystal of Millerton, Pa., Ronald and Renee of Gillett, Pa., Robert and Tracy, stationed in Korea with the U.S. Air Force; Three brothers, Jack of Mainesburg, Pa., Jesse of Lawrenceville, Pa., Fred of Mansfield, Pa., and ten grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, David. Donald was a retiree of Sysco, Horseheads, NY, and the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. He was a member of the Tioga County Early Days. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home, 18 N. Main St., Mansfield, Pa., Sunday 2-4 p.m. Funeral services will follow there Sunday at 4 p.m., with Rev. Kenneth Marple officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, Pa. Family will provide the flowers. Memorial contributions in Donald’s memory may be directed to Amanda Bolt, RR2 Box 180 B, Millerton, Pa. 16936
 

 

BOOM KENNETH GEORGE BOOM

Kenneth George Boom, 75, formerly of Barney Hill Road, Nelson, died Thursday, July 21, 2011, at home in Wellsboro.  He was the husband of Patricia Moore Boom. Ken was born Jan. 14, 1936, in Harrison Township, Potter County, the son of the late Jerome William and Ruth Agnes Gardner Boom.  He had been a mechanic for Corning Glass Works of Wellsboro. Ken was a United States Army veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict.  Surviving are his wife, Patricia; sons, Kenneth J. (Penny) Boom of Wellsboro, Brian K. Boom of Berwick; daughter, Brenda Hiller of Texas; brother, Robert Boom of Florida; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a sister, Lacresha Allen and a brother, Delos Boom.  Friends and family are invited to Ken's Life Celebration on Monday, July 25, from 10 a.m. to noon, at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home,", 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Military service will follow at Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  Wellsboro Gazette – July 22, 2011
 

 

BORDEN Margaret M. "Peggy" Berguson

58, of Mansfield, PA, died February 4, 2013, at home. She was born December 19, 1954, in Philadelphia, PA, the daughter of James & Margaret McGovern Borden. Peggy was a teacher at Wellsboro Area Schools, and a member of Holy Child Catholic Church. Surviving, in addition to her mother of Rosemont, PA, are her husband of 33 years, Bruce, four sons, Jeffrey, currently a student at Penn State University, Mark, currently a student at Jefferson Medical College, Timothy, currently a student at Juniata College, Luke, currently a student at Lebanon Valley College, a brother, James Borden of Rosemont, PA, and a sister Patricia Harley of Rosemont, PA. Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Thursday 5-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday at 10:00 AM at Holy Child Catholic Church, with Fr. Jacek Bialkowski, celebrant. Burial will follow in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Peggy's memory may be made to Mansfield High School Athletics 73 W. Wellsboro St. Mansfield, PA 16933.   Star Gazette – February 6, 2013

 

BOUCHER, Nancy B. - Nancy B. Confer, 77, of Wellsboro, died on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2016. She was born on Feb. 24, 1939, in Coudersport , a daughter of the late Ernest and Alice (Kriss) Boucher and was the wife of the late Harold Confer. Nancy loved her cats and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by four daughters, Barb Confer of Wellsboro, Valerie Stilwell of Warren, Chris (Kevin) Mattison of Middlebury Center, Erin (Bill) Driscoll of Port Charlotte, Fla.; grandchildren, April (Joe) Wilson, Emily Clark, Seth Clark, Maleah Stilwell, Brandy (Eric) Massey, Noah Mattison, Baillee (Derrick) Priset, Tyler Confer, Lucas Losinger, Gabby Losinger, Bella Driscoll, Lexie Driscoll, great-grandchildren, Brooke, Trista, Reagan, Ava, Kyle, Josh, Logan, Jaclyn, Danica, Delilah, Christopher, Brooke, Camy, Dayton, Kayden; brother, Ernest (Karilyn) Boucher of Coudersport, and three sisters. Visitation will be held on Friday, Nov. 18, from 1 to 2 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., Wellsboro. www.carletonfh.com A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m., with the Rev. Peter A. Devantier officiating. Interment will be in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield -  Mansfield Gazette, 23 November 2016
 

 

JAMES L. BOWEN, 83, of Wellsboro, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018.
He was born Sept. 18, 1935 in Wellsboro, the son of Howard and Alberta (VanOrder) Bowen. He was the husband of Janice (Strong) Bowen of Wellsboro and they shared 67 years of marriage together. Jim owned and operated his own farm and masonry business for over 25 years, prior to his retirement. He was a member of the You Climb Hunting Club and enjoyed being outdoors. He took great pride in family values and loved spending time with his grandchildren. Jim will be remembered by family and friends as a hardworking man with a great sense of humor. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Janice, of Wellsboro; sons and daughters-in-law, Jerry & Susan Bowen and Jeffrey and Deborah Bowen, both of Wellsboro; daughter-in-law, Jeannette Knapp of Wellsboro; five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren and five step-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and many dear friends. In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his son, Jamie H. Bowen, and three siblings, Ransom, Gary and Nancy. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to a local charity of the donor's choosing. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Thursday, Nov. 15, from 1-2 p.m. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Ltd., 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Jim's funeral service will immediately follow at 2 p.m., with Pastor Sandi Hemker officiating. Burial will take place in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. –Wellsboro Gazette 11/16/2018

BOWEN, Neil Lee - Neil Lee Bowen, age 83, of Floral City, FL and Wellsboro, PA passed away at his home in Florida on January 30, 2019.  Neil was born on July 20, 1935 in Wellsboro, PA to the late Clark David and Mildred Ruth (Edwards) Bowen.  He graduated from Charleston High School and earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Dairy Science from Penn State University. While at Penn State, he received the Clyde Hall Award for being the top dairy student of the year. He was a prominent Dairy Farmer, raising purebred registered Holstein cattle from 1957 until his retirement in 1991. Neil was a member of the former Welsh Settlement Church; AAA; AARP; the North Central Agricultural Authority; the National Holstein Association; the Pennsylvania Holstein Association; DHIA; Loyal Order of Moose; Dairy Shrine Club; Dairylea Cooperative; and the Wellsboro Jaycees. He held committee positions with Agway and the extension service. Neil was President of the Pennsylvania Holstein Association from 1973-74. He helped many 4-H judging teams and was a popular judge for many cattle shows in various states from 1967-1976. He received the Pennsylvania Young Farmer Award from the Wellsboro Jaycees in 1976. On June 16, 1957, Neil married Marlene (Torpy) with whom he shared 61 years of marriage. After retirement, he and Marlene became Florida “Snowbirds” with plans to become permanent Florida residents this year.  He attended worship services at the First Presbyterian Church of Inverness. Neil’s hobbies included golf, hunting, and playing cards with friends. He took numerous fishing trips to Lake Ontario Canada, New Jersey, and Maryland. He and Marlene traveled in their motor home to 47 of the lower 48 states and took vacations to Alaska and Hawaii. Travelling the world on 8 different cruises, Neil and Marlene renewed their vows onboard in the captain’s quarters to celebrate their 50th Anniversary in 2007.  In addition to his wife Marlene and his older brother Glenn, Neil is survived by his two daughters: Rhonda Bowen of Germany and Marcia Bowen of Orlando, FL, along with numerous nieces and nephews and their children. Cremation services were provided by Chas E. Davis Funeral Home with Crematory in Inverness, Florida. Neil’s urn will be laid to rest at Tioga County Memorial Gardens in Mansfield, PA under the direction of Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home. There are no graveside services scheduled. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.  – Mansfield Gazette, 7 February 2019

KENNETH L. “Tucker” HOOVER SR., age 84, of Stevensville, PA passed away on Saturday morning, June 20, 2020 at the Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Kenneth was born in Terrytown, PA on June 3, 1936 one of nine children of the late Ferdinand and Mae Pierce Hoover. He grew up on Terrytown Mountain on Norway Ridge Road. He worked as a logger his entire life since he was a teenager. Tucker was employed with Preston Logging for many years. He then started his own logging business and was the owner/operator until his retirement in 1998. Tucker enjoyed hunting and fishing, particularly his trips to Canada and New York State. He loved to spend time with his family, especially for the Holiday Dinners. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Susan D. Lane Hoover of Stevensville, PA; his children, Kenneth Hoover, Jr.. and his wife, Pat, of Towanda, PA, Dale Hoover of Franklindale, PA, Keith Hoover of Wysox, PA, Anna Abney and her husband, Matt, of Texas, and Quentin Hoover and his wife, Maria, of Stevensville, PA; 11 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; his siblings, Bernard Hoover and his wife, Virginia, of Wyalusing, PA, Robert Hoover and his wife, Barb, of Wyalusing, PA, Harry Hoover of Wysox, PA, and Martin Hoover and his wife, Sara, of Tennessee; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Rick Hoover (d. 2019), and his siblings, Richard Hoover, Aria Hoover, Margaret Hoover, and Belle Hoover. A Funeral Service for Kenneth will be held on Friday, June 26, 2020 at 2:00 PM from the Sheldon Funeral Home, 155 Church St., Wyalusing, PA with Reverend David Dewing of the Stevensville Presbyterian Church and the Camptown Community Church officiating. Interment will follow at the Stevensville Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Friday, June, 26, 2020 from 1:00 PM until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the H.O.P.S. Ambulance Association, c/o Peggy Coleman, 4001 Sugar Cabin Road, Rome, PA. -Funeral home obit

 

LEWIS J. BOYCE, 75, of 70 Muck Road, Wellsboro, died Friday Dec. 3, 1999 at Robert Packer Memorial Hospital, Sayre.  He was the widower of Thelma V. Howe Boyce, who died April 19, 1993.  He was a mechanic and driver for the former Taynton Freight System for more than 20 years retiring in 1985.  He was a life member of V.F.W. Lodge 4907, a member of the American Model Association and Mountain Model Airs.  He was a World War II Army veteran in the European Theatre in an artillery unit.  He was an avid hunter and fisherman.  Born March 9, 1924 in Wellsboro he was a son of John and Martha Mays Boyce.  Surviving are three daughters, Virginia DeWitt of Gang Mills, Thelma Wickman of Blossburg and Margaret “Peg” Strait of Wellsboro; three sons, Lewis Jr. and Michael, both of Mansfield and Joseph of Stroudsburg; three brothers, Edward of Grand Rapids, Mich., Richard of Wellsboro and Jerry of Spring Hills, Fla.; two sisters, Evelyn Connelly of Wellsboro and Barb of West Virginia; 28 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by two sons, Gregory Boyce and Richard Radda.  The funeral will be at 22 a.m. Tuesday at Tussey-Mosher’s, 139 Main St. with the Rev. LaVerne Holliday officiating.  A private burial will be held at Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday.  –Elmira Star Gazette.

BRADLEY, FAYETTE C. (SRGP 8717)   Fayette C. Bradley, age 74, of Mansfield, RD 2, died Monday October 19, 1970, at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital.  Funeral services were held at the Shaw and Robena Funeral Home on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m..  The Rev. Orrey Crippen officiated.  Burial was in the Tioga County Memorial Garden.  Survived by wife, Bernice L. Bradley; daughters, Mrs. Alice Wilson, Mrs. Genevieve Hunt, both of Elmira, Mrs. Sharon Hughes of Syracuse, Mrs. Jean Siebbel of England, Mrs. Geraldine Hardy of Maryland, Mrs. Sabra Chamberlain, Miss Susan Bradley, both of home; sons, Clair Bradley and James Bradley both of Mansfield; sisters, Mrs. Genevieve Jackson of Newark Valley, N.Y., Mrs. Sabra Smith of Carbondale, Pa.; 22 grandchildren.

BRADY - MRS. SAMUEL E. MITCHELL
 Mrs. Lillian G. Mitchell, 57, of Mansfield RD 1, died November 1, 1972 in Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro. She was born June 5, 1915 in New York City, the daughter of William and Helen Posenberg Brady.  She was a member of the Mary Wells Chapter, Order of Eastern Star and the Trinity Lutheran Church, both of Wellsboro. She is survived by her husband, Samuel E. Mitchell; three daughters, Mrs. Diana Murray of Staten Island, NY, Mrs. Ada Boyce of Mansfield RD 1 and Mrs. Patricia Rudinski of Blossburg; a son, Lawrence J. Mitchell of Wellsboro; two sisters, Mrs. Helen Carroll of Delaware and Mrs. Eleanor Cannon of California; three brothers, Frank, John and James Brady all of Staten Island; nine grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday at 3:30 pm at the Tussey Funeral Home, the Rev. Roger Kohn officiating.  Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.

BRENNAN –IRENE S. THOMAS age 78, of 33025 Hillview Dr., Big Flats, August 20, 1986 at home.  There will be no calling hours.  A memorial service will be held Friday, 11 am at the Big Flats United Methodist Church.  The Rev. Paul of Methodist Church.  The Rev. Paul Mills officiating.  Burial, Tioga Count Memorial Gardens.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Big Flats United Methodist Church.  Survived by ; daughters, Mrs. Leo (Joan) Hafer of Big Flats, Mrs. David (Shirley) Swartz of Freemont, CA; 1 sister, Sarah Howe of Philadelphia; 6 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased in 1981 by a daughter, Lois Wyckoff.  She was born October 27, 1907 in Philadelphia the daughter of Walter R. and Cora Koch Brennan.  She was married to the late Roy W. Thomas.  She was a member of the Big Flats United Methodist Church and the Big Flats Senior Citizens.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/21/1986  

BREWER, Erma Jean (SRGP 37322) - Erma Jean Frank, 79 of Millerton, passed away peacefully at her home with loved ones at her side following declining health on Friday, July 15, 2016. Born on Nov. 20, 1936, in Elmira, N.Y.; Erma was the daughter of the late, Joseph and Grace Smith Brewer. She married her best friend, Glenn Frank on Dec. 18, 1953, in Millerton and together they raised a large loving and close knit family. Erma was employed for many years at A&P Foods, never losing sight of the importance of being a meticulous homemaker and loving mother to her children. Erma also operated the Mansfield X Trail Restaurant on Rt. 6 with her husband and daughter, Donna. Surviving are her loving family, husband and companion of 62 years, Glenn Frank; their children, Jean (Les) Turner of Sayre, Donna (Greg) Comfort, Glenn (Gail) Frank, James (Doreen) Frank, all of Millerton; son-in-law, Jack Blagg of Arizona; 42 grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister, Rose Mary Seeley; brother, Joseph Brewer; sisters-in-law, Jean (Vern) Doud, Pat Alden; brother-in-law, Larry Obrian; nieces, nephews, and many wonderful friends. In addition to her parents, Erma was predeceased by a daughter, Sherry Blagg; sisters, Judy Ann Brewer, Agnes Obrian; a brother-in-law, Dean Frank. Family and friends will be received at the Millerton United Methodist Church, Sunday, July 17, between the hours of 2 and 5 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 5 p.m. with interment on Monday, July 18, at 1 p.m. in Tioga Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be directed to the Millerton United Methodist Church, 5443 Main St., Millerton, Pa. 16936 or Guthrie Hospice, 421 Tomahawk Rd., Towanda, Pa. 18848, in Erma's memory. -  Mansfield Gazette, July 20, 2016

 

BREWER –ERMA JEAN FRANK age 79 of Millerton, PA; passed away peacefully at her home with loved ones at her side following declining health on Fri. July 15, 2016. Born on Nov. 20, 1936 in Elmira, NY; Erma was the daughter of the late, Joseph & Grace Smith Brewer. She married her best friend, Glenn Frank on Dec. 18, 1953 in Millerton and together they raised a large loving and close knit family. Erma was employed for many years at A&P Foods, never losing sight of the importance of being a meticulous homemaker and loving mother to her children. Erma also operated the Mansfield X Trail Restaurant on Rt. 6 with her husband and daughter, Donna. Surviving is her loving family, husband and companion of 62 years, Glenn Frank; their children, Jean (Les) Turner, Sayre, PA; Donna (Greg) Comfort; Glenn (Gail) Frank and James (Doreen) Frank all of Millerton, PA; son-in-law, Jack Blagg, AR; 42 grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister, Rose Mary Seeley; brother, Joseph Brewer; sisters-in-law, Jean (Vern) Doud and Pat Alden; brother-in-law, Larry Obrian; nieces, nephews, and many wonderful friends. In addition to her parents, Erma was predeceased by a daughter, Sherry Blagg; sisters, Judy Ann Brewer and Agnes Obrian; a brother-in-law, Dean Frank. Family and friends will be received at the Millerton United Methodist Church, Sun. July 17, 2016 between the hours of 2-5 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 5 p.m. with interment on Mon. at 1 p.m. in Tioga Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be directed to the Millerton United Methodist Church, 5443 Main St., Millerton, PA or Guthre Hospice, 421 Tomahawk Rd. Towanda, PA in Erma's memory. –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/16/2016

 

BREWER - Kathryn B. Moore, 85, of Wellsboro, died Monday, Feb. 16, 2009, at Broad Acres. She was the wife of the late Wayne Moore who died June 7, 2003. Kathryn was born Sept. 24, 1923, in Wellsboro, the daughter of the late George and Leah Etner Brewer. She was a graduate of Wellsboro High School and was a homemaker. Surviving are daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Milton Sherman, their son and daughter-in-law, Clint and Carolyn Sherman, their children, Jasmine and Nick of Troy; daughter and son-in-law, Marcia and Doyle Thomas, their son and daughter-in-law, John and Tiffany Thomas, their children, Aspen and Casidy, all of Wellsboro, their son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Amie Thomas, their children, Kloe and Mason of Middlebury Center; daughter, Linda Putnam of Cordova, Tenn., her son, Wade Putnam, also of Cordova and her daughter, Jacquelyn Stanley of Concord, Calif. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Brent Wayne Sherman; sisters, Elizabeth Hyde and Janet Kendrick. Funeral services will be private with burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in her memory to the Broad Acres Health and Rehabilitation Center Activity Fund, 1883 Shumway Hill Road, Wellsboro, Pa. 16901. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a “Life Celebration Home,” 139 Main St., Wellsboro. - Mansfield Gazette, Feb. 18, 2009
 

BRIAN Helen E. Dean

age 93 of The Green Home, Wellsboro, PA, died on January 21, 2011 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital. She was born in Brockway, PA to James and Clara Brian on January 8, 1918. She attended Troy, PA schools and graduated from Charleston High School near Wellsboro in 1936. On May 7, 1939 she married Harland I. Dean and they celebrated sixty years together. Helen worked as a clerk at Mosher's 5 & 10 and Dunham's Department Store. She was a Girl Scout leader and a member of the First Baptist Church. Helen was a very special person who brought so much joy to her family and friends and will be sadly missed and never forgotten. Surviving are her son, Edward H Dean of Abingdon, VA; daughter, Delores A. (Daniel) Selleck of Punta Gorda, FL; sister, Ruth Morgan of Troy, PA; grandchildren: Dennis McMichael of Fabius, NY, Debra McMichael of Harrisburg, PA, Diane (Jeff) Wilson of Wellsboro, PA, Brian (Jennifer) Dean of Matthews, NC, Tara (Harrison) Flakker of Washington, DC, Michael (Tianna) Dean of Phenix City, Alabama and Jessica Dean of Fayetteville, NC; great grandchildren, Brock Driebelbies, Peyton Wilson, Summer McMichael, Hannah McMichael, Isabelle Dean, Anselm Dean, Harry Flakker, Claire Flakker and Tyler Dean; also several nieces and nephews. Helen was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Harland, in 1999, brothers Earl, Thomas John, Wade, George and Ronald, and sisters, Anna, Margaret and Maude. Friends and family are invited to Helen's Life Celebration on Tuesday, January 25, 2011 from 6:00-8:00 P.M. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home", 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. Funeral service Wednesday, January 26, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home with Rev. Eugene Charsky officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorials may be made in her memory to the First Baptist Church, 25 Central Avenue, Wellsboro, PA 1690  Star Gazette – January 24, 2011
 

BRIGHAM Jean - Jean (Brigham) Carlson, age 81, of Mansfield, PA died Thursday, July 10, 2008 in the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. She was the wife of the late Howard Carlson, Sr. Jean was born on January 9, 1927 in Tioga, PA, a daughter of Elmer and Evelyn (Jackson) Brigham. Jean graduated from Mansfield High School. She had been employed by Paper Magic. Jean enjoyed being a wife and mother.   Jean is survived by her son, Howard Carlson Jr. of Mansfield, PA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard; parents; two brothers, Allen Brigham, and John Jack Brigham; and a sister, Alwyn Owlett. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, July 15, 2008 from 6 to 8 PM at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will be held immediately following the viewing at 8 PM at the funeral home with Denny Garner officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charity of ones choice.  Published in the Star-Gazette from 7/12/2008 - 7/13/2008

 

BRION, Janice Elaine - Janice Elaine Johnson, 88, of Wellsboro, passed away at her residence on Sunday, January 28, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.  Janice was the wife of Walter N. Johnson, who preceded her in death September 9, 2011.  She was born February 9, 1929 in Liberty Township, PA, the daughter of the late R. Clair and Erma (Miller) Brion. In her lifetime Janice was employed as a bookkeeper, for various Wellsboro businesses.   In addition, she and her husband, owned and operated their own dairy farm for over 40 years. Janice was a member of Middle Ridge Grange and the Pennsylvania Young Farmers Association.   Janice loved to spend time with family, gardening, baking, and travel. After their retirement she and Walter spent many winters in Florida. She attended Draper Baptist Church, Ansonia CMA and Hollister Florida Baptist. Janice is survived by her two daughters, Colleen Johnson, Wellsboro, PA and Carol Ann Johnson (Craig Seig), Carlisle, PA; four sons, Victor Johnson (Sandi) Asheboro, NC, Max Johnson (Theresa Ritter), Wellsboro, PA, Brion Johnson (Janet), Camp Hill, PA, Michael Johnson (Jodi), Mechanicsburg, PA; fourteen grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; three great great-grandchildren; her brother, Arnold Brion (Carol), Mansfield, PA. In addition to her parents and husband, Janice was preceded in death by her sister, Jean Prince. A visitation will be held Saturday, February 10, 2018 from 9-11 am at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Memorial service to follow at 11:00 am with Pastor Ronald Hagy officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, at the convenience of the family.   In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org      or Second Chance Animal Sanctuary, 725 Gee Rd., Tioga, PA 16946. Local arrangements are entrusted to Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home. - Mansfield Gazette, 1 February 2018

 

BROCIOUS - VELMA G. HUBER
Velma G. Huber, 78, of Millerton RR 2, died Thursday, October 3, 1996 at her home. She was born on December 16, 1917 in Timblin, PA, a daughter of Osmer and Twila (Dinger) Brocious. Mrs. Huber attended the Roseville United Methodist Church. Mrs. Huber is survived by two sons and daughter-in-law, Robert Huber of Dundee, NY and Richard and Jayne Huber of Elmira, NY; three daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara Huber of Mansfield, PA, Connie and Hollis Berry of Salinas, CA, Kathy and William Locke of Roswell, GA; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brothers, Elwood Brocious of Brookville, PA, Don Brocious of Johnstown, PA, Gene Brocious of Brookville, PA; sisters, Alda Shick of Timblin, PA, Margie Wolfgang of Erie, PA; Dorothy Manley of New Bethlehem, PA, Peggy Yoke of Alexandria, VA, Ruby Smith of Erie, PA, Lois Stello of Pittsburgh, PA; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Ralph A. Huber, who died in 1993. Funeral services were held at the Scureman Funeral Home in Mansfield with the Rev. Dr. James Bellamy officiating and burial to be in Tioga Co. Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Millerton Fire Dept., Millerton, PA 16936. (TGR October 10, 1996)

 

BROCKWAY Esther V. VanZile

age 96, of Corning, died peacefully on Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Elcor Health Services with her family by her side. Born in Beaman, PA, she was the daughter of Zura and Ethel (Herald) Brockway.  She married Joseph Van Zile in 1934, who predeceased her in 1982.  Esther served her Lord and her community for many years.  She taught Sunday school, Corp Cadets at the Salvation Army, and after-school Bible Release.  She was a longtime volunteer at Founders Pavilion and at the Bath V.A. Hospital.  She then joined the Quackenbush Hill Baptist Church and her husband became a minister, serving in many churches.  Later she joined the Church of the Nazarene where she played the piano and taught Sunday school.  She loved to play the piano, knit, crochet, and make quilts.  She especially loved her trips to Canada.   She is survived by sons: Ronald (Ceil) VanZile of Lawrenceville, John VanZile of Corning;  daughters: Audrey (Arland) Wagner of Middlebury Center, PA, Joan (Marvin) Ross of Holley, NY; 19 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; 5 great, great-grandchildren; and daughter-in-law: Sandy Van Zile of Corning.  She was predeceased by her son, Thomas VanZile, and daughters, Lola VanZile Johnson and Carol VanZile Stage.  A memorial service will be held at Carpenter’s Funeral Home LLC, 14 East Pulteney Street in Corning on June 9, 2012 at 11:00AM with Rev. Allan Hulslander officiating. Burial will take place at Tioga County Memorial Gardens in Wellsboro.  Corning Leader – May 15, 2012
 

 ADRIAN J. BRONSON
 Adrian J. Bronson, 75, of Middlebury Center died Sunday, Jan. 14, 2001, at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.  Born May 15, 1925, in Lindley, N.Y., he was the son of Willard and Maybelle Whitmore Bronson.   He was the husband of Alberta Rice Bronson, whom he married Dec. 6, 1947.  He was a graduate of Covington School, class of 1942, and retired from Corning Inc., Corning, N.Y., after 50 years of service.   He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge #429, Canton, and Dads of Foreign Service Veterans, Mansfield.  He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during World War II, and also served in   the U.S. Air Force Reserve. Preceding him in death was one sister, Corabelle Frost, in 1997.  Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Alberta Rice Bronson; three sons and daughters-in-law, James and Judy Bronson of Mansfield, Ronald and Fonda  Bronson of Elkland and Kevin Bronson of North Carolina; five daughters and sons-in-law, Sharlene Clark of Lindley, N.Y., Carol and Jeff Heath of Wellsboro, Deb and Ray Miller of Wellsboro, Barb Nichols of Wellsboro and Karen and Bruce Bartholomew of Wellsboro; one brother, Dwight Bronson of  Wellsboro; two sisters and brother-in-law, Katy and Dick English of Wellsboro and Pauline Clark of Milton; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several  nieces, nephews and cousins.Calling hours were held Tuesday, Jan. 16, at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home,  Wellsboro. Funeral services were held there Wednesday, Jan. 17, with the Rev. Theodore  Brennan, his cousin, officiating.   Burial was made at the Tioga County Memorial Gardens.

BROUGHTON - Nila GrosJean, 91, died Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009, at Carleton Senior Care, Wellsboro. She was the wife of the late Robert B. GrosJean, who died March 11, 2000. Nila was born Oct. 28, 1917, in Morris, the daughter of the late James Adelbert and Alta May Breed Broughton. She was a valedictorian at Morris School, then continued her final two years at Wellsboro High School, where she graduated with high honors. She had been a clerk for the former English and Reed Hardware in Wellsboro and office manager for the former Reed's T.V. Cable in Wellsboro, retiring after 30 years of service. She was a member of the Wellsboro United Methodist Church, the Wellsboro BPW for many years and a Legion Auxiliary member in Lake Wales, Fla. Surviving are a son, Gerould (Cheryl) GrosJean of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; daughter, Sharon GrosJean of Tioga; three grandchildren, Arden K. (Peggy) Sears of Addison, N.Y., Jennifer (Tim) Nilsen of Wellsboro, Stephanie GrosJean of Watertown, N.Y.; five great-grandchildren, Sarah (Pete) Davidson, Katherine Sears, Dustin McUmber, Timmy Nilsen, Jarrett Nilsen; two great-great-grandchildren, Ethan and Jack Davidson; sister, Norma Heatley of Morris; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and granddaughter, Kimberly McUmber. Friends and family are invited to Nila's Life Celebration on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Funeral service will be on Sunday, Oct. 4, at 1 p.m., with Sherrie Butters officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.

BROWN -JULIA WAYNE (Brown) MILLER, 98, of Wellsboro, passed away Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020 in her home. She was born Dec. 26, 1921 to William and Katherine Brown in Lawrenceville. Julia married Frank S. Miller and together they raised a family of eight children. In addition to her parenting duties, she drove bus for the Wellsboro School District. Julia enjoyed puzzles and reading, and watching her programs on TV.
She is survived by a son, Michael Miller of Wellsboro; four daughters, Bonnie Miller of Wellsboro, Cheryl Confer (Robert) of Asaph, Deborah Shanley (Todd Kriner) of Wellsboro, and Wendy Watkins of Selinsgrove; a special niece, Cindy McLaughlin of Cowanesque; 13 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren. Julia was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two daughters, Lois Pope and Sandra Webster, a son, Larry Miller and a grandson, Korie Pope. Due to social concerns, the family has entrusted the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro, to arrange a private graveside service at Tioga County Memorial Gardens. -Wellsboro Gazette 11/25/2020

BROWN -OLIVE L. ELMES, age 88 of Westfield passed away on Monday, October 12, 2020 at the Green Home in Wellsboro. Born February 29, 1932 in Elkland, she was the daughter of the late Adelbert and Ruby (Bruce) Brown. Olive worked at Keystone Services in Elkland for many years and then as a bookkeeper for Tioga County until her retirement. She was a volunteer for the American Red Cross, loved going to the casino gambling and reading, but most of all she was all about her family. They came first above anything else. Olive is survived by her children, Marsha (Delwood) Bartle, Negaunee, MI, Laura (William) Losinger, Elkland and Scott (Marcella) Elmes, Westfield; 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marion L. Elmes on Feb. 5, 2020 and her brother, Melvin Brown. Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Saturday, 1:00 – 2:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 2:00 PM. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. -Funeral home obit

BROWN Robert D. "Bob" "Brownie" Age 62, of Tioga, PA, died on Friday, September 9, 2005, at Corning Community Hospital in Corning, NY. Bob was the husband of Susan (Farr) Brown. Born on April 14, 1943 in Emporia, Kansas, he was the son of Lloyd, R. and Beulah (Mousley) Brown. He was a telephone technician for Commonwealth Telephone Company retiring in February, 2002. Bob was a U.S Navy Veteran having served in the Vietnam War. Bob was an honorary member of the Tioga Volunteer Fire Department and the Tioga County Bass Anglers Association. He enjoyed fishing, racing go-carts and stock cars and was a team owner of a stock car. Bob is survived by his wife, Susan; a son-and daughter-in-law, Robert "Scott" and Jennifer Brown of Tioga, PA; daughter and son-in-law, Penny and Chip Krusen of Tioga, PA; and seven grandchildren, Kaitlyn Krusen, April Krusen, Connor Brown, Collin Brown, Taylor Krusen, Kendall Brown and Cameron Krusen; and a sister and brother-in-law, Beverly and David Flack of Iola, Kansas. His parents and a brother, Larry Brown, preceded him in death. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, September 13, 2005, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Wednesday, September 14, 2005, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 South Main Street, Mansfield, PA. Services will be held on Wednesday, September 14, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with The Rev. Douglas Hodge officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tioga Ambulance Association, P.O. Box, Tioga, PA 16946.

BRUGGER Arthur E.
Age 88, of Mansfield, PA, died Sunday, July 22, 2007, at his residence. Arthur was the husband of Bertha (Allen) Brugger for 33 years. He was born August 24, 1918 in Westfield, PA, a son of John and Katherine (Andrigg) Brugger. Arthur was a farmer until 1965 and was employed by Ingersoll Rand in Painted Post, NY for 27 years. Following his retirement, he was employed by Endless Mountain Transportation. He was a U.S. Navy veteran having served during WWII. He was a member of the Canisteo Legion and the Knoxville V.F.W. Arthur is survived by his wife, Bertha; a daughter and son-in-law, Judith and James Farman of Elkland, PA; two stepsons and daughters-in-law, James and Sue Austin of Troupsburg, NY, Roger and Linda Austin of Troupsburg, NY; five grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Juanita Brugger of Jasper, NY. Arthur was predeceased by his first wife, Arietta (Abbott) Brugger in 1972; a son, Gareth Brugger, December 11, 1998; brothers, Reed Brugger in 1940, Elwin Brugger in 2001, and Leon Brugger in 1961; and a sister, Edna Resue in 1973. Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA, is assisting the family. Services will be at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp., Wellsboro, PA  Published in the Star-Gazette on 7/24/2007.

BRYANT
Jesse J. (Red) Age 87, of Wellsboro, PA, died December 22, 2006 at Broad Acres Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was the husband of Marguerite Sampson Bryant, whom he married August 5, 1941. Jesse was born January 28, 1919 in Elmira, NY, the son of the late Jesse L. and Louise Grinnell Bryant. He was a graduate of Wellsboro High School, Class of "1936", a retired Nationwide Insurance agent, member of the Wellsboro United Methodist Church, and an Army veteran, serving during World War II in the European Theatre. Mr. Bryant loved fishing and farming, and enjoyed macramé and his plants. Surviving are his wife, Marguerite; daughters and sons-in-law, Sherroll (Denis) Jessen, Spring Hill, FL, and Pamela (Joseph) Davis, Wellsboro, PA; brother, Robert Bryant, Gainesville, GA; eight grandchildren, Brian Palmer, Lori Lynch, Sara Bowen (Mike), Jill Long (Brett), Jason Bryant, Alyssa Bryant, Kristin Alvarez (Michael), and Abby Mollett (Rob); and one great-grandchild. He was predeceased by his parents; a son, Dennis Bryant; and a sister, Cora B. Scranton. Friends and family are invited to Red's Life Celebration on Thursday, December 28, 2006, from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., at the United Methodist Church of Wellsboro, Main and Queen Streets, Wellsboro, PA. Funeral there on Thursday, December 28, 2006, at 12:00 p.m., with the Rev. Mark Shover officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made in Jesse's name to: Dennis Bryant Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o McArthur High School, 6501 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, FL 33024; or the Broad Acres Health and Rehabilitation Center, Shumway Hill Road, Wellsboro, PA 16901. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro, PA.

BUCHANAN - RUBY SHAW
Ruby L. Ripley Shaw, 86, of the Green Home, Wellsboro, formerly of Elmira, N.Y., died Saturday, Feb. 21, 2004. Born April 3, 1917 in Dadeville, Ala., she was the daughter of Charles E. and Elizabeth A. Stephens Buchanan. Ruby's Life Celebration with Father Joseph J. Manarchuck officiating, will be private. Burial will be made in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be sent to your favorite charity.

BUCHKO - FLORENCE RANDALL
Florence Buchko Randall, 79, of Mechanicsburg, formerly of Wellsboro, died Sunday, Nov. 14, 2004 at Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill. Born in Round Top, near Wellsboro, she was the daughter of Mary Kolesar and Michael Buchko. She was the widow of Donald L. Randall, who died Dec. 25, 1991. She was a graduate of Charleston High School, outside of Wellsboro. She worked as a telephone operator for Commonwealth Telephone Company in Wellsboro and also at Borden's Auto Parts, Dunham's Department Store, and The Wellsboro Gazette. She is survived by her son, Theodore Mark Randall and wife, Angela; daughter, Susan Randall Ellison and husband, William; grandchildren, Jessica Randall, Mark Randall, Tyler Elison, and Casey Ellison.  She is also survived by her sister, Agnes Buchko of Dallas, Pa.; sister-in-law, Peg Buchko of Wellsboro; many nieces and nephews. Friends and family are invited to Florence's Life Celebration on Wednesday, Nov. 17 from 6 p.m. t o 8 p.m. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Services will be held there Thursday, Nov. 18 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Albert Leonard officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Angel Flight East, 190 W. Germantown Pike, Suite 155, East Norriton, Pa. 19401. (800) 383-WING.

BUCHANAN Wilma M. Buchanan Hurd
81, of Wellsboro, died on Wednesday, May 12, 2010. She was born on June 11, 1928, in Coudersport, a daughter of the late Reva T. and Florence Eaton Buchanan. She was the wife of the late Harold H. Hurd. Friends may call on Saturday, May 15, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., Wellsboro, where funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Darwin "Tink" Cranmer officiating. Interment will be in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield. – Wellsboro Gazette, May 19, 2010

Wellsboro, Pa. — Wilma M. Buchanan Hurd, 81, of Wellsboro, died Wednesday, May 12, 2010.  Survivors include three sons, Tom Hurd of Waverly, N.Y., Stacy Hurd, of Avoca, N.Y., and Kevin Hurd of Crystal River, Fla.; three daughters, Debbie Tucker of Conesus, N.Y., Jennifer Hoppe of Galeton, and Bonnie Wise of Rochester, N.Y.; and three sisters, Beatrice Springer and Hazel Yentzer, both of Coudersport, and Dorothy Cook of Ariz. Calling hours are 10-11 a.m. Saturday at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., Wellsboro. Services will follow at the conclusion of calling hours are 11 a.m. Saturday, the Rev. Darwin Cranmer officiating. Burial will be in the Tioga Memorial Gardens, Mansfield.  Copyright 2010 The Corning Leader.

BUCHKO – Florence Buchko Randall, 79, of Mechanicsburg, formerly of Wellsboro, died Sunday, Nov. 14, 2004 at Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill. Born in Round Top, near Wellsboro, she was the daughter of Mary Kolesar and Michael Buchko. She was the widow of Donald L. Randall, who died Dec. 25, 1991. She was a graduate of Charleston High School, outside of Wellsboro. She worked as a telephone operator for commonwealth Telephone Company in Wellsboro and also at Borden’s Auto Parts, Dunham’s Department Store, and The Wellsboro Gazette. She is survived by her son, Theodore Mark Randall and wife, Angela; daughter, Susan Randall Ellison and husband, William; grandchildren, Jessica Randall, Mark Randall, Tyler Ellison, and Casey Ellison; her sister, Agnes Buchko of Dalla, PA; sister-in-law, Peg Buchko of Wellsboro; many nieces and nephews. Friends and family are invited to Florence’s Life Celebration on Wednesday, Nov. 17 from 6-8 PM at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Services will be held there Thursday, Nov. 18 at 11 AM with Rev. Albert Leonard officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Angel Flight East, 190 W. Germantown Pike, Suite 155, East Norriton, PA 19401. (800) 383-WING The Mansfield Gazette, 17 Nov. 2004, p.6A

BUCKINHAM - NINOMIYA Dolores V.
Age 70, of Lincoln Drive, Williamsport, PA, died December 4, 2007 at Valley View Nursing Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Arthur Ninomiya in 1977. Dolores was born May 7, 1937 in Elkland, PA, the daughter of the late William and Dorothy Johnson Buckingham. She was a medical records librarian for Dr. Francis Powers, Divine Providence Hospital in Williamsport. Dolores was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Williamsport, and was very active in her church where she served as secretary and sang in the choir. Surviving are brother, James (Alva) Buckingham, Coudersport, PA; several cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; two stepchildren, Arthur and Meesa. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and brother, William Buckingham. Friends and family are invited to Dolores's Life Celebration on Friday, December 7, 2007, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. Funeral to follow at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Rick Waters of the First United Methodist Church in Williamsport officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorials may be sent in her memory to the First United Methodist Church, 2 Ross Street, Williamsport, PA 17701.
Published in the Star-Gazette on 12/6/2007.

BURDICK -BEVERLY J. (Burdick) SMITH, 84, of Lawrenceville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan, 26, 2021, at home with family by her side. She married William L. Smith on Feb. 12, 1955, sharing 55 years of marriage, prior to William's passing in 2010. Born June 27, 1936, in Corning, N.Y., she was a daughter of the late Harold and Mildred (Pulver) Burdick. Described by family as the strongest woman in their family, Beverly was a strong-willed survivor who was as equally kind-hearted, known as the "community grandma" for anyone who was in need. She was an incredible homemaker for her family and family meant everything to her. She attended church services at the Middlebury Baptist Church and attended any Bingo games just as religiously. She enjoyed her games of chance and card games, often competing in Euchre, UNO, casino slot machines and many other games of chance. Beverly was not afraid to try new things, whether that be establishing a ceramic shop in her home, crocheting dresses for dolls and children or simply traveling/camping with her family. Her other hobbies and interests included gardening, collecting dolls, collecting rooster décor and watching a good wrestling match. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Alta Sherman, of Lawrenceville; seven grandchildren, Joyce, Chrissy, Sandy, William, Ricky, Brian and Bobby; 19 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren; son-in-law, Russell Valliere, of Connecticut; brother, Elwin (Alberta) Burdick, of Corning; sisters, Barb Wetherbee, of North Carolina, and Cathy Burdick, of New York; several nieces and nephews and many dear friends. In addition to her parents and beloved husband, Beverly was preceded in death by two daughters, Anna Marie Valliere and Diana Lynn Wetherbee; great-great-granddaughter, Jazlynn; son-in-law, Rick Sherman and three brothers, Don, Harold and Johnny. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Saturday, Jan. 30, from 10-11 a.m., at Wilston Funeral Home, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield. Beverly's funeral service will immediately follow the viewing at 11 a.m., with Pastor Jim Ellis officiating. She will be laid to rest next to her husband in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield. -Elmira Star-Gazette 1/29/2021

BURROUS -DOROTHY (Burrous) CLEVELAND, 86, of Wellsboro, passed away in her home surrounded by family Saturday Dec. 12, 2020. Born Aug. 4, 1934 in Galeton, to Carl and Edna (Zeaman) Burrous, Dorothy, was the first woman hired by Dresser of Wellsboro. On June 2, 1979 she married Dale T. Cleveland, with whom she shared 41 years of marriage. She was a Pentecostal Christian, and a member of the Wellsboro Moose. Dorothy enjoyed reading, camping, cleaning and loved dogs, especially Boston Terriers and Siberian Huskies. Dorothy is survived by her husband, Dale Cleveland of Wellsboro; two sons, Thomas Dale Cleveland (Beverly) of Wellsboro, and Kevin Eugene Cleveland of Wellsboro; a daughter: Tammy Hill (George) of Wellsboro; eight grandchildren, Michael Tubbs, Christie Tubbs, Drew Niles, Justin Cleveland (Andrea), Heidi Stephen (John), Catherine Cleveland, Stormy McKenna, and Eddie McKenna; 10 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Carl Burrous (Doris) of Potterbrook and Harry Burrous (Patricia) of Westfield and a sister, Carole Ann Simmons (Floyd) of Horseheads, N.Y. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Otto Burrous and four sisters, Irma Dibble, Doris Schoener, Julia Butler and Yvonne Keeney. Friends and family are invited to a graveside service at 1 p.m. Friday Dec. 18, at Tioga County Memorial Gardens Cemetery with the Rev. Darwin "Tink" Cranmer officiating. Her family has entrusted the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro with her arrangements. -Wellsboro Gazette 12/16/2020

BURROWS FRANKLIN R.
Funeral and committal services for Franklin R. Burrows R.D. 1 Tioga were held at the Kenyon Funeral Home in Elkland, Tuesday afternoon at 2 O’clock.
He was killed in a single car accident on route 49 in Tompkins (Lawrence Township) Saturday night, April 28^th, 1973. He was 28 years old.  The family received callers at the funeral home Monday afternoon and evening. The Rev. Gary Myer, pastor of the Tabernacle Baptist church, Tioga, officiated at the services. . Burial was made in Tioga County Memorial Gardens at Wellsboro.  Mr. Burrows was born in Wellsboro on August 22^nd, 1944 the son of Ernest and Eloise (Miller) Burrows. He is survived by the following; wife, the former Martha Mores; daughter, Paula Marie; sons, Franklin, Jr., Kenneth, Timothy, Scott and Brian, all at home; father, Ernest Burrows, of Lawrenceville; mother Mrs. Eloise Gardner of Corning, N.Y.; brother, Ernest, Jr. of Lawrenceville, sisters, Mrs. William (Shirley) Button of Lawrenceville, Mrs. Robert (Judy) Farr of Lawrenceville; Mrs. Charles (Iris) Bower of Tioga; Mrs. Arthur (Roxie) Miller of Elmira, N.Y.’ Mrs. Kenneth (Sandra) Cushing of Tioga and Mrs. Russell (Rose) Neally of Lawrenceville.  Also surviving are; step-brothers, Adam and Anthony Burrows of Lawrenceville; step-sisters, Kimberly, Kathleen, Christine and Rebecca Burrows, all of Lawrenceville; paternal grandparents, Mr. And Mrs. Manuel Burrows of Tioga Junction; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Katherine Miller of Corning, N.Y., several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

BURROWS - William R. Burrows, 87, formerly of Mansfield, died Friday, March 9, 2007. William was born May 4, 1919 in Tioga, a son of the late Frank W. and Lula Ramdell Burrows. He was the husband of the late Lena Hager Burrows who diedin 1999. Mr. Burrows was a member of the Cherry Flats Baptist Church, the 55 Plus club and the Middle Ridge Grange. He was formerly employed as a maintenance man for Mansfield University. He is survived by three sons, David W. Burrows of Wellsboro, Russell Burrows of Lakeland, Fla., Jerald Burrows of Mansfield; and seven grandchildren. Viewing was held Tuesday, March 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Wilston Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield. Funeral services were held today, Wednesday, March 14 at the funeral home at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Keith Paris officiating. Interment will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Mansfield Gazette, March 14, 2007

BUSH - MRS. DOROTHY B. ROUSE
The Wellsboro Gazette - Thursday, 5 Jul 1973
Mrs. Dorothy B. Rouse, 53, of Middlebury Center, RD 2, mother of Mrs. Mildred Snell, died Saturday, June 30, 1973, in the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, shortly after she was admitted.  She was the widow of Andrew Rouse. Mrs. Rouse was born in DuBois on June 9, 1920, a daughter of George and Mildred Harper Bush. Surviving are two sons, Willard, of Middlebury Center RD 2, and Elmer, of Wellsboro RD 4; three daughters, Mrs. Mildred Snell, of Williamsport, Mrs. Martha Sutley and Mrs. Doris Kohler, both of Middlebury Center; five brothers, Harry, Joseph and Lawrence Bush, all of Corning, NY, Wallace Bush, of Lindley, NY, and Clifford Bush, of Olean, NY; five sisters, Mrs. Genevieve Losinger and Mrs. Geraldine Hand, both of Wellsboro RD 4, Mrs. Marjorie Longon, of Coudersport, Mrs. Beatrice Hurlburt, of Andover, NY, and Mrs. July Williams, of Corning, and four grandchildren. The funeral was held Monday afternoon in Wellsboro.  Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.

BUSS, Brenda Mae - Brenda Mae Langs, age 65, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 11, 2019, surrounded by her family at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. She married James E. Langs on June 19, 1992 and they shared over 26 years of marriage together. She was born on January 22, 1954, in Wellsboro, the daughter of the late Carl and Helen (Newcombe) Buss. Brenda was a true caregiver, not only as a wife, mother, and grandmother, but also as a Registered Nurse who specialized in hospice care. She took great pride in assisting and comforting families through hospice and home health care. She was a member of the God’s Family Fellowship Church of Wellsboro, where her passion for music allowed her to play piano and sing with the worship team. She was a graduate of Wellsboro High School, completed undergraduate studies at Robert Wesleyan College, Rochester, NY, and obtained her bachelor of science in nursing from Corning Community College. Brenda enjoyed the outdoors, camping with family & friends, but most importantly, spending time with her children and grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by family and friends for her selfless, caring, and nurturing personality. Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband, James E. Langs, of Wellsboro; son, James E. Langs II (Samantha), of Cameron Mills, NY; daughter, Brittany M. Langs (William), of Wellsboro; step-daughters, Robin Mast, of Wellsboro, Tammy Langs, of Wellsboro, and Kara VanBuskirk (Terry), of Winfield, PA; six grandchildren, Kaiden, Daxton, Ryan, Mitchell, Madison and Dawson; one great grandson, Leo; brother, Carl Buss (Carol Anne), of Warrenton, VA; sister, Carol Cavanaugh (Skip), of Wellsboro; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and many dear friends. In addition to her parents, Brenda was preceded in death by her son, Jason Tenny Langs, her great-niece, Callie Anne Cavanaugh, and her mother-in-law & father-in-law, LaVerne and Elizabeth (Drew) Langs. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Brenda’s name to the Callie Cares Fund, 1770 McConnell Dr., Williamsport, PA 17701, in memory of her great-niece. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Wednesday, April 17, 2019, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Ltd., 139 Main Street, Wellsboro. Brenda’s funeral service will immediately follow visitation at 1:00 p.m., with Pastor Joe Wagner officiating. Burial will be held in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield.– Mansfield Gazette, 18 April 2019

BUTLER Charlotte O
Wellsboro Gazette - March 7, 1990
Charlotte B. Lundgren, 88, of 15 Grant St., Wellsboro, died Friday, March 2, 1990 in the Carleton Nursing Home. Born April 28, 1901, in Marsh Creek, she was the daughter of Wilbur and Phoebe Mason Butler. She was a retired employee of the former Corning Glass Works, Wellsboro Division, for 38 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Wellsboro. Preceding her in death was her husband. Carl Lundgren, in 1959; and a granddaughter, Joy Dodge, in 1969. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Elsworth (Jean) Rumsey, Wellsboro; brother, Rex Butler, Williamsport; three grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and one great greatgrandchild Services were held Monday, March 5, at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro, at 11 a.m. Rev. Ronald Gnmley officiated. Burial was made at the Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church , Wellsboro.