MICHAEL M. MACK, age 26 of Lawrenceville RD 1, PA, Saturday January 31, 1970.  Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland, PA, Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral there Tuesday at 2 p.m., the Rev. Gary Myer officiating.  Burial in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  Survived by wife, Sharon; sons, Michael Robert and Ricki Lynn, both at home; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Mack of Tioga, PA; sisters, Mrs. Mac Crawford of Germany, Mrs. William Healey of Nelson, PA, Mrs. Bruce Cole of Tulsa, Oklahoma.  He was a member of the Knoxville Fire Department, Lawrenceville Fire Department, the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge No. 746, Elkland, PA and the Southern Tier Legion of the Moose. –Elmira Star Gazette.

 

MACOMBER –CHARLOTTE (MACOMBER) DANDOIS, 92, of Troy, PA, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at Troy Community Hospital surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of the late G.F. Dandois who passed away December 5, 1985. The couple married October 18, 1945 and had 40 happy years together. Charlotte was born on September 20, 1923 in Keene, NH, daughter of the late Charles and Lorinsa (Cummings) Macomber. Charlotte served her country as a nurse in the Army Air Corps. During World War II. She was a member of the Roseville United Methodist Church, Troy American Legion Post # 49, and the Mansfield chapter of TOPPS. Her hobbies included baking, cross word puzzles, playing all sorts of games, and traveling with her husband. Charlotte is survived by her children: Stephen (Patsy) Dandois of Covington, GA, Bart (Anne) Dandois of Livermore, CO, Patrick Dandois of Troy, PA, Lucie (Keith) Boyd of Raleigh, NC, Helen Dandois of Troy, PA, and Faith Dandois of Grayling, MI, her grandchildren: Sheila, Stephanie, Sally, Rebecca, Amy, Katie, John, Scott, Michael, Jeffrey, Faith, Ethan, and Brian, her great grandchildren: Alana, Gavin, Katie, Nikki, Alex, Dylan, Kendra, Macy, Dustin, Rory, Sammy, Elliot, Nate, and Owen, her great-great grandson David Lee, her brother-in-law John Dandois, several nieces and nephews, and all her “adopted children of the neighborhood. Charlotte was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her daughter Kathleen Dandois, grandson Richard Dandois, daughter-in-law Leonila Dandois, and grandson James Doyle. Family and friends are welcome to call from 12:00-1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at the Gerald W. Vickery, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. 1093 West Main Street Troy, PA. The service to honor Charlotte’s life will be held at the conclusion of the viewing at 1:00 on Saturday, January 16th at the funeral home with her pastor, Rev. Timothy Parker officiating. Burial will follow in Tioga County Memorial Gardens with military honors given by the Troy Veterans Honor Guard. Memorial contributions made be made in Charlotte’s memory to the Troy Vet’s Club, 1830 Veteran’s Drive, Troy, PA There's still time to send flowers to the Funeral Service at the Gerald W. Vickery Jr. Funeral Home at 1:00 PM on Jan 16, 2016. –Towanda Daily Review 1/8/2016

 

 

MAHOSKY –MARTHA M. THOMPSON, Jan. 1, 1927-July 21, 2014, 87; predeceased by husband, Robert G. Thompson April 23, 1997, siblings; Rose, Josephine, Anna Theresa, John, Walter. Survived by 10 children; Chester Mahosky (Gladys), Richard Thompson (Roberta), Robert Thompson Jr., Regina Thompson, Marie Mattison (John), Leonard Thompson (Sylvia), Elroy Thompson (Brenda), all of Arnot; Irene Deffenbaugh, AL., Linda Bloom (William), Hyde, and Mike Thompson (Lynn), Blossburg; grandkids 14 and 15 great-grandkids; brother Stanley Mahosky, Wellsburg, NY, sister, Mary Baker, Wellsboro. Friends and family may call Thursday July 24 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Freeberg Funeral Home, Blossburg. A prayer service will follow at 1 p.m. with Rev. John Kita. Interment will follow at Tioga Memorial Garden. –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/23/2014

GERALD W. MAKIN age 38 of 3 Cole St., Wellsboro, Pa., Tuesday November 22, 1977 at Soldier’s and Sailor’s Memorial Hospital.  Friends may call at the Tussey Funeral Home Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral services there Friday at 1:30 p.m. The Rev. C. Richard Beach.  Burial Tioga Co. Memorial Gardens.  Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 11/24/1977

MAKLEY Elwin C. Age 74, (SRGP 04625) of Route 6, Wellsboro, PA, died Monday, May 9, 2005. Elwin was the husband of Martha (Simpson) Makley. He was born on May 5, 1931 in Sullivan Twp., the son of Frank and Ina (Harvey) Makley. Elwin enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing, gardening, lawn care, and working at Harbor Counseling. He attended the Hillcrest Seventh Day Adventist Church. Elwin was a US Army veteran of the Korean War. Elwin is survived by his wife; two daughters and sons-in-law, Colleen and Sheldon Rolison of Roseville, Pa, Rose and David White of Wellsboro, PA; a son, Elwin Lee Makley of Wellsboro, PA; seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Grant Makley of Blossburg, PA, Lee Dale and Judy Makley of Mainesburg, PA, Olin and Judy Makley of Beaver, PA; and a nephew, Dave Makley of Wellsboro, PA. A daughter, Ina Jane Makley, preceded him in death. Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, May 12, 2005, from 6 to 8 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 at 8 p.m. at the funeral home, with the Pastor Michael Bernard officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp. The family suggests contributions may be made to the family to assist with expenses.

MAKLEY – Ina Jane Makley, one-day-old daughter of Elwin and Martha Simpson Makley, of Covington RD1, died Sunday, April 4, 1976, in Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, where she had been transferred following birth Saturday in Williamsport Hospital Surviving, besides her parents, are her maternal grandparents, Frank Makley and Mrs. Ina Payne, both of Covington RD1; her maternal grandmother, Mrs. Leah Strait of Corning, NY; and her maternal step grandmother, Mrs. Orlando Simpson of Elkland. A private funeral was held at 1 PM Wednesday at the Kuhl Funeral Home, 18 North Main Street. Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro RD. The Rev. Wayne Owen, pastor of area Seventh-day Adventist churches, officiated. – Wellsboro Gazette, 15 April 1976, p.24

INA JANE MAKLEY
 Ina Jane Makley, one-day-old daughter of Elwin and Martha Simpson Makley, of Covington RD 1, died Sunday, April 4, 1976, in Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, where she had been transferred following birth Saturday in Williamsport Hospital. Surviving, besides her parents, are her maternal grandparents, Frank Makley and Mrs. Ina Payne, both of Covington RD 1; her maternal grandmother, Mrs. Leah Strait, of Corning, NY, and her maternal step-grandmother, Mrs. Orlando Simpson, of Elkland. A private funeral was held at 1 pm Wednesday at the Kuhl Funeral Home, 18 North Main Street.  Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro RD. The Rev. Wayne Owen, pastor, will officiate.

MANEVAL - HOTCHKISS Doris Irene (Maneval)
age 88, of Manfield, PA died on Monday, November 2, 2009. She was born on December 26, 1920 in Blossburg, PA, a daughter of the late Harry J. and Leda S. (Miller) Maneval. She was the wife of the late Carl L. Hotchkiss. Doris was a member of the Wellsboro United Methodist Church. She was a registered nurse working in Greensburg, PA for 20 years and as a night supervisor at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. Mrs. Hotchkiss is survived by a son, David E. Hotchkiss of Lawrenceville, PA; daughter, Debra Sue Dietrich of Mansfield, PA; brothers, Chester Maneval and Clair Maneval both of Williamsport, PA; sister, Shirley West of Montgomery, PA; 3 grandsons; a step granddaughter; and two step great grandsons. She was predeceased by three brothers. A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 6, 2009 at 1:00 PM at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., Wellsboro, PA with the Rev. Marian E. Hartman officiating. Interment will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA.  Published in Star-Gazette on November 4, 2009

MANUEL, Wallace D. – Wallace D. Manuel, 78, of Wellsboro RR 5 died Friday, Aug. 11, 2000, at home. Born Oct. 22, 1921, in Philadelphia, he was the son of Loren W. and Viola [Hancheck] Manuel. He was a World War II veteran serving with the U.S. Army in the European Theater of Operations. He was well known as “Whistling Wally Bird.” He was married on Oct. 6, 1945, to Ethel [MacKinney] Manuel and had celebrated 55 years of marriage last October. He was formerly employed by Curtis Publishing Company of Sharon Hill. He and his wife open Ethel and Wally’s Luncheonette and Deli in Maple Shade, NJ. He was the former owner and operator of Wellsboro Natural Foods Center, Wellsboro. He was a lifetime member of the NRA and attended the Independent Bible Church of Wellsboro. Surviving are his wife, Ethel; two daughters and sons-in-law, Audrey M. and Kenneth Norton, of Browns Mills, NJ, and Cheryl L. and Stephen Garson of Bellmawr, NJ; five grandsons; one great grandson; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Calling hours were held Monday, Aug. 14, with David Bliss officiating. Burial was made at Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield. Memorial donations may be made to the Laurel Home Health Hospice, 24 Walnut Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901. – Wellsboro Gazette, 16 August 2000

MARBLE, William
William “ Bill” H. Marble, 68, of Covington, died Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2003 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. Born April 23, 1935, in Mansfield, he was the son of Earl and Olive Norwood Marble. He was the husband of Connie L. Belknap Marble. Surviving besides his wife, Connie are three sons, Ernie ( Diane) Marble of Mansfield, Robert ( Connie) Marble of Middlebury, Richard ( Priscilla) Marble of Covington; Three daughters, Billie Jo Holliday of Carlisle, Barbara ( Paul) Blowers of West Virginia, Debbie ( Charlie) Brown of Shinglehouse; 15 grandchildren; four great- grandchildren; a brother Lewis ( Claudia) Marble of Wellsboro; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Alberta Belknap of Mansfield and Charles Belknap of Covington. Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, Oct. 23 from noon until 2 p.m. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory and Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St. Mansfield. Services will immediately follow  the viewing at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. David Blowers officiating. Burial will be made at the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Mansfield Ambulance Association, Main St., Mansfield, Pa. 16933.

MARK, Inez G. - Inez G. (Mark) Coveney, age 97, of Painted Post, NY, formerly of Mansfield, PA, died on Friday, December 8, 2017.  She was born on October 24, 1920 in Loganton, PA, a daughter of the late George and Hazel (Fetter) Mark. Inez was the wife of the late George W. Coveney and was a member of the Whitneyville United Methodist Church.  She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law: Leonard “Mark” and Sally Coveney of Painted Post, NY and several nieces and nephews.  A viewing will be held on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 from Noon to 2 PM at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc.,  Wellsboro, PA.  Funeral services will follow at 2:00 PM at the funeral home with Pastor Sandi Hemker officiating.  Interment will be in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA. - Mansfield Gazette, 14 December 2017 

 

MARTIN - BARBARA HARRINGTON
Barbara J. Harrington, 71, of Wellsboro, died Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, at Broad Acres Health and Rehabilitation Center, Wellsboro.  Barbara was born Dec. 29, 1937, in Meadville, a daughter of Horace and June Hardy Martin. She was the wife of Wayne F. Harrington with whom she celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary on Sept. 24, 2009.  She graduated from Mansfield High School in 1955. Barbara was employed as a manager at the former Widman's Drug Store in Wellsboro. She was a member of the Canoe Camp Church of Christ. Barbara enjoyed doing word search puzzles and watching birds.  Barbara is survived by her husband, Wayne; a daughter, Martina Giese of Wellsboro; a son, Mark Harrington of Jacksonville, Fla.; three grandchildren, Kimberly (Michael) Pierce, Sarah (Christopher) Antienowicz, John Harrington of Jacksonville, Fla.; six great-grandchildren; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Ted and Mary Martin of Covington, Skip and Cathy Martin of Covington, Guy Robert and Cheryl Martin of Mansfield; a sister and brother-in-law, Sundae and Jack Reidy of Mansfield. She was predeceased by her parents and two brothers, John Martin and Tim Martin.  Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory and Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield. Funeral services will be held immediately following the viewing at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Township. Memorial contributions may be made in Barbara's memory to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, P.O. Box 4527, New York, N.Y. 10163.  Published in The Wellsboro Gazette from October 24 to November 3, 2009

 

MASCHO Scott A. Mascho, 63, [SRGP 89220] of Wellsboro, died Sunday, March 9, 1997, at home. Born Aug. 29, 1933, in Westfield, he was the son of John and Florence Roth Mascho. He was a life-long resident of Tioga County. He was employed at the Asaph Fish Hatchery. He enjoyed watching his grandchildren and area youth participate in Little League and other sports. He was a United State Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, where he received the National Defense Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal. Surviving are two sons, Steven A. Mascho of Wellsboro and Bruce A. Mascho of Mansfield; two daughters and a son-in-law, Cindy F. Mascho of Wellsboro and Pam J. & Sunny Scarborough of Wellsboro; two sisters and a sister-in-law, Dorothy & Leslie Davies of Knoxville and Betty and Harold Hoad of Clifton Springs, NY, a sister-in-law, Mary Mascho of Knoxville; seven grandchildren, Kristy, Shane, Eric, Seth, Ashley, Kyle, and David. Calling hours were held Tuesday, March 11, at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro. Funeral services were held there Wednesday, March 12. Burial was made in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Tioga County Unit, 5 East Ave., Wellsboro, PA 16901, or to the Wellsboro Little League, c/o Jackie West, RR3, Wellsboro, PA 16901. - Wellsboro Gazette, March 12, 1997

 

JOSEPH L. MATTIS JR., age 73, of Wellsboro, PA, died Sunday, June 11, 2017 at his home. He was born March 3, 1944 in Philadelphia, PA, a son of Joseph L. and Virginia Mattis. Joseph was head of the Maintenance Department at Soldiers & Sailors Hospital before his retirement. He was a U.S. Navy veteran. Joseph is survived by three daughters, Trina Pope of Osceola, PA, Marie (Bill) Woodring of Westfield, PA, Brenda Mattis of Clark Summit, PA; 2 brothers, Ray and Robert Mattis; 3 sisters, Diane, Michelle, and Debbie; 3 grandchildren, Ashley, Christina, Jersey; 3 great grandchildren, Riley, Jeremy and Sabastian. He was predeceased by his parents; a son, Joseph L. "Schmoe" "Joey" Mattis, III in January 2009 and a brother, David Mattis. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, June 16, 2017 from 11:00 A.M. to Noon at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield PA. Funeral services will follow at Noon. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA. –Funeral home obit 6/12/2017

 

MATTIS, Joseph L., Jr. - Joseph L. Mattis, Jr., age 73, of Wellsboro, PA, died Sunday, June 11, 2017 at his home.  He was born March 3, 1944 in Philadelphia, PA, a son of Joseph L. and Virginia Mattis.  Joseph was head of the Maintenance Department at Soldiers & Sailors Hospital before his retirement.  He was a U.S. Navy veteran. Joseph is survived by three daughters, Trina Pope of Osceola, PA, Marie (Bill)  Woodring of Westfield, PA, Brenda Mattis of Clark Summit, PA; 2 brothers, Ray and Robert Mattis; 3 sisters, Virginia, Michelle; 3 grandchildren, Ashley, Christina, Jersey; 3 great grandchildren, Riley, Jeremy and Sabastian. He was predeceased by his parents; a son, Joseph L. “Schmoe” “Joey” Mattis, III in January 2009, and a brother, David Mattis and a sister Diane. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, June 16, 2017 from 11:00 A.M. to Noon at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield PA.  Funeral services will follow at Noon with Pastor Harry Colegrove officiating.  Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA. - Mansfield Gazette, 15 June 2017 

 

MAYS Annabelle R. Kalmbach

68, of Wellsboro, died Friday, April 15, 2011, at The Green Home. She was born Sept. 22, 1942, in Wellsboro, the daughter of the late Benjamin Gordon and Minnie M. Snell Mays. There will be no services. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorials may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Association , 225 City Line Ave., Suite 104, Philadelphia, Pa. 19004. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main St., Wellsboro.  Wellsboro Gazette – April 17, 2011

 

BENJAMIN G. MAYS
Benjamin G. (Pete) Mays, 57, of Wellsboro RD 3, died Sunday, Dec. 9, 1973, in Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital following a lengthy illness. He was born Dec. 17, 1915, in Blossburg, a son of Benjamin and Annabell Long Mays. Surviving are his wife, the former Minnie Snell; a daughter, Mrs. Annabell Kalmbach, of Mansfield RD 1; a son, Gordon E., of Elk Run; three brothers, Earl, of Long Island, NY., Donald, of Eddystone, Delaware County, and Stuart, of Covington, and seven grandchildren. The funeral was at 1:30 pm Wednesday at the Tussey Funeral Home, Main Street.  Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro RD. The Rev. George S. Niles, pastor of the Antrim Baptist Church, officiated.

 

MAYS, Benjamin (Pete) Gordon, age 57, of RD 3, Wellsboro, Pa., Sunday, Dec. 9, 1973 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital following a lengthy illness.
He was born Dec. 17, 1915, in Blossburg, a son of Benjamin and Annabell Long Mays. Friends are invited to call at the Tussey Funeral Home, Tuesday 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services there Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Rev . George Niles officiating, burial Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Survived by wife, Minnie Snell Mays of RD 3, Wellsboro; daughter, Mrs. Annabelle Kalmbach of RD 1, Mansfield; son, Gordon E. Mays of Elk Run, Pa.; brothers, Earl of Long Island, N.Y., Donald of Eddystone, Pa., Stuart of Covington, Pa.; seven grandchildren.

 

MAYS - LORI ANN, THOMAS JAMES AND SCOTT TRAVIS MAYS
 MANSFIELD--The funerals will be Thursday for a member Tioga County woman and her two children who died Friday afternoon in a car-rig accident just south of Frederick, Md. Killed in an accident were Lori Ann Mays, 22, wife of Timothy M. Mays Sr., of 1411 Key Parkway, Frederick, and two of the couple's sons, Thomas James, 2, and Scott Travis, four months. Another son, Timothy M. Jr., was discharged Sunday from the Children's National Medical Center, Washington, DC, where he was taken after the accident.  The driver of the tractor-trailer truck also was treated for injuries. Mrs. Mays was born Feb. 11, 1969, in Montgomery County, a daughter of Walter and Jean Britz Proeger. She formerly lived in the Wellsboro and Mansfield areas. Thomas was born July 12, 1988, in Wellsboro, and Travis was born Feb. 16, 1991, in Frederick. Surviving Mrs. Mays, besides her husband and son, are her mother, Mrs. Jean Gleason, of Arlington, Texas; her father, of Pittston; four brothers, Walter Proeger Jr., of Fort Worth, Texas, Robert Proeger, of San Antonio, Texas, and John and Jake Proeger, both of Arlington, Texas; two sisters, Miss Irene Proeger, of Arlington, and Miss Tracy Proeger, of Scranton, and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Britz, in Alabama. Surviving the boys, besides their father and brother, are their paternal stepgrandfather and grandmother, James and Brenda Finnerty, of Mansfield; paternal grandfather, Gordon E. Mays, of Wellsboro; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Gleason; maternal grandfather, Robert Proeger; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Britz; paternal grandparents, Edward and Gwen Rice, of Mansfield RD, and paternal great-grandmother, Minnie Mays, of Mansfield. A fund for the family has been established by the Canoe Camp Church of Christ, Disciples, in care of Margaret Morgan, of Mansfield RD 3. The combined funerals will be at 2 pm Thursday at Scureman's 130 South Main Street.  Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp. Dennis Crumb, a friend of the family, will officiate. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 to 9 pm.

MAYS, Stuart C. Age 85, of Covington, PA, died November 19, 2004, at home. He was born December 6, 1918 in Blossburg, PA, the son of Benjamin and Annabelle Long Mays. Stuart was a retired carpenter and a WW II Army Veteran. He served with the 28th Infantry Division, Company B, 103rd Medical Battalion from Mansfield, at Normandy, Rhineland, Ardennes, and throughout Central Europe. Stuart is survived by four sons, David L. of Poplar Bluff, MO, Stuart B. of Mansfield, PA, John E. of Covington, PA, Cliffton E. of Mansfield, PA; three daughters, Esther M. Harer of Covington, PA, Lorraine Nearing of Wellsboro, PA, S. Patricia Smith of Covington, PA; a brother, Donald of Chester, PA; a sister, Diane Swain of Port Wentworth, GA; 20 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Sara in 1999. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home, 18 N. Main St., Mansfield, PA, Monday 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Services will be held there Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Sherry Good officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA.

McCONNELL, Russell A., 71, of Auburndale, Fla., formerly of Wellsboro, died at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 7, 1973, in the Winter Haven Hospital, Winter Haven, Fla.  His wife, the former Mabel Long, formerly lived in Jackson Twp., Lycoming County.  Mr. McConnell was a retired grounds superintendent of the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital.  Mr. McConnell was a member of the Auburndale United Methodist Church.  He was a past master of Osceola Lodge 717, F&AM.  Surviving, besides his wife, are a daughter, Mrs. Arthur Corey, and a son, Donald, both of South Hadley Falls, Mass., four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.  McNett, Liston L. (Joe), 83, of Wellsboro RD 3, died Tuesday, Dec. 25, 1973, at his home.  He was born in Leolyn, Tioga County, on March 2, 1890, a son of Perry and Sylvinia Griswold McNett.  Mr. McNett was a retired farmer.  Surviving are his wife, the former Libby Retty; two sons, Perry J. and Francis L., both of Mansfield; two daughters, Mrs. Francis Erway, of Little Marsh, and Mrs. Kenneth Doan, of Osceola; a brother, Morris, of Roaring Branch; a sister, Mrs. Sylvia Bohm, of Elmira, N.Y., 18 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.  The funeral was held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Tussey Funeral Home, 139 Main Street. Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro RD 3.  The Rev. James W. Garthoff, pastor of the Whitneyville United Methodist Parish, Officiated.

McCRACKEN - Esther McCracken Sherman, 82, of 2050 Green Mountain Road, Trout Run, died peacefully at her home on Saturday, March 13, 2010. She was born in Cogan House Township, Trout Run, on July 18, 1927, to the late Dempster McCracken and M. Evelyn Blair McCracken. Esther, along with husband Ben N. Sherman, operated Lakelawn and Parklawn Cemeteries and founded Tioga County Memorial Gardens. She was a graduate of Mansfield State Teacher's College and member of the Audubon Society. Esther loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter, tracker, trapper and angler. Esther was preceded in death by her husband, Ben N. Sherman and her sister Mary Wilson. She is survived by her five sons and daughters-in-law, Tim and Karen Sherman of Northeast, Md., Tedd Sherman, Tom and Bonnie Sherman, Ty and Helen Sherman, Todd Sherman, all of Trout Run; ten grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She is also survived by her niece Sally, wife of Mike Vaughn. In lieu of flowers the family suggests you may make donations to the charity of your choice. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, March 16, at 10 a.m. at Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main St., Wellsboro, PA. - Wellsboro Gazette, Mar.17.2010

 

McDONALD – James M. McDonald died Suddenly at S&S Hospital – The funeral was held Monday in Wellsboro for James Matthew McDonald, 58, of Wellsboro RD5, who died Saturday, August 21, 1976, in Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital. He was born Mary 19, 1918 in Nelson, a son of Edward and Kitty Mack McDonald. Mr. McDonald was employed by Commonwealth Telephone Co. He was a member of First Baptist Church. Mr. McDonald was a member of the Tyoga Country Club and Canyon Squares Dance Club. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Surviving are his wife, the former Glenora Odle; a son, Dr. John of Towanda; a daughter, Mrs. David Kin, of Milton; a sister, Mrs. Jasper Finch of Knoxville; two brothers, Robert of Elkland and Matthew of Corning, NY; and six grandchildren. The Rev. Richard E. Pu7rchase, his pastor, officiated. Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro. – Wellsboro Gazette, 25 August 1976, p12

 

MCDONALD -MARLENE J. (McDonald) BRUNDAGE, 75, of Tioga, passed away early Wednesday Nov. 18, 2020 in her home surrounded by family. She was born in Scranton to Joseph W. and Marjorie E. McDonald. When she was 12, her family relocated to Moscow, Pa. and she graduated from Moscow High School. On March 26, 1966 Marlene married Robert "Leigh" Brundage, with whom she shared 54 years of marriage. Together they owned and operated Brundage's Village Fashion Outlet and Sporting Goods in Tioga and Lawrenceville. Marlene was a member of the Trinity United Presbyterian Church in Tioga. She loved to shop, eat out and spend time with her friends. Marlene was a proud and supportive mother and a devoted and beloved grandmother, and she enjoyed BINGO, ceramics and bird-watching. Marlene is survived by her husband, Leigh Brundage; daughter, Dr. Tracy Brundage of Factoryville; and two granddaughters, Sophia and Olivia Brundage of Factoryville. In accordance with social masking and distancing guidelines, friends and family of Marlene are invited to pay tribute to her life from 4 - 6 p.m. on Sunday Nov. 22, and from 10 - 11 a.m. on Monday Nov. 23, at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro. A private funeral service will follow with a public graveside committal service at 12 p.m. at Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Those wishing to make a donation in her memory are encouraged to remember the Trinity United Presbyterian Church. PO Box 122. Tioga, PA 16946, or a local food pantry. -Wellsboro Gazette 11/20/2020

 

 McHENRY TINA LARKINS
Tina M. (McHenry) Age 37, of Elyria, OH, formerly of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, August 21, 2007. She was born on December 9, 1969 in Wellsboro, PA, a daughter of Edward L. McHenry and Bobbi (Rogers) Santacroce. Tina served in the US Navy for 5 years. She is survived by her father and stepmother, Edward and Cindy McHenry of Wellsboro, PA; mother and stepfather, Bobbi and Michael Santacroce of Painted Post, NY; son, Evan Larkins; daughter, Jade Larkins; brothers and sisters-in-law, Brett and Lynn Ann McHenry of Boiling Springs, PA, Bart and Stephanie McHenry of Crestwood, KY; sister, Julie Smith of Chandler, AZ; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends are invited to call on Friday, August 24, 2007, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., Wellsboro, PA. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 25, 2007, at the funeral home at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Alex Perednia officiating. Interment will be in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA. Memorial contributions for Tina's children may be sent to Edward McHenry, 283 Kelsey Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901. Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/24/2007.

MCKANE –DOROTHY MARIE ROSS age 82 died Wednesday, March 25, 1998 at the Green Home in Wellsboro, PA.  Mrs. Ross was the wife of Francis W. Ross Sr. for 64 years.  She was born on May 22, 1915 in Elmira, NY a daughter of Charles and Bessie E. Phillips McKane.  Mrs. Ross is survived by her husband, Francis, a son and daughter-in-law, Francis Jr. “Butch” and Barbara Ross of Roseville, PA; three daughters and sons-in-law, Margo and Bill Watkins of Columbia Cross Roads, PA; Francine “Peachie” and Leroy Burleigh of Roseville and Shirley Chilson of Roseville, 15 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, a step-brother, Robert R. Hemenway and a step-sister, Betty Hemenway Hill.  She was preceded in death by a daughter, Ruth Margaret Ross Beauman in 1982; two grandsons, Roy Chilson, Jr. in 1981 and Michael Beauman in 1990, a son-in-law, Roy Chilson, Sr. 1997.  Friends are invited to call on Friday, March 27, 1998 from noon to 2 PM at the Scureman Funeral Home, Inc., 130 S. Main Street, Mansfield, PA.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Eugene Charsky officiating.  Burial will be in Tioga Co. Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp., Wellsboro, PA.  Memorial contributions may be directed to Mansfield Ambulance Association, 381 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA or North Penn Home Health Agency, 520 Ruah St., Blossburg, PA.  –McKay Scrapbook

ERNEST T. MCKAY  (SRGP 08681)
Age 77 of RD 2, Mansfield, Pa., Monday, November 4, 1985 at home. Friends are invited to call at the Scureman Funeral Home, 130 South Main St., Mansfield, Pa., Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral at the funeral home, Thursday at 1 p.m., the Rev. Stephen Miller and the Rev. Raymond Valimont officiating. Burial Tioga County Memorial Gardens. The family will furnish the flowers. Those who wish may make donations to the Roseville Independent Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, the former Helen Makley; sons and daughters-in-law, Dale and Carol McKay of Lakeland, FL, Dean and Gloria McKay, Dennis and Joan D. McKay, C. Donald and Ginger McKay all of Mansfield; daughters and sons-in-law, Connie Johns of Mansfield, Bernice and Dick Johnston, Beatrice and Raymond Wood both of Gillett, Pa., Dawn and Jack Williams II and Belva McKay both of Mansfield, Sue and Kim Coval of Addison, N.Y., 24 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren;brother Harry of Mansfield; sisters, Mrs. Mary Wilston of Troy, Pa., Mrs. Mertle Strange of Mainesburg, Pa. and Mrs. Ruth Tice of Mansfield; several nieces and nephews. He had been an area dairy farmer and had worked on several local construction projects. He was born September 19, 1908 in Wheelerville, Pa to Eugene and Dora Hess McKay.

MCLAUGHLIN –ARLETTA W. (MCLAUGHLIN) CROMER, 80, of Wellsboro, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. She was married to Martin Mahosky for 25 years and Kenneth "Ray" Cromer for 17 years, both preceded her in death. Arletta was born October 20, 1936 in Williamsport, PA, the daughter of the late Howard and Viola (Soper) McLaughlin. Arletta was a true homemaker for her family. She loved cooking, baking, and playing Pinochle. She attended St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Morris Run. During her stay at the Green Home, she enjoyed special music, doing laundry, Bingo and learning new technology. Arletta loved spending time with her family. Surviving are her sons, Raymond Mahosky of Tioga, PA, Greg (Cecilia) Mahosky of Toledo, OH and Thomas (Theresa) Mahosky of Blossburg, PA; daughter, Theresa (John) Lamonski of Blossburg, PA; ten grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; brothers, Ken McLaughlin and Gerald McLaughlin of Montoursville, PA, Edward McLaughlin of Harrisburg, PA and Phillip McLaughlin of Abcott, NC; sister, Echo (Ralph) Ward of Corning, NY; several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husbands and parents, Arletta was preceded in death by, a son, Phillip; daughter-in-law, Linda; two brothers, William and Harold. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Green Home, 37 Central Ave., Wellsboro, PA. Arletta's family would also like to extend a special Thank You to all of her close friends at the Green Home. A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 19, at 2:00 P.M. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Ltd., 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. Rev. Bryan Wright will officiate the service. Family and friends are also invited to visitation one hour prior to service from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Burial will take place at Tioga County Memorial Gardens. –Elmira Star-Gazette 6/16/2017

McLAUGHLIN, Arlette W. - Arletta W. (McLaughlin) Cromer, 80, of Wellsboro, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. She was married to Martin Mahosky for 25 years and Kenneth “Ray” Cromer for 17 years, both preceded her in death. Arletta was born October 20, 1936 in Williamsport, PA, the daughter of the late Howard and Viola (Soper) McLaughlin. Arletta was a true homemaker for her family. She loved cooking, baking, and playing Pinochle. She attended St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Morris Run. During her stay at the Green Home, she enjoyed special music, doing laundry, Bingo and learning new technology. Arletta loved spending time with her family. Surviving are her sons, Raymond Mahosky of Tioga, PA, Greg (Cecilia) Mahosky of Toledo, OH and Thomas (Theresa) Mahosky of Blossburg, PA; daughter, Theresa (John) Lamonski of Blossburg, PA; ten grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; brothers, Ken McLaughlin and Gerald McLaughlin of Montoursville, PA, Edward McLaughlin of Harrisburg, PA and Phillip McLaughlin of Abcott, NC; sister, Echo (Ralph) Ward of Corning, NY; several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husbands and parents, Arletta was preceded in death by, a son, Phillip; daughter-in-law, Linda; two brothers, William and Harold. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Green Home, 37 Central Ave., Wellsboro, PA 16901. Arletta’s family would also like to extend a special Thank You to all of her close friends at the Green Home.  A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 19, at 2:00 P.M. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Ltd., 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901. Rev. Bryan Wright will officiate the service. Family and friends are also invited to visitation one hour prior to service from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Burial will take place at Tioga County Memorial Gardens. - Mansfield Gazette, 22 June 2017

MCNEAL –ERMA B. WILCOX, 61 of Canton died September 6, 1990 at home.  Mrs. Wilcox was born January 7, 1929 the daughter of William and Phoebe Hemenway McNeal.  She was a homemaker and a volunteer at the Canton Community Clothing Center.  She enjoyed her family, especially her grandchildren.  Mrs. Wilcox is survived by her husband, Clarence with whom she celebrated 43 years of marriage on August 1; three daughters and sons-in-law, Clara Mae and William Rusk, Grover; Mrs. Janet Fleming, Canton; Florence and Bruce Brown, Wyalusing; two sons and daughters-in-law, Hess and Gail Wilcox, Canton and William and Diane Wilcox, Canton; 10 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; three brothers, Lester McNeal, Jackson Summit, PA; Willis McNeal, Towanda and Glen McNeal, Blossburg; one sister, Mrs. Etta Porter, Canton RD 2; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was predeceased by a son-in-law, Gary Fleming on August 5, 1966 and by her sister, Emma Owen on July 29, 1990.  Funeral was held at the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home on September 8 with the Rev. Jasper Smith, retired Methodist minister officiating.  Interment was in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro.  Memorial donations may be made to the Canton Community Clothing Center in care of the Church of Christ or to the American Heart Association.

LISTON L. MCNETT
 Liston L. (Joe) McNett, 83, of Wellsboro RD 3, died Tuesday, Dec. 25, 1973, at his home. He was born in Leolyn, Tioga County, on March 2, 1890, a son of Perry and Sylvania Griswold McNett. Mr. McNett was a retired farmer. Surviving are his wife, the former Libby Retty; two sons, Perry J. and Francis L., both of Mansfield; two daughters, Mrs. Francis Erwy, of Little Marsh, and Mrs. Kenneth Doan, of Osceola; a brother, Morris, of Roaring Branch; a sister, Mrs. Sylvia Bohm, of Elmira, NY., 18 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. The funeral was held at 1:30 pm Friday at the Tussey Funeral Home, 139 Main Street.  Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro RD 3. The Rev. James W. Garthoff, pastor of the Whitneyville United Methodist Parish, officiated.

 

MIHALIK Irene Mihalik Maleck

93, of Tioga, died at the Green Home in Wellsboro, on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013, just 18 days short of her 94th birthday. Born on Sept. 30, 1919, in Budapest, Hungary, she was the daughter of Joseph and Anna Mihalik and came to the United States as a child in 1922. She met and married her husband of 71 years, Walter Maleck, while chaperoning a skating party in their hometown, Philadelphia. In addition to working as a bookkeeper, Irene started and co-owned a floral business, Maleck's Flowers, fulfilled freelance orders on custom metalworking bids (taken on by Walt), and helped her sister in another family business, Bauer's Candies. The Malecks lived in Philadelphia until 1983, at which time they moved to Tioga to be closer to their daughter. In later years, Irene particularly enjoyed classical music which reminded her of her talents as a violinist in her youth and providing for needy cats, a cause she had shared with her daughter, Martina Irene Johnson. Irene is preceded in death by both her husband, Walter Maleck and her daughter, Martina Johnson, both of Tioga. She is survived by her sister, Anna Bauer of Clearwater, Fla.; niece Donna Knauth of Clearwater, Fla.; son-in-law, Ronald E. (Laurie) Johnson of Tioga; grandson, Ronald W. (Heidi) Johnson of Julian; and her great-grandson, Kyle Gavin Frederick Johnson of University Park, State College. Other surviving relatives include Isabel Schmidt of Philadelphia and Emila Szucs of Budapest, Hungary. Irene will be reunited with her husband, Walter in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens Cemetery. A simple private service will occur at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the SPCA, 11765 Route 6, Wellsboro, Pa. 16901. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA, is assisting the family.   Wellsboro Gazette – September 20, 2013

 

MILLER - CAROLYN M. PRICE
Mrs. Carolyn M. Price, 66, of RD 1, Mansfield, died Thursday, April 7, 1988, at the Broad Acres Nursing Home in Wellsboro. Born Jan. 31, 1922, at Allentown, she was the daughter of George A. and Teresa Bauder Miller. She and her  husband were retired dairy farmers. Surviving is her husband, Lewis E. Price of RD 1, Mansfield; her father of West Pittston; her stepmother, Harriett Miller, also of West Pittston; a sister, Mrs. Irene Campbell of West Pittston; a brother, Walter E. Miller of Anaheim, Cal.; a half-brother, Russell G. Miller of West Pittston; a stepbrother, William Miller of York, and several nieces and nephews. Services were held Saturday, April 9, at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro. The Rev. Walter Grimley, associate pastor of the First Baptist Church of Wellsboro, officiated. Burial was made in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Township. The family provided flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to Broad Acres Nursing Home.

MILLER - HAMM
Esther Age 82 of Broad Acres Health and Rehabilitation Center, Wellsboro, PA, formerly of Tacoma, WA, died October 17, 2001 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro. She was born September 24, 1919 in Tacoma, WA, the daughter of the late George and Marie Miller. She was a retired seamstress and a former employee of the Green Home, Wellsboro. Surviving are Sons and Daughters-in-law, Marvin V. and Sharon W. Hamm, Middlebury Ctr., PA and Michael L. and Alice M. Hamm, Wellsboro, PA; Son-in-law, David L. Smith, Wellsboro, PA; Daughter-in-law, Joanne M. Hamm, Kentwood, LA; Brother and Sister-in-law, Henry and Helen Miller, Tacoma, WA; Sister and Brother-in-law, Molly and Arthur Archer, Tacoma, WA; 6 Grandchildren, Davida Dandrea, Wellsboro, PA; Kristen Coolidge, Mansfield, PA, Sarah Marrus, St. Louis, MO, Melanie Hamm, Kimberly Hamm, and Marlin Hamm Jr., all of Kentwood, LA; 3 Great Grandchildren, Richard Dandrea, Wellsboro, PA, Kaitlyn Robbins and Bryanna Robbins, both of Mansfield, PA; Several Nieces and Nephews. She was preceded in death by a Daughter, Edie Smith, in 1993, and a Son, Marlin W. Hamm, Sr. in 1991. Friends may call at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home", 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA on Saturday, October 20, 2001 from 1:00 - 2:00 PM. Funeral to follow at 2:00 PM with Rev. Thomas McElrath officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.

MILLER –EVA K. RICE, 91, of this borough died Sunday, Feb. 7, 1999, at Soldiers and Sailors memorial Hospital, Wellsboro.  Her husband, Floyd Rice, died in 1971.  Born Dec. 31, 1907, in Williamsport, she was a daughter of James and Katherine Miller.  Surviving are four sons, Larry, Ron and Robert, all of Mainesburg, and Paul of Hendersonville, N.C.; two daughters, Louise Dibble of Mansfield and Margaret Farr of Horseheads, N.Y.; a sister, Margaret Grimes of Mechanicsburg; 21 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.  A private funeral will be at Wilston’s, 18 N. Main St., Mansfield, with the Rev. James Bellamy officiating.  Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  –Williamsport Sun-Gazette.

MILLER  EVA K. RICE
MAINESBURG---Eva K. Rice, 91, of this borough died Sunday, Feb. 7, 1999, at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro. Her husband, Floyd Rice, died in 1971. Born Dec. 31, 1907, in Williamsport, she was a daughter of James and Katherine Miller. Surviving are four sons, Larry, Ron and Robert, all of Mainesburg, and Paul of Hendersonville, NC; two daughters, Louise Dibble of Mansfield and Margaret Farr of Horseheads, NY; a sister, Margaret Grimes of Mechanicsburg; 21 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. A private funeral will be at Wilston's, 18 N. Main St., Mansfield, with the Rev. James Bellamy officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.

 

MONROE Ronald W. Monroe Sr.

Ronald W. Monroe, Sr., 91, of Tioga, PA, died on Friday, March 2, 2012, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Jessie E. Cary, who survives, whom he married on June 2, 1945, in Westfield PA. Ronald was born September 28, 1920 in Ulysses, PA, the son of Alex J. Monroe and Kate Wallace Monroe. He was a farmer and also employed at Westfield Tannery. Ronald retired from Ingersoll Rand, Painted Post NY in 1972. Ronald enjoyed gardening and was a model steam engine and train builder. Surviving are 8 children, Gloria Jean (Fred) Keister of Lawrenceville, PA, Beatrice (Bill) Wilson of Tioga, PA, Ronald W. Monroe, Jr. of Tioga, PA, Susan (Daryl) Mundy of Hillsboro, NH, Keith (Dawn) Monroe of Tioga, PA, Barbara (David) Hoover of Kintnersville, PA, James Monroe of Tioga, PA, Roland (Lisa) Monroe of Painted Post, NY; 21 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren and 9 great-great grandchildren; also many nieces and nephews. Ronald was predeceased by his parents, 1 grandson and many brothers and sisters. Friends and family are invited to Ronald's Life Celebration on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 from 6-8 PM and Wednesday March 7, 2012 from 11 AM - 1 PM at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home", 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. Funeral services will follow at 1 PM at the funeral home with Pastor Joshua O'Neil officiating. Burial will be in Tioga Co. Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home", 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Ronald's memory to the Alzheimer's Association , 57 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1309 or The American Cancer Society , Tioga County Unit, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, PA 17701.  Star Gazette – March 4, 2012

 

MOORE, Christopher Lee – Christopher Lee Moore, 10-day-old son of Clair and Kathryn Welanta Moore, Jr., of RD 2, Millerton, died Saturday, Nov. 8, 1986, at St. Joseph Hospital at Elmira, NY. He was born Oct. 28, 1986 in Wellsboro. Besides his parents he is survived by a sister, Elizabeth Ann Moore, age 4, a brother, Perry Annen Moore, age 3; paternal grandparents, Clair and Iva Moore, Sr., of Wellsboro; and maternal grandparents, Francis and Kathern Walenta of Beaver Valley, NY. Graveside services were held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Tioga County Memorial Gardens with Rev. Paul J. Connor officiating. Arrangements by the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro. – Wellsboro Gazette, 12 November 1986

 

MOORE - Mrs. Frances A. O’Dell, age 61, Mansfield RD#1, died Jan. 1, 1976 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro. She was born Aug. 18, 1914 in Mansfield, a daughter of Samuel and Nora Rice Moore. Surviving are her husband Horace J. O’Dell; 2 sons, Bruce and Curtis, both of Cortland, NY; sister, Mrs. Florence Dodge, Lindley, NY; 5 grandchildren. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Mansfield and was the executive housekeeper at the Penn-Wells Hotel, Wellsboro, and had been for about 15 years. Private funeral service will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Kuhl Funeral Home, Mansfield. Rev. Richard Brenneman will officiate. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. There will be no visitation. The family will provide the flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. - Wellsboro Gazette, January 8, 1976.  MHS 1932

 

MOORE Patricia M. Boom

69, of Elkland, died on Wednesday, July 17, 2013, at her home.  She was the wife of Kenneth G. Boom, who predeceased her on July 21, 2011. Patricia was born Sept. 22, 1943, in Powellton, W.Va., the daughter of the late Charles and Virginia Moore.  She was a homemaker who enjoyed her family. Surviving are her son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth J. and Penny Boom of Wellsboro; son, Brian K. Boom of Berwick; daughter, Brenda Hiller of Elkland; six grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Friends and family are invited to Patricia's Life Celebration on Monday, July 22, from 10 a.m. to noon, at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Ltd., "A Life Celebration Home," 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Burial will follow at Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Wellsboro Gazette – July 18, 2013

 

MOORE,  Wayne
Wayne Moore age 83, formerly of Mansfield and Wellsboro, Pa, diedJune 7, 2003 at Bath VA Nursing Facility, Bath, NY. Born October 9, 1919, he was one of five children of the late Willis and Alice Winters Moore. Wayne was predeceased by a brother, Donald Moore; and grandson, Brent Wayne Sherman.. Surviving are his wife, Kathryn Brewer Moore of 105 Fellows Towns Apartments, Wellsboro, Pa; daughters and sons-in-law, Karen and Milton Sherman, Troy, Pa, Marcia and Doyle Thomas, Wellsboro ,Pa, and Linda Putnam, Cordova, TN. Also surviving are sister, Anita Speary, Wellsboro, Pa; and brothers Raymond Moore, 7 Lakes, NC, and Cecil Moore , Cincinnati, OH; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Tioga Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a “ Life Celebration Home,” 139 Main St. Wellsboro.

MORETZ – Anniebelle B. Galliher, 74, of 349 Sherwood Manor, Mansfield, died Saturday, January 26, 1980, at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro. She was born November 5, 1905 in Fleetwood, NC, the daughter of William and Julia Trivette Moretz. She was a member of the Canoe Camp Church of Christ Disciples. Surviving are: her husband, James; son and daughter-in-law, Homer and Naomi Galliher of Mansfield; sister, Mrs. Mattie Harold of Roaring Branch; 2 grandchildren, Miss Patricia Ann Galliher of Albuquerque, NM and Michael of Mansfield. Friends were invited to call at the Kuhl Funeral Home, Mansfield, Monday, January 28, 1980, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral was held there Tuesday at 1 PM with the Rev. Deborah Casey, her pastor, officiating. Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.

MORETZ –ANNIEBELLE B. GALLIHER, age 74 of 349 Sherwood Manor, Mansfield died Saturday January 26, 1980 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital Wellsboro. Friends are invited to call at the Kuhl Funeral home in Mansfield Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral there Tuesday at 1 p.m., Rev. Deborah Casey, her pastor officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Survived by husband, James, son and daughter-in-law, Homer and Naomi Galliher of Mansfield; sister, Mrs. Mattie Harold of Reading Branch, PA; two grandchildren: Miss Patricia Ann Galliher of Albuquerque, NM, Michael of Mansfield. She was a member of the Canoe Camp Church of Christ Disciples. Born November 5, 1905 in Fleetwood, NC the daughter of William and Julia Trivette Moretz. –Unknown newspaper obit.

MORRAL, John J. Age 87, of Prospect Street, Wellsboro, PA, died February 5, 2005 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. He was the husband of Martha Wright Morral, whom he married August 29, 1941. John was born October 11, 1917 in Seneca Rocks, West Virginia, the son of the late Gilbert and Rebecca (Emma) Miller Morral. He was a graduate of Wellsboro High School and was a retired farmer. John was a very dedicated husband and father. He enjoyed farming his entire life, starting when he graduated from High School. He had very little time for hobbies but did find time for deer hunting. Surviving are his wife; daughters and sons-in-law, Donna and Joe Runyan, Wellsboro, Joyce and Joe Aponte, Bethpage, NY, and Linda and Ernie Davis, Wellsboro; sons and daughters-in-law, Gary and Sharon Morral, Wellsboro, Robert and Connie Morral, Wellsboro, and John and Sally Morral, Smartsville, CA; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brothers, Guy and Golden Morral; and sister, Josephine Powers. Friends and family are invited to John's Life Celebration on Thursday, February 10, 2005, from 6:00-8:00 p.m., at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, and Friday, February 11, 2005, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Funeral to follow at noon with Rev. Dr. Timothy Morral, his grandson, officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent in his memory to Laurel Health Hospice, 24 Walnut Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901.

MORSE –LILA A. ALLEN, 76, of Sullivan Township died Oct. 19, 1994 at home.  Born Dec. 3, 1918 in LeRoy, she was the daughter of Delancy J. Morse and Daisy Mae Rathbun Morse.  She was a lifelong farmer.  Surviving are one son, Charles Edkin, Mansfield; three daughters, Sharon Cowan, Covington, Maryland Allington, Callahan, FL, and Hope Wood, Troy; 15 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one brother, Russell Morse of Pine Valley, NY.  Services were held at the Scureman Funeral Home, Mansfield Saturday, Oct. 22.  Burial was at Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Township.

MOSHER, Ella R. – Ella R. [Mosher] Winters, 81, of Wellsboro RR 6 died Saturday, March 11, 2000, at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro. Born May 12, 1918, in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of Lorenzo Dever and Ina Faye [Rice] Mosher. She was married on Oct. 15, 1939, to Lewis V. Winters, who passed away in 1979. Preceding her in death were her husband; one son, Benjamin N. Winters in 1988; and one daughter, Shirley Behrmann in 1993. Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Dennis E. and Ramona A. Winters of Wellsboro; one brother, Wayne Kelt of Wellsboro; one sister-in-law, Marge Mosher of Wellsboro; four sisters and brother-in-law, Jean Mosher of Wellsboro, Millie Kingsbury of Wellsboro, Dorothy Kingsbury  of Rochester, NY, and Emma and Harold Keister of Wellsboro; seven grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call at the Carleton Funeral Home, Wellsboro, on Wednesday, March 15, from 6 – 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held there Thursday, March 16, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Peter A. DeVantier officiating. Burial will be made at the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield. Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Suite 106, 2040 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17110. – Wellsboro Gazette, 15 March 2000

MOSHER - Emma G. Keister, 81, of Wetmore St., Wellsboro, died Friday, June 15, 2007 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital. She was the wife of Harold L. Keister who died June 1, 2007. Emma was born Jan. 6, 1926 in Wellsboro, the daughter of the late Lorenzo Dever and Ina Faye Rice Mosher. She had worked in local restaurants and Corning Glass and was a homemaker. She was devoted to her family and was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. She enjoyed making clothes, sewing and shopping. Surviving are sons, Fred (Gloria “Jean”) Keister of Lawrenceville, Mike (Cindy) Keister of Wellsboro; daughter, Mary (Harold) Benjamin of Addison, NY; nine grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; sister, Dorothy Kingsbury of Rochester, NY; and brother, Wayne Kelt of Wellsboro. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by a brother, Neal Mosher, and sisters, Ruth Mosher, Mildred Kingsbury, Leona Allison, Ella Winters and Jean Mosher. Friends and family were invited to Emma’s Life Celebration on Sunday, June 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro, PA. Funeral followed at 8 p.m. with Pastor G. Victor Perry officiating. Burial was made in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorials may be made in her memory to the Kidney Foundation, 6110 Executive Blvd., Suite 1010, Rockville, Md. 20852, or to the East Lawrence Baptist Church, 1139 East Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, PA 16929. - Mansfield Gazette, June 20, 2007

MORTON, Francis C.
86 of Mansfield died Thursday, Sept. 3, 1998, at Broad Acres Nursing Home, Wellsboro. Born Sept.3, 1912, in Bolivar, NY, he was the son of Frank L. and Grace T. Main Morton. He retired from Corning Glass in 1974 after 31 years of service. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II and a Purple Heart recipient. Preceding him in death were his wife, Frances M. Edwards Morton, in 1995; one daughter, Marian F. Harris, in 1996 and brothers and sisters. Surviving him are two sons, Paul K. Morton of Bull Shoals, Ar, and Leon H. Morton of Haines City, Fl; three daughters and sons-in-law, Carol A. and Warren Whitney of Mansfield, Katherine T. and John Semiklose of Mansfield, Phyllis M. Robinson of Mansfield; son-in-law, James Harris of Mainesburg; 19 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. A memorial service at the Whitneyville United Methodist Church will be announced at a later date. Burial will be made at Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro. Arrangements are being handled by the Scureman Funeral Home, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield.

MORTON - Harris, Morton Marian F.
Age 53 of RD 3 Mansfield, Pa, January 25, 1996, at home. She was born April 25, 1942 in Wellsville, NY, the daughter of Francis and Frances Edwards Morton. She was a Methodist. Surviving in addition to her father of Mansfield, Pa, is her husband of 33 years, James; 3 sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth and Naomi of Covington, PA, Larry and Tina of Williamsport, PA, Corey and Olivia of Wichita Falls, TX; 1 daughter, Nyanna Harris of Mansfield, PA; 2 brothers and a sister-in-law Paul and Pauline Morton of Bull Shoals, Ar, Leon Morton of Haines City, Fl; 3 sisters and 2 brothers-in-law, Phyllis Robinson, Kathi and John Semiklose, Carol and Warren Whitney, all of Mansfield, PA; and 4 grandchildren, Justin, Emily, Donald and Austin. Friends may call at the Wilston Funeral Home, 18 N. Main St., Mansfield, PA, Sunday 2-3 pm. Funeral Services will follow there Sunday at 3:00 pm with Rev. Ira Hindman officiating. Burial Tioga County Memorial Gardens.

 

 

MUNSON -BLANCHE G. (Munson) WHITING, 83, of Wellsboro, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020 at UPMC Soldiers and Sailors in Wellsboro. Born June 12, 1937 in Darling Run to Augustus C. and Emma C. (Fenstemacher) Munson, Blanche graduated from Wellsboro High School in 1955. On Nov. 9, 1956, she married John G. Whiting. Blanche attended the Mt. Zion Full Gospel Church in Wellsboro. She enjoyed camping, crocheting, and knitting. Blanche was also an accomplished baker, and throughout her life enjoyed singing, participating in the Glee Club during her school years and the church choir as an adult. Blanche is survived by a son, Matthew Whiting (Linda) of Lawrenceville; a daughter, Regina Whiting Hart (Alan) of Lawrenceville; five grandchildren, April Parker (Kent), Eric Hart (Alexis), Sarah Whiting, Jason Whiting, and Kristen Post (William); six great-grandchildren; three sisters, Violet Loud of Corning, N.Y., Isabelle Dalton (Bob) of Mansfield, and Charlotte Musser of Wellsboro; a brother, Ronald Munson (Joanne) of Asaph and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Blanche's life from 12 noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27, at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro. In an effort to work within social restrictions and allow for better social distancing, the visitation will be outside on the funeral home porch. Burial will be at Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Anyone desiring to make a donation in her memory is asked to remember the Mt. Zion Full Gospel Church, 7 Mt Zion Road, Wellsboro, PA. -Elmira Star-gazette 11/23/2020

 

MURRAY Alberta P. Cuda

age 87, of Corning, NY, died Sunday, August 18, 2013 at Corning Hospital, Corning, NY. Alberta was born April 9, 1926 in Addison, NY, a daughter of Arthur and Marian (Kent) Murray. She was the widow of the late Charles Cuda who died in 1999. Alberta owned and operated Papa Cuda's Restaurant in Lawrenceville, PA with her husband. Alberta is survived by 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Rick and Sharon Cuda of Elkland, PA, Joe and Shirley Cuda of Red Bluff, CA; 3 daughters and sons-in-law, Sandra and Jack Miller of Lawrenceville, PA, Debbie and Eugene Letner of FL, Maria Cuda of NY; 11 grandchildren, many great grandchildren and 3 great great-grandchild; a half-brother, Keith Dalrymple of Harrisburg, PA; 2 sisters, Dorothy Bucanon of Idaho, and Carol Bovee of Clyde, NY. Alberta was predeceased by her husband, Charles. The family is invited to attend a memorial service on Friday, August 30, 2013 at Our Father's House of Prayer Eternal, 330 W. Church St., Elmira, NY (corner of Church St. and Columbia St.) from 6:00 to 8:00 PM with Pastor Kenneth Brooks officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, 61 Memorial Gardens Road, Mansfield, PA. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA is assisting the family.  Star Gazette – August 22, 2013

 

MURRAY Charles D.
Age 76, of Tioga River Road, Tioga, PA, died March 29, 2009 at his home. He was the husband of Peggy L. Ayers Murray whom he married June 22, 1956. Charles was born February 27, 1933 in Corning, NY, the son of the late Flossie Bell Murray. He was employed by Corning Glass Inc. for forty years, retiring in 1991. Charles was a member of the West Jackson Baptist Church, Millerton, PA, was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed singing, gardening and golfing. He was artistic, especially working with wood and glass. He was an Army veteran serving during the Korean conflict. Surviving are his wife, Peggy; daughters, Joan Elaine (Daniel) Aurand, Huntingdon, PA and Penny Kay (Mark) Ritzman, McAlisterville, PA; sons, Charles K. (Cynthia) Murray, Loganton, PA, and Timothy Allen (Renee) Murray, Newark, NY; son-in-law, Leonard Wolf, Elizabethtown, PA; 13 grandchildren; brothers, Louis (Arlene) Warren, Bradford, PA, Francis (Sabine) Warren, Sterling, VA, and Kenneth (Leilana) Warren, Mississippi; sisters, Anna (Lou) Dellago, Morrisville, PA, and Karen (Dan) Clark, Poconos. He was preceded in death by his mother and a daughter, Kathleen Wolf. There will be no visitation. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at West Jackson Baptist Church, 1714 Alder Run Road, Millerton, PA 16936. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorials may be made in his memory to West Jackson Baptist Church. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home", 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 3/31/2009  

 

PERCY W. MUSSER, 79, of Mansfield, died July 5, 2017, in the evening at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital Emergency Room. He was the husband of Charlotte J. Munson, whom he married on May 23, 1981. They shared 36 years of marriage together. Percy was born in Lewistown, PA, on October 29, 1937, the son of the late Elder Nelson and Carrie (Frock) Musser. Percy attended Penn College in Williamsport and studied electronics. He worked for Mergenthaler-Linotype Co. in Wellsboro, PA for 12 years and retired in 1985 from Mergenthaler in Arlington TX, as a Field Service Engineer. He was a member, elder and treasurer at the Ansonia Full Gospel Church. Percy enjoyed hunting, camping and going to the Grand Old Opry. Surviving in addition to his wife, are his sons and daughters-in-law, Darell W. Musser (Jean) of Arlington, TX and Brian T. Musser (Vivian) of Springfield, TN; step-sons and daughters-in-law, Todd W. Niles (Nancy) of Wellsboro, PA and Terry B. Niles (Karen) of Carlisle, PA; three grandchildren; two step-grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; brother, Gary L. Musser (Charlene) of Gulf Breeze, FL, several nieces and nephews. Percy’s Life Celebration will be held at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Ltd., 139 Main St. Wellsboro, PA from 10 am to 12 noon, on Saturday, July 8, 2017. Funeral service to follow at 12:00 noon with Rev. Laverne Holliday officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. To share your fondest memories of Percy and sign his guestbook, visit www.tusseymosher.com. Local arrangements are entrusted to Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Ltd. –Funeral home obit 7/8/2017

 MUSSER, Percy W. - Percy W. Musser, 79, of Mansfield, died July 5, 2017, in the evening at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital Emergency Room. He was the husband of Charlotte J. Munson, whom he married on May 23, 1981. They shared 36 years of marriage together.  Percy was born in Lewistown, PA, on October 29, 1937, the son of the late Elder Nelson and Carrie (Frock) Musser. Percy attended Penn College in Williamsport and studied electronics.  He worked for Mergenthaler-Linotype Co. in Wellsboro, PA for 12 years and retired in 1985 from Mergenthaler in Arlington TX, as a Field Service Engineer. He was a member, elder and treasurer at the Ansonia Full Gospel Church.  Percy enjoyed hunting, camping and going to the Grand Old Opry. Surviving in addition to his wife, are his sons and daughters-in-law, Darell W. Musser (Jean) of Arlington, TX and Brian T. Musser (Vivian) of Springfield, TN; step-sons and daughters-in-law, Todd W. Niles (Nancy) of Wellsboro, PA and Terry B. Niles (Karen) of Carlisle, PA; three grandchildren; two step-grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; brother, Gary L. Musser (Charlene) of Gulf Breeze, FL, several nieces and nephews. Percy’s Life Celebration will be held at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Ltd., 139 Main St. Wellsboro, PA from 10 am to 12 noon, on Saturday, July 8, 2017. Funeral service to follow at 12:00 noon with Rev. Laverne Holliday officiating.  Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  Local arrangements are entrusted to Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Ltd. - Mansfield Gazette, 13 July 2017

MYERS –HELEN E. DAVIE age 77 of Broad Acres Nursing Home, formerly of Mansfield, PA, September 14, 1988 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital.  Friends may call at the Wilson Funeral Home, 18 N. Main St., Mansfield Thursday from 1 until 2 p.m.  Funeral will be held there at the conclusion of calling hours at 2 p.m.  Rev. Ira Hindman officiating.  Burial, Tioga county Memorial Gardens.  Survived by a half-sister, Mrs. Gueille Tarbox of Largo, FL.  She was predeceased by her husband, Harold in 1979.  Mrs. Davie was born May 23, 1911 in Kane, PA the daughter of Ralph and Nina Myers.  She was a member of the Covington Church of Christ.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 9/15/1988

NASH - EVELYN L. COOK: [SRGP 08709] Evelyn L. Cook, 75, wife of Ford J. Cook of Mansfield RD2, died Saturday, June 1, 1985, in Baltimore, Md., where she was visiting relatives. Born Nov. 27, 1909, in Elmira, N.Y., she was a daughter of Everett R. and Anna E. Mason Nash.  She was a member of Independent Roseville Baptist Church. She was a dietician's assistant.  Surviving, besides her husband, are a daughter, Mrs. Richard (Margaret) Cox, of Mansfield; a sister, Ruth Sterling, of Gillett, three grandchildren and six great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Harold L. in 1953. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. today, Wednesday, at Scureman’s Funeral Home, 130 South Main Street, Mansfield. Burial will be in Bradford County Memorial Park.  The Rev. Stephen J. Miller, her pastor will, officiate assisted by the Rev. Edward Green, pastor of Roseville United Methodist Church.[Note from Joyce - More likely Tioga County Memorial Park]

NEAL, Carroll Stevens – Carroll Stevens Neal, 84, formerly of Little Marsh and Park Hill Manor, Wellsboro, died Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2000, at Montrose. Born March 26, 1916, in Walworth, NY, he was the son of Clyde and Alora Stevens Neal. He was a retired farmer and school bus driver for 44 years. He was a member of the Little Marsh United Methodist Church, Little Marsh, and a member of the former Little Marsh Grange. Preceding him in death was his wife, Mary Helen Mitcheltree Neal, in 1990. Surviving are one daughter and son-in-law, Marie and Horace king of Montrose, two brothers and sister-in-law, Howard Neal of Wellsboro and Doyle and Meta Neal of Little Marsh; two grandsons; four great-granddaughters; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, on Friday, Dec. 22, from 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held there Saturday, Dec. 23, at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Raymond Fritz officiating. Burial will be made at Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to the Little Marsh United Methodist Church, Little Marsh, PA 16950. – Wellsboro Gazette, 20 December 2000

 

NEALY Jeremy S.
20, of Galeton, PA, died Tuesday, June 10, 2008, as a result of a drowning accident. Born July 21, 1987 in Wellsboro, PA, he was the son of Kevin and Tammy (Rice) Doan, who both survive. He graduated from Galeton High School in 2005. Jeremy was a diesel mechanic at Campbell Trucking in Galeton. He was a member of the American Motorcycle Association. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, and riding and racing dirt bikes. Surviving, besides his parents, are his girlfriend, Grace Goodreau, Galeton; paternal grandmother, Shirley Kibbe, Genesee, PA; maternal grandparents, Ron and Carole Rice, Georgia; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Jeremy was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Mark Kibbe; and an uncle, Ronnie Rice. Friends may call at the Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Collins Chapel, Galeton, on Saturday, June 14, 2008, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Sunday, June 15, 2008, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. with Funeral Services following at 2:30 p.m. The Rev. Keith Paris will officiate. Interment will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.  Published in the Star-Gazette from 6/12/2008 - 6/13/2008.

 

NEWMAN Virginia N. Nicholas

age 75, of Riegelsville, PA and Mansfield, PA, died Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at the Green Home, Wellsboro, PA. Virginia was born August 16, 1938 in Easton, PA, a daughter of the late William and Elmina (Cole) Newman. She worked as a secretary for Henry S. Lehr Insurance Co. in Easton, PA before she retired. Virginia was the wife of Lamont H. "Monty" Nicholas. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Easton, PA until 1961. In 1962 she became a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Riegelsville, PA where she sang in the choir. She was a member at Holy Child Catholic Church, Mansfield, PA.   Virginia is survived by her husband, Lamont of Mansfield, PA; a son, Michael L. Nicholas of Scranton, PA; a daughter and son-in-law, Joanne N. and Jonathan Shaw of Mansfield, PA; 3 grandchildren, J.P., Cooper and Elaina.   Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at Holy Child Catholic Church on Friday, August 23, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Jacek J. Bialkowski as celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Holy Child Catholic Church, 245 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA 16933. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp., Mansfield, PA. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA is assisting the family.  Funeral home obituary – August 22, 2013

 

NICHOLS Janice N. Whitteker

91, of Mansfield, Pa., died Thursday, May 17, 2012, at The Green Home, Wellsboro, Pa. Janice was born Oct. 21, 1920, in Tuscarora Township, Lindley, N.Y., a daughter of Enos A. and Bessie (Vaughn) Nichols. She was the widow of Almeron J. Whitteker who died March 15, 2001. Janice had been employed by the former Petticoat Shop in Mansfield, Pa. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, member and past treasurer of Elizabeth Rebekah Lodge, and the V.F.W. Auxiliary. Janice enjoyed bowling and taught Sunday School and Bible School for many years. Janice is survived by three daughters, Judith Jayne of Canton, Pa., Betty Jean Sumner of Mansfield, Pa., Sharon Snyder of Cockeysville, Md.; one son, David Whitteker of Mansfield, Pa.; 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Almeron; infant son, James Lee Whitteker; grandsons, Bradley Starks and Roy Michael Starks; brothers, John V. Nichols and Enos Nichols Jr.  Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday, May 20, 2012, from 1 to 2 p.m. at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, Pa. Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Ersel Staples officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, 61 Memorial Gardens Road, Mansfield, Pa.   Star Gazette – May 18, 2012

 

NILES –MARIAN NILES WEBSTER age 70 of RD 7, Wellsboro, PA.  She was the wife of the late Ward Burton “Webbie” Webster who passed April 18, 1995.  She was born November 8, 1924 in Corning, NY and was the daughter of the late Donald G. Niles and Eva A. Perry Niles of Wellsboro, PA.  She was a graduate of Wellsboro High School in 1942 and was a graduate of the Arnot Ogden Hospital School of Nursing, Elmira, NY in 1945.  She was a retired RN from the former Corning Glass Works, Wellsboro Division and also retried from the former GTE Wellsboro Division as an RN.  She had worked from 1946 until 1983.  She was a member of the Niles Valley United Methodist Church.  She was also a member of the Wellsboro B.P.W., Penn York Campers, Grand Canyon Travel Trailer Club and the Mary Wells Chapter #452 O.F.S.  She was also a Charter Member of the Wellsboro Women of the Moose.  Surviving other than her mother are, son and daughter-in-law, Steven W. and Kristi Webster of Wellsboro, PA; sister and brother-in-law, Doris and Bill Coumbe of Wellsboro, PA; brothers, Donald E. Niles of Wellsboro, PA and Erwin R. Niles of Holiday, FL; grandsons, Eric and Brett Webster and several nieces and nephews.  Friends may call at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Inc., 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA on Sunday, July 9, 1995 from 6 to 9 PM and on Monday from 1 to 2 PM.  Funeral services will follow immediately on Monday, July 10, 1995 at the Funeral Home at 2:00 PM with Lay Pastor, Vicki A. Jordan officiating.  Burial will be in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  If desired, memorials may be sent to the Niles Valley United Methodist Church, RD 2 Box 62, Wellsboro, PA –Elmira Star-Gazette 7/8/1995

NYBECK –MARY ALICE ‘SISSY’ SMITH, 66, Lawrenceville, PA diedMay 28, 2003 at the Corning Hospital.  Born on December 3, 1936, in Morris Run, she was the daughter of Alice E. (Brooks) Nybeck and the late Alert Carl Nybeck.  Throughout her life, “Sissy” was a very friendly, caring person.  She often said that she never met a stranger.  She will be remembered for always saying “thank you, honey”, and was loved for her kind nature by everyone who knew her.  Her family meant the world to her and they could always count on her support.  She loved to play bingo and picnic at the family’s campground.  In addition to her mother, Alice Nybeck, Morris Run, she is survived by children; Karen (Bernard) Roupp, Tioga, PA, Deborah Smith, Montoursville, PA, Cindy (Thomas) Smith, Cameron Mills, NY, Pamela Smith, Alan (Christine) Smith, and Randy Smith, all of Morris Run; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; sisters and brothers; Joyce (Donald) Wickman, Morris Run, Sandy (Richard) Bord, Morris Run, Donald (Ethel) Nybeck, Lebanon, PA, Joseph (Mary) Nybeck, Canton, Raymond (Sandra) Nybeck, Troy, Vernon (Candy) Nybeck, Morris run; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.  In addition to her father, Albert Nybeck, she was predeceased by her husband Datus “Smitty” Smith; grandson, Ricky Lee Moore; sister, Carol; brothers, Fred and Richard.  The funeral was held at the Zwicharowski Funeral Home, Blossburg, May 31, with Rev. Robert Martin officiating.  Burial followed in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro, PA. –Canton Independent Sentinel.

O'DELL Ella Mae - Ella Mae Palmer, 85, of Park Hill Manor, Wellsboro, former long time resident of Galeton, died
Wednesday, July 7, 2010, at Broad Acres. She was the wife of the late Frederick P. Palmer who died Nov. 12, 1987. Ella Mae was born Aug. 10, 1924, in Elkland, the daughter of the late Walter L. and Eula Kirtland O'Dell. She was formerly employed by Corning Glass, Corning, N.Y., Galeton Productions, Penn Wells Lodge, and Wundies, retiring in 1988 and attended the Mt. Zion Full Gospel Church. Surviving are daughters and sons-in-law, JoAnn (James) Melko, Patricia A. Starkweather, and the late Charles Starkweather, Linda L. Davis, Deborah K. (Douglas) Wetherbee, Jeannie M. (Curtis) Abplanalp, Lori L. (Tim) Cleveland, all of Wellsboro; son, Fred P. Palmer of Wellsboro; 17 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; sister, Dorothy Meka of Groton, Conn. She was preceded in death by sisters, Luella McKay, Viola O'Dell, Norma Bills and Villa Bills. There will be no viewing. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorials may be made in her memory to Broad Acres Health and Rehabilitation Center, 1883 Shumway Hill Road, Wellsboro, Pa. 16901. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main Street, Wellsboro. -  Wellsboro Gazette, July 7, 2010

JOHN WILBUR OGDEN, age 74, of RR 1, Lawrenceville, PA, diedTuesday, September 23, 2003, at University of Pittsburgh Presbyterian Medical Center.  He was born January, 1, 1929 in Addison, NY, the son of Harry and Bessie Brooks Ogden.  He was a Dairy Farmer who received the New York State Governors Star State Farmer Award, which is the highest FFA Award given in the State.  He was a member of the Tioga Grange, Trinity United Presbyterian Church in Tioga, PA, a 50 year member of the Dairylea and a board member of the Lawrence Twp. Zoning Board. The Ogden View Farm was a Dairy of Distinction farm, and the host to the 1999 Tioga Co. Farm City Day.  He is survived by his wife, Sandra; daughters and sons-in-law, Daureen (John) Corwin, Lawrenceville, PA, Deborah (Jeremy) Hillsdon-Smith, Granger, IN, Darlene (Christopher) Nowakowski, Granger, IN, and Deniese (Greg) Carpenter, Wellsboro, PA; 10 grandchildren; sister-in-law, Dorothy Kimbel, Savona, NY.  A daughter, Dorinda Amy Ogden, predeceased him. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Elkland, PA, Friday from 1 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. where funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. Rev. Thomas D. Thomas will officiate. Burial will be in Tioga Co. Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro, PA. –Elmira Star Gazette.

OLIN, William – William Olin, 68, of 18 Prospect Street, Wellsboro, died Thursday, June 22, 1989, at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. Born July 4, 1920, in Woodhull, NY, he was the son of Sterle and Della Symonds Olin. He was a retired employee of Merganthaler Company in Wellsboro. Surviving are his wife, Natalie Olin of Wellsboro; two sons, Ashley Olin of RD 1, Duanesburg, NY and Timothy Olin of Budd Lake, NJ; daughter, Amy English, of RD 7, Wellsboro; a brother, Robert Olin of Woodhull, NY; a sister, Gertrude Elliott of Osceola; and five grandchildren. Services were held at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro Saturday, June 24. The Rev. John McCullough officiated. Burial was made in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. – Wellsboro Gazette, 28 June 1989

OWLETT IONE WEBSTER
Ione (Owlett) Age 77, of Tioga, PA, died Thursday, March 15, 2007, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Ione was the wife of Ansel Webster with whom she celebrated a 60th wedding anniversary on January 24, 2007. She was born on July 4, 1929 in Keeneyville, PA, the daughter of Everett and Marion (Doan) Owlett. Ione had been employed by Westinghouse Company in Bath, NY. She attended Middlebury Baptist Church, was a member of the Canyon Squares and the Tioga Grange. Her favorite hobbies included plants, gardening and baking pies. Ione is survived by her husband, Ansel; two sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Carmina Webster of Vacaville, CA, David and Kathy Webster of Tioga, PA; two daughters and a son-in-law, Amy and Peter Ensminger of Blossburg, PA, Susan VanNess of Tioga, PA; 14 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law, Dennis and Arletta Owlett of Keeneyville, PA; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Diane and Richard Nowak of Mainesburg, PA, Nancy and William Dibble of Gillett, PA; a brother-in-law, Lawrence (Carol) Webster of Tioga, PA; two sisters-in-law, Pat and Blanche Owlett of Kenneyville, PA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Ione was preceded in death by a daughter, Debra Hillyard on September 13, 1991; a sister, Polly Bogaczyk; and two brothers, Lloyd and Keith Owlett. Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday, March 18, 2007, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 South Main Street, Mansfield, PA, and on Monday, March 19, 2007, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Middlebury Baptist Church, Middlebury Center, PA. Funeral services will be held immediately following the viewing on Monday at the church with her Pastor, Rev. Alex Perednia, officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp., PA. Memorial contributions may be made in Ione's memory to the Laurel Hospice, 24 Walnut St., Wellsboro, PA 16901.

OWLETT FLEATA - Greer, Fleata (Owlett), 86, of Broad Acres Nursing Home, formerly of Blossburg Riverside Park where she lived for nearly 20 years died Monday, Oct. 14. Born April 15, 1916, in Covington, daughter of Rexford and Lulu Owlett. Fleata retired from American Dade Corporation, Miami, Fla., in 1980. She was a lifelong member of the Covington Church of Christ and Lucy Rebekah Lodge, and she served many years as President of Blossburg Riverside Tenants Association. Surviving are four children, Joyce (Warren) Tinney of Valdosta, Ga., Phyllis Morton of Auburndale, Fla., Pete Greer of Mansfield and William ( Diane) Greer of Blossburg; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; three great-great- grandchildren; a brother Omar Owlett of Blossburg; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters. Friends will be received Tuesday from 7 to 9 pm, at the Freeburg Funeral Home, 120 North Williamson Road, Blossburg. Funeral services will be held 11 am, Wednesday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Kirk D. Smethers officiating. Burial will take place at the Tioga Memorial Gardens

OWLETT - Mrs. Mona E. Cleveland, 54, of 151 St. James Street, Mansfield, died Tuesday, Dec. 20, 1977, in Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. She was born at Covington on October 3, 1923, a daughter of Rexford and Lula Cleveland Owlett. Mrs. Cleveland was a member of the Covington Church of Christ, Disciples. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Allen [Patricia] Schanbacher, of Mansfield RD#1, and Diana Hewitt of Mansfield; a son, Barry, of Mansfield; two sisters, Mrs. Alford [Hazel] Hunsinger, of Covington, and Mrs. Fleta Greer, of Miami, Fla., a brother, Omar Owlett of Covington, and four grandchildren. The funeral was held Friday at the Kuhl Funeral Home with burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. The Rev. Archie Cruikshank, her pastor, officiated. - Wellsboro Gazette, December 28, 1977

Frederick P. PALMER
WELLSBORO – Frederick P. Palmer, 67, of 4 Riberolle Street, died Thursday, Nov. 12, 1987, in Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital. Mr. Palmer was owner and op-erator of the Wellsboro Taxi Service. Born Jan. 18, 1920, at Cortland, N.Y., he was a son of Andrew and Nellie Keller Palmer. Surviving are his wife, the for-mer Ella Mae O’Dell; a son, Fred, of Wellsboro; six daughters, Mrs. JoAnn Melko, Mrs. Patricia Starkweather, Mrs. Jeanne Ab-planalp and Mrs. Lori Cleveland, all of Wellsboro, Mrs. Linda Da-vis, of Raleigh, N.C., and Mrs. Debbie Wetherbee, of Wellsboro RD 5; a brother, Oscar, of Lawrenceville, 14 grandchildren and four grandchildren. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Tussey-Mosher’s, 139 Main Street. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp. The Rev. Paul Mullen, pastor of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, will officiate. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday.

FREDERIC P. PALMER
Frederick P. Palmer, 67, of 4 Riberolle St., Wellsboro, died Thursday, Nov. 12, at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro. Born Jan. 18, 1920, in Cortland, N.Y, he was the son of Andrew and Nellie Keller Palmer. He was the owner-operator of the former Wellsboro Taxi Service. He is survived by his wife, Ella Mae O’Dell Palmer; daughters, Mrs. James (Jo Ann) Melko of Wellsboro, Mrs. Charles (Patricia) Starkweather of Wellsboro, Mrs. Larry (Linda), Da-vis, of Raleigh, N.C., and Mrs. Douglas (Debbie) Wetherbee, of RD #5, Wellsboro, Mrs. Curtis (Jeanne) Abplanalp and Mrs. Timothy (Lori) Cleveland, both of Wellsboro; son and daughter-in-law, Fred and Cathy Palmer of Wellsboro; brother, Oscar Palmer, of Lawrenceville, 14 grandchildren and five great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 14, at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home in Wellsboro. The Rev. Paul Mullen, pastor of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, will officiate. Burial was made in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.

PALMER - Mildred A. Palmer Morse Shelman, 67, of Red Lion, died Sunday, April 2, 1992, at home. Born Nov. 22, 1924, in Mainesburg, she was the daughter of Claude and Gladys Spaulding Palmer. She was a member of Red Lion Bible Church and active supporter of York County Special Olympics. Surviving are three sons, Carlton Morse of Barton, NY; Rickie Morse of Owego, NY; Wayne Morse of Red Lion; three daughters, Betty Wakeenakona of Costa Mesa, Calif.; Linda Wilson of Blossburg; Anna Hubbard of Red Lion; 13 grandchildren; and two brothers and sisters. Services were held Saturday, April 4, at Red Lion Bible Church. The Rev. Ronald B. Schmuck, her pastor, officiated. Burial was made in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro [Charleston Township], on Monday, April 6. Memorial donations may be made to York County Special Olympics, c/o Bob O’Brien, 1851 Radnor Road, York, PA 17402 - Wellsboro Gazette, April 15, 1992    MHS 1944

DANIEL G. PARIS
 Daniel G. Paris, 24, of Troy RD 2, died Wednesday, June 19, 1991. He was born September 9, 1977 in Blossburg, PA. Daniel was a member of the Troy Fire Department and served with the US Navy. He was a self-employed mechanic and was an avid hunter. He is survived by his wife, Julia Paris; father, Glen E. Paris of Mansfield RD 1; mother, Hazel Conway of Walden, CO; stepmother, Janice Paris of Mansfield RD 1; brothers, Harry Benjamin of Fort Bragg, NC and James Paris of Newport News, VA; sister, Karrie Paris of Mansfield; half-sisters, Becky Coulson of West Stockholm, NY, Debbie Moore of Sayre and JoAnna Puffet of Lawrenceville, PA; half-brothers, Timothy Whitney of Korea and Ira Whitney of Boulder, CO; stepbrother, Fred Rouse of Mansfield; father and mother-in-law, Paul and Virginia Fitzgerald of Troy RD 2; several nieces and nephews. Services were held at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy on June 23 with the Rev. Garry Zuber officiating and burial to be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Wellsboro. Memorials may be directed to a memorial fund in the name of Daniel G. Paris in care of the Troy Fire Department, 110 Redington Ave., Troy, PA 16947 in support of Julia Paris. (TGR, Thursday, June 27, 1991)

PARTON Ethel H. Putman
73, of A Street, Antrim, died Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital. She was the wife of Richard F. Putman whom she married Jan. 17, 1964. Ethel was born Aug. 5, 1937, in Sevierville, Tenn., the daughter of the late Lee and Selma Webb Parton. She was owner and operator for 28 years of Bus 51 of the Wellsboro School District and had worked for Dunkin Donuts from 1980 to 2001. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her family meant the world to her and she loved camping with her family. She also loved to go to her grandchild's events, whether it be a horse show or concert, or just to watch them ride, she was there.  Surviving are her husband, Richard; son, Joseph T. Davis, Jr. (Margaret) of Wellsboro; daughters, Carol A. Gutierriez (Benny) of Tucson, Ariz., Josephine M. Heffner (Eugene) of Wellsboro, Elizabeth D. Morseman (Michael) of Lancaster,Tammy S. Reese (Brentt) of Wellsboro; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brothers, Carl Parton of Richmond, Va., George Parton of Richmond, Va.; and sister, Hattie R. Simmons of Middlebury. She was predeceased by a son, Michael H. Davis in 1963; daughter, Janet L. Putman in 1969, four brothers and three sisters. Ethel raised a special grandchild, Jeremy R. Keck of Wellsboro, from an infant to the age of 18. Friends and family are invited to Ethel's Life Celebration on Wednesday, Dec. 29, from 6 to 9 p.m. and Thursday Dec. 30, from 10 to 11 a.m., at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Funeral will be Thursday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Michael A. Bernard officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital  Wellsboro Gazette - December 27, 2010

 

PATTERSON Howard F. Patterson

77, of Covington, died Friday, March 2, 2012.  He was born on Feb. 27, 1935 in Blossburg, a son of the late Foster and Sibyl (Vaughn) Patterson. He was the husband of the late Edith (Hunter) Patterson who died on Sept. 3, 2004.  Howard was a truck driver for 46 years for the former Taynton's Freight Systems, Inc. of Wellsboro and founded H. Patterson Trucking in 1997. He was a veteran, serving with the United States Army.  Howard is survived by three sons and two daughters-in-law, Jeff Patterson of Covington, Gregory and Heather Patterson of Wellsboro, Randy and Kris Patterson of Blossburg; two daughters and sons-in-law, Lisa and Mike Carson of Wellsboro, Kristine and Scott Keister of Vincentown, N.J.; one brother and two sisters-in-law, James and Sharon Patterson of Wellsboro, Laura Patterson of Blossburg; two sisters and brother-in-law, Patty Smith of Grand Blanc, Mich., Janet and James McWhorter of Roanoke, Va.; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and two step-great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Larry A. Patterson.  Friends may call on Tuesday, March 6, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., Wellsboro. Funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Dean Edwards officiating. Interment will be at the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield.   Wellsboro Gazette – March 4, 2012

 

LEONARD H. PATTERSON, 82, formerly of Tioga, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019 at Arnot Ogden Hospital, Elmira, N.Y. He was born Jan. 3, 1937 in Mansfield, a son of Raymond and Velma (Forrest) Patterson. Leonard worked in the maintenance department at Ingersoll Rand/Dresser Rand until his retirement in February of 1999. He was a member of the Tioga American Legion Post 235, the Tioga Fire Company and the Tioga County Bass Anglers Club. Leonard was a veteran of the U.S. Army Reserves. He enjoyed fishing, hunting – especially turkey hunting, mowing grass and his canine companion, Webster. Leonard is survived by his son, Thomas (Lori) Patterson of Lawrenceville; his daughters, Teresa (Joseph) LaVancher of Painted Post, N.Y. and Tammy (Joseph) Clark of Elizabethville; grandchildren, Heather (Wynn) Morgan, Joseph (Cassie) Clark and Michael Patterson; four great- grandchildren; his long-time companion, Fern Heberling; her children, Kevin (Patsy) Hoover of Tower City, Doug Hoover of Tower City, John Heberling of Tower City, Carol (Ed) Howard of Millersburg,, Brenda Soricelli of Williamstown; her daughters-in-law, Hannah Hoover of West Virginia, and Rosa Hoover of Tower City; and her 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; Leonard's brothers Edward Patterson and Donald Patterson, both of Tioga; his sisters: Arlene (Gerald) Price of Knoxville, Geraldine Lehman of Florida; Sharon Loucks of Knoxville; his sister-in-law, Annamae N. "Sally" Patterson of Florida. He was preceded in death by his wife Hilda (Lewis) Patterson; a brother, Richard Patterson; a sister, Peggy Loucks; sisters-in-law, Lila Patterson and Louise Patterson; a brother-in-law Dave Lehman. Family and friends are invited to call Saturday, Jan. 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield. A memorial service will immediately follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will take place in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Leonard's name to the Tioga Fire Department, Rarick Dr., Tioga, PA or to the Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Ave, Elmira, NY. –Wellsboro Gazette 1/17/2019

 

PECYNSKI Bernadine Marie Waltz

82, of Mansfield, Pa., died Monday, Oct. 15, 2012, at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, Pa. Bernadine was born Feb. 28, 1930, in Morris Run, Pa., a daughter of Joseph and Cecelia (Pawlak) Pecynski. She was the wife of Warren Edward Waltz for 64 years. Bernadine was a member of Holy Child Catholic Church in Mansfield, Pa. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting, milking cows, assisting her husband on their dairy farm and was their farm accountant.  Bernadine is survived by her husband, Warren; a son and daughter-in-law, Ernest and JanElla M. Waltz of Mansfield, Pa.; a daughter and son-in-law, Cynthia and James Peel of Aliquippa, Pa.; two grandchildren, Ernest Jr. and Joshua Edward Burt; three great-grandchildren, William Warren Waltz, Reba Marie Waltz and Kellie Mae Waltz; a brother, Casimer Pecynski of Florida; a sister, Charlotte Martin of Muncy, Pa. She was predeceased by a grandson, Jonathan Burt on March 3, 2007, a granddaughter, Cynthia Carolyn Waltz on June 18, 1976, and 11 siblings.  Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, Pa. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, Oct. 19, 2012, at 11 a.m. at Holy Child Catholic Church, Mansfield, Pa., with Rev. Jacek J. Bialkowski as celebrant. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, Pa.       Williamsport Sun Gazette - October 17, 2012

 

PHILLIPS –HAZEL JONES age 62 of Gisonton, FL formerly of Tioga, Pa, Sunday, August 17, 1986.  Friends may call at the Kuhl-Wilston Funeral Home, Mansfield, PA, Wednesday.  Funeral services will be held there Thursday at 1 pm, Rev. S. Wade Stewart officiating.  Burial, Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  Survived by husband, Gene; 1 daughter, Sandra Brauer of Casa Grande, AZ; 3 brothers, Gary and Jim Belz and John Phillips all of Tioga, PA; 1 sister, Lila Cummings of Sullivanville, NY; 4 grandchildren.  She was born March 26, 1924 in Tioga County, the daughter of William and Carrie Garrison Phillips.  –Elmira Star-Gazette 8/19/1986

PHILLIPS - Hazel Jones, 62, wife of Gene Jones, of Gibsonton, Fla., formerly of Tioga, died Sunday, Aug. 17, 1986, at home following an extended illness. Born in Tioga County Mar. 16, 1924, she was a daughter of William and Carrie Garrison Phillips. Surviving, besides her husband, are a daughter, Mrs. Sandra Brauer, of Casa Grande, Ariz., three brothers, Gary Belz and James Belz, and John Phillips, all of Tioga; a sister, Mrs. Lila Cummings, of Sullivanville, NY, and four grandchildren. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Kuhl-Wilston Funeral Home, 18 North Main St., Mansfield. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Township. Friends may call at the funeral home this evening, Aug. 20. - Wellsboro Gazette, August 20, 1986

PHIPPEN, Margaret E. – Margaret E. Brooks, 61, of RD 6, Wellsboro, died Tuesday, March 18, 1980, at the Broad Acres Nursing Home, Wellsboro. She was born October 29, 1918 in Wellsboro, the daughter of Ross and Maude Russell Phippen. She was a retired secretary for the Wingate Insurance Company, Wellsboro. Surviving are: her husband, Jesse R. Brooks; three daughters, Mrs. Jessie Fish of Gainesville, Florida, Mrs. Donna B. Willard of RD 6, Wellsboro and Miss Linda Brooks at home; two sons, Jerald R. Brooks of Wysox, and Lloyd R. Brooks of Kane; one sister, Mrs. R. Wilbur [Hilda] Wilson of South Lansing, NY; 13 grandchildren, one great-grandson, several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro, Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held there Saturday, March 22, 1980 at 1:30 p.m. with the Ref. S. Wade Stewart officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. – Wellsboro Gazette, 19 March 1980

 

PIER Virginia L. - Virginia L. Clark, 85, of Route 287, Wellsboro, died
Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at The Green Home. She was the wife of Francis Clark whom she married Jan. 16, 1948. Virginia was born Sept. 9, 1924, in Wellsboro, the daughter of the late Oliver and Dorotha Lloyd Pier. She was a graduate of Wellsboro High School, a homemaker, and retired employee of GTE, Wellsboro. She was a member of God's Family Fellowship, Wellsboro. She liked quilting, flowers and baking. Surviving are her husband, Francis; sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald and Janet Clark of Wellsboro, the Rev. Gary and Cindy Clark of North Stratford, N.H.; daughter, Shirley Langs of Wellsboro; brothers and sister-in-law, John and Jean Pier, Frank Pier, all of Wellsboro; sister and brother-in-law, Ruby and Roland Bockus of Wellsboro; several nieces; nephews; great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Carol Clark. Friends and family are invited to Virginia's Life Celebration on Sunday, July 18, from noon to 2 p.m. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home," 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Funeral service will be held Sunday, at 2 p.m. with Pastor Joe Wagner officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. – Wellsboro Gazette, July 14, 2010

 

PLUMLEY Audrey L. Gerow

age 76, of Water Street, Wellsboro, PA, died September 19, 2011 at her home. She was the wife of the late Irving D. Gerow who died January 14, 1989. Audrey was born May 30, 1935 in Holliday, PA, the daughter of the late Edwin and Dorothy Wilbur Plumley. She had been a Dental Assistant for Dr. Bailey and Dr. Eaton, Wellsboro, and was a member of the Wellsboro Women of the Moose. Surviving are Daughter, Janlyn (William) Shumway, Wellsboro; Brother, Robert (Louise) Plumley, Coudersport, PA; Sister, Alice Carpenter, Wellsboro, PA; Granddaughter, Stacie (DJ) Wolz, Wellsboro; Grandsons, Shawn (Veronica) Wood, Middlebury Ctr., PA, and Brett (Kate) Shumway, Morrisville, PA; five Great Grandchildren; Companion, Dick Hoke and family, Wellsboro. Friends and family are invited to Audrey's Life Celebration on Thursday, September 22, 2011 from 12:00 – 1:00 P.M. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a "Life Celebration Home", 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. A Memorial Service will follow at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Robin Baer officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, Memorials may be made in her memory to Laurel Home Health Hospice, 24 Walnut Street, Wellsboro, PA. 16901, or to the American Lung Association, P.O. Box 115, Harrisburg, Pa. 17110.    Wellsboro Gazette – September 21, 2011

 

PLUMLEY Ward L.
Wellsboro Gazette - November 10, 1999
Ward L. Plumley, 77, of Wellsboro RR 6 died Monday, Nov. 8, 1999, at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro.  Born Sept. 6,1922, in Crooked Creek, he was the son of Elihu Plumley and Myrtle Applebee Plumley Reep.  He was a lifelong resident of the Holiday and Wellsboro areas and a graduate of the Wellsboro High School, class of 1941.  He was a shift foreman for the former Corning Glass Works, Wellsboro Division, for 40 years.  He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose, Chapter #1147.  Wellsboro, and was an avid hunter, fisherman and baseball fan.  He was an Army veteran serving in World War II, the European Theatre, where he was a radio operator and tech sergeant.  Preceding him in death was h i s wife. Norma R. Gerow Plumley, on Dec 11, 1992.  Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law,  Dale A. and Karen E. Plumley of Wellsboro; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Francis and Fern Plumley of Cowanesque and Stewart and Sylvia Plumley of Corning, N.Y.;  grandchildren, Luke and Crystal Plumley of  Wellsboro; and several nieces and nephews.  Friends may call at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro, on Friday, Nov. 12, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.  Funeral services will be held there Friday, Nov. 12, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Eugene A. Charsky officiating.   Burial will be made at Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Tioga County Unit, 1948 East Third Street, Williamsport, Pa. 17701.

POPE - Coolidge, Nancy M. (Pope)
Age 58, of RR3 Wellsboro, Pa, died October 14, 2002 at Health South Nittany Valley Rehab, Pleasant Gap, Pa.  She was the wife of Gary L. Coolidge whom she married October 12, 1962. Nancy was born November 6, 1943 in Blossburg, Pa., the daughter of the late Leo and Jeanette Gee Pope. She was a homemaker and Secretary for Shippen  Township for thirty-five years, retiring March 24, 2002. She was of the Protestant Faith, loved working with crafts and loved her grandchildren. Surviving other than her husband are sons and daughters-in-law, Bradley A. (Elise A.), Wellsboro, Pa, Bryan L. ( Kristen L.), Mansfield, Pa, and Chuck ( Patti A.) Wellsboro, Pa, Grandchildren, Eric C, Mandy L, Samantha E, Clay J, Conner L, and Luke B. Coolidge, Kaitlyn A. and Bryanna C. Robbins; Brother and Sister-in-law, Arthur and Lois Pope, Wellsboro; Aunt and Uncle, James and Ethel Mayer, Elmira, NY. She was predeceased by a brother, David Pope in 1992. Friends may call at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, a “ Life Celebration Home”, 139 Main St. Wellsboro, Pa, on Thursday, October 17, 2002 from 7:00 -9:00 PM. Funeral there Friday October 18, 2002 at 11:00 AM, with Rev. Gary Brown officiating. Burial Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Township, Pa.

POWERS - William W. Powers, “Bill the elevator man” Mansfield University, 88, of West Water Street, Wellsboro, died Nov. 28, 2007 at Samaritan House, Wellsboro. He was the husband of Marian D. Haynes Powers, whom he married Oct. 19, 1946. Bill was born Dec. 10, 1918, the son of the late Earl and Erma Eberenz Powers. He was a retired employee of Mansfield University with 21 years of service, and a self-employed house painter. Bill was a member of God’s Family Fellowship, Wellsboro, and member of the Galeton Moose, VFW and American Legion. He was an avid fisherman, guitar player, and United States Army veteran serving during World War II. Surviving are his wife, Marian; daughters, Bonnie (Allan) Martino of Auburn, NY, Carol Powers of Wellsboro, and Deborah (Don) Buck, Tioga; seven grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by sons, John (1981) and Robert (1993) Powers. Friends and family were invited to Bill’s Life Celebration on Friday, Nov. 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro. Funeral service followed at 7:30 p.m. with Rev. Joe Wagner officiating. Burial was made in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, Memorials may be sent in his memory to the Samaritan House, 3 Morgan Terrace, Wellsboro, PA 16901 - Mansfield Gazette, 5 December 2007

PRESTERBACH - Joyce A. “Chloe” Ingerick, 69, of Wellsboro, died Tuesday, June 19, 2007 at Broad Acres. She was the wife of the late John O. “Jack” Ingerick, Jr., who died in 1993. Joyce was born Jan. 10, 1938 in New Orleans, La., the daughter of the late Clarence J. and Louise Clement Presterbach, Sr. She attended St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in New Orleans and was a homemaker; member of the Wellsboro VFW; and Wellsboro Moose. Surviving are sons, Ross L. Ingerick of Waverly, NY, Tony Ingerick of Wellsboro, Scott (Marie) Ingerick of Wellsboro; daughter, Bonnie Sitar of Morris; six grandchildren, William Gastrock II of Lakeland, Fla., Teal Ingerick of Penn State College, State College, Tia Ingerick of United States Marines, Norfolk, Va., Skye Ingerick of Wellsboro, Denae Ingerick of Wellsboro, Kyoey Ingerick of Wellsboro; two great grandchildren. There will be no visitation. Funeral service will be private at the convenience of the family with Pastor Glenda Hammond officiating. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorials may be sent in her memory to the Multiple Sclerosis foundation, 170 Pine St., Williamsport, PA 17701. Arrangements by Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro, PA 16901. - Mansfield Gazette, 27 June 2007

EDWIN A. PRESTON, age 47, diedon Monday, Aug. 25, 2003. He was born on March 19, 1956, in Elmira, N.Y., a son of Edward and Janet (Williams) Preston. Edwin loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting. In addition to his parents, Edwin is survived by his sons, Jason and Timothy Preston of Covington, Pa.; brothers, Nelson (Georgia) Preston of Sanford, Fla., Carl (Faith) Preston of Millerton, Pa., and Mike (Nikki) Preston of Mansfield, Pa.; and former wife, Brenda Preston of Covington. Friends are invited to call at the Vickery Funeral Home Inc., 110 W. Main St., Troy, on Tuesday, Sept. 2, from 7 to 8 p.m. The funeral and committal service will follow immediately at 8 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Howard Woodruff officiating. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Scureman Funeral Home Inc., 130 S. Main St., Mansfield, Pa. Contributed by Carol Brotzman.  –Towanda Daily Review.  (Buried Tioga Memorial Gardens.)

PRICE Lewis E.
Age 84, of the Green Home, Wellsboro, PA, died January 28, 2008. Lewis was born August 9, 1923 in Harding, PA in Luzerne County, son of Joseph and Bessie Hawke Price. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Miller Price, April 7, 1988. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, worked at LaFrance in Elmira, NY, and was a dairy farmer. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, doing puzzle books and reading western books. He was a member of the NRA. He is survived by four brothers, Harold Price of West Pittston, PA, Lee Price of Houston, TX, Eugene Price of Selinsgrove, PA, and Howard Price from West Pittston, PA; several nieces and nephews; and special friends, Neil and Marlene Bowen. Friends and family are invited to Lewis's Life Celebration on Friday, February 1, 2008, from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. Funeral to follow at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Robin Baer officiating. Military Honors will be accorded at the Funeral Home. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens in Wellsboro.

Charles H. PRINCE -  Wellsboro, Pa. | Charles H. Prince, 75, of Yale Street, died Sunday, March 20, 2005 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital. Survivors include two daughters, Donna Prince and Priscilla Prince; two sons, Larry Prince and Patrick Prince; a brother, Llewellyn Prince. Calling hours will be 10-11 a.m. Thursday at Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield. Services will be held there at the conclusion of calling hours at 11 a.m. Thursday, the Rev. Richard Krueger officiating.  Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp.

JOHN F. PRISET
John F. Priset, 62, of Wellsboro RD 2, died at 8:15 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, 1974, in the
Williamsport Hospital. where he was admitted Feb. 13 as a medical patient. He was born April 26, 1911, in Jamison City, Columbia County, a son of J. Fred and Elizabeth Hittle Priset. Mr. Priset was employed by the Corning Glass Works, Wellsboro plant, An Army veteran of World War II, he was a member and past commander of Wellsboro Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4907. He was a member of the Free Methodist Church.  Surviving are his wife, the former Edith Burns; a daughter, Miss Carol Priset, at home; a son, the Rev. Duane Priset, of Alton, N.Y.; his mother, of Wellsboro; six sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Borden, Mrs. Mary VanVliet, Mrs. Viola Swimler and Mrs. Betty Wilson, all of Wellsboro, Mrs. Ruth Mitchell, of Chemung, N.Y., and Mrs. Alice Mitchell, of Covington,  and three brothers, Oscar and Kenneth, both of Wellsboro, and Joseph of Jersey City, N.J. The funeral was held at 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Spink Funeral Rome, 126 Main Street. Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens with graveside military rites by the VFW post. His son officiated.

PRISET, John F. Age 62, of RD 3 Wellsboro, Saturday, February 23, 1974 at the Williamsport General Hospital following a short illness. Friends may call at the Spink Funeral Home, 126 Main St., Wellsboro Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services at the funeral home Tuesday at 3 p.m. Rev. Duane Priset, officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Military services will be conducted under the direction of the Dewey Heichel W.F.W. Post. Surviving are wife, Mrs. Edith Burns Priset; daughter, Miss Carol Priset, at home; son, Duane Priset, Alton, N.Y.; mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Priset, Wellsboro; sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Boyden, Mrs. Mary Van Vilet, Mrs. Viola Swimelar, Mrs. Betty Wilson, all of Wellsboro, Mrs. Alice Mitchell, Covington, Pa., Mrs. Ruth Mitchell, Chemung, N.Y.; brothers, Oscar and Kenneth, both of Wellsboro, Joseph, Jersey City, N.J. Mr. Priset was a member and past commander of Dewey Heidhel Post No. 4907, V.F.W. He served with the Army Air Corps during World War II. He was married June 12, 1948 in Union City, Pa. to the former Edith Burns. Mr. Priset was employed at the Wellsboro Plant of Corning Glass Works.

PROBST
Sidney L. Age 88, of RD #1, Lawrenceville, PA, Friday, August 3, 2001 at Autumn Years Personal Care home, Millerton, PA. He was born April 21, 1913 in LockHaven, PA, the son of Fountan & Emma Vangunden Probst. He worked for 17 years as a serviceman for Baker's Hardware in Lawrenceville, PA. He also worked as a self-employed contractor. Survived by: "His wife of 55 years", Pauline; son, Eugene Barton, Lock Haven, PA; step-son, Ralph Tillinghast, Caton, NY; 9 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews & cousins. Friends are invited to call at the Kenyon Funeral Home, Inc., #214 West Main Street, Elkland, PA, Monday from 6-8 PM where funeral services will be conducted at 8:00 PM immediately following the visitation. Rev. Victor Perry Officiating. Interment in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston, Twp., Tioga Co., PA. Memorial donations may be made to the East Lawrence Baptist Church, Somers, Lane Road, Lawrenceville, PA and Meals on Wheels.

PURVIS –EDNA R. CHAMBERLAIN, age 95, of Covington, PA, died Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at Broad Acres Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Wellsboro, PA. She was born January 18, 1923 in Sullivan Twp., a daughter of Wilmot and Diantha (Ashley) Purvis. Edna celebrated 66 years of marriage to Olin L. Chamberlain who passed away on January 4, 2008. Together they founded Chamberlain's Bus Service and operated the business for 50 years. Edna was a member of the Mainesburg United Methodist Church. She enjoyed putting puzzles together, farming and driving bus. Edna is survived by 3 sons and a daughter-in-law, Bill and Carol of Covington, PA, Le (Ellen Neese) of Surfside, SC, and David Chamberlain of Wayland, NY; a son-in-law, Roger Smith of Mansfield, PA; a sister, Esther Cook of Rochester, NY; 7 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; 9 great great grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Sharon Smith in 2015; a daughter-in-law, Barb Chamberlain in 2008; a granddaughter, Kary Chamberlain in 1994; a grandson, Wade Chamberlain in 2016.  Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, June 9, 2018 from 2:00 to 3:00 P.M. at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. A funeral service will follow at 3:00 P.M. at the funeral chapel with her nephew, Rev. Tim Chamberlain officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mainesburg United Methodist Church, 100 Smith Park Rd., Mainesburg, PA. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA. –Funeral home obit

PURVIS, Edna R. - Edna R. Chamberlain, age 95, of Covington, PA, died Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at Broad Acres Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Wellsboro, PA. She was born January 18, 1923 in Sullivan Twp., a daughter of Wilmot and Diantha (Ashley) Purvis. Edna celebrated 66 years of marriage to Olin L. Chamberlain who passed away on January 4, 2008. Together they founded Chamberlain's Bus Service and operated the business for 50 years. Edna was a member of the Mainesburg United Methodist Church. She enjoyed putting puzzles together, farming and driving bus. Edna is survived by 3 sons and a daughter-in-law, Bill and Carol of Covington, PA, Le (Ellen Neese) of Surfside, SC, and David Chamberlain of Wayland, NY; a son-in-law, Roger Smith of Mansfield, PA; a sister, Esther Cook of Rochester, NY; 7 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; 9 great great grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Sharon Smith in 2015; a daughter-in-law, Barb Chamberlain in 2008; a granddaughter, Kary Chamberlain in 1994; a grandson, Wade Chamberlain in 2016. Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, June 9, 2018 from 2:00 to 3:00 P.M. at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. A funeral service will follow at 3:00 P.M. at the funeral chapel with her nephew, Rev. Tim Chamberlain officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mainesburg United Methodist Church, 100 Smith Park Rd., Mainesburg, PA 16932. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA. – Mansfield Gazette, 14 June 2018

PURVIS- EDRIE P. ABERNATHY (SRGP 22940)
 Edrie P. Abernathy, 83, of Mansfield, PA died Friday, August 28, 1992 at home. She ws born September 7, 1908 in Ward Township, Tioga County, PA, daughter of Samuel and Ettie Johnson Purvis. She was a member of Mainesburg Methodist Church adn the Mansfield 55 Plus Club. She is survived by sons and daughter-in-law, Leland of Elmira, NY, Richard and Linda of Wellsboro, PA; daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Tom Tice of Troy, PA; brothers, Herman Purvis of Breesport, NY and Robert Purvis of Wellsburg, NY; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, James W. Abernathy, in 1975. Funeral services were held at the Scureman Funeral Home in Mansfield August 31 with the Rev. Eugene A. Charsky officiating and burial to be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Township. (TGR, Thursday, September 3, 1992)

PURYEAR, Stuart W.
Age 74, of Box 76, Mainesburg, PA, Saturday, March 12, 1988, at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. Friends may call at the Scureman Funeral Home, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield, Monday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Funeral there Tuesday, 1 pm, the Rev, Robert Stump officiating. Burial, Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston. Survived by his wife, Nina Chamberlain Puryear; sons and daughters-in-law, Lester C. and Marge Puryear, Robert S. and Trudy Puryear all of Tioga, PA; daughters, Mrs. William C. (Nettle G. “Sis”) Mattison Jr. of Corning, NY, Mrs. Neil R. (Cynthia K.) Townsend of Mansfield, PA; sister, Mrs. R. Sands (Salena) How¬ard of Ashland, VA; brothers, Rufus Puryear of Glen Allen, VA, Herbert Lee Puryear of Rich¬mond, VA; 8 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews. Mr. Puryear was born March 16, 1913 in Hylas, son of George W. and Nettle Leadbet¬ter Puryear. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, World War II, member of the Mainesburg Meth¬odist Church, VFW of Mansfield, and the Civilian Conservation Corp of Luray, VA. Mr. and Mrs. Puryear would have celebrated their 49th Wedding Anniversary May 14, 1988. The family will furnish flowers, those who wish may make donations to the Mainesburg Methodist Church or the Troy Community Hospital.

STUART W. PURYEAR
Stuart W. Puryear, 74, of Box 76, Mainesburg, died Saturday, March 12,1988, at the Robert Packer Hospital In Sayre. Born March16, 1913, at Hylas, Va., he was the son of George W. and Nettle Leadbetter Puryear. A U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, he was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6757, Mans¬field. He was also a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps of Luray, Va. and a member of the Mainesburg United Methodist Church. He and his wife, the former Nina Chamberlain, observed their 48th wedding anniversary last May 14. Surviving, besides his wife, are two sons and daughters-in-law, Lester C. and .Marge Puryear and Robert S. and Trudy Puryear, all of Tioga; two daughters, Mrs. William C, (Nettle G. “Sis”) Mattison of Corning, N.Y. and Mrs. Neil R. (Cynthia K.) Townsend of Mansfield; a sister, Mrs. R. Sands (Salena) Howard of Ashland, Va.; two brothers, Rufus of Glen Allen, Va. and Herbert Lee of Richmond, Va.; eight grandchil¬dren; three great-grandchil¬dren; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held at the Scure¬man Funeral Home, 130 South Main Street, Mansfield, Tuesday, March 15. The Rev. Robert Stump, his pastor, officiated.       Tcmg

PUTMAN, Jeffrey Lawrence – Jeffrey Lawrence Putman, 11, of RD 4, Coatesville, Chester County, died Sunday, July 12, 1981, in Chester County Hospital, West Chester, following a lengthy illness. Born Oct. 22, 1969, in Wellsboro, he was a son of Ernest E. and Carolon L. Hackett Putman. Surviving are his mother, of RD 4, Coatesville; his father, of Campbell, NY; a sister, Miss Carol Ann, and brother, Scott, both at home; paternal grandfather, Mark Putman, of RD 5, Wellsboro; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Viola Putman of Olster; maternal grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Seymour Hackett, of Wellsboro, and paternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Henry Butler of Cedar Run; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. The funeral was held Wednesday at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro, with the Rev. Paul K. Jackson, pastor of Draper Baptist Church, officiating. Burial was in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, RD, Wellsboro. – Wellsboro Gazette, 15 July 1981

 

QUEAL, Patricia J. - Patricia "Pat" J. Cummings, age 75, of Tioga, PA, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2017 at her home. She was born on March 30, 1942 in Elmira, NY, a daughter of Warren F. Queal and Anna (Brewer) Queal. Patricia was the wife of George Cummings. She enjoyed flowers, collecting knick knacs, camping, and her greenhouse. Pat is survived by her husband, George; four sons, George Cummings of Tioga, Scott Cummings of Tioga, John (Lorrie) Cummings of Morris Run, Aaron Cummings of Wellsboro; a daughter, Jenell (Timothy) Pelton of Middlebury; 12 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; two brothers, Ronald (Theresa) Queal of Florida; Dennis (Patricia) Queal of New York, NY; a sister, Brenda (Robert) Bement of Millerton. She was preceded in death by her parents, and a son David Cummings. Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, July 27, 2017 from 11 AM to Noon at the Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to the Buckheit Funeral Chapel to assist with expenses. Burial will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. - Mansfield Gazette, 27 July 2017