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Friday, December 3, 2021

Recent Obituaries at Buckheit Funeral Chapel

Paul Allen Rogers

Date of Death: Thursday, December 2, 2021

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Francis Bartlett

Date of Death: Thursday, December 2, 2021

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Vicki Bernard

Date of Death: Thursday, December 2, 2021

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Leonard Kulish

Date of Death: Thursday, December 2, 2021

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Eugene F. House

Date of Death: Wednesday, December 1, 2021

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Hazel Conway

Date of Death: Wednesday, December 1, 2021

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Marlene S. Parthemer

Date of Death: Wednesday, December 1, 2021

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Dennis R. Paisley, 59, of Genesee, PA.

Dennis R. Paisley

Dennis R. Paisley, 59, of Genesee, passed away with his loving family by his side on Thursday, December 2, 2021, in UPMC Susquehanna Williamsport, after a battle with COVID-19.

Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.

James E. Heckel, 77, of Derrick City, PA

James E. Heckel

James E. Heckel, 77, of Derrick City, passed away on Friday, December 3, 2021 at his home.

He was born on November 19, 1944 in St. Louis, MO, a son of the late Edward and Delores Becker Heckel.

He was a 1962 graduate of the O’Fallon High School, O’Fallon, MO.

On June 13, 1981 in Belton, TX, he married Lisbeth A. Van Orden who survives.

He was a Vietnam veteran as well as a twenty seven year veteran of the U.S. Army; serving from 1965 until his honorable discharge in 1992. During his service he was stationed in Thailand, Vietnam, Germany (twice), South Korea (twice), Fort Bliss, TX, Ft. Hood, TX, Ft. Lewis, WA and Ft. Drum, NY.

In his free time he enjoyed welding, archery, hunting and fishing. He was a member of a local archery league and those that knew him know that he simply enjoyed life to the fullest.

Vietnam War Veteran

In addition to his wife of forty years, Lisbeth Heckel of Derrick City, he is also survived by three brothers, George (Sharon) Heckel of St. Louis, MO, Bill (Mary Ellen) Heckel of St. Louis, MO, Don (Debbie) Heckel of Herculaneum, MO; four sisters, Judy Almstedt, Carol Conry, Joan (John) Andrzejewski and Vicky (Bob) Egan all of St. Louis, MO, and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by two brother-in-laws, Carl Almstedt and Ernie Conry.

At the family’s request private services will be held at a future date.

Memorial contributions in his memory can be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.

Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.

William Charles Erich, 80, of St. Marys, PA.

William Charles Erich

William Charles Erich, 80, of St. Marys passed away peacefully on November 30, 2021 at Penn Highlands Elk.

Born in St. Marys to William George and Marie Schlimm Erich, he was a loving brother to Kathleen (Erich) Wood, Joann Erich, Wayne Erich, and Christine (Erich) Meier.

He attended Central High School and then went on to join the U.S. Navy aboard the U.S.S. Intrepid. Upon completing his service, he then attended TriState University in Michigan and Bryant and Stratton in Buffalo, New York to pursue a career in accounting.

After returning home to St. Marys, he accepted a job at Keystone Powdered Metal. Shortly thereafter, he met the love of his life, Sarah Garner, in church, and they were married in September of 1973. They welcomed their son, Matthew James, in November of 1975, and their daughter, Maura Rose, in October of 1983.

U.S. Navy Veteran

During his life, he was a devoted Catholic and an active member of both the St. Marys and Sacred Heart Parishes; a member of both the Knights of Columbus (where he served as Grand Knight in 1983) and the Protective Fraternal League. He was a caring neighbor and a supportive friend to many.

He enjoyed seeing his children marry, welcoming Amy Bloom Erich and Michael Pohland to the family, along with four grandchildren – Amelia Mae and Aiden James Erich, and Ava Micaela and Alexander Charles Pohland. He was also a loving uncle and great-uncle.

He was unfailingly devout in his faith and found simple joys in watching the birds or sitting around a campfire.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at 10:00 AM at the Sacred Heart Church, 337 Center Street, St. Marys, Pa with Rev. Thomas Curry, Pastor, officiating.

Military Honors will be accorded by the St. Marys Servicemens Burial Detail.

Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Monday, December 6, 2021 from 5:00-7:00 PM. The family requests that masks be worn and social distancing be observed.

Memorial Contributions may be made a favorite charity.

Lynch-Green Funeral Home, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, Pa 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be made to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com

Roger Edward KILIANSKI, 69, of Wellsville, NY, formerly of Little Genesee and Buffalo, NY.

Roger Edward KILIANSKI

Roger Edward KILIANSKI, 69, of Wellsville, NY, formerly of Little Genesee and Buffalo, died Thursday, December 2, 2021 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.

Born October 15, 1952, in Buffalo, he was the son of Edward and Margaret Weichsel Kilianski. He attended John F. Kennedy High School in Cheektowaga.

Surviving are: a daughter, Janet Kilianski; three grandchildren; three brothers, Fr. Edward Kilianski of Franklin WI, Donald (Pat) Kilianski of Live Oak, TX, and John (Kelly) Kilianski of Attica; two sisters-in-law, Gloria Kilianski and Susan Kilianski; nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a son, Roger Edward Kilianski, Jr.; and two brothers, Ronald Kilianski and Sgt. Major Richard Kilianski.

A memorial service will be held on a later date.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org or the Priests of the Sacred Heart, 7373 South Lovers Lanes Road, Franklin, WI, 53132.

Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.

Monica R. Goble, 89, of Bradford, formerly of Honesdale

Monica R. Goble

Monica R. Goble, 89, of Bradford, formerly of Honesdale, passed away on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at the Buffalo General Medical Center, Buffalo, NY.

She was born on March 22, 1932 in Honesdale, a daughter of the late Duane and Edith Rude Schwab.

She earned her LPN degree from the Keystone College, Scranton.

On November 9, 1949 in Honesdale, she married Virgil L. Goble who preceded her in death on July 31, 2012.

She was a member of the West Branch United Methodist Church, Bradford and an active supporter of the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. She was an avid reader; especially the bible and she also enjoyed cooking and sewing.

She is survived by two sons, Jonathan (Huong) Goble and James Goble, both of Bradford; four daughters, Linda (Dave) Roberts of Beach Lake, Bonnie LeStrange of Hawley, Kimlyn Travis of Clark’s Summit and Karen Goble of Waymart; two brothers, William (Marjorie) Schwab and James Schwab, both of Honesdale; fifteen grandchildren and many great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband she was also preceded in death by one daughter, Amy Milovan and one sister, Faye Mikulak.

Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc., Bradford.

Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.

Ridgway & Johnsonburg Dispatched to Structure Fire in Spring Creek Township

At 7:15 PM on Friday, Ridgway & Johnsonburg Fire Depts. have been dispatched to a fully involved camp structure fire at 240 Park Lantz Lane off Lake City Road in Spring Creek Township.

Tanker requested from Kersey.

Port Allegany Dispatched to CO Alarm Activation

At 6:35 PM on Friday, Port Allegany Fire Dept. dispatched to a carbon monoxide detector activation at 3787 Rt. 155.

Hinsdale, Westons Mills Dispatched To Possible House Fire

At 4:36 PM on Friday, Hinsdale & Westons Mills have been dispatched to 2676 Route 16 North for a possible structure fire. A pellet stove is smoking in the home.

Melissa M. “Missey” Burge, 52, of Clarendon, PA

Melissa Burge

Melissa M. “Missey” Burge, 52, of Clarendon, PA., died Thursday morning, December 2, 2021 at the Warren Manor Nursing Home, Warren, PA., after an extended illness.

A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.

James Michael Crowley, 83, of 5466 Route 59, Lewis Run, PA

James Michael Crowley

James Michael Crowley, 83, of 5466 Route 59, Lewis Run, PA passed away Monday, November 29, 2021, at the Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born April 3, 1938, in Bradford, he was the son of the late Howard J. and Catherine (Long) Crowley.

He was a 1956 graduate of Bradford Area High School.

On August 19, 1961, in St. Francis of Assisi Church, before Monsignor G. Carlton Ritchie, he married Janet Patricia (Winkler) Crowley, who survives.

Jim worked as an auto-mechanic at several dealerships in Bradford. He spent many years as an oil field contractor for several companies including, Pennzoil, Kinzua Energy Development, and Minard Run Oil Company.

Jim was a member of the National Rifle Association, and he was a former volunteer fireman for the Lafayette Township Volunteer Fire Department.

Surviving in addition to his wife, Janet of 60 years, are three children, Lynn (Tony) Height of Youngsville, NC, Michael (Holly) Crowley of Smethport, and Joseph (DiAnne) Crowley of Limestone, NY, seven grandchildren Michael (Kendall) Rinfrette of Kernersville, NC, Taylor Stephen of Youngsville, NC, Alex Height and Megan Height of Wake Forest, NC, Brooke Morgan and Alan Yeager of Smethport, Kyle Crowley (Danelle) of Allegany, NY and Kevin Crowley of Limestone, NY, six great-grandchildren, one sister Joanne (David) Schenkman, of Maryland, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Betty Jean Crowley and one brother, David Howard Crowley.

A private service was held for family with Fr. Jim Gutting, Senior Associate of St. Francis Church, officiating.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Memorial contributions if desired may be made to the Lafayette Township Volunteer Fire Department, or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Wayne O. Duree, 85, of Bradford, PA

Wayne O. Duree

Wayne O. Duree, 85, of Bradford, PA passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at The Pavilion at BRMC.

Born March 8, 1936, in Seminole OK, he was a son of the late Sam and Bertha (Staley) Duree.

Wayne graduated from St. Elmo High School in 1954. On June 9, 1956, in the Church of God in St. Elmo IL, he married Kay J. (Stolte) Duree who passed away on June 29, 2019.

He worked for Halliburton as a field supervisor for 33 years.

Wayne was a member of the Sawyer Evangelical Church, the Olney, IL Masonic Lodge #1040 F&AM, the Bradford Lodge # 749 F&AM, and the Coudersport Consistory.

He also volunteered at Christmas in July, the Oilman's Museum, and the American Cancer Society. He enjoyed reading, genealogy, working in his yard, but most of all spending time with his family.

Surviving are two daughters, Pam Hale, of Bradford, and Lisa (Carl) Larson, of Sanford, NC, nine grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, two daughters, Sherry Stewart, and Debra Crum, one great grandson Oliver Volk, two sisters, and three brothers.

Family will receive friends, on Friday, December 10, 2021, from Noon to 1:00pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 33 South Avenue. At 1:00pm funeral services will be held with Rev. Ernie Perry, retired Methodist minister officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the American Cancer Society, Emma's Footprints, Erie PA., or Sawyer Evangelical Church.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Steven R. Brant, 50, of Russell, PA

Steven Brant

Steven R. Brant, 50, of Russell, PA., died suddenly of natural causes, on Thursday afternoon, December 2, 2021 at UPMC Hamot, Erie, PA.

Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Thursday, December 9, 2021 from 6 to 7 P.M. followed by a Memorial Service.

A complete obituary will be announced when available.

A Christmas Bazaar will be held December 4th at St. Gabriels Catholic Church

Pictured are Karen Viozzi and Dee Buchanan with one of the crafts availalble at the Bazaar.

A Christmas Bazaar will be held December 4th from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. and from December 5th from 10 a.m. - noon at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church located at 203 Arnold Avenue in Port Allegany. The bazaar features homemade chili and soups to go, basket raffle,Chinese Auction, crafts, poinsettias and a White Elephant Sale. The annual raffle prizes are a weedeater, Echo show 5 and handmade afghan with tickets at $2/each.

Andrew "Andy" Joseph Pingie, 47, of 918 West Washington Street, Bradford, PA

Andrew "Andy" Joseph Pingie

Andrew "Andy" Joseph Pingie, 47, of 918 West Washington Street, Bradford, PA entered eternity, with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday, December 1, 2021, at home, surrounded by his loving family. He fought a courageous battle with brain cancer. The only scars in heaven are on the hands that hold him now.

Born August 10, 1974, in St. Francis Hospital, in Olean, NY, Andy was the son of the late Allen J. Pingie and Beth Tingue Monti, who survives.

On October 9, 2019, he married the true love of his life, Christene Kaper-Pingie, who survives. Together over the past eight years they enjoyed weekend mornings sitting on the porch with a cup of coffee, or going for a ride in his red 1923 T. Bucket.

He was a proud father of two daughters, Sarah Jade (Brock) Blovsky, of Olean, NY, and Faith Logan Pingie, of Bradford, whom he always made their lives a priority. They called him their "girl dad" because he loved doing all the girly things with them, even watching chick flicks. He also holds a special place in the hearts of all their friends who loved being around him.

Andy was always a hard worker from the age of 14, working after school at the hospital, and summers at Bradford Township and Pennhills.

After graduating from Bradford Area High School in 1991, he was employed with Allegheny Bradford Corporation where he learned his trade as a welder. From there he worked at Dresser Rand, in Olean, later joining Bradford Forest Products in 2000. One of his greatest accomplishments was designing and fabricating a portable collapsing bridge for Bradford Forest Products. In 2007 he began employment at Dresser Manufacturing, in Bradford, where he worked as a welder until February 2021, leaving due to his declining health. There he held positions of steward and recording secretary in the John F. Kennedy Union Lodge No. 1644.

He was a self-taught fabricator of wrought iron and many of his creations and designs are at many homes in the areas as well as the ones he enjoyed doing at Glendorn. Andy was known for his gift of gab and quick wit and humor. He could strike up a conversation with complete strangers and was always willing to give a helping hand to anyone who needed it. He was a member of St. Bernard Church.

Also surviving is Scott Allen Pingie (Julie Schoeneman), of Bradford, Michael B. Monti, of Bradford, Melissa K. Monti Young (Stafford), of NC, Lynn M. Monti Malling, of NC, Patrick C Monti (Heather), of Bradford, Jeffrey Gabel (Cathy), of Bradford, and Jodie Gabel, of Lewis Run, stepmother, Debbie Pingie, of Lewis Run, and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Harold and Helen Tingue, paternal grandparents, John and Margurite Pingie, his father Al Pingie, stepfather Bruce Monti, and uncles, Paul N. Pingie and F. Scott Tingue.

Friends will be received on Monday, December 6, 2021, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 372 East Main Street, Bradford.

Memorial contributions if desired may be made to CARE for Children, PO Box 616, Bradford, PA 16701

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

The Port Allegany Music Department will present a Holiday Band Concert December 3rd

Pictured (left to right) are members of the Junior High Concert Band - Lillianne Reed, Kaydence Beaver, Haliy Dowell and Gianna Glasgow - with some of the food they have collected for PACS.

The Port Allegany Music Department will present a Holiday Band Concert featuring the Elementary Bands, Junior High Band, Senior High Jazz Band and the Senior High Band Friday, December 3 at 7:30 p.m.in the Port Allegany High School Auditorium. The concert is free and open to the public.

However, it is requested that each attendee make a donation to PACS. Two food items or a suggested donation of $3 per person. Suggested items for PACS include cake or cookie mixes, cereal, canned goods, sweet potatoes or vegetables of any kind, or other things your family enjoys during the holiday season. Masks are required for audience members.

Ulysses Community Christmas has been cancelled due to Covid

Ulysses Community Christmas has been cancelled due to Covid and several participants have had to cancel. We regret having to cancel.

Thanks,
Ulysses Area Improvement

Roulette Fire Hall Annual Craft Show Saturday, Dec. 4th

The Indoor Potter County Farmers Market, located at the Riley Gallery, next to Hotel Crittenden, open this Saturday, December 4th, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Here is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:

ME and my Boys will be there on Saturday. We will have a selection of goat milk-based products that include soap bars, shampoo bars, lotions, bath bombs and lip balm. For more information contact Michele at meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page at me and my boy's soap.

Alpaca Creations will be a vendor at the Market this Saturday, bringing new, bright colors of yarns, insoles, socks of a variety of sizes and designs, hand-knit headbands, mittens, mitts, hats, neck warmers, scarves, and alpaca bears! Accepting Credit or Debit. Questions: alpacas@zitomedia.net, or https://alpacas75.wixsite.com/website, or by calling 814-601-0049

Card Creek Bakery is planning to have some breads and farm fresh brown eggs there. If you would like to place an order, for more information contact Netra at 814-544-7313, or by emailing Netra at netrabaker@hughs.net.

Blue Marble Farm will have salad turnips, radishes, beets, winter squash, onions, garlic and more. For more information contact Lisa at bluemarbefarm@outlook.com

Shop local!!

Pictures With Santa Today At The A&W West End Grill In Coudersport

Curt Weinhold will set up a studio for Santa Pictures this Dec 1st, 2nd, and 3rd from 5:00 until 7:00 or until we are done. We will keep a covid safe operation by being outside, requiring masks (except during the photograph), and social distancing.

The set-up will be behind the A&W West End Grill on route 6. Park on the right side and you will find a lighted path to the Patio in the rear. Three outside heaters will be set up and the area is under the roof.

There is a $25 sitting fee which includes a package of photos of your choice. You can take your own photos as well.

Reservations help us manage the line for safety. These reservations are at 15 minute intervals. Send me a text at 655-6319 or email coudysanta@gmail.com and request a date/time. I need a phone nr and email address if you have one. (I hope to have an online appointment calendar where you can see which slots are open and then reserve your slot.

Walk-ins are accepted but reservations have priority. We will stay until everyone has seen Santa.

Love and Cheers,

Curt and Santa

Roulette Ambulance to Trout Brookj Road

At 8:33 AM on Friday, Roulette Ambulance has been called to Trot Brook Road for a possible CVA.

Coudersport Ambulance to Sweden Valley Manor

At 8:30 AM on Friday, Coudersport Ambulance has been called to Sweden Valley Manor for a possible CVA.

Roulette Ambulance to Maple Street

For difficulty breathing.

Cameron County Children and Youth Services has an immediate opening for a County Caseworker 1 position

Alfred State College Of Technology Is Hiring An Instructor

2022 Officers of Smethport Fire Dept.

Congratulations to the 2022 officers of the Smethport Fire Department

Chief 2 Wayne Foltz

210. Jimmy Neely

220 Randy Taylor

230 Rich McDowell

240 Tom Field

250 James Taylor

Safety Ofc Jeff Young

Fire Police Cpt Jim Dougherty

President Steve Field

Vice Pres Ed Hairston

Secretary Ted Mead

Treasurer Charlie Jones

Trustee 3yr Walt Wilcox

Leadership Potter County Is Back

Truck-Lite Is Seeking Applicants For A Full-Time Process Setup Position

Come See Santa At The First Presbyterian Church In Port Allegany December 5th

Morgan Advanced Material Is Having Open Interviews Thursday, December 9th

Come to Galeton and Save $$$ At North Central Supply & The Shops of Quarter West

North Central Supply and The Shops of Quarter West, 25 West St., Galeton, Pa. Open Tues-Friday 10-5, Sat. 9-4. Some new items in ... Lots of prehung doors ready to install.. Lots of new Spring decor and farmhouse primitives at Grammy's Shack.. New washer, dryers refrigerators and gas and electric ranges.. Save money and make the drive to Galeton! Nobody beats our prices..period! 25 West St Galeton, Pa. Open Tuesday-Friday 10-5 Sat. 9-4 25 quarterwest@gmail.com