Obituaries

Feb 8, 2026

Kristen L. (Maines) Meyer, 46, fell into the loving arms of Jesus on Sunday February 8th, 2026 at home in Pine City, NY after a long 7-year battle with breast cancer.

Kristen is survived by her parents Robert “Mike” and Barbara (Brown) Maines of Pine City, NY and her sister Kelly, with fiancé Jason of Beaver Falls PA, and their children...

Jan 28, 2026

Bernard Elwood Barnes, Jr., a lifelong resident of Elmira, NY, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, in his hometown at the age of 73. Born on September 30, 1952, in Elmira, he was the son of the late Bernard Elwood Barnes, Sr., and Olive (Hanna) Barnes. A dedicated craftsman, Bernard worked for many years as a painter with Cook's...

Jan 2, 2026

Warren G. Smith Jr. of Gillet, Pennsylvania, passed away on January 2, 2026. Warren was born in November 1932 in Camden, New Jersey and lived in Mount Laurel, New Jersey until he moved to Gillet, Pennsylvania in 1996. Warren proudly served as a paratrooper with a rank of Sergeant with the U.S. Army Airborne Delta 504th Infantry Regiment out of...

Dec 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Louis C. "Lou" Turner, who left this world peacefully on December 20, 2025, at the age of 85, in Lowman, NY. Lou was born on September 9, 1940, in Brockton, MA, to loving parents Louis Turner and Betha Fuller, both of whom preceded him in death.

A man of dedication...

Dec 20, 2025

Mary (Kathy) Brand, 69, of Lakeville, PA passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 14, 1956 in Elmira, NY, to the late Richard A. and Marlene (Darrow) Whitson. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Shirley Morrow and brother in law, Butch Drugg. She was a...

Dec 11, 2025

Pastor Harold C. Milks, devoted servant of the Lord, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, in Lowman, NY, at the age of 97.

Born on June 24, 1928, born in Ward Township, Tioga County PA, to Harold E. and Phebe J. (Rozell) Milks, Harold was a man of faith and dedication. He spent his early years in Ward Township, later...

Nov 27, 2025

Diana Marie (Cortright) Ness, of Wellsburg, NY, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025, at Robert Packer Hospital, surrounded by her husband and children. She was born on March 11, 1946, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Irene (Goodrich) and Kenneth Clearwater. After her mother married John “Jack” Cortright, he lovingly adopted Diana, and she was raised in Spencer, NY as...

Nov 10, 2025

James Michael "Jim" Mott, of Gillett, PA, born on November 15, 1958, in Elmira, NY, passed away on November 10, 2025, in Sayre, PA. He was 66 years old.

Jim owned his own car dealership, earning the respect and trust of his community through his dedication and integrity. In his youth, Jim had a passion for racing and proudly owned his...

Nov 3, 2025

Philip E. McLain, 82, of Harrisburg, PA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Novemer 3, 2025 at his home. Services are private and are entrusted to the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc. Wellsburg, NY. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Phil's memory to: https://www.mercyships.org/get-involved/

Oct 29, 2025

Ernest “Ernie” Zimmer Jr., 67, of Gillett, PA, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025, at Bradford Hills Manor.

Born on March 20, 1958, in Elmira, NY, Ernie was the son of the late Ernest Zimmer Sr. and Joan (Murdoch) Zimmer. On June 21, 1986, he married the love of his life, Marie J. (Steil) Zimmer, and together they built a...

Oct 26, 2025

Delores Jane (Crompton) Coles, 95, of Lowman, passed away on October 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on April 19, 1930, in Hartford, PA, she was the daughter of Burton and Doris (Forsythe) Crompton.

On August 13, 1949, Delores married William Coles. Together they owned and operated Sigsbee’s Food Market in Elmira Heights until 1994. Bill preceded Delores in death...

Oct 8, 2025

Kyle Matthew Zabady, 38, of Gillett, passed away on October 8, 2025, at the Robert Packer Guthrie Hospital, surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with ALS.

Born on December 30, 1986, in Sayre, he was the son of Donald and Cheryl (Perry) Zabady.

Kyle enjoyed motorcycles, sports, and especially spending time with his dogs. He truly loved helping others and...

Oct 2, 2025

Marion L. Kelly, 91, of Wellsburg, NY, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 2, 2025. Born on August 21, 1934, in Towanda, PA, Marion was the daughter of the late Howard and Faith Murphy.

Marion was a proud graduate of Towanda High School. Over the years, she worked diligently at Remington Rand, the Tomahawk Restaurant, The Village Tavern, Iszard’s Tea Room,...

Sep 14, 2025

Paul S. Woodard, 75, passed away on September 14, 2025, after a short illness. He was born on December 27, 1949, in Elmira, NY to Joan (Smith) and Edward Woodard. Paul was a devoted husband, dad, brother and son.

Paul leaves behind his wife, Julie, daughters Heidi (Larry) Lightsey, and Heather (Scott) Fletcher, grandchildren Brandon (Kayana) and Emily Yarrison, Ethan and...

Sep 13, 2025

Dorothy M. (Wood) Burchard, 95, of Gillett, PA, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 22, 1930, in Sandy Hook, CT, she was the daughter of John and Edith (Andraws) Wood, Sr.

Dorothy is survived by a daughter Bonnie (Mark) Rightmire, of Gillett, son Stanley Burchard, of Belleview, Fl., grandchildren: Dorothy...

Sep 7, 2025

Neal Albert Halstead, a pillar of the community and beloved family member, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025, at Sayre Health Care in Sayre, Pennsylvania, at the age of 95. Born on May 27, 1930, in Rochester, New York, Neal lived a life marked by dedication to his family, faith, and community service.

A proud veteran...

Sep 3, 2025

Terry Lynn Hackenberg, II, affectionately known as Lynnie, 37, of Gillett, PA, passed away on Wednesday September 3rd, 2025 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. He was the husband of Kayla A Hackenberg. Lynnie and Kayla were married September 21st, 2012. He was born on February 7th, 1988 in Lock Haven, PA, son of Terry (sr) and...

Aug 13, 2025

Matt Bogdan, of Barton, NY, went to be with the Lord on August 13, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on March 15, 1935, in White Pine, Montana, he was the son of William and Anna (Jasso) Bogdan. After high school, Matt enlisted in the United States Army, receiving an honorable discharge for his service from 1954 to...

Aug 9, 2025

Stephen "Steve" E. Price, a cherished resident of the Berwick Turnpike in Milan, PA, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA, at the age of 67.

Steve was born on November 12, 1957, in Elmira, NY, to his loving parents, the late Donald and Phyllis (Clark) Price. He was...

Jul 18, 2025

Timothy Robert Boehm, 37, of Horseheads, NY, passed away on July 18, 2025, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center.

Timothy was born on February 23, 1988, in Sayre, PA, and was the son of Donald and Terri (Cranmer) Boehm, Jr. Tim was a graduate of Waverly High School, class of 2006.

He was employed at...