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Florence Catherine (Chandler)  Langeland

Florence Catherine (Chandler) Langeland

Jun 24, 2017

Florence Catherine Langeland, 80, of Ridgebury, PA, passed away pain free on Saturday, June 24, 2017 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY after her battle with breast cancer.  She was the loving wife of Raymond Langeland. The couple married September 11, 1954 and had 62 happy years together.

Florence was born on...

Carol Ann Bundy

Carol Ann Bundy

Jun 11, 2017

Carol Ann Bundy of Wellsburg, NY passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2017 at 79 years of age with her loving husband of 53 years at her side.

Carol will be joining her beloved daughter Debra Ann Sherry and grandson Jonathon Sherry. Carol is survived by her husband John, son in law Jon Sherry of...

Virginia L. (Hall)  Simon

Virginia L. (Hall) Simon

May 28, 2017

Virginia L. (Hall) Simon, 84, of Ridgebury, PA passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2017 at the Bradford County Manor.  She was the loving wife of Paul A. Simon whom she married May 12, 1978.  A memorial service to honor Virginia’s life is planned for a later date.  The Roberts Funeral Home, Inc. 279 Main Street Wellsburg,...

Lawrence E. Musto

Lawrence E. Musto

May 20, 2017

Lawrence E. Musto, 81, of 926 Hoffman Hollow Road, Lowman, NY passed away on May 20, 2017 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. There will be no services as suggested by Larry. The Roberts Funeral Home, Inc. 279 Main Street Wellsburg, NY has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Greta Lila (Clark)  Elston

Greta Lila (Clark) Elston

Apr 15, 2017

Greta Lila (Clark) Elston, 74, of Chemung, NY, passed away Saturday, April 15, 2017 at her home surrounded by her family.  She was the loving wife of Wilson E. Elston.  The couple married August 26, 1961 and had 55 happy years together.

Greta was born on November 24, 1942 in the Town of Barton, NY,...

Laura M. (Lamb)  Allen

Laura M. (Lamb) Allen

Mar 9, 2017

Laura M. (Lamb) Allen, Age 85, formerly of Main Street, Wellsburg, NY passed away Thursday, March 9, 2017 at Elderwood of Waverly. Laura was born October 5, 1931 in Canton, PA daughter of the late Ellery and Marion (Smith) Lamb. She was married to the late Philip D. Allen, Sr. and was a nurse’s aide at Lambs Convalescent Adult...

Robert C. Bowman

Robert C. Bowman

Mar 3, 2017

Robert C. Bowman, 88, of Sayre, PA and formerly of Centerville, PA, passed away on Friday, March 3, 2017 at the Robert Packer Hospital.  He was the loving husband of Harriet (Combs) Bowman. The couple married January 29, 1948 and had 69 happy years together.

Bob was born on March 27, 1928 in Wellsburg, NY,...

Joyce L. (Douglas)  Colwell

Joyce L. (Douglas) Colwell

Mar 1, 2017

Joyce L. (Douglas) Colwell, 88, of Ridgebury, PA, passed away on March 1, 2017 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA.  She was the loving wife of the late Kenneth L. Colwell, Sr. who passed away 1990. The couple married in 1949 and had 41 happy years together.

Joyce was born on January 3,...

Eleanor A. (Cernohorsky)  Shaw

Eleanor A. (Cernohorsky) Shaw

Feb 28, 2017

Eleanor A. (Cernohorsky) Shaw, 78 of Elmira, NY, passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Eleanor was born on April 27, 1938 in Elmira, daughter of the late Joseph and Eleanor (Haven) Cernohorsky.  She worked as a machinist for Harding Brothers in Elmira Heights until her retirement in 2003.  She enjoyed...

Shirley J. Evans

Shirley J. Evans

Feb 21, 2017

Shirley J. Evans, Age 74, of Stringham Road, Gillett, PA, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Sayre Heath Care Center. Shirley was born May 20, 1942 in Clarion, PA daughter of the late William & Katie Sayers. Shirley was married to Steven Evans on October 22, 1966 upon his return from the service and enjoyed 50 years...

Joy S. Dixon

Joy S. Dixon

Dec 14, 2016

Joy S Dixon, 79, of Wellsburg, NY passed away December 14, 2016 following a long battle with Alzheimer's. Joy is survived by her husband of 59 years, Ronald Guy Dixon; daughters, Ronda Brown and Shari (Jerry) Picarazzi; her grandchildren, Shane Smithmen, Nathan and Kyle Dixon, Shayla Hurd and 5 great grandchildren. Joy retired from the Elmira City School District...

Roger A. Jock

Roger A. Jock

Nov 25, 2016

Roger A. Jock, 81, of Lowman, NY, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2016 at the Sayre Health Care Center.  He was born on March 22, 1935 in Cornwall, NY, son of the late Frank and Martha (Van Buskirk) Jock.  He was owner/operator of Roger’s Sports Center until his retirement. He was a member of the Sons of the...

Doris H. Morris

Doris H. Morris

Nov 5, 2016

Doris H. Morris, Age 97, formerly of Wellsburg, passed away Saturday, November 5, 2016 at Elderwood of Waverly. Doris was born September 19, 1919 in Burlington Township PA daughter of the late Seward M. and Ethel M. (Hamilton) Haight. She was a graduate of local schools. She was married to the late William Morris who passed away March 25,...

Andrew Scott Rickert

Andrew Scott Rickert

Oct 11, 2016

Andrew Scott Rickert, 46, of Athens, PA, passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at his home surrounded by his family.  He was the loving husband of Renee J. (Smith) Rickert whom he married October 3, 2015 and shared his life with for 17 years.

Andrew was born on May 14, 1970 in Lockport, NY,...

Diane E. Stein

Diane E. Stein

Oct 8, 2016

Diane E. Stein, Age 65, of Dug Road, Columbia Cross Roads, PA, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2016 at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY. She was born October 10, 1950 in Kittanning, PA daughter of the late Jack & Irene (Sekres) Roberts. She was married to Alfred “Al” Stein on May 10 1050 and celebrated 47 years together. Diane...

Gordon V. Carpenter

Gordon V. Carpenter

Sep 24, 2016

Gordon V. Carpenter, Age 87, of Southport, NY passed away Saturday, September 24, 2016 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Gordon was born April 6, 1929 in Elmira son of the late Norman & Fannie (Morgan) Carpenter. He was a veteran of the US Army serving in the Korean War from 1952 to 1954 and then continued his service in the...

Robert A. May

Robert A. May

Sep 15, 2016

Robert A. May, 91, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2016.  He was the loving husband of the late Betty (Watson) May who passed away August 6, 1996.

Robert was born on May 7, 1925 in Elmira, son of the late Joseph B. and Nettie (Bartlett) May.  He was a South Side...

Alice L. Walmsley

Alice L. Walmsley

Sep 12, 2016

Alice L. (Kelley) Walmsley, Age 81, of Ridgebury Township, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, September 12, 2016. Alice was born September 10, 1935 in Towanda daughter of the late Lawrence and Mary E. (Bullock) Kelley. She attended Towanda Schools and was married to George L. Walmsley.  She was previously employed at Bradley Farms in Southport. Alice was...

William John Andrews

William John Andrews

Sep 4, 2016

William John “Bill” Andrews, 37, of Cayuta, NY, passed away after an accident on Sunday, September 4, 2016.  He was the loving husband of Sarah Hope (Thomson) Andrews.  The couple married July 26, 2003 and had 13 happy years together.

Bill was born on July 28, 1979 in Ithaca, NY, son of Jean Marie (Pearson)...

Sidney W. Roberts

Sidney W. Roberts

Aug 11, 2016

Sidney W. Roberts, Age 77, of Elmira formerly of Horseheads, passed away Thursday, August 11, 2016 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Sidney was born May 30, 1939 in Elmira son of the late James H. and Gladys Rose (Becks) Roberts. He attended local schools and entered the US Army in 1962 and was honorably discharged in 1964. Sidney...

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