Obituaries

Mar 13, 2015

John E. Spicer, Age 96, of Southport, passed away Friday, March 13, 2015 a day after he turned 96. He was born in Elmira on March 12, 1919 son of the late Charles & Catherine (Plum) Spicer. He was a graduate of Southside High School and following school served his country in the US Army Air force during WW II...

Feb 24, 2015

Kenneth W. Hughes, Age 91 of  Elmira, NY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Ken was born May 7, 1923 in Nelson Twp., PA.  The eldest of ten children and the son of the late William Clarence and Louisa (Jones) Hughes, he was a big part in helping the family when they...

Feb 13, 2015

Kenneth E. Smith, 82, of Elmira, passed away peacefully Friday, Feb 13, 2015 with his loving wife of 26 years, Patricia A. Smith, by his side. He was surrounded by his family, all who loved him dearly. He is predeceased by his sister Shirley; survived by sisters Nancy, Charlotte and Minerva ; Son Kenny Jr. (Flo) and daughter, Tina (Todd)...

Jan 5, 2015

William “Bill” Ray Owen, Age 64, of Ridgebury Township passed away Monday, January 5, 2015, very unexpectedly at home. Bill was born June 10, 1950, son of the late Elmo “Cuffy” and Helen (McCarthy) Owen. He was a graduate of SRU High School and worked in his early years at Durabuilt and Sperry Rail.  Previous to his retirement, he was...

Dec 31, 2014

Glen A. Guiles, Jr. Age 66 of Columbia Cross Roads, PA passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Glen was born April 13, 1948 in Elmira, NY son of the late Glen A. and Norma (Bailey) Guiles. He grew up the only boy in a household of seven sisters. Following graduation from Troy High School Glen...

Dec 29, 2014

Richard L. “Dick” Janowsky, 75, of Ridgebury, PA, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, December 29, 2014 from his home surrounded by his family.  He was the loving husband of Linda L. (Cragle) Janowsky.  The couple married November 12, 1966 and had 48 wonderful years together. Dick was born on September 5, 1939 in Elmira, NY, son...

Nov 16, 2014

Rena C. (Spear) Northrop, 74, of Ridgebury Township, PA, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2014 at her home surrounded by her family.  She was the loving wife of Cassel J. Northrop.  The couple married August 2, 1963 and had 51 happy years together. Rena was born on August 31, 1940 in Elmira, NY daughter of the late Ralph and...

Oct 26, 2014

Folkers, William J. 09/19/1954 Ridgebury, PA:  The angels came for Bill on October 26, 2014. Bill leaves behind his devoted wife of 34 years Linda Nichols Folkers, his two sons who are his pride and joy, James Folkers (Sheena) and Nicholas Folkers and his precious grandchildren (Jim’s) Abby and Aaron Folkers.  Bill is also survived by his loving mother Clara...

Sep 19, 2014

nk C. Mahler, 90, of Erin, NY passed away on Friday, September 19, 2014 at the Elderwood Nursing Home in Waverly, NY.  He was born on October 1, 1923 in Alpine, NY, son of the late Adolph and Mable (Saunders) Mahler.  He was a farmer his whole life along with his wife, the late Leona M. (Bogenrief) Mahler. Frank is...

Sep 17, 2014

Anne (Hanrahan) Coles of Lowman 10/7/1966 With all of our love and the pieces of our hearts, Anne traveled to heaven on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 Anne leaves behind her husband, “her soul mate”, Michael Coles, and the “loves, the joys, and the lights of her life” her children Jacob, Michael, and Megan. Anne is also survived by her loving...

Sep 13, 2014

Melvin R. Feathers, Age 80, of Monkey Run Road, Gillett, PA passed away Saturday, September 13, 2014 at home with his loving family at his side. Melvin was born September 3, 1934 in Sayre son of the late Roger & Bernice (Palmer) Feathers. He attended East Smithfield Schools and was married to the former Joan M. Jennings on September 21,...

Sep 10, 2014

Barbara Ann Roth, Age 76, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at Elderwoods, Waverly, NY. Barbara was born May 20, 1938 in Berwick, PA daughter of the late Andrew & Stella (Veshka) Horvat. She was a graduate of Berwick High School. Barbara was an employee of Woodbrook Adult Home in Elmira where she worked as an activities and crafts coordinator....

Sep 6, 2014

Roger L. Serfas, Age 61, of Ulster, PA passed away at home on Saturday, September 6, 2014. Roger was born March 28, 1953 in Elmira, NY son of Lewis Serfas and Lorraine (Purvis) Serfas Russell. He was a graduate of SRU high school and was employed as a propane technician for Williams Oil of the past 17 years. Roger was...

Aug 22, 2014

Michael R. Smith, 65, of Wellsburg, NY passed away on Friday, August 22, 2014 at his home.  Mike was born on April 18, 1949 in Elmira, NY, son of the late Robert J. “Perch” Smith and Sylvia L. (Denton) Smith of Wellsburg.  He was a South Side High School graduate.  Mike served his country in the US Marine Corps and...

Aug 6, 2014

Julia “Judy” (Robinson) Rinebold, 76, of Ridgebury Township, PA, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2014 from her daughter’s home with her family by her side.  She was the loving wife of H. Martin “Marty” Rinebold.  The couple married January 26, 1956 and had 58 happy years together. Judy was born on November 16, 1937 in Elmira, NY, daughter of...

Jul 28, 2014

Richard A. Weaver, Age 64, of Wilawana Road, Chemung, NY, passed away Monday, July 28, 2014 at the Troy Hospital. Richard was born September 13, 1949 at Ft. Brag, NC. He served his country during the Vietnam War with the US Marine Corps. from 1968 to 1971. He was married to the former Peggy L. Stoquert and they have celebrated...

Jun 22, 2014

WELLSBURG- Afton B. Chamberlain, 86, of Bentley Creek, PA, went to be with his Lord on Sunday, June 22, 2014 from the Bradford County Manor with his family by his side.  He was the loving husband of Bernice (Bristol) Chamberlain.  The couple married November 1, 1950 and had 63 happy years together.

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Jun 21, 2014

WELLSBURG- Paul D. Clark, owner of Paul’s Sales and Service in Wellsburg, NY went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, June 21, 2014 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA.  He was the loving husband of Helen L. (Whitesell) Clark.  The couple married August 2, 1958 and had 55 happy years together.

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Apr 29, 2014

WELLSBURG, NY - Mary E. May, Age 89, of Bucks Creek Road, Gillett, PA entered Gods heavenly kingdom on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at home following an extended illness. Mary was born August 16, 1924 in Troy PA daughter of the late Harry F. and Sarah (Corey) Nice. She was a graduate of Colorado Springs High School and completed...

Apr 29, 2014

WELLSBURG, NY - Ronald E. Cooper, Age 69, of Monkey Run Road, Gillett, PA passed away on April 29, 2014 at the Bradford County Manor. Ron was born December 26, 1944 in Elmira NY son of the late Lester and Arretta (Everson) Cooper. He was a graduate of S.R.U. high school. Ron was retired from the United States Postal...