Obituaries

Apr 7, 2025

Diane A.(Kipp) Kelly, 77, of Gillett, PA, passed away on April 7, 2025, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA.

Born on January 26, 1948, in Sayre, she was a daughter of Andrew and Eliza (Cowell) Kipp.

Diane was a graduate of North East Bradford High School, class of 1966.

She married...

Apr 6, 2025

Robert Scott Thorp passed away at the age of 78 after a period of declining health. He was born in Troy, Pa. on December 29, 1946, son of the late, Robert and Lucile Baldwin Thorp. Scott was employed for several years with Ribstone Silos and then at Kennedy Valve where he retired after 44 years.

In retirement...

Feb 22, 2025

Melody Lee (Peckens) Freeman, born on June 4, 1960, in Elmira, NY, passed away peacefully at her home in Ridgebury on February 22, 2025, at the age of 64.

Melody dedicated her career to caring for others as a nurse at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Her compassion and dedication touched the lives of many patients and colleagues...

Feb 14, 2025

Gary E. Cavanaugh, 82, of Gillett, PA, was called to his Heavenly home on February 14, 2025.

He was born on October 3, 1942 in Wellsboro, PA and was the oldest child of William Sr. and Virginia (Spencer) Cavanaugh.

Gary was a 1961 graduate of SRU High School in East Smithfield, PA. He was employed...

Jan 23, 2025

Gayle Ann (Davies) Blanchard, a cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, in Elmira, NY. She was 83 years old. Born on September 17, 1941, in Washington DC, Gayle lived a life marked by her dedication to family, faith, and compassionate care for others.

Gayle devoted much of her professional...

Jan 6, 2025

Lester E. “Jim” Campbell age 83 of Wellsburg New York passed away on January 6, 2025 at Elderwood Nursing Facility. Lester was born in Williamsport PA and graduated from Southside High School in Elmira. He retired from Sheet Metal Workers local #112 at Collins & Walton Plumbing and Heating. He was a body and fender man and owned Les...

Jan 4, 2025

Everett A. Shock, 89, of Wellsburg, passed away on January 4, 2025 at his residence with his wife Elsie by his side. He was born on February 20, 1935 in Brownsville, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Alfred and Mildred (Redmond) Shock. Everett worked for General Electric as a young man and worked for many years at...

Nov 24, 2024

Sylvia D. Smith, 97, passed away on November 24, 2024 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Born on June 5, 1927 in Wellsburg, NY, she was the daughter of William and Nettie (Buell) Denton. Sylvia married Robert Smith on June 29, 1948 who preceded her in death in 2012. She worked many years for Rosenbaum's Advertising in Elmira as...

Nov 15, 2024

John J. Liptak,  passed away at the age of 85 on November 15, 2024, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Born on December 21, 1938, in Middlesex, NJ, John led a life marked by dedication, hard work, and love for his family and community. A proud veteran, John served his country with honor in the US...

Oct 27, 2024

Katherine Irene (Doan) McKerrow went home to be with her loving Father our Lord Jesus Christ on October 27, 2024, following declining health due to a long battle with cancer.

She was born on January 10, 1938 in Wellsburg and was a daughter of the late John and Violet (Gonzales) Doan. She worked at Westinghouse along with...

Oct 19, 2024

Elizabeth M. "Marie" (King) Blitz, of Wellsburg, NY, a devoted family matriarch and a cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2024, in Sayre, Pennsylvania, at the age of 89. She now rests peacefully in the loving arms of our Heavenly Father. Born on April 29, 1935, in Nichols, New York, Marie was the beloved...

Oct 9, 2024

It is with deep sorrow our dear mother Patricia Ann Cole-Hanson sadly passed away on October 9th , at the age of 83. She was a wonderful mother who was often there to offer support, wisdom, and love in abundance. She’s leaving behind a legacy of Wonderful children, kindness and strength. She’s predeceased by grandmother Ida Mable Cole, grandfather...

Oct 8, 2024

Julia E. (Klein) Ulrich, 89, of Gillett, PA, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of the late Louis A. Ulrich who passed away May 25, 2021. Julia was born on April 7, 1935 in Somerville, NJ, daughter of the late Albert and Mary (Vercheck) Klein, Sr....

Aug 28, 2024

John Andrew "Jack" Owen, born on May 14, 1942, in Elmira, NY, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side at "Camp" their home, on August 28, 2024, at the age of 82.

Jack dedicated many years of his life to educating young minds as a teacher at Athens Area School District. Prior to that, he...

Aug 28, 2024

Helena L. (Bowers) Barr, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2024, in Lowman, NY, at the age of 101. Born on April 4, 1923, in Hornell, NY, Helena lived a life filled with love, dedication, and service to her family and community. Helena was a devoted homemaker who took immense pride in caring for her home and loved ones....

Jun 28, 2024

Shirley A. (Matison) Divel. 87 of Gillett, PA passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. She was the loving wife of John L. Divel. The couple married in August of 1973 and had 50 happy years together. Shirley was born on September 11, 1936 in Ithaca, NY, daughter of the...

Jun 13, 2024

Gerald "Gerry" M. Tillotson, 82, of Lowman, passed away on June 13, 2024 at the Robert Packer Hospital. Born on March 25,1942 in Elmira, NY, he was the son of Morrell and Helen (Myslivecek) Tillotson. He was a graduate of Southside High School. On March 30,1962 he married the love of his life, Doris Becraft in Elmira, NY at...

Jun 8, 2024

Melissa A. (Henry) Ashby, 52, of Milan, PA, passed away on June 8, 2024, at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. She was born on April 7, 1972, in Sayre, PA, daughter of the late Mary (Warren) Henry and Thomas Henry of Bentley Creek, PA. Melissa retired from her work in Human Resources at Cabinet Works in Sayre. She...

May 2, 2024

Mr. Lawrence John Detrick, Sr., peacefully passed away at his home in Ridgebury, PA, on May 3, 2024. He was surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Detrick was 89 years old at the time of his passing. He was the loving husband of the late Rachel Ann (Sheffer) Detrick who passed away November 28, 2020. The couple married November...

Apr 14, 2024

Mary L. (Moore) Hughson, of Wellsburg, NY, beloved wife of the late Albert B. Hughson, passed away on April 14, 2024, in Elmira, NY, at the age of 90.

Born on April 4, 1934, in Elmira, NY, Mary dedicated her life to serving others through her work experiences, including her roles at Thatcher’s, H&R Block, and as...