Hugh S. Champaign
Hugh S. Champaign, age 85, of Wellsboro, died on Wednesday, May 9, 2007.
Friends may call on Friday, May 11, from 6 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday, May 12, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home Inc., Wellsboro. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Peter A. DeVantier officiating. Interment will be in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.
Russell P. Divido
Russell P. Divido, 85, of Millerton, died Monday, May 7, 2007, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 11, at the Bath National cemetery in Bath, N.Y.
Services are under the direction of the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield.
Kenneth R. Partridge
Kenneth Robert Partridge, 63, a resident of the Manor Care Nursing Home, Jersey Shore, died Friday, May 11, 2007 at the nursing home.
He was born Sept. 27, 1943 in Coudersport, the son of Robert A. Partridge, of Shinglehouse, and the late Helen Shneible Partridge.
He was a graduate of the Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children in 1962 where he was president of his class. Thereafter he studied cafeteria management prior to starting his business career. He was a member of the Elks, and Loyal Order of Moose Lodges, and board director of the Lions Club, all of Lock Haven. At Manor Care Nursing Home he was the Resident Council Spokesperson. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Lock Haven.
He owned and operated a cafeteria business in Philipsburg and then in Lock Haven from the early 1960’s until his retirement due to health issues in 1982. Mr. Partridge, who was born with cerebral palsy and was 96 percent blind throughout the time he operated his business, refused a blind pension from the state when he turned 21 because of his pride in his ability to support himself. He started operating his cafeteria business in Lock Haven at Bobbie Brooks Inc. in 1967 and continued with that business at Champion Parts Rebuilders until his retirement. Since 1982, when his physical disabilities no longer allowed him to operate his business, he has been a resident of the nursing home.
Mr. Partridge was honored as “Pennsylvania Rehabilitant of the Year” in 1970 by the US Department of Health, Education and Welfare, and late the same year he was honored as “Pennsylvania Handicapped Person of the Year” by the Pennsylvania Governor’s Committee on Employment of the Handicapped. He was further nominated as Pennsylvania’s nominee for the national equivalent of Rehabilitant of the Year. In 1975 he was honored as the Clinton County Exceptional Achiever by the county CARE program.
But perhaps more telling of Mr. Partridge’s life is the inscription on an award he received for his distinguished service to the Lock Haven Lion’s Club in 1975 upon the 35th anniversary of the club. His award was inscribed “Kenneth Partridge, You Are An Inspiration to Your Friends and Community”. And for all who knew him during his years operating his business, socializing with friends in the Lock Haven community, and then as a resident of the nursing home for the past 25 years, he modestly and with a loving heart, inspired all with his courage, good nature and love of life.
In addition to his Father, he is survived by his stepmother, Carolyn Partridge of Shinglehouse; two brothers, Scott F. of Houston, Texas and Richard S. of Boulder, Colo.; one niece, Lindsay H. Forscht of Houston; and one nephew, Ryan K. Partridge of Boulder.
The funeral mass will be Saturday, May 12, at 1 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Lock Haven, with the Rev. Father Daniel J. O’Neill officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic cemetery, Cincinnati. Friends will be received on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Moriarty-Dutcavich Funeral Home, 112 E. Church St., Lock Haven.
Memorial contributions may be made to Susquehanna Hospice, or the Activity Fund at Manor Care Nursing Home, Jersey Shore.
Evan Andrew Pepper
Evan Andrew Pepper, infant son of Thomas Andrew and Shawna Robin (Fromille) Pepper was called home to Jesus on May 9, 2007 from the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pa.
His time here on Earth though short, will always be cherished. From north to south, east to west, little Evan touched the hearts and lives of many.
In addition to his parents, beloved Baby Evan is survived by his maternal family; grandparents, Anthony “Butch” and Elizabeth Fromille of Canton; great-grandmother, Marilyn Morgan of Burlington; an aunt and two uncles; Robin and Terry Thomas of Michigan, Shawn Fromille (Michelle Ward) of Canton, and Corey Fromille of Canton. Evan’s paternal family includes; grandparents, Tom L. and Brenda Pepper of Ogdensburg, great-grandparents, Tom and Janet Pepper of LeRoy and Ted and Norma Jean Schmelzle of Ogdensburg; three uncles, Travis (Amanda) Pepper, Taylor (Lacey) Pepper and Jonathan Pepper all of Ogdensburg; several great aunts, great uncles and many cousins.
He was predeceased by his great-grandfather, John Morgan and great-grandparents, Alberta and Anthony Fromille.
A viewing was held 7 - 9 p.m. Friday at the Pepper Funeral Home in Canton. The Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Today, May 12, at the Ogdensburg Church of Christ with Pastor William Shepherd officiating. Interment will follow in Ogdensburg cemetery.
Viola L. Borak
Viola L. Borak, 96, formerly of Elmira Heights, NY, died on May 9, 2007 at the Green Home in Wellsboro, Pa.
Viola was born on April 8, 1911 in Leetonia, Pa. She was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Sczepanski) Adamski and the wife of the late John Borak.
Viola was a member of St. Casimir’s Catholic Church in Elmira, Rosary and Sacred Heart Societies and the Polish Arts Club.
Surviving are two nephews, Chester (Glenda) Sherant and Frank Sherant (special friend Joyce Colgrove) all of Arnot, Pa. and several great nephews and great nieces. In addition to her husband John, Viola was predeceased by
three siblings, Joseph Adamski, Bertha Adamski, Mary Sherant and a nephew, Daniel Sherant.
There will be no public visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. May 14 at St. Casimir’s Catholic Church with interment following in Saints Peter and Paul cemetery in Elmira. Assisting with arrangements is Zwicharowski Funeral Home in Blossburg.
Richard G. Sargent
Richard G. “Dick” Sargent, 66, of Wellsboro, died on Thursday, May 10, 2007 at home surrounded by his loving family.
The Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Nyle M. Houseknecht
Nyle M. Houseknecht, 90, formerly of 178 cemetery Street, Hughesville, died at his son’s residence in White Plains, NY, on Tuesday May 8, 2007.
His wife of 59 years, the former Minnie Ola Daffin, predeceased him on March 2, 2005. Nyle was born in Penn Township, Lycoming County, on February 15, 1917, son of the late Paul B. and Mary Malissa (Kepner) Houseknecht.
Nyle was a graduate of Hughesville High School, the class of 1935 and also attended the Pennsylvania State University. He was a US Army veteran of World War II. He served in the European Theater, at the rank of Captain, and was awarded the Bronze Star. He later worked as a production supervisor for the former GTE-Sylvania plant in Williamsport, retiring in 1979. He loved gardening and spending time with his family.
He is survived by two sons; Richard P. and wife Valerie Houseknecht, of Yardley, PA and Scott E. and wife Carol Houseknecht, of White Plains, NY. He is also survived by six grandchildren, two step grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He is predeceased by a sister Helen Marguerite Feigles.
The funeral will be Tuesday 1 p.m. at the Bethany United Methodist Church, 2nd and Academy streets, Hughesville, with the Rev. Henry Gable, Pastor Emeritus, officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill cemetery, Hughesville with full military graveside honors accorded by combined veteran’s organizations. Friends will be received at McCarty-Thomas Funeral Home, 557 East Water Street, Hughesville, on Monday from 7-9 p.m.
The family will provide the flowers and suggest that memorial contributions be made to the Hospice and Palliative Care of Westchester, 95 South Broadway, 4th Floor, White Plains, NY, 10601-4403.
Thursha E. Beaver
Thursha E. “Shorty” Beaver, 93, of 357 S. 14th St., Harrisburg, died Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at the Harrisburg Hospital.
She was born July 23, 1913, in Williamsport, the daughter of the late Walter and Estella (Fite) Albertson. She married her husband, George A. Beaver, on November 2, 1929. He died in 1998 after 69 years of marriage.
Shorty was employed as a waitress at various restaurants until her retirement in 1998.
Surviving are two daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy and Leonard Keele of Haskell, OK and Sharon and Leroy Beaver-Davis of Harrisburg; a son, Raymond Beaver and his companion, Patricia, of Enola; a daughter-in-law, Marjorie Beaver of Marysville; 15 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Norman Beaver, who died October 27, 2006.
Friends may call from noon to 2 p.m. Monday, May 14, at the Cronrath-Grenoble Funeral Home, 308 Main St., Watsontown, where the funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Officiating will be the Rev. Jill V. Seagle, pastor of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Delaware Run.
Burial will follow in the St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church cemetery.
Clarence Evan Belcher
Clarence Evan Belcher, age 87, of Wellsboro, PA, and formerly of Liberty, PA, died Tuesday, June 20, 2007, at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA.
Clarence was born on April 10, 1920 in South Gibson, PA, a son of Horace G. and Ossie (Wright) Belcher. He was the owner and operator of a shoe repair shop in Williamsport, PA. Clarence enjoyed being a handyman and was a beekeeper. He graduated form the Williamsport Technical Institute, attended the Grace Community Church of Blossburg, bible studies with the Lutheran churches in Liberty, PA, and was a member of the Lycoming County Beekeepers Association.
Clarence is survived by a brother, George Belcher of South Gibson, PA, and many nieces and nephews. For many years he resided with the late Dave Sechrist and Daine Bastian on Artley Hill Rd. in Liberty, PA. Clarence was preceded in death by two sisters and three brothers; Marion, Russell, Frank, Charles and Louise.
Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, June 28, 2007 from 1 to 2 PM at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC 637 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA. A memorial service will be held immediately following the visitation at 2 PM at the funeral home with Elder Duane Wetmore officiating. Burial will be in South Gibson Community cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grace Community Church of Blossburg, c/o Treasurer Derek Good, 13821 Rt. 414, Canton, PA 17724.
David George Wesson
David George Wesson age 57 of Elkland, PA died Saturday, June 23, 2007 at home. David was born on January 24, 1950 in Palmer, MA, a son of Norman O. and Katherine (Dockham) Wesson. He was a Vietnam US Marine Corps Veteran. David had been employed by City Optics in Springfield, MA and Ward Manufacturing in Blossburg, PA. Davids favorite hobbies were fishing and metal detecting.
David is survived by a son and daughter-in-law Jason and Nichole Wesson of Belchertown, MA, a grandson Jacob Wesson, two sisters Judith Ann Campbell of Elkland, PA, Margery Jean and James Graham of Beverly Hills, FL and several nieces and nephews. David was preceded in death by his parents, and infant daughter Allison Wesson, a brother James Wesson and a sister Janet McCormick on September 11, 2006.
A memorial service will be held at the familys convenience. Burial will be in Brimfield cemetery in Brimfield, MA. The Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC 637 S. main St. Mansfield, PA 637 S. main St. Mansfield, PA is assisting the family.
Florence N. Smith
Florence N. Smith, age 92, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Sunday, June 17, 2007 in Broad Acres Rehabilitation Center, Wellsboro, PA. Florence was born on July 16, 1914 in Wellsboro, PA, the daughter of Leland R. and Sarah (Derbyshire) Smith.
Florence was formerly employed by Corning Glass and served with the Army Air Corps during World War II.
Florence is survived by a sister, Emma Shaw, a brother, Leland Smith, both of Wellsboro, PA, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Ida Freeman, Lillian Smith and a brother, Waldo P. Smith.
Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Thursday, June 21, 2007 at 1:00 PM at the Wellsboro cemetery, Nichols St., Wellsboro, PA, with Rev. Gregory Hinton officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 South Main Street, Mansfield, PA 16933.
Ernest B. Joe Andrews
Ernest B. Joe Andrews age 89 of Covington, PA, died Thursday, June 14, 2007 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro, PA. Joe was born on May 18, 1918 in Little Marsh, PA a son of Earl and Bertha (Bloom) Andrews. He was the owner and operator of Andrews Excavating. Joe was a WWII US Army Veteran and served as a Covington Twp. supervisor.
Joe is survived by three sons and daughters in-law Donald (Helen) Andrews, Gerald (Oveta) Andrews all of Mansfield, PA, Steven Andrews of Wellsboro, PA, two daughters and sons-in-law Joann (Gene) Plemons of Dayton, OH, Betsy (Larry) Tokarz of Mansfield, PA, 9 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Joe was preceded in death by two brothers John and Lyle Andrews and a sister Marion Fuller.
Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, June 18, 2007 from 6 to 8 PM at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC 637 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will be held immediately following the visitation at 8 PM at the funeral home with his friend Jay Peffer officiating. Burial will be at a later date.
Ilah E. Tomlinson
Ilah E. Tomlinson, age 99, formerly of Mansfield, PA, died Thursday, June 7, 2007 at the Green Home in Wellsboro, PA. She was born on April 9, 1908 in Lewistown, PA, a daughter of Franklin C. and Anna Mae (Emery) Hackenberry. Ilah was a member of the First Baptist Church of Mansfield, PA, a life member of the Mansfield Hose Company, and the Arnot Sportsmens Club. She enjoyed raising children, her family, doing crafts and sewing.
Ilah is survived by her grandchildren, Shirley Welch, Kathy Philips, Eva Mae Sandy Frost who was her caregiver, Ronald Tomlinson, Jr., Robin Tomlinson, Michael Tomlinson, Rusty Tomlinson, Joey Tomlinson and Mark Tomlinson; several great grandchildren; several great great grandchildren; two sisters, Cora Ritter and Ann Harpster, both of Lewistown, PA. Ilah was predeceased by her husband, Russell M. Tomlinson; two sons, Ronald R. Tomlinson; and Richard LeRoy Tomlinson in 1996.
Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Tuesday, June 12, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. at Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Charleston Twp., Wellsboro, PA with Pastor Steven C. Case officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mansfield Hose Company, 381 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA 16933. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA.
Jack G. Howe
Jack G. Howe, age 86, of Tioga, PA, died Friday, June 1, 2007 at the Green Home, Wellsboro, PA. Jack was born on November 14, 1920 in Ovid, NY, a son of Elmer and Rebecca (Hunsinger) Howe. He was owner and operator of Howes Contracting-Excavating. He was a U.S. Army/Air Force Veteran of World War II. Jack was a member of the American Legion Post #0154, Elmira Heights, NY; V.F.W. Post #4907, Wellsboro, PA; the Army/Air Force Aid Society; a member of the former First United Methodist Church of Tioga, PA; attended the First Baptist Church, Tioga, PA; he enjoyed dancing, people, and was a good cook.
Jack is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, James G. Howe and Sue Cook of Tioga, PA, Jay M. and Cynthia Howe of Tioga, PA; a daughter, Jacquelyn M. Boyce and Don Wescott of Lindley, NY; six grandchildren, Jami (Terry) Smith, Jessica Boyce, Jeremiah, Jacob, Jehanna, and Jonah Howe; a brother, Donald (Eunice) Howe of Dry Fork, VA; a sister-in-law, Margaret Howe of Tioga, PA; a step great grandchild, Clifton (Clarissa) Smith; a step great great grandchild, Skylar Rose Smith; several nieces and nephews. Jack was predeceased by his wife, Phyllis Marie (Grinnell) Howe on April 28, 1990, and a brother, Kenneth Howe.
Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, June 4, 2007 from 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 5, 2007 at 10:00 A.M. at the funeral home with the Rev. John Shypulefski officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery, Tioga, PA.
Ralph 'Sonny' Carew
Ralph 'Sonny' Carew, age 77, of Morris Run, PA, died on Friday, June 22, 2007 at his great nieces home, Shanna Garverick, in Covington, PA. Ralph was born on March 19, 1930 in Fall Brook, PA, a son of Fred and Ruby (Carey) Carew.
Ralph was baptized in St. Josephs Catholic Church in Morris Run, PA. He enjoyed assisting with mail delivery, fishing and was often referred to as the Mayor of Morris Run.
Ralph is survived by his niece and nephew, Joseph and Jeanette Witucki with whom he resided; a special great niece who assisted in his care giving, Shanna Garverick of Covington, PA; a brother, Fred Carew of Canton, PA, and a sister, Phyllis Pequignot of Canton, PA. He was predeceased by his parents, and a sister, Janet Jenkins in 2006.
Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, June 25, 2007 from 6 to 7 PM at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 South Main Street, Mansfield, PA. A memorial service will be held immediately following the visitation at 7 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
Richard D. Purcell
Richard D. Purcell, age 49, of Blossburg, PA died on Monday, June 18, 2007 at his residence. He was born on October 18, 1957 in Philadelphia, PA, a son of Martin and Helen (Kahney) Purcell. Richard was a self employed plumber and served in the U.S. Army.
Richard is survived by a son, Jordan Wheeler of Arnot, PA; four daughters, Stephanie Haas of Lansdale, PA, Melanie Purcell of Blossburg, PA, Rebecca Purcell of Covington, PA, Amy Purcell of Blossburg, PA; two stepsons, Nicholas and Eric Wivell of Covington, PA; six grandchildren; Jeffrey, Aubrey, Kaeley, Kodey, Madison and Emily; two brothers, Marty Purcell of Philadelphia, PA, David Purcell of Red Hill, PA, and his best friend, Gary Wheeler of Liberty, PA. Richard was preceded in death by a brother Robert Purcell.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, June 22, 2007 at 10:00 AM at Holy Child Catholic Church, 242 South Main Street, Mansfield, PA, with Rev. Joseph Gilbert officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 South Main Street, Mansfield, PA 16933.
Mary Ann (Dawson) Tomlinson
Mary Ann (Dawson) Tomlinson, age 66, of Mansfield, PA, died Saturday, June 16, 2007, at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. Mary Ann was the wife of the late Ronald R. Tomlinson, Sr. for 42 years. She enjoyed doing crafts.
Mary Ann is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Robert Russell Tomlinson, Mark and Tommie Tomlinson of Westfield, PA, Ronald and Carolyn Tomlinson, Jr. of Mansfield, PA; a daughter and son-in-law, June and Ken Perry of Harrisburg, PA; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; a brother, Bill Dawson of Florida; a brother-in-law, Chuck Draseau of Las Vegas, Nevada; a sister, Janet Dawson of Niagara Falls, NY; close friends, Jim and Carol Welch of Mansfield, PA, and Nancy and Daryl Sterling. Mary Ann was predeceased by her husband, Ronald R. Tomlinson, Sr. on August 23, 2006.
Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, June 22, 2007 at 6:00 P.M. at Mary Anns residence, 40 Rolling Acres Road, Mansfield, PA.
Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA is assisting the family.
Lorena G. (Leonard) Copp
Lorena G. (Leonard) Copp, age 69, of Mansfield, PA, died on Monday, June 11, 2007 in Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. Lorena was born on February 18, 1938 in Tioga, PA, the daughter of John and Mazie (Evarts) Leonard. She was predeceased by her husband, Lawrence M. Copp, on June 29, 2000.
Lorena is survived by two sons and a daughter-in law, Jim (Sheryl Boccaleri) and Bob Copp of Mansfield, PA; four daughters and sons-in-law, Susan (Gary Woodruff) Hilfiger of Mansfield, PA, Missy and William Stebbins of Killeen, TX, Tammi Eddy of Lancaster, PA, Vicki (Donald Johns) Copp of Mansfield, PA; one brother and sister-in-law, Donald and Rose Heilman of Williamsport, PA; two sisters and brother-in-law, Vivian and Maynard Mosher of Lawrenceville, PA, Mary M. Keeney of Farmington, NY, sixteen grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, June 16, 2007 from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 South Main Street, Mansfield, PA 16933. A funeral service will be held immediately following the viewing at Noon at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bowen cemetery, Tioga County, PA. The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the funeral home to assist with expenses.
John Joseph Earley, Sr.
John Joseph Earley, Sr., of Pine City, NY, passed into Heaven on Tuesday, June 5, 2007 following a long courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Earley retired from the Elmira City School District as a Social Studies teacher and Dean of Students after 35 years of service. He was born on October 8, 1935 in Dansville, NY to the late Francis and Barbara Marshall Earley. He graduated from Catholic High in Elmira, NY and served in the U. S. Army in Frankfurt, Germany during the Korean War. On August 13, 1960, John was united in marriage to Doris I. Cole in Mansfield, PA. Mr. Early graduated from Mansfield State College and began working for the Elmira City School District before retiring in 1992.
John is survived by his wife, Doris; his daughter, Michele, Elmira, NY; son, John Jr., Nashville, TN (his fianc, Lisa Tucker, and her children, Katie, Emily and Kyle Redner); two grandsons, John Gabriel and Matthew Cole Raymond, Elmira, NY, who knew him lovingly as Papa. His grandsons Father, John Raymond, Elmira, NY; two sisters, Mary Randall, Dansville, NY, and Barbara Applin, Elmira, NY. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by one brother, Francis; two sisters, Catherine Besanceny, and A. Jean Earley; and one niece, Barbara Jean Glatz.
A Memorial Mass will be held at Holy Child Catholic Church, 245 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA on Friday, June 8, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. with the Rev. Albert P. Leonard as celebrant. Burial will be in Oakwood cemetery, Mansfield, PA at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations are asked to be made to the American Cancer Society, or the Kidney Foundation. Arrangements are under the direction of the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA.
Letha M. (Reese) Ross Buman
Letha M. (Reese) Ross Buman, age 80, of Lawrenceville, PA, died Friday, June 22, 2007 in Wellsboro, PA. Letha was the wife of James Buman. She was born on March 27, 1927 in Tioga, PA, a daughter of John and Viola (Graham) Reese. Letha retired from Corning Glass. Her favorite hobby was crocheting.
Letha is survived by her husband, James, of Lawrenceville, PA, two daughters and a son-in-law, Sharon and Jim Kizer of Tioga, PA, Rhonda Ross of Bolivar, NY; a son, Larry Ross of Lawrenceville, PA; step children, Larry (Sandy) Buman, Jerry (Sue) Buman, Jimmy (Robin) Buman, all of Lindley, NY, Mary (Kevin Kirkham) Clark of Bath, NY, Diane Jackson, Terry (Renee) Buman of Arizona, Randy (Beth) Buman of Clarksville, TN; grandchildren that she raised, Robert (Lisa) Ross of Lawrenceville, PA, David Ross of Columbus, OH, 4 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, 19 step grandchildren, 14 step great grandchildren, and a sister, Natalie VanCise of Lawrenceville, PA. She was preceded in death by her parents, 8 brothers and sisters, and her first husband, Robert Ross in 1961.
Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, June 25, 2007 from 11 AM top 1 PM at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will immediately follow the viewing at 1 PM at the funeral home with Pastor Kevin Paris officiating. Burial will be in Powers Corners cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA.
Mary E. Kurtzman
Mary E. Kurtzman, age 71 of Millerton, PA, died on Monday, June 18, 2007 in Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. Mary was born on July 19, 1935 in Westchester County, NY, a daughter of John and Elizabeth (Ross) Crocker.
Mary was formerly employed as an instructor of literature and womens studies at McHenry County College in IL and San Antonio College in TX. She enjoyed bird watching, gardening, beading jewelry and was a master basketmaker.
Mary is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Jonathan L. and Catherine Kurtzman of San Francisco, CA, a daughter, Laura Kurtzman of Sacramento, CA, her former husband and Father of her children, Neil A. Kurtzman of Lubbock, TX, a sister, Carole DeLauro of Troy, PA, and special friends, Abby Werlock of Armenia Mts., Herb, Dori, Adam and Derek Dunham of Millerton, PA.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory and Monuments, PC, 637 South Main Street, Mansfield, PA 16933.
Joshualee Scott Hakes
Joshualee Scott Hakes, born on June 14, 2007, died on Friday, June 15, 2007 in Arnot Ogden Hospital, Elmira, NY. Joshualee was the son of Jarralee (Conrad) Gleason and Kristopher Hakes of Columbia Cross Roads, PA.
In addition to his parents, Joshualee is survived by two brothers, Zhawn Gleason of Troy, PA, Kyle Tomko of Columbia Cross Roads, PA; two sisters, Jasmine Tomko and Brooklynn Wolf of Columbia Cross Roads, PA; maternal grandfather, Randy (Debbie Pierce) Conrad of Columbia Cross Roads, PA; maternal grandmother, Evelyn (Bobby) Gee of Troy, PA; paternal grandfather, Robert Snyder of Hunt, NY; paternal grandmother, Linda (Scott) Jackson of Virginia, and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, June 23, 2007 from 12:30 to 1:00 PM at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 South Main Street, Mansfield, PA. A memorial service will be held on Saturday at the funeral home immediately following the visitation at 1:00 PM with Pastor Myra Goss officiating.
Clair M. Rogers
Clair M. Rogers, age 87, of Covington, PA, died Thursday, June 7, 2007 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. Clair was the husband of Mary L. (Yoder) Rogers. He was born June 29, 1919 in Newfield, NY. He was the adopted son of Ross and Lilly Rogers. Clair was the owner and operator of the Covington Barber Shop for 50 years. He enjoyed cooking, woodworking, watching and feeding the birds. He was a member of the Covington Church of Christ. Clair was a U.S. Army veteran having served in Europe during WW II.
Clair is survived by his wife, Mary; a son and daughter-in-law, Ronald C. and Beverly Rogers of Seneca, SC; two daughters and sons-in-law, Marilyn and R. Duane Seymour of Mainesburg, PA, and Janice and Marshall Updike of Big Flats, NY; eight grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; three step great grandchildren; two brothers, Merle Starks of Catlin Hollow, PA, Alvin Starks of Mansfield, PA; two sisters, Audrey Harvey of Mansfield, PA, Thelma Wheeler of Roxbury, NY; several nieces and nephews. Clair was preceded in death by two brothers, Arthur and Minor Starks.
Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, June 9, 2007 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory & Monuments, PC, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, June 10, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. at the Covington Church of Christ, Rte. 15, Covington, PA with the Rev. Ira Hindman, officiating. Burial will be in Union cemetery, Liberty, PA. The family will provide the flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in Clairs memory to the American Heart Assoc., 1019 Mumma Road, Wormleysville, PA 17041.
