UPCOMING SERVICES
Floyd E. Uhl, Jr., 82, of Athens, PA, passed away on Friday, July 30, 2010 at Wilkes Barre V.A. Medical Center after an extended illness.
He was born on September 7, 1927 in Allentown, PA the son of the late Floyd E. and Bertha Long Uhl, Sr.
Floyd was owner and operator of Uhl’s TV Repair and Sales for many years. He was a Veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the Destroyer U.S.S. Eugene. After leaving the U.S. Navy, he worked in the Philadelphia Naval Ship Yards. He was a member of the F.and A.M., Rome, PA. Floyd loved fishing, boating, and hunting, traveling to Colorado every year to hunt. He enjoyed spending his winters in Okeechobee, FL or traveling in his motor home.
He is predeceased by his sister Geraldine Easley, and brothers-in-law George Easley and Roy Stringer.
Floyd is survived by his wife of 57 years Betty Robinson Uhl at home, children David (Barbara) Uhl of West Palm Beach, FL, Connie (Dan) Wilbur of Athens, PA, Ronald (Suki) Uhl of Honolulu, HI, and Laurie (John) Swank of LaPlume, PA, grandchildren Michael (Carrie) Wilbur of FL, Josh Wilbur of FL, Jeff Wilbur (Danielle Hancock) of NJ, Chad Wilbur (Brittany South) of PA, Chase and Caroline Uhl of FL, Jackie and Audrey Uhl of HI, and Jacob and Luke Swank of PA, great-grandchildren Ella Wilbur of FL, and Farrah Wilbur of NJ, sister Joanne Stringer of New Pine Creek, OR, sisters-in-law Ruth Carrington of Rome, PA, Joanne (Jack) Lingo of Philadelphia, PA, and Karen Robinson of Rome, PA, and several nieces and nephews.
At Floyd’s request there will be no calling hours or services. The family is being assisted by the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., Athens, PA.
Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his memory to the: Guthrie Hospice, R.R.#1, Box 154, Towanda, PA 18848 Att.: Clinical Coordinator.
Jeffrey S. Plouse, 40, of Sayre, PA went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, July 21, 2010.
He was born July 21, 1970 in Waverly, NY the son of Vine and Cora Calkins Plouse.
Jeff was a past member of the East Smithfield Fire Dept. and Fire Police. One of his greatest joys in life was being active in all parts of Cub Scouts. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. He loved to cook, bake, and go on gambling trips with his family. Prior to his hunting accident, he was employed with the Veal Company and the Tree Farm. He loved his family and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is predeceased by his paternal and maternal grandparents, brother-in-law Robert R. Eberlin, and step-brother David Swingle.
Jeff is survived by his loving wife Michelle (Frisbie) at home, son Matthew at home, stepson Benjamin Theopheles of Troy, NY, parents Cora Plouse (Dean O’Connor) of Athens, PA, and Vine (Sally) Plouse of Waverly, NY, father & mother -in-law Marcus & Esther Frisbie of Sayre, PA, siblings Roger Plouse (Debbie Barber) of Waverly, NY, Roxanne Eberlin of Endicott, NY, Charlotte (Robert) Hamblin of Sayre, PA, Jennifer Plouse of Sayre, PA, Stephanie Jordan (Jackie Shaffer) of Sayre, PA, Bradley Collins of MD, and Vine Plouse, Jr. of Waverly, NY, step-sister Lori (Michael) Boffane, brothers & sisters-in-law Jonathan (Heather) Frisbie of Sayre, PA, Stephanie (Gregory) Bernardo of Denton, TX, and Marcus (Cheri) Frisbie of Ulster, PA, faithful companion Biscuit, best friends Jeana Harris of Waverly, NY and Timothy Gillie of Chemung, NY, and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Saturday, July 24, 2010 from 11am – 1pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 S Main Street, Athens, Pa. The East Smithfield Fire Dept. will hold a service. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 1pm with Chaplain Linda Rogers from Athens Twp. Volunteer Fire Co. officiating.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in Jeff’s memory to: Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., P.O. Box 191, Athens, PA 18810 to help offset the cost of the funeral expenses.
Leslie Ralph (Claude) Benjamin, 51, of Athens, PA, passed away on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at Holy Spirit Hospital after a long battle with diabetes and heart problems.
He was born on August 3, 1958 the son of the late Ralph and Alice Raymond Benjamin.
Leslie enjoyed playing cards, gambling, and NASCAR. He loved all his nieces and nephews very much, and was very close to his family. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is predeceased by his sister Sandra L. Myers.
Leslie is survived by his brother Randy (Mary) Benjamin of Waverly, NY, sister Cynthia (Rich) Moore of Chemung, NY, special cousin Robert Benjamin, several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at 11:00am at the Waverly United Methodist Church in the Chapel with Rev. Anne Bey Canfield officiating. The family is being assisted by Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., Athens, PA.
Burial will be in Terrytown Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his memory to the:
Bridge, P.O. Box 202, Sayre, PA 18840 and please say a prayer for him. Claude, Please go in peace and be with Mom, Dad, and Sandy. Love, Randy Guestbook
Sandy L. Henry, 57, of Sayre, PA passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010 at home following a battle with cancer.
Sandy was born February 5, 1953 in Sayre, PA the daughter of Edward and Betty Lantz Johnston. Sandy enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, swimming, spending time working on her water garden, Sandy was a very independent and strong person.
Sandy was predeceased by her aunts and uncles.
Survived by her children Kathy and David Tuttle of Athens, PA; Jason and Jolenia Henry of Sayre, PA and a faithful companion Hailey; parents Edward and Betty Johnston; grandchildren Kristy Tuttle; Kaitlynn, Jayce, Jacob and Tanner Henry; great grandchildren Carter Houseknecht; brothers and sisters Pat and Jim Post; Mike and Holly Johnston; Danny Johnston; Candy and Roger Maher; John and Terry Johnston and Jim and Debbie Johnston; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will be held Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 1pm at the Ulster United Methodist Church, Route 220, Ulster, PA with Rev. Sandy Brandt officiating. The family is being assisted by the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc. 225 S. Main St., Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Robert Packer Hospital, Attn: Oncology Dept. 1 Guthrie Square, Sayre, PA 18840. Guestbook
Orlando P. “Londy” Latini, 85, of Athens, PA passed away Thursday July 15, 2010 at
home following a brief illness.
He was born on September 4, 1924 in Sayre, PA the son of the late Joseph and Nazzarenna Quattrini Latini.
Londy graduated from Sayre High School in 1942. After graduation, he entered the United States Army, where he was deployed to Europe serving in the 35th Infantry, 134 Regiment in the Battle of the Bulge till the end of the war. Upon his return, he studied at Penn State and then graduated from Delhi with a degree in the building trades. He was employed with the Ingersoll Rand in Athens for 40 years, retiring in 1990. Londy was an avid Penn State fan, enjoyed woodworking, and dancing at Teaoga Square.
He is predeceased by his wife Joyce, brothers Paul, Gabriel, and Alfred, sisters Louise, Lena, and Nancy, and granddaughter Katie.
Londy is survived by his children James Latini and his friend Debra Vaughn of Williamsport, PA, Thomas Latini of Towanda, PA, Vincent Latini of Waverly, NY, Lisa (Steve)Alexander of Sayre, PA, Martha (Greg) Shuman of Rome, PA, and Jeffrey (Beth) Symeslatini of Almond, NY, grandchildren Annelise Latini of Fairfax, VA, Gabriel Latini of Asheville, NC, Peter Latini Leonard of Cleveland, OH, Nathan and Nicholas Alexander of Sayre, PA, Wyatt and Haley Shuman of Rome, PA, and Elijah, Sophia, and Jonah Symeslatini of Almond, NY, sisters-in-law Lillian Latini of Paterson, NJ and Greta Flanagan of Chemung, NY, brother-in-law Roland Thomas of Lowman, NY, special friend Betty Evans of Sayre, PA, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Sunday, July 18, 2010 from 3pm-6pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, July 19, 2010 at 9:30am at Church of the Epiphany, 304 South Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA.
Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the: Stray Haven , 194 Shephard Road, Waverly, NY 14892 or Athens Business Association, Band Fund, P.O. Box 255, Athens, PA 18810. Guestbook
Ronda L. Benjamin Sewalt Savey, 70, of Sayre, PA passed away Wednesday July 14, 2010 at home.
She was born in Elmira, NY on June 18, 1940 the daughter of the late John and Marjorie Whiting Benjamin.
Ronda worked at the Valley Inn as the Administrator. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
She is predeceased by her brothers Donald R. Benjamin, Sr. and his wife Becky, William Benjamin, John “Micky” Benjamin, and Charles Benjamin, and sister Sandy Morgan.
Randy is survived by her children Dawn Comfort of Corning, NY and Diane Kedrowitsch of Sayre, PA, longtime friend Lawrence Sewalt, grandchildren Jessica M. Warrick, Brad W. Comfort, Brittany M. Erway, and Gretchen M. Kedrowitsch, great-grandchildren Ethan L. Warrick and Logan L. Warrick, siblings David Benjamin, James (Gloria) Benjamin, Donna (Rich) Donald, Lorraine Benjamin, and Catherine Benjamin, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Saturday, July 17, 2010 from 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 4:30 pm with Rev. James Donahoo officiating.
Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: Guthrie Hospice, R.R. #1, Box 154, Towanda, PA, 18848, Att: Clinical Coordinator. Guestbook
Randy Earl Cole, 49, of Nichols, NY passed away on Friday, July 9, 2010 unexpectedly.
He was born on December 13, 1960 in Sayre, PA the son of the late Robert and Joyce Robinson Cole.
Randy was a carpenter by trade and took great pride in his workmanship, and could easily be considered a “Jack of All Trades. “ He worked for Baltimore Builders, Webster Construction and Cole Construction and was currently employed with PJF Enterprises of Owego, NY as a Contract Carpenter. Randy was an avid hunter, enjoyed the outdoors, often spending the weekends mud racing. Fondly known as “Uncle Randy”, he was always there to lend a helping hand to family and friends.
Randy was known for his high energy and go, go, go attitude which made it hard to keep up with him! After high school, driven by his need for adventure Randy hitchhiked across the country to California, turned right around, and came back. He said this was just something he had to do. This is how he lived his life, always with the desire of another adventure. In his work, he would climb framed buildings like a monkey and it was not uncommon for him to be seen running high above the ground across rafters. As a child, he often frightened his mom and aunts with his daredevil behavior and had countless scars from adventures gone bad over the years! However, this was him, and he would have it no other way.
He is predeceased by his parents Robert Cole and Joyce Cox, grandparents Earl and Lillian Robinson, Clifford and Ruie Eddie Cole, great nephew Justin Cole, uncle Daniel Robinson and brother-in-law Joe Pachokas.
Randy is survived by his siblings Sandra Pachokas of Athens, PA, Eugene (Diane) Cole of Athens, PA, Gary (Teresa) Cole of Whitesboro, TX, Debbie (Lyle) Pope of TX, and Richard Cox of CA, aunts Rita (Walt) Fiske of Sayre, PA, Rose (Charles) Ellis of Sayre, PA, and Judy (David) Wilkerson of TX, nieces and nephews Ken (Beth) Dawson, Mike Dawson, Sherry (Randy) Jenkins, Marcus Cole (Margaret Soprano), Michelle “Micki” (Randy) Reynolds, Renee Cole, Terri (Robin) Campbell, and Allen Cole, 7 great nieces, 9 great nephews, 1 great-great niece, special friends Dennis and Patricia Washburn and John Washburn, and several cousins.
Friends and family may call at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 from 11am – 1pm. Funeral Services will follow at the funeral home at 1:00pm with Rev. Kenneth Crain officiating. At the family’s request for the calling hours and funeral, please dress comfortably.
Burial will be in the South Litchfield Cemetery, Bumpville, PA. Guestbook
Lonnie F. Blakeman, 42, of Athens, PA passed away on Friday, July 9, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital unexpectedly.
He was born on January 19, 1968 in Towanda, PA the son of Larry D. Dennis and Sharon Lane.
Lonnie was a member of the Athens First Presbyterian Church of Athens, PA as well as a member of the Benevolent Protector of the Order of Elks Lodge 1148 located in Sayre, PA. He was an avid NASCAR fan, a diehard New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys fan.
Lonnie is survived by his wife Shirley of fourteen years at home, children Ashley of Waverly, NY, and Colby and Kaitlyn at home, his parents Larry (Peg) Dennis of Richmond, OH, and Sharon (Paul) Lane of Waverly, NY, brother Larry (Jill) R. Dennis, of CA, sister Heather Dennis of OH, and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA on Monday, July 12, 2010 from 11am – 1pm. Funeral Services will follow at the funeral home at 1:00pm with Rev. Nelson Kopatz officiating from Athens First Presbyterian Church.
Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in Lonnie’s memory to: Chemung Canal Trust Company, 405 Chemung St., Waverly, NY 14892, C/O Trust Fund for the Children of Lonnie Blakeman. Guestbook
Laura Earley, 86, of Horseheads, NY, passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at Elcor Nursing Home.
She was born on August 10, 1923 in Fallbrook, PA the daughter of the late John and Helen Bolt Earley.
Laura worked for many years for American LaFrance and Ward LaFrance before moving to CT where she worked and retired from Pratt Whitney Aircraft. She loved spending time with and caring for her nieces and nephews, and also loved to travel. Laura’s sense of humor will be greatly missed.
She is predeceased by siblings Doris Fitzpatrick, John Earley, Mary Earley, Richard Earley, James Earley, Kathryn Wersching, William Earley, and Nettie Schrieber.
Laura is survived by her sister Sally Keenan-Oliveri and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA on Thursday, July 15, 2010 at 2:00 pm with the Rev. John Earley officiating.
Burial will be in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Canton., PA at the convenience of the family. Guestbook
Alice M. Learn, 80, of Sayre, PA passed away Saturday, July 3, 2010 at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA surrounded by her family after a period of declining health.
Alice was born September 3, 1929 in Ithaca, NY the daughter of the late Damon and Ada Harris Davenport.
Alice was the Vice President of the Woman’s Auxiliary of the American Legion Post #283, Sayre. PA. She enjoyed embroidering, latch hook, cooking, and having her family gathered together. She adored her faithful companion Sassy.
She is predeceased by her parents; sisters Audrey Strosahl and Virginia Wendt; and grandson Neil Learn.
She is survived by her spouse Harold L. “Cobby” Learn of 62 years at home; children Don and Carolyn Learn, East Smithfield, PA, Harold Lyle and Kathy Learn, Albany, GA, Linda and Merle Yale, Centerville, PA, Rick Learn, Athens, PA, Randy and Sherry Learn, Waverly, NY, and Debbie and Chuck Slater, Waverly, NY; 11 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; sister Eva VanOstrand and brother Donald and Tessie Davenport, Dalton, PA; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Please join us for a Celebration of her Life on Saturday, July 10, 2010 from 2pm to 5pm at the VFW Skiff-Bower Post #1536, Lockhart Street, Sayre, PA.
Burial will be in the Sheshequin Cemetery, Sheshequin, PA at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to a charity of one’s choice. Guestbook
Leslie R. Hill, 73, of Waverly, NY passed away Thursday June 24, 2010 at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA following an extended illness.
Leslie was born on July 19, 1936 in Cumberland Gap, TN, the son of the late Eugene and Imogene (Ledger) Hill.
Leslie loved golfing, bowling, working with wood, gardening and his four-legged best friend “Chelsey”.
He is predeceased by his sister Mildred.
Leslie is survived by his wife Lizzie of 50 years at home, children Terry and Howard Putnam of Dushore, PA, Timothy and Cindy Hill of Palmyra, PA, Thomas and Cheryl Hill of Marysville, OH, Tamara and Will Huggins of Jacksonville, FL, and Leslie and Daniel Van Allen, of Waverly, NY; grandchildren Travis, Kristin, Natalie, Stephanie, Levi, Zack, Christina, Tiffanie, Eric, Willie, and Abigail; great grandchildren Lucas, Kaelynn, Emma, Lillian, Aubrey, and Conri; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Leslie is survived by his wife Lizzie of 50 years at home, children Terry and Howard Putnam of Dushore, PA, Timothy and Cindy Hill of Palmyra, PA, Thomas and Cheryl Hill of Marysville, OH, Tamara and Will Huggins of Jacksonville, FL, and Leslie and Daniel Van Allen, of Waverly, NY; grandchildren Travis, Kristin, Natalie, Stephanie, Levi, Zack, Christina, Tiffanie, Eric, Willie, and Abigail; great grandchildren Lucas, Kaelynn, Emma, Lillian, Aubrey, and Conri; brother Amel Hill of Mooresville, NC, brother James Edward Hill of Clinton, TN, and sister Peggy Ann Fracker of Orlando, FL; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Come and join us for a Time of Remembrance and Rejoicing on Tuesday, June 29, 2010 from 1-3:00pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in Leslie’s memory to Catholic Charities food bank, 464 Broad Street, Waverly, NY 14892; (607) 565-7580. Guestbook
Bernard Beers, 90, of Athens, PA, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2010 at Ashton Healthcare Facility following an extended illness.
He was born on May 7, 1920 in Akron, OH the son of the late Carl and Lucy Hartford Beers.
Bernard graduated from Athens High School in 1938. He then enlisted in fellowship and duty to his country with the Armed Forces of the United States of America during WWII in active duty in Vienna, Austria from 1945 to 1949 with the 202nd Military Police Company.
He worked at Ingersoll Rand Athens Foundry for 42 years as a molder. Upon retiring in 1982, he spent 22 wonderful winters in New Smyrna Beach, FL. He had many wonderful stories to tell his grandchildren about his travels in the US and abroad, many times taking the grandchildren along, to their delight. He was affectionately known by the grandchildren as “Moppy”. He was a lifetime member of the Sayre United Methodist Church.
Bernard enjoyed many outdoor activities such as softball, gardening, hunting, fishing, and golfing. He also enjoyed bowling but most of all he loved the many memorable times spent with close friends and the trips sponsored by the Valley Senior Citizens Group.
He is predeceased by his beloved wife of 67 years Freida (May 2010), sisters’ Edith Cahill and Evelyn Loomis, sister-in-law Patricia Beers, and brothers-in-law Jack Cahill, Donald Loomis and Guy Smith.
Bernard is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Duane and Marsha (Zagozewski) Beers of Charlotte, NC, grandchildren David and Joyce Beers of Columbus, OH and Brian Beers of Green Bay, WI, great-grandchildren Ethan and Anderson Beers of Green Bay, WI, brother Carl Beers, Jr. of Millport, NY, sister Rita Smith of Niverville, NY, and several nieces, and nephews.
Friends and family may call on Friday, June 25, 2010 from 12pm – 1pm at the
Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at 1pm at the funeral home with Rev. Martin Bovee officiating.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens., PA.
Memorial donations may be made in Bernard’s memory to: Athens United Methodist Church, 118 South Main Street, Athens, PA 18810. Guestbook
Donna Martz, 64, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness.
She was born on July 19, 1945 in Far Rockaway Beach, NY the daughter of the late Charles and Marion Rumsey Uhl.
Donna worked at Blue Swan Mills prior to becoming a full time homemaker. She loved collecting stuffed bears and perfumes. Donna enjoyed Conway Twitty music, sewing, puzzle books, camping, tractor pulls, and loved playing marbles. She was a very loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Donna will be dearly missed by her family and many who knew and loved her.
She is predeceased by her brother Robert Uhl, sister Bonnie Uhl, mother and father-in-law Ward and Sara Clark Martz, and brothers-in-law Gilbert Martz, and William Spencer, Jr.
Donna is survived by her loving husband of 47 years Ray D. Martz at home, children Chuck Martz of Sayre, PA, David and Phyllis Ackley Martz of Sayre, PA, Lisa and Shane Spinner of Barton, NY (Shane is currently deployed in Afghanistan serving our country), and Monique Barrineau of Sayre, PA, grandchildren Heather Martz and fiancé Nicholas Laplante of Sayre, PA, Tiffany and Richie Lynch of San Diego, CA, Cassandra Martz and fiance’ Adam Robets of Tunkhannock, PA, Andrea Ackley and fiancé Jake Vosburgh of Sayre, PA, Kendall Martz currently in the Army Reserves in Basis Training, and Connor Martz of Sayre, PA, great –grandsons Lucian LaPlante of Sayre, PA and Gabriel Robets of Tunkhannock, PA, a future great-grandbaby Lynch of San Diego, CA, brothers Fred (Janet) Uhl of Roanoke, VA and John (Christina Uhl of Waverly, NY, a very special and dedicated sister Diana Shattuck of Sayre, PA, sisters-in-law Marylin Martz of Nichols, NY and Shirley Martz Spencer of Barton, NY, several nieces, nephews, and cousins, godmother Rosemary Bellon, and very special friends Kathy Rorick and Jon and Kesha Belles.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 26, 2010 at 11:00 am at the Athens Wesleyan Church, R.R.#2, Wilawana Road, Sayre, PA with the Rev. David Larsen officiating. Arrangements are under the care of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., Athens, PA. Guestbook
Donald W. Nash, 80, of Athens, PA passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
Mr. Nash was born on December 30, 1929 in Nanticoke, PA the son of the late C. Walter and Carol (George) Nash.
Following graduation from Newport High School in 1947, he served in the United States Army of Occupation and was stationed in Tokyo, Japan. He was a 1953 graduate of Pennsylvania State University, attaining a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering. His first post-college position was with General Railway Signal Corp. in Rochester, NY in 1955. Mr. Nash joined International Business Machine Corp., initially in Vestal, NY and then at the Federal Systems Division in Owego, NY, retiring in 1985.
A 30 year resident of Nichols, NY, he was active in the Nichols Jaycees and served on the Tioga Central School Board of Directors for several terms. He was a life member of the Sayre Sportsmen’s Club, a member of the Sayre ELKS Lodge BPOE 1148, Sayre V.F.W. Skiff Bower Post 1536, a social member of Roma Madre Lodge #1342 Sons of Italy.
Mr. Nash had many hobbies including fishing, hunting, golf, and bowling. He was an avid stamp and coin collector.
He is predeceased by his parents and brother Jack O. Nash.
Mr. Nash is survived by his wife of 60 years, Carol (Karpinski); sons, Donald W. (Michaelene) Nash Jr., M.D. of Chenango Bridge, NY and David O. (Mary) Nash of Indianapolis, IN; daughter, Debra (Gregg) Jorissen of Tampa, FL; grandchildren, Michele, Sean, and Eric Nash of Indianapolis, IN; Derek Starr of Binghamton, NY; and Tiffany Starr of Phoenix, AZ; niece, Jill (Alton) Blodgett and nephew, Jack D. (Donna) Nash both of CT.
At Mr. Nash’s request, there will be no calling hours or services. Arrangements are under the care of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his memory to your favorite charity. Guestbook
Isabel V. Downey, 88, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at ElderWood at Tioga.
She was born on January 13, 1922 in Athens, PA the daughter of the late Tillman J. and Jennie L. Bird Clark.
Isabel attended school and graduated from Waverly, NY. She was currently attending Calvary Baptist Church and was a member of Keystone Baptist Church, where she taught third grade Sunday School Class, and served as church secretary for several years. Isabel was an avid reader and donated many Christian books to the church library. Isabel enjoyed staying home and taking care of her home and family. She also liked sewing, crocheting, and doing craft projects for her family and others.
She is predeceased by her first husband Francis Winslow who was killed in Germany in WWII in 1945, her second husband of 65 years Nathan on June 4, 2010, and son Donald P. Downey July 12, 2000.
Isabel is survived by her two daughters and sons-in-law Fern Marie and Nelson Cook of Waverly, NY and Roxanna and Lynn Barringer of Oregon City, OR, two sons and daughters-in-law Francis and Karen Winslow of Florence, NC, Robert and Sally Winslow of Waverly, NY, and son Terry Winslow of Worchester, MA, 16 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.
Friends and family may call on Tuesday, June 22, 2010 from 10 am - 11am at the
Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at 11am at the funeral home with Leland Thompson officiating.
Burial will be in Orange Hill Cemetery, AthensTwp., PA.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: Calvary Baptist Church, 701 West Pine Street, Athens, PA. Guestbook
Marie B. Hicks, 85, Sayre, PA passed away on Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
She was born on March 23, 1925 in Sayre, PA the daughter of the late Howard and Florence Oliver Woodruff.
Marie graduated from Sayre High School and was employed as an inspector with Blue Swan Mills and a secretary with Horton Electric, Waverly, NY. She was a member of the Sayre United Methodist Church. Marie belonged to the Order of the Eastern Star #23, Sayre for 50 years. She enjoyed lunches at Beeman’s, family gatherings, and time spent with her rummage sale pal and coffee clutch comrade Barbara Johnson.
She is predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Donald, brothers Richard and Edward Woodruff, and sister Ruby Shaffer.
Marie is survived by her children Robert and Ann Hicks of Nuneaton, UK, Joanne and Douglas Adams of Huntersville, NC, and Verne and Eileen Hicks of Monroeton, PA, grandchildren Michael, Kevin, Jesse and Jeremy Hicks, and Katherine Covington, great-grandchildren Chloe, Thomas, Isabell, and Jessica Hicks, and Harvey Covington, and long-time and forever best friend Barbara Johnson, and her husband Carl, and several nieces and nephews.
Friends and family may call at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA on Sunday, June13, 2010 from 1pm – 2pm. Funeral Services will follow at the funeral home at 2:00pm with Rev. James Donahoo officiating.
Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in Marie’s memory to: Pennsylvania Association for the Blind, 2121 Reach Road, P.O. Box 3292. Williamsport, PA 17701. Guestbook
William "Bill" Kaye, 83, of East Smithfield, Pa, passed away on Monday, June 7, 2010 at home.
He was born on July 28, 1926 in Philadelphia, PA the son of the late William and Florence Bragger Kaye.
Bill joined the United States Navy in 1944 and served until 1946 when he received an honorable discharge. He was an avid sportsman enjoying hunting, and fishing. Because of Bill’s belief in the 2nd Amendment, he supported many clubs that upheld the constitution. He was a Lifetime Member of the N.R.A., Sayre Sportsman’s Club, the Ridgebury Sportsman Club, and was a Founding Member of the Bucks County Langhorne Rod & Gun Club. He was a Charter Member of the Upper Makefiled Fire Company, member of Newtown Reliance Company, Newtown Rotary Club, Upper Makefield Business Association, American Legion Post #49 Troy, and V.F.W. Post # 8675 Troy.
Bill is survived by his wife Jane of 32 years, at home, children William Kaye, III of Wilmington, DE, Christine Kaye of Solebury, PA, Andrew Kaye, of Princeton NJ, Steven J. Kaye of CO, Fredric (Elena) Kaye of El Cerrito, CA, Gerald Kaye of Pineville, PA, Neil (Shellie) Gerould of Bentley Creek, PA, and Richard (Cathy) Gerould of Kaislof, AK, 14 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, twin sister Muriel Eastwick of Levittown, PA, sister Ada Trott of FL and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Friday, June 11, 2010 from 1pm – 3pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at 3pm at the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Mitchell officiating.
Burial will be in Union Cemetery, East Smithfield, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to: Guthrie Hospice, R.R. #1, Box 154, Towanda, PA 18848 or East Smithfield Federated Church, P.O. Box 7, East Smithfield, PA 18817. Guestbook
Teresa A. Arnold ,56, of Sayre, PA passed away Friday, June 4, 2010 at home after her brave battle with cancer.
She was born on June 29, 1953 in Elmira, NY the daughter of John R. and Janette Rought Howe.
Teresa graduated from Sayre Area High School in 1971. She owned and operated Arnold’s Trailer Court with her husband, Paul. Teresa was a member of the Litchfield United Methodist Church, served on the Board of Directors, taught Sunday School for 7 years, was Sunday School Superintendent, and loved her church family. She was a member of the Litchfield Volunteer Fire Company, and the Litchfield Volunteer Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary for 7 years, and was a member of the Red Hat Society, Valley LaDiDah’s. Teresa enjoyed playing computer games, and was an avid bingo player.
She is predeceased by her father Floyd McNeal, grandmother Edna Cleveland, father-in-law Wallace Arnold, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, step-sisters, and one step-brother.
Teresa is survived by her husband Paul at home, daughter Stephanie (James) Hosmer of Kingsport, TN, grandchildren Kirestn, Kristle, and Kyle Hosmer, of Kingsport, TN, mother Jannette McNeal of Sayre, PA, brother Dale (Mary) Howe of, OH, sister Lisa (Dan) Reed of Athens, PA, step-sons Jamie and Kevin Arnold of , Columbia, MO, step-sisters Maxine (Larry) Lanterman Sayre, PA, and Susan (Art) Sackett of Chemung,NY, and step-brother Charlie (Lynn) McNeal, special nieces Nicole Brennan, and Trisha Howe Rosh, nephew Tommy (Sheri) Howe, special cousin Helen House, special friends Leslie Kyle, Carol Merrill, Norma Barrowcliff, Dottie Dertny, Joan Desmond, and Elaine Nepsha, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Saturday, June 12, 2010 from 1pm – 3pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at the Funeral Home at 3pm with the Rev. Jon Austin from Litchfield United Methodist Church officiating.
Burial will be in South Litchfield Cemetery.
Memorials may be made in Teresa’s memory to: Litchfield United Methodist Church, R.R. #1, Box 99, Sayre, PA 18840 Att:Norma Barrowcliff Guestbook
David Edmonds, 56, of Binghamton, NY passed away on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA.
He was born May 2, 1954 in Rochester, NY.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA 18810. Guestbook
Nathan A. Downey, 88, of Sayre, PA went home to be with His Lord on Friday, June 04, 2010 at ElderWood at Tioga.
He was born in Towanda, PA on March 7, 1922 to the late Arch S. and Helen M. Smith Downey.
Nathan was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and loved serving His Lord. He was graduated from Sayre High School in 1942, and served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. Nathan enjoyed fishing. He was a member of Sayre V.F.W. Skiff Bower Post #1536.
He is predeceased by his son Donald Downey and brother Charles L. Downey.
Nathan is survived by his wife Isabel of 65 years at home, children Fern and Nelson Cook of Waverly, NY, Francis and Karen Winslow of Florence, NC, Robert and Sally Winslow of Waverly, NY, Terry Winslow of MA, Roxanna and Lynn Berringer of Oregon City, OR, and Karen Downey of FL, 16 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, and
3 great-great-grandchildren.
Friends and family may call on Tuesday, June 8, 2010 from 10am – 11am at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home with Leland Thompson from Calvary Baptist Church officiating.
Burial will be in Orange Hill Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to: Calvary Baptist Church, 701 W. Pine Street, Athens, PA 18810. Guestbook
Frank L. Cazassa, 75, of Towanda, PA passed away Thursday, June 3, 2010 at home following an extended illness.
He was born October 3, 1934 in Union City, NJ the son of the late Geobatta and Mary Molinari Cazassa.
Frank was a Police Officer in Cliffside Park, NJ before retiring in 1985 to move to Towanda, PA. After coming to PA, the couple owned and operated Quick Stop Country Store in Durell, PA. On November 18, 1956, Frank and Betty Ann Peterson married in Roswell, NM. They recently celebrated 53 years of marriage. Frank enjoyed shooting sports for which he won many trophies, and collected many cars.
He is predeceased his infant daughter Debra Lynn.
Frank is survived by his wife of 53 years Betty at home, 3 sons Robert (Sharon) Cazassa of Closter, NJ, Richard Cazassa of Bergenfield, NJ, and Michael (Tricia Bennett) Cazassa of Towanda, PA, daughter Mary Ann (Lee) Kressler of Towanda, PA, granddaughters, Michelle, Katie, Kylie, and Sierra Cazassa, grandsons Richard Cazassa, and Christopher and Brian Kressler, great-granddaughters Brianna and Peyton Rider, and Melanie and Ashley Larrabee.
Friends and family may call on Sunday on June 6, 2010 from 2pm to 4pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, Pa. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 7, 2010 at 11am at the funeral home with the Rev. Sharon Lowery officiating.
Burial will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, PA. Guestbook
Helen D. Semezko, 86, of Athens, PA, passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital unexpectedly.
She was born on February 19, 1924 in Passaic, NJ.
Helen was a member of St. Joseph’s Church and the Altar and Rosary Society.
She is predeceased by her parents, husband Peter, and son Robert Semezko.
Helen is survived her daughter and son-in-law Janice and Leonard Addabbo of Litchfield, PA, and her brother Henry Kowal of Passaic, NJ.
At Helen’s request there will be no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2010 at 9:30 AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel, Chapel Road, Ridgebury, PA with Rev. Vincent Langan officiating. Arrangements are under the care of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Helen’s memory to: Stray Haven Humane Society, 194 Shephard Rd., Waverly, NY 14982, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel, C/O Epiphany Catholic Church, 304 S. Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA 18840 or Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Cemetery, 483 Ridgebury Rd., Columbia CrossRoads, PA 16914.
Burial will be in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cemetery. Guestbook
Agnes H. Haluska, 88, of Sayre, PA passed away Sunday, May 23, 2010 at the Robert Packer Hospital.
She was born September 18, 1921 in Sayre, PA the daughter of the late Andrew and Anna Murray Herrick.
Agnes was a member of the Church of The Epiphany. She enjoyed playing poker, pinochle and bingo. Agnes loved her nieces and nephews and their families, whose lives she touched through the years with her love, caring nature, humor and generous hospitality.
She is predeceased by sisters Mary Hart, Kathryn Romania and Helena Lobdell; brothers Bill Herrick and Gene Herrick.
Agnes is survived by her husband of 62 years John J. Haluska, Jr. at home, sisters Julia Newman of Waverly, NY, and Josephine Egger of Denver, CO, sisters-in-law Catherine and Daniel Murray of Lehighton, PA, and Mary Haluska of Sayre, PA, and several nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, May 28, 2010 at 9:30AM at the Church of the Epiphany with Rev. Andrew Hvzdovic officiating. Arrangements are under the care of Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., Athens, PA.
Burial will be in the Ukarinian Cemetery, Athens Twp., PA.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Bridge Food Pantry, 418 Waverly St., Waverly, NY 14892. Guestbook
Donald “Donnie” Weiss, 63, of Houston, TX, formerly of Athens, PA passed away at home on Thursday, May 22, 2010.
He was born on January 22, 1947 in Hazleton, PA, the son of Victor and Gertrude Michael Weiss.
Donnie graduated from Athens Area High School and was a member of the Athens Bulldogs Football Team and was their star quarterback. He received a football scholarship to Juniata College and upon graduation was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys. Donnie spent most of his professional career as a successful player in the Canadian League. He was employed as a Chemist in California and Houston, TX with SGS Laboratories. Donnie was an avid fisherman with a quick wit, kind soul, and always brightened the lives of those around him. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Donnie is survived by his parents Victor and Gertrude Weiss of Athens, PA, brother Bob (Tracy) Weiss of Seattle, WA, nieces Jessica, Angela, and Grace Weiss, and nephew Stuart Weiss.
At the request of the family, there will be no calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the care of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Donnie’s memory to: Athens United Methodist Church, 118 South Main Street, Athens, PA 18810. Guestbook
Frederick Nichols, 86, of Sayre, PA passed away peacefully at home, Thursday, May 20, 2010.
Born February17, 1924 in Orwell Township, PA, Fred was the son of the late Lawrence James and Minnie Jones Nichols.
Fred graduated from Orwell Grade School, Rome High School and attended Williamsport Community College, and also attended Old Mississippi State University for a 6 month Aviation Cadet accelerated program.
Following a 3 month courtship, Fred married the love of his life, Evelyn Barbara Loyack on February 12, 1949 in Wyalusing, PA. They celebrated 61 years of marriage this year.
Fred retired from Athens Ingersoll Rand after 44 years of employment. He was a pilot and had a great love of flying, motorcycling, fishing, and was an avid bowler, golfer, and hunter. He was a member of the Church of the Redeemer in Sayre, PA.
He was a veteran of WWII, having served with the United States Army in the European Theater of Operation, where he was awarded Two Battle Stars for the Saar Basin, Rhineland, and Central Europe Campaigns. Fred served our country proudly and with honor, having received the following citations,Good Conduct Medal, American Theater Service Medal, EAME Theater Medal WWII, 2 Battle Stars, Victory Medal, and Carbine-Sharpshooter. Fred was a Life Member of BPOE #1148 Sayre, Life Member of VFW #1536 Sayre, Last Man’s Club VFW #1536 Sayre, Owego L.O.O.M. #1595, Nichols Tioga Country Club. The American Bowling Congress, Member of the Bowling Hall of Fame, Life Member of Ingersoll Rand Service Club, Life Member of the Pedicraft Club at the Guthrie Clinic, Social Member of the Sons of Italy, Active Member of the Athens Township Fire Police, 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason and Member of Rural Amity Lodge #70 Athens, Rose Croieus Towanda and Valley of Williamsport Consistory, Past Commander of Northern Commandery #16 Towanda.
He is predeceased by his sons Dale L. Nichols, and Larry A. Nichols, sister-in-law Virginia Nichols, and brothers-in-law Robert Loyack and Robert Capwell. .
Frederick is survived by his beloved wife Evelyn of 61years, son Gregory and his wife Mary Frances of Fairfax Station, VA, stepson Gerald Loyack and his wife Elaine of Londonderry, NH, daughter-in-law Kathy Nichols of Milan, PA, grandsons Jason Nichols and his wife Nichole of Nichols, NY, James Gregory Nichols, of Fairfax Station, VA, and Peter William Nichols of Fairfax Station, VA, granddaughter Phoebe Louise Nichols of Fairfax Station, VA, great-grandsons Lucas Andrew, and Ryan Stanley Nichols, NY, brother Howard Nichols of Zephyr Hills, FL, sisters Lois (Joseph) Melani of Tucson, AZ, and Arlene (Glen) Chapman of Horseheads, NY, sisters-in-law Mary Capwell of Savannah, GA, Arlene (Ronald) Miller of Rochester, NY, and Laura Loyack of Wyalusing, PA, and several nieces, and nephews.
At Fred’s request there will be no calling hours. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 11:00 am at the Church of the Redeemer, 201 S. Wilbur Ave., Sayre, PA with the Rev. Dr. Andrea Baldyga and Rev. Benjamin Lentz officiating. Arrangements are under the care of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., Athens, PA.
Burial will be in the All Saint’s Chapel in the Church Columbarium by his son Gregory accompanied by grandsons James and Peter.
Memorial donations may be made in Frederick’s memory to: Ingersoll Rand Federal Credit Union, 199 North Main Street, Athens, PA 18810 as a continuing education fund for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A good man and because of the respect and kindness he showed to all, Fred will be greatly missed by family and friends. Guestbook
Doris Jean Bunnell, 67, of Concord passed away on December 22, 2009 at Carolinas Medical Center, NE, in Concord.
Born in Pennsylvania on April 20, 1942, to the late Dana and Amelia Gable Depew.
She is predeceased by her husband Lewis Bunnell, daughter Brenda Bunnell, and great-grandson Kaleb Carey.
Doris is survived by her daughter Laury Wright and husband Tim of Concord, nC, sister Virginia Penrith of Meshoppen, PA, brothers James Depew of Osage Beach, MO, and William Depew of Osage Becah, MO, grandchildren Chad Carey and wife Virginia, Brad Carey, Sarh Wright, and two great-grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 22, 2010 at 1pm at Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA 18810 with the Rev. Gary Myers officiating.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA. Guestbook
Alfred Raymond Kowalek, 86, of Athens, PA passed away Tuesday morning, May 4, 2010 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA.
Born on May 19, 1923 in Nanticoke, PA, he was the son of German immigrants, the late Fredrick and Marie Schadley Kowalek.
Graduating from Nanticoke High School in 1941, he was an Eagle Scout and attended the University of Pennsylvania. Alfred married June Clark of Nanticoke on November 25, 1944 and served in the U.S. Army with the China-Burma-India Campaign. He was employed by Ingersoll-Rand Company and later by the Athens Area School District. He was a former Scout Master of Troop 37 in Athens and held memberships in the Smithsonian Institution, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 1536, and the PA Association of School Retirees.
In his retirement years, Alfred enjoyed traveling the United States, reading, carpentry, U.S. and Native American history, wildlife and exploring the rivers in his canoe.
In addition to his parents, Alfred was predeceased by his wife, June on September 7, 1981, his sister, Frieda Sterzenbach, and four brothers,William Kowalek, Frederick Kowalek, Paul Kowalek, and Eric Kowalek and son, Lloyd M. Streeter in 1998.
Alfred married Betty C. Streeter on September 15, 1990 in Roanoke, Virginia.
Alfred is survived by his loving wife, Betty Kowalek of Athens, sons and daughters, Dale Kowalek and (special friend Nancy Meyers) of Chalfont, PA, Jan Kowalek of Sayre, PA, Donna and (John) Harbst of Athens, PA, Steven and (Kathy) Streeter of Athens, PA, David Streeter and( friend-Bea Hyatt) of Sayre, PA, Brian Streeter of Athens, PA, John (Coral) Streeter of Sayre, PA, Jacqueline (John) Keiers of Sayre, PA, and Katherine Streeter of Sayre, PA. He also is survived by 17 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and many special friends.
A memorial service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church, 622 S. Main St., Athens, PA on Saturday, May 8, 2010. Visitation will be held at 2 p.m. with the service beginning at 3 p.m. with the Pastor Nelson Kopatz officiating. Arrangements are under the care of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., Athens, PA.
Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA.
In lieu of flowers, it is suggested memorials be directed to: Spaulding Memorial Library, S. Main St., Athens, PA 18810; Stray Haven Humane Society, 194 Shepard Rd., Waverly, NY 14892; or Guthrie Hospice, R.R.1, Box 154, Towanda, PA 18848 in his memory. Guestbook
Lillian “Lill” Ruth Welch Beeman, 69, of Sayre, PA went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 2, 2010.
She was born July 30, 1940 in Endicott, NY the daughter of the late Leon and Gertrude Gregory Welch of Warren Center, PA.
Lill graduated from Northeast Bradford High School in 1958. She was a loving wife, having just celebrated her 50th anniversary with her husband, Larry, on February 13, 2010. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who devoted her life to her family. Lill enjoyed making quilts, and cooking. She loved family reunions, traveling around the country to be a part of them and weekly family get- togethers at her home.
Lill and her husband Larry, with their family owned and operate Beeman’s Family Restaurant where her hometown cookin’ has been a tradition for over 30 years in Sayre, PA. The restaurant will be closed all day Wednesday, May 5, 2010 honoring Lillian and celebrating her life.
She is predeceased by her brother Donald Welch.
Lillian is survived by her husband of 50 years Lawrence “Larry” Beeman, two daughters Karen and her husband Tom Higley of Sayre, PA, and JoAnn Havey of Athens, PA, two sons Steve Beeman of Sayre, PA, and Scott and his wife Shelly Beeman of Sayre, PA, five brothers Albert (Ann) Welch, Ronald (Doris) Welch, Gene (Alice) Welch, Lawrence (Donna) Welch, and Leland (Gale) Welch, seven sisters, Frances Holden, Irene Welch, Dorothy (Chuck) Pease, Mary (Glen) Hainey, Helen (Tom) Brown, Lucille (Karl) Wells, and Eleanor Browning, twelve grandchildren Elizabeth, Marshall, Dan, Jay, NyAnna, Ashley, Zack, Miranda, Tyler, Scott, Sandon, Sydney, two great-grandchildren Noah, and Trenton, several cousins, nieces and nephews, and two special family members Jack Walker, and Ron Elliott.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life Service at the V.F.W. Skiff Bower Post 1536, 932 West Lockhart Street, Sayre, PA on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 from 2pm to 6pm. A Memorial Service will be held at 4pm with the Rev. James Donahoo officiating. Arrangements are under the care of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., Athens, PA.
Freida L Beers, 89, of Athens, Pa. passed away on Saturday, May1, 2010 at Ashton Healthcare Facility following an extended illness.
She was born October 17, 1920 in Sayre, Pa. the daughter of the late George L and Emma (Cron) Drake.
Freida graduated from Sayre High School and went on to graduate from Bailey’s School of Cosmetology in 1940. She was a lifetime member of the Sayre United Methodist Church and there taught Sunday school for many years.
She retired from Sears Catalogue store in Sayre in 1983 after 31 years of service. After retirement, she and her husband spent 22 winter’s in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. They also traveled extensively to many foreign countries and spent a great deal of time traveling with their two grandson’s to many destinations for which Grandmother will always fondly be remembered.
Freida and her husband spent many enjoyable hours together with friends golfing and bowling as well as taking many memorable bus trips with the senior citizens of the valley. Freida also enjoyed reading, baking, sewing, crocheting, knitting, and crafts.
She is predeceased by her sister and brother in law, Elmer & Doris Staight.
Freida is survived by her husband of 67 years, Bernard H Beers of Athens, Pa. and son and daughter in law, Duane & Marsha (Zagozewski) Beers of Charlotte, NC. Grandchildren, David & Joyce Beers of Columbus, Ohio and Brian Beers and children (great-grandchildren) Ethan and Anderson of Green Bay, WI, and many nieces, and nephews.
Friends and family may call at the Jay E Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 S Main Street, Athens, Pa. on May 6, 2010 from 12-1:00pm. Funeral services will follow at the Funeral Home immediately after visiting hours at 1:00pm; officiated by the Rev. Martin Bovee.
Memorial donations may be made in Freida’s memory to: The Athens United Methodist Church, 118 S Main Street Athens, Pa. 18810.
The family would like to express their appreciation for the wonderful loving care shown to our loving wife & mother over the past several months of her life at Ashton Healthcare - (Victoria Unit). Guestbook
Philip J. Miller, of Sayre, Pa, formerly of Waverly, NY passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
He was born on April 17, 1929 in Enid, OK the son of the late Percy and Achsa Golden Miller.
Philip was a New York State Trooper, served in the Marine Corp during the Korean Conflict. He received his Associates Degree in Criminal Justice through Broome Community College. He was a member of V.F.W. Skiff-Bower Post 1536, Roma Madre Lodge #1342 Sons of Italy, Sayre Elks Lodge, Loyal Order of the Moose #1490, American Legion Post #283, a Lifetime Member of National Rifle Association, and the North American Hunting Club.
Philip is survived by his cousins Patricia and Joseph Altieri of South Waverly, PA and their children, Joey Altieri of Corning, NY, Gregg and Kati Altieri of Pittsburgh, PA, and Matthew Altieri of South Waverly, PA, special friends, Linda Rogers of Athens, PA, Richard Antonetti of Sayre, PA, and Jack and Nancy Felicita of Ulster, Pa, son Thomas Miller of Hilton Head, SC, daughter Debra (Dallas) Atkins of Sumter, SC, 2 grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. James Catholic Church, 503 Clark Street, Waverly, NY, on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at 10:00am. Arrangements are under the care of Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., Athens, PA.
Burial will be in St. James Cemetery. Guestbook
Virginia M. Park, 91, of Athens, PA passed away on Monday, April 26, 2010 at Sayre House following a brief illness.
She was born on March 15, 1919 in Maceyville, PA the daughter of the late George Edward and Miriam Kissinger Lange.
Virginia and her husband Guy was owner and operator of the Red and White Grocery Store in Athens, PA, and the Sayre Super Duper Store. Later she worked as secretary for the Athens School District until her retirement. Virginia was a lifetime member of the Athens United Methodist Church having joined in 1938 and was active in the Quilting Club.
She is predeceased by her husband Guy C. Park, son Wayne Carlton Park, and her daughter Fraya Joan Park.
Virginia is survived by her brother Bruner Lange of Lockhaven, PA, brother-in-law Raymond M. and Jean M. Park of Sayre, PA, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins, and several great and great-great nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA on Friday, April 30, 2010 from 12:00pm-2:00pm. Funeral services will follow at the Funeral home at 2:00pm with Rev. Martin Bovee officiating.
Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in Virginia’s memory to: Athens United Methodist Church, 118 South Main Street, Athens, PA 18810. Guestbook
Richard E. Arnold, Sr., of Athens Township, PA passed away at his home on Saturday, April 24, 2010 following a courageous battle with bladder cancer.
He was born in Sayre, PA on September 12, 1941 to Harold and Helen Sydock Arnold of Nichols, NY.
Dick graduated from Tioga Central High School in 1959. After graduation, he enlisted in the US Navy, and served in the Vietnam War as an Electronics Technician on the Aircraft Carrier, Ranger. Following military service, he worked at Metropolitan Life Insurance Company and then later followed his entrepreneurial heart in establishing Arnold’s Truck Center, “The Place With The Truck On The Roof.” Dick ran Arnold’s Truck Center from 1974 until he retired from the used truck business in 2009 and always believed that selling a quality truck to someone was more important than a cheap price. Dick was an entrepreneur at heart and was very instrumental in helping numerous other local entrepreneurs start their businesses. In his spare time, he enjoyed traveling on a whim, fishing at the Sebastian Inlet in Florida, and watching racing.
Dick is survived by four children: Heather (Dana) Hess of Columbus, GA, Richard (Tonya) Arnold, Jr. of Sayre, PA, Stephanie (Michael) Pitoniak of York, PA, and Andrea Arnold of Salt Lake City, Utah, ex-wife and friend Pamela Arnold of Sayre, PA and long-time friend Terry Dixon.
In staying with the wishes of Dick there will be no calling hours or funeral. A private celebration of Dick’s life will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the care of Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in Dick’s memory to: Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 79, Ulster, PA 18850 or Epiphany Elementary School, 304 South Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA 18840. Guestbook
Charles A. “Art” Robbins, 79, of Waverly, NY passed away on Saturday, April 17, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
He was born on May 15, 1930, in Chemung, NY the son of the late Charles S. and Mildred I. Depew Robbins.
He was a Spray Painter for American LaFrance , Elmira, NY. He worked construction at Walt Disney World in FL, was Owner/Operator of his own Trucking Company that covered the Eastern Seaboard, and was employed as a Guard at the A&P Plant, Big Flats, NY, retiring from Suburban Pipe Co. in VA in 1989. Charles was a longtime farmer in the Chemung area, attended North Waverly Chapel, and was a Lifetime Member of Chemung Fire Department.
He is predeceased by his infant son Robert C. Robbins, sister Louise Ennis, brothers Louis and Norman Robbins, sister-in-law Roberta Robbins, and brothers-in-law Corliss Howard, and Charles Ennis.
Charles is survived by his children Stephen Robbins of Mayfield, PA, Dennis Robbins of Sayre, PA, Joyce Robbins of Scranton, PA, Helen (Tim) Thompson of Dundee, NY, Linda (Jack) Allen of Meshoppen, PA, Suzi (BJ) Brewer of Laceyville, PA, and Gary (Kelly) Robbins of Meshoppen, PA, 18 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, sisters Shirley Howard of Dumfries, VA, Ida Shipman of Smithboro, NY, Charlotte Petty of Rome, PA, and Patti (Wade) Phelan of Endicott, NY, and brothers Franklin Robbins of Waverly, NY and William (Sandy) Robbins of Chemung, NY , sisters-in-law Mary Robbins of Waverly, NY, and Arlene Robbins of Raymond, NH, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins, special friend Bea Ripley of Waverly, NY.
Friends and family may call on Wednesday, April 21, 2010 from 2pm – 3pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral Services will follow at the funeral home at 3pm with the Rev. William Wells officiating.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to: Alzheimer Association of NE PA, Kirby Health Center, 57 Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701. Guestbook
On April 16, 2010 Stanley Eugene Platt, Sr., 83, was called home by the Lord to join his late, ever loving wife Alice Diane Platt.
He was born on March 9, 1927 in Sayre, PA the son of the late Floyd and Caroline Hardentstine Platt.
Stanley was a Jack of all Trades. He was a very loving father, grandfather and friend. He served in the US Navy as a Chief Boatswain and survived World War II.
He is predeceased by his parents and his wife, Alice Diane Platt; brothers George, Leon, Joseph and Alex Platt; sisters Auseneth (Pat) Williams, Margaret Howard, Shirley Young, Dawn Spencer, and Janet Dunne.
Stanley is survived by his children Larry Platt, Cortland, NY, Paul and Cathy Platt, Oneida, NY, Michelle and Richard Millard, Athens, PA, Terry Satterly, Athens, PA, Richard and Daisy Platt, Deltona, FL, and Stanley (Jr.) and Christina Platt, Sayre, PA; siblings Sarah Casterline, Joan and Bob Stevens, Jessie and Joe Arcesi, and Genevieve Babcock; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins; and special adopted family Art and Dorothy VanRiper.
Friends and family may call at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 from 1-2:00pm. Funeral services will follow at 2:00pm with Rev. Sharon Lowery officiating.
Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA. Guestbook
Mackenzie Leiann Dolan, Infant, of Athens, PA passed away on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital.
She was born April 13, 2010 in Sayre, PA the daughter of Derrick Allen and Jennifer Kepner Dolan.
She is predeceased by her Maternal Great-grandfather William Schmeig, Paternal Great-grandmother Lelia Allen, and Paternal Great-grandfather Henry Dolan.
Mackenzie is survived by her Parents at home, Maternal Grandparents Douglas Kepner and Joann and Moe Mosher of Sayre, PA, Paternal Grandparents Gerald and Jean Dolan of Athens, PA, Uncles Joshua Kepner of Sayre, PA, and Kyle Dolan of Little River, SC, and Cousin Masyn Kepner of Sayre, PA.
At the request of the family services will be private. Arrangements are under the care of Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: OB/Gyn Unit/9th Floor, First Impressions Birthing Center, One Guthrie Square, Sayre, PA 18840. Guestbook
Winifred (Winnie) A. Hicks, 72, of Sayre, PA passed away Sunday, April 11, 2010 at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA.
Winnie was born on November 12, 1937 in Sayre, PA the daughter of the late Christopher and Ruby Claypool Delaney.
She graduated from Athens High School in 1956 and was an avid Athens sports fan. Winnie was a member of the First Church of God in Sayre, PA.
She is predeceased by her parents and a sister Nancy.
She is survived by her spouse of 53 years Gerald Hicks, Sayre, PA; children Terry Hicks, Sayre, PA, Kathleen and Kevin Hyatt, Mansfield, PA, Jacquelyn Hicks, Sayre, PA, Lonnie Hicks, Sayre, PA, and Steve and Mary Hicks, Sayre, PA; grandchildren Maureen Lee, Sayre, PA, Kristy Hicks, Sayre, PA and Delaney Hyatt, Mansfield, PA; sister Pearl and Vern Vanderpool, Sayre, PA; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Memorial Service will be held at the First Church of God on Saturday, April, 17, 2010 at 11:00am with Rev. Dewey Jeffrey officiating.
Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in Winnie’s memory to the Bradford County Humane Society, PO Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850. Guestbook
Grace Lorraine Bracken, 71, of Athens, PA passed away Saturday, April 11, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA.
Grace Lorraine was born on May 28, 1938 in Athens, PA the daughter of the late Herbert A. (Sr.) and Maude Knowles Morley.
Grace Lorraine was an avid Pinochle card player with her sisters and she bowled for the Waverly Moose Club Traveling Bowling Team. Grace also played softball for Ingersoll-Rand Ladies Softball Team and was a member of the Diahoga Hose Company #6 and Athens Borough Fire Police.
Grace Lorraine is predeceased by her parents, son Norman A. Bracken, Jr., a brother Herbert A. Morley, Jr. and a granddaughter Deborah Lee Forrest.
Grace Lorraine is survived by her husband of 54 years Norman A. Bracken, Sr.; children Deborah L. Bracken, Conway, SC and Patricia Goonan, Deland, FL; grandchildren Anthony A. Bracken, William M. Burke, and Jennifer R. Burke of Conway, SC; Melinda Whalen, Tristen Goonan, Dominick Goonan, and Noah Smith of Deland, FL; siblings Bob Morley, Ogden, UT, Victor Morley, South Waverly, PA, Esther Geiger, Sayre, PA, Lyle Morley, Athens, PA, Dean Morley, Athens, PA, Jean Fischer, Houston, TX, Janet Readenour, Athens, PA, and James Morley, Lowman, NY; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Wednesday, April 14, 2010 from noon-2:00pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA 18810. Funeral Services will follow at 2:00pm at the funeral home.
Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in the memory of Grace Lorraine Bracken; to a Pennsylvania base Camp for Children with Diabetes: Setebaid Services, Inc., PO Box 196, Winfield, PA 17889-0196 or visit www.setebaidservices.org.
Herethel M. Johnson, 101, of Athens, PA passed away Saturday, April 3, 2010 at ElderWood at Tioga.
She was born on July 14, 1908 in Lounsbury, NY the daughter of the late Robert and Hattie Ridgeway Callear.
Herethel was a member of the Athens United Methodist Church. She was employed at the Robert Packer Hospital, Guthrie Clinic as a Registered Nurse, and was also a Private Nurse for Dr. Guthrie. Herethel was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star-Newark Valley, Methodist P.E.O.-Newark Valley, Library Club of Athens, and the Garden Club of East Smithfield.
She is predeceased by her husband Theodore Johnson, brothers Clinton and Gerald Callear, sisters Alene Farley, Evelyn Wurtenberg, Alta Rolfe, Lillian Burns, and Hattie Callear.
Herethel is survived by her step-sons Gary (Fay) Johnson of Newark Valley, NY, and Warren Johnson of Newark Valley, NY, 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild, sister Leola Morris of Athens, PA , brothers Robert Callear of Athens, PA, and Elmer (Rachel) Callear of Athens, PA, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Tuesday, April 6, 2010 from11:00 am to12:00 pm at the
Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 12:00 pm with the Rev. Martin Bovee from the Athens United Methodist Church officiating.
Burial will be in Vestal Hills Cemetery, Vestal, NY.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: Athens Methodist P.E.O. Fund, 118 South Main Street, Athens, PA 18810. Guestbook
Robert D. Toole, 79, of, Forksville, PA, formerly of Sayre, passed away Thursday, April 1, 2010 at Dar-Way Nursing Home following an extended illness.
He was born October 23, 1930 in Sayre, PA the son of the late Michael and Kathryn Hanlin Toole.
Robert was a graduate of Sayre High School, and worked as a Carpenter for the Lehigh Valley Railroad for many years. He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Korean Conflict.
He is predeceased by his son Tim Toole, sisters Rita Ross, Leona Mulvey, Kathryn Dunfee, and Ruth Knapp, brothers Joseph, Richard, Thomas, and Jack Toole, and son-in-law Tom Wolcott.
Robert is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Michael and Debra Toole of Ulster, PA, daughters and sons-in-law Debbie and Bill Blauvelt of Athens, PA, and Joanie and Lee Todd of Cape Coral, FL, daughter Patricia Wolcott of Chemung, NY, 3 grandchildren,
3 great-grandchildren, and several nieces, and nephews.
At the request of the family there will be no calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the care of Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., Athens, PA.
Burial will be in St. James Cemetery, Waverly, NY at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the: Dar-Way Nursing Home Activity Fund, R.R.#1, Box 1116, Forksville, PA 18616 or Happy Tails No Kill Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 68, Towanda, PA 18848. Guestbook
Donald B. Robinson, 79, of Athens, PA passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at home following a brief illness.
He was born April 8, 1930 in New Albany, PA the son of the late Harold and Mildred Sullivan Robinson.
Donald was a 55 year member of Athens Presbyterian Church, a 1949 graduate of Athens High School, and was employed with I.B.M. in Owego, retiring in 1987 after 37 years of faithful service. He was a loving husband, and father, and he was especially proud of his 3 granddaughters. Donald was an avid outdoorsman, and loved spending time at his cottage in Fair Haven, NY.
He is predeceased by his sisters Phyllis Tennant, and Beverly Macafee.
Donald is survived by his wife of 58 years Jean at home, children, Deborah Rathfon of Endicott, NY, and David and Susan Robinson of South Waverly, PA, grandchildren Rachael and Emily Robinson of Arlington, VA, and Leslie Rathfon of Endicott, NY, brothers Francis Robinson of Barton, NY, and Gordon Robinson of Athens, PA, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Saturday, April 3, 2010 from 10 AM-11AM at the Athens Presbyterian Church. 6221/2 Main Street, Athens, PA. A Memorial Service will follow at the Church at 11AM with the Rev. Nelson Kopatz officiating. Arrangements are under the care of Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc. in Athens, PA.
Flowers will be provided by the family. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Athens Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, 622 ½ S. Main Street, Athens, PA or Sayre Public Library, 122 South Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA 18840. Guestbook
Ruth A. Merrill, 75, of Athens, PA passed away Sunday, March 21, 2010 at the Bradford County Manor following a brief illness.
She was born August 19, 1934 in Sayre, PA the daughter of the late Benjamin and Mabel Rogers Williams.
Ruth was an avid reader. She was a previous member of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, and graduated from Sayre High School in 1954. Ruth worked for Bird Sumner Agency, and Taber & Taber in Jamestown, NY.
She is predeceased by her sons John Arthur, Ronald Lewis, David Wayne, and Richard Lee Merrill, siblings Pearl Williams, Barbara Kay, and Paul Williams.
Ruth is survived by her children Pamela Merrill of New York, and Danielle Staub of Wayne, NJ, siblings Martha Westbrook of Sayre, PA, Donald & Shirley Williams of Bend, OR, and Harold & Melva Williams of Lowman, NY, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Thursday, March 25, 2010 from 4pm-6pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral Services will follow at 6pm at the funeral home with the Rev. Larry Day officiating from the Christian & Missionary Alliance Church.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 6931 Arlington Road, 2nd Floor, Bethesda, MD 20814. Guestbook
Betty Raymond Sweet, 83, passed away Wednesday, March 10, 2010 in Bergen, NY.
Betty was born February 27, 1927 in Ithaca, NY the daughter of the late Fred and Marvel Orshall Raymond . She enjoyed dancing with the Penny Promenade's and camping with the Southern Tier Wheelers and the Tom Jack Indians. She also loved to bowl in the senior citizens league. Betty retired as the cafeteria manager for the Litchfield Elementary School.
She was predeceased by her first husband Paul Raymond and second Husband Festus Sweet.
She is survived by her children Peggy Reis and Michael Logan of Bergen, NY; Hollis and Gwen Raymond of Mechanicsburg, PA; grandchildren Todd Raymond, Cherie and Jason Lane and Mark and Sherry Raymond; 6 great great grandchildren; sister Doris Allen; brother Donald Raymond along with several nieces and nephews.
A private graveside service with be held for the family at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society, 10 Park St., Towanda, PA 18848 or to the charity of one's choice. Guestbook
Catherine M. Bailey, 75, formerly of the Valley, passed away on Thursday, March 18, 2010 at home following her courageous battle with cancer with her family by her side.
She was born May 22, 1934 in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late Gerald and Marguerite Stillwell Roberts.
Catherine was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She loved camping and traveling. Catherine enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
She is predeceased by her brother Edward Roberts.
Catherine is survived by children Bonnie and Dennis Every of N. Charleston, SC, Debbra A. and Donald Chamberlain of Sayre, PA, Richard and Linda Bailey of Mebane, NC, and Scott Bailey of Chemung, NY, special niece Kathy Fink, grandchildren Carrie and Paul Gingrich, Kenneth and Jessica Chamberlain, Jennifer Every, Dennis Scott Every, Maranda and Danny Lyon, Nikki Bailey, and Zachary Bailey, 5 great-grandchildren, siblings Sarah Ede, Amy and Earl Worden, and Ray Roberts, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins .
Friends and family may call on Sunday, March 21, 2010 from 1pm - 3pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral Services will follow at 3pm at the funeral home.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Donations may be made in her memory to: American Cancer Society, 10 Park Street, Towanda, PA 18848. Guestbook
Barbara E. Kustaborder, 56, of Athens passed away into eternal peace on Sunday, March 7, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness.
She was born on January 13, 1954 in Waverly, NY the daughter of Jesse and Martha Williams Westbrook.
Barb was a member of the Sayre Christian Church. She graduated from Athens Area High School and received her Associates Degree from Elmira College. She was employed with Bradford County Day Care from 1971 to 2009. Barb loved her job, and the children she cared for. She loved to ride motorcycles, her dog “Harley”, and enjoyed doing crafts. Barb lived her life through her heart, always a smile, positive nature, and a fighter.
She is predeceased by her father Jesse Westbrook, and first husband Gerald Garrison.
Barb is survived by her husband and caregiver of 7 years Jack F. Kustaborder, children Tom (Jenn Singer) Rinus of Athens, (Kimberly (Justin) Hine of Elmira, NY, and Michael Garrison of Athens, PA, siblings Linda (Ralph) Blowers of Athens, PA, Benny (Kim) Westbrook of Athens, PA, and Willie (Sherry) Westbrook of York, PA, 12 grandchildren, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins, and her beloved dog “Harley”.
Friends and family may call on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 from 6pm – 8pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, March 11, 2010 at 11am at the funeral home with the Rev. James Donahoo officiating.
Burial will be in Bradford County Memorial Park cemetery in Luthers Mills, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., P.O. Box 191, Athens, PA 18810 to help defray the cost of the funeral expenses. Guestbook
Bonnie K. Campbell, 55, of Milan, PA passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2010 at home following an extended illness with her family by her side.
She was born November 13, 1954 in Towanda, PA the daughter of Lowell and Eva Lee Collins Goodwin.
Bonnie was employed by the Athens Area School District for several years, and was the Cafeteria Manager for the SRU School. Bonnie was a member of the Sayre Christian Church. Her grandchildren were the loves of her life. She collected anything to do with frogs, enjoyed watching hummingbirds, and sunflowers. Bonnie loved to take walks and working in her garden.
She was predeceased by her husband Clair L. Campbell, father Lowell Goodwin, brother James Goodwin, sisters Cindy Jean Goodwin, and Linda Sue Lamphere, and step-son Derrick L. Campbell.
Bonnie is survived by her children Jamie and Michele Campbell of Ulster, PA, Angela and Matthew Wright of Canton, PA, Crystal and Douglas Quinn of Athens, PA, Nicholas Campbell and April Wylie of Waverly, NY, and Matthew Campbell of Milan, PA, 9 grandchildren, mother Eva L. Ham of Towanda, PA, step-daughters Lola J. Dallas, and Tammy K. Alexander, 12 step-grandchildren, brothers Dale (Jamie Gerhardt) Ham of Rome, PA, Allen Goodwin of Rome PA, Marvin (Sue) Goodwin of Binghamton, NY, and Don (Mary Ellen) Goodwin of Big Pond, PA, sisters Virginia (Eric) Thoman of Rome, PA, Kathy (Bruce) Covert of Montour Falls, NY, Peggy (Jerry) Ebel of Newfield, NY, Dawn (Paul) Heckman of Knoxville, TN, Sharon Marshall of VA, and Donna (Jim) Rook of Wetumpka, AL, sister-in-law Marolyn (Art) Cole, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Family and friends may call on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 from 6pm - 8pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 11am with the Rev. James Donahoo officiating.
Burial will be in Bradford County Memorial Park in Luthers Mills, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: Sayre Christian Church, 427 South Keystone Ave., Sayre, PA 18840 Guestbook
Ethel M. Sherwood, 87, of Barton, NY, passed away Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at home after an extended illness.
She was born June 8, 1922 in Durham, NC the daughter of the late Norman and Lila Gray.
Ethel was a former member of the Gibson Methodist Church. She and her late husband James had a band that played in the Corning area for many years, from the 60's up to the 80's.
She is predeceased by her husband James, son William Sherwood, and daughter Josephine Reed.
Ethel is survived by her daughters Kathleen (Charles) Forrest of Ulster, PA, and Effie Capps of Marshville, NC, 8 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, siblings William Gray of Durham, NC, and Skeeter Gray of Durham, NC, and several nieces, and nephews.
A graveside service will be scheduled at a later time at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the care of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA.
Burial will be in Cooper Plains Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: Vanderpools' Personal Care Home, 177 Old Barton Road, Barton, NY 13734 Guestbook
Tillie R. Hoagland, age 88 and 10 months, of Athens, PA went home to be with her Lord on Saturday evening, February 27, 2010 surrounded by her loving daughters and pets.
Tillie graduated in 1941 from Sayre High School and has been a life-long resident of the Valley. She was a member of the Sayre United Methodist Church for over fifty years and is now a recent member of the Athens United Methodist Church. She belonged to the Ladies Auxiliary VFW #1536; was a charter member of The Statue of Liberty Foundation; a charter member of World War II Memorial; and a member of the Penn York Bowler's Hall of Fame where she was also known for her sportsmanship. She bowled in more than twenty-five New York State tournaments and five national tournaments in Baltimore, MD; Toledo, OH; St. Louis, MO; Reno, NV; and Las Vegas, NV. Tillie also bowled in the first annual Miss Liberty tournament held in Buffalo, NY as a representative of the Penn York Ladies.
She named the Keystone Manor as a result of a valley-run contest to name the new facility. Tillie also received recognition of patriotism for flying the American Flag 365 days a year. Her early employment years included the Blue Swan, Newberry's, Acme and many years as a waitress at the Iron Kettle Inn where she met her husband Delos.
Tillie was the last surviving child of ten born to Michael and Rosilia Kenish and her predeceased sisters include Mary, Ann, Katherine, Rose and brothers Harry, Wesley, Nick, Steve and John. In addition to her parents and siblings, Tillie was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-two years, Delos D. Hoagland on July 15, 1998.
She is survived by daughters Jean of Stamford, CT, Joyce of Athens and Janet, her devoted care-giver of Milan, several nieces and nephews, as well as many adopted family members; too numerous to mention.
Tillie asked that we extend her sincere admiration and appreciation to numerous giving souls who extended such loving health care to her: Dr. Walsh and Dr. McClelland and staff on 6SW at the Robert Packer Hospital, Hospice nursing, aides and volunteers and especially to Robin, her primary aide.
Tillie's passions included bowling, skating, fishing, motorcycle rides, gardening, bingo, cards, and baking those famous apple pies! She loved all God's creatures big and small, young and old and her home was always open to everyone. Her loving kindness and sense of humor will be missed but she has left us many fond memories as we celebrate her life on Friday, March 5th from 5:30pm to 8:30pm at Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. A Memorial Service celebrating Tillie's life will be held on Saturday, March 6th at the funeral home at 11:00am.
Those wishing may consider a memorial contribution in memory of Tillie to The Legacy of the Valley, Inc., PO Box 404, Athens, PA 18810; a community fundraising organization. Guestbook
James L. May, 71, of Athens, PA passed away Friday, February 26, 2010 at the Robert Packer Hospital.
Jim was born November 21, 1938 in Sayre, PA the son of the late John E. and Hazel Salsman May. Jim served in the U. S. Navy, worked for Cole Excavation, Austin excavation and Sullivan Trail excavation, Jim also enjoyed hunting and fishing.
He was predeceased by a son Jammie May in 2008, Sister Ruth Hartsock, great granddaughter Alexis Mullen and a great grandson Christopher.
Jim is survived by his children Doreen Shaw of Monroeton, PA; Dale and Donna May of North Carolina; Monica and Archie Campbell of Litchfield, PA; Donald May of Minnesota; John May and Karen of Ulster, PA; daughter-in-law Jennifer May of Louisiana; 15 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Time of gathering will be held Sunday, March 14, 2010 at the Athens Township Fire Hall from 1-4pm.
Burial will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. Guestbook
Philip L. Butler, 71, of Milan, PA passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital.
He was born on June 9, 1938 in Wellsboro, PA the son of the late Max and Charlotte Whitney Butler.
Philip taught school in the Athens School District for over 30 years. He enjoyed woodworking, traveling, ham radio, politics, and boating.
He is survived by his children Bradley and Cynthia Butler of Bloomsburg, PA, Ann and Richard Febraro of Columbia, MD, Wendy and Dave Andrews of Clifton, VA, and Marianne and Micah Chrispell of Rome, PA, five grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, two sisters Alice Boyce, and Norma Boyce, one brother Bruce Butler, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Saturday, February 27, 2010 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm at the
Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA . Guestbook
Richard Charles Pierson, 59, of Athens, PA passed away on February 20, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness surrounded by his loving family.
He was born February 16, 1951 in Sayre, PA the son of Geraldine Fitzgerald Pierson and the late Raymond L. Pierson.
Richard was a 1969 graduate of Athens High School, and a 1974 graduate of Bloomsburg University. He was formerly employed as an Elementary Education Teacher in the Spencer-VanEtten, Lakeland, FL, and Athens Area School District, as well as coaching various sports teams throughout his career. Rick loved children, sports, and was a lifelong New York Yankees and Cleveland Browns fan. He will always be remembered for his great sense of humor. Rick will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
He is predeceased by his father, and nephew Colin F. Dyke.
Richard is survived by his mother Geraldine Pierson of Waverly, NY, siblings Raymond (Diane) Pierson of Enola, PA, Elaine (Michael) McGlinchey of Sayre, PA, Kathryn Pierson of Ashley, PA, and Mary (Charles) Irvin of Elmira, NY, nephews Matthew Dyke of Ashley, PA, and Charles and Brian Irvin of Elmira, NY, and many friends.
Family and Friends may call on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 from 11am - 1pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 1pm with the Rev. Linda Rogers officiating.
Burial will be at a later date at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donation may be made to: Danielle House, 160 Riverside Drive, Binghamton, NY 13905. Condolences may be sent to: Geraldine Pierson, 37 N. Chemung Street, Room 319, Waverly, NY 14892 Guestbook
Karlene V. Sewell, 73, of Sayre, PA passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2010 at home following an extended illness with her family by her side.
She was born March 31, 1936 in Michigan City, IN the daughter of the late Alvin J. and Viola M. Tully Wenzel.
Karlene was actively involved in medical research with her husband in cardiac bypass surgery and worked alongside her husband for 30 years performing cardiac bypass surgery. She participated and organized with her husband the Pedigraft Club, enjoyed raising orchids, needle point, and playing the piano after perfecting her skills at the Peabody Conservatory School of Music in Maryland.
She was predeceased by her husband Dr. William H. Sewell, and her sister Jacqueline.
Karlene is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Doug and Darlene Sewell of Sayre, PA; granddaughter Bethany Sewell of Sayre, PA, and 3 nephews.
Family and friends may call on Wednesday, February17, 2010 from 6pm - 8pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to Guthrie Hospice, RR#1, Box 154, Towanda, PA 18848 Att: Clinical Coordinator: Sherry Rogers. Guestbook
Richard "Rick" Johnston, 63, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2010 at home surrounded by family.
He was born on February 24, 1946 in Sayre, PA the son of the late Henry and Sara Reynolds Johnston.
Rick was a life member of the JE Wheelock Hose Company, an avid NASCAR fan, and enjoyed stock car racing. He enjoyed hunting and attending auctions. Rick enjoyed spending time with family and friends. His biggest highlights were his grandchildren and great grandchildren's visits.
He is predeceased by his parents Henry and Sara Johnston, a sister Bernadette and a brother William.
He is survived by his wife Faith of 35 years; children Yvonne Orshal, Lockwood, NY; Earl (Angela) Jackson, VA, Dawn (Ricky) Lane, Athens, PA, Tracy (Larry) Evens, Sayre, PA, Alan (Lori) Burgess, Erin, NY; 15 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren; brother Joseph (Joy) Johnston, Durrell, PA, sisters Donna (James) Cobb, Towanda, PA, Mary Johnston, Elmira, NY, Lori and Robert Johnson, Sayre, PA; special friends Willard and Georgiana Johnson, Sayre, PA; several nieces, nephews and family.
Friends and family may call Tuesday, February 16, 2010 from 11:00am-1:00pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at 1:00pm at the funeral home with Rev. James Donahoo officiating. Guestbook
Goldie A. Hall, 96, a lifelong resident of East Smithfield Twp., PA passed away Sunday, February 7, 2010 at Towanda Memorial Hospital.
She was born August 15, 1913 in Bournes Mills, PA the daughter of the late Steven and Carrie Raymond Dibble.
Goldie worked 25 years at the East Smithfield Farms Cheese Factory as a Lab Technician. She was a member of Tom Jack Camping Club and liked to fish and make crafts. Goldie enjoyed meeting friends at the Sayre Senior Citizens Center on Mondays. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother. Goldie always put her family first, and looked forward to the annual 4th of July family picnic.
She is predeceased by her husband Howard of 41 years.
Goldie is survived by her daughter; Beverly (Vincent) Lisi of Pine City, NY, son Gary (June) Hall of East Smithfield, PA, 11 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandson, her sister; Cuba P. Brady of Penfield, NY, and several nieces, and nephews.
Family and friends may call on Friday, February 12, 2010 from 1pm - 2pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 2:00pm with Rev. Stan Gill officiating.
Burial will be in the Union Cemetery, East Smithfield, PA at the convenience of the family. Guestbook
Mildred E. Bush, 89, of Waverly, NY passed away Sunday, February 7, 2010 at Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness.
She was born July 31, 1920 in East Smithfield, PA the daughter of the late Lee and Dency Rogers Raymond.
Mildred was dearly loved by her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great granddaughter. She was employed with Robert Packer Hospital and School of Nursing in the Housekeeping Dept., retiring after 25 years of service. Mildred always had time to help her friends. She enjoyed crocheting, was very independent, and hard working.
She is predeceased by her daughter; Bonnie Maxson, two brothers; Paul and Lewis Raymond, and four sisters; Alice Benjamin, Louise Simcoe, Leola Hall, and Theresa Cole.
Mildred is survived by her daughters; Gloria Bush of Waverly, NY, Gail (Donald) McNeal of Towanda, PA, grandchildren; James Maxson, Chris (Mary) Maxson, Rebecca (Jessie) Norton, Donald McNeal, Jr., Michael NcNeal, and Steve McNeal; great-grandchildren Ashley Maxson, Michael Maxson,Tyler and Austin Burchard, Cody Norton, Marcus McNeal, Matthew McNeal, Mason McNeal, Leandra McNeal, and Brennan McNeal, one great-great-granddaughter; Shaylyne E. Maxson, son-in-law Edward Maxson of Wellsburg, NY, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Family and friends may call on Thursday, February 11, 2010 from 1pm - 2pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 2:00pm with Captain Tim Shaffer officiating.
Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: American Heart Association , 1704 Warren Ave., Williamsport, PA 17701 or Salvation Army, 314 S. Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA 18840, or a Charity of One's Choice Guestbook
Viola E. Ritzel, 87, of W. Burlington, PA passed away Friday, February 05, 2010 at the Bradford County Manor, Burlington, PA.
Viola was born on March 8, 1922 in Baltimore, MD the daughter of the late James John and Kathryn Heimel.
Viola was a devout Catholic who attended St. Peter and Paul Church through the Bradford County Manor. She loved to crochet and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She is predeceased by a sister and a brother.
She is survived by her husband of 66yrs, Howard W. Ritzel of W. Burlington, PA; children James and Patricia Ritzel, Middle Village, NY, Kenneth and Ritzel, E. Smithfield, PA; grandchildren Donna Ritzel, Cathy Larrabee, Carol Wisniewski, and Denise Rappl; great grandchildren Stephanie, Victor, Giovanni, Vincenzo, Calogero, Brooke, and Harmon, IV; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 from 10-11:00am at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow on Tuesday at noon and will be held at the St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Main Street, Towanda, PA with Father Gregory Villaescusa.
Burial will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Burlington, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Bradford County Manor Activity Fund, RR3 Box 322, Troy, PA 16947. Guestbook
Sandra A. Reynolds, 63, of Forksville, PA (Formerly of Athens) passed away on January 30, 2010 at Darway Nursing Home after an extended illness.
She was born October 18, 1946 in Binghamton, NY to the late Leland and Genevieve Collins Coe.
She is predeceased by her husband George Robert Reynolds.
She is survived by her children Joseph Patrick (Stacey) Coston of Athens, PA, Clara Christine (Greg) Fiske of Monticello, NY, Michelle Coston of Waverly, NY, and Jennifer (Tom) Delp of Towanda, PA, grandchildren Roman, Derek, Brandon & Parker Coston of Athens, PA, Jonathan & Joshua Fiske of Monticello, NY, Tiffany & Jacob Coston of Waverly, NY, Brianna & Lucas Sibly of Towanda, PA, Crystal Allen of Towanda, PA, and Daniel Delp of Towanda, PA, twin sister Judy Scheubel of Ontario, Canada, brothers Duane Coe of Sayre, PA, Mike Coe of WI, and Skip and Kevin Coe, many sisters and brothers-in-laws, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, February 5, 2010 at 11am at the New Generation Church, Route 220, Milan, PA with Rev. Doug Abbey officiating. Arrangements are under the care of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, P.O. Box 191, Athens, PA 18810 to help offset the funeral costs. Guestbook
Helen E. Rider, 81, of Athens, PA passed away Monday, February 1, 2010 at home.
She was born February 15, 1928 in East Cameron Twp. the daughter of the late Ira and Lollie Tobias Maurer.
Helen retired from American LaFrance after 25 years of service. She was a volunteer in the Coal Twp. and Ulster Mathers Memorial Libraries. Helen enjoyed crocheting, knitting, bingo, and reading.
She is predeceased by two sisters, and two brothers.
Helen is survived by her children Ira D. Rider of New Milford, PA, and William Rider of Ulster, PA, 4 grandchildren Jenny, Christy, Denise, and Kati, 4 great-grandchildren, sister Ruth Freedman of Wildwood, NJ, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Services will be announced by the family at a later date. Arrangements are under the care of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc. of Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Ulster Mathers Memorial Library, 300 Main Street, Ulster, and PA 18850. Guestbook
Clara Mulvey of Litchfield, PA, (formerly of East Brunswick, New Jersey).
Clara Mulvey's earthly life ended on Wednesday, January 20, 2010. Clara spent her childhood years in Utica, NY. After marrying John F. Mulvey in 1945, she moved to New Jersey. Together they built a home there and raised a loving family.
Clara will be sorely missed by her husband of 64 years, John, her son Robert and his wife, Ruthie, her daughters Catherine, Barbara, and Chris and her son-in-law, Bruce Smith, her son John and his wife Cathy, as well as her ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Family and friends may call on Saturday, January 23, 2010 from 11am to 1pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral Services follow at 1:30pm at Saint John Lutheran Church, 207 South Hopkins Street, Sayre, PA.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery. Guestbook
Merna T. Baker, 95, of NC, formerly of Athens, PA passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at home following a brief illness.
She was born July 21, 1914 in Pine River, WI, the daughter of the late Cecil and Ella Hamre Terrill. Throughout her life, she enjoyed being with and caring for her family. She was loved and admired by all.
She was predeceased by her husband, Dr. Dan R. Baker in 1989, and her daughter, JoAnn Lane in 2000.
Merna is survived by her children, Dr. John and Cindy Baker of Bahama, NC, and Judy and Peter O. Kohler of Fayetteville, AR, 6 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Guestbook
Donald "Don" N. Anderson, 42, of Salina, KS; formally of Athens, PA went home to be with the Lord and his parents on Friday, January 15, 2010.
Don was born on June 5, 1967 in Ithaca, NY the son of the late Robert H. and Laura G. Tersegno Anderson.
Don loved fishing, playing basketball and baseball; and he was an avid Steelers fan. He loved his children. Don enjoyed cooking and was a momma's boy. He was an avid dog lover and left behind Maxwell, Sophie, Sebastian, and Olivia. He was baptized Catholic in the St. Pius Church in Van Etten, NY. Don owned Anderson Auto Detailing in Waverly, NY and worked at TOPS Supermarket in Sayre, PA. He was currently working at Dillons supermarket in Salina, KS.
He is predeceased by his parents and niece Lauren Ann French.
He is survived by Nannette Sedore and their son Keaton Joseph Anderson, Salina, KS, his daughter Emily Jean Rumpff, Athens, PA; siblings Michele and Calvin Beckwith, Richlands, NC, Michael and Debra Anderson, Sandy, UT, Barbra and Steven Mueller, Rochester, NY, Denise and Aaron Brotzman, Athens, PA, and Timothy and Sarah Anderson, Athens, PA; several aunts and uncles and a very special aunt Mary Coleman, Waverly, NY; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Thursday, January 21, 2010 from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral Services will follow at the funeral home at noon with Rev. Sharon Lowery officiating.
Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the American Heart Association, 1704 Warren Avenue, Williamsport, PA 17701. Guestbook
Dora Jane Anderson, 78, of Sayre, PA passed away on Thursday, January 14, 2010 at Towanda Skilled Nursing Unit.
She was born June 19, 1931 in Herrickville, PA the daughter of the late David and Mary Bennett Taylor.
Dora Jane graduated from Wyalusing High School and Mansfield University. She was a past member of the North Waverly Chapel. Dora Jane was employed with the BLaST Intermediate, Unit 17, and Sayre School District. She was a member of the P.S.E.A.
She was predeceased by her husband Russell E. Anderson in 1993.
Dora Jane is survived by her children David and Louise Anderson of Phoenix, AZ and Paul Anderson in Durham, NC, 3 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, siblings and in-laws Howard and Dolly Taylor of Sayre, PA, Calvin and Karen Taylor of Pasadena, CA, Joan and Chuck Pierce of Central Square, NY, Robert and Joyce Taylor of Rome, PA, and John Taylor of Reno, NV, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Family and friends may call on Sunday, January 17, 2010 from 2pm - 4pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Monday, January 18, 2010 at 1pm with the Rev. William Wells officiating.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the charity of one's choice. Guestbook
Elbert L. Stowell, 99, formerly of Ulster passed away Saturday January 9, 2010 at the Skilled Nursing Unit of Towanda Memorial Hospital.
He was born December 19, 1910 in Herrickville, PA the son of the late Stephen and Katherine Bowman Stowell.
Elbert graduated from Athens High School in 1932. He was a farmer for many years in the Milan and Ulster area. Even after retiring from farming, he helped his friend Bill Rowe on his farm in Ulster. At the age of 92, he still enjoyed riding tractors. He was a long time member of Milan Methodist Church, Ulster Fire Co., Ulster Ambulance Corps, and Laurel Hill Grange. Elbert loved staying busy outdoors and always wanted people around him. He was a pilot having obtained his pilot's license through the Blue Swan Airport in Athens Twp.
He was predeceased by his wife of 46 years Barbara Huff Stowell.
Elbert is survived by his son J. Russell (Evelyn) Stowell of Ulster, PA, daughter Elbertine (Tom) Cotter of Sayre, PA, grandchildren Stephen Stowell of Germany, Allie Stowell (John) Olsen of Thomasville, NC, and Amanda Stowell (Eddie) King of Sayre, PA, six great-grandchildren, sister-in-law Jeanette Stowell, brother-in-law Alfred Huff, and several nieces, and nephews.
Family and friends may call at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA on Wednesday, January 13, 2009, from 12pm to1pm. Funeral Services will follow at the Funeral Home at 1pm with the Rev. David Larson officiating.
Burial will be in the Union Cemetery, East Smithfield, PA. at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to: Milan Methodist Church, Rt. 220 Milan, PA 18831. Guestbook
Ray M. Spencer, 61, Athens, PA passed away on Saturday, January 09, 2010 at home.
He was born on March 13, 1948 in Sayre, PA the son of the late William and Nellie Dull Spencer.
Ray was a member of the Fort Sullivan American Legion Post #246 Athens, PA worked at the IR Athens from the time he graduated from school until 2000. He enjoyed renting movies, walking in town, and being in the country setting.
He is predeceased by his brother Bill Spencer and sister Carol Daniels.
He is survived by his son Mike and Jenn Spencer, Waverly, NY; grandchildren Brandon, Keegan, Virginia, Tyler, Matthew, Zacchariah, and Michaela Spencer, Waverly, NY; siblings Lois and Ernest Hand, Ft. Myers, FL, Fay Spencer, Waverly, NY, Jack and Margaret Spencer, Athens, PA, Donald Spencer, and Beverly and Ron Bleiler, Athens, PA; and special friends Ruth Holley and Sylvia Olmstead; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA from 12-2:00pm on Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Funeral Services will follow at the funeral home at 2:00pm with Rev. Sharon Lowery officiating.
Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA. Guestbook
Lois E. Houser, 56, of Sayre, PA passed away Friday, January 1, 2010 at the Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
Lois was born March 27, 1953 in Philadelphia, PA the daughter of Eugene and Carolyn Greenly Houser. Lois graduated from Philadelphia High School for Girls in Philadelphia and Penn State University with her Bachelor and Master's Degree in Sociology. Following graduation, she worked for over 30 years in the Human Service field and spent the majority of her employment history as working as an Administrator or Executive Director at the various agencies she served.
She enjoyed spending time with family, reading, and traveling to new locations reflecting her lifelong interest in ancient history. Lois had just recently returned from Spain and a cruise along the Mediterranean prior to her illness. She always looked forward to her next adventure whether with her family, or close circle of friends and was planning next year's trip to Europe at the time of her illness. She was a loving wife and mother and extremely proud of her son, Paul.
Lois is predeceased by her father Eugene Houser and a sister Sharon (Houser) Denman.
Lois is survived by her husband of 29 years Philip "Jake" Zagozewski at home, a son Paul E. Zagozewski of Sayre, PA, special friend Lindsay Roupp of Ralston, PA, mother Carolyn Greenly Houser of Berwick, PA, sister Bonnie (John)Houser Durkin of Nescopeck, PA, brothers Steven Houser of Berwick, PA and Robert (Michele Timcho) Houser of Zion Grove, PA and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
At Lois' request there will be no calling hours and the service will be at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the care of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Spaulding Memorial Library, 724 South Main Street, Athens, PA 18810 or Sayre Library, 122 South Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA 18840 or a Charity of One's Choice. Guestbook
John F. "Brad/Jack" Bradley, 81, of Athens, PA passed away Sunday, January 3, 2010 at Bradford County Manor.
He was born October 16, 1928 in Sayre, PA the son of the late Clarence and Mildred Dunbar Bradley.
John served in the United States Navy from 1948 to 1952. Upon his return from the service, he worked nights and finished his schooling and obtained his high school diploma. He was employed by Stroehman's Bakery for 13 years, Rynone's for 13 years, Northeast United in Vestal and in Windsor for 11 years, retiring in 1993. He was the caretaker of Orange Hill Cemetery for many years, was one of the members who began the corporation and saw the need for providing future land expansion. John had a true love for woodworking, made much of his own furniture, and with his brothers designed and built the family home.
He was predeceased by his sister Marjorie Merrill, brothers Donald and Eugene, and son-in-law Clark Keeney.
John is survived by his wife of 51 years, Alberta, children Cathy Keeney of MD, Daniel Horner of Canton, PA, Patricia (Dave) Smith of MD, Barbara Montgomery of Canton, PA, Michael (Deborah) Horner of Athens, PA, C. Alan (Cathy) Bradley of Athens, PA, Elizabeth Bradley of MI, brothers Gerald (Nancy) Bradley of Athens, PA, F. Ross (Kay) Bradley of FL, James (Lois) Bradley NC, sisters-in-law Hazel Bradley and Josephine Bradley, brother-in-law William Merrill, numerous nieces, nephews, and grandchildren.
Friends and family may call on Wednesday, January 6, 2010 from 1pm to 3pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 S. Main St., Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at 3:00pm at the funeral home with Rev. James Donahoo officiating.
Burial will be in Orange Hill Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be directed to: Orange Hill Cemetery Association, C/O Steven Bradley, 119 Highland Road, Sayre, PA 18840 Guestbook
Arline R. Harford, 73, of Sayre, PA passed away Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at the Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
She was born February 5, 1936 in Sayre, PA the daughter of the late George and Lorena Haight Bush.
Arline was a long time employee of Robert Packer Hospital, retiring in 1994. She sold House of Lloyd and Avon for many years. She was a past member of the First Baptist Church of Sayre and a current member of the Athens Presbyterian Church. She worked with the Epiphany After Care Program for many years. Arline was a loving daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
She is predeceased by her great-grandson Dillon James Bailey.
Arline is survived by her children Linda and Tony Squier of Mena, AR, MaryAnn and Steven Hedgeland of Sayre, PA, John E. and Jacqueline Harford, Jr. of Running Springs, CA, and Paul Harford of Mt. Jackson, VA., 15 grandchildren James, Joshua, Jared, and Justin Bailey, Kaitlyn and Mark Hedgeland, Sarah Cranmer, Tamara King, Joel, Lorena, John III, and Alexis Harford, Paul Estes, Madison, and Matthew Harford, 4 great-grandchildren Caleb and Alexandra Cranmer, Mason Bailey, and Cadence King, siblings Donald Bush, Catherine Cobb, and Lois Coyle, ex-husband John (Sue)Harford, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call Sunday, January 3, 2010 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 S. Main St., Athens, PA. Funeral services will be held Monday, January 4 at 11:00AM at the Funeral home with Rev. Nelson Kopatz officiating.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the: Alzheimers Association of NE Pa, Kirby Health Center, 57 N. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701. Guestbook
Carol A. Weaver, 66, formerly of Athens, PA passed away on Saturday, December26, 2009.
She was born August 24, 1943 in Sayre, PA the daughter of the late LeRoy and Frances Sweet Ferguson. Carol was employed with Heritage Nursing Home as a Supervisor in the Housekeeping Department.
She was predeceased by her parents and sister Donna Frisbie.
Carol is survived by her daughters Belinda Fulmer of Sayre, PA, Terry (Guy Leach) Forbes of Lockwood, NY, Kim (William) Dumas of Aulander, NC, and Melissa (Jeffery Middleton) Johnson of Athens, PA, 5 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren .
At the families' request, services will be private. Arrangements are under the care of Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Guestbook
Margaret M. Nichols, 85, of South Waverly, PA passed away peacefully on Saturday, December26, 2009 at the home of her daughter, Merry, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born September 16, 1924 in Binghamton, NY the daughter of the late Alfred and Edna Gertrude Bates Allen. Her family moved to Athens when she was a young girl. Margaret married her husband, the late John "Mike" Nichols and they spent 59 years of loving marriage together.
Margaret was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to many. She loved spending time with family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She very much enjoyed reminiscing of the great times she had with family through the years. Margaret loved her family and her family has much comfort in knowing she will be reunited with her husband and her daughter Joyce. Reading was a true love of hers and she enjoyed collecting angels.
She was predeceased by her husband John "Mike" Nichols, daughter Joyce Nichols Lang Depew, granddaughters, Teresa and Cynthia Lang, and Terri Lee Nichols, sisters Myrtle Woroblewski, Edith Pozella, Marian Carberry, and brother Emory Allen.
Margaret is survived by her children, their spouses, and their families, Robert (Nancy) Nichols of Athens, PA, Margaret Jean (Robert) Myers of Litchfield, PA, John (Lorraine) Nichols of Flint, MI, Merry (Phil) Hungate of South Waverly, PA, Dennis (Deborah) Nichols of Milan, PA, and Karen (Trula) Nichols of Athens, PA, 21 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great-grandchildren, sisters Arlene Sinsabaugh of Athens, PA, Georgia Falsey of FL, Eleanor Depew of MO, brother William Allen of Litchfield, PA, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Family and friends may call on Tuesday, December 29, 2009 from 2pm-4pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home Inc., 225 S. Main St., Athens, PA. Funeral Services will follow at the Funeral Home at 4pm with the Rev. Trula Hollywood officiating.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the: Athens Trinity Episcopal Church, 703 South Main Street, Athens, PA 18810. Guestbook
Patricia "Pat" Trollman, 74, of Waverly, NY passed away on Monday, December 21, 2009 at the Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
Pat was born on February 27, 1935, in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Clark.
She was a member of the Red Hat Society, and an avid bowler. Pat attended the Valley Stockyards on Mondays and all of the auctions at Fraleys. She was an avid collector of many, many bears including stuffed ones, ceramic, and jewelry. Pat also enjoyed gardening, and crocheting.
She is predeceased by her husband Joseph in 2004 and son Steven in 1955.
Pat is survived by her children Linda and Roy Hall of Athens, PA, Leonard Trollman of LA, Patrick Trollman of Waverly, NY, Darlene and Robert VanAlstine of Sayre, PA, Cathy and Arthur Mabb of Albany, NY, and Pernell and Jen Trollman of Sayre, PA, grandchildren Rebecca Henley, Anthony Henley, Josh Hill, Joe Trollman, and Mason Trollman, step-grandchildren Jessica, Jolene, and Jason VanAlstine, and Casey and Emily Lattimer, 7 great-grandchildren, special friend Connie, and many other friends.
Friends and family may call on Saturday, December 26, 2009 from 11:00am-1:00pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 S. Main Street., Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at 1:00PM at the Funeral home with Rev. William Wells officiating.
Burial will be in Mountain Lake Cemetery, Burlington, PA at the convenience of the family. Guestbook
Chester R. VanDuzer, Sr., 79, of Athens Twp., PA passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2009 at Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
He was born on August 23, 1930 in Sayre, PA the son of the late Birdsey and Anna Colegrove VanDuzer.
Chester was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He had a great love for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; they were his pride and joy. He served in the United States Army in the Korean Conflict and was employed with Ingersoll Rand in Athens for 37 years until retiring in 1992. Chester enjoyed doing woodwork pictures, was a Notary in Athens, and Athens Twp. for 40 years. He was a member of the VFW Post 1536, and a Charter Member of the Athens Township Volunteer Fire Company since 1995.
He is predeceased by his son LeRoy, grandson Charles VanDuzer, brothers Roy, Paul, and Rodney, and sisters, Catherine Crandall, and Helen Wheeler.
Chester is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years Leona at home, son Chester (Patricia) VanDuzer, Jr. of Athens Twp., PA, grandchildren Kimberly (Charles) Mathews of Athens Twp., PA, and Chester VanDuzer III (Fiancé Angela Hawkins) of Athens, PA, great-grandchildren Samantha, Charles III, Merecedes, Dalton, Cody, Bryce, and Hunter Mathews of Athens Twp., PA, and Betheny VanDuzer of Athens, PA, sisters Alice Horton of Rome, PA, Lilian Stroud of Sayre, PA, and Anna Mae Lantz of Athens Twp., PA, brother Robert (Patricia) VanDuzer of NC, and several nieces, nephews and cousins .
Friends and family may call on Monday, December 21, 2009 from 1pm-2pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral Services will follow at the Funeral home at 2pm with Rev. Dan Burgess officiating.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to: Wilawana Methodist Church, P.O. Box 72, Chemung, NY 14825. Guestbook
Carol J. Pike, 51, of Athens, PA passed away Sunday, December 13, 2009 at the Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
Carol was born June 1, 1958 in Williamsport, PA the daughter of the late Frank Pike and Margareta G. Eckstein. She was a 1976 graduate of Athens High School, a member of St. Joseph's Church Athens, where she was very active. She was a member of the St. Joseph's Alter and Rosary Society. Carol was employed with the Ingersoll Rand Athens for 23years. Carol was a loving and caring daughter.
Carol was predeceased by her father Frank Pike.
Carol is survived by her mother Margareta Pike at home, aunts Loretta Paolello, Harriett Eozzo, and Betty Pike , along with several cousins.
Friends and family may call Wednesday, December 16, 2009 from 2:00 to 4:00PM at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 S. Main St., Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at 4:00PM at the funeral home with Rev. Vincent Langan of St. Joseph's Catholic Church officiating.
Memorial donations may be directed to: St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 205 N. Main St., Athens, PA 18810 or to the American Cancer Society 10 Park St., Towanda, PA 18848 Guestbook
Sandra (Sandy) M. Colton, 49, of Columbia Cross Roads, PA passed away on Sunday, December 13, 2009 at home following a brief illness.
Sandy was born June 12, 1960 in Elmira, NY the daughter of Lealond and Beverly Weaver Koser Kerrick. She enjoyed gardening and going to Bingo. Sandy's life and love was her grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her father Lealond Koser, two brothers Donald and Terry Koser, her grandmother Dorothy Weaver, and loving nephew James Martin Fay Best.
Sandy is survived by her husband Larry Colton, Sr. of Columbia Cross Roads, PA, sons Larry Colton, Jr., and Douglas Colton of Columbia Cross Roads, PA, Timmothy (Sona) Colton of Troy, PA, grandchildren Mia and Logan Colton, Desi Rolls, and Onica Stahle, mother and step-father Beverly and John Kerrick of Coryland, PA, brother Gerald (Barbara) Koser of Ridgebury, PA, sister-in-law Betty Jo Koser, of Coryland, PA, special friend Sherree Wishwanick, many sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, and several nieces, nephews, and friends.
Friends and family may call Thursday, December 17, 2009 from 11:00AM to Noon at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 S. Main St., Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at Noon at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be directed to: Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., P.O. Box 191, 225 S. Main Street, Athens, PA 18810 to help offset the funeral costs. Guestbook
Leonard "Lenny" James Fessenden, Sr., 77, of Athens, PA, passed away Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness.
He was born August 9, 1932 in Towanda, PA the son of the late Richard J. and Bessie May Francisco Fessenden.
Leonard was a member of the United States Army with the 11th Airborne Division having served during the Korean Conflict. He was known for his sense of humor and was always willing to help others. Leonard enjoyed fishing, hunting and dancing.
He is predeceased by his an infant son, sisters Dolly Charland, Ethel Wheeler, and Betty Fessenden, and brother Roland Fessenden.
Leonard is survived by his children Barbara (Blake) Saxon of Rome, PA, Leonard James Fessenden, Jr. of Nichols, NY, Linda (Gary) Arnold of Athens, PA, Freeman (Deanna) Fessenden of Sayre, PA, Clara (Ross) Hugo of New Albany, PA, Gary (Roxanne) Fessenden of Millerton, PA, Wendy Fessenden of Milltown, PA, and Lorie Fessenden of Athens, PA, 13 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, brother Richard "Dick" (Marlene) Fessenden of Sayre, PA, sister Ruth "Pinky" (Lee) VanCuren of Lowman, NY, sister-in-law Eunice Fessenden of Lowman, NY, special friend Gordon Mays of Athens, PA, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 from 1pm-2pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral Services will follow at the funeral home at 2pm with the Rev. Linda Rogers officiating.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery. Military Honors will be accorded.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to: The Legacy, P.O. Box 404, Athens, PA 18810 Guestbook
Chase K. Johnson, 14, of Athens, PA, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2009 at home.
He was born on June 13, 1995 in Elmira, NY, the son of Mark K. and Nancy Davis Johnson.
He was a student at Athens Rowe, Jr. High School where he participated on the track and cross country teams. Chase placed third in the 2009 Valley Cross Country Meet. Chase participated in the Guthrie Gallop and Turkey Trot 5K runs. He loved to vacation in Outer Banks, NC and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Chase also enjoyed playing his guitar and observing wildlife.
He is predeceased by his Nana Margaret Davis; Grandmother Patricia Shay and his great grandmother Merle Kithcart.
He is survived by his mother Nancy D. Johnson and his father Mark Johnson, Athens; brother Brooks Johnson, Athens; grandparents Raymond Johnson, Sayre, PA, John and Joan Mullaly, Bentley Creek, PA; aunts and uncles Bobbi and Bill Furnas, Elmira, NY, Mike and Lina Johnson, Harleysville, PA, Toni and Paul Abrahams, Ridgefield, CT, Steve and Mary Johnson, Silver Springs, MD, Butch and Kimberly Seip, Schnecksville, PA; cousins Joshua, Rachel, Justin, Sean, Alex, Maya, Talia, Gabriella, Zachary, and Andrew; and faithful companions Daisy and Buffy.
Friends and family may call on Sunday, December 13, 2009 from 3-5pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 S. Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 5:00pm with Rev. Anne Bey Canfield officiating.
Burial will be in Orange Hill Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Guestbook
Mabel W. Merrill of Athens, PA, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2009, at Ashton Healthcare Facility.
She was born in Corning, NY, the daughter of the late William and Eva Ruggles Jordan.
Mabel worked as a clerk at Bert's Pharmacy in Sayre and Dandy Mini Mart in Athens until her retirement. She was a member of the Church of the Redeemer.
She is predeceased by her husband Stanley, granddaughter Michelle, brothers Richard, William, and Henry, and sisters Louise and Eva .
Mabel is survived by her daughter Joyce (Richard) Brennan of Athens, PA, grandchildren Raymond (Raymeta) Brennan of Kershaw, SC, Stanley (Mary) Brennan of Athens, PA, Stacey (Tim) Reed of Whitestone, VA, 10 great-grandchildren, 11 great-great-grandchildren, sister Dorothy (Charles) Morter of Corning, NY, brothers Robert (Betty) Jordan of Cula Vista, CA, and Jim (JoAnne) Jordan of Rochester, NY, sister-in-laws Lucille Jordan of Corning, NY, and Phyllis Corey of SC, along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
At Mabel's request there will be no calling hours and services will be private. Arrangements are under the care of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 S. Main St., Athens, PA. 18810.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: The Church of The Redeemer, 201 S. Wilbur Ave., Sayre, PA 18840 Guestbook
Catherine R. "Cathy" Dannelley, 65, of Sayre, PA passed away on Friday, December 4, 2009 after a short illness.
Cathy was born September, 10, 1944 in Sayre, PA the daughter of the late Robert H. and Pauline R. Steele Watson. Cathy was a 1962 graduate of Athens High School and a 1967 graduate of Mansfield. Cathy started her career as an elementary teacher in the Towanda School district. From there she earned a dietician degree and worked as a dietician at the Robert Packer Hospital. Catherine took a break from work when her son Joseph was born. Cathy went back to work for Tom Thumb Nursery School in 1983 and was still working there at the time of her death. Cathy enjoyed line dancing (where she was also an instructor), gardening and children.
Cathy was predeceased by a granddaughter Jessica Dannelley in 2003, nephew James "J.T" Watson in 2005, ex-husband Ronnie Dannelley in 2009 and a brother Robert "Bob" Watson in 2009.
She is survived by a son Joseph and Cheryl Dannelley of Germany; granddaughter Tiffanie Dannelley of Germany; Brother James and Jane Watson of Sayre, PA; nephew Christopher Watson of Syracuse, NY and many, many friends.
Family and friends may call on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 from 5pm-7pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 7pm with the Rev. Martin Bovee of the Athens United Methodist Church officiating.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the: Athens United Methodist Church, 118 S. Main St., Athens, PA 18810 Guestbook
Hilda H. Mosher, 87, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Friday, November 20, 2009 at Sayre House, Inc.
She was born January 14, 1922 in Sayre, PA the daughter of the late Leonard and Clara Overton White.
Hilda worked at the Blue Swan as a Seamstress for over 32 years. She enjoyed spending time in North Carolina with Janice and Little "E", and also spending time with her family here.
She is predeceased by her sons Robert and Donald Mosher, granddaughter Susan Daskam, son-in-law Duane Ellis, and sister Helen Campbell.
Hilda is survived by her children Nancy Daskam (Steve) of Waverly, NY, and Janice Ellis (Don) of Mooresville, NC, grandchildren Debby and John Havens (Who helped care for Hilda) of Waverly, NY, Bryan and Denise Daskam of Tampa, FL, Tina and Phil Ferger of Troutman, NC, Bud and Lisa Ellis of Mooresville, NC, Laurie and Bob Wilson of Mooresville, NC, Wendy and Casey Cook of Statesville, NC, Robert and Jill Mosher of Waverly, NY and Ricky, Donnie, Corey and Robin, 23 great-grandchildren, 11 great-great-grandchildren, and special friend Margaret Benninger of Waverly, NY.
Family and friends may call onWednesday, November 25, 2009 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 S. Main St., Athens, PA. Funeral and committal services will follow at the Funeral Home at1:00 pm with Rev. James Donahoo officiating.
Burial will be in Orange Hill Cemetery. Guestbook
Kathryn Wendell, 95, formerly of Sayre, PA passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at ElderWood @ Tioga in Waverly, NY.
Kathryn was born November 20, 1913 in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late Alex and Anna Herrick, and was one of six children.
She is predeceased by her husband Marvin in 1971, three sisters Mary Freeland, Gladys Osborne, and Rose Salsberry.
Kathryn is survived by her two children; Sandra Cristofaro of Myrtle Beach, SC, and Thomas (Joan) Page of South Waverly, PA four grandchildren; Stacy and David Adams of FL, Stephanie Cristofaro of Crafton, PA, Wende (Charles) Salyards of Singapore, and Daryl (Andrea) Page of Pittsburgh, PA, nine great-grandchildren; Alex and Zachary Supinski, Kylie, Logan, Paityn, Cole, and Trent Salyards, Brady and Brandon Page, her sister Camille Huntnick of Sayre, PA, and brother Phillip (Margaret) Herrick of Binghamton, NY.
A private funeral service for the family will be held on November 21, 2009. Arrangements are under the care of Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery.
Donations may be made in her memory to: Sayre Public Library, 122 S. Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA 18840 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Memphis, TN 38101-9908. Guestbook
Philip E. Gates, 60, of South Waverly, PA passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2009 at home.
He was born on July 30, 1949 in Towanda, PA the son of Paul "Bud" and Charlotte Madden Gates.
Phil was an avid Penn State fan and received a Bachelor's Degree from the University on an ROTC Scholarship. He served in the Vietnam War. He was currently employed at Leprino Foods as a Shipping and Materials Manager for over 25 years. He was a PA Farm Preservation Board Officer, Member of the Friends of Gettysburg National Park, a lifetime member of Penn State Alumni, Member of Chemung County Living History Society, and Member of the Sayre Redskins Club. He was an avid gardener and a collector of Gettysburg Civil War books. He was also a past member of most of the veteran's organizations. Phil was a Little League Umpire for Athens, Sayre and Towanda areas.
He was predeceased by his father Bud and his twin brother Paul.
Phil is survived by his wife Belinda of 27 years at home; children Tom and Becca Gates, New Orleans, LA, Doug Gates, Meshoppen, PA, Lacey (Lacey Lou) Gates, Camp Hill, PA, Kimberly "Berly" Gates, South Waverly, PA, Misty Doane and Jessie McClain, Barton, NY, and Windy and Ken Raupers, Athens, PA; grandchildren Blake and Brady Gates, Robbie, Josiah, Jordan, and Ariana Lesser; siblings Barbara and Lee Brobst, Orlando, FL and Diane and Jack Hagadorn, Towanda, PA, nephew Jeremy Kring, niece Elizabeth Hagadorn; numerous aunts uncles and cousins; and best friends Randy Donovan and Shawn Bentley; and faithful companion Zaeda.
Friends and family may call Thursday, November 19, 2009 from 5-7:00pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. A Memorial Service will follow at 7:00pm at the funeral home with Rev. Mark Watters officiating.
Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
Family and friends are encouraged to wear college sports attire.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to the Sayre Redskins Club, c/o Connie Guiles, 333 West Lockhart, Sayre, PA or to the Lowery Funeral Home for funeral expenses at PO Box 191, Athens, PA 18810. Guestbook
Mary Louise (Bowen) Raupers, 85, formerly of Athens, PA, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2009, at the Memorial Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit.
She was born on November 8, 1924, in North Orwell, PA to the late Clifford and Clara McCormack Bowen. She graduated from Rome High School in 1942 and married Albert A. Raupers on August 3, 1946. She worked at Belle Knitting Corp in Sayre, PA, and Remington Rand in Elmira, from 1942-62. She then worked for 24 years at Fairway Springs in Elmira from 1962, retiring in 1986. She was a member of St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church and its Altar Rosary Society in Athens. Mary enjoyed watching NASCAR races, and especially her nephew BJ Bowen, and completing crossword puzzles.
She was predeceased by her husband of, 63 years, Albert on September 22, 1994.
Mary is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Brent and Joni Raupers, Ulster; grandchildren Karen Raupers of Sayre, Lori and Rich Farr of York, PA; grandchildren Kevin Schlosser Jr, Justin Schlosser, Matthew Farr, and Nathan Farr; step-grandchildren Kristin and Brad Vasey of Mechanicsburg, PA; Casey and Mandy Townsend of Boston, MA; brothers Richard and Anna Bowen of Windham, PA and Arthur and Betty Bowen of Rome, PA; sisters Geraldine Connell of Newtown, CT, Judy Horton of Waverly, NY, and Alida Dean of Martinsburg, WV; a sister-in-law Alice and Jim Bluett of Albuquerque, NM; an aunt Dorothy Ackley of Norwich, NY; several nieces, nephews, and grand nieces and grand nephews. She was predeceased by brothers-in-laws and sisters-in-laws: Charles and Margaret Raupers of Ulster, Marie and Kenneth Anderson of Athens, Anna and Kenneth Worden of Athens, Paul and Elizabeth Raupers of Athens, and John and Mary Raupers of Athens.
Family and friends may call Sunday, November 15, 2009 from 3:00PM to 6:00PM at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 S. Main St., Athens, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, November 16, 2009 at 9:30AM at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 205 N. Main Street, Athens, PA with Rev. Vincent Langan officiating.
Burial will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Mary's name to the: Skilled Nursing Unit at Memorial Hospital or Memorial Hospital Personal Care Home, One Hospital Drive, Towanda, PA 18848 or Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850. Guestbook
Robert "Bob" H. Watson, Jr., 63 of Sayre, PA passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2009 unexpectedly.
Bob was born on April 5, 1946 in Sayre, PA the son of the late Robert H., Sr. and Pauline R. Steele Watson.
Bob was involved with the Bridge for 9 years; he enjoyed spending time with; and played a vital role in the lives of his three nephews. He was "Uncle Bob" to many and touched many lives.
He is predeceased by his great niece Jessica Dannelley, 2003, and nephew James "J.T." Watson, 2005.
He is survived by his siblings Catherine Dannelley, Sayre, PA, James and Jane Watson, Sayre, PA; nephew Christopher Watson, Syracuse, NY, nephew Joseph and Cheryl Dannelley, Germany; and great niece Tiffanie Dannelley, Germany.
Friends and family may call at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 from 1-2:30pm. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 2:30pm with Rev. Martin Bovee officiating.
Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Bridge, PO Box 202, Sayre, PA 18840. Guestbook
Matthew B. Sessaman, 25, of Athens, PA passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at home.
He was born June 19, 1984 in Sayre, PA the son of Gary and Rebecca Morningstar Sessaman.
Matt enjoyed fishing, hunting, and working on his cars. He loved people and life. Matt worked well as a team doing fire systems with his dad and brother. He was a very talented person in whatever he did, and was loved by all who knew him.
He is predeceased by his grandfather Wayne Sessaman and great-grandparents Marion and Herman Nobles.
Matt is survived by his parents Gary Sessaman (Belinda Randall) of Athens, PA, and Rebecca Sessaman (Janet Martin) of England, brother Timothy Sessaman of Sayre, PA, sister Jena Sessaman of Athens, PA, maternal grandparents, Elwyn and Louise Morningstar of FL, paternal grandmother Bonnie VanBuren of Towanda, PA, his loving family of England, and numerous aunts, uncles, nephews, and cousins.
Family and friends may call on Monday, November 9, 2009 from 4pm-6pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 6pm with the Rev. Benjamin Lentz officiating.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the: Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., P.O. Box 191, Athens, PA 18810 to help offset the funeral expenses. Guestbook
Doris M. Jackson, 86, of Waverly, NY, formerly of Athens, PA passed away Monday, November 02, 2009 at ElderWood at Tioga after an extended illness.
She was born May 24, 1923, in Gibson, PA the daughter of the late Arthur and Mary Rissmiller Manzer.
Doris was a member of the First Church of God, and retired from the Robert Packer Hospital as a Home Health Aide.
She is predeceased by her husband Ralph W. Jackson in 2000, daughters Judy Brague and Gloria Cornish, brother Donald and Raymond Manzer, and sisters Charlotte Seaman and Ruth Kocher.
Doris is survived by her children Janice Brown of Jacksonville, FL, Carole Shipman of Waverly, NY, Kerry and Susan Jackson of Columbia CrossRoads, PA, Jerry and Nancy Jackson of Ulster, PA, Sam Jackson of Athens, PA, and Kathy and Almer Finnerty of Burlington, PA, 18 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren, siblings Margaret Wood, Gary Manzer, Arnold Jack Manzer, David Manzer, and Robert Manzer, and sister-in-law Arlene Manzer, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 from 5pm - 7pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral Services will follow at the funeral home at 7pm with the Rev. Dewey Jeffrey from the First Church of God officiating.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery on Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 9am.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: American Diabetes Foundation, Wilkes-Barre PA Office, 65 E. Elizabeth Ave., Suite 502, Bethlehem, PA 18018 Guestbook
Margaret L. Howard, 84, of Athens, PA formerly of Waverly, NY passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at the Robert Packer Hospital surrounded by her loving family.
Margaret was born on October 5, 1925 in Sayre, PA the daughter of the late Floyd and Caroline Platt.
She was an avid bingo player who loved to crochet and was faithful at listening to her scanner.
She is predeceased by her first husband Kenneth E. Whitbeck, 1985; second husband Milford E. Howard, 1987; two children Joyce Whitbeck and Kenneth F. "Butch" Whitbeck; son-in-law Donald Seymour; two grandchildren Alex Whitbeck, Jr. and Matthew D. Cole; four brothers George, Leon, Joe and Alex Platt; four sisters Pat Williams, Shirley Wood, Dawn Spencer, and Janet Dunne.
She is survived by her four sons Alex (Louise) Whitbeck, Sebring, FL, Ronald (Carol) Howard, Spencer, NY, Donald (Peggy) Howard, Waverly, NY, John (Terri) Howard, Waverly, NY; three daughters Barbara Seymour, Sayre, PA, Sherrie (David) Cole, Waverly, NY, Leola (Randy) Cornell, Athens, PA; one brother Stanley Platt; four sisters, Jessie Arcesi, Genevieve Babcock, Joann Stevens and Sarah Casterline; 25 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Friends and family may call on Thursday, November 5, 2009 from 1-3:00pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. A Memorial Service will follow at 3:00pm at the funeral home with Rev. William Wells officiating.
Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, PA at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in Margaret's memory to the American Heart Association, 1704 Warren Avenue, Williamsport, PA 17701. Guestbook
Georgia Boughton, 63, of Sayre, PA passed away unexpectedly on October 31, 2009 at Robert Packer Hospital.
She was born on August 12, 1946 in Waverly, NY the daughter of the late George and Betty Williams Bolonde.
Georgia was a member of the Church of the Epiphany. She began her employment with the Guthrie Clinic in1963 in the Business Office, and the GI Clinic before her retirement in 1985 to spend more time as a homemaker. Georgia enjoyed being around people, and her friends but loved spending time with her two special grandchildren. She enjoyed going to Craft Shows, Rummage Sales, Bowling, and to the Once-a-Month Breakfast Club. Georgia loved to spend time with her dog, cats, and tending to her flower gardens.
She is predeceased by her infant daughter Lorrie Sue in 1965.
Georgia is survived by her Husband Charles I. Boughton, Jr. of 44years at home, daughter Kelly (Douglas) Killgore of Waverly, NY, 2 Grandchildren Cassie and Gavin Killgore of Waverly, NY, Sister Nancy Wells of Athens, PA, Brother Bob (Carol) Bolonde of Wyalusing, PA, several nieces, nephews, and cousins, and many special friends .
Family and friends may call on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 from 9am -10:30am at the Church of the Epiphany, 304 South Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at the church at 10:30am with Rev. Wes Ziebach officiating. Arrangements are under the care of the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc. of Athens, PA.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: American Diabetes Association, 65 E. Elizabeth Ave., Suite 502, Wilkes-Barre PA Office, Bethlehem, PA 18018 Guestbook
Edna C. Hausknecht, 92, of Altoona, PA, formally of Sayre, passed away Sunday, October 25, 2009.
She was born August 5, 1917 in Overton, PA the daughter of the late Paul E. and Ethel S. Farrell Streby.
Edna was a member of the Athens United Methodist Church for over 50 years. In December of 1941Edna married DeVere C. Hausknecht and in1990, Edna and DeVere celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a reception at the Athens Methodist Church with their family and friends. She was a home maker and enjoyed spending time with her family.
She was predeceased by her husband of 53 years DeVere C. in 1994, and son DeVere O. in 2007.
Edna is survived by her children Robert and Sandra Hausknecht of Emmous, PA, and Sharon and Gerald Moran of Altoona, PA, Daughter-in-law Carol Hausknecht of Sayre, PA, 7 Grandchildren, 9 Great-grandchildren, 2 Great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends may call on Saturday, October 31, 2009 from 1pm - 3pm at Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 3pm with the Rev. Marty Bovee officiating.
Burial will be in Tioga Point Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the: Athens United Methodist Church, 118 South Main Street, Athens, PA 18810. Guestbook
Judy Genevieve Howard Evans, 59, of Waverly, NY passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at the Robert Packer Hospital.
She was born March 19, 1950 in Sayre, PA the daughter of the late Gerald Howard and Helen Waldorf.
Judy is survived by her Husband Ronald Evans, sons Randy, Adam, and Eric Chilson and 6 grandchildren, siblings Gerald Howard, Linda and Paul Bump, Reva Wagner, Connie and William Moser, Audrey Rosengrant, Becky and Virgil Root, Tina and David Plageman.
Following Judy's wishes there will be no calling hours or memorial service. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Judy's life on Saturday, October 24, 2009 at 1:00PM at the Monroe Hose Company Social Hall. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc. Guestbook
Rachel A. Miller, 85, of Waverly, NY, formerly of Choconut, PA passed away on Monday, October 19, 2009 at ElderWood at Tioga .
She was born on March 17, 1924 in Wilmot Twp., PA the daughter of the late Charles R. and Mary Lamberson Norconk.
Rachel was a member of the First Assembly of God in Binghamton, NY, and enjoyed going to Bible Studies with her friends. She enjoyed sewing and knitting and always shared what she made with family members and friends. She loved to read, and spend time with her family and friends.
She is predeceased by her husband Paul R. Miller in 1975, and her sister Marion Blemle.
Rachel is survived by her son Paul R. Miller, Jr. of Binghamton, NY, her daughter and son-in-law Pamela and Charles Cole of Sayre, PA, one brother Raymond Norconk of Wilmont, PA, two sisters Arlene Neuber of Wilmot, PA, and Kate (Charles) Slawta of Vestal, NY, step-grandchildren Tracy and Tim Cole of Waverly, NY, several nieces, nephews, and many special friends.
Friends and family may call on Thursday, October 22, 2009 from 10:00am-11:00am at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Funeral services will follow at 11:00am at the Funeral Home with Pastor Dewey Jeffrey from the First Church of God, Sayre, PA officiating.
Burial will in St. Francis Cemetery in Wilmot Twp., PA at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the: American Alzheimer's Association, 401 Hayes Ave., Endicott, NY 13760. Guestbook
Ria J. Miller, 29, of Athens, PA passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 16, 2009 due to an automobile accident.
She was born November 29, 1979 in Casper, WY the daughter of Fred and Sharon VanNoy Miller.
Ria loved animals especially turtles, of which she owned several including a tortoise. She had a special love for all children, adored her mom and dad, and her whole family. Ria was known for her generosity, teasing nature, and sense of humor. She was a 1998 graduate of Athens Area High School, and served in the United States Army, participating in Operation Iraqi Freedom from June of 2005 to July of 2006.
She was predeceased by her grandmother Rose Brown, and grandfather Jacob VanNoy.
Ria is survived by her loving parents Fred and Sharon Miller of Athens, PA, siblings Lois (David) Miller-Woodruff of New Albany, PA, Fred (Karen) Miller of White Haven, PA, Brookes Miller and (fiancé Brett Mason) of Pittsburgh, PA, grandmothers Doris VanNoy of E. Troy, PA, and Carolyn Price of Athens, PA, nieces, and nephews Brayden and Beckett Mason, Lacey (Larry) Vanderpool, Patrick Woodruff, and Robert and Beth Miller, cousins Jamie (Janine) Price of Scranton, PA, and Colin Sheffler, special friend and her children Christina Elsbree-Fields, Aubrey and Avery Chandler of Germany, and special friend Keith Johnson of Philadelphia, PA., and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Family and friends may call Tuesday, October 20, 2009 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home Inc., 225 S. Main St., Athens, PA. Funeral Services will follow at 8:00PM at the Funeral Home with Rev. Linda Rogers officiating.
Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the: Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850. Guestbook
Edward A.Webster, 69, of Endicott, NY passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at home following an extended illness.
He was born June 1, 1940 in Towanda, PA the son of the late Paul and Lillian Zurn Webster.
Ed loved life and lived it to the fullest, his sense of humor was contagious, and he was loved by all who knew him. He was employed with Ingersoll Rand in Athens for 25 years, and then I.B.M. in Endicott for 17 years, retiring in 2001. He enjoyed working out at American Family Fitness.
He is survived by his wife Natalie, children Melanie and James Boles of Chesapeake, VA, Michelle and Jed Murray of Athens, PA, Kirk Webster of Chesapeake, VA, Kelley Webster of Lamarque, TX, Melinda and Andrew Brooks of Virginia Beach, VA, stepsons Shane and Heather Wolfsmith of Bloomfield, NJ, and Justin and Holly Smith of Barto, PA, 12 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, brother Paul "Pete" Webster of Athens, PA, sisters Mary O'Connor of Sayre, PA, and Jarmelia Mitchell of FL, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Family and friends may call on Sunday, October 18, 2009 from 1pm-3pm at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday, October 19, 2009, at 10am at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, 701 West Main Street, Endicott, NY with Fr. Edward J. Zandy officiating.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the: American Lung Assoc., 7328 S. Main Ave., P.O. Box 95, Scranton, PA 18504. Guestbook
Warren H. Luckman, 63, of Towanda, PA passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 8, 2009 at Towanda Memorial Hospital.
He was born August 3, 1946 in Niagara Falls, NY the son of the late John and Arabelle Soliday Luckman.
Warren was employed with Commonwealth Telephone Company for over 35 years. He enjoyed making cement lawn ornaments, caring for his property and spending time with his family.
He is predeceased by his parents, stepfather Warren Strope, brother-in-law Roy Blow, and nephew Tommy Blow.
Warren is survived by his wife of 27 years Bernita, his children Julie and Jacob Luckman-Wilcox of East Smithfield, PA, Charles and Sandy Luckman of Towanda, PA, Tammy and Tim Glisson of Towanda, PA, Tina Luckman of Ulster, PA, Gina and Keith Evans of Scranton, PA, Susan and Brian Evans of Scranton, PA, Jeremy and JoAnn Worthington of Towanda, PA, and Adam and Cindy Worthington of Wysox, PA, 17 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, sister Dora Mae (Bruce) Bidlack of Ulster, PA, niece Kathy, and nephew Kenny.
Friends and family may call on Tuesday, October 13, 2009, from 10am -11am at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA 18810. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 11am with the Rev. Linda Rogers officiating.
Burial will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the: Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850. Guestbook
Marion Esther Hicks Horton, 94, died peacefully on Thursday, October 8, 2009 at ElderWood @ Tioga in Waverly, NY after a long illness.
Marion was born on May 28, 1915. Her husband, Clayton D. Horton, to whom she was married for over 60 years, died in 1996. She was also predeceased by her son Philip in 2008 and her nephew Lynn Page. She is survived by two sisters, Ruth Hicks of Sayre and Bernice Hicks Knecht of Westerville, OH; as well as her three remaining sons Rodney Horton (Frances) of Audubon, PA; Keith Horton, M.D. (Betsy), Minneapolis, MN, Vern Horton, M.D. (Suzanne) of Missoula, MT; and daughter-in-law Eleanor Horton of Tucson, AZ. She also leaves eight grandchildren, Heather Horton, M.D, PhD. (Roy Gill, M.D.) Averil Hunsberger (Jonathan), Laura Horton-Ludwig, M.Div. (John), Amy Horton Tavera (Juan), Lynn Ramsey Rigoberto, PhD., Randall Horton, PhD. (Deepa), Peter Horton, and Curtis Horton, M.D. (Christy), as well as 10 great-grandchildren Alan and Michael Gill; Jessica, Matthew, Frances and Katherine Hunsberger; Grace Horton-Tavera; Maya Horton; Peyton Horton and Makenna Horton.
Marion was employed for 25 years at Remington Rand, Elmira, retiring in 1972. She and her husband put all their sons through college and graduate school. They enjoyed traveling. She volunteered at the Tioga County General Hospital gift shop, served on the hospital Board of Directors. When the Hospital merged with Guthrie she became a member of its Board. Later she worked with the New York State Hospital Review and Planning Council. She was a long time member of the Athens Methodist Church and a Past Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star.
She quilted with the "Brothers Keepers", "ugly quilts" quilting group of Athens Methodist Church since the group's inception.
She was an excellent bowler, an avid reader, a devoted friend, an outstanding cook and a consummate grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be missed.
A memorial service will be held on November 21, 2009 at 11am at the Athens United Methodist Church, 118 South Main Street, Athens, PA. Arrangements are under the care of Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc.
Memorials, In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her memory to: United Methodist Church Disaster Relief Mission, 118 S. Main St, Athens, PA 18810, 570/888-2241 (or "Google" UMCOR) or, QUILTERS @ Athens United Methodist Church, 118 S. Main St. Athens, PA 18810 (money is used for supplies) or, Lutheran World Relief Disaster Response, 700 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230 www.lwr.org. Guestbook
