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Alice Derby Towanda
“Only a moment you stayed but what an imprint your footprints have left on our hearts.”
Alice E. Derby (Kipling), age 75, passed away peacefully at Athens Health and Rehabilitation Center on Sunday, January 22, 2023.
Alice was born January 30, 1948 in Sayre Pennsylvania to the late Joseph and Jean (Phelps) Kipling.
Alice was a 1965 graduate of Towanda High School. She began working for Commonwealth Telephone Company in 1966 as a switch board operator and continued to...
“Only a moment you stayed but what an imprint your footprints have left on our hearts.”
Alice E. Derby (Kipling), age 75, passed away peacefully at Athens Health and Rehabilitation...
Donald Westbrook Sayre
Donald E. Westbrook, 93, of Athens, PA, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2023, at the Athens Health and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born on January 11, 1930, in Athens, PA, the son of the late Jesse J. and Katherine (Chandler) Westbrook.
Donald attended Athens High School. He was a Veteran of the US Army, serving during the Korean War obtaining the rank of Corporal. Donald was employed with Stroehmann Bakery in Sayre as a Custodian, prior to his retirement. He was a member of the VFW...
Donald E. Westbrook, 93, of Athens, PA, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2023, at the Athens Health and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born on January 11, 1930, in Athens, PA, the son of the...
(Doris) Virginia Cowles Waverly
(Doris) Virginia Cowles, 93, of Waverly, New York, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, January 16, 2023 at Sayre Health Care Center in Sayre, PA.
Virginia was born on March 21, 1929 in Van Etten, to the late Fred and Lena Huddle.
After high school, she graduated from Rochester Business School. Virginia worked as a medical secretary for Dr. Boroff in Waverly, and for many years as a secretary for Cheverolotti Trucking until her retirement. She was a crack shot, an avid archer, an...
(Doris) Virginia Cowles, 93, of Waverly, New York, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, January 16, 2023 at Sayre Health Care Center in Sayre, PA.
Virginia was born on March 21, 1929 in...
Alex Dunne Sayre
Alex Dunne, 81, of Sayre, PA, passed away at his home on Monday, January 16, 2023, following an extended illness.
He was born on January 3, 1942, in Sayre, PA, the son of the late Edward and Erba (Birney) Dunne.
Alex graduated from Mansfield University, and taught English in the Athens Area School District, both at SRU and Athens High School for 30 years. He fell in love with chess at an early age, became a FIDE Chess Master, and was the...
Alex Dunne, 81, of Sayre, PA, passed away at his home on Monday, January 16, 2023, following an extended illness.
He was born on January 3, 1942, in Sayre, PA, the son of the late...
Gayle Keir Sayre
Gracious Lord has taken me to heaven.
Gayle L. Keir, 72, of Sayre, PA passed away at home on Saturday, January 14, 2023.
She was the daughter of Mariella and Arthur Keir.
Gayle graduated from Athens High School and Mansfield University. She was the retired director of medical records at Robert Packer Hospital. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, reading, traveling, and making crafts. Gayle was a member of the Scottish-American Society of Southern Tier Inc.,...
Gracious Lord has taken me to heaven.
Gayle L. Keir, 72, of Sayre, PA passed away at home on Saturday, January 14, 2023.
She was the daughter of Mariella and Arthur...
Analee Young Sayre
Analee G. Young, 3, of Sayre, PA passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at home with her family by her side following an extended illness.
She was born April 23, 2019, in Danville, PA the daughter of Cody Young and Chyla Williams.
Analee loved going to the beach and spending time with her cousins.
She is predeceased by her aunt Amanda Chandler.
She is survived by her parents Cody Young and Chyla Williams; her grandparents, Jennifer and John Williams, Laurie (Frank Devine) Beeman, John...
Analee G. Young, 3, of Sayre, PA passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at home with her family by her side following an extended illness.
She was born April 23, 2019, in Danville, PA the...
Pauline South Milan
Pauline Marie South, 90, of Milan, PA, passed away at her home on January 9, 2023 surrounded by her family.
Pauline was employed with the Blue Swan Sewing Factory for many years. She enjoyed cooking and sewing.
She is predeceased by her husband Raymond South, parents Joseph Benedict and Lucy Supulski, her sons William and Michael South, step-children LeRoy South and Ruby Stearns, brothers Joseph, Stanley, Lawrence and Leo Superlski, and sister Anna Sweet.
Pauline is survived by daughter...
Pauline Marie South, 90, of Milan, PA, passed away at her home on January 9, 2023 surrounded by her family.
Pauline was employed with the Blue Swan Sewing Factory for many years. She enjoyed...
Carlton Crossett Sayre
Carlton E. Crossett, 78, of Sayre, PA, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
He was born on February 13, 1944, in Waverly, NY, the son of the late William and Edna (Baker) Crossett.
Carlton was a Veteran of the US Army, serving during the Vietnam War. Upon returning home he worked as a Machinist at Ingersoll-Rand, Athens, retiring after 44 years of dedicated service. He was a devoted and loving husband, dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa, his...
Carlton E. Crossett, 78, of Sayre, PA, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
He was born on February 13, 1944, in Waverly, NY, the son of the...
Ryan Cummings Elmira
Ryan Cummings, 32, of Elmira passed away January 5, 2023 at home following an extended illness.
He was born June 19, 1990, in Elmira, NY the son of Patricia (Strobel) Cummings and the late Scott Cummings.
Ryan loved playing video games and watching sports.
He is survived by his mother Patricia (Strobel) Cummings, sisters Tara Cummings, Brittani Simpson, Cole Lowery, Karen Maynard, Jennifer Helstrom, brothers Zach Samchisen, Gaven Lowery, nephew Kaden Cummings, niece Anastasia...
Ryan Cummings, 32, of Elmira passed away January 5, 2023 at home following an extended illness.
He was born June 19, 1990, in Elmira, NY the son of Patricia (Strobel) Cummings and the...
Gloria Gray Vero Beach Formerly of the Valley
Gloria M. Gray, 85, of Vero Beach, FL, formerly of the Valley, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at the Sayre Personal Care Home, following an extended illness.
She was born on September 13, 1937, in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late Willard and Irene Murray.
Gloria was a graduate of Athens High School, Class of 1956. She enjoyed working on her flower gardens, sunbathing by her swimming pool, roller skating, and singing Karaoke.
She is predeceased by her husband; Bobby Gray,...
Gloria M. Gray, 85, of Vero Beach, FL, formerly of the Valley, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at the Sayre Personal Care Home, following an extended illness.
She was born on September...
Evelyn Keir Athens
Evelyn Groff Keir, 94, of Athens, PA, passed away with her loving family by her side on Saturday, December 31, 2022 following an extended period of declining health.
She was born on June 8, 1928 in Lampeter, PA, the daughter of the late John Herr Groff and Frances Willard Mylin.
Evelyn’s life revolved around her faith, her family, and her church family. She is a life member of the Athens United Methodist Church and was very active until her health prevented her from continuing. Her...
Evelyn Groff Keir, 94, of Athens, PA, passed away with her loving family by her side on Saturday, December 31, 2022 following an extended period of declining health.
She was born on June 8, 1928...
Arthur Johnson Athens
Arthur Johnson, 77, of Athens, PA, passed away at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre on December 29, 2022.
He was born on June 2, 1945 in Sheshequin Twp., to the late Mahlon and Angie (Herman) Johnson.
Arthur worked at Agway for many years, prior to retiring. He enjoyed building dune buggies and woodworking.
He is predeceased by 4 sisters, 4 brothers, and his wife Martha (Bogart) Johnson.
Arthur is survived by his daughter Marie (Dawn) Iversen, grandson Gary (Robin) Wayman,...
Arthur Johnson, 77, of Athens, PA, passed away at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre on December 29, 2022.
He was born on June 2, 1945 in Sheshequin Twp., to the late Mahlon and Angie (Herman)...
William "Bill" Plouse, Sr. Sayre
William “Bill” Plouse, Sr., 77, of Sayre, PA, passed away unexpectedly on December 27, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital.
He was born on February 15, 1945, in Sayre, PA, the son of the late Leroy and Margaret (Hummel) Plouse.
Bill worked at G.E. and Hardinge Brothers, Elmira, NY, prior to retiring. He loved spending time with this family, especially his grandchildren. He loved the outdoors, and his priority was always cutting wood but he also enjoyed hunting as well.
He is...
William “Bill” Plouse, Sr., 77, of Sayre, PA, passed away unexpectedly on December 27, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital.
He was born on February 15, 1945, in Sayre, PA, the son of the...
Patricia "Pat" Ayers Waverly
Patricia Ann “Pat” Ayers, 92, of Waverly, NY, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2022 at the Corning Center.
She was born on August 4, 1930, in Syracuse, NY, the daughter of the late Carl and Amelia Barr Siiss.
Pat was a graduate of the Syracuse Hospital School of Nursing. Pat married her husband Ray on October 7, 1950 and they celebrated 37 years of marriage prior to his passing in 19870. She wa0s a Registered Nurse at the Tioga General Hospital, Waverly and was a Private...
Patricia Ann “Pat” Ayers, 92, of Waverly, NY, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2022 at the Corning Center.
She was born on August 4, 1930, in Syracuse, NY, the daughter of the late...
Robert "Bob" LaPlante Barton
Robert Allen LaPlante, 91, of Barton, NY, passed away surrounded by family on December 16, 2022, at Sayre Health Care Center in Athens Twp., PA.
He was born on January 25, 1931, in Cortland, NY.
He was predeceased by his parents, Albert C. and Marion Royce LaPlante.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Gloria (Sherwood) LaPlante, his children, James (Sheila) LaPlante, Julie (Joe) Lakin and Brian (Meg) LaPlante. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren, Jamie (Joe Osman) LaPlante,...
Robert Allen LaPlante, 91, of Barton, NY, passed away surrounded by family on December 16, 2022, at Sayre Health Care Center in Athens Twp., PA.
He was born on January 25, 1931, in Cortland,...
Sylvia Moe Sayre
Sylvia E. Moe, 80, of Sayre, PA passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022, at home after declining health.
She was born on May 25, 1942, in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late Leon Sitzer and the late Louise Simcoe.
Sylvia enjoyed gardening, working in her yard, but most of all spending time with her grandchildren.
She is predeceased by her sisters; Doris Bellis, Pat Balshuwitz and Donna Hiley; and brothers; Dale Sitzer and Gary Sitzer.
Sylvia is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law;...
Sylvia E. Moe, 80, of Sayre, PA passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022, at home after declining health.
She was born on May 25, 1942, in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late Leon Sitzer and the...
Edgar Lantz Milan
Edgar Lantz, 77, of Milan, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.
He was born on December 16, 1944 in Sayre, PA, the son of the late Ellsworth and Sadie (Elliott) Lantz.
Edgar loved spending time with his family, especially his grandkids. He graduated from Athens Area High School, Class of 1964. Following graduation, he entered the US Army, serving from 1965-1967. Upon returning home from the military, he obtained his Machinist...
Edgar Lantz, 77, of Milan, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.
He was born on December 16, 1944 in Sayre, PA, the son of the late...
John "Jack" Gardner Towanda
“And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul” John-Muir
John “Jack” Gardner – February 9, 1938 to December 12, 2022
A man of few words, but many stories has gone before us in a life well lived. Known by many names, and many skills, he really was a “Jack” of all trades, and a master of quite a few. A loving father who taught many lessons either by example, walking with you, or a consult after the failure providing...
“And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul” John-Muir
John “Jack” Gardner – February 9, 1938 to December 12, 2022
A man of few words, but...
Jeffrey Ammerman Ulster
Jeffrey Dean Ammerman, 64, of Ulster, PA passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at Robert Packer Hospital.
He was born on April 18, 1958, in Sayre, PA, the son of the late Ansel and Barbara (Gavette) Ammerman.
Jeffrey loved spending time with his family and friends. During the Christmas holiday, he took great pleasure in being the Santa Claus for all the kids. Jeffrey loved being the grilling master, cooking chicken for everyone, and camping down by the pond. He enjoyed...
Jeffrey Dean Ammerman, 64, of Ulster, PA passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at Robert Packer Hospital.
He was born on April 18, 1958, in Sayre, PA, the son of the late Ansel...
Marguerite Fenton Sayre
Marguerite May Fenton, 89, of Sayre, PA, passed away with her loving family by her side on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at Sayre Health Care Center.
She was born on May 23, 1933, in Terrytown, PA, the daughter of the late Riley and Myrtle Parmenter Darrow.
Marguerite was a member of the Athens Methodist Church and belonged to the Ugly Quilts Quilty Club at the church. She was a Machine Operator at Paxar for 25 years, prior to retiring. Marguerite enjoyed camping and traveling across...
Marguerite May Fenton, 89, of Sayre, PA, passed away with her loving family by her side on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at Sayre Health Care Center.
She was born on May 23, 1933, in...
Donna Ellis Sayre
Donna Lee Ellis, age 68, of Sayre passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, December 8, 2022, at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY, following a brief illness.
She was born September 13, 1954, in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late Phillip Wade and Donna Brown Zurn Babcock.
Donna was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.
She is predeceased by her step-father Ralph Babcock.
Donna is survived by her loving husband of 50 years William C. Ellis, her son Jeff...
Donna Lee Ellis, age 68, of Sayre passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, December 8, 2022, at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY, following a brief illness.
She was born...
Raymond Atkinson Columbia Crossroads, PA
Raymond Heaton Atkinson, 76, of Columbia Crossroads, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 8, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital.
He was born on November 25, 1946 in York, England, the son of the late James and Nora Atkinson.
Upon completing college, Ray first served as a math teacher in the English equivalent of the American Peace Corps in British Guiana. Once employed by the English Electric Company as an electrical engineer, he worked in other countries around the...
Raymond Heaton Atkinson, 76, of Columbia Crossroads, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 8, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital.
He was born on November 25, 1946 in York, England, the...
William "Billy" Frisbie Athens
William K. “Billy” Frisbie, 53, of Athens, PA, passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness.
He was born on November 23, 1969, in Sayre, PA, the son of Philo and Harriet (Frisbie) Johnson.
Billy loved his family and spending time with them. He served in the Air Force. He enjoyed gambling, playing scratch off lottery tickets and games on the computer.
He is predeceased by his father Philo Johnson, grandparents Nellie...
William K. “Billy” Frisbie, 53, of Athens, PA, passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness.
He was born on November 23, 1969, in...
Ruth "Sue" Dixon Athens
Ruth “Sue” Dixon, 86, of Athens, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Athens Health and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born on December 16, 1935 in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late James and Mabel (Lattimer) Henry.
Sue loved dancing and listening to music, especially attending the Concerts in the Park at the Teaoga Square Park in downtown Athens on Thursday evenings. She enjoyed doing crafts, bingo, going to Tioga Downs, and eating out at different...
Ruth “Sue” Dixon, 86, of Athens, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Athens Health and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born on December 16, 1935 in Sayre,...
Terry N. Thompson, 74, of Waverly, NY, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2022 at home following a period of declining health.
He was born on January 17, 1948 in Sayre, PA, the son of the late Isaac and Elizabeth (Maciel) Thompson.
Terry attended Waverly High School and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1966, serving a combat deployment to Vietnam in 1968.
Upon returning home from Vietnam, he met his future wife, Sylvia, and they started their life together. He worked at...
Terry N. Thompson, 74, of Waverly, NY, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2022 at home following a period of declining health.
He was born on January 17, 1948 in Sayre, PA, the son of the late...
Andrew Kmetz Ridgebury Twp.
Andrew Kmetz, 93, of Sayre, PA passed away Saturday December 3, 2022 at home with his family by his side.
He was born September 26, 1929, in Garfield, NJ the son of the late John and Mary (Marga) Kmetz.
Andrew was a United States Air Force Veteran. After his service, he began his career with New Jersey Bell Telephone working for them until his retirement. He was a life member of Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Garfield, NJ and attended Independent Baptist Church in...
Andrew Kmetz, 93, of Sayre, PA passed away Saturday December 3, 2022 at home with his family by his side.
He was born September 26, 1929, in Garfield, NJ the son of the late John and Mary (Marga)...
Eleanor Stoddard Elmira
Eleanor Louise (Billings) Stoddard, 88, passed away on December 2, 2022 after several years of diminishing health. Eleanor was born on 8/6/34 in Sayre, Pennsylvania to Howard Spencer Billings and Frances Bergstresser Billings. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Allen, her daughter Lynn Spencer, her sister Jane (Howie - deceased) Smith, and her brothers Wayne (Norma), Don (Liz), Robert (Linda), and Steven Billings. She is survived by her children Dennis (Kim) of...
Eleanor Louise (Billings) Stoddard, 88, passed away on December 2, 2022 after several years of diminishing health. Eleanor was born on 8/6/34 in Sayre, Pennsylvania to Howard Spencer...
Dorothy Krovetcz Gillett
Dorothy “Dottie” Krovetcz, 84, of Bentley Creek, PA, passed away Monday, November28, 2022 at Athens Health and Rehabilitating Center following a brief illness.
She was born on August 17, 1938 in Norristown, PA. She was the daughter of the late William and Dorothy Hevener.
Dottie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She adored her children and grandchildren. She was very active and loved her garden, bird watching, photography and kayaking. She was an...
Dorothy “Dottie” Krovetcz, 84, of Bentley Creek, PA, passed away Monday, November28, 2022 at Athens Health and Rehabilitating Center following a brief illness.
She was born on August...
Pearl Strange Sayre, PA
Pearl J. Strange, of Sayre, PA, passed away after an extended illness on Friday, November 25, 2022 at Sayre Healthcare with her family by her side.
She was born on March 12, 1937, in Sayre, PA the daughter of the late Mark and Hazel (Johnson) Harris.
Pearl had many activities that she enjoyed participating in which included spending time on Barclay Mountain, hunting, and going to the casino and rummage sales, but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family.
She is predeceased by...
Pearl J. Strange, of Sayre, PA, passed away after an extended illness on Friday, November 25, 2022 at Sayre Healthcare with her family by her side.
She was born on March 12, 1937, in Sayre, PA...
Jack Wilkinson Athens
Jack A. Wilkinson, 84 of Athens, PA passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2022.
He was born February 6, 1938, in Wellsboro, PA the son of the late Ivan and Elizabeth (Campbell) Wilkinson.
Jack always had a love for flying back in his younger years. He loved camping and spending time with his family.
He is predeceased by his brother Lloyd Richard Wilkinson.
Jack is survived by his loving wife Sigrid of 60 years, his son Brian Wilkinson of Athens, daughter Beth (Jeff)...
Jack A. Wilkinson, 84 of Athens, PA passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2022.
He was born February 6, 1938, in Wellsboro, PA the son of the late Ivan and Elizabeth (Campbell)...
Barbara Strange Sayre
Barbara A. Strange, 83, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Friday, November 18, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital. She was born on September 9, 1939 in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late John and Anna (Bubniak) Zulkosky. Barbara was employed with First Citizens Community, prior to retiring in 2003. She was a very caring and giving person who always was looking to help someone in need. Barbara loved tending to her gardens. She enjoyed sewing, crossword puzzles, cooking, and traveling, especially to...
Barbara A. Strange, 83, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Friday, November 18, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital. She was born on September 9, 1939 in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late John and Anna...
Betty Arnold Athens
Betty J. (Blake) Arnold, 83, of Athens, PA, passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, from complications due to colon cancer. She was born April 4, 1939, in Canton, PA, the daughter of the late Daniel L. and Nellie M. (Kilmer) Blake.
Betty was a long-time resident of Page Manor, made many long-time friends while residing there and volunteered in the kitchen. She was previously employed as a Maid in the Hospitality Industry in Florida. She was a volunteer at...
Betty J. (Blake) Arnold, 83, of Athens, PA, passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, from complications due to colon cancer. She was born April 4, 1939, in...
Ronald Hadlock Sayre
Ronald G. Hadlock, 72, of Sayre, passed away on Thursday November 10, 2022 with his family by his side at home following a brief illness.
He was born August 31, 1950, in Waverly, NY the son of the late John (Janice) Hadlock and Mildred (Albert) Spencer.
Ron loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Ron was a Veteran of the US Army, serving during Vietnam from 1969 to 1972. He was honored with the Distinguished Flying Cross for his heroic service in...
Ronald G. Hadlock, 72, of Sayre, passed away on Thursday November 10, 2022 with his family by his side at home following a brief illness.
He was born August 31, 1950, in Waverly, NY the son...
Clifford "Archie" Campbell Litchfield Twp.
Clifford M. “Archie” Campbell, 62, of Litchfield Twp., passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at home.
He was born on February 11, 1960, in Sayre, PA the son of the late William and Norma (Park) Campbell.
Archie’s favorite holiday was Ground Hog Day, when he would take his stuffed ground hog, Melvin, bar hopping across the Valley. He enjoyed rabbit hunting and was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. Archie was a member of the American Legion Post #246 and the...
Clifford M. “Archie” Campbell, 62, of Litchfield Twp., passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at home.
He was born on February 11, 1960, in Sayre, PA the son of the...
Richard "Dicky" McConnell South Waverly
Rich “Dicky” McConnell, 67, of South Waverly, PA, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.
He was born on February 1, 1955, in Sayre, PA, the son of the late James and Lola (Hall) McConnell.
Dick loved his family deeply and loved spending time with his wife and children, but especially loved to spoil his granddaughters. Dick was a life member of the South Waverly Volunteer Fire Company, serving at one time as Fire Chief. He was very involved in all...
Rich “Dicky” McConnell, 67, of South Waverly, PA, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.
He was born on February 1, 1955, in Sayre, PA, the son of the late...
Andrew Bortle Sayre, PA
Andrew Ronald Bortle, age 38, of Sayre, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 6, 2022.
He was born March 17, 1984, in Sayre, PA the son of Ronald and Nguyet Bortle.
Andy was an avid Penn State football and wrestling fan. He graduated from Sayre High School in 2002 where he participated in football, baseball, basketball, and wrestling, and was proud of being the quarterback and pitcher. Following high school, Andy attended and graduated from Mansfield University and...
Andrew Ronald Bortle, age 38, of Sayre, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 6, 2022.
He was born March 17, 1984, in Sayre, PA the son of Ronald and Nguyet Bortle.
Andy was an avid Penn...
Rosemary Ammeran Ulster
Rosemary Ann Ammerman, 65, of Ulster, PA passed away Monday, October 31, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness.
She was born January 11, 1957, in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Robert and Mabel (Heinzelman) Dickerson.
Rosemary loved spending time with her family. She loved her children and grandchildren. Rosemary enjoyed giving to needy children and bargain shopping to help needy families out at Christmas time. She enjoyed crocheting, going to...
Rosemary Ann Ammerman, 65, of Ulster, PA passed away Monday, October 31, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness.
She was born January 11, 1957, in Elmira, NY the daughter of...
Alfred Thurston Sayre
Alfred “Al” Thurston, 86, of Litchfield, PA, passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 following a brief illness at the Sayre Personal Care Residence.
He was born on June 10, 1936, in Sayre, PA, the son of the late Charles E. and Madelyn (Stanton) Thurston.
Al was a Veteran of the Marine Corps. Racing was his life being an avid runner who participated in many marathons, and also was an avid cyclist. Al enjoyed hunting and spending time outdoors on the family farm where he...
Alfred “Al” Thurston, 86, of Litchfield, PA, passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 following a brief illness at the Sayre Personal Care Residence.
He was born on June 10, 1936,...
Kathleen Ciavardini Wysox
Kathleen “Kassie” Ciavardini of Wysox passed away Wednesday October 26, 2022 at home unexpectedly.
She was born January 20, 1967, in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Richard Besley and Donna Tracy Besley Bidlack.
Kassie loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed being a soccer mom. Kassie was devoted to her pets.
She is predeceased by her daughter Kylene Robinson and her step father Raymond Bidlack.
Kassie is survived by her children...
Kathleen “Kassie” Ciavardini of Wysox passed away Wednesday October 26, 2022 at home unexpectedly.
She was born January 20, 1967, in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Richard Besley...
Francis Rogers Athens
Francis “Jake” Rogers, 93, of Sayre, PA, passed away with his family by his side on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, following an extended illness.
He was born on July 2, 1929, in New Albany, PA, the son of the late Frank and Stella (Mayo) Rogers.
Jake was a Veteran of the US Army. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandkids who were the love of his life. He enjoyed spending time outside, puttering on his small farm. He also enjoyed hunting and...
Francis “Jake” Rogers, 93, of Sayre, PA, passed away with his family by his side on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, following an extended illness.
He was born on July 2, 1929, in...
Genevieve Schrader East Smithfield
Genevieve “Gen” Schrader, 71, of East Smithfield, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Bradford County Manor, Burlington, PA following an extended illness.
She was born on October 13, 1951, in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late LeRoy and Margaret Plouse.
Gen loved her family dearly and enjoyed spending time with them, especially when they all went camping. She enjoyed relaxing with her companions who were constantly by her side, her dogs. She was...
Genevieve “Gen” Schrader, 71, of East Smithfield, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Bradford County Manor, Burlington, PA following an extended illness.
She...
Robert Strauss Sayre, PA
Life is amazing. And then it’s awful
And then it’s amazing again.
And in between the amazing and the awful it’s ordinary and mundane and routine. Breathe in the amazing, hold on through the awful, and relax and exhale during the ordinary. That’s just living, heartbreaking, soul-healing, amazing, awful, ordinary life. And it’s breathtakingly beautiful.
LR Knost
Robert “Bob” F. Strauss, 80, of Sayre, PA, passed away on October 19,...
Life is amazing. And then it’s awful
And then it’s amazing again.
And in between the amazing and the awful it’s ordinary and mundane and routine. Breathe in the amazing, hold...
Monica Pauline Sayre
Monica (Shema) Pauline, 73, of Sayre, PA, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, welcomed to her heavenly home by her beloved husband, Guy.
She was born on October 19, 1948, in West Hazleton, PA, the daughter of the late Stephen and Irene (Rutecki) Shema.
Monica was a devoted mother and grandmother, and loved spending time with her family. She cherished her constant companion her dog, Rudy. She enjoyed cooking, baking, reading, and going to the beach. Monica...
Monica (Shema) Pauline, 73, of Sayre, PA, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, welcomed to her heavenly home by her beloved husband, Guy.
She was born on October 19,...
Carol Osman Sayre
On Sunday, October 16, 2022, Carol Ann Stone Osman, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away at the age of 83.
Carol was born on November 19, 1939 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. She later moved to Leroy, PA where she graduated from Canton High School. She attended Mansfield University and The Pennsylvania State University where she earned a Masters of Education degree. Carol went on to teach elementary education in the Sayre Area School District for 36 years.
On October...
On Sunday, October 16, 2022, Carol Ann Stone Osman, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away at the age of 83.
Carol was born on November 19, 1939 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania....
Robert Barnes Sayre
Robert A. “Bob” Barnes, 76, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness.
He was born on May 9, 1946, in Elmira, NY, the son of the late Henry and Marian Barnes.
Bob loved spending time with his family, especially children, grandkids, and great grandkids. He was a loving and giving person who touched many lives. He loved taking pictures, collecting cars, and watching movies.
In addition to his...
Robert A. “Bob” Barnes, 76, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness.
He was born on May 9, 1946, in...
Velton Lattimer Athens
Velton L. Lattimer of Athens, PA, was born to the late Arthur and Althea (Koons) Lattimer on May 14, 1939, passed away peacefully due to an extended illness with his family by his side on October 10, 2022. Velton was blessed with a loving family. He married his best friend and soulmate Elizabeth Camp on September 27, 1961 who he was predeceased by.
Velton was blessed with two sons. He enjoyed teaching them outdoor activities including shooting, hunting, and working on agricultural equipment...
Velton L. Lattimer of Athens, PA, was born to the late Arthur and Althea (Koons) Lattimer on May 14, 1939, passed away peacefully due to an extended illness with his family by his side on October...
Frances Munn Sayre
Frances M. Ganc Munn, 95, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Monday, October 10, 2022, at Athens Health and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born on January 13, 1927, in Drums, PA, the daughter of the late John and Caroline (Mendrick) Gancarz.
Frances retired from the Ingersoll Rand in Athens, following many years of dedicated service. She enjoyed listening to County and Polka music. Frances also enjoyed traveling, knitting, crocheting, and word puzzles.
She is predeceased by her beloved husband,...
Frances M. Ganc Munn, 95, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Monday, October 10, 2022, at Athens Health and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born on January 13, 1927, in Drums, PA, the daughter of the...
Kien Tran Athens
Kien V. Tran, 83, of Athens, PA, passed away on Monday, October 10, 2022, at home with his family by his side. He was born on July 15, 1939 in Vietnam.
Kien loved spending time gardening and painting.
Kien is survived by his life partner, Giau Phan, children, Khanh Tran, Hung Tran, Wanda Galati, and Tina Phan, many grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.
At the family’s request, services will be private. The family is being cared for by Lowery-Urban Funeral Home and Cremation...
Kien V. Tran, 83, of Athens, PA, passed away on Monday, October 10, 2022, at home with his family by his side. He was born on July 15, 1939 in Vietnam.
Kien loved spending time gardening and...
Lee Taylor Sheshequin Twp., PA
Lee E. Taylor, 76, of Sheshequin Township, PA, passed away on Friday, October 7, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital after a brief illness.
He was born on April 19, 1946, in Sayre, PA the son of the late Emmett and Evelyn Taylor.
Lee was a local contractor who worked for many years all over the valley. He enjoyed woodworking and camping and was a member of the Sayre VFW Post 1536 and the Elmira VVA Chapter 803.
Lee is survived by his wife of 54 years, Linda (Lane) Taylor, sons and...
Lee E. Taylor, 76, of Sheshequin Township, PA, passed away on Friday, October 7, 2022 at Robert Packer Hospital after a brief illness.
He was born on April 19, 1946, in Sayre, PA the son of the...
Gerald Bradley Athens, PA
Gerald R. Bradley of Athens, PA passed peacefully at home at the age of 88 on Thursday, October 6, 2022.
Gerald “Jerry” was the son of the late Clarence J. and Mildred F. Dunbar Bradley of Athens.
He was predeceased by his sister, Marjorie Merrill, and four of his five brothers, John, Donald, Eugene, and Fay Ross.
Surviving Jerry is his wife of almost 62 years, Nancy of Athens; his seven children – Robert and Joann Bradley of Nichols, NY, Michael...
Gerald R. Bradley of Athens, PA passed peacefully at home at the age of 88 on Thursday, October 6, 2022.
Gerald “Jerry” was the son of the late Clarence J. and Mildred F....
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