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Dale Stack Chemung
Dale S. Stack I, 71, of Chemung, NY, passed away at home unexpectedly on Sunday, May 28, 2023.
He was born on November 23, 1951, in Sayre, PA, the son of the late Lawrence Stack and Charlotte Benjamin Burgess.
Dale was a workaholic and was a Jack of all Trades. He enjoyed wood working and was an animal lover.
In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his sisters Linda Vanderpool and Sharon Burgess, brothers George Stack, Steven Stack, and Lawrence Stack, granddaughter Jamie Lynn...
Dale S. Stack I, 71, of Chemung, NY, passed away at home unexpectedly on Sunday, May 28, 2023.
He was born on November 23, 1951, in Sayre, PA, the son of the late Lawrence Stack and Charlotte...
Barbara Wingler Athens
Barbara Wingler, 80, of Athens, PA, passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2023 at Sayre Health Care Center following an extended illness.
She was born on June 19, 1942 in Binghamton, NY, the daughter of the late Walter Sr. and Lula (Lovelace) Warner.
Barbara was a member of the Chemung Christian Fellowship Church. She like music, crafts, reading, and keeping up with current events.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband Edward Wingler, son-in-law Richard Alexander,...
Barbara Wingler, 80, of Athens, PA, passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2023 at Sayre Health Care Center following an extended illness.
She was born on June 19, 1942 in Binghamton, NY, the daughter...
Shirley Ropp Bath
Shirley M. (Parfrey) Ropp, 89, of Bath, NY, formerly of Sayre, PA passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at the Steuben Center, Bath, NY, following an extended illness.
She was born on October 29, 1933, in Scranton, PA, the daughter of the late David and Elizabeth Parfrey.
Shirley was a member of St. James Catholic Church in Waverly, NY and was very involved in the church. She loved to listen to music and singing. She enjoyed arts and craft, loved reading, and watching scary movies.
In...
Shirley M. (Parfrey) Ropp, 89, of Bath, NY, formerly of Sayre, PA passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at the Steuben Center, Bath, NY, following an extended illness.
She was born on October 29,...
William "Bill" Cowles Waverly
William “Bill” Francis Cowles, 98, of Waverly, New York, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, April 22, 2022, at Sayre Health Care Center in Sayre, PA.
William was born on August 20, 1924 in Waverly, NY to the late Francis and Ester Cowles.
After graduating Waverly High School, Bill joined the US Army, serving throughout the European Theater, during World War II. For many years, as was with those who served in WWI and WWII, Bill was hesitant to share of this time...
William “Bill” Francis Cowles, 98, of Waverly, New York, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, April 22, 2022, at Sayre Health Care Center in Sayre, PA.
William was born on...
Donald Barton Sayre
Donald R. Barton, 92, of Sayre, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, April 20, 2023 surrounded by family. Donald was born October 30, 1930 in Sayre to the late Paul and Hattie Grace Barton.
His wife, Beverly Theetge Barton (1929-2008) predeceased him. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Wendy and Jon Murray of Sayre and Aynor, S.C.; son and daughter-in-law Bruce and Colleen Barton of Waldwick, N.J.; his grandchildren, Kimberly Murray of Sayre, Kelly Murray of...
Donald R. Barton, 92, of Sayre, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, April 20, 2023 surrounded by family. Donald was born October 30, 1930 in Sayre to the late Paul and Hattie Grace...
James White Elmira
James M. White, 60, of Elmira passed away Monday April 17, 2023 at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center unexpectedly.
James was born December 27, 1962, in Blossburg, PA the son of the late Kenneth White, Sr. and Judy M. (Heeman) White.
He is predeceased by his parents Kenneth White, Sr. and Judy M. (Heeman) White, and his brother Kenneth White, Jr. He is survived by his sons James M. White and Jason White, siblings Robert White of MS, Melanie McGuire of Elmira, and Bertha Casterline of...
James M. White, 60, of Elmira passed away Monday April 17, 2023 at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center unexpectedly.
James was born December 27, 1962, in Blossburg, PA the son of the late Kenneth White,...
Everett Greeno Sayre
Everett John Greeno, 69, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023 with his family by his side at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY.
He was born on April 11, 1954 in Sayre, PA, the son of the late George, Sr. and Laura (Arnold) Greeno.
Everett was a graduate of Athens High School, and loved his Athens Bulldogs. He continued to follow all the local sports. He was employed as a Pressman with the Morning Times and Evening Times for over 40 years, prior to retiring. He loved...
Everett John Greeno, 69, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023 with his family by his side at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY.
He was born on April 11, 1954 in Sayre, PA, the...
Ruth Evans Athens
Ruth Ann Evans, 84, of Athens, PA, passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023, at the Athens Health and Rehabilitation Center following an extended illness.
She was born on January 23, 1939, in Franklindale, PA, the daughter of the late Flander and Harriet Vanderpool.
Ruth enjoyed crocheting. She loved playing bingo, and was an avid fan of wrestling.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her first husband Jack Johnson, second husband Ronald Evans, son Brian Johnson, Sr.,...
Ruth Ann Evans, 84, of Athens, PA, passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023, at the Athens Health and Rehabilitation Center following an extended illness.
She was born on January 23, 1939, in...
Donald Postlethwait Ulster
Donald Glenn Postlehwait, 79, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on April 6, 2023. He passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side at home in East Smithfield, PA.
Donald was a loving and devoted husband. He most loved his children and their families who all have cherished memories of him. Donald was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching his daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren play sports growing up. He was a faithful member of the Grace Baptist Church.
He...
Donald Glenn Postlehwait, 79, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on April 6, 2023. He passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side at home in East Smithfield, PA.
Donald was a...
Lei Lani Rickert Athens
Lei Lani “Loni” Rickert, 81, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 6, 2023, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.
She was born on July 13, 1941, in Fort Bragg, NC, the daughter of the late Lynn Sr. and Ethel (Creswell) Smith.
Loni always kept in touch with the Cumberland Valley Class of 1959 and her friends from the Air Force. She enjoyed traveling, researching genealogy, scratch-off tickets, and jigsaw puzzles. She was an avid Green Bay Packers fan.
She is predeceased...
Lei Lani “Loni” Rickert, 81, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 6, 2023, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.
She was born on July 13, 1941, in Fort Bragg, NC, the daughter...
Carol Nash Athens
Carol E. Nash
Carol E. Nash of Athens, 91, joined her husband in heaven on March 31, 2023. Carol was born on May 29, 1931, to her late parents Andrew and Dorothy Karpinski of Nanticoke, PA.
She is a 1948 graduate of Newport High School in Wanamie, PA. She married Donald W. Nash on May 30, 1950, commencing sixty years together until Don’s death in 2010. They resided in Nichols, NY from 1957 until moving to Athens in 1986.
In addition to her parents and...
Carol E. Nash
Carol E. Nash of Athens, 91, joined her husband in heaven on March 31, 2023. Carol was born on May 29, 1931, to her late parents Andrew and Dorothy Karpinski of Nanticoke,...
Carol Elaine Macafee Parsons Milan
Carol Elaine Macafee Parsons, 101, of Milan PA, passed away at The Guthrie Clinic on March 28, 2023.
She was born on March 14, 1922, the daughter of the late Irvin Macafee and Easel (Chubbuck) Macafee.
She graduated as salutatorian of her class from Athens High School in 1939 and was a member of the Athens Methodist Church. She worked for over forty years in various secretarial positions. Her first position after graduation was manuscript typist for a book by Dr. Elsie Murray, curator of...
Carol Elaine Macafee Parsons, 101, of Milan PA, passed away at The Guthrie Clinic on March 28, 2023.
She was born on March 14, 1922, the daughter of the late Irvin Macafee and Easel (Chubbuck)...
Stephen "Steve" Condame Athens
Stephen A. “Steve” Condame, 61, of Athens, PA, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, March 27, 2023.
He was born on January 3, 1962, in Waverly, NY, the son of Peter and Suzanne (Mattle) Condame.
Steve was a graduate of Waverly High School. He was employed with Rynone Manufacturing, Sayre, as a Senior Project Manager. Steve loved spending time with his family and going on family vacations. In his younger years, he enjoyed racing Motocross. He also enjoyed camping,...
Stephen A. “Steve” Condame, 61, of Athens, PA, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, March 27, 2023.
He was born on January 3, 1962, in Waverly, NY, the son of Peter and Suzanne...
Ruth Mingos Sayre
Ruth A. Mingos, 81, of Ulster, PA, passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023, at the Athens Health and Rehabilitation Center following an extended illness.
She was born August 12, 1941, in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late Carl and Mary (Mosier) Curtis.
Ruth worked at First National Bank of Bradford County as a Teller, prior to retiring, serving various locations around the Valley. She enjoyed gardening, crafts, and taking care of animals.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by...
Ruth A. Mingos, 81, of Ulster, PA, passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023, at the Athens Health and Rehabilitation Center following an extended illness.
She was born August 12, 1941, in Sayre, PA,...
John Catlin Sayre
John H. Catlin, 72, of Sayre, PA, passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, March 20, 2023 at Robert Packer Hospital.
He was born on January 16, 1951, in Sayre, PA, the son of the late Ralph H. and Louise M. (Messner) Catlin.
John was a 1968 graduate of Athens High School. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He always had time to spend with his family, John adored his daughters and grandchildren and they were always his priority. He worked in retail...
John H. Catlin, 72, of Sayre, PA, passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, March 20, 2023 at Robert Packer Hospital.
He was born on January 16, 1951, in Sayre, PA, the son of the late...
Charles "Chuck" Boughton, Jr. Sayre
Charles “Chuck” I. Boughton, Jr., 75, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023 at Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
He was born on June 14, 1947, in Sayre, PA, the son of Charles I., Sr. and Dorothy (Foster) Boughton.
Chuck loved spending time with his family. He was retired from Ingersoll Rand in Athens as a Machinist after decades of service. He loved listening to music, especially any type involving guitar. Chuck was an avid golfer, and also...
Charles “Chuck” I. Boughton, Jr., 75, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023 at Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
He was born on June 14, 1947, in Sayre,...
Valerie Parmenter Sayre
Valerie Jean Parmenter, 62, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023, at Robert Packer Hospital with her daughters by her side.
She was born on January 31, 1961, in Sayre, PA the daughter of the late Glenn, Sr. and Roberta Forrest.
Valerie loved time with her daughters and grandchildren above all else. She was a graduate of Sayre High School, Class of 1979. She worked as the Loss Prevention Manager at K-Mart for many years. She made many lifetime friendships during her time...
Valerie Jean Parmenter, 62, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023, at Robert Packer Hospital with her daughters by her side.
She was born on January 31, 1961, in Sayre, PA the...
Joan Tuttle-Shoemaker Athens
Joan (Chandler) Tuttle Shoemaker, age 97, died March 20, 2023 while a resident in the memory unit of Elderwood @ Waverly SNF.
She was born Nov 19, 1925 in Sayre, PA and spent her entire life living in Athens Boro and Township. She was the daughter of the late Allen and Ernestine (Meckel) Chandler.
She graduated from Athens High School and started working at Cook Accounting Service right out of high school. She took time out to be a stay-at-home mom and then went back to work at Weller...
Joan (Chandler) Tuttle Shoemaker, age 97, died March 20, 2023 while a resident in the memory unit of Elderwood @ Waverly SNF.
She was born Nov 19, 1925 in Sayre, PA and spent her entire life...
Chester VanDuzer, Jr. Sayre
Chester R. VanDuzer, Jr., 66, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023, with family by his side at home following his courageous battle with leukemia.
He was born on June 12, 1956, in Sayre, PA, the son the late Chester R., Sr. and Leona M. (Vanderpool) VanDuzer.
Chester enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was well know for his love of racing and his talent for working on the race cars and automobiles.
Besides his parents, he is predeceased by his son Charlie, brother Leroy,...
Chester R. VanDuzer, Jr., 66, of Sayre, PA, passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023, with family by his side at home following his courageous battle with leukemia.
He was born on June 12, 1956, in...
Marzetta Trumbull Waverly
John 14-3 “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.
Marzetta J. Trumbull, 84, of Waverly, NY, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at Elderwood...
John 14-3 “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you...
Patricia McConnell South Waverly/Rochester
Patricia Leigh (House) McConnell ,92, formerly of South Waverly, PA, most recently of Rochester, NY passed away March 10, 2023 at Highland Hospital in Rochester.
Born August 13, 1930 in Sayre PA, she was the daughter of Eugene House and Lillian Gibbs House.
She attended Sayre High School. and she was the 1947 South Waverly May Queen. Her favorite things to do were bird watching, fishing on Lake Lamoka and watching NASCAR racing.
She is predeceased by her husband of 55 years William,...
Patricia Leigh (House) McConnell ,92, formerly of South Waverly, PA, most recently of Rochester, NY passed away March 10, 2023 at Highland Hospital in Rochester.
Born August 13, 1930 in Sayre PA,...
Marie West Athens
Marie “Ree” M. (Shaffer) West, 74, of Athens, PA, passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023, at home with her family by her side, following an extended illness.
She was born on July 19, 1948 in Towanda, PA, the daughter of Donald and Frances (Christian) Shaffer.
Ree met and married the love of her life Frank West on October 8, 1977. She was employed with Endicott and Johnson Shoe Factory in Mildred, PA and also worked at many dress factories between Black Walnut and Sayre, PA. She...
Marie “Ree” M. (Shaffer) West, 74, of Athens, PA, passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023, at home with her family by her side, following an extended illness.
She was born on July 19,...
Roberta Blow Athens
Roberta L. Blow, 69, of Athens, PA, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, March 10, 2023.
She was born on October 18, 1953, in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Robert and Eula (Musto) Clark.
Roberta loved her family, especially spending time with her grandkids. She loved going to Rehoboth Beach yearly. She was an exceptional baker, and all would request her amazing mayonnaise cake with peanut butter frosting. Roberta could be seen frequently in her favorite chair drinking her...
Roberta L. Blow, 69, of Athens, PA, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, March 10, 2023.
She was born on October 18, 1953, in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Robert and Eula (Musto)...
Harriet Johnson Athens
Harriet W. Johnson, 77, of Athens, PA, passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023, at Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
She was born on October 13, 1945, in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late Glendon and Nellie (McCloe) Frisbie.
Harriet loved her family and spending time with them, especially her grandchildren. She loved spending time with her grand dog, Fanci, and giving her many treats, and having her by her side. She enjoyed Bingo, playing cards, scratch off...
Harriet W. Johnson, 77, of Athens, PA, passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023, at Robert Packer Hospital following a brief illness.
She was born on October 13, 1945, in Sayre, PA,...
Leona VanDuzer Athens Twp.
Leona M. VanDuzer, 92, of Athens Twp., PA passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023, at the Highlands Healthcare, Laporte, PA.
She was born on July 24, 1930, in Rome, PA, the daughter of the late Dewitt and Florence MacIntire Vanderpool.
Leona was a 1948 graduate of Rome High School. She was employed with Blue Swan as a Seamstress. She then worked in the cafeteria at Athens Area High School, retiring in 1992. Leona was a founding member of the Athens Township Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary,...
Leona M. VanDuzer, 92, of Athens Twp., PA passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023, at the Highlands Healthcare, Laporte, PA.
She was born on July 24, 1930, in Rome, PA, the daughter of the late...
Sharon Wade Barton
Sharon Ann Wade, 61, of Barton, NY, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2023, at the Mercy House in Endicott following her brave battle against cancer.
Sharon was born on November 3, 1961, in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late Ray and Margaret (Haynes) Stumph.
Sharon loved being with her family. She enjoyed sewing and scrap booking.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her sister Diane Heinzelman and brother-in-law Jerry Dick Place, her nephew Robert Stumph, Jr., her...
Sharon Ann Wade, 61, of Barton, NY, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2023, at the Mercy House in Endicott following her brave battle against cancer.
Sharon was born on November 3, 1961, in...
Sylvia Olmstead Athens
Sylvia A. Olmstead, 71, of Athens, PA, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at her home with her family by her side.
She was born on February 16, 1952, in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late George L., Jr. and Laura S. (Arnold) Greeno.
Sylvia was a 1970 graduate of Athens High School, and was a diehard “Bulldog” fan. She was employed with the Robert Packer Hospital, retiring after 35 years of dedicated service. Sylvia was instrumental in helping to care...
Sylvia A. Olmstead, 71, of Athens, PA, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at her home with her family by her side.
She was born on February 16, 1952, in Sayre, PA, the...
Robert Benson, Jr. Sayre
Robert Benson, Jr., of Sayre, PA, passed away on Friday, February 24, 2023, age 55.
He was born on November 14, 1967 in Corning, NY son of the late Robert Benson Sr. and Bonnie Lou Frankel Benson.
Robert enjoyed watching WWF wrestling, drawing and riding his bike when the weather was nice.
He is survived by his siblings Brenda Horvath, Stewart Benson and Jennie Babcock.
Services are private. The family is being assisted by Lowery-Urban Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.,...
Robert Benson, Jr., of Sayre, PA, passed away on Friday, February 24, 2023, age 55.
He was born on November 14, 1967 in Corning, NY son of the late Robert Benson Sr. and Bonnie Lou Frankel...
Doris LaDue Ulster
Doris Eleanor LaDue, 95, of Ulster, PA, passed away with her family by her side on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at Sayre Personal Care Home.
She was born on May 9, 1927, in Sayre, PA, the daughter of the late Luther and Kathryn (Golden) Lantz.
Doris loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was an active member of the Ulster Methodist Church. She enjoyed playing cards, traveling, and going to yard sales.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased...
Doris Eleanor LaDue, 95, of Ulster, PA, passed away with her family by her side on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at Sayre Personal Care Home.
She was born on May 9, 1927, in Sayre, PA,...
Arlene Sinsabaugh Sayre
Arlene Sinsabaugh, age 93, of Sayre, PA, passed peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at the Sayre Health Care Center.
Arlene was born on June 24, 1929, in Johnson City, NY to Alfred and Gertrude (Bates) Allen. She graduated from Athens High School in 1948 and Elmira Business Institute in 1979. She spent her entire life in the Sayre/Athens area, raising five children and two stepchildren; also lending a loving hand to help raise many of her grandchildren.
Arlene was a kind...
Arlene Sinsabaugh, age 93, of Sayre, PA, passed peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at the Sayre Health Care Center.
Arlene was born on June 24, 1929, in Johnson City, NY to...
Donna "Peanut" Shelton Leraysville
Donna E. “Peanut” Shelton, 47, passed away at home on Saturday, February 18, 2023, with her family by her side after her courageous battle with cancer.
Donna was born on October 15, 1975, in Towanda, PA, the daughter of Clyde Chilson and Donna Ott Fairchild.
Donna enjoyed playing cornhole, going to the beach and cooking. She also loved all animals.
Donna is survived by her father Clyde Chilson, mother Donna Ott Fairchild, children Brandi Chilson, Samantha Palmiter, Christian...
Donna E. “Peanut” Shelton, 47, passed away at home on Saturday, February 18, 2023, with her family by her side after her courageous battle with cancer.
Donna was born on October 15,...
Valerie Ellis Wellsburg
Valerie (Smith) Ellis, 73 of Wellsburg, NY passed away on Friday, February 17, 2023 at home with her family by her side following an extended illness.
She was born June 16, 1949, in Rochester, NY, the daughter of the late Curtis and Evelyn (Laar) Smith.
Valerie loved her family, especially spending time with her grandkids and her cats. She liked playing online Bingo.
Valerie is survived by her beloved husband of 13 years, James Ellis, children Troy Parry of Elmira, NY, Curtis...
Valerie (Smith) Ellis, 73 of Wellsburg, NY passed away on Friday, February 17, 2023 at home with her family by her side following an extended illness.
She was born June 16, 1949, in Rochester,...
Gerald "Jerry" Ross, Jr. Sayre Formerly Durham
Gerald I. “Jerry” Ross, Jr., 53, of Sayre, PA, formerly of Durham, NC, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 following an extended illness.
He was born on March 23, 1969, in Waverly, NY, the son of Gerald I. Ross and Paula Soprano Ross.
Jerry was a 1987 graduate of Sayre High School and a 1991 graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. He was an avid...
Gerald I. “Jerry” Ross, Jr., 53, of Sayre, PA, formerly of Durham, NC, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 following an...
Bonnie Bean Athens
Bonnie Lee Bean, 69, of Athens, PA, passed away unexpectedly at her home on February 13, 2023.
She was born on February 14, 1953, in Sayre to the late Richard and Ruth Bean of Athens, PA.
Bonnie attended Athens Area Schools and graduated from Bloomsburg University with a degree in Elementary Education. She went on to teach in the Athens Area School District until her retirement in 2008. For 31 of those years, she taught the 5th grade, In addition to being a loving, devoted teacher, Bonnie...
Bonnie Lee Bean, 69, of Athens, PA, passed away unexpectedly at her home on February 13, 2023.
She was born on February 14, 1953, in Sayre to the late Richard and Ruth Bean of Athens, PA.
Bonnie...
Joseph Fenton Athens
Joseph Patrick “Joey” Fenton, 43, of Athens, PA, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2023, peacefully at home.
He was born on December 4, 1979, in Sayre, PA, to William Floyd and Carolann (Fokas) Fenton.
Joey loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed working with his hands, especially with electrical and tile work and working on boats. Joey loved spending time outdoors in nature, especially fishing, hunting, and camping. He enjoyed listening to all kinds of music.
He is...
Joseph Patrick “Joey” Fenton, 43, of Athens, PA, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2023, peacefully at home.
He was born on December 4, 1979, in Sayre, PA, to William Floyd and...
Deborah "Debby" Smith East Pharsalia
Deborah “Debby” Lee Smith, 71, of East Pharsalia, NY, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2023.
Debby was born in Washington, D.C. on December 2, 1951, the daughter of Edwin & Mary Saylor.
Debby was best known for her quick-witted humor & generous spirit. She enjoyed fishing with her friends, “going out” to the casino with the girls, spending time with her family (her biological family & the "family" she acquired along the way). She...
Deborah “Debby” Lee Smith, 71, of East Pharsalia, NY, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2023.
Debby was born in Washington, D.C. on December 2, 1951, the daughter of Edwin &...
Jon Liechty Sayre
JON D. LIECHTY, 73, of Sayre, PA passed to his eternal home on February 10, 2023 after a 14-month courageous battle with brain cancer. He was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on November 7, 1949, and was the son of Clifford and Irene Betty (Rupp) Liechty. Jon grew up in Grabill, Indiana where he met and later married his high-school sweetheart Carol (Schwartz), who survives him. They were married for 52 years.
Jon attended Tri-State University where he played basketball and...
JON D. LIECHTY, 73, of Sayre, PA passed to his eternal home on February 10, 2023 after a 14-month courageous battle with brain cancer. He was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on November 7, 1949,...
Floyd Williams Sayre
Obituary: Floyd C. Williams (April 28, 1932 – February 6, 2023)
Floyd C. Williams passed away peacefully on February 6, 2023, at Robert Packer Hospital. Floyd was born on April 28, 1932, in Ashley, Pennsylvania, to Floyd C. Williams, Sr. and Catherine Hughes Williams. Floyd graduated from Ashley High School in 1950 where he was active in athletics, lettering in football, basketball and baseball. In his senior year, the Ashley High School basketball team was state...
Obituary: Floyd C. Williams (April 28, 1932 – February 6, 2023)
Floyd C. Williams passed away peacefully on February 6, 2023, at Robert Packer Hospital. Floyd was born on April...
Richard "Dick" Welty Sayre
Richard E. “Dick” Welty lost his long courageous battle with cancer at home with his loving family by his side on Monday, February 6, 2023.
He was born on December 11, 1938, in New Tripoli. PA, the son of the late Irwin and Shirley Welty.
Dick was a 1956 graduate of Slatington, PA High School. Dick served in the US Army from 1960 to 1963. While in the military, he graduated from the US Army Non-Commissioned Officer Academy in BADTOLZ, Germany. Sergeant Welty was a Message...
Richard E. “Dick” Welty lost his long courageous battle with cancer at home with his loving family by his side on Monday, February 6, 2023.
He was born on December 11, 1938, in New...
Daniel "Duz" VanDuzer Athens
Daniel R. “Duz” VanDuzer, 75, of Athens, PA, passed away unexpectedly at home on February 3, 2023.
He was born on September 16, 1947 in Sayre, PA., to the late Raymond and Phyllis Gilbert VanDuzer.
Dan was a veteran of the Army serving during Vietnam. He retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad after 38 years of service, following his retirement he worked part time at State Line Auto. “Duz” enjoyed playing cards with his card group, going to the casino and...
Daniel R. “Duz” VanDuzer, 75, of Athens, PA, passed away unexpectedly at home on February 3, 2023.
He was born on September 16, 1947 in Sayre, PA., to the late Raymond and Phyllis...
April 25, 1926 – January 29, 2023
“Flo”, age 96, passed away peacefully at the Sayre Health Care Center. Florence was raised and educated with her two brothers, Russell and Jim Pengelly, in Factoryville, Pennsylvania. Her parents were William and Helen Pengelly.
After high school, Florence worked for the Defense Department in Washington DC during World War II. After the war, she married Donald Schill, a dairy farmer in East Smithfield, Pennsylvania. Together they had four...
April 25, 1926 – January 29, 2023
“Flo”, age 96, passed away peacefully at the Sayre Health Care Center. Florence was raised and educated with her two brothers, Russell and Jim...
Derek Huber Rome
Derek Van Pelt Huber passed away peacefully on Jan 27, 2023, at 80 years old.
He was born August 13th, 1942 in the Morristown area of New Jersey to Carl and Helen Huber.
His mother and father, Helen and Carl Huber and brother Stephen Huber of Trumansburg, New York preceded him in death.
Derek is survived by his sister Gretel Metzger of Milford, PA and nephews; Theodore Metzger, Stephen Metzger and Eric Engstron and nieces; Kris and Kate Huber and sister-in-law Diane...
Derek Van Pelt Huber passed away peacefully on Jan 27, 2023, at 80 years old.
He was born August 13th, 1942 in the Morristown area of New Jersey to Carl and Helen Huber.
His mother and...
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...
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