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Dorothy M. "Dot" HILFIGER - September 27, 1927 - September 02, 2021

Departed: 09/02/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Dorothy M. “Dot” HILFIGER, 93, of Ulysses, PA, died Thursday, September 2, 2021 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.

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Ellen L. HANES - September 28, 1941 - August 31, 2021

Departed: 08/31/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Ellen L. HANES, 79, of Genesee, PA, died Tuesday, August 31, 2021 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.

Born September 28, 1941, in Reynoldsville, she was the daughter of Jack and Lucy Baun Uber.  On April 2, 1960, in Whitesville, NY, she married Warren L. “Gabe” Hanes, who survives.   Ellen was employed by American Novelty in Wellsville and Ulysses Woodcraft.  She devoted her life to caring for her husband and children.

Surviving besides her husband, Gabe, are:  five children, Patricia (Gene) Seidel of Auburn, PA, Nancy (Richard) Waters of Whitesville, NY, Warren (Maureen) Hanes, Jr. of Genesee, Tammy (Jesse) Snyder of Genesee, and Cora (George “Ed”) Gehret of Genesee;  11 grandchildren;  23 great-grandchildren;  five siblings, Lillian Skillman, Kathy Uber, Charles Uber, and Robert Uber, and Howard Uber;  nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by six siblings.

A private graveside service will be held in Parker Hill Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Cole Foundation, Attn: Hospice, 1001 E. Second Street, Coudersport, PA 16915.

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James N. GOODENOUGH - November 14, 1932 - August 25, 2021

Departed: 08/25/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: James N. GOODENOUGH, 88, of Gold, PA, died Wednesday, August 25, 2021 in the Comfort House of Allegany County, Wellsville, NY.

Born November 14, 1932, in Wellsville, NY, he was the son of Norman J. and May Erway Goodenough.  On July 27, 1957, in Ulysses, he married the former Maude A. Sutton, who survives.  A 1951 graduate of Ulysses High School, he served honorably in the U.S. Army from 1953 – 1955 in the Korean War.  After high school, he worked with a contractor on the state highway, farmed, worked on pipeline right of ways, and the C&PA railroad.  After serving in the military, he farmed until 1966, then worked radiography inspection and x-ray.  He was employed at nuclear power plants in Moscow, OH, Oswego, NY, and Peach Bottom, PA.  Jim was last employed by defense contractors BMY, now BAE, in York.  He was a member of Gold Church, Raymond Richar VFW Post #6611 in Galeton, and Lewisville Lodge #556 F&AM in Ulysses.  At age 38, he became a pilot and owned an American Aviation plane for 20 years.

Surviving besides his wife, Maude, are:  six children, Nellie (Tom) Chalmers of Galeton, Nancy (Dan) Morley of Gold, Jon (Carol) Goodenough of Manchester, Nora (Steve) Bobb of Shermans Dale, Ruth (Chuck) Druery of Lancaster, and Norman (Christi) Goodenough of Hoquiam, WA;  15 grandchildren;  16 great-grandchildren;  a brother, Neal L. (Carol) Goodenough of Gold;  a sister, Lois (Russell) Hendershot of Collegeville;  nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by two sons, Joseph Goodenough and James Goodenough, Jr.

Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Sunday, August 29, 2021 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, with a Masonic Service following at 8:00 PM.  Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM, Monday, August 30, 2021 in the Gold Church, 2402 SR 49W, Ulysses, PA 16948.  Rev. Cameron Cowburn, Pastor, will officiate.  Military Rites will be accorded by members of the Potter County Honor Guard.  Burial will be in Raymond Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Gold Church, 2402 SR 49W, Ulysses, PA 16948 or the Comfort House of Allegany County, 141 E. State St., Wellsville, NY 14895.

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James P. PROUTY - April 09, 1957 - August 17, 2021

Departed: 08/17/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: James P. PROUTY, 64, of Ulysses, PA, died Tuesday, August 17, 2021 in UPMC Williamsport.

Born April 9, 1957, in Pike Twp., he was the son of Clarence C. and Bessie L. Knickerbocker Prouty.  On November 11, 1987, in West Pike, he married the former Barbara Russell, who survives.  A 1975 graduate of Galeton High School, he was employed as a truck driver by Earl F. Dean, Inc.  James was a member of the West Pike Baptist Church, where he had served as deacon, Sunday school superintendent, and teen Sunday school teacher.

Surviving besides his wife, Barbara, are:  two sons, Justin (fiancée Briana Massey) Prouty and Tyler (Miranda Wight) Prouty, both of Ulysses;  adopted son, Marvin “Bubba” McNatt of Ulysses;  two grandchildren, Annabelle and Silas;  three brothers, Rev. John (June) Prouty, Lloyd (Mary) Prouty, and Stanley (Carolyn) Prouty, all of Ulysses;  two sisters, Betty (James) Decker of West Winfield, NY and Jean Larnerd of Berwick;  nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Herman Prouty.

A Memorial Service will be held on a later date.

Memorials may be made to West Pike Baptist Church, c/o Carolyn Prouty, 3439 Loucks Mills Road, Ulysses, PA 16948.

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Donna Lee KIBBE - July 22, 1939 - August 14, 2021

Departed: 08/14/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Donna Lee KIBBE, 82, of Westfield, PA, died Saturday, August 14, 2021 in her home.

Born July 22, 1939, in Knoxville, she was the daughter of Gerald B. and Gretta L. Youngs Haskins.  On September 14, 1957, in Harrison Valley, she married Leon Kibbe, who predeceased her on August 13, 2021.  She was employed by the C&MA Christian School, Valley Christian Academy in Harrison Valley and by the Westfield Child Development Center.  Donna was a member of the Harrison Valley Christian & Missionary Alliance Church.  She enjoyed sewing and painting.

Surviving are:  three children, Penny (John) Sawicki, Billiejo Lias, and Rick (Rachel) Kibbe, all of Westfield;  three grandchildren;  seven great-grandchildren;  two brothers, Gerald L. (Marion) Haskins of Genesee and Steven (Debra) Haskins of Ulysses;  two sisters, Della (Harold) Barber of Ulysses and Bettelu (Gary) Hults of Scottsville, NY;  nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a son-in-law, Sean E. Lias.

Friends may call at the C&MA Church, 217 E. Main St., Harrison Valley, PA on Friday, August 20, 2021 from 10:00 -- 11:00 AM, with a Memorial Service following at 11:00 AM.  Rev. Timothy H. Miller will officiate.  Burial will be in Ulysses Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the C&MA Church, 217 E. Main St., Harrison Valley, PA 16927.

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Benjamin L. HAUBER - February 16, 1981 - August 14, 2021

Departed: 08/14/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Benjamin L. HAUBER, 40, of Cary, NC, formerly of Coudersport, PA, died Saturday, August 14, 2021.

Born February 16, 1981, in Coudersport, he was the son of David W. and Evelyn Kenyon Hauber.  On March 18, 2006, in Emporium, he married the former Theresa Aikens, who survives.  A 1999 graduate of PA Home School Association, he was employed by Adelphia in Coudersport and as a systems administrator by Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Durham, NC.  Ben was a member of Southbridge Fellowship in Raleigh, NC, where he served as a member of the worship team.  He loved music, singing with Headwaters Chapter, BHS and he was a gifted guitar player.

Surviving besides his wife, Theresa, are:  four children, Alexandra Hauber serving with the US Army, Finian Hauber, Emerson Hauber, and Josephine Hauber;  a grandson due in November;  his father and step-mother, David and Fay Hauber of Coudersport;  a brother, Allen D. Hauber of Bradford, PA;  an uncle, John (Charlotte) Hauber of Lima, NY;  and cousins.  He was predeceased by his mother;  and his maternal grandmother, Rachel Carey Kenyon.

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Leon H. KIBBE - April 22, 1937 - August 13, 2021

Departed: 08/13/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Leon H. KIBBE, 84, of Westfield, PA, died Friday, August 13, 2021 in his home.

Born April 22, 1937, in Harrison Township, he was the son of Edgar A. “Eddie” and Ada A. Cary Kibbe.  On September 14, 1957, in Harrison Valley, he married the former Donna Lee Haskins, who survives.  He was employed by Ingersoll-Rand / Dresser-Rand in Painted Post, NY.  Leon was a member of the Harrison Valley Christian & Missionary Alliance Church.  He enjoyed fishing and hunting.

Surviving besides his wife, Donna, are:  three children, Penny (John) Sawicki, Billiejo Lias, and Rick (Rachel) Kibbe, all of Westfield;  three grandchildren;  seven great-grandchildren;  two brothers, Edwin Kibbe and Roger (Sue) Kibbe, both of Harrison Valley;  sister-in-law, Donna M. Kibbe of Harrison Valley;  nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a son-in-law, Sean E. Lias;  two sisters, Bernice M. Easley and Marieda Space;  and a brother, Gerald H. Kibbe.

Friends may call at the C&MA Church, 217 E. Main St., Harrison Valley, PA on Friday, August 20, 2021 from 10:00 -- 11:00 AM, with a Memorial Service following at 11:00 AM.  Rev. Timothy H. Miller will officiate.  Burial will be in Ulysses Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the C&MA Church, 217 E. Main St., Harrison Valley, PA 16927.

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William N. MOYER - May 08, 1941 - August 12, 2021

Departed: 08/12/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: William N. “Bill” MOYER, 80, of Genesee, PA, died Thursday, August 12, 2021 in Williamsport Hospital.

Born May 8, 1941, in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, he was the son of Emma Negron and Guillermo Moya, Jr.  On June 26, 1980, in Cheltenham, he married the former Susan Okoorian, who survives.  Growing up in New York City, Bill was a graduate of the High School of Fashion Industries and he earned an associate’s degree from the City College of New York.  He was employed as a salesman by Kleiser Ford and Wellsville Ford in Wellsville, NY.  Bill was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Genesee, Trout Unlimited, the NRA, Hornellsville Masonic Lodge #44 in Hornell, NY, and the Valley of Corning.  He was passionate about Pennsylvania’s waterways and beautiful wilderness landscapes.  He especially loved fly fishing and spent many hours doing so.  A voracious reader and history scholar in his own right, he traveled the Northeast in pursuit of original historical texts and documents for decades.  He was the commander of the 18th Century Battle reenactment group, Robert’s Company of Riflemen which participated in numerous reenactments, rendezvous and bicentennial celebrations including Washington’s Crossing of the Delaware.

Surviving besides his wife, Susan, are:  three children, Lillian (Daniel) Cowburn of Coudersport, Jennifer (Greg) Watson of Trumansburg, NY, and B. William Moyer of Denver, CO;  four grandchildren;  three great-grandchildren;  sisters-in-law, Claire (Scot) Miller of Genesee and Joann Hale of Doylestown;  nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at Sacred Heart Church, Genesee, on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 11:00 AM.  The Rev. Joseph V. Dougherty will be the Celebrant.  Following the service, everyone attending is invited to join the family for light refreshments in the parish hall next door to the church.  Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Kinney.

Memorials may be made to Cole Foundation, Attn: Hospice, 1001 E. Second Street, Coudersport, PA 16915.

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Frederick KOLESAR - January 16, 1951 - August 10, 2021

Departed: 08/10/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Frederick KOLESAR, 70, of Westfield, PA, died Tuesday, August 10, 2021 in Bradford County Manor, Troy, PA.

Born January 16, 1951, in Brownsville, he was the son of Joseph and Jessie I. Barber Kolesar.  He was married to the former Cindy Haynes, who survives.  Fred owned and operated Kolesar’s Body Shop in Westfield for many years.

Surviving besides his wife, Cindy, are:  two daughters, Kristina (John Parker) Kolesar of Woodhull, NY and Nichole (Timothy) Dibble of Mills;  a granddaughter, Hailey Dibble;  three brothers, Joseph “Buzz” Kolesar of Westfield, Terrence (Patricia) Kolesar of Ypsilanti, MI, and Victor (Vonny) Kolesar of Westfield;  a sister, Marie (Norman) Painter of Addison, NY;  nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his parents;  and a brother, Gene Kolesar.

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Simon M. McCULLOUGH - December 28, 1950 - August 08, 2021

Departed: 08/08/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Simon M. McCULLOUGH, 70, of Sabinsville, PA, died Sunday, August 8, 2021 in his home.

Born December 28, 1950, in Pike Township, he was the son of Kenneth H. and Addie K. Hitchcock McCullough.  On October 19, 1974, in Ulysses, he married the former Donna L. Hillyard, who survives.  A 1970 graduate of Galeton High School, Simon was a Vietnam Veteran, serving honorably with the U.S. Navy from 1970 — 1974.  He was employed by nuclear power plants in PA, NJ, CT, and NY, and then by Dominion for 26 years, retiring in 2014.  Simon was a member of Raymond Richar VFW Post #6611 in Galeton and Carl E. Hyde American Legion Post #963 in Ulysses.  He served as caretaker of the Larrison Cemetery for many years.

Surviving besides his wife, Donna, are:  two children, Daryl W. (Lisa) McCullough of Wellsboro and Melissa (Matthew) Chapman of Lillian, AL;  three grandchildren, Benjamin McCullough, Isaac McCullough, and Abigail McCullough;  four brothers, Kenneth (Linda) McCullough, Jr. of Biglersville, John McCullough of Galeton, Ralph (Susan) McCullough of Wellsboro, and John R. (Marcia) Fraser of Stony Creek, VA;  four sisters, Sheila (Leland) Spicer of Whitesville, NY, Irene (Carl Schildkamp) Brumbach of Sabinsville, Virginia (Wayne) Burrous of Sabinsville, and Mildred F. Ovens of Petersburg, VA;  nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, James L. McCullough;  a sister, Shirley K. Brown;  a nephew, Michael McCullough;  niece, Molly Jean Fraser;  brothers-in-law, Robert Ovens, Archie Brown, and Harlan Brumbach.

Friends may call Wednesday, August 11, 2021 from 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00 PM at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA, where Funeral Services will be held on Thursday at 1:00 PM.  Rev. T.J. Freeman will officiate.  Burial will be in Sabinsville Cemetery.  Military Rites will be accorded by members of the Tioga County Honor Guard.

Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society in memory of Simon’s niece, Molly.

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Virgil B. DIETZE - July 22, 1966 - August 03, 2021

Departed: 08/03/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Virgil Brent DIETZE, 55, of Shinglehouse, PA, died Tuesday, August 3, 2021 in his home.

Born July 22, 1966, in Olean, NY, he was the son of Kenneth John and Jacqueline Eva Howard Dietze.  A 1984 graduate of Oswayo Valley High School, he was employed by Ram Forest Products in Shinglehouse.  An outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and atv riding.

Surviving are:  a son, Brent Thomas (Jenna Maxson) Dietze of Shinglehouse;  two granddaughters, Cienna Dietze and Willow Vincent;  three brothers, Michael H. Dietze of Summerville, SC, Roger M. (Vicki) Dietze of Shinglehouse, and David A. Dietze of Cartersville, GA;  three nephews, Joshua D. Dietze of Cartersville, GA, Nicholas B. (Shelby) Dietze and Anthony J. (Anna Mallison-Austin) Dietze, both of Shinglehouse;  three aunts, Marilyn G. (Felix) Casacelli of Indiana, PA, Geraldine “Ella” Howard and Yvonne Milliken, both of Shinglehouse;  an uncle, Paul W. (Debbie) Dietze of Shinglehouse;  and many cousins.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by two brothers, Gregory K. Dietze and Gary G. Dietze.

A gathering to celebrate Virgil’s life will be held on a later date.  Memorials may be made to the Shinglehouse American Legion.

Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

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Lorentz R. "Larry" HINRICHSEN - September 11, 1951 - July 31, 2021

Departed: 07/31/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Lorentz Robert “Larry” HINRICHSEN, 69, of Genesee, PA, died Saturday, July 31, 2021 in UPMC Williamsport.

Born September 11, 1951, in New Brunswick, NJ, he was the son of Lorentz Andreas and Eleanor Turek Hinrichsen.  A graduate of Franklin High School, Larry owned and operated the Genesee Natural Food store for many years.  Larry was proud to be an Eagle Scout and enjoyed his time serving as Scoutmaster of the Genesee Troup.

Surviving are:  two sons, Lorentz Wulf (Colleen) Hinrichsen of Pittsburgh and Maj. Byron John  Hinrichsen, USAF, Retired of Dayton, OH;  a brother, Eric J. (Kathleen) Hinrichsen of Lambertville, NJ;  a sister, Inger (Anthony) Hinrichsen-Bassi of Huntingdon;  and a nephew, Eric Hinrichsen, Jr. of Philadelphia.  He was predeceased by his former wife, Diana;  and his parents.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or The Salvation Army.

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Charles S. "Chuck" WETMORE - December 15, 1950 - July 21, 2021

Departed: 07/21/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Owned and operated Ulysses, PA funeral home from 1984 through 1989

Charles S “Chuck” WETMORE, 70, of Nine Mile Falls, WA, died July 21, 2021, in Spokane, WA after complications following back surgery.

Born December 15, 1950, in Port Jervis, NY, he was the son of Henry G. Wetmore and Emma Hoffman Wetmore.  He grew up and attended local schools in White Mills, Honesdale and Hawley, PA, graduating in 1969.  He attended Lackawanna Junior College in Scranton and Hiram Scott College in Scottsbluff, NE majoring in Music Education.  A graduate of San Francisco College of Mortuary Science, he earned a degree as a Funeral Director and Embalmer and held a National Certification.  Chuck later earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from California Coast University.  He was appointed by the governor to serve as the President of the Washington State Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers for five years.  Chuck spent his entire career as a funeral director and was a founding partner of the Cremation Society of Washington in Spokane.  He was a member of Pilgrim Lutheran Church, LCMS, the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity, North Hill Masonic Lodge, Spokane York Rite Bodies, Scottish Rite Consistory – 32-degree KCCH and the El Katif Shrine.  He was also a member and past Patron of the Adelphi Chapter of Eastern Star in Spokane.  He was President of the Shrine Band for eight years and played the tuba since age 14.  It will be remembered that Chuck provided keyboard music for numerous masonic organizations in Spokane.

Surviving are:  his wife, Peggy Baker Wetmore;  his children, David Wetmore of CA and Mary Glaze of ID;  stepson, Jason Ashley of Balfour BC;  four grandchildren, Izabelle, Berniece, Korban, and Shalem;  brother, John H Wetmore of PA;  his dear cousins, Ray and Shirley Orben of OH;  as well as his very dear friends, John and Donna Ayers of MT.  He was predeceased by his parents.

A viewing and visitation with the family will be held at Riplinger Funeral Home 4305 N. Division St., Spokane, on Monday, July 26, 2021 from 7:00 – 8:30 PM, with Scottish Rite Rose Croix and Blue Lodge ceremonies to be held at 7:00 PM.  Funeral services will be held at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 2733 W Northwest Blvd., Spokane on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at 10:00 AM, followed by a reception in the church fellowship hall.  Cremation will follow.  Memorials may be made to the Spokane Shriner’s Hospital.  The family wishes to thank the directors of the Riplinger Funeral Home for their kindness to our family.

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Doris Mae METCALF - April 04, 1925 - July 18, 2021

Departed: 07/18/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Doris Mae METCALF, 96, of Milledgeville, GA, formerly of Potter Brook and Port Allegany, PA, died Sunday, July 18, 2021 in Lynn Haven Health & Rehabilitation, Gray, GA.

Born April 4, 1925, in Potter Brook, she was the daughter of William Richard and Agnes Mae Robbins Truax.  On August 28, 1943, in Potter Brook, she married Wilbert Richard Metcalf, who predeceased her in 1977.  A graduate of Westfield High School, she was employed by Galeton Production during and after World War II from 1944 – 1947 and The Goodie Gallery in Milledgeville from 1981 – 1992.  Doris was a member of Order of the Eastern Star #33 in Westfield, Potter Brook Happy Hour Club, and First Christian Church, Milledgeville.

Surviving are:  a daughter, Beverly Kobbe of Milledgeville and her family, Eric (Ashley) Kobbe, Kinsey (Charles) Kinnamon, Anna Kobbe, and Chloe Kobbe;  a daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie Kay (Gary) Pennington of Milledgeville and their family, Kevin Caden, Eve (Matt) Derstine, Sophia Derstine, and Haleigh Pennington;  a son and daughter-in-law, Rick (Janine) Metcalf of Murrells Inlet, SC and their family, Matthew (Amber) Metcalf, Mason Metcalf, Bailey Metcalf, Marc (Annie) Metcalf, Samuel Metcalf, and Abby Metcalf;  nieces and nephews.  In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a grandson, Gary Pennington, Jr.;  a son-in-law, Alan L. Kobbe;  and two sisters, Ruth E. Orcutt and Elberta L. Potter.

Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Friday, July 23, 2021 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 12:00 PM.  Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Potter Brook.

Memorials may be made to Riverview Cemetery, c/o Garry Abbott, 134 Potter Brook Road, Westfield, PA 16950.

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William C. SCHWEIGART - April 18, 1959 - July 17, 2021

Departed: 07/17/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: William C. “Billy” SCHWEIGART, 62, of Coudersport, PA, formerly of Wellsville, NY, died Saturday, July 17, 2021 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville, NY.

Born April 18, 1959, in Wellsville, he was the son of William A. and Ruth Dexter Schweigart.  On May 19, 2017, in Coudersport, he married Jill Malkin Hughart, who survives.  A 1977 graduate of Northern Potter High School, he served with the U.S. Navy from 1978 – 1980.  Billy was employed by Air Preheater in Wellsville, Adelphia in Coudersport, and Ace Hardware in Coudersport.  He was an avid cook and gardener, using vegetables he raised to create his own recipes.  An outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing, camping, and geocaching.

Surviving besides his wife, Jill, are:  two children, David Puchlettner of Charlotte, NC and Virginia Deaton of Selinsgrove;  two grandchildren, Lily Deaton and Alex Bruce, II;  two sisters, Lori Avery of Wellsville and Ruthie (Donald) Jacobs of Whitesville, NY;  nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Kimberly Sue Schweigart.

Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Sunday, July 25, 2021 from 2:00 – 3:00 PM, with a Memorial Service following at 3:00 PM.  Rev. Dennis Munro will officiate.

Memorials may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation at www.jdrf.org.

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Robert H. SMITH, Jr. - April 11, 1939 - July 14, 2021

Departed: 07/14/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Robert H. SMITH, Jr., 82, of Wellsville, NY, formerly of Whitesville, NY and Coudersport, PA, died Wednesday, July 14, 2021 in Wellsville Manor Care Center, Wellsville.

Born April 11, 1939, in Wellsville, he was the son of Robert H. and Hazel M. Ritter Smith.  Bob was a lifelong area resident and a farmer.

Surviving are:  two sons, Robert H. (Suzanne) Smith, III and William R. Smith, both of Coudersport;  two daughters, Tammy (David) McConaghay of Ulysses, PA and Tracie Jo (John) Waters of Troupsburg, NY;  eight grandchildren;  nine great-grandchildren;  three sisters, M. Jean Gilpin of Coudersport, Eleanor Sebastian of Genesee, PA, and Patricia Bickford of Tappahannock, VA;  nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by a daughter, Nichole R. Smith;  a sister, Marie Holland;  and a daughter-in-law, Julie A. Smith.

Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Monday, July 19, 2021 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with Funeral Services following at 11:00 AM.  Pastor Harold Kiel will officiate.  Burial will be in Ulysses Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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Marcia B. PETRENCSIK - February 20, 1960 - July 11, 2021

Departed: 07/11/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Marcia B. PETRENCSIK, 61, of Galeton, PA, died Sunday, July 11, 2021 in Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.

Born February 20, 1960, in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of James V. and Cynthia Cotton Dandrea.  A graduate of Galeton Area High School, she was employed by Widmann’s, Brosius Manor, and as a Gale Hose Ambulance dispatcher.  Marcia attended St. Bibiana Catholic Church in Galeton.

Surviving are:  her husband, Joseph S. Petrencsik, Jr.;  three children, Jon (Becky) Petrencsik of Wellsboro, Alexis Petrencsik of Wellsboro, Morgan-Jo (Joseph White) Petrencsik of Galeton;  three step-children, Joseph M. Petrencsik of Galeton, Paula-Jo (Gary) Hayes of York, and Michelle (Michael) Petito of Germania;  four grandchildren, Alexi, Alissa, Madyson, and Joseph;  five siblings, Beverly (John) Rogers of Galeton, John Dandrea of Davis Station, Charlene Strykowski of Wellsboro, Shelley Shearer of Dallastown, and Holly (Michael) Snell of Punta Gorda, FL;  nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a brother, Richard Dandrea.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Bibiana Catholic Church, Galeton.  The Rev. Joseph V. Dougherty will be the Celebrant.  Burial will be in West Hill Cemetery, Galeton.

Memorials may be made to the Galeton Public Library, Goodyear Hose Co., Gale Hose Ambulance, or the Galeton Fireworks Committee.

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George O. MORLEY - March 29, 1924 - June 24, 2021

Departed: 06/24/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: George Olmsted MORLEY, 97, of Ulysses, PA, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2021 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.  Born March 29, 1924, in Coudersport, he was the son of Edwin J. and E. Elizabeth Olmsted Morley.  On September 17, 1948, in New Hampton, NY, he married the former Maude A. Morley, who survives. A 1942 graduate of Ulysses High School, he worked as a pipeliner for 30 years and was a self-employed excavator for over 15 years. He was a member of the Ulysses United Methodist Church, Lewisville Lodge #556 F&AM in Ulysses, and served on the Ulysses Borough Council for 32 years.

George was a very social person, who loved life and people.  Everybody was his friend or potential friend.  No matter where he went, he would see someone who knew him.  He enjoyed life and did not want it to end.  There was always more music to hear and learn, another dance, or family event to enjoy.  He was an avid and talented dancer.  Maude and George’s graceful dancing was a delight to observe. Music was George’s life-long passion.  He was blessed by God with a strong, beautiful singing voice.  He used his versatile voice for singing with classical and church choirs, as well as barbershop groups, country music, and calling for square dances.  Known for singing while working on the pipeline, his co-workers nicknamed him “The Singing Pipeliner.”

Family was his other passion.  These two passions became intertwined in 1960 when he taught himself to play guitar.  A family band was formed after he taught some of his children to play the ukulele, guitar, and bass.  Together, Maude and George began to encourage their children to sing and harmonize.  It gave George great pleasure to have the family perform at many events. Well-known for his humor, George was an endless source of entertainment to family and friends.  As the great-grandchildren came along, each would be taught the “fine art” of making faces.  Because of his tutelage in this art form and other silliness, they dubbed him “silly grandpa.”

George spoke often of his idyllic childhood on the family farm in Gold where his older sister, Mary, younger brother, Jack, and he grew up.  Always an excellent storyteller, George would regale his family and friends with story after story about the mischievous escapades that he instigated on Jack and others. George’s most favorite spot in the world was Morley Hollow in the Gold area near where he grew up.  To provide a place where the family and future generations could gather in this beautiful spot, George built a large building called the Morley Pavilion. Family parties and reunions are held here.  Very popular senior dances used to be held here with music being provided by George’s “No Name Band.”

The next favorite place for George was the big white house on the corner in Ulysses, PA.  George and Maude settled here in the summer of 1953.  This house remained the family home for 66 years.  It became known to the family as “Grand Central Station,” when their family grew to ten children.  As the next generations were born, the house was filled with love and laughter as it rocked with the activities and chaos of their ever-increasing family.

Surviving besides his wife of nearly 73 years, Maude, are:  five sons: Bryan (Janine) Morley of Gold, Douglas (Pat) Morley of Gold, Steve (Cathy) Morley of Fillmore, NY, Gary (Rhonda) Morley of Coudersport, and Greg (Joyce) Morley of Lancaster;  five daughters, Sally (Robert) Ferguson of Bradford, Vickye (Michael) Hudson of Gold, Debbie (D. Chris) Haley of Ulysses, Melanie Morley of Coudersport, and Tammy (Ron) Hagar of Mansfield;  21 grandchildren, Andrew (Joanne) Morley, Jessica Morley, Amy (Chris) Quimby, Rob Ferguson, Ryan (Jenn) Ferguson, Matt (Joan) Morley, Jeanne Morley, Jonathan (Leigh) Haley, Nate (Kristen) Haley, Tim (Autum) Haley, Mark (Maria) Morley, Aaron (Vara) Morley, Traci (Paul) Rankin, Kevin (Karime) Morley, Luke (Carrie) Morley, Chad (Beth) Morley, Nikki (Kriss) Morley, Erica (Jake) Bachman, Benjamin (Morgan) Wilson, Josh (Cheyenne) Morley, and Sam Morley;  two step-grandchildren, Alesia (Seth) Blosser and Travis Hagar;  37 great-grandchildren;  a brother, Edwin “Jack” (Beatrice) Morley of Greencastle;  many nieces, nephews, and cousins.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his step-mother, Nina Olmsted Morley;  his sister and brother-in-law, Mary (Lou) Dushek;  and great-grandson, Ethan Haley.

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Harley E. LINZA - October 23, 1935 - June 22, 2021

Departed: 06/22/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Harley E. LINZA, 85, of Westfield, PA, died Tuesday, June 22, 2021 in his home.

Born October 23, 1935, in Willing, NY, he was the son of Max and Faith Withey Linza.  On July 9, 1955, in Cowanesque, he married the former Phyllis L. Schmidt, who survives.  A graduate of Wellsville High School, he was employed by Culligan Water Co. in Wellsville.  He was then employed by Kodak in Rochester for 25 years, retiring in 1991 as a group leader in the film emulsion division.  Harley was a member of the Cowanesque United Methodist Church.  He was a devoted New York Yankees fan.

Surviving besides his wife, Phyllis, are:  three daughters, Paula Linza of Livonia, NY, Brenda (Gene) Brunette of Brockport, NY, and Pamela (Tim) Conley of Rush, NY;  a daughter-in-law, Mary Linza of Caneadea, NY;  eight grandchildren;  13 great-grandchildren;  two brothers, Rev. Raymond Linza of Jamestown, NY and Gary (Connie) Linza of Stannards, NY;  and many nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by a son, Jeffrey L. Linza, on January 3, 2017;  six brothers, Donald R. Linza, Roger E. Linza, Max Linza, Merle Linza, Ernest Linza, and Dale Linza;  and a sister, Marjorie Layton.

Friends may call Friday, June 25, 2021 from 1:00 – 3:00 and 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses.  Funeral Services will be held 1:30 PM Saturday in the Cowanesque United Methodist Church.  Rev. Ed Rodarmel will officiate.  The funeral will be livestreamed on the funeral home website, www.olneyfoust.com, at the bottom of Harley’s obituary page.  Burial will be in Yorks Corners Cemetery, Yorks Corners, NY.

Memorials may be made to the Cowanesque United Methodist Church, c/o Valley Trinity Parish, P.O. Box 265, Westfield, PA 16950, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at www.lls.org, or Jeffrey Linza Scholarship, c/o Mary Linza, 8678 Rush Creek Road, Caneadea, NY 14717.

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Thomas L. KIO - June 04, 1957 - June 12, 2021

Departed: 06/12/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Thomas L. KIO, 64, of Ulysses, PA, died Saturday, June 12, 2021 in Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre.

Born June 4, 1957, in Coudersport, he was the son of Donald F. and Audrey L. Flynn Kio.  On August 30, 1975, in West Bingham, he married the former Donna M. Gill, who survives.  Tom was a self-employed logger.  He attended the Ulysses Free Methodist Church.

Surviving besides his wife, Donna, are:  a son, Thomas L. Kio, II of Corning, NY;  three daughters, Rita Kio of Ulysses, Melissa (John) Waters of Whitesville, NY, and Jessica (Jeff) Willson of Tioga;  seven grandchildren, Dylan, Emma, Hailey, Olivia, Dane, Marissa, and Mariah;  three brothers, Michael Kio of Ulysses, Darrwin “Duke” (Sally) Kio of Ulysses, and Steve (Sharon) Kio of Genesee;  a sister, Donna (Durell, Jr.) Houghtaling of Harrison Valley;  nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his parents;  and a brother, Jonathan Kio.

Friends may call Thursday, June 17, 2021 from 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00 PM at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses.  Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Friday in the Ulysses Free Methodist Church.  Rev. Marty Zdrojewski will officiate.  Burial will be in Ulysses Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.org or the Arbor Day Foundation at www.arborday.org.

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Mary E. SLAWSON - August 10, 1953 - June 11, 2021

Departed: 06/11/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Mary Elaine SLAWSON, 67, of Emporium, PA, died Friday, June 11, 2021 in Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys.

Born August 10, 1953, in Andover, NY, she was the daughter of Keith and Marilyn Coleman Dolph.  On April 1, 1988, in Andover, NY, she married Clair E. Slawson, who survives.  Mary participated in Special Olympics on the local, state, and national level.  She was active in 4-H for many years.

Surviving besides her husband, Clair, are:  a son, Paul Haines of Galeton;  a daughter, Arlene Haines of Emporium;  several step-children;  many grandchildren and great-grandchildren;  two brothers, John (Colleen) Dolph of Hornell, NY and Timothy Dolph of Avon, NY;  a sister, Linda Young of Greenwood, NY;  and nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by two brothers, David B. Dolph and infant Ivan Dolph.

A Memorial Service will be held 2:00 PM, Friday, June 18, 2021 at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Rev. Allyn Baker will officiate.  Burial will be in Genesee Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Cameron County Ambulance Service, 299 E. Second St., Emporium, PA 15834.

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Betty Jean HENRY - October 09, 1952 - June 05, 2021

Departed: 06/05/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Betty Jean HENRY, 68, of Coudersport, PA, formerly of Ulysses, PA and Arcadia, FL, died Saturday, June 5, 2021 in her home.

Born October 19, 1952, in Coudersport, she was the daughter of Richard W. and Hazel G. Buchanan Yentzer.  On October 9, 1971, in Coudersport, she married Roger L. Henry, who survives.  While living in Arcadia, FL, she was employed as a human resources coordinator by Golden Grove and Orange-Co for 17 years.  She was last employed by the PennDOT driver’s license center in Coudersport.  Betty was a member of the First Baptist Church in Arcadia, FL and attended the First Baptist Church, Ulysses, PA.

Surviving besides her husband, Roger, are:  two sons, Christopher Henry of Sebring, FL and Adam (Kristin) Henry of Arcadia, FL;  six grandchildren;  three great-grandchildren;  three brothers, Richard W. (Sharon) Yentzer, Jr. of St. Petersburg, FL, Kenneth P. Yentzer of Canandaigua, NY, and Rodney J. Yentzer of Coudersport;  two sisters, Patricia K. Stebbins of Coudersport and Marjorie A. (Gordon Patrick “Pat”) Rosenberger of Summerville, SC;  nieces, nephews, and cousins.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a son, Mark George Henry.

Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM.   Private burial will be in Ulysses Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church, P.O. Boxholder, Ulysses, PA 16948.

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Joan S. FREZZA - July 11, 1931 - June 04, 2021

Departed: 06/04/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Joan S. FREZZA, 89, of The Woodlands, TX, formerly of Malvern, PA, died Friday, June 4, 2021 in Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital.

Born July 11, 1931, in Rochester, NY, she was the daughter of Benjamin and Erma Reese Swetland.  On January 9, 1954, in Crestwood, NY, she married Samuel A. Frezza, who predeceased her.  Surviving are:  a son, Scott A. Frezza (spouse Lynne) of The Woodlands, TX;  and two grandchildren, Benjamin Greer Frezza and Kathleen Carson Frezza.

Burial will be in Mills Cemetery, Mills, PA.

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Angela R. SHAFFER - December 31, 1967 - June 02, 2021

Departed: 06/02/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Angela R. SHAFFER, 53, of Ulysses, PA, died Wednesday, June 2, 2021 in UPMC Williamsport, Williamsport, PA.

She was born December 31, 1967, in Ludwigsburg, Germany.  On October 9, 2016, in Galeton, she married Timothy M. Shaffer, who survives.  A 1985 graduate of Northern Potter High School, she was employed by Adelphia in Coudersport in customer support and worked in area restaurants.  Angela attended the Ulysses Free Methodist Church.

Surviving besides her husband, Tim, are:  her parents, Frank and Evelyne Hand of Louisville, KY;  two children, Desiree Pollock and Scott Pollock, both of Louisville;  seven grandchildren, Kayleigh Pollock, Alex Pollock Butler, Gage Pollock, Alyssa Pollock, Kayden Lash, Silas Pollock, and Ethan Lang;  two brothers, Sherman (Denise) Hand of Louisville and Michael (Sharon) Hand of Waco, TX;  mother-in-law, Myra Shaffer of Genesee;  four step-children, Eric Shaffer, Timothy Shawn Shaffer, Cody Heck, and Dawn Shaffer; several step-grandchildren;  nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.  She was predeceased by a son, Jonathan D. Pollock, on May 12, 2017.

Friends may call Monday, June 7, 2021 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, where Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM.  Rev. Marty Zdrojewski will officiate.

Memorials may be made to the Potter County Yellow Ribbon, c/o Potter County Human Services, 62 North Street, P.O. Box 241, Roulette, PA 16746.

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Charles D. AHEARN, Jr. - August 26, 1944 - June 01, 2021

Departed: 06/01/2021 (Ulysses)

Obituary Preview: Charles D. AHEARN, Jr., 76, of Harrison Valley, PA, died Tuesday, June 1, 2021 in UPMC Williamsport.

Born August 26, 1944, in Coudersport, he was the son of Charles D. and Hazel Langan Ahearn.  On August 21, 1964, in Whitesville, NY, he married the former Sharon H. Willow, who survives.  A member of the Teamsters Union, he was employed in construction and pipelining.  He attended God’s New Beginnings Church in Harrison Valley.

Surviving besides his wife, Sharon, are:  three sons, Charles D. (Mistie) Ahearn, III of Harrison Valley, Michael W. (Albina) Ahearn of Sarasota, FL, and Shannon W. Ahearn of Harrison Valley;  eight grandchildren;  seven great-grandchildren;  two brothers, Joseph (Deborah) Ahearn of Lakeland, FL and David (Cora) Ahearn of Smethport;  two sisters, Rebecca (Jack) Sunderlin and Ruth Lewis, both of Ulysses;  nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Sunday, June 6, 2021 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM.  Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM, Monday, June 7, 2021 in the People’s Church of Potter Brook, 62 Rte. 49, Westfield, PA.  Rev. Gene Jones and Rev. David Brelo will co-officiate.  Burial will be in Raymond Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to God’s New Beginnings Church, 104 E. Main Street, Harrison Valley, PA 16927.

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What is an obituary?

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