Obituaries

Jun 19, 2023

Wellsville, NY – Margaret Ann Ordiway , 71, of First Street, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023, at Jones Memorial Hospital. She was born April 10, 1952, the daughter of the late Delburt W. and Margaret L. (Ransom) Campbell. On December 23, 1978, in Wellsville she married Milon J. Ordiway , who predeceased her October 8, 2022.

Margaret...

Jun 18, 2023

Belmont, NY – Jeffrey J. Jordan, 63, of Greenwich Street, passed away on June 18, 2023, at home surrounded by his family. He was born June 3, 1960 , in Wellsville, the son of the late John and Mary (Knapp) Jordan.

Jeff was a life-long resident of Belmont, graduating from Belmont Central School in 1978. While in school he...

Jun 18, 2023

  Richard J. “Dick” KEATON, 76, of Galeton, PA, died Sunday, June 18, 2023 in his home.  Through his final days, Dick was able to be at home surrounded by his family and loved ones sharing memories and rejoicing and honoring his life.  He was able to be with his dogs that he loved dearly.  He was known for the love, compassion, and...

Jun 17, 2023

  A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, June 17, 2023 in Parker Hill Cemetery, Sunderlinville, PA for Joseph and Judith Hanes.  Also remembered at that time will be their daughter, Cynthia Hanes.  Rev. Timothy H. Miller will officiate. 

A luncheon will follow at the Pine Creek Inn, 1637 US-6 West, Galeton, PA 16922. 

Residents of...

Jun 16, 2023

Wellsville, NY – Gladys Dorothy Potter, 90, of 152 Pine Street, died on Friday, June 16, 2023 , at the Hart Comfort House , where she received wonderful care. She was born June 29, 1932 , in Genesee, PA the daughter of the late Clifford and Bessie ( Benway ) Morris. As an infant, her family moved to Wellsville, where...

Jun 15, 2023

 

Carol Ann SELVICK, 85, of Galeton, PA, formerly of Elkland, PA and Highland, CA, died Thursday, June 15, 2023 in her son’s home.  Cremation was in Pennsylvania.  Interment will be in California.  Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Jun 13, 2023

Walworth, NY – Dale O. Cline, 81, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. He was born on July 7, 1941, in Wellsville NY, the son of the late Oristus and Florence (Munger) Cline. On December 12, 1987, in Penfield NY, he married the love of his life, Carol Anne Kervin , also from Wellsville, who predeceased him on...

Jun 11, 2023

Wellsville, NY – The friends of Alan Hanchett are invited to a memorial service on Saturday, July 15, 2023, at 11:00 am in the Wellsville Bible Church, 2908 Andover Road in Wellsville.

Alan passed away on June 11, 2023, to read the complete obituary, or to leave online condolences, please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.

Jun 11, 2023

Wellsville, NY – Alan James Hanchett, 90, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at Jones Memorial Hospital. He was born on May 8, 1933, at home on Hanover Street, the son of the late Clarence G. and Rhea (Marsh) Hanchett. On November 13, 1953, he married Doris R. Wheat, who predeceased him on February 15, 2007. Al was a...

Jun 9, 2023

  Edward John MURPHY, 64, of Coudersport, PA, died Friday, June 9, 2023 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.  

 

Born August 8, 1958, in Bristol, he was the son of Joseph M. and Lorna M. Holland Murphy, Sr.  He was employed by a blacktop company in Bensalem, a safe moving company in New Jersey, and most recently as a custodian by...

Jun 9, 2023

Whitesville, NY – Richard “Dick” O. Elias Sr, 86, of Main Street, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023 , at Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville. He was born on May 6, 1937, in Wellsville, the son of the late Oscar and Pearl (Ruby) Elias. On November 2, 1957 , in Whitesville he married Carolyn Ann Scoville, who predeceased him...

Jun 7, 2023

Wellsville, NY – Lois Louise Decker, 90, previously of Riverview Heights, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 , at Wellsville Manor, after a long battle with dementia. She was born December 13, 1932 , in Hornell, the daughter of the late Lynford and Helen (Bardeen) Gary. On March 10, 1956 , in Hornell, she married Robert Henry Decker who...

Jun 6, 2023

Honey R. DUNN reached her heavenly destination on June 6, 2023, in Greenville, NC.  Her family was beside her throughout her journey, holding her hands with heavy hearts but comforted knowing she would be with the Lord and reunited with family and friends who went before her.

 

Honey is survived by her husband, John.  They were married for...

Jun 5, 2023

  James H. McPHERSON, 84, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Asbury and Flemington, NJ, died Monday, June 5, 2023 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.  

 

Born December 3, 1938, in Sunnyside, NJ, he was the son of Hervey and Dorothy Arnenson McPherson.  He was married to Bessie Thompson McPherson, who predeceased him on May 24, 2023.  A U.S. Army Veteran, he served honorably...

Jun 3, 2023

  Diana Joan FISHER, 75, of Wellsville, NY, died Saturday, June 3, 2023 in her home.  

 

Born November 20, 1947, in Olean, she was the daughter of Albert L. and Stella T. Zapel Burdick.  Diana was an artist and enjoyed cooking and baking for her family. 

 

Surviving are:  three sons, Todd (Sherry) Fisher of Wellsville, James (Tara) Fisher of...

Jun 3, 2023

  Nancy L. BARNETT, 80, of Hallsport, NY, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, June 3, 2023 in Wellsville Manor Care Center. 

 

Born August 2, 1942, in Ellisburg, PA, she was the daughter of Chester G. and Ethel Sarah Sherwood McCaslin.  On November 19, 1966, in Wellsville, she married Byrle Roger Barnett, who predeceased her on August...

Jun 3, 2023

Alma, NY – Marilyn P. Arnold, 78, of 261 Pump Station Road passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at the Wellsville Manor Care Center. She was born March 8, 1945, in Wellsville, the daughter of the late Victor B. and Martha H. (Miller) Perkins. On September 19, 1964, in Wellsville she married Gary T. Arnold who predeceased her on...

Jun 2, 2023

Courtney Marie CLARK, 33, of Shinglehouse, PA, died Friday, June 2, 2023 as a result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. 

Friends may call at OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY on Saturday, June 10, 2023 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 3:00 – 5:00 PM.  A prayer service will be...

May 30, 2023

Ruth E. CLOSE, 81, of Wellsville, NY, died Tuesday, May 30, 2023 in Hart Comfort House of Allegany County, Wellsville after a long illness.  

 

Born October 13, 1941, in Seven Bridges, Coudersport, PA, she was the daughter of Donald Robert and Pruella Edith Toombs Dunn.  On May 19, 1962, in Whitesville, she married Elwin James “Jim” Close, who predeceased...

May 30, 2023

Philip A. Reese

ROULETTE- Philip A. Reese, 78, of Main St., passed away Tuesday (May 30, 2023) in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.

Born May 22, 1945, in Olean, NY, he was a son of Ferman and Aurelia Nicklaus Reese. On Oct. 14, 1993, in Coudersport, he married Nancy L. Tucker, who survives.

Philip was...