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Robert E. Butcher, 78, formerly of RD 2 Millerton, PA, October 24, 2002 at Troy Community Hospital.  He was born October 11, 1924 in Wells Township, Bradford County, the son of Harry Sr. & Ruby Smith Butcher.  Bob was a retired farmer.  He is survived by sons & daughters-in-law, Larry & Jane Butcher of Millerton, PA, Eddie & Margaret Martin of Elmira, NY, daughters & sons-in-law, Deborah Issacs & J.R. Ostrander of Canton, PA, Michele & William Bolt of Millerton, PA, Wendy & Jerry Hurd of Tioga, PA, Carla & Ted Bogaczyk of Tioga, PA, 3 brothers, Harry Jr. of Granville Summit, PA, Harold of Stony Fork, PA, William in FL, sisters, Hazel Toothaker, Lily Esias, Ruby Tanner, Carol Morrison, & Blanche Gregory, all in FL, & Phyllis Houser of Spring Mills, PA.  Bob was predeceased by his wife, Doris, in 1996, a brother, Raymond, & a sister, Mary Rusin.  Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Monday 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.  Funeral services will follow there Monday at 1:00 PM with Rev. Howard Woodruff officiating.  Burial in Jobs Corners Cemetery.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Bob’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com ”OBITUARIES”

Gordon Edgar Burdick Sr., 90, of Lindley, NY, December 15, 2002 at Corning Hospital.  He was born July 12, 1912 in Corning, NY, the son of William & Rosa Burton Burdick.  Gordon was a retiree of Ingersoll Rand, Painted Post, & a member of the Christian Life Church of Corning.  Gordon is survived by his wife of 68 years, the former, Frances Newell, 3 sons & daughters-in-law, Gordon Jr. & Carol of Campbell, NY, Ronald & Audrey, Roderick & Deb, all of Lindley, NY, 5 daughters & sons-in-law, Ruby & Bob Drew of Corning, NY, Sylvia & Dick Padgett of Lawrenceville, PA, Delphine & Joe Mach, Dolores Pardoe, Anna & Larry VanBuskirk, all of Lindley, NY, a brother Robert of Lindley, NY, 18 grandchildren, many great grandchildren, & great great grandchildren.  He was predeceased by a granddaughter, Sandy Padgett Fuller.  Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Wednesday 11 AM – 1 PM.  Funeral services will follow there Wednesday at 1:00 PM with Rev. John Bagg, his pastor officiating.  Burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Tioga, PA.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Gordon’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com ”OBITUARIES”

Dr. Margaretta M. Bone, 93, formerly of Mansfield, PA, January 5, 2003 at Broad Acres Nursing Home, Wellsboro, PA.  She was born December 21, 1909 in Forty-Fort, PA, the daughter of Harry & Margaret Yeager Bone.  Margaretta was a 1926 graduate of Towanda High School.  She earned a B.S. Degree from Bloomsburg University, a Masters degree from Penn State University & a Doctorate from New York University.  She attended special summer sessions at Vassar College to study types of Nursery Schools and at Sarah Lawrence College to study trends in liberal arts.  Margaretta began teaching in the Forty-Fort Public School.  She then became principal at the College Heights Elementary School, State College, PA, and was also a Demonstration and Critic teacher at Penn State University.  At Mansfield she has been a supervisor of first grade and kindergarten and an instructor in education.  In 1952 she was among the first to be made a full Professor.  Her special fields were Professional Education, Language Arts, and Child Psychology.  She served on the committee which initiated the Graduate Program leading to Masters degrees at Mansfield College.  Shortly, all of her work was in graduate studies.  She retired in 1970 after serving 27 years at Mansfield, for a total of 39 years in teaching.  Margaretta was a member of St. James Episcopal Church, Mansfield. At various times she was active in numerous social & professional societies.  Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Wednesday 12-2 PM.  Funeral services will be held there Thursday at 11:00 AM with Rev. Rudolph vanderHiel officiating.  Burial in Forty-Fort Cemetery.  Flowers will be provided.  Expressions of sympathy may be sent to Margaretta’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com ”OBITUARIES”

Sarah R. Brennan, 93, of RD 1 Lawrenceville, PA, March 14, 2003, at Carleton Senior Care, Wellsboro, PA.  She was born September 27, 1909 in Lawrenceville, PA, the daughter of Eli & Angie Prutsman Roberts.  Sarah is survived by 2 sons & daughters-in-law, Philip & Rosemary Brennan of Mansfield, PA, Robert Jr. & Gloria Brennan of Lawrenceville, PA, 4 daughters & sons-in-law, Patricia & Jack Brackley of Lawrenceville, PA, Roberta (Bert) & Donald Stratton of Elkland, PA, Janice & Verle Sterling of Roseville, PA, Clarice & Stuart Allen of Staunton, VA, a sister-in-law, Harriet LaVancher of Holliday, FL, 18 grandchildren, & 39 great grandchildren.  She was predeceased by her husband of 66 years, Robert, in 1994, & a daughter & son-in-law, Almeria & Robert Kriger.  Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Monday 2-4 & 6-8 PM.  Funeral services will be held there Tuesday at 1:00 PM with Rev. Thomas D. Thomas officiating.  Burial in Powers Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA.  Pallbearers are Philip Jr. & Patrick Brennan, William & Keith Preston, Donald Myers, Matthew Sterling, & Stuart Allen Jr.  Family will provide the flowers.  Memorial contributions in Mrs. Brennan’s memory may be made to Carleton Senior Care 10 West Ave. Wellsboro, PA 16901.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Sarah’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Pauline Schanbacher Bradshaw, 78, of Mansfield, PA, passed away peacefully at home on November 25, 2003.  She was born May 16, 1925 in Blossburg, PA, the daughter of Orville & Martha Rauscher Schanbacher.  Pauline was a retired Case Work supervisor for Tioga County Children’s Services.  She was a graduate of Mansfield State Teachers College and a former member of the Mansfield University Alumni Board.  Pauline was an active member of St. James Episcopal Church, the Mansfield Lions Club, the Garden Club, & the Glen Region Sports Car Club of America.  Pauline is survived by her husband of 57 years, William, two daughters & a son-in-law, Bobby Jo & Ronald Milton of Naples, NY, Patti Lynn Bradshaw of New York City, a son & daughter-in-law, Randy & Yvonne Bradshaw of Hazleton, PA, a brother & sister-in-law, Gerald & Ferne Schanbacher of Mansfield, PA, 2 sisters, Joyce Gilbert of Hamden, CT, Genevieve Stone of Micanopy, FL, 2 sisters-in-law, Anna Schanbacher of VanEtten, NY, Tweet Schanbacher of Mansfield, PA, 4 grandchildren, Forrest (Susan) Milton of Holcomb, NY, Nicole, Jonathan, & Samantha Bradshaw of Hazleton, PA, & 2 great grandchildren, Tessa, & Bethany Milton of Holcomb, NY .  There will be no prior calling hours.  A memorial service will be conducted by Rev. Canon Rudolph vanderHiel, Saturday, November 28 at 11:00 AM at St. James Episcopal Church, Mansfield.  Family will provide the flowers.  Memorial contributions in Pauline’s memory may be made to the St. James Episcopal Church Memorial Fund PO Box 57 Mansfield, PA 16933 or the Mansfield Ambulance Association 381 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA 16933.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Pauline’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Mildred E. Bolt, 56, of Mainesburg, PA, died August 11, 2004 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA.  She was born July 6, 1948 in Wellsboro, PA, the daughter of Albert Leigh Froman & Evelyn Grace Foale Gaylord.  Mildred is survived by a son & daughter-in-law, Frederick Jr. & Amy Bolt of Mansfield, PA, 2 daughters & a son-in-law, Sandra Lehman of Mansfield, PA, Cheri & Jason Thorpe of Roseville, PA, 2 brothers & sisters-in-law, Albert & Patty Gaylord of Mainesburg, PA, Robert & Kate Gaylord of Mansfield, PA, 8 grandchildren, Erik, Trevor & Felicia Bolt, Michael & Tasha Cummings, Sierra Townsend, & Jenna & Kyle Thorpe, along with many nieces, nephews, great nieces, & great nephews.  Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Saturday 11 AM - 1 PM.  Funeral services will follow at the funeral home Saturday at 1:00 PM with Rev. Howard Woodruff officiating.  Burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Tioga, PA.  Memorial contributions may be directed to Frederick Bolt Jr. 3035 E. Roosevelt Highway Mansfield, PA 16933.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Mildred’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Robert H. Burdick, 76, of Lindley, NY, died September 14, 2004 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA.  He was born September 13, 1928 in Lindley, NY, the son of William & Rosa Burton Burdick.  Mr. Burdick was a retiree of Ingersoll-Rand, Painted Post, NY.  He is survived by his wife, the former, Esther Newell, 5 sons, Robert & James, both of Corning, NY, David & Larry both of Lawrenceville, PA, Gary of Atlanta, GA, 6 grandchildren & 2 great grandchildren.  Bob was predeceased by 7 brothers and one sister.  Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Friday 11 AM - 1 PM.  Funeral services will follow there Friday at 1:00 PM with Rev. Daniel Barner officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Tioga, PA.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Bob’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Robert Stephen Baker, 78, of Mansfield, PA, died September 30, 2004 at home.  He was  born April 17, 1926 in Asaph, PA, the son of Hugh & Blanche Mosso Baker.  Bob was a retired bricklayer and a WWII Navy Veteran.  He was a lifetime member of the International Union of Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers, a member of Canoe Camp Post 6757 VFW, & the Morris Run American Legion.  Bob is survived by 3 sons, Jeffrey of Mansfield, PA, Robert of Muncy, PA, David of Lyons, NY, a daughter, Bonnie Baker of Allentown, PA, a brother, Gary Baker of Asaph, PA, 2 sisters, Ruth Northrop, also of Asaph, Barbara Ann Peterson of Wellsboro, PA, 7 grandchildren, & one great granddaughter.  He was predeceased by his wife, Vivian, September 14, 2000.  Private funeral services will be held at the family’s convenience.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Bob’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Bethmein W. Bixby, 88, formerly of Mansfield, PA, died November 4, 2004 at Bethesda Health Care Center,     Fayetteville, NC.  She was born March 5, 1916 in Erie, PA, the daughter of Harry & Maude Howard Weidner. Mrs. Bixby is survived by a son, Robert “Bud” Bixby Jr. of Fayetteville, NC, 2 daughters, Sandra Smith of Concord, NC, Betty Jean Washer of Wellsville, NY, 10 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, & several step grandchildren.  She was predeceased by her husband, Robert in 1986.  Friends are invited to attend a graveside service at Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA, on Monday November 8, 2004  at 11:00 AM with Rev. Richard Berg officiating.  Sympath”e” cards  may be sent to Mrs. Bixby’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Donald R. Bolt Sr., 65, of Jobs Corners, PA, died November 17, 2004 at home.  He was born September 9, 1939 in Sayre, PA, the son of Harold & Elouise Smith Bolt.  Donald is survived by his wife of 40 years, the former, Amanda Grover, 3 sons & daughters-in-law, Donald Jr. & Crystal of Millerton, PA, Ronald & Renee of Gillett, PA, Robert & Tracy stationed in Korea with the US Air Force, 3 brothers, Jack of Mainesburg, PA, Jessie of Lawrenceville, PA, Fred of Mansfield, PA, & 10 grandchildren.  He was predeceased by a brother, David.  Donald was a retiree of Sysco, Horseheads, NY, & the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.  He was a member of the Tioga County Early Days.  Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Sunday 2-4 PM.  Funeral services will follow there Sunday at 4:00 PM with Rev. Kenneth Marple officiating.  Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA.  Family will provide the flowers.  Memorial Contributions in Donald’s memory may be directed to Amanda Bolt RR 2 Box 180B Millerton, PA 16936.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Donald’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Eugene R. Bartholomew, 62, of Elmira, NY, died Wednesday, April 13, 2005, at St. Joseph‘s Hospital.  He was born February 28, 1943 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of Roy & Elma Boyden Bartholomew.  Eugene was a veteran of the Vietnam war serving with the U. S. Air Force as  a jet mechanic.  He is survived by four brothers & sisters-in-law, Dean & Joan of Addison, NY, Jay & Patricia of Millerton, PA, Richard & Sharrie of Madison, VA, Joseph & Ellen of Mansfield, PA, three sisters & brothers-in-law, Doris & Kenneth Butler of Lindale, TX, Anna & Tony Galloro of Elkland, PA, Mary Ellen & Gene Butler of Tioga, PA, many nieces, nephews, & cousins.  Friends may call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Saturday, 10-11 AM.  Funeral services will follow there Saturday at 11:00 AM with Rev. L.D. Maxson officiating.  Burial in Prospect Cemetery, Mansfield, PA

Esther V. Burdick, 79, formerly of Lindley, NY, died November 27, 2005 at Corning Hospital.  She was born October 9, 1926 in Corning, NY,  the daughter of Delbert & Gertrude Rice Newell.  Esther attended Central Assembly of God in Big Flats, NY.    She is survived by 6 sons, Robert Burdick of Beaver Dams, NY, James Burdick of Corning, NY, David Burdick of Lawrenceville, PA, Larry Burdick of Lindley, NY, Gary Burdick of Atlanta, Ga, Edward Youngs of Bath, NY, a daughter, Cathy Quick of Woodhull, NY, 2 sisters, Dorothy Colegrove of Elmira, NY, Frances Burdick of Lindley, NY, 11 grandchildren, & 6 great grandchildren.  She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Burdick, September 14, 2004.  Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Wednesday 11 AM - 1 PM.  Funeral services will follow there Wednesday at 1:00 PM with Rev. Pete Miller officiating.  Burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Tioga, PA.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Esther’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Esther J. Brace, 80, of Mainesburg, PA, died May 6, 2006 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. She was born April 4, 1926 in Sullivan Township, the daughter of Jesse & Paulena Smith Baity. Esther was a member of the former Elk Run United Methodist Church and attended the Roseville United Methodist Church. She is survived by 3 sons & 2 daughters-in-law, Clifford of Mainesburg, PA, Kenneth & Debbie of Mainesburg, PA, Darwin & Susan of Knoxville, PA, a daughter & son-in-law, Martha & Jim Radin of Lockwood, NY, a step daughter & son-in-law, Phyllis & John Estep of Mansfield, PA, & 5 grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Gordon in 2002 & a brother, Paul Baity. Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Tuesday 11 AM - noon. Funeral services will follow there Tuesday at noon with Rev. David Dressler officiating. Burial in Smith Cemetery, Mainesburg, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Esther’s memory may be made to the United Methodist Church of Roseville 4118 Rt. 549 Mansfield, PA 16933. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Esther’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Howard B. Baker, 83, of Roseville, PA, died May 13, 2006 at the Green Home Inc. Wellsboro, PA. He was born February 18, 1923, in Spencer, NY, the son of James & Mabel Blanchard Baker. Howard was a retired dairy farmer and a WWII Army veteran. He enjoyed many sports, particularly bowling and baseball; having coached many softball and baseball teams through the years. Howard attended the Roseville United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, the former, Pauline Seeley, a daughter & son-in-law, Carolyn & Albert Asbury of Roseville, PA, a sister, Alice Lawrence of VanEtten, NY, a grandson, James Asbury of Roseville, PA, a granddaughter, Adrienne Jones of Knoxville, TN, 2 great grandchildren, Liberty Asbury & Daniel Howard Jones. Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Monday noon- 1 PM. Funeral services will follow there Monday at 1:00 PM with Rev. Richard Noggle officiating. Burial in Roseville Cemetery. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Howard’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Charles D. Burtch, 77, of Tioga, PA, died January 25, 2007 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. He was born August 3, 1929 in Tioga, PA, the son of Clive & Doris Saxton Burtch. Charlie retired from teaching at Cowanesque Valley High School, and was a veteran of the US Coast Guard . He is survived by 3 daughters and 2 sons-in-law, Roxanne & Lee Bender of Waymart, PA, Rebecca & Thomas Briggs of Wellsboro, PA, Toni Burtch of Wellsboro, PA, 6 grandchildren, Gwyn & Ryan Bowers, Rebecca Welsh, Lauren O’Neill, Cameron Hubbard, Dustin Smith. He was predeceased by his first wife, the former Waneta Cummings, a daughter, Claudia Bowers, and a grandson, Corey Abbott. Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Monday 11 AM - 1 PM. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Tioga, PA. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Charlie’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES"

Jonathan A. Burt, 23, of DeBeque, CO, formerly of Mansfield, PA, died March 3, 2007 in DeBeque, the result of an automobile accident. He was born November 6, 1983, in Wellsboro, PA, the son of Allen Burt & Cynthia Waltz. Jonathan was employed as a hunting guide at Kessler Canyon Collections. He loved hunting and fishing and was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers. In addition to his father & mother, both of Mansfield, PA, Jonathan is survived by his brother, Joshua of DeBeque, CO, his paternal grandmother, Janet Burt of Mansfield, PA, his maternal grandparents, Warren & Bernadine Waltz of Mansfield, PA, & several aunts, uncles, & cousins. He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Jack Burt in 1995. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Thursday 5-8 PM. Funeral services will be held there Friday at 10:00 AM with Rev. Albert Leonard officiating. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Jonathan’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES"

Thomas W. Bruce, 70, of Tioga, PA, passed away March 25, 2007 at the Green Home, Wellsboro, PA. He was born January 5, 1937 in Tioga, PA, the son of William & Carrie Benson Bruce. Tom was the retired co-owner of DTB Dairy and he attended the East Lawrence Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, the former, Marie Hughes Fleming, a son & daughter-in-law, Michael & Ruth Fleming of Millerton, PA, a daughter, Sally Gee of Lawrenceville, PA, a brother & sister-in-law, Stanley & Jewel Bruce of Tioga, PA, a sister, Linda Cicero, of South Ozone, NY, 5 grandchildren, Susette (Douglas) Besley of Lawrenceville, PA, Roger (Virginia) Gee of Lawrenceville, PA, Eugene (Rebecca) Fleming of Millerton, PA, Mark (Janet) Plumley of Addison, NY, Dennis Plumley of Tioga, PA, 10 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, & cousins. In addition to his parents, Tom was predeceased by a nephew. Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Monday 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held at the East Lawrence Baptist Church, Tuesday at 11:00 AM with Rev. Victor Perry officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Tioga, PA. Family will provide the flowers. Memorial contributions in Tom’s memory may be made to the Guthrie Hospice RR 1 Box 154 Towanda, PA 18848 or Laurel Home Health/Hospice 24 Walnut St. Wellsboro, PA 16901. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Tom’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES"

Gregory A. Blackwell, 33, of Tioga, PA, died June 4, 2007, the result of a vehicle accident in Waverly, NY. He was born June 26, 1973 in Wellsboro, PA, the son of William & Margaret Confer Blackwell. Greg was employed by E.C. Miller Trucking, Blossburg, PA, and was a U. S. Army Veteran. Surviving in addition to his parents, both of Wellsboro, PA, are his wife, Vicki, and 3 sons, Nicholas, Cody, & Andy, all at home, his paternal grandparents, Robert & Dorothy Blackwell of Wellsboro, PA, 3 brothers, Matt of Tioga, PA, Jamie of Mt. Joy, PA, Brian of Wellsboro, PA, a sister, Carol Beahr of Hamburg, PA, and several nieces & nephews. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Friday 10-11 AM. Funeral services will follow there Friday at 11:00 am. Family will provide the flowers. Memorial contributions in Greg’s memory may be made to Ronald McDonald House Charities 1 Kroc Drive Oak Brook, IL 60523. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Greg’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES"

G. Sterling Brace, 86, formerly of Welsh Settlement, passed away June 26, 2007 at the home of his daughter. Sterling was born October 29, 1920 in Mansfield, PA. He is the last of 12 children of Harry G. & Lucy Tanner Brace. He was a retired farmer and a member of the Cherry Flats Baptist Church. Sterling is survived by a son, Michael of Newfield, NY, a daughter, Barbara Powlison of Mansfield, PA, 5 grandchildren & numerous great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, the former, Jean Moran in 1971, & his second wife, the former, Nellie Moyer in 2003. Funeral services will be held at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA on Friday at 11:00 AM with Rev. Kevin Brophy officiating. Burial in Welsh Settlement Cemetery, Wellsboro, PA. Family will provide the flowers. Memorial donations in Sterling’s memory may be made to the Guthrie Hospice RR 1 Box 154 Towanda, PA 18848 or the Alzheimers Association 225 N. Michigan Ave Floor 17 Chicago, IL 60601. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Sterling’s family at  www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES"

Kenneth L. Button, 75, of Tioga, PA, passed away July 4, 2007 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. He was born September 29, 1931 in Middlebury, PA, the son of Forrest & Bernice Whitney Button. Ken was a retiree of Corning Glass Works, and a member of the Elkland Free Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, the former, Betty Clark, 2 daughters, Cheryl Cary of Tioga, PA, Melissa Wood of Corning, NY, 3 sons, Greg Button of Lawrenceville, PA, Chris Cary of Scranton, PA, Toby Cary of Watkins Glen, NY, 2 sisters, Ruthadell Coverrt of Wellsboro, PA, Alcena Shelman of Mansfield, PA, 2 brothers, Eugene Button of Tioga, PA, Richard Button of Corning, NY, 16 grandchildren, & 3 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by brothers, Lester & Lyle Button. Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Monday noon- 2 PM. Funeral services will follow there Monday at 2:00 PM with Rev. Linton Perry, his pastor, officiating. Burial in Farmington Hill Cemetery, Tioga, PA. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Ken’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES"

Stephen Thomas Baker, 86, of Covington, PA formerly of Roseville, PA, passed away July 19, 2007 at home. He was born August 11, 1920 in Johnson City, NY, the son of Isaac & Mary Elizabeth Hoffart Baker. Steve was a retiree of Firestone Tire and a WWII Navy Veteran, where he fought in the South Pacific campaign. He was a Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) member during the Great Depression where he helped build roads in Arizona. An avid fisherman, hunter, and gardener, he had a tremendous appreciation for the great outdoors. His hidden talent with acrylic paints are portrayed in his many beautiful paintings. Steve was a loving man who was of soft spoken nature and kind heart. He leaves behind his loving wife and best friend, the former, Nina Mae Fleming, with whom he built a life these past 53 years, 8 children, Dorene Ackley of Covington, PA, Teresa (Hank) Kuznar of Brownsville, PA, Bonnie (Peter) Healy of Mansfield, PA, Mary (Stacy) Bechtel of Covington, PA, Gary (Ruby) Baker of Roseville, PA, Linda (Keith) Clark of Columbia Cross Roads, PA, Kenneth (Nancy) Baker of Maine, NY, Patricia (Ed) Clark of Westfield, Pa, sister, Mary Rita Connor of Ocala, FL, 3 brothers, William Drake of Corning, NY, James (Pat) Drake of Myrtle Beach, SC, Richard Drake of Rochester, NY, 16 grandchildren, & 3 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother Leo Drake, sister, Elizabeth “Betty” Haner, a son Thomas Baker and a grandson, Michael Clark. Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Monday 10-11 AM. Funeral services will follow there at 11:00 AM with Rev. Richard Berg officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Steve’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com. Sincere Thanks and appreciation to his grandson, Stephen Wilcox, and others who assisted with long term care over the past few years. He was at peace and comforted during his passing and he is now at home with the Lord.

Burnice Edna Bovier, 100, of Mansfield, PA passed away May 20, 2008 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY. She was born December 27, 1907 in DuBois, PA, the daughter of William & Lorena Munholland Dixon. Burnice was a retiree of the former Mansfield State College, and she attended State Road Baptist Church, Mainesburg, PA. She is survived by a daughter, Carolyn Bovier of Mansfield, PA, a son & daughter-in-law, James & Patricia Bovier of St. Charles, MO, a step daughter, Beverly Bovier in AZ, a former daughter-in-law, Mary Ann Bovier of St. Charles, MO, 10 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren, 2 half sisters, Eve Elder of Apollo, PA, Elizabeth Decker of Kittaning, PA, a half brother, Glenn Dixon of Apollo, PA, & several nieces & nephews. Burnice was predeceased by her husband, Paul in 1982, 4 brothers, 4 half brothers, 1 half sister, and 1 step sister. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Friday 10 AM - noon. Funeral services will follow there Friday at noon with Rev. Richard Berg officiating. Burial in Bradford County Memorial Park, Towanda, PA. Family will provide the flowers. Memorial contributions in Burnice’s memory may be made to the Mansfield Firemen’s Ambulance Assoc. 381 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA 16933. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Burnice’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com. "OBITUARIES"

Elizabeth S. Bluhm 87, of Mansfield, PA, died August 22, 2008 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. She was born July 3, 1921 in Renovo, PA, the daughter of Allen and Rose Batdorf Stuart. Elizabeth was a retired school teacher in both Mansfield and Mainesburg, PA. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Mansfield, Twilight Chapter 475 OES, DAR, and Laurel Doll Club of PA. Elizabeth is survived by a son, George Jr. of Mansfield; and a sister, Anna Fila of Albany, NY. She was predeceased by her husband, George in 1998. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA, Tuesday, 6-8 p.m. OES services will be held at 7:45. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home, Wednesday at 12:00 p.m. with Rev. David Marcello officiating. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. Sympath"e" cards may be sent to Elizabeth's family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES"

Nina Mae Baker, after a long fought battle with terminal cancer, passed away at her home surrounded by her loved ones, December 12, 2008. She was born October 9, 1933 in Towanda, PA. Nina was predeceased by her loving husband Stephen Baker with whom she shared close to 50 years of marriage. Those who touched her life were dearly remembered by a continuous stream of all occasion and holiday cards. She cherished her loving children, grandchildren, family and friends. Daughters; Dorene Ackley, Teresa (Henry) Kuznar, Bonnie (Peter) Healy, Mary (Stacy) Bechtel; grandchildren; Stephen Wilcox, Henry, Roxanne and Kevin Kuznar, Sean and Tara Healy, and Gunner Bechtel. Thank You to all the doctors, nurses, care givers and agencies that helped to keep mom at home for the duration of her illness. A special thank you is given to her PCA and friend Kathy Tice. Nina will be remembered for her love of crossword puzzles, solitaire and her frequent twenty-five cent bet on the game. A person of willful character, endearing faith and a caring soul, she will be missed dearly. Private services will be held at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA.

Russell P. Burt, 76, of Mansfield, PA, died Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. He was born January 27, 1932, in Franklinville, NY, the son of Plynn & Marie Pfitzenmaier Burt. Russell was a retired dairy farmer. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, the former, Helen Tomlinson, a daughter, Margie Hendrickson of St. Petersburg, FL, a son, Bob of Townsend, GA, a sister, June Abreu of Mansfield, PA, 2 sisters-in-law, Janet Burt & Ann Aumick, both of Mansfield, PA, and several nieces & nephews. In addition to his parents, Russell was predeceased by 2 brothers, Robert & Jack, and a sister, Betty Andrews.

When I come to the end of the road and the sun has set for me, please don’t sit in a gloom filled room. Why cry for a soul set free. Miss me a little but not too long and not with your head bowed low. Remember the love that we always shared. Miss me but let me go. For this is a journey we all must go alone. It’s all a part of the Master’s plan. A step on the road to home. When you are lonely and sad of heart go to family and friends we know, bury your sorrows by serving the Lord, miss me - but let me go.

In keeping with Russell’s wishes there will be no funeral services. A service of Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA.

Jeffrey M. Baker, 54, of Mansfield, PA, passed away May 15, 2009 at home. He was born November 29, 1954, in Elmira, NY, the son of Robert & Vivian Hartsock Baker. Jeffrey was employed by Versatech, and was a U.S. Navy veteran. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Linda Harvey, a daughter, Kaylee, and a son, Nolan, both at home, 2 brothers, Robert of Muncy, PA, David of Lyons, NY, a sister, Bonnie of Trucksville, PA, 2 aunts, an uncle, and several nieces and nephews. In keeping with Jeffrey’s wishes, there will be no funeral services. Burial will be in Ansonia Cemetery. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to his family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES"

Catherine A. Berlin, 49, of Bath, NY, passed away November 17, 2009, at her parents, Tioga, PA home. She was born June 1, 1960 in Corning, NY, the daughter of Robert & Ruth Johns Manning. Catherine was a hairdresser at Magic Hair Styling, Bath. Surviving in addition to her parents of Tioga, are her husband, Daniel of Painted Post, NY, her sister, Susan Edelkamp of Tampa, FL, and a special friend, Charles LaBrake of Canandaigua, NY. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Friday 6-7 PM. Funeral services will follow there Friday at 7:00 PM . Burial in Hope Cemetery, Corning, NY. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Catherine’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES"

Mary Zula Godbey Bailey, 94, of Mansfield, PA, passed away January 23, 2010, at the Green Home Inc., Wellsboro, PA. She was born November 30, 1915 in Bristol, TN, the daughter of Steuben & Zula Eads Godbey. Mary was a graduate of the University of Kentucky. She taught Jr. High School Art in Louisville, KY. She was co-Owner of the Mansfield Advertiser for 25 years, a member of the First United Methodist Church of Mansfield, and active in many community groups. Mary is survived by her husband of 69 years, Chester P. Bailey, a daughter & son-in-law, Barbara & Robert McConnell, & a son & daughter-in-law, Paul & Debra Bailey, all of Mansfield, PA, grandsons, Nathan Bailey of Wilkes Barre, PA, Michael Folcarelli of Mansfield, PA, granddaughters, Rev. Teressa (Doug) Sivers of Oneonta, NY, Jennifer (Samir) Nawri, & Angela(Jeremy) Kennedy all of Mansfield, PA, 8 great grandchildren, & several nieces & nephews. A memorial service will be held for Mary at the First United Methodist Church of Mansfield, Wednesday at 11:00 AM with Rev. Joy Hulslander officiating. A service of Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA.

Elwin Gordon Button, 85, of Mansfield, PA, passed away July 13, 2010 at Carleton Nursing Home, Wellsboro, PA. He was born April 15, 1925 in Tioga, PA, the son of Lafayette & Pheobe Hughes Button. Elwin retired from the former Bendix, then Facet in Elmira, NY. He was a member of St Andrews Episcopal Church, Tioga, the United Auto Workers of America, & BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Elwin is survived by his wife of 61 years, the former, Arleen Marie Kreger, 4 sons & daughters-in-law, Elwin “Skip” Button of Marathon, FL, Joseph & Susan Button of Raleigh, NC, James & Debra Button of Apple Valley, CA, Mark & Gina Button of Harrisburg, PA, 4 daughters & sons-in-law, Patricia & Jack Strange of Mainesburg, PA, Wilda & Randy Ottaviani of East Smithfield, PA, Susan & Fred Edwards of Morrisdale, PA, Arleen Miller & Pete Palacios of Camp Hill, PA, a sister, Sylvia Cranes of Campbell, NY, 2 brothers & sisters-in-law, Charles & Carol Button of Tioga, PA, Oliver & Virginia Button of Millerton, PA, 15 grandchildren, & 4 great grandchildren. Elwin was predeceased by 2 infant sons, Myron & Patric, & 2 sisters, Norma Webster & Eleanor Wodarski. Friends are invited to a memorial service to be held 2:00 PM, Saturday July 17, 2010 at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Tioga, with Rev. Joseph McNamara officiating. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Elwin’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES"

Howard Fredrick Booth, 91, of Flagstaff, AZ, formerly of Blossburg and Lawrenceville, PA, passed away July 27, 2011. He was born December 24, 1919 in Elmira, NY, the son of Thomas & Mary Auld Booth. Howard moved to PA at an early age, attended Arnot Schools, graduated from North Penn High School, and owned and operated Booth’s Department Store in Blossburg for 27 years. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII. Howard was a member of the Blossburg United Methodist Church where he served as Treasurer for 18 years, member of the Blossburg Men’s Century Club where he served several years as President, Trustee of Arbon Cemetery serving as Treasurer for 20 years, member of Ivy Masonic Lodge # 397, Elmira, NY, charter member of the Blossburg Kiwanis Club serving a year as President, member of the Blossburg Odd Fellows Lodge, served on the board of Broad Acres Nursing Home, member of the Tioga Lion’s Club serving eight years as Treasurer, served as chairman of the Tioga Food Pantry, & member of Calvary United Methodist Church in Lawrenceville, PA. Howard is survived by his daughter, Sharon Griffin of Flagstaff, AZ, two granddaughters, Melanie Hilfiger Bonanno & Lisa Copp Wooge both of Las Vegas, NV, a grandson, John Mason of Ash Fork, AZ, three great grandchildren, Felicia Bonanno, Jace & Jolee Mason. He was predeceased by his wife Bertha “Bunnie” Booth in 1998. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St, Mansfield, PA, Tuesday August 16, 2011 from 12-1 PM. Funeral services will follow there at 1:00 PM with Rev. Allen Hulslander officiating. Burial in Arbon Cemetery, Blossburg, PA.

Francis L. Blanchard, 91, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away August 24, 2011 at the Green Home, Wellsboro. He was born July 8, 1920, the son of Oliver & Anna Learn Blanchard at the Farmington township farm, settled by the Blanchards in 1850. He attended Elkhorn School & Tioga High School. He served in the Army in the European Theater in WWII and later graduated from Penn State with an Agriculture degree. Francis operated a poultry farm, and worked for the Dept. of Agriculture for 10 years. He was a Farm Loan Appraiser for Equitable Life, Farm Loan Dept. for 16 years. He was a longtime member of Old Stone Methodist Church, Meadville. PA. Francis s survived by his wife, the former, Marie Adriance, of Wellsboro, and a son, Mark, of Pendleton, OR. He is predeceased by his first wife of 45 years, Margaret Reynolds Blanchard. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at 7:00 PM at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, with Rev. Victor Perry officiating. Burial in Farmington Hill Cemetery.

Maria Boicesco, 81, formerly of Mansfield, PA, passed away October 16, 2011. She was born April 25, 1930 in Banila Romania, the daughter of Leon & Eugenia Wojicki Nydyke. Maria was an avid cook, and a wonderful mother, grandmother, & great grandmother to her family. She is survived by 2 sons, Iggie Boicesco of Warminster, PA, Munch Boicesco of Mansfield, PA, 2 daughters & sons-in-law, Kathy & Les Horner of Palm Harbor, FL, Jeanie & Bobby Seeley of Mansfield, PA, 7 grandchildren, Joseph, Jeffrey, James, & Jason Gottwald, Edward White, Christopher Seeley, Amanda Boicesco, 9 great grandchildren, Joseph, Brooke, Michael, Jamison, Jake, Ryan, Nicholas, Kennedy, & Reece. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Tuesday 3-7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 11:00 AM at Holy Child Catholic Church, Fr. Jacek Bialkowski, celebrant. Burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Blossburg, PA. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Maria’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.

 Marie E. Blanchard, 85, passed away December 17, 2011, at the Green Home, Wellsboro. She was born April 21, 1926 in Pultney, NY, the daughter of Howard & Ruby Young Osterhoudt. Marie was a Metropolitan Insurance Salesman, and owner of the Bush House Restaurant & Hotel in Tioga. She was a member of the Farmington Church. Marie loved to cook and was a wonderful seamstress. She is survived by 2 sons, Scott Toles of S. Williamsport, PA, & Eric Toles, 2 step-sons, 4 step daughters, a sister-in-law, Ruth Button, several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, & nephews. She was predeceased by her first husband of 36 years, Harry Adriance, in 1997, and her second husband of 13 years, Francis Blanchard, in 2011. Private burial will be held in Farmington Hill Cemetery. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Marie’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.

Pauline M. Baker, 91, formerly of Roseville, PA, passed away January 29, 2012 at Carleton Senior Care, Wellsboro, PA. She was born April 24, 1920 in Mansfield, PA, the daughter of Lewis & Carrie Haff Seeley. Pauline was a member of the Roseville United Methodist Church, and the United Methodist Women’s Fellowship. She is survived by a daughter & son-in-law, Carolyn & Albert Asbury of Roseville, a grandson, James Asbury of Roseville, a granddaughter, Adrienne (Daniel) Asbury-Jones of Wyoming, PA, & 5 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Howard, in 2006. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Thursday 6-8 PM. Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:00 PM at the Roseville United Methodist Church with Pastors, Grace Marie Ransom, & Michelle Bodle officiating. Burial in Roseville Cemetery. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Pauline’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.

• Margaret M. “Peggy” Berguson, 58, of Mansfield, PA, passed away February 4, 2013, at home. She was born December 19, 1954, in Philadelphia, PA, the daughter of James & Margaret McGovern Borden. Peggy was a teacher at Wellsboro Area Schools, and a member of Holy Child Catholic Church. Surviving, in addition to her mother of Rosemont, PA, are her husband of 33 years, Bruce, 4 sons, Jeffrey, currently a student at Penn State University, Mark, currently a student at Jefferson Medical College, Timothy, currently a student at Juniata College, Luke, currently a student at Lebanon Valley College, a brother, James Borden of Rosemont, PA, and a sister Patricia Harley of Rosemont, PA. Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Thursday 5-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday at 10:00 AM at Holy Child Catholic Church, with Fr. Jacek Bialkowski, celebrant. Burial will follow in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Peggy’s memory may be made to Mansfield High School Athletics 73 W. Wellsboro St. Mansfield, PA 16933 or Wellsbor Area School Athletics 277 Nichols St. Wellsboro, PA 16901. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Peggy’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.


Patricia A. Brackley, 80, of Lawrenceville, PA, passed away February 24, 2013 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She was born May 1, 1932 in Lawrenceville, PA, the daughter of Robert & Sarah Roberts Brennan. Pat & her husband of 26 years, Jack, are the retired owners of Brackley’s Colonial Market in Lawrenceville, & the Village Grocery in Tioga. She was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church. In addition to her husband, Jack; Pat is survived by 4 sons, William Preston of Tioga, PA, Keith (Julie) Preston of Tioga, PA, Daniel (Nancy) Brackley of Painted Post, NY, Douglas (Brenda) Brackley of Horseheads, NY, 7 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, 2 brothers, Philip (Rosemary) Brennan of Mansfield, PA, Robert Jr. (Gloria) Brennan of Lawrenceville, PA, 3 sisters, Roberta (Donald) Stratton of Lawrenceville, PA, Janice (Verle) Sterling of Roseville, PA, Clarice (Stuart) Allen of Staunton, VA. Pat was predeceased by her first husband, William Preston & her sister, Almeria Kriger. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Wednesday 2-4 & 6-8 PM. Funeral services will be held there Thursday at 11:00 AM with Rev. Allen Hulslander, her pastor, officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Tioga, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Pat’s memory may be made to Calvary United Methodist Church Debt Reduction c/o Barbara Henry PO Box 237 Lawrenceville, PA 16929. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Pat’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.