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Arthur Costley, 85, of Mansfield, PA, died June 26, 2003 at the Green Home Inc., Wellsboro, PA.  He was born December 26, 1917 in Campbell, NY, the son of Floyd & Ada Costley.  Art was the retired owner of the Mansfield Dry Cleaner.  He had also been employed by Garrison’s Men’s Store & Ingersoll Rand.  Art was a WW II Army Veteran.  He enjoyed fishing, & his cat, Smokey.  Art is survived by a sister, Dorothy Fish of Corning, NY, & a nephew, John Fish of Rochester, NY.  He was predeceased by his wife, the former Margaret Goodrich, & his sons, Leonard & Jan.  Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Monday 10-11 AM.  Funeral services will follow there Monday at 11:00 AM with Rev. Canon Rudolph vanderHiel officiating.  Burial in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA.  Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to Art’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Anna M. Crouch, 77, of Mansfield, PA, died May 24, 2004 at home.  She was born May 31, 1926 in Philadelphia, PA, the daughter of Frank & Grace Bailey Cirelly.  Anna is survived by 4 sons, John of Sabinsville, PA, Frank of Dearborn, MI, Mark & Joseph both of Deer Lodge, MT, a daughter, Grace Lockwood of Sheridan, WY, 11 grandchildren, & 10 great grandchildren.  Anna was predeceased by her husband, Louis in 1991 and 2 great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11:00 AM at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA with Rev. Eugene Charsky officiating.  Burial in State Road Cemetery, Mainesburg, PA.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Anna’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Margaret M. Clark, 84, of Tioga, PA, died August 30, 2004 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA.  She was born April 11, 1920 in Richmond, VA, the daughter of John & Grace Sandridge Smoot.  Margaret was formerly employed by Broad Acres Nursing Home and was a member of the Tioga Tabernacle Baptist Church.  She is survived by a son & daughter-in-law, Phillip & Maxine Clark of Lawrenceville, PA, a daughter & son-in-law, Betty & Kenneth Button of Tioga, PA, a sister, Ivy Monroe of Chesapeake, VA, a brother, Robert Proffitt of Madison Heights, VA, 16 grandchildren, & 35 great grandchildren.  Margaret was predeceased by her husband, Lynk in 1991, 4 sons, Craige, Charles, Henry, & Arthur, 3 sisters, Rose, Ruth, & Florence Proffitt, a brother George Proffitt, & 2 grandsons, Ryan & Robert Clark.  Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Thursday 11 AM - noon.  Funeral services will follow there Thursday at noon with Rev. Steven Neff officiating.  Burial in Farmington Hill Cemetery.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Margaret’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Joseph F. Cizek Sr, 77, of Germania, PA, March 28, 2005 at Cole Memorial Hospital, Coudersport, PA. He was born September 3, 1927 in Germania, the son of Frank & Sophia MaCensky Cizek.  Joe had operated the Germania Roller Mill and was a retiree of Pure Carbon.  He was a Veteran of the Korean Conflict, and a member of St. Germain Catholic Church. Joe was an avid Yankees fan.  He is survived by 3 sons & daughters-in-law, Joseph II and Laurie Bell of Germania, William & Natalie of Wellsboro, Gregory & Jill of Galeton, 7 grandchildren, Nicole, Michelle, & Jennifer Bell, Dayna (Jason) Heffner, Lance (Nadine) Klinger, Christopher, & Ashley Cizek, 2 great grandchildren, Hayden Huggler, & Kori Beth Heffner.  Joe was predeceased by his wife Erma Sechrist Cizek & a daughter, Kathryn Ann.  Friends are invited to call at St. Germain Catholic Church, Friday 9:30- 11:00 AM.  Mass of Christian Burial will follow there Friday at 11:00 AM with Fr. Brian Vossler, celebrant.  Burial in St. Germain Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers,  memorial contributions in Joe’s memory may be made to help maintain St. Germain Church & Cemetery at St. Germain Catholic Church c/o St. Bibiana Catholic Church 111 Germania St. Galeton, PA 16922. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Joe’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Bernard D. “Bill” Coates, 74, of Lawrenceville, PA, passed away April 25, 2005 at home.  He was born March 24, 1931 in Westfield, PA the son of Adelbert & Clara Quackenbush Coates.  Bill was a retiree of Dresser Rand, Painted Post, NY.  He served in The U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict with the 82nd Airborne in Japan earning his Jump Wings.  Bill was a member of Herbert Lee Webster Post # 235 American Legion, Tioga, PA, and had coached Little League Baseball in Hornell, NY, & Small Fry Baseball in Lawrenceville.  Bill is survived by his wife of 51 years, the former, Janet Jamison, sons & daughters-in-law, Steven & Carol of Tioga, PA, Scott of Tioga, PA, Joseph of Lawrenceville, PA, Michael & Amy of Tioga, PA, a daughter & son-in-law, Debra & Scott Fay of Tioga, PA, a brother & sister-in-law, Ralph & Louise of Scio, NY, 2 sisters & brothers-in-law, Betty & Ray Pals of Effingham, IL, Myrtle & Bart Baines of Horseheads, NY, 8 grandchildren, Steven, Matthew, & Dustin Fay, Brenton, Amy, Vincent, Lora, & Elizabeth Coates, & 1 great granddaughter.  He was predeceased by sisters, Ruth Short, & Doris Cheesman, & brothers, Harold & Duane.  Friends are invited to attend a memorial service Saturday, April 30, 2005 at 11:00 AM at the Tioga Presbyterian Church with Lay Pastor Debra Button officiating.  Burial will be in Bath National Cemetery, Bath, NY.  Family will provide the flowers.  Memorial contributions in Bill’s memory may be made to the Laurel Home Health/Hospice 24 Walnut St. Wellsboro, PA 16901.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Bill’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Lisa A. Crumb, 40, of Mansfield, PA, died September 21, 2005 at home.  She was born December 30, 1964 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of Dino & Mary Love Guerrera.  Lisa was employed by Tioga County Human Services, and was a member of Holy Child Catholic Church, Mansfield, PA.  Surviving in addition to her mother of Elmira, NY, are her husband, Kevin, 3 daughters & a son-in-law, Lisa & Rick Dunkleberger of Fayetteville, NC, Kelli & Brittany Crumb both at home, 2 brothers & sisters-in-law, David & Penny Guerrera of Cortland, NY, Steven & Lucia Guerrera of San Antonio, TX, a sister & brother-in-law, Dena & Steven O’Dell of Elmira, NY, and several nieces, nephews, aunts, & uncles.  Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Sunday 4-7 PM.   A prayer service will be held at 6:30 PM.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 11:00 AM at Holy Child Catholic Church with Rev. Joseph Hornick, Celebrant.  Burial in Roseville Cemetery, Roseville, PA.  Memorial contributions in Lisa’s memory may be made to the Mansfield Free Public Library 71 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA 16933 or the American Cancer Society 1948 E. 3rd St. Williamsport, PA 17701.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Lisa’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Delores Ann Camp, 65, of Wellsboro, PA, died November 4, 2005 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA, following a short illness.  She was born May 28, 1940, in Elkland, PA, the daughter of Harry & Elvira Reynolds Shutter.  In addition to her mother of Tioga, PA, Delores is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Alfred, a son, Claude H. (Mary) Davis of Troy, PA, 3 daughters, Marcia (George Jr.) Cummings of Tioga, PA, Karen (Joe) Stillerman of Middlebury Center, PA, Debbie (Brion) Farr of Tioga, PA, a special niece & 4th daughter, Roseanne (Marvin) Barrett of Middlebury Center, PA, a brother, Robert (Judy) Shutter of Tioga, PA, 6 grandchildren, Quinn (Kelly) Davis of Leroy, PA,  Rebecca Davis, Greg Cummings, Knolton Stillerman, Ollen Stillerman, 2 great grandchildren, Makayla & Connor Davis, & several aunts, uncles, nieces & nephews and very special friends. Delores is predeceased by her father, & a brother, Johnny.  Calling hours will be held at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Tuesday 5-7 PM.  A memorial service will follow there at 7:00 PM.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Delores’ family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Gladys Shelman Cummings, 95, formerly of Tioga, died Friday May 5, 2006 at Collins Personal Care Home, Elkland, PA. She was born December 12, 1910 in Jackson Summit, PA, the daughter of Charles & Nancy Gilbert Shelman. Gladys was predeceased by her husband of 64 years, Ralph, on January 2, 1992. They were tenant farmers before purchasing their farm in Tioga Junction in 1940. They raised tobacco for several years to help pay for the farm. Gladys was employed at the Eclipse plant in Elmira during World War II, Mansfield Novelty, Erwinna Motel, Roz Steadman’s Diner (baking pies), Williamson High School as janitor and cook, and Mansfield State College in the housekeeping department. During her employment she also worked the farm with Ralph. They raised laying hens, sold eggs and milked cows. Gladys was a member of the PA Grange in Tioga for 61 years, a member of Calvary United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women in Lawrenceville, and the Republican Women’s Council. She is survived by a daughter, Lola Petersen, daughter & son-in-law, Laurita & Donald Treat, son & daughter-in-law, Marwin & Kathryn Rice Cummings, all of Tioga, PA, 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 4 great great grandchildren, many nieces & nephews, including special niece, Avis (Ted) Deats of Lawrenceville. Gladys is also survived by an older sister, Blanche Shelman of Horseheads, NY. In addition to her husband, Gladys was predeceased by a daughter, Waneta Burtch on September 29, 1963, loving “daughter in spirit”, Nola Burtch, son-in-law, Robert Petersen, 2 granddaughters, 1 great grandson, 2 sisters, & 2 brothers. Gladys attended school in Jackson Summit and wanted to go to High School in Millerton, but it was too far to travel daily on horseback. Since Gladys was not able to have the education she wanted so badly it was important for her to have her children receive an education. She told them that she would gladly scrub toilets for the rest of her life in order to pay for their schooling. Gladys was a loving mother & grandmother. She helped raise her grandchildren after Waneta’s passing. Gladys and Ralph were “mom and dad” to a great many students from Millerton, Tioga and Lawrenceville during their tenure at Williamson High School. Gladys took pride in working hard for everything she had and in always looking her best. Her everyday dress typically included high heel shoes, as she was quite a lady. Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 18 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Monday 5-7 PM. Funeral services will follow there Monday at 7:00 PM with Rev. Gary Weaver & Rev. William Lusk officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Tioga, PA, In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Collins Personal Care Home 306 Main Street Elkland, PA 16920, Calvary United Methodist Church Lawrenceville, PA 16929 or Williamson Scholarship Fund c/o Jim Wilbur 118 Trowbridge Road Millerton, PA 16936, or a fund of your choice. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Gladys’ family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Larry L. Clemens, 68, of Mansfield, PA, died December 14, 2006 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. He was born November 4, 1938 in Hills Creek, the son of Lawrence & Grace Sumner Clemens. Larry was a retiree of Dresser Rand, Painted Post, NY, with 40 years service. He was an Army Veteran, a member of the Mansfield VFW, and the Christian Life Church, Corning, NY. Larry is survived by his wife, the former Gloria Cushing McConnell, a daughter, Teresa Bonk of Wellsboro, PA, 4 step-sons, Lawrence McConnell Jr. of Lindley, NY, Scott & Barry McConnell both in NC, Jay McConnell of Harrison Valley, Pa, 2 step-daughters, Cindy Overton of Tioga, PA, Dana Hughes of Lawrenceville, PA, 3 brothers, Rocky, Dennis, & Clifford Clemens, all of Wellsboro, PA, 3 grandchildren, 17 step grandchildren, & several nieces & nephews. Larry was predeceased by his son, Troy in 2001. Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Monday 5-7 PM. Funeral services will follow there Monday at 7:00 PM with Rev. John Bagg, his pastor officiating. Burial in Whitneyville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Larry’s memory may be made to the Christian Life Church Bailey Creek Road Corning, NY 14830. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Larry’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com “OBITUARIES”

Barbara Clark Chamberlain, 45, of Surfside Beach, SC, formerly of Mansfield, PA, passed away January 1, 2007 after a courageous battle with cancer in Little Rock, AR, while undergoing further treatments. She was born May 13, 1961 in North Tarrytown, NY, the daughter of David and Nancy Clark. Barbara graduated from Mansfield High School in 1979 and Williamsport Area Community College in 1981. She and her husband, Le, co-owned Chamberlain Transportation in Mansfield until they moved to South Carolina. Surviving, in addition to her husband, Le of Surfside Beach, SC, are her mother and stepfather, Nancy and Frank Tice of Mainesburg, PA; her stepdaughter, Kimberle (Scott) Bechtel and their children, Breanna and Dalton, all of Surfside Beach, SC; a brother, Donald (Candy) Clark of Covington, PA; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Olin and Edna Chamberlain of Covington, PA; uncles, Jon (Gayle) Clark of Mansfield, PA, Ernest (Renee) Lancaster of Lake Peekskill, NY; aunt, Dorothy Paci of Horseheads, NY; nephew, Joshua Clark and niece, Erica Clark, both of Covington, PA; and numerous other family members. She was predeceased by her father, David H. Clark; and stepdaughter, Kary Chamberlain. In keeping with Barbara's wishes, there will be no funeral services. Memorial contributions in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Tioga Unit, 948 E. 3rd St., Williamsport, PA 17701, or the Building Fund of the First United Methodist Church of Mainesburg, 100 Smith Park Road, Mainesburg, PA 16932. Sympath"e" cards may be sent to Barbara's family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com "OBITUARIES". A service of Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA.

William Clifford Connelly, (Santa Claus), 73, of Mansfield, PA, died August 24, 2007 at the Bath, NY, VA Nursing Home. He was born October 30, 1933 in Candor, NY, the son of Charles & Jessie Lisk Connelly. Bill was raised in Owego, NY, where at the age of 14 he began two life long interests; magic and printing, which would later become his profession. He left school and served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Randolph during the Korean War. In 1960 he became involved with his third passion; that of portraying Santa Claus. He graduated from the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School in Albion, NY and portrayed Santa Claus for 45 years. He was the Jamesway Santa in Ithaca, NY for years. He also did many businesses, organizations, and private parties from Binghamton to Hammondsport, including Ithaca, the Valley & the Elmira areas. Several of his long standing parties were Athens I-R, Elmira St. Business Assoc., & VanScoys. His interest in magic continued over 50 years until his death. He was a former member of the IBM Rings in Binghamton # 79 and Ithaca # 140. Bill was a charter member of the Society of American Magicians Big Flats Assembly # 263. He enjoyed attending the Fellowship of Christian Magicians conventions. Professionally he was a printer working in many print shops in the upstate area. He retired from Steuben ARC in Bath, NY, and Kingdom Co. in Mansfield, PA. In the 1980’s he was a Jewel Tea man in the Towanda, Sayre, & Athens areas. Bill was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Mansfield, PA. He is survived by his wife, the former, Rosalie Waltz, adopted daughter & son-in-law, Mary Nevol & Bill Dickinson of Andover, NY, 2 step daughters & son-in-law, Marie & Randy Davis of Bellefontaine, OH, Rachael Schrader of Dayton, OH, 2 step grandsons, Randall & Justin Davis of Bellefontaine, a sister, Doris Northrup of Owego, NY, many nieces, nephews, & cousins that he loved, and his best friend, Bill Moughan of Sayre, PA. In addition to his parents, Bill was predeceased by a sister, Florence Raynolds, & 3 brothers, John, Harold, & Charles Connelly, and his former wife and love of his life, Sarah (Sandy) Williams. Memorial services will be announced at a later date by Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield

Marjorie V. Clark, 86, of Mansfield, PA, died December 18, 2007 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. She was born October 16, 1921 in East Troy, PA, the daughter of Paul & Ina Tomlinson Greenough. Marjorie was a retired Nurse from Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, and spent her life caring for others. She was a devout member of the Church of the New Covenant, Mansfield, and enjoyed sharing her faith. When she said, “God Bless You” she truly meant it. Marjorie loved her garden, and raising German Shepherd dogs. She is survived by 2 sons, Kirtland of Mansfield, TX, David of Mentor, OH, 2 daughters, Gwendolyn Clark of Endicott, NY, Monema Raines Congdon of Millerton, PA, a brother, Paul Greenough of Stowe, OH, a sister, Donna Beechey of Sayre, PA, 5 grandchildren, & 7 great grandchildren. Marjorie was predeceased by her husband, Kirtland in 2000, a brother Edward Greenough, and a grandson, Jonathan. As spring was Marjorie’s favorite time of year to plant her flowers, a memorial service to celebrate her life will be announced in the spring, to be held at the Church of the New Covenant. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Marjorie’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com

Esther Lucille Stiger Cady, 94, of Mansfield, PA, passed away December 26, 2007 at Carleton Senior Care, Wellsboro, PA. She was born February 26, 1913 on the family farm in Hepburnville, PA, the daughter of Walter & Effie Estella Mosteller Stiger. Their home also served as the Post Office and general store, and at an early age Esther learned to read and write by sorting and delivering mail. She attended the Hepburnville School & Presbyterian Church; graduated from Williamsport High School in 1932; and Mansfield State Teachers College in 1936 with a BS degree in primary & secondary education. She taught in a one room school in Warrensville until 1940 and retired from teaching at R. B. Walter Elementary School in Tioga, PA. Esther married Kenneth Cady of Mansfield in 1938, moving there in 1940 to raise her family and care for her father. Esther was a longtime member of St. James Episcopal Church, the Mansfield Literary Club, the Garden Club, & the Audubon Society. Esther was an avid reader, botanist, & bird watcher. She is survived by a son & daughter-in-law, Dr. William & Bonnie Cady of Athens, PA, a daughter & son-in-law, Linda & Frederick Metarko of Wellsboro, PA, 7 grandchildren, Lisa (David) Hutchinson of Reading, MA, Michael (Beth) Metarko of Allentown, PA, Christopher (Beth) Cady of Pittsburgh, PA, Stephen (Amy) Cady of Scottsdale, AZ, Ellen (Charles) Miller of Athens, PA, Barbara (Doug) Richard of Ocala, FL, Richard (Sharon) Lowery of Athens, PA, & 11 great grandchildren. Esther was predeceased by her husband Kenneth in 1988 & a brother Paul Stiger. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Sunday 1-4 PM. Funeral services will be held Monday at 10 AM at St. James Episcopal Church, Mansfield, with Rev. Rowena Gibbons officiating. Burial in Wildwood Cemetery, Williamsport, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Esther’s memory may be made to the Mansfield Free Public Library 71 N. Main St. Mansfield, PA 16933. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Esther’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.

William T. Clark, 79, of Mansfield, PA, passed away January 2, 2008 at home. He was born October 31, 1928, in Mansfield, PA, the son of Wyland & Frances Goodrich Clark. Bill was a retiree of Mansfield University. He was a life member of the Mansfield VFW, the Arnot Sportsman’s Club, the Hillside Rod & Gun Club, the Lambs Creek Sportsman’s Club, & the Mansfield Hose Co. Bill is survived by 2 sons & daughters-in-law, William N. & Debora Clark of Covington, PA, Robert & Connie Clark of Tioga, PA, 4 grandchildren, Rachel Seddon, Miranda Clark, Kevin Clark, Alan Clark, Step grandchildren, Frank (Donna) Musto, Chris (Jan) Neal, Brenda (Danny) Howe, 11 step great grandchildren, & 3 step great great grandchildren. Friends are invited to call at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Sunday 2-4 PM. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Bill’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com

Patricia L. Carlson, 67, formerly of Tioga, PA, passed away January 12, 2008 at Broad Acres Nursing Home, Wellsboro, PA. She was born July 1, 1940 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of Richard Sr. & Anna Telencio Wheet. Surviving in addition to her mother of Horseheads, NY, are a brother, Terry Wheet of Elmira Heights, NY, 2 sisters, Melissa Waite of Elmira Heights, NY, Sheila Brown of Elmira, NY, and several nieces and nephews, including her special niece, Heather Cooper of Elmira, NY. Patricia was predeceased by her husband, Donald, in 1985, 3 brothers, Richard Jr., William, & Jerry Wheet, and a sister, Mary Wheet. Patricia will be buried privately in Evergreen Cemetery, Tioga, PA. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Patricia’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com. A service of Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA

R. Sterling Cole, 73, of Hammond, died January 20, 2008 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. He was born March 21, 1934 in Hammond, the son of George & Bernice Bryant Cole. Sterling had owned grocery stores in Tioga, Lawrenceville, Blossburg, Mansfield, & Wellsboro. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, the former, Nancy Russell, 2 sons & daughters-in-law, Rick & Dorla Cole of Tioga, John & Cathy Cole of Lawrenceville, a daughter, Joy Moros of Dunedin, FL, 3 step-daughters, Mary Gardner, & Margaret Briggs both of Tioga, PA, Betsy Bruffey of Bunker Hill, WV, 16 grandchildren, & 4 great grandchildren. Sterling was predeceased by his sister, Betty McHenry. Friends are invited to attend a memorial service for Sterling on Sunday, January 27, 2008 at 3:00 PM at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, with Rev. Darwin Cranmer officiating. Burial in Hammond Cemetery, Tioga, Pa. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Sterling’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.

Allen C. Collum, 94, of Tioga, PA, passed away April 17, 2008 at the Green Home Inc., Wellsboro, PA. He was born December 17, 1913 in Lawrenceville, PA. Allen is the last of 9 children of Alan & Anna Waymer Collum. He was a retired farmer, a WWII Army Veteran, and a member of the Alder Run Baptist Church. Allen is survived by his wife of 66 years, the former, Elizabeth Tillinghast, 4 daughters & sons-in-law, Sandra & Ronald Gilbert, Linda & Gary Root, all of Millerton, PA, Connie & Dan Heyler of Westfield, PA, Lois & Scott Wood of Tioga, PA, 10 grandchildren, & 6 great grandchildren. There will be no prior calling hours. Family and friends are invited to Allen’s funeral service to be held Monday at 1:00 PM at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, with Rev. Eugene Charsky officiating. Burial in Alder Run Cemetery. Family will provide the flowers. Memorial contributions in Allen’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Allen’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.

Barbara E. Christian, 68, of Mansfield, PA, passed away April 20, 2008 at home, following a long and courageous battle with COPD. She was born April 5, 1940 in Batavia, NY, the daughter of Herbert & Georgina Jerrett East. Barbara enjoyed keeping in touch with family and friends via e-mail, and going for coffee. She is survived by a son, Douglas Wortman of Mt. Penn, PA, 4 step children, Pandora Phipps & Kim Barrett, both of Cherokee, IA, Scott Christian of Soldotna, AK, Jill Lynch of Oneida, NY, 3 grandchildren, 12 step grandchildren, & 11 step great grandchildren. On September 23, 1966 Barbara married Ronald Christian. He preceded her in death on January 24, 1991. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Thursday 9:30 - 11 AM. Funeral services will follow there Thursday at 11:00 AM with Rev. Richard Berg officiating. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Barbara’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.

Bruce L. Cole, 82, of Tioga, PA, passed away June 12, 2008 at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA. He was born July 10, 1925 in Tioga, PA, the son of Robert Sr. & Florence Confer Cole. Bruce was a retiree of Corning Glass Works, and a WWII Navy Veteran. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, the former, Arlene Hager, 2 sons & daughters-in-law, Clifford & Ann Cole of Wellsboro, PA, Curtis & Ann Cole of Tioga, PA, a sister, Marion Johnson of Wellsboro, PA, 7 grandchildren, & a great grandson. Private funeral services will be held at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, with Pastor Debbie Button officiating. Burial in Hammond Cemetery. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Bruce’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com

Robert G. Carson, 73, of Covington, PA, passed away October 30, 2008 at home. He was born July 22, 1935, in Wellsboro, PA, the son of Kenneth & Ruby White Carson. Bob was a retiree of Nation’s Way Transport, an U.S. Air Force veteran, a member of the Welsh Settlement Church of Christ, and the Wellsboro Moose. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Florence Tipple, 2 sons, Gerry (Judy) of Las Vegas, NV, Alan of CA, a daughter, Maxine (Raphael) Perez of N. Chicago, IL, a daughter-in-law, Shirley Carson of Farmington, CA, a brother, Terry (Jackie) Roupp of Beaver Dams, NY, 2 sisters, Darlene (Donald) Hotchkiss of Victor, NY, Fay Ann (David) Schell of Port Charlotte, FL, step-children, Mark Tipple of Philmont, NY, Maldon Tipple of Wellsboro, PA, Tina Wilston of Mansfield, PA, 4 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren, and several nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by a son, Jack. Friends are invited to call at the Wilston Funeral Home 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Sunday noon-2PM. Funeral services will follow there Sunday at 2:00 PM with Rev. Darwin “Tink” Cranmer, his pastor officiating. Burial in Niles Valley Cemetery. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Bob’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com

William Franklin Coole of Mansfield, PA, passed away on December 22, 2008. He lived his life as a loving and caring family man, christian, and dedicated professional. He was born on February 19, 1930 to the late Earl and Jessie Dewey Coole of Gaines, PA. Frank was married for 45 years to the former Judith Spendlove McCoy of Canton, PA. He was a member of St. James Episcopal Church, serving as past Senior Warden and member of the Vestry. Frank attended Mansfield University until 1950 before transferring to the University of Pittsburgh to continue his studies. He was later awarded Mansfield University’s Alumni citation award for his outstanding achievements and contributions to society through professional, civic, and philanthropic work. He received his doctor of dental surgery degree from the School of Dentistry at the University of Pittsburgh in 1954. He then served in the US Air Force as a captain in the dental corps. Dr Coole practiced general dentistry in Mansfield starting in 1956 and was past president of the Sixth District Dental Society. He was a member of Friendship Lodge # 247, Free and Accepted Masons. Surviving in addition to his wife are four children and two grandchildren; Mary Catherine Coole of Mansfield, David Coole of Atlanta, Susan Coole of Atlanta, Dr John and Deb Coole of Mansfield and their children, Katie and Sara. Preceded in death by a son, William Orlo, and three brothers, Howard and Richard and John. Family and friends will be received on December 26 from 7-9 PM at Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA. A funeral service will be held on December 27 at 11 am at the St James Episcopal Church, Mansfield. Interment will be in the Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield.

Arlene H. Cole, 84, of Tioga, PA, passed away March 15, 2009 at home. She was born January 26, 1925 in Tioga, PA, the daughter of Harry Sr. and Marie Badman Hager. Arlene is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Clifford and Ann Cole of Wellsboro, PA, Curtis and Ann Cole of Tioga, PA; a brother, Harry Hager of Mansfield, PA; a sister, Regina Middaugh of Painted Post, NY; eight grandchildren, Melinda, Jeffrey, Anjanette, Kirstine (Tina), Danielle, Andrew, Steven and Jason; and a great-grandson, Damon. She was predeceased by her husband, Bruce, in 2008; three brothers, Clinton, Clement and Carl Hager; and a sister, Margaret McMillan. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA, Friday 6-7 p.m. Funeral services will follow there Friday at 7:00 p.m. with Pastors Debbie Button and Thomas Hager officiating. Burial in Hammond Cemetery. Sympath"e" cards may be sent to Arlene's family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com

Betty M. Cole, 86, of Mansfield, PA, passed away April 30, 2009 at the Green Home Inc., Wellsboro, PA. She was born December 15, 1922 in Savannah, NY, the daughter of John & Sara Mae Stickles Scott. Betty was a retiree of First Citizens National Bank. She is survived by 2 sons & daughters-in-law, Harry Jr. & Joyce of Newport News, VA, Richard & Betty Jo of Mansfield, PA, a brother, John “Buck“ Scott of LeRoy, NY, a sister, Gloria Johnson of Edwards, MO & 5 grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Harry in 2001. Private services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions in Betty’s memory may be made to the First Baptist Church of Mansfield Sherwood St. Mansfield, PA 16933 or the Alzheimers Assoc. 57 N Franklin St Wilkes Barre, PA 18701. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Betty’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com

Bernard G. Courtney, 86, of Mansfield, PA, passed away June 11, 2009 at Esbern Dairy Farm. He was born June 26, 1922 in Haycock Township, Bucks County, the son of James & Helen Haney Courtney. Bernard enjoyed farming all his life and found great joy in playing his accordian in several bands ever since he was 16. He was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Wellsboro. Bernard is survived by his wife of 67 years, the former, Esther Ziegenfuss, 2 sons & daughters-in-law, Earl & Colette of Elmira, NY, Harold & Sherry of Mansfield, PA, 2 daughters & sons-in-law, Eileen & John Rieppel of Mansfield, PA, Dolores & James Keller of Coopersburg, PA, 18 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. He was predeceased by 3 sisters, 2 brothers, & 2 grandsons, David Courtney (1990) & Tim Rieppel (2008). Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Sunday 6-8 PM & Monday 11 AM- noon . Funeral services will follow there Monday at noon with Rev. Gregory Hinton officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions in Bernard’s memory may be made to Lauel Home Health-Hospice 24 Walnut St. Wellsboro 16901, The Mansfield Ambulance Assoc. 381 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA 16933, or the Church of ones choice. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Bernard’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com. A special thank-you to his caregiver, Janet Dauphinais, and to the Laurel Health Home Hospice for the comfort they brought.

Jill Deborah Cross, 58, of Mainesburg, PA, passed away October 3, 2009 at home. She was born February 15, 1951, in Troy, PA, the daughter of Jack & Ramona Clark Strange. Jill was the owner and operator of Cross Excavating, & a member of the Mainesburg United Methodist Church. She is survived by 2 sons & daughters-in-law, Greg & Pamela Cross of Mansfield, PA, Chad & Nancy Cross of Mansfield, her father, Jack Strange & Phyllis Jackson of Mainesburg, PA, her mother Ramona Gilliland of Brunswick, GA, 2 brothers & sisters-in-law, her twin brother Jack & Patricia Strange of Mainesburg, PA, Rock & Kim Strange of Mainesburg, PA, a sister, Kandi Bostwick of Springfield, MO, 4 grandchildren, Jacklyn, Katie, Megan, & Braydon Cross, 3 step-brothers, & 3 step-sisters, all in FL. Friends are invited to call at the First United Methodist Church of Mainesburg, Wednesday 10 AM - noon. A memorial service will follow there Wednesday at noon with William Baker, officiating. Burial in Mainesburg Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Jill’s memory may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Mainesburg, Building Fund. 100 Smith Road Mainesburg, PA 16932. A service of Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA.

Mae E. Cleveland, 92, formerly of Mansfield, PA, passed away October 14, 2009 at the Green Home, Wellsboro, PA. She was born October 16, 1916 in Mansfield, PA, the daughter of Reuben & Lena Sherman Warters. Mae was a faithful member of the Lambs Creek Bible Church. She is survived by a son & daughter-in-law, Gary & Rosemary Cleveland of Mansfield, PA, 2 daughters & a son-in-law, , Bonnie Loveland of Mansfield, PA and Julie & Chuck Besanceney, of Mansfield, PA, 6 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, & 6 great great grandchildren . She was predeceased by her husband, George, in 1999. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, on Sunday 1-2 PM. Funeral services will follow there Sunday at 2:00 PM with Rev. Eugene Charsky officiating. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield, PA. Family will provide the flowers. Memorial contributions in Mae’s memory may be made to the Mansfield Ambulance Assoc. 381 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA 16933. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Mae’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.

Iva P. Creeley, 92, formerly of Mansfield, PA, passed away December 20, 2009 at Roseview Center, Williamsport, PA. She was born April 17, 1917 in Jackson Center, PA, the daughter of Luther & Nettie Carpenter Fish. Iva retired from the former Mansfield State College in 1984. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Mansfield, a Gold Star Mother, and a 30 year member of the Canoe Camp Post 6757 VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Iva is survived by a son & daughter-in-law, James & Judy Creeley of Williamsport, PA, 2 daughters & a son-in-law, Donna Horton of Osteen, FL, Suzanne & Lyn Daggett of Ft. Myers, FL, 8 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, 2 brothers, Donald Fish of Wellsboro, PA, Jerome Fish of Tioga, PA, & a special friend, Frank Pellegrino of Williamsport, PA. She was predeceased by her husband William G. Creeley Sr. in 1974, 2 sons, William Jr. & Thomas, a granddaughter, Tommie Sue Daggett Cochrane, a brother, Edgar Fish, & 3 sisters, Velma Creeley, Gladys Wells, & Ava Connelly. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Tuesday 6-8 PM. Funeral services will be held there Wednesday at 11:00 AM with Rev. Joy Hulslander officiating. Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Family will provide the flowers. Memorial contributions in her memory may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Mansfield 67 E. Wellsboro St Mansfield, PA 16933, or the Canoe Camp Post 6757 VFW Ladies Auxiliary PO Box 73 Mansfield, PA 16933. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Iva’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com

Janice E. Chamberlain, 68, of Roseville, PA, passed away January 7, 2010, at home surrounded by her family. She was born July 31, 1941 in Corning, NY, the daughter of Clayton & Ethel Hill Learn. Janice was previously employed at Paper Magic, Troy, PA. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Donald Rexford Chamberlain, 2 sons & a daughter-in-law, Lynn Johnson (Joel Costello) of Roseville, LaRue & Sandra Johnson of Hornell, NY, a former daughter-in-law, Sarah Johns, of Mansfield, PA, 3 step-sons, David Chamberlain, Ken (Roxanne) Chamberlain, Brian (Sherry) Chamberlain, all of Mansfield, PA, 4 grandchildren, David (Cyndi) Johnson, Zachary Johnson, Christopher Johnson, & Sarah Johnson, 2 great grandchildren, Ava, & Jacob Johnson, 2 sisters & a brother-in-law, Eileen Brewer of Jasper, NY, Audrey & Joe Allen of Hot Springs, SD, 3 brothers & sisters-in-law, Gerome & Barb Learn of Cameron Mills, NY, Robert & Mitzi Learn of Arkport, NY, Richard & Jane Learn of Bath, NY, and several nieces & nephews. She was predeceased by her first husband, Lawrence Johnson Sr., a son, Lawrence Johnson Jr., a grandson Jacob M.W. Johnson, a brother, David Learn, & a sister, Edith Dunham. Friends are invited to call Sunday 2-5 PM & Monday 11 AM- noon at the Gary W. Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA. Funeral services will follow there Monday at noon with Rev. Christopher Schafer officiating. Burial in Roseville Cemetery. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Janice’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.

Alfred LeRoy Camp, 65, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away May 8, 2010 at home. He was born July 11, 1944, in Towanda, PA, the son of Frank & Della May Camp. Alfred is survived by a son, Claude (Mary) Davis of Troy, PA, daughters, Marcia (George Jr.) Cummings of Tioga, PA, Debbie (Brion) Farr of Tioga, PA, Karen (Joe) Stillerman of Middlebury Center, PA, 4 brothers, Frank Jr. (Leta) Camp of Tioga, PA, Charles (Carol) Camp of Tioga, PA, William (Kandy) Camp of Columbia Cross Roads, PA, Michael Camp of Sayre, PA, a sister, Linda (Wesley) Leonard of Hickory Run, TX, 6 grandchildren, Quinn (Kelly) Davis of Canton, PA, Rebecca (Rafael) Ronquillo of Frederick, MD, Greg (Kyla) Cummings of Tioga, PA, Knolton & Ollen Stillerman of Middlebury Center, PA, 3 great grandchildren, Makayla, Conner, & Micheal Davis, all of Canton, PA, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, & special friends. Alfred was predeceased by his wife, the former Delores Shutter, in 2005, and a sister, Frankie Perry. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA, Thursday 5-7 PM. Funeral services will follow there Thursday at 7:00 PM with Pastor Joy Hulslander officiating. Burial in Shumway Hill Cemetery, Wellsboro. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Alfred’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.

Barrett William Cockrum, 90, of Winter Springs, FL, formerly of Elmira, NY, died Saturday May 8, 2010 at Florida Hospital of Altamonte Springs, FL. He was born January 11, 1920 in Princeton, IN, the son of Barrett and Katherine McCoy Cockrum. Barrett is survived by his wife of 44 years, Marlene Mitchell Cockrum, a daughter and son-in-law, Cristina and Matthew Bizzarri of Hanover, VA, a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Michele Cockrum of Bradenton, FL, a daughter, Linda Dietz of Fort Wayne, IN, four grandchildren, Lori Dietz of Fort Wayne, IN, Christopher Dietz of Fayetteville, NC, Robert Cockrum of Folsom, CA, Alice Cockrum of Buless, TX, a brother-in-law, James D. and his wife, Mildred Mitchell of Summerfield, FL, and a cousin Jeanne McCoy Byrne of Evansville, IN. Barrett lived his early years in Evansville, IN. He was a graduate of Bosse High School and Evansville University. He was a retired Major in the US Air Force, serving in WWII and the Korean War. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 130 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA, Saturday May 15, from 11 - 1 pm. Funeral services will be held there Saturday May 15, at 1 pm with Dale Dunmore officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery Mansfield. Memorial contributions in Barrett’s memory may be made to Oakland City University, Cockrum Hall Fund, Oakland City, IN 47660 or the American Heart Association. Sympath”e” cards can be sent to Barrett’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.

Donald D. Cole, 70, of Mainesburg, PA, passed away August 4, 2010 at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, PA. He was born January 24, 1940, in Blossburg, PA, the son of Dewey & Anna Seymour Cole. Don enjoyed antique vehicles, rebuilding lawn mowers, riding bike, and animals. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, the former, Judy Barnes, 2 daughters, Tammy Sherman of Mansfield, PA, Brenda Cole of Wellsboro, PA, 2 sons, Joshua Cole of Punxsutawney, PA, Jesse Cole of Mansfield, PA, 2 grandchildren, Vanessa Sherman & Kodey Wheeler, 2 brothers, Richard & Bernard Cole, both of Mainesburg, PA, a sister, Dorothy Chapel of Tioga, PA. Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Friday 1-2 PM. Funeral services will follow there Friday at 2:00 PM with Rev. David Dressler officiating. Burial in Hills Creek Cemetery. Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Don’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.

Esther Mae Courtney, 91, of Mansfield, PA, passed away February 12, 2012 at home.  She was born July 2, 1920 in Bethlehem, PA, the daughter of Robert & Edith Fabian Ziegenfuss.  Esther grew up in Springfield Township, upper Bucks County, PA.  She moved to Tioga County in 1958, and spent most of her life helping on the farm.  Esther enjoyed raking hay, mowing lawn, & tending her flower and vegetable gardens.   She was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Wellsboro.  Esther is survived by 2 sons & daughters-in-law, Earl & Colette Courtney of Elmira, NY, Harold & Sherry Courtney of Mansfield, PA, 2 daughters & sons-in-law, Eileen & John Rieppel of Mansfield, PA, Dolores & James Keller of Coopersburg, PA, 18 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, & 1 brother, Norman Ziegenfuss of Kintnersville, PA.  She was predeceased by her husband, Bernard, in 2009, twin sisters, 2 grandsons, & 1 great grandchild.  Friends are invited to call at the Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA, Thursday 6-8 PM, & Friday 11 AM – noon.  Funeral services will follow there Friday at noon  with Canon Gregory Hinton officiating.  Burial in Tioga County Memorial Gardens.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Esther’s memory may be made to the Mansfield Ambulance Assoc. 381 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA 16933, or the Laurel Home Health/Hospice 24 Walnut St. Wellsboro, PA 16901.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Esther’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.

Lula Mae (Toddy) Chrzan 88, of Troy, PA, passed away June 14, 2012 at Troy Hospital.  She was born August 5, 1923 in Grover, PA, the daughter of Evan & Lula Bastian Jenkins.  Toddy helped run the family farm and cherished the time spent with her family.  She is survived by 3 sons and daughters-in-law, Richard & Pat of Mansfield, PA, Peter & Cheryl, Frank & Sheree, all of Troy, PA, a daughter & son-in-law, Luann & Stanley Kosloski of Troy, PA, a daughter-in-law, Joyce Chrzan of Troy, PA, a brother, Van Jenkins in DE, a sister, Carol Kipp of Grover, PA, 12 grandchildren, & 20 great grandchildren.  She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond, in 2006, a daughter, Della Mae Chrzan, 2 grandchildren, Mike & Cindy Chrzan, and siblings, Harry & Chuck Jenkins, Sarah Ayres, & Bell Wooster.  In keeping with Lula Mae’s wishes, funeral services will be private.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her memory may be made to the Grover Church of Christ PO Box 139 Grover, PA 17735.  Sympath”e” cards may be sent to Toddy’s family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com.