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Ruth G. (Chilson) Patterson

Ruth G. (Chilson) Patterson

Jan 26, 2022

Ruth G. (Chilson) Patterson, age 84, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Wednesday, January 26, 2022.  She was born on May 14, 1937 in Blossburg, PA a daughter of the late Clarence and Bernice (Shaw) Chilson and was the wife of the late Preston L. Patterson, Jr.  Ruth had worked at Mergenthaler, Wundies, Corning Glass Works and Ames all of...

Mark C. Wagaman

Mark C. Wagaman

Jan 24, 2022

Mark C. Wagaman, age 72, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Monday, January 24, 2022.  He was born on May 19, 1949 in Wellsboro, PA a son of the late William and Marion (Moss) Wagaman and was married for 50 years to Jacqueline "Jackie" M. (Watters) Wagaman.  Mark was a Vietnam Veteran serving with the US Army and was retired...

Gerald J. Pierce

Gerald J. Pierce

Jan 17, 2022

Gerald J. Pierce, age 80, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Monday, January 17, 2022.  He was born on November 25, 1941 in Westover, PA, a son of the late Francis and Della (Judson) Pierce and was married for 55 years to Bonnie (Lewis) Pierce.  Gerald attended Mt. Zion Full Gospel Church, Wellsboro, PA, enjoyed watching the NY Yankees, was...

Bruce E. Moser

Bruce E. Moser

Jan 7, 2022

Bruce E. Moser, age 69, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away on Friday, January 7, 2022.  He was born on January 15, 1952 in Easton, PA a son of the late Emanuel C. and Priscilla (Miller) Moser and was married for 51 years to Susan.  Bruce was a 1969 graduate of Easton Area High School, graduated from Pennsylvania College of...

Martin C. Burton, Sr.

Martin C. Burton, Sr.

Dec 18, 2021

Martin C. Burton, Sr., age 84, of Galeton, PA, died on Saturday, December 18, 2021.  He was born on June 24, 1937 in Bryn Mawr, PA a son of the late Harold V. and Elizabeth (Costello) Burton.  He was a Korean War Veteran serving with the US Air Force.  He was married on October 11, 1958 in Souderton, PA...

Tonya L. Dibble

Tonya L. Dibble

Dec 18, 2021

Tonya L. Dibble, age 40, of Elkland, PA, died on Saturday, December 18, 2021.  She was born on December 11, 1981 in Corning, NY a daughter of the late Earl J. and Cindy L (Cody) Burrows.  A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.  Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro,...

David W. Roby

David W. Roby

Dec 16, 2021

David W. Roby, age 62, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, December 16, 2021.  He was born on May 5, 1959 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of the late Robert H. Roby and Vivian (Krause) Roby.  Dave worked at the family garage and LP gas business then he was an independent truck driver for many years and was recently...

Brandi J. (Preble) Nowakowski

Brandi J. (Preble) Nowakowski

Dec 14, 2021

Brandi J. (Preble) Nowakowski, age 48, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, December 14, 2021.  She was born on May 25, 1973 in Wellsboro, PA a daughter of the late Fremont Preble and Carol (Powers) Diffenderfer and was the wife of Mike. Nowakowski.  Brandi was employed by C & N Bank, Wellsboro, PA and was very active in Sister...

Robert H. Roby

Robert H. Roby

Dec 12, 2021

Robert H. Roby, age 90, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Sunday, December 12, 2021.  He was born on May 4, 1931 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of the late Dana and Vivian (Knapp) Roby.  He was a Korean war veteran serving with the US Army and was married to Vivian (Krause) Roby.  He was the owner of Roby's Garage...

Rev. Darwin J. “Tink” Cranmer

Rev. Darwin J. “Tink” Cranmer

Dec 9, 2021

Rev. Darwin J. "Tink" Cranmer, age 82, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, December 09, 2021.  He was born on August 17, 1939 in Blossburg, PA a son of the late Darwin L. and Celia B. (Howey) Cranmer and was married to Mary L. (Vogel) Cranmer.  Tink was a journeyman lineman / electrician for 30...

Cleone Marie (Cranmer) Carleton

Cleone Marie (Cranmer) Carleton

Dec 6, 2021

Cleone Marie (Cranmer) Carleton, age 88, of Tioga, PA died on Monday, December 6, 2021.  She was born on August 5, 1933 in Wellsboro, PA, daughter of the late Darwin and Celia (Howey) Cranmer. She was married to A. Kelsey Carleton for just a few days short of 72 years. Cleone was a part-time employee at CN Bank for...

Pamela J. (Bencus) Mulder

Pamela J. (Bencus) Mulder

Dec 2, 2021

Pamela J. (Bencus) Mulder, age 71, of Covington, PA, died on Thursday, December 2, 2021.  She was born on August 25, 1950 in Rochester, NY, a daughter of the late Stanley Bencus and Cynthia (Lamay) Wetherbee.  Pam was a member of the River of Life Fellowship Church, Mansfield, PA and was formerly employed by EMTA as a bus driver. ...

Gordon L. Lenher

Gordon L. Lenher

Dec 2, 2021

Gordon L. Lenher, age 83, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, December 2, 2021.  He was born on April 30, 1938 in Camden, NJ a son of the late Norman and Grace (VanSciver) Lenher and was the husband of Adele (Ransom) Lenher.  Gordon was a member of the Dexter Baptist Church and was a land surveyor for many years. ...

Mary Ann (Davis) Sick

Mary Ann (Davis) Sick

Nov 27, 2021

Mary Ann (Davis) Sick, age 87, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Saturday, November 27, 2021.  She was born on August 1, 1934 in Mansfield, PA a daughter of the late Leigh and Anna (Phelps) Davis.  She was married to Ronald D. Sick, Jr. who passed away in 2018.  Mary was employed by Dunham's Department Store as a buyer and...

Donald F. Focht

Donald F. Focht

Nov 5, 2021

Donald F. Focht, age 91, of Covington, PA, formerly of Wellsboro, PA, died on Friday, November 05, 2021.  He was born on October 12, 1930 in Wellsboro, PA a son of the late Marvin E. and Susie (Shaw) Focht and was married to the late Betty M. (Kennedy) Focht.  Don was a Korean War veteran serving with the US...

Denison W. Young

Denison W. Young

Oct 27, 2021

Denison W. Young, age 88, of Wellsboro, PA, formerly of Syracuse, NY, died on Wednesday, October 27, 2021.  He was born on August 28, 1933 in Corning, NY a son of the late George H. and Priscilla (Williams) Young and was married to Adele (Schepp) Young for 51 years.  Denny attended Hamilton College, Clinton, NY and graduated from the...

William C. “Bill” Freeman

William C. “Bill” Freeman

Oct 27, 2021

William C. "Bill" Freeman, age 75, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Wednesday, October 27, 2021.  He was born on November 8, 1945 in Springfield, MA a son of the late Merrell and Betty Lou (Fay) Freeman.  He graduated from Canton Area High School and was a Vietnam Veteran serving with the US Army.  Bill worked on the family farm...

Jessica C. (Avila) Virgo

Jessica C. (Avila) Virgo

Oct 27, 2021

Jessica C. (Avila) Virgo, age 38, of Hughesville, PA, passed away on Wednesday, October 27, 2021.  She was born on October 8, 1983 in San Diego, CA a daughter of James Avila and Dorothy L. (Quintana) Tyler.  She was employed by Kidron, Montgomery, PA.  Jessica is survived by her parents: James (Sherryl) Avila of San Diego, CA, Dorothy Tyler...

Bernard R. “Bernie” Simmons

Bernard R. “Bernie” Simmons

Sep 26, 2021

Bernard R. "Bernie" Simmons, age 84, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Sunday, September 26, 2021.  He was born on May 4, 1937 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of the late Perley L. and Nora (Gitchell) Simmons and was married for 42 years to Billie M (Shinafelt) Simmons.  Bernie was retired from Dresser Manufacturing, Wellsboro, PA and was a life...

Richard L. Wilkinson

Richard L. Wilkinson

Sep 15, 2021

Richard L. Wilkinson, age 78, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Wednesday, September 15, 2021.  He was born on September 6, 1943 in Wellsboro, PA a son of the late Ivan and Elizabeth (Campbell) Wilkinson.  Rich was married to Roxanne L. (Dewey) Wilkinson and was employed for 37 years as a vice president, loan officer and regional supervisor for Citizens...

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