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SALSMAN –HAZEL L. MAY age 88 formerly of Pine Valley, NY passed away Thursday June 1, 2000 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Mrs. May was born February 25, 1912 in Windham Township, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late H. A. and Amanda J. Kelly Salsman. Hazel married her husband John E. May, who predeceased her on December 16, 1985. She was also predeceased by several brothers and sisters. Hazel had been a resident of Elcor Nursing Home in Horseheads, NY. Mrs. May is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law; Arlene & Bernard Kissell of Cayuta, NY, Marjorie & Owen Loomis of Newark Valley, NY, Ruth Sharpe of Daytona Beach, Florida and Diane & Dale Manwaring of Arvada, Colorado; son James May of Sayre, PA; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister; Berneta Newman of Pittston, PA; sister-in-law: Edna Lee of Towanda; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends including her best friend, Bea Burden of Montour Falls, NY. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Van Buskirk-Lynch Funeral Home, Mill St. & Grand Central Ave., Horseheads, NY on Sunday, June 4, 2000 from 2-4 and 7-8 p.m. Hazel’s funeral and committal services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 8 p.m. with the Rev. Donald L. Roe officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luther Mills, PA. –Elmira Star Gazette
DORANCE L. “CHUB” SAMPSON SR., 74, Troy, RR #3, West Burlington Township passed away August 1, 2005 at the Troy Community Hospital, Troy. Born February 15, 1931, in Greg, NY, he was the son of the late Bernard and Camilla Weber Sampson. On August 24, 1953, he married the former Alice Joslyn. He was employed by the Bradford County Manor in West Burlington for several years before his retirement. Mr. Sampson enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working in his garden. Surviving are his wife of 52 years, Alice, at home; sons, Dorance L. Sampson Jr. and wife Anita Sampson, Roseville, PA and David L. Sampson and wife Felica Sampson, LeRoy; daughter, Sara C. Magahan and her fiancé, Richard Maines, North Towanda; 15 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Betty Stevens, Chenango Bridge, NY. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Jeffery Samspon in 1992; brother, Cletus Sampson. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. August 5, at the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, with the Rev. Francis Montgomery of the West Burlington United Methodist Church officiating. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
JEFFREY L. SAMPSON
Jeffrey Lawrence Sampson, 30, of Troy RD 3, West Burlington Township,
died August 15, 1992 as the result of a fire that destroyed his home. Born
November 23, 1961 in Sayre, he was a son of Dorance and Alice Joslyn Sampson
Sr. Jeffrey attended Troy schools and was formerly employed by Robert
Hettich General Contracting. At time of his death, he was employed
by Thomas Tice Construction of Austinville, PA. Mr. Sampson attended
the Burlington United Methodist Church. Surviving are a son, Dana Stone
of Troy; his parents, Dorance and Alice Joslyn Sampson Jr. of Troy RR 3;
brothers, Dorance Sampson Jr. of Mansfield RR 2 and David Sampson of LeRoy;
a sister, Sara Goulding of Towanda; and several aunts, uncles, nieces,
nephews and cousins. Graveside services were held August 18 at the Bradford
County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, with the Rev. Jack Feaster officiating.
Arrangements were by the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda. Memorials
may be directed to Jeffrey's parents, Dorance and Alice Sampson Sr., RR
3, Box 288, Troy, PA 16947 in Jeffrey Lawrence Sampson's memory. (TGR,
Thursday, August 20, 1992)
SANDS –BETHEL SANDS MCLAUD, 85, of Towanda passed away Saturday, July 31, 2004, at the Skilled Nursing Unit of Memorial Hospital, Towanda. Born Oct. 6, 1918, in Tunkhannock, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Markey D. and Mabel Best Sands. Bethel was a graduate of Tunkhannock High School, Class of 1936 and the Scranton Lackawanna Business College in June of 1937. On Sept. 26, 1938, Bethel married Robert G. McLaud. She was employed as a clerk in the Bradford County Treasurer’s Office from 1957 to 1965 and later was employed by the Bradford County Domestic Relations Department from 1972 until 1981. Bethel was a member of the Wysox Presbyterian Church and its Prayer Circle. She enjoyed reading, knitting, bowling and playing cards. Surviving are her daughters, Joanne M. Vago of Arlington, Va., and Freya M. Hasselbach and her husband, James L. Hasselbach, of Scottsdale, Ariz.; sons, R. Greg McLaud Jr. and his wife, Rita, of Towanda and Mark A. McLaud and his wife, Barbara, of Towanda; four grandchildren, Beth H. West and her husband, Thad West, of Phoenix, Ariz., Chris R. McLaud of Towanda, Leigh Ann Lamb and her husband, Douglas Lamb, of La Plata, Md., and Alexandria J. Lundy of Towanda; two great-grandchildren, Ryan and Abigail West of Phoenix, Ariz.; a brother, Marvin A. Sands and his wife, Evelyn Sands, of Tunkhannock, Pa. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert G. McLaud, on April 5, 1998; her mother, Mabel Best Sands, on July 31, 1965; her father, Markey D. Sands, on April 17, 1980; her brother, Roy Sands, on Feb. 4, 1935; and her sister, Alice Wintermute, on July 2, 2000. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2004, at 11 a.m. at the Wysox Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Roger E. Griffith, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service Wednesday morning at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Wysox. Presbyterian Church, Wysox, Pa., or to the American Diabetes Association, North Canton, Ohio, or to the charity or organization of one’s choice in Bethel S. McLaud’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review.
JAMES E. SAVERCOOL, 42, of New Britain, Conn., passed away on Monday evening, Jan. 24, 2005 at his home. Born Feb. 3, 1962 in Waverly, N.Y., he was the son of Mary O’Keefe Savercool and the late William Savercool. James attended Sayre High School and in earlier years was employed in the retail business in Buffalo, N.Y. He was a veteran of the Persian Gulf War having served in the U.S. Army during desert Storm. James was later employed by Hills Department Store in Buffalo, N.Y., and at the time of his death was employed by Wal-Mart in New Britain, Con. He is survived by his son, Brandon J. Savercool; two daughters, Courtney L. Savercool and Tiffany G. Savercool, all of York, Pa.; his mother, Mary Savercool of Waverly, N.Y.; four brothers, William Savercool and his wife, Shirley, of Waverly, N.Y.; Don Savercool and his wife, Mary, of Wysox; Thomas Savercool and his wife, Patty, of Sayre; Patrick Savercool and his wife, Dody, of Towanda; five sisters, Penny Pruyne of Luthers Mills; Mary Matthews and her husband, Richard, of Sayre; Cathy Kithcart and her husband, Richard, of Sayre; Maureen Comstock and her husband, Chuck, of Athens; Marcy Savercool of Waverly, N.Y.; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, William Savercool in 1972; and by a sister, Carolyn Greene in 1981. The funeral and committal service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 30, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with pastor Paul Case of the Pilgrim Holiness Church of Sayre officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 2-3 p.m. Sunday afternoon. Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. –Towanda Daily Review.
Walter Arthur SAWYER, JR., age 68, of Austinville, PA passed
away on Thursday, December 14, 2000 at home. He was born on February
14, 1932 in Springfield Township, PA, a son of Walter A. and Ina (Evans)
Sawyer Sr. At the age of 15 Walter became a victim of polio.
He made the best of his handicap and became a successful income tax preparer,
serving clients for over 30 years. His outlook taught many people
a lesson in courage. Walter is survived by his brother, Thomas H.
(E.J. Berlin) Sawyer of Oklahoma City, OK; sisters, Irene T. (Nicholas)
Jabore of Elmira, NY, Leona S. (Roy Jr.) Garrison of Troy, PA, Marie P.
Sherman of Columbia Cross Roads, PA and Bonnie (Gordon) Ritchie of Louisville,
KY; several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his father,
Walter A. Sawyer Sr. in November of 1967; his mother, Ina (Evans) Sawyer
on July 24, 1997. Funeral services were held at the Vickery funeral
Home in Troy on December 18 with the rev. Kenneth Marple officiating and
interment to be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills.
Memorial contributions in Walter’s name may be directed to the Austinville
Union Church, c/o Kenneth Marple, RR 1, Box 368, Troy, PA 16947 or to the
March of Dimes Foundation, 1534 Highway 315,
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.
SAWYER Walter Arthur SAWYER, Jr., 68, of Austinville, PA, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2000, at home. He was born on Feb. 14, 1932, in Springfield Township, a son pf Walter A. and Ina EVANS SAWYER Sr.. At the age of 15 Walter became a victim of polio. His mother, who was also his best friend, devoted her entire life to his care. Through perseverance and technology, he made the best of his handicap and became a successful income tax prepare, serving hundreds of clients for over thirty years. His humorous outlook toward life, as well as the strength and fortitude he possessed, has taught many people a lesson in courage. Walter is survived by his brother, Thomas H (E.J. Berlin) SAWYER of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; sisters, Irene T. (Nicholas) JABORE of Elmira, NY, Leona S. (Roy Jr.) GARRISON of Troy, Marie P. SHERMAN of Columbia Cross Roads and Bonnie (Gordon) RITCHIE of Louisville, Kentucky; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Walter A. Sawyer Sr. in November of 1967 and his mother, Ina EVANS SAWYER on July 24, 1997. Friends are invited to call at the Gerald W. Vickery Jr.Funeral Home Inc., 110 West Main Street, Troy, on Monday, Dec. 18, 2000, from 10 to 11 a.m.. The funeral service will immediately follow at the funeral home with the Rev. Kenneth MARPLE. pastor of the Austinville Union Church, officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. Memorial contributions in Walter's name may be directed to the Austinville Union Church, in care of Kenneth MARPLE, RR 1, Box 368, Troy, PA 16947, or to the March of Dimes Foundation, 1534 Highway 315, Wilkes Barre, PA. 18702.
SAXE –MAHALA ALICE REED age 80, of Sugar Run passed away on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2004 at the Cary Health and Rehabilitation Center in Cary, N.C. Mahala was born in Wilmot Township, Bradford County on Aug. 11, 1924 a daughter of the late Daniel and Margaret Tinin Saxe. She attended local schools and married Lewis James Reed of Taylor, Pa. on April 17, 1954. They resided in Vestal, N.Y. for over 20 years, retiring to Sugar Run in 1976. Lewis predeceased her on Feb. 8, 2002. Prior to her marriage she was employed as a textile worker in the Dushore silk mill. While residing in Vestal she was employed as an in-home child care provider. Mahala loved gardening and took great pride in the beautiful flowers she raised. She also enjoyed the time she was able to spend with her son and her grandchildren both in Binghamton, N.Y. and later in Morrisville, N.C. Mahala was a member of the Hollenbeck United Methodist Church. While living in Vestal she was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Vestal. Surviving are: a son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Lisa Reed of Morrisville, N.C.; sisters, Dorothy Knolles of Athens, Rose Smith of Johnson City, N.Y and Josephine Cain of Binghamton, N.Y.; a brother-in-law, James Reed of Wyalusing; sister-in-law and spouse, Gertrude Whipple of Wyalusing, Ruth Everlin of Wyalusing, Edith Reed of Ocala, Fla. and Doris and William Madill of Monroeton; grandchildren, Christopher, Alexander and Nancy Reed of Morrisville; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, Thomas and Martin Saxe of Wilmot and Daniel Saxe of Brackney, Pa. and sisters, Lenora Corgan of Kingston, Pa., Gertrude Larrabee of Wyalusing, Regina Barry of Vestal Center, N.Y., Margaret Cummiskey of Hatboro, Pa. and Marietta Schrann of Vestal. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 4 at 11 a.m. at the P. Dean Homer Funeral Home, 1 Grovedale Lane, Wyalusing with the Rev. Dennis W. Fox, pastor of the Faith Baptist Church, Terrytown, officiating. Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Towanda. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday, Sept. 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. and from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. –Towanda Daily Review
DONALD W. SAXON, 70, Wysox, RR 2 passed away September 24, 1996 while surrounded by his family at home following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born July 4, 1926 in Towanda, the son of the late Elwyn and Clara Morse Saxon. On March 25, 1945 he married the former Rebecca Dinelli in LaPorte. This past March they celebrated 50 years of devoted marriage. Mr. Saxon was a graduate of Towanda High School, class of 1943. In earlier years he was employed by the phone company in Towanda and later by the Sardoni Construction Company, Wilkes-Barre, PA. At the time of his retirement in 1991, he had worked as a self-employed electrician in the Towanda/Wysox are for over 35 years. He was an avid gardener and his main interest was the love he shared for his family and home. Surviving are: his wife, Rebecca at home; three sons and daughters-in-law, Donald E. and Jane Saxon, Monroeton RR 1, Frank and Diane Saxon, Rock Hill, SC, Ernest and Susan Saxon, Burlington Twp.; a daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and Matthew Kinsman, Towanda, RR 3; a granddaughter, who was raised by Don and Becky, Brenda Dotter, N. Towanda; 12 grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; sister-in-law and dear friend, Josie Saxon, Powell; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Saxon was preceded in death by two daughters, LaNora and Angela Saxon; four brothers, Sam, Gerald, Max and Floyd Saxon. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m., September 27 at the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, PA with the Rev. Jasper Smith, retired Methodist Minister officiating. There will be no calling hours. The family suggests that memorials may be directed to a charity of one’s choice in Mr. Saxon’s memory. Arrangements are under the direction of the Pepper Funeral Home, Canton. –Canton Independent Sentinel
NORMAN E. SAYLOR, 87, on Monday morning, Aug. 30, 2004, Norman E. Saylor, 87, of Towanda RR 2, Asylum Township, ascended to his Heavenly Father and his beloved wife, Marge, who preceded him in death on Jan. 28, 2004. He was surrounded by his loving children at the Skilled Nursing Unit, Memorial Hospital, Towanda. Born July 19, 1917, in Towanda, he was the son of the late Blaine E. Saylor and Maude Schmeckenbecher Saylor. On April 12, 1940, he married the former Marjorie I. Horton in Tunkhannock, Pa. In early years he was employed by the Lehigh Valley Railroad and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. He spent the majority of his life in the sales, installation and repair of major appliances, having been employed at Middaugh’s and later at Harden’s Electric in Towanda. For two years he managed the Western Auto Store in Towanda until his retirement in 1979. Norman was a member of the French Asylum United Methodist Church. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather and will be deeply missed. Norm leaves behind six children and their spouses, Linda Johnson and Don of Towanda, Norma Crayton and Jack of Towanda, Susan Gail Detrick and Paul of Carlisle, Pa., Terry Saylor and Shelley of Towanda, Dan Saylor and Becky of Towanda, and Greg Saylor and Linda of Rome; 15 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law, Gerald and Phyllis Saylor of Sharbot Lake, Ontario, Canada; a sister, Janice Whitmer of Towanda; a sister and brother-in-law, Arlene and Frank Browning of Towanda; his mother-in-law, Camille Hope of Northumberland, Pa.; a sister-in-law, Eleanor Shafer of Selinsgrove, Pa.; and several nieces, nephew and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Blaine E. Saylor on Dec. 12, 1979, and his mother Maude S. Saylor on April 10, 1984. The funeral service will be held Friday, Sept. 3, at 2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Jean Montgomery, pastor of the North Towanda United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be private in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. The family will receive friends on Friday one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Wysox Volunteer EMS, Box 302, Wysox, Pa. or to the Skilled Nursing Unit of Memorial Hospital, 1 Hospital Drive, Towanda, Pa. in Norman E. Saylor’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review.
SAYLOR SHARON
The funeral for Sharon Saylor COX of Kennesaw, Georgia, formerly of
Towanda, was held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda,
with the Rev. John T. URBAN, rector of Christ Episcopal Church, Towanda
officiating. Interment was in the Bradford County Memorial Park Cemetery,
Luthers Mills. Pallbearers were John, Stephen, Terry, and Greg SAYLOR,
David BROWNING, and Edwin PIPHER. Daily Review Towanda.
SAYMAN - Esther A. Keeney, age 83, of New Albany, Pa., passed away on Friday, April 4, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Towanda, Pa. She was born on May 24, 1924, in Blakely, Pa., a daughter of the late Fredrick and Rosa (Silverstrim) Sayman. Esther graduated with the New Albany High School Class of 1942. She was a lifetime resident of New Albany. She was a very active member of the New Albany United Methodist Church. Prior to her retirement she was employed as a flex clerk for the New Albany Post Office, giving 20 years of her service. She enjoyed playing cards, tie quilting, collecting teapots, and cooking and baking bread. Esther raised eight children on her own. On Oct. 11, 1964, she was preceded in death by her husband, Wesley Keeney. She leaves surviving her children, Joseph (Mert) Keeney of New Albany, Gary (Sandy) Keeney of Sayre, Pa., Michael (Libby) Keeney of Towanda, Pa., Ronald (Jenn) Keeney of Troy, Pa., and Charles Keeney of New Albany; sisters and brothers Elizabeth Chapman, Dolores Cox, Fred Sayman Jr., Ervin Sayman and Howard Sayman; as well as her 15 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son and two daughters, James Keeney, Patricia Masteller and Robin Fitzgerald. Friends and family are invited to call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday, April 7, at the Russell P. McHenry Funeral Home, 119 Carpenter St., Dushore, Pa., and 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 8, at the New Albany Baptist Church, New Albany. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 8, in the New Albany Baptist Church, with the Rev. Daniel Jordan, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the New Albany United Methodist Church, Post Office Box, New Albany, Pa. 18833, in memory of Esther A. Keeney. - Published in the Towanda Daily Review 4/6/2008.
SCHOLMA Riek Scholma BLOKZYL, 80, widow of Henry Blokzyl of the Colonial Towers, Towanda RR 1, passed away Friday evening, Aug. 29, 2003, at the Skilled Nursing Unit, Memorial Hospital, Towanda. Born Jan. 16, 1923, in the Town of Winsum, Netherlands, she was a daughter of the late Roelf Scholma and Tetje Zwerver Scholma. Riek came to the United States in May of 1957 from the Netherlands. Riek's devotion in life was to her family and home. She enjoyed baby-sitting for area families for many years. She was a member of the North Towanda United Methodist Church. Surviving are her children, Grace Kring and her husband, Lewis Kring, of Summerfield, Fla., Tina Ackerman and her husband, Bob Ackerman, of Dunnellon, Fla., Cornelius H.J. Blokzyl and his wife, Cindy Blokzyl, of Towanda RR 1, Ralph Blokzyl and his wife, Karen Blokzyl, of Rome, Tetje R. Blokzyl of Sidney Center, N.Y., Henriette Blokzyl-Korb and her husband, Dave Korb, of Rome, Roy J. Blokzyl and his wife, Mary Blokzyl, of Towanda RR 3, and Henry John Blokzyl of Towanda; 32 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; four sisters, Jantje, Hennie, Annie and Minna, all of the Netherlands; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Blokzyl, on Aug. 3, 1979; a son, Albert Blokzyl, in May of 1992; a grandson, Neil Benjamin; two brothers, Rienk Scholma and Jan Scholma; and a sister, Tina Maring. The family will receive friends on Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2003, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the charity or organization of one's choice in Riek Scholma Blokzyl's memory. rkw
Floyd B. Schrader, Sr., age 74, of West Franklin, PA, at his home, Wednesday, April 18, 1973 unexpectedly. Friends may call at the Morse Funeral Home, 12 E. Main St., Canton Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral there Saturday at 2 p.m., the Rev. Richard Martin. Burial Bradford County Memorial Park Cemetery. Survived by wife, Ethel; sons, Floyd Schrader, Jr. and William Schrader both of West Franklin, PA; sisters, Laura Burroughs of Denville, NJ, Mrs. Flora Jarrett of Jersey Shore, PA, Mrs. Louesa White of Monroeton, PA, Mrs. Mildred Kelly of LeRoy, PA; brothers, Robert Schrader of Montoursville, PA, John Schrader of Luthers Mills, PA, Edgar Schrader of West Franklin, PA, several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was a farmer in the West Franklin area for many years; Franklin Township Road Supervisor for several years, member of the LeRoy I.O.O.F.; Towanda Valley Grange, Monroeton Rod and Gun Club; veteral of World War I; member of Towanda American Legion Post No. 42; charter member of the Last Man’s Club. Mr. And Mrs. Schrader celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary April 11th.
FLOYD ‘JR.’ SCHRADER, 80, of Burlington, Pa. passed away on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2006, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, N.Y. Floyd was born in LeRoy, Pa., on July 9, 1925, a son of the late Floyd Sr. and Ethel (Lawrence) Schrader. He graduated from Towanda High School in 1944 and soon joined the U.S. Army. Jr. was very proud to be a veteran of World War II and served in Europe and Africa. On May 16, 1948, Jr. and Nellie Wilcox were married. They made their home in West Franklin, where they raised five children and celebrated their 57th anniversary last May. In earlier years Jr. worked along with his father doing excavation jobs. He later was employed at BradCo. Supply Co. and then for P&M Mining. Jr.’s last job took him to Westover, Pa., where he was a state mine inspector until retiring in 1991. He and Nellie then returned back to the area to be near family and settled in Burlington. Jr.’s life was centered around his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also felt blessed with many dear friends and a large extended family. Known for his gift of gab and sense of humor, Jr. saw the good in everyone. He was happiest when able to just enjoy visiting with people. Jr. was a member of many organizations including Towanda’s American Legion, the VFW, the 40 & 8 group and the Last Man’s Club. He also was very active on Burlington’s election committee. He is survived by his beloved wife, Nellie, at home; two sons, Alan and Robin Schrader of Gloucester, Va., and Dale Schrader of Jill and Bob McNally of Monroeton, and Judy Schrader of RimRock, Ariz.; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Ada Schrader of Monroeton and Alice (Fred) Kozakovsky of Cooperstown, Pa.; two brothers-in-law, Bob (Marilyn) Wilcox of Granville Summit and Jack Briggs of West Virginia; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and neighbors. He was predeceased by his brother, Bill Schrader. The family invites friends to attend a memorial service in celebrating Floyd’s life at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 1, at the Pepper Funeral Home, Springbrook Drive, Canton. Retired Methodist minister Rev. Jasper Smith will officiate. Interment will be held in the Bradford County Memorial Park at a later date, with full military honors accorded. In lieu of flowers, his family suggests your consideration of a memorial to the American Cancer Society, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, Pa. –Towanda Daily Review.
JOHN L. ‘JACK’ SCHRADER JR., 68, of Towanda Township passed away Saturday evening, Nov. 10, 2001 at his home after an extended illness. He was born Nov. 7, 1933 in Sayre a son of John L. and Florence N. Carman Schrader Sr. Jack attended the Towanda schools and was a graduate of Troy High School class of 1950. In early years, Jack operated his own milk-transport business. He was later employed by GTE Sylvania in Towanda for 28 years, retiring from the research and development department in 1989. Jack enjoyed traveling, the outdoors, hunting, race cars and attending races at Dunn Hill and Chemung speedways. He was a member of the Bradford County Outboard Motor Club and enjoyed playing softball for various teams. He is survived by his wife, Lila Hitchcock Schrader; sons, Bret L. Schrader and Burton R. Schrader, both of Towanda; sons and daughters-in-law, Bart L. (Doreen) Schrader of Towanda and Brian J. (June) Schrader of Biddeford, Maine; six grandchildren, Rebekah, Steven, Ian, Damian and John Dale Schrader, and Caleb Spencer; sisters and brothers-in-law, Phyllis (Eugene) Mensch of Danville, Fla., Nancy (Thomas) Reed of Brackney; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, John L. Schrader Sr. on Sept. 28, 1981 and mother, Florence N. Schrader on Sept. 21, 2000. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Ronald Troup, pastor of the Monroeton United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Bradford County Humane Society, P.O. Box 179, Ulster, Pa. in Mr. Schrader’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review
SCHRADER –LAURA BURROUGHS, 86 of Troy and formerly of West Franklin, Pa. died on Thursday, April 22, 1982 at the Hillcrest Apartments in Troy. She was born on August 7, 1895 I West Franklin, the daughter of Bert and Sue Williams Schrader. She was a former member, past Noble Grand and Past District Deputy of the Rebekahs. She was a graduate of the Mountainside Hospital in Montcliar, N.J. Mrs. Burroughs was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Burroughs in 1968. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Sam (Suzanne) Wyatt of New Milford, Pa.; a brother, Edgar Schrader of West Franklin; three sisters, Mrs. Harry (Millie) Kelley of Burlington, Mrs. Jerry (Flora) Jarrett of Florida and Mrs. Harold (Louise) White of Florida; a grandson, Evan (Tim) Wyatt of Boonton, N.J.; two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Vickery Funeral Home, 110 W. Main St., Troy with the Rev. William Barnes officiating. Burial will be in Bradford County Memorial Park. Flowers will be provided by the family. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society. –Towanda Daily Review
WILLIAM L. ‘BILL’ SCHRADER SR., 73 of Monroeton RR 2, Monroe Township, passed away Friday evening, Oct 12, 2001 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Born Jan. 8, 1928 in West Franklin, Pa. he was a son of the late Floyd B. and Ethel Lawrence Schrader Sr. Bill attended the Towanda area schools and was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army Air Corps. On October 1, 1950 he married the former Ada Miller at his parents’ home in West Franklin. Mr. and Mrs. Schrader recently celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary on Oct. 1, 2001. Mr. Schrader was employed by GTE Sylvania in Towanda for 38 years until his retirement in 1989. He was a life member of the Franklin Fire Company and the Monroeton Rod and Gun Club. Bill was also a member of the Towanda Gun Club and the Sylvania Men’s Club. Surviving are: his wife; Ada Miller Schrader at home; his children, William L. Schrader Jr. of West Franklin, Kathleen Ann Herman and her husband, Theodore Herman Sr. of Mohrsville, Pa. and Gary L. Schrader and his wife, Genevieve Schrader of East Smithfield; grandchildren, Brett Schrader, Teresa Handley, Jason Schoonover, Stacy Johnson, Gary L. Schrader Jr., Derrick Schrader, Tonya Cummings and Christina Jones; numerous great-grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law, Floyd B. and Nellie Schrader Jr. of Burlington and several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends Monday evening, Oct. 15, 2001 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral home, 217 York Ave., Towanda. A memorial service will be held Monday evening at 8 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Ronald Troup, pastor of the Monroeton United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be private in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions may be directed to Guthrie Hospice, RR 1, Box 154, Towanda, Pa. or to the American Cancer Society, Bradford Unit, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, Pa. in Mr. Schrader’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review
SCHULTZ
Frances May 79 of Canton, PA, died October 11, 2001 at the Bradford
County manor. Friends may call at 10-11AM Mon. at Pepper Funeral Home,
Canton, with funeral service following. Burial will be in the Bradford
County Memorial Park.
SCOUTEN - Gordon W. Scouten, 91, formerly of Welles Mountain,
Terry Twp., PA, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2007 at the Skilled Nursing
Unit of Memorial Hospital, North Towanda Township, PA. Gordon was born
Aug. 19, 1916, at home in Hollenback, Wilmot Twp., PA, the son of the late
George R. Scouten and Georgianna Adams Scouten. As a young man, he worked
for Wilmot Township on road construction. At the age of 19, Gordon purchased
his own farm in Terry Township, which he operated for many years. He was
also employed by the Wyalusing Area School District for 10 years until
his retirement. Gordon was a member of the Kingdom Hall Jehovah's Witnesses
in N. Towanda. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Emma Lewis Scouten;
seven stepchildren: Bonnie Ayers of Nazareth, Jackie Zurowski and her husband,
Charles of Nazareth, Jeff Ayers and his wife, Aimee of Bath, Nancy Gilliard
of Missouri, Donald Gillard of Mississippi, Victoria Winford and her husband,
Jamie Winford of Mississippi; Glen Gilliard of Monroeton; 12 grandchildren,
numerous great-grandchildren; sister, Meryl Vanderpool of Rome; several
nieces, nephews and cousins and special friends, Steve Chant and family
of Wyalusing. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Bertha Scouten;
brother, Gerald Scouten and two sisters, Ruth McKernan and Arlene Lewis.A
memorial service will be held Friday Sept. 14 at 7 p.m. at the Kingdom
Hall Jehovah's Witnesses, Old Route 6, N. Towanda. Interment will be in
Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills.
Rocket-Courier - Wyalusing, PA; 13 Sep. 2007
Elmer L. SCOTT, 84, of Troy RR 3, PA died Tuesday, January 20, 1998 at the Bradford County manor. He was born May 10, 1913 in Armenia Township, Bradford County, the son of John and Helen Rogers Scott. He was a retired self-employed carpenter and house painter. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Alberta McNeal Scott; son and daughter-in-law, Albert (Ted) and Janet Scott of Horseheads, NY; daughter, Barbara Scott Doyel of Poulsbo, WA; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters-in-law, Russell and Gwladys Scott of Troy, George and Doris Scott of Troy, Ernest Scott of Troy; Mark and Louise Scott of Troy; sisters-in-law, Doris Lamb Scott of Sylvania and Evelyn Scott of Troy; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Phyllis Scott in 1994; father, John Scott in 1975; mother, Helen Scott in 1982; brothers, Clarence Scott in 1994 and Fred Scott in 1995; and sister-in-law, Violet Scott in 1997. Private funeral services will be held at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy with the rev. Kenneth Marple officiating an d burial to be in Bradford County Memorial Park. Memorials may be directed to the Troy Ambulance Association PO Box 13, Troy, PA 16947.
ELMER L. SCOTT, 84, of Troy RR 3, PA died Tuesday, January 20, 1998 at the Bradford County manor. He was born May 10, 1913 in Armenia Township, Bradford County, the son of John and Helen Rogers Scott. He was a retired self-employed carpenter and house painter. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Alberta McNeal Scott; son and daughter-in-law, Albert (Ted) and Janet Scott of Horseheads, NY; daughter, Barbara Scott Doyel of Poulsbo, WA; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters-in-law, Russell and Gladys Scott of Troy, George and Doris Scott of Troy, Ernest Scott of Troy; Mark and Louise Scott of Troy; sisters-in-law, Doris Lamb Scott of Sylvania and Evelyn Scott of Troy; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Phyllis Scott in 1994; father, John Scott in 1975; mother, Helen Scott in 1982; brothers, Clarence Scott in 1994 and Fred Scott in 1995; and sister-in-law, Violet Scott in 1997. Private funeral services will be held at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy with the Rev. Kenneth Marple officiating an d burial to be in Bradford County Memorial Park. Memorials may be directed to the Troy Ambulance Association PO Box 13, Troy, PA. –Towanda Daily Review
RUSSELL C. SCOTT, 86, of troy RR 3, PA died at home March 18, 1998. He was born September 2, 1911 in Armenia twp., Bradford County, PA, the son of John and Helen Rogers Scott. Russell attended grade school on Armenia Mountain and graduated from Troy High School in 1931. He married Gladys Snell of Towanda on August 20, 1937. Russell started a livestock business in 1931. He married Gladys Snell of Towanda on August 20, 1937. Russell started a livestock business in 1931 and worked at that business for 35 years, then went to work for the PA Department of Highways for six years. In 1972 he moved to Ft. Lauderdale, FL where his wife of 38 years died in 1973. He returned to Troy and went to work for Bradford County as a Deputy Sheriff at the courthouse in Towanda, PA from 1973 to 1983. On April 10, 1976 he married Gwladys Chubb and lived with her at her home until he died. Gwladys retired from Martha Lloyd Community Services after 33 years to care for Russell. Russell was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Troy for more than 50 years, serving as an elder of the church. In 1987 he became a member of the Austinville Union Church. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Gwladys Chubb Scott; daughters; Susan S. (Andrew “Doc”) Gee of Wellsburg, NY, Deborah S. (Albert) Willis of Armenia Mt., PA; step-daughter Rhonda Elkins of Gaithersburg, MD; granddaughters, Andrea Gee of Daytona Beach, FL, Karyn Gee of Wellsburg, NY and Third Class Petty Officer, Galenda D. Holmes, US Navy; great-granddaughter, Donyell E. Dodson (daughter of Glenda D. Holmes); step-grandsons, Michael Elkins of the US Coast Guard, Corpus Christi, TX, James Elkins of Gaithersburg, MD, Eric Elkins of Gaithersburg, MD; brothers and sisters-in-law, George (Doris) Scott of Troy, Mark (Louise ) Scott of Troy, Earnest Scott of Troy; sisters-in-law, Evelyn Scott of Troy, Alberta Scott of Troy, Doris Lamb Scott of Sylvania, several nieces and nephews. Russell was predeceased by his first wife, Gladys S. Scott in 1973; father, John Scott in 1975; mother Helen Scott in 1982; brothers, Clarence Scott in 1994; Fred Scott in 1995; Elmer Scott in 1998; sister-in-law, Violet Scott in 1997. Funeral services were held at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy on March 21 with the Rev. Kenneth Marple officiating and interment to be in in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers, Mills. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Guthrie Hospice, Box 154, Sayre. –Canton Independent Sentinel
SCOTT - GEORGE SCOTT
George E. Scott, age 87, of Troy, PA passed away Saturday, May
4, 2002 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda, PA. He was born February 22, 1915
in Armenia Township, Bradford County, PA, a son of the late John and Helen
Rogers Scott. Mr. Scott was an auctioneer and livestock dealer in the area
for many years. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church
of Troy, PA and a charter member of the Olde Covert Church of Armenia Mountain.
George was active in many organizations in the Bradford County area; co-owner
and auctioneer of Valley Stock Yards in Athens, PA; 32 degree Mason and
50 year member of Troy Royal Arch Chapter 261; member of the AASR Valley
of Coudersport, PA; and a member of Trojan Lodge #306 F&AM. Mr. Scott
is survived by daughters, Helen L. (Leon Jr.) Roberts of Sylvania, PA and
Georgia A. Pepper of Armenia Mt., PA; grandchildren, Melissa Roberts, Christopher
(Denise) Roberts and Joel Pepper; three great-grandchildren, Kyle, Kameron
and Kelsey Roberts; and a brother, Mark Scott of Troy, PA. In addition
to his wife of 59 years, Doris Benson Scott who died in 1999, he is predeceased
by brothers, Fred, Russell, Elmer, Ernest and Clarence Scott. Funeral services
were held May 9 at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy following visitation
from 12 to 2. Masonic services will be held prior to calling hours.
The Reverend Kenneth Marple will officiate and interment will be in Bradford
County Memorial Park in Luthers Mills. Memorials may be made in Mr. Scott's
memory to the Olde Covert Church of Armenia Mt., RR 1, Box 148, Troy, PA
16947. (TGR, Thursday, May 9, 2002)
Russell C. SCOTT, 86, of troy RR 3, PA died at home March 18, 1998. He was born September 2, 1911 in Armenia twp., Bradford County, PA, the son of John and Helen Rogers Scott. Russell attended grade school on Armenia Mountain and graduated from Troy High School in 1931. He married Gladys Snell of Towanda on August 20, 1937. Russell started a livestock business in 1931. He married Gladys Snell of Towanda on August 20, 1937. Russell started a livestock business in 1931 and worked at that business for 35 years, then went to work for the PA Department of Highways for six years. In 1972 he moved to Ft. Lauderdale, FL where his wife of 38 years died in 1973. He returned to Troy and went to work for Bradford County as a Deputy Sheriff at the courthouse in Towanda, PA from 1973 to 1983. On April 10, 1976 he married Gwladys Chubb and lived with her at her home until he died. Gwladys retired from Martha Lloyd Community Services after 33 years to care for Russell. Russell was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Troy for more than 50 years, serving as an elder of the church. In 1987 he became a member of the Austinville Union Church. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Gwladys Chubb Scott; daughters; Susan S. (Andrew “Doc”) Gee of Wellsburg, NY, Deborah S. (Albert) Willis of Armenia Mt., PA; step-daughter Rhonda Elkins of Gaithersburg, MD; granddaughters, Andrea Gee of Daytona Beach, FL, Karyn Gee of Wellsburg, NY and Third Class Petty Officer, Galenda D. Holmes, US Navy; great-granddaughter, Donyell E. Dodson (daughter of Glenda D. Holmes); step-grandsons, Michael Elkins of the US Coast Guard, Corpus Christi, TX, James Elkins of Gaithersburg, MD, Eric Elkins of Gaithersburg, MD; brothers and sisters-in-law, George (Doris) Scott of Troy, Mark (Louise ) Scott of Troy, Earnest Scott of Troy; sisters-in-law, Evelyn Scott of Troy, Alberta Scott of Troy, Doris Lamb Scott of Sylvania, several nieces and nephews. Russell was predeceased by his first wife, Gladys S. Scott in 1973; father, John Scott in 1975; mother Helen Scott in 1982; brothers, Clarence Scott in 1994; Fred Scott in 1995; Elmer Scott in 1998; sister-in-law, Violet Scott in 1997. Funeral services were held at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy on March 21 with the Rev. Kenneth Marple officiating and interment to be in in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers, Mills. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Guthrie Hospice, Box 154, Sayre, PA 18840.
SCRIVENS - LORENA S. HARRIS
Lorena S. Harris, 82, of Towanda RD 3, Burlington Township, died Thursday,
October 11, 1990 at Memorial Hospital in Towanda. She was born December
28, 1907 in New Albany, the daughter of John and Emily Gowin Scrivens.
Mrs. Harris was employed by the Westinghouse Corporation in Horseheads,
NY until her retirement in 1970. Surviving are sons and daughters-in-law,
Walter C. and Alta Harris of Monroeton, and Kenneth F. and Dorothy Harris,
Towanda RD 3; six grandchildren, Ronnie Harris and Mary Lou Rogers, both
of Towanda RD 3, Jane Palmer of Canton RD 1, Glen Harris of Wysox and Kay
McNeal and Tracy Harris, both of Monroeton RD 1; eight grandchildren; two
sisters and one brother; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased
by her husband, Frank M. Harris, in 1974. Funeral services wer held October
14 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda with the Rev. Emmalou Kirchmeier
officiating and interment to be in Bradford County Memorial Park. Friends
wishing may direct memorials to the Powell United Methodist Church, in
care of Mrs. Walter Harris, RD 1, Box 275, Monroeton, PA 18832 or a charity
of one's choice in Mrs. Harris' memory. (TGR, Thursday, October 18, 1990)
SCRIVENS –LORENA S. HARRIS, 82, of Towanda RD 3, Burlington Township, died Thursday evening, Oct. 11, 1990, at Memorial Hospital, Towanda. She was born Dec. 28, 1907, in New Albany, the daughter of John and Emily Gowin Scrivens. On March 4, 1925, she married Frank M. Harris. He predeceased her on June 23, 1974. Lorena was employed by the Westinghouse Corporation in Horseheads, N.Y., for 15 years until her retirement in 1970. She was a member of the New Albany Baptist Church and was affiliated with the Powell United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Powell United Methodist Women and was also a member of Iona Grange No. 272 for 47 years. Lorena was a thoughtful and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved her family, home and flowers. Surviving are two sons and daughters-in-law; Walter C. and Alta Harris of Monroeton RD 1, and Kenneth F. and Dorothy Harris, Towanda RD 3; six grandchildren; Ronnie Harris and Mary Lou Rogers, both of Towanda RD 3, Jane Palmer of Canton RD 1, Glen Harris of Wysox, and Kay McNeal and Tracy Harris, both of Monroeton RD 1; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Nellie Williams and Agnes McCarty, both of Athens; a brother, Frank Scrivens of Athens; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by two brothers, Freeman and Lloyd Scrivens. The funeral service will be held Monday, Oct. 15, at 1 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Emmalou Kirchmeier, pastor of the Powell United Methodist Church officiating. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Friends who wish may direct memorials to the Powell United Methodist Church, in care of Mrs. Walter Harris, RD 1, Box 275, Monroeton, Pa. or to the charity or organization of one’s choice in Mrs. Harris’ memory. –Towanda Daily Review.
SEIPLER, BRIAN LEE, Services for Brian Lee Seipler, 19 of Franklindale were held November 26 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda with the Rev. James Haupt officiating. Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park. Mr. Seipler died November 24, 1984. He was born on August 17, 1965 in North Towanda, the son of Floyd A. and Claire Brian Seilper Jr. He attended Towanda High School and enjoyed hunting, fishing and sports. Survivors include his father, Floyd of Franklindale; his mother, Mrs. Max (Claire) Otis of Monroeton; sisters, Christine and Jackie Seipler of Franklindale; maternal great-grandmother Eva Root of Troy; other grandparents and aunts, uncles and cousins. The family requests that memorials be directed to the Franklindale Township Fire Co., in Brian’s memory (TGR Nov. 29, 1984)
BIRAN LEE SEIPLER, 19, of Franklindale, died Saturday, November 24, 1984. He was born on August 17, 1965 in North Towanda, the son of Floyd A. and Claire Brian Seipler Jr. Mr. Seipler attended Towanda High School and enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as sports. Survivors include his father, Floyd A. Seipler of Franklindale; his mother, Mrs. Max (Clair) Otis of Monroeton; two sisters, Christine and Jackie Seipler of Franklindale; paternal grandparents, Floyd and Doris Seipler, Sr. of Monroeton RD 1; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Richard Evelyn) Wood of Monroeton; paternal great-grandparents, James and Nina Seipler of Monroeton RD 1; maternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Eva Root of Troy; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Private funeral services will be held this afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. James E. Haupt, pastor of the Monroeton United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park. There will be no calling hours. The family requests that memorials be directed to the Franklin Township Fire Company in Brian’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review.
FLOYD A. SEIPLER SR., 65, of Monroeton RD 1 died Monday evening, Aug. 22, 1988 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda, after suffering a heart attack at his home. Born Sept. 13, 1922, in Masten, Pa., he was a son of Nina Cole Seipler and the late James A. Seipler. Floyd spent his childhood in Laquin and later moved to Powell, attending the Laquin and Powell schools. On Jan. 28, 1941, he married the former Doris Birdsall. He was employed by the Burlinger Silk Mill in Towanda for 14 years and was later associated with GTE Sylvania in Towanda for 35 years, retiring at the age of 62. Floyd was well-known and possessed a host of friends from throughout the area. He was a Towanda Little League baseball enthusiast and seldom missed attending the games. He was also interested and active in hunting and fishing. Surviving are his wife, Doris I. Seipler; a daughter, Mrs. Jessie (Doris) Lee of Towanda; two sons, Floyd A. Seipler Jr. of Monroeton RD 1 and James W. Seipler of Rome RD 1, his mother, Mrs. Nina Seipler of Monroeton RD 1; a sister, Mrs. Carl (Dorothy) Hatch of Towanda RD 4; also several grandchildren; one great-grandchild; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his father, James A. Seipler, on Jan. 13, 1985; his sister, Olive Howard, on Sept. 9, 1986; a grandson, Brian Lee Seipler, on Nov. 24, 1984. The funeral service will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Emmalou Kirchmeier officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park. The family will receive friends this evening from 7-9 o’clock at the funeral home. The family suggests memorials be directed to the Towanda Little League in care of Mrs. Debbie Wilcox, treasurer, 232 Poplar St., Towanda, Pa. in Floyd’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review.
HOWARD J. SEIPLER, 61, of Powell, Pa. passed away Friday, June 4, 2004 at the Skilled Nursing Unit, Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa. Born September 18, 1942 in Towanda, Pa. he was a son of the late Edward and Olive Seipler Howard. Howard enjoyed working outdoors, helping his neighbors and caring for his cats. He also enjoyed NASCAR and baseball. Howard was very devoted to his late maternal grandparents, Jim and Nina Seipler. Surviving are; his sisters, Susan Vanderpool of Towanda, Barbara Campbell of Towanda, Dorothy Potter of Niagara Falls, N.Y., Rose Johnson of Towanda, Vicki Wells of Towanda; his former sister-in-law and special friend, Cheri Howard of Big Pond, Pa.; a good friend, Paul Allen of Weston; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, Olive Howard, his father, Edward Howard; brothers, Edward, Larry, Jeff and John Howard; sisters, Bonnie Donovan, Paula Howard Allen, Beatrice and Harriet Howard. The funeral and committal service will be held Monday June 7, 2004 at 4 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave. Towanda, Pa. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. The family will receive friends on Monday from 3 to 4 p.m. at the funeral home. –Towanda Daily Review.
JAMES A. SEIPLER, 86, of Powell died Sunday morning, January 13, 1985, at the Bradford County Manor. He was born August 14, 1898 in Beth Run, Pa., the son of Henry and Gertrude Sanders Seipler. In earlier years, Mr. Seipler was employed at various saw mills and worked in the chemical plant in Laquin. He was later employed by the Athens Foundry for over 30 years. On December 26, 1919, he married the former Nina Cole, and they recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary. Survived by his wife, Nina; a son, Floyd A. Seipler, Sr. of Monroeton RD 1; two daughters, Mrs. Carl (Dorothy) Hatch of Towanda RD 4 and Mrs. Edward (Olive) Howard of Monroeton RD 1; 13 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Daisy Hunter of Troy RD 3; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. James E. Haupt, pastor of the Monroeton United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park. Friends may call this afternoon from 2 to 4 p.m. and in the evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. –Towanda Daily Review.
SEIPLER - HOWARD, OLIVE MAE, Olive Mae Seipler Howard, 61, of Monroeton, RD1 died September 9, 1986 at Memorial Hospital in Towanda. She was born on January 12, 1925 in Laquin, PA, the daughter of James A. and Nina Cole Seipler. Her main interest in life encompassed her home and family. She is survived by her husband, Edward E. Howard at home; sons, Larry Howard of Big Pond, PA, and Howard Seipler of Powell; five daughters; her mother; 19 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three daughters, two sons and her father. Funeral services were held September 12 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda with Rev. Harry L. Ferguson, pastor of the Wysox Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park. (TGR Sept. 18, 1986)
SEIPLER - Olive Mae Seipler Howard, 61, of Powell, Monroeton RR1 died Tuesday evening, September 9, 1986 at Memorial Hospital in Towanda. She was born on January 12, 1925 in Laquin, PA, the daughter of James A. and Nina COLE Seipler. Her main interest in life encompassed her home and family. She is survived by husband Edward E. Howard at home, two sons, Larry Howard of Big Pond, PA, and Howard Seipler of Powell: five daughters, Rose Johnson of Towanda, Mrs. donald (Susan) VANDERPOOL of Townada, Mrs. Garn (Barbara) CAMPBELL of Towanda, Dorothy POTTER of Niagra Falls, NY, and Paula ALLEN of Franklindale: her mother, Mrs. Nina Seipler of Powell: 19 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; a brother, Floyd A. Seipler of Monroeton; a sister, Mrs. Carl (Dorothy) HATCH, Towanada RD 4, her mother-in-law, Mrs Frances HOWARD of Towanda; several aunts, uncles, neices, nephews and cousins. She was preceeded in death by three daughters; Bonnie DONOVAN, Beatrice and Harriet Howard; two sons Jeffery and Edward G. Howard; and by her father James SEIPLER. Funeral and committal services will be held Friday at 2 p.m., at the Maryrott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., towanda, with Rev. Harry L. Ferguson, pastor of the Wysox Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment will be at Bradford County Memorial Park. The family will receive friends this evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Submitted by Reva Howard Wagner from the Towanda Daily Review.
SEITZ –MARY E. LANTZ, of Milan, Pa., passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2005 at the Troy Community Hospital after an extended illness. She was born July 1, 1927, in Helena, Mont., the daughter of George and Marie Sorenson Seitz and Hilda Kjelstrom. She grew up in the Spokane, Wash., area and attended schools there. She married John E. Lantz on Oct. 4, 1958, in Groton, Conn. In 1986 she moved to the Valley area and she touched many local people’s lives. Mary was a member of Milan United Methodist Church and the Ladies Auxiliary of the V.F.W. of Arlington, Wash. She did a lot of charity work for various organizations. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, John, at home; children, George and Marie Lantz of Arlington, Wash., Charles and Caroline Lantz of Deer Lake, Wash., Dianna Cole of Middleville, Mich., and Dede and Russell May of Pasco, Wash.; 13 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter, sister, Ann Siedel of Spokane, Wash. and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends may call at the Milan United Methodist Church from noon to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 9, 2005. Memorial services will follow at 1 p.m. with her pastor, the Rev. Sandy Brandt officiating. Burial will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park. –Towanda Daily Review.
SELLECK Floyd W. Selleck, 91, of Melborne, FL and Punta Gorda, FL, formerly of West Burlington Twp., PA, passed away Wednesday, September 8, 1999 at the Holmes Regional Hospital in Melbourne, FL. Born September 21, 1907 in West Burlington Township, he was a son of the late Mark and Hattie Parkhurst Selleck. Floyd owned and operated his farm at Mountain Lake in West Burlington Township for many years. He was formerly employed by the Herman Rynfield Sons Corp. in New Albany and by the Valley Stockyards in Athens. Following their retirement in 1972, Mr. and Mrs. Selleck moved to Florida. Surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Dorothy and Richard Ellsworth of Port Charlotte, FL; sons and daughters-in-law, Daniel and Delores Selleck of Punta Gorda; Paul and Eva Selleck of New Albany and Arthur and Dorothy Selleck of Palm Bay, FL; a daughter-in-law, Karen Selleck of Ulster, PA; sisters, Edith Jennings of Monroeton, PA and Elizabeth Ward of Towanda, PA; 18 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Marion, in 1995; a son, Fred A. Selleck, in 1992; a brother Jesse and three sisters, Bertha, Ruth and Mabel. Funeral services were held September 11 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home in Towanda with the Rev. David Selleck, Mr. Selleck’s nephew from Clarion, PA, officiating and interment to be in Bradford County Memorial Park in Luthers Mills.
FRED A. SELLECK
Fred Albert Selleck, 53, of Ulster RR 2 (Saco), Ulster Township,
PA died Wednesday, December 16, 1992 at his home following a brief illness.
Born September 8, 1939 in Monroeton, he was a son of Floyd and Marion Baker
Selleck. He was a graduate of Troy High School and later served in the
US Navy from 1958 to 1960. In earlier years he was employed by Page's Block
Yard in Milan, State Aggregates in Wysox and Masonite in Wysox. He is survived
by his wife of 24 years, Karen Slater Selleck, at home; daughter and son-in-law,
Anita and Michael Shipman of Towanda; a son, Brian Selleck of Ulster RR
2; his parents, Floyd and Marion Baker Selleck of Punta Gorda, FL; three
step-grandchildren, Elisha, Michael and Benjamin Shipman; brothers and
sisters-in-law, Paul and Eva Selleck of New Albany, Daniel and Delores
Selleck of Raleigh, NC and Arthur and Dorothy Selleck of Palm Bay, FL;
a sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Riichard Ellsworth of Punta Gorda,
FL; his father-in-law, George Slater of Ulster RR 2; several nieces, nephews
and cousins. Funeral services were held December 19 at the Maryott-Bowen
Funeral Home in Towanda with the Rev. Effie Norris officiating and interment
to be in Bradford County Memorial Park with Towanda American Legion Post
No. 42 according full military honors. Memorials may be directed to the
American Cancer Society, 413 S. Main St., Athens, PA 18810 in Mr. Selleck's
memory. (TGR, Thursday, December 24, 1992)
SELLECK LULA
Ayers, Lula Selleck-aged 59, died Thursday morning, Sept 16, 1948,
in the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. She was the wife of Leonard Ayers
and resided on a farm near Ulster. She is survived by her husband and mother,
Mrs. Lorrin Selleck, Granville Summit, five daughters including Mrs. Catherine
Thorp, Columbia Cross Rds. and Mrs. Ruby Carman, Burlington, four sons
including Merritt, Gillett, and one sister, Mrs. Ruby, Gillett. The funeral
was held at the Burlington Methodist Church Monday at 2 pm with burial
in Bradford County Memorial Cemetery.
SELLECK - Peters, Rebecca Selleck Boyce-67 of Troy R D 3 died yesterday (1959). She was a member of the West Burlington Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband, Solomon Lee Peters; four daughters, Mrs. Sarah Navarini of Baltimore, Md, Mrs. Alwida Wolfe of Granville Summit, Mrs. Audrey Porter of Angola, Ind and Mrs. Beulah Roberts of Canton: son Aaron Boyce of Columbia Cross Rds; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Mildred Osgood of Troy and Mrs. Frances Spencer, Roaring Branch; a stepson Robert Peters, Troy; three brothers, Paul Selleck, Canton, Daniel Selleck, Ithaca, and John Selleck, Sayre. 15 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at West Burlington Methodist Church Saturday at 2 o’clock with Rev Owen Barrett and Rev Kenneth Stewart officiating. Burial will be in Bradford County Memorial Park. (Daily Review 1959)
Milton C. SEYMOUR JR. age 82, of Columbia Cross Roads, PA passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2000 at Troy Community Hospital. He was born October 21, 1917, in Columbia Cross Roads, PA a son of the late Milton C. Sr. and Florence B. Trask Seymour. Milton was a lifelong farmer and avid horse puller. He loved the outdoors and especially enjoyed hunting for raccoons. Milton is survived by his wife of 59 years, Evelyn O. (Brown) Seymour; daughters, Janet L. (Ira) Kessler of Columbia Cross Roads, Darlene A. (Max) Weed of Columbia Cross Roads, and Ellen B. (LaVere) Wheeler of Millerton, PA; grandchildren, Michael (Sharri) Weed of Columbia Cross Roads, Kelly (Chuck) Bastion of Troy, candy (Garry) Wolf of Columbia cross Roads, Deanna Wheeler of Millerton, Ira (Kathy) Kessler of Millerton and Debbie (Steve) Piecuch of Millerton; 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and numerous friends. He was predeceased by four brothers and five sisters. Funeral services were held September 22, 2000 at the Gerald Vickery Jr. Funeral Home Inc., troy, PA. Interment at the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Heart Association, 1704 Warren Ave., Williamsport, PA 17701, or to the charity of one’s choice.
SEYMOUR Sandra Lynn Loving daughter and sister Age 57, of Wilawanna Road, Elmira, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 6, 2005, at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was born July 1, 1948 in Elmira, the daughter of Floyd Bert and Evelyn May (Crawford) Seymour. Sandra is survived by her loving parents, Floyd and Evelyn; beloved siblings: sisters, Donalee (Leon) Horton of Elmira, NY, Linda (Francis) Grillo of Egan, MN, Robin (Robert) Grabb of Sayre, PA; brother, Kingsley (Karen) Seymour of Ovid, NY; along with several nieces, nephews and many cousins. Services for Sandra will all be held privately and at a convenient time for her family. Interment will also take place at the convenience of the family in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Towanda, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to ARC, 711 Sullivan Street, Elmira, NY 14901, in Sandra's memory. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY.
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SEYMOUR, Wilson E. "Pete" A longtime resident of the Southport community passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, March 1, 2005 at St. Joseph's Hospital where he had been receiving care at the age of 87. Born in Pine Valley, Pete was the son of Edward J. & Louise Comfort Seymour. In early years he was employed by the Dairymen's League in Horseheads. He became well known in our community for his many years employed by the Town of Southport with the Highway Department and his love of children was evident in the many years he was also appointed the Superintendent of Parks & Recreation for the town. In serving the Lord, Pete was a member of the Millerton Wesleyan Church. His many interests included woodworking, hunting, fishing, camping, and farming but most of all his family always came first. His loving wife and companion of 63 years survives him, Bernice Marie Seymour, Southport; along with their children, Donna & George King, Dundee; Ronald & Lois Seymour, Gillett, PA; Dena & Ward Friends, Millerton, PA; Linda & Butch Serfas, Woodbury, TN; siblings, Betty & Art Kerr, Pine City; and Phillip & Lea Seymour, Big Pond, PA; nine grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many cherished family friends. In addition to his parents, Pete was predeceased by his brothers, Willard, Gerald and Wayne Seymour and his sisters, Jeanette Kerr and Delores Criss. |
SHADDUCK –NAOMI M. WILLIAMS, 88, of 24 Packer Ave., Towanda, died Friday evening, Aug. 13, 1993, at the Skilled Nursing Unit, Memorial Hospital, Towanda. Born Aug. 31, 1904, in Corning, N.Y., she was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Margaret Wiley Shadduck. Naomi was employed by J.C. Penney in Corning, N.Y., and later by the Ruggles Department Store in Towanda. She also served as a nurse’ aide at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. She was a member of the N. Towanda United Methodist Church, where she sang in the choir. She was also a member of the United Methodist Women and the Ulster Grange and a life member of the Order of Eastern Star, Corning, N.Y. Surviving are: her foster son and daughter, James and June Jennings of Towanda, RR 1; sisters-in-laws, Ruth Hotaling of Lakeland, Fla., Sarah Hawker of Sebring, Fla., and Loretta Cooper of Tonawanda, N.Y.; a brother-in-law, Harold Williams of Gold Beach, Ore.; and good friends and neighbors Elaine Smith of Towanda and Bernice Lewis of N. Towanda. She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin Samuel Williams, in 1977; a daughter, Margaret Ann William, in 1961; and a sister, Eva MacMullen. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 17, 1993, at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, with the Rev. Larry Lutz, her pastor, officiating. Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service at the funeral home. The family suggests that memorials may be directed to the N. Towanda United Methodist Church in care of Jacob Guffey, RR 1, Box 297, Towanda, Pa. –Towanda Daily Review.
CLIFFORD THOMAS SHAFFER, 88, OF 103 Charles St., Towanda; passed away Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2004, at The Manor, West Burlington Township. Born Jan. 2, 1916, in Bradford County, he was the son of the late Thomas and Mable McKernan Shaffer. Clifford was a master mason and a member of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftsworkers No. 5 of Harrisburg, Pa. He was employed at various construction sites in Washington, D.C., and in the Northeast United States for many years until his retirement. Clifford was a member of SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Towanda, the Towanda Rifle and Pistol Club; Bridge Street Hill Rod and Gun Club; and the Towanda Gun Club. He enjoyed reading, the outdoors, hunting, fishing, trapping and playing the fiddle. Surviving are his daughter, Catherine Shaffer Horton of Athens; his sons and daughters-in-law, Paul Northrup and Gladys Northup of Tucson, Ariz., Dr. John Shaffer and Diane Shaffer of DeKalb, Ill.; his grandchildren, Dr. James P. Shaffer of Norman, Okla., Dr. Michael J. Shaffer of New Haven, Conn., Matthew P. Horton of Towanda and Mark J. Horton of Athens; his sister, Sylvia Shaffer of California; his half-brothers, Thomas and Dean Shaffer, both of New York State; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife, Iola Northrup Shaffer, on Jan. 28, 1990; his son James “Shag” Shaffer, on Feb. 27, 1970; and his son-in-law; Herbert G. Horton on Feb. 3, 2004. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 5, at SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Third Street, Towanda, with the Rev. Ronald Hughes as celebrant. Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to SS. Peter and Paul Church, Towanda, Pa. or to the Towanda Public Library, Towanda Pa. in Clifford Thomas Shaffer’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review.
SHAFFER –EMMA
E. CHASE, 108 widow of Fred K. Chase, formerly of Crestview Court, Athens,
RR 1, passed away Tuesday evening, Dec. 2, 1997 at the Bradford County
Manor. Born Aug. 28, 1889 in Forks Township, Sullivan County, Pa.,
she was a daughter of the late Phillip and Dorothy Monahan Shaffer.
Emma assisted her late husband Fred in the operation of their dairy farm
in Overton for may years and was formerly employed by the Bradford County
Manor for 28 years. She was a member of the United Church of Christ
in Overton, Pa. Emma took great pride and pleasure in creating quilts,
having made over 150 quilts for her family. She also enjoyed participating
in quilt shows. She is survived by daughters, Ruth C. Finch of Greens
Landing, Pa., Florence I. Glidewell of Dushore, Pa.; a son, Cluade R. Chase
of Towanda; a daughter-in-law, Janice Decker Chase of Lake Wales, Fla.;
25 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren;
several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by
her husband Fred K. Chase, a daughter, Marjorie L. Bacorn; three sons,
Ralph L. Earl A. and Carl R. Chase and a son-in-law, Donald Glidewell.
The funeral and committal service will be held Saturday, Dec. 7, 1997 at
2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda, Pa. with
the Rev. Robert Martin officiating. Interment will be in Bradford
County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. There are no calling hours.
The family will provide their own flowers and suggests that memorials may
be directed to the charity of one’s choice in Mrs. chase’s memory. –Towanda
Daily Review.
HAROLD O. SHAFFER, 74, of Athens Township died unexpectedly of natural causes at his home on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2002. He was born on June 27, 1928, in Forksville, to his parents, Omer and Cora Saum Shaffer. Mr. Shaffer was an avid hunter, outdoorsman and marksman. He loved to do woodworking. Mr. Shaffer loved life and his family was his life. He is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Gerald and Nancy Shaffer of Towanda, Brian and Retha Shaffer of Sayre, Harold Shaffer of Jacksonville, Fla.; daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Donald Paul Jr. of Halifax, Pa.; sisters, Mrs. Walter (Mildred) Bostwick of Waverly, N.Y. and Mrs. Bernard (Betty) Cabezut Magelky of Boulder Creek, Calif.; brothers, Calvin Shaffer of Phoenix, Ariz., and O. Kenneth Shaffer of Forksville; a very special friend, Estella Mingos of Sayre; grandchildren, Todd J. Shaffer, Travis W. Shaffer, Donald Paul III, Christopher J. Paul, Ryan Shaffer, Elizabeth Shaffer, Emalie Shaffer, Claire Shaffer and Jennifer Shaffer; and great-grandchild, Christopher R. Paul. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Elizabeth Christine Shaffer, in 1985, and two sisters, Marion Vial and Vera Miles. Friends and family may call on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2002, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Blauvelt Funeral Home, 126 N. Elmer Ave., in Sayre. Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. immediately following calling hours. Retired Pastor William Wells will be officiating. Burial will be held at the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. on Wednesday, Nov. 13, at 11 a.m. Those wishing to make memorial contributions in Mr. Shaffer’s name may do so to Greater Valley EMS, 904 N. Lehigh Ave., Sayre, Pa. –Towanda Daily Review.
SHEDDEN Brian L.
Age 40, of Gillett, PA, died August 14, 2007 at home after a courageous
battle with cancer. Brian was born October 8, 1966 to parents, Ronald and
Barbra (Cherkis) Shedden. He is survived by his loving wife of 19 years,
Shannon (Brudnik) Shedden; daughters, Lindsey and Kylee; son, Mason, all
at home; parents, Ronald and Barbra Shedden of Elmira; brother, Terry Shedden
(Jayne Rockwell) of Canton; sister, Lisa Shedden of Elmira; father-in-law,
Walter Brudnik; brother-in-law, Brian Brudnik; sister-in-law, Cindy (Michael)
Becker, all of Gillett; Debbie Brown of Wysox; also nieces and nephews,
Brittany (Alex), Christopher Becker, Kevin and Collin Shedden; aunts and
uncles, Glenn and Sandy Smith, Duane and Helen Kay Shedden, Dick and Joan
Shedden, John and Pam Cherkis, Harry and Marjorie Scheuffele; special friend,
Jeff Lee and special companion, Sadie Mae; many other friends and family.
Brian was a loving husband and father, an avid outdoorsman, a number one
mechanic, and a NY Giants and NASCAR fan. Family and friends are invited
to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY,
on Thursday, August 16, 2007, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with funeral service
immediately following the calling hours. Reverend Allen Goss will officiate.
Interment in Bradford County Memorial Park at the convenience of the family.
Thanks to Hope Lodge, Rochester, NY, staff at Highland Hospital, Strong
Memorial, Guthrie Hospice, Vickie and Russ, and Steve and Sally Sterling.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation can be made to CCSD for children's
education fund. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home. Published
in the Star-Gazette on 8/15/2007.
SHEDDEN –ELLEN MAY EPLEY, 81 widow of Charles E. Epley Jr. of Towanda RR 1, North Towanda Township, formerly of Wysox died Saturday, Nov. 9, 1996 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda. Born May 7, 1915 in Granville Summit, Pa., she was a daughter of the late Howard and Abbie Finney Shedden. On Feb. 9, 1944 she married Charles E. Epley Jr. Ellen and Charles celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1994. She was preceded in death by her husband on March 19, 1994. Surviving are: a sister, Anna Belle Harris of Towanda; a brother and sister-in-law, Leland and Mary Epley Shedden of Sayre; a brother, Howard Shedden of the Senior Citizens Building, Towanda; a brother-in-law, Irvin Epley of Drum, Pa.; two sisters-in-law, Myrtle Snyder of Athens and Grace Washburn of Florida and several nieces and nephews. The funeral and committal service will be held Tuesday, Nov. 12, 1996 at 2 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. Allen Hulslander, pastor of the Towanda First United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday afternoon at the funeral home. –Towanda Daily Review
LELAND D. SHEDDEN, 88, Sayre, formerly of East Towanda, passed away November 2, 2004, at the Sayre House, Sayre, PA. Born November 7th, 1917 in Granville, PA, he was the son of the late Howard Shedden, Sr. and Abbie Finney Shedden. He was a graduate of Towanda High School Class of 1935 and in early years was employed by the Fox Chase farm in Towanda. On February 20, 1943 he married the former Mary Epley in the Overton United Methodist Church. He was later employed by Sylvania Electric, Towanda for 33 years until his retirement. Mr. Shedden was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Towanda. Surviving are his wife of 61 years; Mary Epley Shedden at home; his children; Pattie S. and Adam Hozempa, Tunkhannock, PA; Nancy S. and Robert Smith, East Smithfield, PA; Becky S. Henry, Glen Burnie, MD; his grandchildren, Kimberly Smith Mastrantonio and her husband Shawn Mastratonio, Alan Smith and his wife Dana Smith, Christopher Henry and his wife Megan Henry, Kenneth Henry, Elizabeth Ann Henry; brother, Howard Shedden, Jr., Sayre, sister, Anna Belle Harris, Towanda; several nieces, nephews, cousins. He was preceded in death by sisters, Laura Miller and Ellen Epley and a brother Buddy Miller. The funeral service was held November 8th, 2004 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home 217 York Ave., Towanda, with Rev. Donald A. Anderson, pastor of the First United Methodist Church, Athens officiating. Interment was in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, PA. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the Sayre House, N. Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA in Leland D. Shedden’s memory. –Canton Independent Sentinel.
SHELLARD Donald MILLER SHELLARD, 71, of Saco, Ulster, RR2, passed away Wednesday evening Nov. 12, 2003 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Born July 9, 1932, in Sayre, he was a son of the late Ernest James SHELLARD and Rachel MILLER SHELLARD. Donald attended Sayre Area High School and in early years was employed by the Lehigh Valley Railroad in Sayre. He was later employed by GTE Sylvania in Towanda for 38 years until his retirement. Donald was a member of the Bradford County Historical Society. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing and hunting. Surviving are: His wife of 47 years, Pauline GUSTIN SHELLARD at home; Three children, Tina Marie LASKO and her husband Dr. George A. LASKO of Athens, Donald Robert SHELLARD of Saco, Ulster RR 2, and Brenda Louis LAMB and her husband Michael LAMB of Saco, Ulster RR 2; A granddaughter, Stephanie Marie STEVENS; A grandson, Terry Richard STATTERLY Jr.; Two sisters, June SHELLARD HIGLEY of Sayre and Louise SHELLARD MOORE of Sayre; Several nieces nephews and cousins: And many good friends. Donald was preceded in death by: His parents; a brother, Ernest James SHELLARD Jr.; And two sisters, Rachel SHELLARD and Rosemarie SHELLARD. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda. The funeral service will be held Monday, Nov. 17, 2003, at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Rodney SAYLOR, pastor of St. John's Lutheran Church, Sayre, officiating. Interment will follow in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills. The family suggests that memorial contributions may be directed to the American Heart Association, 1704 Warren Avenue, Williamsport, Pa. 17701 in Donald Miller SHELLARD'S memory.
SHEPARD - JULIA S. HOLTON
Julia S. Holton, 75, Bradford County Manor, died Friday, May
27, 1994 at the Manor. Julia was a member of the Gillett Baptist Church
and was a waitress at the Ex-Cel Dairy in Elmira for many years. She is
survived by her husband, Harold E. Holton of Millerton, PA; children, Helen
Kay Shedden of Gillett, PA, Richard L. Holton of Horseheads, NY, Shirley
D. Smith of Lindley, NY, Rodney W. Holton of Elmira, NY, John F. Holton
of Towanda, PA and Rosalie H. Hall of Troy, PA; sister, Helen S. Sweet
of Horseheads, NY and brother, Harold Shepard of Freeville, NY; 12 grandchildren
and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Olthof Funeral
Home in Elmira, NY, on May 30 with the Rev. George Herrick officiating
and interment to be in Bradford County Memorial Park. Those wishing may
make contributions to the Gillett Baptist Church or the Bradford County
Manor Activity Fund, RD 3, Troy, PA 16947. (TGR, Thursday, June 2, 1994)
SHERIDAN –GERALDINE SHERIDAN BRINK, 75, wife of Robert Brink Jr. of Ulster RR 2 died Sunday evening, Sept. 19, 1993 at the Bradford County Manor. Born Nov. 20, 1917 in Monroeton she was a daughter of the late Eugene and Lula Shiner Sheridan. Geraldine was a 1936 graduate of the Monroeton High School and on Nov. 18, 1939 she married Robert Brink, Jr. She was employed for several years by the Towanda Folding Box Co. Geraldine’s main interest throughout life encompassed her home and friends. She also enjoyed music, especially singing. Surviving are: her husband, Robert at home; two brothers; Joseph Sheridan of Chicago, Ill., and Philip Sheridan of Phoenix, Ariz.; two nieces; Doris Hugo of New Albany and Amanda Goodstall of New York State; several cousins, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law. She was preceded in death by a brother, Wayne Sheridan and a sister, Eloise Wilcox. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, 1993 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, 217 York Ave., Towanda with the Rev. Harry L. Ferguson, pastor of the Wysox Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment will be in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, Pa. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m., Tuesday at the funeral home. –Towanda Daily Review
WILLIAM E. SHOEMAKER, 69 of Wyalusing RD 3, Herrick Township, formerly of Wysox died late Tuesday evening, June 4, 1991 at Memorial Hospital, Towanda. Born Oct. 5, 1921 in Laceyville he was a son of the late Myron E. and Anna L. Marshall Shoemaker. He was a veteran of World War II having served in the U.S. Army and in early years was employed by the Ernie Clappers Garage in Laceyville. He was later employed for 34 years at GTE Sylvania in Towanda until his retirement in 1984. Mr. Shoemaker enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf and baseball. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Gloria E. Moshier Shoemaker at home; a son and daughter-in-law, William C. and Cathy Shoemaker of Wysox; four daughters and sons-in-law, Rosemary and Michael Bates of Sanford, Fla., Sally and Perry Maddox of Wysox, Linda and Thomas Muller of Farmington, N.Y. and Helen and Christopher Sitas of Wyalusing RD 3; 13 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Helen VanHouten of Waverly, N.Y.; two brothers, M. Marshall Shoemaker of Georgetown, Grand Caymen Island, and James Shoemaker of Binghamton, N.Y.; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by a brother, Robert W. Shoemaker, April 30, 1989. A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral home, Towanda. Interment will be in Bradford County Memorial Park. There will be no calling hours. Friends who wish may direct memorials to the Wysox Volunteer Emergency Medical Services, Box 302, Wysox, Pa., to Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Pa. or to the charity or organization of one’s choice in Mr. Shoemaker’s memory. –Towanda Daily Review
MYRON C. ‘MICKEY’ SHRIMP, 64 of 106 Elmira Ave., Sayre died Saturday, May 4, 1991 at his home following a lingering illness. Born Feb. 15, 1927 in Dushore he was a son of the late Walter and Laura Teeter Shrimp. He spent most of his lifetime in the Bradford and Sullivan County areas. Mr. shrimp was a veteran of World War II having served in the U.S. Army. Until his retirement he was employed as a stone mason. He was preceded in death by one brother in 1990. He was an avid sportsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Mr. Shrimp is survived by three daughters; Mrs. Betsy Melan, stationed in Korea; and Mrs. Peggy Molyneux and Mrs. Lora Molyneux, both of Dushore RR 4. Also surviving are two brothers, Eugene Shrimp of Rome and Donald Shrimp of Wysox and eight grandchildren. Funeral and committal services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Russell P. McHenry Funeral home, 119 Carpenter St., Dushore with the Rev. Robert Broome, pastor of the Millview Wesleyan church officiating. Burial will be in Bradford County Memorial Park Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Friends may call at McHenry’s Friday from 7-9 p.m. –Towanda Daily Review
KENNETH ARTHUR SHRIVER, 74, Canton, PA, passed away May 7, 2002 at Troy Community Hospital, Troy. Born July 23, 1927, he was a son of the late Adam and Florence Mosher Shriver. He resided with the Larry and Melissa Dunbar and family. Mr. Shriver was loved and will be missed greatly by family and friends. Surviving are Larry and Melisssa Dunbar, Jennifer Dunbar, Joshua Dunbar, Parker Dunbar, all of Canton; sister, Marian Campbell, Franklindale; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Jean Lane. The funeral and committal service was held May 11 at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda with Pastor Joseph Alkire, of the Fellowship Bilbe Church, Troy officiating. Interment was in the Bradford County Memorial Park, Luthers Mills, PA –Canton Independent Sentinel.
SHUMWAY –WILMA JEANNE BROWN, 73, of Dundee, N.Y., died Sunday,
June 1, 1997, at home. Mrs. Brown was born on Sept. 11, 1923, in
Dushore, Pa., the daughter of Durland Wilcox and Fannie Melissa Campbell
Shumway. She married the late Willard B. Brown in Towanda, on Sept.
6, 1940. He passed away on May 11, 1996. She continued her
education later in life. She received her master’s degree in three
years from Elmira College at the age of 40, majoring in English, with a
minor in French. She became a high school English teacher having
taught in Waverly Central; Honeoye Falls; Campbell Central; and finally
Dundee Central, where she retired in 1986. She may be remembered
for a column she wrote for the Star Gazette newspaper titled “Visit With
Jeanne.” She also taught dance at Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Elmira,
N.Y. During her retirement she owned and operated “Billie Jeanne
Dolls,” selling and restoring vintage dolls. She had lived in Dundee
since 1968, and previously lived in Elmira. She attended the Dundee
Baptist Church and was a founding member of Beta Phi Chapter Delta Kappa
Gamma International, Honorary Society for Women Educators. In 1986
she joined Gu-Ya-No-Ga Chapter National Society Daughters of the American
Revolution, and served as chairman of several committees and was regent
from 1989 to 1992. She was a past member of the Dundee Order of the
Eastern Star, and the Dundee Teacher Association. Mrs. Brown is survived
by two sons, Gary W. (Diana) Brown of Dundee and Edward K. (Diane) Brown
of Elmira; two daughters, Linda “Josie Brown” (Jim) Murphy of Nashville,
Tenn., and Rosalie Kendall of Horseheads; one brother, Durland K. (Sara)
Shumway of Towanda; two sisters, Jacqueline J. Jacobs of Niagara Falls
and June “Pete” (Stanley) Mayes of Sun city, Ariz.; 14 grandchildren; 21
great-grandchildren; several step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren;
and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister
Barbara J. Wilson, of Mesa, Ariz., in 1992. Memorial contributions,
in her memory may be made to delta Kappa Gamma Beta Phi Chapter Educational
Scholarship fund; c/o Susan Stevens, treasurer, 91 Briarcliff Drive, Horseheads,
N.Y. –Towanda Daily Review.
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