Tri-Counties Genealogy & History by Joyce M. Tice Alder Run Cemetery, Jackson Township, Tioga County PA Obituaries Bradford County PA Chemung County NY Tioga County PA

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Reading a series of obituaries from a single cemetery, as they are presented here, is like reading the multi-generational history of a community. These people were the local populace at a particular time. The people buried here knew each other, were neighbors, relatives and school mates. They attended church together and engaged in "trade" or business.  All people are listed in alphabetic order by surname at BIRTH. Women identified by a married alias only and  for whom a birth surname can not be identified, are listed on the last page for the cemetery's obituaries.

ANDREWS, James
Long-Time Member of the Penn-York Ball League Age 82, of Millerton, PA, April 15,2002 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Elmira, NY. James was predeceased by his wife, Genevieve Andrews in 1988; his sisters, Neva Adams and Dora-Marie Adams; and his brother, Gary Andrews. He is survived by his son, James T. (Anna Cleveland) Andrews of Millerton, PA; his daughter, Sharon (Rocky) Wibirt of Pine City; his grandchildren, Shelly Emerson, Pamela Brown, Brian (Nicole) Wibirt, David Wibirt, Ronald (Krista) Andrews, Duane (Ellen) Andrews, Renee (Jeremy) VanDergrift; his great-grandchildren, Jessica Brown, Cody Wibirt, Brady, Treven, and Jayden Andrews; brother, Mert (Muriel) Andrews of Millerton; sisters, Geanne (Doug) Stone of Endicott, Joan Andrews of Elmira, and several nieces and nephews. James was a member of the Clarence Oliver American Legion Post #154, Elmira Heights, a former Elmira Moose member, and a current member of the Horseheads Moose.  A well-known baseball player and fan, he was also a long-time member of the Penn York Ball League. He was a US Army veteran of World War II and an avid hunter. James worked for Remington Rand for over 31 years, was a former employee of Bendix-Purolator Corp, and an employee of Penn Dot on the road maintenance crew. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home Inc, 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Thursday, April 18, 2002 from 6 to 8 pm and on Friday, April 19, 2002 from 11 am to 12 pm. Funeral services will follow immediately after calling hours at 12 pm, with Rev. Laurie Greenlaw officiating. Interment will follow in Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton,

ANDREWS Meredith S. "Mert" Age 88, of Millerton, PA, passed away Friday, May 20, 2005, at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira. Meredith was the son of the late Theron and Dora (Smith) Andrews. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Muriel (Fuller) Andrews; sons, Theron W. (Lynne) Andrews of Elmira, NY, and Larry R. (Sharlene) Andrews of Millerton, PA; grandchildren, Timothy M. and Jason E. of Atlanta, GA, and Scott (Erin) of Coudersport, PA; sister, Jeannine (Doug) Kingsley of Endicott, NY; sister in-law, Joan Andrews; also several loving nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by Neva (Floyd) Adams, Ellene (George) Bement, Dora Marie (Herb) Adams, Garry Andrews, and James "Bill" (Gen) Andrews. Meredith worked for E.L. Scheneck Electric before becoming owner/operator of Andrews Electrical Contracting business. He was a Small Fry baseball coach in Millerton, PA for many years. His favorite pastime was watching the Atlanta Braves Baseball team, and he also enjoyed hunting fishing and bowling. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. on Monday, May 23, 2005, from 5 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday from 12 to 1 p.m. with funeral there at 1 p.m. The Reverend Douglas Hodge will officiate, followed by graveside service in Alder Run Cemetery, Alder Run, PA. Those wishing may make memorials to The American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association; envelopes are available at the funeral home. The Family would like to thank the wonderful staff on 3C at Arnot Ogden Medical Center and Dr. Hicks for the care and kindness given to Meredith during his illness.

AUMICK - Kaci Sue Aumick, [SRGP 82140]  infant daughter of Dennis Aumick and Terri (Jayne) Makley of Mansfield, was born and died on Wednesday, April 25, 2007 in Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro. In addition to her parents, Kaci is survived by her maternal grandmother, Gloria Hamby of Mansfield; paternal grandmother, Dody Aumick of Mansfield; two brothers, David and Dustin Lockwood of Mansfield; four sisters, Ashley Weddleton, Brooklelee Makley, Samantha and Lydia Aumick of Mansfield; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Kaci was preceded in death by a paternal grandfather, Boots "Dennis" Aumick. Her maternal grandfather, Theodore "Ted" Jayne, went to be with Kaci the same day. Family and friends were invited to call on Sunday, April 29 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Jacquelyn A. Buckheit Funeral Chapel, Crematory and Monuments, PC, Mansfield. A funeral service was held immediately following the visitation at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial was made in the Alder Run Road Cemetery, Millerton. - Mansfield Gazette, 2 May 2007, p. 6A

BARBER - LOSINGER, Lois A.
Of Millerton, PA, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday morning, September 27, 2008 at her home in the care of her loving family. Lois was born on September 18, 1945 daughter of Nyal & Naomi Hendrix Barber I. Lois, married Michael Losinger on June 21, 1973 in Millerton. She held an Associates Degree in Business from Corning Community College, did tax preparation and bookkeeping. As a homemaker, she made a warm and comfortable home for her family and several foster children. Lois' interests included bowling, crocheting and family times. Her service to the Lord included being active in Women's Ministries and Missions within the Millerton Wesleyan Church where she was a member. She also served as the Cradle Roll Director and Church Historian. Lois is survived by her loving family, husband and companion of 35 years, Michael Losinger Sr., Millerton, PA; son, Michael (Ashley) Losinger Jr., Millerton, PA; daughter, Michele (Roland) Hostrander, Cortland, NY; grandchildren, Russell, Nyal and Elise; a brother, Richard (Cindy) Barber and a sister, Naoma Jean (George) Bird of Millerton, PA; many nieces and nephews whom she was very close to as well as her church family and many close friends. In addition to her parents, Lois was predeceased by her brother, Nyal A. Barber II and a nephew Richard C. Barber. Family and friends will be received for a time of visitation at the Millerton Wesleyan Church, Millerton, PA on Wednesday, October 1, 2008 between the hours of 4-6 p.m. A memorial celebration of her life and Coronation Service will follow at 6 p.m. with her pastor and friend, the Reverend Laurie Greenlaw officiating. Her ashes will be interred in Alder Run Cemetery at her families convenience. Memorial donations may be directed to the Millerton Wesleyan Church for Wesleyan Women Missions, 5174 Main Street, Millerton PA 16936 in her memory.
Published in the Star-Gazette from 9/28/2008 - 9/29/2008

NYAL BARBER
 Nyal (Bud) A. Barber Jr., 41, Troy and formerly of Millerton, died August 15, 1990. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and worked as a carpenter.  He is survived by sons, Nyal A. Barber III of Millerton, PA, Jason S. Barber, Clayton W. Barber and Troy J. Barber, all of Fort Worth, TX; fiancee, Carolyn Kilbourne of Troy, PA; mother, Naomi Hendrix Barber of Roseville, PA; sisters and brothers-in-law, Lois and Michael Losinger of Millerton, PA, Naomi and George Bird of Millerton, Margaret and Lester Sturdivent of Erie; brother and sister-in-law, Richard C. and Cindy Barber of Allentown, PA; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held August 18 at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira, NY with the Rev. Douglas Hodge and the Rev. Lynn Ensign officiating and interment to be in Alder Run Cemetery, Jackson Township, PA. (TGR, Thursday, August 23, 1990)

BARRETT - Mrs. Etta B. Friends: (SRGP 78529) Mrs. Etta B. Friends, 81, of Millerton R. D. 1, died late Sunday night, Feb 25, 1951. She was a member of the Alder Run Baptist Church, Survived by son, Lewis Friends, of Lawrenceville; daughters, Mrs. Donald Aumick, of Covington, and Mrs. Smith May, of Elmira; 15 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren. Funeral was held today at the Hagerman Funeral Home, Elmira. Burial in the Alder Run Cemetery.

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BEMENT, Edna I. Mitchell, age 88 of State Route 414, Hector, NY, Saturday, October 29, 1994 at Schuyler Hospital.  Friends are invited to call at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 East 4th St., Watkins Glen, NY Monday 7 to 9 PM and Tuesday 1 to 2 PM.  Funeral Services
there Tuesday at 2 PM. Rev. B. Fred Hannan Officiating.  Buriel will be in Alder Run Cemetery, Jackson Township, PA.  Memorials may be made to the Valois-Logan-Hector Fire Department Ambulance Fund, or the Townsend Grange.  Born January 13, 1906 in Elmira, NY to Ernest and Erma BROWN Bement.  She married Lester R. Mitchell, October 10, 1923 in Elmira, NY,  and lived in Hector for over 60 years.  She was a member of Hector Presbyterian Church and Townsend Grange.  Edna was predeceased by her husband of 65 years, Lester R. Mitchell.   Surviving is one son and daughter-in-law, James L. and Edith Mitchell of Hector;  grandchildren;  Judy (Leon) Conklin of Gainsville, FL, James L. Mitchell, Jr. of Elmira, NY,
Mary (Arnold) Weller of Elmira, NY, Althea (Alonzo) Johnson of Avon Park, FL, Pattijean (Larry) Avery of Elmira Heights, NY, Patricia Tuttle of Los Angeles, CA.  8 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild;  brother, George Bement of Millerton, PA; Sister, Mrs Sara Ladd of Westfield, PA; and several neices and nephews. (Submitted by Mary FARR Norwood)

BEMENT -  Frances, Beatrice Pearson
Age 67, of Millerton, PA. Passed away peacefully at Robert Packer Hospital Sayre, PA on May 4, 2002 following a long battle from cancer. Frannie was born in Millerton, PA, December 10, 1934; she was the daughter of late George and Ellene Andrews Bement. Surviving Frannie is her loving husband and best friend of 46 years Robert Douglas Pearson, her cherished daughter, Margaret and Son-in-Law, Tim Teed of Millerton, PA, two loving grandchildren, April and Chantell Teed; brothers and sisters, and their spouses, Virgilene and Harry Miller of Palm Bay, FL, Donald and Mary Bement of Millerton, PA, Wilda and Hal DeHaas of Pine City, NY and Gerald” Tommy” and Becky Bement of Millerton, PA., Sisters-in-Law, Helen and Wilmot Wheeler of Salt Lake City, UT, and Marilyn Pearson; several nieces and nephews and a host of dear friends. Her sister Vanetta Everett predeceased Frannie in 1997. Family and friends are invited to call at the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church, 1238 Pennsylvania Avenue, Pine City, NY Tuesday evening 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, May 8, at 11:00 am, her minister, Rev. William Vallet will officiate. Interment will follow in Alder Run Cemetery Millerton, PA. She was a member of the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church and Jackson Township Parks and Recreation committee. In lieu of flowers, Frannie requested that donations be made to Jackson Township Parks and Recreation, c/o Phyllis Curren, R.D4 184, Lawrenceville, PA 16929 or Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 1238 Pennsylvania Avenue, Pine City, NY 14871 in Frances Pearson’s memory. Arrangement have been entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.

BEMENT, MAURICE M.,   Maurice M. Bement, 77, of Millerton RD2, died June 18, 1987 at Robert Packer Hospital following an extended illness.  He was a retired employee of Facet Enterprises in Elmira and a life member of Millerton Volunteer Fire Department.  He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Irene Wheeler Bement; daughters and sons-in-law, Marilyn and Edwin Ferger of Sayre, Marcene and Charles Streeter of West Burlington, PA, Vera and Donald Reynolds of Corning; sons and daughters-in-law, Cecil and Chris Bement of Elmira, Robert and Brenda Bement of Millerton, Ronald and Joann Bement of Daggett, PA; sisters, Sara Ladd of Westfield, PA, Edna Mitchell of Hector, NY; brother, George Mement of Millerton; 17 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren.  Funeral services were held at the Olthof Funeral Home in Elmira on June 19 with Rev. Allen Hulslander officiating and interment to be in Alder Run Cemetery.  (TGR June 25, 1987)

BENSON, COLIN WAYNE, age 2 of Alder Run Road, Millerton, PA, passed away Wednesday March 27, 1996 at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA.  He is survived by his parents, E. J. and Lauretta Benson, loving brother Caleb J. Benson; grandparents; Ernest J. Benson, Sr. of Millerton, PA; Chet and Ellie Knapp of Millerton, PA, Bob and Nancy Wheeler of Covington, PA, Albert and Patty Tillinghast of Lawrenceville, PA; great-grandparents, Pete and June Wheeler of Millerton, Evelyn and Harold Fenner of Lindley, NY, Chet and Ruth Knapp of Millerton, PA; great-great grandfather Norman Wheeler of Millerton, PA.  Interment Alder Run Cemetery at the convenience of the family. –Elmira Star Gazette.

BREWER - QUEAL
          Anna B. Loving wife, mother and grandmother Age 88, of Millerton, PA, passed  away Tuesday, December 9, 2003, in the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY. Anna was the daughter of the late Lyman and Mary Oldroyd Brewer, born in  Mosherville, PA, April 6, 1915. She is survived by her husband of 67 years,   Warren Queal of Millerton, PA; son, Ronald (friend Theresa) Queal of St. Indigos,   MA; daughters, Brenda (Robert) Bement of Millerton, PA, and Patricia (George)  Cummins of Tioga, PA; son, Dennis (Patricia) Queal of Howard Beach, NY; 15 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Mary  Butcher of Edgewater, FL; and several nieces and nephews. Her parents and brothers, Judd, Joe, Grant; and sisters, Jen, Alice, and Helen, predeceased Anna. Anna was a homemaker who loved being a grandmother, shopping, and  traveling. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.,  1050 Pennsylvania Ave, Elmira, NY, on Friday, December 12, 2003, from 1 to 3   and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will immediately follow at 8 p.m. with Lay Minister Jennifer Wolf. Interment in Alder Run Cemetery at the convenience of the  family. Memorial donations in Anna's name may be made to Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation, c/o Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY 14905. Those wishing may leave a "Candle of Remembrance" for the family in Obituaries at www.olthof.com.

BREWER - Mrs. Genevieve B. Andrews (SRGP 37313)
Mrs. Genevieve B. Andrews, 62, of R.D. 1, Millerton, died Friday, March 11, 1988 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Elmira, N.Y.  She was a member of the Millerton Wesleyan Church and the Women of Moose.  Surviving are her husband, James Andrews, children, James T. and Bonnie Andrews of Lawrenceville, and Sharon and Rockey Wibert of Pine City, N.Y.; three sisters, Helen Smith of Florida, Ann Queal of Millerton and Mary Butcher of Horseheads, N.Y.; one brother, Judson Brewer of Millerton; seven grandchildren, Shelly, Pamela, Brian, and David Wibert and Ronnie, Duane and Renee Andrews; and several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services were held Monday, March 14, at the Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, N.Y.  The Rev. Lynn Ensign officiated.  Interment was made in the Alder Run Cemetery.  Contributions may be made in her name to the Millerton Wesleyan Church.
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BROWN ERMA
Mrs. Erma Bement, 87 of Nelson died Friday, June 8th, 1973 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Basil Ladd, Jr. following an extended illness; She was the widow of Ernest Bement. The Family received callers at the Kenyon Funeral Home in Elkland Saturday afternoon and evening. The funeral service was held in the West Jackson Baptist Church on Sunday at 2 o’clock with the Rev. Lawrence Westbrook officiating. Burial was made in Alder Run Cemetery at Alder Run. Mrs. Bement was a member of the West Jackson Baptist Church and a 60 year member of the Mitchell’s Mills Grange. She was born on July 30th, 1885 in Caton, N.Y.; the daughter of Maurice and Carrie (O’Neil) Brown.  Surviving are; her brother, Charles Brown of Pine city, N.Y.; one sister, Mrs. Harvey Faulkner of Montour Falls; two daughters, Mrs. Lester Mitchell of Hector, N.Y. and Mrs. Basil Ladd, Jr. of Nelson; two sons, George Bement and Maurice Bement of Millerton; 20 grandchildren, 60 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren.

COLLUM Allen C., 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 nine children of Alan and 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; four daughters and sons-in-law, Sandra and Ronald Gilbert, Linda and Gary Root, all of Millerton, PA, Connie and Dan Heyler of Westfield, PA, Lois and Scott Wood of Tioga, PA; ten grandchildren, and six 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 p.m. 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.  Published in the Star-Gazette on 4/19/2008.

COLLUM EMMA B - MRS. EMMA B. FRIENDS
Mrs. Emma B. Friends, 75, of Lawrenceville RD 1, died Friday, October 2, 1959.  She was a member of the West Jackson Baptist Church and a 50-year member of Mitchell Mills Grange.  Survived by husband, Jesse C. Friends; daughters, Miss Marion C. Friends and Mrs. Lewis Knight, both of Lawrenceville RD 1; sister, Mrs. Mary Westlake of Odessa, NY; brothers, Max Collum of Elmira and Jessie Collum of Corning; 3 grandchildren.  Prayer Service was held Monday at 1:30 pm at the Lewis Knight home.  Funeral service held at 2 pm at West Jackson Baptist Church, the Rev. Vernon Van Ness officiated.  Burial in Alder Run Cemetery.

JOHN C. DECKER:  John C. Decker, infant, of Lawrenceville, died at the Arnot-Ogden Memorial Center, Elmira. N.Y., Saturday, Jan. 11, 1992.  Born Jan. 11, 1992. he was the son of John D. and Cathy Upham Decker.  Surviving besides his parents, are one sister, Kayleigh Decker, at home; paternal grandfather, Francis Decker, of Elmira; maternal grandparents, Frank and Dolores Russell, of Painted Post, N.Y.; maternal grandfathers, Milford Upham, of Hector, N.Y., and Carl Bediant, of Meads Creek, N.Y.; three great grandmothers, Grace Musto, of Ceres, N.Y., May Uppham, of Montour Falls, N.Y., and Blanche Bediant, of Erin, N.Y.; and several aunts and uncles.  Calling hours will be held Thursday, Jan. 16, at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro from 10:30 am. to 11 am.  Services will be held at the funeral home following calling hours. The Rev. Roger Strait of the Calvary United Methodist Church, Lawrenceville, will officiate.  Burial will be made at Alder Run Cemetery.

JOHN E. DEMING:  John Eugene Deming (Gene), age 57 of RD 2, Millerton died on Tuesday, April 17th, 1973. Funeral and committal were held at the Barrett Funeral Home on Thursday with the Rev. Lynn F. B. Tschudy officiating. Burial was in Alder Run Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn E.; one son, Robert Eugene Deming of Pine City; daughter, Mrs. George (Joan) Farmer of Pine City; and five grandchildren; brothers Herbert W. of Big Flats, Lawrence C. of Horseheads, Chester L. of Virginia, Rexford S. of Elmira; sisters, Mrs. Lawrence Francis of Buffalo, Mrs. Janet Smith, of Millerton, Mrs. Wilma Smith of Sayre, and Mrs. Phyllis Krusen. For 25 years he was employed at Thatcher Glass in the Maintenance Department and was a veteran of World War LI.

DEMING WILLIAM EUGENE
Wellsboro Agitator – July 6, 1921
Millerton, July 2 – William Eugene Deming died Tuesday, June 28, after an illness of more than two years in his 77th year.  The funeral was held Thursday Rev. James Gordon officiating; burial at Alder Run.  He was born in West Jackson in 1844.  On Oct. 9, 1861, he enlisted in Co. G. 58th Pa. V. and was discharged Aug. 9, 1865.  On July 4, 1866, he married Genet Andrews.  Four sons and two daughters were born to them, all of whom survive, except the eldest daughter, Lizzie, who died 25 years ago.  Those who survive are:  Charles L. of West Jackson; Winfield W. of Lawrenceville; Riley, of East Lawrence, and Lulu, of Ossining, N.Y.; also several grand children and great grandchildren and one brother, Marian Deming, of Tioga.  His wife died many years ago.  About 20 years ago he married Miss Sarah Johnson, who survives him.  He was a charter member of the C. W. Deming Post, G. A. R., the few surviving members of which attended the funeral and conducted the services at the cemetery.

BERNARD A. DRAPER, age 74, of Strasburg, PA, formerly of Millerton, PA, died on Wednesday, May 28, 2003.  He was born on April 21, 1929 in Sabinsville, PA, a son of the late Lester E. and Florence M. Draper.  He was married on June 7, 1947 to Marian J. (Grove) Draper.  Bernard was a member of the Millerton Wesleyan Church.  He had worked at several occupations during his life including being a pastor, a builder, a machinist for the Hilliard Corp. of Elmira, NY. And was the founder of Draper’s Super Bee Apiaries of Millerton, PA.  Bernard is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marian J. Draper; three sons and daughters-in-law, William “Bill” and Bonnie Draper of Millerton, PA, Larry and Brenda Draper of NE, Stephen Draper of Gillett, PA; two daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Gary Stockin of Strasburg, PA, Dianne and David Berry of Columbia Cross Roads, PA; brother and sister-in-law, Harold and Eleanor Draper of Millerton, PA; two sisters, Ida Belle Gilbert of TX, Iva Ripley of FL; 14 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.  Bernard was predeceased by a daughter, Ruth Easter Draper.  Friends may call on Sunday, May 31, 2003, from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Millerton Wesleyan Church, Millerton, PA.  Funeral services will follow at the church at 10 a.m. with the Pastor Laurie B. Greenlaw officiating.  Interment will be in the Alder Run Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Millerton Wesleyan Church.  Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., Wellsboro, PA.  –Elmira Star Gazette.

EIGHMEY –VERNA I. (EIGHMEY) SMITH (SRGP 43910) .  Of Daggett, PA the beloved wife of the late Richard M. Smith. Age 95 of Daggett, PA. On Monday, August 14, 2000 at the Broad Acres Personal Care Home, Wellsboro, PA. Velma was born the beloved daughter of the late John and Dora Sheives Eighmey, in Roseville, PA. January 4, 1905. Velma was a valued resident of the Daggett and Millerton area. She and her husband Richard where very active in the community and in the Daggett United Methodist Church, volunteering for many different church functions and celebrations. A love that has been passed on into their children to this day. Surviving Velma is her loving children; daughter and son-in-law, Irene and Charles Winterstein; son and daughter-in-law, Richard N. and Beverly Smith; daughter and son-in-law, Pauline and Gordon Martin all of Daggett, PA; son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Linda Smith of Mansfield, PA; nine grandchildren, David Winterstein, Cindy (Keith) Walushka, Sharon (Ron) Knapp, Sandy Smith, Randy (Eileen) Smith, Ricanne (Harold) Wheeler, Judy (Jeff) Woodruff, Cheryl (Bill) Ostrander, Cindy (Larry) Lovejoy; 22 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren; 2 beloved brothers, Verle (Dorothy) Eighmey of Troy, PA, Vern (Martha) Eighmey of Columbia Crossroads, PA; several loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY Thursday, August 17, 2000, 2-4 PM, 6-8 PM and Friday, 10-11 AM. Funeral services will follow at the conclusion of the calling hours on Friday at 11:00 AM. The Rev. Carol Price will officiate. Graveside services will follow at the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. Also, Velma is predeceased by her loving and beloved grandson, Daniel T. Smith; brothers, Jerome and Bernal Eighmey. Over the years, Velma was Co owner and operator with her husband Dick of Dick's Trailer Park in Allendale, FL. They made many cherished memories and friends there. The streets still carry some of the children's names today, in fact. She also found happiness in the memories she shared with family and friends on their many camping trips to the famous Hills Creek. She enjoyed the many places they visited while traveling wit the various travel clubs they were members of, including the Airstream Club, Tin Can Club, and the Fan Club. Velma and Dick took comfort in Melbourne, FL during the winter months, while most of the family enjoyed the wonderful winter in the north. Velma loved to keep the lawn and gardening in top notch and finding the time to do some crossword puzzles and creating some beautiful works with her Needle Point Skills. Velma will be greatly missed by many loving family, dear friends. The family will provide all necessary flower arrangements, those wishing may make memorials in Velma's name to the Big Elm Fire Dept., RD 2, Millerton, PA 16923 or the Daggett United Methodist Church, Building Fund, c/o Fred Messing, RD 2, Millerton, PA. –Elmira Star Gazette.

EVERETT, Janis A. Visnek Russler
Loving wife, mother, sister and grandmother Age 74, of Scott Lane, Petersburg, PA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February22, 2005, with her family at her side at the Bon Secours Holy Family Regional Hospital in Altoona, PA. She was born December 16, 1930 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Norman and Leora (White) Everett. Her first husband Donald E. Visnek predeceased her in 1987. She is survived by her loving husband, Donald Russler of State College, PA; beloved children, Norman E. Visnek of Millerton, PA, Cheryl L. (Stephen) Tedesco of West Franklin, PA, Phillip D. Visnek of East   Troy, PA, Janeen Visnek of Troy, PA; grandchildren, Robert (Helen) Ackley, Brad Visnek, Travis Visnek, and Steven Seymour; Stepchildren, Sherry (Richard) Albright of Lock Haven, PA, Beaver (Allen) Pruey, Donald Russler and Thomas (Melissa) Russler all of State College, PA; brother, William (Peggy) Everett of Millerton, PA; along with eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. In earlier years, Janis was employed by St. Joseph’s Hospital. She loved antiques and attending flea markets and rummage sales. She had a special love for all animals, especially her cats. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Friday, February 25, 2005, from 6 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday, February 26,2005, from 10 to 11 a.m. Funeral Services celebrating Janis’s life will be held there at the conclusion of the visitation. (11 a.m.) Lay Minister Jennifer Wolf will officiate. Interment will follow in the Alder Run Cemetery, Millerton, PA. Memorial donations may be directed to the Salvation Army, 414 Lake Street, Elmira, NY 14901 in her memory.

FARMER Ted
Passed away Sunday, December 9, 2007 following an illness at the age of 51. Ted was born on August 6, 1956 in Elmira son of Robert A. & Ellen P. Friends Farmer. He was employed with Chemung County ARC for many years. Teds interests included music and dancing. He was a member of the Jackson Summit Baptist Church. Ted enjoyed the Holidays with his many friends and loving family who survive; his mother and step father, Ellen & Richard Hackett, Pine City; his father and step mother, Robert A. & Rose Farmer, Millerton, PA; siblings, Richard Farmer, Rome, NY; Denis Farmer, Elmira; Babie Reece, Elmira; Terry Farmer, Elmira; Raymond Farmer, MO; Tina Hackett, NC; Elizabeth Christman, NC; Several nieces, nephews and many family friends. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Thursday December 13, 2007 from 12–2 p.m. funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. with The Rev. Doug Hodge officiating. Interment will take place in the Alder Run Cemetery at the family's convenience. Mr. Farmers family would like to thank the staff of the ARC Liberty St. Home and Hospice for the wonderful care provided Mr. Farmer during his final days. May God Bless Each of You.

FRIENDS
Wellsboro Agitator –April 6, 1927
Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Friends mourn the loss of an infant, the funeral was held Friday; burial at Alder Run.

ALMOND M. FRIENDS:  Almond M. Friends, age 62, of Millerton, RD 1, Pa., died Wednesday, December 13, 1972. Funeral service at the Olthof Funeral Home Saturday at 2 p.m. The Rev. Wayne Richards of the Millerton United Methodist Church officiated. Burial was in the Alder Run Cemetery. Survived by wife, Mrs. Elsie L. Dickinson Friends; sons, Ward L. Friends of Millerton, Duane A. Friends of Hillsdale Terrace, Tioga, Pa., mother, Mrs. Cora S. Friends of Millerton RD; sister, Mrs. Hollis (Dorothy) Marsh of Elmira Heights; brother, Harry N. Friends of Millerton RD; four grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was an employee of Trayer Products.

FRIENDS - MRS. SIGNOR
 Millerton, Oct. 28.--Celia Friends, wife of John Signor, died at the family home at Alder Run Thursday, Oct. 24, after a long illness, aged about 67 years.  She was the daughter of the late Russell and Mary Friends and is survived by her husband, one sister, Mrs. Lyman White, of Trowbridge, and five brothers, George W., Henry, Jay and Samuel, of Jackson, and Willis, of Elmira.  The funeral was held Sunday at the West Jackson church, Rev. Mr. Barrett officiating; burial in the Alder Run cemetery. (The Agitator: Wellsboro, PA, Wednesday, October 30, 1918)

FRIENDS - MANN, CLARA L.
 Clara L., wife of John Mann, died at the family home near Mitchell’s Mills on Tuesday, after a lingering illness, aged fifty-three years.  Deceased was a daughter of the late Geo. W. Friends, and is survived by her husband and three sisters:  Mrs. W. H. Graham and Miss Lillie Friends, of Mitchell’s Mills, and Mrs. Bert Simpson, of Elmira.  The funeral was held at the house Thursday afternoon at two o’clock, burial in Alder Run cemetery, Monroeton. (Should say Millerton)

FRIENDS EMERSON
Wellsboro Agitator – December 24, 1919
Millerton, Dec. 22 – Emerson, the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Friends, died Saturay, Dec. 13, of scarlet fever, aged about nine years.  A prayer service was held Monday; burial at Alder Run.  He is survived by his parents, one brother and one sister.  The family have the sympathy of the community in their bereavement.

FRIENDS HELEN
Wellsboro Agitator – September 28, 1921
Millerton, September 26 – Helen Friends, wife of W. H. Graham, died suddenly on Thursday morning, of heart failure, aged 66 years.  The funeral was held from the home Sunday at 2 p.m., Rev. James Gordon officiating; burial at Alder Run.  She is survived by her husband, one daughter, Mrs. E. E. Dailey; two sisters, Mrs. Fanny Simpson, of Millerton, and Mrs. Wm. Griswold, of Alder Run.

HENRY FRIENDS Millerton—Henry Friends, a life long resident of West Jackson, Pa., died at the family home Wednesday, aged 80 years. He is survived by his widow and one son Fred; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.The funeral will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the home and at the Alder Run Church at 2 p.m. The Mitchell’s Mills Grange will assist in the funeral service which will be conducted by the Rev. Orey Bolt. Burial will be in Alder Run Cemetery. (handwritten on article Apr. 12, 1933)

FRIENDS IRENE F. KNIGHT
Irene Friends Knight, 86, of Lawrenceville, died Friday, April 11, 1997 at home. Born Jan. or June 9, 1910, in Lawrenceville, she was the daughter of Jesse and Emma Collum Friends. She was a life-long member of the West Jackson Baptist Church, Alder Run, having served as a Sunday School teacher, financial secretary, deaconess and in other capacities.  She was a 70-year member of Mitchell's Mills Grange. She received her teaching degree from Mansfield Normal School in 1930 and taught until her marriage, March 10, 1934. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Preceding her in death was a sister, Marion Friends. Surviving are her husband of 63 years, Lewis Knight; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Shirley and Walt Barnes of Lawrenceville, Carol Jean Holmes of Canton and Peggy and Bruce Hughes of Lawrenceville; seven grandchildren, Jim Barnes, John and Nancy Barnes, Jeff and Katrina Barnes, all of Lawrenceville, Tim Holmes, Tammy and Gary Gleckner, all of Canton, Patrick and Debbie Hughes of West Pittston, and Michael and Sue Hughes of Pottstown; three great-grandchildren, Brooks and Brennan Gleckner and Alexander Hughes. Calling hours were held Sunday, April 13, at the Olthof Funeral Home, Elmira, NY. Funeral services were held at the West Jackson Baptist Church Monday, April 14, with Patrick Hughes, her grandson, the Rev. Will Howe, her pastor, and the Rev. Vernon VanNess officiating. Burial was made in the Alder Run Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the West Jackson Baptist Church, Millerton.  (Wellsboro Gazette, Wellsboro, PA, Wednesday, April 9, 1997)

FRIENDS –IRENE FRIENDS KNIGHT, age 86, of RD 1, Lawrenceville, PA, went to be with her Lord on Friday, April 11, 1997 at her home.  She was born July 9, 1910 in Lawrenceville, PA, the daughter of Jesse and Emma Collum Friends.  She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Lewis Knight; children, Shirley (Walt Barnes of Lawrenceville, Carol Jean Holmes of Canton, PA, Peggy (Bruce) Hughes of Lawrenceville; 7 grandchildren, Jim Barnes, John (Nancy) Barnes, Jeff (Katrina) Barnes all of Lawrenceville, Tim Holmes, Tammy (Gary) Gleckner all of Canton, Patrick (Debbie) Hughes of West Pittston, PA, Michael (Sue) Hughes of Pottstown, PA; 3 great-grandchildren, Brooks and Brennan Gleckner, Alexander Hughes.  She was predeceased by her parents, Jesse and Emma Friends, and her sister, Marion Friends.  Irene was a lifelong member of West Jackson Baptist Church, Alder Run, PA having served a Sunday School Teacher, Financial Secretary, Deaconess and other capacities.  She was a 70 year member of Mitchell’s Mills Grange.  Irene received her teaching degree from Mansfield Normal School in 1930 and taught until her marriage, March 1, 1934.  Irene and Lewis recently celebrated 63 years of wedded bliss.  She was a very loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who was never happier than when she was spending time with her family.  Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Penna. Ave., Elmira on Sunday from 1 to 3 and 7 to 9 p.m.  A funeral service will be held at West Jackson Baptist Church on Monday at 1 p.m.  Officiating will be Patrick Hughes, her grandson, The Rev. Will Howe, her pastor and the Rev. Vermon VanNess.  Interment will be in Alder Run Cemetery.  Flowers are acceptable or those wishing may make contributions to the West Jackson Baptist Church, Millerton, PA.  –Elmira Star Gazette.

FRIENDS Wilbur L. Age 84, of Bethany Manor, formerly of Millerton, PA, passed away on July 13, 2006 at Bethany Courtyard. Wilbur was born January 1, 1922 in Millerton, PA, the son of the late Leonard and Bessie Friends. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mary of Bethany Manor, Horseheads, NY; sons, Laverne (Carolyn) Friends of Orlando, FL, Edward (Mary Ann) Friends of Horseheads, NY, Lynn (Colleen) Friends of Millerton, PA; daughter, Nancy (Ron) Young of Boiling Springs, PA; ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Hilda Allen, Josephine "Mike" and Marion Smith, Rexford Card and Nils and Patricia Card; also several nieces and nephews. Wilbur was a dairy farmer; he retired after 38 years of farming. He was a member of Northern Tioga Combined School Board, member of the Dairymen's League and the Farm Bureau, member of the Alder Run Grange, and a member of the West Jackson Baptist Church. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., on Saturday, July 22, 2006, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. with a Memorial Service there at 3:00 p.m. followed by burial in Alder Run Cemetery, Alder Run, PA. Those wishing may make memorials to the American Cancer Society in Wilbur's memory.

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