Pride in Cameron County

Many have seen this post from my friend, Chrissy Slusarick, on Facebook. 

 I wanted to share it here, for those of you that do not have FB.

 If we could all take a part, no matter how small, in giving back to our community, being proud of our home and county, and work towards the beautification of Emporium and Cameron County, people will take notice because we are taking notice. Be proud of your county, your home, brag about it, let it be contagious! As Chrissy said ' Be an ambassador, It will only serve to benefit us all.

"I like to see a man proud of the place in which he lives. I like to see a man live so that his place will be proud of him." - Abe Lincoln.

 As have many small towns in Pennsylvania, Emporium has seen big changes over the decades, and at some point along the way, it became more commonplace to talk badly about it than to stand up for it. Lately, finally, I feel as though that's changing. Each one of us, today, has the ability to make it even better - from the tangible (pick up a piece of trash, pull your weeds, volunteer your time) to the more nebulous (look for and talk about all the good in our schools, be a good neighbor, be positive about this beautiful, peaceful valley we call home.) 

The Sylvan Heritage Council has been working tirelessly for over ten years to beautify, to create positivity and pride, and to help others to look for and see all the good we have here. It's been an incredible journey and learning experience, starting literally from nothing, but a decade later, we are still here and putting our time - and ourselves - out there in our community. We are embarking soon on a downtown facade improvement project that will change the face of many of our storefronts because it does matter how our community looks; beautification is not superficial, it's critical. Equally important, however, is how we think. Have pride in our home, in our school, in our small businesses, in our history. I, for one, am proud of my hometown and fiercely loyal to it. Be an ambassador, not a naysayer. It only serves to benefit us all.

Caldwell Cup Returns

Cameron County residents participating in the Sinnemahone Ultra Trail Run Saturday October 21 can capture the Caldwell Cup. The award presented by the Caldwell Corporation in Emporium is given to the top male and female finishers from the county in the 50k, 25k and 10k events.

The hand turned wooden cups created by St Mary’s artist Marvin Riddle and are then engraved by Wennin Creations. “This event prides itself on purchasing local, since the majority of our sponsors come from the Cameron County region” says race director Craig Hudson. The design for this years race shirts and the printing will be done by Art n Ink, finisher medals and trophies provided by Wennin Creations.

Numerous sponsorship levels exist according to Hudson. They range from $50 to $1000.00. The chamber of commerce is the clearing house for race and sponsorship information.

Shippen Township Labor Day Hours

Shippen Township will be closed on Monday, September 4th, in observance of Labor Day. 

 Monday’s refuse pick-up will be on Tuesday. Tuesday, Wednesday &Thursday’s refuse collections will remain the same. 

Thank you!

Maxine A. Cleaveland

Maxine A. Cleaveland, 94, of 1079 Gardeau Rd., Austin, PA died at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital, Coudersport, PA on Tuesday (August 29, 2017) morning.

She was born March 13, 1923 in Hyde, Clearfield County, PA a daughter of the late George and Enna Lawhead Peasley. On August 11, 1945 in First Baptist Church, Emporium she married the late Kenneth L. Cleaveland. Mrs. Cleaveland graduated from Emporium High School in the class of 1941. Years ago she worked at Sylvania and then left work to raise her family. Maxine had a very strong faith and was a very active member of the First Baptist Church in Emporium and the Quilting Club. She enjoyed her flowers, gardening and loved her family. She was a very kind person always thinking of others.

She is survived by three daughters, Sharon (Ivan) Baughman, Driftwood; Linda (Thomas) Russell, Warren, PA; Beth (David) McCaskill, Cortland, NY and two sons, William (Deborah) Cleaveland, Roanoke, VA and Dale (Cathy) Cleaveland, Columbus, OH; ten grandchildren, twenty-four great grandchildren, two sisters, Donna Egan, Wicomico Church, VA and Georgiann Taylor, West Groten, MA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Enna Peasley; husband, Kenneth L. Cleaveland, great granddaughter, Kendyl Shaffer, great grandson, Josiah Russell; a brother, Howard Peasley and two sisters, Marie Cleaveland & Louise Hornung. 

Visitation with Video Tribute will be at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E 4th St., Emporium on Thursday from 4-7 PM. Funeral Service will be held at the First Baptist Church, 424 N. Broad Street, Emporium, PA on Friday (September 1, 2017) at 10:00 AM with Rev. James R. Horton, Jr., Pastor and Rev. Russell J. Horning, officiating.

Burial will folow in the Portage Township Cemetery, Austin, PA Memorial Contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, Memorial Fund, 424 N. Broad Street, Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

Endless Mountains Jam

Dorothy L. Grovanz Brown

Dorothy L. Grovanz Brown, 91, of Maple Street Apartments, 40 W. 5th St., Emporium, PA died at her residence, Emporium, PA on Thursday (August 24, 2017) morning. 

She was born December 16, 1925 in Sinnamahoning, PA a daughter of the late Norman and Mildred Snyder Potts. Dorothy had worked years ago at Cameron Manufacturing for several years. She enjoyed cooking and was a very good cook who could turn anything into a good meal.

 Survived by one daughter, Linda (Dwight) Stuart, and a son, James Grovanz, both of Emporium; seven grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren; one sister, Norma Ellinger, Emporium; and a brother, Mearl Pitts, Arizona. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Norman and Mildred Potts; husband, James M. Grovanz, brother, Earl Pitts, sister, Mary Royer. 

At her request there will be No Visitation and Services will be Private 

Burial will be in the Gilmore Cemetery, Austin, PA

 Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

Charles Cole Health Screenings & Sept. Events

Saturday, September 9, 2017, 6:00 - 10:00 AM Cole Memorial & the Smethport Rotary will host Comprehensive Blood Analysis at the Smethport Fire Hall on Nelson Street. Cost is $45. For details or an appointment, call 814-274-8200.

Wednesday, September 13, 2017, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Cole Memorial Women’s Health Center, Coudersport Free Mammograms for underinsured women ages 40+ (Funded by the Twin Tiers Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure) To register, call 814-274-8200.

Thursday, September 14, 2017, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Free EMS Educational Dinner At Cole Memorial Hospital’s Main Conference Room Topics include: “Exploring the Opioid Epidemic & Current Drug Trends in Potter County for the EMS provider” presented by Potter County Judge Minor & Colleen Wilbur, BA, MS of the Potter County Drug and Alcohol Program. REGISTER BY 9/11/17 at 814-274-9301 (x6512).

2017 Red Raider Football

Nora E. Clark

Nora E. Clark, 87, of Ridgmont Assisted Living, Ridgway, PA formerly of Old West Creek Rd., Emporium, PA died at Ridgmont Assisted Living Facility, Ridgway, PA on Tuesday morning. (August 22, 2017) She was born August 30, 1929 in Emporium, PA a daughter of the late Charles and Jessie Uber Kriner. On November 16, 1984 in Rew, PA she married Arthur Clark, who survives. Mrs. Clark's First husband was Charles Dechant. She had worked at the Cameron County High School cafeteria for twelve years. She was a member of the American Legion Auxilliary in Jamestown, NY.

She is survived by her husband Arthur Clark; three daughter, Beverly McMillan, Elyria, OH; Barbara (Sam) Johnson, Goosecreek, SC; Bonnie (John) Green, Canandaigua, NY; two sons, Bernard "Ben" (Toni) Krieg, Warren, PA; Bruce Krieg, Chandlier, AZ; two stepdaughters, Kathy (Kris) Kennedy, Butler; Rhonda Swanson, Cleveland, OH; two stepsons, Gary (Melissa) Clark and Jeff (Alicia) Clark, both of Emporium; several grandchildren, several great grandchildren; three sisters, Bernice, Mrs. Roger Harwood, Las Vegas; Ella, Mrs. Richard McGarvey, Rochester, NY and Edith Mrs. Gill Stauffer, St. Marys; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Jessie Kriner, first husband, Charles Dechant; stepson, John Clark who died in 1979; four brothers, Raymond, Andrew, Buddy & Lynn Kriner and one sister, Rena Reynolds.

There will be No Visitation.

 A Memorial Service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Tuesday, August 29, 2017 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Joseph Short, Pastor of First United Methodist Church officiating.

Burial will be in the Morrison Cemetery, Emporium, PA 

Memorial Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, Cameron Unit, P.O. Box 62, 135 W. Fourth St., Emporium, PA 15834 or to Guy & Mary Felt Manor, 110 East 4th Street, Emporium, PA 15834 

 Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

 BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Ann Prosper

Ann Prosper, 68, of 421 Shirley Lane, Oakdale, PA formerly of Emporium died at Citizens Care in Oakdale, PA on Wednesday morning. (August 23, 2017)

She was born September 13, 1948 in St. Marys, PA a daughter of the late Anthony and Dorothy Raffaele Prosper. Ann lived in Pittsburgh in a group home for many years. She was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church in Emporium. 

She is survived by two brothers, John (Aloma) Prosper and Tom Prosper of Emporium along with several nieces and nephews.

 She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Dorothy Prosper, and a brother, Sam Prosper.

 There will be No Visitation.

 Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial to be Celebrated at St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Monday (August 28, 2017) at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant. 

Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium, PA

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net 

 BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Hygrade Inn September Contest

SEPTEMBER CONTEST DETAILS ARE HERE!!!!

 *****QUESTION***** If you could look into your crystal light bulb and know you'd be successful, what would it take for you to follow a passion and become an entrepreneur during the next 10 years, and what is that passion? Everyone has a dream. Don't be afraid to show it. This is the question of the month. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE ALL TO POST. YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT COULD HAPPEN. You must follow the Hygrade to participate in writing or voting. Read the following and write 500-750 WORDS answering the question below by replying to this post. Entries can be posted through SEPTEMBER 20.

*****PRIZE***** The post with the most likes from FOLLOWERS by noon on Saturday September 30 will win a TWO NIGHT STAY at the Hygrade Inn (upon opening) with premium accommodations for two people in the Master Suite. We hope to be a catalyst to conversation and help inspire a movement. GOOD LUCK and we really look forward to hearing from people in the community.

****SEPTEMBER CONTEST**** The town of Emporium, in the county of Cameron, has roots that date back into the 1800s. Among the industries that made Emporium a thriving, vibrant community were dynamite packing, electronic, and powdered metal, among others. Innovation and inspiration, combined with neighbors and leadership, made this community strong. Imagine if Emporium Pennsylvania began to see an influx of visitors and new businesses over the next 10 years. The partnership between both small industry and the outdoor tourism industry attracted an additional 500-1000 visitors locally annually. The power of new business becomes feasible and economically wise.

*****QUESTION***** If you could look into your crystal light bulb and know you'd be successful, what would it take for you to follow a passion and become an entrepreneur during the next 10 years, and what is that passion? Everyone has a dream. Don't be afraid to show it.

To follow the Hygrade Inn and it's amazing progress visit the FB page by clicking on the link below. You must have a FB page to do this.  https://www.facebook.com/TheHygradeInn

2017 David Hutton Memorial Scholarship Run & Walk

Saturday was a beautiful day for the David Hutton Memorial Scholarship 5K Run and 2-Mile Walk.

 Find the complete race results here    https://sites.google.com/site/davidhuttonmemorial/home

Upcoming Happenings @ the Emporium Senior Center

Upcoming Happenings @ the Emporium Senior Center: All are welcome to attend.

Sunday, September 10th— Open Mic Potato Bar @ 1pm-5pm

Monday, September 11th— Helpmates will be here, available to do Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, and Oxygen Screenings from 11:30am-12:00pm.

Monday, September 11th— Club Meeting @ 1pm. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Thursday, September 14th— Scam Program with Jerry Mitchell from the Attorney General’s Office @ 12:30pm

Sunday, September 17th—Bingo @ 1pm

Tuesday, September 19th— Community Nurse Day! FREE Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Screenings from 11-11:30am and a short program about the Flu at 11:30am.

2nd Annual Emporium Senior Center Baked Potato & Open Mic Event!

“The time has finally arrived for the long awaited 2nd Annual Baked Potato & Open Mic Event at the Emporium Senior Center. All are invited to attend this fun and relaxing come and go time of fun &food on Sunday, September 10th, from 1pm until 5pm.

 To help raise money for the center, a “Baked Potato Bar” will be available for $5 ($3 for children 12 and under) during this event. There will be plenty of toppings to choose from, such as Chili, Hamburg Gravy, and Broccoli & cheese! Takeouts will be available, for those unable to stay for the music. We also plan to have a door prize drawing & to raffle off a Harvest Basket during this event! For those of you entertainers interested in participating in the open mic, give the center a call at 486-3707! Pencil us in on your calendars & we will see you on the 10th!!”

Off the Grill Raffle

Off the Grill Raffle Saturday, August 26 at 6 PM - 10 PM 

 The Cameron County Fair Association is hosting an Off the Grill Raffle on Saturday, August 27. 50-50 and Chinese Auction items will also be available. 

The doors will open at 6:00 and the raffle will begin at 7:00.

 Food will be available beginning at 6:00. Please come and support the fair!

 Free admission and free food, raffles cost $1.00 per ticket, 20-25 drawings throughout the evening.

 This event will be held at the Emporium Fire Hall 419 N Broad St, Emporium, Pennsylvania 15834

Lego Club @ the Barbara Moscato Brown Library

LEGO creations.... @ the Barbara Moscato Brown Library

 Next Lego Club is September 14.....check library for details 

 The Barbara Moscato Brown Library is located at:  

27 West 4th St

 Emporium, Pennsylvania 15834-0430 

Telephone: 814-486-8011

 E-Mail: brocampl@zitomedia.net

http://www.barbaramoscatobrownlibrary.org

Sylvan Heritage Program ~ Final Round of Military Banners

The Sylvan Heritage Council's third and final round of military banners will be going up tomorrow in Emporium beginning at 8 am. Thank you so much to our 154 sponsors - we certainly couldn't have done this project without you. And thank you, ultimately, to those men and women (and their families) who sacrificed so much for our great country. It's been our privilege to honor you all with this program. 

 The Sylvan Heritage Council, a group of Cameron County residents with diverse backgrounds, is committed to the betterment of our community through positive energy and action. A few of the projects that we have sponsored are: the installation of the Emporium welcome signs and the surrounding landscaping at the east and west end of town, the mural and banner projects, the new signs for the Endeavor and other local businesses, and the placement of a block retaining wall at the town’s east end triangle. These projects of the Sylvan Heritage Council are most fitting to their mission: to pursue sustainable economic growth through the beautification, revitalization, and historic preservation of our community in such a way that capitalizes on our area’s abundant natural resources and maintains our proud local heritage. We want our community to thrive and we intend to continue to be a driving force behind that cause.

3rd Annual Dice Run

All Fired Up & Kickin Ash

All Fired Up & Kickin Ash

Cameron County Chamber of Commerce firing up for the All Fired Up & Kickin Ash BBQ Competition set for Saturday September 23. The annual event held the 4th Saturday of September continues to draw competitors and visitors from across the United States. “The first competitor to register comes from the Clarion area,” says executive director Tina Johns Solak.

The event will grow to two days this year with the addition of Alleghany Mountain Chapter of Nam Knights. The group is organizing adult beverage sales and entertainment for Friday and Saturday. Friday night following the Cameron County High School home football game, competitors will be available to answer questions. “This is a wonderful mingling opportunity and a way to grow the event,” says Johns Solak.

Saturday competitors will be judged on 7 categories including dessert and sides. Attendees can also cast votes for their favorite. Food sales will begin at noon.

The chamber website has rules and a registration form online at www.cameroncountychamber.org. Currently the chamber is accepting names of people wishing to judge the competition. No experience is required, just a hearty appetite

Kenneth I. Burkhouse

Kenneth I. Burkhouse, 93, of 616 Rich Valley Rd, Emporium, PA formerly of Sylvan Heights died at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys, PA on Tuesday (August 15, 2017) afternoon. He was born September 7, 1923 in Reynoldsville, PA a son of the late Fred and Mae Smith Burkhouse. On July 19, 1947 in Mt. Jewett he married the late Margaret "Peg" Cupp Burkhouse.

Ken graduated from Mount Jewett High School where he was a standout basketball player, playing at the state level. He served with the US Armys Air Corps as a Second Lieutenant where he was a flight instructor during war war II. He then graduated from the Philadelphia School of Pharmacy. He owned several pharmacies in Ridgway and in Lebanon, PA and later partnered with Ed Lundburg in the former Burklund Pharmacy in Emporium, from which he retired in 1989. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Emporium and was an avid golfer bowler, member and past president of the Emporium Country Club for many years.

He is survived by two sons, Robert (Merri) Burkhouse, Ridgway and Kenneth (Ruthie) Burkhouse, Emporium; four grandchildren: Kelly, Kimberly, Justin and Katie; two great grandchildren: Eastan and Cooper.

 He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Mae Burkhouse; his wife, Margaret "Peg" Burkhouse who died Sept. 11, 1998; one daughter, in infancy and a brother, Donald Burkhouse.

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Sunday from 1-5 PM.

 Funeral Service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Monday (August 21, 2017) at 11:00 AM with Rev. Steven Miller, Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, officiating.

 A Military Service will be accorded by the Cameron County Memorial Detail. 

Burial will be in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium, PA 

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

 BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Clara V. Sarick

Clara V. Sarick, 94, of 44 S. Cherry St., Emporium, PA died, peacefully with her family at her side, at her residence on Sunday morning. (August 13, 2017) She was born January 7, 1923 in Emporium, PA a daughter of the late Charles and Rose Gennacarro Vassallo. On October 31, 1944 in St. Mark Catholic Church she married the late John "Sonny" Sarick. Clara graduated from Emporium High School in the class of 1941. She retired from Sylvania after 35 years in the payroll Department. She was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church and the American Legion Auxiliary and the VFW Womans Auxiliary, Unit #6222. She enjoyed playing cards, having played for over 50 years with the same group of friends. Clara loved the many flowers that surrounded her home of the last seventy-plus years, watching them bloom and change with the seasons was such a joy to her. She loved watching her birds on the feeders, reading books, chocolates, playing cards, and sharing time with family and friends. Her greatest love was for her family.

 Clara is survived by her son, Barry E. Sarick, Emporium; daughter, Nancy Sarick Vierhaus, San Jose, CA; three Grandchildren: John D. Sarick, Treasure Lake, PA, Jill Santos, Ventura, California, & Eric Vierhaus, Oakland, California; two great grandchildren: Ziggy Finn Santos & Cameron Anisa Sarick and numerous nieces and nephews.

 Clara was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Rose Vassallo; her beloved and love of her life husband, John "Sonny" Sarick in 2006; two sisters, Virginia MacDonald and Caroline Drotos; one brother, Charles Joseph “Joe” Vassallo.

 Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Friday, August 18, 2017 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM, where a Vigil Service will be held at 6:45 PM.

 Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Saturday (August 19, 2017) at 10:00 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant. 

 Burial will follow in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium, PA 

 Memorial Contributions may be made to the Cameron County Memorial Detail, c/o VFW, 427 E. 3rd St., Emporium, PA 15834 or to the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library, 27 W. 4th St., PO Box 430, Emporium, PA 15834-0430 

 Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

 BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Aurelia M. "Ral" Grippo

Aurelia M. "Ral" Grippo, 95, of 128 E. 3rd St., Emporium, PA died at her residence, Emporium, PA on Saturday (August 12, 2017) morning. She was born January 9, 1922 in Conifer, PA a daughter of the late Jerry and Adele Festi Gosetti. On July 18, 1958 in St. Mark Catholic Church she married the late Joseph Grippo. Mrs. Grippo graduated from the former Cowanshonnack High School in the class of 1942. She retired from Phillips-Sylvania in 1981 where she worked for over 31 years. She also worked as a waitress at the VFW for many years. She was a member of the St. Mark Catholic Church and the C. D. of A.

She is survived by two daughters, Carla Erskine and Patricia "Patty" Grippo, both of Emporium; three grandchildren: Joshua (Jessica) Grippo, Jordan Brown & Dustin Erskine; four great grandchildren: Elena Aurelia & Julia Marie Grippo, Dane &; Demarco Erskine; one sister, Rose Marie Bernard and her husband Anthony, Rural Valley, PA;

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry and Adele Gosetti, husband, Joseph Grippo who died March 12, 1992; one son, Patrick in infancy; twin sister, Candida Gosetti in infancy; sister, Theresa Gosetti, two brothers, Louis & Guido Gosetti,

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Thursday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM, where a Vigil Service will be held at 7:45 PM.

 Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Friday (August 18, 2017) at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant.

Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium, PA

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 E. 4th Street, Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net 

 BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Jan Hampton Youth Conservation Night

Wednesday August 9, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at the Cameron County Fair Grounds the annual Youth Conservation Night was renamed the Jan Hampton Youth Conservation Night!

 Crafts, games and different activities were on hand for families to enjoy! Mark Baker was also on hand with his live Birds of Prey program. Don Bickford gave a wonderful speech about Jan, he called her Cameron County's biggest cheerleader and he is right. Jan had a heart for her community, her friends and family.

Mrs. Katherine L. Bowden

Mrs. Katherine L. Bowden, 94, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at her daughters residence.

Mrs. Bowden was born on March 30, 1923 in Criders Corners, Pa to the late Walter and Ethel Garvin Slining. She had graduated from the Mars High School. After raising her children Katherine worked as a bus driver for Rhodes Transit for 20 years. She enjoyed going to the Driftwood Senior Center, and was good at needle work and Tole painting.

 She is survived by her daughters Pat (Hollis) Stacey of Franklin Twp., Nancy (James) Smith of Franklin Park, and Linda Bemis of Portersville, her sons James Strella of Georgia, and Walter Bowden of Sinnamahoning and his fiancé Melony Harr of Ligonier, her eight grandchildren, and her ten great-grandchildren.

 She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband Paul Strella in 1960, her second husband Walter Bowden in 2000, her daughter Judith Ann Strella, her sister Jeanne Super, and her son-in-law Paul Bemis. 

As per Katherine’s wishes there will not be a public service. 

The funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Samuel Teolis Funeral Home, Inc. and Cremation Services.

Michael Lynn Hepfner

Michael Lynn Hepfner, 47, passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his family and closest friends on August 3, 2017 at UNC Hospital.

Born November 13, 1969 to Charles “Bud” William Hepfner and Judith “Judy” Ann(Sprague)(Hepfner) Mosher, Mike grew up in Emporium, PA.

After graduating from Cameron County High School, Mike served in the US Navy from 1987-1993 and was stationed aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt (Attack Squad VA-36 Roadrunners) through Desert Shield/ Desert Storm. During these years he found his passion for cooking.

Mike attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania where he graduated with a Culinary Arts degree in 2001. From there he received an externship at the Pinehurst Resort in Pinehurst, NC where he worked his way up to Sous Chef with a specialty in Soups, Stocks, and Sauces. In 2004, he started working at The Country Club of North Carolina, Pinehurst, NC, as an Executive Sous Chef.

Mike met Christie (Oldham), the love of his life, in 1992. The two were married in 1994. Together they tackled all of life’s challenges and raised three beautiful daughters, Genna Anne, MacKenzie Rose and Kennedy Jeanell.

He loved spending time with family, cooking, camping, golfing, playing and watching sports – especially Penn State. Mike had a sharp wit and was known for being a jokester. He embodied compassion, serving others through his church and community. Throughout his life, Mike was an inspiration of strength yet always humble; those who knew him were blessed because of it. Above all, he had a love for his family that was paramount.

Mike was preceded in death by his father Charles “Bud” William Hepfner and his Stepfather Robert “Bob” Douglas Mosher.

In addition to his immediate family, he is survived by his mother, Judith “Judy” Ann (Sprague) (Hepfner) Mosher of Emporium, PA; brothers Charles “Chuck” Hepfner (Beth) of Emporium, PA and Joseph “Joe” Hepfner (Cristal) of Port Allegany, PA as well as several nieces and nephews, and great nieces and great nephews. He shared a special bond with Emily (Hepfner) Gillis (Tirrell) of Aberdeen, NC and Aaron Hepfner (Jessica) of Aberdeen, NC

In Lieu of Flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Page Memorial United Methodist Church (Soup Kitchen), Pinecrest High School Marching Band in honor of his daughter MacKenzie, or Pinecrest High School Chorus in honor of his daughter Kennedy.

A Memorial Service in NC will be held at Page Memorial United Methodist Church, Aberdeen, NC with Rev. Mike Davis and Rev. Jane Leechford officiating at 10:00am on Saturday, August 19, 2017. A reception will follow at the Country Club of North Carolina.

A Memorial Service in PA will be held at First United Methodist Church, Emporium, PA with Rev Joe Short and Rev. John Spahr officiating at 12:00pm on Saturday, September 9, 2017.

A reception will follow at the Emporium Fire Hall.

Mr. Hepfner’s family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers at Sandhills Sentinel.

12th Annual David Hutton Memorial 5K Run and 2-Mile Walk

12th Annual David Hutton Memorial 5K Run and 2-Mile Walk

Saturday August 19th, 2017

 TOP DOOR PRIZE IS A $100.00 Gift Certificate to Road Runner Sports!

 Online Registration Available 

http://www.davidhuttonmemorial.org/home

 Race Day Registration 7am-8:45am in Cameron County Elementary Cafeteria 

 9:00 AM Race Start Time

 Cameron County School District 601 Woodland Ave. Emporium, Pa 158344

 Total Scholarship Money Awarded: $14,450.00 

About the David Huttom Memorial Race 

 The David Hutton Memorial 5k Run & 2 Mile walk Scholarship race is put on by David’s family and friends. We also get help from other local race directors and the Elk County Striders. 

 David was a high school and collegiate track and field athlete. During his high school career he competed in many local 5k road races and was a state qualifier in the 800 meters. He continued his running career at Duquesne University where he competed in track and field for four years and Cross Country for three. Following his graduation from his bachelors he continued to run during graduate school and would make the trip up from Pittsburgh to contribute to the local races he had come accustomed to. He loved to run and would do the best he could to fit running into his busy life. He was a member of the Elk County Striders. David passed away due to injuries sustained in a automobile accident. Before his passing away he had earned his bachelors in Athletic Training from Duquesne University in 2002, his masters in Exercise Physiology from the University of Pittsburgh and was pursuing his PhD from the University of Pittsburgh in Exercise Physiology. David was a BLS instructor for Healthcare providers. He had worked with many organizations in and around Pittsburgh including UPMC Presby-Shadyside, Strength Fitness & Speed, and his favorite place Locke’s Fitness Studio. He had also completed Strength and Conditioning internship with the Pittsburgh Pirates. David strove to improve the health and well being of others. We hope to carry on his work by encouraging individuals of all ages to become active in fitness, improve their overall wellness, and to have fun along the way. All proceeds from the race/walk will benefit the David Hutton Track Scholarship Fund.

Emporium Resident to be featured in National Down Syndrome Society Video

EMPORIUM RESIDENT TO BE FEATURED IN NATIONAL DOWN SYNDROME

 SOCIETY VIDEO

 Levi Olivett To Help Kick Off Down Syndrome Awareness Month in Unique Annual Video Presentation NEW YORK ( Aug. 3 2017) – Levi Olivett, of Emporium PA, will appear in the bright lights of Broadway on Saturday, September 16, as part of the National Down Syndrome Society’s annual Times Square Video presentation. The featured photographs highlight children, teens, and adults with Down syndrome, reminding the world in a very big way about the contributions and milestones of people with Down syndrome. The collective images promote the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.

The photo of Levi Olivett, who happens to have Down syndrome, was selected from over 2,000 entries in the NDSS worldwide call for photos. Almost 500 photographs will appear in the video, which will be shown in the heart of Times Square.

 Levi is pictured participating in Fun Day at Woodland Elementary School, where he is a student.

 The Times Square Video presentation kicks off Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October. The video presentation will be followed by the 23rd Annual Flagship Buddy Walk in New York City. This year, Buddy Walk events will be held in more than 275 cities across the country, as well as select international locations, in and around October with over 325,000 people participating around the globe. For more information about the NDSS Buddy Walk Program, visit www.buddywalk.org or call 800-221-4602.

We are selling tickets for a $200.00 Gift certificate to Valley Meats as a fundraiser for our trip to NYC. Half of the proceeds from the fundraiser will go to the NDSS Buddy Walk and half will help with the cost of the trip. Tickets are $5.00 each or 3 for $10 and are available at State Farm, Cameron County Chamber office, Valley Meats and L&M Lumber.

ABOUT NDSS The National Down Syndrome Society is the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down Syndrome. NDSS provides state-of-the-art, comprehensive programming to all individuals with Down syndrome and their families with four main areas of programming which include: the National Advocacy & Police Center, the National Buddy Walk Program, Community Outreach and Resources and Public Awareness. NDSS envisions a world in which all people with Down syndrome have the opportunity to enhance their quality of life, realize their life aspirations, and become valued members of welcoming communities.
For more information visit www.ndss.org

Cameron County Food Pantry

Cameron County Food Pantry

 The Cameron County Food Pantry will hold a distribution for people determined eligible on Wednesday, August 23, 2017, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the building located behind the Northern Tier Community Action offices at 135 West Fourth Street in Emporium. 

 Call 486-1161, ext. 269, with any questions.

Donald R. Hefright

Donald R. Hefright, 91, of 23 W. 2nd St., Emporium, PA formerly of Huntingdon, PA died at Snyder Memorial, Marienville, PA on Tuesday, (August 8, 2017) evening following a lengthy illness.

He was born August 18, 1925 in Huntingdon, PA a son of the late Emmerson and Minnie Hughes Hefright. On June 15, 1974 in First United Methodist Church in Emporium, PA he married Helen E. Housler Hefright, who survives.

Don was the youngest of five children. He graduated from Huntington High School. He served with the US Navy Seebee's for three years during WWII. He attended Juanita College for four years majoring in English. He worked for the United States Postal service as a assistant post master for many years retiring from the Johnsonburg, Pa Post Office. After moving to Emporium he served as the administrator for the mentally challenged group home which is now Northern Tier. He and his wife traveled and loved attending family events. He was active in the community in various organizations including the VFW, the American Legion, the First United Methodist Church and the Senior Center. He also served on the Shade Tree Committee for many years, researched and producted four geneology family names. Some of his hobbies were tennis, polka/square dancing, golf, artist, picture framer, and carpentry.

 He is survived by his wife Helen E. Housler Hefright; four sons, Tom Hefright and John Hefright both of Johnsonburg; Craig Hefright, Russell, PA and David Shaw, Emporium; four daughter, Nancy Hartman, Kane; Lori Waddell, East Rochester, PA; Bonnie Smith, and Cathy Wright both of Emporium; numerous grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.

 He was preceded in death by his parents, Emmerson and Minnie Hughes Hefright, two sisters, Martha and Mabel; two brothers, Cloyd and Dick Hefright and his former wife, Jeanine Speaker Hefright

A Memorial Service will be held at the First United Methodist Church, 306 South Spruce St, Emporium, PA on Saturday (August 12, 2017) at 3:00 PM with Rev. Joseph Short, Pastor, officiating.

The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the memorial service.

 Burial will be in the Rich Valley Cemetery, Emporium, PA

 Memorial Contributions may be made to the Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Auxiliary, 110 East 4th Street, Emporium, PA 15834

 Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

St Mark News - - Picnic, Father Mendez, Festival TShirts

St, Mark/St. James Parish Picnic SUNDAY, AUGUST 27TH

Sizerville State Park (Pavilion #2)

 Beginning with Mass at 11:00 AM Mark your calendar! *********

 FR. MARTIN MENDEZ from San Antonio, our sister parish in the Yucatan, will be here at St. Mark, Emporium, the week of August 22-28. Plans are underway for his visit…. stay tuned!!

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 Get your St. Mark T-Shirt Now! Pre-orders are being accepted, only $10.00 each!

 Color Choices are: Sapphire Blue, Irish Green, and Orange. Please make checks out to “Defined by Ink”. Any questions, please call Nicki Abriatis @ 486-2177. Orders and payment can be put in the collection baskets…payment due by Aug. 20th. T-Shirts will arrive before festival.

Fishing Derby Benefit

Nick Guisto 9th Memorial Golf Tournament

Rotary News

The Emporium Rotary Club sponsored CCHS students, Alex Umble, Eric Morton &; Derreck Beldin who attended RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award) this past June. 

 RYLA is a leadership program coordinated by Rotary Clubs around the globe. Each year thousands of young people participate in this program through seminar camps or workshops to discuss leadership skills and to learn those skills through practice.

Sponsorships Available for Sinnemahone Ultra Trail Run

Sponsorships Available for Sinnemahone Ultra Trail Run

 Samson Energy committing to the prime sponsorship of the Sinnemahone Ultra Trail Run Saturday October 21. “We are excited to welcome Samson Energy as our prime sponsor for 2017. Last year we had no major sponsorship since Pennsylvania Independent Oil Gas Association withdrew its support due to a declining oil and gas market,” says Craig Hudson, race director. As of the end of July, 11 local organizations and businesses pledging support to the event. Sponsorships start at $50. 

 The Cameron County Chamber of Commerce is the information center. Contact the staff for sponsorship and registration paperwork or visit www.sinnemahone.org.

Artisan Center Joins with DuBois Business

Artisan Center Joins with DuBois Business

Cameron County Artisan Center teaming up with Kreative Kreations in DuBois to offer Sunday afternoon classes starting this fall. Two projects have been selected according to Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tina Johns Solak. “Several residents from the county have been traveling to DuBois to take classes, and the chamber reached out to see if the teachers would travel on Sundays also meeting a request by residents of Cameron County.”

The first class is a reversible wooden wall hanging depicting three pumpkins on one side and a snowman on the other. The class is set for Sunday October 1 starting at 1pm-3pm. The second class is set for Sunday November 5 and features a replica of a door fashioned into a tray. Each class is $40.00. Payment reserves a seat and reservations can be made online at www.cameroncountychamber.org, by phone 814-486-4314 or in person at the Cameron County Artisan Center. Classes are limited to 18 students.

Rotary News

Trooper Jonathon Wooster was the guest speaker at the Rotary meeting August 1st. 

 Trooper Wooster spoke about the heroin epidemic, its effects, and how it is hitting small communities. Also picture is Rotarian, Bonnie Smith.

Regina G. "Jean" Bauer

Regina G. "Jean" Bauer, 93, of 133 E. Fifth St., Emporium, PA died at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA Monday (August 7, 2017) afternoon following a brief illness. She was born April 1, 1924 in Stump Creek, PA a daughter of the late Patrick and Ann Kristofic Felix. On April 27, 1946 in Sykesville, PA she married the late Guy Bauer.

Jean attended Sykesville High School and later earned her GED. In 1942 she came to Emporium and was employed by Sylvania Electric Products. After raising her family, she worked at Cameron County High School cafeteria and Olivett's grocery store. She attended St. Mark Catholic Church where she taught Catechism for several years. She was a member of St. Mark C.D. of A. and the Rosary Society. Jean was a dedicated mother, grandmother and great grandmother who always put her family first.

She is survived by three daughters, Kathy (Earl) Haberstroh, Monroeville; Toni (David) Dresser, Emporium; Christine (Dave) Hickoff, Fenton, MI; two sons, Richard "Rick" (Barbara) Bauer, Emporium; and Gerard (Debbie) Bauer, Beaver Dam, WI; fifteen grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren, three sisters, Bernadette Felix, Anastasia Shilala and Mary Jo Ulishney, all of DuBois; three brothers, Edward Felix, Stump Creek; Regis Felix, DuBois; and Ted Felix, Falls Creek.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Patrick and Ann Felix. husband, Guy Bauer who died December 22, 2003; one granddaughter, Kendyl Shaffer, two brothers, Paul and Pat Felix and a sister, Marcella Kuritz.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Saturday (August 12, 2017) at 11:00 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant.

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Friday from 4-7 PM. Burial will follow at St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium, PA

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

 BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.