Cameron County Food Pantry

The Cameron County Food Pantry will hold a distribution for people determined eligible on Wednesday, July 25, 2012, 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

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Sinnamahoning Volunteer Fire Department Chicken BBQ

Come out and support one of your local fire and ambulance services. 

 The Sinnamahoning Volunteer Fire Department will be holding a chicken BBQ on July 21, 2012 at their fire hall starting at 11:00 am.  The dinner will include a ½ chicken, macaroni salad, baked beans, dinner roll and a drink for $10.00. 

The Ladies Auxiliary will be also holding a bake sale. 

 Any questions call Brandie 546-9117

Martha(Marty) Ryan

Martha (Marty) Thomas Ryan, 87, of East Second Street, Emporium, passed awayWednesday, July 11, 2012 at ElkRegional MedicalCenter, St. Marys after a brief illness.

She was born July 13, 1924 on Whittimore Hill, just outside ofEmporium, the fourth youngest of 12 children, of Jackson & Clara Thomas.

On May 24, 1947 in Emporium she married Joseph G. Ryan, Jr., who died June 5, 1988.

She was a graduate of Emporium High School and was a veteran of WWII having served as a Paymaster Sergeant in the US Marine Corps.

Marty was employed as a Senior Accountant by Sylvania Electric in Emporium. In addition to working as an Accountant in the private sector, she was both a Supervisory Accountant and a Systems Accountant for the US Navy. For the last 15 years of her working career, she owned and operated Timber Rock Farms on Whittimore Hill, a commercial greenhouse specializing in herbs and dried flowers.

Marty was a member of Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Emporium, and a former member of the Order of the Eastern Star Emporium Chapter #101, the Business Women's Association, and the American Society of Military Comptrollers. As an Army wife, she lived in many areas of the United States and Europe.

She is survived by her son, Fr. Matthew W. Ryan and his wife Barbara of Emporium; three grandchildren, Maggie (Dan) Sensenig of St. Marys, Kaity (Josh)Parslow of Emporium and Mike Ryan of Emporium; one great grandson, Jackson Sensenig at home; one sister, Pauline Bollinger of Emporium, and several niecesand nephews.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by three sisters,Elida, Helen, and Beulah and  seven brothers, Bill, Leon,Fennii, Harry, Jackson, Jr., Oliver and Paul.

Visitations with video tribute will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.Friday, July 13, in the Coppersmith-Condon Funeral Home, Emporium.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday in the Emmanuel Episcopal Church with Fr. Matt Ryan officiating. Interment will be inthe Thomas-Ryan Family Cemeteryon Whittimore Hill where full military honors will be accorded by the CameronCounty Memorial Detail.

An Eastern Star Memorial Service will be held Friday at 7 p.m. in theFuneral Home.

Memorials may be made to Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Cameron CountyAmbulance Service, Emporium Volunteer Fire Department, or Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library

Arlene H Zidar

Arlene H. Zidar, 90, of 423 Woodland Ave., Emporium died at Elk Regional Health Center, St. Marys on Monday (July 9, 2012) morning.
She was born December 26, 1921 in Warren, PA a daughter of the late Merle and Jennie Gross Hull.
On June 11, 1945 in Emporium she married the late Joseph Zidar.
Mrs. Zidar graduated from Bradford High School in the class of 1941. She worked for the Cameron County School District for over 25 years. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star, Emporium Chapter #101 and the Emporium Senior Center.

Surviving
Son: James Zidar and his wife Dona, Norcross, GA
Daughter: Phyllis, Mrs. Bob Ferris, Weirton, WV
3 Grandchildren Joe, Mark & Mike
1 Sister: Phyllis, Mrs. Frank Hubbell, Winter Park, FL
1 Brother: Dr. Gerald Hull and his wife Beverly, Bradford
Preceded in Death By
Parents: Merle and Jennie Gross Hull
Husband: Joseph Zidar who died in 1983
Brother: Jack Hull

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Tuesday from 6-8 PM.
Funeral Service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium on Wednesday (July 11, 2012) at 1:00 PM with Rev. Joseph Short, Pastor, First United Methodist Church, officiating.
Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium.

Memorial Contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 306 S. Spruce Street., Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Dream Makers for Make-A-Wish of Cameron, McKean and Potter counties Motorcycle Dice Run and Auction

Lady Raider Night Swim @CCHS Pool

On Monday, July 9th from 7 pm - 10 pm, there will be a Lady Raider Night Swim @CCHS Pool.

There will be games, food, and music.

This will  benefit the Lady Raider Basketball Team. 

It's $2 a person, $5 a family.

Hope to see you there!

Friends of the Library Annual Used Book Sale

The Friends of the Cameron County Public Library will hold their annual used book sale during the Cameron County Art Fest ~ Weekend in the Wilds on Saturday, July 7th.
The used book sale will be held from 9 am to 6 pm on Thursday,July 5th, and Friday, July 6th. It will be held until 1pm on Saturday, July7th.

The Friends of the Cameron County Public Library is a local support group which was formed in 1989 to raise funds for the construction of a new library building. Through their efforts, as well as generous gifts and memorials from many local residents and organizations the new library (The Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library) was opened in January of 2002.

If you are interested in joining the Friends group you may call the Library at 486-8011 or Mrs. Nancy Zoschg at 486-3198 for more information.

Memberships are available as Single $5, Joint $10, Family $20, and Lifetime $100

The Friends of the Library continue their ongoing financial support of the Library with its annual used book sale and annual membership drive.

http://www.emporiumlibrary.org

2013 Photo Calendar Contest Rules and Entry Form

Citizens & Northern Bank is looking for images that capture the beauty of its market area of Bradford, Cameron, Lycoming, McKean, Potter, Sullivan and Tioga Counties in Pennsylvania and the Canisteo-Hornell region of Steuben County in New York. Photos from all four seasons are needed. A panel of judges will select the winning photos, which will be published in the 2013 C&N calendar on a non-exclusive basis. A total of 13 photos will be selected - one for each month - and the Grand Prize winner, which will be published on the calendar's cover. The C&N calendar is widely anticipated each year and is distributed through our 26 offices in Pennsylvania and Canisteo and Hornell, NY. Each winner will receive a cash prize.

Only amateur photographers are eligible to enter our contest.

Entry forms and rules are available at all Citizens & Northern Corporation offices and on our website’s Blog: http://blog.cnbankpa.com.

7th Annual David Hutton Memorial 5k Run & 2-Mile Walk

Hello Everyone!

Its that time of the year again. The 7th Annual David Hutton Memorial 5k Run & 2-Mile Walk will be held August 18th 2012 in Emporium PA.

You can register at www.davidhuttonmemorial.org .

  Online registration is easy and free so we encourage you to register online!

We hope to see all of you this year and best of luck in your preparation!

Happy training,

Jeff Hutton, Committee Memeber

 

 

David M. "Dude" Williams

David M. “Dude” Williams, 57, of Sizerville Road, Emporium,died Thursday, June 28, 2012, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.

Born April 15, 1955 in Ridgway, he was the son of Millard Jr. and GraceFrederick Williams.

A lifelong Cameron County resident, David was a 1974 graduate of Cameron County High School.

He had been employed by Emporium Specialties in Austin and Mallory Lumber in Emporium.

He was a member of the Portage Township Emergency Management Team, theBucktail Rod & Gun Club, and was an avid four-wheeler and stock car racefan.

Survivors in addition to his mother in Emporium are four sisters, DianeWilliams and Brenda Williams both of Emporium, Carol Lentz of Austin, andJeanne (Sylvia) Barber of Cambridge Springs; and two nieces and one nephew.

 

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 7, in the Gardeau Church with the Rev. Jason Claydonofficiating.

Burial will be in PortageCemetery, Sizerville.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor’schoice.

Robert T. Condon

Robert T. Condon, 62, of Penn Hills (Pittsburgh)formerly of Verona, Oakmont and Florida, died Monday,June 25, 2012, in his home, following a brief illness.

Born October 7, 1949 in Pittsburgh,he was the son of James F. and Mary Catherine O’Neill Condon.

Robert was a hair stylist and was employed by several salons in Florida and Pittsburgh,currently by Profiles Plus on Saltsburg  Road.

He was a motorcycle enthusiast and through the years had personallybuilt several show quality bikes.

Survivors include: his brother, James M. Condon and wife Shirley ofEmporium; one nephew, Thomas “TJ” Condon of Pittsburgh; two aunts,Cecilia Condon and Lillian Condon, and an uncle, Thomas Condon, all of Verona;many cousins; and his lifelong best friend, Albert Sepalyak of Verona.

Visitations with video tribute were held Thursday, June 28 from 2-4& 7-9 p.m. in the Soxman Funeral Home/Roth Chapel, Penn Hills. Funeral Services were held privately.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor’schoice.

Coppersmith-Condon Funeral Home.

Drive In Movie Night

Drive Inn Movie Night sponsored by the Cameron County Fair Association and the Cameron County SPCA

Tonight

Saturday June 30th 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm

 Held at the Cameron County Fair Grounds

Bring your blankets, lawn chairs to watch a movie on a 16 foot inflatable screen at the fairgrounds 

Adult tickets are $ 6.00

Children ages 6-12 are $ 3.00

All children under 5 are free

 Refreshments will be available for purchase.

Gate opens at 730....

 Tonights  showing will be "We bought a Zoo"

 We Bought a Zoo is a 2011 comedy-drama film based on the 2008 memoir of the same name by Benjamin Mee.

The film is directed by Cameron Crowe, and stars Matt Damon as the lead character.  Based on a true story.

1st Swim Meet of the Season

Emporium was host to the seasons 1st swim meet last night. 

 Many youngsters and adults enjoyed an evening of fun at the CCHS pool.

Vacation Bible School @ ST. Marks Church

Vacation Bible School

JUNE 24-JUNE 28, 6-8 PM @ ST. MARK CHURCH for all CHILDREN PRESCHOOL to 5^th GRADE

 If you can help, call Jen at the center (486-0784), home (486-7664) or Deb Fisher (486-0830).

  Also, if you are able to donate some of the items needed for VBS, there is a list in the back of the church.

  Thanks for your help.

Boyd N. Husted

Boyd N. Husted, 84, of Rich Valley, Emporium, died Thursday, June 21, 2012, in Elk Regional Health Center,St. Marys.

He was born September 26, 1927 in Emporium, the son of Earl R. and Celia Colter Husted. On March 17, 1972 in Emporium, he married Maira Walden who died November 5, 1998.

He was a veteran of WWII having served as a medical technician in the United States Army.

Mr. Husted attended CameronCounty schools and was employed by GTE Sylvania in Emporium for several years. He also worked on the Stevenson Dam Project, was a Shippen Township Supervisor, and was retired from PennDOT.

He enjoyed working around his house and yard and in his younger yearshe enjoyed roller skating and bowling with his good friend Mo Johnson.

Survivors include: a brother Rodney Husted and wife Violet of Montoursville; a nephew Robert Husted and wife Iris of Wichita Falls, Texas;and a niece Catherine Houghton and husband Paul of Pittsburgh.

In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Richard and Russell Husted.

There will be no visitation.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Coppersmith-Condon FuneralHome, Emporium.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Emporium Old Home Week

Emporium Old Home Week
Monday June 18 - Saturday June 23, 2012
Matinee's Wednesday and Saturday afternoons
Broad Street, Emporium PA
Carnival with rides, concession stands, bingo,and games.

Swim Team Sign Ups

There will be a Cameron County Swim Team again this year.

The 1st practice begins on  Monday June 18, 2012.
Diving will be held from 6:00-6:30 pm.
Swim practice will be 6:30-7:30pm.

Sign up forms are available at the pool.
Our 1st meet is June 25th and there are 4 home meets this year.

See you there !!

Cameron County Food Pantry

The Cameron County Food Pantry will hold a distribution for people determined eligible on Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 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.

Mabel L Gennocro

Mabel I. Gennocro, 95, of 130 Kennedy St., Bradford, PA formerly of Emporium died at her daughters residence, Bradford, PA on Friday (June 15, 2012) morning.
She was born August 8, 1916 in Emporium a daughter of the late Albert and Margaret Zurflu Streich.
On July 5, 1936 in she married the late Anthony Gennocro.
Mrs. Gennocro retired from Sylvania where she worked for many years. She was the last Gold Star Mother in Cameron County. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Surviving
Daughter: Dorothy Chirillo, Bradford
Daughter: Margy Putt, Emporium
Daughter: Gloria Berry, Emporium
Son: Jim Gennocro and his wife Dolly, Emporium
Son: Sam Gennocro and Paula, Duke Center
Son: Mick Gennocro, Morristown, TN
Several Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and Great Great Grandchildren
Brother: Albert "Clink" Striech, Emporium
Sister: Virginia Stebich, Austin
Sister: Lois Gribble, Emporium
Sister: Judy Seabolt, Emporium

Preceded in Death By
Parents: Albert and Margaret Zurflu Streich
Husband: Anthony Gennocro
Son: Anthony "Butch" Gennocro who died in the Vietnam War
Daughter: Sharon Geci
1 Brother: Herbert Streich
3 Sisters: Charmaine Donovan, Evelyn Benedict & Doroth Streich

Funeral Service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium on Monday, (June 18, 2012) at 2:00 PM with Rev. Jeremy Caskey, Pastor, Faith Baptist Church, officiating.
Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Sunday from 2-4 PM.
Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium.

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net
BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Charles O. "Joe" Nellis, 80, of Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys, formerly of 356 E. 5th St., Ext., Emporium died at Elk Regional Health Center, St. Marys on Thursday (June 14, 2012) afternoon.
He was born March 21, 1932 in Tioga, PA a son of the late Charles and Lula Maybelle Shaylor Nellis.
On January 16, 1954 in Rich Valley Weslyan Church he married the late Stella LaBorde Nellis.
Mr. Nellis retired from Motor Coil where he worked for many years. He had served Emporium Borough as the Chief of Police for several years.

Surviving
Daughter: Vicki, Mrs. Ed LaBrozzi, Emporium
Daughter: Kimberly, Mrs. Brooks McBride, Emporium
Son: Lawrence Nellis, Emporium
2 Great Grandchildren & 5 Grandchildren
Brother: Robert, Emporium
Sister: Shirley Collins, Emporium
Sister: Virginia Main, Emporium
Sister: Joanne Austin and her husband, Emporium

Preceded in Death By
Parents: Charles and Lula Maybelle Shaylor Nellis
Wife: Stella LaBorde Nellis who died Jan. 31, 2007 Daughter: Linda Nellis who died Dec. 15, 2005
2 Sisters: Betty Gaenzle and Annabelle Nellis
3 Brothers: Richard, Gary and Jim Nellis

Funeral Service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home
207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium on Monday (June 18, 2012) at 11:00 AM with Rev. James Eastman, Pastor, Abundant Life Tabernacle, officiating.
Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Monday from 10:00-10:45 AM.
Burial will be in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium.

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Ben A Keller

Ben A Keller, 94 of 356 S. Mountain Rd., Emporium, formerly of Kirksville Mo. passed away in St. Marys, PA peacefully Tuesday afternoon in the company of his family.
He was born Feb 2nd 1918 the son of U.S. Grant and Effie J. (Burns) Keller.

Mr. Keller graduated from the University of Missouri and taught High School in both Kirksville and Emporium. Prior to that time he worked at Sylvania in Emporium and Burlington, Iowa. He was a veteran of WWll serving in the European theatre with the 70th tank battalion. Mr. Keller was a member and past Post Commander of the Miller-Raffelle VFW. He was also an active 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus in Emporium. He enjoyed people and socializing and traveling around the country. He spent many of the last few winters living with his family in Texas

He is survived by 3 sons, Ben (Kim) Keller of Soul South Korea, Patrick of Fort Worth Texas, and Steve (Donna) of St Marys. He has 10 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren all of which he loved dearly.
He was preceded in death by his wife Frances 2003, and son Thomas. 2000 and eight older brothers: Sam, Homer, Carl, Tom, Fred, Hadley, Eugene and Max.

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Thurday from 6-8 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium on Friday, June 15, 2012 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant. A Military Service will be accorded by the Cameron County Memorial Detail.

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

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Richard C. Aaron, 56

Richard C. Aaron, 56, of 316 Lamplighter Mnr., Latrobe, PA formerly of Emporium died at Excela Health Latrobe Hospital in Latrobe on Saturday, (June 9, 2012) night.
He was born May 13, 1956 in Ft. Worth, Texas a son of Ben Aaron, Forestville, NY and Maureen Gross, Emporium

Mr. Aaron attended grade and high school in Emporium and one year iof high school in Port Allegany. He enlisted in the Army in 1973 and served until 1976. While in the Army he completed Military Police Training which he was very proud of. He spent the following year in Germany. Rick married Maria Azzato at St. Mark Church on May 10, 1980. He worked at Motor Coil and then GKN Sinter Metals where he had worked over 20 years as an inspector. After moving to Latrobe he worked several years in his field. Rick enjoyed everything he did with his children. He loved to hunt and fish and was an avid Penn State football fan. He was a wonderful father and son with a very kind heart. Rick was a member of the VFW.

Surviving
In addition to his Father and Mother
Son: Shane Aaron,
Daughter: Olivia Aaron,
Companion of several years: Susan Lewis, Latrobe
Uncle: Gary Gross
Aunt: Janice Letchem
Several: Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in Death By
Maternal Grandparents: Oliver and Marion Roynan Gross
Paternal Grandparents: Vincent Aaron
Paternal Grandmother: Violet Songer Manginell

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 on Friday (June 15, 2012) at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant. A Military Service will be accorded by the Cameron County Memorial Detail.
Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium.
Memorial Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, Cameron Unit, P.O. Box 62, 135 W. Fourth St., Emporium, or to the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library, 27 W. 4th St., PO Box 430, Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Martina L. Husted, 74,

Martina L. Husted, 74, of Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys formerly of Emporium died at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys on Friday evening. (June 8, 2012)

She was born March 29, 1938 in Emporium a daughter of the late Martin and Mary Dolan Minard.

On May 7, 1960 in St. Mark Rectory she married the late Russel Husted.

Mrs. Husted graduated from Cameron County High School in the class of 1957. She worked at Sylvania, Tau Electronics, Hoy Dry Cleaners, Fred's Meat Market and Luigi's Snack & Shop. Martina was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church.

 

Surviving

Daughter: Catherine Houghton and her husband Paul, Pittsburgh

Son: Robert Husted and his wife Iris, Wichita Falls, TX

One Step Grandson: Louis Fierro

Sister: Mary Ann Park, Emporium

Sister: Regina Caton and her husband David, Emporium

Brother: John Minard and his wife Mary Grace, Emporium

Several nieces and nephews

Preceded in Death By

Parents: Martin and Mary Dolan Minard

Husband: Russel Husted who died June 14, 2005

The family will receive friends at the Barnett Funeral Home on Tuesday from 6-8 PM.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium on Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant.

Burial will be in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Pinecrest Manor, Memorial Fund, 763 Johnsonburg Rd., St. Marys, PA 15857

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Almeda H. "Medie" Woodward

Almeda H. "Medie" Woodward, 98, of Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, died at Elk Regional Health Center, St. Marys on Saturday (June 9, 2012) afternoon.
She was born April 16, 1914 in Fryburg, PA a daughter of the late William and Rose Ann Weaver Hook.
On August 17, 1939 in Kane, PA she married the late Thomas Woodward, Jr.

Mrs. Woodward graduated from Kane High School in the class of 1930. She worked, as a customer service representative, for National Fuel Gas for over 23 years. She was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church the C.D. of A. and the Emporium Senior Center. She enjoyed playing cards.

Surviving
Son: Thomas M. Woodward, III, Emporium
Brother: Melvin Hook and his wife Patricia, Pittsburgh
Preceded in Death By
Parents: William and Rose Ann Weaver Hook
Husband: Thomas Woodward
2 Brothers: George & Martin Hook
Sister: Leona Hook

There will be No Visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, Pennsylvania
Tuesday (June 12, 2012) at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant.
Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Emporium Senior Center, 213-1/2 South Maple Street, Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Roger A Nogy

Roger A. Nogy, 60, of Emporium, formerly of N. Belle Vernon, passed away Monday, June 4, 2012 in U.P.M.C. Montifiore Hospital.

A son of the late Martin (Streamline) and Audrey 'Jean' Spanish Nogy, he was born in N. Charleroi on March 17, 1952.

A resident of Emporium for the past five years, he was a member of St. Mark's R.C. Church in Emporium.

Roger was retired from Westmoreland County 911 where he was employed as a dispatcher and the former Allenport Plant of Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel.

He was a life member and past president of the North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department, a member of the Emporium Volunteer Fire Department, Buck Tail Rod and Gun Club, May Hollow Sportsmen's Association, Sinnamahoning Sportsmen's Club, Moose Club, Vets Club, and Knights of Columbus, all of Emporium.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Irene Seroka in 2010, and his favorite furry companion, Shadow in 2011.

Survivors include his wife of 29 years, Deanne Nogy, one daughter, Kathy Nogy of Stockdale, two sons and one daughter-in-law, Sean Panek and his wife, Heather, of Mon City and Alan Nogy of N. Charleroi, two brothers, Marty Nogy of Belle Vernon and his children, Brian and Jason Nogy, and Mark Nogy of Belle Vernon and his children, Brittany and Stephanie Nogy, two aunts, Gilda Gladys and Norma (John) Gillo, all of Belle Vernon, and several cousins including, Walt Nogy of Belle Vernon and Joanne (Nick) Kustra of Greensburg,

Friends will be received Friday from 3 to 8 PM in the Ferguson Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., (724-929-5300), 700 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon www.FergusonFuneralHomeAndCrematory.com. A blessing service will be in the funeral home Friday at 8:00 P.M. with the Rev. Msgr. Roger A. Statnick officiating. The rosary will be prayed in the funeral home Friday at 3:00 PM by Members of St. Sebastian Parish and the members of the North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department will meet in the funeral home Friday at 7 P.M. to hold services.

Bill Would Enjoy Hearing From His Friends

We are happy to hear that Bill Grimone has returned to St Marys.

He is now residing in Elk Haven. His address is

Bill Grimone

Elk Haven Nursing Home

Room 209

Johnsonburg Road

St Marys, Pa   15857

Bill would enjoy hearing from his friends !

WPSU OUR TOWN VIDEO

Our Town features the heritage and spirit of local communities as told by its citizens. Residents use  video cameras to show the personalities and places that make their town special to them.   The series has highlighted more than fifty communities in the WPSU coverage area since its debut in 1996.  This will be the second time Emporium has been featured in this series. The first vidio was filmed in 2001.

It is almost time for the live broadcast of Our Town Emporium!  Tune in Thursday, June 7th at 8PM to hear stories from Emporium and all of Cameron County!
Stories include Mountaineer Search and Rescue, the latest production from the Cameron County High School Drama Club, the Little Red Barn Farm, and a tour of Embassy Powdered Metals.
Out-of-town friends and family can watch the show.  The show will stream live the night of the broadcast on wpsu.org.
We know that you’ll love  this region at the heart of the PA Wilds, just as we at WPSU have.
 Please join us on Thursday, June 7th at 8PM!   http://wpsu.org/tv/ourtown/emporium

Previous episodes of the Our Town series may be viewed here   http://www.wpsu.org/tv/episodes/ourtown 

Health Care Screenings

Cameron Counties Bloodmobile Schedule

Cameron Counties Bloodmobile Schedule

                                                  June 14th   Emporium VFW  11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.                                                   

Schedule is subject to change.

Call 1-800-733-2767 to schedule appointments or visit the E-donor site at www.redcrossblood.org.

Call 1-866-236-3276 to ask questions about donating blood

Thomas C. Simms

Thomas C. Simms, 68, of 128 Simms Lane, Austin, PA died at Elk Regional Health Center, St. Marys on Tuesday (May 22, 2012) afternoon.

He was born July 27, 1943 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Cyril and Mary Grimes Simms.

On July 23, 1966 in St. Mark Catholic Church, Emporium he married Grace Vroman Simms, who Survives.

Mr. Simms graduated from Austin High School in the class of 1961. He was an electrician with Sylvania in Emporium for over 20 years. He retired from GKN where he worked for many years. Tom had been a licensed gunsmith and built many guns over the years. He was and avid hunter and fisherman. He also enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family.

Surviving

In addition to Grace Vroman Simms

Son: Andrew Simms, Austin

7 Grandchildren: Erica, Marissa, Andrew "AJ", Dalton, Tristan, Andrew & Alexis

Sister: Jennie, Mrs. James Lash, Emporium

Brother: John Simms and his wife Annette, Austin

Brother: James Simms, Coudersport

Several: Nieces and nephews,

Preceded in Death By

Parents: Cyril and Mary Grimes Simms Son: John P. Simms Brother: Lloyd Simms One Brother: in infancy

There will be No Visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at the Barnett Funeral Home 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium on Tuesday (May 29, 2012) at 5:00 PM with Rev. Rock Pifer, Pastor, Free Metholist Church, officiating.

Burial will be in the St. Augustine Catholic Cemetery, Austin, PA

Memorial Contributions may be made to the charity of the donors choice.

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Dale Marion Lewis

Dale Marion Lewis,  2611 Rich Valley Rd., Emporium died at his residence Tuesday (May 15, 2012) after a brief illness.
Mr. Lewis was born February 3, in St. Marys a son of Dorothy Barton Lewis, Emporium, and the late Jay Lewis.

He loved learning and received the following degrees:
He graduated as Valedictorian from Cameron County High School, and then attended Ohio State University, where he graduated Cum Laude and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology.  After receiving a National Science Foundation Grant, he attended Yale University, where he received his Masters degree and PH.D. in Geochemistry.  His love of learning extended to his adulthood where he served for many years as a proud and passionate member of the Cameron County School Board.

Dale was a Geology Consultant in Columbus, Ohio, and then co-owned Lewis and Hockenberry, Inc. in Emporium until his death.  He served on the Cameron County Conservation Board.  In addition, he supervised the Rich Valley Cemetery for many years.  He liked to spend as much time as possible outdoors hunting, fishing and gardening.  He also enjoyed cooking for his family and dogs.

Surviving
Mother:  Dorothy Barton Lewis, Emporium
He married Linda Knisely Cochran, Emporium
In addition he is survived by his four beloved daughters:
 Suzanne Lewis-Johnson (Chuck Johnson), Massillon, OH
 Rebecca Lewis (Damion Pisacane), Belchertown, MA
 Marion Thao Lewis, Emporium
 Anna Marie Lewis, Emporium
Four Granddaughters:  Josie, Kate, Emma & Jenna Johnson
Brother: David Lewis (Martha), Emporium
Sister: Elaine Lewis, Emporium
Sister: Linda Deeks (Tim) Lockport, NY
Preceded in Death By
Father: Jay Lewis

At the request of the deceased a private celebration of Dale’s life will be held at the grove in Rich Valley for close family.
There will be no public visitation or funeral.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Emporium Volunteer Fire Department, 421 N. Broad St., Emporium, PA 15834 or to Cameron County SPCA, P.O. BOX 132, Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net
BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Free Program On Technical Career Options For Youths

A free program is being held at the Career and Technical Center in Port Allegany in June to introduce area youth to technical job opportunities in the region, and to educate their parents about these options.

Students will participate in a skills development activity, tour the facility and work on projects in the center’s labs — changing the oil in a car, laser-engraving a wood product, building a small piece of furniture, developing a website, designing a newsletter, upgrading a computer and cooking.

Dates are June 11-12 for students entering grades 5-6, and June 13-14 for students entering grades 7–9. The course will run from 7:30 to 3:30. For more information or to register, call (814) 545-133

CCMH Community Health Event Announcements for May

May18th–Osteoporosis Heel Screenings from 1 to 3 p.m. at the CharlesCole MemorialHospital’s Women’s Health Centerin Coudersport. Cost is $10. Call 1-814-274-8200 to register.

May 21st– Look Good,Feel Better is a free program for women that provides support andtechniques to enhance their appearance during cancer treatments held at the Charles Cole MemorialHospital PattersonCancer CareCenter in Coudersportfrom 1-3 p.m.

May 29 & 30th– Are you interested in quitting smoking?Charles ColeMemorial Hospitalis hosting a QUIT & WIN workshop at 7:00 p.m. at the Charles ColeMemorial HospitalWellness Center.This event is free and open to the public. To register please call814-260-5550.

Stanley Kolby, 74, of 3879 Rich Valley Rd,  Emporium died at Elk Regional Health Center, St. Marys, Pennsylvania  Friday (May 11, 2012) night.

He was born December 27, 1937 in Renovo a son  of the late Chester and Rose Javornick Koby.

Mr. Kolby served with US Navy during the  Korean War. He was retired from Sylvania in St. Marys where he was a truck  driver for many years. Years ago he worked for PennCentral & Conrail  Railroad. He was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church, the K. of C. and the  Miller-Raffaele Post 6221, VFW. He enjoyed riding Harley Davison Motorcycles  and especially loved farming and gardening.

Surviving

 Son: Stanley "Staush" Kolby and his wife Heather, Emporium

3 Grandchildren: Jacob, Jessica & Robin  and 3 Great Grandchildren

Sister: Margaret "Peggy", Mrs.  Joseph Mahovlich, Rathbun

Companion: Isabelle Czekai, Erie

Preceded in Death  By

Parents: Chester and Rose Javornick  Koby

Sister: Mary Callaway

 

Visitation will be at the  Barnett Funeral Home on Tuesday from 5-8 PM.

Mass of Christian Burial will  be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth  Street, Emporium on Wednesday (May 16, 2012) at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul  S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant.

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

 

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

Memorial Contributions may be made to American  Cancer Society, Cameron Unit, P.O. Box 62, 135 W. Fourth St., Emporium, PA  15834 or to the American Heart Assoc., PO Box 15120, Chicago, IL,  60693

 

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with  arrangements.

Pauline Lewis

Pauline Lewis, 96, of Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, Pennsylvania formerly of Cherry St. & Maple Ave., Emporium died at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium on Saturday (May 12, 2012) morning.
She was born April 4, 1916 in Emporium a daughter of the late George J. and Anna P. Sullivan Holden. Mrs. Lewis first Husband was Kenneth Chandler, her second husband was Robert Fiscus, and then Roy Lewis.
She graduated from Emporium High School. She had worked at Sylvania many years ago and was active in the St. Mark Catholic Church. She loved the outdoors.

Surviving
Son: James Chandler and his wife Dianne, Mesa, AZ Son: Michael Fiscus, Emporium Son: Lee Lewis, Boston, MA Daughter: Ann Murphy, Toronto, Canada
2 Grandchildren Brian & Katheryn
Sister: Georgie Holden, Emporium Several: Nieces and Nephews,
Preceded in Death By
Parents: George J. and Anna P. Sullivan Holden
Husbands: Kenneth Chandler, Robert Fiscus and Roy Lewis.
Sister: Mary Jane Pleak
Sister in childhood: Frances Margaret Holden

There will be No Visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium on Saturday (May 19, 2012) at 11:00 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant.

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

Memorial Contributions may be made 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.

Michael J Tomasura

Michael J. Tomasura, 83, 423 Wishaw Road, Reynoldsville, died Friday, May 11, 2012, at Christ the King Manor.
Born Dec. 1, 1928, in Edwardsville, he was a son of the late Paul Tomasura Sr. and Anna Dudich Tomasura.
He was married to Madelyn A. Vizza Tomasura Sept. 1, 1962, in Reynoldsville. She survives.
He was a 1946 graduate of Edwardsville High School in Edwardsville and a 1957 graduate of the Pennsylvania State Police Academy in Hershey.

He retired as a Pennsylvania state police corporal from Troop F, Emporium, in 1988 after 32 years of service.
He was a Korean War veteran, having served as an Air Force Staff Sergeant.
He was a member of St. Marys Catholic Church of Reynoldsville and the Rosary Society. He was also a member of the Blue Army, the Knights of Columbus No. 935, the American Legion Post No. 392, the Retired State Police and the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 49. He was also a hospital volunteer.

He is survived by one daughter, Marie Toni Madden of Craneville; one grandson, Devon (Pat Roche) Madden of Jamestown, N.Y.; two granddaughters, Corinne and Sydney Madden of Cransville; and one great-grandson, Michael.
He was preceded in death by one son, Michael Tomasura Jr.; two brothers, Paul Jr. and John Tomasura; and two sisters, Wilma Tomasura and Mary Angelovich.

Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Bernard P. Snyder Funeral Home of Reynoldsville. The Rosary will be prayed at 3 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Marys Catholic Church, Reynoldsville, with the Rev. Fr. Richard Allen and the Rev. Msgr. Joseph Bobal as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Reynoldsville.

Memorial donations can be made to the Hahne Cancer Center, or DRMC ICU P.O. Box 447, DuBois, Pa, 15801 or Christ the King Manor, 1100 W. Long Ave., DuBois, Pa., 15801.

Bernice N Wallace

Bernice N. Wallace, 94, of Whitehall Manor, Whitehall, PA, formerly of Emporium died at Whitehall Manor, Whitehall, PA on Sunday (May 6, 2012) afternoon.
She was born August 18, 1917 in Pittsburgh a daughter of the late Charles and Lynn Miller Blews.
On April 25, 1942 in Penfield She married the late Ralph V. Wallace.

Mrs. Wallace graduated from Roberts Weslyan College with a Masters in Education. She was a retired school teacher. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church.

Surviving
Daughter: Linda, Mrs. John Gallotti, Rochester, NY
One Grandson: Stephen Harvey
Preceded in Death By
Parents: Charles and Lynn Miller Blews
Husband: Ralph V. Wallace who died Sept. 23, 2003

There will be No Visitation.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church 205 East Fourth Street, Emporium on Saturday (May 12, 2012) at 11:00 AM with Rev. Philip Sanders, Pastor, officiating.

Burial will be in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

CCHS Spring Concert/ Art Show/ Fiesta Mexicana May 10th

The CCHS annual Spring Concert / Art Show & Fiesta Mexicana will be held Thursday, May 10th at the high school. The dinner will begin at 5:00 pm, the concert at 7:00 pm, and the art show will run continuously throughtout the evening.

This should be one of the best concerts yet.

Come out and enjoy the music, dinner & art !!

2012 CCHS Prom Queen & King

Katie Brown and Shiquin Ou were crowned the 2012 Prom Queen & King at CCHS.

Congratulations to both of you !!!!!!

HELP DAVID LYON WIN THE LOWE'S SENIOR CLASS AWARD

Cameron County graduate, David Lyon, a catcher for Kent State university, is one of the top 10  finalists for the Lowe's Senior Class Award
Please click here to vote.!!!!!!!!  

http://www.seniorclassaward.com/athletes/david_lyon

Classroom

Lyon holds a 3.78 GPA and earned Academic All-MAC honors following the 2011 season. He helped Kent State baseball achieve a perfect 1.000 Academic Progress Rate (APR) score, marking the squad’s third such score in as many years. Kent State’s multi-year rate ranks as the highest from a public institution in the sport and matches prestigious private institutions such as Yale, Duke and Bucknell as the top score in the country. Only eight public institutions achieved a top-30 APR multi-year rate. “If you’re in class, you might as well try your best,” Lyon said. “There’s no point in not taking advantage of the opportunities we have. The upperclassmen are always good students, and they set the tone for competition amongst the team to see who can achieve the highest GPA each semester.”

Character

Lyon is a co-captain for the 2012 season. His discipline and leadership both behind the plate and off the field helped him earn a place on the USA Baseball’s 2011 Collegiate National Team upon recommendation from eighth-year Kent State coach Scott Stricklin.

Community

Lyon is a part of Kent State’s yearly visit to Akron Children’s Hospital, which is part of Kent State and the University of Akron’s annual “Diamond Classic For Kids,” a charity game that is played at Canal Park in Akron. Lyon and other players from Kent State and Akron interact with the young patients and lift their spirits by offering their friendship and encouragement.

Competition

As a junior, Lyon posted career highs with a .315 batting average, 128 total bases, 75 hits, 53 RBI, 36 runs, 27 walks, nine home runs and seven triples, which is tied for the Kent State single-season record. He also led Kent State with 404 putouts, the eighth most in a single season in school history. Lyon earned 2011 American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA)/Rawlings NCAA Mideast Region second team and second-team All-MAC honors for his efforts. He has helped lead the Golden Flashes to three straight MAC Tournament titles and NCAA Tournament berths. He earned All-NCAA Championship Austin Regional honors last season after he produced perhaps the most memorable hit in Kent State history to help down then-No. 5 Texas, 7-5, on its home field as the Golden Flashes earned their first regional final berth since 2001.