OBITUARIES

Dec 23, 2024

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Ellen S. Story

of Barton

Ellen S. Story, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, at the age of 91 at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre following a brief illness. Born...

Dec 19, 2024

Barbara V. Vallilee

of Smithboro, NY

Barbara "Barb" V. Vallilee, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on December 19, 2024, at Mercy House of the Southern Tier. Born on August 22, 1948, in Johnson City, NY, Barb's life was a testament to the...

Dec 18, 2024

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Lynn Vestel

of Nichols

Lynn (Carolyn) Vestel departed from her body on December 18, 2024, on her terms. Having great faith in Jesus' forgiveness, grace, and mercy, she anticipated a heavenly welcome and joyous reunion with family and friends who went ahead of her....

Dec 17, 2024

Robert Thomas Dinse, Jr

of Athens, PA

Robert Thomas Dinse, Jr., affectionately known as Bob to his friends and "Meatball" over the CB radio airwaves, passed away suddenly due to heart and health issues on December 17, 2024, at his home in Athens, PA. Born in Sayre, PA, on May 29,...

Dec 13, 2024

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Ronald L. Ketchum, known affectionately by friends and family as Ron, passed away suddenly on December 13, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on March 27, 1952 the son of Merton and Marie (Bennett) Ketchum, Ron's early life was set in a...

Dec 12, 2024

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Newell Butler, a cherished and respected member of the Nichols community, passed peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at the Sayre Health Care Center. Born on October 8, 1936, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, Newell's life was a...

Dec 10, 2024

Beverly Jean Graham, known affectionately as Bev to her friends and family, passed away peacefully at her home in Englewood, Florida, on December 10, 2024. Born on August 12, 1932, in Endicott, New York, Bev's life was a tapestry of love, faith, and dedication to her family.

Bev's journey began in the small community of Smithboro, where...

Dec 9, 2024

Darlene M. (Wheeler) Bortle

of Nichols

Darlene M. (Wheeler) Bortle, affectionately known to those close to her as Dar, passed away on December 9, 2024, after a brave battle with cancer. Born on March 4, 1968, in Sayre, Pennsylvania, Dar's journey through life was marked by her infectious laughter, boundless kindness, and the...

Dec 3, 2024

Curtis W. Keeney

of LeRaysville, Pa

Curtis W. Keeney, aged 65, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2024, following an extended decline in health. Born on November 8, 1959, in Sayre, Pennsylvania, Curtis's life was marked by his adventurous spirit, his handy skills, and his amiable nature that endeared him to...

Dec 1, 2024

Margaret Bernadine Reed

of Warren Center, Pa

Margaret Bernardine Reed (nee Meder), 104, passed away and entered eternal life on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Pennsylvania. Margaret was born March 10, 1920, in Philadelphia to the late Frederick & Alice (McDonnell) Meder. During World War II, Margaret worked at...

Dec 1, 2024

Nancy J. Blakeslee

of Rome, Pa

Nancy J. Blakeslee, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2024, at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pennsylvania. Born on January 29, 1947, in Shades Creek, Pennsylvania. Nancy's life was marked by a love for her family and a tenacious...

Nov 29, 2024

Todd Allen Messinger, a beacon of love and joy, passed away peacefully at his home in Nichols, NY, on November 29, 2024, at the age of 56. Born on June 2, 1968, in Elmira, NY, he was a man whose life was characterized by warmth, kindness, and an enduring affection for those around him.

Todd faced many...

Nov 28, 2024

Jeanette Margaret (Nickles) Jones

of Warren Center, Pa

Jeanette Margaret Jones, a beacon of love and generosity, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024, at the Sayre Health Care Center where she had resided since June. Born on April 2, 1936, in Sayre, Pennsylvania, Jeanette's vibrant spirit and nurturing presence touched...

Nov 21, 2024

Raymond Arthur Manzer, Jr.

of Smithboro

Raymond Arthur Manzer, Jr., affectionately known to all as Ray, passed away following a courageous battle with Cancer, on November 21, 2024, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pennsylvania. Born on August 27, 1945, in Binghamton, New York, his legacy is etched in the hearts of...

Nov 14, 2024

Mercedes "Mercy" Strope, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully at her home on November 14, 2024, at the age of 91. Born on October 31, 1933, in Halstead, Pennsylvania, she was the cherished daughter of Walter and Frances (Boardman) Conklin. Mercy lived a life marked by devotion to her family, unwavering faith, and an enduring spirit...

Nov 2, 2024

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Mary Louise (Chapman) Brink

June 18, 1945-November 2, 2024

The daughters of Mary L. Brink of Nichols, NY announce the passing of their Mom into eternal rest.  ...

Oct 28, 2024

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Mary Lou Kinney

of Ithaca, New York

Mary Lou Kinney, known warmly as Mary Lou to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024,...

Oct 27, 2024

Sally Mae McDonald

of Nichols

Sally Mae McDonald, a life long resident of Nichols passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, October 27, 2024 following months of endless striving and many struggles. Sally went to be with Jesus and her loved ones in Heaven. She joined her husband Lloyd, her...

Oct 18, 2024

John O. Young

Potterville, PA

John O. Young, 78, of Potterville, passed away on October 18, 2024. Born on November 4, 1945, John's journey was marked by a steadfast dedication to his work, his family, and his many interests that brought joy to all who knew him.

John is...

Oct 17, 2024

Richard E. Ross, known affectionately as Dick to his friends and family, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Orwell Twp., Rome, Pennsylvania, on October 17, 2024. Born on the last day of 1955 in Sayre, Pennsylvania, Dick's journey through life was marked by his unwavering kindness, faith, and love for those around him. He was a beacon of...