Obituaries

Dave K. Lush

Nov 21, 2025

Dave K. Lush, of Coudersport, died at his home on November 21, 2025, with his wife holding him, family and the Hospice Chaplin praying over him. He was born on November 15, 1958, the son of the late Frank Lush and Inez Lush, who survives.

Dave graduated from Galeton High School, Class of 1977, and received his BS in science from...

John Patrick Amato

Nov 5, 2025

John Patrick Amato, 87, of Coudersport, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.

John was born on January 9, 1938 in Philadelphia, the son of the late Joseph Amato and Louise (Lucarella) Amato. He is the husband of Agnes McGlinchey Amato and have shared 36 years together.

John enjoyed old movies and listening to music.

In addition to his...

Rosemarie Reese

Oct 16, 2025

Rosemarie Greitl Reese, 89, of Coudersport, PA passed away on October 16th, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. Born in Munich, Germany on September 17th, 1936, he daughter of Wilhelm and Marie Wurm Greitl and stepfather Jakob Grietl.

In Munich she married Fordyce “Al” Reese Sr. on September 5th, 1958. After his military career ended, they settled in Coudersport for the...

Florence E. (Haynes) Rossman

Oct 9, 2025

Florence E. (Haynes) Rossman, 92, of Coudersport passed away Thursday October 9, 2025, in her home, surrounded by family.  She was born March 5, 1933, in Gardeau, to Chester and Ethel (Pelchey) Haynes.  She worked for a time at Sylvania in Emporium, and on October 19, 1952, she married Joseph Gaberseck with whom she shared forty-six years of marriage...

Thomas F. Faust

Sep 10, 2025

Thomas F. Faust, 74, of Coudersport passed away Wednesday September 10, 2025, at UPMC Cole. He was born at home October 4, 1950, in Perkiomenville PA to James William and Doris Ella (Hunter) Faust. On February 17, 1981 he married the love of his life Sharon Chapman whom he shared 44 years of devoted marriage. Thomas was a hard...

Donald E. Kelsey

Aug 27, 2025

Donald Evans (Don) Kelsey, 94, of Coudersport died on August 27, 2025, at home.

He was born on August 2, 1931, in Cleveland, Ohio to Wayne E (Tom) Kelsey and Marguerite Young Kelsey.

He married Marguerite (Peggy) Boden on August 16, 1958, in Chester, who died on November 15, 2020, after 62 years of marriage....

Amy Mosch Buttery

Aug 22, 2025

Amy Mosch Buttery, 68, of Coudersport, passed away on August 22, 2025, at home.  She was born in Coudersport, PA on April 29, 1957, to Dr. George and Doris Mosch.

Amy was a graduate of Coudersport High School and of Penn State University.  She worked at UPMC Cole for 37 years as a medical social worker.  She...

Phyllis R. Dow

Aug 20, 2025

Phyllis Ruth (Turner) Dow was born on October 30, 1943, in Buffalo, New York. After her father, Willis Turner returned from WWII, he and his wife, Ruth (Hooftallen) and their new daughter returned to Austin, PA where she attended the local school, graduating in 1961. On July 31, 1965, she married Douglas M. Dow, also of Austin. Although Phyllis...

Sandra Chang

Aug 20, 2025

Sandra Chang, 87, of Coudersport, formerly of Alexandria, VA,  passed away on Wednesday, Aug 20, 2025 at UPMC Cole Place, Coudersport.  She was born on March 23, 1938 in Seoul, Korea.  She is survived by hers sons: Hi (Angela) Chang of Coudersport; and David (Hyun) Chang of Pasadena, MD. A celebration of Sandra's life in Alexandria, VA may be...

John Petroski

Aug 15, 2025

John J. Petroski, 82, of Coudersport, passed away August 15, 2025 at Sweden Valley Manor following a brave battle with cancer.  He was born March 24, 1943 in Philadelphia, PA to John and Fannie (Szlachta) Petroski.  He graduated from high school, served two years in the US Army, and worked in many vocations, ultimately with Pure Carbon in Coudersport. ...

David Lee Apple

Jul 26, 2025

David Lee Apple, 83, of Austin, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.  He was born on February 2, 1942, in Dayton, OH, the son of the late Virginia (Guy) Apple.  He is the husband of Isleta M. (Weaks) Apple.

David is a graduate of Kiser High School, Dayton and worked for Platt...

Paul Russell Fero

Jul 3, 2025

Paul Russell Fero, 73, of Austin, PA, passed away July 3, 2025, at his residence.  He was born June 8, 1952, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Paul W. and Mary (Defalca) Fero.  Shortly before his birth, Paul’s father passed away.  Paul’s mother remarried, and he was raised by her and his step-father Edward Losiewicz.  After leaving school, Paul served his...

Carla E. Miller

Jul 2, 2025

Carla E. Miller, 80, of Coudersport, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at her home.  She was born on November 16, 1944, in Summit Hill, the daughter of the late Carl and Helen (Heffelfinger) Breiner.  She married William C. Miller on September 16, 1962, and celebrated 55 years of marriage until his passing on June 8, 2018.

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Harold Hurley, Jr.

Jun 26, 2025

Harold Hurley, Jr. 61, of Coudersport passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025, at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.  He was born on December 26, 1963, in Neptune, NJ, the son of the late Harold Hurley and Patricia (Keating) Hurley, who survives.  He is also survived by a daughter, Ashley Hurley.

There will be no visitation or services.  Arrangements...

Shirley L. Yost

Jun 3, 2025

Shirley L. Yost, 88, of Coudersport, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at UPMC Cole Care.  She was born on June 27, 1936, in West Cocalico Twp., Lancaster County, the daughter of the late Noah and Mae (Gerhart) Yost.

At Shirley’s request, there will be no visitation or service.

Jordan Michael Long

May 28, 2025

Jordan Michael Long, 34, of Coudersport passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.  He was born July 10, 1990, in Coudersport, the son of the late David Allen Long and Ruthann (Lent) Long of Coudersport.

Jordan was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 2008.  He currently worked for Easton Cooper Power...

Deborah Lee Quelet

May 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Deborah Lee (Gall) Quelet, 71, on May 25, 2025, after a long battle with cancer, in Coudersport.  Debbie was born on May 29, 1953 and was preceded in death by her parents, Violet Pearl (Grifith) and George Delemare Gall, and two older sisters, Fay and Marcia.  Debbie was one...

Jeanne M. White

Apr 15, 2025

Jeanne M. (Schneider) White, of Coudersport, PA, born January 9, 1927, and passed away peacefully to her eternal life on April 15, 2025 at the age of 98. Jeanne joins her husband, John T.S. White, who predeceased her on January 20, 1996.

Jeanne grew up in Rochester, NY. She graduated from Our Lady of Mercy High School...

Robert R. Richard, Sr.

Apr 4, 2025

Robert Raymond Richard Sr, 71, of Coudersport, PA passed away Friday, April 4, 2025, at UPMC-Williamsport.  He was born July 21, 1953, in Reading PA,  the son of the late Edwin J. and Geraldine D. (Becker) Richard, Sr.  He married the former Susan G. Kern on July 6, 1974, and they have celebrated 50+ years of marriage. Robert graduated...

Joseph Wiltrout

Mar 26, 2025

Joseph M. Wiltrout, 93, of Coudersport passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at his home. He was born on August 8, 1931, in Smock, Pennsylvania to the late Carl B. and Mildred M. (Crossland) Wiltrout. He married Beverly (Wiles) Wiltrout on April 16, 1955, and they had three children Kimberly Wiltrout, Kevin (Shelley) Wiltrout, and Kathy (PJ) Potter....