Richard “Dick” VanNoy passed away peacefully at home on April 30th, 2018 supported by his family.
    He was born in Troy, Pennsylvania to Howard and Gertrude VanNoy on October 25, 1930.
    He was married in 1963 to Mary Faith (Seeley) VanNoy and demonstrated 54 years of unconditional love, commitment, and respect to his children, Kristen (Tom) Schneider, Michael (Deb) Black, Erin (Steve) Shirmer; grandchildren Aimee Zook, Dylan Schneider, Dain Shirmer, Adele Shirmer; and great grandchildren Madalyn and Camdyn Zook. He is also survived by two sisters, Merriel (Ray) Hickock and Laureen (Lyle) Wright and predeceased by his brother Bryce.
    His commitment to conservation practices and responsible farming led to a career path that pulled him from the farm to the state grange and resulted in 30 years with the State in conservation. Although he left the farm, he never left behind his enjoyment in working with farmers and volunteers in the community who were committed to conservation. Most of his career was spent working with conservation districts in Pennsylvania, meeting great folks, and traveling the back roads and small towns of the Commonwealth.

Lucille E. Brown, 86, Windfall, PA died peacefully on Monday morning, April 30, 2018 at Guthrie Troy Community Hospital.  She courageously fought to the end with her beloved family at her side.
    Lucille Ellen was born June 20, 1931 in Gray Valley near Sylvania, PA, the only daughter of the late Wilson Delos and Hilda (Ripley) Giles.  
    Lucy married Delbert “Delly” Brown on July 13, 1965.  She was a member of Windfall Methodist Church and later attended the Fellowship Bible Church in Troy.
    Family always came first in Lucy’s life.  She will be lovingly remembered as the matriarch of the family who kept everything running smoothly.  Lucy enjoyed many interests in her life; favorites included times shared with her children and grandchildren, camping throughout the area and conversations around the campfire with family and friends.  Most recently, for 15 years she enjoyed working and was a great help in establishing Brown’s Pharmacy with locations in Canton and Troy.   

   Doris Jean (Persun) Wheeland, 96, Troy, PA passed away on Monday, April 30, 2018 at the Bradford County Manor.  
    She was the loving wife of the late Lew C. Wheeland. The couple married December 5, 1942 and had 56 happy years together.
    Doris was born on February 20, 1922 in Cogan House, PA, daughter of the late Ira Arthur and Florence Edna (Connelly) Persun.  
    She was a 1939 graduate of Liberty High School and also graduated from Lycoming College’s Secretarial Department.  During World War II Doris followed Lew all around the country depending on where he was stationed.
     Doris was a long time member of the United Methodist Church, attending Bay Village UMC from 1954-64, Ingomar UMC from 1964-89, Wellsboro UMC from 1989-2002, and First UMC of Troy from 2002-present.  She was also a member of the United Methodist Women, the Thursday Study Club, and the Troy Heritage Garden Club.  

    George Richter, 88. peacefully passed away on April 29 at Sayre House in Sayre, PA where he was a resident after moving from Chemung, NY  
    He was born May 15, 1929 in Roaring Branch, PA to Charles and Nellie Richter.
    George was predeceased by his parents, his wife Betty and his son Howard.
     He is survived by his sister Marion Thompson Kuser, daughter Marilyn Richter in Silver Spring MD, son George (Sue) Richter in Lockwood, son Duane (Terri) Richter in Lockwood and son Lynn (Dorothy) Richter in Nichols. Also surviving are many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
    George made his living for many years in the logging industry. He greatly enjoyed his many draft horses that he had over the course of his life. It was in these pursuits that George made so many of his life-long friendships and associations.
    There will be a time of gathering for family and friends on Saturday May 5 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM with a memorial service immediately following at the Roberts Funeral Home, Inc. 279 Main Street Wellsburg, NY.
Send Condolences at: www.RobertsFHInc.com

Lawrence William Kieslor, 80, of Troy, PA passed away on Friday, April 27, 2018 at his home.  He was born November 16, 1937 in Jersey City, NJ, son of the late Lawrence William and Mary (McNally) Kieslor, Sr. Lawrence was a Master Plumber, owning and operating Kieslor Plumbing & Heating.  He was a U.S. Army veteran, a member of the St. Michael’s Parish where he was an usher, and was a member of the Kiwanis Club in New Jersey.  
Lawrence is survived by his daughters Gina Hernandez of Verona, NJ, and Erika Simmons of Texas, his grandchildren Anthony and Jessica, along with his sister Amy Hebel.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Gerald W. Vickery, Jr. Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc. 1093 West Main Street, Troy, PA.
Send Condolences at: www.VickeryFH.com

    Stephen Ansel Miller,  69, Troy, passed away at home on April 27, 2018 after a short battle with brain cancer, with help from Hospice.   
    He was a lifelong farmer who took pride in his animals, especially his horses and dogs.  A true cowboy at heart, he found happiness in giving a helping hand to all in need.
  Steve was the son of the late Ansel and Betty Miller of Pine City, NY.  
    He is survived by his loving wife, Linda, of 39 years; brother, Randy, and sister, Nancy (Jim); also four children; Tammy (Jim), Tessie (Bob), Todd and Teresa (Dennis); six grandchildren; one great granddaughter; several nieces and nephews, along with life-long friend, Steve (Judy).
  Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

   On the evening of Thursday, April 26th, 2018 former Alba resident Phillip L. Wood passed away at his residence in Palm City, FL, following a lengthy illness.  He was 87 years of age.
  Born March 31st, 1931 in the Tioga County village of Bungy, he was the son of Arthur and Alice (Campbell) Wood.  The family relocated to Alba where Phil  attended the Canton Area Schools.  Following his graduation from Canton High School Phil enlisted in the United States Navy.  He served as a Gunner’s Mate aboard the aircraft carrier, USS Roosevelt, and his home ports were Baltimore, MD and Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.  Following his return to civilian life Phil was employed as a corrections officer at the Bradford County Correctional Facility.  While attending a dance one evening he met a girl named Sally Soper.  They were married in 1961 and shared fifty years until Sally’s passing.   Phil enjoyed wood working and was an accomplished cabinet maker.  He was a Past Governor of Canton Lodge #429, L.O.O.M., as well as a member of Canton Post #714 V.F.W.,  Canton Post #303 American Legion and the Red Run Rod & Gun Club.   Phil was a soft spoken, laid-back man with a heart of gold and pleasant demeanor who warmed up to people easily.  He had a marvelous sense of humor, accompanied by a  perpetual twinkle in his eye and  mischievous grin.  He could dish out good natured “ribbing” with the best of them, and he could take it as well in a sportsman-like manner.   Nothing ever seemed to phase him, and he always seemed to have a kind word for everyone.

     Betty Jean (Stanton) Haven, 88, of Dallas, Luzerne Co., passed away Wednesday, April 25, 2018 in her home.  She was the wife of the late Glenn R. Haven.  
 Born in Troy, Bradford County, December 26, 1929, Betty was the daughter of the late Joseph Stanton and Elizabeth (Monroe) Kline.  
 She was employed at the Child Development Council in Wilkes Barre for many years before retiring. The family wishes to acknowledge her dedicated caregivers.
 Survivors are daughter, Linda J. Richards of Dallas, PA; granddaughter, Kirby J. Kurtz and her husband, Nicholas of Schnecksville; great granddaughter, Taran J. Kurtz; sister-in-law, Doris Haven of Bradford County; companion of 30 years, Albert McClure and his extended family with whom he resided
  A private graveside service will be held at Card Cemetery, Troy, PA.  No calling hours.  
 The Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., in Schnecksville, is in charge of arrangements.  
 Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at  www.heintzelmancares.com

    Marvin S. Driscoll, 92,  Canton, PA passed away while surrounded by family on Wednesday morning, April 25, 2018 at Sherwood’s Personal Care Home in Canton.
    Marvin was born June 27, 1925 in Overton Township, Sullivan County.  He was the last surviving of 10 children in the family of the late Fred and Harriet (McCarty) Driscoll.
     He grew up during the depression years.  He proudly served his country during WWII with the U.S. Army and was stationed in Okinawa for a year.
     On July 27, 1945, he married the former Jule Day.  They shared 69 wonderful years together and raised four children before her passing on Jan. 3, 2015.
    In earlier years Marvin worked for GTE Sylvania in Towanda before going into the lumber business with brother-in-law, Keith McCarty.  Eventually they established and operated the McCarty and Driscoll Lumber Company near Forksville for over 25 years.          Marvin also enjoyed dairy farming and raising beef.   Love for family always came first in Marvin’s life.  
    He will be lovingly remembered as a true patriarch of the Driscoll families.

   Glenn M. Ward, 82, Springfield, PA passed away on Monday, April 23, 2018 at his home.  He was the loving husband of Mary Norma (Varney) Ward.  The couple married December 15, 1956 and had 60 happy years together.
    Glenn was born on May 1, 1936 in Berrytown, PA, son of the late Kenneth and Bessie (Kier) Ward.      
    He was a 1954 graduate of Troy High School and was a truck driver for Leprino Cheese until his retirement.
     He was a long-time member of Mt. Pisgah Wesleyan Church, was a member of the Bradford County Antique Tractor Association, and the North East Antique Tractor Pulling Association.  Glenn was passionate about tractors and attended every pulling event in the region that he could.