Janet W. Pepper, 81, of LeRoy, PA, went home to her Lord and Savior, Wednesday November 27, 2019 while surrounded by her loving family at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. Janet was born February 13, 1938 in Wheelerville, PA to the late Gordon and Wanda (Fuller) Morgan. She was the youngest of five children and had a deep love for her siblings. She attended Canton High School where she met the love of her life, Thomas C. Pepper. They were married by Pastor Paul Dale and together shared 65 years together. They had four children and felt blessed to raise them on the family farm.
   She was a devoted wife and mother who always put the needs of her family first. She enjoyed taking care of her home and had a frugal and practical wisdom that blessed her family.
   She had a special way with children and was blessed to be a grandmother. She lulled many of her dear grandchildren to sleep with her special little lullaby. Her greatest joy was making memories with them.
   Her door was always open and so were her arms, you never left hungry or without a warm hug. She cherished family togetherness and her joy was evident when spending time with them. Her home was filled with lots of love and laughter. 
​   She loved preserving family moments in photos and many happy times were captured by her keen eye. She put together beautiful scrapbooks and shared them with her children.

    Evonne M. (Wilcox) Quail, 46, of Canton, PA, passed away Wednesday morning, November 27, 2019, following a courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis, at The Skilled Nursing Unit of the Guthrie Towanda Memorial Hospital. A memorial service was held Saturday, November 30, 2019  at Pepper Funeral Home and Cremation Facility, Inc., 578 Springbrook Drive, Canton. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. A complete and comprehensive obituary can be found at www.pepperfunerlahomes.com

  Devon Scott Beeler, 55, of Canton, PA, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2019.
  Devon was born on September 1, 1964 in Indianapolis, IN. He graduated from North Central High School in 1983. Devon was a kind hearted man willing to help anyone. He was proud that a Tuskegee Airman was part of his heritage.
​   Devon was currently employed by Deljanovan Trucking Company for several years and also Penn Dot for 4 years.
  He is preceded in death by his father Leroy Beeler, and his brother Leroy II(Max).
   Devon leaves to cherish his memory, mother, Odessa Beeler, sister Lesa (Carlos) Smith, niece Carlesa Smith, Uncle Howard Berry, special friend & father figure Crawford "Doc" Holmes (& Cindy), special friend Cara Jackson along with many relatives and friends.
Funeral services pending in Indianapolis, IN.
      God Bless His Memory!

  Beverly S. (Wilmarth) Colton, age 89, formerly of Alba, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at the Troy Community Hospital.  Before that, she had been a resident of the Bradford County Manor for over 2 years.
  Beverly Sue was born October 1, 1930 in Binghamton, NY, a daughter of the late Frank and Laura (Sterling) Wilmarth. She attended both the New Milford and Canton schools. On May 18, 1951, Beverly married the love of her life Ronald Colton in New Milford, PA. Beverly worked at American Stores and Acme Markets in her younger years and then was employed at GTE Sylvania until her retirement in 1976.
Beverly was a 60+ year member of the First Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, in Alba, PA, where she served as pianist and in earlier years, Board Secretary.  She also served for many years as treasurer of the church's ladies’ group, CWF-Christian Women's Fellowship.
Mrs. Colton was a lifetime member of Minnequa Grange #754, obtaining the 7th degree, and was currently serving as its Treasurer.  She belonged to Pomona Grange #23, having served as Ceres, and to the Pennsylvania State Grange, having served as Flora, both in earlier years.
Beverly belonged to the Bradford County Council of Republican Women for 36 years, serving as Chaplain and at one time, its President.
She served as Majority Inspector on the Alba Borough Election Board for many years and was also a member of LeRoy Heritage Museum, where many of her fine antiques and local history memorabilia went to be forever preserved and archived at the Museum.

  Linda M. (Ward) Slocum, 59, of Franklin Township, PA, passed away Monday Evening, November 18, 2019 at her home surrounded by her beloved family.  Linda Marie was born June 6, 1960 in Troy, PA to Janice (Best) Ward and the late Robert L. Ward. Linda grew up in the Granville area and attended Troy school where she graduated with the class of 1979. On May 16, 1981 Linda married Keith E. Slocum in Granville Center.
Linda was the owner of Cougar Meadow Construction which she operated out of her home in Monroeton, PA. She was active in the Granville Center Church of Christ as the recording secretary for Sunday School and sang in the church choir.  Linda was a cub scout leader, 4-H leader and part of the 4-H Alumni. Linda could always be found with yarn in her hands. She enjoyed crocheting and made many baby blankets. She had a love for dogs and raised 4-H show dogs. One thing she always looked forward to was visiting Benezette, PA to see the Elk that roam free in the area.
  Linda is survived by her husband; Keith Slocum, mother; Janice Ward of Granville Summit, children; Dirk Slocum of Monroeton, Dustin Slocum of Standing Stone and Cricket Slocum of Monroeton, and friend Cody Miller of Rome, father-in- law; Evert Slocum, sister and brother-in-law; Cheryl (Wes) Slocum, sister-in-law; Audrey (Charles) Berry as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

  A. Marie S. Foust, 81, well known area resident of Windfall, PA, passed away Wednesday morning, November 13, 2019, while surrounded by her loving family. 
    Marie was born November 30, 1937, in Troy, PA, to the late Guy and Alice (Smith) Seeley. She attended Canton High School and was a graduate of the class of 1955. On June 16, 1957, she married the love of her life, Theodore M. Foust in Canton, PA. Together they raised four children and shared 41 wonderful years of marriage before his passing on April 1, 1999. Marie was employed at the First National Bank of Canton as a devoted Teller for nearly Fifty years until her retirement.
​   Marie loved many things in life. Her utmost #1 priority in her life every hour of every day was her family.  They meant the world to her: her children, her grandchildren and her great grandchildren.  Marie was also an enthusiastic card player, especially euchre and played in many tournaments with, "trump for my partner", Donna Hart. Marie enjoyed going out with friends for breakfasts and lunches during the week. However, when it came to Saturday and Sunday mornings, Marie would be in her own kitchen cooking breakfast for her kids.  If you wanted to laugh until your belly hurt, Saturday and Sunday breakfasts at Marie's was the place to be.  She was passionate about her children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events, attending every event that she could. Sometimes even having to cheer for both Troy and Canton at the same time. Marie always looked forward to having family dinners year-round, not just during holidays or birthdays but for any day . Family was truly Marie’s uttermost importance and focus throughout her life.

    Sharon Norton, 69, (Beloved wife of Hal Sr.) of Shunk, PA, passed away peacefully at home November 13, 2019
   In maintaining with her wishes, services will be private. Pepper Funeral Home in Canton is in care of arrangements. A full obituary and condolences at www.pepperfuneralhomes.com

   Joan E. (Fields) Jennings, 84 of Granville Summit, passed away early Monday morning, with her loving husband by her side, November 11, 2019 at the Towanda Skilled Nursing Unit.
Joan Elaine was born October 15, 1935 in Grover, PA, to the late Glenn and Dorothy Fields. She attended Canton High School and was a graduate of the class of 1952. After graduating high school, she attended Elmira Business Institute and received a Business Degree. On July 3, 1993 she married her beloved husband, Vaughan Jennings Jr. in Granville, PA.
   Joan was employed as a Bookkeeper by Rockwell’s Feed Mill in Canton for over 40 years, until her retirement in 2010.  Joan enjoyed the outdoors and nature. Bird watching was something she took pleasure in. She loved all nature’s animals, especially her cats and dogs. Joan was a quiet individual who enjoyed any times she could spend with family and always treasured Friday night dinners with her husband.  She was an extremely devoted mother, raising six children on her own.
   Joan is survived by her husband of 26 years; Vaughan Jennings Jr. of Granville Summither children; JoAnn (Dale) Castle of Canton, Jackie Putnam of Gillett, Judy (Tracy) Smith of Addison, NY, Eugene (Helen) Ross of Grover, Richard (Sharon) Ross of Granville and Kathy Jennings of Towanda, stepchildren; Kristy Tarbox of Canton, Laurette Ditzler of Pottsville, Trena Jennings of Columbia Cross Road and Sonya Walker of Grover, a brother; Charles (Linda)Thomas of Philadelphia, special friend Dennis Ryan of Canton, as well as numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and several step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Joan was predeceased by a step-grandson Trevor Cook.
   In maintaining with Joan’s wishes funeral services will be private. Burial will be in Windfall Cemetery. Pepper Funeral Home and Cremation Facility, 578 Springbrook Drive, Canton, is assisting the family with arrangements.   Those who wish may make a memorial donation in Joan’s name to the Animal Care Sanctuary, PO Box A, East Smithfield, PA 18817.
   Please share memories and condolences to www.pepperfuneralhomes.com

During the early morning of Friday, November 8th, 2019, Canton Township resident Harry Richard Crawford passed away peacefully at Troy Hospital following a lengthy illness. He was 76 years of age. Born February 8th, 1943 in Troy Township he was the son of Lyle D. and Elsie (Jackson) Crawford. Harry was raised in the Troy-Alba school district and served our country with the U. S. Army in Munich, West Germany, between 1960 and 1962. In later years he would often recall the tensions that arose between the U. S. and the U. S. S.R., and how his unit was on high alert as the infamous Berlin Wall was erected.
Following his return to civilian life Harry was employed by Canton Manufacturing, where he rose to the position of supervisor. He met and married the former Bonnie Robert, and together they raised two sons and a daughter and shared 53 years until Bonnie's passing just five weeks ago. Harry was well known for his quick, and often sarcastic wit. Affectionately known to his friends as “Nasty,” he was a master at good-natured “ribbing.” What's more, he was straight forward and to the point, and you always knew where you stood with him. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and travel. He was active among Canton's military veteran community, having served as Commander of Canton VFW Post #714, as well as being active with the Canton American Legion Post #303 and the Deer Crossing Marine Corps League. He was also a member of the Red Run Rod & Gun Club and a life member of Canton Chapter #429 Loyal Order of Moose.. Most importantly he was close to his family and friends.