Norman L. Cease, 88, a 60-year resident of Chelmsford, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 after a long illness. He was born and raised in Canton, PA by his parents, the late Nelson Cease and the late Beatrice(Robinson) Cease. Upon graduation, he entered Penn State University and then enlisted in the United States Navy serving during the Korean War aboard the Aircraft Carrier USS Essex. After his honorable discharge, Mr. Cease began working at Burroughs Inc and Unisys in the computer engineering field, retired and was the owner and operator of CEASE Inc. in Chelmsford for many years.
Norman L. Cease, 88, a 60-year resident of Chelmsford, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 after a long illness. He was born and raised in Canton, PA by his parents, the late Nelson Cease and the late Beatrice(Robinson) Cease. Upon graduation, he entered Penn State University and then enlisted in the United States Navy serving during the Korean War aboard the Aircraft Carrier USS Essex. After his honorable discharge, Mr. Cease began working at Burroughs Inc and Unisys in the computer engineering field, retired and was the owner and operator of CEASE Inc. in Chelmsford for many years. 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. 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. Lee R. Cleveland, 94, of Troy, Pennsylvania passed away on November 5, in the comfort of his daughter’s home and in the loving care of his family.
Lee was born in West Palm Beach, Florida to the late Ruth (Burgan) and William Lee Cleveland on August 31, 1925. Lee was an accomplished athlete graduating from Troy High School in 1943 and enlisting in the Army Air Corps. While stationed at Clovis Army Air Base, he witnessed the fireball from the first atomic bomb test in Alamogordo, New Mexico on July 16, 1945. After his discharge, he attended Mansfield University and graduated with a bachelor of science degree in education. He worked as a sales representative for several manufactured housing companies for many years. He ultimately became a real estate broker and started his own real estate company, Cleveland Realty in Canton, Pennsylvania. Lee is survived by his daughters Gail (Scott) Jackson of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; Lisa (Steve) Feldman of Grove City, Ohio; Sandra (Kenneth) Voegtlen of Gillett, Pennsylvania; and sister Joyce Dimmick of State College, Pennsylvania; grandchildren, Kate (James) Lubomski and Andrew Jackson; great-grandchildren, Addison Hiner and Zosia Lubomski; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife of 55 years Pauline (Mckean) Cleveland. A memorial service will be held on December 28 at the Troy Baptist Church in Troy, Pennsylvania at 11:00 a.m. During the early morning of Wednesday, August 15th, 2019, Eva May (Tillotson) Chaapel of Canton passed away peacefully at Bradford County Manor. She was 77 years of age. Born July 30th, 1942 in Union Township, Tioga County, Pa., she was the daughter of Oscar and Thelma (Gee) Tillotson. Eva enjoyed crocheting, word search puzzles and playing cards, especially Euchre. She was the kind of person who made friends easily and always enjoyed the company of family and friends. She was known for her good-natured “needling,” and even during her convalescence at the Manor she could bring smiles to faces and evoke laughter from those in her presence. Eva was a devoted mother of eight, and beloved grandmother and great-grandmother of many, who supported her young ones in their endeavors and took pride in their achievements.
Merle Chaapel, 71, of Troy, Pa., passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2019 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, N.Y.
A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, July 27, 2019, at the Austinville Union Church, 2977 Austinville Road, Troy, Pa 16947 with Reverend Kenneth Marple officiating. Burial will be private in Glenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers consider a donation in Merle’s name to the Austinville Union Church, 2977 Austinville Road, Troy, Pa 16947 or the Troy Vets Club Post #49 ,1 Veterans Drive, Troy, Pa 16947. A full obituary will be in next week’s paper. Pepper Funeral Home and Cremation Facility in Canton, Pa. is assisting the family with arrangements. Share memories and condolences at www.pepperfuneralhomes.com James H. Coles, 88, of Troy, passed away July 18, 2019, peacefully at home while surrounded by his loving family. Jimmy, the only child, born January 15, 1931, in Schwenksville, Pa., to the late Dr. James G. Coles and Mila (Worthing) Coles. He attended Schwenksville High School and graduated in 1949. Shortly after graduating, James enlisted in the United States Air Force and proudly served during the Korean War as an Airman First Class. Jim married his high school sweetheart, Nancy Rothenberger on March 30, 1952 in Saxton, Pa. They raised three children and shared 67 wonderful years together.
Jim was always a hard worker. He was a union electrician of IBEW Local 380 out of Collegeville, Pa. for 37 years and in the summer months, aside from his full-time employment, paved and sealed driveways. Jim had a strong faith in his Lord and Savior. He was a life member of the Trinity United Church of Christ in Saxton, Pa and a Deacon at the Heidelberg Reformed Church in Schwenksville, Pa. Jimmy loved the outdoors, enjoyed hunting and watching Nasar racing. He was also an avid antique collector. During his retirement Jim honed his talents restoring his many wood and metal antiques he collected throughout the years. Surviving are his wife, Nancy, two daughters; Marti (Terry) Detweiler of Troy, Faye Kauffman of Towanda, son; James “Gaf” (Patty) Coles of Arizona, nine grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, a great-great grandchild on the way, as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and neighbors. Jim was predeceased by his parents, Dr. James Coles on January 7, 1955 and his mother Mila (Worthing) Coles on August 24, 1957. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 25, 2019 from 10-11 a.m. with a funeral service following at 11 a.m. at Pepper Funeral Home and Cremation Facility, 578 Springbrook Drive, Canton, Pa. with Pastor George Odgen officiating. Burial will be in Fockler Cemetery in Saxton, Pa., July 26, 2019 at 11 a.m. with full Military Honors Accorded. In Lieu of flowers consider a donation in Mr. Coles name to the Church of Christ, 2485 Sylvania Road, Troy, Pa 16947. Please share memories and condolences at www.pepperfuneralhomes.com On June 2, 2019, Gay Fleming Campbell, 86 years of age, a resident of Grovetown, Georgia, for more than 36 years, crossed the finish line into Heaven.
In faithful service to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, many came to accept Christ as their Savior and grow in their faith through Sunday School, VBS, Good News Clubs, and Bible study groups taught by Gay throughout her life. A former resident of Ralston, Pa., she was also very active in her community, serving as President of the Canton Area School Board and President of the Board of Directors for the Williamsport Area Community College (now a Penn State campus) in Pennsylvania and other community services both in Pennsylvania and Georgia. She is preceded in death by her husband, Pastor Dorland O. Campbell and her sister, Doris Fleming Stephan. She leaves behind her sisters, Clara Fleming Richmond (Fla.) and Nola Fleming Green (Ga.), her brother, Guy R. Fleming II (N.Y.), her son, Wayne Campbell (Idaho), her daughters, Dorlene Campbell Lyons (Pa.), Bethany Campbell Bell (Ga.) and Margaretha Campbell Brooks (Va.); eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Gay’s life motto was “Only one life twill soon be past…Only what’s done for Christ will last.” Gwladys (Lent) Chubb Scott, age 103, from Troy passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2019. She was born on January 27, 1916 in Rome, Pa., the daughter of Pearl I. Lent and Gertrude (Collingwood) Lent. Gwladys was the wife of the late Dewey Chubb who died in 1973 and the late Russell Scott who died in 1987. She graduated with a Secretarial Degree from the Ballard School in New York. Gwladys was employed at the Martha Lloyd School for 31 years. She was active in the Rebekahs and a lifetime member of the Eastern Star. She was also a counselor with Stephen Ministries. Gwladys loved going to church. She would sometimes attend 3 services on one Sunday. Gwladys received the Allen F. Pierce award in 1995 in recognition of her dedicated years of service to the women of the Martha Lloyd School. In her younger years she was the secretary to “Dr. Guthrie” at Robert Packer Hospital.
Sandra J. Campbell, 62, of Canton, Pa. formerly of Sheshequin Township, Pa. passed away Monday, Apr. 22, 2019 at her home following declining health. Sandra was born in Rochester, N.Y. on May 31, 1956, the daughter of Garn A. Campbell and Marion Elizabeth Shriver Campbell. Sandra married her sweat heart in the summer of 1972. Sandra lived in New Bedford, Mass. and Mimi Florida for a short time where her spouse was stationed with the US Coast Guard. Sandra was a stay at home mother of four. Sandra enjoyed spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren, camping in earlier years, crafts, crocheting and plastic canvas.
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