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07/02/2026

Robert W. “Bob” Trowbridge, age 89, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. He was born on February 3, 1937 in Mansfield, PA, a son of the late Harrison and Myrtle (Smith) Trowbridge. Bob served in the US Navy and was the husband of the late Mary Lee (McClure) Trowbridge for 65 years. He was the owner of Wellsboro A/C and Refrigeration, a member of the First Baptist Church of Wellsboro, PA and enjoyed traveling. Bob is survived by three daughters: Connie Brant of Mansfield, PA, Bonnie Coxford of Wellsboro, PA, Lynnete (Randy) Burton of Mansfield, PA, sister-in-law: Brenda Trowbridge of Blossburg, PA, brother-in-law: Carl Matteson of Tioga, PA, 8 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother: Donald Trowbridge and a sister: Cheryl Matteson. A viewing will be held on Saturday, July 4, 2026 from 10 to 11 am at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 am at the funeral home with Pastor Tim Miller officiating. Interment will be in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA.

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06/29/2026

John “Pete” A. Kline, age 75, of Wellsboro, PA, formerly of Ringtown, PA, passed away surrounded by his loving family and friends on Thursday, June 25, 2026. He was born on September 26, 1950 in Danville, PA a son of the late John and Edna (Rumble) Kline and was the husband of the late Sandra (Johnston) Kline. He was a Vietnam veteran serving in the US Marine Corps. John was a lifelong welder and enjoyed hunting, guns, reloading, and was a Marine till the end. He is survived by a son: Kelly Kline of Arnot, PA, daughters: Sandy (Todd) Plumley of Galeton, PA, Bobbi Knier of Wellsboro, PA, Joey Kline of Butler, PA, Anne Davis of Wellsboro, PA, daughter-in-law: Kathy Davis of Wellsboro, PA, brother: James (Linda) Kline of Wellsboro, PA, “adopted daughter”: Leanne McIntyre of Wellsboro, PA, 21 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by two sons: Steve Davis and Mark Davis. Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 5, 2026 from 1 to 3 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA. A memorial service will follow at 3:00 pm with Pastor Kristi A. Webster officiating.

06/15/2026

Maryanne (Sloney) Griscavage, age 84, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026. She was born on April 1, 1942 in Philadelphia, PA, a daughter of the late Walter and Mary (Oliver) Sloney. Maryanne was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Wellsboro Women’s Chorus, Tioga County Club, enjoyed collecting antiques, playing golf, watching wildlife, teaching aerobics and loved spending time with her family and friends. She was the director of volunteer services at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA, for over 25 years. Maryanne is survived by a son: Charles (Jennifer) Griscavage of Mechanicsburg, PA, daughters: Susan Kowalski of Myrtle Beach, SC, Lisa (Mike) Pietropola of Mechanicsburg, PA, sister: Barbara Cimino of Newark, DE, grandchildren: Eric Warner, Marisa Kowalski, Mitchell Kowalski, Michael Pietropola, Collin Pietropola, Emma Pietropola, Hunter Cleveland, Tara Griscavage, friend and caregiver: Jack Schmacher of Gaines, PA. She was predeceased by a daughter: Deborah Donahue, grandson: Medard Kowalski, brothers: Walter Sloney, Jr., John Paul Sloney, sister: Carol Ann Sloney. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 10:00 am at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Wellsboro, PA, with Rev. Jacek Bialkowski officiating. Interment will be in St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.

05/27/2026

Joyce M. (Hilfiger) Garrison, age 95, of Wellsboro, PA, passed on peacefully at the Laurels Personal Care Home, Wellsboro, PA, on May 25, 2026. She was born on January 3, 1931 in Covington, PA, a daughter of the late Carlton and Gertrude (Soper) Hilfiger and was married to her beloved husband Lewis M. Garrison who passed away in 1989. She graduated from the Del Kader French School of Beauty Culture and Mansfield University with a masters degree in elementary education. Joy taught for 25 years at the Wellsboro Area School District. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Wellsboro, Hospital Auxiliary, Shared Home Board, PSEA, and the Wednesday Morning Musicals. She enjoyed spending time at her Seneca Lake Cottage, collecting antiques, her gardens, cooking, cleaning her house, family gatherings and doing things for others. She is survived by son: Alan (Jenny) Garrison of Wellsboro, PA, daughter: Brenda (Don) Abplanalp of Wellsboro, PA, brother: George (Betty) Hilfiger of Covington, PA, sisters-in-law: Meda Hilfiger of Covington, PA, Anne Garrison Calkins of Mansfield, PA, beloved grandchildren: Carrie (Tim) Bradley, Jason (Whitney) Abplanalp, Alyssa (Bryce) Anderson, Marina (Zach Herzog) Garrison, four great granddaughters and two great grandsons. She was predeceased by two brothers: Lewis Hilfiger and John Hilfiger. A visitation will be held on Friday, June 12, 2026 from 11 to 12 at the First Baptist Church of Wellsboro. A memorial service will follow at 12:00 pm with Pastor Chris Osterbrock officiating. Interment will be in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA. Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.

05/11/2026

Linda Cady Metarko, 85, of Wellsboro, passed away at The Green Home on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from complications related to Alzheimer’s disease.
Linda, daughter of the late Kenneth and Esther (Stiger) Cady, was born in Blossburg and grew up in Mansfield. She graduated from Mansfield High School and earned her degree as a Registered Nurse from Geisinger School of Nursing in Danville, Pennsylvania in 1961. She was a well-respected surgical charge nurse at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro. She was recently honored with the Florence Nightingale Award for 27 years as a nurse, and remained a nurse in spirit her entire life.
Linda had a lifelong passion for sunshine, flowers, gardening, birds, cats, and a clean house. She was frequently chosen as a safe haven by any random stray cat having kittens. Linda loved spending time with family, especially her grandchildren, and enjoyed family game nights. She had faith in God and loved singing hymns in the choir. She also enjoyed country music. Linda was known at the nursing home for her appetite for ice cream and bacon, as well as her sweet smile, easy disposition, and surprising humorous quips.
Linda is survived by her devoted husband of 64 years and the love of her life, Frederick, her children Lisa (David) Hutchinson of Bedford, Massachusetts and Michael (Beth) Metarko of Wake Forest, North Carolina, and four grandsons who brought such joy to her heart: Alexander and Andrew Hutchinson and Samuel and Theodore Metarko. She is also survived by her brother William (Bonnie) Cady of Sayre, Pennsylvania.
The family would like to thank the many people who cared for Linda with full hearts, offering her smiles, support, love and hair braiding through her final years, including her favorite doctor at Guthrie, caregiver Natalie Sweeney, and the excellent staffs of The Green Home and Carleton Senior Care. We would also like to thank Advocates for Alzheimer’s for the support and information they provided Fred and family during Linda’s final years, and our ever-supportive neighborhood friends who are a constant blessing.
Linda was a long-time participant in the original cohort of the Nurses’ Health Study and wished her body be donated to scientific research. Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 10 to 11 am at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 am with Pastor Ed Siddle officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory can be made to Susquehanna Health Foundation at Susquehannahealthfoundation.org or mail to 1001 Grampian Boulevard, Williamsport, PA 17701 (please designate Wellsboro Hospice in the comments), or to Penn College at Wellsboro, c/o The Penn College Foundation, 1 College Avenue, Williamsport, PA 17701 or online at pct.edu/give/donate (please add her name or Penn College at Wellsboro).

05/02/2026

Denise L (Peet) Heck, age 56, of Middlebury Center, PA, died on Friday, May 1, 2026. She was born on August 15, 1969 in Blossburg, PA a daughter of the late Paul D. Peet, Sr. and the late Ellen (Swan) Peet and was married to Edward “Ed” Heck. Denise worked for Viant Medical, Westfield, PA and CRI and enjoyed camping, being out doors, doing crafts, flower gardens and spending time with her family and friends. She is survived by her husband: Ed Heck of Middlebury Center, PA, step-son: Zach (Courtney) Heck of Wellsboro, PA, brothers: Larry (Nora) Peet of FL, Marty (Carl) Peet of Wellsboro, PA, David (Sharon) Peet of Middlebury Center, PA, sister: Tina Dibble of Middlebury Center, PA, step-brother: Steve (Cindy) McFall of Osceola, PA, best friend: Teresa Rainey of FL and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her brother: Paul Peet, Jr. Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.

04/28/2026

Mary L. Cranmer, age 87, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Sunday, April 26, 2026. She was born on November 26, 1938 in New Brunswick, NJ, a daughter of the late George and Eleanor (Grumm) Vogle and was the wife of the late Rev. Darwin “Tink” Cranmer. Mary worked for many years at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital Dietary Department and was a member of the Church of Christ, Wellsboro, PA and the Mary Wells Chapter # 452 OES. She is survived by her sisters-in-law: Paula Kress of Rochester, NY, Claire Hair of NV, Anne Cranmer of FL, several nieces, nephews and a community of friends and is best remembered for her generous and loving heart, her infectious laugh and beautiful smile. A private family graveside service will be held at the Wellsboro Cemetery, Wellsboro, PA, with Steve Weeks officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.

04/22/2026

Patricia Ann Malletz, age 86, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
She was born on October 29, 1939, in Rochester, NY, to James and Molly Neilon, the youngest of six children. She built a life defined by resilience, curiosity, and a deep commitment to learning. Widowed at 43, she raised her two children, Eric and Marlo Malletz, with strength, humor, and unwavering devotion.
Her career spanned the dental field and later teaching at the Vo Tech, where she shared her knowledge with students who remembered her long after they left her classroom. She was especially proud of her work in the drug and alcohol field, where she brought compassion, insight, and a belief in people’s ability to change.
She had a lifelong passion for health and wellness and was drawn to emerging ideas long before they were widely known. She was intuitive, spiritual, and endlessly curious — always reading, always learning, always exploring the next idea that captured her imagination.
She is survived by her children, Eric and Marlo; several nieces; and her beloved cat, Zippy, who was her constant companion.
Her life was shaped by love, perseverance, and a mind that never stopped reaching for more. Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to Harbor Counseling, 7095 Rt. 287, Wellsboro, PA 16901. The family would like to express their thanks for the care that the staff at Darway Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center provided their mother.

04/16/2026

DeWaine D. “Dewey” Starkweather, age 70, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 24, 1955 in Blossburg, PA, a son of the late Paul D. Starkweather and Leda B. (VanDergrift) Starkweather and was a 1974 Wellsboro Area High School graduate. Dewey was employed for over 50 years at A & P Cleaning and had also worked at the Wellsboro Chamber of Commerce. He mowed lawns for several customers, was the paper runner for Tim Kaltenbach, Sr. Auctions, helped Kevin Webster “up on the land” and was known as “Everyone’s Friend” by so many for his helpfulness and friendliness and enjoyed participating in the Special Olympics. Dewey is survived by his mother: Leda Starkweather of Wellsboro, PA, brother: Jim (Karen) Starkweather of Middlebury Center, PA, sister: Carolyn (Frank) Julian of Harrisburg, PA, his closest nephew and nieces: Tim Kaltenbach, Sr., Emily Starkweather, Audrey Starkweather and Lynette Priset as well as many other nieces, nephews and cousins. Viewing will be held on Sunday, April 19, 2026 from 1 to 5 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA and on Monday, April 20 from 10 to 11 am. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 am at the funeral home with Rev. Kristi A. Webster officiating. Interment will be in the West Branch Cemetery, Wellsboro, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tioga County Special Olympics, P.O. Box 534, Wellsboro, PA 16901. Dewey’s family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Ralph Bernard, nurse Carrie K., Hospice nurse Mandi Manley and all of his visitors.

04/12/2026

Powlison, Ruth (Heater Sargent) age 87 of Mansfield, PA went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 10, 2026. She was born on May 29,1938 in Tioga, PA, daughter of the late Milford and Ellen (Merrick) Heater. Of great importance to Ruth was her relationship with Jesus. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Mansfield, PA. She was a very hard worker. In addition to teaching, she cared for her parents, worked on her farm, and took care of her home and children. She was a teacher at Warren L Miller Elementary School for 29 years. She taught fifth grade, reading, and her favorite, first grade, where she felt she made the biggest impact on her students. Ruth loved outdoor work, mowing her yard, gardening, and tending to any animals she could find. She was an excellent cook and baker and had a true gift of hospitality. She also loved the holidays, and gathering of family. Ruth was very generous with her resources. She loved to sew for her family and help in any way that was needed. She loved being a grandmother, especially reading books, playing games, going to the creek and going to the barn. Ruth is survived by her children Daniel (Nancy) Sargent of Mansfield, PA, Donald (Mary) Sargent of Centennial, CO, Diane (Glenn) Kerschner of Hamburg, PA, Darlene (Jeff) Nolter of Milton, PA, stepchildren Kim Averette of Gibsonville, NC, Cyndi (Tim) Payne of Mansfield, PA, and David Powlison of Mainesburg, PA. She was blessed with 17 grandchildren, 24 great- grandchildren, and 1 great-great-granddaughter. Ruth is also survived by her sister Janet (Randy) Tripp of Millerton, PA, sister-in-law, Nancy Heater of Roseville, PA, and brother-in-law, Merrick Heck of Ohio. She was predeceased by her husband, Neal Sargent, stepmother, Madeline Heater, siblings Milford Jr (Jeanette) Heater, Wilford Heater, Erma (Francis) Mitchell, Bernice Heck, Velma (Edward) Bailey, Norma (Richard) Baker, Sherry (Butch) Miller, Joyce Heater, stepdaughter Diane Powlison and stepson-in-law Mark Averette. A viewing will be held on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 10 to 11am at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc www.carletonfh.com, Wellsboro, PA. A funeral service will follow at 11am at the funeral home with Reverend Cheryl Filson officiating. Interment will be in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens, Mansfield, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Mansfield, 7 Sherwood St., Mansfield, PA 16933.