Obituaries
Patricia A. Moore
87, formerly of Knoxville, PA passed on July 8, 2020.
Orson L. Love
89, of Morris, PA passed
on July 17, 2021.
Eleanor J. Hamilton
93, of Wellsboro, PA passed
on July 18, 2021.
Alberta Mary (Foster) Gordon
95, Corning, NY passed
on July 18, 2021.
Kody Ryan Ringler
29, of Wellsboro, PA passed
on July 19, 2021.
Dr. James M. Davis
77, of Wellsboro, PA passed
on July 20, 2021.
Harry Eugene Kreger
83, of Millerton, PA passed
on July 21, 2021.
Tammy Lynn Sprague
58, of Van Etten, NY passed
on July 22, 2021.
Betty J. (Pepperman) Burkholder
93, of Wellsboro, PA passed
on July 22, 2021.
Steven Ray Beebe
55, of Savona, NY passed
on July 23, 2021.
Pauline A. Ambrosone
84, of Corning, NY passed
on July 23, 2021.
Trudy Lee Young
78, of Campbell, NY passed
on July 24, 2021.
Rosemary J. Folnsbee
94, of Horseheads & Lamoka Lake, NY passed on July 24, 2021.
William H. Youmans
72, of Mansfield, PA passed
on July 24, 2021.
Louis J. “Lou” Jimenez
54, of Wellsboro, died on Saturday, July 17, 2021. He was born on Dec. 17, 1966 in Wellsboro, a son of the late Robert T. Jimenez and Beverly Ann (Boyden) Button. Lou was married to Audrey L. Williams and had worked at several places in Wellsboro in customer service. He was the owner of the former Lou’s American Truckstop Restaurant in Mansfield and had cooked for many years at the Wellsboro Moose Lodge. He loved cooking, camping, bowling, pool, karaoke, boating, his dogs, helping others, the Pittsburgh Steelers and most of all, spending time with his family and friends. Lou is survived by his mother, Beverly Ann Button of Middlebury Center; wife, Audrey L. Jimenez of Wellsboro; two daughters, Ashley Jimenez of Edison, N.J., Morgan (Tyler) Starkweather of Covington; two step-daughters, Danielle (Ryan Wilson) Strange of Jeannette; Kalene Strange of Conway; two brothers, Robert Jimenez of Elyria, Ohio, Michael Wright of Middlebury Center; four sisters, Yvette (Kurt Wheatley) Heck of Wellsboro, Dawn Wright of Lorain, Ohio, Jean Stopford of Thomasville, N.C.; three grandchildren, Madison Fair, Ethan Starkweather, Kailee Lou Starkweather and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by a brother, Jose Jimenez and a sister, Amy Jimenez. A memorial service was held at the Wellsboro Moose Lodge # 1147 on Saturday, July 24 starting at 2PM. Arrangements were entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc, Wellsboro. www.carletonfh.com. n
Beverly Ann (Roth) Kroeck
age 80 of Elkland passed away on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at her home. Born May 9th 1941 in Lancaster, PA she was the daughter of the late Herbert L Roth & Emma (Martin) Roth Lived and raised in Litiz, Pa until 1969 when she and her family relocated to the Kroeck farm in Knoxville, PA. She is survived by her children; William Michael Kroeck of Knoxville, PA, Larry Kroeck of Elkland, PA, Julia (Kroeck) Bliss of Elkland, PA and David Kroeck of Waterloo, NY; 16 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and her brother, Herb Roth of Litiz, PA. She was preceded in death by her son, John Kroeck of Knoxville. Beverly known to most as Granny was a doting mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She adored her family and offered great friendships to many. Granny was known as a hard working farmer, great gardener, and mostly for her giving, kind, friendly and loving personality. Her smile and laugh were contagious and could light up any room. Family received friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Thursday, July 22nd 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. A funeral service was held immediately following at 1:00 PM with Rev. Larry O’Dell officiating. Burial will be in Butler Hill Cemetery. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com. B
Kody Ryan Ringler
age 29 of Wellsboro, PA passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 19, 2021 at home. Born October 14, 1991 in Wellsboro, he was the son of Bruce W. Ringler, Jr. and Sandra R. (Heckler) Ringler. Kody loved fishing, hunting and riding dirt bikes. He is survived by his father, Bruce and Lidija Ringler, Jr. of Morris Run; his siblings, Jonathan Ringler of Wellsboro, Marina Iacullo of Morris Run and James Iacullo of Antrim; niece and nephew, Jayden and Noah; grandmother, Jackie Ringler; aunt Christine Heckler; uncles, George and Lynnette Heckler, Keith and Lindsey Schneider and Shannon Paul Ringler and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sandra R. Ringler and his grandparents. Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Friday, 5:00 – 7:00 PM. A Celebration of Life will be held immediately following at 7:00 PM. Memorial donations may be made to the Harbor Recovery House, 7095 PA-287, Wellsboro, PA 16901. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com. b
Lorelle Marie
Holcomb
passed away peacefully at her home in Burlington, Vermont on Thursday July 15, 2021. Lorelle was a loving mother, sister, daughter, granddaughter, and friend. Lorelle was born in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania on March 10, 1981. Even though Lorelle was taken too soon she lived an extraordinary life surrounded by people who adored her. She enjoyed many adventures across the United States and Canada that included biking, hiking, camping, and snowboarding. In 2005 she joined the U.S. Army where she spent time in Afghanistan, Germany, and Hawaii. Through her years of service, Lorelle earned the rank of Sergeant, achieving numerous awards and accommodations while serving her country. Lorelle was a decorated soldier, her achievements include an Army Commendation Medal, two Army Achievement Medals, the Army Good Conduct Medal, an Afghanistan Campaign Medal with two Campaign Stars, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and a NATO Medal. Long after her honorable discharge, Lorelle continued to support veterans and veteran organizations through one of her many passions, running. Lorelle was an amazing mother and thought the world of her children. Her generosity had no boundaries, she would do anything for anybody. She was a strong-willed individual, she always fought for what she believed in. Lorelle is survived by her three amazing children, Sara (13), Elliott (10) and Cassie (7), as well as the children’s father Davin Holcomb (and wife Tiffany) who reside in Indianapolis, Ind.; parents, Pax and Kirsten Whipple and Karen and David Huck; grandmother, Lois Whipple; siblings, Lynette (Whipple) Sly (and husband Richard), Marc Huck (and wife Melissa and sons Liam and Lenox), Cody Whipple (and fiancé Amanda), Tim Huck and Curtis Whipple (and girlfriend Whitney). Additionally, she is survived and loved by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Lynn Whipple and grandparents, Ernie and Alice Stoltenberg. While Lorelle’s family grieves her loss, they are choosing to remember Lorelle in a way that honors her spirit. The family invites the community to join them in a Celebration of Life Ceremony at the Wellsboro United Methodist Church, 36 Main Street, Wellsboro, on Wednesday, July 21 at 11 a.m. A luncheon will be provided after the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to “Goodies For Our Troops”, 130 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901. Arrangements are in care of the Cremation Society of Chittenden County, Burlington, Vermont. To send online condolences to her family please visit www.cremationsocietycc.com.
