Obituaries

Surrounded by his loving family, Arnold James Colwell was called home to the Lord on Sunday February 22, 2026. Born on June 12,1940 to the late Robert G. and Anna A. Colwell, Arnold was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

Having met on a blind date, Arnold married Jane M. Stoffel, and shared 64 years of happy marriage with his “Babe.” Together they raised three children, Donna (Jim) Walker, Richard (Mary) Colwell and Mark (Terri) Colwell. Family was very important to Arnold. He was a wonderful grandfather to Daniel (Peggy) Walker, Denise (Brandon) Sarday, Curtis Walker, Christie (Jon) Liuzzo, Cassandra Colwell, Clair (David) Breese, Megan (Stephen) Dingfelder and Darci Nelsen. Arnold was further blessed with 11 great-grandchildren, Hailey, Natalie, Colin and Caden Sarday, Jonathan and Chelsea Liuzzo, Judy and Reba Walker, Hudson and Parker Dingfelder, and Patrick Breese. He was Uncle Arnold to several special nieces and nephews.

Arnold was predeceased by his parents and his siblings, Ralph, Richard, Arlyn, Ronnie, Kenneth, Gerald, Leslie, Merle, Howard, Florence, Dorothy, Roberta, Fern.

He is survived by sisters-in-law, Shirley Colwell, Jean Colwell and Florence Colwell, along with Frances (Neal) Owings.

Arnold joined the Army and was promoted to Sergeant within 18 months. He spent 13 months stationed in Korea: Company H, First Platoon, and then with the Far East 304 Signal Battalion in Seoul. He received an honorable discharge in 1961. Early on Arnold and Jane ran a dairy farm, transitioning later to raising holstein heifers for a number of years. He later joined the carpenter’s union and worked as a carpenter for many years. He lovingly put his carpentry skills to work at home building cradles and rocking horses for his grandchildren, hope chests for all the girls in the family, tilt-top tables and many other woodworking projects. Arnold and Jane enjoyed traveling and took trips to Branson, New Orleans, Savannah and Nova Scotia after his retirement, along with many trips to the Lancaster area.

Calling hours for Arnold were Saturday, February 28, 2026, followed by a funeral service, both at Tuttle-Yeisley Funeral Home Inc. in Hallstead, PA.

Burial will be at a later date at Lamb’s Cemetery in Jackson, PA.

Dennis R. Gow Sr., 74, of Susquehanna, passed away on February 26, 2026. Born on March 10, 1951, in Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Raymond and Myrtle Gow.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Myrtle Gow; brother, Freddy Gow; sisters, Phyllis Dininny and Barbara Glover; nephew, Jeff Dininny.

Dennis is survived by his loving wife, Terry, his “Darlin”; sons, Dennis Gow Jr. and his wife, Christine, and Christopher Gow; cherished grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Austin, Isabelle; great-granddaughter, Kinsley.

Dennis dedicated many years of his life to hard work and providing for his family. He spent time working for PennDOT, later drove tractor-trailer, and in his later years worked in maintenance at Sam’s Club. No matter the job, he took pride in his work and the people he worked alongside.

Dennis was known for his quick wit and infectious sense of humor. He loved telling jokes and was often the life of the party, never missing an opportunity to break into an inappropriate song at just the right – or wrong – moment. To his children, he was “Pops,” and to his grandchildren and great-granddaughter, he was their beloved “Pop Pop.” He cherished spending time on his son’s patio, enjoying a good meal surrounded by family. Dennis often said his favorite trip was the one he took to Disney, a place that brought out his sense of wonder. He had a special love for dinosaurs, especially the mighty T-Rex, a fitting favorite for someone with such a big and unforgettable personality.

He will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, March 7th 2025 at Hennessey’s Funeral Home, 747 Jackson Avenue, Susquehanna.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, March 7 2025 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hennessey’s Funeral Home to help offset the funeral expenses.

Elwin Lee MacConnell, 89, of New Milford, was called home to be with the Lord on February 23, 2026. He was predeceased by his wife of 66 years, Joan Marie MacConnell; also by his brother, Donald K. MacConnell; parents, Stanley and Hanna MacConnell; mother-in-law, Juanita Delancey; brother, David Delancey.

Elwin is survived by his son, David MacConnell; brothers, Joseph and Robert MacConnell; brother-in-law, Spencer Dalancey; two nephews, Kenneth MacConnell and Keith MacConnell.

Elwin graduated from New Milford School in 1954. He entered the United States Army in January 1955 and was honorably discharged in 1957. Elwin and Joan married in 1957 and began their lives together in New Milford. He worked as a Tool Maker for IBM for 35 years retiring in 1992. He joined Columbia Hose Company in 1957 and served as Fire Chief for 17 years. In addition to responding with the Fire Department, he also drove the ambulance for a number of years. Elwin enjoyed time cutting wood, fishing and sometimes hunting. He was always friendly and more than willing to help others.

A brief service with Military Honors was held Tuesday, March 2, 2026 at the Tuttle-Yeisley Funeral Home, Inc. Hallstead, PA.

Should friends so desire, expressions of sympathy may be made to: Montrose Minutemen, PO Box 461, Montrose, PA 18801; and Columbia Hose Company, PO Box 599, New Milford, PA 18834.

Mary Esther Brown, 83, passed away peacefully, smiling with her last breath to be reunited with the love of her life John “Buddy” Brown on February 26, 2026, at Barnes-Kasson SNF in Susquehanna after a long battle with NPH (Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus). Born on July 20, 1942, in Susquehanna, she lived a life marked by devotion to her family and a commitment to serving others.

A graduate of Susquehanna Community High School in 1960, Mary was actively involved in school activities, playing the clarinet in the band and serving as Class Secretary. She later attended Mansfield University, broadening her horizons through education. Throughout her life, Mary was known for her selfless nature, always prioritizing her family and their well-being.

After graduation Mary worked as a secretary in Binghamton, NY, and alongside her husband, John "Buddy" Brown, she ran Brown's Hobby Shop and the Montgomery Ward Catalog store. She also served as the Tax Collector for Oakland Boro and worked as a Bank Teller at County National Bank in Susquehanna, PA, from which she retired after 20 years. Her professional journey was characterized by dedication and an unwavering work ethic.

Mary cherished many fond memories, including the day she got engaged to Bud, which coincided with the assassination of President Kennedy. Together, they enjoyed 59 years of marriage, leaving behind a legacy of love and support.

In her younger years, Mary found joy in golfing, a passion that led her to meet her husband. She looked forward to family camping trips in Lancaster, Maine, and Good Year Lake. She indulged in reading, and delighted in her favorite television shows, such as Dr. Pol, Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy and NCIS.

She was deeply involved in her community, serving as a member of the Nellie Jane DeWitt BPW Club and as a dedicated member of St. John's Church, where she served as a Eucharistic Minister for many years. Her commitment to faith and service left a lasting impression on those around her.

Mary is survived by her daughters, Lori (Kevin) Pike, of Port Crane, NY, Shelly Brown-Janicelli, of New Milford; son, John M. Brown, of Kirkwood, NY; grandchildren, Abby Brown, Zach Pike, Paul Janicelli, Brendan Pike, Jocie Brown, Johnny Brown. She will also be lovingly remembered by her great-grandchildren, Juliet Brown and Lorelei Brown; sister-in-law, Marilyn Wanatt, of Susquehanna; special cousin, Vince (Susan) Crockenberg, of VT; many other cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John "Buddy" Brown; parents, Clarence "Dyke" and Helen Washburn; grandson, Baby Boy Janicelli.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Barnes-Kasson SNF for their excellent care.

Visitation will be held on March 6, 2026, from 10:15am until 11:00am at St. John's Church, 15 East Church Street, Susquehanna, followed by a Mass from 11:00am to 12:00pm at the same location.

Interment in St. John’s Cemetery will be held at a later date.

Arrangements by Hennessey’s Funeral Home, Inc., 747 Jackson Avenue, Susquehanna.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Barnes-Kasson SNF, 2872 Turnpike Street, Susquehanna, PA 18847.

Thena G. Summers, 71, of Hallstead, passed away Friday, February 27, 2026. Born January 9, 1955, in Binghamton, NY, she was the daughter of the late Elton “Skip” and Tregertha (Stoddard) Tyler.

Thena was a 1972 graduate of Blue Ridge High School. She furthered her education at Central City Business Institute, Syracuse, NY. Thena was employed in cost accounting for 25 years at Storeroom Solutions before retiring in 2021.

Thena enjoyed sewing, quilting, knitting and ceramics. She was known for her creativity, generosity and dedication to her community. She was a lifetime member of the Great Bend Hose Company and volunteered with the American Red Cross. She also maintained a booth at the Harford Fair for 30 years, where she sold her kitchen towels and other handcrafted items.

She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Robert L. Summers; son, Scott R. (Lisa) Summers, of Dunmore, PA; grandchildren, Norah Brooke, Lennon Scott; three sisters, Serena (fiancé, Larry Sherwood) Brown, of Great Bend, Larena (Robert) Nickerson, of Susquehanna, Darena Tyler, of Great Bend; niece, Carey (Michael) Sclafani.

She was predeceased by her niece, Brooke Ellen.

Services will be held at 4:00pm Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Bartron-Myer Funeral Home, 382 Church Street, Montrose, PA.

Visitation will be from 5:00pm to 7:00pm on Wednesday at the funeral home.

Thena’s family would like to thank the staff at Barnes-Kasson Hospital and their Skilled Nursing Facility for their dedication and service over the past nine months.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the: Great Bend Hose Company, 54 Tannery Street, Great Bend, PA 18821.

For additional information or directions, please visit www.BartronMyer.com.