Johnston, Maxine Kohler b. 8 Nov 1916 Buffalo, Erie, New York, USA d. 1 Feb 2019 UPMC Cole Memorial Hospital, Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA: WETZEL Extended Family & More

Johnston, Maxine Kohler

1916 - 2019 (102 years)

Name	Johnston, Maxine Kohler [1]
Birth	8 Nov 1916	Buffalo, Erie, New York, USA [1, 2]
	Maxine was born on November 8, 1916 in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of the late Laurent D. and Marie G. (Kohler) Johnston.
Gender	Female
Residence	Between 1930 and 1988	Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA [1]
Graduation	Abt Jun 1934	Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA
	CHS, Class of 1934 She was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1934 and attended Albright-Knox Art School, Buffalo.
Event	Aug 1959	Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA
	pool-side, swimming pool dedication
	20181011HAv- Lanny Nunn?You know you're from Coudersport, PA if.......... September 27 · 2018 Coudersport swimming pool dedication, August 1959. L-R: - Maxine Shear, - Pauline Frederick, - Lillian Mitchell, - James Elliott 13 You, Jeff Carts, Jay Pinsince and 10 others Like Comment
		Coudy 195908 SwimPool dedication FB180927LN 20181011HAv- Lanny Nunn?You know you're from Coudersport, PA if.......... September 27 · 2018 Coudersport swimming pool dedication, August 1959. L-R: - Maxine Shear, - Pauline Frederick, - Lillian Mitchell, - James Elliott 13 You, Jeff Carts, Jay Pinsince and 10 others Like Comment
gossip	5 Apr 1961	Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA [3]
	Potter Enterprise, 27 Dec 1961, Wed • p1 April 5 Coudersport Borough Council reverses a decision made last month to take over the operation of the swim pool it will remain with Mrs. Thomas Shear and her pool committee.
	05 Apr 1961 in Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA; Potter Enterprise, 27 Dec 1961, Wed • p1 April 5 Coudersport Borough Council reverses a decision made last month to take over the operation of the swim pool it will remain with Mrs. Thomas Shear and her pool committee. 20220222GHLn- One Bad Fire, Tragic Drowning Mar Quiet, Peaceful 1961 in Potter County CLIPPED FROM The Potter Enterprise Coudersport, Pennsylvania 27 Dec 1961, Wed • Page 1 wetzupdoc Member Photo BYwetzupdoc · 22 February 2022 One Bad Fire, A Tragic Drowning Mar Otherwise Quiet and Peaceful Year In County January 4 - Denton Hill attracts 750 skiers over the weekend largest crowd since opening of the park. Claude Knights and the Phillips of Coudersport both mourning the deaths of infant sons. James N. Bachman is named president of the Northern Potter Jointure. Eldon Grover home in Ulysses is scene of open house day after Christmas. Dr. J. Irving Bentley recuperating from a broken hip. Richard Moore, in jail since his September automobile accident which killed Alvy Harris, was placed on a one-year probation. Coudersport Borough Council considers two applicants for position of treasurer recently vacated by Robert Heimel. January 11 - An ice skating rink is being constructed in the courthouse square under the direction of Thomas Chitester. Ralph Lomma of Scranton, manager of Denton Hill Ski Lodge, decried lack of "ski atmosphere" at a meeting of Denton Hill Recreation Association (DHRA), said "local attitude toward skiers must be rectified if we're to get skiers here." A PTA committee is discussing raising of funds toward possibly bringing a foreign exchange student to the Coudersport school next year. Mrs. John Duvall heads newly-elected slate of officers for Potter County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Over 1,000 food items were brought to the Rotary Club's annual Christmas theater party for Northern Tier Children's Home. Fire levels home of John Walaski, 83. January 18 A new column, "Skiing With Inda," makes its debut in this week's Enterprise. Scranton Times reporter is named public relations man by the DHRA to promote Potter County's recreational facilities with special emphasis on skiing. Twelve county students get State Homemaker degree at farm show. A "Thank You, Community, Day" is being planned by Three Rivers Council Camp Fire Girls, marking the organization's golden jubilee. Wally Constantine played dinner host to about 60 Falcon Squad members, cheerleaders and faculty members. January 25 Sportsmen's organizations, game commission personnel and the Potter Enterprise game feeding program join forces in keeping wildlife alive during the heavy snow season. W. Gale Lush, prominent Galeton businessman, succumbs to heart attack this morning. Claim to fame department: An Enterprise photo is published In New York Times. Northern Potter parents meet to protest elementary school consolidation which would concentrate the first three grades in Ulysses and grades four to six at Harrison Valley. Four Shinglehouse firemen receive life membership awards: Lawrence Washburn, Tom Oles, Merle Freeborn and Clair Maxson. February 1 PTA announces a panel discussion at next week's meeting will deal with the need for a public kindergarten in Coudersport. Early medical history of Potter County is discussed by early medics' descendants at meeting of county historical society. First Winter Carnival at Denton Hill Park set for Feb. 18 and 19. Cleveland man who owns camp in Potter County sends $100 check for game feeding. "Community Achievement Needs" discussed by panel in Ulysses, Richard Howe moderating, deals with promoting and building of that community. Four Coudersport youths, all members of the Denton Hill ski patrol, will compete in Pennsylvania junior championship races at Laurel Mountain trip, financed by Ted Mauz, Galeton. February 8 Coudersport student council is selling shares in the proposed foreign exchange student. Mrs. George Olmsted, one of the county's oldest residents, dies at 97. Cub Pack 33 's annual blue and gold dinner set for Feb. 23 at Coudersport Consistory. Ulysses Boy Scout troop is reorganized. Charles Norwood is Scoutmaster, Coudersport Borough Council is asked to attend Williamsport meeting to show why council had failed to comply with an earlier order calling for a schedule showing dates on which the borough proposed to take each step . toward construction of complete sewage treatment facilities. February 15 Coudersport, bedecked in holiday trappings of banners, pennants aud gaily colored decorations for upcoming winter carnival, is setting for one of worst fires in recent history as Stephens Building on E. Second St. is gutted by flames. Galeton's volunteer firefighters in Coudersport when Thompson Lumber Mill catches fire at Galeton. Funeral arrangements being made for W. Selby Jones, 70, Potter County surveyor who lived upstairs in Stephens building and who died during the fire of asphyxiation. George Daniels, long-time co-publisher of The Potter Enterprise, is honored at party for his 90th birthday in home of daughter, Mrs. James S. Berger. Huge tractor-trailor wraps itself around two or three Harrison Valley trees in $7700 accident; Eugene Bristol of Ulysses, the driver escapes with minor, injuries. February 22 Winter carnival deenid a success in spite of warm-up in weather which melted much of the snow. Potter County Grange representatives get together to discuss a diabetes detection clinic to be held in the spring. John Duvall and Harold Fink announce candidacy for district attorney's job; Walter P. Wells announces for re-election as judge of Potter County Court of Common Pleas. Plans for "moving day," when seventh to twelfth graders will transfer to the new junior-senior high in Coudersport are outlined at school board meeting. Firemen institute "W. Selby Jones Memorial Fund" to buy oxygen masks. Hugh H. Steele dies in Florida. Business offices re-located because of the Stephens Building fire: county health department, Coudersport Production Credit and National Farm Loan, Lacher's Plumbing and Heating, Herrick Newspapers. Austin PTA undertakes to buy polio vaccine for first-graders. March 1 Charles Cole, Coudersport multimillionaire dies in local hospital, bequeaths the county a fully-equipped, modern hospital. Elk Lick Council, BSA, begins $200,000 fund drive to improve camping facilities. Ray Goodrich introduces bill in Pa. House of Representatives that would return one-fourth of the proceeds from timber sales to the counties and school districts. Coudersport Chamber of Commerce discusses erection of a "shell" building to attract new industry. March 8 Representatives of the Committee for the Advancement of Education met with the local school board asking that these directors bring its case for a public kindergarten before next week's jointure meeting. Roulette PTA honors "teachers of the month" Mrs. Joseph Knowlton and Mrs. William Blauvelt. Mrs. Edith Hancock named to the honor last month. American Field Service chapter announces the $650 goal needed to bring a foreign exchange student horp Vins hpen exceeded by about $75.00 with a variety of fund-raising projects. Snow melting fast on Denton Hill as area merchants plan for Easter and spring. March 15 More than 500 persons attend PTA-snonsored Open house at Coudersport's new junior-senior high school. About 365 petition county board of elections for a place on the spring primaries ballot. Ernest Mosch, retiring Cubmaster of Pack 33. named "Scouter of the Year." LeiiRtliy and sometimes stormy Coudersport Jointure Board session as school directors hear pros and cons of kindergarten proposal from equally divided crowd of 70. J. Collins McSparran, state speaker's podium with Dr. Clarence Tinsman at Pomona Grange meeting in Ulvsses. Tinsman speaks on the diabetes detection clinic triggered by Sharon Grange. March 22 Adam Mertsock family of Genesee loses all personal belongings in farm home fire. Vegetable Growers hear of the need for county planning group in panel discussion at the courthouse. Third of rabies clinics in county under the direction of Veterinarian Bill Mitchell is held in Shinglehouse with a total of 365 cats and dogs innoculated. Ulysses Girl Scouts have tea marking birthday of Founder Lowe. March 29 Brookland Broiler Farm belonging to Curtis Hostetter is leveled in $100,000 blaze. Mrs. William Roberts, retiring Worthy Matron of Coudersport OES is honored at dinner by officers and choir. Charter member Giles Hauber is honored at a dinner meeting of the Potter County Grange Mutual Fire Insurance Co. marking its 50th birthday, held at Sweden Valley Grange Hall. Mrs. Carl McCloud is named president of New Century Club. Leslie Field of Fishing Creek places first in 4-H talent show. April 5 Coudersport Borough Council reverses a decision made last month to take over the operation of the swim pool it will remain with Mrs. Thomas Shear and her pool committee. Charter members of Post 192, American Legion, will be honored at a dinner Saturday marking the post's 42nd anniversary. Nearly 70,000 trout have been stocked in county streams in preparation for the fishing season. Coudersport Chamber of Commerce in the midst of a tree and shrubbery planting program. Fifth annual presentation of the Crucifixion Story by the Coudersport Consistory greeted by capacity crowds at both performances. April 12 Jack Happel, 24, dies in blaze which levels his one-story home along the East Fork. Black Forest Conservation Association announces its sponsorship of a "mall fry" trout stream for kids under 14. Coudersport Jointure Board tables kindergarten proposal for one year. Austin Industrial Development Corp. is presented charter and articles of incorporation, aim to encourage present industry and seek new industry for the community. Cancer kick-off dinner held in Northern Potter cafeteria. (eoiitinurd next wrek) 4 Clipping location on The Potter Enterprise page 1 CLIPPED FROM The Potter Enterprise Coudersport, Pennsylvania 27 Dec 1961, Wed • Page 1 wetzupdoc Member Photo BYwetzupdoc · 22 February 2022
Death	1 Feb 2019	UPMC Cole Memorial Hospital, Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA [1, 2, 4]
	20210217HAv- https://s3.amazonaws.com/CFSV2/obituaries/photos/4108/488453/5c5851f58c6e1.jpg Maxine J. Shear November 8, 1916 ~ February 1, 2019 (age 102) Obituary & ServicesTribute Wall Obituary Maxine J. Shear, 102, a long-time resident of Coudersport, passed away at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport, Friday, February 1, 2019. Maxine was born on November 8, 1916 in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of the late Laurent D. and Marie G. (Kohler) Johnston. She was the wife of the late Thomas R. Shear II, who preceded her in death in January of 1987. She was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1934 and attended Albright-Knox Art School, Buffalo. She was a homemaker, an artist, and a community activist. Maxine was a very active member of the First Presbyterian Church, Coudersport and served as an Elder and was one of the first female deacons. She was a member of the Eulalia Chapter #148 Order of the Eastern Star, the Coudersport Historical Society, Coudersport Golf Club and was a former member of the Coudersport Area Chamber of Commerce, serving on the Recreation Board. Maxine was an active member of the New Century Club, and designed 24 Christmas balls depicting local landmarks as a yearly fundraiser. Maxine spent many years participating in local theater groups, painting scenery and portraying characters, such as Mammy Yokum and Marlene Dietrich. She also served as a volunteer for Cole Memorial Hospital where she started the original hospital gift shop and volunteered at Long Term Care. She also managed the Coudersport Ice Mine Gift Shop for several years when her husband's family owned it. One of Maxine's longest lasting legacies is the Coudersport Town Pool, as she was the driving force behind the fundraising efforts to build the original pool in the late 1950s. She prided herself on taking the inaugural swim in the pool when it was opened in 1959, and managed it for many years. As part of her work as an artist, Maxine created over 650 pen and ink drawings of local buildings and private homes in the area. At age 98, she published the book “Churches of Potter County” with drawings of all of the churches in the county. Maxine was known for her great sense of humor. She was always forthright and honest but never hurtful. She offered encouragement to many and was an inspiration to all who knew her. Maxine is survived by - a daughter, Laurie (Randi Lawrence) Shear of Coudersport; - a son, William (Noelle) Shear of Farmville, VA; - a daughter-in-law, Mary Sue (Ben) Henszey of Beaver Cove, ME; five grandchildren., - Thomas R. (Megan) Shear IV, - Kate (Jeff Nunemaker) Hoover, - Justin Shear, - Katie (Andy) Meeker and - Emma Wright; five great-grandchildren, a niece and three nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Maxine was preceded in death by - a son, Thomas R. Shear III. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm at the First United Presbyterian Church, 402 North Main Street, Coudersport with - burial in Eulalia Cemetery, Coudersport. Family suggest memorial contributions in Maxine’s name be made to; the First Presbyterian Church, 402 N. Main St., Coudersport, PA 16915, the Coudersport Public Library, 502 Park Ave., Coudersport, PA 16915, or the Potter County Artisan Center, 227N. Main St., Coudersport, PA 16915. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Maxine J. Shear, please visit our floral store. Services MEMORIAL SERVICE Saturday June 8, 2019 2:00 PM First United Presbyterian Church-Coudersport 402 N. Main St. Coudersport, PA 16915 age 102. long-time resident of Coudersport, passed away at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport, Friday, February 1, 2019.
Burial	Aft 1 Feb 2019	Eulalia Cemetery, Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA [2]
	20210217HAv- https://s3.amazonaws.com/CFSV2/obituaries/photos/4108/488453/5c5851f58c6e1.jpg Maxine J. Shear November 8, 1916 ~ February 1, 2019 (age 102) Obituary & ServicesTribute Wall Obituary Maxine J. Shear, 102, a long-time resident of Coudersport, passed away at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport, Friday, February 1, 2019. Maxine was born on November 8, 1916 in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of the late Laurent D. and Marie G. (Kohler) Johnston. She was the wife of the late Thomas R. Shear II, who preceded her in death in January of 1987. She was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1934 and attended Albright-Knox Art School, Buffalo. She was a homemaker, an artist, and a community activist. Maxine was a very active member of the First Presbyterian Church, Coudersport and served as an Elder and was one of the first female deacons. She was a member of the Eulalia Chapter #148 Order of the Eastern Star, the Coudersport Historical Society, Coudersport Golf Club and was a former member of the Coudersport Area Chamber of Commerce, serving on the Recreation Board. Maxine was an active member of the New Century Club, and designed 24 Christmas balls depicting local landmarks as a yearly fundraiser. Maxine spent many years participating in local theater groups, painting scenery and portraying characters, such as Mammy Yokum and Marlene Dietrich. She also served as a volunteer for Cole Memorial Hospital where she started the original hospital gift shop and volunteered at Long Term Care. She also managed the Coudersport Ice Mine Gift Shop for several years when her husband's family owned it. One of Maxine's longest lasting legacies is the Coudersport Town Pool, as she was the driving force behind the fundraising efforts to build the original pool in the late 1950s. She prided herself on taking the inaugural swim in the pool when it was opened in 1959, and managed it for many years. As part of her work as an artist, Maxine created over 650 pen and ink drawings of local buildings and private homes in the area. At age 98, she published the book “Churches of Potter County” with drawings of all of the churches in the county. Maxine was known for her great sense of humor. She was always forthright and honest but never hurtful. She offered encouragement to many and was an inspiration to all who knew her. Maxine is survived by - a daughter, Laurie (Randi Lawrence) Shear of Coudersport; - a son, William (Noelle) Shear of Farmville, VA; - a daughter-in-law, Mary Sue (Ben) Henszey of Beaver Cove, ME; five grandchildren., - Thomas R. (Megan) Shear IV, - Kate (Jeff Nunemaker) Hoover, - Justin Shear, - Katie (Andy) Meeker and - Emma Wright; five great-grandchildren, a niece and three nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Maxine was preceded in death by - a son, Thomas R. Shear III. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm at the First United Presbyterian Church, 402 North Main Street, Coudersport with - burial in Eulalia Cemetery, Coudersport. Family suggest memorial contributions in Maxine’s name be made to; the First Presbyterian Church, 402 N. Main St., Coudersport, PA 16915, the Coudersport Public Library, 502 Park Ave., Coudersport, PA 16915, or the Potter County Artisan Center, 227N. Main St., Coudersport, PA 16915. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Maxine J. Shear, please visit our floral store. Services MEMORIAL SERVICE Saturday June 8, 2019 2:00 PM First United Presbyterian Church-Coudersport 402 N. Main St. Coudersport, PA 16915 - burial in Eulalia Cemetery, Coudersport. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm at the First United Presbyterian Church, 402 North Main Street, Coudersport
Memorial Service	8 Jun 2019	Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA
	A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm at the First United Presbyterian Church, 402 North Main Street, Coudersport
	A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm at the First United Presbyterian Church, 402 North Main Street, Coudersport
Obituary	Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA [4]
	Maxine J. Shear, 102, a long-time resident of Coudersport, passed away at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport, Friday, February 1, 2019.
	20210217HAv- https://s3.amazonaws.com/CFSV2/obituaries/photos/4108/488453/5c5851f58c6e1.jpg Maxine J. Shear November 8, 1916 ~ February 1, 2019 (age 102) Obituary & ServicesTribute Wall Obituary Maxine J. Shear, 102, a long-time resident of Coudersport, passed away at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport, Friday, February 1, 2019. Maxine was born on November 8, 1916 in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of the late Laurent D. and Marie G. (Kohler) Johnston. She was the wife of the late Thomas R. Shear II, who preceded her in death in January of 1987. She was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1934 and attended Albright-Knox Art School, Buffalo. She was a homemaker, an artist, and a community activist. Maxine was a very active member of the First Presbyterian Church, Coudersport and served as an Elder and was one of the first female deacons. She was a member of the Eulalia Chapter #148 Order of the Eastern Star, the Coudersport Historical Society, Coudersport Golf Club and was a former member of the Coudersport Area Chamber of Commerce, serving on the Recreation Board. Maxine was an active member of the New Century Club, and designed 24 Christmas balls depicting local landmarks as a yearly fundraiser. Maxine spent many years participating in local theater groups, painting scenery and portraying characters, such as Mammy Yokum and Marlene Dietrich. She also served as a volunteer for Cole Memorial Hospital where she started the original hospital gift shop and volunteered at Long Term Care. She also managed the Coudersport Ice Mine Gift Shop for several years when her husband's family owned it. One of Maxine's longest lasting legacies is the Coudersport Town Pool, as she was the driving force behind the fundraising efforts to build the original pool in the late 1950s. She prided herself on taking the inaugural swim in the pool when it was opened in 1959, and managed it for many years. As part of her work as an artist, Maxine created over 650 pen and ink drawings of local buildings and private homes in the area. At age 98, she published the book “Churches of Potter County” with drawings of all of the churches in the county. Maxine was known for her great sense of humor. She was always forthright and honest but never hurtful. She offered encouragement to many and was an inspiration to all who knew her. Maxine is survived by - a daughter, Laurie (Randi Lawrence) Shear of Coudersport; - a son, William (Noelle) Shear of Farmville, VA; - a daughter-in-law, Mary Sue (Ben) Henszey of Beaver Cove, ME; five grandchildren., - Thomas R. (Megan) Shear IV, - Kate (Jeff Nunemaker) Hoover, - Justin Shear, - Katie (Andy) Meeker and - Emma Wright; five great-grandchildren, a niece and three nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Maxine was preceded in death by - a son, Thomas R. Shear III. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm at the First United Presbyterian Church, 402 North Main Street, Coudersport with - burial in Eulalia Cemetery, Coudersport. Family suggest memorial contributions in Maxine’s name be made to; the First Presbyterian Church, 402 N. Main St., Coudersport, PA 16915, the Coudersport Public Library, 502 Park Ave., Coudersport, PA 16915, or the Potter County Artisan Center, 227N. Main St., Coudersport, PA 16915. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Maxine J. Shear, please visit our floral store. Services MEMORIAL SERVICE Saturday June 8, 2019 2:00 PM First United Presbyterian Church-Coudersport 402 N. Main St. Coudersport, PA 16915
Name	Maxine Johnston [5]
	20180421 HAv- Thomas Ridpath Shear in the U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947 U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947 View Original Image on Fold3. Name: Thomas Ridpath Shear Gender: Male Race: White Age: 26 Relationship to Draftee:Self (Head) Birth Place: Coudersport, Pennsylvania, USA Birth Date: 27 Oct 1913 Residence Place: Dwight ST Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Registration Date: 1940 Employer: William Shear Weight: 150 Complexion: Light Eye Color: Blue Hair Color: Brown Height: 5 9 Next of Kin: Maxine Kohler Shear Household Members: Name Relationship Thomas Ridpath Shear Self (Head) Maxine Kohler Shear Wife Source Citation The National Archives in St. Louis, Missouri; St. Louis, Missouri; Record Group: Records of the Selective Service System, 147; Box: 2272 Source Information Ancestry.com. U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2011. Original data:
Name	Maxine Johnston Shear mrs
	20210217HAv- https://s3.amazonaws.com/CFSV2/obituaries/photos/4108/488453/5c5851f58c6e1.jpg Maxine J. Shear November 8, 1916 ~ February 1, 2019 (age 102) Obituary & ServicesTribute Wall Obituary Maxine J. Shear, 102, a long-time resident of Coudersport, passed away at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport, Friday, February 1, 2019. Maxine was born on November 8, 1916 in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of the late Laurent D. and Marie G. (Kohler) Johnston. She was the wife of the late Thomas R. Shear II, who preceded her in death in January of 1987. She was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1934 and attended Albright-Knox Art School, Buffalo. She was a homemaker, an artist, and a community activist. Maxine was a very active member of the First Presbyterian Church, Coudersport and served as an Elder and was one of the first female deacons. She was a member of the Eulalia Chapter #148 Order of the Eastern Star, the Coudersport Historical Society, Coudersport Golf Club and was a former member of the Coudersport Area Chamber of Commerce, serving on the Recreation Board. Maxine was an active member of the New Century Club, and designed 24 Christmas balls depicting local landmarks as a yearly fundraiser. Maxine spent many years participating in local theater groups, painting scenery and portraying characters, such as Mammy Yokum and Marlene Dietrich. She also served as a volunteer for Cole Memorial Hospital where she started the original hospital gift shop and volunteered at Long Term Care. She also managed the Coudersport Ice Mine Gift Shop for several years when her husband's family owned it. One of Maxine's longest lasting legacies is the Coudersport Town Pool, as she was the driving force behind the fundraising efforts to build the original pool in the late 1950s. She prided herself on taking the inaugural swim in the pool when it was opened in 1959, and managed it for many years. As part of her work as an artist, Maxine created over 650 pen and ink drawings of local buildings and private homes in the area. At age 98, she published the book “Churches of Potter County” with drawings of all of the churches in the county. Maxine was known for her great sense of humor. She was always forthright and honest but never hurtful. She offered encouragement to many and was an inspiration to all who knew her. Maxine is survived by a daughter, Laurie (Randi Lawrence) Shear of Coudersport; a son, William (Noelle) Shear of Farmville, VA; a daughter-in-law, Mary Sue (Ben) Henszey of Beaver Cove, ME; five grandchildren., Thomas R. (Megan) Shear IV, Kate (Jeff Nunemaker) Hoover, Justin Shear, Katie (Andy) Meeker and Emma Wright; five great-grandchildren, a niece and three nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Maxine was preceded in death by a son, Thomas R. Shear III. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm at the First United Presbyterian Church, 402 North Main Street, Coudersport with burial in Eulalia Cemetery, Coudersport. Family suggest memorial contributions in Maxine’s name be made to; the First Presbyterian Church, 402 N. Main St., Coudersport, PA 16915, the Coudersport Public Library, 502 Park Ave., Coudersport, PA 16915, or the Potter County Artisan Center, 227N. Main St., Coudersport, PA 16915. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Maxine J. Shear, please visit our floral store. Services MEMORIAL SERVICE Saturday June 8, 2019 2:00 PM First United Presbyterian Church-Coudersport 402 N. Main St. Coudersport, PA 16915
Name	Maxine Kohler Shear mrs [2]
Name	Shear [6]
Person ID	I54045	WETZEL-SPRING

Father	Johnston, Laurent D., b. 6 Nov 1895, Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA d. 9 Apr 1967, UPMC Cole Memorial Hospital, Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA (Age 71 years)
Relationship	natural
Mother	Kohler, Marie G., b. 1894, Johnsonburg, Elk, Pennsylvania, USA d. Pennsylvania, USA
Relationship	natural
Marriage	24 Feb 1915	Ridgway, Elk, Pennsylvania, USA [7]
	20210218HAv- Lawrence Or Laurence D. Johnston in the Pennsylvania, U.S., Marriages, 1852-1968 - License & Marriage - Name: Laurence D. Johnston Gender: Male Age: 22y Birth: abt 1893 Coudersport his occ: fireman his res: Buffalo, NY Marriage: 24 Feb 1915 Ridgway, Elk, Pennsylvania, USA Father: James Johnston born: Delhigh, NY retired Mother: Mary E. Calkins born: Bonnie Hill, NY Spouse: Marie G. Kohler Film Number: 001288684 Name: Marie G. Kohler Gender: Female Age: 21y 1m 8d Birth: abt 1894 Johnsonburg, PA her occ: housekeeper her res: Johnsonburg, PA Father: Peter Kohler born: Germany dead Mother: Henrietta Younger born: Germany her occ: housekeeper Johnsonburg, PA Spouse: Lawrence Or Laurence D. Johnston Film Number: 001288684 Source Information Ancestry.com. Pennsylvania, U.S., Marriages, 1852-1968 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2016. Original data: Marriage Records. Pennsylvania Marriages. Various County Register of Wills Offices, Pennsylvania.
Family ID	F52206	Group Sheet \| Family Chart

Family Shear, Thomas Ridpath II, b. 27 Oct 1913, Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA d. Jan 1987 (Age 73 years)

Marriage Between 11 Apr 1930 and 16 Mar 1940

single in 1930 census, married in military registration for WWII

Children

	1. Shear, Thomas Ridpath III, b. 25 Sep 1944, Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA d. 28 Oct 1999, State College, Centre, Pennsylvania, USA (Age 55 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
	2. Shear, L.D.
	3. Shear, William A. [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]

Family ID F38800 Group Sheet | Family Chart

Event Map

	Birth - 8 Nov 1916 - Buffalo, Erie, New York, USA
	Residence - Between 1930 and 1988 - Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA
	Graduation - CHS, Class of 1934 She was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1934 and attended Albright-Knox Art School, Buffalo. - Abt Jun 1934 - Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA
	Event - pool-side, swimming pool dedication - Aug 1959 - Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA
	gossip - Potter Enterprise, 27 Dec 1961, Wed • p1 April 5 Coudersport Borough Council reverses a decision made last month to take over the operation of the swim pool it will remain with Mrs. Thomas Shear and her pool committee. - 5 Apr 1961 - Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA
	Burial - Aft 1 Feb 2019 - Eulalia Cemetery, Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA
	Memorial Service - A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm at the First United Presbyterian Church, 402 North Main Street, Coudersport - 8 Jun 2019 - Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA
	Obituary - Maxine J. Shear, 102, a long-time resident of Coudersport, passed away at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport, Friday, February 1, 2019. - - Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA

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		Shear, Tom WWII military registratn Fold3 20180421 HAv- Thomas Ridpath Shear in the U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947 U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947 View Original Image on Fold3. Name: Thomas Ridpath Shear Gender: Male Race: White Age: 26 Relationship to Draftee:Self (Head) Birth Place: Coudersport, Pennsylvania, USA Birth Date: 27 Oct 1913 Residence…
		Coudy 195908 SwimPool dedication FB180927LN 20181011HAv- Lanny Nunn?You know you're from Coudersport, PA if.......... September 27 · 2018 Coudersport swimming pool dedication, August 1959. L-R: - Maxine Shear, - Pauline Frederick, - Lillian Mitchell, - James Elliott 13 You, Jeff Carts, Jay Pinsince and 10 others Like Comment
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		Cole, Chas w Maxine Shear 408MillSt FB210215LNCou 20210217HAv- Lanny Nunn 15 Fevruary 2021 · Coudersport... Charles Cole - Maxine Shear at 408 Mill Street, Coudersport Comments Ken Cole Great Uncle Charles, at the house @ 408 Mill St. The Shear house is in the background. · Reply · 2d Angela Howard Ken Cole Wish there was a pic of the house at 408 Mill St. We lived there too. Grigsbys ·…
		Cole, Charles w Maxine Shear 408MillSt FB210215LNCou 20210217HAv- Lanny Nunn 15 February 2021 · Coudersport... Charles Cole and Maxine Shear Comments Thomas W. Mitchell Don't forget the dog. · Reply · 2d Georgiana Gillon Kiely WOW AGAIN · Reply · 2d Paul Lynn Gardner The dog sets the tone very well. · Reply · 1d Linda Setzer Cole Lohr She's really little in this one. I wonder if Laurie has…
		Shear, Maxine Churches of Potter Co SolsWords 20220131GHLn- Monday, July 13, 2015 Maxine Shear's Book "Churches Of Potter County" Is A Sell Out https://www.facebook.com/pottercountyartisancenter Posted by Solomon's words for the wise at 7/13/2015 05:34:00 PM 1 comment: tooter said... A great book by a great person. Didn't know there were that many churches in Potter County. Very nice…
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15 Fevruary 2021 · Coudersport...

Charles Cole - Maxine Shear
at 408 Mill Street, Coudersport

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Ken Cole
Great Uncle Charles, at the house @ 408 Mill St. The Shear house is in the background.
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Angela Howard
Ken Cole
Wish there was a pic of the house at 408 Mill St.
We lived there too. Grigsbys
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Linda Setzer Cole Lohr
Oh WOW that's awesome! I wonder how old they were or the year...? So young!!
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Mike Thierfelder
Maybe 1935 plus or minus a couple?
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Robert Hau
Tom Shears mother
I guess it would be Charlie Coles dad or uncle.
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Ken Cole
Right Bob, our fathers Uncle.
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Brenda Kenealy Williams
What a super picture
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Don Betz
wow
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Georgiana Gillon Kiely
WOW That was awhile ago
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Gretchen Songster
Great photo!!
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Paul Lynn Gardner
Many of us knew Maxine, maybe a few knew Charles. Love the photo.
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Linda Setzer Cole Lohr
Paul Lynn Gardner Maxine looks like 10 or 12 years old.
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Linda Marie
I worked for Maxine at the Ice Mine summers through high school. Very nice to work for treated me like a daughter.
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Linda Setzer Cole Lohr
Awesome car in the background too.
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Joanne Regg Simmons
The benefacter (Charles Cole) of the Coudersport, Pa.Hospital. Nice photo.????????
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Richard Neefe
Great post Lanny.
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Netra Magill Baker
Oh my
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Deb Bliss Plummer
Laurie Shear
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Millie Jones
Charles Cole ~ was he a physician or a politician ????
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Ken Cole
Neither. He was just a local philanthropist who sold IBM machines in the early days & had enough sense to buy stock in the company.
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Millie Jones
Ken Cole Thanks I always thought he was a physician & I am 83 & old enough to remember the ‘old small’ Coudersport Hospital ... My daughter-in-law has been @ Charles Cole Memorial about 42 years plus ...
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Ken Cole
My mother, Nettie, was a nurse there, old & new hospitals, for about 30 years, I believe.
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Lugene Clara Heimel
Paul and I now live in the Shear home which we purchased in the late 1980's.
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Paul Lynn Gardner
Upon his death, Charles Cole bequeathed $6,000,000 to the community, replacing the Potter County Memorial Hospital. That hospital has since been expanded to the campus we see today.
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Paul W. Heimel
Paul Lynn Gardner Do you have any knowledge as to the particulars of that bequest when it came to providing health care to the poor? Was there a fund established to ensure that his wishes were honored? I have always heard that but, so many years later and with the UPMC merger, I've heard little mention of that.
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Mary Durst
Paul W. Heimel , I also had that understanding, but I believe that, like the government, over the years, adminitrators at the hospital saw fit to use that fund for more important things.
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Paul Lynn Gardner
Paul W. Heimel I personally didn’t know Charles Cole, however his widow was known to many of us in the 1960s after the “big news” broke. Ken Cole can probably confirm this, but knowledge of his wealth wasn’t revealed until his death and everyone said that Charley himself didn’t even know how much he was worth. All I remember was that it was big news to this humble community. I do not recall anything being said of “health care to the poor”, but instead simply building a new hospital took the headlines.
Since moving to Blair County, I coincidentally have come to know the third generation of the family “JC Orr” that built the original hospital in Coudersport. Joseph Orr III remembers traveling to Coudersport in the ‘60s with his grandfather during the construction. Joe III has since taken over the business and has contracted some of the recent improvements to the hospital. They also did rehab work on the Iron Bridge behind the Consistory.
Checking out the hospital website, I found the following:
“Charles Cole was born in June 1876 and grew up in the Coudersport area. He showed an early aptitude for sales and began a career selling pianos and organs for Smith Music Company in Olean, N.Y. His association with John Patterson, then president of the National Cash Register Company, brought him in contact with Thomas Watson. When Watson set out to establish his own business, the Rochester Time and Recording Company, he sought Cole as a salesman. Cole enjoyed great success with the company and was encouraged to reinvest part of his salary in company stocks. This company became International Business Machines, or IBM.
By late 1920, Cole had retired and returned to his beloved Coudersport. Few in the community knew of his wealth until his death in 1961, when the extent of his fortune became known. Cole left instructions that his estate was to fund a much-needed community hospital. Through the generosity of his widow, the former Edith Pinney, the Cole Memorial opened in September 1967. Mrs. Cole later married a Chicago surgeon, G. Howard Irwin, and both maintained philanthropic interest in the hospital until their deaths in the 1990s. Many of the new buildings, including the Irwin Rehabilitation Center and the Irwin Medical Arts Center, have been funded by the charitable trusts they established to help meet the medical needs of the community far into the future.”
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James Mitchell
Maxine is my aunt and my mothers side. My mother is a Shear
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William Fricke
James Mitchell That's Alice's old house.
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Maxine J. Shear
November 8, 1916 ~ February 1, 2019 (age 102)

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Maxine J. Shear, 102, a long-time resident of Coudersport, passed away at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport, Friday, February 1, 2019.

Maxine was born on November 8, 1916 in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of the late Laurent D. and Marie G. (Kohler) Johnston. She was the wife of the late Thomas R. Shear II, who preceded her in death in January of 1987.

She was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1934 and attended Albright-Knox Art School, Buffalo. She was a homemaker, an artist, and a community activist.

Maxine was a very active member of the First Presbyterian Church, Coudersport and served as an Elder and was one of the first female deacons. She was a member of the Eulalia Chapter #148 Order of the Eastern Star, the Coudersport Historical Society, Coudersport Golf Club and was a former member of the Coudersport Area Chamber of Commerce, serving on the Recreation Board. Maxine was an active member of the New Century Club, and designed 24 Christmas balls depicting local landmarks as a yearly fundraiser. Maxine spent many years participating in local theater groups, painting scenery and portraying characters, such as Mammy Yokum and Marlene Dietrich.

She also served as a volunteer for Cole Memorial Hospital where she started the original hospital gift shop and volunteered at Long Term Care. She also managed the Coudersport Ice Mine Gift Shop for several years when her husband's family owned it. One of Maxine's longest lasting legacies is the Coudersport Town Pool, as she was the driving force behind the fundraising efforts to build the original pool in the late 1950s. She prided herself on taking the inaugural swim in the pool when it was opened in 1959, and managed it for many years.

As part of her work as an artist, Maxine created over 650 pen and ink drawings of local buildings and private homes in the area. At age 98, she published the book “Churches of Potter County” with drawings of all of the churches in the county.

Maxine was known for her great sense of humor. She was always forthright and honest but never hurtful. She offered encouragement to many and was an inspiration to all who knew her.

Maxine is survived by
- a daughter, Laurie (Randi Lawrence) Shear of Coudersport;
- a son, William (Noelle) Shear of Farmville, VA;
- a daughter-in-law, Mary Sue (Ben) Henszey of Beaver Cove, ME;
five grandchildren.,
- Thomas R. (Megan) Shear IV,
- Kate (Jeff Nunemaker) Hoover,
- Justin Shear,
- Katie (Andy) Meeker and
- Emma Wright;
five great-grandchildren, a niece and three nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, Maxine was preceded in death by a son, Thomas R. Shear III.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm at the First United Presbyterian Church, 402 North Main Street, Coudersport with burial in Eulalia Cemetery, Coudersport.

Family suggest memorial contributions in Maxine’s name be made to; the First Presbyterian Church, 402 N. Main St., Coudersport, PA 16915, the Coudersport Public Library, 502 Park Ave., Coudersport, PA 16915, or the Potter County Artisan Center, 227N. Main St., Coudersport, PA 16915.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Maxine J. Shear, please visit our floral store.

Services
MEMORIAL SERVICE
Saturday
June 8, 2019
2:00 PM
First United Presbyterian Church-Coudersport
402 N. Main St.
Coudersport, PA 16915

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BIRTH 25 Sep 1944 Pennsylvania, USA
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One Bad Fire, A Tragic Drowning Mar Otherwise Quiet and Peaceful Year In County
January 4 - Denton Hill attracts 750 skiers over the weekend largest crowd since opening of the park.
Claude Knights and the Phillips of Coudersport both mourning the deaths of infant sons.
James N. Bachman is named president of the Northern Potter Jointure.
Eldon Grover home in Ulysses is scene of open house day after Christmas.
Dr. J. Irving Bentley recuperating from a broken hip.
Richard Moore, in jail since his September automobile accident which killed Alvy Harris, was placed on a one-year probation.
Coudersport Borough Council considers two applicants for position of treasurer recently vacated by Robert Heimel.
January 11 - An ice skating rink is being constructed in the courthouse square under the direction of Thomas Chitester.
Ralph Lomma of Scranton, manager of Denton Hill Ski Lodge, decried lack of "ski atmosphere" at a meeting of Denton Hill Recreation Association (DHRA), said "local attitude toward skiers must be rectified if we're to get skiers here."
A PTA committee is discussing raising of funds toward possibly bringing a foreign exchange student to the Coudersport school next year.
Mrs. John Duvall heads newly-elected slate of officers for Potter County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.
Over 1,000 food items were brought to the Rotary Club's annual Christmas theater party for Northern Tier Children's Home.
Fire levels home of John Walaski, 83.
January 18 A new column, "Skiing With Inda," makes its debut in this week's Enterprise.
Scranton Times reporter is named public relations man by the DHRA to promote Potter County's recreational facilities with special emphasis on skiing.
Twelve county students get State Homemaker degree at farm show.
A "Thank You, Community, Day" is being planned by Three Rivers Council Camp Fire Girls, marking the organization's golden jubilee.
Wally Constantine played dinner host to about 60 Falcon Squad members, cheerleaders and faculty members.
January 25 Sportsmen's organizations, game commission personnel and the Potter Enterprise game feeding program join forces in keeping wildlife alive during the heavy snow season.
W. Gale Lush, prominent Galeton businessman, succumbs to heart attack this morning.
Claim to fame department: An Enterprise photo is published In New York Times.
Northern Potter parents meet to protest elementary school consolidation which would concentrate the first three grades in Ulysses and grades four to six at Harrison Valley.
Four Shinglehouse firemen receive life membership awards:
Lawrence Washburn,
Tom Oles,
Merle Freeborn and
Clair Maxson.
February 1 PTA announces a panel discussion at next week's meeting will deal with the need for a public kindergarten in Coudersport.
Early medical history of Potter County is discussed by early medics' descendants at meeting of county historical society.
First Winter Carnival at Denton Hill Park set for Feb. 18 and 19.
Cleveland man who owns camp in Potter County sends $100 check for game feeding.
"Community Achievement Needs" discussed by panel in Ulysses, Richard Howe moderating, deals with promoting and building of that community.
Four Coudersport youths, all members of the Denton Hill ski patrol, will compete in Pennsylvania junior championship races at Laurel Mountain trip, financed by Ted Mauz, Galeton.
February 8 Coudersport student council is selling shares in the proposed foreign exchange student.
Mrs. George Olmsted, one of the county's oldest residents, dies at 97.
Cub Pack 33 's annual blue and gold dinner set for Feb. 23 at Coudersport Consistory.
Ulysses Boy Scout troop is reorganized. Charles Norwood is Scoutmaster,
Coudersport Borough Council is asked to attend Williamsport meeting to show why council had failed to comply with an earlier order calling for a schedule showing dates on which the borough proposed to take each step . toward construction of complete sewage treatment facilities.
February 15 Coudersport, bedecked in holiday trappings of banners, pennants aud gaily colored decorations for upcoming winter carnival, is setting for one of worst fires in recent history as Stephens Building on E. Second St. is gutted by flames. Galeton's volunteer firefighters in Coudersport when Thompson Lumber Mill catches fire at Galeton.
Funeral arrangements being made for W. Selby Jones, 70, Potter County surveyor who lived upstairs in Stephens building and who died during the fire of asphyxiation.
George Daniels, long-time co-publisher of The Potter Enterprise, is honored at party for his 90th birthday in home of daughter, Mrs. James S. Berger.
Huge tractor-trailor wraps itself around two or three Harrison Valley trees in $7700 accident; Eugene Bristol of Ulysses, the driver escapes with minor, injuries.
February 22 Winter carnival deenid a success in spite of warm-up in weather which melted much of the snow.
Potter County Grange representatives get together to discuss a diabetes detection clinic to be held in the spring.
John Duvall and Harold Fink announce candidacy for district attorney's job; Walter P. Wells announces for re-election as judge of Potter County Court of Common Pleas.
Plans for "moving day," when seventh to twelfth graders will transfer to the new junior-senior high in Coudersport are outlined at school board meeting.
Firemen institute "W. Selby Jones Memorial Fund" to buy oxygen masks.
Hugh H. Steele dies in Florida.
Business offices re-located because of the Stephens Building fire: county health department, Coudersport Production Credit and National Farm Loan, Lacher's Plumbing and Heating, Herrick Newspapers. Austin PTA undertakes to buy polio vaccine for first-graders.
March 1 Charles Cole, Coudersport multimillionaire dies in local hospital, bequeaths the county a fully-equipped, modern hospital.
Elk Lick Council, BSA, begins $200,000 fund drive to improve camping facilities.
Ray Goodrich introduces bill in Pa. House of Representatives that would return one-fourth of the proceeds from timber sales to the counties and school districts.
Coudersport Chamber of Commerce discusses erection of a "shell" building to attract new industry.
March 8 Representatives of the Committee for the Advancement of Education met with the local school board asking that these directors bring its case for a public kindergarten before next week's jointure meeting.

Roulette PTA honors "teachers of the month" Mrs. Joseph Knowlton and Mrs. William Blauvelt. Mrs. Edith Hancock named to the honor last month.

American Field Service chapter announces the $650 goal needed to bring a foreign exchange student horp Vins hpen exceeded by about $75.00 with a variety of fund-raising projects.
Snow melting fast on Denton Hill as area merchants plan for Easter and spring.
March 15 More than 500 persons attend PTA-snonsored Open house at Coudersport's new junior-senior high school.
About 365 petition county board of elections for a place on the spring primaries ballot.
Ernest Mosch, retiring Cubmaster of Pack 33. named "Scouter of the Year."
LeiiRtliy and sometimes stormy Coudersport Jointure Board session as school directors hear pros and cons of kindergarten proposal from equally divided crowd of 70.
J. Collins McSparran, state speaker's podium with Dr. Clarence Tinsman at Pomona Grange meeting in Ulvsses. Tinsman speaks on the diabetes detection clinic triggered by Sharon Grange.
March 22 Adam Mertsock family of Genesee loses all personal belongings in farm home fire.
Vegetable Growers hear of the need for county planning group in panel discussion at the courthouse.
Third of rabies clinics in county under the direction of Veterinarian Bill Mitchell is held in Shinglehouse with a total of 365 cats and dogs innoculated.
Ulysses Girl Scouts have tea marking birthday of Founder Lowe.
March 29 Brookland Broiler Farm belonging to Curtis Hostetter is leveled in $100,000 blaze.
Mrs. William Roberts, retiring Worthy Matron of Coudersport OES is honored at dinner by officers and choir.
Charter member Giles Hauber is honored at a dinner meeting of the Potter County Grange Mutual Fire Insurance Co. marking its 50th birthday, held at Sweden Valley Grange Hall.
Mrs. Carl McCloud is named president of New Century Club.
Leslie Field of Fishing Creek places first in 4-H talent show.
April 5 Coudersport Borough Council reverses a decision made last month to take over the operation of the swim pool it will remain with Mrs. Thomas Shear and her pool committee.
Charter members of Post 192, American Legion, will be honored at a dinner Saturday marking the post's 42nd anniversary. Nearly 70,000 trout have been stocked in county streams in preparation for the fishing season.
Coudersport Chamber of Commerce in the midst of a tree and shrubbery planting program.
Fifth annual presentation of the Crucifixion Story by the Coudersport Consistory greeted by capacity crowds at both performances.
April 12 Jack Happel, 24, dies in blaze which levels his one-story home along the East Fork.
Black Forest Conservation Association announces its sponsorship of a "mall fry" trout stream for kids under 14.
Coudersport Jointure Board tables kindergarten proposal for one year.
Austin Industrial Development Corp. is presented charter and articles of incorporation, aim to encourage present industry and seek new industry for the community.
Cancer kick-off dinner held in Northern Potter cafeteria. (eoiitinurd next wrek) 4
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[S2520] thomasfickinger.com/obituary/, Maxine J. Shear November 8, 1916 ~ February 1, 2019 (age 102) Obituary- a long-time resident of Coudersport, passed away at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport, Friday, February 1, 2019.
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Maxine J. Shear
November 8, 1916 ~ February 1, 2019 (age 102)

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Obituary
Maxine J. Shear, 102, a long-time resident of Coudersport, passed away at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport, Friday, February 1, 2019.

Maxine was born on November 8, 1916 in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of the late Laurent D. and Marie G. (Kohler) Johnston. She was the wife of the late Thomas R. Shear II, who preceded her in death in January of 1987.

She was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1934 and attended Albright-Knox Art School, Buffalo. She was a homemaker, an artist, and a community activist.

Maxine was a very active member of the First Presbyterian Church, Coudersport and served as an Elder and was one of the first female deacons. She was a member of the Eulalia Chapter #148 Order of the Eastern Star, the Coudersport Historical Society, Coudersport Golf Club and was a former member of the Coudersport Area Chamber of Commerce, serving on the Recreation Board. Maxine was an active member of the New Century Club, and designed 24 Christmas balls depicting local landmarks as a yearly fundraiser. Maxine spent many years participating in local theater groups, painting scenery and portraying characters, such as Mammy Yokum and Marlene Dietrich.

She also served as a volunteer for Cole Memorial Hospital where she started the original hospital gift shop and volunteered at Long Term Care. She also managed the Coudersport Ice Mine Gift Shop for several years when her husband's family owned it. One of Maxine's longest lasting legacies is the Coudersport Town Pool, as she was the driving force behind the fundraising efforts to build the original pool in the late 1950s. She prided herself on taking the inaugural swim in the pool when it was opened in 1959, and managed it for many years.

As part of her work as an artist, Maxine created over 650 pen and ink drawings of local buildings and private homes in the area. At age 98, she published the book “Churches of Potter County” with drawings of all of the churches in the county.

Maxine was known for her great sense of humor. She was always forthright and honest but never hurtful. She offered encouragement to many and was an inspiration to all who knew her.

Maxine is survived by
- a daughter, Laurie (Randi Lawrence) Shear of Coudersport;
- a son, William (Noelle) Shear of Farmville, VA;
- a daughter-in-law, Mary Sue (Ben) Henszey of Beaver Cove, ME;
five grandchildren.,
- Thomas R. (Megan) Shear IV,
- Kate (Jeff Nunemaker) Hoover,
- Justin Shear,
- Katie (Andy) Meeker and
- Emma Wright;
five great-grandchildren, a niece and three nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, Maxine was preceded in death by
- a son, Thomas R. Shear III.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm at the First United Presbyterian Church, 402 North Main Street, Coudersport with
- burial in Eulalia Cemetery, Coudersport.

Family suggest memorial contributions in Maxine’s name be made to; the First Presbyterian Church, 402 N. Main St., Coudersport, PA 16915, the Coudersport Public Library, 502 Park Ave., Coudersport, PA 16915, or the Potter County Artisan Center, 227N. Main St., Coudersport, PA 16915.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Maxine J. Shear, please visit our floral store.

Services
MEMORIAL SERVICE
Saturday
June 8, 2019
2:00 PM
First United Presbyterian Church-Coudersport
402 N. Main St.
Coudersport, PA 16915

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Maxine J. Shear
November 8, 1916 ~ February 1, 2019 (age 102)

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Maxine J. Shear, 102, a long-time resident of Coudersport, passed away at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport, Friday, February 1, 2019.

Maxine was born on November…

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Name: Thomas Ridpath Shear
Gender: Male
Race: White
Age: 26
Relationship to Draftee:Self (Head)
Birth Place: Coudersport, Pennsylvania, USA
Birth Date: 27 Oct 1913
Residence Place: Dwight ST
Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania
Registration Date: 1940
Employer: William Shear
Weight: 150
Complexion: Light
Eye Color: Blue
Hair Color: Brown
Height: 5 9
Next of Kin: Maxine Kohler Shear
Household Members:
Name Relationship
Thomas Ridpath Shear Self (Head)
Maxine Kohler Shear Wife

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The National Archives in St. Louis, Missouri; St. Louis, Missouri; Record Group: Records of the Selective Service System, 147; Box: 2272
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Thomas Ridpath Shear in the U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947
U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947
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Name: Thomas Ridpath Shear
Gender: Male
Race: White
Age: 26
Relationship to Draftee:Self (Head)
Birth Place: Coudersport, Pennsylvania, USA
Birth Date: 27 Oct 1913
Residence…

[S2507] Ancestry.com, Newspapers.com Marriage Index, 1800s-1999, (Name: Ancestry.com Operations Inc; Location: Lehi, UT, USA; Date: 2020;), The Potter Enterprise; Publication Date: 11/ Jun/ 1969; Publication Place: Coudersport, Pennsylvania, USA; URL: https://www.newspapers.com/image/291918631/?article=309f5cae-cc12-45c2-86de-8b1cd915878c&focus=0.5062154,0.23812693,0.6245665,0.4816762&xid=3398.
Record for Mr. Thomas Ridpath Shear III (15) facts
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Record for Miss Mary Sue Ford (17) facts ............. (23)
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Married, Thos R Shear III & Mary Sue Ford June 7 1969 Grove City; Patty Yentzer Perigo...
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Coudersport, Pennsylvania
11 Jun 1969, Wed • Page 3
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Miss Mary Sue Ford, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Adam Ford of Kirkwood, Mo. and Thomas Ridpath Shear, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R.. Shear of Coudersport, were united in marriage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday June 7, in Fithian Chapel, First Presbyterian Church,. Grove City. The Rev. Dr. Dwight H. Gutherie performed the double-ring ceremony.
For her wedding gown the bride chose a white crepe, A-line, long-sleeved dress featuring 19th century family heirloom lace at the bodice and high, fitted neckline, and matching lace inset in sleeve. The dress was designed and made by the bride. Her accessories were her maternal grandmother's engagement locket and she carried her greatgrandmother's handkerchief. The bride's headpiece was a small white crepe and matching lace appliqued multiple bow.
Mr. and Mrs. Shear will live at 33 Central St:, Wellsboro.
Mrs. Shear received her B.S. degree in education at the Illinois State University. She is an elementary art teacher in Mansfield, Northern Tioga School Distrct.
Mr. Shear received his B.A. degree in psychology at Grove City, his M. A. in psychology at Illinois State University. He is school psychologist for Potter and Tioga Counties.
The bride was honored at a shower given by Mrs. Brue L. Wallace of Normal, Ill.

Visit Daughter And New Baby At New York Hospital
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Yentzer and son,- Rodney,- Darnell Cook's two children, Mrs. Florence Buchanan and Mrs. Hazel Yentzer visited the Yentzer's daughter, Mrs. Patricia Perigo of Portland, N.Y., Sunday June 8. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Perigo Jr. became the parents of a six-pound, ten-ounce daughter, Michelle Lee, born Saturday, June 7, in Portland Hospital. Paternal grandparents' are Mr. and Mrs. Edward Perigo of Rock Stream, N.Y.

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[S1134] Ancestry.com, Pennsylvania, Marriages, 1852-1968, (Name: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc.; Location: Lehi, UT, USA; Date: 2016;), * Johnston - Kohler.
Record for Laurence D. Johnston (12) facts
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Record for Marie G. Kohler (12) facts ...... (17)

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Lawrence Or Laurence D. Johnston in the Pennsylvania, U.S., Marriages, 1852-1968
- License & Marriage -
Name: Laurence D. Johnston
Gender: Male
Age: 22y
Birth: abt 1893
Coudersport
his occ: fireman
his res: Buffalo, NY
Marriage: 24 Feb 1915
Ridgway, Elk, Pennsylvania, USA
Father: James Johnston
born: Delhigh, NY
retired
Mother: Mary E. Calkins
born: Bonnie Hill, NY
Spouse: Marie G. Kohler
Film Number: 001288684
Name: Marie G. Kohler
Gender: Female
Age: 21y 1m 8d
Birth: abt 1894
Johnsonburg, PA
her occ: housekeeper
her res: Johnsonburg, PA
Father: Peter Kohler
born: Germany
dead
Mother: Henrietta Younger
born: Germany
her occ: housekeeper
Johnsonburg, PA
Spouse: Lawrence Or Laurence D. Johnston
Film Number: 001288684

Source Information
Ancestry.com. Pennsylvania, U.S., Marriages, 1852-1968 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2016.
Original data: Marriage Records. Pennsylvania Marriages. Various County Register of Wills Offices, Pennsylvania.

PA Marriages - Laurent D & Mary E Johnston.jpg
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Lawrence Or Laurence D. Johnston in the Pennsylvania, U.S., Marriages, 1852-1968
- License & Marriage -
Name: Laurence D. Johnston
Gender: Male
Age: 22y
Birth: abt 1893
Coudersport
his occ: fireman
his res: Buffalo, NY
Marriage: 24 Feb 1915
Ridgway, Elk, Pennsylvania, USA
Father: James Johnston
born: Delhigh, NY
retired
Mother: Mary…

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