Potter County PA

Biographical Sketch of Joseph Sherman Van De Boe

Joseph Sherman Van De Boe, born January 20, 1859, in Cooperstown, New York, had a diverse career in real estate. He started working at age 12, eventually managing a drug company and pursuing further education at Eastman Business College and Williston Seminary. After various business ventures, he became a general manager in a Boston real estate firm before relocating to Buffalo and then Cleveland. He founded his own company, laying out multiple subdivisions, and was active in local organizations and Masonry.

Curteman, Beatrice A. – Obituary

Beatrice A. Curteman, aged 81, passed away on Friday at St. Elizabeth Health Care Center in Baker. A funeral service was held at Daniels Valley Funeral Chapel, with burial at Grandview Cemetery. Born on July 22, 1906, in Pennsylvania, she grew up in Wallowa County and later married Carl Curteman in 1929. She is survived by her daughter, son-in-law, stepchildren, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Beatrice was active in the Cove Methodist Church and enjoyed crafts. Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or a charity of choice.

Biographical Sketch of John Rowlee Fausey

John Rowlee Fausey, born March 19, 1870, in Elmira, New York, dedicated his career to enhancing public education in Massachusetts, particularly in Springfield and West Springfield. After receiving his education from Genessee Wesleyan Seminary and Syracuse University, he began teaching in various roles in Pennsylvania and Connecticut before becoming principal of Howard Street School in Springfield in 1906. Fausey later served as superintendent in West Springfield and Winchester, returning to West Springfield in 1923. He married Lena May Corbin in 1899.