Obituary: Charles E. “J.R.” BACH, Jr., 82, of Galeton, PA

Charles E. “J.R.” BACH, Jr., 82, of Galeton, PA, died Friday, December 13, 2024 in Sena-Kean Manor, Smethport.  Born April 12, 1942, in Johnstown, he was the son of Charles E. and Clara May Burkhart Bach.  On October 22, 1988, in the First United Presbyterian Church, Coudersport, he married Joy Conable, who survives.  A 1960 graduate of Johnstown Central High School, he served honorably with the U.S. Army from 1960 – 1964.  He attended Robert Morris Junior College and earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in psychology from the University of Iowa, where he played on the football team.  He was employed by the PA Fish Commission, Potter County Children and Youth, and was the Vice President of Human Service Providers in Mansfield.  J.R. served on the Potter County Board of Commissioners, Galeton Area School Board, and Cole Hospital Authority.  He was a member of the Galeton and Ulysses Masonic Lodges and the American Legion.  Surviving besides his wife, Joy, are: a daughter, Emily Bach (Cody) Voorhees of Trout Run; a sister, Judith Grimes of Donegal; and three nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother-in-law, Russ Grimes.  Friends may call Friday, December 20, 2024 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Pine Creek Valley Church, 761 Route 6, Gaines, PA, and on Saturday, December 21, 2024 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 12:00 PM.  Rev. Scott Ogden will officiate.  Military Rites will be accorded by members of the Potter County Honor Guard.  Memorials may be made to Hillsdale College, 33 E. College St., Hillsdale, MI 49242 or online at www.hillsdale.edu.  Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.