Smethport, Pennsylvania
SMETHPORT - Chester J. "Shay" Tanner II, 74, of Smethport passed away Tuesday (June 17, 2025) at his residence. He was born Sept. 11, 1950, in Bradford, the son of Chester J. Sr. and Viola L. (Victor) Tanner. On Jan. 16, 1971, in Coryville, he married Sally A. Fowler, who survives. Shay was a...
Read MoreShay was one of the best Equipment Operators PennDOT had in the 1980s and 90s he was the most proficient with the excavator and being able to resolve drainage issues Shay´s years of farming experience reflected in the way he cared for equipment his job responsibilities and his fellow workers.
Ron
June 19, 2025 | Work
Our hearts go out to Sally and the family. Shay always had a big smile for you whenever he saw you. He will be greatly missed. Love to all of you and our condolences.
Janice Foster and Tom
June 19, 2025 | Family
