BLAIR COUNTY, PA - OBITUARIES, "Altoona Mirror," AUGUST 11-21, 1999 From the Altoona Mirror, Altoona, PA. Full text of obituaries courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Typed and submitted for use in the USGenWeb Archives by: Stephanie Lee looking4boggs@hotmail.com ************************************************************************ USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. ************************************************************************ INDEX Amalfitano, Thomas V. August 19, 1999, A13. Batrus, Lois (Wright) August 14, 1999, A11. Bezilla, Mary H. (Yebernetsky) August 17, 1999, A5. Bonsell, Douglas I. August 20, 1999, A9. Bonsell, Douglas I. August 21, 1999, A9. Breth, John J. August 18, 1999, A11. Breth, John J. August 19, 1999, A13. Butler, Barry L. August 13, 1999, A9. Butler, Barry L. August 14, 1999, A11. Campbell, James B. August 19, 1999, A13. Carson, Thelma R. (Laird) August 15, 1999, A9. Chverchko-Hoover, Dorothy (Durbin) August 12, 1999, A11. Civiello, Mary M. August 19, 1999, A13. Civiello, Mary M. "Aunt Bid" (Wolfe) August 20, 1999, A9. Clabaugh, William J. August 20, 1999, A9. Clabaugh, William J. August 21, 1999, A9. Claycomb, Mary K. (Dibert) August 20, 1999, A9. Conrad, Earl E. August 17, 1999, A5. Cooper, D. Louise (Lewis) August 16, 1999, A7. Davis, Geraldine O. (Over) August 16, 1999, A7. Dean, Lola August 13, 1999, A9. Dean, Lola (Lear) August 14, 1999, A11. Deffibaugh, Priscilla (Finnegan) August 13, 1999, A9. Degyansky, Milan E. August 12, 1999, A11. Dickey, Viola P. "Cuddles" (Freeth) August 12, 1999, A11. Fishell, Donald E. August 15, 1999, A9. Fishell, Donald E. August 16, 1999, A7. Foster, Sue E. August 20, 1999, A9. Foster, Sue E. (Diehl) August 21, 1999, A9. Garman, Marguerite J. August 15, 1999, A9. Garman, Marguerite J. (Bricker) August 16, 1999, A7. Gerhart, Peter A. August 15, 1999, A9. Gerhart, Peter A. August 16, 1999, A7. Glass, Joan F. (Emory) August 20, 1999, A9. Gunsallus, Rhoda M. (Miller) August 12, 1999, A11. Heaton, Frances V. (Musselman) August 20, 1999, A9. Heintal, Charles J. August 16, 1999, A7. Hill, John August 12, 1999, A11. Hopkins, Leonard J. August 18, 1999, A11. Howsare, Donald R. II August 16, 1999, A7. Howsare, Donald R. II August 17, 1999, A5. Katzen, Dorothy August 13, 1999, A9. Katzen, Dorothy "Deci" August 12, 1999, A11. Lato, Helen (Klem) August 12, 1999, A11. Lauer, Murray S. "Dutch" Jr. August 21, 1999, A9. Leslie, Marvin C. August 17, 1999, A5. Leslie, Marvin C. August 18, 1999, A11. Maidl, Mary W. (Koehle) August 14, 1999, A11. May, Ethel J. (Thomas) August 16, 1999, A7. May, Ethel J. (Thomas) August 18, 1999, A11. McIntyre, Everett M. August 14, 1999, A11. McIntyre, Everett M. August 15, 1999, A9. McPherson, Ruth (Gutshall) August 19, 1999, A13. Meckley, Alice A. August 13, 1999, A9. Michael, Rev. Mark B. August 18, 1999, A11. Miller, John O. August 21, 1999, A9. Miller, Woodrow W. "Roy" August 15, 1999, A9. Miller, Woodrow W. "Roy" August 16, 1999, A7. Morrissey, John F. August 17, 1999, A5. Moyer, Grace A. (Mooney) August 13, 1999, A9. Nash, Dorothea M. "Dot" (Graham) August 12, 1999, A11. Peck, William L. Sr. August 20, 1999, A9. Quarry, Mary C. August 15, 1999, A9. Quarry, Mary C. (Green) August 16, 1999, A7. Redinger, Robert M. August 21, 1999, A9. Riley, Gloria M. (Zimmerman) August 15, 1999, A9. Rinier, Ruth (Mock) August 15, 1999, A9. Risban, Helen August 13, 1999, A9. Risban, Helen (Watt) August 14, 1999, A11. Shawley, James H. August 16, 1999, A7. Shoenfelt, Verna I. August 20, 1999, A9. Shuta, Isabelle A. (David) August 17, 1999, A5. Stemerick, Mary A. August 17, 1999, A5. Swaney, Betty M. (Garland) August 19, 1999, A13. Taylor, Richard D. August 11, 1999, A11. Taylor, Richard D. August 13, 1999, A9. Thomas, Louise "June" (Sybert) August 14, 1999, A11. Volk, Marie August 11, 1999, A11. Wess, Elmer J. August 15, 1999, A9. Wicks, Patricia A. (Wall) August 11, 1999, A11. Williams, James L. August 14, 1999, A11. Zembower, Pearl M. (Bailey) August 11, 1999, A11. Patricia Ann Wicks (photo) Patricia Ann Wicks, 76, 325 Blair Street, Bellwood, died Tuesday morning, August 10, 1999, at Altoona Hospital. She was born March 12, 1923, in York, the daughter of the late Hugh and Esther Mae (Graham) Wall. She married Jerome E. Wicks March 25, 1942, in Winchester, VA. Mrs. Wicks was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Bellwood. She retired as an assembler from Veeder Root Company in Altoona with 15 years of service. During World War II, she was employed at Middletown Air Base. Mrs. Wicks was a 1942 graduate of Altoona Area High School. She enjoyed sewing, knitting and traveling. Surviving are her husband; three sons: Barry E. of San Jose, CA, Bruce E. of Bellwood and Stephen D. of Hollidaysburg; a sister, Cindy Siroky of San Francisco; a brother, Richard Wall of San Francisco; 11 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Jon C. Russin Funeral Home, Bellwood. WICKS- Services for Patricia Ann Wicks, 325 Blair Street. Bellwood, will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Jon C. Russin Funeral Home, Bellwood, with the Rev. Robert J. Kennedy officiating. Interment will be at Blair Memorial Park, Antis Township, Bellwood. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Mrs. Wicks also is survived by an aunt, Jean Emery of Mifflinburg. Altoona Mirror, August 11,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Pearl M. Zembower Pearl M. Zembower, 90, Beverly Heathcare Hillview, Altoona, formerly of Hollidaysburg RD 4, died Tuesday morning, August 10, 1999, at the center. She was born March 1, 1909, in Hollidaysburg, the daughter of Edgar and Elsie (Hainsey) Bailey. She married Randall C. Zembower October 19, 1931, in Hollidaysburg. He died February 6, 1977. Mrs. Zembower was a member of the Hollidaysburg Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and cooking. Surviving are two daughters: Olive A. Eicher of Queen and Connie R. Norris of Hollidaysburg RD 4; three sons: Curtis A., Kermit D. and King A., all of Claysburg; a sister, Cleona Stover of Tyrone RD 1; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Mrs. Zembower was preceded in death by a son, Roger E. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring Spring. ZEMBOWER- Funeral services for Pearl M. Zembower of Beverly Healthcare Hillview, formerly of Hollidaysburg RD 4, will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring Spring, with James G. Finochio officiating. Interment will be at Dry Hill Cemetery, Woodbury. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Mrs. Zembower was preceded in death by four brothers: Elwood, Lemon, King and Howard; and by three sisters: Arbutus, Alphia and Olive. Altoona Mirror, August 11,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Memorial: Samuel Miller - August 11, 1989. Richard D. Taylor Richard D. Taylor, 59, H2 Maple Hollow Townhouse, Duncansville, died Tuesday, August 10, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital. He was born March 6, 1940, in Orange, FL, the son of Robert and Rubbye (Coursey) Taylor. He married Diana Tracy May 21, 1983, in Northport, NY. Mr. Taylor was the general manager for The Antique Depot, Duncansville. He was a Navy veteran. Mr. Taylor enjoyed antiques and woodworking. Surviving are a daughter, Kami of Key Largo, FL; a son, Keith of Modena; a brother, Robert of Lemmore, CA; and five grandchildren. There will be no public viewing. Arrangements made by Jones Funeral Home. TAYLOR- Richard D. Taylor, H2 Maple Hollow Townhouse, Duncansville, is survived by grandchildren: Tim Bowen, Autumn and Justine Eltringham, and Katie and Michael Wooleyhan. There will be no public viewing. Arrangements made by Jones Funeral Home, 1222 13th Avenue. Altoona Mirror, August 11,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Marie Volk Marie Volk, 86, 405 Magee Avenue, Patton, died Monday, August 9, 1999, at her home. She was born January 24, 1913, in Liverpool, England. Mrs. Volk was a member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Patton. She was a housekeeper for many area priests, having worked in St. Lawrence and in St. Thomas in Ashville. Mrs. Volk enjoyed reading, playing cards and crocheting. She was a member of Irish Catholic Benevolent Union and of Legion of Mary, where she served as historian. Surviving are two daughters: Alice Volk and Joan Volk Hauret; two sons: Larry and Jerry; a sister, Pauline Perry of Belmont, MA; 11 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Wednesday at Stevens Funeral Homes Inc., Patton. Altoona Mirror, August 11,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Rhoda M. Gunsallus Rhoda M. Gunsallus, 80, 337 S. Second Street, Bellwood, died Wednesday afternoon, August 11, 1999, at Altoona Hospital. She was born March 20, 1919, in Alliance, OH, the daughter of the late Jesse Dayton and Margaret (Davis) Miller. She married Byron E. Gunsallus April 12, 1939, in Bellfonte. Mrs. Gunsallus was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. She retired as a cafeteria worker from Bellwood-Antis School District. Mrs. Gunsallus was a member of Order of Eastern Star, Tyrone Chapter. Surviving are her husband; a daughter, Rhonda R. Peoples of Hollidaysburg; three sons: Byron E. Jr. of Harrisburg, Dayton R. of Bellwood and Timothy L. of Altoona; a brother, Gerald of Orlando, FL; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. There will be no public viewing. Arrangements by Jon C. Russin Funeral Home, Bellwood. GUNSALLUS- Services for Rhoda M. Gunsallus, 337 S. Second Street, Bellwood, will be private and held at the convenience of the family at Jon C. Russin Funeral Home, Bellwood, with the Rev. Robert J. Kennedy officiating. Interment will be at Blair Memorial Park, Antis Township. Expressions of sympathy in Rhoda's memory may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, Bellwood, PA 16617. Altoona Mirror, August 12,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Dorothy Chverchko-Hoover Dorothy Chverchko-Hoover, 85, HAIDA Manor, Hastings, formerly of 408 Magee Avenue, Patton, died Tuesday, August 10, 1999, at Miners Hospital, Spangler. She was born June, 29, 1914, in Wellsboro, OH, the daughter of Blair and Gertrude (Chirdon) Durbin. She was twice married. First she married Andrew Chverchko April 17, 1932. He died June 26, 1977. She then married Charles E. Hoover December 27, 1980. He died January 5, 1992. Mrs. Chverchko-Hoover was a member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Patton. She enjoyed sewing. She was a member of Legion of Mary Irish Catholic Benevolent Union. Surviving are five daughters: Laverne Hoover and Carole Spacht, both of Patton, Joyce Knotts of Ebensburg, Beverly Shields of Heilwood and Mary Fields of Roaring Spring; three sons: Andrew Jr. of Painesville, OH, Victor of Nicktown and Jerry of Richland; two sisters: Germaine Risban and Deanna Lundberk both of Cresson; a brother, Blair of Cresson; 19 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Stevens Funeral Home Inc., Patton. Altoona Mirror, August 12,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Viola P. 'Cuddles' Dickey (photo) Viola P. "Cuddles" Dickey, 75, 243 Westland Drive, Greensburg, formerly of Altoona, died Wednesday morning, August 11, 1999, at her residence. She was born May 16, 1924, in Detroit, the daughter of Thomas W. and Lily Rose (Wells) Freeth. She married William R. Dickey Sr. August 24, 1945, in Brussels, Belgium. He died October 12, 1975. Mrs. Dickey was a member of Fairview United Methodist Church. She was a 1940 graduate of Peckem Road High School in Birmingham, England. Mrs. Dickey served as a telephone operator in the Women's Army Corps, 3341st Signal Battalion from 1944 to 1945 in the European, African and Middle Eastern theaters of combat where she attained the rank of tech 5 sergeant. She enjoyed knitting, reading and dancing. Surviving are three daughters: Leslie P. Hayden of Lansing, MI, Lynn M. Wilcosky, with whom she resided, and Sharon L. of Altoona; two sons: William R. Jr. of Hollidaysburg and Thomas M. of Altoona; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 6 to 9 p.m. today and 9 to 10 a.m. Friday at Mauk & Yates Funeral Home, Juniata. DICKEY- Funeral Services for Viola P. "Cuddles" Dickey, 243 Westland Drive, Greensburg, formerly of Altoona, will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at Mauk & Yates Funeral Home, Juniata with the Rev. Michael Leedom officiating. Interment will be at Alto-Reste Park. Friends will be received from 6 to 9 p.m. today and 9 to 10 a.m. Friday at Mauk & Yates Funeral Home. Military honors will be given following graveside committal services. Mrs. Dickey is also survived by several nieces and nephews in England. She was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Freeth, and a sister, Doris Hutchinson. Altoona Mirror, August 12,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Memorial: James (Jim) G. Rooney - July 18, 1931 - August 8, 1998. Helen Lato Helen Lato, 78, Ashville, died Tuesday August 10, 1999, at Altoona Hospital. She was born December 23, 1920, in Ashville, the daughter of the late Wasko and Catherine (Orlosky) Klem. She married Frank Lato June 19, 1941, at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Ashville. Mrs. Lato was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church, where she sang in the church choir. She was a member of Ashville Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary, the Catholic Daughters of America and the Altar Rosary Society. Surviving are her husband; three daughters: Frances Binduga of Altoona, Carol Burrell of Spartanburg, SC, and Christine Myers of Ashville; a son, Richard of Chest Springs; a sister, Mary Beunier of Patton; 10 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Gibbons Funeral Home, Ashville. LATO- A funeral Mass for Helen Lato of Ashville will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Ashville with the Rev. James Bunn as celebrant. Committal will be at St. Thomas Cemetery, Ashville. A vigil service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, followed by a memorial service conducted by the Ashville VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Mrs. Lato was preceded in death by three brothers: Charles, John and Joseph, and by two sisters: Julia Herbert and Anna Loparo. She is also survived by her husband of 58 years, Frank; a nephew, Tim Mayes of Clearfield; three sons-in-law: John Binduge, Dean Burrell and Tom Myers; and by a daughter-in-law, Cathy (Eckenrode) Lato. Altoona Mirror, August 12,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Dorothea 'Dot' Nash Dorothea "Dot" Nash, 73, 1173 Skyline Drive, Blandburg, died Wednesday evening, August 11, 1999, at her residence, following a lengthy illness. She was born January 11, 1926, in Thompsontown, Juniata County, the daughter of the late Leo M. and Estella A. (Moyer) Graham. She married Thomas A. Nash June 1, 1944, in Bellwood. Mrs. Nash was a member of Hollentown Assembly of God. She retired as an assembler from the former Sylvania Electric Co., after 14 years of service. She was a 1943 graduate of Bellwood-Antis High School. Mrs. Nash was vice president of the Reade Township Senior Citizens. Surviving are her husband; a daughter, Judith C. Dieterle of Williamsport; a son, Thomas D. of Blandburg; eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; and two brothers: Gerald W. of Bellwood and Kenneth of Las Vegas. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at McQuown Funeral Home and 12 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Hollentown Assembly of God Church. NASH- Services for Dorothea M. Nash, 1173 Skyline Drive, will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Hollentown Assembly of God Church, with the Rev. David Hammerle officiating. Interment will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Glasgow. Friends will be received from 2 to 4o and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at McQuown Funeral Home and 12 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Hollentown Assembly of God Church. She is also survived by a son-in-law, Charles, and a daughter-in-law, Nancy. She was preceded in death by five brothers: James, Earl, Samuel, Robert and Richard. Altoona Mirror, August 12,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. John Hill (photo) John Hill, 92, the Presbyterian Home at Hollidaysburg, formerly of Altoona, died Wednesday, August 11, 1999, at the home. He was born June 17, 1907, in Altoona, the son of the late Michael Dillon and Amy E. (Bush) Hill. He married Jane Josephine Schmidt June 11, 1935. She died November 3, 1966. Mr. Hill was a real estate agent and established John Hill and Associates. Previously he was a real estate supervisor for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. He was a graduate of Altoona High School and attended Juniata College and the University of Maryland. He was given an award by the New York Times for Excellence in real estate advertising in 1947. He was recognized by the Blair County Board of Realtors and received a testimonial of appreciation in 1991. Mr. Hill enjoyed literature, sports and hiking. Surviving are a son, Jack of Los Angeles; three daughters: Rebekah Evey and Suzanne Egan Glenn, both of Hollidaysburg, and Priscilla Daniell of Erie; 10 grand children; and six great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at The Stevens Mortuary Inc. HILL- The funeral of John Hill, the Presbyterian Home at Hollidaysburg, formerly of Altoona, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at The Stevens Memorial Chapel, with the Rev. James M. Fleming officiating. Interment will be at Alto-Reste Park. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at The Stevens Mortuary Inc. Mr. Hill is survived by 10 grandchildren: John Hill III of Los Angeles, Karen Pffefer, Suzanne Swope and Matthew Evey of Hollidaysburg, Beth Young of Nashville, TN, Robert Egan of Altoona, Emily and Adam Daniell of Leverett, MA, and Zachary and Jesse Daniell of Erie. Mr. Hill was former president of Blair and Cambria County board of realtors, served on the Board of Directors of Reliance Savings Bank, Central Penn National Bank, Altoona Chamber of Commerce and the Plank Road Businessman's Association. Mr. Hill also served on the Board of Directors at the Altoona and State YMCA, the Fairview Cemetery and the Juniata College Alumni Association. He served two terms on the Altoona School Board. He was a member of Spruce Creek Rod and Gun Club, PTA, the Mayor's Advisory Committee, the Blair County Historical Society, the Blairmont Club, the Park Hills Country Club, the Park Hills Country Club, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of Johnstown, the Blair County Game, Fish and Forestry Association and the Jaffa Shrine. Mr. Hill also had a lifetime interest in language and poetry. Altoona Mirror, August 12,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Funeral Notice MILAN E. DEGYANSKY- A public memorial service for Milan E. Degyansky, Statesboro, formerly of Altoona, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 14, 1999, at Fairview United Methodist Church. Mr. Degyansky was a member for of Hiram Lodge, Valley of Altoona and Jaffa Shrine. Altoona Mirror, August 12,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Dorothy 'Deci' Katzen Dorothy "Deci" Katzen, 83, 155 W. Washington Lane, Apartment M5, Jenkintown, formerly of Altoona, died Monday August 9, 1999, at Abington Memorial Hospital, Abington, following a brief illness. Arrangements made by E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home Inc. Altoona Mirror, August 12,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Wicks correction Patricia Ann Wicks who died Tuesday morning, August 10 was married April 25, 1942. The date was printed incorrectly because of a Mirror clerical error. Grace A. Moyer Grace A. Moyer, 89, the Presbyterian Home at Hollidaysburg, formerly of Valley Avenue and 58th Street, died Wednesday, August 11, 1999, at the home, following an extended illness. She was born July 28, 1910, in Snow Shoe, the daughter of Mark Dennis and Lillian F. (Rown) Mooney. She married Clarence L. Moyer November 21, 1927, in Cumberland, MD. He died May 31, 1981. Mrs. Moyer was a member of Schum Memorial United Methodist Church, where she previously taught Sunday school. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Moyer enjoyed reading, needlework and gardening. She was a charter member of the women's auxiliary of the Kittanning Trail Volunteer Fire Company for 50 years. Surviving are three daughters: Margaret Ruegg of Huntingdon, Alice Gallice of Tyrone and "Kitty" E. Moyer of Ashville; a son, Thomas E. of Altoona; a sister, Ethel M. Vaughn of the Presbyterian Home at Hollidaysburg; 15 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Clarence L. Jr. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at Good Funeral Home Inc., Alto-Reste Park. MOYER- Funeral service for Grace A. Moyer, the Presbyterian Home at Hollidaysburg, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Good Funeral Home Inc., located at Alto-Reste Park, with Pastor Beth McCloskey officiating. Interment will be made at Alto-Reste Park. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 10 a.m. until the time of services Saturday at the Good Funeral Home Inc. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Schum United Methodist Church of Kittanning Trail Ladies Auxiliary at Poland Avenue and 58th Street, Altoona. Altoona Mirror, August 13,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Priscilla Deffibaugh Priscilla Deffibaugh, 96, Donahue Manor, Bedford, formerly of Sproul, died Thursday morning, August 12, 1999, at the home, following a lengthy illness. She was born September 14, 1902, in Bedford County, the daughter of the late Harry and Mary Finnegan. She married James Frank Deffibaugh. He died May 25, 1970. Mrs. Deffibaugh attended the Sproul Union Church. Surviving are two daughters: Betty Raupach of Claysburg RR 1 and Shirley Finnegan of Imler; 13 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Charles, in 1988, and a daughter, Annie Gates, in 1998. There will be no public visitation. Arrangements by Leslie Funeral Home, Claysburg. DEFFIBAUGH- Funeral services for Priscilla Deffibaugh of Donahue Manor, BEdford, formerly of Sproul, will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be at Sproul Union Cemetery. Arrangements by Leslie Funeral Home, Claysburg. Altoona Mirror, August 13,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Barry L. Butler Barry L. Butler, 36, Box 194, Kingsley RR 2, formerly of Martinsburg, died Wednesday evening, August 11, 1999, in Brooklyn Township, Kingsley, as the result of an auto accident. Arrangements by John C. Bolger Funeral Home, Martinsburg. Altoona Mirror, August 13,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Helen Risban Helen Risban, 77, Kid Long Road, Gallitzin, died Thursday August, 12, 1999, at her residence. Arrangements by Gibbons Funeral Home, Ashville. Altoona Mirror, August 13,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Dorothy "Deci" Katzen Dorothy "Deci" Katzen, 83, 155 W. Washington Lane, Apartment M5, Jenkintown, formerly of Altoona, died Monday evening, August 9, 1999, at Abington Memorial Hospital, Abington, following a brief illness. She was born June 30, 1916, in Altoona, the daughter of Samuel and Rebecca Katzen. Miss Katzen retired in 1989 as a ladies dress store owner in Jenkintown that she owned with her sister. During World War II, she was a dental hygienist at Indiantown Gap Military Reservation. She was a graduate of Altoona High School and attended Temple University. Surviving are a sister, Allyson Epstein of Philadelphia; a brother, Harry of Berkeley, CA; and numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no public visitation. Arrangements by E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home Inc. KATZEN- A graveside service for Dorothy "Deci" Katzen, 155 W. Washington Lane, Apartment M5, Jenkintown, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, August 15, 1999, at Agudath Achim Cemetery, with Rabbi Gary L. Atkins officiating. There will be no public visitation. Arrangements by E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home Inc. In remembrance of Dorothy Katzen, those who wish may make memorial contributions to Agudath Achim Congregation. Miss Katzen was the youngest of 11 children. She was preceded in death by six sisters: Sarah Caze, Anna Paikin, Lena Katzen Rose Meil, Ida Katzen and Sonia Sky; and two brothers: Wolf Katzen and Max Katzen. Altoona Mirror, August 13,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Alice A. Meckley Alice A. Meckley, 73, 1322 Old Forge Road, Niles, Ohio, formerly of Altoona, died Saturday morning, August 7, 1999, at St. Joseph Health Center Eastland, Warren, Ohio, following liver failure. She was born September 30, 1925 in Bellefonte. She married Clarence M. Meckley. Mrs. Meckley enjoyed doing needlepoint. Surviving are her husband; a son, Steve of North Beach, MD; and two daughters: Judy Johnson and Janice, both of Orlando, FL. There will be no public visitation. Arrangements by Carl W. Hall Funeral Home, Warren. Altoona Mirror, August 13,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Lola Dean Lola E. Dean, 82, 535 E. Atlantic Avenue, died Thursday afternoon, August 12, 1999, at Altoona Hospital, following an extended illness. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at William G. Bigelow II Funeral Home. Altoona Mirror, August 13,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Funeral Notice RICHARD D. TAYLOR- A memorial service for Richard D. Taylor, 59, H2 Maple Hollow Townhouses, Duncansville, who died Tuesday , August 10, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital, will be held at 1 p.m. today, August 13, 1999, at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Hollidaysburg, with Father Vance Clarke officiating. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home, Altoona. In remembrance of Richard D. Taylor, memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association or the charity of one's choice. Mr. Taylor was born March 5, 1940, in Orange, FL. Altoona Mirror, August 13,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Memorial: Wayne (Rick) Galat - - August 13, 1998. Helen Risban Helen Risban, 77, Kid Long Road, Gallitzin, died Thursday, August 12, 1999, at her home. She was born July 9, 1922, in Ashville RD, the daughter of the late Leo and Catherine (McConnell) Watt. She married Francis J. Risban January 31, 1942, in Cumberland, MD. Mrs. Risban was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church, Ashville, and its Altar and Rosary Society. She retired in 1979 from the housekeeping department in Mercy Hospital, after 19 years of service. Prior to that, she worked in the dietary department of St. Francis College for several years. Mrs. Risban was a member of the Cresson and Chest Springs Senior Citizens. Surviving are her husband; a daughter, Carol McCarty of Lilly; three sons: John F. of Cresson, Gerard of Spindley City and Gene at home; two sisters: Esther McElheny of Ashville, Gerald of Salem, NJ, Elmer of Sherrodsville, OH, Jess of Pennsville, NJ, and Donald of Loretto; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Gibbons Funeral Home, Ashville. RISBAN- A funeral Mass for Helen Risban, Kid Long Road, Gallitzin, will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Ashville, with the Rev. James Bunn as celebrant. Committal will be at St. Thomas Cemetery, Ashville. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Gibbons Funeral Home, Ashville, where a vigil for the deceased will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Altoona Mirror, August 14,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Mary W. Maidl Mary W. Maidl, 90, Valley View Home, formerly of 1631 Bell Avenue, died Thursday, August 12, 1999, at the home, following an extended illness. She was born December 12, 1908, in Altoona, the daughter of the late Adolph and Blandina (Beck) Koehle. She married Joseph Maidl November 22, 1952, in Altoona. He died February 15, 1974. Mrs. Maidl was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. She was the previous owner of Koehle's Hardware. Mrs. Maidl attended St. Mary's School. She enjoyed bingo, crocheting and gardening. Surviving are two stepsons: James of Beaver Falls and Walter of Middletown; a sister, Hilda Shields of Altoona; and a brother, Charles in Altoona. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at The Stevens Mortuary Inc. MAIDL- The funeral of Mary W. Maidl, Valley View Home, formerly of 1631 Bell Avenue, will be held with a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Committal will be at St. Mary's Cemetery. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Avenue, Altoona, where a vigil for the deceased will be held Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Maidl was preceded in death by three brothers: John, Adolph and Herman; and four sisters: Helen Adams, Anna Lloyd and Alma and Caroline Koehle. Altoona Mirror, August 14,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Memorial: Anna Belin - November 9, 1927 - August 14, 1998. Memorial: Joseph E. McMasters - November 25, 1925 - August 14, 1998. Lola Dean (photo) Lola Dean, 82, 535 E. Atlantic Avenue, formerly of 920 Third Avenue, died Thursday afternoon, August 12, 1999, at Altoona Hospital, following an extended illness. She was born April 11, 1917, in Altoona the daughter of the late William and Edith (Brown) Lear. She married John T. Dean Jr. October 27, 1939, in Altoona. He died April 8, 1986. Mrs. Dean was a member of Grace United Church of Christ. She retired as an elevator operator from the Central Trust Building and was a foster grandparent. She was a 1937 graduate of Altoona High School. Surviving are two daughters: Phyllis J. Francis and Cora Mae Wolf, both of Altoona; a son, John T. III of Altoona; two sisters: Pearl Swangren and Ruth Morder, both of Altoona; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Lola, in 1941. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday at William G. Begelow II Funeral Home. DEAN- Funeral services for Lola Dean, 535 E. Atlantic Avenue, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 16, 1999, at William G. Bigelow II Funeral Home by Pastor Dan Shultz. Interment will be at Alto-Reste Park. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday at William G. Bigelow II Funeral Home. Mrs. Dean is also survived by a granddaughter, Lisa Modico, who was raised in the home; two grandsons: John and Anthony; and a daughter-in-law, Marjorie Dean. Altoona Mirror, August 14,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Louise 'June' Thomas Louse "June" Thomas, 71, 414 S. Fifth Avenue, Patton, died Friday, August 13, 1999, at Miners Hospital, Spangler. She was born May 19, 1928, in Westover, the daughter of the late William and Ella (Wallace) Sybert. She was married twice, first to James R. Vaughn, He preceded her in death. She then married Paul L. Thomas at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Patton. Mrs. Thomas attended First Baptist Church of Patton. She was a 1945 graduate of Westover High School. Surviving are her husband; a daughter, Candy Peterman of Patton; a stepdaughter, Judy Hahn in MD; a son, Jay Vaughn of Indiana, PA; two stepsons: Thomas in MD and Joseph Thomas of Carrolltown; three sisters: Mary Kruise of Westover and Wanda Andyshak of Alexandria, VA, and her twin sister, Jean Young of Westover; and seven grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Stevens Funeral Homes Inc. Patton. Altoona Mirror, August 14,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Everett M. McIntyre Everett M. McIntyre, 76, East Freedom RD 1, died Friday evening, August 13, 1999, at his residence. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, East Freedom. Altoona Mirror, August 14,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. James L. Williams James L. Williams, 61, Dover, died Friday morning, August 13, 1999, at his home. He was born February 28, 1938 in Hollidaysburg, the son of the late Robert and Mabel (Gates) Williams. He married Irene A. Wagner. Mr. Williams retired as a welder from York International in 1998, after 27 years of service. He served in the Army. Mr. Williams was a member of the Pvt. Allen J. Beck Jr. Spring Grove Veterans of Foreign Wars Post and was a member of United Auto Workers union, York. Surviving are his wife; a daughter, Rhonda L. McKenney of Enola; two stepdaughters: Teresa Hess of York and Laura Cesky of Dover; three sons: Steven P. of Hummelstown, Dennis L. of Wellsville and Edward L. of New Cumberland; a stepson, Brian Goodwin of Dover; two sisters: Anna Wingard of Duncansville and Ella Clayball of East Freedom; five brothers: William and Robert, both of Altoona, Ray of Newry, Lee of Johnstown and Howard of Duncansville; 12 grandchildren; and a step grandson. Friends will be received from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday at Sauter-Irwin Funeral Home, Spring Grove. WILLIAMS- Funeral services for James L. Williams, Dover, will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Sauter-Irwin Funeral Home, 175 North Main Street, Spring Grove, with the Rev. Allan S. Wysocki, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church, Jefferson, officiating. Friends will be received from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday at Sauter-Irwin Funeral Home, Spring Grove. Interment will be at Jefferson Cemetery, Codorus Township, with military rites performed by the York County Veterans Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to the Visitors Nurses Association of York-Hospice Services, 218 E. Market Street, York, PA, 17403, or to the American Cancer Society, 924-N Colonial Avenue, York, PA 17403. Pallbearers for the funeral of James L. Williams will be Dennis Williams, Steve Williams, Ed Williams, Brian Goodwin, Mike McKenney and Scott Cesky. Altoona Mirror, August 14,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Lois Batrus Lois Batrus, 75, 506 IDA Tower, died Friday, August 13, 1999, at Beverly Healthcare-Hillview. She was born September 7, 1923, in Pitcarin, the daughter of Devro and Myrtle (Robinson) Wright. She married Joseph A. Batrus. He died May 24, 1960. Mrs. Batrus attended Otterbein United Methodist Church. She retired from Riverside Market in 1985, after many years of service. Surviving are a daughter, Karen Wasko of Harrisburg; two sons: Joel of NY City and Dennis of Altoona; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. There will be no public viewing. Arrangements by Carn-Weaver Funeral Home. BATRUS- A memorial service for Lois Batrus, 506 IDA Tower, will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Otterbein United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Carn-Weaver Funeral Home. Altoona Mirror, August 14,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Barry Lee Butler Barry Lee Butler, 36, Box 194 Kingsley RR 2, Susquehanna County, formerly of Martinsburg, died Wednesday evening, August 11, 1999, in Brooklyn Township, Susquehanna County, following injuries suffered in an automobile accident. He was born June 26, 1963, in Roaring Spring, a son of Gene M. and Mary Fay (Keith) Butler. He married Wanda J. Kensinger August 25, 1984, in Martinsburg. Mr. Butler attended Martinsburg Church of God. He was employed as an auto body technician at Melenco, Kingsley, for the past three months. Prior to that, he was a owner operator of B&B Auto Body, Martinsburg RR 2 for 12 years. Mr. Butler was a 1982 graduate of Central High School, Martinsburg. He enjoyed NASCAR racing, auto body repair and hunting. Mr. Butler was a member of the Shady Trail Riding Club, Woodbury, the Fort Fetter Riding Club, Hollidaysburg, and the National Rifle Association. Surviving are two sons: Matthew R. and Lee Scott, both at home; his parents of Martinsburg; five sisters: Beverly A. Kennedy of Curryville, Donna L. Shultz of Richmond, VA, Mary E. Redinger of Martinsburg RR 1, Erla M. Michale of Martinsburg and Cindy A. Stearns of DuBois; and two brothers: Harold W. of Martinsburg RR 2 and Lonn E. of Richmond. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at John C. Bolger Funeral Home Inc., Martinsburg. BUTLER- Services for Barry Lee Butler of Kingsley RR 2, formerly of Martinsburg, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Martinsburg Church of God by Pastor Kevin E. Richardson. Interment will be at Fairview Cemetery, Martinsburg. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at John C. Bolger Funeral Home Inc., Martinsburg. The family suggests memorial contributions be given to Martinsburg Church of God Memorial Fund. Altoona Mirror, August 14,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Memorial: Irma D. Spallone - died August 14, 1988. Thelma R. Carson Thelma R. Carson, 86, 807 E. Boal Avenue, Boalsburg, died Saturday morning, August 14, 1999, at her home. She was born April 8, 1913, in Bellwood, the daughter of the late John and Alice (McFarland) Laird. She married William J. Carson March 2, 1940, in Philadelphia. He died August 19, 1982. Mrs. Carson was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, State College. She retired as an office clerk from the continuing education department of Penn State University in 1975. Mrs. Carson was a graduate of Bellwood High School. She enjoyed playing the Pennsylvania lotteries. Surviving are a daughter, M. Suzanne of Boalsburg; two sons: Ronald E. of State College and John H. of Orlando, FL; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. There will be no viewing. Arrangements by Jon C. Russin Funeral Home, Bellwood. CARSON- Graveside memorial services for Thelma R. Carson of 807 E. Boal Avenue, Boalsburg, will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Logan Valley Cemetery, Bellwood, by the Rev. Barry Laird. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in Thelma's memory may be made to St. Paul's United Methodist Church, State College, PA 16801. Arrangements by Jon C. Russin Funeral Home, Bellwood. Altoona Mirror, August 15,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Gloria M. Riley Gloria M. Riley, 63, Eldorado Mobile Home Court, died Saturday, August 14, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital. She was born November 14, 1935, the daughter of Harold J. and Margaret (Sandrus) Zimmerman. Her father preceded her in death. Mrs. Riley attended Grace Bible Church. She had worked as a licensed practical nurse in Miami. She was a member of Open Doors for the Handicapped. Surviving are a stepdaughter, Sherry Arvin of Pittsburgh; her mother, Margaret Rife of Altoona; and a sister, Patricia Jacobs of Memphis, TN. There will be no viewing. Arrangements by Carn-Weaver Funeral Home. Altoona Mirror, August 15,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Mary C. Quarry Mary C. Quarry, 74, Valley View Home, died Saturday afternoon, August 14, 1999, at the home. Arrangements by Stevens Mortuary Inc. Altoona Mirror, August 15,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Elmer J. Wess Elmer J. Wess, 74, Monroeville, formerly of Gallitzin, died Saturday, August 14, 1999, at his residence. He was born June 19, 1925, in Gallitzin, the son of the late Robert and Catherine (Weinzurl) Wess. He was twice married, first to Mary E. Betlow. She preceded him in death. Then he married Adrienne DiCamillo. Mr. Wess was a member of St. Bernadett Catholic Church, Monroeville. He had worked as an electrical designer for R.T. Patterson Co., Allegheny County. Mr. Wess was an Army veteran of World War II. Surviving are his wife; two sons: Jeffrey of Penn Hills and Michael of Tacoma, WA; a daughter, Kathy Busch of North Huntingdon; a sister, Louise Burket of Altoona; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Cynthia. Friends will be received from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Lenz-Gibbons Funeral Home, Gallitzin. Interment will be made Wednesday in Gallitzin. Altoona Mirror, August 15,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Donald E. Fishell Donald E. Fishell, 80, Hollidaysburg Veterans Home, formerly of Green Avenue Tower, died Saturday afternoon, August 14, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital. He was born January 25, 1919, in Altoona, the son of the late Earl and Ella (Keller) Fishell. He married Margaret J. Harris November 4, 1984, in Altoona. Mr. Fishell retired as a maintenance man from Green Avenue Tower in 1991. Prior to that, he worked for the Pennsylvania Railroad. Mr. Fishell served with the Army during World War II. He attained the rank of corporal. He enjoyed baseball. Surviving are his wife of the Hollidaysburg Veterans Home; a son, Eugene of Altoona; and two grandchildren. Friends will be received from 3 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Stanley J. Krish Funeral Home Inc. Altoona Mirror, August 15,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Peter A. Gerhart Peter A. Gerhart, 72, Hollidaysburg Veterans Home, formerly of 13 Walton Avenue, died early Saturday afternoon, August 14, 1999, at Tyrone Hospital emergency room. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at T.J. Stevens Funeral Service. Altoona Mirror, August 15,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Ruth Rinier (photo) Mrs. Ruth Rinier, 77, Box 212, Hollidaysburg RR 4, Scotch Valley Road, died Friday morning, August 13, 1999 at her residence. She was born April 11, 1922, in Roaring Spring, the daughter of the late Robert and Mary (Delozier) Mock. She married Kenneth C. Rinier November 19, 1939, in Newry. Mrs. Rinier was a life member of Zion Lutheran Church, Hollidaysburg, where she was a member of the adult Sunday school class and the Stitch and Sew Club. She enjoyed flowers and watching water sporting events at local lakes. Surviving are her husband; a son, Dennis of Altoona; a daughter, Connie McFarland of Stratford, CT; two brothers: William and Carl, both of Roaring Spring; three sisters: Leona Campbell of Lakemont and Mona Shriver and Martha, both of Roaring Spring; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Plank, Stitt and Stevens Funeral Home, Hollidaysburg. RINIER- Services for Ruth Rinier of Box 212, Hollidaysburg RR 4, Scotch Valley Road, will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Plank, Stitt and Stevens Funeral Home, 421 Montgomery Street, Hollidaysburg, by Pastor Custead. Interment will be made at Presbyterian Cemetery, Hollidaysburg. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Plank, Stitt and Stevens Funeral Home, Hollidaysburg. She was preceded in death by three brothers: Kenneth, Regis and Dean. Altoona Mirror, August 15,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Marguerite J. Garman Mrs. Marguerite J. Garman, 91, Sonshine Country Manor, Fallentimber, formerly of Blandburg, died Saturday afternoon, August 14, 1999, at the manor. Arrangements by McQuown Funeral Home, Glasgow. Altoona Mirror, August 15,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Memorial: Drew Scott Wagner - August 15, 1987. Everett M. McIntyre (photo) Everett M. McIntyre, 76, East Freedom RD 1, died Friday August 13, 1999, at home. He was born June 12, 1923, in Duncansville RD, the son of John A. and Gertrude P. (Brubaker) McIntyre. He married Mable Stonerook August 30, 1943, in Cumberland, MD. Mr. McIntyre was a member of Leamersville Church of the Brethren, where he served as a deacon and was a member of the Golden Rule Bible Class. He retired from Appleton Papers Inc., Roaring Spring, in 1988, after 20 years of service. Prior to that, he worked for the Pennsylvania Railroad. Mr. McIntyre enjoyed hunting and gardening. He was a member of the Martinsburg Sportsmen's Club and the National Rifle Association. Surviving are his wife; two sons: Donald M. of Altoona and Gary E. of duncansville; a sister, Effie Walter of Claysburg; two brothers: Walter of Martinsburg and Irvin of Duncansville; three grandsons; and two great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. Monday at miller Funeral Home, East Freedom. McINTYRE- Services for Everett M. McIntyre will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Leamersville Church of the Brethren by the Rev. David Hammel and the Rev. Stephen Durr. Interment will be made at Diehl's Crossroads Cemetery, Martinsburg RD. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. Monday at Miller Funeral Home, East Freedom. Surviving are three grandsons: Michael, Mark and Shaun; two great-grandchildren: Victoria and Nicholas; and two daughters-in-law: Shirley and Donna. Altoona Mirror, August 15,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Woodrow W. 'Roy' Miller Woodrow W. "Roy" Miller, 85, Box 8A, Williamsburg RR 1, died Saturday evening, August 14, 1999, at Altoona Hospital. Arrangements by Bolger Funeral Home Inc., Williamsburg. Altoona Mirror, August 15,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Risban correction Mrs. Helen Risban, Kid Long Road, Gallitzin, who died Thursday, August 12, was preceded in death by an infant sister, Doris; and an infant brother, Raymond. The information was omitted due to a Mirror clerical error. Memorial: Clyde G. Lynn - August 15, 1998. Memorial: Joseph A. Policastro - August 15, 1997. D. Louise Cooper Mrs. D. Louise Cooper, 79, 500 W. 19th Street, Tyrone, died late Sunday morning, August 15, 1999, at the home of her son, John, 1707 Columbia Avenue, Tyrone. She was born September 28, 1919, in Grampian, the daughter of the late Oscar and Zula (Lewis) Lewis. She married John T. Cooper April 27, 1940, in Roaring Spring. He died April 1, 1981. Mrs. Cooper was a member of Tyrone First English Lutheran Church. She was a 1937 graduate of Tyrone High School. Mrs. Cooper was a member of the ladies auxiliary of United Transportation Union, Excelsior Lodge, and Tyrone Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star. Surviving are a son, John Thomas Jr. of Tyrone; a daughter, Janis A. Fraser of Reading; five grandchildren; and two great-grandsons. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Derman Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone. COOPER- Funeral services for D. Louise Cooper will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Derman Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone, with the Rev. Terryann Talbot-Moses officiating. Interment will follow at Blair Memorial Park, Antis Township. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Derman Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone, where an Eastern Star service will be held at 6:45 p.m. Tuesday. Contributions in her memory may be offered to the Tyrone Hospital Care Car, 1 Hospital Drive, Tyrone, PA 16686. Surviving are a son-in-law, George P. Fraser of Reading; a daughter-in-law, Bonnie K. Cooper of Tyrone; two granddaughters: Pamela Port of Altoona and Stacy Cooper of Tyrone; three grandsons: Philip, Matthew and Franklyn Fraser of Reading; two great-grandsons: Garrett Cooper and Coady Markel of Tyrone; one nephew; two nieces; two great-nieces; and one great-nephew. She was preceded in death by two brothers: Kenneth and John Lewis. Altoona Mirror, August 16,1999, A7, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Charles J. Heintal Charles J. Heintal, 81, Hollidaysburg Veterans Home, formerly of 304 Third Avenue, died Saturday, August 14, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital. He was born March 9, 1918, in Altoona, the son of Edward J. and Margaret (Bimeal) Heintal. His first wife Bertha M., preceded him in death. His second wife, the former Arlene I. Henry, died February 13, 1998. Mr. Heintal was a member of St. Mark's Catholic Church. He retired as a welder from Conrail in 1978. Mr. Heintal was a Navy veteran of World War II, serving as a radioman third class. He played saxophone with the Howard Becker Orchestra of Altoona. Mr. Heintal was a member of Bavarian Aid Society, Swiss Rifle Club and Unter Uns Society. Surviving are two daughters: Hellene Tamargo of Fredricksburg, VA, and Anne Williamson of Altoona; a son, Paul of Derry, NH; a sister, Dolores Benson of Seven Hills, OH; seven grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Vincent J. Good Funeral Parlor, Altoona. Altoona Mirror, August 16,1999, A7, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Geraldine O. Davis Mrs. Geraldine O. Davis, 79, Harrisburg, died Friday, August 13, 1999, at Polyclinic Medical Center, Harrisburg. She was born November 15, 1919, in Harrisburg, the daughter of the late Arnold F. and Julie (Barley) Over. She married Robert R. Davis. He preceded her in death. Mrs. Davis was a member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church of Penbrook, Harrisburg, and St. Paul's (Barley) Lutheran Church, Bedford County. She had been self-employed as a hairdresser. Mrs. Davis was a member of Arema Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star; the American Business Women's Association, Susquehanna Trail Chapter; the American Legion Auxiliary, Fry Village Auxiliary and North Harrisburg War Veteran Home Association. She was a graduate of Roaring Spring High School and a member of the Alumnus Club. Surviving are a son, Carleton R. of Harrisburg; a daughter, Diane Illanes of Boulder, CO; two sisters: Hazel Hoover of Martinsburg and Judy Danbeck of Altoona; a brother, Jerry of Martinsburg; four grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter. Friends will be received from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday at Jesse J. Geigle Funeral Home Inc., Harrisburg. DAVIS- Services for Geraldine O. Davis will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Jesse H. Geigle Funeral Home Inc., 2100 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, by the Rev. Sharon R. Baglyos. Interment will be held in Rolling Green Memorial Park, Camp Hill. Friends will be received from noon until the time of services Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church of Penbrook, 2730 Booser Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17103-1994. Also surviving are grandchildren: Machelle D. Haley and Carleton R. Davis Jr. of Harrisburg, Kristen Jackson of Tempe, AZ, and Patricio Illanes of Boulder, CO; and great-granddaughter: Brittany Haley of Harrisburg. Altoona Mirror, August 16,1999, A7, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Ethel Jean (Thomas) May Mrs. Ethel Jean (Thomas) May, 64, 203 Kuhn Lane, Duncansville, formerly of Lilly, died Sunday, August 15, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital. She was born April 19, 1935, in Charleston, WV, the daughter of Rex and Ethel Burgess. She married Ed Thomas. Surviving are her husband; three daughters: Ruth Ann Eger of Duncansville, Lois Wozniak in VA and Pam Mitchell of Altoona; three sons: Charley Javit and Bruse Thomas, both of Indiana, PA, and John Javit of Altoona; 16 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. An infant son, Donie Claycomb, preceded her in death. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at Vincent J. Good Funeral Parlor, Altoona Altoona Mirror, August 16,1999, A7, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Donald Reed Howsare II Donald Reed Howsare II, 36, Box 232, Tyrone RD 2, died Saturday afternoon, August 14, 1999, at Altoona Hospital. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc., Juniata. Altoona Mirror, August 16,1999, A7, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Marguerite J. Garman Mrs. Marguerite J. Garman, 91, Sonshine County Manor, Fallentimber, formerly of Blandburg, died early Saturday afternoon, August 14, 1999, at the manor. She was born September 19, 1907, in Blandburg, the daughter of the late Charles E. and Flora M. (Kuhn) Bricker. She was twice married, first to Walter L. Garman May 24, 1926, in Cumberland, MD. He died January 10, 1972. Then she married Harry A. Thomas April 7, 1977, in FL. He died July 26, 1986. Mrs. Garman was a member of Blandburg United Methodist Church. She had worked as a clerk at the Martz Store, Blandburg, for 14, years. Surviving are two daughters: Jean M. Gwin of Warren, OH, and Joyce L. Thomas of Dumfries, VA; four sons: Walter L. Garman Jr. of Norfolk, VA, Charles L. Garman of Huntsville, AL, Dale L. Garman of Warren and Earl L. Garman of Hanover; three sisters: Vivian Bungo of Smithmill, Ruth Williams of Ramey and Edythe Garman of Arlington, VA; 15 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. A son, Richard, preceded her in death. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at McQuown Funeral Home, Glasgow. GARMAN- Funeral services for Marguerite J. Garman will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at McQuown Funeral Home, Glasgow, with the Rev. Thomas McGill officiating. Interment will be held at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Glasgow. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. She also was preceded in death by five brothers: Robert, Ivan, Paul, Harold and Perry; and three sisters: Mary Spinner, Helen Evans and Eleanor. Altoona Mirror, August 16,1999, A7, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Peter A. Gerhart Peter A. Gerhart, 72, Hollidaysburg Veterans Home, formerly of 613 Walton Avenue, died early Saturday afternoon, August 14, 1999, at Tyrone Hospital emergency room. He was born September 22, 1926, in Altoona, the son of the late Peter Sr. and Anna (Voggenreiter) Gerhart. He married Rose M. Pielmeier October 4, 1948, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Altoona. She died October 14, 1997. Mr. Gerhart was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and St. Stanislaus Brotherhood. He retired from the Altoona City Water Authority in 1991, after 30 years of service. Mr. Gerhart was a Navy veteran of World War II. He was a member of Bavarian Aid Society and its Bingo Committee, the Unter Uns Society, Horseshoe Seniors, ALtoona Veterans of Foreign Wars Post and the Swiss Rifle Club. Mr. Gerhart enjoyed gardening, baseball and bowling. Surviving are a daughter, Kathleen M. Bechdel of Pennsylvania Furnace; two sons: Robert J. of York and Stephen R of Altoona; a sister, Ann Marie of Altoona; a brother, Frank A. of Altoona; and seven grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at T.J. Stevens Funeral Service. GERHART- A funeral Mass for Peter A. Gerhart will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Altoona. Committal will be held at church cemetery. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at T.J. Stevens Funeral Service, 1331 Eighth Avenue, where a vigil service will be held Tuesday afternoon. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Mary's Church Memorial Fund. Altoona Mirror, August 16,1999, A7, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Woodrow W. 'Roy' Miller Woodrow W. "Roy" Miller, 85, Box 8A, Williamsburg RR 1, Cedar Hill, died Saturday afternoon, August 14, 1999, at Altoona Hospital, following a lengthy illness. He was born July 25, 1914, in Saxton, the son of the late James Oates and Anna J. (Dick) Miller. He married Anna M. Haney November 27, 1935, in Cumberland, MD. Mr. Miller formerly attended Cove Forge United Methodist Church, Williamsburg RR 1, and Entriken United Methodist Church, where he was a member of the Men's Choral Ensemble. He retired from the maintenance-of-way at Penn Central Railroad in 1974, after 33 years of service. Mr. Miller attended Entriken schools. He enjoyed hunting, trapping and gardening. Surviving are his wife; three daughters: Rosamond M. Ake and Woodrene M. Claar, both of Williamsburg, and Lily C. Dorman of Milesburg; a brother, James D. of Williamsburg RR 1; 10 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Bolger Funeral Home., Williamsburg. MILLER- Services for Woodrow W. "Roy" Miller of Cedar Hill, Williamsburg RR 1, will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Bolger Funeral Home Inc., Williamsburg by Pastor Barry E. Neal. Interment will be made in Sparr Cemetery, Williamsburg RR 1. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Surviving are numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by six brothers, two sisters and a grandson, Robbie Carlson. Altoona Mirror, August 16,1999, A7, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Mary C. Quarry Mrs. Mary C. Quarry, 74, Valley View Home, died Saturday afternoon, August 14, 1999, at the home. She was born October 2, 1924, in Altoona, the daughter of the late Edwin J. and Catherine Norine (Shover) Green. She married Wallace H. Quarry June 18, 1924, in Cumberland, MD. He died March 27, 1994. Mrs. Quarry was a 1942 graduate of Altoona High School. Surviving are two sons: Philip E. of Sterling, VA, and James M. of Altoona; four daughters: Kathy L. Smither, Nancy M. Musselman and Sandra J. Zembower, all of Altoona, and Barbara A. Richardson of Hanover; two brothers: Harry and Edwin, both of Altoona; a sister, Grace I. Williams of Altoona; 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A son, Wallace E., died October 25, 1998. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday at Stevens Mortuary Inc. QUARRY- Services for Mary C. Quarry of Valley View Home will be held at noon Tuesday at Stevens Memorial Chapel by the Rev. Robert Kennedy. Committal will be held at Calvary Cemetery. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. until the time of services Tuesday at Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Avenue. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Valley View Home. She also was preceded in death by a brother, William Green. Altoona Mirror, August 16,1999, A7, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Funeral Notice DONALD E. FISHELL- Services for Donald E. Fishell of Hollidaysburg will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Stanley J. Krish Funeral Home Inc., 1204 17th Street, by Pastor George W. Kelley. Committal will be held at Fairview Cemetery, Altoona. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Stanley J. Krish Funeral Home Inc. Altoona Mirror, August 16,1999, A7, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Memorial: Jessica Anne Chilcote - August 16, 1982 - February 2, 1993. James Howard Shawley James Howard Shawley, 17, 10 Wilburforest Drive, East Freedom, died Saturday evening, August 14, 1999, at his residence. He was born November 11, 1981, in DuBois, the son of Cynthia (Gority) Stanslaw. James was a member of Newry Lutheran Church. He was a senior at Central High School, Martinsburg. James enjoyed skateboarding and riding his bicycle. Surviving are his mother and stepfather, Alfred Stanslaw of East Freedom; two sisters: Jessica and Cathrine, both at home; and his grandparents: Richard and Marie Gority of Altoona and Alfred and Regina Stanslaw of Duncansville. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring Spring. SHAWLEY- Private funeral services for James Howard Shawley of 10 Wilburforest Drive, East Freedom, will be held at the convenience of the family Tuesday at J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring Spring, by Pastor Sharon C. Erb. Interment will be held at Calvary Cemetery, Altoona. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring SPring. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Freedom Township Volunteer Fire Company. He is survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. Altoona Mirror, August 16,1999, A7, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Donald Reed Howsare II Donald Reed Howsare II, 36, Box 232, Tyrone RD 2, died Saturday afternoon, August 14, 1999, at Altoona Hospital. He was born June 13, 1963, in Springfield, MA, the son of Donald R. and Edith Marie (St. Germain) Howsare. He married Ilene Lyn Knouse September 22, 1990, at All Faiths Chapel, Penn State Altoona. Mr. Howsare was a member of Altoona Christian and Missionary Alliance Church. He was employed as an electrician by Mortimer Electric, Bedford. Mr. Howsare was a 1982 graduate of Altoona Area High School. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and cars. Surviving are his wife; a son, Shane E., at home; his mother of Juniata; his father of Hollidaysburg; a sister, Denise L. of Devon; and two brothers: Joseph A. of Juniata and John D. of Duncansville. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at Mauk and Yates Funeral Home Inc., Juniata. HOWSARE- Services for Donald Reed Howsare II will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, August 19, 1999, at Mauk and Yates Funeral Home Inc., Juniata, with the Rev. Timothy McGarvey officiating. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, August 18, and 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, August 19, at Mauk and Yates Funeral Home Inc., Juniata. Interment will be at Carson Valley Cemetery. Mr. Howsare also enjoyed sport shooting. Altoona Mirror, August 17,1999, A5, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Mary H. (Yebernetsky) Bezill Mrs. Mary H. (Yebernetsky) Bezill, 84, Houtzdate, died Sunday afternoon, August 15, 1999, at her residence, following a lengthy illness. She was born March 4, 1915, in Bucher, Madera RD, the daughter of the late John and Anna (Hista) Yebernetsky. She married Valentine M. Bezilla. He died October 2, 1990. Mrs. Bezilla was a member of Christ the King Church Houtzdale, and its Rosary Altar Society. She also was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America, St. Victoria's Court No. 646, Houtzdale. She was a homemaker. Surviving are two daughters: Clara Tubo of Ramey and Joann of Clearfield; two sons: Valentine of Hamburg, NY, and Ronald of Houtzdale RD; four sisters: Ann Lieber of Carteret, NJ, and Suzanne Cooper of Hillsbourgh, CA; two brothers: John of Linden, NJ, and Paul of Buena, NJ; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 8 to 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Kruise Funeral Homes Inc., Ramey. Interment will be made at Brisbin. Altoona Mirror, August 17,1999, A5, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. John Frank Morrissey John Frank Morrissey, 85, Arco, ID, formerly of Tyrone, died Friday, August 13, 1999, at his home. He was born October 17, 1913, in Tyrone, the son of Frank S. and Minnie (Migill) Morrissey. He married Catherine Dora Cupp March 17, 1932, in Cumberland, MD. Mr. Morrissey retired in 1979 as a salesman from Blair Candy Co. and also had been a salesman for Morningstar Bread and Gardner Wholesale. He also had been a butcher for Biggins and Heberling Store. He graduated from Tyrone High School in 1933. Mr. Morrissey was a Navy veteran of World War II, serving on the USS Lowndes in the Pacific Theater. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and a former member of the American Legion and the Tyrone Sportsman's Association. Mr. Morrissey was an avid fisherman and enjoyed pitching horseshoes. Surviving are his wife; a daughter, Patricia Turnbaugh of Tyrone; two sons: John I. of Plymouth, MI, and Michael of Arco; five sisters: Ruthe Davidson, Hanna Isenberg, Gladys Raling and Margaret Harper, all of Tyrone, and Louis Blake of Philipsburg; two brothers: Wilbur and Robert, both of Tyrone; six grandchildren' many great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Friends will be received at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Marvel Memorial Chapel, Arco. MORRISSEY- Funeral services for John Frank Morrissey will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 18, at Marvel Memorial Chapel, Arco, ID, with Pastor Bill Broderick officiating. Friends will be received one hour prior to services. Burial will be in the Hillcrest Cemetery, Arco. Altoona Mirror, August 17,1999, A5, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Marvin C. Leslie Marvin C. Leslie, 86, Claysburg, died Monday afternoon, August 16, 1999, at his home, following a recent illness. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday at Leslie Funeral Home, Claysburg. Altoona Mirror, August 17,1999, A5, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Earl E. Conrad Earl E. Conrad, 83, Box 782, Altoona RR 6, died Monday morning, August 16, 1999, at Altoona Hospital, following a heart attack. He was born June 8, 1916, in Altoona, the son of Anthony and Margaret (Weakland) Conrad. He married Violet Greiner August 27, 1941. She died in November 1987. Mr. Conrad was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. He retired as a welder from the Pennsylvania Railroad with 40 years of service. Mr. Conrad enjoyed baseball, football and camping. He was a third-degree member of the Knights of Columbus, a member of Cesare Battisti and the St. Stanislaus Kostka Brotherhood. Surviving are a daughter, Connie Kowalski of Altoona; a son, Frank of Pasadena, MD; four sisters: Rita Mack and Theresa Edmonds, both of Glen Burnie, MD, Pauline McIntire of Pleasantville, IA, and Betty Dobbins of Altoona; three brothers: John of Detroit, and Bill and Richard, both of Altoona; and four grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at The Stevens Mortuary Inc. CONRAD- The funeral of Earl E. Conrad of Box 782, Altoona RR 6, will be held with a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. Committal will be made at Calvary Cemetery. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Avenue, where a vigil for the deceased will be held today. He is survived by grandchildren: Dr. Jennifer Kowalski of San Diego, Stephen Kowalski of Gettysburg, Julie Kowalski of State College and Jimmy Conrad of Pasadena, MD. He was preceded in death by brothers: Robert of Lewistown and Thomas and Ralph , both of Altoona; and a sister, Pearl Nagle of Pasadena, MD. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society. Altoona Mirror, August 17,1999, A5, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Mary A. Stemerick Mary A. Stemerick, 90, Benwood, WV, formerly of Pittsburgh and Pavia, died Sunday, August 15, 1999, at her home. She was born April 12, 1909, in Pittsburgh, the daughter of the late William and Pauline (Maleay) Stemerick. Miss Stemerick had been a teacher in Catholic schools in the Pittsburgh area and had been a nun with the Sisters of Mercy. She was a graduate of Duquesne University, Pittsburgh. Miss Stemerick was an Army veteran of World War II, serving as a captain. She enjoyed reading. Surviving are three brothers: Fred of Pleasonton, CA, Martin of Cincinnati and Eugene of Pittsburgh. There will be no viewing. Arrangements by Leslie Funeral Home, Claysburg. STEMERICK- A funeral Mass for Mary A. Stemerick will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Leslie Funeral Home, Claysburg, by Monsignor William E. Shultz. Interment will be at Pavia Cemetery, Pavia, PA. Arrangements by Leslie Funeral Home, Claysburg. There will be no viewing. Miss Stemerick was preceded in death by four sisters: Margaret, Antoinette, Rosemary and Elizabeth; and two brothers: Leo and William. She is also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. Altoona Mirror, August 17,1999, A5, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Isabelle A. Shuta (photo) Mrs. Isabelle A. Shuta, 74, 407 Elm Street, Lakemont, died Monday morning, August 16, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital, following a brief illness. She was born September 8, 1924, in Bellwood, the daughter of the late Edward and Besse (Vandevander) Davis. She married Stephen J. Shuta April 23, 1950, in Altoona. Mrs. Shuta was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Lakemont. She retired as an inspector from GTE Sylvania in 1984, following 41 years of service. Mrs. Shuta was a 1943 graduate of Bellwood High School. She enjoyed sewing and embroidering. Surviving are her husband; a son, Joseph P. of Duncansville; three sisters: Dorothy Jackson of Berea, OH, Shirley Kessinger of Tyrone and Ruth Smith of Orange Park, FL; a brother, Lowell of Lansing, IL; and two granddaughters. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Plank, Stitt and Stevens Funeral Home, Hollidaysburg. SHUTA- The funeral of Isabelle A. Shuta, 407 Elm Street, Lakemont, will be held with a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Lakemont, by Father Paul Turnbull. Committal will be at Calvary Cemetery. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Plank, Stitt and Stevens Funeral Home, 421 Montgomery Street, Hollidaysburg, where a vigil for the deceased will be held Wednesday. She is survived by granddaughters: Marisa and Mariana. She was preceded in death by a sister, Virginia Femea; and a brother, Vernon Davis. The family requests donations be made to the St. John the Evangelist Building Fund, 309 Lotz Avenue, Lakemont, Altoona, PA 16602, in memory of Isabelle. Altoona Mirror, August 17,1999, A5, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Marvin C. Leslie Marvin C. Leslie, 86, Claysburg, died Monday afternoon, August 16, 1999, at his home, following a brief illness. He was born March 17, 1913, in Claysburg, the son of the late George H. and Emma Jane (Dibert) Leslie. He married Reba M. Ickes February 14, 1948, in Robesonia. She died July 5, 1996. Mr. Leslie was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Claysburg, where he served as a councilman for many years. He was a licensed funeral director for more than 60 years and was owner of Leslie Funeral Home Claysburg, since 1948. Mr. Leslie was a 1932 graduate of Claysburg High School and a 1939 graduate of Eckels College of Embalming, Philadelphia. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and the Korean conflict, serving as a pharmacist Mate 1st Class. He was a member, chaplain, past commander and past band member of the Claysburg American Legion and a member of the Altoona chapter of 40 et 8 du Homme. Mr. Leslie was a member of Juniata Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, Hollidaysburg; a member of the Jaffa Shrine Temple, ALtoona; and a member, past president and legislative committeeman of the Keystone Funeral Directors' Association, Blair and Cambria County Chapters. Surviving are a son, Mark S. of Claysburg; and two grandchildren. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Leslie Funeral Home, Claysburg, and from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday at Christ lutheran Church, Claysburg. LESLIE- Funeral services for Marvin C. Leslie of Claysburg will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Christ Lutheran Church, Claysburg, by the Rev. Andrew S. Fitch. Interment will be made at Pavia Cemetery, Pavia, with military honors by the Claysburg American Legion. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Leslie Funeral Home, Claysburg, and from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church. A masonic service will be held at 6:45 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Mr. Leslie is survived by a grandson, Ian Michael; and a granddaughter, Marissa Shea. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Claysburg Area Community Park, or Christ Lutheran Church. Altoona Mirror, August 18,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Rev. Mark B. Michael (photo) The Rev. Mark B. Michael, 79, 2401 Second Avenue, died Monday, August 16, 1999, at the Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg, following an extended illness. He was born March 19, 1920, the son of Jacob B. and Elverna (Billman) Michael. He married Mabel Newlin August 19, 1948, in China Grove, NC. Rev. Michael was a member of First United Church of Christ. He was ordained to the ministry of the Evangelical and Reformed Church (now United Church of Christ) June 23, 1946. He served United Church of Christ congregations throughout Pennsylvania, including the Greenfield Charge, Claysburg. He was superintendent of Hoffman Homes for Youth, Gettysburg; Pastor of Devitt Home for the Aged, Allenwood; and Minister of Education, Good Shepherd United Church of Christ, Boyertown. He retired in 1980. For 13 year, he was Annuitant Visitor for the United Church of Christ pension board in Penn West Conference. Rev. Michael was a 1938 graduate of Lower Mahanoy High School, Dalmatia, a 1944 graduate of Catawba College, Salisbury, NC, with a bachelor's degree and a 1946 graduate of Lancaster Theological Seminary, Lancaster, with a bachelor's degree. He enjoyed interior decorating, architectural design and collecting clocks/antiques. Rev. Michael had been a member of the Board of Directors of the Lewisburg chapter of American Red Cross, the Claysburg Public Library and Improved Dwellings for Altoona, and registrar and chair of the Stewardship committee of the Juniata Association of the United Church of Christ. Surviving are his wife; two sons: Karl M. of Clifton Park, NY, and Keith M. of NY; a daughter, Karen Gomez of Allentown; and five grandchildren. Friends will be received after 2 p.m. Thursday at Trinity United Church of Christ, Altoona. Arrangements by Musmanno Funeral Home, Pittsburgh. MICHAEL- A memorial service for the Rev. Mark B. Michael will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday August 19, 1999, at Trinity United Church of Christ, 711 Seventh Avenue, Altoona, PA, with the Rev. Nelson P. Wenner and the Rev. Ruther Kershner officiating. Friends will be received at the church following the service. His body has been donated to the Humanity Gifts Registry of PA. Arrangements by Musmanno Funeral Home, Pittsburgh. He had supplied pulpits in more than 40 different churches since his retirement. Memorial contributions may be made to Lancaster Theological Seminary, 555, West James Street, Lancaster, PA 17603. Altoona Mirror, August 18,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Funeral Notice ETHEL JEAN (THOMAS) MAY- Services for Ethel Jean (Thomas) May, 203 Kuhn Lane, Duncansville, formerly of Lilly, PA, will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 18, 1999 at Vincent J. Good Funeral Parlor, Altoona, by the Rev. John Middleton. Interment will be made at Cresson Cemetery, Cresson, PA. Friends will be received from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 18, at Vincent J. Good Funeral Parlor, 328 Fifth Avenue, Altoona, PA. Altoona Mirror, August 18,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Leonard J. Hopkins Leonard J. Hopkins, 79, No. 4, Spring Drive, Martinsburg, formerly of Six Mile Run and Baltimore, died Monday evening, August 16, 1999, at Nason Hospital, Roaring Spring. He was born April 17, 1920, at Six Mile Run, the son of the late James and Alice A. (Williams) Hopkins. Mr. Hopkins was affiliated with Six Mile Run Church of God. He retired as a machinist with the Martin-Marietta Aircraft plant, Baltimore, in 1985, following 45 years of service. Mr. Hopkins was a Navy veteran of World War II. Surviving are two sisters: Yvonne Ritchey and her husband Ralph of Martinsburg, with whom he resided, and Ruth Hoover of Pittsburgh; and a twin brother, Lester of Columbiana, MD. Friends will be received from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton. HOPKINS- Funeral Services for Leonard J. Hopkins will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, August 19, at Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor James Lynn officiating. Interment will be made at Duvall Cemetery, Six Mile Run. Friends will be received from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, August 18, at Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton. Altoona Mirror, August 18,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. John Jacob Breth John Jacob Breth, 45, La Jose RD 1, died Tuesday, August 17, 1999, at home. He was born January 5, 1954, in Rantoul, IL, the son of Carl F. and Arlene Rose (LaGesse) Breth. His father preceded him in death. He married Donna Kay Hughes. Mr. Breth was a member of Westover Baptist Church and had been a bass player for New Life gospel group since 1977. He was employed by Fry Metals and previously had been employed by Benjamin Coal Co. Surviving are his wife; two daughters: Allison M. and Amie M., both at home; a son, John C. at home; his mother of Cleveland; two sisters: Carla Breth-Kupec of Vancouver, British Columbia, and Connie of Cleveland; and a brother, Carl F. of Cleveland. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Moriconi Funeral Home Inc., Spangler, and 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at Westover Baptist Church. BRETH- Funeral services for John Jacob Breth will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, August 19, at Westover Baptist Church by the Rev. James Smith. Interment will be made at Harmony Cemetery. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Moriconi Funeral Home Inc., 1303 Bigler Avenue, Spangler, and from 10 to 11 a.m. services Thursday at Westover Baptist Church. Altoona Mirror, August 18,1999, A11, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Memorial: Aden C. Russell - February 15, 1921 - August 16, 1997. Birthday Memorial: Wayne (Rick) Galat - August 13, 1998. Memorial: Lucille Ronan - August 18, 1996. Mary Margaret 'Aunt Bid' Civiello Mrs. Mary Margaret "Aunt Bid" Civiello, 82, 520 Sixth Avenue, died Wednesday morning, August 18, 1999, at her home, following a brief illness. She was born July 20, 1917, in Altoona, the daughter of the late John and Margaret (Mack) Wolfe. She married Joseph Paul Civiello May 11, 1935, in Cumberland, MD. He died January 14, 1976. Mrs. Civiello was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. She enjoyed sewing and doing plastic canvas. Surviving are a daughter, Ann Marie at home; a niece, Mary Jo Stacey of Juniata, who was raised in the home, and a nephew, John Wolfe Sr. of Juniata, who also was raised in the home. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Daniel R. Myers Funeral Home. CIVIELLO- A funeral Mass for Mary Margaret "Aunt Bid" Civiello of 520 Sixth Avenue will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. Committal will be held at Calvary Cemetery. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Daniel R. Myers Funeral Home, where a vigil for the deceased will be held Friday afternoon. She also is survived by a nephew-in-law, Steve Stacy; grandnephews: Tony Pellegrino and wife, Christine of Tyrone; John Wolfe Jr. and wife, Patty of Juniata, Robert Wolfe of Juniata; and Charles Wolfe of Carson Valley; and grandnieces: Lori Singer and husband Eric, of Altoona and Meghan Wolfe of Juniata. She was preceded in death by a sister, Jane; three brothers: Girard, Jack and Howard Wolfe; and a sister-in-law, Bertha Wolfe. Altoona Mirror, August 19,1999, A13, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Ruth (Gutshall) McPherson Mrs. Ruth (Gutshall) McPherson, 75, Blair Towers, 1600 Eighth Avenue, formerly of Harrisburg, died Tuesday evening, August 17, 1999, at Altoona Hospital, following a brief illness. She was born April 20, 1924, in Pitcairn, the daughter of Benton L. and Grace (Price) Gutshall. Mrs. McPherson was a graduate of Altoona High School. She enjoyed fishing. Surviving are two daughters: Mary Leidich of Hummelstown and Joan Smith of Harrisburgh; four sisters: Emma Burk, Doris Blackburn, Maxine Adams and Dorothy Gehret, all of Altoona; a brother, Gerald of Altoona; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandson. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Mauk and Yates Funeral Home Inc., Juniata. MCPHERSON- Funeral services for Ruth (Gutshall) McPherson of Blair Towers, 1600 Eighth Avenue, Altoona, will be held at 8 p.m. Friday, August 20, 1999, at Mauk and Yates Funeral Home Inc., Juniata, with the Rev. James Bishop officiating. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. Friends will be received from 6 to the 8 p.m. service time Friday at Mauk and Yates Funeral Home Inc., Juniata. Memorial contributions may be made to the Altoona Hospital Palliative Care Unit, Howard Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601. Mrs. McPherson is also survived by a daughter-in-law, Delores McPherson of Harrisburg. Altoona Mirror, August 19,1999, A13, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Anniversary Memorial: Betty - July 21, 1996 - and Merle Bowser - December 6, 1998. Memorial: David L. Bossler - Born August 21, 1946. Died August 19, 1995. James B. Campbell James B. Campbell, 79, 800 Park Blvd., Juniata, formerly of 108 11th Avenue, Juniata, died Tuesday evening, August 17, 1999, at the Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg, following an extended illness. He was born July 31, 1920, in Altoona, the son of the late Neil B. and Hester F. (Hoffman) Campbell. He married Jean E. Young July 18, 1953, in Winchester, VA. Mr. Campbell was a life member of First United Church of Christ. He retired as a fabricator from the Crane Co., Duncansville, in 1974 after 22 years of service, and then worked as a security guard for the Altoona Housing Authority. Mr. Campbell was a 1940 graduate of Altoona High School. He was an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, serving as a sergeant. Mr. Campbell enjoyed bowling, sporting events and word shows. Surviving is his wife. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Daniel R. Myers Funeral Home. CAMPBELL- Funeral services for James B. Campbell of 800 Park Blvd., Juniata, will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at Daniel R. Myers Funeral Home, by the Rev. Nelson P. Wenner, with interment at Old Stone Church Cemetery, Marklesburg. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. He is also survived by two cousins: Hester McClellan of Altoona and Virginia Allison of Camp Hill. Altoona Mirror, August 19,1999, A13, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. John Jacob Breth John Jacob Breth, 45, La Jose RD 1, died Tuesday, August 17, 1999, at home. He was born January 5, 1954, in Rantoul, IL, the son of Carl F. and Arlene Rose (LaGesse) Breth. His father preceded him in death. He married Donna Kay Hughes. Mr. Breth was a member of Westover Baptist Church and had been a bass player for New Life gospel group since 1977. He was employed by Fry Metals and previously had been employed by Benjamin Coal Co. Surviving are his wife; two daughters: Allison M. and Amie M., both at home; a son, John C. at home; his mother of Cleveland; two sisters: Carla Breth-Kupec of Vancouver, British Columbia, and Connie of Cleveland; and a brother, Carl F. of Cleveland. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Moriconi Funeral Home Inc., Spangler, and 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at Westover Baptist Church. BRETH- Funeral services for John Jacob Breth will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, August 19, at Westover Baptist Church by the Rev. James Smith. Interment will be made at Harmony Cemetery. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Moriconi Funeral Home Inc., 1303 Bigler Avenue, Spangler, and from 10 to 11 a.m. services Thursday at Westover Baptist Church. Altoona Mirror, August 19,1999, A13, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Betty M. Swaney (photo) Mrs. Betty M. Swaney, 79, 618 Logan Avenue, Lakemont, died Tuesday evening, August 17, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Hospital, following an extended illness. She was born September 19, 1919, in Altoona, the daughter of the late John and Sarah (Birch) Garland. She married Pete E. Swaney June 7, 1938, in Hollidaysburg. He died May 29, 1978. Mrs. Swaney was a member of Lakemont United Methodist Church. She enjoyed playing cards. Mrs. Swaney was a member of the Lakemont Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary. Surviving are a son, Richard N. of Martinsburg; four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Plank, Stitt and Stevens Funeral Home, Hollidaysburg. SWANEY- Services for Betty M. Swaney of 618 Logan Avenue, Lakemont, will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Plank, Stitt and Stevens Funeral Home, Hollidaysburg, by Pastor Elaine Shafer-Stroud. Interment at Carson Valley Cemetery. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Plank, Stitt and Stevens Funeral Home, Hollidaysburg. Mrs. Swaney is survived by a daughter-in-law, Peggy Swaney. She was preceded in death by a brother, William Garland; and two sisters: Ruby Wogan and Martha Garland. The family requests that donations be made to the Blair County Unit of the American Cancer Society, 1004 N. Juniata Street, Hollidaysburg, PA, 16648, in memory of Betty. Altoona Mirror, August 19,1999, A13, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Thomas V. Amalfitano Sr. Thomas V. Amalfitano Sr., 84, York, formerly of Blackwood, NJ, and Altoona, died Friday, August 6, 1999, at his home. He was born August 8, 1914, in Altoona, the son of the late Joseph and Josephine (DeNicole) Amalfitano. He married Susan M. Cataldo. Mr. Amalfitano was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and its Young at Heart Organization. He retired as a machinist from the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard in 1967, following 23 years of service. Mr. Amalfitano was a member of the Galleria Mall Walkers Association. Surviving are his wife of 61 years; a daughter, Josephine L. French of East Berlin; a son, Thomas V. of Brogue; a sister, Lena Docimo of Philadelphia; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Arrangements were by John W. Keffer Funeral Home Inc., York. Interment was held in Dallastown. Altoona Mirror, August 19,1999, A13, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Mary K. Claycomb Mrs. Mary K. Claycomb, 75, Box 9, Claysburg, died Thursday morning, August 19, 1999, at UPMC Lee Regional Hospital, Johnstown. She was born March 21, 1924, the daughter of William and Ruth A. (Wyant) Dibert. She married Irvin Roy Claycomb in 1942 in Baltimore. He died in July 1965. Mrs. Claycomb enjoyed fishing, traveling and flowers. Surviving are four daughters: Brenda R. of Coulee City, WA, Cindy J. of Damascus, MD, Gloria A. Gonsman of Claysburg and Marilyn K. Lemin of Everett; a stepdaughter, Thelma Swienhart of New Enterprise; three sons: Donald B. of Claysburg RD, Zane I. of Breezewood and Mark A. of Claysburg RD; a brother, Donald of Leamersville; Williard R. Hann of Everett, a special friend with whom she resided; 18 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring Spring. CLAYCOMB- Funeral services for Mary K. Claycomb, of Box 9, Claysburg, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring Spring, by Pastor M.W. Nesselrodt. Interment will be made at Riverview Cemetery, Leamersville. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Altoona Mirror, August 20,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Joan F. Glass Mrs. Joan F. Glass, 75, Claysburg, died Wednesday morning, August 18, 1999, at Altoona Hospital, following a brief illness. She was born February 11, 1924, in Altoona, the daughter of the late Ray G. and Genevieve (Williams) Emory. She married Jacob L. Glass December 28, 1946, in Winchester, VA. He died April 23, 1987. Mrs. Glass was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Claysburg. Surviving are a daughter, Linda M. (Eicher) Smith of Bedford; five sons: Dennis R., John J. and Randall D., all of Claysburg, Kevin of James Creek RD and James B. of Osterburg; two brothers: Jack B. of Laverne, CA, and Jeffrey R. of Winfield, IL; 15 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Leslie Funeral Home, Claysburg, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at Christ Lutheran Church. GLASS- Funeral services for Joan F. Glass of Claysburg will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Christ Lutheran Church, Claysburg, by the Rev. Andrew S. Fitch. Interment will be made at Alto-Reste Park, Altoona. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Leslie Funeral Home, Claysburg, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Claysburg Area Public Library, the Claysburg Area Community Park of Christ Lutheran Church. Altoona Mirror, August 20,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Frances V. Heaton Mrs. Frances V. Heaton, 59, 2895 Rosemary, Southington OH, formerly of Tyrone, died Sunday, August 15, 1999, at her home. She was born September 9, 1939, in Alexandria, the daughter of the late Jesse Sr. and Ruth (Gardner) Musselman. She married Daniel M. Heaton September 25, 1985. Mrs. Heaton was a member of the Warren Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall. She enjoyed animals and gardening. Surviving are her husband; a son, Jeff Cresswell of Altoona; three daughters: Cathy Butler-Cardenas of Warren, OH, Diane Woomer of Three Springs and Joyce Ayers of Bald Eagle; a stepson, Daniel M. Heaton II of Bellwood; three stepdaughters: Jennifer Estep, Stephanie Heaton and Lindsey McClellan, all of Bellwood; a sister Carol Watson of Beaver Dam, KY; a brother, Donald of Allport; and 10 grandchildren. A son, George Musser Jr., preceded her in death. Arrangements by Robert H. Roberts-Clark Memorial Home, Warren. Altoona Mirror, August 20,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. William L. Peck Sr. William L. Peck Sr., 74, 208 Willow Avenue, died Tuesday evening, August 17, 1999, at his residence. He was born May 5, 1925, in Bedford County, the son of the late Jesse L. and Stella P. (Pittman) Peck. He married Mary R. Miller July 14, 1946, in Altoona. Mr. Peck retired as a self employed contractor. Surviving are his wife; three daughters: Stella L. Bowman of Altoona, Eva M. Fauke in CA and Tammy L. in VA; four sons: William L. Jr. of Jacksonville, NC, Barry L. and Blake A., both of Altoona, and Thomas M. of Williamsburg; a brother, Dean in OH; a sister, Dorothy Watts of Altoona; several grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sons: Paul A. and Fred R.; and a daughter Kathy A. There will be no visitation. Arrangements by The Stevens Mortuary Inc. PECK- Memorial services for William L. Peck Sr. of 208 Willow Avenue will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Stevens Memorial Chapel, 1421 Eighth Avenue, by Pastor Peggy J. Bonsell. Interment will be made at Blair Memorial Park. There will be no visitation. Arrangements by The Stevens Mortuary Inc. Altoona Mirror, August 20,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. William J. Clabaugh William J. Clabaugh, 75, Box 117A, Avalon Road, Altoona RR 6, died Thursday, August 19, 1999. Arrangements by The Good Funeral Home Inc. at Alto-Reste Park Cemetery. Altoona Mirror, August 20,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Verna I. Shoenfelt Mrs. Verna I. Shoenfelt, 82, Morrisons Cove Home, Martinsburg, formerly of McKee, East Freedom RD, died Thursday afternoon, August 19, 1999, at Nason Hospital, Roaring Spring. Arrangements by J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring Spring. Altoona Mirror, August 20,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Sue Ellen Foster Mrs. Sue Ellen Foster, 49, 629 Harvard Lane, Greenwood, Altoona, died Thursday morning, August 19, 1999, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, following a lengthy illness. Arrangements by Mauk and Yates Funeral Home Inc., Juniata. Altoona Mirror, August 20,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Douglas I. Bonsell Douglas I. Bonsell, 47, 14635 Monmouth Drive, Burtonsbill, MD, died Wednesday, August 18, 1999. Arrangements will be made by Richard J. Searer Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone. Altoona Mirror, August 20,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. FUNERAL NOTICE Mary Margaret Civiello- Mary Margaret "Aunt Bid" Civiello, 520 Sixth Avenue, who died Wednesday morning, August 18, 1999, is survived by a grandnephew, Tony Pellegrino, and his wife, Kristine, of Tyrone. Altoona Mirror, August 20,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Birthday Memorial: Dustyn Rightenour - 8/20/94 - 8/4/97. Memorial: Edward C. Shaffer - August 20, 1998. Memorial: Howard F. Salesky - Aug. 2, 1912 - Aug. 20, 1997. William J. Clabaugh (photo) William J. Clabaugh, 75, Box 117A, Altoona RR 6, died Thursday, August 19, 1999, at Altoona Hospital, following a brief illness. He was born August 23, 1923, in Altoona, the son of Frank and Maude (Stiffler) Clabaugh. He married S. Louise Hamilton in 1946 at Otterbein United Methodist Church, Juniata. Mr. Clabaugh was a member of Otterbein United Methodist Church. He retired from Automotive Supply Co. after 40 years of service. Mr. Clabaugh was a 1941 graduate of Altoona High School. He was an Army veteran of World War II, serving in the European Theater. Mr. Clabaugh enjoyed golfing, bowling and baseball. He was a member of the Bavarian Aide Society, Heidelberg Country Club, and Sinking Valley Country Club and was scoutmaster for Bethany Lutheran Church Boy Scout Troop. Surviving are his wife; a daughter, Susan Sipes of Altoona; a son, Jeff of Reading; and four grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at The Good Funeral Home Inc., Alto-Reste Park. CLABAUGH- Funeral services for William J. Clabaugh will be held at 10 a.m. Monday that The Good Funeral Home Inc., Alto-Reste Park, by Pastor Norman Spangler. Interment will be at Alto-Reste Park Cemetery. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. He is also survived by three grandsons: Christopher and Cody Clabaugh and Matthew Sipes, and a granddaughter, Allison Sipes. Altoona Mirror, August 21,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Douglas I. Bonsell Douglas I. Bonsell, 47, 14635 Monmouth Drive, Burtonsville, MD, formerly of Tyrone died Wednesday, August 18, 1999. He was born August 21, 1951, in Altoona, the son of the Rev. Edward O. and Annis (Dayton) Bonsell. Mr. Bonsell had been employed as a senior territory manager of security systems by Securities Dynamics, Falls Church, VA. He was a 1969 graduate of Tyrone Area High School, attended Marion College, IN, and was a 1980 graduate of Penn State University with a degree in electrical engineering. Mr. Bonsell was an Air Force veteran. Surviving are his parents of Tyrone. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Candi, April 28, 1991. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Richard J. Searer Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone. BONSELL- A funeral service for Mr. Bonsell will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, August 23, 1999, at Richard J. Searer Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone, with the Rev. Norman E. Huff officiating. interment will be at Bald Eagle Cemetery. mr. Bonsell was of the Methodist faith. Contributions in his memory may be made to Spruce Creek United Methodist Church, Route 45, Spruce Creek, PA 16683, or the Salvation Army, 9 W. 10th Street, Tyrone, PA 16686. Altoona Mirror, August 21,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Birthday Memorial: David L. Bossler - 8/21/46 to 8/19/95. Sue Ellen Foster Mrs. Sue Ellen Foster, 49, 629 Harvard Lane, Greenwood, Altoona, died Thursday morning, August 19, 1999, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, following a lengthy illness. She was born August 12, 1950, in Altoona, the daughter of Howard Ralph and Florence Jessie (Boyles) Diehl. She married Bernard J. Foster May 8, 1982, at Greenwood United Methodist Church. Mrs. Foster was a member of Greenwood United Methodist Church. She was formerly employed as a home-health aide by the Home Nursing Agency. Mrs. Foster was a 1969 graduate of Altoona Area High School. Surviving are her husband; a daughter, Tessa Marie at home; two sisters: Maxine C. Bauer of Altoona and Vera K. Kline of Winter, TX; and three brothers: Paul R. of Erie, Robert D. and Richard C. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at Mauk and Yates Funeral Home Inc., Juniata. FOSTER- Services for Sue Ellen Foster will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, August 23, 1999, at Mauk and Yates Funeral Home Inc., Juniata, by the Rev. Robert Vizthum. Interment will be at Blair Memorial Park, Bellwood. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at Mauk and Yates Funeral Home Inc., Juniata. Altoona Mirror, August 21,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Robert M. Redinger Robert M. Redinger, 75, Hollidaysburg Veterans Home, formerly of Philadelphia, died Friday morning, August 20, 1999, at Van Zandt VA Medical Center, Altoona, following an extended illness. He was born April 10, 1924, in Ardamis, the son of the late Glenn R. and Betsy (Houser) Redinger. Mr. Redinger had been employed as a hotel manager in the Philadelphia area for 35 years. He was a 1942 graduate of Saxton Area High School. Mr. Redinger was an Army veteran of World War II. He enjoyed traveling and playing various musical instruments. Surviving are his foster parents, Joseph and Ruth Wilse of Saxton; and a sister, Grace E. Sell of Claysburg. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at The Good Funeral Home Inc., Alto-Reste Park. REDINGER- Funeral services for Robert M. Redinger will be held at noon Monday at The Good Funeral Home Inc., located at Alto-Reste Park, by the Rev. Randy L. Johnson. Interment will be at Alto-Reste Park Cemetery. He is survived by two nephews: James E. and Dave L. Bennett, both of Cumberland, MD; and a close friend, Ralph C. Moorehead of Altoona. Altoona Mirror, August 21,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Murray S. 'Dutch' Lauer Jr. (photo) Murray S. "Dutch" Lauer Jr., 21, 428 Ash Street, died Thursday afternoon, August 19, 1999, at his residence. He was born March 3, 1978, in Altoona, the son of Murray S. Sr. and Connie (Arnett) Lauer. Mr. Lauer was employed as a mechanic at Five Star Suzuki. He was a 1997 graduate of Altoona Area High School. Mr. Lauer enjoyed working on automobiles and motorcycle riding. Surviving are his parents; a sister, Brenda Donaughe of Altoona; two brothers: Steven of McAlevey's Fort and Joseph at home; and his grandmother, Helen Craig of Youngstown, OH. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at The Stevens Mortuary Inc. LAUER- The funeral of Murray S. "Dutch" Lauer Jr. of 428 Ash Street, will be held with a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. John's Catholic Church, Lakemont, by Father Paul Turnbull. Committal will be at Calvary Cemetery. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Avenue, where a vigil for the deceased will be held Monday. Altoona Mirror, August 21,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. John O. Miller John O. Miller, 85, St. Petersburg, FL, formerly of Altoona, died Thursday, August 19, 1999, at Palms of Pasadena Hospital, St. Petersburg. Mr. Miller was a member of Pasadena Community Church, St. Petersburg. He retired as an administrator in the Insurance and Safety Department of St. Petersburg, after 22 years of service. He then worked from 1987 to 1999 at his daughter's gift shop, Moon Shadow, at St. Petersburg Beach. Mr. Miller was a graduate of Penn State University with a degree in business. He was an Army veteran of World War II, serving as a technical sergeant and participated on a military mission to Russia. Surviving are three daughters: Alexa Apple, K-Ann Miller-McCleary and Jill, all of St. Petersburg; a sister, Emilie M. of Seminole, FL; and two grandchildren. Arrangements by Anderson-McQueen Funeral Homes and Cremation Tribute Center, Bobbit Chapel, St. Petersburg. Altoona Mirror, August 21,1999, A9, Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror. Memorial: Debbie Clinich - April 12, 1987 & Peggy (Clinich) Dickman - August 21, 1988. Memorial: Richard J. Palazzi - 6/28/35 - 8/21/98.