OBIT EXTRACTS: Surnames beginning with: "B" http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/pa/cambria/ ________________________________________________ Name: BABISH, Steffie Died: 10 Jul 2003 Born: (age 77) Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: E7 Obit Date: 13 Jul 2003 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BAILEY, Annie B. Died: 15 Apr 1993; Alliance, OH; Rose Lawn Geriatric Ctr Born: 16 Mar 1906; Nicktown Parents: Charles & Elizabeth (Lance) Schilling Spouse: Francis W. Bailey Prec. Death: Parents; husband (d. 1975); sister - Marie Natcher; brother - Louis Survived By: Daughter - Elizabeth Airhart (w/o Eugene); 2 grandchildren; siblings - Blanche Fetterman, Walter, Helen Bishop, Andrew, Henry, Samuel, Francis, Wilford, Alfonse, Regis Buried: St. Nicholas Catholic church cemetery Newspaper: Union Press Courier Obit Date: 29 Apr 1993 Contributed By: Norine Swisher ________________________________________________ Name: BAILEY, Catherine L. Died: 11 Dec 1994; Haida Manor, Hastings Born: 26 Jul 1904; Patton Parents: Evan & Isabella (Rennie) Jenkins Spouse: William Bailey Prec. Death: Parents; husband (d. 30 Sep 1966); infant children - James, Carl, Margaret, Anthony; sons - Edwin & William C.; sisters - Mae Fryer & Isabel Conrad; brother - Daniel; granddaughter - Mary Theresa Bailey; great-nieces - Sharon Catherine Schenk & Melissa Miller Survived By: Children - Mary Eleanor Molnar; Elizabeth Sterrick (w/o James), John (h/o Bonnie Butterworth), Walter (h/o Judy Westrick), Dorothy Bechel (w/o Dan); 21 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; twin sister - Elizabeth Petresky Buried: St. Benedict's Church cemetery; Carrolltown Newspaper: Union Press Courier Obit Date: 22 Dec 1994 Contributed By: Norine Swisher ________________________________________________ Name: BAILEY, Danny Ray "Pete" Died: 26 May 2002 Born: (age 50) Buried: Mount Hope Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: D7 Obit Date: 29 May 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BAILEY, Edna M. Died: 11 Jan 1995; Altoona Hospital Born: 3 Nov 1916; Patton Parents: James & Ethel (Beckwith) Bailey Prec. Death: Parents; son - James; brothers - Bert & James; sister - Ruth. Last surviving member of immediate family. Survived By: Children - Forest R. Bailey, Elaine Hitch, Connie Marie Garrity; 19 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren Buried: Fairview Cemetery; Patton Newspaper: Union Press Courier Obit Date: 19 Jan 1995 Contributed By: Norine Swisher ________________________________________________ Name: BAILEY, George W., Jr. Died: 29 Jan 2004; Memorial Medical Center Born: 23 Jul 1960; Johnstown Parents: George W., Sr., & Elizabeth (Ross) Bailey Spouse: Tunya Anderson Prec. Death: Parents; brother - James Allen Bailey Survived By: Wife; 3 children - Monica M. Anderson, Derek F. Anderson, Katlyn L. Bailey; siblings - Linda Anderson (h/o Le Roy), Randy (h/o Barbara Croyle), Candy Campbell, Harriet Cislo (w/o Frank); aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins Buried: Forest Lawn Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 31 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BAILEY, James E. Died: 7 Apr 1993; VA Hospital; Pittsburgh Born: 26 Nov 1942; Patton Parents: Mother - Edna Bailey Survived By: Mother; children - David J., Annette Rolfes, Tamana, Michelle; 6 grandchildren; siblings - Florest, Elaine Hitch, Connie Garrity Buried: Fairview Cemetery; Patton Newspaper: Union Press Courier Obit Date: 22 Apr 1993 Contributed By: Norine Swisher ________________________________________________ Name: BAIR, Kenneth W., Sr. Died: 17 Jan 2004; Memorial Medical Center Born: 10 Jun 1959; Baltimore, MD Parents: Harvey & Patricia (Hubbard) Bair Spouse: Jean A. Johns Prec. Death: Grandparents; grandson - Trent Survived By: Parents; wife;; children - Andrea (w/o Gerald Drake), Tina Dickson, Warren Dickson, Jr., Kenneth Bair, Jr., David, Jennifer Bair; 7 grandchildren; siblings - Harvey, Ronnie, & Bonnie Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 19 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BAKALBASSI, Lorraine Died: 26 Nov 2004 Born: (age 84) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 29 Nov 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BAKALE, Francis Died: 2 Jul 2005 Born: (age 82) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 4 Jul 2005 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BAKER, Guy W. Died: 18 Feb 1952; Latrobe Hospital Born: (age 76) Spouse: Annie L. Mowry Survived By: Wife Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 26 Obit Date: 19 Feb 1952 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BAKER, Margaret L. (Koffman) Died: 3 Jul 2006 Born: (age 74) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 5 Jul 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BAKER, Susan Died: 29 Sep 1951; Windber Born: 2 Oct 1917; Windber Parents: Steve 7 Anna (Kovach) Bradychok Spouse: Steve Baker (m. 2 Sep 1935) Prec. Death: Father Survived By: Mother; husband; children - Alice & Stephen; siblings - Mrs. Mary Appel, Mrs. Anna Berkebile, Mrs. Helen Horne, John, Andrew, Mrs. Pauline Wonyetyk Newspaper: Johnstown Tribune Obit Date: 29 Sep 1951 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BALCHIN, Helen T. Died: 31 Jan 2004; Martinsburg, PA Born: 11 Dec 1928; Conemaugh Parents: Michael & Sofia (Kish) Talabovich Spouse: Michael Balchin Prec. Death: Parents; husband; sister - Mary Holub Survived By: Children - Arlene (w/o Harry C. Clark), Michael J. (h/o Jean A. Lehman); grandchildren - Tyler James & Alyssa Clark, Michael Richard Balchin; sister - Ethel Talabovich; sister-in-law - Ann Bizjak; nephews - Anthony, Thomas & Christoper Bizjak; William Tomaskovich, Nicholas Holub; niece - Stephanie Rovansek; Barbara Holub Buried: Grandview Mausoleum Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 1 Feb 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BALCHIN, Helen T. Died: 31 Jan 2004 Born: (age 75) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 2 Feb 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BALDISH, Robin M. Died: 19 Apr 2002 Born: (age 41) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: E7 Obit Date: 21 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BALDISH, Robin M. Died: 19 Apr 2002; Memorial Medical Center Born: 22 Jun 1960; Johnstown Parents: Walter E. & Roseann (McGlynn) Rankin Spouse: Robert W. Baldish Prec. Death: Mother Survived By: Father; husband; daughters - Brandi (w/o Joe Stiffler), Emily Walters; grandson - Cory Stiffler; sister - Darlene Rankin; brother - Walter Rankin; nieces & nephew Buried: Pineland Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C13 Obit Date: 20 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BALDWIN, Elizabeth Ann "Liz" Died: 2 Jul 2004; Johnstown Born: 15 Jul 1937; Johnstown Parents: Gilbert & Alta (Whited) Baldwin Prec. Death: Parents; brother - Gilbert; grandson - Brian Matthew Survived By: Daughter - Jennifer Fetsko-Bauer; sister - Bonnie Bracken; brother - Thomas Baldwin; grandsons - Mark & Michael Fetsko Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 3 Jul 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BALDWIN, James Arthur Died: 28 Jun 2005; UPMC Born: 22 Jan 1942; Johnstown Parents: George Earl & Melvena Weaver Baldwin Spouse: Romayne Baldwin (former wife) Prec. Death: Parents Survived By: Former wife; daughter - Kimberly Ann Pavic (w/o Richard); grandson - Justin R. Pavic; brother - Robert E. (h/o Patricia Baldwin); special nephew - Mike Baldwin; other nephews & nieces Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 1 Jul 2005 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BALLOW, Josephine "Fen" Died: 30 Oct 2006; Jackson Twp. Born: 6 Jun 1925; Johnstown Parents: Joseph & Genevieve (Grata) Wiktor Spouse: Alex Ballow (m. 58 yrs.) Prec. Death: Parents; brothers - Chester & Edward Survived By: Husband; daughter - Paulette (w/o Robert E. "Sam" Baker), son - Alex J. Ballow, Jr.; grandson - Thomas A. Ciner; brother - Joseph R. Wiktor (h/o Sharon); sister - Connie DeBella; sister-in-law - Betty Wiktor; many nieces & nephews Buried: Forest Lawn Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 1 Nov 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BALUM, Irene Died: 30 Oct 2004; Memorial Medical Center Born: 4 Jul 1915; Nanty Glo Parents: John & Cora (Dukes) Dyson Spouse: (1) Woodrow Burkhart; (2) Peter M. Baum Prec. Death: Parents; both husbands; son - Floyd K. Burkhart; granddaughter - Nicole; sister - Delores; brothers - Leonard & John. Last surviving member of immediate family. Survived By: Children - Shirley Cameron (w/o Ronald), Phyllis Wood (w/o Bobby), Patty Howey (w/o Edward), Judith Rose (w/o Hobart Revloc), Roger Burkhart (h/o Mary), Charles Burkhart, Dwight Burkhart (h/o Carol), Irene Lee (w/o John); 21 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren & great-great-grandchildren Buried: Pike Brethren Cemetery; Mundy's Corner Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 1 Nov 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BANKS, Charles E. Died: 15 Jul 2003; Somerset Born: 17 Jul 1945; Meyersdale Parents: Theodore & Florence (Scott) Banks Prec. Death: Parents; brother - James Survived By: Children - Charlene, Tracie; brothers - Theodore & William Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C9 Obit Date: 18 Jul 2003 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BANTLEY, Jane K. Died: 16 Jan 2004; Windber Born: 3 Jan 1916; Johnstown Parents: Edgar W. & Ivia P. (Sorber) Giles Spouse: Charles K. Bantley Prec. Death: Parents; husband (d. 29 Nov 1990); sister - Betty Lugar Survived By: Daughters - Suzanne B. (w/o Dale J. Urban), Leslie B. (w/o Gene P. Shaffer); grandchildren - Elizabeth & Christopher Urban, Sara & Todd Shaffer; brother - Edgar "Bud" J. Giles (h/o Lois); numerous nieces & nephews Buried: Richland Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 17 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BANTLEY, Jane K. Died: 16 Jan 2004; Windber Born: 3 Jan 1916; Johnstown Parents: Edgar W. * Ivia P. (Sorber) Giles Spouse: Charles K. Bantley Prec. Death: Parents; husband (d. 29 Nov 1990); sister - Betty Lugar Survived By: Daughters - Suzanne B. (w/o Dale J. Urban), Leslie B. (w/o Gene P. Shaffer; grandchildren - Elizabeth & Christopher Urban, Sara & Todd Shaffer; brother - Edgar "Bud" J. Giles (h/o Lois); numerous nieces & nephews Buried: Richland Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 18 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BANTLEY, Susan Died: 14 Jun 1931; 7th Ward Born: (age 86); Elton Parents: Mr. & Mrs. Henry Dunmeyer Spouse: Gottlieb Bantley [sic] Prec. Death: Husband (d. 10 Jan 1908) Survived By: Son - Roy Bantly; several step-children Newspaper: Johnstown Tribune Obit Date: 15 Jun 1931 Contributed By: Dave Ruckser ________________________________________________ Name: BANTLY, Richard Clair Died: 12 May 1991; Memorial Hospital Born: 8 Feb 1919; Johnstown Parents: Roy & Lulu (Baumgardner) Bantly Spouse: (1) Violet Folstick; (2) Dorothy Boyer; (3) Janet Crum Prec. Death: Parents; 1st wife; 2nd wife; sister - Lois McConnell Survived By: 3rd wife; children - Carlyn Toth (w/o Richard); Beverly Hummel (w/o James), Deborah Chaffin, George (w/o Melanie Lees), Richard; 6 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; brother - Gernice Owen (w/o Curtis) Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Nanty Glo Journal News. Page: 9D Obit Date: 15 May 1991 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BANTLY, Roy B. Died: 14 Feb 1948 (sic); Memorial Hospital Born: 31 Oct 1885; Johnstown Parents: Gottlieb & Susan (Dunmire) Bantly Spouse: Lula Baumgardner Survived By: Wife; children - Mrs. Lois McConnell, Bernice Owen (w/o Curtis), Richard Clair (h/o Viola Faulstick); 4 grandchildren; 1 sister - Rose L. Bantly; nephew - Dr. Victor S. Bantly; niece - Mrs. Archie Swanger Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Johnstown Tribune Obit Date: 14 Feb 1949 Contributed By: Dave Ruckser ________________________________________________ Name: BARBER, Ara J. "AJ" Died: 20 Nov 2004; Titusville, FL Born: 19 Jul 1921; Youngstown, OH Parents: Ambrose & Gertrude Barber Spouse: Angeline DeBarto (m. 57 yrs) Survived By: Wife; daughter - Patty Armbrust (w/o Keith); son - Kum (h/o Carol Yingling); grandchildren - Jim (h/o Angie), Casey, Katie & Tessa; sister - Betty Bjork; brothers-in-law - Pat (h/o Della), Eugene (h/o marge); nieces & nephews Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 23 Nov 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BARBER, James E. Died: 4 Nov 2004; Hagerstown, MD Born: 2 Sep 1917; Culver Parents: Samuel & Caterine (Pugliese) Barber Spouse: Anna Marie Crisafulli (m. 66 yrs) Prec. Death: Parents; sisters - Mary Lokey, Julia Tishok, Josephine Salvetti; brothers - Samuel, Leonard, Richard Survived By: Wife; daughter - Kathryn Ann; grandchildren - Anthony James Twigg (h/o Tara); jill Ritter (w/o Joseph); great-grandchildren - Katlyn & Matthew Ritter, Kara, Emily & Corrine Twigg; siblings - William Barber, Theresa Eppolito Buried: Holy Name Mausoleum Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 6 Nov 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BARCZYK, Joseph M. Died: 22 Apr 2002 Born: 12 Aug 1919; Portage Twp. Parents: Adalbert & Mary(Helmecka) Barczyk Spouse: Marie Smay (m. 55 yrs) Prec. Death: Parents; step-father - John Broniak; sisters - Maria Kuzma, Nora Sabo, Lottie Harris; half-brothers - Theodore, John & Edward Broniak; half-sisters - Stella King & Blanche Broniak Survived By: Wife; daughter - Fay (w/o Francis Serbian); granddaughter - Tracy Serbian; sister - Rose Gerlisky; half-brother - Henry Broniak Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C11 Obit Date: 23 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BARKHIMer, Barbara V. Died: 11 Apr 1977; Ebensburg Born: 11 Mar 1891; Mt. Savage, MD Parents: Richard M. & Annabelle (Tharp) Parker Spouse: Charles Barkhimer Prec. Death: Husband; 2 daughters; 3 brothers; 2 sisters Survived By: Children - Mrs. Sarah James, William H., Charles, Mrs. Mary Jane Swartz, Allen; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; brother - Robert Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 12 Apr 1977 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BARKHIMER, Charles Died: 28 Dec 1972; Memorial Hospital Born: 13 Apr 1888; Conemaugh Parents: Lewis & Rachel (Wissinger) Barkhimer Spouse: Barbara V. Parker Prec. Death: Parents; daughters - Dorothy & Ellen; 2 brothers; 1 sister Survived By: Wife; children - Sarah James, Charles L. (h/o Virginia Clements), William H. (h/o Jane Mattingly), Allen, Mary Jane Swartz (w/o Richard D.); 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 30 Dec 1972 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BARKHIMER, Joseph W. Died: 30 Jan 1992; Conemaugh Hospital Born: 2 Jun 1913; Conemaugh Parents: Joseph H. & Ida M. (Byers) Barkhimer Spouse: Dorothy Bracken Prec. Death: Parents; brother - Benjamin Survived By: Wife; children - Norma Speicher, Betty Barker; 2 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; brother - Russell Buried: Forest Lawn Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 31 Jan 1991 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BARNETTE, William Died: 31 Oct 2006; Memorial Medical Center Born: 9 Mar 1949; Johnstown Parents: Mitchell & Eloise (William) Barnette Prec. Death: Father Survived By: Mother; siblings - Collie Barnette, Robert (h/o Permelia), Sharlene Darnell Barnette, Frankie (h/o Marion Thompson); nieces & nephews - Robert Jr., Darnell, LaRonn, Keenan, LaPree, J'Lon, Pierce, Latisa, Mercedes, Nicole, Darnell Jr., Anichia, Sa'Veon, Jordan & Daven Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 2 Nov 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BARNHART, Louise Died: 15 Apr 2002; Richland Twp. Born: 25 May 1922; New Paris Parents: Benjamin & Cleo (Crissman) Bender Spouse: Jack Barnhart Prec. Death: Parents; husband; brothers - Orin, Russell, Vernon, & Wayne; sisters - Rena Clark & Sara Bauer; grandson - Stephen Gross Survived By: Daughters - Cindi Tyson (w/o Bill), Lynne Williams (w/o Bill), Jackie Pyshnik (w/o Bill); grandchildren - Sabrina, Shawna, Wendy, & Doug; great-grandchildren - Stephen , Justin, Samantha, Kelby, Maranda, Tanner, & Hayley; siblings - Ann Stutzman, Pauline Boyko; several nieces & nephews Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: D7 Obit Date: 17 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BARONI, Louise Died: 4 Oct 2006; Select Specialty Care Born: 28 Nov 1926; Stoystown Parents: Otto & Selma (Gustafson) Swanson Spouse: Jack Baroni Prec. Death: Parents; husband (d. 24 Feb 1997); siblings - Hilda, Freida, James & Carl Survived By: Nieces & nephews - Rosalind Gordon, Gary Baroni, Marie Plastrelli, Donna DeGiorgis, Eugene Baroni, Thelma Bullins, Robert Digillo, Maureen Alender, & James, John & Amy Swanson; SIL - Victoria Gordon & Rose Baroni Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: TD Obit Date: 6 Oct 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BAROSKY, Joseph Died: 4 Jul 2005; Nanty Glo Born: 6 Nov 1929; Aultman Parents: Peter & Katherine (Trenchak) Barosky Prec. Death: Parents; sister - Mary; brothers - John, Peter, Jr.; infant brother Survived By: Sisters - Ann Szymusiak, Marie Flanagan; brother - Charles; many nieces & nephews Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 5 Jul 2005 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BARRON, Genevieve V. Died: 8 Nov 2004; Somerset Hospital Born: 14 Apr 1921; Boswell Parents: Peter A. & Elizabeth (Shippey) Corley Spouse: Dwight Barron, Jr. (m. 63 yrs) Prec. Death: Parents; brothers - Glenn "Pete", Walter A., Harry L. Survived By: Husband; son - Carlton Dwight Barron III (h/o Judy Lappi); grandsons - Bradley C., Corey D. (h/o Kelly Rafferty) Buried: Jenner Crossroad Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 10 Nov 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BARRON, Genevieve V. (Corley) Died: 8 Nov 2004; Somerset Hospital Born: (age 83) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 9 Nov 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BARTLEBAUGH, Anna Mary Died: 30 May 2002; Arbutus Park Manor Born: (age 88) Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: E7 Obit Date: 2 Jun 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BARTLEBAUGH, Anna Mary Died: 30 May 2002; Arbutus Park Manor Born: 3 Jun 1913; Gray, PA Parents: Jacob Austin & Mary (Kimmel) Gardner Spouse: Clark Edward Bartlebaugh Prec. Death: Parents; husband; son - Richard G.; brothers - Tom, Richard, Harry, James, Homer & Harold; sisters - Naomi Wertz, Ruth Simon Survived By: Daughter - John N. Replogle (w/o Carl), daughter-in-law - Carol Kirby; sisters-in-law - Louise Gardner, Ethel Gardner, Irene Gardner; grandchildren - Craig Bartlebaugh (h/o Carol), Susan Stead (w/o Gary), John Bartlebaugh, David Replogle (h/o Patricia), Greg Replogle (h/o Julie); great-grandchildren - Danielle, Kathryn, & Brian Stead, Hannah, Kayla, Lindsay, & Isaac Replogle Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 1 Jun 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BARTLEWSKI, Richard Stanley, Sr. Died: 28 May 2002; Chowchilla, CA Born: 19 Dec 1947; Detroit Buried: Chowchilla District Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C11 Obit Date: 31 May 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BARTOSH, Betty Died: 30 Jun 2003 Born: 7 Mar 1930 Parents: Donald James & Sarah Barkhimer Prec. Death: Parents Survived By: Daughter - Ruth Gahagan; granddaughters - Erin & Chelsea Gahagan; great-grandson - McKalib Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C15 Obit Date: 3 Jul 2003 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BASILE, Anne Frances Died: 1 Jul 2006; Johnstown Born: (age 93); Barnesboro Parents: Anthony & Anna (Certo) Basile Prec. Death: Parents; siblings - Frank, Tony, Grace, Nina & Mary Survived By: Brother - Dominic A. "Brazz" Basile Buried: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 3 Jul 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BASSETT, George R. Died: 4 Sep 1937; South Fork Born: 19 Oct 1866; Liverpool, England Spouse: Mary Seibert Prec. Death: Wife. Last member of family of 11 Survived By: Children - Mrs. Edward Sanders, William Bassett, Ralph Bassett, Mrs. James Lentine, Mrs. Florence Christner; 9 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren Buried: South Fork Cemetery Newspaper: Johnstown Tribune Obit Date: 6 Sep 1937 Contributed By: Kelly Kendig ________________________________________________ Name: BASSETT, Mary K. Died: 28 Jan 1929; South Fork Born: (age 60 yrs); Wilmore Parents: Daniel & Susan (Pringle) Seibert Spouse: George R. Bassett, Sr. Prec. Death: Parents Survived By: Husband; children - Mrs. Olive Lydic, William G., George R. Jr., Ralph, Mrs. Florence Christner, Miss Esther Bassett; sisters - Mrs. George Costello, Mrs. W. L. Hull; half-brother - Daniel Seibert; 8 grandchildren Buried: South Fork Cemetery Newspaper: Johnstown Tribune News. Page: 23 Obit Date: 28 Jan 1929 Contributed By: Kelly Kendig ________________________________________________ Name: BASSETT, Richard L. Died: 18 Apr 2002; South Fork Born: 1 Jan 1938; South Fork Parents: William G., Jr., & Norma (Heilman) Bassett Spouse: (1) Leola Jones; (2) Carol Sikora Prec. Death: Parents; 1st wife; infant son - Robert Survived By: 2nd wife; children - Danny, Timothy (h/o Sharon Johns), Valerie (w/o Michael Varnish), Leslie (w/o Roger Dunn; grandchildren - Timothy II, Casey, Chelsea Bassett, Ciara Varnish, Richard Dunn; brothers - Barry (h/o Pat Treacy), Alan Buried: South Fork Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C13 Obit Date: 20 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BASSETT, Richard L. Died: 18 Apr 2002; South Fork Born: (age 64) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C11 Obit Date: 19 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BASTIAN, Rebecca S. "Becky" Died: 28 Apr 2002; Memorial Medical Center Born: 20 Oct 1919; Portage Parents: George & Mary (Crum) Bowser Spouse: Leo N. Bastian Prec. Death: Parents; husband; 4 brothers; 1 sister. Last member of immediate family. Survived By: Daughters - Patricia (w/o Ron Kehn), Barbara (w/o Rich Greczek), Kathleen (w/o Darrell Merrill), Karen (w/o David Shock), Victoria (w/o Robert Shaw), Virginia (w/o George Stephens); 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren Buried: St. Bartholomew Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C7 Obit Date: 29 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BATTISTE, Rose M. Died: 7 Apr 2002; Laurel Wood Care Center Born: 19 Sep 1913; Italy Parents: Carmine & Louisa (DiNardo) Battiste Prec. Death: Parents; sister - Angeline Blaschak; brothers - Nicholas & Alfred Survived By: Brother - John (h/o Mildred Solgan); nieces & nephews - Louise Thomson, Bernadette Kraynick, Barbara Krouse, Nicholas Battiste, Edward Battiste, Anthony Battiste; 11 grandnieces & nephews Buried: St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C7 Obit Date: 8 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BAUGHMAN, Bessie (Chapman) Died: 2 Jun 2002; Laurel Crest Manor Born: 27 Feb 1932; Nanty Glo Parents: James & Elizabeth (Jones) Chapman Spouse: Earl Baughman Prec. Death: Parents; husband; sisters - Caroline Truskey, Irene Morgan Survived By: Children - Debra Burke (w/o Thomas III), Douglas R. (h/o Roxann Altimus); grandchildren - Thomas J. Burke IV, Jacob Aaron Burke, Tyler Baughman, Elijah Baughman; sister - Margaret Robinson; brother - James Chapman Buried: Forest Lawn Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C7 Obit Date: 3 Jun 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BAUMGARDNER, (Infant) Died: 23 May 1925; Richland Twp. Parents: Mahlon J. & Lillie (Myers) Baumgardner Buried: Richland Cemetery Newspaper: Daily Tribune News. Page: 15 Obit Date: 23 May 1925 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BAUMGARDNER, Darlene S. Died: 2 Feb 2004 Born: (age 57) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 3 Feb 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BAUMGARDNER, June L. Died: 30 Jan 1978; 516 Cherry Lane Born: 5 Apr 1917; Elton Parents: L. E. & Lydia (Rhoads) Helsel Spouse: Dwayne Baumgardner Prec. Death: Parents; brothers - Greer & Guy Survived By: Husband; brother - Otis Buried: Richland Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 31 Jan 1978 Contributed By: Dave Ruckser ________________________________________________ Name: BAXTER, Lloyd Jack Died: 14 Apr 2002; Johnstown Born: (age 92) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 16 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BAXTER, Lloyd Jack Died: 14 Apr 2002; Johnstown Born: 15 Jan 1910; Barbour Co., AL Parents: Rev. William & Della (Beasley) Baxter Spouse: Anna Mae Fryer Prec. Death: Parents; grandsons - Victor D. Ingram & Timothy Irving Baxter, Jr.; granddaughter - Tonya Lynn Thompson; brothers - Foy, Charles W., Isaac, Benjamin, Harvey, & Orie Survived By: Wife; children - Edgar C., Lloyd Jr. (h/o Kathleen Ingram), Lamar (h/o Katrinka Tanner), Timothy Irving (h/o Joyce Walls); 26 grandchildren; 61 great-grandchildren; brothers - William Buddy, Otis, Artis, Frank; sisters - Magnolia Lampley, Eula Mae Pouncy, Marie Baxter; great-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews; cousins Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: D7 Obit Date: 18 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BAXTER, Thomas R. Died: 4 Jul 2003 Born: (age 75) Newspaper: Tribune-Dmocrat News. Page: C7 Obit Date: 7 Jul 2003 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BEAM, Lloyd Died: 11 Dec 1991; Maple Mountain Manor, Berlin Born: 6 Apr 1907; Edie Parents: William & Nettie (Daniels) Beam Spouse: Betsy Speicher Prec. Death: Parents; wife; daughters - Sandra & Sylvia Survived By: Children - Lloyd, Helen Burrows, William, Ruth Shaffer, Florence Strohmyer, Ed, Bertha Bassett, Margaret Martin, Calvin, C. James, Burley, Homer; siblings - Clyde, Stanley, Charles, Roy, William, Bessie Warren, Dorothy Saylor Buried: Stahl Mennonite Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C7 Obit Date: 13 Dec 1991 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BEARD, Patty Adell Died: 15 Jul 1980; rear 119 Du Pont St. Born: 23 Jan 1948; Johnstown Parents: William K., Sr., & Jane (Culin) Maze Prec. Death: Father Survived By: Mother; daughter - Janie Lee; siblings - Carol Mitchell (w/o Curtis), William Jr., & Pamela Maze Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 28 Obit Date: 17 Jul 1980 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BECHEL, Archibald F. "Archie" Died: 29 Jun 2003; Ebensburg Born: 23 Mar 1946; Spangler Parents: Clair & Fredricka (Nealen) Bechel Spouse: Donna Brothers (m. 30 yrs) Prec. Death: Parents Survived By: Wife; children - Joseph Bechel, Eloise Lampa (w/o Arnold), Sharon Bechel, Adam Bechel; granddaughter - Makensey; siblings - Donna Fleming, Judy Roush, Constance Anstead; mother-in-law - Jean Neri; father-in-law - John Brothers & his wife - Betty Buried: St. Nicholas Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: D5 Obit Date: 2 Jul 2003 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BECKMAN, John E. Died: 27 Nov 2004; Laurel Crest Rehab Center Born: 24 jan 1912; South Fork Parents: John & Annie (Owens) Beckman Spouse: Evelyn Shea Prec. Death: Parents; wife; brothers - David H. & Owen Survived By: Son - John E. II (h/o Gretchen Horvath); daughter - Johanna (w/o David Harris); grandchildren - Holly, Jonathan, John, Megan, & Alexandra Buried: South Fork Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 29 Nov 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BECKMAN, John E. Died: 27 Nov 2004; Laurel Crest Rehab Center Born: (age 92) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 30 Nov 2005 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BEDNAR, Lena Marie Died: 3 Jul 2005; Bradford Born: 18 Feb 1918; Large, PA Parents: Paul & Cesira (Ecriline) Scardigli Spouse: Joseph J. Bednar Prec. Death: Parents; husband (d. Dec 1996); sister - Ann Koval; brother- Charles Survived By: Children - Robert, Joseph, Patricia A. Smith; 8 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brother - Dino Scardigli Buried: Holy Name Mausoleum, Ebensburg Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 6 Jul 2005 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BEEGLE, Eugene H. "Pete" Died: 4 May 2002 Born: (age 85) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C11 Obit Date: 7 May 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BEEGLE, Eugene H. "Pete" Died: 4 May 2002; Windber Medical Center Born: 11 Mar 1917; Rainsburg, PA Parents: Miriam Gindlesperger Spouse: Phyllis Adams Prec. Death: Mother; stepfather - W. B. Miller Survived By: Wife; brothers & sisters-in-law - Dorothy Davis, Sarah Hotham, Robert Adams, Richard Adams, Telford Adams; aunts - Lucille Roth & Josephine Gindlesperger Buried: Richland Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C7 Obit Date: 6 May 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BEGENY, George Died: 5 Apr 1965; Altoona General Hospital Born: 6 May 1892; Austria-Hungary Survived By: Children - John, George Jr., Mrs. Andrew Luckash, Mrs. Charles Rudiak, Mrs. Walter Stumpf, Joseph, Mrs. Thomas Illig, Michael Buried: SS Peter & Paul Byzantine Church cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 18 Obit Date: 6 Apr 1965 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BEGLEY, Verda M. Died: 13 Apr 2002 Born: (age 94) Parents: (Yoder) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: E7 Obit Date: 14 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BEGLEY, Verda M. Died: 13 Apr 2002; Richland Twp. Born: 15 May 1907; Somerset Co. Parents: Joseph & Gertrude (Sowerbrower) Yoder Spouse: Robert C. Begley Prec. Death: Parents; husband (d. 30 Nov 1974); daughter - Deborah Halgas; grandson - Russell Spiker; great-granddaughter - Kayla Albright; sister - Bessie Yoder; brothers - Richard, Joseph & Robert Survived By: Children - Wanda Sterner, Gloria (w/o John Jack Winters), Doris (w/o Kenneth Griffith, Milly (w/o Eugene Spiker), Catherine Kay (w/o Marlin Knisley), Roberta Bucky (w/o Bernard Gowarty), James (h/o Chris Kallman), David (h/o Betty Burnell); 19 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; siblings - Sara Ash, Edna Yoder, Donald Yoder Buried: St. James Cemetery, Jenner Twp., Somerset Co. Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C7 Obit Date: 15 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BEGLEY, Verda M. (Yoder) Died: 13 Apr 2002 Born: (age 94) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: E7 Obit Date: 14 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BELANTO, Lois T. Died: 1 Jul 2005; Lee Regional Hospital Born: 22 Aug 1926; South Fork Parents: George F. & Catherine (Stiffler) Hillegas Spouse: Joseph Belanto Prec. Death: Parents; sister - Pauline J. Wingard; brother - Mike Survived By: Husband; son - Peter (h/o Loren); grandchildren - Joseph, Ryan, Jordan; sister - Nadine Bailey; brother - Pat; sister-in-law - Gladys Hillegas Buried: Forest Lawn Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 3 Jul 2005 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BELCHER, Robert L. "Bob" Died: 26 Oct 2001; Milton, FL Spouse: Barbara J. Smith Survived By: Wife; daughter - Brenda Fellner (w/o Paul); sons - Ron Belcher; Brian (h/o Paula); grandchildren - Paul & Robert Fellner, Daniel & Emily Belcher; brother- & sister-in-law - Jack & mary Smith; niece - Nancy Gilbert (w/o Charlie) & their 3 children - Chuck, Ashley & Devon Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 5 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BELCHER, Robert L. "Bob" Died: 26 Oct 2001; Milton, FL Spouse: Barbara J. Smith Survived By: Wife; daughter - Brenda (w/o Paul Fellner); sons - Ron Belcher, Brian (h/o Paula); grandchildren - Paul & Robert Fellner, Daniel & Emily Belcher; brother-in-law - Jack (h/o Mary) Smith; niece - Nancy Gilbert (w/o Charlie) & their children - Chuck, Ashley, & Devon Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C11 Obit Date: 6 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker Comments: Memorial service ________________________________________________ Name: BELCHER, Robert L. "Bob" Died: 26 Oct 2002; Milton, FL Spouse: Barbara J. Smith Survived By: Wife; daughter - Brenda (w/o Paul Fellner); sons - Ron Belcher, Brian Belcher (h/o Paula); grandchildren - Paul & Robert Fellner, Daniel & Emily Belcher; brother-in-law - Jack Smith (h/o Mary); niece - Mary Gilbert (w/o Charlie) & their 3 children - Chuck, Ashley, & Devon Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 5 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BELLES, Betty J. Died: 3 Oct 1994; Nanty Glo Born: 28 Apr 1929; Lilly Parents: Samuel & Anna (Ott) Lee Spouse: Paul Belles, Jr. Prec. Death: Father; daughter - Paulett (d. 6 Aug 1986); sister - Thelma Brown Survived By: Mother, husband; children - Shirley Green, Paul III (h/o Lucy O'Hara); 6 grandchildren; siblings - James, Shirley Noel, Regis, Ruth Behe, Norman; Melvin Sr., Adam, Catherine Mullen, Florence Ondesko, Marian Dorsch, Nancy Wood, Bernard, Dorothy Roush Buried: St. Mary Cemetery, Nanty Glo Newspaper: Union Press Courier Contributed By: Norine Swisher Comments: Death date only. ________________________________________________ Name: BENDER, Aline Died: 23 Aug 1993; Garvey Manor, Hollidaysburg Born: 18 May 1901; Carrolltown Parents: Henry & Amelia (Schettig) Bender Spouse: Not married Prec. Death: Parents; siblings - Bede, Alvin, Maurice, Herman, Grace O'Neil, Edna Nightingale. Last surviving member of immediate family. Survived By: SIL's - Marie Bender, Naomi Bender; 13 nieces & nephews; many grandnieces & grandnephews Buried: St. Benedict Cemetery Newspaper: Union Press Courier Obit Date: 26 Aug 1993 Contributed By: Norine Swisher ________________________________________________ Name: BENDER, Earl A. Died: 15 Apr 1995; Laurel Crest Manor, Ebensburg Born: 24 Jul 1915; Patton Parents: Vincent J. & Della (McConnell) Bender Spouse: Marie B. Kirkpatrick Prec. Death: Parents; wife (d. 28 Dec 1981); brothers - John, Daniel, & Charles Survived By: Sisters - Catherine Long, Loretta Springer, Geraldine Neibauer Buried: St. Mary's Church cemetery Newspaper: Union Press Courier Obit Date: 20 Apr 1995 Contributed By: Norine Swisher ________________________________________________ Name: BENDER, Leon T. Died: 5 Dec 1993; Sonshine Manor, Fallentimber Born: 16 Aug 1912; St. Augustine Parents: Charles & Mary (Nable) Bender Spouse: Mildred R. Knotts (m. 20 Aug 1946; St. Augustine) Prec. Death: Parents; siblings - Joseph, Robert, Kenneth, Cressie Noel, Aileen Noel, infant brother, 2 infant sisters Survived By: Wife; children - Leonard Jr., Diane Hummel, Steven; 6 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; siblings - Olive Frye, George Buried: St. Augustine Cemetery Newspaper: Union Press Courier Contributed By: Norine Swisher Comments: Death date only. ________________________________________________ Name: BENDER, Marie M. Died: 3 Oct 2006; Indiana Regional Medical Center Born: 12 Sep 1912; Patton Parents: Adam & Matilda (Wirtner) Hitch Spouse: Maurice J. "Doc" Bender Prec. Death: Parents; husband; son - Donald Bender; daughter - Jeannie Hammond; grandson - Michael Bender Survived By: Children - Richard (h/o Barbara), Gerald (h.o Joan); SIL - Ronald Hammond; DIL - Janet Bender; 15 grandchildren; 7 step-grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 12 step-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces & nephews; last surviving member of immediate family Buried: St. Benedict Cemetery Newspaper: TD Obit Date: 4 Oct 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BENDER, Mary Elizabeth Died: 11 Apr 2002; Memorial Medical Center Born: 8 Aug 1912; Johnstown Parents: Frank & Batilda (Bevc) Umek Spouse: Kephart J. Bender Prec. Death: Parents; husband; brothers - Frank & William; sisters - Pauline Tomak & Matilda Rudolph Survived By: Son - Donald J. (h/o Lois Jean Fry); grandsons - David & Michael; great-grandsons - Collin, Timothy, Matthew, & Luke; sister - Mildred (w/o Paul Havrilesky; several nieces & nephews Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C9 Obit Date: 12 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BENDON, James F. Died: 31 Oct 2006; Altoona Born: 23 Aug 1942; Gallitzin Parents: Clair & Anna (Sherokie) Bendon Spouse: Deanna M. Waksmonski (m. 25 May 1958; Coupon) Prec. Death: Parents Survived By: Wife; two daughters - Marlene M. Bendon & Maria A. Preusser (w/o James); 2 brothers - Robert & Raymond Bendon Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 1 Nov 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BENGELE, Engelbert M. "Bert" Died: 2 Feb 1952; Pittsburgh Born: 26 Sep 1870; Loretto Parents: Florian & Francesca (Hand) Bengele Spouse: Charlotte Tomlinson (m. 14 Feb 1899) Prec. Death: Son - Florian C. Survived By: Wife; children - Charles E., Mrs. Thomas Devine, Lambert A., Mary Eliza, Madeline D., Mary Laura Boes; 9 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren Buried: St. Michael's Church cemetery; Loretto Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 16 Obit Date: 4 Feb 1952 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BENJACK, Timothy M. "Tim" Died: 4 Nov 2006; Memorial Medical Center Born: 24 Jul 1965; Windber Parents: Dennis & Roberta "Bobbie" (Fowler) Benjack Prec. Death: Father; paternal grandfather - Andrew Benjack; maternal grandparents - Orr and Edna (Richardson) Fowler Survived By: Mother; son - Justin Benjack; paternal grandmother - Agnes (Zurilla) Benjack; siblings - Shelly (w/o Martin Rosemas & Robert; nephew - Luke Rosemas Buried: Prospect Cemetery; Portage Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 6 Apr 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BENNETT, Carl B. "Konk" Died: 1 Apr 1993; Altoona, James E. VanZandt Vet Hos Born: 28 Sep 1930; Utahville Parents: William & Sadie (Rice) Bennett Spouse: Sophie Gubash (m. 9 May 1962; Glasgow) Prec. Death: Wife (d. 28 Dec 1982); 6 infant children; grother - Lester; sister - Kathleen Lapus Survived By: Children - Mark W., Mary E., Freda K.; step-son - Bob Thompson; several grandchildren; siblings - Jerry, Tom, Jim, William, Elvina Hazel, Martha Miller, Betty Bollinger Buried: Brisbin Cemetery; Brisbin Newspaper: Union Press Courier Obit Date: 8 Apr 1993 Contributed By: Norine Swisher ________________________________________________ Name: BENNETT, Russell C., Sr. Died: 17 Jan 2004; UPMC Lee Regional Born: 4 Jun 1928; Johnstown Parents: Wilbur & Leeta (Goughnour) Bennett Spouse: Pauline M. Miller Prec. Death: Parents; wife; 2 sisters; 1 brother Survived By: Children - Mary Emma (w/o Harry Miller), Russell C. Jr. (h/o Amy Bee), Nadine L. (w/o Andrew Porter), Wanda A. Bennett, Paul J. (w/o Gary Bowers), Barbara E., (w/o Daniel Kukola), Timothy J. (h/o Robin Habel); 11 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters; 3 brothers Buried: Stahl Mennonite Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 18 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BENSON, Mary Ann Died: 15 May 1926; Morrellville Born: 14 Aug 1846; 9th Ward Parents: Henry & Nancy (Peden) Gore Spouse: Thomas Benson (m. 1864) Survived By: Husband; daughter - Mrs. John Plunk; sons - William H. Benson, Hall Benson, Olivery Perry Bensonk John D. Benson; 14 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; sisters - Mrs. William Dodson, Mrs. John Maloy Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Johnstown Tribune Obit Date: 17 May 1926 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BERARDINELLI, Yolanda Died: 2 Oct 2006; Presbyterian Home, Hollidaysburg Born: 16 Mar 1923; Colver Parents: Giovanni & Maria (Perfetti) Maniccia Spouse: Raymond A. Berardinelli Prec. Death: Parents; husband (d. 3 Oct 2004); siblings - Victoria Hite, Louise Dellarco; Mario, gus, Dominic, Frindo, Tony & Albert Maniccia. Survived By: Children: Gail Peduzzi (w/o Ed), Raymond (h/o Gwen Roland), Dr. Nelson (h/o Nina Sharbaugh), Christina Berardinelli; grandchildren: Raymond & Nicholas Berardinelli, Edward & Elizabeth Peduzzi, Nelson & Domenic Berardinelli, Adam & Maria Berardinelli; 2 great-granddaughters - Mia & Lilli Berardinelli; sister - Alma Francis; numerous nieces & nephews Buried: St. Patrick Cemetery Newspaper: TD Obit Date: 3 Oct 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BERKEBILE, Glenn R. Died: 14 Jan 2004; Windber Hospice Born: (age 71) Buried: Oak Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 16 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BERKEBILE, Mary Jane Died: 3 Apr 2002; Memorial Medical Center Born: 4 Feb 1932; Johnstown Parents: Frank & Helen (Noon) Berkebile Prec. Death: Parents; infant brother & sister; brother - jack Survived By: Sisters - Gloria Ross (w/o Robert), Sally Zamagias (w/o James); sister-in-law - Aileen Berkebile; neveral nieces & nephews Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 5 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BERKEBILE, Mary Jane Died: 3 Apr 2002; Memorial Medical Center Born: 4 Feb 1932; Johnstown Parents: Frank & Helen (Noon) Berkebile Prec. Death: Parents; infant brother & sister; brother - Jack Survived By: Sisters - Gloria (w/o Robert Ross), Sally (w/o James Zamagias); sister-in-law - Aileen Berkebile; several nieces & nephews Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 5 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BERKEY, Betty Jean Died: 14 Jan 2004; Highlands-Cashiers Hospital Born: (age 83); b. Somerset, PA Parents: Irwin J. & Edna Pruner Crissey Spouse: Clammer B. Berkey, Jr. Prec. Death: Parents; husband (d. 1994) Survived By: Nieces & nephews - Nikki E. & George Potter, Gerry & Gloria Kimmel, Kathy K. & Joseph Stubenhofer, Kerry E. & Pete Weber, Wendy K. & Jeff Saylor, Chris Kimmel Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 18 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BERKEY, Charles H. Died: 20 Apr 2002 Born: (age 78) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C11 Obit Date: 23 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BERKEY, Charles H. Died: 20 Apr 2002; Memorial Medical Center Born: 20 Sep 1923; Johnstown Parents: Irvin & Louise (Stemmer) Berkey Spouse: Dorothy Rankin Prec. Death: Parents; wife; brothers - Irvin & Melvin E. Berkey Survived By: Daughters - Linda (w/o Dennis Radnoti, Cathy (w/o Philip Keim); grandchildren - Wendy (w/o Joel Garcia), Sean Radnoti, Clint Robel; great-grandson - Zachary Garcia Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C7 Obit Date: 22 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BERKEY, Fred J. Died: 9 Aug 1961; 430 Wood St. Born: 19 Jul 1889; Johnstown Parents: Jonathan & Eliza Jane (Ott) Berkey Spouse: Myrtle Pringle Survived By: Wife; son - Donald; daughter - Dorothy Shaffer (w/o Forrest); 2 grandchildren - Deborah Jean & Barbara Jane Berkey Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 18 Obit Date: 10 Aug 1961 Contributed By: Diann Olsen ________________________________________________ Name: BERKEY, Melda P. Died: 24 Jul 2003 Born: (age 85) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C9 Obit Date: 25 Jul 2003 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BERKEY, Myrtle E. Died: 19 Apr 1987; Scalp Level Born: 3 Dec 1892; Conemaugh Parents: Joseph & Annie (Humphreys) Pringle Spouse: Fred J. Berkey Prec. Death: Parents; husband; sister - Mrs. Ivy Hoover Survived By: Son - Donald J. (h/o Jane Patterson); daughter - Dorothy Shaffer (w/o Forrest D.); 2 granddaughters; 2 great-granddaughters; niece - Mrs. Louise Davis Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 2D Obit Date: 20 Apr 1987 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BERNAT, Jeffrey A. Died: 21 May 2002; Bridgewater, NJ Born: (age 27) Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: D9 Obit Date: 23 May 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BERTAGNOLLI, Alfred N. "Fred" Died: 18 Jan 2004 Spouse: Verna Sendek (m. 62 yrs) Prec. Death: Son - Joseph/ brother - Joseph Survived By: Wife; children - Dave (h/o Susan) Patricia Friedhoff (w/o Herb); daughter-in-law - Brenda/ 5 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; siblings - Erma Zetkulich; Aldo Profaizer, Attilio Profaizer (h/o Ann), Elizabeth Signorino Buried: Beaverdale Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 24 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BIALAS, John J. Died: 20 Jan 2004; Altoona Hospital Born: 14 Dec 1916; Portage Parents: Andrew & Helen (Kois) Bialas Spouse: Ann Durkey Prec. Death: Parents; wife (d. 16 Jun 1980), son - Arthur (d. 15 Jul 1989); brother - Walter Survived By: Son - Eugene (h/o Betty Lou Freidhof); 5 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandsons; siblings - Pauline Gigliello, Frank "Moon" Buried: Mount Carmel Cemetery; Lilly Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 22 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BIDELMAN, Michael Died: 29 Jan 2004; Memorial Medical Center Born: 14 Jan 1958; Johnstown Parents: Thomas B. & Mary Rita Haggerty Bidelman Prec. Death: Infant brother; paternal & maternal grandparents; aunt (godmother) Margaret Lavely & husband, Wilbur Survived By: Parents, aunts, uncles, cousins Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 31 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BIFANO, Viola M. Died: 1 Dec 2004; Laurel Crest Manor Born: 2 Sep 1909; Johnstown Parents: Elijah & Julia (May) Jeffers Spouse: Peter Fifano Prec. Death: Parents; husband; 4 sisters; 8 brothers; 1 grandson. Last surviving member of immediate family. Survived By: Children - Tony, Mary Jane Gula, Betty (w/o Frank Brezensky), Nick, Shirley (w/o William Wargo), Dolores (w/o Richard Burkett), Jenette (w/o John Zechman; 19 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren & great-great-grandchildren Buried: Oak Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 2 Dec 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BILLETDEOUX, Gertrude Died: 12 Apr 2002; Barr Twp. Born: 22 Sep 1902; Sankertown Parents: Edward A. & Susan E. (Little) McGuire Spouse: Joseph Billetdeoux Prec. Death: Parents; husband; grandson - Patrick; brothers - Albert, James, Leonard, Donald & Joseph; sister - Agnes Survived By: Children - Susan (widow of Lewis Mapes), Donald (h/o Sandra Mandes); 14 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; siblings - Dorothy Parks, Richard McGuire Buried: St. Francis Xavier Cemetery; Cresson Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C13 Obit Date: 13 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BILLINGS, Robert J. Died: 5 Nov 2006; Laurel Crest Manor Born: 28 Jan 1924; Portage Parents: Victor & Anna (McClelland) Billings Spouse: Mabel Patterson Prec. Death: Parents; wife; sister - Darl Price Survived By: Daughter - Connie (w/o Robert Gillespie); son - Gary Billings; 4 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; nieces & nephews- Judith & Roland Smith, Vicky & Mike Joseph; sister - Fay Bouch Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 7 Nov 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BIRKHIMER, Mary Died: 28 Jan 1973; Lee Hospital Born: 22 Jul 1911; Dunlo Parents: Nick & Prescilla (Markovich) Andrews Spouse: Elmer Birkhimer Prec. Death: Parents; 1 brother Survived By: Husband; son - Ronald (h/o Louise Martin); 3 grandchildren; siblings - John, Mrs. Anna Rayko, Mrs. Helen Katawczik Buried: Richland Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 22 Obit Date: 29 Jan 1973 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BITTNER, Agnes C. "Hun" Died: 31 Jan 2004; Geistown Born: 4 Nov 1911 Parents: Rhinehart & Vida Mae (Hagins) Henger Spouse: Wilburdien I. "Dien" Bittner Prec. Death: Parents; husband; son - Diene Bittner Survived By: Daughters - Beverly Weaver, Mary "Puttsy" (w/o Charles Gontkovic); grandchildren - Marc & Sabrina Weaver, Craig Gontkovic, Kara Zelinsky, Brent, Brad & Neil Bittner, Deena Nigro; 14 great-grandchildren; brother - Bob Henger (h/o Martha Cerelli) Buried: St. Joseph's Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 1 Feb 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BLACK, Harvetta R. Died: 28 H=Jun 205; Mundys Corner Born: 5 Dec 1907; Harrisville, PA Parents: Harvey G. & Luella (Bortz) Gerlach Spouse: James Earl Black Prec. Death: Parents; husband (d. 17 Jun 1950); daughter - Leulla Becky Lewis; son - Darrell Buzz Black; brothers - Irwin, Alton, Albert, James; sisters - Verla Kelley, Pauline McAnallen; Geneva Baxter Survived By: Daughters - Ida Davis, Clarissa Arkwright, Cheryl Fox (w/o Gerald); 26 grandchildren; 72 great-grandchildren; 22 great-great-grandchildren; brother - Burdette Bud Gerlach Buried: Oak Park Cemetery; New Castle Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 1 Jul 2005 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BLAKE, Robert J. Died: 5 Apr 1965; Somerset Community Hospital Born: 21 Feb 1902; Meyersdale Parents: George & Catherine (Morgan) Blake Spouse: Dorothy Amenda Prec. Death: Parents; brother Survived By: Wife; daughter - Mrs. Theodore Antil; 2 grandchildren; siblings - George Blake Jr., Mrs. Thelma Wilkinson, Lee W. Blake Buried: IOOF Cemetery; Salisbury Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 18 Obit Date: 6 Apr 1965 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BLALOCK, David G. Died: 1 Apr 2002; Fort Walton Beach Med Center, FL Born: 5 Jan 1929; Bonifay, FL Parents: Henry K. & Louise (Smith) Blalock Spouse: Dorothy Schiffhauer Prec. Death: Parents; brother - Richard Survived By: Wife; children - David (h/o Chris Borger), Larry (h/o Chris Frank), Michelle (w/o Vice Ciotti), Sandra (w/o Ralph Paterson), Deborah (w/o Kevin Smith); grandchildren - Michael Blalock, Kerry Blalock, Jim Blalock (h/o Karen), Vince D. Ciotti, & Aaron, Marc, Suzanne & Alex Ciotti, Sgt. John Paterson (h/o Danica), Matthew & Kara Paterson, Alyson & Nathaniel Smith; great-grandchildren - Stephanie & Kelly Blalock/ brother - Robert (h/o Arthurene); sister-in-law - Miyoski Blalock; aunt - Martha (w/o Robert Robinson) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 5 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BLALOCK, David G. Died: 1 Apr 2002; Ft. Walton Beach Med Center, FL Born: 5 Jan 1929; Bonifay, FL Parents: Henry K. & Louise (Smith) Blalock Spouse: Dorothy Schiffhauer Prec. Death: Parents; brother - Richard Survived By: Wife; children - David (h/o Chris Borger), Larry (h/o Chris Trank), Michelle Viotti (w/o Vice), Sandra Paterson (w/o Ralph), Deborah Smith (w/o Kevin); grandchildren - Michael Blalock, Kerry Blalock, Jim Blalock (h/o Karen), Vince D., Aaron, Marc, Suzanne, & Alex Ciotti, Sgt. John Paterson (h/o Danica), Matthew & Kara Paterson, Alyson & Nathaniel Smith; grand-grandchildren - Stephanie & Kelly Blalock; brother - Robert (h/o Arthurene); sister-in-law - Miyoshi Blalock; aunt - Martha Robinson (w/o Robert) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 5 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BLOOM, Louis D. (Rev.) Died: 4 Jul 2003; Altoona Hospital Born: 4 Jan 1921; Johnstown Parents: Michael & Bertha (Ream) Bloom Spouse: Mary R. Kring (m. 25 Jan 1943) Prec. Death: Parents; son - Leslie D. Survived By: Wife; daughter - Martha R. Bloom; sons - Louis D. Jr., Lyle D.; brother - Harold Bloom; 2 grandchildren; great-grandson Buried: Richland Cemetery; Johnstown Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C9 Obit Date: 5 Jul 2003 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BLOUGH, Ann N. Died: 30 Jun 2002; Laurel View Village Born: 15 Aug 1921; Conemaugh Township, Somerset Co Parents: Alexander & Lucinda (Rhoads) Cauffiel Spouse: Virgil P. Blough Prec. Death: Parents; sister - Mary Horner; brothers - Edward, Norman, Millard & John Survived By: Husband; children - Paul E., Elaine L. (w/o Rudy Selko), Neil V.; twin grandsons - Kirk & Nathan Selko; granddaughters - Laura & Teri Blough; siblings - Lester, Lynn Thomas; numerous nieces & nephews Buried: Thomas Mennonite Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C11 Obit Date: 2 Jul 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BLOUGH, Ann N. Died: 30 Jun 2002; Laurel View Village Born: (age 80) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C7 Obit Date: 1 Jul 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BLOUGH, Marjorie L. "Marge" Died: 1 Jun 2002; Select Specialty Hospital Born: 6 Oct 1935; Oak Park, IL Parents: George & Marion (Roth) Platt Spouse: Dr. Dalton G. Blough Prec. Death: Parents Survived By: Husband; children - Judy Collins, Randy, Susan Gabriel (w/o Joseph), Mark (h/o Suzanne Rich); grandchildren - Andrew & Bryan Collins, Jonathan & Nathan Gabriel, Jocelyn & Jeremy Blough; siblings - David (h/o Donna Claire), Barbara Ring (w/o David), Steven (h/o El); sever nieces & nephews Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: E7 Obit Date: 2 Jun 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BLUM, Henry M. Died: 2 Feb 1952; Ebensburg Born: 3 Jul 1879; Carrolltown Spouse: Mary Thomas Survived By: Wife; children - Mrs. David L. Snyder, Mrs. Charles L. George; 3 grandchildren; siblings - Mrs. Regina Sloan, Mrs. Mary McAuliff Buried: St. Benedict's Catholic Church cem; Carrolltown Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 16 Obit Date: 4 Feb 1952 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BOBACK, Ann J. Died: 4 Nov 2004; Boswell Born: 23 Apr 1916; Conemaugh Twp., Somerset Co. Parents: John & Mary (Bukata) Kentula Spouse: John P. Boback (m. 66 yrs) Prec. Death: Parents; infant son - Adam; brothers - John Jr. & Michael; sisters - Margaret Frame & Mary Dill Survived By: Husband; daughter - Patricia Aikey (w/o David); son - Ronald E.; grandchildren - Christine Gorham (w/o J. Samuel IV), Leigh Ann Hopkins (w/o John), Laura Aisey, Karen Nelson (w/o Michael), Misty Thompson (w/o Jimmie); 8 great-grandchildren; siblings - Helen Hudson, Andrew (h/o Mary Rocosky), Veronica Rosey (w/o James), Irene Stoe (w/o William Buried: SS Peter & Paul Church Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 5 Nov 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BODZIAK, Mary C. (Holoka) Died: 13 Jul 2003 Born: (age 88) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C7 Obit Date: 14 Jul 2003 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BOKO, Paul Died: 22 Feb 1960 Born: 17 Jan 1886; Austria-Hungary Spouse: Mary Pummocowski Prec. Death: Wife Survived By: Daughter - Mary Rubinski; step-children - Steve Lasko, Mrs. Anna Wilco; Charles Lasko; Paul Lasko; Mike Lasko Buried: Somerset County Memorial Park Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 38 Obit Date: 24 Feb 1960 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BOLSINGER, Ralph William Died: 23 Feb 1960; 231 Lincoln St. Born: 17 Jan 1886; Johnstown Parents: Frank W. & Mary Ellen (Varner) Bolsinger Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 38 Obit Date: 24 Feb 1960 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BOLVINE-JOHNSONBAUGH, Devin Michael Died: 28 Jan 2004; Memorial Medican Center Born: (Infant) Parents: Todd Bolvin & Corinn Johnsonbaugh Survived By: Parents; maternal great-grandmother - Dorothy Wright; maternal grandparents - Ed & Carla (Wright) Johnsonbaugh; aunt - Gretchen (Johnsonbaugh) Kennedy (w/o James); uncle - Erich Johnsonbaugh; paternal grandmother - Patti (Sickles) Bolvin Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 31 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BOMBATCH, Joseph William Died: 18 Jan 2004 Born: 14 Jun 1922 Parents: John & Jennie (Ogrince) Bombatch Spouse: Rita Marie Zahoranski (m. 55 yrs) Prec. Death: Parents; brothers - John, Frank & Carl; sisters - Jennie, Albina, Matilda, Mary, & Louise. Last surviving member of immediate family. Survived By: Wife; son - David; daughters - Kathleen (w/o Samuel L. Coco), Suzanne (w/o Anthony Ramiirez), Rita-Jo (w/o Michael Bladek); grandchildren - Matthew Ramirez, Heather & John Bladek; cousins, nieces & nephews Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 29 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BONNONO, Anthony, Sr. Died: 24 Jul 2003; Laurel Crest Manor Born: 28 May 1920; Sicily, Italy Parents: Francesco & Fortunata (Rullo) Bonnono Spouse: Betty Kissel (m. 46 yrs) Prec. Death: Parents Survived By: Wife; son - Anthony Jr. (h/o Gina Webb); grandchildren - Ashley Annette & Michael Anthony Buried: Headrick Union Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C9 Obit Date: 25 Jul 2003 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BORSATO, Kathryn Ann Died: 31 Mar 2002; Rebekah Manor, Portage Born: 19 Feb 1911; Portage Parents: Paul & Anna (Nesbella) Williams Spouse: John G. Borsato Prec. Death: Parents; husband; brothers - John, Paul, & Steve Williams; sisters - Anna McGough, Mary Skelly-McCreary, & Dorothy Jones; daughter-in-law - Sandy (Leap) Borsato Survived By: Children - Norina (w/o James Cronauer), Louis Borsato (h/o Kudy Kiel), John P. Borsato; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law - Olga Williams & Julia Williams Buried: St. Mary's Cemetery; Portage Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C11 Obit Date: 2 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BORSATO, Kathryn Ann Died: 31 Mar 2002; Rebekah Manor, Portage Born: 19 Feb 1911; Portage Parents: Paul & Anna (Nesbella) Williams Spouse: John G. Borsato Prec. Death: Parents; husband; brothers - John, Paul, Steve; sisters - Anna McGough, Mary Skelly-McCreary, Dorothy Jones; daughter-in-law - Sandy (Leap) Borsato Survived By: Children - Norina Cronauer (w/o James), Louis (h/o Judy Kiel), John P.; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law - Olga Williams & Julia Williams Buried: St. Mary's Cemetery; Portage Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C11 Obit Date: 2 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BORTOLI, Joseph Michael Died: 8 Nov 2004 Born: 24 Nov 1985; Johnstown Parents: John E. & Anna Marie "Sis" (Shorto) Bortoli Prec. Death: Maternal grandparents - Russell & Mary Shorto; paternal grandparents - Frank & Irene Boroli; brother - John Anthony; uncle - Frank Bortoli Survived By: Parents; brothers - Brett (h/o Patty Bowers), Robert; aunts & uncles - Anthony & Rita (Filia) Shorto, Joseph & Marily (Grimm) Shorto, Karen Bortoli; niece & nephew - Abby & Anthony Bortoli; cousins - Russell, Gina, Scott, Eva, Michelle, Ryan, Brian, Anthony, Gina; great-aunts & uncles Buried: Grandview Mausoleum Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 10 Nov 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BORTOLI, Joseph Michael Died: 8 Nov 2004 Born: (age 18) Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 11 Nov 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BOSLEY, Eugene K. Died: 11 Apr 2002; Johnstown Born: 26 Jul 1930; Johnstown Parents: Russell & Beatrice (Mangus) Bosley Spouse: Carol Cale (m. 30 yrs) Prec. Death: Parents Survived By: Wife; children - Tondelayo (w/o Michael McCarrick), Eugene K. II, Beather; grandchildren - Brian James McCarrick, Kerry Leigh (w/o Christopher Hunt), & Jessica McCarrick; siblings - Betty Guyer, Nina (w/o Jack Carville), Ronald (h/o Patricia), Carol Ragan Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C9 Obit Date: 12 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BOSSLER, Grant, Jr. "Junior" Died: 20 Apr 2002; Lilly Born: 27 Nov 1930; Pittsburgh Parents: Grant, Sr., & Mae (Sweeney) Bossler Spouse: Elizabeth "Betty" (Hershel) Bossler (m. 49 yrs) Prec. Death: Parents Survived By: Wife; children - Debora (w/o Bob Rabatin), Kim (w/o Joey Gides), Tami (w/o Ron Wissinger), James (h/o Michele Stevens), John Paul; grandchildren - Bobby & Adam Rabatin, Jim Gides, Ian Wissinger, & Alli, Zach, & Mattie Rose Bossler Buried: St. Brigid Cemetery; Lilly Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: E7 Obit Date: 21 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BOWERS, Dorothy P. Died: 11 Jun 2004; Washington, DC Born: (age 80) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 2 Feb 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BOWMAN, Shirley Mae Died: 4 May 2002; Memorial Medical Center Born: 2 Jun 1937; Blacklick Twp. Parents: Homer & Irene (Rummell) Hoffman Spouse: Donald Bowman (m. 47 yrs) Prec. Death: Parents; sister - Elsie Diana Survived By: Husband; children - Ronald (h/o Sharon Peters); Brenda Langham; Richard, Tim (h/o Trina Felton), Dawney Sue Howard (w/o Dan); grandchildren - Luke, Josh, Angie, Justin, Emilie, Kayley, R. J. & Codey; great-grandchildren - Ella & Dylan; sisters - Ginger O'Farrell (w/o Frances), Judy Dilling (w/o David); brother - Homer "Butch" (h/o Cyndi Hugedus Buried: Pike Grace Brethren Cemetery; Mundys Corner Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: E7 Obit Date: 5 May 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BOXTER, Lloyd Jack Died: 14 Apr 2002; Johnstown Born: (age 92) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: D7 Obit Date: 17 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BOYKIN, Freddie L., Sr. Died: 12 Apr 2002; Memorial Medical Center Born: 4 Jan 1932; Midway, AL Parents: Frank & Essie B. (Cox) Boykin Spouse: Annie Harrell (m. 34 yrs.) Prec. Death: Parents; brother - Charlie C. Survived By: Wife; children - Ruth Ann Boykin & Freddie L. Boykin, Jr. (h/o Lisa Veney); siblings - Doris Bennett, Joe Boykin, Oneal Boykin (m. Herman), Ruth (w/o Cleveland Holifield), Matt (w/o Spencer Charles); step-children - Tiny M. Hart & Vanda Moss; grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, & cousins Buried: Benshoff Hill Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: E7 Obit Date: 14 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BRACKEN, Flora C. Died: 1 Jul 2006; LaurelWood Convalescent Center Born: 17 Dec 1918; West Wheatfield Twp. Parents: G. E. & Vernie (Roser) Mack Spouse: T. D. "Pete" Bracken Prec. Death: Parents; husband; son - Ronald Bracken; brothers - Collins & Kenneth mack Survived By: Daughter-in-law - Doris Horner (w/o William); grandchildren - Sharon Reed (w/o Scott), Kenneth Bracken (h/o Paula), James Bracken (h/o Lisa), Rhonda Rudnik, Richard Hixson (h/o Angela), Aimee Sutton (w/o David); 13 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandson Buried: Bethel Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 3 Jul 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BRAD:EU-HOPKINS, Beverly B. Died: 29 Jun 2004; California Born: (age 80) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 2 Jul 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BRADLEY, Mary Kathryn Died: 3 Feb 2004; Pittsburgh Born: 29 Oct 1926; Johnstown Parents: Robert Hill & Cecelia (Hill) Schaefer Spouse: Dr. Samuel M. Bradley Prec. Death: Parents; husband (d. 2 Oct 2001); son - Matthew; brother - Robert Hill Survived By: Children - Dr. James (h/o Bea Montague), Thomas, Kathryn Kanuch (w/o Daniel), Patricial Marino (w/o Anthony), Betsy Bradley, Colleen Byrne (w/o Chris); grandchildren - James & Bradley Kanuch, Callee Bradley, Samuel Bradley, Katie & Anthony Marion; sister - Joanne Kopacka Buried: Grandview Mausoleum Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 4 Feb 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BRADY, North W. "Wes" Died: 16 Jan 2004; Baltimore, MD Born: 14 Jul 1906; Johnstown Prec. Death: Siblings - Elwood C. Brady (h/o Marion); William Brady (h/o Blanche) Survived By: Children - Byron C., Carol Lynn Dabrowski (w/o Jack); grandchildren - Sherri Christy (w/o Allan W.); nieces - Linda, Ruth, Joyce Brady Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 22 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BRANIFF, John M. Died: 2 Nov 2004; Lilly Born: 8 Dec 1960; NJ Parents: John & Anny Linke Braniff Prec. Death: Parents; son - John M. "Stu" Stewart (d. 8 Aug 2004) Survived By: Brother - Timothy (h/o Carie Fisher) Buried: St. Brigid's Cemetery; Lilly Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 4 Nov 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BRANT, Elizabeth "Betty" Died: 3 Jul 2002; Miners Hospital; Hastings Born: 17 Mar 1919; Greenwich Parents: George & Mary (Valla) Pivovarnik Spouse: Ralph (m. 62 yrs) Prec. Death: Parents; twin grandsons; brother - George Jr.; sisters - Julia & Irene; infant sister Survived By: Husband; children - Carol Ann Sabella (w/o George), Gerald (h/o Chris Irwin); step-granddaughter - Jessica Irwin; step-great-grandson - Tristin Irwin; sister - Anna Bacha; sister-in-law - Cecilia Campbell Buried: St. John's Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: B11 Obit Date: 5 Jul 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BRANT, Mary Ellen Died: 3 Dec 2004; Somerset Hospital Born: 30 Apr 1912; Somerset Twp. Parents: Charles & Margaret Mae (Meyers) Saylor Spouse: Howard Ross Brant Prec. Death: Parents; husband (d. 5 Apr 1991); brothers - Charles & Forrest Saylor; sister - Edna Mae Saylor Survived By: Children - Charles H. "Chuck" Brant (h/o Patricia May), Paul W. Brant (h/o Judith Stouffer), Mrs. Shirley Weimer, Donald Brant (h/o Evelyn Foust), Gerald D. Brant (h/o Kathy Morocco); 8 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-granddaughter; sister - Mrs. Dolly Richardson Buried: Willis Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 5 Dec 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BRAVO, Selma Agnes Died: 2 Feb 1952 Born: 4 Jan 1904; Johnstown Parents: Charles & Minnie (Milschikie) Shilling Spouse: Jesus Bravo Survived By: Husband; sons - Joseph & James; siblings - Oscar, Walter, Mrs. Freda Partch, Mrs. Martha Turkas, Mrs. Amanda Makins Buried: Richland Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 16 Obit Date: 4 Feb 1952 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BRENDLINGER, J. Frank "Bud" Died: 27 Jan 2004; Robinson Born: 22 Sep 1928; Pitcairn Parents: Orrene E. Bredlinger Prec. Death: Father; grandparents - Henry F. & Viola "Ollie" (Lear) Bredlinger Buried: German Lutheran Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Cemocrat Obit Date: 30 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BREWER, Katherine A. Died: 29 Apr 2002; Butler Memorial Hospital Born: 12 Sep 1909; Johnstown Parents: Franklin & margaret (Horajake) Langer Spouse: Boyd C. Brewer Prec. Death: Parents; husband; 4 brothers; 1 sister Survived By: Son - Boyd C Jr. (h/o Sharon Callihan Butler); 3 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; sister - Margaret Slagle Buried: Forest Lawn Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C11 Obit Date: 30 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BREWER, Katherine A. Died: 29 Apr 2002 Born: (aged 92) Buried: Forest Lawn Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: D7 Obit Date: 1 May 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BREZOVEC, Josephine Died: 20 Apr 2002; UPMC Born: 28 Feb 1916; Johnstown Parents: John & Antonia (Libersar) Brezovec Prec. Death: Parents; brothers - John, Frank, Ignatius, Robert; sisters - Antonine Olga Beltz, Justina Survived By: Siblings - Wallace, Stanley, Jennie, Marion Theresa, Virginia Best; numerous nieces & nephews Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C7 Obit Date: 22 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BRICKNER, Harvey J. Died: 26 Jul 1970; Summerhill Twp. Born: (age 74) Survived By: Son - Harvey F. Brickner Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 27 Jul 1970 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BRIDGE, Marcella A. Died: 2 Oct 2006; Portage Born: 11 Nov 1928; Portage Parents: Daniel & Elizabeth (Chervenak) Sigado Spouse: Michael Bridge Prec. Death: Parents; husband; daughter - Juli; brothers - Gerald, Aloysius & Richard; sister - Elizabeth Fisher Survived By: Children - Marcia Cavalier (w/o Phillip), Michael (h/o Rae Anne Barrett), Daniel (h/o Sandee Jacobs), Chuck (h/o Debbie Marks), Elizabeth Van Duinen (w/o Ron), Dave (h/o Toni Makosky), Brian (h/o Justine Dalo), Christine Rose (w/o Dave); 15 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; siblings - Ron, John, Ruth Roach & Patricia Earnest; SIL - Roberta Sigado. Buried: St. Mary's Church; Portage Newspaper: TD Obit Date: 3 Oct 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BRINZO, Steve "Dink" Metro Died: 4 May 2002; Nanty Glo Born: 9 Oct 1961; Johnstown Parents: Steve Brinzo & Betty Ray Felosky Prec. Death: Father Survived By: Mother; uncle - Gary Felosky (h/o Diane); aunt - Mary Smego; many cousins Buried: Holy Ascension Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democart News. Page: C11 Obit Date: 7 May 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BROWN, Charles Lee Died: 28 May 2002; Laurel Crest Manor Born: 5 Sep 1926; Columbus, GA Parents: Daisy Butts Spouse: Jacqueline C. Brown Prec. Death: Mother; daughter - Latonya Brown Survived By: Former wife; daughters - Constance L., Carla M. & Brenda Brown; son - Randy L. Thomas; aunt - Rosie Lee Harris; uncle - J. B. Brown; niece - Mary Ann Hall; brother - Rev. Wayman Butts, Jr.; sister - Thelma Butts Davis Buried: Benshoff Hill Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: D5 Obit Date: 30 May 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BROWN, Christina Died: 8 Dec 1921; Front St. Born: 24 Sep 1842; Pringle Hill Parents: Louis & Mary Paul Spouse: John Brown Prec. Death: Parents; husband Survived By: Children - Mrs. Wallace Plummer, William Brown, A. O. Brown, Miss Myrtle Brown; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brother - Philip Paul Buried: Union Cemetery at the Summit Newspaper: Johnstown Tribune Obit Date: 8 Dec 1921 Contributed By: Diann Olsen ________________________________________________ Name: BROWN, James Birnett "J.B." Died: 29 Jan 2004; Richland Twp. Born: 11 Mar 1924; Richland, GA Parents: Jim & Lula (Porter) Brown Spouse: Betty M. Buchanna Prec. Death: Parents Survived By: Wife; children - Tom, Diane Barnett; 8 grandchildren; sisters - Rosalie Harris & Mary Smith Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 30 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BROWN, Rose Nora Died: 1 Nov 2006 Born: 29 Oct 1913; Windber Parents: Sebastian 7 Grace Costa Spouse: Stephen W. Brown (m. 22 Jun 1946) Prec. Death: Parents; husband (d. Oct 2000) Survived By: Sister - Amelia DiGirolamo; many nieces 7 nephews Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 7 Nov 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BROYLES, Theresa Ann Hankinson Died: 28 Oct 2004 Born: (age 47) Spouse: Robin Broyles Survived By: Husband; daughter - Leslie Broyles; sons - Kenneth & Marshall Broyles; brothers - Robert Hankinson (h/o Karen), Michael Hankinson, Patrick Hankinson, James Hankinson; sister - Debora Hankinson Gosling (w/o Scott); mother-in-law - Linda Broyles Stockton (w/o John); fahter-in-law - Robert Broyles (h/o Anne); brothers-in-law - Rande Broyles (h/o Julie) & Richard Broyles (h/o Pamela); nieces & nephews - Bobby & Kathleen Hankison, Cody, Hannah, & Matthew Broyles Buried: Sunset Memorial Park Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 2 Nov 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BRUNETT, Stella Died: 30 Mar 2003, Johnstown Born: 25 May 1916, Portage Parents: Peter & Frances Kowalik Spouse: Bruce E. Brunett Prec. Death: parents; husband; brother, John; sister, Matilda Steuber Survived By: son, Bruce M. (Barbara Kostan) Brunett; grandchildren, Bruce A., Miranda & Kacie; sisters, Jennie Altif & Katherine Stanonis; sisters-in-law, Jean Cignetto, Erma Margo Buried: Prospect Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 1 Apr 2003 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BRUNO, Nicholas M., Jr. (Corp.) Died: 6 Aug 1951; Korea (KIA) Born: 17 Aug 1928; Central City Parents: Nicholas M. & Revera I. Bruno Survived By: Parents; sister - Anna Maria Bruno Buried: Arlington Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 16 Obit Date: 4 Feb 1952 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BRUSH, Donald J. Died: 16 Jul 1980; Memorial Hospital Born: 3 Jul 1924; Amsbry Parents: Donald & Dorothy (Booterbaugh) Brush Spouse: Elizabeth Sunsert Prec. Death: Father; stepfather - John Garrity Survived By: Mother; wife, children - Donald J. Jr., Thomas A., John J., Betty Jane Farabaugh (w/o Fred), William, Frederick P.; 7 grandchildren; siblings - Mrs. Mary Jane Terrizzi, John, Leo Buried: St. Mary's Cemetery; Patton Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: 28 Obit Date: 17 Jul 1980 Contributed By: Lynne Canterbury ________________________________________________ Name: BUBALO, Mary C. Died: 11 Apr 2002; UPMC Lee Regional Born: 14 Jul 1915; Johnstown Parents: Stanko & Stanka (Dobrosalovich) Curcija Spouse: William E. Bubalo Prec. Death: Parents; husband; sisters - Betty Milkovich & Maria Piljay; brother - Nicholas Curcija Survived By: Daughter - Marilyn B. (w/o Paul Sandusky); granddaughters - Paul & Robin; siblings - Bertha & Dorothy Horbal, Mildred Rudolph, Dusha Todorich Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C9 Obit Date: 12 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BUBENKO, Jack M. Died: 21 Jan 2004; Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh Born: 24 Jun 1963; Windber Hospital Parents: James & Margaret Bubenko Prec. Death: Father Survived By: Mother; sister - Janet Witkosky, Kathy Flanagan (w/o Les); brother - Thomas Bubenko (h/o Terry Brandle); nephews - Ron Witkosky, Justin Bubenko, Keven & Sean Flanagan; niece - Amy bubenko Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 23 Jan 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BUCHAN, John Died: 25 Apr 2002 Born: (age 84) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: E8 Obit Date: 28 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BUCHAN, John Died: 25 Apr 2002 Born: (age 84) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C7 Obit Date: 29 Apr 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BUCHAN, Nicholas "Milch" Died: 29 Jun 2002; Memorial Medical Center Born: 1 Mar 1917; Johnstown Parents: Marko & Petra (Miladinovich) Buchan Spouse: Ruth A. Dyber (m. 46 yrs) Prec. Death: Parents; brother - Dushan "Dan" Buchan; sisters - Stana Buchan, Ranka "Irene" Profaca, & Angeline "Andja" Marinkovich Survived By: Wife; sisters - Mary "Draga" Buchan & Rose "Zorka" Buchan; nieces & nephews Buried: St. Petka Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: C7 Obit Date: 1 Jul 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BUCHOSKI, Patricia F. Died: 9 Nov 2004; Charles Born: 20 Aug 1934; Dilltown Parents: Claire F. & Dorothy (Corse) Lambing Spouse: John Buchkoski, Jr. Prec. Death: Father Survived By: Mother; husband, sons - John W. (h/o LuAnn Plowman), Gregory A. (h/o Dianne Nail); grandchildren - John J., Nikki L., Derek D., Kacie R.; brothers - James, Jerry, Danny; sisters - Bonnie Caine, Rosemarie Peon Buried: Armagh Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 10 Nov 2004 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BUCK, Gary A. Died: 6 Nov 2006; Hastings Born: 7 Jan 1965; Spangler Parents: Paul & Janet (Farabaugh) Buck Spouse: Tammy Babiak (m. 23 Mar 1990) Prec. Death: Parents; brothers - John & David; niece - Alexia Buck; nephew - Eric Kirsch Survived By: Wife; daughters - Katrina & Morgan Buck; sublings - Charles (h/o Julie Goebel), Cindy (w/o John Kirsch), Earl (h/o Cathy Rozzell), Sandy Keith (w/o Ray), Sue Mussellman (w/o David); numerous nieces & nephews Buried: Private interment Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 8 Nov 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BUDAY, Marion Louise Died: 30 Oct 2006; Memorial Medical Center Born: (age 72) Buried: Grandview Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 1 Nov 2006 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BUKOVEC, Joseph Died: 30 May 2002; Beverly Health Care Born: 24 Apr 1911; Franklin Borough Parents: Peter & Mary (Pelat) Bukovec Spouse: Helen Fedorka Prec. Death: Parents; wife; son - Robert; daughter - Dorothy Horner; infant great-granddaughter; brothers - Peter, Vincent, Louis, William; sisters - Dorothy, Mary Krause, Helen Hody, Bertha Brehm Survived By: Son - Donald (h/o Sandra Parker); grandchildren - Raymond & Randy Roth, Mark & Scott Bukovec, Rhonda Duke; 5 great-grandsons; 3 great-granddaughters; siblings - Francis & Rudy Bukovec, Annie Gonser; son-in-law - Robert Horner; daughter-in-law - Sandra McGrath Buried: Forest Lawn Cemetery Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat Obit Date: 1 Jun 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________ Name: BUKOVEC, Joseph Died: 30 May 2002 Born: (age 91) Newspaper: Tribune-Democrat News. Page: E7 Obit Date: 2 Jun 2002 Contributed By: Lisa Baker ________________________________________________