Huntingdon Daily News Obituaries, April 2003

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M. Elizabeth "Libby" RODDY, 95, of Ohesson Manor Nursing Home,
Lewistown, formerly of South Wayne Street, Lewistown, died at 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 2, 2003, at the nursing home. Born Feb. 2, 1908, in
McVeytown, she was a daughter of the late Samuel R. and Mary (French)
Stine. She was mated to Raymond W. Roddy who preceded her in death Dec.
4, 1984. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Richard (Mary Margaret
"Peggy") Dean, Lewistown; two grandchildren, Roddy Lee Dean and wife,
Louise. Sterling. Va., and Allen R. Dean and wife, Kim, Durham, NC.: and
three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three brothers
and four sisters. Mrs. Roddy was a member of Grove Memorial United
Methodist Church, Lewistown, where she was a member of the Live Wire
Sunday School Class. She was a homemaker. Funeral services will he held
at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 5, at the Hoenstine Funeral Home, 75 Logan
St., Lewistown, with the Rev. D. Gregory Lake officiating. Interment
will be made in Juniata Memorial Park. Lewistown.

Patricia J. TURNER, 65, of 110 E. Shirley St., Mount Union, passed on at
6:05 p.m. Thursday, April 3, 2003, at her home, following an extended
illness. Born June 15, 1937, in Huntingdon County, she was a daughter of
the late Carl S. and Grace J. (Heaster) Morder. She was united in
marriage to Milton "Red" Turner, July 24, 1976, in Winchester, Va. Mr.
Turner preceded her in death Oct. 3, 1987. She is survived by the
following children; Carl "Steve" Morder, Sharon G. Fortson and Pamela A.
Mitchell all of Mount Union; Wilbert S. Beaston, Kannapolis, NC.;
and Susan Beaston, Charles S. Beaston, Robert D. Beaston, Tina M.
Spriggs, Dena M. Beaston, Carl S. Beaston, Dawn M. Clymans, Ronald R.
Beaston, Richard W. Turner and Robert D. Turner, all of Mount Union.
There are 32 grandchildren 27 great-grandchildren. One brother and one
sister survive; Donald R. Morder of Alexandria, and Carol A. (Morder)
Gilbert of Mount Union. She was preceded in death by one grandson,
Donald Cramer Jr., and one brother, Richard Morder. She was a homemaker
who loved her grandchildren, fishing and flowers.

Lillian Elizabeth BARD, 79, of 307 Country Club Road, Mount Union, died
at 8:40 p.m. Thursday, April 3, 2003, at Westminster Woods. Huntingdon.
Born Oct. 18, 1923, in Shirley Township, Huntingdon County, she was a
daughter of the late Ernest and Bertha (Whitsel) Booher. She married Max
H. Bard Aug. 20, 1952, in Hagerstown, Md. Mr. Bard preceded her in death
Dec. 17, 1994. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Mrs.
Richard K. (Marilyn) Ellis of Aurora, Col., and two grandsons, Bryan and
Kevin Ellis. Five sisters survive; Verna M. Eberman, Mount Union; Hazel
A. Faust, Denver, Col.; Mrs. Duane (Thelma R.) Drake, Mount Union, R.R.
1: Mrs. Paul (Helen L.) Miller, Cornwall; and M. Jane Stewart,
Lancaster. She was preceded in death by the following brothers and
sisters; Linnie M. Booher, John B. Booher, Mildred V. Booher, Elmer
Booher, Grace Hardy, and an infant brother, Samuel Booher. Mrs. Bard was
a member of First United Methodist Church, Mount Union. She was a
graduate of Mount Union High School and Shippensburg State Teachers
College. She taught first grade 18 years. Funeral services will be held
at 1 p.m. Sunday, April 6, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount
Union, with the Rev. Robert Davidson officiating. Interment will be
made in Mount Union Cemetery. 

Harriet Catherine McCALL, 94, of 120 Aspen Lane and formerly of Hesston,
died at 8:40 p.m. Thursday, April 3, 2003, in J.C. Blair Memorial
Hospital, Huntingdon. Born July 18, 1908, in Penn Township, Huntingdon
County, she was a daughter of the late Emanuel and Catharine Widner
Norris. For more than 80 years, she was a member of Jacob's Church,
Hesston, where she was a Sunday school teacher and active in the Ladies'
Aid Society. She attended Penn Township public schools. She enjoyed
quilting, gardening and flowers, often providing flowers for the church.
She also enjoyed studying genealogy and her family history. Her husband,
Glenn M. McCall, whom she married Dec. 14, 1934, in Huntingdon, died
Sept. 12, 1972. Also preceding her in death were a sister, Olive E.
Garner; and four brothers, Hiram J. Norris, Philip C. Norris. William H.
Norris and Chalmer E. Norris. Surviving are a son, Ronald M. (husband of
Dorothy J.) of Shippensburg; a daughter, Ruby J. Shearburn of Hesston;
three grandchildren; two brothers, Donald E. Norris of Everett and Homer
S. Norris of Huntingdon; and a sister, Lilian M. Hurley of Petersburg.
Service will be at 11 a.m. Monday in Jacob's Church, Hesston, with the
Rev. H. Lloy Blattenberger officiating. Burial will be in White Church
Cemetery, Hesston. 

Edward R. GENSIMORE, 78, of Centre Hall, died on Thursday, April 3,
2003, at Centre Community Hospital. Born on Dec. 22, 1924, in rural
Tyrone, he was a son of the late Calvin and Mae Bousum Gensimore. On May
23, 1947, he married Laura May Trimble, who died Jan. 4, 2000. He was a
member of Grace United Methodist Church in Centre Hall. He belonged to
the Centre Hall Lions Club and the Benevolent and Protective Order of
the Elks, in Bellefonte. He was also a former member of Centre Hall
Borough Council. He owned and operated Gensimore Trucking until his
retirement. He is survived by one daughter, Leslie May Stevens, and her
husband, Kenneth, of Exeter, Calif.; four sons, Daniel E. Gensimore and
his wife, Connie, of rural Centre Hall, Barry L. Gensimore and his wife,
Darcy, of Rebersburg, Nevin W. Gensimore and his wife, Kathy, of
Houserville, and Bradley S. Gensimore and his wife, Mindy K., of Centre
Hall; and 11 grandchildren. In addition to his parents and his wife, he
was preceded in death by two brothers, Harold and Donald Gensimore. The
funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Grace United Methodist Church, 127
S. Pennsylvania Ave., Centre Hall, with the Rev. Dan J. Smith
officiating. Burial will be in Reformed and Lutheran Cemetery, in Centre
Hall.

Paul SITCH, 74, of 3770 W. Main St., Belleville, died at 2 a.m. Friday,
April 4, 2003, at Lewistown Hospital, Lewistown. Born June 21, 1928, in
Carbon Township, Huntingdon County. he was a son of the late John and
Katie (Worhalic) Sitch. He was united in marriage to the former F
Emmagene Metz March 18, 1949. Mrs. Sitch preceded him in death Feb. 2,
2003. Two sons survive; Paul C. Sitch, Colonial Heights, Va., and
Kenneth G. Sitch, Belleville. Five grandchildren survive; Jackie Sitch,
Richard Sitch, Phillip Sitch, Daniel Sitch and Joshua Sitch. He is also
survived by one sister, Katie Sitch of Wood. He was preceded in death by
one daughter, Janet J. Sitch; three brothers; Wesco Sitçh, George Sitch
and John Sich Jr.; and by three sisters, Mary Zanylo, Helen Sitch and
Ann Blau. Mr. Sitch was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church,
Belleville. He retired from New Holland, Belleville. Funeral services
will be held at 2 p.m. April 6 at St. John’s Lutheran Church,
Belleville, with the Rev. Lois Martin officiating. Interment will be
made in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery.

Marie A. (Gates) DZIOB, 49, of House of Care, 515 W. Beaver Ave., State
College, died at 8:45 a.m. Saturday, April 5, 2003, at Centre Community
Hospital, College Twp., State College. She has been in failing health
for the past year. Born Sept. 5, 1953, in Roaring Spring, she was a
daughter of Harold C. Sr. and Audrey (Helsel) Gates who survive in
Little Valley, Saxton. She is survived by two sons: Jerami C. Dziob,
Spring City, and Gabriel S. Dziob, Little Valley, Saxton; one
granddaughter, Tessa Margaret Dziob, and one grandson, Gabriel K. Dziob.
Two sisters survive: Shirley A. Gates, Shenandoah, and Evelyn Elizabeth
Gates, Little Valley, Saxton. One brother, Harold C. Gates Jr., preceded
her in death. Mrs. Dziob was of the Protestant faith. She attended
Norristown High School. For a number of years, she had been employed at
Seton, Saxton; and at Cove Shoe Factory, Martinsburg. She enjoyed her
flower garden and was especially fond of her grandchildren. A memorial
service will be held at 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 8, at the Curtis A. Heath
Funeral Home, Railroad Avenue and Broad Street, Broad Top City, with
Pastor Steve Oberman officiating. Interment will be private. 

Bradley W. GROSS, 34, of Huntingdon Furnace Road, Tyrone, R.R. 4, died
at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, April 5, 2003, as a result of injuries received
in an accident at M&B Lumber, Tyrone. Born March 23, 1969, in Altoona,
he was the son of Alfred Gross of Barree and Beverly (Golden) Gross of
Tyrone, who both survive. He is also survived by a son, Brandon of
Tyrone; two sisters, Hollie Langford of Shewsbury and Danielle Harris of
Tyrone and his fiancee, Joey Ieraci of Tyrone. Mr. Gross was a member of
the Free Methodist Church, Tyrone. He was a 1987 graduate of Tyrone Area
High School. He was a truck driver and worked at the sawmill for M&B
Lumber. An avid hunter, he also enjoyed racing cars and spending time
with his son. Funeral services were held today, April 8, at Feller
Memorial Home, Tyrone, with the Rev. David Shultzaberger officiating. 

Donald E. GARBER, 56, of Back Alley, Barree, Porter Twp., died at 7:20
a.m. Sunday, April 6, 2003, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon.
Born Jan. 26, 1947, in Barree, he was a son of the late Charles and
Bessie (Fink) Garber. He was united in marriage to the former Verna Mae
Beck Dec. 26, 1974. Mrs. Garber survives at their residence. He is
survived by four daughters: Mrs. Robert (Cheryl J.) Crawford, Broadway,
Va.; Patricia Ann Hottinger, Grottoes, Va.; Mrs. Marvin (Debra K.)
Garver, Hesston; and Mae Louise Lear, Mount Jackson, Va.; Four
grandsons; Robert Lear, Travis William Crawford, Stanley Smith and Brian
Dean Garber; one granddaughter, Tabatha Faith Lear-Foley; one
great-granddaughter, Dystiny Nicole Lear and one great-grandson, Damon
Michael Lear. Five brothers and one sister survive: Robert Garber,
Huntingdon; Issac Garber and Charles Garber, both of Barree; Richard
Garber, Huntingdon; Marvin Garber, Hesston; and Jane Zepp, Manchester,
Md. He is also survived by two nieces. Mr. Garber faithfully attended
and enjoyed the many activities at Calvary Bible Church, Alexandria. He
attended the Alexandria public schools. He had worked at various jobs as
a laborer in the construction industry. An avid clock collector, he also
enjoyed repairing small engines. He was a lifetime resident of Barree,
Porter Twp. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 9,
at the Cutright-Speck Funeral Home, Juniata Valley Chapel, 412 Main St.,
Alexandria, with Pastor Mike Stutzenbrug and Dr. Theodore Kiffer
officiating. Interment will be made in Alexandria Presbyterian Cemetery.

Jesse J. REED, 96, formerly of Shirleysburg, died at 3:25 a.m. Sunday,
April 6, 2003, at the Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia. He had been
in failing health. Born Aug. 24, 1906, in Shirley Twp., Huntingdon
County, he was a son of the late Sylvester and Mary (Banks) Reed. He was
twice married: first to the former Charlotte Estep, who preceded him in
death, then to the former Margaret Grace (Stapleton) Shontz, who
preceded him in death in 1973. He is also survived by three
stepchildren: William F. Shontz, Mount Union; Susan Shofestal, Falls
Creek; and John Shontz, Forest Hills, Md. In addition, he was also
preceded in death by a half sister, Maree Heck. One sister, Mrs. Bruce
(Lena) Garver, survives at Shirleysburg. He was preceded in death by two
sons: Jesse Ernest Reed in 1993 and Clyde H. Reed in 1975; and three
brothers: Clarence Reed, Preston Reed and William Reed. Mr. Reed was of
the Protestant faith. For a number of years he was employed at
Harbison-Walker Refractories in Mount Union. He was also a woodsman and
lumberman for much of his life. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m.
Wednesday, April 9, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, 61 E. Shirley
St., Mount Union, with the Rev. Jim Hullihen officiating. Interment will
be made in the Mount Union Cemetery. 

Dr. Harry H. "Hal" DINSMORE SR., 79, of Punxsutawney, died Monday, April
7, 2003, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born March 7, 1924,
in Patton, and reared in Heilwood, he was a son of the late William
Arthur and Grace (Monteith) Dinsmore. He is survived by his wife of 49
years, Joan (Evans) Dinsmore of Punxsutawney. He is also survived by
four sons and one daughter: David N. Dinsmore and wife, Deanna,
Burlington, Wash.; Mrs. Mike (Cathryn Ann "Nan") Dinsmore Ellis,
Concord, N.C.; Harry H. Dinsmore Jo., M.D. and wife, Vicki, St. College;
Robert W. Dinsmore and wife, Patricia, Punxsutawney; and John E.
Dinsmore M.D. and wife, Kristin, Fresno, Calif. One sister and one
brother also survive: Helen D. Elliott, Huntingdon; and Ray Dinsmore,
Punxsutawney. He also leaves to mourn his passing nine grandchildren,
four great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was perceded in
death by two brothers: William A. Dinsmore M.D. and Alexander M.
Dinsmore; one sister, Cathryn Ann (Dinsmore) Stahl; and one infant
daughter, Elizabeth Dinsmore. Dr. Dinsmore was a member of the
Presbyterian Church, Punxsutawney. He was board certified in general
surgery and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He attended
Pine twp. high School and graduated from Morgantown High School,
Morgantown, W.Va. He completed his pre-medical requirements at West
Virginia University and graduated from Georgetown Medical School,
Washington D.C., in 1948. He did his internship at Bethesda Naval
Hospital and his surgical training at the Naval Hospital, Philadelphia.
Dr. Dinsmore served in Vietnam during 1966-1967 as chief of surgery at
the Naval Support Activity Hospital, DaNang, Vietnam. He returned to
Bethesda Naval Hospital and retired from the Navy in November 1967.
During his tenure in the United States Navy, he was highly decorated for
both his skill and bravery. He was awarded the Navy's highest medal, the
Navy Cross for service and valor above and beyond the call of duty in
the Vietnam War. He was also awarded the National Defense Medal, Navy
Unit Commendation, American Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal,
Victory Medal (World War II), Navy Occupation Medal, Republic of Vietnam
Medal and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Silver Star which was
the Highest Vietnamese award. He opened his private practice in
Punxsutawney in November 1967 and faithfully served the community with
dedication and commitment until his retirement in January 1991. His
level of skill and concern for the well being of the community brought a
new level of modern medicine to the Punxsutawney area. He will be
remembered fondly by his former patients and colleagues. He had an
abiding love of the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing and walking
through the woods of western Pennsylvania. He was a quiet and thoughtful
man, a generous and living father and husband. He gave his last full
measure to all he undertook and he will be fondly remembered and sadly
missed by his family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1
p.m. Thursday, April 10, at the Presbyterian Church, Punxsutawney, with
the Rev. Kent E. Holmes officiating. Interment will be made in Circle
Hill Cemetery, Punxsutawney, where full military honors will be
accorded. 

Larry W. JOHNSON, 57, of 2326 W. Main St., Middletown, died Monday,
April 7, 2003, in the Frey Village Nursing Center, Middletown. Born Dec.
26, 1945 in Saxton he was the son of the late Jacob H. and Millicent
(Weimert) Johnson. He is survived by his wife, Joanne M. (Clark)
Johnson; one daughter, Jennifer A. McNamara, Middletown, one son, Jeremy
W. Johnson, Elizabethtown; and three grandchildren; Justin McNamara, and
Gwyneth and Jessica Johnson. One sister, Suzanne Kegarise of Manheim,
survives. Mr. Johnson was a member of Valley Baptist Church, Middletown.
He was a member of the Hummelstown Field and Stream Association. A
former employee of the former Fruehauf Corp., Middletown, he also worked
in the maintenance dept. at Hershey Chocolate Co. He enjoyed
woodworking, hunting, fishing and camping. Funeral services will be held
at 2 p.m. Friday, April 11, at the Matinchek and Daughter Funeral Home
and Cremation Services Inc., Middletown, with the Rev. Jerry T. Cowan,
his pastor, officiating. Interment will be made in Middletown Cemetery. 

Verna A. (Browell) GRACE, 91, of Hopewell, died at 8 p.m. Tuesday, April
8, 2003, at The Village at Morrisons Cove, Martinsburg. She had been in
failing health for the past two months. Born July 18, 1911, in Hopewell,
she was a daughter of the late William J. and Cornelia (Evans) Browell.
She was united in marriage to Clifford E. Grace, Nov. 30, 1932, at
Bedford Methodist Church. Mr. Grace preceded her in death June 16, 1985.
She is survived by seven children: Janet Skipper; Mrs. Harry (Ruth)
O'Neal; Mrs. Oscar (Sally) Griffith; Wilday and wife, Virginia (Blake)
Grace; William and wife, Sharon (Smith) Grace; John and wife, Mary
(Seigrist) Grace; and Larry Grace, all of Hopewell. One daughter-in-law,
Jean Emily (Smith) Grace, survives in Everett. There are 21
grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren. She was the last surviving
member of her immediate family, having been preceded in death by four
brothers and two sisters. She was also preceded in death by one son,
James C. Grace; one granddaughter and great-great-granddaughter. Mrs.
Grace was a life member of Hopewell United Methodist Church. She was a
Republican Committee woman for Bedford County for 40 years. She was a
member of the Hopewell Area Senior Citizens. A graduate of Hopewell High
School, she was a member of the Class of 1928. She was primarily a
homemaker. She enjoyed listening to music. Funeral services will be held
at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 19, at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel,
Saxton, with Pastor Barbara Berg officiating. Interment will be made in
Yellow Creek Reformed Cemetery. 

Gladys C. WRIGHT, 94, formerly of HCR 1 Calvin, died at 1:40 p.m.
Monday, April 7, 2003, at Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia. Born
Feb. 2, 1909, in Todd Twp., Huntingdon County, she was a daughter of the
late Ernest and Nettie (Saylor) Wilson. She was married to Walter G.
Wright Oct. 1, 1925. Mr. Wright preceded her in death July 24, 1981. She
is survived by three sons: Bernard E. Wright, Calvin; and W. Glenn
Wright and Gene T. Wright, both of Cassville. There are eight
grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter.
She was preceded in death by one daughter, Lois Wright; two sisters,
Lenore Markey and Valetta Taylor; one brother, Melvin Wilson; and one
great-grandson. Mrs. wright was the last surviving member of the Trough
Creek Valley Baptist Church, Calvin. She retired from Owens-Corning
Fiberglas, Huntingdon, following 26 years service. She was well-known
for her angel food cakes, made from scratch for many in the county.
Along with her family, she made homemade apple butter for the Cassville
Oktoberfest for two decades. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m.
Thursday, April 10, at the Robert I. McClain Funeral Home, Cassville,
with the Rev. James Thomas officiating. Interment will be made in the
Trough Creek Valley Baptist Cemetery, Calvin. 

Guy M. FLASHER, 72, of 133 W. Vandevender St., Mount Union, died at 9:45
p.m. Tuesday, April 8, 2003, at his home, following a brief illness.
Born Feb. 13, 1931, in Mount Union, he was a son of the late Clair and
Jessie (Price) Flasher. He was united in marriage to the former Sherry
L. Warnick Jan. 27, 1951, in Hagerstown, Md. Mrs. Flasher survives at
their home. Three daughters and one son survive: Mrs. Richard (Pamela)
Williams, Everett; and Mrs. David (Amy) Moore, Jon Flasher and Mrs.
Joseph (Lisa) Hicks, all of Mount Union. There are seven grandchildren,
three great-grandchildren, four step-grandchildren and seven
step-great-grandchildren surviving. Four sisters and one brother
survive: Edna Park, Mrs. Richard (Althea) Forsythe, Betty Walker, Mrs.
Frank (Jesse) Pollicino and Clair Flasher Jr., all of Mount Union. He
was preceded in death by the following brothers and sisters: Cecil
Flasher, Helen Rose Flasher, Elizabeth Reuse, Russel Flasher and Allen
Flasher. Mr. Flasher was of the Protestant faith. He graduated from
Mount Union High School with the Class of 1949. A U.S. Army veteran, he
served in Japan during the Korean Conflict. He was an owner operator,
along with Gerald Bumgardner, of Bumgardner and Flasher Oil since 1989
and had been delivering fuel oil since 1953. He retired from the oil
business in 1995. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and loved cats and
dogs. He especially enjoyed sports, having played in the Huntingdon City
Softball League for many years and also for the Townhill baseball team
as well. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, April 11, at
the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, 61 E. Shirley St., Mount Union, with
the Rev. Rod Uhlig and the Rev. Richard Williams officiating. Interment
will be in Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg. 

Sara Jane SELLERS, 91, of 857 Hillside Drive, Camp Hill, and a former
Tyrone resident, died Tuesday, April 8, 2003, at Select Hospital, Camp
Hill. Born Nov. 20, 1911, in Altoona, she was the daughter of the late
Matthew and Fannie (Montgomery) Kearney. On Aug. 21, 1936, in Altoona,
she was married to Byron Sheldon Sellers who preceded her in death June
17, 1984. She is survived by two daughters and one son: Mrs. Gary
(Donna) Crowell of Camp Hill, with whom she had made her home for a
number of years: Pete Sellers of Huntingdon; and Judith Ann Sellers of
Key West, Fla. There are eight grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Two brothers survive: Robert Kearney, Hollidaysburg; and Charles
Kearney, Sacramento, Calif. she was preceded in death by three brothers.
Mrs. Sellers was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church, Tyrone. She
was a graduate of Altoona High School. Funeral services will be held at
noon Friday, April 11, at the Richard H. Searer Funeral Home Inc., 115
W. Tenth St., Tyrone, with the Rev. Charles A Fitzgerald officiating.
Interment will be made in Blair Memorial Park. 

Frances A. MILLER, 86, of P.O. Box 82, Mapleton, died at 5:40 p.m.
Wednesday, April 9, 2003, at J. C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon.
Born June 26, 1916, in Alexandria, she was a daughter of the late Newton
and Ruth (Anderson) Brenneman. She was twice married: First to Howard
James Estep who preceded her in death Aug. 6, 1951; then to Merle M.
Miller who preceded her in death Jan. 20, 1991. She is survived by eight
children: Jeanette M. Banks, Mill Creek; Thelma L. Myers, Newton
Hamilton; Rosalind M. Ward, Mill Creek; Judy A. Gilbert, Mount Union;
James H. Estep, Star Route, Huntingdon; Kay S. Wiser, Orbisonia; Joyce
D. Bollinger, Mill Creek; and Betty E. Puchalo, Waynesboro. There are 40
grandchildren, 71 great-grandchildren and 30 great-great-grandchildren.
Four sisters survive: Martha McCartney and Doris Abrashoff, both of
Mount Union; Alice Kern, Petersburg; and Rene Bunn, Altoona. She was
preceded in death by two daughters: Evelyn E. Port and Carol Estep and
by four brothers and nine sisters. At one time she was a member of the
Mill Creek Volunteer Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary and the Home Association
of the Mapleton American Legion. She was a homemaker. Funeral services
will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 12, at the Robert E. Peters
Funeral Home, 1106 Mifflin St., Huntingdon, with Pastor Frances K. Smith
officiating. Interment will be made in Alexandria Presbyterian Cemetery,
Alexandria. 

Myron James DAVID, 74, of Water street, Cassville, died Thursday
morning, April 10, 2003, at the Southwest Florida Regional Medical
Center, Ft. Myers. Fla. Born June 30, 1928, in Union Twp., he was the
son of the late Leroy and Margaret (Arnold) David. He was married to
Cora (Mansberger) David on Sept. 23, 1950. Mrs. David survives at their
home. Mr. David is survived by one daughter, Kandi David-Meece of
Cassville and two grandsons, Jordan and Morgan. He is also survived by
two brothers and one sister: Harold David of McConnelstown, Charles
David of Womelsdorf, and Eva Chilcote of Mill Creek. Two brothers, John
and Clyde, and one sister, Ethel, preceded him in death. Mr. David
attended the Church of God. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving
with the U.S. Army. Mr. David was a charter member of the Trough Creek
Valley Fire Company. He owned and operated a plumbing and heating
business in the Cassvile area for many years. Mr. David was a loving
father and grandfather. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April
16, at 11 a.m. at the Robert I. McClain Funeral Home, Cassville, with
the Rev. Donald Henderson officiating. Interment will be made in the
Trough Creek Valley Baptist Cemetery in Calvin. 

Walter E. PALMER JR., 67, of 65 Covered Bridge Road, Newburg, died
unexpectedly at 3:50 p.m. on Thursday, April 10, 2003, in Three Springs.
He was born on July 12, 1935, in New York City, N.Y., the son of the
late Walter E. and Evelyn (Minck) Palmer. He was first married to
Dorothy (Slocum) Palmer, who preceded him in death. His second marriage
was to Mary (Casner) Palmer, who survives and resides at their home.
There are eight children surviving. They are: Grace Cotton,
Chambersburg; Michele Lilley, Ambridge; Anne Hooper, Shirleysburg; Joan
Brown, Baltimore, Md.; Kathy Pearson, Eastern Shore, Md.; Carol Shore,
McConnellsburg; Phillip Palmer, Shade Gap. Also surviving are 21
grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Two sisters, Anne Palmer of
Greenville,S.C., and Jeanne Cieslik of Rosemond, Calif., also survive.
Two children preceded Mr. Palmer in death. Mr. Palmer was a member of
Green Springs Brethren in Christ Church, Newville, where he was a member
of the Good Samaritan Sunday School Class. He was a self-employed
trucker, operating W.P. Enterprises in Three Springs. He has over 40
years of service in trucking. Mr. Palmer's children and grandchildren
were very important to him and he spent a lot of time with them. Funeral
services will be conducted Tuesday, April 15, at 11 a.m. at the Robert
D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union with the Rev. Terry Barton
officiating. Interment well be made in Haven Rest Memorial Park,
Shirleysburg. 

Lois A. MADDEN, 91, a resident of Menno Haven Nursing Home, Chambersburg
for the past two years and formerly of Hustontown, passed away Thursday,
April 10, 2003 at Menno Haven. She was born Nov. 7, 1911 in Hustontown,
the daughter of the late Ira Loraine Madden and Cora Belle (Wible)
Madden. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. She was preceded
in death by two brothers, Sheldon L. and Donald Madden, and two sisters,
Nanny E. (Madden) Gaster and Estilene G. (Madden) Fischer. She was a
life member of Center United Methodist Church. She worked as a school
teacher in Taylor Twp. for 44 years. Funeral services will be held
Monday, April 14, at 1 p.m. at the Kelso-Cornelius Funeral Home, Inc.,
McConnellsburg with one hour of visitation prior to the service. The
Rev. George Clippinger will officiate. Interment will be in Southern
Huntingdon County Baptist Church Cemetery. 

Donna J. PHILLIPS, 56, of 120 S. Division St., No. 79 Taylor Apts.,
Mount Union, died at 6:23 p.m. Thursday, April 10, 2003, at the J.C.
Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. She was born Aug. 5, 1946, in
Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of the late Arthur and Jean Ann (Wurts)
Engle. She was united in marriage to Perry Phillips June 17, 1999, in
Las Vegas, Nev. Her husband survives, along with the following children:
Lewis Michaud, Worcester, Mass.; Gary L. Michaud, John T. Michaud and
Russell A. Michaud, all of Williamsport; Lu Ann Michaud, St. Leonard,
Md.; Anna Marie Michaud, Forestville, Md.; and Marilyn Theresa Hocker,
Mount Union. There are four step-children who survive and live out of
state. Also surviving are a number of grandchildren and
great-grandchildren. Two brothers, Jimmy and Arthur, and one sister,
Jeannie, preceded her in death. Mrs. Phillips was of the Protestant
faith. She was a homemaker. There will be a memorial service held at 1
p.m. on Tuesday, April 15, 2003, at the Bethel AME Church, Mount Union. 

Alice L. BURNS, 77, of 4923 Dungarvin Road, Warriors Mark, died at 10
a.m. Friday, April 11, 2003, at the East Pasco Medical Center,
Zephyrhills, Fla. Born Jan. 2, 1926, in Tyrone, she was a daughter of
the late Lee Ernest and Ethel Irene (McCormick) Fleck. She was married
to Domer E. Burns May 18, 1947, at the First English Lutheran Church,
Tyrone. Mr. Burns survives. She is also survived by one daughter and one
son: Sondra K. Varner and her husband, Terry, of State College; and
David L. Burns and his wife, Joyce, of Pennsylvania Furnace. Four
grandchildren survive: Erin and Alyssa Burns, Eric Toggart and Curtis
Varner. One brother and two sisters survive: Frank Fleck, Bellwood;
Charlotte Bayers, Corbin, Ky.; and Julie Larsen, El Paso, Texas. Mrs.
Burns was a member of Warriors Mark Bible baptist Church. She graduated
from Tyrone High School with the Class of 1945. She was fond of sewing,
knitting and crocheting and enjoyed her grandchildren. Funeral services
will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 16, at the Derman Funeral Home
Inc., 1200 Lincoln Ave., Tyrone, with the Rev. Steven E. Burns
officiating. Interment will be made in Blair Memorial Park, Antis Twp.
Blair County. 

Alfred J. "Al" CONNER SR., 72, of Mount Union, died at approximately
11:20 p.m. Friday, April 11, 2003, at his home in Hill Valley. Born Oct.
10, 1930, in Cromwell Twp., Huntingdon County, he was a son of the late
Charles and Kathryn (Flickinger) Conner. He was united in marriage to
the former Mary A. Welch Nov. 9, 1953, in Hagerstown, Md. Mrs. Conner
survives. He is also survived by five daughters and one son: Mrs. Tom
(Mary Jane) Williams, McVeytown; Mrs. Bob (Ima Jean) Heintz, North Fort
Myers, Fla.; Mrs Robert J. (Bonnie G.) Miller and Alfred J. "Joe" Conner
Jr., both of Huntingdon; Mrs. Chris (Grace) Davis, McConnellstown; and
Mrs. Michael (Linda) Wagner, Williamsburg. There are 16 grandchildren
and five great-grandchildren. Also surviving are four brothers and seven
sisters: Charles Conner, Cassville; Robert Conner, Star Route,
Huntingdon; Betty Richkabaugh, Cassville; Jane Stake, Lancaster; Nancy
Runk, Broad Top City; Dorothy Conner, Hesston; Laura Neff, Lancaster,
Kathryn Blair, Calvin; Helen Garber, Lancaster; Richard Conner,
Cassville; and Frank "Pete" Conner, Mount Union. He was preceded in
death by a brother, Sam Conner, who was killed in action during World
War II, and an infant brother. Mr. Conner attended Calvary Independent
Baptist Church, Huntingdon. He was a member of the Korean War Veterans
Association. He served in the U.S. Army in Korea during the Korean
Conflict and was awarded the Purple Heart for being wounded in action.
He spent three years as a prisoner of war in North Korea. A farmer and
machinist for much of his life, he was most recently employed at the
former Elco Manufacturing Co., Huntingdon. He enjoyed hunting, fishing
and sports cars. He also enjoyed raising animals. Funeral services will
be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 15, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral
Home, Mount Union, with the Rev. Thomas Coleman officiating. Interment
will be made in the Garden of Honor at the Mount Union Cemetery. 



Bernard S. SIMONE, 67, a resident of Naples, Fla., for nine years and of
Huntingdon for the past year, formerly of Allison Park, died at 10:45
p.m. Saturday, April 12, 2003, in Naples, Fla. He was born May 22, 1935,
in Pittsburgh, the son of the late Samuel and Josephine (Spearline)
Simone. He married Lois Mennow April 11, 1964, at the Transfiguration
Roman Catholic Church, Russellton. He is survived by his wife at the
couple's Huntingdon residence and by two sons and their wives: Bernard
S. Jr. and Kim Simone of Fort Collins, Colo., and Dr. Michael A. and
Kimberly Simone of Huntingdon. Two grandchildren, Giovanni Francis
Simone and Ava Marie Simone, both of Fort Collins, Colo., survive. Mr.
Simone was of the Catholic faith. He was a member of the Benevolent and
Protective Order of Elks Allegheny Lodge No. 339, Pittsburgh, for 25
years. He graduated from Allegheny High School, Pittsburgh, in the Class
of 1953 and attended the University of Pittsburgh where he studied
mechanical drafting. A private in the U.S. Army Reserves, he served with
the 332 Transportation Group from 1958-1964. He worked for several years
in the Pittsburgh area as a mechanical draftsman, retiring in 1994. Mr.
Simone was an avid sports fan and enjoyed collectable cars. A funeral
Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 22, at Most Holy Trinity
Catholic Church, Huntingdon, with the Rev. David J. Arseneault
officiating. Interment will be made in Riverview Cemetery, Huntingdon. 

Glee Marguerite MORRISON, 84, of HCR 1, Broad Top City , died at 6:30
a.m. Sunday, April 13, 2003, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital,
Huntingdon. Born March 5, 1919, in Mercer County, Ohio, she was a
daughter of the late Elza and Julia Ann (Hardin) Kiser. She was married
to Mendell Morrison in Louisville, Ky., in 1937. Mr. Morrison preceded
her in death June 30, 1965. She is survived by one daughter, Gay Lea
Ayyagari, Baldwin, Md. Three grandchildren survive: Sujatha Nigam,
Morgantown, W.Va.; Rajasekhara Ayyagari, New Haven, Conn.; and Shalini
Ayyagari, Berleley, Calif. She is also survived by one great-grandson,
Nilaan Nigam. Two brothers and one sister preceded her in death. Mrs.
Morrison was a member of Lawrence Chapter No. 384, Order of Eastern
Star, Indianapolis, Ind. She retired in 1981 from the U.S. Army Audit
Agency, Indianapolis Office, Indianapolis, Ind. Graveside services will
be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 17, at the Mechanicsburg Cemetery,
Mechaniscburg. Ind. 

Miles R. HORTON, 62, of 121 Shoup Branch St., Saxton, formerly of
Langdondale, died at 1:40 a.m. Sunday, April 13, 2003, at Altoona
Hospital, Altoona. He had been in failing health for the past year. Born
June 27, 1940, in Langdondale, he was a son of the late Cloyd and Edna
(Leighty) Horton. He is survived by one son and one daughter: Steven
Horton, Temple, Texas; and Sherri Horton, Chambersburg. Two brothers
survive: Gene Horton of Mifflintown and Gary Horton of Brookfield, Mo.
Mr. Horton was of the Protestant faith. He was a member of the Hopewell
VFW and the Saxton Sportsmen's Club. He retired from Letterkenny Army
Depot, Chambersburg, and was employed by Seton, Saxton, before retiring
from Seton in June 2002. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday, April 16, at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with
Pastor Barbara Berg officiating. Interment will be made in Langdondale
Cemetery, Hopewell.

Mary Weber "Sunny" ENGLE, 94, the wife of former Penn State football
coach Charles "Rip" Engle, died Sunday, April 13, 2003, at Brookline
Village State College. She was born Dec. 21, 1908, in Easton. She is
survived by one son, Charles B. "Chip" Engle, two grandsons and two
great-grandsons. A 1929 graduate of Western Maryland, she married her
husband that same year. He was a 1930 Western Maryland graduate. Mr.
Engle died in State College March 7, 1983. Mrs. Engle was a member of
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, State College. She was a member of the
Daughters of the American Revolution and the Antiquists Club. She did
graduate work at University Paris 1 -- The Pantheon Sorbonne, and for
several years taught French in schools in Waynesboro, when her husband
was the football coach at Waynesboro High School. She had been a
resident of State College since 1950, when her husband was named the
Nittany Lions' 13th head football coach after a successful tenure at
Brown. Funeral services will be held in State College. Interment will be
made in Salisbury Cemetery, Salisbury. 

William W. MILLER, 57, of Birdhaven Place, McVeytown, died at 5:35 p.m.
Sunday, April 13, 2003, at his home. Born March 28, 1946, in Mount
Union, he was a son of Chester A. and Eunice I. (Esh) Miller. His father
survives at Meadowview Manor, McVeytown. His mother preceded him in
death. He is survived by his wife, Donna M. (Rhodes) Miller. Also
surviving are one son and two daughters: Edward Miller, Thompsontown;
Mrs. James (Marissa) Shimp, McVeytown; and Rhonda Fisher, Lewistown; two
stepsons and two step-daughters: Clarence Young, Rosalie Knouse and
Keith Young, all of Lewistown, and Mrs. Danny (Julie) Sheriff,
Mifflintown. There are 14 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a step-daughter, Rita Huffman, and a
brother, Glen Miller. Mr. Miller was of the Protestant faith. He served
as a first lieutenant for the McVeytown Fire Police and was a member of
the McVeytown Lions Club, Friends of The Greenwood Furnace Park and
Teamsters Local No. 776. He was employed as a truck driver for Red Star
Express, retiring in 1998. He was an avid NASCAR fan. Funeral services
will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 16, at Harshbarger Funeral
Home, McVeytown, with the Rev. Donald E., Peters Jr., officiating.
Interment will be made in Lind Memorial Cemetery, Lewistown. 

David Tod BREMER, 43, a resident of the Shippensburg Health Care Center,
formerly of 116 Willow drive, Shippensburg, died at 4:35 a.m. Monday,
April 14, 2003, at the center. Born June 10, 1959, in McConnellsburg,
Fulton County, he was a son of Paul D. and Faye H. (Walker) Bremer. His
father survives in Shippensburg. His mother preceded him in death Dec.
4, 1991. He is also survived by numerous uncles, aunts and cousins. Mr.
Bremer was a 1977 graduate of Shippensburg High School and a graduate of
Penn State University, State College. Funeral services will be held at
10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 17, in the Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home
Inc., 112 W. King St., Shippensburg, with the Rev. Frank L. Mathna
officiating. Interment will be made in Three Springs Cemetery, Three
Springs. 

William Franklin HOFFER, 57, of Petersburg, died at 2:15 p.m. Monday,
April 14, 2003, at Huntingdon Manor, Huntingdon. He was born May 27,
1945, at his family's home in West Twp., the son of Helen L. (Brantner)
Hoffer of Williamsburg and the late Roy M. Hoffer. He was united in
marriage to Clara M. McConaughey April 12, 1966, at Petersburg United
Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife at home, his mother in
Williamsburg and two daughters, Mrs. Steven (Barbara) Ryzner of
Alexandria and Diana Hoffer of Petersburg. His granddaughter, Megan
Russler, currently a student at Penn State University, was reared in the
Hoffer home. He is survived by three brothers and six sisters: Roy
Hoffer Jr., Spring Mills; Ron Hoffer, Petersburg; Larry Hoffer,
Somerset; Delores Weaver, Bellefonte; Mrs. Roy (Dorothy) Sweely, Spring
Mills; Janet Hoffer, Milroy; Mrs. Dean ( Gloria) Dick, Alexandria; Mrs.
Gene (Bonnie) Shade, Huntingdon; and Mrs. Randy (Darlene) Dick,
Petersburg. He was preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Munzek, and a
brother, Ricky Hoffer. Mr. Hoffer was a lifetime resident of West Twp
and attended Petersburg public schools. He worked for Hickes
Construction Company as a fencing installer until he was injured and
retired on disability in 1985. He had also worked as a maintenance
manager for an apartment complex in State College for nine years, for
the West Twp. road departments and on local farms in the Petersburg
area. Before his accident, Mr. Hoffer was an avid hunter. He was a
skilled carpenter and a wood crafter, known throughout the valley as a
helping hand to many people and to many projects. A private graveside
service will be held at Mooresville Cemetery with Pastor Jolene Willis
officiating.

Mary Gertrude STEELE, 78, of 2 W. 11th St., Tyrone, died Tuesday
morning, April 15, 2003, at Life Care Hospital, Wilkinsburg. She was
born Feb. 19, 1925, at Manor Hill, the daughter of the late James
Alexander and Annie J. (Hoffman) Hoffer. She was united in marriage to
Ellsworth J. Steele, Dec. 1, 1943, in Tyrone. Mr. Steele preceded her in
death Oct. 25, 1988. She is survived by one daughter, Mary C. Steele of
Tyrone; three sons, Robert J. Steele and Martin B. Steel, both of
Tyrone, and Ernest L. Steele of Hanover; seven grandchildren; five
step-grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. A brother, William Hoffer
of Sinking Valley, survives. She was preceded in death by three
brothers, James, Pete and Edward S.; and three sisters, Elsie Riling,
Esther Hammond and Lorina Mitchell. Mrs. Steele attended the Assembly of
God Church in Tyrone. She retired from Big Yank Corp. and was preciously
employed in the dietary and laundry departments at Tyrone Hospital. She
also worked at the Westvaco papermill restaurant. Funeral services will
be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 19, at the Derman Funeral Home Inc.,
Tyrone, with the Rev. Terryann Talbot-Moses officiating. Interment will
be made at Blair Memorial Park, Antis Twp., Blair County. 

Robert William RANCK, 75, of Cameo Drive, Fayetteville, died at 12:10
p.m. Tuesday, April 15, 2003, at Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg.
Born Jan. 11, 1928, in Chambersburg, he was the son of the late Oscar W.
and Veda (Heefner) Ranck. He married Patricia M. Wilson Dec. 29, 1951.
He is survived by his wife at home; two sons, Robert Ranck of Newburg
and Timothy L. Ranck of Chambersburg; and by three daughters, Mrs.
Clarence (Veda) Trump III of Chambersburg, Mrs. Nicholas (Susan) Unger
of Fayetteville and Mrs. Scott (Day) Wagner of Chambersburg. Nine
children and five great-grandchildren survive. Mr. Ranck was a member of
Bethel Assembly of God Church, Chambersburg. He was a graduate of
Hustontown High School and served with the U.S. Navy in 1945. He retired
in 1999 as vice president of operations for E.F. Goetz construction,
Chambersburg, after 38 years of service. Later, he worked at Hearthside
Homes, Chambersburg. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday,
April 18, at the M.R. Brown Funeral Home, Hustontown, with the Rev.
Garry L. Kipe officiating. Interment will be made in Hustontown
Cemetery. 

Clifford "Junior" RICKABAUGH, 77, of Huntingdon Manor, formerly of
Robertsdale, passed away at 9:45 a.m. Friday, April 18, 2003, at
Huntingdon Manor. Born in Cookstown Oct. 2, 1925, he was the son of the
late Kelly and Agnes (Jones) Smith. He was united in marriage to the
former Justine Scitticatt. He is survived by his wife; two daughters,
Wanda Swope and Mary Ann Lane, both of Robertsdale; four sons, Clifford
Rickabaugh, Pittsburgh, Richard Rickabaugh and David Rickabaugh, both of
Robertsdale, and Brian Rickabaugh, Coalmont; 14 grandchildren and nine
great-grandchildren. A granddaughter, Anna Difibaugh, was reared in Mr.
Rickabaugh's home. Two brothers, Veryl Smith of Robertsdale and James
Rickabaugh, Middletown, survive. He was preceded in death by a son,
Chester Rickabaugh, and a brother, Robert Rickabaugh. Mr. Rickabaugh was
affiliated with the Robertsdale Church of God. He served in the U.S.
Navy during World War II and was awarded the Philippine Liberation
Ribbon (one star), the Pacific Theater Ribbon (two stars), the American
Theatre Ribbon and the Victory Medal. He worked as a coal miner and
during his life, enjoyed maintaining the church and parsonage lawn.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 21, at the
Robertsdale Church of God with Pastor Donald Simmons officiating.
Interment will be made in the IOOF Cemetery, Broad Top City. Full
military honors will be accorded. 

Betty R. LEONARD, 69, of Saltillo, died at 4:18 a.m. Friday, April 18,
2003, at Fulton County Medical Center, McConnellsburg. Born Feb. 5,
1934, in Union Twp., Huntingdon County, she was the daughter of the late
Raymond and Myrtle (Crownover) Prough. She was united in marriage to
George B. Leonard Sept. 17, 1955, in Norristown. Mr. Leonard preceded
her in death Sept. 22, 1999. She is survived by five children: David
Leonard, Celia Allen, Larry Leonard and Roger Leonard, all of Saltillo,
and Karen Smith of Burnt Cabins; nine grandchildren; six
great-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren. Two sisters, Anna
Chilcote, a resident of the Shirley Home for the Aged, Shirleysburg, and
Sharon Prough of Shade Gap; a brother, Larry Prough, Broad Top City; and
a step-sister, Carol Allen of Mount Union, survive. She was preceded in
death by a son, Gary; a daughter, Patty Leonard; four brothers and three
sisters. Mrs. Leonard was a homemaker. She enjoyed her cat, birdhouses
and spending time with her grandchildren. Funeral services will be held
at 11 a.m. Monday, April 21, at the Robert I. McClain Funeral Home,
Cassville, with the Rev. Janice Black officiating. Interment will be
made in Trough Creek Valley Baptist Cemetery, Calvin. 

Pearl M. BOOHER, 84, of 15 Tammy Trail, McVeytown, died at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, April 18, 2003, at William Penn Nursing Home, Lewistown, where
she had been a resident for the past two years. Born Nov. 30, 1918, in
McVeytown, she was the daughter of the late Howard C. and Nannie A.
(Moist) Renninger. She was united in marriage to David E. Booher April
5, 1945, in Williamsburg. She was preceded in death by her husband May
8, 1974. She is sruvived by a stepson, Samuel Booher of Lewistown; a
brother, James Renninger of Mount Union and many nieces, nephews,
great-nieces, great-nephews. great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews.
Mrs. Booher was a member of the Spring Run Church of the Brethren,
McVeytown. She was a farmer and cut paper wood with her husband for many
years. She enjoyed spending time with her family and traveling whenever
she could. Funeral services will beheld at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 22, at
the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with Pastor Sam King
officiating. Interment will be made in Pine Glen Cemetery, McVeytown. 

Carl H. BROWN, 74, of HCR 1, Robertsdale, died at 6:30 a.m. Saturday,
April 19, 2003, at Washington County Hospital, Hagerstown, Md. Born July
2, 1928, in Finleyville, Broad Top Twp., Bedford County, he was the son
of the late Charles and Emma (Winters) Brown. He was united in marriage
to the former Ora P. Leonard Jan. 16, 1954, in Saltillo. Mrs. Brown
preceded him in death Dec. 12, 2001. He is survived by one son, Larry
Brown of Robertsdale; four daughters: Janet Ramper of Robertsdale,
Sandra Neville of Wells Tannery, Brenda Ramper of Broad Top City and
Sharon Hicks of Calvin; eight grandchildren and five
great-grandchildren. A brother, Harry Parker Brown of Robertsdale,
survives. Three brothers are deceased, Walter R., Ernest W. and Mr.
Brown's twin, Charles D. Mr. Brown was a charter member of Heritage
Baptist Church, Three Springs, where he served as deacon. He was a U.S.
Army veteran and served as a forest fire warden for 45 years. He was
also a member of the Broad Top Old-timers Association. He was employed
at Letterkenny Army Depot, Chambersburg, for 28 years. A carpenter by
trade, Mr. Brown was also involved in cabinet making. Funeral services
will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, at Heritage Baptist Church,
Three Springs, with the Rev. Donald Henderson officiating. Interment
will be made in the IOOF Memorial Cemetery, Broad Top City. 

Ruth H. REINSCHMIDT, 86, of 4429 Spruce Creek Road, Spruce Creek, died
at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 19, 2003, at Beverly Healthcare- Hillview,
Altoona. She was born March 30, 1917, in Tyrone, the daughter of Fay V.
and Emma Jane (Harris) Little. In 1932, she was united in marriage to
Robert W. Reinschmidt in Tyrone. She is survived by her husband; two
daughters, Beverly Shenefelt and her husband, William, and Nancy
Schlueter, all of Spruce Creek; two sons, Frank D. Reinschmidt of Spruce
Creek and Robert R. Reinschmidt of Tyrone; seven grandchildren; and 13
great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two grandsons, Darren
"Kip" Shenefelt and Todd Schlueter. Mr. Reinschmidt was a member of
God's Missionary Church, Seven Stars. Funeral services will be at 11
a.m. Tuesday, April 22, at the Derman Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone, with
Pastor Alvin R. Shaffer officiating. Interment will be made in Eastland
Cemetery, Snyder Twp., Blair County.

John S. JONES, 84, of Cassville, died Saturday morning, April 19, 2003,
at his home. Born March 9, 1919, at Wood, Bedford County, he was the son
of the late James and Mary (Fulton) Jones. He was twice married: first
to Violet M. Ritchey who preceded him in death; then to the former Helen
M. Duvall Sept. 15, 1973. He is survived by his wife at home; a son, Jim
Jones and his wife, Jeanette, of Aurora, Ohio; a daughter, Sally Sheeder
and her husband, Max, of New Grenada; a stepdaughter, Kathy Dell and her
husband, Gary, of Cassville; a stepson, Martin Brunner and his wife,
Maxine, of Mapleton; 15 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. A
sister, Ruth Hicks of Middletown, survives. He was preceded in death by
a son who died in infancy, three brothers and two sisters. Mr. Jones was
of the Church of God faith. He retired in 1985 from JLG Industries,
McConnellsburg. Prior to that he was a coal minor for 35 years and
worked in construction for eight years. Funeral services will be held at
2 p.m. Wednesday, April 23, at the Robert I. McClain Funeral Home,
Cassville, with the Rev. John Traxler officiating. Interment will be
made in the IOOF Memorial Cemetery Broad Top City.

Edward Eugene VARNER, 70, of HCR 83, Shade Gap, died at 8:08 p.m.
Saturday, April 19, 2003, at the Malta Home in Granville. Born April 8,
1933, in Blairs Mills, he was the son of the late Raymond and Hazel
(Hampton) Varner. He was united in marriage to the former May Kearns
March 16, 1953. He is survived by his wife at home; one daughter, Pam
Lake of Shade Gap, and two grandchildren, Eddie and Candice Lake. A
brother, Jack Varner of Shade Gap, survives. Mr. Varner was of the
Protestant faith. He retired in 1988 as a heavy equipment operator from
the E.D. Plummer Construction Company, Chambersburg, after 25 years of
service. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 23,
at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with the Rev. Marlin
Neil officiating. Interment will be made in Pleasant Hill Cemetery,
Shade Gap.

Harry A. HOFFMAN, 81, of 142 E. Chestnut St., Lancaster, died Saturday
April 19, 2003, at Essa Flory Hospice Center following a brief illness.
Born Sept. 28, 1921, in Petersburg, he was the son of the late Charles
M. and Luella (Archey) Hoffman. He is survived by a sister, Mary Jane
Lightner of Alexandria, and a niece, Regina A. Ormsby of Petersburg. Mr.
Hoffman was a member of Lancaster Elks Lodge No. 134 and life member of
American Legion Post 150 in Petersburg. A veteran of World War II, He
retired as master sergeant in the U.S. Air Force Reserves. Mr. Hoffman
was employed as manager at the former Van Sciver Furniture Store in
Lancaster. He served as house manager at the Fulton Opera House in
Lancaster for 25 years and was instrumental in the theater's
restoration. Funeral services will be held in private at the convenience
of Mr. Hoffman's family. 

Janet Ruth LOCKE, 76, a resident of Woodland Retirement Center,
Orbisonia, since 2000, formerly of Shade Gap, died at 6:40 a.m. Sunday,
April 20, 2003, at Woodland. Born Nov. 21, 1926, in Burnt Cabins, she
was the daughter of the late Luther and Beulah (Nead) Locke. She was
united in marriage to William J. Locke April 20, 1946, in Hagerstown,
Md. She is survived by her husband at HCR 62, Shade Gap; three sons,
Ronald J. Locke of Huntingdon and Randall W. Locke and Steven R. Locke,
both of Shade Gap; two Daughters, Bonnie L. Locke of Shade Gap and J.
Diane (Locke) Popp of Hagerstown, Md.; and four grandchildren. She is
survived by two sisters, Dorothy Mellot of Mercersburg and Mildred Linn
of Woodland Retirement Center, and one brother, Stanley Locke of Burnt
Cabins. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter; three brothers,
Robert Locke, Wallace Locke and Richard "Dick" Locke; and three sisters,
Mary (Locke) Brown, Hazel (Locke) Brown and Bernice (Locke) Kling. Mrs.
Locke attended Fair Ridge Assembly of God Church, Shade Gap. She was
employed as a server at various area restaurants: Sunny Ridge, Shade
Gap; the former Howard Johnson's, Path Valley; and the former Toll
House, Fort Littleton. In earlier years, she worked at Edward's Packing
Inc., Saint Thomas. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday,
April 24, at the Fair Ridge Assembly of God Church, Shade Gap, with the
Revs. Wilson Boyd and Belvy White officiating. Interment will be made in
Fair Ridge Cemetery. 

Lester L. LYNN, 73, of Box 120 Evergreen Lane, Six Mile Run, died late
Sunday evening, April 20, 2003, at Veterans Hospital, Pittsburgh,
following a lengthy illness. Born June 24, 1929, at Six Mile Run, he was
the son of the late Harry "Ducky" Lynn and Mary "Maize" Graffious. He is
survived by three brothers: Charles "Mocky" Lynn, and Edwin "Peach"
Lynn, both of Six Mile Run, and Darryl "Butch" Lynn of Doylestown; two
sisters, Mary Cake and Lois "Lady" Long, both of Huntingdon; and a
number of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three brothers
and three sisters. Mr. Lynn was of the Protestant faith and worked in
construction. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April
24, at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor Stanley
Cordell officiating. Interment will be made in Evans Cemetery, Six Mile
Run. 

Leoda M. (Frazer) LEAMER, 89, 113 Spruce St., Smithfield Twp., died at
9:50 a.m. Monday, April 21, 2003, at The Oaks, Westminster Woods,
Huntingdon, where she had been residing. Born Aug. 27, 1913, in
Huntingdon, she was the daughter of the late Winfield Scott and Huldah
(Hench) Frazer. She was united in marriage to Edward L. Leamer, who
preceded her in death March 4, 1972. She is survived by two sons: H.
Benjamin Leamer, Loysville, and Robert E. Leamer, Huntingdon; and two
daughters: Mrs. Hugh (Carole M.) Roby, Augusta, Ga., and Mrs. Lynn
(Nancy L.) Smyers, Alexandria. She is survived by four grandsons: Todd
Adam Roby of Huntingdon, Greg S. Smyers of Alexandria, Brett E. Leamer
of Grove City and Tim L. Smyers of Alexandria; four granddaughters:
Kathy Jo Greene and Bobbi Sue Leamer, both of Huntingdon, Jennifer A.
Glover of Stattanville and Kristin E. Leamer of Pittsburgh; one
great-granddaughter, Brittany M. Greene of Huntingdon; and one
great-grandson, Zachary L. Greene of Huntingdon. She was preceded in
death by a son, William L. Leamer, Dec. 2, 1998; an infant son, James
Edward Leamer; a grandson, Brett E. Roby; three sisters, Vera Frazer,
Lenora Reed and Helen Frazer; and two brothers, John and Harold Frazer.
Mrs. Leamer was a member of the First Regular Baptist Church,
Huntingdon. A lifetime resident of Smithfield Twp., Huntingdon, she
attended Smithfield public schools. she was a homemaker who enjoyed
reading and gardening. She especially enjoyed spending time with her
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at
10 a.m. Friday, April 25, at the Cutright-Speck Funeral Home, Smithfield
Twp., Huntingdon, with Pastor Robert L. Andrews officiating. Interment
will be made in Huntingdon Memorial Gardens, Walker Twp.

Chester C. MOIST, 77, of 820 Kistler Road, Mount Union, died
unexpectedly at 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2003, at his home. Born Nov.
29, 1925, in Union Twp., Huntingdon County, he was the son of the late
Moses and Laura Ruth (Williams) Moist. He was united in marriage to Lois
M. Whitsel Dubbs, April 13, 1963. He is survived by his wife at home;
two step-children, Shirley L. McIntyre of Midland, Mich., and H. Duane
Dubbs of Huntingdon; six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Two
brothers, Jim Moist of Tyrone and Ray Moist of Middletown, survive. He
was preceded in death by a sister, Esther Harshbarger, and two brothers,
John Moist and Moses Moist. Mr. Moist was a member of the Sugar Run
Church of the Brethren, Hill Valley. He was a member of both the Mount
Union and Newton-Wayne volunteer fire companies and was an active member
of the fire police for many years. He retired from North American
Refractories in Mount Union after 30 years of service. Funeral services
will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 26, at the Sugar Run Church of
the Brethren, with the Rev. Jim Hullihen officiating. Interment will be
made in Germany Valley Cemetery, Shirleysburg.

Richard E. "Dick" KIMMEY, 67, of Knoxville, Tenn., Formerly of
Perrysburg, Ohio, and Huntingdon, died Tuesday, April 22, 2003. Born
Sept. 13, 1935, in Quakertown, he was the son of John and Kathryn (Beck)
Kimmey. He was twice married: First to the former Mildred Tims who
preceded him in death; then to Caroline Kimmey. He is survived by his
wife at home; two daughters: Lynne Zajac and her husband, John, of
Perrysburg, Ohio, and Carol J. Kimmey of Cleveland, Ohio; a son, Richard
E. Kimmey Jr. and his wife, Christine, of Lambertville, Mich.; two
granddaughters, Kathryn and Elizabeth Zajac; two grandsons, Nicholas and
Evan Kimmey; four step-daughters: Tamara Nickey and her husband, Greg;
Robin Flynn; Kimberly McCormack and her husband, Michael; and Amy Styers
and her husband, David; and 10 step-grandchildren. Mr. Kimmey was a
member of Zoar Lutheran Church, Perrysburg. Early in his career, Mr.
Kimmey taught at the Pennsylvania School for the Deaf. Later, he served
as director of admissions for Juniata College for 13 years and was
employed in the human resources department at Owens Corning for more
than 15 years. He served the Luther Home of Mercy until his retirement.
He enjoyed golf, fly fishing and was an avid model railroad builder and
collector. He received a kidney, the gift of life, three years ago.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 26, at the Zoar
Lutheran Church, 314 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg Ohio. 

Sarah N. MILLER, 50, of Blairs Mills, died Wednesday, April 23, 2003, at
her home. Born Oct. 25, 1952, in Baltimore, Md., she was a daughter of
the late Arthur and Grace (Green) Clark. She was united in marriage to
Michael A. Miller Aug. 18, 1973, at McConnellsburg. Mr. Miller survives
at their home along with their son, Philip M. Miller. Also surviving are
three brothers: George Bausman, Baltimore, Md.; William Bausman,
Oroville, Calif.; and Arthur Clark Jr., Shade Gap. She was preceded in
death by one brother, Paul Clark. Mrs. Miller was a member of St. Mary's
Catholic Church, Shade Gap. She was also active with the Ladies
Auxiliary of the Shade Gap Area Volunteer Fire Co. and the Shade Gap
Area Senior Citizens, with which she enjoyed working. She retired from
the South Mountain Restoration Center, South Mountain. It was Mrs.
Miller's final request there be no public visitation or funeral service.

Gerturde I. "Gertie" BILGER, 76, of P.O. Box 195, Newton Hamilton, died
at 12:45 a.m. Wednesday, April 23, 2003, at J.C. Blair Memorial
Hospital, Huntingdon. She had been in failing health. Born Dec. 21,
1926, in Kistler, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Sally
(Bryant) Brotemarkle. She was united in marriage to Forest H. Bilger
Feb. 8, 1947, at the Newton Hamilton Church parsonage by the Rev. John
Hoover. She was preceded in death by her husband Jan. 13, 1983. She is
survived by two sons and three daughters: Mrs. Ralph "Mike" (Shirley)
Sunderland of Newton Hamilton, Ronald L. Bilger of Mount Union, Mrs.
James (Joanne) Conway Sr. of Newton Hamilton, Mrs. Shawn (Faye) Fisher
of Mount Union, and Randy K. Bilger of Newton Hamilton; nine
grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. A brother, Roy Brotemarkle
of Newton Hamilton, survives. She was preceded in death by one
great-granddaughter and eight brothers and sisters. Mrs. Bilger attended
the First Assembly of God Church in Mount Union. She was primarily a
homemaker, though she had worked in the food service industry, being
previously employed by Letterkenney Army Depot, Chambersburg, the C.M.
Creitz Bologna Factory, Mount Union, and Empire Kosher, Mount Union.
Mrs. Bilger loved cooking and shopping, and very much enjoyed spending
time with her family and grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at
the convenience of the family Friday, April 25, at the Robert D. Heath
Funeral Home, Mount Union, with Pastor Gordon Ross officiating.
Interment will be made in Newton Hamilton Memorial Cemetery.

Pauline A. FRANKS, 73, of Petersburg, died Thursday, April 24, 2003, at
Centre Community Hospital, State College. Born Feb. 19, 1930, in Tyrone,
she was the only child of the late Alfred and Mildred (Weaver) Austin.
She married Donald E. Franks March 31, 1950. Mr. Franks survives. In
addition to her husband of 53 years, she is survived by 13 nieces and
nephews: Robert Franks, Richard Franks, Herbert Franks, Bonnie Stangl,
Duane Franks, Glenn Reed, Jean Reed, Ronald Close, Linda Close, Joanne
Henney, Janet Conrad, Hal Hallock and Dixie McCormick. One
brother-in-law, Melvin Franks, and one sister-in-law, Anna Jean Helmick,
survive. One nephew, Val Hallock, preceded her in death. Mrs. Franks was
a member of State College Presbyterian Church. She was a 1948 graduate
of State College High School. Employed as a supervisor for undergraduate
admissions at Penn State for 31 years, she retired in 1980. She enjoyed
crocheting, knitting, canning, crafts and working outdoors. Funeral
services at the Koch Funeral Home, in State College, will be private at
the convenience of the family. The Rev. Dr. Charles J. Curley will
officiate. Interment will be made in Centre County Memorial Park. 

Steven Gary WIBLE, 46, of Hesston, died at 4:35 a.m. Friday, April 25,
2003, at Altoona Hospital, Altoona. Born Oct. 18, 1956, in Huntingdon,
he was a son of Orin Jr. and Mary Elizabeth (Guyton) Wible, who survive
in Hesston. One brother and two sisters survive: Donald Ray Wible,
Hesston; Mrs. Kevin (Melinda) Aurandt, Huntingdon; and Mrs. Rob (Carol)
Kinzey, Defiance. His grandmother, Martha (Cramer) Wible, survives in
Huntingdon. Two nieces and one nephew also survive. Mr. Wible was a
member of Jacob's Church, Hesston. A 1975 graduate of Huntingdon Area
High School, he was a lifetime resident of Juniata Twp. Since 1988, he
had worked for Shores Unlimited, a private contractor for the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers at Raystown Lake, as a maintenance person and
groundskeeper. He also did maintenance and emergency work for the Seven
Point Marina and Anchorage Enterprises. He was a skilled woodcraftsman,
he made detailed wooden cars, trucks and other novelties. He was an avid
hunter and enjoyed NASCAR racing. A funeral service will be held at 1
p.m. Monday, April 28, at Jacob's Church, Penn Twp. Hesston, with the
Rev. H. Lloy Blattenberger officiating. Interment will be made in the
White Church Cemetery, adjacent to the church. 

Carl Eugene BOOHER SR., 94, of Rockhill Furnace, died Saturday morning,
April 26, 2003, at Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia. Born March 9,
1909, in Todd Twp., Huntingdon County, he was a son of the late Dorsey
and Charlotte (Leisty) Booher. He was united in marriage tot the former
Mildred L. Harkins July 16, 1928. Mrs. Booher preceded him in death June
2, 1995. Two sons and two daughters survive: Carl E. Booher Jr.,
Orbisonia; Shirley N. Drakulic, Pitcairn; Donna Jean Litzinger,
Pensacola, Fla.; and Gary Lee Booher, Adamsburg. There are 14
grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and four
great-great-grandchildren. Two brothers and one sister preceded him in
death. Mr. Booher was a member of the Rockhill Church of the Brethren,
Rockhill Furnace. He was active with the Orbisonia Area Senior Citizens.
He retired from the Pennsylvania Railroad with 40 years service. Funeral
services will be held at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, at
11 a.m. Tuesday, April 29, with the Rev. David Ort officiating.
Interment will be made in the IOOF Memorial Cemetery, Rockhi9ll Furnace.

F. Elaine CLARK, 73, of Vail, Tyrone, died at 8:20 a.m. Sunday, April
27, 2003, at her home. Born Aug. 25, 1929, in Alexandria, she was a
daughter of the late Charles Frederick and Theresa (Brenneman) Kidd. On
Nov. 7, 1954, in Kenmore, N.Y., she was married by the Rev. Theodore T.
Lehmann to William E. Clark. Mr. Clark survives. She is also survived by
one son, William Frederick Clark and wife, Mary, of Vail; and one
sister, Josephine Mark, Huntingdon. Her mother-in-law, Margaret Clark a
resident of Epworth Manor, Tyrone, survives. Two nieces also survive:
Diana Mark-Paff, Harrisburg; and Beth Ann Mark, Wilmington, Del. Mrs.
Clark attended the Huntingdon schools and the Philadelphia General
Hospital School of Nursing. She was employed as a maternity nurse at
J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon, then as a general duty and
head nurse at Tyrone Hospital, from where she retired in 1989. She had
also worked briefly for the J.C. Blair Company, Huntingdon. She greatly
enjoyed the outdoors, bird watching, gardening, yard work, walking in
the woods and, for a number of years, horseback riding. She was an avid
reader and liked to quilt, sew, knit, cross-stitch and work with stained
glass. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 30, at
Feller Memorial Home with the Rev. Jay E. Jones officiating. Interment
will be made at Bald Eagle Cemetery. 

Mary Lou MINGES, 71, of Bethany Towers, Wesley Drive, Mechanicsburg,
died at 7:28 p.m. Sunday, April 27, 2003, at Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp
Hill. Born June 20, 1931, in Cromwell Twp., Huntingdon County, she was a
daughter of the late Harry and Gertrude (Lane) Fleck. Two sons survive:
George W. Minges III, New Bloomfield; and David W. Minges, Baltimore,
Md. She is also survived by three grandchildren: Lauren Minges, Tori
Minges and Abby Minges, all of New Bloomfield; and one sister, Marie
Huntington, Carlisle. One sister, Madeline Nevins, preceded her in
death. Mrs. Minges was of the Protestant faith. She spent most of her
early years in the Pogue area of Southern Huntingdon County. She was a
homemaker. A special part of her life was being a member of the art
class at Bethany Village for the past several years. She especially
enjoyed working with arts and crafts. Funeral services will be held at 3
p.m. Tuesday, April 29, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia,
with the Rev. David Ford officiating. Interment will be made in Three
Springs Cemetery, Three Springs. 

Ralph T. METZ SR., 85, of 25 Old Orchard Lane, Allensville, died at 4:47
p.m. Sunday, April 27, 2003, at Beverly Healthcare/William Penn,
Lewistown. Born Dec. 23, 1917, in Allensville, he was a son of the late
Thomas and Virginia (Civitts) Metz. He was united in marriage to the
former Ann McCoy April 11, 1942, in Belleville, Mrs. Metz survives at
Valley View Terrace, Belleville. Three daughters and two sons survive:
Mrs. George (Virginia) Chalinsky, Pottsville; Mrs. Richard (Mary Ellen)
Herrmann, Lisbon, Conn.; Mrs. Franklin (Sharon) Gibboney, Lewistown;
Ralph T. Metz Jr. and wife, Kathy, Allensville; and Mark Metz and wife,
Janet, Duncansville. There are seven grandchildren and seven
great-grandchildren. One brother, Mac Metz of Reedsville, survives. He
was preceded in death by two brothers, Sam Metz and Harry M. Metz. and
one sister, Helen C. Metz. His stepmother, Margaret (Carter Himes) Metz
also preceded him in death. Mr. Metz was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran
Church, Allensville, with the Rev. Anna Ritter officiating. Interment
will be made in St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery, Allensville. 

Elsie O. MORROW, 81, of State College, died Monday, April 28, 2003, at
University Park Nursing Center, State College. Born Feb. 16, 1922, at
Homers Gap, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Anna Mary
(Miller) Parks. She married Paul Morrow Jan. 7, 1946. Mr. Morrow
preceded her in death Nov. 12, 1981. She is survived by three daughters
and one son: Mrs. Bob (Joyce) Wolfe, Alexandria; Barb Morrow,
Huntingdon; Mrs. Pete (Bonnie L.) Baer, Centre Hall; and Paul Morrow
Jr., Tyrone. There are eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
She is also survived by two sisters, Flo Kustaborder of Bellwood and
Viola Bowser of Pittsburgh. Mrs. Morrow was a homemaker and a
baby-sitter who especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.
She also enjoyed sewing, gardening and watching Shirley Temple movies.
Funeral service, will he held at Heintzelman Funeral Service, Centre
Hall at Logan Valley Cemetery. Graveside services will follow
immediately. Interment will be made in Logan Valley Cemetery. 

Virginia L. (Walker) KEIM of Briarwood, Huntingdon, and most recently a
resident of The Oaks at Westminster Woods, Huntingdon, died at 1:58 p.m.
Monday, April 28, 2003, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon.
Born In Meadville, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Jennie
(Lynch) Walker. She was united in marriage to William P. Keim April &,
1947, in St. Brigid Catholic Church, Meadville, by the Rev. Fr. Cannon.
Mr. Keim survives at their residence. One daughter and two sons survive:
Mrs. David B. (Kristine) Russell, Frankfort, N.Y.; Gary W. Keim, at
home; and Philip Michael Keim and his wife, Cheryl A. Keim, York. Four
grandchildren survive: Gabrielle Russell, Ashton Keim, Justine Russell
and Molly Keim. She is survived by one sister, Elizabeth (Walker)
Hasson, Stow, Ohio, and one sister-in-law, Betty Walker, Meadville. One
brother, Charles Walker Jr., preceded her in death. Mrs. Keim was a
member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Huntingdon. She attended
the Meadville public schools, graduated from Meadville High School and
attended Meadville Commercial College. For six years, during World War
II, she was employed by the American Viscose Company, Meadville. During
her marriage, she was primarily a homemaker. She was active in painting,
drawing and as a pianist in addition to rearing her children. A funeral
Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 1, at Most Holy Trinity
Catholic Church, Sixth and Washington streets, Huntingdon, with the Rev.
Fr. David J. Arseneault officiating. A committal service will be held at
St. Brigid Cemetery, Meadville, at 4 p.m. Thursday, with the Rev. Fr.
Rocco Tito officiating.

Forrest J. "Denny" MARKS, 56, of Lewistown, died at 5:11 p.m. Monday,
April 28, 2003, at Lewistown Hospital. Born April 21, 1947, in Bellwood,
he was a son of the late Marshall Marks and June (Watkins) Fields. He is
survived by three sisters: Marsha Hamman, Orbisonia; and Debbie Brower
and Regina Gillam, both of Lewistown. A number of nieces and nephews
also survive. One brother, Rodney Marks, and one sister, Gwendolyn
Beatty, are deceased. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m.
Thursday, May 1, at the Mount Union Wesleyan Church, Mount Union, with
the Rev. Rodney Uhlig officiating. Interment will be made at Mount
Pleasant Cemetery, Robertsdale. 

Jay Paul MCCARDELL III, 53, of Carlisle, died at home Monday, April 28,
2003. A native of Huntingdon, he was a son of Jay P. Jr. and Bessie
(Wolfe) McCardell. His father survives: His mother preceded him in
death. He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline; three sons, Jay P.
McCardell IV, Lancaster; Sean Timothy McCardell, Bronz, N.Y.; and
Patrick Michael McCardell, Shippensburg. He is also survived by a
brother, James Edward McCardell of Somerset, a sister, Colleen Fix of
New Paris, his uncle and aunt, Glenn and Lou Brown Mitchell of
Huntingdon and several nieces and nephews. Mr. McCardell was a member of
the United Church of Schellsburg. He was a life member of the American
Legion; a member of the Disabled American Veterans PA Chapter 50; a life
member of AMVETS Post PA 274; a life member and past commander 1999-2000
and 2001-present of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8851, Boiling Springs;
BPOE Carlisle Lodge No. 578; The Mechanicsburg Club; the Eagles Post of
Carlisle; and was an honorary life member of Boiling Springs Touchdown
Club. He was a United States Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam
Conflict and was a recipient of the National Defense Service Medal, the
Vietnamese Service Medal, the Vietnamese Campaign Medal with Device, the
Combat Action Ribbon and the Purple Heart Ribbon. He was a retired
steward of Boiling Springs VFW. For 12 years he enjoyed video taping the
football games for Boiling Springs High School. A memorial service will
be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 3, at Otterbien United Methodist
Church, Carlisle, with the Rev. Dr. David L. Reed, pastor, and Bill
Hammann of Blue Ridge Summit Church officiating. 

Katherine Mae BARBER, 79, a resident of ManorCare Health Services,
Chambersburg, formerly of 228 E. King St. Chambersburg, died Tuesday,
April 29, 2003, at ManorCare. Born Jan. 9, 1924, in Huntingdon, she was
a daughter of the late Scott and Bessie (Moon) Estep. She married
Charles Barber in 1942. Mr. Barber preceded her in death in 1983. She is
survived by four daughters and three sons: Dolores "Dee" Olivo,
Huntingdon; Mrs. Cody (Shirley) Peck, Fayetteville; Ronald Sugar and
Nancy Bunte, both of State College; Dorothy Brock, Lewistown; and Gerald
Bittinger and John Barber, Both of Chambersburg. There are 16
grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Two sisters and one brother
survive: Verna Hoffman and Fred Estep, both of Lewistown, and Hazel
Norris of Altoona. She was preceded in death by three brothers: Bob.
Raymond and Jim Estep; two sisters: Charlotte and Mary Jane; and a
long-time companion, Jake Holtry, who died in 1985. Mrs. Barber was of
the Protestant faith. She was homemaker. Graveside services will be held
at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 1, at Mongul Cemetery, Mongul, with the Rev.
Marlin A. Neil officiating. Interment will be made in Mongul Cemetery. 

John M. LINKOUS Sr., 75, of Outlook Pointe, Duncansville, formerly of
Baltimore, Md., died at 6:10 a.m. Tuesday, April 29, 2003, at Bon
Secours-Holy Family UPMC Regional Health Center, Altoona, following an
extended illness. Born June 28, 1927, in Lynchburg, Va., he was a son of
the late John M. and Pearl Agnes (Doughterty) Linkous. He was united in
marriage to the Former Anna Pauline White in February 1950, in
Lynchburg. Mrs. Linkous preceded him in death Sept. 19, 1995. He is
survived by one son, John M. Linkous Jr., James Creek, and one grandson.
The last surviving member of his immediate family, he was preceded in
death by one sister and one brother. Mr. Linkous was of the Catholic
faith. He was a member of Baltimore Lodge F&AM, Baltimore Consistory and
Boumi Shrine Temple, all of Baltimore. He was a chief engineer in the
Merchant Marines, retiring after 20 years service working for
Weyerhouser Corp. He then worked for SCM Corp., Baltimore, for 15 years
before again retiring. He enjoyed fishing. A memorial service will be
held at Lynchburg at the convenience of the family. Interment will be
made in Baltimore. 

Judy L. TAYLOR, 54, of Mount Union, died unexpectedly at 11:40 a.m.
Tuesday, April 29, 2003, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon.
Born Sept. 18, 1948, in Hill Valley, Shirley Twp., Huntingdon County,
she was a daughter of John L. Sr. and Zelda (McCartney) Hancock. Her
mother survives in Hill Valley; her father is deceased. She was united
in marriage to Fred H. Taylor April 5, 1965, in Hagerstown, Md. Mr.
Taylor survives at their home. One daughter and three sons survive: Mrs.
Ronald (Tina) Lewis of Mount Union; Fred H. Taylor Jr. of Mount Union;
and John E. Taylor and Joseph A. Taylor, both of Mount Union. There are
five grandchildren: Alicia Taylor, Nicole Lewis, Bethany Taylor, Tyler
Hess and Thomas Joseph "TJ" Mellan- Taylor. She is also survived by two
brothers and three sisters: John L. Hancock Jr., Mount Union; Wanda K.
Staubs, Las Vegas, Nev.; Mrs. Francis (Pamela E.) Crouse, Hill Valley,
Mount Union; Mrs. Harold (Pennie J.) Wyland, Loretto; and Dennis J.
Hancock, Mount Union. Mrs. Taylor attended the Singers Gap United
Methodist Church, Hill Valley, Mount Union. She attended the Mount Union
schools. A homemaker, she especially enjoyed spending time with her
grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking and loved to collect angels. Funeral
services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 2, at the Robert D. Heath
Funeral Home, Mount Union, with the Rev. Jennifer Deutsch-Thomas and the
Rev. Rich Morris officiating. Interment will be made in Mount Union
Cemetery. 

A. Mary (Dinardi) BARTLING, 84, of Morgantown, W.Va., died Wednesday,
April 30, 2003, at her home. Born Sept. 17, 1918, in Mount Union, she
was a daughter of the late Demetrio and Victoria (Sarra) Dinardi. She is
survived by her husband of 57 years, Joseph H. Bartling. Two sons and
two daughters survive: J. Vincent Bartling, Morgantown; Philip James and
spouse, Dr. Clara Spadafore Bartling, Carnegie; Mrs. Norman (Victoria)
Watts and Mrs. Robert (Elizabeth Ann) Stankos, both of Morgantown. There
are five grandchildren: Jessica L. Oliver and her friend, Nathan Davis,
of Nitro, W.Va.; and Daniel Bartling. Matthew Bartling, Justina Bartling
and Alyssa Bartling, all of Carnegie. One sister and two brothers
survive: Ann Dinardi, Morgantown; Morris Dinardi, Mount Union; and
Sylvester Dinardi, Morgantown. She was preceded in death by one son,
Frederick Bartling; three sisters, Erlinda Dinardi, Elizabeth Dinardi
and Julia Chico; and three brothers, Carmel Dinardi, John Dinardi and
Demetrio "Tony" Dinardi. Mrs. Bartling was a member of St. Mary's Roman
Catholic Church, Star City, W.Va. She was a graduate of West Virginia
University in the Licensed Practical Nurse program and also of Wilford
Academy. She was a retired Licensed Practical Nurse and was formerly
employed by Monongalia General Hospital and West Virginia University
Hospital. A memorial service will be held at a later date.