Huntingdon Daily News Obituaries, July 2003

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Dylan Robert GETZ, age 1 month, 11 days, of 604 Main St., Saxton, died
July 1, 2003, in Saxton. Born May 19, 2003, at J.C. Blair Memorial
Hospital, Huntingdon, he was the son of Robert Getz and Crystal Singer
of Saxton. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two sisters,
Erica Winemiller and Kayla Singer. Funeral services will be held July 3,
at the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home, Broad Top City, with Pastor Lanny
Hoover officiating. 

Elby F. PARK JR., 76, of Lower Burrell, died July 1, 2003, at St.
Margaret Hospital, Aspinwall. Born Nov. 9, 1926, in Altoona, he was the
son of the late Elby F. Sr. and Jessie Louise (Zorger) Park. His wife of
56 years, Louise (Manzo) Park, survives. He is also survived by three
sons: Allen P. Park and his companion, Linda Busch, and David (Ellen
Sweet) Park, both of Murrysville; Jesse Park and his wife, Sharon, Lower
Burrell; and three daughters: Mrs. Walter (Sandy) Rupert, Huntingdon;
Mrs. Ritchie (Rhonda) Fuller, Cheswick; and Mrs. Jeffrey (Brenda)
Kozoro, Alexandria. He is survived by eight grandchildren: Rickey
Fuller, Cheswick; Brian Park, Lower Burrell; Mrs. Christopher (Pamela)
Bowser, Three Springs; Casey Fuller, Cheswick; Mrs. Frank (Lisa) Davis,
Huntingdon; Michelle Sweet and Michael Park, both of Murrysville; and
Kelly Jo Kozoro, Alexandria; and two great-grandchildren: Christopher
Todd Bowser Jr. and Nathan Tyler Bowser, both of Three Springs. He was
preceded in death by one brother, Clair Park; one sister, Ida Mae Park;
one grandson and one granddaughter. Mrs. Park was a member of the Second
United Brethren Church, Altoona. He was a member of the American Legion
and the VFW in Lower Burrell and Monroeville and the Scranton Elks. A
32nd degree Mason, he was also a member of Monroeville Lodge Scottish
Rite of Pittsburgh and Shrine Irem Temple. A graduate of Altoona High
School, Altoona, he served overseas with the U.S. Navy during World War
II. He was employed for 45 years by Westinghouse Metro Electro Division,
Cheswick, as an engineer. A resident of Lower Burrell for 12 years, he
had previously resided in Cheswick and Alexandria. Funeral services will
be held July 3, at the Frank F. Gigler Funeral Home, Lower Burrell, with
the Rev. Gray Close officiating. Interment will be private. 

Dorothy L. SNYDER, 80, of Clark Road, Olanta, passed away July 2, 2003,
at her residence following a lengthy illness. Born Sept. 14, 1922, in
Altoona, she was a daughter of the late John Leonard and Alice May
(Soyster) Prough. On Sept. 25, 1939, in Hollidaysburg, she married
Alfred "Irish" Snyder who survives along with five children: Thomas L.
Snyder, Jack L. Snyder and his wife, Bonnie, and Mrs. Ernest (Mary)
Currillo, all of Clearfield; Joseph M. Snyder of Wyoming and Mrs.
Richard (Sue Ann) Bess of Glen Richey. There are 31 grandchildren, seven
step-grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and 10
step-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by three brothers and two
sisters: Donald C. Prough of Florida, William E. Prough of Turkey, Mrs.
Archie (Marjorie) Benson of Mount Union, George M. Prough of Michigan
and John G. Prough of McVeytown. She was preceded in death by three
sons, Kenneth E. Snyder, Donald H. Snyder and Alfred E. Snyder; and
infant brother, Marjorie Young and Helen "Peg" Thomas. Mrs. Snyder was a
member of the Church of the Brethren by faith and was affiliated with
the Mount Zion United Methodist Church, Olanta. She was a homemaker.
Funeral services will be held July 5, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral
Home, Ridgley Street, Orbisonia, with the Rev. Forrest Bish officiating.
Interment will be in the IOOF Cemetery, Rockhill Furnace. 

E. Rosene HARSHBARGER, 60, of Gas Line Drive, Lewistown, died July 2,
2003, at Lewistown Hospital. Born Nov. 5, 1942, in Saltillo, she was a
daughter of Ethel (Whitsel) Brown of Lewistown and the late Samuel C.
Brown. Her husband, Charles E. Harshbarger, whom she married June 29,
1962, survives. She is also survived by one daughter, Mrs. Randy
(Melissa) Marker, Thompsontown; one son, Ryan E. Harshbarger and his
wife, Rachel, Moscow; and one granddaughter, Melinda Marker. One sister
and four brothers survive: Mrs. Ronald (Bernadette) Heister, McVeytown;
Donald V. Brown, Spanaway, Wash.; Samuel H. Brown, North Pole, Alaska;
Timothy C. Brown, Lewistown; and Randall L. Brown, Mapleton. Mrs.
Harshbarger was a member of the Pine Glen Church of the Brethren and the
Bible Learners Sunday School Class. She was employed at K.B. Aerotech,
Lewistown, having previously worked at Fisher Electronics, Milroy. She
enjoyed reading. An avid gardener, she was especially fond of roses.
Funeral services will be held at the Pine Glen Church of the Brethren,
Lewistown, with Pastor Ralph Wilson officiating. Interment will be made
in Pleasant View Cemetery, Mattawana. 

Clifford Elwin GLUNT JR., 43, of Woodside Drive, McConnellsburg, died
July 2, 2003, in McConnellsburg. Born Oct. 15, 1959, in Chambersburg, he
was a son of Clifford E. Sr. and Patsy (McConaughey) Glunt. His parents
survive in McConnellsburg. He is survived by one son, Casey Glunt of
Mercersburg, four grandchildren and his paternal grandmother, Esther
Glunt of Shade Gap. One sister and two brothers survive: Brenda
Batdorff, McConnellsburg; Edwin Glunt, State Line; and Timothy Glunt,
St. Thomas. He is also survived by four nieces, two nephews and two
grand-nephews. One sister, Cheryl Ann Glunt, preceded him in death. Mr.
Glunt attended Shade Gap Bible Church, Shade Gap. A veteran of the U.S.
Army, he served from 1978 - 1981, with a portion of his tour in Germany.
Most recently on disability, he was last employed at Letterkenny Army
Depot, Chambersburg, as a janitorial worker. Funeral services will be
held July 6, at the Shade Gap Bible Church, Shade Gap, with the Rev.
Charles Hicks and Pastor David Carroll officiating. Interment will be
made in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Shade Gap.

Robert MOSEBEY JR., 81, of Raystown Road, Saxton, died July 3, 2003, in
the UPMC Bedford Memorial Hospital, following an extended illness. Born
July 24, 1921, in Wells Tannery, he was the son of the late Robert L.
and Carrie (Rosenberry) Mosebey Sr. He was united in marriage ot Edith
M. Kifer May 21, 1949, in the Presbyterian Church in Winchester, Va. She
preceded him in death May 6, 1996. Mr. Mosebey is survived by two
daughters, Merla, the wife of the Rev. Rockne Shaal of Saxton, and Ruby,
wife of Roy Hipp of Huntingdon, and a son, Robert R. Mosebey of Saxton.
Five grandsons and two great-grandsons also survive. Mr. Mosebey is
survived by three sisters: Rebecca Fixx of Chambersburg, Helen Knepper
of Wells Tannery and Lottie McBride of Harrisburg. Mr. Mosebey was a
member of the Raystown Brethren Church. He was a member of the Everett
Lodge 524, F&AM. He was also a member of the Harrisburg Consistory and
the Broad Top Senior Citizens. He was a World War II veteran, serving in
the U.S. Army and was stationed at White Sands Proving Grounds, N.M. Mr.
Mosebey retired in 1984 following 45 years employment at Letterkenny
Army Depot. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking and various crafts.
Funeral services will be held July 7, at the D. Ronald Long Funeral
Chapel in Saxton with pastors Alfred Chamberlain and Rockne Shaal
officiating. Interment will be in the Yellow Creek Reformed Cemetery
with full military honors accorded. 

Raymond F. DUFFEY SR., 74, of Three Springs, died July 3, 2003, at the
Centre Community Hospital, State College. He died unexpectedly. He was
born March 24, 1929, in Mount Union. He was the son of the late Newton
and Susi (Hamilton) Duffey. He was united in marriage to Anna M.
(Gibboney) Duffey June 29, 1957, at the McAlevys Fort Presbyterian
Church. His wife survives along with their two sons, Raymond F. Duffey
Jr. of Hustontown and Tim M. Duffey of Huntingdon. Also surviving are
six grandchildren, one great-grandchild and the following sisters: Viola
Clugston of York, Mary Sheeler of Port Royal, Betty Painter of Cassville
and Lillian Horne of Locust Grove. Mr. Duffey was preceded in death by a
sister, Opal Vaughn. He was a member of the Mount Union Presbyterian
Church. He retired in 1992 from the Southern Huntingdon County School
District with over 30 years of service. Mr. Duffey loved hunting and
trapping. He also really enjoyed cutting wood, working in the garden and
tending to all his flowers. The funeral service will be held July 7, at
the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with the Rev. Elaine P.
Africa officiating. Interment will be made in Haven Rest Memorial Park,
Shirleysburg. 

Thomas "Tom" GIBB, 49, Hollidaysburg, died July 4, 2003, at Presbyterian
Hospital, Pittsburgh, as a result of complications from a June 19 heart
attack. He was a native of Ebensburg. The revered, multi-talented
reporter, editor and editorial cartoonist, began his journalism career
as an English student at Penn State University. Upon graduation, Mr.
Gibb's first assignment was as a reporter for the Altoona Mirror in
1976. He was appointed city editor in 1987 and managing editor in 1990.
"Tom Gibb had an impact on people as a teacher," said current Altoona
Mirror managing editor Ray Eckenrode. "He had a passion that was
transferred to other people and he certainly was an ambassador for this
profession." Upon leaving the Altoona newspaper in 1993, he free-lanced
news articles and cartoons to many news organizations including the
Pittsburgh Post Gazette, Harrisburg Patriot-News, Johnstown
Tribune-Democrat, Mountaineer Herald of Ebensburg and The Associated
Press. In 1998, he became a full-time reporter for the Pittsburgh Post
Gazette, serving as central Pennsylvania correspondent. Mr. Gibb covered
a number of stories in Huntingdon County and he received published
awards for the Quecreek mine disaster. Mr. Gibb's editorial cartoons
appeared in USA Today, Newsweek, Time, as well as in local newspapers.
He was a member of the American Association of Editorial Cartoonists and
a life member of the Penn State Alumni Association. He was also a member
of the Ebensburg First United Church of Christ (Congregational) where he
served as past president and member of the Deacon Board, prison
ministry, pastor search, music and historical committees. Funeral
services will be held at the Ebensburg United Church of Christ,
Ebensburg, with the Rev. William C. Thwing officiating. Interment will
be in Lloyd Cemetery, Ebensburg. 

Gilbert Clair ENDRES, 78, of Calvin, died July 5, 2003, at Centre
Community Hospital, State College, following a brief illness. Born April
28, 1925, in Calvin he was a son of the late D. Clair and Zilpha R.
(Mansberger) Endres. He was united in marriage to Gladys Melrose
Chilcote, June 29, 1946, at the home of his parents. Mrs. Endres
survives at their home. He is survived by three sons and one daughter:
Dana G. Endres, Calvin; Devera D. (Endres) Gladfelter, Smithfield,
Huntingdon; Doran K. Endres, Smith Valley, Mapleton; and Dylan C.
Endres, Calvin. He is also survived by seven grandchildren: Amy M.
Endres, Danielle N. Gladfelter, Dustin L. Gladfelter, Jessica L. Endres,
Jamie Desiree' K. Endres; two step-granddaughters: Melissa Coleman and
Tammy Peterson; two great-grandchildren: Zavier L. Spies and Zoe N.
Spies; and three step-great-grandchildren: Cortney Peterson, David
Peterson and Taylor Peterson. One brother, Ronald J. Endres of Finley,
Ohio, survives. He was preceded in death by one brother, Samuel Endres,
and one sister, Phyllis (Endres) McCarty. Mr. Endres was a member of the
Calvin United Methodist Church, Calvin. He was a member of Mount Moriah
Lodge No. 300, Free and Accepted Masons, Huntingdon, where he had served
as worshipful master in 1974. He had currently been serving as the
representative to grand Lodge. He was a former member of the Jaffa
Shrine, Altoona. He was also a member of the Harrisburg Consistory; the
Tall Cedars of Lebanon; the Standing Stone Senior Citizens; the American
Legion County Club, Mount Union, and the Trough Creek Sportsmen's
Association. He retired in 1980, following 35 years service, from
Owens-Corning Fiberglas, Huntingdon, where he had worked as a
maintenance supervisor. He enjoyed golfing, bowling and hunting. Funeral
services will be held July 8 at the Robert I. McClain Funeral Home,
Cassville, with the Rev. Donald Henderson officiating. Interment will be
made in Bowmans Chapel Cemetery, Mapleton. 

Ernest LICALZI, 78, of North Clear Ridge Road, Hustontown, died July 5,
2003, at Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg. Born Nov. 21, 1924, in
Washington, D.C., he was a son of the late Soccorso and Caterina
(Milana) LiCalzi. He was married to the former Joy Ketchum Sept. 7,
1980. Mrs. LiCalzi survives at their home. He is survived by one
daughter, Maria LiCalzi, Annapolis, Md., and one grandson, Eric Tedrow,
also of Annapolis. One sister, Gloria Brown of Florida, survives. He is
also survived by two nephews: Bill Siadys of Maryland and Paul Siadys of
Pennsylvania. Several brothers and sisters preceded him in death. Mr.
LiCalzi was of the Catholic faith. He retired in 1971 from the U.S.
Marine Corps as a Master Sergeant with 30 years service. A funeral Mass
will be celebrated on July 9, at St. Stephen's Catholic Church,
McConnellsburg, with the Rev. Fr. Alan Thomas as the celebrant.
Interment will be made at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. 

Larry Daryl HOLLIBAUGH, 48, of Petersburg, died July 6, 2003, at his
Logan Twp. home. Born Nov. 5, 1954, in Biddlfork, Maine, he was a son of
Harlof William Hollibaugh and Bernice (Clark) Hollibaugh George. His
father preceded him in death Sept. 20, 1956. His mother survives at her
Sunrise Acres, HCR Huntingdon residence. He is survived by three sons
and three daughters: Shane Hollibaugh, Huntingdon; John Hollibaugh,
State College; Jessica R. Hollibaugh, Atlanta, Ga.; David R. Hollibaugh,
Mount Union, Jamie L. Hollibaugh, Huntingdon; and Janie E. Hollibaugh,
Mount Union. There are two grandchildren. He is survived by one brother
and one sister: Gene William Hollibaugh, Huntingdon, and Mrs. Carl
(Vickie L. George) Morgan, Hill Valley Hotel, Mount Union. Mr.
Hollibaugh was of the Protestant faith. He attended the Mount Union
public schools. He obtained his GED and also attended several mechanical
courses conducted at the Huntingdon County Career and Technology Center.
A mechanic by trade, he was employed in the early 1980s in the building
of microwave towers. While a resident of Florida, he was employed by
"You Go Camping" and U-Haul. Upon his return to Huntingdon County, he
was employed in the construction trades. He enjoyed fishing, boating,
antiquing and nature photography. A memorial service will be held July
16, at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Jeffrey
L. Winstead officiating. 

Blair Thomas COULTER JR., 69, of Hollidaysburg, formerly of Huntingdon,
died July 6, 2003, at Altoona Hospital, Altoona. Born June 16, 1934, at
the family home in Huntingdon, he was the son of the late Blair Thomas
Sr. and Leona Nora (DeArmitt) Coulter. He was united in marriage to the
former Betty Louise Ronk June 12, 1962, at the Stone Church of the
Brethren, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Stewart B. Kauffman officiating.
Mrs. Coulter survives at their Hollidaysburg residence. He is survived
by one son and one daughter: Blair William Coulter and his wife, Susan
Marie, of Boston, Mass.; and Sharon D. Coulter of Hollidaysburg. Three
grandsons, all of Boston, survive: Blair Joseph Coulter, Ryan Hayes
Coulter and Jack Anthony Coulter. His twin sister, Mrs Frank (Beverly)
Beaver, survives in Huntingdon. He is also survived by three nieces and
three nephews One sister, Geraldine Marie Fink, preceded him in death
April 27 1989. Mr. Coulter was of the Brethren faith. He was a member of
Split Rock Rod and Gun Club, Huntingdon; and the Allegheny Club and the
American Legion, both of Hollidaysburg. He was a life member of
Heidleburg Country Club, Altoona. He graduated from Huntingdon High
School with the Class of 1952. He served from April 5, 1954, to April 4,
1962, in the U.S. Air Force as an Airman First Class. He earned the
National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. For a number
of years, he worked at the former Weaver's Store, Huntingdon, and later
for Weis Markets in both Lewistown and Burnham, and retired in 1996 as
the produce manager at the Weis Market No. 40 in Altoona after 46 years
service. He had resided in Hollidaysburg since moving from Huntingdon in
1965. An Avid sports fan, he especially enjoyed the Pittsburgh Pirates
and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing and was
an avid and competitive pinochle player. Funeral services will be held
July 10, at the Cutright-Speck Funeral Home, Smithfield Twp.,
Huntingdon, with the Rev. Dr. Keith Kensinger officiating. Interment
will be made in Riverview Cemetery, Huntingdon.
 
Dr. John B. FILLMAN, 93, of York, formerly of Huntingdon, died July 7,
2003, at York Hospital, York. Born Oct. 25, 1909, in Pittsburgh, he was
the son of the late Lester and Katherine Elizabeth (Mooney) Fillman. His
first wife, Sarah Elizabeth Fillman, preceded him in death. He then
married the former Jane D. DeHaven of York. Dr. and Mrs. Fillman
observed their 41st wedding anniversary June 30. She survives in York.
He is survived by three daughters: Ann Pekruhn, Pittsburgh; Katharine
Bodenhemier, Denver, Colo.; and Laura Strine, York. He is also survived
by three granddaughters: Abigail Kozak and Sarah Fry, both of Baltimore,
Md.; and Katharine Warble of Edwards, Colo.; and one
great-granddaughter, Elizabeth Fry, Baltimore, Md. Dr. Fillman was a
1932 graduate of Amherst College and a graduate of the University of
Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He served his internship at St. Francis
Hospital and his residency of Magee Women's Hospital, both in
Pittsburgh. He was in private practice for 40 years in obstetrics,
gynecology and surgery in Huntingdon. Following cremation, private
services will be held at the convenience of the family. 

Thelma Grace "Gig" AYERS, 84, of Martinsburg, died July 7, 2003, at her
home following an extended illness. Born Oct. 7, 1918, in Martinsburg,
she was a daughter of the late J. Lee and Anna (Fouse) Brumbaugh. She
married Glenn C. Ayers Nov. 8, 1941, at Martinsburg. Mr. Ayers preceded
her in death June 12, 1980. She is survived by two sons and one
daughter: Barry L. Ayers and his wife, Lois, Martinsburg; Dennis D.
Ayers and his wife, Linda, Martinsburg; and Mrs. Dean (Janet L.) Butler,
Martinsburg. She is also survived by four granddaughters: Cathy Davis,
Sabrina Ayers-Fisher, Susan Stone and Samantha Ayers; and two
great-grandsons: Chris Davis and Bryan Stone. Two sisters and one
brother survive: Mrs. Harold (Hazel) Corle, Roaring Spring, Mrs. Weldon
(Mary) Bassler, Martinsburg; and James Brumbaugh and his wife, Marjorie,
Martinsburg. Mrs. Ayers was a lifetime member of Clover Creek Church of
the Brethren, Martinsburg, and she loved her church. She was a 1938
graduate of Morrisons Cove High School, Martinsburg. For many years, she
was employed as a box assembler at Martinsburg Shoe Co. and before that
was employed in the dining room and kitchen of Morrisons Cove Home,
Martinsburg. She also worked at the former Green Giant Cannery,
Martinsburg. He favorite hobbies were: piecing quilts, reading and
collecting salt and pepper shakers, pigs, new state quarters and
newspaper clippings. She loved her children, granddaughters and
great-grandsons. She enjoyed her many friends through the years. Funeral
services will be held July 12, at Clover Creek Church of the Brethren,
Martinsburg, with Pastors Marlys A. Hershberger and David F. Banaszak
officiating. Interment will be made in Mount Pleasant Cemetery,
Martinsburg. 

Larry J. WHITE SR., 57, of 31 Dogwood Drive, McVeytown, died Tuesday,
July 8, 2003, at H.C. Frick Hospital, Mount Pleasant. Born July 16,
1945, in Bellefonte, he was the son of the late Floyd Jr. and Ruth J.
(Snavely) White. He was married to the former Carolyn A. McMullen Oct.
24, 1964. Mrs. White survives. Four children survive: Cindy A. Fultz,
McVeytown; Gerald K. White, Burnham; and Larry J. White Jr. and Lauri L.
Crosson, both of McVeytown. There are seven grandchildren. Three sisters
survive: Mrs. John (Connie) Reed, McClure; and Mrs. Gerald (Judy)
Brittain and Mrs. Brooks (Betty) Boozel, both of Siglerville. He was
preceded in death by a granddaughter, Whitney McConaughey, and one
sister, Mrs. Tom (Deb) Wilson. Mr. White was a member of the McVeytown
United Methodist Church. He was a self-employed truck driver. Funeral
services will be held July 11, at the Heller-Hoenstine Woodlawn Funeral
Home, Lewistown, with the Revs. Dale Dobbs and Marian Hartman
officiating. Interment will be made in Mount Rock Cemetery, Lewistown. 

John R. "Sandy" PRESSLER SR., 86, of Pennsylvania Furnace, died July 9,
2003, at Lock Haven Hospital, Lock Haven. He had been in failing health
for the past six months. Born June 7, 1917, in Masseyburg, he was a son
of the late Elmer D. and Sara (Lightner) Pressler. He was united in
marriage to the former Chloe Mildred Shehan Sept. 12, 1943, in Altoona.
Mrs. Pressler preceded him in death Oct. 6, 1990. Two children survive:
John R. Pressler Jr., Pennsylvania Furnace; and Mrs. Donald (Marjorie)
Foster, Warriors Mark. He is survived by five grandchildren: Sandy,
Ronda, Donnie, Steve and John; and eight great-grandchildren: Stephanie,
Ashly, James, John, Matthew, Dennis, Betsy and Nicole. Two brothers and
one sister survive: Paul Pressler, Mifflintown; Blair Pressler, State
College; and Frances Cogan, Centre Hall. He was preceded in death by
three sisters and three brothers. Mr. Pressler was a member of the
Cartwright Hunting Club and the Warriors Mark Volunteer Fire Co. and
past member of the Pine Grove VFW. He had, at one time, been employed by
the Pennsylvania Railroad. He retired in 1978 from Penn State
University, where he had worked in the animal research department. He
enjoyed playing baseball and spending time at the Baileyville Softball
Field. Funeral services will be held July 12, at the Bruce E. Cox
Funeral Home, Warriors Mark, with Pastor Steven R. Burns officiating.
Interment will be made in Mooresville Cemetery, Petersburg. 

Doris P. CRAWFORD, 87, of Tyrone, and a guest at Hollidaysburg
Presbyterian Home, died July 9, 2003, at Bon Secours Holy Family UPMC
Regional Health Center, Altoona. Born Feb. 5, 1916, in Altoona, she was
a daughter of the late William H. and Claire Pease. She was united in
marriage to Kenneth M. Crawford March 27, 1937, at the home of the bride
in Sinking Valley. Mr. Crawford preceded her in death Jan. 26, 1989. She
is survived by five children: Alma C. Carolus, Inman, S.C.; Doris Aileen
Burmeister and Richard K. Crawford, both of Newark, Del; Mary E.
Thounhurst, Sumerville; and R. Stanley Crawford, Sinking Valley. There
are seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Two brothers
survive: William Pease of Duncanville and Richard Pease of Lewistown.
She was preceded in death by one brother, Paul Pease, and one sister,
Phylis Pease. Mrs. Crawford was a member of the Sinking Valley
Presbyterian Church where she had served as treasurer and was a member
of the Harnish Mission Circle. She was a member of the Auxiliary of the
Presbyterian Home and was a volunteer for the Sinking Valley Farm Show.
A graduate of Bellwood High School, she had attended Juniata College,
Huntingdon, for two years. Her relationships with her children,
grandchildren and great-grandchildren were very important to her. She
enjoyed gardening and raising orchids. Funeral services will be held
July 12, at the Richard H. Searer Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone, with the
Rev. Paul Pease officiating. Interment will be made in Arch Spring
Cemetery, Sinking Valley. 

Jerone "Cotton" CONLEY, 76, of Hartman Village, Mount Union, died July
10, 2003, at Altoona Hospital. Born Aug. 6, 1926, in Bedford County, he
was the son of the late Charles and Daisy (Smith) Conley. He was united
in marriage to Julianne Long March 30, 1976, in Ravenna, Ohio. He is
survived by his wife at home; three step-children: Lauren Rightenour of
Mount Union and Michael Reihart and Eric Reihart, both of Altoona; five
grandchildren: Melissa, Joshua and Brady Rightenour and Justin and Dian
Reihart: and two great-grandchildren. A sister, Helen Smith of
Langdondale, survives. He was preceded in death by six brothers and one
sister. Mr. Conley was a member of Order of Eagles, Broad Top City. He
was a World War II veteran, serving with the United States Army. He
operated a coal mine in the Broad Top area for many years and also
worked construction for D.C. Goodman and Sons, Huntingdon, and in a
slate mine in Bangor. Mr. Conley played guitar for over 60 years and had
played all over the state. He was currently a member of the band
"Country Blend" and played at the Black Diamond Cafe in Six Mile Run
every week. Funeral services will be held July 14, at the Robert D.
Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with Dale W. Edgin, Lay minister of the
McKendree United Methodist and Monroe United Methodist Churches,
officiating. Interment will be made in the Garden of Honor at the Mount
Union Cemetery. 

Anabel LAKE, 92, of HCR 62, Shade Gap, died July 10, 2003, at the home
of her son, Charles Lake of Dublin Twp., where she had resided for the
last 13 years. Born July 27, 1910, she was a daughter of the late John
and Bertha (Jones) Colyer. She was first married to Eugene J. Devlin who
preceded her in death. She then married Ellis J. "Foxie" Lake who
preceded her in death March 31, 1981. She is survived by seven children:
Arthur "Max: Devlin, Shade Gap; Robert Devlin, Blairs Mills; and Dorothy
(Devlin) Baer, James Lake, Thurlby "Babe" Lake, Charles Lake and Donald
Lake, all of Shade Gap. A number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren
and great-great-grandchildren survive. She is survived by eight brothers
and sisters: Grace C. Hershberger, Bedford; Ruth C. Myers, Orbisonia;
Mabel C. Crotsley, Rockhill Furnace; Maxine C. Mellott, Fort Littleton;
Lilly Miller and Charles "Whitey" Colyer, both of Shade Gap; Thurlby
"Curt" Colyer, New York; and William Colyer, Orbisonia. She was preceded
in death by two sons, Russell Devlin and Jackie Devlin; three brothers,
Russell Colyer, Clair Colyer and Earl Colyer; and two sisters, Jessie
Price and Mary Louise Smith. When she was able, Mrs. Lake attended the
Fair Ridge Assembly of God Church, Shade Gap. She was a homemaker.
Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. 

Larry Albert HARTMAN, 48, of Worland, Wy., died July 10, 2003, while
kayaking, which was one of his many outdoor passions. Born Oct. 25,
1954, in Huntingdon, he was a son of Marshall A. and Helen M. (Coulter)
Hartman. His mother survives in Dillsburg. His father preceded him in
death. He was united in marriage to the former Laura Miller March 27,
1976, in Dillsburg. Mrs. Hartman survives in Worland. He is survived by
four daughters: Mrs. Dave (Lisa) Hulshizer, Casper, Wyo.; Julie Hartman,
Laramie, Wyo.; and Rachel Hartman and Heather Hartman, both of Denver,
Colo. One brother, Edward M. Hartman Sr. and his wife, Carol, survive in
Orlando, Fla. He is also survived by one nephew and two nieces, all of
Harrisburg; Edward M. Hartman Jr. and his wife, Jen; Mrs. Mike (Yvette)
Keefer and Yvonne Hartman. Two grandnieces, Miranda Hartman and Courtney
Keefer, and one grandnephew, Dillon Keefer, survive. He lived in Mount
Union until the age of 12, when the family moved to Dilsburg. A graduate
of Northern High School with the class of 1972, he worked at Harrisburg
Steel and went to Thompson Institute, where he studied electronics,
graduating in 1976. He worked in his field in Pennsylvania for the
following five years. Following a brief visit to Wyoming in the fall of
1980, he fell in love with the state and decided to move his family to
Casper in April 1981. He worked for Custom Radio, Casper, before working
for Kings Avionics. In November 1985, he moved to Worland where he
worked at Communications Inc. for approximately five years. He also ran
a small haying business for a short period of time In 1990, he accepted
a job with the Wyoming Highway Department, Basin, where he worked for
the next 13 years. A memorial service was held July 18 in Wyoming. 

The Rev. John H. SEIPPEL, 80, of Valley View Nursing Home, Altoona,
previously of Saxton, died July 10, 2003, at the nursing home. Born in
Pittsburgh Oct. 4, 1922, he was a son of the late John Seippel and
Gertrude Seipple Fike. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, the Rev.
A. Darlene (Kniess) Seippel, of Saxton. Two daughters survive: Mrs.
David (Valerie Beth) Jarrell, Saxton; and Mrs. Kenneth (Patricia Faye)
Scott, Claremore, Okla. There are three grandchildren: Raymond Duff and
his wife, Judy Barclay, Merchantville, N.J.; Mrs. Richard (Hallie Beth
Barclay) Rhoat, Everett; and Mrs. Jason (Michele Jerrell) Conner, Wood;
and four great-grandchildren: Brooke Rhoat, Blade Rhoat and Barkley
Rhoat, all of Everett, and Alex Conner, Wood. Three brothers and one
sister survive: Richard Seippel and his wife, Louise, Anderson, Ind.;
Robert Seippel and his wife, Hazel, and William Seippel, all of Tucson,
Ariz.; and Mrs. Jack (Gertrude) Reichard, Honey Brook. Several nieces
and nephews also survive. An infant son preceded him in death. A Veteran
of World War II, he served with the U.S. Army in Africa and Europe from
January 1943 until his discharge Oct. 23, 1945. The Rev. Seippel was an
alumnus of Anderson University and Theology Seminary, Anderson, Ind. He
was a pastor in the Church of God, mostly in western Pennsylvania. His
parishes included Beaver, Marienville, Robertsdale, North Apollo and
Portage. The Rev. Seippel was active in Youth Camps, Campground Board of
the Whitehall Church of God Campgrounds and the Credentials Committee of
the Church of God in Western Pennsylvania. He truly loved his ministry
of 46 years, his parishioners and most of all, his Lord and Savior Jesus
Christ, with whom he in now "at home." Funeral services will be held
July 14, at the Robertsdale Church of God, Robertsdale, with Pastor
Donald Simmons officiating. Interment will be made in Broad Top City
IOOF Cemetery, Broad Top City, where full military honors will be
accorded. 

Hazel I. WATSON, 74, of Saxton, died July 11, 2003, at J.C. Blair
Memorial Hospital in Huntingdon. Born July 30, 1928, in Saxton, she was
the daughter of Fred and Verna (Frederick) Hoover, both deceased. She
was united in marriage to Duane E. Watson, Nov. 11, 1959, in Winchester,
Va., by the Rev. Paul Dick. She is survived by her husband and the
following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Albert (Emma) Harris, Saxton;
Junior Hoover and his wife, Lola, Six Mile Run; Jimmy Hoover and his
wife, Leona, Saxton; Mrs. Floyd (Thelma) Salsgiver, Saxton; and Charles
Hoover and his wife, Hully, Hollidaysburg. Mrs. Watson was of the
Protestant faith. she was primarily a homemaker. Funeral services will
be held July 14, at the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home, Broad Top city,
with Pastor Bill Hall officiating. Interment will be made in Grandview
Cemetery, Saxton. 

Elizabeth Mae GOODMAN, 96, of Huntingdon Manor, Warm Springs Avenue,
Huntingdon, formerly of Meadowview Manor, McVeytown, and 328 Mifflin
St., Huntingdon, died Saturday, July 12, 2003, at the manor. Born July
10, 1907, in Huntingdon, she was a daughter of the late Jesse A. and
Roxie (Stine) Goodman. She never married. She is survived by one sister,
Mrs. Wilbur J. (Jessie) King, Huntingdon Manor, Huntingdon. She was
preceded in death by two brothers and one sister: Clyde Goodman, Harry
Goodman and Mrs. John K. (Virginia) Lankard. Her dear friend of many
years, Robert Jackson, preceded her in death in 1968. Miss Goodman was a
member of St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church, Huntingdon. She was a
life member of the Women of the Moose Lodge No. 220 and the Auxiliary to
the Frank P. Hommon Post No. 24, American Legion, both of Huntingdon.
she was a former member of the Standing Stone Senior Citizens of
Huntingdon. She attended the Huntingdon public schools and graduated
from Huntingdon High School with the Class of 1925. In April 1975, she
retired as a clerk-Typist with the Pennsylvania Department of Public
Welfare (DPW) after 27 years of service. Prior to her employment as a
receptionist for Drs. Frederic Steele and Fred Hutchinson. Funeral
services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 15, at the John B. Brown
Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Dr. Peter J. Naschke
officiating. Interment will be made in Riverview Cemetery, Huntingdon.

Jillian Geron Hava FRACE, newborn daughter of Christine E. Lynn and Adam
M. Frace, Ridge Ave., Mount Union, died July 13, 2003 at the Memorial
Medical Center, Johnstown. Along with her parents, she is survived by
maternal grandparents, Susan A. Lynn of Three Springs and William W.
Lynn of Mount Union; paternal grandparents, Michelle and James
Giacobello of Mount Union and Mark and Chastity Frace of New Enterprise.
She is also survived by great-grandparents, Edsel Hamman of Hill Valley,
William and Jean Lynn of Mount Union, and Betty Lou Frace of Newton
Hamilton. She is also survived by four aunts, Nicole Lynn, Patti Lynn,
Misty Scott and Lindsay Frace, and Four cousins: Izac, Kendrah, Koby and
Kaden. She was preceded in death by her great-grandmother, Norma Hamman.
Private funeral services will be held at the Robert D. Heath Funeral
Home, Mount Union, with the Rev. Dr. Kenneth Grundon officiating.
Interment will be made in Mount Union Cemetery.

Catherine (Bryant) GROVE, 44, of Alexandria Va., died July 13, 2003, at
Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington. D.C. Born Dec. 28, 1958, in
Woodbridge, Va., she was a daughter of Robert and Umeko Bryant. Her
father preceded her in death. Her mother survives in Woodbridge. She was
the wife of Charles Grove, formerly of Shirleysburg. Mr. Grove survives
along with two sons, Andrew and Bruce, all of Alexandria, Va. Three
sisters and two brothers survive: Dori Evans, Lake Ridge, Va.; Margaret
Nomi-Abdo, Springfield, Va.; Gail Gorczyca, Rome, N.Y.; Michael Bryant,
Alexandria, Va.; and Barney Bryant, Takoma, Wash. She is also survived
by her father and mother-in-law. Bruce and Mary Grove of Shirleysburg.
She was preceded in death by one brother, Frank. A 1977 graduate of
Garfield High School, Woodbridge, she also graduated from George Mason
University, Fairfax, Va., in 1983. She did volunteer work for many
organizations, including the Boy Scout of America and the Fairfax County
(Va.) public schools. A graveside service will be held July 21, at
Quantico National Cemetery, Quantico, Va. 

Ralph A. "Tike" PRICE, 72, of Huntingdon, died July 13, 2003, at
Huntingdon Manor, Huntingdon, where he had been residing since October
2001. Born Aug. 20, 1930, at his family home in Alexandria, he was a son
of the late Ralph A. and Viola H. (Coffman) Price. He was united in
marriage to the former Ethel E. Garner Jan. 12, 1950, at his family home
in Alexandria, by the Rev. Oliver Sensing. Mrs. Price survives at their
Porter Twp. residence. He is survived by three sons and one daughter:
Ralph A. Price Jr., Huntingdon; Timothy E. Price and his wife, Linda,
Alexandria; Scott R. Price and his wife, Melissa, Huntingdon; and Mrs.
James (Elizabeth) Wagner, Petersburg. He is also survived by four
grandsons: Justin Price, Eric Price, Aaron Wagner and Caleb Wagner; two
granddaughters: Laura Price and Chelsea Wagner; and one
great-granddaughter, Cheyenne Price. One sister, Mrs. Kermit (Alma Jean)
Port, survives in Petersburg. Mr. Price was a member of Christ Reformed
Church, UCC, Main Street, Alexandria. He graduated with the Class of
1948, the first graduating class, from Juniata Valley High School. For a
number of years, he was a salesman with Sears and Sherwin Williams. He
was later employed by D.W. Miller, first as a truck driver and warehouse
foreman. He retired from D.W. Miller after 25 years as salesman in the
construction supplies division. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed
both hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed woodworking, gardening and
bicycling. He often rode the Lower Trail near Alexandria. He was a
lifetime resident of Huntingdon County and had resided at his Porter
Twp. home since 1954. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m.
Wednesday, July 16, at Christ Reformed Church, UCC, Main Street,
Alexandria, with the Rev. James L. Blair officiating. Private interment
will be made in Alexandria Presbyterian Cemetery. 

Richard Carl "Dick" YOCUM, 80, of Alexandria, died July 14, 2003, at his
Porter Twp. residence. Born March 11, 1923, at his family home in
Alexandria, Porter Twp., he was a son of the late Amos S. and Grace
(Corbin) Yocum. He was united in marriage to the former Eleanor Stover
Aug. 1, 1947, in Winchester, Va. Mrs. Yocum survives at their residence.
Two sons and three daughters survive: Thomas W. Yocum and his wife,
Dianne, Huntersville, N.C.; Mrs. Robert (Nancy Yocum) Lambert,
Boalsburg; Timothy Kent Yocum and his wife, Bethany, and Mrs. John
(Christine Y.) Best, all of Alexandria; and Mrs. Christopher (Laura Y.)
Frye, Clearfield. There are 13 grandchildren and two
great-grandchildren. One brother, Arthur "Pete" Yocum survives in
Barree. He was preceded in death by two sisters: Mabel Y. Estep and
Catherine Yocum; and seven brothers; Wallace Yocum, William Yocum, John
Yocum, Russell Yocum, Cloyd Yocum, and his twin brother, Robert Yocum.
Mr. Yocum was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Alexandria.
He was an Eagle Scout and a Boy Scout leader. He was a founding member
of Dogpatch Camp. A graduate of Alexandria High School, he was a member
of the Class of 1941. He served with the U.S. Army, during the Italy
campaign, from 1944-1946. He had worked for Huston Ford, Huntingdon, for
20 years as a mechanic. In 1985, he retired from the Pennsylvania
Department of Environmental Resources, Greenwood Furnace Nursery, where
he had worked as an equipment operator and mechanic. A lifetime resident
of Huntingdon County and his Porter Twp. home since 1951, he was an avid
outdoorsman who enjoyed forestry, woodworking, hunting, fishing and
photography. A memorial service will be held July 20, at the First
Presbyterian Church of Alexandria, with the Rev. John C. Dean
officiating. Private interment will be made in Alexandria Presbyterian
Cemetery. 

Donald Eugene MOIST SR., 60, of Alexandria, died July 16, 2003, at
Altoona Hospital, Altoona. Born June 25, 1943, in Altoona, he was a son
of the late Alvin N. and Mary G. (Weston) Moist. He is survived by four
sons: Donald E. Moist Jr. and Daniel B. Moist, both of Landisburg;
Russell W. Moist, Ebensburg; and David A. Moist, Altoona. Seven
grandchildren survive. He is also survived by two sisters and three
brothers: Mrs. Glenn (Ruth Moist) Gensimore, Alexandria; Alvin R. Moist,
Marianna, Fla.; Mrs. Francis (Charlotte Moist) Laganella, Harrisburg;
Russell B. Moist, Middletown; and Terry L. Moist, Saulsburg. Mr. Moist
was of the Protestant faith. He was a 32nd degree Mason. He graduated
from Tyrone High School with the Class of 1961. For a number of years,
he worked for Conrail. More recently, he was known as a handyman
carpenter who enjoyed working on odd jobs. An avid outdoorsman, he
enjoyed both hunting and fishing. He was a lifetime resident of the
Juniata Valley. Funeral services will be held July 19, at the
Cutright-Speck Funeral Home, Alexandria, with Pastor Joleen Willis
officiating. Interment will be private.

Leon Waymon TOMLINSON, 80, of Denver, Colo., died July 16, 2003, at Rose
Medical Center, Denver. Born Sept. 28, 1922, in Winslow, Ark., he was
the son of Frank and Clara (Smith) Tomlinson. He was united in marriage
to the former Helen Harris Dec. 19, 1943, in Denver. Mrs. Tomlinson
survives. He is survived by two children: Danny Tomlinson and his wife,
Amy, Castle Rock, Colo., and Mrs. George (Linda) Powell, Huntingdon.
Three grandchildren survive: Jake Tomlinson, Denver; and Mrs. Terry
(Toby) O'Donnell and Mrs. Michael (Tamara) Stinson, both of Huntingdon.
There are two great-granddaughters. A graduate of Denver North High
School, he loved country music and enjoyed playing the guitar. Services
were held in Denver July 21. 

Kelly C. "Pat" MCCAHON, 72, of Saxton, died unexpectedly July 17, 2003,
at his home. Born April 14, 1931, in Saxton, he was a son of the late G.
Victor and Hazel (Stinson) McCahon. He was united in marriage to the
former Donna M. Abbott Jan. 12, 1957, in Frostburg, Md. Mrs. McCahon
survives at their home. He is survived by one son and two daughters:
Robert M. McCahon, Saxton; Mrs. Timothy, (Kellie) Penrod, Cuyahoga
Falls, Ohio; and Mrs. William (Vickie) Cutshall, Robertsdale. Six
grandchildren survive: Joshua and Ethan Cutshall, Jamie and Haley Penrod
and Robert and Brandi McCahon. He is also survived by three sisters and
three brothers: Colleen McWilliams, Fairfield, Texas; John McCahon,
Upland, Calif.; Patricia Barney, Bedford; Mrs. George (Sandra) Krause,
New York; Thomas McCahon and his wife, Carolyn Norton, Ohio; and Michael
McCahon and his wife, Betty Jean, Wilcox, Ariz. Two brothers, Robert
McCahon and Jerry McCahon, preceded him in death. Mr. McCahon was of the
Lutheran faith. He was a 1949 graduate of Saxton-Liberty High School.
During the Korean Conflict, he was an aircraft mechanic serving with the
U.S. Navy. He worked as a mechanic for 18 years with the Dewitt Car
Dealership, Akron, Ohio. In 2002, he retired from JLG, McConnellsburg,
after nine years service. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and his daily
walks. Funeral services will be held July 21, at the D. Ronald Long
Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor Charles Davis officiating. Interment
will be made in Grandview Cemetery, Saxton. where full military honors
will be accorded. 

Frank W. DEAN SR., 89, of Petersburg, died July 17, 2003, at the James
E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center, Altoona. Born April 7, 1914, in
Stormstown, he was a son of the late Jesse W. and Mabel (Deibler) Dean.
On Sept. 5, 1945, in Bellefonte, he married the former Ellen Rodgers.
Mrs. Dean preceded him in death Feb. 10, 2000. He is survived by two
sons: Frank W. Dean of Skippack, and Lee R. Dean of Petersburg. There
are five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in
death by three brothers. Mr. Dean was a member of Dunlap, Meckley, Dean
VFW Post No. 5825 of Pine Grove Mills; American Legion Post No. 245,
State College; Moose Club of Bellefonte; and the Huntingdon Elks No.
976. He participated in fund-raisers for Special Olympics for ten years
and was also a Meals on Wheels volunteer. A U.S. Army World War II
veteran, he served with the 10th Armored Division in the European
Theatre. He retired in 1973, following 34 years of service, from Penn
State University where he was a supervisor in maintenance at the housing
and food service department. He was an avid hunter, golfer and
fisherman. A funeral service will be held July 20, at the Eloise B.
Kyper Funeral Home, Centre County. A military service will be held at
the conclusion of the funeral service. Private interment will be made in
Centre County Memorial Park, College Twp.

Ronald H. "Moon" LIGHTNER, Petersburg, died July 17, 2003, at his home.
Born Aug. 27, 1940, in Huntingdon, he was a son of the late Lewis and
Sarah (Grove) Lightner, who had resided in Huntingdon County. He is
survived by his daughter, Bethany Paige "Buffy" Lightner of Reading, and
several nieces. He was preceded in death by one sister, Peggy (Reahm)
Newingham, and one brother, Jack Reahm. He attended Huntingdon Area High
School and was known as a basketball player both in high school and
numerous community leagues in the Huntingdon area. He was employed for
many years by Grubb's Diner and the Holiday Inn Jr. He also worked in
construction. A 15 year employee of Hoss's Steak and Sea House, State
College, his last working day was July 13. He was best known for his
spelunking and vertical caving as well as his outdoorsmanship. A
memorial service will be held July 29, at Whipple Dam State Park. 

++++The Following obit was in the July 11, 2003 Huntingdon
Daily News. The date of death is correct.+++++++ 

Evelyn (Burpee) KINSLOE, formerly of Mount Union and most recently of
Vernon, Conn., died July 17, 2002, at the Vernon Healthcare Facility,
Vernon, Conn. Born Jan. 15, 1911, in Lewisburg, she was the daughter of
the late Frank E. and Pearl Burpee. She was united in marriage to John
H. "Jack" Kinsloe Jan. 23, 1932, in Washington, D.C. Mr. Kinsloe
preceded her in death Nov. 29, 1986. She is survived by her daughter,
Susan Kinsloe-Byers and her husband, William "Bill" Byers, 35 Nedweid
Road, Tolland, Conn. She is also survived by two grandchildren:
Christopher Byers of Manchester Conn., and Douglas Bryers of Mescalero,
N.M.; four great-grandchildren; one niece; two nephews; five
grandnephews and a sister-in-law, Grace Burpee of Wilmington, N.C. Mrs.
Kinsloe was a member of the First Baptist Church, Mount Union. A
resident of Mount Union for 40 years, she was active in the Girl Scouts,
American Red Cross, Women's Club, Shakespeare Club and the Mount Union
Historical Society. Mrs. Kinsloe was a gracious and elegant woman. An
avid gardener, she also enjoyed reading and traveling. She had many
friends and will be remembered for her warmth, kindness and keen
interest in people. An interment and memorial service will be held at
the convenience of the family through the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home,
Mount Union. 

Wayne A. HANN SR., 82, of Roxbury, died July 18, 2003, in Green Ridge
Village, Newville. Born Jan. 17, 1921, in Saluvia, Fulton County, he was
a son of the late Howard and Ida J. (DeShong) Hann. He is survived by
his wife of 56 years, Doris C. (Brown) Hann. Six sons and two daughters
survive: Wayne A. Hann Jr. and his wife, Linda J., Newburg; David L.
Hann and his wife, Delia G., Scottland; Timothy R. Hann and his wife,
Susan K., Newfille; Gregory J. Hann and his wife, Annette Y., Orrstown;
Bryan M. Devor, Roxbury; Scott B. Hann and his wife, Bonnie S., Fort
Loudon; Mrs. Carl (Vera Diane) Koser, Carlisle; and Cindy L. Zeck,
Chambersburg. There are 16 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. One
sister, Mrs. Edgar (Gladys) Lake, survives in Harrisonville. He was
preceded in death by one son, Clinton C. Hann, four brothers and two
sisters. Mr. Hann was a member of the Upper Strasburg Church of God. He
was a member of the Disabled American Veterans. A United States Army
veteran of World War II, he retired in 1982 from Letterkenny Army Depot,
Chambersburg. He enjoyed wildlife. Funeral services will be held July
22, at the Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home Inc., Shippensburg, with the
Rev. Keith R. Bell with officiate. Private interment will be made in the
Methodist Cemetery, Upper Strasburg.

Alfred Glenn "Fred" BOOHER, 87, of West Melbourne, Fla., formerly of
Three Springs, died July 18, 2003, at Holmes Regional Hospital after
suffering a heart attack. He had battled Parkinson's disease for many
years. Born March 30, 1916, in Pitcairn, he was the son of the late
Frank and Della Booher. He was united in marriage to Anna Louise Booher
July 29, 1939. He is survived by his wife; two sons and one daughter: O.
Kent Booher, Barbara (Booher) Elko and G. Lee Booher, and their
families. He is survived by three sisters and two brothers: Phyllis
Ellis of Bonifay, Fla.; Eva Louise Holobinko of Wasilla, Alaska; Janet
Centi and Chester Ray Booher, both of Three Springs; and Bernard Booher
of Saltillo, and their families. He was preceded in death by two
sisters, Sarah Benson and Freda Smyers, and two brothers, Henry Booher
and Dallas Booher. Mr. Booher was a member of Grace United Methodist
Church, Three Springs, and the former Evangelical United Brethren Church
for over 60 years. An Active member of the church, Mr. Booher served as
a summer church camp counselor, was president of the Men's Brotherhood,
served as church youth director, taught Sunday School for over 50 years
and served as Sunday School superintendent. He was also a church trustee
and a member of the choir for 20 years. He was a United Methodist lay
minister and a delegate to the annual church conference for many years.
Mr. Booher was a member of the Lions Club and the Knights of Malta and
was president of the Saltillo Alumni Association. He volunteered with
fire and ambulance services in Pitcairn and was a pilot with the Civil
Air Patrol. He also coached Little League baseball and football and was
involved with the Boy Scouts. Mr. Booher was a resident of Three Springs
for more than 20 years. A memorial service will be held in Three Springs
at a later date. 

James Robert "Bob" CUTCHALL, 78, of North Clear Ridge Road, Hustontown,
died at 7:15 p.m. Friday, July 18, 2003, at the Latrobe Area Hospital,
Latrobe. Born Aug. 21, 1924, in Taylor Twp., Fulton County, he was a son
of the late Berlyn E. and G. Maye (Huston) Cutchall. He was married to
the former Jo Nell Roney Jan. 29, 1946. Mrs. Cutchall preceded him in
death Jan. 13, 2003. He is survived by two daughters: Mrs. Leonard
(Linda) Shaw, Hustontown, and Mrs. Martin (Mary Jane) Brown, Orbisonia.
Four grandchildren survive: Cory Shaw and Mindy Grace, both of
Hustontown, Brandon Brown, Three Springs, and Tyler Brown, Orbisonia.
There are two great-grandchildren: Natan Shaw and Chase Shaw, both of
Hustontown. One sister, Lois Foreman of McConnellsburg, survives. He was
preceded in death by one grandson, Byron Shaw, and one brother, Carl
Cutchall. Mr. Cutchall was a member of the Knobsville Church of the
Brethren. He was a member of the Forbes Road Lions Club; American legion
Post No. 561 and Mount Zion Lodge No. 774, Free and Accepted Masons,
both of McConnellsburg; Harrisburg Consistory; Jaffa Shrine, Altoona;
and the Pennsylvania Contractor's Association. He was a life member of
Standing Stone Post No. 1754 VFW, Huntingdon. He also served as a member
of the Hustontown Sewer Authority. A veteran of World War II, he served
with the U.S. Army from 1943 - 1945, in the European Theatre. He was the
recipient of a Purple Heart. He retired from New Enterprise Stone and
Lime Co., as the general superintendent of Union Equipment Inc.,
Warfordsburg. In his earlier years, Mr. Cutchall had served as
superintendent of highways for Fulton County. Funeral services will be
held July 22, at the M.R. Brown Funeral Home, Hustontown, with Pastor
Chris Elliott officiating. Interment will be made in the Hustontown
Cemetery where the Fulton Honor Guard will provide military services. 

Gary Lee DONELSON, 48, of HCR 1, Todd, died July 18, 2003 at his home in
Cass Twp., Huntingdon County. Born Jan. 27, 1955, in Huntingdon, he was
a son of the late Arthur Donelson and Delores (McKnight) Donelson who
survives at Cassville. He is also survived by two daughters, Tara
Donelson of Philadelphia and Brandy Donelson of Harrisburg. Five
brothers and one sister survive: Chester Donelson, Three Springs; David
Donelson, Cassville; Dennis Donelson, Philadelphia, N.Y.; Robert
Donelson, Cassville; Timothy Donelson, Broad Top City; and Norma
Schooley, Cassville. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Heather
Rae Donelson, and one brother, James Donelson. Mr. Donelson was a member
of the Beavertown Bible Church, Todd. Funeral services will be held July
22, at the Beavertown Bible Church, Todd, with the Rev. James S. Thomas
officiating. Interment will be made in the Trough Creek Cemetery, Todd.

Kathryn Marie (Pinizotto) CORBIN, 87, a resident since 1977, of The Oaks
at Westminster Woods, Huntingdon, formerly of Washington St. Huntingdon,
for 50 years, died July 19, 2003, at The Oaks. Born April 16, 1916, in
Ardenheim, Henderson Twp., Huntingdon County, she was a daughter of the
late Philip George and Edna Leona (Numer) Pinizotto. She was united in
marriage to Thomas Wilford Corbin Dec. 25, 1935, by the Rev. W.J.
Swigart, at the Swigart home. Mr. Corbin preceded her in death July 5,
1978. She is survived by one son and two daughters: George F. Corbin,
Huntingdon; Mrs. Jerry (Sally Ann) States, Huntingdon; and Mrs. Jerome
(Kathryn Ann) Itinger, State College. She is also survived by four
grandchildren: Wade Corbin, Chad States and Heather Casner, all of
Huntingdon, and Ashley Itinger, State College; two great-granddaughters:
Payton Casner and Erin States, both of Huntingdon; and one sister: Mrs.
Woodrow (Lena) Whitsel, Huntingdon. She was preceded in death by one
sister, Rebecca Goss. Mrs. Corbin was a member of Stone Church of the
Brethren, Huntingdon. She attended the public schools of Henderson Twp.
(Ardenhem) and Huntingdon High School. During World War II, she was
employed at Owens Corning Fiberglas, Huntingdon, in the Coning
Department. Following the war, she was primarily a homemaker. She
enjoyed baking, cooking and spending time with her family, especially
her grandchildren. Funeral services will be held July 22, 2003, at the
John B. Brown Funeral Home Inc., Huntingdon, with the Revs. Dale W. and
Christy L. Dowdy officiating. Interment will be made in Riverview
Cemetery, Huntingdon.
 
Lulu Mae (Oberman) LEABHART, 77, of Canonsburg, died in her home July
19, 2003. Born in Stonerstown, Feb. 12, 1926, she was a daughter of
Chester and Thelma (Coy) Oberman. She was united in marriage to Wayne
Leabhart Dec. 18, 1946. Mr. Leabhart preceded her in death May 12, 1982.
She is survived by three daughters: Linda Leabhart and Lourrie Jo
Leabhart, both of Canonsburg, and Judy Murray of Erie. There are two
grandchildren: Jennifer Schwab and Melanie Dzurik; two
great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Three brothers and
one sister survive: Doyle Oberman, Huntingdon, and Thomas Oberman, Don
Oberman and Catherine Oberman, all of Saxton. She was preceded in death
by one daughter, Diane Cerbach, July 17, 1992. Mrs. Leabhart had been a
resident of Canonsburg since 1951, where she was a member of the former
Joy Chapel and South Canonsburg Church. She was a homemaker. Funeral
services will be held July 23, at the Saxton First Church of God,
Saxton, with the Rev. Steve Parkhill, pastor of South Canonsburg Church,
officiating. Interment will be made in Broad Top City Cemetery, Broad
Top City. 

Lester W. VANVALKENBURG, 88, of Saxton, died July 20, 2003, at PennKnoll
Village, Bedford. He had been in failing health for the past six months.
Born Jan. 21, 1915, in West New York, N.J., he was a son of the late
Henry and Jenny (Durke) VanValkenburg. He is survived by his companion,
Gertrude Helsel, at their home. One son and one daughter survive: Eric
VanValkenburg Sr. and Mrs. Harold (Janice) Helsel, both of Middletown.
He is also survived by three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, 15
step-grandchildren and 11 step-great-grandchildren. The last surviving
member of his immediate family, he was preceded in death by six brothers
and sisters. Mr. VanValkenburg was a member of the Saxton First Church
of God, Saxton. He was a member of the ILGWU (International Ladies
Garment Workers Union). He served in the National Guard. After 30 years
of service, he retired in 1981 from Hesteco Mfg. Co. Hummelstown. He
enjoyed building model ships. A Memorial service will be held July 24,
at the Saxton First Church of God, Saxton, with Pastor Steve Oberman.
Interment will be made in Langdondale Cemetery, Hopewell. 

Charlotte J. CRESSWELL, 95, formerly of Huntingdon, died July 20, 2003,
at Huntingdon Manor, Warm Springs Avenue, Huntingdon. Born Oct. 3, 1907,
in Todd Twp., she was the daughter of the late Reuben and Mary (Horton)
Cresswell. She never married. Miss Cresswell is survived by a
sister-in-law, Gail Cresswell of Todd, along with several nieces and
nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond Cresswell
and Cloyd Cresswell. Miss Cresswell was a member of the Breavertown
Church of God, Todd, and attended the Trinity Assembly of God Church,
Huntingdon. She was retired from the housekeeping department at Juniata
College. Funeral services will be held July 23, at the Robert I. McClain
Funeral Home, Cassville, with Pastor Greg Lloyd officiating. Interment
will be made in Beavertown Cemetery, Todd. 

Beatrice E. WHITFIELD, 86, of Saxton, died July 21, 2003, at Altoona
Hospital, Altoona. She had been in failing health for the past six
months. Born March 2, 1917, in Carbon Twp., Huntingdon County, she was a
daughter of the late Thomas C. Sr. and Sarah (Carberry) Moffat. She was
united in marriage to Amos R. Whitfield Aug. 25, 1934, in Cumberland,
Md. Mr. Whitfield preceded her in death Nov. 27, 1991. She is survived
by one son, James R. Whitfield and his wife, Phyllis (Palmer) Saxton.
There are six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Four brothers
and one sister survive: Thomas C. Moffat Jr. and Charles Moffat, both of
Saxton; Clyde Moffat and Owen Moffat, both of Malvern; and Betty Fleck,
Downingtown. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Helen Oswald and
Violet Stairs. A niece reared in the home, Cecelia (Oswald) Hinkle, also
preceded her in death. Mrs. Whitfield was a member of the Stonerstown
Church of the Brethren, Saxton. She was a member of the Broad Top Area
Senior Citizens and the ILGWU. She had been employed as a seamstress by
the former Quality Manufacturing Co., Saxton, for several years and
retired in 1979 from Doespun Inc., York, following 26 years employment.
She enjoyed quilting, canning and cooking. Funeral services will be held
July 26, at the Stonerstown Church of the Brethren, with Pastor Sarah Q.
Malone and Pastor Carl Hill officiating. Interment will be made in
Grandview Cemetery, Saxton. 

Richard L. KEIFMAN, 61, of Saxton, died July 21, 2003, at Altoona
Hospital, Altoona, as the result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle
accident of Route 913, east of Dudley, Sunday afternoon. Born Aug. 25,
1941, in Hopewell, he was a son of the late Lloyd T. and Bertha (White)
Keifman. He was united in marriage to the former Edwina J. Gosnell Dec.
23, 1964, in the Marklesburg Lutheran Church. Mrs. Keifman survives at
their home. Two sons and one daughter survive: Richard W. Keifman and
his wife, Cynthia (Long), Six Mile Run; Chaplain Captain Michael R.
Keifman and his wife, Susan (Hess), Killeen, Texas; and Mrs. Michael
(Kristen) Shaffer, South Fork. Two grandchildren survive: Jordan and
Megan Keifman. He is also survived by one brother and three sisters:
Lloyd "Pete" Keifman, Saxton; Doris Young, Depew, N.Y.; Mrs. Robert
(Virginia) Williamson, Cypher Beach; and Judith Martin, Martinsburg. He
was preceded in death by one brother, Donald Deifman, and one sister,
Anne Drenning. Mr. Keifman was reared in Langdondale and had been an
active member of the former Langdondale Methodist Church. He was a
member of the Saxton United Methodist Church where he served as
president of the trustees. He was a member of the Saxton Borough
Council, the Saxton Post No. 169 American Legion, Saxton VFW Post No.
4129, and the Standing Stone VFW Post No. 1754 of Huntingdon. He was
also a member of the Tussey Mountain Jaycees and was appointed JCI
Senator. Active in Masonic organizations, Mr. Keifman was a member of
Juniata Lodge No. 282 F&AM, Hollidaysburg; Altoona Scottish Rite
Consistory; Jaffa Shrine, Altoona; Royal Order of Jesters; Order of
Quetzalcoatl; Tall Cedars of Lebanon Chief Logan Forest No. 131; Jaffa
Legion of Honor Drill Team and Jaffa Railroaders Club. He was a 1960
graduate of Robertsdale High School. He served with the U.S. Army, 101st
Airborne Division, at Fort Campbell, Ky., from 1964 - 1966. For the past
40 years, he has worked for R&R Vending, Saxton, both as a saleman and
manager. Funeral services will be held July 25, at the D. Ronald Long
Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor Todd Templeton officiating.
Interment will be made in Langdondale Cemetery, Hopewell, where full
military honors will be accorded. 

Robert S. VOGT, 85, of Manheim, formerly of Tyrone and Huntingdon, died
July 21, 2003, at Pleasant View Nursing Home of Manheim following an
extended illness. Born May 31, 1918, in Tyrone, he was a son of the late
Charles J. and Anna Mary (Yinger) Yogt. He was united in marriage to the
former Marie G. Aurand Oct. 31, 1941, at St. Matthew's Church, Tyrone.
Mrs. Vogt survives. He is survived by six children: Mrs. James (Diana)
Boettger and Robert S. Vogt and his wife, Carol, both of Manheim; Paul
B. Vogt and his wife, Brenda, Colorado Springs, Colo.; Charles J. Vogt
and his wife, Wendy, Belleville; Christopher A. Vogt, Harrisburg; and
Elizabeth Vogt, Huntingdon. There are 16 grandchildren, three
step-grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. One sister, Nancy
Detweiler of Berwyn, survives. He was preceded in death by two sisters:
Mary Cornelius and Sarah Ann Vogt, and by a brother, Charles J. Vogt,
who was killed in action during World War II at the Battle of the Bulge.
Mr. Vogt was a member of St. Richard's Catholic Church, Manheim; the
Harrisburg American Legion and Tyrone Lodge No. 212 BPOE. He was a
graduate of Tyrone High School Class of 1936, and served with the U.S.
Army during World War II. He owned and operated the former R.S. Vogt Co.
garment factory, Allensville, from which he retired in 1982. He loved to
read. A funeral Mass will be said July 24, at St. Matthew's Roman
Catholic Church, Tyrone, with the Rev. Fr. Joseph T. Orr as celebrant.
Interment will be made in Oak Grove Cemetery, Tyrone. 

Jack D. SPENCER SR., 83, of Saxton, died July 21, 2003, at his home,
following a lengthy illness. Born Dec. 22, 1919, in Wood, he was a son
of the late Earl M. and Margaret J. (Williams) Spencer. He was united in
marriage to the former Marie S. Sweet June 19, 1942, in Frostburg, Md.
Mrs. Spencer survives at their home. He is survived by two daughters and
one son: Mrs. Thomas (Kay) Cypher, Shippensburg; Mrs. Harry (Marnie)
Ramsey, Mohnton; and Jack D. Spencer Jr. and his wife, Debbie (Horton),
Bethel Park. There are seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
One sister and one brother survive: June Clapper, Bedford; and Craig
Spencer, Saxton. He was preceded in death by one brother, Donald
Spencer. Mr. Spencer was a member of the Saxton United Methodist Church.
He was a member of Everett Lodge No. 524, F&AM; Harrisburg Consistory
and Jaffa Shrine. He was also a member of the IBEW. He attended Dudley
High School. In 1980, after 38 years employment, he retired from Penelec
as a maintenance supervisor. He enjoyed woodworking and antique car
restoration. Funeral services will be held July 24, at the D. Ronald
Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor Todd Templeton officiating.
Interment will be made in Grandview Cemetery, Saxton. 

Thomas Edward VICKROY, 44, of Jackson, Ga., died July 19, 2003. Born May
21, 1959, in Johnstown, he was the son of Robert C. and Nancy Lee (Good)
Vickroy who survive in Jackson. He is survived by three sisters, Mrs.
Charles (Catherine) Brower, Annville; Mrs. Kevin (Susan) McConaughey,
Mapleton; and Mrs. Nicholas (Christine "Tina") Bruno, Jackson, Ga. One
nephew and four nieces also survive. Mr. Vickroy was a member of Stone
Church of the Brethren, Huntingdon. He was a member of the Loyal Order
of the Moose, Lodge No. 223, Huntingdon. A graduate of Huntingdon Area
High School Class of 1977, he also earned an associate degree in
criminology and a bachelor of arts degree in counseling from Mount
Aloysius College. He moved to Georgia in 2002 after a few years in
Harrisburg and most of his life in Huntingdon. Since 2002, he had been
employed as a corrections officer with the Georgia Department of
Corrections. Prior to that, he had been employed as a youth counselor
for substance abuse in Harrisburg. He had also worked for 18 years at
Mead Product, Alexandria. He was active in sports during his school
years and into his adult life. An all-around athlete, he excelled in any
activity he attempted. He played in the Mapleton baseball league and was
an avid golfer. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. A memorial service
will be held July 26, at the Stone Church of the Brethren, Huntingdon,
with the Revs. Dale and Christy Dowdy officiating. Interment will be
made in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Petersburg. 

Richard L. "Hawkshaw" HOFFMAN, 75, of Orbisonia, died July 21, 2003, at
his home. Born April 14, 1928, in Orbisonia, he was a son of the late
Charlie and Nora (Bollinger) Hoffman. He was married to the former
Margaret "Peg" Glunt Sept. 4, 1965, in Winchester, Va. Mrs. Hoffman
survives at their home. Two daughters and one son survive: Melissa
Hoffman, Denville, N.J.: Barbara Hoffman, Harrisburg; and R. Eric
Hoffman, Columbia. Two grandsons, Andrew Hoffman of Harrisburg and Ethan
Hoffman of Denville, N.J., also survive. He is survived by two brothers:
Harold "Cricket" Hoffman of Germany and Robert Hoffman of New York. He
was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters. Mr. Hoffman
was of the Protestant faith. He was a member of Blue Juniata Post No.
5754 VFW, Mount Union, and a life member of Madden-Wennick Post No. 518
American Legion, Rockhill Furnace. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. In
1983, he retired from Letterkenny Army Depot, Chambersburg, after 30
years service. A memorial service will be held July 25, at the Martin R.
Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with the Rev. David Ort officiating. 

Lester G. SUMMERS, 82, of Port Royal, died July 24, 2003, at Perry
Village, New Bloomfield. Born June 26, 1921, in Petersburg, he was the
son of the late Miles Clayton and Carrie (Howell) Summers. He was
married to the former May Louise "Lou" Hawn. Mrs. Summers preceded him
in death April 26, 1995. One daughter and two sons survive: Joan M.
Summers, Port Royal; Harry L. Summers, Aurora, Ill.; and John H.
Summers, Port Royal. There are seven grandchildren and eight
great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters: Lorene Feltman
of Petersburg, and Mrs. Robert (Miriam) Klippert of Huntingdon. He was
preceded in death by one daughter, Marjorie Donchatz. Mr. Summers was a
member of the Port Royal Lutheran Church. He was a member of Union Lodge
No. 324 F&AM and the American Legion Post No. 298, Mifflintown. He was a
graduate of Petersburg Vocational High School. A U.S. Army veteran of
World War II, he served in the Railway Battalion in France and Germany.
Following 41 years service, he retired from Conrail where he had been a
block operator. He was also the former owner of Bashore's Greenhouse,
Port Royal. Funeral services will be held July 28, at the Rex Funeral
Home, Port Royal, with the Rev. Anna M. Ritter officiating. Interment
will be made in New Church Hill Cemetery, Port Royal. 

Carl E. JACKSON, 91, of Mount Union, died July 24, 2003, at Lewistown
Hospital, Lewistown. Born Oct. 17, 1912, in Ambler, he was a son of the
late Clarence and Tacie (Styer) Jackson. He was united in marriage to
the former Kathleen Price Nov. 29, 1935, in McVeytown. Mrs. Jackson
survives. He is survived by one brother, Allen S. Jackson of Kentucky.
He was preceded in death by an infant son; one brother, Clarence
Jackson; and one sister, Grace Jackson. Mr. Jackson was of the Baptist
Faith. He was a member of Simpson-Hunt American Legion Post No. 107,
Mount Union. He graduated from Coatesville High School with the Class of
1932. A veteran of the U.S. Army, 3rd Cavalry, he also served with the
U.S. Navy during World War II. He retired in 1977 from Ludlow Corp.,
Edgemoor, Del., where he had worked 38 years. He loved hunting and
fishing. A funeral service will be held July 27, at the Robert D. Heath
Funeral Home, Mount Union, with the Rev. Dr. Kenneth Grundon
officiating. Interment will be made in Newton Hamilton Memorial
Cemetery. 

Richard Dean KRUISE SR., 66, of Huntingdon, died July 24, 2003, at the
Altoona Hospital. Death was unexpected. Born Sept. 9, 1936, in Altoona,
he was the son of Paul and Anna (Fochler) Kruise. His father preceded
him in death. His mother survives in Altoona. Mr. Kruise married Marion
Morton at Broad Avenue United Methodist Church in Altoona July 2, 1955,
with the Rev. Leroy Harrison officiating. His wife survives at their
home. He is also survived by two sons, Richard Dean Kruise Jr. and his
wife Susan of Altoona, and Paul R. Kruise and his wife Sandi, of Six
Mile Run, and a daughter, Karen L. (Kruise) Johnston and her husband
Robert of Altoona. Also surviving are seven grandchildren: Jennifer
Kruise, Melinda Kruise, Richard D. Kruise III, Christian Kruise, Taylor
Johnston, Brandon Kruise and Kyli Kruise. Two sisters, Paulette Smith of
Bellwood and Deborah Barbella of Altoona, also survive. Mr. Kruise was a
member of the First United Methodist Church, Huntingdon. He was a member
of the Chancel Choir and the treasurer of his Sunday School class. He
was a former member of the church council. He was a member of the
National Rifle Association and the Mill Creek Volunteer Fire Co. He
served with the United States Navy from 1953 until 1957. He attained the
rank of boiler tender third class. He attended the Altoona Public
schools. He retired from Conrail in 1997 as a welder after 23 years of
service. He enjoyed gardening and hunting. Funeral services will be held
at the First United Methodist Church, Huntingdon, July 28 with the Rev.
Timothy W. Weitkamp officiating. Committal will be in the Huntingdon
Memorial Gardens, Walker Twp. Huntingdon. 

C. Don THOMAS, 81, of Saltillo, died July 24, 2003, at his home
following an extended illness. Born Nov. 13, 1921, in Saltillo, he was a
son of the late Cecil and Ethel (Bolinger) Thomas. He was married to the
former Vera Wible Oct. 29, 1948, in Three Springs. Mrs. Thomas survives
at their home. He is survived by three children: Tonia D. Little,
Loysburg; Kerry L. Thomas, Saltillo; and Denee L. Piper, Blairs Mills.
Six grandchildren and one great-granddaughter also survive. He was
preceded in death by one sister, Myra Fae Kline, and two brothers, Ned
Thomas and Fern Thomas. Mr. Thomas was a lifelong member of the Saltillo
United Methodist Church. He was a life member of Standing Stone Post No.
1754 VFW, Huntingdon. A veteran of World War II, he served with the U.S.
Army in the 111 Combat Engineers, 36th Division, where he earned the
Bronze Star and Oak Leaf Cluster. He retired from the Southern
Huntingdon County School District following 14 years of service in the
custodial department. Private graveside services will be held at
Saltillo Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
 
Florence Mae GLADNEY, 94, a residence of Huntingdon Manor, Warm Springs
Avenue, Huntingdon, for the past three years, died July 25, 2003, at
J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born May 25, 1909, in Austin,
she was a daughter of the late John and Effie (Thomas) Edwards. She was
married to Albert R. Gladney who preceded her in death May 12, 1976. She
is survived by five grandchildren: Barbara Lininger and David G. Ramey,
both of Mill Creek; and Diane L. Shope, Colleen Baker and Karen Ponish,
all of Huntingdon. There are nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded
in death by one daughter, Dorothy Ramey, and one sister, Hazel Martin.
Mrs. Gladney was of the Christian Science faith. She had worked for
Trailways Bus Co. as a bus attendant for 12 years. She also had worked
for Modern Maturity Center, Dover, Del., where she helped to feed the
residents. In her 80s, she still enjoyed her bicycle, ballroom dancing
and roller skating. A graveside interment service will be held July 30,
at Lawn Croft Cemetery, Linwood. 

Sandra J. (Stapleton) FEATHER, 54, of 5987 Kourtney Court, Huntingdon,
died July 26, 2003, at Select Specialty Hospital, Johnstown, following
an eight-month struggle for recovery from a liver transplant that was
done Nov. 23, 2002. Born Nov. 24, 1948, in Huntingdon, she was a
daughter of the late Roy and Esther Nae (Herbster) Stapleton. She was
united in marriage to Herbert W. Feather II June 11, 1978, at the
McConnellstown United Methodist Church by the Rev. Donald Fishel. Mr.
Feather survives. She is survived by two daughters and one son: Melissa
D. (Hammond) Dail, Huntingdon; Wendy J. (Hammond) Krepps, Orbisonia; and
David E. Hammond, Chambersburg. There are five grandchildren:
Christopher Lehman, Maria Shoemaker, Andrew Lehman, Taylor Hammond and
Zachary Dail. One brother and one sister survive: Terry R. Stapleton,
Reynoldsville; and Kathleen (Stapleton) Sheffield, Hesston. Several
nieces and nephews also survive. Mrs. Feather was a member of Abbey
Reformed Church-United Church of Christ, Huntingdon. She was a charter
member of the Woodcock Valley Lioness Club. While she worked at the
Hollidaysburg Veterans Home, she was also a member of AFSCME. A 1966
graduate of Huntingdon Area High School, she graduated in 1885 from the
Juniata-Mifflin County Practical Nursing Program. She worked for the
Pennsylvania Department of Corrections at SCI Smithfield, for
approximately ten years. Later she worked for the department of Veterans
Affairs at the Hollidaysburg Veterans Home, Hollidaysburg, until
retiring on disability in May 2002. She enjoyed taking trips to Las
Vegas; family gatherings; swimming; her COM buddies and her new home.
She loved Winston Cup race trips with her husband and race gang. Funeral
services will be held July 30, at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home,
Huntingdon, with the Rev. Gary H. Marcy officiating. Interment will be
made in Huntingdon Memorial Gardens, Huntingdon. 

Vincent H. BROWN, 85, of Three Springs, died July 26, 2003, at his home.
Born April 3, 1918, in Saltillo, he was a son of the late Samuel W. and
Louise A. (Hershey) Brown. He was married to the former Mabel B. Whitsel
Aug. 5, 1939. Mrs. Brown preceded him in death Feb. 20, 1995. Three sons
and one daughter survive: Vincent R. Brown, Rochester, N.Y.; Joel F.
Brown, Huntingdon; Mr. Ronald (Gloria) Johnson, Worthington; and H.
Jerome Brown, Harrisburg. Three grandchildren survive. He was preceded
in death by two brothers and four sisters: Velve Brown, Samuel Brown,
Beulah O. Hoffman, Edna M. Crano, Dorothy Thomas, and Pauline Sara
Brown. Mr. Brown was a member of the Calvary Independent Baptist Church,
Saltillo. He was a member of Madden-Wennick Post 518, American Legion,
Rockhill Furnace. He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Navy. For
over 50 years, he owned and operated Brown's Barber Shop, Three Springs.
Funeral services will be held July 30, at the Calvary Independent
Baptist Church, Saltillo, with Pastor Dan Long officiating. Interment
will be made at Saltillo Cemetery. 

Esther R. STATES, 86, died July 28, 2003, at Westminster Woods,
Huntingdon, where she had resided for the past seven years. Born July
22, 1917, in Mifflin Twp., she was a daughter of the late J. Rupley and
Ada (Snare) Fouse. She was united in marriage to Donald S. States, June
24, 1939, at her Lincoln Twp. home, but the Rev. Charles Huyette. Mr.
States preceded her in death Jan. 22, 1992. She is survived by one son
and one daughter: Charles L. States, Huntingdon; and Mrs. William
(Marjorie A.) Fisher, Huntingdon. She is also survived by four
grandchildren: Elaine Weller, Becky Ryan, Charles D. States and Sheri
Dowey; and seven great-grandchildren: Brittany Ryan, Benjamin States,
Brandon States, Jordan Weller, Bryant Weller, Derik Weller and Jared
Dowey. One Brother, Clyde W. Fouse of James Creek, survives. She was
preceded in death by two sisters, Lena and Blanche, and one brother,
Kenneth Fouse. An infant brother also preceded her in death. Mrs. States
was a life member of Zion United Church of Christ, James Creek, where
she taught Sunday School for many years. She was past president of the
Zion Women's Guild. She was a member of Ladies Auxiliary of Marklesburg
Fire Co. She was a 1935 graduate of Huntingdon High School. Along with
her husband, she owned and operated a dairy farm in Lincoln Twp. for
over 50 years. During the time she was farming, she had also worked at
the former G.C. Murphy store, Huntingdon, and for J.C. Blair Memorial
Hospital, also in Huntingdon. She retired in 1978. Funeral services will
be held July 31, at Zion United Church of Christ, James Creek, with the
Revs. Le Vain Fouse and John Bonebreak officiating. Interment will be
made in Huntingdon Memorial Gardens, Huntingdon.
 
Gladys Anna FRY, 93, of Epworth Manor, Tyrone, formerly of Warriors
Mark, died July 28, 2003, at the manor. Born Sept. 11, 1909, in
Gatesburg, she was a daughter of the late John Henry and Annie Mary
(Masterson) Barto. She was united in marriage to William Brooks Fry Feb.
29, 1928, in Pennsylvania Furnace. Mr. Fry preceded her in death Jan. 8,
1967. She is survived by one daughter and two sons: Mrs. Walter (Sarah
A.) Dreibelbis, Warriors Mark; Francis N. Fry and his wife, Lois, Forty
Fort; and Wilford B. Fry and his wife, Barbara, State College. There are
12 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. One sister, Roxie Collins
of Denver, Colo., survives. She was preceded in death by two sisters and
two brothers. Mrs. Fry attended Warriors Mark United Methodist Church
where she served as a Sunday School teacher for several years. She was a
member of the Warriors Mark-Franklin Vol. Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary and
the Warriors Mark Grange. She was also a member of the Rebekah Lodge in
Pine Grove Mills. Along with her husband, she farmed from 1939-1967 at
Rock Springs. She later worked for the Tyrone Area School District from
1967-1979 in the cafeteria at Warriors Mark Elementary School. She also
worked at Camp Kanesatake for 12 summers. Funeral services will be held
at the convenience of the family with the Rev. Peggy Bonsell
officiating. Interment will be made in Pine Hall Cemetery, State
College.

Helen Elizabeth "Toot" (Baker) PAYNE, 66, of St. Petersburg, Fla., died
Monday July 28, 2003, at her Florida residence. She was born Sept. 26,
1936, in Mount Union, the daughter of the late Steve and Mary (Gloss)
Baker. She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Gordon A. Payne, and
two sisters, Mary Jane Carl of Chambersburg, and Edna Harshbarger of
Lancaster. She was preceded in death by four brothers: John Baker, who
resided in Lancaster; Joe Baker, who resided in Mapleton; Bill Baker,
who resided in Mount Union, and Steve Baker, who resided in Lewistown;
and one sister, Genevieve McCartney, who resided in Huntingdon. Mrs.
Payne moved to Florida in the 1960s. Private funeral services will be
held in Mount Union at a later date. 

Nina (Cooper) DEREMER, a resident at Homewood at Martinsburg, formerly
of 801 Spruce St., Roaring Spring, died Monday evening July 28, 2003, at
the home. She was born in Bedford County, the daughter of the late
Samuel S. and Blanche (Scott) Cooper. She was twice married; first, to
Francis W. Geier of Huntingdon and then to James C. Deremer, both of
whom preceded her in death. She is survived by a sister, Ethlyn V. Smith
of Roaring Spring, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in
death by three brothers: Harold Cooper, John Cooper and Samuel Cooper.
Mrs. Deremer was a member of The Christ United Church of Christ, Roaring
Spring. She was a member of the Pennsylvania Retired State Employees
Association and was a longtime member of the Salvation Army and Easter
Seals of Blair County. A graduate of Claysburg High School, she studied
at Zeth Business School, Penn State, Pitt University and the Chatham
College, Pittsburgh. She retired as a caseworker with the Pennsylvania
State Department of Welfare. Active in civic and community affairs, she
was well-known in Huntingdon, Bedford and Blair counties. It was Mrs.
Deremer's request that the be no viewing. Memorial services will be held
July 30, in the J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring Spring, with the
Rev. Robert E. Ketner officiating. Interment will be made in Riverview
Cemetery, Leamersville.

Romona L. "Mona" GECKLE, 49, of Belleville, died July 28, 2003, at
Lewistown Hospital, Lewistown. Born Sept. 4, 1953, in Los Angeles,
Calif., she was the daughter of Chester and Sophie (Abraham) King. Her
mother survives. Her father preceded her in death. She was married to
Michael K. Geckle Sept. 22, 1979. He survives at their home. Two
children, Amber Geckle and Brian Geckle, also survive at home. She is
survived by one brother, David King of Geneva, N.Y. Mrs. Geckle was a
member of Maple Grove Mennonite Church, Belleville, where she served as
Girl Scout leader, MYF leader, hostess, usher, primary Sunday School.
She also was a member of the gifts committee. She was a Junior Girl
Scout Leader for Bellevile Troop No. 336. She was a self-employed home
cleaner. Funeral services were held July 30, at Maple Grove Mennonite
Church, Belleville, with Pastor Alan Kauffman officiating. 

Donald Lee "Hoss" PATTERSON, 62, of Tyrone, formerly of Spruce Creek,
died July 29, 2003, at his home. Born July 21, 1941, in Arch Springs,
Tyrone Twp., Blair County, he was a son of the late William Frontz and
the late Katherine (Patterson) Bigelow. He married the former Judy N.
Helsley June 29, 1974, at Arch Springs Presbyterian Church. Mrs.
Patterson survives. One daughter, Stacey L. Patterson survives at home.
He is also survived by a stepson, Ronald L. Myers Jr. and his wife, Joy,
of Spruce Creek. Four grandchildren survive: Kerstin Myers, Tia Myers,
Ronald E. Myers and Mitchell S. Myers. One stepsister and one
stepbrother survive: Sara McCarrell of Chapman, Kan., and Tim Bigelow of
Spruce Creek. He was preceded in death by a stepbrother, John Bigelow.
Mr. Patterson was a member of Standing Stone Post No. 1754 VFW,
Huntingdon. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He retired as
a maintenance laborer with the Army Corps of Engineers, Raystown Lake.
He was also a maintenance supervisor at Graysville Cemetery. He enjoyed
building benches, hunting and fishing. Funeral services, with military
honors, will be held Aug. 1, at the Jon C. Russin Funeral Home,
Bellwood, with the Rev. Barry Vance officiating. Interment will be made
in Blair Memorial Park, Antis Twp., Blair County. 

Raymond Lane, 86, of Chambersburg, died July 29, 2003, in Chambersburg,
following an extended illness. Born Dec. 22, 1916, in Saltillo, he was a
son of the late Charles and Vivia (Gutshall) Lane. He was united in
marriage to the former Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Corson Sept. 7, 1937, in
Hagerstown, Md. Mrs. Lane preceded him in death Sept. 9, 1990. He is
survived by a daughter, Linda Morgan of Rock Hall, Md. A close friend,
Jane Stermer of Chambersburg, survives. He is also survived by several
nieces and nephews. The last surviving member of his immediate family,
he was preceded in death by a brother, William Lane, and two sisters,
Ora Grissinger and Clara Everhart. Mr. Lane was of the Methodist faith.
He was a member of Breckbill Post, American Legion, St. Thomas, and a
former member of American Legion Post No. 107, Mount Union. He was a
graduate of Mount Union High School with the Class of 1934. During World
War II, he served with the U.S. Army in the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre of
Operations. He retired from the MIDA Agency, Letterkenny Ordnance Depot,
Chambersburg, following 20 years' service. He had previously worked in
the former East Broad Top Railroad office, Mount Union. He enjoyed
hunting, fishing, woodcarving and playing the organ. Funeral services
will be held Aug. 2, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union,
with Pastor Jennifer Deutsch Thomas officiating. Interment will be made
in Mount Union Cemetery. 

Mary URBAN, 81, of Silverford Heights, Mount Union, died July 29, 2003,
at William Penn Manor, Lewistown. She had been in failing health for an
extended time. Born Dec. 3, 1921, in Mount Union, she was a daughter of
the late George and Anne (Komir) Salamon. She was united in marriage to
Andrew P. Urban Nov. 30, 1947, at St. Jean's Catholic Church, New York
City, N.Y. Mr. Urban survives. She is survived by two sisters: Anna K.
Valimont of Kistler, and Mrs. Joseph (Barbara) Pantano, Rising Sun, Md.
Barbara was reared in the Salamon Home since the age of 3. There are
three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in
death by her brothers, George Salamon and John Salamon, and Mike Komir,
who was reared in the home of George and Anne Salamon. Mrs. Urban was a
member of St. Catherine's Roman Catholic Church, Mount Union. She was a
former member of the Catholic Daughters of America, Court St. Rita,
Mount Union. A graduate of Mount Union High School with the Class of
1939, she was employed by the former L. Greif Brothers Manufacturing,
Mount Union, for 25 years. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting. A
funeral Mass will be celebrated Aug. 2, at St. Catherine's Roman
Catholic Church, Mount Union, with the Rev. Fr. Leo Arnone officiating.
Committal will be made in St. Catherine's Catholic Cemetery. 

Arthur Louis "Pete" YOCUM, 82, of Barree, died July 30, 2003, at
Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg. He had been ill for the past seven
months following complications from heart surgery in December 2002. Born
May 13, 1921, at his family home in Porter Twp., Alexandria, he was a
son of the late Amos S. and Grace (Corbin) Yocum. He was united in
marriage to the former Cordie Green Feb. 14, 1942, in Petersburg. Mrs.
Yocum preceded him in death in January 1984. He is survived by two
daughters and one son: Mrs. Clair (Arlene) Heffner, Barree; Janet Hardy,
Alexandria; and Larry Yocum and his wife, Sandra, Huntingdon. He is also
survived by nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Two sisters
and eight brothers preceded him in death: Mabel Y. Estep, Wallace Yocum,
Ralph Yocum, William Yocum, John Yocum, Russell Yocum, Cloyd Yocum,
Robert Yocum, Catherine Yocum and Richard "Dick" Yocum. He was a life
member of William P. Spyker American Legion Post No. 520, Alexandria,
where he had been active for a long number of years with the honor
guard. He was a member of Cloyd K. Davis American Legion Post No. 150,
Petersburg; Standing Stone Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1754,
Huntingdon; and the Petersburg Volunteer Fire Co. He was an Eagle Scout
and had been a Boy Scout Leader. A lifetime resident of the Juniata
Valley, he graduated from Alexandria High School with the Class of 1939.
During World War II, he served with the U.S. Army 455th Ambulance Co.
His company evacuated almost 18,000 patients from July 1944-Aug. 1945.
He personally evacuated 545 patients as a driver and another 507
patients as an orderly. In April 1949, he became a journeyman cabinet
maker working with West End Planing Mill of Huntingdon. For many years,
he had worked as a cabinetmaker for E.B. Endres and then C&M Building
Supplies, both of Huntingdon. He retired in 1986 from Juniata College
where he had been employed as a carpenter. An avid outdoorsman, he
enjoyed both hunting and fishing. Along with his brothers, he was a
founding member of the Dog Patch Camp. He loved woodworking, gardening
and basket making. Many will remember him for his basswood baskets sold
at Hartslog Days and local craft shows. His baskets were sold to people
all over the United States as well as many to people in foreign
countries. Private funeral services will be held at the Cutright-Speck
Funeral Home, Alexandria, with the Rev. John C. Dean officiating.
Private interment will be made in the Alexandria Presbyterian Cemetery. 

Robert White CALKINS SR., 58, of Mansfield, died July 31, 2003, in
Columbia, Mo., from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Born
Aug. 28, 1944, in Coudersport, he was the son of the late Jake and Marge
Calkins who resided in Coudersport and the late Robert W. and June B.
Logue who resided in Huntingdon. He is survived by his wife, Fran
Calkins of Mansfield; a daughter, Mrs. Edward (Danielle Logue) Tapping
of Brick, N.J.; a son, Robert W. Calkins Jr. of Troy; and two
grandchildren, Megan Ryan Nybeck and Robert Gregory Calkins. He is
survived by two brothers, Thomas Calkins of New York and Archbishop
Thomas D. Logue of Texas; and four sisters, Pat Saulter of New York,
Sally Darnall of Texas, Sue Ellen Hawkins of Florida and Robin (Logue)
Finkenbinder of Alexandria. He was receded in death by a brother, James
P. Logue who resided in Huntingdon. Mr. Calkins was a member of the F&A
Masons, the Mansfield VFW Post No. 5767 and the Austin/Cox American
Legion Post No 478. He was a retired computer technician. He was a
veteran of the U.S. Army and later served in the National Guard. Funeral
services were held Aug. 6. Interment was made in Elk Run Cemetery,
Covington.