Huntingdon Daily News Obituaries, March 2000 Contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by Ken Boonie (kab9@pennswoods.net) USGENWEB NOTICE: Printing this file by non-commercial individuals and libraries is encouraged, as long as all notices and submitter information is included. Any other use, including copying files to other sites requires permission from the submitters PRIOR to uploading to any other sites. We encourage links to the state and county table of contents. ____________________________________________________________ Jacob A. Perry, 18, of HCR 73, Three Springs, died at 1:19 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 27, 2000, at Great Lakes, Ill., as a result of an auto accident. Born May 14, 1982, in Lancaster, he was the son of Daynia (Perry) Germer, who survive in Three Springs. The following grandparents survive: James and Donna Perry, Marriane Baldori and Jacob Caldwell II, all of Lancaster. One great-grandmother, Mary Krewson of Lancaster survives. Also surviving are a brother and a sister, Ryan Caldwell and Elizabeth Germer, both of Lancaster. Mr. Perry had attended the McCaskey High School in Lancaster and was currently serving in the U.S. Navy at Great Lakes Naval Training Center, Great Lakes, Ill. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 3, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with Pastor Roz Mason officiating. Interment will be made in the Clear Ridge Cemetery, Hustontown, R.D. Friends may call at the funeral home one hour prior to the service on Friday. Full military honors will be accorded by the U.S. Navy at the graveside on Friday. Paul Leslie Dysart, 82, of 395 Edwardsville Road, Apt. 201, Wood River, Ill., died Saturday, Feb. 26, 2000, at 9:45 p.m., at the Wood River Township Hospital, Wood River, I11. Born March 8, 1917, in Mapleton, he was the son of the late Joseph E. and Bertha (McConahy) Dysart. He married M. Arlene Geissinger Oct. 5, 1939, in Huntingdon. The Rev. George Boggs officiated the ceremony. Mrs. Dysart preceded him in death Aug. 13, 1988. One son and one daughter survive; Joel E. Dysart, Baltimore, Md.; and Mrs. Rick (Patricia) Brewer, Godfrey, I11. There are two granddaughters. One sister, Mrs. Beulah D. Shawley of Huntsville, Ala., survives. Five brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. Mr. Dysart was a member of the Fifteenth Street United Methodist Church, Huntingdon. He was a life member and past commander of the Standing Stone Post No. 1754, VFW, and was past captain of the Pennsylvania All State Commanders. He retired from the State Correctional Institution Huntingdon November 1977. He also operated Dysart's Service Station at Seventh and Penn streets in Huntingdon. He attended the Mapleton and Mount Union area schools and was a 1935 graduate of the Mount Union High School. During World War 11, he served in the U.S. Army in the European Theatre of War. He had lived at his current residence since 1994. He enjoyed woodworking and model railroading. Funeral services will be held at the John B. Brown, Funeral Home, 417 Washington St., Huntingdon, Saturday, March 4, at 1 p.m., with the Rev. David L. Dearing officiating. Interment will be made in the Mapleton IOOF Cemetery. Full graveside military honors will be accorded. Friends may call at the funeral home Friday after 7 p.m. and from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be sent to the American Cancer Society, Huntingdon County Unit, R.D. 1, Box 33D, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652; or the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 810, Huntingdon, Nellie Brown McDowell, 75, of 477 Rockwood Dr., Elizabethtown, formerly of Altoona and Robertsdale, died Sunday, Feb. 27, 2000, at the home of her daughter, following an extended illness. Born April 19, 1924, in Coalmont, she was the daughter of the late Bruce and Annie (Noel) Barnett. Mrs. McDowell was first married to Wendell Brown, who preceded her in death May 29, 1979. Later in her life she married Ernest McDowell, who also preceded her in death Feb. 10, 1997. Surviving are two daughters and one son: Cindy Myers of Elizabethtown; Janice Brown of Fayetteville, Ark.; and Merril Barnett of Jacksonville, N.C. One grandson, Michael Brown, was reared in her home. There are seven grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren surviving. Two sisters and one brother also survive: Phyllis Buckley, Coalmont; Lois Barefoot, Angola, N.Y.; and Bruce Barnett Jr., Norwalk, Calif. Two children preceded her in death: Sharon and Russell Brown, along with two brothers and one sister. While living in the Robertsdale area, Mrs. McDowell was a member of the Robertsdale United Methodist Church and most recently attended the Newville Bible Church. A 1942 graduate of the Saxton-Liberty High School, she was primarily a homemaker. During her life, she enjoyed crossword puzzles, square dancing and selling Avon. She was a member of the Eldo Squares square dancing club, the RW&BT ladies auxiliary, served on the Wood Township election board for several years and was a census taker for the past 50 years. She also owned Brown's Shop in Robertsdale for 15 years. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 4, at 10 a.m., at the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home, Broad Top, with Pastor Ed Eifert and the Rev. Robert Raycroft officiating. Interment will be made in the IOOF Cemetery, Broad Top. Friends will be received Friday, March 3, from 7 until 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Donald R. Greenland, 71, of Pennsylvania Furnace, died Wednesday, March 1, 2000, at his home. Born May 8, 1928, in Clay Township, Huntingdon County, he was the son of the late Moody E. and Mildred Rebecca (Miller) Greenland. He married Lorenah M. Steese May 8, 1954. She survives at home. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three daughters and three sons: Peggy Ann Loring, Bamburg, Germany; Sharon Kay Devlin, State College; Karen Joan Tice, Pine Grove Mills; Ray Donald Green land, Spring Mills; Charles Lynn Greenland, State College; and Gerald Arthur Greenland, Pennsylvania Furnace. There are 11 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Two sisters, Anna Mae Flasher of Spring City, and Betty Peterson of Orbisonia, survive. He retired as lead mason at Penn State University in 1989, after 29 years of service. While working at Penn State, he did general contracting, specializing in masonry work for several years. He collected model and full-size John Deere tractors and displayed them at Penn State Ag Progress Days. He was a member. of the Church of the Nazarene in State College. He enjoyed hunting and cutting wood. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 3, at 11 a.m., at the Church of the Nazarene, 3601 South Atherton St., State College, with the Rev. Paul D. MacPherson officiating. Interment will be made in the Graysville Cemetery in the village of Graysville, Huntingdon County. Friends may call at the Koch Funeral Home, 2401 South Atherton St., State College, this evening, from 6 until 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Brookline Home Care & Hospice, Compassionate Care or Employee Fund, 3901 South Atherton St., Boalsburg. Pa. 16827. Earle James Magwood, 85, a resident of 1111 Mifflin St., Huntingdon, since 1993, formerly of Canada and California, died Saturday, Feb. 26, 2000, at 4:10 a.m., at Huntingdon Manor. Born Sept. 10, 1914, in Cartwright, Manitoba, Canada, he was the son of the late Wilberforce Thomas David and Annie Edna (Ross) Magwood. He married Phyllis Gertrude "Fay" Dyke Aug. 30, 1941, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She survives at their home. Three children survive: James Thomas Magwood, Bakersfield, Calif.; John Robert Magwood, Boston, Mass.; and Linda Faye Christine, Huntingdon. There are 12 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. The last member of his immediate family, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ross, and a sister, Ida Stephanson. Mr. Magwood was a member of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, Huntingdon. He belonged to various churches in Canada and California, where he served on church boards, taught Sunday School, sang in choirs, organized and helped to build a library and assisted in the planning and construction of several new churches. During his lifetime he had been employed as a pilot, teacher, carpenter, writer, real estate salesman and retired as director of the county planning department in Sonora, Calif. A veteran of World War 11, he served as a pilot with the Royal Canadian Air Force for five years. His squadron patrolled the west coast of Canada. He also flew commanding officers up and down the west coast of Canada. He attended the teacher training school in Moose Jaw, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, in 1932 and the business college in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, from 1938 until 1940. Mr. Magwood enjoyed sports, especially hockey, baseball, tennis and horseback riding. His hobbies ranged from reading (especially the Bible), to stamp and coin collecting, music, gardening, drawing and painting. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 4, at 3 p.m., at the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Hal Rotruck officiating. Interment will be made in his family's plot in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. Memorial contributions may be made to the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, 1019 Moore. St.. Huntingdon, Pa. Samuel Dallas Miller, 86, of Huntingdon, R.D. 4, died Wednesday, March 1, 2000, at 8:05 p.m., at The Oaks at Westminster Woods. Born April 19, 1913, in Henderson Township, Huntingdon County, he was the son of the late Samuel and Elsie (McElwain) Miller. He married Louise Davis May 29, 1937. Mrs. Miller survives at home, along with a son, Jeffrey D. Miller of James Creek. There are four grandchildren and one great-grandson. Three sisters also survive: Janet Johnson, San Clemente, Calif.; Beulah Rose, MeVeytown, R.D. 1; and Dorothy Miller, Huntingdon. One sister, Rachel Nagel, preceded him in death. Mr. Miller was a member of the Mt. Zion Lutheran Church, Huntingdon, R.D. 3. He also belonged to the Stone Creek Valley Lions Club and the Standing Stone Senior Citizens. For a number of years he was employed by H.T. Reynolds of Huntingdon., He retired in 1975 from J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, after 30 years of service as head of maintenance. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family, with Pastor Peter J. Naschke officiating. Interment will be made in the Mt. Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery, Huntingdon, R.D. 3. There will be no public viewing or visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Stone Creek Valley Lions Club, Cold Springs Road, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon. Terry Lee Silknitter, 60, of Long Street, Petersburg, died Wednesday, March 1, 2000, at 12:15 a.m., at his Petersburg residence. He had been in failing health for the past year. Born Feb. 25, 1940, in Petersburg, he was the son of the late John Frederick Silknitter and Lois Jane (Snyder) Silknitter, who survives in Petersburg. One sister, Mrs. Kermit (Pat) Rupert of Petersburg also survives. He was preceded in death by two infant daughters, Penny and Joy Silknitter. A niece and a nephew survive. For a number of years, he had worked at the Technitrol Plant in Petersburg. He was a former member of the the William P. Spyker American Legion Post No. 520, Alexandria and the Petersburg Volunteer Fire Company. He had attended the Juniata Valley public schools. >From August 1957 until April 1961, Mr. Silknitter served with the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, Troop K., Third Reconnaissance Squadron,, 104th Armored Cavalry. He later entered into active duty with the U.S. Army, serving with the 13th Medical Detachment as a medical corpsman from Jan. 29, 1962, until Jan. 28, 1965. Mr. Silknitter was of the Methodist faith. He enjoyed woodworking and crafts. He had been a lifetime resident of Petersburg. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 5, at the Cutright-Speck Funeral Home, Juniata Valley Chapel, 412 Main St., Alexandria, with the Rev. William Kauffman officiating. Interment will be made in the Cedar Grove Cemetery, with full military rites accorded. Friends may call at the funeral home this evening from 7 until 9 p.m. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, R.D. 1, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652; or to Hospice Home Nursing, 900 Bryan St., Suite 7, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652. Donald Eugene Barber, 76, of Porter Township, Huntingdon, R.D. 1, died Thursday, March 2, 2000, at 12:15 a.m., at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born March 11, 1923, in Saltillo, he was the son of the late Leroy and Etta (Stake) Barber. He married Ida Mae Kylor July 5, 1946, in Huntingdon. Mrs. Barber survives at their residence. Three children also survive: Donald Dean Barber, York; Duane Eugene Barber, Shrewsberry; and Bonnie Lee (Barber) Louder, Huntingdon. There are three grandchildren. One granddaughter preceded him in death. Also surviving are two siblings: Beulah Hall, Huntingdon; and Ruth Elder, Salem, Ore. Two sisters and one brother preceded him in death. Mr. Barber was of the Methodist faith. He was a member of the William P. Spyker Post No. 520, American Legion, Alexandria. He retired in 1982 as a truck driver with Butler Trucking, after 20 years of service as a driver. He had also been employed by C. H. Miller Hardware and Owens Corning Fiberglas. Mr. Barber attended the Saltillo public schools. During World War 11, he served in the U.S. Army as a corporal technician in both the European and Pacific theatres of operations. A lifetime resident of Huntingdon County, he had lived at his current residence since 1972. He enjoyed working on the lawn. At the request of the family, there will be no public viewing or visitation. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowes, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 16652; or American Lung Association of Central Pennsylvania, 205 East Beaver Avenue, State College, Pa. 16801. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., Huntingdon. Evelyn (Oswalt) Lane, 81, of 1231 Washington St.. Huntingdon, died Thursday, March 2, 2000, at 11:35 it J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital. Huntingdon. Born June 30, 1918, in Cornpropst Mills, Miller Township, Huntingdon County, she was the daughter of the late George V, and Lillian Elizabeth (Crownover) Oswalt. She married Valgene V. Lane April 18. 1953, in Hagerstown, Md. Mr. Lane preceded her in death in 1954. Two nieces, two great-nephews and one great-niece survive. One sister, Mrs. James (Janet Oswalt) Coleman, preceded her in death. Mrs. Lane was a member of the Fifteenth Street United Methodist Church. Huntingdon. She was a member of the auxiliary to the Frank P. Hommon Post No. 24 American Legion, Huntingdon, and the Women of the Moose, Loyal Order of Moose, Huntingdon Lodge No. 220. She began her employment with the Huntingdon Throwing Company in April 1941 and later with its successor, Owens Corning,, Fiberglas, until her retirement in 1981, with a total of 38 years of service. Most recently. Mrs. Lane was employed by Shope Motors in Huntingdon in the accounting department. She attended the Huntingdon, public schools and was a graduate of the Huntingdon High School Class of 1938 and the Huntingdon Secretarial School, Class of 1941. Mrs. Lane had been a resident of Huntingdon County since birth. A funeral service will be held Monday, March 6, at 11 a.m., at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., 417 Washington St., Huntingdon, with the Rev. David L. Dearing officiating, assisted by the Rev. Raymond Crownover. Interment will be made in the Riverview Cemetery, 245 Standing Stone Ave., Huntingdon., Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 7 until 9 p.m. Sunday, March 5, and from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service on Monday. Ona L. Frank Naugle, 80, of Kettering, Ohio, formerly of Mount Union, died at 12:20 p.m. Thursday, March 2, 2000, at the Kettering Memorial Hospital. Born Jan. 28, 1920, in Mount Union, she was the daughter of the late W. Herman and, Katie (Cassady) Norris. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Jay William Frank Jr., and her second husband, Ralph William Naugle. One son, Gary L. Frank of Dayton, Ohio, and a stepdaughter, Barbara (Naugle) Pennock of Marshal, Mo., survive. There are two grandchildren and four step-grandchildren. The following brothers and sisters preceded her in death: Martha Bard, Lena Ranck, Lorre Rutherford, Arley Diven, infant sister Ellen Norris, Leroy Norris and Lewis Norris. Mrs. Naugle had been employed by the L. Greif Brothers Manufacturing, Mount Union, for over 20 years and had also worked at the Gay Shoppe in Mount Union. She was a graduate of the Huntingdon High School and a member of the First United Methodist Church, Mount Union. A funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 7, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with the Rev. Robert Walsh officiating. Interment will be made in the Mount Union Cemetery. Friends will be received at the funeral home Monday, March 6, from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. and Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Thomas E. Heath, 58, of 52 S. Main Street, Robertsdale, died Friday, March 3, 2000, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Mr. Heath was born Nov. 10, 1941, the son of the late Horace and Louella (Eichelberger) Heath Cooley and the late Leland Cooley. He is survived by one sister, Martha Whited of Seven Valleys, and six brothers: Russell Heath of Ocean Springs, Miss.; Irvin Heath of Broad Top; Roy Cooley of Robertsdale, R.R.; Michael Cooley of Rocky Mount, Va., and Wayne Cooley of DuBois. He is also survived by nine nieces and 12 nephews. Mr. Heath was of the Protestant faith. After graduating from Robertsdale High School in 1959, Mr. Heath enlisted in the United States Army. After completing his military service, he went to work at Caterpillar of York. He retired after 30. years of service. Mr. Heath was a member of UAW Local 786 union and a member of the Watson and Black Post 126 American Legion, where he held the position of second vice commander. He was also a member of the RW&BT Fire Company and a member of the Broad Top Coal Miners Historical Society. Mr. Heath was an avid NASCAR fan. Funeral services will be held Monday, March 6, 2000, at 2 p.m., at the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home in Broad Top, with Pastor Donald Simmons officiating. Friends will be received at the funeral home Sunday, March 5, from 7 to 9 p.m. and Monday, from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Interment will be made in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Broad Top, with military honors. Gilbert S "Gib" Shirey, 86, of 167 Ort Valley Rd., Lewistown, died at 2:18 p.m. Thursday, March 2, 2000, at the Lewistown Hospital. Born June 20, 1913, in Derry Township, Mifflin County, he was the son of the late Lester L. and Mary (Klose) Shirey. He married Cora Wagner May 6, 1934. Mrs. Shirey survives at home, along with a daughter, Mrs. Richard (Norma) Fisher of Lewistown. There are three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Also surviving are a brother and sister: Leonard L. Shirey and Mrs. William (Kathryn) Stumpff, both of Lewistown, R.D. 3. One brother, John K. Shirey, preceded him in death. Mr. Shirey was employed by the U.S. Postal Service for 34 years, retiring in November 1973. He was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lewistown. Mr. Shirey was a charter member and past president of Chief Logan Lions Club; served as past district 14-L Governor and was the first recipient in Mifflin County of the Melvin Jones Award. He was also a charter member of the Northeast Eye Bank; the Lewistown Lodge No. 203 F&AM, and numerous other Masonic bodies. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, March 6, at the Hoenstine Funeral Home, Inc., Lewistown, with the Rev. Gerald A. Krum officiating. Interment will be made in the Juniata Memorial Park Cemetery, Lewistown. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. Sunday evening. A Masonic service will be held at 8:30 p.m. Sunday evening at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Beacon Lodge Camp for the Blind, 114 SR. 103 South, Mount Union, Pa. 17066; or to Shriner's Crippled Children c/o Jaffa Shrine, P.O. Box 1984, Altoona Pa. 16603. Iva Mae Barnett, 91, of Memory Lane, Hustontown, died at 5:35 a.m. Saturday, March 4, 2000, at the Fulton County Medical Center, McConnellsburg. Born April 9, 1908, in Clear Ridge, she was the daughter of the late William and Malinda Jane (Edwards) Strait. She was married to Clarence Eugene Barnett Sr. March 9, 1926. Mr. Barnett died Feb.26,1992. Surviving are nine children: Madelene Ulsh, Three Springs, R.D.; Gerald Barnett, Marietta; Genevieve Cutchall, Danville; Clair Barnett, Dudley; Harty Barnett, Harrisonville; Gayle Harris, McConnellsburg; Clarence E. Bar- nett Jr. and Karl Barnett, both of Hustontown; and Gary Barnett, Danville. There are 43 grandchildren, 97 great-grandchildren and 21 great-great-grandchildren. One sister, Juanita Hockensmith of Harrisonville, survives. One son, Glenn Barnett Sr.; a daughter, Patricia Mellott; seven brothers and four sisters preceded her in death. Mrs. Barnett was of the Protestant faith and was a homemaker. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 7, at the M.R. Brown Funeral Home, Hustontown, with Pastor Kevin Wade officiating. Interment will be made in the Fairview Cemetery, Harrisonville, R.D. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. this evening and from 10 a.m. until the hour of the, service on Tuesday. Patsy J. Barrick, 59, of 16814 Schriber Road, Fannettsburg, died Saturday, March 4, 2000, at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born Nov. 28, 1940, in Shade Gap, she was the daughter of Pierce C. Naugle, who survives in Mt. Hope, W.Va., and the late Lillian G. (Parson) Naugle. She married John F. Barrick June 19, 1962. He survives at the Falling Spring Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Chambersburg. Two brothers, Clarence E. Naugle of Mt. Hope, W.Va., and Theodore C. Naugle of Shade Gap, survive. Numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles also survive. Mrs. Barrick was a member of the Carrick United Methodist Church in Metal Township. She was employed by the former ITT Domestic Pump in Shippensburg, where she worked for a numher of years. She was an avid hunter, enjoyed the outdoors, loved her dogs and was always there to lend a hand to her family and friends. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 8, 2000, at 10 a.m., at the John L. Agett Funeral Home, Dry Run, with the Rev. Ted Hale and the Rev. Karl R. Herman officiating. Interment will be made in the Spring Run Cemetery, Spring Run. Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday from 7 until 9 p.m. and Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Good Shepherd, 2700 Luther Drive, Chambersburg, Pa. 17201, or to the family in care of Kim Neil, 11670 Creek Rd., Fannettsburg. Pa. 17221. Betty Jean Gunsallus, 66, of Tyrone, R.D. 2, died at 12:22 p.m. Sunday, March 5, 2000, at the Tyrone Hospital emergency room. Born April 11, 1933, in Tyrone, she was a daughter of the late Harvey James and Nellie (Jeffries) Myers. She married Charles W. Gunsallus Sr. May 28, 1949, in Geeseyeathtown. He preceded her in death Sept. 20, 1986. One daughter and two sons survive: Gloria Wolfe, Tyrone, R.D.#2; Michael K. Gunsallus, Frederick, Md.; and David A. Gunsallus, Tyone, R.D. 1..There are three gandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters: Helen Parks, Cuba, N.Y.; and Ruth Petricca, Burgettstown. Several nieces and nephews survive. Mrs. Gunsallus was preceded in death by two sons, Jeffrey and Charles W. Jr., eight brothers and one sister. She was a member of the Tyrone Bible Baptist Church. She was last employed as a paper inserter/stuffer for the Tyrone Daily Herald and The Daily News in Huntingdon for 11 years. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 9, at 11 a.m. at the Derman Funeral Home, Inc., Tyrone, with Pastor Jack A. Park officiating. Interment will be made in the Blair Memorial Park, Antis Township. Friends will be received at the funeral home Wednesday from 7 until 9 p.m. and on Thursday from 1O a.m. until the hour of the service. Connie Darlene (Sneath) Reed, 62, of Box 381-AA, Alexandria R.R. 1, formerly of Box 401-C, Alexandria, R.D. 1, died Friday, March 3, 2000, at 11:05 a.m., at Logan Township, Alexandria, R.R. 1. - Born July 29, 1937, in Huntingdon, she was the daughter of the late Glenn W. Sneath and Erdine L. (Miller) Sneath, who survives at her Alexandria residence. Three daughters and one son survive: Carolyn L. Whary, Burnham; Cathy D. Perrin, Alexandria; Cindy J. Fabijance, Niles, Ohio; and Glenn Daniel "Danny" McGinnis, Alexandria. There are six grandchildren. Five sisters and,two brothers survive: Glenda C. Griffith, Donna L. Rupert qnd Barbara H. Browne, all of Alexandria; Shirley E. Harrington, California; Sandra G. Ewell, Earl M. Sneath and Robert G. Sneath, all of Alexandria. One brother, Harry W. Sneath, preceded her in death. Mrs. Reed was a member of the Celebration House of Prayer, Petersburg. She was a secretary and treasurer of the Harvest Church. A 1955 graduate of the Juniata Valley High School, she was primarily a homemaker. She had been a lifetime resident of Huntingdon County. Mrs. Reed was a devoted mother and a born-again Christian, devoted to her faith. She was a prayer warrior and intercessor for many. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, cooking and was loved by all. A memorial service will be held from 5 until 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 7, at the Celebration House of Prayer, 402 Washington St., Petersburg, with the Rev. Donald E. Malliband officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Celebration House of Prayer, c/o Harvest Church, R.R. 1, Box 380-AA, Alexandria, Pa. 16611. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., Huntingdon. Minnie Ruth Reed, 66, of Janmes Creek, R.D.#l, died Sunday, March 5, 2000, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon, following a brief illness. Born June 18, 1933, in Hopewell Township, Huntingdon County, she was the daughter of the late William C. and Mary M. (Russell) Reed. She is survived by four brothers: Jack F. Reed and Paul R. Reed, both of Martinsburg, John C. Reed, James Creek. R.D.; and Thomas W. Reed, Saxton. One aunt, Minnie L. Clapper, also survives. Miss Reed was a member of the St. Paul United Church of Christ, Russellville, and the ladies auxiliary of the Markiesburg Volunteer Fire Company. A 1952 graduate of the Saxton- Liberty High School, she graduated in 1956 from the Harrisburg Polyclinic School of Nursing. For over 25 years, she was employed as a registered nurse at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital. She enjoyed watching sports on television. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 8, at 2 p.m., at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with the Rev. Levain Fouse officiating. Interment will be made in the Russellville Reformed Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral chapel Tuesday from 7 until 9 p.m. and from 12:30 p.m. until the hour of the service on Wednesday. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Paul United Church of Christ, Russellville. Inez V. Smith, 84, of Huntingdon Manor, Huntingdon, died Friday, March 3, 2000, at 11:30 p.m., at the manor. Born Feb. 22, 1916, in Mount Union, she was the daughter of the late William and Amanda (Kelly) Gloss. She married Esley J. Smith, who preceded her in death Nov. 18, 1979. Surviving are two daughters and two step-daughters: Mrs. Harry Genevieve) Barr, Huntingdon, R.D. 2; Mrs. Mary L. Bertres, Petersburg; Mrs. Ethel Whitsel and Mrs. Edith Banks, both of Mill. Creek. There are five grandchildren, six great- grandchildren and a number of step- grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Viola Jane Smith; two step-daughters, Grace Sausman and Helen Hostetter; and step-sons Eugene, Floyd and Bruce. Mrs. Smith was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was of the Protestant faith. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 7, at 2 p.m., at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. William W. Kauffman officiating. Interment will be made in the Mountainview Cemetery in Mill Creek. Friends may call at the funeral home from noon until the hour of the service on Tuesday. Brian A. Hazle, 20, of 1731 Trexell Court, Allentown, formerly of Storrmstown, died Sunday, March 5, 2000, in Allentown. Born May 29, 1979, in State College, he was the son of Sharon A. Snavely and Donald A. Hazle. Along with his parents, he is survived by a sister, Stephanie,, in Millersville and a brother, Kevin, at home. A paternal grandmother, Inez Hazle of Mansfield, Ohio, survives. Also surviving are an uncle and aunt, Donald and Judy Snavely of Bellville, Ohio, along with several cousins. He was a member of the Halfmoon Christian Fellowship Church, Stormstown. A 1997 graduate of the State College High School, he was a junior at the Pennsylvania State University, majoring in mechanical and engineering, currently doing a work experience with Ingersoll Rand of Philipsburg, N.J. He enjoyed computer-aided design, gardening and biking. He was an Eagle Scout and enjoyed woodworking. A celebration of his life will be held Thursday, March 9, at 11 a.m., at the Halfmoon Christian Fellowship Church, Stormstown, with the Rev. Stevan Atanasoff officiating. Interment will be made in Grays Cemetery Halfmoon Township. Friends may call at the Bruce E. Cox Funeral Home, Warriors Mark, Wednesday, March 8, from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 7 until 9 p.m. Visitation will also be held at the church from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service on Thursday. Brian's friends and family are encouraged to attend the celebration of life service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National M.S. Society, M.S. Bike Tour, 506 Third Ave., Duncansville, Pa. 16635. Harold Darien Sheasley, 73, of 307 16th St., Huntingdon, died Monday, March 6, 2000, at 7:45 a.m., at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. He had been in failing health for a number of years, but his death was unexpected. Bom June 11, 1926 in Huntingdon, he was the son of the late Darien Orlady and Mercy Mae (Lewis) Sheasley. He married Lillian Banks Aug. 7, 1950, in Winchester, Va. Mrs. Sheasley survives at home, along with two daughters: Beverly A. Sheasley and Paula L. Sheasley, both of Huntingdon. The last surviving member of his immediate family, he was preceded in death by a brother, George. Mr. Sheasley was a member of the Fifteenth Street United Methodist Church, Huntingdon. A veteran of World War 11, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1944 and served as a machinist aboard the USS Mamahagon in the Pacific Theatre of War. After his discharge in 1946, he enlisted in the U.S. Naval Reserve until 1954. He retired in 1991, after 40 years of service at Buck's' Laundry in Srnithfield Township. He had been educated in the Huntingdon schools and had been a lifelong resident of Huntingdon. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 8, at 2 p.m., at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. David L. Dearing officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. this evening and from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service on Wednesday. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 720 Mifflin St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652; or to the Huntingdon County Humane Society, R.D. 3, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652. Geraldine E. Beers, 64, died at 9:50 a.m. Monday, March 6, 2000, at her home in Cromwell Township, Huntingdon County, following an extended illness. Born Feb. 26, 1936, in Dublin Township, Huntingdon County, she was a daughter of the late Raymond E. Johnson and Ada Mary (Leedy) Black. Her mother survives at Shirleysburg, R.D., along with her stepfather, Lorenzo Black. She was married for 46 years to Ward J. Beers, who survives at their home. Four children survive: Shryl Ann Powell, Frederick, Md.; Kenneth Beers and Bobbie Lynn Krell, both of Rockhill Furnace; and Carole Diane Long, Baltimore, Md. There are five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. One sister, Jean Edgin of Mount Union, and a brother, Gary Johnson of Shade Gap, survive. Mrs. Beers was a member of the Rockhill Church of the Brethren, where she had served as Sunday School teacher, deaconess and was active in various church functions. She was a homemaker and at one time was employed by L. Greif Brothers Manufacturing, Mount Union. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no public viewing or visitation. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia. Emily 0. Campbell, 102, of 1007 Mifflin St., Saxton, died Sunday, March 5, 2000, at Centre Crest Nursing Home, Bellefonte. Born May 26,1897, in Burnside, she was the daughter of the late Harry Conner and Mollie (Mahaf fey) Conner. She married Lorain Moyer "Mike" Campbell June 24, 1924, in Altoona. He preceded her in death October 1982. Surviving are four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. One son, Robert Campbell, preceded her in death Jan. 10, 2000. She was a member of the Saxton United Methodist Church. Mrs. Campbell was employed by Gables Department Store and Sellers Jewelry Store in Altoona, before becoming a homemaker. She was the last surviving member of the Ma Ali Mi Club in Altoona and a group of eight lifelong friends who enjoyed visiting, playing cards, shopping and camping along the Juniata River. Mrs. Campbell enjoyed painting, knitting, playing bridge and participating in senior citizens center activities. During her husband's tenure as a Lions district governor, she traveled with him to national conventions, club functions and served as hostess at their home. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 9, at 3 p.m., at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with the Rev. Charles Curley officiating. Interment will be made in the Alto Reste Cemetery, Altoona, at the convenience of the family. Friends may call at the funeral chapel from 2 until 3 p.m. Thursday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Saxton UMC, Saxton, Pa. 16678; or to the charity of the donor's choice. Daniel Paul Whitfield, 79, of 417 Stouffer Ave., Chambersburg, died Monday, March 6, 2000, at 6:25 a.m., at ManorCare Health Services, Chambersburg. Born Aug. 27, 1920, in Stonerstown, he was the son of the late Sydney R. and Ella C. (Maddox) Whitfield. He married Velma Nead Jan. 31, 1941, who survives in Chambersburg. Also surviving are a son, Daniel L. Whitfield and a daughter, Mrs. Bryan (Susan E.) Maclnnes, both of Chambersburg. There are five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. One brother, Robert Whitfield of Saxton, survives. An infant son, four brothers and one sister preceded him in death. Mr. Whitfield had been a truck driver and retired in 1974 from Letterkenny Army Depot after 31 years of service. After his retirement, he had worked for a number of years in the maintenance department of the former Franklin County Nursing Home, Chambersburg. He had also prepared taxes for 15 years at the Chambersburg Senior Center. A veteran of World War II, he was a life member of the Charles W. McCleary Post No. 78, Disabled American Veterans, Chambersburg, and the AARP. He was a member of the Pond Bank Independent Church, Pond Bank, and enjoyed woodworking, fishing and hunting. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 9, at 10 a.m., at the chapel of the Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home, 333 Falling Spring Rd., Chambersburg, with the Rev. Mervil R. Stambaugh officiating. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. at the IOOF Cemetery, Broad Top. Military graveside services will be conducted by members of the Broad Top Area Honor Guard. Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday from 7 until 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Good Shepherd, 2700 Lutheran Drive, Chambersburg, Pa. 17901. Ruth L. Rinker, 85, of Camp Hill, died Thursday, March, 2, 2000, at Camp Hill Care Center. Born Sept. 19, 1914, in Wood, she was reared in Huntingdon County.' She is survived by a son, John E. Rinker of Goldsboro, N.C., four grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. She was a retired computer operator for the New Cumberland Army Depot. Mrs. Rinker was a member of the First Assembly of God Church, Harrisburg. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 9, at 11 a.m., at the First Assembly of God Church, Harrisburg. Interment will be made in the Three Springs Cemetery. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be sent to the First Assembly of God Church, 4100 N. Progress Ave., Harrisburg, Pa. 17110; and Hospice of Central Pennsylvania, PO. Box 266, Enola, Pa. 17025. Ralph L. "Sparky" Sheeder, 80, of Six Mile Run, died Monday, March 6, 2000, at UPMC Bedford Medical Center, following a lengthy illness. Born Feb. 12, 1920, in Six Mile Run, he was the son of the late Ross "Babe" and Grace (Kline) Sheeder. He married Jeanne Winter Dec. 1, 1955, in Hancock, Md. Mrs. Sheeder survives at home, along with two children: Sherri Black, State College, and Brook Sheeder, Salemville. There are two granddaughters. Also surviving are the following brothers and sisters: Madeline Drenning, Saxton; Flo Pakula, Osterburg; June Keller, Rainsburg; Bill Sheeder, Fayetteville; and Dallas Sheeder, Reading. One brother preceded him in death. Mr. Sheeder was a member of the Church of God, Six Mile Run. A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, he was a member of the American Legion of Six Mile Run and was a charter member of the Six Mile Run Volunteer Fire Company. He owned and operated Sheeder's Garage in Six Mile Run and he also worked there as a mechanic. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 10, at 1 p.m., at the Church of God, Six Mile Run, with the Rev. Stanley Cordell officiating. Interment will be made in the Duvall Cemetery, Six Mile Run, R.D. A military service will be held at the cemetery. Friends may call at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, Thursday, from 7 until 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Church of God, Six Mile Run, Pa. 16679; or to the Parkinson's Disease National Foundation, Inc., 1250 24th St. NW, Suite 300, Washington, D.C. 20037. Carrie R. Ake, 63, of Huntingdon, R.R. 4, formerly of Roaring Spring, State College and Morristown, N.J., died Wednesday afternoon, March 8, 2000, at the Altoona Hospital. Born Nov. 28, 1936, in Roaring Spring, she was the daughter of the late Merrill E. and Geraldine (Benner) Raugh. She married James A. Ake April 26,1958, in Maryland. She is survived by her husband and four sons: James W. Ake, Flemington, N.J.; David W. Ake, Mine Hill, N.J.; and twin sons Stephen C. Ake of Hollidaysburg and John A. Ake of State College. There are five grandchildren. One brother, Kenneth F. Raugh of Jeffersonton, Va., survives. Mrs. Ake was a member of the Stone Church of the Brethren, Huntingdon, and was a former member of the church board of administration. She served as a volunteer at the Middle District Office of the Church of the Brethren, Huntingdon, and as a volunteer for Meals on Wheels in the State College and Huntingdon areas. A 1955 graduate of Roaring Spring High School, she was the high school May Queen her senior year. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 11, in the J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, 734 New St., Roaring Spring, with Pastors Dale and Christy Dowdy officiating. Interment will be made in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Roaring Spring. Friends will be received from 9 until 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial services for Mrs. Ake will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, March I 1, at the Stone Church of the Brethren, Huntingdon, with pastors Dale and Christy Dowdy leading the service. Memorial contributions may be given to the Stone Church of the Brethren, Huntingdon; the University Baptist and Brethren Church, State College; or to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 2209 Forest Hills Drive, Suite 18, Harrisburg, Pa. 17112. Donna DeLuca, 50, of Saxton, R.D. 1, died Tuesday, March 7, 2000, at Nason Hospital, Roaring Spring, following a brief illness. Born April 2, 1949, in Middletown, she was the daughter of the late Samuel E. and Madeline E. (Himes) Wise. She married James DeLuca Aug. 17, 1968, in Saxton. Mr. DeLuca survives at home. Also surviving are three children: Angela DeLuca and Travis DeLuca, both at home, and Mark DeLuca of Huntingdon. There, is one grandchild. The following brothers and sisters survive: Nina McElwain, Mechanicsburg; E. Lee Wise, Ohio; Jessie Wise, Middletown; George Wise, Mercersburg; and Esther Clark, Saxton. Mrs. DeLuca was of the Protestant faith. She was employed by Quality Manufacturing in Saxton until it closed and then worked for two years at R&R Vending. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 11, at 11 a.m. at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor Kathy Speck officiating. Interment will be made in the Grandview Cemetery, Saxton. Friends may call at the funeral home Friday from 7 until 9 p.m. Donald Jerome Hawn, 86, a resident of Huntingdon Manor, formerly of Box 169, Petersburg, R.R. 2, West Township, died Tuesday, March 7, 2000, at 5:22 p.m., at the manor. Born Jan. 14, 1914, in West Township, Huntingdon County, he was the son of C. Oscar and Jennie (Green) Hawn. Surviving are his wife of 45 years, the former Dorothy J. Cummins, two nieces, three nephews and several grandnieces and grandnephews. One brother, Eldon H. Hawn of Petersburg, R.R. 2, also survives. He was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister: G. Harold Hawn, Robert G. Hawn, Hazel C. Hawn and Charles 0. Hawn. Mr. Hawn was a member of the Manor Hill United Methodist Church, Huntingdon, R.R. 2, where he was a member of the Men's Bible Class, sang in the choir and was a member of the Manor Hill Charge United Methodist Men's Organization. During his life, he was in partnership with his brothers in farming. He was also employed in sales with Hoffman Seeds for 36 years until his retirement and had also sold farm equipment. He attended the West Township public schools and was a 1932 graduate of the Petersburg Vocational High School. He had been a resident of Huntingdon County since birth and had lived at his current residence since 1957. Mr. Hawn loved music, played the violin in the school orchestra, along with the guitar and harmonica. He also wrote poetry. A funeral service will be held at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., Huntingdon, Saturday, March 11, at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Shirley J. Russell officiating. Interment will be made in the Mooresville Cemetery, West Township, Petersburg, R.R. 1. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Friday, March 10, and from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Manor Hill United Methodist Church and forwarded to R.D. 1, Box 218, Petersburg, Pa. 16669. Helen Miller, 75, of 1 School Lane, Wood, died unexpectedly at 9:25 a.m. Wednesday, March 8, 2000, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born Nov. 27, 1924, in Wood, she was the daughter of Wasco and Eva (Warholic) Lashinsky. She married Ithel G. Miller Jan. 11, 1961, in Winchester, Va. He preceded her in death Nov. 4, 1970. She is survived by two children: Dorcas McCahan of Broad Top, R.D., and George Miller, Wells Tannery. There are five grandchildren. Also surviving are the following siblings: Paul Lashinsky, Six Mile Run; Harry Lashinsky, Wasco Lashinsky and Steve Lashinsky, all of Wood; Pete Lashinsky and Mary McCue, both of Broad Top; and Annie Clark, Six Mile Run. Two brothers, George and John, preceded her in death. Mrs. Miller was a member of St. Michael's Greek Orthodox Church, Wood. She was primarily a homemaker and a devoted grandmother. For a number of years she worked as a welder in the Baltimore shipyards. She was also employed by Owens Corning Fiberglas and retired from Scampers Manufacturing, Saxton. She was an avid gardener. Funeral services will be held Sunday, March 12, at 2:30 p.m. at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with the Rev. Stephen Kundla officiating. Interment will be made in the Cherry Grove Cemetery, Three Springs, R.D. Friends may call at the funeral chapel Saturday evening from 7 until 9 p.m. Donna DeLuca correction: Donna DeLuca, 50, of Saxton, R.D. 1, died Tuesday, March 7, 2000, at Nason Hospital, Roaring Spring, following a brief illness. In an obituary published in a recent edition of The Daily News, it was inadvertently omitted that she is survived by two brothers: Tom Wise of Saxton and Mike Wise of Middletown. David Livingston Fisher Sr., 76. of James Creek, R.D. 1, died Thursday, March 9, 2000, at 1:30 a.m., at his home. Born Jan. 5, 1924, in Lincoln Township, Huntingdon County, he was the son of the late Charles Henry and Minnie Mae (Brindle) Fisher. He married Grace Irene Morningstar Sept. 27, 1946. Mrs. Fisher survives at home, along with the following children: Arlene Grace Shafer, Cape Cod, Mass.; Susan Eileen Hoover, Huntingdon; David Livingston Fisher Jr., Huntingdon, R.D. 3; Elaine Carol Fisher, Huntingdon, R.D. 4; Christopher Charles Fisher, Snyder's Run Road, Huntingdon; and Lori Irene Fisher, Seattle, Wash. There are 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. One grandson, Paul Hoover, and a great-grandson, Colby Hoover, preceded him in death. Also surviving are three siblings: Lee Elwood Fisher, Huntingdon, R.D.; Helen Marie Hess, Saxton, R.D.; and Shelby Jean Schoff, Smithfield, Huntingdon. Two sisters, Martha Birdine Hower and Louise Eleanor Morningstar Rodgers, preceded him in death. Mr. Fisher was of the Methodist faith. A member of Standing Stone Post No. 1754 VFW, Huntingdon, he served in the U.S. Army infantry as a medic during World War II, with the Ninth Division in the European Theatre of War. He was the founder, owner and operator of Fisher's Garage at Huntingdon, R.D. 4. He was well known for Volkswagen repairs. Funeral services will be held Sunday, March 12, at 2 p.m., at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Tim Shafer officiating. Interment will be made in the Reformed Cemetery, Marklesburg. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Saturday and from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service on Sunday. Charles W. "Jelley" Wesner. 80, of Kennewick, Wash., formerly of Huntingdon, died Monday, March 6, 2000, in Kennewick. Born June 3, 1919, in Huntingdon, he was the son of the late Charles and Lulu Wesner. He married Helen Parsons, who preceded him in death. One son, Bill Wesner of Kennewick survives, along with a granddaughter in Ohio. One son, George Robert Wesner, preceded him in death. One sister, Ellen Jenkins of the Williamsport area survives. Mr. Wesner was a 1937 graduate of the Huntingdon High School. He served in the U.S. Army from 1945 until 1952 with the 131st Transportation Truck Battalion. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict with the men of Huntingdon County. Memorial contributions may be sent to Bill Wesner at 2111 South Rainier St., Kennewick, Wash. 99337. Brett Thane Burger, 32, of Plum Hollow Road, Hustontown, died at 8:54 a.m. Sunday, March 12,2OOO, at the Fulton County Medical Center, McConnellsburg. Born April 4, 1967, in McConnellsburg, he was the son of the late Orville "Bob" Burger and Brenda (Hann) Burger. His mother survives in Fort Littleton, along with his stepfather, Ivan McMullen. He married Dulce McMullen March 25, 1989. Mrs. Burger survives at home. One daughter and three sons survive at home: Annissa Burger, Dillen Burger, Brett Burger II and Cheyenne Burger. One sister and one brother survive: Bobbi Rager, McConnellsburg and Brendan Burger, Hustontown. Mr. Burger was a member of the Freedom Worship Center, Fort Littleton. He had been employed as a mechanic with Gaumer's Chassis Engineering, Chambersburg. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 15, at the M.R. Brown Funeral Home, Hustontown, with Pastor Kevin Wade officiating. Interment will be made in the Clear Ridge Cemetery, North Clear Ridge Rd., Hustontown. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. Tuesday and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. Lillian 0. Gutshall, 89, a resident of Orlando, Fla., since 1954, formerly of Orbisonia, died at 11:30 p.m. Thursday, March 9, 2000, at Orange Memorial Hospital, Orlando, Fla. Born June 17, 1910, in Wood, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Emma (Magee) Locke. She married Ralph D. Gutshall, who preceded her in death Sept. 15, 1994. Two sons, Ralph Donald Gutshall Jr. of Reading, and William Gutshall of Dade City, Fla., survive, along with eight grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Two brothers and two sisters are deceased. Mrs. Gutshall was a member of the Orbisonia United Methodist Church and during her life was employed as a department store salesclerk. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 18, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with the Rev. David Ford officiating. Interment will be made in the Orbisonia Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home one hour prior to the service on Saturday. Mildred N. Harry, 78, of U.S. Highway 522 S., MeVeytown, died at 4:15 p.m. Friday, March 10, 2000, at the J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Her death was unexpected. Born Feb. 23, 1922, in Logan Township, Blair County, she was the daughter of the late Walter J. and Christie A. (McMonigle) Nolan. She was reared in the home of the late Walter and Maude (Nolan) Gern. Her first husband, Clinton "Pint" Cramer, preceded her in death March 21, 1966. She married Lantz A. Harry Feb. 9, 1967. He preceded her in death Oct. 4. 1977. Two children, Samuel N,.Cramer of Mount Union, R.D. 1, and Mrs. Donald (Sandra E.) Stoner of McVeytown, R.D. 1, survive. One stepdaughter, Mrs. Nelson (JoAnn) Baer of McVeytown, R.D. 1, survives. There are four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and a number of step-grandchildren and step- great-grandchildren. Two brothers, Walter Nolan and Stuart Nolan, and a step-granddaughter preceded her in death. Mrs. Harry was baptized in the Lutheran faith in Altoona and after moving to Mount Union she attended the Presbyterian Church and later the Ryde United Methodist Church. A 1939 graduate of the Altoona High School, she served as tax collector in Wayne Township, Mifflin County, for 20 years. Prior to that, she had been employed at the Gay Shop in Mount Union and at L. Greif Brothers Manufacturing, also in Mount Union. She was a member of the Mifflin County Republican Committee for many years. She loved reading. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 15, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with the Rev. Dayton Sines officiating. Interment will be made in the Mount Union Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 7 until 9 p.m. and Wednesday after 9 a.m. until the hour of the service. Betty Lucinda (Grose) Riden, 82, of Porter Township, Box 200, Williamsburg Mountain Road, Huntingdon, R.D. 1, died Friday, March 10, 2000, at 10 p.m., at the Arbutus Park Manor, 207 Ottawa St., Johnstown. She had been in failing health since January. Born June 23, 1917, in Lewistown, she was the daughter of the late Harry Frank and Grace Ellen (Brantner) Grose. She was united in marriage to Glen L. "Tucker" Riden June 14, 1952, in Linwood. Mr. Riden preceded her in death Jan. 8, 2000. One stepson, Glen L. Riden Jr. of Ardmore, Ala., survives. There are three step-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren. Two sisters, D. Jane (Grose) Querry and Trudy E. (Grose) Banks, both of Johnstown, survive. Two brothers and one sister preceded her in death: Richard 0. Grose, Steward F.L. Grose and Margaret Bookheimer. Mrs. Riden was of the Methodist faith. She was employed as an agricultural stabilization officer at the U.S. Department of Agriculture for 37 years. She retired in June 1973 as the executive director of the Huntingdon County office. She attended the Huntingdon public schools and was a 1936 graduate of the Huntingdon High School. Mrs. Riden enjoyed attending auctions and flea markets with her late husband, and helping others. A funeral service will be held at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., Huntingdon, Tuesday, March 14, at 2 p.m., with the Rev. Doyle H. Klinger Jr. officiating. Interment will be made in the Huntingdon Memorial Gardens, Walker Township, Huntingdon County. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. this evening and from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service on Tuesday. Flowers should be omitted and memorial contributions may be sent to the American Diabetes Foundation, 116 S. Allegheny St., Bellefonte, Pa. 16823; or to the American Cancer Society; Huntingdon County Unit, R.D. 1, Box 33-D, Huntingdon,Pa.16652. Mary A. Ewing, 80, formerly of Mooresville, died Saturday, March 11, 2000, at 9:10 p.m., at the Huntingdon Manor, Huntingdon, where she had resided for the past six years. Born July 19, 1919, in Fulton County, she was the daughter of the late Ambrose and Emma (Winters) Garlock. She married George B. Ewing March 25, 1939, in Hagerstown, Md. He preceded her in death Aug. 5, 1982. Surviving are five children: William S. Ewing, Mount Union; George G. Ewing, Mooresville; Edward A. Ewing, Huntingdon, R.D. 2; Fay Randolph, Indiana; and Flora Ewing, Petersburg. There are 13 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family and was of the Protestant faith. Mrs. Ewing was employed as a cook for various fraternities at Penn State University and had also been employed at the sewing factory in Mount Union at one time. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 16, at 2 p.m., at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. John C. Pean officiating. Interment will be made in the Mooresville Cemetery, Petersburg, R.D. 1. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Wednesday and from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service on Thursday. Debra A. Edwards, 46, of 97 Liberty Lane, Reedsville, died at 1:36 p.m. Sunday, March 12, 2000, at the Lewistown Hospital. Born June 3, 1953, in Allensville, she was the daughter of Richard L. and Laura K. (Crownover) Yoder, who survive in Allensville. She married. James H. Edwards, who survives in Reedsville. One brother, Dennis R. Yoder of Allensville, survives. Mrs. Edwards was employed as a cashier at Giant Food Stores, Burnham. A graduate of the Penn-Highland High School, she was a member of the Humane Society. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 16, at 2 p.m., at the Bohn Funeral Home; Reedsville, with the Rev. Danny R. Neff officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. Wednesday. Memorial contributions may be made to The American Lung Association of Central Pennsylvania, 205 East Beaver Ave., State College, Pa. 16801. Hannah Brooke Long, two-and one-half-month-old infant, of Newton Hamilton, died at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, March 12, 2000, at St. Christopher's Hospital, Philadelphia. Hannah has been ill since birth with a rare disease. Born Dec. 21, 1999, in Huntingdon, she was the daughter of Lester Eugene Jr. and Nichole Diann (Bilger) Long, who survive in Newton Hamilton, along with Hannah's sister, Rebekah Elisabeth Long. The following grandparents also survive: Ronald and Annette Bilger of Kistler, and Pauline Long, Selinsgrove. Surviving great-grandparents are Fern and Ruth Parks, Silverford Heights, Mount Union, R.D. 1, and Gertrude Bilger, Mount Union. Also surviving are Hannah's godparents, Roger and Rose Wentz, Silverford Heights, Mount Union, R.D. 1. Hannah was preceeded in death by her paternal grandfather, Lester E. Long Sr. The funeral service will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 16, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with the Rev. Gordon Ross officiating. Interment will be made in the Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg, R.R. 1. Friends will be received at the funeral home Wednesday, March 15, from 7 until 9 p.m. and Thursday from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service. Jesse Albert Mills, 89, of 1401 Scott St., Huntingdon, died Sunday, March 12, 2000, at 9:30 a.m., at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. He had been in failing health for the past five months. Born Jan. 26, 1911, in Newton Hamilton, he was the son of the late William and Blanche (Pressler) Mills. He was united in marriage to Mary Elenora Roble July 28, 1949, in Huntingdon. Mrs. Mills survives at home, along with the following children: Robert E. Mills, Mrs. Robert (Mary Ruth) Hornbaker and Mrs. Jerry (Susan) McCracken, all of Huntingdon; Mrs. Mike (Nina) Dimoff, Mount Union; and George W. Mills, Alexandria. There are ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. One brother, Joseph A. Mills, and a sister, Mrs. Burton (Ruth) Cox, both of Huntingdon, survive. He was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers: Beulah Sowers, Helen Keenan, Kenneth Mills and Richard Mills. Mr. Mills retired from the Joseph F. Biddle Publishing Company in 1973, after 45 years of service. He was first employed as a press operator, then in composition and was circulation manager at the time of his retirement. He owned and operated The Palace Confectionery from 1969 until 1979 with his wife. Mr. Mills was a member of the Most Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, Huntingdon. He was a member of the Frank P. Hommon American Legion Post No. 24; life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1754; and the, Loyal Order of Moose Lodge No. 223, all of Huntingdon. Educated in the Kistler public schools, he served in the U.S. Navy from March 12, 1944, until Dec. 16, 1945. He served at NTS Samson, New York; ATB Little Creek, Virginia; and aboard the USS LSM 72. While serving in the Pacific Theatre, he was awarded the Victory Medal, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Medal with one star, and the Philippine Liberation Medal. Mr. Mills had been a resident of Huntingdon County since 1928 after moving from Mifflin County, and had resided at his Scott Street home since 1986. A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 15, at the Most Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, Huntingdon, with Monsignor David A. Lockard officiating. Committal will be made in the Newton Hamilton Cemetery. Full military honors will be observed at graveside services. Friends may call at the Cutright- Speck Funeral Home, Ridge Road and Juniata Avenue, Smithfield, Huntingdon, this evening from 7 until 9 p.m. A vigil for the deceased will be conducted at 8:30 p.m. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Memorial Fund of Most Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, Sixth and Washington streets, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652. Cleo E. Brown, 87, of the Huntingdon Manor, formerly of Dudley, died Monday, March 13, 2000, at the Huntingdon Manor, following an extended illness. Born March 19, 1912, in Dudley, she was the daughter of the late George F. and Sarah N. Hess. She married Jacob Frederick Brown March 16, 1930, in Cumberland, Md. Mr. Brown preceded her in death Oct. 8, 1980. Surviving are a son, George F. Brown of Dudley, and a sister, Effie N. Kensinger of Weedsport, N.Y. There are five grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren One son, Donald Vernon Brown; a sister, Ariel Leabhart; two brothers, Amos Hess and Joseph Hess; and a great-grandchild preceded her in death. Mrs. Brown was a member of the Dudley United Methodist Church, where she was a former Sunday School teacher. During her life she was primarily a homemaker. She enjoyed crochet- ing and listening to Christian music. She was also a member of the Saxton Senior Citizens. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 16, at the Dudley United Methodist Church, at 2 p.m., with Pastor Joan Dugan officiating, assisted by Hap Ritchey. Interment will be made in the Dudley Protestant Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Friends will be received at the funeral home this evening from 7 until 9 p.m. and Thursday from 12:30 p.m. until the hour of the service at the church. Jerry L. Hileman, 64, of New Port Richey, Fla., died Monday, March 13, 2000, at his home. Born in 1935, in Huntingdon, he is survived by his wife, Glenna, and the following children: Mike, Kim, Jeff, Alan, Lee Ann, Matt, Mark and seven grandchildren. Also surviving is a sister, Janet, and a brother, Garry. A respected professional in the food sales industry, Jerry was well known in the southeast and southwest United States. He was a pioneer in the contract sales management founding Key Sales and Marketing in 1982. Prior to that, he held key positions with Morton Frozen Foods and Booth Fisheries. Mr. Hileman was an avid gardener, Atlanta Braves fan and renowned BBQ chef. He had lived in Atlanta, Ga., for many years, before relocating to Florida in 1996. A funeral service will be held Friday, March 17, at 11 a.m., at the St. Stephens Episcopal Church, New Port Richey, Fla. Visitation will be held Thursday, March 16, from 6 until 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Pasco-Hernando Hospice, New Port Richey, Fla., or to the American Cancer Society. Augustlea Laney, 91, of 3781 Cold Springs Rd., Huntingdon, died Tuesday, March 14, 2000, at 2:35 a.m., at The Oaks, Westminster Woods. Born July 25, 1908, in Whitaker, he was the son of the late Lawrence Lee and Mary Elizabeth (Urias) Laney. He was united in marriage to Margaretta F. Hawn July 31, 1937, in Michigan. She preceded him in death Nov. 22, 1996. The last surviving member of his immediate family, he was preceded in death by a sister, Gail C. Race, and two brothers, Earl T. Laney and Kermit L. Laney. Several nieces and nephews survive. Mr. Laney was a member of the First Baptist Church, Huntingdon. A certified chiropractor, D.C.- N.D., he practiced in the Huntingdon County area, first from home and later from satellite offices in towns throughout the county. A graduate of Munhall High School, Class of 1926, he was a 1934 graduate of Duquesne University and the Nashville College of Drugless Therapy. He was a member of the Chiropractor Association and the American Naturopathic Association of Tennessee, Inc. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. James L. Blair officiating. Interment will be made in the Riverview Cemetery, Huntingdon. There will be no public viewing or visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hesston Community Chapel, Hesston, PA 16647 Lois Annabelle Walters, 76, of Warriors Mark, died Tuesday, March 14, 2000, at her residence, following an extended illness. Born June 6, 1923, in Wells Tannery, she was the daughter of the late Charles W. and Matilda (Stunkard) Earley. She married Clair V. Walters Aug. 31, 1942, who preceded her in death March 2, 1983. One son and four daughters survive: Lester Walters, Warriors Mark; Gayle Rhodes, Tyrone; Audrey Mountz, Warriors Mark; and Arlene Miller and Eunice Cherry, both of Tyrone. There are 13 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and five step-great-grandchildren. One brother, Ralph Early of Wells Tanney, and a sister, Martha Gobin of Carlisle, survive. One brother and one son preceded her in death. Mrs. Walters was a member of the Bible Baptist Church, Warriors Mark. She was a past Lions Club member and belonged to the Ladies Missionary Group at her church. She was primarily a homemaker. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 16, at 11 a.m., at the Bruce E. Cox Funeral Home, Warriors Mark, with Pastor Steven Bums officiating. Interment will be made in the Blair Memorial Park, Bellwood. Friends will be received at the funeral home this evening from 7 until 9 p.m. and from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service on Thursday. Sergeant First Class William Van Ziegenfuss, 52, of Carlisle, died Sunday, March 12, 2000, at his home. Born March 25, 1947, in Upland, he was the son of the late Sylvanus Ziegen fuss and Clara Bowden, who survives. Also surviving are his wife of 30 years, Alice Marie Ziegenfuss; a daughter, Senior Airman Alice Adessa; a son, First Lieutenant Charles William Ziegenfuss, and a grandson. One sister, Charlotte Ann, also survives. Several relatives survive in the area, including Dorothy Fortune, Mapleton, Mrs. Jerry (Dot) Janusziewicz; and Robert W. Fortune, both of Huntingdon, mother, sister and brother of Alice Marie. SFC Ziegenfuss retired from the U.S. Army in 1985, after 17 years of service. He fought in Vietnam as a combat medic with the First Infantry Division, during the Tet offensive of 1968. For his actions in this campaign, he was awarded the Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, and the Combat Medical Badge. His other decorations include the Army Commendation Medal and Army Achievement Medal. SFC Ziegenfuss was a graduate of the Sun Valley High School in Chester and the Harrisburg Area Community College, where he earned his associate degree in hotel and restaurant management, graduating with honors. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, March 17, at the U.S. Army War College Memorial Chapel. James William Hoffmaster Sr., 69, of 139 Hill St., Petersburg, died Monday, March 13, 2000, at 10:50 p.m., at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. He had been in failing health since 1989. Born April 13, 1930, in Barree, he was the son of the late William Carl and Leona Edna (McCarty) Hoffmaster. He married Faye McGinnis May 20, 1950, in Hagerstown, Md Mrs. Hoffmaster survives at home, along with the following children; Mrs. Robert (Juanita) Mays, Huntingdon; James W. Hoffmaster Jr., Petersburg; Mrs. David (Julie Ann) Keith, Entriken; Galen Carl Hoffmaster, Craig Hoffmaster, Mrs. Robert (Laurie) Liveringhouse and Tracy L. Hoffmaster, all of Petersburg. There are 23 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Charles (Josephine) Bollienbacher, Spring City, and Lillian Gale Hurley, Casper, Wy. Mr. Hoffmaster was a member of the Word of Life Fellowship, Huntingdon, R.D. 2. He retired in 1989 from Conrail after working for 20 years as a locomotive crane operator. After attending the Alexandria public schools, he served in the U.S. Navy as a seaman apprentice aboard USS Huntington and USS Cascade from Nov. 25, 1947, until Sept. 29, 1949. He was awarded the World War II Victory Medal. Mr. Hoffmaster enjoyed woodworking and watching hummingbirds. In his earlier years, he was an avid scuba diver. A lifetime resident of the@ Juniata Valley, he had lived at his Hill Street residence for 40 years. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 17, at 1 p.m., at the Cutright-Speck Funeral Home, Juniata Valley Chapel, 412 Main St., Alexandria, with the Rev. Paul S. Bowen officiating. Interment will be made in the Cedar Grove. Cemetery. Full military honors will be observed at the graveside services. Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday, from 7 until 9 p.m. Robert A. Weaverling, 82, of 600 Shoup St., Saxton, died Tuesday, March 14, 2000, at 9 p.m., at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon, following an extended illness. Born May 24, 1917, in Saxton, he was the son of the late Charles and Mildred (Eichelberger) Weaverling. He was united in marriage to Edna Horton May 17, 1942, in the Dudley Methodist Church. Mrs. Weaverling survives at home, along with three daughters: Sherry Ann Machado, Woodbridge, Va.; Kathy Jean Ford, Independence, Ohio; and Judy Kay Mills, Saxton. There are six grandchildren and one great-grandson. One sister, Marian Weir of State College, survives. Mr. Weaverling was a member of the Saxton United Methodist Church, where he served as treasurer for many years. A 1936 graduate of the Saxton- Liberty High School and the Altoona School of Commerce, he was a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary patrolling Raystown Lake and sat on the board of directors of the Broad Top Area Medical Center. For 40 years, he was manager of the Pennsylvania State Liquor Stores in Saxton and Bedford, retiring in 1984. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 18, at 2:30 p.m., at the Saxton United Methodist Church, with Pastor Todd officiating. There will be no public viewing or visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to the. Saxton Community Library or the Saxton United Methodist Church. Harriet Marie LeCrone, 90, formerly of Alexandria, R.D. 1, died Wednesday, March 15, 2000, at 5:15 p.m., at The Oaks at Westminster Woods, Huntingdon. She died following an extended illness. Born March 14, 1910, in Grafton, R.D. (Hesston), she was the daughter of the late William Luther and Malinda Florence (Fisher) McCall. She was united in marriage to Paul Regis LeCrone June 17, 1931, in Bellefonte. He preceded her in death April 30, 1996. Two children, Pearl V. LeCrone and John E. LeCrone, both of Alexandria, R.D. 1, survive. There are seven grandchildren, 12 great- grandchildren, three step-great- grandchildren and two step-great- great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters: Annie B. Snively, Martinsburg; and E. Florence Dilling, Williamsburg, R.D. She was preceded in death by a son, Richard Paul LeCrone; a great- grandson, Alan Richard Lindsey; brothers David McCall, William McCall, Melvin "Duff" McCall, Jackson "Jim" McCall and Herman "Pete" McCall; and sisters Emma Kelly and Alice McCall. She was a long-time member of the First Presbyterian Church, Alexandria, where she. was a Sunday School teacher and a member of the Presbyterian Homes Auxiliary. She was also a life member of the Hartslog Valley Grange; Huntingdon chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Order of the Amaranth. She was employed by the J.C. Blair Company in Huntingdon, now Mead Products in Alexandria. She was proud to have spent most of her life as a farm wife. A 1929 graduate of the Alexandria High School, she enjoyed cooking, gardening, sewing, crocheting, music and spending time with her family. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 18, at 11 a.m., at the First Presbyterian Church, Alexandria, with the Rev. John C. Dean officiating. Interment will be made in the Alexandria Presbyterian Cemetery, Alexandria. There will be no public viewing or visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The First Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 267 Alexandria, Pa. 16611, or to Westminster Woods, 360 Westminster Drive, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon. Mabel Marcie Yetter, 91, a resident of ManorCare Health Services, Chambersburg, for the past three months, formerly of Wells Tannery, died at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, March 16, 2000, at ManorCare. Born Nov. 25, 1908, in Shore Valley, Clay Township, Huntingdon County, she was the daughter of the late George W. and Myra (Mills) Bolinger. She married Clarence R. Yetter Dec. 25, 1928. Mr. Yetter preceded her in death Dec. 5, 1990. Two daughters, Joan Y. Wolfe and Clara L. Yetter, both of Wells Tannery, survive. There are two grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren. One sister, Madeline Bolinger McQuail of Saint Thomas survives. Four brothers and four sisters preceded her in death. Mrs. Yetter was a member of the Pine Grove United Methodist Church, Wells Tannery since 1936. She sang in the church choir and served on numerous committees. She was a member of the former Ladies Aide Society of the church. She was primarily a homemaker, devoted wife and dedicated mother and grandmother. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 19, at the M.R. Brown Funeral Home, Hustontown, with Pastor George Clippinger officiating. Interment will be made in the Wells Tannery Methodist Cemetery, Wells Tannery. There will be no public viewing. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 until 8 p.m. Saturday and one hour prior to the service on Sunday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pine Grove United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 18, Wells Tannery, Pa. 16691. Avril M. Kann, 95, formerly of Smithfield, Huntingdon, died Friday, March 17, 2000, at the Altoona Hospital Center for Nursing Care, Altoona, following a lengthy illness. Born Aug. 14, 1904, in New Washington, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary Margaret (Chapman) Hipps. She married Barton R. Kann Nov. 2, 1922, in Cum- berland, Md. Mr. Kann preceded her in death Feb. 1, 1979. One daughter, Mrs. John (Jean) Meloy of Hollidaysburg survives. There are two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Eight siblings preceded her in death. Mrs. Kann was a member of the Twelfth Street United Methodist Church while residing in Huntingdon. She was educated in the public schools in New Washington where she graduated from high school. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, March 20, at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., Huntingdon, with the Rev. David L. Dearing officiating. Interment will be made in the Riverview Cemetery, Huntingdon. At the request of the family, there will be no public viewing or visitation. Bryan E. Hipp, 16, of Altoona, R.D. 3, died Thursday, March 16, 2000, at his home. Born Oct. 25, 1983, in Huntingdon, he was the son of Karen A. Stiffler of Huntingdon and Robert J. Hipp of Altoona, R.D. 3. Surviving along with his parents are his stepmother, Rebecca (McCloskey) Hipp, Altoona, R.D. 3; sister Brittany D. Hipp, Huntingdon; and the following grandparents: Alberta L. Stiffler, Huntingdon; and Joseph and Florence Hipp, also of Huntingdon. His grandfather, Elvin E. Lewis, preceded him in death. Bryan was a ninth grade student at the Tyrone Area High School. He worked part time at Luzerne Farms in Huntingdon Furnace. Funeral services will be held Monday, March 20, at 2 p.m., at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Mark S. Egli officiating. Interment will be made in the Riverview Cemetery, Huntingdon. There will be no public viewing or visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Joshua House, P.O. Box 27, Tyrone, Pa. 16686. John C. Houck Sr., 62, a resident of Bowser's Personal Care Home, Alexandria, formerly of 18 Newport Dr., Columbia, S.C., died Saturday, March 18, 2000, at 8: 10 p.m., at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born July 24, 1937, in Dudley, he was the son of the late Marshall E. Houck Sr. and Catherine (Cook) Houck, who survives in Alexandria. One son and one daughter survive: John C. Houck Jr., Columbia, S.C., and Deborah E. Ammerman, Huntingdon. There are four grandchildren. Two sisters and one brother survive: Audrey J. Houck, Alexandria; Mrs. Dale (Joellen) Houp, Huntingdon; and Marshall E. Houck Jr., Stewartstown. Mr. Houck was a member of the Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Huntingdon. He retired from Owens Corning Fiberglas in 1988 after approximately 30 years of service. He was educated in the Juniata Valley public schools and was a 1955 graduate of the Juniata Valley High School. He also graduated from the Stevens Trade School in Lancaster as a machinist. He had been a long-time resident of Huntingdon County. He had been an avid outdoorsman and a fine friend. A vigil for the deceased will be held at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., at 8:30 p.m. this evening. A funeral Mass will be held at the Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 524 Mifflin St., Huntingdon, Tuesday, March 21, at 10 a.m., with Monsignor David A. Lockard officiating. Interment will be made in the Alexandria Presbyterian Cemetery, Alexandria. Friends may call at the funeral home this evening after 7 p.m. Richard H. Rhoat Sr., 56, of Robertsdale, R.D. 1, died at 10:10 p.m. Saturday, March 18, 2000, at the Fulton County Medical Center, following an extended illness. Born March 24, 1943, in Robertsdale, he was the son of the late John Willington Rhoat and Veda (Hess) Rhoat, who survives. He was united in marriage to Margaret Nichols May 12, 1965. His wife survives, along with three children: Richard H. Rhoat Jr., Everett; John N. Rhoat, Pittsburgh; and Charles E. Rhoat, Saxton, R.D. Also surviving are one sister, Kathy Cross of Robertsdale, and the following brothers: John S. Rhoat, Tom Rhoat and Tim Rhoat, all of Robertsdale, and Jeff Rhoat of Wells Tannery. One brother and one sister pre ceded him in death. There are six grandchildren. As a child, he attended the New Grenada Church of God. During his life he worked on construction sites. He was in the U.S. Army from April 5, 1960, until April 4, 1966. He enjoyed woodworking and fishing. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 22, at 2 p.m., at the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home, Broad Top, with Pastor Donald Simmons officiating. Interment will be made in the Rhoat Cemetery, Saxton, R.D., at the convenience of the family. Friends may call at the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home, Broad Top, from noon until the hour of the service Wednesday. Ray G. Wyles, 86, of 1871 Pinchot Rd., Saxton, died Saturday, March 18, 2000, at 8:15 pm at UPMC Bedford Medical Center following an extended illness. Born Nov. 15, 1913 in Saxton, he was the son of the late Daniel M. and Bertha (Dickinson) Wyles. He was united in marriage to Arlene Streepy Dec. 7, 1943, in Hopewell. Surviving, along with his wife, are the following children: Nancy Heath, Akron, Ohio; Gary J. Wyles, Terry L. Wyles and Timothy L. Wyles, all of Saxton, R.D. There are ten grandchildren and seven great- grandchildren. One sister, Perthenia "Teeny" Rinard of Sandy Ridge, survives. He was preceded in death by two sons, Robert and Donald; two brothers, Warren Wyles and Milton Wyles; and two sisters, Peggy Butts and Grace Smith. Mr. Wyles was a member of the Raystpwn Brethren Church and the Broad Top Area Senior Citizens Center. For a number of years he was a farmer and retired in 1967 from PennDOT. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 22, at 11 a.m., at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor Alfred Chamberlain officiating. Interment will be made in the Fockler Cemetery, Saxton, R.D. Friends may call at the funeral chapel Tuesday from 7 until 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Six Mile Run or Saxton ambulance divisions or to the Raystown Church of the Brethren Building Fund. Marshall Bivens Jr., 66, of North Clear Ridge Road, Hustontown, died at 3:45 a.m. Monday, March 20,2000, at the Fulton County Medical Center, McConnellsburg. Born March 24,1933, in Wood, he was the son of the late Marshall Sr. and Stella (Meck) Bivens. He was united in marriage to Mary Groff June 8, 1963. Mrs. Bivens survives, along with a stepson, Charles E. Groff Jr., Everett. There are six step-grandchildren and five step-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are a brother and four sisters: William Bivens, Salem, Ala.; Jessie Alther, Middletown; Lois Rohrer, Waterfall; Shirley Albert, Leesburg, Va.; and Jackie Ramper, Harrisburg. Two brothers and one sister preceded him in death. Mr. Bivens was of the Protestant faith. He was a member of the Hustontown Area Volunteer Fire Company and Fire Police. He had worked in a furniture factory in Ohio. A veteran of the Korean Conflict, he served in the U.S. Army. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at the M.R. Brown Funeral Home, Hustontown, with Pastor Belvy C. White officiating. Interment will be made in the Wells Valley Methodist Cemetery, Wells Tannery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service on Thursday. Bernice Madelene Black, 87, of Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia, died at 2:15 a.m. Monday, March 20, 2000, at the retirement center. Born July 13, 1912, in Waterfall, she was the daughter of the late John and Flossie (Knepper) Shaw. She married Albert J. Black Oct. 10, 1934. He preceded her in death Nov. 24, 1985. One daughter, Mrs. Donald (Nancy) Stidfole of Lewistown, survives, along with two grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Two brothers, Harold Shaw of McConnellsburg, and Amos Shaw, Hustontown, also survive. Mrs. Black attended the Orbisonia United Methodist Church and was a homemaker. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 24, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with Pastor Rick Eminhizer officiating. Interment will be made in the Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg. Friends may call at the funeral home one hour prior to the service on Friday. Dr. Ronald L. Cherry, 68, of 1830 Mifflin St., Huntingdon, died Sunday, March 19,2000, at 10 p.m., at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. He had been in failing health for the past two months. Born Nov. 25, 1931, in Lewistown, he was the son of the late Charles J. and M. Margaret (Laird) Cherry. He was united in marriage to Elizabeth Ann Ellis Aug. 24, 1957, in Huntingdon. Dr. Calvert N. Ellis officiated at the wedding ceremony. Mrs. Cherry survives at home, along with two children: Charles C. Cherry, Chicago, Ill.; and Anne Elizabeth Rice, Greencastle. There are two grandchildren. Dr. Cherry was a member of the Stone Church of the Brethren, Huntingdon. A former president and trustee of the Huntingdon County Historical Society, Dr. Cherry also served on the board of Swigart Associates for 15 years, and retired in June 1999 from the board of Mutual Benefit Insurance Company after 16 years. He had also served on the board of the J.B. Kunz Company for 15 years. He had been a resident of Huntingdon County since 1958 and had lived at his current residence since 1962. A true central Pennsylvania native, all 16 of his great-great- grandparents resided within 50 miles of Tyrone. He enjoyed model railroading, genealogy and flower gardening. A memorial service will be held at the Stone Church of the Brethren Sunday, March 26, at 3 p.m., with the Rev. Dale W. Dowdy and the Rev. Christy L. Dowdy officiating. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family at the Logan Valley Cemetery, Bellwood. Friends will be received at the church following the memorial service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions in memory of Dr. Ronald L. Cherry be given to the Ron Cherry Scholarship Fund of Juniata College, c/o Development Office, Juniata College, 1700 Moore St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., Huntingdon. George F. Brown, 69, of Box 2045, Dudley, died Monday, March 20, 2000, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. His death was unexpected. Born March 19, 193 1, in Dudley, he was the son of the late Jacob Frederick and Cleo E. (Hess) Brown. He married Ollie Lockard April 9,1953, in Hagerstown, Md. Surviving are his wife and several nieces and nephews. One brother, Donald Vernon Brown, preceded him in death. Mr. Brown attended the Dudley Methodist Church as a child. He worked for the U.S. Forestry Department from 1972 until 1986. He graduated from the Saxton- Liberty High School in Saxton and in 1951 from God's Bible School and College in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was an avid coin collector and hunter. A brief service will be held at the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home, Broad Top, Thursday, March 23, at 8:30 p.m., with Pastor JoAnne Dugan officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. Thursday. Catherine M. Straley, 88, of Messiah Village, Mechanicsburg, died Tuesday, March 21, 2000, at Messiah Village. Born in Smithfield, Huntingdon, she was the daughter of the late William and Nora (Coffman) Herncane. She was the widow of Joseph M. Straley. Several nieces and nephews survive. Mrs. Straley was a member of the Church of God, Harrisburg. She retired from the former Telegraph Press of Harrisburg. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 24, in the Neill Funeral Home, 3401 Market St., Camp Hill. Interment will be made in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. Friends may call at the funeral home Friday from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Messiah Village Endowment Fund, 100 Mt. Allen Drive, Mechanicsburg, Pa. 17055. Robert "Bob" Winnick of Wilmington, N.C., died Sunday, March 19, 2000, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Born Sept. 17, 1915, in Orbisonia, he was the son of the late Robert and Mary (Flasher) Winnick. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Virginia Lee, in 1996. Two sons and two stepdaughters survive: William R. Winnick, Yspsilanti, Mich.; Richard D. Winnick, Beaver Island, Mich.; Mrs. Norman (Janice) Miller and Jean Lee Cherry, Wilmington, Del. There are one grandson and four step-grandchildren. Also surviving are the following siblings: Howard Winnick, Rockhill Furnace; Earl Winnick, Dunbridge, Ohio; Zelda Taylor, Ormond Beach, Fla.; Grace Leggin, Butler, Va.; and Hazel Winnick, Huntingdon. Two brothers, Leroy and Lloyd Winnick, preceded him in death. Mr. Winnick was a resident of the Hillhaven/Cypress Point Nursing Home for the past ten years. He was affectionately known as "The Mayor." He was president of the Resident's Council and served as the staff photographer and delivered the daily mail. He was an avid gardener and maintained a vegetable and flower garden to the enjoyment of the residents. Mr. Winnick was a retired painter and interior decorator. He was a life member of the BPO Elks No. 532. Graveside service will be held Thursday, March 23, at 3 p.m., at Oleander Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. this evening at the Andrew Mortuary, Market Street Chapel., Wilmington, N.C. Reginald A. Lundquest, 86, of 801 Liberty St., Saxton, formerly of Riddlesburg, died March 21, 2000, at 1:48 a.m., at the emergency room of J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. He died following an extended illness. Born Oct. 25, 1913, in Riddlesburg, he was the son of the late William A. and Minnie (Kitt) Lundquest. He married Ruth Andre Feb. 1, 1947, in Doylestown, Ohio. Mrs. Lundquest survives at home, along with two daughters: Sylvia J. Melius, Riddlesburg; and Shirley Ann Lucas, Shippensburg. There are three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Two grandchildren preceded him in death. Also surviving are two brothers and two sisters: James Lundquest, Everett; Jack Lundquest of Pahrump, Nev.; Mrs. Paul (Sylvia) Johnson, Mountain Lake Terrace, Wash.; and Mrs. Milford, (Joan) Swain, Doylestown, Ohio. One sister and five brothers preceded him in death: Dorothy Lundquest, Ned Lundquest, Nelson Lundquest, Willis Lundquest, Fred Lundquest and Warren Lundquest. Mr. Lundquest was of the Protestant faith. He was a member of the Huntingdon Moose Lodge No. 223, the Wanbick Tribe of Redmen, Everett, and the Six Mile Run Fire Police. He was employed by the Riddlesburg Furnace and Coke Ovens; was a coal miner; owned and operated a trucking company that hauled for Broad Top Township; and worked on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. He retired in 1970 as owner and operator of Riddlesburg Garage. In his spare time, he was a Maytag washer repairman until age 84, when his health deteriorated. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 23, at I p.m., at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with the Rev. Buddy Baird officiating. Interment will be made in the Hopewell Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral chapel Wednesday from 7 until 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Saxton Volunteer Fire Company or the charity of the donor's choice. Hazel E. Long, 92, formerly of 1115 Washington St., Huntingdon, died Monday, March 20, 2000, at 4 p.m., at the Valley View Retirement Community, Belleville. Born March 8, 1908, in Norris, Hill Valley, she was the daughter of the late Harrison F. and Emma C. (Atherton) Long. One daughter, Mrs. Lloyd (Mae L.) Brunner of Sebring, Fla., survives, along with two granddaughters and four great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers: Rufus Long, Huntingdon, R.D. 3; and Oscar Long, Shirleysburg. She was preceded in death by three brothers and a sister: James Long, Herbert Long, William Long and Myra Baker. Ms. Long was a member of the Ardenheim Church of the Brethren. She owned and operated her own beauty shop in Huntingdon from 1941 until her retirement in 1994. Prior to that, she had worked at the Huntingdon Throwing Mill and the William Neff Beauty Shop in Huntingdon. She attended the Zeth School of Commerce in Altoona and the Nelson Beauty Academy in Huntingdon. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be made in the Goodman Cemetery, Huntingdon, R.D. 3. Following Ms. Long's request, there will be no public visitation. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon. Annie Anderson, 80, of 34 Hollow Drive, Mount Union, died at 3:10 p.m. Tuesday, March 21, 2000, at the Ohesson Manor Nursing Home, Lewistown. She had been in failing health. Born Feb. 19, 1920, in Hawstone, Mifflin County, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Katie (Prokopief) Anderson. The following brothers and sisters survive: Nicholas Anderson, Harrisburg; John Anderson, Lewistown; and Mitch Anderson and Mary Anderson, both of Lucy Furnace, Mount Union. One sister and three brothers preceded her in death: Alice Anderson, Michael Anderson, Harry Anderson and Paul Anderson. Miss Anderson was baptized in the Orthodox faith. A 1937 graduate of the Mount Union High School, she retired in 1973 from L. Greif Brothers Manufacturing, Mount Union, after 35 years of service. She loved gardening and was especially fond of raising dahlias. A Panachida will be held at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, at the convenience of the family, with the Rev. Stephen Kundla officiating. Interment will be made in the Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg, R.D. 1. There will be no public viewing or visitation. Eugene W. Cypher, 100, of P.O. Box 162, Mill Creek, died at 3:40 a.m. Wednesday, March 22,2000, at the J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born Jan. 29, 1900, in Stonerstown, Huntingdon County, he was the son of the late William and Harriet (Fink) Cypher. He was united in marriage to Jennie Wiser Sept. 9, 1929, in Cumberland, Md. Mrs. Cypher survives at home, along with the following children: Mrs. Richard (Angeline) Isenberg Norristown; Violet Garman, Dean Cypher and Virgil Cypher, all of HCR 61, Mill Creek. There are 13 grandchildren, and a number of great-grandchildren and a great-great-granddaughter. Mr. Cypher was. preceded in death by a son, Calvin Cypher; a granddaughter, Kaydean Cerett; and his brother and sister, Edward Cypher and Violet Kieke; and his twin brother, Glenn Cypher. Mr. Cypher attended the Mount Union schools. As a young man, he worked at a boiler factory in Texas for a short while and later as a pipethreader in Cleveland, Ohio. At one time, he also worked on the construction of the Neu Bridge in Mount Union. in 1927, he began his employment with Harbison-Walker Refractories in Mount Union, working in the machine shop as a pattern maker for bricks. From 1931 until 1933, he worked in Lancaster in the construction of the Safe Harbor Dam, which still provides electric power. In 1933, he returned to Harbison- Walker, where he helped in the building process of the stone base for the old dinky bridge, and resumed his former job as a pattern maker. He continued his employment with Harbison-Walker until his retirement in 1963. Mr. Cypher was interested in baseball, playing third base for the Mount Union Baseball Team in 1927. He pitched the first ball at the Old Timers baseball game in Mill Creek 72 years later, July 17, 1999. For a number of years, Mr. Cypher also farmed. On his property, he enjoyed flower gardening and planting trees. He took a "Truman walk" around his property each day until this past year. He was of the Protestant faith. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, March 24, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with the Rev. George Buddy Baird officiating. Interment will be made in the Mountainview Cemetery, Mill Creek. Friends will be received at the funeral home this evening from 7 until 9 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service. Noel "Peck" Davis, 37, of 220 Starlight Dr., Rockwell, N.C., died Tuesday, March 21, 2000. Born Dec. 2, 1962, in Huntingdon, he was the son of Harry "Peck" and Shirley (Lehew) Davis. He was united in marriage to Susan Weir April 12, 1985, at the First United Methodist Church, Huntingdon. Along with his parents and wife, he is also survived by two children at home: Kourtney, 12, and Kyle, 9. Three brothers and one sister survives: Mitchell Davis, Indianapolis, Ind.; Chris Davis, J. Phil Davis and Leah Davis, all of Huntingdon. A 1980 graduate of the Huntingdon Area High School, Mr. Davis was self-employed in the floor covering business. A memorial service will be held Monday, March 27, at 6 p.m., at the McConnellstown Church of the Nazarene, formerly the Woodcock Elementary School, New Town Avenue, McConnellstown. A memorial service is also being held in North Carolina Friday evening, March 24. Friends may call at the McConnellstown Fire Hall following the memorial service Monday evening. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mr. Davis' wife and children to Leah Davis, c/o Unitas Bank, 501 Penn St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652. Lyle V. "Wimp" Pecht Sr., 62, of Huntingdon, R.R. 3, died Tuesday, March 21, 2000, at 8:45 p.m., in the emergency room of J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born June 22, 1937, in McVeytown, he was the son of the late George and Alice (Vaughan) Pecht. He married Darlene L. Ellenberger May 22, 1966, in the Mill Creek Methodist Church. The Rev. Beard officiated at the ceremony. Mrs. Pecht survives at home, along with the following children: Mrs. Kevin (Shirley) Beatty, Huntingdon; Mrs. Lester (Jody) McCartney, Mrs. Michael (Leslie) McDermott and Mrs. Kevin (Kristi) Stetchock, all of Huntingdon, R.R. 3. There are seven grandchildren. Two sons and a daughter, Randy L. Pecht, Lyle V. Pecht Jr. and Janice L. Pecht, preceded him in death. The last surviving member of his immediate family, Mr. Pecht was preceded in death by a sister, Edna Fortney. Mr. Pecht was of the Methodist faith. He was a member of the National Rifle Association. He retired in 1999 from the Huntingdon Area School District. Prior to that he worked for 17 years at North American Refractories in Mount Union. Mr. Pecht enjoyed hunting and auto racing, especially at the Hesston Speedway. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 24, at 2 p.m., at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with Joseph Barrett Jr. officiating. Interment will be made in the Huntingdon Memorial Gardens, Huntingdon, R.R. 1. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Thursday and from 9 a.m, until the hour of the service on Friday. Raymond F. Stapleton, 91, of 2019 Pinchot Rd., Saxton, died Tuesday, March 21, 2000, at 8 p.m., at the Altoona Hospital. He died following a brief illness. Born July 9, 1908, in Saxton, he was the son of the late Howard C. and Sara (Coy) Stapleton. He was united in marriage to Mary Wyles Sept. 29, 1928, in Cumberland, Md Mr. Stapleton is survived by his wife at home, and the following children: Charles Stapleton and Sara Miller, both of Saxton, R.D.; Samuel Ted Stapleton, Enola; Mrs. Gerald (Judy) Burket, Saxton, R.D. There are 16 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two siblings: Martha Nufranick, Saxton; and George Stapleton, Duncansville. Mr. Stapleton was preceded in death by three sons and a daughter, William, James, Robert and Dorothy; a grandson; and two brothers and two sisters, Earl, Walter and Helen Stapleton and Lillian Smith. He was a member of the Raven Run Church of the Brethren, where he served as deacon, treasurer and Sunday School teacher. He had perfect attendance for 54 years at his church. Mr. Stapleton was a coal miner and farmer for many years. He retired in 1971 from the Tussey Mountain School District where he worked as a custodian. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 24, at 2 p.m., at the Raven Run Church of the Brethren, with Pastor Dan Hammel officiating. Interment will be made in the Grandview Cemetery, Saxton, R.D. Friends may call at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, this evening from 7 until 9 p.m. and Friday from 1 p.m. until the hour of the service at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Raven Run Church of the Brethren, R.D. Saxton, Pa. 16678. Eugene C. MILLER, 93, formerly of Rockhill Furnace, died at 11:40 p.m. Wednesday, March 22, 2000, at the Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia. Born March 13, 1907, in Brownsville, Fayette County, he was the son of the late Clyde and Nancy (Detwiler) Miller. He never married. One brother, Clistis C. Miller of Middletqwn, Va., and a half-brother, Paul Booher of Orbisonia, survive. Seven half-brothers and one half-sister preceded him in death. Mr. Miller was a member of the Church of the Nazarene. He was employed by the Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad as a conductor and retired from the Shirley Home for the Aged, Shirleysburg, in 1985. A veteran of World War 11, Mr. Miller served in the U.S. Army in the European Theatre and was involved in the Normandy invasion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 25, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with the Rev. Darrell Nicklow officiating. Interment will be made in the IOOF Cemetery, Rockhill Furnace. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. and one hour prior to the service on Saturday. Agnes V. ULSH, 87, formerly of Orbisonia, more recently of State College, died at 5:30 a.m. Thursday, March 23, 2000, at Centre Community Hospital, State College. Born May 15, 1912, at Blairs Mills, she was a daughter of the late Dr. James M. and Lula Grace (Parsons) Fleming. She married Eugene W. "Andy" Ulsh May 8, 1937. Mr. Ulsh preceded her in death April 17, 1992. Surviving are two children: Karel J. Ulsh and Charles A. Ulsh, both of State College. There are two grand- children and a great-granddaughter. One sister, Edna Nickel of Loysville, survives. Two sons, James D. and Gene M.; a sister, Anabel Turbett; and a brother, James, preceded her in death. Mrs. Ulsh was a member of the Orbisonia United Methodist Church, where she belonged to the Gleaners Sunday School Class. Throughout the years, she had been active in various church functions. A graduate of the Orbisonia High School Class of 1930, she was also a graduate of the Thompson Business College in York. Along with being a homemaker, she was a Tupperware saleswoman in the 1950s and 1960s and had been a teacher's aide at Tuscarora Intermediate Unit in McVeytown. Mrs. Ulsh enjoyed music, cooking, baking and gardening. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 26, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with the Rev. Rick Eminhizer officiating. Interment will be made in the IOOF Cemetery, Rockhill Furnace. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. Saturday and from 10 a.m.. until the hour of the service on Sunday. Kendra Lynn McCLEARY, 2, of 210 Second Street, Belleville. died Wednesday. March 22. 2000 at her home. She was born Feb. 18. 1998. in Lewistown. She is survived by her parents, Terry McCleary of Carlisle and Deborah J. White of Belleville. She is also survived by her brother, Bryson E. Wilkinson of Belleville. her maternal grandmother, Gloria Immel of Huntingdon and,her maternal great-grandfather, Kenneth Cox of Kistler. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Sunday, March 26. at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home in Mount Union, with the Rev. Gordon Ross officiating. Interment will be made in the Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirelysburg, R.R. 1. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service. Robert G. LEAR Sr., 78, of R.R. 1, Box 270, Mount Union, died at 9:04 p.m., Thursday, March 23, 2000. at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. His death was unexpected. Born Feb. 5, 1922, in Hollidaysburg, he was the son of the late Herbert W. and Minnie Idella (Stiffler) Lear. He. married Betty. J. Manspeaker Feb. 16, 1942. His wife preceded him in death May 24, 1997. Mr. Lear is survived by four sons: Herbert W. Lear, Robert G. Lear, H. Jim Lear and Barry S. Lear, all of whom reside in Mount Union. He is also survived by a sister, Betty J. Hartman of Altoona. Eight grandchildren and four great- grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters: Clyde Lear, Pete Lear, Sheldon Lear, Beatrice Suckling and Marie Snoberger. Mr. Lear was of the Protestant faith. He retired from the Pennsylvania Glass Sand Corporation in Mapleton after 31 years of service. Prior to that, he worked 15 years for the Pennsylvania Railroad. He was a U.S. Navy veteran who served during World War 11 and was a member of the American Legion Post 107 in Mount Union and the VFW Post 5754, also in Mount Union. A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family on Monday, March 27, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home in Mount Union, with Pastor William Wo1lett officiating. There will be no viewing or visitation. Interment will be made in the Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg, R.R. 1. Memorial contributions may be made to the Home Nursing Agency, 900 Bryan Street, Huntingdon Pa., 16652. Albert S. TRAXLER, 69, of R.R. I Box IB, Hesston, died 10:05 a.m., Thursday, March 23, 2000, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital. Born Oct. 18, 1930, in Jackson Township, Huntingdon County, he was the son of the late Charles Henry and Ida (Hertzler) Traxler. He married Janet Miller, who preceded him in death in 1966. He then married Carol A. Shoemaker August 15, 1970, at the Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church with Rev. William Kauffman officiating. Mrs. Traxler survives at their home. Mr. Traxler is also survived by a son, Charles Traxler of Martinsburg, and a daughter, Kathy Diehl of McConnellstown. He is also survived by four sister: Elsie Forshey of Huntingdon, R.R. 2; Sarah Smith of Belleville; Nancy Brown of Belleville and Mary Lou Holland of Huntingdon, R.R. 3. Two grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Smith. Mr. Traxler was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Hesston. He was a member of the Marklesburg Volunteer Fire Company and worked on various farms in the Huntingdon County area. He also worked at Miller's Hardware Store in Huntingdon for a few years. A funeral service will be held Sunday, March 26, at 2 p.m., at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home in Huntingdon, with the Rev. H. Lloy Blattenberger and the Rev. James L. Blair officiating. Interment will be made in Greenlea Cemetery, McAlevys Fort. Friends may call at the funeral home,after 7 p.m. on Saturday and from 9 a.m. until the hour of the servicee on.Sunday In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Hesston, Pa. 16647, or to the Marklesburg Volunteer Fire Company, James Creek, Pa. 16657. James W. CHAMPION, 73, of 115 S. Water, Mill Hall, died Saturday, March 25, 2000, at Lock Haven Hospital. Born Nov. 30,1926, in Pontotoc, Miss., he was the son of the late John W. and Dona (Crossno) Champion. He married Pauline M. McManus Nov. 15,1955. Along with his wife, he is survived by three sons: T. Michael Champion and Stephen M. Champion, both of Mill Hall, and James D. Champion, Mississippi. There are three grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. Two of his wife's sisters survive at Petersburg, R.R. 1. Two brothers and two sisters also survive: Jeff D. Champion, Augusta, Ga.; J.W. Champion, Pontotoc, Miss.; Opal Gerheim, New Albany, Miss.; and Dorothy Holmes, Tupelo, Miss. Several nieces and nephews survive. Mr. Champion was a 1945 graduate of New Albany High School in Mississippi. He worked for Clinton Paper Co. for 25 years, retiring in 1982. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he served during World War 11 and during the Korean Conflict. He was also a member of the Mississippi National Guard, the Pennsylvania National Guard and a charter member of the Clinton County Search and Rescue Team. A member of the Manor Hill United Methodist Church, he enjoyed fishing, hunting and wood working. A memorial service will he held Tuesday, March 28, at 7 p.m., at the Donald G. Walker Funeral Home, Flemington. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Mooresville Cemetery, with the Rev. William Kauffman and Lay pastor Jeff Glenny officiating. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Manor Hill United Methodist Church, c/o Donald G. Walker Funeral Home, 231 High St., Flemington, Pa. 17745. Mary Ann O'HAGAN, 60, of 912 Spring St., Saxton, died Sunday, March 26, 2000, at her son's home, where she had been residing. Born July 30, 1939, in Manhattan, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Martha (Muir) McCloughlin. She was the wife of George O'Hagan, who preceded her in death May 29, 1996. The mother of two sons, she is survived by Brian O'Hagan of Mine Hill, N.J., and Robert O'Hagan of Saxton. There are two grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers, Thomas McCloughlin of Newton, N.J., and Richard McCloughlin, Hackensack, N.J. Mrs. O'Hagan was of the Catholic faith. She was a member of the Watson-Black Post No. 126 American Legion ladies auxiliary. As a young woman, Mary Ann worked for a prestigious accounting firm in Manhattan, later working for Sears, Inc., and for the last several years for the Coffee Shop in Saxton. Mrs. O'Hagan excelled at cross- word puzzles, enjoyed cooking for her family and bingo. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 29, at the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home, Broad Top, with Monsignor William Shultz officiating. Interment will be made in the IOOF Cemetery, Broad Top. Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday, from 7 until 9 p.m. Anna Margaret WEILER, 75, of 7611 Brookhaven Rd., Philadelphia, died at 2:55 a.m. Saturday, March 25, 2000, at Thomas Jefferson Hospital, Philadelphia. Born May 27, 1924 at Mooresville, she was the daughter of the late Rodger D. and Ada Blanche (Gibboney) Ewing. She married Ralph M. Weiler, who survives at Petersburg, R.D. 1. Four children survive: Leslie E. Weiler and LaDonna Weiler, both of Philadelphia; Terry L. Weiler, Huntingdon, R.D. 2, and Gale E. Weiler, Philadelphia. There are five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Two sisters, Mrs. Jack (Louise) White of Burbank, Calif., and Mrs. Guy (Elsie) Fleck, State College, survive. Mrs. Weiler was a member of the Ennisville United Methodist Church. She was a homemaker. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 29, at the Donald E. Baggus Funeral Home, Belleville, with Pastor Shirley Russell officiating. Interment will be made in the Mooresville Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 720 Mifflin St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652. Minerva B. MOSER, 83, of Deerfield Assisted Living Center, Tyrone, formerly of Altoona, R.D. 2, died Sunday, March 26, 2000, at the Altoona Hospital. Born Nov. 28, 1916, in Huntingdon, she was the daughter of the late John W. and Florence (Wise) Wolfe. She married John F. Moser July 1, 1936, in Hagerstown, Md. He preceded her in death July 17, 1991. She is survived by two daughters: Joyce Ann Lewis, Erie; and Carolyn Lee Bordell, Altoona. There are four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. One sister, Mary Bush of Huntingdon survives. Mrs. Moser was a member of St. Rose of Lima Church, Altoona. She belonged to the AARP and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees. A funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 29, at St. Rose of Lima. Committal will take place in the Calvary Cemetery. Friends will be received at The Stevens Mortuary, Altoona, Wednesday, from 7 until 9 p.m. A vigil for the deceased will be held at the mortuary Wednesday evening. Memorial contributions may be made to the Altoona Hospital Kidney Dialysis Unit or the American Heart Association. Henry A. PRETTI, 90, of 8116 Six Mile Run Road, Defiance, died Saturday, March 25, 2000, at 7:09 a.m., at his home. He died following an extended illness. Born July 26, 1909, in New Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Henry and Bona (Dernon) Pretti. He was united in marriage to Ovita Boyles Oct. 14, 1941, in Pulaskie, Va. She preceded him in death Oct. 15, 1987. One son, James T. Pretti of Somerset survives. Mr. Pretti was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was of the Catholic faith. He was employed by the Pennsylvania Drilling Company and owned and operated several service stations. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 29, at 10 a.m., at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with the Rev. Patrick Leahey officiating. Interment will be made in the Reformed Cemetery, Yellow Creek. Friends may call at the funeral chapel Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service. Gerald Edwin WILSON, 65, of Lahaina, Maui, died March 23, 2000, in Maui. Born in Huntingdon, he is survived by his mother, Myrtle Wilson of Huntingdon; wife Ruth Ann of Lahaina, Maui; one son and two daughters: Gerald Wilson of Hungry Horse, Mont.; Darlene Dorfi, State College; and Teresa (Earle) Kukahiko of Lahaina, Maui. There are eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Three brothers and three sisters also survive: Harvey Wilson, Harrisburg; James Wilson, Huntingdon; Barry Wilson, Lewisburg; Shirley Chapman, New Mexico; Joyce Parsons and Carol Weaverling, both of Pennsylvania. Mr. Wilson began his career as a corrections officer for the Department of Corrections in Pennsylvania. He retired as deputy warden for the state of Pennsylvania and then continued on with his career for 12 years as county warden for Centre County. Memorial services will be hold at the Presbyterian Church in McAlevys Fort at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Robert W. WILSON, 63, of P.O. Box 185, Mill Creek, died Sunday, March 26, 2000, at 11:48 a.m., at Bon Secours Holy Family Hospital, Altoona. His death was unexpected. Born Nov. 1, 1936, in Spring Run, he was the son of the late Ray W. and Alverta G. (Roddey) Wilson. He married Nancy Lee Crownover June 1, 1958, in Hershey. Mrs. Wilson survives at home, along with two sons: Michael L. Wilson, James Creek; and Roger L. Wilson, Mill Creek. There are three grandchildren. One brother, Kenneth L. Wilson of Huntingdon, survives. Mr. Wilson was employed by Penn Central Railroad and its successors, Conrail and Norfolk Southern Railroad for the past 18 years. He was a graduate of the Orbisonia High School. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 29, at 1 p.m., at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Raymond C. Crownover officiating. Interment will be made in the Huntingdon Memorial Gardens, Huntingdon, R.D. 1. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Tuesday and from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service on Wednesday. Lillian M. DROLSBAUGH, 86, of 820 Washington St., Huntingdon, died Monday, March 27, 2000, at 8:50 p.m., at the home of her daughter, Barbara Baker. Born Jan. 29, 1914, in Robertsdale, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Edna (Cowan) Foore. She married John R. Drolsbaugh June 1, 1933, in Huntingdon. He preceded her in death Oct. 19, 1998. Surviving are three children: Barbara Baker, Huntingdon, R.D. 1; Ronald Drolsbaugh, Eagle, Colo.; and Susan Norris, Huntingdon, R.D. 2. A granddaughter, Melissa Price of Huntingdon, was reared in her home. A number of grandchildren, ,great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews survive. The last surviving member of her immediate family, she was preceded in death by a sister and four brothers; Edna Pearl Foore, Harold Foore, Ralph M. Foore, Robert W. Foore and Frank W. Foore. Mrs. Drolsbaugh was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, Huntingdon. She was the treasurer of the Comrade Sunday School class; member of the United Methodist Women; served as social involvement coordinator and leader of the Naomi-Ruth Circle. While she was primarily a home maker, she also volunteered in nursing homes with the RSVP program and volunteered for, and was a member of, the Standing Stone Senior Citizens. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, sewing, cooking, gardening, reading, walking, puzzle books, children and babysitting for friends. She loved to keep active and enjoyed doing for others. Private funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. Thursday, March 30, at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Doyle H. Klinger Jr. officiating. Interment will be made in the Riverview Cemetery, Huntingdon. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 7 p.m. until the hour of the private service. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Fifth and Mifflin streets, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652; Huntingdon County Humane Society, R.R. 3, Box 218A, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652; American Cancer Society, Huntingdon Unit, R.D. 1, Box 33-D, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652; or the charity or organization of the donor's choice. E. Naomi FOX, 85, of 274 Fox St., Defiance, died Monday, March 27, 2000, at 2:56 p.m., in the emergency room of UPMC Bedford Memorial Hospital. Her death was unexpected. Born Nov. 14, 1914, in White Church, Six Mile Run, R.D., she was the daughter of the late Roy and Myrtle B. (Grove) Defibaugh. She married Marshall J. Fox Feb. 23, 1931, in Dudley. He preceded her in death Sept. 8, 1966. Surviving are the following children: Donna Dixon, Defiance; LeRoy Fox, Chesterton, Ind.; Franklin J. Fox, Todd, N.C.; Allen Fox, Blairsville; and Stephen Fox, Defiance. There are 26 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are the following siblings: Lee Defibaugh, Millville, N.J.; William Defibaugh, Baltimore, Md.; Donald Defibaugh, Tom's River, N.J.; and Helen McNanney, Tucson, Ariz. One son, F. Paul Fox; two brothers, Allen and Willard Defibaugh; and one grandson preceded her in death. Mrs. Fox was a member of the Six Mile Run Church of God and the Hopewell Area Senior Citizens. She retired in 1982 from house- keeping at the Bedford County Memorial Hospital, after 25 years of service. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 30, at 2 p.m., at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with the Rev. Stanley Cordell officiating. Interment will be made in the Ave Maria Cemetery, Dudley. Friends may call at the funeral chapel today from 7 until 9 p.m. and Thursday from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Six Mile Run Church of God. Maria T. SCHEPIS, 75, of Waterfall Road, Harrisonville, died at 2 p.m. Monday, March 27, 2000, at her home in Taylor Township, Fulton County. Born Sept. 20, 1924, in Vienna, Austria, she was the daughter of the late Johann and Theresia (Petz) Furnkranz. She was united in marriage to Anthony Schepis Dec. 24, 1952, in Salzburg, Austria. Mr. Schepis preceded her in death Nov. 12, 1997. Surviving are the following children: John Schepis, San Antonio, Texas; Linda M. Miller, Shirleysburg; Susan C. Hopkins, Latonia, Ky.; Anthony Schepis, Burlington, Ky.; Christina T. (Schepis) Parrish, Gaithersburg, Md.; and Michael A. Schepis, Hustontown. There are ten grandchildren and four great-great- grandchildren. One son, Peter Anthony, and a sister, Gertrude Winter, preceded her in death. Mrs. Schepis was a member of St. Stephen's Catholic Church, McConnellsburg. During her life she was a homemaker and in her earlier years worked as a nurse. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 30, at the M.R. Brown Funeral Home, Hustontown, with the Rev. David Becker officiating. Interment will be made in the Mt. Tabor Cemetery, Harrisonville, R.D. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service on Thursday. Leonard K. "Pete" FEGHT, 67, of Box 51, Breezewood, died Monday, March 27, 2000, at 6:30 p.m., at Warren Hospital, Phillipsburg, N.J. He died following an extended illness. Born March 31, 1932, in Breezewood, he was the son of the late Albert E. and Olive Feght. He married Betty Jane Mellott Oct. 18, 1952, in Cumberland, Md. She preceded him in death May 31, 1987. Surviving are the following children: Geraldine Kepler, Renovo; Terry Borger, Effort; Jodie Shedd, Phillipsburg, N.J.; and Eric L. Feight, Breezewood. There are seven grandchildren and one great-grand- daughter. Also surviving are several siblings: Reed Feight, Waterfall; Dale Feight, Effort; Arnold J. Feight, Everett; Donald Feight, Bedford; Robert Jim Feight, Sylvia Winck and Anna May Leidy, all of Breezewood. One sister, Loretta Umholtz, preceded him in death. Mr. Feight was of the Protestant faith. He was a member of the Breezewood Lions Club. He and his wife owned and operated Pete and Betty's Diner for 13 years in Breezewood. Mr. Feight was an excellent pie and apple dumpling baker and an avid hunter. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 31, at 2 p.m., at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with the Pastor Lee Ritchey officiating. Interment will be made in the Grandview Cemetery, Saxton, R.D. Friends may call at the funeral home Friday from 12:30 p.m. until the hour of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, 715 Church St., Saxton, Pa. 16678. Wilma Louise JOHNSON, 72, of 7849 North Valley Road, Wells Tannery, died at 1:30 a.m. Thursday, March 30, 2000, at her residence. Born March 29, 1928, in Wells Tannery, Fulton County, she was the daughter of the late Russell E. and Hazel Mae (Shaw) Swope. She married Harry K. "Fiddle" Johnson July 28, 1945. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughter, Nancy Home of Orlando, Fla.; and a son, Robert Johnson, Wells Tannery. There are three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. One grandson, one sister and one brother preceded her in death. Mrs. Johnson was a retired postmaster in Wells Tannery. She was a member of the Wells Valley Presbyterian Church, Wells Tannery, and the Eastern Star in Saxton. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m.. Saturday, April 1, at the Wells Valley Presbyterian Cemetery, Wells Tannery, with Pastor Neil Daetz officiating. At the family's request, there will be no flowers or visitation. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Howard L. Sipes Funeral Home, Inc., Harrisonville. Sarah D. McFARLAND, 83, a resident of The Oaks at Westminster Woods since August 1998, formerly of Oreland and 1412 1/2 Scott St., Huntingdon, died Thursday, March 30, 2000, at 9:45 a.m., at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born Nov. 11 1916, in Camden, N.J., she was the daughter of the late John J. and Lillian W. (Coles) Dougherty. She married James B. McFarland III, who preceded her in death Oct. 10, 1974. Two children, Mrs. Steven (Janice R.) Metzgar of Huntingdon, and James B. McFarland IV of Lansdale, survive. One granddaughter and one step-granddaughter survive. The last surviving member of her immediate family, she was preceded in death by one sister and two brothers. Mrs. McFarland was a member of the Huntingdon Presbyterian Church. She was a member of the Standing Stone Garden Club, Friends of the Library, volunteered at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital gift shop and was a long-time volunteer with the American Red Cross. During her life, she worked as registered nurse in the Abington Hospital, was a private duty nurse and was a campus nurse in charge of student health services at Penn State University, Abington Campus, formerly Ogontz Campus, from 1962 until her retirement in 1982. Mrs. McFarland was a graduate of Camden High School in Camden, N.J., and the Abington Hospital School of Nursing in 1938. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 29, at 2 p.m., at the Huntingdon Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Leslie R.F. Papp officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Huntingdon Presbyterian Church, 508 Mifflin St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652; or The Oaks, Westminster Woods, Westminster Drive, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652. Funeral arrangements are under the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon. Theo R. STOTT, 86, of Butler, formerly of Petersburg and Evans City, died Thursday, March 30, 2000, at Sunnyview Home, Butler. Born Dec. 4 1913, in Petersburg, she was the daughter of the late Sheridan and Nancy (Miles) Nale. Her husband, Fred A. Stott, preceded her in death Oct. 31, 1995. She is survived by two daughters and two sons: Mrs. Emmett (Edith) Denton, Clarksville, Tenn.; Sheila Slippey, Evans City; William A. Stott, Lewistown; and Edward S. Stott, Granville. There are 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Four sisters and three brothers preceded her in death. Mrs. Stott was formerly a member of the Petersburg Zion Lutheran Church, Petersburg. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 3, at 11 a.m., at the Cutright-Speck Funeral Home, Juniata Valley Chapel, 412 Main St., Alexandria, with the Rev. Elizabeth A. Hess officiating. Interment will be made in the Cedar Grove Cemetery, Petersburg. Friends will be received at the funeral home from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 7 until 9 p.m. Sunday, April 2. Helen D. HOUSE, 61, of Three Springs, R.D. 1, died at 9:15 p.m. Friday, March 31, 2000, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born Sept. 10, 1938, in Todd Township, Fulton County, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Edna (Jenkins) Souders. Surviving are her close companion, Frank Flasher, with whom she made her home, two sons and two daughters: Ronald E. House, McConnellsburg; Charles House and Barbara House, both of Greencastle; and Joane Atherton, Mercersburg. There are ten grandchildren, three step-granddaughters and two great-grandchildren. Two sisters and one brother also survive: Eva Stoner, Greencastle; Myrtle Seville, Chambersburg; and Joseph Souders, Dallas. One daughter, one great-granddaughter, one sister and five brothers preceded her in death. Mrs. House had attended several Assembly of God churches during her lifetime. She was a member of AMVETS, Chambersburg; American Legion Auxiliary-Post No. 561, and VFW Auxiliary Post No. 655, both of McConnellsburg. She was a homemaker. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 5, at the M.R. Brown Funeral Home, Hustontown, with Pastor Belvy White officiating. Interment will he made in the Hustontown Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 until 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 10:30 until 11 a.m. Wednesday. Ellis J. "Jack" MILLER, 68, of 1681 Saxton Rd., Saxton, died Friday, March 31, 2000, at his home, following an extended illness. Born Dec. 30, 1931, in Saxton, he was the son of the late Irvin and Elizabeth M. (Cleeves) Miller. He is survived by a friend, Shirley. Parks of Aliquippa; one brother, Harry Miller of Saxton; and a sister, Betty Barrett of Sebring, Fla. Two brothers, William Miller and Freddie Ray Miller, and two sisters, Suzanna Miller and Ruth King, preceded him in death. Mr. Miller was a member of the Stonerstown Church of the Brethren. He was a member of the Saxton American Legion Post No. 126; VFW Post No. 4129; and the Pipefitters Union. He was employed as a welder for 35 years, retiring in 1990. During the Korean Conflict, Mr. Miller served in the U.S. Army. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 4, at 1 p.m., at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor John Robinson officiating. Interment will be made in the Grandview Cemetery, Saxton, R.D. Full military honors will be accorded. Friends may call at the funeral chapel this evening from 7-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Saxton Volunteer Fire Company. Donna L. (BARD) WHITE, 61, of Ranch Avenue, Lebanon, died Friday, March 31, 200O, at 10:10 p.m., at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Lebanon. Born June 21, 1938, in Mount Union, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Dorothy (Chilcoate) Bard. Her husband, George 0. White, preceded her in death Jan. 26,1997. Two daughters and two sisters survive: Mrs. Nicholas (Sherry A.) Gardner Jr., Lebanon; Helen M. White, at home; George J. White, Lebanon and Raymond 0. White, Myerstown. There are two grandchildren. One brother, Paul Bard Jr. of Mount Union, and a sister, Karen Brandt of Florida, also survive. Mrs. White was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Renninger. She was of the United Methodist faith. Mrs. White was a former licensed practical nurse in the Lebanon Valley Brethren Home in Palmyra. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 4, at Christman's Funeral Home, Inc., Lebanon. Interment will be made in the Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, Lebanon. Friends may call at the funeral home this evening from 6 until 8 p.m.