Huntingdon Daily News Obituaries, November 2003

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Betty (Rodger) THOMPSON, 73, of 9 W. Chestnut St., Mt. Union, died at
10:05 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, 2003, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital,
Huntingdon. She has been in failing health. Born March 13, 1930, in Mt.
Union, the daughter of the late James and Connie (Newman) Rogers. She
was twice married, first, to Henry J. Easter; then to John E, Thompson
Nov. 24, 1967, at Mt. hope parsonage, Mt. Union, by the Rev. E.W,
Jarrett. She is survived by her husband; one son, Henry J. Easter Jr. of
Harrisburg; two daughters, Yvonne Friend and her husband, Raymond, of
Philadelphia, and La-Verna Fountain, and her husband, James, of
Harrisburg; four grandchildren, Andrew, Raymond, Jerome and Monica; four
stepgrandchildren, James, Rashann, Walter and Vern; and three
great-grandchildren. The following brothers and sisters survive; Barbara
Cherry, and her husband, Alfred, of Hempstead, N.Y.; La-Wanda Mae Brown
of Arlington, Va.; Ralph Rogers of Queen, N.Y.; James Rogers of
Harrisburg; and Allen Rogers, and his wife, Helen, of Mt. Union. She
also survived by a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, brothers-and
sister-in-law and friends. She was preceded in death by a son, Jerome
Easter; and grandson, Henry; and the following brothers and sisters;
Jane Madison, Bernice Sadler, Doris Love, Matril Chatman and Marjorie
Rogers. Mrs. Thompson was a member of Christian & Missionary Alliance
Church, Mt. Union, where she served as deaconess and choir member. She
was also a charter member and treasurer of the Mt. Hope Gospel Chorus
and a charter member and treasurer of the Huntingdon County Chorus. She
was a member of Eastern Star Memorial Chapter No. 58, Mt. Union; the
Daughters of Elks Pocahontas Temple, Mt. Union; and was a former
chaplain for the Elks. She was last employed by Servicemaster of
Altoona. Prior to that, she was employed by Head Start and for 12 years
at Elco, Huntingdon, eight years at L. Greif Bros. Manufacturing, Mt.
Union, and three years at Robin Footwear, Mt. Union. She will be
remembered for caring for the sick and shut-ins and someone who was a
confidante, friend and helper to anyone in need. Funeral services will
be held at 1 p,m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, at Christian & Missionary Alliance
Church, Mt. Union, with Pastor Steve Motter officiating. Interment will
be made in Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg, R.R. 1.

Anna E. OVERMEYER, 78, of Bent Tree Drive, Lancaster, died Saturday
morning Nov. 1, 2003, at Lancaster Regional Medical Center, Lancaster,
Following a two- month illness. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., she was the
daughter of the late George M. and Cora Huber Bissert. She was twice
married, first to Leo E. Smith, who preceded her in death in 1967; then
to Vincent E. Overmeyer who preceded her in death in 1999. She is
survived by two daughters. Doris A. (Bissert) Smith of Virginia Beach,
Va., and Eleanor "Ellie" M. Shirk, and her husband, Stephen R., of East
Petersburg; a son, Leo Robert Smith of Fort Lauderdale, Fla; three
stepdaughters, Lucille M. Keller, and her husband, Edward, of
Wrightsville, Patricia J. Overmeyer of Bethesda, Md., and Jean H.
Overmeyer, and her husband, Allen Schroering, of Perrysburg, Ohio. a
stepson, Robert Edward Overmeyer of Severn; five grandchildren; and two
great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Robert
Bissert, and sister, Ruth Segal. Mrs. Overmeyer was a member of St. Leo
the Great Catholic Church in Robertstown. She was a member of the St.
Leo Stitch Group, the Friendship Club and Rosebud Quilters of Mt. Union.
She was a former member of the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary of the
Columbia Council No. 2294. She was an avid quilter and enjoyed reading,
sewing and opera. A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 5, at St. Peter's Catholic Church, 121 S. Second St.,
Columbia, with the Rev. William J. Sullivan as celebrant. Committal will
be made in St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery, Columbia. 

Gary A. WHITESEL, 56, R.R. 5, Box 275, Tyrone, Tipton area, died
Saturday afternoon, Nov. 1, 2003, at Altoona Hospital. Born Feb. 27,
1947, in Altoona, he was the son of Dorothy I. (McClellan) Whitesel of
Tipton and the late Andrew C, Whitesel. He was united in marriage to
Cathy E. Briggs March 18, 1972, at Tipton United Methodist Church. He is
survived by his wife; a son, Nicholas A. Whitesel at home, and his
fiancee, Becky S. Crotsley, and her children, Joshua and Ashley Young;
His mother; and his Mother-in-law, Virginia Briggs. He is survived by a
sister, Cheryl L. Hinkle and her husband, Timothy C., and their son,
Andrew, all of Tipton; his extended family of brothers and
sisters-in-law; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by
his father Dec. 2, 1998. Mr. Whitesel was a member of the Tipton United
Methodist Church. He was a member of Communication Workers of America.
Mr. Whitesel was a veteran of the United States Air Force, having served
during the Vietnam Conflict. He was employed as a splicing technician at
Verizon Communication for the past 30 years. He enjoyed woodworking,
working on trucks. riding his motorcycle and the outdoors. Funeral
services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, at the Jon C. Russin
Funeral home, Bellwood, with the Rev. Robert Rupp officiating. Interment
will be made in Blair Memorial Park, Antis Twp., Blair County. 

Marie M. HARPER, 78, of 222 Hartzler Drive, Belleville, died at 6:25
p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2, 2003, at Valley View Haven, Belleville. Born Sept.
18, 1925, in Altoona, she was the daughter of the late Charles A. and
Margaret (Troutwein) McCall. She was united in marriage to William A.
"Bill" Harper July 22, 1957, in Pleasant Gap. She is survived by her
husband at home, and by several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in
death by a sister. Louise Guyer, in 1988. Mrs. Harper was a member of
Ennisville United Methodist Church for 64 years, She served as church
organist for 62 years. She was member of the TGIR Club and was a
volunteer for Meals on Wheels in Huntingdon for 12 years. Mrs. Harper
graduated from Stone Valley High School with the Class of 1942. She
retired in 1988 as head cook at Jackson-Miller Elementary School with 26
years of service. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov.
4, at Ennisville United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Joleen Willis
Officiating. Interment will be made in Mooresville Cemetery. 

Cloyd B. PADEN, 75, of Trella St., Belleville, died at 11:05 a.m. Sunday,
Nov. 2, 2003, at Lewistown Hospital, Lewistown. Born Oct. 17, 1928, in
Ickesburg, he was the son of the late Ralph M. and Agnes T. (Shearer)
Paden. He is survived by his companion, Bertha L. Dippery; a son, Rodney
Paden of Corona, Ariz.; and two sisters and one brother; Mrs. Theodore
(Jane) Couch of McAlevys Fort, Thomas G. Paden of Belleville and Mrs.
Albert (Barbara) Wilson of Belleville. He was preceded in death by a
brother, Ralph Paden, a sister, Mary Kreager, and an infant sister,
Donna Paden. Mr. Paden was a member of Evangelical Lutheran Church,
Reedsville. He was a member of Stroup-Alexander Veterans of Foreign Wars
Post No. 5935, Belleville; American Legion Milroy Post, McVeytown; Lodge
No. 376 F&AM; Tall Cedars of Lebanon, Juniata Valley Forest No. 88; and
Elks Lodge No. 1600, Boalsburg. Mr. Paden was a veteran of the United
States Army, having served during the Korean War. He was employed by New
Holland as a truck driver for 40 years, retiring in 1985. He also drove
for Boring Transport and Joe Peachey Sawmill and served as a taxi Driver
for area Amish. Private interment will be made in St. John Lutheran
Cemetery, Belleville. 

Sandra (Love) BARTOLA, 60, of 1202 wall St., Saxton, died Monday, Nov.
3, 2003, at Nason Hospital, Roaring Spring. Born Oct. 14, 1943, in
Robertsdale, she was the daughter of Naomi R. (Walters) Love of Conway,
S.C. and the late Harold E. Love. She was united in marriage to Philip
B, Bartola April 10, 1965. She is survived by her husband; mother; two
daughters, Kristi Martin of Cresson and Lisa Baer of Huntingdon; two
sons, Phillip Bartola II, and Ryan Bartola, both of Saxton, She is also
survived by four grandchildren; Brandt Baer, Braedon Baer, Noah Martin
and Hannah Martin. A sister, Barbara Love of Conway, S.C. survives. She
was preceded in death by her father and an infant brother, Tommy Love.
Mrs. Bartola was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Washington
Street Extension, Dudley. She was a 1961 graduate of Huntingdon Area
High School She was employed as a clerk at Bowser's Rexall Drugs,
Saxton. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 6,
at the Immaculate Conception Church, Dudley, with the Rev. Patrick
Leahey officiating. Committal will be made in Ave Marie Cemetery,
Dudley. 

Jenevieve E. "Jenny" SUDERS, 85, formerly of Allenport, Mt. Union, R.R.
1, went home to be with the Lord at 11:45 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 2003, at
Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia, where she had been residing. Born
Feb. 4, 1918, in Allenport, she was the daughter of the late Frank and
Gertrude (Rooher) Drake. She was united in marriage to Elmer Guy Suders
Dec. 24, 1936, in Hagerstown, Md. Mr. Suders preceded her in death Jan.
5, 1970. She is survived by one son, James Suders of Hesston; two
daughters, Gail Port of Mt. Union and Sonja Ambrosino of Allenport, Mt.
Union, R.R. 1; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and two
great-great-grandchildren. A sister, Martha Ross of McVeytown, R.R. 1,
and two brothers, Fern Drake of Lancaster and Earl Drake of HCR,
Orbisonia, survive. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Lawanda
White; a son, Earl Eugene Suder; a granddaughter; a great-granddaughter;
a brother, Roy Drake; and three sisters; Freda Krugh, Mary Alesi and
Hazel Ingram. Mrs. Suders was a member of Orbisonia Church of the
Brethren. She retired in 1982 from Owens-Corning Fiberglas, Huntingdon,
after 36 years of service. Mrs. Suders was a member of Orbisonia Church
of the Brethren. She retired in 1982 from Owens-Corning Fiberglas,
Huntingdon, after 36 years of service. Mrs. Suders enjoyed spending time
with her grandchildren and enjoyed cooking and baking. Funeral services
will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, at the Robert D. Heath
Funeral Home, Mt. Union, with the Rev. Stephen Motter officiating.
Interment will be made in Mt. Union Cemetery. 

Freda Ann (McClain) ROHER, 84, of Wadsworth, Ohio, formerly of Saltillo,
died Monday, Nov. 3, 2003. She was born Oct. 28, 1919, in Trough Creek,
the daughter of the late Miles R. and Freda (Senft) McClain, and was
reared by her grandparents, the late Boyer and Fannie Senft. She was
preceded in death by her husband of nearly 50 years, John E. "Buckie"
Roher. She is survived by a son, John Emory Roher, and his wife, Connie,
of Seville, Ohio; a daughter, Ann McClain Roher of Akron, Ohio; two
granddaughters; Chrystal Roher of Rittman and Melissa Maurer, and her
husband, Jeff, of Wadsworth, Ohio; and four great-grandchildren;
Christopher and Jason Young and Kristen and Justin Maurer. She is also
survived by a half-sister, Eileen Spotts, and her husband, Dave, of Pine
Grove Mills and a number of extended family members. Mrs. Roher was a
member of the First Baptist Church, Saltillo, where she was a member of
the Marry and Join Us Club and the Helping Hands Society, She was also a
member of First Christian Church, Wadsworth, Ohio, where she served many
years as secretary of the Martha Circle and as secretary and treasurer
for the Adult Bible Study Class. At First Christian Church, she played
piano weekly in the harmonist class and for various church programs.
Mrs. Roher was devoted to her family and loved music, a good sale, her
flower garden, hand-knit clothes and the color purple. She also adored
her Persian cat, Purples. A well-known citizen of Wadsworth, Ohio, she
had resided there since 1950. Funeral services will be held at 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 5, at the Gillman Funeral Home, Singleton and Martha
Everhard officiating. Interment will be made in Saltillo Cemetery. 

Helen Beatrice (Kemp) KELLER, known as "Nanny" and "Aunt Honey," 77, of
278 Standing Stone Ave., Huntingdon, died at 10:12 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4,
2003, at her residence. She had been in failing health for the past four
and one-half years. Born July 30, 1926, in Lewistown, she was the
daughter of the late Donald Francis and Sarah Elizabeth (Wilson) Kemp.
She was united in marriage to W. Francis Keller July 30, 1947, at St.
James Evangelical Lutheran Church, Huntingdon, by the Revs. Manges and
Sharp. She is survived by her husband of 56 years at home and one
daughter, Carolyn Ann Payne of Brookville. She is survived by four
grandchildren, Robert Anthony Payne, and his wife, Jennifer (Eberle), of
Alexandria; Melanie Ann Hawn, and her husband, John, of Petersburg;
Nicholas Antony Payne of Huntingdon; and Joshua Aaron Payne, and his
wife, Maria (Watts), of Petersburg, Nine great-grandchildren survive;
Kyle Andrew Payne, Colin Anthony Payne, Rachael Addison Payne, Lauren
Alizabeth Payne, Gretchen Annsley Payne, John Rober Hawn II, Ian Michael
Anthony Hawn, Evan Kristopher Hawn and Maelyn Cora Payne. One Sister,
Martha K. Hefright of Huntingdon, and one brother, William Kemp of
Lakemont, Altoona, survive, as well as several nieces and nephews. She
was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters; Francis W. Kemp,
Raymond Kemp, Dorothy Ann (Kemp) MacNamara and Grace (Kemp) Thompson.
Mrs. Keller was a member of St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church,
Huntingdon, where she was a former member of the church choir and
Lutheran Church Woman and was a former Luther League leader. She was a
former member of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Benevolent and Protective
Order of Elks, Lodge No. 976, Huntingdon. She attended Huntingdon public
schools and graduated from Huntingdon High School with the Class of
1946. She was primarily a homemaker, having previously worked as an
usher at the Clifton Theater, Huntingdon; as a buyer of J.C. Penney Co.;
as a clerk at Mister Donut, Huntingdon; and as a snack bar clerk/cashier
at J.C.Blair Memorial Hospital for seven years. She also served as a
majority clerk with the election board for first ward, Huntingdon. She
loved baby-sitting her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and greatly
enjoyed baking pies, cookies and whoopie pies and giving her baked goods
to family and friends, especially during the holidays. She also loved
flowers and enjoyed reading. She had resided at her Standing Stone
Avenue home since 1956. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday,
Nov. 7, at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, 417 Washington St.
Huntingdon, with the Rev. Dr. Peter J. Naschke officiating. Interment
will be made in Cassville Cemetery, Cassville. 

Jon David SMITH, 31, of 625 Sixth St., Huntingdon, died at 3:50 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2003, at his residence. Born Dec. 1, 1971, in
Huntingdon, he was the son of Donald Robert Smith of Alexandria and Mary
Ellen (Skipper) McCartney of Portage. He is survived by his parents; his
grandmother, Edna Mae Smith of Mt. Union; three sisters; Mrs. Karl
(Carmella) Vickroy of Portage, Mrs. Clay (Donna) Holland of Mill Creek
and Cheyenne Smith of Alexandria; and three brothers; James Smith, and
his wife, Trudy of Mapleton, Brian Smith, and his wife, Cindy, of
Huntingdon and Jason Bailey of State College. He is survived by his
companion, Sharon Sneath of Huntingdon, Two step-sons, Derrick and Cody
Brown of Huntingdon, and a number of nieces and nephews. He was preceded
in death by an infant brother, Donald Robert Smith Jr. Mr. Smith had
been employed by the J. E. Culbertson Co. of Mill Creek for a number of
years. He was a 1989 graduate of Mt. Union Area High School. He was a
lifetime resident of Huntingdon County and loved to fish in the Juniata
River. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 7, at the
Cutright-Speck Funeral Home, 207 Ridge Road, Smithfield Twp.,
Huntingdon, with Pastor Gary Bates officiating. Interment will be made
in the IOOF Cemetery, Mapleton. 

Janice DEEGAN, 68, of Texas, died Nov. 4, 2003, in Houston Texas. She
was born July 3, 1935, in Burnham, a daughter of the late William
Kenneth and Dorothy (Steininger) Hummel. She is survived by her husband
of 45 years, Dennis Deegan; and following children, Beth Markiewicz, and
her husband, Thomas, and their children, Kelly and Jennifer; Melissa
Crawford, and her husband, Jeffrey, and their children, Jessica and
Sarah; and Christopher Deegan, and his wife, Rebecca, and their
children, Lauren and Daniel; and numerous other family members and
friends. Mrs. Deegan was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. She
was a member of the Sugar Land Garden Club. She was a graduate of
Huntingdon High School and after choosing a nursing career over a
scholarship to Julliard School of Music, she attended Polyclinic Nursing
School. Mrs. Ceegan will be remembered as a loving wife, mother,
"Grammy," caregiver, gardener and entertainer, and for her love of
animals. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 7. at
Christ United Methodist Church, Sugar Land, Texas.

Elsie B. ISENBERG, a resident of the Oaks at Westminster Woods,
Huntingdon, and formerly of 808 Mifflin St., Huntingdon, died at 12:45
p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2003, at the Oaks. She had been in failing health
for the past year. She was born in Huntingdon, the daughter of the late
William F. and Annie (Huffman) Bowman. She was united in marriage to
Donald H. Isenberg who preceded her in death May 23, 1991. She is
survived by a nephew, David R. Elzey of Wilmington, Del., and one niece,
Mary Ann Corbin of Huntingdon. She is also survived by three
grandnieces; Cynthia Emhoff, Susan Andreas and Sister Patricia Corbin.
She was preceded in death by two sisters, Helen Elzey and Edith
Gallagher Mrs. Isenberg was of the Protestant faith. She attended
Huntingdon public schools and was a graduate of Huntingdon High School.
After 42 years of service with the J.C. Blair Co. and Western Tablet,
she retired from Mead Products in 1972. She enjoyed cooking, baking,
sewing and shopping. There will be no public viewing or visitation.
Graveside services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Nov., 7, at
Riverview Cemetery, 245 Standing Stone Ave., Huntingdon, with the Revs.
Dale W. and Christy L. Dowdy officiating. 

Elsie G. (Querry) KANN, 95, a resident of Huntingdon Manor, Warm Springs
Avenue, Huntingdon, since 1999, and formerly of 108 S. 11th St.,
Huntingdon, died at 5:51 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2003, at Huntingdon
Manor. Born May 26, 1908, in Saxton, she was the daughter of the late
Irvin M. and Susan Alice (Russell) Querry. She was twice married, first
to Howard L. Daubert Sr., who preceded her in death; then to Alfred
Nelson Kann July 18, 1949, in Baltimore, Md. Mr. Kann preceded her in
death May 28, 1972. She is survived by a daughter-in-law, Edna F.
Daubert of Saulsburg; three step-grandchildren; Nancy M. Rinehart of
Petersburg. R.R. 1, Gary Grove of McVeytown and Howard Grove of
Huntingdon, R.R, 2; eight great-step-grandchildren; and eight
great-great-step-grandchildren. Two sisters-in-law, Betty Querry of
Smithfield Twp., Huntingdon County, and Mae Querry of Huntingdon,
survive. She was preceded in death by a son, Howard L. Daubert Jr. Dec.
26, 1998, and two brothers, Charles M. Querry and William M. Querry.
Mrs. Kann was a member of Calvary Independent Baptist Church,
Huntingdon. She was a former member of Standing Stone Senior Citizens,
Huntingdon. She attended Huntingdon County public schools and worked for
a number of years at Strickler's Dairy as a soda fountain attendant.
Mrs. Kann enjoyed playing bingo. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 8, at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, 417 Washington St.,
Huntingdon, with the Rev. Mark R. Orton officiating. Interment will be
made in Riverview Cemetery, Huntingdon. 

Ray H. SHEAFFER, 62, of 328 Pinoak Drive, Franklin, died at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 6, 2003, at Jamison Hospital in New Castle. Born April
30, 1941, in Ickesburg, he was the son of Violet L. "Vi" ( Orris)
Sheaffer of Franklin and the late Lester E. Sheaffer. Be is survived by
a daughter, Kimberly Sheaffer of Pittsburgh; a special friend, Patsy L.
Brode of Zelinople; and two sisters, Donna F. Sheaffer of Franklin and
Mrs. Vincent (Rhonda A.) Trentini of Cocoa, Fla. Mr. Sheaffer was a
member of St. James Lutheran Church in Huntingdon. He was a member of
Hebron Lodge No. 575 F&AM, Consistry of Valley of New Castle; the
Retired State Police Association of Pennsylvania; and the Faternal Order
of Police. Mr. Sheaffer was a Vietnam Conflct veteran, having served in
the United States Navy. He retired in 1992 from 25 Years as a
Pennsylvania State Police Trooper. He owned a 1940 red Chevy street rod
and enjoyed going to local street rod shows. He also enjoyed golf.
Funeral services were held Nov. 11 in Franklin. Interment was made in
Franklin Cemetery.

Charles Edgar WHITTAKER, 91, formerly of Huntingdon, died Thursday, Nov.
6, 2003, in Denver, Colo., where he had been residing. Born March 29,
1912, in Huntingdon, he was the son of the late Edgar Bruce and Anna
(Huyette) Whittaker. he was united in marriage to Louise Strutzel. He is
survived by two daughters, Judith Elizabeth Hogsett of Denver, Colo.,
and Patricia Anne Walker of San Diego, Calif.; Two granddaughters.
Stacey Seaton of Denver, Colo. and Danae Hawbaker of San Diego, Calif.;
and one sister, Betty Coblentz of Pittsburgh. He is also survived by his
companion, Frances Quinn of Denver, Colo. He was preceded in death by
two brothers, Donald F. Whittaker and Robert B. Whittaker, both of whom
had resided in Huntingdon, and one sister, Catherine Whittaker. Mr.
Whittaker was a member of the Presbyterian Church in Huntingdon. For
many years he was involved in the activities of the Huntingdon Lions
Club. He formed the Huntingdon Horseman's Association and built the
first show ring. He and his daughter, Judy, attended many horse shows
and often returned with blue ribbons. He enjoyed reminiscing about the
narrow escapes with his horse, Irish Luck, during transportation on the
highways. He attended school in Smithfield and Huntingdon. His family
moved to Hartslog Valley in 1930 to old Andrew Neff home, built in 1862
by Mr. Whittaker's great-grandfather. As a young man he accompanied his
father, a contractor, to many job sites and helped install the tower
clock at Juniata College. He farmed for some years before forming
Whittaker Associates construction company with his brother, Robert.
Together, they built steel buildings throughout the state. In later
years, he lived in Denver, Colo., near his daughter, Judy, and her
husband, Frank. He made frequent trips to Huntingdon County to visit
friends and family his last being October 2003 for a party in his honor.
A memorial service will be held at a later date

May B. (Bonsell) GINGERICH, 75, a resident of Valley View Home, Altoona,
died Friday, Nov. 7, 2003, at Bon Secours Holy Family Hospital, Altoona.
Born July 11, 1928, in Thomastown, Snyder Twp. Blair County, she was the
daughter of Edward R. and Anna (Husak) Bonsell. She was united in
marriage to Robert L. Gingerich Jan, 5, 1951. Mr. Gingerich preceded her
in death May 12, 1990. She is survived by one son, Robert Kenneth
Gingerich of Williamsburg, and three brothers, Gerald E. Bonsell of
Tyrone, Milton E. Bonsell of Philadelphia and Richard H. Bonsell of
Louisville, Ky. She was preceded in death by a sister, Anna Jane, and a
brother, Edward O. Bonsell. Mrs. Gingerich was of the Lutheran faith.
She had been employed at various restaurants in the Tyrone area. Private
funeral services will be held at the convenience of Mrs. Gingerich's
family. Interment will be made in Mapleton. 

Dorothy Erma (Reigh) WHITE, 88, of R.R. 3, Box 329A, Huntingdon, died at
10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2003, at Huntingdon Manor, Huntingdon. She was
born March 9, 1915, at Williamsburg, R.R, 1, the daughter of the late
Cecil McKinley and Myra E. (Lower) Reigh. She was united in marriage to
Herman L. White Feb. 7, 1942, in Winchester, Va. She is survived by her
husband at home; two sons, Ned W. White of Huntingdon and James R. White
and his wife, Susan, of Julian; and one daughter, Jane (White) Croyle,
and her husband, Guy, of Petersburg. She is survived by six
grandchildren; Kimberley Halsey, and her husband, Michael; Michael
White, and his wife, LaTrenda; Rebecca Dammers, and her husband,
Richard; Benjamin White, and his wife, Allison; Katherine Croyle; and
Stephen Croyle, and his wife, Andrea; and six great-grandchildren. A
sister, Helen (Reigh) Reichardt of Shiner, Texas, survived. She was
preceded in death by a brother, Carl Blaine Reigh, and three sisters;
Ada (Reigh) Robeson, Eve (Reigh) Kinzer and Vala (Reigh) Tate. Mrs.
White was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Hollidaysburg.
She graduated from Williamsburg High School with the Class of 1932, and
from Altoona School of Commerce in 1934. She was employed by West
Virginia Pulp & Paper of Williamsburg during the 1940s. From 1967-1977,
she served as secretary of the First United Methodist Church,
Hollidaysburg. A memorial Service for family and friends will be held at
5:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Tiffany
Freeman officiating. A Fellowship meal will follow the services at the
church.

Morris L. "Mort" MILLER, 68, of 828 Washington Ave., Tyrone, died at
12:27 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2003, in the emergency room at Tyrone
Hospital. Born Sept. 15, 1935, in Ironsville, Tyrone, R.R. 4, he was the
son of the late George and Ethel (Lear) Miller. He was united in
marriage to Rita Molchan, Nov. 21, 1977, His wife preceded him in death
in 1983. He is survived by a son, Adam L. Miller, and his wife, Jenny,
of Mt. Union, and four grandchildren; Brendan, Aronley, Parker and
Karley, all at home. Three brothers and four sisters survive; Donald R.
Miller of Levittown. and Martin W. Miller, Daniel R. Miller, Georgette
Umholtz, Darlene Wertz, Lois Russell and Twila Bowser, all of Tyrone. He
was preceded in death by a sister, Ethel E. Frye. Mr. Miller was a
veteran of the United States Air Force, serving form 1954 to 1958. He
was stationed in the Phillipines. he had been employed as a locomotive
engineer for the Pennsylvania, Penn Central and Conrail railroads from
1960 until his retirement in 1999 after 39 years of service. A memorial
service will be held at 6 p.m. this evening, Monday, Nov. 10, at the
Richard H. Searer Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone. Interment will be made in
Buena Vista Cemetery, Brodheadsville. 

Jacqueline "Jackie" (Sherlock) WATSON, 75, of P.O. Box 35, Broad Top
City, died Saturday, Nov. 8, 2003, at Altoona Hospital, Altoona. Born
Oct. 21, 1928, in Coalmont, she was the daughter of the late Hazel
Kauffman. She was united in marriage July 32, 1948, to George Watson who
preceded her in death Aug. 24, 1981. She is survived by four daughters
and one son; Bonnie Watson and Robin Chadwick, both of Broad Top City,
Sue Hoover of Saxton, George Watson of Ebensburg and Lori Steward of
Broad Top City; 12 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Two
sisters survive; Hazel Leabhart of Dudley and Betty Luther of Pennknoll
Village, Everett. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Karen Ann
Watson, five brothers and one sister. Mrs. Watson was a member of Broad
Top City First Church of God, where she enjoyed being a member of the
church's Golden Girls Club. She was a graduate of Saxton-Liberty High
School. She was employed as a seamstress at the former Quality
Manufacturing. Saxton, and was previously employed at the former
Scampers Sewing Factory, Saxton. she also cleaned the church for a
number of years. Funeral services will be held at 2 P.m. Wednesday, Nov.
12, at the Broad Top City First Church of God, with Pastor Steve Oberman
officiating. Interment will be made in the Broad Top City IOOF Cemetery.

Patricia K. STONE, 44, of R.R. 2, Box 341C, Williamsburg, died Sunday
afternoon, Nov. 9, 2003, in Warriors Mark Township, Huntingdon County.
Born Dec. 25, 1958, in Roaring Spring, she was the daughter of Patricia
A. (Colbert) Stone of Williamsburg, R.R. 2, and the late F. Ralph Stone,
who preceded her in death June 7, 1994. She is survived by her mother;
two brothers, Robert F. Stone of Williamsburg, R.R.1, and Kenneth O.
Stone of Williamsburg, R.R.2, and two sisters, P. Jean Habinyak of
Martinsburg, R.R.2, and Judy A. Hamilton of Williamsburg, R.R.2. She was
preceded in death by a brother, William A. Stone, July 2, 1979. Ms.
Stone was a member of Fairview Church of the Brethren, Williamsburg,
R.R.2. She graduated from Williamsburg High School with the Class of
1977. She was formerly employed as a packer of Westvaco, Williamsburg,
and previously worked as a cook at Louie's Coral Lounge, Williamsburg,
R.R.1, for 14 years. Ms. Stone enjoyed her pets, baking and spending
time with her family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11
a.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at Fairview Church of the Brethren, with Pastor
Eric J. Fether officiating. Interment will be made in Shellytown
Fairview Cemetery, Williamsburg, R.R.2. 

June M. STRINGER, 83, of 2055 Adams Ave., Tyrone died at 10 a.m. Sunday,
Nov. 9, 2003, at her residence. Born June 16, 1920, in Huntingdon, she
was the daughter of the late Harry E. and Nellie (Trimble) Johnston. She
was united in marriage to Ray E, Stringer May 15, 1937, in Tyrone. Mr.
Stringer preceded her in death Oct. 23, 1960. She is survived by one
daughter, Barbara Collier, and her husband, William, of Havre De Grace,
Md.; one granddaughter, Rachel Collier of Havre De Grace, Md.; Five
grandsons; Donald E. Stringer Jr., Ray E. Stringer II and William E.
Stringer, all of Tyrone, Timothy A, Stringer of Julian and Richard C.
Stringer of Hollidaysburg; and seven great-grandchildren. She was
preceded in death by one son, Donald E. Stringer Sr. Mrs. Stringer was
the last surviving member of her immediate family, being preceded in
death by three sisters, Kathryn Hamer, Bettilou Johnston and Dorothy
Turnbaugh, and two brothers. Charles Johnston and the Rev. Harry E.
Johnston Jr. Mrs. Stringer was a member of Christ United Methodist
Church. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post No. 4559;
American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post No. 281; and the Seniority Club at
Tyrone Hospital. She retired from Chicago Rivet & Machine Co. in 1983
after 31 years of service. Private services will be held at the
convenience of Mrs. Stringer's family. Interment will be made in
Franklinville Cemetery. 

Kenneth Winston JACKSON Jr., 31, of Newark, Del. originally of Mt.
Union, passed away Sunday, Nov, 9, 2003, in Morgantown, W.Va., on his
way to work. He was the son of Veronica (Green) Jackson and the late
Kenneth Jackson Sr. He is survived by his wife, Melinda San Diago; one
daughter, Cherrelle; and three sons, Devante, Kenneth III and Khalit.
Two sisters, Shannon E. (Jackson) Smith and Heidi J. Jackson, both of
Newark, Del., and a host of family and friends, including those in the
Mt. Union area, survive. He was employed in the environmental technology
field and traveled a lot through his work. Mr. Jackson will be
remembered by those who knew him as a hardworking man. Funeral services
will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at Grace Camp Fellowship
Missionary Church, Wilmington, Del. Interment will be made in Silver
Brax Cemetery. 

Evelyn E. PARSON, 88, formerly of Route 1, Blairs Mills, died at 12:35
am. Monday, Nov. 10, 2003, at Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia.
Born May 7, 1915, at Clarinda, Iowa, she was the daughter of the late
Bruce and Catherine (Kirk) Burd. She was united in marriage to Russell
C. Parson Nov. 25, 1933. Mr. Parson preceded her in death Jan. 15, 2001.
She is survived by one daughter, Catherine F. Wyant of Thorntown, Md.;
one son, Carl W. Parson of Honey Grove; six grandchildren; 12
great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Four sisters
survive; Helen Houpt of Chambersburg, Maxine Baker of Carlisle, Mary
Hoover of Hopewell and Leona Butts of Fort Loudon. She was preceded in
death by a daughter, Ruth Towsey, one brother and one sister. Mrs.
Parson was a member of the Nossville United Methodist Church, Blairs
Mills, R.R., where she was a member of the church's Ladies Aid Society.
She was employed by L. Greif Bros. Manufacturing, Mount Union, for 32
years. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, at
the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with the Rev. Virginia
Eminhizer officiating. Interment will be made in Nossville Cemetery,
Blairs Mills, R R.

Thomas S. "Tom" CONLEY, 64, of York, died Monday, Nov. 10, 2003, at York
Hospital. He was born May 14, 1939, in Dudley, the son of the late
Charles S. and Mary (Trohanowsky) Conley. He was united in marriage to
Judy E. Wilkins, to whom he was wed 39 years. He is survived by his
wife; one son, Thomme "Tom" Conley, and his wife, Kathy: Two daughters,
Tammy E. Harrison, and her husband, Brian K., and Tisha D. Prestopine,
and her husband, Angelo Jr.; and nine grandchildren. Mr. Conley was a
member of Christ Chapel Church in Red Lion. He was a 1957 graduate of
Saxton-Liberty High School and was a veteran of the United States Army.
He was a welder and worked for York International. Mr. Conley sang and
played the guitar with various bands in York and surrounding areas.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at Olewiler &
Heffner Funeral Home Inc., 35 Gotham Place, Red Lion, with Pastor Robert
Larkin and the Rev. Jeffrey Barkdoll officiating. 

Dean R. "Buckwheat" AYERS, 74, of 209 W. Julian St., Martinsburg, died
Monday morning, Nov. 10, 2003, at his residence. He had been in failing
health for the past four years. Born July 25, 1929, in Henrietta,
Martinsburg, RR. 1, he was the son of the late Dean and Mary Elizabeth
(Riley) Ayers. He was united in marriage to Marian E. 'Tiny" Whitfield,
Saxton area native, Jan. 21, 1961, at the Woodbury parsonage by the Rev.
John Witmer. He is survived by his wife; a brother, George Ayers, of
Martinsburg; and two sisters, June Bassler of Roaring Spring and Lydia
Leidy of Martinsburg, R.R. 1. He was preceded in death by six brothers:
Elwood, Glenn, Donald, Robert, Richard and, in infancy, Gerald; and two
sisters: Mildred Homer and Metda Rose "Pose" Johnson. Mr. Ayers was a
member of Mount Pleasant United Church of Christ, Martinsburg, R.R. 1.
He was a 1947 graduate of Morrisons Cove High School, rural Martinsburg.
He retired as a paper roller operator from both Blank Book and Spring
Cove Container companies, Roaring Spring, in 1991 after 41 years of
service. Mr. Ayers enjoyed umpiring and playing fast-pitch softball. He
also enjoyed playing cards and watching Atlanta Braves baseball on TV.
He was an avid hunter and trapper and enjoyed spending time with his
numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m.
Thursday at the John C. Bolger Funeral Home Inc., Martinsburg, with
Pastor Dorothy L. Steele officiating. Interment will be made in Mount
Pleasant Church Cemetery, Martinsburg, R.R. 1. 

Pauline E. MARCOCCI, 85, a resident of Woodland Retirement Center,
Orbisonia, formerly of Robertsdale, died at 2:55 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11,
2003, at Woodland. Born March 1, 1918, in Robertsdale, she was the
daughter of the late Loreto and Carmina (Altobelli) Marcocci. She is
survived by three sisters and one brother; Ann Marcocci of Robertsdale,
Norman Marcocci of Clark, N.J., Adeline Ledet and Nell Geoghegan, Both
of Linden, N.J. Ms. Marcocci was of the Catholic faith. A funeral Mass
will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at Immaculate Conception
Church in Dudley, with the Rev, Patrick Leahey officiating. Interment
will be made in Ave Marie Cemetery, Dudley. 

Henrietta (Peoples) HAWN, 81, of R.R. 2, Box 284, Huntingdon, Miller
Twp. died unexpectedly at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11. 2003, at her
residence. She was born Aug. 19, 1922, in Aliquippa, the daughter of the
late John R. Sr. and Hazel Ada (Hall) Peoples. She was united in
marriage to John Richard Hawn March 9, 1951, in Belleville by the Rev.
C.O. Anderson. Mr. Hawn preceded her in death Feb. 2, 2003. She is
survived by two daughters, Sharon D. Hawn and Dian E. Lewis, both of
Miller Twp., Huntingdon County; and two grandchildren, Beth A. Lewis of
Cogan Station and Gary A. Lewis of Miller Twp., Huntingdon. She is
survived by four sisters; Gertrude Gibboney of Ennisville; June Rudy of
McAlevys Fort; Phyllis Dixon of Jackson Twp., Petersburg; and Helen
Wilson of Germanton, N.C. She was preceded in death by three brothers
and two sisters, John R. "Pete" Peoples Jr., Jane Dixon, Paul Peoples,
Ken Peoples and Emma Christensen. Mrs. Hawn was a member of Wesley
Chapel United Methodist Church, Miller Twp., where she served as a
former Sunday School teacher and helped host the Manor Hill United
Methodist Men's Picnic Table Project. She attended Jackson Twp. public
schools and graduated from the former Stone Valley High School with the
Class of 1941. Following graduation from high school, Mrs. Hawn was
employed by the J.C. Blair Co. of Huntingdon. She enjoyed gardening and
baking cookies. she also loved her cats and dogs. Mrs. Hawn had resided
at her Miller Twp. home for 52 years. Funeral services will be held at
11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, 2003, at the John B. Brown Funeral Home Inc.,
417 Washington St., Huntingdon, with the Rev. Joleen A. Willis
officiating. Interment will be made in Donation Cemetery, Oneida Twp.,
Huntingdon County. 

Ricky L. WALKER, 32, of Three Springs, R.R.1, died Tuesday afternoon,
Nov. 11, 2003, in Lorain County, Ohio, as the result of injuries
suffered in a construction accident. Born Oct. 6, 1971, at Huntingdon,
he was the son of the late Leo Walker, and Linda (Booher) Clark of
Baker"s Summit, who survives along with Mr. Walkers stepfather, Roy
Clark. In addition to his mother and stepfather, he is survived by his
companion, Tammy Sheeder, at home; one son, Dillon Leo Walker, at home;
one brother, Randy Walker of Baker's Summit; four step-sisters; Sharlene
Wood of Baker's Summit, Cindy Keith of Woodbury, Tangi Claar of Queen
and Chris Chesney of Baker's Summit. He is also survived by two nieces
and two nephews and a maternal grandmother, Anna Mae Wible of Baker's
Summit. He was preceded in death by a brother, Rodney Walker. Mr. Walker
was employed as a lineman by PAR Electrical Contracting Inc., Kansas
City, Mo. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Funeral services will be
held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, 2003, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral
Home, Orbisonia. Interment will be made at Old School Baptist Cemetery,
Three Springs, R.R. 

Emily M. HOOVER, 83, of 2 Grafton Road, P.O. Box 35, Hesston, died at
8:25 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2003, at Altoona Hospital, Altoona. Born
Nov. 30, 1919, in Altoona, she was the daughter of the late Edgar
Russell and Anna Caroline (Downing) Chilcote. She was united in marriage
to Warren J. Hoover Oct. 29, 1940, in Winchester, Va., by the Rev. Carl
Honeycutt. Mr. Hoover preceded her in death Jan. 9, 1997. Mrs. Hoover is
survived by two sons, Barry X. Hoover of Hesston and Jan C. Hoover of
Lansdale; one daughter, Jan C. Hoover of Lansdale; seven grandchildren;
and 12 great-grandchildren. She is survived by three sisters; Mrs. Harry
(Jane) Wicks of Daytona Beach, Fla., and Mrs. Joseph (Anna) Carrieri and
Mrs. Ronald (Linda) Ferguson, both of Altoona. She was preceded in death
by one son, Timothy W. Hoover; one great-granddaughter, Emily Sue
Donaldson; and one sister, Mary Louise Nagle. Mrs. Hoover was a member
of St. Paul's United Church of Christ in Hesston. She had held
memberships in the following organizations; League of U.S. Postmasters,
National Association of U.S. Postmasters, the Auxiliary to J.C. Blair
Memorial Hospital and the Standing Stone Senior Citizens. She served as
judge of elections in Penn Twp. for may years, when voting took place in
her living room. She was the first woman school director, representing
the Penn Twp./Woodcock Valley jointure. She also served on the operating
committee when the Huntingdon Area School District was formed and when
the current high school was built. She graduated from Altoona High
School with the Class of 1937. Mrs. Hoover was appointed leave
replacement as the Hesston Post Office June 1, 1944 and was made officer
in charge March 12, 1971. She received her commission as postmaster at
Hesston Aug. 14, 1971, and retired from that position Nov. 30, 1981.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at the Robert
E. Peters Funeral Home, 1106 Mifflin St., Huntingdon, with the Rev. H.
Lloy Blattenberger officiating. Interment will be made in Valley View
Cemetery, James Creek, R.R. 1. 

Georgia C. LEONARD, 72, of Orbisonia, died at 2:32 p.m. Tuesday, Nov.
11, 2003, at The Village at Morrison's Cove, Martinsburg. Born June 18,
1931, in Cromwell twp. Huntingdon County, she was the daughter of the
late Thomas and Jenny (Yetter) Leonard. She is survived by three
sisters, Mary Leonard of Orbisonia, Ruth Frye of Milheim and Billie
Minniar of San Diego, Calif.; and a number of nieces and nephews. She
was preceded in death by one brother, Bob Leonard, and four sisters,
Myrtle Ott, Edna Baker, Hazel Green and Wanda Butler. Miss Leonard was
employed for many years as a registered nurse at Methodist Hospital in
Philadelphia. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14,
at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with the Rev. Edwin
Seeley officiating. Interment will be made in Orbisonia Cemetery. 

Dale S. GOSHORN, 80, formerly of HCR 61, Blairs Mills, died at 1:10 a.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2003, at Woodland Retirement Center in Orbisonia.
Born Dec. 17, 1922, in Blairs Mills, he was the son of the late Oren and
Eunice (Vaughn) Goshorn. He was united in marriage to Pauline R. James
Jan. 17, 1948, in Williamsburg. He is survived by his wife at home; one
son, Kenneth D. Goshorn of Greencastle; two daughters, Karen E. Goshorn
and Lila J. Goshorn, both of HCR 61, Blairs Mills; Three grandchildren;
and four great-grandchildren. One sister, Martha Kauffman of HCR 61,
Blairs Mills, survives. He was preceded in death by a sister, Marcella
Parks. Mr. Goshorn was a member of the Richvale United Methodist Church,
Blairs Mills, R.R. He was a member of the Cromwell Lodge No. 572 F&AM,
Orbisonia and the Harrisburg Consistory and was a life member of the
Shade Gap Area Volunteer Fire Co. Mr. Goshorn retired from the
Pennsylvania Glass Sand Co. (now U.S. Silica) in Mapleton, after 25
years of service, Prior to that, he was employed by the Pennsylvania
Department of Highways, Tell Twp. and was also involved in logging.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at the Martin
R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with the Rev. Virginia Eminhizer
officiating. Interment will be made in Shade Valley Cemetery, Blairs
Mills, R.R. 

Mabel E. BRANDICK, 86, of 5774 Churchview Rd., Loysburg, formerly of
Wood and Saxton, died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2003, at the Loysburg home of
her son and daughter-in-law. Born June 20, 1917, in Wood, she was the
daughter of the late Benjamin and Elizabeth (Rouche) Jones. She was
united in marriage to John E. Brandick, who preceded her in death Aug.
9, 1999. She is survived by one son, Jack E. Brandick, and his wife,
Betsy J. (Greenawalt) of Loysburg, and six step-grandchildren. Two
sisters and one brother survive, Cora Zdrosky of Robertsdale, Glenn
Jones of Broad Top City, R.R., and Arlene Rogers of Saxton, R.R., as
well as a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a
stepson, Thomas G. Brandick; by three brothers; Marshall Jones, Frank
Jones and Clovis Jones; one sister, Elizabeth Jones; and a foster
sister, Esther Young. Mrs. Brandick was a member of
Robertsdale Church of God. She was a member of Hopewell Area Senior
Citizens, the Lady Farmers Association and the Disabled American
Veterans Auxiliary. She was formerly employed by the N.L. McClain store
in Robertsdale; the cannery in Martinsburg for a number of years; the
Cove Shoe Factory in Martinsburg; and the shoe factory in Wood. Mrs.
Brandick enjoyed collecting teddy bears, ceramic dolls and salt and
pepper shaker sets. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday,
Nov. 15, at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor Don
Simmons officiating. Interment will be made in the IOOF Cemetery, Broad
Top City. 

Catherine C. MOFFETT, 86, formerly of Fairview Road, McVeytown, R.R. 1,
and a resident of the William Penn Nursing Home in Lewistown for the
past 11 months, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2003. She
had been in failing health. Born Sept. 27, 1917, in Brooklyn, N.Y., she
was the daughter of the late Frank and Sophie (Jachowicz) Semla. She was
united in marriage to Gerald S. Moffett July 6, 1935, at St. Catherine's
Catholic Church, Mt. Union. Mr. Moffett preceded her in death March 20,
1991. She is survived by the following children; Robert Moffett, and his
wife, Helen, of Cape Coral, Fla.; Lorraine Moffett of McVeytown, R.R. 1;
Carol Shields, and her husband, Luther, Mt. Union, R.R. 1; and Gloria
Gearhart, and her husband, David; Rose Wolf, and her husband, Edward,
Geraldine Rhodes, and her husband, Roy; Betty Soller, and her husband,
Gerald R.; and Kim Sechrist, and her husband, Steve, all of McVeytown,
R.R. 1. She is survived by 14 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.
Two sisters, Mary S. Lubert and Rose Flagle, both of McVeytown, R.R. 1,
survive. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Linda Kay Moffett; a
son, Raymond Moffett; a great-grandson; two brothers, Stanley Semla and
Joseph Semla; and a sister, Helen Kruk. Mrs Moffett was a member of
Saint Catherine's Catholic Church, Mt. Union. She had worked at Viscose
in Lewistown, the Creitz Bologna Factory and Robin Footwear in Mt.
Union, retiring in 1881. She enjoyed gardening, canning and was an avid
Pittsburgh Pirates fan. A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday,
Nov. 15, at Saint Catherine's Catholic Church, with the Rev. Leo Arnone
officiating. Interment will be made in Saint Catherine's Catholic
Cemetery, Shirleysburg. 

Mike J. SCIALABBA, 73, of 162 Colonial Crest Drive, Lancaster, formerly
of Huntingdon and Sumter, S.C., died Thursday, Nov. 13, 2003, at
Lancaster Regional Medical Center after a long illness. Born in
Huntingdon, he was the son of the late Michael and Nardina (Capizzi)
Scialabba. Surviving are two daughters, Deborah S. Martin of Lancaster
and Susan S. Price, and her husband, Harry, of Chester, Va.; one son,
David Scialabba of Lancaster; and three grandchildren, Keely, Kiel and
Jordan. He is also survived by two sisters, Pauline (Scialabba) Mills of
Mt. Union and Patricia (Scialabba) Marshall of Bethlehem, and a brother,
Richard W. "Dick" Scialabba of Huntingdon. Mr. Scialabba attended St.
Leo the Great Catholic Church in Lancaster. He was a member of the
Huntingdon Rotary Club and a former member of the Huntingdon Area School
Board. He served as mayor of Huntingdon Borough from 1988 to 1992. Mr.
Scialabba graduated from Huntingdon High School in 1948 and attended
Juniata College. He was a member of the Pennsylvania National Guard and
served in Germany during the Korean War. He retired as personnel manager
at Elco Corp. in Huntingdon. He previously worked for 25 years at Huston
Motor Co. and at Prismo Safety Corp., both of Huntingdon. He received a
heart transplant at Hershey Medical Center and was the longest survivor
of a transplant from the hospital, living 18 years after the operation.
He moved to Lancaster from Sumter, S.C., in April to be closer to his
children. A memorial Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, at Most
Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Huntingdon, with the Rev. David Arseneault
as celebrant. Private commendation will be held at the convenience of
the family.

Mildred K. JOHNSON, 90, a resident of the Village at Morrisons Cove,
Martinsburg, formerly of Saxton and Wisconsin, died at 8:55 a.m.
Thursday, Nov. 13, 2003, at the Village at Morrisons Cove. Born Jan. 13,
1913, in Dry Lake, N.D., she was the daughter of the late William L. and
Emily (Goodwill) Kline. She was united in marriage to Elwood I. Johnson
March 4, 1943, in Minnesota. Mr. Johnson preceded her in death in
September 1983. She is survived by the following children; Gail
Aivazian, and her husband, Barkey, of Fresno, Calif.; Enid Miller, and
her husband, Alan, of Saxton, R,R,; Ariel Cheslak, and her husband,
Stanley, of Duluth, Minn.; and Gary Johnson of Hayward, Wis. She is also
survived by five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was the
last surviving member of her immediate family, having been preceded in
death by a sister, Mabel Weatherbe. Mrs. Johnson was a member of the
United Methodist Church in Chetek, Wis., and attended Raven Run Church
of the Brethren, Saxton, R.R. She was a member of the Broad Top Area
Senior Citizens. She was a high school graduate and a graduate of Normal
School where she obtained her teaching certificate. Mrs. Johnson worked
as a school teacher in Minnesota, as a bus driver in Wisconsin and as a
truck Dispatcher for a turkey farm in Wisconsin. Funeral services will
be held at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at the D. Ronald Long Funeral
Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor Dan Hammel officiating. 

Betty J. (Lynn) BUCKLEY, 65, of P.O. Box 2063, Dudley, died at 2:55 a.m.
Friday, Nov. 14, 2003, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon,
following a brief illness. Born July 26, 1938, in Puttstown, she was the
daughter of the late David F. and Margaret (Geier) Lynn. She was united
in marriage to Ernest "Muck" Buckley, Dec. 16, 1958, in Cumberland, Md.
She is survived by her husband at home; two sons, David C. Buckley and
Guy M. Buckley, both of Dudley; four daughters, Deborah A. Dick of
Martinsburg, Patricia A. Buckley of Hershey, Sandra L. Dick of Roaring
Spring and Tammy S. Duvall of Three Springs; a grandson, Barry L.
Fields, who was reared in the Buckley home, as well as 12 other
grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Three sisters survive; Mary
Watkins of Robertsdale, R.R., Patty Smith of Elizabethtown and Donna
Newberry of Haysi, Va. She was preceded in death by a half-brother,
William Robinson. Mrs. Buckley was of the Methodist faith. She was a
1957 graduate of Saxton-Liberty High School. She was primarily a
homemaker, but also worked at Don Tenley's gas station and store. She
was especially fond of her dog. Twiggy, and was an avid bingo player.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, at the Curtis
A. Heath Funeral Home, Broad Top City, with Pastor William Hughes
officiating. Interment will be made in Dudley Protestant Cemetery,
Dudley. 

Donna J. FORTNEY, 68, of 25 Walnut St., Mt. Union, died at 4:44 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 14, 2003, at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey.
Born Feb. 19, 1935, in Mapleton, she was the daughter of Madeline
(Ripple) Wakefield, a resident of Huntingdon Manor, Huntingdon, and the
late Miles Bowser. She was united in marriage to Robert C. "Humpy"
Fortney Sr. May 1, 1954, in McVeytown. She is survived by her husband at
home; one son, Robert C. Fortney Jr. of Newton Hamilton; one daughter,
Mrs. Kelvin (Roberta) Deavor of McVeytown; six grandchildren; Barbie
Lapp, Michael Claycomb, Aleshia Fortney, Robert C. Fortney III, Stanley
Deavor and April Deavor; and four great-grandchildren. Three sisters and
one brother survive; Charlotte Fletcher of Tyrone, Kenny Erb of
McVeytown, R.R., Patsy Mellott of Frackville and Kathleen Durbec of New
Cumberland. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Calvin Fortney, a
brother, Charles Erb and a stepbrother, Dale Wakefield. Mrs. Fortney was
a member of the Newton Hamilton United Methodist Church. She was a
member of the Newton-Wayne Volunteer Fire Co. Auxiliary. She was
primarily a homemaker, Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday,
Nov. 18, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mt. Union, with Pastor
Robert A. Brown Sr. officiating. Interment will be made in Newton
Hamilton Cemetery. 

Nicole Lynn (Sipes) MARSH, 29, of Great Cove Road, Fort Littleton, died
at 12:52 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, 2003, in Dublin Twp. Fulton County.
Born July 1, 1974, in McConnellsburg, She was the daughter of Larry
Sipes and Linda (Glunt) Sipes. He was united in Marriage to William B.
Marsh. She is survived by her husband of Chantilly, Va.; a son, Coleman
A. Marsh of Fort Littleton; her father and stepmother, Larry and Diane
Sipes of McConnellsburg; her mother and stepfather, William and Linda
Hann of Fort Littleton; paternal grandparents, Paul and Jenny Sipes of
McConnellsburg; and maternal grandparents, Richard and Alda Glunt of
Fort Littleton. She is also survived by a brother, Jamie Sipes of Fort
Littleton; two stepsisters, Tiffany Sowers of McConnellsburg and Tiffany
Hann of Sevierville, Tenn.; and one stepbrother, Billy Hann of
Waynesboro. Mrs. Marsh was of the Protestant faith. She attended
Hagerstown Junior College and was a certified EMT (emergercy medical
technician) in Pennsylvania and Maryland. A memorial service will be
held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, at the M.R. Brown Funeral Home,
Hustontown, with Pastor Debbie Strait officiating. 

Melvin J. YODER, 75, of 69 Grand St., Belleville, died at 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov, 15, 2003, at his home. Born Sept. 3, 1928, in Reedsville,
he was united in marriage to Betty L. Kauffman May 14, 1950. He is
survived by his wife; one son, Jeffrey D, Yoder, and his wife, June, of
Mapleton; one daughter, Luinda Grassmyer, and her husband, Michael, of
Belleville; five grandchildren; Fawne Yoder; Brittany Yoder; Kristen
Sharp, and her husband, Troy; Kaylee Jo Grassmyer; and Katrina
Grassmyer; and one great-grandson, Logan Michael Sharp. One brother and
two sisters survive; Earl Yoder, and his wife, Peggy, of Belleville;
Shirley Power, and her husband, Ralph, of Lewistown; and Darlis
Strawser, and her husband, Mervin, of McAlisterville. He was preceded in
death by a son, Rodney Lynn Yoder; a brother, Robert Yoder; and a
sister, Emma Glick. Mr. Yoder was a member of the Maple Grove Mennonite
Church, Belleville. He was employed by Abbotts Dairy in Belleville for
15 years and was a self-employed truck driver before driving for C.D.
Zimmerman. He loved bowling and watching Little League Baseball and
Softball. He was a Dale Earnhardt NASCAR fan. Funeral services will be
held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, at Maple Grove Mennonite Church, with
the Revs. Alan Kauffman and Erie Renno officiating. Interment will be
made in Locust Grove Cemetery.

Richard Marshall CASSATT, 58, of 18 W. 31st. St., Huntingdon, died
unexpectedly Saturday, Nov. 15, 2003, at Altoona Hospital, Altoona. He
was born Oct. 1, 1945, in Oneida Twp, Huntingdon County, the son of the
late William Wilbur and Susan (Super) Cassatt. He was united in marriage
to Anita Clare Duvall Sept. 23, 1964, in Winchester, Va. He is survived
by his wife at home; five sons; Richard M. Cassatt, and his wife, Sherri
(Booher), of Huntingdon; David M. Cassatt of Huntingdon; Christopher W.
Cassatt of Altoona; Sean P. Cassatt, and his wife, Julie (Norris), of
McConnellstown; and Joshua C. Cassatt, and his wife, Crystal (Stinson),
of Huntingdon; and eight grandchildren; Kylee, Destine, Ryan, Destyni,
Kaleb and Bryant Cassatt and Kristin and Corey Barger. Three brothers
and one sister also survive; and his companion, Maggie Leonard, of
Huntingdon Huntingdon; John David Cassatt, and his wife, Lelia, of
Southfield, Mich.; James M. Cassatt, and his wife, Joan (Smith), of
Huntingdon; and Coleen (Cassatt) Fyock, and her husband, John, of
Huntingdon. He was preceded in death by a sister, Susan (Cassatt)
Richardson. Mr. Cassatt was a member of Tuesday and Wednesday night
bowling leagues at Holiday Bowl, Huntingdon. He coached Pee Wee Football
during the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s and umpired PIAA, AAABA, and NCAA
baseball. He officiated at numerous high school, college, City League,
Teener League games. He attended Huntingdon public schools, graduating
from Huntingdon Area High School in 1963. Mr. Cassatt was employed in
the construction trades for his entire career. For the past seven years,
he was employed as a masonry supervisor for Operation Outward Reach,
serving the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. He was a avid sport
fan, particularly Huntingdon Area High School Bearcat football. He also
enjoyed vegetable gardening, hunting, fishing and all outdoor
activities. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20,
at the John B. Brown Funeral Home Inc., 417 Washington St., Huntingdon,
with the Rev. George C. Baird officiating. Interment will be made in
Huntingdon Memorial Gardens, Walker Twp., Huntingdon. 

Adaline I. EVERHART, 93, of Three Springs, died at 3:50 p.m. Saturday,
Nov. 15, 2003, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born Aug. 7,
1910, in Shirley Twp., Huntingdon County, she was the daughter of the
late George and Della (Price) Snyder. She was united in marriage to
Walter E. Everhart Sept. 1, 1929, in Three Springs. Mr. Everhart
preceded her in death Feb. 4, 1972. She is survived by a son, Jack
Everhart, and his wife, Ann, of Three Springs; one daughter, Audrey
House, and Her husband, James, of Three Springs; nine grandchildren; and
17 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one daughter,
Ethelda Zercher, three sons and two daughters in infancy and one brother
and three sisters. Mrs. Everhart was a member of Grace United Methodist
Church, Three Springs. During her life she was primarily a homemaker.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, at the
Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with the Rev. Dr. Kenneth
Grundon officiating. Interment will be made in Three Springs Cemetery. 

Lois M. MOIST, 87, of 820 Kistler Road, Mt. Union, died Sunday, Nov. 16,
2003, at her home following a long struggle with osteoporosis. Born June
27, 1916, in Cromwell Twp., Huntingdon County, she was the daughter of
the late Richard and Fannie (Gabert) Whitsel, She was twice married
first to Herbert L. Dubbs who preceded her in death Dec. 28, 1958; then
to Chester C. Moist April 13, 1963. Mr. Moist preceded her in death
April 22, 2003. She is survived by a daughter, Shirley L. McIntyre of
Midland, Mich.; a son, Duane Dubbs, and his wife, Sandi, of Huntingdon;
six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. The following brothers
and sisters survive; Lillian Appleby of Neelyton, Stanley Whitsel of
Three Springs, Bernice Reasoner of Fayetteville, Hays Whitsel of
Chambersburg, Ben Whitsel of Shirleysburg, Eleanor Rohrer of Harrisburg
and Ted Whitsel of Blue Knob. She was preceded in death by three
brothers. and two sisters; Donald Whitsel, Jacob Whitsel, Sherman
Whitsel, Mabel Brown and Violet Baker. Mrs. Moist was a member of Sugar
Run Church of the Brethren, Mt. Union, R.R., where she had been active
until her decline in health. She was retired, having been employed by L.
Greif Bros. Manufacturing Co., Mt. Union, and by Head Start. She enjoyed
spending time on her CB radio as "Country Girl." She also enjoyed
watching golf and watching both auto and horse racing. Funeral services
will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, at the Sugar Run Church of
the Brethren, Mt. Union, R.R., with the Rev. James Hillihen officiating.
Interment will be made in Germany Valley Cemetery, Shirleysburg, R.R. 

Frances Elizabeth MORNINGSTAR, 79, of 324 Colony Blvd., Lexington, Ky.,
and formerly of 1619 Washington St., Huntingdon, died at 10:44 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 17, 2003, at Samaritan Hospital, Lexington, Ky. Born Jan.
14, 1924, in Huntingdon, she was the daughter of the late James Guy and
Alice America (Wilson) Hall. She was united in marriage to Ralph Eugene
Morningstar March 24, 1943, at Reformed Church in Marklesburg. Mr.
Morningstar preceded her in death July 17, 1993. She is survived by a
daughter, Mrs. David (Grace E.) Miller of Lexington, Ky.; five
grandchildren; Mrs, John (Tamara) Bohmer of West Palm Beach, Fla.; Mrs.
Doug (Melinda) Kruger of Lexington, Ky.; Clay Morningstar of Kansas
City, Mo.; Mrs, Scott (Dawn) Reynolds of Villa Hills, Ky.; and Dana
Morningstar of Cincinnati, Ohio; and six great-grandchildren;Chad
Kruger, Benjamin Kruger, Regan Bohmer, John Bohmer, Olivia Bohmer and
Lara Reynolds. Two sisters, Florance Hall of Shirleysburg and Louise
Cook of Huntingdon, and a brother, Walter Hall of Alexandria, survive.
She was preceded in death by a son, Merle Eugene "Gene" Morningstar, and
a brother, Galen Hall. Mrs. Morningstar was of the Methodist faith. She
was primarily a homemaker. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 22, at Zion United Church of Christ, James Creek, with
the Rev. George C. "Buddy" Baird officiating. Interment will be made in
Reformed Cemetery, James Creek.

Richard T. CUNNINGHAM, 83, of 700 Eighth St., Saxton, died unexpectedly
at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, 2003, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital,
Huntingdon. Born March 7, 1920, in Robertsdale, he was the son of the
late Frank and Loretta (Brown) Cunningham. He was united in marriage to
Mary R. Reed May 28, 1943, at Raven Run Church of the Brethren, Saxton,
R.R. He is survived by his wife at home; two sons, Thomas Cunningham and
Stephen Cunningham, both of Saxton; Six grandchildren; 13
great-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; and two
great-great-granddaughters. A brother, Robert Cunningham of Saxton,
survives. Mr. Cunningham was a member of Raven Run Church of the
Brethren, Saxton, R.R. He was a graduate of Saxton-Liberty High School
and served with the United States Army during World War II. He retired
in 1979 from Penelec following 36 years of employment. Mr. Cunningham
enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching the Pittsburgh Pirates. Funeral
services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, at the D. Ronald Long
Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor Dan Hammel officiating. Interment
will be made in Grandview Cemetery, Saxton, R.R. 

Robert E. SHERICK, 83, of 584 Owl Bridge Road, Washington Borough, R.R.
1, died of natural causes Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2003, at his home. Born in
Lancaster, he was the son of the late John F. and Elizabeth (McEvoy)
Sherick. He is survived by his wife, Myrtle M. (Dell) Sherick, formerly
of Saltillo. He is also survived by a son, Robert L., and his wife
Sharon Strawser, of Manheim; a daughter, Shirley D., wife of N. David
Harnish, of Mapleton; five grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter. A
brother, Edward F., of Washington Borough, and two sisters. Nora Jackson
of Ormond Beach, Fla., and Jeanette Morrow of Lancaster, survive. He was
preceded in death by three brothers, John, Richard and James, and two
sisters, Pearl Sherick and Dorothy Henry. Mr. Sherick was of the
Protestant faith. He was a member of the Millersville VFW, Manor Post,
and had served as a U.S. Army staff sergeant during WWII. During the
war, he flew 35 missions as a tail gunner on a B-24 Liberator and earned
the Good Conduct Medal, the Air Medal and four Bronze Stars. He retired
in 1978 after 33 years as a mill operator for the former Hamilton Watch
Co. of Lancaster. Private services were held by the immediate family. 

Dorothy Marie (Williams) HARKLEROAD, 86, formerly of Mapleton, and a
resident of Woodland Retirement Center in Orbisonia since 1999, died at
12:22 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2003, at Woodland. She had been in failing
health. Born April 7, 1917, in Altoona, she was the daughter of the late
John and Anna Williams. She was united in marriage to Nathan H.
Harkleroad Sr. March 8, 1946, in Maryland. Mr. Harkleroad preceded her
in death Sept. 5, 1990. She is survived by the following children; John
Harkleroad and Blair Harkleroad, both of Mapleton; Glenn Harkleroad of
Mt. Union; Nathan Harkleroad Jr. of Mill Creek; Sharron Suter, and her
husband, Larry Sr., of Mt. Union; and Jean Price, and her husband,
Edward, of Huntingdon. She is also survived by 21 grandchildren, 34
great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A daughter, Patricia
Duguay, and a stillborn infant preceded her in death. She was the last
surviving member of her immediate family having been preceded in death
by two sisters. Mary Miller and Elizabeth Myers, and one brother,
Charles Williams. Mrs. Harkleroad was a member of Beech Run Church of
the Brethren, Mapleton, R.R. She has been employed at L. Greif Bros.
Manufacturing and Strickler's Restaurant, both of Mt. Union, for a
number of years. She was also a homemaker. Mrs. Harkleroad enjoyed
crocheting and collecting owls. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m.
Thursday, Nov. 20, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mt. Union, with
Pastor Connie Maclay officiating. Interment will be made in Haven Rest
Cemetery, Shirleysburg, R.R. 1. 

Elsie G. EDWARDS, 94, formerly of Robertsdale, died at 1:42 a.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2003, at Manor Care Nursing Home, Chambersburg. Born
Feb. 19, 1909, in Clay Twp., Huntingdon County, she was the daughter of
the late Harry and Amanda (Masemore) Grissinger. She was united in
marriage to Robert W. Edwards Dec. 6, 1930, in Huntingdon, by the Rev.
O.B. Poulson. Mr. Edwards preceded her in death March 31, 1975. She is
survived by one son, Stuart W. Edwards of Chambersburg, one daughter,
Mrs. John (Bernice) Shearer of Chambersburg; four grandchildren; and
seven great- grandchildren. A sister, Alma Whitsel of Mapleton, R.R.,
and a brother, Melvin Grissinger of Pine Grove Mills, survive. She was
preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters. Mrs. Edwards was of
the Protestant faith. During her life she was a homemaker and also
worked as a coal miner for two years with her husband. She loved
crocheting and especially flower gardening, always having many flowers
in her home and gardens. Graveside services will be held at 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2003, at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Robertsdale, R.R.,
with the Rev. Henry Theys officiating.

Kelly "Luke" SWOPE, 25, of 1 Cliff St., P.O. Box 151, Robertsdale, died
at 9:45 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2003. Born Feb. 8, 1978, in Huntingdon,
he was the son of Alice (Neuder) Swope of Robertsdale and the late
Martin Swope. He is survived by his mother; his grandmother, Anna Mosbey
of Robertsdale; a brother, Harold Swope, and his wife, Susan, of Broad
Top City; and a niece, Erika Swope of Broad Top City. Mr. Swope was
working toward his baptism with the Saxton Congregation of Jehovah's
Witnesses. He was a 1996 graduate of Tussey Mountain High School. He was
employed by JLG Industries and has also worked at R&R Vending, Sideling
Hill Plaza and Reese Telemarketing. During his life he enjoyed sports,
especially basketball, reading, drawing, music and movies. Funeral
services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, at the Curtis A.
Heath Funeral Home, Broad Top City, with Gary Peters officiating.
Interment will be made in the IOOF Cemetery, Broad Top City. 

Jesse Allen GETIC, 81, of Penn Twp., Hesston, died at 10:35 a.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2003, at The Oaks at Westminster Woods, Huntingdon. He
had been in failing health for the past several months. Born May 1,
1922, in Hopewell Twp., Huntingdon County, he was the son of the late
Michael and Annie (Savitts) Getic. He was united in marriage to Helen
Williams Feb. 14, 1946, at the parsonage of Pastor Monte Widner in West
Plains, Mo. He is survived by his wife at home; a daughter, Mrs. C.
Robert (Lois F.) Brenneman of Greencastle; a son, Roy A, Getic, and his
wife, Kathy, of Huntingdon; and a foster daughter, Mrs. Richard (Emma)
Wagner of Mt. Union. Seven grandchildren survive; Lori Stadler, Sherry
Spangler, Michael Brenneman, Derek Getic, Cortney Getic, Dawn Leonard
and Teresa Holland, as well as six great-grandchildren; Allison Stadler,
Kaitlin Stadler, Elizabeth Stadler, Brittany Spangler, Brady Spangler
and Landon Getic. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Iva Perrin
and Ruth Getic, and five brothers, John Getic, George Getic, Charles
Getic, Cloyd Getic and Walter Getic. Mr. Getic was a member of the James
Creek Church of the Brethren. He was a member of the Marklesburg
Volunteer Fire Co. He attended public schools in Hopewell Twp. He
enlisted in the United States Army at Fort Meade, Md., Sept. 26, 1942,
and was discharged at Fort Indiantown Gap Military Reserve Jan. 8, 1946.
He was a veteran of World War II, having served with the 78th Medical
Battalion in Rhineland, Ardennes and central Europe as a heavy truck
driver. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal,
European-African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with three Bronze Stars
and the World War II Medal. Mr. Getic has been employed by New
Enterprise Stone and Lime Co. for 37 and one-half years. He retired in
1984 as a supervisor at the former McConnellstown plant. He was an avid
outdoorsman who enjoyed both fishing and hunting. He also enjoyed
gardening and woodworking. A lifetime resident of Huntingdon County, he
had resided at his Penn Twp. home for the past 47 years. Funeral
services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 21, at the Cutright-Speck
Funeral Home, 207 Ridge Road, Smithfield Twp., Huntingdon, with Pastor
Wilbert E. Banks officiating. Interment will be made in Valley View
Cemetery (Brumbaugh Cemetery), Penn Twp. James Creek. 

Edith (Norris) STRAIT, 84, a resident of The Oaks at Westminster Woods,
360 Westminster Drive, Huntingdon, and formerly of Walker Twp.,
Huntingdon, R.R. 1, died at 2:45 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2003, at The
Oaks. She had been in failing health. Born Sept. 3, 1919, in Juniata
Twp., Huntingdon County, she was the daughter of the late Samuel L. and
Evelyn (Mark) Norris. She was united in marriage to Kenneth E. Strait
Sr. March 30, 1938, in Hagerstown, Md. Mr. Strait preceded her in death
March 20, 1994. She is survived by the following children; Mrs. Malvin
(Nancy) Rosevear Jr. of Huntingdon; Mrs. Dean (Donna) Parks of
Huntingdon; Mrs. Elwood (Barbara) Kyper of Huntingdon; Kenneth E. Strait
Jr. and his wife, JoAnn, of Kalispell, Mont.; Mrs. Carl (Shirley) Young
of Harrisburg; David M. Strait, and his wife Patricia, of Hesston;
Dennis N. Strait, and his wife, Janis, of Kalispell, Mont.; Gary S.
Strait, and his wife, Arlene, of Delevan, N.Y.; Randy N. Strait, and his
wife, Donna, of Huntingdon; and Roger D. Strait, and his domestic
partner, Kenneth Blank, of Lazy Lake, Fla. She is also survived by 25
grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
Five sisters and one brother survive; Esther Gill of Huntingdon; Lucille
Shope of Reedsville; S. Frank Norris of Huntingdon; Jane Davis of Camp
Hill; Helen Lang of Huntingdon; and Dorothy Wible of Spartansburg. She
was preceded in death by two grandsons; Three brothers; Fred Norris,
Robert Norris and Richard Norris, who died in his infancy; and sister,
Mary Appleby. Mrs. Strait was a member of Valley View Christian and
Missionary Alliance Church, Piney Ridge, Huntingdon, R.R. 3, where she
had formerly been a nursery attendant for many years. She attended
Huntingdon public schools and worked as a school bus driver for the
Huntingdon Area School District for several years. She later worked for
the Arrow Shirt Factory, Huntingdon, and retired as a clerk from Laney's
Feed Mill, Huntingdon. Mrs. Strait enjoyed gardening, bird watching,
embroidering and spending time with her family. Funeral services will be
held at 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, at Valley View Christian and Missionary
Alliance Church, Piney Ridge, Huntingdon, R.R. 3, with the Rev. Richard
J. Harter officiating. Interment will be made in Huntingdon Memorial
Gardens, Walker Twp., Huntingdon.

Frank N. HOWELL, 69, of 2915 Morning Hills Road, Huntingdon, died at
4:25 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, 2003, at his residence, He had been in
failing health for the past several months. Born May 20, 1934, in
Belleville, he was the son of Frank J. Howell of Belleville and the late
Mary H. (Haffley) Howell. He was twice married; first to Gladys Kurtz
June 4, 1955. She preceded him in death Sept. 17, 1970. On April 28,
1989, he was united in marriage to Cathy Wagner. He is survived by his
wife at home; one son, David N. Howell, and his wife, Cynthia, of
Spanish Fort, Ala.; and four daughters; Susan H. Lunsford, and her
husband, Brad, of St. College; Christa M. Neal of Huntingdon; Carrie D.
Rainey of Huntingdon; and Cathryn E. Rainey of Huntingdon. Five
grandchildren survive; Ryan Lunsford and Madison H. Lunsford, both of
St. College; Sarah G. Howell of Spanish Fort, Ala.; and Brianna C. Neal
and Kevin D. Neal, both of Huntingdon. He is survived by a sister, Mrs.
Wayne (Patricia A.) Fischer of Butler; a niece, Mary Jean Ernst; and a
nephew, Kirk W. Fischer. He was preceded in death by one son and one
daughter. Mr. Howell was a lifelong member of the St. James Evangelical
Lutheran Church, Huntingdon, where he was a former Sunday School
teacher. He was a charter member of the Huntingdon Jaycees; a
long-standing member of the Pennsylvania Trappers Association; served as
a Pennsylvania Game Commission Hunter-Trapper Education instructor; and
served on the board of directors of the Pennsylvania Federation of
Sportmans Hall of Fame Sept. 19, 1998. Mr. Howell attended Huntingdon
public schools and graduated from Huntingdon High School with the Class
of 1952. He attended Williamsport Technical Institute (presently known
as the Pennsylvania College of Technology) from 1952 until 1954 when he
graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering. He served in the
United States Naval Reserves aboard the USS New Jersey and the USS
Antietam. He worked for Strickler's Dairy and A&P Market, both of
Huntingdon. He was a draftsman at Prismo Safety Corp. in Huntingdon and
retired from Owens Corning Fiberglas Jan. 1, 1990, after 34 years as
fabrication dept. manager. Mr. Howell was an avid hunter and fisherman,
who enjoyed winemaking, woodworking and gardening. Funeral services will
be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24, at the St. James Evangelical
Lutheran Church, 525 Mifflin St., Huntingdon, with the Rev. Dr. Peter J.
Naschke officiating. Interment will be made in Riverview Cemetery,
Huntingdon. 

Lois Jean BEDNARIK, 73, of Dover Road, Boardman, Ohio, died early
Thursday morning, Nov. 20, 2003, at her home following a 15-month battle
with cancer. Born Aug. 29, 1930, in Huntingdon, she was the daughter of
Jacob and Golda B. (Duffy) Goss. She moved to Ohio in 1953 and on Feb.
8, 1958, she was united in marriage to John Bednarik. She is survived by
her husband of nearly 46 years; two sisters; June Goss of Mill Creek and
Audrey Flanigan of Huntingdon; two sisters-in-law, Joyce Goss of
Huntingdon and Lydia Lockhart of Poland, Ohio. She is also survived by
many nieces and great-nieces, nephews and great-nephews and a very
special niece, Erma Jean Lanzio. She was preceded in death by five
brothers; Frank, George, Charles, Don and Dick, and three sisters, Orma,
Margaret and Ann. Mrs. Bednarik was of the Methodist faith. She was
employed as a sales clerk at Savadow's in Huntingdon while in high
school. After graduating in June 1948, she was employed by Bell
Telephone in Hollidaysburg for six and one-half years. She was later
employed at the General Electric Lamp Plant in Youngstown, Ohio, as an
inspector for 35 years, retiring in Sept. 1988. Her hobbies included
crossword puzzles, gardening and especially bingo. She loved traveling
with her husband and spent nearly every winter in Florida after her
retirement. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov.
22, at the Vaschak-Kirila Funeral Home, Youngstown, Ohio. 

Ida Rae ROSENBERGER, 92, a resident of the Brethren Retirement
Community, Greenville, Ohio, died Thursday, Nov. 20, 2003. Born Nov. 26.
1910, in Mt. Pleasant, she was the daughter of Keturah Hays and Norman
Elmer Neiderhiser. She was united in marriage to Clarence H.
Rosenberger, who preceded her in death. She is survived by a daughter,
Joyce Rosenberger of Peoria, Ill.; two sons, Bryan Rosenberger of
Pittsburgh, and Bruce Rosenberger of Greenville, Ohio; five
grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Mrs. Rosenberger was a member
of Greenville church of the Brethren. She graduated from Juniata College
in 1934 and was certified by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to teach
English, French and mathematics. A secondary school teacher, she taught
at Hurst High School in Mt. Pleasant from 1934 to 1938. She coached
students in English at Juniata College from 1954 to 1956 and taught in
the Huntingdon school system from 1957 to 1969. She taught at Penn Manor
High School, Millersville, from 1970 until her retirement in 1973. While
residing in Huntingdon, her husband served as pastor of the Stone Church
of the Brethren. A service of rejoicing and memory. will be held at 2
p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, in the chapel at the Brethren Retirement
Community, 750 Chestnut St., Greenville, OH 45331. 

Warren J. ERWIN, 82, of Blacklog Valley, Orbisonia, died at 12:50 p.m.,
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2003, at his home, following an extended illness. He
was born Oct. 11, 1921, at Valley Point, Shirley Twp., the son of the
late Samuel and Ada Mary (Hochstetler) Erwin. Me married Martena Belle
(Gabert) Erwin, Aug. 7, 1940, in Hagerstown, Md. Mrs. Erwin preceded him
in death Feb. 27, 1985. Five Children survive; Paul Erwin, and his wife,
Marcia, of Shirleysburg, R.R.; Wanda Palmer of Virginia Beach, Va.; Dale
Erwin, and his wife, Sandy, of HCR 1, Calvin; Rosalene Booher, and her
husband, Philip, of Three Springs, R.R. 1; and Connie Smith, and her
husband, Philip, of Mt. Union. He is survived by 16 grandchildren, three
step-grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and six step-great
grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a grandson, two
great-grandsons, a sister, Ethel Fultz, a brother, Charles Erwin, and an
infant sister, Susan. During his life time, he worked for the
Pennsylvania Railroad and Wright Construction Co. He spent most of his
life farming, cutting paperwood and saw milling, while also employed for
25 years with East Broad Top Railroad, Orbisonia, where he retired in
1984. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, Nov. 23, at 1:30 pm. at
the Robert D. Heath Funeral home, Mt. Union, with the Rev. Robert W.
Detwiler officiating. Interment will be in the Gilliland Cemetery,
Blacklog Valley. 

Franklin E. "Snowball" BREON, 93, formerly of DeForrest Apts.,
Huntingdon, died at noon Friday, Nov. 21, 2003, at Huntingdon Manor,
Huntingdon, where he had resided since June 18, 2002. Born Oct. 15,
1910, in Petersburg, he was the son of the late James E. and Sarah
(Hazzard) Breon. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. He was
the last surviving member of his immediate family, having been preceded
in death by three sisters; Rosie Elizabeth Prough, Julia Linn and Emma
J. Brosick. Mr. Breon was a member of Emmanuel Bible Church, Huntingdon,
R.R. 4. During his life he had been employed as a security guard at the
Huntingdon Radiator Works; as a cook at the Penn Alto Hotel in Altoona;
and as a sawyer in the Trough Creek area. Private funeral services will
be held at the convenience of Mr. Breon's family, with Pastor Greg L.
Harven officiating. Interment will be made in Cedar Grove Cemetery,
Petersburg. 

James H. LONGENECKER, 79, of 229 Chilcote Hollow Road, Huntingdon, died
at 9:48 a.m. Friday, Nov. 21, 2003, in the emergency room at J.C.Blair
Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born June 25, 1924, in Petersburg, he was
the son of the late John and Hulda (Kurtz) Longenecker. He was united in
marriage to Dorothy M. Wilt, Sept. 30, 1950, at Stone Church of the
Brethren, Huntingdon, by the Rev. Kauffman. He is survived by his wife
at home; one daughter, Mr. Robert (Debra Longenecker) Garman of
Petersburg, R.R. 2; and one grandson, James Garman of Petersburg, R.R.
2. A sister, Sally Corcelius of Belleville, survives. He was preceded in
death by four brothers. John, Charles, Wendell and Eugene, and one
sister, Jane Walters. Mr. Longenecker attended Stone Church of the
Brethren in Huntingdon. He was a member of the BPOE Lodge No. 976.
Huntingdon; Alexandria American Legion; Shavers Creek Grange; the
Pennsylvania Trapper's Association; and the National Trapper's
Association. He attended Petersburg High School and graduated from
Juniata Valley high School. A United States Air Force veteran, he served
during World War II and received specialized training in Detroit, Mich.,
on radial engines and later served as a navigator on B-24's. He was
employed by Owens Corning Fiberglas in Huntingdon, retiring from quality
control in 1977 with 39 years of service. Mr. Longenecker was an avid
hunter and trapper and also enjoyed gardening. Funeral services will be
held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home,
Huntingdon, with the Revs. Dale and Christy Dowdy officiating. Interment
will be made in Huntingdon Memorial Gardens, Huntingdon, R.R.1. 

Thelma J. EVANS, 68, of Beverly Healthcare-Hillview, Altoona, formerly
of Royer, Williamsburg, R.R. 2, died Friday morning, Nov. 21, 2003, at
Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital, Altoona, following a brief illness.
Born Nov. 18, 1935, in Huntingdon, she was the daughter of the late
Walter E. and Myrtle E. (Layue) Haupt Locke. She was united in marriage
to Liwellyn C. Evans Dec. 28, 1956, in Martinsburg. Mr. Evans preceded
her in death Nov. 12, 1990. She is survived by two sons, Paul A. Evans
of Alexandria, Va., and Charles E. Evans of Hershey; three daughters,
Doreen M. Wenerick of Harrisburg, Constance J. Gillam of Altoona and
Lisa E. Bloom of Clappertown, Williamsburg, R.R. 2; 11 grandchildren;
eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. She is
also survived by two brothers, Charles W. Haupt and Glenn Haupt, both of
Huntingdon; a sister, Deloris Houck of Huntingdon; and several nieces
and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Lewis D. Haupt.
Mrs. Evans was affiliated with Royer United Methodist Church,
Williamsburg, R.R. 2. She attended Smithfield Twp. Schools, Huntingdon.
She retired as a packer from West-vaco, Williamsburg, in 1977 after 13
years of service. She also served as a waitress at the former Green's
Restaurant, Huntingdon. She was especially fond of cats. Funeral
services were held Sunday, Nov. 23, at the Bolger Funeral Home Inc.,
Williamsburg, with Pastor Richard L. Shildt officiating. Interment will
be made in Fairview Cemetery, Martinsburg. 

Donald J. MILLER, 69, of Juniata Twp., Huntingdon, died at 5:50 a.m.,
Friday, Nov. 21, 2003, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. He
had been in failing health for the past year. He was born Aug. 2, 1934,
in Hawestone, Mifflin County, the son of the late Vanaldo and Lillia
(Sayers) Miller. He was united in marriage to Georgia Williams
September, 2002, in Ocean City, Md. Mrs. Miller survives at their
Juniata Twp. residence. He is survived by one son, Doug Miller, and his
wife, Kelly, of Mapleton; two grandchildren, Natalie Miller of Mapleton
and Brandi Miller of Mt. Union; and two great-grandchildren, Kirstie
Miller and Brooke Shields both of Mt. Union. He is survived by one
brother, Richard Miller. A sister, Evelyn Anderson, preceded him in
death. Mr. Miller was of the Protestant faith. He was a 1952 graduate of
Captain Jack Joint High School in Mt. Union. He served from 1953-1956,
in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict, attaining
the rank of corporal. During his career, he was employed by Hershey
Foods, Hershey, for 30 years, retiring in 1993, at which time he moved
to the Raystown area. He enjoyed visiting Civil War Historical sites and
was a Civil War buff. He also enjoyed NASCAR Motorsports and was an avid
hunter and fisherman as well as a boater who enjoyed Raystown Lake.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Nov. 25, at 11:30 a.m. at the
John B. Brown Funeral Home, with the Rev. Dr. Peter J. Naschke
officiating. Interment will be made in Valley View Cemetery, Penn Twp.,
James Creek. 

Luella Jeannette (Carlson) DEMOISE, 95, of Penn Knoll Village, Everett,
and formerly of Colonial Courtyard in Bedford and Saxton and
Robertsdale, died Friday, Nov. 21, 2003, at PennKnoll Village. Born Jan.
15, 1908, in Mt. Iron, Minn., she was the daughter of the late Carl and
Christine (Eklund) Carlson. She was united in marriage to Robert M.
Demoise in Munising, Mich., March 18, 1927. He is preceded her in death
April 18, 1963. She is survived by daughters Margaret Belle Lawrence,
Middletown, Christine Ann Huff, Saxton; and Lois Jean, wife of James
Lynn of Saxton; and by 11 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and 16
great-great-grandchildren. A brother, Robert Carlson of Limestone,
Mich., and a sister, Lois Davis of Holland, Mich, survive, as do a
number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three
brothers and two sisters; Lawrence Carlson, Richard Carlson, William
Carlson, Betty Carlson and Pauline Burley. Mrs. Demoise was a member of
the Broad Top Church of the Nazarene for many years where she was a
Sunday School teacher and president of the Women's Missionary Society.
She attended the Saxton Brethren in Christ Church and the Saxton First
Church of God, teaching Sunday School at both. She was a member of the
Lebanon Valley Holiness Association. For several years she was a member
of the Little Valley Homemakers and also the Broad Top Senior Citizens.
She also enjoyed being with her children and grandchildren, reading her
Bible, Crocheting, sewing and crossword puzzles. Funeral services will
be held Monday, Nov. 24, at 11 a.m. at the Saxton First Church of God,
1018 Sixth St., Saxton, with Pastors Steve Oberman and James Lynn
officiating, Interment will be made in the Broad Top cemetery. 

Margaret (Fields) MASON, 91, of 491 Country Club Road, Mt. Union, died
Saturday, Nov. 22, 2003, at her home following a long illness. Born June
21, 1912, in Newton Hamilton, she was the daughter of the late Ralph B.
and Lyde (Gearhart) Fields. She was twice married. Her first husband,
Glenn H. Shaffer of Mt. Union, preceded her in death Sept. 27, 1944,
when he was killed in action in Germany while serving with the United
States Army Air Corps. She was united in marriage to Charles Robert
Mason March 22, 1951, at the First Methodist Church in Williamsport by
the Rev. Cecil Weimer. She is survived by her husband of 52 years at
home; a son, Captain William R. Mason, USN, of Fairfax, Va., and his
wife, Margaret; a granddaughter, Meghan; and a grandson, Michael. Mrs
Mason was a member of Presbyterian churches in both Mt. Union, and
Georgetown, Del., where she served as Sunday School teacher and choir
member. She was also a member of the Georgetown Order of Eastern Star.
She graduated from Mt. Union High School in 1929 and from Juniata
College in 1933. She furthered her education at Penn State University,
Western Maryland College and the University of Delaware. She taught
school for 40 years, serving at Newton Hamilton Elementary School,
Captain Jack High School in Mt. Union. Sussex Central Senior High School
in Georgetown, Del., and at Mt. Union Area High School. She taught a
variety of subjects, including Latin, English and social studies. Mrs.
Mason pursued many interests. Early in her life she played tennis and
golf; later, her interests included homemaking, caring for her flowers
and plants, serving, reading, caring for pets and concern for domestic
and international affairs. She was an avid sports fan. A private
memorial service is planned. 

John Robin WORKMAN, 61, formerly of Carmichaels and most recently of
Newton Hamilton, died at 8:32 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 23, 2003, at J.C. Blair
Memorial hospital, Huntingdon, following an extended illness. Born Nov.
26, 1941, in Everett, he was the son of the late Charles and Ruth
(Miller) Workman. He was united in marriage to Katherine Koast Aug. 19,
1962. Mrs. Workman preceded him in death June 19, 2001. He is survived
by one son, Robert Charles Workman, and his wife, Gina, of Oak Hill, W.
Va.; one daughter, Robin Kathleen Maines, and her husband, Robert, of
Mt. Union; and three grandchildren; Kolten Robert Workman, John Robert
Maines and Sara Katherine Maines. A brother and two sisters survive;
Jane Summers of Amesville, Ohio; Mrs. J. Ben (Peggy) Yoder of McVeytown;
and Daniel Workman of Morgantown,W. Va. He was preceded in death by a
brother, Charles Workman. Mr. Workman was a retired coal miner and
machinist. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26,
at the Townsend Funeral Home, 22 S. Main St., Masontown, with the Rev.
Nelson Roth officiating. Interment will be made in Jacob's Lutheran
Cemetery, Masontown.

Clifford F. "Mac" McELRATH Jr., 49, of R.R. 1, Box 295, Mapleton, died
unexpectedly at 8:44 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2003, at his home. Born
March 27, 1954, in McKees Rocks, he was the son of Clifford F. McElrath
Sr. of Pittsburgh and the late Helen (Stone) McElrath. He is survived by
two brothers and one sister: Doug McElrath, and his wife, Debbie, of
Baldwin; Nancy Babor, and her husband, Steve, of Norfolk, Va.; and
Edward McElrath of Pittsburgh; and four nieces and nephews. Mr. McElrath
was of the Methodist faith. He graduated from West Mifflin High School
in 1972 and from Penn State University in 1976 with a degree in
agricultural science education. He was in his 27th year of teaching at
Mt. Union Area High School as an agricultural science instructor. "Mr.
Mac," as he was known by his students, was a devoted educator in the
agricultural sciences. He served as adviser for the Captain Jack FFA
Chapter and as adviser for the Mt. Union Area High School Square Dance
Team. He was a member of the Pennsylvania Association of Agricultural
Education; the National Association of Agricultural Education; and the
Jack's Mountain Lions Club, where he was past treasurer and secretary.
He also was a member of the Southwest Regional Dairy Show Committee. He
served on the Huntingdon County Fair Board and on the Junior Livestock
Committee, in charge of the stockman contest, tractor drive and youth
exhibits in Johnson Hall, and helped with many livestock exhibits. A
devoted firefighter, Mr. McElrath was a life member of the Mapleton Fire
Co. and served the company as fire chief and treasurer for several
years. He was also a member of the Central District Firemen's
Association and helped coordinate the fire school trainings. Funeral
services will be held Saturday, Nov. 29, 2003, at the Jefferson Memorial
Funeral Home, 301 Curry Road, Pittsburgh. Interment will be made in
Jefferson Memorial Park, Pittsburgh. 

Robert A. DICK, 64, of Star Route, Huntingdon, died at 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2003, at his home in Union Twp., Huntingdon County.
Born Aug. 31, 1939, in Huntingdon, he was the son of the late Walter and
Nellie (Bennett) Dick. He was united in marriage to the former
Marguerite McCarty Nov. 30, 1963, in Huntingdon. He is survived by his
wife at home; four sons and one daughter; Dames Dick, Michael Dick and
Thomas Dick, all of Star route, Huntingdon; Joseph Dick of Shirleysburg;
and April Dick of Petersburg; and one granddaughter, Samantha Dick of
Petersburg. One sister, Eileen Brumbaugh of Alabama, and two brothers,
Walter Dick Jr. of McConnellstown and Earl Dick of Ohio, survive. He was
preceded in death by one sister, Maxine Swope. Mr. Dick was of the
Protestant faith. He was last employed as a security guard at Warnaco
Inc., Huntingdon. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov.
28, 2004, at the Robert I. McClain Funeral Home, Cassville. Interment
will be made in Cassville Cemetery. 

Marguerite E. WEAVER, 87, a resident of Homewood Retirement Center,
Martinsburg, and formerly of Saxton, died Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2003, at
the retirement center. Born Dec. 10, 1916, in Saxton, she was the
daughter of the late William C. and Mary E. (Boose) Weaver. She is
survived by a niece, Shelby (Weaver) Shoemaker, who was reared in Ms.
Weaver's home. Three brothers survive; Jack B. Weaver and Donald E.
Weaver, both of Saxton, and Preston G. Weaver of Bedford, R.R. She was
preceded in death by three brothers, Cloyd Weaver, Sheldon Weaver and
William Weaver Jr., and an infant sister. Ms. Weaver was a member of the
Saxton First Church of God, where she had perfect Sunday School
attendance for over 50 years. She was a member of the Chapter No. 161
Order of Eastern Star, Saxton. She had been employed by Dr. Charles
Barton as a dental assistant and secretary for many years. She also
worked at other local Saxton businesses. Funeral services will be held
11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at Saxton First Church of God with Pastor
Steve Oberman officiating. Interment will be made in Grandview Cemetery,
Saxton. 

Alma Marie (Brumbaugh) MILLER, 92, a resident of Homewood Retirement
Center since 1995, Martinsburg, and formerly of McConnellstown, died at
8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2003, at the retirement center. Born May 22,
1911, in Roaring Spring, she was the daughter of Jason and Jenny Mae
(Russell) Brumbaugh. She was united in marriage to Ernest U. Miller Sr.
June 3, 1937, at the Roaring Spring Church of the Brethren by the Rev.
Simon Peter Early. She was preceded in death by her husband July 31,
2002. She is survived by one son, Ernest U. Miller Jr., and his wife,
Ada, of Huntingdon, R.R. 1; one daughter, Linda M. Shultz, and her
husband, Don, of Alexandria, R.R.; and two granddaughters, Julie A.
Martin, and her husband, David, of Altoona, and Tricia M. Griffin, and
her husband, Dave, of Houston, Texas. She was preceded in death by a
sister, Freda Kiser, and twin brothers. Mrs. Miller was a member of the
Roaring Spring Church of the Brethren, the Riddlesburg Church of the
Brethren and , most recently, Trinity United Church of Christ in
McConnellstown. She was a 1929 graduate of Roaring Spring High School
and a 1930 graduate of the Altoona School of Commerce. From 1930 to
1936, she was employed at the Bankbook Co. in Roaring Spring. She and
her husband were proprietors of a grocery store in Riddlesburg from 1937
to 1943; then, from 1943 to 1982, the couple operated Miller's Food
Square in McConnellstown, She also served as postmaster in
McConnellstown from 1963 until her retirement in 1984. Mrs. Miller was a
devoted to her husband, children and granddaughters. She loved the Lord
and served Him throughout her life, faithfully reading her Bible,
teaching Sunday School and singing in the church choir. A celebration of
life will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30, at Trinity United Church
of Christ, Railroad Avenue, McConnellstown, with the Rev. Dr. Keith A.
Kensinger officiating. Interment will be made in Huntingdon Memorial
Gardens, Walker Twp., Huntingdon, R.R. 1. 

Annie J. DUBETZ, 92, of HCR 1, Cassville, died at 10:43 a.m., Thursday,
Nov. 27, 2003, at her home in Todd Twp. Born Sept. 17, 1911, at Broad
Top she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Margaret (Wilkins)
Cook. She was united in marriage to John S. Dubetz May 10, 1941. Mr.
Dubetz preceded her in death August 16, 1976. Two daughters, Julia Ann
Post and her husband, Mike, of Wrightsville, and Margaret Irene
Morningstar and her husband, Ken, of HCR 1, Cassville, and a son, Robert
Stephen Dubetz and his wife, Mary Kay, of Cassville, survive. Two
grandchildren, Michael E. Post Jr. of New York, N.Y., and Bobbi Jo Bland
and her husband, Matt, of Holtwood, and a great-granddaughter, Mara
Grace Bland of Holtwood, also survive. Her sister, Mrs. Donald
(Beatrice) Zimmerman of Newport survives. She was preceded in death by
one brother, Robert Cook, and two sister, Mary Hooper and Harriet
Blasko. Mrs. Dubetz attended the Trough Creek United Methodist Church,
Todd, where she was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary. She was also a
member of Ladies Auxiliary of the Trough Creek Valley Fire Co.,
Pennsylvania State Grange, Trough Creek Valley 50 Plus Club and an
associate member of the United Mine Workers of America. During her
lifetime she was a homemaker. She enjoyed baking and preparing meals for
family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday,
Nov. 30, at the Robert I. McClain Funeral Home, Cassville, with the Rev.
Donald Henderson officiating. Interment will be made in Cassville
cemetary. 

Ned E. PORT, 93, 1325 Oneida St., Huntingdon, died at 4:30 a.m. Friday,
Nov. 28, 2003, at his residence. Born March 4, 1910, in Huntingdon, he
was the son of the late George Chalmer and Mary Beatrice (Wills) Port.
She was united in marriage to Elizabeth "Tip" Watson Oct. 27, 1938, in
Hollidaysburg. His wife preceded him in death Oct. 17, 1995. He is
survived by 15 nieces and nephews. The last surviving member of his
immediate family, he was preceded in death by a brother, Perry Port, and
four sisters, Rachel Scholes, Edith Kauffman, Jane Shingler and Dorothy
Davis. Mr. Port was a 1928 graduate of Huntingdon High School. A veteran
of World War II, he served with the United States Army in the European
Theater. He was captured by the German army and held prisoner during the
Battle of the Bulge. He retired from Valley Rural Electric in 1975. Mr.
Port was a lifetime resident of Huntingdon County. Private graveside
services will be held at Riverview Cemetery, Huntingdon. 

Thelma M. CUNNINGHAM, 72, of 426 Third Ave., Altoona, died at 4:25 a.m.
Friday, Nov. 28, 2003, at the Altoona Center for Nursing Care. Born Dec.
17, 1930, in Huntingdon, she was the daughter of Charles Dysard Sr. and
Alice M. Bradley. She was reared by her step-mother Alma Dysard who
preceded her in death. She is survived by a son, Michael E. Cunningham
of Altoona; and two daughters, Patricia A. Kondash, and her husband,
John V., of Johnstown and Bonnie L. Kelley, and her husband, Randy S.,
of Altoona. Eight grandchildren survive; Lance Cpl. Kenneth Leonard III,
Veronica A. Morgan, Lance Cpl. Kellen Leonard, Bradley E. Cunningham,
Christopher W. Cunningham, Bethany Kelley, Jordan Kelley and Sara
Kelley. A sister, Edna Brosius of Huntingdon, survives. She was preceded
in death by a son, Robert Duane Cunningham, a sister, Verna Cunningham,
and a brother, Charles Dysard, Jr. Ms. Cunningham was a member of the
Pleasant Valley Assembly of God, Altoona. She was a graduate of
Huntingdon High School and was employed as a nurses aide and seamstress
at Valley View Home. Following her retirement, she was a senior
companion with Blair Senior Services, Ins. She enjoyed crafts, sewing,
crocheting, quilting and canning foods. She enjoyed crafts, sewing ,
crocheting, quilting and canning foods. She loved music and played the
accordian, organ, piano and trumpet. Funeral services will be held at
2:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 1, at Pleasant Valley Assembly of God, 801
Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, with Pastor Jim Balzano officiating.
Entombment will be made in Blair Memorial Park, Altoona. 

Esther Marie GLUNT, 87, of HCR 75, Shade Gap, died at 10:55 a.m.
Saturday, Nov. 29, 2003, at Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg. Born
Oct. 1, 1916, in Shade Gap, she was the daughter of the late Thomas C,
and Mary (Appleby) Murphy. She was united in marriage to Willis P. Glunt
Jan. 23, 1934. Mr. Glunt preceded her in death Dec. 11. 1990. She is
survived by 10 children: Dale Glunt of Shade Gap; L. Edward Glunt of
Fayetteville; Wendell Glunt of Shade Gap; Loyd Glunt of Fayetteville;
Clifford Glunt of McConnellsburg; Leriwyn Glunt of McConnellsburg;
Darrel Glunt of Orbisonia; Charlene Mitchell of Enola; Marlene Stull of
Gettysburg; and Glenda Varner of Lewistown. She is also survived by 37
grand-children, 48 great- grandchildren and three step-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Donna; a son, Galen; three
grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. The last surviving member of
her immediate family, she was preceded in death by 10 siblings: William
Murphy, Merril Murphy, Warren Murphy, Leo Murphy, Dean Murphy, Erma
Jaymes, Dessie Hampton, Naomi McCartney, Alda Snyder and Wilma Webb.
Mrs. Glunt was a charter member of the Shade Gap Bible Church, Shade
Gap. She was a member of the Shade Gap Golden Agers. Funeral services
will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, at the Shade Gap Bible Church,
Route 522, Shade Gap, with the Rev. Charles Hicks officiating. Internent
will be made in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Shade Gap. 

Chester A. "Chetty" HALL Jr., 34, of P.O. Box 2003, Dudley, died at l:34
a.m. Sunday, Nov. 30, 2003 from injuries suffered in a motor vehicle
accident. Born Aug. 20, 1969, in Roaring Spring, he was the son of
Chester A. Hall Sr. and Shirley (Melius) Hall of Saxton. He is survived
by his parents; a grandmother, Geraldine Nolder of York; His companion,
Billie Jo Leroy; and a daughter, Erica. He is also survived by one
sister, Christine Lux, and her husband, Shane, of Defiance; two
brothers, William Hanley, and his wife, CC, of Greencastle, and Mark
Hall, and his wife, Shelia, of Saxton: and an aunt, Vixie Dixon of
Saxton, as well as a number of nieces. nephews, aunts and uncles. Mr.
Hall was a 1987 graduate of Tussey Mountain High School where he was
involved in Numerous activities. He was formerly involved with the
Saxton Volunteer Fire Co. Junior Firemen. He enjoyed hunting, fishing
and playing softball. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday,
Dec. 4, at the Curtis A Heath Funeral Home, Broad Top City, with Pastor
Ron Forrester officiating. Interment will be made in the IOOF Cemetery,
Broad Top City. 

George W. KNODE, 77, of 140 Ann St. Saxton, died at 11:30 a.m. Sunday,
Nov. 30, 2003 at Altoona Hospital Altoona, following an extended
illness. Born Sept. 21, 1926, in Marklesburg, he was the son of the late
Anthony B. and Bkanche (Corbin) Knode. He was united in marriage to
Wanda G. Spencer Jan. 7, 1945, at the Saxton United Methodist Church. He
is survived by his wife at home; a daughter, Mina Brode, and her
husband, Terry, of Camp Hill; a son, George S. Knode, and his wife,
Rhonda (Carbaugh), of Saxton; two grandsons, Eric and Aaron; and two
Great- grandchildren. Matthew and Emily. A brother, Harry Knode of York,
survives. He was preceded in death by a brother, Carl Knode. Mr. Knode
was a member of the Saxton United Methodist Church, where he served on
the board of trustees for many years. He was a life member of Lincoln
Grange and received his 50 year pin in April 2003. He attended both
Huntingdon High School and Saxton-Liberty High School. He retired in
1988 from New Enterprise Stone and Lime Co., where he worked as a heavy
equipment and drag line operator for 40 years. He was a member of New
Enterprise's Quarter Century Club. Mr. Knode enjoyed Hunting,
woodcutting and doing mechanical work in his garage. A memorial service
will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Saxton United Methodist
Church, with Pastor Todd Templeton officiating.

John H. CHESTER, 71, of 3996 E. Main St., Belleville, died at 1:22 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 30, 2003, at his home. Born Jan. 18, 1932, in Lewistown, he
was son of John H. Chester who preceded him in death March 12, 1936, and
Margaret (McCellan) Chester, who preceded him in death Aug. 14, 1989. He
was united in marriage to Edna Smith Aug. 12. 1956. He is survived by
his wife; a daughter, Linda Sue Burian, and her husband, Carl, of
Tallahassee, Fla.; a son, John F. Chester, and his wife, Denise, of
Belleville; and two grandsons, Matthew Chester and Jonathon Chester. A
brother, H. Samuel Chester of Reedsville, survives. Mr. Chester was a
member of VFW Post No. 5935, Belleville; former scout master for Boy
Scout Troop No. 3, Belleville; served with the Union Township Fire
Police and the Belleville Fire Co.; and was a previous member of the
Lewistown Elks where he served a pianist. He was a 1951 graduate of
Lewistown High School. From December 1952 until November 1954, he served
in the United Stated Army as a sergeant. He served during the Korean
Conflict, receiving the National Defense Service Medal, United Nations
Service Medal, Korean Service Medal with one star, Combat Infantryman
Badge and the Commendation Ribbon with metal pendant. He retired in 1993
from New Holland with 36 years of service. He was currently employed at
Donsco Inc., Bellville, and had previously worked at Lewistown Florist
and at Flowers and Such in Belleville. Funeral services will be held at
11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Belleville,
with the Revs. Larry Siikanen, Cliff Miller and Rosalie Smith
officiating. Interment will be made in St. John's Lutheran Cemetery.