Huntingdon Daily News Obituaries, October 2003

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Champion Boxer James BARK, 70, Mooresville, who will be remembered by
sports fans as "Jimmy Soo," died Sunday, I Oct. 5, 2003. Born in
Philadelphia Oct. 30, 1932, he was the son of James I. and Mary (Murphy)
Bark. He was united in marriage to Dolores T. Seguin March 3, 1951.
She preceded him in death Dec. 29,1999. He is survived by six daughters
and two sons; Theresa Showers of Petersburg, Deb Hoffmaster and Donna
Yantz, both of Alexandria, Jeannie Boyd of Petersb RD, James J. Bark
Jr. of Alexandna, Joanne J. Thompson of Huntingdon, R.R., and Jack Bark
and Colleen Johnson, both of Alexandria. He is also survived by 23
grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He is survived by two sisters
and two brothers, Barbara Rivello, Jerry Bark and Janice Malseed,
all of Philadelphia, and Bobby Bark of New Jersey. He was preceded in
death by an infant son, Gerard; two brothers, Ronald and Jack; and one
sister, Carol Ann."Jimmy Soo" was a brilliant Philadelphia lightweight
of the 1950s. His amateur career was marked by championships in the
Philadelphia Diamond Belt and the Chicago (Kenosha News) Golden Gloves.
While serving with the Special Services in the United States Army, he
won the Fifth Army featherweight crown and the All-Army crown, followed
by the All-Services featherweight title, and in an early televised
showdown, defeated the featherweight champion of the Canadian Army for
the International featherweight amateur title. Upon his discharge from
the Army, Jimmy turned professional asthe longest string of victo?ries
without a defeat of any professional fighter of his time. His career
culminated in a world class ranking of No.6 among Junior Welterweights. 
He was inducted into the Pennsylvania Boxing Hall of Fame
approximately 10 years ago, an honor he richly deserved. A family man,
Jimmy held a number of jobs to ensure a steady income. Among them, he
was a bartender for a number of Philadelphia pubs, drove a delivery
truck for Highway Express and owned and operated a neighborhood
tavern. In the late 1960s, he moved his family to central Pennsylvania
and was employed in Milesburg by General Housing Industries. For several
years, he drove a truck for Applied Sciences, State College. He retired
to his Mooresville home in the late, 1980s. Interment in Mooresville
Cemetery. 

Lee HENNESSEY, 69, of 203 Saxton died Monday Oct. 6, 2003, at Altoona
Hospital, Altoona. Born Oct. 6, 1934, in Broad Top City, he was the son
of the late Porter and Della (Black) Hennessey. He was united in
marriage to Joanne. He is survived by his wife; three daughters Lee Ann
Mock of Saxton Cindy Moore and Tina Byrd Both of Oregon; two sons:
Shane Hennessey of Saxton and Randy Hennessey of Oregon; one step-Melody
Uhland of Hopewell;12 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren He is
also survived by five sisters: Dorthea Black of Broad Top City, Delora
Ross of Saxton, Vera Cupp of Camp Hill, Joyce Snyder of James Creek and
Nalda Shephard of Cincinnati, Ohio, and one brother, Jack Hennessey of
Mechanicsburg.He was preceded in death by three brothers, Clemette
Hennessey, Donald Hennessey and Von Hennessey, and a step-son, Johnny
Kline. Mr. Hennessey was a life member of the Saxton Sportsmens
Association, and a member of the Saxton VFW, Broad Top City American
Legion. For 43 years, he owned and operated Hennessey Market in Saxton.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Internment in Grandview Cemetery,
Saxton. 

Donald "Don" B. CARBAUGH, 60, of 303 E. Chestnut St., Lancaster, died
at his residence Monday, Oct 6, 2003 Born in Huntingdon, he was the 
son of the late Raymond B. and Effie (Sample) Carbaugh.He is survived by
a son, Brian K. Carbaugh, and his wife, Zorayda, of San Diego, Calif.,
and one grandson. A brother, Leroy R. Carbaugh of Allenport, and two
sisters, Ida M.Scott of Mount Union and Delores G. Moore, and her
husband, Glenn, of Lititz, survive. He was preceded in death by a brother,
Harold E. Carbaugh, and asister, Mardella Fleck. Mr. Carbaugh had worked
as bartender at Lombardo's Restaurant in Lancaster for 12 years until
1999 Prior to his work at Lombardo'worked as a steward at the American
Legion in Ephrata. 

Naoma R (Iser) HOLMES, 68, a resident of Huntingdon Manor Warm Springs
Avenue, Huntingdon since March, formerly of Huntingdon, RR 1, and Saxton,
R.R. 1, died at 5:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2003 at Altoona Hospital,
Altoona. She had been in failing health for past several weeks.Born Nov.
9, 1934, in Riddlesburg, she was the daughter of the late John Sr. and
Elsie (Gordon) Iser. She was united in marriage to Kenneth S. Holmes
Nov. 17, 1953, in Warren, Ohio Mr. Holmes preceded her in death Feb. 12,
1959. She was preceded in death by her companion of over 30
years, William C. Robinson Sr., Dec. 18, 1993. She is survived by seven
children; Delores K. Worthing, and her husband, John, of Saxton; Terry
L. Holmes, and his wife, Julie, of Milton; Duane Holmes of
Middleburg; Dennis L. Holmes, and his wife Elly, of Huntingdon; Lisa D.
Robinson of Hagerstown, Md.; William C. Robinson Jr., and his wife,
Cindy, of Mount Union; and Paul Robinson and his wife, Lisa, of
Huntingdon. She is survived by the following grandchildren: Kenny,
Khristina and Kevin Holmes, all of Pittsburgh; Bryan Holmes of
Milton; Logan Holmes of Harrisburg; Trisha Holmes, Old Port; C.J. and
Nicholas Holmes of Middleburg; Gary and Danni Holmes of Huntingdon; Sherry
Swope of Middletown; John Swope, and wife, Alicia, and Robert Swope,
and wife, Stephanie, all of Hopewell; Olivia Robinson of Mount Union;
Layne, and Logan Robinson of Huntingdon; Mike Reed and Johnnie
Worthing, both of Saxton; Sherry White and husband, Mark, of Six
Mile Run; and Lenny and Andy Plummer of Cumberland, Md. She is also
survived by 13 grandchildren; Harley, Rylan, John Jr., Blade, Jazmine,
Cody, Makayla and Cassidy Swope, all of Hopewell; Logan Reed of
Saxton; Ondrea and Paige White, both of Six Mile Run; and Brittney and
Alyssa Weaver of Middletown. She is survived by one brother, John Iser
Jr., and one sister, Phyllis Iser, both of Warren, Ohio. She was preceded
in death by one son, Kenneth W. Holmes, Sept. 5, 1999; one grandson,
Kenny Swope, June 15, 1987; and one great-granddaughter, Kay Ann
Swope. Ms. Holmes attended the Brethren in Christ Church, Saxton. She was a
graduate of the Riddlesburg Area School District. She was primarily a
homemakerand enjoyed sewing, reading, yard sales, talking on the
telephone and spending time with her grandchildren. Internment in
Brumbuagh Cemetery 

Rosemary R. GEISS, 83, of James Creek, R.R. 1, Hopewell Township,
Huntingdon County, formerly of Mohnton, died at 6:10 a.m. Thursday,
Oct. 9, 2003, at Westminster Woods, Huntingdon, where she had resided
since Aug. 5. She was born in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of the late
James and Anne (Mohler) Rohm. She was united in marriage to Tyson E.
Geiss, who preceded her in death Nov. 20, 1999.She is survived by a
daughter, Nadine A. (Geiss) Sharman of James Creek, and one grandson. Mrs.
Geiss was a member of Zion Evangelical Congregational Church in
Mohnton. She was employed by Bedford Memorial Hospital as a receptionist
and also worked as a secretary for the Pennsylvania Highway Department,
Bedford. She served as secretary/treasurer for Mohnton Borough from March
1966 until her retirement in July 1985.Interment will be made in
Mohnsville Cemetery, Mohnton 

Marion R. "Buck" RHODES, 79, State Route 103 South, McVeytown, died at
7:10 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2003, at his home. Born Dec. 1, 1923, in
Ferguson Valley, he was the son of the late Roy G. and Belle (Kimberly)
Rhodes He was united in marriage to Janet E. Keiser June 10, 1944. He is
surviyed by his wife; three children; Mrs. Paul (Sara) Peachey of
McVeytown, R.R., Mrs. William Ethel) MacDonald of Huntingdon and Leon R.
Rhodes Sr. of McVeytown, R.R.; a nephew, Robert E. Keiser of Colorado,
who was reared in Mr. Rhodes home; and two other children reared in his
home, Nellie Varner of Newton Hamilton and Mrs. William (Cuma) Beers
of McVey town, R.R. He is also survived by 19 grandchildren and 12
great-grandchildren. A brother, Guy S. Rhodes McVeytown, R.R.,
survives. He was preceded in death bv an infant granddaughter and seven
siblings; Janet Huffman, Ethel Hennaman, Lewis Rhodes, Bertha Walton;
Glenn Rhodes, Robert Rhodes and Dale Rhodes. Mr. Rhodes was a
lifelong farmer, retiring in 1998, and was a lifelong member of the
Dairylea Milk Cooperative. He had also worked at Harbison-Walker
Refractories, Mount Union, for 11 years. Interment in Pleasant View
Cemetery, Mattawana. 

Alton Lee "Buddy" CLARK, 50o f Greenville, N.C., died Thursday, Oct.
9, 2003, at his home. A native of Beaufort County, N.C., he was the son of
Jordan Clark and the late Fannie Mae Hardy. He and his wife, Mary
Jane Roles Clark, formerly of Mount Union, were married for 24 years. He
is survived by his wife, father and stepmother, Jordan and
Anne (Everette) Clark of Greenville; and a daughter, Ginny Belle Clark of
Greenville. He is also survived by a sister, Vonda Jo Thompson of
Greenville; two brothers, Roy Mitchell Clark of Chocowinity, N.C., and
Harvey Charles Clark of Greenville two stepsisters, Rita Ann Hennan
Burlington, N.C., and Janet Lynne Hall of Greenville; two stepbrothers,
Michael Scott Holder of Sanford, N.C., and Paul Matthew Holder of
Greenville and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Clark attended Life Gate
Baptist Church. He was employed with the ECU Department of Surgery for a
number of years. He was a longtime resident of the Hudson's Crossroads community of
Pitt County, N.C. Internment Clark Family Cemetery 

William Christopher HESS, 30, of HCR, Cassville, died at 6:41 p.m
Thursday, Oct. 9, 2003, in Edenton, N.C. Born Nov. 13, 1972, in
Huntingdon, he was the son of Billy L. Hess who resides in Cassville and
Connie (Chilcote) Friberg who resides in the state of Washington. He is
survived by one brother and three sisters; Ruth Ann Snair of Orbisonia;
Leonard Hess of Mifflintown; Sherri Hines, who resides in the state of
Washington; and Betsy Chilcote who resides in Florida. He is also
survived by his stepmother, Bonnie L. (McGraw) Hess of Brisbin and seven
nephews and six nieces. Mr. Hess was a member of the Saxton Sportsmen's
Club, Saxton. He graduated from Tussey Mountain High School with the
Class of 1992. From 1992 until 1999, he served in the National Guard. He
was currently employed by PennLine Service Inc., Scottdale, for the past
nine years. He was an avid gun collector and was a member of the
Veterans of Foreign Wars, Broad Top American Legion and the Broad Top
Eagles. Internment in the Trough Creek Cemetery 

Ann Dinardi, 97, of Morgantown, WV, died Friday, Oct. 10, at her
home. Born Sept. 8, 1906, in Mount Union, she was a daughter of late 
Demetrio and Victoria (Sarra) Dinardi. She is survived by two
brothers, Morris Dinardi and his wife, Sara of Mount Union, and
Sylvester Dinardi and his wife, Virginia, Morgantown; sister-in-Iaw,
Jossephine Dinardi and a brother-in-law, Joseph Bartling, both of
Morgantown, survive along with several nieces and nephews. She was
preceded in death by six sisters; Julia Chico, Albina Mary Bartling,
Erlinda Dinardi, Elizabeth Dinardi, Mary Dinardi and Frederica
Dinardi, and by three brothers, Demetrio "Tony" Dinardi, Johnny Dinardi
and Carmel Dinardi. Ms. Dinardi was a member of the St. Theresa/St.
Elizabeth Ann Seton Roman Catholic Church, Morgantown. She was a 1931
graduate of West Virginia University School ofPharmacy. She was actIve m
many organIzations and had received many awards relating to her
phannacy career throughout the years.She was named Woman of the Year by
Italian Heritage in Clarksburg, WV. Mrs. Dinardi served as a house
mother for fraternities at West Virginia University and cared for
many athletes who attended the university during her lifetime. Intennent
in Lawnwood Cemetery, Morgantown. 

Hugh MULL, 79, of HCR 1, Robertsdale, died at 2:25 a.m. Saturday, Oct.
11, 2003, at Huntingdon Manor, Huntingdon. Born March 25, 1924, in
Coles Valley, Huntingdon County, he was the son of the late Roy and Ruth
(Elias) Mull. He was united in marriage to Loretta Marie Theresa Yealy
Nov. 15, 1955. He was preceded in death by his wife March 29, 1992. He is
survived by one son, John Kiser Sr. of Spring Grove; three daughters;
Master Sergeant Louise L. Sears, D.C. Air National Guard, Morningside,
Md.; Sergeant Helen E. Mull, U.S. Army, Jacksonville, NC; and Carol A.
Dean, Wheaton Ill., and 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by
three infant sons and a sister, Genieve Burns. Mr. Mull was a member of Zion
United Methodist Church, Waterfall. He was a life member of the American
Legion. Mr. Mull was a 1939 graduate of Robertsdale High Schooland a
veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army in France and
Germany. He was a farmer and had been self-employed for many years as a
stone mason, bricklayer and carpenter Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery,
Hanover 

Catherine S. "Kitty" YANTZ, 92, of Huntingdon, formerly of Mount
Union, who had most recently resided with her daughter, Patricia R.
Barchuk, and son-in-law, John, in Mechanicsburg, entered into eternal
rest peacefully Saturday, Oct. 11, 2003, at Messiah Village Retirement
Center, Mechanicsburg. She was born May 19, 1911 in Vineyard, Mifflin
County, the daughter of the late John and Sophia (Szczerba) Szczerba. She
was united in marriage to Michael Yantz Sept. 16, 1934, at Most Holy
Trinity Catholic Church, Huntingdon. She was preceded in death by her
husband Jan. 23, 1983. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia R.
Barchuk, and her husband, John; three grandchildren, Michael R. Barchuk,
Michele Tiday and Lisa Tiday; and four greatgrandchildren, Lily and
Savanna Tiday and Christian and Mason Tiday, all of Mechanicsburg. Also
surviving are the following brothers and sisters; Mary Panasiti, Tyrone;
Stella Bodnar, Mount Union; Julia Turiano, Altoona "Babe" Los Olivio,
Frances Remek and John Szczerba . She was proceded in death by a a
brother, Frank Szczerba, a sister Sophia Szczerba, a nephew, Louis Jr.,
and a niece, Pattie Murphy. Mrs. Yantz was a member of Saint Catherine's
Catholic Church, Mount Union. She was also a member of the Catholic
Daughters. She and her husband were longtime owners of Yantz Steakhouse
in Mount Union, which she continued to operate after her husband's death,
until she retired in 1998. She was dearly loved by those whose lives she
touched and will live in hearts and memories. Interment in Holy Cross
Cemetery, Huntingdon 

Edna S. GOODMAN, 90, a resident of Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia,
formerly of Newton Hamilton, died at 2:35 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12, 2003, at
the nursing home. Born Oct. 8, 1913, she was the daughter of the late
Mary Campbell. She was united in marriage to Paul C. Goodman June
1931, in Petersburg. Mr. Goodman preceded her in death April 4, 1983 She
is survived by a son, Richard B. Goodman, and his wife Sandra, of Newton
Hamilton; a granddaughter, Rhonda Kelly and four great-grandchildren. She
was preceded in death by a sister, Hazel Querry. Mrs. Goodman was a
member of Newton Hamilton United Methodist Church. She was a graduate of
Mount Union Area High School. Mrs. Goodman retired in 1973 from L. Greif
Bros. Manufacturing Mount Union, where she was employed for over 40
years. Interment in Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg. 

Ammon H. SHAUB, 76, of Owl Hill Road, Lititz, formerly of Three Springs
and Thousand Oaks, Calif., died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2003 at his home
following a lengthy illness. He was the son of the late Samuel S. and
Nora Mae (Hursh) Shaub and was united in marriage to Dorothy V. Booher. He
is survived by his wife of 44 years; three sons, A. Dale Shaub and
Larry G. Shaub, both of Lancaster; Donald R. Shaub and his wife, Coleen,
of Ephrata; one stepson, Clair O. Slates, and his wife, Audrey, of Three
Springs; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He is survived
by two brothers, Walter Shaub of Myerstown and Sam H. Shaub of Portland,
and five sisters; Miriam Poole, and her husband, Bruce, of Zephrhills,
FL; Mabel Yoder, and her husband, Eddie, of Silver Springs, Fla.; Nora Mae
Kilheffer and her husband, Harold M., of Lancaster; Ada Bender and her
husband, J. Warren, of Lancaster and Arlene Giberson and her
husband Robert, of Willow Street. He was preceded in death by four
sisters; Irene King, Anna Mary Smith, Lizzie Shaub and Charlotte 
Deck. Mr. Shaub was a member of Salem United Methodist Church,
Rothsville. He worked at Trojan Boat Co. in Lancaster and for Shasta
Industries, making motor homes and travel-trailers. While employed with
Shasta, he worked all over the United States and retired in 1979
as a plant manager with 17 years of service. Interment in
Millinger Mennonite Cemetery, Lancaster. 

Regina Anna (Shreckengast) WATERMAN, 90, of 360 Westminster Drive, Westminster
Woods Huntingdon, formerly of Huntingdon RR 1, and 510 Church St.,
Huntingdon, died at 3:35 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2003, at J.C. Blair
Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Mrs. Waterman had been in declining
health. Born Feb. 22, 1913, in Logan Mills, Clinton County, she was the
daughter of the late Newton E. and Lola Agnes (Messmer) Shreckengast.
She was united in marriage to J. Clyde Waterman May 21, 1932, by the
Rev. William Herr at St. Luke's United Church of Christ in Lock
Haven. Mr. Waterman preceded her in death Feb. 16, 1981. She is survived
by one daughter, Patricia Ann (Waterman) Bomboy, and her husband, Nevin,
of Huntingdon, RR 1; three grandchildren; Jeff Bomboy, and his wife,
Tammy, of Lancaster, Amy Bomboy of Huntingdon and Craig Bomboy of
Rockledge, Fla and three great-granddaughters, Abbie Sheffield, Andrea
Sheffield, both of Huntingdon, and Kelsey Bomboy of Lancaster. She was
preceded in death by a son, Clyde William Waterman; four brothers;
Henry, Lester, Charles and Roy Shreckengast; and one sister, Viola Mae
Shreckengast. Mrs. Waterman was a member of St. Luke's United Church of
Christ, Lock Haven, and for over 20 years attended Abbey Reformed United
United Church of Christ, Huntingdon. She was a member of the former Triangle
Homemakers group in Huntingdon. She was also a volunteer with the
Huntingdon Meals on Wheels program for eight years and a member of the
Women of the Moose, Lodge No. 100, Lock Haven. Mrs. Waterman attended
Clinton County public schools. During World War II, she was employed
by the Clinton Paper Co. Subsequently, she was employed for 12 years as a
cook at the Moose Lodge in Lock Haven, the Woolrich-Woolen Mills and
retired in 1988 as a self-employed seamstress in both Lock Haven and
Huntingdon. Mrs. Waterman enjoyed crocheting, gardening, cooking,
attending Lock Haven church, traveling and spending time with
her family. Interment in Rest Haven Memorial Park, Lock Haven. 

Jack W. BAIR Sr., 74, of Schoolhouse Lane, Huntingdon, died at 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2003, at his home. Born April 6, 1929, in Mill
Creek, he was the son of .the late George Wilbur and Minnie Cathryn
(Sheets) Bair. He was united in marriage to Sandra Elizabeth Briggs June
15, 1985, at the Mill Creek Bible Fellowship Church, Fousetown by
brother-in-law Pastor Jack Lancaster. He is survived by his wife at home;
two sons and two daughters; Jack W. Bair Jr., and his wife, Linda of
Alexandria; Bonnie F. Terry of Huntingdon; Mrs. Jeffrey (Cathy
L.) Scherden of Altoona; and James W. Bair, and his wife, Kelly, of
Lewistown; two stepsons; Joseph M. Crownover and Joshua M. Crownover, both
of Huntingdon; 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He is survived
by two sisters; Jean A. Park and Mrs. Jack (Sandra K.) Lancaster, both of
Mill Creek. Mr. Bair was a past governor and life member of the Loyal
Order of the Moose Lodge No. 223, Huntingdon; a member of Standing
Stone Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1754, Huntingdon; a member of the
Frank P. Hommon American Legion Post No. 24, Huntingdon; Huntingdon Area
High School Band Boosters. He was a former member of Huntingdon Hook and
Ladder Fire Co., where he did mechanical work on the fire equipment for a
number of years. He was also a volunteer with Huntingdon County PRIDE
and volunteered as a Little League coach. Mr. Bair served in the
Pacific Theater of Operations with the United States Navy from Sept. 9,
1948 to May 3, 1950. He was aboard both the USS Juneau and the USS Kent
and was awarded the Navy Occupation Medal (Japan). He also served May
3,1950, to 1954, with the U.S.Navy Reserve. On Nov. 12, 1949, Mr. Bair was
on board the USS Juneau as it crossed the Arctic Cirde to enter the
Northern Domain of the polar bear, thus conferring upon him membership
in the Royal Order of "Blue Nose." Mr. Bair attended Huntingdon public
schools. He had received special training from the following companies:
General Motors, Ford Motor Co., Detroit-Allison, Caterpillar Diesel and
Cummins Diesel. In his early years, he had been employed by Martin H.
Heine Buick-Cadilac and Heine Petroleum Inc. He had also worked for
Westover Ford and was an auto mechanic instructor at the Huntingdon
County Vocational Technical School. In 1995, he retired as shop foreman
from U.S. Municipal Supply Co. Mr. Bair was a lifetime resident of
Huntingdon County. He enjoyed woodworking, cooking and was an avid
NASCAR fan. Along with his wife, he recently fulfilled one of his final
wishes, to see the Atlantic Ocean, by taking a trip to Ocean City, Md.
Interment in Riverview Cemetery full military honors will be accorded.

Romie William PURDY, 88, of Burnham, died Sunday, Sept. 28, at his
residence. Born June 25, 1915, in Huntingdon County, he was the son of
the late Romie J. and Hazel (Park) Purdy. His wife, Bessie E.
(pannebaker) Purdy, preceded him in death Oct. 15, 2002.  He is survived
by a son, R. Jack Purdy, Omaha, Neb.; a daughter, Mrs. Philip (Ruth)
Neff of Wilmmgton, N.C.; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren;
and one great-great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by a brother,
Robert Purdy, and a grandson Mr. Purdy was a Christian and an active
member of Calvary Bible for 38 years. He was a World War II
veteran, having served in the United States Navy. He lived in Huntingdon
until 1960, when he moved to Burnham and operated a barber shop on
Fourth Avenue until his retirement. He was a well-known artist in
central Pennsylvania and received many honors for his painting,
including a oneman show at Penn State University in 1993. He was also
commissioned by Mifflin County to do a painting of the old Mifflin
County Courthouse, which hangs in the lobby of the new courthouse. He
had an enthusiastic love of art and painting and also for other artists'
work. He enjoyed teaching painting and looked forward to his weekly group
of students Mr. Purdy also enjoyed playing his guitar, fishing and
sailing. Interment will be made m Juniata Memorial Park Cemetery. 

Jean L. "Jeannie" SWINDELL 58, of 287 Back Ridge Road, Needmore, died
Thursday, Oct. 2, 2003, at her residence. Born Aug. 7, 1945, in
Harrisonville, Fulton County, she was the daughter of the late Ira
"Buck" and Clara E. (Daniels) Mellott. She was united in marriage to
John R. Swindell Sr. Dec. 1, 1971. She is survived by her husband; a
daughter, Iva L. Swindell of Needmore; a son, John R. Swindell Jr. of
Breezewood; a stepson, Dale W. Watkins of Chambersburg; 13 grandchildren
and three great­grandchildren. Also surviving are one sister, Goldie
King of Chambersburg; three brothers, Simon Mellott of Chambersburg,
William Mellott of Five Forks and Robert Mellott of McConnellsburg; and
several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a ister, Bertha
DeShong, and a brother, Roy Mellott. Mrs. Swindell attended
Harrisonville Holiness Church. She was primarily a homemaker. Interment
will be made in Pleasant Ridge Nazarene Cemetery, Harrisonville. 

Frank L. FOUSE 97, formerly of 1318 Washington Street, Huntingdon, died
Oct, 3 , 2003 at Dubois Nursing Home Dubois. Born April 13, 1906 in
Alexandria he was the son of the late Frank F. and Ida M. (Altman)
Fouse. He was united in marriage to Butis G. Gibson June 22, 1935 in
Westminster, MD. She proceeded him in death Nov. 14, 1992. He is
survived by two daughters, Mrs. Carl (Fanny Lee) Noland of Brockway and
Mrs. Carey (Faye Louise) Smyers of Mechanicsburg; six grandchildren: 13
great-grandchildren and one great-great-grand daughter. He was the last
surviving member of his immediate family, having been preceded in death
by two sisters and four brothers. Mr Fouse was a member of the 15th
street United Methodist Church in Huntingdon. He was a graduate of
Alexandria High School and worked at the brick plant in Alexandria for
30 years, followed by 17 years at the J.B. Kunz Co. in Huntingdon as an
offset printer. Internment in Alexandria Presbyterian Cemetery. 

Richard Lane FYOCK, 70, of Comer, Ga., died Friday, Oct. 3, 2003. A
native of Huntingdon, he was the son of the late Myron J. and Lorna
Belle (Whited) Fyock. He is survived by his wife, La Vonda Fyock; four
children and their spouses: Virginia Ann and Sam Seaman of New Port
Richey, Fla.; Richard Keith and Mary Anna Fyock and Brenda Lee and
Craig Kellogg, all of Colbert, Ga., and Erin Dell and Jason Lackey of
Hull, Ga.; and eight grandchildren. He is survived by two sisters and
three brothers: Thelma, William, Robert, John and Kay, and a number of
nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Myron Jr.
and Leland in Lancaster. He was a veteran of the United States
Arny and an avid outdoorsman. Interment will be made in Comer Cemetery. 

William R. THOMAS, 70, of Three Springs, R.R. 1, died at 12:27 a.m.
Saturday, Oct. 4, 2003, at Centre Community Hospital in State College.
Born Oct. 22, 1932, in Huntingdon, he was the son of the late William
and Florence (Leabhart) Thomas. He was united in marriage to Delores
Cutshall Sept. 5, 1953, in Hagerstown, Md. He is survived by his wife
at home; his mother-in-law, Kathryn Cutshall of Three Springs R.R. 1;
and five daughters: Mrs. Joel (Linda) Ford of Three Springs, R.R. 1;
Mrs. Rodney (Pamela) Thomas of Saltillo; Mrs. Todd (Kimberly) Sellers
of Reston, Va.; Mrs. Timothy (Nicole) Dixon of Mechanicsburg; and Mrs.
Darin (Mandy) Booher of Three Springs, R.R. 1. He is also survived by
eight grandchildren: Jeffrey Ford, St. Thomas; Thomas Ford, Three
Springs; Michael Thomas and Bethany Thomas, both of Saltillo; Lindsay
Ford, Three Sprmgs, R.R. 1; Rachel Sellers and Andrew Sellers,
both of Reston Va.; and Miriah Thomas, Three Spnngs, R.R. 1.; and one
great-granddaughter, Lillie' Kathryn Ford, Three Springs. A brother,
Harold Thomas of Lancaster, and a sister, Leah Wagner of Sunbury,
survive. He was. preceded in death by one brother and three sisters.
Mr. Thomas was a member of Calvary Independent Baptist Church in
Saltillo, where he was currently serving as deacon and assistant
treasurer. 

Harold E. FORD, 74, of R.R., Box 248, Saxton, died at 1:15 p.m. Sunday,
Oct. 5, 2003, at Altoona Hospital, Altoona. Born Oct. 15,1928, in Broad
Top City, he was the son of the late Christie and Elsie (Chaney) Ford.
He and his wife, the former Frances Stevenson, were married for 54
years. He is survived by his wife; one daughter, Cynthia Diehl, and her,
husband, Donald, of York; two sons, Steve Ford, and his wife, Sheila, of
Saxton, and Mark Ford, and his wife, Kathy, of Hagerstown, Md.; three
grandsons, Andrew Diehl of York, Steven Ford, and his wife, Dawn, of
Warrington, and Joseph Valenzo of Hagerstown, Md.; and a
granddaughter, Jade Elizabeth Ford of Hagerstown, Md. A brother,
Donald Ford of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, survives. Mr. Ford is also
survived by sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews and many friends. He was
preceded in death by two brothers, Odis Ford and Robert Ford, and two
sisters, Alice Becker and Maxine Doyle. Mr. Ford was a member of the
Robertsdale Church of God, Robertsdale. He was retired from United Mine
Workersand\the Laborers Union. He was an avid outdoorsman and hunter;
known for his broad, smile and jokes. He'was also known as a loving,
honest, respectful, faithful, hardworking, loyal and driven man.
Internment will be made in the IOOF Cemetery, Broad Top City: 

Alice (Dippery) WEIR, 73, of 1O5 Malta Drive, P.O. Box E, Lewistown,
formerly of R.R. 1, Box 1170, James Creek, died at 10:40 a.m. Sunday,
Qct. 5, 2003, at the Mallta Home in Lewistown. She had been in failing
health. Born Aug. 6, 1930, in State College, she was the daughter of the
late Walter F. and Virginia E. (Bloom) Dippery. She was united in
marriage to Robert R. Weir Sept. 10, 1949, in State College. Mr. Weir
preceded her in death April 5, 1998. She is survived by one daughter,
Patti L. (Weir) Miller, and her husband, John, of Williamsburg; and two
sons, Robert M. Weir, and his wife, Jennifer (Wright), of James Creek,
and Rodger G. Weir of Cockeysville, Md. She is also survived by four
grandchildren: Stefanie L. Smith, and her friend, Richard Fisher, of
Duncansville; Kevin R. Smith, and his wife, Robin (Coffman), of Juniata,
Altoona; and Mason R. Weir and Madisyn L. Weir, both of James Creek,
R.R. 1; and one great­grandson, Kevin Alexander Smith of Juniata,
Altoona. She was preceded in death by a sister, Connie L. Mackes. Mrs.
Weir was of the Lutheran faith. She was a supporter of the Huntingdon
County Humane Society. She attended State College public schools,
graduating from State College High School with the Class of 1948. She
was primarily a homemaker and enjoyed sewing, knitting, reading,
jewelry making, music and cooking. Interment will be made in Huntingdon
Memorial Gardens, Walker Township, Huntingdon. 

Leroy RIDEN Jr. of Alabama died Sept. 22, 2003. He was born in Lewistown,
but ha resided in the Huntsville, Ala area since 1987. He is survived
by his wife, Linda T. Riden, at home, a daughter, Michelle Wilson of
Charlotte, N.C., a stepdaughter, Brianna Brown of Lacey's Spring, Ala.,
two sons, Michael Riden of Charlotte, N.C. and Glen L. Riden III of
Ardmore, Ala., and five grandchildren. Mr. Riden was a member of
Ascenson Luthern Church. He graduated form Huntingdon High School in the
class of 1956. He begun his military career with the United States
Army November 1956 and was accepted into the Officers Corps in February
1967. From October 1969 until April 1970, he served as captain in
Vietnam with the 25th Infantry Division. In 1972, he graduated with
honors from the University of Texas-ElPaso where he earned a bachelors
degree. In June 1974 he graduated from U. S. Command and General
Staff College. Mr. Riden was a recipient of the Bronze Star, the Vietnam
Campaign Medal, three Bronze services medals, the Army Commendation
Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Cross of
Gallantry Medal, the Good Conduct Medal and the Vietnam Service Medal.
Mr. Riden spent most of his military career at the Air Force Defense
School, Fort Bliss, Texas, as in air defense officer and an instructor
with Hawk, Hercules and Chaparral Vulcan missile systems. In April 1977,
he was transferred to the Training and Doctrine Command at Fort Monroe,
VA where he served until his retirement as major in May, 1978. After a
brief seperation, he returned to TRADOC as a federal employee. He served
there as a training special 1st until he transferred to the Hellfire
Project office, MICOM, September 1987. He served as a logistician there
until his civil service retirement in January 1993 Internment in
Huntsville Memory Gardens. 

Wayne L. ROSENZWEIG, 66,of Seven Valleys, died Sept. 12, 2003. Born
April 15, 1937, in Seven Valleys, he was the son of the late Chauncey L.
and Beulah E. (Albright) Rosenzweig. He is survived by a daughter, Vonny
M. Peterson of Liverpool; a son, Glenn L. Rosenzweig of York; and a
granddaughter, Brittany N. Peterson. Mr Rosenzweig was a member of
Viking AA Club of York; Loyal Order of Moose Lodge, Columbia; and the
Petersburg Fire Co. He owned and operated Wayne L. Rosenzweig Genreal
Contractor for over 30 years years. He enjoyed hunting, old tractors and
loved old western movies. Internment in St. Paul Church Cemetery. 

Hazel (Martin) NEFF, 91, of Brethren Village, Lititz, died the evening
of Friday, Oct. 10, 2003, at her residence. Born in Ephrata, she was the
daughter of the late Ira and Edna (Heinaman) Martin.She is survived by a
son, Dr.Robert Neff, and his wife, Dorothy­(Rosewarne), of Alexandria; a
daughter, Jean N. Herbert, and her husband, William, of Evanston, Ill.;
and two grandchildren, Heather and Scott Neff. Three, brothers survive:
The Rev. Wilbur Martin, and his wife Evelyn (Zuck), of Brethern
Village, Lititz; Donald Martin and his wife Jeannette (Hershey), of
Manheim: and Carl Martin of Manheim. She was proceeded in death by a
brother, Lowell Martin. Ms. Neff was a member of the Ephrata Church of
the Brethern. She graduated from the Juniata College with a Bachelor of
Arts degree in 1949 and from Temple University with a masters degree.
She was a reading teacher and guidance counselor from 1949 to 1978 and
retired from the Pottstown School District. She also taught language
arts for two years at Elizabethtown College and served as a house
member. 

Edna S. GOODMAN, 90, a resident of Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia, formerly
of Newton Hamilton, died at 2:35 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12, 2003, at the
nursing home. Born Oct. 8, 1913, she was the daughter of the late Mary
Campbell. She was united in marriage to Paul C. Goodman June 1931, in
Petersburg. Mr. Goodman preceded her in death April 4, 1983. She is
survived by a son, Richard B. Goodman, and his wife Sandra, of Newton
Hamilton; a granddaughter, Rhonda Kelly and four great-grandchildren. She
was preceded in death by a sister, Hazel Querry. Mrs. Goodman was a
member of Newton Hamilton United Methodist Church. She was a graduate of
Mount Union Area High School. Mrs. Goodman retired in 1973 from L. Greif
Bros. Manufacturing Mount Union, where she was employed for over 40
years. Interment in Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg. 

Harold R "Tubby" HENRY, 62, of HCR 61, Box 513A, Mill Creek, died at
6:03 a.m. Monday, Oct. 13, 2003, at his home. Born May 13, 1941, in
Huntingdon, he was the son of the late Ellsworth L. and Ethel L.
(O'Donnell) Henry. He was united in marriage to Helen L. Swanger. He is
survived by his wife and by Robert Purdy Jr. of Huntingdon, Two sisters,
Alice Mae Hooper of Mapleton and Ruth Ann Giordano of Mill Creek, and
one brother, Gary Lee Henry of Mill Creek, He was preceded in death by
one sister, Rosa Lee Campbell. Mr. Henry was a driver for H.R. Imbt
Trucking of State College and retired on disability in 1995. He was an
avid hunter and fisherman. Interment will be made in Mountainview
Cemetery, Mill Creek. 

Private 1st Class Brandon Lee RUBY, 18, of HCR 1, Calvin, died Oct, 13,
2003 as a result of injuries from an accident. Born June 18, 1985, in
Huntindon, he was residing with Tony and Bonnie (Thomas) Marino of HCR
1, Calvin. He is survived by his grandparents, Denny and Janie Felton of
James Creek. Ruby attended Beavertown Bible Church, Todd, R.R. and
participated in a youth group in Smithfeild Township during the week. He
was a memebr of the seinor Class of 2004 at Huntingdon Area High School,
where he was a member of the Huntingdon Bearcat football team during his
sophmore and junior years. He was also a student at the Huntingdon
County Career and Technology Center in the computer technology
department. He graduated Aug. 12 from the U.S. Army Reserve basic
training at Fort Knox. KY. He was employed by Hoss's Steak House,
Huntingdon for the past two years Internment in IOOF Memorial Cemetery,
Broad Top City. 

Regina Anna Waterman Active church member; enjoyed domestic arts Regina
Anna (Shreckengast) Waterman, 90, of 360 Westminster Drive, Westminster
Woods Hunt ingdon, formerly of Huntingdon,RR 1, and 510 Church St.,
Huntingdon, died at 3:35 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2003, at J.C. Blair
Memorial Hospital, HuntingdonMrs. Waterman had been in declining
health.Born Feb. 22, 1913, LoganMills,Clinton County, she was the
daughter of the late Newton E. and Lola Agnes (Messmer) Shreckengast.
She was united in marriage to J. Clyde Waterman May 21, 1932, by the
Rev. William Herr at St. ­Luke's United Church of Christ in Lock
HavenMr. Waterman preceded her in death Feb. 16, 1981. She is survived
by one daughter, Patricia Ann (Waterm ) Bomboy, and her husband, Nevin,
of Huntingdon, RR 1; three grandchildren: Jeff Bomboy, and hIS wIfe,
Tammy, Iof Lancaster, Amy Bomboy of Huntingdon and Craig Bomboy of
Rockledge, Fla and three greatgranddaughters Abbie SheffieldAndrea
Sheffiela, both of Huntingdon, and Kelsey Bombay of LancasterShe was
preceded in death by a son, Clyde William Waterman; four ­brothers:
Henry, Lester, Charles and Roy Shreckengast; and one sister,Viola Mae
Shreckengast Mrs. Waterman was a member of St. Luke's United Church of
Christ, Lock Haven, and for over 20 years attended Abbey Reformed United
United Church ofChristHuntingdon,She was a member of the former Triangle
Homemakers group. in Huntingdon. She was also a volunteerwith the
Huntingdon Meals on - Wheels program for eight years. member of the
Women of the Moose, Lodge No. 100, Lock, Haven. Mrs. Waterman attended -
Clinton County, public. schoolsDuring World War II, she was employed by
the Clinton Paper Co.Subsequently, she was employed for 12 years as a
cook at the Moose Lodge in Lock Haven the Woolrich- Woolen Mills and
retired in 1988 asa self-employed seamstress in both Lock Haven and
Huntingdon.Mrs. Waterman enjoyed crocheting, gardening, cooking,
attending Lock Haven. - church, traveling and spending time with
herfamily. Interment in Rest Haven Memorial ' - Park 

Frances E. Calupca, 84 , of 114 Chestnut St, Mount Union died Oct, 14,
2003 at Lewsitown Hospital, Lewistown. Born Feb. 5, 1919 in Mount Union,
she was the daughter of the late George and Anna (Pastva) Calupca. She
is survived by a brother, Stephen Calupca of Mount Union, asn as sister,
Marion Pandolfino of Woodland Retirement Ceneter, Orbisonia. She was
proceeded in death by a nephew, Joey Magliere, and the following
brothers and sisters: Margaret Maglier, Pauline Torsell, Andrew Calupca,
Anna Treaster, Jack Calupca, and two infant siblings, John Calupca and
Anne Calupca. Ms. Calupca was a member of Saint Catherin's Roman
Catholic Church, Mount Union. She was an active member of the Bricktown
Seniors. She attended Mount Union High School and was employed for many
years bt the L. Greif Bros. Manufacturing Co. Mount Union. After it's
closing , she went to work for U.S. Sports in Huntingdon until her
retirement. Ms. Calupca loved to cook and bake. Her family and freinds
will miss her special dinners, birthday cakes and holiday breads and
cookies. Internment in Saint Catherine's Catholic cemtery Shirleysburg. 

Sue Ann Botteicher Philipsburg High school class of 1951 Sue Ann
Botteicher, 70, of the Pennsylvania House, 2 W. 11th St., Tyrone, died
Wednesday, Oct., 15, 2003, at her residence. She was born Apiril 12,
1933, in Philipsburg, a daughter of Patrick and Juliette (Reed) Dugan.
On Aug. 25, 1950, in Cumberland, Md., she married Dallas W. Botteicher.
He preceded her death in June 5, 1995. Surviving are three daughters,
Merilyn Dively of Alexandria, Michele Botteicher of Tyrone, Kim Yocum of
Clearfield, and three sons, Dallas W. Botteicher Jr. of Lancaster,
Michael Botteicher and C. Scott Botteicher, both of Altoona. Twelve
grandchildren and four great-grandchildren also survive. Mrs. Botteicher
is also survived by two brothers, Thomas Dugan of Hollidaysburg and
Patrick Dugan of Pittsburgh. She was preceded in death by a daughter,
Ruth Ann Nixon. Mrs. Botteicher was 1951 graduate of Phillipsburg High
School. She enjoyed yard sales, bingo and Tyrone football. Burial will
be at Blair Memorial Park. 

Jack W. Bair Skilled auto mechanic; U.S. Navy veteran Jack W. Bair Sr.,
74, of Schoolhouse Lane, Huntingdon, died at 6:15 p.m. Wednesday,
Oct.15, 2003, at his home. Born April 6, 1929, in ,Mill Creek, he was the
son of .the late George Wilbur and Minnie Cathryn (Sheets) Bair He was
united in marriage to Sandra Elizabeth Briggs 405 from May 4­June 15,
1985, at the Mill Creek ,Bible Fellowship ChurchFousetown by
brother-in-law Pastor Jack Lancaster.He is survived by his wife athome;
two sons and two daughters:Jack W. Bair Jr., and his wife, Lindaof
Alexandria; Bonnie F. Terry of Huntingdon; Mrs. Jeffrey (Cathy
L.)Scherden of Altoona; and James W.Bair, and his wife, Kelly, of
Lewistown; two stepsons: Joseph M.Crownover and Joshua MCrownover, both
of Huntingdon; 13grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildrenHe is survived
by two sisters:Jean A. Park and Mrs. Jack (Sandra K.) Lancaster,both of
Mill Creek.Mr. Bair was a past governor and life member of the Loyal
Order of the-Moose Lodge No. 223 Huntingdon;a: member of Standing
StoneVeterans of Foreign Wars Post No1754, Huntingdon; a member of the
Frank P. Hommon American Legion Post No. 24, Huntingdon; Huntingdon Area
High School Band Boosters. He was a former member ofHuntingdon Hook and
Ladder FireCo., where he did mechanical workon the fire equipment for a
number of years. He was also a volunteer with Huntingdon County PRIDE
and volunteered as a Little League coachMr. Bair served in the
PacificTheater of Operationswith the United States Navy from Sep,t. 9,
1948to May 3, 1950. He was aboard boththe USS Juneau and the USS Kent
and was awarded the Navy Occupation Medal (Japan). He also served May
3,1950, to 1954, with theU.S.Navy Reserve. On Nov. 12, 1949,Mr. Bair was
on board the USSJuneau as it crossed the Arctic Cirde to enter the
Northern Domain ofthe polar bear, thus, conferring upon ,him membership
in the Royal Order of "Blue Nose."Mr. Bair attended Huntingdon public
schools. He had received special training from the following companies:
General Motors, FordMotor Co., Detroit-Allison, Caterpillar Diesel and
Cummins DieselIn his early years, he had been employed by Martin H.
HeineBuick-Cadilac and Heine Petroleum Inc. He had also worked for
Westover Ford and was an auto mechanic instructor at the Huntingdon
County Vocational Technical School. In 1995, he retired as shop foreman
from U.S. Municipal Supply Co.Mr. Bair was a lifetime resident, - of
Huntingdon County. He enjoyed woodworking, cooking and was an . avid
NASCAR fan. along with his wife, he recentlyfulfilled one of his final
wishes, to - see the Atlantic Ocean, by taking a trip to Ocean City, Md.
Interment in Riverview Cemetery full military honors will be , accorded.

Shirley I. Stoner Recently returned to Huntingdon county Shirly I.
Stoner, 65, of 575 Ferguson Valley Road, Mount Union, died at 9:59 P.M.
Friday,Oct. 17, 2003, at her home, following a struggle with cancer.
Born May 16, 1938, in McVeytown, she was the daughter of the late
William C. Sr. and Ruth E. (Ramsey) Mellot. She was united in marriage
to Larry G. Stoner Dec. 24, 1966, in Allenport, R.R.2. She is survived
by her husband at home, and the following brothers and sisters: Evelyn
A. "Sis" Rhone of Mount Union; Donald P. Mellott of West Point, Utah;
Gloria Rinker of Mount Union; Darlene Coca of Lancaster; and William C.
"Bill" Mellott Jr. of Lewistown. She was preceded to death by a sister,
Sandra Mellott. Mrs. Stoner was of the baptist faith. She retired in
January 2000 after 27 years as a nurse's aide at Cooney Convalescent
Home in Helena, Mont. She and her husband had just recently moved back
to Huntingdon County after having been residents of Helena, Mont., for
37 years. Mrs. Stoner enjoyed all kinds of crafts and loved her poodle,
Brandy, that she had for 15 years. Burial will be at Haven Rest Memorial
Park, shirleysburg, R.R. 

Valeria (Heath) Moser 35 years of service with J.C. Blair Memorial
Hospital Valeria Moser, 70, of 417 12th St., Huntingdon, died at 3:01
a.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, 2003, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital in
Huntingdon. Born Sept. 3, 1933, in Broad Top City, she was the daughter
of the late Charles H. and Roberta (Taylor) Heath. She was united in
marriage to Peter B. Moser Feb 13, 1954, in Bedford. She is survived by
her husband at home; one son, G. Michael Moser, and his wife, Barbara
(Raker), of Shirely Township; one daughter, annette K. Moser of North
Androver, Mass.; and one grandson, Douglas A. Moser of Boston, Mass. She
is survived by two sisters and two brothers; ; Isabell Miller, and her
husband, Donald, of Hustontown; Herman Heath, and his wife, Edna, of
Broad Top City; Glenn Heath and his wife, Anna, of Saxton; and Audrey
Jones, and her husband, John, of, Broad Top City. She was preceded in
death by a son, Samuel Z. Moser; one brother, William Heath; and one
sister, Peggy Deluca. Mrs. Moser was an active memebr and former deacon
of Huntingdon Presbyterian Church, Huntingdon. She was a member of the
Auxilliary to the Frank P. Hommon Post No. 24, American Legion,
Huntingdon, and the Huntingdon Salvation Army. She was a 1951 graduate
of Robertsdale High School. She had previously attended and was
currently enrolled as a student at Penn State University, Altoona, where
she studied science. Following graduation from High School, Mrs. Moser
wa employed for seven years by Bell Telephone. She retired in 1993 from
J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital as a laboratory technician and supervisor
following 35 years of service. She enjoyed flowers, gardening and
reading. Memorial service private as requested by the deceased no
viewing or visitation. John B. Brown Funeral Home handled services. 

Ronald J. "DuBois" Fortson, 58, formerly of Mount Union and most
recently of 5312 Red Bud Lane, Fort Worth, Texas, went home to be with
the Lord at 3:34 p.m. Monday, Oct. 20, 2003, at Osteopathic Hospital in
Fort Worth. He died following an extended illness. Born Nov. 13, 1944,
in Huntingdon, he was the son of Gladys (Williams) Fortson of Mount
Union and the late Robert Fortson Jr. He was united in marriage to Doris
Wair Jan. 18, 1977, in Fort Worth, Texas. He is survived by his wife at
home; two stepdaughters, Debra Wair and Lazette Jerri Wair, both of Fort
Worth, Texas; seven grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. The
following brothers and sisters survive: Donald Fortson, and his wife,
Virginia, and Willard Fortson, and his wife, Darlene, all of Mount
Union; Dale Fortson, and his companion, Sue Zerbe, of Harrisburg;
Charles Fortson, and his wife, Elizabeth, of Colorado Springs, Colo.;
Joan Walker, and her husband, Montaque, of Mount Union; Marjorie
Fortson, and her companion, James Harrisburg; Charles Fortson, and his
wife, Elizabeth, of Colorado Springs, Colo.; Joan Walker, and her
husband, Montaque, of Mount Union; Marjorie Fortson, and her companion,
James Pugh, of Lancaster; Jean Trice, and her husband, Roger, of Mount
Union; and Patricia Fortson, and her companion, Aaron Gresson, of Owings
Mills, Md. A host of other relatives and friends also survive He was
preceded in death by a brother, Daniel Fortson Sr. and a sister Marie
Fortson. While residing in Mount Uruon, Mr. Fortson was a member of
Bethel AME Church. He was also a member of St. Matthews Baptist Church
in Fort Worth, Texas.He was a 1963 graduate of Captain Jack High School.
He served in the United States Air Force for 23 years and retired as
master sergeant after havigg many overseas tours of duty, including two
tours in Vietnam. Following his military service, he worked for the
United States Post Office in Fort Worth until his retirement.\par
Interment will be made in Mount Union Cemetery. 

EUGENE A. "GENE" BAKER Air Force veteran; retired furniture store
manager Eugene A. 'Gene' Baker 84 of Warrior Oales died Oct. 21, in
Huntingdon. Born May 5, 1919 in Hastings, he was the of the late Amandus
F. and Gertrude (Fuller) Baker. He was united in marriage to Kathryn Ann
Charney Nov. 2, 1940 , in Barnesboro. Mrs Baker preceded him in death
Oct. 17, 1989. He is survived by one son, Robert E. Baker and his
wife,Pam(Hudson,of Ashland,Ohio; and one daughter,Barbara A. (Baker)
Stryker, and her husband, Chet, of Huntingdon. He is also survived by
four sisters and one brother; Mary Louise Dietrich of Cleveland Ohio;
LaVaughn Hennepeck of Rosenburg, Ore., Gladys Ferrence of Cleveland,
Ohio; Donna Sadowski of Tucson, Ariz., and John baker of Indiana, PA. He
was preceded in death by one brother, Gordon Baker, and one sister,
Bernice Gallo. Mr Baker was a member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic
Church, Huntingdon. He was a member of the Frank P. Hommon Post No. 24
American Legion, Huntingdon. He attended Hastings public schools and
graduated from Hastings High School with the Class of 1937. He served in
the United States Air Force during World War II in the China-Burma-India
Theatre of Operations and attained the rank of corporal. While employed
by the Wolf Furniture Co., Mr. Baker attended numerous business seminars
throughout the Uni ted States., including the University of Notre Dame,
Northwestern University and Penn State University.From 1947 until his
retirement in 1981, he was employed for over 34 years by the Wolf
Furniture Co. ,managing the Huntingdon store from 1959 until 1973. He
was subsequently transferred to the Altoona, Dubois and Clearfield
stores. Following his retirement from Wolf Furniture, he worked for four
years, on a part-time basis, for the J.C. Penney Co. in Dubois. In
February 1995, he accepted employment wi th the Konica Quali ty Photo
Co. Mr Baker was an avid Bass and trout fisherm n and enj oyed shooting
pool in the Huntingdon County Pool League since 1990. He also enj oyed
gaming trips to Charlestown, W. Va., and Atlantic City N.J. . An avid
traveler, he and his family visited all 50 states, South America and
Europe.He was particularly interested in his family, his home and home
improvement projects. Internment in Huntingdon Memorial Gardens, Walker
Township, Huntingdon. 

MAX EDGAR BRENNEMAN 46 years with Owens-Corning and Predecessor Max
Edgar Brenneman, 96, a resident of Meadowview Manor, Mcveytown died
Oct,16, 2003 at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born Nov. 15,
1906 in Huntingdon, he was the son of the late Harry B. and Effie Mae
(Stouffer) Brenneman. He was united in marriage to Marian Rebecca Brown
May 17, 1930, in Bellefoonte, by the Rev. Gaste. Mrs Brenneman preceded
him in death Aug. 13, 1993.He is survived by one daughter, Barbara
(Brenneman) Grubb and her husband, Eugene, of Huntingdon; six
grandchildren; Deborah (Grubb) Gibboney, Amy (Grubb) Musser, Max E.
Grubb, and his wife, Sandra, Kristen Andersen and Matthew Andersen;
eight reat-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. He IS
survived by one sister, Margaret t Brenneman) Harshbarger of Huntingdon.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Mrs. Eric (Rebecca Brenneman)
Andersen; three brothers, Richard Brenneman, Robert Brenneman and
William Brenneman; and two sisters, Adeline (brenneman) Isenberg and
Ann(Brenneman) Gustshall. Mr. Brenneman was a member of the First
Regular Baptist Church, Huntingdon, where he was a former deacon and
trustee. He was a member of the Owens-Corning Fiberglas Retiree
Association and was a founder and former director of the Owens-Corning
Fiberglas Federal Credi t Union. Mr. Brenneman attended Huntingdon
public schools and graduated from Huntingdon High School with the class
of 1924. He was employed for over 46 years by the Susquehanna Silk Mills
and is successor, Owens-Corning Fiberglas. He retired in 1971 from OCF'
s production accounting, cost controls and budget department. He enjoyed
hunting, fishing and readingInternment in Huntingdon Memorial Gardens,
Walker Township, Huntingdon. 

R. EARL HESS U.S. Navy Veteran R. Earl Hess 75, of Huntingdon, Walker
Township died at J"C... Blair Memorial Hospital,Huntingdon, Born April
17, 1928, in Huntingdon he was the son of the late Samuel B. and Dora A.
(Garner) Hes s. He is survived by three brothers and one sister; Paul R.
Hess of CampHi 11, L. Dorine Abbott of Port Richey, Fla., and Dale E.
Hess and Dean W. Hess and Dean W. Hess, both of McConnellstown. He is
also survived by a number of nieces, nephews, grandnieces and
grandnephews. Mr. Hess was a members of Trini ty United Church of
Christ, McConnellstown. He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars,
Wellsboro; Loyal Order of Moose Lodge No. 223, Huntingdon; Frank P.
Hommon American Legion Post No. 24, Huntingdon, BPO Elks Lodge No. 976
Huntingdon, Bald Hill Bear Camp, Hagerstown, MD; and the NAtional Rifle
Association. Mr. Hess attended Huntingdon High School and left school in
the 10th grade to join the United States Navy during World War II. He
enlisted in the U.S. Navy May 16, 1945, in Pittsburgh and served until
Feb. 10, 1947, when he was discharged at San Francisco, Calif. He
enlisted again Feb. 11, 1947, and served in the U.S. Navy Reserve until
Nov. 7, 1954, with District Staff Headquarters 4ND,. Mr. Hess had a
number of jobs over the years. Following his two tours with the U. S.
Navy, he went to work for General Electric in Erie as a refrigerator
trim assembler. He later worked for Fairchild Engine and Airplane
Corporation, Hagerstown. MD. He was fireman for a number of years at Sun
Oil Co., Marcus Hook, were he handled the transfer of crude oil. He
later owned and operated Highway Texaco in Alexandria, the predecessor
to Valley Car Care. After selling his service station, he worked for
John Dysard's Garage for a number of years and mowed grass for a private
contractor at Raystown Lake. He was a lifetime resident of Huntingdon
County, except for periods when his employment took him out of the area.
He was an avid hunter and enj oyed old cars. He was a great supporter of
the University of Pittsburgh Panthers. Private internment in
McConnellstown. CH 

HELEN (Balmer) ULRICH Helen (Balmer) Ulrich, 94, of Palmyra, passed away Oct.
18, 2003,at Frye Village in Middletown where she was a resident. She was
born April 19, 1909, in Palmyra,the daughter of the late David P. and
Mary Jane (Goodman)Balmer. She was united in marriage to Foster G.
Ulrich Aug. 17, 1929. Her husband of 58 years proceded her in death in
1988. She is survived by three sons; Foster G. Ulrich Jr., his wife
Lois, of Huntingdon; John F. Ulrich, and his wife, Bonnie, of
Harrisburg; and Dr. Thomas A. Ulrich, and his wife, Gloria, of
Chambersburg; seven grandchildren; and six greatgrandchildren. She was
the last surviving member of her immediate family, having been proceded
in death by three brothers, David R. Balmer, Cyrus G. Balmer and Harold
H. Balmer, and one sister, Dorothy (Balmer)Reigle. Mrs. Ulrich was a
member of Trini ty United Church of Christ, Palmyra, where she had been
a Sunday School teacher, president of the women's Guild and a member of
the Church Renewal Group. She was also a teacher for the time release
Christian Education program, a Cub Scout Den mother and one of the early
leaders in Girl Scouts U.S.A. A past-president of the Women's Club of
Palmyra, Mrs. Ulrich also served as a chairwoman of the Palmyra Friends
of the Public Library and chair of Palmyra's ini tial house tour. She
had also been a committeewoman for the Republican party of Lebanon
County and a member of the Palmyra Garden Club. In 1958, she was honored
by the Palmyra Rotary Club as "Woman of the Year". For many years, she
was a buyer and department manager for the former Hershey Department
Store from which she retired in 1971. 

William Victor MORNINGSTAR, 49, of 2805 Montwood Lane, Bremerton, Wash.,
and formerly of Hummelstown, died Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2003, at his home.
He was the son of Robert L. Morningstar of James Creek and the late
Bonita M. (Givens) Morningstar. In addition to his father, he is
survived by a brother, Scott R. Morningstar, husband of Sherry L.
Morningstar of Omak, Wash.; a sister, Bonny L., wife of Joel P. Guzzo of
Middletown; maternal grandmother, Mary M. Givens of Middletown; nieces
Christianna M., wife of Clement Walker of Hummelstown; Jennifer R. Guzzo
of Middletown; Rebecca J. Guzzo of Tempe, Ariz.; Tara E., wife of Robert
Gipson of Fayettville, NC; Brooke R. Morningstar of Omak; and a nephew,
Virgil S. Morningstar of Jackson Hole, Wyo.. Great-niece Chloe Gipson of
Fayettville, N.C., also survives. Mr. Morningstar attended Hillcrest
Assembly of God Church, in Bremerton. He was a graduate of Hershey High
School, Hershey, and the University of Illinois, Champaign, Ill. Mr.
Morningstar was a federal government employee for almost 25 years,
beginning his career at the Fleet Material Support Office in
Mechanicsburg and then transferring to Bremerton where he was a
supervisory information technology specialist for the U.S. Navy Pacific
Fleet. He was the recipient of numerous awards, including being named
National Outstanding Handicapped Federal Employee of 1981 and finalist
in the Outstanding Department of the Navy Employee with Disabilities
Program in 1995 and 1998. Victor, as he was known to his family and many
friends, enjoyed hunting, working with computers and being in the
outdoors. Funeral services will he held at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3, at the
Matinchek & Daughter Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 260 E. Main
St., Middletown, with the Rev. Buddy Baird officiating. Burial will be
in the Russellville United Methodist Cemetery, James Creek, at 2 p.m.
Tuesday. 

Anna Lucille (Bridgett) BELLANTE, 81, a resident of the Oaks at
Westminster Woods, Huntingdon, since July 2003, and formerly of
Meadowview Manor, McVeytown, and Huntingdon, died at 6:05 p.m. Thursday,
Oct. 30, 2003, at the Oaks. She had been in failing health. Born Dec.
20, 1921, in Washington, D.C., she was the daughter of the late Francis
D. and Mary W. (Parker) Bridgett. She was united in marriage to Michael
Charles Bellante Oct. 30, 1938, at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church,
Huntingdon, by the Rev. Cain. Mr. Bellante preceded her in death Dec.
16. 1974. Mrs. Bellante was one of 13 children. Her siblings are as
follows; Daniel Bridgett of Martinsburg, W.Va.; Donnie Bridgett, George
Bridgett; Louise (Bridgett) Shemhel; Elsie Bridgett; Adela (Bridgett)
Avery; Dorothy (Bridgett) Baynes; Frances (Bridgett) Bellante; Fannie
(Bridgett) Bellante; Myrtle Bridgett; and Thadeus Bridgett, who preceded
in death in his infancy. She is survived by a number of nieces and
nephews. Mrs. Bellante was a member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic
Church, Huntingdon. She was a former member of the Auxiliary to the
Frank P. Hommon Post No. 24 American Legion, Huntingdon. Along with her
husband, she co-owned and operated Micky's Bar and Texas Lunch on
Washington St. in Huntingdon, and later operated the East End Pizza
Shop. also on Washington St., Huntingdon. She enjoyed exotic birds and
cats. A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, at Most
Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Huntingdon, with the Rev. David J.
Arseneault officiating. Interment will be made in Holy Cross Cemetery,
245 Standing Stone Avenue, Huntingdon. 

Edna M. POWELL, 83, formerly of Hesston, R.R. 1, and a resident of the
Shirley Home in Shirleysburg since 1985, died at 8:05 a.m. Friday, Oct.
31, 2003 at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital in Huntingdon. Born Dec. 18,
1919, in Saltillo, she was the daughter of John F. and Golda P (Hamman)
Powell. She is survived by three sisters; Marie P. Hetrick of
Alexandria, R.R. 1; Estle C. Powell, of Huntingdon, R.R.3; and Faye D.
Baker of Hesston, R.R.3. She was preceded in death by one sister,
Beatrice Powell. Ms. Powell was a member of the Church of the Nazarene
in McConnellstown. She enjoyed embroidery. A private funeral service
will be held at the convenience of her family at the Robert E. Peters
Funeral Home in Huntingdon with the Rev. Ray L. Earlston officiating.
Interment will be made in the Old Stone Church Cemetery, James Creek.
R.R.l. 

Norman RAMPER, 79, of HCR 1, Robertsdale, died at 7:35 am. Friday, Oct.
31, 2003, at his home in Todd Township. Born Dec. 11, 1923, in Todd
Township, he was a son of the late John and Mary (Salata) Ramper. He was
married to the former Norma M. McKnight Aug. 15, 1949 at Todd. Mrs.
Ramper survives at their home. Also surviving are a son, Norman E.
Johnson of Newton Falls, Ohio, three grandchildren and five
great-grandsons. The following were reared for a time in the Ramper home
and also survive; Robert Crotsley of Shirleysburg, Norman Crotsley and
Brian Crotsley, both of McConnellstown, and Stacie Crotsley of
Petersburg. Also surviving are two sisters, Ethel Didyk of Rohertsdale
and Mary Shade of Hesston. Six brothers and three sisters preceded him
in death. Mr. Ramper was a member of the Cooks United Methodist Church,
R.R. Robertsdale. He was also a member of Watson-Black Post 126 American
Legion in Broad Top. Mr. Ramper retired in 1973 from Letterkenny Army
Depot in Chambersburg after 23 years service. He was a veteran of World
War II, serving with the U.S. Army. Funeral service will be held at 2
p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 4, at the Trough Creek United Methodist Church in
Todd with Dr. Theodore F. Kiffer officiating. Interment will be made at
Trough Creek Cemetery, Todd.