Huntingdon Daily News Obituaries, September 2002
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John W. BICKLE Sr., Box 226, 54, of R.R. 3, Huntingdon, died at 4:35 am,
Sunday, Sept. 1, 2002, at his home Born Aug. 23, 1948, in Huntingdon, he
was a son of George H. and Lena M. (Jenkins) Bickle. His mother survives
at Huntingdon, R.R. 3. He was twice married; first to Bertha Keller in
1972. She preceded him in death in 1989. His second marriage was to Jean
Close in 1986. She survives in Huntingdon. He is survived by two sons,
John W, Bickle Jr.. Huntingdon; and Kevin A. Bickle, Huntingdon. R.R.3;
and one stepdaughter, Cassandra L. Baker, Bedford. There are two
grandchildren. Two sisters and two brothers survive: Catherine Sechrest,
Mapleton; Linda Isenberg and George Bickle, both of Huntingdon; and Bob
Bickle, Corpus Christi, Texas. He was preceded in death by one brother,
Paul Bickle. He was a 1969 graduate of Huntingdon Area High School. He
was a member of Standing Stone Post No. 1754, Veterans of Foreign Wars,
Huntingdon, and McConnellstown volunteer Fire Company. He was a Vietnam
veteran, having served with the U.S. Army, Battery D of 5/2 Artillery.
He received the Vietnam Service medal and Vietnam Campaign medal. He had
worked in the environmental services department at J.C. Blair Memorial
Hospital, Huntingdon. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Funeral
services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, at the Robert E.
Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. George "Buddy" Baird
officiating. Interment will be made in Monroe Valley Cemetery,
Orbisonia. 

Blaine A. MENTZER, 77, of HCR 61, Box 420, Mill Creek, died at 4:45 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 1, 2002, at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey.
Born March 13, 1925, in Wayne Township, Mifflin County, he was a son of
the late Russel and Olive (Gutshall) Mentzer. He was twice married:
first to Edna Crownover June 2, 1946, who preceded him in death; then to
Loey Carson June 12, 1994, who survives at their home. He is survived by
two daughters, Fay Montgomery, Greencastle; and Donna Bollinger, Mill
Creek; and a stepson, Randy Carson, Mill Creek. There are ten
grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He is also survived by the
following brothers and sisters: Esther Wagner, Lewistown; Helen Mellott
and Flo Scott, both of Mount Union; Grace Miller, Shirleysburg; Merrill
Mentzer, Shippensburg: and Dale Mentzer, Wilmington, Del. Two sisters
and four brothers preceded him in death: Ruth Kyler, Freda Mentzer, and
Earl, Cloyd. Jeremiah and Carl Mentzer. Mr. Mentzer was a member of the
Mill Creek Baptist Church. A veteran of World War II, he served as a
U.S. Army private first class with the 303rd Troop Carrier Squadron of
the 442nd TIC Group. He retired as a supervisor from Letterkenny Army
Depot. He enjoyed camping and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Funeral
services will be held at 11 am. Friday, Sept. 6, at the Robert E. Peters
Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Raymond C. Crownover
officiating. Interment will be made in Mountainview Cemetery, Mill
Creek.

Richard E. GLENN, 76, of 1124 Miffin St., Huntingdon, died at 7:25 a.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2002, at Huntingdon Manor, Warm Springs Avenue,
Huntingdon. Born Dec. 7, 1925, in Corsica, he was a son of the late
Elmer N. and Anna L. (Holden) Glenn. He was twice married; first, to
Ermina Wilkinson who preceded him in death and then to Velma (Shirokey)
Casner Oct. 16, 1988. She survives at their home. He is survived by one
son, Alan R. Glenn. Gaithersburg, Md.; two stepsons, Chester Staley,
Ballston Spa, N.Y., and Ronald Staley, Watertown, N.Y., and one
stepdaughter, Mary Pyles. Huntingdon. There are two grandchildren, five
step grandchildren and seven step great-grandchildren. A sister, Norma
Jean Davis, Madera, also survives. He was preceded in death by one son,
Terry L. Glenn, and one brother, Jack H. Glenn. Mr. Glenn was a member
of Madera Presbyterian Church, Madera. He was a life member of Madera
Veterans of Foreign Wars and a member of Frank P. Hommon Post 24
American Legion, Huntingdon. A graduate of Corsica High School, Corsica,
he was a United States Army veteran stationed in Germany during World
War II. He was a heavy equipment operator in coal strip mines in the
C1earfield area for 15 years, then worked in the construction field in
various parts of Pennsylvania for 30 years, retiring in 1987. Funeral
services will be held at 10 am. Saturday, Sept. 7, at the Robert E.
Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Revs. Harold Williams and
Thomas Klein officiating. 

George N. LLOYD, 93, of 9l7 Mifflin St., Huntingdon, died at 9:50 am.
Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2002, at the Hollidaysburg Veterans Home,
Hollidaysburg. Born Dec. 17, 1908. in Alexandria, he was a son of the
late George W. and Bertha (Altman) Lloyd. He was united in marriage to
M. Inelda Isenberg July 8, 1933, in Frederick, Md. Mrs. Lloyd preceded
him in death March 4, 1997. One son, Robert D. Lloyd, Hesston. R.R. 1,
survives. There are three grandchildren and one great-grandson One son,
Richard Max Lloyd, preceded him in death. He was the last surviving
member of his immediate family having been preceded in death by one
sister, Freda Lloyd and one brother, Guy Lloyd. Mr. Lloyd was a member
of Abbey Reformed Church-United Church of Christ, Huntingdon. He had
been a life member of Standing Stone Post 1754 Veterans of Foreign Wars,
Huntingdon, and had been a member of the Huntingdon Lions Club. A 1927
graduate of Alexandria High School. he owned and operated Lloyd’s
Delicatessen, in Huntingdon, from 1957-1970. He then went to work in the
cafeteria at Huntingdon Area High School. From 1976-1997, he was
bookkeeper for Jon Dysard’s Garage in Smithfield, Huntingdon. He was a
World War II veteran who served with the 3161st Signal Service Company
of the U.S. Army, stationed in Okinawa, Japan. Private funeral services
will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be made in
Alexandria Presbyterian Cemetery, Alexandria. 

Nancy L. (Allison) DECKER, 65, of 3247 Cold Springs Road, Huntingdon,
formerly of 178 Graylyn Drive, Anderson, S.C., died at 9:05 am,
Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2002, at her home. Born April 27, 1937, in
Huntingdon, she was a daughter of the late James Gibson "Gib" and Emily
(Snyder) Allison. She was united in marriage to James K. Decker June 15,
1958, at the Fifteenth Street Methodist Church, Huntingdon, by the Rev.
Ferdinand Derk. Mr. Decker survives at their home. One daughter and one
son survive: Natalie Cantrell and James K. Decker Jr., both of
Huntingdon. There are two grandchildren. One sister, Peggy Bumbarger,
McConnellstown, also survives, along with several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by one son, Rodney Matthew Decker Sr., Sept.
4, 1986. One sister, Ethel Jane Horton, and one brother, Blair C.
Allison, also preceded her in death. Mrs. Decker was a member of the
Fifteenth Street United Methodist Church, Huntingdon, where she was a
member of the "Merri Methodists" and was active in the Sunday School
both as a student and teacher. In Huntingdon, she was a former member of
the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, was a den mother with the Boy Scouts of
America and was a member of the Hunringdon Country Club. In Anderson,
she was a member of the Cobb’s Glen Country Club and the Anderson
Country Club. She was also active in the Meals on Wheels Program and the
VITA program. She attended the Huntingdon public schools and graduated
with honors from Huntingdon High School with the Class of 1953. While
residing in Huntingdon, she was employed by General Finance Corporation
and the Pennsylvania Unemployment Compensation office. During her tenure
in Anderson, she was a real estate agent until her retirement in 1996.
Mrs. Decker enjoyed contract bridge. volunteerism and travel. Funeral
services will he held at 11 am, Saturday. Sept. 7, at the Fifteenth
Street United Methodist Church, 1500 Moore Street, Huntingdon, with the
Rev. David L. Dearing officiating. Interment will be made in Riverview
Cemetery, Huntingdon. 

Mary E. BEAVER, 73, of Bellmeade Manor, 1929 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd.,
Altoona, formerly of 518 Mifflin St. Huntingdon, died at 4:07 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2002, at Altoona Hospital, Altoona. She had resided
at the manor for the past two months. Born March 17, 1929, in
Huntingdon. she was the daughter of the late Harry Theodore and Mary
Elizabeth (Kelly) Beaver. She never married. One brother, Theodore
Beaver, preceded her in death. Miss Beaver was a member of Most Holy
Trinity Catholic Church, Huntingdon. A funeral Mass will be celebrated
at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 9, at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Sixth
and Washington streets, Huntingdon, with the Rev. David J. Arseneault
officiating. Interment will be made in Holy Cross Cemetery, Huntingdon. 

Mary A. ADOLPHSON, 84, of Saxton, R.R., died at 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept.
5, 2002, at the home of her son, Ralph Angelo. She had been in failing
health for the past 14 years. Born in Dudley, Jan. 20, 1918, she was a
daughter of the late Joseph and Lucie (Mosco) Angelo. She was married to
Elliott Adolphson who preceded her in death Dec. 30, 1977. She is
survived by two sons and one daughter, Ralph Angelo, Saxton: Russell
Ramsey, Todd; and Melva Hazzard, Saxton. There are two grandchildren and
two great- grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother, Tony Angelo
of Saxton. One sister and two brothers preceded her in death: Lucy Baker
and Frank and James Angelo. Mrs. Adolphson was of the Catholic faith.
She was a member of and enjoyed the Hopewell Senior Citizens Center. She
was primarily a homemaker. Funeral services will he held at noon today,
Sept. 7, at the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home, Broad Top City, with the
Rev. Patrick Leahey officiating. Interment will be made at Dudley
Methodist Cemetery, Dudley. 

David K. GUYER, 69, of William Penn Nursing Center, Lewistown, formerly
of R.R. 1, Box 251, Huntingdon, Porter Township, died at 5:45 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 5, 2002, at Lewistown Hospital, Lewistown, following an
extended illness. He had resided at the nursing center for one and
one-half years. Born Feb. 8, 1933, in Petersburg, R.R. 1, he was a son
of the late Arthur V. and Thelma (Friday) Guyer. He was united in
marriage to Hilda M. Snyder June 2, 1952, in Huntingdon by the Rev. Lee
Rodgers. Mrs. Guyer survives at the couple’s Huntingdon. R.R. 1,
residence. He is survived by three sons and one daughter: C. David
"Butch" Guyer, Baltimore, Md.; C. Donald Guyer and Darlene K. Bard, both
of Mill Creek, Brady Township; and Douglas L. Guyer, Pasadena, Md. There
are nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Two brothers and one
sister also survive: C. Wayne Guyer and Merle Guyer, both of Huntingdon.
and Vivian Corbin of California. He was preceded in death by two
brothers, Lloyd Guyer and Ronnie Guyer. Mr. Guyer was of the Protestant
faith. A 1951 graduate of the Robertsdale High School, he had been
employed by Owens-Corning Fiberglas and Huntingdon Area High School,
both in Huntingdon. He had also worked for the Pennsylvania Department
of Transportation. Following 20 years of service, he retired, in 1990,
from Sealy Mattress Company, Baltimore, Md. He enjoyed hunting. Funeral
services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9, at the John B. Brown
Funeral Home, 417 Washington St., Huntingdon, with the Rev. Henry A.
Theys officiating. Interment will be made in Donation Cemetery, Oneida
Township, Huntingdon. 

Catherine M. LARAIA, 81, of 314 Lexington Ave., Altoona, died Thursday.
Sept. 5, 2002, at Altoona Hospital, Altoona. Born March 10, 1921, in
Petersburg, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Elizabeth (Bigelow)
Cutchall. She was married to Louis Laraia. Mr. Laraia preceded her in
death. She is survived by one daughter, Judith Laraia, Cleveland, Ohio,
and one son, Richard Cutchall of California. There are seven
grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Three sisters survive:
Verna Lightner, Petersburg; Francis Feathers, Altoona; and Phyllis
Wacker, Pittsburgh. Two grandchildren, Catherine and John Laraia, who
were reared in the home, also survive. She was preceded in death by one
son, Louis Jr. and one daughter, Gloria Jean. Mrs. Laraia was primarily
a homemaker. She did volunteer work for the Association for Retarded
Citizens (ARC). Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 9
at the Leslie E. Axe Funeral Home, 1520 Fourth St., Altoona, with Pastor
Daniel G. Shultz, officiating. Interment will be made in Calvary
Cemetery, Altoona.

Marcia N. RISHEL, 70, of 249 N. Monroe St., Bellefonte, died at 8 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 6, 2002, at Centre Community Hospital, College Township,
State College. Born Sept. 13, 1931, in Huntingdon, she was a daughter of
the late Frederick E. and Blanche (Wagner) Trone She was adopted by
Charles H. and Nellie (Grove) Stong, who preceded her in death. She
married Lester E. Rishel March 18, 1951, in Petersburg. Mr. Rishel
preceded her in death April 19, 1986. She is survived by one daughter
and two sons: Mona Beth Rishel-Shissler, Fort Hill; Thomas B. Rishel,
Valley View; and Gregg B. Rishel. Layton, Utah. There are four
grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister, Rita Luther of York.
and two brothers, Charles Stong, Corryopolis and Kermit Stong, Aberdeen,
Md. Mrs. Rishel was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of
Bellefonte. She was a volunteer for the Centre County Library
Association. A 1949 graduate of Huntingdon High School, she was a
homemaker. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12,
at the First Presbyterian Church, 203 North Spring St., Bellefonte, with
the Rev. Douglas S. Elder officiating. Arrangements are under the
direction of the Wetzler Funeral Home, 206 N. Spring St., Bellefonte.

Bessie A. GARBER, 82, of 331 Penn St., Huntingdon, died at 2:24 am,
Saturday, Sept. 7, 2002, in the Palliative Care Unit at Altoona
Hospital, Altoona. Born June 10,1920, in Blue Ball, Lancaster County,
she was a daughter of the late Isaac B. and Mary Ellen (Woomer) Fink.
She was united in marriage to Charles J. Garber Oct. 20, 1938, in
Maryland. Mr. Garber preceded her in death July 19, 1992. She is
survived by six sons and one daughter: Robert H. Garber and Richard L.
Garber, both of Huntingdon; Isaac G. Garber, Charles J. Garber Jr. and
Donald E. Garber, all of Barree: Marvin L. Garber, Hesston and Jane F
Zepp, Manchester, Md. There are four grandchildren and three
great-grandchildren. Two sisters survive; Anna Bowser of Huntingdon and
Edith Boonie of Neffs Mills. She was preceded in death by nine siblings
and an infant great-granddaughter, Rachel Marie Garber, Nov. 13. 1972..
Mrs. Garber was an active and faithful member of Word of Life
Fellowship, Huntingdon, R.R. 2. She was a member and daily participant
in the activities of the Standing Stone Senior Citizens Center and
during her residency in Barree, she was active in the Juniata Valley
Senior Center activities. She had been a resident of Huntingdon County
since her marriage. A mother, grandmother and homemaker, she enjoyed all
types of crafts. Funeral services will he held at 10 am, Tuesday, Sept.
10, at the Cutright-Speck Funeral Home, 207 Ridge Road, Smithfield,
Huntingdon, with Pastor Stephen Watkins officiating. Interment will he
made in Mooresville Cemetery, Petersburg. R.R. 2. 

Ted William MILLER, 65, of HCR 62, Shade Gap, died at 11:40 p.m. Sunday,
Sept. 8, 2002. at the Fulton County Medical Center, McConnellsburg. Born
June 18, 1937, in Dublin Township, Huntingdon County, he was a son of
the late Howard and Hilda (Baer) Miller. He was married to Isabell
Harker June 30, 1973. Mrs. Miller survives at their home. Two daughters
survive: Kathy Miller and Jodie Miller Henry, both of Shade Gap. There
is one grandson. Two sisters and one brother also survive: Alda Rose
Miller, John Miller and Jane Moore, all of Shade Gap. Mr. Miller was of
the Protestant faith. Until 1993, he had been employed as a foundry
worker He also enjoyed farming. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia,
with the Rev. Tim Miller officiating. Interment will be made in Pleasant
Hill Cemetery, Shade Gap, R.R.

Cambridge Graham BECKEL JR., 88, of Charlottesville, Va., died Monday,
Sept. 9, 2002, in Charlottesville. Born Dec. 25, 1913, in Dayton, Ohio,
he was the son of the late Cambridge Graham Beckel and Helen (Willis)
Beckel. He was united in marriage to Christine Brandt. Mrs. Beckel
preceded him in death in March 2002. He is survived by three children:
Margaret Prota, Collierville, Tenn.; Robert G. Beckel, Bethesda, Md.;
and Graham S. Beckel, Los Angeles, Calif. There are seven grandchildren.
A graduate of Dartmouth College, Class of 1937, Mr. Beckel received his
master's in education from New York University. As an Army Lieutenant in
World War II, he served in the North African and Italian Campaigns. He
was awarded the Italian Medal for Valor and the Legion of Merit for
Distinguished Service. He was an intelligence officer on the staff of
Gen. Mack Clark. An educator, he taught for many years in Huntingdon. He
also taught in Westfield, N.J., where he was chairman of the history
department. He taught education at Queens College and was former
director of public relations for the joint council for Economic
Education, also in New York. Later, he was a member of the Advisory
Board on Teacher Education for the Virginia Department of Education and
had his own educational consulting company in Charlottesville. Mr.
Beckel authored two books, "Workshops of the World," the Washington
State Press, and "Capitol Hill," Shuman and was active in the Democratic
Party in Connecticut and Virginia. Interment was made in Maple Grove
Cemetery, Granville, Ohio. 

Betty J. HOCKENBERRY, 72, of HCR 1, Calvin, died at 2:49 a.m. Monday,
Sept. 9, 2002, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born May 7,
1930, in Blair County. she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Edna
(Hess) Crotsley. She was married to John J. Hockenberry Dec. 25, 1948,
in Mapleton. Mr. Hockenberry survives at their home. Four daughters and
two sons survive: Jeannette A. Hess, Todd; John C. Hockenberry,
Cassville; Bonnie J. Price, Mapleton; Shirley D. Everts, Crystal
Springs; David J. Hockenberry, Saltillo; and Patricia C. Oswald, Three
Springs. There are 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She is
also survived by one brother and one sister, James Crotsley and Patricia
Klaverweiden, both of Jamestown, Calif. She was preceded in death by one
sister, Rose Hartley, and two brothers, Raymond "Mike" Crotsley and
Willie J. "Barney" Crotsley. Mrs. Hockenberry was a member of Beavertown
Bible Church, Todd, R.R. In addition to being a homemaker, she retired
from US Sports, Huntingdon and had once been employed by Robin Footwear,
Mount Union. She was an avid baker, seamstress and gardener who enjoyed
her family. Funeral services will he held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 12,
at the Beavertown Bible Church, Todd, R.R., with the Rev. James S.
Thomas officiating. Interment will be made at Cassville Cemetery. hour
prior to the service Thursday. 

Paul Franklin BEAVER, 96, formerly of R.R. 3, Box 25, Huntingdon, Walker
Township, died at 1:18 am. Monday, Sept. 9, 2002. at Valley View Haven
Retirement Center, Belleville. where he had been residing. Born Nov. 1,
1905, in Entriken, he was a son of the late Samuel Larance and Leda
Bessie (Stone) Beaver. He married Beulah Frances Robb Jan. 18, 1925, at
the Reformed Church in McConnellstown. Mrs. Beaver preceded him in death
July 27, 1988. He is survived by two daughters and one son: Mrs. Zane
(Jean) Householder, Warren, Ohio; Frannie Coffman, Altoona; and R.
Franklin Beaver, Huntingdon. He is also survived by six grandchildren,
six great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. One sister,
Margaret Thompson of Martinsburg, survives. He was preceded in death by
an infant son, Paul Zane Beaver, in 1926, and two brothers, Ralph and
Glen Beaver. Mr. Beaver was an active and faithful member of the Trinity
United Church of Christ, Railroad Street, McConnellstown. A lifetime
resident of Huntingdon County, he attended public schools in
Marklesburg. He retired in 1970 after many years of service with Reeves
Parvin Company, Huntingdon. where he had been a foreman and a salesman.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing and bowling and especially enjoyed his
family.. It was Mr. Beaver’s request and the family’s wishes that there
he no public viewing or visitation. Private funeral services were held
today at the Cutright-Speck Funeral Home, 207 Ridge Road, Smithfield
Township, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Dr. Keith A. Kensinger officiating.
Interment was made in McConnellstown Cemetery. 

Frank E. SZCZERBA, 75, of 33 E. Water St., Mount Union, died at 9:45 am.
Monday, Sept. 9, 2002, following a lengthy illness. Born March 14, 1927,
in Huntingdon, he was a son of the late John and Sophia (Szczerba)
Szczerba. He was united in marriage to Magdaline "Maggie" Sweatlock July
6, 1957, at St. Catherine’s Roman Catholic Church, Mount Union, by the
Rev. John B. Golias. His wife survives. He is survived by one daughter,
Debra A. Szczerba, Mount Union, and one son. Frank A. Szczerba, DuBois.
There are three grandchildren Seven sisters and one brother survive:
Catherine Yantz, Mechanicsburg; Mary Panasiti. Tyrone: Stella Bodner,
Mount Union: Anna Olivo. John Szczerba, Sophia "Babe" Los and his twin
sister, Frances Remek, all of Huntingdon: and Julie Turiano, Altoona.
One sister, Sophia Szczerba, preceded him in death. Mr. Szczcrba was a
member of St. Catherine’s Roman Catholic Church, Mount Union. He was a
lifetime member of both the Standing Stone Veterans of Foreign wars Post
1754, Huntingdon, and the American Legion Post, Mount Union. He was also
a member of the Huntingdon Moose Lodge, the Mount Union Historical
Society, the Mount Union Chamber of Commerce and the Bricktown Seniors
of Mount Union. He attended Huntingdon High School. A veteran of the
U.S. Navy, he served in the Pacific Theater during world War II. He
retired in 1987 from Owens-Corning Fiberglas, Huntingdon, where he
worked as a mechanic and group leader for 40 years. Most recently, he
was co-owner of the Mount Union Car Wash, Mount Union. and the
Thirteenth Street Laundromat, Huntingdon. A funeral Mass will he held at
10 am. Thursday, Sept. 12, at St. Catherine’s Roman Catholic Church, 205
W. Market St., Mount Union. with the Rev. Elwood Figurelle officiating.
Interment will he made in Holy Cross Cemetery, Huntingdon. 

Elam F. "Jim" HILLYARD, 78, formerly of Belington, W.Va., died at 10:40
p.m. Monday, Sept. 9, 2002, at Huntingdon Manor. For the past six months
he has resided with his sister, Mary K. Seltzer, at Huntingdon, RR. 3.
He had been in failing health. Born Sept. 17, 1924, in Belington, he was
a son of the late Walter and Onie (Philipps) Hillyard. He is survived by
the following brother and sisters: Thaona Barker, Warren, Ohio; Mary
Kathryn Steltzer, Huntingdon, R.R. 3.; Opal Marie Wagner, Belington,
W.Va.; and David Earl Hillyard. Akron, Ohio. He was preceded in death by
three brothers and three sisters. Mr. Hillyard was of the Protestant
faith. He was a graduate of Belington High School, Belington, W.Va. He
was honorably discharged as an Army staff sergeant in 1965 following 22
years of military service, including tours of duty during World War II
and the Korean Conflict. Following his military service, he managed
several motels and was the owner of a restaurant in Ohio for several
years. There will be no local funeral services. Funeral arrangements are
under the direction of the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union.
Interment will be made in Valley Bend Cemetery, Belington.

Ethelda M. "Petie" ZERCHER, 74, of 26 Ruth Drive, Gordonville, died
Monday, Sept. 9, 2002, at her home, following a two-year battle with
lung cancer. Born in Three Springs, she was a daughter of Walter E. and
Adaline E. (Snyder) Everhart. Her mother survives in Three Springs. She
was married to Donald H. Zercher. Mr. Zercher survives. She is also
survived by three daughters and two sons: Mrs. Ronald (Cheryl A.)
Witman, Narvon; Mrs. Ken (Kathy S.) Bosley, Wahington Borough; Christine
E. Whitsel, Manheim; Jack A. Whitsel, Craley; and Thomas L. Whitsel, New
Providence. A stepson, Kenneth Zercher, Mannheim, Germany. survives.
There are 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. One brother and
one sister survive: Jack Everhart and Mrs. James (Audrey J.) House, both
of Three Springs. Mrs. Zercher was of the Methodist faith. She was a
meat wrapper in the deli department of Pathmark Supermarket, Harrisburg
and Reading. She retired in 1990 after 20 years of service. She enjoyed
crafts, reading, writing letters and going to the seashore and to the
Poconos. Funeral services were held Friday, Sept. 13, at the Andrew T.
Scheid Funeral Home, Millersville. Interment was made in Millersville
Mennonite Cemetery, Millersville.

Harold Eueene "Hat" BROWN, 90, of Warriors Mark, died Tuesday, Sept. 10,
2002, at his residence. Born Dec. 25, 1911. in Williamsburg, he was a
son of the late John Harrison and Pearl (Keller) Brown. He married V.
Isabel Clark Sept. 20. 1942. at Spring Mount Church of the Brethren,
Warriors Mark. Mrs. Brown survives. One sister; Gladys Ellenberger of
Pennsylvania Furnace, survives along with several nieces and nephews. He
was preceded in death by one sister and two brothers. Mr. Brown was an
active member of the Spring Mount Church of the Brethren where he was a
lifetime deacon and was treasurer for 27 years. He was a charter member
of the Warriors Mark-Franklin Volunteer Fire Co. and Fire Police and a
member of the Standing Stone Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1754,
Huntingdon, and the Warriors Mark Senior Citizens. He was a 1931
graduate of Petersburg Vocational High School. A veteran of World War
II, he was a staff sergeant in the 81st Infantry Division, serving in
the Asiatic-Pacific area, from 1942-1945. Prior to that, he was
stationed at Fort Indiantown Gap from 1940-1941. in the military
reserves. He was employed in the Department of Mineral Industries of
Penn State University, retiring in 1974, following 25 years of service.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, at Spring
Mount Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Warren MacEachern and Joan
Smith officiating. Interment will be made in Spring Mount Cemetery.

Lucy Virginia (McClain) CORCELIUS, 86, of R.R. 2, Box 351, Huntingdon,
died at 8:40 am. Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2002, at her residence. She lived in
the Oneida Township area most of her life. Born June 8, 1916, in
Ardenheim. Henderson Township, she was a daughter of the late Charles
and Ellen (Long) McClain. She married John W. Corcelius in November
1936. Mr. Corcelius preceded her in death June 12, 1977. She is survived
by one daughter and one son: Mrs. John (Joan) Madden of Montoursville,
and Carl M. Corcelius of Huntingdon. There are nine grandchildren and 11
great-grandchildren. One son, Charles M. Corcelius, preceded her in
death. She was also preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters:
Marlin McClain, Carl McClain, Marie Crouse, Leona Swanger and Zana Long.
Mrs. Corcelius was a member of the Mill Creek United Methodist Church,
Mill Creek. She attended public schools in Huntingdon County. During the
1940s. she was employed at Hertzler and Zook, Belleville. She later
worked at the Greenwood Nursery. She retired from Penn State University
in 1977 where she had been a cook. Until recently, her favorite hobby
was cooking. She will be most remembered for her great love for her
family. She enjoyed bird watching. Funeral services will be held at 11
am. Friday, Sept. 13, at the John B. Brown Funeral Home Inc., 417
Washington St., Huntingdon, with the Rev. J Faust Hissong officiating.
Interment will be made in Mountainview Cemetery, Brady Township, Mill
Creek. 

Cloyd S. "Sonny" RHODES, 64, of James Creek, died at 1:50 p.m. Tuesday,
Sept. 10, 2002, at Altoona Hospital, Altoona. Born July 18, 1938, in
Entriken, he was a son of the late Cloyd H. and Carrie (Norris) Rhodes.
He was united in marriage to Barbara Barnett Sept. 23, 1967, in the
Trough Creek United Methodist Church. Mrs. Rhodes survives. He is also
survived by two sons, Steven C. Rhodes and David R. Rhodes, both of
James Creek. There is one grandson. Thirteen brothers and sisters
survive. He was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Hayley. As a
child, Mr. Rhodes attended the Entriken Church. He was employed as a
heavy equipment operator at New Enterprise Stone and Lime Co. for over
30 years. He was also a forest fire warden for many years. He enjoyed
hunting, fishing, gardening, woodworking and cutting firewood.
Interment, in the Todd Cemetery, will be private at the convenience of
the family. Arrangements are under the direction of the Curtis A. Heath
Funeral Home, Broad Top City.

Margaret Ella MILLER, 82, of Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia,
formerly of Fort Littleton, died at 8:22 am. Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2002,
at Woodland. Born Dec. 15, 1919. in Mapleton, she was a daughter of the
late James Martin and Nettie (Knepper) Gladfelter. She was married to
James S. Miller in 1935. Mr. Miller preceded her in death April 27,
1986. She is survived by three sons: Carry E. Miller, Shade Gap; Barry
A. Miller, West Palm Beach, Fla.: and James S. Miller Jr.,
McConnellshurg. There are four grandchildren and six
great-grandchildren. Infant twin girls, Joan and June, preceded her in
death. She was also predeceased by one brother, Lester Gladfelter, and
three sisters, Beryle Warnick. Louise Wiseman and Mary Everhart. Mrs.
Miller was of the Protestant faith. In earlier years, she had worked at
local clothing and shoe factories. Funeral services will be held at 2
p.m. Friday, Sept. 13, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home. Orbisonia,
with Pastor Kevin Wade officiating. Interment will be made in the IOOF
Cemetery, Mapleton. 

Agnes R. CONESE, 73, formerly of Cold Springs Road, Huntingdon, died at
2:14 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2002. at Huntingdon Manor, Warm Springs
Avenue, Huntingdon. Born June 9, 1929, in Todd Township, Huntingdon
County, she was a daughter of the late Steve and Ann (Madar) Ramper. She
was twice married: First to William Geissinger who preceded her in
death, then to Frank Conese, who survives at the Cold Springs Road. Four
children survive: Lana J. Loomis, Port Richey, Fla.; William David
Geissinger and Gerald C. Conese, both of Cold Springs Road, Huntingdon;
and Francine M. Barndt, Hesston, R.R. 1. There are three granddaughters.
She is survived by four sisters: Anna Schrenkel, Huntingdon; Margaret
Ramper and Pauline Murray, both of Todd; and Helen Conner, Calvin. Two
brothers, Steve and John, and one sister, Susan, preceded her in death.
Mrs. Conese was a member of St. James Lutheran Church, Huntingdon. She
was the owner and operator of Conese’s Flowers on Cold Springs Road,
Huntingdon before retiring in 1991. Her favorite pastime was gardening.
A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at Trinity
United Church of Christ, McConnellstown, with the Rev. Keith Kensinger
officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of the Robert E.
Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon.

Harold E. DONAHEY, 76, of R.R. 2, Box 194, Mount Union, died Wednesday,
Sept. 11, 2002, at his home. Born May 10, 1926, in Lewistown, he was a
son of the late Ellis J. and Mary G. (Adams) Donahey. He was united in
marriage to Audrey S. Shirey June 11, 1948. Mrs. Donahey preceded him in
death July 1, 2002. He is survived by a son, Russell H. Donahey of
McVeytown. One brother and two sisters also survive: Carl R. Donahey,
Lewistown; and Mrs. Jesse (Mabel) Bilger and Mrs. Robert (Helen) Foust,
both of McVeytown. He was preceded in death by a brother, John W.
Donahey, and a sister, Mrs. Lewis (Margaret) Wilson. Mr. Donahey was a
member of the Strodes Mills Baptist Church where he served on the board
and as treasurer and Sunday School teacher. He also held various other
church offices. He was a past member of the Allenport Lions Club. He
attended McVeytown High School. A US Navy veteran, he served in World
War II and was discharged in 1946. He owned and operated Union Auto
Parts, Mount Union, for 39 years. Funeral services will be held at 10:30
am. Monday, Sept. 16, at Strodes Mills Baptist Church with the Rev.
Jonathan God officiating. Interment will be made in Juniata Memorial
Park.

Beulah (Mench) BUSH, 93. of Meadowview Manor, McVeytown, R.R. 1, died at
1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2002, at JC Blair Memorial Hospital,
Huntingdon. She had formerly resided in Alexandria and in Hesston. Death
was unexpected. Born Feb. 3, 1909. in Williamsburg, R.R., Blair County,
she was the daughter of the late Samuel E. and Bessie Jane (Walker)
Mench. She was married to Carl Gage Bush June 6, 1928, in Cuyahioga
Falls, Ohio. Mr. Bush preceded her in death Aug. 4. 1993. She is
survived by one son, Dr. Carl G. Bush Jr., Attleboro, Mass. There are
seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in
death by one son, Dr. Walter M. Bush: two granddaughters, Elisabeth Bush
and Jennifer (Bush) Keffer; and one brother, Glenn Mench. Mrs. Bush was
a charter member of the Calvary Independent Baptist Church, Huntingdon.
She was a member of Standing Stone Senior Citizens Center Inc. She
attended the Alexandria High School for three years, until 1925, and
graduated from Huntingdon High School with the Class of 1926. A
homemaker, she atso enjoyed playing the piano. Funeral services will be
held at 11 am. Monday, Sept. 16, at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, 417
Washington St., Huntingdon, with The Rev. Dr. Thomas C. Coleman
officiating. Interment will be made in Alexandria Presbyterian Cemetery,
Alexandria. 

D. John ZELANKO, 65, of Fredericksburg, died Friday, Sept. 13, 2002, at
Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon. Born July 7, 1937, in Kearney, he was
a son of the late John and Rose (Figard) Zelanko. He was married to
Annie E. Rupp, who survives. He is survived by a son, John D. Zelanko of
Breezewood; two daughters. Mrs. Joe (Justina) Hall of Saxton and Mrs.
Lee Roy (Jill) Wallace of Loysville: and one stepdaughter, Mrs. Scott
(Kathy) Yeagley of Jonestown. Three brothers and four sisters survive:
Lee Zelanko, Broad Top City: Michael Zelanko. Mesquite, Texas: Danny
Zelanko, Mrs. Merle (Edna May) Barton and Mrs. William (Pearl) Fessler,
all of Six Mile Run, Mrs Stanley (Shirley) Wright, Windber; and Mrs.
Brad (Kay) Walter, Dillsburg. There are ten grandchildren, eight
great-grandchildren and two stepgrandsons. Mr. Zelanko was a meniber of
Kearney Church of God and a member of AAHA, Corral No. 145. He had
worked as a superintendent for IA Construction Corp., Concorde. Funeral
services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17, at the
Strauss-Kreamer and Lum funeral Home, 48 W. Market St., Jonestown.
Interment will be made in Pleasant Hill Chapel Cemetery, Greenpoint. 

Ruth Edith WILLIAMS, 76, of Six Mile Run, died at 12:15 p.m. Sunday,
Sept. 15, 2002, at her residence. Born Oct. 25, 1925, in Riddlesburg,
she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Laura (Suter) Hockenberry. She
was united in marriage to Rhoderick R. "Jack" Williams, Sept. 1, 1962,
in Winchester, Va. Mr. Williams preceded her in death Oct. 7, 1989. She
is survived by nine children: Richard Rhoat, Ephrata; Marie Imler,
Riddlesburg; Virginia "Faye" Jones, Dudley; James Aller and John
Williams, both of Six Mile Run; Daniel Aller, Red Lion; Michael Aller,
Wrightsville; Jacqueline Boyer, Denver; and Jonathan Williams, Buffalo
Mills. There are 25 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. One
brother, James Carson, Mesa, Ariz., survives. She was preceded in death
by a daughter, Phyllis Jean Warner, and nine brothers and sisters. Mrs.
Williams was a member of Defiance United Methodist Church. She was a
member of the Six Mile Run Fire Co. Ladies' Auxiliary and enjoyed the
senior citizens group at church. She was primarily a homemaker. She
enjoyed crafts, sewing, crossword puzzles and her dogs. Funeral services
will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, at the Curtis A. Heath
Funeral Home, Broad Top City, with Pastor Alfred Chamberlain
officiating. Interment will be made in Yellow Creek Reformed Cemetery. 

Lydia A. HIMES, 69, of Mapleton, died at 1:25 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15,
2002, at her home. born Sept. 23, 1932, in Lucy Furnace, Wayne Twp.,
Mifflin County, she was a daughter of the late Glen and Lydia
(Montgomery) Cox. She was united in marriage to Henry L. "Hen" Himes,
June 15, 1949, in Mount Union. Mr. Himes preceded her in death Sept. 21,
2001. She is survived by their four children: Lydia M. Hepner,
Yadkinville, N.C.; Kathy J. Weidner, Carlisle; Cynthia S. Aurand,
McVeytown; and Henry L. Himes Jr., Mapleton. There are 11 grandchildren
and 11 great-grandchildren. One brother, Robert Cox of Sebastian, Fla.,
survives. She was preceded in death by two sisters and one brother:
Sarah Catherine Howell, Beatrice Irene Watruos and Glen Cox. Mr. Himes
was of the Independent Baptist faith. A homemaker, she had worked for
the former Arrow Shirt factory, Huntingdon, for over 20 years. She
enjoyed spending time with her family. Funeral services will be held at
11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount
Union, with the Revs. Jeff Winstead and David Maynard officiating.
Interment will be in the Mount Union Cemetery. 

Mabel Pearl (Bollinger) HARRIS, 91, of 900 Washington St., Huntingdon,
died at 10:15 p.m. Monday, Sept. 16, 2002, at Huntingdon Manor, Warm
Springs Avenue, Huntingdon, where she had been residing for the past two
weeks. She had been ill for a brief time. Born June 3, 1911, in
Robertsdale, she was the daughter of the late Raymond Herbert and Pearl
Belle (Shafer) Bollinger. She was united in marriage to Clarence E.
"Bud" Harris July 26, 1930, at the Christian and Missionary Alliance
Church, Huntingdon, with the Rev. May officiating. Mr. Harris preceded
her in death January 6, 1960. She is survived by one son, Dean E.
Harris, Smithfield, three grandsons and four great-grandchildren. One
sister, Vera Woodle of Huntingdon Manor, Huntingdon, survives. She was
preceded in death by a son, Ronald D. Harris; a brother, Maxwell
Bollinger; and a sister, Fern Rutherford. Mrs. Harris was a member of
the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, Huntingdon. She was a
member of Standing Stone Senior Citizens. A lifetime resident of
Huntingdon County, she attended the Robertsdale public schools. She had
been employed by Lloyd Brunner's State Farm Insurance Agency,
Huntingdon. She enjoyed traveling. Private funeral services will be held
at the convenience of the family with the Rev. James A. Stork
officiating. Interment will be made in Riverview Cemetery, Huntingdon.

Harry C. O'DONNELL SR., 78, of HCR 75, Burnt Cabins, died at 1 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 16, 2002, at Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg. Born
June 2, 1924, in Central City, he was the son of the late Roy and
Rebecca (Meck) O'Donnell. He married Evelyn Annie Miller Sept. 28, 1946,
in Three Springs. Mrs. O'Donnell survives at their home. Eight children
survive: Ronald R. O'Donnell, Fannettsburg; William L. O'Donnell, St.
Thomas; Harry C. O'Donnell Jr. and Robbie R. O'Donnell, both of Shade
Gap; Thomas L. O'Donnell, Mount Union; Joy A. Sollers, Burnt Cabins; and
Rebecca E. Ayers, Mercersburg. There are 20 grandchildren, two
step-grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and four
step-great-grandchildren. Three sisters and one brother survive: Omena
Sheeder, Lula Parsons and Richard O'Donnell, all of Dry Run; and Fay
Peterson of Spring Run. He was preceded in death by four brothers and
four sisters: Clair, Walter, Bob and Kenny and Daisy Evetts, Gladys
Watkins, Julia Johnson and Dorothy Pringle. Mr. O'Donnell attended the
Calvary Independent Baptist Church, Saltillo. He was a veteran of World
war II, serving with the U.S. Navy in the Pacific Theatre of Operations
aboard the USS Tyrell. He was awarded the American Theatre Ribbon and
the Victory Medal and was involved in the Philippine Liberation. He was
a farmer and a truck driver. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m.
Thursday, Sept. 19, at the Spring Run Bible Church, Spring Run, with the
Rev. John Sample officiating. Interment will be made at the Upper Path
Valley Cemetery, Dry Run. 

Wayde H. CISNEY, 72, of Blairs Mills, died at 5:20 p.m. Monday, Sept.
16, 2002, at Community General Osteopathic Hospital, Harrisburg. Born
May 30, 1930, in Tell Twp., Huntingdon County, he was a son of the late
Clyde H. and Emma J. (Goshorn) Cisney. He was married to Leona K.
Robinson Dec. 23, 1952, in Winchester, Va. Mrs. Cisney survives at their
home. Five children survive: Sandra V. Semple, Dennis C. Cisney, Brenda
L. Cisney and David W. Cisney, all of Blairs Mills, and Linda K. Coons
of Chambersburg. There are five grandchildren. One brother, Norman
Cisney, Blairs Mills, survives. He was preceded in death by one brother,
George. Mr. Cisney was a member of Nossville United Methodist Church,
Blairs Mills. He was a member of the Blairs Mills Lions Club, the
Operating Engineers Union and a 50-year AAA member.. He was a life
member of James McCartney Post No. 232 American Legion, Dry Run. Mr.
Cisney was a former director for Juniata Valley Bank, Blairs Mills, and
for the Hardwood Lumber Manufacturers Association. A veteran of the
Korean Conflict, he served with the U.S. Army. He owned and operated
Wayde Cisney Lumber Co. Inc. for 27 years. Funeral services will be held
at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 20, at St. Luke's United Methodist Church,
Shade Gap, with the Rev. Virginia Eminhizer officiating. Interment will
be made at Nossville Cemetery, Blairs Mills.

Lorraine Edith (Speck) BAKER, 91, of Woodland Retirement Center,
Orbisonia, formerly of Blair House Apartments, Huntingdon, died at 10:30
a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2002, at Woodland. Born Feb. 27, 1911, in
Saxton, she was a daughter of the late Bursie and Earla M. (Nolan)
Speck. She was united in marriage to Richard M. Baker Oct. 30, 1933, in
Cumberland, Md. Mr. Baker preceded her in death Dec. 29, 1983. She is
survived by five daughters and three sons: Mrs. William (Marie)
Bradford, Belleville; Ronald M. Baker, Cassville; and Mrs. Donald
(Earla) Seager, Sarah Buckley, Donald R. Baker, Robert C. Baker, Mrs.
Gary (Judy) Buckley and Mrs. Barry (Gloria) Emfield, all of Huntingdon.
There are 19 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. She was preceded
in death by a son, Joseph Leon Baker, Dec. 1, 1996. Two brothers, R.H.
Speck and Bursie V. Speck, and a sister, Helen Oberman also preceded her
in death. Mrs. Baker was a member of the Coalmont United Methodist
Church. A lifetime resident of Huntingdon County, she attended Saxton
public schools. She was primarily a homemaker. Funeral services will be
held at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 20, at the Cutright-Speck Funeral Home,
207 Ridge Road, Smithfield Twp. Huntingdon, with Pastors Kathy Speck and
Janice Black officiating. Interment will be made in Trough Creek Baptist
Cemetery, Cass Twp.

Maxine E. LANE, 91, of HCR 1, Cassville, died at 4:07 p.m. Tuesday,
Sept. 17, 2002, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born Nov.
25, 1910, at Louisa, Ky., she was a daughter of the late Harvey and
Nellie (Compton) Yonts. She married Wilmer N. "Hun" Lane April 20, 1930,
at Ravenna, Ohio. Mr. Lane preceded her in death June 27, 1957. Two sons
survive: Bruce H. Lane, Cassville, and Roger V. Lane of Monroe, N.C.
There are five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. One brother,
Roy, and one sister, Mabel Bryant, preceded her in death. Mrs. Lane was
a member of the Trough Creek United Methodist Church, Todd, where she
had served in the past as treasurer and as adult Sunday School teacher.
She was also a member of the Trough Creek Homemakers and the Ladies
Auxiliary of the Trough Creek Valley Fire Co. She was a homemaker.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20, at the Robert
I. McClain Funeral Home, Cassville,with the Rev. Donald Henderson
officiating. Interment will be made at Trough Creek Cemetery, Todd. 

Wendell J. PHEASANT, 74, of Orbisonia, died at 2:40 a.m. Wednesday,
Sept. 18, 2002, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born Aug.
28, 1928, at Rockhill Furnace, he was the son of the late James and Anna
(Drake) Pheasant. He was united in marriage to Helen A. Starr July 11,
1953, at Hagerstown, Md. Mrs. Pheasant survives at their home. Three
daughters survive: Mrs. Robert (Kathy) McMath, Valencia, Calif.; Mrs.
Thomas (Patricia) Kough, Saltillo; and Mrs. James (Teresa) Gladfelter,
Chambersburg. There are eight grandchildren and four
great-grandchildren. He is also survived by three sisters: Manice
Wakefield, Orbisonia; Winifred Cooper, Mount Union; and Joanne
Gilliland, Rockhill Furnace. Mr. Pheasant was a member of the Rockhill
Church of the Brethren. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He retired in
1985 from Letterkenny Army Depot, Chambersburg, after 39 years of
service as a warehouseman. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 21, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with
the Revs. David Ort and Len Smith officiating. Interment will be made at
the IOOF Memorial Cemetery, Rockhill Furnace. 

Verna Evelyn DORE, 94, of The Oaks at Westminster Woods, 360 Westminster
Drive, Huntingdon, formerly of 618 Fourth St., Huntingdon, died at 7:42
a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2002, at The Oaks. Miss Dore had been in
failing health for several years. Born Jan. 9, 1908, in Altoona, she was
a daughter of the late Robert G. Sr. and Edith M. (Condrin) Dore. She
never marrried. Four brothers and one sister survive: Melvin Dore,
Leesburg, Va.; Harold Dore, Venice, Fla.; and Orville Dore, Glenn Dore
and Mrs. John R. (Genevieve Dore) Shoop, all of Huntingdon. She was
preceded in death by six brothers and one sister: Robert, Ralph, Edward,
Luther, Sheldon and Gerald Dore and Mrs. William (Edith Dore) Garner.
Miss Dore was of the Protestant faith. She was a member of Columbia
Typographical Union No. 101-12 (formerly the International typographical
Union). A 1927 graduate of Huntingdon High School, she was a linotype
operator for The Daily News, Huntingdon; the former Altoona Tribune and
a newspaper in the Washington, D.C., area, retiring in 1970. She enjoyed
travel and visiting family. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m.
Friday, Sept. 20, at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with
the Rev. Sharon L. Landis officiating. Interment will be made in
Mountainview Cemetery, Mill Creek.

Hazel M. STATES, 75, of Hesston, died at 6:45 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18,
2002, at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born Nov. 13, 1926, in
Spruce Creek, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Susie (Leidy)
Brindle. She was united in marriage to Roy V. States Nov. 18, 1948, at
the First Church of the Brethren, Roaring Spring, by the Rev. Rhodes.
Mr. States survives at their home. One daughter and two sons survive:
Mrs. Paul (Donna) Claycomb, Woodbury, and Richard E. States and Kevin R.
States, both of Hesston. There are four grandchildren, one
great-grandson, one step-grandson and two step-great-granddaughters. One
sister, Mrs. Leroy (Ruth) Hoover of Roaring Spring, survives. She was
preceded in death by one brother, Roy H. Brindle. Mrs. States was a
member of St. Paul's Church, Hesston. She was a member of the
Marklesburg Fire Company Auxiliary, Pennsylvania Farm Association Women,
Homewood Auxiliary and the Triangle Homemaker Group. A 1944 graduate of
Morrison Cove High School, she was primarily a homemaker. She had, at
one time, been a secretary at Roaring Spring Paper Mill, Roaring Spring.
She enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening and attending theater
productions. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21,
at St. Paul's Church, Turkey Farm Road, Hesston, with the Rev. H. Lloy
Blattenberger officiating. Interment will be made in the Old Stone
Church Cemetery, James Creek. 

Deborah K. (Taylor) MORDER, 48, of 408 N. Drake St., Mount Union, died
at 5:20 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, 2002, in the emergency room at J.C.
Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon, following an extended illness. Born
Feb. 24, 1954, in Newton Hamilton, she was a daughter of Robert B. and
Iva I. (Treaster) Taylor McCarty. Her mother survives in Mount Union.
She was preceded in death by her father and her husband, Robert M.
Morder. She is survived by two children: James L. Walker and Governor
Walker Jr., both of Mount Union. The following brothers and sisters
survive: Carlene Taylor, Alexandria; Robert R. Taylor Sr., James M.
Taylor and Mrs. Dennis (Karen) Heaster, all of Mount Union; Diane M.
Taylor, Huntingdon, and Mrs. David (Judith) Hockenberry, Hill Valley.
Also surviving are 13 nieces and nephews and 14 great-nieces and
nephews. One nephew preceded her in death. A 1973 graduate of Mount
Union Area High School, she had been attending Mount Aloysious College,
Cresson, at the onset of her current illness. She had worked for
Huntingdon County Child and Adult Development Corporation, where she
received the Jeffrey Koppel Award in 1996. A writer of poetry, she had
two poems published in 1996 in the International Society of Poets. She
was also cited by the Mount Union Historical Society in 1996 as an
International Poet of Merit. She enjoyed embroidery and making quilts
for her family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m.
Saturday,Sept. 21, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union,
with the Rev. Gordon Ross officiating. Interment will be made in Haven
Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg. 

Harold O. WIBLE, 87, of Navarre, Fla., died Thursday, Sept. 19, 2002, at
his home following a lengthy illness. He was born May 10, 1915, at the
Wible farm on Dutch Corner Road, Knobsville, Fulton County, a son of the
late Harry O. and Effie (Mock) Wible. He was united in marriage to Verna
Hawn May 29, 1933. Mrs. Wible preceded him in death Feb. 3, 1997. A
former resident of Pensacola, Fla., and a long-time resident of
McConnellstown, he had resided in Navarre for the past 11 years.
Surviving are two sons: Jack Harold Wible, Spartansburg, and Ronald C.
Wible, Navarre. There are eight grandchildren and 15
great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers and three
sisters: Orin J. Wible, Floyd B. Wible, Hazel L. Widener, Gladys Feagley
and Matilda Hess. Interment was made Sept. 23, in Eastern Gate Memorial
Garden, Pensacola, Fla.

Lena G. LANE, 87, of Box 63, Shirleysburg, died at 6:25 p.m. Friday,
Sept. 20, 2002, at the Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia, where she
had resided since January 2001. She had been in failing health. Born
Dec. 24, 1914, in Richvale, Tell Twp., Huntingdon County, she was a
daughter of the late Howard David and Mary Edith (Swarner) Love. She was
married to Walter T. Lane July 28, 1957. Mr. Lane preceded her in death
March 24, 1964. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. One
sister and two brothers preceded her in death: Alda Leonard, Doran Love
and Max Love. Mrs. Lane was a member of the Shirleysburg United
Methodist Church. She was a member of the Shirleysburg Heritage Society.
For 28 years, she was employed by the Clover Farm Store in Shirleysburg.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, at the Robert
D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with Pastor Jennifer Deutsch Thomas
officiating. Interment will be made in the Newton Hamilton Memorial
Cemetery. 

Sidney M. KERR, 83, of 224 E. Shirley St., Mount Union, died Friday,
Sept. 20, 2002, at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center at
Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born Jan. 28, 1919, in Orbisonia, she
was a daughter of the late John Clyde and Jessie Mae (Snyder) Wilson.
She was united in marriage to Leroy G. "Sheen" Kerr, in 1929, in
Hancock, Md. Mr. Kerr preceded her in death July 22, 1996. She is
survived by a son, Robert W. Kerr of Mount Union. There is one
granddaughter. The last surviving member of her immediate family, she
was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters: Raymond Wilson,
Guy Wilson, Mary Grace McMullen and Ester Cramp. Mrs. Kerr was a member
of the First United Methodist Church, Mount Union. A graduate of
Orbisonia High School, Class of 1937, she was a homemaker. She had
enjoyed doing needlepoint. At one time, she participated in the Women's
Bowling League. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept.
24, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with the Rev.
Robert Davidson officiating. Interment will be in the Mount Union
Cemetery. 

Lee R. WALLACE, 99, formerly of 738 W. 15th St., Tyrone, and a guest at
Epworth Manor, Tyrone, died at 4:05 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20, 2002, at
Epworth Manor. He was born May 25, 1903, at the Wallace Farm in Union
Furnace, the son of the late William M. and Bessie (Gensamer) Wallace.
On Feb. 4, 1950, he was married to Margaret I. "Peg" Krider who preceded
him in death Sept. 24, 1983. He is survived by one son, Charles Lee
Wallace of Union Furnace and three grandchildren. He was the last
surviving member of his immediate family. Mr. Wallace was a member of
the Sinking Valley Presbyterian Church. He was also a 50 year member of
the Jaffa Temple and the Altoona Consistory in Altoona and a 50 year
member of the F&AM #494. He was a member of the Standing Stone Veterans
of Foreign Wars Post 1754 and the Howard Gardner Post #281 American
Legion and the Tyrone BPO Elks Lodge #212 both in Tyrone. He was a
veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during World War II with the
rank of corporal. His service time during the war was in the
African-European-Middle Eastern Theatres. Mr. Wallace retired as a
machinist at the Juniata Shops of the Penn Central Railroad after 43
years of service. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept.
22, at the Richard H. Searer Funeral Home, Inc., Tyrone, with the Rev.
Bruce Boyles officiating. Interment will be made in Arch Spring
Presbyterian Cemetery. 

Genevieve E. BROWN, 80, of The Mariner Health of West Hills, Coraopolis,
formerly of wood, died at 9:15 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, 2002, at the
Life Care Hospital, Pittsburgh, following an extended illness. Born
April 4, 1922, in Wood, she was a daughter of the late Guy and Mary
(Wilson) Long. She is survived by one daughter, Mr. Dennis (Vickie)
Baughman of Beaver. There are two grandchildren. She is also survived by
one sister, Olis Schwartz, Chambersburg, and one brother, Jack Long,
Hamburg, N.Y. The following brothers and sisters preceded her in death:
Sheldon Long, Kelly Long, Kenneth Long, twins Billie and Betty Long and
Mildred Netterblade. Mrs. Brown was a member of the Robertsdale Church
of God. She was a 1941 graduate of Robertsdale High School, Robertsdale.
Following 25 years of service, she retired from Quality Manufacturing,
Saxton. she enjoyed sewing. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 25, at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with
Pastor Donald Simmons officiating. Interment will be made in the IOOF
Cemetery, Broad Top City.

Grace SPRANKLE, 95, of Epworth Manor, Tyrone, formerly of Southside,
Alexandria, died at 12:25 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, 2002, at Tyrone
Hospital, Tyrone. She had resided at the Manor for approximately one
year. Born Nov. 1, 1906, at Saxton, she was a daughter of the late
Benjamin F. and Bessie May (Walls) Speck. After Mr. Speck's death,
Bessie May married George Rishel who is also deceased. She was united in
marriage to Ray C. Sprankle, Oct. 8, 1924, in Huntingdon, Mr. Sprankle
preceded her in death April 4, 1979. She is survived by two daughters,
Mrs. Floyd (Jean) Nee and Mrs. James (Shirley) Painter, both of
Alexandria. She is also survived by one brother, Chester D. Speck,
Greer, S.C.; two half sisters, Mrs. Merle (Ruth) Lightner and Mrs Mike
(Jeanette) Burja, both of Alexandria; and two half brothers, Edward R.
Rishell, Southside, Ala., and Clair Rishell, Potomac, Md. There are
eight grandchildren, one step-grandson, ten great-grandchildren, three
great-great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. She was
preceded in death by a son, Robert E. Sprankle, and an infant son, Ray
C. Sprankle Jr. Also preceding her in death were four brothers: Everett,
Dallas, Robert and John Speck; two sisters: Golda Weaver and Violet
Awkerman; and two half brothers: Thomas Rishel and Lester Rishel. Mrs.
Sprankle was a member of the Alexandria Presbyterian Church, where she
served as an elder and a Sunday School Teacher for 50 years. She was a
life member of the Alexandria Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary and the
Hartslog Valley Grange. She was a charter member of the William C.
Spyker American Legion Post No. 520 Auxiliary. For many years, she
served on the Porter Twp. Election Board. A lifetime resident of
Huntingdon County, she had resided at her Southside, Alexandria home for
63 years. She was secretary of her husband's business, Ray C. Sprankle
Enterprises, for over 50 years. Mrs. Sprankle was the creator of the
Sprankle Easter Egg display held at her home for many years, with the
wishing well donations being given to the Huntingdon County Easter Seal
Society, the predecessor of Huntingdon County PRIDE. This display
continued until the death of her husband in 1979. The Hartslog Heritage
Museum now continues the display each Easter Season. Private funeral
services were held today, Sept. 23, at the Curtright-Speck Funeral Home,
Juniata Valley Chapel, Alexandria, with the Rev. Richard E. Gardiner
officiating. Interment was made in Alexandria Presbyterian Cemetery,
Alexandria. 

Terry G. MONTZ, 58, of HCR 61, Box 371, Mill Creek, died unexpectedly at
5:52 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, 2002, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital,
Huntingdon. Born April 16, 1944, in Huntingdon, he was the only child of
John H. and Virginia M. (Schirm) Montz. Both parents survive at their
Huntingdon residence. He was united in marriage to Donna J. Laird Oct.
12, 1968, in Mill Creek, by the Rev. Kane. Mrs. Montz survives at their
Brady Twp. home, where they had resided for 33 years. Mr. Montz had been
a member of the Mill creek United Methodist Church since March 22, 1970,
and was a current trustee. He was a former Brady Twp. surpervisor. A
member of the Mill Creek Cub Scout Pack No. 204 Committee since 1979, he
had been cubmaster for several years. He was a member of Portage Lodge
No. 220 F&AM of Hollidaysburg and Valley of Altoona AASR. He attended
Juniata Valley public schools and graduated from Juniata Valley High
School with the Class of 1962. He was a 1964 graduate of the Electronics
Institute of Pittsburgh. He worked at Huston Ford as a mechanic and was
later employed at Elco Corporation, Huntingdon, as a tool and die maker
from 1964-1996. For the past six years he has been employed by FCI,
Mount Union, as a tool and die maker. A NASCAR fan, he enjoyed going to
Talladega Super-speedway in Alabama every year for a race. He was active
in Boy Scout projects and events. Funeral services will be held at 2
p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, at the John B. Brown Funeral Home Inc., with
the Rev. J. Faust Hissong officiating. Interment will be made in
Mountainview Cemetery, Mill Creek.

Love "Lovey" LIGHT, 97, formerly of 1911 Hamlin Ave., Tyrone,and a
resident of Valley View Home. Altoona, since April 8, 1999, died at 7
a.m. Sunday, Sept. 22, 2002, at the home. Born March 17, 1905, in Fowler
Hollow, Port Matilda, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Anna
(Walk) Kennedy. She was married to Jesse J. Light in August 1920. Mr.
Light preceded her in death in November 1974. She is survived by three
sons and two daughters: Ray L. Light, Altoona; Marian J. Hall,
Alexandria; William D. Light, Fairburn, Ga.; Charles Light, Clarks
Hills, S.C.; and Pauline McKinney, Tyrone. There are 33 grandchildren,
77 great-grandchildren and 28 great-great-grandchildren, as well as
several nieces and nephews. She was the last of her immediate family,
being preceded in death by three sons, Paul J., Robert and Melvin; two
sisters, Donna M. Decker, Nancy "Nannie" Weaver; and two brothers,
William Spencer and Thomas Kennedy. Mrs. Light was a former member of
Christ United Methodist Church, Tyrone. She was a Gold Star Mother. She
was a homemaker who was fond of quilting, crocheting and poetry. Funeral
services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, at the Derman
Funeral Home Inc., 1200 Lincoln Ave., Tyrone, with the Rev. Gregg Lake
officiating. Interment will be made at Baughman Cemetery, Snyder Twp.,
Blair County. 

John F. "Freddie" WESTOVER, 64, of Mount Union, died at 3 p.m. Sunday,
Sept. 22, 2002, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. He had been
in failing health. Born Jan. 14, 1938, in Huntingdon, he was a son of
Clara (Prough) Stever of Mount Union and the late Paul Westover. He is
survived by a daughter, Amanda Westover of Kistler, and two
grandchildren. Two brothers and one sister survive: David Westover,
Belleville; Duane Burnheimer, Mount Union; and Twila Gearhart,
Huntingdon. He is also survived by the following half brothers and half
sisters: Carl Westover, Belleville; Wilda Conner and Joyce Dunkle, both
of Allensville; Randy Stever, Mount Union; and Larry Stever, Live Oak,
Fla. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was preceded
in death by a daughter, Crystal Rupert; a brother Walter Westover; a
sister, Trella Thompson; and a half brother, George Westover. Mr.
Westover attended Word of Life Fellowship, Saulsburg, Huntingdon. He was
a U.S. Army veteran. For most of his life, he was a farmer and logger at
various locations throughout the area. He enjoyed fishing. Graveside
services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, at the Trough
Creek Baptist Cemetery, Cass Twp., with Pastors Christopher Heinlen and
Stephen Watkins officiating. 

E. Grace LONG, 82, of Morrison's Cove Home, Martinsburg, formerly of
Roaring Spring, died at 4 a.m. Monday, Sept. 23, 2002, at the Home. She
had been in failing health for several years. Born Jan. 5, 1920, at
Roaring Spring, she was a daughter of the late Wheeler Lorring and Sara
Amy (Slick) Isenberg. She was united in marriage to David R. Long, Aug.
26, 1949, in Roaring Spring. Mr. Long preceded her in death May 13,
1988. Two sons survive: Dr. Harold R. Long, Denver, Pa., and D. Ronald
Long, Saxton. There are one grandson, three granddaughters and two
great-grandchildren. One sister, Mary Marko of Central City survives.
She was preceded in death by one sister, Hazel Eshelman. Mrs. Long was a
member of Christ United church of Christ, Roaring Spring. She was a
member of Roaring Spring Chapter No. 121 Order of Eastern Star. A 1938
graduate of Morrison's Cove High School, Martinsburg, she was retired
from Nason Hospital where she had been a dietician for 20 years. Funeral
services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, at Christ United
Church of Christ, Roaring Spring, with Pastor Floyd Mitchell
officiating. Interment will be made in Greenlawn Cemetery, Roaring
Spring.

Elva G. KENNEDY, 75, of W. 4th St., Lewistown, died at 2:43 p.m. Monday,
September 23, 2002 at Lewistown Hospital, Lewistown. Born May 17, 1927,
in McVeytown, she was a daughter of the late Foster J. and Irene
(Kahley) Wray. She was united in marriage to H. Dean Kennedy April 10,
1948. Mr. Kennedy survives. She is survived by one son and one daughter:
Gerald L. Kennedy, Davison, Mich., and Mrs. George (Audrey) Price,
Huntingdon. There are five grandchildren and one great-grandson. Two
sisters survive: Mrs. Charles (Marian) Keusch, Portland, Mich., and Mrs.
Joseph (Beverly) Yoder, Allensville. She was preceded in death by an
infant sister. Mrs. Kennedy was a member of Watts Memorial United
Methodist Church, Belleville. She was a member of the board of directors
of the Shelter Services and a volunteer at the Abuse Network. For 21
years, she was also a volunteer at Ohesson Manor Nursing Home,
Lewistown. She was a member of the Women of the Moose. She was a
homemaker. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27, at
the Heller-Hoenstine Woodlawn Funeral Home, 200 N. Main St., Lewistown,
with Pastor Larry Siikanen officiating. Interment will be made in
Allensville Presbyterian Cemetery, Allensville.

Thomas E. NORRIS, 76, of R.R. 2, Box 614, Mount Union, died Monday,
Sept. 23, 2002, at Altoona Hospital, Altoona. Born Dec. 15, 1925, in
Washington, D.C., he was a son of the late Thomas and Georgetta
(Hoffman) Norris. He was united in marriage to Betty L. (Uttley)
Williams May 11, 2000. Mrs. Norris survives. One son, Thomas Myers of
Gig Harbor, Wash., survives. There are three grandchildren and six
great-grandchildren. Two sisters survive: Georgetta Ryan, College Park,
Md.; and Hilda "Becky" Atkinson, Loganville, Ga. He was preceded in
death by seven sisters and one brother. Mr. Norris was a member of the
First United Methodist Church, Mount Union, where he was very active. He
was a lifetime member of the Frank P. Hommon American Legion Post 24,
Huntingdon; and member of F&AM Lodge No. 688, Mount Union; a member of
the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite; and a member of Consistory, Valley
of Harrisburg. He was educated in the Washington, D.C. Schools. A
veteran of World War II, he served in the United States Navy in the
Pacific Theatre. For 11 years, he was a volunteer for Hospice, The
Bridge, Lewistown. He was associated with Smith's Antiques, Mount Union,
for 42 years, purchasing the business in 1979 and retiring in 1988. A
memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, at the
First United Methodist Church, Mount Union, with the Revs. Robert
Davidson and Rod Uhlig officiating. Interment will be made in the Mount
Union Cemetery.

Lois H. ROHRER, 71, of 3761 Wells Valley Road, Waterfall, died at 9:45
p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, 2002. at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital,
Huntingdon, following an extended illness. Born May 18, 1931, in Wood,
she was a daughter of the late Marshall and Stella (Meck) Bivens. She
was united in marriage to James "Butch" Rohrer July 4, 1953, in
Laysville. Mr. Rohrer preceded her in death Feb. 3, 1985. She is
survived by two daughtes and two sons: Carol Ebersole, Conestoga; Karen
Rohrer, Everett; James Rohrer, Waterfall; and Robert Rohrer, Three
Springs. There are seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
One brother and three sisters survive: William Bivens, Salem, Ala.;
Jacquelyn Ramper, Harrisburg; Shirley Albert, Leesburg, Va.; and Jesse
Alther, Middletown. She was preceded in death by two grandsons: Three
brothers: James Bivens, Tommy Bivens, and Marshall Bivens Jr.; and one
sister, Margaret Snider. Mrs. Rohrer was of the Methodist faith. She was
primarily a homemaker and enjoyed being outdoors and raising animals.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 27, at the D.
Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor Charles Davis
officiating. Interment will be made in Wells Valley Methodist Cemetery,
Wells Tannery. 

Mearl S. "Mike" LEONARD, 89, formerly of Shirleysburg, died at 3:30 a.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2002, at the Masonic Homes, Elizabethtown, where he
had been residing. Born May 11, 1913, in Shirley Twp., he was a son of
the late Joseph and Elsie (Matthews) Leonard. He married the former Alda
Jane Love Aug. 16, 1941. Mrs. Leonard preceded him in death July 9,
2000. Three children survive: Barry Leonard, Shirleysburg; Joseph
Leonard, Lancaster; and Nancy Leonard, Duncannon. There are three
grandchildren, one great-granddaughter and four step
great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother, Ralph
Leonard, and one sister, Violet Leonard. Mr. Leonard was a member of the
Shirleysburg United Methodist Church. He was a past master of Cromwell
Lodge No. 572 F&AM, Orbisonia. He was also a member of Harrisburg
Consistory and the Fort Shirley Lions Club, Shirleysburg. He retired in
1975 after 34 years of service with Penelec. Funeral services will be
held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home,
Orbisonia, with Pastor Jennifer Deutsch Thomas and the Rev. Richard
Morris officiating. Interment will be made at the Stone Church Cemetery,
Germany Valley, Shirleysburg. 

Lillian M. HUFFMAN, 94, of the Malta Home, Granville, formerly of
Furnace Road, McVeytown, died at 2:05 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2002, at
the Malta Home. Born May 30, 1908, in Blacklog, Orbisonia, she was a
daughter of the late Lawrence and Alice (Emery) Machamer. She was
married to Daley J. Huffman Sr. who preceded her in death, Sept. 27,
1992. She is survived by 11 children: Charles K. Bollinger, McVeytown;
Daley J. Huffman Jr., Glen E. Huffman and Bruce E. Huffman, all of
McVeytown; Miles E. Huffman, Centre Hall; Mrs. Wilbur (Anna Mary) Smith,
Burnham; Mrs. Ira (Ruth) Armstrong and Mrs. Dan (Shirley) Booney, both
of Mount Union; Roy D. Huffman, Mifflin; Mrs. James (Jean) Treaster,
Belleville; and Robert L. Huffman, Lewistown. There are 27
grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren and 20 great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a son, William L. Huffman, in 1993; three
sisters; and one brother. Mrs. Huffman was a member of the McVeytown
United Methodist Church. She was employed at L. Grief Brothers, Mount
Union,for 23 years, retiring in 1973. Funeral services will be held at
11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, at Harshbarger Funeral Home, 3 S. Market
St., McVeytown, with Pastor Darrell Wireman officiating. Interment will
be made in Pleasant View Cemetery, Mattawana. 

Bernice Barkley SHAFFER, 86, of Ligonier, died Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2002,
in Latrobe Area Hospital, Latrobe. Born Jan. 4, 1916, in Hyndman, she
was a daughter of the late Blain and Mary Elsie Williams Barkley. She
was married to William H. Shaffer who preceded her in death Feb. 14,
1991. Seven Children survive: Mrs. Merle (Willa) Toy, Kittaning; Warren
Shaffer, Middletown; Mrs. Ralph (Ann) Custer, Worthington; Mrs. Robert
(Mary Louise) Hershberger, Bedford; William H. Shaffer Jr., Camp Hill;
Mrs. William (Deborah) Krouse, Dover; and Mrs. Rubin (Pamela) Leonard,
Ligonier. There are 22 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and two
great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sisters,
Roberta Wood and Grace Miller. Funeral services will be held at 1:30
p.m. Friday, Sept. 27, at the Snyder Funeral Home Inc. and Crematory,
Bell and E. Church Streets, Ligonier. Interment will be made in Ligonier
Valley Cemetery.

Helen Margaret ZOOK, 90, of Homewood at Martinsburg, 430 S. Market St.,
Martinsburg, formerly of Huntingdon, died at 5:38 p.m. Tuesday, Sept.
24, at Homewood. Born April 9, 1912, in Huntingdon, she was a daughter
of the late A. Herbert and Lottie (Speck) Zook. She never married. She
is survived by two nieces and a nephew. Two brothers and two sisters
preceded her in death: Ralph Zook, Walter Zook, Mildred (Zook) Menchey,
and Edith Zook. Miss Zook was a member of the Abbey Reformed United
Church of Christ, Huntingdon. She attended the Huntingdon public
schools. She was active in Bible study at Homewood. She enjoyed knitting
and bingo. A private, graveside service was held today at Riverview
Cemetery, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Gary H. Marcy officiating. 

Annabel Louise BLACK, 89, of Skylight Drive, York, formerly of
Waterfall, died at 11:40 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2002, at York Hospital,
York. Born Dec. 4, 1912, in East McKeesport, she was a daughter of the
late William L. and Mary Ida (Owens) Eisaman. She was united in marriage
to Daniel M. Black Jan. 16, 1932, at Cumberland, Md. Mr. Black preceded
her in death June 25, 1985. She is survived by three sons and one
daughter: Roger L. Black, College Park, Md.; D. Allen Black, Lincoln
City, Ore.; and Rosanne L. Hotaling, York. There are seven grandchildren
and six great-grandchildren. One son, George Kent Black, preceded her in
death. Two brothers and one sister also preceded her in death. Mrs.
Black was a member of the Bethany United Methodist Church, York. She was
a homemaker. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1,
at Center Cemetery, Waterfall, with the Rev. David Ford officiating.

Frederick M. ISENBERG, 70, of Fredericksburg, Va., died Wednesday, Sept.
25, 2002. Born in Huntingdon, he was the son of Fred H. and Ruth Gillam
Isenberg. He is survived by his wife, Lucille M. Isenberg. One son,
Steven M. Isenberg, Herndon, Va., and one daughter, Mrs. Scott (Christy
I.) DeHaven, Fredricksburg, Va., survive. Also surviving are one
brother, David L. Isenberg, Manassas, Va.; and one sister, Mrs. Joel
(Rosalie D.) Kuhns, Wellsboro. A 1953 graduate of Penn State University,
he also held a master's degree from the University of Southern
California. He served in the U.S Army Crops of Engineers from 1953-1955,
serving in France during that time. Mr. Isenberg was employed as a civil
engineer for the Ralph M. Parsons Corp. He took part in a number of
overseas projects which included a three-year assignment in Saigon
during the Vietnam Conflict. On the domestic front, he worked on the
Northeast Corridor for Amtrak and on the Washington D.C., Metro Subway.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, at
Spotswood Baptist Church, Fredericksburg, Va., with the Revs. Gerald
Hall and Jim Stone officiating. Private interment will be made in
Quantico National Cemetery.

Kenneth D. "Kenny" Varner, 74, of Lockport Road, Lewistown, died at 1:25
p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, 2002, at Hershey Medical Center. Born May 27,
1928, in Huntingdon County, he was the son of David S. and Dorothy
(Byers) Varner, both deceased. He was married to the former Emma M.
Casner, who preceded him in death July 8, 1997. He is survived by his
companion, Frances Rupp of Lewistown, and six children: Mrs. Melvin
(Mary Jane) Fultz, Betty Fortney, James K. Varner, Judy M. Varner and
Andrew D. Varner, all of Lewistown,and Donald L. Varner of McVeytown. He
is also survived by ten grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, five
great-grandchildren and four step-great-grandchildren. Mr. Varner is
survived by the following brothers and sisters: Irene Brenneman of Mount
Union; Charles Varner of Mill Creek; Orne Varner, Ralph Varner, Mrs.
James (Genevieve) Estep, Oliver Varner and Mrs. Melvin (Catherine)
McCartney, all of Huntingdon and Mrs. Rodney (Florence) Chilcote of
Cassville. He was preceded in death by a son, Timothy A. Varner Aug. 1,
1960; two brothers, Bernard and Arthur Varner, and a granddaughter,
Sherry Moser May 10, 2000. Mr. Varner attended the Salvation Army in
Lewistown where he was a member of the Men's Club and a volunteer in the
thrift shop for many years. Early in life, Mr. Varner was employed by
Harbison-Walker Refractories in Mount Union. He gave 36 years of service
to the Arrow Shirt Factory in Lewistown and last worked for J.M. Young's
in Belleville. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and woodworking.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 30, at the
Harshbarger Funeral Home, McVeytown, with the Rev. Joseph Byers and
Major Eddie Purvis officiating. Interment will be made in Wright's
Cemetery, Calvin. 

Carolyn (Mills) BURGESS, 70, of 120 Hill St., Mt. Holly Springs, died
Thursday, Sept. 26, 2002, in Harrisburg Hospital. She was born Nov. 3,
1931, in Huntingdon, a daughter of late Fred and Louise (Dorn) Mills.
She is survived by her husband, Robert D. Burgess; two sons, Frederic R.
Burgess of Carlisle and James L. Burgess of Dillsburg, and one grandson.
Mrs. Burgess is survived by two brothers, Edward Mills of Mount Union
and Joseph Mills of Staunton, Va.; a sister, Frances Grimes of Carlisle,
and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Burgess was an active member of the
Mt. Holly Springs United Methodist Church, where she served on the
pastor-parish committee and the turkey dinner committee. She was a
graduate of Mount Union Hugh School and Shippensburg State Teachers
College and retired as an English teacher from the Lamberton Middle
School in Carlisle. She served as treasurer of the Mt. Holly Springs
Golden Agers and was a member of the Mt. Holly Springs Civic
Association, Mt. Holly Springs Shade Tree Commission, Shippensburg
University Alumni Association, Pennsylvania State Education association
and the National Education Association. Mrs. Burgess was a former
treasurer of Safe Harbour board of directors and a former member of the
Carlisle YWCA board of directors and the American Business Women's
Association. She had served as a judge in regional "History Day"
competitions at Shippensburg University and as an announcer for the
Central Pennsylvania Spelling Bee. She was a volunteer with the
Cumberland County Office of Aging, serving as an "Apprise" health
insurance counselor for Medicare beneficiaries and with the Triad
program for increasing cooperation between senior citizens and law
enforcement officials. A memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m.
Monday, Sept. 30, at the Mt. Holly Springs United Methodist Church, 202
W. Butler St., with the Rev. Bradley C. Knepp officiating. Interment
will be made in Mt. Holly Springs Cemetery at the convenience of the
family. 

Kenneth D. "Kenny" Varner, 74, of Lockport Road, Lewistown, died at 1:25
p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, 2002, at Hershey Medical Center. Born May 27,
1928, in Huntingdon County, he was the son of David S. and Dorothy
(Byers) Varner, both deceased. He was married to the former Emma M.
Casner, who preceded him in death July 8, 1997. He is survived by his
companion, Frances Rupp of Lewistown, and six children: Mrs. Melvin
(Mary Jane) Fultz, Betty Fortney, James K. Varner, Judy M. Varner and
Andrew D. Varner, all of Lewistown,and Donald L. Varner of McVeytown. He
is also survived by ten grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, five
great-grandchildren and four step-great-grandchildren. Mr. Varner is
survived by the following brothers and sisters: Irene Brenneman of Mount
Union; Charles Varner of Mill Creek; Orne Varner, Ralph Varner, Mrs.
James (Genevieve) Estep, Oliver Varner and Mrs. Melvin (Catherine)
McCartney, all of Huntingdon and Mrs. Rodney (Florence) Chilcote of
Cassville. He was preceded in death by a son, Timothy A. Varner Aug. 1,
1960; two brothers, Bernard and Arthur Varner, and a granddaughter,
Sherry Moser May 10, 2000. Mr. Varner attended the Salvation Army in
Lewistown where he was a member of the Men's Club and a volunteer in the
thrift shop for many years. Early in life, Mr. Varner was employed by
Harbison-Walker Refractories in Mount Union. He gave 36 years of service
to the Arrow Shirt Factory in Lewistown and last worked for J.M. Young's
in Belleville. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and woodworking.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 30, at the
Harshbarger Funeral Home, McVeytown, with the Rev. Joseph Byers and
Major Eddie Purvis officiating. Interment will be made in Wright's
Cemetery, Calvin.

Betty J. RIGHTENOUR, 68, of Definance, died at 8:40 a.m. Friday, Sept.
27, 2002, at Altoona Hospital, Altoona. Born Jan. 16, 1934, in Dudley,
she was a daughter of the late Wallace and Margaret (Black) Fleck. She
is survived by one son, Patrick J. Kolinchak of Roaring Spring, and one
daughter, Pamela J. Williams of Virginia. There are two grandchildren.
One brother and one sister also survive: Wallace Fleck of Defiance, and
Patty Cerchiara of Gibsonia. She is also survived by four nephews and
two nieces. Mrs. Rightenour was a member of Six Mile Run United
Methodist Church. A graduate of Saxton-Liberty High School, she worked
as a cementer of Cove Shoe Co., Martinsburg, for 28 years. Private
services, under the direction of the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home, Broad
Top City, were held at the convenience of the family. 

Diane Patricia DEPEW, 43, of 4435 Garden St., Philadelphia, died at 2:47
a.m. Friday, Sept. 27, 2002, at Raystown Resort, Lincoln Twp.,
Huntingdon County. She had been in fair health. Born May 7, 1959, in
Philadelphia, she was the daughter of James and Edna (Goode) Hagen. Her
mother survives at her Delaware residence. Her first union was with
Steven H. DePew, who preceded her in death. Her second union was with
Richard L. Stanley, who survives at their Philadelphia home. Mrs. DePew
is survived by her paternal grandparents, Carl and Margaret Wilson, and
four daughters and one son: Diane Marie DePew, Peggy DePew, Cyndi
Stanley, Stephanie DePew and Doug Stanley. Two grandchildren survive.
Mrs. DePew is survived by one sister and one brother, Denise Schwiezer
and James Hagen, both of Philadelphia. She was preceded in death by a
daughter, Jennifer DePew. Mrs. DePew attended Clara Barton Elementary
School and Frankford High School. She was employed as a nurse's aide and
as a flooring consultant. She enjoyed cooking, outdoor activities and
horseback riding. A private funeral will be held at the convenience of
the family. 

Daniel A. FORTSON SR., 52, of Altoona, formerly of Mount Union, died
Oct. 28, 2002, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Regional Health Center,
Altoona. He had been in failing health. Born Sept. 17, 1950, in
Huntingdon, he was a son of Gladys (Williams) Fortson of Mount Union and
the late Robert Fortson. He had been married to the former Delores
Bridger of Altoona. He is survived by his companion of 15 years, Janet
Reed, Altoona. Two children survive: Felicia Trice, Hagerstown, Md.; and
Danny Fortson Jr., Oakland, Calif. He is survived by seven stepchildren:
Tanya Bosnick, Tammy Bridger, David Reed, Mark Reed, Randy Reed, Lori
Reed and Amy Reed, all of Altoona. There are 14 grandchildren and one
great-grandson. The following brothers and sisters survive: Ronald
Fortson, Fort Worth, Texas; Donald Fortson, Mrs. Montague (Joan) Walker,
Willard Fortson and Mrs. Roger (Jean) Trice, all of Mount Union; Dale
Fortson, Harrisburg; Marjorie Fortson, Lancaster; Patricia Ann Fortson,
Owings Mills, Md.; and Charles Fortson, Colorado Springs, Colo. He was
preceded in death by one sister, Marie Fortson. Mr. Fortson attended the
Mother Gethsemane Church of God in Christ, Altoona. He was a member of
the Arondale Elks Lodge, Altoona. A graduate of Mount Union Area High
School, Class of 1969, he will be remembered as a high school basketball
standout, having held the single game scoring record in Mount Union for
many years. Following high school, he attended Shriner's College in
Texas. He had been employed for 18 years by the New Enterprise Stone and
Lime Co. He then worked for McCartney's office Supply, Altoona, for
eight years. He loved fishing and spending time at the river. Funeral
services will be held Nov. 1, at the Bethel AME Church, Mount Union,
with the Revs. I.S. Owens and Annette Joell officiating. Interment will
be made in the Mount Union Cemetery. 

Doris Louise DUNKLE, 71, of HCR 61, Box 329, Mill Creek, died at 8:40
a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, 2002, at Centre Community Hospital, State
College, following an extended illness. Born Jan. 8, 1931, in Brady
Twp., she was a daughter of the late Ralph James and Pearl Belle
(Skipper) Bowser. She was united in marriage to Robert Earl Dunkle,
April 13, 1951, in Mill Creek. Mr. Dunkle survives. One daughter,
Patricia A. Rux, Mill Creek, survives. There are two grandchildren and
one great-grandson. She is survived by the following brothers and
sisters: Kathleen "Cass" Harris, Larry Bowser and Robert "Pete" Bowser,
all of Huntingdon; Donald Bowser, Mill Creek; Zana Lee Thompson,
Mechanicsburg; and Carol Ann Hatch, Baltimore, Md. She was preceded in
death by one sister, Betty Henry, and one brother, Richard Bowser. Mrs.
Dunkle was a member of the Mill Creek United Methodist Church. She was a
member of numerous civic and social organizations in the area. A 1947
graduate of Huntingdon High School, she had been employed at the former
L. Greif Brothers Sewing Factor, Mount Union, for 15 years. She served
for many years as church secretary of the Fifteenth Street United
Methodist Church, Huntingdon, until her retirement in 1996. Memorial
services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, at the Mill Creek
United Methodist Church, Mill Creek, with the Rev. David Dearing,
assisted by the Rev. Faust Hissong, officiating. Interment will be made
in Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg. 

Richard CONCEPCION, 53, of R.R.3, Box 331-A, Huntingdon, died at 1:03
a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, 2002, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital,
Huntingdon. Born March 5, 1949, in Vega Alta, Puerto Rico, he was a son
of Celedonio Concepcion and Catalina (Valentin) Concepcion Malave. His
father preceded him in death. His mother and stepfather, Ruben Malave,
survive at their Casselberry, Fla., residence. He was united in marriage
to Deborah L. Corcelius Nov. 22, 1970, at the Huntingdon County
Courthouse by the Honorable Judge Morris M. Terrizzi. Mrs. Concepcion
survives at the couple's Henderson Twp. residence, where they had
resided since 1989. He is survived by one daughter and one son: Donna
Lopez, San Marcos, Texas, and Richard Concepcion Jr., Las Vegas, Nev.
There are four grandchildren. Three sisters and one brother also
survive: Carmen Meadows, Orlando, Fla.; Maria Perez, Winter Springs,
Fla.; Samuel Concepcion, Casselberry, Fla.; and Isabel Wales, Winter
Springs, Fla. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews,
great-nieces and great-nephews. Mr. Concepcion was a member of Mount
Zion Lutheran Church, Henderson Twp., Huntingdon. He graduated from
Samuel Gomper High School, Bronz, New York, N.Y., with the Class of
1967. Until his retirement in 1996, he was employed by Owens-Corning
Fiberglas for 15 years. He enjoyed fixing clocks and tinkering. A
memorial service will beheld at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, at the John B.
Brown Funeral Home, 417 Washington St., Huntingdon, with The Rev.
Richard L. Shakespeare officiating. Interment will be made in the Mount
Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery, Henderson Twp. Huntingdon.