OBIT: Philip B. SPORY, 2000, Boswell RD, Somerset County, PA
  
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  SPORY
  
  Philip B. Spory, 91, of Airesman Road, Boswell RD, went to be with
  the Lord Dec. 1, 2000, at Somerset Hospital.  Born March 20, 1909, in
  Jenner Township.  Son of Phillip G. and Katie Ann (Boose) Spory. 
  Preceded in death by parents, first wife Hazel (Speicher)
  Spory-Anderson, six sisters and four brothers.  Survived by daughters
  Betty G. Mort, with whom he resided, Joyce P., married to Vincent
  Fusco, of Oklahoma City, Okla., Sondra L. Dunmyer of Jenners, and
  Phyllis J., married to Terry Ohler, of Kimmelton; 15 grandchildren;
  20 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.  Also
  brother Leon of Boswell RD, former wife Mamie Nelson of Somerset, and
  numerous nieces and nephews.  Member of Laurel Trinity Evangelical
  Lutheran Church, Jennerstown, and the International Union of
  Operating Engineers, Local 066B, Latrobe.  Former crane operator for
  Latrobe Steel.  Retired head diesel mechanic for Latrobe Construction
  with 24 years service.  Along with his friend Arnold Hay, operated a
  lawn mower and chainsaw repair business in Jennerstown.  Avid
  sportsman and gardener who enjoyed spending time with family and
  friends.  Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at
  Hoffman Funeral Home, Allegheny Street, Boswell.  Viewing also from
  10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. Monday at Laurel Trinity
  Church, with the Rev. Edward N. Corneilson officiating.  Interment,
  Mt. Zion Cemetery, Jenner Township.  In lieu of flowers, donations
  may be sent to Helping Hands Food Pantry, 301 Center St., Boswell,
  Pa. 15531.
  
  Daily American, December 2, 2000
  
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