This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: 123poiuy Surnames: Harkless Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/3649.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: This sarah harkless is most likely part of the same Harkless family of the first post . . . George Harkless and his family can be found in Centre County 1830 and 1840. 1830 Pennsylvania Centre Halfmoon 441 George Harkless 2002002 11101 2m,1f 0-5 1825-30 Cyrus (1825-1855) / William (1827-1885) / Sarah (1830-) 1f 5-10 1820-25 unidentified female (daughter ?) 1f 10-15 1815-20 unidentified female (daughter ?) 2m 15-20 1810-15 Samuel 1814 / Charles 1816 1f 20-30 1800-10 (Sarah Matilda 1797-1863 - age 33 ?) 0,0 30-40 1790-00 1m 40-50 1780-90 George 1790 (age 40 ?) 1840 Pennsylvania Centre Halfmoon 140 George Harkless 0111001 1210001 0m,1f 0-5 1835-40 Mary (1836-) 1m,2f 5-10 1830-35 Abner (1833-1888) / 2 unidentified females ? 1m,1f 10-15 1825-30 William (1827-1885) / Sarah (1830-) 1m,0f 15-20 1820-25 Cyrus (1825-1855) 0m,1f 20-30 1810-20 unidentified female (daughter ?) 0m,0f 30-40 1800-10 1m,1f 40-50 1790-00 George 1790 (m. Sarah Matilda 1797-1863) 1850 - Samuel Harkless is listed in Jefferson County, while William and Cyrus are listed in Clarion County. 1860 - Samuel, William, Charles and Abner, are all listed in Clarion County. Cyrus died about 1855-56 and his widow remarried in Mercer County. The sisters are difficult to identify once they marry, so it helps when one of their descendents identifies them. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

The Derrick, November 14, 2008: Loy N. Baker, Fryburg Thomas L. Dehart, Mariasville Virginia M. Felmlee, Oil City Presbyterian Home, formerly of Towne Towers, Oil City Clifford O. "Red" Garris, Parker, Allegheny Township, Butler County Thelma Charlotte Johnson McCoy Marwood, Franklin Ronald Charles "Ron" Seigworth, Shippenville Kenneth B. Smith, Messiah Village, formerly of Rockland Loy N. Baker, 70, of Fryburg died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at the Clarion Hospital. Born March 20, 1938, in Huefner, he was the son of the late Russell and Florence Kaness Baker. Mr. Baker was a lifelong resident of the Lucinda and Fryburg area and attended Farmington High School. He was a long-haul truck driver for Krevda Brothers and served in the U.S. Army Reserves. He was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church in Venus. Mr. Baker was married June 24, 1963, to Judith Detar Baker, who survives. In addition to his wife, Mr. Baker is survived by two daughters, Jill Guth and her husband, Bob, of Marble; and Jennifer Wilson and her husband, Richard, of Erie; a brother, Kenneth Baker of Huefner; and a sister, Ethel Krevda and her husband, Mike, of West Middlesex. He is survived by four grandchildren, Tanner and Brody Guth of Marble and Josie and Jessie Wilson of Erie. In addition to his parents, Mr. Baker was preceded in death by an infant sister, Bernice Baker. Family viewing will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday in the Faller Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. John Wood, pastor of Faith Lutheran Church, presiding. Burial will follow in the Venus Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the Autism Research Institute, 4182 Adams Ave., San Diego, Calif., 92116. Memorials may be made online at https://autismdonations.com/donate.html. Thomas L. Dehart, 70, of Mariasville near Emlenton, passed away suddenly during the morning of Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, at his residence of natural causes. He was married to the former Janet Rose, formerly of Dutch Hill, Perry Township, Clarion County. A complete obituary will be published Saturday in The Derrick. Arrangements are being handled by the Buzard Funeral Home in Parker. Virginia M. Felmlee, 88, formerly of Towne Towers in Oil City and a resident of the Presbyterian Home in Oil City, died at 8:40 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born March 6, 1920, in Kittanning, she was a daughter of Peter H. and Martha Haines Slater. She moved to Oil City when she was 3. Mrs. Felmlee attended the Clapp Farm School. She attended the Oil City Church of the Nazarene and enjoyed sewing, arts and crafts, going on bus trips, and volunteering to deliver meals for the Area Agency on Aging. On June 22, 1937, she married James W. Felmlee in Limestone N.Y., and he preceded her in death June 16, 1990. They lived in the Oil City area except for 13 years in Greenville. Mrs. Felmlee is survived by five children, Donna J. Kovach of Oil City, William Felmlee and his wife, Linda, of Oil City, Lanny "Rick" Felmlee and his wife, Denise, of Oil City, Dennis A. Felmlee and his wife, Kathy, of North Carolina, and Virginia M. Scanlon and her husband, Tony, of Franklin; 14 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one son, Robert J. Felmlee; two daughters, Nancy L. Gravatt and Judith G. Felmlee; one grandson, Dallas Felmlee; two great-grandsons; three brothers, George Slater, Harry Slater and Walter E. Slater; and two sisters, D. Louise Fellows and Geraldine Slater. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 8 p.m. today at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. today at the funeral home with the Rev. William Hopkins, pastor of Oil City Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens. Clifford O. "Red" Garris, 75, of Parker Pike, Parker, Allegheny Township, Butler County, died at 11:45 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at Clarion Hospital following an illness. Born April 18, 1933, in Bruin, he was the son of Clifford and Mable Corbett Garris. Mr. Garris was married Aug. 20, 1956, to Catherine Kriebel Davis, who preceded him in death April 2, 2004. Mr. Garris retired from Conrail and had been a conductor for the Pennsylvania Railroad for 33 years. He and his son, Mark, operated their farm in Allegheny Township, Butler County, for many years. Mr. Garris was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by four children, Mark Garris of Parker, Matthew Garris of Detroit, Mich., Mary Pierce and her husband, Harry, of Melvindale, Mich., and Martha Cochran and her husband, Glenn, of Oil City. He is also survived by nine grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; four sisters, B. Marie Rosenberger of Worthington, Irene Haugh of Callensburg, Mary Kline and her husband, Lynn, of Knox, and Ressie Burris and her husband, Lawrence, of Knox. In addition to his parents and his wife, Mr. Garris was preceded in death by one son, Jackie L. Davis on Sept. 17, 2004; and one brother, Walter Garris, in 1939. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Saturday at the Hile Funeral Home Inc., 1204 Kerr Ave., Emlenton. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home with the Rev. John Hickman, pastor of the Fertigs Charge of the United Methodist Church, officiating. Online condolences may be sent at hilefh.com. Thelma Charlotte Johnson McCoy Marwood, 88, of Franklin, passed away at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca surrounded by her loving family. Born Dec. 29, 1920, in Franklin, she was the daughter of the late Esther M. and John A. Johnson. Mrs. Marwood attended Rocky Grove High School. In August 1942, she married Charles Rollin "Pezzar" McCoy. Mr. McCoy was a military man, so the couple traveled during the first few years of their marriage. After he was discharged, they returned to Rocky Grove to raise their family. Following Mr. McCoy's death in 1989, she was married Oct. 14, 1995, in Franklin to Gail H. Marwood, who survives. Mrs. Marwood enjoyed gardening, golf, home decorating, her family and friends, and she was especially fond of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to her second husband, Mrs. Marwood is survived by one son, Gary McCoy of Meadville; one daughter, Rebecca McCoy Davis of Grove City; one stepdaughter, Sue Hilton of Franklin; one stepson, Steve Marwood and his wife, Rita, of Linesville; and five grandchildren, Aaron Davis of Grove City, Ben Davis and his wife, Ann, of Grove City, Andrea Davis of Grove City, Meghan McCoy of Conneaut Lake and Katie McCoy and her husband, Randy, of Wilmington, N.C. Mrs. Marwood is also survived by six step-grandchildren, Beth Friedman and her husband, Chris, of Chippewa Township, Eric Hilton of Seattle Wash., Michael Hilton of Asheville, N.C., Sara Hilton of Morgantown, W.Va., Brad Marwood and his wife, Kortney, of Mechaniscburg, and Tyler Marwood of Beaver Falls, who is an university exchange student in China; five great-grandchildren, Lauren, Emily and Matthew Davis of Grove City, Moravia Beach of Franklin and Evan Harris of Wilmington, N.C.; two sisters, Lorraine McCauley and her husband, Bill, of Franklin, and Leora Zinz of Franklin; and two brothers, Shayler Johnson of Beverly Hills, Fla., and Herman Johnson of Jamestown, N.Y. In addition to her parents and first husband, Mrs. Marwood was preceded in death by two sisters, Helen Ione Splatt and Esther Franklin; and one brother, John Johnson. Friends will be received from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Randy Kightlinger of the Fox Street Church of God officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice Division of the Venango County Chapter of the Visiting Nurses Association, 491 Allegheny Ave., Franklin. Ronald Charles "Ron" Seigworth, 72, of Alison Drive, Shippenville, died Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, at the Clarion Hospital. Born Feb. 12, 1936 in Venus, he was the son of the late Clyde Lester Seigworth and Bernice Viola Gordon Seigworth. Mr. Seigworth was an experimental mechanic for Joy Manufacturing, retiring in 1989. He served in the Air Force. Mr. Seigworth was married Sept. 14, 1957 to Ghyneth Uretta Fox, who survives. He was a member of the Manor United Methodist Church, Shippenville, and was a life member of American Fishing Club. He also belonged to the American Rifle Association. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, woodworking and fixing any item that was broken. In addition to his wife, Mr. Seigworth is survived by a daughter, Bambi Lee Seigworth of Shippenville; four brothers, Gerald James Seigworth and his wife, Ethel, of Reno; Paul Seigworth and his wife, Rose, of Oil City; Francis Seigworth and his wife, Lucett, of Reno; and Merle Seigworth of Franklin. In addition to his parents, Mr. Seigworth was preceded in death by two brothers, Clyde L. Seigworth and Gary Seigworth; and one sister, Phyllis Cassett. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Goble Funeral Home and Crematory, 330 Wood Street, Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with Pastor Kate Reitz officiating. Interment will be in the Sunset Memorial Gardens, Cranberry, Venango County. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Manor United Methodist Church, Airport Road, Shippenville. Online condolence may be sent to www.goblefh.net. Kenneth B. Smith, 88, of Messiah Village, formerly of Rockland, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, at Holy Spirit Hospital. Born Oct. 27, 1920 in Rockland, he was a son of the late Floyd L. and Della M. Reed Smith He was a 1943 graduate of Grove City College, and retired as a chemical engineer and assistant superintendent for Pennzoil Corporation. He was a member and served in leadership at the Oil City Christian Missionary Alliance Church Mr. Smith is survived by his wife, Louise A. Crozier Smith; two sons, Douglas B. Smith of Clayton, N.C., and David K. Smith of Manassas, Va.; a daughter, Karen S. Roberts of Mechanicsburg; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The viewing will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday until the service, which begins at 2:30 p.m., at the Messiah Village Chapel, 100 Mount Allen Boulevard, Mechanicsburg. Graveside services will be 1 p.m. Sunday in Rockland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Messiah Village Endowment Fund, 100 Mt. Allen Drive, Mechanicsburg, 17055. To sign the online guest book visit www.malpezzifuneralhome.com.

The Derrick, November 13, 2008: Albert Harry Davenport, Sligo RD Arlena R. Haggerty, 103 N. 13th St., Franklin Gerald E. "Jerry" Snyder, 2011A Madison St. Extension, Sligo Getting it right - Harry Robert Carpenter Getting it right - Eleanor J. "Peg" Gruver Doverspike Albert Harry Davenport, 78, of Sligo Road, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, at Clarion Hospital following a lengthy illness. Born March 21, 1930 in Knox, he was the son of the late Arthur and Elvie Kline Davenport. Mr. Davenport graduated from White Memorial High School in 1949. He then served in the U.S. Marine Corp. as a corporal. He worked as a foreman for Bero Construction and as a foreman and equipment operator for Cotteran Coal Co. Mr. Davenport also worked in road construction and maintenance in the Allegheny National Forest. He retired in 1997. He was a member of the former Mt. Zion Lutheran Church of Sligo. Mr. Davenport enjoyed working on his farm, gardening and spending time with his family. He was a loving husband and father and adored his grandchildren. He was married Aug. 14, 1954, to Betty A. Nevel who survives. In addition to his wife, Mr. Davenport is survived by three children, Douglas Davenport and his wife, Diane, of Sligo; Arthur Davenport of Sligo; and Amy Stockdill and her husband, Ronald, of Sligo. He is survived by three grandchildren, Melissa Taylor and her husband, Andrew, of Collegville; and Amber Buzard and Colton Stockdill, both of Sligo. Mr. Davenport is also survived by two sisters, Ruby Salvo and her husband, Richard Sr., of Shippenville; and Helen Jean Wentling and her husband, Finley, of Emlenton; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Davenport was preceded in death by a sister, Emma Jane, and a brother, Arthur Leroy. The viewing and funeral services are private and at the convenience of the family. The Rev. Karen Parsh, pastor of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Knox, will officiate at the service. Interment will be in the Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Sligo. The family suggests memorials be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1051 Twin Church Road, Knox, 16232, or the Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Sligo, 16225. The David C. McEntire Funeral Home, Inc., 504 East Penn St., Knox, is in charge of the arrangements. Arlena R. Haggerty, 79, of 103 North 13th St., Franklin, died at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at The Caring Place in Franklin. Gerald E. "Jerry" Snyder, 75, of 2011A Madison St. Extension, Sligo, died at 2:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, the Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center near Sligo. Born Aug. 25, 1933, in Sligo, he was the son of the late Lyle and Agnes Elliott Snyder. Mr. Snyder was a 1951 graduate of Sligo High School where he was active in athletics. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served state-side during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Snyder was married May 7, 1960, to the former Judy Yates, who survives. He worked most of his life in banking, retiring in 1987 from Integra Bank in Clarion. Following his retirement from the bank, he drove a school bus for A-C Valley and Union school districts for several years. Mr. Snyder was a member of the Licking-Cherry Run Presbyterian Church near Rimersburg where he had served as treasurer. He was a member of the Clarion County Campers and the Sligo Lions Club. In the past he belonged to the Rimersburg Lions Club and the Sligo Volunteer Fire Company. He was also an ambulance driver for the S.C.C.V.A.S., a Little League baseball coach, and treasurer for Rep. Fred McElhattan. Mr. Snyder enjoyed camping, traveling, attending Union athletic events and daily breakfasts at the Korner Restaurant in Sligo. In addition to his wife, Mr. Snyder is survived by a daughter, Julie Raybuck and her husband, Jeff, of Sligo; a grandson, Dustin Sams of Sligo; a granddaughter, Rachel Raybuck of Sligo; and a sister-in-law, Helen Snyder of Virginia Beach, Va. He is also survived by his only remaining cousins; Norene Burns of Sligo; Richard Smith of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii; and Kay Smith of Ridgecrest, Calif.; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Snyder was preceded in death by a son, Gerald E. "Jerry" Snyder Jr. in December 1977. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Janet McFarland, and a brother, Ronald Snyder. The family will received friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday and 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the Varner Funeral Home in Sligo. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Colin Coch, pastor of New Hope Church in Clarion, and the Rev. Robert Moore, retired Presbyterian minister, co-officiating. Interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery in Sligo. Memorials may be made to the Clarion-Forest VNA in Knox or Union Elementary Religious Release Time Program c/o Anita Jane Rankin, 158 Baker St., Rimersburg, 16248. Getting it right - Harry Robert Carpenter Harry Robert Carpenter, 67, formerly of Franklin and Oil City, died at 8:15 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at Golden Living Center in Shippenville. Mr. Carpenter was preceded in death by two daughters, Robin Sue Miller and Kimberly Ann Carpenter. Getting it right - Eleanor J. "Peg" Gruver Doverspike Eleanor J. "Peg" Gruver Doverspike, 85, of 127 Pheasant Farm Road, New Bethlehem, died Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, at Jefferson Manor in Brookville. She was first married to Glenn R. Gruver, who preceded her in death on June 21, 1984. Among her survivors is a daughter, Judy Mangus of Ford City.

The Derrick, November 12, 2008: Leo A. "Lee" Belfiore, Ocala, Fla., formerly of Brookville Albert H. Davenport, Sligo RD Eleanor J. "Peg" Gruver Doverspike, 127 Pheasant Farm Road, New Bethlehem Phyllis Clara Harvey, 351 Causeway Drive, Franklin Ralph A. Schwab, Caring Place, Franklin, formerly of Seneca Getting it right - Harry Robert Carpenter Leo A. "Lee" Belfiore, 55, of Ocala, Fla., formerly of Brookville, died Sunday, Nov.9, 2008, in Ocala. Born Nov. 10, 1952, in Brookville, he was the son of the late Dominic Belfiore and Grace Holibaugh Belfiore, who survives. Mr. Belfiore was an employee of the U.S. Postal Service for 30 years. He was affiliated with Brookville First Baptist Church, was a member of Brookville Volunteer Fire Department and was an avid outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman. Mr. Belfiore also loved horses. He was a 1972 graduate of Brookville Area High School. Mr. Belfiore is survived by one brother, Walter J. Belfiore of Brookville; three nephews, one niece, one great-nephew and one great-niece. In addition to his father, Mr. Belfiore was preceded in death by one brother, Merle D. Belfiore. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the McKinney Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Brookville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Edward Hillard officiating. Interment will be in St. John Cemetery in Rose Township, Jefferson County. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church Elevator Fund, 101 Main St., Brookville, 15825. Albert H. Davenport, 78, of Sligo RD, died Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 11, 2008, at Clarion Hospital. The David C. McEntire Funeral Home in Knox is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick. Eleanor J. "Peg" Gruver Doverspike, 85, of 127 Pheasant Farm Road, New Bethlehem, died Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, at Jefferson Manor in Brookville. Born June 2, 1923, in Redbank Township, Armstrong County, she was the daughter of the late Frank Daniel Boddorf and Ruth Louella Martz Boddorf. Mrs. Doverspike worked in the kitchen at Jefferson Manor. She also sold Avon products for 30 years. She was first married to Glenn R. Gruver, who preceded her in death June 12, 1984. She later married Russell D. Doverspike, and he survives. Mrs. Doverspike is survived by one son, Glenn L. "Pete" Gruver and his wife, Jean, of Distant; four daughters, Judy Magnus of Ford City, Carol Singleton and her husband, Dana, of Greenville, Cindy Martin of Hawthorn and Kim McAfoose of Brookville; four sisters, Shirley Plyler and her husband, Ed, of Erie, Joan Hendrock and her husband, Ed, of Ohio, Lois Scott of Ohio and Norma Hilliard and her husband, Ab, of Fairmount City; and one brother, Gerald Copenhaver of Ohio. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and numerous stepchildren, step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and first husband, Mrs. Doverspike was preceded in death by one sister, Nancy Shick; two brothers, Robert "Bob" Boddorf and Curtis "Billy" Copenhaver; two stepbrothers, Wallace Copenhaver and Leo Copenhaver; one grandson, Thomas "Buddy" Martin; and two great-grandsons, Steven Notto Jr. and Buddy King. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Alcorn Funeral Home, 4065 Brookville Street, Hawthorn. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Pastor John Phillips officiating. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery in Mahoning Township, Armstrong County. Phyllis Clara Harvey, 79, of 351 Causeway Drive, Franklin, died at 2:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, at Sugar Creek Station. Born May 19, 1929, in Franklin, she was the daughter of the late Harry Smith and Mildred Henry. Mrs. Harvey was married June 4, 1953, to Howard R. Harvey, who survives. She was employed at Sykes Café/Washington Lunch as a waitress. Mrs. Harvey was an avid bowler and enjoyed arts and crafts. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three children, Ronny Harvey of Palmer, Alaska, Richard Harvey of Harrisville and David Harvey of Adel, Ga. She is also survived by eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one sister, Thelma Deal of Franklin; and one brother, William Smith of Franklin. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Harvey was preceded in death by nine brothers, Wallace Smith, Harry Smith, Calvin Smith, Melvin Smith, Ronald Smith, Clifford Smith, Richard Smith, Gilbert Smith and Albert Smith; and two sisters, Wilda Baker and Geraldine Davis. There will be no visitation or funeral services at the request of Mrs. Harvey. Interment will be at Franklin Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com The Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home in Franklin is in charge of arrangements. Ralph A. Schwab, 93, formerly of Seneca, a resident of The Caring Place in Franklin, died there at 12:45 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, 2008. Born Nov. 29, 1914, in Venus, he was a son of Arnold W. and Letta Rickenbrode Schwab. Mr. Schwab was a 1932 graduate of Knox High School. He worked as a chemist at Quaker State from 1932 to 1953, then for Pennzoil, retiring in 1979 with 26 years of service. Mr. Schwab enjoyed traveling and playing the piano. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Petrolia Lodge 363 F&AM, Venango Lodge of Perfection and New Castle Consistory. Mr. Schwab was a former member of the Seneca Volunteer Fire Department and a former committeeman for Boy Scout Troop 23 in Seneca. On June 26, 1937, he married the former Eleanor Nuhfer, who preceded him in death March 30, 1999. Surviving are three sons, Richard A. Schwab of Butler, Thomas R. Schwab of Franklin and Gerald V. Schwab of Oil City; 14 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Dorothy Albaugh and Bess Joseph; and two brothers, Clair Rickenbrode and O.V. Schwab. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Venus Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to Grace United Methodist Church or The Caring Place. Getting it right - Harry Robert Carpenter Harry Robert Carpenter, 67, formerly of Franklin and Oil City, died at 8:15 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at Golden Living Center in Shippenville. He was the son of the late Margaret Ann Kitson. Mr. Carpenter is survived by two daughters, Robin Sue Miller and Kimberly Ann Carpenter; and a granddaughter, Kelsi March.

The Derrick, November 11, 2008: Herbert A. Best, 103 Goetsch Road, Sugar Grove Township, Greenville Mary Veronica Reardon Blanchard, 1414 Otter St., Franklin Mary Lou Mills, Liberty Street, Clarion Terrie Lea Reott, St. Cloud, Fla., formerly of Ninevah Ralph A. Schwab, The Caring Place, Franklin Anthony J. Sineni Jr., 944 River Drive, Franklin Alice Luella Welms, Oil City Presbyterian Home Memorial set for Donald E. Couch Herbert A. Best, 79, of 103 Goetsch Road, Sugar Grove Township, Greenville, passed away at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008, at UPMC Horizon Greenville due to a heart attack. Born Dec. 2, 1928, in West Monterey, he was the son of the late Cleveland and Bertha Garris Best. Mr. Best retired as a forklift operator from R.D. Werner Co. with more than 30 years of employment. He was a member of Greenville Alliance Church. Mr. Best was a lifetime member of VFW Post 3374 and was a past volunteer with Hempfield Volunteer Fire Department. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, gardening, cooking and the outdoors. He was always helping out friends and neighbors. Mr. Best served in the U.S. Army from 1950 to 1952, serving during the Korean Conflict with the 424th Field Artillery Battalion. Mr. Best was married July 28, 1951, to Elizabeth Lorigan who preceded him in death Jan. 20, 2003. He is survived by two sons, Peter Best and his wife, Trina, of Adamsville, and Paul Best of Greenville; one brother, Max Best of Sandy Lake; and one sister, Julia Reisinger of Parker. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Best was preceded in death by one daughter, Lois Marie Best; six brothers, Peter Best, Walter Best, William Best, Jerry Best, Delbert Best and Joseph Best; and an infant sister. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Loutzenhiser-Jordan Colonial Funeral Home, 336-368 So. Main St., Greenville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Douglas, pastor Greenville Alliance Church, officiating. Burial with committal and military honors by VFW Post 3374 will be in Shenango Valley Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Hempfield Volunteer Fire Dept., 20 6th Ave., Greenville, 16125. Online condolences may be sent to loutzenhiserjordan@pymtele.net. Mary Veronica Reardon Blanchard, 80, of 1414 Otter St., Franklin, died at 5:53 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca following an extended illness. She is survived by her sons Robert, Thomas, Bruce, Chris and John. Ms. Blanchard was raised in Oil City and was a graduate of St. Joseph High School. Mary Lou Mills, 66, of Liberty Street, Clarion, passed away at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at Clarion Hospital after an illness. Born May 21, 1942, in Clarion, she was the daughter of the late David Thomas Rankin and Ardis Jeffery Rankin Mrs. Mills attended First United Methodist Church in Clarion She was employed at J.C. Penny in Clarion for a number of years. Mrs. Mills was married June 12, 1964, at First United Methodist Church in Clarion to Arthur A. "Art" Mills, who preceded her in death March 6, 2008. Mrs. Mills is survived by two sons, Thad C. Mills of Shippenville and Bruce A. Mills and his wife, Kathleen, of Fort Mill, S.C.; and two grandsons, Benjamin Mills and Charles Mills, both of Ft. Mill, S.C. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Mills was preceded in death by her father on June 23, 1978, her mother on Sept. 13, 1985, and a brother, John W. Rankin, on Jan. 9, 1974 Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. today at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg with the Rev. Deryl K. Larsen, pastor of First United Methodist Church in Clarion, officiating. Friends and family may view as they arrive for the funeral service. Interment will follow in Rimersburg Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Charitable Deeds and Services, 98 Hickory Nut Lane, Knox, 16232. Terrie Lea Reott, 63, of St. Cloud, Fla., formerly of Ninevah, passed away at 7:42 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, in the St. Cloud hospital following a lengthy illness. Born Nov. 1, 1945, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Charles Snivley Jr. and Bertha Snow Snively. Ms. Reott resided in Ninevah until moving to Florida in 1991. She was a 1963 graduate of Keystone High School and a member of the American Legion in St. Cloud, Fla. Ms. Reott loved spending time with her grandchildren and taking care of her dog, Taco, and her cat, Meko. She also enjoyed talking on her cell phone with her friends from Pennsylvania. Ms. Reott is survived by her mother, Bertha; one daughter, Shelly Myers and her companion, Monty Chapman Jr., of St. Cloud, Fla.; one granddaughter, Ashley Musser and her fiance, Chuck DePari, of Kissimmee, Fla.; one grandson, Travis Myers of St. Cloud, Fla.; one sister, Penny and her husband, Gil Rigby, of St. Cloud, Fla.; one nephew, Jerry Jack; and a special friend, Dave Phillips of St. Cloud, Fla. Ms. Reott was preceded in death by her father, Charles. There will be no public visitation or funeral services at Ms. Reott's request. The Fisk Funeral Home in St. Cloud is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to Shelly Myers, 3611 Tree Line Way, St. Cloud, Fla., 34769. Ralph A. Schwab, 93, a resident of The Caring Place in Franklin, died at 12:45 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, 2008. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday. Anthony J. Sineni Jr., 72, of 944 River Drive, Franklin, died Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008, at his residence. Born Aug. 9, 1936, he was the son of the late Anthony J. Sineni Sr. and Mary Grisanti. Mr. Sineni was employed by Wyeth Laboratories as a drug representative before retiring after 30 years of service. He attended First Presbyterian Church in Franklin and was a member of the choir. Mr. Sineni was a graduate of Bennett High School and obtained his bachelor's degree in English from the University of Buffalo. He enjoyed crossword puzzles, gardening, cooking and the opera. He was a "people person." Mr. Sineni is survived by three children, Anthony J. Sineni III and his partner, Nona Hichborn, of Portland, Maine, Allison Rhodes and her husband, Phillip, of Pittsburgh, and Alyssa Truckenbrod and her husband, Jason, of Allison Park; and 12 grandchildren, Phoebe Rayher of Pittsburgh, Axel Wales of Pittsburgh, Lukas Truckenbrod of Allison Park, Alex Rhodes of Pittsburgh, Nathaniel Fredericks of Kennett Square, Oliver Fredericks of Kennett Square, Benjamin Truckenbrod of Allison Park, Fiona Truckenbrod of Allison Park, Claire Rhodes of Pittsburgh, Bryce Hichborn of Portland, Maine, Anthony J. Sineni IV of Portland, Maine and Reid Sineni of Portland, Maine. Mr. Sineni is also survived by two sisters, Dorotea Brach and her husband, Albert, of Kenmore, N.Y., and Josie Lapetina of West Seneca, N.Y.; a special friend, Marlene McMurray of Franklin; and his former wife, Carole Battista Towers of Charleston, S.C. In addition to his parents, Mr. Sineni was preceded in death by one daughter, Karen Fredericks; and two sisters, Marilyn Gasser and Linda Lesniowski. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. today at the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home, 1315 Chestnut St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church in Franklin with the Rev. Samuel Gibbs, pastor, officiating. Memorials may be made to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, Texas, 75265-0309. Condolences may be sent online at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com Alice Luella Welms, 102, a resident of the Oil City Presbyterian Home, died at 5:05 a.m. Monday, Nov. 10, 2008. Born Aug. 26, 1906 in Oil City, she was the daughter of the late William and Ida Mae Kitelinger. Mrs. Welms graduated from Clarion Normal School. She first taught in a one-room school house, and then did most of her teaching in Corry where she taught first grade. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Oil City. On May 29, 1929 she married Theodore W. "Ted" Welms, who preceded her in death on Feb.16, 1983. Mrs. Welms is survived by several nieces and nephews, among whom are, Betty L. Fox of Oil City; Norman "Bud" Kitelinger Jr. and his wife, Ida Mae, of Walnut Bend; Norma Jeanne Mahanna and her husband, Ken, of Magnolia, Texas; Bill Kitelinger and his wife, Shirley, of Windham, Ohio; Jim Kitelinger and his wife, Ruth, of Poland, Ohio; Gayle Bolles and her husband, Ellsworth, of Ormond Beach, Fla.; Peggy Spriggs and her husband, Harry, of Brookville, Wis.; Charlotte Dale and her husband, Bob, of Youngsville; and Laureen Welms of Oil City. Also surviving are numerous great nieces and great nephews and great-great nieces and great-great nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by four brothers, Norman Kitelinger, George Kitelinger, William Kitelinger and John Kitelinger; and four sisters, Martha Crum, Esther Kinselman, Mary Frischman Downing and Nellie Mae Downing. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. David Oester, pastor of Christ Lutheran Church, officiating. Interment will be in Grove Hill Cemetery. Memorial set for Donald E. Couch A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Peters Chapel in Trinity United Methodist Church, Oil City, for Donald E. Couch. Mr. Couch, of Oil City, died Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, at Golden Living Center in Oil City.

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The Derrick, November 10, 2008: Herbert I. Bowser, 110 Corner St., P.O. Box 46, Distant Harry Robert Carpenter, formerly of Franklin and Oil City Jean Rader Coachman, Ridge Ave., Strattanville Edna C. Collins, East Hickory Linda Kay Persing Heffernan, Franklin Forrest "Frick" Jackson, Godfrey, Ill., formerly of Elk City Joseph F. Martyna Jr., Ravenna, Ohio, an Oil City Mary Lou Mills, Liberty Towers, Clarion Richard S. Sherman, Parker Theresa D. Southwick, 622 E. Walnut St., Titusville James D. Stranford, 3838 Route 257, Cranberry Township Herbert I. Bowser, 98, of 110 Corner St., P.O. Box 46, Distant, died Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, at his residence. Born May 29, 1910, in Distant, he was a son of Daniel and Hattie (Adams) Bowser. Mr. Bowser served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a prisoner of war. He was a barber for more than 70 years. He was a member of the Oakland Church of God of Distant, where he served for many years on the board of trustees. Mr. Bowser was a lifetime member of the Walter W. Craig Post No. 354 of the American Legion in New Bethlehem. He was married July 22, 1930, to the former Grace I. Shumaker, who preceded him in death July 23, 2001. Surviving are a son, Roger Bowser of New Bethlehem; two daughters, Evelyn Wiant and Joan Facemyer and her husband, Frank, all of New Bethlehem; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Terry Bowser; a brother, Kenneth Bowser; and two sisters, Ruby White and Violet Miller. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Alcorn Funeral Home, Hawthorn. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with pastor Jimmy Swogger of the Oakland Church of God of Distant officiating. Harry Robert Carpenter, 66, formerly of Franklin and Oil City, died at 8:15 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at Golden Living Center, Shippenville. Born June 27, 1941, in Sewickley, he was a son of the late Chester E. and Margaret Ann Kiston Carpenter. He lived most of his life in the Oil City/Franklin area. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1959 to 1962. Mr. Carpenter worked for Selker Brothers gas stations in the Oil City area and was last employed in the paint and hardware department at Wal-Mart. He was of the Protestant faith. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking. He was married Aug. 12, 1977, to the former Ruth A. Ginnery, who survives in Franklin. Survivors also include two daughters, Maryann McCain and her husband, Lonnie, of Franklin, and Elizabeth C. Carpenter of Oil City; three brothers, Chester R. Carpenter of Clarion, Myron B. Carpenter of Somers Point, N.J., and John R. Carpenter of Emlenton; and three sisters, Ruth A. Link of Portersville, Willa Jane Mayle of Michigan and Barbara Jo Whitton of Kennerdell. Also surviving are six grandchildren, Bradley McCain, Jayda R. Richter, Courtney Haswell, John Mark Emmons, Kelsi Marsh and Joey Dolenak. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two stepdaughters, Robin Sue Miller and Kimberly Ann Carpenter; a stepson, Robert Timothy Carpenter and his first wife. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Hutchinson Funeral Home, 201 Bissell Ave., Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Bonnie Stoudt, associate pastor of the First Church of God of Oil City, officiating. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association, N/W PA Chapter, 110 W. 1oth St., Suite 212, Erie, 16501. Jean Rader Coachman, 81, of Ridge Ave., Strattanville, died Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008, in the DuBois Hospital. Born Jan. 8, 1927, in Miola, she was a daughter of Clarence McCleary and Lucy Younker McCleary, who preceded her in death. She was married first to Clarence E. Drayer, then William C. Rader and then, Frank A. Coachman, and all preceded her in death. She worked at Clarview Nursing Home and then Scotts Manors Apartments in Maryland for 18 years cleaning offices and apartments. Mrs. Coachman was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Clarion. Surviving are a son, William C. Rader of Oil City; two daughters, Linda J. (William) Ruffner of Treasure Lake, and Rhonda M. (Sam) Turner of Clarksville, Md.; three brothers, James McCleary of Miola, Richard (Kathryn) McCleary of Miola and David (Shirley) McCleary of Clarion; a sister, Lorna Wood-Strattanville; a grandson, David A. Hulihan; and one great-grandson. In addition to her parents and husbands, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Susan J. Hulihan; a grandson, William O. Hulihan; a sister, Helen L. Rader; and a brother, Russell L. McCleary. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Goble Funeral Home & Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Scott Hauser of the First Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment will follow in the Miola Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society. On line condolences may be sent to www.goblefh.net. Edna C. Collins, age 91, of East Hickory, died Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, at the Titusville Area Hospital, Titusville. Born May 2, 1917, in Tionesta Township, Forest County, she was a daughter of the late Edgar "Hass" and Cora (Blakesley) Hoovler. She was married Nov. 2, 1934, in Fredonia, N.Y., to Stanley R. Collins Sr., who died in May 12, 1988. She enjoyed sewing and reading. Surviving are three sons, Haskell Collins and his wife, Grace, of Tionesta, Stanley R. Collins Jr., with whom she resided with in East Hickory, and Ralph Collins and his wife, Sandi, of Tennessee; and two daughters, Evie Porta and her husband, John, of Tionesta, Fran Wimer and her husband, George, of Tidioute RD. Survivors also include two grandsons, Ed Collins and his wife, Dawn, of Kansas, and Shawn Collins of New York; five granddaughters, Patricia Scannell of Oil City, Debbie Ward and her husband, David, of Pittsburgh, Margot Abbott of Tennessee, Heather Maples and her husband, Billy, also of Tennessee, Meghan Garrison Snyder and her husband, Chad, of Oil City. Also surviving are eight great-grandchildren, Mary; Riley, Kelsey Jacob, Glenn, Kayla, Courtney and Haylee; a great-great-granddaughter, Mia; and a brother, William Hoovler and his wife, Norri, of Arizona. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Edith Range and Ethel Hoovler; and a granddaughter, Jennifer Lynn Garrison. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home of Tionesta. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with the Rev. David A. Hart officiating. Interment will be at Neilltown Cemetery, Harmony Township, Forest County. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to one's favorite charity. Condolences may be sent by e-mail to condolences@wimerfuneralhome.com Linda Kay Persing Heffernan, 53, of Franklin, died Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008. Linda's family and friends were her source of joy and happiness. She was the wife of 34 years of Michael Heffernan, who survives. They spent much of their time together traveling on their Yamaha Road Star and celebrating her life as a breast cancer survivor. She was the proud mother of two daughters, Lindsey Heffernan and Shawna Leighty and her husband, Brad. She was the daughter of Rexford (deceased) and Mary Persing, and the daughter-in-law of Floyd and Betty Heffernan. She was the sister of Dennis and Larry Persing; and the sister-in-law of Shirley Persing, Jeanne Persing, Joe Heffernan and his fiancé, Kim Patton, and Jan Hartman. Linda was the aunt of many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and was anxiously awaiting the arrival of her first grandchild, due in March 2009. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Morrison Funeral Home and from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Oakland United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the church with the Rev. Richard Roberts, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Lamey Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Relay for Life, in care of the American Cancer Society, 10 W. Front St., Oil City, 16301. Forrest "Frick" Jackson, 99 of Godfrey, Ill., formerly of Elk City, passed away Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008, in the presence of his family at the United Methodist Retirement Village in Godfrey. Born Aug. 9, 1909, near Emlenton, he was a son of the late Clemons and Amanda Elnora Nevel Jackson. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Mr. Jackson retired from the Pennsylvania railroad after many years of service. He also owned a grocery store in Turkey City for many years. He was a member of Mount Joy United Methodist Church. Mr. Jackson enjoyed watching baseball and football games. On Christmas Eve 1929, he married Ruby Exley Jackson, who survives in Godfrey. The Jacksons would have celebrated their 79th anniversary this year. In addition to his wife, Mr. Jackson is survived by a daughter, Val Jean Prewitt and her husband, William, and their family, of Laguna Vista, Texas; a son, Forrest E. Jackson and his wife, Mary Elizabeth Rader-Jackson of Godfrey, Ill.; and four grandchildren, Jan Shaffer of Knox RD, Susan (Jackson) Boatright and her husband, Kenny, of Mascoutah, Ill., U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Jackson and his wife, Malia, of Las Vegas, Nev., Greg Jackson of Fairview Heights, Ill.; and a step-grandson, John Rader of Kirkwood. Mo. Also surviving are nine great-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five sisters, Amanda, Grace, Hannah, Garnet and Edna; three brothers, Edward, Ralph and Howard; a daughter-in-law, Shirley Shaner; a son-in-law, W. Edward Best; and a grandson-in-law, Everett Shaffer Jackson. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Mount Joy United Methodist Church, Knox RD. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the church with the Rev. Chuck Jack, pastor of the church, officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Mount Joy United Methodist Church, 159 Mount Joy Road, Knox, 16232. The David C. McEntire Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Joseph F. Martyna Jr., 60, of Ravenna, Ohio, passed away Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, in his home. Born Feb. 26, 1948, in Oil City, he was a son of the late, Joseph and Mary (Riley) Martyna, Sr. Formerly of Stow, Ohio, Joseph lived in Ravenna since 1990 and attended Immaculate Conception Church. He was employed as a cashier for Giant Eagle in Streetsboro. He is survived by his wife, Mary (Knarr-Timms) Martyna; a son, Michael Martyna; a daughter, Donna Krizo; a step-daughter, Donna Messmore; and grandchildren Shelby, Josie, Tiffany, Danielle, Samantha, Alexandra, Chasey, Michael and Michaela. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Julie Jamison. Calling hours and funeral services were held Sunday at Shorts Funeral Home's Ravenna Chapel. Interment will take place today at Clintonville ME Cemetery in Clintonville. Mary Lou Mills of Liberty Towers, Clarion, the wife of the late Arthur Mills, died Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at Clarion Hospital. The Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home of Rimersburg is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The Derrick. Richard S. Sherman, 74, of Parker passed away at 9:42 a.m. Sunday morning, Nov. 9, 2008, at his residence following an illness. Born Sept. 19, 1934, in Emlenton, he was the son of the late Frank and Mabel Sheffer Sherman. He was a graduate of the former St. Petersburg High School. Mr. Sherman drove truck for Penreco at Karns City for 30 years, and was a member of the Teamster's Union. He was affiliated with the Park Hill Church of God at West Freedom. His hobbies included reading, watching cowboy and Civil War movies, and collecting model cars, especially antique models. Surviving are his wife, the former Vera Mahood, whom he married July 3, 1954; three daughters and their husbands, Lezlie and Terry Kriebel of Bruin, Jacqueline and Jeff Wilson of Big Bend, near Emlenton, and Kimberly and Mark Harned of Emlenton; a son, Richard Sheldon Sherman II at home; 12 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Survivors also include three sisters, June Cervenec of Clintonville, Maxine (Bud) Lutsko and Helen (George) Guthrie, all of Florida; two brothers, John "Barney" Sherman of Emlenton and Harry (Ann) Sherman of Franklin; a sister-in-law, Arlene Sherman of Salem, Clarion County; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Sherman. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home, Wayne Street, Parker. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with staff members of Park Hill Church of God officiating. Interment will be at a later time in Eau Claire Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Church Youth Camp Fund, in care of Parker Hill Church of God, Parker, 16049. Online condolences may be made at www.buzardfuneralhomes.com James D. Stranford, 94, of 3838 Route 257, Cranberry Township, died at 4:25 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at his residence. Born April 28, 1914, on Bully Hill, Franklin, he was a son of Alexander and Pearl Robison Stranford. Mr. Stranford graduated in 1932 from Oil City High School. He worked in the family business, the original A&B Stranford Dry Cleaners, retiring in 1973. Mr. Stranford belonged to the Order of DeMolay, Petrolia Lodge No. 363 F&AM; Venango Lodge of Perfection; and the New Castle Consistory. He also belonged to the northwestern Pennsylvania league of the Wolf's Head rifle team, the Rockland United Methodist Church, the Rockland Cemetery Association for more than 50 years, and was the last founding member of the Rockland Volunteer Fire Department, with more than 50 years of service. He was also a former Rockland Township supervisor and member of the Northwest Planning Commission. He was married Dec. 16, 1935, to the former Margaret Pyle, who survives. Also surviving are three children, James R. Stranford of Seneca, J. Robert Stranford of Maricopa, Ariz., and Lolla Smith of Bristow, Va.; 11 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Luzetta Malene of Phoenix, Ariz. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Allan G. Stranford; two sisters, Bertha I. Stranford and Sarah E. Stranford; and a grandson, James A. Stranford and his wife, Jamie. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Rex Wasser, a grandson of Mr. Stranford, officiating. Interment will be in Rockland Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the VNA Foundation, 491 Allegheny Blvd., Franklin, 16323, or the Rockland Volunteer Fire Department. Linda Kay Persing Heffernan, 53, of Franklin, died Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008. Linda's family and friends were her source of joy and happiness. She was the wife of 34 years of Michael Heffernan, who survives. They spent much of their time together traveling on their Yamaha Road Star and celebrating her life as a breast cancer survivor. She was the proud mother of two daughters, Lindsey Heffernan and Shawna Leighty and her husband, Brad. She was the daughter of Rexford (deceased) and Mary Persing, and the daughter-in-law of Floyd and Betty Heffernan. She was the sister of Dennis and Larry Persing; and the sister-in-law of Shirley Persing, Jeanne Persing, Joe Heffernan and his fiancé, Kim Patton, and Jan Hartman. Linda was the aunt of many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and was anxiously awaiting the arrival of her first grandchild, due in March 2009. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Morrison Funeral Home and from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Oakland United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the church with the Rev. Richard Roberts, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Lamey Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Relay for Life, in care of the American Cancer Society, 10 W. Front St., Oil City, 16301.

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The Derrick, November 8, 2008: James R. Dean, of 1334 Cochranton Road, Carlton Audrey J. Lawson Irvin, of Brooklyn, N.Y., formerly of Franklin Linda Kay Persing Heffernan, Franklin Phyllis A. Latshaw, 642 Hill City Road, Cranberry Gerald James Natcher, Summerville Helen L. Watters, Tionesta James D. "Thumper" Webster, Seneca Charles Fredic "Fred" Zickefoose, of Pittsburgh Road, Harrisville James R. Dean, 76, of 1334 Cochranton Road, Carlton, died Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca due to complications from cancer. Born Mar. 3, 1932, he was the son of Edward Eugene and Lottie Helen Lees Dean. He was married Dec. 3, 1955, to Shirley Griffin, who survives. Mr. Dean was a carpenter and worked for several construction companies in the area, some of which were Freyermuth's and Schnarr's Construction. He and his wife also operated Dean's Farm Market in Carlton from 1955 to 1997. He was a member of St. Mark United Church of Christ and was also a member of the Strawberry Growers Association. He enjoyed hunting and traveling to other farms to see their produce and examine new equipment that was ever changing. Mr. Dean was one to strike up a conversation and always would ask "Where are you from?" In addition to his wife of 52 years, Mr. Dean is survived by his children, Fred Dean and his wife, Gail, of Carlton, Patricia Huey and her husband, Shawn, of Cochranton, and Ralph Dean and his wife, Diana, of Carlton; and one sister, Josephine Rich of Sherman Oaks, Calif. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Robbie Dean, Jody Barnes, Lisa Dean, Morgan and Nathaniel Huey, and Seth and Cory Dean; four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by 12 brothers and sisters. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Dickson Family Funeral Home Inc., 123 S. Franklin St., Cochranton. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with the Rev. Russell Hines of St. Mark Church of Christ officiating. Interment will be in Cochranton Cemetery Memorials can be made to a charity of one's choice. Condolences can be e-mailed to dicksonfuneralhome@alltel.net Audrey J. Lawson Irvin, 72, of Brooklyn, N.Y., formerly of Franklin, passed away Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, at Brooklyn Hospital following a brief illness. Born June 17, 1936, in Franklin, she was the daughter of the late Herbert L. Lawson and Marion H. Patterson Lawson. She attended Franklin area schools. She was retired from Sedgwick James Insurance Co. where she worked in the administrative field. Mrs. Irvin was brought up at the Erie Street Church of God in Franklin. She had a wonderful sense of humor and loved to share her laugh. She was an aunt who took special interest in her nieces and nephews, acknowledging special occasions and encouraging them in their gifts. Mrs. Irvin was blessed with one grandchild, who was the pride and joy of her life, Herbert "Herbie" Whack, named after her father. She is survived by one daughter, Arlene Irvin of Brooklyn, N.Y.; one brother, Sheridan Lawson of New Castle; three sisters, Josephine Lawson Gibbs of Hermitage, Florence Lawson Richburg of Sharon and Shirley Lawson Blackwell of Dayton, Ohio; and one grandchild, Herebert Whack of Brooklyn, N.Y. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Irvin was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Irvin; and one sister, Marion Lawson Dickison. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Family Funeral Services at 333 Tompkins Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y., 11216. Linda Kay Persing Heffernan, 53, of Franklin, died Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, in Tionesta as a result of a motorcycle accident. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. They may also call from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at Oakland United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Oakland United Methodist Church with the Rev. Richard Roberts, pastor, officiating. A complete obituary will be published Monday. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Relay for Life, c/o American Cancer Society, 10 W Front St, Oil City, 16301. Phyllis A. Latshaw, 84, of 642 Hill City Road, Cranberry, died at 9:45 a.m. Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca after a lengthy illness. Born Feb. 3, 1924, in Titusville, she was a daughter of the late Avon B. and Sylvia Perry Stuck and was raised and adopted by her grandfather, Benjamin F. Perry. Mrs. Latshaw owned and operated a home cleaning service for many years. She dearly loved her family and friends, with whom she enjoyed spending time and listening to old-time country music with. She also enjoyed cooking and baking for her family. On June 27, 1940, she married Delbert E. Latshaw, who preceded her in death April 20, 1990. Mrs. Latshaw is survived by three children, Larry Latshaw and his wife, Pat, of Cranberry, Trudy (Jeanne) Ritts and her husband, Paul, of Seneca, and Edward Latshaw and his wife, Joyce, of Cranberry; and eight grandchildren, Shellie and Ted Snell of Canton, Ga., Chris and Sherry Bard of Oil City; Scott and Kris Ritts of Burgettstown, Vince and Joanna Latshaw of Cranberry, Larry and Mickey Latshaw of Fuquay-Varina, N.C., Eric and Gina Latshaw of Warren, Cyndi and David Nuhfer of Oil City and Amy and Grant Meabon of Franklin. Also surviving are 20 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren and one brother, Doyle Stuck of Florida. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Latshaw was preceded in death by one son, Russell Latshaw; one daughter-in-law, one granddaughter, one great-granddaughter, four sisters and one brother. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Heckathorn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the VNA Foundation/hospice. Gerald James Natcher, 67, of Summerville, formerly of Haborcreek, died Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, at Fairview Manor. In 2001, Mr. Natcher and his wife of 33 years, the former Audrey Paczynski, relocated to Summerville. Helen L. Watters, 78, of Tionesta, died Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, at Titusville Area Hospital. Born Aug. 15, 1930, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen Schilken O'Brien. She was married Aug. 25, 1956, in Pittsburgh to Charles H. Watters, who survives. She enjoyed spending time with her children. Her hobbies included reading and watching movies. Mrs. Watters was Catholic by faith. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Watters is survived by two sons, Charles J. Watters and his wife, Krystal, of Tidioute, and John P. Watters and his wife, Yvonne, of West Hickory; one daughter, Kathleen L. Watters of West Hickory; three granddaughters, Elizza, Kaylyn and Rayne Watters of Tidioute; one grandson, Stephen J. Watters of West Hickory; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Joseph S. Watters. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home of Tionesta. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Anthony Roman Catholic Church in Tionesta with the Rev. James A. Reardon as celebrant. Interment will be at Starr Cemetery in Kingsley Township, Forest County. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, Va., 22312; or the Sarah Stewart Bovard Memorial Library, Box 127 Tionesta, 16353. Condolences may be sent by e-mail to condolences@wimerfuneralhome.com . James D. "Thumper" Webster, 69, of Seneca, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca after a long, courageous battle with lung cancer. Born Jan. 12, 1939, in Oil City, he was a son of the late Kenneth Charles and Dorothy Bender Webster. He was married June 12, 1961, to Quinell Bartlett, who survives. Mr. Webster graduated in 1956 from Cranberry High School. After graduation in 1956, he worked at Johns Hopkins in Washington, D.C. >From there he entered the Air Force in December 1959 to January 1964. He was a life time member of IBEW Local 82 of Dayton, Ohio. He was also a member of the American Legion and a 32nd Degree member of the Masonic Temple. After retirement, he dearly loved playing music (the "tub", gut bucket) with the Pine Valley Boys, and he made many friends over his 17 years of playing. In addition to his wife, Mr. Webster is survived by two children, Teresa Webster of Seneca and Van Webster and his wife, Terry, of Diamond; four grandsons, Codie Webster of Oil City, Casey Webster, who is serving in the U.S. Army at Fort Hood, Texas, Colten Webster of Seneca and Aubrey James Webster of California. He is also survived by a brother, Kenneth "Dick" Webster of Dayton, Ohio; three sisters, Pat Carbaugh of Seneca, Joyce Lendrum of Louisiana and Mary Anderson and her husband, Tom, of Rocky Grove; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Webster was preceded in death by one brother, Vance Webster. At Mr. Webster's request, there will be no public visitation or funeral services. Memorial and military services will be held at Brandon Cemetery in Cranberry at a later time at the family's convenience. The Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City is in charge of the arrangements. Charles Fredic "Fred" Zickefoose, 73, of Pittsburgh Road, Harrisville, formerly of Sewickley, passed away at 10:45 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh Born Nov. 12, 1934, in Buckhannon County, W.Va., he was the son of Dorcy Henry Zickefoose and Dora Henrietta Moore Zickefoose. Mr. Zickefoose was married June 8, 1966, to Patricia M. "Pat" Zickefoose, who survives. He retired from the Port Authority Transit in Pittsburgh after 35 years of service. Mr. Zickefoose was a member of Barkeyville United Methodist Church, where he served as a trustee. He was also a member of the choir, was a youth group supporter and was active in vacation Bible school. He was a peacetime veteran, serving in the U.S. Army. He was also a member of Parker Allegheny Valley Lodge F&AM 521, and he was a Boy Scout leader in Bell Acres. Mr. Zickefoose loved spending time with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed bowling, hunting and fishing, and he was an avid NASCAR fan, especially of Dale Earnhardt. He is survived by three sons, Joseph L. Zickefoose Sr. and his wife, Margaret J., of Economy, David E. Zickefoose and his wife, Lena M., of Sewickley, and Fred Zickefoose Jr. and his wife, Joyce J., of Barkeyville; and five grandchildren, Kimberly A. Zickefoose and Joseph L. Zickefoose of Economy, Alexis R. Zickefoose of Sewickley, and Josh A. Zickefoose and John R. Zickefoose of Barkeyville. In addition to his parents, Mr. Zickefoose was preceded in death by an aunt, Metta "Ninnie" Brown. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Larry E. McKinley Funeral Home, 109 Emlenton St., Clintonville, and from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday at Barkeyville United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at Barkeyville United Methodist Church. Interment will be at Barkeyville United Methodist Cemetery in Barkeyville. Friends can e-mail condolences by visiting www.mckinleyfuneralhome.net The family suggests that in lieu of flowers contributions be made to BUM Building Fund, c/o Sandy Grossman, Box 5927, Harrisville, 16038.

The Derrick, November 7, 2008: Thomas William Clark, 618 South St., Clarion Ruth Y. Lindsay, Shippenville Thomas Merle Smith, Cleveland, formerly of Bredinsburg Road James D. Webster, Seneca Thomas William Clark, 77, of 618 South St., Clarion, died at 3:15 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born Oct. 7, 1931, at 618 South St. in Clarion, he was the son of the late Clinton V. Clark Sr. and Manila May McMillen Clark. He graduated from Immaculate Conception High School in Clarion in 1949. He also graduated magna cum laude from Gannon University in 1963, and he received the Bishop John Mark Gannon Award. Mr. Clark served in the U.S. Navy. In his earlier years, he worked at Owens-Illinois Glass Plant in Clarion. He was a certified public accountant, he was a co-owner and proprietor of the Bucktails Hotel in Marienville, and he was an antique dealer. Mr. Clark was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Clarion. He enjoyed watching sports, especially baseball, and he also enjoyed going for rides around Clarion. Mr. Clark is survived by six sisters, Maryann C. Speer of Clarion, W. Jane Kinkead and her husband, Charles, of Apollo, Nancy E. Hess of Jacksonville, Fla., M. Shirley McNamara and her husband, John, of DeLong, Fla., Rose Mary "Rosie" Clark, with whom he lived in Clarion, and A. Maureen Clark of Monroeville. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Clark was preceded in death by two brothers, Vincent Clark and Joseph Clark; one infant sister; and two brothers-in-law, Albert Speer and Richard Hess. Calling hours will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 3 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Clarion with the Rev. Monty Sayers officiating. Interment will be in Immaculate Conception Cemetery. Donations may be made to Immaculate Conception School, Main Street, Clarion. Those wishing to submit condolences may do so by visiting www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com. Ruth Y. Lindsay, 81, of Shippenville passed away Tuesday, Nov.4, 2008, at Clarion Hospital. Born Dec. 23, 1926, in Knox, she was the daughter to Alfred and Sarah Rowe Youkers. She was married Jan. 26, 1946, to Harry C. Lindsay, and he preceded her in death in December 1990. She was a graduate of Parker High School. Mrs. Lindsay enjoyed reading, playing bridge, bowling and playing golf with her husband and friends. She also loved spending time with her family and her grandchildren. She was a member of Pinecrest Country Club and Foxburg Country Club. Mrs. Lindsay is survived by a daughter, Sherry Grimm and her husband, Lewis, of Herndon, Va.; a grandson, Matt Grimm of Rockville, Md.; a daughter, Sally Hall and her husband, Preston, and their children, Clint Hall and Catie Hall, all of Clarion. Also surviving are her sisters, Fran Shoup of Vestal, N.Y., and Marilyn Graff of Port Charlotte, Fla.; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Lindsay was preceded in death by a brother, Harold A. Youkers, and a sister, Jean Eckels North. The family will receive friends from 3 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 15, at Grace Lutheran Church in Clarion. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. that day with the Rev. Harold O. Jacobson officiating. Memorials can be made to Grace Lutheran Church of Clarion and/or the Clarion Free Library. Those who wish to submit condolences may do so by visiting www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com. Merele Smith, 61, of Cleveland, formerly of Bredinsburg Road, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, Oct. 27, 2008. Born Oct. 20, 1947 in Reidsburg, he was the son of Merle and Barbara Smith. He was a graduate of Cranberry High School and Clarion University. He began his career as a high school history teacher and later earned his master's degree in psychology from Edinboro University. Mr. Smith opened North Coast Guidance, a private practice in Cleveland, in 1984 and dedicated his life to helping others as a professional clinical counselor. His greatest accomplishment was being a consistent source of strength and encouragement to his family. Mr. Smith is survived by his parents, Merle and Barbara Smith of Cleveland, formerly of Bredinsburg Road.; and two sisters, Judith Proper and her husband, Ronald, of Cleveland and Margery Blauser and her husband, Robert, of Fredonia. Mr. Smith also was the beloved father of Michelle Smith Kinney and her husband, Michael, and Danielle Smith, all of Columbus, Ohio, and Melinda Smith Yeargin and her husband, Rocco, of Akron, Ohio. He was a loving grandfather to Zachary, Schuyler, Lauren and Caitlin. A memorial service to celebrate his life was held Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008, at Bay Presbyterian Church in Bay Village, Ohio. James D. Webster, 69, of Seneca, died at 11:15 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. The Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Saturday.

The Derrick, November 6, 2008: Michael E. Hemmerling, Eau Claire Ruth Y. Lindsay, Ridgewood Road, Shippenville Clara A. Mattingly, 351 Causeway Drive, Franklin Ethel R. Melvin, of Sunbury Fields Lane, Butler, formerly of Grove City Hila Mae Stewart, Golden Living Center, Oil City Paul E. "Moose" Wyant Sr., 3413 Lamberton Road, Franklin Michael E. Hemmerling, 65, of Eau Claire passed away at 3:15 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh. He was the husband of Esther Miller Thompson Hemmerling. Mr. Hemmerling served in the U.S. Air Force , achieving the rank of staff sergeant, and served several tours in Vietnam. He retired from US Airways as an aircraft mechanic. Ruth Y. Lindsay, 81, of Ridgewood Road, Shippenville, passed away at 10:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, in Clarion Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion. A complete obituary will be published Friday in The Derrick. Clara A. Mattingly, 93, of 351 Causeway Drive, Franklin, died at 7:50 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, at Sugar Creek Station. Born July 1, 1915, in Washington, D.C., Mrs. Mattingly was the daughter of the late Francis Xavier Auth and Marie Koppers. She was married Oct. 25, 1955, to John L. Mattingly, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Mattingly was employed with USN/Federal Government-Department of Navy as a clerk/typist. She was a member of St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church in Franklin, where she was very active in the choir, sodality, and as a Eucharistic minister and lector. She was also active at churches in Rehoboth, Del., and Silver Spring, Md. She was involved with senior citizens clubs. Mrs. Mattingly was one of the first physical education teachers in grade schools after President John F. Kennedy initiated physical education in the schools. Mrs. Mattingly is survived by three children, John J. Mattingly and his wife, Christline, of York, S.C., Carol M. Maul and her husband, Andrew, of Franklin, and a stepdaughter, Sister John Bernadine SSJ of Philadelphia.; six grandchildren, Frank V. Weltner III of Erie, Jennifer M. Weltner of Pittsburgh, John T. Maul of Franklin, and Thomas J. Mattingly, Christine Mattingly and Valerie Mattingly, all of York, S.C. She is also survived by two sisters, Sister. M. Rosalia, SSND, and Sister M. Bernarde, SSND, both of Baltimore, Md. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Mattingly was preceded in death by two sisters and four brothers. There will be no visitation. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. John Herbein officiating. Arrangements are being handled by the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home Inc. of Franklin. Condolences may be sent online at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com. Ethel R. Melvin, 90, of Sunbury Fields Lane, Butler, formerly of Grove City, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, at Grove Manor Nursing Home in Grove City after residing there for only three weeks. Born June 30, 1918, in Franklin Township, Butler County, she was the daughter of the late Roy W. Campbell and Emma K. Kroll Campbell. She was married Jan. 10, 1942, to William "Cloyd" Melvin, who preceded her in death Sept. 16, 1986. A devoted housewife and mother, Mrs. Melvin also drove a school bus for Moore's Bus Service of Clintonville for the Victory and Franklin Area School District for 27 years. She also worked as a clerk at G.C. Murphy in Franklin. Mrs. Melvin attended elementary school at Mt. Chestnut in Butler County. She also attended Eakin Elementary public school in Irwin Township, Venango County, and she graduated from Wesley High School in Wesley. Mrs. Melvin was a member of Pleasantview United Methodist Church, where she played the piano for a number of years. She also played the piano for the Wesley and Barkeyville United Methodist churches. Gardening and crocheting were some of her hobbies, as well as baking wedding cakes. Mrs. Melvin is survived by three daughters, Judith A. Giesler and her husband, Daryl, of Slippery Rock, Bette J. Sommers and her husband, Edward, of Mercer, and Barbara L. Bobetich and her husband, Kenneth, of Berlin, Germany; nine grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Melvin was preceded in death by two sisters, an infant, Eleanor Ruth Campbell, and Lois Pearl McCutcheon. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Larry E. McKinley Funeral Home, 109 Emlenton St., Clintonville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Interment will be at Clintonville United Methodist Cemetery. Friends may e-mail condolences by visiting www.mckinleyfuneralhome.net Hila Mae Stewart, 83, a resident of the Golden Living Center of Oil City, formerly of West Middlesex, passed away peacefully at 11:40 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, at the Golden Living Center after a lengthy illness. Born Oct. 13, 1925, in Columbus Junction, Iowa, she was the daughter of the late Lee and Minnie Syphrit. Mrs. Stewart was a 1943 graduate of West Middlesex High School. She was a member of Shenango Valley Baptist Church in Hermitage, where she was well known for her piano playing for church services. She enjoyed playing bingo, crocheting, playing the piano and traveling. In her earlier years, she performed custodial services for various establishments, and she also worked at the Sharon Steel Restaurant and Isaly's Restaurant. She was married to Glenn E. Stewart, and he preceded her in death on Oct. 19, 1992. Mrs. Stewart is survived by a daughter, Gail Robinson; a son, John Stewart; a stepson, Clayton Peters; and two stepdaughters, Linda Sokie and Loretta Dukes. She is also survived by two nieces, Janet Wagner and her husband, Tim, with whom she made her home before moving to the Golden Living Center, and Diana Wood; a nephew, John Wood and his wife, Bonnie; two grand-nephews, Philip Wagner and his companion, Connie; and Joseph Wagner and his wife, Candace; two grand-nieces, Shannon Schubert and her husband, Kenneth, and Jennifer Wagner; and numerous great-grand nieces and great-grand nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Stewart was preceded in death by three brothers, Alvin Syphrit, Loren Syphrit and Carl Syphrit; a sister, Alice Hoover; a son, Donald R. Stewart; a great-nephew, Michael Wood; and close friends and sisters-in-law Betty Milner and Edna Mae Gharing. Friends and family are welcome to attend a memorial service to celebrate Mrs. Stewart's life at 3 p.m. Sunday at Shenango Valley Baptist Church, 40 South Neshannock Road, Hermitage. The Rev. Dr. Phillip Cooper, church pastor, will officiate. Interment will be in Haywood Cemetery in West Middlesex, Mercer County. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to a charity of one 's choice. The Hile-Best Funeral Home Inc. in Seneca, Cranberry Township, is in charge of funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be left to the family by visiting www.hilebest.com Paul E. "Moose" Wyant Sr., 74, of 3413 Lamberton Road, Franklin, died peacefully at 4:17 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born June 12, 1934, in Franklin, he was the beloved son of the late Charles E. Wyant Sr. and Elsie Wilson Wyant. Mr. Wyant worked as a steelworker at Franklin Steel, retiring in 1993 with 43 years of service. Following his retirement, he helped drive for Lepley's Bus Service. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed camping with his family, hunting and working in the woods cutting timber. He also attended flea markets and many of the local frys. He enjoyed playing cards and watching NASCAR racing. Most of all, he enjoyed spending quality time with his family, most especially his grandchildren. He was married Oct. 20, 1956, in Franklin by the Rev. B.E. Coleman to the former Betty Lou Morrison, who survives. In addition to his wife of 52 years, Mr. Wyant is survived by one son, Paul E. Wyant Jr. and his wife, Gayle, of Cooperstown; and two daughters, Margaret Ann Myers and her husband, Lee, of Carlton, and Cynthia Jean Armburger and her husband, Larry, of Franklin. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Christopher and Dustin Wyant, ThomAnn Buttray and her husband, Shawn, Amanda Walters and her husband, Scott, and Michael Scott Armburger; four great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Helen "Honey" Gibson, Lois Lepley and Gwen King, all of Cooperstown. In addition to his parents, Mr. Wyant was preceded in death by three brothers, Kenneth Wyant, Charles E. Wyant Jr. and Robert F. Wyant Sr. In accordance with Mr. Wyant's wishes, there will be no public visitation. Private family services and interment will be in Cooperstown Cemetery. Memorial contributions, if desired, may be directed to The Kirtland Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 108, Franklin. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin.

The Derrick, November 5, 2008: Virginia E. Baptie, Elss Street, Clarion Bertha L. Kiser, formerly of Clintonville and Knox Gary Lee Moyer, Fellowship Manor, Grove City, formerly of Clintonville Louise M. Robson, 208 South Park, Franklin Virginia Edelen Baptie, 85, of Elss Street, Clarion, died Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, at the Clarion Hospital. Born Oct. 23, 1923, in Sligo, she was the daughter of the late Charles Robert and Margaret Davis Edelen. Ms. Baptie attended grade school from first to seventh grades in Sligo and Five Points. She attended seventh through 12th grades in Clarion, graduating from Clarion High School in 1941. She attended Hoffs Business School in Warren, returning to Clarion after completing her courses. She worked for attorneys Merritt Davis and Russell Hepler at the Thrift Loan Office until 1945. Ms. Baptie moved to Kansas City in 1945 to take a three-month course at an airlines school, but was hired by American Airlines after two months and was sent to its two-week training class in Chicago. She worked in reservation sales in Cincinnati. In December 1945, Ms. Baptie was transferred to Washington, D.C. She became a lead agent in reservations and then an instructor for reservation, ticket sales, and ticket lift sales people, working at Washington National (now Reagan), Dulles and the Baltimore airports. After retiring from American Airlines in November 1980, she moved to Arizona and went to work for Carefree Travel Service in Scottsdale on a part-time basis. She retired from there in 1988 and returned to Clarion in 1989, residing there until her death. She worked with Sheriff Vern Smith and the Triad Group for several years. She kept busy remodeling her home, doing arts and crafts, keeping her Class of 1941 together by planning class reunions. She kept up with her relatives and friends, both in this area and elsewhere. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, John Robert Edelen. Friends will be received from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at Goble Funeral Home and Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Deryl Larsen officiating. Memorials may be sent to Clarion Hospital, Cancer Society or the Society for the Blind. Online condolence may be submitted to www.goblefh.net. Bertha L. "Puss" Kiser, 81, formerly of Clintonville and Knox, died Monday, Nov. 3, 2008, at the Clarion/Forest VNA Hospice House in Shippenville. Born May 20, 1927, in Elk Township, Clarion County, she was a daughter of the late Andrew S. and Myrtle Bell Blair. She married Wayne L. Kiser in April 1964 and he preceded her in death in 2005. Mrs. Kiser dearly loved her family and friends, nature, square dancing and life in general. She is survived by five children, Patricia Gilpin and her husband, Bill, of Shippenville; Janet Sedok of Virginia; William Lichtenberger and his wife, Helen, of Michigan; Donna Damron and her husband, Larry, of Michigan; and Carol Damron of Kentucky. Mrs. Kiser is survived by her beloved grandchildren, Raymond Gilpin of Clarion; Virginia Silvis and her husband, Ken, of Tionesta; Tina Gilpin of Franklin; Gary Lawhead of Franklin; Donald Sedok of Virginia; and Ken Sedok and his wife, Karie, of Virginia. She is also survived by five great-grandchildren, Ray Silvis and Tim Silvis of Tionesta; Danica and Dane Gilpin of Ohio; and Dylan Sedok of Virginia; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Kiser was preceded in death by two sisters and an infant brother. At Mrs. Kiser's request, there will be no public visitation or funeral services. Memorial contributions may be given to the Clarion/Forest VNA Hospice House at P.O. Box 668, Knox, 16232, whose love and caring made her last month great beyond belief. Arrangements by the William N. Rupert Mortuary, Inc. of Knox. Online condolences may be sent to Bertha's family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com. Gary Lee Moyer, 62, of Fellowship Manor, Pine Township, Grove City, and formerly of Clintonville, passed away Oct. 27, 2008, following a lengthy illness. Mr. Moyer was a 1964 graduate of Victory Joint High School. Louise M. Robson, 76, of 208 S. Park St., Franklin, died at 7:10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 2008 in The Caring Place in Franklin, following a long battle with cancer. Born in Franklin, she was the daughter of Leon John and Margaret Parry Fuller. Mrs. Robson was a retired floral designer. She lived most of her life in Franklin and was active in The Red Hat Society. Mrs. Robson also volunteered for the Sugarcreek Police Department. She assisted the department with its community-held events when possible and helped raise money for a police K-9 dog and various other community needs. She received the prestigious Governor's Award in 2004 for her community service efforts. Mrs. Robson was a member of the Galloway United Methodist Church. She married Edwin J. Robson, who preceded her in death in 1995. Surviving Mrs. Robson are five children, Gene DeWoody and his wife, Billie, of Roanoke, Va.; Keith DeWoody and his wife, Marie, of Snellville Ga.; Dennis DeWoody of Pittsburgh; Ted Robson and his wife, Ursula, of White Fish, Mont.; Racquel Townley and her husband, Scott, of Easley, S.C; seven grandchildren; three sisters, Nancy Moore and her husband, Donald, of Franklin; Joan Voloshin of Franklin; and Gerry Johnson and her husband, Jim, of Imperial Beach, Calif. At Mrs. Robson's request, there will be no visitation or services. Interment will take place at Lupher Chapel cemetery The family suggests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, 15205-4620. The Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin is in charge of the arrangements.

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The Derrick, November 4, 2008: Esther A. Burkhardt, of Vernon, Vt., formerly of Franklin Donald Couch, Oil City Doris Fair, Sligo, formerly of Bruin Jami Gahr, Gateway Drive, Oil City Jean Jarzenski, formerly of 9 Wabash Ave., Oil City Bertha Kiser, formerly of Knox and Clintonville Terry Lee Marlowe, Rimersburg William H. McDaid, Tionesta Georgia McMichael, Naples, Fla., formerly of Franklin Mary Frances Schwabenbauer, 516 North St., Oil City Marguerite Yashinski, formerly of Jared Lane, Kennerdell Esther A. Burkhardt, 94, of Vernon, Vt., formerly of Franklin, died Oct. 30, 2008, at the Vernon Green Nursing Home in Vernon, Vt. Born Jan. 10, 1914, in Franklin, she was the daughter for the late Frank and Laura Burns Haggerty. She was first married to James Creasman and later married Arthur M. Burkhardt. Together they started Burkhardt Paving Business, which they ran from 1941 to 1962 in Franklin. They then moved to Florida and operated several swap shops and later a gift shop on Pone Lane in Franklin. For many years, they spent winters in Florida and summers in Franklin. After Arthur's death in 1985, Esther moved to Asheville, N.C., and began an alteration business in her home. She continued sewing until the age of 91 when she moved to Vernon, Vt., to live with her daughter, Carol. She loved being a homemaker and taking care of her family. She was happiest when she was cooking or sewing. Mrs. Burkardt is survived by a son, James Creasman and his wife, Sandy, of Hendersonville, N.C.; a stepson, Leonard Burkhardt and his wife, Gloria, of Port Charlotte, Fla.; a daughter, Carol Richardson and her husband, Larry, of Vernon, Vt.; a brother, Leroy Haggerty of Oil City; four sisters, Ruth McCauley of Franklin, Joanne Leskoske of Lexington, S.C., Jean Owens of Oil City and Mary Jane Andrews of Littleton, Colo.; 14 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur M. Burkhardt; a stepson Richard Burkhardt, a brother and two sisters. Mrs. Burkhardt will be cremated in Vermont and her cremated remains will be laid to rest next to her husband, Arthur, in Franklin. There will be no calling hours at this time. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, at the First Baptist Church in Franklin. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to do so may make memorial contributions in her memory to the Vernon Green Nursing Home in Vernon, Vt. Arrangements are under the care of the Ker Westerlund Funeral Home, 57 High St. Brattleboro, Vt., 05301 (www.kerwesterlund.com). Donald E. Couch, 89, of Oil City, a veteran of World War II, died Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, at the Golden Living Center in Oil City. Born Sept. 16, 1919, in Oil City, he was the son of the late May S. and Joseph Couch. Mr. Couch was married April 19, 1942, to the former Roberta K. Elliston, who survives. Mr. Couch was the owner and operator of Snyder Brothers from 1946, upon his return from service during World War II, until his retirement from the business in 1991. He was in the Navy during the war. He served as chief petty officer with the Navy Seabees and was at Normandy on D-Day plus one. He graduated from Oil City High School in 1937 and the New York City School of Trades in 1940. While in New York, he was an accomplished volleyball player, winning the city championship for the YMCA in 1939. After his enlistment during the war, Mr. Couch attended Penn State University until returning to run the family business. Mr. Couch was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, the former Oil City Club, VFW Post 464, the Bucktails and numerous professional and business associations. He was an avid tennis player and enjoyed all kinds of sports. In his later years he drew special enjoyment from his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is survived by his children, Christine Rea and her husband, David, of Oil City and David Couch; a grandson, Dr. Brian Rea and his wife , Elena, of Oil City; and his great-grandchildren Nicholas, Arianna, Bryn, Brian Jr., and Selya Rea. He is also survived by his nephew, Jack Weiser and his wife, Susan, and many other nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Ruth Weiser, and his brother, Richard Couch. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, the Oil City Library the Venango County Humane Society or a charity of one's choice. The Goble Funeral Home of Clarion is handling arrangements. Doris Louella Guntrum Fair, 72, of Sligo, formerly of Bruin, passed away at 2:30 a.m. Nov. 3, 2008, at the Clarview Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center, Sligo, following an illness. Born May 30, 1939, in Conneration, Madison Township, Clarion County, Ms. Fair was the daughter of the late Perrie A. and Della L. Peters Guntrum. She was first employed at the Riverside Market in East Brady and then Clarview Nursing Home for 28 years in the dietary department when she retired in 2000. She was a member of the Sligo Church of the Nazarene where she served on the church board as a steward. She enjoyed collecting teddy bears and china baskets. Her favorite pastime was shopping. Ms. Fair is survived by a sister, Twila Barger and her husband, Clair, of Parker; a brother, Russell King and his wife, Ruth, of Knox; a very special nephew, James Barger and his wife, Barbara, of Sligo; two special nieces, Kathryn Barger of Parker; and Carol Ann Craig and her friend, Don E. Wirt, of Rimersburg; two special great nieces, Jenny Lynn Barger of Sligo and Ashley Dawn Craig of Parker. She is also survived by a friend, who was like a daughter, Pam Deal and her husband, Allen, of Fairview, Butler County; a sister-in-law, Zelma King of Huey; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents Ms. Fair was preceded in death by two brothers, Walter King and Joseph King. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg. Friends will also be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. John Panneton, pastor of the Church of the Nazarene of Sligo, officiating. Interment will follow in Bear Creek Cemetery in Petrolia. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sligo Church of the Nazarene, P.O. Box 72, Sligo, 16255. Jami L. Slye Gahr, 31, of Gateway Drive, Oil City, died unexpectedly Sunday, Nov.2, 2008, of natural causes shortly after her arrival at UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born on May 31, 1977, in Oil City, she was the daughter of James W. and Marcia K. Smith Slye of Oil City. She was a 1995 graduate of Cranberry High School. She graduated from Clarion University with a master's degree in early childhood/ elementary education in 1999. For the past several years, Mrs. Gahr had been employed by the Franklin Area School District as a kindergarten teacher in the Utica Elementary School. She was an active member of the Atlantic Avenue United Brethren Church, and was member of various church committees. She was actively involved in Venango Youth for Christ and especially enjoyed spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Joshua G. Gahr, whom she married in Franklin on Oct. 7, 2006, and a 5-day-old daughter Jenna Leann Gahr. She is also survived by a sister, Michelle Hoovler and her husband, Jayson, of Oil City; her mother and father-in-law, Fran and Jeneen Gahr of Utica; two brothers-in-law, Jeremy R. Gahr and his wife, Kerrianne; and Jake L. Gahr; and two nieces, Elizabeth Hoovler and Alexa Gahr. Mrs. Gahr is also survived by both her maternal and paternal grandparents and a number of aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received from 1 to 3 and 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Hile-Best Funeral Home, 2751 Route 257, Seneca. Friends will also be received at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home up until the time of service. Funeral services will be at noon Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Gary Small, pastor of the Atlantic Avenue United Brethren Church, and the Rev. T. Christopher Hill, pastor of Oil City Free Methodist Church, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Venango Youth for Christ, 107 Bredinsburg Road, Seneca. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hilebest.com. Jean C. Jarzenski, 87, formerly of 9 Wabash Ave., Oil City, a former employee of Continental Can Co., died at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008, at the Oil City Presbyterian Home. Born April 25, 1921 in Tionesta, she was the daughter of the late Ivan Zuck and Margaret Nicol Zuck. Mrs. Jarzenski was married Dec. 31, 1948, to Henry J. Jarzenski, who preceded her in death in July 1990. She worked on the assembly line at Continental Can until her retirement in October 1978. Mrs. Jarzenski is survived by a daughter, Donna J. Dolak of Austintown, Ohio; a son, Charles R. Jarzenski of Seneca; a sister, Violet Bickel of Florida; numerous grandchildren including Christine Russell, Debra Hollis, Kim Hovanac, Chrissy Hovanac, Charles Jarzenski Jr. and Sara Jarzenski; numerous great-grandchildren including Joshua Keibler, Meghan Russell and Tommy Rodgers; two great-great-grandchildren, Logan Rossey and Aidan J. Keibler; and a special friend, Marie Samol of Oil City. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Jarzenski was preceded in death by two sons, Robert Young and James Jarzenski; two daughters, Donna J. Young and Barbara A. Wert; three brothers; five sisters; a grandson, Randy Lawrence; and a great-grandson, Jeremy Hollis. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Hutchinson Funeral Home, 201 Bissell Ave., Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens at Cranberry. Bertha L. "Puss" Kiser, 81, formerly of the Knox and Clintonville areas, died Nov. 3, 2008, at the Clarion/Forest VNA Hospice House in Shippenville. A complete obituary will appear in Wednesday's Derrick. The William N. Rupert Mortuary, of Knox is in charge of arrangements. Terry Lee Marlowe, 56, of Acme St., Rimersburg, passed away at 12:20 a.m. Nov. 3, 2008, at the Clarion Hospital. He had been ill since July 3. He was born June 10, 1952, in Butler, the son of William T. and Edith Mae Walker Marlowe of Butler. He was a member of the Sligo Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder of the church and was a member of the worship committee. He graduated from the Slippery Rock High School in 1970 and then served with the U. S. Navy, receiving basic training at San Diego, Calif. He was serving the Presbyterian Churches in the Kiskementatis Presbytery as a lay pastor at the time of his death and was highly regarded by area church congregations. Until his health failed, he was the manager of the Trader Horn store in Clarion, holding that position since 1999. He had been a 27-year employee with Trader Horn. Mr. Marlowe was married June 6, 1987, at the Concord Presbyterian Church in Hooker to the former Robin K. Bowser of Bruin, who survives. Mr. Marlowe is also survived by two sons, Corey Roy Marlowe of Ft. Collins, Colo., and Scott Matthew Marlowe of Curllsville, formerly of Loveland, Colo.; two daughters, Heather Nicole Marlowe of Rimersburg and Melissa Brianne Marlowe of Rimersburg; six grandchildren; his parents, William T. and Edith M. Marlowe, of Butler; a brother, William Thomas Marlowe Jr. and his wife, Margaret, of Zelienople; three sisters, Kathy S. Buerkle of Butler; Diane L. Kemper and her husband, Regis, of Prospect; Wendy J. Hazlet and her husband, Dave, of West Sunbury; and 16 nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Stephanie J. Weaver, pastor of Sligo Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will follow in the Greenlawn Burial Estates, Mt. Chesnut. Memorial donations may be made to the Marlowe Children College Fund, c/o Robin Marlowe at S & T Bank, 410 Main Street, Clarion; the Kiskimenetas Presbytery Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 339, Yatesboro, Pa 16263; and the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, 15205. William H. "Bill" McDaid, 66, of Tionesta, died Nov. 2, 2008, at his home. Born July 13, 1942, in Upper Darby, he was the son of the late Harry S. and Dolores L. Lewis McDaid. Mr. McDaid graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Academy in February 1964 in Hershey and served for 31 years as a trooper for Troop C of Punxsutawney. He retired from the sate police in January 1995 and was serving as secretary of the Retired State Police Association of Pennsylvania at the time of his death. He earned a two-year associate degree in criminology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He served as a Boy Scout leader for Troop 82 in Tionesta for many years, and enjoyed fishing, hunting and time spent traveling. He also enjoyed his grandchildren. Survivors include his loving wife, Judith Rapisardi McDaid; two sons, William Russell McDaid of Lebanon, and Robert William McDaid of Bradner, Ohio; three grandchildren, Rose Marie McDaid and Grace Anne McDaid of Lebanon, and Mitchell Robert McDaid of Bradner, Ohio; a brother, Harry Russell McDaid of Norwood; and a niece and two nephews. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home in Tionesta. A blessing service will be at noon, following the viewing hours, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Forest County Community Foundation Unrestricted Fund, P.O. Box 384, Tionesta, which was started by Mr. McDaid and his wife in December 2007. Condolences may be sent to condolences@wimerfuneralhome.com Georgia Cioppa McMichael, 60, of Naples, Fla., formerly of Franklin, died Friday, Oct. 31, 2008. Born May 4, 1948, in Oil City, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Agnes Dunlap Cioppa. She was a graduate of Rocky Grove High School and worked for 15 years at Quaker State in Oil City. In 1987 she moved to Cleveland, Ohio, where she worked for Universal Oil until December 2005 when she moved to Florida. Ms. McMichael was a thoughtful and caring person who had and enjoyed many friends. She kept in touch with many of them, from her high school days up to and including her friends from Cleveland. She loved family gatherings, especially at Christmastime, and she could always be counted on to bring something different and delicious. Flower gardening with her special friend, John, was a passion the two of them shared. They spent many weekends planting and caring for their large variety of both perennials and annuals. They also loved and enjoyed their beautiful cat, Newman. Her family members noted they will miss her quick wit and beautiful smile and laugh so very, very much. Surviving are her special friend of 15 years, who lovingly cared for her until the end, John Dobrovic; her son, Rob McMichael of Naples and his family Danielle and her only grandchild, Charly, whom she adored. She is also survived by a brother, Joseph Cioppa; a sister, Peggy Lang and her husband Tom; two nephews, Randy Bell and his wife Lori and Rick Bell and his wife Karen; two nieces, Robin Bell and Roxanne Foster and her husband Don; two great-nieces, Courtney Bell and Nichole Bell; and one great-nephew, Corey Bell, all of Franklin. Her remains were cremated and her ashes will be spread over the ocean that gave her so much pleasure. Services will be held at the convenience of her family. Memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. Mary Frances 'Frannie' Weaver Schwabenbauer, 81, formerly of 516 North St., Oil City, died Nov. 2, 2008, at the home of her daughter, Kathleen Heckathorne, 740 Horn Road, Oil City, with whom she has resided since 2003. Born Nov. 18, 1926, in Blasdell, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Charles Mapes and Edna Nuhfer Mapes. She was later adopted by Edna's second husband, Walter Weaver. She was a 1944 graduate of Oil City High School. Mrs. Schwabenbauer was a homemaker, although at one time had been employed by Continental Can Company and Venango Newspapers. Her hobbies included watching Lifetime television; bingo, where she was a regular Saturday night player at St. Stephen School for dozens of years; and card playing. She was an active member of a 500 Card Club since 1940 until her recent ill health forced her to abandon this passion. She was married Aug. 11, 1945, in St. Stephen Church in Oil City by the Rev. Fr. Louis J. Kelly to Harry E. "Sheik" Schwabenbauer Jr., who preceded her in death on Aug. 10, 2002. Mrs. Schwabenbauer was a member of St. Stephen Church and regularly attended the 7:30 a.m. Sunday Mass with her husband. She was also a member of the Altar Rosery Society. Surviving are two children, Kathleen Heckathorne and her husband, David, of Oil City; and David C. Schwabenbauer and his wife, Jean, of Oil City. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Stephen and Michael Schwabenbauer, and Kylie Heckathorne and Kelcie Heckathorne, who was a loving caregiver to her grandmother since her declining health made it impossible for her to do her daily activities. She is also survived by three sisters, Sally Dale and her husband, Arthur, of Oil City; Helen Oxenham and her husband, Stuart, of Oil City; and Beverly Strain of Franklin. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Schwabenbauer was preceded in death by a son, Larry D. Schwabenbauer, on Jan. 26, 2004, and a very special aunt, Anne Faller Lerch in November 2004. There will be no public viewing or visitation. She will be buried beside her beloved husband at Calvary Cemetery. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family asks that memorials be made to St Stephen Church or Venango Catholic High School. Marguerite W. "Peggy" Yashinski, 85, formerly of Jared Lane in Kennerdell, died at 12:55 p.m. Nov. 3, 2008, at the home of her sister at 4345 SR 417, Dempseytown. Born Aug. 26, 1923, in Titusville, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Katherine Kelley Kirkwood. She grew up in Kaneville area and was a 1940 graduate of Oil City Senior High School. Mrs. Yashinski was of the Catholic faith and had attended St. Venantius Church in Rouseville in earlier years. She was a homemaker and during World War II, she was employed by the Continental Can Co. She was married on Sept. 13, 1947 in St. Venantius Church to Anthony R. Yashinski who preceded her in death on Aug. 14, 2007. They met each other while working at the can company. Mrs. Yashinski is survived by a sister, Carol Smalley and her husband, James, of Depmseytown; two sisters-in-law, Delores Struss and Mary Lou Gutowski of Oil City; several nieces and nephews including, Cindy and Eric Finnefrock; Jami and David Smail; Greg and Audrey Smalley; Mark and Debi Smalley; Debi Masters; and Lee and Teresa Belfiore. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Yashinski was preceded in death by a brother, Paul Kirkwood and his wife, Betty; and in-laws, Dorothy and Honey Belfiore, Jim Struss, Ray Gutowski and Cecelia Miller. Private visitation and funeral services will take place at the convenience of the family with the Rev. Matthew Ruyechan, pastor of St. Stephen Church, presiding. Interment will follow in Rynd Farm Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to VNA Hospice of Venango County, 491 Allegheny Blvd. Franklin. The Reinsel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com.

I am searching for information about the family of my wife's Great Grandparents, Adam William (or possibly William Adam) and Eliza Ann (Eshelman) Swab. Adam was born in Washington Twp, Clarion County, 5 Jun 1836, Eliza was b. in Mifflin County 12 Dec 1841. Their first three children, Mary Louisa, John Andrew and Cora Idella, were born in Washington Township between 1861 and 1863. John Andrew died in infancy, and is probably buried somewhere in Washington Township. Don Woodley RAOGK for Bremer, Butler, Floyd and Franklin Counties in Iowa. Researching Swab/Schwab, Woodley, Butler, Ayers, Trindle, Cornford, Relf, Lingenfelter and others as time permits.

The Derrick, November 3, 2008: Jean Jarzenski, 9 Wabash Ave., Oil City Lois J. Kauffman, 712 W. First St., Oil City William H. "Bill" McDaid, Tionesta Walter E. Shuster, Templeton Getting it right Richard E. Carlile: Jean C. Jarzenski, 87, formerly of 9 Wabash Ave. Oil City died at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008, at the Presbyterian Home in Oil City. The Hutchinson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published in Tuesday's Derrick. Lois J. Kauffman, 56, of 712 W. First St., Oil City, died Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008, at UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born Jan. 17, 1952, in Huntingdon, she was a daughter of the Rev. Kenneth L. Duncan and Helen L. Houp Duncan. Mrs. Kauffman earned her undergraduate degree in Canada from Acadia University and her master's degree from Slippery Rock University. She was an associate director for mental health in Warren County. Mrs. Kauffman was a member of Second Presbyterian Church and the Oil City/Franklin Business and Professional Women's Club. A self-taught single stroke painter, she enjoyed painting, and volunteering with the Toymakers in Franklin. She was married on June 25, 1983, to Daniel J. Kauffman, who survives. Also surviving are two step daughters, Marsha Kauffman of Woodbridge, Va., and Michele Mautawalli and husband, Semo, of Alexandria, Va.; two grandchildren, Andrew Kauffman and Nadia Mautawalli; one sister, Diane Duncan Gardner of Pittsburgh; two aunts; and numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. Tuesday in funeral home. Graveside services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Spring Hill Cemetery in Shippensburg. William H. 'Bill' McDaid William H. "Bill" McDaid, 66, of Tionesta, died Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, at his home in Tionesta. A complete obituary will appear Monday in The Derrick. The Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home of Tionesta is in charge of arrangements. Walter E. Shuster, 72, of Templeton, died Saturday Nov. 1, 2008, at DuBois Regional Medical Center. Born June 7, 1936, in Redbank, Armstrong County, he was a son of William L. and Caroline L. (Matt) Shuster. Mr. Shuster worked as a laborer for the Harbison-Walker Co. of Templeton. He was a member of St. Mary Episcopal Church of Redbank. Mr. Shuster loved gardening, farming, hunting, talking, and sitting on his wooden swing watching wildlife. He was married Dec. 24, 1954, to Dretha Hope (Ortz) Shuster, who survives in Butler. Survivors also include a son and his wife, Douglas E. and Christy Shuster of Templeton; and three daughters and their husbands, Betty L. Shuster-Hanzlik and Robert Hanzlik, of Allentown, Lisa R. and Jeff Forringer of Chickasaw, and Angela J. and Scott Anderson of Bulter. Also surviving are two sisters and their husbands, Isabella and John Clouse of South Carolina and Caroline and Richard "Bud" Kunselman of Templeton; a grandson, Joshua Patton and his wife, Kelli, of Distant; and a great-grandson, Trenton Patton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five brothers, Bill, Fred, Cort, Joe and Chuck Shuster; two sisters, Jane Elder and Margaret Williams; and twin infant siblings. Friends may call from 2 to 9 p.m. today and 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Alcorn Funeral Home, Hawthorn. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with Pastor Jason Schweinberg officiating. Interment will be in Kellersburg Methodist Cemetery, Mahoning Township, Armstrong County. Getting it right Richard E. Carlile: Richard E. Carlile, 61, of 26 ½ Chestnut St., Oil City, who died at 2:10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, in Clarion after a long illness, was born June 21, 1947. Survivors also included close friends Helen Rodgers and attorney Terrence Whitling as well as his friends at the Salvation Army and McDonald's restaurant.

Lori, Thank you so much for checking. I really appreciate it. And yes, I've been in contact with others and have checked the boards but so far it has remained a brick wall for me for over 9 years now. Thank you for your time, Laura Hoke Redding, CA In a message dated 11/2/2008 11:02:27 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, terwill@wcnet.org writes: Laura, I looked in Obituaries From The Clarion Democrat 1911 Through 1912, Compiled by Sally Jordon Reed, Mechling Bookbindery, Butler PA, 2001 (Now in Chicora PA) and did not find your great-grandfather. I have found that obituaries for my family members were listed in the New Bethlehem papers, sometimes even if they did not live in that area. Have you tried to get in touch with other descendants via a list or board for Porter? Lori Terwilliger Bowling Green Ohio BEERS, BOWERSOX, GULNAC, HUMPHREY, MOODY, MYERS, POTTER, SHARP, SHOUP, STAHLMAN, TERWILLIGER ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to PACLARIO-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message **************Plan your next getaway with AOL Travel. Check out Today's Hot 5 Travel Deals! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100000075x1212416248x1200771803/aol?redir=http://travel.aol.com/discount-travel?ncid=emlcntustrav00000001)

Laura, I looked in Obituaries From The Clarion Democrat 1911 Through 1912, Compiled by Sally Jordon Reed, Mechling Bookbindery, Butler PA, 2001 (Now in Chicora PA) and did not find your great-grandfather. I have found that obituaries for my family members were listed in the New Bethlehem papers, sometimes even if they did not live in that area. Have you tried to get in touch with other descendants via a list or board for Porter? Lori Terwilliger Bowling Green Ohio BEERS, BOWERSOX, GULNAC, HUMPHREY, MOODY, MYERS, POTTER, SHARP, SHOUP, STAHLMAN, TERWILLIGER

The Derrick, November 1, 2008: Velma J. Beane, of Tionesta Dennis Patrick Reisinger, of Kennerdell Edward A. "Pete" Wiant, of Fairmount City Velma J. Beane, 74, of Tionesta died Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born July 1, 1934, she was the daughter of the late David A. and Mary C. Smith Beck. Mrs. Beane was married Sept. 4, 1953, in Mayburg, Forest County, to Leo D. Beane, who survives. After losing her daughter, Hope Baka, to cancer, she was instrumental in developing and continued be an integral part of Angels of Hope, a very active Relay for Life American Cancer Society team in Tionesta. Mrs. Beane enjoyed crossword puzzles. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Beane is survived by a son, Jospeh A. Beane and his wife, Patty, of Punxsutawney; three daughters, Mary L. Schrecengost and her husband, Michael, of Beaver Falls, Toni M. Reda and her husband, Gary, of Dayton and Nancy I. Garrett and her husband, Chris, of Roanoke, Texas; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She also is survived by four brothers, Richard Beck and his wife Genny, David Beck and his wife Sharon, Floyd Beck and his wife Teri, and Myron Beck and his wife Connie; all of Ohio; a sister, Noma Church and her husband, Henry, of Ohio; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and her daughter Hope, Mrs. Beanae was preceded in death by a brother, Wilmer Beck, and five sisters, Madelyn Beane; Clara Rahenkamp; Leola Sears; Wilma Brecht and Gladys Beane. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home in Tionesta. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with the Rev. Randy L. Evans, the Clarion/Forest VNA Hospice chaplain, officiating. Interment will be at Kiffer Hill Cemetery in Hickory Township, Forest County. Memorial contributions may be made to the Angels of Hope Realy for Life, c/o Andrea Cussins, HC 1 Box 82, Marienville, Pa., 16239. Condolences may be sent to condolences@wimerfuneralhome.com. Dennis Patrick Reisinger, 80, of Kennerdell, a truck driver and business owner, passed away Friday, Oct. 31, 2008, at The Caring Place in Franklin. Born March 17, 1928, in Lucinda, he was the son of the late Anthony and MaryAnn Guth Reisinger. Mr. Reisinger was the co-owner and operator, along with his wife, Loraine Groner Reisinger, of the Beetle Shop on the Cranberry Rockland Road for more than 35 years. He was a truck driver by trade, a career which stretched 47 years from 1953 to 1991, and was a member of the Teamsters. His career included employment with Hall Motor Transit, Pennzoil Products Co. and Penzke Trucking Leasing. On May 25, 1949, he married former Loraine R. Groner in St. Michael's Church of Fryburg. She preceded him in death on Oct. 25, 2006. Mr. Reisinger is survived by a son, Louis P. Reisinger and his wife, Marlene Morrison Reisinger, of Emlenton; three daughters, Marlene A. Reisinger Sottiaux and her husband, LeJay, of Rockland, Marsha J. Reisinger of Bradenton, Fla., and Susanne T. Reisinger of Sarasota, Fla.; three grandchildren, Nicholas "Nick" P. Reisinger of Kennerdell Jessica L. Sottiaux and Jacob A. "Jake" Sottiaux of Rockland; one great-grandson; and one great-granddaughter expected in early November. He is also survived by four brothers, James "Jim" Reisinger of Pleasantville, Eugene "Bud" Reisinger of Gilbert Ariz., Paul Reisinger of Erie and Regis "Pete" Reisinger of Lucinda; four sisters, Lucille Reisinger of Warren, MaryAnn Whitling of Lucinda, Catherine "Katie" Ditz of Warren and E. Rita Eisemen of Tucson, Ariz.; and a brother-in-law, Paul Groner and his wife, Beulah, of Emlenton. In addition to his parents, Mr. Reisinger was preceded in death by his wife, Loraine, and a son ,Jerome "Jerry" Reisinger. Friends and family may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Sunday at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 am Monday in St. Stephen Church with the Rev. Matthew Ruyechan, pastor, presiding. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the Parkinson Research Foundation, 3471 Fifth Ave., Suite 811, Kaufmann Bldg., Pittsburgh, Pa., 15213. Edward A. "Pete" Wiant, 85, of Fairmount City, a veteran of World War II died Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, at Jefferson Manor in Brookville. Born Aug. 13, 1923 in Climax, he was a son of the late Enos and Mildred Nulph Wiant. Mr. Wiant was a Navy veteran of World War II, having served as a seaman first class. He was awarded the Purple Heart in October 1944. He was a truck driver for McCauley Trucking and was a member of the Oakland Church of God in Distant. He was also a member of the VFW Post of New Bethlehem and joined the Masonic Lodge in 1976. He also belonged to the Western Pennsylvania Teamsters. Mr. Wiant was married March 26, 1946, to Gloria Shick, who survives. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Sherri Slack and her husband, Don, of Fairmount City; two grandchildren; Troy Slack and his wife, Jaime, of New Bethlehem and Babbi Slack of Ocean City, Md.; one brother, Kenneth "Joe" Wiant and his wife, Marion, of Fairmount City; two sisters, Mary Hinderliter of New Bethlehem and Midge Bradley of South Bethlehem; and a sister-in-law, Evelyn Wiant of South Bethlehem. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, James Wiant and William Wiant; and three sisters, Myrtle Young, Peggy Fenstermaker and Carrie Mae Minich. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. today and from noon to 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Rupert Funeral Home in New Bethlehem. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home with the Rev. Jimmy Swogger, pastor of the Oakland Church of God, officiating. Interment will follow at the Oakland Cemetery in Distant, Armstrong County. Online condolences may be sent to Mr. Wiant's family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com.

Hi List, I was wondering if anyone can help me find an obituary for my great-grandfather. According to family letters he died in Reynoldsville, Harrison Co., West Virginia but he was from Clarion Co. PA. I've been lucky enough to find obituaries for other members of this line living in Ohio at the time of their death listed in the Clarion Democrat. Nothing has been found in West Virginia or Ohio. Andrew Meade Porter: born 17 March 1868; Clarion Co., PA and died Thanksgiving Day, 1912 Thank you for your help! Laura **************Plan your next getaway with AOL Travel. Check out Today's Hot 5 Travel Deals! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100000075x1212416248x1200771803/aol?redir=http://travel.aol.com/discount-travel?ncid=emlcntustrav00000001)