The Derrick, October 1, 2008: Elline G. Cyphert, formerly of Clarion Marie Kornrumph, Butler Francis E. Mook, 43 Madison St., Franklin Rev. Lloyd S. Sturtz, Chippewa Township, formerly of Franklin Getting it right - Henry F. Guth Elline G. Cyphert, 88, formerly of Clarion, died Monday, Sept. 29, 2008, at Highland Hospital, Rochester, N.Y. Elline was born in Port Arthur, Texas, on May 29, 1920, the daughter of the late Englebert Henry and Emma Wolfe Diddens. She had been residing in Waterloo, N.Y. since July 2007 after spending most of her life in the Clarion area. She was a former member of Grace Lutheran Church in Clarion, where she had, at one time, been active. She served as an Election Day poll watcher in Clarion. She is survived by two daughters, Patricia (Thomas) Cimochowski of Waterloo, N.Y., and Gloria Selker of Canandaigua, N.Y.; one son, Henry Cyphert Jr. of Phelps, N.Y.; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Cyphert, who died Aug. 11, 2003; one daughter, Sylvia Cyphert, who died in 1939; and two sisters, Pearl Detweiler and Bernice Cresap. Family and friends may call from 2 to 3 p.m. Thursday at the Doran Funeral Home Inc., 4 E. Bayard St., Seneca Falls, N.Y., followed by a funeral service at 3 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. William Dorow, pastor of Calvary Lutheran Church, Waterloo, N.Y., officiating. Graveside services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Clarion Cemetery, Clarion. Local arrangements are being handled by the Goble Funeral Home and Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. On-line condolences can be sent to www.goblefh.net. If desired, contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. Marie Kornrumph, 87, of Butler, died at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, in the Clarion Forest Visiting Nurses Association Hospice, Shippenville. Born Feb. 22, 1921, in Coaltown, she was the daughter of Loyd Kelly and May Conway Kelly. Mrs. Kornrumph was formerly a sales person for Montgomery Wards, and before her marriage had worked at the A & P Grocery Store in Slippery Rock. She was a member of Unionville United Presbyterian Church. She bowled up until shortly before her death in the Coins League and The Early Birds League at Family Bowlaway. Mrs. Kornrumph was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil C. Kornrumph, whom she married on Jan. 17, 1947. He passed away May 19, 2007. She is survived by one daughter, Beverly (Roger) Engle of Knox; a grandson, Edward Engle of Gaithersburg, Md.; three sisters, Anna May Sutton of Charleston, S.C., Jean (Edward) McGill of Slippery Rock and Donna Ord of Slippery Rock; and by several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by three sisters; and one brother. At Marie's request there will be no public visitation or funeral services. Private interment will take place in Greenlawn Burial Estates. Thompson-Miller Funeral Home Inc., 124 East North St., Butler, 16001, is handling the arrangements. Contributions may be made to Visiting Nurses Association, 154 Hindman Road, Butler, 16001 or to the Clarion Forest Visiting Nurses Association Hospice, P.O. Box 668, Knox, 16232 Information and private guest book is available at www.thompson-miller.com. Francis E. Mook, 81, of 43 Madison St., Franklin, died at 9:05 p.m., Monday, Sept. 29, 2008, at UPMC Northwest. Born Oct. 2, 1926, in Polk, he was the son of Ernest and Anna Morrison Mook. He was employed as a welder at Joy Manufacturing for more than 40 years, retiring in 1988. Mr. Mook was a veteran of World War II. He was a member of Atlantic Avenue United Brethren in Christ Church. He sang in several quartets and sang and played several instruments in Church. He was a member of SPEBSQSA (Barbershop Quartet). Mr. Mook married Mabel L. Crisman on Oct. 9, 1947, and she survives. Also surviving are two children, Donald Mook of Hermitage and Judy Miller and husband, Robert, of Elkhart, Ind.; and two sisters, Dorothy Wheeler and Ruth Snyder, both of Polk. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Robert Mook. Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. today at the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home Inc., Franklin. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Atlantic Avenue United Brethren in Christ Church with the Rev. Gary Small of Atlantic Avenue United Brethren in Christ Church officiating. Interment will be at Franklin Cemtery. Memorials can be made to Atlantic Avenue United Brethren in Christ Church or Barbershoppers. Condolences can be sent online to www.gardinierfuneralhome.com. Rev. Lloyd S. Sturtz, 77, of Chippewa Township, peacefully met his Lord, Monday, Sept. 29, 2008 at his home. Born Oct. 23, 1930, in Wellersburg, in Somerset County, he was the son of the late Lloyd S. Sr. and Mayme (Gaumer) Sturtz. He was a retired elder in the Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. He graduated from Albright College in Reading with a bachelor of arts degree, and from the United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Ohio, with a masters of divinity degree in theology. He was ordained an elder in 1956 by Bishop David T. Gregory. He has had extensive training in church growth from Fuller Theological Seminary, where he was a field associate in church growth in western Pennsylvania. He studied counseling at Emerge Counseling Clinic in Akron, Ohio. He also started the Youth Club Program, now known as Logos at the Franklin Grace Church, which ran for 24 years. He instituted and taught the Bethel Bible Series in Franklin, as well as the Disciple Bible Study in Franklin and Chippewa. He served as senior pastor at Johnstown, Belmont for three years, McKeesport, Shoemaker Memorial for five years, Franklin, Grace for 23 years (10 of those years he also served Franklin, Oak Hill) and Beaver Falls, Chippewa for eight years. Upon retirement in 1995, he served half time Albion, Calvary for six years and Wampum for four years. Ten young men were called into ministry and two young women were called to be minister's wives as a result of his ministry. He served in the Western Pennsylvania Conference of the United Methodist Church in the Conference Camping program, the Committee on Archives and History, the Board of Evangelism, the Board of Stewardship, the "Because We Care" Program, the Finance Committee, the Building Committee of the Conference Center, the Board of Ordained Ministry, the District Committees on Ministry and directed the Board of Ordained Ministries Probationary Program. Most recently he conducted a Biblical Counseling Ministry in connection with the Chippewa United Methodist Church in Beaver Falls. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Joan E. Mumford Sturtz; three children and their spouses, Douglass and Brenda Sturtz of Franklin, Gregory and Michelle Sturtz of Ladd, Ill. and Kerry and Tom Haynes of Goose Creek, S.C.; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Madeline Kirby of Cumberland, Md. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Thelma Shuck and Gladys Witt. A memorial service will be conducted at a later date at the Grace United Methodist Church in Franklin. Arrangements were made by the Lutton Chippewa Funeral Home, 117 Blackhawk Road, www.luttonfuneralhome.com. Contributions may be made to the Chippewa United Methodist Church, 2545 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls, 15010 or to the Grace United Methodist Church, 350 Front St., Franklin, 16323. Getting it right - Henry F. Guth Henry F. Guth, 73, of 140 High St., Oil City, died at 11:40 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, at St. Vincent Health Center, Erie. He is survived by a sister-in-law, Mona Guth of Fryburg; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by a brother-in-law, John McGraw.

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The Derrick, September 30, 2008: Beatrice "Bea" Decker, Kelly Way, East Brady Henry F. Guth, 140 High St., Oil City Donna Jean Hobson, 352 S. Main St., Cambridge Springs Tomann McDonough Nelms, 1043 Elk St., Franklin Charles Loyd Ray, 31 Park Ave., Meadville E. Farren (Skip) Rowe, Scottsdale Rev. Lloyd S. Sturtz, Chippewa Township Charles R. Way, Upper St. Clair Beatrice J. "Bea" Decker, 73, of Kelly Way, East Brady, died at 12:01 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, at Clarion Hospital. Mrs. Decker was born on Jan. 2, 1935, in Forest County, and had lived previously in Warren, Tionesta, St. Petersburg, and Slippery Rock. She was the daughter of James R. and Hazel LaVan Allio. She had attended the Methodist church in Tionesta and had been a member of the Tionesta Grange for 25 years. She had attended the Kellogg Leadership and Public Affairs Course. She had been employed at the Warren-Forest Area Agency on Aging for a number of years and had been a sales consultant for Tupperware. Mrs. Decker was a 1952 graduate of West Forest High School and had graduated from Warren Business College. She enjoyed traveling and playing bingo. She was married to Henry Decker. He preceded her in death in April 2006. She is survived by three children, Gary A. Decker of Marysville, Arlene J. Stoyer of Mooresville, Ind. and James M. Decker and his wife, Bobbijo, of St. Petersburg. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and nine great-great grandchildren. She is survived by five brothers, Wilbur L Allio of Arkansas, James N. Allio and Malcom H. Allio, both of Florida, William E. Allio of Warren and John A. Allio of Tionesta. Three sisters survive, Betty Richards of Florida, Bonnie R. Schulz of Clarion, and Beverly K. Poole of Indianapolis; and a number of nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Thomas and Donald; and a sister, Belva. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Hile Funeral Home Inc., 802 Grove St., St. Petersburg. Funeral services will follow at 8 p.m. today at the funeral home with the Rev. Randy Evans, Clarion Forest VNA hospice chaplain, officiating. Interment will be in Amity Cemetery, Newmansville, Forest County. Memorial contributions in Mrs. Decker's name may be made to VNA Hospice. Henry F. Guth, 73, of 140 High St., Oil City, died at 11:40 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, at St. Vincent Health Center, Erie. Born May 8, 1935, in Elk Township, Clarion County, he was the son of Alfred J. Guth Sr. (deceased) and Opal J. Wurster Guth (deceased) He attended school in the Shippenville area. He has lived in the Oil City area most of his life. Mr. Guth was employed in the maintenance department at Foster Forbes Glass for more than 30 years and had also worked at Koppers for 12 years, both in Rouseville. He was a member of St. Michael Church in Fryburg. He also enjoyed hunting, NASCAR racing and working in his garage fixing cars for friends and family. He married Donna G. Wygant at Trinity United Methodist Church in Oil City on June 11, 1988, and she survives. He is survived by two daughters, Theresa C. Hazlet and husband, Donald, of Oil City and Diane Williams and husband, Rene, of Redding, Calif.; two sons, Michael H. Guth of Shippenville and David Clinger of Oil City; two step daughters, Terri Sylvis of Franklin and Tori Hartzell and husband, Bob, of Wallaceville; a step son, Raymond Sylvis of Oil City; a brother, Alfred F. Guth Jr. of Shippenville; six sisters, Rita and husband, John McGraw, of Erie, Doris and husband, Lloyd Cramer, of Oil City, Dorothy and husband, Robert Schupp, of Fryburg, Helen and husband, James Obenrader, of Shippenville, Clara and husband, Paul Sonoski, of Shippenville and Catherine and husband, Roger Shingledecker, of Shippenville; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; and three step-great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Gerald Guth; and a sister, Marian Lander. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Hutchinson Funeral Home, 201 Bissell Ave., Oil City, 16301 A Christian Burial service will be held at noon Thursday in the funeral home that will be conducted by the Rev. David L. Poulson, pastor of St. Michael Church. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery in Oil City. Memorial contributions can be made to the charity of one's choice. Donna Jean Hobson, 77, of 352 S. Main St., Cambridge Springs, died Friday, Sept. 26, 2008, at Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born Aug. 1, 1931, she was a daughter of the late Roger and Lillian Phillips Eddinger. On Sept. 5, 1953, she married Dr. John P. Hobson Jr., and he survives. She and her husband resided from 1958 until 1990 in Tulsa, where she was active in politics. They had lived in Cambridge Springs since 1990. Donna began her earthly journey in a modest frame home along the Allegheny River in Parkers Landing. She graduated from Cranberry High School and entered Penn State as a part-time student, working as the secretary for the geology department. It was there that she met her future husband, and they were married Sept. 5, 1953, at St. Stephen Church of Oil City. In 1958, they left for a new home in Tulsa, and there she found herself in the middle of the 1960s civil rights movement, fighting tirelessly for others who were unable to fight for themselves. Donna began her activism by purchasing a home with John in a segregated neighborhood in hopes of promoting multiracial integration. She then became a member of a watchdog group which placed pressure on local governments to enforce an equal accommodation ordinance that opened restaurants to everyone in a dignified manner. She also worked to place pressure on local real estate agencies and lenders, opening opportunities to all. As an active voter, she championed John F. Kennedy, writing a pamphlet entitled "Church and State Clarified." For this, she was formally thanked by Kennedy and his brother, Robert. In the years to follow, she balanced campfire meetings and volunteering at the school cafeteria with an interest in helping the homeless, homebound and poverty stricken. During this time, she also took on a notorious Oklahoma parole board and, with years of effort, convinced the board to release a young woman wrongly placed on death row. She and her husband returned to Cambridge Springs to live after his retirement. After the move, she engaged in a legal battle with the state over the placement of a prison in the town and then dedicated her time to writing an ordinance regulating low-level radiation waste sites in the area. She coordinated local events for the Salvation Army with special dedication given to the Christmas kettle fund-raising campaign, and she was also a member of the women's auxiliary at the Golden Living Center nursing home in Cambridge Springs. During these years, she remained devoted to her family, children and grandchildren. With her life-long interest in writing and literature, she wrote many short stories, fairy tales and letters to friends. In 2008, she began writing as the Crawford County east correspondent for the Meadville Tribune. Donna was a love-filled Christian, and Jesus was her Lord and Savior. Through Him, her physical pains were endured. Her final, soft breath came with her family holding her, courageous to the end. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughters, Jennifer Hobson Ramchandran of Export and Melissa Hobson Vogel of Norman, Okla; her five adoring grandchildren; one niece, two nephews; three great-nieces and nephews; and her sisters, Lucy Seaman of Sparta, N.J., and Janet Boor of Emlenton. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Van Matre Family Funeral Home in Cambridge Springs. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Cambridge Springs. Monsignor Lawrence Speice will officiate. Interment will be in Cambridge Cemetery. Tomann McDonough Nelms, 59, of 1043 Elk St., Franklin, died at 5:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 29, 2008 in her home. She was born in Pittsburgh on Aug. 6, 1949, the daughter of Thomas and Hope Hixon McDonough. She graduated from Rocky Grove High School in 1967 and attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania. In her early years, Tomann worked for several local restaurants including one of her favorites, The Casa del Vino located in the lower level of the former Franklin Pizza Villa. She was later employed by First Seneca Bank. Tomann retired from Joy Manufacturing, where she was employed as a confidential secretary in the accounting department. She enjoyed theater and performed in many plays and musicals during her high school years and into college. Later she was involved in several shows for the Franklin and Oil City theater groups. She particularly enjoyed the dinner theater shows that were performed at Cross Creek and other area stages. Her last performance, "Love Letters," was performed at The Barrow Theater with Hank Gent. Tomann was always cheerful and full of energy. She enjoyed caring for her family and her home and also spending summer days at her cottage along French Creek. She was an accomplished cook and took great pleasure in being sure that meals were prepared and served to perfection. She also enjoyed collecting antiques and she was an excellent cross-stitch artist. Surviving is her husband, James M. Nelms, whom she married on May 15, 1976; her son, Michael O. Nelms of Franklin; brothers-in-law, Joseph C. Nelms III and his wife, Pat, and their children, Molly, Matt and Zack, all of Raleigh, N.C.; Steve Nelms and his wife, Karen, and their children, Katie and Elizabeth, all of Franklin; Dr. John Nelms and his wife, Roberta, and their children Emily, Nicholas, Ian and Noah, all of Williamsport; Robert Nelms and his wife, Carol, of Franklin; step-mother in law, Marlene Nelms of Franklin; cousins, Fran Hixon of Franklin, Dr. Mary Hixon of East Greenwich, R.I., Hope Omiridis of West Chester and Tom Hixon of Bedford. Tomann was preceded in death by her parents, Hope and Merle E. Long. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. A vigil service will be conducted at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. A Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Patrick Church with Monsignor John J. Herbein, pastor, as the celebrant. Interment will be made in the Franklin Cemetery. The family suggest that donations be made to a charity of one's choice or to the Venango County Humane Society, P.O. Box 1045, Oil City, 16301. Mr. Charles Loyd Ray, 100, of 31 Park Ave., Meadville, passed away Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, at Wesbury Retirement Community, Meadville. Mr. Ray was born in Niles, Venango County, on July 26, 1908, the son of the late John Jay and Grace (Carey) Ray. On Jan. 31, 1971, Loyd married Freda M. Booth, and she preceded him in death in December, 1986. He was affiliated with First Presbyterian Church, Meadville. In 1926 Loyd graduated from Utica High School after completing the eleventh grade. He went on to receive his high school diploma from Franklin High School in 1927. Furthering his education, he attended Westminster College for a year before transferring to Allegheny College, where he earned a bachelor of arts degree in history in 1933. Following his graduation he worked at the former Talon, Inc. before entering the U.S. Army on April 8, 1942. During this time he served in the hospital unit as a laboratory technician being stationed in both Australia and the Philippines until his honorable discharge on March 1, 1946. Returning home following the war, Loyd went on to work at the former American Viscose Corp., retiring in 1973 after 29 years of service. He was a life member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, a member of the BPOE Elks and VFW Post 2006. Loyd is survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins as he was the last surviving member of his immediate family. In addition to his wife of 15 years, Loyd was preceded in death by three sisters Lois Johannesmeyer of California, Hazel Williams and Mable Alice Ray, both of Meadville. At the family's request there will be no visitation. Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Stephen P. Mizner Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., 404 Chestnut St., Meadville, with the Rev. Travis Webster of First Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment will take place at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Meadville. E. Farren (Skip) Rowe, 53, of Scottsdale, died Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008, in Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital in Greensburg. He was born July 18, 1955, in Franklin, the son of Edward A. Rowe and Pearl Collins Rowe Slater. He is survived by four children; 10 grandchildren; and three sisters, Linda Feltenberger of Polk, D. Noreen Lampert of Franklin and Dawn (Herb) Jankovich of Franklin. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary A. Suppers; his mother; his step-father; and two nephews. The Rev. Lloyd S. Sturtz, 77, of Chippewa Township, peacefully met his Lord on Monday, Sept. 29, 2008, at his home. The Lutton Funeral Home in Beaver Falls is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The News-Herald. Charles R. Way, 81, of Upper St. Clair, died Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008. Born Oct. 15, 1926, he was the son of the late Ray L. and Evelyn (Lynam) Way of Oil City. He graduated from Oil City High School in 1944. He entered the Navy V-12 Program at Dartmouth College, graduating in 1946 with a bachelor of baval science and an ensign commission in the USNR. In 1946, he received a master of science degree in civil engineering from Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth. Mr. Way joined George S. Richardson Consulting Engineers in Pittsburgh in 1948, and retired in 1987 as a principal in the firm in charge of the transportation division, engaged in the design of urban highways in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. He was active in the Boy Scout program in St. Sylvester in Brentwood and as an usher at St. Thomas More Church in Bethel Park. He also served as Pittsburgh President of three engineering societies. In retirement, he was a math classroom mentor and volunteer for 15 years at three junior high schools in Mesa, Ariz. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, the former Stephanie "Stella" (Idzi); daughters, Stephanie (Mike) Waugh of Cincinnati, Ohio and Susan Lasorso of Upper St. Clair; seven grandchildren, Gregory, Jason, Adam and Joseph Waugh and Daniel, Karen, and Breanne Lasorso; brother, Richard (Betty) Way of Oil City; and sisters, Patricia (Ted) Beebe of Toledo, Ohio and Marilyn (the late Paul) Kraus of Erie. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Freyvogel Slater Funeral Directors, 112 Ft. Couch Road, Bethel Park, (opposite Macy's Hills Village). Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at St. Thomas More Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials donated to Boys Town, P.O. Box 1, 13628 Flanagan Blvd., Boystown, Neb., 68010.

The Derrick, September 29, 2008: Beatrice J. Decker, East Brady Henry F. Guth, Oil City Nancy Irene Dunlap Plyler, Knox James R. Schwab Sr., Tionesta Norma Jean (McCool) Wheeler, 1824 Slatertown Road, Polk Genevieve F. Williams, 1423 Madison Road, Templeton Beatrice "Bea" J. Decker, 73, of East Brady, died Sunday afternoon, Sept. 28, 2008, in the Clarion Hospital following an illness. The Hile Funeral Home Inc. of St. Petersburg is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will run Tuesday in The Derrick. Henry F. Guth, 73, of Oil City, died Sunday at St. Vincent Hospital in Erie. A complete obituary will run Tuesday in The Derrick. Nancy Irene Dunlap Plyler, 60, of Knox, died Friday evening, Sept. 26, 2008, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh following a sudden illness. Born March 27, 1948, in Oil City, she was the daughter of C. Ivan and Pearl White Best. She was married Feb.3, 1971, to John Paul Dunlap, who preceded her in death Oct. 26, 1984. She then married William Plyler on March 3, 1990, who survives. Mrs. Plyler was a graduate of Keystone High School. She graduated from Clarion University with a teaching degree and was a school teacher until retiring due to a disability. She was a member of the St. Paul United Church of Christ in Knox. In addition to her husband, she is survived by five daughters, Mellissa Travis and her husband, Michael, of Indiana, Christina Hall and her husband, Christopher, of Lamartine, Nancy "Sis" Powell and her husband, Matthew, of Fredonia, Deanna Milford and her husband, Brian, of Venus and Emily Plyler of Knox. Survivors also include 10 grandchildren, Glenn and Abbygail Travis, Allyssa and Jonathan Hall, James and Aaron Moore, Matthew and Tyler Powell, and Henry "Hank" and Sarah Milford; and a brother, Brenton Best of Mansfield. In addition to her parents and first husband, she was preceded in death by an infant grandson, Thomas Harold Moore. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the William N. Rupert Mortuary Inc. of Knox. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Paul United Church of Christ on Twin Church Road, Knox. The Rev. Bob Goossen and the Rev. Malcolm Vandervort will co-officiate. Interment will follow at the Nickleville Presbyterian Cemetery. James R. Schwab, Sr., age 60, of Tionesta, Pa., died Friday, Sept.26, 2008, at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. Born Jan. 16, 1948, in Titusville, he was the son of the late Donald L. and Betty J. (Belser) Schwab. Mr. Schwab was employed as a machinist by Charter Plastics Inc. of Titusville, where he worked for the past 11 years. He was previously employed by Evenflo-Crator of Tionesta for more than 20 years. Jim had a passion for fishing, loved to hunt, and enjoyed his pets. He attended the Tionesta School. He was married on April 4, 1970, in Williamsport, to Vivian L. (Toler) Schwab, who survives. Survivors also include a daughter, Tammy L. Taylor and her husband, Matthew, of Tionesta; a son, James R. Schwab, Jr. and his wife, Tammy, of West Hickory; seven grandchildren, Amber, Margaret, and Jay Taylor of Tionesta and Larissa, Alexis, Andrew and Daniel Schwab of West Hickory; a brother, Terry Schwab of Sandy Lake; two sisters, Carol Smith and her husband, Victor, of Verona and Dona McWilliams and her husband, Robert, of Tionesta; and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Jo-Ann C. Mlakar, pastor of the Word of Grace Full Gospel Fellowship Church of Tionesta, officiating. The family suggests memorial donations be made to a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent via the Internet to condolences@wimerfuneralhome.com Norma Jean (McCool) Wheeler, 78, of 1824 Slatertown Road, Polk, (Mineral Township), died at 4 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, at UPMC Northwest, Seneca, following a brief illness. Born July 2, 1930, in Sandy Lake, she was a daughter of William C. and Norma A. George Perry. She was a graduate of Edinboro University and retired in 1990 as a supervisor from Polk Center after 23 years of service. She was a member of the Center United Methodist Church of Polk. She enjoyed crocheting, crafts and growing flowers. She was married Jan. 19, 1957, to William H. "Bill" Wheeler, who survives at home. Also surviving are two sons, Ray Edward McCool and wife, Sandra, and Roy N. Wheeler and wife, Susan, all of Polk; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Survivors also include a sister, Mrs. William (Carol) Bartel of Greenville; and a brother, Robert E. Perry and his wife, Helen, of Sandy Lake. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by former husband, Ray E. McCool Sr.; a daughter, Darcy Lynn Rodkey; a son, Ronald L. McCool; a granddaughter, Laurie McCool; a sister, Betty J. Scriven; and a brother, William Perry. Friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Scott A. Black Funeral Home, 99 Franklin St., Stroneboro. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Graham, pastor of Center United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Center Cemetery, Mineral Township. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Center United Methodist Church, 214 Center Church Road, Polk, 16342. Genevieve F. Williams, 83, of 1423 Madison Road, Templeton, (Kellersburg), died Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008, at Jefferson Manor in Pine Creek Township. Born May 22, 1925, in St. Charles, she was a daughter of Fred K. and Marie M. (McGee) Rockwell. Mrs. Williams was a housewife. She was a member of the Kellersburg United Methodist Church. She enjoyed quilting and camping and also enjoyed being with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was married March 21, 1953, to Jack W. Williams, who preceded her in death Feb. 20, 1995. Surviving are four daughters, Rose Rearick and her husband, William, and Audrey Brocious and her husband, Chester, all of Fairmount City, Jacqueline Barnett and her husband, Larry, of Blairsville, and Minnie Bowser and her husband, Richard, of Distant. Survivors also include two sisters, Delores Rupp and Martha Rupp and her husband, Preston, all of Deanville; two brothers, Lester Rockwell and Claire Rockwell, both of St. Charles; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Edward Rockwell and Robert Rockwell. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Samuel O. Swick, pastor of the Nevin Memorial United Church of Christ, officiating. Interment will be in Kellersburg Methodist Cemetery, Madison Township, Armstrong County.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: R_Cliett Surnames: Beck, Hawk, Best Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/500.1.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: have you found any info about the Beck's from Knox? My husband is a decendant of Adam and Mary Beck. I am not sure which Adam Beck he is though. I am hoping that some info you might have may shed some light on my brick wall. Thank you, Jennifer Thomson 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, September 27, 2008: Albert A. "John" Ames, Jr., 13529 S. Goodwill Road, Titusville Jeremy Curtis Domres, 1413 Chestnut St., Franklin Charles Jesse Hendershot, Millersburg Albert S. "Sherm" Texter, St. Petersburg John Sample memorial set Albert A. "John" Ames, Jr., 81, of 13529 S. Goodwill Road, Titusville, died at 9:40 a.m. Friday, Sept. 26, 2008, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born Jan. 3, 1927, at Pineville, a son of the late Albert A. and Grace Metzgar Ames. He was married to Betty M. Hause on Dec. 22, 1948, at Chapmanville, and she survives. John was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army. He entered the service on April 20, 1945, at New Cumberland. He was honorably discharged on Nov. 25, 1946, at Ft. Dix, N.J. John and his wife owned A.A. Ames Construction for more than 50 years until they sold it to their son, Carl, in 1994. He also owned several other businesses over the years including J&D Motors, Delta Motors, a partner in Northwest Motors and A.A. Ames Blacktopping. He was also owner of Ames Trailer Court. He also had been employed at the former Cyclops Specialty Steel Corp. in Titusville. John and his wife spent their winters in Florida for the past 23 years. He enjoyed golfing occasionally and spending time with his family and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, of Titusville; a daughter, Judy A. Howard and husband, Stanley, of Centerville; a son, Carl E. Ames and wife, Pam, of Pleasantville; four grandchildren, Tammy Harrington, Lisa Hanlon and husband, Jeff, Brandy Howard and fianc,, Steve Peterson, and Mark Ames and wife, Robin; great-grandchildren, Shane and Tori Harrington, Kasey and Brook Baker, Ashley and Robert Crowther, Shania Hanlon, Jeffrey Hanlon, Jr., Paige Anthony, Jeffrey Hanlon, Ryan, Megan and Katlyn Ames; a great-great-grandson, Christian Kluck; two brothers, Glenn Ames and wife, Marjory, of Pleasantville and James Ames and wife, Cheryl, of Seneca; two sisters, Pauline Petkewitz and husband, Edward, of Oil City and Ruth Mumford of North Warren; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Richard, Charles and Robert Ames; and one sister, Phyllis Duffy. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Donald Hess, pastor of the Wayne Park Baptist Church in Erie, officiating. Interment will be in Neilltown Cemetery. Jeremy Curtis Domres, 33, of 1413 Chestnut St., Franklin, died Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008, as the result of an auto accident on Route 8, north of Harrisville. He was born July 15, 1975, in Franklin, a son of Susan Marie Domres. He lived in the Cooperstown area and was raised by his grandparents, Thomas A. and Dorothy Domres. He graduated from Rocky Grove High School. He was employed as a maintenance supervisor for different rental properties in the area. He is survived by his mother, Susan Marie Domres; his maternal grandmother, Dorothy Domres; his wife, Clara Castner Domres; his companion, Christina L. Bell; children, Dezarae Domres, Sebastian Domres, Samantha Domres and Danielle Castner, all of Franklin; a half-brother, Landon Rhoades; and a half-sister, Tia Marie Rhoades, both of Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Thomas A. Domres; a half-brother, Justin Rhoades; and a step-brother, James L. Rhodes. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be conducted in the Baptist Temple, 4777 Old Route 8, Franklin, with the Rev. David Foote, pastor of the church, officiating. Interment will be made in Peters Cemetery. The Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin, is in charge of the arrangements. Charles Jesse Hendershot, 65, of Millersburg, a native of Franklin, died Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, at his home, after a long fight against cancer. He was born in Franklin, the son of the late C. Loren and Hazel Thompson Hendershot. He was a retired correctional officer at the Dauphin County Prison and previously worked for Reading Railroad, Conrail and Cyclops Steel in Titusville. He was a peacetime veteran of the U.S. Army, serving for more than two years in Germany. He attended the Valleys United Church of Christ (UCC) in Halifax. Charles was an avid hunter, and he enjoyed motorcycling, Civil War history, many outdoor activities including backpacking, camping and kayaking and spending time with family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Wanda Walter Hendershot; a sister, Kathryn (Kay) Hendershot of Elizabethville; his mother-in-law, Gladys Walter of Duncanon; sister-in-law, Joan Kent of Newport; brother-in-law, John Walter and his wife, Dawn, of Millersburg; nieces, nephews, cousins and an aunt and uncle. Viewing will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Hoover-Boyer Funeral Home, Inc., in Millersburg and again from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at the Valleys United Church of Christ, 3862 Peter's Mt. Road, in Halifax. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the church with the Rev. Kristine Heckard officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Elizabethville. Contributions may be made to the Valleys UCC, 3862 Peter's Mt. Road, Halifax, Pa., 17032, or to Hospice of Central PA, 98 S. Enola Drive, Enola, Pa., 17025. To sign the online guest book, go to www.hbfuneralhomes.com. Albert S. "Sherm" Texter, 83, of St. Petersburg passed away early Friday morning, Sept. 26, 2008, at his residence, following an illness. He was the husband of the late Elnora Irene Texter and the father of five children from the area. John Sample memorial set A memorial social gathering for the relatives and friends of John D. Sample, 58, of Tionesta (Pleasantville RD 1), formerly of New Castle, will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, at Forest Hills on Route 36 near Tionesta. Mr. Sample died Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008.

The Derrick, September 26, 2008: Lawrence H. "Sonny" Kahle, Rover Road, Clarion Mary Martin, Broad Street, Salamanca, N.Y., formerly of Oil City Leon F. Shaner, Aurora, Colo., formerly of Oil City Lawrence H. "Sonny" Kahle, 74, of River Road, Clarion, died Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008. in the Clarion Hospital. Born Feb. 7, 1934, in Clarion, he was the son of Lawrence L. Kahle and Elva Bickel Kahle, both preceded him in death. He was married on Oct. 25, 1952, to Deloris J. Potter, and she preceded him in death on July 13, 2007. Sonny worked for Jim Lahr, Vending Services and Zacherl Motors as a mechanic for more than 25 years, all in Clarion. He attended Clarion-Limestone Schools and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Survivors include two sons, Allen W. Kahle of Pittsburgh and Jeffrey E. (Kaye) Kahle of Strattanville; a daughter-in-law, Roxanne Kahle of Clarion; three grandchildren, Amber Kishbaugh of Mechanicsburg, Nathan M. Kahle of Pittsburgh and David J. Kahle of Clarion; three great- grandchildren, Steven Kishbaugh, Conner and Daimein Kahle; one brother, Don Kahle of Curlesville; two sisters, Ruth Deemer of Strattanville and Doris Confer of Clarion. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; one son, Mike Kahle; one brother, Chuck Kahle; and one sister, Emma Land. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Goble Funeral Home & Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion, with Pastor Bruce Wilson, of Liberty Street Church of God, officiating. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice. On line condolences may be made by going to www.goblefh.net. Mary Martin, 82, of Broad Street, Salamanca, N.Y., died Tuesday evening, Sept. 23, 2008 at Olean General Hospital, Olean, N.Y., following a long illness. Born May 25, 1926, in Oil City, she was she daughter of the late William and Delia Keating Liddy. She was married on Oct. 7, 1950, to Mr. Robert Martin, who preceded her in death on June 17, 2008. Mrs. Martin was employed as a registered nurse at the former Salamanca District Hospital and retired from Gowanda Psychiatric Center in 1982. She was also a bus driver for Archbishop Walsh School, as well as its athletic department. She was a member of St. Vincent Nursing Association, St. Patrick Church, its Altar & Rosary Society and the Mr. & Mrs. Club. Surviving are six daughers, Agnes Donlin of Rochester, N.Y., Mary (Roger Hudson) Martin of Anchorage, Alaska, Jo Martin of Dallas, Texas, Kitty (Bob Williams) Martin of Denver, Colo., Peggy Martin of Denver, Colo. and Becky Martin of Rochester, N.Y.; two sons, Bill Martin of Ellicottville, N.Y. and Bob (Sue) Martin of Erie; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Bridgette Eileen Levine; a granddaughter, Becca Martin; a son-in-law, Jim Donlin; and a daughter-in-law, Ginger Anderson. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the O'Rourke & O'Rourke Inc. Funeral Home, 25 River St., Salamanca, N.Y. A prayer service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday in the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in Our Lady of Peace Parish (St. Patrick Church) with the Rev. Piotr Zaczynski, pastor, as celebrant. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Oil City. Leon F. Shaner, 88, of Aurora, Colo., formerly of Oil City, passed away Sept. 18, 2008. He is survived by a brother, Byron; and a nephew, Bob Curtis. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanne; parents, Frederick and Esther; and brothers Donald of Oil City, and Charles.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ShirleyMaynard1805 Surnames: MOORE, PERTS, CONNER Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/2795.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hello, just today I was sent a copy of your obit for Mrs. Willis Bole. In it is mentioned sister Lesta Perts. Lesta married the widower of Amanda Moore Perts of Westmoreland Co. who died in 1921. They were separated some years, however. They had either 7 or 8 children...the last may have been a grandchild. Amanda Moore was my grandfather's first cousin and I've been trying to locate more information on Robert Paul Perts who died in "1938" in Pittsburgh. I don't have any more information on Lesta, whether she remarried or not. I do see a better marriage date now. Between 1921 and 1927, the date for your obit. Would you please respond to my email and let me know if you have anything more on Robert and Lesta Perts? Shirley Maynard My email is MaeMay510@aol.com 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, September 25, 2008: Deborah L. Bidwell, formerly of Jefferson Court, Brookville Mathew E. Dudzic, Charleston, S.C., formerly of Oil City Phyllis K. Kaetzel, 441 Main St., Rimersburg Frances Z. "Fran" Lauer, formerly of Titusville Perry L. Raybuck, Fort Worth, Texas, formerly of Oil City Alyssa Ann Slother, Marienville Nancy L. Swanson, 624 S. Franklin St., Titusville Irene Watson, 16½ Hoffman Ave., Oil City Randy Wenner, Mantua, N.J., formerly of Knox Getting it right - Ben J. Edwards Sr. Deborah L. Bidwell, 58, a resident of the Warren Manor Nursing Home, and a former resident of Jefferson Court, Brookville, died Tuesday morning, Sept. 23, 2008, at St. Vincent Health Care Center, Erie, after an extended illness. She was born June 9, 1950, in Pittsburgh. She resided most of her life in Warren, where she graduated from Warren High School in 1968. She was known as a loving mother and grandmother and dotted on her poodles, Lulu and Shelby. She is survived by her father, John Friedrich of Clarion; one daughter, Amanda McElhatten and her husband, Brett, of Warren; one son, Specialist Jared Bidwell, stationed with the U.S. Army in Iraq; two brothers, Jack Friedrich and his wife, Lisa, of Washington and Mark Friedrich of Clarion; one sister, Janet Ochs and her husband, Tedd, of Lucinda; three grandchildren, Adison Bidwell of Youngsville, Mackenzie and Brodie McElhatten, both of Warren; and several nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by her mother, Margaret Johnston Friedrich. Friends may call from Noon to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Cedarview Cemetery, Strattanville. Those wishing to place memorials may do so to Clarion Paws, PO Box 804, Clarion, 16214. Those wishing to submit condolences my do so by visiting www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com. Mathew E. (Gene) Dudzic of Charleston, S.C., formerly of Oil City and Jamestown, N.Y., died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008. Born June 23, 1940, in Oil City, he was the son of Mathew M. and Catherine B. Dudzic. He retired from the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Postal Service. He was a 1958 graduate of Oil City High School. He is survived by a son; grandsons; a niece; aunts, uncles and cousins; and sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Terrance Weaver of Seneca. He was preceded in death by his parents and a son. Mathew E. (Gene) Dudzic of Charleston, S.C., formerly of Oil City and Jamestown, N.Y., died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008. Born June 23, 1940, in Oil City, he was the son of Mathew M. and Catherine B. Dudzic. He retired from the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Postal Service. He was a 1958 graduate of Oil City High School. He is survived by a son; grandsons; a niece; aunts, uncles and cousins; and sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Terrance Weaver of Seneca. He was preceded in death by his parents and a son. Phyllis K. Kaetzel, 85, of 441 Main St., Rimersburg, died at 11 p.m., Tuesday night, Sept. 23, 2008, at Clarion Hospital after an extended battle with Parkinson's disease. Born June 18, 1923, in New York City, N.Y., she was the daughter of Jacob Edwin Kadel and Frances Ella Hoar Kadel. Phyllis Kaetzel graduated from Port Jervis High School, in New York and Maryland College. She was married, July 2, 1944, to her husband, Charles Milo Kaetzel Sr., in Port Jervis, N.Y. Mrs. Kaetzel was a member of the Rimersburg Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Kaetzel's hobbies included solving the New York Times crossword puzzle each week and spending time with family and grandchildren. Mrs. Kaetzel, along with her husband, owned and operated Kaetzel Pharmacy for many years in Rimersburg. Surviving are two children, son, Charles M Kaetzel Jr. and wife, Pamela K., of Rimersburg; daughter, Susan J. Mortimer and husband, Gene, of Rimersburg; six grandchildren, Jodie Kaetzel of Jeannette, Jill Davis and husband, Brett, of Port Orange, Fla., Jeff Kaetzel of Rimersburg, Mark Mortimer and wife, Maggie, of Latrobe, Steve Mortimer and wife, Jodie, of Jeannette and Megan Mortimer of Latrobe; and five great-grandchildren, Bryn Davis, Drew Davis and Kolsin Davis, all of Port Orange, Fla. and Trenton Mortimer and Nicholas Mortimer, both of Latrobe. Along with her parents Mrs. Kaetzel was preceded in death by her husband. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home, Main Street, Rimersburg. Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home, Rimersburg with the Rev. John McCall, interim pastor of the Rimersburg Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will follow in the Rimersburg Cemetery. Frances Z. Lauer, 93, died at 2:48 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008, at Hamot Medical Center, where she was admitted September 18. Mrs. Lauer formerly resided in Titusville, and more recently with her daughter and family in Girard. Mrs. Lauer was born June 26, 1915, in Titusville, a daughter of the late John Zdarko and Katherine Kornecka Zdarko. She graduated from Colestock High School in Titusville in 1932. She was first married to Jack Howe in 1932, who preceded her in death. She later married William A. Lauer, July 6, 1946, who also preceded her in death Oct. 18, 1960. Fran was formerly employed by Horn Textiles and Zdarko Super Duper, both of Titusville. She was a member of St. Walburga Church in Titusville and St. John the Evangelist Church in Girard. She was a former member and officer of St. Walburga Church Altar and Rosary Society, Catholic Daughters of America, Polish National Alliance Group #2031 and the Friendship Club in Titusville. She enjoyed crocheting, cats, dogs, bingo and traveling. Survivors include two daughters, Catherine Robinson of Fairfax, Va. and Betti Cicero and her husband, Joseph, of Girard; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Diane B. Howe of Titusville; and several nieces and nephews. Fran was preceded in death by a son, Jack Howe; four sisters, Josephine Zdarko, Catherine Zdarko, Caroline Kurach and Anna Cesarek; and four brothers, John Zdarko, Anthony Zdarko, Michael Zdarko and Joseph Zdarko. Relatives and friends will be received after 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday in the gathering space at St. Walburga Church in Titusville, when Mass of Christian Burial will be concelebrated by the Rev. D.G. Davis, III, pastor and the Rev. William O'Brien, pastor of St. John the Evangelist Church, officiating. Interment will be in St. Catharine Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Leo N. Hennes Funeral Home Inc., Titusville. Perry L. Raybuck, Sr. of 2137 Cliff Park Road, Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully at home, Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008. He was born Nov. 2, 1922, in Jefferson County, near Hazen, and raised in Oil City. He was the son of Perry Amos and Helen Clark Raybuck. He graduated from Oil City High School in 1940. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps in June 1942, and served 26 months overseas in the Air Transport Command in the China, Burma and India Theatre. He flew 62 missions over the hump to China. Among his decorations are a Distinguished Flying Cross, air medal with Oak Leaf cluster and an Asiatic-Pacific Theatre Ribbon with three battle stars. Perry married Mary Lou Stephens on Jan. 2, 1946, and graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in June 1950 with a degree in pharmacy. He was employed at Ken Drug in Oil City through 1958. In 1958, the family moved to Fort Worth, where he was employed at Miller Pharmacy, Moreland Drug and Ridglea Drug, which he acquired ownership of in 1962 and operated until 1987 when he sold it and retired. He was a member of Edge Park United Methodist Church, a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Hump Pilots Association and the Texas and Tarrant County Pharmaceutical Association. He is survived by his wife; two sons, Perry Lee (Susan) Raybuck, Jr. and John Keith (Patsy) Raybuck; a sister, Betty Yarnell and husband, Red; two grandsons, David Perry (Lindsay) Raybuck and Sean Raybuck; and a great-grandson, Perry David. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, William; a sister, Margaret; and a son, Michael. The funeral was held Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, in Forth Worth. Memorials may be given to Edge Park United Methodist Church Permanent Fund, 5616 Crowley Road, Fort Worth, Texas, 76134, or Community Hospice of Texas, 6100 Western Place, Suite 500, Fort Worth, Texas, 76107. Alyssa Ann Slother, 3, of Marienville, died at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, in Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. She was the daughter of Shane and Tania Slother of Marienville and the younger sister of Hannah Slother, also of Marienville. Alyssa was born July 27, 2005, in Titusville. In addition to her parents and sister, she is survived by her grandparents, Ken and Linda Slother of Titusville and John Onisko of Roscoe and JoAnne Onisko of Daiseytown. Also surviving are two uncles, Steven Onisko and Johnny Onisko, both of Roscoe; uncle and aunt, Shawn and Sonja Slother and their children, Logan and Chase, of New York State. Relatives and friends will be received from 1 to 3 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Ronald McDonald Funeral Home in Marienville. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Boyd Edmundson, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Marienville, officiating. Memorials may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation. Mrs. Nancy L. Swanson, 67, of 624 S. Franklin St., Titusville, died after a courageous battle with cancer, at the Titusville Area Hospital, on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, surrounded by her family. Mrs. Swanson was born on Jan. 4, 1941, in Titusville, to the late Raymond "Rex" Holcomb and Marion Nelson. She married Harry "Sonny" Swanson on March 18, 1960, in Oil City. She was a 1958 graduate of Titusville High School. Mrs. Swanson retired from Foster Forbes Glass Company, after nearly 30 years of services. She later worked as a personal caregiver for the past few years, which she truly enjoyed. She also enjoyed playing bingo, collecting beanie bears and traveling to casinos. Mrs. Swanson is survived by her husband, Sonny Swanson of Titusville; two sons, Ronald Swanson and his wife, Cathy, of Oil City and Dennis Swanson and his wife, Catherine, of Hopedale, Mass.; five grandchildren, Misty K. Goodman, Ronald J. Swanson, Jr. and his wife, Miranda, all of Oil City, Shannon M. Swanson, Elizabeth A. Swanson, Rachel K. Swanson, all of Hopedale, Mass; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Jean Hamilton of Centerville and Carla Carson and husband, Marco, of Erie; four brothers, Jack Holcomb of Nebraska, Ralph Nelson, Donnie Nelson and David Nelson, all of Erie; a special nephew, Troy Hamilton of Centerville; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday from the funeral home with Mrs. Jacqueline Wagner, assistant to the pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of ones choice. Irene Watson, 84, of 16 ½ Hoffman Ave., Oil City, died at 9:01 p.m. Tuesday Sept. 23, 2008, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca, following an extended illness. Born in Oil City, on Oct. 6, 1923, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Sophia Socha Klosinski. She attended the Assumption BVM Grade School and Oil City Senior High School. Mrs. Watson was a member of St. Joseph Church and the Venango County Association for the Blind. She worked for 23 years as a housekeeper at the Oil City Hospital. During World War II she had been employed at the glass plant. Mrs. Watson was married in the Assumption Church Rectory on Sept. 15, 1946, to Walter Wade Watson. He preceded her in death on Nov. 4, 1980. Survivors include one son, Michael E. Watson of Oil City; two granddaughters, Rachel M. Watson and Rebecca Sophia Watson, both of Laramie, Wyo.; one sister and spouse, Helen and Vince Eisenman of Oil City; one sister in-law, Marge Klosinski of Oil City; one brother in-law, Col. Joseph Garbacz of Alexandria, Va.; and several nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Klosinski; a brother and sister in-law, Edmund and Vera Klosinski; and by one sister, Dr. Stephanie Garbacz. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. today at the Reinsel Funeral Home in Oil City and from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday in the gathering space of St. Joseph Church. Mass of Christian Burial will then be Celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Church with Msgr. John W. Swoger presiding. Internment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Venango County Association for the Blind, 3035 SR 257, Seneca, 16346. Condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com. The Reinsel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Randy A Wenner, 49, of Mantua, N.J., died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, of natural causes. Born Oct. 9, 1958, in Franklin, he was a son of Patricia Shreffler Wenner and the late Gary C Wenner. Mr. Wenner was a 1976 graduate of Keystone High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy before graduation and served from 1976 until 1993. He was an air traffic controller with the Navy and served during Operation Desert Storm. The last ship he pulled duty on was the USS George Washington. Mr. Wenner had resided in Norfolk, Va., and for the last 12 years in Mantua, N.J. He was employed in sales for South Jersey Auto Parts of Marlton, N.J. One of his passions was NASCAR racing, and he spent 12 years on the pit crew for John's Brothers Racing in Norfolk. His other interests included spending time with his grandchildren, gardening, and helping friends and neighbors. Randy was always willing to lend a helping hand and was known in his neighborhood as the local Mr. Fix-It. He was married July 14, 1992, to the former Lee Miller of Mantua, N.J., and she survives. Also surviving are two stepchildren, Alin Homan and Correinne McKenna; four grandchildren, Briana Homan and Ryan, Casey and Shaun McKenna; and his mother, Patricia Wenner, of Knox. More survivors include two sisters, Robin Painter and her husband, Scott, of St. Petersburg, Pa., and Rhonda Hannold and her husband, John, of Knox; two brothers, Ronald Wenner and his wife, Wendy, of Emlenton, and Roger Wenner and his fiancee, Allison Bauer, of Knox; two nephews, Ethan and Tanner Hannold; and three nieces, Mariah Painter, Lacie Wenner and Ariel Wenner. In addition to his father, Randy was preceded in death by a niece, Whitney Painter; and his grandparents, Carl and Marie Wenner and Ray and Agnes Shreffler. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday at the Smith Funeral Home in Mantua, N.J. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Smith Funeral Home. Interment will be in Gloucester County Veterans Cemetery, Monroe Township, N.J. Memories and online condolences may be shared at www.smithfhmantua.com. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in memory of Randy to Grace EC Church, 2561 Grace Church Road, Knox, 16232; or a charity of one's choice. Getting it right - Ben J. Edwards Sr. Ben J. Edwards Sr., 77, of 3088 N.W., 27th Terrace, Boca Raton, Fla., and Stoneboro, formerly of Jackson Center-Polk Road, Mineral Township, Venango County, died at 10:22 a.m. Monday, Sept. 22, 2008 in the emergency room of West Boca Medical Center of natural causes. He was born Dec. 3, 1930, in Johnstown, to Elmer A. "Ben" and Daisy F. Reiser Edwards.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: idontwantanumberthankyou Surnames: Teeples, McDivitt, Dale, Irwin, Leech Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/412.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Adella A. Dale born 1856 in Pike Twp., Clearfield Co., PA married 30 Sept. 1869 in Clearfield Co., PA to George B. Teeples born 1832. I believe he was born in Canada. Adella, aka Della, was the daughter of A. Bennet Dale born 1828, of Pike Twp., Clearfield Co., PA, died 1857 in Pike Twp., Clearfield Co., PA who was married about 1855 in Clearfield Co., PA to Sarah Ann Irwin born 27 Aug 1837, Pike Twp., Clearfield Co., PA, died 5 September 1890, Bloom Township, Clearfield Co., PA. Adella was their only child. After death of A. Bennet Dale, Sarah Ann Irwin Dale married 5 July 1857 in Bloom Twp, Clearfield Co., PA, Hugh C. Leech, born 30 May 1829, Pike Twp, Clearfield Co., PA, died 14 June 1909, Bloom Twp, Clearfield Co., PA. Nine children were born to the 2nd marriage. I am descended from Hugh C. Leech and Sara Ann Irwin Dale Leech. I have seen this Della Teeples in Clarion County. I don't know if this is the correct Della Teeples or not. The last time I can find Geor! ge and Della Teeples is the 1880 Census, Pike Twp, Clearfield Co., PA. They are also in the 1870 Census in Pike Twp, Clearfield Co., PA. Neither George, nor Della, has an estate file at the Clearfield Co. Courthouse. Ancestry.com has "The Progress" (Clearfield, PA) available to search. You will find Mary McDivitts obituary there. She died 8 March 1858. She was born 16 Feb 1878. You can also find the obituaries of Verdin Teeples died 24 April 1960 and Edgar E. Teeples died 5 Nov 1955, brothers of Mary Ellen Teeples McDivitt. I am getting ready to send to the state of Pennsylvania to have them search for a death record for Della Teeples, assuming that the Della Teeples in 1910 and 1920 in Clarion County is "our" Della Teeples. The daughter(s)? "Bernice" in the 1910 Census and "Beatrice" in the 1920 Census, aren't mentioned in the the other Teeples obituaries. That bothers me. Waiting to receive one "Teeple" and one "Teeples" marriage records from Clearfield County ! Courthouse. 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, September 24, 2008: Deborah L. Bidwell, Jefferson Court, Brookville Ben J. Edwards Sr., formerly of Jackson Center-Polk Road, Stoneboro Randy L. Gambony, Indianapolis, Ind. Frances M. Neider, 1070 State Route 427, Franklin Ruth L. Shaffer, 517 Dry Ridge Road, Mayport Nancy L. Swanson, Titusville Getting it right - Alice O. Burchfield Deborah L. Bidwell, 58, of Jefferson Court, Brookville, died Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 23, 2008, at St. Vincent Health Center in Erie, following an extended illness. The Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick. Ben J. Edwards, Sr., 77, of 3088 N.W., 27th Terrace, Boca Raton, Fla., and Stoneboro, formerly of Jackson Center-Polk Road, Mineral Township, Venango County, died at 10:22 a.m. Monday, Sept. 22, 2008 in the emergency room of West Boca Medical Center of natural causes. He was born Dec. 31, 1930, in Johnstown, to Elmer A. "Ben" and Daisy F. Reiser Edwards. He was a 1948 graduate of Rocky Grove High School. Beginning in 1953, Ben worked as a mason all of his life as a member of the Bricklayers and Allied Craft Workers #10 of Clarion and had worked at Polk State School and Hospital as a mason. He helped build and do the stone and masonry work on many local projects including the war memorials in Stoneboro and Polk and also he and his father did the stonework at Drake's Well Museum in Titusville. In 1950, Ben enlisted in the U.S. Army and served as a paratrooper with the 11th Airborne during the Korean War. He continued his service with the U.S. Army Reserve Unit of the 352 Quartermaster of Oil City, where he retired as the first sergeant. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and was a member of Myrtle Lodge 316 F&AM of Franklin. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, gardening and reading. Ben was a good supporter of his grandchildren and was very proud of the fact that he was able to help his grandson, Dustin, become an Eagl e Scout with his project at the Herman Gehres American Legion Post #919 of Fredonia by helping him build a ceremonial flag retirement fireplace for the legion. Ben married Marian I. McKinley April 29, 1952, and she preceded him in death April 29, 2003. He then married Donna (Kline) Martin Nov. 15, 2005, and she survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Kevin M. (Joni) Coffey of Fredonia and Mrs. Jason B. (Jennifer) Armstrong of Stoneboro; one son, Ben Jon Edwards, Jr. and wife, Judy Fiore, of Bradford, R.I.; five grandchildren, Dustin Coffey of Fredonia, Jack Fiore Edwards of Bradford, Jacqueline, Gwendolyn and Wyatt Armstrong of Stoneboro; three step-children, Robert C. Martin and wife, Carol, of Franklin, Karen D. Martin of Vancouver, Wash. and Susan E. Dummett of Franklin; 11 step-grandchildren; and three step-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are a sister-in law and brother-in-law, Jim and Doris Doutt of Polk and William and Phyllis "Pete" Mozdzierz of Elgin, S.C.; two nieces, Mrs. Kent (Lou Ann) McFadden of Franklin and Mrs. Jeffrey (Suzan) Leary of Columbia, S.C.; and one nephew, William Mozdzierz and wife, Barbara, of Copenhagen, Denmark. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and one nephew, James Doutt. Calling hours will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Scott A. Black Funeral Home, 99 Franklin St., Stoneboro. A Masonic service will be held at 9 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Charles F. Williamson, Pastor of the Independent Holiness Church of Indiana, Pa., officiating. Interment will be at Oak Hill Cemetery, Sandy Lake Township. Memorials can be made to American Legion Post 919, 165 Kelso Road, Fredonia, 16124. Randy L. Gambony, 48, son-in-law of Franklin residents, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth L. Hanson, died at 10:30 a.m, Friday morning, Sept. 19, 2008, in Fishers, Ind., as he was headed home that day with his wife, Mrs. Randy L. (Amanda Hanson) Gambony, to take up residence in Franklin. The desire of Mr. Gambony was to live in Franklin with Mrs. Gambony and to be near Mr. and Mrs. Hanson, friends and the church family of St. John's Episcopal Church as he continued his nine month battle with esophageal cancer. Mr. and Mrs. Gambony had lived together in Indianapolis, Ind., where Mr. Gambony worked as assistant manager for the Chicago-based firm, Harlem Furniture, since January 2008, at Castleton Square Mall. Mr. Gambony was hard working, well-respected by his associates and known to bring vitality, stamina, and service to his daily work. On Wednesday evenings, Mr. Gambony led a Bible study at Wheeler Mission Ministries to tell the homeless, poor and needy of central Indiana about God. Mr. and Mrs. Gambony attended the Second Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis, where they became church members Aug. 24, 2008. Prior to Mr. Gambony's job transfer with Harlem Furniture to Indianapolis, he was employed as a sales associate for Harlem Furniture in Downers Grove, Ill. Before their move to Indianapolis, Mr. and Mrs. Gambony attended the First Presbyterian Church of Glen Ellyn, Ill., outside of Chicago, where Mr. Gambony had been an active member in good standing since 1995, and had earned his mster of divinity degree in 2003 from Northern Baptist Theological Seminary in Lombard, Ill. Mr. and Mrs. Gambony met while he was in seminary as he was serving 30 hours a week as an outreach minister for Emmaus Ministries, a position for which he raised his own financial support in order to reach male prostitutes on the streets of Chicago with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Just prior to his death, Mr. Gambony was registered to begin his doctor of ministry studies in the area of family and marriage counseling at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, as he continued to teach at Wheeler Mission and planned to serve as an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church (USA). On Feb. 24, 2001, on St. Matthias Day, in Glen Ellyn, Ill., Mr. Gambony married Amanda Vincent Hanson. Surviving are his wife; his mother, Mrs. Donald (Maxine Beardsley) Gambony of Milwaukee; three sisters, Donna Jean Smolinski of Carpentersville, Ill., Debbie Ritchie of Waterford, Wis. and Kim Lutsch of Centennial, Col.; three brothers, Mike Gambony of Phoenix, Ariz., Mark Gambony of Kissimmee, Fla. and Donald Gambony of Waukegan, Ill.; and many nieces and nephews. Going before Mr. Gambony in death are his father, Donald L. Gambony; and his brother, Steve Gambony. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St. Services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday at St. John's Episcopal Church. Deacon Holly Davis will preside over the service, which will include a Holy Communion followed by the committal service at the Franklin Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be sent to Emmaus Ministries, 921 W. Wilson Ave., Chicago, Ill., 60640, 800/378-4445 or 773/334-6063, emmaus@streets.org. Frances M. Neider, 99, of 1070 State Route 427, Franklin, died at 10:02 p.m. Monday, Sept. 22, 2008 at Sugar Creek Station. Born Dec. 25, 1908, in Woodcock Township, Crawford County, she was the daughter of Harry J. and Adelaide Humes Hutchinson. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Neider was a member of Lupher Chapel United Methodist Church. She was a long-time member of Bradleytown Grange for more than 50 years. She enjoyed her cats. Mrs. Neider was married to James J. Neider, Sr. on May 10, 1927, and he preceded her in death. She is survived by four children, James J. Neider, Jr. and his wife, Joyce, of Franklin, Joyce Shoffstall and her husband, Grover, of Franklin, Janet Parker and her husband, Robert, of Avon Lake, Ohio and Gail Shay and her husband, Thomas, of Waterford; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; sisters, Nellie Bossard and Ethel Burger; and a grandson, Lee Shoffstall. Friends may call from Noon to 1 p.m. Thursday at the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home in Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. John King of Lupher Chapel United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be at Blooming Valley Cemetery. Memorials can be made to Venango County Humane Society. Condolences can be sent online at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com. Ruth L. Shaffer, 78, of 517 Dry Ridge Road, Mayport, died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at Clarion Hospital. Born Feb. 13, 1930, in Timblin, she was the daughter of Tiffney Miller and Vida Pearl (Shirey) Miller. She was married Jan. 25, 1947, to Fred L. Shaffer, and he preceded her in death Nov. 27, 1981. Mrs. Shaffer was a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening, her flowers and her cats. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and her grandchildren. She is survived by six sons, John Shaffer of Pleasant Gap, Charles and Lenore Shaffer of Putneyville, David Shaffer of Mayport, Lewis Shaffer of Albion, Brian Shaffer of Mayport and Mark Shaffer of Mayport; one daughter, Sandy and Randy Bowser of Distant; one brother, Joseph and Marie Miller of Chardon, Ohio; and three grandchildren, Jordonna Bowser, Nathaniel Bowser and Brittany Shaffer. She was preceded in death by both parents; her husband, Fred L. Shaffer; one son, Larry Shaffer; and one brother, Blake Miller. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Richard Hartsfield officiating. Interment will be at Mount Tabor Cemetery, Dry Ridge, Redbank Township, Armstrong County. Memorial contributions may be sent to Clarion Hospital Cancer Center, American Cancer Society, or New Bethlehem Area Free. Ruth L. Shaffer, 78, of 517 Dry Ridge Road, Mayport, died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at Clarion Hospital. Born Feb. 13, 1930, in Timblin, she was the daughter of Tiffney Miller and Vida Pearl (Shirey) Miller. She was married Jan. 25, 1947, to Fred L. Shaffer, and he preceded her in death Nov. 27, 1981. Mrs. Shaffer was a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening, her flowers and her cats. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and her grandchildren. She is survived by six sons, John Shaffer of Pleasant Gap, Charles and Lenore Shaffer of Putneyville, David Shaffer of Mayport, Lewis Shaffer of Albion, Brian Shaffer of Mayport and Mark Shaffer of Mayport; one daughter, Sandy and Randy Bowser of Distant; one brother, Joseph and Marie Miller of Chardon, Ohio; and three grandchildren, Jordonna Bowser, Nathaniel Bowser and Brittany Shaffer. She was preceded in death by both parents; her husband, Fred L. Shaffer; one son, Larry Shaffer; and one brother, Blake Miller. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Richard Hartsfield officiating. Interment will be at Mount Tabor Cemetery, Dry Ridge, Redbank Township, Armstrong County. Memorial contributions may be sent to Clarion Hospital Cancer Center, American Cancer Society, or New Bethlehem Area Free. Nancy L. Swanson, 67, of Titusville, died at 2:50 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008 at Titusville Area Hospital. The Garrett Funeral Home in Titusville is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick and News-Herald. Getting it right - Alice O. Burchfield Alice O. Burchfield, 79, of the Independent Living Center of Sugar Creek Station, died at her residence early Sunday morning, Sept. 21, 2008. She was first married to J. Kenneth Dickson. She was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Salli Burchfield.

The Derrick, September 23, 2008: Alice O. Burchfield, Sugar Creek Station Robert J. "Sam" Criste, 110 Washington Ave., Oil City Jeffrey L. Curl, 1926 U.S. 322, Utica Dawn G. Davis, 2051 Rocky Grove Ave. Paula Kim Howell, Cook Forest area James W. Noble, 1602 Mercer Road, Fredonia, Mercer County Leonard J. Wolbert, South Daytona, Fla., formerly of Snydersburg Alice O. Burchfield, 79, of the Independent Living Center of Sugar Creek Station, died at her residence early Sunday morning, Sept. 21, 2008. A daughter of Clarence and Winona Amon Corbett, she was born Nov. 3, 1928, in Mercer County. She was a graduate of Cochranton High School. Mrs. Burchfield worked as a secretary for Werner-Continental Trucking for 14 years and later for Shingledecker's Welding and Construction Co. for 16 years, retiring Jan. 31, 1997. She was a member of Galloway United Methodist Church and the Rocky Grove Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed collecting tea pots and visiting with friends, and she cherished the time spent with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was first married to Kenneth J. Dickson, and she later married William G. Burchfield in 1957. He died Oct. 28, 1988. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. John (Darlene) White of Sugarcreek and Mrs. Dave (Denise) Zuchelli of Potomac Falls, Va.; one son, Wesley "Duck" Burchfield and his wife, Lisa, of Franklin; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a brother-in-law, Lyle McCartney of Galesburg, Ill. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one grandson, Lt. Andrew J. White of the Rocky Grove Volunteer Fire Department; one sister, Marian McCartney; and four brothers, Frank, Dale, Norman and Eugene Corbett. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with the Rev. David Zuchelli, pastor of Smith Chapel in Great Falls, Va., officiating. Rev. Zuchelli is also Mrs. Burchfield's son-in-law. Interment will follow in Bethel Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Activities Fund at Sugar Creek Station, 351 Causeway Drive, Franklin, 16323. Robert J. "Sam" Criste, 77, of 110 Washington Ave., Oil City, died at 6:50 am Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born Feb. 26, 1931, in Cresson, he was a son of the late Herbert and Anna Burns Criste. Mr. Criste was a graduate of Ebensburg High School. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict, stationed in Germany. Mr. Criste was employed at Foster Forbes Glass for more than 20 years and then for more than five years at Allied Security. He was a member of St. Joseph Church of Oil City. Mr. Criste also belonged to the American Legion and was a Democratic Party committeeman since 1963. On Sept. 3, 1955, he married the former Barbara A. Stephens, who survives. Also surviving are a son, Steve Criste of Oil City; a sister, Suzanne Beers and husband Edward of Lakeland, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Melinda Criste, and a sister, Gretchen Farabaugh. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Joseph Church with Monsignor John Swoger, pastor, presiding. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Venango Training Center, Life Skills. Jeffrey L. Curl, 52, of 1926 U.S. 322, Utica, died at 12:34 a.m. Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at UPMC Northwest. He was born April 4, 1956, in Salem, Ohio, and he graduated from Greenwood High School in Millerstown. Mr. Curl was a heavy equipment operator for Styoinger Brothers and most recently worked for the Venango County jail as a guard. He enjoyed all sports and was a fan of the Cleveland Browns and Ohio State. Surviving is his wife, Cathy Mattocks, whom he married Dec. 12, 2006; one son, Jason Curl of Richmond, Va.; one daughter, Amy Diven and her husband, Jim, of Mifflintown; two stepsons, Edward Mattocks of Cochranton and Jeffery Mattocks of Utica; and two stepdaughters, Jennifer Mattocks of Meadville and Cinnamon Myers and her husband, Chris, of Franklin. Also surviving are nine grandchildren; two brothers, Bob Curl and Doug Curl; and two sisters, Sharon Curl and Kay Beachel. Friends will be received from 2 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. A funeral service will be conducted at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at Huff Chapel with the Rev. David Janz, pastor of Christ United Methodist Church in Franklin, officiating. Dawn G. Davis, 40, of 2051 Rocky Grove Ave., died Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. She was born April 3, 1968, in Franklin, a daughter of Cheryl Lake. She graduated from Rocky Grove High School in 1986 and later from the Bradford School of Business in Pittsburgh. Dawn was employed in the office of Baker's Transportation and most recently in the office of Baker's Auto Sales in Seneca. She was on the board of directors for the Venango County Fair, she was a Girl Scout leader, and she served on the Girl Scout Council. Dawn was a member of the Fox Street Church of God. She enjoyed painting, crafts, cross stitch and cooking. Dawn married Jeff Davis on Oct. 12, 1991, and he survives along with a daughter, Jordon Davis, and a son, Logan Davis, both at home; her mother, Cheryl Lake, of Franklin; an uncle, Cliff Lake, of Dempseytown; his mother-in-law, Darlene Davis, of Franklin; and a sister-in-law, Jody Long and her husband, Robert, of Polk. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Charles and Irma Lake; and her father-in-law, Jerome Davis. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Brenda Aughenbaugh, associate pastor of the Fox Street Church of God, officiating. Interment will be in Graham Cemetery. The family suggests donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, 15205-4620. Paula Kim Howell, 50, of the Cook Forest area, passed away at 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh surrounded by her family after a long, courageous battle with cancer. She was born Oct. 7, 1957, in Pittsburgh. She is survived by her husband, Robert, who has been a longtime substitute teacher at Clarion Area High School; and two daughters, Abby Howell, an instrumental music school teacher in New York, and Kristy Hammond and her husband Matt, who reside in Fort Hood, Texas, and are serving in the U.S. armed forces. Matt was the recipient of the Bronze Star and Purple Heart while serving in Iraq. A small, private memorial service for the family will take place in Pittsbugh at the church where Kim and Robert were married upon the arrival of her son-in-law from Iraq. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Clarion Hospital Cancer Center. James W. Nobel of Mercer Road, Fredonia, Delaware Township, Mercer County, passed away at 1:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at the UPMC-Horizon Farrell campus. Mr. Noble was born Aug. 16, 1915, a son of the late John and Pearl Craig Noble. On Feb. 18, 1937, he married the former Helen C. Westerman, and she preceded him in death April 11, 1995. Mr. Noble was a graduate of Scienceville High School, where he excelled in basketball and football. He had been employed by Tennessee Gas Pipeline, retiring on Sept. 1, 1978. Mr. Noble was a member of Fredonia Presbyterian Church and Mercer Hebron Lodge 575 Free and Accepted Masons. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and a member of the New Castle Consistory. He was also a member of Herman Gehres American Legion Post 919, Fredonia. Mr. Noble was a World War II veteran, having served with the U.S. Army. He is survived by a daughter, Jo Ann Vogan and her husband, Richard, of Clintonville; a son, James J. Noble and his wife, Coreita, of New Wilmington; and four grandchildren, Dennis Vogan and his wife, Cathy, of Fairview, Kelly Fabry and her husband, Dave, of Harrisville, Marcia Harrold and her husband, Dennis, of Fredonia, and James C. Noble and his wife, Christine, of Raleigh, N.C. Also surviving are six great-grandchildren, Mitchell Fabry, MicKayla Fabry, Sarah Vogan, Hannah Vogan, Bryan Noble and Alexander Noble. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 58 years, two sisters and four brothers. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Robert L. Snyder Funeral Home Ltd., 169 Second St., Fredonia. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Fredonia Presbyterian Church, Water Street, Fredonia, with the Rev. Eric Peters, pastor of Fredonia Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment and a committal service will follow at Millbank Cemetery. The family has suggested memorial tributes be made to Fredonia Presbyterian Church, Water Street, Fredonia, 16124. Those unable to attend may post condolences online at www.rlsfh.com. Leonard J. Wolbert, 74, of South Daytona, Fla., formerly of Snydersburg, passed away Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at Halifax Hospital in Florida. Born March 28, 1934, in Snydersburg, he was the son of the late Leonard and Charlotte Schmader Wolbert. He attended St. Joseph School in Lucinda. Mr. Wolbert served in the U.S. Army from 1956-58. Before his retirement, he was employed at the Daytona race track in Florida. Mr. Wolbert is survived by his former wife, Louella; one son, Jeffery Wolbert, and two daughters, Jeanie and Wanda Wolbert, all of Florida; one grandson, Costa Ioannidis; and one granddaughter, Amber Wolbert, of Florida. He is also survived by five brothers and sisters and their wives, Vincent and Nina of Vowinckel, Edwin and Betty of Snydersburg, Lucille and Bob Collett of Snydersburg, Shirley and Ralph Zacherl of Erie, and Jane and Dewayne Zerbe of Lucinda. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Pamela; three brothers, Gervase, Claude and Roy; and a sister, Mercedes Weaver. Private interment will be at St. Joseph Cemetery in Lucinda.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: murri124 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/2919.127.127/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Although it is from some time ago, I just read your post and I am interested in your McClain line. I am descended from Jacob Fiscus I, b. 1784 in Westmoreland County, PA. He may have been married to an Elizabeth McClain, daughter of Paul McClain. I have this information from another researcher who was not certain about the McClain connection. Do you have any further information on Elizabeth McClain? I would be interested in the McClain line if this connection proves correct. Thanks for your help. Gretchen in Virginia 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, September 22, 2008: Richard Carothers Jr., 338 Bredinsburg Road, Franklin Mary Ann Cherico, Liberty Towers, Clarion Elizabeth "Betty" Marron, Parker James W. Noble, 1602 Mercer Road, Fredonia, Dorothy Small, Tionesta John Yeager, 2438 Patchel Run Road, Franklin Richard C. Carothers, Jr., 53, of 338 Bredinsburg Road, Franklin, went to be with the Lord at 3:15 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh. Born Sept. 2, 1955, in Oil City, he was a son of Lois Wyrock Carothers and the late Richard C. Carothers, Sr. Mr. Carothers was a 1973 graduate of Cranberry High School. He was a union carpenter for the past 35 years, working out of Local 81 in Erie. Mr. Carothers attended Grace Evangelical Congregational Church in Ninevah, where he taught Sunday school and served on the building committee. He had a zest for life, riding his motorcycle, scuba diving, woodcarving and enjoying his many friends and his family, especially his grandson. Mr. Carothers was very involved in mission work, both locally and internationally On Nov. 21, 1983, he married the former Becky King, who survives. Also surviving are his mother, Lois Carothers, of Oil City; two sons, Lukas Carothers and Jacob Carothers, both of Oil City; his grandson Maximus Carothers, and mother Sara Cross of Oil City; a brother, Tom Carothers and wife, Julie, of Seneca; two sisters, Carol Yakish and husband, Dale, of Rochester, and Janice Moryc and husband, Jerry, of Girard; his mother- and father-in-law, William and Shirley King, of Parker; a brother-in-law, William King, of New Bethlehem; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Emily Kristin Carothers, and a sister, Della Henderson. A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27 in Grace Evangelical Congregational Church in Ninevah with the Rev. Rick Osberg officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to a charity of one's choice. Mary Ann Cherico, 76, of Liberty Towers, Clarion, died Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, in the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born on May 31, 1932, in Clarion, she was the daughter of Tony F. and Sadie Sunseri Cherico, who both preceded her in death. Cherico worked at Foodland and Widman's in Clarion and at the Sylvania Plant in Brookville before her retirement. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Clarion and enjoyed crocheting, dancing and singing, cooking, gardening and being with family and friends. She is survived by a brother, Samuel F. Cherico, of Clarion, and several cousins, nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Goble Funeral Home & Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday from the Immaculate Conception Church in Clarion with the Rev. Gregory P. Passauer as celebrant. Interment will follow in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to www.goblefh.net. Elizabeth O. "Betty" Marron, 89, of Parker, passed away Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at the Parker Personal Care Home following an illness. Born Dec. 13, 1918, in New Castle, she was the daughter of Emmett and Christine Denny O'Donnell. On Jan. 29, 1944, in St. James Cathedral, Seattle, Wash., Betty married John F. "Bud" Marron, who passed away Aug. 28, 1999. Betty was a dedicated homemaker as well as a caring and loving mother for all of her adult life. When Betty wasn't spending time with her family, she was at her church. She was a devout Catholic and a devoted member of St. Mary Catholic Church Our Lady of the Snows in Parker. She was a member of the Altar Rosary Society and helped deliver Meals on Wheels for a number of years. Betty enjoyed playing cards and was an active member of the Cavendish Bridge Club, in addition to various bridge clubs in the area. Surviving are a daughter, Patricia and husband, Bob Shanafelt, of Sunset Beach N.C; four sons, James and wife, Ann, of Foxburg, Jerry and wife, Lynn, of Foxburg, John and wife, Barb, of Johnstown, and Leo and wife, Susan, of Foxburg; 10 grandchildren, Mike, Pat, Chris, Emily, Megan and Ted Marron, Lori Sherman, Leah Rapp, Kelli Greene and Robin Bianchini; four great-grandchildren, Dominick and Joseph Rapp, and Allison and Amelia Sherman; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Betty was preceded in death by one brother and one sister. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home, Wayne St., Parker. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the St. Mary Catholic Church Our Lady of the Snows with the Rev. Joseph Bonafed officiating. Interment will be held at the Parker Presbyterian Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church, Parker, 16049. Online condolences may be made and viewed at buzardfuneralhomes.com James W. Noble, 93, of 1602 Mercer Road, Fredonia, passed away at 1:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, at UPMC Horizon, Farrell Campus. The Robert L. Snyder Funeral Home in Fredonia is in charge of funeral arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The News-Herald. Dorothy Small, 86, of Tionesta, died a peaceful death Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008, looking toward heaven, holding her rosary. Born Aug. 17, 1922, in Leeper, she was the daughter of the late Issac and Amanda Heasley. Dorothy enjoyed life to its fullest. Bob Clever once said, "Dorothy Small is the wife of the famous Ed Small." But her husband said, "Ed Small is the husband of the famous Dorothy Small. In reality, Ed and Dorothy are ordinary likeable people." Dorothy and Ed met at the well known pub in Leeper. They were married Nov. 4, 1947, in St. Mary's Church in Crown, Clarion County. Father Bowes gave them his blessings. Herbert Small, brother of Ed, was best man and Dorothy Heasley, daughter of Harry "Hack" Heasley, was best woman. Dorothy was known for her cooking and waitress work. Her specialties were apple and chocolate pies, with turkey dinners not far behind. She drove school busses for 23 years and, there again, she was tops. She often said the laws forbid her from using physical contact, but pulling one's hair she exercised once or twice. Surviving are her husband, Edgar C. Small; two sons, Keith and wife, Connie, and Blaine and wife, Chris; three grandchildren, Graham Small and wife, Laurie, Jennifer and husband, Mark Bedillion, and their two children, Veronica and Alexander, and Stephanie Small; and a brother, Bernard Heasley. In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by brothers, Harry "Hack", Clarence, James and William, and three sisters, Rose, Kate and Agnes. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home in Tionesta. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Anthony Church in Tionesta. Burial will follow in the Riverside Cemetery in Tionesta. Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454 Alexandria, Va., 22312. Condolences may be sent to condolenceses@wimerfuneralhome.com. John A. Yeager, 85, of 2438 Patchel Run Road, Franklin, died at 10:25 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at Sugar Creek Station. Born July 1, 1923, he was a son of Leo and Annabelle Shouey Yeager. On April 7, 1947, he married the former Marlee Vaow, who passed away Jan. 8, 2001. Mr. Yeager proudly served his country during WWII with the U.S. 10th Army Air Force. He received three Bronze Stars and the WWII Victory Medal. He worked for the Pennsylvania Railroad, Venango Plastics, and Franklin Steel, retiring in 1986. He is survived by two sons, John E. Yeager and his wife, Bonnie, and Kevin A. Yeager, both of Franklin; three daughters, Kathleen Kilgore and her husband, Robert, of Franklin, Terry Macre and her husband, Dennis, of Hermitage and Kimberly Grant and her husband, Donald, of Franklin; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Mr. Yeager is also survived by a brother, Leo Yeager, of Roaring Springs, formerly of Cranberry. He was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Reese. There will be no visitation. A private service will be held at the family's convenience. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Visiting Nurses Association of Venango County, 491 Allegheny Blvd., Franklin. The Huff Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: terrimclain Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/2919.127.125.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hello, Thank you for you inquiry. Sally McClain in not someone I have come across in my research of the McClain line. I did do a census search, only to find Charles H and Bertha E as the parents of Bessie E in the 1910 census and Besse E living with her grandmother Irena in the 1920 census. Both census were in Jefferson county PA. Charles father was living with them in the 1910 census. Good luck in your research. Terri McLain 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JCoyne48 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/2919.127.125.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi Terri, I hope you can help me out with one person that has been eluding me for years. I'm looking for Sallie McClain, she married Charles H. McFail and had at least one daughter who was named Bessie Ellen McFail. I would really be interested in communicating with you on the McClain heritage. 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JCoyne48 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/2919.127.126/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi Kirby, Sounds like you my be able to help me with one of my relatives, who was a McClain. her name was Sallie McClain, she married a Charles H. McFail. She gave birth to a Bessie Ellen McFail in 1895 But i'm not able to find out anymore after her giving birth to Bessie. Sallie McClain was born in about 1861, not really to sure of the year. 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, September 20, 2008: Suzanne Treadwell Grove, Charlottesville, Va. Robert L. King, Garden Street, Emlenton Dorothy Jane Rodgers, Leesburg, Fla., formerly of Franklin Walter H. Whitling, Knox Suzanne Treadwell Grove, 82, of Charlottesville, Va., died unexpectedly Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, at a local hospital. Born July 8, 1926, in Williamsport, she was the daughter of the late Edwin W. and Ethel Orvetta Boner Treadwell. Sue jumped with both feet and confident determination into a life that took her to a challenging job in journalism, for which she received high honors. Some years later, she continued her higher education, graduating Phi Beta Kappa from Allegheny College and with a Bachelor of Arts cum laude in political science. Suzanne completed her studies with a Master of Arts in Russian studies at Syracuse University, where she met her husband. Sherman's work and their common interest in travel took them to the Middle East and points beyond. After Sherman's acceptance of a professorship in engineering at the University of Virginia, the couple moved to Albemarle County in Virginia. Always ready for a challenge, Suzanne shifted her focus from real estate to home building, and in 1975 founded Grove Construction Co., becoming the first woman builder in Albemarle County. For over 20 years, she produced homes of exceptional quality and used her desire to serve and her leadership skills for the Blue Ridge Home Builders Association. There she served in many capacities, including first woman in Virginia as president of a local Home Builder Association, and, in 1994, Life Director. She also had positions on state and national levels and was appointed to three terms by three governors to the Virginia State Sewage Board. Sue's interest in politics and the local community led to further opportunities to utilize her talents. Sue was known to have said that, in order to succeed, she had to "Act like a lady, think like a man, and work like a dog." Those who knew her expected her to speak her mind. Many also knew that "Mama Sue" had a heart of gold beneath her toughness, and that she would give with great generosity when she saw a need. Sue had a special affection for her companion-cat, Rambo. She is survived by two nieces and one nephew, Betsy Ross-Graham, Amy Ross-Ledva and Kevin T. Ross; and many special friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Cornelius Sherman Grove Jr.; and her sister, Nancy Treadwell Ross. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Caring For Creatures, 352 Sanctuary Lane, Palmyra, Va., 22963; or Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville, P.O. Box 7305, Charlottesville, Va., 22906. Robert L. King, 77, of Garden Street, Emlenton, died at 7:19 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008, at his residence, following an illness, surrounded by his loving family. Born Aug. 3, 1931, in Emlenton, he was the son of Joseph Richard and Beatrice Bell King. He was married March 14, 1952, in Shippenville, to the former Dolores Patterson. She survives. Mr. King had been employed for more than 43 years as a service technician for Columbia Gas in Emlenton, retiring in 1993, and he had also been employed as the sexton for the Emlenton Cemetery Co. for more than 15 years. He was a 1948 graduate of Emlenton High School. Mr. King enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a member of the Emlenton Rod and Gun Club, and he was a U.S. Navy veteran. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Kenneth King and his wife, Sandy, of Bristol, Tenn., Joseph King and his wife, Tammy, of Emlenton, and Steven King and his wife, Susan, of Emlenton; and one daughter, Karla Miller and her husband, Albert "Rick," of West Sunbury. Also surviving are one brother, Raymond King and his wife, Doris, of Fredonia; one sister, Jane Webb and her husband, Ray, of Emlenton; 13 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Roger Lee King; a daughter, Catherine King; and a brother and his wife, Guy and Louise King. Friends will be received from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Hile Funeral Home Inc., 1204 Kerr Ave., Emlenton. Funeral services will follow at 4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home with the Rev. James W. Kimmel, pastor of Emlenton United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Emlenton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Emlenton Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 371, Emlenton, 16373; or Emlenton Area Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 346, Emlenton, 16373. Condolences may be sent to localfamilies@hilefuneralhome.com. Dorothy Jane Rodgers, 88, of Leesburg, Fla., a former Franklin resident, died Friday, Sept. 5, 2008, in Leesburg. She was born in Wooster, Ohio, and she moved from Franklin to Leesburg in 1981. Dorothy was a member of Grace Bible Baptist Church in Leesburg, and she was a member of Mount Carmel Church on Pittsburgh Road in Franklin while she lived in this area. Mrs. Rodgers had worked at Polk Center before she retired. She was married to W. Glen "Tony" Rodgers, and he preceded her in death Sept. 5, 2001. Dorothy is survived by one granddaughter and her husband, Margaret and Mike Troup of Rocky Grove; two great-grandsons, Jeremy Troup and Joshua Troup, both of Rocky Grove; one great-great-grandson; a daughter-in-law, Bonnie Stroup of Rocky Grove; one niece, Betty Fleck of Leesburg; and one nephew, Dana Ray of Fruitland Park, Fla. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by one son, William Rodgers, in 1989; and one daughter, Donna Rodgers Shafer, in 1997. A local memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at Mount Carmel Church on Pittsburgh Road with the Rev. Bud Anthony officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens in Cranberry Township, Venango County. Arrangements in Florida were handled by the Beyers Funeral Home and Crematory in Leesburg, and a memorial service was held Sunday, Sept. 14, at Grace Bible Baptist Church in Leesburg with the Rev. George Mulford, the church pastor, officiating. Walter H. Whitling, 89, of Knox, died at 8 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008, at the Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice House in Shippenville. Born March 10, 1919, on the family farm in Ashland Township, Clarion County, he was the son of the late Henry Melvin and Ida Shirey Whitling. Walter graduated from Ashland High School in 1937. He retired from Knox Glass in 1984 after 47 years of service. He also worked for Selker Brothers at the Wentlings Corners service station for several years. He was a life-long member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church (now St. Mark' s Memorial Chapel) near Kossuth. Walter was involved in the Boy Scouts when his sons were younger, and he was a Pittsburgh Pirates and Pittsburgh Steelers fan. On Dec. 4, 1945, he married Sarah Elder, and she survives. Also surviving are four children, David E. Whitling and his wife, Karen, of Sandersville, Ga., Susan M. Deitz and her husband, Robert, of Transfer, James E. Whitling and his wife, Virginia, of Jasper, Ga., and Karen E. Ziegler and her husband, Timothy, of Portland, Texas; and seven grandchildren, David K. Whitling of Atlanta, Ga., Matthew W. Whitling of Leesville, S.C., Andrea L. Porter and her husband, Wesley, of Knox, Kristin M. Beck and her husband, Brian, of Richlands, N.C., Leann Geiger and her husband, Matthew, of Marysville, Wash., Jill E. Whitling of Charleston, S.C., and Christopher A. Ziegler of San Antonio, Texas. Walter is also survived by three great-grandchildren, David A. Whitling, Jaykeb Porter and Alyssa Beck; one sister, Bernice Kinney of Spartansburg; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, Walter was preceded in death by one sister, Myrna Voltz; and five brothers, Joe Whitling, Paul Whitling, Francis Whitling, Glenn Whitling and Kenneth Whitling. The family will receive friends from noon to 2 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Su nday at the David C. McEntire Funeral Home Inc., 504 E. Penn St., Knox, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at St. Mark's Memorial Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Mark's Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Pamela Mansfield, pastor at St. Mark's, and the Rev. Randy Evans, the VNA Hospice minister, officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the VNA Hospice Program, P.O. Box 668, Knox, 16232; or St. Mark's Memorial Chapel, 539 St. Mark's Road, Knox, 16232.

The Derrick, September 19, 2008: Claire J. Green, 101 Gilmore Drive, Seneca Michael G. Hudick, 436 Edgewood Drive, Franklin Larry H. Kells, 608 Penn St., New Bethlehem John W. Watts, Dillsburg Walter H. Whitling, Knox Claire J. Green, 75, of 101 Gilmore Drive, Seneca, died at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 at her home. A daughter of Paul and Frances Fulmer Gween, she was born in Turkey City on Oct. 17, 1932. Mrs. Green was employed at UPMC for 23 years as a cook in the dietary department. She retired in 1994. She was married to Richard Hartzell, who preceded her in death. She then married Lewis G. Green in 1986 and he died in 2002. Surviving are a daughter, Sherry Downes of Harrisville; three sons, Douglas Flinspach of Warren, Barry Flinspach and his wife, Donna, of Oil City and Richard Hartzell of Seneca; 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands; a son, Michael Hartzell; a grandson, David Flinspach; and a sister, Pauline Smith. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home with the Rev. Susan Evans, VNA hospice chaplain, officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Meadville. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 10 W. Front St., Oil City, 16301. Michael G. Hudick, 77, of 436 Edgewood Drive, Franklin, died at 9:40 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 17, 2008 at UPMC-Northwest in Seneca, after an extended illness. Born April 23, 1931, in Oil City, he was the son of the late Michael and Bernice Sekula Hudick. He attended Assumption B.V.M. School and was a graduate of Oil City Senior High School. Mr. Hudick was a veteran of the United States Army, serving as a Corporal during the Korean War. He was first married to Victoria Watras, and she preceded him in death in 1973. He then married Theophila A. "Tillie" Magdziarz Pokoj in 1976, and she survives. They were married in St. Casimir church in Erie by the Rev. Kacprowicz. Mr. Hudick had worked for the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board, retiring after 30 years of service. Mike was a member of the Assumption B.V.M. Church and St. Patrick's Church. He enjoyed hunting, working in his yard and watching the Pittsburgh Steelers. In addition to his wife, he is survived by the following brothers and sisters, Eleanor and John Marchibroda of Franklin, Dorothy and Max Ryczko of Oil City, Rita and Vern Youngberg of Geneva, Ohio, Adeline Andres of Franklin, Jane and George Bell of Oil City, Joseph and Nikki Hudick of Barnstable, Mass. and Robert Hudick of Erie; and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday in the Assumption B.V.M. Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday with Msgr. John W. Swoger, pastor, presiding. He will be assisted by Deacon Richard Reed of St. Patrick's Church. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Assumption B.V.M. Church, St. Patrick's School or to Venango Catholic High School. Condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com. Larry H. Kells, 69, of 608 Penn St., New Bethlehem, died Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh. Born July 14, 1939, in Eddyville, Armstrong County, he was the son of Harold Kells and Wilda (Shoemaker) Kells. Mr. Kells married Janet L. Hetrick on Jan. 18, 1957, and she survives. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving with the U.S. Army. He was a laborer with Owens-Illinois Glass Plant Inc. He was affiliated with Oakland Church of God. Mr. Kells was a member of New Bethlehem Lodge 522 F&AM. He is survived by his wife, Janet Kells; one son, David E. Kells of New Bethlehem; his mother, Wilda Kells of Longmont, Colo.; two sisters, Karen and Glenn Hobbs of Longmont, Colo. and Linda and Bob Gaudette of Lincoln, R.I.; one brother, Jerry and Helen Kells of Houston, Texas; four grandchildren, Brandi Truitt, Brice Truitt, Taylor Kells and Dane Kells; and six nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Kells; and two daughters, Traci L. Kells and an infant. Visitation will be held 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home with Pastor Jimmy Swogger of Oakland Church of God officiating. Interment will be at Mt. Zion Cemetery, Mahoning Township, Armstrong County. John W. Watts, 64, of Dillsburg, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008 at his home. Born May 28, 1944, in Mechanicsburg, he was the son of Norma Weber and the late Ervin Weber. He retired from Forklifts, Inc. and was a longtime member of Cumberland Valley Corvette Club and National Council of Corvette Clubs. John enjoyed auto crossing and road racing. He was a model train enthusiast and an avid NASCAR fan. John is survived by his mother; two sons, Kerry Watts and wife, Michelle and Cory Watts and wife, Elisha; five grandchildren; brother, Tom Weber; sister-in-law, Stella Bulkley; two nieces; three nephews; and fiancée, Janice Jones. In addition to his father, wife Gloria Watts preceded him in death. A memorial service will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12, at the Carlisle Fairgrounds, 1000 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle, 17013, T Building. Arrangements are under the direction of the Auer Memorial Home and Cremation Services, Inc. Walter H. Whitling, 89, of Knox, died at 8 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008 at the Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice House in Shippenville. The David C. McEntire Funeral Home Inc., of Knox is in charge of the arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Saturday in The Derrick.