My families of Clarion/Venango Counties are: ELDER, PORTER, MCKIBBEN (MCKIBBON, MCKIBBENS) 1840-1900 Laura ************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.com

Working on the following names from Clarion Co, and surrounding areas: BISH, BOWSER, DIETRICH, FERRINGER, KOHLER, STEFFY, TROUP, & YOUNG Bob

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: fshagan Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.cchs/683.10/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Would EISAMAN be a variant of EISENMAN? Paul Miller Ruff gives it as a variant of EISENMANN. Volume 3 of German Church Records of Western PA by Ruff gives the following on the EISAMANs: Children of Michael and Barbara Eisenmann: Anna Maria Eisenmann, b. 15 Oct 1808, baptised 26 Feb 1809, (godparents or sponsors: Jacob Muller and Anna Maria Muller) Harrold Zion Lutheran. Chatarina Eisenmann, b. 26 Jun 1806, baptised 3 Aug 1806, (godparents Christian Eisenmann and Sussanna Eisenmann) Harrold Zion Lutheran. Johannes (John) Eisenmann, b. 20 Nov 1810, baptised 17 Feb 1811 (godparents Johannes Gangwer and Maria Elisabeth). Harrold Zion Lutheran. Samuel Eisenmann (listed in index for baptism in 1811, but I cannot find the listing in volume 3.) Children of Andreas and Catharina Eisenmann Sussana Eisenmann, b. 13 Jan 1812, baptised 15 Mar 1812. Harrold Zion Lutheran. Children of Peter and Elisabeth Eisenmann: Esther, b. 29 Jul 1805, baptised 22 Sep 1805 (godparents Heinrich and Catharina Kock). Brush Creek Lutheran. Children of Nicolaus and Chatharina Eisenmann Sara Eisenmann, b. 8 Mar 1805, baptised 21 Jul 1805. Greensburg Lutheran. Source is "German Church Records of Western PA" by Paul Miller Ruff, a three volume set covering 1772 - 1820. All three volumes and the index are at the Clarion County Historical Society or are available for purchase from http://www.pa-roots.com/~baltzermeyer/Pages/librarymain.html, where I got my copies. 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: fshagan Surnames: LUTZ Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.cchs/683.9/mb.ashx Message Board Post: There are some LUTZ entries in Paul Miller Ruff's "German Church Records of Western PA". I have the index to all the volumes, but only volume 3 (baptisms from 1805 - 1812.) For volume one, the index lists "John Lutz" baptised in 1781 by Balthaser Meyer (the "school master") and John Henry Lutz baptised in 1784 by Pastor Anton Ulrich Luetge. For volume two, the index lists John, baptised in 1800 in the Greensburg Lutheran church, and Solomon baptisted in 1797 (same church). I didn't see any LUTZ entries in the index for the third volume. The Clarion County Historical Society has the books in its library, and they are available from the Baltzer Meyer Historical Society (see http://www.pa-roots.com/~baltzermeyer/Pages/librarymain.html) 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: dbby1253 Surnames: fasenmyer and siegel Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.cchs/683.8/mb.ashx Message Board Post: fasenmyers and siegel are both in my line all from fryburg 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.

HIMES, ROLL, SPACE -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Sun, 21 Oct 2007 12:17 am Subject: Re: [PACLARIO] ROLL CALL Clarion Co This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: dbby1253 Surnames: fasenmyer and siegel Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.cchs/683.8/mb.ashx Message Board Post: fasenmyers and siegel are both in my line all from fryburg 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. ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message ________________________________________________________________________ Email and AIM finally together. You've gotta check out free AOL Mail! - http://mail.aol.com

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: rellim61 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.cchs/826.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: james McFadden was one of the first 10 settlers to clarion County. My ggg grandfather William Young was one of them too. James Potter was one of them also. They all came from center County. McFadden was a nephew of one Michael Jack who was a partner with William Young in land purchased from the Penns. [email protected] 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: rellim61 Surnames: young Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.cchs/1346.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Do you have the name William Young? I understand from another post John Roll is buried there. They were two of the ten original settlers to Clarion. I was interested to find where Secedar is. I have relatives at Rehobeth. Johnstons at Strattnville are family. email [email protected] Tks. Steve Miller 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.

One of my ancestors is William YOUNG, not sure if he is the one you are looking for. I leave tomorrow for two weeks, on business, will return about 5 Nov. Write me and I will get back to you upon my return. [email protected] Bob

The Derrick, October 20, 2007: Leona C. Beer, Sugar Creek Station, formerly of Franklin Donald Keith Bills, Hollidaysburg, Clarion native Thomas E. Campbell, formerly of Emlenton and Callensburg Raymond A. Kellerman, Orchard Manor, Grove City Jack I. Knight, Knox RD (Huckleberry Ridge) Dixie L. Tainton, Sandy Lake Hazel R. Woods Wareham, Old Route 8, Polk Esther L. Weckerly, Parker Leona C. Beer, 83, formerly of 414 9th St., Franklin, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at 8:20 a.m. Friday, Oct., 19, 2007, at Sugar Creek Station, where she had been residing since 2003. A daughter of John S. and Marguerite Rice Reagle, she was born Aug. 31, 1924, in Franklin. She was a 1942 graduate of Franklin High School. Mrs. Beer was an employee of Venango County for 16 years, and she was serving as deputy treasurer at the time of her retirement. She was a member of St. Patrick Church in Franklin and had been a member of the Catholic Daughters of America. Mrs. Beer had bowled earlier in her life. She enjoyed gardening, wintering in Florida and spending time with her grandchildren. On May 5, 1945, she married Homer A. Beer, who died May 19, 1967. Surviving are five children, Mrs. Richard (Linda) Bixler of Harrisville, Mrs. Jack (Martha) Goodrich and Gerald R. Beer and his wife, Loni, all of Oil City, Mrs. Robert (Janice) Shull of Franklin and Samuel P. Beer and his wife, Nancy, of Wexford; and 10 grandchildren, Robert Sabousky and his wife, Tania, of Yorktown, Va., Christopher Shull and his wife, Jill, of Franklin, Barbara Anthony and her husband, Scott, of Gibsonia, James R. Goodrich, Shannon Lynn Balot and her husband, Joel, and Thomas J. Goodrich, all of Oil City, Phillip S. Beer of Pittsburgh, Richard Bixler Jr. and his wife, Kaylen, and Michelle Bixler, all of Harrisville, and Madison K. Beer of Wexford. Also surviving are seven great-grandchildren, Abbey Shull and Evan Shull, both of Franklin, Nathan Anthony of Gibsonia, Alex Burris of Yorktown, Va., Zaden Bixler of Harrisville, and David and Aiden Balot, both of Oil City; one sister, Mary Irene Shook of Franklin; two brothers, Frank Reagle and his wife, Marilyn, and J. Richard Reagle and his wife, Joan, all of Florida; and a sister-in-law, Dorothy Reagle of Franklin. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Beer was preceded in death by one daughter, Patricia Beer; one son, Richard Beer; one granddaughter, Jacqueline S. Goodrich; and one brother, James Reagle. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. A vigil service will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday in St. Patrick Church with Msgr. John J. Herbein, St. Patrick pastor, as the celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Patrick Cemetery Memorial donations may be made to St. Patrick School, 952 Buffalo St., Franklin, 16323. Donald Keith Bills Donald Keith Bills, 54, of Hollidaysburg, died Thursday, Oct. 18, 2007, in the Altoona Regional Health Center from complications of Lou Gehrig's disease. Born June 14, 1953, in Clarion, he was the son of the late Donald R. Bills and Shirley A. Bills. He was a graduate of Clarion Area High School and served in the U.S. Navy for three years aboard the U.S.S. Nimitz and the U.S.S. America during the Vietnam era. Mr. Bills was of the Catholic faith. In his earlier years he was employed at Owens-Illinois, the Clarion Holiday Inn and Martin's Independent. Mr. Bills was an avid sports fan, particularly enjoying the Cleveland Indians and Pittsburgh Steelers. He was married to Judith Prevish Bills, who preceded him in death. Mr. Bills is survived by four stepchildren, Tom Prevish of Trafford, Dave Prevish of Redman, Ore., Leslie Prevish of Milwaukee, Wis., and Kate Holser of Darlington; one sister and one brother, Michele E. Bills and J. Douglas Bills, both of Clarion; two uncles, Richard E. Bills and his wife, Sarah, of St. Marys, and Robert L. Bills of New Jersey; and one aunt, Kaye Snyder of Clarion. The Goble Funeral Home and Crematory of Clarion is in charge of arrangements, and there will be no visitation. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Clarion Cemetery. Thomas E. Campbell Thomas E. Campbell, 61, formerly of Emlenton and Callensburg, died Thursday, Oct. 18, 2007, in the Golden Living Center, Clarion. Among his survivors are an aunt, Blanche Sollinger of Emlenton; a great-aunt, Elsie Shearer of Parker; and a cousin, Arlene Kittner of Parker. Raymond A. Kellerman Raymond A. Kellerman, 93, of Orchard Manor, Grove City, died at 10:45 a.m. Friday, Oct. 19, 2007, after an extended illness. Mr. Kellerman had lived in the Emlenton area for a number of years before moving to Orchard Manor. Born Feb. 9, 1914, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Kellerman. He married Helen M. Hovis Kellerman, who survives. Mr. Kellerman was a heavy equipment operator for Central Electric at Parker with more than 30 years of service. He also worked at the Limestone plant in Boyers for U.S. Steel. Mr. Kellerman was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Clintonville. He enjoyed gardening at home and camping along the Allegheny River near Kennerdell. In addition to his wife, Mr. Kellerman is survived by six children, William L. Kellerman and his wife, Peggy, of Wilksburg, Tenn., Ronald Kellerman and his wife, Myrna, of Emlenton, Connie M. Thompson and her husband, Glenn M., of Harrisville, Leonard Kellerman and his wife, Barb, of Eau Claire, Daryl Kellerman and his wife, Barb, of Kennerdell, and Beverely Beals and her husband, Byron, of Tulsa, Okla.; two sisters, June Longo and Nellie Kellerman; one half-brother, Gene Kellerman; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Mr. Kellerman was preceded in death by one son, Robert Kellerman; and two sisters, Mabel Kellerman and Hazel Gumbel. Friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Larry E. McKinley Funeral Home, 109 Emlenton St., Clintonville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with the Rev. Sung Shik Chung, pastor of Grace United Methodist Church of Clintonville, officiating. Interment will follow in Clintonville Methodist Cemetery. Jack I. Knight Jack I. Knight, 63, of Knox RD (Huckleberry Ridge), died Friday, Oct. 19, 2007, at Clarion Hospital. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday at the David C. McEntire Funeral Home in Knox. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday. A complete obituary will be published Monday in The Derrick. Dixie L. Tainton Dixie L. Tainton, 60, of Sandy Lake-Grove City Road, Sandy Lake, died at 5:15 a.m. Friday, Oct. 19, 2007, at Greenville UPMC after a brief illness. Born Oct. 21, 1946, in Butler, she was the daughter of Philip Gould and Frances Hilliard. She married Thomas Tainton Jr., and he died June 9, 2004. Mrs. Tainton was a devoted housewife and mother, and she had worked with the Girl Scouts of America as a leader and outstanding volunteer. She had also been a Life Time Girl Scout. Mrs. Tainton is survived by two children, Tracy L. Horstman and her husband, R. Dale, of Manassas, Va., and Thomas C. Tainton of Sandy Lake; two grandchildren, Lee Ann Horstman and Kimberlyn Marie Horstman; two sisters, Pat Forshey and her husband, Dennis, of Potomac, Md., and Karen Gould of Farrell; and three brothers, Don Gould and his wife, Shirley, of Butler, Bill Gould and his wife, Dorothy, of Columbia, S.C., and Chuck Gould and his wife, Audrey, of California. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Larry E. McKinley Funeral Home, 109 Emlenton St., Clintonville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with the Rev. Jack Patterson, interim pastor of Ebenezer Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will follow at Peters Chapel Cemetery, Irwin Township, Venango County. The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to D.C.I., 631 N. Broad St., Grove City, 16127. Hazel R. Woods Wareham, 92, of Old Route 8, Polk, died at 12:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 19, 2007, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born Aug. 14, 1915, in McKees Rocks, Allegheny County, she was the daughter of Harry H. and Esther E. Beck Woods. She lived in the New Castle area in her younger years and had resided at her present residence on Old Route 8 in Polk since 1932. She was married May 31, 1937, to Stephen H. Wareham, who died March 26, 1998. Mrs. Wareham had worked at Loblaws of Franklin and retired from the Polk State School after 15 years of service. She had been the supervisor for food services at Polk. Mrs. Wareham was a member of Pleasantview United Methodist Church, and she had served as a deacon and trustee with the church. She taught Sunday school classes and was a member of the Women's Society of the church. She had been a member of the old Victory Joint School Board which is now part of Franklin Area School District. Mrs. Wareham attended the public schools in New Castle and also attended Wesley High School. She graduated from Franklin High School. She enjoyed crocheting, quilting, reading, gardening and baking and cooking for all of her family members. Mrs. Wareham is survived by three daughters, Mrs. J. Fredrick (Janet M) Updyke of Franklin, Mrs. Earle E. (Marsha J) McKinley of Emlenton, and Mrs. Joseph A. (Barbara J.) DeSantis of Rootstown, Ohio; six grandchildren, Stephen C. Ewing, Amber Griffen, James F. Updyke II, and Charles E., Daniel P. and Andrew J. McKinley; and six great-grandchildren, Joshua F. and Devin J. Updyke, and Ruthe J., Charlotte R., Colleen E. and Leo A. McKinley. Also surviving are four sisters, Mrs. Floyd (A. Ethel) Ford of Old Route 8, Polk, Mrs. George (Jean G.) McKinley of New Mexico, Mrs. Rollin (Dorothy G.) Reagle of Sandy Lake, and Mrs. Jack (Emelyn) Eakin of St. Louisville, Ohio; one sister-in-law, Mrs. June Woods of Franklin; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Mrs. Norman (Judith E.) Ewing; and three brothers, Robert E., Harold H. and William S. Woods Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Larry E. McKinley Funeral Home, 109 Emlenton St., Clintonville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with the Rev. Ronald L. Hankey, pastor of Pleasantview United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasantview United Methodist Cemetery, Irwin Township, Venango County. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Venango County Visiting Nurses Association, 176 E. Bissell Ave., Oil City, 16301. Esther L. Weckerly Esther L Weckerly, 78, of Parker, died at 5:40 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 18, 2007, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born Jan. 2, 1929, in Scrubgrass Township, Venango County, she was the daughter of the late Raymond Nixon and the late Lena Blanche Russell Wolford. Mrs. Weckerly was employed by the glass plant in Parker as a packer for 11 years, and she later worked as a baby bottle maker at EvenFlo in Tionesta. Surviving are one daughter, Wilma Weckerly of Hagentown, Pa.; one son, Ora (Bud) McGinnis Jr. of Hagentown, Pa.; two stepdaughters, Frita Haugh of Michigan and Paulene Thompson of Parker; one stepson, Michael Weckerly of Parker; one daughter in-law, Debbie McGinnis of Hagentown, Pa.; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Weckerly was preceded in death by her husband, Robert E. Weckerly; one son, Raymond Elgie McGinnis; one stepson, Jim Weckerly; and two sisters, Oliver (Margaret) Shaffer and Florence McMillan. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home, Wayne Street, Parker. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. Interment will be Monday in Scrubgrass Cemetery, Scrubgrass Township, Venango County. 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The Derrick, October 19, 2007: Donald Keith Bills, formerly of Clarion Kathryn Cathcart, formerly of McCleary Road, Clarion Robert B. Hart, Stoneboro James J. "Jim" Kaufman,Washington Street, Parker Raymond A. "Randy" Rossey, 105 Jenks St., Brookville Getting it right - James R. Jones Donald Keith Bills Donald Keith Bills, 54, formerly of Clarion, died Thursday, Oct. 18, 2007, in Altoona Regional Hospital. The Goble Funeral Home and Crematory of Clarion is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Saturday in The Derrick. Kathryn Cathcart, 89, formerly of McCleary Road, Clarion, died Thursday, Oct. 18, 2007, in the Golden Living Center, Clarion. Born Feb. 28, 1918, in Monroe Township, Clarion County, she was the daughter of Homer B. and Orpha Hepler Gourley. Mrs. Cathcart was a member of the Shiloh Presbyterian Church in Miola She was a homemaker. Mrs. Cathcart was married Nov. 15, 1938, to Ralph M. Cathcart, who preceded her in death July 21, 1988. Surviving are one son, Samuel C. Cathcart of Sigel; three daughters, Marlene Evans of Aliquippa, Mrs. Martin (Ruth) Anderson of Clarion and Mrs. Charles (Bonnie) Hendershot of Leeper; 18 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She also is survived by three brothers, Jack Gourley of New Bethlehem, Norman Gourley of Clarion and David Gourley of Reynoldsville; and one sister, Marcella Slike of Clarion. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Cathcart was preceded in death by one son, Donald Cathcart; two grandsons, Martin Lee Anderson in 1966 and Mitchell Lee Anderson in 1989; two sisters, Florence Gandolfi and Jane Girt; and six brothers, Noble, Clyde, Andy, Wayne, Bill and Robert Gourley. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Goble Funeral Home & Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in the Cedarview Memorial Park near Strattanville. Robert B. Hart, 81, of 1839 Jackson Center-Polk Road, Stoneboro, Mineral Township, Venango County, died at 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007, in Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born Sept. 22, 1926, in Hendersonville, he was the son of Charles M. and Amy M. Brink Hart. Mr. Hart was a 1944 graduate of Sandy Lake High School. He was a World War II veteran, serving in the Army Air Corps. Mr. Hart retired in 1992 after 43 years with Cooper Energy of Grove City. He was of the Protestant faith. Mr. Hart enjoyed hunting deer and turkey, going fishing in Canada and watching sports on television. In early years, he enjoyed playing baseball and softball. He also enjoyed his time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was married Sept. 27, 1944, to Lillian G. Beach, who survives. Also surviving are one daughter, Dixie E. Shrout and fianc,, Raymond Sanford of Stoneboro; one son, Robert L. Hart and wife, Susan of Greenville; two grandchildren, Mrs. Joshua (Michelle) Lentz of Butler and Eric A. Hart and wife, Jamie, of Greenville; two stepgrandsons, Ed Casteel and wife, Nancy, of Franklin and Alan Shrout and wife, Debbie, of Oil City; one stepgranddaughter, Hannah Borger and husband, Dan, of Arizona; three great-grandchildren; and five step-great-grandchildren. He also is survived by six sisters, Alice Moon of Grove City, Mrs. Robert (Doris) Carey of Jackson Center, Mrs. William (Jeannette) Sopher of San Francisco, Calif., Mrs. Donald (Rose Anne) Sloan of Clintonville, Mrs. Everett (Judy) Gilliland of Franklin and Mrs. Richard (Linda) Pryor of Kent, Ohio; and one brother, James Hart and wife, Carolyn, of Fredericktown, Ohio. In addition to his parents, Mr. Hart was preceded in death by one step-great-grandchild; a son-in-law, Eugene Shrout; one sister, Marilou Morley; and four brothers, Charles, Bill, Kenneth and Gene Hart. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Scott A. Black Funeral Home, 99 Franklin St., Stoneboro. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. David A. Dobi, senior pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Greenville, officiating. Interment and committal services will be held in Oak Hill Cemetery, Sandy Lake Township. James J. "Jim" Kaufman, 54, of Washington Street, Parker, died Thursday morning, Oct. 18, 2007, in Butler Memorial Hospital following a long struggle with complications from a brain tumor. Born April 1, 1953, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late John J. and Margaret Morris Kaufman. Mr. Kaufman was a 1971 graduate of Allegheny-Clarion Valley High School and earned a bachelor of arts degree in history in 1975 from Grove City College. He was a member of St. Mary of the Snows Roman Catholic Church in Parker. Mr. Kaufman was a well-known local musician during the 1970s and 1980s as a singer and guitar player. His love of fine wood working and stringed instruments led him to serve an apprenticeship in violin making under the tutelage of John S. Strauss in Salt Lake City, Utah, in the early 1980s. Mr. Kaufman returned to Parker and operated his own instrument and antique furniture repair workshop for many years before relocating to Southhampton, N.Y. He spent 19 years in Southhampton continuing his singing career while working as the acting manager of Herricks, a historical multi-faceted hardware store in the upscale village of Long Island. His recent years were spent in Parker surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Kaufman is survived by a daughter, Bridget Elizabeth Kaufman of Southhampton, N.Y.; a paternal aunt, Mary Catherine Kaufman of Parker, the family matriarch; a maternal aunt, Sister Jeanne Ellen Morris of Seaton Hill College, Greensburg. He also is survived by four sisters, Kathleen M. Kaufman of Salt Lake City, Utah; Jeanne Marie Kaufman of Pittsburgh; Madeline Havrilla and husband, David, of Monroeville; and Maggie Craig and husband, David, of Chicora; five brothers, Thomas J. Kaufman of Rockville, Md.; William J. Kaufman of Parker; Raymond J. Kaufman and wife, Amy, of Parker; Paul J. Kaufman of Parker and Edward J. Kaufman of Parker and his friend, Charlene; 19 nieces and nephews; and one great-nephew, Jack. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Monday in St. Mary, Our Lady of the Snows Roman Catholic Church, Parker, with the Rev. Joseph Bonafed, church pastor, presiding. Interment will follow at the Kaufman Family Cemetery on the family farm in Parker. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hile Funeral Home Inc. in Emlenton. The family requests that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society; the Visiting Nurses Association of Armstrong County; or to the Butler Memorial Hospital Foundation. Raymond A. 'Randy' Rossey Raymond A. "Randy" Rossey, 42, of 105 Jenks St., Brookville, died Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007, in Brookville Hospital. Born April 23, 1965, in Brookville, he was the son of Barry L. Rossey and Evelyn Neal Rossey, who survive in Brookville. Mr. Rossey owned and operated Computer Products Co. of Clarion for more than 20 years. He was the founder of www.ccybernet.com and wireless internet service. He was a member of the Mount Pleasant Independent Baptist Church of Corsica. Mr. Rossey enjoyed golfing and family. Surviving in addition to his parents are numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Visiting hours will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the McKinney Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Brookville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the Independent Baptist Church in Corsica with the Rev. Tom Blose officiating. Interment will take place in the Mount Pleasant Independent Baptist Church Cemetery in Corsica. Memorials may be made to the Mount Pleasant Independent Baptist Church, Main Street, Corsica, 15829. Getting it right - James R. Jones James R. Jones, 65, of 1022 Central Ave. Ext., Oil City, died Friday, Oct. 12, 2007, in the VA Medical Center, Erie. Among his survivors is his father, Robert Neville of California.

The Derrick, October 18, 2007: Laura Mae Kirkpatrick Brzoska, Kennerdell, Rockland Township Florence "Flossie" Dixon, Coleman Run Road, Cooksburg Alice Louise Geary, Clarion Marion Samuel "Sam' Goodwill Jr., Brookville Shirley A. Hepler, Shippenville, formerly of Marienville Linda A. Sterling, Rouseville Dr. Richard Stypula, Sharon The Rev. James H. Weber, Erie, formerly of Oil City Vernon Theodore Yount, New Bethlehem Laura Mae Kirkpatrick Brzoska, 81, of Kennerdell, Rockland Township, Venango County, died Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007, in her daughter's home in Middlesex Township, Butler County. She was born in Perry Township, Fayette County, on Friday, Feb. 21, 1926, to the late George and Anna Blanche Knight Kirkpatrick. Mrs. Brzoska was a homemaker and mother. Surviving are her children, Linda Susan (Jim Biedrzycki) Dreveniak of Middlesex Township, Butler County, James D. Brzoska and wife, Mary, of Richland Township, Allegheny County, and Louis (Debbie Rigby) Brzoska of Rockland Township, Venango County; eight grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. She also is survived by two sisters, Eulala McDeavitt of Ross Township and Janet Stawecki of Hampton Township. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Chester Brzoska, Nov. 4, 1999; and four siblings. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday in the Herbert R. King Jr. Funeral Home Inc., Route 8, 2841 Woodland Circle, Allison Park. A Blessing service will be held at 8 p.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Ken Oldenski of St. Richard Roman Catholic Church, presiding. Private interment will be in St. Stanislaus Cemetery, Ross Township. Florence 'Flossie' Dixon Florence 'Flossie' Dixon, 86, of Coleman Run Road, Cooksburg, died at 2:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2007, in Jefferson Manor near Brookville following a brief illness. Born Oct. 3, 1921, in Lilly Chapel, Ohio, she was the daughter of Fred and Mabel Rhyan Egler. Mrs. Dixon was a retired registered nurse. She was a member of the Mount Tabor Presbyterian Church in Sigel and the Order of Eastern Star in Hollidaysburg. Mrs. Dixon enjoyed playing bridge. She was married to Bill Dixon, who preceded her in death. Surviving are one brother, Robert Egler of Defiance, Ohio; four nieces and four nephews. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today in the Varner Funeral Home in Sligo and from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday in the Mount Tabor Presbyterian Church, Sigel. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the church with the Rev. Boyd Edmondson, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery, Sligo. Alice Louise Geary died Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007, in the Golden Living Center, Clarion. Born Dec. 14, 1911, in Clarion County, she was the daughter of James and Anna Over Crooks. She graduated from Clarion High School and Clarion Normal School. Mrs. Geary taught all eight grades in a one-room school house in Porter Township, Clarion County, elementary school in Redbank School District and retired from teaching in Boyertown. While living in Boyertown she was very active in the Good Shepherd Church, the Women's Club, Historical Society, AARP, Golden Age Chorus and Garden Club. Before moving to Boyertown in Clarion, Mrs. Geary was an active member of the Clarion United Methodist Church, singing in the choir and teaching Sunday School. She was a member of the DAR and Order of Eastern Star. Mrs. Geary returned to Clarion in 1990. Surviving are one son, William A. Geary and wife, Pat, of Clarion; three grandchildren, William A. Geary Jr. and wife, Marcie, of Mississippi, Michael Geary of North Carolina and Trish Shingledecker and husband, Mark, of Clarion; and seven great-grandchildren. She also is survived by a sister, Doris Ann Purinton of Clarion; one brother, Richard Crooks of DuBois; and two sisters-in-law, Bernadette Crooks of Clarion and Maureen Crooks of Titusville. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald and Paul Crooks, and one sister, Virginia Lewis. Visitation will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday in the Goble Funeral Home and Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Clarion Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church or to Aseracare, 231 Allegheny Blvd., Brookville. Marion Samuel "Sam" Goodwill Jr., 78, of Beech Avenue, Brookville, died Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007, in McKinley Health Center, Brookville. Born Aug. 11, 1929, in Oil City, he was the son of Mary Morrison Goodwill and Marion S. Goodwill. He graduated from Oil City High School. Mr. Goodwill served in the U.S. Navy from 1949 to 1953, proudly sailing aboard the USS Jarvis and was a veteran of the Korean War. He graduated in 1956 from Clarion State Teachers College, now Clarion University, and later earned his master's degree in administration from Penn State. His 30-year career in Pennsylvania public education included positions as a teacher in Red Lion, teacher and principal in Freeport, administrative assistant for academic affairs at Johnstown Vocational Technical School, principal of Hampton Township High School, and principal of Brookville Area High School from 1971 until retiring in 1986. Mr. Goodwill was an avid golfer and enjoyed friendships made through memberships in many organizations including the First United Methodist Church of Brookville, Pinecrest Country Club, American Legion Post 102, Armstrong Lodge No. 239, F. & A. M. of Freeport, Valley of New Castle Scottish Rite, and the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees. He was married in Winchester, Va., Aug. 24, 1956, to Gwendolyn Middleton Goodwill, who survives. Also surviving are three sons, David S. "Sam" Goodwill of Gig Harbor, Wash., Scott W. Goodwill and wife, Mary, of Mount Joy and Steven F. Goodwill and wife, Carol, of Ogden, Utah; grandchildren, Samuel Goodwill of Gig Harbor, Wash., Hannah and Caroline Goodwill of Mount Joy and Steven and Sydney Goodwill of Ogden, Utah. He also is survived by two brothers, Guy Goodwill and wife, Marjorie, of Oil City and John Goodwill and wife, Beth, of Magnolia, Del.; and two sisters, Virginia Womer and Helen McIntyre and husband, John, all of Oil City. Family and friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday in the McKinney Funeral Home in Brookville. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday in the First United Methodist Church in Brookville with the Rev. William Mick Chittester officiating. Interment will be in Emlenton Cemetery, Emlenton. Memorial contributions can be made to the First United Methodist Church of Brookville, 205 Jefferson St., Brookville, 15825, or to the American Heart Association, Northwest Central Pennsylvania Chapter, 501 Howard Ave., Bldg. D, Suite 101, Altoona, 16601. Shirley A. Hepler Shirley A. Hepler of Golden Living Center, Shippenville, formerly of Marienville, died at 4:40 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007. Born Nov. 8, 1934, in Marienville, she was a daughter of Dorcie S. and Madge G. Schrecengost Means. Mrs. Hepler was a member of the Forest Area Baptist Church, Redclyffe, Marienville. She was married Jan. 4, 1954, to Preston D. Hepler, who preceded her in death July 22, 2007. Surviving are six children, Pamela Stamper and her husband, Andy, of Hagerstown, Md., Douglas Hepler and his wife, Kathy, of Erie, Theresa Stamper and her husband, Herman, of York, Dennis Hepler and his wife, Susan, of New Bethlehem, Donald Hepler and his wife, Evelyn, of Old Hickory, Tenn., and Dale Hepler and his fiancée, Brook Kruse, of Marienville. Survivors also include two sisters, Belly Smith of Acton, Calif., and Vena Means of Florida; three brothers, Thomas Means of Crown, Lyle Means of Aqua Dulce, Calif., and Darrell Means of Saegertown; 16 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Dorcie Means; and three sisters, Delores Means, Mae McClintock and Avanell Combs. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Ronald McDonald Funeral Home in Marienville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Korona Say of Park Hill First Church of God in West Freedom, officiating. Interment will follow in Roses Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Alzheimer Disease Foundation in care of the Ronald McDonald Funeral Home. Linda A. Sterling, 60, of Spring Street, Rouseville, died at 11:15 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15, 2007, in the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, following an extended illness. Born Jan. 22, 1947, in Brooklyn, N.Y., she was the daughter of Martin and Emma Mehling Fig. Mrs. Sterling was a homemaker and over the years she had worked as a bartender in several of the local taverns. She was married Jan. 26, 1968, to Donald "Poncho" Sterling, who preceded her in death Aug. 14, 2004. Surviving are two sons, Mark Sterling of El Paso, Texas, and James Sterling and wife, Renee, of Fredericksburg, Va.; and two grandchildren, Tiffany and Mathew of Fredericksburg, Va. She also is survived by one sister, Barbara, and two brothers, Robert and Michael; and many nieces and nephews. There will be no viewing or visitation. A celebration of life, open to family and friends, will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday in Yoshi's Bar. The family suggests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society, Venango-Forest Unit, 10 W. Front St., Oil City, 16301. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Reinsel Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to www.reinselfuneralhome.com Richard W. Stypula Sr., M.D., of Sharon, died Tuesday morning, Oct. 16, 2007, at the residence of his daughter, Julie McCandless, in Franklin. He had been diagnosed in April of this year with pancreatic cancer. Born Aug. 27, 1926, in Wilmerding, he was the second son of Michael and Magdalena Nowak Stypula. He attended St. Leocadia Parochial Grade School and Westinghouse Memorial High School, both in Wilmerding. Due to his academic success in high school he left before the end of his senior year to attend the University of Pittsburgh. After one semester he enrolled in the Navy V-12 program, an educational opportunity for future naval officers, and attended Bucknell University for four semesters. The naval program ended with the war and Dr. Stypula was fortunate to be offered a position in 1946 in the freshmen class of Cornell Medical School, New York City, where he attended for four years. In 1949 he accepted an internship at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, and then served as a house physician at Sharon General Hospital through 1951 when he began his general medical practice. He was called to naval service in 1954 and served two years as a lieutenant and general medical officer in Kittery, Maine. Dr. Stypula returned to Pittsburgh in 1956 with his wife and four young children for a two-year pediatric residency at Children's Hospital, at the time still a relatively new specialty. His experiences there led to his lifelong advocacy of children and his profound interest in the developmental aspects of their care. He returned to Sharon in 1958 to start what turned out to be a 45-year practice as a pediatrician, caring for generations of Shenango Valley children. Dr. Stypula's respect and dedication to learning led him to become one the earliest pediatricians of his generation to recertify in the specialty. He headed efforts for mass vaccination with the oral polio vaccine in the early 1960s. He enjoyed immensely interacting with his young patients and their parents, primarily the mothers at the time. "Pediatrics isn't just pediatrics, it's helping the mothers." He took great pleasure in all the accomplishments his former patients achieved as adults. During his educational journey he acquired a lifelong love of reading that he shared with his children and his niece, Marguerite "Junior" Connolly Bissett. Dr/ Stypula was a past president of the Medical Staff at Sharon General Hospital and a 25-year member of the hospital's board of directors. The last 20 years of his life were spent being the devoted primary caretaker of his beloved wife, Julie, who had developed a severe neurological disease. Known for his compassion and dedication as a physician, he demonstrated vast reserves of these qualities throughout his wife's long illness. One of his greatest joys during this period was seeing and talking with his grandchildren. Dr. Stypula was an active member of St. Joseph Church, Sharon, where he was a eucharistic minister for many years. He also was active in the community, serving as a member and past president of the Mercer County Association for the Retarded; a longtime member of the Sharon Rotary, having served as its president in 1966; a former member of the Century Club at Pymatuning Lake; and a member of the former Sharon Country Club. His wife, the former Julia Olivieri, whom he married Jan. 5, 1952, died April 18, 2006. Surviving are a daughter, Julie Anne McCandless, wife of David P. McCandless, M.D., of Franklin; three sons, Richard W. Stypula Jr., M.D., and wife, Marie, of Pittsburgh, Michael C. Stypula, D.D.S., and wife, Lori, of Pittsburgh and Mark O. Stypula, M.D., and wife, Rita, of Marshall Township, Allegheny County; 12 grandchildren, Emma, Garrett and Claire McCandless; Christine and Merril Stypula; Alexander, Dominic and Julia Rose Stypula; and Daniel, Andrew, Vincent and Mark Arthur Stypula He also is survived by four sisters-in-law, Jean Stypula of Jeanette, Marguerite Connelly of St. Petersburg, Fla., formerly of Sharon; Martha Poli of Derry and Mary Nussbaum of Moon Township, Allegheny County; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, Dr. Stypula was preceded in death by a brother, Thaddeus Stypula. Calling hours will be held from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Friday in the J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory Inc., 1090 E. State St., Sharon. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday in St. Joseph Church, Sharon, with the Rev. Glenn R. Whitman, pastor, presiding. Entombment will be in St. Rose Cemetery Mausoleum, Hermitage, with military honors rendered by the Sharon Honor Guard. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Joseph Church or to the Shenango Valley Community Library, 11 N. Sharpsville Ave., both Sharon, 16146. Friends may e-mail condolences to [email protected] The Rev. James H. Weber, 89, former pastor in Oil City, died Monday, Oct. 15, 2007, in St. Mary's Home, Erie. Born July 18, 1918. in Erie, he was the son of the late Rupert and Clara Armbruster Weber. He attended St. Mary Parochial School, Cathedral Preparatory School and Cathedral College, now Gannon University, in Erie. He received a B.A. and S.T.B. from St. Mary's Seminary and the University in Baltimore, Md. Following his ordination Nov. 17, 1943, Rev. Weber served as a parish priest at St. Peter Cathedral and St. John the Baptist Church in Erie. Beginning in 1962, he served as pastor of St. Elizabeth of Hungary in Smethport and in 1964, was appointed pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Oil City, and also served St. Joseph in Sharon and St. Jude the Apostle in Erie. Following his retirement in 1985, he lived at St. Mary's Home in Erie. He served in the Pennsylvania National Guard from 1936 to 1938. Rev. Weber had served on the Board of Trustees at Gannon University; the Executive Board of the French Creek Council of the Boy Scouts of America; the Board of the United Way of Mercer County; the Rotary Club of Erie; the Priest's Senate; and the Finance Council of the Diocese of Erie. Father Weber is survived by one brother, Paul Weber and wife, Claire, of Erie; two nephews, William R. Weber and J.R. Weber; three nieces, Peggy Rodgers, Cathy Schwartz and Chris Podufal and their spouses and children. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Vincent Weber. Visitation will take place from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Brugger Home for Funerals, 1595 West 38th and Greengarden Boulevard, Erie. The body will be transferred at 2 p.m. Friday to St. Jude the Apostle Church, Erie, and will lie in state there until the time of the Mass of Christian Burial at 4 p.m. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery, Erie. Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Home or to St. Jude the Apostle Church, Erie. Condolences at www.bruggerfuneralhomes.com Vernon Theodore Yount, 84, of New Bethlehem, died Tuesday evening, Oct. 16, 2007, in the Clarion Hospital. Born March 25, 1923, in New Bethlehem, he was a son of the late William M. and Jennie Belle Truitt Yount. Mr. Yount was a United States Army veteran serving from 1943 through 1945 during World War II. He was a machinist with the Civil Service, working for the United States Air Force until retirement. Mr. Yount was a member of the Grace Baptist Church of New Bethlehem; the VFW and American Legion, both in New Bethlehem; and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees. He enjoyed his family and farm. Mr. Yount was married Aug. 10, 1945, to Kathleen May Beasley, who survives. Also surviving are one daughter, Barbara Thompson and husband, Jay, of New Bethlehem; six grandchildren, two stepgrandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. In addition to his parents, Mr.Yount was preceded in death by two brothers, William John Yount and James Earl Yount. Friends will be received from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday in Grace Baptist Church, Keck Avenue, New Bethlehem. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the church with the Rev. Robert Ryver, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in the Oakland Cemetery in Distant, Armstrong County. Memorial contributions may be made to the Clarion Free Library, 644 Main St., Clarion, 16214. The Rupert Funeral Home in New Bethlehem is in charge of arrangements

The Derrick, October 17, 2007: Florence "Flossie" Dixon, Coleman Run Road, Cooksburg Robert H. Ebbert, 1525 W. Second St., Oil City Charles William Gegogeine, Tifton, Ga., formerly of Oil City Richard T. "Dick" Russell, 121 Center St., Franklin Linda A. Sterling, Rouseville Florence 'Flossie' Dixon Florence "Flossie" Dixon, 86, of Coleman Run Road, Cooksburg, died early Tuesday morning, Oct. 16, 2007, in Jefferson Manor near Brookville following a brief illness. The Varner Funeral Home in Sligo is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick. Robert H. Ebbert, 87, of 1525 W. Second St., Oil City, died in his residence at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2007, after an extended illness. Born March 6, 1920, in Reno, he was the son of Clarence Andrew and Katie L. Hendren Ebbert. Mr. Ebbert was a graduate of Rocky Grove High School. A veteran of World War II, he served with the U.S. Navy Seabees in the South Pacific. Mr. Ebbert had worked for St. Joseph Church, Wolf's Head, Community House in Pittsburgh, VCHS for 15 years, the Cranberry High School Maintenance Department and Mooney Chemical. He was a member of St. Stephen Church, the Knights of Columbus and the 4th Degree Assembly, all of Oil City. Mr. Ebbert enjoyed being a Mr. Fix-it for family and friends. He also had been on the board of directors of VARHA. Mr. Ebbert was married Nov. 23, 1941, in St. Joseph Church to Wanda A. "Penny" Rekiel, who preceded him in death Dec. 1, 2005. Surviving are two children and their spouses, Robert J. and Eileen Ebbert of Oil City and Kathy and David LaKari of Oil City; four grandchildren, John Henry LaKari and Tom, Jim and John Robert Shreve. He also is survived by two brothers, Walter E. Ebbert of Franklin and Harold E. Ebbert of Stoneboro; two sisters, Clara Mitchell of Franklin and Sally Walker of Michigan; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Yvonne Ebbert; four sisters, Ina Culp, Margaret "Peg" Pritchard, Ruth Walker and Hazel Ebbert; and two brothers, Leroy and John Ebbert. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday in the Reinsel Funeral Home, Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Matthew Ruyechan presiding. Internment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Oil City. Memorials may be made to VARHA or to St. Stephen Church 2nd Century Fund, Oil City, 16301. Condolences may be left at www.reinselfuneralhome.com. Charles William Gegogeine Charles William Gegogeine, 60, of Tifton, Ga., formerly of Oil City, died Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, in his home. Born April 20, 1947, in Oil City, he was the son of the late William L. and Little M. Ritchie Gegogeine. He is survived by his stepmother, Doris Gegogeine, of Oil City. Mr. Gegogeine was a 1965 graduate of Oil City High School and a 1969 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. He served in the U.S. Army from 1969 to 1971. Mr. Gegogeine worked as a manager first for W.T. Grant store then Grandview Service Star, both in Oil City, then moved to Georgia to manager Food Lion grocery stores. While in Oil City, he was a Boy Scout and Cub Scout leader and Rotary member. Mr. Gegogeine was very active in the Odd Couples Sunday School Class at Grace United Methodist Church and continued to converse, visit and be visited by members of the class until his death. He was an active member of the Lions Club and Tifton Methodist Church. He also had time to listen to and tell stories and he never met a person he did not like. Mr. Gegogeine was married in 1969 to Norrine A. Simmons, who survives. Also surviving are three sons, James William of Athens, Ga., Michael Allen of Huntsville, Ala., and Christopher Brian of Warner Robins, Ga. He also is survived by his brother, James Glenn "Groundhog" and wife, Frances, of Oil City; three stepsisters, Pamela Grossman of Tombel, Texas, Deborah Warren and husband, Steve, of Peachtree, Ga., and Barbara Frantz and husband, Jay, of Franklin; one brother-in-law, Melvin Simmons and wife, Marian, of Johnstown; three nephews, William E. Simmons and wife, Jody, of Raleigh, N.C., Thomas A. Simmons and wife, Nancy, of Johnstown and Edward B. Simmons and wife, Julie, of New Albany, Ohio; and two nieces, Tara M. Chlander and husband, Jeff, of Browns Summit, N.C., and Tiffany Gegogeine of Rouseville. Friends and family will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 today in the Osenider Funeral Home, Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Bryon Myers, pastor of Grace United Methodist Church, Oil City, officiating. Interment will be in Rynd Farm Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lions Club Sight Program or to the National Ataixa Foundation, 2600 Fernbrook Lane Suite, 119 Minneapolis, Minn., 55447-4752. or to a favorite charity or church of one's choice. Richard T. "Dick" Russell, 76, of 121 Center St., Franklin, well-known former educator, coach and athlete, died at 4:40 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2007, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca, following a lingering illness. He was known by many names including Coach, Russ and "Ripper," but the one he cherished most was "Pop" as he was affectionately known by his eight grandchildren. Born Jan. 5, 1931, in Wesleyville, he was the son of the late Richard C. and Mildred Reichart Russell. Mr. Russell grew up in the Rocky Grove/Franklin area and always spoke fondly of the time he spent as a youth at the old YMCA on 13th Street, Franklin. He graduated in 1949 from Franklin High School and was a member of the school's championship football and basketball teams. The 1948-49 basketball team won the Section II championship and went on to the district playoffs and finished with a 23-3 record. Upon graduation from high school, he served four years in the U.S. Air Force and received his honorable discharge in 1954. He then enrolled at Clarion State College and graduated in 1959 with a bachelor of science degree in education. In 1967, he received his master's degree in guidance from Edinboro University. Mr. Russell was a respected athlete in all sports. During his career, he played baseball in the Hayrake League for the Re-Arm Team and it was during this time that he was given the name "Ripper" because of the number of home runs he hit. As a freshman at Clarion State College, he played varsity basketball. He then played for the local independent basketball teams of Schenck's, Franklin Elks and Franklin Re-Arm, with those teams rated as the best among the independent cage clubs in this part of the state. In 1958, the Re-Arm team went to the National YMCA Basketball Tournament in Salina, Kan., and advanced to the finals. He also served for a period of time as the coach for the American Legion Baseball Team known as Weston's. He started his teaching career in 1959 at the former South Side Junior High School in Oil City. He also was the junior high basketball coach at South Side for three years. In 1962, he was named the head basketball coach at Oil City High School and held that position until 1967. He then became the assistant principal at Oil City High School until he took a position in 1969 with the Franklin Area School District. During his time in Oil City, he also served as an assistant football coach. Returning to his alma mater, Franklin High School, in 1969, Mr. Russell became the guidance counselor at the high school and also was the JV basketball coach for one season. He then was named head basketball coach at Franklin High School in 1970, a position he held until 1978. His 1977-78 basketball team advanced to the district playoffs. He was out of coaching for a few years and prior to his retirement from education in 1993, he went back into coaching at the JV level for seven years. He truly loved teaching the game of basketball evidenced by his 23 years as a coach. In earlier years, he also was very involved in the youth basketball programs at the Franklin YMCA. Following his coaching career, Mr. Russell and his wife were loyal fans of Franklin High School athletic teams. Mr. Russell was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Franklin where he served on the board of trustees and also was a member of the ushering team. He was a life member of the Franklin Elks Lodge No. 110 and was a former member of The Franklin Club. Mr. Russell was an avid golfer and golfed on the Elks team. He thoroughly enjoyed the many golf outings he attended following his retirement. His family was his pride and joy and one of his biggest enjoyments was watching his grandchildren participate in their many athletic endeavors. Mr. Russell was married in the First Presbyterian Church, Franklin, to Teresa J. Keating, who survives. They were honored in early November 2006 on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary at a family dinner hosted by their children at Lake Shore Country Club in Erie. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are three children, Steven J. Russell and wife, Judy, of Havertown, Jami L. Sundberg and husband, Eugene C. Sundberg Jr. of Fairview and Michael R. Russell and wife, Renee, of Upper Saint Clair; and eight beloved grandchildren, Jeffrey and David Russell of Havertown, Matthew, Brian and Katie Sundberg of Fairview and Brittney, Mikey and Scott Russell of Upper Saint Clair. He also is survived by a sister, Judy C. Burk of Franklin; an aunt, Mrs. Ruth Cross of Tacoma, Wash.; two nieces; and many cousins. Calling hours will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the First Presbyterian Church; Franklin, with the Rev. Samuel Gibb officiating. Interment will be in the Franklin Cemetery. In recognition of his love of basketball, a memorial basketball fund has been established at the Franklin YMCA to help with the youth basketball programs. Contributions can be made to the Dick Russell Memorial Basketball Fund in care of the Franklin YMCA, 111 W. Park St., Franklin, 16323; the Kirtland Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 108, Franklin, 16323; or to a charity of one's choice. Linda A. Sterling Linda A. Sterling of Rouseville died Monday, Oct. 15, 2007, in Presbyterian University Hospital, Pittsburgh. The Reinsel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick.

The Derrick, October 16, 2007: Frank N. Barrett, Meadow Church Road, Cranberry Walter W. Hays, Route 38, Emlenton, Mariasville James R. Jones, 1022 Central Ave. Ext., Oil City Helen L. Ladowski Mszanowski, Oil City, formerly of Erie Marshall Joseph Michael Tyler, Bradford, formerly of Franklin Frank N. Barrett, 77, of Meadow Church Road, Cranberry, died at 3:53 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, 2007, in the Golden Living Center, Oil City. Born Sept. 22, 1930, in Cranberry, he was the son of the late Harry and Pearl Womer Barrett. Mr. Barrett attended Cranberry High School. He was a United States Army veteran, having been stationed in El Paso, Texas, in 1949 and 1950. Mr. Barrett was employed as a brakeman for the Pennsylvania Railroad, Penn Central Rails and Conrail for 36 years, retiring in 1987. He also worked as a truck driver for Kraft Concrete in Oil City. He attended the former Hill City United Methodist Church. Mr. Barrett enjoyed traveling, camping, walking and bike riding, working with his tools in the basement and being on his scooter chair. He also enjoyed going out to his wood shed to 'tinker' with things. He was married Nov. 23, 1962, in Calvary United Methodist Church by Rev. Womer, to the former Donna J. Showers, who survives. Also surviving are four sons, Robert Barrett and wife, Mary Ellin, of Lakeland, Fla., Michael Barrett and wife, Bobbi, of Jupiter, Fla., David Barrett and his fiancée, Judy Downs of Oil City, and Daniel Barrett of Cranberry; and a granddaughter, Amy Tobin and her two children, Kyle and Catlin Johnson, all of Leesburg, Fla. He also is survived by three sisters, Alberta Maier and husband, Phil, of Oil City, Beatrice Aikens of the Sugar Creek Station in Franklin and Sandra Dowlan of Shippenville; one brother, James Barrett of Jupiter, Fla.; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Barrett was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Catherine Weed and Doris Smith; and five brothers, Eddie, Clifford, Harry, Robert and Everett "Jack" Barrett. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Hile-Best Funeral Home, 2781 Route 257 in Seneca, Cranberry Township. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Hrisak, who was pastor of the former Hill City United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in Brandon Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Parkinson Foundation Inc., Office of Development, 1501 NW Ninth Ave. and Bob Hope Road, Miami, Fla., 33136-1494. Online condolences may be left by visiting www.hilebest.com. Walter Woodrow Hays, 89, of Route 38, Emlenton, Mariasville, Richland Township, Venango County, died at 6:50 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, 2007, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca, following a courageous battle with a lengthy illness. Born Dec. 17, 1917, in Mannington, W.Va., he was the son of William A. and Mila S. Cordray Hays. He was a 1935 graduate of Salem High School. Mr. Hays was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, serving as a staff sergeant in the European Theatre of Operations with the 4th Medical Battalion Company D of the 4th Infantry Division. He participated in the invasion at Normandy and was among the first American troops in Paris following the liberation of France. He was the recipient of the Bronze Star. He was the first World War II draftee from Salem Township, Clarion County, and the township's longest serving war draftee. He was a long time active member of the Salem Reformed United Church of Christ in Lamartine and had served many years on the church consistory. At the request of the church consistory, Mr. Hays accepted the mission of separating the cemetery from the church so that a cemetery perpetual care fund could be established. He succeeded at that mission and was the founding member of the newly formed Salem United Church of Christ Cemetery Association, serving that association faithfully for many years. For his accomplishments, he was awarded a lifetime membership to the cemetery's board of directors. Mr. Hays retired in 1982 following more than 40 years of service with Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, woodworking and the company of his family and friends. He was a gasoline engine enthusiast. Mr. Hays was a member of the American Legion Post in Lamartine. He also was a member of the Parker City-Allegheny Valley Lodge F&AM, the Venango Lodge of Perfection and The Consistory Valley of New Castle. He was married June 5, 1943, to the former Eleanor Laughner, who preceded him in death Dec. 25, 1973. Surviving are four children, Michael R. Hays of Shippenville, Donald E. Hays and wife, Sally J., of Baton Rouge, La., Linda H. Heineman and husband, Karl, of Seneca and Frederick W. Hays and wife, Carla M., of Emlenton; a stepson, William R. Miller of Smethport; four grandchildren, Mila M. Heineman, a student at Clarion University, and Laura K. Heineman of Seneca, a student at Cranberry High School, Emily A. Hays, a teacher of Charleston, S.C., and Sarah E. Hays, a student at the College of New Jersey. He also is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Gladys Master of Bradford and Mrs. Mary Ellen Couch of Lamartine; fiive stepgrandchildren, Randall Chontas of Baton Rouge, Troy and Trent Chontas of Pittsburgh, Isaac Miller of Malibu, Calif., and Jerod Miller of Smethport; and a number of nieces and nephews. In his final days, Mr. Hays developed a special relationship with his doctor and friend, Dr. William Fee, and caregivers Mary Ann Karnes, Terri Vannell, Marilyn Beers and Lindsay Hazlett. In addition to his parents and first wife, Mr. Hays was preceded in death by his second wife, the former Bertha Ashbaugh Miller; two brothers, Edward Hayes and Robert Hays; and two sisters, Marie Beels and Alma Chadman. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Hile Funeral Home Inc., 1204 Kerr Avenue, Emlenton, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday in the Salem Reformed United Church of Christ, Turkey City Road, Lamartine. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the church with the Rev. Chris Lewis, church pastor, and longtime friend of the family, Dr. Paul Fetters, professor emeritus of practical theology at Huntington University, officiating. Interment with full military honors will be in the Salem United Church of Christ Cemetery, Lamartine. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salem Reformed United Church of Christ, P.O. Box 2, Lamartine, 16375, or to the Venango County VNA Hospice, 176 E. Bissell Ave., Oil City, 16301. James R. Jones, 65, of 1022 Central Ave. Ext., Oil City, died at 11:20 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2007, in the VA Medical Center, Erie. He had lived in the Oil City area all of his life. Born Sept. 27, 1942, in Oil City, he was the son of Robert and June Fleek Neville. Mr. Jones was a 1960 graduate of Oil City High School where he excelled in track and field, football and basketball. He also was a member of the Tiny Travelers baseball team in his younger years. He served in the U.S. Air Force for eight years from 1960 to 1968 as a sergeant. Mr. Jones had worked for 10 years at Wolf's Head Refinery in Reno and after that, he was the owner in many other local businesses including G.J.'s Restaurant, Falco's Restaurant, Lil Shopper store on Grandview Road, Bumble Bee Construction and T&J Sales. He was of the Catholic faith and attended St. Joseph Church. Mr. Jones was a member of VFW Post 464, Pulaski Club, PNA and B.P.O. Elks in Oil City. He was an avid Cleveland Browns and Notre Dame football fan and enjoyed his dog, Patches. Mr. Jones was married June 6, 1960, to Judith Ann Burchfield, who preceded him in death Sept. 26, 1993. Surviving are a daughter, Vickie Ann McClellan of Oil City; a son, Tyler J. Jones of Oil City; four grandchildren, Bert L. McClellan of North Carolina, Andrew J. McClellan of Pittsburgh, Allyssa Rae Jones and Matt Caldwell, both of Oil City; and his companion of 12 years, Charlotte Koerner, with whom he made his home. He also is survived by a sister, Donna Anderson of Florida. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a stepfather, Howard Jones; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Burt and Dora Burchfield; a sister-in-law, Donna Burchfield; and a nephew, Rich Burchfield Jr. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday in the Hutchinson Funeral Home, 201 Bissell Ave., Oil City. A memorial service will be held at 4:15 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Shaw Farm Cemetery. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice. Helen E. Ladowski Mszanowski Helen E. Ladowski Mszanowski, 94, formerly of Erie and mother of an Oil City resident, died Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, in the Golden Living Center, Oil City. Born March 3, 1913, in Mlodojewo, Poland, she was the daughter of Joseph Ladowski and Helen Kinecki Ladowski Waderski. Mrs. Mszanowski came to the United States in 1923 at age 10. During her lifetime, she was employed by the Prudential Insurance Co., Shepard's Clothing Store, Robert Hall Clothing and Grygo Trucking. Mrs. Mszanowski was president for 20 years of the Polish Women's Alliance Group No. 515 and was a member of St. Stanislaus Church. She enjoyed crocheting since age 13, cooking for family, playing cards and flower gardening. Her greatest joy in life was her family and devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Mrs. Mszanowski was crowned the first Polonaise Queen in Erie. She was married to Casimir A. Mszanowski, who died in 1977. Surviving are her children, Casimir "Casey" Marshall of Erie, Attorney Conrad J. Marshall and wife, Betsy, of Great Falls, Va., and Barbara Reszkowski and husband, Jerry, of Oil City; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her stepfather, Joseph Waderski; a daughter, Dolores Ward; and her brother, Joseph H. Lasky Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Carl A. Slomski & Son Funeral Home Inc., 2101 Ash St., Erie. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday in St. Stanislaus Church, Erie. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Erie. Memorials may be made to St. Stanislaus Church, 513 E. 13th St., Erie, 16503, or to Venango Catholic High School Library, 1505 W. First St., Oil City, 16301. Marshall Joseph Michael Tyler Marshall Joseph Michael Tyler of 20 Tinadell Road, Bradford, died Sunday, Oct. 14, 2007, in Bradford Manor. Mr. Tyler lived in Franklin for 22 years before moving to Bradford in 1990. Born Dec. 12, 1937, in Philadelphia, he was the son of Brig. Gen. Marshall A. Tyler, USMC (Retired), and Mary Foy Tyler. Mr. Tyler was a graduate of Springfield High School, Delaware County, and attended St. Joseph College, Philadelphia. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps at the Naval Reserve Air Station in Willow Grove. Mr. Tyler worked for State Farm Insurance as a catastrophe team trainer and celebrated 50 years of service in 2006. He was a member of BPO Elks and a life member of Franklin Lodge No. 110. He served as state president of Pennsylvania Elks State Association 1987-1988. He served as a school board director on both Oil City Area and Bradford Area school districts. On Oct. 14, 1961, he married Evelyn A. Tyler, who survives. Also surviving are three children, Marshall L.Tyler and wife, Theresa, of Franklin, Mary Evelyn "Meme" VanEtten and husband, Donald, of Whitesville, N.Y., and Matthew J. Tyler of Newark, Del.; and four grandchildren, Stephanie Lynn Becker, Matthew J. Moretti III, Joseph A. Moretti and Megan Tyler VanEtten. He also is survived by two brothers, Harry Leonard Tyler of Norwood and Peter Tyler of Eagleville; and many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday in St. Bernard Catholic Church, Bradford, with the Rev. Leo Gallina presiding. Interment will be in Willow Dale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to www.firstbook.org or to First Book, 1319 F St. NW, Suite 1000, Washington, D.C., 20004. Arrangements are in charge of the Koch Chatley Gaeto Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 75 Kennedy St., Bradford. Online condolences can be sent at www.KochChatleyGaeto.com.

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The Derrick, October 15, 2007: Frank N. Barrett, Meadow Church Road, Cranberry Robert A. Greene Jr., 369 Sugarcreek Drive, Franklin Richard A. Harris, Inglewood, Calif., formerly of Clarion Arlene E. Hart, Bonita Springs, Fla., formerly of Oil City Walter W. Hays, Route 38, Emlenton Richard E. "Dick" Hicks, 745 E. Main St., Titusville James R. Jones, 1022 Central Ave. Ext., Oil City Robert "Randy" Mathews, Meadow Church Road, Cranberry, formerly of Frankliln Dorothy J. "Dot" Miller, Church Street, Summerville Raymond L. Proper, 316 Congress Drive, Oil City John E. Runninger, 321 E. Third St., Oil City John H. "Jack" Slike, Eastwood Drive, Clarion George Wike Jr., Pinellas Park, Fla., formerly of Clarion Memorial set for Roger Miller Frank N. Barrett Frank N. Barrett, 77, of Meadow Church Road, Cranberry, died Sunday afternoon, Oct. 14, 2007, in the Golden Living Center of Oil City. The Hile-Best Funeral Home of Seneca, Cranberry Township, is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The Derrick. Robert A. Greene Jr., 63, of 369 Sugarcreek Drive, Franklin, died at 8:02 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born March 2, 1944, in Oil City, he was the son of Robert A. Greene Sr. and Margaret L. McFadden Greene Irwin, who survives in Rouseville. Mr. Greene was a 1963 graduate of Oil City High School and lived in the Oil City area all of his life. He served as an airman third class in the U.S. Air Force from June of 1963 to July of 1964. Mr. Greene was employed in the V.R.S. Department at Polk Center for a number of years until his retirement. While working at Polk Center he served as the president of the Polk A.F.S.C.M.E. He was Catholic in faith. Mr. Greene's hobbies included golf and shooting pool in the Franklin Men's Pool League. He was married July 14, 2001, to Debra S. Green, who survives, along with his mother, Margaret Irwin of Rousevillle. Also surviving are two daughters, Kristen Ashe of Tucson, Ariz., and Kim Moseley of Wichita, Kan.; three stepdaughters, Lindi Sayers, Laura Nelson and Rachel Everhart, all of the Franklin area; five grandchildren; and six stepgrandchildren. He also is survived by one brother and his wife, John and Karen Greene of Oil City; three sisters, Marilyn Lineman and Susanne Warzel and husband, Chuck, all of Rouseville, and Jo Anne Tate and husband, Melvin, of North Carolina; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Greene was preceded in death by his father. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Hutchinson Funeral Home, 201 Bissell Ave., Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Ron C. Bole, VNA Hospice minister, officiating. Interment will be in Rynd Farm Cemetery. Richard A. Harris Richard A. Harris, 74 of Inglewood, Calif., a former Clarion resident, died unexpectedly Friday, Sept. 14, 2007, in his home. Born June 6, 1933, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Ida Rebecca Mahle Harris. Mr. Harris attended the Clarion schools. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Korean War from April 30, 1955, to June 30, 1961. Following the war, Mr. Harris was employed first in Tucson, Ariz., and later in the Los Angeles area as an aerospace machinist, lastly for the McDonnell Douglas Corp., retiring May 30, 1994, with 40 years of service. Surviving are numerous cousins in the Clarion, Knox, Meadville and Cochranton areas, and one cousin in the Denver, Colo., area. He was preceded in death by his mother, "Becky" Harris in 1982. A graveside memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Miola Cemetery in Miola with the Rev. Arnie Rhodes officiating. Interment will follow there. The Goble Funeral Home & Crematory in Clarion is in charge of arrangements. Arlene E. Hart, 80, of Bonita Springs, Fla., formerly of Oil City, died Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2007, in Bonita Springs where she had resided since 1980. Born Dec. 5, 1926, in Van, she was a daughter of Charles and Dora Linn Eakin. She earned an associate degree from Edinboro University in 1981. Mrs. Hart had worked in the educational department at Polk Center for 25 years. Prior to that, she held various secretarial positions in the area including Grace United Methodist Church. For the last 10 years, she was the administrative assistant for the First United Methodist Church of Bonita Springs. Music had been a great part of her life, having been an organist for several local churches and in Bonita Springs and she sang in several choruses including the Bonita Springs Chorus. Mrs. Hart had been an inspiration to all who knew and loved her On Aug. 24, 1945, she married Donald G. Hart, who preceded her in death June 7, 1997. Surviving are two daughters, Christine R. Silvis and husband, George, of Seneca and Susan D. Herrell White and husband, Eugene White Jr. of Bonita Springs; six grandchildren, Angela Bavuso and husband, Tony, Sarah Herrell Lu, Alison Carson and husband, Robb, Michael Silvis, Stacy Herrell and Steven Herrell; and seven great-grandchildren, A.J., Orrin and Chloe Bavuso, Dylan Lu, Aiden Ward, and Ashley and Trey Carson. She also is survived by three sisters, Dorothy Estep of Sacramento, Calif., Pauline Boring and husband, Donald Winger, of Oil City, and Lillian Etzel and husband, Merle, of East Aurora, N.Y.; numerous nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Hart was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert R. Eakin and Frank Eakin; and two sisters, Helen Grant and Ruth Evelyn Ziegler Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Byron K. Myers and the Rev. Pat Ellis officiating. Interment will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Maple Shade. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Bonita Springs, 27690 Shriver Ave., Bonita Springs, Fla., 34135. Walter W. Hays Walter W. Hays, 89, of Route 38, Emlenton, died Sunday evening, Oct. 14, 2007, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. The Hile Funeral Home Inc. in Emlenton is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The Derrick. Richard E. "Dick" Hicks, 73, of 745 E. Main St., Titusville, died Sunday morning October 14, 2007 at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. Hicks was born April 7, 1934 in Buffalo, NY, a son of the late William C. and Stella Dombrowski Hicks. He was formerly employed for over 31 years at Foster-Forbes Glass in Rouseville, Northwest Motors and Northwest Bus Service of Titusville. Mr. Hicks was a former member of Country Royals CB Association of Centerville. Dick enjoyed antique cars, going to car shows, camping and watching television. Survivors include his wife Marilyn Betz Hicks whom he married July 24, 1953 in Rouseville; three children Gayle Turk and her companion Michael Lange of Friendly, Nevada, Laurie Poole and her companion Jim Cordle of Lincoln, Nebraska and Bruce A,. Hicks and his wife Judy of Conneautville; six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; a sister Betty Schillinger of North East; a brother Paul Hicks and his wife Becky of Webster, NY; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law Edward Schillinger. Relatives and friends will be received Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Leo N. Hennes Funeral Home, Inc., 203 E. Main St., Titusville, where the funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday by Jacqueline Wagner, senior assistant to the pastor at First Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in Red Oak Cemetery following cremation. Memorial contributions can be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 1645 W. Eighth St., Erie, 16505. James R. Jones James R. Jones, 65, of 1022 Central Ave. Ext., Oil City, died at 11:20 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2007, in the Erie Veterans Hospital. The Hutchinson Funeral Home of Oil City is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The Derrick. Robert "Randy" Mathews, 52, of Meadow Church Road, Cranberry, formerly of Franklin, died at 8:40 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, in the Golden Living Center of Shippenville. Born Aug. 9, 1955, in Oil City, he was the son of the late Floyd and Hazel Miller Mathews. He was a 1973 graduate of Oil City High School. Mr. Mathews was employed locally at both Joy Manufacturing and Conair in Franklin. He also worked at Hi-Tide Marine Lifts in Ocean City,Md. Most recently he was employed as a machinist for Hards Welding of Seneca. He was a member of the Franklin Elks Lodge No. 110. Mr. Mathews was of the Methodist faith. In his earlier years, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and motorcycles. He very much enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Surviving are two children, Eric Mathews of Rockland and his special friend, Karen Harkless, and Nicole Hoffman and husband, Raymond, of Franklin; and two grandchildren, Abby and Evan, of Franklin. He also is survived by a brother, Ronald Mathews and wife, Ann, of Cranberry; a sister, Judith Mathews of Seneca and her friend, David Weaver, also of Seneca; two nieces, Kelly Mathews of Danberry, Conn., and her fiancé, Mike Debald, and Michelle Show, her husband, Bill, and their son, Cody, of Tippery; a nephew, Christopher Mathews of Battlecreek, Mich., and his daughter, McKenna; and Mr. Mathews' best friend, Denny Sharp, of Snow Hill, Md. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Donna McIver, and a great-niece, Alena Show. Friends and family will be received from noon to 1 p.m. Friday in the Hile-Best Funeral Home, 2781 Route 257 in Seneca, Cranberry Township. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Jack Winger, a retired Methodist pastor and cousin of Mr. Mathews, officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens, Cranberry Township, Venango County. Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of Judith Mathews, 463 Meadow Road, Box 813, Seneca, 16346. Online condolences may be sent at www.hilebest.com. Dorothy J. 'Dot' Miller Dorothy J. "Dot" Miller, 86, of Church Street, Summerville, died Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, in her residence. Born Aug. 28, 1921, in Summerville, she was the daughter of Calvin J. and Alice Ada Keller Powell. Mrs. Miller was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Shannondale. She was a former member of the Order of Eastern Star in Brookville. Mrs. Miller was a homemaker throughout her life and her hobbies included crafts, ceramics and cooking. She was married in the Shannondale Lutheran Church April 18, 1954, to Harold R. Miller, who survives. Also surviving are five nieces, six nephews and 18 great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Miller was preceded in death by a brother and sister-in-law, Calvin M. and Dorothy Powell. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Furlong Funeral Home, corner of Broad Street and First Avenue, Summerville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Zion Lutheran Church in Shannondale with Pastor James Steingass officiating. Interment will be in the Vandervort Cemetery, Clover Township, Jefferson County. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Zion Lutheran Church in Shannondale. Raymond L. Proper, 87, of 316 Congress Drive, Oil City, died at 9:20 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2007, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca, after an extended illness. Born Dec. 5, 1919, in Oil City, he was the son of Lee Roy and Charlotte Sweet Proper. Mr. Proper had worked at the Allied Barrell Works, Struthers Wells and last at Cyclops in the cold roll mill. He was of the Protestant faith. Mr. Proper enjoyed playing his guitar, was a gospel singer and did backup singing for Kathryn Kuhlman and her ministry. In the 1940s and 1950s he and his siblings sang on the radio and were known as the Radio Gospel Singers. He was part of the group which founded the Mount Caramel Tabernacle in Dempseytown. Mr. Proper was married Aug. 2, 1941, in Christ Lutheran parsonage to Pauline A. Kurschinske, who survives. Also surviving are two children and their spouses, Kathy and Walt "Gene" Harkless of Mesa, Ariz., and Vicky and Art Winters of Rouseville; four grandchildren, Lisa and Lou Morgan and their son, Adam, Susan and Matt Oberbrunner and their children, Megan, Hannah and Brett, Alicia Merrit III and her son, Dockery; Leigh Ann and Mitchell Alsup and their children, Rebecca and Jordan; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Proper was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Kathleen; three brothers, Alvin, Clifford and an infant, Richard Proper; and three sisters, Betty Witmer, Ella McClellan and Marie Bittenbender. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Reinsel Funeral Home and again from 12 noon until the time of services at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Mount Caramel Tabernacle in Dempseytown. The Rev. Robert Witmer, brother-in-law of Mr. Proper, will officiate at the services. Interment will follow in Sunville Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.reinselfuneralhome.com. John E. Runninger, 65, of 321 E. Third St., Oil City, died at 9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2007, in his home. Born July 7, 1942, in Pleasantville, he was a son of John and Alice Ashbaugh Runninger. Mr. Runninger was a self-employed painter. Surviving are a son, Tom Runninger of Harmonsburg; two daughters, Kathy Frank of Illinois and Rhonda Littlesky of South Dakota; three grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. He also is survived by two brothers, Kenny Runninger and Raymond Runninger, both of Oregon; three sisters, Beverly Thomas of Seneca, Louise Seeley of Pleasantville and Norma Schreckengost of Polk; one half brother, Tom Bowery; and two half sisters, Judy Bowery and Carol Bowery. Also surviving is his companion of the past 16 years, Helen L. Bosley with whom he lived. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. today in the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Olin N. Race officiating. John H. "Jack" Slike, 56, of Eastwood Drive, Clarion, died peacefully Friday, Oct. 12, 2007, in his residence surrounded by his wife, family and friends. Born Sept. 3, 1951, in Grove City, he was the son of the late John Henry and Phyllis Glosser Slike. He was a 1969 graduate of Clarion Area High School and attended Butler Community College. Mr. Slike drove truck for more than 35 years for several different companies until his illness. He retired from Transport America. He had a sense of humor and once he met strangers and told a joke, people thought of him as a friend forever. Mr. Slike was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Clarion and the Fraternal Order of the Knights of St. George. He was involved in the YMCA, coaching flag football and baseball and the McKeever Learning Center. Mr. Slike was married June 29, 2002, to Linda Dunkle, who survives. They opened their home and lives to many foster children and enjoyed having theses children as part of their family. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are two daughters, Amy Jo Slike and fiancé, John McDuffie, of North Carolina and Lori Lauer and husband, Chad, of Knox; one son, Damien Slike at home; two stepsons, Shane McHenry and wife, Silke, of Lucinda and Stuart McHenry and wife, Joey, of Fisher; and eight grandchildren, Braden, Jade, Nya, Emily, Andrew, Johnny, Kayla and Jason. He also is survived by four brothers, Rick Slike and wife, Sue, of Shippenville, Barry Slike and wife, Carla, of Boalsburg, Vance Slike and wife, Tammy, of Shippenville and Kevin Slike of Clarion; two sisters, Neva Fleming and husband, Dan, of Clarion and Vanessa Kriebel and husband, Bob, of Clarion; and the following brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Wayne and Marty Dunkle, Earl and Marion Dunkle, Ray and Bonnie Dunkle, Harry "Hook" and Kay Dunkle and Jan Smith. Mr. Slike was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Lori Jean Slike. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Goble Funeral Home & Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. A wake services will be held at 8:30 p.m. today in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Immaculate Conception Church, Clarion, with the Rev. Monty Sayers, pastor presiding. Interment will follow in the Cedarview Memorial Park in Strattanville. Memorials may be made to the Clarion Area Elementary McKeever Fund. George Wike Jr., 69, of 55th Street North, Pinellas Park, Fla., formerly of Clarion, died at 1:50 a.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2007, at Woodside Hospice, Pinellas Park, after battling a lengthy illness. In the spring of 2005, he and his wife, Marjorie, moved to Pinellas Park. Born June 6, 1938, in Strattanville, he was the son of the late George Harvey Wike Sr. and Rosemay Miller Wike. He was a 1957 graduate of Clarion-Limestone High School. Mr. Wike attended weekly services with his family at St. Nicholas Church in Crates. After working for Coca-Cola, Strohman Bread and ownership of McKean Beverage, Mr. Wike retired to his pleasured hobby of gardening. He was married in the Immaculate Conception Church, Clarion, April 30, 1960, to Marjorie A. Glosser, who survives. They were married for 47 years. Also surviving are one son, George Michael Wike and wife, Marsha, of Waterford; four daughters, Tammy Summerville and husband, Mike, of Cranesville, Sherry Wike of Labadie, MO., Darlene Rupert and husband, Rusty, and Kimberly Vance and husband, Kenny, all of Pinellas Park, Fla.; seven grandchildren; and one and a half great-grandchildren. He also is survived by two sisters, Marie Smith of Pennsylvania and Jenny Grady of Ohio; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Goble Funeral Home & Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in the Cedarview Memorial Park in Strattanville. Memorial set for Roger Miller A memorial service for Roger R. Miller, 54, of Colorado Springs, Colo., formerly of Clarion, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Fisher Fire Hall at Fisher. Mr. Miller, son of Dick and Grace Miller of Fisher, died Sept. 15, 2007, in Colorado Springs.

The Derrick, October 13, 2007: John "Jack" Allen Beck, Knox William R. Burdette, 1120 Jackson Center-Polk Road, Stoneboro Earl Chalfant, Franklin Minnie Pearl Girt, 114 Lowry Drive, Franklin Robert Miller, Irwin Township, Venango County Garth B. Peacock, Oberlin, Ohio Evelyn L. Rex, Golden Living Center, Shippenville, formerly of Elmo John E. Runninger, 321 E. Third St., Oil City Walter Ray Shaffer, Pittsburgh Helen Madeline Martone Woodward, an Oil City native Getting it right - Donald Ray "Donny" Garris John 'Jack' Allen Beck John "Jack" Allen Beck, 66, of Knox Road, Knox, died Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007, in the Clarion Hospital. Born July 26, 1941, in Beaver Township, Clarion County, he was the son of the late John Raymond Beck and Isabell Gibbons Beck. Mr. Beck was disabled, but prior to becoming disabled, he served as a security guard. He was married to Dorothy Ann Beck, who preceded him in death Jan. 11, 2007. Mr. Beck was a member of the Knox Volunteer Fire Dept., Knox Ambulance and the Knox Rod & Gun Club. Surviving are three step-sons, Weldon Ott and Robert Flowers of California and William "Bill" Gilbert Ott of Alabama; two daughters, Kathy King and Wanda Ann Wade of South Carolina; 10 step-grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by an infant sister, Peggy Beck; and a half-brother, Francis E. Gibbons. There will be no visitation. Funeral services will be held at a later date. The Goble Funeral Home and Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion, is in charge of arrangements. William R. Burdette, 81, of 1120 Jackson Center-Polk Road, Stoneboro, died at 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007, after a period of failing health, at home, surrounded by his family. Born July 25, 1926, in Mineral Township, Venango County, he was a son of Herbert L. and Cora I. Kilgore Burdett. Mr. Burdette was a 1944 graduate of Sandy Lake High School. A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Army. He served a four-year machinist apprenticeship with the Cooper-Bessemer and retired in 1981 from Cooper-Energy of Grove City after 32 years service as a machinist. He also operated a machine shop at home for many years. Mr. Burdette was on the Protestant faith. He loved music and was the last surviving member of the Rhythm Rangers country band that played throughout the region as well as on live radio. He also played with many other bands locally and for square dances, and was an accomplished musician on many instruments. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren, and enjoyed gardening, camping, fishing and hunting. He was married Feb. 10, 1949, to the former Shirley J. Engles, who survives at home. Survivors also include a daughter, Mrs. Cecil (Sandra) Snyder of Corsica; a son, Steven D. Burdette and his wife, Doris, of Stoneboro; three grandchildren, Jesse Burdette of Stoneboro, Scott Wilkinson of Brookville and Mrs. Robert (Gina) Theiss of Bloomsburg; and four great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, William R. "Billy" Burdette Jr.; two sisters, Esther Weaver and Louella Hamler; and a brother, Charles Lloyd Burdett. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Scott A. Black Funeral Home, 99 Franklin St., Stoneboro. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Kenton Shaw, minister of visitation at the Wayside Community Church in Mercer. Interment and a committal service will be held at the Hendersonville Cemetery, in the Village of Hendersonville in Worth Township. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Wayside Community Church, 81 Hartwick Road, Mercer, 16137. Earl Chalfant, 84, of The Caring Place, Franklin, died Monday, Oct. 8, 2007 at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born Jan. 23, 1923, in Knob Noster, Mo., he was the son of William Harold and Myrtle Madge Chalfant. He was a graduate of Knob Noster High School, attended God's Bible School and Greenville College for one year each then entered the U.S. Army. He served as a cryptographer in the Signal Corps during World War II in the China-Burma-India Theater from 1943 to 1945. After the war ended, he returned home and attended Clarion State Teacher's College, earning a bachelor of science degree in education. He later completed his master's of education and doctorate of education degrees from Penn State University. Beginning his teaching career at the Valley Grove School District as an elementary teacher, Mr. Chalfant went on to become a principal in the district then an elementary supervisor. After 16 years with the district, he completed his doctoral work and accepted a position as professor at Clarion State College, now Clarion University of Pennsylvania. He enjoyed supervising student teachers and working with their cooperating teachers in many surrounding school districts for 16 years until his retirement in 1982. Mr. Chalfant was a member of the Franklin Free Methodist Church until 1966, then the First United Methodist Church in Brookville. He was actively involved in the Kiwanis Club of Franklin for many years as well as the Oil City Motorcycle Club. He was a "jack of many trades," including enjoyed photography, mechanics and woodworking. He was an avid reader and loved to converse with people from all walks of life. He delighted in travel, antiques, the peace and quiet of his home in the country and nature. He strove to be a man of honest reputation with integrity in all he did. The passion of Mr. Chalfant's life was the restoration of antique Indian motorcycles. He was a nationally recognized expert restorer. He owned a 1938 Indian Four from 1952 until the present and restored many engines for others. Mr. Chalfant was the inventor of a special clutch for Indian Fours for which he was nationally recognized and which he produced and sold. He was the president of the Antique Motorcycle Club of America for one year and served as editor of the club's magazine for four years. He actively attended AMCA meetings around the country for many years. He traded an Indian chief to Steve McQueen for an antique Vincent motorcycle. He collected stationary steam engines, enjoying the Hit and Miss Club meetings in Coolspring. On Dec. 22, 1947, he married Wavia Alma Smeal. She preceded him in death on Sept. 5, 2005. He said of her in recent months that she was the perfect wife for him, and he missed her very much. Mr. Chalfant is survived by two daughters, Karen Denise Chalfant Hogrefe of Greenwood, Ind. and Rita June Chalfant Joyce of Oil City. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Sarah Michelle Joyce of Pittsburgh, Luke Patrick Joyce and his wife Stephanie of Michigan, Nicholas Earl Joyce, a student at Kent State University in Ohio, and Lauren Nancy Joyce of Oil City. Also surviving are two siblings, Marvin Chalfant and his wife, Norma, of Illinois and Thelma Chalfant of Missouri and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents and seven siblings. Viewing was held Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007 at the McKinney Funeral Home in Brookville. The Rev. Philip Chalfant, nephew of Mr. Chalfant, officiated the committal service at the Brookville Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3 at the First United Methodist Church in Brookville. The family invites that who knew Mr. Chalfant to share stories in remembrance of him. The family suggests memorials be sent to The Caring Place, 301 N. 13th St., Franklin. Minnie Pearl Girt, 71, of 114 Lowry Drive, Franklin, died at 7:10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2007, in the Meadville Medical Center. Born in Barrs Corners, Rockland Township on June 2, 1936, she was a daughter of Cleo and Leona Simpson Stroup. She graduated from Titusville High School. Mrs. Girt was a homemaker and enjoyed volunteering and cooking for various youth groups including scouts and 4-H. On Sept. 27, 1957, she was married to Melvin L. Girt, who preceded her in death on Jan. 12, 1985. Surviving are a daughter, Gladys DeLong and her husband Michael, a granddaughter, Joane "J.P." Beach and her husband, David, a grandson, Jon DeLong, a great grandson, Dawson Beach, all of Franklin, and a faithful friend, Fancy. Other survivors include a faithful crochet needle and handmade afghans throughout the country. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with the Rev. Bill Maher of the Christ Community Church, Oil City, officiating. Interment will be in Franklin Cemetery. The family suggests donations be made to the Venango County Humane Society, Deep Hollow Road, Franklin, or the Pulmonary Hypertension Assoc., 801 Roeder Road, Suite 400, Silver Spring, Md., 20910. Robert Miller, 80, of Irwin Township, Venango County, died at 8:35 a.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2007, at UPMC Northwest, Seneca, following an extended illness. Born Aug. 27, 1927, in Grove City, he was a son of Samuel and Ethel Dykstra Miller. A veteran of World War II, he served with the U.S. Army Air Force. Mr. Miller retired in 1989 from Cooper Energy Services, where he was a machinist for 39 1/2 years. Prior to that he worked as a farmer for different farms. He was a member of the Barkeyville United Methodist Church in Barkeyville. Mr. Miller was a Boy Scout leader of Troop 127 of Barkeyville for many years and served as president of the Barkeyville Cemetery Association. He was married Dec. 15, 1947, to the former Eleanora M. Robinson, who survives. Survivors also include four children, Charlotte Gengler and her husband, Richard, of Canfield, Ohio, Robert M. "Mike" Miller of Grove City, Gregory L. Miller of Irwin Township, Venango County, and Col. Christopher L. Miller of Stuttgart, Germany; two grandchildren, Robert Samuel Miller and Marcia L. Miller; and one great-grandchild, Kaiden Daniel Miller. Also surviving are two brothers, John Miller and his wife, Mary Lou, and Donald Miller and his wife, Helen, all of Grove City, In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Winger and Katherine Keck; and three brothers, William, George and Joseph Miller. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the Cunningham Funeral Home, 306 Bessemer Ave., Grove City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the Barkeyville United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Stephanie Thompson, pastor of the church, officiating. Interment will be in Barkeyville Cemetery, Barkeyville. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Barkeyville United Methodist Church building fund, 5420 Pittsburgh Road, Barkeyville, 16038. Garth B. Peacock, 79, father of an Oil City resident, died Sunday, Oct. 7, 2007, at Welcome Nursing Home in Oberlin, Ohio. Born June 26, 1928, in Protection, Kan., he was a son of the late Jack and Gladys Peacock. A veteran of the Korean War, he served with the U.S. Army. He received his bachelor's degree in music in 1951 and his master's of music in 1955 from the Oberlin Conservatory of Music. He taught at Southwestern College and Knox College and then was professor of organ at Oberlin College from 1959 until his retirement in 1991. He was a beloved teacher and accomplished organist and served as an organist choir director at several churches. He was a member of Christ Church, Episcopal in Oberlin and had volunteered at Eastwood Elementary and Allen Medical Center. Surviving are five children, Linda Pierce of Troy, Mich., Elaine Armstrong of Oil City, Ross Peacock of Oberlin, Laura Cotton of Elyria, Ohio, and Mark Peacock of Hilliard, Ohio. Survivors also include 13 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and a sister, Jackie Jakubowski of Tulsa, Okla. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Jean L. in 2006; and a grandson, Garth Alexander. A private burial was conducted Oct. 11 and a memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Christ Church, Epsicopal, South Main Street, Oberlin, with the Rev. Brian K, Wilbert officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Church, Episcopal, South Main Street, Oberlin, or the Oberlin Conservatory of Music Organ Department, Department of Development, 50 W. Lorain St., Oberlin, Ohio 44074. Evelyn L. Rex, 77, of Golden Living Center, Shippenville, formerly of Elmo, died at 6 a.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2007, at the Golden Living Center. Born March 19, 1930, in Reidsburg, Clarion County, she was the daughter of the late John and Anna Howe Deitz. Mrs. Rex graduated from Ashland High School. She was a homemaker and with her husband ran Rex's Grocery Store in Elmo for 35 years. She attended Trinity Evangelical Church in Fern. Mrs. Rex was devoted to her family. She was married on Sept. 6, 1949, to Paul W. Rex, who preceded her in death in 2004. Surviving are a daughter, Carol Black and her husband, Bill, of Cranberry RD; three sons, Dave Rex and companion, Lori Condon, of Elmo, Gary Rex and his wife, Rhonda, of Helen Furnace and Rick Rex and his wife, Chris, of State College. Survivors also include 11 grandchildren, Ben Black and his wife, Carol, Jake Black and his wife, Leigh, Becky Patsy, Ashley Rex and Joey Rex, all of Elmo, Brady Rex and his wife, Jessica, of Ridgeway, Andy Rex and his wife, Jamie, of New Bethlehem, Luke Rex and his wife, Jessica, of Greenville, and Taylor Rex, Tanner Rex and Halle Rex, all of State College. Also surviving are seven great-grandchildren, Samantha Black, Sarah Black, Corra Black, Bella Black, Cole Patsy, Cody Patsy and Jared Rex; a daughter-in-law, Barb Rex of Elmo; two sisters, Ruth Rex of Polk and Betty Wagner and her husband, John, of Venus; a brother, Ronald "Pug" Deitz of Bradford; a sister-in-law, Eleanor Kurtzhals of Shippenville; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Rex was preceded in death by six sisters, Margaret Wagner, Clara Saylor, Edna Stefanko, Ida Deitz, Mary Clark and Laura Cochran; and six brothers, Willis Deitz, Charles Deitz, Albert Deitz, John Deitz, Louie Deitz and Elmer "Tub" Deitz. Friends may call from noon to 2 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the David C. McEntire Funeral Home, 504 E. Penn St., Knox, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at the Fern Trinity Evangelical Congregational Church in Fern. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. in the church with the Rev. Mark Micklos, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the Knox Public Library, Knox, 16232, or to the Trinity Evangelical Congregational Church, 699 Golf Course Road, Cranberry, 16319. John E. Runninger John E. Runninger, 65, of 321 E. Third St., Oil City, died at 9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2007, in his home. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Monday. Walter Ray Shaffer Jr. Walter Ray Shaffer, 65, of Pittsburgh, died Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007. He was the son of the late Walter and Rose Shaffer. He is survived by his wife, Ruth and two daughters, Diane Shaffer and Debbie Clark and her husband, Andy; and six step-children, Dan Wright and his wife, Paula, Denise Fox and her husband, Kevin, Donna O'Leary and her husband, Cliff, Mary Ann Wright, Beth Fulmer and her husband, Bo, and Vivian Seaman and her husband, Duane; 21 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Survivors also include four brothers, Ron, and his wife, Sue, Roy, Roger and his wife, Kevan, and Randy and his wife, Darlene, Shaffer; and a step-brother and his wife, Harvey and Gloria Stroop. He was preceded in death by a son, Duane Shaffer. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Robert P. Karish Funeral Home, Brinton Road and Fourth Street, Braddock Hills, (412) 271-3430. A blessing service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Helen Madeline Martone Woodward Helen Madeline (Martone) Woodward, 83, passed away on Thursday, Oct 4, 2007, with her family by her side. Born in Oil City, she was a daughter of late Anthony and Louise Martone. She was educated in Oil City, graduating in 1942, and was a communicant of Our Lady Help of Christian Church. She married Frederick "Whitey" Woodward in 1947, and they settled in California that same year. They remained in California for more than 60 years, living in Southern California then retiring to Nevada City and Grass Valley in the late 1970s. Mrs. Woodward was an avid antique collector in her earlier years; she also enjoyed reading and travel. One of the most memorable events in her life was a trip to Italy with her sister, brother-in-law and brother to visit the homeland and family of her parents. Surviving are a daughter, Linda Willey and her husband, Bert, of South Hadley, Mass.; a, son, John Woodward and his wife, Jan Fried Woodward, of Honolulu, Hawaii; two sisters, Louise Sobina and Arlene Topping of Oil City; a brother, Joseph Martone and his wife, Pat, of Erie; two grandchildren, Miles and Misha Woodward; a great-grandson; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1996. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her sister, Josephine Miller, and brothers, Anthony and Peter Martone. A private graveside ceremony will be held in Meadville. The family suggests memorial donations be made to a local hospice. Getting it right - Donald Ray "Donny" Garris Donald Ray "Donny" Garris, 73, of Lexington, Ky., who grew up in Knox, died at 2:15 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007. Mr. Garris served in the U.S. Army and with the National Guard and received the Good Conduct Medal.

The Derrick, October 12, 2007: John Allen Beck, Knox Road, Knox Alice M. Ekis, Titusville, formerly of Marienville Rita M. Kokai, East Palestine, Ohio, formerly of Oil City Sandra L. McChesney, West Hickory Richard R. Redick, Eau Claire Margery Jane Bowsman Valimont, Mount Union Getting it right - Sandra Lee Yocum John Allen Beck John Allen Beck, 66, of Knox Road, Knox, died Thursday evening, Oct. 11, 2007, in Clarion Hospital. The Goble Funeral Home and Crematory of Clarion is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Saturday in The Derrick. Alice M. Ekis, 90, formerly of Marienville, died early Wednesday evening, Oct. 10, 2007, in the Golden Living Center, Titusville, where she resided. Born May 15, 1917, in Forest County, she was the daughter of William and Iva Hetrick Reed. Mrs. Ekis worked for Knox Glass in Marienville and retired around 1965. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Marienville VFW. Surviving are a son, Robert D. Allio and his wife, Nancy, of Cooperstown; a daughter, Janice Irwin and her husband, Russ, of Warren; seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant daughter and two infant brothers. Friends and family may call from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday in the Borland Funeral Home Inc. in Leeper. funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Dan Cupp, a Nazarene minister and son-in-law of Robert Allio, officiating. Interment will follow in the Redclyffe Cemetery. Rita M. Kokai, 89, a resident of East Palestine, Ohio, formerly of Oil City, died Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007, in Hospice House of Poland, Ohio. Born April 23, 1918, in Oil City, she was a daughter of William J. and Florence W. Hopwood Tobin. She was a 1937 graduate of Oil City Senior High School. Mrs. Kokai was a member of St. Stephen Church. She was a past member of the Rosary-Altar Society and the Monday Afternoon Club. She had been a cafeteria worker at St Stephen School. On Jan. 24, 1942, she was married in St. Stephen Church to John L. Kokai, who preceded her in death April 10, 1990. Surviving are four daughters, Martha Bukolt and husband, Don, of Oil City, Wilma Stalter and husband, Zane, of East Palestine, Ohio, Mary Devaney and husband, Tom, of Lynnfield, Mass., and Karen Lamson of Butler; five grandchildren, Christine Moyer of Erie, Jeffrey Bukolt of Del Rio, Texas, Ryan Devaney of Charlotte, N.C., Maura Devaney of Newark, Del., and Caralyn Devaney of Lynnfield, Mass.; and six great-grandchildren. She also is survived by one brother, Robert Tobin of Lincoln University, Pa.; and two sisters, Helen Stroupe of Oil City and Mildred Stanton of Michigan City, Ind. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Kokai was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Tobin; and three sisters, Marian Wierbinski, Sister Joan Tobin, O.S.B., and Ella Miller. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Morrison Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday in St. Stephen Church. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to Hospice of the Valley, 5190 Market St., Youngstown, Ohio, 44512. Sandra L. McChesney Sandra L. McChesney, 62, of West Hickory, died Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007, in her home in Harmony Township, Forest County. Born Feb. 20, 1945, in Titusville, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Geraldine Howell Wilson. Mrs. McChesney enjoyed sewing, crafts and spending time with her family. Surviving are two sons, Scott A. McChesney of Martinez, Ga., and Kent E. McChesney of Charlotte, N.C.; three grandchildren, Andria, Taylor and Mayson; and a companion, Douglas Swires. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene McChesney. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, in the West Hickory United Methodist Church. Interment will be in the West Hickory Cemetery, West Hickory. Arrangements are under the direction of the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home of Tionesta. Richard R. Redick Richard R. Redick, 68, of Eau Claire, who is survived by three sisters, five brothers and numerous nieces and nephews, died Wednesday evening, Oct. 10, 2007, in Clepper Manor Care Center, Sharon, following an extended illness. Margery Jane Bowsman Valimont Margery Jane Bowsman Valimont, 86, of Mount Union, died Wednesday, Oct, 10, 2007, in Woodland Retirement Center in Orbisonia. Born in 1921, she was the daughter of Charles Wilson Bowsman and Louise Elizabeth Staehle Bowsman. She was a graduate of Mount Union High School. Mrs. Valimont retired as an employee of the Department of Public Welfare in Huntingdon. She was a member of St. Catherine Catholic Church and the Catholic Daughters of the Americas in Mount Union. Mrs. Valimont's hobbies included knitting, crocheting, cooking, gardening, genealogy, reading, ceramics and traveling, especially bus trips. She was married in Mount Union Dec. 25, 1944, to Dean L. Valimont, who survives. Also surviving are two children, Dottie Valimont of Oil City and Mike Valimont and wife, Kim, of Mount Union; three grandchildren, Elijah Valimont of Franklin, Tenn., Noel Cramer of Huntingdon and Marc Valimont of Mount Union; and three great-grandchildren, Alex Vasquez, Carson Cramer and Callie Cramer. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, 61 E. Shirley St., Mount Union. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Catherine Catholic Church, Mount Union. Interment will be in the Mount Union Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia, 17243. Getting it right - Sandra Lee Yocum Sandra Lee Yocum, 71, of 205 Woodland Drive, Oil City, died at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2007, in her daughter's residence, 18 S. Walnut St., Lewistown. Mrs. Yocum was a 1953 graduate of Lewistown High School. The Heller-Hoenstine Woodlawn Funeral Home, 200 N. Main St., Lewistown, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Humane Society of the United [email protected] or to a charity of one's choice.

The Derrick, October 11, 2007: Charles L. Baker, 1201 Riverside Drive, Oil City Alice M. Ekis, formerly of Marienville Donald Ray Garris, 73, of Lexington, Ky., formerly of Knox Rita M. Kokai, East Palestine, Ohio, formerly of Oil City Eleanor M. Moore, Knox Jamie Manning Munoz, New Bethlehem, Franklin native Wanda A. Panchak, 7 E. Second St., Oil City Michael E. "Mike" Shaughnessy, Wichita Falls, Texas, formerly of Oil City Charles L. Baker, 73, of 1201 Riverside Drive, Oil City, died at 2:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born April 22, 1934, in Franklin, he was a son of Harold O. and Harriet Patton Baker. Mr. Baker retired for health reasons from Pennzoil where he was a truck driver. On Nov. 15, 1956, he married the former Donna Heckathorne, who survives. Also surviving are five daughters, Cindy Myers and husband, Tom, Terri Blauser and Teresa Baker, all of Oil City, and Betsy Emick and Ann Kline and husband, Michael, all of Franklin; six grandchildren, Christine Metzgar, Thomas Myers, Matthew Emick, Carrie Emick, Lindsay Kline and Becca Kline; and two great-granddaughters, Jaeyla Myers and Graci Metzgar. He also is survived by two brothers-in-law, Jack Slye of Cranberry and Bill Heckathorne and wife, Janet, of Bellefonte; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Baker was preceded in death by five sisters, Ruth Skokowski, Betty Flick, Violet Phillips, Helen Nurss and Dorothy Jean Baker, who died in infancy; and three brothers, Harold Baker, Richard Baker and Kenneth Baker. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Morrison Funeral Home, Oil City. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Brandon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the American Diabetes Association or to the VNA Foundation. Alice M. Ekis Alice M. Ekis, 90, formerly of Marienville, died Wednesday evening, Oct. 10, 2007, in the Golden Living Center, Titusville. The Borland Funeral Home Inc. of Leeper is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Friday in The Derrick. Donald Ray Garris, 73, of Lexington, Ky., formerly of Knox, known as "Donny" to his friends and family in Knox where he grew up, died at 2:15 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007. Born Nov. 12, 1933, in Monroe, he was a son of the late Charles Raymond and Mary E. Garris. He was a United States Army veteran serving from 1954 through 1956 and also served several years with the National Guard. He was a sergeant and was stationed in Fort Benning, Ga., as a tank commander and instructor. He was awarded several medals including the Medal of Honor. Mr. Garris graduated in 1960 from DeVry Technical Institute in Chicago, Ill., with a degree in electronics and worked for several defense companies, but spent most of his years of employment with RCA in Meadowlands as a logistics support engineer, writing and overseeing the production of technical manuals for the special systems equipment manufactured by RCA. He was a member of the Destiny Community Church in Lexington, Ky. While living in Washington, Pa., he was a member of Covenant Life Fellowship for more than 30 years and served in many capacities. He also served on the board of Youth for Christ/Campus Life and for many years during the 1970s he traveled with the Campus Life Singers, taking care of sound and helping with set up and maintenance of their equipment. Mr. Garris enjoyed fixing things, mowing grass and taking care of his family's farm for many years. He was always ready to help whoever was in need and always had the right tool handy for the job. His daughter once gave him a plaque that read "Dear God, if you ever need any help, just call my Dad, he can fix anything." He especially enjoyed his grandsons along with playing games and doing projects with them. Mr. Garris married Donna M. Dillinger Jan. 2, 1956, in the Presbyterian Church in Titusville with the Rev. Lloyd Chelton officiating. Mrs. Garris survives. Also surviving are two children, Dale Allen Garris of Washington, Pa., and Dawn M. Cole of Lexington, Ky.; two grandsons, Zachery and Alec Cole; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Garris was preceded in death by three brothers, Harry, Tharon and Vern; and two sisters, Kathryn Garris Barnett and an infant sister who died at birth. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the William N. Rupert Mortuary Inc. in Knox. The Celebration of His Life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in St. Mark Cemetery at Monroe. Rita M. Kokai Rita M. Kokai, 89, of East Palestine, Ohio, formerly of Oil City, died Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007, in Hospice House, Poland, Ohio. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Friday in The Derrick. Eleanor M. Moore Eleanor M. Moore, 70, of Knox, died at 4:35 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2007, in Clarion Hospital. Born March 29, 1937, in Elk Township, Clarion County, she was the daughter of the late Bennett and Viola Delo Moyer. Mrs. Moore retired from Owens-Illinois Glass Co. in Clarion after 37 years of service. She enjoyed crocheting, gardening and being a meticulous homemaker. On Jan. 9, 1960, she married Robert J. Moore, who survives. Also surviving are two sisters, Louella Wedekind and husband, Dwight "Red," of Shippenville and Eileen Grabe and husband, Richard, of Butler; three brothers-in-law, Perry Moore and wife, Angie, of Brownsville, Texas, James Moore and wife, Janet, of Hillsville, Va., and Ed Moore and wife, Carol, of Parker, Colo; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Moore was preceded in death by a brother, Lawrence Moyer; and a brother-in-law, Floyd Moore. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will take place in the Providence United Methodist Cemetery at Knox RD 2. The family suggests memorials be made to the Cancer Center at Clarion Hospital, 1 Hospital Drive, Clarion, 16214. Jamie Manning Munoz, 47, of 207 Penn St., New Bethlehem, died at 1:15 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2007, in UPMC Shadyside, Pittsburgh. Born March 6, 1960, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Russell and Greta Masterson Manning. Mrs. Munoz was a cashier for more than four years at Clarion WalMart. She enjoyed camping and her pet dogs and most of all her children and grandchildren. Mrs. Munoz was married May 6, 1995, to Randy Munoz, who survives. Also surviving are her mother, Greta Foster, and her stepfather, Louis Foster, of Franklin; two children, Matthew David Gordon and fiancée, Jamie Ruditis, of Rocky Grove and Lisa Rose Gordon and fiancé, Donald Morrow Jr., of Franklin; and four grandchildren, Jeff Morrow of Franklin and Jocelyn Gordon, Reiley Gordon and Braden Gordon, all of Rocky Grove. She also is survived by four sisters, Daryl Cates and husband, Daryl, of Missouri Valley, Iowa, Valli Karns and companion, Guy Jo, of Cambridge Springs, Sharlene Coxson and husband, Robert, and Joanne Cardy and husband, Thomas, all of Franklin; and one brother, Russell Manning II and wife, Wendy, of Oil City. Surviving also are three stepsisters, Linda Foster of Florida, Marie D 'Souza of Biglerville and Betty Majoy of Norwalk, Ohio; a stepbrother, Steven Foster of Niceville; and several nephews and nieces. Mrs. Munoz was preceded in death by her father and an infant son in 1998. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home, 1315 Chestnut St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Gary Small, pastor of the Atlantic Avenue Church of God, officiating. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent online at wwwgardinierfuneralhome.com Wanda A. Panchak, 62, of Towne Towers, 7 E. Second St., Oil City, died at 5:35 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2007, in the Golden Living Center, Clarion. Born Aug. 31, 1945, in Oil City, she was the daughter of Clarence E. and Grace E. Corbett Moon. She attended Oil City High School and had lived in the Oil City area all of her life. She was a homemaker and enjoyed reading and spending time with her grandchildren. She was of the Protestant faith. Surviving are a daughter, Lisa L. Moon of Shippenville; two grandchildren, Nicholas Whitton and Amber Whitton, both of Shippenville; and many friends at Towne Towers, She also is survived by two brothers and their wives, James and Deloris Moon of Oil City and David and Sarah Moon of Meadville; a sister and her husband, Patricia and Ed Hynes of Oil City; two nieces and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and a grandson, Christopher Pierce. There will be no visitation. It was Mrs. Panchak's wish to be cremated. Interment will be in Brandon Cemetery at the convenience of the family. The Hutchinson Funeral Home, 201 Bissell Ave., Oil City, is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Golden Living Center, 999 Heidrick St., Clarion, 16214 or to UPMC Northwest, Seneca, 16346. Michael E. "Mike" Shaughnessy, 53, a resident of Wichita Falls, Texas, since 2000, formerly of Oil City, died Friday, Oct. 5, 2007, in United Regional Health Care in Wichita Falls following a brief illness. Born June 3, 1954, in Oil City, he was the son of John F. and Lornetta E. Shaughnessy. He was a 1972 graduate of Oil City High School. Mr. Shaughnessy was a painter and worked in the construction industry. He enjoyed working on his home and doing home remodeling. Surviving are one brother, John Shaughnessy of Venus; two sisters, Daryl Coyne of Oil City and Frances Guenther of Buford, Ga.; four nephews, Andrew Shaughnessy of Philadelphia, Mark Coyne of Twinsburg, Ohio, Thomas Knight of Lawrenceville, Ga., and Shawn Knight of Atlanta, Ga.; and two nieces, Amy Shaughnessy of Garner, N.C.., and Julie Appel of Oil City. Mr. Shaughnessy was preceded in death by his parents; his second, wife, Ada Creek Shaughnessy; and a sister, Patricia Shaughnessy. No visitation was observed. The family will hold a private ceremony at a later date.

The Derrick, October 10, 2007: Earl Chalfant, Franklin, formerly of Brookville Roger A. Davis, 924 W. First St., Oil City Eleanor M. Moore, Knox Richard L. "Dick" Neely, Strawberry Farm Road, Knox Sandra Lee Yocum, 205 Woodland Drive, Oil City Earl Chalfant Earl Chalfant, 84, a resident of The Caring Place, 103 N. 13th St., Franklin, formerly of Brookville, died Monday, Oct. 8, 2007, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. The McKinney Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Brookville, is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will follow in The Derrick. Roger A. Davis, 75, of 924 W. First St, Oil City, died unexpectedly at 3:55 p.m. Monday Oct. 8, 2007, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born Feb. 10, 1932, in Oil City, he was the son of the late William and Loretta Hutchinson Davis. Mr. Davis was a 1950 graduate of Oil City High School. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during the Korean War from Dec. 11, 1952, to Nov. 4, 1954. Following the war, Mr. Davis was employed for 20 years by the Pennzoil Oil Refining Co. He then had numerous jobs in the area with his most current being a newspaper carrier for The Derrick Publishing Co. Mr. Davis was of the Protestant faith. His hobbies included managing a Mong's Pony League baseball team, coaching junior bowling, golfing, hunting and fishing. Mr. Davis was a member of the Pulaski Club and was a past vice commander of the VFW. He was married in Oil City April 21, 1953, to the former Phyllis Becker, who survives. Also surviving are three children, Thomas A. Davis and wife, Sharon, of Pittsburgh, Susan L. Hanlon and Lyn A. Serafin and husband, Tom, all of Oil City; seven grandchildren, Jamie and Kevin Weaver of Rockland, Dawn Hanlon of Meadville, Jonathan Hanlon of Oil City, Michael Stromyer of Oil City and Giana Davis, Gabriel Davis and Vinney Davis, all of Pittsburgh; and three great-grandchildren, Alyssa Hanlon of Meadville and Madison and Ashton Weaver of Rockland. He also is survived by two brothers, Arthur "Bud' Davis of Georgia and Ron Davis and wife, Janet, of Oil City; one sister, Doris Copley of Oil City; two brothers-in-law, Ken McCauley of Rouseville and William Becker and wife, Shirley, of Oil City; a sister-in-law, Mary Brosius of Oil City; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. In addition to his parents, Mr. Davis was preceded in death by one brother, Mike Davis; two sisters, Betty McCauley and Alice Hankey; and two uncles, Bob and Jack Davis, who raised him. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday in the Reinsel Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with Pastor Dan Sardinas of the Venango Woods Church officiating. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice or to the family to help defray funeral expenses. Condolences may be left at www.reinselfuneralhome.com. Eleanor M. Moore Eleanor M. Moore, 70, of Knox, died Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 9, 2007, in Clarion Hospital. The David C. McEntire Funeral Home, 504 E. Penn St., Knox, is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick. Richard L. "Dick" Neely, 89, of Strawberry Farm Road, Knox, Beaver Township, Clarion County, died at 5:20 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2007, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca, following a lengthy illness. Born May 17, 1918, in the village of Alum Rock, Richland Township, Clarion County, he was the son of Tracy A. and Margaret E. Ashbaugh Neely. He was a 1937 graduate of St. Petersburg-Richland High School. Mr. Neely was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, serving in the European Theatre of Operations in the 3rd Army, 2nd Armored Division, and participated in the Battle of the Bulge. He was the recipient of several medals including the Good Conduct Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern Service Medal with seven Bronze Stars and one Bronze Arrowhead. He retired in 1978 following 30 years of employment with the U.S. Postal Service as a rural mail carrier in the Knox area. Mr. Neely was a member of St. Mark United Church of Christ in Monroe where he had served as elder and deacon, and also on the church consistory. He had been church treasurer for more than 25 years. He was a member of the Foxburg American Legion Post 636. Mr. Neely enjoyed hunting, fishing, carpentry, yardwork and the company of his family. He was married May 17, 1948, in St. Petersburg to the former Lois I. Elder, who survives. Also surviving are four daughters, Sherrie E. Neely of Erie, Bonnie L. Neely of Cambridge Springs, Traci A. Mittlesteadt of St. Petersburg and Holly J. Forsythe and husband, Marty, of St. Petersburg; four grandchildren, Daphne Schettler of Erie, Wesley Forsythe of St. Petersburg, Pfc. U.S. Army Medic Kyle Deloe of Fort Hood, Texas, and Ashton Schettler of Erie; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Neely was preceded in death by an infant son in 1950. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in St. Mark United Church of Christ, 131 Monroe Church Road, Knox, with the Rev. Nancy Dunmire, church pastor, officiating. Interment will be in St. Petersburg Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to a veteran's charity. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of The Hile Funeral Home Inc., St. Petersburg. Condolences may be sent via email to [email protected] Sandra Lee Yocum, 71, of 205 Woodland Drive, Oil City, died at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2007, in her daughter's residence, 18 S. Walnut St.., Lewistown. Born Nov. 3, 1935, in Lewistown, she was the daughter of Kenneth and Dorothy V. Henderson. Mrs. Yocum was a member of the Hasson Heights Presbyterian Church in Oil City. She also was a member of the Order of Eastern Star and the Belles Lettres Club, both of Oil City. Mrs. Yocum was a homemaker. She was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and loved animals and all wild life. She enjoyed walking, shopping and antiquing. She was married to Lorraine E. "Pud" Yocum, who preceded her in death Nov. 14, 1997. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. William (Kim) York of Lewistown and Mrs. John (Beth) Sawatsky of Lindenwold, N.J.; one son, Kevin Yocum and wife, Sarah, of Stow, Ohio; and four grandchildren, Erasha Sawatsky, Devin York, Ian Sawatsky and Nolan Sawatsky. She also is survived by four stepchildren, Terry Yocum, Scott Yocum and wife, Glenda, Stacy Yocum and Keith Yocum and wife, Sherry, all of State College; and eight stepgrandchildren. Visitation will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. Monday in the Heller-Hoenstine Woodlawn Funeral Home, 75 Logan St., Lewistown. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Mount Rock Cemetery, Lewistown. Memorials may be made to the Humane Society of the United States @www.hsus.org or to Lewistown High School, Class of 1953, Lewistown, 17044.