The Derrick, July 17, 2007: William Craig Daugherty, 1309 Eastwood Drive, Clarion Eugene E. Flockerzi, Chamor Lane, Seneca Rick A. Magness, 329 Hidden Hollow Lane, Rimersburg Raymond LeRoy Mong, getting it right William Craig Daugherty, 72, of 1309 Eastwood Drive, Clarion, died Monday, July 16, 2007, in his home following an extended illness. Born Aug. 30, 1934, in Fisher, he was the son of the late Craig and Pearl Hummel Daugherty. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving for the Commander, XXI U.S. Army Corps from 1957 to 1966. He was discharged with the rank of staff sergeant. Mr. Daugherty worked at Owens-Brockway Glass Co., retiring in 1977 after 30 years of service. He most recently was employed at True Value Hardware in Clarion. He was a member of Clarion Lodge No. 277. F. & A.M., and was a life member of the Scottish Rite Consistory in Coudersport. Having a strong faith, Mr. Daugherty was a member of the First Baptist Church in Clarion. Mr. Daugherty was a former member of the Clarion Lions Club. He enjoyed working and helping others and was a best friend to many people. Mr. Daugherty was married Feb. 23, 1957, to Beverly Curll, who survives. Also surviving are three children, Joan Kriebel of Clarion, Craig Daugherty and wife, Donna, of Hughesville, Md., and Jayne Daugherty of Seattle, Wash.; two grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He also is survived by two sisters, Audrey Lewis and husband, Donald, of Fisher and Adeline Chikosky of Clarion; one brother, Donald Daugherty and wife, Hazel, of Fisher; a sister-in-law, Jessie Daugherty of Maryland Heights, Mo.; a brother-in-law, Ross Curll and wife, Phyllis, of McMurray; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Daugherty was preceded in death by a sister, Virginia Gunning Seybert; a brother, Harry Daugherty; three brothers-in-law, John Gunning, Leland Seybert and Leonard Chikosky; and a nephew, Jerry Gunning. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Goble Funeral Home and Crematory, Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the First Baptist Church, Clarion, with the Rev. Keith Richardson, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in the Millcreek Presbyterian Cemetery, Fisher. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Clarion Hospital Foundation Cancer Center, 1 Hospital Drive, Clarion, 16214. Eugene E. Flockerzi, 78, of Chamor Lane, Seneca, died at 5:40 a.m. Sunday, July 15, 2007, in UPMC Montefiore, Pittsburgh. Born May 5, 1929, in Oil City, he was a son of the late Homer L. and Cleo L. Bowersock Flockerzi. He was a lifetime resident of Cranberry and a member of Calvary United Methodist Church . Mr. Flockerzi served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He retired in May 1991 from the Education and Community Services Comptroller's Office, headquartered in Harrisburg, after 25 years of service. Mr. Flockerzi enjoyed his garden, working outdoors and the Statler Brothers. He especially enjoyed and appreciated his kitty friends, Hayden, Reba and Shay-Boy. Surviving are his wife, the former Sally Ann Yost; five children, Jean Ann Moffett of Oil City, Nancy Lee Carner of Seneca, Dennis Eugene Flockerzi of Elkton Md., Christine Marie Frawley of Oil City and Abby Renee Flockerzi of Seneca. Also surviving are eight grandchildren, Jeffrey A. Moffett of Cranberry Township, Steven E. Moffett of Erie, Brayton J. Carner of Cranberry Township, Bryan L. Carner of Rockland, Erin R. and Darren J. Frawley of Oil City and Alex S. and Olivia M. Flockerzi of Elkton Md.; two great-grandsons; one great-granddaughter; an aunt, Mildred Flockerzi of Coal Hill; and several cousins. In addition to his parents, Mr. Flockerzi was preceded in death by a brother, H. Daryl Flockerzi; a nephew, Dean R. Flockerzi; and a niece, Sue Ann Flockerzi. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Entombment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens, Cranberry. In lieu of flowers, Mr. Flockerzi requested that memorials be made to the Venango County Humane Society, P.O. Box 1045, Oil City, 16301. Rick A. Magness, 46, of 329 Hidden Hollow Lane, Rimersburg, died Sunday afternoon, July 15, 2007, from injuries sustained in an ATV accident in Piney Township. Born April 11, 1961, in Brookville, he was the son of Pauline Davis and Gerald Magness. Mr. Magness was a truck driver most of his life and recently was employed by Carcia Trucking Co. of Marienville. He enjoyed farming, four wheeling, hunting and spending time with his son. Surviving are one son, Dylan Magness of Sligo; his mother and husband, Pauline and Tom Morris of Sligo; his father and wife, Jerry and Lisa Magness of Knox; two brothers, Mark Magness and wife, Teresa, of Thornton, Colo., and Tim Morris and friend, Kathy Bernard, of Strattanville; two sisters, Jerri Beth Martin and husband, Tim, of Clarion and Michelle Magness and friend, Robert Bish, of Clarion; four nephews, Gerald and Anthony Magness, Christopher Magness and David Bish; and two nieces, Elizabeth and Alexandria Bish. He also is survived by his maternal grandfather, Dick Davis of Sligo. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Varner Funeral Home in Sligo. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Rick Russell, pastor of the Sligo United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in Cedarview Memorial Park near Strattanville. The family suggests memorial donations be made in his memory to the First United National Bank of Clarion, 16214. Getting it right - Raymond LeRoy Mong Raymond LeRoy Mong, 75, of 231 Bullion Road, Kennerdell, died at 3:32 a.m. Sunday, July 15, 2007, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Among his survivors are his nephew, Charles "Chip" Mong Jr. and his wife, Cindy, and their daughter, Emily Mong.

The Derrick, July 16, 2007: Doris Marie 'Peggy" Kriebel Booher, St. Petersburg Helen Marie Byers, Sligo, formerly of Parker Gladys Marie Rice Corner, Cochranton Sister Nora Curran, Erie, formerly of Oil City Paul E. Denslinger, Fryburg Bob Gatesman, Marblehead, Ohio, formerly of Oil City Deloris J. Kahle, River Road, Clarion Wade C. Kinch, Tionesta Rick A. Magness, Rimersburg Kristian L. McFarland, Lake Lucy, Tionesta Raymond LeRoy Mong, Kennerdell Harry E. Rodgers, Franklin, formerly of 107 E. Second St., Oil City Martina J. 'Marty" Schwabenbauer, Franklin, formerly of Titusville James Robert Widenhofer, Parker Doris Marie "Peggy" Kriebel Booher, 72, of Main Street, St. Petersburg, died at 5:50 a.m. Sunday, July 15, 2007, in Clarion Hospital. Born Oct. 17, 1934, in Perry Township, Clarion County, she was the daughter of Raymond "Teddy" and Edna Callendar Kriebel. Mrs. Booher had worked for 10 years at Glass Containers Inc. in Parker and left her job to be at home and raise a family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren and she always looked forward to having coffee with her aunt, Mrs. Rod (Pearl) Callendar Best of St. Petersburg. She was married Dec. 8, 1953, to Theodore "Teddy" Booher, who survives, along with four children, Mrs. Harry (Kathie) Sutton of Boyers, Todd Booher and wife, Valeria, of Fairview, Mrs. Lewis (Susan) Carr of Harrisville and Robert "Robbie" Booher and wife, Melinda, of St. Petersburg; eight grandchildren, Chris McHenry of Fenelton, Ashley Sutton of Boyers, Mrs, Justin (Janie) Carr Martin of Harrisville, Alana, Lucas, and Devin Booher of Fairview, and Amanda and Cole Booher of St. Petersburg; and two stepgrandchildren, Alfred Sutton of Penn Township and Dana Sutton of Butler. In addition to her parents Mrs. Booher was preceded in death by two brothers, Russell and George "Tink" Kriebel; a sister, Rosella "Pat" Kriebel Harnish; a nephew, James Kriebel; a grandson, Heath Sutton; and a son-in-law, Lewis Carr. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in The Hile Funeral Home Inc., 802 Grove St., St. Petersburg. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral with the Rev. Charles J. Campbell, pastor of the New Zion Evangelical Congregational Church in Emlenton, officiating. Interment will take place in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Dutch Hill, Perry Township, Clarion County. Helen Marie Byers Helen Marie Byers, 78, of Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Sligo, a lielong resident of Parker, died of a sudden illness Tuesday evening, July 10, 2007, in Clarion Hospital. Gladys Marie Rice Corner Gladys Marie Rice Corner, 93, of 183 W. Adams St., Cochranton, died Saturday, July 14, 2007, in her residence. Born Dec. 29, 1913, in Franklin, she was the daughter of the late Burris W. and Mary Ellen Blair Rice. Mrs. Corner had been a member of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church in Cochranton since 1952. She was also a member of the Wynmor Club of Carlton for many years. She was a member of the "Young at Heart" group at the Meadville Christian and Missionary Alliance Church and played the organ there for many years. Mrs. Corner loved music, especially the older hymns. She enjoyed being with her family and friends and writing many letters to people in nursing homes or ill at home. Mrs. Corner was married Dec. 29, 1932, to Edward Corner, who preceded her in death in April 1989. Surviving are five children, Jean Peterson and husband, Doyle, of Conneaut Lake, James Corner of Meadville, Harold Corner and wife, Zdena, of Cochranton, Edward Corner and wife, Tracy, of Hurtsboro, Ala., and Gladys Marie Ashbaugh of Cochranton, with whom she had lived since 2001; 13 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She also is survived by a brother, the Rev. George W. Rice and wife, Edith, of Olathe, Kans.; and a sister, Beula E. Rice Jones and husband, Jim, of New Wilmington. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Corner was preceded in death by a son, John R. Corner Sr.; three sisters, Mildred Neal, Mable Martin and Georgie Palmer; and six brothers, Paul, Carl, Harold, Jack, Gene and Budd L. Rice. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Dickson Family Funeral Home Inc., 123 S. Franklin St., Cochranton. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church in Cochranton with the Rev. John McGarvey, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Cochranton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Hospice of Crawford County, 448 Pine St., Meadville, 16335, or to the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, South Franklin Street, Cochranton, 16314. Condolences can be e-mailed to [email protected] Benedictine Sister Nora Curran, formerly of Oil City, died Sunday, July 15, 2007, at her home, Mount Saint Benedict Monastery, Erie, after a long illness. Born in Oil City, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary Anna Kresinske Curran and received her early education in St. Joseph Parish schools, Oil City. Sister Nora entered the Benedictine Sisters of Erie in 1943 and graduated from St. Benedict Academy the following year. She made her final profession as a Benedictine Sister Aug. 28, 1947, and had celebrated her 25th, 50th and 60th anniversaries of her profession. She was an accomplished teacher whose education included a bachelor of arts degree is social studies, English and Spanish from Villa Maria College, Erie, and a master of arts degree in Spanish literature from the International University, Saltillo, Mexico, where she later served as dean of women. Her post graduate studies included work at Gannon, Fordham and Georgetown universities. She also received a Fulbright grant for study at the Cartagena University, Bogota, Columbia. Sister Nora taught in several parish elementary schools: St. Mary's, Erie; St. Joseph, Oil City; St. Joseph, Sharon; St. Joseph, Oil City; St. Gregory, North East; and St. Joseph, Sharon. She later taught at St. Joseph and Venango Christian High schools in Oil City and at St. Benedict Academy, Erie. After her service in education, Sister Nora's ministry came to be centered in her deep concern for the poor, especially for the poor in Latin America, whom she served for nearly 30 years in Saltillo, Mexico, and in Cali, Columbia, as teacher, mentor and friend. She returned in recent years to Mount Saint Benedict where her love for the poor continued to be manifested in her monastic life. In addition to her parents, Sister Nora was preceded in death by her sisters, Winifred Toy, Marie Diamond and Martha Curran; and by her brothers, Joseph and Frank Curran. She is survived by her religious community, the Benedictine Sisters of Erie; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. today in Mount Saint Benedict Monastery, 6101 E. Lake Road, Erie, followed by a service of Memories at 7 p.m. Liturgy of the Eucharist will be held at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday in the monastery. Interment will take place at 8 a.m. Wednesday in Trinity Cemetery, Erie. Memorials may be made to Mount Saint Benedict Monastery, 6101 E. Lake Road, Erie, 16511. Arrangements are in charge of the A. Brugger & Sons Funeral Home, 845 E. 38th St., Erie. Condolences may be sent to bruggerfuneralhomes.com Paul E. Denslinger, 80, of lifelong resident of Fryburg, died Saturday, July 14, 2007, surrounded by his family in UPMC Northwest, Seneca, following a lengthy illness. Born Oct. 23, 1926, he was the son of Aloysius and Bertha Siegel Denslinger. Mr. Denslinger worked as a self-employed farmer and retired in 1999 from PennDOT. He drove car No. 333 at the half mile dirt track in Shippenville from 1949 to 1950. Mr. Denslinger served in the Navy from Oct. 13, 1950, to Nov. 19, 1953. He was assigned to the USS Columbus Heavy Cruiser during the Korean War and served in the European Theater. While in the military he achieved the rank of Boatswain Mate 3rd Class. He was a member of St. Michael Church in Fryburg, a member of the Fryburg Sportman Club where he served as secretary for seven years and was a member of St. Michael Society for 10 years. Mr. Denslinger was an honorary member of the Washington Township Volunteer Fire Department. He was married June 12, 1954, to Patricia Rodgers, who survives. Also surviving are three children, Richard Denslinger and wife, Sharon, of Fryburg, Debra Zacherl of Clarion and Lori Smith and husband, Butch, of Clarion; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. He also is survived by one brother, Carl Denslinger of Parker; and two sisters, Helen Hoover of Fryburg and Blanche Aaron of Oil City. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Ronald P. Denslinger, in 1961; and two brothers, Walter Denslinger and Donnie Denslinger. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Faller Funeral Home Inc. in Fryburg. A parish vigil service will be held at 3:45 p.m. today in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Michael Church, Fryburg, with the Rev. David Poulson, pastor, presiding. Interment will follow in St. Michael Cemetery, Fryburg. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Bob Gatesman, 66, of Marblehead, Ohio, formerly of Oil City, died Saturday, July 14, 2007, in Magruder Hospital, Port Clinton, Ohio. Born Feb. 27, 1941, in Oil City, he was the son of Robert P. and Martha Altman Gatesman. Mr. Gatesman worked as a cabinet maker, owning and operating Gatesman Kitchens. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and he loved to travel, especially his trip to Alaska and his many trips to Las Vegas. Mr. Gatesman married Sally Mulchin April 4, 1965, and she survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Heidi L. Fries and husband, Thomas, of Marblehead, Ohio, Rene Davis of Warren, Pa., and Jill Harris and husband, Ronald, of Brewerton, N.Y.; a son, Randy Gatesman and wife, Karen, of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; and grandchildren, Christopher, Lauren, Alex, Maxx, Camie, Vivian, Curtis, Melinda and Erin. He also is survived by his mother, Martha Hepler of Franklin RD; and two sisters, Barbara Capp and husband, Richard, of Oil City and Kay McCartney and husband, James, of Cochranton. Memorial services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Grace Baptist Church, Marblehead, Ohio. Additional services will be held Wednesday in the First Presbyterian Church, North Franklin Street, Titusville. The Neidecker, LeVeck & Crosser Funeral Home, Peninsula Chapel, Lakeside, Marblehead, Ohio, is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.neideckerleveckcrosser.com Deloris J. Kahle, 68, of River Road, Clarion, died Friday, July 13, 2007, in the Clarion Hospital. Born Oct. 19, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Glenn E. and Lorena Lowers Potter. She was of the Protestant faith. Mrs. Kahle was an avid NASCAR fan. She was married to Lawrence H. Kahle, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Allen W. Kahle of Pittsburgh and Jeffrey E. Kahle and Kaye of Strattanville; one daughter-in-law, Roxanne Kahle of Clarion; three grandchildren, Amber Kishbaugh of Mechanicsburg, Nathan M. Kahle of Pittsburgh and David J. Kahle of Clarion; one great-grandchild, Daimein Kahle of Clarion; and one step-great-grandchild, Steven Kishbaugh II of Mechanicsburg. She also is survived by two brothers, Glenn E. Potter Jr. of Sligo and Robert W. "Bill" Potter of Royal Oak, Mich.; and one sister, Shirley Poole of Warren, Ohio. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by one son, Lawrence E. "Mike" Kahle, in 1997. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Goble Funeral Home and Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with Pastor Bruce Wilson of the First Church of God, Clarion, officiating. Interment will follow in Cedarview Memorial Park. Wade C. Kinch, 78, of Tionesta, died Saturday, July 14, 2007, in his home. Born Nov. 4, 1928, in Kellettville, he was the son of the late Orie C. and Mary C. Dunkle Kinch. Mr. Kinch graduated from Tionesta High School. He served in the U.S. Navy as a fireman during World War II. Mr. Kinch was employed most of his working career at Tionesta Beverage until retirement. He attended the Tionesta Church of God. Mr. Kinch was a member of the Tidioute VFW Post No. 8803. He enjoyed playing golf. Mr. Kinch first was married July 25, 1953, to Janet J. Kinch, who preceded him in death. On June 5, 1998, he married Helen M. Johnston McWilliams, who survives. Also surviving are his daughter, LuAn K. Horan and husband, Gary, of Glenside; three grandchildren; one great-grandson; three stepdaughters, Marilyn M. Baine and husband, Douglas, of Salem, W.Va., Kathy J. McCunn and husband, Harvey, of Indiana, Pa.., and Robin S. Kahle and husband, Denny, of Leeper; seven stepgrandchildren; and four step-great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and first wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Kelli Kinch; and one sister, Beulah Kinch. Friends will be received from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Tionesta Church of God where a celebration of life memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. with Pastor Chris Gammello officiating. Interment will be in Wolf's Corners Cemetery, Washington Township, Clarion County. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 408, Clarion, 16214, or to Hospice of Crawford County Inc., 310 N. Monroe St., Titusville, 16354. Arrangements are in charge of the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home of Tionesta. Rick A. Magness Rick A. Magness, 46, of 329 Hidden Hollow Lane, Rimersburg, died Sunday afternoon as the result of injuries received in an ATV accident. The Varner Funeral Home in Sligo is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The Derrick. Kristian L. McFarland, 26, of Lake Lucy, Tionesta, died Saturday, July 14, 2007, as a result of an automobile accident. Born July 28, 1980, in Oil City, he was the son of Kevin L. McFarland of Lucinda and Laura J. Snyder of Marienville. Mr. McFarland was employed as an equipment operator for IA Corp. of Warren, PA. He was a member of St. Mary Church, Crown, and the Fryburg Sportsman Club. In addition to spending time with family and friends Mr. McFarland enjoyed motorcycle riding, golfing, fishing, boating, snowmobiling, hunting and target shooting. In addition to his parents he is survived by his 4-year-old son, Kaden, of Marienville; his fiance,, Tammy Freeman, of Lake Lucy; his stepfather, Bob Snyder of Marienville; a sister, Chellsi McFarland of Strattanville; a brother, Sgt. Bryan McFarland of Hillsboro, Ore.; two stepsisters, Breanne Slater and Randi Millward, both of Marienville; and two stepbrothers, Bobby Snyder and Corey Snyder, both of Marienville. Also surviving is his paternal grandmother, Patricia McFarland of Lucinda; his maternal grandparents, Walter "Punk" and Jean Kingston of Tionesta; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Ken McFarland, and his paternal great-grandparents, Ken and Dorothy McFarland. The family will receive friends and family from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Ronald McDonald Funeral Home in Marienville. A prayer vigil will be held at 8:30 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 18, 2007, in St. Ann Catholic Church in Marienville with the Rev. Gregory Passauer presiding. Interment will be in St. Ann Cemetery in Marienville. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Kaden McFarland Scholarship Fund in care of Northwest Bank, Marienville. Raymond LeRoy Mong, 75, of 231 Bullion Road, Kennerdell, died at 3:32 a.m. Sunday, July 15, 2007 at UPMC Northwest. Born Sept. 23, 1931, he was the son of Esther Kimes and Benjamin C. Mong. Mr. Mong was a veteran of the Korean War, having served with the 7th Infantry Division. He earned a purple heart. He was employed by Chicago Pneumatic Tool Co., retiring in 1982 after 33 years of service as a final inspector. He was a member of Myrtle Lodge F&AM #316, BPOE #110, American Legion #476, VFW Post #464, Oil City, Mercer County Disabled American Veterans #55, 7th Infantry Division Association, Franklin Moose #83, Past President of Rocky Grove Volunteer Fire Department, CPT Quarter Century Club. He was also a Little League manager of Franklin Service and Supply team and an ASA Little League umpire. On Sept. 4, 1982, he married Joyce Baker, who survives. Also surviving are three sons, Greg A. Mong and his wife, Donna Marie, of Largo, Fla., Rocky Bailey and his wife, Sue, of Franklin and Doug Mong and his wife, Rose, of Franklin; four daughters, Debra Mong of Butler, Natalie Desko and her husband, Steve, of Polk, Carolyn Kiesel and her husband, Michael, of Franklin and Melissa Bailey of Franklin; 12 grandchildren, Steve Desko Jr. of Grove City, Lucas Desko of Polk, Cory Desko of Polk, Joseph Desko of Polk, Jake Bailey and his wife, Melissa, of Vanderberg Air Force Base, Calif., Ty Patterson and her husband, Bill, of Franklin, Victor Taylor of Austin, Texas, Larissa Bailey of Franklin, Carley Kiesel of Franklin, Emiley Kiesel of Franklin, Stephanie Kiesel of Franklin and Isabella Mong of Franklin; and two great grandchildren, Ethan Plesakov of Vanderberg Air Force Base, Calif. and Logan Patterson of Franklin. He is also survived by a sister, Lucille Delong and her husband, Stance, of Franklin. In addition to his parents, Mr. Mong was preceded in death by a brother, Charles H. Mong; a grandson, Zachery Mong; a granddaughter, Riley Mong, and his first wife, Gladys Erwin Mong. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home, 1315 Chestnut St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with the Rev. James Waugh, pastor of the Resurrection Baptist Church, presiding. Interment will be in Old Sandy Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society or a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent online to www.gardinierfuneralhome.com. Harry E. Rodgers, 96, formerly of 107 E. Second St., Oil City, died at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 14, 2007 in The Caring Place, Franklin. Born Aug. 9, 1910 in Rocky Grove, he was the son of the late Frank Duane and Clara N. Minnis Rodgers. Mr. Rodgers lived in the Oil City area most of his life. He was employed for 23 years as a laborer with Chicago Pneumatic Tool in Franklin, retiring at the age of 65. On Aug. 3, 1957, he was married to Ellen Mae Andrews who preceded him in death on June 17, 1999. Mr. Rodgers was a member of the Oil City Community Alliance Church. He was very active with the Oil City Senior Citizen Center. While staying at The Caring Place, he attended church services there and was a member of the bell choir. He is survived by two daughters, Ella Mae and her husband, Ernest R. "Buck" Butryn of Oil City and Anita Ann Wilson of Lancaster; a sister, Ruth Koziara of Franklin; five grandchildren, Melissa and her husband, Ryan Gerlach, of Lancaster, Bradley E. Wilson of Florida, Christine M. Nies of Cooperstown, David M. Butryn of Cresson and Thomas M. Butryn of Meadville; nine great grandchildren, Joshua W. Gerlach of Lancaster, Bradley E. Wilson II and Brittany E. Wilson, both of Ohio, Brianna N. Wilson of Florida, Ashley J. Butryn of Oil City, Jeff Thompson of Cooperstown, Paige Butryn of Titusville, Thomas M. Butryn II of Ohio and Emily Butryn of Oil City; a brother-in-law, Francis Zagar of Franklin; three sisters-in-law, Marjorie Rodgers of Franklin, Jean Rodgers of Cochranton and Joan Annable of Peach Tree City, Georgia, and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Rodgers was preceded in death by a son, Harry Elmer Rodgers; five brothers, Claude, Wesley, Frank, Kenneth and John Rodgers; five sisters, Ann Meehling, Mabel Mourey, Elizabeth Culbertson, Martha "Teen" Rossman and Josephine L. Zagar. There will be no visitation. It was Mr. Rodgers' wish to be cremated. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Oil City Community Alliance Church. with the Rev. Terry Truffin, pastor of the church, officiating. Interment will be in Grove Hill Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Oil City Community Alliance Church, 411 Seneca St., Oil City. Martina J. "Marty" Schwabenbauer, 79, formerly of 637 Tarr Road, Titusville , died Saturday, July 14, 2007, in Sugar Creek Station, Franklin, following an extended illness. Born Oct. 24, 1927, in Driftwood, she was the daughter of the late Robin and Helen Dobson Hart. She was a 1945 of Oil City High School. Mrs. Schwabenbauer had been employed for many years as a bus driver for the Oil City School District. She also had been employed briefly at the former Isaly's Store in Oil City . She was married in Oil City May 3, 1947, to Howard W. "Bill" Schwabenbauer, who preceded her in death April 15, 2001. Surviving are three children, William H. Schwabenbauer of Titusville, Judy McCain of Virginia and Marty Wrhen and husband, David, of Rocky Grove; and four grandchildren, Matt McCain, Shannon Wrhen and Amy and Ashley Schwabenbauer. She also is survived by three brothers, Robin D. Hart and wife, Joanne, and David Hart and wife, Judy, all of Oil City, and Larry Hart of Brooklyn, Conn.; four sisters, Rebecca L. Pertz and husband, Don, and Claribel Fritz and husband, Bob, all of Oil City, Helen McClintock and husband, Larry, of Brooklyn, Conn., and Mary Moyer of Grove City; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a stillborn daughter, Wilma Schwabenbauer; and a brother-in-law, Chuck Moyer. Friends may call from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with her brother, Pastor David Hart of the Seneca Evangelical Congregational Church, officiating. Interment will be in Lamey Cemetery . The family suggests memorials be made to the American Diabetes Association, 300 Penn Center Blvd., Suite 602, Pittsburgh, 15235, or to a charity of one's choice. James Robert Widenhofer James Robert Widenhofer, 48, of Parker, died suddenly Friday evening, July 13, 2007, of injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Route 38 in Butler County. He was the husband of Raewyn Anthony Widenhofer.

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Well, I never hear from you very often, and then when you do send a message, I get eight of the same one. Glad to hear that Bob is enjoying himself there, that is a big plus. I talk with B.J. often on POGO, Deb gave me a guest pass for the Club, had a fun time with HOGHEAVEN, but I make more tokens with Hidden Temple. I think I will probably join the Club. Take care and give my love to all. Peg

The Derrick, July 14, 2007: Deloris J. Kahle, River Road, Clarion Sylvia G. Moore, Colonie, N.Y., formerly of Lawsonham Howard Lawrence Schultz, formerly of Oil City Nancy Siegel Schultz, formerly of Oil City Shirley J. Reagle Vogus-Burke, Tavares, Fla., formerly of Titusville Mary Louise McCullough Winkler, Gibsonia, formerly of Bellevue and Naples, Fla. Deloris J. Kahle Deloris J. Kahle, 68, of River Road, Clarion, died Friday, July 13, 2007, at the Clarion Hospital. A complete obituary will appear in Monday's newspaper. The Goble Funeral Home & Crematory in Clarion is in charge of arrangements. Sylvia G. Moore Sylvia G. Moore , 84, of Colonie, N.Y., formerly of Lawsonham, died Wednesday, July 11, 2007, in Albert Einstein Hospital in New York City following a long illness. Born, raised and educated in Lawsonham, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Perry Montgomery. Mrs. Moore relocated to New York City 60 years ago and worked in the food service industry as a waitress, most recently at the Blue Sea Restaurant in Manhattan. She was married to Edwin G. Moore Sr., who preceded her in death in 2005. Surviving are two children, Susann DiRusso of the Bronx, N.Y., and William E. Moore of Colonie, N.Y. Mrs. Moore was preceded in death by a son, Edwin G. Moore Jr. She also is survived by seven cherished grandchildren; a sister, Lois Bickler of Middletown; and cousins and family in western Pennsylvania. An inurnment service will take place at a later date in the Gerald B.H. Solomon-Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville, N.Y. Arrangements are under the direction of the Parker Bros. Memorial Funeral Home Inc. of Watervliet, N.Y. Howard Lawrence Schultz, formerly of Oil City, died March 20, 2007, in Northwest Medical Center in Coconut Creek, Fla. Born Oct. 27, 1932, in Oil City, he was the son of Rose and Joseph Schultz. Mr. Schultz graduated from Staunton Military Academy and then Cornell University where he met Nancy Siegel and they were married in 1954. After serving with the U.S. Army in Japan, he returned home to work in the family business, the Oil City Variety Store. In the 1990s, Mr. and Mrs. Schultz moved to Maryland where Mr. Schultz owned One Stop News in the George Washington University Mall. An avid runner since his teens, Mr. Schultz competed in numerous marathons. He loved books, crossword puzzles, old movies, bridge and golf, and most of all, he loved his family. Surviving are his daughters, Amy Strauss of Woodcliff Lake, N.J., and Carla Schultz-Skraly of Westboro, Mass., and their spouses, Michael Strauss and Sam Skraly; and his grandchildren, Schuyler and Zachary Strauss and Chloe and Madison Skraly. He also is survived by his brother, DJ Schultz of Pittsburgh. Burial was in Beth Israel Cemetery in Woodbridge, N.J., next to his beloved wife, Nancy. Nancy Siegel Schultz, formerly of Oil City, died Dec. 16, 2006, in Hackensack University Hospital in New Jersey. Born July 25, 1933, in New York City, she was the daughter of Harry and Celia Siegel. She attended Bronx Science and then Cornell University where she met Howard Schultz and they were married in 1954. While her husband served his tour of duty with the U.S. Army, stationed in Japan, Mrs. Schultz taught remedial English to U.S. soldiers stationed there. Mr. and Mrs. Schultz returned to Oil City where she became an English teacher, first at Rocky Grove High School and then at Oil City High School, and earned her MA from Allegheny College, Meadville. Up until the day she died, she was in contact with many of her former students who spoke of the influence and impact she had on their lives. A firm believer in the power of education, Mrs. Schultz enrolled in Duquesne University Law School at age 40, commuting the 90 miles each way at night and continuing to teach during the day. Upon graduation, she became a public defender and then established a solo practice. In the 1990s, Mrs. Schultz and her husband moved to Maryland and she became corporation counsel for the District of Columbia. In 2000, they retired to Coconut Creek, Fla., and Lakewood, N.J. Surviving are her daughters, Amy Strauss of Woodcliff Lake, N.J., and Carla Schultz-Skraly of Westboro, Mass., and their spouses, Michael Strauss and Sam Skraly; and her grandchildren, Schuyler and Zachary Strauss and Chloe and Madison Skraly. Burial was in Beth Israel Cemetery in Woodbridge, N.J., next to her beloved husband, Howard. Shirley J. Reagle Vogus-Burke, 74, of Tavares, Fla., died Jan. 26, 2007, at home with her loving husband, William L. Burke, and caregivers after a long and courageous battle with congestive heart failure. Born Feb. 25, 1932, in Titusville, she was the daughter of the late Charles R. and Velola V. Reagle. She was a graduate of Titusville High School. Mrs. Vogus-Burke sold Avon Cosmetics and Beeline Clothes and also worked at Oil City Hospital as a nurse's aide. She was a certified nursing assistant for Polk State School and Hospital for approximately 20 years, retiring in 1992. She was married Sept. 2, 1950, to Clarence I. Vogus, who died Nov. 11, 1992. In 1995, she moved from Pennsylvania to Florida and was married Feb. 24, 2001, to Bill Burke of Tavares, Fla. He survives. Mrs. Vogus-Burke was a member of the Lake Square Presbyterian Church of Leesburg, Fla., the VFW Auxiliary and the Aqua-Knots Boat Club. She was an avid bowler and enjoyed swing band, line dancing, ceramics and being creative in the art of crocheting. Although she had many interests, her great love was spending time with her husband, Bill, and helping her children and their families. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are his five children, Mike, Barbara, Judi, Bobby and Steve; a brother, Darrell Reagle of Ohio; two daughters, Connie Hedglin of Cordes Lakes, Ariz., and Col. Diana Bodner of Folsom, Calif.; a son, Major Ronald Vogus of Fayetteville, N.C.; a grandson, Michael, of Arizona; three granddaughters, Carson, Molly and Stephanie of North Carolina; an aunt, Frances Wood of Corry; and a number of cousins, nephews, nieces and many friends. A graveside service and burial, open to family and friends, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 21, in the Jerusalem Corners Cemetery in Pleasantville. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Lake and Sumter Inc., 12300 Lane Park Road, Tavares, Fla., 32778-9972. Mary Louise McCullough Winkler Mary Louise McCullough Winkler, formerly of Bellevue and Naples, Fla., died Tuesday, July 10, 2007, in St. Barnabas Village in Gibsonia. Mrs. Winkler was a graduate of Duquesne University, Pittsburgh. She was a registered nurse and formerly taught nursing at Mercy and Allegheny General hospitals in Pittsburgh. Mrs. Winkler was married to Richard J. Winkler, who preceded her in death. Surviving are three children, Richard Winkler of Titusville, Peter M. Winkler and wife, Jennifer, of Franklin and Susan Nolan and husband, Joseph, of Bellevue; and grandchildren, Marisa, Richard, Rosemarie and Peter J. Winkler, Bridget, Kathleen and Michael Nolan. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Rosemarie. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday in the Lawrence T. Miller Funeral Home Inc., 460 Lincoln Ave., Bellevue. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Church of the Assumption in Bellevue. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery, Pittsburgh. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Rosemarie Winkler Scholarship Fund, Wheeling Jesuit University, 316 Washington Ave., Wheeling, W.Va., 26003.

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The Derrick, July 13, 2007: George B. Garbarino, Clarion Sylvia G. Moore, Colonie, N.Y., formerly of Lawsonham George B. Garbarino, 93, a longtime Clarion resident, died Wednesday, July 11, 2007, in St. Vincent Health Center, Erie. Born Feb. 21, 1914, in Brynedale, he was the son of Leo H. and Margarette Hayes Garbarino. He had 10 siblings, seven of whom preceded him in death. In 1935, the Garbarino family moved to Clarion where George started and managed a Nationwide grocery store; his father operated a Firestone Store; and his brother, Hayes, build and ran the Garby Theatre which was named for his father, with all three businesses located on Main Street in Clarion. In 1956, Mr. Garbarino opened and managed the Super Value Market at the east end of Clarion. The market eventually became the BiLo store. He was an active member of the community, being a founding member of the Autumn Leaf Festival; was an officer of the Chamber of Commerce; a member of the advisory board of First Seneca Bank; and chairman of various charitable fund raisers. Mr. Garbarino was a member of the Elks and VFW and was a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He was married to Frances McDonald who died June 19, 2001. Three of their six children preceded them in death. Surviving are a son, Barry and his wife, Gwen, of Evergreen, Colo., a daughter, Judy Siegel of Erie, and a son, Jack and his wife, Denise, of Charleston, S.C.; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home, Clarion. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Immaculate Conception Church, Main Street, Clarion. Memorials may be made to the George B. Garbarino Scholarship, in care of the Clarion University Foundation, Clarion, 16214; or to St. Mary's Home, 607 E. 26th St., Erie, 16504. Sylvia G. Moore Sylvia G. Moore, 84, of Colonie, N.Y., formerly of Lawsonham, died Wednesday, July 11, 2007, in Albert Einstein Hospital in New York City. Parker Bros. Memorial Funeral Home in Watervliet, N.Y., is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Saturday in The Derrick.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: kissy111 Surnames: king Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/680.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Did you find the info on Claire? I have her as Claire Virginia King, daughter of John P C King and Bertha Stahlman. She married Charles M King, son of William H King & Dorcas Harriett Guthrie on 12/21/1951. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

The Derrick, July 12, 2007: Hubert Jack Bartlett, Ormond, Fla., formerly of Oil City Arthur E. Berko, Reedsville James Earl Dotterer Jr., Rimersburg George B. Garbarino, Clarion Edward Earl Shields, 2360 Rockland Road, Cranberry Hubert Jack Bartlett Hubert Jack Bartlett, 87, a former Oil City resident and a 1938 graduate of Oil City High School, died Friday, June 22, 2007, at an Alzheimer's care facility in Ormond, Fla. He served a tour of duty in the U.S. Navy during World War II, then returned to Oil City where he lived with his family for many years while working as a patternmaker at Oil Well Supply. Arthur E. Berko Arthur E. Berko, 60, of 47 Taylor Drive, Reedsville, Pa., died at 11:06 a.m. Tuesday, July 10, 2007, in Milton S. Hershey Medical Center 's Surgical Intensive Care Unit. Born April 12, 1947, in Bronx, N,Y., he was the son of the late Eugene and Hannah Cohen Berko. He was a Vietnam veteran of the U.S. Navy and was a member of the elite Silent Service/Submarine Service. He was a sonar technician who served on board the USS Simon Bolivar, on which his son later served, the USS Abraham Lincoln, USS Senate, USS Trout and the Submarine Tender USS Canopus. Mr. Berko worked for Macy's Department Store and Minit Mart in Belleville. He previously was employed in sales for Metropolitan Life, Bell Telephone and Southern Bell Telephone where he retired. He was a past member of the Burnham Lions Club. Mr. Berko was an avid bowler in several leagues throughout his life. On Jan. 5, 2004, he bowled a perfect game of 300. He also was an animal lover. He was an old salt and a fisherman and loved his New York Yankees. He was a best friend for many people in his life. Mr. Berko was married April 27, 1968, to Linda L. Schulze, who survives. Also surviving are his mother-in-law, Betty J. Schulze of Lewistown; a son, Andrew J. and wife, Yvonne El Berko of Berlin, N.J., and grand-pup, Max; a daughter, Sarah R.R. Berko Eroh and husband, Justin T. Eroh, of State College; grandchildren, Sydney Kenepp of Yeagertown and John C. Snyder of Oil City; sister and brother-in-law, Diane and Kenneth Nosonowitz of Barefoot Bay, Fla.; brother and sister-in-law, Bernard, deceased, and Glenda Berko of California, children, Hanna, Beth and Ronald; nephew and wife, Phillip and Diane Nosonowitz of New Rochelle, N.Y., and children, Sasha, Daniel and Christine; niece and husband, Lisa and Mark Doris of New Rochelle, N.Y., and children, Lauren Varian and Marissa Varian; brother-in-law and wife, Robert and Joanne Schulze of Shillington and children, Lisa, Robert and Steven; sister-in-law, Peggy A. and Floyd R. Milhan of Egg Harbor Township, N.J., and children, Christopher and Matthew; brother-in-law, David L. and Lynn Schulze of Reedsville and children, Meagan and Avery. Family and friends will be received from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday in the home of David and Lynn Schulze, 28 Estella Drive, Reedsville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Colitis/Chron's Foundation, 444 Park Ave., South 11th Floor, New York, New York, 10016-7374, or to Mifflin/Juniata American Cancer Society, 342 South Logan Blvd., Burnham, 17009. James Earl Dotterer Jr., 64, of 1595 Lawsonham Road, Rimersburg, died Wednesday morning, July 11, 2007, in his residence following an extended illness. Born July 17, 1942, in Scrubgrass Township, Venango County, he was the son of James Earl and Helen Patterson Dotterer. He served in the Air Force from 1961 to 1964. Mr. Dotterer was a welder by trade and retired June 29, 2007, from Miller Welding of Brookville. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and camper. Mr. Dotterer was a member of the Rimersburg Rod and Gun Club, enjoyed four-wheeler riding, gardening and spending time with family. He was of the Protestant faith. Mr. Dotterer was married Aug, 20, 1999, to Sherry LaRaye Halstead, his loving wife and best friend who survives. Also surviving are four children, Roxane Brink of Kittanning, Teresa Surratt of Clarion, Daniel Dotterer and fiancée, Michele Smerker of Clarion and David Matthew Dotterer and wife, Beverly, of Fisher; one stepdaughter, Ginni Overly and companion, Delton Barger, of Harrisville; nine grandchildren, Lindy Lipps, Lucas Leis, Tyana Dotterer, Cameron Davis, Zach Dotterer, Haley Dotterer, Codie Dotterer, Jessie Dotterer and Alista Dotterer; and numerous cousins, aunts and uncles. Mr. Dotterer was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home, Main Street, Rimersburg. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Kenton Shaw, a retired minister and cousin of Mr. Dotterer, officiating. Military honors will be accorded at the funeral home by members of the VFW and American Legion Ceremonial Squad of Rimersburg. A private burial will follow in Big Bend Cemetery, Venango County. George B. Garbarino George B. Garbarino, 93, a well-known Clarion businessman, died Wednesday afternoon, July 11, 2007, in St. Vincent Health Center, Erie. The Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Friday in The Derrick. Edward Earl Shields, 83, of 2360 Rockland Road, Cranberry, died Tuesday morning, July 10, 2007, at his home. Born March 18, 1924, in Oil City, he was a son of Orville J. and Mabel M. Hause Shields. Mr. Shields was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps in the European Theater of Operations. He worked at Joy Manufacturing, retiring in 1989. Mr. Shields attended the Heckathorn United Methodist Church. He enjoyed traveling all over the United States, especially Alaska, and spent winters in Florida. On Aug. 12, 1989, he married the former Isabelle McCauley Irwin, who survives. Also surviving are a son, Danny Shields and friend, Cathy King, of Franklin; five daughters, Pat Rosenburg and husband, Fred, of Cheyenne Wyo., Kitty Richards and husband, Doug, of New York, Marge McFetridge and husband, Pat, of Oil City, Terri Croyle and husband, Bud, of Rocky Grove and Deana Beach and husband, Larry, of Oil City; three stepchildren, Jerry Irwin and special friend, Stacy Fox, of Plumer, Kay Armagost and husband, Bob, of Oil City and Karen Flannigan and husband, Dan, of Oil City; 13 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; seven stepgrandchildren; and one step-great-grandchild. He also is survived by two brothers, Lewis Shields and wife, Marge, of New Castle and Peter Shields and wife, Nadine, of Arizona. In addition to his parents, Mr. Shields was preceded in death by his first wife, Audrey Shields; an infant son; three sisters; three brothers; and a grandson, Matt McDougal. 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. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Pat Ellis, pastor of the Heckathorn United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Heckathorn United Methodist Church.

The Derrick, July 11, 2007: Frances E. McCoy Gordon, Emlenton Edward E. Shields, 2360 Rockland Road, Cranberry Kandyce A. Swartfager, Distant Frances E. McCoy Gordon, 97, of McCoy Road, Emlenton, died at 12:20 p.m. Monday, July 9, 2007, in her residence following a brief illness. Born June 4, 1910, in Scrubgrass Township, Venango County, she was the daughter of Plumer V. and Cora M. Leyda Eakin. She had lived the majority of her life in the Emlenton area. She was the last remaining member of her Clintonville High School Class of 1927, which marked its 80-year reunion June 23. Earlier in life, Mrs. Gordon was a member of the East Unity Presbyterian Church in Cherry Valley Borough, Butler County, and after her marriage she became a very active member of the Scrubgrass Stone Church where she played piano for the Sunday school classes each week until her 80s. She also belonged to the Clara Counter Bible Class of the church. Mrs. Gordon was very helpful and cheerful and was a devoted housewife and mother. She enjoyed reading, gardening, raising flowers, quilting, needlework and baking. She was an active farm wife who enjoyed the many tasks involved to keep a farm operating. She started writing poetry at age 73 and wrote until she was 96. She had written 14 complete books of poetry about her family and life's experiences. She also played the piano in the Scrubgrass Grange Band which included three generations of her family. Surviving are three children, Jean M. Milliron and husband, Vernon E., and Joseph P. McCoy and wife, Susan E., all of Emlenton, and John C. McCoy of Polk; two stepdaughters, Mae McGinnis and husband, Mac, of Emlenton and Helen Reichart and husband, Eugene, of Pittsburgh; grandchildren, Cathy R. and Michelle D. McCoy of Emlenton, Philip N. McCoy and wife, Anoma D., of Mountain View, Calif., Daniel J. McCoy and wife, Stephanie, of Sarver, Stephen E. Milliron and wife, Frances, of Emlenton and Scott E. Milliron and wife, Melissa, of Harrisville; and great-grandchildren, Joshua, Jack and Katie McCoy of Sarver. In addition to her parents and both husbands, she was preceded in death by a brother, Clarence P. Eakin, July 30, 1998, and two stepdaughters, Mary Young and June Kemery. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Larry E. McKinley Funeral Home, 109 Emlenton St., Clintonville. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Scrubgrass Stone Church where visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until time of services. The Rev. David L. Johnson of the First Baptist Church, Grove City, the Rev. David Bright of the Scrubgrass Stone Church and the Rev. Scott Fleming of the Rocky Springs Presbyterian Church, will officiate. The family suggests memorials be sent to the VNA of Venango County. 176 E. Bissell Ave., Oil City, 16301, or to a charity of one's choice. Edward E. Shields Edward E. Shields, 83, of 2360 Rockland Road, Cranberry, died Tuesday morning, July 10, 2007, in his residence. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick. Kandyce A. Swartfager Kandyce A. Swartfager, 60, of 141 Pheasant Farm Road, Distant, died at 5:18 a.m. Monday, July 9, 2007, in UPMC Pittsburgh. Born July 14, 1946, in Moriah, N.Y., she was the daughter of Arthur and Dorothy Pooler Carpenter. Mrs. Swartfager was a homemaker. She was married March 25, 2000, to Terry A. Swartfager, who survives. Also surviving are three sons, Eric A. Sherman of Saranac Lake, N.Y., Jeffrey W. Sherman of Essex, N.Y., and Brian A. Sherman of Albany, N.Y.; and three grandchildren, Thomas E. Sherman, Adam N. Sherman and Zachary Sherman. She also is survived by her father and her stepmother, Arthur and Honora Carpenter of Westport, N.Y.; one sister, Bonnie Lawrence of Clarksville, N.Y.; two stepchildren, Michelle Lynn Dileo of Harmarille and Brian A. Swartfager of Tampa, Fla.; and two stepgranddaughters, Kylie and Makayla Dileo. Mrs. Swartfager was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Carpenter, and one brother, Michael Carpenter. There will be no visitation. A graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family. The Alcorn Funeral Home of Hawthorn is in charge of arrangements.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: publicgenealogy Surnames: Romberger, Ramberger, Rumberger, Rombarger, Rambarger, Rumbarger, Rauchenberger, Raumberger, Raumbarger, Rauenberger Classification: biography Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/2234/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Whatever the spelling- Romberger, Ramberger, Rumberger, Rombarger, Rambarger, Rumbarger, Rauchenberger, Raumberger, Raumbarger, Rauenberger- we're all here... 25 years since the first reunion, and 254 years in the US! The legendary Romberger All-Family Reunion is happening again this year at St. John's (aka the "Hill Church") overlooking Berrysburg, PA, which is ground zero for many Rombergers. Besides outstanding food and socializing, this reunion helps people share and investigate their genealogy, even as far back as before the 1753 landing in the US of the first immigrant ancestor, Bartel aka Bartholmaus. And it's just fun! If you're linked, whether you can go or not, please visit the website to learn more about: - getting your name on the snail-mail family mailing list for events via a Response Sheet you can print out - supporting thru contributions ongoing research on the family in Germany - volunteering time or talents to ensure the reunions continue - bringing younger folks into the reunion fold for the future For more details please see http://rombergers.tripod.com/rombergerallfamilyreunion/index.html Hope to see you there! 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: finnefrock Surnames: finnefrock-Amway Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/2232.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi,thanks for replying. My father was Lawrence E Finnefrock(deceaseed 1983) and my mother was Joan E (Amway) Finnefrock(deceased 1983). I do not know my grandfathers name on my fathers side,but his mother was Ethel Auchenback.( deceased unknown year). I do not know my grandmothers name on my mothers side, but her father was John C Amway.(deceased about 1962). 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.

Good afternoon. Just a note: I don't think I ever told you that I graduated from Bowling Green. Harry ----- Original Message ----- From: "Lori Terwilliger" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, July 10, 2007 11:17 AM Subject: Re: [PACLARIO] looking for relative > Al, > > As far as I know, the Derrick doesn't have an archives. I wish it did. > > > Lori Terwilliger > Bowling Green Ohio > > BEERS, BOWERSOX, GULNAC, HUMPHREY, MOODY, MYERS, POTTER, SHARP, SHOUP, > STAHLMAN, TERWILLIGER > > Genealogy without documentation is nothing. > > > > > > ------------------------------- > 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 >

The Derrick, July 10, 2007: Patricia A. Carlson Aloisio, Tionesta, formerly of Brentwood James E. Conner, New Bethlehem Edward J. "Toby" Moran, 55 Mineral St., Oil City Carol L. Prestridge, Franklin Patricia A. Carlson Aloisio of Tionesta, formerly of Brentwood, died Saturday, July 7, 2007, in her residence. Mrs. Aloisio was married to Michael Raymond Aloisio, who survives. Also surviving are three children, Michael Shawn Aloisio and wife, Stephanie, and Angela Nicole Madden and husband, James, all of Brentwood, and Nicholas Raymond Aloisio of Tionesta; and grandchildren, Maci, Mitchell, Christopher Joseph and Mackenzie Aloisio and Julia, Matthew and Noah Madden. She also is survived by three sisters, Joy Sandner and husband, Howard, of Pittsburgh, Ingrid Epperson and husband, Carl, of Virginia Beach, Va., and Kathy Hrala and husband, Frank, of Bon Air, Pittsburgh; and a brother, Charles Carlson and wife, Victoria, of Kansas City, Mo. Visitation and funeral services were held in the John F. Slater Funeral Home Inc., 4201 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh. A memorial service for friends and family will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in the Aloisio residence in Tionesta. The family suggests contributions be made to the Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice, P.O. Box 668, Knox, 16232. James E. Conner, 89, of 2948 Route 66, New Bethlehem, died Sunday, July 8, 2007, in Clarview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Sligo. Born May 9, 1918, in Clarion, he was the son of Edward A. and Mary I. Reinsel Conner. He served two tours of duty from 1937 to 1945 with the U.S. Army during World War II. Mr. Conner was employed as a laborer for Crawford Furniture in Fairmount City. He was a member of St. Charles Church in New Bethlehem and the Knights of Columbus. Mr. Conner was married Oct. 12, 1940, to Kathryn E. Biehm, who died Aug. 20, 1989. Surviving are three sons, J. Michael Conner of Nicktown. Raymond D. Conner and wife, Jean, of Mayport and Jerome F. Conner and wife, Diane, of Sligo; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He also is survived by a brother, John Conner of Beaver. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Conner was preceded in death by three brothers, Joseph, Harrold and Fredrick Conner; and one sister, Agness Gourley. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Alcorn Funeral Home, Hawthorn. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday in St. Charles Church, New Bethlehem, with the Rev. William Laska, pastor, presiding. Interment will be in Saint Nicholas Cemetery, Limestone Township, Clarion County. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society. Edward J. 'Toby' Moran Edward J. "Toby" Moran, 85, of 55 Mineral St., Oil City, died at 4:10 a.m. Monday, July 9, 2007, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca, following an extended illness. Born Nov. 3, 1921, in Oil City, he was the son of Jacob and Barbara Rwonska Moran. Mr. Moran attended the Assumption School and graduated from St. Joseph High School. He was a veteran of World War II, serving as a private first class in the United States Army. Mr. Moran worked many years at The Derrick, Seneca Printing and later at Citizens Bank as a commercial pressman. He was a member of St. Stephen Church in Oil City. Mr. Moran also was a member of the Pulaski Club and the Eagles Club. He enjoyed bowling, golfing, playing cards, taking trips to Atlantic City and was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers. He also was an avid reader of western novels. Mr. Moran had been a softball umpire for many years. He was married Aug. 2, 1952, in the Assumption B.V.M. Church to Julia Ann Poweska, who preceded him in death Feb. 21, 1977. Surviving are three children, Kathleen Shirey and husband, Daniel, of Apollo, Edward Moran and wife, Sally, of DuBois and John Moran of Oil City; and three grandchildren, Joseph and Matthew Shirey and Julia Moran. He also is survived by one brother, Frank Moran of Oil City; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Moran was preceded in death by four brothers, Matthew, Walter, Chester and an infant, Joseph Moran; and one sister, Sally Michalik. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Reinsel Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Assumption B.V.M. Church with the Rev. Matthew Ruyechan presiding. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the VNA or VNA Hospice. Condolences may be sent to www.reinselfuneralhome.com Carol L. Prestridge 55, of 325 Sugarcreek Drive, Franklin, died at 12:20 p.. Sunday, July 8, 2007, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca, following an extended illness. Born Jan. 4, 1952, in Oil City, she was the daughter of the late Donald L. and Dorothy Louise Hoover Biles. >From 1981 through 1986, Mrs. Prestridge was the executive director of the Easter Seals Society of Western Pennsylvania. During her tenure there, she not only touched the lives of many young people but also aided in fostering in them and their families hope and guidance for the future. In 1986, Mrs. Prestridge left her position with Easter Seals to become a social worker for Venango County Children and Youth Services. Until declining healthy forced her early retirement, she thoroughly enjoyed being with the children and aiding in their welfare. She will be remembered by those, especially the children, who had come to know and trust in her. Mrs. Prestridge was a faithful member of the Sugarcreek United Methodist Church where she enjoyed singing and taking part as a member of the church choir. She also was a long-time member of the Valley Grove School Board. As her health permitted, she enjoyed gardening and especially raising flowers around her home. She especially enjoyed spending time with her labrador retriever, Angel. Mrs. Prestridge was married in Tucson, Ariz., Aug. 9, 1980, to Tom H. Prestridge, who survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Kelli L. Prestridge of Franklin; and a special uncle and aunt, Harold "Buzz" Hoover and his wife, Alice, of Mercer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant brother, Richard Biles, in 1957. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. John V. King, pastor of the Sugarcreek United Methodist Church, officiating. Private interment will follow in Lamey Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sugarcreek United Methodist Church Building Fund, 869 Buttermilk Hill Road, Franklin, 16323.

Al, As far as I know, the Derrick doesn't have an archives. I wish it did. Lori Terwilliger Bowling Green Ohio BEERS, BOWERSOX, GULNAC, HUMPHREY, MOODY, MYERS, POTTER, SHARP, SHOUP, STAHLMAN, TERWILLIGER Genealogy without documentation is nothing.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: PatrickHenry7784 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/2232.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Do you have any more information than that? Who was your mother? Who are your siblings? Who are your grandparents? Since you posted on the Clarion PA board, I assume your family is from Clarion Co. Pa. If you want someone to connect with your family, you HAVE to give more information to help us make a connection. 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.

There was a Finnefrock in Franklin in the 50s and following. He was written up in the Derrick two or three years ago. Seems he was a rather well known inventor. You might check the archives (www.thederrick.com ) The family had roots in the Clarion/Armstrong/Jefferson County area. Al Plyler A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out. ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, July 09, 2007 6:34 PM Subject: Re: [PACLARIO] looking for relative > This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. > > Author: PatrickHenry7784 > Surnames: > Classification: queries > > Message Board URL: > > http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/2232.1/mb.ashx > > Message Board Post: > > Do you have any more information than that? Who was your mother? Who are > your siblings? Who are your grandparents? Since you posted on the Clarion > PA board, I assume your family is from Clarion Co. Pa. If you want someone > to connect with your family, you HAVE to give more information to help us > make a connection. > > 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 >

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The Derrick, July 9, 2007: Kyel L. Haney, 207 E. Fourth St., Oil City F. Miriam Hummel, Guys Mills Mary Lou Kritikos, Port Vue Carol L. Prestridge, 325 Sugarcreek Drive, Franklin Kyel L. Haney, 80, of 207 E. Fourth St., Oil City, died at 7:31 p.m. Friday, July 6, 2007, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca, following an extended illness. Born Aug. 21, 1926, in Franklin, he was the son of Leo P. and Leona V. Greggs Haney. Mr. Haney attended Franklin area schools. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army as a MP, with duty in the European Theater of Operations. Mr. Haney's working career started at the General Manifold in Franklin and from there he went to work for the Pennzoil Refining Co. in Rouseville, retiring after 35 years of service. He was a member of St. Stephen Church. Mr. Haney was a loyal member of the Oil City Eagles Club where many acknowledged him as one of the best card players around. In earlier years, Mr. Haney enjoyed dancing, fishing, bowling and playing pool and cards and the camaraderie with his family and friends. He was the 1961 duckpin bowling champion of the Oil City Merchant League. He was married Aug. 12, 1950, in St. Joseph Church to the former Sebastiana Zamora, who survives. Also surviving are six children, Gary Haney of Millbrook, Ala., Michael Haney of Oil City, Mary Lockwood and husband, Howard, of Tampa, Fla., Patricia Young and husband, Robert, of Arvada, Colo., Cindy Bennett of Roanoke, Texas, and Theresa Ragon and husband, Matt, of Oil City; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Marion Simonis. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Reinsel Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday in St. Stephen Church with the Rev. Matthew Ruyechan, pastor, presiding. Military honors will follow in the church after Mass. A luncheon then will follow at the home of Theresa and Matt Ragon, 106 Maple Ave., Oil City. Interment will be held at a later date in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the VNA Foundation, the Area Agency on Aging or to St. Stephen Church 2nd Century Fund. Condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com F. Miriam Hummel, 81, of Guys Mills, died Sunday, July 8, 2007, in Wesbury's Grace Health Center, Meadville, where she resided for the past six months. She had resided from May 1954 to October 2006 on Route 27 in the Village of Black Ash, Guys Mills. Born May 25, 1926, in Norristown, she was a daughter of Christian and Lydia Hemighaus Huber. She graduated in 1943 from Eisenhower Senior High School in Norristown and graduated in 1946 from the Philadelphia General Hospital School of Nursing. She was a member of the Cadet Nurse Corps when in training. Mrs. Hummel worked as a registered nurse at Philadelphia General Hospital for one year before briefly working at Franklin Hospital and then was employed until 1974 at Titusville Hospital. She and her husband owned and operated Hummel's Gun Shop from 1981 to 1995 from their home in Black Ash. Always putting others before herself and trying to make a difference in the field of medicine, Mrs. Hummel participated for decades in Nurses' Health Study of Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Mass. In January 2005 when having difficulty swallowing and later in speaking she was diagnosed with progressive bulbar palsy, a nerve disorder that left her speechless by May 2006. Never losing her sense of humor, she laughed in the face of adversity by using the e-mail address of "speechless" after learning about computers at age 77. In December 2006 she was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's Disease, received a feeding tube in January 2007 and soon after went to Wesbury. Always being independent and able to fend for herself, her biggest difficulty throughout these times was needing others to do for her. Mrs. Hummel was of the Protestant faith. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and doing crossword puzzles prior to her illness. She was married March 7, 1949, to the love of her life, Harold E. Hummel, who preceded her in death Feb. 22, 2003. Surviving are four children, Kathy A. Huber and husband, Gary, of Norristown, Larry E. Hummel and wife, Marjorie, of Lakeland, Fla., Bruce A. Hummel and wife, Deborah, of Kent, Ohio, and Lynn M. Hummel and companion, Roger W. Kaelin, with whom she briefly lived in Conneaut Lake after selling her home; seven grandchildren, Crystal M. Huber of Norristown, Yvonne Hummel Hickey and husband, Lonnie, of Cincinnati, Ohio, Melissa Hummel Sasser and husband, Aaron, of Monetta, S.C., Eric Hummel and wife, Karen, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Bryan Hummel of Kent, Ohio, Michael Rhoades and wife, LeAnn, of Meadville and Matthew Rhoades of Mount Hope, Guys Mills; five great-grandchildren; and three step-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Hummel was predeceased by her stepfather, William P. Aker Sr.; her sister, Margaret "Peggy" Huber Lee; and her brother, William P. Aker Jr. Calling hours will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Byham-Miller-Mizner Funeral Home, 404 Chestnut St., Meadville. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with her son, Bruce A. Hummel, officiating. Following cremation, burial will take place in Black Ash Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to The MDA Inc.-ALS Division, 2810 W 21st St., No 12, Erie, 16506; the Hospice of Crawford County, 448 Pine St., Meadville, or to Wesbury United Methodist Community, 31 Park Ave., Meadville, 16335. Mary Lou Kritikos, 68, of Port Vue, died Friday, July 6, 2007, at home. Born Aug. 14, 1938, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Bertha Hess Onder. Mrs. Kritikos was a former employee of National Record Mart Stores and former owner of Famous Records & Tapes in McKeesport. She was the wife of the late Samuel R. Kritikos. Surviving are two sons, Daniel Kritikos and wife, Tina, of the Meadville area and Timothy Kritikos and his fiancâ?se, Julie Balas, of Oil City; and two grandchildren, Holly and Samuel. She also is survived by three brothers, Cyril Onder of Laurel, Md., Joseph Onder of North Versailles and Jack Onder of Port Vue. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday in the William H. Craig Funeral Home Inc., 3000 Versailles Ave., McKeesport. A blessing service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in New St. Joseph Cemetery. Carol L. Prestridge Carol L. Prestridge, 55, of 325 Sugarcreek Drive, Franklin, died at 1:20 p.m. Sunday, July 8, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. The Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin, is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The News-Herald.