The Derrick, March 29, 2005: Harvey G. Barr, formerly of Rouseville Arlie E. Best, Knox Elsie M. Huff, Knox Lucas Ryan McClellan, 105 E. Fifth St., Oil City Margaret L. "Peggy" Fross Miller, Parker James R. "Big Bear" Slater, Greenville, formerly of Oil City Luella Jane Troy, formerly of Emlenton and Boyers Norman R. Davidson, getting it right Earl A. "Beezer" Hoover, getting it right Ruth Gibson Olson, getting it right Harvey G. Barr Harvey G. Barr, 58, formerly of Rouseville, died at 12:55 p.m. Monday, March 28, 2005, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca Born Sept. 27, 1946, in Oil City, he was the son of William Charles and Theresa J. Woloszyn Barr. Surviving are nine brothers, Charles Barr, Richard Barr, Ronald Barr, Donald Barr, Terry Barr, James Barr, Joe Barr, Arthur Barr and Alan Barr; and two sisters, Helen Cotton and Virginia Evans. In addition to his parents, Mr. Barr was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Jo Aites and Twila Marie Barr. There will be no visitation. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to a charity of one's choice. Arlie E. Best Arlie E. Best, 80, of Knox, died at 12:15 p.m. Sunday, March 27, 2005, in Beverly Healthcare-Shippenville. Born March 4, 1925, in Wentlings Corners, he was the son of William Henry and Dillie Sherry Best. Mr. Best attended public schools in Wentlings Corners until he enlisted in the armed forces. He was a World War II veteran, serving in the United States Navy as a seaman second class. He was the recipient of the Pacific Theater Ribbon, American Theater Ribbon, the Victory Medal and the Philippine Liberation Ribbon. Mr. Best was employed as a machinist for Joy Manufacturing in Franklin, retiring in 1966. He was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ in Knox. Mr. Best also was a member of the Parker VFW, the DeHart-Rossman-Wenner American Legion Post in Lamartine, the Knox Rod & Gun Club, the Bucktails and the Wentlings Corners Community Club. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, bowling, softball, gardening, farming and spending time with his grandchildren. Mr. Best was married June 14, 1969, to Mary R. Blair Burris, who survives. Also surviving are two sons and their wives, Edward and Ella Burris of Emlenton and Steve and Carla Burris of Shippenville; six grandchildren, Rob Burris of Shippenville, April Redding of Emlenton, Scott Burris of Wentlings Corners, Christie Burris of Slippery Rock, Carrie Burris of Grove City and Michael Deloe of Knox; five great-grandchildren; a numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Best was the last surviving member of his immediate family. In addition to his parents, Mr. Best was preceded in death by four sisters, Lueanna Rhoades, Agnes Van Goder, Mary Best and Freda Shoaff; and seven brothers, Floyd Best, Gerald Best, Ivan Best, Sossoman Best, Benton Best, James Best and Merle Best. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and Wednesday in the David C . McEntire Funeral Home, Knox. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Nancy Dunmire, pastor of St. Paul United Church of Christ, officiating. Interment with full military honors will follow in St. Paul Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the DeHart-Rossman-Wenner American Legion Post in Lamartine. Elsie M. Huff Elsie M. Huff, 75, of Knox, died early Monday morning, March 28, 2005, in Clarion Hospital following a brief illness. Born April 17, 1929, in Pine City, she was the daughter of Daniel and Josephine Perry Lechner. Mrs. Huff had worked at Sylvania Electric in Brookville for a number of years. She retired from Knox Glass Co., Knox, where she worked for 29 years. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star, Clarion Chapter. Mrs. Huff was married Oct. 16, 1948, to Paul G. Huff, who survives. Also surviving are one daughter and husband, Jean and Jack Kugler of Knox; a granddaughter, Michele "Mitch" Kugler of Shippenville; a grandson, Charles "Chuck" Kugler of Knox; and one great-grandson, Kyle Bish of Shippenville. She also is survived by a sister, Mary Barlett of Shippenville; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Huff was preceded in death by a brother, Plumer Lechner; and three sisters, Pamella Wilson, Telena Perrine and Flo Fasenmyer. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the William N. Rupert Mortuary in Knox. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Randy Evans, Clarion County Hospice chaplain, and the Rev. James Swogger, pastor of the Church of God in Distant, officiating. Interment will be in Venus Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children in Erie; the American Cancer Society; or to the Clarion Forest-VNA in Knox. Lucas Ryan McClellan Lucas Ryan McClellan, 21, of 105 E. Fifth St., died unexpectedly Monday morning, March 28, 2005, at his residence. Born Dec. 1, 1983, in Oil City, he was the son of Sherry Lynn Jackson McClellan and Clifford McClellan. He was a 2003 graduate of the Venango County vo-tech school with a major in computer programming. Mr. McClellan was involved with Little League baseball in his earlier years and enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowboarding and other outdoor sports and video games. He attended Calvary United Methodist Church. Surviving are his mother, Sherry Lynn Jackson McClellan of Oil City; a sister, Shannon Lee McClellan of Franklin; his father, Clifford McClellan of Titusville; maternal grandparents, Ted and Pearl Jackson of Oil City; an uncle, T.R. Jackson of Oil City; and several great aunts, great uncles and friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Merle and Ella McClellan. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. John Emigh, pastor of Calvary United Methodist Church, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to a charity of one's choice. Margaret L. 'Peggy' Fross Miller Margaret L. "Peggy" Fross Miller, 64, of Parker, died at 1:45 a.m. Monday, March 28, 2005, at her residence following a lingering illness. Born Nov. 11, 1940, in Parker, she was the daughter of Dorothy Snyder Fross of Parker and the late Blair Fross. She was a graduate of the former Parker Area High School. Mrs. Miller was employed for a brief time at the former Glass Containers Corp. of Parker. She also was employed as a hostess at the Emlenton Plaza, Exit 5, on I-80 for a period of time. She was a member of the Parker United Methodist Church. Mrs. Miller was a longtime member and officer of the Roy Calvin McGinnis VFW Post 7073 Ladies Auxiliary of Parker. She held the office of president several times and also was chaplain for many years. She was faithful to represent the VFW post at the Memorial and Veterans Day programs in the area. Surviving, in addition to her mother, are three daughters, Pamela Olama and husband, Hossien, of Orlando, Fla., Karen Zeigler of Fairbanks, Alaska, and Susan Myers and husband, Lee, of Parker; one son, Robert Zeigler of Fairbanks, Alaska; and 10 grandchildren, Jessica and Alex Olama, Tabitha, David, Julia, Benjamin, Candice and Aaron Cox, Elizabeth Zeigler-Brabham and Ana-Karin Brosnan. She also is survived by four sisters, Myrna Sabich and Sharon Kelly, both of Parker, Mrs. Stanley (Fayrene) Gardocky of New Castle and Mrs. Joseph (Patricia) Price of Cochranton; her longtime companion, Tony Davenport of Foxburg; a special longtime friend, Betty Jean Johns Patterson of Emlenton; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Karla Zeigler; a brother, Leonard Fross; and a sister, Joan Sokol. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. today in the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home, Wayne Street, Parker. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. today in the funeral home. Interment will be in Parker Presbyterian Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to Parker City Volunteer Fire Department or to PCVFD First Responders in Parker, 16049. James R. 'Big Bear' Slater James R. "Big Bear" Slater, 69, of 106 13th St., Greenville, formerly of Oil City, died at 12:40 p.m. Sunday, March 27, 2005, in the Oakland VA Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born April 14, 1935, in Oil City, he was the son of the late Harold W. and Beulah Slaughenhaupt Slater. Mr. Slater was a graduate of Oil City High School. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Mr. Slater was a truck driver all his life, retiring in 1989 after driving for various companies. He also owned and operated his own truck at one time. He was a member of the former Greencrest Baptist Church in Greenville. Mr. Slater was married Aug. 18, 1968, to the former Charlotte S. Schneider, who survives. Also surviving are three sons, James R. Hughes and wife, Shirley, of Slippery Rock, Jeffrey A. Hughes of Transfer and Joel T. Hughes and wife, Tina, of Hermitage; seven grandchildren, James Hughes II, Marci Waleff, Joel Hughes II, Jessica Hughes, Autumn Bees, Charann Hughes and Robin Hughes; two great-grandchildren, Elyse Hughes and Alexa Waleff. He also is survived by two sisters, Betty Bish of Erie and Joan Rooker and husband, Bruce, of Geneseo, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Andrew H. Osborne III Funeral Home Inc. in Greenville, with the Rev. David Cox, pastor of the First Baptist Church in Greenville, officiating. His cremains will be buried at a later date in the Rynd Farm Cemetery, Rouseville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the charity of one's choice. Condolences can be posted at www.osbornefuneralhome.com. Luella Jane Troy Luella Jane Troy, 94, formerly of Emlenton and Boyers, died Monday, March 28, 2005, in Sunnyview Home, Butler. Born Sept. 10, 1910, on the family farm in Marion Township, Butler County, she was the daughter of William Joseph and Sarah Jane Ruffener Steiner. Mrs. Troy was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church in Emlenton. She was a homemaker and was married to the late John F. Troy. Surviving are a number of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Troy was preceded in death by two sisters and three brothers. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the William F. Young Funeral Home, 132 Main St., West Sunbury. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Michael Catholic Church, Emlenton, with Msgr. Edward J. Zeitler of the Church of the Beloved Disciple, Grove City, presiding. Interment will be in St. Michael Cemetery, Emlenton. Getting it right Norman R. Davidson - Norman R. Davidson, 75, of 22718 Titusville Road, Pleasantville, died at 5:55 p.m. Friday, March 25, 2005, at his residence. A son-in-law, Edward Miller, preceded him in death. Getting it right Earl A. 'Beezer' Hoover - Earl A. "Beezer" Hoover, 79, of Fryburg, died Saturday, March 26, 2005, in Select Specialty Care at Hamot Medical Center, Erie. He was an usher for a number of years at St. Michael Church, Fryburg, before his injury. He was a member of the Fryburg Sportsman's Club for more than 50 years and also was a member of the Washington Township Volunteer Fire Co. in Fryburg. Getting it right Ruth Gibson Olson - Ruth Gibson Olson, 68, of 339 Crestview Drive, Franklin, died at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 26, 2005, in her residence. Among her survivors are five grandchildren, Meagan Marie Cooley, Shannon Nicole Cooley and Carson Brent Cooley, all of Frederick, Md., and Britney Leigh Lankford and J. Adam Lankford, both of Mechanicsville, Va.

The Derrick, March 28, 2005: Arlie E. Best, Knox Norman R. Davidson, Pleasanvtille Earl A. 'Beezer' Hoover, Fryburg Joseph Henry Kaltenbach, Lucinda James Henry Martin, formerly of 16 High St. Ruth Gibson Olson, Franklin Wendell F. 'Jake' Phillips, Titusville Edith L. Watts, St. Petersburg Arlie E. Best Arlie E. Best, 81, of Knox, died Sunday, March 27, 2005, in Beverly Healthcare-Shippenville. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The Derrick. The David C. McEntire Funeral Home of Knox is in charge of arrangements. Norman R. Davidson Norman R. Davidson, 75, of 22718 Titusville Road, Pleasantville, died at 5:55 p.m. Friday, March 25, 2005, at his residence. Born April 17, 1929, in Titusville, he was a son of the late John and Nora Seyboth Davidson. Mr. Davidson was a 1947 Titusville High School graduate. He was a retired manager with Prudential Insurance Company. Mr. Davidson also worked for Cyclops Specialty Steel Corp. He was a member of St. James Memorial Episcopal Church. Mr. Davidson enjoyed woodworking, taking care of his lawn, hunting, playing cards, and especially spending time with his grandchildren. He was married in 1949 to Barbara Schlosser, who survives in Pleasantville. Surviving are a son, Michael Davidson, of Titusville; four daughters, Tracy Miller and Lori Warth, both of Titusville, and Nan Davidson and Beth Davidson, both of Pleasantville; eight grandchildren, Christopher Davidson and wife, Amy, Andrea Winger and husband, Chris, Seth Davidson, Jim Miller, Jennifer Miller, Diana Warth, Caroline Warth and Amanda Davidson; a great-grandson, Benjamin Davidson; two brothers, Kenneth Davidson and wife, Barbara, of Titusville, and William Davidson and wife, Cynthia, of Florida; a sister, Betty Hoke, of Franklin; a brother-in-law, Gene Schlosser and wife, Jean, of Pleasantville; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Davidson was preceded in death by a brother, John Davidson Jr.; a sister-in-law, Edward Miller; and his father- and mother-in-law, Ralph and Gladys Schlosser. No public visitation will be held. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in St. James Episcopal Church, with the Rev. William French, interim priest, officiating. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. James Memorial Episcopal Church, 112 E. Main St., Titusville, 16354; the Hospice of Crawford County, 310 N. Monroe St., Titusville, 16354; Pleasantville Volunteer Fire Department, Pleasantville, 16341; or to the Titusville High School Alumni Association scholarship fund, 302 E. Walnut St., Titusville, 16354. The Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home of Titusville is in charge of arrangements. Earl A. "Beezer" Hoover Earl A. 'Beezer' Hoover, 79, of Fryburg, died Saturday, March 26, 2005, in Select Specialty Care at Hamot Medical Center, Erie. Born May 30, 1925, in Snydersburg, he was the son of Henry and Mabel Ginkel Hoover. Mr. Hoover attended Farmington School, Leeper. He was a member of St. Michael Church, Fryburg. His first job was working in the coal mines near Lucinda. He later worked at Niederriter Lumber and Koppers Lumber in Marble for 25 years. Mr. Hoover suffered an injury Oct. 24, 1972, at Koppers when he was 47. The incident left him paralyzed. During his work at Koppers he also drove truck for Motter and Guth on the weekends, as well as doing carpentry work for many of his friends and neighbors. After his injury he sharpened chainsaws at his home for many years. Mr. Hoover loved his grandchildren, baseball, gardening, old-time country music and visiting with his friends. He loved life and enjoyed it to the fullest and valued his family, friends, and neighbors above all. Mr. Hoover was married May 22, 1951, to the former Helen M. Denslinger, who survives. In addition to his wife he is survived by three sons, James Hoover and wife, Gail, of Honolulu, Hawaii, Bernard and wife, Jane, of Fryburg, Michael and wife, Karen, of Raleigh, N.C.; one daughter, Sharon "Sherry" and husband, Scott, Gilligan of Sligo; one granddaughter, Jamie Sehgal; six grandsons, Michael Emmel, Ryan Doutt, Matthew Hoover, Christopher Hoover, Kristopher Hoover and Curtis Courson; and two great-granddaughters, Mia Doutt and Shailey Sehgal. Also surviving are one sister, Grace Wolbert and husband, Charles, of Snydersburg; one brother, Leo Hoover and wife, Linda, of Erie; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond Hoover and Eugene Hoover; and one grandson Adam Hoover. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Faller Funeral Home Inc., Fryburg. A parish vigil service will be held at 8:45 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday in St. Michael Church with the Rev. David Poulson, pastor of the church, officiating. Interment will follow in St. Michael Cemetery following the Mass. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the St. Michael Church restoration fund or to the Visiting Nurses Association. Joseph Henry Kaltenbach Joseph Henry Kaltenbach, 75, of Lucinda, died Saturday night, March 26, 2005, at Clarion Hospital following an extended illness. Born August 21, 1929, in Marble, he was the son of the late Henry and Eva Eisenman Kaltenbach of Fryburg. Mr. Kaltenbach was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He worked for PennDOT until retiring in 1991. Mr. Kaltenbach was married Nov. 20, 1954, to the former Joan Wilson. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Nov. 20, 2004. In addition to his wife, Mr. Kaltenbach is survived by 13 children, Diane Becker and husband, Richard, of Lucinda, Roger Kaltenbach and fiancée, Sara Troup, of Lucinda, Randy Kaltenbach and wife, Debra, of Leeper, Jeff Kaltenbach, Tim Kaltenbach and wife, Charlotte, Bev Schmader and husband, Keith, and Laura Schmader and husband, Jeff, all of Lucinda, Patty Kaltenbach and her friend, Mike Williams, of Emlenton, Debbie Kaltenbach and Eric Kaltenbach of Lucinda, Kevin Kaltenbach and wife, Carol, of Cranberry, Matt Kaltenbach and wife, Shelley, of Shippenville, and Missy McCahan and husband, Greg, of Mifflinburg. Also surviving are 15 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; four brothers, Wayne Kaltenbach and wife, Martha, of Fryburg, Ray Kaltenbach of Lucinda, Harry Kaltenbach and wife, Donna, of Knox, and Rob Kaltenbach of Leeper. In addition to his parents, Mr. Kaltenbach was preceded in death by a brother, Regis Kaltenbach. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Borland Funeral Home Inc., Leeper. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at St. Joseph Church, Lucinda, with the Rev. Joseph Czarkowski, pastor of the church, officiating. Interment will follow in Cedarview Memorial Park. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Clarion-Forest VNA, the Farmington Area Ambulance Service or to the Multiple Sclerosis Society. James Henry Martin James Henry Martin, 79, formerly of 16 High St., Oil City, died at 9:42 p.m. Friday, March 25, 2005, at UPMC Northwest, Seneca. He had lived at the Oil City Presbyterian Home for the last two years. Born June 19, 1925, in Plumer, Mr. Martin was a son of the late Walter and Elizabeth Josephine Yashinski Martin. He attended St. Joseph schools. Mr. Martin was a World War II veteran, having served with the U.S. Navy in the Pacific Theater of Operations. He was a letter carrier in Oil City for 27 years until a stroke disabled him in 1973. He was a member of the National Association of Letter Carriers. An avid fisherman and hunter, he also enjoyed watching the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates. Mr. Martin had belonged to the Pulaski, PNA, Elks, Eagles and Moose clubs in Oil City. He was married Oct. 4, 1952, to the former Elizabeth M. Steirly at Our Lady Help of Christians Church. She preceded him in death March 15, 1996. Surviving are five children and their spouses, Deborah A. and Walter Campman of Oil City, Stephanie M. and David Ace of Franklin, Michael E. and Jeanine Martin of Henderson, Colo., Mary E. Pritchard and her fiancé, Tim Prenatt, of Dempseytown, and James P. Martin of Henderson, Colo.; one sister, Carol Ann Fitchner of Washington; two brothers, Clarence Eugene Martin of Arizona and Lawrence Martin of Washington; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Martin was preceded in death three brothers, Joseph, Glenn and Robert Martin. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Reinsel Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. John P. Malthaner, pastor of Our Lady Help of Christians, officiating. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Oil City Presbyterian Home or to Our Lady Help of Christians Church. Ruth Gibson Olson Ruth Gibson Olson, 68, of 339 Crestview Drive, Franklin, died at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 26, in her residence. Born Oct. 26, 1936, in New Castle, she was a daughter of James and Stella Margaret Maxwell Gibson. Mrs. Olson retired as a registered nurse in 1999 from the Franklin Area School District. She was a 1954 New Castle High School graduate and a 1957 graduate of Jameson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. She also graduated in 1979 with a bachelor's degree in education from Slippery Rock University. Mrs. Olson was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Franklin, were she was a Sunday school teacher and circle leader. She also was on the church's mission committee, altar guild, Flying Needles, membership care committee and worked in the kitchen for many dinners. She was a charter member of the Historic Preservation Association, a member of the Civic League of Franklin and a member of the Order of Eastern Star Morris Chapter No. 14. Mrs. Olson was a volunteer at The Caring Place and was a past Brownie and Girl Scout leader. She was married July 20, 1963, to Robert M. Olson, who survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Margaret Ann Cooley and husband, R. Brent, of Frederick, Md., and Patricia Jane Lankford and husband, Jeffery A., of Mechanicsville, Va.; and five step-grandchildren, Megan Marie Cooley, Shannon Nicole Cooley and Carson Brent Cooley, all of Fredrick, Md., and Britney Leigh Lankford and J. Adam Lankford, both of Mechanicsville, Va. Also surviving are two brothers, J. Donald Gibson and wife, Sally, of Cincinnati, Ohio, and G. Russell Gibson and wife, Bobbi, of New Castle; one brother-in-law, Glenn Means of Franklin; one sister, Doris M. Volbers and husband, William A. of Bethel Park; a sister-in-law, Janet K. Gibson, of Jamestown, N.Y.; and 13 nieces and nephews and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. Mrs. Olson was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Charles LeRoy Gibson and Paul W. Gibson; and her sisters, Emma Mary Gibson and Gladys Margaret Means. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home Inc., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the First United Methodist Church, Franklin, with the Rev. James Shaver, pastor of the church, officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the First United Methodist Church, Franklin. Wendell F. 'Jake' Phillips Wendell F. 'Jake' Phillips, 87, of 212 Bank St., Titusville, died at 4:25 p.m. Friday, March 25, 2005, at his residence after battling cancer since 1984. Born Dec. 25, 1917, in Seneca, he was a son of the late Carl Wendell and Genevieve Florence Field Phillips. Mr. Phillips attended a one-room schoolhouse in Pithole. He was a well-known businessman in the area. As a young man, Mr. Phillips opened his own auto body repair shop and progressed to owning a used car lot. He eventually opened his own new car dealership. Mr. Phillips was the developer of Phillips Estates in Pleasantville and owned numerous rental properties in the area. He most recently owned Phillips Used Auto Lot in Titusville. Mr. Phillips was a member of the Pleasantville Presbyterian Church. He also belonged to the Landlord Association, BPO Elks Lodge No. 264 in Titusville, and was a former member of the Titusville Area Chamber of commerce. Mr. Phillips was known as a very generous and caring man who loved collecting antique cars, going to auto auctions and area car shows. He also enjoyed playing and collecting guitars, and spent many winters at his home on Marco Island in Florida. Mr. Phillips is survived by one son, Wendell Field Phillips Jr., of Bowie, Texas; one daughter, Fawn Marie Phillips of Livingston, Texas; and six grandchildren, Stephen Phillips and his wife, Anna, of Pleasantville, Jessica LaGrandeur of Providence, R.I., Amber Dawn Phillips of San Angelo, Texas, Wendell F. Phillips III of Bowie, Texas, Laura Wishnok Deemer of Leroy, N.Y., and Sharon Deemer Plossl and husband, Joe, of Wyoming, N.Y. Also surviving are three great-grandchildren, Shawn LaGrandeur, Olivia LaGrandeur and Haley Marie Phillips; two special friends, Rosemary Rubaker and Jack Sutton; and his loyal dog, Jake, and cat, Spookie. Mr. Phillips was preceded in death by a daughter, Sherry Ann Phillips Rouse; two brothers, John Phillips and William Phillips; and one sister, Josephine Chesnut. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Pleasantville Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Taylor Camerer, pastor of the church, and the Rev. Joseph Kosarek, chaplain of Crawford County Hospice, officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Pleasantville. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Hospice of Crawford County, 310 N. Monroe St., Titusville, 16354; or to the Pleasantville Presbyterian Church, 155 E. State St., Pleasantville, 16341. Edith L. Watts Edith L. Watts, 84, of St. Petersburg, Clarion County, died at 3:53 a.m. Sunday, March 27, 2005, at Beverly Healthcare-Shippenville following an extended illness. Born Sept. 9, 1920, in St. Petersburg, she was the daughter of William M. and Mary C. Goughler Dittman. Mrs. Watts was a homemaker and of the Protestant faith. She enjoyed reading and playing cards. Mrs. Watts had been employed as an inspector at Continental Can Company in Oil City for more than 31 years. She was a member of the first graduating class of the new St. Petersburg High School in 1938. Mrs. Watts was married to Roy Elno Watts Jr., who preceded her in death Sept. 17, 1997. Surviving are a son William Wray and wife, Maxine, of St. Petersburg; a grandson, Michael D. Wray of St. Petersburg; a granddaughter, Valeri Jo Wray of Mountain Top; a sister, Pearl E. McFadden, of Eau Claire; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Watts was preceded in death by a brother, William Edward Dittman on Oct. 21, 1989; a half-brother, Fred McLaughlin; and a half-sister, Freida Surreena. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Hile Funeral Home Inc, 802 Grove Street, St. Petersburg. Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home the Rev. James Ellsmore, pastor of the St. Petersburg Fundamental Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in St. Petersburg Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1700, Chicago, Ill., 60601-7633.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Foringer, Wiles, Prior Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/5UC.2ACE/1.2 Message Board Post: My gg-grandfather was John Foringer Wiles of Pennsylvania. He was born abt 1840 and married Hannah Margaret Prior. I think I may have found him in the 1850 census for Armstrong County with mother named Mary. And if this is her, I believe her maiden name may have been Foringer, as I found a Joseph Wiles living near the Foringer's in the 1840 census. The reason I think these are John's parents are because John's children's names were DeWalt, Jacob, Joseph, John, etc. very much like Mary's children's names. Does any of this sound familiar to what you are working on? Anyone with more info or wanting more info may e-mail me at Pendcan@direcway.com. Thanks! Sandy

The Derrick, March 26, 2005: John Robert Carlson Jr., 509 Division St., Oil City John E. Freas, Seventh Avenue, Clarion June L. Fry, Sugar Creek Station, 351 Causeway Drive, Franklin Ryder Theodore Gilbert, 655 Stewart Run Road, Oil City Florence N. Heasley, Edinboro Jean V. Kaputa, Tionesta Frances D. McClearn, Stoneboro Larry E. Olson, 215 Gurney Road, Franklin John Robert Carlson Jr. John Robert Carlson Jr., 71, of 509 Division St., Oil City, died Thursday, March 24, 2005, at his residence. Born Sept. 13, 1933, in Oil City, he was a son of the late Janet Kagle and John Robert Carlson Sr. Mr. Carlson served in the U.S. Air Force in the early 1950s. He was a mold maker for Oilwell Supply for 37 years. He then worked for Warren Industries and Andover Industries, both of Meadville. Mr. Carlson enjoyed going to local baseball, football, softball and basketball games. Among his survivors are two sisters, Joan Kellogg, with whom he resided, and Doris Eakin of Kinsman, Ohio; 14 nieces and nephews and numerous great-nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Jean Emert, Patricia Dick and Sarah Carlson; two nieces, Linda Latchaw and Lisa Eakin; and one great-niece, Stacey Latchaw. There will be no visitation. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial gardens. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. John E. Freas John E. Freas, 87, of Seventh Avenue, Clarion, died Thursday, March 24, 2005, at DuBois Regional Hospital. Born Dec. 8, 1917, in Ringgold Township, Jefferson County, he was the son of the late Erdice M. and Florence Gahagen Freas. He was a 1936 graduate of Clarion High School and attended Grove City College. Mr. Freas was a World War II veteran and served as a captain in the U.S. Army field artillery. He retired in 1979 from Laughlin-Freas Motor Co. of Clarion, where he was a manager and partner. Mr. Freas was an active member and founder of Citizens Credit Corp. of Clarion. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Clarion for 74 years and served on the church council. He was the longest active member of the church. Mr. Freas was also a member of the Clarion American Legion, VFW, Kiwanis Club and Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Freas enjoyed traveling all 50 states, Canada and some of Mexico as well as abroad. He enjoyed fishing and was a member of Pinecrest Country Club. He was married July 10, 1941, at Grace Lutheran Church in Clarion to the former Joan Kroh, and she survives. In addition to his wife of Highland Oaks, Shippenville, also surviving are two daughters, Lucy J. Elder and her husband, Timothy, of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, and Florence Jane Pinkham and her husband, George, of Clark Range, Tenn.; a brother, William R. Freas of Henderson, N.C.; a sister, Eleanor Hohn of Bell Lane, Fla.; five grandchildren, Nathaniel, Capt. Mitchell and Darrick Elder, Amy Joann Yoder and Johnathan Pinkham; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Harold Freas. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Goble Funeral Home in Clarion. Military honors by the Clarion American Legion will be conducted at 7 p.m. today from the funeral home. Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday at Grace Lutheran Church with the Rev. Harold O. Jacobson officiating. Interment will be in Clarion Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Grace Lutheran Church in Clarion, Trout Unlimited or Sierra Madre Missions, 4570 Standing Rock Road, Deerlodge, Tenn., 37726. June L. Fry June L. Fry, 79, of Sugar Creek Station, 351 Causeway Drive, Franklin, died at 3:55 p.m. Thursday, March 24, 2005, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca after a period of failing health. Born April 15, 1925, in Franklin, she was the daughter of the late Elgie and Pearl A. Keith. She attended Franklin schools. Mrs. Fry was a homemaker. She was a member of the Franklin Salvation Army and enjoyed crocheting and embroidery. Mrs. Fry was married June 28, 1946, to Thomas A. Fry, and he preceded her in death Jan. 18, 1992. Among her survivors are three daughters, Rose Baker and her husband, Steven, of Utica, Mary O'Shall of Franklin and Christy Wadding and her husband, Ed, of Utica; two sons, Thomas A. Fry Jr. and his wife, Mary, of Utica, and James E. Fry and his wife, Sharon, of Sandy Lake; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a sister, Leoda Cramer of Franklin; and a brother, James Neely of Franklin. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Fry was preceded in death by her stepfather, Jake Neely; an infant son; four sisters, Frances Shuffstall, Bernice Early, Wilda Breitner and Ruth Daugherty; and two brothers, Robert Keith and Richard Neely. Friends will be received 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 conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Lee Cowfer, pastor of Brisben First Church of God, officiating. Interment will be in Lupher Cemetery, Canal Township, Venango County. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Salvation Army, 302 Thirteenth St., Franklin 16323. Ryder Theodore Gilbert Ryder Theodore Gilbert, 2 months old, of 655 Stewart Run Road, Oil City, died at 8:55 a.m. Thursday, March 24, 2005, at UPMC Northwest. Born Jan. 11, 2005, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca, he was the son of Ronald H. Gilbert Sr. and Karen C. Bruner Gilbert. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two brothers, Cody M. and Cameron R.H. Gilbert, and a sister, Mackenzie A. Gilbert, all at home; maternal grandmother, Alice Bruner of Oil City; paternal grandmother, Shirley Gilbert of Rouseville; and two great-grandmothers, Miriam Frain of Seneca and Virginia Gilbert of Miola. Also surviving are several aunts and uncles, Jim Yashinski and his girlfriend, Tammy, Bill and Lisa Gilbert, Dan and Ann Gilbert, Ted and Cindy Bruner and Richard Bruner, all of Oil City, and Chuck and Jenny Gilbert of Rouseville; and special friends Jim Fox of Oil City and Armond and Helen Ombres of Ambridge. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Theodore J. Bruner Sr.; paternal grandfather, Ronald H. Gilbert Sr.; great-grandparents, Oliver and Alice Brown, Sherley Gilbert and Wally Yashinski; and a cousin, Jeremy P. Bruner. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at the Morrison Funeral Home, 110 Petroleum St., Oil City. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Earl Flick, pastor of the Tionesta Church of God, officiating. Interment will be in Lamey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to a charity of one's choice. Florence N. Heasley Florence N. Heasley, 89, of Washington Township, Edinboro, died March 10, 2005, of natural causes at Memorial Hospital, Pembroke Pines, Fla. Born April 23, 1915, in the Borough of Croydon, London, England, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Harold and Mary Ann Walters Hirst. She graduated from Farmington High School in Leeper and Edinboro State University. Mrs. Heasley was a retired Spartansburg elementary school teacher and a world traveler, returning many times to her beloved England. She was a loving wife, caring teacher and terrific grandmother and great-grandmother. Mrs. Heasley is survived by her husband, Bernard Christopher Heasley; a daughter, Mary Lavelle Hassel and her husband, Alfred, of Pembroke Pines; two sons, Thomas Charles Heasley and his wife, Barbara Ruth, of Enon Valley, and Bernard Gary Heasley and his wife, Janice Marie, of Edinboro; and a sister, Julia Waters Ditz and her husband, Mex, of Fryburg. Also surviving are six grandchildren, Samuel and Jon Hassel and Thomas C. Jr., Dr. Eric C., Jennifer Lauren and Bryan Christopher Heasley; and eight great-grandchildren, Samuel, Morgan, Brittany and Jonathan Hassel and Kyle, Rachel, Jackson and Foster Heasley. Mrs. Heasley was preceded in death by a son, George Bernard Heasley; and a brother, George Bostaph. Mass of Christian Burial was held March 21 at St. Philip Roman Catholic Church in Crossington. The family suggests memorials be made to St. Joseph Indian School, Chamberlain, S.D., 57326. Jean V. Kaputa Jean V. Kaputa, 79, of Tionesta, died Thursday, March 24, 2005, at Beverly Health Care, Shippenville. Born April 26, 1925, in Titusville, she was the daughter of the late Ora and Letha Kitelinger McFadden. She and her husband were involved in many business ventures, including Kaputa Motor Sales and Frank P. Kaputa Used Car Sales, both of Tionesta, and K's Inn of Tidioute. Mrs. Kaputa loved nothing more then attending to her family and spending time with her grandchildren. At one time she was employed by Titusville Area Hospital as a nurse's aide. She was an avid NASCAR fan and loved her dearest companion, Macy, her pet dog. She was married Dec. 1, 1951, in Chapmanville, to Frank P. Kaputa, who died Sept. 6, 1999. Mrs. Kaputa is survived by a son, Garry P. Kaputa and his wife, Kathy, of Tionesta; a sister, Ann Bold Woodburn of Titusville; three grandchildren, Nicholas and Ryan Kaputa, both of Tionesta, and Melissa Kaputa of Seneca; two step-grandchildren, Deon Beane and Dana Heckman and her husband, Jack, all of Tionesta; one great-granddaughter, Lillie A. Kaputa of Seneca; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Cook. Friends will be received from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home, Tionesta. Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with the Rev. Randy L. Evans officiating. Interment will be at Riverside Cemetery, Tionesta. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society. Frances D. McClearn Frances D. McClearn, 82, of 1819 Harrisville Road, Stoneboro, died at 9:57 a.m. Thursday, March 24, 2005, from injuries she received in an automobile accident in Worth Township, Mercer County. Born July 3, 1922, in Stoneboro, she was the daughter of the late Daniel P. and Della M. Weaver Deel. She attended school in Stoneboro. In her early years, she worked for the Leroi Cann family, the Heinz Drug Store in Stoneboro and the Lakeview School cafeteria. She retired in 1987 from George Junior Republic of Grove City. Following her retirement, she was employed by Barbour Brothers Nursery of Stoneboro. Mr. McClearn was a member of Stoneboro United Methodist Church where she was a member of the RTS (ready to serve) class. She attended Sandy Lake Presbyterian Church. She was a devoted mother and grandmother and enjoyed attending her grandsons' football games, wrestling matches and cow shows. She enjoyed feeding and watching the birds. Mrs. McClearn was married June 19, 1957, to Glenn E. "Doc" McClearn, who preceded her in death April 5, 1967. She is survived by a daughter, Rebecca, and her husband, Harry R. Barbour, of Stoneboro; three grandsons, Alexander G., Jeremy D. and David R. Barbour, all of Stoneboro; a sister, Margaret Ethel Sherman of Jackson Center; and a brother, John Weaver of Carlton. Also surviving are three half-sisters, Alice Seland and her husband, Mike, of Mercer, Nina Paden and her husband, Dennis, of Mercer, and Linda Deel of Jackson Center; three half-brothers, David T. Deel of Fitchburg, Mass., Glenn H. Deel of Grove City and Daniel G. Deel and his wife, Linda, of Jensen Beach, Fla.; and her stepmother, Martha Deel of Jackson Center. Mrs. McClearn was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Friends will be received 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. Galen Joe MacDonald, pastor of Sandy Lake Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Sandy Lake Township. The family suggests memorials be made to the Zachariah R. Miller Foundation, c/o Shenango Valley Foundation, 41 Chestnut St., Sharon, 16146. Larry E. Olson Larry E. Olson, 61, of 215 Gurney Road, Franklin, died at 7:50 a.m. Friday, March 25, 2005, at UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born Aug. 22, 1943, in Franklin, he was the son of the late Larry P. and Velma Reynolds Olsen. Mr. Olsen was well known in the area for many years as the owner and operator of Olsen's Towing. Prior to his towing company, he worked at Sehman Tire, Tri-City Speedway and Lowry Auto Body. He enjoyed dirt track racing, the World of Outlaws, NASCAR and especially his grandchildren. Mr. Olsen was married Jan. 20, 1962, to the former Betty McDonald. She preceded him in death July 24, 2002, after a 40-year marriage. He is survived by a daughter, Barbara DeLong and her husband, Matthew; two sons, Michael Olsen and his wife, Shelly, and Matthew Olsen and his wife, Julie, all of Franklin; nine grandchildren, Benjamin DeLong and his fiancee Sarah, Bonnie and Eric DeLong, and Ashlie, Austin, Mason, Shene, Miranda and Dakota Olsen, all of Franklin; a brother, Duane Manross of Rockland; a sister, Pearl Potter and her husband, Forest, of Rockland; and his father- and mother -in-law, Robert and Betty Harley, also of Rockland. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Katherine Manross. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Bobbie Nelson of Meadville officiating. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens. The family suggests donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 10 W. First St., Oil City, 16301; or the American Heart Association, 174 E. Bissell Ave., Oil City.

The Derrick, March 25, 2005: Vincent Neely Ashbaugh, formerly of St. Petersburg Vern Best, formerly of Sligo Donald Detrie, Franklin Grace M. Dittman, Shippenville June L. Fry, Sugar Creek Station, Franklin Frances D. McClearn, Stoneboro Michael R. Pratt, Franklin Bertha Ellen Switzer, Fairmount City Joan M. Tarr, Oil City Jean J. Vincent, Pleasantville Vincent Neely Ashbaugh Vincent Neely Ashbaugh, 80, of Park Forest, Ill., formerly of St. Petersburg, died Monday, March 21, 2005. He was the husband of Martha Ashbaugh. Vern Best Vern Best, 89, of Country Springs Assisted Living, Sligo, and formerly of Knox, died early Thursday morning, March 24, 2005, in Clarion Hospital. Born April 14, 1915, in Beaver Township, Clarion County, he was the son of Glen and Esther Wetzel Best. Mr. Best grew up in Wentlings Corners, Knox RD. He had worked as safety director for U.S. Steel in Annandale, New Castle, Buffalo, N.Y., and Conneaut, Ohio. Mr. Best enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an avid gardener. He was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ, Knox RD. Mr. Best also belonged to the Wentlings Corners Community Club and the F&AM Lodge of Emlenton. He was married to the former Mary Ellen Heeter of Emlenton. She preceded him in death June 7, 1984. Surviving are a son, Gary Best of Williamsburg, Va.; two granddaughters, Amy Best of Fairfax, Va., and Christine Best of Short Hills, N.J.; one great-granddaughter, Elizabeth McCauley of Fairfax, Va.; a brother, Marvin Best and his wife, Gwen, of Knox; his special friend, Jane Stewart of Knox; and five nieces and one nephew. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a brother, Cuvier Best; and two sisters, Dorothy Best and Miriam Best. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 today and from 10 to 11 am. Saturday at the William N. Rupert Mortuary, Knox. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Nancy Dunmire, pastor of St. Paul United Church of Christ, officiating. Interment will follow in Emlenton Cemetery. Donald Detrie Donald Detrie, 82, of 668 McCleery Road, Franklin, died Friday, March 18, 2005, at his home. Born Aug. 8, 1922, in Franklin, he was a son of Harry E. and Irma B. Pryor Detrie. Mr. Detrie taught for the Pleasantville School District and at Polk Center for 20 years. He was a World War II veteran, having served with the U.S. Army. He was married Dec. 29, 1956, to Viola Karns, who preceded him in death July 14, 1995. Surviving are a stepson, Patrick R. Karns of Franklin; a stepdaughter, Viola "Sally" Smith of Franklin; seven step-grandchildren, Mrs. William (Cody) Sutton of Edinboro, Michael R. Karns of Alexandria, Va., Lt. Commander David Karns and his wife, Tammy, of Arlington, Texas, Thomas N. Karns Sr., of Franklin, Mrs. Clinton (Katherine) Bellin of Franklin, Marilyn Baird of Polk, and Mrs. Robert (Patricia) Bellin of Sandy Lake; 17 step-great-grandchildren; and six nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, Mr. Detrie was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Walter; and two sisters, Geraldine Rodebaugh and Helen Detrie. Friends may call from 9 to 11 a.m. today in the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home Inc., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today in the funeral home with the Rev. Ronald C. Bole officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Adult Daycare Center, Oil City. Grace Mildred Dittman Grace Mildred Dittman, 89, of Shippenville, died at 3:24 a.m. Thursday, March 24, 2005, at UMPC Northwest, Seneca. Born Jan. 8, 1916, in Kane, she was the daughter of Carl Elmer and Milda Johnson Norman. Mrs. Dittman was a graduate of Kane High School. She was a member of the Shippenville United Methodist Church, where she was a member of the Bible learner's class. Mrs. Dittman was employed in the cafeteria of Keystone High School from 1964 to 1978. After her retirement, she was happy being a homemaker. She also enjoyed reading and spending time with her family. She was married Aug. 12, 1943, in Kane to Homer W. Dittman, who preceded her in death on Jan. 22, 1963. Surviving are a son, Gary Dittman and his wife, Barbara, of Shippenville; a daughter, Barbara Myers and her husband, Dale, of Knox; five grandchildren, Emily Myers of Knox and her fiancé, Todd Shumaker, Larissa Dittman of Hollidaysburg, Alison Albright and her husband, Josh, of Knox, Rebecca Dittman of Shippenville, and Aimee Myers of Knox; a sister-in-law, Arlene Norman of Kane; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, five sisters and four brothers preceded her in death. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the David C. McEntire Funeral Home, Ohio and Penn streets, Knox, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday in the Shippenville United Methodist Church. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with the Rev. Tim Bowser officiating. Interment will follow at the Salem Lutheran Cemetery, Lamartine. The family suggests memorials be made to the Shippenville United Methodist Church, Box 117, Shippenville, 16254. June L. Fry June L. Fry, 79, of Sugar Creek Station, 351 Causeway Drive, Franklin, died at 3:55 p.m. Thursday, March 24, 2005, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Arrangements will be announced by the Scott A. Black Funeral Home, 99 Franklin St., Stoneboro. Frances D. McClearn Frances D. McClearn, 82, of 1819 Harrisville Road, Stoneboro (Worth Township), died at 9:57 a.m. Thursday, March 24, 2005, from injuries she received in an automobile accident in Worth Township. Arrangements will be announced by the Scott A. Black Funeral Home, 99 Franklin St., Stoneboro. Michael R. Pratt Michael R. Pratt, 60, of 566 McCleery Road, Franklin, died at 9:25 a.m. Wednesday, March 23, 2005, in the VA Hospital in Oakland, Pittsburgh. He was born in Franklin on June 8, 1944, the son of Robert W. and Patricia J. Osburn Pratt. He attended school in Franklin. Mr. Pratt was in the U.S. Army from November 1966 to November 1969 with service in Vietnam. He was employed for several years as a truck driver and a concrete finisher for his grandparents' company, H.T. Osburn & Co. He also was a machinist and was last employed as a courier driver for Integra Bank. Mr. Pratt was a member of the VFW, the Franklin Eagles, the Franklin Elks and the Franklin Moose. Surviving are a son, Michael Pratt of Taxes; a sister, Constance Pratt of Franklin; a special friend, Sandy Ream of Polk; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Susan Pratt; and a son, Michael Jr. There will be no visitation. A private memorial service will be conducted at a later date. The Huff Chapel, Franklin, is in charge of arrangements. Bertha Ellen Switzer Bertha Ellen Switzer, 87, of 343 Switzer Road, Fairmount City, died Wednesday, March 23, 2005, at her home. Born July 31, 1917, in Climax, Clarion County, she was a daughter, of William and Myrtle Bish White. Mrs. Switzer was a housewife and attended Leasure Run United Methodist Church. She was a farmer's wife and homemaker who enjoyed reading her Bible, crocheting, cooking, camping at Tionesta and especially tending to her flowers. Mrs. Switzer belonged to the Nube Routers home extension and the Ladies Aide Society at Leasure Run United Methodist Church. She was married Feb. 28, 1938, to Charles Blaine Switzer, who survives. They were married 67 years. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Switzer is survived by two sons, William B. Switzer of 73 Switzer Road, Fairmount City, and Edward W. Switzer and his wife, Linda, of 106 Switzer Road, Fairmount City; one daughter, Vickie L. Switzer of 343 Switzer Road, Fairmount City; and one sister, Ruth Williams of Kittanning. Also surviving are nine grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Switzer was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Clyde L. White; and a daughter-in-law, Pauline Switzer. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in Alcorn Funeral Home, Hawthorn. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Greg Stiver, pastor of Leasure Run United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in Cedarview Memorial Park, Strattanville. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice. Joan M. Tarr Joan M. Tarr, 76, of Reed Street, Oil City, died at 5:45 a.m. Thursday, March 24, 2005, at her residence following a brief illness. Born Dec. 12, 1928, in Oil City, she was the daughter of Roy and Vivien Mudge Caldwell. She had attended the Heckathorn United Methodist Church. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary in Oil City, the Pulaski Club in Oil City and the PNA of Oil City. She enjoyed the company of her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and her dog, Sparky. She also enjoyed holding and attending garage and yard sales. She retired as an inspector with the Foster-Forbes Glass Co. in Oil City. She was married May 21, 1978, at the Heckathorn United Methodist Church to Herbert A. "Mike" Tarr, who survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Connie Hildreth of Pittsburgh; two sons and their wives, Thomas and Bernice Caldwell of Missouri, and Randall and Cheri Soborowski of Oil City; a stepdaughter, Michele Tripodi and her husband, Anthony, of Pittsburgh; a stepdaughter-in-law, Carol Tarr of Oil City; nine grandchildren and their spouses, Thomas and Marlene Caldwell, Timothy and Angie Caldwell, Tammy Murray, Tonya and Jason Shepherd, all of Missouri, Denice and Joel Snap of Virginia, Stephanie and Larry Rondinelli of Smethport, Craig and Michelle Tarr of Erie, Curt and Lisa Tarr of North Carolina, and Julie and Steve Conway of Pleasantville; 19 great-grandchildren; and a number of brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Dennis Soborowski; a stepson, Michael Tarr; and seven brothers, Bud Caldwell, Earl Caldwell, Harry Caldwell, Harold "Bill" Caldwell, Robert Caldwell, John Caldwell and Paul "Bouse" Caldwell. Mrs. Tarr was the last surviving member of her immediate family. There will be no visitation. Private committal services will be held at the Spring Creek Cemetery, Corry. Arrangements are being made by the Hile-Best Funeral Home, 2781 Route 257, Seneca, Cranberry Township. The family suggests memorials may be made to the Venango County VNA-Hospice, 176 E. Bissell Ave., Oil City. Jean J. Vincent Jean J. Vincent, 77, of 16454 S. Main Street Ext., Pleasantville, died at 7:50 a.m. Thursday, March 24, 2005, at Titusville Area Hospital. Mrs. Vincent was born Sept, 2, 1927, in Grand Valley, a daughter of the late George and Mina Swanson Johnson. She married Earl G. Vincent on Jan. 6, 1951, at Grand Valley, and he survives. Mrs. Vincent was a 1945 graduate of Colestock High School, and she was valedictorian of the class. She had been employed at the former Pennbank in the investment department, and she retired from there. Mrs. Vincent had also been employed at Serrins Auto Parts as an executive secretary, was co-owner with her husband of Vincent's Red and White in Pleasantville for 11 years, and was an executive secretary for 10 years at the former Universal Cyclops Specialty Steel Corp. Mrs. Vincent was a member of Pleasantville United Methodist Church. She also served as secretary and treasurer of Pleasantville Borough for many years, and she was a past president of the Pleasantville Woman's Club. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Vincent is survived by four children, Scott E. Vincent and his wife, Kathleen, of DuBois, Steven E. Vincent and his wife, Mary, of Pleasantville, Stacey J. Fox and her husband, Thomas, of Oil City, and Susan A. Barnett and her husband, Saul, of Pleasantville; and eight grandchildren, Katrina Jean Smith of Erie, Kayla J. Vincent of DuBois, Adam and Benjamin Vincent of Pleasantville, and Christopher, Sarah, Hannah and Rachael Fox, all of Oil City. Also surviving are a brother, William Johnson and his wife, Diane, of Pleasantville; two sisters, Marilyn Davison and her husband, Kenneth, of Titusville, and Joyce Williamson and her husband, Gene, of Portville, N.Y.; a sister-in-law, Judy Johnson of Grand Valley; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Johnson. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Pleasantville United Methodist Church with the Rev. Alfred Kimmel, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery in Pleasantville. The family asks that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society, 201 N. Franklin St., Titusville, 16354; Pleasantville United Methodist Church, 472 N. Main St., Pleasantville, 16341; or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 1030 State St., Erie, 16501.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/GaB.2ACE/627 Message Board Post: In George Ruff Naturalizion Paper said he came from Clarion Pa.He came fro Germany about 1845.was in Lawrence County about 1854 Said he had applied in Clarion for citizenship.He may have been in 1850 census,would anyone know where to find info on Him in Clarion County.He was born about 1825 Germany,

The Derrick, March 24, 2005: Ruth E. Moore Eakin, Grove City, formerly of Kennerdell Dorothy K. Hugus, 692 Slatertown Spur, Polk Reba Ivonne Exley Manson, Baton Rouge, La., Venango County native William J. Reeder, Rocky Springs Road, Harrisville Lloyd G. "Pete" Rose, Marienville Patti J. Reed Sires, Beatty Run Road, Cooperstown Maxine E. Wyant, 48 Maple Grove Road, Rimersburg Henry D. Yori, East Broad Street, Rimersburg Ruth E. Moore Eakin Ruth E. Moore Eakin, 90, a resident of Orchard Manor, Grove City, for the past three years, formerly of Kennerdell, died at 5:20 p.m. Wednesday. Born April 7, 1914, in Butler County, she was the daughter of Howard J. Cooper and Lottie Belle Rodgers. Mrs. Moore worked as a dietitian at Polk State School. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Clintonville, the church choir and the missionary society of the church. Mrs. Moore also was a member of the Clintonville AARP. She enjoyed gardening and flowers. Mrs. Moore first was married Oct. 9, 1934, to Ralph P. Moore, who died April 26, 1962. She then was married April 11, 1968, to Homer Eakin, who died Sept. 13, 1986. Surviving are two children, Annabelle L. Hovis and husband, James R., and Ronald R. Moore and wife, Nancy, all of Kenneredell; five grandchildren, Rodney J. Hovis, Suzanne M. King, Denise L. Marano, Mindy J. Moore and Regan E. Moore; and five great-grandchildren, Chad Wilson, Sam Marano, Jibreel Barksdale, Dezman Moore, Derick King and Daryl King. She also is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Charles (Mildred) Halasy of Grove City and Mrs. Ralph (Pauline) Ward of Plano, Texas; and one brother, Thomas Cooper of New Castle. In addition to her parents and two husbands, Mrs. Eakin was preceded in death by two sisters, Leona Trufley and an infant, Betty Cooper; and one brother, Rodney Cooper. The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m. today in the Larry E. McKinley Funeral Home, 109 Emlenton St., Clintonville. Services will be held at 3 p.m. today in the funeral home with the Rev. Jack Patterson, retired United Methodist minister, officiating. Interment will be in the Clintonville Methodist Cemetery. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice. Dorothy K. Hugus Dorothy K. Hugus, 88, of 692 Slatertown Spur, Polk, died at 11:07 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, 2005, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. For the last several years, she had been residing at The Caring Place, Franklin. Born Sept. 28, 1916, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Ray O'Dell Kelsey and Annabel Strachan. She was a 1935 graduate of Franklin High School and a 1940 graduate of Grove City College with a bachelor of science degree in music and modern languages. Mrs. Hugus moved to Baltimore in 1965 and returned to Franklin in 1982. Before moving to Baltimore, she was very active in the First United Methodist Church in Franklin as well as scouting and the foreign exchange student program, housing several exchange students. She served as treasurer of the Venango County Visiting Nurses Association and volunteered with the Franklin Hospital Auxiliary. Mrs. Hugus was a member of the American Association of University Women, the DAR, The Franklin Club and the Center United Methodist Church. She enjoyed genealogy, playing bridge, traveling, reading, visiting with shut-ins and her grandchildren. Mrs. Hugus was married Feb. 17, 1940, to Frank Richard Hugus, who died April 18, 1996. Surviving are three sons and their wives, Frank R. and Susan Hugus of Amherst, Mass., Timothy R. and Peggy Hugus of Baltimore, Md., and Marc K. and Lisa Hugus of Polk; two daughters, Elizabeth Mullins and husband, Benjamin, of Marion, S.C., and Sara Bosworth and husband, William, of Baltimore, Md.; 15 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Mrs. Hugus was preceded in death by her parents and husband. There will be no visitation. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday in the First United Methodist Church. A memorial service will held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the church with the Rev. James Shaver, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in the Franklin Cemetery. The family suggests donations be made to the Venango County Visiting Nurses Association, 176 E. Bissell Ave., Oil City, 16301, or to the Franklin Public Library, 421 12th St., Franklin, 16323. The Huff Chapel in Franklin is in charge of arrangements. Reba Ivonne Exley Manson Reba Ivonne Exley Manson, 91, a resident of Baton Rouge, La., for more than 60 years, died Tuesday, March 22, 2005. Born July 24, 1913, in Venango County, she was the daughter of Gifford and Pearl Porter Exley. Mrs. Manson was a graduate of Indiana State Teachers College in Indiana, Pa. She was a 50-year member of the First United Methodist Church in Baton Rouge and was a supporting member of the United Methodist Women. She also was a 40-year member of the Open Door fellowship class of the church. Mrs. Manson was married to Lewis P. Manson, who preceded her in death. Surviving are a son, Roger E. Manson and wife, Dusty; a daughter, Mary Law Manson Sfondouris and husband, Styl; four grandchildren, G. Briggs Manson and wife, Stephanie Griffin Manson, Jason L. and Katie Sikes Manson, Lindsey Manson Aldridge and husband, Kenneth, and John L. Sfondouris; and five great-grandchildren, Brad, Jack, Elizabeth and Anna Claire Manson and Anders Aldridge. She also is survived by a sister, Emily Exley Buchanan of Oil City. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Manson was preceded in death by two brothers, Merlyn Exley and Paul Exley. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. today in the Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, La., and from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday in the Funeral Home Chapel where a religious service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday. Interment will follow in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 930 North Blvd., Baton Rouge, La., 70802, or to a charity of one's choice. William J. Reeder William J. Reeder, 81, of Rocky Springs Road, Harrisville, died at 11:47 a.m. Tuesday, March 22, 2005, in the emergency room at United Community Hospital, Grove City, after an apparent heart attack. Born Dec. 11, 1923, in Clay Township, Butler County, he was the son of Joseph and Emma Sherwin Reeder. He was a medic technician 5 with the U.S. Army during World War II. Mr. Reeder worked as an electrician at U.S. Steel in Ellwood City, retiring in 1974. He was a former deputy game warden with more than 50 years of service. Mr. Reeder was a life member of Harrisville American Legion Post No. 852. He was an avid CB radio operator using the name, "Pipe Smoker." Mr. Reeder enjoyed going to yard sales, buying large toys for his great-grandchildren. He was married Sept. 21, 1946, to the former Lydia L. Cook, who survives. Also surviving are four daughters, Linda Manross and husband, Jerry, of Rockland, Diana McKinney and husband, Gary, Deb Hoffman and husband, Mark, and Amy Bennett and husband, John Jr., all of Harrisville; two sons and their wives, John and Deb Reeder of Grove City and Russell and Abbie Reeder of Jackson Center; 15 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. He also is survived by two sisters, Jean Corona of Grove City and Aida Sankey of Slippery Rock; one brother, George Reeder of Slippery Rock; and a very close CB friend, Thomas Rupp, who goes by the handle, "Tom Cat." In addition to his parents, Mr. Reeder was preceded in death by one grandson; one sister; and three brothers. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Jamison Funeral Home, 117 N. Main St., Harrisville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with Pastor Scott L. Fleming of the Rocky Springs Church, Marion Township, Butler County, officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Marion Township, Butler County. Memorial contributions may be made to the Deacon's Fund of the Rocky Springs Church, Box 447, Harrisville, 16038. Lloyd G. 'Pete' Rose Lloyd G. "Pete" Rose, 77, of Marienville, formerly of Landover, Md., died Wednesday, March 23, 2005, in Clarion Hospital after a short illness. Born Sept. 3, 1927, in Bedford, he was the son of Grant and Orpha Hite Rose. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Mr. Rose worked in the parts department of Lustine Oldsmobile in Hyattsville, Md. He was married in Cheverly, Md., Nov. 19, 1971, to Ilene K. Connell, who died Dec. 22, 2001. When Mr. Rose and his wife, who was a registered nurse, retired, they moved to Marienville in 1997. He enjoyed hustings, fishing and travel with his wife. Mr. Rose was a longtime member of Cheverly, Md., United Methodist Church and attended the Marienville Methodist Church. He played the spoons in the Recycled Teenagers and MACA Kitchen Band. Mr. Rose was a longtime Pirates and Steelers fan and traveled several times to Arizona for Cactus League spring training games. Surviving are two stepsons, Vincent Festa of Sierra Vista, Ariz., and Brian Festa of Seabrook, Md.; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a stepdaughter, Nicolo Festa. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Ronald McDonald Funeral Home, Marienville. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in the United Methodist Church, Marienville, with the Rev. Dan Richter officiating. Interment will be in the Rural Valley Cemetery, Rural Valley. Patti J. Reed Sires Patti J. Reed Sires, 42, of Beatty Run Road, Cooperstown, died at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, 2005, in Meadville Medical Center. Born Nov. 18, 1962, in Franklin, she was the daughter of William and Joyce Rockefella Reed. She attended public schools in Oil City, Cranberry and Franklin. Mrs. Sires had been a cook at the Depot Restaurant in Franklin. She enjoyed bingo, her flower gardens and her grandchildren. Surviving are her husband, Todd Sires of Cooperstown; a daughter, Tiffany Edge and husband, Dave, of Oil City; a grandson, Hunter Edge, and two granddaughters, Taylor and Trinity Edge, all of Oil City. She also is survived by her mother, Joyce Reed of Franklin; three sisters, Joni Reed and Jackie Reed of Franklin, and Brenda Sires and husband, Thomas, of Utica; three brothers, Tom Reed and Bill Reed of Franklin and Terry Reed and wife, Kimberly, of Chambersburg; nine nieces; five nephews; two great-nieces; and six great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her father and a nephew, Thomas Sires Jr. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9-p.m. today in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Bonnie King of the Oil City Bethel United Methodist Charge, officiating. Interment will be in Lupher Chapel Cemetery. Maxine E. Wyant Maxine E. Wyant, 85, of 48 Maple Grove Road, Rimersburg, died Wednesday morning, March 23, 2005, in Clarview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center near Sligo. Born Dec. 13, 1919, in Porter Township, Clarion County, she was the daughter of Harry and Zelda George Pence. Mrs. Wyant was a member of the Rimersburg United Methodist Church and the WWW Class of the church. For many years, she taught Sunday School and played piano for Sunday School. She also enjoyed quilting with the Methodist Church Women. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Wyant was married Jan. 29, 1941, to Hilton R. Wyant, who died July 18, 1968. Surviving are three daughters, Mary F. Over of Rimersburg, Linda Rickard and husband, Edward, of Curllsville and Patricia Best and husband, David, of Bow, N.H.; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She also is survived by a brother, Chester D. Pence of New Bethlehem. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Wyant was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Maxine; a son, Mark Wyant, Oct. 3, 1998; and one brother, Robert Pence. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Varner Funeral Home of Rimersburg. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. James Eaton, pastor of the Rimersburg United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in Squirrel Hill Cemetery near New Bethlehem. Henry D. Yori Henry D. Yori, 88, of East Broad Street, Rimersburg, died at 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, 2005, in Clarion Hospital following a brief illness. Born March 11, 1917, in Numine, Armstrong County, he was the son of Raymond Joseph and Rachel Schreckengost Yori. He attended the Rimer Hill School in Madison Township, Armstrong County. Mr. Yori was a veteran of the U.S. Army and participated in the Normandy Invasion June 6, 1944. He was employed at Pullman Standard in Butler as an equipment operator and then was employed by Clarion County Transportation, delivering Meals on Wheels to area residents. He retired there in 1970 after 10 years of service. Mr. Yori was a member of the Sloan Street Church of God of Prophecy in Rimersburg for more than 44 years. He was a lifetime member of the Rimersburg VFW. Mr. Yori enjoyed fishing, reading the Bible and his grandchildren. He was married in the Foster Young Home July 19, 1947, to the former Edna Jane Best, who died May 19, 1973. Surviving are a son, David R. Yori of Rimersburg; three daughters, Roxann L. Yori, Cindy L. Carr and husband, Merle E., and Paula M. Yori, all of Rimersburg; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and two step-great-grandchildren. Mr. Yori was the last surviving member of his immediate family. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his father, April 8, 1936; his mother, Feb. 20, 1970; twins, Randall Yori, Feb. 16, 1952, and Deborah Yori, March 10, 1952; a daughter, Phyllis Ann Yori, June 24, 1962; and two sons, Daniel Lee Yori, July 9, 1958, and James Joseph "Shovel" Yori, Oct. 28, 2000. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Gary Guntrum, pastor of the Carwick Wesleyan Church, and the Rev. Thomas Kelley, pastor of the Karns City Church of God, officiating. Interment will follow in the Rimersburg Cemetery where full military honors will be accorded by members of the Rimersburg VFW and American Legion Ceremonial Squad. Memorial donations may be made to the Veteran's Park, Rimersburg, 16248.

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The city was Brunswick, Ohio The full obit is on todays posting Ellis ----- Original Message ----- From: <JMayer8963@aol.com> To: <PACLARIO-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Tuesday, March 22, 2005 9:30 PM Subject: Re: [CLARION] Obituaries, The Derrick, March 22, 2005 > Ellis, did you happen to notice the city where Agnes Gadley was > living--Brunswick, Ohio-!! > > > ==== PACLARIO Mailing List ==== > Visit the Clarion County Historical Society website! > http://www.csonline.net/cchs/ > Lindsley Dunn > Director-Curator > >

The Derrick, March 23, 2005: Isadore N. Adelson, Boca Raton, Fla., formerly of Oil City Mary Alberta Aites, Rouseville Agnes E. Gadley, Brunswick, Ohio, formerly of Marienville Gerald W. McClellan Sr., 407 E. Second St., Oil City John J. McGreevy, Ocala, Fla., formerly of Oil City Kathryn A. Rearigh, Oil City Charles Robert Wert, Knox RD Henry D. Yori, Craig Street, Rimersburg Isadore N. Adelson Isadore N. Adelson, 91, a former resident of Oil City, died at 8:10 a.m. Monday, March 21, 2005, at Hospice by the Sea in Boca Raton, Fla. Born Nov. 1, 1913, in Kittanning, he was the son of Morris and Dina Adelson and was the youngest of 10 children. Mr. Adelson was a 1931 graduate of Kittanning High School. He supported the World War II effort by recycling metals. Mr. Adelson operated M.N. Adelson & Sons, Oil City Branch, until his retirement Jan. 31, 1980. He was a member of the Oil City Rotary Club where he was president in 1971-72. He also had been president of Goodwill Industries, president of B'Nai Brith Lodge and secretary of the Northwest Council for two years. Mr. Adelson served on the boards of Easter Seals and the Polio Foundation. He was a member of the Tree of Life Synagogue, Oil City, where he served as treasurer for 32 years. Mr. Adelson was married in Youngstown, Ohio, Aug. 17, 1941, to the former Sadie Neimark, who died Feb. 6, 2003. Surviving are a son, Louis D. Adelson of Seneca; a daughter, Linda Phipps and husband, James, of Arlington, Texas; and a granddaughter, Chandra Phipps of Arlington, Texas. Friends will be received from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday in the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with Adriane Caplowe, spiritual leader of B'Nai Abraham Synagogue in Butler, officiating. Interment will be in the B'Nai Abraham Cemetery in Butler. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Tree of Life Synagogue, 316 W. First St., Oil City, 16301. Mary Alberta Aites Mary Alberta Aites, 96, of Rouseville, died Tuesday, March 15, 2005, in Sugar Creek Station, Sugarcreek Borough. Born Aug. 1, 1908, in Putneyville, she was the daughter of John G. and Annie R. Copenhaver Shreckengost. Mrs. Aites worked for several years as a waitress at Isaly's Dairy Store in Oil City. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Seneca. Mrs. Aites enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Surviving are a daughter, Dorothy Myers and husband, Jim, of Rouseville; a son, Donald J. Aites of Sequim, Wash.; 17 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Aites was preceded in death by a daughter, Mary R. Nuhfer; a son, Charles L. Aites; seven brothers, Charles C. Shreckengost, Paul A. Shreckengost, Ivan C. Shreckengost, Russell S. Shreckengost, Amos E. Shreckengost, George E. Shreckengost and Cecil R. Shreckengost; five sisters, Estella M. Blake, Mabel I. Thompson, Iva G. Schantz, Millie M. Schreckengost and Mildred V. Hoffman; and a daughter-in-law, Barbara Carel Aites. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Meadow Road, Seneca, with the Rev. Allen Dean, pastor, officiating. The Rev. David Hart of the Seneca Evangelical Congregational Church will assist at the service. Interment will be in Putneyville Cemetery, Mahoning Township. The Osenider Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family requests memorial donations be sent to Sugar Creek Station or to the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Seneca. Agnes E. Gadley Agnes E. Gadley, 87, of Brunswick, Ohio, formerly of Marienville, died Monday, March 21, 2005, in South West General Hospital, Middleburg, Ohio. Born Feb. 1, 1918, in Hampton Station, Pine Grove Township, Venango County, she was the daughter of John F. and Iva R. Goodman Luden. She was a graduate of Cranberry High School and also was a 1939 graduate of Oil City Hospital School of Nursing. Mrs. Gadley worked from 1972 to 1982 as a nurse at Brookville Hospital. She was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church, St. Ann Woman's Club and the Senior Citizens, all of Marienville. Mrs. Gadley was married in St. Stephen Church, Oil City, June 1, 1940, to Eugene K. Gadley, who died Jan. 14, 1994. Surviving are seven children, Mrs. John (Judith Marie) Rhyshek of Saxonburg, Kenneth E. Gadley and wife, Margaret, of Scranton, S.C., Timothy R. Gadley and wife, June, of Ocean City, N.J., Mrs. Brian (Joyce Ellen) Todd of Brunswick, Ohio, Thomas F. Gadley of Rock Hill, S.C., Terry L. Gadley and wife, Carrie, of Marienville, and Mrs. Dennis (Jolene R.) McKeirnan of Crosby; 14 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She also is survived by one brother, Frank Luden of Oil City; and two sisters, Alberta Bagnato of Oil City and Adilade Zglinski of Fairview. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Gadley was preceded in death by a daughter, Kay Ellen; and two brothers, Eugene Luden and Charles Luden. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday in the Ronald McDonald Funeral Home, Marienville. There will be no visitation Easter Sunday. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to the time of Mass Monday in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday in St. Ann Catholic Church, Marienville, with the Rev. Dennis Veltri presiding. Interment will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Marienville. Gerald W. McClellan Sr. Gerald W. McClellan Sr., 63, of 407 E. Second St., Oil City, died at 1:27 p.m. Monday, March 21, 2005, in St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Youngstown, Ohio, following an automobile accident. Born July 20, 1941, in Oil City, he was the son of Glenn and June Lytle McClellan. Mr. McClellan had worked at Wolf's Furniture and Boise Cascade. He was of the Catholic faith. Mr. McClellan enjoyed time spent at Petroleum Center, hunting and his grandchildren. Surviving are six children, Brenda Baker of Oil City, Melissa Asche and husband, Robert, of Venus, Gerald McClellan Jr. and wife, Charlotte, of Oil City and Jennifer McClellan, Patrick McClellan and Willie McClellan, all of Ohio; two stepchildren, Ryan and Jessica Kelly of Ohio; and nine grandchildren, Corey and Adrian Baker, Eric and Evan Asche, Alexis, Matthew and Alexander McClellan and Ryan and Samantha Hamler. He also is survived by three brothers, Joseph McClellan and wife, Jean, of Oil City, Benjamin McClellan of Reno and Donald McClellan and wife, Ruth, of North Carolina; three sisters, Mary Goodrum and husband, Lonny, of Oil City, Judy Bryan and husband, Shorty, of Dempseytown and Betty Fay and husband, Tom, of Titusville; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. McClellan was preceded in death by three brothers, Edward McClellan, Glenn McClellan and Dickie McClellan. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Richard Kitelinger officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family to help with expenses. John J. McGreevy John J. McGreevy, 86, who was born in Oil City and is survived by his wife of 64 years, Genevieve Faller McGreevy of Ocala, Fla., brother of Rita Lee of Oil City and Joseph McGreevy of Venus, died Sunday, March 13, 2005, at West Marion Community Hospital, in Ocala. Kathryn A. Rearigh Kathryn A. Rearigh, 92, of Oil City, died at 2:40 a.m. Sunday, March 20, 2005, in Beverly Healthcare-Oil City. Born Oct. 6, 1912, in Clarion County, she was the daughter of John W. and Elizabeth Champion Rearigh. Miss Rearigh grew up in the Frogtown-Salem area and moved to Oil City more than 70 years ago. She was a domestic cleaner and worked for Broadman's Store, Klivans Jewelers and the McFate Law Office in Oil City. Miss Rearigh was a member of the Calvary United Methodist Church in Oil City. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, William Rearigh, Albert Rearigh and Miles Rearigh; and five sisters, Leafy Gibson, Clara Miller, Veotta Vogel, Margaret Meyers and Flores Rearigh. There will be no visitation. The Osenider Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Salem-Frogtown Cemetery, Clarion County. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Calvary United Methodist Church or to the American Cancer Society. Charles Robert Wert Charles Robert Wert, 78, of Knox RD, died Monday morning, March 21, 2005, in Distant. Born Sept. 15, 1927, he was the son of Charles Howard and Minnie Crissman Wert. Mr. Wert was a custodian at Clarion University of Pennsylvania, retiring there after 22 years of service. He was an Army veteran. Mr. Wert's hobbies were gardening, growing flowers, hunting and fishing, breeding and raising beagles and reading western novels. He was married to Evelyn Russell, who preceded him in death. Surviving are two daughters, Debra Goheen and husband, Kevin, of Distant and Laurie Wert and companion, Keith Matthews, of Distant; three sons, Donald Wert and companion, Judy Oaks, of Shippenville and Charles H. Wert and William Wert, both of Knox; four grandchildren, Jamie and Robert Goheen, Nicole Wert and Brianna Wert; a nephew, Thomas Kahl, his wife, Michelle, and children; and special friends, Penny Reedy and Jean Best. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Wert was preceded in death by two sons, Kenneth Allen and Robert Dale Wert; and a daughter, Carol Ann Wert. There will be no public visitation. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in the William N. Rupert Mortuary, Knox, with the Rev. Randy Evans, VNA Hospice chaplain, officiating. Interment will follow in the Parker Presbyterian Cemetery. Henry D. Yori Henry D. Yori, 88, of Craig Street, Rimersburg, died at 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, 2005, in the Clarion Hospital following a brief illness. Arrangements are in charge of the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home, Rimersburg. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: NUNEMAKER NUNNEMAKER MONNIMACHER NOONAMANER Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/GaB.2ACE/321.1.1 Message Board Post: Do youi know date George Nunemaker died. did his wife Sarah remarried. People was not great speller ca. 1850

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This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/5UC.2ACE/40.9.760.766 Message Board Post: I have a Charlotte Garis in my line also but the years do not match up to your Charlotte Garis but I can't help but think that they are connected some way. My ggggrandparents were Valentine & Charlotte Garis. I've been trying to figure out Charlotte's line for some time now. I decend from Karl Garis. I'd love to hear back from you if anything matches. Valentine: 1744-1816 Charlotte: NO DATES Children: Valentine (my line), John, Abraham, Frederick, Elizabeth.

Ellis, did you happen to notice the city where Agnes Gadley was living when she died. I don't think I knew her tho. Take Care! If you happen to see any of my kin, please send them my regards. Love Julie

Ellis, did you happen to notice the city where Agnes Gadley was living--Brunswick, Ohio-!!

The Derrick, March 22, 2005: Isadore N. Adelson, Boca Raton, Fla., formerly of Oil City Pauline Elizabeth Anderson, Port Charlotte, Fla. Agnes Gadley, Brunswick, Ohio, formerly of Marienville Willard Lee Resh, Hanover, Ill., formerly of Lamartine Michael K. Starrett, 7 E. Second St., Oil City Charles R. Wert, Knox RD Judge William E. Breene, memorial service Margaret Gonzolez, memorial set Chalres C. Jackson, getting it right Lemuel DeWayne Sharrar, getting it right Isadore N. Adelson Isadore N. Adelson, 91, a former Oil City resident, died at 8:10 a.m. Monday, March 21, 2005, at Hospice by the Sea in Boca Raton, Fla. Friends will be received from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday in the Morrison Funeral Home, with services scheduled there at 11 a.m. Thursday A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick. Pauline Elizabeth Anderson Pauline Elizabeth Anderson, 83, of Port Charlotte, Fla., formerly of Oil City, died Friday, March 18, 2005, at HQM in Port Charlotte. Born Aug. 7, 1921, in Oil City, she was the daughter of William and Bessie Ritchie. Mrs. Anderson was married for 54 years to Gerald C. Anderson, who preceded her in death. Surviving are a son and his wife, Gerald W. and Linda Anderson; a daughter-in-law, Lupita Ongay Gatlin; a grandson, Todd Erick Anderson; a granddaughter, Aleli Renee Anderson; and four nephews and a niece, Bob, Tom, Jim, Terry and Debbie. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Anderson was preceded in death by a brother, William Ritchie; and a sister, Dorothy Barr. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. today in the Port Charlotte United Methodist Church, Port Charlotte. Interment will be in Rynd Farm Cemetery, Rouseville, at a later date. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to the Rouseville United Methodist Church, 12 Church St., Rouseville, 16344. Agnes Gadley Agnes Gadley, 87, of Brunswick, Ohio, formerly of Marienville, died Monday, March 21, 2005, in Southwest General Hospital, Middleburg Heights, Ohio. The Ronald McDonald Funeral Home in Marienville is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick. Willard Lee Resh Willard Lee Resh, 64, of Hanover, Ill., formerly of Rockford, Ill., and Lamartine, died Friday, March 18, 2005, in the Galena Stauss Hospital, Galena, Ill. Born July 28, 1940, in Boswell, he was the son of Asa and Minnie Ulrey Resh. He attended East Rockford High School, Rockford, Ill., Mr. Resh was a truck driver, owner-operator for many years, retiring in 1997. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Hanover, Ill., and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Mr. Resh also belonged to the Mississippi Flyway Sportsman Club, Thomson, Ill., the Savanna, Ill., Moose Lodge, the North American Hunting Club and the National Rifle Association. He loved to hunt, was an avid trap shooter and was an ardent and faithful fan of the Chicago Bears. He was devoted to his family and enjoyed spending time with his grandsons. Mr. Resh was married in Rockford, Ill., May 21, 1960, to Rita Harkness, who survives. Also surviving are three sons, Brett Resh and wife, Dawn, of Rockford, Ill., Brian Resh of Wichita Falls, Texas, and Blaine Resh of Lamartine; and four grandsons, Christopher, Benjamin, Samuel and Ryan. He also is survived by five brothers, Kenneth Resh and wife, Dolores, of Somerset, Terry Resh and wife, Kay, of Jennerstown, Ted Resh and wife, Dolores, and Harold Resh, all of Newton Falls, Ohio, and Dane Resh and wife, Sherry, of Rockford, Ill.; two sisters, Eldeen Leasure and husband, Eddie, of West Farmington, Ohio, and Judy Christiansen and husband, Melton, of Poplar Grove, Ill.; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Resh was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; his stepmother, Eleanor Brennen Resh; and a sister, Helen Brooks. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. today in the Law-Jones Funeral Home, Hanover, Ill. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Hanover with the Rev. Christopher Kuhn presiding. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Hanover. Memorials may be given in Mr. Resh's name. Michael K. Starrett Michael K. Starrett, 48, of 7 E. Second St., Oil City, died at 4:58 a.m. Sunday, March 20, 2005, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born Jan. 10, 1957, in Port Allegany, he was the son of Warren L. Starrett Jr. and Barbara Liggett Starrett. Mr. Starrett had worked in construction. Surviving are a son, Matthew Starrett of Texas; a brother, Gregory Starrett of Leesburgh, Va.; and three sisters, Mary Ann Starrett of Arcadia, Fla., Elizabeth DeVore of Hagerstown, Md., and Susanna Tobon of Boston, Mass. He was preceded in death by his father. There will be no visitation. A service will be held at 3:30 p.m. today in Christ Episcopal Church, Oil City. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made to Christ Episcopal Church, Oil City. The Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home, Franklin, is in charge of arrangements. Charles R. Wert Charles R. Wert of Knox RD died Monday morning, March 21, 2005, in his daughter's home in Distant. The William N. Rupert Mortary in Knox is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick. Memorial service set for Judge Breene Members of Oil City Masonic Lodge No. 710, F&AM, will hold a memorial service for their departed brother, Judge William E. Breene, at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Christ Episcopal Church, Oil City. Gonzalez memorial set Thursday A memorial service for Margaret Gonzalez, 69, of Stark, Fla., formerly of Oil City, will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday in the Reinsel Funeral Home. The service is open to family and friends. Miss Gonzalez died Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005, in Lakeworth, Fla., Getting it right Charles C. Jackson - Charles C. Jackson, 85, of Kittanning Pike, Parker, Allegheny Township, Butler County, died at 7:25 a.m. Sunday, March 20, 2005, at his residence. Mr. Jackson and his wife, Lucille Beals Jackson, were married Jan. 26, 1940. She preceded him in death Sept. 6, 1990. Getting it right Lemuel DeWayne Sharrar - Lemuel DeWayne Sharrar, 77, of Scottsdale, Pa., formerly of Oil City, died at 9:20 p.m. Friday, March 18, 2005, in Frick Hospital, Mount Pleasant, following an extended illness. Among his survivors is a son, Randy Sharrar of Oil City.

Jerry, I'm working on it. There are 7 books, and 6 have 2-3 mentions of the name. Lori Terwilliger Bowling Green Ohio BEERS, BOWERSOX, GULNAC, HUMPHREY, MOODY, MYERS, POTTER, SHARP, SHOUP, STAHLMAN, TERWILLIGER

Hi Mary, I am sure Frank REITZ isn't in there since he died in Clarion Co., PA. A friend of one of the REITZ researchers is looking for obits in New Bethlehem. Wondering if we should email each other privaely. I don't want to clog up the list as all this goes into the archives. I tried sending you a message privately, but it bounced back. Forget why now. I'm going to put your email address in the blind copy and see what happens. - Bev "Mary Boehnlein" <maryb@nacs.net> wrote: 3/22/05 > Hi Bev, > I had George and Margaret but thanks for placing her for me. I have other > George's too. > Do you want me to search Tombstone Hoppin for Frank? I'll also search the > rest of Jeff. county in the books I have. I stopped searching when I saw > your note that you had jJff. Cty. info. > Mary > N2NET (http://www.n2net.net)