This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: BERTUSI Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/5UC.2ACE/1253 Message Board Post: I'm looking for people with this last name:BERTUSI!email me thanks

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Schick, Sheek Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5UC.2ACE/814.6 Message Board Post: I ,too, am a Sheek descendant. The information I have only goes back to Valentine...I'm sorry, but, yes I would like what you have to the present. Valentine's son, Christian had a brother named George, too, but that doesn't look like the same George that you're asking about.. I'm from the Christian to Johann Adam to Adam (Jr.?) to James/John Wesley Sheek line. Your message is old, but if you're still out there, I'd love to hear from you, thanks, Terri.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Hartzell/Winkler/Kukimunda Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/GaB.2ACE/489.1 Message Board Post: Here is link that should help you out. http://worldconnect.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?op=PED&db=jrankin77&id=I283 I am starting to research my mother's family. My grandmother is Margarat Madaline Hartzell and Anna Winkler is her mother, my great great grandmother.

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/1232.2 Message Board Post: Birth and Death records were kept in each county in PA thru 1905. From 1906 to the present they are on file at Vital Records, a state office, which is located in New Castle, PA. Marriage records are kept in the county where the couple applied for their license, not the county they were married in.

The Derrick, Friday, December 24, 2004: Ellen Louise Jennings, Florida, formerly of Franklin and Rocky Grove Robert J. Mennor, Mercer, formerly of Chicora and Franklin Mildred H. Rose, Texas, formerly of Franklin Ellen Louise Jennings Ellen Louise Jennings, 85, of Valrico, Fla., died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2004. Born June 10, 1919, in Mercer, she spent most of her life in the Franklin and Rocky Grove areas. Mrs. Jennings was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and spent much of her life giving to and caring for others. She was married to William H. Jennings, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Jennings is survived by her daughters, Carolyn Jones and her husband, Dan, of Valrico, Fla., and Marilyn Snyder and her husband, Roger, of Tionesta; her grandchildren, Kimberly and Mark Jones and Eric and Shannon Wagner; and 10 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Jennings was preceded in death by her sisters, Hester Mackell and Lucille Williams; and a son, James Edward Jennings. Memorial services will be held in Pennsylvania at a later date. The family suggests memorial contributions be made in Jennings' name to the Jim Jennings Butterfly and Hummingbird Garden at the Sacramento Zoological Society, 3930 W. Land Park Drive, Sacramento, Calif., 95822-1123. Robert J. Mennor Robert J. Mennor, 75, of 208 E. Beaver St., Mercer, died Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2004, in United Community Hospital, Grove City, following a brief illness. Born July 29, 1929, in Donegal Township, Butler County, he was a son of George and Marie Hohn Mennor. Mr. Mennor lived in Chicora and Franklin for many years before moving to Mercer in the early 1970s. He was an over-the-road truck driver with Pittsburgh-Philadelphia Carriers, Werner Continental and Halls Motor Transit, retiring in 1987 with 32 years of safe-driving service. Mr. Mennor was a member of Teamsters No. 261 and a 50-year member of the Moose lodges in Chicora and Mercer. He also belonged to the Wilbur Rhodes VFW post and to the American Legion in Mercer. Mr. Mennor was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed more than 30 years of annual fishing trips to Canada. He also was a skilled woodworker and provided his family and friends with many handcrafted items through the years. He will fondly be remembered by family, friends and neighbors for his gardening efforts and his liberal use of Miracle-Gro. Mr. Mennor was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Mercer. He was married May 23, 1975, to Judith Monroe, who survives. In addition to his wife, Mr. Mennor is survived by six children, Patricia Snyder of Maumelle, Ariz., Roberta Champion and her husband, Mike, of Canton, Ga., Jeanne Xander of Oil City, Mark Mennor and his wife, Yvonne, of Burghill, Ohio, Tim Mennor and his wife, Nena, of Ingleside, Texas, and Tracey Urey and her husband, Dan, of Mercer; and 10 grandchildren, Kelly Forbes of Portland, Ore, Jessica Snyder of Maumelle, Ariz., Katie and Melinda Mennor of Burghill, Ohio, Juanita Mennor of Ingleside, Texas, Samantha Scott and Sidney Urey of Mercer, Kyle and Chloe Champion of Canton, Ga., and Drew Xander of Oil City. Also surviving are two brothers, George Mennor of Colonia, N.J., and Alvin Mennor and his wife, Doll, of Fenelton; one sister, Mary Bandura and her husband, Tom, of Butler; a brother-in-law, Homer Boltz of East Brady; a sister-in-law, Eileen Mennor of Chicora; a brother-in-law and a sister-in-law, Buzz and Linda Monroe of Polk; a mother-in-law, Loma Gilliland of Polk; his former wife, Delores Wise Radaker of DuBois; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Mennor was preceded in death by his parents; an infant son, John Leslie; his brothers, John, Paul, Ken, Dick and William; and a sister, Florence Boltz. Friends may call from 1 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Cunningham Funeral Home, 144 S. Pitt St., Mercer. A wake service will be held at 8:30 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday in Immaculate Heart of Mary Church with the Rev. James Kennelley, pastor of the church, officiating. Mildred H. Rose Mildred H. Rose, 94, a resident of Memorial Oaks Guest House, Houston, Texas, formerly of Franklin, died Saturday, Dec. 18, 2004. Born April 6, 1910, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Charles and Linnie Slater Hays. Mrs. Rose was a 1928 graduate of Franklin High School, attended Beaver College in Jenkintown, and was a 1932 University of Pittsburgh graduate. She was a member of the famous 1927 Franklin High School girls basketball team that won district honors and went to the national championships in Wichita, Kan. Her husband, the late Donald T. Rose, retired after spending 41 years with Atlantic Refining Company, during which time they lived in Franklin, Port Arthur, Texas, and the Philadelphia area. After retirement, the couple sold their home and spent more than 20 years traveling via trailer or motor home, having visited 49 of the 50 U.S. states many times. They missed only North Dakota. In later years, they lived in a park model unit at the Holiday Travel Resort in Leesburg, Fla., which had been their winter home for many years. Mrs. Rose was a member of Calvary Presbyterian Church, Upper Darby. She was married July 19, 1935, in Meadville to Donald T. Rose. She is survived by two daughters, Marianne R. Heid and her husband, Ray, of Natrona Heights, and Linda McDonald and her husband, John, of Houston, Texas; and a sister, Betty Smeal, of Franklin. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Roy A. Heid, Dr. Christy A. Heid, Susan Sorensen and Scott McDonald; and six great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, who died in 2001, Mrs. Rose was preceded in death by a 10-year-old brother, Ralph Hays, in 1914. There was no visitation, and services were private. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Calvary Presbyterian Church, Pennock Avenue, Upper Darby, 19082.

The Derrick, Thursday, December 23, 2004: Ruth E. Heasley, 235 Buffalo St., Franklin Edward C. McGuinness, 610 Elk St., Franklin Ruth E. Heasley Ruth E. Heasley, 71, of 235 Buffalo St., Franklin, died at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2004, at her residence. Born July 30, 1933, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Blaine and Mary Sickles Griffin. Up until the time of her death, Mrs. Heasley worked as a print room clerk at Joy Manufacturing for more than 45 years. Mrs. Heasley was a member of Franklin Moose Auxiliary No. 83 and American Legion Auxiliary Post No. 476. She enjoyed cooking, traveling, gardening, animals and helping less fortunate people. Mrs. Heasley was married Sept. 9, 1956, to Glenn R. Heasley, who survives. Also surviving are two children, Terry L. Heasley of York and Mary Elaine Ray and husband, Joseph, of Franklin; a stepdaughter, Debra Sue Reagle and husband, William, of Polk; and three grandchildren, Jason L. Heasley of York, Heidi Matchett and husband, Jason, of Sterling, Va., and William Reagle Jr. of Yellow Springs, Ohio. She also is survived by two brothers, Louis D. Frankenberger of Franklin and Blaine Griffin and wife of Seneca; and one sister, Emily Doutt of Buena Park, Calif. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Heasley was preceded in death by a stepson, Roland Heasley; a granddaughter, Crystal Lynn Ray; and one brother, William Frankenberger. Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. today in the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home, Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. today in the funeral home with the Rev. Samuel Gibb, pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Franklin, officiating. Interment will be in Old Sandy Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Venango County Humane Society, 2724 Deep Hollow Road, Franklin, 16323; or to Community Services, 39 Parker Ave., Franklin, 16323. Edward C. McGuinness Edward C. McGuinness, 70, of 610 Elk St., Franklin, died at 5:04 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2004, in his home following an illness. Born Nov. 22, 1934, in Bronx, N.Y., he was the son of John and Bri Small McGuinness. Mr. McGuinness graduated from high school in New York and later from Pace University with a degree in business. He served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Mr. McGuinness first was employed with Otis Elevator Co. installing elevators in different buildings throughout New York City. He then worked at Chase Bank in New York City and retired from there as vice president. After retiring from Chase, he worked for Equitable and Met Life in New York and also retired from there. He was a member of St. Patrick Church and the Knights of Columbus. Mr. McGuinness enjoyed bird watching, crossword puzzles, classical music and especially his grandchildren. He was married Jan. 16, 1960, to the former Aloyse O'Heir, who survives. Also surviving are two sons and their wives, Edward C. and Geraldine McGuinness of Utica and Paul A. and Barbara McGuinness of Franklin; two daughters, Regan A. McGuinness of Wingdale, N.Y., and Seana A. McGuinness of Moon Township; and six grandchildren, Edward, Kathleen and Sarah McGuinness of Utica and Sean, Ryan and Megan McGuinness of Franklin. He also is survived by a brother, Michael McGuinness and wife, Mary, of Scranton. In addition to his parents, Mr. McGuinness was preceded in death by a son, Owen F. McGuinness; and a brother, John McGuinness. There will be no visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Patrick Church with the Rev. Robert Manning presiding. Interment will be in Franklin Cemetery. The Huff Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Culp, Ferry, Mannas Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/GaB.2ACE/601 Message Board Post: Trying to find anyone that might have a connection to our great-grandparents Henry and Barbara Ferry. Barbara's maiden name was Culp. She was d/o George and Katherine Culp. Katherine was d/o Peter and Tillie Mannas. Thank You!

The Derrick, Wednesday, December 22, 2004: Richard Anderson Baker Sr., Centerville, Ohio Michael A. "Mike" Callander, Parker Clair Edward "Bus" Fulmer, Brookville, formerly of Marienville Walter "Frank" Gross, Byron, Ga. Francis C. Guyda, formerly of 589 N. Seneca St., Oil City James E. Kahle, Hernando, Fla., Seneca native William E. Knight, Polk Center Amanda C. "Mandee" Stahlman McGinnis, Port Allegany, formerly of Emlenton Betty Amsdell Richardson, 7 Vo-Tech Drive, Oil City Richard Anderson Baker Sr. Richard Anderson Baker Sr. of Centerville, Ohio, died Sunday evening, Dec. 19, 2004, at his home of his illness. He grew up in New York City where he took the local train to Yankee Stadium and became a lifelong follower of the Yankees. He later moved to Ohio. At age 18, Mr. Baker began a 35-year career with General Motors in the brake division where he acted as a test vehicle driver, giving him a keen sense of mechanical systems. This led him to earn a degree in mechanical engineering while working full time and raising a family. After retirement from General Motors, he obtained his second degree in mental health and chemical dependency and worked in this field for several years and in various programs around the Miami Valley. He retired as a counselor from the Veterans Administration. Mr. Baker became a fast and loyal friend of Alcoholics Anonymous which added to his sense of warmth and empathy for his fellow men. During the last few years of his life, he suffered three strokes and several bouts of esophageal cancer. Surviving are his wife of 20 years, Shirley Baker of Centerville, Ohio; his mother-in-law, Theola Galbraith of Knox; his children, Ray and Sherry Baker of South Riding, Va., David and Kathy Courson of Miamisburg, Ohio, Carl and Marcie Courson of Holly, Texas, Rich and Valerie Baker of Tipp City, Ohio, Brian and Sharlynn Naylon of Westford, Mass., and Derek Courson of Centerville, Ohio; 12 grandchildren, one great-grandchild and nieces and nephews. A celebration of life service was held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Tobias Funeral Home in Dayton, Ohio. Interment will be in St. Paul Union Cemetery, Knox RD. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wellness Connection, 1 Elizabeth Place, Suite 110, Dayton, Ohio, 45408; or to Alcoholics Anonymous, 120 W. Second St., Dayton, Ohio, 45402. The William N. Rupert Mortuary in Knox is in charge of local arrangements. Michael A. 'Mike' Callander Michael A. "Mike" Callander, 39, of Perry Township, Parker, died at 12:50 p.m. Monday, Dec. 20, 2004, in United Community Hospital, Grove City, following an extended illness. Born Dec. 16, 1965, in Butler, he was the son of Larry R. and Charlotte E. Jordan Callander, who survive in Perry Township. He was a 1983 graduate of Allegheny-Clarion Valley High School in Foxburg, where he was a member of the football and track teams. He then graduated from the Ohio Diesel Technical School in Cleveland, Ohio. Mr. Callander first was employed as a mechanic for Ralph Dittman Trucking Co. of Bruin. He later became a diesel technician with Hunter's Truck Sales in Eau Claire. Over the 16 years with Hunter's, he also served as shop foreman at its Clearfield operation and then returned to the Eau Claire operation as assistant shop foreman. In his early years, he was a member of the former Dutch Hill Church of God in Perry Township. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Parker, where he had served as a trustee and was a member of the choir. He also played softball for the Park Hill Church of God Team at West Freedom. Mr. Callander was a member of Parker City-Allegheny Valley Lodge, F&AM No. 521 of Parker and the New Castle Consistory. From his youth he loved to go camping with his grandparents and parents, and that hobby continued with his own family until ill health no longer permitted this tradition. He also was an avid trapper and hunter and enjoyed owning and riding horses. Mr. Callander was a former member of the Pine Hollow Rod & Gun Club in Perry Township. He was married Dec. 10, 1994, to Kimberly D. O'Neil, who survives, along with his parents and two daughters, Kylene D. "Kylee" Callander and Michaela B. Callander, both at home. Also surviving are a sister, Mary Rothen and husband, Eric, of Emlenton; a brother, Mark Todd Callander and wife, Angie, of Greenville; maternal grandmother, Ione Jordan of Perry Township; paternal grandparents, Ronel and Ellen Callander of Clarview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Sligo; his mother-in-law, Harriet O'Neil of Parker; and nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home Inc., Wayne Street, Parker. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the First Presbyterian Church in Parker with the Rev. Richard Anschutz, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Parker Presbyterian Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the Furnace Fund, First Presbyterian Church, Parker, 16049. Clair Edward "Bus" Fulmer Clair Edward "Bus" Fulmer, 86, formerly of Marienville, died Monday evening, Dec. 20, 2004, in Jefferson Manor, Brookville, where he had resided. Born Jan. 25, 1918, in Cooksburg, he was the son of George and Orpha Winters Fulmer. Mr. Fulmer retired in 1982 from TRW in Jamestown, N.Y. He enjoyed socializing with family and friends. Mr. Fulmer was married Aug. 15, 1942, to the former Lenoir McCool, who died June 17, 2001. Surviving are two sons, Edward C. Fulmer of Vowinckel and Donald Fulmer and wife, Stella, of Marienville; a daughter, Forest S. Surrena and husband, Sherril, of Jamestown, N.Y.; 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He also is survived by a nephew, Leason McCool of Lansing, Mich.; and two nieces, Kathleen Nelson of Erie and Elsie Cuneo of South Bend, Ind. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Fulmer was preceded in death by four brothers, Howard, Jake, George and John; one sister, Elsie Wilkinson; a daughter-in-law, Darlene Fulmer; and a grandson, Edward Charles Clair Fulmer. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Borland Funeral Home Inc. in Leeper. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Daniel Richter, pastor of Greenwood United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Walter "Frank" Gross Walter "Frank" Gross, 59, of 101 Hudson St., Byron, Ga., husband of the former Donna J. Oakes of Rockland, died Monday, Dec. 20, 2004. Francis C. Guyda Francis C. Guyda, 87, of 1293 Grandview Road, formerly of 589 N. Seneca St., Oil City, died at 5:12 p.m. Monday, Dec. 20, 2004, in Beverly Healthcare-Oil City, following an extended illness. Born Feb. 17, 1917, in Oil City, he was the son of Samuel and Victoria Ochalek Guyda. Mr. Guyda attended Assumption and Oil City schools, Welch's Business College and Duquesne University and graduated from Washington College of America, School of Law, receiving his bachelor's of law degree. He was a life member of Sigma Nu Phi Legal fraternity, Holmes Chapter. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, completing basic training in Fort Bragg, N.C., with Battery D, 11th Infantry Battalion, 4th Regiment. He served in the American Theater for more than four years. He received the American Theater of War and Defense Medals and a Bronze Star. Mr. Guyda served with the Veterans Administration for more than 27 years as a law clerk. He was a life member of the National Association of Retired Government Employees and was a retired member of the American Federation of Government Employees. He was a member of Assumption BVM Church. Mr. Guyda was a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 284 and All-American No. 15011 in Washington, D.C.; a life member of James M. Henderson Post 32, Oil City American Legion; and a life member of the American Rifle Association. He is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Guyda was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was preceded in death by his parents; seven brothers, Thaddeus, Stanley, Joseph, John, Walter and Anthony Guyda and an infant; and one sister, Mary Watras. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Reinsel Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday in Assumption BVM Church with the Rev. John Neff presiding. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Assumption BVM Church. James E. Kahle James E. Kahle, 74, of 4185 E. Gloria Drive, Hernando, Fla., formerly of Erie, died Thursday, Dec. 16, 2004. Born in Seneca, he was the son of the late Virgil B. and Bertha Smail Kahle. He was a graduate of Cranberry High School and served in the U.S. Navy from 1948 to 1952. Mr. Kahle owned and operated Erie Industrial Scale Co. until retiring in 1995. Surviving are his wife, Marian Weber Moran Kahle; a daughter, Linda Proper and husband, Mark, of Erie; and four sons, James Kahle of Lynchburg, Va., Wesley Kahle of Erie, Eric Kahle of Pittsburgh and Joel Kahle and wife, Michelle, of Erie. He also is survived by one sister, Jean Sheatz and husband, Willard, of Cranberry; and one brother, Don Kahle and wife, Cheryl, of Oxford, Ga. Also surviving are a stepdaughter, Jane Sundberg of Erie; a stepson, James Moran and wife, Francy, of Sebastapol, Calif.; two grandchildren and four stepgrandchidren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Nancy Miles and Helen Marie Williams. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday in the Brugger Home for Funerals, 1595 W. 38th St., Greengarden Blvd., Erie. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. J. David Mumford officiating. Interment will be in Erie County Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Diabetes Association, 110 W. 10th St., Suite 203, Erie, 16501. Condolences may be e-mailed to bruggerfuneralhomes.com. William E. Knight William E. Knight, 54, of Polk Center, died early Tuesday morning, Dec. 21, 2004, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born Aug. 15, 1950, in Franklin, he was the son of the late Taylor Knight Jr. and Mary Lou Winger Knight. He had been a resident of Polk Center for 43 years. Surviving are six brothers, Taylor Knight and wife, Margaret, and Tad Knight and wife, Penny, all of Coal Hill, Rex Knight of Oil City, and Dennis Knight, Jerry Knight and Thomas Knight and wife, Debbie, all of Florida; three sisters, Ruth Biernesser of Fertigs, Ona Knight of Oil City and Judy Harper and husband, Gene, of Florida; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Faller Funeral Home Inc. in Fryburg. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Paul "Pete" Knight, retired Free Methodist minister, officiating. Interment will be in Heckathorn Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the Venango County Visiting Nurses Association. Amanda C. "Mandee" Stahlman McGinnis Amanda C. "Mandee" Stahlman McGinnis, 90, of Laurel Lane, Port Allegany, formerly of Emlenton, died Monday, Dec. 20, 2004, in Lakeview Senior Care & Living Center, Smethport. Born Aug. 26, 1914, in Rimersburg, she was the daughter of James M. and Lizzie Switzer Cowan. Mrs. McGinnis spent her early years in Rimersburg and was a 1932 graduate of Union High School, Rimersburg. She also graduated from Mason Felix Beauty School, Pittsburgh, and opened her own beauty salon in 1937 in Emlenton. She was licensed as a beautician for more than 50 years. Mrs. McGinnis was a graduate of the Liberty Bible Institute in Lynchburg, Va. Her interest was in Biblical travel and points of interest. She had visited the Holy Land, Greece, Cairo, Beriut, Cyprus, Venice, Rome, London and the Greek Isles. She served with a summer missionary team with the Central Alaskan Missions at Glenallen, Alaska, and also served with a summer missionary team with the Hawaiian Island Missions on the island of Maui. Mrs. McGinnis was a member of Emlenton Presbyterian Church, where she served as an elder, Bible school teacher, secretary and church treasurer. She was a former member of the Order of Eastern Star, the Lady Emlen Rebekah Lodge, Women's Benefit Association and past grands of Rebekah Lodge. She was a member of the Emlenton Over 55 Club. Mrs. McGinnis was a homemaker and enjoyed gardening. She first was married Oct. 28, 1933, to J. Reid Stahlman, who died Sept. 23, 1980. She then was married Dec. 5, 1986, to Vance L. McGinnis, who died in June 1999. Surviving are two sons and their wives, Leland and Margaret Stahlman of Port Allegany and Robert and Charlotte Stahlman of Wellsville, N.Y.; seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She also is survived by a brother, Dale D. Young of Oberlin, Kan. In addition to her parents and two husbands, Mrs. McGinnis was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank Cowan and Chester Campbell; a sister, Zelia Martin; a son and daughter-in-law, James R. and Connie Stahlman; a grandson, Roger Stahlman; and a great-granddaughter, Elizabeth. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. today and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday in the Hile Funeral Home Inc., 1204 Kerr Ave., Emlenton. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Lloyd Danielson, pastor of Emlenton Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in Crawford Memorial Cemetery, Emlenton. Memorial contributions may be made to Emlenton Presbyterian Church or the organ fund of the First Presbyterian Church of Port Allegany. Betty Amsdell Richarson Betty Amsdell Richardson, 82, of 7 Vo-Tech Drive, Apt. 2A, Oil City, died at 12:23 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2004, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca, following emergency surgery. Born April 22, 1922, in Sugarcreek Township, she was the daughter of Bernice Amsdell Cauvel. Mrs. Richardson retired from Venango County as director of the personal property tax office after 22 years of employment. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Oil City and the Order of Eastern Star. Mrs. Richardson enjoyed golfing, fishing and playing cards, especially bridge. She married Donald T. Richardson Sr., who survives. They celebrated 62 years of marriage Sept. 14, 2004. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are a daughter, Karen Sue Myers and husband, Steve, of Allentown; a son, Donald T. Richardson Jr. and wife, Sherry, of Polk; six grandchildren, Mandy Zimmer, Wendy Beggs, Jonathan Richardson, Curt Dolan, Christie Lee and Nathaniel Myers; and five great-grandchildren, Cory and Tristen Lee, Jordan and Josh Dolan and Madison Zimmer. She also is survived by two brothers, Richard E. Cauvel and wife, Anita, of Franklin, and Philip J. Cauvel and wife, Carol, of Titusville. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 8, in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin, with the Rev. Joseph E. Filer, pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Oil City, officiating. Interment will be in Franklin Cemetery. The family suggests donations be made to a charity of one's choice.

The Derrick, Tuesday, December 21, 2004: Michael "Mike" Callander, Parker Clair Fulmer, Brookville, formerly of Marienville Star Route Francis C. Guyda, formerly of 589 N. Seneca St., Oil City Patricia Gail Kephart, Strattanville Edward James McClellan Sr., 141/2 Pearl Ave., Oil City Amanda C. Stahlman McGinnis, Port Allegany, formerly of Emlenton Carl F. Rothen Jr., Chestnut Street, Emlenton Connie M. Spangler, Strattanville Michael 'Mike' Callander Michael "Mike" Callander, 39, of Perry Township, Parker, died at 12:50 p.m. Monday, Dec. 20, 2004, in United Community Hospital, Grove City, following an extended illness. Friends may call after 7 p.m. today in the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home, Parker. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick. Clair Fulmer Clair Fulmer, formerly of Marienville Star Route, died Monday, Dec. 20, 2004, in Jefferson Manor, Brookville. The Borland Funeral Home Inc. in Leeper is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick. Francis C. Guyda Francis C. Guyda, 87, formerly of 589 N. Seneca St., Oil City, died at 5:12 p.m. Monday, Dec. 20, 2004, in Beverly Healthcare-Oil City, following an extended illness. The Reinsel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick. Patricia Gail Kephart Patricia Gail Kephart, 70, of Strattanville, died Sunday evening, Dec. 19, 2004, at her home following a short illness. Born May 23, 1934, in DuBois, she was the daughter of Blaine "Pawkey" and Violet Sanberg Johnston of Johnston's Nursery in Penfield. Mrs. Kephart was born and raised in the Penfield area and had resided in Clymer for 10 years and lived in Strattanville for the past seven years. She attended the Clearfield schools. Mrs. Kephart was a member of the Home Camp Methodist Church in Rockton. She was very active with her children and grandchildren in their activities, including sports. Mrs. Kephart was married in Rock Island, Ill., Sept. 5, 1959, to Gerald "Jerry" Kephart, who survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Susan Conley of Avon Park, Fla., and Angela Snowberger of Corsica; one son, Kevin Kephart of Strattanville; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She also is survived by a sister, Karen Quick of Norway, Mich. Mrs. Kephart was preceded in death by her parents. Visitation will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday in the Home Camp Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday in the church with the Rev. Carlton D. White officiating. Interment will be in Crown Crest Memorial Park in Clearfield. The family suggests donations be made to Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice, P.O. Box 668, Knox, 16232, or to Home Camp Methodist Church, 2282 South Continental Drive, Rockton, 15856. The Ralph M. Geer Funeral Home, 12045 Bennetts Valley Highway, Penfield, is in charge of arrangements. Edward James McClellan Sr. Edward James McClellan Sr., 51, of 141/2 Pearl Ave., Oil City, died unexpectedly Friday, Dec. 17, 2004. Amanda C. Stahlman McGinnis Amanda C. Stahlman McGinnis, 90, of Port Allegany, formerly of Emlenton, died at 11:50 a.m. Monday, Dec. 20, 2004,in Lakeview Nursing Home, Smethport. The Hile Funeral Home Inc. of Emlenton is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick. Carl F. Rothen Jr. Carl F. Rothen Jr., 62, of Chestnut Street, Emlenton, died at 9:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 19, 2004, at the home of his daughter, Amy Kaufman, following a short illness. Born March 14, 1942, in Bellevue, Allegheny County, he was the son of Carl F. and Katherine Perine Rothen. He was a member of the first graduating class of Knoch High School in 1960. Mr. Rothen was employed for a number of years by Orton Construction in Emlenton. He had been employed as a paramedic at Clarion Hospital and most recently was employed as a rural mail carrier in Emlenton by the United States Postal Service. He was a founding member of the Emlenton Area Ambulance Service. Mr. Rothen was a member of St. Michael Roman Catholic Church, Emlenton, where he had served as an eucharistic minister and lector and helped to serve church dinners. He also was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed carpentry, cooking and the outdoors and greatly enjoyed helping others and the company of his grandchildren. He was a model train enthusiast. Mr. Rothen was married in St. Joseph Church in Cabot Oct. 6, 1962, to Mae Elser, who survives. Also surviving are two sons and their wives; Neal C. and Margaret Rothen and Eric G. and Mary Rothen, all of Emlenton; two daughters, Mrs. Doug (Carla S.) Cratty of Connoquenessing and Mrs. Raymond (Amy) Kaufman of Parker; and 10 grandchildren, Jessica, Brittany, Rebecca and Jordan Cratty of Connoquenessing, Kevin, Danielle and Emily Kaufman of Parker; and Erika, Justin and Kiersten Rothen of Emlenton. He also is survived by two brothers, Robert Rothen of Ridge Manor, Fla., and Fred Rothen of Bessemer; and a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Hile Funeral Home Inc, 1204 Kerr Ave., Emlenton. Members of the Altar-Rosary Society of St. Michael Church will recite the rosary at 6:45 p.m. today in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday in St. Michael Roman Catholic Church, Emlenton, with Msgr. Conrad Kraus presiding. Interment will be in St. Michael Cemetery, Emlenton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hillman Cancer Center, 5115 Center Ave., Pittsburgh, 15232. Connie M. Spangler Connie M. Spangler, 72, of Carney Road, Strattanville, died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2004, at her home. Born April 13, 1932, in Knox, she was the daughter of Grover C. and Hattie B. Campbell Ashbaugh. Mrs. Spangler retired from a glass plant in Atlanta, Ga. She enjoyed bingo and playing cards. Mrs. Spangler was married Aug. 16, 1963, to George E. Spangler, who died Jan. 2, 1997. Surviving are two daughters, Tammy E. Spangler and her companion, Jeffrey Best, of Knox and Tracy E. Johnston and husband, Andrew, of Strattanville; two stepdaughters, Nancy R. Lewis and husband, William, of Clarion and Betsy R. Neeley of Lancaster; three grandchildren, Justin F. Gabler, Kyle B. Gabler and Madelyne E. Johnston; 10 stepchildren; 26 step-great-grandchildren; and seven step-great-great-grandchildren. She also is survived by one brother, John Ashbaugh and wife, Glenna, of Knox; and one sister, Daisy Ashbaugh of Knox. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Spangler was preceded in death by one brother, Charles D. Ashbaugh; one stepson, William E. Spangler; and one stepgrandson, Robert A. Lewis. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Goble Funeral Home of Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Steve Fuller officiating. Interment will follow in Cedarview Memorial Park in Strattanville.

The Derrick, Monday, December 20, 2004: Shirley Jean Gehres, 116 Walnut St., Cochranton Janet L. Haba, Oil City, formerly of Clarksburg, Md. Bernard A. "Barney" Hanlon Jr., Pleasantville RR 1 Dr. Erika M. Lambert, Clarion, formerly of Rimersburg J.C. Richter, 106 Third St., Cochranton Lawrence William Riggle, 1024 Pump Station Road, Titusville Shirley Jean Gehres Shirley Jean Gehres, 61, of 116 Walnut St., Cochranton, died Saturday, Dec. 18, 2004, at her residence following a two-year illness. Born Feb. 14, 1943, in Meadville, she was the daughter of Elmer and Twila Hogg Keas. She was a 1961 graduate of Cochranton High School. Mrs. Gehres worked for 20 years at the Cochranton Elementary School for Crawford Central School District. She was in the first EMT class in Northwest Pennsylvania and was an EMT for 13 years. Mrs. Gehres was a charter member of the Cochranton Volunteer Ambulance Service. She also was a member of the Crawford County Fireman's Auxiliary, was a lifetime member of the Cochranton Volunteer Fire Department and assisted the Crawford/Venango Fire School Committee at various functions for more than 25 years. Mrs. Gehres was a charter member and former member of the Cochranton Order of Eastern Star. She loved camping and spending time with her grandchildren. Mrs. Gehres was married June 2, 1962, to Frank Gehres, who survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Laurie Colgrove and husband, Joe, of Cochranton; a son, Michael Gehres and wife, Barb, of Cochranton; and four grandchildren, Patricia Thompson, Felicia Gehres, Kyle Gehres and Sarah Colgrove. She also is survived by two brothers, Lee Keas and wife, Nancy, of Conneaut Lake and Robert Keas and wife, Patty, of Meadville; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Mrs. Gehres was preceded in death by her parents and an infant sister, Ruth Ann. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Dickson Family Funeral Home, Inc., 123 S. Franklin St., Cochranton. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. John Boal of the Cochranton Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in Cochranton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Cochranton Volunteer Fire Department, the Cochranton Volunteer Ambulance Service or to a charity of one's choice. Condolences can be e-mailed to dicksonfuneralhome@ alltel.net. Janet L. Haba Janet L. Haba, 58, of Oil City, formerly of Clarksburg, Md., died Saturday, Dec. 18, 2004, at her home. Born Sept. 21, 1946, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Samuel H. and G. Grace Sheats Lowry. She was a graduate of Oil City High School. Mrs. Haba enjoyed antiquing, bird watching, cooking, gardening and spending time with family and friends. She was married in Rockville, Md., Oct. 9, 1971, to Andrew Haba, who survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Andrea Jenanette Haba and Amanda Janet Haba, both of Frederick, Md.; and one son, Adam Joseph Haba of Clarksburg, Md. She also is survived by eight sisters and one brother, Mrs. Stanley (Peg) Idzi and Mrs. Fred (Barb) Perry, both of Oil City, Mrs. Sue Webster of Dayton, Ohio, Mrs. Clinton (Rachel) Davenport of Chambersburg, Mrs. Gary (Linda) Stevens of Gainesville, Va., Mrs. Richard (Virginia) Renninger of Smyrna, N.C., Mrs. Ronald (Judy) Newell of Greencastle, Mrs. Tom (Ruth) Corran of Surprise, Ariz., and William Lowry and wife, Sandra, of Norfolk, Va.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Haba was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Andrew John Haba; two brothers, Samuel H. Lowry Jr. and Peter Lowry; and two sisters, Mary Wagner and Jane Wenner. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Osenider Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Georgeville Cemetery. The family requests memorial donations be sent to Mrs. Haba's husband, Andrew Haba, 13901 Lewisdale Road, Clarksburg, Md., 20871-9633, for the Andrew John Haba Memorial Scholarship. Bernard A. "Barney" Hanlon Jr. Bernard A. "Barney" Hanlon Jr., 76, of Pleasantville RR 1, died late Saturday evening, Dec. 18, 2004, at his residence where he was raising his grandson, Leo A. Hanlon Jr. Born Oct. 8, 1928, in Butler County, he was the son of Bernard A. Hanlon Sr. and Helen Morrow Hanlon. He attended the Forest County schools. Mr. Hanlon was self-employed and owner of Barney's Garage of Pleasantville for 30 years, retiring in 1980. He was a member of St. Walburga Church, Titusville, and was a longstanding member of the Tidioute Bucktails Trap League. Mr. Hanlon was a social member of the Tidioute VFW and the Titusville PNA. He was a former member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 492 of Titusville He was an avid hunter and sportsman his entire life. He loved being with his family and his many friends. Mr. Hanlon was married in Greenup, Ky., Oct. 26, 1946, to Martha Jean Tobin, who died May 19, 1996. Surviving are five children, Patricia Sorenson and Mary Beth Pence, both of Youngsville, Jeffrey L. Hanlon and wife, Lisa, of Titusville, Greg R. Hanlon of Louisville, Ky., and Patrick Todd Hanlon and wife, Jennie, of Pleasantville; 23 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. He also is survived by three sisters, Alene Fish of Pleasantville, Mary Harmon and husband, Alfred, of Tionesta and Jeanie Covell and husband, Warren, of Titusville; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Hanlon was preceded in death by two sons, Leo A. Hanlon Sr. and Bernard A. Hanlon III; a granddaughter, Cortney Hanlon; a sister, Betty Labow; and a brother, Leo A. "Lefty" Hanlon. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Leo N. Hennes Funeral Home, Inc., 203 E. Main St., Titusville. A Christian Wake Service will be held at 8:45 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Visitation will continue from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday in the gathering space of St. Walburga Church, Titusville. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the church with the Rev. Gregory Passauer, interim pastor, presiding. Interment will be in St. Catharine Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Lung Association of Pennsylvania, 3524 W. 26th St., Erie, 16506. Dr. Erika M. Lambert Dr. Erika M. Lambert, 95, a retired dentist formerly of Rimersburg, died at 8:10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18, 2004, in Beverly Healthcare, Clarion. She was born Nov. 4, 1909, in the country of Latvia, where she graduated in 1932 as a dentist from the University of Latvia. Dr. Lambert was employed at the Latvian Railway Employees Dispensary and the Red Cross Children's Nursing Home in Krustpils, Latvia. She left Latvia in 1939 when the Russians took over and fled to Germany by boat with her mother and brother. She spent the war years in Germany. In 1947, Dr. Lambert graduated with a doctorate of oral surgery from Eberhard University in Tuebingen. Following graduation, she and her mother moved to Minnesota where she graduated from the University of Minnesota. Dr. Lambert was a U.S. Army veteran and in 1948, she was employed at the 11th Field Hospital as a dentist for the Army. In 1964, she graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a doctorate of oral surgery and then moved to Rimersburg where she began her own practice at the Rimersburg Medical Center. She practiced until retiring in the 1990s. Dr. Lambert attended the Rimersburg United Church of Christ. She has no surviving family, having been preceded in death by her parents and one brother. Calling hours will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Varner Funeral Home in Rimersburg. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Jack Gareis, interim pastor of the Rimersburg United Church of Christ, officiating. Interment will be in the Rimersburg Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Area Agency on Aging, 12 Grant St., Clarion, 16214. J.C. Richter J.C. Richter, 79, of 106 Third St., Cochranton, died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2004, in Meadville Medical Center. Born Aug. 13, 1925, in Dickerson Run, he was the son of Jacob C. and Alice Sechler Richter. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Mr. Richter owned and operated the Valley View Service Station and also the Keystone Station. He also was employed at Morco in Cochranton and retired from Cochranton High School where he worked in the maintenance department. He was known for his small engine repair work in the Cochranton area. Mr. Richter was a member of the Cochranton American Legion James L. Steen Post No. 836. He was of the Protestant faith. Mr. Richter was married March 22, 1947, to M. Maxine Rough, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Larry Richter and wife, Veronica, and Roger Richter and fiancee, Cherie Lantz, all of Cochranton; four grandchildren, Jay, Corey, Jessie and Chad Richter; and four great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Mr. Richter was preceded in death by two infant brothers, Robert and Cletudis Richter; an infant sister, Lillian Richter; a sister, Cleda Cutshall; and an adopted sister, Carol Campbell. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Dickson Family Funeral Home, Inc., 123 S. Franklin St., Cochranton. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Russell Hines of the Cochranton United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Peters Cemetery, Venango County. Condolences can be e-mailed to dicksonfuneralhome@alltel.net. Lawrence William Riggle Lawrence William Riggle, 64, of 1024 Pump Station Road, Titusville, died at 3:44 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18, 2004, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born Feb. 19, 1940, in Washington, Pa., he was the son of John and Viola Bogan Riggle. Mr. Riggle was employed as a truck driver for Klapec Trucking from 1987 to 2001. He enjoyed reading and sports. Mr. Riggle was married Aug. 11, 1991, to the former Nancy J. Holmes, who survives. Also surviving are a son, John Riggle and wife, Tonya, of Washington, Pa.; a daughter, Franki Ardeno of Oklahoma; a stepdaughter, Michelle Patterson of Washington, Pa.; and nine grandchildren, Page Ann Riggle, John Michael Riggle, Barbara Ardeno, Jeremy Todd, Angela Riggle, Nick Riggle, Dustin O-Hair, Channing O-Hair and Lawrence O-Hair. He also is survived by a brother, Frank Riggle and wife, Cindy, of Washington, Pa.; a sister, Pat Palmer of Monessen; and his dogs and cat, Gator, Snoopy, Sadie and Sooty. There will be no visitation. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society, Visiting Nurses Association of Venango County or to the Humane Society. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

The Derrick, Saturday, December 18, 2004: Mary T. Forrester, New Bethlehem Kenneth W. Maxwell, New Bethlehem John C. Schuster, Parker Mary T. Forrester Mary T. Forrester, 89, of New Bethlehem, died Thursday evening, Dec. 16, 2004, at Brookville Hospital. Born Nov. 14, 1915, in New Bethlehem, she was a daughter of the late Leo J. and Prudentia Bondi Cherico. She was married to Denver T. Forrester, who preceded her in death in 1996. Mrs. Forrester was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church in New Bethlehem. She was an avid antique dealer and collector and was known throughout the tri-state area for her enthusiasm and love of things past. Surviving are three brothers, Joseph Cherico of Clarence, N.Y., Leo Cherico and his wife, Mafalda (Marie), of New Bethlehem, and William Cherico and his wife, Roxy, of Dayton; a sister, Ann Neutrelle of Ford City; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank Cherico and Andy Cherico; and four sisters, Josephine Cherico, Jenny Cherico, Nora Hiles and Rose Zambito. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Rupert Funeral Home in New Bethlehem. A Christian wake service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Charles Catholic Church in New Bethlehem with the Rev. William Laska as celebrant. Interment will follow at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in New Bethlehem. Kenneth W. Maxwell Kenneth W. Maxwell, 80, of New Bethlehem, died Thursday evening, Dec. 16, 2004, at Brookville Hospital. Born Jan. 10, 1924, in New Bethlehem, he was a son of the late James and Mary Heller Maxwell. A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Maxwell worked as a foreman for Crawford Furniture until his retirement in 1986. He was a member of the VFW, the Loyal Order of the Moose and the American Legion, all in New Bethlehem, and attended New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church. He was married March 20, 1943, to the former Theo Jane Lewis, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Jack B. Maxwell and his wife, Donna, of New Bethlehem, and Robert A. Maxwell Sr. of New Bethlehem; a daughter, Tawna L. Rearick and her husband, John D., of New Bethlehem; a daughter-in-law, Hulda Grendoel of Chatsford, Va.; 12 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, David James Maxwell, in 1990. There will be no visitation. Interment will take place in New Bethlehem Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Clarion County Historical Society, 18 Grant St., Clarion, 16214. The Rupert Funeral Home of New Bethlehem is in charge of arrangements. John C. Schuster John C. Schuster, 61, of Parker, died at 6 a.m. Friday, Dec. 17, 2004, at his residence following an extended illness. Born Aug. 11, 1943, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Frederick and Myrtle Hallewell Schuster. He entered the U.S. Army on March 10, 1965, and was honorably discharged March 2, 1967, with the rank of specialist fourth class. He served 18 months in Okinawa during the Vietnam era. Following his discharge from the military, he was a petroleum truck driver with the Pennsylvania Refining Co. (now Penreco) at Karns City from 1967 to June 2001. He was a member of American Legion Post 598 of Parker for 38 years and was a member of Teamsters Union Local 926. He was of the Protestant faith. He and his family enjoyed traveling in general and especially enjoyed attending Indy car races and visiting the track pits. While the Indianapolis track was the family favorite, they frequently attended races at Homestead, Fla.; Brooklyn, Mich.; Nazareth; Lexington, Ohio; Richmond, Va.; and the Poconos. They also enjoyed sprint car racing at Mercer and Eldora, Ohio. In addition to harassing all the neighborhood children in good fun, he especially enjoyed fueling arguments between his daughter and a special nephew, Eric. He was married June 21, 1968, to Dixie Preston Schuster, who survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Mary Ann of Parker and her fiance, Terry MacKrell of Chicora, of whom Mr. Schuster was most proud to have as a future son-in-law; and a sister, Mildred (Midge) Schuster of Hooker. Survivors also include his father-in-law and mother-in-law, James and Jean Preston of Foxburg; and five nieces and nephews in addition to a special nephew, Eric Kriebel. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Frederick A. Schuster Jr. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home Inc., Wayne Street, Parker. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with the American Legion and VFW posts of Parker conducting military honors following the service. Interment will be in Parker Presbyterian Cemetery.

The Derrick, Friday, December 17, 2004: Louis V. Birsa, Ahrensville David E. Brenneman, Denver, Colo., Kennerdell native John N. Budzinski, Hydetown Louis Felix, New Castle Russell Chatley Klinger, Hershey, Cochranton native Mary E. Krizon, 483 Raymilton Road, Polk William E. "Bill" Warner, Big Spring, Texas Louis V. Birsa Louis V. Birsa, 74, of Ahrensville, died Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2004, in Ahrensville. Born May 14, 1930, in Oil City, he was the son of Louis V. and Amelia Lovrencic Birsa. Mr. Birsa worked as a cabinet maker for 25 years at Asel's Cabinet Shop in Rouseville, retiring in 1992. He had served as treasurer of the Oil City Knights of Columbus Building Association for the last few years. Mr. Birsa was a member of Our Lady Help of Christians Church in Siverly, the Knights of Columbus, PNA and Pulaski Club, all of Oil City, the Sons of Italy and the K of C Golf League. He enjoyed playing golf, woodworking, bowling, time spent on the computer, working around the house and spending time with his family and friends. Mr. Birsa was married in Oil City May 14, 1955, to Nataline A. Kelecic, who died Sept. 30, 1981. Surviving are a son and his wife, David L. and Patricia Birsa of Oil City; a daughter and her husband, Kathleen and Thomas P. Schettler of Ahrensville; three grandchildren, Shannon Birsa of Oil City and Natalie Schettler and Michael Schettler of Ahrensville; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Birsa was preceded in death by a brother, Bruno F. Birsa. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the Osenider Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday in Our Lady Help of Christians Church with the Rev. John Malthaner, pastor, presiding. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The family requests memorial donations be made to Our Lady Help of Christians Church, the Venango County VNA Hospice or the Oil City Library. David E. Brenneman David E. Brenneman, 84, of Denver, Colo., born in Kennerdell to Ralph and Lulu Brenneman and survived by his wife, Betty, and two sisters, Dorothy Chadwick of Kennerdell and Helen Weaver of Titusville, died Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004, in Denver. John N. Budzinski John N. Budzinski, 81, of 12409 Main St., Hydetown, died unexpectedly Thursday morning, Dec. 16, 2004, at his residence. Born Dec. 1, 1923, in Nisko, Poland, he was the son of Casimira and Angela Kohn Budzinski. He was a 1939 graduate of St. Joseph High School in Oil City. Mr. Budzinski was a veteran of World War II, having been inducted into the U.S. Army Feb. 25, 1943, in New Cumberland. He was assigned to Headquarters Co., 188th Parachute Infantry. He served as a scout, obtaining information concerning strength, disposition and probable intentions of enemy forces, route conditions locations for bivouac, information by radio, read maps, made sketches and used compass and field glasses. He was stationed in New Guinea, Southern Philippines and Luzon. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, American Theater Service Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Theater Service Medal with three Bronze Stars, World War II Victory Medal, Bronze Star Medal and Philippines Liberation Ribbon with one Bronze Star. He was discharged Nov. 26, 1945, from Ingomar Separation Center with the rank of private first class. Mr. Budzinski formerly was employed at Struthers-Wells Corp. in Titusville until its closing. He then worked for 18 years at General Electric in Erie until his retirement in 1982. After retirement, he could be found at Church Run Orchard, Titusville. He was a member of St. Walburga Church, Polish National Alliance Group No. 2031, Oil Creek Beagle Cub and the National Rifle Association. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Mr. Budzinski was married in St. Walburga Church, Titusville, Nov. 22, 1947, to Doris Nadolny of Hydetown. She survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Karrie Budzinski Valauri and husband, David, of Pittsburgh and Christine Michelle Budzinski of Catskill, N.Y. He also is survived by four sisters, Wanda Garbacz and husband, Anthony, of Oil City, Helen Ethridge and husband, Raymond, of Buffalo, N.Y., Jean Ginka Minter of Florence, S.C., and Louise Harper of Kansas City, Mo.; two brothers, E. Michael Budzinski of North Tonawanda, N.Y., and Bruno Budzinski of Campbell, Calif.; two sisters-in-law, Lois Budzinski of Meadville and Mary Budzinski of Tyrone; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Susan Lowe and Lottie Gist, and two brothers, Matthew Frank Budzinski and Thaddeus Ted Budzinski. Relatives and friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the Leo N. Hennes Funeral Home, Inc., 203 E. Main St., Titusville. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday in St. Titus Church, Titusville, with the Rev. Gregory Passauer, interim pastor of St. Walburga and St. Titus churches, presiding. Interment will be in St. Walburga Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Crawford County Humane Society, 11012 Kennedy Hill Road, Meadville, 16335. Louis Felix Louis Felix, 98, a resident of Avalon Nursing Center, New Castle, formerly of Old Butler Road, New Castle, died Wednesday morning, Dec. 15, 2004, in Jameson Memorial Hospital, New Castle. Born April 25, 1906, in Star Junction, he was the son of Stephen and Clara Molnar Felix. Mr. Felix retired in 1971 from Spring Division of Rockwell International Corp., New Castle, after 30 years of service. He was a member of the Gardner Chapel Assembly of God, New Castle, Mr. Felix enjoyed writing poetry, playing the guitar and painting in watercolor. He was married Aug. 4, 1951, to Virginia Clayton, who died Feb. 17, 2000. Surviving are one stepson and wife, Robert and Janet Jones of Johnstown; two sisters, Julia Covert of New Castle and Mary Nusser of Florida; 10 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Felix was preceded in death by two stepdaughters, June Bonner and Hazel Leece; two grandsons, Mark Bonner and Jon Marshall; three brothers, Steve Felix, John Felix and Andrew Felix; and two sisters, Margaret Johnson and Elizabeth Dout. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. today in the Ed & Don DeCarbo Funeral Home & Crematory, 941 S. Mill St., New Castle. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home. Entombment will be in CastleView Memorial Gardens, New Castle. Memorial contributions may be made to Gardner Chapel Assembly of God, 2809 Forest St., New Castle, 16101. Online condolences may be received at www.decarbofuneralhome.com. Russell Chatley Klinger Russell Chatley Klinger, 83, of Hershey, died Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2004, in the Health Care Center of the Masonic Village in Elizabethtown. Born in Cochranton, he was the son of Joseph Sibley Klinger and Albertina May Chatley Klinger of Rocky Grove. Mr. Klinger served aboard the USS Arctic in the U.S. Navy as a radio operator during World War II in the South Pacific. After the war, he completed his bachelor of science in business and master of education at Westminster College in New Wilmington. Mr. Klinger was a high school business teacher the majority of his professional career. He retired in 1986 after 26 years of service to the young men and women of the Milton Hershey School. While there, he supervised the school bank, assisted with the yearbook and was the Glee Club Explorer adviser. An avid musician, he played the clarinet, piano, organ and accordion aboard ship, in local bands and for his church. He also enjoyed nature walks, cruises, family vacations and meeting people. Mr. Klinger was active in his community. He was a member of the Free & Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania for more than 50 years, was a Scottish Rite 32nd Degree Mason and was a member of the Hershey Lions Club. He also was a former president of Delta Sigma Pi professional fraternity for men and women pursuing business careers. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served as a home teacher, branch president, high priest group leader, ward mission leader, teacher and pianist in local congregations and a full-time missionary with his wife, Jane, in the Bronx, N.Y. Mr. Klinger was married for 57 years to Jane Yingling Beer Klinger, who survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Sherryl J. Bailey of Hershey and Rebecca A. Tatangelo of Tampa, Fla.; one son, Dr. William R. Klinger of Middletown; and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Ronald Dwayne Klinger. Viewing will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday in the Hoover Funeral Home, 1225 W. Chocolate Ave., Hershey. Funeral services will be held at noon Monday in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 4788 Union Deposit Road, Harrisburg. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Compassionate Care Hospice of Middletown, 100 Brown St., Middletown, 17057. Mary E. Krizon Mary E. Krizon, 80, of 483 Raymilton Road, Polk, died at 3:50 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 16, 2004, in Sugar Creek Station. Born Feb. 12, 1924, in Youngstown, Ohio, she was the daughter of John and Helen McCormick Miller. Mrs. Krizon was a graduate of Cheney High School in Youngstown, Ohio. She was married in 1942 to the Rev. Warren Hulburt. Together they served the Presbyterian Church in Deerfield Beach, Fla., Polk, Utica, Weedsport, N.Y., and the Boardman Westminster Presbyterian Church in Youngstown, Ohio. He preceded her in death June 12, 1982, and she then was married Feb. 12, 1990, to George A. Krizon, who survives. Mrs. Krizon was employed as a teacher at Spanish River Church Parochial School. She was a member of Polk Presbyterian Church and the Women's Association of the church, and was a member of the Order of Eastern Star in Deerfield Beach, Fla. Mrs. Krizon was a homemaker and enjoyed her family and traveling. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are two children, Warren J. "Bo" Hulburt and wife, Jan, of Boca Raton, Fla., and Mary Ann Pekarek and husband, Dr. Robert Pekarek, of Lake Forest, Ill.; a stepson, Glen Krizon and wife, Judy, of Polk; and three grandchildren, Dale Hulburt of Boca Raton, Fla., and Dr. Brian Pekarek and Kristina Pekarek, both of Lake Forest, Ill. She also is survived by a sister, Lucy Jane Morley and husband, Judge Leo Morley, of Youngstown, Ohio. In addition to her parents and first husband, Mrs. Krizon was preceded in death by one brother, Robert Miller; an infant sister; and one grandson, Robber Pekarek, in 1987. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 9 p.m. today in the funeral home with the Rev. Jim Bower, pastor of Polk Presbyterian Church, officiating. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in Boardman Westminster Presbyterian Church in Youngstown, Ohio, with the Rev. David Joachim officiating. Interment will be in Lake Park Cemetery, Youngstown, Ohio. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 110 W. 10th St., Erie, 16501, or a charity of one's choice. William E. 'Bill' Warner William E. "Bill" Warner, 64, of Big Spring, Texas, died Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2004, at his residence of complications from heart disease and diabetes. Born March 23, 1940, he was the son of Wesley "Dude" and Hazel Warner, formerly of Breedtown. Mr. Warner was a 1957 graduate of Titusville High School. He also was a 1961 graduate of a nursing school in Helmuth, N.Y., served in the Air Force and graduated in 1967 from the Oil City Hospital School of Anesthesia. He worked in that capacity until February 2004. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Big Spring, Texas. Mr. Warner also was a lifelong member of the National Rifle Association. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed snow skiing and camping. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Marlene Kapp Warner; two sons, Andrew and Peter; one sister, Patricia Pullease and husband, Robert, of Vero Beach, Fla.; his mother-in-law, Pauline Kapp, his brother-in-law, Paul Kapp and wife, Diane, of Lamartine; four sisters-in-law, Karen Kapp Amsler and husband, Lonnie, of Venus, Edythe Kapp Obenreder and husband, Jim, of Marble, Roxanne Kapp Kahle of Clarion and Glendene Kapp Heidleberg and husband, Nathan, of Midland, Texas; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Warner was preceded in death by his father-in-law, John A. Kapp Sr.; two brothers-in-law, Mike Kahle and John A. Kapp Jr.; and several aunts and uncles. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in the Myers & Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Big Spring, Texas. The family suggests memorials be made to the Home Hospice, 111 E. Seventh St., Big Spring, Texas, 79720. The Myers & Smith Funeral Home, Big Spring, Texas, is in charge of arrangements.

The Derrick, Wednesday, December 16, 2004: Helen G. Hazlett, formerly of 714 11th St., Franklin Thomas M. Linehan Jr., formerly of Towne Towers, Oil City G. Kathlyn "Kay" Morris, Sligo Bobby Joe Richard Myers, 132 Mountain View Road, Oil City Olivia A. Staub, Erie, formerly of South Second Avenue, Clarion Helen G. Hazlett Helen G. Hazlett, 78, formerly of 714 11th St., Franklin, died at 9:45 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004, in The Caring Place, Franklin. Born Aug. 4, 1926, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Ira T. and Blanche M. McCallum Hazlett. She was a graduate of Franklin High School. Miss Hazlett worked for 33 years at General Manifold. She attended the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church in Franklin, Surviving are a sister-in-law, Violet Hazlett of Franklin; two nieces, Terry Lynn Hazlett of Franklin and Debra Kay Smith and husband, Gary, of Polk; and several cousins. In addition to her parents, Miss Hazlett was preceded in death by two brothers, William and Clarence Hazlett. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Guy, Caring Place pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Graham Cemetery. Memorials may be made to The Caring Place, 103 N. 13th St., Franklin, 16323. Thomas M. Linehan Jr. Thomas M. Linehan Jr., 62, formerly of Towne Towers, Oil City, died at 12:54 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004, in The Caring Place, Franklin, after an extended illness. Born Sept. 10, 1942, in Oil City, he was the son of the late Thomas M. and Kathryn E. McElhatten Linehan. He was a 1960 graduate of Oil City High School. Mr. Linehan had worked for 20 years as a craneman and inspector at J&L Steel and Van Huffel Tube in Oil City. He was of the Catholic faith. Mr. Linehan's hobbies included woodworking and golf. He was an avid sports fan, liked racing and had owned his own race car. He formerly was married to Nancy Rankin, who survives. Also surviving are two children and their spouses, Joseph Linehan and Bridget Marie Murray of Mount Lebanon and Kathryn Linehan and David Siu of Washington, D.C.; and three grandchildren, Edward "Ned" Linehan and Maura Linehan, both of Mount Lebanon, and Oscar Linehan-Siu of Washington, D.C.. He also is survived by four sisters and one brother, Judy Kervin of Woodland, Calif., Jeanne Linehan of Franklin, Kathryn Ritchie of Port Chester, N.Y., John Linehan of Spring, Texas, and Mary Christine Linehan of Franklin; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Reinsel Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with Msgr. John W. Swoger, pastor of St. Joseph Church, presiding. Committal will take place at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 300 Penn Center Blvd., Suite 700, Pittsburgh, 15235. G. Kathlyn 'Kay' Morris G. Kathlyn "Kay" Morris, 75, a lifelong resident of Sligo, died at 11:40 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004, in Clarview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Sligo. Born June 15, 1929, in Huey, she was the daughter of Jesse and Viola Yoder Bobbert. Mrs. Morris was a homemaker and was a member of the Rimersburg Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. She was married Feb. 14, 1947, in Sligo to Jim Morris, who died Aug. 26, 2003. Surviving are brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Morris was preceded in death by two brothers, George and Joe Bobbert; four sisters, Joyce Salizonni, Enid Whited, Valjean Guisuite and Betty Reedy; and a twin sister, Cathleen, who died at birth. The family will receive friends 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. Friday in the funeral home with Winan Montgomery of the Rimersburg Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses officiating. Interment will be in Sligo Cemetery. Bobby Joe Richard Myers Bobby Joe Richard Myers, 40, of 132 Mountain View Road, Oil City, died unexpectedly Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004. Born Jan. 17, 1964, in Oil City, he was the son of Harry R. and Beulah Smith Myers. Mr. Myers owned and operated Myers Tree Service. Surviving are his mother, Beulah Myers of Oil City; a son, Bobby Joe Myers Jr. of Oil City; two brothers, Jim Myers and wife, Lori, of Rouseville, and Jody Myers of Venus; and a sister, Darlene Holcomb of Oil City. He also is survived by seven nieces and nephews, Dallas Rowland, Dakota Rowland, Jamie and Rich Roos, Eric and Amy Hogue, Gage Myers, Leigha Myers and Angie Myers; and five great-nieces and great-nephews, Christine Myers, Michael Myers, Austin Horner, Ashley Myers and Ryan Hogue. Mr. Myers was preceded in death by his father. There will be no visitation. Services will be conducted at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Venus Cemetery. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Olivia A. Staub Olivia A. Staub, 98, formerly of South Second Avenue, Clarion, died at 5:25 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004, in the infirmary at Mount Saint Benedict Monastery, Erie, where she had resided. Born Nov. 25, 1906, in Lucinda, she was the daughter of Jacob A. and Emma C. Huefner Staab. She attended St. Joseph School in Lucinda and graduated from the first two-year commercial class of 1923. Miss Staub worked for five years for Pennsylvania Electric Co. in Clarion and then was employed for 45 years in the business office at Clarion State College, now Clarion University. She served as a clerk, bookkeeper, accountant assistant and administrative officer, and upon her retirement in 1974 she had set a record for the length of her services to the college. She was an oblate of Mount Saint Benedict Monastery, Erie. Miss Staub was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Clarion. She was a life member of the Catholic Daughters of America and received her 50-year membership pin in 1977. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Surviving are several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, Miss Staub was preceded in death by three brothers, Charles A. Staab Sr., Bernard F. Staab and James A. Staub Sr.; and three sisters, Mrs. Thomas C. (Marie) Murphy Sr., Miss Cecilia C. Staub and Mrs. Arthur (Winifred) Hill. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home, Clarion. A wake service will be held at 3:45 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday in Immaculate Conception Church, Clarion, with Msgr. Joseph J. Riccardo, pastor, presiding. Interment will be in Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery.

The Derrick, Wednesday, December 15, 2004: Claire G. "Mamie" Book, formerly of New Castle Joan Maxine Harry, Longwood, Fla., formerly of Franklin Archie L. Holliday, Dutch Hill near Parker Thomas M. Linehan, Franklin, formerly of Oil City Robert F. "Bob" McKinney, Lansdale, Rimersburg native Helen G. Stainbrook, formerly of 1216 Otter St., Franklin Olivia A. Staub, Erie, formerly of Clarion Gordon L. "Gordie" Dick, getting it right Claire E. 'Mamie' Book Claire E. "Mamie" Book, 95, formerly of 318 Rhodes Place, New Castle, died at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004, in Overlook Medical Clinic, New Wilmington. Born Aug. 8, 1909, in Wesley, she was the daughter of Clyde and Margaret Walters Galloway. She was a graduate of Quay High School in Oklahoma, attended the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University and was a graduate of Slippery Rock Normal School. Mrs. Book had been an elementary school teacher at Rocky Grove, South New Castle Borough and Eastbrook Elementary School, New Castle. She was a member of the Clem-Moore Presbyterian Church, New Castle, and the Berean Sunday School Class of the church. Mrs. Book's interests were reading, bridge, crossword puzzles and the Order of Eastern Star. She was married June 9, 1938, to George N. Book, who died Nov. 23, 1969. Surviving are two sons, John Book of Slippery Rock and David Book of Volant; six grandchildren, Jennifer Conrad of Pottersville, Robert Book of Slippery Rock, Bonnie Book of Singapore, David Book of Monterey, Calif., Scott Book of Bellingham, Wash., and James Book of Los Angeles, Calif.; and six great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Book was preceded in death by a daughter, Sally Ann Book; a son, James Clare Book; and two brothers, Carl Galloway and Myles Galloway. There will be no visiting hours. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 19, in the Clem-Moore Presbyterian Church with Dr. Velis Vais officiating. Interment will be in Plain Grove South, Slippery Rock. Memorial contributions may be made to the Clem-Moore Scholarship Fund, 220 Clem-Moore Blvd., New Castle, 16105. Joan Maxine Harry Joan Maxine Harry, 74, of Longwood, Fla., formerly of Franklin, died Sunday, Dec. 12, 2004, in Longwood. Born Oct. 14, 1930, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Carl and Sylvia Seeley Cotterman. In earlier years before her illness, Mrs. Harry loved to fish and enjoyed cruises, traveling and camping. Mrs. Harry dedicated her life to her daughter and grandchildren. Surviving are her daughter and husband, Sherri and Bill Keller of Longwood, Fla.; and three grandchildren, Jennifer, Billy and Michelle. She also is survived by a brother, Clair Cotterman of Panama City, Fla.; a sister, Coleen Knox of Franklin; and several nieces and nephews. Family and friends may call from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday in the Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, 1413 S. Semoran Blvd., Orlando, Fla. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Chapel Hill Cemetery, Orlando, Fla. Those who desire may sign and view the family guest book at www.baldwinfairchild.com. Archie L. Holliday Archie L. Holliday, 82, of Dutch Hill near Parker, died at 4:45 p.m. Monday, Dec. 13, 2004, at his residence following a lengthy illness. Born May 6, 1922, in Perry Township, Clarion County, he was the son of Jay and Nellie Wyant Holliday. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II, serving from Dec. 3, 1942, to Dec. 12, 1945. He was honorably discharged with the rank of staff sergeant and was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with three Bronze Stars and the World War II Victory Medal. Mr. Holliday began a career of more than 45 years with the former Pennsylvania Railroad with the section crew at West Monterey. With changes in the care of railroad maintenance, he traveled over much of western Pennsylvania and retired in 1983 as a section foreman with Conrail. He was a member of the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way for more than 40 years. Mr. Holliday was a life member of VFW Post 7073 and was a member of the American Legion Post 598, both of Parker. In earlier years, Mr. Holliday was known in the local area for helping repair automobiles for friends and relatives and enjoyed rebuilding auto engines for his personal use. While his health permitted, Mr. Holliday enjoyed hunting, collecting model trains and spending time with his grandchildren. He was of the Protestant faith. Mr. Holliday was married March 21, 1946, to Betty Pennington, who survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Patricia King of Cleveland, Tenn., Mrs. Rich (Vickie) Weigle of Parker and Kay Peden of Lyman, Wyo.; four sons, Archie L. Holliday Jr. of Parker, William Holliday and wife, Linda, of Knox, Jeff Holliday of Cleveland, Tenn., and Tim Holliday and wife, Patty, of Grove City; 18 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He also is survived by one sister, Betty McCandless of Boyers; one brother, Don Holliday of Rimersburg; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Holliday was preceded in death by a daughter, Kathy Runyan Leopold, and a grandson, Kevin Runyan, who died in 1999; two sisters, Verda Jackson and Esther Watterson; and two brothers, Sam and Clair Holliday. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home Inc., Wayne Street, Parker. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Bessie Maihle, retired United Methodist minister, officiating. Interment will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Dutch Hill, Clarion County. Members of the VFW and American Legion of Parker will conduct military services at the funeral home Friday morning following the funeral. Thomas M. Linehan Thomas M. Linehan, 62, a former Oil City resident, died at 12:35 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004, in The Caring Place, Franklin, following an extended illness. The Reinsel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick. Robert F. 'Bob' McKinney Robert F. "Bob" McKinney, 74, of Lansdale, died Monday, Dec. 13, 2004, in Temple University Medical Center, Philadelphia. Born April 24, 1930, in Rimersburg, he was the son of Robert and Helen Stewart McKinney. Mr. McKinney was a graduate of Drexel University and had been employed as an engineer by General Electric in King of Prussia for 42 years., retiring in 1992. He was a veteran of the Korean War and was stationed at Fort Myers, Va., with the presidential honor guard from 1952 to 1954. Mr. McKinney enjoyed reading, woodworking, carpentry, boating and NASCAR racing. His favorite driver was A.J. Foyt. He was a member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Whitemarsh. Surviving are his wife of 39 years, the former Rosalie I. Hersperger. Also surviving are a son, Robert M. "Rob" McKinney and wife, Aimee, of Lansdale; two daughters, Pam Bailey and husband, Collins, of Waldorf, Md., and Susan Shaughnessy and husband, Mike, of Norristown; and 10 grandchildren, Joshua Bailey and wife, Elizabeth, Caleb Bailey, Mary Bailey, John Bailey, Jimmy Shaughnessy, Michael Shaughnessy Chris Shaughnessy, Kelly Hughes and husband, Jeff, Jordan McKinney and Paige McKinney. Friends may call from 2 to 3 p.m. Thursday in the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home, Rimersburg. Committal services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. William M. Kuba, pastor of St. Richard Roman Catholic Church, Rimersburg, presiding. Interment will follow in the Rimersburg Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Temple Lung Center Educational Fund, 729 Parkinson Pavilion, Broad and Tioga streets, Philadelphia, 19140. Helen G. Stainbrook Helen G. Stainbrook, 89, of 351 Causeway Drive, Franklin, formerly of 1216 Otter St., Franklin, died at 3:22 p.m. Monday, Dec. 13, 2004, in Sugar Creek Station. Born Nov. 7, 1915, in Hannaville, she was the daughter of Herbert and Stella Deeter Young. Mrs. Stainbrook was a machine operator at Franklin Plastics Inc., TNT and CPT throughout the years. She was a member of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church of Franklin and the Riverview 322 Senior Center. Mrs. Stainbrook was married Oct. 1, 1934, to Leroy A. Stainbrook, who preceded her in death. Surviving are a son, Charles L. Stainbrook and wife, Choon, of Norfolk, Va. She also is survived by a sister, Marion Proctor of Franklin. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Stainbrook was preceded in death by six sisters, Geraldine Vincent, Margaret Tucker, Vernice Vogan, twin sister, Beatrice Murdoch, and infant sisters, Florence and Hazel Young; and five brothers, Clair, Lawrence, Melvin "Mike" and infant brothers, Robert and Lloyd Young. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Gary Small, pastor of the Atlantic Avenue United Brethren in Christ Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Franklin Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church. Olivia A. Staub Olivia A. Staub, 98, formerly of South Second Avenue, Clarion, died at 5:25 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004, in Mount Saint Benedict Monastery, Erie. The Robert V. Burns Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick. Getting it right Gordon L. "Gordie" Dick - Gordon L. "Gordie" Dick, 62, of 7 E. Second St., Oil City, died at 12:33 p.m. Monday, Dec. 13, 2004, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Among his interests was golfing. He was preceded in death by a niece, Tammy Toy. The body was cremated.

The Derrick, Tuesday, December 14, 2004: Perry Harvey Allen, Oil City Gordon L. "Gordie" Dick, 7 E. Second St., Oil City Archie Holliday Sr., Dutch Hill near Parker David L. Latchaw, 830 Buffalo St., Franklin John Adam Nadig Jr., 351 Causeway Drive, Franklin Catherine Mary Reed, 421 Pine St., Clarion Perry Harvey Allen Perry Harvey Allen, 75, of Oil City, died Monday, Dec. 13, 2004, in his residence. Born March 2, 1929, in Oil City, he was the son of Fennell Harvey and Alice Nelson Allen. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps, 325th Installations Fighter Squadron, from March 5, 1946, to Feb. 6, 1949. Mr. Allen worked as a laborer for 42 years at Oil Well Supply in Oil City, retiring in 1986. He enjoyed working around the house and spending time with his family and friends. Mr. Allen was married in Oil City Sept. 22, 1951, to Patricia A. Evans, who survives. Also surviving are five sons, Thomas H. Allen and wife, Cindy, David P. Allen and Steven J. Allen and wife, Deborah, all of Oil City, Mark W. Allen and wife, Missy, of Tionesta and Joseph L. Allen and wife, Shiela, of Venus; a daughter, Christine A. Tock of Oil City; 13 grandchildren; and a stepbrother, Edward Allen of Warren. Mr. Allen was preceded in death by his parents. The family will receive friends from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Osenider Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. William Hopkins, pastor of the Oil City Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Interment will be in Grove Hill Cemetery, Oil City. The family requests memorial donations be sent to the Venango County VNA. Gordon L. "Gordie" Dick Gordon L. "Gordie" Dick, 62, of 7 E. Second St., Oil City, died at 12:33 p.m. Monday, Dec. 13, 2004, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born July 23, 1942, in Oil City, he was a son of Clyde M. and Thelma Acklin Dick. Mr. Dick graduated in 1961 from Oil City High School. He served in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Dick was an avid sports fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates. Before his disability, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He enjoyed and loved his Himalayan cat, Shawnee Rae. On July 17, 1981, he married the former Sandy Carey, who survives. Also surviving are three children and four grandchildren of Seneca; a sister, Joan Allen of Oil City; two brothers, John Dick and wife, Diane, of Warren, Pa., and Bill Dick of Dallas, Texas; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews including two special great-nephews, Easton and Noah Ray of Franklin; three aunts, Dolly Gifford and Betty Porter of Oil City and Emma Benson of Seneca.; his mother-in-law, Treva Carey of Oil City; and sister-in-law, Judy Weber of Oil City. In addition to his parents, Mr. Dick was preceded in death by a brother, Clyde M. Dick Jr.; two sisters, Loretta James and Fonda Lockwood; two nephews, Clyde M. Dick I and Bobby Dick; and a great-niece, Misty James. There will be no visitation. A Memorial Service will be held at a date and time to be announced. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Archie Holliday Sr. Archie Holliday Sr., 82, of Dutch Hill near Parker, died at 4:45 p.m. Monday, Dec. 13, 2004, at his residence following an extended illness. The H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home of Parker is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick. David L. Latchaw David L. Latchaw, 54, of 830 Buffalo St., Franklin, died at 11:10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 10, 2004, in Sugar Creek Station. Born Feb. 9, 1950, in Franklin, he was the son of David E. and Ethel M. Zerbe Latchaw. Mr. Latchaw was an Army veteran. Surviving are two children, David L. Latchaw of Linesville and Denise Latchaw of Franklin. He also is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Robert (Rebecca) Nelson of Titusville and Mrs. Richard (Sara "Sally") Garris of Franklin. In addition to his parents, Mr. Latchaw was preceded in death by five brothers, John Beach, Charles E. Latchaw, Daniel L. Latchaw, Terry L. Latchaw and Dennis Latchaw; and a sister, Ellen M. Latchaw. There will be no visitation. Services will be held at a later date. The Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the VNA Foundation. John Adam Nadig Jr. John Adam Nadig Jr., 92, of 351 Causeway Drive, Franklin, died at 4:25 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 12, 2004, in Sugar Creek Station. Born Jan. 13, 1912, in Englewood, N.J., he was the son of John A. Nadig Sr. and Pearl Estelle Mosier Nadig. Mr. Nadig retired as a 60-year member of the I.B.E.W. Union for electrical workers. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Nadig was a member of the Donation Hill Community Church. He also was a member of the Franklin Moose, VFW, Eagles and Elks. Mr. Nadig enjoyed flying his BT 13 and Piper Cub. His other interests were hunting, fishing, photography, scuba diving and rifle shoots. Mr. Nadig was married March 9, 1933, to Nellie Lewis, who died in May 1984. Surviving are four sons, Paul Nadig and wife, Barbara, of Seneca, William Nadig of Sugarcreek, Richard Nadig and wife, Constance, of Chattanooga, Tenn., and James Nadig and wife, Rose Marie, of Grove City; one daughter, Patricia Diehl and husband, Jerry, of Transfer; 13 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Nadig was preceded in death by a sister, Gladys Brown. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. today in the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Dale Adams, pastor of the Donation Hill Community Church, officiating. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens. Catherine Mary Reed Catherine Mary Reed, 100, of 421 Pine St., Clarion, died Sunday, Dec. 12, 2004, in Clarview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Sligo. Born Nov. 11, 1904, in Clarion, she was the daughter of Harry and Myrtle Goble McClaine. Mrs. Reed retired in 1965 from Riverside Markets in Clarion. She was a member of the Craig E. Fleming Post No. 66 in Clarion, the Auxiliary of the American Legion, Clarion County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, the Clarion Women's Benefit Association (WBA) and the North American Benefit Association (NABA). Mrs. Reed also was a member of the 500 Card Clubs, Jolly Club of Clarion and the Clarion Senior Center. She enjoyed traveling, reading, playing cards and spending time with her family and friends. Mrs. Reed was married in 1924 to Frank Reed, who died in 1966. Surviving are two daughters and their spouses, Phyllis and Gerald Foust of Clarion and Ann and Richard Fleming of Lakeland, Fla.; 9 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Reed was preceded in death by a son, Frank Reed Jr.; three brothers; three sisters; and one great-grandson. Visitation will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Goble Funeral Home of Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Dean W. Meyer officiating. Interment will follow in the Clarion Cemetery.

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The Derrick, Monday, December 13, 2004: Michael V. Armburger, 9 E. Bissell Ave., Oil City Bette L. Covert, Hermitage, formerly of Marienville Diane Maxine Faulkner, New Bethlehem Frances M. Kaness, 411 Seventh St., Franklin Catherine M. Reed, formerly of Pine Street, Clarion William E. Sheffer, 646 Hepler Road, Cranberry George T. Veronesi, Seminole Michael V. Armburger Michael V. Armburger, 52, of 9 E. Bissell Ave., Oil City, died unexpectedly at 1:26 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 5, 2004, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born March 12, 1952, in Oil City, he was the son of the late Raymond and Helen Reynolds Armburger. He was a 1970 graduate of Oil City High School. Mr. Armburger was employed for many years at Polk Center, retiring as a RSA. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking, computers and visiting with his friends. Mr. Armburger was of the Protestant faith. Surviving is a stepson, Jay Armburger of Eighty Four. He was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Armburger. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Reinsel Funeral Home. The Rev. David Rider, pastor of the Plumer Presbyterian Church, will preside. Mr. Armburger will be interred in Grove Hill Cemetery with his brother. Bette L. Covert Bette L. Covert, 80, of Hermitage, formerly of Marienville, died Friday, Dec. 10, 2004, in Sharon Regional Medical Center, Sharon. Born Aug. 29, 1924, in Kane, she was the daughter of John D. and Mary Gadley Covert. Miss Covert had worked at Knox Glass and retired when the plant closed. In her early years, she was active with the Girl Scouts. Surviving are several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to her parents, Miss Covert was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald and J. Robert Covert; and two sisters, June Shipe and Dorothy Mullennix. Friends and family may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Borland Funeral Home Inc., Leeper. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Daniel Richter, pastor of the Marienville United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in North Forest Cemetery, Marienville. The family suggests memorials be made to the Marienville Library. Diane Maxine Faulkner Diane Maxine Faulkner, 59, of Keck Avenue, New Bethlehem, died Saturday, Dec. 11, 2004, in Clarion Hospital following a brief illness. Born July 30, 1945, in Butler, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Margaretta Hilliard Wagner. She attended the Union schools in Rimersburg. Mrs. Faulkner was a member of Grace Baptist Church in New Bethlehem. She enjoyed attending bingo and working with crafts., Surviving are three brothers, David Davis and wife, Edith, of Mayport, Mike Teske of Detroit, Mich., and Dave Wagner and wife, Lisa, of Fairmount City; three sisters, Marge Bowser and husband, Cutty, of Fairmount City, Patty Fulkerson of Reeds, Ky., and Dorthea Myers of Greenville; and 20 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father May 8, 1997; her mother Jan. 2, 1989; one brother, Thomas Wagner, March 16, 1960, and a brother-in-law, James Fulkerson, in 2000. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home, Rimersburg. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Robert P. Ryver, pastor of Grace Baptist Church, New Bethlehem, officiating. Interment will follow in the Sligo Cemetery. Frances M. Kaness Frances M. Kaness, 59, of 411 Seventh St., Franklin, died Friday, Dec. 10, 2004, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born June 20, 1945, in Oil City, she was a daughter of the late Russell E. and Mary A. Armstrong Kaness. She was a homemaker and a member of the Rouseville United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Oil City Pulaski Club and the Oil City Eagles. She enjoyed bingo, local auto races, knitting, animals and life itself. Surviving are two daughters, Candy E. Baker and husband, Joseph, of Franklin and Cindy S. Meyers of Oil City; and two grandchildren. She also is survived by one brother, Russell Kaness and wife, Judy, of Gillette, Wyo.; two sisters, Mary Craig and husband, Daryl, of Ohio and Connie Lepley and husband, Jack, of Oil City; and six nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Robert Kaness; and one nephew, Michael Eakin. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Morrison Funeral Home, Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Jack A. Kyle, semi-retired Polk Center chaplain, officiating. Interment will be in Tylersburg Cemetery. Catherine M. Reed Catherine M. Reed, 100, formerly of Pine Street, Clarion, died Sunday, Dec. 12, 2004, in Clarview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Sligo. The Goble Funeral Home of Clarion is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The Derrick. William E. Sheffer William E. Sheffer, 69, of 646 Hepler Road, Cranberry, died at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 12, 2004, in the Transitional Care Unit of UPMC Northwest, Oil City. Born Nov. 16, 1935, in Nickleville, he was the son of the late Marshall and Ruth Weaver Sheffer. He was a 1953 graduate of Emlenton High School. Mr. Sheffer worked at Van Gas Co., Arnold Graphic of Franklin and retired in 1997 from Seneca Hardwood Co. He attended the Nickleville Presbyterian Church. Mr. Sheffer enjoyed his grandchildren, their sports and their school programs. He enjoyed baseball, farming and hunting as well as the many fishing trips to Canada with his family and his friend, Dave Bell. He was married Feb. 26, 1954, to the former Joan Stephens, who survives. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this past February. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are three sons and their families: James Sheffer and wife, Bonnie, of Shippenville and their three children, Michael, William and Jessica, all of Shippenville; Wayne Sheffer and wife, Linda, of Oil City and their three daughters, Rebecca Sheffer of Pittsburgh, Janet Sheffer of Wattsburg and Laura Sheffer at home in Oil City; and Larry Sheffer and wife, Sue, of Cranberry and their sons, Zack at home in Cranberry, David Reddinger and wife, Kristy, of Cranberry and children, Katie, Joshua and Chelsea Reddinger, all of Cranberry; one daughter, Barbara Stack and husband, Dan, of Oil City and their children, Shannon, of Oil City and Ryan at home in Oil City. He also is survived by two brothers, Donald Sheffer and wife, Dottie, of Sandusky, Ohio, and Eugene Sheffer and wife, Marge, of Rocky Grove; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Sheffer was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Nicki Reddinger; and a sister, Mary Ellen Rhoades and husband, George. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Sue Montgomery, pastor of the Nickleville Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in Georgeville Cemetery. The family requests memorial donations be made to a charity of one's choice. George T. Veronesi George T. Veronesi, 84, a lifelong resident of Seminole, died Saturday, Dec. 11, 2004, in McKinley Health Center, Brookville. Born Nov. 10, 1920, in Seminole, he was the son of Peter and Julie Siani Veronesi. Mr. Veronesi was a 1938 graduate of New Bethlehem High School. He served in the U.S. Army where he held the rank of tech. 5. Mr. Veronesi was employed by the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue, retiring in 1982. He was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church in New Bethlehem and was a member of the Knights of Columbus in New Bethlehem. Mr. Veronesi was a former Alcola Park Board member, served as a former Redbank Valley School Board member for 15 years and was a former member of the New Bethlehem VFW. He enjoyed cooking and loved to read and spend time with his family a nd friends. Mr. Veronesi was married July 7, 1950, to Mildred Lucille Logsdon, who died Sept. 7, 1979. Surviving are two sons, George T .Veronesi Jr. and wife, Susan, of Seminole and Larry Thornhill and wife, Sandra, of Brandon, Fla.; a daughter, Debra Boozer and husband, Jeff, of New Bethlehem RD 1; nine grandchildren, Larry and Butch Thornhill, Kree Morales, Beth Reicard, Tony, Dan and Lauren Veronesi, and Heidi and Scott Boozer; and four great-grandchildren, Alexis and Crystal Morales, Karissa Reicard and Tierney Thornhill. He also is survived by one sister, Emma Spanedda of New Jersey; four brothers, Edward "Eddie" Veronesi, Milton Veronesi and Aldo Veronesi, all of Seminole, and Frank Veronesi of Kittanning; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Veronesi was preceded in death by three brothers, Charles, Guido and Gino Veronesi; and two sisters, Edith Radaker and Jennie Veronesi. Visitation will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Bish Memorial Funeral Home, 206 South St., New Bethlehem. A wake service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Charles Catholic Church, New Bethlehem, with the Rev. William Laska, pastor, presiding. Interment will be in St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in New Bethlehem. Memorial contributions may be made to RVEA Teachers Scholarhsip, 920 Broad St., New Bethlehem, 16242.

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The Derrick, Thursday, December 9, 2004: Arnold H. Beabout, East Brady Burnice Louise Smith Caylor, West Hickory Connie E. Derrit, Mantua, Ohio, native of Rimersburg Harry E. Doyle, Leeper Donna L. Everly, Woodrich, formerly of Oil City Elizabeth M. Handlow, French Creek Township, Venango County Mary Helen Kennemuth, Oil City, formerly of Duke Center Miriam Ling, Polk Center Janet F. Reed, Limestone Helen Margaret McGreevy Sayrs, Milford, Ohio, formerly of Oil City Arnold H. Beabout Arnold H. Beabout, 79, of East Brady, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2004, in Armstrong County Memorial Hospital, East Franklin Township. Born June 30, 1925, in East Brady, he was the son of John A. and Maude L. Reighard Beabout. Mr. Beabout was a graduate of East Brady High School. He was a veteran of World War II, serving with Battery C, 266th Field Artillery Battalion in the U.S. Army. He campaigned at Normandy on D-Day as part of the second wave at Omaha Beach. He also fought in Northern France, the Rhineland, Ardennes, including the Battle of the Bulge, and Central Europe. Mr. Beabout was the recipient of the European-Africa-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with five Bronze Stars, World War II Victory Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. On Feb. 27, 1999, he received the Normandy Medal of Jubilee of Liberty from U.S. Sen. Rick Santorum at the 911th Airlift Wing Air Reserve Station in Pittsburgh. He was an active member of the East Brady community and was voted "East Brady Citizen of the Year" in 2001. After World War II, Mr. Beabout worked for two years as a mechanic at the Gulf Service Station in East Brady. He then worked as chief of police in East Brady for 16 years. He then owned and operated the East Brady Gulf Service Station for 18 years after his service as police chief. Mr. Beabout currently was an East Brady councilman and had served as president for many years. He served on council for more than 30 consecutive years. He loved his family, the country, hunting, walking and Bible study. Mr. Beabout was a member of Queenstown Methodist Church where he served as chairman of the board, trustee and finance. He also was a member of Jones/Connor American Legion Post 402 of East Brady, where he was the current commander. He led the Legion effort to construct the Veterans Memorial Park in East Brady. It was dedicated Aug. 13, 1994. Mr. Beabout was a member of the board of directors of the Bradys Bend Cemetery for more than 20 years. He currently was the president and oversaw the building of the cemetery chapel. He also was a member of the East Brady Revitalization Committee and served for 12 years as vice president and secretary. He was a former member of the East Brady Area Ambulance Service where he volunteered as an EMT and driver for 12 years. He also helped in the formation of the service member-board of directors of the Bradys Bend Cemetery for more than 20 years. Mr. Beabout was married Jan. 11, 1946, to Shirley E. Bowser, who died Jan. 17, 1986. Surviving are one son, Lonnie D. Beabout of Roseville; a daughter, Mrs. J. Duane (Lana) Harriger of Sligo; two granddaughters, Lisa Pelly of San Antonio, Texas, and Paul M. Scholl of Dothan, Ala.; one great-grandson, Aaron K. Scholl of Dothan; two stepgrandchildren, Michael Harriger of Sligo and Leeanne Whitaker of Baltimore, Md.; and two step-great-grandchildren, Allison Harriger of Sligo and Justin Whitaker of Baltimore. He also is survived by one brother, William Beabout of East Brady; four sisters, Emma Peters, Mrs. Harry (Beverly) Crawford and Mrs. Robert (Gloria) Reichart, all of East Brady, and Virginia Beabout of Sligo; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Beabout was preceded in death by 12 brothers and three sisters. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Charles B. Buechele Funeral Home, 105 Fourth St., East Brady. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Queenstown Methodist Church with the Rev. Linda L. Dinger, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Bradys Bend Cemetery where veterans honors will be held. The family suggests memorials be made to the East Brady Revitalization Committee-Kitchen Fund, 502 Ferry St., Suite 15, East Brady, 16028. Burnice Louise Smith Caylor Burnice Louise Smith Caylor, 79, of West Hickory, died Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2004, in the Titusville Area Hospital. Born March 5, 1925, in Natrona Heights, she was the daughter of William G. and Bernice Raybuck Smith. Mrs. Calyor was postmaster for many years at the West Hickory Post Office until her retirement. She was a member of the West Hickory United Methodist Church. Mrs. Caylor was married to Arnold E. Caylor, who died in September 1986. Surviving are two daughters, Sandra L. Hancock and husband, Kenneth L,. of Crystal River, Fla., and Nancy J. Naser and husband, David A., of West Hickory, with whom she resided; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She also is survived by one brother, William A. Smith and wife, Alma, of Lower Burrell; one sister, Jean Klabnik and husband, Joseph, of Henry's Bend; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Caylor was preceded in death by her parents and husband. All services will be private. Interment will be in the Starr Cemetery, Tionesta. Arrangements are in charge of the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home of Tionesta. Connie E. Derrit Connie E. Derrit, 55, of 5621 Schustrich Road, Mantua, Ohio, a native of Rimersburg, died Monday, Dec. 6, 2004. Born May 2, 1949, in Rimersburg, she was the daughter of Paul L. and Margaret Ramsey Courson. Mrs. Derrit was employed at Zircoa Inc. in Solon, Ohio, She attended The Chapel of Akron, Ohio. Mrs. Derrit was married Sept. 26, 1992, to Robert M. Derrit, who survives. Also surviving are her mother, Margaret Courson of Rimersburg; a daughter, Vicki Morris and husband, John, of Newton Falls, Ohio; a son, Roy Himes Jr. and his fiancee, Amanda Ludban, of Diamond, Ohio; a grandson, Zachary Morris; and a stepson and wife, Robert O. and Donna Derrit of Streetsboro, Ohio. She also is survived by a sister, Shirley Hornberger of Templeton RD 2; three brothers, Harold "Buddy" Courson and his friend, Darlene, of Aurora, Ohio, Carl Courson of Bucyrus, Ohio, and Larry Courson and wife, Patty, of Streetsboro, Ohio; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Varner Funeral Home of Rimersburg. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Gary Guntrum, pastor of the Carwick Wesleyan Church, officiating. Interment will follow in the Rimersburg Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18, in the United Methodist Church of Macedonia, 1280 E. Aurora Road, Macedonia, Ohio. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Habitat for Humanity or to the Salvation Army. Harry E. Doyle Harry E. Doyle, 88, of Leeper, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2004, in Beverly Health Care-Shippenville. Born Sept. 7, 1916, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Edward and Catherine Kustes Doyle. Mr. Doyle served in the Marines during World War II. He was married for 67 years to Elizabeth "Mirt" Reed, who survives. Also surviving are a son and his wife, Gary and Kathy Doyle of Pittsburgh; a daughter, Janet Freese and husband, David, of West Chester; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He also is survived by a brother, William Doyle and wife, Shirley, of Bethel Park; a sister, June Gries of Library; and numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. Private funeral services will be held at a later date. The Goble Funeral Home of Clarion is in charge of arrangements. Donna L. Everly Donna L. Everly, 75, of Woodrich, formerly of Oil City, died Sunday, Dec. 5, 2004, in the home of her daughter in Loyalsock. Born Oct. 3, 1929, in Oil City, she was the daughter of the late Claire and Jennie Kelso Master. Mrs. Everly received her registered nurse degree from Bradford School of Nursing and worked for many years as a nursing supervisor at Lock Haven Hospital. She attended the First Church of Christ in Flemington. Mrs. Everly was a pilot in her younger years, was an avid history and political buff, and loved gardening and feeding the small animals in her backyard. She especially enjoyed spending family time with her daughters and grandchildren. Surviving are three daughters and their husbands, Mellanie and John Boone of Mill Hall, Stephanie and Mark Sweeley of Loyalsock and Candy and David Gore of San Gabriel, Calif.; and three grandchildren, J.P. Sweeley and Nathan and Daniel Gore. She also is survived by two sisters, Flo Turk and Pat Whaley, both of Oil City; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Everly was preceded in death by a sister, Aledra. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the First Church of Christ, High Street, Flemington, with the Rev. Ron Savits officiating. The family will receive friends in the church one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Susquehanna Health Care Hospice. Helt Funeral Chapel, 232 Hogan Blvd., Mill Hall, is in charge of arrangements. Elizabeth M. Handlow Elizabeth M. Handlow, 93, of French Creek Township, Venango County, died at 10:53 p.m. Monday, Dec. 6, 2004, at her home. Born Feb. 18, 1911, in Kennedy Township, Allegheny County, she was the daughter of Ulrich A. Hufnagel and Lorena Bell Bradley. Mrs. Handlow's formal education ended at eighth grade. She was an outstanding basketball player, receiving three engraved gold basketballs and a full scholarship to the University of Pittsburgh for basketball; however, her father would not let her attend the university. She earned her GED diploma and her LPN degree, scoring the highest on both in the Pittsburgh area. Mrs. Handlow was a "Rosie the Riviter" during World War II when women went to work in the factories for the war effort. She loved her family, her farm, her flowers and her garden. Mrs. Handlow was married Nov. 26, 1929, to Stephen J. Handlow, who died Jan. 8, 1997. Surviving are two sons and their wives, Robert U. and Mary Ann Handlow and Nickolas and Patricia Handlow, all of the Pittsburgh area; and a daughter, Kathryn H. YaSenka of Franklin. She also is survived by her oldest sister, Emma Kavalukas, 96, and her sister, Gertrude Yanke, 79, both of the Pittsburgh area. Interment was in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Allegheny County. Mary Helen Kennemuth Mary Helen Kennemuth, 96, died at 2:05 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2004, in the Oil City Presbyterian Home where she had been a resident since March 27, 2000. She previously lived for many years on Oil Valley Road in Duke Center before moving to this area to live near her son, Jack. Born Oct. 3, 1908, in Punxsutawney, she was the daughter of Charles M.W. and Margaret Harrold Bishop. Mrs. Kennemuth worked for many years as a switchboard operator for the Otto Telephone Co. in Duke Center, retiring in the early 1970s. She was of the Protestant faith. Mrs. Kennemuth had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening. Indoor and outdoor plants thrived under her care. She also enjoyed crocheting. She was married in 1931 to William F. Kennemuth, who died in 1958. Surviving are two sons, Jack Kennemuth and wife, Berta, of Seneca, and Richard Kennemuth of Duke Center; 11 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren ; and one brother, Calvin Bishop of Punxsutawney. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Kennemuth was preceded in death by three sons, Kay, Wayne and Gerald Kennemuth; one grandson, Steven Kennemuth; three sisters; and four brothers. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Reinsel Funeral Home, Oil City, and again from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday in the Charles M. Frame Funeral Home, Eldred, where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday. The Rev. Glenn Hamilton, pastor of the Cyclone Free Methodist Church, will officiate. Interment will follow in McKean Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the Oil City Presbyterian Home, 10 Vo-Tech Drive, Oil City, 16301, or to the Cranberry Lions Club in care of Lou Pritchard, 191 Roseland Ave., Seneca, 16346. Miriam Ling Miriam Ling, 85, of Polk Center, died at 11:05 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 5, 2004, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born July 4, 1919, in Johnstown, she was the daughter of Walter W. and Alice Mae West Ling. She was the last surviving member of her family. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Jay Montgomery, Polk Center pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery. Janet F. Reed Janet F. Reed, 74, of Limestone, died Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2004, at her home. Born May 27, 1930, in Limestone, she was the daughter of Holland E. and Cora Coulter Buzard. Mrs. Reed was a member of the Limestone Baptist Church. She was a charter member of the Limestone Cemetery Association. Mrs. Reed was married Jan. 14, 1949, to Hilton "Bud" Reed, who survives. Also surviving are one son, Timothy Reed of Mifflinburg; a daughter, Terri Miller and husband, Greg, of Mayport; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She also is survived by three brothers, Dean Buzard of Frogtown, Richard Buzard of Tionesta and Doug Buzard of Franklin; and three sisters, Leona Kline of Elmira, N.Y., Marcella Haskell of Scottsdale, Ariz., and Sue Daugherty of Melbourne, Fla. Her family was her greatest joy in life. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Reed was preceded in death by a son and daughter-in-law, Tracy and Brenda Reed, Jan. 11, 2004; and six brothers, Russell Buzard, who died in World War II, Hilton Buzard, Keith Buzard, Scott Buzard, and Chuckie Buzard, who died as a small child, and Jiles Buzard, who died in infancy. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Goble Funeral Home of Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. David Selleck officiating. Interment will follow in the Limestone Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Limestone Baptist Church or to the Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice. Helen Margaret McGreevy Sayrs Helen Margaret McGreevy Sayrs, 93, of Milford, Ohio, formerly of Oil City, died at 5:40 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2004, in Sem Haven Health Care Center, Milford. Born Sept. 28, 1911, in Oil City, she was the daughter of John Joseph and Louise Organ McGreevy. Mrs. Sayrs was a homemaker. She was married to William Allen "Bill" Sayrs, who preceded her in death. Surviving are one daughter, Helen Hurley and husband, Tom, of Milford, Ohio; and two grandchildren, Colin Hurley and wife, Heather, and Lauren Hurley, all of the Milford area. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday in the Chapel of Sem Haven, 225 Cleveland Ave., Milford, Ohio. Memorials may be directed to the Sem Haven Health Care Center in Milford. The Chas. A. Miller Sons Funeral Home, 4138 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at www.chasamillersons.com.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Mohs, Monaghan, Thomson, Brenneman, McNaughton, etc. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/5UC.2ACE/1084.2.1.1 Message Board Post: Hello Kris - Could you be one of my Mohs cousins?! Yes I have a bit more information. I will contact you and would love to share information.