Does anyone have the obituary for Lela M Brown, who died on August 26, 2004, in DuBois Medical Center? The only thing I can find on the web is her death announcement which was in the Courier-Express. I would appreciate a copy if you could publish it here or tell me how to find it on the web. Thank you c21eunice@aol.com

The Derrick, Saturday, September 18, 2004: Grace Taylor Christy, Liberty Street, Clarion David Charles Cornman, Home Helen M. Dehner, Lickingville Thomas R. Hicks, 1005 West Third St., Oil City Shirley Ann Roddy Irrgang, 850 Dick Road, Renfrew, formerly of Oil City Arley E. "Smitty" Smith, 418 Plummer St., Oil City Leon A. Szabat, Oil City Bertha Mae-Gibson Strickenburg,formerly of Rocky Grove B. Duane Texter, Madison Road, Knox Grace Taylor Christy Grace Taylor Christy, 92, of Liberty Street, Clarion, died Friday, Sept. 17, 2004, at the Clarview Nursing Home near Sligo. Born March 19, 1912, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Jesse Ludenburg Taylor. Mrs. Christy was a 1936 graduate of Westinghouse High School in Pittsburgh and attended Carnegie Mellon University. She worked for 19 years for Pittsburgh National Bank. Mrs. Christy was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Clarion. She enjoyed movies, traveling, watching baseball games, the Steelers and her grandsons. Mrs. Christy was married April 24, 1941, to Russell N. Christy, who survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Susan Christy Joy and her husband, John, of Clarion, and two grandsons, Jonathan and Christopher Joy of Clarion. She was preceded in death by her parents. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Goble Funeral Home, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with the Rev. Kirk Orr officiating. Interment will follow at Clarion Cemetery. David Charles Cornman David Charles Cornman, 91, of Home, died Friday, Sept. 17, 2004. Born Sept. 10, 1913, in West Mahoning Township, he was the eldest son of Joseph C. and Clara Blanche Brink Cornman. Mr. Cornman lived in Indiana County and operated heavy equipment for most of his life. In 1965 he moved to Venango County, where he worked as a road inspector for PennDOT in its Franklin district, retiring in 1978 after 13 years of service. Following his retirement, Mr. Cornman moved back to Indiana County where he spent much of his time serving the Lord in the several churches to which he belonged during his lifetime, including Ebenezer Presbyterian in Lewisville, Plumville United Presbyterian, Fertigs United Methodist in Venango County and Smicksburg United Methodist Church, where he was most currently a member. Until advancing years kept him from being so active and involved, Mr. Cornman enjoyed raising collie dogs and Tennessee walking horses. He was a member of several horse clubs and organizations and enjoyed genealogy. Mr. Corman was married July 27, 1936, to Eleanor Ruth McGinley, who preceded him in death on Aug. 11, 1985. Surviving are seven children, Ruth Frick and her husband, Robert, of Nashville, Tenn., Bill Cornman and his wife, Maureen, of Home, Anne (Pearce) and her husband, Jerry Chester, of Home, Esther Beers of Home, Bell O'Neil and her husband, Thomas, of Columbus, Ohio, David Charles Cornman Jr. and his wife, Connie, of Indiana, and Gary Cornman of Home; 12 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. He is also survived by four sisters, Maxine Weaver, Mary Sink, Dolly Crooks and her husband, Jim, and Clara "Sis" Huber and her husband, Dwight Wells, all of Home; a brother, Eugene Cornman and his wife, Hazel, of Home; and three sisters-in-law, Bernice Cornman of Clarksburg, Bobbie Cornman of Homer City and Juanita Neal and her husband, Joe Cacchio, of Niagara Falls, N.Y. In addition to his first wife and parents, Mr. Cornman was preceded in death in 2002 by his second wife, Bettie Rosenberger; an infant son; a sister, Freda and her husband, Homer Weaver; three brothers, Clifford, Wayne and Roy Cornman; and three brothers-in-law, Beryl Sink, Milo Weaver and Donald Neal. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Bowser-Minich Funeral Home in Plumville and from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at Smicksburg United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Smicksburg United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dennis Howard officiating. Interment will follow in North Point Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to Smicksburg Methodist Church. Helen M. Dehner Helen M. Dehner, 85, of Lickingville, died Friday morning, Sept. 17, 2004, at her home. Born Jan. 21, 1919, in Knox, she was the daughter of the late Lester and Carrie Wetzel Bashline. Mrs. Dehner was a homemaker and also worked for Forest View Cabins in Cook Forest for many years. She was a member of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church. Mrs. Dehner enjoyed making noodles for church dinners and for her family. She was married March 27, 1943, to Claud S. Dehner, who preceded her in death on Jan. 8, 1996. Mrs. Dehner is survived by three sons and their wives, Burl Dehner and his wife, Vickie, of Vowinckel, Daryl Dehner and his wife, Sandi, of Seneca, and Larry Dehner and his wife, Debbie, of Frills Corners; 10 grandchildren, Michael Dehner of Vowinckel, Leslie Walters of Tylersburg, Susan Kaltenbach of Fryburg, Justin Dehner of Shippenville, Lisa Beach of Seneca, Lindsey Dehner of Seneca, Gregory Dehner of Seneca, Sharon Bauer of Tionesta, Teri Allio of Leeper and Melissa Fulton of Knox; and 11 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Dehner was preceded in death by a sister, Catherine A. Ace; and an infant brother and sister. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Faller Funeral Home Inc., Fryburg. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Dehner Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, Route 36, Tionesta. Thomas R. Hicks Thomas R. Hicks, 59, of 1005 West Third St., Oil City, died at 3:15 a.m. Friday, Sept. 17, 2004, at UPMC Northwest, Franklin. Born Jan. 28, 1945, in Oil City, he was the son of Robert Leroy and Lois G. Collins Hicks. Mr. Hicks attended Oil City schools and graduated from Oil City High School in 1963. He graduated from New Castle Business School with an associate degree in business administration. He served in the U.S. Air Force at Lockbourne AFB in Columbus, Ohio, as an administrative assistant from 1963-67. Mr. Hicks was employed by Wolf's Head and Pennzoil as a purchasing manager, production manager and plant manager from 1974 until he retired in 2001. He was an avid turkey hunter and enjoyed bowling and fishing. On March 5, 1966, he married the former Gail Kulling, who survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Tami Jones of Oil City and Kori Seneca and her husband, Pat, of Erie; two sons, T.R. Hicks and his wife, Carissa, of Grove City, and Dan Hicks of Erie; five grandchildren, Ashley and Amanda Jones, Aden Horner, Mykaela Seneca and Tyler Hicks; a sister, Sally Proper and her husband, Carl, of Chapmanville; a brother-in-law, Larry Weaver of Rushford, N.Y.; two sisters-in-law, Judy Kulling and Linda Hicks of Oil City; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Hicks was preceded in death by a sister, Dorrie Weaver; and a brother, Robert Hicks. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Morrison Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Stephen Church. Interment will be in Grove Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the Visiting Nurses Association of Venango County or the American Cancer Society. Ann Roddy Irrgang Shirley Ann Roddy Irrgang, 72, of 850 Dick Road, Renfrew, formerly of Oil City, died at 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, 2004. Born June 11, 1932, in Oil City, she was the daughter of the late David and Twila Roddy. Mrs. Irrgang graduated from Oil City High School in 1951. She was a homemaker all her life. Mrs. Irrgang was a member of the Church of God, Evans City. She enjoyed and was known for her sewing and ceramics. She was married for 45 years to Bernard Irrgang, a former building contractor in Oil City, who preceded her in death in 1997. Mrs. Irrgang is survived by two daughters, Sally Ann Kline and her husband, Donald, of Mars, and Cynthia Beers and her husband, Steve, of Connoquenessing; seven grandchildren, Benjamin Kline of Pittsburgh, Jonathan Kline of Butler, Elisabeth Kline, Rachel Kline and Nathan Kline all of Mars, and Laura and Charles Beers of Connoquenessing; five sisters, Geraldine Renfrew of Renfrew, Lois Sterner, Audine Miller and Norma Renninger, all of Oil City, and Judy Dashner of Florida; and a brother, Glenn Roddy of Erie. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Bud Roddy and Donald Roddy. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Boylan Funeral Home in Evans City and from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Church of God, Evans City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Church of God, Evans City. The family suggests memorial donations be sent to the Church of God, 800 South Washington St., Evans City, 16033. Arley E. "Smitty" Smith Arley E. "Smitty" Smith, 37, of 418 Plummer St., Oil City, died Friday, Sept. 17, 2004, in the emergency department of UPMC Northwest, Franklin, as a result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Born Nov. 26, 1966, in Meadville, he was a son of Edward A. and Alberta L. Winters Smith, who both survive. He was a 1984 graduate of Meadville High School. While there, he excelled in Greco Roman wrestling and in 1983 was named the Pennsylvania state champion in the 185-pound class. Mr. Smith served in the U.S. Marine Corps for six years and attained the title of sergeant. While in the military, he participated in the U.S. Marine wrestling team, a division of the Armed Forces wrestling team. He spent the past three years employed as a supervisor at VisionQuest. He was of the Protestant faith. Mr. Smith was an avid weightlifter, even to the present day. He also enjoyed carpentry work, especially remodeling older homes and making furniture. He was married June 28, 1997, in Pittsburgh to the former Paula L. Smidga, who survives. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Smith is survived by three children, Landis, Jordan and Logan Smith, all of Rocky Mountain, N.C.; a stepdaughter, Shelby Mesoros at home; a sister, Cherie Hogue and her husband, Jeff, of Cochranton; a brother, Dewayne Smith and his wife, Kelly, of Rocky Mountain, N.C.; and many loving nieces, nephews, family members and friends. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the Hutchinson Funeral Home, 201 Bissell Ave., Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with the Rev. Walter Witherup, pastor of the Seneca Assembly of God Church, officiating. Interment will be in Cherrytree Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Leon A. Szabat Leon A. Szabat, 82, of Oil City, died Thursday, Sept. 16, 2004, in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, from injuries he received in a traffic accident on Sept. 12. Born Dec. 7, 1921, in Clapp Farm, Oil City, he was the son of the late Martin and Nellie Wala Szabat. Mr. Szabat graduated from Oil City High School, Welch's Business College and Barber College in Johnstown. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II from Aug. 31, 1942, to March 27, 1946, in the China, Burma, India Theatres of Operation as a corporal in the 502nd Bomb Squadron, including the famed Flying Tigers, while in China. Mr. Szabat operated his own barber business in Oil City until he joined his son in the Latonia Barber Shop on East First Street. His career as a barber spanned 51 years, and he was actively working until the time of his death. He was a member of Assumption BVM Church, American Legion Post No. 32, a lifetime member of the Oil City VFW and a past president of the Oil City PNA. He enjoyed working around the house, playing cards, telling great stories and endless jokes, and spending time with family and friends, especially his grandchildren. Mr. Szabat was married July 15, 1945, in Assumption BVM Church to Stella C. May, who survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Joanne Brzezinski and her husband, Rick, of New Castle, Donna Ziegler and her husband, Mark, of Seneca, and Susie Weiser and her husband, Jack, of Seneca; two sons, Stanley Szabat and his wife, Michelle, of Salem, Ohio, and John Szabat of Oil City; and seven grandchildren, Chad Brzezinski of New Castle, Andrea Krarup and her husband, Bruce, Stephanie Szabat, Bridget Szabat and Christopher Szabat, all of Salem, Ohio, and Nathan Ziegler and Luke Ziegler, both of Seneca. Other survivors include a sister, Helen Brink of Oil City; a brother, John Szabat and his wife, Hazel, of Mt. Lebanon; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant son, Teddy Joe Szabat; a grandson, Scott Szabat; and three brothers, Ernie Szabat, Edward Szabat and Joe Szabat. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday in the Osenider Funeral Home, Oil City. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in Assumption BVM Church with the Rev. John Neff, parish pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The family requests memorial donations be sent to a charity of one's choice or to Assumption BVM Church. Bertha Mae-Gibson Strickenburg Bertha Mae-Gibson Strickenburg, 81, formerly of Rocky Grove, died Thursday, Sept. 16, 2004, at her home in Fredericksburg, Va. She was a member of the Open Door Baptist Church. Mrs. Strickenburg is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and Jim Weyand of Springfield, Va.; a son, Glenn Strickenburg of Fredericksburg, Va.; three grandchildren, Tina Spears and her husband, Heath, Renee Weyand and Tim Weyand; and five great-grandchildren, Steven, Zachary, Heather, Bradley and Lisa. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clair F. Strickenburg; and her parents, Charles and Leafy Gibson. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Huff Chapel, 312 West Park St. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Sunset Hills Memorial Park. The family suggests memorials be made to Mary Washington Hospice, 2300 Fall Hill Ave., Suite 210, Fredericksburg, Va., 22401. Online condolences may be sent to foundandsons.com. B. Duane Texter B. Duane Texter, 73, of Madison Road, Knox, died unexpectedly of natural causes Friday afternoon, Sept. 17, 2004, at his residence. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the David C. McEntire Funeral Home in Knox. A complete obituary will be published Monday in The Derrick.

The Derrick, Thursday, September 16, 2004: Gene R. Clark, Canadohta Lake Shirley Speerstra Fuqua, Bushnell, Fla., formerly of Oil City Pete Forrest M. McIver, 34709 Crowther Road, Titusville Johan Michiel "John" Pfauth, Philadephia, formerly of West Hickory Mary L. Scott Schafer, Monroeville, formerly of the Emlenton area Francis P. Summerville, Brookville, formerly of Clarion Teresa Vernesoni, Seminole Gene R. Clark Gene R. Clark, 74, of 35631 Circuit Drive, (Canadohta Lake) Union City, died at 4:15 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2004, at his residence. Born Dec. 18, 1929, in Oil City, he was the son of Wilfred Clark and Eve Moon Clark Peters. He was a graduate of Bloomfield High School. Mr. Clark served in the U.S. Navy for one year active duty and six years with the resesrves. He was employed from 1950 to 1958 with Lyons Transportation Lines and from 1958 to 1962 with Prudential. He returned to Lyons in 1962, retiring there in 1990. Mr. Clark and his wife also owned and operated Clark's Cozy Cottage Court in Canadohta Lake. He was a member of Grace Fellowship Church in Titusville and attended Lincolnville Baptist Church. Mr. Clark was a member of the Teamsters Union and the Union City Country Club. He was an avid golfer and loved to sing in the church choir. Mr. Clark was married in the Lincolnville Baptist Church Feb. 4, 1951, to Betty Jean Weed, who died Oct. 16, 2002. Surviving are four children, the Rev. Chris Clark and wife, Judy, of Emlenton, Curtis Clark of Titusville, Cheryl Purser of Sarasota, Fla., and Calvin Clark and wife, Jennifer, of Lexington, Ky.; nine grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. He also is survived by one brother, Jack Clark and wife, Norma, of Titusville. Mr. Clark was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Wilfred Clark; and his grandparents, Harold and Nora Clark, who partially raised him. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Chris Clark officiating, assisted by the rest of the Clark family. Interment will be in the Rootville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Crawford County, 310 N. Monroe St., Titusville, 16354. Shirley Speerstra Fuqua Shirley Speerstra Fuqua, 73, of Bushnell, Fla., formerly of Oil City, died at 12:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004, in Bushnell. Born March 5, 1931, at Oakwood Rose Gardens, Oil City, she was the daughter of the late Henry John Speerstra and Katherine Speerstra DeLucia. She attended Sage Run Elementary School and was a 1949 graduate of Cranberry High School. After graduation, Mrs. Fuqua worked at Oil City National Bank and Woolworth's before moving to Florida, where she worked several years for Winn Dixie. Mrs. Fuqua enjoyed crocheting, gardening and keeping in touch with her family. She was unique in remembering every birthday and wedding date. She was married to George Fuqua, who survives. Also surviving are three sisters, Beatrice Rembold and husband, Paul, and Marjorie Wessell and husband, James, all of Seneca, and Patricia Strickenburg of Annapolis, Md.; and several nieces and nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Fuqua was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Richard Strickenburg; and a nephew, Robert J. Wessell. Pete Forrest M. McIver Pete Forrest M. McIver, 67, of 34709 Crowther Road, Titusville, died at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2004, at his residence. Born Sept. 2, 1937, in Titusville, he was the son of the late Clyde and Vera Tracy McIver. He attended Titusville Area Schools. Mr. McIver was employed by Carpenters Union No. 556 in Meadville for 36 years until his retirement in 2001. During those years, he also enjoyed working his farm, raising beef cattle and running his farm equipment. He also helped his son, Todd, as a relief driver with his milk truck for several years. He was a member of the Chapmanville Community Church. Mr. McIver also was a member of Titusville Lodge No. 754, F. & A.M., and the Valley of New Castle Consistory. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, trapping and fishing. He was a sports enthusiast, a devoted Steelers fan and enjoyed watching NASCAR and former driver Dale Ernhart and now son, Dale Ernhart Jr. He was the type of person who was there to lend a hand. Mr. McIver was married in Tryonville Aug. 17, 1957, to Evelyn Titus, who survives. Also surviving are two sons and their wives, Mark and Loretta McIver of Townville and Todd and Ricki McIver of Titusville; and two grandchildren, Shawn and Erikka McIver of Titusville. He also is survived by two brothers and their wives, Howard and Janet McIver of Southgate, Mich., and Clyde and Ruby McIver of Churchill, Tenn.; three sisters, Helen Vandervort and Audrey Acel and husband, Sam, all of Titusville, and Ruth Stephens and husband, George, of Albuquerque, N.M.; and numerous nieces, nephew and cousins. In addition to his parents, Mr. McIver was preceded in death by a brother, Wendell McIver; and three sisters, Nora McIver, Claire Scallion and Virginia Beach. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Chapmanville Community Church with the Rev. Kevin Green officiating. Interment will be in Kerr Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Chapmanville Community Church, State Highway 27, Titusville, 16354, or to a charity of one's choice. Johan Michiel "John" Pfauth Johan Michiel "John" Pfauth, 80, of Philadelphia, formerly of West Hickory, died Monday, Sept. 13, 2004, in Philadelphia after an extended illness. Born March 16, 1924, in Bodegraven, the Netherlands, he was the son of Johan and Agnitha van Binsbergen Pfauth. Mr. Pfauth was active in the Dutch Resistance during World War II. He and his wife, Elly Christine Boon Pfauth, moved to the United States in 1955. They were married in 1951 and his wife died Nov. 6, 1999. Together they owned Compass Development Inc. and Professional Realty Co. of Tionesta. Mr. Pfauth earned his real estate broker's license in 1991. He was active with the Presbyterian Church in several communities and was a member and elder at Tionesta Presbyterian Church. Surviving are his wife, Leana M. Piller of Philadelphia, whom he married in 2002; a son, Robert C. Pfauth of Chicago, Ill.; a daughter, Judith E. van Baarlen, Amstelveen, the Netherlands; and two granddaughters. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home of Tionesta. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Tionesta Presbyterian Church with Peter Veltman, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery, Tionesta. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tionesta Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund or a charity of one's choice. Mary L. Scott Schafer Mary L. Scott Schafer, 69, of Monroeville, formerly of the Emlenton area, sister of Ernestine "Scotty" Wade of Seneca and wife of Samuel W. Schafer, died Thursday, Sept. 9, 2004, in Monroeville. Francis P. Summerville Francis P. Summerville, 88, of 66 Brookside Lane, Brookville, formerly of Clarion, died Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2004, in Jefferson Manor, Brookville. He was born Sept. 14, 1916, in Fisher, Clarion County. Mr. Summerville was in the U.S. Army during World War II, serving with the 331st QM Depot Supply Co. He saw duty in Naples and Foggia, Sicily, Rome, Arno, Southern France, Rhineland and Central Europe theaters. He was the recipient of two Purple Hearts and the European-African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with six Bronze Stars. He was employed as crew chief for 40 years at Owens-Illinois Glass Plant in Clarion. He was a member of the Glass Bottle Blowers Association, Local No. 246 of Clarion. Mr. Summerville was a member of the Brookville Presbyterian Church. He also held membership in the American Legion Post No. 0066 in Clarion and the Roy Calvin McGinnis Post VFW of Parker. Mr. Summerville was married in Rimersburg Dec. 16, 1946, to Lyddie R. Ramsey, who survives. Also surviving are one daughter, Judy Greeley of Brookville; four grandchildren, Margaret Kay Greeley, Tracy Lynn Finnefrock, Bradley James Greeley and Terry Joel Greeley; and eight great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Mr. Summerville was preceded in death by a half brother. Private services were held with the Rev. Thomas J. Parlette officiating. Interment was in Brookville Cemetery. The McKinney Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Brookville, was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Presbyterian Church, Main Street, Brookville, 15825, or to the Alzheimer's Unit, Jefferson Manor, RD 5, Brookville, 15825. Teresa Vernesoni Teresa Vernesoni, 86, of Seminole, died Wednesday evening, Sept. 15, 2004, at the home of her daughter in Saint Peters, Mo. The Rupert Funeral Home in New Bethlehem is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Friday in The Derrick.

The Derrick, Wednesday, September 15, 2004: Violet Mae Conner, East Brady, formerly of Rimersburg Charles F. Daugherty, 759 Coal City Road, Kennerdell Sandra Jean Devoy, Sligo Jack Alexander Manley, New Bethlehem Johan Michiel "John" Pfauth, West Hickory and Philadelphia Constance Angela Felicia Troilo, 311 Center St., Franklin Jean Lucinda Ward, Missoula, Mont., formerly of Oil City Violet Mae Conner Violet Mae Conner, 86, of Riverview Apartments, East Brady, formerly of Sandy Hollow near Rimersburg, died of natural causes early Monday morning at her home. Born Oct. 10, 1917, in West Monterey, Clarion County, she was the daughter of George B. and Jennie Myers Terwilliger. Mrs. Conner was a homemaker and attended the United Methodist church in East Brady. During her husband's employment career, they lived in Akron, Ohio, where they raised their family. They returned to Sandy Hollow following his retirement. Mrs. Conner was married in Butler June 15, 1938, to Robert Wetzel Conner, who died Dec. 17, 1991. Surviving are three sons, Roy G. Conner and wife, Martha, of Manchester, Ohio, Clifford B. Conner and wife, Susan, of Hartville, Ohio, and Robert M. Conner and friend, Karen Hartzell of Fryburg; three daughters, Rosella J. Temple of Kimbolton, Ohio, Judith Rae Nicholson and husband, Merle, of Kimbolton, Ohio, and Elaine K. Conner and friend, Ken Reece, of Norton, Ohio; 16 grandchildren; and a number of great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Conner was preceded in death by seven brothers, Roy N. Terwilliger, Byron B. Terwilliger, Claude Terwilliger, James Terwilliger, Arnold Terwilliger, Charles Terwilliger and Wayne Terwilliger. Friends may call from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday in the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Richard Russell, pastor of the United Methodist church in East Brady, officiating. Committal services and interment will follow in the Mount Calvary Cemetery, Dutch Hill near Parker. Charles F. Daugherty Charles F. Daugherty, 77, of 759 Coal City Road, Kennerdell, died at 5:40 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2004, in The Caring Place, Franklin. Born Sept. 17, 1926, in Seneca, he was the son of Cyrus Wade and Luella Clark Daugherty. Mr. Daugherty attended public schools in Cranberry. He served with the U.S. Army during World War II in the Pacific Theater of Operations. Mr. Daugherty was employed as a foreman at Continental Can in Oil City, retiring in 1987 after 391/2 years of service. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, his hunting dogs and television, especially wrestling. Mr. Daugherty was married Jan. 6, 1951, to the former Gretchen Hendershot, who survives. Also surviving are a brother and his wife, Robert and Phyllis Daugherty of Victory Heights; two sisters, Jean Weaver of Hampton, Va., and Brenda Seigworth and husband, Fred, of Seven Fields, Mars; several nieces and nephews; and a daughter-in-law, Joyce Daugherty. In addition to his parents, Mr. Daugherty was preceded in death by a son, Wendell Daugherty; a sister, Lois Shultz; and a brother, Kenneth Daugherty. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Shawn Goodwin, pastor of the Rockland United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Rockland Cemetery. Sandra Jean Devoy Sandra Jean Devoy, 57, of Clarview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Sligo, died at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2004, in Clarion Hospital following an illness. Born July 1, 1947, in Butler, she was the daughter of Robert A. and Duretha Fair Texter. She was a graduate of Roosevelt High School in Wyandotte, Mich. She had been employed as a computer accounting clerk in various medical offices in Michigan. She was affiliated with Glenwood United Methodist Church in Michigan. Surviving are a daughter, two sons, three sisters, nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, a brother preceded her in death. At her request, there will be no visitation. Also at her request, a private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. The H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home in Parker is in charge of arrangements. Jack Alexander Manley Jack Alexander Manley, 83, of New Bethlehem, died Monday evening, Sept. 13, 2004, in the Clarion Hospital. Born Oct. 24, 1920, in New Bethlehem in the home where he currently lived, he was the son of Warren W. and Lillian Ruffner Manley. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in England and France. Mr. Manley was a truck owner and operator for 30 years. On March 30, 1934, he became a member of the First United Methodist Church in New Bethlehem. Mr. Manley was a 55-year member of the American Legion and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was a member and past master of the New Bethlehem Masonic Lodge No. 522, the Coudersport Consistory and the Syria Temple of Pittsburgh. Mr. Manley was married Aug. 14, 1959, to Dorothy Brocious, who survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Carol Hise and husband, John, of Cincinnati, Ohio; three granddaughters, Jennifer McMennamin and husband, Kevin, of Ellicott City, Md., Heather Hise of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Wendy Hise of Spokane, Wash.; one great-grandson, Andrew McMennamin of Ellicott City, Md.; and two cousins, Nancy Sheehan of Kitty Hawk, N.C., and Hervey Everitt of Sarasota, Fla. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the Rupert Funeral Hone, New Bethlehem. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Sue Bonner, pastor of the First United Methodist Church in New Bethlehem, officiating. Interment will follow in the New Bethlehem Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Stained Glass Fund of the First United Methodist Church of New Bethlehem or to the American Lung Association. Johan Michiel 'John' Pfauth Johan Michiel "John" Pfauth, 80, of West Hickory, more recently of Philadelphia, died Monday, Sept. 13, 2004, at his home in Philadelphia. The Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home of Tionesta is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick. Constance Angela Felicia Troilo Constance Angela Felicia Troilo, 55, of 311 Center St., Franklin, died at 6:38 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004, in the Clarion Hospital. Born Oct. 27, 1948, in Franklin, she was the daughter of the late Constantino and Elizabeth Franchello Troilo. She was a 1967 graduate of Franklin High School. Ms. Troilo was a homemaker all of her life and enjoyed cooking, crocheting and drawing pictures. She was particularly fond of children, spending time at amusement parks especially Conneaut Lake. She also had a very strong devotion to animals all her life, especially her pet cats and dogs. Ms. Troilo was of the Catholic faith. Surviving are her daughter, Nicole Ann Troilo at home; a brother, Nicholas Anthony Troilo of Dallas, Texas; and Linda Marie Chapin of Franklin, who was like a sister to Ms. Troilo, along with her husband, Jim Chapin, and their daughter, April Chapin. She also is survived by many loving cousins. Ms. Troilo also was like a special grandmother to Victoria Pippin, Dennis Michael Carter, Andrew Pippin, Becca, Skylar and Chelsey Spencer, and Ashley Hudson. A celebration of her life will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin. Interment will follow Friday in St. Patrick Cemetery. Jean Lucinda Ward Jean Lucinda Ward, 79, of Missoula, Mont., formerly of Oil City, died of natural causes Monday, Sept. 13, 2004, in Riverside Health Center. Born July 18, 1925, in Oil City, she was the daughter of Robert and Irene Karns. She attended Oil City schools and was an avid softball player in her youth. Mrs. Ward retired as a lunch counter manager at Woolworth's. She was a generous and fun-loving spirit and enjoyed fishing and bowling throughout her life. Mrs. Ward was married in Oil City March 18, 1946, to Albert C. Ward, who preceded her in death. They met at Continental Can Co. Surviving are a son, Albert R. Ward, a retired physician in Missoula, Mont.; and two grandsons, Ryan of Missoula and Blake of Barcelona, Spain. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Ward was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Karns; and a sister, Joanne Warfield of Oil City. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday in the Hutchinson Funeral Home, 201 Bissell Ave., Oil City. A private graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the Heckathorn Cemetery.

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The Derrick, Tuesday, September 14, 2004: Violet Mae Conner, East Brady, formerly of Rimersburg W. Virgil Hovis, Sewickley Walter W. Jackson, Walnut Street, Emlenton Helen M. Karns, Erie, formerly of Reno Ted Kuehn, Pittsburgh Jack A. Manley, New Bethlehem Diana Lynn Smith, 157 Pear St., Cranberry Township Caribel H. Stillings, memorial set Gerald B. Watson, getting it right Violet Mae Conner Violet Mae Conner, 86, of Riverview Apartments, East Brady, formerly of Sandy Hollow, Rimersburg, died of natural causes early Monday morning, Sept. 13, 2004, at her residence. The Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick. W. Virgil Hovis W. Virgil Hovis of Sewickley died Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004. Mr. Hovis was the owner for 63 years of the Sunoco Station at the Sewickley Bridge. His wife, Dorothy Dame Hovis, survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Karen Furney of Napoleon, Ohio, and Donna Schirmer of Fairfield, Va.; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He also is survived by a sister, Ruth Hovis of Oil City; and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday in the Richard D. Cole Funeral Home, Inc., 328 Beaver St., Sewickley. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Clintonville. Walter W. Jackson Walter W. Jackson, 93, of Walnut Street, Emlenton, died unexpectedly at 3:54 a.m. Monday, Sept. 13, 2004, shortly after his arrival in the emergency room at UPMC Northwest, Franklin. Born June 19, 1911, in Richland Township, Clarion County, he was the son of Oscar A. and Sadie B. Kagle Jackson. Mr. Jackson attended St. Petersburg Schools and graduated in 1930 from Emlenton High School. He received a bachelor of science degree from Wharton School of Finance and Commerce of the University of Pennsylvania. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II as an officer with the 2nd Armored Division. He retained reserve status, earned the rank of lieutenant colonel and was the commander of the 409th Civil Affairs Co. at Franklin. Mr. Jackson was employed for many years by the Quaker State Corp. as an internal auditor. He retired in 1976. He was a member of the Emlenton United Methodist Church where he had served as Sunday school superintendent for many years and was a member of the church's administrative board and was a trustee for many years. Mr. Jackson also served as a member of the board of education of the Allegheny-Clarion School District. He was a member and past secretary of the A-C Valley Kiwanis Club of the Emlenton area. He belonged to the Parker City-Allegheny Valley Lodge No. 521, F. & A.M., and the Consistory, Valley of Coudersport. He was a member of the Franklin Elks Club and the Miller-Rankin American Legion Post No. 636 in Foxburg. Mr. Jackson enjoyed gardening and playing cards. He was married in Pittsburgh March 6, 1942, to Catherine Jane McCullough, who survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Patricia A. Greene of Randallstown, Md., and Mrs. Gail Y. Miller and husband, Gary L., of Pasadena, Md.; a granddaughter, Kristina Miller of Pasadena, Md.; and a son-in-law, Leonard Greene of Baltimore, Md. He also is survived by two sisters, Zella Dunkle of Titusville and Mrs. Thelma Rhoades of Knox; a brother and his wife, Arnell E. and Evelyn Jackson of Audobon, N.J.; and a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by a brother, Robert W. Jackson, and a sister, Margaret R. Beck. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the Hile Funeral Home Inc., 1204 Kerr Ave. at Walnut Street, Emlenton. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Kenneth Duffee, pastor of the Emlenton United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Emlenton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Scholarship Fund of the A-C Valley Kiwanis of the Emlenton Area, in care of Robert Haas, P.O. Box 67, Emlenton, 16373. Helen M. Karns Helen M. Karns, 88, a resident of St. Mary's of Asbury, 4855 W. Ridge Road, Erie, formerly of Reno, died Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004, at St. Mary 's. She was born May 14, 1916, the daughter of Lawrence and Blanche Martin Myers. Mrs. Karns retired as a food service supervisor at Polk State School. After retirement, she spent time with her husband in Chautauqua, N.Y. She was a lifelong member of the Reno United Methodist Church and was active in the Reno community. Mrs. Karns was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Karns Sr., in 1998. Surviving are a son, Frank C. Karns and wife, Maureen, of Fairview; a daughter, Pat Romano and husband, Donald, of Short Hills, N.J.; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She also is survived by four sisters, Dorothy Dunshie and husband, Robert, of Portville, Genieve Anderson and husband, Alfred, of Louisiana, Virginia Simon and husband, Raymond, of Olean, N.Y., and Bonnie Bartlett and husband, Robert, of Phoenix, Ariz. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Karns was preceded in death by four brothers and one sister. Friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. today in the Burton Funeral Home, 525 Main St. East, Girard. Graveside services will be held at 1:30 p.m. today in the Reno Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mary's of Asbury, 4855 W. Ridge Road, Erie, 16506. Condolences may be sent to www.burtonfuneralhomes.com. Ted Kuehn Ted Kuehn, 70, of 1205 Irene Lane, Pittsburgh, died at 2:15 a.m. Monday, Sept. 13, 2004, at home. Surviving are a daughter, Kathleen Kulinski, and her husband, Leon, of Oil City. Jack A. Manley Jack A. Manley, 83, of New Bethlehem, died Monday evening, Sept. 13, 2004, in Clarion Hospital following a short illness. The Rupert Funeral Home in New Bethlehem is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick. Diana Lynn Smith Diana Lynn Smith, 49, of 157 Pear St., Cranberry Township, died at 3:45 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13, 2004, at her residence following an extended illness. Born Dec. 31, 1954, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Cecil and Patricia Frantz Smith. She was a 1972 graduate of Franklin High School. Ms. Smith was employed for the past 29½ years as a custodial lead worked at Polk Center, retiring there in May due to health reasons. She and her life companion, Angel C. Alcorn, owned and operated the popular eatery, the Plane View Take-Out Restaurant in Mapledale for a number of years. Ms. Smith was a member of the VFW Jesse Greer Post No. 1835 of Franklin. She also was a member of the Franklin Women's Pool League of the Corner Pocket Lounge in Franklin where she was a second- and third-place finisher on many occasions. Ms. Smith was of the Protestant faith. As her health permitted, she enjoyed playing poker with her family and friends, spending time in the outdoors, especially camping and fishing and a general love of nature. She also enjoyed horseback riding. Surviving, in addition to Ms. Alcorn of Franklin, are her mother, Patricia Frantz Smith of Franklin; two brothers, Cecil Smith Jr. and wife, Carol, of Stoneboro and Mike "Bob" Smith of Franklin; two sisters, Jan Carlson and husband, Matthew, of Sugarcreek Borough and Lou Ann Smith of Franklin; many nieces and nephews; and Rachael Macvay, daughter of Ms. Alcorn. She was preceded in death by her father. At her request, there will be no public visitation. A graveside service, open to family and friends, will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the Franklin Cemetery. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. The Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin, is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 10 W. Front St., Oil City, 16301. Stillings memorial scheduled A memorial service for Caribel H. Stillings, who died June 4, 2004, in Beverly Healthcare-Oil City, will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 19, in Grace United Methodist Church, Oil City. Getting it right - Gerald B. Watson Gerald B. Watson, 74, of Rockland, died Friday, Sept. 10, 2004, in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. The Rev. Shawn Goodwin, pastor of the Rockland United Methodist Church, will officiate at his funeral services.

The Derrick, Monday, September 13, 2004: Maurice E. "Mort" Borger, 109 W. Third St., Oil City Jane A. Bowen, 642 Liberty St., Franklin Rhonda Ann Smith Girts, Bouch Lane, Clarion William Wayne Grimm, Water Run Road, Clarion Alan L. Heckman, Corsica A. Lee Hockman, Shippenville, 123 N. First St., Shippenville Eleanor A. McElhaney, 41 Eagle St., Greenville Richard Eugene McMunn, 1128 W. First St., Oil City Anna Schilling, Summerville Betty J. Verne, Brockway RD 2 Gerald B. Watson, Rockland Constance Angelo Felicia Troilo, Franklin Maurice E. "Mort" Borger Maurice E. "Mort" Borger, 85, of 109 W. Third St., Oil City, died at 10:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 2004, in Saint Vincent Health Center, Erie. Born Nov. 28, 1917, in Plum Township, he was the son of Myrl and Gertrude Reib Borger. After working in his younger years at various sawmills throughout northwestern Pennsylvania, Mr. Borger graduated from the National Hardwood Grader School in Memphis, Tenn. He then spent many years as a lumber inspector through the Midwest. In 1971, Mr. Borger and his family returned to Franklin where he took over as general manager of Big Value Builders on 15th St. Upon his retirement in 1983, Mr. Borger and his wife, Dorothy, enjoyed traveling extensively throughout the United States and other regions. They wintered for 15 years in Mesa, Ariz. Mr. Borger was a member of the Faith Baptist Church in Seneca, the Franklin B.P.O Elks No. 110 and the Franklin Moose Lodge. He was an avid golfer and hunter and enjoyed his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mr. Borger was an accomplished amateur photographer who spent many years filming his family at various functions, both in still photos and on video. He was married July 31, 1940, to Dorothy M. Brink, who survives. Also surviving are three children, Daniel W. Borger and wife, Hannah, of Mesa, Ariz., and Rodney K. Borger and wife, Bonnie, and Wanda L. Corbett and husband, Jack, all of Franklin; eight grandchildren, Mark Borger and wife, Dawn, and Jennifer Totaro and husband, Lawrence, all of Irwin; Rebecca Hines and husband, William, Jeffrey Corbett and fiancee, Tammy Reitz, and Tracy Martin, all of Franklin, Jon Corbett and wife, Barbara, of Lerona, W.Va., Dr. Wendy Corbett and husband, Harold T. Fink III of Lebanon, N.J., and Dana Borger and wife, Judy, of Apex, N.C.; and 22 great-grandchildren. He also is survived by two brothers, Edward Borger of Franklin and Wallace Borger of Santa Fe, N.M.; several nieces and nephews; four brothers-in-law, Glen Brink Jr. and wife, Alice, and Robert Reed, all of Cooperstown, James Brink and wife, Pauline, of Butler and Richard Brink and wife, Jennifer, of Las Vegas, Nev.; and six sisters-in-law, Shirley Borger and Penny Jo Procter and husband, Robert, all of Franklin, Betty Borger and Marge Borger, both of Albuquerque, N.M., Betty Deets and husband, Richard, of Cochranton, and Patricia Rodgers and husband, John, of Cooperstown. In addition to his parents, Mr. Borger was preceded in death by three brothers, Richard "Hick" Borger, Billy Borger and Neil "Johnny" Borger; three sisters, Marion Boal, Susan Mihleder and Geraldine Brink; two brothers-in-law, Scott Mihleder and F.E. "Ted" Brink; and four sisters-in-law, Dorothy Borger, JoAnn Borger, Ethel Nelson and Norma Reed. 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. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Larry Williams, pastor of Faith Baptist Church, Seneca, and the Rev. Jon Corbett, pastor of the Princeton Church of God, Princeton, W.Va., officiating. Interment will be in Coopestown Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the VNA Foundation, 176 E. Bissell Ave., Oil City, 16301, or to a charity of one's choice. Jane A. Bowen Jane A. Bowen, 74, of 642 Liberty St., Franklin, died at 8:59 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, 2004, in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, following an extended illness. Born Oct. 27, 1929, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Bernard and Jane Reagle McGinty. She attended the former Sacred Heart School in Franklin and was a 1947 graduate of Franklin High School. Mrs. Bowen was a member of St. Patrick Church, Franklin, and the Catholic Daughters of the Americas. She was an avid card player with a particular interest in playing bridge. Mrs. Bowen was married in St. Patrick Church, Franklin, Jan. 3, 1948, to Edward M. Bowen, who survives. They celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary in January of this year. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are three daughters, Patricia Bowen Johnson and husband, Wayne, of Chandler, Ariz., Teresa Bowen Rishel and husband, Darrell, of Springfield, Ohio, and Mary Jane Bowen Hamid and husband, Akhtar, of San Ramon, Calif.; three sons, Michael Bowen and wife, Renee, of Marietta, Ga., Jim Bowen and wife, Joann, of Washington, Pa., and John Bowen and wife, Mary, of Erie; and seven grandchildren, Ryan Rishel and wife, Nancy, of Strongville, Ohio, Jonathan Rishel and wife, Jessica, of Warren, Ohio, P.J. Rishel of Niles, Ohio, Meghan and Kelsey Bowen, both of Marietta, Ga., and John and Rachel Bowen, both of Erie. She also is survived by two sisters, Carol Rios and husband, Joe, of East Petersburg and Ann Hibshman and husband, John, of Lititz. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Bowen was preceded in death by a son, Thomas P. Bowen, Feb. 10, 1986; a brother, Jack McGinty; and a sister, Helen Buchna. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin. A Christian wake service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Patrick Church, Franklin. Interment will follow in St. Patrick Cemetery, Franklin. The family requests memorial contributions be made to St. Patrick School, 952 Buffalo St., Franklin, 16323. Rhonda Ann Smith Girts Rhonda Ann Smith Girts, 65, of Bouch Lane, Clarion, died Thursday, Sept. 9, 2004, in the Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born Feb. 1, 1939, in Punxsutawney, she was the daughter of Marion Clair and Dorothy Dora Coleman Smith. Mrs. Girts was a homemaker who enjoyed gardening, cooking, puzzles and spending time with her grandchildren and her loving cat, Mittens. She was married April 2, 1960, to Samuel H. Girts Sr., who died Sept. 29, 2003. Surviving are two sons, Philip L. Girts of Fayetteville, Ga., and Samuel H. Girts Jr. of Clarion; four daughters, Cathy L. Vossburg of Shippenville, Kelly A. Minich of New Bethlehem, Kimberly S. Girts of Buffalo, N.Y., and Amy B. Shay of Eau Claire; seven grandchildren, Crystal Girts and Jaclyn Girts-White of Georgia, Heidi, Amanda and Ed Vossburg Jr. of Shippenville, Bethany and Michael Smith of Eau Claire; and two great-grandchildren, Cori and Isabella Heyer of Georgia. She also is survived by three sisters, Martha J. Smith and Sara Arnold, both of DuBois, and Shirley J. Kimball of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; two brothers, Lorraine Smith and Donald Smith, both of Brockway; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Girts was preceded in death by two sisters, Marjorie Smith and Ruth Lundberg; and two brothers, Earl and William Smith. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Goble Funeral Home, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with Dr. Robert Hrisak, pastor of the Free Methodist Church in Clarion, officiating. Interment will follow in Clarion Cemetery. William Wayne Grimm William Wayne Grimm, 84, of Water Run Road, Clarion, died Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004, at the home of his daughter on Liberty Street, Clarion. Born Oct. 25. 1919, in Coshocton, Ohio, he was the son of George W. and Helen Rosalind Henderson Grimm. He served in the 3rd Marine Division during World War II. Mr. Grimm retired in 1980 as foreman in the decorating department at Owens-Illinois. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Clarion, the American Legion Post No. 66, the Quarter Century Club and the Golden Emblem Club. Mr. Grimm enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking. He was married in Kittanning Oct. 9, 1938, to Virginia Lee Callen, who survives. They were married 66 years. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are two sons, Barry Lee Grimm and wife, Georgette, of Erie and Gregory Callen Grimm and wife, Deb, of Shippenville; a daughter, Linda Grimm Magness of Clarion; 10 grandchildren, Rick Grimm and wife, Linda, of Murphy, N.C., Ginny Grimm Kelly of Lakeland, Fla., Dawn Hellsten and husband, Chris, of Orlando, Fla., Barry Grimm and wife, Sherri, of Birdsboro, Jeff Grimm and wife, Greta, Jeannette Musser and husband, Tim, of Clarion, Jerri Beth Martin and husband, Tim, of Strattanville, Michelle Magness and Robert Bish of Clarin, Brandi Grimm of Sidell, La., and Lauri Terza and husband, Clint, of Marietta, Ga.; 15 great-grandchildren, Heather and Brittany Grimm, Lindsay, Sidney and, McKensie Hellstern, Zach and Abby Musser, Hunter Grimm, Kaitlyn Grimm, Christopher Magness, David, Elizabeth and Alexandria Bish and Devin and Morgan Terza. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Goble Funeral Home, Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Harold O. Jacobson, pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, officiating. Memorials may be made to the Clarion Hospice or to Grace Lutheran Church, Clarion. Alan L. Heckman Alan L. Heckman, 61, of Corsica, died Friday, Sept. 10, 2004, in Brookville Hospital. A. Lee Hockman A. Lee Hockman, 74, 123 N. First St., Shippenville, died at 2:25 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004, at his home after a six-month battle with brain cancer. Born Oct. 21, 1929, in Pinegrove Township, he was the son of Fred and Harriet Craig Hockman. Mr. Hockman owned and operated his furniture store, A. Lee Hockman Carpet & Furniture, Main Street, Shippenville, for 30 years until his illness. He was still laying carpet and vinyl the first of March. He had previously worked for Fallers Furniture in Fryburg, Oil Well Supply in Oil City and Rural Telephone Co. of Knox. He also enjoyed painting houses and had painted for many customers over the years. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War, serving as a corporal in Germany. Mr. Hockman was a member of St. Michael Church in Fryburg, a past member of the Knights of Columbus and currently was a member of the Knox Lions Club and The Club 20 Stock Club in Fryburg. He had served Shippenville Borough over the years in various offices and committees on Borough Council and as mayor. He was a member of council until his illness prevented him from attending meetings. Mr. Hockman enjoyed his children and grandchildren and Leesa's Day Care Kids where he could often be found. He also enjoyed feeding and watching birds, gardening and puttering in his garages. His store and his customers brought him much happiness, as did telling jokes and crazy stories. Mr. Hockman was married May 30, 1953, to the former Sarah "Sally" Baughman, who survives. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at a surprise party in May 2003. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are five children and their spouses and 14 grandchildren: Dave and Linda (Hockman) Duffee, Dustin, Erin and Derek of Shippenville; Doug and Cheryl "Chery" (Hockman) Rodgers, Steven, Marie, and Sarah of Oil City; Leesa (Hockman) Knight, Jamie, Mike, Chuck and Robbie of Shippenville; Anthony " Tony" and Julie (Dechant) Hockman, Andy, Adam of Shippenville; and Timothy and Sheila (Hall) Hockman, Phaedra and Phylicia of Clarion. He also is survived by two sisters, Jean Davis of Fertigs and Grace Confer and husband, Pat, of Mercer; a sister-in-law, Peg Hockman of Coal Hill; a brother-in-law, Jack Baughman and wife, Marlys, of Wentlings Corners; and 14 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Dan Hockman; and in-laws, Ross Davis and Harold "Red" Blauser. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Faller Funeral Home Inc. in Fryburg. A parish vigil service will be held at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday in St Michael Church, Fryburg, with the Rev. David Poulson, pastor, presiding. Interment will be in St. Michael Cemetery, Fryburg. Eleanor A. McElhaney Eleanor A. McElhaney, 84, of 41 Eagle St., Greenville, died at 12:20 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, 2004, in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, after a brief illness. Born Sept. 26, 1919, in Sandy Lake, Millcreek Township, she was the daughter of Herbert R. and Ida McIntire Gilliland. Mrs. McElhaney was a homemaker and a member of the First United Methodist Church in Greenville. She was a lifelong member of the American Legion Auxiliary No. 140 and a member of the 8-40 Partners of Mercer County. Mrs. McElhaney attended the Senior Citizen Center at St. Paul Homes. She was married Sept. 9, 1960, to Charles T. McElhaney, who died Dec. 23, 1982. Surviving are two sisters, Wilda Gilliland and Esther Gilliland, both of Sandy Lake; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by four brothers, Joseph, Boyd, Merle and Oakley Gilliland. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Loutzenhiser-Jordan Colonial Funeral Home, 366-368 S. Main St/, Greenville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. James Miller, pastor of the First United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Sandy Lake. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 73 Clinton St., Greenville, 16125. Condolences may be e-mailed to ljfh@pathway.net. Richard Eugene McMunn Richard Eugene McMunn, 52, of 1128 W. First St., Oil City, died at 2:27 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 2004, in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, following an extended illness. Born March 16, 1952, in Franklin, he was the son of the late Charles McMunn and Margaret "Peggy" Lawson. He attended Harborcreek Area Schools. Mr. McMunn had been an inspector with the United Steel Workers of America before going on disability. His interests included music, outdoor activities and being around family. Surviving are his fiancee, Melinda Pierce of Oil City; five children, Richard McMunn Jr. and fiancee, Lisa, of Erie, Misty Beshaw and husband, Rick; Chastity Potts and husband, Jack, Brad Joseph McMunn and wife, Jennifer, and Terry Lee McMunn, all of Oil City; and six grandchildren. He also is survived by the following brothers and sisters, Donald Stewart, Glen Stewart, Willa Jean Salie, Betty Lou Stillman, Patricia Braden, James McMunn, Linda Craig, Donna Malone, Leroy Jones and Derek Black; a son of the heart he helped raise, Jeremy McCray; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sons, Ricky Lee McMunn and Tommy Lee James McMunn; and two brothers, Walter Hayes Jr. and Charles McMunn Jr. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday in the Reinsel Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Lamey Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the funeral home to help defray funeral expenses. Anna Schilling Anna Schilling, 94, of Summerville, died Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004, in Summer Village in Summerville. Betty J. Verne Betty J. Verne, 81, of Brockway RD 2, died Saturday, Sept. 11, 2004, in DuBois Regional Medical Center-West. Born Nov. 10, 1922, in Brockway, she was the daughter of Albert and Elizabeth Bazaar. Mrs. Verne was retired from Brockway Glass. She was an avid caregiver and enjoyed taking care of everyone. She enjoyed reading, gardening and bird watching. Mrs. Verne was a member of St. Tobias Church in Brockway and the Rosary Society of the church. She was married to Matthew J. Verne, who died Jan. 11, 1999. Surviving are two sons, Matthew Verne of Clarion and Rick Verne of Brockway; two daughters, Judy Verne of Brockway and Karen Drayer of DuBois; and one grandson, Matthew. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Verne was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Zigler and Helen Hirsch. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Carlson Funeral Home, 1033 Fourth Ave., Brockway. A vigil service will be held at 8:45 p.m. today in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Tuesday in St. Tobias Church, Brockway, with Msgr. Charles Kaza presiding. Interment will be in St. Tobias Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Mengle Memorial Library, 324 Main St., Brockway, 15824. Gerald B. Watson Gerald B. Watson, 74, of Rockland, died Friday, Sept. 10, 2004, in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, following a brief illness. Born Jan. 12, 1930, in Rocky Grove, he was the son of Arthur L. and Della Neely Watson. Mr. Watson was retired from Timberline Packaging in Knox. He previously worked in construction and drove truck. He was of the Protestant faith. Mr. Watson enjoyed coon hunting, farming, playing chess and his grandchildren. He was married in October 1965 to Betty DeLoe Burgdorfer, who survives. Also surviving are six sons, Martin Burdorfer of Kennerdell, Clyde Burgdorfer of Emlenton and Gerald Burgdorfer, Cilfford Burgdorfer and wife, Marcy, William Watson and Floyd Watson and wife, Emily, all of Rockland; three daughters, Rosalie Kunselman of Emlenton and Mabel Bechtel and husband, Timothy, and Rita Ison and husband, Shawn, all of Rockland; 21 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He also is survived by two brothers, Arthur Watson Jr. and wife, Marilyn, of Magnolia, Texas, and Louis Watson and wife, Ruby, of Niles, Mich.; a daughter-in-law, Elaine Burgdorfer of Polk; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Watson was preceded in death by a brother, James P. Watson in 1994; a sister, Artis "Peaches" Muff in 1954; and a daughter-in-law, Ruth Burgdorfer in May 2004. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the William N. Rupert Mortuary in Knox. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. John Goodman, pastor of the Rockland United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Rockland Cemetery. Constance Angela Felicia Troilo Constance Angela Felicia Troilo, 55, of 311 Center St., Franklin, died at 6:38 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004, in the emergency room of Clarion Hospital. The Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin, is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The News-Herald.

The Derrick, Saturday, September 11, 2004: Alta I. "Toots" Biddle, Sugar Creek Station, formerly of Seneca Rhoda Girts, Bouch Lane, Clarion Edward L. Jolly, 370 W. State St., Pleasantville David Michael "Mike" Lawrence, Route 322, Brookville Blaine H. Luke, Grand Valley Richard Eugene McMunn, 1128 West First St., Oil City Margaret V. Thompson, 507 Grant St., Reynoldsville Norman Wallace, 755 Pine Terrace, Shippenville Alta I. "Toots" Biddle Alta I. "Toots" Biddle, 91, formerly of Seneca, died at 2:02 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, 2004, at Sugar Creek Station. Born April 5, 1913, in DuBois, she was the daughter of the late Estella Rosetta Kessler and Peter Furman Dunlap. She attended Oil City High School and lived in the Oil City and Seneca areas all her life. Mrs. Biddle worked as a private home housekeeper in Oil City. She was also a waitress/hostess at the original Arlington Hotel and worked on the assembly line at Continental Can Co. She was a member of the Seneca Volunteer Fire Department auxiliary. Mrs. Biddle was a homemaker who enjoyed her children and cooking. She was also an avid hunter. She was married Aug. 27, 1937, to John Robert Biddle, who died May 3, 1995. Mrs. Biddle is survived by two sons, Robert B. Biddle and his wife, Jody, and William W. Biddle and his wife, Susie, all of Seneca; a daughter, Susie J. Blair and her husband, Gary, of Franklin; and six grandchildren, Casey, Erin and Cody Biddle, all of Seneca, Lane Biddle of Hiram, Utah, and Bobby and Stacy Hawkins of Franklin. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Glenn, Vernon and Wesley Dunlap; and two sisters, Lorna Conrad and Eva Kephart. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the Hutchinson Funeral Home, 201 Bissell Ave. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Larry Williams, pastor of Faith Baptist Church in Seneca, officiating. Interment will be in Brandon Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Seneca Volunteer Fire Department, Box 272, Seneca, 16346; the VNA of Venango County or the charity of one's choice. Rhoda Girts Rhoda Girts of Bouch Lane, Clarion, died Friday, Sept. 10, 2004. She was married to Samuel H. Girts Sr., who died Sept. 29, 2003. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Goble Funeral Home, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. A complete obituary will be published Monday in The Derrick. Edward L. Jolly Edward L. Jolly, 68, of 370 W. State St., Pleasantville, died at 3:10 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2004, at his residence. Born Sept. 8, 1936, in Oil City, he was the son of the late Samuel A. and Mamie Stover Jolly. He was a 20-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force and was discharged Feb. 28, 1975, with the rank of technical sergeant. Upon his retirement from the Air Force, Mr. Jolly was employed by Joy Manufacturing in Franklin for eight years. He then was employed as a truck driver for J&J Trucking and Madden Trucking. He spent a short time working for Northwest Busing and was last employed driving the CATA bus in Titusville for eight years until his retirement. He was a member of Bruce Shorts Post No. 5958 of the VFW. Mr. Jolly enjoyed tinkering and fixing small machines. He was married Oct. 18, 1982 at the Rocky Grove Pilgrim Holiness Parsonage to the former Geraldine Ohler Ritchey, and she survives. Also surviving are three stepsons, Harry P. Ritchey and his wife, Kathy, of Lisbon, Domer H. Ritchey and his wife, Becky, of Emlenton, and Lewis A. Ritchey and his wife, Patty, of Franklin; two stepdaughters, Judy Woods and her husband, Steven, of Venus, and Jane McWilliams of Pleasantville; eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Also surviving are three brothers, James A. Jolly of Wallaceville and Stanley and Lawrence Jolly, both of Titusville; one sister, Sarah Bish and her husband, Lewis, of New Bethlehem; a close friend, Frank L. Helmbold of Titusville; numerous nieces and nephews; and his two dogs, Foxy and Buddy. In addition to his parents, Mr. Jolly was preceded in death by his first wife, Deloris Gomes, who died Dec. 7, 1980; and a daughter, Nancy Diane Jolly, who died in 1984. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home with the Rev. Paul F. Baker, pastor of Rocky Grove Pilgrim Holiness Church, officiating. Interment will be in Pine Hill Cemetery, Pine Grove Township, Venango County. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 201 N. Franklin St., Titusville. David Michael "Mike" Lawrence David Michael "Mike" Lawrence, 50, of Route 322, Brookville, died Friday, Sept. 10, 2004, at the Presbyterian Medical Center, Pittsburgh. Born May 12, 1954, in Brookville, he was the son of Newell Ross and Blossom Strattan Lawrence of Corbett Street, Clarion. He was a 1973 graduate of Clarion Area High School, and he graduated from Williamsport Community College with a major in diesel mechanics. Mr. Lawrence was employed at Stockdales Mine Supply Inc. in Punxsutawney. He enjoyed hunting, horse racing and rebuilding antique tractors and automobiles. Mr. Lawrence was married Aug. 29, 1981, in Clarion, to the former Debra Oaks, and she survives. In addition to his wife, Mr. Lawrence is survived by a son, Jason Lawrence of Brookville; a daughter, Bria Lawrence of Brookville; his mother of Clarion; two sisters, Karen Fraizer of Clarion and Rozlyn Beerbower of Atlanta; and his mother-in-law, Betty Oaks of Brookville. He was preceded in death by his father; his father-in-law, Newell Bus Oaks; and a brother, Gary Lawrence. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Goble Funeral Home, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Interment will be at Roseville Bethel Cemetery. The family suggests donations be made to the charity of one's choice. Blaine H. Luke Blaine H. Luke, 88, of Grand Valley, died at 11:58 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, 2004, at Titusville Area Hospital following from a brief illness. Born May 13, 1916, in Pineville, Southwest Township, Warren County, he was the son of the late Harry and May Wright Luke. He graduated from Pleasantville High School in 1935. Mr. Luke was formerly employed as a foreman for Quaker State Oil Refinery Corp. He was also an independent oil producer. He was a board member for the Neilltown Cemetery Association. He was a former member of the Pinecreek Sportsman's Club, the YMCA bowling league and the Titusville Area School Board. He was active as a committeeman for the Warren County Republican Party. Mr. Luke was included in an article written in the June 1978 issue of National Geographic regarding the Pennsylvania oil industry. He was an avid fisherman. He enjoyed hunting, bowling, riding his four-wheeler and tending his oil leases. He was married June 26, 1948, to the former Mary Conway, who died Jan. 21, 1999. Mr. Luke is survived by two children, Gloria Luke Roberts of DuBois and Clark L. Luke and his wife, Rhonda, of Grand Valley; three grandchildren, Adam B. Luke with the U.S. Air Force in California, Alycia Luke of Emlenton and Andrew C. Luke of Grand Valley; two sisters, Estella Hoovler of Pleasantville and Florence Beers of Grand Valley; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a sister, Lucille Bailey. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at the Leo N. Hennes Funeral Home Inc., 203 E. Main St., Titusville. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with Pastor Tim Cotton of the Homer City Alliance Church officiating. Interment will be in Neilltown Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Neilltown Cemetery, c/o Stella Hoovler, Box 34, Pleasantville, 16341; or the Grand Valley Volunteer Fire Department, Grand Valley 16420. Richard Eugene McMunn Richard Eugene McMunn, 52, of 1128 West First St., Oil City, died at 2:27 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 2004, at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh following an extended illness. The Reinsel Funeral Home is in charges of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Monday in The Derrick. Margaret V. Thompson Margaret V. Thompson, 84, of 507 Grant St., Reynoldsville, died at 3:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 2004, at her home. Born Jan. 8, 1920, in Winslow Township, she was the daughter of the late Cartie and Dora Clauson Clontz. She was a licensed practical nurse, graduating in the second class from Jeff Tech in Reynoldsville. Mrs. Thompson was a former employee of Camron Mfg., Maple Avenue Hospital and Christ the King Manor. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Reynoldsville, the Eagles and the American Legion auxiliary. Mrs. Thompson enjoyed reading, needlework and collecting music boxes. She was married Feb. 5, 1938, to Arthur E. Thompson, who died Dec. 5, 1996. Mrs. Thompson is survived by three daughters, Joyce A. Kline and Janet L. Martin, both of Reynoldsville, and Joan C. Miller of Hatteras, N.C.; 11 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son, James; and a great-grandson, Amos Kersey. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Sunday at the Bernard P. Snyder Funeral Home, Reynoldsville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Steven J. Hendrickson officiating. Interment will be in Lakelawn Memorial Park, Reynoldsville. Norman Wallace Norman Wallace, 78, of 755 Pine Terrace, Shippenville, died Friday, Sept. 3, 2004, following a brief illness. He was born Dec. 10, 1925, in Brooklyn, N.Y., and raised in Pittsburgh. Mr. Wallace served in both World War II and the Korean War. He worked as a sports announcer for several community radio stations including WWCH in Clarion, and he also served as sports editor for the Clarion News. He also worked as a page in the state House of Representatives. Mr. Wallace recently celebrated 15 years as sales manager for the Traveler's News, a publication of the Southern Clarion County Development Corp. He was an active community resident and past president of the Clarion Chamber of Commerce and past executive director of the United Way. He was a member of the Kittanning Elks. He was married to the former Constance Wallace for 52 years, and she survives. A private family service was held in Squirrel Hill. The family suggests contributions be made to the American Heart Association.

Alta I. "Toots" Biddle, Franklin, formerly of Seneca Robert W. Blake, Strattanville Edna Mae Wood Gharing, 908 Innis St., formerly of 17 Chestnut St., Oil City William P. Martin, 333 Second Ave., Rocky Grove Lester Milton Smith, 21 Adams St., Franklin R. Byron Smith, Clarion, formerly of Bethel Park Lenora J. Walbourn, 482 Pone Lane, Franklin Leola K. Whitman, Franklin Alta I. "Toots" Biddle, 91, formerly of Seneca, died Thursday, Sept. 9, 2004, in Sugar Creek Station, Franklin. The Hutchinson Funeral Home in Oil City is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Saturday in The Derrick. Robert W. Blake, 67, of Strattanville, Clarion County, died at 12:55 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, 2004, in Clarion Hospital. Born July 16, 1937, in Clearfield County, he was the son of Willis F. and Helen Kitchen Blake. Mr. Blake was a mechanic and for the past 32 years, he owned and operated the Baits Shop in Strattanville. He was a member of the Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall in Shippenville. Mr. Blake was married Dec. 31, 1954, to the former Audrey Beers, who survives. Also surviving are three sons, Robert J. Blake and wife, Sharla, of New Bethlehem, Gary L. Blake and wife, Tammy, and Terry W. Blake and wife, Rebecca, all of Strattanville; one daughter, Lou Ann Krouse and husband, Allen, of Strattanville; and seven grandchildren. He also is survived by one sister, Charlotte Zellefrow of Rimersburg. In addition to his parents, Mr. Blake was preceded in death by a sister, Meriam Jones, and twin infant brothers. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday in the Charles D. Alcorn Funeral Home, Hawthorn. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with Ken Gray of the Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall, officiating. Interment will be in Strattanville Cemetery, Clarion County. Edna Mae Wood Gharing, 84, formerly of 17 Chestnut St., Oil City, a lifelong resident of Oil City, died at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, 2004, at 908 Innis St. after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Gharing had resided at the home of her daughter, Janet Wagner, for the past nine months. Born Aug. 17, 1920, in Oil City, she was the daughter of Warren E. and Myrtle I. Goodman Stewart. Mrs. Gharing had worked for the railroad, as well as cleaning houses, Crestview Apartments and the Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed the Salvation Army, her cats, caring for her family and giving to the less fortunate. Mrs. Gharing first was married to Fred V. Davis, who preceded her in death. Next she married John J. Wood, also deceased, and last was married to Orla G. Gharing, who preceded her in death. Surviving are a son, John E. Wood and wife, Bonnie, of Clintonville; two daughters, Janet L. Wagner and husband, Timothy J., of Oil City, with whom she made her home, and Diana M. Wood of Franklin. Also surviving are her beloved grandchildren, Angie Ralph and husband, Dale, of Oil City; Robert, Mindi and Benjamin Aikins of Franklin; Philip Wagner and companion, Connie Confer, Joseph Wagner and companion, Candace Heckathorn, Shannon Wagner and companion, Ken Schubert, and Jennifer Wagner, all of Oil City; Tammarah Davis of Roswell, Ga.; John Wood of Oil City; and Zina Puckett and husband, Tom, of Salt Lake City, Utah; and numerous great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husbands, she was preceded in death by a son, Richard V. Davis; a daughter, Patty A. Finnefrock; a grandson, Michael E. Wood; a brother, Glenn Stewart; and a sister, Mary "Betty" Milner. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 8 p.m. Sunday in the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home with the Rev. Ronald C. Bole, Hospice minister, officiating. Interment will be in Rynd Farm Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the VNA Hospice. William P. Martin, 67, of 333 Second Ave., Rocky Grove, died at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, 2004, in UPMC Northwest, Franklin, following a long illness of progressive Supranuclear Palsy. Born May 28, 1937, in Tidioute, he was the son of Raymond K. and Helen Levine Martin. He was a 1955 graduate of Franklin High School. Mr. Martin was employed by the Chicago Pneumatic Tool Co. for 28 years. He then drove bus for Bakers Transportation, and from 1988 until his retirement in 1998 he worked for the U.S. Postal Service as a rural mail carrier in Shippenville. He bowled for many years, his last league being the Friday Night Men's League in Seneca. Mr. Martin enjoyed hunting, traveling and spending time with his family and his dog, Toby. He was married Dec. 7, 1957, to the former Linel R. Renfrew, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, William B. Martin and wife, Pam, and Stephen D. Martin, all of Rocky Grove; and four grandchildren, Daniel Martin, Alexa Martin, Kathryn Martin and Joseph Martin, all of Rocky Grove. Mr. Martin was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Robert L. Martin and John K. Martin. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Ronald Bole, Hospice chaplain, officiating. Interment will be in Franklin Cemetery. The family suggests donations be made to the Venango County Nursing Association Hospice Program, 176 E. Bissell Ave., Oil City, 16301; or the Venango County Area Agency on Aging Meals Program, 1283 Liberty St., Franklin, 16323. Lester Milton Smith, 86, of 21 Adams St., Franklin, died at 6:20 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2004, in UPMC Northwest, Franklin. Born Oct. 1, 1918, in Union City, he was the son of Ruben Lester and Nina Mae Kelly Smith. He was a veteran of World War II. Mr. Smith retired in 1980 as a production shearer from Franklin Steel after more than 32 years of service. He was a member of the Allegheny Wesleyan Methodist Church. Mr. Smith enjoyed hunting. He was married Dec. 16, 1946, to Margaret Catherine Haylett, who survives. Also surviving are four children, Lester Ray Smith at home, Mrs. James (Margaret May) Sloss of Easley, S.C., Mrs. Robert (Patricia Kay) Lowrie of Franklin and Mrs. Donald (Janet Fay) Ross of Pelzer, S.C.; eight grandchildren, Brian M. Sloss, Robert J. Lowrie, Jason M. Lowrie and Jennifer K. Jarzenske, all of Franklin, Valarie A. Sloss of Sebring, Ohio, Christopher A. Lowrie of Carlton, Dawn M. Ross of Pendleton, S.C., and Donald E. Ross II of Pelzer, S.C.; and 13 great-grandchildren. He also is survived by one brother, Edward Lee Smith of Lincolnville; and four sisters, Mildred Fletcher of Erie, Nina Mae Eckridge of Florida and Irene Proper and Lucille Gibbs, both of Union City. In addition to his parents, Mr. Smith was preceded in death by four brothers, Otis, Oliver, Clyde and Max Smith; and two sisters, Bessie Thomas and Minnie Wright. 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. Saturday in The Caring Place with the Rev. Jonathan Bell, pastor of the Allegheny Wesleyan Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Millcreek Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the VNA Foundation, 176 E. Bissell Ave., Oil City, 16301. R. Byron "By" Smith, 71, of Clarion, formerly of Bethel Park, died at 9:35 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, 2004, in Beverly Healthcare-Shippenville, where he had been a resident since May 2003. Born April 10, 1933, in Pottstown, he was the son of the late Paul C. and Anna Frantz Smith. He was a 1951 graduate of Abington High School and was a 1955 graduate of Lehigh University with a bachelor of science degree in industrial engineering. Mr. Smith joined the Leeds & Northrup Co. in sales in June 1955. During his tenure of 35 years with the company, he carried the position of district manager of the North Jersey, Albany, N.Y., and Pittsburgh offices. He was an avid ham radio enthusiast, establishing contacts throughout the world. His call letters were W3OSE. Mr. Smith loved reading about the Civil War and made many trips to Gettysburg with his wife. He loved to spend time with his family, especially his two grandchildren. He was married in 1956 to Mary Ellen Lanks, who survives. Also surviving are three children, Bruce Bradford Smith of Atlanta, Ga., David Byron Smith of Dormont and Barbara Ellen Smith Funk and husband, Eric, of Marianne Estates; and two grandchildren, Jessica and Eric Funk Jr. of Marianne Estates. He also is survived by three sisters and their husbands, Nancy Joy and John Hendricks of Vero Beach, Fla., Carole Ann and Greg Carlson of Quakertown and Janice Eileen and Ken Onsa of Doylestown. Friends may call from 2 p.m. until the time of funeral services at 4 p.m. Saturday in the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home, Wood Street, Clarion. Pastor Randy L. Evans, Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice Chaplain, will officiate Interment will follow in the Clarion Cemetery with a white balloon lift to commemorate his joining of the Lord and glorious entrance to heaven. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice. Lenora J. Walbourn, 87, of 482 Pone Lane, Franklin, died at 3:55 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2004, in Sugar Creek Station, Franklin. Born March 6, 1917, she was the daughter of David and Nora Stuart Hummel. She graduated from Cranberry High School. Mrs. Walbourn was retired in 1981 from Polk Center after 17 years of service. She attended the Congress Hill Church of God. Mrs. Walbourn enjoyed playing cards, crocheting and her grandchildren. She was married Sept. 3, 1938, to John H. Walbourn, who died Feb. 27, 1995. Surviving are three sons, Barry L. Walbourn of Asheboro, N.C., Darryl K. Walbourn of New Castle and Rick A. Walbourn of Franklin; six grandchildren, Stacy Walbourn, Tami Sari and Leigh Ann Walbourn, all of Franklin, Melanie Walbourn of New Castle, Douglas Tarn of Moore Haven, Fla., and Christopher Walbourn of Asheboro, N.C. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Walbourn was preceded in death by a son, John H. Walbourn Jr. Friends may call from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home with the Rev. Rob Guy, chaplain of The Caring Place, officiating. Interment will follow in the Franklin Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be made to Sugar Creek Station, 351 Causeway Drive, Franklin, 16323. Leola K. Whitman, 99, died at 2:50 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2004, in Sugar Creek Station, Franklin, where she had been residing. Born Dec. 25, 1904, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Lynn K. and Grace L. Koonse Goodspeed. Mrs. Whitman moved with her family at an early age to Dunkirk, N.Y., where she graduated from high school. Her family returned to Franklin in 1921. She served as jury commissioner in Venango County for several years. She was a county auditor for eight years and was the registrar of births and deaths in Franklin from 1969 until 1973. Mrs. Whitman had attended the Warden Chapel United Methodist Church. She and her sister started Sunday schools in several local churches. Mrs. Whitman was married April 25, 1922, to Samuel B. Whitman, who died Sept. 16, 1975. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Whitman was the last surviving member of her immediate family. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Mrs. Lawrence (Maryetta) Wheeling; and two brothers, William M. Goodspeed and Homer A. Goodspeed. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. John R. Gamble, pastor of the Congress Hill Church of God, officiating. Interment will follow in Lupher Chapel Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.

Betty Louise Jones Lee, Seneca Betty Louise Jones Lee, 71, of Seneca, died Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2004, at her residence following a lingering illness. Born Sept. 11, 1932, in Clarion, she was the daughter of William and Minnie Ambrose Jones. Mrs. Lee worked at Grandview Nursing Home and retired from Foster Forbes in Rouseville. She was a member of the Seneca Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. Mrs. Lee enjoyed playing bingo, her cockatiels and visiting her family in Michigan. She was married in 1949 to Paul B. Lee, who died in 1982. Surviving are two sons, Paul W. Lee and wife, Ellen, of Seneca and Robert E. Lee and wife, Laura, of Franklin; four grandchildren, Laurie Heber and husband, Jay, of Oil City, Loni Lee and wife, Katrina, of Seneca, Amanda Sharrar of Franklin and Stacey Lemke and husband, Chris, of Franklin; and 11 great-grandchildren. She also is survived by her longtime companion, James Kluck of Seneca; her stepmother, Helen Jones of Michigan; two brothers, Robert C. Jones and wife, Bonnie, of Michigan and Jack Jones of California; three stepsisters, Mistell Smith of Columbia City, Ind., Ramona Carmoney of Charlotte, Mich., and Rhonda Galvin of Coldwater, Mich.; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Lee was preceded in death by a younger sister, Peggy; and two brothers, Walter and William. There will be no visitation. Interment will be in Cedarview Memorial Cemetery, Strattanville, at the convenience of the family. The family suggests memorials be made to a charity of one's choice. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Larry T. Cribbet, 312 Washington Ave., Oil City Eileen A. Hartman, 7 E. Second St., Oil City Phyllis Sheffer Lineman, Ocala, Fla., formerly of Oil City James E. Nixon, Tampa, Fla., formerly of Rouseville Reita M. Pay, Marienville Michael Kent Pride, 318 W. Third St., Oil City Berniece K. Rapp, Erie, Fryburg native Almeda K. Simpson, Summerville Reynold M. "Ren" Stoltz, Titusville Larry T. Cribbet, 62, of 312 Washington Ave., Oil City, died at 10:36 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 28, 2004, in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, following a short illness. Born Jan. 2, 1942, in Georgetown, Ohio, Brown County, he was the son of the late Clark W. and Mary E. Watson Cribbet. Mr. Cribbet was educated in the Georgetown Area Schools. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving from July 17, 1962, to July 3, 1965. Mr. Cribbet was a truck drive for Commercial Lovelace of Ohio. He was a Christian. Mr. Cribbet enjoyed NASCAR and fishing. He was a member of the PNA. Surviving are his spouse, Kathryn Aites Cribbet of Oil City; five children, Denise, Rickie, Dawn and Amy, all of Ohio, and Julie Cribbet of Oil City. He also is survived by two brothers, Marvin Cribbet and Kenny Cribbet, both of Ohio; and a sister, Sonja Mize of Ohio. There will be no viewing or visitation. A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday in the Reinsel Funeral Home with Pastor Jeffory Buechner, Labourers of the Harvest Ministry of Oil City, officiating. Interment will take place in Rockland Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the funeral home to help defray funeral expenses. Eileen A. Hartman, 86, of 7 E. Second St., Oil City, died at 11:51 a.m. Monday, Sept. 6, 2004, in UPMC Northwest, Franklin. Born Dec. 30, 1917, in Oil City, she was the daughter of William Joseph and Frances Rudy Gegogeine. Mrs. Hartman was a 1938 graduate of Oil City High School. She worked for 19 years in the Dietary Department of the Oil City Hospital. Mrs. Hartman was a member of the Rouseville United Methodist Church and attended the First Presbyterian Church in Oil City. She was a member and past worthy matron of the Order of Eastern Star. She enjoyed crafts, spiritual music, Christmas and the spirit of giving. On Aug. 10, 1946, she married Jack D. Hartman, who died March 21, 1983. Surviving are a son, P. Michael Hartman of Polk; a daughter, Cheryl Hartman of Oil City; and five grandchildren, Kerri Smayda and Tyler Smayda of Oil City, Matthew Cook, Morgan Eileen Hartman and Stephen Patrick Hartman, all of Rocky Grove. She also is survived by one brother, Glenn Gegogeine of Reno; and two sisters, Mabel Urey and Phyllis Stover, both of Oil City. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, William Gegogeine; and two sisters, Frances Hoffman and Shirley Bumbaugh. Friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday in the Morrison Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Joseph E. Filer IV, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in Rynd Farm Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial be made to the American Cancer Society. Phyllis Sheffer Lineman, 84, of Ocala, Fla., a former Oil City resident, died Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2004, in Atlanta, Ga., following a lingering illness. Born June 29, 1920, in Van, she was the daughter of Warren and Izora Ziegler Sheffer. She was a 1938 graduate of Cranberry High School where she was valedictorian. Her daughter, Eleanor, and grandson, Travis, achieved this same honor at their graduations. Mrs. Lineman attended Welch's Business College in Oil City and worked in Franklin for the Kalamazoo Stove Co. In 1941, she married her Sunday school teacher, Nelson "Nels" Lineman, who died in 1996. They were active members of Grace United Methodist Church. Mrs. Lineman began work in 1959 as a secretary for Boyd Conrad Real Estate and for Brennan Breene Insurance Co. Following retirement, she and her husband, moved to Ocala, Fla., which she dearly loved. Surviving are her daughter, Eleanor Lewis and husband, Robert, of Roswell, Ga.; her son, Lynn Lineman of Vero Beach, Fla.; two grandsons, Travis Lewis and wife, Marya, of Atlanta, Ga., and Kyle Lineman of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; and a great-grandson, Nathan Lewis of Atlanta. She also is survived by her brother, Merle Sheffer, and wife, Patricia, of Seneca. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Lineman was preceded in death by her younger sister, Erma, in 1937; her father, Warren Sheffer, in 1968; and her mother, Izora Sheffer in 1981. There will be no viewing. Interment will be in the Heckathorn Cemetery, Venango County. Memorials may be made to her daughter's ministry, Big Dream Ministries, Inc., P.O. Box 862006, Marietta, Ga., 30062-0001, which is producing a video Bible study called "The Amazing Collection - The Bible for Women Book by Book." James E. Nixon, 74, of Tampa, Fla., formerly of Rouseville, died Saturday, Aug. 28, 2004, after a long battle with lung cancer. Born July 2, 1930, in Rouseville, he was the son of James and Gertrude Nixon. He was a graduate of Oil City High School. Mr. Nixon joined the Navy in 1948 and served in China, Japan, Malaya and the Philippines. He worked at Oil Well in Oil City and Koppers before moving to Florida. While living in Florida, he worked at a chemical plant. Mr. Nixon enjoyed going to the dog track with his special friend, Marshall. He first was married to Ethel Brink and they had four children: Mike and wife, Annette, of Jacksonville, Fla., Andy and wife, Debbie, and Pat John and wife, Robin, all of Tampa, Fla., and Sandra and husband, Ron, of Maryland. He was married to Mary Webb, who survives, along with two sisters, Crissie Voisin of Titusville and Mae Gegogeine of Oil City; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and three stepsons. Interment was in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Reita M. Pay, 78, of Marienville, died Tuesday morning, Sept. 7, 2004, at her home following a lingering illness. Born March 19, 1926, near Uniontown, she was the daughter of Paul David and Stella Wilson Guthrie. During World War II, Mrs. Pay worked as a welder in the manufacture of Good Year Blimps and later worked at a laundry business in Akron, Ohio. Mrs. Pay was married Oct. 26, 1946, to Ronald Pay, who survives. Also surviving are one daughter, Diane Freas of Akron, Ohio; four grandchildren, Randy and Heather Freas and David and Kim Pay; five great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Ing; her dog, Bayb; and a special caregiver, Theresa. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Pay was preceded in death by a son, Paul Pay; one brother, Willis Guthrie; and one sister, Vernice Secen. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday in the Ronald McDonald Funeral Home, Marienville. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Randy Evans, chaplain of the Visiting Nurses Hospice Program, officiating. Interment will be in North Forest Cemetery, Marienville. Michael K. Pride, 65, of 318 W. Third St., Oil City, died at 5:36 p.m. Monday, Sept. 6, 2004, in UPMC Northwest, Franklin, following a short illness. Born April 3, 1939, in Morgantown, W.Va., he was the son of the late Charles and Christinia Goeff Pride. He was raised and education in the Morgantown area. Mr. Pride was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving from Oct. 3, 1956, through April 7, 1960, with duty in England and Spain. He worked for Burns Security of Pittsburgh for more than 15 years. Mr. Pride was a Christian. He was a sports fan who enjoyed all college sports, the Steelers, the Pirates and West Virginia University football. Mr. Pride first was married to Carolyn West of Morgantown and she died in 1966. He later married the former Betty Cunningham Wright and she died July 6, 2004. Surviving are three children, Sherry Sweitzer and husband, Howard, of Oil City, Lydia Szyjka and husband, Frank, of Wilmington, Del., and Michael Pride of Lakeland, Fla.; three stepdaughters, Mary Anne Shirey and husband, Chuck, and Peggy Ritchey and husband, Merle, all of Oil City, and Tammy Pfeuffer and husband, Wayne, of Franklin; seven grandchildren, Joseph M. Benoit, Carolyn Benoit, Melissa Benoit, David Sweitzer, Howard Sweitzer, Mae Shirey and Michael Pride; and one great-grandchild, Caitlin Benoit. He also is survived by a brother and his wife, William and Sandra Pride of Syracuse; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Ruth. Friends will be received from 4 p.m. until the time of services at 6 p.m. today in the Reinsel Funeral Home. Committal services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice. Berniece K. Rapp, 79, an Erie resident for 50 years, formerly of Fryburg, died Saturday, Sept. 4, 2004, in St. Vincent Health Center, Erie. Born Dec. 7, 1924, in Fryburg, she was the daughter of Thomas and Ethel Hale McCauley. Mrs. Rapp was married for 59 years to Joseph D. Rapp, who survives. Also surviving are two children, Joseph Rapp Jr. of Jacksonville, Fla., and Betty Button of Erie; three grandchildren, Chandra Light and husband, Marty, and Dana McIntire and husband, Michael, all of Erie, and Damien Rapp and wife, Kim, of Shaw Air Force Base, S.C.; and three great-grandchildren, Austin Willey, Mackenzie Light and Broderick McIntire. She also is survived by one brother, Henry McCauley and wife, Frances, of Oil City. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Rapp was preceded in death by one brother, Joseph McCauley. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. today in St. James Roman Catholic Church, Erie. Interment will be in St. Michael Cemetery, Fryburg. Memorial contributions may be made to St. James Grade School Scholarship Endowment Fund, 2635 Buffalo Road, Erie, 16510. The Dusckas Funeral Home Inc., East, 2607 Buffalo Road, Erie, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences can be sent to visit www.icgerie.com. Almeda K. Simpson, 65, of Summerville, died Sunday morning, Sept. 5, 2004, in Meadville Medical Center. Reynold M. "Ren" Stoltz, 48, of 10843 Pastorius Road, Titusville, died of a heart attack at his home Monday afternoon, Sept. 6, 2004. Born Nov. 29, 1955, in Oil City, he was the son of Shirley Hunter Stoltz and the late Jack Stoltz. Mr. Stoltz was a 1973 graduate of Cranberry High School where he was a member of the physical fitness team throughout high school and also was a member of the wrestling team. Following graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, entering the service July 6, 1973, at Cranberry. He served aboard the USS Dixon in San Diego, Calif., until his honorable discharge July 7, 1976. He than served in the U.S. Naval Reserve until 1979. Mr. Stoltz had been employed at Sears in Cranberry as a service technician for 20 years. In 1997, he started his own business, Stoltz Appliance Repair. While operating his own business, he continued to subcontract with Sears for furnace installations. In 1999 he changed his business to Stoltz Heating & Cooling. He was a member of the Titusville First Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder, deacon and usher and was a Sunday school teacher. He volunteered his repair skills for many of the church's needs. Mr. Stoltz played in the Titusville Softball League as well as the Oil City 35 & Over Men's Softball League. He enjoyed hunting, water skiing, exercising and spending time with his family. Mr. Stoltz was married in St. Stephen Church, Oil City, Sept. 4, 1982, to the former Nancy Breene, who survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Lindsey, Allison and Jacqueline Stoltz, all at home; his mother, Shirley Stoltz of Cranberry; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, M.B. and Louise Breene of Oil City; two brothers and their wives, Jeffrey and Susan Stoltz of Eidson, Tenn., and Philip Oscar and Debbie Stoltz of Emlenton; and two sisters and their husbands, Sally and Ted Williams of Seneca and Leslie and Scott Camden of Oil City. He also is survived by the following sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Patricia Breene Hipkins and husband, Lloyd, of Newport, Va., Mary Breene Smith of Denver, Colo., Catherine Breene Levine and husband, John, of Moon Township, Tom Breene and wife, Colleen, of Oil City and Brennan Breene of Bridgeville; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, Mr. Stoltz was preceded in death by a sister, Jacquelynn Stoltz; and a nephew, Matthew Stoltz. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Titusville First Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Barry E. Cressman, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Brandon Cemetery, Cranberry. The family suggests memorials be made to the Titusville First Presbyterian Church, 216 N. Franklin St., Titusville, 16354.

Charles A. Gillette, Venice, Fla., formerly of Oil City Walter John Kaiser, 437 Township Line Road, Oil City Robert M. Meals, 3974 Deep Hollow Road, Oil City Charles A. Gillette, 66, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Oil City, died Sunday, Aug. 15, 2004, in Venice Hospital, Venice, Fla. Born Nov. 1, 1937, in Oil City, he was the son of Walter and Phyllis Huth Gillette. Following his graduation from Oil City High School, Mr. Gillette joined the U.S. Navy and served from 1956 to 1966, including two tours of Vietnam Mr. Gillette retired as a computer programmer for Alltel in Albany, N.Y., and then worked for Sears in Sarasota, Fla. He was an avid Steelers fan. Mr. Gillette was married Dec. 23, 1966, to Joyce A. Haines Myers of Venice. She survives. Also surviving are three sons, Lance D. Gillette of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Chris E. Myers of Franklin and Brian E. Myers of Titusville; two daughters, LeAnne R. Gillette Hengstler and Diane E. Myers Rehberg of Seneca; and seven grandchildren, Matthew D. Myers of Oil City, Julie S. Myers of Fort Myers, Fla., G. Nicholas Rehberg of Seneca, Mark E. Myers of Franklin, Joshua A. Myers of Titusville, Tyler E. Hengstler and Bryce A. Umstead of Seneca. He was preceded in death by his parents. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Inurnment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens, Cranberry. Walter John Kaiser, 68, of 437 Township Line Road, Oil City, died Thursday, Sept. 2, 2004, at his residence. Born Dec. 4, 1935, in Catskill, N.Y., he was a son of Walter Morris and Klasina Catharina TerVeen Kaiser. Mr. Kaiser had worked as a welder at Joy Manufacturing prior to operating a septic tank cleaning business. He enjoyed model airplanes, fishing, raising Pomeranians and his grandchildren. Mr. Kaiser was a member of Heckathorn United Methodist Church. On April 26, 1977, he married the former Jeannette Franklin, who survives. Also surviving are a son, Walter Mark Kaiser and wife, Gerry, of Templeton; a daughter, Susan King and husband, Les, of Oil City; five grandchildren, Lisa Mook, Fred Mook, Alexis King, Sarah Kaiser and Matthew Kaiser, all of Oil City; and several stepgrandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. Mr. Kaiser was preceded in death by his parents. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Pat Ellis, pastor of Heckathorn United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Heckathorn Cemetery. Robert M. Meals, 77, of 3974 Deep Hollow Road, died at 7:55 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2004, in the Transitional Care Unit of UPMC Northwest, Oil City. Born Sept. 5, 1926, in Argentine, Pa., he was the son of Sam and Alice Greer Meals. He was a veteran of World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War and served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 until 1966. Mr. Meals had been employed as a construction worker and meat cutter. He was a member of the Jesse G. Greer Post No. 1835 VFW for more than 40 years, served as commander for seven years and held many offices in the post. He currently was serving as a trustee. Mr. Meals was married Aug. 3, 1980, to Sara Umstead Gregory, who died Feb. 10, 2004. Surviving are five stepchildren, Dorothy L. Legler of Oil City, Beverly A. Mercado of Chicago, Ill., Christina J. Howard and companion, Richard McGinnis Jr., of Franklin, Richard W. Gregory and wife, Elsa, of Utica and Kenneth E. Gregory of Franklin; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. He also is survived by his stepmother, Maxine Meals of Ridgway; and two brothers, Merle Meals of Lady Lake, Fla., and Wesley Meals of Ridgway. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Meals was preceded in death by a brother, James Meals. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Oak Hill United Methodist Church with the Rev. Bonnie F. King, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to the Jesse Greer Post 1835 VFW, 411 Ninth St., Franklin, 16323.

Olin A. Altman, Gravelick Road, Leeper Dennis E. Brown, Bruin, formerly of Foxburg Eileen Y. Fair, Perry Township near Parker Alyce L. Dorsett, Warren, formerly of Marienville Roy J. "Bud" Johnston, formerly of 204 Second Ave., Rouseville Eugene A. "Bud" Long, Emlenton Reva M. McDevitt, 10 Arbor Circle, Franklin Virginia S. Robinson, Meadville, formerly of Cochranton Phyllis Ann Bedzyk Vernum, Seneca Richard Edward Vernum, 141 E. State Road, Seneca Leland G. "Lee" Wirtner, 3287 Bell Road, Emlenton Olin A. Altman, 70, of Gravelick Road, Leeper, died Sunday, Sept. 5, 2004, at his residence. Born in Clarington Nov. 24, 1933, he was the son of Maurice William and Ada Fay Dunkle Altman. He was a Korean War veteran serving in the Army as a paratrooper. Mr. Altman worked as a laborer, carpenter and driller. He was of the Methodist faith. Mr. Altman was a member of the VFW and American Legion. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, loved being outdoors and enjoyed nature, finding mushrooms, nuts, berries and leeks. Mr. Altman was married March 21, 1956, to Shirley M. Sleppy, who survives. Also surviving are one daughter, Freda F. LaPier of Scotch Hill; four grandchildren, Christine O'Donnell, Michael Eck, Lurinda Clark and Mitchell Altman; and two great-grandchildren, Alexia LaPier and Nevaeh Hachter. Mr. Altman was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Timothy O. Altman, Feb. 22, 2004; and a sister, Phyllis Jane Altman Cassatt. He was preceded in death by his parents. There will be no visitation. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday in the Scotch Hill Cemetery with the Rev. Mark Hurst officiating. Interment will follow there. The Goble Funeral Home of Clarion is in charge of arrangements. Dennis E. Brown, 58, a resident of Bruin for the past 30 years, formerly of Foxburg, died at 12:50 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, 2004, at his residence after an extended illness. Born July 14, 1946, in Irwin Township, Venango County, he was the son of Earl M. and Dorothy J. Kirkham Brown. He was a 1964 graduate of A-C Valley School District in Foxburg. After graduation, Mr. Brown worked at the Parker Glass Plant and then served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam from Nov. 16, 1965, to Nov. 15, 1967. Mr. Brown retired in July 2002 from Indspec Chemical Co. in Petrolia after 32 years of service in the labor department. He was a life member and past commander of VFW Post 7073 in Parker and presently was junior vice commander in the VFW. Mr. Brown was of the Methodist faith. He was a member of the Bruin Bowling League, the Tri-County Men's League and the Petrolia Valley Men's Bowling League. He also was a member of Bruin Volunteer Fire Department. Mr. Brown enjoyed hunting and fishing. Prior to his son, Dustin, enlisting in the U.S. Air Force, they enjoyed micro-car racing as a hobby in the surrounding area. He was married Feb. 27, 1976, to Paulette K. "Polly" Bell, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Dennis "Rocky" Brown Jr. of Bruin and Dustin G. Brown with the U.S. Air Force in Kun Sun Air Force Base, Korea. He also is survived by four brothers-in-law, Gerald W. Bell of Chicora and Thomas A. Bell, James R. Bell and John W. Bell, all of Chicora RD 1, and a sister-in-law, Rebecca A. Bell of Bruin. Mr. Brown was preceded in death by his mother on Dec. 29, 1985, his father on Oct. 20, 1986, and an infant brother, Melvin. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Larry E. McKinley Funeral Home, 109 Emlenton St., Clintonville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Stephanie Thompson, pastor of Barkeyville United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Clintonville Methodist Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to the Hospice of Butler County, 267 Pittsburgh Road, Butler, 16001. Alyce L. Dorsett, 85, a resident of Warren Manor, Pleasant Township, Warren County, formerly of Marienville, died Sunday, Sept. 5, 2004, in Warren Manor. Born Nov. 27, 1918, she was the daughter of Charles and Bessie J. Hepinger Cussins. In her early years, Mrs. Dorsett worked at the Knox Glass Co. of Marienville and later was a home care aide for the Office of the Aging. She was a volunteer at the Snyder Memorial Home. Mrs. Dorsett was married Aug. 18, 1945, to Delmar E. Dorsett, who died Nov. 11, 1985. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Dennis (Jane Dorsett) Covert of Coraopolis; one son, Tim E. Dorsett and wife, Cindy, of Warren; five grandchildren, Kristian Covert of Sharpsville, Kayla Covert of Moon Township, Erin Dorsett Napolitan of Warren, Deana Dorsett of Carnegie and Cara Dorsett of Warren; and two great-granddaughters, Rylee and Taylor Napolitan of Warren. She also is survived by two sisters, Leora Silvis and Esther McDonald, both of Marienville. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Dorsett was preceded in death by an infant grandson, Jason Robert Covert, in August 1979; two brothers, Gerald Cussins and Nathan Cussins; and four sisters, Ruth Schrecengost, June Hulings, Doris Hetrick and Lenora Weber Mullin. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Ronald McDonald Funeral Home, Marienville. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Dan Richter officiating. Interment will be in North Forest Cemetery, Marienville. Eileen Y. Fair, 58, of Perry Township near Parker, died suddenly Friday afternoon, Sept. 3, 2004, of injuries sustained in a two-vehicle accident on Route 368 near Callensburg. Born Oct. 13, 1945, in Piney Township, Clarion County, she was the daughter of Richard and Helen Johnson Best. She was a homemaker and enjoyed attending yard sales and spending time with her family. She was of the United Methodist faith. Surviving are one daughter, Joanie Pugh of Knox; three sons, Robert Pugh of Sandy Lake and Patrick Pugh and Wesley "Wes" Fair, both of Dutch Hill; and eight grandchildren. She also is survived by two sisters, Shelby Wolfe of West Freedom and Mrs. Terry (Sue) Deitz of Sligo; two brothers, Mike Best of Parker and Jessie Best of Rimersburg; and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her longtime companion, Russell Wyant. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today in the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home, Wayne Street, Parker, with the Rev. Lonny Wolford, pastor of the Park Hill Church of God, officiating. Interment will be in Mount Zion Cemetery near Callensburg. Roy J. "Bud' Johnston, 83, formerly of 204 Second Ave., Rouseville, died at 4:10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 5, 2004, in the Oil City Presbyterian Home where he had resided for the past several years. Born Nov. 26, 1920, in DuBois, he was the son of Roy R. and Anna W. Tattersol Johnston. He was a graduate of DuBois High School. Upon graduating from high school, he went on to play semi-pro football until an injury ended his career. Mr. Johnston was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps with duty in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations. He had been employed for 37 years by the United Natural Gas Co., which later became National Fuel Gas. He retired in 1982 as a sub-foreman from the Mars plant. Upon returning to Oil City after his retirement, he worked as a guard for Allied Security. Mr. Johnston was a life member of the DuBois VFW and Military Order of Cooties and was a past commander. He also was a life member of the Fourth Ward Hose Co. No. 4 Fire Department in DuBois. He was a 35-year member of the American Legion Post No. 0787 in Mars. He enjoyed hunting, watching high school sports, especially football, and being around family and friends. Mr. Johnston was married in Oil City Aug. 14, 1950, to the former Mabel E. Dunkel of Oil City. She survives. Also surviving are a daughter and husband, Linda and Matthew Sargent of Rouseville; two grandchildren, Melissa Sargent of Rouseville and Matthew Sargent and wife, Kelly, of Maryland; three great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Jennifer and Matthew Sargent of Maryland; and several aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Johnston was preceded in death by a sister. H. June Hess; and a brother, James H. Johnston. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Reinsel Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. John Boor, pastor of the Rouseville United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in Grove Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Rouseville Volunteer Fire Department or to the Oil City Presbyterian Home. Eugene A. "Bud" Long, 78, of Emlenton, a longtime Emlenton businessman, died at 5:25 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 5, 2004, in Beverly Healthcare-Shippenville. Born Jan. 8, 1926, in New Kensington, he was the son of John Albert and Maude Rae Sutton Long. He was a 1944 graduate of Emlenton High School. Mr. Long was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He and his wife owned and operated Long's Cleaners in Emlenton for more than 40 years. He retired in 1995. Mr. Long had been a member of the Odd Fellows. He was involved in Boy Scouts in the Emlenton area for many years. He enjoyed bowling and golfing and was a sports enthusiast. Mr. Long was a member of Emlenton Presbyterian Church. He was married in Muscogee, Okla., Feb. 3, 1945, to Grace Marie Hindman, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Charles Albert Long and wife, Dorothy, of Crosby and John William Long of Parker; a daughter-in-law, Bonnie J. Long of Parker; eight grandchildren, Melissa Lee Long, Wendy Marie Kaziska, Jessica Louise Long, Mandy Marie Bittinger, Megan Jane Long, Melinda Ann Long, Jacob Michael Long and Connie Margaret Long; and six great-grandchildren, Matthew James Kaziska, Justin Charles Kaziska, Ashley Michelle Kaziska, Lacy Marie Martin, Jaren Bittinger and Aven Bittinger. He also is survived by a brother, Albert Dale Long of Waterloo, Ala.; and a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, Mr. Long was preceded in death by three sisters, Thelma Long Hawk, Althea Long Booth and Roberta Long Antill. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Hile Fuenral Home Inc., 1204 Kerr Ave. at Walnut Street, Emlenton. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Lori Danielson, pastor of Emlenton Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in Emlenton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Emlenton Area Ambulance Service or Emlenton Fire Department. Reva M. McDevitt, 61, of 10 Arbor Circle, Franklin, died at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 3, 2004, in The Caring Place, Franklin. Born Sept. 9, 1942, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Grover and Dora Mae DeLong Shoffstall. Mrs. McDevitt worked at various restaurants in Florida and McDonald's in Franklin as a service worker. Surviving are four brothers, Grover A. Shoffstall of Franklin, Richard Shoffstall of Plant City, Fla., Lawrence Shoffstall of Franklin and Donald Shoffstall of Columbus, Ohio; and three sisters, Pauline Shorts, Mary Wentworth and Nancy Sires, all of Franklin. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Charlie Shoffstall. There will be no viewing or service. Interment will be in Old Sandy Cemetery. The Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home handled arrangements. Virginia S. Robinson, 93, a resident of Cordia Commons, Meadville, for nine years, formerly of Cochranton, died Saturday, Sept. 4, 2004, in the Crawford County Care Center, Saegertown. Born Sept. 16, 1910, in Hobaker, she was the daughter of Leonodus and Harriet Atwell Sutton. She was a 1929 graduate of Rocky Grove High School and a 1930 graduate of Welch's Business College, Oil City. Mrs. Robinson worked as a bookkeeper at Reynolds Red & White in Franklin. She also was a homemaker. She was a member of Sugar Lake United Methodist Church and taught Bible studies at the church. Mrs. Robinson was married April 20, 1932, to Gerald Robinson, who died Oct. 5, 1992. Surviving are a son and wife, Gerald and Barbara Robinson of Poland, Ohio; eight grandchildren, Jay Richard Robinson of Phoenixville, Richard Dewayne Robinson II of Raleigh, N.C., Teresa M. Peterson and husband, Bruce, and Tracy Carroll and husband, Kevin, all of Cochranton, Cindy Gouldsberry and husband, Rick, and Brian Robinson and wife, Beth, all of Poland, Ohio, Beth Bowen of Citrus Heights, Calif., and Bruce Robinson of North Highlands, Calif; 12 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She also is survived by a sister, Louise Reynolds of Dallas, Texas. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Robinson was preceded in death by two sons, Clifford and Richard Robinson. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. today in the Dickson Family Funeral Home Inc., 123 S. Franklin St., Cochranton. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. today in the funeral home with the Rev. James Hamilton, pastor of Sugar Lake United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Cochranton Cemetery. Condolences can be e-mailed to dicksonfuneralhome@alltel.net. Phyllis Ann Bedzyk Vernum, 50, of Seneca, died unexpectedly Sunday, Sept. 5, 2004, in Perry Township, Clarion County, Born Jan. 11, 1954, in Ambridge, she was the daughter of John and Lucille Bedzyk. She graduated from Ambridge High School and later from Penn State with a degree in nursing. Throughout her nursing career, Mrs. Vernum was employed with the Surgery & Laser Center in Seneca, Fritz Orthopedic Center in Franklin and the Clarion Hospital. Mrs. Vernum was a member of the Holy Ghost Orthodox Church in Ambridge. She enjoyed riding motorcycles and traveling. Surviving are her mother of North Carolina; two sons, Brian and Michael Pratt, both of Seneca; and a brother, John Bedzyk of North Carolina. She was preceded in death by her father in 1988. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Hile-Best Funeral Home, 2781 Route 257, Seneca, Cranberry Township. An orthodox blessing service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. William J. Evansky, pastor of the Holy Ghost Orthodox Church, Ambridge, officiating. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to a charity of one's choice. Richard Edward Vernum, 49, of 141 East State Road, Seneca, died Sunday, Sept. 5, 2004. Born Nov. 16, 1954, in Lake George, N.Y., he was the son of Helen Johnson Vernum. Mr. Vernum was employed for 27 years by Merisol in Rouseville. He was a member of the Titusville Aero Club and enjoyed traveling in his RV, riding his Harley and attending different rallies. Mr. Vernum was a loving father and grandfather. He was married to the former Phyllis Pratt Nov. 16, 1992, in Las Vegas, Nev. Surviving are two daughters, Heidi J. Hulsizer and husband, Joseph K., and Heather M. Schurg and husband, Walter E., and a granddaughter, Mackenzie J. Schurg, all of Oil City; and two stepsons, Brian Pratt and Michael Pratt, both of Seneca. He was preceded in death by his mother and two uncles. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the Morrison Funeral Home, 110 Petroleum St, Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Vernon Allison officiating. Interment will be in Lamey Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the Venango County Humane Society, 2724 Deep Hollow Road, Franklin, 16323. Leland G. "Lee" Wirtner, 69, of 3287 Bell Road, Emlenton, died at 5:10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 6, 2004, at his residence. Born March 14, 1935, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Cyril and Ruth Ryan Wirtner. He was a graduate of Oliver High School in Pittsburgh. Mr. Wirtner served with the U.S. Air Force in Germany and North Africa. He was employed as a letter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service in Erie from 1969 until his retirement in 1995. After his retirement, Mr. Wirtner moved with his family to the Emlenton area. Mr. Wirtner was married June 22, 1968, to the former RuthAnn Feltenberger, who survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Heidi Leanne Wirtner of Eau Claire; a brother, Jan C. Wirtner and wife, Theresa, of Erie; a brother-in-law, Dennis Feltenberger and wife, Anna Mae, of North East; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Hildagarde Wirtner. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Private funeral services will be held in the funeral home. Interment will be in the Catholic Cemetery in Patton.

Eileen Y. Fair, Parker Theola Lorraine Norcross, 20 Orchard Drive, Grove City, Dempseytown native Ronald W. Shaffer, Marienville Jean Tobin, 531 Wayne St., Corry, formerly of Oil City Eileen Y. Fair, 58, of Perry Township near Parker, died Friday afternoon, Sept. 3, 2004, of injuries suffered in a car accident on Route 368 near Callensburg. The H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home of Parker is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The Derrick. Theola Lorraine Norcross, 78, of 20 Orchard Drive, Grove City, died at 11:49 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, 2004, at Orchard Manor. Born Oct. 3, 1925, in Dempseytown, she was a daughter of Harry Lewis and Sadie Mildred Whitling Morrison. Mrs. Norcross was a homemaker. She was a member of the Franklin Seventh Day Adventist Church. She was married Oct. 10, 1949, to Albert D. Norcross, who preceded her in death Aug. 13, 1999. Surviving are 11 children, John Dwight Bashline and his wife, Barb, of Flushing, Ohio, Lester Franklin Bashline of Wheeling, Ohio, Norman Dale Norcross and his wife, Sandy, of Jupiter, Fla., Marvin Lewis Norcross and his wife, Angela, and John Albert Norcross, all of Oil City, Charles James Norcross of Northampton, Gerald Kenneth Norcross of Reno, Mildred Esther Stevenson and her husband, Stan, of California, Leora Irene Cogswell of Fort Collins, Colo., Rachel Darlene Roxberry of Titusville and Theola Lorraine McLean of Clarion. Survivors also include 29 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and a sister, Thelma McKown of Franklin. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Shawna Norcross and Tammy Cogswell; and a great-grandchild, Logan Fair. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and Sunday at the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home, 1315 Chestnut St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Perry Jennings of the Columbus Seventh Day Adventist Church officiating. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens. Ronald W. Shaffer, 69, of Marienville, died Friday, Sept. 3, 2004, at his home. Born Jan. 26, 1935, in Sigel, he was a son of the late Russell M. Shaffer and Angeline M. Miller Shaffer. Mr. Shaffer worked for 30 years at the Marienville Glass Plant and 15 years at Baughman's Market in Marienville. He enjoyed hunting and liked square dancing, clogging and dancing the Charleston. He was married March 26, 1959, to Joann Zimmerman, who survives. Also surviving are a son, Scott Shaffer of Marienville; a daughter, Kimberly D. and her husband, Dan Lamison, of Marienville; and a grandson, Justin D. Lamison of Marienville. Survivors also include his mother, Angeline Shaffer of DuBois; seven sisters, Ruth Schall of Waterford, Jane Hays of Coudersport, Eileen Shaffer of New York, N.Y., Eydie Davis of New Bethlehem, Marion Shaffer of Woodridge, Va., Kathy Buzzard of Brookville, and Jenny Massengill of Lake Superior, Wis.; and two brothers, Robert Shaffer of Hermitage and Clyde Shaffer of Warren. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the Ronald McDonald Funeral Home, Marienville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Dan Richter officiating. Interment will be in Parrett Farm Cemetery, Millstone Township, Elk County. Jean Tobin, 71 of 531 Wayne St., Corry, died Thursday, Sept. 2, 2004, in the Corry Manor Nursing Home. Born Sept. 7, 1932, in Patton, she was a daughter of the late Gordon and Josephine Delpire Patterson. As a young girl, Mrs. Tobin moved with her family to Oil City, where she was raised and educated. She graduated from Oil City High School in 1950. She moved to Corry in September 1961. Mrs. Tobin had worked at Quality Markets and the former Buyers Fair in Corry. Her main priority was raising and caring for her family. She and her husband spent winters in Ocala, Florida. Mrs. Tobin enjoyed crossword puzzles, reading, swimming, traveling and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, where she was a former member of the Altar and Rosary Society. She was married June 30, 1951, in Oil City, to Robert J. Tobin, who survives. Survivors also include two daughters, Debra A. Miles and her husband, David, of Ogden, Utah, and Catherine D. Hedlund and her husband, John, of Wheatfield, N.Y.; and four sons, William G. Tobin and his wife, Stephanie, of Lincoln University, John E. Tobin of Corry, Robert J. Tobin and his wife, Patricia, of Bel Air, Md., and James R. Tobin and his wife, Lindsay, of Mentor, Ohio. Also surviving are a sister, Victoria Carnes of Oil City; four brothers, Irvin Patterson and his wife, Sally, of Pleasantville, Gordon Patterson and his wife, Barbara, of Oil City, Richard Patterson and his wife, Rose, of Oil City, and David Patterson and his wife, Jane, of Salem, N.C.; 20 grandchildren, one great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Bracken Funeral Home, 315 N. Center St., Corry. A parish rosary service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. A prayer service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle Roman Catholic Church with the Rev. Thomas E. Brown as celebrant. Interment will be in St. Thomas Cemetery, Corry. The family suggests memorials be made to the St. Thomas School, 225 W. Washington St., Corry, 16407; or the Corry Regional Hospice, 612 W. Smith St., Corry, 16407.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: BEST Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/5UC.2ACE/1241 Message Board Post: Looking for info on William Best b. abt 1827 in Maine who m. Margaret GOULD on 15 Sept 1854 in Boston, MA. She was b. abt 1832.

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/1240.1 Message Board Post: I have a correction on Gertrude's mothers name. It was Edith Romaine Vaughn.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Mcginnis Taylor , Sager Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/GaB.2ACE/486.1 Message Board Post: I am seeking a Anne/Anna sager married to A William Mcginnis had children 1 Merle G Mcginnis DOB 4/1/1894 DOD 4/5/1969 burried at Alto Rest Cemetery.

I'm searching for the parents of a Margaret (Margarite) who married a Henry Snider/Snyder around 1860. Henry Snyder was in Winfield Twp, Butler County until 1858 or 1859 where he was listed as a single man. He and Margaret are listed in the 1860 Clarion County Census in Madison Twp., ages 30 and 22, with no children. They are also listed in the 1870 census with children: Franklin, Robert, Mary L, Gary (?), Anna B. Does anyone have any information on this family? Thank you! Pam Butler County

The PA-Roots server, which houses the Clarion County PAGenWeb site, suffered a catastrophic hardware failure on August 24, 2004. Some of the backups are not producing reliable results. If you posted anything -- e-mail, query, data, guestbook entry, etc. -- to the Clarion site between July 18 and August 24, please resubmit. www.pa-roots.com/~clarion/ If you haven't submitted anything in a while, there's no time like the present! Thanks! (Ms.) Billie R. McNamara Knoxville, TN Clarion County PAGenWeb Hostess since 1996

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/GaB.2ACE/583.1.1 Message Board Post: The PA Genweb had a major system crash a couple of weeks ago and is working at getting the system back up and running.