The Derrick, April 16, 2009: Twila Mae Barger, Bela Road, Parker Candace Pauline Cupples, Clarion Terence L. Domres, 5670 Route 322, Franklin Mildred Johnson, Stone House Road, Clarion Donna J. Mason, Golden Living Center, Shippenville, formerly of Oil City Kenneth Dean Simpson, Colerain Street, Sligo Jeannette Wyckoff Stalker, Hospice House, Shippenville Marjorie Ann Wike, Pinellas Park, Fla., formerly of Clarion and Leeper Pamela Crusan memorial scheduled Linda DeWoody memorial slated Twila Mae Barger, 78, of Bela Road, Parker, passed away suddenly of natural causes at 8:45 p.m. Tuesday, April 14, 2009, at at her home. Born May 6, 1930, in Conneration, Madison Township, Clarion County, she was the daughter of the late Perrie Guntrum and Della L. Peters Guntrum. She was married Jan. 10, 1948, in Parker, to Clair W. Barger, who survives. Mrs. Barger was a member of the Sligo Church of the Nazarene where she served on the church board as steward. She enjoyed baking pies and bread and doing day work for area residents . Mrs. Barger attended the Independence school. She also was employed at the Sligo General Store, Sligo Bakery, Rimersburg General Store and then retired from the office of the Southern Clarion County Development Authority. She had served as Democratic committeewoman in Toby Township, Clarion County for many years. She enjoyed her family and her granddaughters. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Barger is survived by four children, James C. Barger and his wife, Barbara, of Sligo, Kathryn M. Barger of Bela Rd. Parker, Carol A. Craig of Bela Rd., Parker, and Melvin J. Risinger Jr. and his wife, Lynn A., of Hillards, who she revered and loved as a son; two granddaughters, Jenny Lynn Barger of Sligo and Ashley Dawn Craig of Bela Rd., Parker; a brother, Russell King and his wife, Ruth, of Knox; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Zelma King of Huey; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Barger was preceded in death by two brothers, Walter King and Joseph King; and a sister, Doris Fair, on Nov. 3, 2008. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday and Friday at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg. Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. John Pannenton, pastor of the Sligo Church of the Nazarene, and the Rev. Louis Staubs, former pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Conneration. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Sligo Church of the Nazarene, PO Box 72, Sligo, 16255. Online condolences may be sent at www.hillisfuneralhome.com. Candace Pauline Reiter Cupples, 89, of Clarion passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2009, in Clarion. Born Aug. 18, 1919, in Troutville, she was the daughter of John and Besse (London) Reiter. She proudly graduated from Sykesville High School in 1936. She was married on July 19, 1939, to Raymond E. Cupples, Sr., her loving husband of 69 years, and he survives. They had two children, Raymond and Carol. Mrs. Cupples and her husband lived in Philadelphia for 31 years before returning to Clarion in 1974. In addition to being a loving wife, devoted sister and servant of God, she was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother whose spirit of strength of family will be missed. Mrs. Cupples was active in church activities at St. John's Lutheran in Folcroft, where she taught Sunday school for 24 years, and in the Lutheran Church Women at Grace Lutheran in Clarion, where she quilted for Lutheran World Relief and created stuffed animals for children treated at the Clarion Hospital emergency room. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, gardening and playing pinochle. She was also very active in the community. She was a volunteer educator for the Penn State Cooperative Extension, teaching sewing, dress making and fine tailoring. In addition she quietly operated a safe house for mothers and children in need, belonged to homemaker groups and the Limestone Township Fire Department auxiliary and was a seamstress. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Raymond Jr . and his wife, Bonnie, of Clarion; a daughter, Carol Cupples Smed and her husband, Jan, of Winter Springs, Fla; five grandchildren , Pauline Cupples, Amy C. Piquette (Nick), Christian Smed (Laura), Carrie C. Fiorina (John) and Susan S. Fitzhugh (Tim); seven great-grandchildren, Nichole, Evan, Jacob, Caroline, Sean, Owen and Will; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Goble Funeral Home, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in Grace Lutheran Church in Clarion with Pastor Harold O. Jacobson officiating. Interment will be held at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at Trinity Reformed Cemetery in Troutville. Online condolences may be sent to www.goblefh.net. Terence L. Domres, 52, of 5670 Route 322, Franklin, died at 3:20 p.m. Tuesday, April 14, 2009, at his home. Born Oct. 31, 1956, in Oil City, he was the son of Edward Domres and Violet Walbourn. He was married Feb. 14, 1997, to the former Joann Giguere, who survives. Mr. Domres was retired from South Florida Water Management where he worked as a heavy equipment operator. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Oil City, the Franklin Moose Club and the Oil City Men's Pool League. Mr. Domres enjoyed shooting pool, bowling and golfing. In addition to his wife, Mr. Domres is survived by his mother, Violet Surface, of Oil City; five children, Dakota Domres, Ryan Domres, Paige Domres and Amber Domres, all at home, and Jessica Domres of Lilitz; three grandchildren; and two brothers, Edward Domres and his wife, Trudy, of Oil City and Christopher Domres and his wife, Penny, of Franklin. Mr. Domres was preceded in death by his father, Edward Domres. Arrangements are being handled by the Gardinier Funeral Home Inc. of Franklin. Funeral services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Condolences may be sent online at www.gardinerfuneralhome.com. Mildred Johnson, 89, of Stone House Road, Clarion, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2009, at Golden Living Center in Clarion. Born June 13, 1919, in Clarion Township, she was the daughter of Harry Spare and Ethel Beatrice Noerr Cummings. She was married May 16, 1939, to Alfred Dallas Johnson, who survives. Mrs. Johnson was a homemaker. She attended Christian Missionary Alliance Church in Clarion. Mrs. Johnson enjoyed quilting, gardening and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Aldean Dehner of Strattanville; a son, Larry Johnson and his wife, Barbara, of Clarion; five grandchildren, Cheryl L. Brosius of Strattanville, Terry R. Dehner Jr. of Katy, Texas, Katherine M. Dehner of Tionesta, Tammy M. Himes of Emlenton and Tracy M. McGinnis of Strattanville; and 14 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Mary Dills of Clarion; and a brother, Edgar Cummings of New York. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Alda Dwyer; a brother, Wilber Cummings; and a son-in-law, Terry Dehner Sr. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion and from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday at New Rehoboth Greenville Presbyterian Church in Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at New Rehoboth Greenville Presbyterian Church in Clarion with the Rev. James Dietrich, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in New Rehoboth Greenville Presbyterian Church Cemetery. The family requests donations and memorials be made to New Rehoboth Greenville Presbyterian Church in Clarion. Online condolences may be sent at www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com. Donna J. Mason, 64, formerly of Pittsburgh and Oil City, died Wednesday, April 15, 2009, at Golden Living Center-Shippenville, where she had been a resident. Born Aug. 21, 1944, in Oil City, she was a daughter of the late Clarence and Clara Murray Mason. Donna had been a member of St. Joseph Church in Oil City. Ms. Mason is survived by a son, Grey Hodge of Newport News, Va.; a daughter, Rebecca Hnot Curran and her husband, Chris, of Mount Lebanon; a grandson, Spencer Curran of Mount Lebanon; a brother, Clarence "Sonny" Mason III and his wife, Dottie, of Edinboro; and two sisters, Shirley Mason Rodebaugh and her husband, Robert, of Van, and Helen Mason of Oil City. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Dick Mason; and a sister, Mary Jane Maziarz. Friends will be received from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday in the gathering place at St. Joseph Church in Oil City. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:15 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Church with Monsignor John Swoger, pastor, presiding. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City is in charge of arrangements. Kenneth Dean Simpson, 83, of Colerain Street, Sligo, passed away at 2:25 a.m. Wednesday April 15, 2009, at the Clarion Hospital, following a brief illness. Born March 15, 1926, in Sligo, he was a son of the late Seth A. Simpson and Mary V. Wiser Simpson. He was first married to Doris I. Dunkle, who died Jan. 1, 1981. Mr. Simpson was married June 20, 1992, in Sligo, to Bernice Louise Switzer, who survives. He was a member of the Sligo United Methodist Church and had attended Sligo schools. Mr. Simpson served with the U.S. Navy during World War II. He enjoyed walking and car rides. He was employed by Bracken Construction and the Boise Cascade Mobile Home plant, now Commodore Homes in Clarion, prior to his disability. In addition to his second wife, Mr. Simpson is survived by a daughter, Susan A. Lantelme and her husband, Barry K., of Rimersburg; two grandchildren, Jennica S. Lantelme of Charlotte, N.C. and Jeffrey K. Lantelme of Rimersburg; two step-sons, Ricky R. Hawk and his wife, Mary, of Fenelton and Reynold P. Hawk of Ocala, Fla.; five step-grandchildren, Ricky J. Hawk and his wife, Ange, of Rimersburg, Tammy L. Dunmyre and her husband, Terry L., of Fenelton, Paula J. Davis and her husband, Justin, of Roanoke, Va., Reynold P. Hawk Jr. of Roanoke, Va. and Suzanne Hawk of Ocala, Fla. He is also survived by nine step great-grandsons and three step great-granddaughters; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Lois Simpson of Sligo; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and first wife, Mr. Simpson was preceded in death by a brother, William Simpson; and four sisters, Ruth Rummel, Patricia Elder, Betty Bishop and Jennie Haun. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg. Funeral services wil be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Rick Russell, pastor of the Sligo United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in the Sligo Cemetery. Members of the Rimersburg American Legion and VFW will provide military honors at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sligo United Methodist Church, Sligo, 16255. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hillisfuneralhome.com. Jeannette Wyckoff Stalker, 96, of the Hospice House in Shippenville, died Wednesday, April 15, 2009, at the Hospice House. Born Aug. 24, 1912, in Buffalo, N.Y., she was a daughter of the late Lynn B. Wyckoff and Bess H. Wyckoff. She was married in 1941 to Mark Louis Stalker, who preceded her in death in 1989. Mrs. Stalker graduated from high school in Syracuse, N.Y., and from Oswego Normal School. She began her teaching career in Hudson, N.Y., with Altmar-Parish-Williamstown School District, where she taught junior high science for 14 years. Mrs. Stalker resided in Pulaski, N.Y., for 25 years where she and her husband began Stalker's Dairy. She was a member of Pulaski Congregational Church where she was a frequent Sunday school superintendent and teacher. She was also a member and past president of the Pulaski Historical Society, a 66-year member of Daughters of the American Revolution, a member of bridge club and she taught crafts with the Home Demonstration Program. After retirement, Mrs. Stalker moved to Rockport, Texas, with her husband. She was a member of the Rockport Presbyterian Church. She also volunteered at the local public library; Castaways, a community used goods program; and she tutored school children. After her husband died, Mrs. Stalker moved to Syracuse, N.Y. where she was a member of Rockefeller United Methodist Church and volunteered at the city hospital. She then moved to Shippenville to be closer to her daughter, Sylvia Stalker. Mrs. Stalker enjoyed being outdoors, camping, swimming, traveling, reading and knitting. Mrs. Stalker is survived by a sister, Sylvia Spencer Wyckoff of Cazenovia, N.Y.; and two daughters, Bess Kuzma and her husband, John, of Denver, Colo. and Sylvia Stalker of Clarion. There will be no funeral services. The Goble Funeral Home and Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be sent at www.goblefh.net. Marjorie Ann Wike, 69, of Pinellas Park, Fla., a former Clarion and Leeper resident, died unexpectedly April 14, 2009, at her home. Born April 5, 1940, in Leeper, she was the daughter of the late Charles Glosser and Ruby Shepardley Glosser. She was married April 30, 1960, to George Wike Jr., who preceded her in death Oct. 12, 2007. Marjorie and her husband moved to Pinellas Park in the spring of 2005. Mrs. Wike was a 1959 graduate of Keystone High School. After working for Clarion University Bakery part-time and having ownership of McKean Beverage, she retired to her pleasures of gardening and spending as much time with her children and grandchildren. Mrs. Wike attended weekly services with her family at St. Nicholas Church in Crates. Mrs. Wike is survived by a son, George Michael Wike and his wife, Marsha, of Waterford; four daughters, Tammy Summerville and her husband, Mike, of Cranesville, Sherry Wike of Labadie, Mont., Darlene Rupert and her husband, Rusty, of Pinellas Park, Fla. and Kimberly Vance and her husband, Kenny, of Pinellas Park, Fla.; three brothers, Charles Glosser of Argentina, Joseph Glosser of Emlenton and Donald Glosser of Annville; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Joan Elder. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Goble Funeral Home & Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday with Father William Laska officiating. Interment will follow in the Cedarview Memorial Park near Strattanville. Online condolences may be sent to www.goblefh.net. Pamela Crusan memorial scheduled A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Living Hope Family Church, 318 13th Street, Franklin, for Pamela Crusan. Pamela, 44, of 9 Crestview Drive, Apt. 103, Franklin, died April 1 at UPMC Northwest. Linda DeWoody memorial slated A memorial service to celebrate the life of Linda Ferol DeWoody, formerly of Cooperstown, will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Hile-Best Funeral Home Inc. on Route 257 in Seneca. Ms. DeWoody, 68, died Feb. 1, 2009, in Fort Worth, Texas. Ms. DeWoody's grandson, Pastor Jeremiah Barker, will officiate at the service. Interment will follow in Lamey Cemetery, Oakland Township, Venango County. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hilebest.com.

HI TMS1620:   I got the answer to my cemetery question. They are called the "twin" churches but the correct name of the cemetery is St. Paul's Union.   As for the Bests, I am originally from Jefferson County. Hubby's family has the "Best" name running through it. Also Schuckers, Calhouns, Andersons, etc.   My side is from Cameron County and Jefferson: Cox, Amatrone, Petruzzi, etc.   Mona --- On Mon, 4/13/09, TMS1620@aol.com <TMS1620@aol.com> wrote: From: TMS1620@aol.com <TMS1620@aol.com> Subject: Re: [PACLARIO] St. Paul's Cemeteries To: paclario@rootsweb.com Date: Monday, April 13, 2009, 12:35 AM Dear Friend, Don't know the answer to that but I am guessing they are the same because I have been to Wentling's corners?? and Knox and they are so close together as well as the Knox campground on I-80. Interested in the Best name as it falls in one of my branches.  Are you from Elk county or DuBois area?? Thanks... **************The Average US Credit Score is 692. See Yours in Just 2 Easy Steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1221621489x1201450100/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26h mpgID%3D62%26bcd%3DAprilAvgfooterNO62) ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to PACLARIO-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

The Derrick, April 15, 2009: Helen M. Barker, formerly of Hydetown and Southwoods Assisted Living Community Maurine Brewster Kapp, Sewickley, formerly of Oil City Norman "Butch" Keller, relative of local residents Robert Lovando Peck, 110 Moran St., Oil City, formerly of 331 Hasson Ave., Oil City Marjorie A. Wike, formerly of Clarion Helen M. Barker, 85, formerly of Hydetown and Southwoods Assisted Living Community, died Tuesday, April 14, 2009, at Wesbury United Methodist Community in Meadville. Born Feb. 14, 1924, in Barton, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Stanley and Anna Clickett Matuszewski. She was married to Robert L. Barker on July 6, 1946, in Titusville. He preceded her in death on Oct. 24, 1993. Mrs. Barker was a 1942 graduate of Grover Cleveland High School in Brooklyn, N.Y. She was co-owner with her husband of the Rustic Inn in Hydetown and of the Hydetown Hardware Store. Mrs. Barker was a member of St. Walburga Church. She was also a member of the Hydetown Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxillary and of the Bruce Shorts Post No. 5958 VFW Ladies Auxillary. She enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her family and grandchildren. She is survived by three daughters, Joyce Pilewski and her husband, Jerome, of Mars, Judy Robbins and her husband, John, of Buies Creek, N.C., and Elaine Smith and her husband, Richard, of Townville; six grandchildren, Rob Pilewski and his wife, Avis, of Vass, N.C., Greg Pilewski and his wife, Bianca, of Baltimore, Md., Melissa Deletant and her husband, Aiden, of London, England, Brian Smith and his wife, Lynette, of Meadville, and Joseph Robbins and Jessica Robbins, both of Raleigh, N.C.; and two great grandchildren, Ricky Smith and Cora Pilewski. She is also survived by a brother, Louis Matuszewski and his wife, Ann, of Middle Village, N.Y.; a sister-in-law, Lillian Kerr of Port Ritchie, Fla.; a dear friend, Sherry Smith of Townville; two uncles, John Matuszewski of Chicago, Ill., and Frank Cardinali of Lexington, Ky.; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Viola Leibbrand; and an infant brother, Robert Matuszewski. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. A vigil service will be conducted at 3:45 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Walburga Church with the Rev. D.G. Davis III, pastor of the Titusville Catholic Community, as celebrant. Interment will be in St. Catharines Cemetery. The family suggests that memorials be made to the Hydetown Volunteer Fire Department, the American Diabetes Association or to the charity of one's choice. Maurine Brewster Kapp, 100, of Sewickley, a former resident of Oil City, died Friday, April 10, 2009. Born Aug. 1, 1908, in Tidioute, she was the daughter of Maurice and Ellen McCarthy Brewster. She was married to Dr. Kenneth G. Kapp, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Kapp grew up in Oil City, was a graduate of Mercyhurst College of Erie and received her master's degree from Carnegie Mellon in Pittsburgh. A founder of the Coraopolis branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) and the branch's first president, she was instrumental in bringing live theater to the students of schools in that area. Through the cooperative effort of the AAUW, plays were staged by national touring companies in local schools and were well received, as were several lecture and concert series. She loved children, education and cultural growth and spent many years as a Latin and English teacher at Avonworth High School. Mrs. Kapp is survived by two daughters, Lynne "Polly" Thompson and her husband, Peter, of Leesburg, Va., and Susan Mayo and her husband, Robb, of New Canaan, Conn. and Vero Beach, Fla.; three grandchildren, Julie Bradbury and her husband, Tom, of Atlanta, Ga., Christy Hahn and her husband, Adam, of Darien, Conn., and Scott Mayo of Atlanta, Ga.; and four great-grandchildren, Tommy, Brooks, Molly and Connor. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Kapp was preceded in death by a brother, Leo Brewster. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. James Church in Sewickley. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Macular Degeneration Foundation, P.O. Box 515, Northampton, Mass., 01061-0515, or to an Animal Rescue organization of the donor's choice. Arrangements are being handled by the Copeland Funeral Home of Coraopolis. Online condolences may be sent at www.copelandfuneralhomes.com. Norman Harry "Butch" Keller, 65, formerly of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, April 3, 2009. His parents, Norman E. Keller and Pauline V. Keller, were from Franklin and preceded him in death. Mr. Keller was a graduate of Arkansas State University, and he served in the U.S. Air Force. He was in the insurance and automotive industries in Chattanooga until moving to Dickson, Tenn., in the late 1990s. Mr. Keller is survived by two daughters, Tammy Keller of Louisville and Angela Pettigrew of Ringgold, Ga.; two grandsons, Clay and Will Pettigrew; two sisters, Bonnie Hines of Franklin and Karen Hepler of Oil City; a niece, Shelly Hepler, and a nephew, Wesley Hepler. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday at the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson, Tenn. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research or the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist. Online condolences may be sent to www.mem.com. Robert Lovando Peck, 85, of 110 Moran St., Oil City, formerly of 331 Hasson Ave., Oil City, passed away at 4:35 p.m. Friday, April 3, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca following an extended illness. Born Sept. 12, 1924, in the Jamestown, Ohio Hospital, he was the only son of Mary Geraldine Crawford Peck Moyer. He was married Oct. 8, 1964, at Good Hope Lutheran Church in Oil City, to the former Linda Lee Hewitt of Oil City. She preceded him in death May 10, 2007. Mr. Peck grew up in the small town of Andover, Ohio. As a young man, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served four tours of duty that included service during World War II and Korea. He was a Purple Heart recipient. Settling in Oil City, Bob was employed by the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole as a parole agent for Venango County, retiring in 1985. He was proud that he helped found the first drug and alcohol rehabilitation center in Venango County called Decision House. He later worked as the court crier at the Venango County Courthouse. His compassionate gestures and iconoclastic thinking brought pleasure to many people. He had sat on many community boards during his tenure in Venango County. Mr. Peck is survived by three children, Bobby Peck of Pittsburgh, Chris Peck of Lancaster and Diane Estes of Godfrey, Ill.; seven grandchildren, Stephen, Matthew, Emily, Theodore, Mary, Virginia and William; and two siblings, Anne Louise Jackson of Texas and Alton Peck of Ohio. He is also survived by four special friends, Jim Breth, Ed Flick, Shelly Flickner and Dr. Robert Pilewski. A celebration of life memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday at the Reinsel Funeral Home and Crematory in Oil City with the Rev. Victor J. Kinnunen, rector of Christ Episcopal Church in Oil City, presiding. Memorials may be made to the Oil City Library, 2 Central Ave., Oil City, 16301. Online condolences may be sent to www.reinselfuneralhome.com. Marjorie A. Wike, 69, formerly of Clarion, died Tuesday, April 14, 2009, at her home in Pinellas Park, Fla. She was married to George Wike Jr., and he preceded her in death Oct. 12, 2007. The Goble Funeral Home and Crematory in Clarion is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick.

The Derrick, April 14, 2009: George A. Brown Jr., Port Orange, Fla., formerly of Franklin Paul R. Fridley, formerly of 18 Wayne St., Oil City Roger Duane Kahle, Main Street, Shippenville Alice F. Klein, 10785 Troy Center Road, Titusville Betty Spencer, 621 Pacific St., Franklin Douglas William Steinman, Lake Lucy M. Reed Thompson, Grove Manor, Grove City, formerly of Barkeyville George A. Brown Jr., of Port Orange, Fla., formerly of Franklin, died Tuesday, April 7, 2009. Mr. Brown is survived by his wife, Charlsey; a daughter, Connie; a grandson, Tucker; and a sister, Patricia Seifreit and her husband, Norm, of Titusville, Fla. He was preceded in death by a son, George A. Brown III. Paul R. Fridley, 77, formerly of 18 Wayne St., Oil City, died at 8:25 a.m. Thursday, April 9, 2009, in the Presbyterian Home in Oil City. Born Aug. 22, 1931, in DuBois, he was the son of the late Paul D. and Lucille Grinnen Fridley. He was married Sept. 20, 1958, to the former Virginia L. Voit, who preceded him in death Aug. 20, 2005. Mr. Fridley was a 1951 graduate of Oil City High School. After high school, he served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict from 1952 to 1956 and attained the rank of Airman First Class. He received the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal and the National Service Medal for his service. Mr. Fridley lived in the Oil City area all of his life and was a past member of the V.F.W. Post 464 in Oil City. In his spare time he enjoyed flying remote control airplanes. He had worked as a gas measurement specialist for National Fuel Gas for a number of years until his retirement. Mr. Fridley is survived by three sons, Mike Fridley and Paul Fridley, both of Oil City, and Scott Fridley and his wife, Carolyn, of Live Oak, Fla.; a daughter, Kelley Farren of Oil City; numerous grandchildren; a great grandson; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Fridley was preceded in death by a brother, Lannie Fridley. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. today at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 2 Center St., Oil City, with the Rev. Tom Phillips, pastor, officiating. The interment will be in the Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens, Cranberry. The Hutchinson Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Roger Duane Kahle, 70, of Main Street, Shippenville, passed away at 11 p.m. Friday, April 10, 2009, at Clarion Hospital. Born Sept. 25, 1938, in Clarion County, he was the son of the late Harry and Alice Reaghart Kahle. He was married Nov. 28, 1958, to the former Constance "Connie" Ruth Lewis, who preceded him in death Feb. 12, 1998. Mr. Kahle attended Clarion schools. He worked for C&K Coal Company until his retirement. Mr. Kahle was a member of the Army Reserves. He was a former member of the American Legion in Clarion. He loved being outdoors and working with family and friends and his dog, "Cash." Mr. Kahle is survived by five children, Dena Kania and her husband, Al, of Texas, Rhonda Hankey and her husband, Matt, of Clarion, Carla Wise and her husband, Steve Burris, of Shippenville, Duane Kahle and his wife, Becky, of Virginia and Benjamin Kahle of Shippenville; eight grandchildren, Cory Dean Kahle, Shaun Patrick Hannah, Kobe Benjamin Roger Kahle, Camden Morgan Hankey, Jessica Lynn Mattern, Kayla Marie Wise, Tuesday Mae Wise and Paige Marie Wise; and a great-granddaughter, Ava Marie Hannah. Mr. Kahle is also survived by a sister, Patty Steward and her husband, Dave, of Clarion; his in-laws, Blake and Naomi Lewis of Shippenville; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Kahle was preceded in death by a brother, Carl Thomas Kahle. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the David C. McEntire Funeral Home Inc., 504 East Penn St., Knox. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Chris Lewis, nephew of Mr. Kahle, officiating. Interment will be in Pleasant Hills Cemetery in Shippenville. Memorials for the family may be mailed to Carla Wise at P.O. Box 522, Shippenville. Alice F. Klein, 92, of 10785 Troy Center Road, Titusville, died at 9:05 p.m. Friday, April 10, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born Feb. 3, 1917, in Basel, Switzerland, she was a daughter of the late Wilhelm and Anna Wchwarz Frick. She was a U.S. citizen. She was married to Rudolph Klein who preceded her in death in 1971. Mrs. Klein was very passionate about dogs and showed them at different events. She was also well known for her flower gardens. Mrs. Klein is survived by a daughter-in-law, Diane M. Klein of Cooperstown; two grandsons, Stanley R. Klein and his wife, Emily, of Pascoag, R.I. and Jerome A. Klein and his wife, Julie, of Raymond, Ohio; four great-grandchildren, Jose and Carlos Klein of Pascoag, R.I. and Lily and Samuel Klein of Raymond, Ohio. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Klein was preceded in death by a son, Dr. Rolf A. Klein; and a sister, Hanna Klein. There will be a private family visitation. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin with Richard A. Reed, Deacon at St. Patrick's Church in Franklin, officiating. Interment will be made at St. Hippolites Cemetery at Frenchtown. The family suggests that donations be made to the Venango County Humane Society, PO Box 1045, Oil City, 16301. Betty Spencer, 76, of 621 Pacific St., Franklin, died Sunday, April 12, 2009, at her residence. Born March 21, 1933, in Arnold City, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank and Disa Hough. She was married to Robert Spencer Sr. who preceded her in death. Mrs. Spencer was a homemaker. She was a member of the Salvation Army Church and active in the Salvation Army as a senior soldier, women's Bible study and home league. Mrs. Spencer is survived by six children, Robert Spencer Jr. of Franklin, Timothy Spencer of Franklin, Gloria Jackson and her husband, Timothy, of Erie, Jennie Briscal of Milton, Fla., Deborah Hollowell and her husband, Pat, of Oil City and Theresa Stricklen and her fiancé, Mike Feely, of Oil City. She is also survived by 22 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren; and a brother, Bennett Hough of Monogahela. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Spencer was preceded in death by a son, Terry Lee Spencer; a sister, Eliza Painter; and a brother, George Sullivan. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Gardinier Funeral Home Inc., 1315 Chestnut St., Franklin. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with Envoys Ralph and Virginia Hardeman, of the Franklin Salvation Army, officiating. Interment will be in Sunset Hills Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Franklin Salvation Army, the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Association. Online condolences may be made at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com. Douglas William Steinman, 53, of Lake Lucy, a businessman and former U.S. Marine, died unexpectedly early Saturday, April 11, 2009, in his home. Born Sept. 29, 1955, in Greensburg, he was the son of Herman Steinman and the late Isadora Bishop Steinman. Mr. Steinman graduated in 1974 from North Clarion High School and in 1984 from Clarion University, where he received a bachelor of science degree in business management. Mr. Steinman was in the U.S. Marine Corps and served with a Marine detachment on the USS Forrestal and later as a drill instructor at Parris Island, S.C.. He also became a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army Reserve. He was married on May 29, 1976, to Shirley (Mealy) Steinman, who survives. Mr. Steinman worked as a manager of Northeast Modular Homes in Torrington, Conn., and then started Merger Homes in Salisbury, Md. He most recently helped in managing Steinman Sales Co. in Shippenville. Mr. Steinman was a member of the American Legion, the Pulaski Club of Oil City, the VFW, the Oil City Elks Lodge, the PNA Club and the Loyal Order of Moose. He also was involved in the Clarion County Foster Care program. He was an active member of the Clarion Community Theatre and was in several productions at the Sawmill Theatre. His hobbies included attending sprint car races with his son, Brian; rodeos; horses; and spending time with his family. In addition to his wife and father, Mr. Steinman is survived by three sons, Mathew D. Steinman and his wife, Marci, of Knox, Brian E. Steinman of Lucinda and Patrick Steinman of Tionesta; and three grandchildren, Chase, Brooke and Taylor, all of Knox Also surviving are a brother, Donald Steinman; and two sisters, Dorene Jones of Tionesta and Diane Hudson of Venus. Mr. Steinman was preceded in death by his mother, Isadora Steinman. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m today at the Faller Funeral Home of Fryburg. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Tom Cangelo, pastor of Shamburg Church of God in Pleasantville, presiding. Following his wishes, Mr. Steinman will be cremated. The family suggests memorials be made to Charitable Deeds of Knox of the Clarion Community Theatre. M. Reed Thompson, 94, of Grove Manor, formerly of Barkeyville, a veteran of World War II, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2009. He was the oldest resident of Barkeyville Borough. Born April 1, 1915, in Cherry Township, Butler County, he was the son of Melvin A. and Lydia Kerr Thompson. He graduated from Plain Grove High School in 1932. He was married Aug. 31, 1941, to the former Sara E. Duffy, who preceded him in death in May 1968. He retired as a welder from Greenville Steel Car. He also had worked at Pittsburgh Limestone in Boyers and in many local strip mines as a welder. In addition, he operated Thompson's Store and Esso station in Barkeyville for 17 years. Mr Thompson was a member of Barkeyville Church of God. As a veteran of World War II, he served in the Army from 1941 to 1945 and was a member of the 29th Division, actively participating in the invasion of Omaha Beach and Normandy. He received a Purple Heart for the injuries he incurred. He was a member of the first Barkeyville Borough Council, also serving as president of the government body. He also was a member of the National Rifle Association, the Harrisville American Legion post, the 29th Division Purple Heart/Disabled American Veterans and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He is survived by two daughters, Brenda Surrena and husband, Guy, and Becky Cratty, all of Barkeyville; a nephew, Fred Duffy and his wife, Judy, of Barkeyville; a sister, Alta Kamerer of New Castle; four grandchildren, Shanan Holtz and her husband, Frank, of Bloomington, Ill, Todd Surrena and his wife, Michelle, of Kent, Ohio, Aaron Cratty and his wife, Stacie, of Parrish, Fla., and Amber Cratty of Taylorsville, N.C. Also surviving are four great -grandchildren, Claudia and Reed Surrena and Olsen and Ensey Cratty. In addition to his wife and parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, Eli and Allison Thompson; two sisters, Lois and Edna Thompson and his son-in-law, Jim Cratty, who passed away in November 2002. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Larry E. McKinley Funeral Home of Clintonville. There will be no visitation. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today at Clintonville Methodist Cemetery. The Rev. Rob Guy of the Barkeyville Church of God will officiate. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.mckinleyfunerlhome.net.

The Derrick, April 13, 2009: Ruth Cochran Bouch, 896 Catholic Church Road, Sigel Linda Ann Calton, Main Street, Corsica Retired Master Sgt. Thomas A. Glass, Lime Plant Road, Parker Mary Kathryn "Cassie" Hobaugh, 527 Fifth Ave., Ford City Roger D. Kahle, Shippenville Sharon L. Murray, Sugar Creek Station, formerly of Oil City Douglas W. Steinman, Lake Lucy Ruth Cochran Bouch, 84, of 896 Catholic Church Road, Sigel, died Friday, April 10, 2009, at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born Nov. 17, 1924, in Coolspring, she was raised by her aunt and uncle, Mae and Walter Cochran, and grandfather, Alex Cochran. Mrs. Bouch was a homemaker and previously worked for 13 years as a tube processor at Brookville Sylvania. She always gave of herself in assisting other people. She was a member of Sigel Homemakers for 10 years and served on the Eldred Township Board of Elections for 20 years. She was married Aug. 1, 1958, in Toms River, N.J., to Wesley Bouch, who survives. Survivors also include a son, Darl Bouch of Laceyville; two daughters, Cheryl Bouch of Sigel and Mrs. Chris (Karen) Gilhousen of Sigel; and five grandchildren, Nicholas, Tiffany, Conan and Dane Gilhousen, all of Sigel, and Renee Bouch of Laceyville. Also surviving are three step-grandchildren, Debra Dexter of Laceyville, Diane Dexter of LeRayville and Andrew Dexter of New Albany; and three step-great-grandchildren, Keirstey Davis, Brianna Lane and Trace Lane, all of Laceyville. Visitation will be at the time of the funeral services, which will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Sigel United Methodist Church, Sigel, with the Rev. Gary Sheesley officiating. Interment will be at Coolspring Cemetery, Oliver Township, Jefferson County. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Sigel United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 3, Sigel, 15860, or to a charity of one's choice. The McKinney Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Brookville, is in charge of arrangements. Linda Ann Calton, 47, of Main Street, Corsica, died Saturday, April 11, 2009, at her home. Born May 19, 1961, in Clarion, she was a daughter of Walter Walter and Ethel Ryan Walter. Mrs. Calton was a homemaker. Surviving are a son, Joshua Calton of Clarion; a daughter, Kristy Calton who is serving in the Army National Guard in Oklahoma; three brothers, Fritz Walter of Brookville, Ron Walter of Reynoldsville and Tim Walter of Streetsboro, Ohio; three sisters, Cindy Brandon of Leeper, Lois Trappen of Pittsburgh and Karen Lubic of Gibsonia; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Vicky Baughman. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 today at the Goble Funeral Home & Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with the Rev. Monty Sayers officiating. Interment will follow in the Mount Calvary Cemetery, Kingsville. Online condolences may be sent to www.goblefh.net. Retired Master Sgt. Thomas A. Glass, 74, of Lime Plant Road, Parker, Perry Township, Clarion County, died Saturday morning, April 11, 2009, at his residence following a lengthy illness. Born Dec. 16, 1934, on the family homestead on Lime Plant Road, he was the son of Cecil L. and Anna M. Hamilton Glass. Mr. Glass was a patriotic American and was proud of his distinguished military career. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and served two tours in Vietnam and was the recipient of the Bronze Star, as well as various other medals and commendations. Prior to his 22-year career in the Air Force, Mr. Glass served four years in the U.S. Marine Corps. Mr. Glass retired from military service in 1975. He later was employed by Witco Chemical Co. in Petrolia, and Superior Absorbents in Emlenton. He enjoyed working outside around his home. He was a coin collector and a practical jokester. Mr. Glass was an avid reader and particularly enjoyed reading books about history and the military and enjoyed watching political and current events on television. He was married on Nov. 24, 1960, in Peru, Ind., to the former Anna P. Schardan, who preceded him in death June 15, 2008. He is survived by a son, retired U.S. Army Warrant Officer Gregory G. Glass of Evans, Ga.; two daughters, Mrs. (Thomas) Tamara L. Ozechoski of Altoona and Carolyn R. Armstrong of Enterprise, Ala. Survivors also include five grandchildren, Kendra, Jennifer, Jacob, Marissa, and Tyler; five brothers, Robert L. Glass and his wife, Darlene, of New Castle, retired U.S. Air Force Major Carl L. Glass and his wife, Ra, of Yorktown, Va., Stanley R. Glass of Pittsburgh, Tech. Sgt. John E. Glass and his wife, Tess, of Cocoa, Fla, and retired U.S. Air Force Sgt. Howard E. Glass and his wife, Julie, of Grove City. Also surviving are three sisters also survive including, Bessie M. Rankin of Franklin, Virginia Myers and her husband, Duane, of Clarion, and Karen Pittman and her husband, Lloyd, of New Cumberland, W.Va.; a brother in-law, Orville J. Anderson of Ft. Wayne, Ind.; and a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a sister, Nina Rice. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Hile Funeral Home, 802 Grove Street, Saint Petersburg. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Dan Myers, a United Methodist pastor, officiating. Military honors will accorded by the VETS Honor Guard of Franklin. Interment will be at Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Ind. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to a veterans charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be made at HileFH.com. Mary Kathryn "Cassie" Hobaugh, 74, of 527 Fifth Ave., Ford City, died Friday, April 10, 2009, at her residence. Born May 22, 1934, in Ford City, she was a daughter of Charles Bradley Bower and Emily Kathryn Pratti Bower. In 1956, Mrs. Hobaugh graduated as a registered nurse from Allegheny General Hospital. She was a member of Christ Prince of Peace Parish in Ford City. She enjoyed genealogy, coin collecting and Santas. She loved to play on the computer and spending time with her family and grandchildren. She was married Jan. 19, 1957, to Edward R. Hobaugh, who survives. Survivors also include her mother, Emily Bower of Ford City; two sons, Bradley E. Hobaugh of Kittanning and Brian L. Hobaugh and his wife, Marjorie, of Valencia; a daughter, Pamela J. Hobaugh of Ford City; and two grandsons, Edward J. Hobaugh and Brian L. Hobaugh Jr. Also surviving are a brother and his wife, Charles P. and Dorothy Bower of Moon Township; and a sister and her husband, Dorothy J. and Kenneth Mechling of Clarion. She was preceded in death by a brother, Jerome Anthony Bower. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Mantini Funeral Home, 701 Sixth Ave., Ford City. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in Christ Prince of Peace Parish in Ford City, with the Rev. Terry Hercik officiating. A prayer service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday in the church. Interment will be in St. Mary Cemetery. Roger D. Kahle, 70, of Shippenville, died Friday, April 10, 2009, at the Clarion Hospital. The David C. McEntire Funeral Home of Knox is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The Derrick. Sharon L. Murray, 59, a resident of Sugar Creek Station, formerly of Oil City, died at 6:45 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 2009, at Sugar Creek Station. Born Nov. 1, 1949, in Oil City, she was a daughter of Elizabeth Anna May Bickel Osgood and the late Richard Lee Osgood. Mrs. Murray graduated from high school in Mentor, Ohio. Surviving are her mother, Elizabeth Osgood of Sugarcreek; a daughter, Darlene Daly of Oil City; three grandchildren, Lance, Samantha and Lisa of Oil City; a brother, John Osgood of Seneca; and a sister, Sandy Osgood of Madison, Ohio. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in Morrison Funeral Home. Douglas W. Steinman, 53, of Lake Lucy, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, April 11, 2009. Faller Funeral Home of Fryburg is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The Derrick.

It is the same cemetery Ellis ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mona Anderson" <roadqueen1340@yahoo.com> To: "Clarion Co" <PACLARIO@rootsweb.com> Sent: Sunday, April 12, 2009 11:50 AM Subject: [PACLARIO] St. Paul's Cemeteries I think I asked this question before and didn't get a clear answer. Is there a difference in St. Paul's Cemetery in Knox and St. Paul's Cemetery in Wentlings Corners? My husband has "Best" ancestors in Clarion County and I want to get them straightened out in my database before I go traipsing all over Clarion County looking for their gravesites. Thanks! ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to PACLARIO-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Dear Friend, Don't know the answer to that but I am guessing they are the same because I have been to Wentling's corners?? and Knox and they are so close together as well as the Knox campground on I-80. Interested in the Best name as it falls in one of my branches. Are you from Elk county or DuBois area?? Thanks... **************The Average US Credit Score is 692. See Yours in Just 2 Easy Steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1221621489x1201450100/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26h mpgID%3D62%26bcd%3DAprilAvgfooterNO62)

Thank you, Ellis. --- On Mon, 4/13/09, Ellis Weller <eweller@csonline.net> wrote: From: Ellis Weller <eweller@csonline.net> Subject: Re: [PACLARIO] St. Paul's Cemeteries To: paclario@rootsweb.com Date: Monday, April 13, 2009, 11:57 AM It is the same cemetery Ellis ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mona Anderson" <roadqueen1340@yahoo.com> To: "Clarion Co" <PACLARIO@rootsweb.com> Sent: Sunday, April 12, 2009 11:50 AM Subject: [PACLARIO] St. Paul's Cemeteries I think I asked this question before and didn't get a clear answer. Is there a difference in St. Paul's Cemetery in Knox and St. Paul's Cemetery in Wentlings Corners? My husband has "Best" ancestors in Clarion County and I want to get them straightened out in my database before I go traipsing all over Clarion County looking for their gravesites. Thanks! ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to PACLARIO-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to PACLARIO-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

The Derrick, April 11, 2009: Marlene F. Marnic Fair, of Butler, formerly of Parker William Craig Hendricks, Jr., M.D., of Jupiter, Fla. Paul A. Johnson, 79, of 1859 Buxton Road, Titusville Margaret T. Kinney, of West Freedom, Parker Joseph D. Rapp, 89, of Erie Harold G. Taggart, 73, of Tionesta Marlene F. Marnic Fair, 75, of Butler, formerly of Parker, passed away Friday afternoon, April 10, 2009, in Cabot, following an illness. She is survived by her husband, C. Wayne Fair Sr., three children, eight grandchildren, a sister and a brother. William Craig Hendricks, Jr., M.D., 76, of Jupiter, Fla., passed away Saturday, March 28, 2009, following a brief illness. He was surrounded by his family. Born Feb. 3, l933, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Dr. W. Craig Hendricks and Dorothy W. Hendricks. Dr. Hendricks attended Brookville High School and graduated from Mercersburg Academy, where he played basketball and baseball. He graduated with department honors from Princeton University, where he was a member of Quadrangle Club and the rowing team. He received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia, and continued his training at the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pa. Following his internship and first year of general surgery residency, he served with the United States Public Health Service in Galveston, Texas, where he received a letter of commendation for his devotion to duty during Hurricane Carla. In 1963, he began a fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic in the field of neurological surgery. In 1968 he began his medical practice in Erie. He was a member of the Erie County Medical Society, the Pennsylvania Medical Society, the American Medical Association, and the Pennsylvania Neurosurgical Society. He served as chief of the division of neurosurgery at Hamot Hospital from 1978 to 1981, and for many years he served as medical director to the local multiple sclerosis society. Dr. Hendricks was deeply committed to his family and his patients. A man of many interests, he held a radio operator's license, a SCUBA certification, and a private pilot's license. Following his retirement, he continued his zeal for education by earning an executive MBA at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He was a member of the Erie Yacht Club and the Palm Beach Power Squadron, and he continued his love of sailing after his retirement. He was a member of the Kahkwa Club for many years, and although he couldn't be called an avid golfer, he was extremely proud of his hole-in-one across the pond. Dr. Hendricks was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of the Covenant in Erie. In addition to his wife of 52 years, Janet Ketner Hendricks, formerly of Clarion, he is survived by three daughters, Lynne Hendricks and her husband, Les Aker, of Springfield, Va., Marcia H. Beckman and her husband, Orhan, of Rochester, N.Y., and Pamela Hendricks and her husband, Mark Childers, of Mooresville, N.C.; and three grandchildren, Ryan and Matthew Childers and Renan Beckman. He is also survived by his sister, Barbara H. Emerick of Hobe Sound, Fla.; nieces; nephews; and extended family. A memorial service will be held for family and friends to celebrate his life. Memorials may be made to the Brookville YMCA, 125 Main St., Brookville, Pa., 15825, or the Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Avenue, West Palm Beach, Fla., 33407. Paul A. Johnson, 79, of 1859 Buxton Road, Titusville, an Air Force veteran, coach and avid Titusville sports fan, died at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 9, 2009, at UPMC Shadyside in Pittsburgh. Born Sept 18, 1929, in Titusville, he was a son of Albert and Ellen Williams Johnson. He and the former Elaine Warner were married March 16, 1951, in St. James Memorial Episcopal Church of Titusville, and she survives. He attended elementary school in Rometown and graduated in 1947 from Titusville High School. Mr. Johnson served in the U.S. Air Force with the 342nd Bombardment Squadron and Bombardment Wing. He was honorably discharged in 1952 with the rank of staff sSergeant. Prior to entering the service, he was employed by the family business, Johnson Oil Co., where he was a bulldozer operator. After serving in the Air Force, he went to work for Ellis Day as an appliance repairman. Mr. Johnson then owned and operated Johnson Appliances for 25 years. He retired from Cytemp Specialty Steel Corp., where he worked in the melt shop, but his retirement lasted only momentarily as he bagan working for Bob Poux until 2008. Mr. Johnson enjoyed coaching. He spent more than 20 years working with Titusville youth, teaching them how to play football and wrestle. His excitement for the game of football never allowed him to miss a Rockets game, either at home or away. He also loved Penn State football, especially attending games with his brother. Mr. Johnson also spent a lot of time on the farm, riding his John Deere tractor. Most of all, he was extremely proud of the achievements of his grandchildren. Mr. Johnson was a member of Bruce Shorts VFW Post 5958 VFW and BPO Elks Lodge 264. He is survived by his wife, Elaine, of Titusville; four children, Cheryl Rumbaugh and her husband, Ronald, Teri Wray and her husband ,Robert, all of Titusville, Julie McKain and her husband, Dale, of Mahaffey, and Kevin Johnson and his wife, Aly, of Jamestown, N.Y.; eight grandchildren, Alisha Brose, Chad A. Turner and his wife, Kali, Lucas Turner, Joshua Rumbaugh, Jessica Rumbaugh, Megan McKain, Amanda McKain and Canyon "Hot Shot" Johnson; and five great-granddaughters, Taleigh, Braelyn, Olivia, Carlan and Eden. Also surviving are one brother, Richard Johnson and his wife, Patricia, of Santa Barbara; one sister, Alliene Eller and her husband, Arthur, of Erie; numerous nieces and nephews; and two special friends, Brian Mangel and Ed Burns. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. A memorial service will be conducted for family and friends at 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 17, at Carter Field in Titusville. Memorial contributions may be made to either Titusville Area Youth Football or Titusville Area Youth Wrestling c/o Ed Burns, 20805 Campbell Road, Titusville, Pa., 16354. Margaret T. Kinney, 87, of West Freedom, Parker, passed away early Friday morning, April 10, 2009, in Clarion Hospital, following an illness. Born June 19, 1921, in St. Petersburg, she was the daughter of t he late Harry Earl and Wavie Price Grazier. She was married July 14, 1937, to Gerald O. Kinney, who preceded her in death on Oct. 12, 1970. She attended the West Freedom United Methodist Church. For many years, Peg was in charge of the bakery at Gallagher's Plaza, near Callensburg, and was well known throughout the area for her pies as well as other baked goods. Peg also drove bus for years for Jordan bus contracting. She a member of the former auxiliaries of the VFW and American Legion of Parker. Mrs. Kinney is survived by three daughters, Charlotte Best and her husband, Mike, of West Freedom, Sandra Best and her husband, Leroy, of Knox and Diana Trexler and her husband, Gary, of Moore, Okla.; five sons, Wayne Patrick Kinney of Rose, N.Y., John C. Kinney and his wife, Lynn, of West Freedom, Terry Kinney and his wife, Kate, of West Freedom, Gary Kinney and his wife, Debbie, of Savannah, Ga. and Richard "Rich" Kinney and his wife, Myra, of Pittsboro, N.C.; 18 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; a sister, Glenna Grazier Barger of Parker; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Kinney was preceded in death by a son, Michael B. Kinney on Aug. 3, 1996; a granddaughter, Laurie Chambers Rankin on June 21, 1993; two great-grandsons, Ethan and Evan Sell on July 25, 2001; and three brothers and one sister. Friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home, Wayne Street, Parker. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Interment in West Freedom Cemetery, near Parker. Online condolences may be sent to buzardfuneralhomes.com Joseph D. Rapp, 89, of Erie, a native of this area and veteran of World War II, died Thursday, April 9, 2009, in Erie. Born Sept. 9, 1919, in Venus, he was the son of the late Ambrose and Margaret Rapp. He was a member of St. James Roman Catholic Church, where he served as an usher for many years. Joseph worked as a driver with Penland Tankers in Oil City and then with Willis Distributing Co. until his retirement. He enjoyed woodworking. Joseph was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in World War II, and was based at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii at the time of Pearl Harbor. Mr. Rapp is survived by two children, Joseph Rapp Jr. and his wife, Janet, and Betty Button, all of Erie; three grandchildren, Chandra Light and her husband, Marty, of Erie, Dana McIntire and her husband, Michael, of Erie and Damien Rapp and his wife, Kim, with the U.S. Air Force, based in Germany; three great-grandchildren, Austin Willey, Mackenzie Light and Broderick McIntire; his in-laws and lifelong friends, Hank and Pug McCauley of Rouseville; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Rapp was preceded in death by his wife, Berniece K. Rapp; two brothers, Walter Rapp and Andrew Rapp; and a sister, Mary Quigley. Friends may call from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Dusckas Funeral Home Inc., East 2607 Buffalo Road, Erie. A prayer service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. A funeral Mass will follow at 10 a.m. at St. James R.C. Church. A full military service conducted by the VETS Honor Guard will follow at 1:30 p.m. in St. Michael Cemetery in Fryburg. Memorial contributions may be made to the Erie Crawford County Veterans Program, c/o 8410 Proctor Ave., Erie, Pa., 16509. Online condolences may be sent to www.dusckasfuneralhome.com. Harold G. Taggart, 73, of Tionesta passed away suddenly on Thursday, April 9, 2009, at his home in Tionesta. He originally resided in Batavia, N.Y., but had lived locally for the past 21 years.

I think I asked this question before and didn't get a clear answer.   Is there a difference in St. Paul's Cemetery in Knox and St. Paul's Cemetery in Wentlings Corners?   My husband has "Best" ancestors in Clarion County and I want to get them straightened out in my database before I go traipsing all over Clarion County looking for their gravesites.   Thanks!

The Derrick, April 10, 2009: Patricia Ann Bowser, Catalpo Road, Chicora, formerly of Dutch Hill and Sligo Dora E. Osborne Brazel, Jackson Center Paul R. Fridley, formerly of 18 Wayne St., Oil City Ida Belle Gallagher, Parker Lillian Elizabeth "Bill" Nelson, Huey Jean A. Strickenberger, Erie, formerly of Oil City Leland H. Wetzel, Shippenville, formerly of Wentlings Corners Patricia Ann Bowser, 58, of Catalpa Road, Chicora, formerly of Dutch Hill and Sligo, passed away at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at her home. She had been ill since November 2008. Born Oct. 7, 1950, in Dutch Hill, she was a daughter of the late Samuel Claude "Dutch" Bowser and Velma Pearl Villers Bowser. Ms. Bowser was a member of Fairview United Methodist Church. She was a 1970 graduate of Allegheny-Clarion Valley High School. She enjoyed her spoon collection and was a Steelers and Pirates fan. Ms. Bowser enjoyed going on bus trips with the adventure club in Butler and was proud to be able to maintain her own home. She is survived by Terry K. and Rhonda R. Bowser of Chicora, where she made her home; Ryan K. Bowser of Butler, Trish R. Hurley and Corey T. of Chicora, a number of cousins and many friends. She is also survived by her American bulldog "Harley." Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Petrolia. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Wade Berkey, pastor of Fairview United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Dutch Hill. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to www.hillisfuneralhome.com. Dora E. (Osborne) Brazel, 92, of 1407 Franklin Road, Jackson Center, died at 4:40 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, 2009, in Grove Manor Nursing Home of Grove City, after a short illness. Born Nov. 28, 1916, in Springville, Victory Township, Venango County, she was a daughter of the late Jason W. and Effie M. Huston Osborne. She graduated from Rocky Grove High School in 1936. During World War II she worked at Chicago Pneumatic Tool and at Vanderhoff Electric, both in Franklin. She was of the Protestant faith. Mrs. Brazel was a member of the Stitch and Chatter Club of the Jackson Center/Stoneboro area as part of the World Homemakers Organization for many years. She was also very active for many years with the Jackson Center Volunteer Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary. She loved traveling, playing cards and bingo. She was married Sept. 2, 1950, to William J. "Bill" Brazel, who survives at home. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four sisters, Alice Allen, Mary Kimes, Edith McElhaney and Aura Stearns; two half-sisters, Daisy Vath and Della McCamey; and five brothers, Anson, Edward, Lewis, Norman and Glenn Osborne. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. today at the Scott A. Black Funeral Home, 99 Franklin St., Stoneboro. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Terry L. Greenlee, pastor of Jackson Center Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Hickory Grove Cemetery, Venango County. The family suggests memorial contribution may be made to the Lakeview Area Meals On Wheels, P.O. Box 548, Stoneboro, 16153. Paul R. Fridley, 77, formerly of 18 Wayne St. in Oil City, died at 8:25 a.m. Thursday, April 9, 2009, in the Presbyterian Home in Oil City, where he had resided for the past three years. The Hutchinson Funeral Home in Oil City is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published at a later date. Ida Belle Gallagher, 89, of Parker passed away early Thursday, April 9, 2009, at Laurelbrook of Brookville following an illness. Born Jan. 25, 1920, in Rimersburg, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Mina Flick Mitchell. She graduated from Rimersburg High School in 1937. She was married Dec. 24, 1937, in Rimersburg to Willard "Tim" Gallagher, who preceded her in death on March 1, 1974. Mrs. Gallagher was in the grocery store business, along with her husband, for most of her adult life. They operated Gallagher's Market in Dutch Hill for many years and, in 1957, built a modern grocery, restaurant and automobile repair service facility near Callensburg.. She formally retired from all retail services on March 30, 1985. Protestant by faith, she was an active member of the United Methodist Women in Callensburg for many years and was associated with the Park Hill Church of God at West Freedom at the time of her passing. Surviving are two sons, Gary (Doe) Gallagher of Callensburg and Dan Gallagher and his wife, Melissa, of Parker; a daughter-in-law, Judith (Judy) Gallagher of Parker; four grandchildren, Todd Gallagher of Richmond, Va.; Marni Dreher of Columbus, Michael Gallagher of Sligo and Sue Ann Smith of Pine City, near Knox; and seven great-grandchildren, Lexan and Landon DeLisio, Tim and Tara Gallagher, Laken Dreher, Anya and Ella Gallagher. Also surviving area brother, Lloyd Mitchell of Clarion , and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a grandaughter, Debbie DeLisio, on June 9, 1995; two sisters, Mildred Yates and Doris Fowler; and an infant brother, James Mitchell. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home, Wayne Street, Parker. There will be no visitation on Easter Sunday. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Bessie Maihle, a retired United Methodist minister, officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Dutch Hill, Clarion County. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested that memorials may be made to the Clarion-Forest County VNA, Knox, 16232 Lillian Elizabeth "Bill" Nelson, 89, of Huey, passed away at 9:40 a.m. Thursday, April 9, 2009, at the Clarion Hospital, following a period of failing health. Born Oct. 3, 1919, she was a daughter of the late Homer Jacob Anthony and Lucy Catherine Benn Anthony. She was married to Donald Harry Nelson, who preceded her in death on Oct. 8, 1976. Mrs. Nelson was of the Protestant faith and attended the Sligo Schools. She was a member of the VFW ladies auxiliary post 7132 of Rimersburg. Mrs. Nelson is survived by two daughters, Connie Ann Gilhousen of Rimersburg and Kathy Sue Radaker and her husband, Donald, of Middletown, Ind.; three grandchildren, Richard C. "Rick" Gilhousen and his wife, Melinda, of Rimersburg, Kelly Ann Emings and her fiancé, Gary "Pete" Painter, of Garretts Run and Tal M. Radaker and his wife, Courtney, of Fishers, Ind.; four great-grandchildren, Curtis Emings, Kayla Gilhousen, Kirstin Gilhousen and Katelyn Gilhousen; a brother, Howard Anthony of Yukon; two sisters, Mrs. Olive Burford of Rimersburg and Mrs. Katherine Conner of Rimersburg; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Betty Joanne Anthony, of Huey; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Nelson was preceded in death by a son, Elmer Ray Nelson on April 13, 1969; a grandson, Tyler Nelson Radaker on July 1, 1998; three brothers, Samuel Homer Anthony, Thomas Anthony and Harold Anthony; and a sister, Mrs. Mae Aites. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday with the Rev. Leonard Goughler, pastor of the New Athens Church of Prophecy, and the Rev. Ralph Campbell, pastor of the Church of God, Route 68, Sligo, officiating. Interment will follow in the Rimersburg Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the VNA Hospice, Knox, 16232. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hillisfuneralhome.com Jean A. Strickenberger, 80, of Erie, passed away Friday, April 3, 2009, in San Diego, Calif. Born April 22, 1928, in Oil City, she was the daughter of the late George T. and Rose Siegel Bernhardt. She was married to James J. Strickenberger who preceded her in death March 2, 2006. Mrs. Strickenberger was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church and its Ladies Guild where she held various offices and served on numerous committees. She was an avid card player and belonged to the Mercy Center on Aging Card Club and St. Luke Funtastics. She also did volunteer work for Emmaus Soup Kitchen and served meals for the needy through St. Paul. Jean loved working in her yard, decorating her home, entertaining and she enjoyed traveling. She worked for the Bell Telephone Company, Rusterholtz Bakery in the Boston Store and retired from Sears. Ms. Strickenberger is survived by two sons, Randy Strickenberger and his wife, Cindy, of Erie and Tom Strickenberger and his wife, Jan, of Knoxville, Tenn.; two daughters, Dianne Beblo and her husband, Steve, of San Diego, Calif. and Nancy Ericsson and her husband, Robert, of Erie; a brother, George Bernhardt of Berlin, N.J.; a sister, Mrs. James Meyers and husband of Lorain, Ohio; and 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the A. Brugger & Sons Funeral Home, 845 East 38th St., Erie. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Burial will be in Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery. Condolences at www.bruggerfuneralhomes.com Leland H. Wetzel, 93, of Shippenville, formerly of Wentlings Corners, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2009. Born July 23, 1915, at Blair's Corners, he was a son of the late Henry and Melissa Wile Wetzel. He was married July 18, 1947, to Althea Keene, who preceded him in death on May 19, 1992. Mr. Wetzel was a 1933 graduate of Edenburg High School and worked for Knox Glass for more than 40 years. He was a longtime member of St. Paul United Church of Christ in Knox and formerly served on the Keystone School Board. He enjoyed gardening, bookkeeping, hunting and spending time with his family. Mr. Wetzel is survived by a son, Arthur W. Wetzel and his wife, Rosemarie, of Murrysville; a daughter, Nancy J. Bell and her husband, Timothy, of Shippenville; seven grandchildren, Nathanael Wetzel and Annamarie Wetzel of Murrysville, Joel Bell of Myerstown, Elizabeth Allio and her husband, Todd, of Tionesta, Aaron Bell, Rachel Bell and Seth Bell, all of Shippenville; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by five brothers, Charles Wetzel, Willis Wetzel, John Wetzel, Benjamin Wetzel and William Wetzel; and three sisters, Margaret Bashline, Carrie Bashline and Anna Thomas. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the William N. Rupert Mortuary Inc. in Knox. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Rich Tygert, pastor of the Christ Fellowship Church in Venus, and the Rev. Tony Fields, pastor of the St. Paul United Church of Christ in Knox, officiating. Interment will follow at the St. Paul's Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Clarion/Forest VNA at P.O. Box 668, Knox, 16232 or Charitable Deeds and Services at 98 Hickory Nut Lane, Knox, 16232. Online condolences may be sent to Leland's family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com.

The Derrick, April 9, 2009: Patricia Ann Bowser, Catalpa Road, Chicora, formerly of Dutch Hill and Sligo Dora E. Brazel, 1407 Franklin Road, Jackson Center Thomas L. Marsh, formerly of 12 Edgewood Drive, Oil City William Allen Morck Jr., Goodview, Va., formerly of Oil City William Michael "Bill" Smith, New Bethlehem Leland Wetzel, Shippenville, formerly of Wentlings Corners Alfred Francis Wood, South Fourth Avenue, Clarion Patricia Ann Bowser, 58, of Catalpa Road, Chicora, formerly of Dutch Hill and Sligo, passed away at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at her home after being ill since November. The Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Petrolia is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Friday in The Derrick. Dora E. Brazel, 92, of 1407 Franklin Road, Jackson Center, died at 4:40 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at Grove Manor Nursing Home in Grove City. Arrangements are being handled by the Scott A. Black Funeral Home in Stoneboro. A complete obituary will be published Friday in The News-Herald. Thomas L. Marsh, 86, formerly of 12 Edgewood Dr., Oil City, died at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home, after an extended battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Born Dec. 27, 1922, in Betula, he was the son of the late Cecil L. Marsh and Lillian A. Gallup Marsh. He was married Sept. 14, 1946, in the rectory at St. Bernard Parish, to the former Jeanne Louise Steckmeyer, who preceded him in death on Nov. 29, 2007. Mr. Marsh had served as an aviation cadet in the United States Army Air Corp during World War II. Mr. Marsh had lived in Warren for 20 years before relocating to Oil City with Penelec. Tom retired from Penelec as a foreman in the electrical equipment department. He had been an avid golfer, enjoyed hunting and fishing, and played bridge with his wife in several couples card groups. Mr. Marsh was of the Protestant faith. He had been the president of Wanango Country Club, and a member of the "Hundred Club." Mr. Marsh is survived by a sister, Anna Nelson of Milton, Del. and by numerous nieces and nephews, including David Marsh and his wife, Kristine, who helped the Marshes in their transition from Oil City to the Bradford Ecumenical Home. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Marsh was preceded in death by a sister, Margaret McKee; and three brothers, Allen Marsh, Melvin Marsh and Wayne Marsh. Friends will be received from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday in the Reinsel Funeral Home & Crematory. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with Monsignor John W. Swoger presiding. Entombment will take place in St. Joseph Cemetery in Warren. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com William Allen Morck Jr., 69, passed away Monday, April 6, 2009, at his home in Goodview, Va. Born Oct. 19, 1939, in Oil City, he was the son of the late William and Kathryn Morck. He honorably served in the U.S. Air Force, was a service manager at the former Blue Ridge Buick in Roanoke, Va., and retired from Bird Medical Products in Palm Springs, Calif. Upon retiring, he pursued his love of dogs and opened Sugarfoot Kennels in Goodview. Mr. Morck cherished his family and enjoyed his farm and the ocean. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Katherine Musselman Morck. He also is survived by a daughter, Stacy Morck Graves and her husband, Charley; three sons, Garth Morck and his wife, Laura, Robert Morck and his wife, Kelly, and William A. Morck III; one sister, Gretchen Morck Aldridge and her husband, Allen, of Salter Path, N.C.; a stepbrother, Chuck Goodwin and his wife, Diane, of Hawaii; and four grandchildren, Chelsea and Taylor Graves and Wesley and Cameron Morck. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, "Punky" Morck Ward. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Delta Society for therapy dogs at 875 124th Ave. NE, Bellevue, Wash., 98005. Arrangements are being handled by Oakey's Vinton Chapel and Crematory, P.O. Box 1579, Roanoke, Va., 24007. William Michael "Bill" Smith, 56, of New Bethlehem, died early Wednesday morning, April 8, 2009, at his residence following a sudden illness. Born Sept. 19, 1952, in Brookville, he was a son of the late William C. and Dorothy Wilson Smith. He married Lana J. Davis on May 24, 1986. She survives. Mr. Smith was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was retired from Owens-Illinois Glass Manufacturing in Clarion, and he was a member of the New Bethlehem Lions Club, the American Legion and the Loyal Order of Moose, and he formerly was active n the local Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops. Mr. Smith was known as a volunteer for anything that needed done or for lending a hand to anyone who was in need of help. He and his wife are the parents of five children: Lee Ann Smith, Holly Smith, Andrew Smith, Patty Smith and Josh Smith all living at home. Also surviving are five sisters, Joyce Silagyi and her husband, Bruce, Chris Adams and her husband, Jim, Barb Crissman and her husband, Stan, Linda Matey and her husband, Wayne, Sherry Billman and Michelle McCanna; three brothers, John Smith and his wife, Connie, Jeff Billman and his wife, Dottie, and Charles Billman and his wife, Brenda. his stepmother, Jeanie Smith of Rimersburg, and his mother-in-law, Dona Belle Davis of Oak Ridge. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, David Lee Smith; his paternal grandparents, Spurge and Lulu Smith; and his maternal grandparents, Hank and Agnes Wilson. Friends will be received from 2 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Rupert Funeral Home in New Bethlehem. A private funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home. The Rev. Randy Evans will officiate. Interment will be in Mt. Zion Cemetery on Beautiful Lookout, Oak Ridge, Clarion County. Online condolences may be sent to Bill's family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com. Leland Wetzel, 93, of Shippenville, formerly of Wentlings Corners, died Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at his residence. The William N. Rupert Mortuary Inc. of Knox is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Friday in The Derrick. Alfred Francis Wood, 89, of South Fourth Avenue, Clarion, died Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at Clarion Hospital. Born March 2, 1920, in Barger Hollow, Clarion County, he was the son of the late William Earl Wood and Freda Kriebel Wood. He was married Nov. 17, 1951, to the former Betty Lou Beers, who survives. Mr. Wood worked for the U.S. Postal Service as a mailman for 30 years, retiring in 1984. He served in the Army as a sergeant in World War II and the Korean Conflict. He enjoyed his family and especially his grand boys. In addition to his wife, Mr. Wood is survived by a son, Patrick William Wood of Providence, R.I.; a daughter, Karen "Katie" Shingledecker and her husband, Berle, of Clarion; and three grandchildren, Andrew Francis Shingledecker, John Michael Shingledecker and William Earl Wood. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Goble Funeral Home & Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Bruce Wilson and the Rev. Donald L. Poole officiating. Interment will follow in Clarion Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Clarion-Forest VNA. Online memorials may be made at www.goblefh.net.

The Derrick, April 8, 2009: Naomi Irene Kifer Watson, Iroquois, Ill., formerly of Clarion County Getting it right - Ralph J. Godenschwager Naomi Irene Kifer Watson, 71, of Iroquois, Ill., a former Clarion County resident who grew up in Miola, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009, in her home. Among her survivors are her husband, Harvey, and several cousins who live in Forest County and Clarion County. Getting it right - Ralph J. Godenschwager Ralph J. Godenschwager, 78, of Marienville, joined our Lord on Sunday, April 5, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca, after a courageous battle with cancer. Included in his survivors are a son, Darryl Neal "Duke" Fiscus of Scandia; and two grandchildren, Shea Patterson of Marienville and Joshua Karl Fiscus and his companion, Laura Steffan, both of Salvo, N.C.

The Derrick, April 7, 2009: Robert L. Conner, Lawsonham Road, Rimersburg Ralph Godenschawger, Marienville Dorothy Usher King, Easton, Md., Rockland native James Leroy Pyle I, 573 Sunville Road, Franklin Urey memorial services set Robert L. Conner, 85, of Lawsonham Road, Rimersburg passed away at 7 a.m. Sunday, April 5, 2009, at Clarview Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center of Sligo, following a period of failing health. Born Aug. 1, 1923, in Oklahoma, Westmoreland County, he was a son of Alvin S. and Pearl Elizabeth Abers Conner. He was of the Protestant faith, and he was raised near Vandergrift in Westmoreland County. Mr. Conner was a heavy equipment operator for several area coal companies, operating power shovels and bulldozers, and then owned a coal truck, hauling coal from 1960 until the mid 1990s in the Clarion and Armstrong County areas. He also operated a farm near Pinoak in Clarion County for a number of years. He was married June 23, 1943, in Winchester, Va., to Virginia R. Houser, who survives. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Sandra Rankin and her husband, Richard L,. of Rimersburg and Mary Jones and her husband, Colbert E., of Widnoon; one son, Thomas L. Conner and his wife, Brenda, of Rimersburg; 12 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Mr. Conner also is survived by two brothers, Allan Conner and his wife, Peg, and Dennis Conner, all of Rimersburg; four sisters, June Anthony and her husband, Robert, Linda Mortimer and her husband, Rick, and Dorothy Jean Karnes all of Mercer, and Betty Crissman of Rimersburg; and a number of nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death, along with his parents, were one grandson, Robert Daniel Rankin, who died in 1982; two brothers, Jack Conner and Wayne Conner; and two sisters, Thelma Gray and Peg Yaseck. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Officiating will be the Rev. Mark Deeter , pastor of the Allegheny Wesleyan Methodist Church; the Rev. Jason E. Schweinberg, pastor of the Widnoon United Methodist Church; and Colbert E. Jones, a lay pastor and a son-in-law of Mr. Conner's. Interment will be in Rimersburg Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Allegheny Wesleyan Church, Rimersburg, 16248, the Widnoon United Methodist Church, RD 2, Templeton, 16259, or to Grace Community Church, Curllsville, Pa. Online condolences may be sent to: www.hillisfuneralhome.com Ralph John Godenschawger, 78, of Marienville joined our Lord on April 5, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born June 8, 1930, in Cleveland, he was the son of the late William and Emily Godenschawger. He was married Dec. 5, 1964,to Helen Marie Karl, who survives. Mr Godenschawger graduated from Albion Area High School in 1948. He served four years in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He worked for Marx Toy Factory in Girard, was a carpenter in the Marienville area and retired from the Pennsylvania State Liquor Store in Marienville after 25 years of service. He enjoyed gardening, carpentry, hunting, feeding wildlife, bird watching, working outside, cooking and just being with his family. He was of the Presbyterian faith. Known by many friends and family as "Ralphie," he also was known to his family as Dad, Grandpa and Papa. He will be greatly missed by his family who loved him very much. In addition to his wife, Helen Marie, Mr. Godenschawger is also survived by a son, Daryl Neal (Duke) Fiscus of Scandia; and a daughter, Karla Marie (Fiscus) Patterson and her husband, Robert of Marienville. Also surviving are three grandchildren, Joshua Karl Fiscus and Laura Steffan, both of Salvo, N.C., and Shea Patterson of Marienville; one great-granddaughter, Madison Elizabeth Fiscus of Salvo, N.C.; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, William and Edward Godenschawger; and a sister, Mildred (Honey) Hoychuk. To honor his wishes, there will be no visitation or public memorial service. A private memorial service will be held for the family. Arrangements are being handled by the Ronald McDonald Funeral Home in Marienville. Dorothy L. Lusher King, 93, of Easton, Md., formerly of Denton, Md., died Monday, April 6, 2009, in William Hill Manor in Easton. Born Dec. 14, 1915, in Rockland, she was the daughter of the late Willis G. and Kathryn Sollinger Lusher. She was married Aug. 14, 1933, to J. Byers King, who preceded her in death Jan. 29, 1998. Mrs. King was a member of the Presbyterian church in Cooperstown, and had been active in the Live Wires Women's Association of the former Grace Methodist Church in Denton, Md. She had lived in Denton, Md., for 47 years prior to moving to Easton, Md., in 2000. Prior to moving to Maryland in 1953, she had managed the family home built in 1864 and helped maintain the family farm in Cooperstown. She was always busy canning, preserving, sewing, baking and gardening. After arriving in Maryland, she had a varied career, working in the sewing factory and Rue' Frozen Foods in Denton, Md. Later she worked in Atkinson's Department Store and then Wright's Fabrics, both in Easton, Md., until her retirement in the early 1980s. Since retiring, she has enjoyed reading and watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow. Mrs. King and her husband enjoyed traveling by car beginning with their honeymoon to the Chicago's World Fair. Every June they returned to the family home in Cooperstown for the summers, returning to Maryland at the end of August. In later years they made trips to Florida, Texas, and a cross-country trip to California visiting the Grand Canyon, Black Mountains of North Dakota and relatives in the Midwest. Mrs. King is survived by six children, Theda K. Henry of Denton, Md., Charles W. King of Denton, Texas, Barbara K. Eaton, Mary K. Schreiber and Virginia L. Kilmon, all of Easton, Md. and Ruth Anne Rader of Camden, Del.; and 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. King was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth L. Bell in 1968. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Moore Funeral Home, 12 South Second St., Denton, Md. Funeral services will be at 1p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Denton Cemetery, Denton, Md. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. James Leroy Pyle I, 70, of 573 Sunville Road, Franklin went to be with the Lord at 12:15 p.m. on Palm Sunday, April 5, 2009, at UPMC Northwest Medical Center. Born Oct. 10, 1938, he was the son of the late James Blair and Ruth Pyle. He was married March 9, 1956, in Buffalo, N.Y., to the former Janice Esther Watson, who survives. Mr. Pyle was a member of Christ United Methodist Church in Franklin. He was employed at Polk Center and Franklin Library as a custodian. He later worked for 30 years as Manager of Baker Auction Co. He enjoyed working on cars in his garage with his sons. Mr. Pyle enjoyed football and NASCAR, and was a fan of Kyle Busch. He was loved by his loving wife of 53 years, his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Mr. Pyle is survived by nine children, Marion McCool and her husband, Glenn, of Franklin, James Leroy Pyle II and his wife, Nancy, of Franklin, Darryl A. Pyle and his wife, Betty, of Franklin, Darren D. Pyle and his wife, Lisa, of Cooperstown, Lynne L. Dick and her husband, Ron, of Sandy Lake, Wayne I. "Jake" Pyle and his wife, Lisa, of Oil City, Lauren M. Malone and her husband, Eric, of Ashtabula, Ohio, Renee L. Sterling and her husband, Jim, of Fredricksburg, Va. and Aaron J. Pyle of Franklin. He is survived by 20 grandchildren, Glenn McCool, Jr., Kayla McCool, Shana Pyle, Jennifer Pyle, Darren Pyle Jr., Jimmy Pyle, Shelly Pyle, Chaz Burt, Amber Pyle, Adam Pyle, Sara Pyle, Brenden Dick, Shannon Dick, Cameron Pyle, Delana "Sissy" Pyle, Aaron Pyle, Ashley Butryn, Thomas Butryn Jr., Tiffany Sterling "Widdy" and Matthew Sterling. Mr. Pyle is survived by nine great-grandchildren, Nicolas Rios, Rilee McCool, Madison "Doo" Marsh, Dylan Pyle, Kya Pyle, Autumn McKnight and Donovan McKnight. Mr. Pyle is also survived by five siblings, Grace, Linda, Judy, Randy and Mike. In addition to his parents, Mr. Pyle was preceded in death by an infant brother, Harry Pyle; a daughter, Lorraine Ann Pyle; a son, John Blair Pyle. Friends and family will be received from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Gardinier Funeral Home, 1315 Chestnut St., Franklin. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with the Rev. David Janz officiating. Interment will follow at Franklin Cemetery. The family suggests Memorial Contributions be made to the American Cancer Society and the Venango County Visiting Nurses Association. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.info@gardinierfuneralhome.com. Urey memorial services set Lyle G. Urey Sr.,77, of 407 Seventh St., Franklin died Friday, April 3, 2009, at St. Vincent Health Center, Erie. Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Seventh Street Church of God with the Rev. James Leichliter, pastor, officiating. Military honors will be rendered by the V.E.T.S. Honor Guard. Huff Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

The Derrick, April 6, 2009: Robert L. Conner, Lansomham Road, Rimersburg Judith Marlene James, 283 Henry Road, Rimersburg Robert Andrew McMillen, 714 Innis St., Oil City Robert L. Peck, 110 Moran St. Oil City Getting it right - Grace Ellen Elliott and Esther Marie Mathews Robert L. Conner, 85, of Lawsonham Road, Rimersburg, died at 7 a.m. Sunday, April 5, 2009, at Clarview Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center, Sligo. The Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home, Rimersburg, is handling the arrangements. A complete obituary will be published in Tuesday Derrick. Judith Marlene James, 64, of 283 Henry Road, Rimersburg, died Friday, April 3, 2009, at her residence. Born April 27, 1944, in Brookville, she was a daughter of Marvin C. and Grace (Evans) Miller. Mrs. James was a housewife. She was a member of the Carwick Wesleyan Methodist Church, where she played piano and helped with the "Relief Time" Bible school program. She was married Oct. 12, 1968, to James R. James, who survives. Survivors also include two sons and their wives, Jesse R. and Suzann James of Leeper and Jamie M. and Renee James of Monaca; her father, Marvin C. Miller of Mayport; and four grandchildren, Julie James, Joshua James, Christy James and Elizabeth James. Also surviving are her mother-in-law, Pauline James of Rimersburg; and a sister-in-law, Cathie Miller. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by a brother, Harold M. Miller Sr.; and her father-in-law, Arthur I. James. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with Pastor Gary Guntrum of the Carwick Wesleyan Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Mahoning Township, Armstrong County. Robert Andrew McMillen, 86, of 714 Innis St., Oil City, died at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 3, 2009, at his residence. Born May 1, 1922, in Sheffield, he was a son of Lore C. and Cora Neely McMillen. After the death of his mother in May of 1922, Bob went to live with his paternal grandparents, Robert and Blanche McMillen of Yellow Hammer. Mr. McMillen retired from Continental Can Co after 38 years of service. He was married on Feb. 5, 1944, to the former Betty Jane Fry, who survives. They celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this year. Also surviving are one son, Bill McMillen and wife, Joy, of Seneca; one daughter-in-law, Beverly Kemp and husband, James, of Brookville; and five grandchildren, Erik and Stacy McMillen of Ravenna, Ohio, Sgt. Cory J, McMillen, stationed with the U.S. Army, Susan and David Sayers, and Mike and Amy Himes, all of Brookville, and Jackie Bouch of Corsica. Survivors also include five great-grandchildren, David James and Alexandria Sayers, Wyatt and Bailey Bouch and Kendra Himes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Robert Lee McMillen; one brother, Marian McMillen; and two sisters, Lilas Anderson and Elsie Kaminsky. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Wilson and the Rev. Sue Evans officiating. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kan., 66675, or to a charity of one's choice. Robert L. Peck, 84, of 110 Moran St., Oil City, a retired state parole agent, died at 4:35 p.m. Friday April 3, 2009, at UPMC-Northwest, Seneca. A complete obituary will be published in The Derrick at a later date. The Reinsel Funeral Home & Crematory of Oil City is in charge of arrangements. Getting it right - Grace Ellen Elliott and Esther Marie Mathews Grace Ellen Elliott and Esther Marie Mathews: Grace Ellen Elliott, 13, of Knox, and her grandmother, Esther Marie Matthews, 73, of Knox, died Thursday evening, April 2, 2009, in an automobile accident on Route 208 outside of Knox. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Elliott-Matthews Memorial Fund, in care of William "Buck" Matthews, 9692 Route 208, Knox, 16232.

Friends-- I learned today from an old obituary that Letitia (Jurey) (Emminger) Haney died on October 5 1920 in Sharon PA. She was brought back from Sharon to a Lickingville PA Cemetery for burial. She was a Clarion County native who was born on April 19 1853. She married Daniel B. Emminger, a Civil War Soldier on May 6 1873, who died from a deteriorating Civil War physical condition in 1892. She later had a 2nd marriage about 20 years later to John Haney. My guess is that she is buried alongside of her husband Daniel B. Emminger in this Lickingville PA cemetery. Can anyone elaborate on this cemetery? Where is it? Does she and her husband have a gravestone? (He certainly should since he was a Civil War Soldier.) Any help would be greatly appreciated. Sincerely, George Hoyt in CA **************Feeling the pinch at the grocery store? Make dinner for $10 or less. (http://food.aol.com/frugal-feasts?ncid=emlcntusfood00000001)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: MarshaJAllen Surnames: BIGHLEY - BIGLEY - GRUBER - SIVERLING - MOHNEY Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/3212.696.721.729.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thanks to everyone who has shared information on Miles BIGLEY and families. Miles married Catharine GRUBER 1841-1923, the oldest daughter of Peter GRUBER 1815-1886 and Lydia MOHNEY 1820-1853. Peter is the oldest brother of my great-grandfather John GRUBER, Jr. 1824-1904. They were all in Clarion County, PA to begin, and then Peter and family, and brother Henry 1819-1902 and family, and brother George 1828-1904 and family, moved to Isabella County, Michigan, after the Civil War. Thanks to Gail Siverling Dulgar and all that she sent me a few years ago! I've worked a lot on this family this last week and have compiled a report. This site will not let me attach a word document. Please email me and I will send it to you. It is 13 pages long with sources and notes. Here is infor without sources. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Descendants of Miles BIGLEY 1838-1903 & Catharine GRUBER 1841-1923 Prepared by Marsha Gold Allen, 5 April 2009 allenfam66@yahoo.com First Generation 1. Miles BIGLEY 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 was born in Mar 1838 in , Clarion, Pennsylvania. He died9 on 29 Apr 1903 in Auburdale, Wood, Wisconsin. Miles married (1) Catharine or Chatarina GRUBER 10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19,20 daughter of Peter GRUBER and Lydia MOHNEY on 9 Jan 1862 in , Clarion, Pennsylvania. Catharine was born in Redbank Township, Clarion, Pennsylvania. She was christened21 on 8 Jan 1841 in Alcola, Redbank Township, Clarion, Pennsylvania. She died22 on 6 Mar 1923 in Lansing, Ingham, Michigan. She was buried in Cherry Grove Cemetery, Clare, Clare, Michigan. They had the following children: 2 F i. Elizabeth Annetta or Nettie BIGLEY was born on 1 Feb 1863. She died on 5 Dec 1948. 3 F ii. Sintha Anna or Annie C. BIGLEY was born in Apr 1864. 4 F iii. Sylvia A. or Jennie BIGLEY 23,24,25,26 was born about 1866 in , Clarion, Pennsylvania. She died before 1880 in Clare, Clare, Michigan. 5 M iv. Charles Irvin BIGLEY 27,28,29,30 was born in 1869 in , Clarion, Pennsylvania. He died before 1923 in , , Michigan. Charles married Jennie R. SEXSMITH 31 daughter of John SEXSMITH and Maria PETERS on 22 Oct 1890 in Clare, Clare, Michigan. Jennie was born in 1872 in ,United States. 6 M v. Jessie Ellis BIGLEY was born on 25 Dec 1871. He died on 5 Mar 1913. Miles married (2) Mary BROWN 32 on 14 Mar 1887 in Auburndale, , Wisconsin. They had the following children, with the only record in his veteran's application; they're not located on any censuses: 7 F vi. Emma BIGLEY 33 was born on 16 Aug 1888 in , Wisconsin. 8 F vii. Davina BIGLEY 34 was born on 11 Sep 1890 in , ,Wisconsin. 9 F viii. Minerva BIGLEY 35 was born on 14 Feb 1892 in , ,Wisconsin. 10 M ix. John BIGLEY 36 was born on 14 Apr 1894 in , ,Wisconsin. Second Generation 2. Elizabeth Annetta or Nettie BIGLEY "Nettie" 37,38,39,40,41,42,43,44 (Miles) was born on 1 Feb 1863 in Redbank Township, Clarion, Pennsylvania. She died45 on 5 Dec 1948 in of Monrovia, Los Angeles, California. Elizabeth married Jardin H. or Jordon SCHILLING 46,47,48,49,50,51 son of Henry SHILLING and Margaret on 14 Jun 1880 in Clare, Clare, Michigan. Jardin was born in Nov 1851 in Pleasant Township, Hancock, Ohio. He died in Monrovia, Los Angeles, California. Jardin and Elizabeth had the following children: 11 M i. Leo F. SCHILLING 52,53,54,55 was born56 on 5 Jan 1884 in Clare, Clare, Michigan. Leo married Lolah B. WARREN 57,58 daughter of Mr. WARREN on 18 Dec 1907 in Petoskey, Emmet, Michigan. Lolah was born in 1882 in , , Michigan. 12 F ii. Bessie H. SCHILLING was born on 26 Feb 1887. She died on 24 Aug 1983. 3. Sintha Anna or Annie C. BIGLEY 59,60,61,62,63,64 (Miles) was born in Apr 1864 in , Clarion, Pennsylvania. She died in , , Michigan. Sintha married68 John MCDONALD 65,66,67 on 5 May 1886 in Mount Pleasant, Isabella, Michigan. John was born in Dec 1856 in , , Canada. They had the following children: 13 F i. Irene MCDONALD 69,70 was born71 on 8 Mar 1890 in Clare, Clare, Michigan. Irene married Edmund L. BRAMAN 72 on 30 Dec 1925 in Lansing, Ingham, Michigan. Edmund was born in 1879 in , Jackson, Michigan. 14 F ii. Martha B. MCDONALD 73 was born in Feb 1894 in of Redding Township, Clare, Michigan. 6. Jessie Ellis BIGLEY 74,75,76,77,78,79 (Miles) was born on 25 Dec 1871 in Shepherd, Isabella, Michigan. He died80 on 5 Mar 1913 in Elberta, Benzie, Michigan. He was buried in Cherry Grove Cemetery, Clare, Clare, Michigan. Jessie married Martha E. FINTON 81,82,83 daughter of James FINTON on 22 Feb 1893 in Clare, Clare, Michigan. Martha was born on 1 Jan 1872 in , , Canada. She died in of, Benzie, Michigan. They had the following children: 15 F i. Daughter BIGLEY 84 was born85 on 14 Jan 1895 in Temple, Clare, Michigan. She died86 on 14 Jan 1895 in Redding Township, Clare, Michigan. 16 M ii. Jesse Loyce BIGLEY was born on 18 Mar 1899. He died on 15 Jan 1962. Third Generation 12. Bessie H. SCHILLING "Bess" 87,88,89,90,91,92 (Elizabeth Annetta or Nettie BIGLEY, Miles) was born on 26 Feb 1887 in Petosky, Emmet, Michigan. She died93 on 24 Aug 1983 in , Los Angeles, California. Bessie married Irving Albert CRAWFORD 94,95,96,97,98,99,100 son of Carl or Karl CRAWFORD and Bertha E. BARLETT on 25 Dec 1907 in Petoskey, Emmet, Michigan. Irving was born on 21 Aug 1887 in Burt Lake, Cheboygan, Michigan. He died101 on 24 Mar 1961 in , Los Angeles, California. They had the following children: 17 M i. Thomas Carl CRAWFORD 102,103 was born in 1914 in Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan. 18 M ii. Robert I. CRAWFORD 104,105 was born in 1916 in Grand Rapids, Kent, Michigan. 16. Jesse Loyce BIGLEY 106,107,108 (Jessie Ellis, Miles) was born on 18 Mar 1899 in , Clare, Michigan. He died109 on 15 Jan 1962 in , , Michigan. Jesse married Clora I. THOMAS 110,111,112 . Clora was born on 24 Dec 1901 in Elberta, Benzie, Michigan. She died113 on 26 Mar 1988 in Frankford, Benzie, Michigan. She was buried in Gilmore Township Cemetery, Gilmore, Benzie, Michigan. They had the following children: 19 M i. Jesse Loyce BIGLEY Jr. was born in 1920. 20 F ii. Jeanette Marie BIGLEY was born in 1923. 21 M iii. Richard Ellis BIGLEY 114,115 was born in 1924/1925 in Elberta, Benzie, Michigan. He died in 1945 in European Battlefield WWII. He was buried in Gilmore Township Cemetery, Gilmore, Benzie, Michigan. Fourth Generation 19. Jesse Loyce BIGLEY Jr. 116,117 (Jesse Loyce, Jessie Ellis, Miles) was born in 1920 in Elberta, Benzie, Michigan. He had the following children: 22 M i. Son BIGLEY 118 . 20. Jeanette Marie BIGLEY 119,120 (Jesse Loyce, Jessie Ellis, Miles) was born in 1923 in Elberta, Benzie, Michigan. Jeanette married ___ BANKSTON 121 . They had the following children: 23 F i. Martha BANKSTON 122 was born about 1948. 24 F ii. Roberta BANKSTON 123 was born about 1955. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ You can see that I have 123 source citations, but there's not room to add them here. I also can share the ancestry of Catharine GRUBER, wife of Miles BIGLEY. Question for Gail: Did you ever find any more documentation for the second group of children for Miles? Question for Patrick Henry: Is James BIGHLEY born 1860 really a child of John & Barbara BIGHLEY? They were in their 50s or 60s when he was born. Maybe a grandchild? Question for everyone: Who was Gilbert McLAIN born 1858, and adopted by John & Barbara as listed in 1860 census? Please send any questions or comments to me. Thanks! I like to share and am always glad when others do likewise. Marsha Gold Allen allenfam66@yahoo.com Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

The Derrick, April 4, 2009: Grace Ellen Elliott, Knox Walter J. "Jack" Lewis Sr., formerly of Oil City Rodney H. Ludwig, Seymour, Ind., formerly of Oil City Esther Marie Matthews, Knox Gary Lee Patsy Jr., Knox Charles Edward Shultz, Maxwell Road, Miola Ray John Switzer, Meadville, Clarion County native Lyle G. Urey Sr., 407 7th St., Franklin Getting it right - Fred E. Drayer Grace Ellen Elliott, 13, of Knox, died Thursday evening, April 2, 2009, along with her grandmother, Esther Marie Matthews, in an automobile accident on Route 208 near Knox. Born Nov. 16, 1995, in Clarion, she was the daughter of Valarie Marie Matthews of Knox and Vincent David Elliott of Clarion. Miss Elliott was a seventh-grade student at Keystone High School and belonged to the Girl Scouts. She loved horses and her dog, "Buddy," and she enjoyed using the computer and playing with her niece and nephew. She is survived by her parents; her grandfather, William "Buck" Matthews of Knox; three brothers, Jonathon Elliott, David Elliott and Seth Seidle; four sisters, Amanda Elliott, Marie Matthews, Jasmine Elliott and Jada Zippman; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received from noon to 2 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the William N. Rupert Mortuary Inc. in Knox. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Corona Say officiating. Interment will follow at Perry Chapel Cemetery in Pine City, Clarion County. Memorial contributions may be given to the Elliott/Matthews Memorial Fund, c/o S&T Bank, 410 Main St., Clarion, 16214. Online condolences may be sent to Grace's family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com. Walter J. "Jack" Lewis Sr., 83, formerly of Oil City, died Thursday, April 2, 2009, at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. Jack served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a member of Masonic Lodge 363 of Oil City, the Royal Arch Lodge of Summit County and Eastern Star Lodge 512. Mr. Lewis retired from Conrail after more than 40 years of service. He loved woodworking and doing anything outdoors. Mr. Lewis is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Phyllis; four children, Pat Calhoun and her husband, Dennis, Judy Willett and her husband, Jack, Jack Lewis Jr. and his wife, Kim, and Chuck Lewis and his wife, Robin; and eight grandchildren, Ken Stowe, Misty Moore and her husband, Chad, Candi Shedlarski and her husband, Dustin, Matt Willett, Charlie Lewis and his wife, Sara, Jake Lewis, Jack Lewis III and Kyle Lewis. Also surviving are two great-grandchildren, Caleb Shedlarski and William Stowe; two siblings, Dorothy Wygant and Bobby Lewis; and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Ferfolia Funeral Home, 356 West Aurora Road, Ohio Route 82, Sagamore Hills, Ohio. There will also be visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at the United Methodist Church of Macedonia, 1280 East Aurora Road, Macedonia, Ohio. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church. A graveside committal service will be held at 1 p.m Tuesday at Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens in Seneca. Memorial contributions are suggested in his name to the Taussig Cancer Center at the Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio, 44195; or the American Heart Association, 1689 East 115th St., Cleveland, Ohio, 44106. Rodney H. Ludwig, 81, of Seymour, Ind., a former Oil City resident, died Thursday, April 2, 2009, in Indiana. Mr. Ludwig was an Oil City High School graduate. Esther Marie Matthews, 73, of Knox, died Thursday evening, April 2, 2009, along with her granddaughter, Grace Ellen Elliott, in an automobile accident on Route 208 near Knox. Born Aug. 8, 1935, in Elk Township, Clarion County, she was a daughter of Frank and Hattie Baughman Beichner. She was married April 27, 1957, to William "Buck" Matthews, who survives. Mrs. Matthews had been employed by Owens-Illinois and most recently at Beverly Healthcare of Shippenville. She was of the Christian faith. Her memberships include the Rod and Gun Club in Knox, The Serviceman's Club of Knox, Fryburg Sportsman's Club and the Clarion Moose Lodge. She was an avid bingo player. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three sons, George T. Hartzell and his wife, Brenda, of Shippenville, Rodney L. Matthews of Knox and Benji Matthews and his wife, Leanne, of Knox; a daughter, Valarie Matthews and her boyfriend, Mike, of Knox; five grandchildren, Rusty, Marie, Chyenne, Jasmine and Paige; two great-grandchildren, Trenton and Brinden; four brothers, Francis, Richard, Allen and James; and five sisters, Elva, Judy, Geraldine, Margaret and Rita. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Matthews was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Brinna Hartzell; three brothers, Leonard, Henry and Harold; and a sister, Henrietta. Friends will be received from noon to 2 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the William N. Rupert Mortuary Inc. in Knox Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Corona Say officiating. Interment will follow in Perry Chapel Cemetery at Pine City, Clarion County. The family suggests memorial contributions be given to Clarion County Children and Youth Services at 214 S. Seventh Ave., Clarion, 16214. Online condolences may be sent to Esther's family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com. Gary Lee Patsy Jr., 36, of Knox, died Thursday, April 2, 2009. Born Oct. 9, 1972, in Clarion, he was the son of Gary L. Patsy Sr. and Bonnie Carbaugh Patsy of Lamartine. Mr. Patsy owned and operated Patsy Auto Service in Knox. He was a member of the Rod and Gun Club in Knox, and he enjoyed taking youngsters on fishing derbies. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his fiancee, Lora Couch; four children, Ayla and Lauren Couch, both of Knox, and Cole and Cody Patsy, both of Corsica; one sister, Angie Alcorn of Knox; and a niece, Becca DeLair of Knox. Friends will be received from 5 to 7:45 p.m. Monday at the William N. Rupert Mortuary Inc. in Knox. A memorial service will be held at 8 p.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Jimmy Swogger officiating. Memorials contributions may be made to "Hunt of a Lifetime", a hunting program for terminally ill children, at www.huntofalifetime.org. Online condolences may be sent to Gary's family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com Charles Edward Shultz, 78, of Maxwell Road, Miola, passed away early Friday, April 3, 2009, in Brookville Hospital. Born April 22, 1930, in Bradys Bend, he was the son of Earl Webster and Anna Elizabeth Wyant Shultz. Mr. Shultz was married Aug. 12, 1950, to the former Claire "Kate" Maxwell, who preceded him death Jan. 15, 2003. He served with the Army during the Korean War. Mr. Shultz retired as foreman of the sheet metal department of Conair in Franklin after 22 years. He was the owner of Shultz Sheet Metal Shop in Miola. He enjoyed his cats and dogs, farming and raising beef cattle and horses. Mr. Shultz was a member of the Fryburg Sportsman's Club. He is survived by a son, Donald Shultz and his wife, Carol; a daughter, Kristin Ann Shultz; and his companion of six years, Elinor Robinson, all of Miola. Also surviving are two brothers, Joseph Shultz and his wife, Esther, of Fenelton; and Dan Shultz of East Brady; six sisters, Eleanor Gerner and her husband, Walter, of Saver; Judy Crawford and her husband, Raymond, of East Brady; Barbara Zimmerman of Clintonville; Helen Whitmer and her husband, Clifford, of Emlenton; Marilyn Rankin and her husband, James, of Rimersburg; and Susan Yockey of Worthington; a sister-in-law, Vivian Hook and her husband, John, of Franklin; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a son, Edward Shultz; three brothers, Guy Shultz, James Shultz and Earl T. Shultz; and three sisters, Rose Hester, Carolyn Stoughtman and Sally Shultz. The family will receive friends from noon to 2 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion. Military honors by American Legion Post 66 of Clarion will be conducted at 10:45 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with Pastor Tom Pesci of East Brady Baptist Church officiating. Interment will be in Miola Cemetery. Donations and memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, 15205, or Clarion PAWS, P.O. Box 804, Clarion, 16214. Those wishing to submit condolences may do so by visiting www.rvburnsfuneralhome.comn. Ray John Switzer, 83, of Leslie Road, Meadville, a Clarion County native who became a pilot during World War II, died Thursday, April 2, 2009, in Hamot Medical Center of Erie. Born April 5, 1925, in Knox, he was a son of Raymond R. and Margaret Berlin Switzer. Mr. Switzer married his high school sweetheart, June Shaner, in 1947, and she survives. He was a 1943 graduate and president of his class at White Memorial High School in Knox. Following graduation, he entered military service and served with the 8th Air Force, 25th Bomb Group, 652nd Bomb Squadron as a B-17 pilot during World War II. He was stationed in England and flew missions over Europe and North Africa, receiving several commendations for his service, including the Air Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters, Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, European/African/Middle East Medal with three Bronze Stars, World War II Victory Medal, Army of Occupation Medal with Germany Bar, U.S. Army Service Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, Honorable Discharge Pin and Combat Service Medal. After the war, he received his bachelor of science degree in education from Clarion State Teachers College in 1951. He continued his education at Penn State University from 1953 to 1954, Allegheny College of Meadville from 1963 to 1965 and Bridgewater State College of Massachusetts in 1967, achievening BAS Advanced Honors through the National Science Foundation in 1963, 1964 and 1967. Mr. Switzer began his teaching career in St. Petersburg from 1951 to 1952 and then moved to the Brookville Area School District in Sigel from 1952 to 1957. He taught at Maple Heights High School in Ohio from 1959 to 1960. Mr. Switzer retired in 1983 from Cambridge Springs High School, where he taught science, starting in 1961. He also served as an assistant principal. He was a member of the National Education Association, Pennsylvania State Education Association and Trinity Lutheran Church, where he was also a member of the church council. Mr. Switzer was the first president of the Meadville Pilots Association and was president of Aviation Explorer Post 205. His love of flying and his strong faith were reflected in his favorite poem, "High Flight" by John Gillespie Magee Jr., and his favorite Bible passage, Isaiah 40:6-8. In his retirement, Mr. Switzer enjoyed traveling to spend time with his children, grandchildren, family and friends. He also enjoyed family genealogical research, Civil War history, golfing and reading, and he was an avid sports fan. Ray is survived by June, his loving wife of 62 years; a son, Richard W. Switzer and his wife, Erin, of Vancouver, B.C.; a daughter, Michelle Eppinga and her husband, Scott, of Lexington, N.C.; and five grandchildren, Bill Switzer, Mackenzie Switzer and Taylor Switzer, all of Vancouver, B.C., Matthew Cheely and his wife, Christie Sue, of Raleigh, N.C., and Adam Cheely and his wife, Erin, of Durham, N.C. He is also survived by three sisters, Doris Snively of Florissant, Colo., Virginia Hook and her husband, Ron, of Knox, and Margaret "Peg" Fiscus and her husband, Fred, of Knox; two brothers, Larry Switzer and his wife, Virginia, of Knox, and Dr. Gary Switzer and his wife, Janet, of Franklin; two sisters-in-law, Luci Wolf and her husband, Lloyd, of Pacific Palisades, Calif., and Nancy Fink and her husband, Paul, of Carpinteria, Calif.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Calling hours will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Robert W. Waid Funeral Home Inc. at 581 Chestnut St., Meadville. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday in Trinity Lutheran Church, 649 Park Ave., Meadville, with the Rev. Ben Travis, pastor, officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at Knox Union Cemetery, Knox. The family suggests memorials be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 649 Park Ave., Meadville, Pa., 16335. Lyle G. Urey Sr., 76, of 407 7th St., Franklin, died at 12:30 a.m. Friday, April 3, 2009, at St. Vincent Medical Center, Erie. Born Dec. 5, 1932, in Franklin, he was a son of James F. and Stacia Hazlett Urey. He was married June 26, 1954, to the former Shirley Foster, who survives. Mr. Urey attended Rockland High School He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving as a sergeant in the U.S. Army. He was awarded the Korean Service Medal 2BS, United Nations Service Medal and National Defense Service Medal. Mr. Urey was a truck driver for more than 30 years, most recently driving for Mushroom Transportation. Mr. Urey enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, particularly watching their sporting events. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, gambling and woodworking. In addition to his wife, Mr. Urey is survived by a son, Lyle G. Urey Jr. and his wife, Anita, of Van; a daughter, Debra L. Hesson and her husband, James, of Polk; and four grandchildren, Kevin Hesson and Kelley Hesson, both of Polk, and Alyssa Urey and Dakota Urey, both of Van. He is also survived by a sister, Maxine Sires of Franklin; and two brothers, James Urey of Titusville and Frank Urey of El Paso, Texas. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a great-grandson, Gunner Montgomery; two brothers, Robert Urey and William Urey; and two sisters, Jennie Rodgers and Zeldean Foster. The Huff Chapel in Franklin is in charge of arrangements, and there will be no public visitation. A time and place for a memorial service will be announced at a later time. The family has suggested as a memorial for each person to live each day to its fullest. Memorial donations may be made to Renal Care of Oil City, 6945 US 322, Cranberry, 16319; Franklin VFW, 603 Liberty St., Franklin, 16323; or the Franklin or Cranberry Little League Associations. Online condolences may be sent to www.huffchapel.com. Getting it right - Fred E. Drayer Fred E. Drayer, 85, of New Bethlehem went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, March 26, 2009. A memorial service for Mr. Drayer will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday at Kahletown Community Church on Sigel Fisher Road in Corsica. The Rev. Milton Nichols, the church pastor, can be contacted at 814-335-8933 for directions to the church.

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The Derrick, April 3, 2009: Pamela Jean Crusan, 9 Crestview Drive, Franklin Doris N. Flack, formerly of the Franklin area Alberta I. Himes, Golden Living Center, Shippenville Bert E. Johnson, 410 North St., Oil City Glenn Moyer, 48 Carson Ave., Oil City Pamela Jean Crusan, 44, of 9 Crestview Drive, Apt. 103, Franklin, died at 12:36 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at UPMC Northwest. Born Oct. 31, 1964, in Bremerton, Wash., she was the daughter of the late Daryl Vogan and Mary Fornoff. Ms. Crusan was disabled. She was a member of Franklin Foursquare Church. Her daughter was the love of her life. In addition to her parents, Ms. Crusan is survived by one child, Cheyenne Crusan of Polk; four stepsons, Donald Spencer of Oil City, Gerald Crusan of Oil City, Shawn Crusan of Oil City and Ira L. Crusan of Iraq; a stepdaughter, Elizabeth Cooley of Franklin; and five step-grandchildren, Lilliana Spencer of Oil City, Baylee Spencer of Oil City, Tara Cooley of Franklin, Katie Cooley of Franklin and Erin Cooley of Franklin. She is also survived by two brothers, Thomas Vogan of Bay City, Mich., and Doug Vogan of Seale, Ala. In addition to her parents, Ms. Crusan was preceded in death by a son, Timothy Spencer. Funeral services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are being handled by Gardinier Funeral Home Inc. of Franklin. Condolences may be sent online at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com Doris N. Flack, 77, a former Franklin area resident, passed away Friday, March 27, 2009, at her home in Portland, Ore. She was born May 25, 1931, the daughter of the late Nathan L. and Ellen P. Barnett Timmis. Alberta I. Himes, 94, of Golden Living Center, Shippenville, a former Clarion resident, died Thursday, April 2, 2009, at the Golden Living Center in Shippenville. Born Nov. 21, 1914, in Frogtown, Limestone Township, she was the daughter of Arthur M. and Claire Mercer Miller. She was married Sept. 3, 1955, to Charles Donald Himes, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Himes was a homemaker. She was a member of the New Rehobeth-Greenville Presbyterian Church, and she enjoyed gardening and traveling. She worked for Reinsel's Clover Farm Store in Frogtown and then ran the Himes Red & White in Limestone Township with her husband. She later worked at the Clarion Frozen Food Locker. Mrs. Himes is survived by three sons, Donald B. Himes and his wife, Sandra, of Strattanville, William Himes and his wife, Linda, of Rimersburg and Charles L. Himes and his wife, Bonnie, of Strattanville; five daughters, Joan Bell of Hubbard, Ohio, Ellen Daugherty of Clarion, Shirley Marshall and her husband, Charles, of Punxsutawney, Pearl Coppini and her husband, Peter, of Caledonia, N.Y. and Debra Guntrum and her husband, Tim, of Clarion. Also surviving are 38 grandchildren, 67 great-grandchildren and 45 great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Himes was preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Collins; a brother, a sister, a grandson, a granddaughter and three sons-in-law. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Goble Funeral Home & Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. James Dietrich officiating. Interment will follow in New Rehobeth Cemetery. Memorials may be made to New Rehobeth-Greenville Presbyterian Church, Clarion, 16214. Online condolences may be sent to www.goblefh.net. Bert E. Johnson, 51, of 410 North St., Oil City, died 9:58 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at UPMC Northwest, after a bout with cancer. Born March 27, 1958, in Oil City, he was the son of the late Richard M. and Elsie Erhart Johnson. He was a graduate of Oil City High School and has lived in the Rocky Grove and Oil City area all of his life. Mr. Johnson was employed as a truck driver for KEI Trucking in Oil City and had also driven for W.L. Dunn Trucking. His hobbies included watching Nascar racing and professional wrestling. He is survived by his companion of over 15 years, Martha D. Clonch of Oil City; two brothers, Richard A. Johnson and his wife, Dixie, of Oil City and James R. Johnson and his wife, Tammy, of Franklin; two sisters, Agnes Goodman of Franklin and Judy Exley and her husband, Richard, of Franklin; four stepsons, Leslie S. Hale, Johnny Clonch, Brian Updegraff and Randall Clonch; and a number of nieces and nephews. Mr. Johnson was preceded in death by his parents. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Hutchinson Funeral Home, 201 Bissell Ave., Oil City. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. Interment will be in the Grove Hill Cemetery of Oil City. Glenn Moyer, 78, of 48 Carson Ave., Oil City, died at 8:55 a.m. Thursday, April 2, 2009, at Titusville Area Hospital. Born Dec. 22, 1930, in Oil City, he was the son of the late Merritt and Hazel Bush Moyer. Mr. Moyer attended Oil City High School and lived in the Oil City area his entire life. He worked for more than 30 years at the Oil City/Foster Forbes Glass Plant in Rouseville as an electrician until the plant closed. He then worked as a maintenance man at the Oil City YMCA for a number of years. Mr. Moyer was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church in Oil City and was an avid golfer. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict, attaining the rank of corporal. Mr. Moyer is survived by two sisters, Vera Moyer of Oil City and Donna Lineman of Seneca; two nieces, Rose Ann Smith of Oil City and Tracey Lineman of York; and two nephews, Jeff Smith of Oil City and Derrick Smith of Emlenton. In addition to his parents, Mr. Moyer was preceded in death by three sisters, Mildred Moyer, Alice Smith and Bernice Moyer; a brother, Eugene Moyer; and a niece, Elista Phillipi. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Hutchinson Funeral Home, 201 Bissell Ave., Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home with the Rev. Bruce Davis, pastor of Calvary United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens, Cranberry. Memorial contributions can be made to Calvary United Methodist Church, 115 E. First Street, Oil City, 16301.