The Derrick, April 2, 2009: Richard C. Alcorn, of Erie, formerly of Wesley Salvatore "Sam" Barbalaci, 233 Grant St., Franklin Nathan Porter Croasmun, Marienville Fred E. Drayer, New Bethlehem Bruce K. Dunham, Hempfield Township, Mercer County Bert E. Johnson, 410 North St., Oil City Dorothy McKinley McCleary, Stoneboro Judith Ann Strotman, Knox Donald J. Winger Jr., 114 Schoolhouse Road, Oil City Richard C. Alcorn, 76, of Erie, formerly of Wesley, died peacefully, going from this earthly life to his heavenly home on March 31, 2009, at the Veterans Memorial Hospital, Erie, after an extended illness. Born Jan. 21, 1933, in Ringgold Twp., Jefferson County, he was the son of Charles L. Alcorn and Arabelle L. Enterline Alcorn. He married Margaret "Peg" Alcorn on Sept. 24, 1954, and she passed away on Nov. 8, 2005. They were married for 51 years. He joined the Army in April 1950 and was stationed in Germany with occupation forces for three years. He was discharged on April 16, 1954. After the service, Mr. Alcorn first worked at Victory School where he hung plaster when the school was being built. He then was employed at HT Osborn Construction for a short time. Later, he was employed at Cooper Bessemer in Grove City for nine years until his disability on May 17, 1964. Later in life he transported the Amish for 17 years on many trips locally and out of town, before retiring to Erie to be closer to his children. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. Mr. Alcorn was an active member of the Barkeyville United Methodist Church until he moved to Erie in 2005. He then became a member of Emmanuel Presbyterian Church. Mr. Alcorn was a past member of the Clinton-Irwin Rod and Gun Club. He was also a past president of the Venango County Federation of Sportmans Clubs. He is survived by six children, Marvin Alcorn and his wife, Deb, of Illinois, Richard Gross and his wife, Karola, of Germany, Debbie Alcorn, Douglas Alcorn, Marcia Cass and her husband, Steve, and Pam Kindle and her husband, Dan, all of Erie. He is also survived by four sisters, Linda Bryant and her husband, Rob, of Virginia, Donna Early and her husband, Steve, of Eau Claire, Shirley Kelly of Harrisville and Jean Reitz of Brookville; three brothers, Bill Alcorn of Greenville, Charles "Junior" Alcorn of Harrisville and Ronald Alcorn of Grove City; 12 grandchildren; and 4 great grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Alcorn is preceded in death by four brothers, James, Raymond, Robert and Clarence Alcorn; and two sisters, Helen Guiste and Delores Heslop. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Larry E. McKinley Funeral Home, 109 Emlenton St., Clintonville. The funeral service will take place at 12 p.m. Saturday in the Union Presbyterian Church, Clintonville. An hour of visitation will be held prior to the services with the Rev. Stephanie Thompson of the Barkeyville Methodist Church officiating. Internment will follow at the Crestview Memorial Garden, Grove City. Family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Okla., 73123-1718. Condolences may be sent via e-mail by visiting www.mckinleyfuneralhome.net Salvatore "Sam" Barbalaci, 70, of 233 Grant. St., Franklin, died at 7:10 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2009, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca, following an illness. Born Jan. 15, 1939, in Trenton, N.J., he was the beloved son of the late Antonio and Theresa Terranova Barbalaci. He was married June 1, 1990, to the former Angeolina N. Colella, who survives. Mr. Barbalaci attended the Trenton, N.J., schools and had proudly served his country as a seaman with the U.S. Navy. He was employed as a painter with Associated Spring Company (The Barnes Group) of Corry. He retired from the company after 35 years of service. Mr. Barbalaci was a lifelong baseball fan; in particular, he was a great New York Yankees fan. His love for children and the game of baseball prompted him to coach Little League while living in the Corry area. One of his greatest memories was to have coached the 1970s Corry Little League team to within the final qualifying game for the Little League World Series in Williamsport. He was an active and faithful member of Cooperstown United Methodist Church. At the church, Mr. Barbalaci was a certified lay speaker for the Cooperstown charge of the Western Pennsylvania Conference of the United Methodist Church. As his health permitted, he enjoyed visiting the area convalescent homes, including Sugar Creek Station, where he would sing gospel music with and for the residents. He was an avid daily reader of his Bible. In addition to his wife, Mr. Barbalaci is survived by four children, Anthony Barbalaci of Camp Hill, Michael Barbalaci and his wife, Michelle, of Erie, and Tina Duckett and Wendy Barbalaci, both of Erie; three stepchildren, Mark Cummins and his wife, Cheryl, of Dillsburg, Amy Garbacz and her husband, David, of Oil City, and Lori Rhinehart and her husband, Terry, of York; and seven grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Rosalie Petrino and her husband, Pete, of Hamilton, N.J.; a brother, Michael Barbalaci of Trenton, N.J.; and many loving nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 10 siblings. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Cooperstown United Methodist Church, Main Street, Cooperstown, with the Rev. Joseph Martin, pastor, officiating. Interment with full military honors will be at St. Patrick Cemetery, Franklin. The family requests memorial contributions, if desired, be made to The Kirtland Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 108, Franklin, 16323; or The American Kidney Fund, 8110 Executive Blvd., Suite 1010, Rockville, Md., 20852-9813. Nathan Porter Croasmun, 81, of Marienville passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at UPMC, Seneca, after a lengthy illness. Born March 11, 1929, in Kane, he was the son of Dale Forest and Seeley Porter Croasmun. He was raised in Redclyffe and was a 1946 graduate of Sigel High School He was married Feb. 15, 1953, in Brookville Methodist Church to Glenyce Richards Croasmun, who survives. Nate, a millwright, retired from Koppers, Oil City in 1991. He was previously employed at Prudential Insurance Co., U.S. Forest Service, Knox Glass, and as a dental lab technician. He was a former Jenks Township Supervisor. Mr. Croasmun was a veteran of World War II in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Marienville United Methodist Church, and a 50-year member of the Masonic Lodge, Brookville. In earlier years, he had been active in the Marienville Volunteer Fire Company and fire police. He was a long standing member in the Forest County Historical Society and was a member of MACA. He enjoyed his family, and spending time with his extended family at his homestead in Redclyffe. He especially loved riding his trail bike in the woods. One of his passions was to be in his garage-shop, he was mechanically inclined, and known for being able to fix "anything." In addition to his wife, Mr. Croasmun is survived by four children, Dale Croasmun and his wife, Joy, of Socorro, Texas, Kathryn Hepler and her husband, Doug, of Erie, Jeanne Andring and her husband, Randy, of Marienville and Nathan Croasmun II and his wife, Dawn, of Butler. He is survived by eight grandchildren, Angela Bainey and her husband, Todd, of Morrisdale, Justin Croasmun of Chicago, Ill., Joshua Hepler and his wife, Tricia, of Christiansburg, Va., Rachel Hepler of Erie, Jason Andring and Tyler Andring of Marienville, Matthew Andring of Edinboro and Bailey Croasmun of Butler; and three great-granddaughters, Brooke Bainey, Reigan Andring and Sophie Hepler. He is also survived by a sister, Betty Brandon and her husband, Kenneth, of Oriental, N.C.; a brother, Dale F. Croasmun of Bedford; a brother-in-law, Allen Richard and his wife, Charlotte, of Erie; a sister-in-law, Barbara Richards of Erie; a cousin, Marie Emery of Brookville; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, William A Croasmun. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Ronald McDonald Funeral Home in Marienville. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Marienville United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dan Richter presiding. Interment will be in the North Forest Cemetery, Marienville. Fred E. Drayer, 85, of New Bethlehem, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, March 26, 2009. Born Aug. 10, 1923, in Truittsburg, he was the son of the late Foster Drayer and Mable Oppelt Drayer. He was married Aug. 23, 1971, to the former Beverly Jean Brown, who preceded him in death. Mr. Drayer was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Navy. He was a graduate of the Pittsburgh District Church of the Nazarene and ordained an elder in the Nazarene Church in 1952. He participated in various area ministries and also founded and organized a program for the needy in July 1976, in Hawthorn, called Mission Possible. While in Bloomington, Ill., he became the co-founder of the Whippit Janitorial Company, along with his wife, Beverly. Mr. Drayer also served in evangelist mission work for 20 years. In recent years, He returned tot he Clarion County area where he became pastor of the Kahletown Community Church in Corsica. After retiring due to health issues, Mr. Drayer became a member of the Bread of Life Church. He also taught a Bible study at Broadwood Towers in New Bethlehem, where he resided, and he composed a newsletter called "Down Memory Lane." Mr. Drayer is survived by a daughter, Kathy Newton of Virginia; two sons, Gordon Drayer of Illinois and Les Drayer of Canada; a step-daughter, Sheryl Meadors of Colorado; two step-sons, Kevin Schull and Gary Schull, both of Illinois; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Drayer was preceded in death by a sister, Zelda McAninch; two infant brothers; and a special friend, Nancy Hodgson. The Kibler-Smith Funeral Home in Bloomington, Ill. will be handling the funeral service. Interment will be in the Evergreen Memorial Cemetery in Bloomington, Ill. A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday at Kahletown Community Church, located on Sigel Fisher Road in Corsica. Pastor Milton Nichols and Jeffery Hodgson will co-officiate at the services. Memorial donations may be made to Kahletown Community Church, P.O. Box 286, Corsica, 15284; or the Bread of Life Church, 413 Wood St., New Bethlehem, 16242. Local arrangements are under the direction of the Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn. Bruce K. Dunham, 73, of 4 Redwood Drive, Hempfield Township, passed away at 8:25 p.m., Tuesday, March 31, 2009 at White Cliff Nursing Home in Hempfield Township . Bruce was born Dec. 1, 1935, in Titusville, the son of the late Roscoe Kenneth and Alice (Jones) Dunham. He attended Pleasantville Elementary and graduated from Pleasantville High School in 1954. Bruce graduated from Slippery Rock State College in 1958. He served in the U.S. Army as a private first class from 1958-60. He taught English and history at Franklin High School from 1960-68 while residing in Franklin. He received his master's degree from Westminster College with a principal's certification. He was a history teacher at Penn State-Shenango Campus for 12 years. Bruce also served as assistant high school principal in Greenville from 1968-70. He then served as the high school principal at Commodore Perry from 1970 until he retired in 1993. Bruce attended Pleasantville Community Church in Pleasantville. He was a lifelong collector of antique cars with his pride being his 1948 Buick Roadmaster. He was a PIAA basketball and baseball official for 18 years. Bruce was active in coaching the baseball recreation league in Greenville. He was also active in bowling, golf, and was previously a member of the Greenville Lions Club. He was the husband of Loretta (Lauffer) Dunham, whom he married in January 1959. She survives him at home. He is also survived by two daughters: LuAnne Jurczenko of Greenville and Lynne and her husband Dan Muir of Greenville; a son: Ted Dunham of Lake Latonka; and six grandchildren: Chelsea Jurczenko, Kyrylice Jurczenko, Alycia Hooks, Taylor Hawks, T.J. Dunham, and Taren Meehan-Muir. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday and from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday at Osborne-Williams Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 73-75 Columbia Ave. Greenville A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday the funeral home. Cremains will be buried at Fairview Cemetery in Pleasantville. Memorial contributions can be made to: Greenville Area Leisure Services Association ( GALSA ) 45 Alan Ave. Greenville, 16125. An online guest book can be signed at www.osbornefuneralhome.com Bert E. Johnson, 51, of 410 North St. in Oil City, died at 9:58 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at UPMC Northwest, after and extended illness. The Hutchinson Funeral Home in Oil City is in charge of the arrangements and a complete obituary will be published in Friday's Derrick. Dorothy McKinley McCleary, 96, of Stoneboro, passed away at 6:35 a.m. Thursday, March 26, 2009, at Woodland Place, Coolspring Township. Born Nov. 1, 1912, in Raymilton, she was a daughter of Harry and Agnes Hoover Beach. She married Alvin McKinley in 1930, and he preceded her in death July 15, 1989. They spent many winters in Florida. She then married Duane McCleary in 1992, and he preceded her in death. Mrs. McCleary worked at the former Plastics Company in Franklin and was a waitress for many years at the Idlewood Restaurant in Franklin. She enjoyed fishing, gardening, crafts, crocheting and her grandchildren. Mrs. McCleary was a member of First Church of God in Grove City. She is survived by four daughters, Wilda Watson and her husband, Clark, of Stoneboro, June Stoebe and her husband, Carl, of Polk, Peggy Shindler and her husband, Max, of Las Vegas, Nev., and Ruby Lawson and her husband, Jack, of Slippery Rock; and a daughter-in-law, Ruth McKinley. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, nine great-great grandchildren and five sisters. In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Sonny McKinley; one granddaughter and one sister. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at the First Church of God with the Revs. Gene Warline and Robert Graham officiating. Interment will be at Crestview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the First Church of God, 1333 West Main St., Grove City, 16127. Arrangements are being handled by the John Flynn Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., 2630 East State St., Hermitage, 16148. Condolences may be sent by e-mail to remember@flynnfuneralhome.com Judith Ann Strotman, 66, of Knox, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009, at her home, following an illness. Born Jan. 4, 1943, in Knox, she was a daughter of the late Ralph F. and Jennie E. Call Claypool. Ms. Strotman was a school bus driver for the Keystone School District and IU6 until her retirement. She was a member of Edie's Lambs Bowling Team. She was formerly married to Ray E. Strotman, who preceded her in death Oct. 31, 2003. Ms. Strotman is survived by three sons, Brian D. Strotman and his wife, Kimberly, of Chester, Va., Michael Strotman of Knox and Kevin Strotman and his wife, Valerie, of Dinwiddle, Va.; a daughter, Brenda Kincaid Jones and her husband, Bob, of Smithfield, N.C.; and nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother, Les Claypool of New York; and three sisters, Betty Beck of Knox, Edie Barty of Sligo and Lila Kulp of Knox. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the William N. Rupert Mortuary Inc., in Knox. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Interment will follow at the Knox Union Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to Judy's family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com Donald J. Winger Jr., 88, of 114 Schoolhouse Hill Road, Oil City, died at 8:58 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born Aug. 21, 1920, in the Oil City Hospital, he was the son of Donald J. Winger Sr. and Lavanda Cauvel Winger. He was married Aug. 1, 1941, to the former Blanche Mac Miller, who preceded him in death in July 1999. Mr. Winger attended school at Hasson Heights, Nickleville and Crawford Memorial High School in Emlenton. He served on the Civilian Conservation Corps where he excelled as a wrestler. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Army, the Army Air Corps and the Army Corps of Engineers in the European and Pacific Theaters. In February 1974, he hired out on the Pennsylvania Railroad as a fireman, and he retired as an engineer in July 1982. Mr. Winger was known for TV repair, mobile home courts, ice cream trucks and a go-kart track. He drove a school bus for Oil City and Venango Christian High Schools. Mr. Winger was a volunteer for RSVP. He conducted sing-a-longs at several nursing homes in Venango and Clarion counties for eight years. Another hobby was singing in the Venango Barbertones for several years. Mr. Winger had been a member of Trinity United Methodist Church since 1954. He worked for several years in the Venango County Prison Ministry. Mr. Winger is survived by a very special friend, Pauline Boring of Plumer; three sons, Jack Winger and his wife, Patty, of Shippenville, Donald Larry Winger of Huntersville, N.C., and Gene O. Winger and his wife, Karen, of President; and four grandchildren, Von Winger of Shippenville, Rhonda Schenberg and her husband, Andy, of Plumer, Gene E. Winger and his wife, Wendy, of Oil City, and Susan O'Laughlin of President. He is also survived by eight great-grandchildren, Noah Schenberg, Nathanael Schenberg and Grace Schenberg, all of Plumer, Kendra Winger, Keisha Winger, Kayla Winger and Kara Mae Winger, all of Oil City, and Katlyn O'Laughlin of President. He is also survived by a brother, Jack Winger and his wife, Sally, of San Diego, Calif.; and a sister, Doris Bucholz and her husband, Albert, of Prosperity, S.C. In addition to his wife, Mr. Winger was preceded in death by two sisters, June Allison and Pearl Mong. It was Mr. Winger's wishes that there be no visitation or viewing. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2 Center St., Oil City. The Hutchinson Funeral Home, 201 Bissell Ave., Oil City, is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions can be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 2 Center St., Oil City, 16301; The Venango County Prison Ministry, c/o Foursquare Church, P.O. Box 347, 318 13th St., Franklin, 16323; or the youth camperships of Trinity United Methodist Church in Oil City.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Cgustaf Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/4040.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: William Boyd, son of William Boyd and Mary Laver married Mary McNaughton, daughter of Daniel Alexander McNaughton and Hannah Criswell. I don't have any information on the Sarah Keiffer you mention. Sorry. Chuck 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 1, 2009: William I. "Bill" DeLoe Jr., 1720 Old State Road, Venus Lois DeVore, Caledonia, N.Y., formerly of Clarion Robert M. Olson, The Caring Place, Franklin, formerly of Crestview Drive, Franklin Getting it Right - Elnora M. Miller William I. "Bill" DeLoe Jr., 49, of 1720 Old State Road, Venus, died at 5:10 p.m. Saturday, March 28, 2009, in UPMC Northwest of Seneca. Born Nov. 10, 1959, in Westfield, N.Y., he was a son of Hazel Brocious DeLoe and the late William I. DeLoe Sr. He was married Oct. 26, 1985, to the former Brenda VanWormer, who survives. Mr. DeLoe worked on oil rigs and at various factories. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, recycling and spending time with his grandson. In addition to his wife and mother, Mr. DeLoe is survived by two children, Kristina L. DeLoe and her special friend, Douglas Green, of Clarion and Joshua Pierce and his wife, Amanda, of Westfield, N.Y.; and two grandsons, Braniken D. Green of Clarion and Joshua Pierce Jr. of Westfield, N.Y. Also surviving are five sisters, Ruth Ann Linger and her husband, Gary, of Rockland, Bonnie Desin and her husband, Lloyd, of North East, Sandy Houser and her husband, Doug, of Mayville, N.Y., Betty Smith of Rimersburg and Robin DeLoe and her fiance, Butch Walker, of Knox; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Bruce H. Deloe; a nephew, Eric Desin; and a niece, Jessica Walker. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Brandon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the family are suggested. Lois DeVore, 84, of Caledonia, N.Y., formerly of Clarion, left us to be with her heavenly family on March 21, 2009. Born Oct. 13, 1925, in Clarion, she was a daughter of the late Charles Mason and Lulu Lawrence. She was a 1943 graduate of Clarion High School. Mrs. DeVore was very active in church work, including the choir for many years. She was a quilter most of her life and was also recognized by the state of New York for her her quilts. Clarion County Children and Youth Services received a box of Lois' handmade mittens every year. In addition to her husband, Ray W. DeVore, she is survived by a son, Fred C. DeVore and his wife, Martha; a daughter, Debra Ann McIntyre and her husband, Gary; three grandchildren, Holly Ann McIntyre, and John and Jason DeVore; two great-grandchildren, Emily and Madison DeVore; one sister, Doris Lawrence; one brother, Howard Lawrence and his wife, Shirley; two sisters-in-law, Ellen and Bernice Lawrence; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. DeVore was preceded in death by five brothers and one sister. A celebration of her life was held March 28 at the United Presbyterian Stone Church, 3177 Church St., Caledonia, N.Y., 14423. Memorials may be made to the United Presbyterian Stone Church. Robert M. Olson, 80, a former councilman and mayor of Franklin and a prominent member of the community for many years, passed away Monday, March 30, 2009, at The Caring Place in Franklin. Mr. Olson, who also was a long-time educator and a veteran of the U.S. Army, resided at The Caring Place and was formerly of Crestview Drive in Franklin. Born May 27, 1928, in Kramer, Jefferson County, he was the son of the late Arthur C. Olson and Helen Chilcott Olson. He was married July 20, 1963, to the former Ruth Gibson Olson, who preceded him in death in 2005. The couple had been married for 41 years at the time of her passing. Mr. Olson graduated from Sykesville High School in 1946 and was president of his class. He graduated from Penn State University in 1950 with a bachelor of arts degree in pre-law and secondary education and received a master of arts degree in administration in 1956. He served in the U.S. Army as a special agent in the U.S. Army Counter Intelligence Corps during the Korean Conflict. He also served in the Franklin 409th Civil Affairs Army Reserve with the rank of captain. Mr. Olson began his teaching career as a government and history teacher at Brookville High School, where he worked from 1950 until 1961. He served as president of the executive council of the Jefferson County Teachers Association. Mr. Olson moved to Franklin where he accepted a newly created position as assistant principal at Franklin High School. He retired in 1989 as a government and criminology teacher at Franklin, and he also taught GED evening classes for many years. Mr. Olson served as a councilman in Brookville from 1958 until his resignation in 1961. In 1966, he was appointed to the Housing Authority of Franklin, serving through 1972. He was elected to Franklin City Council in 1976, and he was an elected as a member of the city Government Study Commission that formulated the new city manager form of government. Mr. Olson became Franklin's deputy mayor in 1984 before being elected mayor in November 1985. He served as mayor for four years from January 1986 through December 1989. He was instrumental in the adoption of the city flag during his term as mayor, and he proudly promoted and participated in many community events and campaigned to protect the city's historical structures during his years of service to the city. Mr. Olson was a past commander of American Legion Post 476 of Franklin, a past member of Elks Lodge 110, a Boy Scout Scoutmaster and an Eagle Scout, and was past president of the AARP. He also was a member of First United Methodist Church in Franklin. Mr. Olson is survived by two daughters, Peggy Cooley and her husband, Brent, of Frederick, Md., and Patty Lankford and her husband, Jeff, of Mechanicsville, Va.; five grandchildren, Meagan Cooley, Shannon Cooley, Carson Cooley, Britney Lankford and Adam Lankford; a sister, Helen Jane Lundberg of Rockville, Md.; a niece, Linda Lundberg of California; and a great-nephew, Max Lundberg. He also is survived by his brother-in-law, Glenn W. Means of Franklin; a nephew, Glenn W. Means Jr. of Franklin; and several other sisters-in-law and brothers-in law. Bob also leaves behind many wonderful friends, including Tom and Esther King, Jim and Pat Sredinski and Art and Georgia Capozzi. Friends and family will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Gardinier Funeral Home Inc. of Chestnut Street, Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church on Liberty Street in Franklin. Interment will be at Franklin Cemetery, where full military honors will be accorded by the local VETS Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to First United Methodist Church, Liberty Street, Franklin. Online condolences may be sent to info@gardinierfuneralhome.com. Getting it Right - Elnora M. Miller Elnora M. Miller, 89, of 1455 Pittsburgh Rd., Franklin, died Sunday March 29, 2009, at Sugar Creek Station. Among her survivors were her grandson Stephen McCauley and his wife, Christine.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: vhavens2 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/4040/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Looking for information about Sarah Keiffer who was married to William Boyd about 1830. William Boyd might have been the son of William Boyd and Mary Laver. The locale would be Clarion county, Penn. As an aside, any info on the Laver side would be appreciated as well Any info would be appreciated ASAP. 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, March 31, 2009: Henry A. Andres, Halyday Run Road Alma T. Blair, North East, formerly of Franklin Cecelia L. Clark, 659 Meadville Road, Titusville Richard L. "Dick" Shoup, Culpepper, Va., formerly of Campbell Avenue, Emlenton Vernon Richard Smith, Brookville Martha L. Zeitler, Shippenville Getting it right - Sarah B. McCool Getting it Right - Thomas J. Lineman Henry A. Andres, 94, of Halyday Run Road, formerly of Chestnut Street, went to be with the Lord at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, March 29, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 1914, in Chicago, he was a devoted son of Anthony and Mary Schiffer Andres. Mr. Andres attended Assumption School in Oil City. He was a poultry farmer prior to opening Andres Bakery on Halyday Run Road in 1940, which he designed and built. He was a co-owner of Andres Bakery, a family business, which was started by his father and uncle. Mr. Andres was a member of Assumption BVM Church and the PNA. He was a devoted family man who enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Mr. Andres loved taking long walks through his woods, was proud of his Polish heritage and loved to dance the polka. On Sept. 10, 1945, at Assumption BVM Church, he married Irene Mary Pilewski, who preceded him in death April 1, 2008. Mr. Andres is survived by seven "baker's half dozen" children, Rose Marie Ulrich and her husband, Joseph, of Smithsburg, Md., Eugene Andres and his wife, Patricia, of South Euclid, Ohio, Kathryn "Kathy" McBride and Steve Brzezinski of Oil City, Larry Andres and his wife, Diane, of Oil City, Jim Andres and his wife, Janet, of Franklin, Jerome Andres and Vic Tiberie of Coraopolis and Barbara Waldron and her husband, James "Blue Hawk", of Oviedo, Fla. Also surviving are 13 "baker's dozen" grandchildren, Alex, Timothy and James Ulrich, Paul, Brendan, Catherine, Joshua and Shawn Andres, Ryan Andres and his wife, Jamie, Kylie Harris and her husband, Nathan, Erin Weaver, Alan McBride and Jackie Paladino; one great-grandson, Aiden James Andres; one brother, Sigismund Andres and his wife, Winifred Tarr Andres, of Southern Pines, N.C.; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Frederick and John Andres. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Assumption BVM Church with Msgr. John Swoger presiding. Interment will be in Lamey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to St. Stephen School, Venango Catholic High School or the Polish Heritage Memorial Park. Alma T. Blair, 88, of North East, died Wednesday, March 18, 2009, at Millcreek Community Hospital. She was a former Franklin resident, and she worked at United Refinery in Franklin and CPT, retiring from there. Cecelia L. Clark, 80, of 659 Meadville Road, Titusville, died Monday morning, March 30, 2009, at her residence with her children by her side. Born Nov. 17, 1928, in Titusville, she was a daughter of the late J. Lloyd and Irene Perkins Locke. She was married to Harold E. "Whitey" Clark on Jan. 22, 1947, in Titusville, and he preceded her in death Feb. 22, 1995. Mrs. Clark was a 1946 graduate of Colestock High School in Titusville. She had been employed for a number of years at Quality Markets and was also a homemaker. Mrs. Clark was a member of St. Titus Church in Titusville and the Catholic Daughters of America. She had served as secretary of the Women's Bowling Association of Titusville for many years. At age 77, she bowled the highest series for her age of any Titusville woman. She was an avid bird watcher, enjoyed traveling and had been to all 50 states. She enjoyed playing horseshoes and golfing, and she loved her pet dog, Alex, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Clark is survived by seven children, James D. Clark of Appleton, Wash., Marie Nosker and her husband, Wayne, of Meadville, John M. Clark of Titusville, Anne Mangel and her husband, Bruce, of Mercer, Jeff A. Clark and his wife, Denise, and Joseph H. Clark and his wife, Tammi, all of Titusville, and Christopher Clark and his wife, Tammy, of Greenville; 11 grandchildren, Chad Weaver, Susan Sherwood, Michael Mangel, Jessica Amos, and Rachel, Andrew, Sean, Amy, Jennifer, Brian and Adam Clark; five great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Thelma Acel of Titusville and Ruth Ruot of Pleasantville; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one brother, Jonathan L. Locke Jr.; and three sisters, Catherine Lammers, Mary Elizabeth Wilson and infant Irene C. Locke. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. A vigil service will be conducted at 1:45 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, and the rosary will be recited at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Titus Church with the Rev. D.G. Davis III, pastor of the Catholic community of Titusville, as celebrant. Interment will be in Kerr Hill Cemetery. The family asks that memorials be made to the Crawford or Venango County Humane Societies or the Oncology Wellness Institute, 16792 Conneaut Lake Road, Meadville, 16335. Richard L. "Dick" Shoup, 82, of Culpeper, Va., formerly of Campbell Avenue, Emlenton, died at 4:28 p.m. Friday, March 27, 2009, at Culpeper Regional Hospital. Born Sept. 4, 1926, in Alum Rock, Richland Township, Clarion County, he was the son of William and Helen Kaiser Shoup. Mr. Shoup was of the Protestant faith. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Mr. Shoup was a member of American Legion Post 10 in Manassas, Va. He was a Mason for more than 50 years. He was employed for 35 years as a senior purchasing agent for Gulf Oil Company, retiring in 1983. Mr. Shoup enjoyed tinkering around his home and took pride in maintaining his home and vehicles. He enjoyed hunting and had been an avid gun collector. Mr. Shoup is survived by one son, Mark W. Shoup and his wife, Sandy, of Manassas, Va.; one grandson, Airman 1st Class Mark W. Shoup Jr. of Shepard Air Force Base, Wichita Falls, Texas; one brother, Jack M. Shoup and his wife, Faith, of West Mifflin; and a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law and and sisters-in-law. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy E. Anderson Shoup, who died Nov. 21, 1995. Private funeral services will be held at the Hile Funeral Home Inc., 1204 Kerr Ave., Emlenton, with the Rev. Deborah Jacobson, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church, Emlenton, officiating. Interment will take place in St. Petersburg Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Mr. Shoup's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.hilefh.com. Vernon Richard Smith, 79, of Brookville, died Sunday, March 28, 2009, at Jefferson Manor in Brookville. Born May 19, 1929, in Summerville, he was a son of the late Clarence E. and Jennie Louella Stahlman Smith. He was married June 12, 1951, to the former Marie C. Kerner of Brookville, who survives. Mr. Smith served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1950 to 1953. He was stationed in Germany. After leaving the military, Mr. Smith worked for Bish Lumber Co., Charles Bush Lumber Co. and Oakes Lumber Co. for 23 years as a lumber foreman. He also worked for the New York Railroad and Stahlman Coal Co. Mr. Smith was a member of Kenport Assembly of God Church in Cherrytree for 10 years, where he served as a board member and an usher. He was also a member of the Brookville Assembly of God for 22 years, serving as a board member and usher, and the Punxsutawney Assembly of God Church for 19 years, serving as an usher. In addition to his wife, Mr. Smith is survived by a daughter, Kathy Shirey and her husband, Emerson, of Mayport; two granddaughters, Lorrie McDonald and her husband, Seth, of Fairmount City, and Angela Mills and her husband, Todd, of Oak Ridge; three great-granddaughters, Kayla Toy, Ciara Mills and Ariana McDonald; one great-grandson, Christian McDonald; one brother, Glenn Smith and his wife, Bernice, of Strattanville; and four step-brothers, Gifford Smith, Roger Smith, Fred Smith and Tom Smith. In addition to his parents, Mr. Smith was preceded in death by five brothers, Edward Smith, James Smith, Gilbert Smith, Billy Smith and Wayne Smith; a step-brother, Don Smith; and three sisters, Barbara Smith, Virginia McCall and Vivian Eshbaugh. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the Punxsutawney Assembly of God Church with Pastor Chris Goliembowski officiating. Private interment will follow at Coolspring Cemetery. Donations may be made in Mr. Smith's name to the American Cancer Society. The McCabe Funeral Home in Punxsutawney is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.mccabefuneralhomes.com. Martha L. Zeitler, 74, of Shippenville, died at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 29, 2009, at Clarion Hospital. Born Aug. 23, 1934, in Clarion, she was the daughter of the late John and Mildred Kidd Alexander. She married Donald L. Zeitler Sr. on Sept. 9, 1960, in Clarion, and he preceded her in death May 21, 2004. She attended Clarion-Limestone School. Mrs. Zeitler was a member of Holy Trinity Church in Shippenville. She was employed by Owens-Illinois Glass plant for 40 years, retiring in May 1993. She enjoyed crocheting and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by two sons, Donald Zeitler Jr. and his companion, Sheriann Fisher, of Shippenville, and Earl Zeitler and his wife, Carrie, of Lincolnton, N.C.; and two daughters, Tammy Evans and her husband, Doug, and Mille Lauer and her husband, Kevin, all of Shippenville. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Christy Wolbert and her husband, Randy, of Lucinda, Kelly Evans and her companion, John Graham, of Shippenville, Brandy Evans of Shippenville, Alex Henry of Clarion and Kyle Lauer of Shippenville; and three great-grandchildren, Zack Wolbert, Mason Burr and Quinten Graham. Also surviving are six sisters-in-law, Mary K. Alexander of Clarion, Bernice Alexander of Roseville, Mary Alice Wiles of Ford City, Lida Blanche King of Grove City, Annabella Zeitler of Pittsburgh and Ida Zeitler of Girard, Ohio; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers, John "Tom", Press, Carl and William George Alexander; and three sisters, Mary J. Alexander, Sadie Schrecengost and infant sister Sarah Alexander. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Gary Hilfiger, pastor of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Shippenville, officiating. Interment will be at Cedarview Memorial Park in Strattanville. The family requests donations be made to the American Diabetes Association, 300 Penn Center Blvd, Suite 700, Pittsburgh, 15235. Those wishing to submit condolences may do so by visiting www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com. Getting it right - Sarah B. McCool Sarah B. McCool, 78, of 918 Cooperstown Road, Cooperstown, went to be with her Lord at 11:45 a.m. Friday, March 27, 2009, in the Titusville Area Hospital emergency room. Among her survivors are 15 great-grandchildren. Getting it Right - Thomas J. Lineman Thomas J. Lineman, 70, of Hill City Road, Seneca, died at 5:09 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, 2009, in his home, surrounded by his family and friends and following an extended illness. Among his predecessors is a brother, Earl Lineman.

The Derrick, March 30, 2009: Harry Eugene Hartzell, 29 Rhett Drive, Leesburg Fla., a former area resident Sarah B. McCool, 918 Cooperstown Road, Cooperstown Elnora M. Miller, 1455 Pittsburgh Road, Franklin Phyllis J. (Drake) Ryan, Titusville Richard L. "Dick" Shoup, Culpeper, Va., formerly of Campbell Avenue, Emlenton Ann R. Stanley, Rockville, Md., formerly of Oil City William E. Stunkard, 5728 Route 62, Tionesta Martha L. Zeitler, Shippenville Harry Eugene Hartzell, 77, of 29 Rhett Drive, Leesburg, Fla., a former area resident, died Friday, March 27, 2009, at Florida Waterman Hospital in Tavares, Fla. Born Dec. 23, 1931, he was a son of Melvin Eugene and Florence Augusta Confer Hartzell. A veteran of the Korean Conflict, Mr. Hartzell served in the U.S. Army. He was employed by Cranberry Township as a meter reader. Mr. Hartzell was a life member of the Oil City VFW and enjoyed hunting. He was married to the former Annabelle Sampsell, who preceded him in death. Surviving are three sons, John Hartzell of Leesburg Fla., Mark Hartzell of Eustis, Fla., and James Hartzell of Philadelphia; one daughter, Marjorie Tobin and husband, Richard, of Leesburg, Fla.; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Also surviving are a brother, Robert Hartzell of Oil City; a sister, Helen Slagle of Cranberry; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a brother, James Hartzell; and a sister, Nancy Lockhart. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 am Wednesday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Heckathorn Cemetery. Sarah B. McCool, 78, of 918 Cooperstown Road, Cooperstown, went to be with her Lord at 11:45 a.m. Friday, March 27, 2009, in the Titusville Hospital emergency room. Born Feb. 6, 1931, in Townville, she was a daughter of James Calvin and Nora Southworth Matteson. Mrs. McCool drove school bus for Prichard Bus Co. and then was a driver for Baker Transportation Co., retiring from there. She was a member of the Mount Carmel Tabernacle in Dempseytown. She enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She was married Nov. 1, 1949, to Clarence R. McCool, who survives. Also surviving are five children, Sarah Resinger and her fiancé, Richard Dick, of Clintonville, Karen Adams and her husband, Chris, of Dempseytown, Ronald McCool and friend, Liz, of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., Ruth Bickel and her husband, John, of Guys Mills and Jeff McCool and his fiancée, Brenda, of Titusville. Survivors also include 15 grandchildren, Scott Resinger of, Franklin, Bill Resinger and his wife, Tawyna, of Oil City, Mary Swisher and her fiancé, Arthur Nace, of Oil City, Chad Resinger and his fiancée, Celeste Berlin, of Oil City, Amanda Resinger of Jersey Shore, Chris Stevenson of Saegertown, Anthony Stevenson of North Dakota, Ronnie McCool of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., Michele McCool of Meadville, Vicky Cauldill, of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., Chastity Bellin of Polk; Heather McCool of Oil City, Jeff McCool Jr. of Titusville, Alexis McCool of Cooperstown, and Yolanda McCool of Oil City. A brother, Arnold Davison of Ohio, also survives along with numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Clarence McCool Jr.; a daughter, Edith McCool; a grandson, Michael Stevenson; a great-grandson, Chad Resinger Jr.; four brothers, James Matteson, Stanley Matteson, George Matteson and Chet Davidson; and a sister Iyla Swinson. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Mount Carmel Tabernacle in Dempseytown with the Rev. Dana Lewis, pastor of the church, officiating. Interment will be made in the Lutheran Cemetery at Dempseytown. The family suggests memorial donations be made to Clarence McCool, 918 Cooperstown Road, Cooperstown, 16317. Online condolences may be sent to www.huffchapel.com Elnora M. Miller, 89, of 1455 Pittsburgh Road, Franklin, died at 10:15 a.m., Sunday, March 29, 2009 at Sugar Creek Station. She was a daughter of Charles W. and Rose Dickey Marshall. She was born in Polk and attended Polk public schools before graduating from Franklin High School in 1937. Mrs. Miller worked at the Chicago Pneumatic Tool Company for more than 16 years, retiring from there in 1981. She was member of the Christ United Methodist Church in Franklin, the Franklin Eagles auxiliary and the Reno Volunteer Fire Department auxiliary. She was married June 14, 1947, to Lawrence F. Miller Jr., who preceded her in death May 9, 1996. Surviving are a daughter, Lauren McCauley and her husband, Henry, of Franklin; a son, the Rev. Thomas M. Miller and his wife, Tricia, Platteville, Wis.; eight grandchildren, Craig Miller of Alaska, Russell Miller and his wife, Carlene, of Alaska, Sarah Miller, of Texas, Thomas Miller Jr. and his wife, Leslie, of Kansas; Rachel Miller of Wisconsin, James Miller of Wisconsin, Mac McCauley and his wife, Leesa, of Ohio, and Stephen McCauley of Franklin. Also surviving are three great-grandchildren, Isaac McCauley and Jacob McCauley of Franklin and Seth McCauley of Ohio; a daughter-in-law, Toni Miller Mancini of Alaska; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Major Randall C. Miller; three sisters, Margaret Grace, Helen Ritchey and a sister in infancy; and a brother, Ralph Marshall. There will be no public visitation. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Atlantic Avenue United Brethren in Christ Church, with the Rev. Gary Small, pastor of the church, officiating. Interment will be in the Franklin Cemetery. The Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin, is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to www.huffchapel.com Phyllis J. (Drake) Ryan, 71, of Titusville, formerly of Coraopolis, died Saturday March 28, 2009, at the Golden Living Center, Titusville. Born Sept. 7 , 1937, in Clinton, she was a daughter of the late Brady H. and Ethel (White) Drake. She was a former cashier for Kmart in Coraopolis. She is survived by her husband, William Ryan; children, Ruth and Richard Ryan of Coraopolis and Laura J. Ryan of Newton, N.C.; grandchildren, Jeffrey, Deanna and Billy; and siblings, Pat Moyles, Vicki Lohr, Agnes Moranovich, Richard Drake. She was preceded in death by a son, Jeffrey Ryan; and siblings, Betty Mahoney, Norman, Brady Jr. and Allard Drake. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the R.D. Copeland funeral home, 981 Brodhead Road, Moon Township, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Riverdale United Presbyterian Church, 1555 Brodhead Road, Moon Township. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the church. On-line condolences can be made at www.copelandfuneralhomes.com. Richard L. "Dick" Shoup, 82, of Culpeper, Va., formerly of Campbell Avenue, Emlenton, died at 4:28 p.m. Friday, March 27, 2009, at the Culpeper Regional Medical Center. The Hile Funeral Home of Emlenton is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will appear Tuesday in The Derrick. Ann R. Stanley, 45, of Rockville, Md., formerly of Oil City, died Wednesday, March 25, 2009, at her residence. Born July 10, 1963, she was the daughter of Joyce Anderson Stanley and the late Edward I. Stanley Jr. In addition to her mother, Ann is survived by several nieces and nephews and her six siblings and their spouses, Ellen Thomeier and her husband, William, of Pittsburgh, Kathleen Morrison and her husband, Keith, of Titusville, Mary Goodell and her husband, Kyle, of Butler, Edward Stanley III and his wife, Denise, of Pittsburgh, Sarah Suhr and her husband, Doug, of Oil City, and Nancy O'Toole and her husband, Brian, of Oil City. Mass of Christian Burial and private burial was held at the convenience of the family. The family suggests memorials be made to Venango Catholic High School or St. Joseph Church. The Morrison Funeral Home was in charge of local arrangements. William E. Stunkard, 78, of 5728 Route 62, Tionesta, died at 1:33 a.m. Friday, March 27, 009, at his residence. Born Sept. 21, 1930, in New Castle, he was a son of Paul and Marie McConahy Stunkard. Mr. Stunkard was a graduate of Eastbrook High School, New Castle. He was employed as a carpenter with Carpenters Union Local 206 (now 268). He attended the Eastbrook United Methodist Church. He was married for 20 years to Margie Hresko Stunkard, who survives. Survivors also include a daughter and her husband, Susan and Bobby Downs of Lake Charles, La.; three sons, Thomas Stunkard and his wife, Eileen, of New Castle, David A. Stunkard of New Castle and Gregg C. Stunkard and his wife, Pamela, of Leesville, La.; eight grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are a sister, Eileen Hunt of Corry; and two step-sisters, Dawn "Cookie" Caminite and Chris Stunkard, both of Ellwood City. He was preceded in death by his parents. Friends will be received from 10 to 11 a.m. today at the R. Cunningham Funeral Home & Crematory, 2429 Wilmington Road, New Castle. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today in the funeral home with the Rev. John A. Zimmerman officiating. Interment will be in Briar Hill Cemetery, Lawrence County. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the National Kidney Foundation of Western Pennsylvania, 700 Fifth Ave., Fl 4, Pittsburgh, 15219-3017. Martha L. Zeitler, 74, of Shippenville, died Sunday afternoon, March 29, 2009, at the Clarion Hospital. The Robert V. Burns Funeral Home of Clarion is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The Derrick.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: PatrickHenry50 Surnames: Bigley, Siverling, Henry Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/3212.696.721.729.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Miles Bigley is my 2nd-Great-granduncle. I have run a report on the Bigley name and attached it below. As you can see I did not have his wife and family. I would appreciate a copy of the will listing these family members. Descendancy Narrative of Philip Bighley (2652) I. Philip1 Bighley (2652) 1850 U. S. Census shows Philip as 87 years of age and born in Pa. He was born circa 1763. He appeared on the census of 16 Aug 1850 at CD M423-767-60B, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. A. John2 Bighley (1314) Alternate spelling for last name is BIGLEY. 1850 U. S. Census shows John as 40 years of age, occupation of farmer, and born in Pennsylvania. Curiously, the 1850 U. S. Census shows that John attended school within the year. 1860 U. S. Census shows John as 50 years of age, occupation of farmer, and born in PA. 1870 U. S. Census shows John as 59 years of age, occupation of farmer, and born in Penna. 1880 U.S. Census shows John at age: 68, sex: M, widowed, Occu: Retired Farmer, pob: PA, fpob: PA, mpob: PA. 1880 U.S. Census shows John (68 yrs) living with Conrad (40 yrs) & Sarah (37 yrs) Siverling. He married Barbara Siverling (1315). He was born circa 1810. He appeared on the census of 16 Aug 1850 at CD M423-767-60B, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. He appeared on the census of 16 Aug 1850 at reel 767 sht 61, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. He appeared on the census of 24 Jul 1860 at CD M653-1095-365, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. He appeared on the census of 24 Jul 1860 at reel 310 sht 365, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. He appeared on the census of 9 Jul 1870 at CD M593-1326-540B, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. He appeared on the census of 11 Jun 1880 at CD T9-1117-Part2-213B, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. He died on 6 Aug 1892. 1. Lavina3 Bighley (2649) 1850 U. S. Census shows Lavina as 18 years of agee, attended school within the year, and born in Pa. She was born circa 1832. She appeared on the census of 16 Aug 1850 at CD M423-767-60B, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. 2. William3 Bighley (2650) 1850 U. S. Census shows William as 17 years of agee, attended school within the year, and born in Pa. He was born circa 1833. He appeared on the census of 16 Aug 1850 at CD M423-767-60B, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. 3. Mary Susanna3 Bighley (390) 1850 U. S. Census shows Mary as 13 years of agee, attended school within the year, and born in Pa. 1860 U. S. Census shows Mary as 22 years of age and born in Pennsylvania. 1870 U. S. Census shows Mary S. as 34 years old, keeping house, and born in Penna. 1880 U.S. Census shows Mary at age: 43, wife, married, Occu: Keeping House, pob: PA, fpob: PA, mpob: PA 1900 U.S. Census shows May S. at age: 62, sex: F, widowed: 30 yrs, number of children: 12, children living: 9, born: Oct 1837, pob: PA, fpob: PA, and mpob: PA. 1910 U. S. Census shows Mary S. as 72 years old, widow, born in PA, and 10 of 13 children living. Buried in the Reidsburg cemetery, beside her husband. Funeral was held on Oct. 3rd, 1915. Services conducted by Dr. John Ballentine of Clarion. She was born in Oct 1837 at PA. She was born on 12 Oct 1837 at Monroe Township, Clarion Co., PA. She appeared on the census of 16 Aug 1850 at CD M432-767-61B, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. She appeared on the census of 16 Aug 1850 at reel 767 sht 61, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. She married William Templeton Henry (389), son of James L. Henry (871) and Mary Fulton (872), on 25 Dec 1855 at Clarion Co, PA. She married William Templeton Henry (389), son of James L. Henry (871) and Mary Fulton (872), on 1 Jan 1856. She appeared on the census of 24 Jul 1860 at reel 310 sht 365, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. She appeared on the census of 24 Jul 1860 at CD M653-1095-365, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. She appeared on the census of 9 Jul 1870 at reel 351 sht 541, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. She appeared on the ce! nsus of 9 Jul 1870 at CD M593-1326-540B, Monroe Township, Clarion Co., PA. She appeared on the census of 18 Jun 1880 at CD T9-1117-Part2-216A, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. She appeared on the census of 18 Jun 1880 at reel 1117 sht 13, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. She appeared on the census of 15 Jun 1900 at CD T623-1394-Part2-110A, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. She appeared on the census of 15 Jun 1900 at reel 1394 sht 10, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. She appeared on the census of 1910 at reel 1330 sht 8, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. She died on 30 Sep 1915 at Reidsburg, Clarion Co., PA, at age 77. She died on 1 Oct 1915 at Reidsburg, Clarion Co, PA, at age 77. She was buried on 3 Oct 1915 at Reidsburg Cemetery, Reidsburg, Clarion Co., PA. 4. Miles3 Bighley (2645) 1850 U. S. Census shows Miles as 12 years of age, attended school within the year, and born in Pa. 1860 U. S. Census shows Miles as 21 years of age, and born in Pennsylvania. The 1860 U. S. Census is where I first found Miles. He was born in Mar 1838. He appeared on the census of 16 Aug 1850 at CD M423-767-60B, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. He appeared on the census of 24 Jul 1860 at reel 310 sht 365, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. He appeared on the census of 24 Jul 1860 at CD M653-1095-365, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. 5. Sarah3 Bighley (2646) 1850 U. S. Census shows John as 8 years of age and born in Pa. 1860 U. S. Census shows Sarah as 17 years old, and born in Pennsylvania. The 1860 Census is where I first found Sarah. She was born circa 1843. She appeared on the census of 16 Aug 1850 at CD M423-767-60B, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. She appeared on the census of 24 Jul 1860 at reel 310 sht 365, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. She appeared on the census of 24 Jul 1860 at CD M653-1095-365, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. 6. Elizabeth3 Bighley (2647) 1860 U. S. Census shows Elizabeth as 10 years of age, attended school within the year, and born in Pennsylvania. The 1860 Census is where I first found Elizabeth. She was born circa 1850. She appeared on the census of 24 Jul 1860 at reel 310 sht 365, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. She appeared on the census of 24 Jul 1860 at CD M653-1095-365, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. 7. Gilbert3 McLain (3281) 1860 U. S. Census shows Gilbert as 2 years of age, adopted, and born in Pennsylvania. He was born circa 1858. He appeared on the census of 24 Jul 1860 at CD M653-1095-365, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. 8. James3 Bighley (1308) 1870 U. S. Census shows James as 10 years of age and birth place of Penna. He was born circa 1860. He appeared on the census of 9 Jul 1870 at CD M593-1326-540B, Monroe Township, Clarion Co, PA. Printed on: 29 Mar 2009 Prepared by: Patrick J. Henry 2527 Elizabeth Drive Pelham, Alabama 35124-2607 pjhenry@mindspring.com 205-987-9697 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ragludsg1 Surnames: SIVERLING, BIGLEY, BIGHLEY Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/3212.696.721.729.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Have much information on children of Miles and Catherine, as well as his parents, gparents. Have some info on children by Catherine, willing to share.. Please contact me directly at gsdulgar@gmail.com - Gail Siverling Dulgar 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, March 28, 2009: Mary Ellen Ramsden, Washington, Pa., Clarion County native Getting it Right - Charlotte Morrison Mary Ellen Ramsden, 79, of Washington, Pa., a native of Clarion County, died Thursday, March 26, 2009, in the Washington Hospital. Born April 24, 1929, in Knox, she was the daughter of the late Thomas L. and Aldine Brown McConnell. She was married June 30, 1951, in Knox, to Charles W. Ramsden, who preceded her in death Dec. 16, 1990. Mary Ellen was a graduate of Knox High School and continued her education at Clarion College, where she received her bachelor's degree in education. She taught at North Franklin Elementary School for 25 years. Mrs. Ramsden is survived by a son, Bill Ramsden and his wife, Sandy, of Fountain Hills, Ariz.; three daughters, Sue Fulton and her husband, Rodney, of Marietta, Ga., Kelli Miles of Canonsburg and Lori Cope and her husband, Dan, of Pittsburgh; a brother, Bill McConnell and his wife, Janice, of Towanda; eight grandchildren, Scott Ramsden, Patrick Ramsden, Lisa Ramsden, Matt Fulton, Drew Fulton, Brett Fulton, Mason Cope and Chad Cope; and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from noon to 3 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Piatt & Barnhill Funeral Home, 420 Locust Ave., Washington. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Washington Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, Pa., 15205. Condolences may be expressed online at www.piattandbarnhillfh.com. Getting it Right - Charlotte Morrison Charlotte "Gene" Morrison, 79, of 1220 Chestnut St., Franklin, died Tuesday, March 24, at The Caring Place in Franklin. Among those who preceded her in death was a sister, Clara Morrison.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: rjvictorphd Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/3212.696.721.729/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Miles Bigley was my Great-Great-Grandfather. I know that he left his wife, Catharine/Carolyn and their five children but I don't know much other than that. I know that Catharine was a very religious woman and a good mother. I would be happy for any information to add to this. Thank you. 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, March 27, 2009: Thomas J. Linemen, Hill City Road, Seneca Nathan Alan Wagner, West Freedom Judson H. Walters, 169 South Main St., Pleasantville Charles I. Winters, Shippensburg, Oil City native Thomas J. Lineman, 70, of Hill City Road, Seneca, died at 5:09 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, 2009, in his home, surrounded by his family and friends and following an extended illness. Born Jan. 27, 1939, in Franklin, he was the son of Grace Smith Lineman and the late William "Ralph" Lineman. He and the former Donna M. Moyer were married Oct. 10, 1959, in Bethel United Methodist Church of Oil City, and she survives. Mr. Lineman was a U.S. Army veteran, having served from January 1962 until January 1964. He was a self-employed auto mechanic who owned and operated Tom's Auto Electric on Central Avenue in Oil City and later Lineman's Garage on Riverside Drive. As his children grew older, he moved his business to his home to be more available to his family. He loved his work and remained active with it until he was no longer physically able to do so. Mr. Lineman's hobbies included wood-working, building and flying remote-controlled airplanes, and he especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Donna, and his mother, Grace, Mr. Lineman is survived by a daughter, Tracy Lineman of York; and five grandchildren, Meghan Skokowski, C.J. Skokowski and Korina Skokowski, all of Maryland, and Tommy Phillippi and Jessi Phillippi, both of Knox. He is also survived by four brothers, Charles Lineman and his wife, Sue, of Cranberry, Rudolph "Jack" Lineman and his wife, Donna, of Cranberry, Robert Lineman and his wife, Beverly, of Cranberry and Ray Lineman of York; three sisters, Carol Jarrett of Annandale, Va., Mary Ann Lineman of New Port Richey, Fla., and Pat Lineman of Coarsegold, Calif.; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, Mr. Lineman was preceded in death by a daughter, Elista Phillippi; a grandson, William Phillippi; and a brother, Ted Lineman. Friends will be received from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Hile-Best Funeral Home Inc., Tyler J. Best, supervisor, 2781 Route 257, Seneca. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Pat Ellis, pastor of Heckathorn United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Heckathorn Cemetery, Cranberry Township, Venango County. Memorial contributions may be made to the VNA-Hospice Program, 491 Allegheny Blvd., Franklin, 16323. Online condolences to the family may be sent and viewed by visiting www.hilebest.com Nathan Alan Wagner, 14, of West Freedom died suddenly Tuesday, March 25, 2009, in the Clarion Hospital emergency room, following a heart seizure that occurred while he was at Allegheny-Clarion Valley Junior High School at Foxburg. His death was due to natural causes. Born Aug. 14, 1994, in Clarion, he was the son of Brent and Marie Fulmer Wagner. Nathan was an eighth-grader at Allegheny-Clarion Valley Junior High School. He often spent time riding four wheelers, and he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was affiliated with the Park Hill Church of God in West Freedom. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his maternal grandmother, Marcia King Fulmer of West Freedom; his paternal grandmother, Twila Snow Wagner of East Brady; and a number of aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Park Hill Church Hill of God on Lime Plant Road at West Freedom, near Parker. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday in the church with the former pastor, Lonny Wolford, and the church staff officiating. Burial will take place in Perryville Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Nathan Wagner Memorial Fund, c/o Nextier Bank, Box Q, Parker, 16049. The H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home of Parker is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be sent at buzardfuneralhomes.com Judson H. Walters, 75, of 169 S. Main St., Pleasantville, died at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, 2009, at UPMC Northwest. Born July 30, 1933, in Titusville, he was the son of the late Benjamin Caldwell Walters and Lucille Emma McCurdy Walters. He married Elizabeth Wagner July 26, 1958, in Hydetown. He was a 1952 graduate of Titusville High School. Mr. Walters was a veteran of the Korean War. He served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955 with the 61st Engineer Co. until he was honorably discharged. He was employed in dog law enforcement by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture and retired in 1991. Mr. Walters was a member of the Polish National Alliance #905, North American Hunting Club, Cleo J. Ross Post 368 American Legion, and Bruce Shorts Post 5958 VFW. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and working with wood. He was also a member of the CB radio club, Independent Agitators. In addition to his wife, he is survived by four children, Kimberly Blauser and her husband, Kim, of Seneca, Jeffrey Walters and his wife, Sheryl, of Pleasantville, Rebecca Sears and her husband, James, of Wayland, Ohio, and Rodney Walters of Oil City; 13 grandchildren, Timothy Cubbon and his wife, Andrea, of Brockway, David Schneider of Oil City, Terry Walters of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Rachel Fink and her husband, Dan, of Emlenton, Kayla, Megan, Shanae and Elizabeth Walters of Pleasantville, Sam, Sunshine and Nathaniel Walters of Oil City, and Randy and Jimmy Sears of Wayland, Ohio; two step-granddaughters, Amanda Engles and her husband, Richie, of Seneca, and Stephanie Ledsome and her husband, Brian, of W.Va.; five great-grandchildren, Phillip Schneider of Reno, Emilee Engles of Seneca, Taylor Raybuck and Connor Cubbon of Brockway, and Kandace Ledsome of W.Va. Mr. Walters was preceded in death by a brother, Benjamin Walters; and a sister, Joyce Kerr. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N Washington St., Titusville, and from 12 to 1 p.m. Saturday. The funeral service will follow with the Rev. William Hopkins, pastor of the Church of the Nazarene in Oil City, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Venango County, 2724 Deep Hollow Rd., Franklin, 16323, or the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilimar Dr., Pittsburgh, 15205. Charles I. Winters, 79, of 101 Longview Drive, Shippensburg, died at 8:20 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, 2009, at home. Born Aug. 21, 1929, in Oil City, he was a son of the late Charles and Alice Renninger Winters. He retired from the United States Army after 20 years of service. His beloved wife, Nancy McCalmont Winters, preceded him in death in February 1990. He is survived by a daughter, Charlene K. Winters of Shippensburg; three grandchildren, James I. Winters Jr. and his wife, Karen L., of Chambersburg, Joshua J. Winters of Boston, Mass., and Matthew C. Winters and his wife, Liz, of New Jersey; and three great-grandchildren, James Austin, Sierra C. and Elijah M. Winters. He is also survived by five sisters, Virginia McCalmont and Kate Broussard of Baltimore, Md., Pearl Hershelman and Janet McIntyre of Meadville and Mary Barker of Titusville; and two brothers, Arthur Winters of Rouseville and Ronald Winters of Meadville. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, James I. Winters Sr. on May 17, 1995; two brothers; and two sisters. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the chapel of the Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home, 333 Falling Spring Rd., Chambersburg, with the Rev. Garry Kipe officiating. Entombment will be 1 p.m. Monday at Sunset Hills Memorial Gardens, Franklin. Memorials may be made to the Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter, 2325 Country Rd., Chambersburg, 17202. Online condolences may be expressed at www.geiselfuneralhome.com

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: LWALLS22 Surnames: McCormick Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/4039/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Last War Veteran Gone Jones M. McCormick, 84, the last Civil War veteran of Captain Core post, G. A. R., and the last war veteran of Limestone township, Clarion county, is dead. He was a member of Company K, One Hundred and Eighty-fourth regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. He was taken prisoner at Reams Station, W. Va., on August 25, 1864, and was confined at Bill Island prison and at Andersonville. He was exchanged after several months' confinement and rejoined his company. He was among the first soldiers of the war to use breach loading rifles, as his company was selected by General Hancock to try out the new arms. Mr. McCormick is survived by two children, Guy McCormick of Altoona and Mrs. D. M. Miller of Kingsville. Kittanning Leader Times, January 30, 1929 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, March 26, 2009: Betty Catherine Bowen, Randolph, N.Y., Oil City native Mabel D. Bruner, 2241 Rocky Grove Ave. Charlotte "Gene" Morrison, 1220 Chestnut St., Franklin Infant Chloe Elizabeth Tagano, Corsica Betty Catherine Bowen, 80, of Church Street Extension, Randolph, N.Y., passed away at 6:05 a.m. Thursday, March 19, 2009, in the Heritage Village Rehab and Skilled Nursing in Gerry, N.Y. Born July 4, 1928, in Oil City, she was the daughter of the late Alexander Michael and Laura Carolyn Ries Cameron. She was married Nov. 26, 1955, to Charles Leslie Bowen, who preceded her in death May 24, 1984. Mrs. Bowen was a 1946 graduate of Cranberry High School in Seneca. Betty received her Registered Nursing degree from Alfred State University following the WCA Hospital Nursing program in Jamestown, N.Y. Betty retired in 1992 from MRC Bearings in Falconer, N.Y., where she was the industrial nurse for 23 years. In earlier years, she worked at WCA Hospital from 1950 to 1955 and for Dr. George Caccamice at his Jamestown, N.Y. office from 1955 to 1969. She was a member of the Grace Episcopal Church in Randolph, N.Y., Randolph American Legion Unit 181 Auxiliary, NYS Occupational Nurses Association, where she was past secretary and treasurer, Allegany Occupational Nurses Association, two-term Royal Matron of the Chautauqua Court 38 Order of the Amaranth, where she served as grand representative to Missouri in 1982. She was a former member of the Lakewood Rod & Gun Club and Jamestown Vikings Club. Mrs. Bowen is survived by a son, Scott A. Bowen of Randolph, N.Y.; a step-son, Raymond Bowen of Wood Dale, Ill.; two grandchildren, Corry Bowen and Marc Bowen, both of McHenry, Ill.; and two step-sisters, Winifred Stover and Barbara Shielk, both of Oil City. In addition to her parents and her husband, Mrs. Bowen was preceded in death by a son, Kirk C. Bowen in 1997; two infant daughters; a sister, Mildred Mock; and two brothers, William Cameron and Rod Kenniston. A graveside memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 4, at the Randolph Cemetery in New York, with the Rev. Thomas M. Broad officiating. Memorials may be sent to Grace Episcopal Church in Randolph or to the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements are entrusted to the Van Rensselaer & Son Funeral Home, 14 Church St., Randolph, N.Y., 14772. Online condolences can be sent to www.vanrensselaerandsonfuneralhome.com Mabel D. Bruner, 93, of 2241 Rocky Grove Ave., died at 2:40 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born March 12, 1916, in Oil City, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Anna Welms Dillemuth. She was married Feb. 18, 1937, to Charles R. Bruner, who preceded her in death Aug. 13, 1987. She graduated from Oil City High School. Mrs. Bruner was very involved in politics, serving as vice chairperson of the Republican Party for many years. She and her husband traveled to Florida where they would host the Pennsylvania Republican delegation. She also served as a jury commissioner. Mrs. Bruner was a member of First United Methodist Church in Franklin and past president of the Franklin Woman's Club, and she worked with the Venango County Historical Society. She loved working with people and was a volunteer for various organizations throughout Venango County. Mrs. Bruner is survived by two daughters, Anna Baker of Franklin and Joan Hayen and her husband, Henry, of New Smyrna Beach, Fla.; two grandchildren, Bradley Hayen and his wife, Kim, of Roswell, Ga., and Brian Hayen and his wife, Julie, of Newburg, N.Y.; and three great-grandchildren, Rebecca Hayen of Newburg, N.Y., and Elsie Hayen and Parker Hayen, both of Roswell, Ga. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Bruner was preceded in death by five siblings, Charles Dillemuth, Ruth Turk, Alma "Hon" McClelland, Rachel Dillemuth and a sister in infancy. Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Richard Harry, pastor of First United Methodist Church in Franklin, officiating. Interment will be in Franklin Cemetery. The family suggests donations be made to the Venango County Humane Society, P.O. Box 1045, Oil City, 16301. Online condolences may be sent to www.huffchapel.com Charlotte "Gene" Morrison, 79, of 1220 Chestnut St., Franklin, went to walk with her Lord on Tuesday March 24, 2009, in The Caring Place. She was born in Franklin a daughter of Maurice M. and Muza I Jones Hardenburg. She was married March 7, 1947, to Donald S. Morrison, who preceded her in death Aug. 26, 1973. She attended public schools in Franklin. Mrs. Morrison worked in the housekeeping department of the Franklin Hospital for five years and then she worked for Grandview Nursing Home, while it was located in Franklin, in housekeeping and as an aide. She was a member of the Franklin Women of the Moose, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Seniors of Utica, Utica Fire Department Ladies Aux. and the AARP. Mrs. Morrison was a charter member of Central PTA. Mrs. Morrison is survived by three daughters, Sara Vogus and her husband, Terry, of Oil City, Marcia Miller of Franklin and her fiancé, Alvin Patton, of Barkeyville, Dawn "Dodie" Burns and her husband, Terry, of Stantanville; seven grandchildren, Scott D. Baker and his wife, Dawn, of Atlanta, Ga., Stephanie J. Miller of Franklin, Dana L. Miller and her fiancé, John Edgell, of Conneaut Lake, Phillip D. McBride and his wife, Teresa, of Strattanville, Jennifer Rupp and her husband, Joshua, of Shippenville, Emily D. Morrison of Pittsburgh and Adam K. Morrison, a student at West Virginia University; six step grandchildren, Ales Burns, Kelly Clover, Terry K. Burns, Laura Harris, James Vogus and Stephen Vogus; 22 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and a daughter-in-law, Valerie Morrison of Erie. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Maurice M. Hardenburg Jr;. and a son, Jon D. Morrison. At Mrs. Morrison's request there will be no visitation and the funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Internment will follow in the Morrison Cemetery. The family suggests that donations be made to The Caring Place, 103 N. 13th St., Franklin, 16323, or the Venango County Humane Society, PO Box 1045, Oil City, 16301. The Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to www.huffchapel.com Infant Chloe Elizabeth Tegano, died Sunday March 22, 2009, at DuBois Regional Medical Center. Born Feb. 22, 2009, in DuBois, she was the daughter of Julie Ann Deuschle and Nathan Anthony Tegano, of Corsica.

The computer mailing date shows Friday, March 27,2009 not Thursday, March 26,2009. > The Derrick, March 26, 2009: > > Betty Catherine Bowen, Randolph, N.Y., Oil City native > Mabel D. Bruner, 2241 Rocky Grove Ave. > Charlotte "Gene" Morrison, 1220 Chestnut St., Franklin > Infant Chloe Elizabeth Tagano, Corsica > > > > Betty Catherine Bowen, 80, of Church Street Extension, Randolph, N.Y., > passed away at 6:05 a.m. Thursday, March 19, 2009, in the Heritage > Village Rehab and Skilled Nursing in Gerry, N.Y. > > Born July 4, 1928, in Oil City, she was the daughter of the late > Alexander Michael and Laura Carolyn Ries Cameron. > > She was married Nov. 26, 1955, to Charles Leslie Bowen, who preceded > her in death May 24, 1984. > > Mrs. Bowen was a 1946 graduate of Cranberry High School in Seneca. > > Betty received her Registered Nursing degree from Alfred State > University following the WCA Hospital Nursing program in Jamestown, > N.Y. > > Betty retired in 1992 from MRC Bearings in Falconer, N.Y., where she > was the industrial nurse for 23 years. In earlier years, she worked at > WCA Hospital from 1950 to 1955 and for Dr. George Caccamice at his > Jamestown, N.Y. office from 1955 to 1969. > > She was a member of the Grace Episcopal Church in Randolph, N.Y., > Randolph American Legion Unit 181 Auxiliary, NYS Occupational Nurses > Association, where she was past secretary and treasurer, Allegany > Occupational Nurses Association, two-term Royal Matron of the > Chautauqua Court 38 Order of the Amaranth, where she served as grand > representative to Missouri in 1982. > > She was a former member of the Lakewood Rod & Gun Club and Jamestown > Vikings Club. > > Mrs. Bowen is survived by a son, Scott A. Bowen of Randolph, N.Y.; a > step-son, Raymond Bowen of Wood Dale, Ill.; two grandchildren, Corry > Bowen and Marc Bowen, both of McHenry, Ill.; and two step-sisters, > Winifred Stover and Barbara Shielk, both of Oil City. > > In addition to her parents and her husband, Mrs. Bowen was preceded in > death by a son, Kirk C. Bowen in 1997; two infant daughters; a sister, > Mildred Mock; and two brothers, William Cameron and Rod Kenniston. > > A graveside memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 4, at > the Randolph Cemetery in New York, with the Rev. Thomas M. Broad > officiating. > > Memorials may be sent to Grace Episcopal Church in Randolph or to the > American Diabetes Association. > > Arrangements are entrusted to the Van Rensselaer & Son Funeral Home, > 14 Church St., Randolph, N.Y., 14772. > > Online condolences can be sent to > www.vanrensselaerandsonfuneralhome.com > > > > > Mabel D. Bruner, 93, of 2241 Rocky Grove Ave., died at 2:40 p.m. > Tuesday, March 24, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. > > Born March 12, 1916, in Oil City, she was a daughter of the late > Charles and Anna Welms Dillemuth. > > She was married Feb. 18, 1937, to Charles R. Bruner, who preceded her > in death Aug. 13, 1987. > > She graduated from Oil City High School. > > Mrs. Bruner was very involved in politics, serving as vice chairperson > of the Republican Party for many years. She and her husband traveled > to Florida where they would host the Pennsylvania Republican > delegation. > > She also served as a jury commissioner. > > Mrs. Bruner was a member of First United Methodist Church in Franklin > and past president of the Franklin Woman's Club, and she worked with > the Venango County Historical Society. > > She loved working with people and was a volunteer for various > organizations throughout Venango County. > > Mrs. Bruner is survived by two daughters, Anna Baker of Franklin and > Joan Hayen and her husband, Henry, of New Smyrna Beach, Fla.; two > grandchildren, Bradley Hayen and his wife, Kim, of Roswell, Ga., and > Brian Hayen and his wife, Julie, of Newburg, N.Y.; and three > great-grandchildren, Rebecca Hayen of Newburg, N.Y., and Elsie Hayen > and Parker Hayen, both of Roswell, Ga. > > In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Bruner was preceded in > death by five siblings, Charles Dillemuth, Ruth Turk, Alma "Hon" > McClelland, Rachel Dillemuth and a sister in infancy. > > Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Huff Chapel, > 312 W. Park St., Franklin. > > Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home > with the Rev. Richard Harry, pastor of First United Methodist Church > in Franklin, officiating. > > Interment will be in Franklin Cemetery. > > The family suggests donations be made to the Venango County Humane > Society, P.O. Box 1045, Oil City, 16301. > > Online condolences may be sent to www.huffchapel.com > > > > > Charlotte "Gene" Morrison, 79, of 1220 Chestnut St., Franklin, went to > walk with her Lord on Tuesday March 24, 2009, in The Caring Place. > > She was born in Franklin a daughter of Maurice M. and Muza I Jones > Hardenburg. > > She was married March 7, 1947, to Donald S. Morrison, who preceded her > in death Aug. 26, 1973. > > She attended public schools in Franklin. > > Mrs. Morrison worked in the housekeeping department of the Franklin > Hospital for five years and then she worked for Grandview Nursing > Home, while it was located in Franklin, in housekeeping and as an > aide. > > She was a member of the Franklin Women of the Moose, American Legion > Ladies Auxiliary, Seniors of Utica, Utica Fire Department Ladies Aux. > and the AARP. > > Mrs. Morrison was a charter member of Central PTA. > > Mrs. Morrison is survived by three daughters, Sara Vogus and her > husband, Terry, of Oil City, Marcia Miller of Franklin and her fiancé, > Alvin Patton, of Barkeyville, Dawn "Dodie" Burns and her husband, > Terry, of Stantanville; seven grandchildren, Scott D. Baker and his > wife, Dawn, of Atlanta, Ga., Stephanie J. Miller of Franklin, Dana L. > Miller and her fiancé, John Edgell, of Conneaut Lake, Phillip D. > McBride and his wife, Teresa, of Strattanville, Jennifer Rupp and her > husband, Joshua, of Shippenville, Emily D. Morrison of Pittsburgh and > Adam K. Morrison, a student at West Virginia University; six step > grandchildren, Ales Burns, Kelly Clover, Terry K. Burns, Laura Harris, > James Vogus and Stephen Vogus; 22 great-grandchildren; four > great-great-grandchildren; and a daughter-in-law, Valerie Morrison of > Erie. > > In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death > by a brother, Maurice M. Hardenburg Jr;. and a son, Jon D. Morrison. > > At Mrs. Morrison's request there will be no visitation and the funeral > service will be held at the convenience of the family. > > Internment will follow in the Morrison Cemetery. > > The family suggests that donations be made to The Caring Place, 103 N. > 13th St., Franklin, 16323, or the Venango County Humane Society, PO > Box 1045, Oil City, 16301. > > The Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin is in charge of the > arrangements. > > Online condolences may be sent to www.huffchapel.com > > > > > Infant Chloe Elizabeth Tegano, died Sunday March 22, 2009, at DuBois > Regional Medical Center. Born Feb. 22, 2009, in DuBois, she was the > daughter of Julie Ann Deuschle and Nathan Anthony Tegano, of Corsica. > > > > > > > > ------------------------------- > 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, March 25, 2009: Janice M. Agostinelli, Liberty Street, Clarion Jean A. Jordan, Mars, formerly of Parker Etta Ruth Minick, 210 Baker St., Rimersburg Kenneth Lee Thompson, Knox Janice M. Agostinelli, 85, of Liberty Street, Clarion, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2009, at The Hospice House in Shippenville. Born March 18, 1924, in Hazel-Hurst, she was the daughter of Vitaliano and Rose Ross Lombardo Agostinelli. Ms. Agostinelli worked at the Owens Illinois glass plant for 40 years and retired as a foreman for the B shift. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Clarion. Ms. Agostinelli was a member of the Quarter Century Club at Owens Illinois. She enjoyed crossword puzzle books, playing piano and watching cooking shows on television. Ms. Agostinelli is survived by two sisters, Alda Elslarger and her husband, John, of Rockfort, Texas, and Betty Hollingsworth of Lakeland, Fla.; and a special friend, Wanda Daugherty. She is also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant sister and four brothers, Mark Lombardo, Mel Lombardo, Ben Agostinelli and Joe Agostinelli. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday at Immaculate Conception Church in Clarion, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Thursday with the Rev. Monty Sayers, pastor of Immaculate Conception Church, officiating. Entombment will be in the Immaculate Conception mausoleum. Those wishing to submit condolences may do so by visiting www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com. Jean A. Jordan, 83, of Mars, formerly of Parker, passed away early Tuesday morning March 24, 2009, at UPMC - Cranberry, Butler County, following an illness. Born Nov. 16, 1925, in Hammond, Ind., she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Lucille Foster Hill. She was married to Samuel A. Jordan, who preceded her in death Dec. 21, 1990. Mrs. Jordan was a longtime member of the Parker United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women. She was also a member of the former Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion Post 598 at Parker. Mrs. Jordan is survived by a daughter, Linda Jordan Platt and her husband, Gary, of Hampton Township; a son, Guy Jordan of Oil City; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home, Wayne St., Parker. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Brady's Bend Cemetery near East Brady. Etta Ruth Minick, 84, of 210 Baker St., Rimersburg, passed away peacefully at 7:50 a.m. Tuesday March 24, 2009, at Allegheny General Hospital, following a short illness. Born Jan. 26, 1925, in Rimersburg, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Jennie Wilson Simpson. She was married March 12, 1948, to Paul L. Minick, who preceded her in death Jan. 14, 2003. Mrs. Minick graduated in 1943 from Union High School. She was a homemaker and also worked at the Rimersburg Elementary cafeteria, of the Union School District, for many years. She was a lifetime member of Rimersburg United Methodist Church, where she was very active in Golden Links Sunday school class. Mrs. Minick was a member of the UMC Red Hatters and enjoyed attending activities at the Rimersburg Senior Center until shortly before her death. She also enjoyed cooking, Bible study and spending time with her family. Mrs. Minick is survived by two sons, Daniel Paul Minick and his wife, Patty, of Rimersburg and Steven L. Minick and his wife, Keri, of Ashaway, R.I.; and a daughter, Kathy Lang and her husband, Raymond, of Bell Acres. She is survived by five grandchildren, Thomas Minick and his wife, Trista, of Sligo, Leighann Strauser and her husband, Rick, of Rimersburg, Erin Roberts and her husband, Jason, of Sewickly, Derek Lang of Beaver Falls and Jared Paul Minick of Ashaway, R.I.; and five great-grandchildren, Hobie Minick, Maggie Minick, Harleigh Strauser, Ava Strauser and Lily Roberts. Mrs. Minick was the last surviving member of her immediate family. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Edward Paul Simpson and Charles Simpson; and a sister Louise Stewart. Visitation will be from 2 to 9 p.m. Friday at Varner Funeral Home of Rimersburg. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Brock Beveridge, pastor at United Methodist Church in Rimersburg, officiating. Interment will follow in Rimersburg Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to Rimersburg United Methodist Church, Box J, Rimersburg, 16248. Kenneth Lee Thompson, 48, of Knox, died at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday March 24, 2009, at Golden Living Center in Shippenville, following an illness. Born April 1, 1960, in Clarion, he was a son of D. Budd Thompson and Florence E. Monrean Thompson of Knox. Mr. Thompson was a corrections officer for the Venango County jail until his disability. He was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Knox, the Edenberg Masonic Lodge 550, former member of the NRA and Eagle Scouts and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He had a love for cars and his motorcycle. In addition to his parents, he is survived by one son, Justin Thompson of Knox; a stepson, Bradon Walters of Knox; and a stepdaughter, Shannon Walters of New Hampshire He is also survived by a brother, Dale Thompson and his wife, Deb, of Emlenton; Two sisters, Kathy Kapp of Knox and Lisa Weeter and her husband, Tom, of Knox; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and an uncle, Junior Monrean. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the William N. Rupert Mortuary, Inc. in Knox. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Karen Parsh, pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church, officiating. Interment will follow at the St. Paul Union Cemetery. The family suggests that memorial contributions be given to the American Cancer Society at 133 B-West Main Street, Clarion, 16214. Online condolences may be sent to Kenneth's family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com.

The Derrick, March 24, 2009: James R. Baughman, 228 Onondaga Ave., Warren Charles D. Bell, Columbus, Ohio Marjorie J. Civitelli, 2500 Federal Ave., Williamsport Amos Paul Hartle, Waterson Road, Strattanville Robert A. Hauth, Tionesta Kimberly A. Lambert, 5 Oak Lane, Marienville Earl E. Latchaw, 157 Park Ave., Franklin Getting it right - Floyd E. Whitman Sr. James R. Baughman, 65, of 228 Onondaga Ave., Warren, died unexpectedly Saturday, March 21, 2009, at Hamot Medical Center, Erie. Born Aug. 5, 1943, in Brookville, he was the son of the late Clarence R. and Mary Moor Baughman. He was married Aug. 11, 1963, to the former Dawn M. Watson, who survives. Mr. Baughman served in the U.S. Marine Corp in 1961. He was a production supervisor for 23 years at Phillips Lighting and later was a corrections officer at SCI Albion, retiring in July 2007. He was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church, and enjoyed NASCAR racing. In addition to his wife, Mr. Baughman is survived by a son, Randy Baughman and his wife, Julie, of Warren; two daughters, Christine Abplanalp and her fiancé, Scott Stover, of Warren and Jamie L. Lee and her husband, Daniel, of North Carolina; a brother, Richard Baughman and his wife, Kathleen, of Sandy Lake; a sister, Cindy Sarver of Brookville; his mother-in-law, Faye F. Watson of DuBois; seven grandchildren, Lindsay Baughman, Courtney Baughman, Jordan Baughman, Kaila Abplanalp, Cole Abplanalp, Hunter Lee and Walker Lee; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Carol Owens. Friends may call from noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Grace United Methodist Church, 501 Penn Ave., E., Warren, 16365. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the church with the Rev. Kevin Haley officiating. Burial will be in the Brookville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grace United Methodist Church, or the Warren Diabetes Foundation, 2 Crescent Park West, Warren, 16365. The Peterson - Blick Funeral Home, Inc., 1003 Penn Ave., E., Warren, is in charge of arrangements. Charles D. "Chuck" Bell, 70, passed away Friday, March 20, 2009. Born Dec. 13, 1938, in Nineveh, he was the son of Duane and Alma Bell. Chuck retired from Worthington Industries after 35 years of loyal service. He also was involved in several charitable works there. He was involved in coaching his children's sports teams as they were growing up. Chuck was a member of Boy Scouts, Campfire Girls, Junior Achievement and Friends of the Creche. He was steadfast to his involvements and generous with his time to others. Chuck was active in Upper Arlington Lutheran Church serving as an usher and on the property committee. He was also a 32nd degree Mason. Mr. Bell is survived by his beloved wife, Diane Donahue Bell; three children, Tom (Terry) Bell, Theresa (Sue) Garrett-Bell and Tina (Daman) Vance; five grandchildren, Ian, Andrea, Aidyn, Rhiannon and Rowan; and a brother, R. Hays (Karen) Bell. Mr. Bell was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Conor Garrett-Bell. The family will receive friends from 5 to 6:30 p.m. today at Upper Arlington Lutheran Church, 2300 Lytham Road, Columbus, Ohio, 43220. A memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the church with Pastor Paul Ulring officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Lutheran Social Services Food Pantry, 750 E. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio, 43205-1000. Arrangements entrusted by Schoedinger Northwest Chapel, Upper Arlington, Ohio. Online condolences can be made at www.schoedinger.com. Marjorie J. Civitelli, 76, of 2500 Federal Ave., Williamsport, died Thursday, March 19, 2009 at the Williamsport Hospital. Born March 27, 1932 in Huntsville, W.Va., she was a daughter of Arthur A. and Audeen Lindsey Crisman. She was a member of East End Baptist Church and the Sons of Italy Lodge 2786. She enjoyed going to yard sales and was a loving mother, grandmother and great great grandmother. Ms. Civitelli is survived by three children, Donna J. Manciocchi and her husband, Bill, of Williamsport, Robert E. Tucker Jr. and his wife, Bonnie, of Canton, N.C. and Arthur Michael Tucker of Tewksburry, Mass.; 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Helen Anderson and Marilyn Greene; and a brother, Arthur Crisman Jr. Ms. Civitelli was preceded in death by a son, Clyde Earl Tucker on April 13, 2007; and four siblings. Funeral services and visitation were held Saturday, March 21. In lieu of flower, memorial contributions in Marjorie's name may be made to East End Baptist Church, 801 Washington Blvd. Williamsport, 17701. Online condolences may be left online at www.sandersmortuary.com. Amos Paul Hartle, 61, of Waterson Road, Strattanville, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2009, at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. Born May 23, 1947, in Clarion, he was the son of the late Clair "Beeze" Hartle and Bessie Marie Myers Hartle of Shippenville. He was married June 21, 1969, to the former Virginia K. McGrane, who survives. Mr. Hartle graduated from Immaculate Conception High School in 1965. He enlisted in the Navy Corp and served with the Marines during the Vietnam War. He worked for Scorce Inc. for 37 years and retired as a claims coordinator. Mr. Hartle was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Clarion. He was a member of the Legion 066, Moose 101, and the VFW 2145, all of Clarion. He enjoyed tinkering with clocks, spending time outdoors, golfing with his friends and family, and spending time with grandchildren. In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by two daughters, Christina Simpson and her husband, Gus, of Corsica and Lisa Hartle and her fiancé, Matt Craig, of Curllsville; a son, Brian Paul Hartle and his wife, Brandy, of Corsica; and five grandchildren, Donovan Ganss, Sydney Simpson, Samantha Simpson, Lauren Hartle and Calyssa Hartle. Also surviving are five brothers, the Rev. Tom Hartle of Shippenville, Gary Hartle and his wife, Marcia, of Clarion, Bruce Hartle and his wife, Cheryl, of Aliquippa, Emerson "Emmy" Hartle of Shippenville and Dave "Sub" Hartle of Knox and his fiance Stacy Rizinger; and one sister, Martha Siegel and her husband, Raymond, of Marble. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Clarion with the Rev. Tom Hartle, brother of Mr. Hartle, and the Rev. Monty Sayers, pastor of the church, officiating. Following the service, military honors will be held at the Immaculate Conception Cemetery accorded by the American legion Post 66 of Clarion. Entombment will follow in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery Mausoleum. Donations and memorials can be made to Liver Research, c/o Jacqui Lemaster in reference to Amos Paul Hartle, Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Avenue, M1-0030A, Cleveland, 44195. Those wishing to submit condolences may do so by visiting www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com. Robert A. Hauth, 91, of Tionesta, died Sunday, March 22, 2009, at his home. Born May 28, 1917, in Trafford, he was a son of the late Adam and Helen Carach Hauth. He was married Feb. 6, 1951, to Rachel Carringer Hauth, ,who survives. He was a member of St. Anthony Roman Catholic Church in Tionesta. Mr. Hauth served for 29 years as a Pennsylvania state policeman, working in several troops and barracks in western Pennsylvania. He retired as a captain and the commander of Troop A, Greensburg. During World War II, he served his country in the Pacific Theater as a radioman first class in the U.S. Navy. He spent a lot of his retirement playing golf and reading. In addition to his devoted wife, Mr. Hauth is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Hauth was preceded in death by three brothers, John Hauth, William Hauth and Howard Hauth and two sisters, Kathryn Stoddart and Helen Hauth. There will be no public visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Tionesta with the Rev. James A. Reardon as celebrant. Burial will be at Mt. Collins Cemetery, Tionesta. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements are under the direction of the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home of Tionesta. Condolences may be sent by e-mail to condolences@wimerfuneralhome.com Kimberly A. Lambert, 41, of 5 Oak Lane in Marienville, died Saturday, March 21, 2009, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh after a long illness. Born Jan.15, 1968, in Warren, she was the daughter of John H. and Regina F. Conrad Moore. Ms. Lambert had worked at Zook Motors in Kane, Knox Auto Parts in Knox, and later at Jenny's Pizza in Marienville. Surviving are her parents of Kane; a daughter Shawna Lambert and a son Raymond Lambert, both of Marienville; three sisters, Valerie Trubic of Avoca, N.Y., Tracy Gilmore of Kane and Renee Moore of Kellettville; a brother, Shawn Moore of James City; her companion with whom she lived, John Hafer; and her former husband, Joey Lambert of Marienville. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Friends may attend a memorial service at 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, at the Ronald McDonald II Funeral Home, Inc. in Kane with the Rev. Jeffrey Little of the First United Methodist Church of Kane, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lupus Foundation of America, Inc. Wyncote House, 25 Washington Lane, Suite 39-1,Wyncote, 19095; or to the National Kidney Foundation, 555 Grant Street, Suite 380, Pittsburgh, 15219. Earl E. Latchaw, 70, of 157 Park Ave., Franklin, died at 11:35 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2009, at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh. Born Oct. 20, 1938, in Oil City, he was a son of Homer Eugene Latchaw and Lois K. Kelley. He was married July 26, 1958, to the former Barbara Jean "Bobbie Jo" Snyder, who survives. Mr. Latchaw was owner and operator of Latchaw Plumbing & Heating. He very much enjoyed the time he served in the U.S. Army during peacetime. Mr. Latchaw was a member of Fox Street Church of God, president of Rocky Grove PTA, and president of Venango County Training Center. He was a member of Franklin Rotary, Venango County 4-H, Rocky Grove Fire Department, and Rocky Grove Fire Police. Mr. Latchaw was an avid Steelers fan. He enjoyed CB radios, fishing, horses and going to "hot dog" shops with his brother, Jim. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Mr. Latchaw loved his dog, "Baby," and his granddog, "Max." In addition to his wife, Mr. Latchaw is survived by three children, Doug Latchaw and his wife, Tammi, of Seneca, Debbie Cummings and her husband, Tone, of Meadville and Kelley Bell and her husband, Doug, of Franklin; 12 grandchildren, Ryan Latchaw and his wife, Mandy, of San Diego, Calif., Trevor Latchaw of Meadville, Tyler Jordan of Meadville, Matt Flinspach of Pittsburgh, Tony Flinspach of Franklin, Ashley Latchaw of Franklin, Levi Bell of New Bethlehem, Chelsea Rudolph and her husband, Johnny, of Virginia Beach, Va., Dusty Bell of Franklin, Kevin Wice of Oil City, Lynn Cubitt of Oil City and Autumn Doyle of Oil City. He is survived by eight great-grandchildren, Kaden Latchaw and Jaylen Latchaw, both of San Diego, Calif., Broc Rudolph of Virginia Beach, Va., Cambria Flinspach and Jackson Flinspach of Franklin, Alexsis Bish of Grove City, Jayda Robinson of Oil City and Camerin Shotts of Oil City. He is also survived by a sister, Jayne French and her husband, Richard, of Oil City; a sister-in-law, Sue Buchan of Franklin; a brother, James W. Latchaw and his wife, Patty, of Franklin; two brothers-in-law, David Snyder and his wife, Donna, of Franklin and William Snyder of Franklin; and a special niece and nephew, Stephen Buchan and his wife, Lisa, of Carlton and Christine Buchan-Yarilla and her husband, Mark, of Boca Raton, Fla. Mr. Latchaw was preceded in death by his parents, a niece, Monique Latchaw; and a nephew, Jaden French. Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Gardinier Funeral Home, 1315 Chestnut St., Franklin. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Fox Street Church of God with the Rev. Lonnie Wolford, pastor, and the Rev. Phil Conklin, retired pastor of Fox Street Church of God, officiating. Interment will be in Sunset Hills Memorial with full military honors being accorded by the VETS Honor Guard. Memorials may be made to the Rocky Grove Volunteer Fire Department. Online condolences may be sent at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com Getting it right - Floyd E. Whitman Sr. Floyd E. "Ed" Whitman Sr., 73, of 2667 Lamberton Rd., Franklin, died at 4:40 p.m. Saturday March 21, 2009, at UPMC Northwest Seneca. Among his survivors is a grandson, Matthew E. Whitman of Franklin.

The Derrick, March 23, 2009: Eleanor T. Ginnery, formerly of Reno and Oil City Earl E. Latchaw, 157 Park Ave., Franklin Bernice A. McFetridge, 722 Mercer Road, Franklin Levi Shawn Mohney, New Bethlehem William F. Muse Sr., 1466 Route 322, Utica Kathryn Oaks, Corsica Reid Douglas Perrett Sr., 17659 Bugtown Road, Titusville Aldo T. "Pete" Pietropoli, Highland Oaks, Shippenville, formerly of Tippecanoe Road, Knox Helen J. Seely, Wesbury Nursing Home, 31 Park Ave., Meadville Floyd E. "Ed" Whitman Sr., 2667 Lamberton Road, Franklin Eleanor T. Ginnery, 82, formerly of Reno and Oil City, a resident of the Oil City Presbyterian Home, went to be with the Lord at 4:10 p.m. Saturday, March 21, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born Feb. 11, 1927, in Hamtramck Mich., she was a daughter of the late Teofil and Josephine Garfinski Jasielski. Mrs. Ginnery attended St Stephen Church and enjoyed playing bingo. She was married on Feb. 11, 1947, to Clarence E. Ginnery, who preceded her in death Feb. 26, 2001. Surviving are three sons, Anthony Ginnery and wife, Martie, of Rouseville, Samual Ginnery of Reno and Clarence Ginnery of Illinois; five grandchildren, Tracii Westlake of Oil City, Tony (Butch) Ginnery of Tionesta, April Spencer of Oil City, and Shannon Ginnery and Caitlin Ginnery, both of Illinois. Survivors also include 13 great-grandchildren, Tamra Hosseini of Franklin, Shelbi Westlake, Dakotah Westlake, Midajah Spencer, Diamond Spencer, Terry Spencer and Vontavious Spencer all of Oil City, Tyler Clark, Hilary Clark, Jasmine Ginnery, and Destiny Ginnery all of Tionesta, and Cassius Foley and Cameron Ginnery, both of Illinois; one great-great-granddaughter, Delilah Grace Hosseini of Franklin; and one brother, Theodore Jasielski. In addition to her parents and husband, she as preceded in death by a granddaughter, Tammie Jo Ginnery; one sister, Sallie Valeski; and five step brothers and sisters, John Krawczyk, Lois Krawczyk, Celia Krawczyk Zielecki, Sophie Boyd and Jane Martyna. There will be no visitation and services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family suggests memorials be made to the Oil City Presbyterian Home. Earl E. Latchaw, 70, of 157 Park Ave., Franklin, died at 11:35 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2009, at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh. The Gardinier Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The News-Herald. Bernice A. McFetridge, 92, of 722 Mercer Road, Franklin died at 6:35 p.m. Friday, March 20, 2009, at Sugar Creek Station. Born July 25, 1916, in Pierpont, Ohio, she was a daughter of Glenn Leroy and Elsie Moore Adams. She was a graduate of Franklin High School. Mrs. McFetridge was employed as a licensed practical nurse at Polk Center for many years, retiring from there. She was a member of the Polk United Methodist Church. She had been a member of the Franklin Women's Club and enjoyed quilting. She was married on April 6, 1934, to Russell L. McFetridge, who preceded her in death July 7, 1991. Surviving are two daughters, Shirley Zilhaver of Polk and Donna Miller of Troy, Mo.; and seven grandchildren, Sandi Showers and her husband, Paul, of Franklin, Cheryl Englert and her husband, Glenn, and Cindi Wikinson and her husband, Steve, all of Polk, Lynda Holland of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, Karen Moore and her husband, Brian, of Markham, Va.,and Laura Schneier and her husband, Dennis, and Stephen Butters, all of St. Peter's, Mo. Survivors also include 11 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, husband, she was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Jack Miller;a great-grandson, Kris Showers; a brother, Marlowe Adams; and her granddaughter's husband, Ed Holland. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St. Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Lea A. Guiney, pastor of the Polk United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Sandy Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Polk United Methodist Church, 715 Main Street, Polk, 16342. Levi Shawn Mohney, 24, of New Bethlehem, died unexpectedly Thursday, March 19, 2009, at Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born Oct. 27, 1984, in Armstrong County Memorial Hospital, Kittanning, he was a son of Mary Beth Jones Davidson and William Shawn Mohney. He was a 2003 graduate of Keystone High School, where he played football and wrestled. He was the first District 9 wresting champion for Keystone High School. He attended the Oakland Church of God in Distant. Levi was a carpenter and had worked for New Era and Structural Modulars. He is survived by his parents, Mary Beth Davidson and her husband, Charlie, of Natural Bridge, Va., and William Shawn Mohney and his wife, Cindy, of New Bethlehem; two brothers, Korban, serving with the National Guard in Iraq, and Colten of New Bethlehem; a sister, Brittani of Knox; a step-brother, Zach. Survivors also include maternal grandmother, Polly Jones of New Bethlehem; maternal great-grandmother, Mary Ann Wright of Kittanning; paternal grandparents, Jerry and Joanne Mohney of New Bethlehem; paternal great-grandfather, Ralph Davis of New Bethlehem; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and his special friend, Buddy. Levi was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Edwin (Casey) Jones on April 18, 2008; his paternal great-grandmother, Helen Davis; and maternal great-grandfather, Arthur James Wright. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Rupert Funeral Home in New Bethlehem. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Jimmy Swogger, pastor of the Oakland Church of God of Distant, officiating. Interment will follow at the Leatherwood Cemetery in Porter Township, Clarion County. Online condolences may be sent to Levi's family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com Levi Shawn Mohney, 24, of New Bethlehem, died unexpectedly Thursday, March 19, 2009, at Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born Oct. 27, 1984, in Armstrong County Memorial Hospital, Kittanning, he was a son of Mary Beth Jones Davidson and William Shawn Mohney. He was a 2003 graduate of Keystone High School, where he played football and wrestled. He was the first District 9 wresting champion for Keystone High School. He attended the Oakland Church of God in Distant. Levi was a carpenter and had worked for New Era and Structural Modulars. He is survived by his parents, Mary Beth Davidson and her husband, Charlie, of Natural Bridge, Va., and William Shawn Mohney and his wife, Cindy, of New Bethlehem; two brothers, Korban, serving with the National Guard in Iraq, and Colten of New Bethlehem; a sister, Brittani of Knox; a step-brother, Zach. Survivors also include maternal grandmother, Polly Jones of New Bethlehem; maternal great-grandmother, Mary Ann Wright of Kittanning; paternal grandparents, Jerry and Joanne Mohney of New Bethlehem; paternal great-grandfather, Ralph Davis of New Bethlehem; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and his special friend, Buddy. Levi was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Edwin (Casey) Jones on April 18, 2008; his paternal great-grandmother, Helen Davis; and maternal great-grandfather, Arthur James Wright. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Rupert Funeral Home in New Bethlehem. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Jimmy Swogger, pastor of the Oakland Church of God of Distant, officiating. Interment will follow at the Leatherwood Cemetery in Porter Township, Clarion County. Online condolences may be sent to Levi's family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com William F. Muse Sr., 83, of 1466 Route 322, Utica, died at 12:09 p.m. Friday, March 20, 2009, at Meadville Medical Center. Born Sept. 14, 1925, in Franklin, he was a son of Frederick and Vinnie Heffern Muse. Mr. Muse worked as a security guard for Point Security at Meadville Medical Center. Prior to that he was an expediter for Joy Manufacturing. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era and retired from the Criminal Investigative Division (CID). He was a member of the Conneaut Valley Church of the Nazarene. He was also a member of the Cochranton American Legion. Mr. Muse enjoyed hunting, fishing and golf. He was married on July 9, 1952, to the former Martha F. Musselwhite, who survives. Survivors also include three children, William F. Muse Jr. and wife, Maryellen, James D. Muse and wife, Cheryl, and Dixie Kristoff and husband, Willard, all of Meadville; and five grandchildren, William F. Muse III and wife, Debbie, of Titusville, Sarah M. Lind and husband, Dusty, of Franklin, and Heather L. Burkhardt, Greg A. Muse and Michael L. Kristoff, all of Meadville; and six great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a great-grandson, Tyler Muse. Friends may call from 9 to 11 a.m. today at the Gardinier Funeral Home, 1315 Chestnut St. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today in the funeral home with the Rev. Marshall S. Lillie of the Conneaut Valley Church of the Nazarene officiating. Interment will be at Deckards Run Cemetery. On-line condolences may be sent at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com. Kathryn Oaks of Corsica died Friday, March 20, 2009, at Brookside Assisted Living. She was the daughter of James B. and Margaret Glenn Ross. She was a graduate of Union Vocational School in Corsica. Mrs. Oaks was a homemaker. She was an active member of the Pisgah Presbyterian Church in Corsica for more than 50 years. She was past moderator of the Pisgah Women's Association, was a member of the Pisgah church choir for many years, was a longtime member of the American Bible Study and was a life member of the Women's General Missionary Society of North America. She was married June 27, 1940, in Clover Township, Jefferson County, to Arthur E. "Lefty" Oaks, who preceded her in death June 22, 1983. Surviving are a niece, Mrs. John (Carol) Russell of Youngstown, Ohio; and three nephews, W. Glenn Fuller of Youngstown, F. Dale Fuller of Girard, Ohio, and David L. Dickey of New Springfield, Ohio. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Elizabeth A. Fuller and Mildred J. Dickey; a niece, Elizabeth Ann Taub; a nephew, James C. Fuller; and a great-niece, Melody Russell. Friends will be received from 9 to 11 a.m. today at the McKinney Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Brookville. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. today at the Pisgah Presbyterian Church in Corsica, with the Rev. James Dietrich officiating. Interment will be in Pisgah Cemetery, Corsica. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Pisgah Presbyterian Church, Corsica, 15829. Reid Douglas Perrett Sr., 84, of 17659 Bugtown Road, Titusville, died at 6:17 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2009, at UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Born on Aug. 18, 1924, in Oil City, he was a son of the late John Henry and Katherine Douglas Perrett. He attended Cranberry High School. A veteran of World War II, Mr. Perrett served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1945. During that time he fought in battles and campaigns in the Pacific Theatre and was awarded three Bronze Stars. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Corporal. He was employed by GTE in the voice communications department for 43 years. He retired in 1989. Mr. Perrett belonged to IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) and served as a union steward. He was also a member of Telephone Pioneers, past president of the Titusville Aero Club, Democratic committee man for Oil Creek Township, Venango County, and was a lifetime member of the Bruce Shorts VFW Post 5958. He loved spending time with his family, and was a pilot since 1989. He was also an avid fly fisherman, enjoyed reading and traveling and shared his wife Bobbie's interest in genealogy. He will be missed by his animal friends. Mr. Perrett is survived by his wife Barbara "Bobbie" Watters Perrett, whom he married on Oct. 3, 1986, in Pittsburgh; four children, Douglas Perrett and wife, Linda, of Columbus, Ohio, Stanley Perrett and wife, Linda, of Saegertown, Steven Perrett and companion, Barb Sterner, of Polk, and Sharon Perrett Rogers of Savannah, Ga. Survivors also include a daughter-in-law, Lavonne Pompilio and husband, Phil, of Pleasantville; three grandsons, Lonnie Perrett of Titusville, Barry Perrett and wife, Kelly, of Saegertown, and Jody Perrett and wife, Naseem, of Mine Hill, N.J.; five great-grandchildren, Jacob Perrett, Tyra McGarvie, Rayden Perrett, Magda Perrett, Suraiya Perrett; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Virginia Irwin Perrett, who was the mother of their five children; his second wife, Margie Hill Perrett; one son, Larry Perrett; four brothers, Homer, Clifford, Richard and Eugene Perrett; and three sisters, Dorothy Donahue, Opal Thomas and Beulah Masters. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Interment with full military rites will be in Fairview Cemetery, Pleasantville. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Titusville Aero Club, 2572 Meadville Road, Titusville, 16354. Aldo T. "Pete" Pietropoli, 88, of Highland Oaks, Shippenville, formerly of Tippecanoe Road, Knox, continued his journey to his heavenly Father, departing this life at 1:10 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2009, after a short illness. Born Aug. 22, 1920, in Naples, Italy, he was the son of the late Gaetano and Elena Goridano Pietropoli. He came to America with his family on May 9, 1921, at the age of 8 months. He was raised in Philadelphia, where he attended industrial school. A veteran of World War II, he serve in the U.S. Army Air Corps in the Pacific Theater of Operations. He owned a successful businesses for 25 years in Trevose prior to moving to the Knox area in 1974. He retired from the Keystone School District in 1985 and continued working at Knox Auto Supply until 2005. He attended the United Church of God in Meadville for many years. He was married on June 25, 1983, to Doris Best Cope, who survives. Also surviving are four children, Mary Simmons of Shippenville, Cathy Stansfield of Sunbury, Richard Pietropoli and his wife, Doreen, of Levittown, and Sandra Cammack and her husband, Kent, of Dacula, Ga. Survivors also include Doris's children, who were a big part of his life, Vivian Irwin and her husband, Bill, of Knox, Valerie Morrison of Grove City, Jay Cope of Illinois, Kay Biddle and her husband, Wesley, of Elwood City, and Ray Cope and his wife, Lora, of Coudersport. Additional survivors include many grandchildren; a brother, Oswald Pietropoli of Homestead, Fla.; and two sisters, Hilda Applebaum of Philadelphia and Dina Pietropoli of New York City. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Thelma Lenore, on March 8, 1981. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the David C. McEntire Funeral Home, 504 E. Penn St., Knox. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with Don Henson of the United Church of God and the Rev. Bill Houben, a retired Free Methodist minister, co-officiating. The family suggests memorials be made to Highland Oaks Charitable Endowment, 101 Maple Drive, Shippenville, 16254, or the Knox Public Library, 620 S. Main St., Knox, 16232. Helen J. Seely, 84, of Wesbury Nursing Home, 31 Park Ave., Meadville, died at 2:45 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2009, at Wesbury Nursing Home. Born Nov. 18, 1924, in Meadville, she was a daughter of Leon and Hazel Thompson Cotterman. Mrs. Seely worked as a meat wrapper for Quaker Food Market and as a cafeteria worker for the Valley Grove School District. She was a member of the Canal Wesleyan Methodist Church. She enjoyed crocheting. Mrs. Seely was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved children and taught Sunday school for more than 30 years. She was married Aug. 7, 1943, to Daniel E. (Jay) Seely Jr., who preceded her in death. Surviving are three children, Daniel Wayne Seely and wife, Janice, of Meadville, Shirley Jean Richards and husband, Edward, of Franklin, and Diane Elaine Seely of Salem, Ohio; and four grandchildren, Julie Dombroski and husband, John, of Pittsburgh, Randall Richards and wife, Laura, of New Castle, Jason Daniel Seely and wife, Cherilyn, of Meadville, and Kurtis Bradley Seely, of Meadville. Survivors also include four great-grandchildren, Tyler Andrew Richards of Franklin, Austin Bradley Seely of Meadville, Kristen Nicole Seely of Meadville, and Logan Drew Seely of Meadville; and two sisters and their husbands, Martha and Elliott Pritts of Hillsboro, W.Va., and Mary Lou and Robert Nageotte of Saegertown. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, William and Merle Cotterman; and a sister, Shirley Phelps. Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Gardinier Funeral Home, 1315 Chestnut St., and from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Canal Wesleyan Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church with the Rev. Domenick Pietro, pastor of the church, officiating. Interment will be at Peters Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the Stoneboro Wesleyan Methodist School, 947 Fredonia Road, Stoneboro, 16153, or to the Franklin Public Library, 421 12th St., Franklin, 16323. Online condolences may be sent at www.gardinerfuneralhome.com. Floyd E. "Ed" Whitman Sr., 73, of 2667 Lamberton Road, Franklin, died at 4:40 p.m. Saturday, March 21, 2009, shortly after his arrival in the emergency department of UPMC Northwest, Seneca. Mr. Whitman was stricken earlier in his home with an apparent massive heart attack. Born Aug. 20, 1935, in Franklin, he was the beloved son of the late Harry and Sophia M. (Eckel) Whitman. He attended Franklin area schools and proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He was stationed at Fort Knox, Ky., and was awarded the Good Conduct Medal following his honorable discharge from the service. He was employed as a machinist for the Chicago Pneumatic Tool Co. in Franklin until it closed. He also worked for Lepley's Bus Service and Dunlap's Lawn and Garden Co., doing small engine repair when he could. He enjoyed spending quality time with his family and friends and especially enjoyed sharing time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He enjoyed making the best of every day by woodworking, building items for his family and friends and rebuilding anything with a motor. He had fun riding his four-wheeler, gardening, walking quietly in the woods enjoying nature, hunting with his family and friends, and sharing time with his beloved dog, Taco. He was married Sept. 15, 1959, to the former Carol J. Clark, who survives. Survivors also include four children, Floyd E. Whitman Jr. and his wife, Pam, Beverly D. Whitman, Tim E. Whitman and Barbara D. Whitman, all of Franklin; and five grandchildren, Jessica N. Whitman, Justin P. Rice and his fiancee, Amber Reed, Jasmine E. Whitman, Mikal E. Whitman and July M. Whitman, all of Franklin. Also surviving are four great-grandchildren, Brylee Hope Goodman, Trenton J. Rice, Noah Lee Steetle and Shane Hetes; two sisters, Mary Slocum of Franklin and Marcia Grove and her husband, Chuck, of Dayton, Ohio; and two brothers, H. "Abe" Whitman of Cochranton and John Whitman of Franklin. He is also survived by the members of the Clark family and many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and other extended family members. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Julia M. Whitman; and a brother, Kenneth Whitman. At Mr. Whitman's request, there will be no public visitation. A private memorial service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. The family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses. The Timothy J. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin, is in charge of arrangements.

Today I added 34 biographies for Clarion County, PA to my web site. All the biographies that I have online for Western Pennsylvania may be found with this link. http://www.onlinebiographies.info/pa/index.htm I am sorry to say that this is all that I have for Clarion County, but you may be also interested in one of the other Counties where I have a lot more. Cheers Ray

The Derrick, March 21, 2009: Dorris E. Eckel, Lamberton Street, Rocky Grove Levi S. Mohney, New Bethlehem Anna Kathryn Oaks, formerly of Corsica David S. O'Donnell, Parker Daryl F. Raybuck, Knox Barbara M. Schweitzer, Shippenville Getting it Right - Veronia Noni Huefner Dorris Elaine "Dottie" Eckel, 86, of Lamberton Street, Rocky Grove, left this life to be with her Lord at 4:25 p.m. Thursday, March 19, 2009, at UPMC Northwest. Born March 6, 1923, in Bradford, she was a daughter of Earl W. and Lillian Mae Minium McCool. She attended Cranberry and Franklin high schools and met her future husband, Leo Thomas Eckel, while a student at Franklin High School. When Mr. Eckel was called to military service, he proposed to her and they were married June 1, 1943, in Kansas City, Mo., where he was stationed with the Army Air Corps at North American Aviation. The young couple was later stationed at Hamilton Air Base in Fresno, Calif., and Fort Lawton, Wash. It was while her husband was serving in the Aleutian Islands that Mrs. Eckel worked at Boeing Aircraft in Seattle, Wash., doing electrical wiring on the B-17 and B-29 bombers. After her husband's return from the Aleutians, the couple moved to Dover Army Air Base at Dover, Del., and later to Andrews Air Base near Washington, D.C. After Mr. Eckel's discharge, the couple returned home to Franklin. Mrs. Eckel worked at Joy, Polk State School and Hospital, CPT and retired as credit manager of Conair Inc. Her goal was always to better herself through education no matter where she was living. While at Boeing Aircraft, she worked 12 hours a day, seven days a week and still found time to attend classes at the local business college. Her love of learning continued throughout her life. She was an active member, as her health permitted, of St. Patrick Church in Franklin, the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, the Franklin Woman's Club, the Venango County Homemakers Club and the Venango County Historical Society. Mrs. Eckel was an avid crafter and enjoyed creating handmade gifts for her family and friends. She was most proud of the accomplishments of her family and relished family gatherings to celebrate holidays, birthdays and other occasions. Surviving are her husband, Leo, also known as "Beaver" or "Tom." The couple celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary last summer and a tree was planted in Franklin's West Park by their family in their honor. Also surviving are two sons and their wives, Thomas Dennison Eckel and his wife Doris, and John Dana Eckel and his wife Mary, all of Franklin; five grandchildren, Dana Marie Thomas and her husband Kevin of Allison Park, Melissa Kojancie and her husband Steve of Erie, Timothy Thomas Eckel and his wife Lauren of Nampa, Idaho, Emily Elizabeth Grazulis and her husband Joe of New Eagle and Petty Officer Andrew John Eckel (USCG) of Franklin; four great-grandchildren, Sarah Elizabeth and Emily Anne Thomas, Ava Mae Kojancie and William John Grazulis; a sister, Lucille McKittrick of Dunedin, Fla.; a half-sister, Rev. Patricia Dailey of Boston, Mass.; and three half-brothers, Edward McCool, Ronald McCool and Larry McCool, all of Bradford. Preceding her in death in addition to her parents were four sisters, Helen Clark, Ruth Harvey, Mary Elizabeth Strait and Viola Jenks; a half-sister, Betty Nufer; and a half-brother, Sgt. Leroy McCool. Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. Monday in the Gardinier Funeral Home Inc., 1315 Chestnut St., Franklin. A Christian wake service will be held at 4 p.m. Monday in the funeral home. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Patrick Church. Msgr. John J. Herbien will serve as celebrant. Interment will be in St. Patrick Cemetery. The family suggests memorials may be made to the St. Patrick Building Fund or St. Patrick School. Condolences may be sent online at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com. Levi Shawn Mohney, 24, of New Bethlehem, died unexpectedly Thursday, March 19, 2009, at Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh. The Rupert Funeral Home of New Bethlehem is in charge of arrangements. On-line condolences may be sent to Levi's family at wwww.rupertfuneralhomes.com. A complete obituary will appear Monday in The Derrick. Anna Kathryn Oaks, 96, formerly of Corsica, died Friday morning, March 20, 2009, at Brookside Assisted Living. The McKinney Funeral Home, Brookville, is in charge of the arrangements. A complete obituary will be published at a later date. David S. O'Donnell, 42, of Parker, husband of Karla McCall O'Donnell, passed away suddenly late Thursday morning, March 19, 2009, of injuries sustained in a two-vehicle accident on Route 422 in Armstrong County, near Kittanning. Daryl Frederick Raybuck, 68, of Knox, died unexpectedly Thursday, March 19, 2009, at his residence. His loving wife of nearly 50 years and their beloved dog, Uba, were at his side. Born July 25, 1940, in Elk City, he was the son of the late Lloyd N. and Ruth H. Allaman Raybuck. Daryl graduated from Keystone High School in 1959. He had been a journeyed maintenance mechanic for Glass Containers in Knox. During most of his career, he traveled throughout the United States performing tank repairs. He was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ in Knox, the Clarion County Rod and Gun Club and Wentlings Corners Community Club. Daryl was a devoted and loving father, husband and grandfather, who enjoyed spending time with his family, who so dearly loved him. He was an avid outdoorsman, participating in hunting, fishing, canoeing, biking and walking. He was a loyal Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Daryl was very competitive and loved to play cards and games with family and friends. His nightly "Jeopardy" viewings often left others in awe of his knowledge. He enjoyed traveling and sightseeing and had grown particularly fond of his visits to the ocean.. He was married Oct. 2, 1959, to the former Emma Jayne Beichner, who survives. Survivors also include a son, Daryl A. (Tony) Raybuck and his wife, Ho llie, on Ninevah; and two daughters, Darla L. McConnell and her husband, Dan, of Corsica, and Dori S. Raybuck and her husband, Eric Gulnac, of Freedom. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Kayla and Tasha Cochran, both of Corsica, Senior Airman Shane Raybuck of Cheyenne, Wyo., and Dirk Raybuck of Knox. The oldest of seven children, Daryl is also survived by three brothers, Ken Raybuck of Palm Springs, Calif., Terry Raybuck and his wife, Candi, of Knox, and Kim Raybuck and his wife, Glenda, of Knox; and three sisters and their husbands, Bonnie and Jerry Easter of Shelbyville, Ind., Peggy and David Anderson of Meadville and Dottie and William Styres of Florida. He is also survived by numerous sisters- and brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces and dear friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Colby Cochran. Friends will be received from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. today and from noon to 2 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the David C. McEntire Funeral Home, 504 E. Penn St., Knox. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Karen Parsh, pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Twin Church Road, Knox, and the Rev. Tony Fields, pastor of St. Paul United Church of Christ, Twin Church Road, Knox, co-officiating. Interment will follow in St. Paul Union Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society or the Clarion County Youth Field Days, P.O. Box 306, Knox, 16232. Barbara Margrit Schweitzer, 16, of Highland Drive, Shippenville, passed away Friday, March 20, 2009, at Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, following a bout with cancer. Barbara was strong, happy, and courageous throughout her year-and-a-half battle with cancer and was very inspirational to others. Born Dec. 16, 1992, in Chillan, Chile, she was the daughter of Christian and Paula Schweitzer of Shippenville. Barbara was a sophomore at Clarion Area High School. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Clarion. Barbara was an avid reader, enjoyed painting, listening to music, and spending time with her friends. In addition to her parents, she is survived by three brothers, Sebastian, Nicolas, and Daniel, all of Shippenville; and grandparents, Augusto and Maria Eugenia Schweitzer, and Orlando and Angelica Seguel, all of Chile. The family will receive friends from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Monday at the Immaculate Conception Church in Clarion, with Monsignor Jan Olowin, pastor of St. Michael Church in Emlenton, and the Rev. Monty Sayers, pastor of Immaculate Conception Church in Clarion, presiding. Further services will be held in Chile. Interment will be held at the Municipal Cemetery in Chillan, Chile. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com. Getting it Right - Veronia Noni Huefner Veronia "Noni" Huefner: Mass of Christian Burial for Veronica "Noni" Huefner will be celebrated at 11 a.m. today at the Immaculate Conception Church in Clarion with the Rev. Monty Sayers presiding. Entombment will follow in the Immaculate Conception Mausoleum.

The Derrick, March 20, 2009: Curtis J. Ditzenberger, 114 Main St. Extension, Polk Brenda George, Georgetown, Texas, formerly of Rimersburg Glenn C. Goodman, 249 Flockerzi Road, Oil City William W. Hollis, Leeper Veronia Huefner, 12631 Route 208, Marble Erma J. Hurt, 23225 Titusville Road, Titusville Vivian Beatty Kell, 535 Colbert Ave., Oil City Ronald L. Kinch, 1485 Mercer Road, Frenchcreek Township Frank N. Ruby Jr., Seneca Getting it right - Pamela Slater Curtis J. Ditzenberger, 41, of 114 Main St. Extension, Polk, died at 4:50 a.m. Wednesday March 18, 2009, at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh. Curt died of natural causes due to a massive right brain stroke. Born Oct. 22, 1967, in Grove City, he was the son of Richard D. and Alice Ditzenberger. Mr. Ditzenberger was a 1986 graduate of Franklin High School and a 1991 graduate of Clarion University with a bachelor's degree. in biology. He was employed as a teacher for Franklin Area School District. Mr. Ditzenberger enjoyed baseball, fly fishing, being outdoors and, most of all, being with his children and family. He was the former head baseball coach at Franklin High School. In addition to his parents, Mr. Ditzenberger is survived by two children, Kyle W. Ditzenberger and Kate L. Ditzenberger, both of Franklin; and two brothers, Chad Ditzenberger and his wife, Amy, of Franklin and Dennis B. Ditzenberger and his wife, Gina, of Pittsburgh. He is also survived by two nieces, Shania Ditzenberger of Franklin and Allison Ditzenberger of Pittsburgh; two nephews, Dalton Ditzenberger of Franklin and Richard Ditzenberger of Pittsburgh; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Mr. Ditzenberger was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Gardinier Funeral Home, 1315 Chestnut St, Franklin. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. John's Episcopal Church with the Rev. Holly Davis officiating. Interment will be in Graham Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Ditzenberger Children's Fund (Kyle and Kate) c/o First National Bank 210 13th St., Franklin or Trouts Unlimited, Oil Creek Chapter, Box 366, Franklin. Condolences may be sent online at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com Brenda Jean Smith George, 64, of Georgetown, Texas, formerly of Rimersburg, passed away Tuesday March 10, 2009, in Georgetown, Texas. Born June 9, 1944, in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of Max George Smith and Eleanor LaRue Mortimer. She was married Oct. 16, 1965, in Rimersburg, to Merle Evan George Jr., who survives in Georgetown, Texas. Mrs. George attended Clarion University and the University of Texas in Austin, where she received her bachelor's degree. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Georgetown, Texas. Mrs. George enjoyed fine dining, antique collecting, entertaining friends and most importantly, her precious family. Her love of children caused her to become a elementary school teacher in the Round Rock School District in Round Rock, Texas. In addition to her husband, Mrs. George is survived by two sons, Doug George and his fiancé, Tatia Smith, of Magnolia, Texas and Dan George and his wife, Kristi, of Westerville, Ohio; her mother, LaRue Daw of Butler; two sisters, Molly Lovric of Butler and Beth Gumpl of New Braunfels, Texas; and five grandchildren, Leah George, Emma George, Molly George, Max George and Katie Smith. Funeral services were held March 13 in Texas. Gabriels Funeral Chapel of Georgetown, Texas, was handling arrangements. The family suggests contributions in Brenda's name be made to Faith Lutheran Church, 4010 Williams Drive, Georgetown, Texas, 78628. Those who wish to share words of comfort may do so online at www.gabrielsfuneral.com. Glenn C. Goodman, 71, of 249 Flockerzi Road, Oil City, passed away at 7 a.m. Thursday, March 19, 2009, at the Presbyterian Home in Oil City, following several months of declining health. Born Feb. 20, 1938, in Oil City, he was the son of David Goodman and Thelma Ferringer Goodman, who both preceded him in death. He was married Feb. 27, 1960, to the great love of his life, the former Delores Rita Perry, who was at his side for the past 49 years, and she survives. Mr. Goodman attended Cranberry and Oil City area schools and proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1956 to 1959. He was a member of the Heckathorn United Methodist Church and Oil City Jaycees service club. Mr. Goodman was a long-time Quaker State employee, serving there for 35 years until his early retirement when the headquarters moved out of Oil City. During his years at Quaker State he worked in the mail room and later managed the warehouse facility in Seneca. After retirement, he assisted his son and wife in the family business at Baker's Confectionery until they sold it in 2002. He enjoyed participating in and watching sports over the years. He was an avid participant in the Quaker State sponsored bowling league and played in the area men's softball league. He was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers. Mr. Goodman's hobbies were varied. He was a collector of LP records, especially songs and artists from the '50s and '60s. He also loved watching movies and his favorites included military and western films. He collected items related to his Native American heritage and old photographs of the area. He had a keen interest in history, especially of this surrounding area and the oil industry. He also enjoyed hunting, gardening and landscaping around his home in the Coal Hill area. He had a great love for animals, especially cats, and will be greatly missed by his cat, Joe. Mr. Goodman's proudest accomplishment was being the father of four children and the grandfather of two granddaughters. He followed all their school, sporting, social and work accomplishments with keen interest and great pride. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Tina Renee Moon and her husband, William, of Oil City and Marcie Lee Rodriguez of Bonita Springs, Fla.; and two sons, Timothy Glenn Goodman and his wife, Chris, of Oil City and Mark Andrew Goodman and his fiancé, Amy Stamm, of Oil City. He is also survived by two granddaughters, April Renee Moon and Rachel Lee Moon and her fiancé, Brandon Kapp; two brothers, David Goodman and his wife, Donna, of Oil City and Harold Goodman and his wife, Beverly, of Midway, Ga.; two sisters-in-law, Judy Stahlman of Seneca and Marjorie Fye and her husband, Howard, of Knox; 12 nephews and nieces; and his long-time friend and hunting, fishing and gardening buddy of 45 years, Gerald Anderson and his wife, Carol, of Seneca. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with Pastor Pat Ellis officiating. Interment will be at the Heckathorn Cemetery in Seneca. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Venango County Humane Society, P.O. Box 1045, Oil City, 16301. William W. Hollis, 68, of Leeper, died late Wednesday evening, March 18, 2009, at the Clarion Hospital. Born Nov. 15, 1940, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Wesley T. and Cecilia Hickey Hollis. He married the former Delores Jane Lutz on June 14, 1966, and she survives. Mr. Hollis served in the U.S. Army. He worked for Foster Forbes in Oil City and also Marienville and Knox Glass Plants. In later years he worked with his brother-in-law installing siding on houses. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, the Steelers, NASCAR, camping, gardening and cutting firewood. In addition to his wife, Mr. Hollis is survived by two sons, William W. Hollis and his wife, Rebecca, of Vowinckel, and David A. Hollis of Knox; and two daughters, Betty Servey and her husband, George III, and Kathy Beichner and her husband, Rick, all of Shippenville. He is also survived by three brothers, Wesley Hollis of Tionesta, Charles Hollis of Jamestown, N.Y. and Harry Hollis of Leeper; one sister, Connie Whiteman and her husband, Larry, of Curry, N.C.; six grandchildren, Kyle, Josh and Jessica Servey, and Kaitlyn, Jenna and Kaleb Beichner; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Hollis was preceded in death by three brothers, Donald, Richard and Harvey Hollis. Friends and family may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Borland Funeral Home, Inc. in Leeper. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. David Coul, pastor of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in the Scotch Hill Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society. Erma J. Hurt, 73, of 23225 Titusville Rd., Titusville, formerly of E. Gore Road, Erie, died at 12:35 a.m. Thursday, March 19, 2009, at Titusville Area Hospital after an extended illness. Born June 9, 1935, in Cranberry Township, Venango County, she was a daughter of the late John and Bernice Merwin Murray. Mrs. Hurt was a graduate of Cranberry Area High School. She was employed for many years at Oakwood Rose Gardens, and then worked alongside her husband at Hurt's Meter Service, a business they started in Erie, and then moved to Hydetown. Mrs. Hurt enjoyed her family and friends, watching sports and their devoted dog, Dusty. On Oct. 6, 1955, she married Leon E. Hurt in Oil City, and he survives. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Sally Barr and her husband, Alan, of Centerville; a son Brian Hurt and his wife, Fae Michelle, of Rocky Grove; two grandchildren, Jessica Hurt and Brandon Hurt and his companion, Christina; and two great-grandchildren, Chasity and Lilyan. She is also survived by a sister, Rhea Britt and her husband, Phil, of Macon, Ga.; a brother, Richard Murray and his wife, Nancy, of Oil City; a sister-in-law, Sherry Murray of Tennessee; a brother, John and his wife, Linda; a brother-in-law, Roger Hurt and his wife, Nancy, of Coudersport; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Robert. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Morrison Funeral Home, 110 Petroleum St., Oil City. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens, Cranberry. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Venango County Humane Society, P.O. Box 1045, Oil City, 16301. Veronica "Noni" Huefner, 73, of 12631 Route 208 Marble, died unexpectedly Wednesday, March 18, 2009, at her home. Born March 6, 1936, in Fryburg, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Susan Zacherl Groner. She was married Oct. 12, 1957, at St. Michael Church in Fryburg, to Regis E. Huefner, who survives. The couple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in the fall of 2007. Mrs. Huefner attended McGinnis, Fryburg Public, and North Clarion High School, graduating in 1954. She was employed for years at the L & R Store in Clarion and Lighting Palace of the Riverhill, where she made a lot of close friends. Later, she joined Chandler Dining as a food handler. She enjoyed her granddaughters, decorating, lawn and gardening, shopping, and helping people. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Huefner is survived by two sons, Kurt M. Huefner of Marble and Brad C. Huefner and his wife, Cheryl A. "Cher," of Leeper; two granddaughters, Shawne Nicole and Braden Suzanne Huefner, both of Leeper. Also surviving are two brothers, Joseph Groner and his wife, Virginia, of Shippenville and Edward Groner and wife, Mary Ann, of Shippenville; and a brother-in-law, Clair Bauer of Lake Lucy. She was also survived by several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Sister M. Suzanne, O.S.B and Dorothy Bauer; and two nieces, Jolene Bauer and Kristine Fink. Family will receive friends from 1:30 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Immaculate Conception Church in Clarion. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Camp Echo in care of Dawn Bressler, 721 Oak Street, Bloomsburg, 17815. Those wishing to submit condolences may do so by visiting www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com. Vivian Beatty Kell, 68, of 535 Colbert Ave. Oil City, died at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, 2009, in her home. Born Sept. 4, 1940, in Oil City, she was the daughter of Carl T. and Lenore Reynolds Beatty. She had attended the Oil City schools and has lived in in the Oil City area all of her life. Mrs. Kell was a licensed beautician since 1960 and ran her own beauty salon out of her residence in Siverly for a number of years. She was also an Avon lady. Mrs. Kell was a very active member of the Bethel United Methodist Church in Oil City where she served in many capacities. She is survived by two grandsons, Randy Whitling of Oil City and Mel Beatty of Colorado. Mrs. Kell was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Bonnie J. Kell; a son, Russell Beatty; two sisters, Patricia Kightlinger and Virginia McCartney; and a brother, Charles Beatty. 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 memorial service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday at the Bethel Untied Methodist Church, 486 Colbert Ave, Oil City, with the Rev. Bruce Davis, pastor of the Bethel United Methodist Church, officiating. The interment will be held in the Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens, Cranberry. Ronald L. Kinch, 64, of 1485 Mercer Road, Frenchcreek Township, died peacefully at 4:35 a.m. Wednesday March 18, 2009, at UPMC Northwest Seneca, following an extended illness. Born Nov. 23, 1944, in Oil City, he was a beloved son of Richard L. and Mary Kirkwood Kinch. Upon his graduation from high school, Mr. Kinch continued his education through an apprenticeship as an electrician with the Commonwealth Edison Company in Zion, Ill. Following his apprenticeship period, Mr. Kinch remained with the company as an electrician in the company's substation for more than 25 years; he retired in 1991. Mr. Kinch proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He will best be remembered by his family as the ultimate animal lover. Mr. Kinch cherished times spent with his dogs, Heidi, Ricky and Lucy, who had brought him much joy. He will be deeply missed by his second family, the wildlife around his home, that he had befriended and cared for. Mr. Kinch enjoyed times spent boating and fishing. He was also an accomplished cook and enjoyed entertaining for his family and friends. Mr. Kinch is survived by his wife, Sandra Walker Kinch; three daughters, Laura Kinch of Manhattan, N.Y., Jill Newsome and her husband, Brian, of Atlanta, Ga. and Sheryl Kinch of Buffalo Grove, Ill.; two step-children, Victoria Osborne and her husband, John, of Port Orchard, Wash. and Thomas Gradowski and his wife, Michelle, of Lindhurst, Ill.; and three grandchildren, Nate Osborne, Elizabeth Osborne and Hunter Gradowski. He is also survived by his parents, Richard L. and Mary Kirkwood Kinch of Meadville; and a sister, Michelle Talbott and her husband, Jan, of Florida and Henry's Bend. Mr. Kinch was preceded in death by his grandparents and a step-daughter, Nicole Gradowski. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Pat Ellis, of Heckathorn United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment with full military burial rites accorded by the VETS Honor Guard of Franklin will follow in Rynd Farm Cemetery. Frank N. Ruby Jr., 85, of Seneca, formerly of Greenfield, was called home by God peacefully Wednesday, March 18, 2009. Mr. Ruby is survived by his wife, Carol Ann Forney Ruby; two children, Tammy Jubeck and her husband, William, of Seneca and Steve Ruby of Murrysville; five grandchildren, Cody, Amber, Victoria, Nicholas and Zachary; a sister, Anna Slobodnyak; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Ruby was preceded in death by three brothers, Steve, John and Joe, and two sisters, Peggy and Martha. Friends will be received from 2 to 8 p.m. today at the Edward P. Kanai Funeral Home, 500 Greenfield Ave., Pittsburgh. Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, followed by a funeral Mass at noon in St. Rosalia Church. Getting it right - Pamela Slater Pamela Slater, 58, of Marienville, died at 10:30 p.m. Tuesday March 17, 2009, at the Clarion Hospital. Among Mrs. Slater's survivors are three children, Chris Slater of Marienville, Aaron Slater of Fort Lee, Va. and Emily Slater of Marienville.