This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: tymtrvlr Surnames: WASSUM, McGee, LYKES Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/4038.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Bonnie, In 1910 Emma Wassum states, she is married for 22 yrs. 1 marriage for both, and 3 of her 6 children are living. So between 1900 and 1910, she had 2 more children who also died. Where did you get John's middle name? Lykes. I have him just as John L. True, Lykes was his mother's maiden name, but do you have a document? Leslie 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: Bonisue59 Surnames: McGee Platt Crick Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/4038.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi Leslie-- For the benefit of anyone else reading this info, I found in the 1900 Census that Emma p. Wassum gave birth to 4 children and 3 were living at that time: Grace A.; Ray A. and Hazel D. which I am sure are the same as you found. They still had the same three children in 1910 so I don't think they had more. I couldn't find them in the 1920 Census and in 1930, it was just Charles and Emma. Since Mary Crick was a stepchild of John McGee, I am not going to pursue her life--just acknowledge that she existed. 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: tymtrvlr Surnames: McGEE, PLATT, CRICK, WASSUM Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/4038.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Bonnie, I have Mary Crick, dau. of Wilson Crick and Emily Platt born 19 Sep 1860 in Rimersburg, Clarion Co. PA. She (Mary) died 11 Feb 1892, but I don't know if she married. You should try to find a Crick researcher. Wilson Crick and Emily Platt marry about Aug. 1859. Wilson Crick died 27 Jun 1862 in Gaines Mill, Hanover Co. Virginia, and Emily (Platt) Crick (Mrs. Crick) then married John L. McGee on 30 Jan 1867. They are married by Rev. James Montgomery in the Presbyterian Church of Clarion Co. John L. McGee and Emily have Emma P. McGee b. Dec 1869 in Clarion Co. Emma P. McGee marries Charles Augustus Wassum b. Sep 1863 on 24 Nov 1889 in Clarion Co. I have 3 children listed for them. There may be more than 3, but that is all I have at this time. If John L. McGee does die in March of 1880, then he should be listed in the Mortality Schedule. If he is not there, then he possibly died before Sept. 1879. But either way, he died before 1880, which does not match the printed material for the Rimersburg Cemetery, and or the printed material concerning the accident he had in Verona. Emily declares herself a widow, and she is a working woman, a dress maker in 1880. This is either a typo with the printed material, or this is not our John L. McGee in Verona. I am still waiting for someone who manages the site that lists this info, to reply to me. My opinion, is that there was/is a misreading or typo of the date 1886. Could be 1880 as the 6 and 0, could be aged and difficult to read, but really could be any time between 1870 and 1880. I hope you will contact me and I can share my notes. Leslie tymtrvlr@csinet.net 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: Bonisue59 Surnames: McGee Mayhew/Mayhugh Platt Crick Wassum Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/4038/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JOHN LYKES McGEE 1824 - 1886 ???? I was given information with editorial proof that he was killed as a result of being struck by a train in Verona, PA on March 4, 1886. The newspaper article I was provided did not have the actual printed date on it, just someone's handwritten date: March 5, 1886. The article states the accident occurred the previous day. Someone also sent me their gen file for this family and therein is a note stating he was buried on March 6, 1886 in Rimersberg Cemetery, Clarion County, PA. He was first married to Hattie Mayhew/Mahugh and in the 1860 Census in Clarion Co, PA, he is listed with Hattie and the first eight of their nine children. The last one was born in 1861. Hattie died in 1866 and John married Emma Platt in 1867 who gave birth to his tenth child, Emma McGee in 1868. Emily was either married to a Crick previously or at least had a child named Mary Crick born 1860. In the 1870 Census I find John and Emily still in Clarion Co, with two of John and Hattie's children, plus Mary Crick and Emma McGee. The confusion comes when reading the 1880 Census. Emily is the head of household, a widow and living with Mary Crick and Emma McGee. I could not find John L. McGee or even John McGee in the 1880 Census. Emily was still living in Clarion County. If John died in 1886, where was he in 1880 and why is Emily listed as a widow and head of household? Does anyone know??? It has occurred to me that a sloppily written 0 could be mistaken for a 6 and perhaps he died in March 1880 before the Census was taken that year. Another question: Can anyone verify who Emma McGee married? I was told her half-sister Lizzy McGee married Charles Augustus Wassum, but according to the Census 1900 - 1930, his wife was Emma, so I am thinking he married the younger daughter or perhaps married Lizzy and she died soon after and then he married Emma. Thanks for any input on this! 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 4, 2009: Margaret Ann Alger, 608 Wiley Ave., Franklin Kevin Allen, Mayport Mary Ann Comiske, 152 Crawford St., Oil City Richard C. "Rich" Davis, Tylersburg Shawn Thomas Flanders, Brookville Zoe Anna Johnson, Golden Living Center, Clarion Jane M. Motter, Oil City Bertha I. Snively, St. Cloud, Fla. Getting it right - Kathryn S. Morris Margaret Ann Alger, 73, of 608 Wiley Ave., Franklin, died peacefully at 7:50 a.m. Monday, March 2, 2009, in UPMC Northwest, Seneca, following an extended illness. Mrs. Alger was the beloved wife of Paul K. Alger. Kevin Allen, 57, of Mayport, died Tuesday afternoon, March 3, 2009, at Select Specialty Hospital in Pittsburgh following a short illness. The Rupert Funeral Home in New Bethlehem is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick. Mary Ann Comiske, 95, formerly of 152 Crawford St., Oil City, died at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at the Oil City Presbyterian Home after an extended illness. Born Sept. 13, 1913, in Rouseville, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Theresa Hartle Messina. She was married Dec. 12, 1931, in Mayville, N.Y., to Alfred E. Comiske Sr., who preceded her in death Sept. 9, 1965. She attended Rouseville schools. During World War II, Mrs. Comiske had worked at J&L Steel and Manion Steel and Barrel. She later worked as the cook for Bishop McManaman at St. Joseph Church in Oil City. Mrs. Comiske was a member of St. Joseph Church. She enjoyed crocheting, playing cards and Yahtzee. Mrs. Comiske is survived by four children, Charlotte Rybak and her husband, Joseph, of Dallas, Texas, Virginia Pearson and her husband, Al, of Jamestown, N.Y., Alfred E. Comiske Jr. and his wife, Helen, of Oil City, and Sandra Kurtich of Oil City; 18 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She is also survived by three sisters, Theresa, Betty and Margaret; and a brother, Edward. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Comiske was preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Scime; an infant son, William; three grandchildren, Joseph Rybak, Dennis Scott Kurtich and Pam Wishnok; seven brothers and one sister. Arrangements are under the direction of the Reinsel Funeral Home & Crematory in Oil City, and there will be no viewing or visitation. Friends and family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Church with Monsignor John W. Swoger, pastor, presiding. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com Richard "Rich" C. Davis, 76, of Tylersburg, died Monday, March 2, 2009, at his home after an extended illness. Born July 28, 1932, he was the son of the late Sherd and Philomena Kern Davis. He was married Jan. 15, 1955, to the former Jennie "Flossie" Marshall, who survives. Mr. Davis served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1987 after 35 years of service. Mr. Davis was a member of St. Mary Church in Crown. He also was a member of the North American Hunting Club, the National Rifle Association, Pennsylvania Trappers Association, American Legion of Clarion, Clarion VFW and the Euchre Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping and gardening. In addition to his wife, Mr. Davis is survived by five children, Carol Ann Davis of Tylersburg, Richard M. Davis and his wife, LeAnne, of Vowinckel, Mary Jean McCauley and her husband, Dana, of Fryburg, George M. Davis and his wife, Laura, of Tylersburg, and John W. Davis and his wife, Nicole, of Tylersburg. He is also survived by a sister, Theresa Davis of Pittsburgh; four sisters-in-law, Pat Davis of Pittsburgh, Louise Sliker of Tylersburg, Shirley Marshall of Cortland, Ohio, and Clara Cussins of Perry, Georgia; three grandsons, nine granddaughters, two great-grandsons, one great-granddaughter and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Davis was preceded in death by two brothers, Henry Davis and Joe Davis; and one sister, Rose Mary Davis. Friends and family may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Borland Funeral Home Inc. in Leeper. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Mary Church in Crown with the Rev. Gregory Passauer, pastor, as celebrant. Interment will follow at Hagan Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to St. Mary Church in Crown, the Dr. Kirtland Cancer Foundation in Franklin or the Clarion-Forest VNA. Shawn Thomas Flanders, 29, of Brookville, died Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, in Shippenville. Born Jan. 18, 1980, in Oil City, he was the son of Richard A. Flanders and Karen L. Thomas Flanders, of Brookville. Mr. Flanders worked for ARC Inc. in Clarion. He was a 1998 graduate of Brookville Area High School, where he was a member of the golf team. At the time of his death he was a student at Clarion University, where he was a physics major and member of the physics and math clubs. He enjoyed archaeology, the outdoors, traveling and golf. In addition to his parents, Mr. Flanders is survived by his maternal grandfather, LeRoy F. "Porky" Thomas of Brookville; aunts and uncles, Don and Lynn Flanders of Ridgeland, Miss., Lori and John Brackenbury of Longmeadow, Mass., and Janet Vergotz of Oil City; and several cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Ray and Annie Flanders and Evelyn Thomas; and two uncles, Gary M. Flanders and Edgar Paul Flanders. Visitation will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the McKinney Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Brookville. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Thomas J. Parlette officiating. Internment will be in the Lakelawn Memorial Park of Reynoldsville. Memorials may be made to ARC Inc., 319 Main St., Clarion, 16214. Zoe Anna Johnson, 80, of Golden Living Center in Clarion, died Monday, March 2, 2009, at Golden Living Center. Born Aug. 23, 1928, in Sligo, she was the daughter of William Fox and Bernice Divins Fox. She was married March 23, 1951, to Albert M. Johnson, and he preceded her in death Aug. 23, 1998. Mrs. Johnson was a homemaker and was active at the Clarion Senior Center. Mrs. Johnson is survived by four sons, Gerald E. Johnson and his wife, Sheila, of Lake City, Robert M. Johnson and his wife, Carol, of Littlestown, Richard L. Johnson and his wife, Joyce, of Brookville, and George W. Johnson and his fiancee, Ronda Albin, of Aurora, Colo.; 10 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and one sister. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Johnson was preceded in death by one daughter, Tina Marie Lewis, on March 31, 2005; one grandson, Jamie McCullough, on Jan. 1, 2002; and one sister. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Goble Funeral Home and Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Maynard Grunstra officiating. Interment will follow in New Rehoboth Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent at www.goblefh.net Zoe Anna Johnson, 80, of Golden Living Center in Clarion, died Monday, March 2, 2009, at Golden Living Center. Born Aug. 23, 1928, in Sligo, she was the daughter of William Fox and Bernice Divins Fox. She was married March 23, 1951, to Albert M. Johnson, and he preceded her in death Aug. 23, 1998. Mrs. Johnson was a homemaker and was active at the Clarion Senior Center. Mrs. Johnson is survived by four sons, Gerald E. Johnson and his wife, Sheila, of Lake City, Robert M. Johnson and his wife, Carol, of Littlestown, Richard L. Johnson and his wife, Joyce, of Brookville, and George W. Johnson and his fiancee, Ronda Albin, of Aurora, Colo.; 10 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and one sister. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Johnson was preceded in death by one daughter, Tina Marie Lewis, on March 31, 2005; one grandson, Jamie McCullough, on Jan. 1, 2002; and one sister. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Goble Funeral Home and Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Maynard Grunstra officiating. Interment will follow in New Rehoboth Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent at www.goblefh.net Jane M. Motter, 75, of Oil City, passed away Monday, March 2, 2009, at Clarion Hospital following a lengthy illness. Born Jan. 20, 1934, she was the daughter of Edward and Margaret Jarzenski Ward, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Motter was a lifelong resident of the Coal Hill area. She graduated from Oil City High School in 1951. She was married to Merle Motter on June 16, 1956, and he survives. Mrs. Motter was a homemaker and enjoyed caring for many foster children over the years. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Venus. In her free time she was an avid reader and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a member of the VFW women's auxiliary and enjoyed square dances. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Motter is survived by three sons, Merle Motter Jr. and his wife, Ruth, of Oil City, Ralph Motter of Oil City, and Charlie Motter and his wife, Tina, of Fort Hood, Texas; and three daughters, Maria Hegburg and her husband, Don, of Clarion, Michelle Henry and her husband, Todd, of Bellefonte, and Tina Britt and her husband, Elton, of Macon, Ga. Also surviving are one brother, Gerald Ward and his wife, Becky, of Connecticut; one sister, Myrt Bowie and her husband, Bill, of Oil City; 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Motter was preceded in death by two brothers, Dick Ward and Jim Ward; and three grandchildren, Tim, Daniel and Kierra. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Faller Funeral Home Inc. in Fryburg. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Faith Lutheran Church of Venus with the Rev. John Wood, pastor, presiding. Burial will follow in Heckathorn Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the American Diabetes Association. Bertha I. Snively, 86, of St. Cloud, Fla., formerly of Nineveh, passed away Tuesday afternoon March 3, 2009, in Florida, following a lengthy illness. The William N. Rupert Mortuary Inc. of Knox is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick. Getting it right - Kathryn S. Morris Kathryn S. Morris, 48, died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, at her home in Kinsman, Ohio. Born Jan. 24, 1961, she was the daughter of Ernest Dawson and Carolyn Gardner Dawson. Survivors include a stepbrother, Ben Bowles and his wife, Cindy, of Seneca; and a stepsister, Michelle Burgess and her husband, Gary, of Richmond, Va. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Joe and Ethel Dawson of Kinsman, Ohio.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: twilams Surnames: Kelley, Hughes, Steele, Silvis, Heckethorrn that is an r followed by n although it looks like a M. Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/3351.1.1.2.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: The William Kelley I am searching came from Westmoreland co. or southern Indiana co.- I am not sure but he was either from Derry Twp. or related township. Can't find info but I believe his father was a Samuel Kelley. Related branches of family see surnames. 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 3, 2009: Judith L. "Judy" Case, New Bethlehem Kathryn S. Morris, Kinsman, Ohio Jane M. Motter, Oil City Louis L. Parisse, formerly of 95 Beech Drive, Franklin Timothy Zillifro, McMurray, formerly of Oil City Judith L. "Judy" Case, 71, of New Bethlehem, died Sunday, March 1, 2009, at her home following an illness. Born Nov. 26, 1937, in Allegheny County, she was a daughter of the late Wilhelm Dansak and Dorothy Wolfarth Dansak. She was a graduate of the Shadyside Academy with a registered nursing degree and was of the Protestant faith. Mrs. Case was a McKeesport native and moved to the New Bethlehem area in 1966. She worked for Dr. Joseph Salisbury and then Dr. Fred Nungesser, and she retired from Laurel Eye Clinic, where she was an assistant and secretary. She was an avid fan of Redbank Valley sports and was known for her baggy of Swedish Fish. Mrs. Case is survived by three sons, Jeffrey L. Case and his wife, Marcia, of West Chester, Gerald "Jerry" Case of Elizabethtown and Gary R. Case and his wife, Tamara, of Seminole; a daughter, Darla Fox and her husband, Eric, of Sligo; 11 grandchildren, Tucker, Annie, Alison, Tyler, Braden, Logan, Erin, Justin, Ryan, Danica and Delany; and seven great-grandchildren, Sterling, Brennah, Rhiannon, Lilliane, Nolan, Hunter and Addison. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant sister. Friends will be received from 5 to 7 p.m. today at the Rupert Funeral Home in New Bethlehem. A memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. today at the funeral home. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Redbank Valley Sports Boosters Club, c/o Redbank Valley High School, 920 Broad Street, New Bethlehem, 16242. Online condolences may be sent to Judy's family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com. Kathryn S. Morris, 48, died Feb. 27, 2009 at her home in Kinsman, Ohio. Born Jan. 24, 1961, she was the daughter of Ernest Dawson and Carolyn Gardner Dawson. Mrs. Morris was married Nov. 26, 1977, to James E. Morris Jr., who survives. She was a parts runner for Schimley's Excavating in Niles, Ohio. She was a member of the Moose Lodge in Mecca, Ohio and attended the Rock of Grace Family Ministries in Kinsman. Mrs. Morris enjoyed gardening, garage sales and decorating her home. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Morris is survived by her mother, Carolyn Dawson, of Lordstown, Ohio; her father, Ernest Dawson and his wife, Barb, of Franklin; two daughters, Candace M. James of Cullman, Ala. and Charidy M. Brown of Kinsman, Ohio; a son, James E. Morris III and his wife, Shaunah, of Kinsman, Ohio; a sister, Brenda K. Armstrong of Berlin Center, Ohio; and seven grandchildren. Friends will be received from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Baumgardner Funeral Home in Kinsman, Ohio. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Rock of Grace Family Ministries Church, 6745 Warren Meadville Road., Kinsman, Ohio. Baumgardner Funeral Home in Kinsman, Ohio is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.baumgardnerfuneralhome.com Jane M. Motter, 75, of Oil City, passed away Monday, March 2, 2009, at the Clarion Hospital following a lengthy illness. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick. Arrangements are being handled by Faller Funeral Home, Inc. of Fryburg. Louis L. Parisse, 86, a former resident of 95 Beech Drive, Franklin, died peacefully at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, in Sugar Creek Station, where he had resided since Oct. 1, 2008. Born Sept. 27, 1922, in Washington, he was a son of the late Salvatore and Josephine Pugielli Parisse. He was married Nov. 25, 1948, in Washington, where he and his wife resided until 1950, to the former Carmella L. "Lena" Falvo, who preceded him in death Dec. 14, 2007. Mr. Parisse received his early education in Washington, Pa.,and graduated from Washington High School in 1941. Upon graduation, he served as a technician 3rd grade with the U.S. Army during World War II. He served as a heavy artillery mechanic with the 249th Ordnance Co. Upon his honorable discharge from active duty, he was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, The European American Theater Service Medal and the Victory Medal. After his military service, Mr. Parisse returned home to Washington and enrolled in Washington & Jefferson College. He graduated with highest honors from W & J in 1949 with a B.S. degree in chemistry. Mr. Parisse joined Kopper's of Oil City in 1950 as a plant chemist. During his early employment, he gained 18 years of experience in process and product development and quality control. He was promoted to lab supervisor in 1956 and to chief chemist in 1962. He was chief chemist until a promotion to general foreman of the company in 1977. Mr. Parisse was awarded several U.S. patents on the processing and purification of chemicals related directly to the Oil City plant. Throughout his entire life, Mr. Parisse was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed bowling, golfing and pitching horseshoes, as he was able. He was a lifelong Pittsburgh Pirates and Pittsburgh Steelers fan. In his spare time, he was an accomplished woodworker. Mr. Parisse's greatest love was baseball, and although he was never able to aspire to a career in professional baseball as he would have liked, he relished coaching Little League and Junior League baseball in the area. Mr. Parisse was a member of St. Patrick Church of Franklin, the Knights of Columbus and the American Chemical Society, and he served for many years on the Franklin General Authority. He was also among the charter members of the Washington Independent Political Club of Washington. Mr. Parisse is survived by a daughter, Kathleen Romano and her husband, Bruce, of Madison, Ohio; a son, Samuel L. Parisse of Indiana, Pa.; three beloved grandchildren whom he cherished, Anne-Marie Layhue and her husband, Josh, of Smithfield, and Michael L Romano and Kristina P. Romano, both of Madison, Ohio; and a sister, Elizabeth Pilch of North East. In addition to his wife of 59 years and his parents, Mr. Parisse was preceded in death by a brother, John Parisse. In accord with his wishes, there will be no public visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend his funeral Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Patrick Church in Franklin with Monsignor John J. Herbein, pastor, as celebrant. Interment will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Washington, with full military honors. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Patrick Church, 949 Liberty St., Franklin; or the VNA of Venango County Foundation, 491 Allegheny Blvd., Franklin. Arrangements are being handled by the Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin. Timothy Zillifro, 49, of McMurray, formerly of Oil City, died suddenly Sunday, March 1, 2009. Mourning Tim's tragic loss are his beloved wife, Pam Zillifro, and his loving stepchildren, Meghan Leigh Marraccini and Marshall Marraccini III. Tim will also be deeply missed by his adoring parents, Edward and Donna Zillifro of Oil City, where he was born and raised. His parents now reside in Slippery Rock. Tim is also survived by his loving sister Traci Zillifro Smith and her husband, Jeff, of Slippery Rock, and brother Todd Zillifro and his wife, Debbie, of Magnolia, Texas. He will be remembered with affection and admiration by his niece and nephews, Alexandra and Logan Smith and Zachary Nelson and Jacob Zillifro. In addition to being a devoted family man, Tim was an avid golfer and passionate sports fan, and he enjoyed skiing and long walks with his dog, C.J. He graduated from Venango Christian High School in 1978, and he was a 1982 graduate of Penn State University and a member of Phi Kappa Psi fraternity. Tim earned his masters degree from Duquesne University. He was a successful businessman who owned and operated financial organizations serving the mortgage industry. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and Wednesday at Beinhauers Funeral Home, 2828 Washington Road, McMurray. A blessing service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Interment is private. Memorial contributions can be made to the Washington County Humane Society. Online condolences may be sent at www.beinhauerfamilyservices.com

The Derrick, March 2, 2009: Benjamin H. Adams, Chestnut Street, Franklin Judy L. Case, New Bethlehem Doris M. Cooper, Cooperstown Mary M. Felmlee, formerly of Hill City Road, Seneca Iva Irene Ferringer, Bully Hill, Franklin RD Jack D. Graham, Kennerdell Robert F. Gruener, Emlenton Gregory Eugene Meehan, 116 Hone Ave., Oil City Wayne L. Minich Sr., Brookville Bethel Smith Welton Moore, Grove City Louis L. Parisse, Sugar Creek Station, formerly of 95 Beech Drive, Franklin Florence M. Reither, 2233 Mercer Road, Stoneboro William D. Spence, Rouseville Road, Pleasantville, Benjamin H. Adams, 64, of Chestnut Street, Franklin, formerly of Emlenton, died unexpectedly of natural causes early Friday morning, Feb. 27, 2009, at his residence. Born Aug. 29, 1944, in Oak Ridge, he was the son of James and Ruby Adams Galbraith. Mr. Adams was a veteran of the United States Army. He attended Franklin area schools. He worked most of his life as a self-employed carpenter in Venango County. He was a member of the Big Bend United Methodist Church. Mr. Adams enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an avid NASCAR fan. Surviving are two children, Jeff Adams and his companion, Jodi, of Knox and Dawn Fletcher and her husband, Daniel, of Emlenton, and their mother, Mr. Adams' former wife, Linda Adams Gerstner of Emlenton. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Nick Adams, Morgan Adams, Cassidy Black , and Michael, Blaine, Dustin, and Johnathon Fletcher. Survivors also include a brother, James Galbraith; and five sisters, Peg Klepher, Mary Ann Neiswonger, Betty Gladd, Rose Kingsley, and Kay Gallagher; and a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, Mr. Adams was preceded in death by a son, Benjamin H. Adams II. Service details will be announced at a later date. Interment will take place at Big Bend Cemetery, Scrubgrass Township, Venango County. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Big Bend Cemetery Association, 333 Highlands Road, Emlenton, 16373. Hile Funeral Home of Emlenton is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.hilefh.com. Judy L. Case, 71, of New Bethlehem, died Saturday evening, Feb. 28, 2009, at her home following a sudden illness. A complete obituary will appear Tuesday in The Derrick. The Rupert Funeral Home of New Bethlehem is in charge of arrangements. Doris M. Cooper, 79, of Cooperstown, died peacefully at 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at Country Acres Personal Care Home, where she had been a resident since Jan. 16. Born Oct. 3, 1929, in Steuben Township, Crawford County, she was the daughter of the late Stephen G. Hopkins and Alice Proper Hopkins. She graduated from Titusville High School in 1947. She was married Aug. 1, 1948, in Chapmanville to Lloyd R. Cooper, who preceded her in death Sept. 16, 1999. Mrs. Cooper was a member of Chapmanville Community Church and Chapmanville Volunteer Fire Department auxiliary. She sold Christmas wreaths in the area for many years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, playing solitaire and doing word search puzzles. Survivors include three sons, Raymond L. Cooper and his wife, Jane, of Cooperstown, James H. Cooper and his wife, Trudy, of Meadville and William J. Cooper and his wife, Debra, of Meadville; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Carl Hopkins and his wife, Eleanor, of Titusville and Robert Hopkins and his wife, Martha, of Meadville; and several nieces and nephews. Also surviving are Sue Rosenberg of Titusville and David Wilson of Stafford, Va., both of whom had a special relationship with Mrs. Cooper. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Harold Hopkins. Relatives and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Leo N. Hennes Funeral Home, Inc., 203 E. Main St., Titusville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with Chapmanville Community Church pastor Glen Van Cise officiating. Interment will be in Sunville Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Crawford County, 310 N. Monroe St., Titusville, 16354, Chapmanville Community Church, 1043 Leboeuf Trail Road, Titusville, Chapmanville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary, 206 Noel Road, Titusville, or the charity of one's choice. Mary M. Felmlee, 88, formerly of Hill City Road, Seneca, died Sunday, March 1, 2009 at Westbury United Methodist Community in Meadville. Born Feb. 23, 1921, in Reno, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Pearle McClure Hendren. Mrs. Felmlee was a 1939 graduate of Rocky Grove High School. She had owned and operated the Tippery Red & White Store. Mrs. Felmlee enjoyed crocheting and needlepoint. She was married Dec. 26, 1970, to Chester B. Felmlee, who preceded her in death Dec. 10, 2002. Surviving are a sister, Nina Bell and husband, Kenneth, of Meadville; two grandchildren, David Felmlee and wife, Donna, and Jeffrey Felmlee; four great-grandchildren, Brad Felmlee, Jason Felmlee and wife, Stacie, Jarrod Felmlee and wife, Emily, and Jonathan Felmlee; numerous great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Elmer Cloud Hendren and Thomas Cloud Hendren; and two sisters, Blanche Feeney and Lyda Blauser. Friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Heckathorn Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to Wesbury United Methodist Community, 313 N. Park Ave., Meadville, 16335. Iva Irene Ferringer, 91 a lifelong resident of Bully Hill, died at 10:35 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born April 5, 1917, in Franklin, she was a daughter of Calvin and Cora Rupert Ferringer. She attended the Graham School on Bully Hill. Miss Ferringer was employed at the General Manifold Printing Company and Arnold Graphic Inc., from which she retired. She joined the East Grove United Methodist Church in 1945 and was a very loyal member. She was the church historian and membership secretary. She was well respected for her keen memory of local and church history. She enjoyed being outdoors in her flower gardens. She is survived by a sister-in-law, Chris Ferringer of Franklin; two nephews, Jack Ferringer and his wife, Penny, of Wallaceville and Joe Ferringer and his wife, Loretta, of Franklin; two nieces Judy Killham and her husband, Bill, of Pasadena, Md., and Sara Jean Ferringer of Los Angles, Calif.; great-nephews and great-nieces, Jackson Ferringer, Rebecca Ferringer, Julie Deuschle, Conner Killham; and a lifelong best friend, Mirian Weaver of Franklin. She was preceded in death by her parents and four brothers, Ronald, Clyde, Leonard and George Ferringer. 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 East Grove United Methodist Church with the Rev. Lea A. Guiney, pastor, officiating. The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the building fund of the East Grove United Methodist Church, 1167 Belmar Road, Franklin, 16323, or to a charity of ones choice. Jack D. Graham, 86, of Kennerdell, passed away at 11 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at home after an extended illness. Born Feb. 27, 1923, in Grove City, he was the son of Frank Graham and Amanda Van Dyke Graham. Mr. Graham received his education in Harrisville. Mr. Graham was a WWII Veteran, serving in the U.S. Army with the 3rd Armored Division. He fought in the Battle of the Budge and in the Invasion of Normandy Beach. Mr. Graham retired from the Cooper Bessemer in Grove City, where he was a chipper. Before his employment at Cooper Bessemer, he was a heavy equipment operator for Winger Coal Company in Mercer and for Buckeye Coal Company in Jackson Center. Mr. Graham enjoyed tractors and loved being outside and gardening. He also enjoyed visiting his camp in Marienville, liked to watch boxing on television and loved the company of his friends and family. He was affiliated with Rankin Chapel Church. He was married Nov. 22, 1967, to Nancy Boyer Graham, who survives. They were married 41 years. He is also survived by four children, Bonnie M. Kern and husband, Lee, of Sandy Lake, Donald G. Graham of Penn Hills, Penny L Graham of Kennerdell and Jackie McFeaters and husband, Shawn, of Kennerdell. Survivors also include a brother William C. Graham and his wife, Henrietta, of Grove City; three grandchildren, Michele Redfoot and husband, Gerald, of Sandy Lake, Mindy Sarver and husband, Mark, of Friedens, and Marci Custer and husband, Mark, of Sandy Lake; and six great-grandchildren: Gretchen and Emily Redfoot, Brandon and Tanner Sarver, and Brianna and Kyleigh Custer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Eric J. Graham, on June 2, 1998; four brothers, Arthur "Ted" E. Graham, Charles "Bud" Graham, James T. Graham and Harold L. Graham; and three sisters, Francis Borell, Lois Mong and Blanche Bruce. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Larry E. McKinley Funeral Home, 109 Emlenton St., Clintonville. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with pastor Lola Turnbull of the Rankin Chapel Church officiating. A graveside service honoring Mr. Graham's military service will follow at the Clintonville Methodist Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be sent to Kirtland Cancer Foundation, 1339 Liberty Street, Franklin, 16323, or to Venango County Visiting Nurses Hospice Care, 491 Allegheny Blvd, Franklin. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.mckinleyfuneralhome.net Robert F. Gruener, 86, of Emlenton, died Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh. Born Aug. 3, 1922, in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Joseph and Hilda Gruener. He attended Perrysville High School on the North Side. A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Army. He enlisted and went off to fight along with his two older brothers. All returned safely. When he returned home from the war, he began dating Dolores Roth, whom he had known from their days at Perrysville High School. They were married April 16, 1947. He studied to become a welder and began working on Neville Island, before an illness forced him to abandon his welding career. After working briefly at several jobs, he found his niche at Keystone Oaks School District, where he worked for many years maintaining the school buildings and the football stadium both inside and out. He was an avid golfer, loved the Allegheny River, and settled into a small cottage there after retiring from Keystone Oaks. His very first golf outing was at Foxburg in the summer of 1962. He picked up the game very quickly and was soon in demand as a partner for several golf outings in the Pittsburgh area. He never gave up his love for golf, and as recently as last week was complaining about the weather because he couldn't wait to get out there and hit a few. In his early years, he was an active hunter and was quite proud of a newspaper clipping that showed him with a huge bear he shot when he was 19. Surviving are his wife of 61 years, Dolores Gruener; two children, Robert L. Gruener and Kathy (Lee) Fierst; four grandchildren, Christopher (Michelle) Gruener, Jessica (Andy) Manucy, Stacy (Gary) Hawranko, and Stephanie (Doug) Johnston; seven great-grandchildren, Addison Gruener, Owen Gruener, Joseph Alcorn, Avery Hawranko, Sydney Hawranko, Olivia Johnston and Alyssa Johnston; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two brothers, Harry and Joseph Gruener. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Hile Funeral Home, 1204 Kerr Ave., Emlenton. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Michael Church in Emlenton with the Rev. Jan Olowin, church pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in St. Michael Cemetery, Emlenton. Information, directions, and condolences may be sent by visiting www.hilefh.com. Gregory Eugene Meehan, 33, of 116 Hone Ave., Oil City, died unexpectedly Friday evening, Feb. 27, 2009. Born Feb. 18, 1976, in Oil City, he was a son of Leroy Meehan and Judith Frantz Meehan. Mr. Meehan attended the Oil City schools. He worked at K.B. Pizza in Franklin as a quality assurance manager. Mr. Meehan loved his family and life. He enjoyed spending time with his boys outdoors, fishing and was an avid Cleveland Browns fan. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his fiancée, Molly Lehnortt and their two sons, Austin and Conner; his daughter, Kaitlyn; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Pete Knight officiating. Interment will be in Grove Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Wayne L. Minich Sr., 87, of Brookville, died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, in Brookville. Born May 24, 1921, in North Freedom, Ringgold Township, Jefferson County, he was a son of Conrad LeRoy Minich and Estella Boddorf Minich. Mr. Minich was a community leader for many years, beginning in 1946. He served for 18 years as superintendent of the Jefferson County Home. He also served as civil defense director for the county, as justice of the peace for 12 years, and as a Jefferson County commissioner in 1964. He retired as a millwright/carpenter in Construction Local 2235 of Pittsburgh. He was a member of the Port Barnett United Methodist Church, the Pine Creek Volunteer Fire Dept. of Brookville, American Legion Post 102 of Brookville, VFW Post 204 of Brookville and the Brookville Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 983. He was married Nov. 26, 1942, in Tarentum, to the former Esther Evenelle Atkinson, who preceded him in death June 22, 1996. Surviving are a son, Wayne L. Minich Jr. and his wife, Marjorie, of Brookville; a daughter, Arlene M. Snyder and her husband, Kenneth, of Brookville; a sister and her husband, Verna and A.K. Reitz of Mayport; and two brothers and their wives, Glenn and Delores Minich of Home, and Clyde and Joanne Minich of Clarion. Survivors also include two half-brothers, R. K. Ames of Brookville and Lewis Ames and his wife, Kathy, of Florida; and two sisters-in-law, Jane Minich of Fairmount City and Nora Jane Minich of North Freedom. Also surviving are four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by an infant brother, Grail Minich; and two brothers, John Darl Minich and Conrad "Jigs" Minich. Friends were received Sunday in the McKinney Funeral Home of Brookville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the Port Barnett United Methodist Church, Evans Street, Brookville, with the Rev. John L. Miller officiating. Interment will be in the North Freedom United Methodist Church Cemetery, Ringgold Township, Jefferson County. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Port Barnett United Methodist Church, Evans Street, Brookville, 15825. Bethel Smith Welton Moore, 89, of Grove City, went to be with Jesus at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 2009, at Woodland Place, Coolspring Township, Mercer County, following an 11-month illness. >From 1983 to 2005, she had resided in Tucson, Ariz. Born Nov. 19, 1919, in Sligo, she was a daughter of John Orville Smith and Hilda Vay Fox Smith. Mrs. Moore was a homemaker. She retired from Peoples Natural Gas Co., where she was a secretary. She previously worked in the catalog department at JC Penney, Grove City, and during World War II, worked at Cooper Bessemer. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Grove City. She enjoyed traveling, flowers, spending time with family and friends and volunteering in Christian Service. She was married Nov. 19, 1945, to John W. Welton, who preceded her in death March 7, 1981. She married Paul Roger Moore on March 26, 1983, and he preceded her in death July 30, 2005. Surviving are four children, Fred Welton and his wife, Ruthi, of Grove City, Marilyn Bell and her husband, Paul, of Oil City, Stan Welton and his wife, Gloria, of Oil City, and Gary Welton and his wife, Gaye, of Grove City. Survivors also include eight grandsons, Fred Welton, Chad, Kevin and Adam Bell, Bud and Frank Welton, and Andrew and Ben Welton; nine great-grandchildren; and two step-children, Paul R. Moore Jr. of North Carolina and Beverly Ulrich of Georgia, and their extended families. In addition to her parents and husbands, she was preceded in death by a sister, Lois Smith Shellenberger; and a step-daughter, Janet Cillitto. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Cunningham Funeral Home, 306 Bessemer Ave., Grove City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. David L. Johnson, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Grove City, officiating. Interment will be in Crestview Memorial Park, Grove City. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Woodland Place, 745 Greenville Road, Mercer, 16137. Louis L. Parisse, 86, a former resident of 95 Beech Drive, Franklin, a resident of Sugar Creek Station since Oct. 1, 2008, died at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at Sugar Creek Station. The Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home of Franklin is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The Derrick. Florence M. Reither, 94, of 2233 Mercer Road, Stoneboro, died at 10:15 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, in White Cliff Nursing Home. Born Aug. 18, 1914, in Coraopolis, she was a daughter of Christian H. and Cora B. Cunningham Piel. She was a graduate of the former Sandy Lake High School. In her early years she worked at the former Vengold Dairy of Sandy Lake and at the Sandy Lake Diner. She was a member of the Stoneboro United Methodist Church, where she was a member of the RTS (Ready to Serve) class. Mrs. Reither was a long time member of the Stoneboro Volunteer Fire Company ladies auxiliary and the Order of the Eastern Star, Stoneboro Chapter #110. Most of all, she was a homemaker and a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was well known for her cooking skills and she enjoyed gardening. She was married Nov. 7, 1941, to Frank Reither, who preceded her in death May 8, 1986. Surviving are two sons, Frank J. Reither of Stoneboro and John R. Reither Sr. and wife, Marla, of Summerville, S.C.; two grandchildren, John R. Reither Jr. and wife, Suzanna, of Irmo, S.C., and Laura L. Marcotte and husband, Doug, of Worcester, Mass. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one son, David K. Reither; three sisters, Margaret Stanton, Ruth Wennagel and Dorothy Gildersleeve; and two brothers, Ralph H. Piel and Harry "Pete" Piel. Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. today in the Scott A. Black Funeral Home, 99 Franklin St., Stoneboro. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. James G. Young, pastor of Methodists United in Faith, officiating. Interment will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Sandy Lake Township. William D. Spence, 85, of Rouseville Road, Pleasantville, died at 7:05 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at his residence. Born May 11, 1923, in Pleasantville, he was the son of the late Oliver F. and Anna M. Mook Spence. Mr. Spence graduated from Pleasantville High School in 1941. A veteran of World War II, he was inducted into the U.S. Army on April 7, 1943, in Erie. He served with the 584th Bomb Squadron 394th Bomb Group and received the Good Conduct Medal, Victory Medal, American Theater Service Medal and the European-African-Middle Easter Theater Service Medal. He was honorably discharged Dec. 28, 1945. He was formerly employed by Northern Ordinance, Quaker State and retired from Penelec in 1987, where he worked as a storeroom attendant. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. He enjoyed hunting, gardening and making maple syrup. He was married Nov. 23, 1949, in Pleasantville, to the former Anna Mika, who survives. Survivors also include four children, Stanley W. Spence of Leesburg, Va., Mark O. Spence and his wife, Robin, of North Tonawanda N.Y., Sally Spence of Reston, Va., and Joseph E. Spence and his wife, Lori, of Oil City ;six grandchildren; a brother, Carl M. Spence and his wife, Mary, of Pleasantville, a sister, Helen Wolf and her husband, David, of Glenview N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Robert D. Spence; and a sister, Martha Cordell.. Relatives and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Leo N. Hennes Funeral Home, 203 E. Main St., Titusville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. D.G.Davis, III, pastor of St. Titus Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Pleasantville. The family suggests memorial contribution can be made to the charity of one's choice.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: bjmogush Surnames: Badger, Barger, Haney, Kerr Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/4037.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Shirley, Thank You for the information. I didn't find anything on Rootsweb.I went into the census records and found them in the 1900 PA Clarion Co., Porter Twp. I wanted to see if there was a connection to my James and Margaret Haney Kerr line, but didn't find one. By the way, my maiden name was Badger. My father was born in Shannon, Madison Twp., Clarion Co. Barger and Badger are so close in spelling!!!! It makes you wonder. Barb 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.

Hi Sis, Here's the new list. We got up to 20 degrees today, doesn't look like this storm will hit us, seems too far east. Michele has 3 inches at her house in MD. Love, Sis The Derrick, March 2, 2009: Benjamin H. Adams, Chestnut Street, Franklin Judy L. Case, New Bethlehem Doris M. Cooper, Cooperstown Mary M. Felmlee, formerly of Hill City Road, Seneca Iva Irene Ferringer, Bully Hill, Franklin RD Jack D. Graham, Kennerdell Robert F. Gruener, Emlenton Gregory Eugene Meehan, 116 Hone Ave., Oil City Wayne L. Minich Sr., Brookville Bethel Smith Welton Moore, Grove City Louis L. Parisse, Sugar Creek Station, formerly of 95 Beech Drive, Franklin Florence M. Reither, 2233 Mercer Road, Stoneboro William D. Spence, Rouseville Road, Pleasantville, Benjamin H. Adams, 64, of Chestnut Street, Franklin, formerly of Emlenton, died unexpectedly of natural causes early Friday morning, Feb. 27, 2009, at his residence. Born Aug. 29, 1944, in Oak Ridge, he was the son of James and Ruby Adams Galbraith. Mr. Adams was a veteran of the United States Army. He attended Franklin area schools. He worked most of his life as a self-employed carpenter in Venango County. He was a member of the Big Bend United Methodist Church. Mr. Adams enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an avid NASCAR fan. Surviving are two children, Jeff Adams and his companion, Jodi, of Knox and Dawn Fletcher and her husband, Daniel, of Emlenton, and their mother, Mr. Adams' former wife, Linda Adams Gerstner of Emlenton. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Nick Adams, Morgan Adams, Cassidy Black , and Michael, Blaine, Dustin, and Johnathon Fletcher. Survivors also include a brother, James Galbraith; and five sisters, Peg Klepher, Mary Ann Neiswonger, Betty Gladd, Rose Kingsley, and Kay Gallagher; and a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, Mr. Adams was preceded in death by a son, Benjamin H. Adams II. Service details will be announced at a later date. Interment will take place at Big Bend Cemetery, Scrubgrass Township, Venango County. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Big Bend Cemetery Association, 333 Highlands Road, Emlenton, 16373. Hile Funeral Home of Emlenton is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.hilefh.com. Judy L. Case, 71, of New Bethlehem, died Saturday evening, Feb. 28, 2009, at her home following a sudden illness. A complete obituary will appear Tuesday in The Derrick. The Rupert Funeral Home of New Bethlehem is in charge of arrangements. Doris M. Cooper, 79, of Cooperstown, died peacefully at 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at Country Acres Personal Care Home, where she had been a resident since Jan. 16. Born Oct. 3, 1929, in Steuben Township, Crawford County, she was the daughter of the late Stephen G. Hopkins and Alice Proper Hopkins. She graduated from Titusville High School in 1947. She was married Aug. 1, 1948, in Chapmanville to Lloyd R. Cooper, who preceded her in death Sept. 16, 1999. Mrs. Cooper was a member of Chapmanville Community Church and Chapmanville Volunteer Fire Department auxiliary. She sold Christmas wreaths in the area for many years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, playing solitaire and doing word search puzzles. Survivors include three sons, Raymond L. Cooper and his wife, Jane, of Cooperstown, James H. Cooper and his wife, Trudy, of Meadville and William J. Cooper and his wife, Debra, of Meadville; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Carl Hopkins and his wife, Eleanor, of Titusville and Robert Hopkins and his wife, Martha, of Meadville; and several nieces and nephews. Also surviving are Sue Rosenberg of Titusville and David Wilson of Stafford, Va., both of whom had a special relationship with Mrs. Cooper. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Harold Hopkins. Relatives and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Leo N. Hennes Funeral Home, Inc., 203 E. Main St., Titusville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with Chapmanville Community Church pastor Glen Van Cise officiating. Interment will be in Sunville Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Crawford County, 310 N. Monroe St., Titusville, 16354, Chapmanville Community Church, 1043 Leboeuf Trail Road, Titusville, Chapmanville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary, 206 Noel Road, Titusville, or the charity of one's choice. Mary M. Felmlee, 88, formerly of Hill City Road, Seneca, died Sunday, March 1, 2009 at Westbury United Methodist Community in Meadville. Born Feb. 23, 1921, in Reno, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Pearle McClure Hendren. Mrs. Felmlee was a 1939 graduate of Rocky Grove High School. She had owned and operated the Tippery Red & White Store. Mrs. Felmlee enjoyed crocheting and needlepoint. She was married Dec. 26, 1970, to Chester B. Felmlee, who preceded her in death Dec. 10, 2002. Surviving are a sister, Nina Bell and husband, Kenneth, of Meadville; two grandchildren, David Felmlee and wife, Donna, and Jeffrey Felmlee; four great-grandchildren, Brad Felmlee, Jason Felmlee and wife, Stacie, Jarrod Felmlee and wife, Emily, and Jonathan Felmlee; numerous great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Elmer Cloud Hendren and Thomas Cloud Hendren; and two sisters, Blanche Feeney and Lyda Blauser. Friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Heckathorn Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to Wesbury United Methodist Community, 313 N. Park Ave., Meadville, 16335. Iva Irene Ferringer, 91 a lifelong resident of Bully Hill, died at 10:35 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born April 5, 1917, in Franklin, she was a daughter of Calvin and Cora Rupert Ferringer. She attended the Graham School on Bully Hill. Miss Ferringer was employed at the General Manifold Printing Company and Arnold Graphic Inc., from which she retired. She joined the East Grove United Methodist Church in 1945 and was a very loyal member. She was the church historian and membership secretary. She was well respected for her keen memory of local and church history. She enjoyed being outdoors in her flower gardens. She is survived by a sister-in-law, Chris Ferringer of Franklin; two nephews, Jack Ferringer and his wife, Penny, of Wallaceville and Joe Ferringer and his wife, Loretta, of Franklin; two nieces Judy Killham and her husband, Bill, of Pasadena, Md., and Sara Jean Ferringer of Los Angles, Calif.; great-nephews and great-nieces, Jackson Ferringer, Rebecca Ferringer, Julie Deuschle, Conner Killham; and a lifelong best friend, Mirian Weaver of Franklin. She was preceded in death by her parents and four brothers, Ronald, Clyde, Leonard and George Ferringer. 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 East Grove United Methodist Church with the Rev. Lea A. Guiney, pastor, officiating. The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the building fund of the East Grove United Methodist Church, 1167 Belmar Road, Franklin, 16323, or to a charity of ones choice. Jack D. Graham, 86, of Kennerdell, passed away at 11 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at home after an extended illness. Born Feb. 27, 1923, in Grove City, he was the son of Frank Graham and Amanda Van Dyke Graham. Mr. Graham received his education in Harrisville. Mr. Graham was a WWII Veteran, serving in the U.S. Army with the 3rd Armored Division. He fought in the Battle of the Budge and in the Invasion of Normandy Beach. Mr. Graham retired from the Cooper Bessemer in Grove City, where he was a chipper. Before his employment at Cooper Bessemer, he was a heavy equipment operator for Winger Coal Company in Mercer and for Buckeye Coal Company in Jackson Center. Mr. Graham enjoyed tractors and loved being outside and gardening. He also enjoyed visiting his camp in Marienville, liked to watch boxing on television and loved the company of his friends and family. He was affiliated with Rankin Chapel Church. He was married Nov. 22, 1967, to Nancy Boyer Graham, who survives. They were married 41 years. He is also survived by four children, Bonnie M. Kern and husband, Lee, of Sandy Lake, Donald G. Graham of Penn Hills, Penny L Graham of Kennerdell and Jackie McFeaters and husband, Shawn, of Kennerdell. Survivors also include a brother William C. Graham and his wife, Henrietta, of Grove City; three grandchildren, Michele Redfoot and husband, Gerald, of Sandy Lake, Mindy Sarver and husband, Mark, of Friedens, and Marci Custer and husband, Mark, of Sandy Lake; and six great-grandchildren: Gretchen and Emily Redfoot, Brandon and Tanner Sarver, and Brianna and Kyleigh Custer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Eric J. Graham, on June 2, 1998; four brothers, Arthur "Ted" E. Graham, Charles "Bud" Graham, James T. Graham and Harold L. Graham; and three sisters, Francis Borell, Lois Mong and Blanche Bruce. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Larry E. McKinley Funeral Home, 109 Emlenton St., Clintonville. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with pastor Lola Turnbull of the Rankin Chapel Church officiating. A graveside service honoring Mr. Graham's military service will follow at the Clintonville Methodist Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be sent to Kirtland Cancer Foundation, 1339 Liberty Street, Franklin, 16323, or to Venango County Visiting Nurses Hospice Care, 491 Allegheny Blvd, Franklin. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.mckinleyfuneralhome.net Robert F. Gruener, 86, of Emlenton, died Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh. Born Aug. 3, 1922, in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Joseph and Hilda Gruener. He attended Perrysville High School on the North Side. A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Army. He enlisted and went off to fight along with his two older brothers. All returned safely. When he returned home from the war, he began dating Dolores Roth, whom he had known from their days at Perrysville High School. They were married April 16, 1947. He studied to become a welder and began working on Neville Island, before an illness forced him to abandon his welding career. After working briefly at several jobs, he found his niche at Keystone Oaks School District, where he worked for many years maintaining the school buildings and the football stadium both inside and out. He was an avid golfer, loved the Allegheny River, and settled into a small cottage there after retiring from Keystone Oaks. His very first golf outing was at Foxburg in the summer of 1962. He picked up the game very quickly and was soon in demand as a partner for several golf outings in the Pittsburgh area. He never gave up his love for golf, and as recently as last week was complaining about the weather because he couldn't wait to get out there and hit a few. In his early years, he was an active hunter and was quite proud of a newspaper clipping that showed him with a huge bear he shot when he was 19. Surviving are his wife of 61 years, Dolores Gruener; two children, Robert L. Gruener and Kathy (Lee) Fierst; four grandchildren, Christopher (Michelle) Gruener, Jessica (Andy) Manucy, Stacy (Gary) Hawranko, and Stephanie (Doug) Johnston; seven great-grandchildren, Addison Gruener, Owen Gruener, Joseph Alcorn, Avery Hawranko, Sydney Hawranko, Olivia Johnston and Alyssa Johnston; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two brothers, Harry and Joseph Gruener. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Hile Funeral Home, 1204 Kerr Ave., Emlenton. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Michael Church in Emlenton with the Rev. Jan Olowin, church pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in St. Michael Cemetery, Emlenton. Information, directions, and condolences may be sent by visiting www.hilefh.com. Gregory Eugene Meehan, 33, of 116 Hone Ave., Oil City, died unexpectedly Friday evening, Feb. 27, 2009. Born Feb. 18, 1976, in Oil City, he was a son of Leroy Meehan and Judith Frantz Meehan. Mr. Meehan attended the Oil City schools. He worked at K.B. Pizza in Franklin as a quality assurance manager. Mr. Meehan loved his family and life. He enjoyed spending time with his boys outdoors, fishing and was an avid Cleveland Browns fan. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his fiancée, Molly Lehnortt and their two sons, Austin and Conner; his daughter, Kaitlyn; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Pete Knight officiating. Interment will be in Grove Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Wayne L. Minich Sr., 87, of Brookville, died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, in Brookville. Born May 24, 1921, in North Freedom, Ringgold Township, Jefferson County, he was a son of Conrad LeRoy Minich and Estella Boddorf Minich. Mr. Minich was a community leader for many years, beginning in 1946. He served for 18 years as superintendent of the Jefferson County Home. He also served as civil defense director for the county, as justice of the peace for 12 years, and as a Jefferson County commissioner in 1964. He retired as a millwright/carpenter in Construction Local 2235 of Pittsburgh. He was a member of the Port Barnett United Methodist Church, the Pine Creek Volunteer Fire Dept. of Brookville, American Legion Post 102 of Brookville, VFW Post 204 of Brookville and the Brookville Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 983. He was married Nov. 26, 1942, in Tarentum, to the former Esther Evenelle Atkinson, who preceded him in death June 22, 1996. Surviving are a son, Wayne L. Minich Jr. and his wife, Marjorie, of Brookville; a daughter, Arlene M. Snyder and her husband, Kenneth, of Brookville; a sister and her husband, Verna and A.K. Reitz of Mayport; and two brothers and their wives, Glenn and Delores Minich of Home, and Clyde and Joanne Minich of Clarion. Survivors also include two half-brothers, R. K. Ames of Brookville and Lewis Ames and his wife, Kathy, of Florida; and two sisters-in-law, Jane Minich of Fairmount City and Nora Jane Minich of North Freedom. Also surviving are four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by an infant brother, Grail Minich; and two brothers, John Darl Minich and Conrad "Jigs" Minich. Friends were received Sunday in the McKinney Funeral Home of Brookville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the Port Barnett United Methodist Church, Evans Street, Brookville, with the Rev. John L. Miller officiating. Interment will be in the North Freedom United Methodist Church Cemetery, Ringgold Township, Jefferson County. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Port Barnett United Methodist Church, Evans Street, Brookville, 15825. Bethel Smith Welton Moore, 89, of Grove City, went to be with Jesus at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 2009, at Woodland Place, Coolspring Township, Mercer County, following an 11-month illness. >From 1983 to 2005, she had resided in Tucson, Ariz. Born Nov. 19, 1919, in Sligo, she was a daughter of John Orville Smith and Hilda Vay Fox Smith. Mrs. Moore was a homemaker. She retired from Peoples Natural Gas Co., where she was a secretary. She previously worked in the catalog department at JC Penney, Grove City, and during World War II, worked at Cooper Bessemer. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Grove City. She enjoyed traveling, flowers, spending time with family and friends and volunteering in Christian Service. She was married Nov. 19, 1945, to John W. Welton, who preceded her in death March 7, 1981. She married Paul Roger Moore on March 26, 1983, and he preceded her in death July 30, 2005. Surviving are four children, Fred Welton and his wife, Ruthi, of Grove City, Marilyn Bell and her husband, Paul, of Oil City, Stan Welton and his wife, Gloria, of Oil City, and Gary Welton and his wife, Gaye, of Grove City. Survivors also include eight grandsons, Fred Welton, Chad, Kevin and Adam Bell, Bud and Frank Welton, and Andrew and Ben Welton; nine great-grandchildren; and two step-children, Paul R. Moore Jr. of North Carolina and Beverly Ulrich of Georgia, and their extended families. In addition to her parents and husbands, she was preceded in death by a sister, Lois Smith Shellenberger; and a step-daughter, Janet Cillitto. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Cunningham Funeral Home, 306 Bessemer Ave., Grove City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. David L. Johnson, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Grove City, officiating. Interment will be in Crestview Memorial Park, Grove City. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Woodland Place, 745 Greenville Road, Mercer, 16137. Louis L. Parisse, 86, a former resident of 95 Beech Drive, Franklin, a resident of Sugar Creek Station since Oct. 1, 2008, died at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at Sugar Creek Station. The Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home of Franklin is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Tuesday in The Derrick. Florence M. Reither, 94, of 2233 Mercer Road, Stoneboro, died at 10:15 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, in White Cliff Nursing Home. Born Aug. 18, 1914, in Coraopolis, she was a daughter of Christian H. and Cora B. Cunningham Piel. She was a graduate of the former Sandy Lake High School. In her early years she worked at the former Vengold Dairy of Sandy Lake and at the Sandy Lake Diner. She was a member of the Stoneboro United Methodist Church, where she was a member of the RTS (Ready to Serve) class. Mrs. Reither was a long time member of the Stoneboro Volunteer Fire Company ladies auxiliary and the Order of the Eastern Star, Stoneboro Chapter #110. Most of all, she was a homemaker and a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was well known for her cooking skills and she enjoyed gardening. She was married Nov. 7, 1941, to Frank Reither, who preceded her in death May 8, 1986. Surviving are two sons, Frank J. Reither of Stoneboro and John R. Reither Sr. and wife, Marla, of Summerville, S.C.; two grandchildren, John R. Reither Jr. and wife, Suzanna, of Irmo, S.C., and Laura L. Marcotte and husband, Doug, of Worcester, Mass. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one son, David K. Reither; three sisters, Margaret Stanton, Ruth Wennagel and Dorothy Gildersleeve; and two brothers, Ralph H. Piel and Harry "Pete" Piel. Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. today in the Scott A. Black Funeral Home, 99 Franklin St., Stoneboro. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. James G. Young, pastor of Methodists United in Faith, officiating. Interment will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Sandy Lake Township. William D. Spence, 85, of Rouseville Road, Pleasantville, died at 7:05 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at his residence. Born May 11, 1923, in Pleasantville, he was the son of the late Oliver F. and Anna M. Mook Spence. Mr. Spence graduated from Pleasantville High School in 1941. A veteran of World War II, he was inducted into the U.S. Army on April 7, 1943, in Erie. He served with the 584th Bomb Squadron 394th Bomb Group and received the Good Conduct Medal, Victory Medal, American Theater Service Medal and the European-African-Middle Easter Theater Service Medal. He was honorably discharged Dec. 28, 1945. He was formerly employed by Northern Ordinance, Quaker State and retired from Penelec in 1987, where he worked as a storeroom attendant. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. He enjoyed hunting, gardening and making maple syrup. He was married Nov. 23, 1949, in Pleasantville, to the former Anna Mika, who survives. Survivors also include four children, Stanley W. Spence of Leesburg, Va., Mark O. Spence and his wife, Robin, of North Tonawanda N.Y., Sally Spence of Reston, Va., and Joseph E. Spence and his wife, Lori, of Oil City ;six grandchildren; a brother, Carl M. Spence and his wife, Mary, of Pleasantville, a sister, Helen Wolf and her husband, David, of Glenview N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Robert D. Spence; and a sister, Martha Cordell.. Relatives and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Leo N. Hennes Funeral Home, 203 E. Main St., Titusville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. D.G.Davis, III, pastor of St. Titus Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Pleasantville. The family suggests memorial contribution can be made to the charity of one's choice. ------------------------------- 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

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ShirleyBarger74 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/4037.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi There is a lot of info on Rootsweb on the Kerr Family. William John Kerr's father was Fredrick Roof Keer b. 12 Jan. 1846 Indianna C o. Pa. married Eliza Jane Woods b.12 Jul. 1847 Freeport Armstrong Co. Pa.Iam not related to this family but you should take a look at it. I think it could be of to help you. Happy Hunting Shirley Barger 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: bjmogush Surnames: Kerr, Crissman Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/4037/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Am trying to find the names of William John Kerr's parents. He was born approx. 1880 in Pa. Married Mary Catherine Crissman. They lived in Lawsonham, Madison Twp., Porter Twp. and New Bethlehem, Clarion Co., PA. Their children were Olive J.; Ella Catherine; Lura Mae; Verner; Evelyn M.; Mary e.; Phoebe A.; Quentin; June and Beulah R.. 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: KenKKellyJr Surnames: Kelley Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/3351.1.1.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hello, My database, at this time, does not include them. What years do you refer to for them? Joseph Kelley family was in Jefferson Co. in 1860, before moving to MN after the Civil War. I notice Redbank Twp from Armstrong Co. Edward Kelley, in 1810, among others were in Armstrong Co, as well as other counties in the region. There are a lot of Kelleys. There might prove to be a connection in the future. Thank you. Regards, Ken Kelly kenandjan98@netzero.com Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: twilams Surnames: Stahlman & related Limestone twp. Mill Creek & Red Bank twps. Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/3351.1.1.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I have a William Kelley & wife Rachel from Jefferson co. Union twp. next to Clarion county. Don't have names you mention..Does my family fit your info? 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, February 28, 2009: Beulah R. Kerr Burns Bain, Clarion Edward L. "Junior" Beatty Jr., 1431 Horsecreek Road, Seneca John E. "Jack" Custer, 130 Cherry Lane, Franklin D.J. Schultz, Pittsburgh, formerly of Oil City Getting it right - Wendell Scott Zellefrow Beulah R. Kerr Burns Bain, 83, of Clarion, passed away, Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at Clarview Nursing Home in Sligo. Born Aug. 28, 1925, in New Bethlehem, she was the daughter of William K. and Mary C. Crissman Kerr. She was first married Jan. 23, 1945, to Edwin Burns, and he preceded her in death in August 1973. She was later married Aug. 15, 1978, to Howard Bain, who preceded her in death August 2004. Mrs. Bain was a homemaker. She was of the Methodist faith. She enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles and gardening. In addition to her second husband, she is survived by a son, Ray L. Burns and his wife, Mary, of Harvest, Ala.; a daughter, Becky J. Colgan and her husband, David, of Leeper; and grandchildren Nicole, John and Shannon Burns of San Antonio, Texas, Shawn Wolfe of Lancaster, Casey and Elizabeth Wolfe of Madison, Ala., Kelly Conlon of Chicago, Ill., Ted and Kandy Ortz of Summerville, Scott and Lori Ortz of Bela, Leza and Dennis Sheakley of St. Petersburg, Beth and Gary Shumaker of Clarion, and David Ortz of Arvada, Colo. She is also survived by a stepdaughter, Deborah Hamilton and her husband, Dean, of Middleton, Md.; a stepson, Ron Bain of Edmonton, Ky.; a step-daughter-in-law, Donna Bain of Middleton, Md.; five step-grandchildren, Eli Bain of Edmonton, Ky.; Glenda Quindardo and her husband, Joe, of Orlando, Fla.; David Bain and his wife, Andrea, of Middleton, Md.; Jarrod Bain and his wife, Gretchen, of Merchantville, N.J., and Rebekah Mulligan and her husband, James, of Saegertown, and Benjamin Baker; and numerous great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren and step-great-great grandchildren. Also surviving is a brother, Quinton Kerr of Ohio; and a sister, June Thomas of Brookville. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by six sisters, Olive Barrett, Ella Varner, Laura Cyphert, Mary Downes, Evelyn Ernest and Phoebee Hannold; one brother, Verner Kerr; and a grandson, Ray L. Burns Jr. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home, Clarion. Funeral services will held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with Bishop Ralph Campbell III of the Church of God in Clarion officiating. Interment will be in Clarion Cemetery. The family requests donations be made to Charitable Deeds. Condolences may be sent online at www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com Edward L. "Junior" Beatty Jr., 73, of 1431 Horsecreek Road, Seneca, died peacefully at 6:46 a.m. Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh. Born July 28, 1935, in Oil City, he was a son of the late Edward L. Beatty Sr. and Dolores Hunter Beatty. He was married Jan. 26, 1956, to the former Kathryn M. Burke, who survives. Mr. Beatty attended the Oil City area schools and graduated from Oil City High School. He also attended Williamsport Community College. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army for a three-year enlistment period during peacetime; he was stationed in Germany. As his health permitted, Mr. Beatty worked for many years in the warehouse of Baker Auto Parts in Seneca. He had previously worked for King's Family Restaurant in Franklin and for Franklin Steel in its steel farm post division. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed both hunting and fishing when he was able. In addition to his wife of 53 years, Mr. Beatty is survived by five children, Alex Beatty of Seneca, Richard Beatty of Oil City, John Beatty and his wife, Melody, of New Port Ritchey, Fla., Steven Beatty and his wife, Tina, of Oil City, and Paul Beatty of Seneca; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers, James Beatty of Oil City and Eugene Beatty and his wife, Rita, of Franklin; and three sisters, Sally Dolan of Cochranton, Kim Beatty of Oil City and Daisy Beatty of Oil City. In addition to his parents, Mr. Beatty was preceded in death by a brother, David "Doc" Beatty; and a sister, Bernadine Beatty. In accordance with his wishes, there will be no public visitation. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin. John E. "Jack" Custer, 74, of 130 Cherry Lane, Franklin, died at 5:05 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at UPMC Northwest. He was a retired boilermaker. He was married June 19, 1961, to the former Lois Thompson, and she survives. D.J. Schultz, 85, of Pittsburgh, a former longtime resident of Oil City, died Feb. 4, 2009, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born April 29, 1923, in McDonald, he was the son of Rose and Joseph Schultz. Mr. Schultz resided in Oil City most of his life and was a 1941 graduate of Staunton Military Academy, Staunton, Va. After graduating from the University of Virginia, he returned home to work in the family business, the Oil City Variety Store. He was also owner of the Maison Decor interior design shop. Mr. Schultz, an avid reader, was an enthusiast of culture and history and traveled around the world. He also was an animal lover and served on the first board of directors of the Venango County Humane Society. He is survived by three nieces, Deena Levine of N. Bethesda, Md., Amy Strauss and her husband, Michael, of Woodcliff, N.J., and Carla Schultz-Skraly and her husband, Sam, of Westborough, Mass.; one nephew, John Levine and his wife, Cathy, of Pittsburgh; three great-nephews, Benjamin and Sammy Levine and Zachary Strauss; and three great-nieces, Chloe and Madison Skraly and Schuyler Strauss. Memorial contributions may be made to the Venango County Humane Society, P.O. Box 1045, Oil City, 16301. Arrangements are being handled by Copeland Ltd. Funeral Home, Coraopolis. Getting it right - Wendell Scott Zellefrow Wendell Scott Zellefrow, 67, of French Avenue, Sharon, passed away at 10:35 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009. Mr. Zellefrow served with the U.S. Army from 1961 to 1963. Among those who preceded him in death are a brother, Harry Thomas Zellefrow, who died in 2004; and an infant brother, Walter "Bubby" Zellefrow.

The Derrick, February 27, 2009: Raymond Robert Beach, Maple Lane Drive, Cooperstown Dorothy L. Kaster, Titusville Frances Faye Vrhovac, South Second Avenue, Clarion Walter Scott Zellefrow, French Avenue, Sharon Dixie L. Zuck memorial set Raymond Robert Beach, 67, of Maple Lane Drive, Cooperstown, passed away at 10:40 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, at UPMC Passavant Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born Oct. 18, 1941, in Franklin, he was the son of Walter and Jane Hexamer Beach. He was married Aug. 3, 1962, to Jane Houser in Rocky Grove Avenue Presbyterian Church, and she survives. Mr. Beach retired from Joy Manufacturing Co., where he was employed for 43 years as a final assemblyman. He previously served his community as mayor of the borough, was a member of Valley Grove School Board and was an active volunteer at Cooperstown Public Library. He was also a member of Rocky Grove Avenue Presbyterian Church. Mr. Beach enjoyed collecting coins and refinishing antique furniture. In the summer, he enjoyed spending time on his deck. In addition to his wife, Mr. Beach is survived by a son, Dirk S. Beach of West Columbia, S.C.; one daughter, Gretchen R. Beach of Clarksburg, W.Va.; three sisters, Shirley Ford of Cranberry, Nancy Hook of Franklin and Mary Lou Beach of Meadville; three brothers, James Beach, Kenneth Beach and Michael Beach, all of Franklin; and four grandchildren, Logan R. Beach of Cooperstown, Bredin N. and Alex F. Beach of Rockland and Mariana R. Delgado of Clarksburg, W.Va. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, John, Walter and Charles Beach. A celebration of Mr. Beach's life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Rocky Grove Avenue Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Rachel Johns and the Rev. Marc de Jeu presiding. Interment will take place in Cooperstown Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Cooperstown Public Library. Arrangements are being handled by the Gardinier Funeral Home Inc. of Franklin. Online condolences may be sent at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com Dorothy L. Kaster, 89, of Titusville, died at 7:45 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at her granddaughter's residence in Cherrytree Township. Born Oct. 12, 1919, in Portsmouth, Va., she was a daughter of the late Cleveland and Mabel Heffington Brinkley. She was married Feb. 21, 1942, to Fred A. Kaster Sr. in Virginia, and he preceded her in death Aug. 31, 2004. Mrs. Kaster graduated from Chuckatuck High School in Chuckatuck, Va. She was employed as a cook in the cafeteria of Titusville Area School District for 12 years until her retirement in 1981. She also had been employed at the former Swanson's Department Store in Titusville. She was a member of St. Walburga Church in Titusville. She enjoyed crocheting, traveling, cooking, baking, gardening, flowers and feeding her hummingbirds. She also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, family and friends. Mrs. Kaster is survived by three sons, Fred A. Kaster Jr. and his companion, Patricia, of Denver, Colo., and Robert L. Kaster and his companion, Theresa, and Theodore Kaster and his wife, Nora, all of Titusville; nine grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Cleveland, Leigar and Rudolf Brinkley; a sister, Elsie Hayes; a daughter-in-law, Alice Kaster; and a grandchild. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. A vigil service will be conducted at 8:45 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Walburga Church with the Rev. D.G. Davis III, pastor of the Titusville Catholic community, as celebrant. Interment will be in St. Catharine Cemetery. The family asks that memorials be made to St. Walburga Church, 513 W. Main St., Titusville; or Hospice of Crawford County, 310 N. Monroe St., Titusville, 16354. Frances Faye Vrhovac, 81, of South Second Avenue, Clarion, died Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at Clarion Hospital. Born Oct. 22, 1927, in Nutter Fort, W.Va., she was the daughter of Harry Grogan and Josa Faye Cottrill. Mrs. Vrhovac was married to Andrew Vrhovac, who preceded her in death in 1985. She worked as a dental assistant and was a life member of Dundalk American Legion in Dundalk, Md. Mrs. Vrhovac was a former resident of Dundalk, Md., before moving to Clarion 10 years ago. She is survived by two sons, Jack Vrhovac and his wife, JoAnne, of Chesapeake, Va., and Ted Vrhovac and his wife, Nancy, of Mayport; three grandchildren, Paul, Russell and Mathew; and three great-grandchildren, Kyle, Grace and Chloe. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Vrhovac was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Don Vrhovac; four brothers and three sisters. Entombment will take place at Holly Hill Memorial Gardens in Baltimore, Md. The Goble Funeral Home & Crematory, 330 Wood St, Clarion, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to www.goblefh.net. Walter Scott Zellefrow, 67, of French Avenue, Sharon, passed away at 10:35 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009, at the home of his brother and sister-in-law, Keith and Charlotte Zellefrow, of Hillis Road, Rimersburg, after a lingering illness. Born April 5, 1941, in Kittanning, he was a son of the late Thomas Walter Ralph Zellefrow and Goldie Ida Mae Redick Zellefrow. Mr. Zellefrow attended school in Carwick, near Rimersburg, and Sharon High School. He served with the U. S. Army from 1960 until 1961. He was employed at Sharon Steel Co. as a bricklayer from 1970 until his health failed several years ago. He was of the Protestant faith. He is survived by a brother, Keith E. Zellefrow and wife, Charlotte, of Rimersburg; four sisters, Lorena E. Fortner and husband, Archie, of Emlenton, Annie Jeanine Zellefrow of Rimersburg, Catherine E. "Cathy" Summerville of Rimersburg, and Deborah M. Zellefrow of Rimersburg. Survivors also include an aunt, Mrs. Minnie Hegert of Waterloo, N.Y.; and a number of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father in 1988; his mother in 1992; an infant sister, Goldie Zellefrow; an infant brother, Walter Zellefrow; another brother, Harry Thomas "Bubby" Zellefrow in 2004; and two nephews, Keith and Walter Zellefrow. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Randy Evans, Clarion Forrest VNA Hospice chaplain, officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery, Conneration. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Clarion Forrest VNA Hospice, P.O. Box 668, Knox, 16232, or to the American Cancer Society, 133B, W. Main St., P.O. Box 408, Clarion, 16214. Online condolences may be sent to www.hillisfuneralhome.com Dixie L. Zuck memorial set A memorial service for Dixie L. Zuck, who died Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Good Shepard United Methodist Church in Leeper. Mrs. Zuck, who lived in Tionesta, died at Titusville Area Hospital. A luncheon will be provided following the service.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: KenKKellyJr Surnames: Kelley, Beatty Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/3351.1.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Sorry, but I don't find the given names you referred to, for the surnames Kelley and Beatty, included in my database. 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, February 26, 2009: Raymond R. Beach, 106 Maple Lane Drive, Cooperstown Cecelia K. "Kate" Dechant, Lucinda Shirley J. Evans, 710 E. Third St., Oil City Helen Mildred Filetti, formerly of Rimersburg First Sgt. William H. Graham Jr. (retired), 3226 N. Main St., Sandy Lake Lowry H. Kimes, 42 Beech St., Stoneboro Martha Florette Cutchall McCune, Warner Robins, Ga., formerly of Franklin Raymond R. Beach, 67, of 106 Maple Lane Drive, Cooperstown, died at 10:40 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, at UPMC Passavant Hospital in Pittsburgh. The Gardinier Funeral Home in Franklin is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Friday. Cecelia K. "Kate" Dechant, 84, of Lucinda, died Wednesday morning, Feb. 25, 2009, at her home. Born Dec. 30, 1924, in Oil City, she was the daughter of the late Christopher and Cecelia Denslinger Karg. She was married Oct. 18, 1949, to Edward F. Dechant, who survives. Mrs. Dechant and her husband had owned Dechant Strawberry Farm since 1961. She was a member of St. Joseph Church in Lucinda, and she enjoyed quilting. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Dechant is survived by seven children, Michael Joseph Dechant and his wife, Veronica, of Marienville, Joseph Henry Dechant of Shippenville, Mark Edward Dechant and his wife, Agnes, of Lucinda, Lee Alan Dechant and his wife, Linda, of Lucinda, Bernard Francis Dechant and his wife, Juliann, of Lucinda, Julianna Hockman and her husband, Anthony Lee, of Shippenville, and Genevieve Wright and her husband, Jeffrey M., of Rochester Mills. She is also survived by a brother, Francis "Pete" Karg of Oil City; 11 grandchildren, six step-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Dechant was preceded in death by two brothers, James Karg and Bernard Karg; and two sisters, Anna Marie Tobin and Dorothy Singer. 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 vigil service will be held at 3:45 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Church in Lucinda with the Rev. William C. Miller, pastor, as celebrant. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family suggest memorials be made to Clarion Forest VNA. Shirley J. Evans, 79, of 710 E Third St, Oil City, went to be with her Lord at 5:55 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, at the Transitional Care Unit of UPMC Northwest in Oil City. Born April 2, 1929, in Oil City, she was a daughter of the late Austin R. and Josephine S. Heeter Van Dyke. She was married June 27, 1958, to Kenneth Roy Evans, who preceded her in death March 20, 2001. Mrs. Evans graduated in 1947 from Oil City High School and had been employed by Barr's Insurance and Williams Insurance. Mrs. Evans is survived by a brother, James W. Van Dyke of Oil City; two sisters, Wanda R. Thompson of Moon Township and Mary K. McGregor of Oil City; two nephews, Thomas Thompson of Aliquippa and Terry McGregor of Denver, Colo.; two nieces, Jill Thompson of Aliquippa and Jena Knight of Oil City; and one grand-nephew, Thomas John Kraus of Aliquippa. There will be no viewing at Mrs. Evans' request, and services will be conducted at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Zion Union Cemetery in Emlenton. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to a charity of one's choice. Helen Mildred Filetti, 84, formerly of Rimersburg, died at 5:15 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, in Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center near Sligo. Born Aug. 12, 1924, in Redbank Township, Clarion County, she was the daughter of the late Harry Isaac Raybuck and Pearl Dinger Raybuck. She was first married in 1947 to Charles Henry Huston Jr., who preceded her in death in 1966, and was later married in 1970 to Marion J. Filetti, who preceded her in death in 1993. Mrs. Filetti was a 1942 graduate of New Bethlehem High School. She was a retired homemaker and also worked at Lerch Dress Shop and Herbert's Market in New Bethlehem. Mrs. Filetti was a Protestant and was a member of the Jerusalem United Church of Christ in Rimersburg. Mrs. Filetti is survived by a son, William Huston and his wife, Suzanne, of Duncannon; two step-daughters, Laurie Wilmes of New Castle, and Bette Peoples of Butler; four brothers, Charles Raybuck and his wife, Betty, of New Bethlehem, John Raybuck and his wife, Bernadine, of New Bethlehem, George Raybuck and his wife, Ethel, of New Kensington, and William Raybuck and his wife, Joanne, of Fairmount City; a sister, Mrs. Jennie Hetrick of Fairmount City; a sister-in-law, Jeanne Raybuck of New Bethlehem; and eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husbands, Mrs. Filetti was preceded in death by a brother, Emerson "Jack" Raybuck. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Varner Funeral Home of Rimersburg. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Jack Gareis, interim pastor of Jerusalem United Church of Christ, officiating. Interment will follow in the New Bethlehem Cemetery. First Sgt. William H. Graham, Jr. (retired), 78, of 3226 N. Main Street, Sandy Lake, died at 5:20 a.m. Wednesday Feb. 25, 2009, in Trinity Living Center after a courageous battle with cancer. Born June 30, 1930, in Garden City, N.J., he was a son of the late William H. and Stella A. Polick Graham. He was married May 24, 1952, to the former Donna J. Harrah, who preceded him in death Oct. 5, 2006. Mr. Graham was a retired drill sergeant with the U.S. Army where he served from 1947 to 1970. He served in the Korean War where he received a Silver Star and two Purple Hearts as well as the National Defense Service Medal, two CIB awards, Vietnam Service Medal, Four Good Conduct Awards, Vietnam Commendation Medal and Expert Rifle awards. After retiring from the military he worked at Joy Manufacturing in Franklin and then retired in 1992 from the R. D. Werner Company of Greenville as a maintenance supervisor after 21 years of service. Mr. Graham was of the Protestant faith. He enjoyed camping and traveling to the many different states. After his final retirement Bill spent his winters in Florida where he enjoyed fishing, shrimping, boating, and doing crossword puzzles. He also enjoyed hunting and was an avid Steelers fan. Mr. Graham is survived by two daughters, Terri Kerns and her husband, Curtis O. , of Sandy Lake, and Shelby Clark and her husband, Larry J., of Sterling, Va.; a son, Michael W. Graham and his wife, Marsha, of Stoneboro; five grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and a sister, Shirley M. Dickson of Van Nuys, Calif. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Graham was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Sherri Rae Kerns; a grandson, Todd R. Kerns; and a sister, Lucy Boggs. Calling hours will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday in the Scott A. Black Funeral Home, 99 Franklin St., Stoneboro. A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Terry L. Greenlee, pastor of Jackson Center Presbyterian Church, officiating. Military Honors will be given by The V.E.T.S. Honor Guard of Venango County. Memorials may be made to the Sherri Rae Kerns Memorial Foundation, 33 Chestnut St. Sharon, 16146 or American Cancer Society, 3208 Wilmington Road, New Castle, 16105. Lowry H. Kimes, 67, of 42 Beech St., Stoneboro, died at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, in UPMC, Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh after a short illness. Born in Mercer, he was the son of the late Leland H. and Charlotte Greggs Kimes. He was married April 27, 1962, to Polly Graham, who survives. Mr. Kimes was a 1959 graduate of Lakeview High School. In earlier years, he worked at the Cooper-Bessemer of Grove City and Sharon Westinghouse. He retired in 2004 after 34 years as a welder from Joy Technologies of Franklin. Mr. Kimes was very generous with his time and talent and was always willing to help others. In early years, he was a coach for the Lakeview Knothole League. He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren play sports. He also enjoyed going to hunting camp with his son, brother, nephews and son-in-laws. In addition to his wife, Mr. Kimes is survived by two daughters, Mindy Jennings and her husband, Kevin of Devon, and Kelley Hogan and her husband, Moses of Berwyn; a son, Jeff T. Kimes and his wife, Erica, of Verona Beach, N.Y. ; six grandchildren, Autumn Kimes, Sierra Kimes, Marley Jennings, Nicholas Jennings, Jake Hogan and McKenzie Hogan; a sister, Cathy Burnette and her husband, Robert, of Sandy Lake; and a brother, Robert T. "Whitey" Kimes and his wife, Bev, of Stoneboro. In addition to his parents, Mr. Kimes was preceded in death by a brother, Daryl Kimes. Calling hours will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Scott A. Black Funeral Home, 99 Franklin St., Stoneboro. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Adam J. Rodgers, pastor of Stoneboro Presbyterian Church, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Stoneboro Garden and Preservation Society, P.O. Box 28, Stoneboro, 16153. Martha Florette Cutchall McCune, 74, of Warner Robins, Ga., formerly of Franklin, died Monday, Feb. 2, 2009. Born Dec. 25, 1934, in Franklin, she was a daughter of Flora Lovella Carson Cutchall and the late Wylie Freeman Cutchall. Mrs. McCune is survived by three children and four siblings.

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