Hi all, Edward Willis REITZ is a distant relative of mine. If anyone wants more on his maternal ancestry, please let me know. His step-father was Paul HIMES and I have nothing on him, except for his name. I do have other HIMES in my records, but haven't connected him? Anyone know? Thank you. Bev in Calif. GO Steelers!!! ----- Original Message ----- From: "Ellis Weller" <eweller@csonline.net> To: <PACLARIO-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Saturday, January 31, 2009 6:53 AM Subject: [PACLARIO] Obituaries, The Derrick, January 30, 2009 > The Derrick, January 30, 2009: > Edward W. Reitz, Distant > Edward W. Reitz, 72, of Distant, passed away Wednesday morning, Jan. > 28, 2009, at his residence. > > Born Jan. 12, 1937, in Jefferson County, he was the son of Paul Himes > and Ethel June Reitz Himes. > > He was first married to the former Mary E. Raybuck, who preceded him > in death. > > He was then married Jan. 26, 1980, to the former Thelma L. Pettigrew, > who survives. > > Mr. Reitz was a self-employed mechanic. > > He was a U.S. Marine and was a veteran of the Korean War. > > Mr. Reitz is survived by his mother, Ethel June Himes of Lake Milton, > Ohio; his wife, Thelma L. Reitz of Distant; five sons, Willis Reitz of > Grafton, Ohio, Robert Reitz and his wife, Theresa, of Mesquite, Texas, > David Reitz of Niles, Ohio, Rodney Reitz of Niles, Ohio, and Paul > Reitz and his wife, Suzy, of Niles, Ohio; and one daughter, Mary Ann > Reitz and her companion, Randy, of Niles, Ohio. > > He is also survived by a stepdaughter, Debbie Beecher of Pennsylvania; > and two brothers, Lewis "Toe" Himes and his wife, Maxine, of Fairmount > City, and Kenneth Himes and his wife, Sharon, of Florida. > > Mr. Reitz was preceded in death by his father, Paul Himes; his first > wife, Mary E. Reitz; a sister, Betty Fenstermaker; a brother, Robert > Himes; a grandson, Travis Reitz Hoover; a nephew, Clifford > Fenstermaker Jr.; a great-niece, Amber Himes; and a great-nephew, > Matthew Smith. > > Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Alcorn > Funeral Home in Hawthorn. > > Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home > with pastor James Steinglass of Zion Lutheran Church in Shannondale > officiating. > > Interment will be in Markton Cemetery, Oliver Township, Jefferson > County.

The Derrick, January 30, 2009: Peggy Lou McDaniel Downes, Oil City Presbyterian Home Edward W. Reitz, Distant Vivian Mary Swanson, 212 Orchard St., Oil City Birdie B. Walter, Tionesta Stanley Pliska service is today Peggy Lou McDaniel Downes, 63, a resident of the Oil City Presbyterian Home, died at 7:06 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, at Titusville Area Hospital. Born April 6, 1945, in Oil City, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Reta Frank McDaniel. Mrs. Downes was a 1963 graduate of Rocky Grove High School. She did her nurses training at Meadville City Hospital. Mrs. Downes retired from Polk Center as a licensed parctical nurse after several decades of honorable service. She was a member of Oakland United Methodist Church and was an avid Steelers and Pirates fan. Surviving are two sons, Todd M. Bickel and his wife, Kimberly, of Ypsilanti, Mich., and Dustin M. Bickel and his wife, Brenda, of Polk; a sister, Annette M. Carter and her husband, Bob, of Oil City; and a sister-in-law, Leona McDaniel of Toms River, N.J. Also surviving are two nieces, Corrine Filipowski and her husband, Steve, of Oil City, and Dawn O'Chelli and her husband, Charles, of Toms River, N.J.; and two step-grandchildren, Jenna and Justin Briggs, both of Ypsilanti, Mich. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Downes was preceded in death by two brothers, Fred H. McDaniel and Richard E. "Skip" McDaniel; and a special friend and caregiver, Glenn Carbaugh. Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. today at the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. today in the funeral home with the Rev. Pat Ellis, chaplain of the Oil City Presbyterian Home, officiating. Interment will follow in Reno Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Oil City Presbyterian Home, 10 Vo-Tech Drive, Oil City, 16301; or the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Allegheny District Chapter, 1501 Reedsdale St., Suite 105, Pittsburgh, 15233. Online condolences may be sent at www.huffchapel.com. Edward W. Reitz, 72, of Distant, passed away Wednesday morning, Jan. 28, 2009, at his residence. Born Jan. 12, 1937, in Jefferson County, he was the son of Paul Himes and Ethel June Reitz Himes. He was first married to the former Mary E. Raybuck, who preceded him in death. He was then married Jan. 26, 1980, to the former Thelma L. Pettigrew, who survives. Mr. Reitz was a self-employed mechanic. He was a U.S. Marine and was a veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Reitz is survived by his mother, Ethel June Himes of Lake Milton, Ohio; his wife, Thelma L. Reitz of Distant; five sons, Willis Reitz of Grafton, Ohio, Robert Reitz and his wife, Theresa, of Mesquite, Texas, David Reitz of Niles, Ohio, Rodney Reitz of Niles, Ohio, and Paul Reitz and his wife, Suzy, of Niles, Ohio; and one daughter, Mary Ann Reitz and her companion, Randy, of Niles, Ohio. He is also survived by a stepdaughter, Debbie Beecher of Pennsylvania; and two brothers, Lewis "Toe" Himes and his wife, Maxine, of Fairmount City, and Kenneth Himes and his wife, Sharon, of Florida. Mr. Reitz was preceded in death by his father, Paul Himes; his first wife, Mary E. Reitz; a sister, Betty Fenstermaker; a brother, Robert Himes; a grandson, Travis Reitz Hoover; a nephew, Clifford Fenstermaker Jr.; a great-niece, Amber Himes; and a great-nephew, Matthew Smith. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with pastor James Steinglass of Zion Lutheran Church in Shannondale officiating. Interment will be in Markton Cemetery, Oliver Township, Jefferson County. Vivian Mary Swanson, 87, of 212 Orchard St., Oil City, formerly of Ashland, Ohio, died at 9:50 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca after an extended illness. Born April 7, 1921, in Kitzmiller, Md., she was the daughter of the late Elijah H. Moon and Elizabeth C. Hogue Moon. Mrs. Swanson was married Sept. 13, 1943, to Charles R. Swanson, who preceded her in death in 2001. She graduated from South High School in Akron, Ohio, in 1939. Mrs. Swanson had worked for various companies over the years and had served as an office manager. She had belonged to the Garden Club, the Sunshine Club, the Bowling Group and the Old Union Town Quilters, all in Ashland, Ohio, the Oil Valley Quilters Guild in Oil City and the National Quilting Association. Mrs. Swanson is survived by two children, Janis E. Carlson of Ft. Collins, Colo., and Jerry R. Swanson and his wife, Sheila, of Oil City; two grandchildren, Heather Carlson Willis and her husband, Jim, of Buffalo, Mont., and Eric M. Carlson of Ft. Collins, Colo.; and three great-grandchildren, Sage Ann, Hunter J. and Amanda R. Willis; all of Buffalo, Mont. Funeral services will take place at the convenience of the family. The Reinsel Funeral Home and Crematory in Oil City is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Visiting Nurses Association, 419 Allegheny Blvd., Franklin. Online condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com Birdie B. Walter, 87, of Tionesta, died early Thursday morning, Jan. 29, 2009, in the Titusville Hospital. Born Oct. 24, 1921, in Greenbank, W.Va., she was the daughter of Frank H. and Margie Wooddell Blum. She was married Aug. 24, 1940, in Warren to Joseph C. Walter, who preceded her in death on March 26, 1993. Mrs. Walter graduated in 1939 from Tionesta High School. She was a member of the Tionesta Church of God and belonged to the Tionesta Senior Citizens. Mrs. Walter is survived by a son, Larry Walter, of West Hickory. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Larry Walter, Eric Walter, Karla Walter, Brenda Smith, Shawn Bishop, Joshua Walter and Michelle Walter; and eight great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Walter was preceded in death by three sisters, Donna Jean Blum, Mildred Welch and Pauline Biskar; three brothers, Harold Blum, Frank Earl Blum and Ben Blum; and a close nephew, Carl Lindblade. She is the last surviving member of her immediate family. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Tionesta Church of God. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. at the church with the Rev. Michael Brady, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Collins Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to Tionesta Church of God or the charity of one's choice. Stanley Pliska service is today A committal service for Stanley R. Pliska, a former Oil City resident, is scheduled for 11 a.m. today in the mausoleum of Calvary Cemetery in Oil City. Mr. Pliska, 91, professor emeritus at Old Dominion University, passed away Saturday, Jan. 24, 1009, in Mansfield, Conn. Monsignor John W. Swoger, the pastor at St. Joseph Church in Oil City, will preside at today's service. Military honors will be provided by the VETS Honor Guard. The Reinsel Funeral Home & Crematory in Oil City is handling the arrangements.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: LeaSteele Surnames: Eisenman/Hartle/hartel/Swartzfager Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/2914.10.1.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I am an Eisenman, as well as a Hartle(Hartel) and a Swartzfager(Swartsfager). I don't believe we have spoken before. How may I help you. I have a very large family file on these families. You may email me directly if you wish at littlelion@gci.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.

The Derrick, January 29, 2009: James Boyd Alexander, Clarion Ruth L. Blauser, Cranberry Peggy Lou Downes, formerly of Oil City Presbyterian Home Ellis B. Hoffman, Fellowship Manor, Grove City Gloria J. "Nana" Fenimore, 521 Spring St., Franklin Frank G. Hess, New Bethlehem Nancy J. O'Brien, 1100 Henrys Bend Road, Oil City Carolyn Elizabeth Siar, 176 Olean Road, Corsica James B. Warnsing, East Main Street, Clarion Romain G. Wenner, Van James Boyd Alexander, 52, of Clarion, fell to a three-year struggle with renal cell cancer on Monday afternoon, Jan. 26, 2009. Though his most recent stay in the hospital was trying, he lived happily through his illness since he was diagnosed in November 2005. A poet at heart, Jim graduated from the Pennsylvania State University Honors College with a B.A. in English literature in 1979. After two years in its English graduate program, he attended law school at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, graduating in 1985. Since returning home to Clarion County he has practiced law, eventually with his father, former Clarion County Judge Charles Alexander. Together they formed Alexander, Alexander, Troese and Seidle in June 2007. Jim was lucky enough to love his work, nearly as much as he enjoyed his partners, staff and clients. Jim took enormous pleasure in nearly all facets of life. He had a great passion for music, both the appreciation and writing of literature and the outdoors, especially fly-fishing and skiing, at which he was quite talented. But more than anything Jim loved people - he cared for nothing more than his family and friends, and always acted accordingly. Among those blessed to be a part of Jim's family, which he would say did not consist only of relatives, were his mother, Jean Taylor Sayer; his grandparents, George "Heap" Alexander II and Miriam Moore Alexander; his uncle, George "Heap" Alexander III; and his stepmother, Maxine Mackenzie Alexander, all of whom have passed. His loss is suffered by countless friends, nieces and nephews, but especially so by his father, Charles Robert Alexander; his stepmother, Peggy Alexander; his wife, Trudy Alexander, and their two children, Elizabeth Zoe and Ian James Alexander; his two brothers, Charles Howard and Stephen George; his mother-in-law, Dorismae Snyder; his cousin, Anne Gordon; and his stepfather, Ted Sayer. The family will be holding receptions from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from noon to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion. The family is asking that donations be made to the Clarion Hospital Foundation, which Jim proudly served, and to the Pet and Animal Welfare Society (PAWS), which he actively supported. Those wishing to submit condolences may do so by visiting www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com. Ruth L. Blauser, 87, of Cranberry, died at 9:10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, at The Caring Place in Franklin. Born May 11, 1921 in Rockland, she was the daughter of the late Claude and Elsie Rembold Meade. Mrs. Blauser graduated from Rockland School in 1939. She then worked at General Manifold in Franklin until entering the Marine Corps. She was stationed at Camp Lejeune, N.C., and after her discharge she attended business school in Franklin. She was married July 26, 1947, at Congress Hill Church of God to Paul H. Blauser, who survives. Mrs. Blauser attended the Oil City Church of the Nazarene. She was a homemaker and enjoyed her family, friends and studying the Bible. Mrs. Blauser is survived by two sons, Robert P. Blauser and his wife, Susan, of Franklin, and Brian K. Blauser and his wife, Carlotta, of Akron, Ohio; a daughter, Kathleen R. Stumpner and her husband, Terry, of Rome, Ohio; six grandchildren, Julia Greenlee of Columbus, Ohio, Andrew R. Blauser of Butler, Adam Blauser of Deerfield, Ill., Erin Blauser of Akron, Ohio, and Jason and Amy Stumpner of Rome, Ohio; and one great-grandson, Trenton Greenlee of Columbus, Ohio. She is also survived by one sister, Katie Miller and her husband, Dean, of Seneca; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Blauser was preceded in death by four brothers, Edward Rembold, Ronald Meade, Harold Meade and Robert Meade; and one sister, Dorothy Bigelow. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. William Hopkins, pastor of the Oil City Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Interment will be in Brandon Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the Oil City Church of the Nazarene, 601 East Second St., Oil City. Peggy Lou Downes, 63, died at 7:06 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, at Titusville Area Hospital. Mrs. Downes has been residing in the Presbyterian Home in Oil City for several years. Funeral arrangements and a complete obituary will be published Friday. Arrangements are being handled by the Huff Chapel in Franklin. Ellis B. Hoffman, 86, a resident of Fellowship Manor, Grove City, for the past four years, formerly of Harrisville RD 1, died at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009, at Grove City Medical Center. Born Feb. 9, 1922, in Harrisville, he was the son of the late Roy Hoffman and Elsie (Hoffman) Hoffman. Mr. Hoffman was a 1938 graduate of Grove City High School. He was married April 28, 1948, to the former Vivian A. Walter, who preceded him in death Oct. 8, 1979. He was later married Jan. 15, 1994, to the former Florence Stevens, who preceded him in death Jan. 16, 2004. Mr. Hoffman served in the U.S. Army and was a World War II veteran. He was employed at Cooper-Energy Service in Grove City. He retired from there in 1984 with more than 30 years of service. Mr. Hoffman was of the Protestant faith. He was a former member of the American Legion, and he enjoyed old cars. Mr. Hoffman is survived by a daughter, Beverly J. Burrell of Grove City; three stepsons, Walter E. Gilmore of Harrisville, Edward L. Gilmore of Clintonville and John C. Gilmore of Dover; three grandchildren, Cynthia Kaylor, Wally Burrell and Wendy Russell; and five great-grandchildren, Tiffany Welton, Colleen Russell, Kennedy Russell, Cassidy Russell and Kaiden Russell. Friends may call from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Friday at the Jamison Funeral Home, 117 N. Main St., Harrisville. Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Geoffrey M. Wild of the Church of Epiphany in Grove City officiating. Interment will be in Old Log Cemetery in Irwin Township, Venango County. Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled Veterans Association or the American Heart Association, 777 Penn Center Blvd., Pittsburgh, 15235. Gloria J. "Nana" Fenimore, 64, of 521 Spring St., Franklin, died at 2 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009, at her residence. Born April 19, 1944, in Bell Flower, Calif., she was the daughter of Wilbert L. Hutchen and the late Mary Busonavich. Mrs. Fenimore was a homemaker. She loved to shop and volunteer at the Franklin and Cranberry Goodwill stores. She enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her family and grandchildren. Mrs. Fenimore loved life and had a big heart, and always welcomed everyone with a smile. She married Carl Allen Fenimore on Feb. 17, 1952, and he preceded her in death. Mrs. Fenimore is survived by her father, Wilbert L. Hutchen and his wife, Jo, of Squaw Valley, Calif.; and three children, Randy Poole and his wife, Cindy, of Tidioute, Steven Fenimore and his wife, Doris, of Wilmington, Calif., and Kelly Klinger and her husband, David, of Franklin. Also surviving are three grandchildren, Joey Poole of Clarksville, Tenn., Haylee Poole of Squaw Valley, Calif., and Michelle Klinger and her husband, Randy, of Franklin; four great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to her husband and mother, Mrs. Fenimore was preceded in death by a sister, Janet White; and a grandson, Steve Fenimore. The Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home Inc. in Franklin is in charge of arrangements. A memorial service will be announced at a later time and will be held at the Franklin Salvation Army. Condolences may be sent online at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com. Frank G. Hess, 86, of New Bethlehem, died Wednesday morning, Jan. 28, 2009, in St. Louis, Mo., following a courageous battle with progressive supra-nuclear palsy (PSP). Born May 10, 1922, in Uniontown, he was a son of the late Moses Porter Hess and Anna Mae Gadd Hess. Mr. Hess graduated from Uniontown High School in 1940 and earned a bachelor of arts degree in accounting from George Washington University in Washington, D.C., in 1953. He was a U.S. Navy veteran serving in the Hospital Corps during World War II and the Korean Conflict. He was stationed on the island of Samar with the Western Sea Frontier. He was married June 18, 1959, to the former June E. Jackson, who preceded him in death Nov. 25, 1998. As a young man, Mr. Hess worked in Washington, D.C., as an instructor for Dale Carnegie. It was during one of his courses that he first met his wife, June. In 1965, he and his brother, Wilbur, purchased the Culligan Water Conditioning franchise in New Bethlehem. They later acquired the Oil City and DuBois dealerships, consolidating DuBois and New Bethlehem into the Brookville franchise. He retired in 1986 when the franchises were sold. After his brother, Wilbur, passed away it was no longer enjoyable to work without him. Mr. Hess was an avid golfer and enjoyed working in his garden. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of New Bethlehem, where he sang in the choir, served on the board of trustees and was chair of the memorial committee. Mr. Hess was a past member of New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church, serving on the board of session, and he was past president of the board of trustees. His other past memberships included the American Legion, VFW and NBC Chorus, where he served as a past president and was Barbershopper of the Year in 1993; New Bethlehem Masonic Lodge 522, Coundersport Consistory, Armstrong Airys Caravan and Syria Temple. His past associations included president of the Western Pennsylvania Culligan Dealers Association, two-term president of the Eastern Water Conditioning Association, secretary of the Pennsylvania Water Quality Association, board of regents of the Water Quality Association, an international organization headquartered in Chicago; New Bethelehem Area Free Public Library Board, New Bethlehem Lions Club King Lion in 1971 and 1972, president of the Clarion County Fair Association-changed fair name from the Farmers and Merchants Picnic, and the New Bethlehem Shade Tree Committee. Mr. Hess is survived by four children, Patty Murray and her husband, Bob, of St. Louis, Mo., Bill Hess and his wife, Tina, of Princeton, N.J., Greg Hess and his wife, Susan, of Tucson, Ariz., and Suzy Wyant and her husband, Richard, of Tipp City, Ohio; and eight grandchildren, Gwen and Erin Murray, Carson, Braden and Austin Hess, and Matthew, Lauren and Jack Wyant. Also surviving are a sister, Iva M. Hess of Oil City; a brother, John R. Hess and his wife, Marilynn, of Kilmarnock, Va.; and several nieces and nephews, Donna Wells and Janet Cline of Virginia and their families, Nancy Hess of Oil City, Christopher Hess of Illinois, and Karrie Hess McMillan and Trevor and Liam McMillan, all of Virginia. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Hess was preceded in death by a son, Ronald Hess; and two brothers, Wilbur Hess and George Hess. Friends will be received from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday at the Rupert Funeral Home, 301 Penn St., New Bethlehem, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at First United Methodist Church, 234 Penn St., New Bethlehem. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church with the Rev. Joe Short, church pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at New Bethlehem Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to First United Methodist Church of New Bethlehem at 234 Penn St., New Bethlehem, 16242; New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church, 403 Penn St., New Bethlehem; or New Bethlehem Area Free Public Library, 720 Broad St., New Bethlehem. Online condolences may be sent to Frank's family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com. Nancy J. O'Brien, 72, of 1100 Henrys Bend Road, Oil City, died at 6:47 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, at the Florida Hospital in Zephyr Hills, Fla. The Reinsel Funeral Home and Crematory in Oil City is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Saturday in The Derrick. Carolyn Elizabeth Siar, 59, of 176 Olean Road, Corsica, was at home surrounded by her loving family before going home to be with her Lord and Savior at 10:40 a.m. Monday, Jan. 26, 2009. She passed away peacefully after battling 12 courageous years with breast cancer. Born April 29, 1949, in Brookville, she was the daughter of Keith D. Martz, who survives in Corsica, and the late Clara E. Lutz Martz, who preceded her in death Nov. 5, 2007. She was married Nov. 11, 1967, in Corsica, to Robert E. Siar, and he survives. Mrs. Siar was a homemaker for many years before becoming employed by Clarion-Limestone School District as a cafeteria aide and custodian. She enjoyed spending time with her family, working, gardening, planting flowers and baking, especially with her grandchildren. In addition to her husband and father, she is survived by four children, Tina Liebman and her husband, Tom, of Brookville, Misse Smith and her husband, Don, of Corsica, Brett Siar and his wife, Amber, of Brookville, and Bradley Siar and his fiance, Joda Schena, of Brookville; and 10 grandchildren, Daniel, Amanda, Jenna and Erin Liebman, Kysaac, Kaiben, Keidon, Kothan and Kamlor Smith, and Corinne Siar. She is also survived by two sisters, Shirley Semanco and brother-in-law John Semanco of New Bethlehem and Kathy Bauer and brother-in-law Gary "Bud" Bauer of Wilson, N.C.; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother. Friends were received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the McKinney Funeral Home in Brookville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the funeral home with the Rev. Larry Dahlborg, pastor of Pleasant Hill Bible Church in Summerville, officiating. Interment will be at Mt. Pleasant Independent Baptist Cemetery in Corsica. Memorial donations can be made to Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice, P.O. Box 668, Knox; 16232; or the Susan G. Komen For the Cure Foundation, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, Texas, 75265-0309. James B. Warnsing, 43, of East Main Street, Clarion, died Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009, in the Clarion Hospital after a long illness. Born July 23, 1965, in McKeesport, he was the son of Donald Warnsing Sr. and Rose Ambler Warnsing. He was married March 22, 2002, to Cheri Stromyer, who survives. Mr. Warnsing was a 1984 graduate of Maury High School in Virginia. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1984 to 1996 as a radioman (RM2), and he received a medical retirement due to an illness he contracted during Operation Desert Storm. He was director/owner of the High Rollers drill team for the past 14 years. He enjoyed teaching children from all over the tri-county area. Mr. Warnsing was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and was looking forward to the Super Bowl. He was also looking forward to the birth of his first grandchild, Serenity JaLynn Warnsing. He was a patient of Renal Care of Clarion and had been a previous volunteer for Passages in Clarion County. Mr. Warnsing is survived by his father, Donald Warnsing Sr. and his wife, Peggy, of Nokomis, Ill.; his mother, Rose Warnsing of Spotsylvania, Va.; his wife, Cheri Warnsing of Clarion; a son, Kenneth Warnsing of Elyria, Ohio; and two daughters, Mandalyn Warnsing of Clarion and Melinda Warnsing at home. Also surviving are four brothers, Donald Warnsing Jr. of DuBois, Joe McKittrick of Knox, Randy Best of St. Petersburg and Sean Summerville of Strattanville; a niece, Meghyn Warnsing; and a nephew, Zayne Summerville. Mr. Warnsing was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Joseph and Tillie Ambler; his paternal grandparents, Wayne and Myrtle Warnsing; and an uncle, Jack Summerville. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Goble Funeral Home & Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Dr. Deryl Larson of First United Methodist Church officiating. Full military honors will be performed by the Clarion American Legion at 10:45 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home prior to the service. The family requests friends and family to be in black and gold for the Steelers in his honor during visitation and funeral services. Interment will follow in Clarion Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Kidney Foundation. Online memorials may be made to www.goblefh.net. Romain G. Wenner, 89, of Van, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009, at UPMC Montefiore in Pittsburgh. Born Jan. 6, 1920, in Van, he was a son of Leroy and Cecil Whitling Wenner. The most important day in Mr. Wenner's life was when he accepted Christ as his Savior at the age of 12. From that day forward, he was committed to sharing his love for Christ with those he came in contact with. Mr. Wenner was a 1937 graduate of Rockland High School. He was married Nov. 25, 1943, to the former Roberta M. Dreibelbis, who survives. He worked at Struthers Wells, Oilwell Supply and Eakin Novelty Works, and he had owned and operated Van Lumber and Supply since 1951. Mr. Wenner attended Seneca Evangelical Congregational Church. He belonged to the Gideon's and was a former board member of Christian Life Academy. Mr. Wenner enjoyed farming, gardening and hunting with his wife and family. His love for his family was demonstrated by the countless hours he spent being involved in their lives. Mr. Wenner is survived by three sons, Dwight R. Wenner of Van, Douglas K. Wenner and his wife, Jacqueline, of Van, and Derwin G. Wenner and his wife, Pam, of Nickleville; a daughter, Darla S. Babb and her husband, Gary, of Canfield, Ohio; nine grandchildren, Darren Wenner, Dustin Wenner, Kelly Wenner, Brett Wenner, Autumn Wenner, Dolan Wenner, Dalena Custer, Denton Wenner and Chase Wenner; and five great-grandchildren, Allyson Wenner, Danica Wenner, Dane Wenner, Dalton Wenner and Darien Wenner. He is also survived by a brother, Jay Wenner and his wife, Betty, of Oil City; a brother-in-law, Duane Sweet of New Mexico; a sister-in-law, Doris Wenner of Florida; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Wenner was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Karla Wenner; five brothers, Gerald Wenner, DO Wenner, Richard Wenner, Harry Wenner and Thomas Wenner; and two sisters, Ellen Sweet and Irene Wenner. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. Friends will also be received from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at Seneca Evangelical Congregational Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with the Rev. Josh Reinders, church pastor, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Gideon 's.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: DebZavadil Surnames: Latimer, Wilkins Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/4027/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Searching for information on the James Latimer family - he was born in 1800 in PA and died bet. 1870-1880 in PA. His wife was Nancy, born about 1811. We are wondering if Nancy's maiden name might have been Wilkins as their first son was named John Wilkins Latimer - John Wilkins Latimer was born in 1834 in Clarion County. William and Anne are the parents of James - mentioned above - William had at least 6 brothers - we'd like to know who they were, etc. Anyone with information about this family please contact us. I can share information on John Wilkins Latimer and his family. 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, January 28, 2009: James Boyd Alexander, Clarion Carolyn Elizabeth Siar, 176 Olean Road, Corsica James Boyd Alexander, 52, a Clarion attorney, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, at UPMC Shadyside in Pittsburgh. Born Nov. 21, 1956, in Philadelphia, he was the son of Judge Charles Robert Alexander and Jean Elizabeth Taylor Sayer and was married to Trudy Snyder Alexander. Calling hours will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from noon to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick. Those wishing to submit condolences may do so by visiting www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com. Carolyn Elizabeth Siar, 59, of 176 Olean Road, Corsica, died Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, at her home. Born April 29, 1949, in Brookville, she was the daughter of Keith D. Martz, who survives in Corsica, and the late Clara E. Lutz Martz. She married Robert E. Siar on Nov. 11, 1967, in Corsica, and he survives. She was a homemaker and worked as a cafeteria aide and custodian for the Clarion-Limestone School District. Mrs. Siar enjoyed spending time with her family, working, gardening, planting flowers and baking, especially with her grandchildren In addition to her husband and father, she is survived by two daughters and two sons, Mrs. Tom (Tina) Liebman of Brookville, Mrs. Don (Misse) Smith of Corsica, Brett Siar and his wife, Amber, of Brookville, and Bradley Siar and his fiance, Joda Schena, of Brookville; and two sisters, Mrs. John (Shirley) Semanco of New Bethlehem and Mrs. Gary "Bud" (Kathy) Bauer of Wilson, N.C. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren, Daniel, Amanda, Jenna and Erin Liebman, Kysaac, Kaiben, Keidon, Kothan and Kamlor Smith, and Corinne Siar; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the McKinney Funeral Home in Brookville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Larry Dahlborg of Pleasant Hill Bible Church in Summerville officiating. Interment will be at Mt. Pleasant Independent Baptist Cemetery in Corsica. Memorials can be made to the Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice, P.O. Box 668, Knox, 16232; or the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, Texas, 75265-0309

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: eveheart7 Surnames: Hartle/Ochs Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/2914.7.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hollace, I wonder if your grandparents are or are related to my aunt and uncle. My aunt was Henrietta Hartle Ochs, she was married to John Ochs of Leeper, PA. I am Walter (Jack) Hartle's daughter. Please feel free to contact me my info. is available. Eve 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: eveheart7 Surnames: Eisenman/Hartle/Fitzgerald/Swartzfager Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/2914.6.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Ethel, My grandmother was Bertha Eisenman Hartle from the Shippenville, Fryburg, Clarion, PA area...I have close friends who are Fitzgerald's and they have family in the Cook Forest area...same area really..Feel free to contact me. Eve Swartzfagers are related to me but, I am not sure offhand, I would have to ask my mother. 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: eveheart7 Surnames: Eisenman/Hartle Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/2914.10.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hello, I may have written you earlier..not sure. My grandparents were Frank (Francis) and Bertha Eisenman Hartle from the Fryburg, Shippenville, Clarion, PA area. They had 13 children... 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: eveheart7 Surnames: Eisenman/Hartle Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/3730.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Krista, Hi! I am new to these boards..Eisenman was my grandmother's maiden name and she was German. She married a Hartle and lived in the Fryburg, Shippenville, Clarion, PA area... Feel free to contact me... 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, January 27, 2009: Betty J. Barber, Harrisville Phyllis M. Cotherman, Knox J. Richard "Bud" Gilger, Oil City George Evans Kirkpatrick Hartzell, Mequon, Wis., formerly of Knox area Eleanor M. McChesney, 103 N. 13th St., Franklin Edna Marie Metz, 19 Portland Ave., Oil City Carolyn E. Siar, Olean Road, Corsica Betty J. Barber, 83, of Pittsburgh Road, Harrisville, died at 8:40 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, at her residence. Born May 28, 1925, in Harrisville, she was the daughter of Maynard O. Fix and Edith R. Horton Fix. She was married April 12, 1955, to John R. Barber Jr., who preceded her in death July 31, 2007. Mrs. Barber ran Betty's Concession Stand and she co-owned Barber Tire Co. in Harrisville with her husband. She was of the Protestant faith. Mrs. Barber enjoyed bird watching, fishing and baking pies. She is survived by three sons, R. Gordon McNany of North Kingsville, Ohio, Glenn L. McNany and his wife, Audrey, of Salem, Ohio, and Ray Barber Jr. and his wife, Delores, of Vineland, N.J.; seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Dessie L. Baker and her husband, Eugene, of Harrisville; and a brother, Sherrell Fix and his wife, Mary, of Hilliards. Mrs. Barber was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and a brother. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Jamison Funeral Home, 117 N. Main St., Harrisville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. G. Kenton Shaw of Wayside Community Church in Mercer officiating. Interment will be at Findley Cemetery in Mercer Phyllis M. Cotherman, 78, of Knox, died Sunday evening, Jan. 25, 2009, at Hamot Medical Center in Erie following a short illness. Born Aug. 1, 1930, in St. Petersburg, she was a daughter of the late Harold and Margret Ketner Nevel. She was married April 30, 1951, to Robert L. Cotherman, who survives. Mrs. Cotherman enjoyed crafts, sewing, knitting and her flower beds. In addition to her husband, she is survived by seven children, Diane Wensel and her husband, Don, of Sligo, Daniel Cotherman and his wife, Dianne, of Evans City, June D. Cotherman of Knox, Albert E. Cotherman of Knox, Arnold L. Cotherman and his wife, Lori, of Emlenton, Betty I. Lander and her husband, Jeff, of Lucinda, and Tammy J. Ferringer and her husband, Jeff, of Sligo. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; three brothers, Robert Nevel, Paul Nevel and Denton Nevel; five sisters, Bernice McCoy, Helen Raybuck, Betty Davenport, Georgie Landers and Barbie Grossman; a sister-in-law, Ruby Miller and her husband, Keith; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant son, Dennis. She will be loved and missed by her family. There will be no public visitation at her request. A private burial will take place at Providence Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to Phyllis' family at www. rupertfuneralhomes.com. The William N. Rupert Mortuary Inc. of Knox is in charge of arrangements. J. Richard "Bud" Gilger, 79, of Oil City, died 12:29 a.m. Monday, Jan.26, 2009, at Physicians Regional Hospital, Naples, Fla., following a brief battle with cancer. Mr. Gilger was married to Elizabeth Breene Gilger Surviving him in death are a son, John Gilger of Hamilton, N.Y, and two daughters, Elizabeth Gilger of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Jane Gilger Miller and her husband, Chris, of Overland Park, Kan. Also surviving is his grandson, Zachary Miller of Overland Park, Kan, and a sister; Marilyn Gilger Beals and her husband, Duane, of Kyle, Texas. Hile Funeral Home Inc. in Emlenton is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.hilefh.com. A complete obituary and funeral arrangements are pending and will be published in the newspaper at a later date. George Evans Kirkpatrick Hartzell, 97, of Mequon, Wis., a former resident of the Knox area, passed away early Sunday morning, Jan. 25, 2009. Born April 11, 1911, in Buckhorn near Knox, he was the son of the late Jacob and Jennie Myers Hartzell. He was married Nov. 16, 1932, to the former Mary Louise Slater, who preceded him in death on Jan. 26, 1983. The couple lived in Day City, Clarion County, and for a short time in Clintonville. In October 1941, they bought the "Rose Dairy" farm on St. Mark's Road in Ashland Township, Clarion County. After his retirement, Mr. Hartzell loved to raise and sell sweet corn and Charolais cattle. In November 1996 he sold the farm and moved to Pittsburgh to live with his daughter, Michelle Etzel, and her husband, Steve. They later moved to California and then Wisconsin. At the age of 12, Mr. Hartzell carried water to the construction workers on the Clarion River Dam to help support his parents, brothers and sisters. He started working in underground coal mines at the age of 16. While working for Abby Mays in the early 1950s, Mr. Hartzell earned a degree as a mine foreman from Penn State. He later worked for Charles Allaman at the Frogtown Mine and then Allison Engineering. Mr. Hartzell retired from C&K Coal Co. in 1973. Mr. Hartzell loved to tell stories about his American Indian/German great-grandparents who lived in the unsettled woods of Marienville and how they helped open the trails through the forest in the mid 1800s. His grandmother, Lena Winkler Hartzell, enjoyed telling him stories of his ancestors. Mr. Hartzell was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church near Kossuth. He was a deputy game warden for 30 years, working with Don Schake, James Bower and Jack Lauery. Mr. Hartzell is survived by three daughters, Shirley Moyar of Knox, Jean Stahlman and her husband, Mervin, of Knox, and Michelle Etzel and her husband, Steve, of Wisconsin; a son, George Thomas "Tim" Hartzell and his wife, Judy, of St. Mark's Road, Knox; and a daughter-in-law, Peggy Hartzell of Chicora. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, Debra Kahle, Bonda Reddinger, Georgie Hartzell, Donna Brosius, Vickie Kaltenbauch, Gary Brosius, Timmy Hartzell, Peggy Sprankle, Christine Chambers, Bonnie Wygant, Michael Stahlman, Donald Stahlman, Matthew Etzel, Mari Etzel and Becki Etzel; three step-grandchildren, Randy Bell, Jeff Bell and Tonia Yockey; 34 great-grandchildren and 22 great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters, Eva Schaffer of Centre County and Kathleen Fox of Venus; a brother, Ivan Hartzell of New York; and three sisters-in law, Mary Slater of Oil City, Lucy Hartzell of Knox and Jessie Hartzell of Knox. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Hartzell was preceded in death by two sons, John Hartzell in January 1968 and Chester Hartzell in January 2005; two sisters, Twila Bell and Bernice Paine; three brothers, Wilfred "Mex" Hartzell, Merle "Red" Hartzell and Ross Hartzell; one grandson, Francis Hartzell; and one great-granddaughter, Brinna Hartzell. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at the David C. McEntire Funeral Home Inc., 504 East Penn St., Knox. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Pamela Mansfield, pastor of St. Mark Memorial Chapel near Kossuth, officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to St. Mark Memorial Chapel, 539 St. Mark Road, Knox, 16232. Eleanor M. McChesney, 81, of 103 North 13th St., Franklin, died at 10:10 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, at The Caring Place in Franklin. Born April 21, 1927, in Franklin, she was the daughter of William S. Phillips and Goldie E. Hepler. She was married Sept. 30, 1950, to Robert A. McChesney, who survives. Mrs. McChesney worked as a practical nurse for Polk Center. She also worked at Fairview State Hospital in California. She was a member of Victory Heights United Brethren in Christ Church. In addition to her husband, Mrs. McChesney is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. McChesney was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Paul Phillips and David Phillips; and two sisters, Dorothy and Ruth. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home Inc., 1315 Chestnut St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Steve Henry assisted by the Rev. Ray Crawford, both of Victory Heights United Brethren in Christ Church, officiating. Interment will be in Rockland Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com Edna Marie Metz, 93, formerly of 19 Portland Ave., Oil City, went to be with the Lord at 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, at the home of her nephew in Titusville. Born Jan. 12, 1916, in Oil City, she was the daughter of David R. Metz and Eleanora C. Schwab Metz. She attended Oil City schools and had worked as a telephone operator for 43 years at the old Bell Telephone Co., which later became G.T.E. in Oil City. Ms. Metz was a lifelong resident of Oil City until the last 11 months when she was cared for by her nephew, Ted Metz, and his wife, Norma, in Titusville. She was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church in Oil City and was a life member of the Telephone Pioneers Club. Ms. Metz enjoyed gardening, watching the Pittsburgh Pirates, and taking Sunday trips with her sister, Luella, and Luella's son, Howard Bowen. Ms. Metz is survived by five nephews, Ted Metz and his wife, Norma, of Titusville, Richard Metz and his wife, Joann, of Georgia, Howard Bowen of Oil City, Ernie Swartzfager and his wife, Carol, of Oil City, and Harry Swartzfager of Brookville; four nieces, Louise Horning and Jane Godfrey, both of Watertown, N.Y., Joretta Widmyer and her husband, Henry, of Franklin, and June Henshaw of Franklin; and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Ms. Metz was the last surviving member of her immediate family and was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Howard G. Metz and Orie D. Metz; and three sisters, Irene Swartzfager, Helen Young and Luella Bowen. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Hutchinson Funeral Home in Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Bruce Davis, pastor of Calvary United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Venus Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Bethel United Methodist Church on Colbert Avenue in Oil City or a charity of one's choice. Carolyn E. Siar, 59, of Olean Road, Corisca, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, at her home. Arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of the McKinney Funeral Home in Brookville A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick.

The Derrick, January 26, 2009: Patricia Ann "Pat" Eads, Sycamore Street, Oil City Robin Kay Fulkerson, Central Avenue Extension, Oil City Howard W. Hazlett, Old Route 8, Polk Arnold L. Lafferty, North East and Franklin Benedict J. (Ben) Lander, Lucinda Leslie F. "Les" McMurdy, Harrisville, formerly of Franklin Jean Louise Murray, Sligo, formerly of Monterrey Road, Rimersburg Stanley Robert Pliska, Mansfield, Conn., formerly of Oil City Patricia Ann "Pat" Eads, 60, of 1 Sycamore St., Oil City, died at 3:40 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, at Hamot Medical Center in Erie. Born Nov. 9, 1948, in Indianapolis, Ind., she was a daughter of the late Noel Washington and Willow Dean Binnion Fishburn. She married in January 1978 to Kenneth E. Eads, who survives. Mrs. Eads was a graduate of George Washington High School in Indianapolis, Ind. She loved bingo, playing cards, cooking and spending time with her family and grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Alycia Ann Trauterman and Dawn Kellie Hughes, both of Oil City; three grandchildren, Cheyenne Trauterman, Courtney Amsler and Cameron Amsler, all of Oil City; a brother, Eddie Fishburn and wife, Harriet, of Indianapolis, Ind.; three sisters, Wilma Thacker of Mooresville, Ind., Barbara Hodges and husband, Charles, of Trafalgar, Ind. and Dewana Rose and husband, Jeffrey, of Indianapolis, Ind.; a brother-in-law, Harry Eads and wife, Angela, of Danville, Ind.; several nieces and nephews; and a special friend, Pamela Whitling of Rockland. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Heckathorn Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family. Robin Kay Solinger Bard Fulkerson, 44, a resident of 905 Central Ave. Extension, Oil City, died Saturday morning, Jan. 24, 2009. Born Nov. 3, 1964, in Oil City, she was a daughter of Linda Hartsell Solinger and Larry Solinger. She was a 1982 graduate of Cranberry High School and later the J.H. Thompson Beauty School in Erie. Mrs. Fulkerson worked for Baker's Confectionery store in Oil City during her high school years and later as a veterinarian and dental assistant in Oil City. She managed the Sergeant's Temporary Employment Agency in Oil City and attended Clarion University-Venango Campus. Mrs. Fulkerson was a member of the OSB club and more recently served as tournament director for the Cranberry High School Wrestling Club. She and her husband, David, and family hosted a foreign exchange student from Lithuania in 2000. She was involved with her son Kyle's racing career through Hetrick Racing in Oil City, where he had won national awards in 2008. Mrs. Fulkerson was especially proud of Casey for his educational accomplishment and ability to "make your day a brighter one." She also enjoyed attending Jenna's music and dance programs. Surviving are her parents, Linda Solinger of Oil City and Larry Solinger and wife, Sandra, of Erie; her husband, David Fulkerson; two sons, Casey Ray Bard of Edinboro and Kyle Scott Bard of Oil City; a step-daughter, Jenna Fulkerson of Oil City; a half-sister, Nicole Ross of Erie; a sister, Kimberly Huegel of Oil City; two brothers, Mark Solinger of Clintonville and Jeffrey Solinger of Bumpass, Va.; her mother and father-in-law, Dave and Lynda Fulkerson; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. Mrs. Fulkerson was preceded in death by her grandparents, Alfred and Dorothy Solinger and Fritz and Lucille Hartsell. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Howard Gaston, pastor of Second Presbyterian Church, officiating. Entombment will be held in the Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to the family to help with expenses. Howard W. Hazlett, 82, of 3583 Old Route 8, Polk, died at 7:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, at his residence. Born Feb. 20, 1926, in Franklin, he was a son of the late Calvin Eugene Hazlett and Mary Magdeline Barnicle. He was married Dec. 18, 1945, to Pauline Collingwood, who preceded him in death. Mr. Hazlett worked as an electrician for CPT until his retirement in 1982. He was a member of The Potter's House and enjoyed bee keeping, archery, fishing and hunting. He lived most his life in Victory Heights until three years ago and enjoyed being around his family and dog, Niki. Mr. Hazlett is survived by four sons, Calvin W. Hazlett and wife, Jocye, of Franklin, David C. Hazlett and wife, Charlene, of Polk, Robert J. Hazlett and wife, Mary, of Franklin and Douglas K. Hazlett of Franklin; two daughters, Judy A. Ream and husband, Robert, of Polk and Diana E. Bean of Franklin; a sister, Charlotte Woods and husband, Gerry, of Franklin; a brother, Francis Benjamin Hazlett of Polk; 12 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Hazlett was preceded in death by a son, Richard Hazlett; a brother, Kenneth James Hazlett; and four sisters, Virginia Wagner, Janet Pierce, Dorothy Tingley and Marilyn Hazlett. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Gardinier Funeral Home in Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Gary Bailey, pastor for the Cornerstone Church in Hyde, officiating. Interment will be in the Graham Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Kirtland Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 108 in Franklin or the VNA Foundation, 491 Allegheny Boulevard in Franklin. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.gardinierfuneralhome.com. Arnold L. Lafferty, 65, of North East and Franklin, died Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born Jan. 16, 1944, in Erie, he was a son of the late Arnold S. and Lillian Chapman Lafferty. Mr. Lafferty served in the U.S. Army and was formerly employed as a machinist at Electric Material in North East for several years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in North East and currently attended the Brethern Baptist Church in Franklin. Mr. Lafferty was involved with the Boy Scouts of America and enjoyed volunteering. He is survived by two daughters, Theresa Zuendel and husband, Gary, of North East and Danielle Lafferty of Franklin; a son, Kenneth Lafferty and wife, Lisa, of North East; a brother, Kenneth Lafferty and wife, Denise, of North East; and two sisters, Darlene Greene and husband, William, of North East and Patricia Arlington and husband, Dale, of Erie. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Kathleen, Alyssa, Madison, Devon, Lillian, Ashley and Danielle. Mr. Lafferty was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Lafferty, and a sister, Bonnie Bahm. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the William D. Elkin Funeral Home, 65 South Lake Street, North East. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Interment will be held in the St. Gregory Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the family in care of the funeral home. Benedict J. "Ben" Lander, 87, of Lucinda, died Saturday night, Jan. 24, 2009, at Clarion Hospital. Born Oct. 29, 1921, in Lucinda, he was the son of the late Henry A. and M. Irene Engel Lander. He was married Oct. 7, 1948, to the C. Rita Dechant, who preceded him in death on Oct. 3, 1993. Mr. Lander served in the U.S. Army Air Corp as a medic in the Pacific Theatre. He was self-employed as a carpenter in the Lucinda area until his retirement. He was a member of St. Joseph Church in Lucinda, St. Joseph Men's Society and the American Legion in Clarion. He enjoyed hunting, gardening, working in his sawmill, playing cards and spending time with his family. Mr. Lander is survived by 10 children, George Lander and wife, Marie, of Edinboro, Diann Sporer and husband, Charles, of Venus, Alfred Lander and wife, Janet, of Lucinda, Mary Lou Sporer and husband, John, of Marble, Marie Fletcher and husband, Kim, of Shippenville, Ruth Rhea and husband, Bruce, of Sanford, Fla., Susan Mealy and husband, Greg, of Lucinda, Dorothy Allio and husband, Francis, of Tylersburg, Alice Stewart and husband, Mark, of Kossuth and Virginia Miklaszewski and husband, Anthony, of Plainville, Mass. He is also survived by two brothers, Pete Lander and wife, Ardelle and Steve Lander and wife, Betty, all of Lucinda; 30 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and his dog, Jack. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Lander was preceded in death by a brother, Ed; two sisters, Evelyn Hoover and Edith Akin; and a grandson, Nicholas Fletcher. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Borland Funeral Home, Inc. in Leeper. A Mass of Christian Burial Celebrating Life will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Church in Lucinda with the Rev. William C. Miller, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the St. Joseph School in Lucinda. Leslie F. "Les" McMurdy, 64, a resident of Harrisville, formerly of Franklin, died at 6:10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, at the residence of his brother in Harrisville, where he resided for the past six months. Born Aug. 18, 1944, in Belleview, he was a son of the late Robert W. McMurdy and Roberta F. (Weeter) McMurdy. Mr. McMurdy served in the U.S. Air Force from 1962 to 1970 as a sergeant first class lineman. He fought in the Vietnam War, serving two tours of duty, and receiving the Meritorious Service Award. He was a 1962 graduate of Rocky Grove High School and worked with his brother, the owner of McMurdy Excavating of Harrisville, as a heavy equipment operator for 35 years. He was Protestant in faith. Mr. McMurdy was a former member of the Harrisville Deer Hunters' Association and a life member of the American Trap Association. He is survived by a daughter, Bethany Alice McMurdy of Polk; his first ex-wife, Charlene Woolstrum of Grove City, who helped care for him over the past year; two sisters, Patricia Hughes and husband, Walter, of Elbridge, N.Y. and Joelyn Yurchisin of Bowling Green, Ky.; and three brothers, Jerry A. McMurdy and wife, Alice, of Harrsiville, the Rev. Paul D. McMurdy and wife, Cheryl, of Lancaster and Frederick R. McMurdy and wife, Nina, of Texas. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Sheriden McMurdy. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Jamison Funeral Home, 117 North Main St., Harrisville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Funeral Home with the Rev. Paul D. McMurdy, brother and retired minister, officiating. Interment will follow at the Harmony Cemetery in Harrisville. Memorial contributions may be made the Harrisville Deer Hunters' Association, Eau Claire Road, Harrisville, 16038. Jean Louise Murray, 88, a resident of Clarview Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center, Sligo, formerly of Monterrey Road, Rimersburg, passed away at 3:57 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, following a period of failing health. Born April 17, 1920, in East Brady, she was a daughter of the late Ross Wiles and Mae Forringer Wiles. She was married Nov. 2, 1934, in Cumberland, Md., to Masson E. Murray, who preceded her in death on June 20, 2006. Mrs. Murray was a longtime member of the Rimersburg United Methodist Church and operated Jeans Beauty Shop from her home for 25 years. A self-taught musician, she appeared several times on Kittanning's radio station in the 1950s, playing the organ and yodeling. In addition, she played the guitar and accompanied the Adams Sisters, a local vocal group at that time. Mrs. Murray also enjoyed crocheting baby booties, knitting and baking and decorating wedding cakes. She is survived by two daughters, Shirley A. Dunkle and husband, William L., of Homosassa, Fla. and Catherine M. Lerch and husband, Henry Grant, of Punta Gorda, Fla.; a daughter-in-law, Patricia Murray of New Bethlehem; four grandchildren, Christine J. Lerch of Port Charlotte, Fla., Kevin G. Lerch of North Port, Fla., Tim Murray and wife, Jenna, of New Bethlehem and Jodi Reed and husband, David, of New Bethlehem; and a great-grandson, David Grant Lerch of Port Charlotte, Fla. She is also survived by two brothers, Walter Wiles and wife, June and Vern Wiles, all of East Brady; seven sisters, Marguerite Heginbotham of East Brady, Rosie Young of East Brady, Julia Simpson and husband, Eugene, of Sligo, Virginia Delano and husband, James, of Somerset, Eileen Wissinger and husband, Earl, of Kittanning, Genevieve Zellers and Susie Wiles, both of East Brady; and a number of nieces. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sons, Ray Murray in 1935 and Clair Murray in 2004; a daughter, Ruby Murray in 1936; and three grandsons, Michael Dunkle in 1982, David Dunkle in 1983 and Brian Dunkle in 1985. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg. Friends may also call from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Rimersburg United Methodist Church. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the church with the Rev. Brock R. Beveridge officiating. Interment will be held in the Rimersburg Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Rimersburg United Methodist Church, Rimersburg, 16248 or to the VNA Hospice, Knox, 16232. Stanley Robert Pliska, 91, professor emeritus at Old Dominion University, passed away peacefully Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, in Mansfield, Conn. Born in Franklin, he lived most his life in Oil City. He was married to his beloved wife Winifred (Medygro) Pliska, who preceded him in death on Oct. 11, 1992. Mr. Pliska served during World War II with the Air Corps in the Southwest Pacific and then after the war with USAFR, retired as a lieutenant colonel. He attended and received degrees from Penn State, Oberlin College and obtained a doctor of education degree from Columbia University. >From 1946 to 1987 he was on the faculty of Old Dominion, serving in turn as professor of history, chairman of the Social Studies Department and for 20 years was dean of the School of General Studies. For 30 years he was also a guest lecturer at the Arms Forces Staff College. During his active years, he was a member of several professional societies related to his profession and served as a parishioner with St. Jude in Willington In Norfolk, Conn., he was past president of the Northside Norfolk Rotary Club, an honorary member of the ODU Alumni Association, and a member of the Faculty Emeriti Association, American Association of University Professors, Polish American Society of Tidewater and Town and Gown. When he moved to Connecticut, he was active with the Willimantic Rotary Club, recording club history and lecturing. Mr. Pliska graced all he met with his southern charm, quick wit, and endless jokes and anecdotes. He will be missed by all those who had the pleasure of having him in their lives. He is survived by two sisters, Ann Pudelkiewicz of Willington, Conn., and Mildred Parks of Vernon Conn.; a niece, Ann Phillips and husband, Roger, and their daughters, Kelly and Kasey, of Ashford, Conn.; a nephew, John Pudelkiewicz and wife, Irene "Rini," and their son, Tommy, of Tolland, Conn.; a niece, Judy (Zimoski) Kozek and husband, Robert, of Grove City, Ohio; a nephew, Edward Zimoski and wife, Kathy, of Virginia, a cousin, Irene Meyers of Oil City; and numerous other family members. There will be visitation. Funeral services will he held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Philip The Apostle Church, Route 44 in Ashford, Conn. Internment will be held in Calvary Cemetery in Oil City. A committal service will be held in the mausoleum at Calvary Cemetery later this week. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to St. Philip The Apostle Church, P.O. Box 429, Ashford, Conn., 06278, or to the Willimantic Rotary Club, P.O. Box 104, Willimantic, Conn., 06226. Online condolences may be sent to www.potterfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Potter Funeral Home in Willimantic, Conn. and the Reinsel Funeral Home in Oil City.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ronaldmetz1945 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/199.3.1.2.1.2.1.1.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: That is Carrie Jane Miller. Her wedding to Norman Oscar Bish about 1910. Carrie is Olive's sister. Just to be sure the Mary, Suzie Carrie pictures ---last maiden names were MILLER, their father was John Albert Miller. 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: ronaldmetz1945 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/199.3.1.2.1.2.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Karen, nothing has come thru. On my e-mail address did you enter and "UNDERSCORE" between ron & metz? ron_metz@comcast.net Thanks. Cannot wait to see the photo. 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: ronaldmetz1945 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/199.3.1.2.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Karen left to right are Mary, Suzie, Carrie. The pic with two women is Carrie in front and Mary in background. 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: ronaldmetz1945 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/199.3.1.2.1.2.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Karen Sorry. No photos have come thru. The three ladies together are Olives sisters Mary, Suzie and Carrie The website does not seem to allow my descriptions to come thru. 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: KarenMoon51 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/199.3.1.2.1.2.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Everything is fine. I did .com instead of .net and sent the pictures. You should have received them already. Yes I got the pictures . I had the one which i thought was a wedding picture. Who are the 3 ladies together, their names? And the older Wedding picture, names. Loved them all and thank you. I sent a long email but it returned but things are ok now. I dont have wedding pic of Olive Miller. I meant Martha and John Millers wedding pic. 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: ronaldmetz1945 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/199.3.1.2.1.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Karen Did you receive the photos that I uploaded? Hope so. If not please give me and e-mail address and I will send them direct. My e-mail is ron_metz@comcast.net Thanks Karen Regards Ron Metz 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: KarenMoon51 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/199.3.1.2.1.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I tried to send you pictures and your email didnt work. Please email me so I can send them to you. smooth at zbzoom dot net Karen 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.

Who were Norman's parents? Only Norman I have is son of Reed Bish and he would be too youg to be married in 1909. Thanks in Advance, Mary from OH On Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:14:51 -0500, Lori Terwilliger wrote > Ron, > > Carrie and Norman Oscar Bish were married 15 Mar 1909 in Clarion County. I > don't have their marriage certificate, but a Bish descendant told me. The > Bish's are Bowersox and Stahlman descendants. > > Lori Terwilliger > Bowling Green Ohio > > BEERS, BOWERSOX, GULNAC, HUMPHREY, MOODY, MYERS, POTTER, SHARP, SHOUP, > STAHLMAN, TERWILLIGER > > Genealogy without documentation is nothing. > > ------------------------------- > 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 message has been scanned for viruses and > dangerous content by N2Net Mailshield, and is > believed to be clean. -- Open WebMail Project (http://openwebmail.org)