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.

The Derrick, January 24, 2009: Dr. David R. Byers, 63, of 207 Summers Drive, Lancaster, passed away Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Columbia, Dr. Byers was the son of Elsie McKain Byers of Marietta and the late Martin Byers. He was the husband of Constance "Connie" Wingert Byers, with whom he had celebrated 40 years of marriage Aug. 24, 2008. Dr. Byers was a retired physician and had been working at Manheim Auto Auction. He attended First Assembly of God Church in Lancaster. Dr. Byers had been an Eagle Scout and very much enjoyed the outdoors, particularly hiking and swimming. He had served for more than 20 years in the U.S. Army Reserves, serving active duty as a field surgeon during Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm. He retired as a lieutenant colonel. In addition to his wife and mother, Dr. Byers is survived by two children, Craig Byers and his wife, Laura, of Knox, and Kristen Roberson and her husband, Edward, of Sharon; seven grandchildren; and one brother, Charles Byers of Lancaster. Friends will be received from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at First Assembly of God Church, 1025 Columbia Ave., Lancaster. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with the Rev. Kris Newman officiating. Interment will be in Marietta Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Dr. Byers' memory to the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, 17603. Arrangements are being handled by the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home in Lancaster. To send an online condolence, visit www.snyderfuneralhome.com

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/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Karen I was talking with my aunt Bernice (Necie). She remembers going to the "Lucas's" when she was younger. I do not know which Lucas. She remembered there were a lot of steps or stairs. Necie was born in 1931 (daughter of Carrie) so she is an alert 78 now....and the only surviving child of Carrie. She also recals when she was young that a brother of Olive and Carrie - "Charles" would visit. She recalls that he was always drunk and wanted her to sit on his knee. She says he was found dead along side the road somewhere. 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/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Karen Hope this is not repetitious but my message locked disappeared. Here goes again WITH PHOTOS. Olive's yougest sister Carrie was my grandmother who died in 1989 at 96. I am attaching photos of her other sisters MARY and SUZIE, Also I have dozens of photos of Carrie starting with her wedding photo at age 15 to Norman Oscar Bish. I have an original charcoal drawing of JOHN A MILLER probably done about 1870(not sure). I have made a copy which is available and attached. Also have a copy of his civl war citation from 1861-64 that was presented to the family in 1906. I would LOVE a copy of the wedding photo. I do not have any photos of OLIVE Can you attach and send them or is it uploaded somewhere? The photo I have of Martha and John appears to have been super imposed so that they are in the same photo. It is from a different timeframe than the charcoal sketch. I also have a photo that is believed to be John, much later in life If you would like other photos of Carrie-again, I have dozens. Carrie Married Norman Oscar Bish 1910, they had several children and I have photos of all of them. One was my mother MILDRED BISH who married CHARLES METZ and thus here I am. Karen, thanks 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.

The Derrick, January 23, 2009: William Deal, 219 Egbert St., Franklin Kirk S. Henery, Kerr Avenue, Emlenton Harry C. Riddlebaugh Jr., Vowinckel Elinor E. Small, Tionesta Benjamin J. Stiller Jr., 39 W. Fourth St., Oil City Roy Blair Wineberg, Widnoon Vergie M. Young, 400 Broad St., New Bethlehem Getting it right - Constance "Connie" Davis William Deal, 85, of 219 Egbert St., Franklin, died at 9:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at his residence, with his wife and daughter at his side. Born Nov. 11, 1923, in Stoneboro, he was the son of the late George Deal and Marie McQuiston. Mr. Deal was married Dec. 11, 1944, to Thelma I. Smith. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Mr. Deal worked predominantly for Shreckengost Construction as a union carpenter. He was a member and past governor of the Moose Club, a member and past commander of VFW Post 1835, and a member of the Eagles Club. Mr. Deal's hobbies included fishing, hunting, woodworking, and spoiling his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife of 65 years, Mr. Deal is survived by four children, Robert Allen Deal of Franklin, George Albert Deal and his wife, Barbara, of Richmond, Va., Billie Lee McMichael and her husband, John, of Galveston, Texas, and Phyllis Jane Deal Moorhouse of Franklin; 13 grandchildren, Robert Allen Deal Jr of Franklin, Tambra Lynn Karns and her husband, David, of Galveston, Texas, William Henry Deal and his wife, Shannon, of Franklin, Susan Marie Moorhouse Kern and her husband, Scott, of Guam, Tomi Rea Moorhouse Williams and her husband, David, of Diamond, Ohio, Terri Jo McMichael of Meadville, Rhonda Montgomery and her husband, Rob, of Titusville, Brian Deal of Beaver, George Deal and his wife, Courtney, of Richmond, Va., Laura Deal of Atlanta, Ga., Ann Deal of Richmond, Va., and Barbara McMichael and John McMichael, both of Galveston, Texas; and 29 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Mr. Deal was preceded in death by four brothers, Raymond Deal, Nicholas Deal, Lawrence Deal and George Deal; six sisters, Mabel Zavotney, Katherine Deal, Leona Keilmeir, Francis Keilmeir, Edith Lindsey and Mary Deal; one daughter, Barbara Ann Deal; one daughter-in-law, Nancy Deal; and one son-in-law, Richard Mason. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, at the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home Inc., 1315 Chestnut St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home with the Rev. Jo Pottle of Calvary Baptist Church officiating. Interment will take place at 10 a.m. Monday at Franklin Cemetery, where full military honors will be accorded by the VETS Honor Guard. The family suggests memorials be made to the VETS Honor Guard, 288 Pioneer Road, Franklin; or the Visiting Nurses Association, 491 Allegheny Blvd., Franklin. Kirk S. Henery, 39, of Kerr Avenue, Emlenton, died at 5:18 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at his residence after battling an extended illness. Kirk was born in Franklin on Sept. 11, 1969. He was the son of Patricia Hassler Henery of Emlenton and the late Kay S. Henery. Kirk attended Allegheny-Clarion Valley High School. He was of the Methodist faith and worked most of his life as a heavy equipment operator. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling and spending time with his family and friends, who heard Kirk say many times, "It's all good." In addition to his mother, Kirk is survived by two sons, Tyler and Landon; one sister, Marcy Campbell and her husband, Jay, of Emlenton; one brother, Dougie Henery of Polk; two nieces, Jessica Campbell and her friend, Ben Bobbert, who was also Kirk's caretaker, and Samantha Campbell of Emlenton; and a number of aunts, uncles and cousins. In addition to his father, Kirk was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Lois and Raldon Hassler; and his paternal grandparents, Charles and Elizabeth Henery. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Hile Funeral Home Inc. in Emlenton. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Sue Evans, a VNA Hospice pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at Crawford Memorial Cemetery, Emlenton. Memorials may be made to the VNA Foundation, 491 Allegheny Blvd., Franklin, 16323. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.hilefh.com Harry C. Riddlebaugh Jr., 62, of Vowinckel, formerly of Pittsburgh, died early Wednesday morning, Jan. 21, 2009, at his home. Born Dec. 9, 1946, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Harry Riddlebaugh Sr. and Viola Gault Riddlebaugh. He married the former Joni L. Cutshall on Oct. 16, 1997, and she survives. Mr. Riddlebaugh was retired from Consumers Produce in the Strip District of Pittsburgh. He loved retirement in the Cook Forest area and was an avid golfer. In addition to his wife, Mr. Riddlebaugh is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Dr. Kimberly M. (Riddlebaugh) and David Hritz of Clairton; two brothers, Thomas Riddlebaugh of Penn Hills and Timothy Riddlebaugh of Alamagordo, N.M.; and a sister, Susan Damien of North Royalton, Ohio. He is also survived by a number of nieces and nephews and many friends, including special friends Chuckles, Bernie, Tony, Ronnie and Mark. He is also survived by his beloved pets, Doodlebug, Dinky, Wyatt, Butthead and Dixiebelle. Mr. Riddlebaugh was preceded in death by his parents. The Borland Funeral Home Inc. in Leeper is in charge of arrangements, and there will be no visitation. A memorial picnic will be held this summer to celebrate Mr. Riddlebaugh's life. The family suggests donations be made to the Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice, P.O. Box 668, Knox, 16232. Elinor E. Small, 86, of Tionesta, died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at Clarion Hospital. Born Jan. 16, 1923, in the Nebraska area of Forest County, she was the daughter of Edgar K. Small and Inez Weaver Small. She served her country during World War II in the Women's Marine Corps. She is survived by a brother, Edgar C. Small of Tionesta; a sister, Phyllis A. Small of Tionesta; and two nephews, Keith Small of Washington County and Blaine Small of Tionesta. Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. today at the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home in Tionesta. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. today at the funeral home with the Rev. Joanne C. Mlakar, pastor of the Word of Grace Full Gospel Church of Tionesta, officiating. Interment will be at Mt. Collins Cemetery in Tionesta. Benjamin J. Stiller Jr, 82, of 39 W. Fourth St., Oil City, died at 11:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born July 4, 1926, in Oil City, he was a son of the late Benjamin J. Stiller Sr. and Ellen Kirchner Stiller. Mr. Stiller retired from the U.S. Air Force with 25 years of service. Among his various awards and medals were the Army Commendation Medal, USAF Commendation Medal, World War II Victory Medal and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. He was a member of St. Stephen Church in Oil City and the American Legion. Surviving are a brother, Richard Stiller and his wife, Trudy, of Oil City, a sister-in-law, Peggy Bucholz and her husband, Gus, of Orchard Park, N.Y.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Also surviving is his godchild, Jennifer Wagner of Oil City. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Victor and Paul; and two sisters, Marietta Wagner and Julia Roddy. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Stephen Church in Oil City. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial be made to the St. Stephen Second Century Fund. Roy Blair Wineberg, 90, of Widnoon, died early Thursday morning, Jan. 22, 2009, at Armstrong County Memorial Hospital in Kittanning. Born Jan. 20, 1919, in Widnoon, he was the son of Henry "Clay" Wineberg and Elma Moose Wineberg. He married the former Emma Jane Hopper on April 10, 1941, in Putneyville, and she died Nov. 12, 2005. Mr. Wineberg was a teacher with the Ford City, Redbank Valley and Armstrong school districts, and he retired in 1981. He was a 1935 graduate of Kittanning High School and a 1939 graduate of Grove City College. Mr. Wineberg was a lifelong member of Widnoon Methodist Church, where at one time he was a Sunday School teacher. He was a member of the Retired Teachers Association. Mr. Wineberg enjoyed gardening, woodworking and working on his farm in Widnoon, but his greatest love was his family and friends. He is survived by two sons, Vernon Wineberg of Templeton and Berton Wineberg and his wife, Ruth Ann, also of Templeton; two daughters, Linda Hilliard and her husband, Ivan, of Widnoon, and Penny Dill and her husband, Bob, of Templeton; and one brother, Marlin Wineberg of Wheatbridge, Colo. Also surviving are six grandchildren, Michael Hilliard of Widnoon, Julie Hilliard of Kittanning, Laurie Crow of Pittsburgh, Edwin Wineberg of Yatesboro, Shanelle Dill of Plum and Andrew Dill of Monroeville; five great-grandchildren, Veronica and Elizabeth Crow, Nathan Hilliard, Acelynn Zimmerman and Rilynn Dill; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Wineberg. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Bish Memorial Funeral Home, 206 South St., New Bethlehem. Friends will also be received from 1 to 2 p.m. Sunday at Widnoon Methodist Church, where funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday. Officiating will be the Rev. Jay Schwinberg and the Rev. Roger Smith. Interment will be in Kellersburg Methodist Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Widnoon Methodist Church, Madison Road, Widnoon, 16261. Vergie M. Young, 80, of 400 Broad St., New Bethlehem, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at the Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center near Sligo. Born Dec. 7, 1928, in Redbank Township, Clarion County, she was the daughter of Curtis Evans and Dorothy Pearl Bish Evans. Both parents preceded her in death. She married Russell E. Young on May 13, 1950, and he survives. Mrs. Young was a housekeeper and also worked at various restaurants in the area. She is survived by two sons, Russell E. Young Jr. of Seneca and Charles Young of New Bethlehem; one sister, Betty Emahizer of Aliquippa; and one brother, Robert O. Evans of New Bethlehem. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Ruby White. Arrangements are under the direction of the Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn, and there will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, at Oak Ridge United Methodist Church. Officiating will be the Rev. Roger Overmyer and the Rev. Randy Evans, the Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice chaplain. Interment will be in Mount Zion Cemetery in Mahoning Township, Armstrong County. Getting it right - Constance "Connie" Davis Constance "Connie" Davis, 71, of 1028 W. Second St., Oil City, died at 7:52 a.m. Friday, Dec. 5, 2008, at DuBois Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Preceding her in death were her stepson, Tom Davis, and his wife, Karen.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: KarenMoon51 Surnames: Miller/Lucas/Neiswonger/Nolf/Silvis Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/199.3.1.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Carries sister was Olive Marie Miller and married Harry Lucas 1904 in Truittsburg, Clarion County. They moved to Colliers, West Virginia and had my father Raymond Harry Lucas 1914. Then they moved to Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania after the 1920 census was taken. I have the marriage photo of John Miller and Martha Jane Neiswonger. Do you have another photo of them? We acquired some Civil War records for John Miller. His injuries during the war. He drank alot and would blow away his pension money right after he got it so most of the records contain court hearings of Martha pleading with the judge for access to the pension before John gets it and spends it all. The kids were put in homes off and on because she could not afford to keep them. Maybe you heard all this from someone else. They had Miller reunions but I dont have pictures of any of the Miller girls. I have only one of my own grandmother Olive because she died young (1935) at age 50. Karen 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.

The Derrick, January 22, 2009: Kirk S. Henery, Emlenton Christina J. Ritchey Lingbeck, Hickory Grove, S.C. formerly of Franklin Robert J. "Bob" Mauersberg, Jefferson Manor, Brookville Marguerite R. Williams, 314 Fox St., Franklin Getting it right - Dixie L. Clark Kirk S. Henery, 39, of Emlenton, died late Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 21, 2009, at his residence following a lengthy illness. Arrangements are being handled by the Hile Funeral Home in Emlenton. A complete obituary will be published Friday in The Derrick. Christina J. Ritchey Lingbeck, 61, of Hickory Grove, S.C., formerly of Franklin, died Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, in her home of a heart attack. Born Oct. 28, 1947, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Joan Ritchey, who survives in Hickory Grove, S.C. Ms. Lingbeck is survived by her brother, William Ritchey of Michigan; and her sister, Toni Romigh of Pittsburgh. She is also survived by four children, Laura Wallace and her husband, Steve, of York, S.C., Lisa Krizon of Franklin, LeeAnn Williams and her husband, Luke, of High Point, N.C., and Lizabeth Leslie and her husband, Matt, of Santee, S.C. Ms. Lingbeck is also survived by eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her father, William Ritchey, on Dec. 25, 2003; and a sister, Dawn Ludlow, on Dec. 26, 2008. Robert J. "Bob" Mauersberg, 82, of Jefferson Manor in Brookville and formerly of 8878 Fisher Road, Sigel, died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at the Clarion Hospital. Born Oct. 6, 1926, in Sigel, he was the son of William Frederick Mauersberg and Hazel Songer Mauersberg. He was married Jan. 1, 1955, in Brookville, to the former Alice M. Callender, who preceded him in death on Sept. 30, 1999. Mr. Mauersberg worked as an industrial arts teacher at North Clarion High School and retired from Mauersberg Coal Co. in 1978. He was also a graduate of California Teachers College in California. He was a member of St. Dominic Church in Sigel. Mr. Mauersberg previously operated Tri-County Speedway in Venango County. He enjoys hunting, fishing and traveling. Mr. Mauersberg is survived by two sons, John R. Mauersberg and William M. Mauersberg and his close friend, Deborah Bonner; all of Sigel. He is survived by four brothers, Frederick Mauersberg and his wife, Catherine, of Owega, N.Y., Walter Mauersberg and his wife, Patricia, of Pittsburgh, Arnold Mauersberg and his wife, Carol, of Warren, and Richard Mauersberg and his wife, Carol, of Brookville; two sisters, Louise Hudak of Fombell and Mary Bauer and her husband, Joseph, of Warren; and numerous nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. Mr. Mauersberg was preceded in death by his parents, wife, two brothers, Kenneth Mauersberg and Gerald Mauersberg, and a sister, Jean Otto. Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Friday at the McKinney Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Brookville. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Dominic Church in Sigel with the Rev. Joseph Staszewski officiating. Interment will be at Saint Eusebius Cemetery, East Brady. Memorial may be made to a charity of one's choice. Marguerite R. Williams, 80, of 314 Fox St., Franklin, died at 1:25 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at Sugar Creek Station. Born Aug. 26, 1928, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Raymond C. Williams and Bessie Jolley Williams. Ms. Williams graduated in 1947 from Rocky Grove High School. She also graduated from Spencer Hospital Nursing School and Clarion State College with a degree in nursing in 1985. Ms. Williams was a registered nurse at Polk Center for 33 years before retiring. She was a member of Rocky Grove Avenue Presbyterian Church, Minnie Rebekah Lodge, AARP and Civic Club. Ms. Williams is survived by two nieces, Joyce Zimmerman of Oil City and Cynthia Barr of Franklin; and several great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Elizabeth Jane Williams in infancy, Miriam Soles and Lona Williams. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Marc de Jeu, pastor of Rocky Grove Avenue Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent at www.huffchapel.com. Getting it right - Dixie L. Clark Dixie L. Clark, 65, formerly of 423 Two Mile Run Road, Franklin, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at Bert Fish Hospital in New Smyrna Beach, Fla., surrounded by her loving family. Among her survivors are four grandchildren, Kristi Clark of Franklin, Ashley Perry of Oil City, Nicholas Clark of Oil City and D.J. Clark of Oil City.

The Derrick, January 21, 2009: Dixie L. Clark, formerly of 423 Two Mile Run Road, Franklin Marvin W. "Mouse" Keener, 341 Troy Center Road, Titusville Douglas S. McCool, 341 Spruce St., Strattanville Pauline C. Rembold, Route 322, Cranberry Raymond Park Richards, 10 Federal St., Brookville Emma "Betty" Elizabeth Walter, Sligo native Dixie L. Clark, 65, formerly of 423 Two Mile Run Road, Franklin, passed away unexpectedly Saturday Jan. 17, 2009, at Bert Fish Hospital in New Smyrna Beach, Fla., surrounded by her loving family. Born Oct. 21, 1943, in Franklin, Mrs. Clark was the daughter of the late Richard B. Wolfe and Mary L. Engles. She was married Sept. 5, 1959, to Wayne H. Clark Jr, who survives. Mrs. Clark worked as a manager at Swelbles Bakery. She was a life member of the Venango County Coon and Fox Club where she was actively involved in organizing numerous events including bluegrass festivals. Mrs. Clark was also a member of the Quail Hollow Social club in New Smyrna Beach, Fla. , where she recently became president and organized numerous parties and events. She enjoyed taking casino trips with her husband, crocheting, crafting, redecorating her houses, spending her winters in Florida and she especially enjoyed spending time with her family. Mrs. Clark was also an avid Steelers fan. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Clark is also survived by a daughter, Brenda O'Neil and her husband, William, of Polk; and two sons, Duane Clark and Curtis Clark, and his wife, Kristie; all of Franklin. Also survivng are 15 grandchildren, Heather Winger, Hope O'Neil and Hannah O'Neil, all of Polk; Heidi Pyle, Austin Clark, Curtis Clark, Bailey Clark, Dylan Clark, Krsiti Clark, Misti Clark and Tiffani Clark, all of Franklin; and Brittany Romero of North Carolina; and eight great-grandchildren with two more expected soon this year. Surviving in addition are three sisters; Joyce Fellner of Harrisville, Wanda Semple, and her husband, William, of Harrisville, and Cindy Hammer of Texas; three brothers, Andrew Engles of Harrisville, Stephen Engles and his wife, Linda, of Clintonville, and James Wolfe and his wife, Nancy, of Seneca; her mother-in-law, June Clark of Franklin, and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Heath O'Neil, a sister, Mary Fife, and her stepfather, Nicholas Deal. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. 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. Paul Baker, of Franklin Pilgrim Holiness Church, officiating. Interment will be in Franklin. Memorials can be sent to the American Cancer Society, 10 West Front St., in Oil City. Online condolences may be sent at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com Marvin "Mouse" W. Keener, 61, of 341 Troy Center Road, Titusville, died at 10:26 a.m. Monday Jan. 19, 2009, at Titusville Hospital. Born April 3, 1947, in Franklin, he was the son of the late James C. Keener and Dora H. Morrison. He was married July 12, 1969, to Agnes M. Heffern, who survives. Mr. Keener was a veteran of the U.S. Army Reserves, and was retired after 30 years as a mechanic at Joy Manufacturing. Mr. Keener was a member of Diamond United Methodist Church and of the Chapmanville VFD, where he was the assistant chief for several years and treasurer for several terms. He enjoyed his family, NASCAR, watching dirt track racing, hunting, the Pittsburgh Steelers, his John Deere Tractor, and was a fan of Darrell Bossard #22B. Mr. Keener also enjoyed his friends at Donovan-Bauer Auto Group and going to the casinos. In addition to his wife, Mr. Keener is survived by four children; Kevin C. Keener and his wife, Vera, of Oil City, Keith M. Keener and his wife, Racheal, of Cooperstown, Kimberly Keener of Titusville, and Keller Keener, of Titusville, and her special friend, Jeremiah Haugh, of Oil City; two grandchildren, Justin Grove and Kayne Denny, both of Oil City; a sister, Marilyn Sherman and her husband, Danny, of Wattsburg; five brothers, Donald O. Keener of Ridgeway, Melvin "Turtle" E. Keener and his wife, Diane, of Chapmanville, Jimmie E. Keener and his wife, Sandy, of Franklin David L. Keener of Franklin, and Clarence "Ike" Keener of Franklin. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Keener is preceded in death by his step-father, John H. Vogan, and two brothers, James C. Keener Jr. and Richard G. "Dick" Keener. Visitation will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, at the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc., 1315 Chestnut St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev Stephen Tiffany of Diamond United Methodist Church officiating. Memorials can be made to Champmanville VFD, c/o Scott Baker, Treasurer, 206 Noel Road, Titusville. Online Condolences may be sent at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com Douglas S. McCool, 41, of 341 Spruce Street, Strattanville, died Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, at Clarion Hospital. Born June 5, 1967, in Brookville, he is the son of the late Joseph R. McCool and Margaret Whiteman McCool, who survives in Sigel. He was married Oct. 28, 2000, in Lucinda, to the former Dawn M. Smith, who survives. Mr. McCool worked as an LPN at the McKinley Health Center in Brookville and UPMC Northwest in Seneca. He enjoyed hunting and spending time outdoors, arts, crafts, music and computers. In addition to his mother and wife, Mr. McCool is survived by numerous nieces and nephews; three sisters, Kathleen "Kitty" Motter and her husband, Dale, of Sigel, Jeannine "Nene" Burkett and her husband, Clarence, of Sigel and Marlene Lenhart and her husband, Tim, of Knox. In addition to his father, Mr. McCool was preceded in death by a nephew, Cody Burkett, and numerous aunts and uncles. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at McKinney Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Brookville. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. William P. Saxman officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Tabor Cemetery, Eldred Township, Jefferson County. Memorial donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation of Western PA, 700 5th Ave., 4th Floor, Pittsburgh, 15219, or to the Renal Care Center, 800 Center, Clarion, 16214. Pauline C. Rembold, 89, of 7204 US Route 322, Cranberry, died at 12:54 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born Dec. 6, 1919, in Summerville, she was a daughter of the late Frank Everett and Mary Young Carnes. Mrs. Rembold had worked as a nurse's aide at the Oil City Hospital and was a homemaker. She was a member of the Cranberry United Methodist Church. Mrs. Rembold enjoyed visits from her grandchildren, quilting, building and refinishing furniture with her husband, and was a former bowler. She was married Jan. 11, 1940, to Edward James Rembold, who preceded her in death on Nov. 6, 1994. Mrs. Rembold is survived by three sons, Gary E. Rembold and his wife, Ann R., of Cranberry, James R. Rembold and his wife, Judith Ann, of Oil City and Lynn A. Rembold and his wife, Donna J., of Oil City; two daughters, Sandra Rembold Kostial and her husband, Joseph, of Aliquippa and Carol A. Fisher and her husband, Jack, of Lewes, Del.; 19 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. She is also survived by a sister, Norma Cochran of Summerville, S.C., and a special caregiver, Carole Yeager. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Rembold was preceded in death by a son, Terry Lane Rembold, a great-great-grandson, Conner Andrews, four brothers, Thomas Carnes, Frank Carnes Jr., William Heighley and Earl Heighley, and three sisters, Josephine Rudisille, Nina Clyde and Mary Jane Hess. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Jayne French officiating. Interment will be in Brandon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to a charity of one's choice. Raymond Park Richards, 79, of 10 Federal St., Brookville, died Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, at Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born June 21, 1929, in Brookville, he was the son of the late Burton Richards and Rebecca Park Richards. He was married May 28, 1949, in Brookville, to the former Joan Shippen, who survives. He was a graduate of Brookville High School. Mr. Richards worked for the Bank and Trust Co. (now S&T Bank) in Brookville, Sylvania of Brookville, Brookville Riverside, and he retired from the Brookville Borough Department. Mr. Richards was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Brookville. He was a past member of the Knights of Columbus where he had served as grand knight and a past member of Pinecreek Volunteer Fire Department. Mr. Richards also coached Little League baseball. He enjoyed all sports and also enjoyed working outdoors - mowing grass in the summer and plowing snow in the winter. In addition to his wife, Mr. Richards is survived by three daughters, Susan Hammer of Brookville, Patricia Kocher and her husband, Wayne, of Brookville, and Jean Walter and her husband, Gregory, of Frederick, Md.; one son, Donald Richards and his wife, Janice, of Brookville; and a twin brother, Robert P. Richards of Brookville. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, Angie Hammer Campbell, Connie Hammer Bauer, Lee Hammer, Kristopher Kocher, Jesse Kocher, Zachary Kocher, Kurtis Richards, Keith Richards, Tori Walter and Jeremy Walter; and five great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Mr. Richards was preceded in death by one brother, Lawrence B. Richards; and two grandchildren. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the McKinney Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Brookville. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at Immaculate Conception Church in Brookville with the Rev. Joseph Staszewski officiating. Interment will be at St. Mary Cemetery, Rose Township, Jefferson County. Memorials may be made to Immaculate Conception Church, Graham Avenue, Brookville; or Pinecreek Volunteer Fire Department, Brookville. Emma "Betty" Elizabeth Walter, 88, left her loving family to enter her heavenly home and rejoin her devoted husband on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009. Born May 1, 1920, in Sligo, she was the daughter of the late Samuel D. and Ruth Elizabeth Gourley Carnathan. Mrs. Walter graduated from Union Joint High School in Rimersburg, and attended Clarion State College in Clarion. She was married Oct. 9, 1940, in Cumberland, Md., to Harold C. Walter with whom she enjoyed 64 years of marriage, including having six children. Mrs. Walter and her husband spent their first 18 years in Rimersburg where she was dubbed the "town baker", as she provided homemade rolls for local families and church functions in Rimersburg. Mrs. Walters moved to Loveland, Colo., in 1958 where she completed her college studies at UNC in Greeley. She taught fifth grade in the Loveland schools from 1962 to 1974. Mrs. Walter and her husband moved to Good Samaritan Village in 2004. They enjoyed being members of LifeSpring Covenant Church, spending time with family, attending Cornerstone, Bible studies, and dining out. Mrs. Walter lived her life sharing her love and her faith in Jesus Christ with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, friends and people she met. Mrs. Walter is survived by four daughters, Carol McRae and her husband, Scott, of Colorado Springs, Colo., Michael Carlson and her husband, Larry, of Loveland, Colo., P. Kay Cruise and her husband, Jack, of Loveland, Colo., and Debbie Walter of Loveland, Colo.; and two sons, John Walter of Colorado Springs, Colo. and Ed Walter and his wife, Catherine, of Arvada, Colo. She is survived by three sisters, Lucille Kifer and Evelyn Trainer, both of Clarion, and Jane Reed of Rimersburg; two sisters-in-law, Kay Carnathan and Della Carnathan, both of Rimersburg; and 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Walter was preceded in death by her husband, Harold "Peck" Walter on Jan. 9, 2005, two brothers, Leroy Carnathan and Gary Carnathan, and a sister, Gladys Eddy of Elyria, Ohio. She left a positive impression on everyone she encountered as a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, teacher and friend. Most who met and knew her would say she helped them to be a better person just by being around her and wanting to emulate her endearing Family and friends were invited to the funeral service Jan. 19 at LifeSpring Covenant Church, Loveland, Colo. Pastor Scott Slayback officiated. A reception was held at the church. Memorial donations can be made to LifeSpring Covenant Church or Good Samaritan Village in care of Allnutt Funeral Home, 2100 N. Lincoln Ave. Loveland, Colo., 80538. Online condolences may be sent to www.allnutt.com.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: GaryBaude99 Surnames: BAUDE Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.clarion/4026/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I am trying to locate the obit for Harold Baude b. 3 Mar 1924 in Clinton, Michigan d: 16 May 1989 in East Brady, Clarion, Pennsylvania. We have been albe to reunite a total of four brothers who had been separated for over 63 years after their parents divorced in 1945 and most of the children were adopted. Harold Baude was not adopted and we just descovered he had passed away through the SS death index and reviewing his original application for his SS card. My entire family would appreciate any infom especially his orbiy as it may tell us if he was married or have children that we could reunite with at our family reunion held every June-July in Michigan. Thanks, Gary Baude (my father is Harold's brother). 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 20, 2009: M. Louise Frawley, formerly of Towne Towers and Bissell Avenue, Oil City Robert Edward Lee, Golden Living Center, Oil City Louis Revelant, Hermitage Alice "Jean" Rodgers, 183 W. Adams St., Cochranton, formerly of Carlton Eileen Hollibaugh Ketcham Sicks, Wexford, formerly of Stoneboro Robert Lee Stover, Sawtown Road, Oil City Roger A. Walter, Fisher M. Louise Frawley, 84, formerly of Towne Towers and 609 Bissell Ave., Oil City, passed away peacefully at 1:15 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, at the Golden Living Center in Oil City. She had resided there since June 14, 2006. Born Jan. 31, 1924, in Summerville, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Freda Kinch Zachrel. She was a 1942 graduate of St. Joseph High School. She was married Feb. 7, 1948, in St. Venantius Church in Rouseville, to Edward J. Frawley, who preceded her in death Sept. 17, 2003. A homemaker, she enjoyed baking for her family, needlework and working with the Thursday Quilting Ladies at St. Joseph Church in Oil City. She was a member of St. Joseph Church and the church Rosary Society. Mrs. Frawley is survived by six sons, Jerome F. Frawley of Midlothian, Va., Martin E. Frawley of Cranberry, David E. Frawley of Franklin, Joseph M. Frawley of Oil City, Kevin C. Frawley of Keene, N.H., and Stephen M. Frawley of Charleston, W.Va.; two daughters, Janice Durney of Oil City and Susanne Lutz of Oil City; 19 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Phyllis Hepfner of North East and Vivian Schneider of Madison, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Frawley was preceded in death by one daughter, Rita Ann; one son, James B.; and three brothers, Norman Zachrel, Regis Zachrel and Arnold Zachrel. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Reinsel Funeral Home and Crematory in Oil City and again from 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesday in the gathering space at St. Joseph Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Church with Monsignor John W. Swoger, St. Joseph pastor, presiding. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Church Rosary Society, 35 Pearl Ave., Oil City. Condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com. Robert Edward Lee, 89, of the Golden Living Center, Oil City, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009. Born July 31, 1919, in Oil City, he was the son of the late Fredrick Lee and Edith McCutcheon Lee. Mr. Lee was a WWII Navy Veteran serving in North Africa and France. He was honorably discharged Nov. 12, 1945. He was a member of the Elks and life time member of the VFW post #464 in Oil City. He was a wilderness ranger in the Bob Marshal Wilderness for many years. Mr. Lee also was the harbor master for the LaPush Quileute Indian reservation in LaPush, Wash. On a recent visit there with his daughter and son-in-law, James and Kathy Rogers, he was the guest of honor at a dinner and wolf dance celebration of his life where he was presented a wolf blanket and a walking cane made of Elk horns. Mr. Lee has three great-grandchildren serving in the armed forces; Marine CPL Byran Mikael Weber serving in Iraq, Army PV2 Brett Newton at Fort Riley, Kan. and AMN 1st Class Emilee Kenyon in Arizona. Mr. Lee is survived by his former wife, Sue Lee of Franklin; two sons, James Lee and his wife, Rita, of Rynd Farm, and Michael Lee, a retired Marine, and his wife, Peggy, of Arapaho, N.C.; six daughters, Barbara Ann Hidinger of Franklin, Linda Duke and her husband, Thomas, of Bend, Ore., Kathy Rogers and her husband, James, of Seneca, Susan Adams and her husband, Larry, of Utica, Jane Piccirilli and her husband, Mario, of Linesville, Jeanie Daubenspeck and her husband, Carl, of Franklin. He is also survived by 39 grandchildren, 55 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Lee was preceded in death by a daughter, Terrance Marie Turk, a gr andson, Mark William Turk, two sisters, Brownie Phillips and Miriam Stanton, and his brother, Jack Lee. Funeral services will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday at Seneca United Methodist Church with the Rev. Robert Wilson officiating. Interment will be held at Grove Hill Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com Louis Revelant, 92, of 260 S. Buhl Farm Drive, Hermitage, formerly of Ashtabula, Ohio, and New Brighton, died Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, at Sharon Regional Health System in Sharon. Born May 10, 1916, in Midland, he was the son of the late Peter Revelant Sr. and Louisa Justi Revelant. He was a 1934 graduate of New Brighton High School and a 1952 graduate of the University of New Mexico, and he achieved his master's in education from Ball State University in the state of Indiana. He was a member of First Congregational Church of Ashtabula. He was married March 8, 1942, to the former Zylva E. Boyer Revelant, who preceded him in death Dec. 27, 2003. Mr. Revelant served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was an English and history teacher for Ashtabula School District in Ashtabula, Ohio, for many years. He had also worked as an assistant principal and director of adult education classes for Ashtabula County. Mr. Revelant was a member of American Legion Post 19 of New Brighton, and he was the post's oldest member. He was an avid reader who enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his great-grandchildren. Mr. Revelant was past chairman of the Whispering Oaks Residents board of directors. Mr. Revelant is survived by a brother, Peter Revelant Jr. of Rochester, Pa.; a sister, Ida Revelant of New Brighton; a stepdaughter, Mary Lou Cummings of Panama City, Fla.; a granddaughter, Cynthia Armburger and her husband, Larry, of Franklin; and a grandson, James Borger and his wife, Victoria, of Huron, Ohio. He is also survived by seven great-grandchildren, M. Scott Armburger, Amanda Walters, Rhonda Adsit, Rick Adsit, Jennifer Taylor, James N. Borger and Jamie Borger; five great-great-grandchildren, Twinkle Murphy-Armburger, Scott Walters Jr., Kaleb Keyes, Cameron Adsit and Chastin Adsit; three nieces, Roxanne Lambert, Lisa Fyock and Maria Mayle; and one nephew, Peter A. Revelant and his special friend and caregiver, Martha Flickinger of Hermitage. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Revelant was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Revelant; a brother, Dante Revelant; and a grandson, Robert Borger. At Mr. Revelant's request, there will be no visitation or funeral services. The Harold W. Stevenson Funeral Home, 264 East State St., Sharon, is handling arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Alice "Jean" Rodgers, 86, of 183 W. Adams St., Cochranton, formerly of Carlton, died Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, at her residence. Born Oct. 5, 1922, in Carlton, she was the daughter of Harold L. and Jennie L. Corner Blair. Mrs. Rodgers was married June 27, 1964, to John A. Rodgers, who preceded her in death Aug. 3, 2005. She was a homemaker, a member of Milledgeville Presbyterian Church and a member of the Wynmore Club in Carlton. Mrs. Rodgers was an avid bingo player, and she enjoyed needlework, gardening and collecting stuffed animals. She is survived by three stepchildren, William Rodgers of Oklahoma and Ruthanne Swank and Patty Albaugh, both of Seneca; a brother, Charles Blair and his wife, Myrna, of Carlton; a sister-in-law, Otta Blair of Oregon; four nieces, Cathy Davis and her husband, Bill, of Linesville, Lynn Shilling and her husband, Will, of Saegertown, Charlee Steider of Conneaut Lake and Sylvia Remily of Oregon; two nephews, David Derby and his wife, Colleen, of Meadville and Dennis Blair of Oregon; several great-nieces and great-nephews and her circle of friends whom she resided with, Sis, Sarah, Mary Beth, Cathy and Gladys. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Rodgers was preceded in death by three nephews, Jeffrey Frampton, Charles Derby and Robert Blair Jr.; one brother, Robert Blair Sr.; and one sister, Dorothy Frampton. Friends may call from 3 to 6 p.m. today at the Dickson Family Funeral Home Inc., 123 S. Franklin St., Cochranton. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with the Rev. Brian Ennis, pastor of Milledgeville Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in Franklin Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to Hospice of Crawford County, 448 Pine St., Meadville. Eileen Hollibaugh Ketcham Sicks, 87, of Wexford House Nursing Center in Wexford, formerly of Clearfield and Stoneboro, died Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009. Born Aug. 13, 1921, in Millbrook, Worth Township, Mercer County, the former Myrtle Eileen Hollibaugh was the daughter of the late Ulysses Grant and Myrtle Alma Cole Hollibaugh. In 1937, at the age of 15, she graduated from the former Sandy Lake High School. She was married March 23, 1995, to Michael Sicks, who preceded her in death in 1998. Mrs. Sicks worked at the former Polk State School and Hospital for many years as a licensed practical nurse. In 1970, she earned a bachelor of science degree in education from Edinboro State College and went on to earn a master's in education there in 1972. Mrs. Sicks retired from teaching for the Clearfield Area School District in 1983 after 13 years at Plymptonville Elementary School. She was an active member of the Assembly of God Church in Clearfield for many years. She was also an avid reader and gardener. Mrs. Sicks is survived by two daughters, Ruth Keith and her husband, Ronald, of Columbia, Md. and Lorna Hardin of Woodville, Wash.; two sons, Richard E. Powell and his wife, Barbara, of Franklin and Steven D. Ketcham and his wife, Jeanne, of Altoona. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and last husband, Mrs. Sick was preceded in death by her two former husbands, Samuel H. Powell and Willard H. Ketcham, a daughter, Bernice Lorraine Powell, a grandson, Dustin Eugene Gallagher, three brothers, Percy Hollibaugh, Forrest Hollibaugh and Richard Hollibaugh, and three sisters, Ila Anderson, Gertrude Graham and Rosemary McClellan. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday at the Scott A. Black Funeral Home, 99 Franklin St., Stoneboro. Funeral services will be at 4 p.m Wednesday with the Rev. Galen "Joe" MacDonald, of Sandy Lake Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be at Oak Hill Cemetery in Stoneboro. Robert Lee Stover, 81, of Sawtown Rd., Oil City, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009. Mr. Stover was married to the former Mary Fischer, who survives. He was a machinist for Conair until he retired in 1992. Mr Stover was also a member of the Grace Baptist Church in Seneca. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Brenda Lipko of Oil City and a granddaughter, Dyan Diven. There will be no calling hours for Mr Stover; however; friends are invited to attend a memorial and committal service to be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Faller Funeral Home, Inc. in Fryburg. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Bible Baptist Church, 32 Adate Ave., Fairbanks, Alaska, 99701, for the ministry of Clayton McCurdy in Moldova. Roger A. Walter, 62, of Fisher, passed away Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, in Franklin. Born June 26, 1946, in Brookville, he was the son of Pearl L. and Nettie Faye Rankin Walter. Mr. Walter served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He was married on Oct. 9, 1971, to Martha McElhinny, who survives. He was a devoted husband of 37 years, father and grandfather who had a contagious personality, a heart of gold and loved by all. Mr. Walter was a dedicated truck driver for the Sealy Mattress Company for 28 years. He was an original founding father of the Fisher Sportsman Club, a member of the Brookville Eagles Club and a devoted Christian of Kahletown Community Church. Mr. Walter enjoyed being outdoors, working in his sawmill and spending time with his family and friends. In addition to his wife, he is survived four children, Robert Walter and his wife, Tracy, of Franklin, Blaise Walter of Fisher, Anson Blue of Indiana, and Mark Walter of Fisher. He is also survived by three sisters, Glennie Campbell, and her husband, Wayne, of Brookville, Kay Fryer, and her husband, Ed, of Corsica, Blue Hannold and her husband, Robert, of Sigel; and three brothers, Ronald Walter and his wife, Shirley, of Brookville, P.L. Walter and his wife, Martha, of Corsica, and Thomas Walter and his wife, Carol, of Sigel. Also surviving are grandchildren, Abby and Joey Walter of Franklin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Richard Walter, Floyd Walter, and Lester Walter, and two sisters, Dorothy Walter Weyant and Linda Wamsley. Calling hours will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion and from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at the Kahletown Community Church. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday at the church with the Rev. Milton Nichols, pastor of Kahletown Community Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Kahletown Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Kahletown Community Church, PO Box 286 Corsica, 15829. Those wishing to submit online condolences may do so by visiting www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com.

According to an obituary published in the Oil City Derrick on March 4, 1968, Irvin was born on October 24, 1895, in Shannondale, Jefferson County, PA and was the son of Mr. & Mrs. Henry W. Hetrick. I have no relationship here, just happened to have Ancestry's historical newspaper pulled up and thought I'd look for you. (From one Connie to another.) Connie wrote: > Hello, > This Betty Hetrick obit is one name away from > connecting to my family tree of Hetrick. > I have military data on the Irvin and Clara listed, > but what I would like to find is Irvin J's parents. > Any help appreciated. Contact me at > philip4@comcast.net > Thanks > > > Betty Marie Hetrick, 83, of Cherry Run Estates, Rimersburg, died > Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at her home following an illness. > Born Oct. 22, 1925, in Huey, she was a daughter of Irvin J. and Clara > B. Shick Hetrick. > Ms. Hetrick retired as a nurses aide at Clarview Nursing and > Rehabilitation Center near Sligo after many years of service. > She was a member of Sligo Church of the Nazarene. > Ms. Hetrick enjoyed knitting, crocheting and doing crossword puzzles. > She is survived by a sister, Patty Wynkoop and her husband, Larry, of > Cortland, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews. > In addition to her parents, Ms. Hetrick was preceded in death by two > sisters, Ludell Carr and Betty's infant twin, Audrey; and one brother, > William Hetrick. > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to PACLARIO-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message > > >

The Derrick, January 19, 2009: Willis Clyde Dolby, Miola Road, Clarion M. Louise Frawley, Bissell Avenue, Oil City, formerly of Towne Towers Donald D. Spencer, North 13th Street, Franklin James Glenn Stants, Sligo Willis Clyde Dolby, 80, of Miola Road, Clarion, died at 12:45 a.m. Sunday morning, Jan. 18, 2009, at the Golden LivingCenter in Shippenville, where he had been a resident for the past several years He was the oldest and last surviving member of his immediate family Born May 5, 1928, in Helen Furnace, Clarion County, he was a son of the late Lewis and Anna Shrum Dolby. He was married July 17, 1954, to Josephine Drayer and they celebrated their 40th anniversary in July 1994. She preceded him in death on March 13, 1995. Mr. Dolby was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, serving from 1946 to 1948. He was stationed in Europe and also Washington D.C., where he worked funerals at the Arlington National Cemetery. He worked as a laborer for the union labor local 952 until his retirement in 1990 and was a former tax assessor for Highland Township. He was a member of the Helen Furnace United Methodist Church and belonged to the American Legion Post #66 in Clarion. Mr. Dolby farmed his father's homestead for many years and enjoyed gardening, cooking and canning his own foods. He was an avid card player and loved to hunt, fish and have cookouts with his family. His theory was if it wasn't a Ford, it wasn't a vehicle. He is survived by a son, Douglas E. Dolby and wife, R. Jean, of Leeper; three daughters, Darlene Heasley and husband, Ed, of Leeper, Diane Call of Clarion and Denise Shufesky of Marienville and husband, Dave, stationed in Iraq; and eight grandchildren, Matthew Heasley and wife, Yolanda, of Leeper, Melissa Austen and husband, Scott, of Clarion, Amanda Call and friend, Jake Snyder, of Clarion, Chris Call and friend, Erica Keck, of Clarion, Beth Baker and husband, Josh, of Leeper, Rob Sorrell and friend, Tosha Shumate, of Leeper, Amanda Sorrell and friend, Kyle Davidson, of Garland and Adam Sorrell, serving with the army in Fort Benning, Ga. He is also survived by seven great-grandchildren, Kaoz and Harmony Baker of Leeper, Matthew Graham of Rocky Grove, Brittany Graham, Austin Stelene, Cody Stelene and Joel R. Sorrell III, all of Leeper; a brother-in-law, Ralph Hedrick of Clarion; a sister-in-law, Susan Dolby of Dubois; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Dolby was preceded in death by two brothers, Melvin Dolby and John Dolby; two sisters, Joan Hedrick and Shirley Schmader; and an infant sister, Diana Dolby. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion, Military honors will be accorded by the American Legion Post #66 at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Mark Hurst, pastor for the Helen Furnace United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will take place in the Miola Cemetery. At the request of the family, there will be no donations. Those wishing to submit online condolences may do so by visiting www.rvburnsfuneralhome.com M. Lousie Frawley, 84, formerly of Towne Towers and 609 Bissell Avenue, Oil City, passed away quietly at 1:15 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, at the Golden LivingCenter in Oil City. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Reinsel Funeral and Crematory. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Joseph Church. A complete obituary will be published in Tuesday's edition of The Derrick. Donald D. Spencer, 61, a resident of 103 North 13th St., Franklin, died at 3:28 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, at UPMC Northwest Medical Center. Born Dec. 5, 1947, he was a son of Donald A. Spencer and Elizabeth F. Smith. Mr. Spencer was a member of the U.S. Army, where he served as a military policeman during the Vietnam War. He worked as an RSA for Polk Center and was a member of the Christ United Methodist Church. Mr. Spencer enjoyed watching sports. He is survived by his father, Donald A. Spencer of Franklin; a daughter, Sabrina Maxwell of Oil City; a brother, David S. Spencer and wife, Karen, of Milan, Ohio; and a grandchild. He was preceded in death by his mother, Elizabeth F. Smith; a sister, Carolyn (Lynn) J. Spencer; and a son, Scott Spencer. There will be no visitation. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. today in the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home with the Rev. Linda Deeter, pastor at The Caring Place in Franklin, officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Muscular Dystrophy Foundation, 2810 West 21st St., Erie, 16506. Online condolences may be sent to www.gardinierfuneralhome.com. James Glenn Stants, 65, of Sligo, passed away Saturday morning, Jan. 17, 2009, at Butler Memorial Hospital, following a lengthy illness. Born Aug. 9, 1943, in Brookville, he was a son of the late James Clifford and Violet Best Stants. He was a graduate of Keystone High School in Knox. Mr. Stants was married May 9, 1970, to Deloris Hudson Stants, who survives. He began a lifelong occupation as a truck driver at the age of 18. In the early 1990s, he was presented the Million-Miler award for driving more than 1 million accident-free miles. He retired from his last employer, Triangle Gas Co. of Butler, in August 2008 due to ill health. Mr. Stants was a member of the Callensburg-Licking Township Volunteer Fire Department and was active in assisting with the annual ATV rides to earn money for the department. He was an avid ATV rider. He and his his wife were members of the ATV Traction Club - Venango Chapter. Mr. Stants was Protestant by faith. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, James Lonnie "Jim" Stants and his special friend, Amy Vincent and her two children, of Parker; a grandson, James Edward Justin Stants of Parker; and a granddaughter, Amanda Brooke Stants of Parker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Tammy Sue Stants, who passed away accidentally on Dec. 16, 1981. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home Inc., Wayne St. in Parker. Funeral and committal services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Dan Myers, a United Methodist minister, officiating. Interment will be in the Cedarview Memorial Park near Strattenville.

Hello, This Betty Hetrick obit is one name away from connecting to my family tree of Hetrick. I have military data on the Irvin and Clara listed, but what I would like to find is Irvin J's parents. Any help appreciated. Contact me at philip4@comcast.net Thanks Betty Marie Hetrick, 83, of Cherry Run Estates, Rimersburg, died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at her home following an illness. Born Oct. 22, 1925, in Huey, she was a daughter of Irvin J. and Clara B. Shick Hetrick. Ms. Hetrick retired as a nurses aide at Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center near Sligo after many years of service. She was a member of Sligo Church of the Nazarene. Ms. Hetrick enjoyed knitting, crocheting and doing crossword puzzles. She is survived by a sister, Patty Wynkoop and her husband, Larry, of Cortland, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Ms. Hetrick was preceded in death by two sisters, Ludell Carr and Betty's infant twin, Audrey; and one brother, William Hetrick.

The Derrick, January 17, 2009: Paul E. Beck, Shippenville Mary R. Gross, Knox RD W. Scott Kriner, Dawn Drive, Meadville, formerly of Titusville George L. Patterson, Allegheny Township, Parker Thusnelda "Nellie" Christine Roeper, Tidioute Carl Roelfs service set Sunday Dr. Paul E. Beck, 72, the former chairman of the Clarion University chemistry department, died Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at his residence in Shippenville. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Edward J. and Mary Beck. Dr. Beck graduated from Lancaster Catholic High School in 1954 and from Franklin & Marshall College in 1958. In 1963, he received his Ph.D. in organic chemistry from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh . He worked for DuPont in Wilmington for several years as a research chemist. In 1966, he accepted a position at Clarion University where he taught organic chemistry until his retirement in 2002. During his tenure at Clarion, he chaired the chemistry department for 10 years, served on various committees and was active in the American Chemical Society. Dr. Beck held membership in a number of other associations including the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the American Institute of Chemists, the Association of State College and University Professors and the Pennsylvania Academy of Science. He was also a member of Phi Delta Kappa. Dr. Beck was a parishioner at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Clarion. Dr. Beck is survived by a brother, Thomas Beck and his wife, Betty J., of Lititz; and a niece, Allison Gordon of East Windsor, N.J. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Interment will be at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Lancaster. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the American Heart Association. The Spacht Funeral Home of Lititz is handling arrangements. Mary R. Gross, 57, of Knox RD died at 11:58 a.m. Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, at Clarion Hospital. Born May 28, 1951, in Oil City, she was the daughter of the late Rober t P. and Margaret E. Pascorell Walker. Mary worked for Chartwell Inc. at Clarion University. She enjoyed camping, reading and spending time with her grandchildren. Mary is survived by three children, Gary Gross and his wife, Karen, of Ripley, N.Y., Debby Rhoads of Knox and Rusty Gross and his wife, Ronda, of Knox; one nephew, Michael Walker, whom she raised; and eight grandchildren, Ashley Rhoads, Tyler Rhoads, Mackenzie Bish, Sabrina Gross, Aron Gross, Justin Gross, Dylan Gross and Autumn Gross. Additional survivors include four sisters, Betty Allmendinger, Sara McGinnis, Anna Zilka and Pauline Rager; nine brothers, Dennis Grant, John Stevens and Bob, Bill, Sam, Lee, Harold, Ted and Carl Walker; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mary was preceded in death by her parents. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the David C. McEntire Funeral Home Inc., 504 E. Penn St., Knox. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Dan Myers, pastor of Mt. Joy United Methodist Church at Knox RD, officiating. Interment will follow in Clarion Cemetery. W. Scott Kriner, 55, of Dawn Drive, Meadville, died Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, at his home, surrounded by his family and following a two-year battle with cancer. He was born April 6, 1953, in Titusville, a son of William and Betty May Loebelenz Kriner. He was a 1971 graduate of Titusville High School and a 1976 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, receiving a bachelor of arts degree in urban management with a minor in geography. He started his career as an insurance agent in Pittsburgh with Nationwide Insurance before moving to Meadville in 1987 and joining Erie Insurance with Stainbrook Insurance Agencies. The Stainbrook Kriner Insurance Agencies continues today, operated by Scott's son, Trevor. Scott was a devoted father, dearly loved his daughter, Katie, and son, Trevor, and cherished the time spent with them. He was an avid sports fan, especially the University of Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh professional teams. He was active with the Community Athletic Project to renovate the high school football complex and the Friendship Through Football exchange with Russia. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club of Meadville, the Iroquois Club, the Masonic Lodge, the Zem Zem Shrine Temple of Erie, the Crawford County Shrine Club and numerous professional organizations. He served on the board of Community Health Services and the Meadville Medical Center Board of Incorporators. Scott also loved fire trucks, and he was a member and supported several of the area volunteer fire departments. He was named honorary chief of Vernon Central Hose Company, and in 2008 he was named Vernon Township Citizen of the Year. Survivors include a son, Trevor Miles Kriner of Meadville; a daughter, Katie May Kriner of Oil City; his parents, William and Betty May Kriner of Titusville; two sisters, Lisa Whitehill and her husband, Dan, of Clinton, Ohio, and Susan Wakefield and her husband, Alan, of Norco, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, William D. (Billy) Kriner Jr. Calling hours will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Robert W. Waid Funeral Home Inc., 581 Chestnut St., Meadville. Calling hours will also be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at New Beginnings Church of God, 13226 Leslie Road, Meadville, with the Rev. Mark Condo, Scott's nephew and the pastor of West Park Evangelical Friends Church in Cleveland, officiating. The family suggests memorials be made to the Scott Kriner Scholarship Fund of Meadville Kiwanis Club, P.O. Box 399, Meadville, Pa., 16335. George L. Patterson, 87, of Allegheny Township, Parker, passed away at 6 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at Parker Personal Care Home, following a brief illness. Born Feb. 22, 1921, in West Winfield, he was the son of Harold J. and Florence Fink Patterson. He was a longtime member of the former St. Mary Catholic Church in Parker. Mr. Patterson was employed by the former Ultra-Penn Refinery at Bruin and the former Glass Containers Corp. of Parker, and he retired from the David J. Joseph Metal Works Co. at Butler. Mr. Patterson is survived by a brother, Regis J. Patterson of Port Orange, Fla.; a sister, Shirley Patterson O'Brien of Emlenton; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Patterson was preceded in death by a sister, Frances Patterson Pennington; and a brother, William James Patterson. Private visitation is being held this morning at the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home in Parker. A blessing service conducted by the Rev. Joseph Bonafed of St. Patrick Catholic Church at Bradys Bend will follow. Interment will be in the Patterson family plot at Perryville Cemetery. Thusnelda "Nellie" Christine Roeper, 97, of Tidioute, formerly of Kassel, Germany, died in her sleep on the evening of Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, in her home in Tionesta Manor. Born Sept. 16, 1911, in Kassel, she was a daughter of the Ludwig and Maria Rohrbach. She was married April 17, 1937, to Paul August Karl Roeper, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Roeper was first employed as a secretary at Mercedes Benz Corp. of Kassel. Her husband was an auto mechanic, and they later owned a full service BP gas station including an auto repair shop, car wash and car storage units in Kassel. . In 1956, Mrs. Roeper and her husband came to America and lived in Detroit. They moved to Titusville in 1973 and later moved to Tionesta in 1993. Mrs. Roeper's love and joys in life were her family and helping others. She enjoyed serving lunches to all her friends at Tionesta Manor. Mrs. Roeper also enjoyed arranging flowers with her daughter at A Touch of Nature Florist. She worked there almost daily until the age of 93. Her life was a wonderful example for everyone as she always put the needs of others before her own. Mrs. Roeper is survived by her daughter, Brigitte Johnson and her husband, Ted, of Tionesta; two grandsons, Shawn Johnson and his wife, Heidi, and Toby Johnson and his wife, Norma; and two great-grandchildren, Julia and Madeline Johnson. Mrs. Roeper was the last of seven children. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Rohrbach, and five sisters, Maria Rohrbach, Luise Cramer, Anna Nutburga Stahl, Elisabeth Wolf and Hildegard Rohrbach. It was Mrs. Roeper's wish to be cremated and her ashes returned to her hometown in Germany. The family plans to travel to Germany to carry out her wish. A memorial service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Tionesta Manor, 101 Bridge St., Tionesta, with pastor Shawn Johnson and Randy Evans, the Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice pastor, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Clarion Forest VNA and Hospice, P.O. Box 668, Knox, Pa., 16232; or toward the family's trip to Germany, via P.O. Box 447, Tionesta, 16353. The James M. Higgins Funeral Home, 3 Elm St., Tidioute, handled arrangements. Carl Roelfs service set Sunday A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at New Rehoboth-Greenville Presbyterian Church in Clarion for Carl Ray Roelfs, 47, of Rehoboth Church Road, Clarion. Mr. Roelfs died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, at his residence. The Rev. James Dietrich from New Rehoboth-Greenville Presbyterain Church will officiate at Sunday's service.

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The Derrick, January 16, 2009: Jennie Isabelle Benkovich, Marienville Julia Klapec, 70 Horne Lane, Oil City Clyde B. Leasure, Polk Center Ronald G. Pay, Marienville Gloria Belle Weaver Rice, 736 Miller St., Knox Herbert E. Small, Tionesta William Whiting Stump Jr., Emlenton George Edwin "Ed" Wolfe Jr., Kennerdell Getting it right - Conrad L. Jiggs Minich Jennie Isabelle Benkovich, 89, a longtime resident of Marienville and former resident of Sheffield, passed away Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at the Schervier Pavilion in Warwick, N.Y. Born Dec. 20, 1919, in Gilfoyle, Forest County, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Ada Hannah Rodgers. She was married Oct. 3, 1982, to Matthew Benkovich, who preceded her in death April 16, 1982. Mrs. Benkovich was a resident of Marienville most of her life. She was a homemaker, and her hobbies included gardening, reading and painting. She was employed for a time as a home health aide in Forest County and was a member of Marienville Methodist Church. Mrs. Benkovich is survived by two daughters, Mary Sullivan and her husband, William, of Milford, and Nancy Rupert and her husband, Stephen, of Uniontown, Ohio; three granddaughters, Laura Sullivan, Jessica Lehman and her husband, Bradley, and Cheryl Rupert; one great-granddaughter, Brianna Sullivan; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Benkovich was preceded in death by four brothers, Ernest Rodgers, Eugene Rodgers, Hugh Rodgers and James Rodgers; and three sisters, Goldie Sigworth, Clara Cochran and Edith Snyder. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the Borden-Lloyd Funeral Home in Sheffield. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Terry Hurlbutt, pastor of Sheffield United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be at Roses Cemetery near Marienville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Marienville Area Library, P.O. Box 306, Marienville; or the Schervier Pavilion, 22 Van Duzer Place, Warwick, N.Y., 10990. Julia Klapec 78, of 70 Horne Lane, Oil City, died at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, at the home of her daughter, Kathy Karl, after an extended illness. Born May 23, 1930, in Franklin, she was the daughter of the late Dominic and Rosina Torzi Colella. She was a 1948 graduate of Franklin High School. She was married July 23, 1955, at St. Patrick Church in Franklin to Joseph Bernard "Bert" Klapec, who preceded her in death July 9, 2005. She was a member of St. Joseph Church in Oil City and the Rosary Society of the church. Mrs. Klapec had also belonged to the former Oil City Lioness Club and the Catholic Daughters of the Americas. She enjoyed doing crafts in her spare time. Mrs. Klapec is survived by her four children, Cynthia and Christopher Urban of Oil City, David and Jean Klapec of Oil City, Katherine and David Karl of Oil City and Lisa and Dale Caldwell of Butler; and 10 grandchildren, Gregory and Tracy Lander, Stephanie and Charlie Baker, Marc Lander, Bridget Lander, Chrisopher Klapec, Nicholas Klapec, Amber and Tom Brown, Ashley Karl, David Caldwell and Rachel Caldwell. Mrs. Klapec is also survived by four great-grandchildren, Kye Brown, Lucas Baker, James Baker and Mya Brown; and two sisters, Angelina and Sam Barbalaci of Franklin and Antoinette Hannon of Franklin. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Klapec was preceded in death by four sisters, Marietta Shoemaker and Anna Smith and her infant sisters Anna and Julia Colella. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Reinsel Funeral Home in Oil City and from 9 to 10 a.m. Monday in the gathering space at St. Joseph Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Joseph Church with Monsignor John W. Swoger, St. Joseph pastor, presiding. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the VNA Hospice, 491 Allegheny Blvd, Franklin; St. Joseph Church Development Fund, 35 Pearl Ave., Oil City; or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Western Pennsylvania Chapter, 960 Penn Ave., Suite 1000, Pittsburgh, 15222. Condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com. Clyde B. Leasure, 89, a resident of Polk Center, died at 9:50 a.m. Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. Born May 3, 1919, in West Virginia, he was a son of the late Walter B. and Martha Strauser Leasure. Mr. Leasure was well-liked by the staff that supported him over the years at Polk Center. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Leasure was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert Leasure and Walter Leasure; and two sisters, Lillie Stearner and LaRue Leasure. Burial was in Cherrytree Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at 2:45 p.m. Tuesday at Polk Center. The Morrison Funeral Home in Oil City is in charge of arrangements. Ronald G. Pay, 87, of Marienville, died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at Butler Veterans Hospital. Born Dec. 15, 1921, in Akron, Ohio, he was the son of Joseph and Florence Mudredge Pay. Mr. Pay was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was married to Reita Pay, who preceded him in death in 2004. Mr. Pay was a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps and was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in World War II. He was a self-employed cabinet maker with Pay Cabinet Co. of Akron, Ohio. Mr. Pay is survived by one daughter, Diane Freas of Akron, Ohio; two grandchildren, Randy Freas and his wife, Staci, and Heather Freas; and two great-grandchildren, Brandon and Miranda. In addition to his wife, Mr. Pay was preceded in death by one son, Paul Pay. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Ronald McDonald Funeral Home in Marienville. Funeral services, will full military honors, will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with the Rev. Randy Evans of the Clarion-Forest VNA Hospice officiating. Burial will be in North Forest Cemetery. Gloria Belle Weaver Rice, 70, of 736 Miller St., Lot 5, Knox, died at 3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh. Mrs. Rice died from injuries she received from a fire at her home on Friday, Jan. 9, 2009. Born May 1, 1938, in Sarah Furnace, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Ida Jane Burt Weaver. She was married to John W. Rice, who preceded her in death July 5, 1984. Mrs. Rice is survived by her longtime companion, Larry "Squeak" Graham of Knox. She was a homemaker who enjoyed fishing, gardening and cooking. She was of the Protestant faith. Mrs. Rice was also an avid Steelers fan. She was a member of the Clarion County Rod and Gun Club and American Legion Auxiliary Post #720 of Knox. In addition to her companion, Larry Graham, Mrs. Rice is survived by five sisters, Barbara Vlassich of Fairmount City, Dolores Long of Brookville, Mary Lou Seybert of Rimersburg, Maxine Stockdale of West Freedom and Valjean Bartley of Shippenville; and six brothers, Harry Weaver of Sligo, James Weaver of Erie, William Weaver of Sligo, Phillip Weaver of Knox, Larry Weaver of Clarion and Stanley Weaver of Sligo. In addition to her parents and her husband, Mrs. Rice was preceded in death by two sisters, Betty Murray and Eileen Weaver. A memorial dinner will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the West Freedom Fire Hall. Inurnment will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery at Conneration. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the West Penn Hospital Burn Unit in Pittsburgh. The Varner Funeral Home in Sligo is in charge of arrangements. Herbert E. Small, 82, of Tionesta, died Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, at Golden Living Center in Shippenville. Born Oct. 12, 1926, in the Nebraska area of Forest County, he was the son of the late Edgar K and Inez Weaver Small. Mr. Small was a self-employed barber for many years in Tionesta. He served in the U.S. Army Military Police during World War II. Mr. Small is survived by one brother, Edgar C. Small of Tionesta; two sisters, Phyllis Small and Elinor Small, both of Tionesta; two nephews, Keith Small of Washington County and Blaine Small of Tionesta; and a good comrade and friend, Douglas R. McMichael. In addition to his parents, Mr. Small was preceded in death by one brother, Jimmy Small; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Small; and his loving friends and caregivers, Jack and Grace McMichael. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home of Tionesta. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Randy Evans, Clarion/Forest VNA Hospice chaplain, officiating. Interment will be at Mt. Collins Cemetery in Tionesta. Memorial contributions may be made to Tionesta Volunteer Fire Department or Tionesta Ambulance Service. Condolences may be sent by e-mail to condolences@wimerfuneralhome.com. William Whiting Stump Jr., 75, of Emlenton, formerly of Edinburg, a retired Emlenton and New Castle businessman, died at 2:08 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at his home on Sugar Valley Lane, Allegheny Township, Butler County. Born April 30, 1933, in New Castle, he was the son of the late William W. and Olive McNeal Stump. Mr. Stump was a 1951 graduate of Union High School in New Castle and a graduate of Bliss Electrical School of Montgomery College in Maryland. Mr. Stump was inducted into the U.S. Army in May 1952. He served with the last group of the 101st Airborne Rangers, stationed at Fort Breckingridge, Ky. His military service included action in Korea with the 101st Airborne's Special Operations Force. He also served with the Adjunct General Corps and spent time in Nancy, France. He had obtained the rank of sergeant first class when he was discharged in May 1955. Mr. Stump was employed by Bell Telephone of Pennsylvania in the engineering department. Upon his return from military service, he continued his employment at Bell in the plant department. He was later promoted to PBX repair and then to management. He worked in Sharon, Rochester and New Castle and retired from Bell Telephone in 1971. Mr. Stump then partnered with Russell Forney Jr. in the formation of R.H. Forney Calibration Service which they operated as a partnership until 1976 when Mr. Stump purchased the company. The business later became Calibration Services Inc. which Mr. Stump and his son operated in New Castle and Emlenton for many years. As a calibration engineer, Mr. Stump traveled extensively, both nationally and internationally, working for clients in government, construction, consulting and education. He was an entrepreneur with several business interests in the local area. His endeavors included the development of the Old Emlenton Mill Corp., a landscaping business, and an excavating company. Mr. Stump held memberships in the American Legion and VFW. He was a member and past president of the Spring Creek Hunting and Fishing Club. He was a former Emlenton Borough councilman. Mr. Stump had been a local civil defense director as well as a Pennsylvania state sewage enforcement officer. He was a lifetime member of Edinburg Christian Church and had served as both an elder and deacon. He had also been a member of the church governing board. Mr. Stump is survived by his wife, Martha Hill Stump; two sons, William "Bill" Stump and John Stump; a daughter, Susan Stump Labardee; and nine grandchildren, Emily Stump, Rebecca Stump, Laura Stump, Leah Stump, Miles Stump, Madison Stump, Ross Labardee, Ian Labardee and Hannah Labardee. He is also survived by two great-grandchildren, Perin Labardee and Evian Labardee; a sister-in-law, Carol Stump; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Stump was proceeded in death by a brother, Russell Stump. Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. today at the Hile Funeral Home Inc., 1204 Kerr Ave., Emlenton. Additional visitation hours will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday and 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Cunningham Funeral Home in New Castle. Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Cunningham Funeral Home. Interment with full military honors provided by the New Castle Honor Guard will take place at Neshannock Cemetery in New Wilmington. Memorial contributions may be made to Edinburg Christian Church, 5700 N. Edinburg Rd, Edinburg, 16116. George Edwin "Ed" Wolfe Jr., 63, of Kennerdell, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at home after an extended illness. Born Nov. 30, 1945, in Franklin, he was the son of the late George E. Wolfe Sr. and Lorraine Hoffman, who survives. He graduated from Victory High School. Mr. Wolfe was married July 2, 1966, to the former Kathleen E. Mundorf, who survives. Mr. Wolfe was self employed as an electrical contractor, having worked extensively in the Ohio area and some in Pennsylvania. He was a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Murrinsville. In addition to his wife, Mr. Wolfe is survived by a daughter, Danielle D. Fyock and her husband, David, of Kennerdell; a granddaughter, Elizabeth C. Fyock of Kennerdell; two sisters, Shirley Marwood of McKean and Carolyn Wiegel and her husband, Rick, of Franklin; a sister-in-law, Paulette Harvey and her husband, Rick, of Harrisville; two stepbrothers, Kelse Hoffman and his wife, Lisa, of Pittsburgh, and Neil Hoffman and his wife, Diane, of Atlanta, Ga.; a stepsister, Nancy Huguenin and her husband, Bob, of Groton, Mass.; four nephews and six nieces. In addition to his father, Mr. Wolfe was preceded in death by a stepfather, Dr. Kelse Hoffman; and a brother-in-law, Clifford Marwood. A memorial service will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Murrinsville with Father James Bedillion of St. Alphonsus Parish of Boyers officiating. The Larry E. McKinley Funeral Home, Clintonville, is in charge of arrangements. The family has suggested memorial contributions be sent to The American Lung Association, 61 Broadway, New York, N.Y., 10006; or to St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, Box 46, Boyers, 16020. Friends can e-mail condolences by visiting www.mckinleyfuneralhome.net Getting it right - Conrad L. Jiggs Minich Conrad L. Jiggs Minich, 76, of 2368 Carriage Road, Fairmount City, died Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at Brookville Hospital. Mr. Minich's survivors include two half brothers, R.K. Ames of Brookville and Lewis B. Ames of Palm Coast, Fla.; one stepsister, Mrs. Milton (Ruby) Harp of Lakewood, N.Y.; one stepbrother, William O. Ames of Brookville; and a granddaughter, Jenna Minich of Henryville. He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Walter J. Ames Sr.; three stepbrothers, Howard Ames, Walter J. Ames Jr. and Charles Ames; and one stepsister, Vesta Keough of Mayport.

The Derrick, January 15, 2009: Sandra K. Schubert Bessetti, Oil City area Genevieve R. Britton, formerly of Colbert Avenue, Oil City Nancy J. Byerly, Leeper Julia Mae Walter Ditz, Fryburg, formerly of Leeper Betty Marie Hetrick, Cherry Run Estates, Rimersburg Robert E. Lee, Golden Living Center, Oil City James Rodney "Jim" McNany, Lake City, Fla., Emlenton native Charles Frederick Osgood Jr., Keene, N.H. William A. Spangler Sr., Carney Road, Strattanville William Whitling Stump Jr., Sugar Valley Lane, Parker Mary Jane Sutley, 869 Sugarcreek Drive, Franklin Getting it right - Kathleen Love Edinger Getting it right - Clarence E. "Buck" Miller Getting it right - Clarence E. "Buck" Miller Sandra K. Schubert Bessetti, 58, of the Oil City area, died at 7:31 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca after a brief illness. Born Oct. 12, 1950, in Oil City, she was the daughter of Harry F. Schubert and F. Ardelle McClain Schubert. She was a 1968 graduate of Oil City High School and then later graduated from California University of Pennsylvania. She served as a volunteer for the Clarion County Historical Society. Ms. Bessetti was of the Protestant faith. Her hobbies included gardening, crocheting, craft projects and spending time with her grandchildren. She was self-employed in the desktop publishing field until an illness no longer allowed her to work. Ms. Bessetti is survived by her mother, F. Ardelle Schubert of Cranberry; a daughter, Maria Walker of Sigel; and three grandchildren, Brandy, Rhyan and Mikayla, all of Sigel. She is also survived by a sister, Margaret Tarr and her husband, Robert, of Franklin; six brothers, Gary Schubert and his wife, Virginia, of Texas, William Schubert of Cranberry, Joe Schubert and his wife, Jane, of Oil City, Frank Schubert and his wife, Karyn, of California, Mike Schubert and his wife, Kim, of Seneca, and Robert Schubert of Cranberry; and numerous nieces and nephews. Ms. Bessetti was preceded in death by her father, Harry F. Schubert; her grandparents; and a nephew, Shawn M. Schubert. A private viewing will be held for the immediate family. A funeral service open to friends and family will be held at 4 p.m. today in the Hile-Best Funeral Home Inc., 2781 Route 257, in Seneca, Cranberry Township, with the Rev. Howard Gaston, pastor of Second Presbyterian Church in Oil City, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Presbyterian Home, 10 Vo-Tech Drive, Oil City, or to Community Ambulance Service, 1010 Buffalo St., Franklin. Online condolences to the family may be left by visiting www.hilebest.com Genevieve R. Britton, 88, formerly of Colbert Ave., Oil City, died at 1:16 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at the Golden LivingCenter in Oil City. Born May 8, 1920, in Oil City, Mrs. Britton was a daughter of the late Herman S. and Frances Oviatt Miller. She was married Nov. 14, 1941, to Melvin W. Britton, who preceded her in death on March 6, 2008. Mrs. Britton was a 1938 graduate of Oil City High School and had lived in the Oil City area all her life. She worked at a number of businesses locally including Thrift Drugs Store, Raymond Dry Cleaners and Kessler's Dry Cleaners. She was last employed as a cook at the Presbyterian Home in Oil City. Mrs. Britton was a member of the Free Methodist Church on Willow Street in Oil City and was a former member of the Sweet Adelines. She is survived by a daughter, Ellen L. and husband, Leo F. Gefre, of Pawleys Island, S.C.; three sons, Wayne P. Britton and wife, Jane, of Erie, Gerald L. Britton and wife, Karen, of Warren and Melvin E. Britton and wife, Betty, of Oil City Mrs. Britton is also survived by a brother, Clair A. "Bud" Miller and wife, Beverly, of Dempseytown; two sisters, Mrs. Paul (Naomi) Rankin of Tyrone and her twin sister Mrs. Kenneth (Virginia) Mathews of Ann Arbor, Mich.; 11 grandchildren; and 20 great- grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Britton was preceded in death by two sisters, Hazel Mathews and Blanche Winger. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday in the Hutchinson Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Jack Winger, retired United Methodist minister and nephew of Mrs. Britton, officiating. Interment will be at the Lamey Cemetery in Oil City. Nancy J. Byerly, 73, of Leeper, died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, in Cockeysville, Md., at the home of her daughter. Born Jan. 26, 1935, in McDonald, she was a daughter of James O. and Ruth Eiler Early. She was married Sept. 11, 1954, at St. Phillips Church in Crafton, to Charles E. Byerly, who survives. Mrs. Byerly graduated from Crafton High School in 1953 and delighted in her skills as a homemaker from the beginning of her marriage. She canned many fruits and jams from her abundant garden that she shared - in addition to her cooking and baking - with her family and many card-club friends. Mrs. Byerly was an expert seamstress, sewing clothes for all 10 children, including outfitting several brides and dozens of bridesmaids. Mrs. Byerly was mother to seven daughters and three sons. She created a home that was full of love and warmth and that drew many others to seek refuge in their midst. She fostered several high school boys and girls whose families were unable to provide them the necessary support. She also opened her home to several exchange students. Mrs. Byerly provided advice and counsel to several decades of children, family, friends and neighbors. The family home was frequented by people of all ages, faiths, races, abilities and beliefs. Mrs. Byerly and her husband raised their family in various places around the Pittsburgh area, including Wilkinsburg, Lawrenceville and Sheraden. During high school, she worked as a drug store clerk and secretary and volunteered as a Girl Scout leader. Some years later, she returned to work as a home demonstrator for Dutchmaid clothes. Mrs. Byerly spent many years as a caregiver, ensuring the preservation of dignity to the residents at Robinson Center and then at Mayview State Hospital. In 1988, she and her husband retired from Mayview to a new family homestead/cabin in Cook Forest. In addition, to her husband, Mrs. Byerly is survived by 10 children, Nancy Hahn and her husband, James, of Carlisle, Susan Byerly-McGee and her husband, Thomas, of Oakdale, Jean-Marie Padden and her husband, James, of Baltimore, Md., Charles J. Byerly and his wife, Ann Wolf, of Walland, Tenn., Ruth Gerhardt and her husband, Paul, of Baltimore, Md., Audrey Byerly of Michigan City, Ind., Pauline Hoffman and her husband, Rick, of Butler, David Byerly and his wife, Darla, of York, Linda Price of Leeper and Robert Byerly and his wife, Viola, of Carlisle. >From her children, Mrs. Byerly enjoyed the joyful lives of her 20 grandchildren, Chad, Julia, Rachel and Meghan Byerly; Caroline and Benjamin Gerhardt; Richard and Charlotte Hoffman; Nicole Lea; Gregory and Jennifer McGee; Vincent, Nancy, Rita, Victor, Victoria and Veronica Padden; Jane and Paige Price; and Jaimee Torkeo-See. She is also survived by one-great-grandchild, Alex Torkeo, and three sisters-in-law, Pat Early, Esther Early and Sally Early. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Byerly was preceded in death by her brothers, Harry Early and James Early, both of Pittsburgh, and Ronald Early of Casanova, Va.; and two grandchildren, Elizabeth Byerly and Isaac Byerly. 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 Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary Church in Crown with the Rev. Gregory Passauer, pastor, as celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Mary Church Cemetery. Julia Mae Walter Ditz, 91, of Fryburg, formerly of Leeper, died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at her home in Fryburg with her husband, Robert "Mex" Ditz and her family by her side. She was born May 18, 1917, in Grantham, England, to Mary Ann and Thomas Harold Hirst. In 1920, Mrs. Ditz's mother married Charles A. Bostaph of Vowinckel. Her mother and stepfather lived in India before coming to the United States and settling in Vowinckel. The former Julia Bostaph was married in 1935 to Francis "Jake" Walter, who preceded her in death April 17, 1996. On Feb. 14, 1998, she married Robert "Mex" Ditz at St. Mary Church in Crown. Mrs. Ditz was appointed postmaster of the Leeper Post Office in 1955 and retired in 1977. She liked playing golf, painting and writing. Mrs. Ditz is survived by her husband, Robert "Mex" Ditz of Fryburg; two daughters, Judy Fitzgerald of Leeper and Diane Schrecengost and her husband, Ron, of Columbus, Pa.; and six grandchildren, Laurie Sampsell and her companion, John George, Mike Schrecengost and his wife, Tonja, and Joe Schrecengost, all of Corry, Ken Smith of Corsica, and Jacob "Jake" Smith and Heidi Bauer and her husband, Hank, all of Leeper. Mrs. Ditz is also survived by nine great-grandchildren, Jessica Moore and her husband, Bill, of Kenmore, N.Y., Jacki McLaughlin of Leeper, Derek Bauer and his wife, Melissa, of Lucinda, Jacob Smith and Kathleen Smith of Corsica, Megan Sampsell of Townson, Md., Jana Sampsell of Corry, and Jordan Schrecengost and Joshua Schrecengost, both of Corry; one great-great-grandson, William Fitzgerald Moore of Kenmore, N.Y., a brother-in-law, Bernard Heasley of Edinboro, a sister-in-law, Eleanor Bostaph of Cleveland, Ohio; and many numerous Ditz relatives and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Ditz was preceded in death by her first husband, Jake Walter; her brother, George Bostaph; her sister, Florence Hirst Heasley; her son-in-law, William "Bill" Fitzgerald; and her great-granddaughter, Heather Colleen McLaughlin. Friends and family may call from 10 a.m. to noon Friday at the Borland Funeral Home Inc. in Leeper. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Friday at St. Mary Church in Crown with the Rev. David Paulson, pastor of St. Michael Church in Fryburg, as celebrant. Interment will follow in Tylersburg Cemetery. The family suggests donations be made to the Clarion County United Way Fitzgerald Handicap Ramp Fund in honor and memory of her son-in-law, William Fitzgerald, who volunteered his carpentry skills to this project. Betty Marie Hetrick, 83, of Cherry Run Estates, Rimersburg, died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at her home following an illness. Born Oct. 22, 1925, in Huey, she was a daughter of Irvin J. and Clara B. Shick Hetrick. Ms. Hetrick retired as a nurses aide at Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center near Sligo after many years of service. She was a member of Sligo Church of the Nazarene. Ms. Hetrick enjoyed knitting, crocheting and doing crossword puzzles. She is survived by a sister, Patty Wynkoop and her husband, Larry, of Cortland, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Ms. Hetrick was preceded in death by two sisters, Ludell Carr and Betty's infant twin, Audrey; and one brother, William Hetrick. The family will receive friends from noon to 1 p.m. today at the Varner Funeral Home of Rimersburg. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. today at the funeral home with the Rev. John Panneton, pastor of Sligo Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Interment will follow in Rimersburg Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society. Robert E. Lee, 89, a resident of the Golden Living Center in Oil City, died at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009. The Reinsel Funeral Home and Crematory in Oil City is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published at a later date. James Rodney "Jim" McNany, 78, of 4141 200th St., Lake City, Fla., died at 2:10 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, in Haven Hospice, Lake City, Fla. Born Nov. 5, 1930, in Emlenton, he was the son of William Leonard McNany and Leah Kingsley McNany. He was a Korean War veteran and was awarded a Bronze Star. He was married July 6, 1954, to Barbara Smith, who survives. Mr. McNany worked as a draftsman for Joy Manufacturing Co. before he retired in 1992 and moved to Florida. Mr. McNany enjoyed hunting, fishing, landscaping/gardening and construction work, having built two homes for his family. In addition to his wife, Mr. McNany is survived by three children, Matthew McNany and his wife, Michele, of Portland, Ore., Stephen McNany and his wife, Deborah, of Middlefield, Ohio, and Valerie McNany; and four grandchildren, Lauren, Elizabeth, Andrew and Nathan McNany of Middlefield, Ohio. He also is survived by two brothers, Thomas McNany and his wife, Alberta, of Port Richey, Fla., and Richard McNany and his wife, JoAnn, of Summerfield, Fla.; two sisters, Sarah Louise Garlick and her husband, Earl, of Baden, and Leah Joann Addleman and her husband, David, of Cabot; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. McNany was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles McNany and William Leonard McNany Jr. There will be no visitation. The Greenlawn Funeral Home in Jacksonville, Fla., is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to Haven Hospice of Lake City, Fla. Charles Frederick Osgood Jr., 87, of Keene, N.H., died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, in Keene, N.H., after a long illness. Born April 2, 1921, in Claremont, N.H., he was the eldest son of Mildred M. and Charles F. Osgood. After graduating from Stevens High School in Claremont, N.H., he attended the University of New Hampshire as a pre-med student. He served in the Marine Corps in the South Pacific during World War II. He was married in 1949 to the former Rita Bergeron, whom he met while skiing. Mrs. Osgood preceded him in death in 1994. The couple first resided in Pittsburgh, then Long Island, N.Y., and they finally settled in Westmoreland, N.H., in an early 19th century house where they raised their five children. Mr. Osgood was employed as a toolmaker for many years in Keene, and he also had his own machine shop in Westmoreland. Early in his career, he worked with his father, an inventor and patent attorney for the mining industry. Mr. Osgood was an amateur ski jumper and continued to enjoy cross-country skiing into his 70s. A passionate naturalist, he maintained a lifelong interest in wildlife - birds in particular. He loved music, and he especially enjoyed big band and jazz. Mr. Osgood is survived by five siblings, Margaret B. Osgood and Stephen J. Osgood, both of Franklin, John S. Osgood of Cicero, N.Y., Mary L. Irwin of Palestine, Ill., and Sarah L. Miller of Linwood, N.J.; five children, Charles F. III of Acton, Mass., Christopher E. of Princeton, Mass., Susan E. and Sarah J., both of Brattleboro, Vt., and Jill A. of Portland, Maine; and one grandchild, Michael S. Osgood of Acton, Mass. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Fletcher Funeral Home in Keene, N.H. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of C.F. Osgood Jr. to The Harris Center for Conservation Education, 83 Kings Highway, Hancock, N.H., 03449. William A. Spangler Sr., 80, of Carney Road, Strattanville, formerly of DuBois, died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at Christ the King Manor. Born May 24, 1928, in Strattanville, he was the son of the late Floyd and Dora Kahle Spangler. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served as a military policeman. He was married Nov. 9, 1950, to the former Rita Ann Reinsel, who preceded him in death July 18, 1986. Mr. Spangler was retired from Bell Telephone Co. as a PBX technician after 35 years of service. He was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church in DuBois, and he was also a member of the Telecom Pioneers. Mr. Spangler was an avid hunter and carpenter, and he enjoyed golfing. Mr. Spangler is survived by four children, William A. Spangler Jr. and his wife, Joyce, of Quakertown, Kathleen Kowalczyk and her husband, Paul, of Hawley, Mary G. "Trudy" Spangler of DuBois and Nicholas F. Spangler and his wife, Karen, of York; five grandchildren; and one sister, Annabelle Larimer of Elmyra Heights, N.Y. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Spangler was preceded in death by four brothers, Earl Spangler, George Spangler, LeRoy Spangler and Warren Spangler, and two sisters, Lois Miller and Mary Jean Whisner. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home in DuBois. A scriptural wake service will be held at 3 p.m. today at the funeral home. Full military honors will be accorded at 9:15 a.m. Friday at the funeral home by members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church in DuBois with Monsignor Richard Siefer as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Catherine Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to the American Lung Association of Pennsylvania, 3524 West 26th St., Erie, 16506-2035. Online tributes may be sent to www.gbfuneralhome.com. William Whiting Stump Jr., 75, of Sugar Valley Lane, Parker, Allegheny Township, Butler County, died at 2:08 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at his residence following an illness. Mr. Stump was a retired Emlenton businessman. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Hile Funeral Home in Emlenton. A complete obituary will be published Friday in The Derrick. Mary Jane Sutley, 81, of 869 Sugarcreek Drive, Franklin, died at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at Montefiore Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born Jan. 7, 1928, in Franklin, she was the daughter of Glenn Burton Strawbridge and Mina Hazel Courson. She was married Feb. 24, 1945, to Charles A. Sutley, who preceded her in death Sept. 14, 1988. Mrs. Sutley was employed at Franklin Area School District as a custodian. She attended Allegheny Wesleyan Church. She also enjoyed cooking, crocheting, reading, shopping and most of all spending time with her family. Mrs. Sutley is survived by seven children, Robert T. Sutley and his wife, Peg, of Dempseytown, John G. Sutley and his wife, Ale, of Franklin, Lynda Walters and her husband, Bruce, of Franklin, Sandra Ray of Titusville, Chery Karns and her husband, Dave, of Franklin, Judy Bowman and her husband, Robert, of Morgantown, Pa., and Cindy Terry and her husband, Adna, of Franklin. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Sutley was preceded in death by a brother, Robert J. Strawbridge; two sons-in-law, Gary Ray and William Myers Sr.; and one granddaughter, Lori Ann Ray. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home Inc. in Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Jonathan Bell of Allegheny Wesleyan Church officiating. Interment will be in Dempseytown Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Venango County Humane Society. Condolences may be sent online at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com. Getting it right - Kathleen Love Edinger Kathleen Love Edinger, 73, of the Golden Living Center in Shippenville, formerly of Knox, died Saturday morning, Jan. 10, 2009, at Clarion Hospital following an extended illness. Born Nov. 15, 1935, in Emlenton, she was the only child of the late George and Florance Love. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Teresa Edinger; and a grandson. Getting it right - Clarence E. "Buck" Miller Clarence E. "Buck" Miller, 91, formerly of 216 Bissell Ave., Oil City, died at 1:36 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at the Golden Living Center in Oil City after a period of failing health. Mr. Miller had been a member of the Oil City Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Color Guard for many years. Among his survivors is a son-in-law, Charles Jolly and his wife, Heidi, of Florida. There will be visitation from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Church in Oil City before Mass.

The Derrick, January 14, 2009: Sandra K. Bessetti, Oil City area Julia Mae Walter Ditz, Fryburg, formerly of Leeper John P. "Jack" Downie, Moon Township Kristine L. Fink, Shippenville Donald Benson Kinkead, Wichita, Kan. Judith E. "Judy" Lepley, 292 Meadville Pike, Franklin Clarence E. "Buck" Miller, formerly of 216 Bissell Ave., Oil City Mary E. Perry, West Home Road, Emlenton Carl Ray Roelfs, Rehoboth Church Road, Clarion Sandra K. Bessetti, 58, of the Oil City area, died Tuesday morning, Jan. 13, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca. The Hile-Best Funeral Home Inc. of Seneca, Cranberry Township, is handling funeral arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday. More information will also be available at www.hilebest.com. Julia Mae Walter Ditz, 91, of Fryburg, formerly of Leeper, died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at her home. The Borland Funeral Home Inc. in Leeper is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick. John P "Jack" Downie, 66, of Moon Township, died Monday, Jan. 12, 2009. Born Oct. 7, 1942, in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late John M. Downie and Elizabeth Baer Downie. Mr. Downie served as CEO of several manufacturing corporations, where he was a pioneer and promoter of the plastics industry. Most recently, he was the COO of the Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh, where he shared God's love with those he touched. He was a member of St. Philip Episcopal Church in Moon Township. Mr. Downie was adored by all his family. In addition to his wife, Judith A Weber, he is survived by five daughters, Adrienne D. Fournier and her husband, Bob, of Connecticut, Michelle E. Downie of Texas, Janet Anderson and her husband, Mike, of Erie, Tracy Butler and her husband, Wesley, of Virginia, and Jill Bohannon and her husband, Chad, of York; eight grandchildren, Simone, Gil, Morgan, Johanna, Amber, Andrew, Jakob and Claire; and two brothers, William Downie and Thomas Downie and his wife, Kate. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Moon Township (corner of Beaver Grade and Coraopolis Heights Road). Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Philip Episcopal Church in Moon Township. Private interment will take place at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in Bridgeville. Memorial contributions may be made to The Shepard's Heart Fellowship in Pittsburgh. Kristine L. Fink, 51, of Shippenville, passed away unexpectedly Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at her home. She was born Jan. 11, 1958, in Clarion, the daughter of Clair and the late Dorothy Groner Bauer. She graduated from North Clarion High School in 1975. She was married to Rodney Fink on Oct. 15, 1977, and he preceded her in death. She was member of St. Michael Church in Fryburg and the Clarion Civic Club. She was employed for 34 years at Farmers Mutual Insurance of Marble. In her spare time she enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandson, Joey, and watching her son race through the years. She was the proud godmother of Brock McCloskey, Stacy Siegel and Kayla Bauer. She is survived by a daughter, Jill Spence and her husband, Tom, of Shippenville; a son, Daniel Fink and his wife, Rachel, of Emlenton; her grandson, Joseph Spence of Shippenville; her father, Clair Bauer of Tionesta; two sisters, Angelene McCloskey and her husband, Doug, of Lickingville, and Pauline Hargenrader and her husband, Perry, of Venus; and a brother, Kenneth Bauer and his wife, Barb, of Wattsburg. Also surviving are two brothers-in-law, William Fink and his wife, Twila, of Clarion, and Brian Fink and his wife, Terrie, of Strattenville; and nieces and nephews Brock, Garret and Brent McCloskey, Stacy Siegel and her husband, Brian, Karlie and Kayla Bauer, Jennifer Fink and Kyle and Brilyn Fink. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rodney Fink; her mother, Dorothy Bauer; a sister, Jolene Bauer; a brother-in-law, William Fink; and grandparents Ambrose and Regina Bauer and Henry and M. Susan Groner Friends will be received from 1 to 3 and 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Faller Funeral Home Inc. in Fryburg. Parish prayer services will be held at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Michael Church in Fryburg with the Rev. David Poulson, church pastor, as the presider and the Rev. Monty Sayers as concelebrant. Burial will be in the St. Michael cemetery following the Mass. The family suggests memorials be made to St. Michael Church or the Charitable Deeds Foundation, 98 Hickory Nut Lane, Knox, 16232. Donald Benson Kinkead, 80, died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, at Via Christi Medical Center, St. Francis Campus in Wichita, Kan. Born June 4, 1928, in Philipsburg, he was the son of Lawrence and Ella Lupton Kinkead. He was a 1946 graduate of Philipsburg High School and a graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. Mr. Kinkead was a veteran who served with the U.S. Army from 1946-48. Most of his service was in Kyoto, Japan. He retired from Love Box Co. in 2003 where he was a structural designer. He had worked as a designer and graphic artist in the box industry for more than 40 years, including employment in North Tonawanda, N.Y., Washington, Pa., and Jeannette. The early years of his career included work in outdoor advertising, designing and selling placemats and menus to restaurants in western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio. He was also an art supervisor for East Brady High School and five elementary schools. Mr. Kinkead had a desire to be a servant of God and to share his faith and gifts with others. During his lifetime, he was an active member of the United Methodist church , including St. Paul United Methodist, Wichita, Kan.; First United Methodist, North Tonawanda, N.Y.; First United Methodist, Jeannette; Mars United Methodist; East Brady United Methodist; Smithfield Street United Methodist, Pittsburgh, where Mr. Kinkead made many life-long friends; and Trinity United Methodist, Philipsburg. In his free time, he was active in the Protestant ministry and a servicemen's choir that toured surrounding communities. His church activities included service as a lay leader, choir member, youth leader, sign painter, creative consultant, member of the ABC Sunday School class and United Methodist men. An avid gardener, Mr. Kinkead maintained beautiful flower beds and abundant vegetable gardens until his health prohibited that pastime. Mr. Kinkead is survived by his wife of 53 years, Dolores E. McKinney Kinkead, whom he met at Smithfield Street United Methodist in Pittsburgh. In addition to his wife, Mr. Kinkead is survived by a daughter, the Rev. Angela Gay Kinkead of Buckhannon, W.Va., one son, Sterling Dean Kinkead of Wichita, Kan.; one sister, Jean Kinkead Fooks and her husband, Bob, of Philipsburg; four sisters-in-law, Adean McKinney of Brookville, Marion McKinney McNaughton of Palmetto, Fla., Marilyn McKinney of Youngsville and Carolyn McKinney Motter and her husband, Clair, of Brookville; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Kinkead was preceded in death by an infant brother. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at Sligo Presbyterian Church. A celebration of life service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the church following visitation. Interment will follow at Grandview Cemetery in Sligo. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church, Wichita, Kan. Condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilymortuaries.com. The Culbertson-Smith Mortuary, 115 S. Seneca, Wichita, Kan., is in charge of arrangements, assisted by McKinney Funeral Home, Brookville. Judith E. "Judy" Lepley, 60, a resident of 292 Meadville Pike, Franklin, died Tuesday morning, Jan. 13, 2009, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born Nov. 7, 1948, in Oil City, she was a beloved daughter of the late Leroy E. Ziegler Sr. and Genevieve (McDonald) Ziegler. She was married Nov. 12, 1971, to Larry E. Lepley, who survives. She attended the Oil City area schools and was a 1967 graduate of A-C Valley High School. As her health permitted, Mrs. Lepley was employed as an activities assistant at both the Venango Manor and Sugar Creek Station, where she had previously worked for 35 years. Her greatest joy was as a caregiver to the elderly residents for whom she had cared and with whom she had become friends. She enjoyed bowling and spending quality time with her family and was a member of the Lupher Chapel United Methodist Church. Mrs. Lepley will be deeply missed by all who had come to know her. In addition to her husband of 37 years, she is survived by two brothers, Leroy E. "Gene" Ziegler Jr. and wife, Joyce, of Oil City and Ronald Ziegler and wife, Roxanne, of Cooperstown; and six sisters, Mary England of Franklin, Jackie Goughler and husband, Barry, of Rocky Grove, Donna Slatton and husband, Dennis, of Zebulon, N.C., Lily Krizon and husband Larry, of Cooperstown, Brenda Pressley and husband, Dan, of Quakertown and Victoria Jackson and husband, Rick, of Titusville. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews and extended family members. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a..m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Henrietta Serrins, pastor of the Lupher Chapel United Methodist Church, officiating. Entombment will follow in the Cooperstown Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 10 West Front St., Oil City, 16301, or to the Venango County Humane Society, P.O. Box 1045, Oil City, 16301. Clarence E. "Buck" Miller, 91, formerly of 216 Bissell Ave., Oil City, died at 1:36 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at the Golden Living Center in Oil City after a period of failing health. Born Aug. 25, 1917, in Oil City, he was the son of the late William and Mabel Schneider Miller. He was a 1936 graduate of Oil City High School. Mr. Miller served as a T-sergeant in the U.S. Army during World War II, where he was a platoon leader with the Ninth Infantry Division. He was awarded numerous battle decorations including the Purple Heart with one Oak Leaf Cluster for action in Tunisia, Sicily, Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe. Mr. Miller worked for many years in the newsroom of The Derrick as assistant news editor and later manager of classified advertising. He later went to work for Quaker State where he became assistant sales promotion manager until his retirement in 1981. He was very active in the community, having served on the Junior Chamber of Commerce and the Oil City Building and Housing Authority for many years. He was a long-time member of the Oil City Knights of Columbus and the Fourth Degree Assembly of the Knights of Columbus, and he was also a member of American Legion Post 32 in Oil City. Mr. Miller was also the master of ceremonies for the Good Friday Men's Breakfast for more than 25 years. He was a parishoner at St. Joseph Church in Oil City and was active in many church organizations including the Holy Name Society, Prime Timers, cemetery board and the ushers. Mr. Miller was married July 27, 1948, at St. Stephen Church in Oil City to the former Rita Smith of Cranberry, and she survives. Also surviving are one daughter, Holly Miller of Oil City; one son, William Miller of Oil City; three grandchildren, Vanessa and Tracy Sells, Cheryl and Mark Zihmer and Bryan and Beth Jolly; five great-grandsons, Noah, Gabe, Chase, Owen and Wyatt, all of Florida; one brother, Jack Miller of Colorado; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Sandra A. Jolly; one son, Gary E. Miller; and one sister, Dorothy Moon. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Reinsel Funeral Home in Oil City. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Church in Oil City with Msgr. John W. Swoger, pastor at St. Joseph, presiding. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery with full military honors provided by the V.E.T.S. Honor Guard. Condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com. Mary E. Perry, 90, of West Home Road, Emlenton, Richland Township, Venango County, died Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at Brookville Hospital following a short illness. Born Feb. 11, 1918, she was the daughter of Ernesto and Theresa Gallo Marziale. She was married Nov. 16, 1940, in Westview, to Franklin H. Perry, who preceded her in death Dec. 22, 2000. Mrs. Perry was a member of St. Michael Roman Catholic Church in Emlenton. She was a member of the church's RCIA, Altar Rosary Society and the pie and soup making group. Mrs. Perry was an avid reader who also enjoyed embroidery, playing cards and scrabble, and baking. She assisted her husband in taking communion to community shut-ins. Mrs. Perry is survived by two sons, Robert J. Perry and his wife, Debbie, of Parker, and Gary J. Perry and his wife, Teresa, of Marion Center; four daughters, Gloria Greenwood and her husband, Richard, of Howard, Ohio, Mary Beth Henshaw and her husband, Charles, of Franklin, Debra Butler and her husband, Thomas, of Clearfield, and Jean Armes and her husband, Norbert, of Greensburg; 16 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and one sister, Madeline U'Ren of Pittsburgh. In addition to her parents and her husband, Mrs. Perry was preceded in death by one sister, Josephine Anzaldi, and three brothers, Henry Marziale, Arthur Marziale and Fred Marziale. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 1 to 3 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Hile Funeral Home Inc., 1204 Kerr Ave., Emlenton. Members of the St. Michael Church will recite the rosary during the afternoon visitation Thursday. A prayer service will be at the funeral home Friday morning. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Michael Roman Catholic Church in Emlenton with the Rev. Jan Olowin, church pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in St. Michael Cemetery in Emlenton. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael Roman Catholic Church, P.O. Box 177, Emlenton, or the charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.hilefh.com. Carl Ray Roelfs, 47, of Rehoboth Church Road, Clarion, died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, at his residence. He was born Nov. 13, 1961, in Anchorage, Alaska. He was raised by Warren and Eleanor Harnish, formerly of Clarion, whom he called aunt and unc. Mr. Roelfs was a carpet layer and he loved fishing. He also served in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Roelfs is survived by a loving daughter, Rhea Lynn Roelfs of Fisher, who was his pride and joy. He is also survived by his mother, Eleanor Harnish of Easley, S.C.; one brother, Sam Harnish of Michigan City, Ind.; and three sisters, Lorie Glaser of Manhattan, Kan., Beth Weber of Seneca, S.C., and Janet Switzer of Franklin Preceding him in death was his father, Warren Harnish. There will be no visitation, and memorial services will be held at the convenience of the family. The Goble Funeral Home and Crematory, 330 Wood St., Clarion, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to www.goblefh.net.

The Derrick, January 13, 2009: Aiden J. Carroll, Lucinda Kathleen Love Edinger, Golden Living Center, Shippenville Kristine Fink, Millerstown Warren Evan McCool, Idlewood Trailer Park, Franklin Mary E. Perry, Brookville, formerly of Emlenton Patricia L. Smith, 426 Black Hill Road, Frenchcreek Township Aiden J. Carroll, six months, of Lucinda, died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, at Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh following an extended illness. Born June 23, 2008, he was a son of Joseph P. and Julie A. Siegel Carroll. He was a member of St. Joseph Church in Lucinda. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a maternal great-grandmother, Grace Ochs; a maternal grandmother, Judy Siegel; and his paternal grandparents, Thomas and Marjorie Carroll, all of Lucinda. He is also survived by numerous aunts and uncles and by the family dog, Biscuit. He was preceded in death by his maternal great-grandparents, Bernard and Bertha Siegel; a maternal great-grandfather, Francis Ochs; his paternal great-grandparents, Maurice and Katherine Bauer and Augustin and Elizabeth Carroll; his grandfather, John Siegel; and his step-grandfather, Steve Seigworth. Friends and family will be received from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Borland Funeral Home Inc. in Leeper. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m.Thursday at St. Joseph Church in Lucinda with the Rev. William C. Miller officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to Children's Hospital CICU, 3705 5th Ave., Pittsburgh 15213; or St. Joseph School in Lucinda. Kathleen Love Edinger, 73, of the Golden Living Center in Shippenville, formerly of Knox, died Saturday morning, Jan. 10, 2009, at Clarion Hospital following an extended illness. Born Nov. 15, 1935, in Emlenton, she was an only child of the late George and Florance Love. She married Floyd L. (John) Edinger Jr., who preceded her in death in 1986. Mrs. Edinger was a homemaker and an avid reader who will be remembered for her beautiful crafts and sewing. She is survived by two daughters, Janelle Kellerman and husband, Gene, of Knox, and Karen Beck and husband, Bob, of Nickleville; three grandchildren, Stacey McCauley and her companion, Paul Miller, of Knox, Megan Holley and husband, Tim, of Sligo, and Shawn Beck of Nickleville; and four great-grandchildren, Bryan Miller of Knox and Jakob, Joshua and Jayson Holley of Sligo. Due to inclement weather, a memorial service will be planned at a future date. The William N. Rupert Mortuary Inc. of Knox is in charges of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be sent to the family at 1758 Ritts Station Road, Knox. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.rupertfuneralhomes.com. Kristine L. Fink, 51, of Millerstown, passed away unexpectedly Monday morning, Jan. 12, 2009. The Faller Funeral Home Inc. in Fryburg is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick. Warren Evan McCool Jr., 49, of Idlewood Trailer Park, Franklin, died Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009, at his residence. Born May 29, 1959, in Franklin, he was the son of Warren Evan McCool Sr. and Dortha Stewart. Mr. McCool was employed at A. Crivelli Auto where he worked in the service department. He was a movie fan who enjoyed making model cars and spending time with his nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Mr. McCool is survived by four sisters, Nora Cheers and her husband, Don, of Franklin, Justeen Hart and her husband, Robert, of Titusville, Sharon Spence and her husband, J.R., of Cooperstown, and Patty Ritchey and her husband, Lewis, of Franklin; two brothers, Sam McCool of Franklin and Ralph McCool and his wife, Carolyn, of Meadville; his special friend, Carly Kline of Franklin, and her three daughters, Megan Kline, Lexis Kline and Kaitlynn Kline of Franklin; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Mr. McCool was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, a brother, Roger McCool; and a sister, Penny McCool. Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home Inc., 1315 Chestnut St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Jonathan Bell of Allegheny Wesleyan Church officiating. Interment will be in Franklin Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com. Mary E. Perry, 90, of Brookville, formerly of Emlenton, died at 8:55 a.m. Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, in Brookville Hospital. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Hile Funeral Home in Emlenton. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday. Patricia L. Smith, 77, of 426 Black Hill Road, Frenchcreek Township, died peacefully at 11:10 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, in her home surrounded by her family. Born Feb. 10, 1931, in Franklin, she was the beloved daughter of the late Lewis R. and Helen M. Wygant Frantz. Mrs. Smith attended Franklin schools and graduated from Franklin High School in 1948. She first worked as a cashier at the former Riverside Market of Franklin, and in most recent years she was employed as a custodial supervisor at Polk Center. She retired from there in 1990 after 20 years of service. As her health permitted, Mrs. Smith enjoyed playing cards and cooking, and she had an active involvement with the Utica senior citizens group. She also enjoyed spending quality time with her family, most especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star for many years. Mrs. Smith is survived by four children, Cecil Edward Smith Jr. and his wife, Carroll, of Sandy Lake, Robert Michael Smith and his friend, Doris, of Franklin, Lou Anne Smith of Franklin, and Janet Lee Carlson and her husband, Matt, of Sugarcreek. She is also survived by six grandchildren, Cory Wayne Smith and his wife, Deb, of Sandy Lake, Dawn Marie Price and her husband, Gene, of Pittsburgh, Marci Lynn Young of Franklin, and Cody Jon Carlson, Jesse Reese Carlson and Haley Lynn Carlson; all of Sugarcreek; two great-grandchildren, Tyler Howard and Baylee Young, both of Franklin; and one step-great-granddaughter, Abby Beiter. She is also survived by a brother, Richard Lewis Frantz II of Franklin. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by one daughter, Diana Lynn Smith, one sister, Barbara Joan Murdoch, and one sister-in-law, Patt Frantz. Friends may call from noon to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Timothy E. Hartle Funeral Home, 1328 Elk St., Franklin. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Susan Evans, Venango County VNA Hospice chaplain, officiating. Interment will be in Franklin Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to The American Cancer Society, 10 West Front St., Oil City, 16301.

The Derrick, January 12, 2009: Corona R. Dashner Bowen, Lickingville Daniel B. Breniman, Shippenville Kathleen Joan Edinger, Shippenville, formerly of Knox William D. Flinchbaugh, Oil City David James "D.J." Kellogg, Volant Conrad L. "Jiggs" Minich, Fairmount City Helen L. Richey, Franklin Memorial service set for Donna Eidson Corona R. Dashner Bowen, 90, of Sunny Road, Lickingville, died Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at the Golden LivingCenter in Shippenville. Born Dec. 4, 1918, she was a daughter of the late Henry E. and Korona R. Schmid Bickel. She was married March 11, 1936, to Alire Dashner, who preceded her in death on May 25, 1969. Later she married Elmer Bowen and he preceded her in death in February 1973. Mrs. Bowen was a member of Good Shepard United Methodist Church and enjoyed crocheting, quilting and gardening. She is survived by two sons, William Henry Dashner and wife, Marilyn, of Lickingville and Edward Leroy Dashner of Franklin; a brother, George "Hank" Bickel of Seneca; nine grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husbands, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Elda Wilson and Ardelle Reagle and a brother, R. Dewayne Bickel. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Faller Funeral Home, Inc. in Fryburg. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Dave Coul presiding. Following the service, Mrs. Bowen will be buried in the Venus Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the Good Shepard United Methodist Church or Faller Funeral Home, Inc. Daniel B. Breniman, 62, of Route 66, Shippenville, died unexpectedly Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009, at his home. Born May 11, 1946, in Jefferson County, he was a son of Gene C. Breniman and Joan Reinsel Breniman Pasquarette. He was married Feb. 21, 2000, to Diana Hoffman Breniman, who survives. Mr. Breniman served in the Army Reserves. He was a Catholic. He worked as the controller for Kahle's Kitchens and belonged to the American Legion Post #66 in Clarion. In addition to being an avid golfer, Mr. Breniman was a member of the Clarion Oaks and the Pinecrest Country Club. Along with his wife, he is survived by his mother, Joan Reinsel Breniman Pasquarette and his step-father, Roy, of Shippenville; two sons, Eric Breniman of Philadelphia and Tyler Breniman of South Korea; two step-sons, Michael Bowersox of Seattle, Wash., and Terry Bowersox of Woodbridge, Va.; and four brothers, Patrick, James and Benjamin Breniman, all of Shippenville and Samuel Breniman of Emporium. He is also survived by three sisters, Margaret Breniman of Alabama, Kathryn Hardgrove of Virginia and Jayne Beichner of Shippenville. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Thomas and Jon Breniman. Visitation will be from from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.Tuesday at the Goble Funeral Home & Crematory, 330 Wood St in Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Monty Sayers officiating. Interment will be held at the Clarion Cemetery. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.goblefh.net. Kathleen Joan Edinger, 73, of Shippenville, formerly of Knox, died Saturday morning, Jan. 10, 2009, at the Clarion Hospital. A complete obituary will be published in the Tuesday edition of the Derrick. The William N. Rupert Mortuary, Inc. of Knox is in charge of arrangements. William D. Flinchbaugh, 61, a resident of the Oil City Presbyterian Home for the last one and a half years, died at 7:16 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009, in the nursing home after a six-year battle with cancer. Born Feb. 24, 1947, in Oil City, he was a son of the late Albert and Pauline Whitmer Flinchbaugh. Mr. Flinchbaugh was a 1966 graduate of Cranberry High School and a 1968 graduate of Triangle Tech. He worked as a draftsman at CPT for five years, prior to becoming a chef. Later, he worked at the Carriage Inn, Oil Baron, Iron Bridge at Hunter 's Station, Yellow Dog Lantern and finally with the Franklin Club. Mr. Flinchbaugh enjoyed camping, cooking lavish meals for his family and friends, black labs and beagles and the Steelers. He is survived by a brother, Richard Flinchbaugh of Seneca. There will be no visitation. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be held in Brandon Cemetery. The Morrison Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. David James "D.J." Kellogg, 84, a resident of 1223 Plain Grove Road, Volant, Plaingrove Township, Lawrence County, died at 11:35 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009, at Orchard Manor in Grove City. Born Nov. 21, 1924, in Mercer Township, Butler County, he was a son of the late William Lorenzo Kellogg and Fannie Florence Cooper Kellogg. He was married March 14, 1946, to H. May Garlick, who preceded him in death on March 26, 2007. Mr. Kellogg, along with his family, owned and operated Kellogg Farms, Inc. and Kellogg Trucking, LLC. He was a Protestant. He enjoyed working, hunting and his dog, Annie. He is survived by two daughters, Carol L. Burnett and husband, Robert, of Harrisville and Mary Lou Phipps and husband, Ronald, of Mercer; three sons, David James "Jim" Kellog Jr. and wife, Karen, of Slippery Rock, Daniel Joseph "Joe" Kellogg and wife, Jill, of Slippery Rock and Mark Scott Kellogg and wife, Theo, of Slippery Rock; 17 granchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a brother, William W. Kellogg and three infant grandchildren. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Smith Funeral Home, 421 New Castle Street in Slippery Rock. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with Linda Kellogg, CLP and director of ministries for the Coolspring Presbyterian Church in Mercer, officiating. Interment will be held in the North Liberty Cemetery, Liberty Township, Mercer County. The family suggests memorials to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh 15205-4620. Conrad L. "Jiggs" Minich, 76, of 2368 Carriage Road, Fairmount City, died Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at Brookville Hospital. Born March 14, 1932, in North Freedom, he was a son of the late Conrad Leroy Minich and Hazel Estella (Boddorf) Minich. He was married June 1, 1963, to Leah Jane (Hoffman) Minich, who survives. He served as a combat engineer with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Mr. Minich worked as a heavy equipment operator and coal truck driver with various companies, including Minich Coal Co. and Reddinger Coal Co. He enjoyed farming and watching the Cattle Auction. He also liked NASCAR and being around his family, especially his grandchildren. Mr. Minich was a member of Leisure Run United Methodist Church. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two children, Jeff Minich and wife, Jane, of Lucinda and Jerod Minich and wife, Heidi, of Henryville; five grandchildren, Alana, Sam and Logan Minich of Lucinda and Jenn and Eli Minich of Henryville; a sister, Verna Reitz and husband, A.K., of Mayport; and three brothers, Wayne Minich of Brookville, Glenn Minich and wife, Delores, of Home and Clyde Minich and wife, Joanne, of Clarion. In addition to his parents, Mr. Minich was preceded in death by two brothers, Grail Minich and John Darl Minich. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Jodie Smith and the Rev. Joe Short, pastors of the Redbank Valley United Methodist Ministries, officiating. Interment will be held in the North Freedom Cemetery, Ringgold Township, Jefferson County. Helen L. Richey, 96, a resident of 558 Pioneer Road, Franklin, died at 6 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009, at her residence. Born may 23, 1912, in Franklin, she was a daughter of the late Thomas C. Richey Sr. and Maud Clever. Mrs. Richey was employed for 39 years at Manifold Printing and was a member of the East Grove United Methodist Church. Memorial service set for Donna Eidson A memorial service will be held in honor of Pleasantville resident Donna M. Eidson at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Pleasantville United Methodist Church. The date incorrect in Saturday's edition of The Derrick