The Derrick, June 12, 2009: Richard "Dick" Bryan Fetterolf, Rocky Grove Lillie E. "Sally" Holmes, 4 Edgewood Drive, Oil City Nancy J. Kriebel, Parker James M. Knupp, 38475 Armstrong Road, Centerville Sharon K. Lutz, 9136 U.S. Route 322, Cranberry Grace Maxine Yarnell Roberts, formerly of Oil City and Cochranton Edward J. Silkroski, Baden Guy L. Slaughenhaupt, 630 Liberty St., Franklin Helen G. Westlake, of Orchard Manor, Pine Township, Grove City Richard "Dick" Bryan Fetterolf, 60, of Rocky Grove, died Wednesday, June 10, 2009, at UPMC Northwest. Born March 24, 1949, in Franklin, he was the son of Camilla Fetterolf and the late Harry B. Fetterolf. Dick returned to Franklin after retiring from U.S. West in 2002. His 36 years working for the telephone company were spent in Arizona and Minnesota. Dick loved nature and outdoor activity. He enjoyed boating, hunting, fishing, ice fishing and hiking in the woods. He loved animals and will be missed by his dog, Abby and his cat, Katie. Dick's home repair and building talents were exceptional. He could tackle any project from carpentry to electric work to laying cement. His work showed the touch of a perfectionist of details, and family youngsters referred to him as "Bob the Builder". In additon to his mother, he is survived by a sister, Constance Abel and her husband, Lee, of Chalfont; two brothers, E. John Fetterolf and his wife, Linda, of Lansdale, and Jeffrey B. Fetterolf and his wife, Georgie, of Lawrenceville, Ga; and his children, Bryan Fetterolf and Carrie Fetterolf of Phoenix, Ariz., Jennifer Fetterolf of Dallas, Texas, and Matthew Fetterolf and his wife, Heather, of Beaufort, S.C. Also surviving are a special friend from childhood, David Bierbach and his wife, Nancy; and his wonderful neighbors, including Dave and Sue Green and Barry and Kathy McClintock. Mr. Fetterolf's body will be cremated, and private services will be held for family and friends. Mr. Fetterolf's family requests that his memory be honored by continuing the fight against cancer and protecting the earth's environment. Huff Chapel Inc., 312 West Park St., Franklin, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to www.huffchapel.com Lillie E. "Sally" Holmes, 64, of 4 Edgewood Drive, Oil City, died at 12:45 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, 2009, at her residence after a short illness. Born Dec. 20, 1944, in Oil Creek Township, Venango County, she was the daughter of the late Emmert Holmes and Mae Ella Walters Neely. Sally was disabled. OnSept. 25, 1951, at the age of 5, she moved to Polk Center and made it her home for the next 28 years. She had been residing in the Oil City area for the remainder of her lifetime. She had a pleasant disposition and was a pleasure to be around, and she enjoyed people. Sally started every day laughing about someone or something. She looked forward to her daily trips to the Venango Training and Development Center in Cranberry. Sally is survived by a sister, Maebelle Kerr, a resident of Polk Center; and two special friends, Patricia Schiffer and Leda Boal, both of Oil City. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Goldie Graham, Emmert Holmes, Wilbert Holmes, Albert Kerr and infants Wilbert Kerr and Charles Holmes. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Reinsel Funeral Home & Crematory in Oil City. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in Cochranton Presbyterian Church with Pastor Harvey Boal officiating. Nancy J. Kriebel, 73, of Parker, passed away Wednesday afternoon, June 10, 2009, at the Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center near Sligo of complications from cancer. Born Jan. 11, 1936, at Dutch Hill, Perry Township, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Harold and Rachel McIlwain Barger. Mrs. Kriebel was a member of Park Hill Church of God in West Freedom. She was a homemaker, mother and wife who, in addition to her own children, nurtured and helped raise numerous children. Mrs. Kriebel is survived by her husband, Claude Kriebel; a son, Jeff Barger and his wife, Mary Jane, of Parker; a sister, Bonnie Hahn and her husband, Donald, of Knox; three brothers, Jim Barger of Parker, Dan Barger of Parker and Dennis Barger of Clarview; a special niece, Nichoel Barger, who lived with Nancy and Claude for 22 years; one grandchild and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Kriebel was preceded in death by four sisters, Nira Belle Pennington, Pauline Sabich, Ruby Barger and Jean Preston; and a brother, Jerry "Tink" Barger. Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. today at the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Homes Inc. in Parker. A private family funeral service will be held at the funeral home with the Rev. Dan Myers officiating. Online condolences may be sent to buzardfuneralhomes.com. James M. Knupp, 64, of 38475 Armstrong Road, Centerville, died at 6:58 a.m. Wednesday, June 10, 2009, at Titusville Area Hospital, surrounded by family and friends. He was born Feb. 26, 1945, in Warren, to Gilbert M. Knupp and the late Janet M. McChesney. He was a 1965 graduate of Oil City High School. Mr. Knupp was a veteran of the Vietnam War, having served in the U.S. Army. He entered the service July 31, 1965, in Pittsburgh. He spent one year in Vietnam, where he survived five fire fights and was wounded in action. Mr. Knupp was honorably discharged July 30, 1968, with the rank of sergeant, and he was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He was employed for 30 years with GTE in the installation and repair division until his retirement in 1998. Mr. Knupp was a lifetime member of Bruce Shorts VFW Post 5958 in Titusville, a member of the Linesville American Legion, and a former member of the Titusville Jaycees, the Pioneer Club of GTE and the Iron Worker and Boilermaker's Union. Mr. Knupp also enjoyed fishing, golfing and being around his friends and making them laugh. He is survived by his father, Gilbert M. Knupp, and stepmother, Kay, of Anderson, Ind.; his former wife, Patricia Mong Knupp of Titusville; and three children, Gregory A. Knupp and his wife, Chris, of Pleasantville, James B. Knupp and his wife, Melinda, of Tacoma, Wash., and Deanna Heath and her husband, Dave, of Guys Mills Also surviving are six grandchildren, Allison Lingo and her husband, Matt, Stephen Vogus, Rachel Knupp, Cherry Mae Montreuil, Chrismillia Montreuil and Andreo Montreuil; four great-grandchildren, Luke Lingo, Samuel Lingo, Max Lingo and Aaron Vogus; two sisters, Connie Rice and her husband, Don, of Franklin, and Sue Elliot of Anderson, Ind.; two brothers, Carl Knupp and his wife, Myrna, of Anderson, Ind., and Gary Knupp and his wife, Penny, of Franklin; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m. today at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home, 303 N. Washington St., Titusville. A full military service will follow conducted by officers and members of Bruce Shorts VFW Post 5958. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shine Taylor Scholarship Fund, c/o Bruce Shorts VFW Post 5958, 206 St. John St., Titusville, 16354. Sharon K. Lutz, 55, of 9136 U.S. Route 322, Cranberry, the Venango County director of domestic relations, peacefully completed her life's journey while surrounded by her family at 1:20 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, 2009. She was being cared for at UPMC Northwest in Seneca following a three-year battle with breast and bone cancer. Born Jan. 17, 1954, in Franklin, she was adored by her two loving parents, Ronald "Pappy" and Maxine "Meme" Dunlap. Sharon had many fond memories of being raised in Sugarcreek alongside her loving big sister, Rhonda Dunlap Weaver. She was a 1971 graduate of Rocky Grove High School. Sharon would have celebrated her 25th wedding anniversary with husband Stephen Lutz on Nov. 3 this year. Her world revolved around her children, and she especially loved with all her heart her special disabled son, Eric. Eric David, 37, Tora Faye, 31, and Emily Anne, 21, were the apples of her eye and she loved to tell about how special her children were to her. In addition to her three children, she was a "Second Mom" to many. Sharon dedicated 30 years of service to Venango County as the domestic relations director. She deeply believed in fighting for the rights of children and made it her life's work. Her deep commitment was demonstrated as she continued to work throughout her entire illness. Sharon had a unique zest for life and always managed to make laughter arise out of any topic. She was able to find humor in her battle with cancer up until her last days. She was known for her quick-witted humor, intelligence and "one of a kind" personality. She enjoyed shopping, reading, crocheting, chocolate, Sudoku, sitting around the campfire, car cruises, bike nights, horror movies and Wednesday night poker with the guys. Most of all she enjoyed sharing time and making memories with family and friends, most of the time simply conversing over coffee and cigarettes. Sharon made every birthday and holiday special even when she was sick during her treatments. In addition to her parents, husband and children, she will be greatly missed by her brother-in-law, John Weaver; and her special niece, Genny Rebecca and husband, Mark Strausbaugh, and their children, Riley and Becca. She will also be missed by her two dogs, Lady Bug and Tucker Joe and granddogger Kenya Lynn. Sharon is also survived by many wonderful friends and fellow cancer friends. Sharon and her 26 cancer friends who have died will continue to provide their surviving friends with support for all who are affected by cancer. 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 Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. A procession will begin at noon Sunday at Huff Chapel and continue to Lupher Chapel Cemetery, where graveside services will be conducted by the Rev. Sue Montgomery, pastor of Nickleville Presbyterian Church. The family has suggested memorial donations be made to the Easter Seal Society of Venango County, P.O. Box 231, Franklin, 16323; or The Kirtland Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 108, Franklin, 16323. Online condolences may be sent to www.huffchapel.com Grace Maxine Yarnell Roberts, 87, formerly of Oil City and Cochranton, died Wednesday, June 3, 2009. Born Dec. 30, 1921, in Oil City, she was the daughter of Florence Perry Yarnell and William Guy Yarnell. She was born in the home of her grandparents, Thomas Lincoln Perry and Emma Jeanetta Standley Perry. She was married for 47 years to Robert H. Roberts, who preceded her in death. Grace's father, William Yarnell, was a former mayor of Cochranton and owned the newsstand/soda fountain in Cochranton where Grace spent many happy hours as a young lady. Her grandfather, Thomas Perry, was a carpenter on Drake's Well in Titusville. Grace and her husband, Bob, along with Jack and Berneice Swartzman, were the proprietors of the CloverFarm market in Meadville prior to moving to Los Angeles in 1951. They owned and managed a clothing store in Los Angeles for more than 30 years. Grace was a sweet and gentle woman who will be missed by her family and all who knew her. She is survived by two sons, William "Bill" Roberts and his wife, Adina, and Ronald "Ron" Roberts and his wife, Thuc; two grandchildren, Dr. Alisa Roberts and Stacy Roberts Gilhooly and her husband, Michael; and two step-grandchildren, Lisa Phan and Jimmy Phan. Also surviving are a sister-in-law, Berneice Roberts Swartzman and her huband, Jack; seven cousins, including Arlene Ward Dougherty of Ft. Collins Colo., Anna Ward Larsen of Meadville, Mel Ward of Lionsville, Rita Mohnkern of Raffin, Mich., and Lois Mohnkern of Knoblauch, Ohio; 11 nieces and nephews, 19 grand-nieces and grand-nephews and 10 great-grand nieces and great-grand-nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, William Yarnell; and two sisters, Evelyn Yarnell Woodring and Marian Yarnell Riley. Funeral services will be held at 12.30 p.m. Saturday at Forest Lawn, Glendale, Calif., at the Little Church of the Flowers. Interment will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Grace's name to the charity of one's choice. Grace Maxine Yarnell Roberts, 87, formerly of Oil City and Cochranton, died Wednesday, June 3, 2009. Born Dec. 30, 1921, in Oil City, she was the daughter of Florence Perry Yarnell and William Guy Yarnell. She was born in the home of her grandparents, Thomas Lincoln Perry and Emma Jeanetta Standley Perry. She was married for 47 years to Robert H. Roberts, who preceded her in death. Grace's father, William Yarnell, was a former mayor of Cochranton and owned the newsstand/soda fountain in Cochranton where Grace spent many happy hours as a young lady. Her grandfather, Thomas Perry, was a carpenter on Drake's Well in Titusville. Grace and her husband, Bob, along with Jack and Berneice Swartzman, were the proprietors of the CloverFarm market in Meadville prior to moving to Los Angeles in 1951. They owned and managed a clothing store in Los Angeles for more than 30 years. Grace was a sweet and gentle woman who will be missed by her family and all who knew her. She is survived by two sons, William "Bill" Roberts and his wife, Adina, and Ronald "Ron" Roberts and his wife, Thuc; two grandchildren, Dr. Alisa Roberts and Stacy Roberts Gilhooly and her husband, Michael; and two step-grandchildren, Lisa Phan and Jimmy Phan. Also surviving are a sister-in-law, Berneice Roberts Swartzman and her huband, Jack; seven cousins, including Arlene Ward Dougherty of Ft. Collins Colo., Anna Ward Larsen of Meadville, Mel Ward of Lionsville, Rita Mohnkern of Raffin, Mich., and Lois Mohnkern of Knoblauch, Ohio; 11 nieces and nephews, 19 grand-nieces and grand-nephews and 10 great-grand nieces and great-grand-nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, William Yarnell; and two sisters, Evelyn Yarnell Woodring and Marian Yarnell Riley. Funeral services will be held at 12.30 p.m. Saturday at Forest Lawn, Glendale, Calif., at the Little Church of the Flowers. Interment will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Grace's name to the charity of one's choice. Edward J. Silkroski, of Baden, died Thursday, June 11, 2009, in his home. Mr. Silkroski was the father of Janet Betz, of Knox, with whom he briefly made his residence. Friends will be received from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the John Syka Funeral Home, 833 Kennedy Dr., Ambridge. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Linmore Ave., Baden. Guy L. Slaughenhaupt, 87, of 630 Liberty St., Franklin, died at 8:50 a.m. Wednesday, June 10, 2009, at his home. Born Aug. 31, 1921, in Rouseville, he was the son of John H. and Maude Miles Slaughenhaupt, both of whom preceded him in death. He moved to Rocky Grove at an early age and was a 1939 graduate of Rocky Grove High School. He served as president of the Athletic Association of the high school. Following graduation, he was active in the alumni association and served as its president in 1948, the 50th anniversary of its inception. Mr Slaughenhaupt was married June 3, 1949, to the former Barbara Burgert, who preceded him in death March 30, 2004. He was employed at Chicago Pneumatic Tool Co. in Franklin until entering the Army in November 1942. He was a member of the 104th Infantry Division, the Timberwolf, the first division to land in France directly from the United States. Mr. Slaugenhaupt served in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany and helped free the Nordhausen concentration camp. He was awarded the Bronze Star, Combat Infantry Badge and the following medals: Northern France, Rhineland, Central Europe, American Service, European African Middle Eastern Service, Good Conduct, Army of Occupation, World War II Victory, Dutch Resistance Commemoration and the Medal of Liberated France. He was discharged in November 1945. Guy had been a member of the National Timberwolf Association since 1945. He was active in the organization of the Ohio chapter in 1974, and he served as its president and hosted 13 reunions of the Timberwolves in this area. He also was a member of the North Atlantic Timberwolf chapter. Mr. Slaughenhaupt was employed at the Franklin Post Office from 1946 until his retirement in 1980. For 29 years his route was the business section and upper residential area of Franklin. A member of the National Association of Letter Carriers, he served as chief steward for several years. He was awarded his 50-year membership pin in 1996 from Erie Branch 284, N.A.L.C. He became a member of First Presbyterian Church in Franklin in 1960 after having been a member of Rocky Grove Avenue Presbyterian Church for 27 years. Guy joined the Rocky Grove Volunteer Fire Department in 1939 and served as lieutenant in 1942. He was a charter member of the Fireman's Band, remaining active until it dispersed. He was also a member of the Franklin Jaycees, and he served on the Venango County and Franklin bicentennial committees. He was a supporter of the Franklin Civic Operetta Association since its inception in 1958. Mr. Slaugenhaupt had been an active member of the Franklin Kiwanis Club since 1980, and he was honored as "Man of the Year 1983." He was a member of the following Masonic bodies: Myrtle Lodge 316 F&AM, Oil City Lodge of Perfection, Valley of New Castle Consistory and the Washington Club. He and his wife were active in District 1B, Order of the Rainbow for Girls, and for many years he served on the advisory board of Franklin Assembly 19. He was awarded honorary memberships in the Oil City, Titusville, Meadville, Emlenton and Clarion Assemblies. He received the Grand Cross of Colors, the organization's highest honor. Guy was well known for his interest in historic preservation and was instrumental in the passage of the ordinance establishing the Franklin Historical District. He served as the first chairman of the Historical Architectural Review Board, serving in that capacity for nine years. Mr. Slaugenhaupt also served as a consultant for the Pennsylvania Historical Commission. For many years he provided a program on "old Franklin" and Monarch Park. He was a member of the Venango County Historical Society, and he received the Oil Heritage Region award for individual preservation initiative in 1998. Surviving are five nieces, eight nephews and many great- and great-great- nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a sister, Evelyn Pierce; and two brothers, Charles and Franklin Slaughenhaupt.. Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m today in the Huff Chapel, 312 W. Park St., Franklin. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Samuel T. Gibb, pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Franklin, officiating. Interment will be made in Franklin Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to www.huffchapel.com Helen G. Westlake, 97, died Tuesday, June 9, 2009, at Orchard Manor in Pine Township, Grove City, following a two-week illness. She had lived at Orchard Manor since July 11, 2003. Prior to moving to Orchard Manor, she had lived on Millbrook Road, Worth Township, in Jackson Center for 72 years Born Jan. 21, 1912, in Cherrybusco, Ind., she was the daughter of Edward Melvin McClausin and Myrtle Margaret Van Meter, both of whom preceded her in death. She graduated in 1928 from Grove City High School. She was married May 7, 1931, to William John Westlake, who preceded her in death Oct. 28, 1978. Mrs. Westlake was a homemaker, barber, gardener and seamstress. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting. Mrs. Westlake was a member of Millbrook Presbyterian Church since 1940, where she taught Sunday school for many years and was also an elder. She was a member of the Rebekah Lodge of Hendersonville. Mrs Westlake is survived by two daughters, Margaret "Peggy" Lorincz of Jackson Center and Dorothy "Dottie" Grace and her husband, Jack, of Grove City; a daughter-in-law, Rosita L. Westlake of Leesville, La.; a sister, Mary Kelly of Landor, Wyo.; and two brothers, Robert McCauslin of Texas and Clarence McCauslin and his wife, Alice, of Columbus, Ohio. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great -grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sons, John E. Westlake, who died in 2008, and an infant son.; a grandson, John Edward Westlake; five sisters, Gladys Clark, Millie Ross, Florence Shaffer, Ruth Carlson and Norma J. Young; and five brothers, James, Gerald, Paul, Wayne and Fred McCauslin Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Cunningham Funeral Home Inc. of Grove City. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Terry Greenlee of Millbrook Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment will be in Union Home Cemetery, Wolf Creek Township, Mercer County.