BLAIR COUNTY, PA - OBITUARIES, from the "ALTOONA MIRROR," SEPTEMBER 12-21, 1999
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INDEX
Buterbaugh, Dorothy M. September 12, 1999, A9
Carney, Margaret R. September 12, 1999, A9
Cherry, Lola A. September 12, 1999, A9
Collins, James A. September 12, 1999, A9
McFalls, Bertha A. "Honey" September 12, 1999, A9
Parisi, Patrick M. September 12, 1999, A9
Rouzer, James E. September 12, 1999, A9
Snider, Lisa D. September 12, 1999, A9
Steele, John R. September 12, 1999, A9
Troxell, Dorothy L. September 12, 1999, A9
Wertz, Donald L. September 12, 1999, A9
Alcott, Paul I. September 13, 1999, A9
Carney, Margaret R. September 13, 1999, A9
Cherry, Lola A. (Gable) September 13, 1999, A9
Colebaugh, Howard R. September 13, 1999, A9
Collins, James A. September 13, 1999, A9
Laird, Mildred I. (Bubb) September 13, 1999, A9
Lender, C. Louise (Cossick) September 13, 1999, A9
Rouzer, James E. September 13, 1999, A9
Snider, Lisa D. September 13, 1999, A9
Treese, Michael H. September 13, 1999, A9
Troxell, Dorothy L. (O'Shell) September 13, 1999, A9
Wertz, Donald L. September 13, 1999, A9
Arthurs, Dorothy P. (Burk) September 14 1999, A8
Badorrek, Emilie (Malsatski) September 14, 1999, A8
DeYulius, Elizabeth M. (Sorichetti) September 14, 1999, A8
Dillon, Mary J. September 14, 1999, A8
Gault, Mary C. (Thomas) September 14, 1999, A8
Givler, RObert V. September 14, 1999, A8
Irons, Margaret L. (Oatman) September 14, 1999, A8
Jones, Rayona C. (Jones) September 14, 1999, A8
Krawick, Albert P. September 14, 1999, A8
Lewis, Vera L. (Bothwell) September 14, 1999, A8
Delozier, Grace I. (Dodson) September 15, 1999, A11
Dillon, Mary J. September 15, 1999, A11
Krawick, Albert P. September 15, 1999, A11
Massini, M. Ruth (Edelblute) September 15, 1999, A11
McKee, Robert F. September 15, 1999, A11
Shaw, Gladys I. (Smith) September 15, 1999, A11
Straw, Alice L. (Kness) September 15, 1999, A11
Conrad, John N. September 16, 1999, A11
Dillon, Mary J. September 16, 1999, A11
Dore, John H. September 16, 1999, A11
Kristofco, Catherine M. (Ritz) September 16, 1999, A11
McKee, Robert F. September 16, 1999, A11
Repko, Mildred (Spinner) September 16, 1999, A11
Schuman, Dorothy (Rosenband) September 16, 1999, A11
Sneath, Robert E. September 16, 1999, A11
Bollinger, Gerald C. September 17, 1999, A9
Hauser, Pauline S. J. September 17, 1999, A9
Thomas, James R. September 17, 1999, A9
Baughman, Robert W. September 18, 1999, A9
Bender, Dennis F. September 18, 1999, A9
Cowher, A. Pearl September 18, 1999, A9
Ergler, Steven T. September 18, 1999, A9
Hansel, John H. "Jack" September 18, 1999, A9
Hauser, Pauline S. (McMaster) September 18, 1999, A9
Manganella, Henry P. September 18, 1999, A9
Manning, Mary E. "Betty" (Bishop) September 18, 1999, A9
McGowan, Thomas Jr. September 18, 1999, A9
Miller, James H. September 18, 1999, A9
Wagner, Cordelia E. September 18, 1999, A9
Barr, Ophelia L. "Fee" (Luther) September 19, 1999, A7
Hunter, Bertha M. (Vetter) September 19, 1999, A7
Kurtz, Beth W. September 19, 1999, A7
Mountain, Violet B. September 19, 1999, A7
Stiffler, Elizabeth C. September 19, 1999, A7
Wagner, Cordelia E. (Fronk) September 19, 1999, A7
Barr, Ophelia L. "Fee" (Luther) September 20, 1999, A7
Billy, Stella V. September 20, 1999, A7
Jaronieski, Rose M. (Kowalczyk) September 20, 1999, A7
Kaltenbrunner, Mary (Westenkirchner) September 20, 1999, A7
Marshall, Treyjin September 20, 1999, A7
Mountain, Violet B. (Jones) September 20, 1999, A7
Short, Paul J. September 20, 1999, A7
Altoona Mirror, Altoona, PA, Obituaries, 12-21 September 1999.
Please note that the September 21, 1999, obituaries are missing.
Bertha A. McFalls
Mrs. Bertha A. ''Honey" McFalls, 77, 712 N. Fourth Street, Bellwood, died
Friday evening, September 10, 1999, at Altoona Hospital, following a brief
illness. She was born February 2, 1922, in Bellwood, the daughter of the
late Robert T. and Florence (Bowers) Douglass. She married Charles E. "Elsy"
McFalls January 8, 1941, in Cumberland, MD. He died January 13,
1980. Mrs. McFalls was a member of Bellwood Church of the Brethren. She
attended Bellwood-Antis High School. Mrs. McFalls was a homemaker. She
enjoyed making crafts. She was a member of Ladies Auxiliary, Fraternal
Order of Eagles, Bellwood, Logan Valley Grange and Bellwood Antis Alumni
Association. Surviving are four daughters: Doris A. Clouser of Reightown,
Betty J. McClellan of Tyrone, Carol L. Ruggiere, with whom she resided, and
Helen M. Oswald of Altoona; four sons: Harold E. of Downingtown,
Charles L. of Flinton, Robert E. of Gardner, MA, and Richard L. of
McKeesport; two brothers; Kenneth of Kenmore, NY, and William of North
Tonawanda, NY; 19 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren.
Friends will be received from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Monday at Jon C. Russin
Funeral Home, Bellwood.
McFALLS- Private funeral services for Bertha A. McFalls will be held at the
convenience of the family by the Rev. Alan Brumbaugh. Interment will be made
at Blair Memorial Park, Antis Township. Friends will be received from 9:30
to 11 a.m. Monday at Jon C. Russin Funeral Home, Bellwood. Donations in
Bertha's memory may be made to the Palliative Care Department of Altoona
Hospital or the Bellwood Ambulance Association. Surviving are three
daughters-in-law: Eloise McFalls, Linda McFalls, and Barbara McFalls; three
sons-in-law: Marvin Clouser, Paul Ruggier and George Oswald; and two
sisters-in-law: Betty Douglass and La Gretta Douglass. She was preceded in
death by two brothers: Elray Douglass and Elwood Douglass; a son-in-law,
Ellis McClellan, who died July 13, 1999, one great-grandchild; and a
sister-in-law, Shirley Douglass.
Altoona Mirror, September 12, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Memorial: Pat Quintilli - September 12, 1998. (photo)
Lisa Diane Snider
Ms. Lisa Diane Snider, 33, of Claysburg RD, formerly of New Enterprise, died
Thursday afternoon, September 9, 1999, at Conemaugh Memorial Hospital,
Johnstown. She was born September 8, 1966, in Roaring Spring, the daughter
of Ronald E. and Shelby (Reffner)
Snider. She was a member of the New Enterprise Church of the Brethren. She
was employed at PennDOT, Bedford County in Housekeeping and dispatching. She
also was a waitress in the Bedford area. She was a 1984 graduate of Central
High School, Martinsburg. Surviving are her mother and father of New
Enterprise RD; two sons: David Van Pelt IV and Jacob R. Van Pelt, both of
Bedford; two sisters: Ronda Feather of Deep Creek, MD and Nevette of New
Enterprise RD; and her grandparents: Kenneth and Freeda Reffner of Roaring
Spring. There will be no viewing, but friends will be received 7 to 9 p.m.
Sunday in the J. Gary Thompson
Funeral Home, Roaring Spring.
SNIDER- Funeral services for Lisa Diane Snider of Claysburg RD, formerly of
New Enterprise
will be held at the convenience of the family by the Rev. Robert C. Langtry.
Interment in Bedford
Memorial Park Cemetery. There will be no viewing, but friends will be
received 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring
Spring. She was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Jacob, who died May
29, 1969.
Altoona Mirror, September 12, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
James E. Rouzer (photo)
James E. Rouzer, 72, Beverly Healthcare-Hillview, died Saturday, September
11, 1999, at the center. He was born February 19, 1927, in Altoona the son
of the late Chester and Nancy (Davis)
Rouzer. He was a member of Fairless Hills United Methodist Church, Fairless
Hills and a member of Grace United Methodist Church. Mr. Rouzer retired from
United States Steel, Fairless Hills, in 1985. He was a First Class Seaman in
the United States Navy and served in World War II, serving on the U.S.S.
Lyman K. Swenson. He was a member of Masonic Scottish Rite, Altoona Jaffa
Temple, Toll Cedars of Lebanon 131, and American Legion. Surviving are a
son, Ronald of Royersford; a sister, Alma Isenberg of Johnstown; a brother,
William of Butler; and a grandson. Friends will be received from 3 to 5 p.m.
Sunday, at Leslie E. Axe Funeral Home.
ROUZER- Funeral services for James E. Rouzer will be held at Sunday 4:30
p.m. at Leslie Axe
Funeral Home by Pastor Daniel Schultz. Friends will be received from 3 to 5
p.m. Sunday at Leslie Axe Funeral Home. Surviving are a grandson, Joshua
Rouzer; and a daughter-in-law, Michele. Memorial contributions can be made
to The American Cancer Society.
Altoona Mirror, September 12, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Dorothy M. Buterbaugh
Mrs. Dorothy M. Buterbaugh, 78, Cherry Tree RD 2, died Friday September 10,
1999, at St. Andrew's Villiage, Indiana. She was born September 14, 1920, in
Mechanicsburg, the daughter of
Russell and Evelyn (Stevens) Whitehead. She married the late William M.
Buterbaugh. He died in 1994. Mrs. Buterbaugh was a member of the Uniontown
Church of Christ, where she was a member of the Ladies Bible Class, and
taught Sunday School. Mrs. Buterbaugh was a member of
the Cherry Tree Civic Club and former member of the Rebeka's Lodge.
Surviving are three sons: William R of Cherry Tree, James A. of Somerset
and David E. of Landenberg; two daughters: Judith A. Elick and Sharon M.
O'Shell, both of Cherry Tree; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two
great-great-grandchildren; and a step-grandson. Friends will be received
from 1 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Long-Contres Funeral Home, Cherry
Tree. Interment will be made at East Ridge Cemetery Arrangements by
Long-Contres Funeral Home, Inc.
Altoona Mirror, September 12, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
James A. Collins
James A. Collins, 226 E. Fifth Avenue, died Saturday afternoon, Sept. 11,
1999, at Altoona Hospital Center for Nursing Care. Arrangements by Jones
Funeral Home.
Altoona Mirror, September 12, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Lola A. Cherry
Mrs. Lola A. Cherry, 95, Blair Christian Home, Duncansville, formerly of
Blair Tower and Second Avenue, died Saturday evening, September 11, 1999, at
Bon Secours-Holy Family
Hospital following a brief illness. Arrangements by William G. Bigelow II
Funeral Home, Altoona.
Altoona Mirror, September 12, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Patrick M. Parisi (photo)
Patrick M. Parisi, 70, 502 Third Ave., died Saturday, September 11, 1999, at
Altoona Hospital. He was born April 22, 1929, in Altoona, the son of the
late Ralphael and Pasquelina Parisi. He married Dolores M. Fagan December
26, 1950, in Altoona. Mr. Parisi was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
Catholic Church. He was employed by Pennsylvania Railroad but retired
from the Pennsylvania National Insurance Company as a licensed agent. He was
a 1947 graduate of Altoona High School. He served in the United States Army,
fighting in the Korean conflict.
Mr. Parisi enjoyed golfing and fishing. He was a member of American Legion
A&J Iaia post and the Heidleberg. Surviving are a daughter, Donna M.
Stiffler of Altoona; a son, Daniel P. of Salisbury; and a sister, Helen
Faretta of Altoona; and four grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2
to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Santella Funeral Home, Altoona.
PARISI- A funeral Mass for Patrick M. Parisi will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday
at Our Lady of Mt.
Carmel Church. Committal will be at Calvary Cemetery Friends will be
received from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Santella Funeral Home,
where a vigil of the deceased will follow after. Surviving are a
daughter-in-law, Roberta Parisi; and four grandchildren: Tommy, Danny, Steve
and Christine. He was preceded in death by two brothers: Daniel and Michael
Parisi; and a sister, Regina Parisi.
Altoona Mirror, September 12, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Margaret Ruth Carney
Mrs. Margaret Ruth Carney, 85, Fairview, Altoona, died Saturday morning,
September 11, 1999, at Morrisons Cove Home, Martinsburg. She was born
December 16, 1913, in Tremont, the daughter of Charles and Emma Louise
Simmendinger. She married Albert S. Carney September 25, 1943, in State
College. Mrs. Carney was a member of Christ Second Lutheran Church.
She was a registered nurse and a homemaker. She graduated from Tremont High
School in 1931 and Blockley School of Nursing in 1934. She received a
bachelor of science degree in Public
Health Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania. She was a member of
Order of
the Eastern Star, White Shrine of Jerusalem and the Daughters of the Nile.
Surviving are her husband; three daughters: Mary L. of Sierra Madre, CA,
Barbara A. Oare of Mogadore, OH, and Margaret D. Hatch of Altoona; one
grandson; and two great-grandsons. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and
7 to 9 p.m. Monday and 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday at E. Merrill Smith Funeral
Home, Broad Avenue.
CARNEY- Funeral services for Margaret Ruth Carney will be held at 10 a.m.
Tuesday at E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home Inc., 2309 Broad Ave., Altoona,
with Pastor Roger M. Harms officiating. Friends will be received from 2
to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday and 9 until the 10 a.m. time of services
Tuesday at E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home, Broad Avenue. Interment will be at
St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, Belleville. In remembrance of Margaret Ruth
Carney, those who wish may make contributions to the Charity Foundation
of 'the Grand Holy Royal Arch Chapter of Pennsylvania, Masonic Temple, 1 N.
Broad St., Philadelphia. She is survived by a grandson: Douglas Oare of
Worwich, CT; and two great-grandsons: Patrick and Adam Oare of Norwich,
CT. She was preceded in death by two sisters: Alma Simmendinger and Marian
Simmendinger.
Altoona Mirror, September 12, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
John R. Steele
John R. Steele, 81, 794 Topaz Drive, Rockledge, FL, formerly of Martinsburg,
died Thursday September 9, 1999 at residence in Rockledge, FL. He was born
May 5, 1918, in Martinsburg. He retired as a manager from Bell Atlantic
Telephone Harrisburg, in 1980 after 35 years of service. Mr. Steele was a
member of Elks Lodge 1744 in Melbourne, FL, Royal Order of the Moose, Life
member of the Telephone Pioneers of America, and a member of Space Trackers
Square Dance Club. He was a World War II Army veteran. Surviving are his
wife, Helen Steele of Rockledge, FL; a son, Gary Steele of Montgomery; a
daughter, Deborah Saline of Camp Hill; three grandchildren; and one
great-granddaughter. No services will be held. Arrangements by East Coat
Cremation, Rockledge.
Altoona Mirror, September 12, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Dorothy L. Troxell
Mrs. Dorothy L. Troxell, 73, Coalport, died Saturday afternoon, September
11, 1999, at her residence following a brief illness. Arrangements by
McQuown Funeral Home, Glasgow.
Altoona Mirror, September 12, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Donald L.Wertz
Donald L. Wertz, 65, Box 507, Hollidaysburg RR 3, died Saturday afternoon,
September 11, 1999, at Beverly Healthcare-Hillview. Friends will be received
from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday at Sorge Funeral Home, Hollidaysburg.
Altoona Mirror, September 12, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
James A. Collins (photo)
James A. Collins, 67, 226 E. Fifth Avenue, died Saturday afternoon,
September 11, 1999, at the Altoona Hospital Center for Nursing Care,
following an extended illness. He was born July 15, 1932, in Altoona, the
son of Joseph B. and Florence A. (Himes) Collins. He married Mary Jeanne
Crowl, May 6, 1952, in Winchester VA. Mr. Collins was a member of St. Mark's
Catholic Church. He retired as a warehouse man in 1982, from the A&P
Warehouse, after 31 years of service. He also worked at the Altoona Hospital
Community Mental Health Center until 1991, with seven years of service. Mr.
Collins was a 1951 graduate of Altoona High School. He was a member of the
International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 110. Surviving are his wife;
two daughters: Sharon of Hollidaysburg and Linda of Dublin, Ohio; a sister,
Ann Wessner of Altoona; and a brother, Joseph of Austin, TX; one grandson;
and two great-grandsons. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Kathleen L.
Taylor, who died April 8, 1977. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7
to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Jones Funeral Home.
COLLINS- The funeral Mass will be held Wednesday 10 a.m. at St. Mark's
Catholic Church. Committal rites will be at Logan Valley Cemetery, Bellwood.
A vigil for the deceased will be held Tuesday afternoon. In lieu of flowers,
please make donations to the American Heart Association, American Cancer
Society or Williamson Free School of Trades, 106 S. New Middletown Rd,
Media, PA 19063. Also surviving is a grandson, Brett Amheiser; a
granddaughter-in-law, Jennifer Amheiser; two great-grandsons: Alex and Jack
Amheiser; and Linda's friend John Flores of Dublin OH. Mr. Collins was a
devoted family man, hard-worker and always willing to help others. He loved
his grandson and his family. He was always there for us.
Altoona Mirror, September 13, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Lola A. Cherry
Mrs. Lola A. Cherry, 95, Blair Christian Home, Duncansville, formerly of
Blair Tower and Second Avenue, died Saturday evening, September 11, 1999, at
Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital, following a brief illness. She was born
June 29, 1904, in Altoona, the daughter of Irvin P. and Annie M. Gable. She
married Raul R. Cherry March 4, 1926, at Fourth Lutheran Church, Altoona. He
died October 9, 1963. Mrs. Cherry was a member of Second Avenue United
Methodist Church. She formerly was employed as a clerk at W.F. Gable Co. for
over 50 years. She was a former member of the Quarter Century Club at
Gable's Department Store. Mrs. Cherry enjoyed entertaining at her cottage in
Linns Crossing, Hollidaysburg RD. Friends will be received from 1 to 2 p.m.
Tuesday at William G. Bigelow II Funeral Home.
CHERRY- Services for Lola A. Cherry of Blair Christian Home, Duncansville,
will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at William G. Bigelow II Funeral Home by the
Rev. Andy R. Morgan. Interment will be at Antis Cemetery. Friends will be
received from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday at William G. Bigelow II Funeral Home.
Mrs. Cherry was the last of her immediate family and was preceded in death
by several brothers and sisters. In Lola's memory, contributions can be
given to Second Avenue United Methodist Church.
Altoona Mirror, September 13, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Memorial: Wess Diehl Jr. - September 13, 1998.
Donald L.Wertz (photo)
Donald L. Wertz, 65, Box 507, Hollidaysburg RR 3, died Saturday afternoon,
September 11, 1999, at Beverly Healthcare-Hillview. He was born February 23,
1934, in Loop Station, Hollidaysburg, son of the late Virgil M. and Helen E.
(Snowberger) Wertz. Mr. Wertz was a member of West Loop Missionary Church
and its Sunday school class and served as assistant pianist. He also
attended Loop Station Community Church, where he served as pianist. He
played the piano for church groups and community functions. He formerly was
employed by the
Blair County Garage, Hollidaysburg, Dave's Dream and Chilcote's Restaurant.
Mr. Wertz was a 1952 graduate of Hollidaysburg Senior High School and a 1957
graduate from Bethel College, with a bachelor of arts degree. Mr. Wertz was
a member of the Cross Keys Senior Citizens Group
and the Duncansville Golden Agers. He is survived by two brothers: Kenneth
H. and Robert E., both of West Loop, Hollidaysburg. Friends will be received
from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Sorge Funeral Home,
Hollidaysburg.
WERTZ- Funeral services for Donald L. Wertz will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday
at Sorge Funeral Home by Pastor David L. Foor. Interment will be made at
Alto-Reste Park. He is survived by five nieces and nephews, 14 great-nieces
and nephews and four aunts. Memorials may be given to WJSM Radio,
Martinsburg. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at
the funeral home. Mr. Wertz enjoyed helping others.
Altoona Mirror, September 13, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Michael H. Treese
Michael H. Treese, 42, Morrisons Cove Home, Martinsburg, formerly of
Roaring Spring, died
Saturday evening, September 11, 1999, at the home, following an extended
illness. He was born January 8, 1957, in Roaring Spring, the son of Ted and
Donna (Grace) Treese. Mr. Treese was a member of Trinity United Methodist
Church, Roaring Spring. He was employed as a computer
programmer at Seton Company, Saxton. Mr. Treese was a 1974 graduate of
Central High School, Martinsburg. He enjoyed fishing and working on cars.
Surviving are his father and mother of Roaring Spring; a daughter, Kirsten
of Bellwood; two sons: Jason and Nicholas, both of Bellwood; two sisters:
Cheryl of Atlanta and Becky Shaw of Roaring Spring; a brother, Kevin of
DuBois; and two grandmothers: Ethel Treese of Roaring Spring and Louise
Grace of Duncansville. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9
p.m. Tuesday in J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring Spring.
TREESE- Funeral services for Michael H. Treese of Morrisons Cove Home,
Martinsburg, formerly of Roaring Spring, will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday
at Trinity United Methodist Church, Roaring Spring by the Rev. Mark Stamm.
Interment will be made at Greenlawn
Cemetery, Roaring Spring. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to
9 p.m. Tuesday at J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring Spring. In lieu of
flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Morrisons Cove Home, The
Trinity United Methodist Church, Roaring Spring, or The Roaring Spring
Community Library.
Altoona Mirror, September 13, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
C. Louise Lender
Mrs. C. Louise Lender, 71, University Park Nursing Center, State College,
died Sunday evening, September 11, 1999, at University Park Nursing Center.
She was born April 4, 1928, in
Coalport, the daughter of Frank and Alberta (Walker) Cossick. She married
Edward J. Lender November 24, 1954, in Coalport. He died December 6, 1995.
Mrs. Lender was a member of
First United Methodist Church. She retired as a sales clerk from G.C. Murphy
in 1992, after 13 years of service. Mrs. Lender was a 1946 graduate of
Baccaria Coalport Irvona High School. She was a member of Order of the
Eastern Star and Daughters of the Nile. Surviving are three sons:
Edward E of Fort Myers, FL, and Robert D. and Richard J., both of Altoona;
two brothers: Garth Cossick and Ben Cossick, both of Coalport; seven
grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Friends will be received from 11
a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday at E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home Inc., Broad Avenue.
LENDER- Funeral services will be held at 12 p.m. Tuesday at E. Merrill Smith
Funeral Home Inc., 2309 Broad Ave., Altoona, with the Rev. James A. Bishop
officiating. Interment will be at Alto-Reste Park. In remembrance of C.
Louise Lender, those who wish may make contributions to the charity of their
choice.
Altoona Mirror, September 13, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Howard R. Colebaugh Jr.
Howard R. Colebaugh Jr., Uniontown, died Friday, September 10, 1999, at
the Uniontown Hospital. He was born in Imler, the son of he late Howard R.
Sr. and Bertha (Benton) Colebaugh.
Mr. Colebaugh was a veteran of World War B serving in the U.S. Navy.
Surviving are his wife, Vera K. Colebaugh of Claysburg; a daughter, Ellen
Sell of Claysburg; a son, Chris Colebaugh of Claysburg; three sisters:
Kathleen Robinson and Mary Grabil, both of Akron, Ohio, and Joyce Cober of
Berlin; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Friends will be
received until
10 a.m. today at Stephen R. Haky Funeral Home, Uniontown. Entombment will be
at Sylvan
Heights Cemetery.
Altoona Mirror, September 13, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Mildred I. Laird
Mrs. Mildred I. Laird, 77, Ohesson Manor, Lewistown, formerly of North Queen
Street, McVeytown, died Sunday morning, September 12, 1999, at the manor.
She was born October 25, 1921, the daughter of Herman and Bessie M. (Aurand)
Bubb. She married Paul E. Laird, Sr., who was born in Altoona. Mrs. Laird
was a member of McVeytown Presbyterian Church. She retired as a cafeteria
worker from Mifflin County School District. Surviving are her husband; two
daughters: Gloria J. Ronk of McVeytown and Joyce Laird of Burnham; a son,
Paul E. Jr. of McVeytown; a brother, Floyd S. Bubb of Fairless Hills; three
sisters: Beverly McWilliams of Haventown, Louise Rusmak of Yandley and Emma
Romig of McClune. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Nancy, July 6,
1999. There will be no public viewing. Arrangements by Barr Funeral Home.
LAIRD- Funeral services for Mildred I. Laird will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday
at Graveside Mattawana Cemetery, McVeytown. Interment will be at Mattawana
Cemetery, McVeytown. Memorial contributions can be made to Ohesson Manor,
276 Green Avenue, Lewistown.
Altoona Mirror, September 13, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Paul I. Alcott
Paul I. Alcott, 75, Box 545, Hollidaysburg RR 2, died Sunday morning,
September 12, 1999, following a brief illness. He was born June 5, 1924, in
Altoona, the son of the late Edward and Missouri (Cochron) Alcott. He
married Elda M. Kephart October 2, 1943, in Annapolis, MD. Mr. Alcott
retired December 19, 1986, as a foreman from PennDOT. He served in the US
Army during World War II. Mr. Alcott enjoyed camping. He was a member of the
Cresson Post of the American Legion, Portage Lodge of Free & Accepted
Masons, Scottish Rite-Valley of Altoona, associate member of Fraternal Order
of Police and a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Duncansville.
Surviving are two daughters: Wanda M. Bryant of Hollidaysburg and Mary Ann
Traxler of Port Matilda; a sister, June Moyer of FL; and four grandchildren.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Plank,
Stitt and Stevens Funeral Home, Hollidaysburg.
ALCOTT- Services for Paul I. Alcott, of Box 545, Hollidaysburg RR 2, will be
held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Plank, Stitt and Stevens Funeral Home by Pastor
D. David McCaulley. Interment will be at New Canoe Creek Cemetery. Friends
will be received from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Plank, Stitt
and Stevens Funeral Home, 421 Montgomery Street, Hollidaysburg. In lieu of
flowers, contributions can be made to American Heart Association, Port
Matilda Church of God, RD 3 500 W. Front Street, Port Matilda, PA 16870. Mr.
Alcott was preceded in death by a brother, George; and two sisters: Valerie
Szink and Mary Hann. Also survived by four grandchildren: Rodger and Heather
Traxler and Doug and Adam Bryant; and several nieces and nephews.
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Dorothy L. Troxell
Mrs. Dorothy L. Troxell, 73, Coalport, died Saturday afternoon, September
11, 1999, at her residence, following a brief illness. She was born October
31, 1925, in Lyleville, the daughter of the late Daniel and Goldie
(Hooper) O'Shell. She married Hubert L. (Whitey) Troxell November 14, 1942,
in Coalport. She had worked as a seamstress at Cleardon Manufacturing Co.,
Coalport, for 12 years. Mrs. Troxell was a 1943 graduate of Beccaria
Township High
School. Surviving are her husband; a daughter, Judith A. Gallaher of
Coalport; a son, Thomas L. of Clearfield; a brother, Donald of Lyleville;
seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Friends will be
received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at McQuown Funeral Home,
Glasgow.
TROXELL- Funeral services for Dorothy L. Troxell will be held Tuesday at 1
p.m. at McQuown Funeral Home, Glasgow. Friends will be received from 2 to 4
and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at McQuown Funeral Home, Glasgow. Interment at
the Lyleville Cemetery, Coalport, RD. Also preceded in death by 10 siblings.
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FUNERAL NOTICES
JAMES E. ROUZER _ Funeral services for James E. Rouzer, Beverly
Healthcare-Hillview, will
be held at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, at Leslie Axe Funeral Home by Pastor Daniel
Schultz. A vigil for
the deceased will be held Monday Friends will be received from 3 to 5 p.m.
Sunday at Leslie Axe Funeral Home. Surviving are a grandson, Joshua Rouzer;
and a daughter-in-law, Michele. Memorial contributions can be made to
The American Cancer Society.
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LISA DIANE SNIDER _ Funeral services for Lisa Diane Snider of Claysburg
RD, formerly of
New Enterprise, will be held at the convenience of the family by the Rev.
Robert C. Langtry Interment will be in Bedford Memorial Park Cemetery. There
will be no public viewing, but friends will be received 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday
at J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring
Spring. She was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Jacob, who died May
29, 1969.
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Dorothy P. Arthurs
Mrs. Dorothy P. Arthurs, 83, 2410 Seventh Ave., died Sunday morning,
September 12, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital, following an
extended illness. She was born June 20, 1916, in Altoona, the daughter of
the late Vera (Ott) Burk. She married John Arthurs August 18, 1937, in
Altoona. He died December 19, 1993. Mrs. Arthurs enjoyed going out to dinner
and watching videos. Surviving are three sons: Richard and John Jr., both of
Altoona, and Gary of St. Alban, WV; six grandchildren; 11
great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. Friends will be
received from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at The Stevens Mortuary Inc.
ARTHURS- Funeral Services for Dorothy P. Arthurs, 2410 Seventh Ave., will be
held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Memorial Chapel of Stevens Mortuary by the Rev.
George D. Townsend. Interment will be at Blair Memorial Park, Bellwood.
Friends will be received from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at The Stevens Mortuary
Inc., 1421 Eighth Avenue, Altoona. The family requests in lieu of flowers
contributions may be given to the family C/O John Arthur Jr., 2410 Seventh
Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602.
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Emilie Badorrek (photo)
Mrs. Emilie Badorrek, 90, East Grant Ave., Altoona, formerly of Penn Avenue,
Revloc, died Monday, September 13, 1999, at home. She was born January 29,
1909, in Neu Werder, East Prussia, Germany, the daughter of the late
Christoph and Marie (Olschewski) Malsatzki. She married Gustav Badorrek
September 3, 1929, at St. James Lutheran Church, Altoona. He died June 26,
1981. Mrs. Badorrek was a member of Revloc Presbyterian Church. Surviving
are a daughter, Edith Trinks, with whom she resided; a sister, Marie Kerstan
in Poland; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded
in death by a son, Gunther, who died in 1963. Friends will be received from
2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Askew-Houser Funeral Homes Inc.,
Ebensburg.
BADORREK- Funeral services for Emilie Badorrek, Altoona, formerly of
Revloc, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Revloc Presbyterian Church
by the Rev. Stanley Bhasker. Interment will be at Lloyd Cemetery, Ebensburg.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at
Askew-Houser Funeral Homes Inc., Ebensburg. Surviving are a son-in-law,
Karl Trinks of Altoona; a daughter-in-law, Soon Nam Badorrek of Altoona;
grandchildren: Lynne Trinks and Hal Badorrek of Altoona, Gerard Badorrek in
Virginia and Eric and Keith Badorrek in MD; a special grandson, Jimmy Song
of Altoona; great-grandchildren: Kimberly and Adam Badorrek of Altoona,
Tyler, Trevor and Brian Badorrek in Virginia and Megan Badorrek in Maryland.
Her husband's death in 1981 ended a marriage union of 52 years.
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Albert P. Krawick
Albert P. Krawick, 81, 312 Laurel Ave., Cresson, died Monday, September 13,
1999, at Altoona Hospital. Arrangements by Charles M. Kennedy Funeral Home,
Cresson.
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Mary Jane Dillon
Mrs. Mary Jane Dillon, 88, HAIDA Manor, Hastings, formerly of Coalport, died
Monday evening, September 13,1999, at the manor. Arrangements by McQuown
Funeral Home, Glasgow.
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Memorial: Doris Jean Astore - September 14, 1998. (photo)
Elizabeth M. DeYulius
Mrs. Elizabeth M. DeYulius, 78, Vampire Road, Gallitzin, died Sunday
September 12, 1999, at Altoona Hospital. She was born January 2, 1921, in
Gallitzin, the daughter of the late Alphonse and Margaret (DeCarlo)
Sorichetti. She married Francis DeYulius. He died October 13,1992.
Mrs. DeYulius was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Gallitzin. She
was employed by the former Publix Shirt Factory Gallitzin. Surviving are two
daughters: Maria Vanneman of Gallitzin and Debra Franchetti of Woodbury NJ;
three sisters: Connie Julian and Christine Conway both of Gallitzin, and
Lillian Verderame of Altoona; and a brother, Patsy of Gallitzin.
Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Lenz-Gibbons Funeral
Home, Gallitzin.
DEYULIUS- A funeral Mass for Elizabeth M. DeYulius, Vampire Road, Gallitzin,
will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 15, 1999, at St. Patrick's
Catholic Church, Gallitzin, by the Rev. Msgr. Bernard Przybocki. A
committal service will be held at noon Thursday, September 16, 1999, at
Lawnside Cemetery, Woodstown, NJ. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m.
today at Lenz-Gibbons Funeral Home, Gallitzin, where a vigil service will be
held this evening. Surviving are two sons-in-law: Joe Vanneman and John
Franchetti; and numerous nieces
and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother Savrey; and two sisters:
Antonia and Rose Berardinelli.
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Mary C. Gault
Mrs. Mary C. Gault, 69, 715 E. Walton Ave., formerly of Tyrone, died Monday,
September 13, 1999, at her home, following a brief illness. She was born
September 9, 1930, in Lewistown, the daughter of the late Frank and
Marguerite (Wolf) Thomas. She was raised in the home of Albert and Laura
Wolf. She married Clinton D. Gault June 11, 1950. Mrs. Gault was a member of
Greenwood United Methodist Church. She was a 1949 graduate of Tyrone High
School. She retired from the dietary department of Valley View Home.
Surviving are her husband; a son, Thomas D. of Harrisburg; and two
grandchildren. There will be no public viewing. Arrangements by Richard J.
Searer Funeral Home, Tyrone.
GAULT- Funeral services for Mary C. Gault, 715 E. Walton Ave., formerly of
Tyrone, will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Richard H. Searer Funeral Home,
Tyrone, by the Rev. Norman E. Huff. Interment will be at Blair
Memorial Park, Bellwood. Visitations will be private.
Surviving are a daughter-in-law, Jennifer; a grandson, Dale Thomas Gault;
and a granddaughter, Molly Evonne Gault. In lieu of flowers, contributions
may be made to the Greenwood United Methodist Church, 1505 E. Walton Ave.,
Altoona, Pa. 16602.
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Rayona Catherine Jones
Mrs. Rayona Catherine Jones, 78, Alum Bank, died Monday September 13, 1999,
at Nason Hospital, Roaring Spring. She was born April 23, 1921, in Cessna,
the daughter of the late
Wilson and Virginia (McDaniel) Jones. She married William W. Jones. He
preceded her in death.
Mrs. Jones was a homemaker. Surviving are a son Dr. Larry of Martinsburg;
and one granddaughter. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at J.
Edward Blackburn Funeral Home, Pleasantville.
JONES _ Funeral services for Rayona Catherine Jones, Alum Bank, will be held
at 10 a.m.
Wednesday at J. Edward Blackburn Funeral Home, Pleasantville, by the Rev.
Charles Rhodes. Interment will be at Fishertown Cemetery, Fishertown.
Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the J. Edward Blackburn
Funeral Home. Surviving are a daughter-in-law, Joann (Sepety) Jones, and a
granddaughter, Dr. Renee Jones, both of Martinsburg. She was preceded in
death by a brother, Robert; and four sisters: Ruth, Rhea, Rita and Rhue.
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Robert V. Givier
Robert V. Givier, 77, Tyrone RD 3, died Sunday, September 12, 1999, at
Altoona Hospital.
He was born February 5, 1922, in Tyrone, the son of the late Robert E. and
Elizabeth (O'Rourke) Givier. He married Marian A. Plummer February 5, 1943,
in Pittsburgh. Mr. Givier was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic
Church, where he was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Fraternity. He was
a 1939 graduate of Tyrone High School. He retired from Edgemate
Division of Westvaco, Tyrone, in April 1986, after 41 years of service. He
was an Army veteran of World War II, serving as a technical sergeant with
the 860th Bombardment Squadron in the
European, African and Middle Eastern theaters. He was a member of
Anderson-Denny Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, Tyrone; Howard Gardner
American Legion Post, Tyrone; Tyrone Benevolent Order of Elks and Secular
Franciscan Order-USA. Surviving are his wife; two sons:
James K. of Aberdeen, MD, and Robert R. of Tipton; a sister, Peggy Burkey of
Yeagertown; three brothers: Francis X. of Hollidaysburg, Gerald M. of
Stafford, VA, and Jack J. of Port
Matilda; two grandchildren; and one step-grandchild. Friends will be
received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Feller Memorial Home,
Tyrone.
GIVIER - Funeral services for Robert V. Givier, Tyrone RD 3, will be held
with a Mass of Christian Burial at 1 p.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Mount
Carmel Catholic Church by Father Frank Scornaienchi. Interment with
veterans honors will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, Tyrone. Friends will be
received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Feller Memorial Home,
Tyrone, where a Christian wake service will be held at 3 p.m. Surviving are
two grandchildren: Maria Lynn and James Joseph Givier; and one step
grandchild, Sarah Irvin.
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Margaret Leora Irons
Mrs. Margaret Leora Irons, 88, of 12472 Edinboro Road, Edinboro, formerly of
Altoona, died Sunday afternoon, September 12, 1999, at Edinboro Manor,
Edinboro. She was born September 2, 1911, in Scalp Level, the daughter of
the late Frank and Mabel (Holsinger)
Oatman, She was twice married, first to Thomas Shelow in Windber in 1936. He
died October 4, 1947. She then married Harry Irons in 1955. He died July 15,
1983. Mrs. Irons was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Altoona. She was
employed as a nurse's aide by Altoona Hospital for 13
years. She. previously was employed by the Altoona School District for
nine years. Surviving are a son, Thomas of Edinboro; a daughter, LaRue
Soyster of Alfred, Maine; four sisters, Elizabeth Clabaugh and Katherine,
both of St. Petersburg, FL, Doris Martin of Clearwater, FL, and Josephine
Holoway of St. Louis; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one
great-great-granddaughter. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today
and 10 to 11 a.m.
Wednesday at Daniel R. Myers Funeral Home.
IRONS - Funeral services for Margaret Leora Irons, formerly of Altoona, will
be held at 11 a.m.
Wednesday at the Daniel R. Myers Funeral Home. Interment will be at Logan
Valley Cemetery, Bellwood. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m.
today and from 10
to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. She was preceded in death by three
brothers; Clarence, Robert and Harold; and a sister, Ethel Reay.
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Vera L. Lewis
Mrs. Vera L. Lewis, 85, Princeton Avenue, New Castle, formerly of Altoona,
died Monday morning, September 6, 1999, at Jameson Hospital, New Castle. She
was born March 20, 1914, in
Altoona, the daughter of the late George W. and Elsie (Gearhart) Bothwell.
She married Dean E.
Lewis. He died in 1956. Mrs. Lewis was a member of Highland Presbyterian
Church, New Castle.
She was a 1935 graduate of Altoona High School. She retired as a cashier and
a bookkeeper from Jameson Hospital. Surviving are a daughter; Sally
Owrey of New Castle; two sisters,
Phyllis Smearman and June Reichard, both of Altoona; three grandchildren;
and six great-grandchildren. Arrangements were made by Turner-Myers
Funeral Home Inc., New Castle.
LEWIS - Arrangements for Vera Lewis, New Castle, were made by Turner-Myers
Funeral Home, Inc., New Castle. Interment was made at Castle View Memorial
Gardens, New Castle. She was preceded in death by three brothers: Andy,
Harry and Paul.
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Gladys I. Shaw
Mrs. Gladys I. Shaw, 82, Saxton RD 1, formerly of James Creek RD 1, died
Tuesday morning, September 14, 1999, at the home of her daughter. She was
born September 5, 1917, in Gallitzin, the daughter of the late George W. and
Alice (Shaw) Smith. She married Kessler A. Shaw October 28, 1935, in
Cumberland, MD. He died June 1, 1988. Mrs. Shaw was a member of Woodcock
Valley Bible Church, James Greek. She was also a member of the Marklesburg
Volunteer Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary. She was employed by the Cove Shoe
Factory, Martinsburg, for many years. She was also a homemaker. Surviving
are a son, Robert N. of
James Creek RD 1; five daughters: Janet Detterline of New Enterprise RD
1, Judith Thompson
of James Creek RD 1, Linda Rhodes of Saxton RD 1, with whom she resided,
Donna Simington of Claysburg RD 1 and Susan Sassaman of Lewistown; 23
grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
Friends will be received from 7 to
9 p.m. Thursday at Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton.
SHAW _ Funeral services for
Gladys I. Shaw of Saxton RD 1 will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Woodcock
Valley Bible Church,
James Creek, by the Rev. George "Buddy" Baird. Interment will be made at
Russellville Methodist Cemetery, Russellville. Friends will be received
from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton. Memorial
contributions may be made to the Huntington County Home Nursing Agency.
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Robert F. McKee
Robert F. McKee, 65, Box 491, Altoona RD 2, died Tuesday, September 14,
1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital, following an extended illness.
Arrangements by Scagnone Funeral Home.
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Alice L. Straw
Mrs. Alice L. Straw, 68, Irvona RD, died Friday, September 10, 1999, at
her home. She was born March 8, 1931, in DuBois, the daughter of the late
Clyde and Lila (Craft) Kness. She married Willis C. Straw September 28,
1957, in Clearfield. He died March 6, 1993.
Mrs. Straw was a homemaker. Surviving are a daughter, Linda L. Spurgers of
Uvalde, TX; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Friends will
be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Lloyd-Dimmick Funeral Home Inc.,
Irvona.
STRAW _ Funeral services for Alice L. Straw of Irvona RD, will be held at 2
p.m. Thursday at Lloyd-Dimmick Funeral Home Inc., Irvona, by the Rev. Paul
Jacobson. Interment will be made at Fairview Cemetery, LaJose RD.
Friends will be received from. 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. She
was preceded in death by a brother, John Kness.
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M. Ruth Massini
Mrs. M. Ruth Massini, 77, Smithmill, died Tuesday morning, September 14,
1999, at Philipsburg Area Hospital emergency room, following an apparent
heart attack. She was born January 12, 1922, in Utahville, the daughter of
the late Franklin J. and Dora M. (Dillon)
Edelblute. She married Basil Massini December 1, 1939, in Winchester, VA.
Surviving are her husband; a son, Raymond J. of Raton, NM; two daughters:
Judy A. at home and Sheilah Kawa of Houtzdale; two brothers: James of
Glasgow and Larry of Altoona; three sisters: Dorothy Wilson of
Columbiana, OH, Donna Gasparri of Akron, OH, and Joyce Diantoniis of
Altoona; nine
grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 4
to 9 p.m. Thursday at McQuown Funeral Home, Glasgow. Interment will be made
in Utahville.
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Memorial: Joseph F. Fernicola - September 15, 1994. (photo)
Albert P. Krawick
Albert E "Bugs" Krawick, 81, 312 Laurel Ave., Cresson, died Monday,
September 13, 1999, at Altoona Hospital. He was born January 31, 1918, in
Lilly, the son of the late Joseph and
Veronica Krawick. He married Pauline C. Burick. Mr. Krawick was a member of
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Cresson. He retired from the coal
industry in 1998, after 66 years of service. Mr. Krawick was an Army veteran
of World War II, serving from 1942-45 in the Battle of the Bulge and in the
Normandy invasion. He was a member of the San Pietro Di Romd Italian Mutual
Society, Cresson, and the Sacred Heart Auto League. Mr. Krawick enjoyed
hunting, fishing and gardening. Surviving are his wife; two sons: Joseph of
Duncansville and Steven M. of Loretto; two daughters: Doima J. Taddy of
Gallitzin and Carol Rodgers of Altoona; a brother, Walter of Philadelphia;
four sisters: Lucy Muriceak of Cresson, Julie Merva of Portage and Betty
Hollowicky and Helen Vandervere, both of Philadelphia; two granddaughters;
and one great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by an infant son,
Christopher. Friends will be received from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday
at Charles M. Kennedy Funeral Home, Cresson.
KRAWICK _ Funeral services for Albert E Krawick of 312 Laurel Ave., Cresson,
will be held at 11a.m. Friday at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church,
Cresson, by the Rev. Angelo J. Patti. Committal will be made at the church
mausoleum. Military graveside rites will be made by the Gallitzin American
Legion and other local veteran organizations. Friends will be received from
2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Charles Kennedy Funeral Home, Cresson,
where a vigil service will be held in the evening. Albert and his wife,
Pauline, are both proud sponsors of a child from Quebrada Grande, Honduras.
He had a great devotion to the Blessed Mother, the Sacred Heart of Jesus and
the chaplet of the Divine Mercy. He is survived by two sons-in-law: Dave
Taddy and
Peter Rodgers; two daughters-in-law: Rosanne (Ritchick) and Alexis (Barber);
granddaughters: Lisa and Angela; and a great-granddaughter, Katieri. He
is preceded in death by five brothers: William, Stanley, Joseph, John and
Frank; and three sisters: Blanche, Mary and Stella. Mr. Krawick enjoyed
driving his Ford Mustang.
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Grace I. Delozier
Mrs. Grace I. Delozier, 102, Homewood Retirement Center, Martinsburg,
formerly of Roaring
Spring, died Monday evening, September 13, 1999, at the home. She was born
August 14, 1897, in East Freedom RD, the daughter of the late James Abram
and Mary Ann (Shaw) Dodson. She was twice married, first to Russell Mobley,
then to Jacob Delozier. Both preceded her in death.
Mrs. Delozier was a member of United Methodist Church, East Freedom. She
also was a member of Rebekah Lodge and the Murray-Appleman American Legion
Post Ladies Auxiliary, both of Roaring Spring. She enjoyed playing bingo.
Surviving are two stepdaughters: Beula Klotz of Roaring Spring and Dorothy
Sarocco in New Jersey; and grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Delozier was preceded in death by a son, Gerald Mobley; and a stepson,
Carl Delozier.
Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at J. Gary Thompson Funeral
Home, Roaring Spring.
DELOZIER _ Funeral services for Grace I. Delozier of Homewood Retirement
Center, formerly of Roaring Spring, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at
J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home, Roaring Spring, by the Rev. Michael Benner.
Interment will be made at Greenlawn Cemetery, Roaring Spring. Friends
will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at J. Gary Thompson Funeral Home,
Roaring Spring. She also is survived by a daughter-in-law, Hattie Mobley of
Roaring Spring.
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Robert F. McKee
Robert F. McKee, 65, Box 491, Altoona RD 2, died Tuesday, September 14,
1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital, following an extended illness. He
was born July 28, 1934, in Carson Valley, the son of the late Theodore and
Mary (Hill) McKee. He married Peggy Swaney March 18, 1961, in Richmond VA.
Mr. McKee was a member of Carson Valley Church of the Brethren. He was a
graduate of Hollidaysburg High School. Mr. McKee retired in 1995 as a self
employed painter. He was an Air Force veteran, serving as an airman during
the Korean conflict. Surviving are his wife; two daughters: Selenea M. of
Altoona and Tabitha L. Mentzer of Juniata; two sons: Robert T. of Juniata
and Raymond J. of Canan Station; six brothers: Barry and Jim, both of Canan
Station, Ed of East Freedom, Jerry of Manheim, Jack in OH and Leo in FL; and
four grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
today at the funeral home.
McKEE- Funeral services for Robert F. McKee, Altoona, will be held at 11
a.m. Friday at Scaglione Funeral Home by the Rev. Charles Brumbaugh.
Interment will be made at Carson Valley Cemetery. Friends will be received
from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.
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Robert E. Sneath
Robert E. Sneath, 83, Bellmeade Manor, formerly of 309 S. First Street,
Bellwood, died Wednesday morning September 15, 1999, at Altoona Hospital, as
a result of an automobile accident. He was born November 22, 1915, in Antis
Twp., the son of the late Austin E. and Mary E. (McCaulley) Sneath. He
married Anna E. Roub March 23, 1934, in Bellwood. She died February 14,
1995. Mr. Sneath attended Logan Valley Baptist Church, Bellwood. He retired
from Conrail as a car repairman. Mr. Sneath enjoyed hunting and fishing. He
was a member of Logan Valley Grange, Bellwood Chapter. Surviving are a
daughter, Laura Henry of Thorndale; two sons: Robert L. of LaJose and Jerry
E. of Altoona RD 4; three sisters: Roselma Hostler of Barberton, OH, Flora
Dunkleberger of Lancaster and Ethel Wilson of Altoona; a brother, Donald of
Altoona; eight grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in
death by an infant son, Elmer Ellsworth Akron, in 1938. Friends will be
received from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at Vincent J. Good Funeral Parlor,
Bellwood.
SNEATH- Funeral services for Robert E. Sneath, Bellmeade Manor, formerly of
Bellwood, will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Vincent J. Good Funeral Parlor,
Bellwood, by Pastor Charles Baughman. Interment will be made at Logan Valley
Cemetery, Bellwood. Friends will be received from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday
at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made
to Logan Valley Baptist Church, Bellwood.
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Memorial: Scott Michael Johnson - August 2, 1973 - September 16, 1992.
(photo)
Memorial: Korri L. Sowers - July 22, 1977 - September 16, 1994. (photo)
Birthday Memorial: F.S. September 16, 1908. (photo)
Mildred Repko
Mrs. Mildred Repko, 86, Jamestown, Portage RD, died Tuesday, September
14, 1999, at Altoona Hospital. She was born January 27, 1913, the daughter
of the late Louis and Julia (Chernisky) Spinner. She married Andrew Repko.
He preceded her in death. Mrs. Repko was a former laundry worker of the
Cresson Sanatorium. Surviving are a sister, Dorothy Voss of Jamestown; and
three brothers: Joseph of Ebensburg RD, Steve of Altoona and George of
Cresson. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Mark
A. Serenko Funeral Home, Portage.
REPKO _ Funeral services for Mildred Repko, Jamestown, Portage RD, will
be held at 10 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church,
Hammers Street, (formerly Assumption Church) by Father Ronald V.
Osinski. Committal will be at St. Mary's Cemetery, Portage. Friends will be
received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Mark A. Serenko Funeral Home,
Portage, where a vigil service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Mrs. Repko is
survived by several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by an
infant brother, John; an infant sister,
Mary; and four other sisters: Mary Sobotka, Margaret, Annie Deskovich and
Julie Willebran.
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John N. Conrad
John N. Conrad, 81, Beltsville, MD, formerly of Altoona, died Tuesday,
September 14, 1999, following an extended illness. He was born August 15,
1918, in Altoona, the son of the late Francis and Emma (Langguth) Conrad. He
married Margaret Sanker July 26, 194. Mr. Conrad was a member of St.
Nicholas Catholic Church, Laurel, MD. He attended St. Mary's Elementary
School and attended the St. Fidelis Seminary, Herman. He retired from
Washington Gas Co. after 35 years of service. Surviving are his wife; six
sons; five daughters; a brother, J. Leo of Altoona; two sisters: Kathryn
Pfeffer and Sister Clare Marie, both of Altoona; 23 grandchildren; and three
great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Vincent. Friends
will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Bortwardt Funeral
Home, Beltsville.
CONRAD- Funeral services for John N. Conrad, Beltsville, MD, formerly of
Altoona, will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Nicholas Catholic Church,
Laurel, MD. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at
Bortwardt Funeral Home, Beltsville. Mr. Conrad was preceded in death by
three brothers.
Altoona Mirror, September 16, 1999, A11. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Dorothy Rosenband Schuman
Mrs. Dorothy Schuman, 86, Palm Greens, Delray Beach, FL, died Monday,
September 6, 1999, at her home. She was born February 14, 1913, in East
Harlem, New York City, the daughter of the late Harry and Rose (Schwimmer)
Rosenband. She married William Gabriel Schuman December 30, 1934, in
Brooklyn, NY. He died in July 1986. Mrs. Schuman was a member of
Anshei Shalom Congregation, Delray Beach. She had worked as an office
manager at a toy import business she owned with her husband. Previously
she worked as a model for Firman Kolmer, New York City. Mrs. Schuman enjoyed
visiting museums, theater and reading. She was an active member of Hadassah
in Queens, NY, and Delray Beach. She was a member of the Brandeis
University National Women's Committee and Study Group, where she was also
past president of the Queens Chapter; a member of the local Parent Teacher
Associations in Brooklyn and Queens; a former member of the United Parent
Association Delegate; and the Palm Greens Solo Club. Surviving are two sons:
Howard of London and Rabbi Burt E. of Hollidaysburg; and a sister, Tess
Karsh of Indianapolis. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at
the home of Rabbi Burt E. Schuman, 319 Allegheny St., Hollidaysburg. Local
arrangements by E.
Merrill Smith Funeral Home Inc.
SCHUMAN _ A service of remembrance for Dorothy Schuman, Palm Greens, Delray
Beach, FL, will be held at 8 p.m. Friday at Temple Beth Israel, 3004 Union
Ave. A reception will follow
the service at the Temple. Interment was made Monday at New Montefiore
Cemetery, New
York City. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the home of
Rabbi Burt E. Schuman, 319 Allegheny St., Hollidaysburg. She was preceded in
death by her stepfather, Henry Fuhrman. Mrs. Schuman was a member of the
National Amateur Women of Delray Beach and was a former volunteer for
Nassau County Commission on Human Rights. In remembrance of Dorothy
Rosenband Schuman, those who wish may make contributions to Temple Beth
Israel, 3004 Union Ave., Altoona, PA 16602; New Israel Fund, 165 E. 56th
St., New York, NY 10022-2746; or the YMCA, Multicultural Panel, 224 Union
Ave., Altoona, PA 16602.
Altoona Mirror, September 16, 1999, A11. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Mary Jane Dillon
Mary Jane Dillon, 88 HAIDA Manor, Hastings, formerly of Coalport RD, died
Monday
evening, September 13, 1999, at the manor. She was born October 1, 1910, in
Glasgow, the daughter of the late Amos J. and Loda G. (Alexander) Glass. She
married Raymond G. Dillon. He died May 4, 1979. Surviving are three sons:
Kenneth G. of Coalport RD, Leonard N. Wick of Sharpsville and Jerry D.of
Masury, Ohio; a stepson, Gordon C. of Lewistown; three sisters: Ellen
Miller of Utahville, Dessie Faretta of Port Clinton, Ohio, and Margaret
Mussen of Cromwell, CT; 18 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by two daughters; Grace Waugh and Janice.
Friends will be received from noon to 2 p.m. today at McQuown Funeral Home,
Glasgow. Interment will be made in Glasgow.
Altoona Mirror, September 16, 1999, A11. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Catherine M. Kristofco
Mrs. Catherine M. Kristofco, 75, Portage, died Tuesday, September 14, 1999,
at her home.
She was born Dec. 10, 1923, in Portage, the daughter of the late Joseph and
Mary (Kroiczyk) Ritz. She married William J. Kristofco. He died May 19,
1995. Mrs. Kristofco was a member of
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Parish, Portage. Surviving are four daughters:
Carol Keenan, Jean Paladino and Susan Ries, all of Pittsburgh, and Patricia
Hornick of Johnstown; two brothers: Joseph of Ebensburg and John of Portage;
two sisters: Rose Binduga of Pittsburgh and Ann Savitski of Dayton, Ohio;
and eight grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9
p.m. today at Dennis C. Beck Funeral Home, Portage.
KRISTOFCO _ Funeral services for Catherine M. Kristofco of Portage will be
held at 11:30 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Parish, Portage,
(formerly Assumption Church) by the Rev. Ronald Osinski. Interment will be
made at the church mausoleum. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to
9 p.m. today at Dennis C. Beck Funeral Home, Portage.
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John H. Dore
John H. Dore, 82, Janesville, died Tuesday afternoon, September 14, 1999, at
his home. He was born September 20, 1916, in Janesville, the son of the late
Henry and Vada (Curry) Dore. He
married Ann Yope August 14, 1943. Mr. Dore was a retired coal miner and
heavy equipment operator. He was a Navy veteran, serving as a gunner's mate
during World War II. He was a member of the Janesville Veterans of Foreign
Wars Post. Mr. Dore enjoyed fishing, hunting and riding his all-terrain
vehicle. Surviving are his wife; a daughter, Lynn Hill of Eldersburg, MD; a
son, Raymond of Lapata, MD; a sister, Mildred Estrada of Janesville; a
brother, Alan Dore of Buffalo, NY; two grandchildren; and one
great-grandson. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today
at Reed Funeral Home, Houtzdale.
DORE- Funeral services for John H. Dore, Janesville, will be held at 11 a.m.
Friday at Reed Funeral Home, Houtzdale, by the Rev. Thomas McCoy. Interment
will be made at the International Order of the Odd Fellows Cemetery,
Brisbin. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the
funeral home.
Altoona Mirror, September 16, 1999, A11. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
James R. Thomas
James R. Thomas, 66, Fishertown, died Thursday, September 16, 1999, at his
daughter's home in Fishertown. He was born April 30, 1933, in Llanfair, the
son of the late William J. and Louise (Lithgoe) Thomas. He married Dolores
Jean Kotor. She preceded him in death. Mr. Thomas was a member of St. Paul's
Reformed Church of Cessna. He retired from Bethlehem Steel, Johnstown. Mr.
Thomas was a Navy veteran. Surviving are a son, James Jr. of Beaverdale; two
daughters: Cindy Zibura of Fishertown and Karen Hendrickson of Beaverdale;
two brothers: Walter G. of Beaverdale and Jack of Johnstown; a sister, Janet
Frantz of Spokane, WA; and four grandchildren. Friends will be received from
2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at J. Edward Blackburn Funeral Home,
Pleasantville.
THOMAS- Funeral services for James R. Thomas, Fishertown, will be held at 10
a.m. Saturday at J. Edward Blackburn Funeral Home, Pleasantville, by the
Rev. Robert Newell. Interment will be at Richland Cemetery, Richland.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at J. Edward
Blackburn Funeral Home. Mr. Thomas was preceded in death by a brother,
Charles.
Altoona Mirror, September 17, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Gerald C. Bollinger
Gerald C. Bollinger, 58, 650 Wandering Way, Oklahoma City, died Sunday,
September 12, 1999, in OK. He was born October 22, 1940 in Bellwood, the son
of the late Grover and Margaret (Hite) Bollinger. He was twice married,
first to Vicky Isaac. He then married Sandy Crank. Surviving are his wife,
Sandy; a daughter, Shelly Patterson of Oklahoma City; a son, Michael of
Oklahoma City; a brother, Edward in OH; five sisters: Doris Yingling of
Blandburg, Carol Staats in FL, Janet Caum of Shrewsbury, Dorothy Smith of
Chicago and Nancy Shunk of Altoona; and two grandsons. He was preceded in
death by a son, Jerry D. in 1969. Arrangements were made by John Ireland
Funeral Home, Moore, OK. Interment was made in OK.
Altoona Mirror, September 17, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Pauline Sara Jane Hauser
Mrs. Pauline Sara Jane Hauser, 69, 404 E. Crawford Avenue, died Thursday,
September 16, 1999 at Altoona Hospital. Friends will be received from 2 to 4
and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Santella Funeral Home.
Altoona Mirror, September 17, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Steven Thomas Ergler (photo)
Steven Thomas Ergler, 19, 209 Ruskin Drive, died Thursday evening,
September 16, 1999, at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown,
following a vehicle accident. He was born
August 15, 1980, in Altoona, the son of Thomas L. and V. Jeanette (Trostle)
Ergler. Mr. Ergler was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church,
Altoona. He was employed by Burger King, Plank Road. He was a 1998 graduate
of Bishop Guilfoyle High School, where he had played baseball, and he
received the Joe Piotti Sr. Award as most valuable player in 1998. He also
ran cross-country. He was attending Penn State Altoona. Mr. Ergler was a
member of the Army National Guard. He played Federation baseball for the
Remax Team, and he also had played soccer. Surviving are his parents; a
sister, Elizabeth A. at home; a brother, Shawn at home; and a grandmother,
Eleanor Ergler of Altoona. Friends will be received from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9
p.m. Monday at The Stevens Mortuary Inc., Altoona.
ERGLER- The funeral of Steven Thomas Ergler, 209 Ruskin Drive, will be held
with a funeral
Mass at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church by Father James
Crookston. Committal will be made at Calvary Cemetery. Friends will be
received from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at The Stevens Mortuary Inc.,
1421 Eighth Ave., where a vigil for the deceased will be held Monday
evening. Steven is survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Altoona Mirror, September 18, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Birthday Memorial: Michael J. Traficante. (photo)
Robert W. Baughman
Robert W. Baughman, 75, Shepherd of the Valley Retirement Community
Poland, Ohio, formerly of Greenbay, Boardman, Ohio, died Friday, September
17, 1999, at St. Elizabeth Health Center, Youngstown, Ohio. He was born
September 23, 1923, in Williamsburg, the son of the late
H. Thomas and Anna (Isenberg) Baughman. He married Anna Jean Lamison May 4,
1945. She died April 11, 1999. Mr. Baughman was a member of Christ Church
Presbyterian, Youngstown, where he was an elder and trustee. He was employed
as a metallurgist and then a superintendent of the fishing mm for U.S. Steel
from 1948-80. He then helped to start McDonald Steel in 1981. After
retirement, he continued to work as a consultant. He was a 1941 graduate of
Williamsburg High School and a 1948 graduate of Penn State University
with a bachelor of science degree in metallurgy. Mr. Baughman was an Army
veteran during World War II, where he served in the Pacific Front as an
engineer. He also served during the Korean War. He was a charter member of
the Veteran of Foreign Wars Boardman Post No. 7587, and a member of the
Hillman Masonic
Lodge. He participated in the Pro-Care Cardiac Rehabilitation Program,
where he was involved in running marathon races. He enjoyed carving and
painting wooden duck decoys. Surviving are a son. Robert Jr. of
Jacksonville, FL; two daughters: Cassandra of Port Clinton, Ohio, and
Patricia A. Wallace of Boardman; a brother, Richard L. of Hollidaysburg; a
sister, Violet Saylor in CA; and four grandchildren. Friends will be
received from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Thompson Funeral Home, Youngstown,
and 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at Christ Church Presbyterian, Youngstown.
Altoona Mirror, September 18, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Cordelia E. Wagner
Mrs. Cordelia E. Wagner, 78, 1648 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., formerly of
1118 15th Avenue, died Friday, September 17, 1999, at Altoona Hospital.
Arrangements by Stevens Mortuary Inc., Altoona.
Altoona Mirror, September 18, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Dennis F. Bender
Dennis F. Bender, 67, Ebensburg, formerly of Carrolltown and Las Vegas died
Thursday, September 16,1999, at Altoona Hospital. He was born October 21,
1931, in Carrolltown RD, the son of the late Dennis and Marie (Yeckley)
Bender. Mr. Bender was the former owner of the Old Gray Mare Pub,
Carrolltown. He also had raised and sold sweet corn with his brother, Jim,
for many years. He was an Army veteran, serving during the Korean conflict.
Surviving are four sisters: Louella Gauntner of Hastings, Elva Gillette
of Ebensburg, Marion Scanlan of Lock Haven and Jane Bearer of Carrolltown;
a brother, James of Loretto RD; two stepsisters: Denise Kirsch of
Carrolltown and Betty Leslie of Nicktown; and five stepbrothers: Dwight of
Patton, Ronald of Cherry Tree and Albert, Eugene and Herbert Good, all in
Ohio. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday
at Steveris Funeral Homes Inc., Carrolltown. Interment will be in
Carrolltown.
Altoona Mirror, September 18, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Thomas McGowan Jr.
Thomas McGowan Jr., 60, Montville, Ohio, formerly of Cleveland and
Pennsylvania, died
Thursday, September 16, 1999, at Hospice of the Western Reserve, Cleveland.
He was born April 27, 1939, in Blandburg, the son of the late Thomas and
Alma McGowan. He married Susan E. Lovell. Mr. McGowan was employed as a
sales representative for Prudential Insurance Co. and was owner of Forth R.
of Northeast Ohio. He was a member of the Grand Valley School Board, where
he had served as president. He was founder and sponsor of the Hartsgrove
Girls Softball Team and was a member of the East Cleveland Auxiliary
Policeman. Surviving are his wife; four daughters: Deborah, Joan Szabo,
Mechele Toomey and Mary Winters; a son, Thomas III; adopted sons: Douglas
and Roger; a sister, Patricia Wagner; and three brothers: James, Gerald and
William. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. today at 2 to 4 and 7 to
9 p.m. Sunday at Ritondar Funeral Home, Chardon, Ohio.
Altoona Mirror, September 18, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
John H. 'Jack' Hansel (photo)
John H. "Jack" Hansel, 79, Evergreen Road, Hollidaysburg, died Thursday
evening, September 16, 1999, at Van Zandt VA Medical Center. He was born
June 23, 1920, in Philadelphia, the
son of the late Henry J. and Lucy (Michener) Hansel. He married Loretta F.
Hoover July 14, 1942, at Brush Mountain, Hollidaysburg. She died August
23,1999. Mr. Hansel was a member of
First Presbyterian Church, Hollidaysburg. He retired as Hollidaysburg
Borough's police chief in 1975, after 26 years of service. He then retired
from Shaw Packing Co., Newry, in 1992. He was a 1939 graduate of
Hollidaysburg Senior High School. Mr. Hansel served as a technician
fourth grade in the Army during World War II as a tank operator. He served
in regiment 1 headquarter battery 190 field artillery and with the 94th
Field Artillery Battalion. He also served with the 48th Headquarters 4th
Armored Division, where he was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in
action February 27, 1945, during the Battle of the Bulge in Germany. He
served in the following battles and campaigns: Arbennes, Central
Europe, Normandy, Northern France and Rhineland. He was a lifetime member of
the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association and a life member of the
Duncansville Memorial Veteran of Foreign Wars Post. He enjoyed golf,
baseball and target shooting. Surviving are a daughter, Claudia F. Shaw
of Newry; a sister, Grace E. Leiand of Duncansville; a grandson; and two
great-grandchildren. There will be no public viewing. Arrangements by Sorge
Funeral Home, Hollidaysburg.
HANSEL _ Funeral services for John H. "Jack" Hansel will be held at 2 p.m.
Monday at First
Presbyterian Church, Hollidaysburg, by the Rev. James M. Fleming, with
military honors. Interment will be made in Presbyterian Cemetery,
Hollidaysburg. Arrangements by Sorge Funeral Home, Hollidaysburg. Memorials
may be given to First Presbyterian Church, Hollidaysburg; or Fire Base
Eagles, Vietnam Veterans Wall Memorial Fund, 1657 St. Francis Lane, Altoona,
PA 16602. He is survived by a son-in-law, Richard; a grandson, Greg; two
great-grandchildren: Taylor and Branden; a granddaughter-in-law, Robin; and
two nieces: Joan Soyster and Jennie Sparks.
Altoona Mirror, September 18, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
A. Pearl Cowher
Miss A. Pearl Cowher, 103, Epworth Manor, Tyrone, formerly of 401 W. 16th
St., Tyrone, died
Thursday evening, September 16,1999, at the manor. She was born March 2,
1896, in Blandburg, the daughter of Samuel Russell and Margaret Anna
(Williams) Cowher. Miss Cowher was a member of Tyrone Christ United
Methodist Church. She was organist for First English Lutheran Church,
Tyrone, for 40 years. She substituted for many years at First Presbyterian,
Wesley Methodist and Church United Methodist churches, Tyrone. She was a
1914 graduate of Tyrone High School .and a graduate of Altoona Zeth
Business School. She had worked as a private secretary for Mr. G. Maier in
the Pennsylvania Railroad office, Tyrone, for five years, and then
taught piano and organ for 75 years. She was a member of the Sinking Valley
Grange No. 484 and was pianist for the Tyrone Kiwanis Club for 38 years. She
enjoyed hunting, fishing and
baking. Surviving are a niece, Hilda P. Lewis of Bellwood; three
grandnephews; and several great-grandnephews. Friends will be received from
2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Derman Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone.
COWHER _ Funeral services for A. Pearl Cowher, Tyrone, will be held at 11
a.m. Monday at
Derman Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone, with Dr. Dennis N. Reedy officiating.
Interment will follow
at Eastlawn Cemetery, Snyder Township. Friends will be received from 2 to
4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
Sunday at the funeral home. Contributions in her memory may be offered to
Christ United
Methodist Church, Pennsylvania Avenue and 14th Street, Tyrone, PA 16686.
Miss Cowher is survived by a niece, Hilda P. Lewis of Moran Home, Bellwood;
and three grandnephews: Wilbur R. "Dick" Lewis of Grazierville, Robert E.
Lewis of Tyrone and Melvin Cowher Jr. of Sturbridge,
MA. She was preceded in death by three brothers: Harry Foster Cowher, Coral
Bloom Cowher and James Wilbur Cowher. Miss Cowher was a dedicated church
organist and piano teacher, having played the organ at nearly every church
in the area. Throughout her music career she was prized as "The Accompanist"
for many area soloists, the Westvaco Paper Mill Chorus, the Tyrone Choral
Society, the old minstrel shows and community Christmas programs at the YMCA
auditorium. She was a resident of Tyrone for the past 100 years, and she
loved the outdoors.
Altoona Mirror, September 18, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Pauline Sara Jane Hauser
Mrs. Pauline Sara Jane Hauser, 69, 404 E. Crawford Ave., died Thursday
September 16,1999, at Altoona Hospital. She was born January 16, 1930 in
Altoona, the daughter of the late Theodore and Mary (Salyards) McMaster. She
married Donald Hauser. He died in 1977. Mrs. Hauser was a member of St. Rose
of Lima .Catholic Church. She was a homemaker and she enjoyed crafts.
Surviving are two daughters: Renee Hughes of Duncansville and Michele Wolf
of Altoona; two sons: Donald and Richard, both of Altoona; a sister, Mary
Hope of Baltimore; three brothers: John and Thomas, both of Altoona, and
Raymond of Hollidaysburg; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. She was
preceded in death by a son, James, who died August 13, 1989.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Santella
Funeral Home.
HAUSER _ Funeral services for Pauline S. Hauser, 404 E. Crawford Ave., will
be held at 10 a.m. Monday at Santella Funeral Home by Father James
Crookston. Interment will be made at Presbyterian Cemetery, Hollidaysburg.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral
home. Mrs. Hauser was preceded in death by two brothers: Donald and
Theodore; and a sister, Helen.
Altoona Mirror, September 18, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Mary E. Manning
Mrs. Mary E. "Betty" Manning, 72, Valley View Home, formerly of 1426 First
Ave., died Thursday evening, September 16, 1999, at the home, following an
extended illness. She was born September 14, 1927, in Pittsburgh. She
married John Joseph Manning May 31, 1970. He died September 7,1970. Mrs.
Manning was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where she was an
active volunteer for bingo. She was owner and operator of Betty's Corner
Store, 17th Street, and previously had worked for A & P for many years. She
enjoyed fishing, boating and reading.
Friends will be received from 9 to 9:30 a.m. today at Stevens
Mortuary Inc., Altoona.
MANNING _ A funeral Mass for Mary E. "Betty" Manning, Valley View Home, will
be held at 10 a.m. today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment will be
made at Calvary Cemetery. Friends will be received from 9 to 9:30 a.m. today
at The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Avenue.
Altoona Mirror, September 18, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
James H. Miller
James H. Miller, 83, 4100 Beale Ave., died Thursday, September 16,1999, at
the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, following an extended illness.
He was born March 5, 1916, in
Altoona, the son of the late Isaac and Mary Ellen (Corle) Miller. He married
Mary Alice Youtzy July 26,1940, in Winchester, VA. Mr. Miller was a member
of Schum Memorial United
Methodist Church, Altoona. He retired as a boilermaker from the Pennsylvania
Railroad in 1976.
He attended Mapleton Depot Area Schools. He was an avid hunter and
fisherman. He was a member and vice president of the Dry Hollow Hunting
Camp, Warriors Mark. Surviving are his wife; two daughters: Ellen L. Hynes
of Shippensburg and Charlotte H. Poindexter of Richmond, VA; a son, James of
Coupon; a sister, Bertha Coder of Mapleton Depot; and six grandchildren.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Scaglione
Funeral Home.
MILLER _ Funeral services for James H. Miller, Altoona, will be held at 11
a.m. Monday at Scaglione Funeral Home by the Rev. Elizabeth McCloskey
Interment will be made at Blair Memorial Park. Friends will be received from
2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Mr. Miller is survived
by six grandchildren: Lori, Tim, Jimmy Shawn, Eric and Jack; a
daughter-in-law, Jeannie Cox Miller; and two sons-in-law: Bill Hynes and
John Poindexter.
Altoona Mirror, September 18, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Henry P. Manganella
Henry P. Manganella, 95, Altoona, formerly of Kingston, died Thursday,
September 16, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital. He was born April
1, 1904, in Wilkes-Barre, the son of the late Carmine and Carmella (Paluse)
Manganella. He married Elizabeth May Sawyer. She died in 1976. Mr.
Manganella attended of First Baptist Church of Altoona. He retired as a
plumber after 50 years of service working for various local plumbing
contractors and was a lifetime member of the plumber's Union Local 524,
Scranton. Surviving are three sons: Richard J. of Kingston, Robert P. of
Altoona and Ronald J. of Las Vegas; a brother, George of Wilkes-Barre; nine
grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. There will be no public viewing.
Arrangements by Curtis L. Swanson Funeral Home Inc., Hunlock Creek.
Interment will be made in Noxen.
MANGANELLA- A private memorial services for Henry P. Manganella, Altoona,
will be held at the convenience of the family by the Rev. Scott Manganella.
Arrangements by Curtis L. Swanson Funeral Home, Hunlock Creek. The family
requests that memorial contributions be sent to Precious Life Inc., 1716
12th Ave., Altoona, PA 16601.
Altoona Mirror, September 18, 1999, A9. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Ophelia L. "Fee" Barr
Mrs. Ophelia L. "Fee" Barr, 97, 508 N. Beech St., Ebensburg, died Friday,
September 17, 1999, at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown. She
was born August 26, 1902, in Ebensburg, the daughter of the late Edward J.
and Annie (Mills) Luther. She married Melvin Barr
Sr. He preceded her in death. Mrs. Barr retired as a school teacher with the
Central Cambria
School District, with 30 years of service at Revloc and eight years at
Colver. She was a graduate of the former Indiana Normal School and attended
the University of Pittsburgh. Mrs. Barr was a member of Ebensburg Senior
Citizens, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post Auxiliary, Ebensburg, and the
Ebensburg Business and Professional Women's Club. Surviving are a son,
Melvin Jr. of
Norwalk, CT; two granddaughters; and three great-grandsons. Friends will be
received from 2 to
4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Matevish and Matevish Funeral Home, Ebensburg.
BARR _ A funeral Mass for Ophelia L. "Fee" Barr will be held at 11 a.m.
Tuesday September 21, at Holy Name Catholic Church, Ebensburg, with
Monsignor Arnold L. Gaus officiating. Interment will be made at Holy Name
Cemetery, Ebensburg. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
Monday at Matevish and Matevish Funeral Home, 307 N. Center St., Ebensburg,
where funeral wake services will be held Monday evening, September 20,1999.
She is survived by daughter-in-law, Helene (Wachtel); granddaughters:
Deborah Feinman of Virginia Beach, VA,and Rebecca Massey of Newark, DE; and
great-grandsons: Levi Massey and Benjamin and Peter Feinman. She was
preceded in death by sisters: Corinne Lewis, Margaret Rosensteel and Annabel
Balsinger, and brothers: Bernard Luther and Montell Luther. In lieu of
flowers, please make donations to the Holy Name School Angel Fund for
tuition and assistance in Fee's memory.
Altoona Mirror, September 19, 1999, A7. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Memorial: Angela Scalzi - September 19, 1998. (photo)
Memorial: Sharon A. Beard - September 19, 1998. (photo)
Memorial: Stephen Scott Paskovich - September 5, 1976. (photo)
Memorial: Burnett D. Paskovich Sr. - April 29, 1933 - September 20, 1991.
(photo)
Elizabeth Catherine Stiffler
Mrs. Elizabeth Catherine Stiffler, 84, Valley View Home, formerly of East
Freedom, died Friday evening, September 17, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy
Family Hospital, following a brief illness. She was born February 16, 1913,
in Blue Knob, the daughter of the late John and Catherine (Langham) Ickes.
She married Warren Stiffler in 1935 at Smith Corner Mennonite
Church, East Freedom. Mrs. Stiffler was a member of Smith Corner Mennonite
Church.
She enjoyed poems, cooking and singing at church. Surviving are her husband
of Valley View Home; and a grandson. She was preceded in death by a son,
Donald, in 1989. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. today at Leslie
Funeral Home, Claysburg, and 9 to 10 a.m. Monday at Smith Corner
Mennonite Church, East Freedom.
STIFFLER _ Funeral services for Elizabeth Catherine Stiffler will be held at
10 a.m. Monday at
Smith Corner Mennonite Church, East Freedom, with Pastor Dave McClanahan
officiating. Interment will be made at Carson Valley Cemetery, Duncansville.
Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. today at Leslie Funeral Home,
Claysburg, and 9 to 10 a.m. Monday at Smith Corner Mennonite Church, East
Freedom. Surviving is a grandson, Dennis Stiffler of Imler, and many
nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Sharon
(Stiffler) Weyant, in 1983.
Altoona Mirror, September 19, 1999, A7. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Cordelia E. Wagner (photo)
Mrs. Cordelia E. Wagner, 78, 1648 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., formerly of 1118
15th Ave., died Friday, September 17,1999, at Altoona Hospital. She was born
November 18, 1920, in Westover, the daughter of the late Orville D. and
Leah (Woods) Fronk. She married Luther B. Wagner November 26, 1938, in
Cumberland, MD. Mrs. Wagner was a member of Christian and Missionary
Alliance Church. Surviving are her husband; four daughters: Ruth A. Becker
of
Bellemead, Connie W. Fry and Lucille L. Derrish, both of Lititz, and Joan
M. Emerick of
Lynchburg, VA; four sons: John A. of Altoona, Luther M. of Tyrone, Orville
B. of Denver, PA, and David L. of Williamsburg; a brother, Milton of
Roanoke, VA; a sister, Ruth E. Zahursky of Mahaffey; 34 grandchildren; 25
great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in
death by a daughter, Aileen J. Wagner. Friends will be received from 2 to 4
and 7 to 9 p.m. today at The Stevens Mortuary Inc.
WAGNER _ Services for Cordelia E. Wagner of 1648 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd.
will be held
at 11 a.m. Monday at Stevens Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Dane E. Emerick
officiating. Interment will be made at Rose Hill Cemetery. Friends will be
received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at The Stevens Mortuary Inc.,
1421 Eighth Ave. Mr. and Mrs. Wagner celebrated their 60th wedding
anniversary November 26, 1998. She loved being with her family.
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Bertha M. Hunter
Mrs. Bertha M. Hunter, 98, Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg, formerly of Blair
Tower, Altoona,
died Saturday morning, September 18, 1999, at the home. She was born
February 22, 1901, in
Altoona, the daughter of the late Emil and Dora (Gerhardt) Vetter. She
married B. Frank Hunter. He died in 1960. Mrs. Hunter retired as manager of
the Hosiery Department of Kaufmann's in Pittsburgh in 1960, after 35 years
of service. She enjoyed reading. Surviving are a son, Robert C. Hoopes of
Hollidaysburg; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. There
will be no visitation. Arrangements by Plank, Stitt and Stevens Funeral
Home, Hollidaysburg.
HUNTER _ Services for Bertha M. Hunter of the Lutheran Home at
Hollidaysburg, formerly of Blair Tower, Altoona, will be held at 10:30 a.m.
Monday at Plank, Stitt and Stevens Funeral Home, Hollidaysburg, with the
Rev. George Kelley officiating. Interment will be at Alto-Reste Park.
There will be no visitation. The family requests that donations be made to
Foot of Ten Independent Bible Church Missions, Old Route 22,
Duncansville, Pa. 16635, in memory of Bertha.
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Beth Williams Kurtz
Mrs. Beth Williams Kurtz, 81, 404 Pine St., Bellwood, died Saturday morning,
September 18, 1999, at her residence, following an extended illness. Friends
will be received from 6 to
9 p.m. Friday at Jon C. Russin Funeral Home, Bellwood.
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Violet B. Mountain
Mrs. Violet B. Mountain, 87, 900 N. Fourth St., Bellwood, died Saturday
morning, September 18, 1999, at Bon Secours Holy Family Hospital,
following an extended illness. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to
9 p.m. Monday at Jon C. Russin Funeral Home, Bellwood.
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Rose M. Jaronieski (photo)
Mrs. Rose M. Jaronieski, 85, 2916 15th St., died Sunday morning, September
19, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital. She was born December 13,
1913, in Jamestown, the daughter of the late Joseph and Rose (Kolasa)
Kowalczyk. She married Frank E. Jaronieski February 8, 1948, at Sacred Heart
Church, Portage. He died November 3, 1964. Mrs. Jaronieski was a member of
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, formerly Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic
Church. She had been employed at the Pennsylvania Shoe Co. and then as a
cook for St. Mark's Catholic Rectory. Mrs. Jaronieski enjoyed cooking,
reading and gardening. She was a member of Ss. Peter and Paul Rosary
Society, St. Hedwig Society, Polish National Alliance, Polish Women's
Association of America and the Columbian Circle. Surviving are a daughter,
Barbara McKenna of Altoona; a son, Francis W. with whom she resided; a
sister, Helen Burda of Portage; a brother, Walter of Portage; and three
grandchildren. A son Richard J., died July 18, 1973. Friends will be
received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Stanley J. Krish Funeral
Home Inc.
JARONIESKI- The funeral of Rose M. Jaronieski of Altoona will be held at 10
a.m. Wednesday, September 22, with a funeral Mass at Our Lady of Fatima
Chapel, 1908 19th St., Altoona. Committal will be at Ss. Peter and Paul
Catholic Cemetery. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
Tuesday at Stanley J. Krish Funeral Home Inc., where a rosary will be
recited at 3 p.m. by Ss. Peter and Paul Rosary Society. She also was a
member of St. Anne's Lodge of Jamestown. She is survived by granddaughters:
Stacey Marie, Julie Lynn and Lori Ann Conrad. She was preceded in death by a
brother Frank; and a sister, Mary Beim.
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Mary Kaltenbrunner
Mrs. Mary Kaltenbrunner, 86, 216 E. First Ave., died Saturday evening,
September 18, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital, following an
extended illness. She was born October 27, 1912, in Bavaria, Germany, the
daughter of the late Joseph and Felicitaas (Ganghamer) Westenkirchner. She
married Joseph Kaltenbrunner May 15, 1937, in Altoona. He died May 8, 1987.
Mrs. Kaltenbrunner was a member of St. Mark's Catholic Church. She was a
member of the Unter Uns Ladies Auxiliary and the Bavarian Aid Society Ladies
Auxiliary. Surviving are two sons: Joseph and John, both of Altoona; two
grandchildren; and one great-grandson. There will be no visitation.
Arrangements made by the Stevens Mortuary Inc.
KALTENBRUNNER- Services for Mary Kaltenbrunner of 216 E. First Avenue, will
be held at the convenience of the family at Stevens Memorial Chapel, by
Father Edward Eckenrod. Committal will be made at Calvary Cemetery. At the
request of the deceased, there will be no visitation. Arrangements made by
The Stevens Mortuary Inc.
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Memorial: Silas N. Ringler Jr. - September 4, 1998.
Memorial: Frank J. Servello - 9/20/86. (photo)
Violet B. Mountain
Mrs. Violet B. Mountain, 87, 900 N. Fourth St., Bellwood, died Saturday
morning, September 18, 1999, at Bon Secours-Holy Family Hospital,
following an extended illness. She was born June 30, 1912, in Rusk, IN, the
daughter of the late George and Pearl (Hawkins) Jones. She married Donald C.
Mountain in July 1944 at Camp Atterbury, IN. He died June 15, 1969. Mrs.
Mountain was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Bellwood. She was a
homemaker. Mrs. Mountain was a 1931 graduate of Rusk High School,
Indiana. She enjoyed making flower
arrangements. Mrs. Mountain was a member of the Missionary Society at Grace
Lutheran Church; the Order of Eastern Star, Jasper, Ind. chapter; and a past
den mother of Cub Scout Den No. 7, Bellwood. Surviving are three sons: Dr.
Gerald R. Yarnell of Mooreville, IN, Donald C. Mountain Jr. of Orlando, FL,
and Kenneth L. Mountain, with whom she resided; eight grandchildren; and
five great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9
p.m. today at Jon C. Russin Funeral Home, Bellwood.
MOUNTAIN _ The funeral of Violet B. Mountain of 900 N. Fourth St., Bellwood,
will be held
at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Jon C. Russin Funeral Home, Bellwood, with the Rev.
Carl Alexy officiating. Interment will be made at Blair Memorial Park,
Antis Township. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today
at the funeral home.
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Paul J. Short
Paul J. Short, 69, 520 Beech Ave., Patton, died September 18, 1999 at
Altoona Hospital. He was born October 6, 1929, in Johnstown, the son of the
late Benjamin and Ruth (Williams) Short. He married Catherine Strasser
April 15,1962. Mr. Short was a member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church,
Patton. He retired in 1975 as owner/operator of All Service Co. He
served as mayor of Patton for six years, from 1992-98, a member of Patton
Borough Council for 12 years, from 1975-92, and as a member/secretary of
the Patton Municipal Authority Mr. Short was a graduate of Penn State
University and was a member of the Penn State Alumni Association. He was a
Navy veteran of the Korean conflict. Mr. Short was a life member of Patton
Fire Company; a member of the Cambria County Drug and Alcohol Task Force;
the Cambria. County Solid Waste Authority; and a life member of John
White Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, Patton, where he served as post
adjutant. Surviving are his wife; a son, Joe of Patton; four stepsons: Ted,
Jim, Dave and Bert Lallemand; two stepdaughters: Irene Beunier and Cathy
Rietscha; a sister, Margaret A. Crisman of Stone Harbor, NJ; a brother,
Edwin of Patton; and three grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Mary C. Friends will be
received from 2
to 4 and 7 to 9' p.m. Tuesday at Stevens Funeral Homes Inc., Patton.
Committal will be made in
Patton.
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Treyjin Marshall
Treyjin Marshall, 6 weeks, Claysburg, died Saturday, September 18, 1999,
at West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born August 8, 1999, in
Johnstown, the son of Mr. and Mrs.
Jeffrey Marshall. Arrangements made by J. Edward Blackburn Funeral Home,
Pleasantville.
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Stella V. Billy
Stella V. Billy, 70, Church St., Gallitzin, died Sunday, September 19, 1999,
at Altoona Hospital.
Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
Tuesday at Lenz-Gibbons Funeral Home, Gallitzin.
Altoona Mirror, September 20, 1999, A7. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
FUNERAL NOTICE
OPHELIA L. "FEE" BARR- A funeral Mass for Ophelia L. "Fee" Barr, 97, 508 N.
Beech St.,
Ebensburg, who died September 17, 1999, will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at
Holy Name Catholic Church, Ebensburg, with Monsignor Arnold L. Gaus
officiating. Committal will be held at Holy Name Cemetery, Ebensburg.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Matevish and
Matevish Funeral Home, Ebensburg, where funeral wake services will be held
this evening. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Holy Name School
Angel Fund for Tuition assistance in Fee's memory.
Altoona Mirror, September 20, 1999, A7. Courtesy of the Altoona Mirror.
Please note that the September 21, 1999, obituaries are missing.