COOK - Ethel Josephine
COOK - Ethel Josephine, 89, Johnstown, died Jan. 26, 2004, at LaurelWood Care Center. Born Sept. 10, 1914, in Johnstown, daughter of late Robert and Bertha (Peck) Wilson. Preceded in death by husband, Clarence A. Cook; and sister, Kathleen Yates. Survived by sons, Daniel L. Ward, married to former Alma Wilson, Linden, N.J.; and Ralph E. Ward Jr., Newport News, Va.; sister, Dorothy Jones, Trenton, N.J. Also survived by grandchildren, Nadine Newell, Danielle Dillard, Denise Smith; Mark, Eric, and Donald Ward; 15 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Ethel was a member of Trinity Asbury United Methodist Church, where she was on the trustee board. She was also a member of the Daughter Elks and Hightopper Social Club of Johnstown and was active in NAACP. Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Picking-Treece-Bennett Mortuary Inc., downtown, 514 Somerset St., where service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, the Rev. Ronald Spence officiating. Interment, Richland Cemetery.

DNEASTER - John
DNEASTER - John, 82, Central City, died Jan. 26, 2004, at Windber Medical Center. Born Feb. 4, 1921, in Buffalo, Ind., son of Sam and Mary Dneaster. Preceded in death by parents; four brothers; three sisters; one stepgrandchild; and two great-grandchildren. Survived by wife, former Ann Dipangrazio; son, Junior (John), married to former Sara Snyder, Somerset; daughter, Dorothy, wife of John Wamback, Virginia; also survived by two grandchildren, Jim and Jeff; two step-grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; and sister, Ann Lenhart, Illinois. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Mulcahy Funeral Home, Central City, where brief service will be held at 8:30 a.m. Friday, followed at 9 a.m. by Divine Liturgy at St. Mary's Russian Orthodox Church, the Very Rev. John Govrusik. Interment, parish cemetery. Graveside military rite by Central City VFW and American Legion posts. Parastas will be sung at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

GUYDO - Walter Frank
GUYDO - Walter Frank, 82, Hollsopple, died Jan. 28, 2004, at LaurelWood. Born June 13, 1921, in Ralphton, son of Christopher and Mary (Yarosz) Guydo. Preceded in death by parents; infant son, Joseph; and these brothers and sisters: Victoria Lucas, Alex Guydo, Frank Guydo, Blanche Klymowich, and John Guydo; and son-in-law, Frank Donitzen. Survived by wife of 54 years, the former Mary Lucas; daughter, Mary Louise Donitzen, Hollsopple, and grandson, Frankie Donitzen. Brother of Helen Guydo, Confluence; Joseph Guydo, Johnstown; and sister-in-law, Olga Guydo, widow of Alex, Hooversville. Member of St. Anne Catholic Church, Davidsville. He retired from Jandy Coal Co., Windber. Army veteran of World War II, he was a member of 4th Infantry Divison, European Theater of Operations, where he received a Purple Heart. Member of UMWA, Windber Local 5229; and Fourth Degree member of Council #2201, Knights of Columbus #8979. Member of Hollsopple VFW and American Legion. Family receiving friends Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at George E. Mason Funeral Home Inc., Davidsville, where vigil for the deceased will be held Friday afternoon. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church, the Rev. Michael Lewandowski, OFM, Conv., officiating. Interment, St. Anne Cemetery. Military service by VFW Post 155.

MATKO - Shirley J.
MATKO - Shirley J. (Toth), 59, New Sewickley Township, died Monday, Jan. 26, 2004, at UPMC Montefiore Hospital, Pittsburgh. The daughter of John and Ruth (McClauren) Toth. She was born March 23, 1944, in Barnesboro. She was a member of St. Gregory Catholic Church, Zelienople. She married her husband, Daniel S. Matko, in September of 1967. She is survived by her husband of 36 years; a son, Matthew S. Matko, New Brighton; a sister, Judy Toth, Commodore; a brother, William Toth, Northern Cambria; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Boylan Funeral Home, Zelienople, and from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Rairigh Funeral Home Ltd., Hillsdale. An 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at the Church of the Resurrection in Glen Campbell, with Father Andrew Kawicki as celebrant. Interment will follow at the parish cemetery in Glen Campbell. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Thomas Starzl Transplant Unit, Falk Clinic, 5th Ave., Pittsburgh, Pa. 15213.

MINTMIER - Freda
MINTMIER - Freda (Schmidt), 94, Dale Borough, died Jan. 26, 2004, at home. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Geisel Funeral Home, 734 Bedford St., Dale. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in the Geisel-Devlin Memorial Chapel, the Rev. H. Peter Helmers. Interment, Oak Cemetery.

MOORE - Patricia E.
MOORE - Patricia E., 73, Rean Street, Richland Township, died Jan. 27, 2004, at Windber Medical Center. Born April 9, 1930, in South Fork, daughter of Joseph C. and Gertrude R. (Dunmire) Giles. Preceded in death by parents; husband, George T. "Crick" Moore Jr., who died Dec. 10, 2003; infant son, Joseph; sister, Frederica "Freddie" Schrott; brothers, James J. Giles and Charles E. "Red" Giles. Survived by son, Jerry, married to Kelly Smith, Ashburn, Va.; and sister, Frances, wife of Donald Joll, Franklin, Pa. Member of St. Benedict Catholic Church, Geistown. She was very active in the Richland Republican Party, serving as campaign manager for Ralph Mulhollen. Former member of Richland Township Advisory Committee. Former Richland Township auditor. Former member of Richland Republican Club and worked at the voting polls in Richland for many years. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home Inc., South Fork, where vigil for the deceased will be held Friday. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, the Rev. Msgr. Dennis R. Boggs. Committal, St. Mary's Cemetery, New Germany. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to St. Benedict's Catholic Church.

RITCHEY - Bernard F. RITCHEY - Bernard F., age 48, of Wall, N.J., died on Monday, Jan. 26, 2004, at home. He was born and raised in Johnstown, Pa., and moved to Wall Township, N.J., 24 years ago. He was a 1975 graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y. He was employed as a chef for 29 years, last employed by The Family Tree Tavern in Wall for 14 years. Previously, he was employed as the executive chef at the Spring Lake Golf Club in Spring Lake, N.J., for nine years. He was a parishioner of St. Denis R.C. Church in Manasquan, N.J. He was a loving husband and a wonderful father. He was a talented musician who had a love of music and an appreciation for the performing arts. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Nancy (Perkins) Ritchey; two sons, Ryan B. and Conor B., both of Wall, N.J.; two daughters, Kaitlin J. and Megan N., also of Wall, N.J.; Catherine (Chessa) Ritchey of Johnstown; three brothers, Paul of Johnstown; David of Pittsburgh; and Ron of Southlake, Texas; a sister, Lois Ritchey of Johnstown; several nieces and nephews; and a dear friend, Bob Grieco of Wall, N.J. Friends may call on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at O'Brien Funeral Home - Hwy. 35 at New Bedford Road, Wall, N.J. Funeral Mass will be held on Friday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Denis R.C. Church in Manasquan, N.J. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Brielle, N.J. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made in his honor to the Ritchey Children Education Fund, P.O. Box 524, Allenwood, N.J. 08720.

SCHUSTER - Charles William "Bill"
SCHUSTER - Charles William "Bill," 91, of Westmont Borough, died Jan. 27, 2004. A member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, where funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Father Francis Balestino and Father Andrew Stanko. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Francis G. Ozog Funeral Home Inc., Broad Street. Committal, Grandview Cemetery. As a special tribute to Lee Regional Hospice, he died in his own bed, in his own home and in the arms of his daughter.

SHAFFER - Howard B.
SHAFFER - Howard B., 92, Allentown, formerly of Johnstown, died Jan. 24, 2004. Service will be held at Picking-Treece-Bennett Mortuary Inc., West Hills, 921 Menoher Blvd., at 11 a.m. Saturday, the Rev. Michael Clark officiating. Interment, Berkey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Walnut Grove Church of the Brethren.

THOMAS - Roy P.
THOMAS - Roy P., 85, of Greensburg, formerly of Johnstown, died Jan. 27, 2004, in Redstone Highlands in Greensburg. He was born Nov. 25, 1918, in Johnstown, son of the late Ralph C. and Edith B. (Nolte) Thomas. Roy was a retired superintendent of the camera department with The Tribune-Democrat with 44 years of service. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Johnstown; and vice president of the Apartment Association at Redstone Highlands and active with many social activities at Redstone. His hobbies were collecting coins and civil war memorabilia, and he loved to read and enjoyed the music of the Big Bands. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Sara Jane (Smith) Thomas; and an infant son, Larry Wayne Thomas. Surviving are daughter, Janie Mahla and husband, Richard of Greensburg; sisters, Mary Schrott and Betty Ruitenberg, both of Johnstown; and several nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Kepple-Graft Funeral Home, 524 N. Main St., Greensburg, (724) 837-1201. Service will be held at the funeral home Friday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Kevin Carey officiating. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family wishes memorial contributions to the Redstone Highlands Benevolent Care Fund, 6 Garden Center Drive, Greensburg, Pa. 15601.

URBAN - Miss Barbara "Bertha"
URBAN - Miss Barbara "Bertha," 104, Beaverdale, died Jan. 26, 2004, at St. Ann's Center., Greensburg. Born Aug. 18, 1899, in Luzerne, Pa., daughter of Andrew and Anna (Nesbala) Urban. Preceded in death by parents; brothers, John, Andrew, and George; and sister, Mary Uhring. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Surviving are several nieces and nephews; and special great-nephew, Charles J. (Joan) Wolfe, Jeannette, Pa. Member of Holy Spirit Parish and its Altar & Rosary Society. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Jean H. Kinley Funeral Home, Beaverdale, where vigil for the deceased will be held Thursday evening. Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Friday at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Beaverdale, Father Anthony J. Legarski celebrant. Committal, St. Joseph's Cemetery.

WILSON - Anna Mae
WILSON - Anna Mae, 95, Patton, died Jan. 27, 2004, at HAIDA Manor. Born Aug. 10, 1908, in Patton, daughter of William S. and Ella (Hetrick) Wilson. Preceded in death by parents, brothers, and sisters. Survived by son, Richard E., Reno, Nev.; grandchildren, Sally Rapisora, Nancy Yinger, Robert Wilson; great-grandchildren, Michael Rapisora and Marissa Arnold; and great-great-grandson, Tyler Arnold. Member of First Baptist Church of Patton. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Stevens Funeral Homes Inc., 1004 N. Fifth Ave., Patton, where funeral service will be held at noon Saturday, the Rev. James Hurd. Committal, private. (www.stevensfh.com)

WITT - Elizabeth Gnagey
WITT - Elizabeth Gnagey, 96, Akron, Ohio, passed away Jan. 25, 2004, at Ridgewood Healthcare Center. Born in Meyersdale, she had been an Akron, Ohio, resident since 1944. She was a graduate of Juniata College in Pennsylvania. Elizabeth taught English at Thornton Junior High School and was a member of Emmanuel U.C.C. in Akron, where she was organist for over 20 years. She also enjoyed reading and playing bridge. Preceded in death by her husband, Eldon Shoemaker Witt; parents, John Milton and Emma Gnagey; and brother, Lt. Col. John M. Gnagey Jr. Survivors include her son, Ronn (Jean) Witt of Avon, Ohio; grandchildren, Adam (Kerstin) Witt, Ian Witt and Ryan Witt. Private funeral service will be held Saturday at Silva Funeral Home, Rose Hill Chapel, Akron, Ohio. Interment at Rose Hill Burial Park. Friends may gather for a reception on Saturday at 2 p.m. at Emmanuel U.C.C., 1480 Eastwood Ave., Akron, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Elizabeth G. Witt music memorial fund, Emmanuel U.C.C., 1480 Eastwood Ave., Akron, Ohio 44305. Tributes to remember Elizabeth can be made at www.mem.com. (Silva Funeral Home, Rose Hill Chapel, (330) 666-3089.

BRENDLINGER - J. Frank "Bud"
BRENDLINGER - J. Frank "Bud," 75, Robinson, died Jan. 27, 2004, at home. He was born Sept. 22, 1928, in Pitcairn, son of late Orrene E. Brendlinger. Also preceded in death by grandparents, Henry F. and Viola "Olie" (Lear) Brendlinger. Survived by many special friends and relatives. Member of Evangelical United Methodist Church, Robinson; Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 9 Pittsburgh Chapter 75, Greensburg; F.&.A.M.; Acacia Lodge 355, Blairsville. U.S. Army veteran of Korean War. Life member of Duane Boring VFW Post 9310, Robinson, and Charles Sutton American Legion Post 128, Bolivar. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence, and from noon until time of service at 1 p.m. Saturday at Evangelical United Methodist Church, Robinson, the Rev. Michelle L. Wobrak. Interment, Germany Lutheran Cemetery. Military rite by local veteran's organization at the church.

BROWN - James Birnett "J.B."
BROWN - James Birnett "J.B.," 79, Richland Township, died Jan. 29, 2004, at his residence. Born March 11, 1924, in Richland, Ga., son of late Jim and Lula (Porter) Brown. Survived by wife, Betty M. Buchanna, Johnstown; children: Tom, Florida; and Diane Barnett, Johnstown; eight grandchildren; and sisters, Rosalie Harris, Johnstown; and Mary Smith, Columbus, Ga. Mr. Brown is a retiree of Bethlehem Steel and a former City Golf Champion. At the request of the family, arrangements are private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in the memory of J.B. Brown to Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, 205 Peelor St., Johnstown, Pa. 15901. Arrangements by John Henderson Co. Funeral Home.

DeGREGORIO - Anthony
DeGREGORIO - Anthony, 80, Johnstown, died Jan. 28, 2004, in Beverly Health System. Born Dec. 5, 1923, in Passaic, N.J., son of Pasqualle and Maria (Di- Cerbo) DeGregorio. Preceded in death by parents, and wife, former Anna Johncola. Survived by and will be sadly missed by sister-in-law, Joan DeLusa, Johnstown. A former member of St. Columba Catholic Church. Private funeral service at the convenience of the family with private interment at St. John Gualbert Cemetery. Arrangements by Francis G. Ozog Funeral Home Inc., Broad Street.

FORNEY - Agnes M. Billetdeaux
FORNEY - Agnes M. Billetdeaux, 92, formerly of Johnstown, went to be with her heavenly Father, Jan. 28, 2004. She had been a resident of St. Anne Home, Greensburg, for the past eight years. Born June 15, 1911, in Franklin, daughter of Frank and Mary M. (Simendinger) Burger. Preceded in death by parents; first husband, Edward J. Billetdeaux; second husband, Newman E. Forney; sons, James, John and Vincent Billetdeaux; daughter, Janet Hoff; brothers, Frank and Clair; and sisters, Colette Fabian and Frances Freeburn. Survived by daughters, Colette, married to Arnold Holsopple, Collinsville, Ill.; and Mary Lou, married to Marlin Thomas, Irwin; sons, Eugene, married to former Sandra Snyder; and Joseph, both of Johnstown; and Paul, married to former Helen Johnson, Swansea, Ill.; 26 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. Also survived by sister, Rachael Howard, Johnstown; sisters-in-law, Catherine McDonald, Johnstown; and Betty Rovder, New Paris; daughters-in-law, Carol Clark, and Linda Billetdeaux, both of Johnstown; son-in-law, Robert G. Hoff, Middletown, Md.; and numerous nieces and nephews. No public visitation. Funeral Mass, 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, the Rev. Msgr. Harold N. Biller. Interment, Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Anne Home, 685 Angela Drive, Greensburg, Pa. 15601. Arrangements by John Henderson Co. Funeral Home. The family would like to express their thanks to the staff and administration of St. Anne Home for their wonderful care during their mother's illness.

GRAY - Catherine Elizabeth
GRAY - Catherine Elizabeth "Cathy," 61, Johnstown, died Jan. 28, 2004, at her residence. Born Jan. 22, 1943, in Spangler, Pa., daughter of Jerome and Catherine (Archick) Gray. Preceded in death by parents, and brother, Jerry. Survived by brother, Eugene F., Gambrills, Md.; sister, Anita L., married to John Puhala, Gaithersburg, Md.; and also survived by numerous aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews, and 11 grand nieces and nephews. She competed in the Special Olympics. She enjoyed vacations at the beach, summer camp, swimming at the YWCA, and she also loved to dance. She was employed at Goodwill Industries. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at John Henderson Co. Funeral Home, 215 Central Ave. Funeral Mass will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at St. Patrick church, 609 Park Ave., the Rev. Msgr. Harold N. Biller. Interment, Holy Cross Cemetery, Spangler.

HAGAN - Mrs. Nellie G.
HAGAN - Mrs. Nellie G., 91, Windber, died Jan. 28, 2004. Born Oct. 9, 1912, in Bedford County, daughter of the late Joseph and Laura (Manges) Claycomb. Also preceded in death husband, Joseph P., in 1988; brothers, Luther, Dan, Joseph and Leroy; and sisters, Margaret Speal, Ethel Claycomb, Leila Hilton and Velma Gratis. Survived by these daughters, Patricia Durst, LaJolla, Calif.; Jane, wife of David Emerick, Montgomery Village, Md.; and Sandra Radcliff, San Diego, Calif. Also grandchildren, Jason, Erin, Amy, Marcia and Brian; and 15 great-grandchildren. Member of Scalp Level Trinity United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Meek Funeral Home Inc., Windber, where service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, thr Rev. Arthur T. Moffat Jr., pastor, officiating. Interment, Richland Cemetery.

MARGO - Mrs. Erma
MARGO - Mrs. Erma (Brunett), 86, Portage. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Jean H. Kinley Funeral Home, Portage. Funeral service at 1 p.m. Sunday at First Lutheran Church. Complete obituary in Saturday's paper.

MOCK - Roberta "Bobbie"
MOCK - Roberta "Bobbie," 74, of Ross Drive, Bedford, died at 8:21 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 29, 2004, at her residence. Born in Windber, Somerset County, Pa., on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 1929, she was the daughter of late John and Freda (Rose) Richards. She was a homemaker. She was the wife of Veryl J. Mock. She was a member of the Dunnings Creek Church of the Brethren. In addition to her husband she is survived by son, John, husband of Debra (Weyand) Mock. Bedford; son, Jay, husband of Karen (Callihan) Mock, Schellsburg; brother, John Richards, Bedford; sister, Patricia Mitchell, Alum Bank. She is also survived by five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother. Funeral service at the Jack H. Geisel Funeral Home at 11 a.m. on Saturday with the Rev. Alan Brumbaugh officiating. Interment at Mock Cemetery. Friends are invited to call Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Jack H. Geisel Funeral Home, Pleasantville. Memorial contributions may be made to Dunnings Creek Church of the Brethren, New Paris, Pa. 15554.

MOORE - Patricia E.
MOORE - Patricia E., 73, Richland Township, died Jan. 27, 2004. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home Inc., South Fork. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Benedict's Catholic Church.

NEWKIRK - Winifred I.
NEWKIRK - Winifred I., 78, of 14 A Street, Milroy, died at 7:10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, 2004, at the William Penn Nursing Home, Lewistown. Born Jan. 26, 1926, in Johnstown, she was a daughter of late George Wilford and Blanche (Evans) Smith. Surviving are three sisters; two brothers; children, Janet E. Lipartia, Everett R. Newkirk Jr. Bruce W. Newkirk, Beverly E. Ditzler and Lori J. Coates; and a granddaughter, Jennifer L. Kraynak. She worked for Reeds Gap State Park where she was the first Certified Clerk Typist 3 in the state of Pa. She was a member of the Mountain View Mennonite Chapel, Reedsville. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Mountain View Mennonite Chapel, Reedsville, with the Rev. Lester Diller officiating. Interment will be held in the Church Hill Cemetery, Reedsville. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Bohn Funeral Home, Reedsville.

SQUASHIC - Susan G.
SQUASHIC - Susan G., 76, of Harrisburg, formerly of Gallitzin, died Jan. 27, 2004, at Holy Family Hospital, Camp Hill. Born Feb. 23, 1927, in Munster, daughter of the late Stephen and Anna (Mikula) Sekerak. Preceded in death by her husband, John, on Aug. 10, 1964; sister, Helen; and brothers, Mike, Steve, Andy, Joe, and John. She was a wonderful loving caring mother and will be sadly missed. Survived by her son, Richard J. Squashic of Harrisburg; sisters, Ann Malchesky and Mary Arndt, both of Elyria, Ohio; and brother, George (Viola) Sekerak of Allen Park, Mich.; also brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Dottie Squashic of Harrisburg, the time that they spent together will be precious moments to remember. She was known for her beautiful smile and great personality. She had many wonderful friends and was loved by them all. Friends will be received from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Gibbons Funeral Home, 301 Church St., Gallitzin, followed by funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Demetrius Chapel, Gallitzin, the Rev. Msgr. Bernard Przybocki celebrant. Committal, St. Mary Cemetery.

THOMAS - Roy P.
THOMAS - Roy P., 85, of Greensburg, formerly of Johnstown, died Jan. 27, 2004, in Redstone Highlands in Greensburg. He was born Nov. 25, 1918, in Johnstown, son of the late Ralph C. and Edith B. (Nolte) Thomas. Roy was a retired superintendent of the camera department with The Tribune-Democrat with 44 years of service. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Johnstown; and vice president of the Apartment Association at Redstone Highlands and active with many social activities at Redstone. His hobbies were collecting coins and civil war memorabilia, and he loved to read and enjoyed the music of the Big Bands. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Sara Jane (Smith) Thomas; and an infant son, Larry Wayne Thomas. Surviving are daughter, Janie Mahla and husband, Richard of Greensburg; sisters, Mary Schrott and Betty Ruitenberg, both of Johnstown; and several nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Kepple-Graft Funeral Home, 524 N. Main St., Greensburg, (724) 837-1201. Service will be held at the funeral home Friday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Kevin Carey officiating. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family wishes memorial contributions to the Redstone Highlands Benevolent Care Fund, 6 Garden Center Drive, Greensburg, Pa. 15601.

VARNER - Genevieve
VARNER - Genevieve, 71, Johnstown, died Jan. 29, 2004, at home. Born July 15, 1932, in Johnstown, daughter of Casimir and Julia (Czyrnik) Rajter. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Rayford J. Varner Sr.; and brother, Leo Rajter. Survived by these children: Julia S., wife of Denis P. Michaels, Johnstown; Rayford J. Jr., married to former Kateri Goch, Bedford; and Christine L. Varner, Johnstown; grandchildren: Douglas and Jessice Varner; Julianna, Veronica and Danielle Michaels. Brother of Casimir Rajter Jr., Johnstown. Also survived by dear friend and companion, Andrew Belko Sr., Johnstown. Retired employee of Conemaugh Medical Center (Dietary Dept.) A 1951 graduate of Greater Johnstown High School. Member of Wednesday Senior Citizens Pinochle Club; Oakland Home and Garden Club; and St. John Gualbert Cathedral, where funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, the Rev. Msgr. George Flinn, VG, and the Rev. Clarence Bridges. Committal, Grandview Cemetery. Friends received from 9 a.m. until time of service at Francis G. Ozog Funeral Home Inc., Broad Street. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Windber Hospice in memory of Genevieve Varner.

VUCKOVICH - Josephine D.
VUCKOVICH - Josephine D. "Jo," of Grand Blanc, Mich., age 75, died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2004. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 2, 2004, at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, 2143 South Center Road in Burton, Mich., the Rev. Father David J. Lis officiating. Burial in Crestwood Cemetery. Those desiring may make contributions to St. Nicholas Orthodox Church. Visitation: 1 to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint, Mich. A parastas service will be held at 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Mrs. Vuckovich will be at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service. She was born on Nov. 2, 1928, in Johnstown. She married Fred Vuckovich on July 24, 1954, in Flint, Mich. She was a member of the Million Dollar Babies Dance Group and St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, where she was the bookkeeper for many years. Surviving are son, David, and wife, Barb Vuckovich and their son, Joshua Vuckovich, all of Swartz Creek, Mich.; daughter, Sandy, and husband, Steve Spankie, of Clarkston, Mich.; uncle, Tom Bladen, Flint, Mich.; aunts, Ruth Mooney, Johnstown; and Zora Filipovich, Grand Blanc, Mich.; sisters-in-law, Dorothy Vuckovich, Nehalem, Ore.; Dorothy Vuckovich, Flint, Mich.; Joyce Vuckovich, Dayton, Ohio; Rosemary Vuckovich, Flint, Mich.; Mary King, Flint, Mich.; and beloved dog, Becky Sue; several cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews; great-great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by husband, Fred Vuckovich, on Aug. 21, 1979; and parents, Frank and Dorothy Sunseri of Johnstown.