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B. Jane WHITE, 85, of 112 West 12th St., Tyrone, died at 8:10 a.m.
Saturday, July 1, 2000, at the Tyrone Hospital. Born Aug. 5, 1914, in
Altoona, she was a daughter of the late Levi and Josephine (Hummel)
Porte. She was united in marriage to King Walter White April 17, 1940.
He preceded her in death Feb. 4, 1995. Surviving are three daughters and
three sons: Patricia L. Walters, Tyrone; Marjorie I. White, Ambridge;
Sharon K. Duda, Milford, Conn.; Gary L. White, Gregory K. White and
Jeffrey L. White, all of Tyrone. Three step-children also survive:
Robert J. White, Florida; Anna L. Umholtz, Indiana; and Dorothy E.
Varollo, Brook, Ind. There are 27 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren
and 20 great-great-grandchildren. One sister, Margaret Griffin of
Huntingdon, survives. Mrs. White was preceded in death by an infant
daughter, Susan; a brother, Clarence; a sister, Mary; and three
grandchildren. She was a member of the Tyrone Christ United Methodist
Church. She was a foster grandparent, caring for many special needs
children in the Altoona area; a senior companion for Blair Senior
Services from 1970 until 1996; and a volunteer at Epworth Manor, Tyrone,
for many years. She enjoyed traveling, her grandchildren, WWF
Professional Wrestling and her dog, Pudge. Mrs. White worked at the
Tyrone Hospital snack bar during the 1950s and 1960s. Years ago, she had
been employed as a ticket lady at the Wilson and ElPatio theaters in
Tyrone and as a waitress at Fifty Pipers restaurant in Tyrone. Funeral
services will be held Wednesday, July 5, at 11 a.m., at the Derman
Funeral Home, Inc., Tyrone, with the Rev. Dr. Dennis N. Reedy
officiating. Interment will follow at Blair Memorial Park, Antis
Township. Friends will be received today from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 7
until 9 p.m. and Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Blair Senior Services, Inc.,
1320 12th Ave., Altoona, Pa. 16601 

Mary L. (Buckley) COULTER, 74, of Dillsburg, died Sunday, July 2, 2000,
at her home. Surviving are her husband, Carl R. Coulter of Dillsburg,
and one daughter, Sharon K. Miller of Dillsburg. There are two
grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers and two sisters: David
Buckley and Robert Buckley Sr., both of Harrisburg; Pat Glennon,
Delaware; and Virginia Suter, Harrisburg. There are two grandchildren
surviving. One son, Larry Robert Coulter, preceded her in death. Mrs.
Coulter was a former employee of Beers Restaurant, Mount Union. She
attended Chambers Hills United Methodist Church, where she assisted with
the Easter egg making. She also attended the Chestnut Grove United
Methodist Church, Dillsburg, and was a former member of the Colonial
Park Bowling League. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday,
July 6, at the Chambers Hills United Methodist Church. Interment will be
made in the Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. There will be no viewing. Funeral
arrangements are under the direction of the. Hetrick Funeral Home,
Chambersburg. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart
Association, 1019 Mumma Road, Wormleysburg, Pa. 17043. 

Edna V. RUTHERFORD, 92, of 74 Star Route 655, Mill Creek, where she had resided with her daughter, Jane Kanagy, died Sunday, July 2, 2000, at 2 p.m., in Lewistown. She had been ill for the past year. Born April 10, 1908, in Timberville, Va., she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Sausman. She married Milton A. Rutherford Aug. 19, 1925. He preceded her in death July 11, 1990. Surviving are two children, Robert Rutherford of Downington and Mrs. Jacob (Jane) Kanagy of Star Route 655, Mill Creek, and two foster daughters, Mrs. Dennis (Lois) Allison of Alexandria and Mrs. Ray (Frances) Hartzler, Yeagertown. There are 14 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and four great- great-grandhildren. One son and a grandson preceded her in death. Mrs. Rutherford was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was a member of the Emmanuel Bible Church, Huntingdon, R.D., where she was a Sunday School teacher for many years. She taught elementary school for a number of years and was primarily a homemaker. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 7, at 10:30 a.m., at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Greg Harven officiating. Interment will be made in the Mountainview Cemetery, Mill Creek. Friends will be received at the funeral home Thursday, July 6, from 7 until 9 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service.
Hayden G. RUNK, 86, of Ferguson Valley Road, McVeytown, died at 6:25 p.m. Monday, July 3, 2000, at Ohesson Manor Nursing Home, Lewistown. Born Oct. 1, 1913, in Clay Township, Huntingdon County, he was a son of the late David W. and Naomi (Newman) Runk. He married Lillian M. Stine Oct. 22, 1938. She survives at home. Also surviving are a son and a daughter: David S. Runk of Lewistown and Elaine S. Richards of Cranford, N.J. There are five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Five brothers survive: Kenneth W. Runk, Elkhorn, Wis.; Wayne E. Runk and Sheldon D. Runk, both of MeVeytown; Max L. Runk, Punxsutawney; and Boyd W. Runk, Mount Union. One brother and four sisters preceded him in death. Mr. Runk was a self-employed farmer, retiring in 1975, after operating the Valley View Farm in Ferguson Valley for 35 years. He was a member of the Spring Run Church of the Brethren, where he served as a deacon and was a member of the Men's Bible Sunday School Class. He was also a member of the former Interstate Milk Producers Association. He enjoyed gardening. Interment will be made at 10:15 a.m. Thursday, at Spring Run Cemetery, McVeytown, followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m., at the Spring Run Church of the Brethren. The Rev.. Jerry Lee Miller will officiate. The family will receive friends from 7 until 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Harshbarger Funeral Home, 3 S. Market St., McVeytown. Memorial contributions may be made to the Spring Run Church of the Brethren, P.O. Box 333, McVeytown, Pa. 17051.
Robert G. WASON, 76, of Center Ave., Trappe, Montgomery County, died Saturday, July 2, 2000, at Lankeneau Hospital, Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County. Born Jan. 4, 1924, in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Robert 0. Wason Sr. and Margaret M. (Duffy) Wason Papay. His wife, the former Violet L. Schaefer, survives at home, along with a son and two daughters: Harvey Wason, Punta Gorda, Fla.; Katherine Patterson, Jackson Township,. Huntingdon, R.D. 2, and Shirley Epps, Trappe. There are five grandchildren. Mr. Wason was a graduate of Olney High School and Drexel University. During World War II, he served as a corporal in the U.S. Army with Battery C, 221st Field Artillery Battalion, Americal Division, in the Asia-Pacific Theatre of War. During the 1960s, he was employed by Elco Corp., Huntingdon. A former resident of Monroe, Conn, he retired in 1991 as supervising engineer in the plastics department of Framatone, Inc., in Norwalk,Conn., after 20 years of service. During his retirement, he worked part-time as a courier. for Epps Advertising, Trappe. He was a member of Trinity Reformed Church, United Church of Christ, Collegeville, Montgomery County, where he was a former interim choir director. He was also a former member of Huntington, Conn., United Methodist Church. While in Huntingdon, he was a member of the First United Methodist Church and its Chancel Choir, Huntingdon. He was also vice president, newsletter editor and past president of the Collegeville, Trappe Chapter of the American Association of Retired Persons; was life member of Kline-Styer-McCann Post No. 7155, VFW, Trappe; and the American Division Veterans Association. Funeral services will be held this evening at 7 p.m. at Trinity Reformed C-hurch, UCC, Collegeville, with the Rev. Dr. Martha B. Kriebel officiating. Interment will be made in the Oakland Cemetery, Philadelphia. A viewing will be held from 6 until 6:45 p.m. at the church.
Margaret Earline STEWART, 74, of Huntingdon, R.D. 2, died Monday, July 3, 2000, at her home. Born Dec. 8, 1925, in Alliance, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Russell and Edith (Smith) Kline. She was united in marriage to George Templeton Stewart, who preceded her in death June 11, 1992. Surviving are two daughters and two sons: Linda Jane Moist, Anna Kathryn Porter, Robert Lynn Stewart and James Lloyd McKivison III, all, of the Huntingdon area. There are nine grandchildren, two step- grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Five siblings also survive: Edith Bilger, State College; Alice Kline, Julian; Robert Kline, Carl Kline and Calvin Kline, all of State College. Mrs. Stewart was employed as a clerk at the bakery of Giant Food Store, State College. She was formerly employed by Josten's. She was a member of the Manor Hill United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 6, at 11 a.m., at the Koch Funeral Home, State College, with Pastor Dan Morris officiating. Interment will be made in the Manor Hill Cemetery, Manor Hill. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 123 S. Sparks St., State College, Pa. 16801.
Matthew G. SWARTZ, 89, a resident of Presbyterian Senior Care, Oakmont, died July 4,2000, in West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born June 13, 1911, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Joseph and Lena Swartz. He was united in marriage to Ann Weinberg Aug. 18, 1940, in Pittsburgh. She preceded him in death May 4, 1992. Surviving are the following children: Joel Swartz, Ocean City, Md., Cathy Schmitt, Oakmont; and Rick Swartz, Huntingdon. There are four grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. Mr. Swartz was educated in the McKeesport Area schools. A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Intrepid. He had resided in Huntingdon from 1949 until 1976, when he retired to Hallandale, Fla. While in Huntingdon, he operated the Arcade Grill and Matt's Bar. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Levitt-Weinstein Memorial Chapel in Hollywood, Fla. Funeral services will be held Sunday, July 9, at the chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Huntingdon County Humane Society, R.D. 3, Huntingdon,Pa. 16652.
Dorothy V. (Horn) HOUSER, 80, of Levittown, formerly of Huntingdon, died Monday, July 3, 2000, at Levittown. Born Feb. 29, 1920, in Kistler, she was the daughter of the late William and Nellie (McMullen) Horn. She married Robert E. Houser Jan. 12, 1942, in Philadelphia. He preceded her in death Oct. 27, 1995. Surviving are two sons and a daughter: William N. Houser of Philadelphia; Robert T. Houser of Bensalem; and Lori Lee Houser of Coudersport. There are three grandchildren. Three brothers and three sisters also survive: Eugene S. Horn of Mill Creek; Hubert L. Horn of Huntingdon; Edward Horn of Mill Creek; Rhoda M. Baldwin of Philadelphia; Barbara Vaughn of Orbisonia; and Elizabeth L. James of Tyrone. Two sisters and two brothers preceded her in death. Mrs. Houser was actively employed in the retail trade. During her lifetime, she was employed at Acme Supermarket, Sears and Roebuck and Wannamaker's, all in the Philadelphia area. Mrs. Houser was an active member of the First Regular Baptist Church of Huntingdon. She was also a Girl Scout leader for 25 years in Philadelphia. She was a graduate of Mount Union High School. At the request of the deceased, there will be no public viewing or visitation. Private funeral services will be held Saturday, July 8, at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon. The Rev. David Oldham will officiate. Internment will be made at the Salem Cemetery, Shade Gap R.D.
Philip A. HAAG, 78, of 909 Jefferson Ave., Tyrone, died Wednesday, July 5, 2000, at Bon Secours Holy Family Hospital, Altoona. Born April 16, 1922, in Tyrone, he was the son of the late Francis H. and Martha (Mullen) Haag. He was united in marriage to Leone R. Long Sept. 25, 1954, at St. Matthew's Church, Tyrone. Surviving along with his wife are a daughter and four sons: Jean M. Lehner, Warriors Mark; Anthony Haag, Bosemont, Mont.; Lawrence Haag, Tyrone; Alan Haag, San Luis Obispo, Calif.; and Bryan Haag, Canastota, N.Y. There are five grandchildren. One sister, Mary Jane Fink of Timonium, Md., survives. Mr. Haag retired in 1985 from Conrail as a freight conductor, following 46 years of service. He was a member of St. Matthew's Catholic Church, Tyrone Elks No. 212, Howard Gardener American Legion Anderson-Denny VFW, Blazing Arrow Hook and Ladder Fire Company, United Transportation Union and the Railroad Trainman. He was a 1939 graduate of Tyrone High School and had attended Clemson University in South Carolina. A U.S. Army veteran of World War II, he served as a mortar gunner in the 87th infantry division in Central Europe. He was a prisoner of war in Germany in the winter of 1944-1945 and received two Bronze Stars. He finished the war at Fort Benning, Ga., in parachute school. A funeral Mass will be held Friday, July 7, at 10 a.m., at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, with the Rev. Joseph T. Orr officiating. Interment will be made in the Oak Grove Cemetery, Tyrone. Friends will be received at the Feller Memorial Home from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 7 until 9 p.m. today. A vigil for the deceased will be held at the memorial home at 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Matthew's Restoration Fund, 406 W. 1lth St., Tyrone, Pa. 16686.
Hope Clark MUSSER, 94, formerly of Huntingdon and St. Petersburg, Fla., and a resident of the Edwards Personal Care Home of Shade Gap for the past three years, died at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 5, 2000, at Chambersburg. Born May 4,1906, at Shade Gap, R.D., she was the daughter of George M. and Sadie (Jones) Clark. She married Samuel C. Musser Sept. 27, 1926, in Hagerstown, Md. He preceded her in death May 2, 1978. Jean Bollinger, a daughter, also preceded her in death. One sister, Lenore Leonard, survives in Lewistown. Two brothers and five sisters preceded her in death. Mrs. Musser was of the Methodist faith. She was employed at Owens Corning Fiberglas in Huntingdon for 35 years. It was Mrs. Musser's request that there be no public viewing or visitation. Private graveside services will be held in Riverview Cemetery, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Charles Hicks officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon Frances Elizabeth BUMGARDNER, 79, of Cassville, died at 10 p.m. Friday, July 7, 2000, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born Oct. 1, 1920, in Three Springs, she was the daughter of the late Ira and Lillie Mae (Rupert) Grissinger. She was married to Mitchel E. Bumgardner June 30, 1949. He preceded her in death Jan. 3, 1992. Surviving are six children: George E. Bumgardner, Southport, N.C.; Leroy Bumgardner, McConnellstown; Mary Bumgardner, Cassville; David F. Bumgardner, Duncansville; Robert P. Bumgardner, Huntingdon; and Ruth Blanchard, Clarendon, N.C. There are eight grandchildren and one great-grandson. Seven siblings survive: Ellen Naugle, Mapleton; Blanche Grissinger, Huntingdon; Rella Blair, Mount Union; Harold Grissinger, Levittown; Erma Baer, Tabor City, N.C.; Beatrice Sandsmark, New Carlisle, Ind.; and Irvin Grissinger, Waynesboro. One infant brother preceded her in death. Mrs. Bumgardner was a homemaker. She was of the Protestant faith. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 11, at the Robert I. McClain Funeral Home, Cassville, with Pastor John Traxler officiating. Interment will be made in the Trough Creek Valley Baptist Cemetery, Calvin, R.D. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service on Tuesday.
M. Marie DOWNES, 97, of 28976 Great.Cove Rd., Fort Littleton, died Sunday, July 9, 2000, at Green Ridge Village, Newville. Born Aug. 30, 1902, in Burnt Cabins, she was the daughter of the late Denton and Francis (Mills) Gallagher. Her husband, Robert Marcus Downes, preceded her in death. Surviving are two sons: Elwood Gallagher of Burnt Cabins and Robert "Bob" Downes Jr., Fort Littleton. There are 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. One brother and a sister, Guy Gallagher of Dover and Nancy Hess of Shade Gap, survive. One daughter, Delores Boyer, a brother and a sister preceded her in death. Mrs. Downes was a member of the Burnt Cabins United Methodist Church, where she played the piano for several years. She was the owner and operator of the Downes Motel in Fort Littleton. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 13, at 10 a.m. at the Kelso-Cornelius Funeral Home, Inc., 322 N. Second St., McConnellsburg, with the Rev. Donald Bard officiating. Interment will be made in the Union Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday, July 12, from 7 until 9 p.m. For the convenience of friends, the doors to the funeral home will be open from 2 until 9 p.m. There will also be visitation one hour prior to the service on Thursdav.
Josephine Ruth MILLER, 69, of HC 62, Shade Gap, died at 5 p.m. Friday, July 7, 2000, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born June 29, 1931, in Orbisonia, she was the daughter of the late Joseph K. and Ruth Pauline (Bard) Price. She was united in marriage to William K. Miller Aug. 21, 1949. Mr. Miller survives at home, along with two daughters: Deborah S. Kling of Burnt Cabins and Carol Ann Lane, Blairs Mills, R.R. 1. There are six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Ten siblings survive: Richard E. Price Sr., Glenda D. Price, Susan N. Willis, Victoria A. Price, Randall J. Price and Joseph M. Price Sr., all of Shade Gap; Gary L. Price and Mary Jane Rinker, both of Orbisonia; Sandra K. Hughes, Smyrna, Tenn.; and Thelma Marlene Brown, Patton. Mrs. Miller was of the Protestant faith. For several years, she worked as a waitress. Her last employment was at the Gap Mini-Mart in Shade Gap. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with Pastor Wilson Boyd officiating. Interment will be made in the Fair Ridge Cemetery, Shade Gap, R.D.
Sara K. SAYLOR, 86, of 36 W. 31st St., Huntingdon, died Saturday, July 8, 2000, at 3:30 p.m., at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. She had been in failing health for the past year. Born May 22, 1914, in Academia, Juniata County, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Laura (Hockenberry) Casner. She was first united in marriage to Thomas Campbell, who preceded her in death in 1957. She later married Ralph Saylor, who preceded her in death in 1988. Surviving are three children: Harold 0. Campbell, Saltillo; Donna G. Taylor, Huntingdon; and Connie M. McQuait,,Hustontown. There are 11 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A son, Harry, and a daughter, Sharon, preceded her in death. One sister, Anna Margaret of Lewistown, survives. She was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters: Foster, Henry, Carl, Cloyd, Esther, Emma, Frank, Donald, Martha, Homer and Kenneth. Mrs. Saylor was of the Protestant faith. She was employed by the custodial staff at Huntingdon area schools for a number of years and retired in 1989. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 12, at 2 p.m., at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Vivian Carbaugh officiating. Interment will be made in the Mattawana Cemetery, McVeytown. Friends will be received at the funeral home Tuesday, July 11, from 7 until 9 p.m. and Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service.
Alda Jane LEONARD, 78, a resident of Masonic Homes, Elizabethtown, formerly of Shirleysburg, died at 5:35 p.m. Sunday, July 9, 2000, at the Masonic Homes. Born March 31, 1922, in Shirley Township, Huntingdon County, she was the daughter of late Howard and Edith (Swarner) Love. She married Mearl S. Leonard Aug. 16, 1941. He survives at the Masonic Home. Surviving are two sons and one daughter: Barry Leonard of Shirleysburg, Joseph Leonard of Lancaster and Nancy Leonard of Duncannon. There are three grandchildren, one great-granddaughter and four step-great-grandchildren. One sister, Lena Love of Shirleysburg survives. Two brothers, Max Love and Doran Love, preceded her in death. Mrs. Leonard was a member of the Shirleysburg United Methodist Church. She was primarily a homemaker. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 13, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with Pastor Richard Morris officiating. Interment will be made in the Stone Church Cemetery, Germany Valley, Shirleysburg, R.D. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service on Thursday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shirleysburg United Methodist Church, c/o Darlene Love, treasurer, R.R. 1, Box 7, Shirleysburg, Pa. 17260.
Ann Lenore (DeGroodt) CONLEY of Mays Landing, N.J., formerly of Huntingdon, died Monday, July 10, 2000, at the Health Center at Galloway in Pomona, N.J., after a lengthy illness. Born and reared in Atlantic City, N.J., she married John J. Conley, of Portland, Maine, who preceded her in death in 1977. Surviving are four sons: Jack Conley of Mays Landing, N.J., Ken Conley of Egg Harbor Township, N.J., Brian Conley of Pomona, N.J., and Phelim Conley of Buxton, Maine. There are seven grandchildren. One brother, Philip DeGroodt of Delray Beach, Fla., survives. She was preceded in death by a son, Kevin, and a brother, Charles DeGroodt. A graduate of Atlantic City High School, she attended the University of Alabama. After her marriage in 1939, she lived in Connecticut, West Virginia, Bridgeton and Atlantic City, N.J., before settling in Huntingdon in 1950. In Huntingdon, Mrs. Conley was active in many endeavors. She worked as assistant to the librarian at Juniata College for more than 30 years until her retirement. She was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church, where she was active in parish activities. She served as president of the J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. One of her major interests was working with organizations that assisted handicapped people. She served as president of the local 1973 chapter of Easter Seal Society and worked actively with Huntingdon County PRIDE. In the Atlantic County area, Mrs. Conley was a member of Christ Episcopal Church in Somers Point, N.J. She enjoyed her retirement and the opportunity to spend time with her family and grandchildren. A funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 14, at Christ Episcopal Church, 157 Shore Rd., Somers Point, N.J. Interment will follow at Laurel Memorial Park, Pomona. Friends may call at the church after 10 a.m. until the hour of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Easter Seals or the charity of the donor's choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the George H. Wimberg Funeral Home, Linwood.
Louis E. FRYE Sr., 63, of 45 Taylor Apartments, Mount Union, formerly of Chambersburg died unexpecedly at his home Monday, July 10, 2000. Born May 31, 1937, in Mount Union, he was the son of the late Jesse L. Frye and Marie (Jeffries) Everetts. He is survived by five children: Angela A. Barbour, Chambersburg; Arthur L. Frye, Shippensburg; Crystal A. Frye, Lancaste; Terrance T. Frye, Chambersburg; and Jesse L. Hamman, Mount Union. There are six grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. Two sisters, Evelyn M. "Sue" Trice of Mount Union and Jean Wynn of Pittsburgh, survive, along with several nieces, nephews and friends. Mr. Frye was preceded in death by a son, Louis E. Frye Jr, and the following brothers and sister: Arthur L. Frye, William S. Frye, Naomi E. Martin, Jesse R. Frye and Robert G. Frye. He attended the Mount Union schools. From July 31, 1954 until May 11, 1956, he served in the U.S. Army. Mr. Frye had worked at Robin Footwear, Mount Union, and Elco Corp., Huntingdon. He was most recently employed as a custodian by the VFW Post No. 5754, Mount Union. He was a member of the following organizations: Huntingdon VFW, Mount Union VFW, American Legion Post No. 107 of Mount Union, Laurel Lodge of Chambersburg and IBPOE of W, No. 702, Mount Union, where he was a trustee and escort. He was a member of the Mt. Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Mount Union. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, July 14, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with the Rev. I. S. Owens officiating. Interment will be made in the Mount Union Cemetery. Friends will be received at the funeral home Thursday, July 13, from 7 until 9 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Shirley Shore, 29 Valley View Court, Mount Union, Pa.
William E. SWIGART Jr., 85, of Huntingdon died Monday, July 10, 2000, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital. Born Feb. 2, 1915, in Huntingdon, he was a son of the late W. Emmert and Eva Workman Swigart. In 1940, he married Helen Fetterhoof, who died May 11, 1991. On Oct. 18, 1992, he married Patricia Bittner Trefz, who survives at home. He was a 1933 graduate of Huntingdon High School. He attended Wooster College in Wooster, Ohio, and graduated from Juniata College in Huntingdon in 1937. An Army veteran, he served during World War II, leaving commissioned as a captain. He joined Swigart Associates Inc., the firm founded by his father in 1907. Following the death of his father in 1949, he was elected Corporate Vice President/Secretary and later President and C.E.O. In 1986, he moved to the position of Chairman of the Board. He was also involved in the insurance profession, handling antique automobile insurance, as well as his real estate and museum businesses. He was past president of the Pennsylvania Association of Mutual Insurance Companies. For more than 60 years he served on the board of the Huntingdon County United Way, which had been started by him as the Huntingdon County Community Chest. He also served a two-term directorship of the United Way of Pennsylvania. In 1998, he was the first recipient of the William E. Swigart Jr. United Way Service Award, to be given annually. Also in 1998, he received the Community Star Jefferson Award for outstanding community service representing six Central Pennsylvania counties. He supported the Boy Scouts of America and was given the Silver Beaver Award, among other honors. At the time of his death he was a member of the board of directors of the Juniata Valley Council 497 of the Boy Scouts of America. He was active in other community organizations and Juniata College. He was a lifelong member of the Stone Church of the Brethren, having been a former teacher of the Adult Bible Class and serving as a Deacon. He was also a member of several social clubs, including past president and member for more than 60 years of the Huntingdon Kiwanis Club. He was owner of the William E. Swigart Jr. Antique Automobile Museum, the oldest car museum in America. He was a life member since 1947, past national president and former secretary of the board of the Antique Automobile Club of America Inc. and served on the board of directors for 35 years. He was a member of several other automobile related organizations. In 1997 he was named to the International Collector Car Hall of Fame. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Anne S. Seeger of Arlington, Va., and Susan S. Porter of Plymouth, Mich.; two sons, William E. III of North Providence, R.I., and Jeffrey F. of Malvern; a stepdaughter, Patricia E. Krow of Hummelstown; a stepson, Stephen R. Hall of Hummelstown; a sister, Naomi S. Miller of Huntingdon; eight grandchildren; three stepgranddaughters; and a stepgreat-granddaughter. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Trefz and Bowser Funeral Home Inc., 114 W. Main St., Hummelstown, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Cutright-Speck Funeral Home, Ridge Road and Juniata Avenue, Smithfield Township, Huntingdon, and from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday at the Stone Church of the Brethren, 17th and Moore streets, Huntingdon. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at the church. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Huntingdon. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
Richard L. "Dick" IDDINGS Sr., 60, of Spruce Creek died Monday, July 10, 2000, at Tyrone Hospital following a brief illness. Born Oct. 11, 1939, in Tyrone, he was a son of the late Reuben Samuel and Bessie Irene Summers Iddings. On Oct. 5, 1957, in Sinking Valley, he married Connie L. Waite, who survives at home. On July 1 he retired as a pipe fitter from Westvaco Corp. in Tyrone after 43 years of service. He was a former member of the Pennsylvania National Guard and the Army Reserve. He attended the Spruce Creek Methodist Church. He enjoyed his family, camping and his pet dog Molly. He was an avid turkey hunter. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Pam Hoover of Stormstown; a son, Richard L. Jr. of Spruce Creek; a sister, Maxine Golden of Tyrone; two brothers, Ronald and Junior, both of Tyrone; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by five sisters and brothers. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Derman Funeral Home Inc., 1200 Lincoln Ave., Tyrone. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Norman E. Huff officiating. Burial will be in Burket Cemetary, rural Warriors Mark. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Blair County Unit, American Cancer Society, 1004 N. Juniata St., Hollidaysburg, Pa. 16648.
Barbara Anderson Steel de MEZA, 79, of Washington, D.C., died suddenly Saturday, July 1, 2000, at her residence. Born July 21, 1920, in Huntingdon, she was the daughter of the late Maxwell W. and Miriam Diana (Anderson) Steel. She was united in marriage to Luis Alberto Meza Feb. 14, 1951, in Cuernavaca, Mexico, and March 18, 1951, in the First United Methodist Church, Huntingdon. Mr. Meza preceded her in death Aug. 7, 1978. One daughter, Rosalinda "Rosi" Meza-Steel de Martinez of Washington, D.C., survives. Also surviving are two brothers and one sister: Major General Maxwell W. Steel Jr., Falls Church, Va.; David H. Steel, Hesston; and Patricia Steel, New York, N.Y Mrs. Meza was a member of the Episcopal Church. She was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the American Association of Language Specialists, Self Help for the Hard of Hearing and the West End Library in Washington, D.C. She was employed by Inter-American Development Bank and the Henry M. Snyder Publishers Export Representatives. Mrs. Meza attended the Huntingdon public schools and graduated from Huntingdon High School with the Class of 1936. She was a 1940 graduate of Bryn Mawr College. She had lived at her current residence since 1975. Mrs. Meza was an avid reader, a founder and supporter of libraries, an accomplished linguist and a renowned translator and editor. She was also an enthusiastic world traveler who supported the deaf. She was also an ardent dog lover. A private graveside service was held at Riverview Cemetery Friday, July 7, with the Rev. W. Thomas Warne III officiating. Friends may write to her daughter, Rosi at 3 Washington Circle, Apt. No. 302, Washington, D.C., 20037-2357. Memorial contributions may be made to the Huntingdon County Library, 330 Penn St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., Huntingdon. Malcolm F. "Mac" DRAKE, 84, of Woodbury, formerly of 3139 Brumbaugh Rd., New Enterprise, died Wednesday morning, July 12, 2000, at the home of his daughter, following a brief illness. Born Aug. 5, 1915, in Three Springs, Huntingdon County, he was a son of the late Fred B. and Ruth (Duvall) Drake. He married Marie L. Cogan Jan. 20, 1937. Surviving are his wife, two sons and two daughters: Robert F. Drake and Edward P Drake, both of Martinsburg, R.R. 2, Betty M. Harcleroad, with whom he resided, and Bonnie I. Clark of Everett. There are 14 grandchildren, a step-grandson, 13 great-grandchildren, five step- great-grandchildren and three step-great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three sons and a daughter: Donald V. Drake in 1949, Benjamin L. Drake in 1966, Ronald D. Drake in 1968 and Martha J. Harcleroad in 1969. Two sisters and a brother also survive: Isabelle Dixon, Martinsburg; Jean Kleeder, Euclid, Ohio; and John M. Drake, Curryville. Three brothers and five sisters preceded him in death: Gideon, Donald and Wayne Drake, Grace Price, Mary Hall, infant Elizabeth, Sara Long and Emma Thompson. Mr. Drake was a member of the New Enterprise Church of the Brethren, where he was a former Sunday School teacher and deacon. He was a former member of the Clover Creek Church of the Brethren, Martinsburg, R.R. 2. He retired as a lifelong dairy farmer in the Morrisons Cove area and also served as the farmer of Old Bedford Village. Mr. Drake attended the Morrisons Cove schools and studied agricultural home correspondence courses at Penn State University. He also studied Dale Carnegie courses. He enjoyed traveling, gardening and reading. Mr. Drake was a member of Bedford County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau, the Bedford County Republican Club, the Southern Cove Lions Club and the National and Pennsylvania State Holstein associations. He also belonged to several Bedford County agricultural and dairy associations, along with Republican clubs. He was a former North Woodbury Township supervisor. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, at New Enterprise Church of the Brethren, with Pastor Martin Hutchinson officiating. Interment will be made in the Fairview Cemetery, Martinsburg. Friends may call at the John C. Bolger Funeral Home, Inc., Martinsburg, from 7 until 9 p.m. Thursday and from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 7 until 9 p.m. Friday.
W. Harry HOFFER, 92, a resident of Meadowview Manor Personal Care Home in McVeytown for 11 months, for the past two months a resident of Huntingdon Manor and formerly of R.R. 1, Box 209, West Township, Petersburg, died Wednesday, July 12, 2000, at 12:04 a.m., at Huntingdon Manor. He had been in failing health for the past two months. Born May 21, 1908, in Barree Township, he was the son of the late Asberry and Alice (McCrum) Hoffer. He was united in marriage to Louise Stewart Nov. 14, 1942, in York, by the Rev. Joseph Rigby. She preceded him in death May 6, 1989. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Gary W. (Kay Lou) Hurley of Alexandria, one granddaughter and a grandson. Two sisters, Hazel Longenecker of Washington and Mrs. J. Wesley (Ruth) Spahn of Somerset, survive, along with one nephew. One brother, Howard Hoffer, preceded him in death. Mr. Hoffer was a lifelong mechanic by trade. He owned and operated his own garage and service station in Mooresville for over 50 years. Following his wife's death, he worked for eight years under the Green Thumb Program at the Juniata Valley High School in the cafeteria and custodial departments. Mr. Hoffer was a life member of the Mooresville United Methodist Church and United Methodist Men. He also belonged to the Mooresville Cemetery Association for over 50 years. He was a member of the Shavers Creek Grange and was an instrumental part of organizing the Shavers Creek Volunteer Fire Company. He attended the West Township public schools and served in the United States Army during World II. He had been a longtime resident, of Mooresville, West Township. Private funeral services will be held at the Mooresville United Methodist Church, Petersburg, R.D. 1, Route 305 at Mooresville, with the Rev. Sharon L. Landis officiating. Interment will be made in the Mooresville Cemetery. The family requests that flowers be omitted and those wishing to make contributions may do so at any of the following charities: Blood donations to the American Red Cross in Mr. Hoffer's memory; Mooresville Cemetery Association; Juniata Valley Senior Citizens Center, Route 305, Petersburg, Pa. 16669; or to the Leukemia Foundation 2 Gateway Center, Suite 13 North, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15222. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Cutright-Speck Funeral Home, Juniata Valley Chapel, 412 Main St., Alexandria, Pa. 16611.
The Rev. William W. KAUFFMAN, 75, of Petersburg, R.R. 1, died at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, July 12, 2000, at his home. Born Feb. 22, 1925, in Port Royal, he was the son of the late Oliver W. and Barbara Matilda (Walter) Kauffman. He is survived by a son and two daughters: William Alexander Kauffman, Lyons, N.Y.; Gayle Ewing, Petersburg, R.R. 1, and Nancy Embly, Jacksonville, N.C. There are seven grandchildren. One sister, Mrs. George (Frances) Crimmel of Port Royal., survives. He was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Edna Metzgar, and a half-sister, Catherine Wagner. The Rev. Kauffman was a retired United Methodist minister. He had served parishes in Monroeton; Manor Hill Charge; Broad Avenue, Altoona; Mapleton; and Robertsdale. A U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, he was a graduate of Tuscarora Valley High School, Port Royal, and a 1967 graduate of the Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C. He was ordained an elder in 1968 with the Central Pennsylvania Conference of the United Methodist Church. In his early years, he served as a lay speaker at the Port Royal United Methodist Church. The Rev. Kauffman was a member of the Port Royal United Methodist Church. He also belonged to the Blue Masonic Lodge of Monroeton and was a 32nd degree mason of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Altoona. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 15, at 11 a.m., at the Port Royal United Methodist Church, Port Royal, with the Rev. Thomas H. Irwin Jr., district superintendent of Altoona District, and Pastor Frank J. Swartz, officiating. Interment will be made in the New Church Hill Cemetery, Port Royal. Friends may call at the Rex Funeral Home, 308 Market St., Port Royal, Friday from 7 until 9 p.m. and Saturday at the church from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Port Royal United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 396, Port Royal, Pa. 17082-0396; or to the charity of the donor's choice.
Kay M. GLICK, 60, of 929 Jacks Creek Road, Lewistown, died at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, July 13, 2000, at Lewistown Hospital. Born July 21, 1939, in Belleville, she was the daughter of the late Clyde C. and Grace A. (Oburn) Randolph. She married Sherman L. Glick June 18, 1960. Mr. Glick survives at home, along with the following children: Mrs. Thomas (Susan) Shank and David C. Glick, both of Lewistown; Mrs. Jacob (Paula) Fisher, McClure; and Mrs. James (Christine) Orwig, Mifflintown. There are five grandchildren. One sister, Mrs. George (Darlene) Sunderland, survives in Belleville. She was preceded in death by a brother, Harry Randolph. Mrs. Glick was a 1957 graduate of Huntingdon High School and a 1960 graduate of the Lewistown Hospital School of Nursing. She was a homemaker and was the secretary of Kish Valley Dairy Sales. Earlier in life, she had worked as a registered nurse. Mrs. Glick was a member of the Allensville Presbyterian Church and of the Mount Union Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the Allensville Presbyterian Church, Allensville, with the Rev. Geoffrey Huish officiating. Interment will be made in the Mooresville Cemetery, Petersburg, R.R. 1. Friends may call from 6:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. Sunday at the Donald E. Baggus Funeral Home, Belleville, and from 9 a.m. until the time of the services Monday at the church. Memorial contributions, may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 551, Lewistown, Pa. 17044; or to the Allensville Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 130, Allensville, Pa. 17002.
David L. SNYDER, 61, of Albuquerque, N.M., died unexpectedly June 9, 2000. Born Feb. 21, 1939, in Mount Union, he was the son of the late Rolland H. Snyder and Violet (Costlow) Snyder, who survives in Petersburg and Kissimmee, Fla. He married Mary Jane Temple, formerly of Petersburg, who survives in Albuquerque. Also surviving are a stepson, William Spyker of Steamboat Springs, Colo., and a stepdaughter, Beth (Spyker) Shultz of Wyalusing. One brother and three sisters survive: Russell Snyder, Petersburg and Kissimmee, Fla.; Joan (Snyder) Rhody, Stroudsburg; Peggy (Snyder) Kissinger, Canoe Creek; and Rita (Snyder) McDonel, Alexandria. One brother, John R. Snyder, preceded him in death. Mr. Snyder graduated from Juniata Valley High School in 1957 and attended Simmons School of Mortuary Science of Syracuse, N.Y., following his graduation, In the early 1960s, Mr. Snyder served as a medic in the United States Army. During his life, he was a human resources professional, working as the human resources director of hospitals in Williamsport, Lancaster and Harrisburg. While living in the Lancaster and Harrisburg areas, he worked with juvenile offenders in the Friends of the Court civic organization. In 1982, Mr. Snyder and his wife relocated to Albuquerque, where he continued his career in the human services field, becoming a private consultant during his latter years. He was a member of American Legion posts in the areas where he resided and was an active member of the TIP& Club; and the IrishAmerican Society of Albuquerque.
Naomi R. DESPOT, 76, of 420 Lindsay St., Hollidaysburg, died at 8:05 p.m. Wednesday, July 12, 2000, at Bon Secours Holy Family Hospital, Altoona, following a brief. illness. Born March 4, 1924, in Sinking Valley, she was the daughter of the late John and Edna (Weyer) Kinch. She was united in marriage April 2, 1953, to Frank 0. Despot in Orbisonia. Mr. Despot survives, along with a son and a daughter: Kenneth Despot of Duncansville and Sharon Quigley of Hollidaysburg. There are six grandchildren and two great- granddaughters. One brother, Ralph Kinch of Norfolk, Va., and two sisters, Helen Friday of Osceola Mills and Beverly Itinger of Alexandria, survive. She was preceded in death by one brother, Paul Kinch, and two sisters, Thelma Kinch and Betty Oswalt. Mrs. Despot was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Hollidaysburg. She was a lifelong homemaker, avid reader and music lover. Her main joy was being with and helping her entire family. She was a true friend to all who knew her. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 15, at the Plank, Stitt and Stevens Funeral Home, 421 Montgomery St., Hollidaysburg, with Pastor James Fleming officiating. Interment will be made in the Presbyterian Cemetery, Hollidaysburg.
Donald Charles SHAFER, 88, of 2518 Holland Ave., Huntingdon, died Tuesday, July 11, 2000, at 11:30 a.m., at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. He had been in declining health for several months. Born May 21, 1912, in Huntingdon, he was the son of the late William and Dora (Drake) Shafer. He was united in marriage to Helen Isabel Kann Jan. 5, 1934, in Cumberland, Md., by the Rev. R.E. Webb. Mrs. Shafer preceded him in death Jan. 19, 1993. One son and two daughters survive: Jack Drake Shafer, Middletown, Ohio; Donna S. Rinker, Huntingdon; and Linda A. Welter, Fairfax, Va. There are six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mr. Shafer was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was a member of the Abbey Reformed Church United Church of Christ, Huntingdon, where he was always active in refurbishing projects and was a member of the church basketball league in his youth. Mr. Shafer was a self-employed grocer for 47 years. He took over the family business, Shafer's Brothers Economy Store, located at 627 Sixth St., Huntingdon. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by the Pennsylvania State University for ten years. He was a member of the grocers cooperative, known as the Huntingdon Grocery Company. He was instrumental in creating the company and served as past president. It was later referred to as Economy Stores and was in existence for 32 years. Mr. Shafer was well-known for restoring toys and donating them to Huntingdon House. He was also a former member of the Huntingdon Lions Club. He attended the William Smith School and graduated in 1931 from Huntingdon High School. He had been a resident of Huntingdon County since birth and had lived at his current residence for the past 15 years. A funeral service will be held at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., 417 Washington St., Huntingdon, Monday, July 17, at 10 a.m., with the Rev. Gary H. Marcy officiating. Interment will be made in the Huntingdon Memorial Gardens, Walker Township, Huntingdon County. Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Sunday, July 16, and from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service on Monday. The family requested that flowers be omitted. Memorial contributions may be made to the Abbey Reformed Church, United Church of Christ Memorial Fund, 515 Sixth St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652.
Robert L. "Bob" FLEEGAL, 71, of 45 Cedar Drive, Lewistown, died at 5:30 a.m. July 15, 2000, at his residence. Born April 30, 1929, in Lewistown, he was the son of the late Legora C. and Mary E. (Russell) Fleegal. He was united in marriage to Margaret Logan, who survives at home. Also surviving are four children: Michael R. Fleegal, Deborah Moist, Mrs. Stephen (Cynthia) Barger and Brian L. Fleegal, all of Lewistown. There are eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Several cousins survive in the Huntingdon area. Mr. Fleegal was a construction worker employed by Pipefitters Local No. 520, Harrisburg, for 50 years. He retired on disability in 1990. During the Korean War, he served in the U.S. Air Force. He was a member of the Strodes Mills Baptist Church and the West Granville Fire Company. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 19, at 11 a.m., at the Heller-Hoenstine Woodlawn Funeral Home, 200 N. Main St., Lewistown, with the Rev. Jonathan C. Good officiating. Interment will be made in the Juniata Memorial Park, Lewistown. Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday from 7 until 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made Io the Strodes Mills Baptist Church, 8151 U.S. Highway Route 522 S., McVeytown, Pa. 17051.
Helen (Miller) KIRACOFE, 99, a resident of the Lutheran Home in Hollidaysburg, formerly of Huntingdon and Hollidaysburg, died Friday, July 14, 2000, at the home, following a brief illness. Born June 18, 1901, in Bridgewater, Va., she was the daughter of the late Virgil L. and Mary Rebecca (Sanger) Miller. She was united in marriage June 18, 1925, in Bridgewater, Va., to Edgar Stuart Kiracofe, who preceded her in death April 10, 1979. One daughter, Betty Weicht of Hollidaysburg, survives. There are six grandchildren and 18, great-grandchildren. One sister, Margaret M. Farrell of the Lutheran Home in Hollidaysburg, survives. One daughter, Nancy Stewart, preceded her in death in 1987, and a grandson, Peter Stewart, also in 1987. Mrs. Kiracofe was a member of the Church of the Brethren. A 1925 graduate of Bridgewater College in Bridgewater, Va., she was a charter member of the Standing Stone Art League, Huntingdon, and was a member of the Standing Stone Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, also of Huntingdon. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 18, at the Plank, Stitt and Stevens Funeral Home, Hollidaysburg. Interment will be made Wednesday, July 19, at 1 p.m., at Parklawn Cemetery, Bridgewater, Va.
Beulah Maude (Louder) ISETT, 79, of Twin Gables, Cold Springs Road, Huntingdon, died Friday, July 14, 2000, at 7:40 a.m., at the Altoona Hospital. Born March 31, 1921, in Huntingdon, she was the daughter of the late Chester Paul and Lulu Grace (Walls) Louder. She was united in marriage to John Melvin Isett Oct. 5, 1940, in Huntingdon, with the Rev. George Morgan, pastor of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, Huntingdon, officiating. Mr. Isett survives at home, along with one son and two daughters: Judy G. Isett, Chester P. Isett and Eileen Isett Moore, all of Huntingdon. There are four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers and one sister: Robert E. Louder, Huntingdon; David F. Louder, Rochester, N.Y.; and Mrs. Frank (Grace) Barnish, Huntingdon. One brother, Chester Paul Louder Jr., preceded her in death. Mrs. Isett was a lifelong member of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, Huntingdon, assuming many committee chairs over the years. Mrs. lsett was a constant and staunch supporter of numerous charitable organizations on the local, state and national level, especially Huntingdon County PRIDE, Inc., local unit of the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association; Huntingdon County Historical Society, Salvation Army, Huntingdon Fire Department, Huntingdon Ambulance Service, Huntingdon County Friends of the Library and J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital. She was a member of Juniata Valley Chapter No. 121, Order of the Amaranth, where she had achieved the office of royal matron and currently held the office of chapter treasurer, which she held for many years. She was an active member of the Soroptimist Club of Huntingdon County and was a former member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the auxiliary of the Salvation Army, Huntingdon. In 1942, Beulah, along with her husband, Melvin, began a very long and successful business career in the Huntingdon community. These various businesses ranged from the Crossroads General Store, Isett's TV Sales and Service, Meltronic Distributors, Inc., to Isett's Department Store. They were pioneers in the cable industry by forming the Huntingdon TV Cable Company in 1961, among one of the earliest cable companies in Pennsylvania. After establishing a long and distinguished position in the business community and after 60 years of marriage and business partnership, the Isetts retired in April 1999, when they sold the cable company. Mrs. Isett attended the Huntingdon public schools and graduated from Huntingdon High School in 1938. She had been a resident of Huntingdon County since birth and had lived at her current residence since 1946. Mrs. Isett enjoyed flower gardening, antiques, cooking and helping others by her numerous acts of kindness and her expression of love through her personal cards, notes and telephone calls. She always had a kind word and a kind heart. A funeral service will be held at the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, 1019 Moore St., Huntingdon, Tuesday, July 18, at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Peter Sears and the Rev. Palmer E. Zerbe officiating. Interment will be made in the Old Stone Church Cemetery, Penn Township, James Creek. Friends may call at the church after 7 o'clock this evening and from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Order of Amaranth, Juniata Valley Chapter No. 121, c/o Doris M. Wagner, secretary, HCR 61, Box 509-A, Mill Creek, Pa. 17060; or the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church building fund, 1019 Moore St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652;., or Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Huntingdon County, 322 Penn St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the John B. Brown Funeral Home. Inc.. Huntingdon. Anna F. CHRISTOFF, 71, of P.O. Box 329, Overbrook Acres, Mount Union, died at 2:35 p.m. Friday, July 14, 2000, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born March 15, 1929, in Middleburg, Snyder County, she was the daughter of the late Roy F. and Mary (Walter) Hackenberg. She was united in marriage to Arthur S. Christoff July 14, 1956, in Mount Union. He preceded her in death May 16, 1996. One daughter and one son survive: Patricia Salisbury of Radnor and Roger Christoff of Mount Union. One grandson, one granddaughter and one aunt survive, along with two brothers: Nevin Hackenberg of McClure and Miles Hackenberg of Middleburg. One sister, Frona Hackenberg, preceded her in death. Mrs. Christoff was formerly employed with her husband, operating County Mobile Homes, Inc., founded and owned by her husband. She attended the Middleburg schools and was a lifelong member of the Zion United Methodist Church, Middleburg. Funeral services were held today, July 17, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with the Rev. Dr. Kenneth Grundon officiating. Interment was made in the Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg, R.R. 1. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, R.D. 1, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652.
Joanne L. PARK, 67, of Sinoquipe Road, Fort Littleton, died at 3:20 p.m. Friday, July 14, 2000, at the Fulton County Medical Center, McConnellsburg. Born Aug. 3, 1932, in McConnellsburg, she was the daughter of the late Clair K. and Katie E. (Kendall) Decker. She was united in marriage to Foster W. Park Aug. 26, 1950, in Hagerstown, Md. Mr. Park survives at home, along with a son and a daughter: Andrew W. Park of Fort Littleton and Patti Jo Hunsinger of Shade Gap. There are four grandsons and two great- grandchildren. One brother and one sister survive: Richard Decker of Mercersburg and Doris Fowler of Carlisle. Mrs. Park was a member of the Immanuel Bible Church, Three Springs, R.D. She had served as Dublin Township, Fulton County, tax collector for the past 21 years. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 18, at the M R. Brown Funeral Home, Hustontown, with Pastor Steve Heaster officiating. Interment will be made in the Old Methodist Cemetery, Orbisonia, R.D. (Maddensville).
William H. RUTHERFORD, 81, of 50 Huey St., Allensville, died at 3:30 a.m. Sunday, July 16, 2000, at Meadowview Manor, McVeytown, R.R. 1. Born May 26, 1919, in Mill Creek, he was the son of the late Herbert and Gertrude (Kimmel) Rutherford. He married Thelma M. Adams March 25, 1946. She survives, along with three daughters: Mrs. Lloyd (Anna Marie) Yoder, Allensville; Mrs. Lloyd (Mary) Grubb, Huntingdon, R.R. 1; and Mrs. Thomas (Karen) Kauffman, Huntingdon, R.R. 3. There are six grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. Also surviving are three sisters: Mrs. Monroe (Marian) White and Beatrice Harbaugh, both of HCR 61, Mill Creek, and Dorothy Moneta, Belle Vernon. Mr. Rutherford was preceded in death by a daughter, Susan Faith Rutherford, June 17, 1996; a son, Richard Allen Rutherford, May 30, 1948; a granddaughter, Lesley Yoder; and three sisters, Margaret Bailey, Regina Imler and Irene Bowser. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He was a dairy farmer in Trough Creek Valley, retiring in 1965. He later worked at Fairmont Products, Belleville, until his retirement in 1985. Mr. Rutherford was a member of the Allensville Presbyterian Church, and a life member of the Standing Stone Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1754, Huntingdon, and Trough Creek Valley Grange. He was an avid woodworker and an accomplished musician who played for square dances. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Allensville Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Geoffrey Huish officiating. Interment will be made in the Mountainview Cemetery, Mill Creek. Friends may call at the Donald E. Baggus Funeral Home, 3813 W. Main St., Belleville, Tuesday, from 7 until 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Allensville Presbyterian Church, P. 0. Box 130, Allensville. Annie Viola HULING, 90, formerly of 524 Penn St., Huntingdon, and most recently a resident of Hillview Nursing Home, Altoona, died Monday, July 17, 2000, at 5:10 a.m., at Bon Secours Holy Family Regional Health System, Altoona. Born March 26, 1910, in Oakland, Md., she was the daughter of the late Isaiah and Elizabeth (Warfel) Haun. She was united in marriage to Willard James Huling April 15, 1931, by the Rev. Edmund L. Manges. Mr. Huling preceded her in death Aug. 5, 1970. Surviving are two daughters: Martha Jane Houck and Orpha Ann Scott, both of Huntingdon. There are nine grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. The last surviving member of her immediate family, she was preceded in death by five half-brothers and one half-sister. Mrs. Huling was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church, Petersburg. She was employed by the Juniata Valley School District as a cook and retired in 1972 after 30 years of service. Prior to that, she worked at the J.C. Blair Company in Huntingdon. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 20, at 11 a.m., at the Zion Lutheran Church, Petersburg, with the Rev. Peter Naschke officiating. Interment will be made in the Cedar Grove Cemetery, Petersburg. Friends may call at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, after 7 p.m. Wednesday and at the church one hour prior to the service on Thursday.
Clair E. PROUGH, 87, of 511 N. Jefferson St., Mount Union, formerly of Kistler, died at 11:45 a.m. Monday, July 17, 2000, at Huntingdon Manor, Huntingdon. He had been.in failing health. Born Oct. 7, 1912, in Hollidaysburg, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Oliver Prough. He married Ruth Irvin March 17, 1946. Mrs. Prough survives, along with the following children: Mary Lou Nickoloff, Mount Union; William C. Myers, Newton Hamilton; Donald J. Myers, Mount Union, R.D.; W. Elaine Stevens, Three Springs; Wendell L. Myers, Lakemont, Altoona; Jack H. Myers, Alexandria, R.D.; Bonnie K. Barr, Altoona; Stephen C. Prough, Mount Union, R.D.; Richard A. Prough, Lititz; Thomas D. Prough, Danville; and Ronald E. Prough, Mount Union. There are 48 grandchildren and a large number of great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. One brother, Merrill Prough of Danville, survives. Mr. Prough was preceded in death by two daughters, Patricia Ann Prough and Phyllis J. Fox, and a sister, Alice Whitecross. He was of the Methodist faith. He retired in 1973 after 14 years as an employee of the American Legion Stone House in Mount Union. He began there in 1959 when he retired on disability from the PRR where he was injured, on the job. Mr. Prough was an avid hunter, fisherman, and loved golf. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 20, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with lay pastor Richard Barr of Altoona officiating. Interment will be made in the Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg, R.D. 1. Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday evening from 7 until 9 p.m. and after 9 a.m. on Thursday until the hour of the service. Flowers will be accepted, however those wishing to make memorial contributions may do so to the Hospice/Home Nursing Agency, 900 Bryant St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652.
Kate WORTHING, 103, a resident of Homestead Village, Lancaster, formerly of Saxton, died July 16, 2000, at the Homestead Village Health Center. Born June 1, 1897, in Elizabeth Taylor, Allegheny Township, she was the daughter of the late William and Jane (Griffiths) Robson. She was united in marriage to Clyde A. Worthing Sept. 1, 1917, in Monessen. He preceded her in death July 15, 1967. One son, Lee 0. Worthing of Lancaster survives, along with three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. One brother, Joseph Robson of Monongahela, survives. Two daughters, Edna Wertman and Ruby Koch, and one brother and four sisters preceded her in death. Mrs. Worthing was a member of the Ttinity United Church of Christ, She was a member of the Mite Society and the Broad Top Area Senior Citizens. She was primarily a homemaker and a seamstress and was active in her church. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 20, at 11 a.m., at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with the Rev. Charles Davis officiating. Interment will be made in St. Luke's Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service on Thursday. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.
Robert N. ADOLPHSON, 72, of 7961 Raystown Rd., Saxton, died Tuesday, July 18, 2000, at his residence. Born April 29, 1928, in Dudley, he was the son of the late Harry and Lucta (Heath) Adolphson. He was united in marriage to Ann Fitzgerald Oct. 1, 1951 in Cumberland, Md. Surviving are three children: Shelia K. Ford and Larry G. Adolphson, both of Saxton; and Wanda S. Sweger, Waterfall. There are four grandsons and a nephew. The last surviving member of his immediate family, he was preceded in death by a brother, William H. Adolphson July 20, 1999. He was a member of the Robertsdale Church of God. Mr. Adolphson was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. During his life he enjoyed hunting, fishing and family outings. He was employed as a forklift operator for Saxton Bottling Co. for 20 years, retiring in 1986. As a child, he attended school in Dudley. A memorial service will be held Thursday, July 20, at 4 p.m., at the Robertsdale Church of God, with Pastor Donald Simmons officiating. Interment will be made in the IOOF Cemetery. Friends may call at the church Thursday from 3:30 p.m. until the hour of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Robertsdale Church of God. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home, Broad Top.
Helen M. BILGER, 81, of State College died Monday, July 17, 2000, at Centre Community Hospital. Born Nov. 23, 1918, in Alexandria, she was a daughter of the late Harvey and Margaret Hawk Mitchell. On May 29, 1935, she married Robert E. "Doc" Bilger, who survives at Moran's Home in Bellwood. Formerly of Tyrone, she and her husband had resided in Lehigh Acres, Fla., for 27 years before moving back to Pennsylvania two years ago. She retired from Big Yank Corp. in Tyrone, after more than 20 years there. While in Tyrone, she was very active in support of her husband's role in establishing the Tyrone Baseball Program and the founding and organization of the ballfields in Tyrone. She was a member of Tyrone Wesley United Methodist Church. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Margaret "Peg" Conrad of Warriors Mark; two half-brothers, Richard Myers of Huntingdon and Larry Myers of Tyrone; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Three sons, an infant, Clarence H. and Robert M.; a half-sister and two half-brothers preceded her in death. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 19, at Derman Funeral Home Inc., 1200 Lincoln Ave., Tyrone. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Gregory Lake officiating. Burial will be in Presbyterian Cemetery, Alexandria. Memorial contributions may be made to Blair County Unit of the American Cancer Society, 1004 N. Juniata St., Hollidaysburg, Pa. 16648.
G. Harold PATTERSON, 82, of Wilmington, Del., died Friday, July 14, 2000, at 1:15 p.m., at Forwood Manor. Born in Uniontown, he spent most of his childhood in Huntingdon. He was married to the former Evelyn Hood in 1941. She preceeded him in death in 1998. He is survived by his son, George Harold Patterson Jr. of Wilmington, Del., and a daughter, Linda J. Patterson of Needham, Mass. There are four grandchildren. "Pat," as his friends called him, worked for the DuPont Company's Jackson Laboratory and Petroleum Laboratory for 38 years. At Jackson Laboratory, he was the head of the physical and analytical division. He was editor of the American Chemical Society's Del-Chem Bulletin from 1948-1950. He received his B.S. magna cum laude from Juniata College in 1939 and his Ph.D. in chemistry from Massachusetts Institute.of Technology in 1942 Mr. Patterson was also a member of the Brandywine Hundred and Claymont Lions Clubs for 25 years. He served as district secretary of the Lions Clubs International District 22-D. He also volunteered at Hagley Museum in Wilmington for many years. An active member of the Presbyterian Church of the Covenant, he was a trustee and a deacon and sang in the choir over a 25-year period. In his spare time, he was an avid golfer. A funeral service will be held Sunday, July 23, at 3 p.m., at the Presbyterian Church of the Covenant, 503 Duncan Rd., North Wilmington, Del. Interment will follow in the church's memorial garden. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 1096 Old Churchman's Road, Newark, Del. 19713.
Robert S. STEWART, 68, of 254 Sechrist Road, McVeytown, died at 1:35 a.m. Tuesday, July 18, 2000, at the Lewistown Hospital. He died following an extended illness. Born Aug. 31, 1931, in Oliver Township, Mifflin County, he was the son of the late James C. Sr. and Josephine (Dunmire) Stewart. Four children survive: Lisa R. Stewart of York, Tina M. Runk, Steven M. Stewart and Stanley E. Stewart, all of Mount Union. There are six grandchildren and one great- granddaughter. Two sisters, Kay Peterson of Lewistown and Sara Jane Rebuck of Boalsburg, survive. The following brothers and sisters preceded him in death: James C. Stewart Jr., Margaret Yoder, Grace Yeakley, Lois Moist and Philip Stewart. Mr. Stewart was of the Presbyterian faith. He began employment with Pennsylvania Sand Corp., now US Silica of Mapleton Oct. 31, 1954 and continued there until he retired March 1, 1985. He was a crane operator. Mr. Stewart was a member and past commander of American Legion Post No. 107 and VFW Post No. 5754, both of Mount Union; and was a member of the Order of the Sons of Italy, Mount Union; Loyal Order of the Moose, Huntingdon; American Legion Post No. 322, Mapleton; American Legion Post, Orbisonia-Rockhill and Elks Lodge No. 976, Huntingdon. He was also a charter member of the Atkinsons Mills Sportsman's Club and was past president and member of Mount Union Lions Club. Mr. Stewart was also an avid race car fan. He attended the Rothrock schools and served overseas in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 21, at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with the Rev. Franklin Moist officiating. Interment will be made in the Mattawana Cemetery, McVeytown. Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday evening from 7 until 9 p.m. and after 9 a.m. Friday. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of Central Pa., 205 East Beaver Ave., State College, Pa., 16801.
Alma J. CROWNOVER-CRAMER, 95, of HCR 61, Box 422, Mill Creek, died Wednesday, July 19, 2000, at 12:35 a.m., at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born July 21, 1904, in Johnstown, she was the daughter of the late Thaddeus and Sarah J. (Smith) Park. She first married Clarence W. Crownover Feb. 18, 1921, at the Lutheran parsonage in Huntingdon with Dr. Edmund Manges officiating. Mr. Crownover preceded her in death Oct. 18, 1967. She then married Elmer W. Cramer Feb. 13, 1969, at Calvary Baptist Church in Huntingdon with the Rev. Richard Myers officiating. He preceded her in death March 21, 1977. Surviving are the following children: Jane Wall, Curwensville; Elise Whitsel, Mill Creek; June Frain, Mill Creek; C. William "Bill" Crownover, Petersburg; James "Jim" Crownover, Petersburg; and Nancy L. Wilson, Mill Creek. There are 20 grandchildren, 34 great- grandchildren and eight great-great- grandchildren. Also surviving are four step-children: Harold Cramer, Mapleton; Loey Mentzer, Mill Creek; Donald Cramer, Mill Creek; and Janet Kauffman, Kilgore, Texas. There are 13 step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Edna Mentzer; a son, Ray E. Crownover; a stepson, Millard Cramer; and a granddaughter, Judy Whitsel. Mrs. Cramer was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was preceded in death by three sisters and brother. She was a member of the Mill Creek Baptist Church and a charter member of the Women's Missionary Society of her church. She was employed by the housekeeping department at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon, and later was an aide in the kitchen at Juniata College, retiring, in 1967. Funeral services will be field Friday, July 21, at 10 a.m., at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Jeffrey Winstead officiating, assisted by the Rev. Raymond Crownover. Interment will be made in the Riverview Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service on Friday. It was Mrs. Cramer's request that flowers be omitted. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mill Creek Baptist Church, P.O. Box 191, Mill Creek, Pa. 17060.
Martha Elizabeth LOW, 79, of 700 W. Bel Air Ave., Aberdeen, Md., died Monday, July 17, 2000, at Harford Memorial Hospital, Havre de Grace, Md. Born Feb. 19, 1921, in Bellwood, she was the daughter of the late William David and Ruth Augusta (Igou) Farber. She was married to Gail A. Low, who preceded her in death 1980. Surviving are three children: Gail E. Low, Cincinnati, Ohio; Ronald B. Low Sr., Pylesville, Md.; and Barbara D. Blevins, Aberdeen, Md. There are ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. One daughter, Naomi Low, preceded her in death. Also surviving are three siblings: Archie Raymond Farber, Altoona; Mary Grace Unger, Hollidaysburg; and Alta Pearl Garner, Clearfield. Two brothers, Albert Elwood Farber and Charles Henry Farber, and a sister, Ruth Esther Swailes, preceded her in death. Mrs. Low was a member of the Edgewood Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, Edgewood, Md. She was an assembly line worker at the Bata Shoe Company in Belcamp, Md. and retired in 1977. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 21, at 2 p.m., at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. John R. Lucas officiating. Interment will be made in the White Church Cemetery, Hesston, R.D. 1. Friends may call at the funeral home from 1 until 2 p.m. Friday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Edgewood C&MA Church, 1820 Trimble Rd., Edgewood, Md. 21040; or the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 353, Aberdeen, Md. 21001.
Kenneth W. SNARE, 72, of Box 87, Williamsburg, R.R. 1, died unexpectedly Monday morning July 17, 2000, at his residence. Born Dec. 27, 1927, in Huntingdon County, he was the son of the late Blaine and Freda M. (Miller) Snare. He married Dawn (Haney) Locher Aug. 13, 1965, in Huntingdon. Surviving are his wife, six sons and two daughters: Jeffrey W. Snare, Huntingdon; Kenny D. Locher, Weirton, W.Va.; Richard H. Locher, Anchorage, Alaska; Roger W. Locher, Williamsburg, R.R. 2; Corey A. Snare, Williamsburg; Eric J. Snare, at home; Tammy L. Diller, Lancaster; and Rosemary F. Flaig, Williamsburg. There are 14 grandchildren. Two brothers and three sisters survive: James F. Snare, Huntingdon; Allen L. Snare, Georgia; A. June Grove, Lancaster; Donna Shope, Alexandria; and Faye Peters, Huntingdon. Mr. Snare was preceded in death by a brother, Carl B. Snare. He was a member of Emmanuel Bible Church, Huntingdon, R.R. 4. He retired from Meadow Pride Dairies in the Huntingdon area in 1992 and he had previously been employed by Strickler's Dairy, Huntingdon, for many years. Mr. Snare attended the Huntingdon area schools and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, serving in Germany in 1946, during post-war recovery. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and working in his yard. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 21, at the Bolger Funeral Home, Inc., Williamsburg, with Pastor Gregory L. Harven officiating. Interment will be made in the Fairview Cemetery, Martinsburg. Friends will be received at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. today. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Emmanuel Bible Church building fund, R.R. 4, Box 72, Huntingdon, Pa.16652.
Edward B. RUPERT, 78, of 927 Mifflin St., Huntingdon, died Wednesday, July 19, 2000, at 8:20 a.m., at his home. Born Oct. 3, 1921, in Burnham, he was the son of the late Ralph Maxon and. Lizzie Jane (Ashman) Rupert. He was united in marriage to Patricia J. Weir Aug. 16, 1947. Mrs. Rupert survives at home, along with two sons: Timothy A. Rupert and David L. Rupert, both of Huntingdon. There are two grandsons. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Mr. Rupert was of the Protestant faith. He was a life member of the Brooklyn Fire Company of Lewistown and Standing Stone Post No. 1754, VFW, and Frank P. Hommon Post No. 24, American Legion, both of Huntingdon. He retired from Owens Corning Fiberglas in Huntingdon in 1984, after 27 years of service in various departments throughout the plant. Mr. Rupert was a World War II veteran serving with the Headquarters Battery of the 939th Field Artillery Battalion of the U.S. Army. He saw action in the GO 33 and 40 WD 45, Naples-Foggia, Rome-Arno, Rhineland, Northern Apennines and Central European campaigns. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, the Croix de Guerre, American Defense Service Medal; and European-African Middle Eastern Service Medal with five Bronze Stars. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 22, at 2 p.m., at the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon, with the Rev. Doyle H. Klinger officiating. Interment will be made in Juniata Memorial Park, Lewistown. Friends may call at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service, with the family receiving friends from noon until 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Home Nursing Agency, 900 Bryan St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652; or PRIDE, Inc., 307 10th St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652.
Althea Jeanette STAKE, 90, a resident of the Shirley Home for the Aged, formerly of Three Springs, R.D., died at 5:35 p.m. Wednesday, July 19, 2000, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born Aug. 7, 1909, in Clay Township, Huntingdon County, she was a daughter of the late Daniel and Ada (Brumbaugh) Stake. She is survived by one daughter, Nancy V. Stake, a resident at the Shirley Home for the Aged, and a brother, Emory S. Stake, Orbisonia. Five brothers preceded her in death. Miss Stake was a member of the Fairview Evangelical Church, Three Springs, R.D. During her life, she was primarily a homemaker. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 22, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with the Rev. William Hughes officiating. Interment will be made in the Fairview Cemetery, Three Springs, R.D. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. today and one hour prior to the service on Saturday.
Josephine R. GREEN, 95, a resident of Valley View Haven Nursing Home, Belleville, died Monday, July 17, 2000, at 11:30 a.m. Born Feb. 19, 1905, in McConnellstown, she was the daughter of the late Elisha J. Green and Alfaretta (Gallagher) Green Schuldt. She never married. The last surviving member of her immediate family, she was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister: James Green, Carl Miller Green, George A. Greene, and Elizabeth Green, who died in infancy. Miss Green was a member of the Huntingdon Presbyterian Church, Huntingdon, where she was a member of the Presbyterian Women's Association. She retired from Westab Blair Division, the present Mead Consumer and Office Products. She was educated in the Huntingdon public schools. A lifetime resident of Huntingdon County, she had lived at the nursing home for 16 years. She enjoyed gardening and cooking. A funeral service was held at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., 417 Washington St., Huntingdon, Thursday, July 20. Interment was made in the Alexandria Presbyterian Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Valley View Haven Nursing Home, Belleville, Pa. 17004.
Richard Stone REYNOLDS, 77, of 2403 Shadyside Ave., Huntingdon, died Thursday, July 20, 2000, at 9:10 a.m., at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon, following an extended illness. Born Feb. 28, 1923, in Huntingdon, he was the son of the late Hamilton T. and Ruth (Stone) Reynolds. He was united in marriage to Marcia Rae Jones March 25, 1944, at St. Paul's Methodist Church, State College, with the Rev. John T. T. Cummings, brother-in-law of the groom, officiating. Mrs. Reynolds survives at home, along with a daughter and four sons: Sue Anne Reynolds, Huntingdon; Richard S. Reynolds Jr., Evergreen, Colo.; David H. Reynolds, Huntingdon; Michael W. Reynolds, Conifer, Colo.; and Thomas J. Reynolds, New Castle. There are eight grandchildren. The last surviving member of his immediate family, he was preceded in death by a sister, Reba (Reynolds) Cummings, and two brothers, Dean H. Reynolds and Hiram P. Reynolds. Mr. Reynolds was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church, Huntingdon. He was a member of several professional organizations, as well as the Frank P. Hommon Post No. 24, American Legion, Standing Stone Post No. 1754, VFW, both of Huntingdon, and the American Philatelic Society. He was an active member of the Huntingdon community, serving for 18 years on the Sewer and Water Authority, and for many years as chairman of the authority. He assisted with the design and construction of the first Huntingdon treatment plant and supervised the installation of many new and replacement water and sewer systems. Mr. Reynolds retired in 1995 after more than 50 years as a partner in H.T. Reynolds & Sons, Inc., a construction business. His firm developed the Cedar Tree Manor, Shadyside and Hollywood sections of Huntingdon. He supervised the construction of many school and municipal buildings during the post World War II era. He also served as a volunteer adviser to many school and municipal authorities. A 1941 honors graduate of Huntingdon High School, he received his B.S. degree in civil engineering from Penn State University in 1948. While attending Penn State, he was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. During World War II, he served as an officer with the U.S. Army Field Artillery, stationed near Trieste in Northern Italy with the 88th Blue Devils Division. He graduated first in his class from Field Artillery Officer Graduate School in Fort Sill, Okla. A lifetime resident of Huntingdon County, he had lived at his current residence for 45 years. Mr. Reynolds was also an active volunteer with Boy Scouts and other youth organizations. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday July 23, at St. John's Episcopal Church, 212 Penn St., Huntingdon, with the Rev. W. Thomas Wame III officiating. Interment will be made in the Union Cemetery, Marklesburg. Friends may call at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., 417 Washington St., Huntingdon, Saturday, after 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be sent to Huntingdon County PRIDE, Inc., 307 10th St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652; St. John's Episcopal Church, 212 Penn St., . Huntingdon, Pa. 16652; or the Home Nursing Agency, Hospice, 900 Bryan St., Suite 7, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652.
Patricia A. JONES, 61, a resident of Falling Spring Nursing Home, Chambersburg, formerly of Star Route, Neelyton, died at 4:20 p.m. Thursday, July 20, 2000, at the nursing home. Born Feb. 6, 1939, in Mountain Green, Metal Township, Franklin County, she was a daughter of John W. Miller who survives at Spring Run, and the late Frances (Smith) Miller. She was married to Donald E. Jones May 17, 1957, in Hagerstown, Md. Mr. Jones survives at their Neelyton home, along with four children: Penny Parsons, Blairs Mills; Larry Jones, Neelyton; Ronald Jones, Mount Union;, and Daniel Jones, Neelyton. There are six grandchildren and one great- granddaughter. Several brothers and sisters also survive: Betty Kadle, Chambersburg; Roy Miller, Spring Run; Ray Miller, Shippensburg; Miriam Gryer, Chambersburg; Marie Brenize, Myersville; Jim Miller, Spring Run; and Joan Gamble, Shippensburg. Mrs. Jones was of the Methodist faith. She was a homemaker. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 24, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with the Rev. Virginia Eminhizer officiating. Interment will be made in the Neelyton Pine Grove Cemetery, Neelyton. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. Sunday and one hour prior to the service on Monday.
William Nelson NEUDER, 64, of Baltimore, formerly of Huntingdon County, died Sunday, July 9, 2000, in the University Hospital of Baltimore. Born July 13, 1937, in Robertsdale, he was the son of the late James and Edna Blanche (Foore) Neuder. He was first married to Rosealie Howard, to whom he had the following children: James Neuder, Mack Neuder, Ricky Neuder, Brenda and Clint Neuder, all of Baltimore. He later married Carlene Locklear. Surviving are several step-children: Carlene, Frances and Eli. There are ten grandchildren, Three brothers and three sisters survive: Lester Ross Neuder, Harrisonville; Ephriam Neuder, Robertsdale area; John Neuder, Saxton; Mary Parks, Doylesburg; Minnie Wolfe, Chambersburg; and Alice Swope, Robertsdale. Two brothers and a sister, Edgar, Jimmy and Elda, preceded him in death. Mr. Neuder attended schools in the Broad Top and the Cooks area, where he was reared. His primary occupation was as a house painter, and he also did other odd jobs. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Baltimore. Funeral services were held July 12, along with interment, in Baltimore.
Thelma M. RUTHERFORD, 76, of 50 Huey St., Allensville, died at 4:54 p.m. Wednesday, July 19, 2000, at Centre Community Hospital, State College. Born July 28, 1923, in Warriors Mark, she was the daughter of the late Jesse and Francis I. (Johnson) Adams. She was united in marriage to William H. Rutherford March 25, 1946. He preceded her in death July 16, 2000. Surviving are three children: Mrs. Lloyd (Anna Marie) Yoder, Allensville; Mrs. Lloyd (Mary) Grubb, Huntingdon, R.R. 1; and Mrs. Thomas (Karen) Kauffman, Huntingdon, R.R. 3. One sister, Mrs. George (Ann) Smith, and a brother, Glen W. Adams, both of Chambersburg, survive. There are six grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Susan Faith Rutherford June 17, 1996; a son, Richard Allen Rutherford, May 30, 1948; and a granddaughter, Lesley Yoder. She was also preceded in death by four brothers and a sister: Lawrence Adams, Dean E. Adams, Calvin C. Adams and C. Marie Kupetz. Mrs. Rutherford was a member of the Allensville Presbyterian Church and she volunteered at the Allensville Fire Company during festivals. Most of her life she helped on the family farm in Trough Creek Valley. She also worked at Arrow Shirt Company in Huntingdon and at R.S. Vogt, Allensville, retiring in 1986. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 22, at the Allensville Presbyterian Church, Allensville, with the Rev. Geoffrey Huish and the Rev. Keith Kensinger officiating. Interment will be made in the Mountain View Cemetery, Mill Creek. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Donald E. Baggus Funeral Home, Belleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Allensville Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 130, Allensville, Pa. 17002.
Russell W. GLASGOW, 86, of Spruce Creek died Monday, July 24, 2000, at Tyrone Hospital. Born July 10, 1914, in Potter Township, he was a son of the late Robt and Mary Elizabeth Klinefelter Glasgow. On Oct. 11, 1986, he married Leona Drueckhammer Putt, who survives at home. An Army veteran, he served during World War II from August 1944 to June 1946, with the Military Police Platoon of the First Armored Division. He earned an Army Occupation Medal, an European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, a Good Conduct Medal and a World War II Victory Medal. He was an automotive machinist and master mechanic in the heavy-equipment industry and also worked in the agricultural engineering department at Penn State. He was a member of Warriors Mark United Methodist Church, where he served as a trustee. He was also a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 321 and American Legion Post 245, both in State College, and a member of the Fraternal Order of the Police, Bald Eagle Lodge 51. He was a former member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He especially enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing cards. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, R. Robert Glasgow of Lees-burg, Va.; five stepdaughters, Joan Dean of Annapolis, Md., Donna Fleming of Warriors Mark, Betty Adams and Mary Holmes, both of Port Matilda, and Eleanor Sprankle of Spruce Creek; three stepsons, Robert Harpster of Sunbury, Kenneth Ewald of San Antonio, Texas, and Rev. Edward Putt Jr. of Millheim; 13 stepgrandchildren; and 11 stepgreat-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Mark D. Heintzelman Funeral Service, 226 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Centre Hall. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Gregory Lake officiating. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Tusseyville. Memorial contributions may be made to Warriors Mark United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 134, Warriors Mark, Pa. 16877; or to Spruce Creek United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 45, Spruce Creek, Pa. 16683.
Robert E. CARPER, 76, of Franklinville, rural Spruce Creek, died Sunday, July 23, 2000, at home. Born Jan. 14, 1924, in Altoona, he was a son of the late Edward Brooks and Naomi Ruth Soyster Carper. On Jan. 19, 1946, in Cumberland, Md., he married B. Jean Nelson, who survives at home. A Navy veteran, he served during World War II as a gunner's mate on merchant ships. In 1972, he retired from the agricultural engineering department at Penn State. He was a member of Warriors Mark United Methodist Church, Mount Moriah Lodge 300 Free and Accepted Masons, Scottish Rite Consistory and Jaffa Shrine of Altoona. He was treasurer of Blair County Open Heart Club, president of Franklinville Cemetery Association, Republican committeeman for Franklin Township, Huntingdon County, and coached teener league in Warriors Mark. He was an avid sportsman. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Connie Sue Jensen of Bloomington, Minn.; three sons, Robert E. Jr. of Port Matilda, Leroy Dean of Franklinville and Alan E. of Tyrone; four sisters, Miriam Brown of Spruce Creek, Joan Jones of Dover, Jane Miller of Franklinville and Donna Baughman of Warriors Mark; a brother, Gilbert of Spruce Creek; 10 granddaughters; and two great-granddaughters. A sister and two brothers preceded him in death. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at Bruce E. Cox Funeral Home, Warriors Mark. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Gregory Lake officiating. Burial will be in Franklinville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Franklinville Cemetery Association, in care of William Marshall, R.D. 4, Box 332, Tyrone, Pa. 16686.
James William HOLZMAN, 86, of McClure died Friday, July 21, 2000, at Evangelical Community Hospital in Lewisburg. Born Oct. 20, 1913, in Clementon, N.J., he was a son of the late James Jay and Florence Eliza Wood Holzman. He married Elizabeth Warwick, who died in 1974. On April 24, 1976, he married Ellen Elizabeth Armstrong Kurtz, who survives at home. He was a mechanical and industrial engineer. He was a member and past master of Lewistown Lodge 203 Free and Accepted Masons. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Marcia Lynne Reidel of Port Townsend, Wash., and Bonnie Elizabeth Smith of Mitchellville, Md.; two stepdaughters, Nancy Ellen Lavers of Danbury, Ct. and Shea Kurtz of McClure; a stepson, Harold Richard Kurtz of McClure; 15 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and extended family living in Centre County. He was preceded in death by a stepson, Daniel Victor Kurtz, who died May 6, 1995, and by a brother. There are no services. Bohn Funeral Home in Reedsville is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Lewistown Lodge 203 F&AM, in care of Robert Mellinger, Secretary, 1417 Valley View Drive, Lewistown, Pa. 17044.
Arlene W. MILLS, 86, of Carlisle, died at 2:50 p.m. Monday, July 24, 2000, at Manor Care Nursing Home, Carlisle. Born May 6, 1914, in Orbisonia, she was a daughter of the late James L. and Annie Almeta (Hatt) Clark. She was first married to Wilbert E. Mills, who preceded her in death in 1964. She then married Cloyd B. Mills, who preceded her in death in 1980 Surviving are four children: Marilyn G. Small, Waynesboro; Donald A. Mills, McVeytown; Bernard L. Mills, Mechanicsburg; and Ann L. Bolinger, New Cumberland. There are nine grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Two sisters, Dorothy Shotsberger of Carlisle and Audrey Hartman of Virginia, survive. Four brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. Mrs. Mills was a member of the Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, Shade Gap, R.D. She was primarily a homemaker. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, July 28, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with the Rev. Chris Renner officiating. Interment will be made in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Shade Gap, R.D. Friends may call at the funeral home one hour prior to the service on Friday.
Mary E. (Stone) MOBERG, 95, of R.R. 1, Box 4, James Creek, died Monday, July 24, 2000, at 4:10 p.m., at Allegheny Lutheran Home, Hollidaysburg, following an extended illness. Born June 3, 1905, in Entriken, she was the daughter of the late Ira and Ida Catherine (McCall) Stone. She was united in marriage to Paul Robert Moberg Feb. 7, 1925, in Marklesburg, by the Rev. Edward Utts. Mr. Moberg preceded her in death Dec. 26, 1955. Surviving are a daughter and a son: Ruth Marie Grubb of Hollidaysburg and Paul Allen Moberg, James Creek. There are six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. The last surviving member of her immediate family, she was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers: Elva Stone, Grace (Stone) Morningstar, Harvey Stone and Orville Stone. Mrs. Moberg was a member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Marklesburg. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Markiesburg Fire Company and the auxiliary of the Lutheran Home. Educated in the public schools of Entriken, she was primarily a homemaker. For many years, she served her community as a dispatcher for the Markiesburg Ambulance and Fire Departments. She had been a resident of Huntingdon County her entire life and had lived at her James Creek home since 948. She enjoyed quilting, needlework, flowers and gardening. A funeral service will be held at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, James Creek, Thursday, July 27, at 2 p.m., with the Rev. Elizabeth A. Hess officiating. Interment will be made in the Reformed Church Cemetery, Markiesburg. Friends may call at the John B. Brown Funeral Home 417 Washington St., Huntingdon, today, after 7 p.m. and from noon until the hour of the service at St. Matthew's Church on Thursday. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions in memory of Mary E. Moberg be given to St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, James Creek, Pa. 16657; or to Markiesburg Ambulance Division, James Creek, Pa. 16657; or Marklesburg Volunteer Fire Company, James Creek, Pa. 16657; or to the charity of the donor's choice.
Charlotte R. PARSONS, 98, formerly of Mount Union, died at 6:55 p.m. Tuesday, July 25, 2000, at Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia, where she had been a resident. She had been in failing health. Born July 24, 1902, in Three Springs, she was the daughter of the late Harvey E. and Alice Jane (Hockenberry) Wilson. She was united in marriage to Louis Fred Parsons, who preceded her in death May 1956. Surviving are three sons: Glenn C. Parsons, Mount Union; Eugene W. Parsons, Indianapolis, Ind., and Ned A. Parsons, Durham, N.C. There are seven grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Samuel L. Parsons, and the following siblings: Genevieve McHenry, Agatha Goss, Susie Hampson, Margaret Samuels, Nora Rankin, Helen Bair, Walter Wilson, Glenn Wilson and Elmer Wilson. Mrs. Parsons was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Mount Union. She had been employed for many years at the former Thelma and Rachel's Style Shop in Mount Union and was also a hostess at the former Motel 22 Restaurant. She was a devoted volunteer for the American Red Cross Bloodmobile in Mount Union for many years and was also well known for her Christmas cookies. Private funeral services will be held at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union, with the Rev. Dr. Kenneth Grundon officiating. Interment will be made in the Mount Union Cemetery. There will be no public viewing or visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 15 W. Shirley St., Mount Union, Pa. 17066.
Charles B. PROUGH, 49, of P.O. Box 197, Three Springs, died Monday, July 24, 2000, at 6:15 a.m., in the emergency room of J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born Sept. 30,1950, in Huntingdon, he was the son of the late Howard D. and Viola J. (Gift) Prough. He was united in marriage to Susan C. Howard Feb. 24, 1968, in Baltimore, Md. Mrs. Prough survives at home, along with a daughter, Mrs. Todd (Misty) Helman, St. Thomas. There are three grandchildren. One son, Carl Richard Prough, preceded him in death. Four siblings survive: Richard D. Gift of Wilkes-Barre, Carol L. Shaefer of Three Springs, Donald L. Prough of Miller's Island, Md., and George C. Prough of Three Springs. Two sisters, Sharon R. Basford and Patsy Lou Prough, preceded him in death. Mr. Prough was a member of the Pine Grill Pool League in Mount Union. He was a construction worker for K. L. Mills Contracting and Supply of Orbisonia. He loved fishing and enjoyed shooting pool. A memorial service will be held at Mr. Prough's residence on Mudtown Road, for family and friends Aug. 12, at 1 p.m., with the Rev. Janice Black officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Robert E. Peters Funeral Home, Huntingdon. Lorena D. NEARHOOF, 84, of 2 West 11th St., Tyrone, died Wednesday, July 26, 2000, at her home. Her death was unexpected. Born July 30, 1915, she was the daughter of the late Blanche (Claar) and John Raymond Detwiler. She was united in marriage May 19, 1938, to J. Raymond Nearhoof. He preceded her in death March 19, 1982. Surviving are two daughters, Lois Ann McFarland of Warriors Mark and Debora Meenan of Carlisle. There are two granddaughters. Two sisters, Avis Carson of Grazierville and Janice Curry of Florida, survive. Three sisters preceded her in death. Mrs. Nearhoof was a member of the Spring Mount Church of the Brethren. She retired from Murata Erie in 1978, after 13 years of service. Graveside memorial services will be held Sunday, July 30, at 2 p.m., at the Spring Mount Cemetery, with the Rev. Gregory Lake officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Bruce E. Cox Funeral Home, Warriors Mark.
Thomas A. SHORE, 33, of Path Valley Road, Spring Run, died Wednesday, July 26,2000, at Chambersburg Hospital. His death was unexpected. Born Feb. 16, 1967, in McConnellsburg, he was a son of David S. Shore of HC 75, Shade Gap, and the late Norma (Park) Shore. He was married to Evelyn J. Shields of Shade Gap, who survives. Also surviving is a companion, Bonnie Harnish, who survives at their home in Spring Run. Six children survive: Joshua Shore, Joseph Shore, Jennifer Shore and Katie Shore, all of Spring Run, and Melissa Harnish and Jessica Harnish, both of Greencastle. Two brothers, Charles F. Shore of Shade Gap, and Michael D. Shore of Hustontown, survive. Also surviving are three half-brothers and one half-sister: David S. Shore Jr., Charles E. Shore, Elijah J. Shore and Lacea J. Shore, all of Shade Gap. Mr. Shore was of the Protestant faith. He worked for Rosenberry and Sons Lumber, Inc., Fort Loudon. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 29, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia. Interment will be made at Cornelius Chapel Cemetery, Mapleton, R.D. Friends may call at the funeral home one hour prior to the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, P.O. Box 220, Orbisonia, Pa. 17243, to help defray the cost of arrangements.
Alice A. SCITTICATTE, 86, of Pennknoll Village, formerly of Six Mile Run, died Thursday, July 27, 2000, at Pennknoll Village. She died following an extended illness. Born April 5, 1914, in Six Mile Run, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Meda (Swope) Noel. She was united in marriage to Emil Scitticatte July 20,1933, in Six Mile Run. He preceded her in death May 14,1978. Two daughters, Leota Fink of Osterburg and Jean Douglas of Bedford, survive. There are six grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. One grandson preceded her in death. The last surviving member of her immediate family, she was preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers. Mrs. Scitticatte retired from the Arrow Shirt Company in Huntingdon in 1976, after 10 years of service. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 29, at 3 p.m., at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor James West officiating. Interment will be made in the Steele Cemetery, Hopewell, R.D. Friends may call at the funeral chapel Saturday from 1 p.m. until the hour of the service.
James E. ELLIS III, 78, of Broad Avenue, Altoona, died Friday, July 28, at 5:30 a.m., at Bon Secours Holy Family Regional Health System following an extended illness. Born Jan. 28, 1922, in Chambersburg, he was the son of the late James E. and Edith (Johnson) Ellis Jr. He was united in marriage to Freda M. Brown Nov. 10, 1945, in Chambersburg. He is survived by his wife at home. He is survived by a daughter, Kathy DiFolco of Geeseytown, and a son, Gregory Ellis of Altoona. Four grandchildren and one great- granddaughter also survive. He is also survived by a sister, Betty Lou Lukinbaugh of Gettysburg. He was preceded in death by one brother and three sisters. Mr. Ellis was a member of the Broad Ave. United Methodist Church, Altoona, and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a U.S. Navy veteran who served in the Pacific Theater during World War II and retired from Kelly's Monuments, Altoona. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 1, at 11 a.m., at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with Pastor Peggy Bonsell officiating. Interment will be made at Old Methodist Cemetery, Orbisonia. Friends may call at the funeral home between 6 and 9 p.m. Monday and one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bon Secours Holy Family Regional Health System Nursing Education Fund, 2500 Seventh Ave., Altoona, 16602.
Doran D. BLACK Sr., 74, died Friday, July 28, 2000, at 11:54 a.m., at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital. He was born March 20, 1926, in Robertsdale, the son of the late Jesse Herbert and Grace Loretta (Fleck) Black. He was united in marriage Oct. 25, 1952, to Olive Rankin in Winchester, Va., who preceded him in death Oct. 7, 1999. He is survived by a son, Doran Black Jr. of St. Thomas, and a daughter, Donna Brantlinger Black of State College. Four grandchildren also survive. Also surviving is a brother, Gary Black of Saxton, R.R. Mr. Black was a member of the Church of God in Hagerstown, Md. He was retired as a mechanic at the Letterkenny Army Depot and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Funeral services will be held Monday, July 31 at 11 a.m. at the D. Ronald Long Funeral Chapel, Saxton, with Pastor Don Simmons officiating. Interment will be made at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Broad Top City. Memorial contributions may be made to the Saxton Ambulance Division, Eighth and Norris streets, Saxton, Pa., 16678. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday, between 7 and 9 p.m.
Dr. Carl J. DANNEKER, 80, of Sun City, Ariz., formerly of Taylor Highlands, Huntingdon, died July 24, 2000, in Sun City. Born April 26, 1920, in Williamsport, he was the son of the late Mary and Charles Danneker. He is survived by his wife, Lucy, of Sun City, Ariz., and two sons: Dr. Dale Danneker of Albert Lea, Minn., and Michael Danneker, New Britain, Conn. They are both Huntingdon Area High School graduates. There are five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Dr. Danneker was one of ten children. Four siblings survive. While in Huntingdon, he and his wife were active members of the Huntingdon Country Club. He was a 1942 graduate of the Pennsylvania Institute of Optometry, Philadelphia. After his discharge from the U.S. Army in 1946, he opened his optometry practice in Huntingdon, on Mifflin Street. He retired in 1981, and moved to Sun City, Ariz A memorial service will be held at St. Clemens of Rome Church in Sun City, Aug. 2.
John Milton CAROLUS, 71, of 213 Overiake Dr., Inman, S.C., died Friday, July 28, 2000, at 5:45 a.m., at Skylyn Place, Spartanburg, S.C. Born July 14, 1929, in Huntingdon, he was the son of the late John W. and Louise (Lankard) Carolus. He was united in marriage to Alma Crawford, who survives at their home in South Carolina. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters: Doris Louise Ritz of Inman, S.C., and Myra Louise Bowling, Snow Shoe. There are one grandchild, four step-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren. One sister, Evelyn (Carolus) Cirko of Mapleton, and a brother, Edward Carolus of Altoona, survive. Mr. Carolus was a retired corrections officer. He was a member of the Inman United Methodist Church in Inman, S.C., the William P. Spyker American Legion Post No. 520, Alexandria, and Mt. Moriah Masonic Lodge, where he was a 32nd Degree Mason and Shriner. In 1949, he served in the United States Air Force. Funeral services were held Sunday in South Carolina at the Inman United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Bart Sistare officiating. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, Aug. 2, at the Alexandria Presbyterian Cemetery, with the Rev. David L. Dearing officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Inman United Methodist Church Guild Scholarship Fund, 27 Bishop St., Inman, S.C. 29349, or a local Parkinson's Disease Foundation. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Cutright-Speck Funeral Home, Juniata Valley Chapel, 412 Main St., Alexandria.
Earl E. MORDER, 77, of HCR 71, Orbisonia, died at 4:30.p.m. Friday, July 28, 2000, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born May 4, 1923, in Newton Hamilton, he was a son of the late Mahion and Nettie Pearl (Moist) Morder. He was married to Geraldine V. Knepp, who preceded him in death. Two children, Kenneth E. Morder of Huntingdon and Nancy J. Harper of Mapleton, R.D. 1, survive. There are six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Four brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. Mr. Morder was a member of Church of God of Prophecy, Shirleysburg, R.D. He also belonged to the Orbisonia-Rockhill Volunteer Fire Department, was an ambulance driver and a member of the Fire Police. During his life, he was employed as a truck driver and served in the U.S. Army during World, War II. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1, at the Church of God of Prophecy, Shirleysburg, R.D., with the Rev. Richard Sauls officiating. Interment will be made at Pine Glen Brethren Cemetery, Mattawana. Friends may call at the church from 7 until 9 p.m. Monday and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia.
Seth A. MORTON, 22, of Newton Hamilton, died at 11:45 a.m. Friday, July 28, 2000, at Conemaugh Regional Medical Center, Johnstown. Born March 26, 1978, in McConnellsburg, he is survived by his father and stepmother, George Jr. and Bonnie Morton of Newton Hamilton; his mother, Debra Luhman of Clear Lake, Calif.; paternal grandmother, Geraldine M. Madden, McConnellsburg; and matemal grandmother, Judith Wilde, California; and a step-grandmother, Lorma McConaughey, Mount Union. Three children survive: Logan Morton, Alexis Morton and Alison Morton, all of Mount Union. Also surviving are five siblings: Leslie Ramos, California; Layne Morton, Mapleton; Kimberley Golden, Warfordsburg; Rachel Perri, Louisiana; and Shawna McConaughey, Newton Hamilton. One nephew survives. Mr. Morton was employed by FCI Electronics, Mount Union. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 2, at the Martin R. Brown Funeral Home, Orbisonia, with the Rev. Dayton Sines officiating. Interment will be made in the Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg, R.D. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 until 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service on Wednesday.
Berley William PARKS, 79, of R.D. 3, Box 142-D, Huntingdon, died Saturday, July 29, 2000, at 5 a.m., at Centre Community Hospital, State College. He had been in failing health since February 2000. Born Dec. 9, 1920, in Juniata Township, Huntingdon County, he was the son of the late Berley M. and Martha A. (Thompson) Parks. He was united in marriage to Helen Sue Krieger Sept. 24, 1945. Mrs. Parks preceded him in death July 15, 1987. Two sons, Barry J. Parks of Huntingdon and Larry V. Parks of Fort Myers, Fla., survive. There are two grandchildren. One brother, Dean C. Parks of Piney Ridge, Huntingdon, R.D. 3, survives. Two sisters,. Irene Grazier and Jean Souders, preceded him in death. Mr. Parks was a member of the Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Huntingdon. He was a life member of the Frank P. Hommon No. 24, American Legion, and the Standing Stone Post No. 1754, VFW. He was also a member of the National Rifle Association. Mr. Parks was a partner in Parks Orchard, Piney Ridge, Huntingdon, R.D. 3, from 1960 until his retirement in 1983. He attended the Juniata Township public schools. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Army in the Mediterranean Theatre as a fifth grade technician with Company A of the 719th Railway Operating Battalion. He had been a resident of Huntingdon County since birth and had lived at his current residence since 1993. He was an active sportsman and enjoyed woodcrafts. A funeral Mass will be held at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Sixth and Washington streets, Huntingdon, Wednesday, Aug. 2, at 10 a.m., with the Rev. Anthony J. Petracca officiating. Interment will be made in the Holy Cross Cemetery, 245 Standing Stone Ave., Huntingdon. Full military honors will be accorded at the graveside committal service. A vigil service will be held at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., Huntingdon, Tuesday, Aug. 1, at 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 524 Mifflin St., Huntingdon, Pa. 16652. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., Huntingdon.
John W. "Jack" BREIG, 78, of Indian Head, Md., formerly of the Huntingdon area, died July 15, 2000, at Charles County Nursing Home in La Plata, Md. Born July 27, 1921, in Great Cacapon, W.Va., he was the son of the. late George V. and Louise (Atkinson) Breig. He is survived by his wife, Marybelle (Scalia) Breig, whom he married at the, Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Huntingdon, in 1947. Also surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Richard P. (Mary Louise) Hankins, and two granddaughters. One sister, E. Marie Clark, and a brother, Paul V. Breig, survive, along with many nieces and nephews. His family moved to Mount Union in 1934, where he attended high school. He was a veteran of World War II and served 34 months in the U.S. Air Force. He was a former employee of Pennsylvania Glass Sand Co., Mapleton. In 1966, he moved to Indian Head, Md.,He was a machinist at the Naval Ordinance Station. Mr. Breig was a life member of the American Legion Frank P. Hommon Post No. 24, charter member of the Knights of Columbus in Huntingdon, and Third Degree member of the John F. Kennedy Knights of Columbus in Accokeek, Md. He was a member of St. Mary Star of the Sea in Indian Head. A funeral Mass was celebrated July 19, in St. Mary Star of the Sea, with the Rev. Peacock officiating, assisted by Thomas 0. Hill and deacon Johnny R. Barnes. Interment was made at St. Charles Cemetery, Indian Head. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association or the Charles County Nursing Center.
M. Anna Belle (Harris) COFFMAN, 84, a resident of Woodland Retirement Center, Orbisonia, formerly of Huntingdon, died Sunday, July 30, 2000, at 1:53 p.m., at the retirement center. She had been in failing health for the past two years. Born March 25, 1916, in Huntingdon, she was the daughter of the late Jesse and Grace (Bousum) Harris. She married Albert James Foore Jr. in 1934. He preceded her in death in 1951. She married her second husband, Chalmer Coffman in 1953, and he preceded her in death in 1965. Surviving are three children: Carol (Foore) Crone, Huntingdon; Eldred Foore, Campbelltown; and Elaine (Foore) Arnold, Thomasville. Also surviving are two Stepsons, Richard Coffman of Huntingdon and Fred Coffman of Kings Port, Tenn. There are six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and three step-grandchildren. One sister, Phyllis Leedom of Indiana, survives. She was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister: Howard Harris, Clarence "Bud" Harris ,Vera Edwards and Fred Harris. Mrs. Coffman was a member of the Calvary Independent Baptist Church, Huntingdon. She was employed by the Arrow Shirt Company for 11 years, from 1965 until 1976. She was later self- employed as caregiver to numerous Huntingdon area residents. She attended the Huntingdon public schools and was a resident of Huntingdon County for most of her life. She had lived at her current residence since February 1999. Mrs. Coffman enjoyed sewing and was an avid reader. A funeral service will be held at the John B. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., 412 Washington St., Huntingdon, Wednesday, Aug. 2, at 1 p.m., with the Rev. Dr. Thomas C. Coleman officiating. Interment will be made in the Broad Top Cemetery, Broad Top City. Friends may call at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service on Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Calvary Independent Baptist Church, Standing Stone Ave., Huntingdon, Pa 16652; or the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 810, Huntingdon, Pa. 16652.
Raymond E. HURLEY, 83, of Heath, Ohio, formerly of McConnellstown, died July 20, 2000, at his residence. Born Aug. 16, 1916, in Entriken, he was the son of the late Harvey and Lavina (Maloney) Hurley. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Pearl (Scott) Hurley, whom he married Feb. 20, 1937. Also surviving are three daughters and a son: Mrs. Richard (Hazel) Johns, Huntingdon; Mrs. James (Peggy) Curtis , Johnstown, Ohio; .Mrs. Glenn (Donna) Cunningham, Newark, Ohio; and Dan Hurley, Gahanna. There are nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mr. Hurley retired in 1980 from Owens Coming Fiberglas Technical Center after 35 years of service. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and was a member of the Heath Senior Citizens Club, Owens Coming Retirees and the 25 Year Club. Funeral services for Mr. Hurley were held July 23, in Heath, Ohio. Interment was made in the Wilson Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the Ohio Lung Association.
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