Palmer Henry Messimer
MILLERSTOWN - Palmer Henry Messimer, 67, of RR2, Millerstown, entered into rest at 7:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2002, at his residence. His funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, from the George P. Garman Funeral Home, Mt. Pleasant Mills, with Pastor Enos W. Shelly officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Zion United Methodist Cemetery, RR2, Millerstown. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the time of the service Saturday, at the funeral home.

Catherine E. Miller
MILROY - Catherine E. Miller, 95, of 80 Broad St., Milroy, died at 4:45 p.m. Friday, August 9, 2002, at Lewistown Hospital. Born Jan. 30, 1907, in Mifflinburg, she was a daughter of the late Crawford C. and Mertie C. (Kibe) Aumiller. Her husband, Willis Andrew Miller, preceded her in death in 1949. Surviving are: a daughter, Jean Hodes, Hollywood, FL; a sister, Anita J. Deamer, Milroy; six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Grant C. Miller on Feb. 28, 2000; and five brothers, Ernest, Robert, Clarence C., Clayton B., and Gerald B. Aumiller. She had worked at Thompson Hosiery Mill and Greens Hosiery Mill, both in Milroy. She was a member of the Milroy Pilgrim Holiness Church, Milroy. Her funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday at the Milroy Pilgrim Holiness Church, College Avenue, Milroy, with the Rev. David Wise officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Milroy. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at Bohn Funeral Home, Reedsville, and from 1 p.m. until the time of service Thursday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice.

Dianne R. Miller
LANCASTER - Dianne R. Miller, 61, died at 12:20 a.m. Feb. 25, 2002, at the Essa Flory Hospice Center, Lancaster. She is survived by a son, three daughters, 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was the owner of Sunrise Cafe in Mifflintown from 1985-1989. Her strong Christian faith was a witness to all who knew her. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. The Groff Funeral Home, Lancaster, is handling arrangements.

Emma Violet Miller
BURNHAM - Emma Violet Miller, 78, of 504 N. Logan Blvd., Burnham, died at 10:50 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2002, at Beverly Healthcare William Penn Nursing Home, Lewistown. Born Dec. 4, 1923, in Renovo, she was the daughter of the late Lewis Victor and Mabel Belle (Cowfer) Coffey. Her husband, Charles D. Miller, preceded her in death on Jan. 24, 2001. Surviving are: a daughter, Mrs. C. William (Linda Kay) Morgan, Shippensburg; a sister, Mabel B. Eater, 108 Delaware Ave., Lewistown; two grandchildren, Kelly L. Dubesky and Chad W. Morgan, and one great-grandchild, Michael M. Dubesky. She was a bookkeeper for Reynold's Electric, Sitkins, and Aumiller's Auto Wreckers, before retiring in 1977. She also wrote a column for the County Observer. Her funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Hoenstine Funeral Home, Inc., 75 Logan St., Lewistown, with Pastor Victor S. Norris officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Rock Cemetery. Friends may call from 1 p.m. until the time of the service Saturday, at the funeral home.

Florine P. Miller
LEWISTOWN - Florine P. Miller, 88, of 8471 U.S. Highway 522 South, Lewistown, died at 12:25 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2002, at Beverly Healthcare-William Penn. Born April 9, 1914, in McVeytown, she was a daughter of the late Joseph I. and Mary A. (Bingerman) Beers. Her husband, Albert J. Miller, whom she married Dec. 16, 1933, survives. Also surviving are a sister and brother, Geraldine M. Beers, Beverly Healthcare-William Penn, and W. Jack Beers, 163 Birch Drive, Lewistown. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Lou Miller, on Jan. 6, 2000. She was employed as a clerk in the office at the Belleville Sale Barn, and later worked at First Area Federal Credit Union before retiring in 1982. She was a member of Calvary Bible Church where she was active in the church choir and Daughters of Ruth Sunday School Class. Her funeral will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at Heller-Hoenstine Woodlawn Funeral Home, 200 N. Main St., Lewistown, with the Rev. Roger R. Reece officiating. Interment will be in Mattawana Cemetery. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to: Calvary Bible Church, 301 S. Pine St., Lewistown, PA 17044.

Helena M. Miller
LEWISTOWN - Helena M. Miller, 81, of 28 Rosemont Ave., Lewistown, died at 4:50 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 17, 2002, at Beverly Healthcare-William Penn. Born March 6, 1920 in Tisbury, MA, on Martha's Vineyard, she was the daughter of the late Ralph W. and Sarah (McLellan) Coffin. Her husband, George A. Miller, whom she married Oct. 5, 1944, survives. Also surviving are: children, Ruth E. Cummings, 345 E. Pitt St., Bedford, George W. Miller, 36 Packet Dr., Dennis, MA; and several nieces and nephews. She was the last of her immediate family having been preceded in death by three brothers, Waldo Coffin, R. Alaric Coffin, William Coffin and a sister, Ruth Landry. She was a 1938 graduate of Yarmouth High School. Early in life she was employed by G. Fox & Co., Hartford, CT, as a clerk-typist. She was an Episcopalian by faith. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Orleans Cemetery, Orleans, MA. Memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. Hoenstine Funeral Home, Inc., 75 Logan St., Lewistown, is in charge of the arrangements.

Jay R. Miller
CLEARFIELD - Jay R. Miller, 82, of 314 S.W. Third Ave., Clearfield died Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2002, at Clearfield Hospital, Clearfield. Born Oct. 19, 1919 in Lewistown, he was the son of the late Edward and Edna (Norton) Miller. He was married to Betty J. (Wagner) Miller, whom he married April 21, 1944. Surviving are: children, Bonnie Johnson and her husband Charlie, Clearfield; Jay R. Miller Jr. and his wife Carol Jean (Petrone), Mechanicsburg; Carole Horm and her fiance Larry Leigey, Clearfield; Jennifer Hudson and her husband Edward, Clearfield; Wendy Sue Foust, Clint Robert Horm, Tiffany Irwin and Jessica Hudson; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Della Eberts, Lewistown and Edith Barnes, State College. He was preceded in death by his parents and 10 brothers and sisters. His funeral was held 11 a.m. Friday, March 1, 2002, at The Bennett and Houser Funeral Home, Clearfield, with the Rev. Michael G. Trimmer officiating. Interment was in Hillcrest Cemetery. Military honors were accorded at the cemetery by members of the American Legion and VFW Posts Honor Guard. The family suggests that contributions be made to: Trinity United Methodist Church, Capital Fund, 121 S. 2nd St., Clearfield, PA 16830. To send an on-line tribute go to MEM.com.

Ralph S. Miller
FAYETTEVILLE - Ralph S. Miller, 87, a resident of Beverly Healthcare, Fayetteville, formerly of Concord, died at 8:05 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2002, at Beverly Healthcare, Chambersburg. Born Oct. 28, 1915, in Concord, he was a son of the late Albert H. and Melinda (Stewart) Miller. His wife, Leatha K. (Miller) Miller, preceded him in death May 1, 1994. Surviving are: two daughters, Eva Margaret Irvin, Concord, and Nancy Miller, Carmel, NY; five sons, Ray Miller, Mifflintown, Donald Miller, Concord, Marvin Miller, Chambersburg, Robert Miller, Greencastle, and Lloyd Miller, Concord; 13 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, and four step great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Daniel K. Miller. He was a graduate of the former Fannett Township High School. He had been a farmer all his life. He was a bus driver for the Fannett-Metal School District and he hauled milk to the Bryer's Creamery, Port Royal. He was a member of Concord United Methodist Church, Concord. He was also a member of Path Valley Lions Club, Dorsett Grange #188, Concord, a former member of Fannett-Metal School Board. He was an avid hunter and especially enjoyed coon hunting. His funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Concord United Methodist Church with Rev. William R. Bair and Mr. Darwin Goshorn officiating. Interment will be in Concord Union Cemetery, Concord. A viewing will be from noon until the time of the service Sunday at the church. Memorials may be made to: Concord United Methodist Church, c/o Bill Campbell, 24279 Path Valley Road, Concord, PA 17217. John L. Agett Funeral Home, Dry Run is in charge of arrangements.

Russell G. Miller
LEWISTOWN - Russell G. Miller, 97, of Beverly Healthcare -William Penn, formerly of 114 Delaware Ave., Lewistown, died at 11:40 p.m. Sunday, April 14, 2002, at the nursing home. Born Jan. 10, 1905, in Paint-ersville, Decatur Township, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Minnie Mae (Goss) Miller. His wife, Cora G. Miller, preceded him in death on Nov. 23, 1978. Surviving are: children, Carl B. Miller, Lewistown, Ronald R. Miller, Lewistown, Betty Douglas, Lewistown, Mrs. Joseph (Helen) Barbush, Harrisburg, Miss Donna C. Miller, Lewistown, Mrs. John (Martha) Campbell, Middletown, and Mrs. Vincent (Barbara) Lippre, Philadelphia; a granddaughter, Wanda Weyant Williams, whom he raised, and a great-grandson, Scott Williams; 22 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death in 1980 by a son, William Miller; and a sister, Sarah Miller. He was employed in the Cake Processing for 41 years at American Viscose Corp. He was a Lutheran by faith, early in life he attended Alfarata Lutheran Church. Services will be private at the convenience of the family with a interment at Alfarata Lutheran Cemetery. There will be no public viewing. Heller-Hoenstine Woodlawn Funeral Home, 200 N. Main St., Lewistown, is in charge of arrangements.

Shawn D. 'Amos' Miller
MCVEYTOWN - Shawn D. 'Amos' Miller, 20, of Mountain Lane, McVeytown, died at 6:34 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, 2002, in the emergency room of J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born June 7, 1982, in Lewistown, he was the son of Douglas P. and Jody L. (Kinser) Miller of Mountain Lane, McVeytown. Also surviving are a brother, Jason S. Miller, and a sister, Jessica N. Miller, both of Mountain Lane, McVeytown; maternal grandparents, James E. Kinser, Harrisburg, and Mr. and Mrs. Donald and Nancy Ball, New Lancaster Valley; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul L. and Frances Miller, Lewistown; and maternal great-grandmother, Lucina Kinser, Lewistown. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Margaret J. Miller; maternal great-grandfather, Kenneth Kinser; and paternal great-grandparents, Wilmer and Helen Miller. He was a 2000 graduate of Lewistown Area High School. He currently attended Penn State, Dubois campus, where he made the fall semester's dean's list. During the summer, he was employed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service. He was a member of the Pine Glen Church of the Brethren. He had been active in the Big Valley Chapter of the FFA, having served as president and recipient of the Keystone Degree and numerous awards. He was a senior firefighter with the McVeytown Volunteer Fire Company and the Fall's Creek Fire Company, Dubois. He was an avid outdoorsman and planned to become a game warden following graduation. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the Pine Glen Church of the Brethren with Rev. Donald E. Peters Jr. officiating. Interment will be in Pine Glen Cemetery. Friends may call 6-9 p.m. Thursday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pine Glen Church of the Brethren, 67 Pine Glen Road, Lewistown, PA 17044, or to the McVeytown Fire Co., P.O. Box 336, McVeytown, PA 17051. Harshbarger Funeral Home, McVeytown, is in charge of arrangements.

Shirley A. Miller
NORTH LAUDERDALE, FL - Shirley A. Miller, 67, of 6270 Southwest Tenth Court, North Lauderdale, FL, died Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2002, at University Hospital, Tamarac, FL. Born Nov. 18, 1934, in Marysville, she was the daughter of the late James and Viola (Arndt) Swartz Baker. Her husband, Leroy F. Miller, survives. Also surviving are: a son, Gary L. Miller, 4365 SR 103 North, Lewistown; two grandsons, Damian and Nathan Miller; a sister, Maria Peters, and a half-sister, Lynn Zinicola, both of Enola. She was a retired bookkeeper/office manager for an electronics firm in Florida. She was a member of St. Malachy's Catholic Church, Tamarac, FL. Her mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 106 N. Dorcas St., Lewistown, PA 17044, with the Rev. Father Thomas Marickovic officiating. Interment will be in Juniata Memorial Park, Lewistown. Friends may call 10-10:45 a.m. Saturday at Hoenstine Funeral Home, 75 Logan Street, Lewistown. Memorials may be made to: American Lung Association of Central PA, 205 E. Beaver Ave., State College, PA 16801.

Sue Ann Miller
LEWISTOWN - Sue Ann Miller, 66, of 324 S. Dorcas St., Lewistown, died at 12:28 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, 2002 at Lewistown Hospital. Born Oct. 13, 1936, in Lewistown, she was a daughter of the late Paul G. and Frances (Hartman) Fink. Her husband, Gerald Miller whom she married in 1972, survives. Also surviving are: two daughters, Mrs. Brad (Ruth Ann) Ream and Mrs. David (Paulette) Seiler, both of Lewistown; a sister, Katherine Gaither, Hollywood, FL; grandchildren, David, Zachary, Michele and Broc; and great-granddaughter, Madison. She was preceded in death by a brother, Paul E. Fink on July 12, 2001. She worked at Wal-mart. She was a member of Granville United Methodist Church. Her funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at Granville United Methodist Church with Rev. Mark S. Brower officiating. Interment will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Mattawana. A viewing will be from 7-9 p.m. Sunday at Barr Funeral Home, 120 logan St., Lewistown. Memorials may be made to: Granville United Methodist Church, Granville, PA 17029 or to Hospice The Bridge, 152 E. Market St., Suite 200, Lewistown, PA 17044.

Valorie I. Miller
LEWISTOWN - Valorie I. Miller, 45, of 13 Depot St., Lewistown, died at 6:16 p.m. Saturday, May 25, 2002, in the Lewistown Hospital Emergency Room. Born Sept. 18, 1956, in Philipsburg, she was the daughter of the late John Lamb and Cordelia (Hartley) Lamb. She is survived by her husband, Bradley W. Miller, whom she married Nov. 15, 1991. Also surviving are: children, Christina Lamb, Jennifer Lamb and David Lamb, all of Altoona; stepchildren, Elisha Miller, Ashley Miller and Kelsi Miller, all of Duncansville; a niece, Nichole Ross, Altoona; sisters, Mrs. William (Sue) Matthews Simmons, Morrisdale, Robin Latteri, Altoona, and Lisa Lamb, Altoona. She was preceded in death by one sister, Tracy Lamb. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Foot of Ten Bible Church, Duncansville. Her funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at Heller-Hoenstine Woodlawn Funeral Home, 200 N. Main St., Lewistown, with Pastor Kerry Feathers officiating. Interment will be in the Mifflin County Cemetery. Friends will be received from noon until the time of the service Thursday at the funeral home.

David F. "Dick" Milliken
MIFFLIN - David F. "Dick" Milliken, 81, of HC 67, Mifflin, died at 5:27 a.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2002, at the Locust Grove Retirement Village, HC 67, Mifflin. Born May 8, 1921, in Honey Grove, Juniata County, he was the son of the late Harvey K. and Maude (Arnold) Milliken. His wife, Dorothy E. "Dot" (Bryner) Milliken, whom he married Nov. 19, 1943, survives. Also surviving are: a son, Marlin D. Milliken and his wife, Carol, RR4, Mifflintown; two sisters, Katherine "Kit" Stong, RR2, Port Royal, and Maxine Baney, RR2, Mifflintown; three grandchildren and two great-grandsons. He was preceded in death by five brothers, Joe, Jasper, Ross, Mark and Benjamin Milliken, an infant brother, and two sisters, Sarah Black, Mary Bryner, and an infant sister. Early in life he was a truck driver for E.L. Gloss Lumber and later worked for Riverside Oil Co., Mifflintown, before retiring with 15 years of service from PennDot, Mifflintown, as a truck driver and equipment operator. He attended the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Mifflintown, was a member of the McCullough's Mills Historical Society and he was a life member of the Beale Township Fire Company where he was instrumental in starting the fire company and helping to build the fire hall. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran, having served in the Asiatic and Pacific Theater. He enjoyed gardening and volunteering with the Juniata County Meals on Wheels and at the Community Center of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. His funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday from the Mifflintown Chapel of Brown Funeral Homes Inc., 100 Bridge St., Mifflintown, with Pastor Donald F. Ehrlich officiating and Elder Roy Leader assisting. Interment will be in the McCullough's Mills Cemetery, RR1, Honey Grove. Friends may call noon - 9 p.m. Saturday, at the funeral home, where the family will be present from 7-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to: the Community Center c/o Seventh day Adventist Church, HC 63, Box 37, Mifflintown, PA 17059.

A. Louise Mitchell
AKRON - A. Louise Mitchell, 74, formerly of Akron and Lititz, died Saturday evening, Jan. 19, 2002 at the Maple Farms Nursing Center, Akron, following a brief illness. Born in Lewistown, she was the daughter of Margaret (Bubb) Taylor of Lewistown and the late John Chester Taylor. Her husband, C. Thomas Mitchell, preceded her in death on Jan. 19, 1991. Surviving are: three sons, John T., husband of Rhelda (Zwally) Mitchell of Myrtle Beach, SC, William T., husband of Jill (Mohn) Mitchell of Lititz, and C. Michael, husband of Cheryl (Risser) Mitchell of Lititz, two daughters, Ann, wife of Thomas E. Rothfus of Lititz, and Barbara, wife of Alan C. Ebersole of Ephrata; three sisters, Peggy, wife of Eugene Harbst of Reedsville, Dorie, wife of Edward DeProspero of Haddon Heights, NJ, and Sue, wife of John Ganoe of Harrisburg; 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She attended Belleville High School She was a cook at the Akron Restaurant for 21 years, before retiring in 1991. She was a member of the Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity of Ephrata. Her funeral service will be held at 8 p.m. Tuesday, from the Stradling Funeral Homes, 30 N. 9th St., Akron, with the Rev. Henry E. Herbener officiating. A private interment will in Greenlea Cemetery, McAlevy's Fort. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to: Trinity Lutheran Thanksgiving Fund, 167 E. Main St., Ephrata, PA 17522.

Blake Daniel Mitchell
LEWISTOWN - Blake Daniel Mitchell, of 35 Montgomery Avenue, Lewistown died Friday, Dec. 6, 2002 at Lewistown Hospital. Born Dec. 6, 2002, he was the son of Alfred Mitchell and Gloria Arnold of 35 Montgomery Ave., Lewistown. Surviving are: paternal grandparents, John and Ellen Mitchell; maternal grandparents, Goldie Burge and James Arnold Sr.; paternal great grandmother, Alma Frick; and maternal great grandmother, Eleanor Burge; and a sister, Kourtnei Arnold at home. His graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday in Lind Memorial Cemetery with Rev. John S. Walters officiating. There will be no public viewing. Memorials may be sent to: Alfred Mitchell and Gloria Arnold, 35 Montgomery Avenue, Lewistown, PA 17044. Hoenstine Funeral Home, Inc., 75 Logan St., Lewistown is in charge of arrangements.

Nellie Mitchell
LEWISTOWN - Nellie Mitchell, 89, of 1115 West Fourth St., Lewistown, died at 12:45 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, 2002, at Ohesson Manor, Lewistown. Born Feb. 28, 1913, in Alexandria, she was the daughter of the late William S. and Juanita (Brandt) Wilson. Her husband, Albert E. Mitchell, preceded her in death on Jan. 26, 1993. She is survived by four nieces and one nephew. She was preceded in death by seven brothers and three sisters. She was a homemaker. She was a Protestant by faith. Her funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Heller-Hoenstine Woodlawn Funeral Home with Karen McCachren and the Rev. Clifford S. Miller officiating. Interment will be in Juniata Memorial Park. Friends may call from 7-9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice Program at Lewistown Hospital.

Clementine A. 'Clemmie' Moist
MCVEYTOWN - Clementine A. "Clemmie" Moist, 99, of the Malta Home, Granville, formerly of Ryde, died at 9:40 p.m. Monday, Oct. 1, 2002 at the home. Born Dec. 15, 1902, in Bratton Township, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Sarah (Ronk) Moist. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. She was the last of her immediate family, having been preceded in death by several brothers and sisters. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Ryde United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School for over 40 years and belonged to the United Methodist Women. Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Pleasant View Cemetery, Mattawana, with Rev. Robert A. Brown Sr. officiating. Harshbarger Funeral Home, McVeytown, is in charge of arrangements.

Marguerite Molek
YEAGERTOWN - Marguerite Molek, 82, of 220 Ewardtown Road, Yeagertown, died at 8:46 a.m. Friday, July 19, 2002 at Lewistown Hospital's Emergency Room. Born Dec. 4, 1919, in Sunbury, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Mildred (Walker) Kerstetter. Her husband, Walter C. "Whitey" Molek, preceded her in death on Aug. 29, 2000. Surviving are three children, David W. Molek of Yeagertown, Joseph M. Molek of Reedsville and Nicholas A. Molek of Milroy; a sister, Catherine Bradley of Florida; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by a brother, Jack Kerstetter. She worked as a secretary at Kovalchick Corp. for 35 years and at Molek Law Office for 26 years. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at Barr Funeral Home, 120 Logan St., Lewistown, with Major Raymond Simpson officiating. Interment will be in Birch Hill Cemetery, Burnham. Friends will be received 7-9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Mifflin/Juniata Special Needs Center, 401 Yale St., Lewistown, PA 17044.

Erma Jane Monsell
REEDSVILLE - Erma Jane Monsell, 76, of 418 Pearl Street, Reedsville, died at 5:30 a.m. Tuesday April 23, 2002, at her residence. Born July 22, 1925, in Mifflinville, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd W. and Hazel M. (Starr) Kell. Her husband, Kenneth R. Monsell, preceded her in death March 5, 1985. Surviving are: children, Mrs. Daniel (Brenda) Donofrio, Elizabethville, Miriam J. Wagaman, Reedsville, and Mrs. Mitchell (Jan) Burkholder, Mount Union; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was a 1943 graduate of Reedsville High School. She had been employed at the American Viscose, Lewistown. She was a member of Reedsville United Methodist Church, and the Dorcas Sunday School class. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Reedsville United Methodist Church, 60 East Logan Street, Reedsville, with the Rev. Richard J. Bender officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Rock Cemetery, Lewistown. There will be no public viewing, but friends may call 7-9 p.m. Thursday at the residence and 10-11 a.m. Friday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Reedsville United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 235, Reedsville, PA 17084. Bohn Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

William K. Mooney
LEWISTOWN - William K. Mooney, 79, of 227 Cider Lane, Lewistown, died at 7:45 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 24, 2002, at Valley View Retirement Community, Belleville. Born Oct. 5, 1922, in Sewickley, he was the son of the late Perry A. and Cora (Rankin) Mooney. His wife, Dorothy R. (Ristin) Mowery, whom he married May 29, 1949, survives. He was the last of his immediate family, having been preceded in death by a brother, Paul S. Mooney. He worked as a sales agent for Prudential Life Insurance Company in Sewickley, Bedford and Lewistown, retiring in 1984. He served during World War II as an U.S. Army Medic. He was a methodist by faith. He was a member of the Lewistown Elks Lodge #663. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no public viewing. A private interment will be at Juniata Memorial Park. Heller-Hoenstine Burnham Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Mifflin/Juniata American Cancer Society, 26 N. Brown St., Lewistown, PA 17044.

Erma L. Moore
MOUNT UNION - Erma L. Moore, 68, of RD2, Box 337, Mt. Union, died at 4:10 p.m. Sunday, May 26, 2002, at her home. Born Nov. 24, 1933, in McVeytown RD1, she was a daughter of the late H. Frank and Thelma (Sunderland) Rhodes. Her husband, Wilbur C. "Cuz" Moore, whom she married July 11, 1953, survives. Also surviving are children, Amber Ford of Duncansville, Christi Sanders of Abbottstown, Craig Moore of Allenport, Mt. Union and Lisa Heidel of Silverford Heights, Mt. Union; siblings, Geraldine Wise of Mapleton, Rev. Charles Rhodes of Fishertown and Judy Carbaugh of RD2, Mt. Union; seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by five brothers and sisters. She was a member of the Wayne United Methodist Church, RD1, McVeytown. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mt. Union, with the Rev. Phil May officiating. Interment will be in the Haven Rest Memorial Park, RD1, Shirleysburg. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. until the time of the service Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice, Home Nursing Agency, 900 Bryan Street, Huntingdon, PA 16652.

John D. "Dinty" Moore
HARRISBURG - John D. "Dinty" Moore, 87, of Harrisburg, died Saturday at Harrisburg Hospital. Born July 8, 1914, in Mifflin, he was the son of the late Harry and Gertrude E. (Kerlin) Moore. Surviving are: a son, John E. Moore, Baltimore, MD; three grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII. He was a retired painter for the former Penn Harris Hotel and a member of the William Penn Social Club. A graveside service with full military honors will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. Neumyer Funeral Home, Inc., is in charge of arrangements.

Deborah K. (Taylor) Morder
MT UNION - Deborah K. (Taylor) Morder, 48, of 408 N. Drake St., Mt. Union, died at 5:20 a.m. Thursday Sept. 19, 2002, in the E.R. at JC Blair Hospital, Huntingdon, following an extended illness. Her mother, Iva (Treaster) Taylor McCarty, along with Deb's two children, James and Governor Walker, survive, all of them from Mt. Union. Also surviving are the following brothers and sisters: Carlene, Robert, Diane, and James Taylor, Karen Heaster and Judith Hockenberry. The funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mt. Union. Friends may call the funeral home from 7-9 p.m. today.

Phyllis M. Morgan
CAMP HILL - Phyllis M. Morgan, 79, of Beverly Healthcare, Camp Hill, formerly of Lewistown, died at 11:02 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2002, at Beverly Healthcare, Camp Hill. Born Aug. 26, 1923, in Mifflin County, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Florence (Stuck) Yetter. Her husband, Eugene Y. Morgan, died June 18, 1989. Surviving are: four children, Robert E. Morgan, Peach Bottom, George E. Morgan, Stroudsburg, Mrs. Greg (Grace) Walker, Harrisburg, and Donald J. Morgan, Stroudsburg; two sisters, Dorothy Hughes, Lewistown, and Helen Trump, Myrtle Beach, SC; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by four brothers and four sisters. She was a nurses aid at White Hall Nursing Home, Lancaster, and later she was a private duty nurse in the Poconos. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Effort, and she was active in Girl Scouts of America. Her funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Hoenstine Funeral Home, Inc., 75 Logan St., Lewistown with Rev. Jacob T. Traxler officiating. Interment will be in St. Mark's Cemetery. Friends may call from noon until the time of the service Saturday at the funeral home.

Douglas R. Morrison
LONGFELLOW - Douglas R. Morrison, 34, formerly of Longfellow (Lewistown, RD) died at 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2002, at Meda Nipple Convalescent Home, Thompsontown RR1, following a long struggle with Huntington's Chorea. Born Nov. 23, 1968 in Lewistown, he was a son of Elizabeth (Kauffman) Koller, River Rd., Lewistown and the late John I. Morrison. Also surviving are: a step-father, Steven Koller; a brother, John T. Morrison, McVeytown; a sister, Jodeen E. Morrison, Lewistown; and a maternal grandfather, Theodore Kauffman, Lewistown RD. He attended Pine Glen Church of the Brethren. His funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Pine Glen Church of the Brethren with Rev. Donald E. Peters Jr., officiating. Interment will be in Pine Glen Cemetery. Friends may call from 7-9 p.m. this evening at Harshbarger Funeral Home, 3 South Market St., McVeytown. Memorial contributions may be made to: Huntington's Disease Society of America, 158 West 29th St., Seventh Floor, New York, NY 10001-5300.

Donald Leroy Morrow
MILLERSTOWN - Donald Leroy Morrow, 59, of 307 Cocolamus Creek Rd., Millerstown, formerly of Mount Union, died at 5:35 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, 2002, at the Central Penna. Hospice Residence, Lingelstown Rd., following an extended illness. Born Jan. 24, 1943, in Huntingdon, he was a son of the late Donald Leroy and Bertha Jane (Sechrist) Morrow. He was first married to Bonnie Hocker. His second marriage had been to Judy Uttley. His companion, Maxine Losch, with whom he resided, lives in Millerstown. Also surviving are: children, Mrs. Donald (Brenda) Jaymes, Shirleysburg, Richard Duane Morrow, Oakland Mills, Donald Lee Morrow, Newton Hamilton, Mrs. Charles (Jane) Varner, Newton Hamilton, and Randy Morrow, McVeytown; brothers and sisters, Mrs. Leland (Ella Grace) Moler, Homeland, CA, Mrs. George (June) Varner, Mt. Union, Joseph Morrow, MI, Mrs. Robert (Anna) Collins, Huntingdon, and Kenneth Morrow, Walnut Creek, CA; 17 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He worked as a truck driver, most recently for Fulkroad Construction, McAlisterville, and prior to this, he worked many years for Bilger's Contracting, Mt. Union. He was a Methodist by faith. He was an avid NASCAR fan. He loved truck driving. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. Saturday at the Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mt. Union. Interment will follow at a later date in the Newton Hamilton Memorial Cemetery. There will not be a funeral service.

Morty Morrow
DAUPHIN - Morty Morrow, 76, of Dauphin, died at 5:47 p.m. Tuesday April 23, 2002. Born on April 18, 1926, in Rochester, NY, he was the son of the late Benjamin M. and Mollie Morrow. He was a cherished companion of Lois Williams and her children, Karen Nichol, Jenny Williams and Jeff Conrad. He was a beloved father of Dr. Jay Morrow, Abbie Weiss and Linda Haendiges. He was a U.S. Army Korean War veteran. He was formerly a merchandise manager with Boscov's Dept. Store for 21 years, and recent president of Millersburg Art Association Inc. Interment was held on April 26, in Cleveland, OH. A local memorial service will be announced. Donations may be made to: Millersburg Art Association, 226 Union St., Millersburg, PA 17061, or to the American Heart Association. Berkowitz-Kumin-Bookatz Memorial Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

Lois 'Bibie' Naylor Morton
THOMPSONTOWN - Lois "Bibie" Naylor Morton, of Thompsontown RR2, formerly of West Chester, passed away Friday, October 18, 2002 peacefully in her home. Born August 9, 1936 in Mifflin, she was a daughter of the late Merrill and Henrietta Naylor. She is survived by her husband, Edward L. Morton, whom she married December 18, 1997; two daughters, Diane Roush Hubert and her husband, Jim, of Alpharata, GA and April Roush Urbine and her husband, Bret, of Plano, Texas; a stepson, Scott Corby and his wife, Anne, of Springfield, MO; sisters and brother, Jackie Naylor of Durham, NC, Rosalie Smith of Belleville, and George Naylor of Shiremanstown; three grandsons, Jimmy Hubert, David Hubert and Austin Urbine and three step-grandchildren, Mandi, Tara and Bo Corby. She was a 1955 graduate of Juniata Joint High School, Mifflintown where she was crowned a beautiful May Queen in her senior year. After graduation, she trained at Women's Hospital, Philadelphia and continued to work as a Registered Nurse in the Philadelphia area for more than 30 years, retiring in 1991. She passionately enjoyed traveling, entertaining, cooking, gardening, home decorating and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Aldersgate United Methodist Church, corner of Third and Orange Streets, Mifflintown with Rev. Clair Troutman officiating. Interment will be in the Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery, Mifflintown. There will be a viewing at the church one hour prior to the services. Guss Funeral Home, 20 S. Third St., Mifflintown is in charge of the arrangements.

Shirley J. Mowery
MCVEYTOWN - Shirley J. Mowery, 65, of Ferguson Valley Road, McVeytown, died at 10:50 p.m. Friday, August 16, 2002, at Lewistown Hospital. Born Jan. 29, 1937, in Huntingdon County, she was a daughter of the late Archie T. and Minnie (Steele) Reed. Her husband, Stanley R. Mowery, whom she married Sept. 1, 1957, survives. Also surviving are a son, Mark A. Mowery, Ferguson Valley Road, McVeytown; three sisters, Alice Soult, Spring Mills RD, Betty Plummer, Beaver Springs, and Anna Mary Wakefield, Milroy, a brother, Thomas A. Reed, Shindle; and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Poorman. She was a homemaker. She was a member of the Park View Church of the Brethren, Burnham, and attended Centre Union Church, Lewistown. She was also a member of the McVeytown Fire Company Auxiliary and a faithful volunteer at the Shelter Services Thrift Shop in Lewistown. Her funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Harshbarger Funeral Home, 3 South Market St., McVeytown, with Pastor Leon R. Clayberger and Rev. William V. Fetrow officiating. Interment will be in Juniata Memorial Park, Lewistown. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. this evening at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: McVeytown Fire Company Auxiliary, P.O. Box 336, McVeytown, PA 17051 or to the McVeytown Ambulance Association, P.O. Box 11, McVeytown, PA 17051 or Centre Union Church, 470 Caldwell Hill Road, Lewistown, PA 17044.

Stanley E. "Bud" Moyer
CENTRE HALL - Stanley E. "Bud" Moyer, 74, husband of Faye Auman, of Rural Centre Hall died Thursday, Jan. 10, 2002 in State College. His funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Mark D. Heintzelman Funeral Service, 226 S. PA Ave., Centre Hall. Friends may call from 7-9 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

Robert Roy "Bob" Moyle
DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL - Robert Roy "Bob" Moyle, 79, of Defuniak Springs, FL, passed away at his residence Sunday, April 21, 2002, following an extended illness. Born Dec. 24, 1922, in Granville, he was the son of the late Raymond N. and Evelyn (Zimmerman) Moyle. Surviving are: two brothers, James D. Moyle and wife Margaret, Lewistown, and Jack A. Moyle and wife Joyce, McVeytown; one sister, Joan Swarmer, Reedsville; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Walter B. Moyle. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps, serving in World War II, with his last mission as a B29 Crew Chief. After retirement, he went to DeFuniak Springs, FL, some 20 years ago to visit a military buddy. He liked the area and made it his home. He loved to hunt and fish. He owned his own commercial fishing boat and had his private pilot license. Services will be held in Pennsylvania privately for the family. Jerry Evans Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

Gary Duane Muckle
EPHRATA - Gary Duane Muckle, 60, of Akron Road, Ephrata, died Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2002, in Hospice of Lancaster County after a brief illness. Born in Huntingdon, he was the son of Virginia M. (Kelley) Muckle of Millcreek and the late Norman P. Muckle. His companion, Patricia "Trish" Chintella with whom he resided, survives. Also surviving are: a son, Timothy Paul, husband of Judy Griffith Muckle, Ephrata and two daughters, Annette Marie, wife of Glenn Austin, O'Fallon, MO, and Christine Lynn Muckle, Lawrence, KN; two sisters, Janet Elaine Shore, Hickory, NC and Marie Morningstar, Huntingdon; and ten grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Blair Muckle. He was employed as a truck jockey at Weyerhauser Corp. for 20 years and most recently worked from 1994 through the present at Burnham Boiler. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1961-65. He was a member of Teamsters Local #771 of Lancaster and Glass, Molders, Pottery and Plastics and Allied Workers International Union Local 287. He was also a member of the Cocalico Post #3376 VFW of Ephrata, Ephrata Amvets Post #136 and Cloister Post #429, and American Legion of Ephrata. He enjoyed watching drag racing, hunting and fishing. His funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., 201 Church Ave., Ephrata. The family will receive friends following the service. Memorials may be made to: Hospice of Lancaster County, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.

Erma P. Murphy
HARRISBURG - Erma P. Murphy, 83, of East Waterford, died Monday at Osteopathic Hospital, Harrisburg. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Faith United Methodist Church, East Waterford. Friends may call from noon-9 p.m. Thursday, at the Henry Funeral Home, Honey Grove. Memorial gifts may be made to the Faith United Methodist Church, c/o Lesa Gray, Honey Grove, PA or to East Waterford Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary, c/o Alma Pannabaker, East Waterford, PA 17021.

Rose Marie Musser
BURNHAM - Rose Marie Musser, 59, of 476 Vermont Ave., Burnham, died at 11:20 a.m. Monday, Feb. 11, 2002, at her residence. Born April 16, 1942 in Lewistown, she was the daughter of the late Daisy (McMullen) Witmer. Her husband, John M. Musser, preceded her in death on Nov. 7, 1998. Surviving are: sons, Nolan W. Musser, 700 Harvard St., Lewistown, and James M. Musser, 16A Walnut St., Magnolia, DE; a brother, Robert Witmer, Langhorn; a cousin with whom she was raised, Lettie Simoncelci, Duncannon; and a granddaughter, Mandy Musser-Taccino, Carlisle. She was a graduate of Lewistown High School. She was a homemaker and a member of Calvary Bible Church. Her memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Calvary Bible Church, 301 S. Pine St., Lewistown, with the Rev. Roger R. Reece officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. There will be no viewing. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to: Hospice-The Bridge, 152 E. Market St., Suite 200, Lewistown, PA 17044 or to the American Cancer Society, 26 N. Brown St., Lewistown, PA 17044.

Florence R. Myers
MIFFLINTOWN - Florence R. Myers, 66, of Mifflintown, died at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2002, at her home. Born Feb. 15, 1936, in Greenwood Township, Juniata County, she was the daughter of the late Lucian S. and Helen P. (Lowery) Rank. Her husband, Donald A. Myers, whom she married Oct. 13, 1956, survives. Also surviving are: two sons, Randy L. Myers and Scott D. Myers, both of RR1 Mifflintown; a sister, Barbara E. Dysinger, RR1 Mifflintown; three grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. She was a 1954 graduate of Juniata Joint High School, Mifflintown. She served as a cafeteria manager for the Juniata County School District at Fermanagh-Mifflintown Elementary School for 32 years until her retirement in 1998. She was a member of the Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Mifflintown and the Juniata County Retired School Employees Association. She enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family. Her funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday from the Mifflintown Chapel of Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge St., with Rev. Clair R. Troutman officiating. Interment will be in Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery, Mifflintown. A viewing will be 7-9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to: Hospice The Bridge, 152 E. Market St., Lewistown, PA 17044.

Ira W. 'Jim' Myers
LEWISTOWN - Ira W. 'Jim' Myers, 78, of 10 Garver Lane, Lewistown, died at 5:37 a.m. Saturday, July 13, 2002, at Lewistown Hospital. Born Aug. 25, 1923, in Burnham, he was a son of the late William A. and Anna (Fisher) Myers. His wife, Rhoda M. (Duncan) Myers, preceded him in death on Jan. 8, 2000. Surviving are: two sons, James W. Myers, Mins, FL and Terry L. Myers, Lancaster; step-children, Timothy T. Hook, Harrisburg, Ricky Lee Ehrenfeld, Annville and Mrs. George (Gwendolyn) Henry, Germany; a half-sister, Joyce Stine, Lewistown; and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one half-brother, two half-sisters, three step-brothers and four step-sisters. He was a pipe fitter at Standard Steel in Burnham for 21 years, retiring in 1985. He served in the U.S. Army, Merchant Marines during World War II. He was a life member of the Fame, City Hook & Ladder, Newtown, East Derry and Yeagertown Fire Companies where he was Past President, Vice President and Trustee, life member of the American Legion, Mifflin County Fire Police, Derry Township Fire Police where he served as past Treasurer and Captain, Lewistown Fire Police, Former coach of Yeagertown Little League and Babe Ruth. He was recognized by the House of Representatives for years served in the Fire Police. He was an avid Phillies Fan. He enjoyed fishing, wrestling, assembling puzzles and having coffee with the guys at Smith's Gulf. He also helped to organize the Derry Township Fire Police Fishing Tournament. His funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Heller-Hoenstine Burnham Funeral Home, 108 First Ave., Burnham, with the Rev. Darvin Donahey officiating. Interment will be in Juniata Memorial Park. Friends may call from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to: Derry Township Fire Police, 408 Knepp Ave., Lewistown, PA 17044.

Park H. Myers
LANCASTER - Park H. Myers, 76, of 1961 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, died Thursday, April 25, 2002, at Lancaster Regional Medical Center following a brief illness. Born in Maytown, he was the son of the late Roy and Marie Musser Myers. He was married for 56 years to Betty J. (Adair) Myers, who survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Sally A., wife of Bill Troop of Manheim; a son, Park H. Jr, husband of Claudia Palm Myers of Mattawana; a brother, Charles C., husband of Freda Woods Myers of Lancaster; a sister, Betty, wife of Lloyd Diller of York; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was cattle dealer most of his life but also worked at Lancaster Leaf Tobacco Co. and Lancaster Coca Cola Bottling Co. He was a member of Salem United Methodist Church of Christ, Rohrerstown; Masonic Lodge 43, Free and Accepted Masons; Tall Cedars of Lebanon; Zembo Shrine Club; Lancaster County Shrine Club and Harrisburg Consistory. He enjoyed collecting antiques and deer hunting. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Salem United Church of Christ, Rohrerstown, 2312 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, with the Rev. Chet E. Corbaugh officiating. Interment will be in Rohrerstown Lutheran and Reformed Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of service Monday at the church. Masonic services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. by Lodge 43. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Salem United Church of Christ of Rohrerstown, Memorial Fund, 2312 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, PA, 17603. The Richard A. Sheetz Funeral Home, Lancaster, is handling the arrangements.

Robert E. Myers
REEDSVILLE - Robert E. Myers, 88, of Outlook Pointe at Lewistown, Reedsville, formerly of RD1 Mifflintown, died at 5:52 p.m. Friday Dec. 27, 2002 at Outlook Pointe at Lewistown, Reedsville. Born Nov. 9, 1914, in Lewistown, he was a son of the late Samuel B. and Abbie Lena (Sweitzer) Myers. His wife, Dorothy (Kitting) Myers, whom he married in 1934, survives at Outlook Pointe at Lewistown, Reedsville. Also surviving are: two children, Burt E. Myers, Mifflin and Patricia Wagner, Lewistown; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was the last of his immediate family having been preceded in death by five brothers and six sisters. He was a fire fighter instructor and inspector for 21 years for the Fire School-PA Dept. of Education. He was a member of Westminster United Presbyterian Church, Mifflintown. He was a life member of Fame Fire Company, the Pennsylvania Fireman's Association and Lewistown B.P.O.E #663. His memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Heller-Hoenstine Woodlawn Funeral Home, 200 N. Main St., Lewistown with Rev. Mark S. Brower officiating. Private interment will be in Lind Memorial Cemetery. There will be no public viewing. In lieu of flower, memorials may be sent to: Westminster United Presbyterian Church Repair Fund, 208 Lemon Street, Mifflintown, PA 17059.