Kenneth P. Narehood
BEAVERTOWN - Kenneth P. Narehood, 75, of Beavertown, passed away at 8:45 a.m. Sunday, March 3, 2002, at Evangelical Community Hospital, Lewisburg, after being stricken at home. Born Jan. 4, 1927, in McClure, he was a son of the late Guy E. and Sara D. (Kline) Narehood. His wife, Kathryn L. Felker, whom he married Oct. 19, 1946, survives. Surviving are: two daughters and a son-in-law, Sharon L. and Howard Benner Jr., Beavertown, Sue E. Nerhood, RR4, Middleburg, and a son, Gary E. and his wife, Mary Narehood, Beavertown; a sister, June Hartman, Selinsgrove; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, Velma J. Edmiston, a brother in infancy and a son-in-law, Scott E. Nerhood. He was an active member of Beaver Lutheran Church, Beaver Springs, where he had served on church council, and had served on the church's original building committee. In 1945, he graduated from Beaver Vocational High School, where he participated in the school's ROTC program. Upon graduation he left for the Air Force. He served in Mississippi and Oklahoma through the end of World War II. He owned and operated Super Service Garage, an international Truck Dealership. He had been employed there since he was young and bought the business from his mother following his father's death in 1957. He owned and operated Narehood School Buses, where he also served as a driver instructor. In 1998, he was awarded the Senior Dealer Award for 60 years of continuous representation of International Trucks. In 1988, he was awarded Golden Bus Contractor Award for 50 years of distinguished service to the school bus industry. He enjoyed flying and spending time with his grandchildren and his great-grandchildren. He was a 50-year member of Middleburg Lodge #619 F&AM. He was a member of the Harrisburg Consistory Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, where he earned his 32nd degree. He was a member and past president of the West Snyder Rotary Club from 1958 through 1991, earning 33 years of perfect attendance. He was also a member of Rescue Hose Fire Co., Beavertown; served on the committee of the Beaver Vocational High School reunions, Erman E. Lepley American Legion Post 23, Beaver Springs, Snyder County Historical Society, PA Motor Truck Association, National Federation of Independent Business and the PA School Bus Association. His funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Beaver Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Charles A. Brophy officiating. Interment will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Beavertown. Graveside military honors will be presented by Erman E. Lepley, American Legion Post 23, Beaver Springs. Friends may call 4-9 p.m. Wednesday, at Aurand Funeral Homes, 316 W. Market St., Beavertown, where the family will receive friends 7-9 p.m. A Masonic service will be presented at 8:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to: Beaver Lutheran Church, Beaver Springs, PA 17812.

Betty M. Naylor
LEWISTOWN - Betty M. Naylor, 75, of 515 Pitts St., Lewistown, died at 4:13 p.m. Monday, March 11, 2002, at J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Huntingdon. Born June 22, 1926, in Saltillo, she was a daughter of the late Dewey and Rosie Mae (Mansbarger) Host. Her husband, Raymond J. Naylor, preceded her in death on Jan. 22, 1980. Surviving are: children, Mrs. Harry "Nick" (Shelby) Miller, Mrs. Robert (Diane) Wagner, Rick Naylor, and Mrs. Daniel (Pam) Elsesser, all of Lewistown; sisters and brother, Mrs. Merle (Ruth) McNitt, Burnham, Mrs. William (Nancy Belle) Carter, Lewistown, and Ned Host, Hummels Wharf. She was preceded in death by twin sons, Larry and Gary Naylor, an infant sister, Mary Jane Host, and a sister, Evelyn "Gertie" Bedelyon; 13 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was employed by the Mifflin County School District for 20 years. She was a member of the Bible Baptist Church, Burnham, and the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 7011. Her funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Barr Funeral Home, 120 Logan St., Lewistown, with the Rev. John Walters officiating. Interment will be in Juniata Memorial Park. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Family will provide all flowers. Memorials may be made to: American Cancer Society, 26 N. Brown St., Lewistown, PA 17044.

Edward Nazareth
LEESBURG, FL - Edward Nazareth, 71, of Leesburg, FL and formerly of Lewistown, died at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 11, 2002, in Leesburg, FL. Born July 28, 1930, in Watertown, MA, he was the son of the late Krikor and Mary (Abrusa) Nazarethian. His wife, Jeanne J. Nazareth, preceded him in death on Jan. 12, 1987. Surviving are: a son, Gregory Nazareth, Boca Raton, FL; step-children, Steven and Michael Foster, both of Columbia, PA; Gary Foster, Maytown, Terry Foster, ID, and Mrs. Steven (Sharon) Bender, Lewistown; and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother. He was a salesman for Pep Boys Auto Parts in California. His funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Barr Funeral Home, 120 Logan St., Lewistown, with the Rev. Bernard Carpenter officiating. Interment will be in Juniata Memorial Park. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Clinton W. Nealman
THOMPSONTOWN - Clinton W. Nealman, 40, of Thompsontown died Thursday, March 21, 2002 as the result of a one-vehicle accident. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday from the Henry Funeral Home, Honey Grove, with Pastor Don Walters officiating. A closed casket visitation will be held 7-9 p.m. Monday at the home. Interment will be in the East Waterford Cemetery.

Ruth E. Neil
LEWISTOWN - Ruth E. Neil, 49, of 159 Apt. E, Valley St., Lewistown, died Friday March 1, 2002, at Lewistown Hospital. Born Oct. 9, 1952, in Bellefonte, she was a daughter of the late John R. and Goldie I. (Zerby) Crader. Her husband, Robert L. Neil, whom she married Feb. 6, 1992, survives. Also surviving are: five sisters, Darla J. Crader and Janet L. Hosterman, both of Philipsburg, Diana M. Kauffman, Lewistown, Carol A. Weaver, State College, Connie I. Eyer, Centre Hall, and three brothers, Lewis E. Crader Sr., Fannettsburg, PA, Ronald J. Crader, State College, and Justin W. Crader, Bellefonte. She was a former employee of Holiday Inn, Lewistown. She enjoyed bingo, yard sales, collecting teddy bears, country music and spending time with her nieces and nephews. Her funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Steven R. Neff Funeral Home, Millheim, with the Rev. Merrill Covalt officiating. Interment will be in Mountain Cemetery, Spring Mills Rd. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. today, at the funeral home.

Avis E. Nipple
MCVEYTOWN - Avis E. Nipple, 89, of McVeytown, and formerly of RR3, Mifflintown, died at 5:29 a.m. Wednesday, March 6, 2002, at Lewistown Hospital. Born Feb. 20, 1913, in Rockville, Juniata County, she was a daughter of the late James Henry and Cora May (Leiser) Walters. Her husband, Harold E. Nipple, preceded her in death on April 12, 1998. Surviving are: a daughter, Mrs. Donald (Sandra) Henry Jr., McVeytown; a sister, Mrs. Robert (Mildred) Aurand, Ohesson Manor, Lewistown; and a grandson, Cory Henry. She was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters, Grace Taylor, Florence Pannebaker, Blair Walters, Ray Walters and Lester Walters. She was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Stephen's Lutheran Church and the Maple Grove Sunday School. She enjoyed reading. Her funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday at Guss Funeral Home, 20 S. Third St., Mifflintown, with the Rev. Louise Knotts officiating. Interment will be in St. Stephen's Lutheran Cemetery, Licking Creek Valley. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the time of the service Friday, at the funeral home.

Sara R. Noble
HONEY GROVE - Sara R. Noble, 78, of RR1 Honey Grove, died at Brookline Manor Convalescent. Home Friday Aug. 30, 2002. Born May 25, 1924, in Chester County, she was the daughter of the late James E. and Ruth (Howe) Longacre. Her husband, Fred N. Noble, survives. Also surviving are: two sons, Elmer R. Boley, Mechanicsburg and Fredrick M. Dawson, address unknown; a step-son, Jeff Noble, Cogan Station; a sister, Hulda Styer, Terre Hill; two grandchildren and a great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Elmer R. Boley, a brother and a granddaughter. She was a member of South Juniata Baptist Church, Honey Grove and the pinochle club at the Mifflintown Senior Citizens Center. A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Henry Funeral Home, Honey Grove with Pastor Dennis R. Thompson Jr. officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home 1-3 p.m. Wednesday. The family will provide all flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the South Juniata Baptist Church, c/o Bonnie Shearer, RR1, Honey Grove, PA 17035.

Donald G. Noerr Sr.
LEWISTOWN - Donald G. Noerr, Sr., 82, of 801 South Grand Street, Lewistown, died at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, 2002, at Lewistown Hospital. Born June 19, 1920, in Punxsutawney, he was a son of the late Floyd B. and Marguerite A. (McGregor) Noerr. His wife, Betty G. (Schilling) Noerr, preceded him in death on Dec. 27, 1997. Surviving are: two sons, Donald G. Noerr Jr., Westfield, NJ, and Daniel F. Noerr, Midland, MI; three siblings, Robert C. Noerr, Texas, Mrs. Robert (Pauline) Watson, Memphis, TN, and James F. Noerr, Noerr Lane, Lewistown; six grandchildren, Heather, Benjamin, Brian, Michael, Casey, and Katie; and three great-grandchildren. He was vice president of Noerr Motor Freight for 44 years, retiring in 1982. He remained as vice president and co-owner of Norlin Warehouse and Services. He was a member of Grove Memorial United Methodist Church and the mens Victory Bible Class. He was also a member of Lewistown Lodge #203 F&AM, Royal Arch Chapter #186, Tall Cedars of Lebanon Forest #88, Harrisburg Consistory, Jaffa Temple, Altoona, Mifflin County Shrine Club, Fraternal Order of Police Blue Ridge #45, State Council of Civil Defense, Center PA Law Enforcement Association, and a life member of B.P.O.E Lodge #663, and Brooklyn Hose Company. His funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Heller-Hoenstine Woodlawn Funeral Home, 200 N. Main St., Lewistown with Pastor D. Gregory Lake officiating. Interment will be in Juniata Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the time of the service Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Parkinson's Disease Association, 1250 Hyland Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10305.

William P. Noland
LEWISTOWN - William P. Noland, 83, of 341 Terrace Blvd., Lewistown, died at 9:18 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2002 at Ohesson Manor Nursing Home. Born Oct. 13, 1918, in Marstellar, he was the son of the late Harry and Sarah (Patrick) Noland. His wife, Frances (Supnia) Noland, survives. He is also survived by: two sons, John R. "Jack" Noland of 341 Terrace Blvd. Lewistown and William N. Noland of 11 Chapel Dr., Lewistown; two brothers, James Noland of Lewistown and Harold Noland of San Antonio, Texas; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by five sisters. He was employed in the shipping room at American Viscose Corp. for 41 years. He served in the U.S. Air Force during World War II, serving in China. He was a member of First United Methodist Church. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, at Heller-Hoenstine Woodlawn Funeral Home, 200 N. Main St., Lewistown, with Rev. Jacob T. Traxler officiating. Interment will be in Juniata Memorial Park Cemetery. A viewing will be held 7-9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

William M. Norman
AVIS - William M. Norman, 73, of West Park Street, Avis, died Monday evening, June 17, 2002, in the Jersey Shore Hospital, exactly one year to the day that his son, Steven Michael Norman, died. Born, July 6, 1928, in Middleburg, he was a son of Maxwell and Dessie (Zechman) Norman. He married Dorothy M. (Winter) Norman, who survives. Also surviving are: a daughter, Pamela M. Copenhaver, Pine Creek, and three sons, William G., Pine Creek, Dennis E., Jersey Shore, and George E., Avis; a brother, Clifford Norman, Avis, and a sister, Shirley Wolfe, McElhattan; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Besides his son, he was preceded in death by a sister, Betty June Marden. He was a graduate of Jersey Shore High School. He held many jobs to support his family, including driving truck and bus. He was a mechanic for many years with Kimbals and Mardens. He was a member of the Avis Borough Council for over 20 years. He was also a member of the Avis United Methodist Church. He enjoyed camping, hunting and fishing. He was known to his family as a truly loving husband and father. A celebration of Bill's life will be held 11 a.m. Friday at the Rearick-Carpenter Funeral Home, 1002 Allegheny St., Jersey Shore, with his pastor, Rev. Mark Woodring, officiating. Interment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Park. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. Thursday, and beginning at 10 p.m. on Friday, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to: Avis Veterans Park Fund, c/o the secretary at Avis Borough Building, Avis, PA 17721, or the Avis United Methodist Church, P.O. Box B, Avis, PA 17721.

Phyllis Van Art North
CARLISLE - Phyllis Van Art North, 73, of 31 Sunset Dr., Carlisle (North Middleton Twp.) died Saturday, March 16, 2002, in the Harrisburg Hospital. Born July 23, 1928, in Burnham, she was the daughter of the late Clair L. and Nellie Williams Van Art. Her husband of 53 years, Harold L. North, survives. Also surviving are: three daughters, Victoria Holbrook, Hummelstown, Cynthia Roche, Hillsborough, NJ, and Kathleen Ruegg, Carlisle; a brother, Harold Van Art, Shippensburg; nine grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Clair W. Van Art. She spent several years working with the special needs children of the Capital Area Intermediate Unit. She was a member of the Allison United Methodist Church, Carlisle, where she taught church school classes for over 40 years and served in leadership roles of United Methodist Women and in many administrative councils and committees of the church. She was a founding member of the Board of Directors of the Carlisle Day Care Center and volunteered with Birthright of Carlisle. She was a member of the Carlisle Civic Club, a former volunteer of Laubach Literacy International where she was a senior tutor in reading and she was a former chair of the local Girl Scout Committee for Leaders. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday in the Allison United Methodist Church, 99 Mooreland Ave., Carlisle, with the Rev. Karen E. Layman officiating. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. There will be no viewing, however friends may call from 1:15 p.m. until the time of the service and following the service Saturday, at the church. Hoffman-Roth Funeral Home, 219 N. Hanover St., Carlisle, is in charge of the arrangements.

Susan Norton
BILOXI, MS - Susan Norton, 48, of Biloxi, MS died Monday, April 22, 2002, in Gulfport, MS. Formally Susan Berryman, she went to Lewistown High School and was employed in the Go Circuit on the Coast. Survivors include her parents, Robert and Violet Berryman of Lewistown ; a son, Frank and wife Lori Luckenbaugh of Bannerville; a daughter, Jennifer and husband Travis Rowan of Wright City, OK; two sisters, Karen Hughes of Dothan, AL and Carol Waltz of York; and eight grandchildren. Services will be held at a later date, under the direction of Riedman Funeral Home, Gulfport, MS. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 26, at Trinity Lutheran Church, McClure with he Pastor Beth Ann Stoner officiating. The family prefers memorials to Susan B. Koman Breast Cancer Foundation.

Albert A. Oliphant
HARRISBURG - Albert A. Oliphant, 84, of 2324 Kensington St., Harrisburg, died Friday, Feb. 15, 2002, at his home after a lengthy illness. His funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Derry Strret United Methodist Church, Harrisburg. Interment will be in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Harrisburg. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. Monday at the Neill Funeral Home, 3501 Derry St., Harrisburg, and 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, at the church.

Stephanie M. Olnick
BURNHAM - Stephanie M. Olnick, 95, resident of Beverly Healthcare/William-Penn, died at 7:20 p.m. Wednesday, April 17, 2002, at the nursing home. Born Nov. 10, 1906, in Bubka, Austria, she was the daughter of the late Peter S. and Mary A. (Hushak) Kryston. Her husband, Harry C. Olnick, preceded her in death on July,1956. Surviving are: children, Joseph M. Olnick, Burnham, Stephanie M. Demskie, Lewistown, William D. Olnick, Burnham, Leon J. Olnick, Lake Worth, FL, Carl F. Olnick, Myrtle Beach, SC, Mrs. Philip (Lucy) Morris, King of Prussia; 28 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by: five children, Harry S. Olnick, Martha A. Rogers, Michael E. Olnick, infants, John and Frances Olnick. Early in life she was employed at the American Viscose Corporation, later becoming a homemaker. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Lewis-town. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 106 N. Dorcas St., Lewistown, with the Rev. Fr. Thomas Marickovic officiating. Inter-ment will follow at Juniata Memorial Park. There will be no public viewing, however, family will receive friends 7-9 p.m. Sunday at Heller-Hoenstine Burnham Funeral Home, 108 First Ave., Burnham, where a Rosary Service will be held at 8:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 106 N. Dorcas St., Lewistown, PA, 17044.

Steve C. "Chip" Olnick
REEDSVILLE - Steve C. "Chip" Olnick, 79, of 235 Woodland Circle, Reedsville, died at 9:27 a.m. Tuesday, June 4, 2002, at the Lewistown Hospital Emergency Room. Born Oct. 19, 1922, in Burnham, he was the son of the late Charles and Mary (Wozniak) Olnick. His wife, Pearl Stimely (Nearhood) Olnick, whom he married in 1966, survives. Also surviving are: a daughter, Mrs. Wayne (Donna) Sheaffer, Summit Drive, Pleasant Acres, Lewistown; step-daughters, Mrs. Mark (Bonnie) Glick, Reedsville and Mrs. Connie Solano, Fountain Hills, AZ; a sister, Mrs. James (Lillian) Clark, North Carolina; two grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and four step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by four brothers and one sister. He was employed at Overhead Door Co. for 42 years, retiring in 1982. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving as a tank driver under General George Patton during World War II. He was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Roman Catholic Church and the American Legion in Middleburg. He was a 1941 graduate of Burnham High School. He was an avid sports fan. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Lewistown, with Father Thomas Marickovic officiating. Interment will be in Vira Methodist Cemetery. Graveside military service will be conducted by VFW Post 7011. Friends will be received 7-9 p.m. Thursday at Barr Funeral Home, 120 Logan St., Lewistown. A scripture reading will be held at 8:45 p.m. Memorials may be made to: American Cancer Society, 26 N. Brown St., Lewistown, PA 17044 or to William Penn Beverly Healthcare Enterprises, 163 Summit Dr., Lewistown, PA 17044. Family will provide all flowers.

David L. O'Neil
MILROY - David L. O'Neil, 49, of 99 Blue Rock Lane, Milroy, a beloved husband, father & friend, died Saturday Aug. 31, 2002, on Highway 655, Union Township. Born Sept. 26, 1952, in Lewistown, he was a son of the late Leo O'Neil. His mother, Sally (Kunkle) O'Neil, survives in Gardenview. His wife, Deborah Fiore O'Neil, whom he married in 1977 also survives with two children, Kimberly and Kevin, at home. Also surviving are a brother, Daniel O'Neil of Lebanon. He was a shipping clerk at New Holland for 25 years. He was a member of the Reedsville United Methodist Church and the Lewistown Country Club. He coached Sacred Heart Basketball. A funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, at Barr Funeral Home, 120 Logan St., Lewistown with the Rev. Richard J. Bender officiating. Interment will be in the Church Hill Cemetery. A visitation will be from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Eva M. Orner
NEW PROVIDENCE - Eva M. Orner, 71, of 439 Daisy Drive, New Providence, died at 3:12 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2002, at her residence. Born June 25, 1931, in Ryde, she was a daughter of the late Earl Harold and Edna (Harshbarger) Moist. Her husband, Carl E. "John" Orner Jr., whom she married Dec. 12, 1949, survives. Also surviving are: two daughters, Mrs. Mark (Kimbra) Hottenstein, Willow Street, and Mrs. Douglas (Wendy) (Orner) Young, Leesburg, VA; three siblings, Mrs. Clair (Romaine) Shawver, Ryde, James Moist, Ryde, and Blair Moist, Mattawana; and six granddaughters. She was preceded in death by a son, Ricky C. Orner in 1981. She was a member of Ryde United Methodist Church, Ryde. Her funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Hoenstine Funeral Home, 75 Logan St., Lewistown with Rev. Robert Smock officiating. Private interment will be in Mattawana Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the time of the service Friday at the funeral home. There will be no public viewing. Memorials may be made to: American Diabetes Association, 2040 Linglestown Road, Suite 106, Harrisburg, PA 17105.

Katherine L. 'Kay' Owens
MIFFLIN - Katherine L. "Kay" Owens, 75, a resident of Locust Grove Retirement Village, Mifflin, formerly of Lewistown, died at 8:40 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2002, at Lewistown Hospital. Born March 8, 1927, in Lewistown, she was a daughter of the late Millard L. and Maude E. (Cleck) Owens. Surviving are cousins, JaneAnn Baney, Millerstown, John W. Zeigler, Newport, Jeffrey O. Zeigler, Bedford, and James R. Zeigler, Port Royal, Nancy Briskie, Corry, and Doris Cleck, Hyannis, MA; a brother-in-law, Jack and his wife Joann Dean, Findlay, Ohio; and four nieces and nephews, Steve Dean, Centerville, Ohio, Drew Dean, Forest, Ohio, Pam Schleucher, Findlay, Ohio, and Dorothy Phillips, Port Orange, FL; and multiple grand nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters. She was a member of First United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Hoenstine Funeral Home Inc., 75 Logan St., Lewistown, with Revs. Ted Janke and Karen McCachren officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Rock Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of service Saturday at the funeral home. A private interment will be held in Mt. Rock Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Friends of Locust Grove, HCR 67 Box 7, Mifflin, PA 17058, or to First United Methodist Church, 200 E. Third St., Lewistown, PA 17044.