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Posted By: GenealogyBuff.com OLDHAM - Nelson B.
OLDHAM - Nelson B., 44, Windber, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">passed away July 31, 2006, at Windber Medical Center. Born Dec. 28, 1961, in Windber, son of Furl G. Oldham and Elsie (Helsel) Logue. Preceded in death by father and sister, Marsha E. Oldham. Survived by wife, Carol; mother; daughter, Madison; also stepfather, Dewey Logue. Brother of Shirley Oldham, Dawn Nugent and Vincent Logue. Also survived by grandson, Scott; nieces, Sonya, Angie, Kayla and Abbie; and nephews, James, Adam and Aaron. Nelson was an avid fisherman and enjoyed camping. He was also a certified carpenter. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Meek and Dalla Valle Funeral Home Inc., Windber, where funeral service will be held Thursday at 11 a.m., the Rev. Raymond Wissinger officiating. Interment, Ogletown Cemetery.
SALEM - Connie M.
SALEM - Connie M., 54, of Richland Township, went to be with the Lord on July 30, 2006. Born on Feb. 17, 1952, in Johnstown, daughter of James "Ben" and Alice (Stahl) Cobaugh of Wesley Chapel. Survived by parents; loving husband, Russell E. Salem, Richland Township; sons, B.J., and wife, P.J. Werzyn, Mechanicsburg; Jeremy A. Werzyn, Richland; Ryan R. Salem, New York, N.Y.; and Scott S., and wife, Sherri Salem, Richland; grandson, Ty Salem; sister, Pamela, wife of Robert Kristoff, Mineral Point; brothers, James, and wife, Amy, Windber; Thomas, and wife, Stephanie, Altoona; Timothy, Lancaster; and Matthew, State College; mother-in-law, Ceil A. Salem, Conemaugh; sister-in-law; Kathy M., wife of Paul Cunningham, Richland Township; and several nieces and nephews, extended family and special friends. Connie was a 1970 graduate of Conemaugh Valley High School. She was a member of Richland Christian Church. Connie will be remembered as a kind and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, who will be missed by all. Friends received from 2 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Harris Funeral Home, 500 Cherry Lane, Richland. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday at Richland Christian Church, with the Rev. Robert L. Kristoff officiating. Entombment at Richland Cemetery Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be directed to Richland Christian Church, 1081 Tener St., Johnstown, Pa. 15904, or to Windber Hospice, 600 Somerset Ave., Windber, Pa. 15963, memory of Connie.
WOJCICKI - John J.
WOJCICKI - John J. "Woji," 80, of Windber, went to be with the Lord July 30, 2006, at home. Born June 30, 1926, in Windber, son of Constant and Helen (Yun) Wojcicki. Preceded in death by parents; wife, Mary Jane (Bunk) Wojcicki; infant son, John Jr.; and brothers, Adam and Edward Wojcicki. Survived by sons, Robert Wojcicki, at home, and Thomas Wojcicki, Windber; granddaughter, Christianne, wife of Christopher Johnson; sister, Helen, wife of Joseph Marcinko, Windber; sister-in-law, Helen Wojcicki, Cleveland; and numerous nieces and nephews. A 1944 graduate of Windber High School, where John lettered in football and basketball. He was a member of the undefeated 1942 and 1943 Rambler football teams. He also pitched for various independent baseball teams in the area. U.S. Army veteran of World War II, having served in the European Theater during the Battle of the Bulge, being wounded in action. After the war years, he played quarterback for the Johnstown Clippers semi-pro football league. Retired employee of Bethlehem Steel of Johnstown, Gautier Division, with over 30 years of service. A 1995 inductee of Windber Hall of Fame and member of the Windber American Legion and VFW. Woji was a lifelong supporter of Windber High School Athletics, especially football, basketball and baseball. He was an avid golfer and former member of the Windber Country Club. Member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Windber, where John was on the Cemetery committee and where funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, the Very Rev. Leonard E. Voytek, V.F. Committal, St. John Cantius Catholic Cemetery, Windber, with graveside military honors by Windber VFW. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the William Kisiel Funeral Home, Windber, where vigil for the deceased will be held. Today's Funerals
ALBRIGHT - Esther
ALBRIGHT - Esther, L., 64, Mineral Point, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">passed away Aug. 8, 2006, at the National Institute of Health, Bethesda, Md. She was born on May 23, 1942, in Johnstown, daughter of the late Glen Leidy and Virginia (Williams) Leidy, Benshoff Hill. In addition to her mother, she is survived by loving husband of 43 years, Daniel G., Mineral Point; daughter, Darla G., wife of Todd Sell, Ebensburg; sons, Daniel G., married
to the former Wendy Butler, and their children, David and Emily, Mundys Corner, and Dean L., married
to the former Sonya Williams, and their children, Colleen and Jacob, Vinco; brothers, Delford, married
to the former Carolyn Bombach, Ashland, Ohio, and Alan, married
to the former Beverly Rager, Ligonier; and several nieces and nephews. Also survived by brothers-in-law, William (Barbara) and Robert (Sally) Albright, and sister-in-law, Donna Hencel (Paul). Esther was a 1960 graduate of Central Cambria High School. She was a member of Singer Hill Grace Brethren Church, and served as financial secretary and pianist. She was a past Matron of Johnstown Chapter 183, Order of the Eastern Star. Esther was a kind and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend who will be missed by all, and will be remembered for her family dinners and spending time with her grandchildren. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and from 9 until time of service at 11 a.m. Saturday at The Baker-Harris Funeral Chapel, Conemaugh, with the Rev. Duane P. Blough officiating. Interment will be at Benshoff Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Singer Hill Grace Brethren Church, 2980 William Penn Ave., Johnstown, Pa. 15909, in memory of Esther.
BITTNER - Kim
BITTNER - Kim, 44, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died Aug. 7, 2006. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, August 12, at Calvary United Methodist Church. Interment will be in Richland Cemetery. A native of Somerset County, she was the daughter of Katherine Allison Miller, who survives. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Cora and Raymond Henderson, and her stepfather, Meade Miller. Survivors in addition to her mother are her sons, Justin Wissinger, Kernersville, N.C., and Brian Wissinger, and family, California; sister, Stacy Pulliam, and family; brother, Tracy Miller, all of Pennsylvania; aunts, Barbara Lucas, Rebecca Penrose, Belva Starkey and Sue Betz; uncle, Tim Henderson; and her special cousins, Rae Ann Betz and Nicholas Mihalik. Memorial contributions should be sent to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to Kim's family at www.Pierce-JeffersonFuneralService.com.
BUSH - Esther
BUSH - Esther L., 89, Benshoff Hill, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died Aug. 9, 2006, at Memorial Medical Center. Born March 22, 1917, in Johnstown, daughter of the late John and Emma (Crouse) Burnheimer. Preceded in death by husband, Paul M. Bush; brothers, Jacob, Harry and Arley Burnheimer; and sisters, Emma Rager and Vierma Slagle. Esther was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survived by these children: Gerald M. Bush, married
to the former Geraldine Drosky; Thair R. Bush, married
to the former Brenda Jean Johns; and Maxine L. Livella, all of Johnstown; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and sisters-in-law, Mabel Rose and Nora McDowell, both of Johnstown. Member of Pleasant Hill Church of the Brethren and Middle Taylor Volunteer Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary. Retired clerk for Glossers. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at William T. Hindman Funeral Home, Chandler Avenue. Service at 2 p.m. Friday at Pleasant Hill Church of the Brethren, the Rev. Phillip King. Interment, Benshoff Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial contributions to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, Attention Memorials 1232, 22nd St. Northwest, Washington, D.C. 20037. www.nof.org.
DIVINS - William
DIVINS - William Henry, 91, Naples, Fla., formerly of Youngstown, Ohio, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died Monday morning, Aug. 7, 2006, at his residence. Mr. Divins was born Feb. 1, 1915, in Curwensville, Pa., son of the late William H. and Jane Proud Divins. He was a coal miner in Pennsylvania, and then a water tender for Youngstown Sheet and Tube Co. Mr. Divins was a former member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Youngstown, and a member of the Shepherd of the Glades Church in Naples. The most important thing in his life was caring for his family and home. He leaves his wife, the former Mary Merzik; one son, Grant Lee Divins, Los Angeles, Calif.; two daughters, Ruth Divins-Walker, Naples, Mary Jane Brooks, Austintown; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Divins-Owens; three brothers, Edward Divins, Arthur "Tim" Divins and George "Shorty" Divins; and two sisters, Minnie Kohler and Annie Hannah. He will be sadly missed by family and friends and remembered for his sense of humor. Friends may call on Friday from noon until time of service at 1 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home, 4221 Market St., Youngstown. The family requests material tributes take the form of contributions to the Hospice of Naples, 1095 Whippoorwill Lane, Naples, Fla. 34105.
GLEASON - Louise
GLEASON - Louise A., 67, Johnstown, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died Aug. 5, 2006. Friends received Friday from 10 until 11 a.m. at John Henderson Co. Funeral Home, 215 Central Ave. Funeral Mass will follow at 11 a.m. at Visitation BVM Church.
HAMAN - Charles
HAMAN - Charles B. Jr., 71, Fulton Connor Towers, Johnstown, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died Aug. 7, 2006, at his residence. Born June 19, 1935, in St. Michael, son of the late Charles B. Sr. and Emma J. (Lohr) Haman. Preceded in death by wife, the former Virginia Cox, and brother, Dean. Survived by sons, Michael, married
to the former Maria Hernandez-Garcia, Woodbridge, Va.; Rickey, married
to the former Kelly Green, Colorado Springs, Colo.; and Daniel, Manassas, Va.; grandchildren, Stephanie, Heather, Andrea, Rickey Jr., Joshua and Victoria; and great-grandson, Andrew. Also survived by brother, Edward, Bay City, Mich., and sisters, Dorothy, Erie, and Lois Diehl, Duncansville. Charles was a U.S. Army veteran and was formerly employed at Harris-Boyer Bakery. He was the unofficial photographer for the Cambria Senior Activities Center and a member of the Retired Men's Club and the Church of God. He was an avid Steelers fan and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday and from 9 until the time of service at 11 a.m. Saturday at Picking-Treece-Bennett Mortuary Inc., downtown, 514 Somerset St., the Rev. William O. Trentini. Interment, Mount Hope Cemetery.
KINSEY - Asher
KINSEY - Asher James, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died Aug. 8, 2006. Born Aug. 7, 2006, at Memorial Medical Center, Main Campus, son of Leroy Miller and Laura Fulger, both of Johnstown. Preceded in death by great-grandmother, Sylvia Jean (Morgart) Miller. Survived by brother, Robert; sister, Naudica Marie Miller; maternal grandparents, Rick Chesebro and Jane Ammarman, both of Hagerstown, Md.; paternal grandparents, Ella Russell and Eddie Wagner, both of Johnstown; and adoptive parents, Scott Michael and Jessica Marie Kinsey, both of Hagerstown. Graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at Grandview Cemetery. The family is being assisted by Geisel Funeral Home, Dale.
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