ALLBAUGH - Jonathan Cecil "Gypsy"
ALLBAUGH - Jonathan Cecil "Gypsy," 86, of Jackson Township, passed away on June 16, 2004, at Rebekah Manor, Portage. He was Born Aug. 2, 1917, in Jackson Township, son of Jonathan and Annie E. (Rager) Allbaugh. Preceded in death by parents; brothers, Montel, Allison, Martin, Thomas, Emory and Stanton "Joe"; sisters, Clarissa Varner, Lettie Angus, Maude Catlett and Pearl Given. He is survived by his loving wife, Anna B. Wilkinson, Jackson Township; daughter, Deborah C., wife of Robert D. Burkey, Johnstown; son, Barry L., married to the former Christine Dernar, Avon, Ohio; grandchildren, Tara Burkey, and R. Troy Burkey, married to the former Angela Miller, all of Johnstown; Justin Allbaugh and special friend Rebecca of Sheffield Lake, Ohio; and Jacob Allbaugh of Avon, Ohio; and numerous nieces and nephews. Cecil retired in 1975 from Bethlehem Steel where he was employed for 32 years in the Open Hearth Department. He was a life member of the Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Company. Cecil will be remembered as a kind and loving husband, father and friend. There will be no public viewing. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Internment will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be directed to Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Company, 176 Adams Avenue, Mineral Point, Pa. 15942, in memory of Cecil. The family is being served by the Baker-Harris Funeral Chapel, Conemaugh.
BAVDEK - Major Frank O., U.S. Army, retired
BAVDEK - Major Frank O., U.S. Army, retired, 72, 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 June 17, 2004, at home. Born Aug. 24, 1931, in Johnstown, son of the late Frank and Mary (Tanzley) Bavdek. Also preceded in death by two sons, Steven and Allen Kilpatrick. Survived by loving wife, the former Marian Johnson, and these daughters: Maureen, wife of Omar Sanders, New Jersey; and Julie, wife of Lawrence Wagner, Johnstown; grandchildren, Cullene Compton, Kristen Buffone, Michael Allen Peach, Zachary and Allison Jones; William, Kyle and Christopher Sanders; also six great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Georgia Kilpatrick; and sister, Ruth Maticic, Krayn, Pa. Navy veteran of Korean War. Past commander of 485 Chemical Battalion Johnstown; 492 Military Intelligence Co., Greensburg; 130th Chemical Co., U.S. Army Reserve, Johnstown. Had 46 years in the U.S. military and Army Reserve. Member of SNPJ, Lodge 174; Reserve Officer's Association; and VFW. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Francis G. Ozog Funeral Home Inc., Broad Street. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Clement's Catholic Church at 10 a.m. Monday, the Rev. Robert M. Radasky and Col. Father Frank Ziemkiewicz. Committal, Benshoff Hill Cemetery. Graveside military service will be held by 464 Chemical Battalion, U.S. Army Reserve, Johnstown.
BOLDIN - Michael J. Jr.
BOLDIN - Michael J. Jr., 77, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died June 8, 2004, at his residence. He was the husband of Bernadine (Gigliotti) Boldin to whom he was married for 46 years. He was Born June 30, 1926, in Johnstown, son of the late Michael and Barbara (Bakoric) Boldin. Michael was a retired teacher for York City Schools and was also the former football coach for William Penn Senior High School from 1953-1970. He was a partner in the former Teachers Driving School. He was a member of St. Joseph Church in York. Former member of YCHS Athletic Association. A graduate of Johnstown Catholic High School and University of Pittsburgh, 1951, and a member of Pitt Rock Alumni Association. He was also a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and the Korean conflict. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, York, Pa. Burial was in Holy Saviour Cemetery with full military honors by York County Veterans Honor Guard. Michael also leaves three children: Ann M. wife of Andrew Casado of Clovis, Calif.; Suzanne B. wife of Anthony Falci of Dover; and Michael D. husband of Stephanie Boldin of Devon, Pa.; grandchildren: Michelle, Laura and Emily Casado, Jonathan and David Boldin, Peter, Michael, and Nicholas Falci; sisters: Mary Kosulinski of Frazer, Mich.; and Dolores Curcio of Johnstown. A brother Edward N. Boldin and sister, Josephine are deceased. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Camphill Special Schools, 1784 Fairview Road, Glenmoore, Pa. 19343, attn: Mike Beeler, in the name of Michael Boldin and his grandson Jonathan who attends their Beaver Run village for children with developmental disabilities.
BUKOVITZ - Andrew A.
BUKOVITZ - Andrew A., 66, of Colver, went to be with the Lord June 16, 2004, at Miners Medical Center. Born Sept. 14, 1937, in Colver, son of late Mickey and Betty (Getsy) Bukovitz. Preceded in death by sister, Delores J. Rito; brother, Michael J. Bukovitz; and sons-in-law, Randy Weimer and Scott Champion. Survived by wife, former Joan E. Lewis, to whom he was marriage 38 years; and children: Kimberly and husband, Michael Caggiano; and Andrea Weimer, both of Florida; Michael A. and wife, Belinda, Hawaii; James T. and wife. Myrna, New Mexico; and John A. Bukovitz, Colver; also seven grandchildren; sister, Catherine Rossi, Byrnedale; and brother, Robert T. Bukovitz, Ohio. Member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Colver. U.S. Air Force veteran. Retired from C&I; Railroad with 28 1/2 years of service. Member of IOOF, Knights of Columbus, Ebensburg Council #522, and the Colver Sportsmen's Club, where he loved shooting trap. At Andrew's request there will be no viewing. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Holy Family church, the Rev. Father Bernard F. Grega celebrant. Committal, Holy Family Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Andrew's memory may be made to his church. Arrangements by Askew-Houser Funeral Homes Inc., Ebensburg.
FERRANCE - Julia D.
FERRANCE - Julia D., 86, of Greenwich Road, Northern Cambria, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died June 17, 2004, at Miners Medical Center, Hastings. Born Nov. 15, 1917, on Barnesboro R.D.2, daughter of Andrew and Mary (Vesnovsky) Drotar. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Metro, in 1978; daughter, Yvonne; brothers, Mike, John, Joseph and Steve; and sisters, Mary Bobby, Helen Mondock and Ann Drotar. Survived by sons, Dr. Metro of Philipsburg; and Richard, married to former Sandra Gilbert, Northern Cambria; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a brother, Francis, Northern Cambria. Formerly employed at Phillip Jones Shirt Factory. Former member of St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church. Member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church and Legion of Mary. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Long-Contres Funeral Home Inc., Northern Cambria, where Altar & Rosary service will be held at 3 p.m. and vigil for the deceased will be also be held. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday at Prince of Peace Catholic Church. Committal, St. John Byzantine Cemetery. www.long-contresfuneralhomes.com
GUSTOVICH - Joseph
GUSTOVICH - Joseph, 89, of Dallas, Texas, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died Feb. 2, 2004, suddenly of a massive stroke. He was Born Jan. 31, 1915, in Cardale, near Uniontown, Pa., son of Spiro and Elizabeth (Hagan) Gustovich. Graduating from Geneva College, Beaver Falls, Pa., in 1938, he was a field athlete, tackle, and football team captain. Teammates include Dom Rosselli and John Belichick (father of N.E. Patriots head coach). Joe was voted into the top 100 Geneva players from 1890-1949. As a World War II USMC lieutenant, and later captain, he was twice wounded in Pacific Theater actions. He married Ethel Svaltek of Johnstown in 1949. They moved to Dallas in 1952 where he worked for Wurlitzer throughout the South. He is survived by son, Gus and wife, Julie, of Dallas; daughter Joette and husband, Gary Reger; grandchildren, Josef Reynolds; Lauren and Christina Nance, all of Beaumont, Texas; brother, George and wife, Josephine of near Youngstown, Ohio; and brother-in-law, Bill Svaltek of Johnstown. A graveside memorial and interment will be held at noon Saturday, June 19, at Grandview Cemetery (Section Central One, Lot 305) next to his wife who Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died in 2002. Moskal Funeral Home, West End, is in charge of arrangements.
HARTWIGER - Robert L.
HARTWIGER - Robert L., 81, of Bethlehem, went to be with his Lord June 15, 2004. He and his wife, Garnet (Halliwell) Hartwiger, celebrated their 62nd anniversary in March. Born in Johnstown, on July 5, 1922, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Cameron) Hartwiger and a 1939 graduate of Johnstown High School. Bob worked in the accounting department of Bethlehem Steel for 37 years, retiring in 1982. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and was a former deacon of Lehigh Valley Grace Brethren Church. Survivors are his wife, Garnet; daughters, N. Lorene Reese of Salix, widow of Glenn; and Rosalee R. Webster and husband, Rich, of Northampton; son, Robert G. "Bobby" and wife, Aimee, of Warsaw, Ind.; sister, Dorothy Wherry, widow of Wayne, of Johnstown; seven grandchildren, Jeffrey, Gretchen, Carol, Shane, Donna, Brittany and Abbey; and two great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Frieda C. Hartwiger, widow of Joseph Jr., of Bedford; and number of nieces and nephews. Bob was predeceased by daughter, Roberta Jacobe, and brother, Joseph V. Hartwiger. Services at 11 a.m. Friday in the Calvary Baptist Church, 111 Dewberry Ave., Bethlehem. Call from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the Long Funeral Home, 500 Linden St., Bethlehem, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday in the church. Graveside services will be held at noon Saturday in the Forest Lawn Cemetery, Johnstown. Memorials to the church, 18017.
HOCKENSMITH - Ronald Ray
HOCKENSMITH - Ronald Ray, 46, Connellsville, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died June 15, 2004, at home. Born Oct. 12, 1957, in Johnstown, son of C. Ray and Ethel (Hunt) Hockensmith. Preceded in death by father. Survived by mother, Menoher Heights; sisters, Margaret, married to Carl Kwadrat; and Donna, both of Reston, Va.; Jill H. Eash, Mechanicsburg; and Kathy, married to Dean Reynolds, Etters, Pa.; and niece, Kristen Eash, Mechanicsburg. Member of Westmont Church of the Brethren. Former member of York Symphony Choir and York Little Theater. Former employee of United Defense in York. Graduate of Westmont Hilltop High School and Penn State University, with a degree in engineering. Friends received from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. Saturday at John Henderson Co. Funeral Home, 215 Central Ave., the Revs. John B. Shaffer and Robert Rummel. Interment, Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Red Cross or Westmont Church of the Brethren Organ Fund.
JACOBY - Betty (Layton)
JACOBY - Betty (Layton), 81, 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 June 17, 2004, at Beverly Health Care, Richland. Born May 1, 1923, in Johnstown, daughter of the late Elmer and Mable (Hershberger) Layton. Preceded in death by first husband, Edward May; brothers, Wilbur, Merle, Alonza, and Elmer; sisters, Goldie and Norma Jean; niece, June Elaine Mardis; nephew, Elmer C. Mardis; and grandnephew, Ronald Dick. Survived by sons, Larry Layton of York, Pa., and Barry May of Johnstown. Sister of Florence Mardis. Also survived by grandsons, Paul, Larry Jr. and Adam; great-granddaughter, Ashley. She will also be greatly missed by numerous nieces and nephews. Member of First Christian Church, corner of Vine and Levergood streets; and Turners Hall for 15 years. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Geisel Funeral Home, Dale. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in the Geisel-Devlin Memorial Chapel, the Rev. Dr. James Devorick. Interment, Richland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Geisel Funeral Home, 734 Bedford St., Johnstown, Pa. 15902.
MILLS - Laura A. (Shaffer)
MILLS - Laura A. (Shaffer), 87, Tallmadge, Ohio, passed away June 9, 2004. Born in Rummel, Pa., she lived in the Akron area since 1935 and in Tallmadge, Ohio, since 1960. Laura retired in 1985 as a manager with Holiday Shoes. She enjoyed gardening, and volunteered with Good Neighbors, the Women's Auxiliary of Children's Home, United Fund, Akron Symphony and the Junior Federation of Women. She is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Robert R. and Sandra J. Mills of Clinton, Ohio; sister, Ethel Gallagher of Johnstown; brothers, Martin Shaffer of Lancaster; and Don Shaffer of Windber; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 12, 2004, at the Chapel at Fir Hill.
