DAVIS - Marilyn
DAVIS - Marilyn, 74, Alum Bank, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died Sunday, Aug. 1, 2004, at home. Born Nov. 2, 1929, in Queen, daughter of Robert E. and Mary (Knisely) Mills. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Harold Duane Davis, whom she married April 17, 1948; and son, David Thomas. Survived by children, Mary E. Davis, Bedford; Patricia E., married to Roger Fickes, New Bloomfield; Robert E. Davis, married to Donna (Roberts), Nassau, Bahamas; James D. Davis, married to Janice (Gohn), New Castle; Priscilla A., married to Steven Hauer, Pavia; Rebecca S., married to Gary Musselman, Alum Bank; Jenny L., married to Dennis Pyers, Carlisle; and Melissa J. Davis, Alum Bank; 17 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and sisters, Barbara Brown, Alum Bank, and Sarah Mills, Bedford, Texas. With her husband, she developed, owned and operated Hickory Grove Park in Alum Bank for 12 plus years. She made donations to various charity organizations and loved helping others. Our beloved mother and friend who touched the hearts of those who knew her. We are blessed and thankful to have had her in our lives. When her Lord and Savior called her home, we are comforted to know that she will never suffer again. Mother, we will be together again one day, along with our father and brother, in the presence of the Lord. Member of Queen Bible Truth Hall. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at J. Edward Blackburn Funeral Home, Pleasantville, where funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Joseph Helsel. Interment, Bedford County Memorial Park. If anyone desires, donations may be made to Windber Hospice in her memory.
DROST - Mr. Stephen Paul
DROST - Mr. Stephen Paul "Rocky," 65, of 700 N. Center St., Ebensburg, formerly of 2715 Fairway Drive, Altoona, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died Friday afternoon, July 30, 2004, at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, following an extended illness. He was Born March 3, 1939, in Altoona, son of the late Nicholas and Verline (Hunter) Drost. He was of the Catholic faith. Mr. Drost enjoyed printing, computers, the Internet, eagles and the American flag. He was a member of the National Rifle Association. Surviving are three daughters, Stephanee R. Drost, and her fiance, Bill Caddy, of Johnstown; Mandy L. Drost, and her boyfriend, Don, of Altoona; and Nichole A. Hollibaugh, and her husband, David, of Altoona; three grandchildren, Alexis M. Drost, Peyton L. Drost and David S. Drost; and a brother, Nicholas Drost of Altoona. Mr. Drost was preceded in death by a brother, Ted William Drost Jr. Private viewing and funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment in Carson Valley Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Rocky to Nichole Hollibaugh, 1815 15th Ave., Altoona, Pa. 16601.
FISCUS - Lynn Patricia
FISCUS - Lynn Patricia, Born July 28, 1952, in Johnstown, passed away July 31, 2004, in Carrollton, Texas. She was survived by her husband, Charles; daughter, Jayne; and brothers and sister, David, Susan and Darren. She was the daughter of William and Jane Hemminger of Johnstown. Lynn was employed for many years by The United Way, and most recently served as president of the United Way Foundation of Metropolitan Dallas and director of Planned Giving and Endowment. She received her B.A. in social work from the University of Pittsburgh and a M.A. in counseling psychology from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Member of the National Committee On Planned Giving, American Society for Training and Development, Leadership Texas, Class of 1993 and Leadership Texas Alumni Association. Opportunity to pay respects and share memories will be at the vigil service and Rosary at St. Rita's Catholic Church at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, August 3. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 4, at St. Rita's Catholic Church, followed by interment at Restland Memorial Park. Flowers may be sent to Restland Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to The United Way Foundation of Metropolitan Dallas, (214) 978-0000.
GILLIN - Kathleen A.
GILLIN - Kathleen A., 86, Richland, 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. 2, 2004, at Arbutus Park Manor. Born Feb. 28, 1918, in Johnstown, the daughter of the late Michael and Ethel (Witt) Fesko. Preceded in death by brother, Robert Fesko, and sisters, Betty and Helen Hoffman. Survived by loving husband of 67 years, Wilbur W.; daughters, Linda M., married to Dean A. Walker, and Betty J. Cox, both of Lancaster; grandchildren, Cindy, Cheryl and Brandon; great-grandchildren, Corie, Angie, Rob and Ryan; and great-great-grandchildren, Devon and Amber; and brother, William Fesko, married to the former Joanne Kleinmeyer, Lancaster. Kathleen was a member of Roxbury Church of the Brethren and the Geistown Senior Citizens. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Picking-Treece-Bennett Mortuary Inc., West Hills, 921 Menoher Blvd., where service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, the Rev. John Mains officiating. Interment, Grandview Cemetery.
GONGLOFF - Janet (Anderson)
GONGLOFF - Janet (Anderson), 69, Mineral Point, passed away Aug. 2, 2004, at Windber Hospice. Born Aug. 14, 1934, in Nettleton, Pa., daughter of the late Robert and Emma (Taylor) Anderson. Preceded in death by sisters, Emma Laverick, Violet Anderson, Florence Nicols, Pearl Isenberg, Peg Deist and Jean Saylor. Survived by husband of 52 years, John Gongloff; sons, Gary Gongloff, married to the former Kathy Jessell, and Terry Gongloff, married to the former Margie Wirfel; and grandchildren, Suzanne, Gary Craig, Mark and Kristi. Also survived by brothers and sisters, Robert "Chip" Anderson, married to the former Margaret Kostic; Irving "Chub" Anderson, married to the former Shirley Brown; Ann, married to the late Bob Gergely; Ron Anderson, married to the former Peggy Jo McDermott; Donna, married to David Eckenroth; Marcella, married to Don Kinter; Joyce, married to Harold Mitchell; and Sally, married to Bob Adams. Member of Holy Name Catholic Church, Ebensburg. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Askew-Houser Funeral Homes Inc., Ebensburg, where vigil prayer service will be held that evening. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Name Church, the Rev. Msgr. Arnold L. Gaus, celebrant. Entombment, Holy Name Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, donations in Janet's memory may be made to the American Breast Cancer Society or Windber Hospice.
GORGON - Grace Evelyn
GORGON - Grace Evelyn, 84, Windber, 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. 2, 2004, at Memorial Medical Center. Born March 1, 1920, in Windber, daughter of the late Samuel and Stella (Scalise) Gorgon. Also preceded in death by brothers, Peter and Samuel Jr., and sisters, Tresa Foy and Marie Gorgon. Sister of Stella Marie Gorgon and Robert "Bill," married to the former Doris Pomroy, both of Windber. Aunt to Joan, wife of Howard Albright, Alum Bank, and Patricia Gail, wife of Craig Mummert, Arkansas. Also seven grandnephews and three grandnieces. Grace was a longtime employee of former Penn Traffic Co., Johnstown. She also won the title of "Miss Johnstown" years ago. Member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, Windber. The family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until time of service at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Meek Funeral Home Inc., Windber. Committal, church Cemetery.
MILLER - Delores P.
MILLER - Delores P., 75, Dale, 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. 2, 2004, at the Loyalhanna Care Center, Latrobe. Born June 25, 1929, in Bedford County, daughter of the late James and Ruby (Anders) Tolley. Preceded in death by husband, Clark E.; grandson, Nathan Keiper; and brother, Robert. Survived by these children, Rebecca, wife of Ron Keiper, Johnstown; Margo, wife of Lloyd Sterner, Somerset; Holly, and special friend, Suzanne Pahach, New Florence; and Rodger, and wife, Diana, Johnstown. Also grandchildren, Aaron Keiper, and wife, Aimee; Joshua Keiper; and Jennifer and Jake Miller. Sister of Shirley Nock of Plattsburgh, N.Y. Member of Homestead Avenue United Methodist Church. Mrs. Miller was a devoted daughter, wife and mother and worked side-by-side with her partner and husband, Clark, in their trucking business for many years. There will be no viewing. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. Wednesday until the time of service at 2 p.m. in the Geisel-Devlin Memorial Chapel, the Rev. Kathy Hay presiding.
LAUFFER - Josephine
LAUFFER - Josephine, 83, Armagh, 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. 1, 2004, at Atrium Manor. Born Dec. 27, 1920, in Nanty Glo, the daughter of late John Ludwig and Fannie Marie (Isaacson) Oill. Also preceded in death by husband, Raymond C. Lauffer, 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 Nov. 12, 1998; son, Alan Lauffer; sister, Helen Korpinen; brothers, Lennart, Dan and infant brother, Don Oill. Survived by daughters, Sharon, wife of Steve Rowe, Princeton, W.Va., and Claire Ott, Hollsopple; grandchildren, Allison Rowe, Columbus, Ohio; Alan Rowe, Charleston, W.Va.; Celia Ott, and fiance, Dave McKulka, Pittsburgh; and Layla Ott, State College; brother, Oliver Oill, and wife, Shirley, Grove City; sisters-in-law, Colleen Lauffer, Akron, Ohio; Rita Oill, Bayville, N.Y.; and Kay Summerson, Mundys Corner; many loving nieces and nephews; and family in Finland. Member of Faith Lutheran Church, New Florence, and Lutheran Church Women's Association. A 1937 graduate of East Conemaugh High School. Former employee of Swank Hardware and Johnstown Water Co. Indiana County Republican committee person for over 42 years. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Richard C. Stuart Funeral Home, Armagh, where service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, the Rev. Scott Klimke. Interment, Grandview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Faith Lutheran Church, Jollyman Animal Sanctuary, Lee Regional Hospice or Atrium Manor.
LYTTLE - Mildred (Michaels)
LYTTLE - Mildred (Michaels), 79, Sebring, Fla., and Blairsville, formerly of Nanty Glo, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died July 31, 2004, at St. Andrews Village, Indiana. Born Sept. 24, 1924, in Clearfield, daughter of Paul and Mildred (Holt) Michaels. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Milford; and two brothers, Kenneth and Blair. Survived by children, Rita Mikulsky, and husband, Robert, Medina, Ohio, and Milford Jr., and wife, Betty, Commodore; beloved friend, Kenneth Hassenflug, Blairsville; six grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sister, Helen Lawler, Indiana, and Norma Jean Kepple, California; and brothers, Dennis, Indiana, and Paul, Ohio. Former member of the Nanty Glo Baptist Church. Worked for Cambria Dress. Memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at Bowser-Ondriezek Funeral Home, Nanty Glo, by the Rev. Reginald Bell, pastor emeritus at Nanty Glo Baptist Church, officiating. Interment to follow in the UB Cemetery, Belsano.
McCORMICK - William J.
McCORMICK - William J., 58, of Riverview, Fla., formerly of Ligonier and Everett, Cemetery-obituaries?utm_source=partner_genlookups&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=genlookups_July21_textlink&tr_ad_group=textlinks&tr_funnel=supersearch" target="_blank">died Friday, July 30, 2004, at his home. He was Born Oct. 29, 1945, in Bedford, a son of Elizabeth Wendall McCormick of Everett and the late Harry B. McCormick. Prior to his retirement, he had been employed as a control room operator for the Conemaugh Generating Plant in New Florence. Bill was a man of God who loved and served his Lord through the Tree of Life Church in Latrobe and First Assembly of Riverview in Florida. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 32 years, Cindy S. (Eller) McCormick; three daughters, Melanie (and her husband, Scott) Schlauder of Columbus, Ohio; Amanda (and her husband, Eric) Johnson of Riverview, Fla.; and Misty (and her husband, Roger) Terhorst of Mount Pleasant; three grandchildren, Marissa Johnson and Zachariah and Gavin Terhorst; three sisters, Carolyn Vanderhoff of Corry, Pa.; Jane Vaughn of Raleigh, N.C.; and Doris Duvall of Breezewood; and two brothers, Charles McCormick of Everett, and Robert McCormick of Manlius, N.Y. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the J. Paul McCracken Funeral Chapel Inc., 144 E. Main St., Ligonier, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, with the Rev. Paul Poole officiating. Interment will follow in Lebanon Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Operation Blessing, c/o CBN, 977 Centerville Turnpike, Virginia Beach, Va. 23463.
