Vaughn Lee Bachelier, 56, of Grampian died Thursday, April 11, 2013 at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center – Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh.

Born Nov. 8, 1956 in Clearfield, she was the daughter of Teddy Wriglesworth and Eileen Thorp Hoover.  She was a homemaker.

She enjoyed embroidery, NASCAR, fishing, canning, crossword and word puzzles, and all the sports her children and grandchildren participated in.  She loved her grandchildren and her dog, Roy.

On Nov. 20, 1982 in Grampian, she wed Richard A. Bachelier, who survives along with two children, TJ Holt Jr. and his wife, Jennifer Lynn and Sheila Smith and her husband, Robert Jr., both of Grampian; four grandchildren, Alex J. Holt, Noah W. Holt, Jenna Rae Smith and Amiya J. Smith; her father of Houtzdale; and her mother and her husband, Larry Hoover of Morrisdale.

She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville with Mr. Jim Thorp officiating.  Burial will follow in the Friends Cemetery, Grampian.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday and from 10 a.m. until the time of services Monday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of the Chester C. Chidboy Inc., 300 State St., Curwensville, PA 16833.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.chidboyfuneralhome.com.

The Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville is in charge of the arrangements.

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Obituary Notice: Idabell D. Campbell (Provided photo)

Idabell D. Campbell, 89, of DuBois and formerly of Highview Village died Friday, April 12, 2013 at the Christ the King Manor, DuBois. She was born Sept. 17, 1923 in Clearfield, a daughter of the late Leroy and Glenolen (Patterson) Fink.

A graduate of Clearfield High School, Mrs. Campbell retired from Sears after 23 years of service. During World War II, she worked five years for the entertainment division of the U.S. Government.

She was a member of the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield, and the Rosary and Altar Society of the church, a charter member of the Keystone Travel Trailer Club and the National Camper and Hiker Association. She was very active at Christ the King Manor and served as the secretary of the Residents Council.

She is survived by three daughters, Suzanne Rumfola and her husband, Charles Jr. of Clearfield and Connie Wetzel and her husband, Bill Sr. and Linda Curry and her husband, Lex Jr., all of Curwensville; six grandchildren, Ian Curry, Tenley Barrett, Sam Rumfola, Becky Schwartz and Bill and Bryan Wetzel; seven great-grandchildren, Alicen Schwartz, Sydney and Summer Rumfola, Mark Ifversen, Wyatt and Cole Wetzel, and Lexi Barrett; a sister, Jane Jacqueline ‘Jackie’ Fowler of Clearfield; and a sister-in-law, Margaret ‘Sis’ Bloom of Grampian.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edward E. Campbell on June 9, 2011 and whom she wed May 31, 1946 in Clearfield. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Floda Shirey and a brother, Robert Fink.

Mass of Christian burial will be said at 10 a.m. Monday at the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield, with Msgr. H. Desmond McGee, Jr. as celebrant. Burial will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Clearfield.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield. A Christian Vigil service will be held at 1:45 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Christ the King Manor, 1100 W. Long Ave., DuBois, PA 15801.

To sign the online guestbook, go to www.beardsleyfuneralhome.com.

Sam F. Prosper, 62 of DuBois died Friday, April 12, 2013.Born June 9, 1950 in St. Marys, he was the son of the late Anthony and Dorothy (Raffaele) Prosper.

On Sept. 18, 1971, he married Bea (Furman) Prosper.  She survives.

He worked at Ideal Products in Sykesville for many years, becoming the owner in 1999.

He was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church, where he was a member of the Holy Name Society.  He was also a member of the Sykesville Lions Club.

He is survived by a son, Jim Prosper and his wife, Carrie of DuBois; a daughter, Megan Prosper Shermer of Falls Creek; two brothers, John Prosper and his wife, Aloma and Tom Prosper, both of Emporium; a sister, Ann Prosper of Pittsburgh; and three grandchildren, Isaac Prosper and Lexi and Luke Shermer.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Friends will be from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Monday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church with Fr. Dan Kresinski as celebrant.

Burial will follow in St. Michael Cemetery.

Memorials may be placed to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Online condolences may be made to www.gbfuneralhome.com.

David Dixon Jr., 86, of Keewaydin died Saturday, April 13, 2013 at his residence. Born June 25, 1926 in Karthaus, he was the son of the late David M. and Lula M. Gross Dixon.

Mr. Dixon was a member of the Shepard of the Hills Lutheran Church, Karthaus. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served as a Sergeant World War II Combat Engineer.

He received the World War II Victory Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, Army Occupation Medal, the Philippines Liberation Ribbon and the Asiatic Pacific Theatre Ribbon with Bronze Arrowhead. He was a member of the Leigey-Renaud VFW Post #8386, Frenchville.

Mr. Dixon is survived by his loving companion, Carolyn Butler and a son, Barry L. Dixon and his wife, Kristine, all of Keewaydin, and his three grandchildren, Danielle, Janelle and Justine.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two infant sons, Donald and Robert; a daughter, Debra Dixon; a sister, Anna Mae Bradford; and a brother, Samuel Dixon. He was the last member of his generation.

A funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. Wednesday at the Shepard of the Hills Lutheran Church, Karthaus, with the Pastor Matthew Finney officiating. Burial will be in the Keewaydin Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 10 a.m. until the hour of services Wednesday at the church.

Military honors will be accorded at the church by the Leigey-Renaud VFW Post #8386.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Shepard of the Hills Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 65, Karthaus, PA 16845.

The Johnson Funeral Home of Grassflat is serving the family.

Rosemary P. Kweder McCloskey, 88, of Erie and formerly of DuBois died Thursday, April 11, 2013 in Erie. Born March 25, 1925 in DuBois, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Kiimos) Kweder.

She attended the St. Joseph’s Church School and belonged to the parish until she moved to Erie in 1957.  Since then she had been a member of the St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church.

She attended the DuBois Business College and retired in 1986 after 42 wonderful years working for a number of railroads, including B&O, Pennsylvania, Penn Central and Conrail in DuBois, Punxsutawney, Pittsburgh, Erie and Cleveland.  She was a member of the TLC Clerks.

Post-retirement, she had more free time to enjoy family visits to California and Virginia, nurture a poetic hobby, develop her skills as a piano player, revel in the productions at the Erie Playhouse and generously write letters to many of those with whom she became acquainted.

She is survived by three children, Francis S. McCloskey (Diane) of Highland Heights, OH, Mark H. McCloskey of Erie, and Christine Eacho (Louis) of Richmond, VA; four grandchildren, Stephen M. McCloskey of Euclid, OH, Cara L. McCloskey of Mentor, OH and Daniel L. Eacho and Rebecca A. Eacho, both of Richmond, VA.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter J. McCloskey.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church with Fr. Daniel Kresinski as celebrant.

Burial will be in St. Catherine Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions are made to the Erie Playhouse, 13 W. 10^th St., Erie, PA 16501.

Online condolences may be sent to www.gbfuneralhome.com.

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Obituary Notice: Daryl L. Guiher (Provided photo)

Daryl Lee Guiher, 63, of New Oxford, passed into God’s hands Sunday, April 14, 2013 at the Gettysburg Hospital. Born March 6, 1950 in Clearfield, he was the oldest son of Harvey Forrest and Fay Jessie (Knepp) Guiher.

He was a graduate of the Curwensville Area High School and an avid wrestler.  He was an honorably discharged U.S. Marine Corp veteran of the Vietnam War. He’d driven tractor-trailer for several companies in Pennsylvania for the past 30 years, and the hobby he enjoyed the most was collecting Lionel Trains.

Surviving is his wife, Catherine Marie Guiher; four sons, Brian Guiher and his wife, Jennifer, Randy Guiher and his wife, Hannah, Timothy Guiher and Harvey Guiher and wife Tonia.

Also surviving are two granddaughters, Andrea and Emma Guiher as well as two brothers and two sisters, Carl Guiher, Candace Shaw, Bruce Guiher and Marcia Wise.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Harvey “Skip” Guiher.

Funeral services for Mr. Guiher will be conducted at 12 p.m. Wednesday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville, with the Rev. Timothy W. Sadler and the Rev. Dr. Karen Minnich-Sadler co-officiating. Burial will be in the Friends Cemetery, Grampian.

Friends will be received from 10 a.m. until time of services Wednesday at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.chidboyfuneralhome.com.

The Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville is in charge of the arrangements.

Anthony “Tony” D. Georgino, 65, of DuBois and formerly of Tyler died Monday, April 15, 2013 at the DuBois Regional Medical Center. Born Feb. 25, 1948 in DuBois, he was the son of the late Patsy and Jennie (Guido) Georgino.

He graduated from DuBois Area High School and attended Kiski Prep and the Indiana University of Pennsylvania.  He was one of the former owners of Georgino Industrial Supply, where he worked all of his life.

He was a resident of Christ the King Personal Care Unit for the past five years, and was Catholic by faith. He was kind and well-loved person.  He enjoyed his family, sports, playing cards, and watching the cooking channel.

He is survived by three sisters, JoAnn Zartman and her husband, Les of DuBois, Christina Caruso of Penfield and Carmella Menke and her husband, William of Grants Pass, OR, his sisters-in-law, JoAnn Georgino of Penfield and Betty Georgino of St. Marys; 16 nieces and nephews, 20 great-nieces and nephews and five great-great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by brothers, Donald C. Georgino and his wife, Mary and Richard A. Georgino and Patsy F. Georgino; a niece, JoAnn Caliari and a brother-in-law, Rob Caruso.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Thursday at the Chapel at Christ the King Manor.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, at the Chapel at Christ the King Manor with Fr. John Chaplin as celebrant.

Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to Christ the King Manor, 1100 W. Long Ave., DuBois, PA 15801 and or DRMC Behavioral Health, P.O. Box 447, DuBois, PA 15801 and or the charity of the donor’s choice.

Online condolences may be sent to www.gbfuneralhome.com.

Ruth I. Ifversen, 85, of Grampian died Thursday, April 11, 2013 at Christ the King Manor, DuBois. She was born April 5, 1928, in Burnside, the daughter of Smith and Bertha (Bee) Chapman.

Mrs. Ifversen was a homemaker. She was Protestant by faith.

She’s survived by two sons, David Ifversen and his wife, Ruth of Wellington, NV and Mark Ifversen and his wife, Angie of Pittsburgh; a grandson, Mark Ifversen; and a sister, Betty Turner of South Carolina.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Irving W. “Bill” Ifversen, who died April 18, 1992; and 11 brothers and sisters.

Honoring Mrs. Ifversens’ wishes, there will no public visitation.

Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family with the Rev. John F. White officiating. Burial will be in the Burnside Cemetery.

The Bennett and Houser Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of the arrangements.

To send an online tribute, go to www.bennettandhouser.com or www.mem.com.

Thomas Lee Wrye, 43, of Philipsburg died Sunday, April 14, 2013 at his residence. He was the son of Robert L. Sr. and Sarah L. (Cowfer) Wrye, who survive of Philipsburg. He was born July 22, 1969.

Mr. Wrye was a member of the Philadelphia Society of the Lord’s New Church. He was an extremely talented artist, writer and musician.  He was also a computer enthusiast and an active gamer.

He was a member of the Philipsburg-Osceola Area High School class of 1987 and attended the Art Institute of Pittsburgh.

Mr. Wrye was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Dave and Mary (Lee) Cowfer and his paternal grandparents, Layne and Catherine (Booth) Wrye.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by three sisters, Beth Wrye Dunlap and her husband, Timothy and Mary Wrye Slogosky and her husband, Bob, all of Philipsburg and Sarah Wrye Pantall and her husband, Brad of State College; a brother, Robert L. Wrye Jr. and his wife, Pam of Madera; and 11 nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home in Philipsburg.  Burial will be at the Philipsburg Cemetery in Philipsburg.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Rowland Theatre Inc., 127 N. Front St., Philipsburg, PA 16866.

Friends may sign the guestbook at:  beezerheathfh.com.

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Obituary Notice: Willard F. ‘Woody’ Cutler (Provided photo)

After a lengthy, hard-fought illness and surrounded by his cherished family, Willard F. ‘Woody’ Cutler of Clearfield, entered his heavenly home Sunday, April 14, 2013 at the DuBois Regional Medical Center.

He was born Nov. 10, 1938 in Curwensville, a son of the late Robert and Lillian (Irwin) Cutler.

Mr. Cutler retired from the Wal-Mart Distribution Center and had previously been employed at Clearfield Equipment and Piper Aircraft. He enjoyed gardening and sports, especially baseball and was an avid wrestling fan. He also served as a Cub Scout leader for years.

He was affiliated with the Kerr Addition United Methodist Church, Clearfield.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia A. (Kinkead) Cutler, whom he wed Jan. 10, 1960; six children, Lauren Francisco and her husband, Michael and Michelle Anderson and her companion, Duane Pataky and Kelly Bietz and husband, Rob, all of Clearfield, Willard ‘Crash’ Cutler Jr. and his companion, Dana Jarrett of Houtzdale, Wade Cutler and his wife, Kelli of Duncannon and Megan Bergman and her husband, Kelley of Quincy, MI.

Also surviving are nine grandchildren, Joshua Francisco and his wife, Sarah, Jenna Francisco, Cameron and Cassidy Cutler, Alli Cutler, Preslie and Payten Bergman, Chase and Karli Bietz; a great-grandson, Nolan Francisco; and a brother, John Cutler of Clearfield.

Mr. Cutler had a special love for traveling with his family as will be missed by his dog, Munchkin, which was his long-time fury companion.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Burton, Robert, Howard and Samuel Cutler and two sisters, Jessie Cutler and Pauline Wilkerson.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Kevin A Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield, with the Rev. Mark S. Brower officiating. Burial will follow in the Hillcrest Cemetery, Clearfield.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesday and from 10 a.m. until the hour of services Thursday at the funeral home.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, 275 21^st St., Clearfield or to the Nathaniel D. Yingling, MD Cancer Center, c/o Terri Polachek, Clearfield Hospital, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield.

To sign the online guestbook, go to www.beardsleyfuneralhome.com.

Angelo D. Pasquariello, 90, of Clearfield died Sunday, April 14, 2013 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield. He was born April 17, 1922, a son of the late Frank and Lydia (Ganiello) Pasquariello.

Mr. Pasquariello retired in 1968 after being employed for 21 years as an electric appliance repairman for Kirsch Maytag Store. During the 1950’s, he managed the Clearfield Bowling Alley.

He was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield. He also belonged to the Clearfield Sons of Italy Lodge #189, the United Commercial Travelers and the Clearfield John Lewis Shade American Legion Post #6.

A veteran of World War II, Mr. Pasquariello served with the U. S. Army.

He is survived by his wife, Josephine (Toto) Pasquariello, whom he wed April 15, 1944 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield; three children, Linda Cryder and her husband, Jim of Pittsburgh, Edward Pasquariello of Clearfield and Rick D. Pasquariello and his wife, Cindy of State College; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Virginia Schiavi; a great-grandson; four sisters, Teresa Pasquariello, Edna McKinney, Viola P. Yacabucci and Margaret Marino and four brothers, Charles, David, Alfred and John Pasquariello.

A Mass of Christian burial will be said at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield. Burial will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Clearfield.

Military honors will be accorded at the cemetery by the members of the Clearfield American Legion and VFW Posts Honor Guard.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday and from 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the charity of one’s choice.

To sign the online guestbook, go to www.beardsleyfuneralhome.com.

Hattie Catherine (Bloom) Daugherty, 93, of the Philipsburg Towers and formerly of Irvona, died Monday, April 15, 2013 at her residence. She was born Oct. 9, 1919 in Irvona, a daughter of the late Jonathan and Martha Bloom.

She attended school at Irvona and served as a “nanny” in her early years for the Bratton family. She was a housekeeper for several families for many years.

She was a member of the Irvona United Methodist Church. She was a loving and caring mother and grandmother.

She is survived by two daughters, Joan (George) Knotts of Willoughby, OH and Doris (Ben) Amato of State College and a son, Chester Daugherty of Boalsburg.

Surviving are eight grandchildren, Adrian (Linda) Knotts, Brian (Kris) Knotts, John (Michele) Smeal, Rob Daugherty, Jeff (Dawn) Daugherty, Tim Daugherty, Mark (Sharon) Dougherty and Jim Daugherty.

Also surviving are two daughters-in-law, Pat and Mary; a niece, Candace (Tom) Kick; a granddaughter-in-law, Cheryl Knotts; 18 great-grandchildren; and six great great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, John Daugherty; a grandson, Robert Eugene Knotts; two sisters, Velma and Aletha; a brother-in-law, Paul Smith; and a son-in-law, Bob Sheriff.

A funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. Friday at the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, 228 N. Centre St., Philipsburg, with the Rev. Brenda K. Leigey officiating. Burial will be in Fruit Hill Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. until the hour of services Friday at the funeral home.

A celebration of life service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Philipsburg Towers, 300 N. Front St., Philipsburg, with the Rev. Richard L. Wilson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Home Nursing Agency, c/o Hospice, P.O. Box 352, Altoona, PA 16603 or to Trinity United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 465, Philipsburg, PA 16866.

Online condolences may be made at www.dahlgrenfuneralhome.com.

Edward Louis Tubo, 84 of Philipsburg died Sunday, April 14, 2013 at Clearfield Hospital, Clearfield. Born March 29, 1929 in rural Houtzdale, he was a son of James and Marie Saland Tubo.

He was a member of the Brisbin Church of God.

He severed with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the Houtzdale American Legion Freeberg Post #591, the former Houtzdale Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Gearhartville Sportsmen’s Club.

On July 2, 1963 in Winchester, VA, he married Catherine Mandel, who survives at home.

He is survived by a sister, Virginia Adams of Danville and a number of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, James and Glenn; and three sisters, Marie Anderson, Eleanor Madanna and Doris Frank.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., Houtzdale, with the Rev. Andrew Griffin officiating.

Burial will follow in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Brisbin, with military honors provided by the Houtzdale American Legion Honor Guard.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday and from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service Monday at the funeral home.

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Obituary Notice: Helen M. Carter (Provided photo)

Helen M. Carter, 95, of Clearfield died April 15, 2013 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born July 16, 1917 in Olean, NY, the daughter of Benjamin and Lillian (Hamilton) Gardner.

She was retired from the Clearfield Hospital as a cook. She was a member of the West Side United Methodist Church. She was a former Sunday school teacher and head teacher in the Kindergarten department. She had belonged to the United Methodist Woman and an afternoon Circle.

She was an earthly saint who was well-known for her generosity. She was a giver of herself and time and everyone loved her and was blessed to have been her friend.

She was a former member of the Clearfield Hospital Woman’s Auxiliary and Third Ward Hose Company Woman’s Auxiliary.

She’s survived by three children, Dolores Jordan and her husband, Bernard of

Woodland, Charles W. Carter and his fiancée, Carole Brown of Curwensville, and Lorna Simcox and her husband, George of Curwensville; nine grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and a number of great great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, David W. Carter, whom she married in May of 1939 and who died Nov. 6, 1981; one brother, Walter Gardner and three sisters, Dorothy Hamilton, Marjorie Morrison and Genevieve Collins.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Bennett and Houser

Funeral Home Inc., Clearfield, with the Rev Dr. Joleen A. Willis and Mrs. Carters granddaughter, Pastor Brenda Libreatori co-officiating. Burial will be in the Crown Crest Memorial Park.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday and from 10 a.m. until the hour of the services Friday at the funeral home.

The family suggest memorial contributions be made to West Side United Methodist Church, 317 Nichols St., Clearfield, PA 16830 or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

To send online tributes, go to www.bennettandhouser.com or www.mem.com.

Carol Kay Gunter, 66, of Fairview died Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at her residence. Born Jan. 5, 1947 in Sanborn, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Wava Yarger Lender.

Mrs. Gunter was a homemaker. She was a member of the Fairview United Methodist Church, Morrisdale.

She was married to Barry R. Gunter on Feb. 8, 1963 in Philipsburg. He survives in Fairview.

She’s survived by three daughters, Teresa Kay Gallaher and her husband, Douglas of Clearfield, Laura M. Nearhood and her husband, Terry of Lanse, Cynthia R. Pristash and her husband, Ron of Madera and one son, Gregory Steele Gunter of Okeechobee, FL.

Also surviving are nine grandchildren, Rachelle Coudriet, Robert Speigle, Ryan Gallaher, Candice Waters, Suzanne Gunter, Kelly Nearhood, Breanne Nearhood, Clay Nearhood and Annika Pristash; six great-grandchildren; three sisters, Delores Ralston of Sanborn, Janet Wardman of Satellite Beach, FL and Kathy Molta of Seattle, WA; and five brothers, Alton Lender of Clearfield, Albert Lee Lender of Morgan Run and Donald Lender, Gene Lender and Kenneth Lender, all of Sanborn.

In addition to her parents, she’s preceded in death by one son, Martin E. Gunter.

A funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. Saturday at the Fairview United Methodist Church, Morrisdale, with the Pastor Tina Hawkins officiating. Burial will be in the Fairview United Methodist Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday at the Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, and again from 11 a.m. until the time of services Saturday at the church.

Memorial contributions should be made to the Clearfield Hospital Hospice, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield, PA 16830.

Vivian C. Condon, 81, of Clearfield died Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born Jan. 3, 1932, the daughter of George and Jean (Schucker) Curtis.

She was a homemaker and loved to crochet for her family and friends. She was Methodist by faith.

She’s survived by seven children, Elizabeth Franek of Olanta; William Condon and his wife, Janet of Mineral Springs; Jacqueline McGhee and her husband, Samuel, Leland Condon and his wife, Sandee, Peggy Larson and her husband, David of and Christopher Condon, all of Clearfield; and Vivian Marie Johnson and her husband, Jim of Philipsburg.

Also surviving are 27 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, three great great-grandchildren and one sister, Carol Curtis of Las Vegas, NV.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William C. Condon, whom she married March 17, 1950 and who died July 8, 1983; a son, Ronald Condon in 1986; a daughter, Rheba Williams in 2011; two grandsons, Andy Johnson in 1979 and Erik Larson in 2002; two brothers, Alfred and Donald Curtis and a son-in-law, Steven Franek in 2013.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Bennett and Houser Funeral Home Inc. with Pastor George W. Solley officiating. Burial will in the Bradford Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday from 10 a.m. until the hour of the services Monday at the funeral home.

The family suggest contributions be made to the Bennett and Houser Funeral Home Inc., 312 E. Locust St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

To send an online tribute, go to www.bennettandhouser.com or www.mem.com.

Charles J. McKivison, 81, of Philipsburg died Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at the Mount Nittany Medical Center in State College.

He was the son of the late John Thomas and Lyda (Harshberger) McKivison, born April 25, 1931 in Port Matilda.  He married the former Anna Whiteman Bechtol, who preceded him in death Aug. 1, 1979.

Mr. McKivison was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean and Vietnam wars.  He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5020 in Osceola Mills; the American Legion Post 536 of Port Matilda; the AMVETS Post 159 and the B.P.O. Elks # 1173, both of Philipsburg.

Mr. McKivison was a retired tech sergeant with the U.S. Air Force and had also been employed with HRB Singer of State College as a security guard until retiring in 1986.  He was a 1948 graduate of the Worth Township High School in Port Matilda.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Arthur Kelly.

He is survived by two step-daughters, June Maney and Kaye Fetters, both of Port Matilda; a step-son, Steven Bechtol of Port Matilda; a sister, Janet Kelly of Port Matilda; two brothers, James McKivison and Thomas McKivison, both of State College; six step-grandchildren and four step-great-grandchildren. He’s also survived by his very close friend, Laverne Fetcenko of Philipsburg and by three nieces and three nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, 719 E. Spruce St., Philipsburg, PA.  Burial will be at the Black Oak Cemetery in Port Matilda.

Military honors will be accorded at the funeral home by members of the Osceola Mills Honor Guard.

Friends may sign the guestbook at: beezerheathfh.com.

John T. Spryszak, 62, of Falls Creek died Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at his home.

Born June 14, 1950 in DuBois, he was the son of the late John V. Spryszak and Connie A. (Marks) Spryszak.  His mother survives and lives in Falls Creek.

On March 4, 2000, he married Linda J. Zuccolotto Spryszak.  She survives.

He was a coal truck driver and a heavy equipment operator in the area for many years.

He attended Smithtown Community Church and loved to hunt, fish and size bullets.  He was a member of the Falls Creek Eagles, the Polish Citizens Club, The Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Olympic Athletic Club.

He is survived by a step-son, Anthony Zuccolotto and his wife, Bobbi Jo of Sykesville, a step-daughter, Dana M. Zuccolotto and her fiancé, Dan Vance of DuBois and two grandchildren, Anthony and Alexys.

There will be no public visitation and a funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family.

Memorials may be placed to the charity of the donor’s choice.

The Goble-Baronick Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be made to www.gbfuneralhome.com.

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Obituary Notice: Marie Elizabeth “Mary” (Matastasio) Delfosse (Provided photo)

Marie Elizabeth “Mary” (Matastasio) Delfosse, 88, formerly of Smithmill, died Thursday, April 18, 2013 at the home of her daughter, Marie Fleming’s in Fallentimber.

Born July 10, 1924 in Altoona, she was the daughter of the late Pietro and Maria (Daversa) Matastasio.  She was Catholic by faith.

She was a charter and lifetime member of the Stephen Kandrach VFW Post 6321 Ladies Auxiliary, Smithmill until she transferred to the Richard L. Beers VFW Post 7043 Ladies Auxiliary.  She loved her flowers and watching hummingbirds.

On Dec. 1, 1945 in Baltimore, MD, she wed John “Jack” Delfosse, who preceded her in death May 9, 1992.

She’s survived by six daughters and a son, Joanne Fitzhugh and her husband, Bruce; Barbara Davidson and her husband, Denny; Jackie Freeman and her husband, Roy; Cheryl Best and her husband Jeff; and Michael Delfosse and his wife, Marsha, all of Coalport; Michelle Delfosse of Irvona; and Marie Fleming, who was also her caregiver in her later years, and her husband, Ken of Fallentimber; 14 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and one great great-grandson.

She’s also survived by a daughter-in-law, Linda Delfosse of Ashville; numerous nieces and nephews; and her extended family, George and Cindy Dick and family of Irvona.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son, John B. Delfosse; a great-grandson, Shane Wong; a sister, Sarah J. Baum; and four brothers, John, Dominic, Pietro and Ronald Matastasio.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Monday at the Kruise Funeral Home Inc., Ramey. The Richard L. Beers VFW Post 7043 Ladies Auxiliary will hold a memorial service at 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Kruise Funeral Home Inc., Ramey, with the Rev. Paul Fields officiating. Burial will follow in Allemansville Cemetery.

Condolences may be sent to: condolences@kruisefuneralhome.com.

George Warholak, 84, of Clearfield died Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center – Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh.

He was born July 1, 1928 in Madera, a son of the late Michael and Mary (Belis) Warholak.

Mr. Warholak was employed at Piper Aircraft for 13 years and also was a member of Local Union 910, working in the construction business. He was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield.

He served with the U. S. Army during the Korean War.

He is survived by three children, Ann Marie Warholak and Patricia Warholak, both of Clearfield and Debra Kollar and her husband, John of Rossiter; four grandchildren, Jodalynn, Jesta, Christina and James; and a great-granddaughter, Serenity.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy J. (Krupar) Warholak on Nov. 4, 1988 and whom he wed Aug. 29, 1969 in Ramey; two sons, Thomas and George Warholak; four sisters, Catherine Werner, Anna Warholak, Suzanne Warholak and Evelyn Urban: and three brothers, Michael, Peter and John Warholak.

A Mass of Christian burial will be said 10 a.m. Saturday at the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield, with Father Brandon Kleckner as celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Ukranian Catholic Cemetery, Ramey.

Military honors will be accorded at the cemetery by the members of the Clearfield American Legion and VFW Post Honor Guard.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home.

A Christian Vigil service will be held at 4:45 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to St. Francis Catholic Church or St. Francis Educational Endowment Fund, 212 S. Front St., Clearfield.

To sign the online guestbook, go to www.beardsleyfuneralhome.com.