Barbara Anne Lines, 69, of Curwensville died Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital.

Born Jan. 21, 1947 in Warren, she was the daughter of Wilma Broome. She was a homemaker.

Surviving is her husband, William B. Lines Sr., to whom she was wed Dec. 11, 1976. Also surviving is a son, William B. Lines Jr. at home.

She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant son, Leonard.

There will be no public visitation or services.  Burial will be in Russell, Pa.

Contributions may be made to the family in care of the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home 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.

Harold R. Greathouse, 90, of Reynoldsville died Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2016 at Christ the King Manor.

Born Nov. 20, 1925 in New Brighton, he was the son of the late Granville and Helen (Funkhouser) Greathouse.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps who served in World War II.

On Oct. 23, 1948, he married Elizabeth (Hoyt) Greathouse.  She preceded him in death on Dec. 24, 2013.

Mr. Greathouse retired as a foreman for Stackpole Carbon Company in St. Marys after 35 years of service.

He was a member of the Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in Hazen.  He enjoyed spending his winters in Florida and camping.  He loved to work around the outside of his home.

He is survived by two sons, Ronald Greathouse and his wife, Joyce of DuBois and Larry Greathouse and his wife, Beth of Kersey; two daughters, Linda Moore and her husband, Richard of Reynoldsville and Janice Pregmon and her husband, Thomas of Treasure Lake; 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by four brothers, Robert, Kenny, Harvey and Granville Greathouse.

Friends will be received from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Friday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.

A service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with Pastor Don Henderson officiating. Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to Christ the King Manor, 1100 W. Long Ave., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Christine “Tina” (Lazeration) Bendos, 89, of Hollidaysburg and formerly of Altoona, died Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2016 in Presbyterian Village, Hollidaysburg.

Born June 4, 1926 in Ginter, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Anna (Lashinsky) Lazeration.

She is survived by a sister, Ann Daniel of Houtzdale; a brother, John Lazeration of Ginter; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore Bendos; a son, Stephen Bendos; five sisters, Susan Wasilko, Katheryn Lazeration, Helen Bakosky, Mary Bendos and Madlyn Kechisen; and three brothers, Frank, George and Paul Lazeration.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Friday and from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Kruise-Spewock Funeral & Cremation Services Inc., Ramey.

A Panikhida Service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, Ramey, with Fr. Anthony Balistreri officiating. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Ramey.

Condolences may be made at www.kruise-spewock.com.

Obituary Notice: Wilferd Gene Ralston Sr. (Provided photo)

Wilferd Gene Ralston Sr., 78, of Myrtle Beach, SC and formerly of Parsonville, Houtzdale, died Monday, Feb. 22, 2016 at the Conway Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.

Born Oct. 4, 1937 in Parsonville, he was a son of the late Robert Guy and Dorothy (Stone) Ralston.

He had been a member of the Evangelical Baptist Church of Osceola Mills and currently the Beach Church in Myrtle Beach.

He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose, Lodge No. 1959, Myrtle Beach. He enjoyed watching NASCAR racing.

Mr. Ralston had worked as a mechanic for IBM in Dayton, NJ and later in Gainesville, Va., from which he retired.

He married the former Betsy Joan Foreman on May 26, 1956 at the Parsonville Assembly of God. She preceded him in death on Aug. 19, 2012.

In addition to his parent’s and wife, he was preceded in death by a brother, Thurman Ralston and two sisters, Carol Hardt and Darlene Vershack.

Mr. Ralston is survived by two daughters, Cindy L. Williams and her husband, Gary of Myrtle Beach, SC and Brenda A. Ratiner of Chambersburg; a son, Wilford “Willy” G. Ralston Jr. of Chambersburg; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Also surviving are five sisters, Millie Dean and her husband, Larry of New Cumberland, Lois Pullen of Florence, NJ, Bonnie Hartman and her husband, Dave of Osceola Mills, Arlene Vershack and her husband, Vic of Springdale and Loretta Krause and her husband, the Rev. W. Dean Krause of Philipsburg; three sisters-in-law, Sharon Foreman, Sandra Foreman and her husband, William and Marlene Ralston; a brother-in-law, Marty Vershack; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg, with the Rev. W. Dean Krause, brother-in-law of Mr. Ralston, officiating. Burial will be at Philipsburg Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Contributions in memory of Mr. Ralston may be made to the American Cancer Society, 26 S. Second St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

Family and friends may sign the guestbook and share memories at beezerheathfh.com.

Obituary Notice: Gene A. Peters (Provided photo)

Gene A. Peters, 47, of Osceola Mills died Monday, Feb. 22, 2016 at his home.

Born Oct. 11, 1968 in Philipsburg, he was the son of the late Glenn and Margaret (Alexander) Peters.

He married Darlene J. (Cowfer) Peters on Aug. 16, 2007 in Winburne. She survives at home.

Mr. Peters was of the Christian faith.  He worked at Lee Metals in Philipsburg and was a graduate of the Moshannon Valley High School.  He was an avid sports fan, especially of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Gerald and Roy Peters.

Including his wife, he is survived by two sons, Brennan Dickinson of Fallentimber and Jacob Estright of Pittsburgh and one daughter, Destiny Estright of Altoona.

He is survived by three sisters, Susan Muhaw of Chickamauga, Ga., Gay Lee Peters of Clearfield and Jolene Derosier of Greenville, NC and four brothers, David Peters and his wife, Judy of Coalport, Donald Peters and his wife, Peggy of Clearfield, Thomas Peters of Sabula and Jay Peters and his wife, Cindy of Lusby, Md.  He is also survived by his precious cat, “Steeler.”

The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, at the Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services, with the Rev. Scott Hartsock officiating.  Burial will be at the Umbria Cemetery in Osceola Mills.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday and from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

To Sign the online guestbook, go to: www.heathfuneral.com.

David M. Rodgers, 90, of Williamsport and formerly of Clearfield, died Monday, Feb. 22, 2016 at Williamsport Home.

Born April 20, 1925 in Clearfield, he was the son of John A. and Byrde O. (McGarvey) Rodgers.

Mr. Rodgers had served in the U.S. Army Air Corp. during World War II.

He retired from County National Bank as vice president of commercial lending after 36 years of service.

He and his wife, Cleo, were members of Trinity Methodist Church for more than 60 years.

He was a member of the Clearfield Elks Club, the American Legion and the National Rifle Association.

Mr. Rodgers enjoyed bowling, hunting, camping, golfing and visiting with friends.

He is survived by his wife, Cleo (Sipe) Rodgers, to whom he was married Dec. 27, 1947 at the Trinity United Methodist Church.

He is survived by three children, Jan Smith and her husband, Ray of Williamsport, Scott Rodgers and his wife, Cheryl of Greer, SC and Thomas Rodgers and his wife, Sharon of Hollidaysburg; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren.

Mr. Rodgers was preceded in death by his parents and his five siblings, Nan Barger, Jack Rodgers, Byrde Lansberry, Jim Rodgers and Bill Rodgers.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Trinity United Methodist Church with the Rev. Robert Stump officiating. Burial will be in Crown Crest Memorial Park.

Friends will be received from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Saturday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to either the Trinity United Methodist Church, 121 S. Second St., Clearfield, PA 16830, or to the American Parkinson Disease Association, 135 Parkinson Ave., Staten Island, NY 10305, Apdaparkinson.org.

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

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

V. Ruth DePonceau, 97, Treasure Lake, DuBois, died peacefully on Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016 at her home.

Born Dec. 5, 1918 in Weedville, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Millie (Bish) Bilodeau.

She was married to Garabaldi “Baldy” Fortunato.  He preceded her in death in December of 1968.  Later, she married Arthur DePonceau and he preceded her in death in September of 1998.

She was the oldest member, in both age and service, of the Parson-Marnatti American Legion Post 95 Ladies Auxiliary.

She was an avid golfer for many years.  She was a member of the Red Hat Society in Reynoldsville and the Ladies of the Lake.  She also loved to travel.

She is survived by her son, Anthony “Tony” Fortunato of DuBois and her daughter, Connie Beatty and her husband, Elmer of DuBois; three sisters, Alice DeSantis of DuBois, Grace Keech of Kersey and Mae Serianni of St. Marys; and a brother, Dolph Bilodeau of Kersey.

She was preceded in death by three sisters, Rachel, Twila “Happy” and Frances and three brothers, John Edward, Leo and Arthur “Bud.”

There will be no visitation.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday, March 19 at the Lakeview Lodge in Treasure Lake.

Burial is in Gardner Hill Cemetery.

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

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

Kathryn M. “Kathy” Hamm, 61, died Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016 at Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, after a lengthy, courageous battle with cancer.

She was born April 12, 1954 in Philipsburg, the daughter of the late Francis M. and Goldie (Mosley) Hamm Gardner.

She graduated in 1972 from Moshannon Valley High School and in 1974 from DuBois Business College with an Associate’s degree in higher accounting and business administration.

She retired in 2006 from the Department of Labor & Industry as the manager of the UC Tax Office in Clearfield.

Prior to becoming manager, she was a UC Tax Agent and a secretary for the UC office.

After retirement, she served as bookkeeper for the Houtzdale Borough, Houtzdale Moose Lodge, Madera Moose Lodge, Brisbin Borough Sewer Authority and the First United Methodist Church of Houtzdale.

She served the church in many capacities including secretary, treasurer and volunteered at the church many hours each week.  She was a member of the Administrative Board, choir, Women’s Group, Trustee and a volunteer cleaning person.

She enjoyed board games, crosswords, cards, reading, jigsaw puzzles, and spending time with children.  She believed time spent with a child was time well spent.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a niece, Melinda Hamm.

She is survived by five siblings, Francis “Joe” Hamm and Lewis (Judy) Hamm, both of Madera, Marya Reinbott and Tim (Dorothy) Hamm, both of Houtzdale, and Barbara L. (Ron) Bainey of Osceola Mills and seven nieces and nephews, Greg (Ann) Hamm, Bill (Jamie) Hamm, Jessie (Tammy) Hamm, Amy Bainey Yarrison, Anna Hamm, Bridget Hamm, and Timmy Hamm.

She is also survived by a special aunt, Monabelle Nevling, with whom she spent time walking in their younger days, and by a special friend of 45 years (mystery man).

She will be remembered for her wit and ability to come off with short sayings to make everyone laugh.  She always saw humor in most situations.

Family will receive friends from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday at Kruise-Spewock Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., Madera.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday in the First United Methodist Church of Houtzdale with Pastor Robert Ford officiating.  Private burial will be in Brisbin I.O.O.F. Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 500 Good St., Houtzdale, PA 16651. “However, there will be no one to deposit the money as that is something I did.” -Kathy

Condolences may be made at www.kruise-spewock.com.

David L. Hallock, 83, of Clearfield died Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2016 at the Ridgeview Elder Care and Rehabilitation Center in Curwensville.

He was born Nov. 28, 1932, a son of the late Clair ‘Pete’ and Leila R. (Mann) Hallock.

Mr. Hallock retired from UPS as an aircraft supervisor. Prior to that, he was employed by Capitol International Airways.

He served with the U.S. Air Force for eight years during the Korean War.

He was a member of the Mount Joy United Methodist Church, Clearfield.

He was also a member of the Clearfield American Legion John Lewis Shade Post No. 6, the Free and Accepted Masons Lodge No. 314, Clearfield and the Sam Davis Lodge No. 661, Smyrna, Tenn.

He is survived by four sisters, Dena Jeanne Murphy and Janet Carolyn Franklin, both of Baltimore, Md., Linda Leila Ninkovich of New Park and Shirley Mae Evans and her husband, Harold of Citrus Springs, Fla.; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at the Mount Joy United Methodist Church, Clearfield, at 11 a.m. Friday, March 4, with the Rev. Kenneth J. Leonard officiating.

Military honors will be accorded at the church by the members of the Clearfield Honor Guard.

The Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield, is in charge of the arrangements.

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

Elva E. Straw, 95, of Clearfield died Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016 at the Clearfield Penn Highlands Hospital.

Born April 8, 1920 in Berwinsdale, she was the daughter of Steward P. and Flavius V. (Bloom) Straw.

She served her country in the U.S. Army. She had been employed with the Pennsylvania Department of Agricultural as a clerk in the Farm Office. She also worked for Sylvania Electric in Reynoldsville.

She was Baptist by faith and enjoyed restoring antique cars as a hobby.

She is survived by her closest relative in her cousin, Anna Benedek of Clearfield, along with numerous other cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents and the last member of her generation.

At the request of Mrs. Straw, there will be no public visitation or services. Burial will be in the Old Zion Cemetery in Berwinsdale.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Penn Highlands Clearfield Hospice, P.O. Box 992 Clearfield, PA 16830, or to the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Activity Fund, 700 Leonard St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

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

Obituary Notice: C. Diane Neeper (Provided photo)

C. Diane Neeper, 65, of Curwensville died Friday, Feb. 26, 2016 at her residence after a lengthy illness.

Born Nov. 30, 1950 in Clearfield, she was the daughter of Edwin Harry and Ruth Chloe (Bell) Caldwell.

Mrs. Neeper had been employed as a pharmacy technician for Rite Aid Pharmacy and also was a homemaker. She was a member of the Community Baptist Church of Curwensville.

On Nov. 21, 1970 at the Oak Ridge Union Church, she wed Doylin Neeper. He survives along with her mother of Curwensville and three children, Darren Neeper and his significant other, Melissa Sloppy of Curwensville, Dana Neeper of Bellefonte and Danelle Saxe and her husband, Art of South Williamsport.

Also surviving are two grandchildren, Ryan and Alexa Saxe of South Williamsport; a sister, Pamela Guelich and her husband, Roger; and a brother, Terry Caldwell and his companion, Cindy Michael, both of Curwensville.

She was preceded in death by her father.

Funeral services for Mrs. Neeper will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Community Baptist Church, 11555 Curwensville-Tyrone Hwy., Curwensville, with the Rev. Todd T. Hogue officiating.  Burial will be in the Crown Crest Memorial Park Hyde.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and rom 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Monday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville and from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church.

The family suggests contributions be made to either the Community Baptist Church, 11555 Curwensville-Tyrone Hwy., Curwensville, PA 16833 or the Penn Highlands DuBois Hospice, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA 15801.

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.

Obituary Notice: Fred Ellsworth Barefield (Provided photo)

Fred Ellsworth Barefield, 69 of Brockway, died Friday, Feb. 26, 2016 at his residence.

Born Sept. 9, 1946 in DuBois, he was the son of the late Fred E. and Nellie Mae Shaffer Barefield.

On Aug. 2, 1969, he was married to Marilyn G. Fremer and she survives.

Retired, Mr. Barefield had been employed at Ross Mould as a mold maker.

He gave dedicated service to others in Jefferson County, Snyder Township and the Brockway Community as well as his previous service nationally to the AFGWU and the USW unions.

He served in the following capacity: member and president of the Local Union 71, USW; International Executive Board member for USW; negotiating member of the USW and Mold and Glass Container Industry; chairman of Board of Supervisors, Snyder Township; member of Jefferson County Planning Commission; chairman of Jefferson County Township Board of Supervisors; and member of COG. He also served on Joint Committee of Brockway Sewage Authority.

Mr. Barefield was a U.S. Army veteran and stationed at the Panama Canal during the Vietnam War. He was Protestant by faith. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially fishing with his grandchildren. He enjoyed camping and going for rides, whether on his four-wheeler or exploring the area in his truck.

He was an avid NASCAR fan and faithfully cheered for Dale Earnhardt Sr. and later Dale Earnhardt Jr. He was a Pittsburgh Steeler fan. He enjoyed being at all of the many activities his grandchildren were involved in.

It didn’t matter what it was, he never missed any of it. Spending time with his family is what mattered most to him. No matter how busy his life got, he never missed an opportunity to stop and smell the lilacs.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Kathleen D. Barefield Painter of Brockway and a son, Fred E. Barefield III, also of Brockway.

He is survived by two sisters, Ruth McConnell of New Port Richey, Fla., and Kathleen (Stu) Ropka of Ashland, Ala., and three brothers, Pastor Joseph (Janet) Catani of Jonestown, Patrick (Mary) Smeal of Camp Hill and Michael (Channary) Barefield of Portland, Ore.

Mr. Barefield is also survived by six grandchildren, Fred E. Barefield IV, Madison P. Barefield, Isaac L. Painter, Lewis R. Painter, Ashden N. Barefield and Makaela N. Barefield.

Along with his parents, he is also preceded in death by a brother, William L. Barefield.

Calling hours will be from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Monday, at the Carlson-Shugarts Funeral Home Inc. in Brockway.

A Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, at St. Tobias Church also in Brockway, with Msgr. Charles Kaza officiating, and Pastor Joseph Catani co-officiating.

Burial will be in St. Tobias Cemetery.

Full military honors will be accorded Tuesday at the church by Parson-Marnati Post No. 95 of the American Legion.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Hillman Cancer Center, 5115 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15232 or Hahne Cancer Center, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA. 15801.

Online condolences may be left at csfhinc.com.

Obituary Notice: James R. Hummel Sr. (Provided photo)

James R. Hummel Sr., 67, went to be with the Lord Friday, Feb. 26, 2016 at his home in Morrisdale.

He was born July 23, 1948 in Philipsburg, the son of the late Boyd Raymond and Isobel Young Beveridge.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ann M. (Pollock) Hummel, on Feb. 1, 2007. They were married Sept. 24, 1966 at Sts. Peter & Paul Roman Catholic Church, Philipsburg, and now are reunited again.

Surviving are his sons, James R. Hummel Jr. and his fiancée, Jennifer Alley of Winburne and Andrew J. Hummel of Morrisdale.

Surviving are his grandchildren, Brandon Hummel, Cassandra Alley and Briar A. Hummel and his step-grandchildren, Calysta Owens, CJ Owens and Jordan D. Balko.

Surviving are two brothers, Dennis R. Hummel Sr. and his wife, Nancy of Bigler and Jeffrey R. Hummel and his wife, Teresa of Morrisdale and his his loving and caring companion, Audrey Matsko of Morrisdale.  Also surviving, are many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.

Mr. Hummel was a member of the Sts. Peter & Paul Roman Catholic Church, Hawk Run, and the Holy Family Council No. 8701 Knights of Columbus, Morrisdale.

He was a decorated Vietnam veteran who had served proudly in the U.S. Marine Corps. He had retired from North Folk Southern, formerly Conrail, as an equipment operator.

He enjoyed life and his family to the fullest, going to camp every Saturday with his brothers, family and friends. He was an avid hunter and Harley Davidson rider.

Mr. Hummel’s one true love was going to his grandchildren’s’ ball games.

Family and friends will be received from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Sts. Peter & Paul Roman Catholic Church, Hawk Run, with Father Robert J. Horgas as celebrant

Burial will be in the church cemetery, Hawk Run. Military honors will be accorded at the church by Moshannon Valley Independent Honor Guard.

Family suggests memorial contributions be made to Penn Highlands Hospice Clearfield, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield, PA 16830 or Sts. Peter & Paul Roman Catholic Church, 22 St. Agnes Dr., Morrisdale, PA 16858.

Obituary Notice: Elmeda Marie Keith (Provided photo)

Elmeda Marie Keith, 79, of Fallentimber died Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016 in UPMC Altoona.

She was born in Altoona, the daughter of Clarence and Evelyn Edminson Frye.

She was a member of Glendal Assembly of God Church. She was a homemaker.

Surviving are a daughter, Carol Gray; a granddaughter, Chrystal Dickerson; a grandson, Cash Ronald Gray; a great-granddaughter, Madeline Dikcerson; a great-granddaughter, Cassidy Dickerson; a great-grandson, Braydon Gray; a great-grandson, Xander Gray; and a great-granddaughter, Emmalian Gray. Also surviving are a brother, Clarence “Wiss” and a sister, Althea Zupon

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Keith; her daughter, Sheryl Macapagal; and her brothers, Wayne, Melvin and Donald.

Friends will be received at the Lloyd-Dimmick Funeral Home Inc., Irvona.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. March 6 at the Lloyd-Dimmick Funeral Home Inc., with the Rev. Richard Maher officiating.

Burial will be in the Beaver Valley Cemetery, Flinton, at a later date.

Obituary Notice: Edward V. Hand (Provided photo)

Edward V. Hand, 69, of Clearfield died Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016 at Penn Highlands Clearfield Hospital.

He was born Feb. 3, 1947, a son of the late Harold and Margaret (Wisor) Hand.

Mr. Hand was employed as a truck driver. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and continued to serve with the National Guard.

He was a member of the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield, and the Third Ward Fire Co.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret A. (Bortot) Hand, to whom he was wed March 24, 1973 in Clearfield.

He is survived by three sons, Edward V. Hand Jr. and his wife, Christina of Surveyor, Brian Hand and his companion, Elizabeth of Curwensville and Jason Hand of Clearfield.

He is survived by six grandchildren, Don Jr., Jon, Tiara, Hunter, Kurtis and Nathen and two great-grandchildren.

Mr. Hand is also survived by three sisters and three brothers, Barbara Gillingham and Robert Hand, both of Clearfield, Sara Swanson of Bigler, Eileen ‘Emily’ Kelley of Erie, John Hand of Grampian and David Hand of Woodland; a sister-in-law, Mary Helen Hipps and her children, Christina and Thomas; a friend, Charles Albert Reasinger; and his faithful pet dog, Maggie Mae.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Caleb Matthew Hand; a sister, Mary Jane Gillingham; and a brother, Harold Hand.

A celebration of Ed’s life will be held at the convenience of the family.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Animal Welfare Council of the Alleghenies, 1380 Shawville Hwy., P.O. Box 97, Woodland, PA 16881.

The Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield, is in charge of the arrangements.

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

Norman E. “Gene” Conklin, 80, of Hudson, Philipsburg RD, died Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016 in Manville, NJ following a brief illness.

Born Feb. 28, 1935 at Philipsburg, he was a son of Norman and Catherine (Smiley) Conklin. He was a graduate of Philipsburg High School.

He was a member of the Philipsburg VFW Louis P. Jenkins Post 3450 and the Philipsburg AMVETS Post 159.

He last attended Abundant Life Fellowship. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Korean War.

Mr. Conklin retired as the sexton of Grace Lutheran Church, State College.

He is survived by his former wife, Jackie (Kephart) Conklin of Manville, NJ and two daughters, Tammy Conklin and Michelle Roach, both of Manville, NJ.

He is also survived by five grandchildren, Jamie, Jeremy, Justin, Heather and Alexis and five great-grandchildren with another on the way.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Robert W. Conklin.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, Philipsburg, with the Rev. William R. Fowler officiating.

Military honors will be conducted at the funeral home by the Moshannon Valley Independent Honor Guard. Burial will be in the Philipsburg Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. Saturday until the hour of service. He will be forever in our hearts.

Roseanna C. McLaughlin, 80, of Port Matilda died Monday, Feb. 29, 2016 at Penn Highlands Dubois Hospital.

Born Dec. 16, 1935 in Newburg, she was the daughter of the late Clair G. Holes and Elsie V. Rainey Holes Kephart.

Surviving is a companion of 28 years, Kenny Rea Stine, of Port Matilda. Also surviving are a son, Kenneth D. Duckett and his wife, Sibbie of Clearfield and step-children, Kenneth McLaughlin, Rose Stratton, Alfred McLaughlin, Amy Schnedoe and Melissa Decker.

Also surviving are two grandsons, Kenneth Duckett Jr. and his wife, Casey and Jesse Duckett and his wife, Nicole and eight step-grandchildren.

Also surviving are three great-grandchildren, Tiara Duckett, Gunner Duckett and Raelynn Duckett; a brother, Gene Holes; and two sisters-in-law, Mabel Holes and Connie Holes.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her step-father, Kermit Kephart; her ex-husbands, Kenneth G. Duckett and Kenneth McLaughlin; and her brothers, Robert and Richard Holes.

She was a graduate of the Clearfield High School. She held an insurance license and sold real estate at Treasure Lake, Dubois, and was also a notary. She retired from Target Sportswear, Hyde, after 20 years.

A public memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Curwensville Christian Church, Curwensville, with the Rev. George Cannon officiating. There will be no public visitation.

Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, is in charge of the arrangements.

Obituary Notice: Ann Stauffer Barger (Provided photo)

Ann Stauffer Barger, 90, of Clearfield died Thursday, March 3, 2016 at Penn Highlands Clearfield Hospital.

Mrs. Barger was born Aug. 19, 1925 in Clearfield, the daughter of Paul and Rebecca (Armstrong) Stauffer.

She retired at the age of 62 from Fullington Auto Bus Company as a bookkeeper.

Mrs. Barger was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church of Clearfield, where she belonged to the Friendship Class.

She was a member of NON and Bridge and Pinochle Club.

Mrs. Barger is survived by three children, Sherry Burfield and her husband, Steward of Olanta and Susan Kurtz and Peter Smith and Sandy Anderson and her husband, Joseph, all of Clearfield; four grandchildren, Julia Horn, Abigail Billotte, Joseph Edward Anderson and Elizabeth Ann Anderson; three great-grandchildren, Rachel Horn, Oliver Billotte and Lucy Billotte; two nieces; and three nephews.

She was the last member of her generation. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Edward R. Barger, who died Oct. 29, 1984 and to whom she was married April 6, 1944; a brother, Fredrick Stauffer; and three sisters, Alieen Morgan, Sarah Barnes and Janet Homan.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc. of Clearfield with the Rev. Robert Stump officiating. Burial will be at Crown Crest Memorial Park.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday and from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Trinity United Methodist Church, 121 S. Second St., Clearfield, PA 16830 or Penn Highlands Clearfield Hospice, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

Obituary Notice: Theresa L. Novak (Provided photo)

Theresa L. Novak, 94, Hawk Run died Thursday, March 3, 2016 at Windy Hill Village, Philipsburg.

She was born July 6, 1921, a daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Minarch) Novak.

She was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Hawk Run, where she was also a member of the church altar and rosary society.

She was a 1939 graduate of the Morris Township High School. She enjoyed sewing and flower gardening.

She had been employed as a seamstress with Charles Navasky and Company, Philipsburg until retiring.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by eight sisters, Mary Rusnak, Margaret and Betty Dobbo, Anne Troise, Martha Novak, Agnes Boyd and infants, Sophie and Anne Novak and four brothers, John, Andrew, Joseph and George Novak.

She is survived by a sister, Dorothy M. Colton of Kirkwood, NY and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Hawk Run, with the Rev. Robert J. Horgas as celebrant.

Burial will follow at Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery in Hawk Run.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday at the Beezer­ Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg.

The rosary will be recited at 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Family and friends may sign the guestbook and share memories at beezerheathfh.com.

Ann M. Carney, 91, of DuBois died Saturday, March 5, 2016 at Christ the King Manor.

Born April 15, 1924 in Kittanning, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Josephine (Novosat) Brosky.

She was married to Robert D. Carney Sr. for 65 years.  He preceded her in death on March 23, 2010.

Mrs. Carney was a homemaker.

She was a member of the St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, where she was a past member of the Altar Rosary Society and a Eucharistic minister.

She was also a group leader for Small Christian Communities and a member of the church choir. She coordinated a team from St. Catherine’s to work at the food pantry and was a catechist at St. Catherine’s for special needs children.

Mrs. Carney was also involved in Camp Confidence and Special Olympics.

She is survived by her children, Roberta A. “Robynn” Camuso and her husband, Stephen of DuBois, Renee D. Hill and her husband, R. Barry of Newport Richey, Fla., R. Scott Carney and his wife, Gina of York and Robert D.”RD” Carney Jr. of Reynoldsville; six grandchildren, Christian and MacKenzie Camuso, Ryleigh Ann and R. Bryce Hill and Michael and Matthew Carney; and a great-grandchild, Lorenzo Camuso.

She is survived by two brothers, Joseph and George Brosky, both of Brockway.

Mrs. Carney was preceded in death by three brothers, John, Robert and Frank Brosky.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Monday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home Inc. A scriptural wake service will be prayed at 4:30 p.m. Monday.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, at the St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant.

Burial will be in St. Catherine’s Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to Pentz Run Youth Services, 319 Daily St., DuBois, PA 15801.

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