Roland Raymond Marien, 91, of Brookpark Ohio and formerly of Houtzdale, died Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at Burton Health Care Center in Burton, Ohio.

Born Nov. 20, 1924 in Houtzdale, he was the son of Raymond and Barbara (Ferlitch) Marien.

Mr. Marien was a graduate of Pennsylvania College of Technology, Williamsport. He was employed at Helex in Bedford Heights, Ohio until his retirement.

He served with the U.S. Navy during World War II.

On March 4, 1946 in Hagerstown Md., he married Emily Louise Friberg, who preceded him in death on Aug. 2, 2008

He is survived by three daughters, Karen Booth of Parma, Ohio, Barbara Marien of Parma Heights, Ohio and Sandra Marien of Chardon, Ohio; six grandchildren, Todd Booth, Kelly Ann Booth, Nathaniel Wenzel, Stephanie Braford, Rachel Istenes, Christopher Marien; four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

Also surviving are two sisters, Ruth Jones of Smokerun and Doris Phillips of Niagara Falls, NY.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, a brother, Oliver Ross Marien and a sister, Lois Schrock.

Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., Houtzdale, with Pastor Andrew Griffith officiating.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made to Honor Flight Cleveland Inc., 724 Coralberry Ln., Madison OH. 44057.

Online condolences can be made to the family at www.birgerafreebergfuneralhome.com.

Obituary Notice: Gordon William ‘Gordie’ Kerin (Provided photo)

Gordon William ‘Gordie’ Kerin, 72, of Clearfield died Thursday, March 31, 2016 at the UPMC Montefiore, Pittsburgh.

He was born July 6, 1943 in Clearfield, a son of the late John F. ‘Baldy’ and Faye N. (Peters) Kerin.

Mr. Kerin graduated from the Clearfield High School in 1965. After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served in Vietnam aboard the USS Bon Homme Richard.

Before his illness, he was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping.

He had a great sense of humor, always had a story or joke to tell and you never left him without a smile on your face.

Mr. Kerin is survived by his wife, Dorothy (Petriskie) Kerin of Clearfield and two brothers and a sister, Jack Kerin and his wife, Jackie of California, Joseph ‘Jody’ Kerin and his wife, Janet of Curwensville and Colleen ‘Mickie’ Kerin Bender.

He is survived by a son, James Kerin of Hyde; two daughters, Robin Desmett and her husband, Mike of Woodland and Windy Heitsenrether and her husband, Ryan of Curwensville; and two step-daughters, Regina Billotte and her husband, Dennis of Frenchville and Allica Hutton and her husband, Ray of West Decatur.

He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Ryan, Devan and Cheyenne Kerin, Casey Derrick, Maci and Broc Heitsenrether and Brandon Desmett; four step-grandchildren, Tasha Gagnon and her partner, Michael Rose, Choneene and Jarrett Lancaste and Cheyenne Hutton; six great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Raymond ‘Bill’ Burton Kerin and his nephew, Christopher Kerin.

A private memorial service will be held at the family’s convenience.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, 113 N. Third St., Clearfield.

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

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

William T. Tuma, 82, of Monaca, founder of Tuma Lawn Service and Landscaping, died Wednesday, March 30, 2016, at Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver.

Born Nov. 25, 1933, he was the last surviving child of Andrew Sr. and Mary (Baxa) Tuma. An industrious individual with a strong work ethic, he started his business in 1956, cutting 10 lawns in Beaver, while working as an enameler at Rheem Manufacturing in Monaca.

As his business grew, he left Rheem to devote his energy full-time to become the area’s largest lawn service provider.  Nurtured by his devotion, several employees have been with the company for more than 35 years.

Anyone who knew Mr. Tuma understood that his true passion was hunting.  From the time he was young, he hunted and fished.  At one point, he was ranked second in the state in amateur archery.

He started hunting rabbits, then deer and later hunting bigger game, such as bear, moose, elk and mountain lions. He went on numerous hunting expeditions throughout the United States and Canada, hunting from before sunrise to dusk.

On weekends, you could usually find him at his camp in Clearfield County.  He instilled his love of hunting to his sons and loved to be outdoors whenever he could. A master storyteller, he could keep a person’s interest for hours.  His motto was, “Any day that you spend outdoors, is a day of your life that you didn’t waste.”

He leaves his wife, Linda K. (Jenkins) Tuma; two sons, Randy Tuma and his wife, Marie of Monaca and Jeff Tuma and his wife, Terri of Bellevue; two step-children, Jim Hutzel and Jody Cipolla and her husband, Rich; six grandchildren, Wade and his fiancée, Bree Ann Frederick, Brandon, Ian, Kaylyn, Hayleigh and Dylan; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Tuma was preceded in death by his first wife, Helen (Mottes) Tuma, in 1991; two brothers, Andrew Tuma Sr. and Edward Tuma; and two sisters, Harriet Thomas and Elsie Tuma, on March 11, 2016.

Friends are welcome to gather from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday, at the Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Ave., Monaca, to reminisce and share stories of Mr. Tuma.

Full military honors will be provided by the Beaver County Special Unit at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home in honor of his military service in the U.S. Army while he was stationed in Germany.

To share online condolences, get directions and other information, please visit simpsonfuneralhome.com.

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Obituary Notice: Arthur T. Winters Jr. (Provided photo)

Arthur Thomas “Pap” Winters Jr., 92, of Curwensville died Saturday, April 2, 2016 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital.

Born June 12, 1923 in Curwensville, he was the son of Arthur and Violet (Craddock) Winters.

Mr. Winters had been a bus driver. He had also worked as a mechanic for Soult Wholesale in Clearfield. Mr. Winters loved woodworking in his retirement years, and he was a devoted father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

On Jan. 20, 1949, he wed the former Helen Uncles, who preceded him in death on Dec. 10, 2008.  He was also preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Don Winters; and a sister, Joy Rickard.

Surviving are three daughters, Jody Winters, Kathy Condon and Vaughn Coombs. Also surviving are four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Twila Briskar and Lilly Tornator.

Funeral services for Mr. Winters will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville with Pastor Richard Steuernagle officiating. Burial will be in the Bradford Cemetery in Woodland.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Monday and from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

The family suggests contributions be made to the Orphans of the Storm, c/o Mrs. Peggy Sass, 412 Hill 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.

Shirley Jean Litz, 79, of Clearfield died Friday April 1, 2016 at Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Clearfield.

Born Nov. 19, 1936 in Sanborn, she was the daughter of Irvin Nathaniel and Vera Eleanor (Yarger) Litz.

Surviving are a sister, Joyce Irene Baker of Sanborn and a brother, Bradley Irvin Litz of Clearfield.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

There will be no public visitation or services.  Burial will be in the Sanborn Cemetery, Sanborn.

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.

Thomas Paul Evans, 60, of Clearfield died Friday, April 1, 2016 at Ridgeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Curwensville after a lengthy illness.

Born Jan. 14, 1956, he was the son of Gail and Annabell (Hansen) Evans.

Mr. Evans had been employed as a machinist for Harbison and Walker Refractories in Clearfield. He was United Methodist by Faith.

Surviving are his mother of Clearfield; three children, Aaron Evans and his wife, Arika and Paul Evans and his wife, Peggy, both of Clearfield, and Carolyn Merling of Washington State.

Also surviving are eight grandchildren and two brothers, Greg Evans of Clearfield and Roy Evans and his wife, Denise of Texas.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Memorial services for Mr. Evans will be held at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Trinity United Methodist Church, Clearfield, with Pastor Robert Stump officiating.

The family suggests contributions be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

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.

Edward Clair Hampton, 66, of Ebensburg died Monday, April 4, 2016 at the Cambria Care Center, Ebensburg.

Born Dec. 1, 1949 in Philipsburg, he was the son of the late Lloyd Clair and Dora May Powell Hampton.

Mr. Hampton is survived by a sister, Catherine J. Rockey and her husband, Gary of Manchester, Pa., and Thomas R. Hampton and his wife, Pamela of Morrisdale and five nieces.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, James Hampton.

Funeral services will be private with the Pastor Matt Mitchell officiating. Burial will be in the Messiah Baptist Cemetery, Kylertown.

There will not be any public visitation.

Memorials may be made to the Kylertown Senior Citizen Center, 70 Senior Dr., Kylertown, PA 16847.

The Strange & Weaver Funeral Home of Morrisdale is serving the family.

The Rev. Erma M. Conrad, 91, of West Decatur died peacefully Sunday, April 3, 2016 at Windy Hill Village, Philipsburg.

Born April 15, 1924 in Philipsburg, she was a daughter of the late Isaac and Mabel (Johns) Conrad.

She graduated from Philipsburg High School in 1941, Hammond Beauty School in 1942, Penn State University in 1978, and the Methodist Seminary.

She retired as a Methodist minister, having served at the Woodland, West Decatur and Spring Valley United Methodist charges.

She is survived by a daughter, Connie Irvin and her husband, Terry of Philipsburg; a son, Jeffrey Shaw and his wife, Patty of Philipsburg; seven grandchildren, Kris Vancas, Kelly Hazelton, Heather Klinger, Roxanne Shaw, Clay Shaw, Paige Shaw and Crystal Martin; and 16 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Samuel Conrad and a grandson, Matthew Vancas.

It was her wish for her body to be donated to the Humanity Gifts Registry in Philadelphia. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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

Arrangements are under the direction of the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, 228 N. Centre St., Philipsburg, PA 16866.

Virginia A. Hyatt, 91, of Curwensville and formerly of Clear Run, died Monday, April 4, 2016 at Ridgeview Elder Care in Curwensville.

Born Dec. 30, 1924 in Sandy Township, she was the daughter of the late William Kenneth Hyatt and Florence Margaret (Heberling) Hyatt.

She was a twin.  Her sister, Vivian preceded her in death on June 5, 2014.

She graduated from Sandy Township High School.  She worked for Rola Jensen and at Turner’s Five and Ten.  She lived most of her life in Clear Run with her two sisters, Viv and Dorie.

She was a member of the Lakeside United Methodist Church.  She often spoke fondly of memories of the Hyatt Farm and helping her mom and dad. She loved flowers, gardening, crocheting, knitting and being with her sisters.

She is survived by two sisters, Doris (Dorie) Hyatt of DuBois and Phyllis Pierce of Erie; a niece, Nancy Baker and her husband, Neil of West Columbia, SC; and a nephew, Charles Pierce and his wife, Cheryl of Erie.

There will be no visitation.

A committal service will be held at 12 p.m. Tuesday, April 12 at the Chapel at Morningside Cemetery.

A memorial service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family at the Lakeside United Methodist Church.

Memorials may be sent to Lakeside United Methodist Church, 420 First St., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Perry A. Fetcenko (Provided photo)

Perry A. Fetcenko, 53, of West Decatur died peacefully surrounded by his loving wife, mother and children Monday, April 4, 2016 at the Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

He was born Sept. 23, 1962, a son of Frances (Leone) Fetcenko with whom he lived and the late John Fetcenko.

Mr. Fetcenko was a master mechanic and had first been employed by Ken Long Motors and then Fred Diehl Motors.

He enjoyed life and was always the comedian. In his spare time, he would fish, garden and tinker with anything he could take apart.

He cherished the time he spent camping with his son and riding the four-wheeler to the creek. He loved his dog, Precious, but more than anything, he deeply loved his grandchildren.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Jeanne (Stone) Fetcenko, to whom he was married June 26, 1982 in Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Philipsburg.

He is survived by two children, Andrew Fetcenko and his wife, Brianna of West Decatur and Amanda Kelly and her husband, Shane of Osceola Mills; three grandchildren, Riley Fetcenko, Ryen Fetcenko and Colton Kelly; and an aunt who helped raise him, Mildred Fetcenko of West Decatur.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, John Fetcenko Sr. and Marion Fetcenko.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield. Burial will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Clearfield.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday and from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 400 S. Fourth St., Philipsburg.

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

Mary E. Spillia, 87, of Snow Shoe died Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at Windy Hill Village of Presbyterian Homes, Philipsburg.

Born Jan. 9, 1929 in Clarence, she was the daughter of the late Cornellius and Mary Elizabeth Toath Bestamen.

Mrs. Spillia was a member of the Queen of Arch Angel Catholic Church, Snow Shoe. She was a homemaker.

She was married to Joseph John Spillia. He preceded her in death.

She is survived by two sons, Joseph Spillia and his wife, Norma of Drifting and Larry Spillia and his wife, Beverly of Snow Shoe.

She is also survived by a grandson, Jason Spillia of Snow Shoe and great-grandchildren, Jacob, Kylie, Elizabeth and Emma.

Mrs. Spillia was the last member of her generation. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by a grandson, Joseph Spillia Jr., two sisters and a brother.

There will not be any public visitation. Funeral services will be at the convenience of the family.

Burial will be in the Askey Cemetery, Moshannon.

The Johnson Funeral Home of Grassflat is serving the family.

Esther “Chup” Henneman, 83, formerly of Stump Creek, died Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at McKinley Health Care at Laurelbrooke Landing in Brookville.

Born May 9, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Chester and Zula “Grace” Scadden Henneman.

She retired from Owens Illinois in Brookville after many years of service. She enjoyed cross-stitching and baking.

She is survived by a sister, Della Roush of Anderson, Ind., and a sister-in-law, Joyce Henneman of Punxsutawney.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Miles and Chester Henneman and a sister, Anna Lou Goughler.

Friends will be received from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Saturday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home Inc.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with Pastor John Miller officiating.

Burial will follow in Desire Cemetery, Jefferson County.

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

Margaret Grenier, 100, of DuBois and formerly of Alden, NY died Thursday, April 7, 2016 at Christ the King Manor.

Born Aug. 11, 1915 in Lockport, NY, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Mary (Davis) Kerpatrick.

Mrs. Grenier was a homemaker and worked as a seamstress.  She also worked in the Public Library System in New York.  She was Protestant by faith and loved to sew and garden.

She married Leo H. Grenier, who preceded her in death in 1976.

Mrs. Grenier is survived by two sons, Gregory Grenier and his wife, Allegra of Punxsutawney and Philip Grenier and his wife, Sandra of Cameron, Mo.; two sisters, Jean Winters of Middleport, NY and Doris Karison of Lockport, NY; and five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Grenier was preceded in death by a son, Leo F. Grenier and nine siblings.

At Mrs. Grenier’s request, there will be no public visitation.  A graveside service will be held at a later date in Tanner Cemetery, Ridgway, NY.

The Goble-Baronick Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of the arrangements.  Online condolences may be sent to www.gbfuneralhome.com.

Obituary Notice: Marjorie A. “Marge” Munchak (Provided photo)

Marjorie Ann “Marge” Munchak, 77, of Curwensville died Wednesday, April 8, 2016 at Penn Highlands Clearfield Hospital.

Born April 8, 1939, she was the daughter of William and E. Louise (Miles) Thurstin.

Mrs. Munchak was a homemaker. Also, she along with her husband had owned and operated the former Munchak Heating and Plumbing and the former Family Video, both of Curwensville.

She was a member of the St. Timothy Roman Catholic Church in Curwensville.

On Oct. 23, 1955 in St. Bonaventure Roman Catholic Church in Grampian, she wed Anthony A. “Tony” Munchak, who preceded her in death on April 23, 2011.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; two grandsons, Ryan Munchak and Matthew Addleman; and a brother, Leland “Peanut” Shaw.

Surviving are three children, Deborah Passarelli of Curwensville, Michael Munchak and his fiancée, Tammy Kyler of Clearfield and Joseph “Joey” Munchak and his fiancée, Barbara Orange of Indiana, five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Also surviving are two brothers, John “Jack” Thurstin and his wife, Shirley of Curwensville and Daryl Shaw of Texas, two sisters, Karen Shaw of Curwensville and Sherry Gill and her husband, William of Olanta and two sisters-in-law, Irene Cook of Curwensville and Gloria Spencer of Wooster, Ohio.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the St. Bonaventure Roman Catholic Church in Grampian, with the Rev. Father Mark J. Mastrian as Celebrant.  Burial will be in the St. Bonaventure Cemetery in Grampian.

Friends and family will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Monday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville and again from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Tuesday when the procession will depart for the church.

The rosary will be recited at 3 p.m. Monday by members of both St. Bonaventure and St. Timothy Altar and Rosary Societies, and a Scripture Vigil Service will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. Monday, both at the funeral home.

The family suggests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 26 S. Second St. Clearfield, PA  16830.

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: Carol A. Lumadue (Provided photo)

Carol A. Lumadue, 74, of West Decatur died Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Penn Highlands Clearfield.

She was born Feb. 18, 1942 in Clearfield, the daughter of the late Mayard and Enda (Wiser) Foster.

She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Max Lumadue, to whom she was married April 1, 1961.

She worked in the dietary department at ECMC Hospital in Buffalo, NY. She attended Spring Valley Church.

She is survived by her twin sister, Carolyn and her husband, Albert Hunt of Woodland; a sister-in-law, Tona Kaniewski of Eden, NY; five nieces and nephews; 12 great-nieces and nephews; and one great-great-nephew.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother-in-law, Stefan Kaniewski.

All services are private.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc.

Memorial contributions can be made to Hahne Cancer Center, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA 15851.

Online tributes can be made at www.bennettandhouserfuneralhome.com or www.mem.com.

Gale L. Droll, 73, of Bigler Township died Saturday, April 9, 2016 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born Sept. 23, 1942 in Philipsburg and the daughter of the late Philbert and Mabel (Miller) Myers.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. Droll; a sister, Jenny George; and a brother, Gerald Myers.

She will be deeply missed by her four children, Michelle (Jim) Capistrant, Patty (Mike) Yebernetsky, Susan (Thomas) Yebernetsky and Robert L. (Julie) Droll Jr. and two brothers, Marvin and Bill Myers.

She will also be deeply missed by her nine grandchildren, Cory Ralston, Greg Ralston, Thomas Yebernetsky, Stephanie Clark, Dana Ralston, Amber Ralston, Shane Evans, Zach Evans, and Shyann Droll and 12 great-grandchildren, Harley, Brandon, Kaden, Lydia, Gage, Grace, Lilly, Jesse, Alina, Hannah, Braden and Alaina.

Family will receive friends from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday at Kruise-Spewock Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., Ramey.  Funeral services and burial will be private and held at the convenience of the family.

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

Mary M. Melani, 95, of DuBois died Sunday, April 10, 2016 at the DuBois Nursing Home.

Born Nov. 16, 1920 in Curry, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Angelo and Mary A. (Ambrose) Maracini.

In 1948, she married Lee Melani.  He preceded her in death in March of 2001.

She was a secretary at Whitehall Junior High School for many years.

She is survived by a son, Peter Melani and his wife, Patricia of DuBois; three grandchildren, Adam Melani, Lee Melani and his wife, Anna Kate and Christopher Melani; and two great-grandchildren, Lyla and Blake Melani.

She was preceded in death by her son, Mark Melani; a brother, Herbert Maracini; and two sisters, Mildred and Lucille Maracini.

There will be no visitation.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Friday at the St. Bernard Roman Catholic Church in Falls Creek with Fr. Rick Tomasone as celebrant.

Burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park in Pittsburgh.

Memorials may be sent to St. Bernard Roman Catholic Church, 205 Taylor Ave., Falls Creek, PA 15840 and or the DuBois Nursing Home, 282 S. Eighth St., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Henry L. Smith, 78, of Philipsburg died Sunday, April 10, 2016 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.

Born Dec. 10, 1937, he was the son of the late Isaac G. and Alice K. Frantz Smith.

Mr. Smith was a veteran of the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy. He was a member of the AMVETS Post No. 159, VFW and American Legion, all of Philipsburg. He was also a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose of Osceola Mills.

He is survived by two brothers, Kenneth Smith of Hawk Run and Howard Smith of Wallaceton.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant sister, Elsie; a sister, Norma Smith; and two brothers, Isaac Jr. and Charles Smith.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. April 17 at the AMVETS in Philipsburg. Burial will be in Grandview Cemetery, Morrisdale.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Strange & Weaver Funeral Service of Morrisdale is serving the family.

Ronald J. Frano, 82, of DuBois died Sunday, April 10, 2016 at Penn Highlands DuBois.

Born Dec. 24, 1933, he was the son of the late Vendll J. and Annette (Opryszek) Frano.

On April 23, 1966 in Punxsutawney, he married Mary Virginia (Kaza) Frano.  She survives.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He retired from the Riverside Warehouse after 42 years of service.

He was a member of the St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church.

He was a member of the Polish Citizens Club and the Adrian-Sandy Hose Co. No. 3. He enjoyed monthly trips to Salamanca with the DuBois Senior Center and going to the YMCA.

He was an avid Penn State football fan and Duke University basketball fan, but most of all, he enjoyed being with his family, especially his grandchildren.

In his younger days, he enjoyed playing basketball and baseball. He played basketball for the DuBois Chevies and was a member of the last championship team of Sandy High School.  He played baseball for Wishaw, Falls Creek and the Pulaski Club.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, John C. Frano and his wife, Patty of Meadville; a brother, Albert W. Frano and his wife, Brenda of DuBois; and two grandsons, Joshua J. Frano and Nathan P. Frano.

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

A Scriptural Wake Service will be held at 3:45 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday at the St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Charles Kaza, his brother-in-law, and Fr. Daniel Kresinski co-celebrating.

Burial will be in St. Michael’s Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church, 25 Robinson St., DuBois, PA 15801 and or the DuBois YMCA, 25 Parkway Dr., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Obituary Notice: George Carl Koval (Provided photo)

George Carl Koval, 79, of Coalport died Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at Promise Hospital of Fort Myers, Fla., after a brief illness.

Born Nov. 13, 1936 in Grampian, he was the son of Stephen C. and Anna (Fedroff) Kovall.

He was a U.S. Airforce veteran.  He was Catholic by faith. He was also a member of various VFW and American Legion clubs.

Mr. Koval retired from Combine Insurance after 40 years of service as a salesman.

He is survived by six children, Daniel Koval and his wife, Penny, Mary Kay Vincent and Stefanie Schramm and her husband, Chris, all of Hershey; Tami Miller and her husband, Craig of Camp Hill; Greg Koval of Kansas; and Veronica Koval of Allentown.

He is survived by 11 grandchildren, Craig Miller and his wife, Anne; Megan Gelburd and her husband, Ryan; Caleb Koval; Kylee Koval; Karli Koval; Grant Koval; Nathan Vincent; Cassie Vincent; CJ Schramm; Max Schramm; and Luke Schramm.

Mr. Koval is also survived by four great-grandchildren, Lily and Addy Gelburd and Parker and Jackson Miller and three brothers and sisters, Cornelius “Connie” Kovall and his wife, Ginger of Grampian, Stephen J. Kovall and his wife, Ann of Gettysburg and Geraldine Van Hook and her husband, Eugene of Jennings, La.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Frank Kovall; and a sister, Irene Cassidy.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 11 a.m. Thursday at the St. Bonaventure’s Roman Catholic Church of Grampian with Father Mark J. Mastrian as celebrant.

Burial will follow in the St. Bonaventure’s cemetery. Military honors will be accorded at the cemetery by members of the Clearfield Honor Guard.

Friends will be received from 5:15 p.m. – 7 p.m. Wednesday and from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the St. Bonaventure’s Church, 461 Main St.., Grampian, PA 16838, or to St. Cecillia Catholic Community Church, 5632 Sunrise Dr., Fort Myers, FL 33919.

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.