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Obituary Notice: Barbara A. Phillips

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Barbara A. Phillips, 78, of Osceola Mills died Sunday, April 17, 2016 at Windy Hill Village in Philipsburg.

Born Oct. 11, 1937 in Philipsburg, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Ruth (Webb) Roberts.

She married Gerald M. Phillips in October of 1957. He preceded her in death on Nov. 1, 1988.

Mrs. Phillips was of the Christian faith.

She was a homemaker.  She was a 1955 graduate of the former Houtzdale-Woodward-Brisbin High School.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Johnny Roberts, Alan Roberts and Robert Roberts.

She is survived by six sons, Robert F. Phillips and his wife, Michelle of Glenn Hope, Gerald G. Phillips and his wife, Amy and Charles A. Phillips, both of Osceola Mills, Tracy Lee Phillips of Elizabethtown, Thomas E. Phillips and his wife, Teresa of Morrisdale and Daniel J. Phillips and his wife, Mechelle of Louisiana and two sisters, Mary Roberts of Florida and Margaret Frisbee of Virginia. She is also survived by nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family at Oak Hill Cemetery in Curwensville,  with the Rev. Mary Jo Bruinooge presiding. There will be no viewing or visitation.

Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Osceola Mills is in charge of the arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services, P.O. Box 157, Osceola Mills, PA 16666.

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


Obituary Notice: Esther A. Coval

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Obituary Notice: Esther A. Coval (Provided photo)

Obituary Notice: Esther A. Coval (Provided photo)

Esther A. Coval, 90, a resident of the Colonial Courtyard at Tyrone and formerly of Philipsburg, died Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at Tyrone.

Born Feb. 10, 1926 in Houtzdale, she was a daughter of the late Romeo and Josephine (Gatti) DiBiagio.

Mrs. Coval was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Philipsburg, where she was also formerly a member of the Altar and Rosary Society. She also enjoyed cooking and crocheting.

She was a 1943 graduate of the Woodward Township High School. She had been employed as a bookkeeper with the Reiter Insurance/Real Estate Company of Philipsburg until her retirement.

On Nov. 29, 1947 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Houtzdale, she married George E. Coval. He preceded her in death on April 26, 2004.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Raymond DiBiagio and a sister-in-law, Dolly DiBiagio.

Mrs. Coval is survived by three sons, Raymond J. Coval and his wife, Marlene D. and Joseph P. Coval, both of York, and George Coval and his wife, Kathleen of Philipsburg.

She is survived by a sister, Nilda Bodholt and her husband, Erik of Spokane, Wash., and two brothers, Anthony DiBiagio of Elwood City and Elmo DiBiagio and his wife, Journn of Oslo, Norway.

She is also survived by five grandchildren, Krista A. Bachert and her husband, Brett of Memphis, Tenn., Kara J. Mischler and her husband, Eric of Reading, Kevin G. Coval of Philipsburg, and Angela S. Godfrey and her husband, Daniel and Christopher R. Coval and his wife, Liann, all of York; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, at the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Philipsburg, with the Rev. John Gibbons as celebrant. Burial will follow at  the Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Philipsburg.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg.

The rosary will be recited at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to: The William “Keno” Beezer Scholarship Fund, C/O Centre Foundation, 1377 Ridge Master Dr., State College, PA  16803.

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

Obituary Notice: Darrell J. Patton Sr.

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Darrell J. Patton Sr., 70, of DuBois died Sunday, April 17, 2016 at his home.

Born March 27, 1946 in Tyrone, he was the son of his late mother, Isabel (Howard) Patton and his late father, Donald Patton.

On May 15, 1971, he married Shirley Mae (Muth) Patton.  She survives.

Mr. Patton graduated from Tyrone High School in 1964 where he played football and wrestled, and then the Allegheny Technical Institute in 1996.

He received a Bachelor of Science degree with honors in Workforce Education and Instructional Development from the Pennsylvania State University in 2007.

He retired as a field service technician in 2015 from Sheetz Inc. after 20 years of service.

Previously, Mr. Patton owned and operated his own business, DJ Electronics from 1972-1995.

He received a certification completion for refrigeration from Ferris University in 1992.

He was an instructor at Jeff Tech in Reynoldsville in Electronic Technology and Electrical Construction from 1972 to 1979.

He was a member of the Free Methodist Church in Brockway.  He enjoyed taking photographs of wildlife and flowers, capturing great pictures.

Mr. Patton was an avid Steelers fan, Pirates fan and Penn State football and basketball fan.  He enjoyed watching NASCAR racing.  Most importantly, he loved his family.

He is survived by two sons, Darrell J. Patton Jr. of DuBois and Jonathan Patton and his wife, Denise of Greer, SC, and three grandchildren, Morgan, Isabel and Olivia Patton.

He is also survived by a sister, Donna Masaveg of Garfield Heights, Ohio and a sister-in-law, Patricia L. Muth of DuBois.

Mr. Patton was preceded in death by his sister, Mary E. Patton.

A private family service was held from the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.  Pastor Mark Lutcher officiated the service.

Burial is in Boone Mountain Cemetery.

The family requests memorials be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Joseph T. Bunnell

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Joseph T. Bunnell, 82, of Clearfield died Monday, April 18, 2016 at his residence.

Born Oct. 25, 1933 in Curwensville, Pike Township, he was the son of Harry J. and Hazel (Shaffer) Bunnell.  He was a U.S. Naval veteran of the Korean War.

He retired from the Pennsylvania Plasterers Union, where he worked on various local homes, the Taj Mahal in Atlantic City, NJ and the rotunda at the Capital Building in Harrisburg.

He was also a member of the Clearfield and Curwensville L.O.O.M. and the Curwensville American Legion Post 505 and VFW Post 842.

He is survived by a daughter, Laurie Robertson and her husband, Robert of Clearfield; three grandchildren, Leah Robertson and Joseph Robertson, both of Clearfield, and Laina DuFour Jackson and her husband, Brandon of Mineral Springs and a sister, Sally Withey of Shiloh.

On Sept. 30 1961 in Niagara Falls, he wed the former Mae L. DuFour, who preceded him in death on Aug. 21, 2014. He was also preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Donald Bunnell.

At the request of Mr. Bunnell, there will be no public visitation or services. A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be held in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Curwensville.

The family suggests memorial 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.

Obituary Notice: Phyllis J. Nelson

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Obituary Notice: Phyllis J. Nelson (Provided photo)

Obituary Notice: Phyllis J. Nelson (Provided photo)

Phyllis J. Nelson, 91, of DuBois died Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at her residence.

Born Dec. 8, 1924 in Beechwoods, she was a daughter of the late Edward L. Snyder and Nora B. (Swartslander) Snyder.

She graduated from Beechwoods High School in 1942. She attended DuBois Business College.

She worked for Woolworth’s 5 & 10 for 15 years. She also co-owned and worked for Nelson Furs with her husband until her retirement.

On Jan. 18, 1948, she was united in marriage to Lee P. Nelson in the First Presbyterian Church in DuBois by the Rev. Howard E. Tucker.

She was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church in DuBois, where she taught Sunday school for many years. This included the children and the Berean Bible Class, which she taught for 42 years.

She was a member of Presbyterian Women, where she served as treasurer for many years. She also belonged to White Shrine of Jerusalem in Grove City and The order of the Amaranth in Huntingdon.

She enjoyed her family, watching the Pirates and Steelers, golf matches, crocheting, doing crossword puzzles, helping others and with church activities.

She is survived by her husband, Lee; her daughter, Amy J. Sprague and her husband, Paul of DuBois; and one grandson, Ryan M. Sprague of DuBois.

She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

She was the last survivor of her immediate family, being preceded in death by three brothers and four sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the First United Presbyterian Church, 43 W. Scribner Ave., DuBois, with the Rev. Sarah E. Sedgwick and the Rev. Alfred Wilson officiating.

Burial will be at Beechwoods Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday at the Mohney-Yargar Funeral Chapel Inc.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Presbyterian Women or the Mission Fund of the First United Presbyterian Church, 43 W. Scribner Ave., DuBois, PA 15801 or Presbyterian Woman.

Online remembrances can be made at www.mohney-yargarfuneralchapel.com or www.mem.com.

Arrangements are under the care of Mohney-Yargar Funeral Chapel Inc., DuBois.

Obituary Notice: Anthony J. Flango

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Obituary Notice: Anthony J. Flango (Provided photo)

Obituary Notice: Anthony J. Flango (Provided photo)

Anthony J. Flango, 87, died Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at Walton Heights, Altoona

Born Aug. 3, 1928 in Houtzdale, he was the son of Henry and Nicolette (Yacobucci Satyrano) Flango.

He was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church in Houtzdale.

Mr. Flango served with U.S. Army 291st Engineer Heavy Equipment Co. in Germany during the Korean War.

He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman.

He was a partner of Flango Brothers Coal Co. and Flango Motors Inc., both of Houtzdale. He owned and operated Cougar Contracting Inc. of Houtzdale.

On Oct. 24, 1953 he married Dolly Marie Dufour, who survives in Altoona.

He is survived by children, Barbara (Russell) Morroni of Smithmill, Carol Flango of Altoona, Anthony (Shelley) Flango Jr., Larry (Melissa) Flango and Shirley (Scott) Gulish, all of Houtzdale, and Greg (Tonya) Flango of Brisbin.

Also surviving are grandchildren, Tana Rae Flango, Scott Gulish, Sean Gulish, Chantel Flango, Brittany Flango, Jordan Flango and Bayla Flango; step-grandchildren, Chris Morroni, Mark Graham Jr., and Morgan Reader; and four great-grandchildren.

Mr. Flango was the last surviving member of his family. He was preceded in death by his parents; five sisters, Emma Youhon, Annie Gigliotti, Pierina Caserta, Mary Monaco and Elizabeth Flango; and five brothers, Victor, Salvatore, William, Orland and Michael.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday with Father William Laska as celebrant.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday at the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., Houtzdale. Burial will follow in the St Lawrence Cemetery, Houtzdale.

Memorial donations may be made to Christ the King Catholic Church, 123 Good St., Houtzdale, PA 16651.

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

Obituary Notice: Benjamin R. O’Shane

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Benjamin R. O’Shane, 65, of Rockton died Monday, April 18, 2016 at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh.

Born May 8, 1950 in Charleroi, Pa., he was the son of the late Benjamin O’Shane and Irene C. (Wroblewski) O’Shane.  His mother survives and lives in New Wilmington, Pa.

He worked for the City of DuBois for 37 years, serving the past 26 years as the water treatment plant superintendent.

He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman.  He enjoyed going to the family camp in McKean County.  He was also a NASCAR fan.

He is survived by his brother, Thomas O’Shane and his wife, Kathleen of Boca Grande, Fla.

There will be no visitation.

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

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

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

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

Obituary Notice: Brenda M. Proud

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Brenda Marie Proud, 59, of Curwensville died Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at her residence.

Born Jan. 19, 1957 in Clearfield, she was the daughter of Robert E. and Lois (Cramer) Riddle.

Mrs. Proud had worked for several banks, including Clearfield Bank & Trust Co., Keystone, Integra and Northwest Savings Bank.

She then had been a bookkeeper for Lezzer Lumber Co. in Curwensville and last had worked in the cash office for Lowe’s Home Improvement Store in Clearfield where she retired from.

She was a member of the Curwensville United Methodist Church, where she had participated in the annual “Search for Peace” Pageant. She was a former member of the GFWC Woman’s Club of Curwensville.

On Oct. 4, 1975 in the Curwensville United Methodist Church, she wed Glenn E. Proud, who survives, along with her parents of Curwensville, two sons, Erik Proud and his wife, Charis and Jason Proud and his wife Stacie, both of Curwensville, and four grandsons, Colby and Caleb Proud and Gavin and Gage Roos.

Services for Brenda Proud will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Curwensville United Methodist Church with the Rev. Charles Gummo officiating.  Burial will be in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Curwensville.

Friends and family will be received from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. and from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Friday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville and again from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Saturday, when the procession will depart for the church.

The family suggests contributions be made to the Curwensville United Methodist Church, 602 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.


Obituary Notice: Thomas Rodger

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Thomas Rodger, 74, of Hawk Run died Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at his residence.

Born Sept. 10, 1941 in Philipsburg, he was the son of the late Thomas and Kathryn Miller Rodger.

Mr. Rodger was a member of the St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, Hawk Run, where he was a past officer.

He was employed by Local Union No. 126 as a heavy equipment operator with 51 years of service.

He was married to Nancy Pristash Rodger on Nov. 1, 1975 at St. John’s Orthodox Church, Hawk Run.

Mr. Rodger is survived by a daughter, Lynne Gilham and her husband, Patrick of West Decatur and a son, Thomas Rodger and his wife, Colette of Philipsburg.

He is also survived by three granddaughters, Chaisley Marie Rodger of Philipsburg and Mindy and Jessica Gilham, both of West Decatur, and a brother, Larry Rodger and his wife, Jamie of Philipsburg.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter.

A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, Hawk Run, with Father Peter Benyo as celebrant.

Burial will be in the St. John the Baptist Orthodox Cemetery, Hawk Run.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday at the Strange & Weaver Funeral Home, Morrisdale. A Panahida service will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the St. John’s Orthodox Hall Fund, P.O. Box 203, Hawk Run, PA 16840.

Obituary Notice: Marie Fish

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Marie Fish, 94, of Houtzdale died Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at the home of her daughter.

Born in rural Houtzdale on Feb. 20, 1922 she was the daughter of Thomas and Mary (Laury) Mayhue.

She was a life-long member of the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Houtzdale.

She was also a member of Houtzdale Lions Club, the Houtzdale American Legion Post 591 Auxiliary and Osceola Mills VFW Post No. 5020 Auxiliary.

She was employed at Penn State University until her retirement.

On June 8, 1948, she married Alfred Fish, who preceded her in death on Jan. 17, 1995.

She is survived by two daughters, Donna (William) Ellis and Sharon Gregory of Houtzdale.

Also surviving are eight grandchildren, Michelle (Anthony) Anaya and Angela Kohute, both of Cheyenne, Wyo., Ronald Kohute of Ashville NC, Michael Kohute of Pittsburgh, Robert Kohute of Washington, D.C., Teresa (Michael) Kitko of Houtzdale, Jody (Kristopher) Boyer of Rural Valley, Shane (Danielle) Gregory of Bigler and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband; her companion, George Mandel; a daughter, Mary Ruterman; three sons, Robert, Michael and Ronald Kohute; a grandson, Joey Ellis; two great-grandchildren; a brother, Thomas Mayhue; and a sister, Helen McVay.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Houtzdale with Father William Ellis officiating.

Family and friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday at the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., Houtzdale.

The Houtzdale American Legion Auxiliary will hold a memorial service at 6:30 p.m. Friday followed by the Houtzdale Lions Club service at 7 p.m., both at the funeral home.

Burial will be in the American Legion Cemetery, Brisbin.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 203 Dorthea St., Houtzdale, PA 16651.

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

Obituary Notice: Elizabeth M. Quinn

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Elizabeth M. Quinn, 83, of Clearfield died Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at Mountain Laurel Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center.

On Dec. 18, 1932, she was born in Johnsonburg, a daughter to the late Verne L. Baker and Gertrude C. (Perry) Baker.

She graduated from the Clearfield Hospital School of Nursing and later became an instructor.

She was instrumental in starting the Licensed Practical Nursing Program at the Vo-Tech, where she instructed there for many years.

She finished her career at the Clearfield Middle School as a school nurse until her retirement.

Mrs. Quinn pursued an RN-BSN degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where she graduated magna cum laude while working full-time and raising a family.

Mrs. Quinn was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the Nurses Alumni Association of the Clearfield Hospital. She enjoyed reading and loved cats and flower gardening and appreciated music.

Her survivors include one daughter, Diana Quinn of Clearfield; one son, Daniel Quinn of New York; three grandchildren, Carla Shomo and her fiancé, Charles Bloom and Jessica Jeffries and her husband, James, all of Clearfield, and Tyler Quinn and his wife, Amber of Cabot, Pa.; and one great-grandchild, Tesher Quinn.

She was the last of her generation.  She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, James Quinn and Timothy “Buckwheat” Quinn; an infant grandson, Jameson Timothy Quinn; and her husband, James R. Quinn.

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

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

Memorial contributions may be made to the Nurses Alumni Association of the Clearfield Hospital, 541 Meadow Rd., Clearfield, PA 16830; Clearfield County SCPA, 275 21st St., Clearfield, PA 16830; and Orphans of the Storm Inc. of Clearfield County, 412 Hill St., Curwensville, PA 16833.

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

Arrangements are under the care of Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc. in Clearfield.

Obituary Notice: Rosemary Quick

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Obituary Notice: Rosemary Quick (Provided photo)

Obituary Notice: Rosemary Quick (Provided photo)

Rosemary Quick, 87, a resident of the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield, and formerly of Morrisdale, died Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at the center.

Born Oct. 12, 1928 in Philipsburg, she was a daughter of the late Lee and Winifred (Blakeney) Herr.

Mrs. Quick was a member of the Summit Hill United Methodist Church, Morrisdale, and a member of the Centre Hill Grange. She was a homemaker.

On April 10, 1947 in Towson, Md., she married Mearl E. Quick Sr. He preceded her in death on Oct. 29, 1987.

In addition to her husband and parents, a son, Eugene Mearl Quick; a grandson, Ryan E. Quick; a sister, Mildred Jones; and four brothers, Lee, Robert, William and Thomas Herr preceded her in death.

Mrs. Quick is survived by two daughters, Rose Marie Ennis and her husband, Richard of Julian and Frieda J. Catalano and her husband, Donald of Clearfield; three sons, Mearl E. Quick Jr. and his wife, Elaine of Kingman, Ariz., Eugene Quick and his wife, Deborah of Morrisdale and Benny L. Quick and his wife, Brenda of Spring Valley, RD West Decatur; and two sisters, Evelyn Brown of New York and Beatrice M. Pavlick of Philipsburg.

Five grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandson and numerous nieces and nephews also survive her.

Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg, with Pastor Tina Hawkins officiating. Burial will be at Emigh Cemetery, Morrisdale.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. Sunday until the time of services at 4 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Mrs. Quick may be made to the Summit Hill United Methodist Church, 821 Summit Hill Rd., Morrisdale, PA 16858 or the American Heart Association, 501 Howard Ave., Suite D101, Altoona, PA 16601.

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

Obituary Notice: Leo S. “Zuber” Zawislak

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Leo S. “Zuber” Zawislak, 92, of DuBois died Thursday, April 21, 2016 at the DuBois Nursing Home.

Born Nov. 12, 1923, he was the son of the late John and Catherine (Kot) Zawislak.

He was a 1941 graduate of DuBois High School.

On June 18, 1947, he married June (Haggerty) Zawislak.  She survives.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy having served in the Asiatic-Pacific theater during World War II.

He was awarded the Purple Heart, the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal, the Victory Medal and the American Campaign Medal.

He retired from the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, where he worked as a carman, after 35 years of service.

He was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church, the George D. Montgomery American Legion Post 17, the James J. Patterson Post 813 Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Disabled American Veterans and the Loyal Order of Ruptured Ducks.  He was also an active member of the DuBois Area Honor Guard for more than 20 years.

He is survived by his daughter, Kathryn M. Bowser and her husband, Joe of DuBois; a son, Joseph Zawislak of DuBois; three grandchildren, Steven and Kevin Bowser and Krista Frable; and eight great-grandchildren, Caiden and Dylan Bowling, Rowen Frable, Sarah, Benjamin, Rebekah Bowser, Zackary Berends-Bowser and Cole Bowser.

He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.  He was preceded in death by his brother, Edwin “BuBu” Zawislak.

Friends will be received from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Monday, at the St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church with Fr. Daniel Kresinski as celebrant.

Burial will be in St. Michael’s Cemetery where full military honors will be accorded by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard.

Memorials may be sent to the DuBois Area Honor Guard, 18 10th St., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Obituary Notice: Kathryn (Yebernetsky) Youhon

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Kathryn (Yebernetsky) Youhon, 93, of Brisbin died Monday, April 18, 2016.

Born in Madera on Jan. 11, 1923, she was the daughter of Wasco and Annie (Peslipsky) Yebernetsky.

She married Wallace R. Youhon on Nov. 7, 1942, who preceded her in death on Feb. 26, 1990.

She was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church in Houtzdale. She was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court St. Victoria No. 646 for 62 years.

She is survived by her daughter, Arlene Steele and her husband, Jeffery; her son, Lawrence and his wife, Susan; her son-in-law, James Terwilliger; her brother, John and his wife, Helen; her sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law; 11 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren with another one on the way; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Wallace; her dear daughter, Patricia A. Terwilliger; and her loving son, James L. Youhon.  She was also preceded in death by siblings, Anna Daniel, Michael Yebernetsky, Mary Fetchu, Nancy Wasilko, Evelyn (Eva) Checkaneck, Harry Yebernetsky and Margaret Kitko.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Christ the King Catholic Church, Houtzdale, with Father Marc Soloman as celebrant.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Monday at the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., Houtzdale.

The rosary will be recited by the Catholic Daughter of the Americas at 6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Burial will be in the St. Lawrence Cemetery, Houtzdale.

You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you will be forever by our side.

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

Obituary Notice: Wallace G. Weber

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Obituary Notice: Wallace G. Weber (Provided photo)

Obituary Notice: Wallace G. Weber (Provided photo)

Wallace G. Weber, 79, of Greenville Pike went to join his beloved wife, Marilyn, on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at Ridgeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation, Curwensville.

Mr. Weber was born Oct. 2, 1936, in Lumber City, the son of Cleo and Ruth (Korb) Weber.

He retired from Bell Telephone after 31 years of service. He was a member of the National Rifle Association and had been a forest fire warden.

He was a passionate hunter, avid outdoorsman, gardener and wood craftsman.

Mr. Weber is survived by five children, Christa Kerr and her husband, Dave of DuBois, Karen Renfro and her husband, Samuel of Williamsburg, Kan., Barbara Veydt and her husband, D. Eric of Cecil, Brenda Weber of Grampian and Timothy Weber and his wife, Deborah of Earlysville, Va., 17 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and a sister, Alice Clark of Greenville Pike.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Marilyn D. (Stoke) Weber, who died July 7, 2013 and to whom he was married July 6; 1956; and a brother, E. Allen Weber.

Friends will be received from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Monday at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc. of Clearfield.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Chestnut Grove Cemetery.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to His Way Ministries, P.O. Box 400, Ottawa, KS 66067; Alzheimer’s Association: Greater Pennsylvania Chapter, 1100 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222; or Ridgeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, 30 Fourth Ave., Curwensville, PA 16833.

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


Obituary Notice: Carmen A. Sturniolo

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Carmen A. Sturniolo, 84, of Clearfield died Saturday, April 23, 2016 at his home.

He was born Nov. 24, 1931, a son of the late Anthony and Turi (Lamendola) Sturniolo.

Mr. Sturniolo retired in 1997 from St. Francis School and Church as a maintenance worker after 19 years of employment.

He had also worked at Harbison Walker Refractory in Clearfield and Kent’s Sportswear.

He was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield, the Sons of Italy No. 189 of Clearfield, the Clearfield American Legion, the Knights of Columbus Council No. 409 of Clearfield, the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie No. 812 of Clearfield, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks No. 540 of Clearfield, the Old Town Sportsmen’s Club and the Mosquito Creek Sportsmen’s Club.

A veteran of the U.S. Army, Mr. Sturniolo served during Korean War.

He is survived by his sister, Rose Jordan of California.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Marie (Tiracorda) Sturniolo on Aug. 9, 2008 and to whom he was wed Aug. 10, 1957 in Curwensville. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Frank and Samuel Sturniolo.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield, with Father John L. Miller as celebrant. Burial will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Clearfield.

Friends will be received from 6 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 American Heart Association, 501 Howard Ave., Suite D, Altoona, PA 16601.

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

Obituary Notice: Tracy A. Uncles

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Obituary Notice: Tracy A. Uncles (Provided photo)

Obituary Notice: Tracy A. Uncles (Provided photo)

Tracy Allen “Elroy” “Buck” Uncles, 53, of Hyde died Friday, April 22, 2016 at his residence.

Born Nov. 22, 1962 in Clearfield, he was the son of Raymond P. and Dolores (Collins) Uncles.

Mr. Uncles had worked throughout the years at the Curwensville Dam, the Clearfield Truck Stop and Martell Glass. He had most recently worked for Rainbow Car Washes of the Clearfield area.

He was a 1980 graduate of the Clearfield Area High School.

He was a lifetime member of the Hyde Volunteer Fire Company. Mr. Uncles was Roman Catholic by faith.  His hobbies included fishing, hunting and spending time with his kids.

On Sept. 7, 1996, he wed the former Christine A. Gill, who survives, along with his father of Hyde; two daughters, Zoey Marie and Hannah May Uncles, both at home; three brothers, Tim Uncles of Colorado Springs, Colo., Bradley Paul Uncles and his wife, Kelly of Frenchville and Travis Uncles and his wife, Meribeth of Johnstown; and three sisters, Cheryl Carfley of Clearfield and Teresa McCoy and her husband, Jack and Cindy Sones, both of Hyde.

Also surviving are many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his mother and a brother-in-law, Ken Orie Sones

Memorial services for Tracy Uncles will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville with the Rev. Stephen Shields officiating.

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

Contributions can 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.

Obituary Notice: Betty L. Price

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Betty L. Price, 78, DuBois and formerly of Luthersburg, died Sunday, April 24, 2016 at the DuBois Nursing Home.

Born Oct. 3, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Eugene and Arvilla (Swartzlander) Hartzfeld.

She retired from Rockwell International Manufacturing.

She was a former member of the Salem Lutheran Church.  She was a great fan of Betty Boop.

She is survived by a daughter, Cindy Brainer of Arizona; two sisters, Mary Gilbert of Amherst, NY and Becky Spencer of Luthersburg; three brothers, Howard Hartzfeld of Erie and Glen and Lynn Hartzfeld, both of Luthersburg; and two grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two sisters, Viola Miknis and Roberta Berger and two brothers, Robert and James Hartzfeld.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.

A funeral service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with Pastor Terry Felt officiating.

Burial will be in Salem Lutheran Cemetery in Brady Township.

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

Obituary Notice: Martha R. Nadzon

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Martha R. Nadzon, 97, of Bethlehem and formerly of Grassflat died Feb. 13, 2016 at the Gracedale Nursing Home in Nazareth, Pa.

She was the late wife of John Nadzon. She was born in Manassas, Va.,

She had worked in the cafeteria at Pinehurst School District in New Jersey for many years.

She was preceded in death by her husband and a daughter, Anna.

A memorial service will be held at 12 p.m. Saturday at the Johnson Funeral Home, Grassflat. Burial will be in the Grassflat-Lanse Lutheran Cemetery.

A luncheon will immediately follow the service at Key Largo in Allport.

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

Obituary Notice: Mary H. Temo

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Mary H. Temo, 92, of Osceola Mills died Sunday, April 24, 2016 at her home surrounded by the love of her family.

Born Jan. 24, 1924, she was the daughter of the late John and Susana (Knap) Gura.

She married Michael P. Temo on Sept. 2, 1944 at the former St. Joseph Catholic Church in Osceola Mills; he preceded her in death on Aug. 7, 2001.

Mrs. Temo was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osceola Mills, where she was a member of the Rosary Society of the church and the Catholic Daughters of America Court St. Victoria, Houtzdale.  She was also a member of the Osceola Mills Civic Club.

She was a homemaker. She had worked for the former Viceroy Sports Wear and was a 1941 graduate of the former Osceola Mills High School.

She was strong in her faith as well as being a devoted wife and mother.  She was an avid baker and enjoyed gardening.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, John and Paul Gura.

She is survived by two daughters, Susan Borro and her husband, Ronald of Arnold, Md., and Mary Anne Pazmino and her husband, Dr. Roy Pazmino of Philipsburg and one son, Retired U.S. Army Colonel James M. Temo and his wife, Mary of Durham, NC.

She is survived by one brother, Stephen Gura and his wife, Carolyn of Troy, Mich.  She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Jennifer Hadro and her husband, Neal, Gregory Temo and his wife, Keri, Geoffrey Borro, Lauren Borro, Erica Niznik and her husband, Nicholas, Matthew Godin and Marc Godin and seven great-grandchildren, Katie and Anna Hadro, Allison, Andrew and Ryan Temo and Emma and Ellie Niznik.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, at the Immaculate Conception Church in Osceola Mills, with the Rev. Father Robert Horgas officiating.  Burial will be at the St. Joseph Cemetery in Osceola Mills.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.  The Rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 7 p.m.

Mrs. Temo was a kind and generous person who was an inspiration to those whose lives she touched.  She was loved and respected by family and friends.

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

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