Obituary Notice: Robert W. “Bob” Smith (Provided photo)

Robert W. “Bob” Smith, 73, of DuBois died Monday, Nov. 20, 2017 at his home.

Born May 30, 1944 in North Tonawanda, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph and Clarabelle (Ott) Smith.

On Aug. 16, 1969, he married Margaret F. (Shrubb) Smith.  She survives.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army who served in the Vietnam War.

He retired as a truckdriver from Preston Trucking in Falls Creek after 30 years of service.

He was a member of the George D. Montgomery American Legion Post 17. He was an avid woodworker and enjoyed fishing. 

He was a well-known “heckler” and enjoyed meeting with his coffee club of retired truck drivers every Tuesday at Valley Dairy.

His is survived by three daughters, Lisa Vought and her husband, Allen and Laura Weimer and her husband, David, both of Rockwood, Pa., and Bobbie Shenkle of DuBois; a brother, Joseph Smith and his wife, Patty of DuBois; six grandchildren, Branden, Katrena, Jess, Jenna, Luke and Lauren; and three great-grandchildren, Brailynn, Brooke and Maddox.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Ken McConnaughey and a sister, Kathy Myers.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc.

Full military honors will be accorded by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard from the funeral home. Burial will follow in Beechwoods Cemetery.

Memorials may be placed with the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.

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

Michael and Ada May (Diehl) Flango welcomed their first of six children on Sept. 2, 1951.

Calling Ramey home, Joyce Ann McGiboney graduated from the Moshannon Valley High School in 1969 and started working for her father at Flango Motors.

She then furthered her education at the Altoona Business School and soon became the senior accountant at Proctor Silex.

During her time working and living in Altoona, she met her musically-talented Larry and suddenly all of his playing was only for her.

They were married in 1982 on a beautiful, warm New Year’s Eve Day at Our Lady of the Lourdes in Altoona.

She had many hats throughout her life. She worked and volunteered for many, different community and church organizations, but her most important job was raising her two beautiful daughters, Melissa Barnes (Shawn), of Windber and Leanna, at home.

In 2007, her title changed from mom to grammy, as a new adventure began with Christopher, Nicholas and ToriLynn Barnes, all of whom were the center of her universe.

She spent many years researching and collecting family history. If you ever had a question about any relative, she was the one to ask. Family meant everything to her, and she meant everything to her family.

Her brothers, Ed (Cindy), Tom (Brenda), David and Steve were always by her side; her and sister, Linda had a bond like no other. Numerous nieces, nephews, in-laws and cousins fill her family tree, as her memory will always fill their hearts.

She was welcomed and lovingly greeted into heaven Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017 by her husband, Larry; dad, Mike; granddaughter, Victoria; and father-in-law, Mac.

“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; love leaves a memory no one can steal.”

By request of the family, there will be no viewing. A funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the St. Anthony of Padua Church in Windber.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund, Community Foundation for the Alleghenies, 116 Market St., Suite 4, Johnstown, PA 15901, or online.

Arrangements are in care of the Hindman Funeral Homes & Crematory Inc. Condolences may be made at HindmanFuneralHomes.com.

(Shirley A. Chapman)

Shirley A. Chapman, 87, a resident of Windy Hill Village and formerly of Gearhartville and Lock Haven, died Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2017 at the village.

Born March 24, 1930 in Lock Haven, she was a daughter of the late Carl R. and Lillian G. (Smith) Weaver.

For most of her life, she worked in retail at clothing stores in Lock Haven. She was of the Protestant faith and enjoyed gardening.

On May 15, 1976 in Bellefonte, she married Charles Fredrick Chapman Sr., who died April 5, 2003.

She is survived by a daughter, Georgiann Brown and her husband, Michael of Osceola Mills; two sons, Joseph Caskey and his wife, Lynne of Mill Hall and Charles F. Chapman Jr. and his wife, Cathy of Gerhartville; five grandchildren, Brent Dennison, Terri Hill, Nicole Curtis, Chase Chapman and Colton Chapman; and four great-grandchildren.

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

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, Philipsburg, with the Rev. Dr. Katie Hopper officiating. Burial will be in the Philipsburg Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 108R N. Second St., Suite 1B, Clearfield, PA 16830, online at www.cancer.org, or to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Department 41831, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265, online at ww5.komen.org.

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

Obituary Notice: Tailor Brooke Pelton (Provided photo)

Tailor Brooke Pelton, 26, of Philipsburg went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2017 at her residence.

Born Jan. 12, 1991, she was the daughter of Scott Wilkinson of Morrisdale and Angela Potts Gates of Howard.

On Nov. 14, 2015 at the Lanse Evangelical Free Church, Lanse, she wed Kyle S. Pelton, who survives at home with their son, Sawyer Pelton.

Also surviving are her brother, Justin Wilkinson of Morrisdale; her maternal grandparents, Gary and Sheila Potts of Morrisdale; paternal grandparents, Carl Sr. and Georgianna Wilkinson of Morrisdale; maternal great-grandmother, Mary Jane Rothrock of Woodland; and father and mother-in-law, Stephen and Linda Pelton of Winburne.

She was preceded in death by her paternal great-grandparents, Charles and Helen Willett; maternal great-grandfather, Wesley Rothrock; paternal great-grandmother, Mildred Saggese; maternal great-grandparents, Burton and Janet Potts; and her uncle, Charles Wilkinson.

She was a 2009 graduate of the West Branch Area High School, Allport, and went on to receive her Associate’s degree in 2011 in nursing at Lock Haven University.

She completed her education with a Bachelor’s degree in nursing at Clarion University. She was employed as a registered nurse at Geisinger, Grays Woods, Pa.

Family and friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday at the Gospel Chapel, Woodland.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Gospel Chapel, Woodland, with the Rev. W. Lee Casher officiating. Burial will be in the Allport Cemetery, Allport.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to: Dr. Gary Hammer, Adrenal Cancer Research, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48109.

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

Obituary Notice: Betty Gallo (Provided photo)

Betty Gallo fell asleep in death Nov. 22, 2017 in (North) Philipsburg, where she lived most of her life. In recent years, she has been at the Windy Hill Village, PSL, due to failing health.

She was born Dec. 9, 1926. She was a graduate of the former Bigler Township High School, Madera.

At birth, her name was Elizabeth Christine Richards, but everyone knew her as Betty.

On Nov. 19, 1949, she married Paul Gallo from (North) Philipsburg; she has since been known as Betty Gallo.

She had four children, Wayne, Paul John “Jack,” Michal “Shelly” and Lisa; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

Everyone knew her as a very hard worker. She was most noted for teaching and talking about the Bible.

She was baptized Oct. 7, 1963, as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and had been an active member ever since.

She was the eldest of eight children and is survived by her sister, “Sis,” in California; a brother, Bill in Ohio; a sister, Carol in Arizona; and a brother, Carl in Florida.

She will be sadly missed by all who knew her for she was a very special person.

The family gives a special thanks to all the nurses and caretakers at Windy Hill Village and Penn Highlands Clearfield Hospice for their support and care in her last days.

The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, 719 E. Spruce St., Philipsburg.

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

Obituary Notice: Brenda L. Luzier (Provided photo)

Brenda L. Luzier, 56, of DuBois died Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017 at her home.

Born Dec. 16, 1960 in Clearfield, she is the daughter of the late Thomas and Ruth (Hess) Luzier.

She made her home with Randy Giles.

She was a homemaker and a member of the Clearfield Fraternal Order of Eagles.

She is survived by two children, William L. Bloom (Peggy Wisor) of St. Marys and Jessica B. Maines (Harry Tipton) of Lavergne, Tenn., and their father, Michael Maines of DuBois; two sisters, Delores “Dee” Hess and Darlene Luzier, both of Clearfield; two brothers, Kenny Luzier of Niles, Ohio and Ronald Luzier of Houtzdale; and one granddaughter.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesday, which will be followed by a memorial service at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc.

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

Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Notice: Rose Marie Murawski (Provided photo)

Rose Marie Murawski, 63, of Morann died Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2017 at home.

Born March 3, 1954 in Philipsburg, she was the daughter of Josephine (Moscollic) Murawski of Morann and the late John Murawski.

She was a 1972 graduate of the Moshannon Valley High School. She was a member of St. Barbara PNCC in Houtzdale.

She worked as a seamstress at Campalong and as a caregiver for her parents.  She loved crafts, shopping and the Christmas season.  She was a loving godmother and aunt.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her three brothers, John (Barb) Murawski and Matt (Katie) Murawski, both of Houtzdale, and Jody (Lori) Murawski of Ginter.

She is also survived by nieces and nephews, Jonathan, Vanessa, Jacob, Ben and Emily.

The family will receive friends from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday and from 9:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m. Monday at Kruise-Spewock Funeral & Cremation Service Inc., Ramey.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the St. Barbara’s Polish National Catholic Church, Houtzdale, with Fr. Andres Simental as celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Barbara PNCC Cemetery.

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

Obituary Notice: Mildred Collins Fulton (Provided photo)

Mildred Collins Fulton, 98, of DuBois died Thursday, Nov. 23, 2017 at the DuBois Nursing Home.

Born Dec. 31, 1918 in Olanta, she was the daughter of the late Robert H. and Gertrude H. (Hoyt) Collins.

She was a 1936 graduate of the Curwensville High School.

On June 28, 1941, she married Robert W. Fulton.  He preceded her in death Jan. 16, 1976.

She was formerly employed at Gates Hardware in Grampian, and Sears Robuck of Indiana, Pa.  She retired from Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Richmond, Va., where she worked in the filing department

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in DuBois, a former member of the Maple Avenue Hospital Auxiliary and the American Red Cross Blood Mobile.

She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother to her family. She was an avid 500 and Bridge player.

She is survived by two sons, R. Larry Fulton and his wife, Edith of Luthersburg and Randell L. Fulton and his wife, Wanda of DuBois; four grandchildren, Susan, Doug, Tammy and Ryan; one step grandchild, Logan; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Robert D. Collins and a granddaughter, Carlee Ann Fulton.

There will be no public visitation and a private funeral service will be held from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc. with Pastor Rick Howe officiating. Burial will follow in Morningside Cemetery.

The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences can be made to www.baronickfuneralhome.com.

Bruce D. Kuntz, 60, of DuBois died Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2017 at his home.

Born Aug. 7, 1957, he was the son of the late Henry Kuntz and Alice (Ackrom) Kuntz. She survives and lives in DuBois.

On Sept. 16, 1977, he married Diane C. Dunworth. She preceded him in death Jan. 10, 2015.

He was a mobile x-ray technician for MXI Inc. Previous to that, he had worked at Brockway Pressed Metals.

He was active in coaching baseball at all levels of the DuBois Little League. He had coached the DuBois American Legion Post 17 baseball team.

He is survived by two children, Shannon Lathrop of Slickville, Pa., and Derek Kuntz of DuBois; one sister, Marsha Obremski and her husband, Chet of Williamsburg, Va.; and a granddaughter, Madison Lathrop.

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

Memorials may be place with the DuBois Little League, P.O. Box 71, DuBois, PA 15801.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc.

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

Ernest L. Lowe, 72, died Nov. 18, 2017 at his residence in Houtzdale.

He is survived by his wife, Carol A. Lowe of Houtzdale,  and four children, Melinda and her husband, John Gorman of Altoona, Kristie and her husband, Michael Knotts of Belington, W.Va., Michael and his wife, Kim Lowe of Roaring Springs and Heather and her husband, John Gaines of New Jersey.

He also has five grandchildren, Shane, Josiah, Myckenza, Trevor and Carlie. His parents were Ernest W. Lowe and Mae C. Lowe of Morgan Run.

He is survived by two sisters, Alice and her husband, Roger Lamb of Houtzdale and Valerie and her husband, Tom of Alabama and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Dec. 9, at the Ohio United Methodist Church in Morgan Run. The Rev. Michelle Bodle will be the officiator of the service; friends and family are welcome.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to be made to Carol Lowe, 66 Friendship Mine Rd., Houtzdale, PA 16651.

Dorine A. Fetter, 86, of Osceola Mills died Friday, Nov. 24, 2017 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Clearfield.

Born Feb. 13, 1931 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Victor and Winifred (Ash) Slish.

She married Joseph William Fetter Sr. on Dec. 8, 1951 in Niagara Falls, NY. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 2015.

She was of the Christian faith. She was a homemaker and graduated from LaSalle High School in Niagara Falls, NY.

Along with her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sons, Victor P. Fetter and Joseph W. Fetter Jr.

She is survived by two sons, Richard D. Fetter and his wife, Elizabeth of Henderson, NC and Vincent A. Fetter and his wife, Mary of Niagara Falls, NY; one sister, Carol Porter of Niagara Falls, NY; and four grandchildren, Krystal Fetter, Victor Fetter, Travis Fetter and Sheila Fetter.

At the request of Mrs. Fetter, there will be no viewing or service.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Cody L. Bush (Provided photo)

Cody L. Bush, 26, of Osceola Mills died Friday, Nov. 24, 2017 in Osceola Mills.

Born Nov. 28, 1990 in State College, he was the son of Richard L. and Robin R. (Laskowsky) Bush of Osceola Mills.

He was of the Christian faith.

He was a construction worker. He was a 2010 graduate of the Philipsburg-Osceola High School.

He also graduated from the Central PA Institute of Science and Technology for HVAC.  He was a member of the Morann Rod and Gun Club.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ivan L. Bush and Charles F. and Maxine Laskowsky.

Along with his parents, he is survived by one sister, Lindsey Niebauer and her husband, Nathaniel of Houtzdale; one brother, Dustin R. Bush of Osceola Mills; and one grandmother, Martha J. Bush of Osceola Mills.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Osceola Mills with the Rev. William Murphy officiating.  Burial will be at the Umbria Cemetery in Osceola Mills.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Clearfield County Community Action, Crossroads Project for Domestic Violence, 105 Grace Way, Punxsutawney, PA 15767.

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

Obituary Notice: Beth Ann Schultz and Victoria Ann Schultz (Provided photo)

Beth Ann Schultz, 47, and Victoria Ann Schultz, 21, of Osceola Mills died at their home Friday, Nov. 24, 2017.

Beth was born Oct. 19, 1970 in Tyrone.  She was the daughter of Alvin and Kathryn (Grossmer) Herr of Osceola Mills.

She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osceola Mills.

Beth was employed at the Geisinger Medical Center in Philipsburg and at Target in State College.

She was a 1989 graduate of the Philipsburg-Osceola High School. She graduated in 1991 from the South Hills Business School in State College.

Along with her parents, Beth is survived by one daughter, Jessica A. Schultz of Osceola Mills; two brothers, Jeffrey Herr and his wife, Traci and Allan Herr and his wife, Diane, all of Philipsburg; and one grandson, Gavin M. Blake-Schultz, at home.

Victoria Ann was born Nov. 25, 1995 in State College.  She was the daughter of John M. Schultz of Philipsburg and the late Beth Ann (Herr) Schultz. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osceola Mills.

Victoria was employed at Target in State College and also worked part-time at the Penn Stater Hotel in State College.

She was a 2014 graduate of the Philipsburg-Osceola High School and had attended Mount Aloysius College in Cresson.

Along with her father, Victoria is survived by one sister, Jessica A. Schultz of Osceola Mills; one brother, George Schultz and his wife, Angie of Williamsport; and one niece and nephew, Mia and Gavin.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Beth and Victoria will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osceola Mills, with the Rev. Father Robert Horgas as celebrant.  Burial will be at the St. Joseph Cemetery in Osceola Mills.

There will be no visitation.

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

Memorial contributions may be made to Alvin and Kathryn Herr, 400 Elizabeth St., Osceola Mills, PA 16666 to be used for medical expenses for Jessica A. Schultz.

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

Obituary Notice: Albert Clair Brunelli (Provided photo)

Albert Clair Brunelli, 64, of Weedville died peacefully Friday, Nov. 24, 2017 surrounded by his loving family at Christ the King Manor in DuBois where he was a resident.

He was born Aug. 21, 1953 in St. Marys, the son of Albert R. Brunelli of Weedville and the late Jean Y. Brown of DuBois.

He was a graduate of the DuBois Area High School in the class of 1972.

For many years, he was employed at the Truck Stop of America in Brookville and the Bonanza in DuBois.

He was not only an exceptional son, but also a great brother and uncle. He never complained about anything, always having a smile on his face and being easy going.

He lived a simple life, loved his family and enjoyed spending time at the family camp on Winslow Hill, where he observed one of his favorite animals – elk.

He also enjoyed playing Bingo at the Bennetts Valley Senior Center where he was a member. Those who knew him absolutely loved him.

He is survived by his father, Albert R. Brunelli of Weedville; three sisters, Lana (Rawland) Cogan of Weedville, Melissa Brunelli Eckford of Kersey and Pamela Brunelli of St. Marys; and one brother, Thomas Brown of DuBois.

He is survived by four nephews, Cody and Jess Cogan of Weedville, Mitchell Gennocro of California, Md., and Dalton Gennocro of St. Marys and one niece, Adair Gennocro of West Palm Beach, Fla.

He is also survived by his aunt, Diane (Joseph) Caliari of Weedville and cousins, Tanya (Ben) Witherson of Weedville and Jeffrey Caliari of Baltimore, Md.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Jean Y. Brown and step-father, Donald V. Brown; maternal grandparents, Clair and Loretta Gallagher; and paternal grandparents, Mary and Gaetano Brunelli.

The family will receive friends at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Benezette United Methodist Church.  The memorial service will begin at 11 a.m., and it will be officiated by Pastor Missy Smith.

Memorials, if desired, may be presented to the Bennetts Valley Senior Center, 149 Plum St., P.O Box 77, Weedville, PA 15868

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff at Christ the King Manor for their excellent care and overwhelming kindness.

The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences can be made to www.baronickfuneralhome.com.

Dolores B. Saupp, 88, of (Hudson) RD Philipsburg died Thursday, Nov. 23, 2017 at Windy Hill Village, PSL, Philipsburg.

She was born Sept. 1, 1929 in Ginter, a daughter of the late Carl Edward and Elizabeth (Pochedley) Swanson.

She was a graduate of the former Bigler Township High School, Madera.

She was employed with several area businesses throughout her working career, including the former Houtzdale Sylvania plant, the former Philipsburg General Cigar plant and finally Charles Navasky & Co., Philipsburg.

She was a dedicated homemaker following her career outside the home.

She was married in July of 1955 in Philadelphia to Robert D. Saupp, who survives at home.

She is also survived by one daughter, Diane M. Herr and her husband, Allan of RD Philipsburg and a number of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by one sister, Dorothy Dombrosky and one brother, Donald Swanson, in addition to her parents.

Her hobbies included gardening and reading.

A private funeral service will be held at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, 719 E. Spruce St., Philipsburg, with the Rev. John Gibbons officiating. Burial will be in I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Brisbin.

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

Obituary Notice: Arthur P. Allen (Provided photo)

Arthur P. Allen, 76, of DuBois died Saturday, Nov. 25, 2017 at Christ the King Manor in DuBois.

Born July 13, 1941, he was the son of the late Leo W. and Virginia D. (Copenhaver) Allen.

He had worked at the Holiday Inn and Pizza Hut in DuBois for many years. He had also worked custodial duties at the St. Catherine’s Church.

He was very active in church affairs throughout his life.  He was a member of the St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, where he served as an usher for many years.

He was an officer and member of the former Ancient Order of Hibernians, and he was a past member of the Blue Army and Legion of Mary.

He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 519, and he was a fourth-degree Knights of Columbus Assembly No. 2661.

He is survived by a brother, Robert L. Allen of Clearwater, Fla.; a sister, Judith Allen Stouffer of Brandon, Fla.; two nephews and a niece; and two great-nephews and two great-nieces.

Friends will be received from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc.

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 and Fr. Matias Quimno co-celebrating.

Burial will follow in the St. Catherine Cemetery.

Memorials may be placed with Christ the King Manor, 1100 W. Long Ave., and or St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, 116 S. State St., both in DuBois, PA 15801.

Obituary Notice: Harry Lee Bair (Provided photo)

Harry Lee Bair, 62, of Morrisdale died Sunday, Nov. 26, 2017 at Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College.

He was born July 13, 1955 in Morrisdale, a son of David and Mary Thelma (Lockey) Bair, both of whom preceded him in death.

He was a Christian. He graduated in 1975 from the West Branch Area High School.

He was employed as a carpenter throughout his working career. He was also a life member of the Lincoln Slovak Political Club, Hawk Run.

He enjoyed gardening, wild berry picking and having a good time with his family and friends.

He is survived by numerous cousins and dear friends.

A funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg, with Pastor Jim Hollister officiating.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Allport Cemetery, Allport.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, 719 E. Spruce St., Philipsburg, PA 16866.

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

Sue Ellen Pleskonko, 70, of RD Philipsburg died Saturday, Nov.25, 2017 at her residence.

She was born Aug. 15, 1947 in Niagara Falls, NY, a daughter of the late Melvin B. and Inez C. (Mostyn) Chatham. She was of the Catholic faith.

She was a 1965 graduate of the Philipsburg-Osceola Area High School. She then furthered her education and graduated from the former Philipsburg State General Hospital School of Nursing in 1968.

Following nursing school, she began her profession as a registered nurse in California. She then moved back to Pennsylvania to work at several area healthcare facilities throughout the remainder of her nursing career.

These included the former Philipsburg State General Hospital; Centre Community Hospital/Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College; the former Philipsburg Area Hospital; and The Meadows, Centre Hall.

She was married Aug. 17, 1968 in North Tonawanda, NY, to Lynn M. Pleskonko, who survives at home.

She is also survived by two daughters, Marjann Young and Taraleigh Pleskonko, both of Houtzdale, and two grandchildren, Ashley Brady of State College and Peter J. Young of Altoona.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Patricia Hogan, in addition to her parents.

She was an avid reader. She also enjoyed the outdoors, traveling, horseback riding and loved animals in general.

There will be no public visitation or memorial service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s local SPCA or online at www.pspca.org.

The arrangements are under the direction of the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, 719 E. Spruce St., Philipsburg.

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

Dorothy K. Krey, 96, of DuBois and formerly of Clearfield, died Nov. 27, 2017 at the DuBois Nursing Home.

She was born Oct. 21, 1921 in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, the daughter of the late Will and Glen Kriener.

She was a homemaker and Methodist by faith. She was a proud member of the Republican Party.

She is survived by a grandson, Tom Conner of Gainesville, Va. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles H. Krey; and daughter, Cindy Lowe.

At the wishes of the family, there will be no services. Burial will be in Rock Creek Cemetery, Washington, D.C.

Memorial contributions can be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

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

Violet Mae Freeman Keller, 90, of Clearfield died Nov. 27, 2017 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

She was born Oct. 21, 1927 as the daughter of the late Montgomery and Germaine (Vermeulen) Shaw.

Retired, she had worked for Berg Electronics for 22 years as an inspector.

She graduated from the Clearfield Area High School in 1945. She attended the Hyde Wesleyan Church.

She is survived by her two children, Don Freeman and his wife, Norma of Olanta and Gloria Gill and her husband, Dennis of Clearfield; two step-children, Joyce Brungart and her husband, Ron of Lock Haven and Ernest Keller and his wife, Amy of Clearfield; four grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren with another on the way; two step-grandchildren; and two step-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Earl Freeman; second husband, Willis Keller; and four brothers, Theodore, Blaine, Robert and Raymond Shaw.

The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Friday at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Croft officiating. Burial will be in Crown Crest Memorial Park.

Memorials can be made in her memory to Hyde Wesleyan Church Mission Fund.

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