Stephanne Zolyak McAleer, 75, of State College and formerly of Ramey and Exton, Pa., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2017 at home.

Born Dec. 7, 1941 in Philipsburg, she was the daughter of the late Steve and Susan (Holobinko) Zolyak.

She was a life-long member of the St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, Ramey, and also recently of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, State College.

She was employed by Penn State University for many years. She then worked as a legal secretary/paralegal for the remainder of her 50-year career.

She is survived by a sister, Linda Canner and her husband, Dr. Stephen of Asheville, NC and a nephew, Adam Zolyak and his wife, Valerie of Denver, Colo.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Jack Zolyak.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, State College.  Father Antony Sudherson will be celebrant. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Four Diamonds THON Fund, Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital, 90 Hope Dr., A 120, P.O. Box 852, Hershey, PA 17033.

Condolences may be sent to: www.kruise-spewock.com.

Jesse T. Schmuck, 89, of DuBois died Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017 at the DuBois Nursing Home. He was born June 25, 1928 in Hanover, Pa.

On Dec. 12, 1970, he married Patricia Joan (Erickson) Schmuck. She preceded him in death Aug. 3, 2017.

He retired as an industrial contractor from Pennsylvania Gas Company.

He was part of the country music duo, The Country Couple, along with his wife, Patricia for 30 years.

In his later years, he was a devoted, caring and adoring father, grandfather and great-grandfather. His beloved friend and chess challenger, Charles Winkler, will miss him.

He is survived by a son, Thomas Schmuck of Winter Haven, Fla., a step-daughter, Patricia Plummer of DuBois, four grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.

There will be no public visitation. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Normia “Pinky” Little (Provided photo)

Normia Jean Elizabeth (Johnston) Little, 89, of Pittsburgh died Monday, Nov. 27, 2017.

Known as “Pinky” to her friends, she was born May 2, 1928 in Winona, Mo., to the late William and Iva Johnston.  She grew up in Halstead, Kan.

She was preceded in death by siblings, Samuel Johnston, Gladys Partridge, Theodore Johnston, Ruby Ratzlaff, Wright Johnston, Elmer Johnston, Barbara Pfaffly and Sharron Gaede.

She was the wife of the late Alexis Little. She is survived by sons, Michael Little of Columbus, Wis., Patrick Little and his wife, Judy of Claremont, Calif., and Steven Little and his wife, Adrienne of Pittsburgh.

She was the beloved grandmother of Jennifer MacRostie, Kevin Little, Megan Little, Thomas Little, Alexa Little and Caroline Little and the great-grandmother of Deacon MacRostie.

She was a former Air Force WAF surgical technician, serving at Murphy General Hospital in Waltham, Mass.  She was also a devoted mother and grandmother.

She provided her children and grandchildren with an excellent role model of a strong, independent woman. She entertained us all with her stories of days past.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 30 at H.P. Brandt Funeral Home Inc., 1032 Perry Hwy., Pittsburgh, PA 15237.

Additionally, friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1 at the Johnson Funeral Home in Grassflat.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 at the St. Severin Church. A reception will follow at the Parish Center, Route 53, Drifting.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Air Force Aid Society (afas.org).

Obituary Notice: Tracy Lee O’Dell (Provided photo)

Tracy Lee O’Dell, 51, of Curwensville died Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017 at her home.

Born Dec. 8, 1965 in Clearfield, she was the daughter of Orville Jerome O’Dell of Grampian and Ruby D. (Swatsworth) Hummel of Clearfield.

She was of the Christian faith. She was a homemaker.

She graduated from the Curwensville Area High School and Clearfield County Career & Technology Center in cosmetology.

Along with her parents, she is survived by one daughter, Courteney Lee O’Dell of Punxsutawney; one sister, Barbara O’Dell of Clearfield; one brother, James O’Dell of DuBois; and numerous aunts, uncles, nephews and cousins.

A memorial service will follow at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to her mother: Ruby D. Hummel, 406 Turnpike Ave., Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Rita J. Kennedy (Provided photo)

Rita J. Kennedy, 83, of Osceola Mills died Friday, Dec. 1, 2017 at the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.

Born Nov. 1, 1934 in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Patkalitsky) Buynak.

She married Ardell R. Kennedy on April 26, 1952 in Osceola Mills. He survives at home.

She was a member of the Osceola Mills United Methodist Church.

She was retired from Commercial Printing in State College.  She had worked for the former Osceola Mills Leader, the former Steel Publications in Osceola Mills.

She was a 1952 graduate of the former Osceola Mills High School.  She was a member of TOPS and a volunteer at the Osceola Mills Food Bank.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Veronica Yost and one brother, Chester Buynak.

Along with her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Cindy J. Neidrick and her husband, Joseph of Osceola Mills and one son, Dennis A. Kennedy and his wife, Myrna of Hampstead, Md.

She is survived by five grandchildren, Joseph Neidrick, Bethany Neidrick, Abbey (Kennedy) Will, Grace Kennedy and Graeme Kennedy and two great-grandchildren, Lillian Neidrick and Nora Neidrick.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Osceola Mills United Methodist Church with Pastor Beth Stutler officiating.  Burial will be at the Umbria Cemetery in Osceola Mills.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Osceola Mills and from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Osceola Mills Food Bank, 601 Lingle St., Osceola Mills, PA 16666 or to the Osceola Mills United Methodist Church, 303 Curtin St., Osceola Mills, PA 16666.

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

Margaret Elaine Hullihen, 76, of DuBois and formerly of Penfield, died Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017 at the home of her daughter, Linda Pentz, after a lengthy illness.

Born April 27, 1941 in Clearfield, she was the daughter of John James and Stella Lavina (Patterson) Hunt.

Mrs. Hullihen was a homemaker and also had worked for Van Hullihen Trucking as a secretary.

On April 30, 1958, she wed Charles Albert Hullihen, who preceded her in death April 8, 1993.  She was also preceded in death by her parents; a son, James Hullihen; a brother, James D. Hunt Sr.; and a sister, Marlene Ricketts.

Surviving are three daughters, Gale Schickling and her husband, Richard of Clearfield, Linda Pentz of DuBois and Sylvia Sherwood of Penfield.

Also surviving are 13 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; a brother, William Patterson and his wife, Joan of Kerrmoor; and a dear family friend and companion, John Potempa of DuBois.

Services for Mrs. Hullihen will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville with Pastor Sara Sedrick officiating.  Burial will be in the Fruit Hill Cemetery, Ansonville.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday and from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.

The family suggests contributions be made to Penn Highlands Community Nurses/Hospice, 757 Johnsonburg Rd., Suite 200, St. Marys, PA 15857.

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: Nerissa J. Broad (Provided photo)

Nerissa J. Broad, 73, of Luthersburg died Friday, Dec. 1, 2017 at Penn Highlands DuBois.  She was born Dec. 4, 1944 in DuBois, the daughter of the late Robert “Bud” and E. Jean (Peoples) Broad.

Retired, she had worked for Agape as an administrative director. She received a Bachelor’s degree in education from Clarion University of Pennsylvania. She had a deep love for the Lord and animals.

She is survived by her three siblings, Carol Gifford of Home, Pa., Charles Broad of Albany, NY and Kathy Wisneski of DuBois. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Robert H. Broad; and a nephew, Robert W. Broad.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6, at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc. with the Rev. Harold Hills officiating. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5 at the funeral home. An additional hour of viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until the hour of services Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions can be made in her memory to: Smithtown Community Church, 3154 Smithtown Rd., Falls Creek, PA 15840 or Clearfield SPCA, 275 21st St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

Enlow R. Campbell Jr., 86, of Smithmill died Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017 at Epworth Manor, Tyrone.

Born April 26, 1931 in Blandburg, he was the son of the late Enlow R. and B. Catherine (Bouch) Campbell.

On Oct. 22, 1955, he married Phoebe Waite in Winchester, Va.  She preceded him in death in 2004.

He is a U.S. Navy veteran, where he served during the Korean War. He was a life member of the Stephen Kandrach Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6321 in Smithmill.

He was also a member of The International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Local 9.

He will be deeply missed by three daughters, Shelia (Richard) Flick of State College, Lisa Vallery of Ephrata and Virginia Campbell of Smithmill; four sons, George Waite of Van Ormer, Enlow (Dorothy) Campbell III of Stephens, Pa., and Sam (Tess) Campbell and Ernest Campbell, both of Smithmill; 15 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by one sister, Alice Walker; two brothers, Vernon and Arthur Campbell; two grandchildren, Heather Phillips and Lacey Campbell; and two great-grandchildren, McKayla McCoy and Caydence Campbell.

The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. -8 p.m. Tuesday and from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Kruise-Spewock Funeral & Cremation Services Inc., Ramey.

Pastor Neal Stevens will officiate the funeral service.  Burial with military honors will follow in Utahville Cemetery.

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

Obituary Notice: Joseph E. “Joe” Soltis Sr. (Provided photo)

Joseph E. “Joe” Soltis Sr., 84, of Philipsburg died Friday, Dec. 1, 2017 at Windy Hill Village, PSL, Philipsburg.

He was born Dec. 27, 1932 in Hawk Run, a son of John and Mary (Verost) Soltis, both of whom preceded him in death.

He was a 1951 graduate of the former Morris Township High School. Following high school, he served with the U.S. Army and was a veteran of the Korean War.

He was first employed with Curtiss-Wright Corp., formerly of Quehanna. He would then be employed with the U.S. Postal Service for 45 years until his retirement in 2004.

He was a member of the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Philipsburg. He was a life member of the Philipsburg Veterans of Foreign Wars, Louis Jenkins Post 3450, and the Military Order of Cooties, Pup Tent No. 58.

He was married Sept. 3, 1955 in Winchester, Va., to the former Ruth I. Shugarts, who preceded him in death Jan. 27, 2012.

He was also preceded in death by three sisters, Margaret Stonebraker, Mary Howe and Delores Sudik and two brothers, James and John Soltis, in addition to his parents and wife, Ruth.

He is survived by two daughters, Cindy Ann Brubaker and her husband, Stan of York and Karen Soltis of Randallstown, Md., and two sons, Joseph E. Soltis Jr. and his wife, Jackie of Philipsburg and James G. Soltis and his wife, Stacey of Osceola Mills.

He is survived by three sisters, Josephine Soltis and Marcella Hugney and her husband, Marvin, both of Hawk Run, and Annette Yingling and her husband, Bill of Philipsburg and one brother, Edward Soltis and his wife, Barbara of Hawk Run.

He is also survived by five grandchildren, Spencer J. and Joshua D. Brubaker, both of York, James J. Soltis and his wife, Niki of Philipsburg and Ryan J. and Samantha Jo Soltis, both of Osceola Mills; a great-grandson, Keegan T. Soltis of Philipsburg; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Philipsburg, with the Rev. John Gibbons as celebrant.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg.

The recitation of the Rosary will be at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Cemetery, RD Philipsburg.

Military honors will be accorded by the Moshannon Valley Independent Honor Guard.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 400 S. Fourth St., Philipsburg, PA 16866 or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Obituary Notice: Leo W. “Pook” Turner (Provided photo)

Leo Walter “Pook” Turner, 87, of West Decatur died Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Clearfield, surrounded by his family, after a lengthy illness.

Born Aug. 28, 1930 in Woodland, he was the son of Leo and Nellie Wilma (McTavish) Turner.

Mr. Turner had first been employed by Williams Grove Clay Products (Glen-Gerry Corp.) of Bigler. He then worked for Bradford Coal Co. of Bigler and J.J. Powell Co. He later retired from Harbison-Walker Mining and Refractories of Clearfield.

He was a member of the Salem United Methodist Church of West Decatur, where he had taught Bible studies and was a trustee and usher.

His activities included baseball, which involved coaching and managing both little and teener league teams; softball; bowling; and square dancing with the Chinklacamoose Squares.

On Aug. 15, 1952 in the Salem Evangelical United Brethren Church (United Methodist Church), he wed the former Elizabeth Louise “Betty Lou” Shaw, who survives.

He’s survived by four children, Robert “Bob” Turner and his wife, Ann and Gary Turner and his wife, Dolly, both of West Decatur; the Rev. Brenda Leigey and her husband, Allen of Woodland and Theresa Krise and her husband, Russell of Allport.

He is survived by eight grandchildren, Mindy and her husband, Neal, Darren and his wife, Heather, Nathan and his wife, Misti, Leah and her husband, Barry, Stacey and her husband, Dan, Skyler, Macala and Austin; eight great-grandchildren, Hannah, Aarron, Taylor, Dylan, Evelyn, Owen, Elsey and Courtney; and a great-great granddaughter, Elliot Rose.

In addition, he is survived by a brother and two sisters, Gordon Turner and his wife, Sylvia and Charlotte McBride,, both of Clearfield, and Eileen Robenolt and her husband, Ardell “Buddy” of Ohio.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Mary Clark and Bonnie Britton.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Salem United Methodist Church in West Decatur with the Rev. Michael Knepp officiating. Burial will be in the Bigler Cemetery.

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

The family suggests contributions be made to either the Salem United Methodist Church, c/o Mrs. Sandie Shively, 1676 Wallaceton-Bigler Hwy., West Decatur, PA 16878, the American Cancer Society, 108R N. Second St., Suite 1B Clearfield, PA 16830 or the Clearfield County SPCA, 275 21^st St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

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

Marietta “Mert” Berg Flood of Houtzdale died peacefully in her home Dec. 3, 2017.

She is survived by her children, Rick Simmons and his wife, Kari of Brisbin and Jennifer Belella and her husband, Tom of Houtzdale.

She is survived by her four grandchildren, Austin Simmons and Trinity Baughman, both of Houtzdale, Kaleb Tucker and his fiancée, Courtney Mohney of Butler and Israel Tucker and boyfriend, Logan Glace of Brisbin.

She is survived by her brothers, Richard Berg and his wife, Barbara of Vineland, NJ and Randy Berg of Houtzdale; sister, Darlene Spencer and her husband, William of Mahaffey; and sister-in-law, Jane Berg of Houtzdale. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

She was born Jan. 17, 1947 in Sterling, Pa., to the late John and Alice (Bookhammer) Berg.

She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Lawrence and John Berg and sisters, Barbara Berg, Donna Estock, Elizabeth Colton and Margaret Pennington.

In addition to cherishing her family, she enjoyed fishing, watching golf and socializing with her friends.

She was a hard-working individual and was loved and respected by anyone who had the joy of calling her family and friend.

She died peacefully in her home after a short illness.  She will be remembered by all as a giving and loving person whose quick wit always put a smile on your face.

A small private service will be held for immediate family at Reed’s Funeral Home at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking any donations to be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105 or www.stjude.org.

Alfred P. ‘Al’ Pallo, 78, of Clearfield died Monday, Dec. 4, 2017 at the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh.

He was born July 23, 1939 in Hawk Run, a son of the late Joseph and Mary (Patrick) Pallo.

Mr. Pallo retired in 1994 after 33 years of teaching and serving as a secondary counselor in the Moshannon Valley School System.

He was a member of the St. Francis Catholic Church and a fourth-degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Clearfield, having served as a past Grand Knight.

He was also a member of the Benevolent Protective Order of Elks No. 540 of Clearfield, the Mosquito Creek Sportsman’s Club, the Pulaski Club of DuBois, the Curwensville Rescue Hose & Ladder Company, the Croatian Club in Smoke Run and the Lincoln Political Club.   He was also a member of the Lock Haven Alumni Association.

He was a graduate of Morris Township High School, Lock Haven University and Indiana University of Pennsylvania where he received a Master’s degree.

He enjoyed playing the accordion for most of his life in various polka bands and most recently the Vagabonds.

He is survived by three children, Christine Owens and her husband, Michael and Patrick Pallo and his wife, Megan, both of Clearfield, and Paulette Kitko and her husband, Ken of Flinton.

He is survived by three grandsons, Jude Patrick Pallo, Matthew James Pallo and Luke Andrew Pallo; two sisters, Theresa Szucs and Barbara Schaar and her husband, David, all of Ohio; a brother, Joseph Pallo and his wife, Tillie of Hilton Head, SC; a sister-in-law, Kerry Kane Gardner and her husband, Dave of Dover, Del.; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Peggie K. (Kane) Pallo, on April 15, 2012 and to whom he was wed Aug. 10, 1963 in St. Francis Church, Clearfield.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 10 a.m. Friday at the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield, with Msgr. Henry L. Krebs as celebrant.  Burial will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Clearfield.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday and from 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Friday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield.

At the funeral home Thursday, a Christian Vigil Service will be observed at 1:45 p.m. and the Rosary will be recited at 5 p.m.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to St. Francis Educational Endowment Fund or to the St. Francis Adopt A Student, 212 S. Front St., Clearfield.

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

Obituary Notice: Vaughn R. Owens (Provided photo)

Vaughn R. Owens, 97, of DuBois died Monday, Dec. 4, 2017 at the DuBois Nursing Home.

Born Dec. 31, 1919 in Reynoldsville, he was the son of the late Raymond and Mamie (Anderson) Owens.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy who served during World War II.

On July 4, 1941, he married Virginia (Bechtel) Owens. She survives.

He retired from Rockwell International Manufacturing. Prior to that, he worked for Tri County News from many years.

He was a member of the Christ Lutheran Church, the J.E. DuBois Hose Company No. 3, Dad’s Horseshoe Club and the George D. Montgomery American Legion Post No. 17.

He is survived by three sons, Denny Owens and his wife, Judy of DuBois, Deb Owens and his wife, Barbara of Land O’Lakes, Fla., and Steve Owens of Lewes, Del.; four grandchildren, Doug, Greg and Justin Owens and Darla Johnston; and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Delbert Owens.

There will be no public visitation.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 22 at the Christ Lutheran Church with Pastor John Miller officiating.

Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery.

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

Memorials may be place with the Christ Lutheran Church, 875 Sunflower Dr., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Lena P. Finney, 73, of Philipsburg died Monday, Dec. 4, 2017 surrounded by family and friends at Windy Hill Village, Philipsburg.

Born Feb. 14, 1944 in Bigler, she was the daughter of the late Maynard and Lena P (Maines) Hazel.

She was a member of the New Life Center in Philipsburg.

She was employed as a seamstress at JBC of Madera. She was also a member of Skills in Philipsburg.

She enjoyed playing Bingo, fishing and making canvas needle point crafts for her friends.

On Oct. 20, 1973, she married Lowell Finney, who survives in Philipsburg.

She was the last of her generation and is survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, eight brothers and seven sisters

Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., Houtzdale, with Pastor John Dill officiating.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery.

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

Obituary Notice: Wendy L. Meighen (Provided photo)

Wendy L. Meighen, 50, of DuBois died Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2017 at Penn Highlands DuBois.

Born March 30, 1967, she was the daughter of Robert Kuntz (Kathy), who survives and lives in DuBois, and Patricia (Guiher) Smith (Leroy), who survives and lives in Falls Creek.

On May 14, 1994, she married Kurt W. Meighen. He survives.

She was a homemaker and she was a member of the Christ Lutheran Church in DuBois.

She had been very active for the past seven years with the DuBois Area Football Boosters.

She loved baking, camping and going to NASCAR races. Most of all, she loved her family.

She is survived by two sons, Caleb J. and Cole R. Meighen, both of DuBois; one sister, Kim Youngdahl and her husband, Jason of Brockway; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc.

A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Christ Lutheran Church with Pastors John and Amy Miller officiating.

Although flowers are appreciated, the family request that donations be made to the DuBois Ministerial Food Pantry, P.O. Box 157, DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Obituary Notice: Pearl A. Stiner (Provided photo)

Pearl A. Stiner, 83, of Morrisdale died Monday, Dec. 4, 2017 at home.

Mrs. Stiner was born Jan. 3, 1934 in Bigler, the daughter of Charles K. and Rosie B. (Maines) Maines.

She was a homemaker and had worked for Matags in Philipsburg for 17 years as a seamstress.

Mrs. Stiner was a member of the Church of Christ, LeContes Mills, and most recently Clearfield.

She is survived by four children, Charlotte Green, Sonny Stiner and his companion, Armentae, Jeff Stiner and Sonnaay Stiner and his companion, Cathy, all of Morrisdale; two step-sons, Duane Stiner and his wife, Patty of Houtzdale and Calvin Stiner of New York; nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter; and a number of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Willard J. Stiner, who died Oct. 21, 1998; two grandchildren; two sisters, Garnetta Rothrock and Doris Whitesell; two brothers, Charles and Grover Maines; and a nephew.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc. of Clearfield with her nephew Minister Raymond Stiner officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Morrisdale.

Friends will be received from 11 a.m. Monday until the time of services at the funeral home.

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

Obituary Notice: Darin R. Ferguson (Provided photo)

Darin R. Ferguson, 48, of Morrisdale died Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2017 at UPMC Susquehanna Hospital, Williamsport.

Born June 2, 1969 in Philipsburg, he was the son of the late Robert H. and Cleora J. (Smith) Ferguson.

He enjoyed the outdoors, old engines, John Deere tractors, the Dallas Cowboys and heckling others. His sense of humor and up-beat attitude were an inspiration to all who knew him.

Mr. Ferguson is survived by three sisters, Susan J. Langenbacher of Altoona, Carol A. (Gregory) Rowles of Clearfield and Julie L. (David A.) Commons of Hastings.

He is survived by five nieces and nephews, Josh (Shasta) Langenbacher of Altoona, Zach (Veronica) Langenbacher of Pittsburgh, Kristie (Eric) King of St. Benedict, Kim (Dan) Callahan of Warriors Mark and David “Matthew” (Megan) Commons of Hastings.

He is also survived by five great-nieces and great-nephews, Lacey and Logan King, Madalynn and Natalie Commons and Timothy “TJ” Callahan.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, James E. Langenbacher.

He attended the Morrisdale United Methodist Church, Morrisdale. He was a 1988 graduate of the West Branch Area Junior-Senior High School, Allport, and a 1989 graduate of Vale Tech, Blairsville, as an automotive technician.

Family and friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday at the Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, and again from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Chapel of Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, with Pastor Tina Hawkins officiating. Burial will be in the Philipsburg Cemetery, Philipsburg.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Mr. Ferguson’s caregivers and the Morrisdale community for their ongoing support over the years.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Mosquito Creek Sportsman’s Association, P.O. Box 208, Frenchville, PA 16836 or to the Morrisdale United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 12, Morrisdale, PA 16858.

Obituary Notice: Mary E. Beish (Provided photo)

Mary E. Beish, 86, of Bigler died Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2017 at Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.

She was born Aug. 11, 1931 in West Decatur, a daughter of the late John and Ethel (Green) Bumbarger.

Mrs. Beish retired after years of employment at General Cigar.  As a hobby, she loved gardening and was very proud of her flowers.

She is survived by her son, Jesse Beish and his wife, Karen of Clearfield; a grandson, Justin Beish and his wife, Lauren of Dallas, Texas; and a sister, Mabel Wood of Niagara Falls, NY.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James I. Beish, on Sept. 28, 1997, and a sister, Irene Mease.

As per the wishes of Mrs. Beish, there will be no services observed.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Bigler YMCA, P.O. Box 417, Bigler, PA 16825.

PA Simple Cremation, Clearfield, is assisting with arrangements.

To leave an online condolence, visit www.pasimplecremation.com.

Infant Jack Lloyd Deasey of DuBois died Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2017 at Penn Highlands DuBois. He was the son of Jason and Jessica (Smith) Deasey of DuBois.

He is also survived by his maternal grandmother, Karen Smith of DuBois; maternal grandfather, Richard Smith of Johnsonburg; paternal grandmother, Karen Deasey of DuBois; and two sisters, Elizabeth and Elaina Deasey.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, John “Jack” Deasey.

Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc. is in charge of arrangements.  Online condolences may be sent to www.baronickfuneralhome.com.

Gayle M. Evans, 76, of Clearfield died Dec. 5, 2017 in Philipsburg.  Born Aug. 13, 1941 in Philipsburg, she was the daughter of the late Lester and June (Dillman) Glace.

She graduated from the West Branch Area High School in the class of 1959.

She was married to Ken Evans of Clearfield.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two infant siblings, Glen and Barbara Glace; and a son, Randall Curtis.

She is survived by her husband; children, Cindi and Jim Stiver of Philipsburg, Rodney and Lori Curtis of Munson and Kelly and Michael Aughenbaugh of Olanta; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

Also surviving are her brothers, Henry and his wife, Patricia Glace of Grassflat and Thomas and his wife, Valerie Glace of Shawville.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Reed Funeral Home of Houtzdale is in charge of the arrangements.