Melva A. Odrosky, 92, of Clearfield and formerly of West Decatur, died Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2017 at Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.

Born March 19, 1925 in Curwensville, she was the daughter of the late Milton and Rose (Joy) Mays. She was a member of the Osceola Mills United Methodist Church.

She was employed at Short Way Products in Clearfield until her retirement.

She was a caring homemaker who enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She also liked taking quiet walks.

She is survived by two daughters, Doroth Odrosky of Columbus, Ohio and Patricia Hess of Clearfield and a son, Dennis (Jody) Odroskey of Houtzdale.

Also surviving are six grandchildren, Justin Strickland, Anthony Odrosly, Alexis (Justin) Craven, Renee Hess, Jonathan Odrosky and Andrew Odrosky.

She was the last of her generation.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Joseph L Odrosky, on Oct. 7, 1999; two brothers, Charles and Roy Mays; two sisters, June McBride and Dorothy Rummings; and a great-grandson, Joseph E. Odrosky.

Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family. There will be no public visitation.

Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

The arrangements are entrusted to the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., Houtzdale.

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

Betty Jane Williams, 73, of Shawville died Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2017 at her home.

Born Aug. 20, 1944 in Clearfield, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Lucinda (Harvey) Smith.

She married Thomas L. Williams on Sept. 5, 1964 in Clearfield. He survives at home.

She was of the United Methodist faith. She was retired from the Hershey Candy Co., of Reading and was a 1963 graduate of the DuBois High School.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, James and Robert Smith.

Along with her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Christine Robison of Pennfield, Pa., and Jacqueline Hockenberry of Red Hill, Pa., and two sons, Thomas L. Williams Jr. and his wife, Heather of Shippensburg, Pa., and Jefffrey Scott Williams and his wife, Karen of Woodland.

She is survived by three sisters, Jean Lindy and her husband, James of Reynoldsville, Mary Lou Killion of West Decatur and Donna Marie Mann of Philipsburg.  She is also survived by 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

There will be no funeral services or viewing.

Memorial contributions may be made to: The American Lung Association, 55 W. Wacker Dr., Suite 1150, Chicago, IL 60601.

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

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

George Caldana Jr., 64, of Irvona died Dec. 11, 2017 at UPMC Altoona.

Born May 9, 1953, Bellefonte, he was a son of George and Mary (Schall) Caldana.

He is survived by his fiancée, Lisa Gallaher of Irvona; daughter, Jamie Whitehead and her husband, Larry of Bellefonte; step-sons, James Gallaher and his wife, Cassidy of Cresson, Joseph Gallaher of Coalport and Jody Cain of Spring Mills;  and step-daughter, Amber Diehl and her husband, Harry of Irvona.

Also surviving are brothers, Richard, Raymond and Steven, all of Snow Shoe, Joey of Port Matilda and Barth of Bellefonte;  sisters, Kathy of State College, Doris of Florida, Mary Ann of Snow Shoe and Nancy, Janet, Barbara and Patricia, all of Bellefonte; and nine grandchildren

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Friends will be received from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Friday at the Lloyd-Dimmick Funeral Home Inc., Irvona.

A funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Douglas Williams officiating.  Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery, rural LaJose

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

Sussie Petriskie, 91, of (Troy) RD Philipsburg, died Saturday, Dec. 9, 2017 at Penn Highlands Clearfield.

Born Sept. 24, 1926, in Royal Oak, Mich., she was a daughter of the late John and Anne (Slother) Swartz.

She was a member of the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Philipsburg.

She was a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking and working crossword puzzles. She was an accomplished seamstress and a self-taught typist and pianist.

She was married June 20, 1945 in St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Cumberland, Md., to Frank Petriskie, who preceded her in death Aug. 29, 1988.

She was also preceded in death by one daughter, Joanne Shalla; three brothers, Michael, Paul and George Swartz; two half-sisters, Becky Stauffer and Anna Brelo; and two half-brothers, Auman and Andrew Brelo, in addition to her parents and husband.

She is survived by two daughters, Helen R. Petriskie of Fort Pierce, Fla., and Susan Jean Sharer and her husband, Boyd of (Troy) RD Philipsburg; one son, Frank G. Petriskie of West Decatur; one sister, Sophie Rebo of Clearfield; 11 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

The service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg, with the Rev. Fr. Robert McKay IV officiating.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Thursday and from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Philipsburg Cemetery.

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

Beverly J. Bannon, 95, of Philipsburg died Monday, Dec. 11, 2017 at Mountain Laurel Health & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.

She made a prior request that there would no public visitation or funeral service. Burial will be in Philipsburg Cemetery.

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.

Betty J. Aldstadt Hazeltine, 96, of Colden and formerly of Morrisdale, died quietly in her sleep Monday, Nov. 27, 2017.

Born Sept. 1, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Royal F. and Margaret Aldstadt.

She lived a long life and left an impression on others. She was a 1938 graduate of the Morris Township High School.

A long-time employee of Fisher-Price, she retired after working there for more than 40 years. As her health allowed, she would participate in many retiree luncheons.

She will be remembered for her frank and forward nature; her enjoyment of the Penn State Nittany Lions football team; and her love for hummingbirds.

She loved and was loved by her family. Her fire and obstinacy will live on in her six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

She was the last of her generation.

She was preceded in death by her husband, the late Ford Hazeltine; son, James R. Hazeltine; daughter-in-law, Julie A Wojcinski Hazeltine; parents; seven sisters; and three brothers.

Out of respect to her final wishes, her family will not be holding a memorial or visitation.

Obituary Notice: Bruce A. Blake (Provided photo)

Bruce A. Blake, 71, of Houtzdale died Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2017 at his residence.

Born Dec. 12, 1946 in Westover, he was the son of the late Ronald and Esther (Kennedy) Blake.

He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Houtzdale.

He was also a member of the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge No. 980, the Houtzdale American Legion Post No. 591 and the Morann Club.

He served with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed playing cards, pool and darts, and he loved spending time with his grandchildren.

He had worked for Kitko Wood Products and retired from the Morann Club where he was employed as a bartender.

He is survived by his children, James (Janet) Blake, Kimberly Hockenberry and Nicole Blake Gardner, all of Houtzdale, and Ronald (Jodi) Blake; seven grandchildren, Ryan Blake, Charles Richards, Tyra Blake, Tyson Blake, Blake Gardner, Aiden Rowand and Elliott Blake; and a great-grandson, Gavin Blake Schultz.

Also surviving are two brothers, Barry Blake of Philipsburg and Lavoine McKee of Milesburg and a sister, Emma Atkins of Houtzdale, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dorothy Litzinger in 2010; two brothers, Willis Blake and Richard McKee; and two sisters, Mary Jean Hazel and Linda Hoopsick.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., Houtzdale, with Robert Ford officiating.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. until the service time Monday at the funeral home.

The Houtzdale Loyal Order of Moose will hold a memorial service at 6:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Burial will be in the American Legion Cemetery, Brisbin, with graveside military honors accorded by the Houtzdale American Legion Honor Guard.

Donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Good St., Houtzdale, PA 16651.

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

Obituary Notice: Irvin “Sonny” Feaster Jr. (Provided photo)

Irvin “Sonny” Feaster Jr., 84, of rural LaJose died Dec. 14, 2017 in Miners Medical Center, Hastings.

He was born Feb. 19, 1933 in Huntingdon, the son of Irvin Feaster Sr. and Edna (Cochran) Feaster.

He was a U.S. Air Force veteran and a life member of the Mahaffey Veterans of Foreign Wars. He worked as a loader operator for the Benjamin Coal Co.

He is survived by his wife, Marie; son Douglas Feaster and his wife, Kathy of rural LaJose; and daughter, Deborah Feaster of Irvona.

Also surviving are seven grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Evelyn Hutton; step-son, Scott Gallaher; brother, John Feaster; and four sisters, Clara Jane Reeger, Nancy Brown, Stella Clock and Ann Berger.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Monday at the Lloyd-Dimmick Funeral Home Inc., Irvona.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with Pastor Robert Queen officiating.

Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery, rural LaJose.

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

Obituary Notice: Louise A. Bracht (Provided photo)

Louise A. Bracht, 91, of Clearfield died Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017 at the Penn Highlands DuBois.

She was born Aug. 29, 1926 in Williamsport, a daughter of the late Harvey and Mildred (Fox) Wool.

Mrs. Bracht was a homemaker.

She is survived by her husband, George L. Bracht; a daughter, Cindy Kelly and her husband, Michael of Woodland; two grandsons, Shawn Kelly of Clearfield and Shane Kelly and his wife, Tracy of Bigler; and a great-granddaughter, Mya Louise Kelly.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Harvey Wool Jr. and Robert Wool and a sister, Mildred Wool.

As per Mrs. Bracht’s wishes, there will be no services observed.

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

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

Karen E. Kiehlmeier, 62, of Brookville and formerly of DuBois, died Friday, Dec. 16, 2017 at Penn Highlands DuBois.

Born Nov. 24, 1955 in Erie, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Leona (Lindsey) Kiehlmeier.

She loved to play Bingo and to collect coins.

She is survived by three brothers, Robert “Pinko” Kiehlmeier, Daniel Kiehlmeier and his wife, Cinda and Eric Kiehlmeier and his wife, Melanie, all of DuBois, and a sister, Barbara Duttry and her husband, Scott “Booker” of West Orange, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her siblings, Billy Lee and Thomas Kiehlmeier, and a niece, Jennifer Duttry.

There will be no public visitation. Private funeral services will be held at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc with Pastor Mark Lutcher officiating.

Burial will be in the St. Catherine Cemetery.

Memorials may be placed with the Intensive Care Unit at Penn Highlands DuBois, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

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

Nancy A. Lesko, 71, of Morrisdale went to be with the Lord on Friday, Dec. 15, 2017 at Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College.

Born Jan. 10, 1946 in Karthaus, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Helen Rauch McGonigal.

She married John J. Lesko, who survives in Morrisdale.

Surviving are her daughter, Jodi L. Sanker of Philipsburg; her son, Joseph L. Lesko and his wife, Bobbi Jo of Philipsburg; and her step-children, John Lesko, Bob Lesko and Dawn Drury.

Surviving are her grandchildren, James “JP” Sanker, Jami Sanker and her fiancé, William Myers, Jonathan Sanker, Jenni Sanker, Jacob Lesko and Joshua Lesko; her step-grandchildren, David Drury, Nathan Lesko and Lauren Johnson; and her great-grandchildren, Bailey and Lincoln.

Also surviving are her sisters, Emily Narehood and her husband, Edward and Mary Teats; her brothers, Donald McGonigal and Bill McGonigal and his wife, Ruth Ann; numerous nieces and nephews; and her beloved fur baby, “Bert.”

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant son, William Joseph Lesko as well as her four sisters and two brothers.

Mrs. Lesko worked for Navasky’s, Philipsburg, for many years and from which she retired. She was also a homemaker.

She attended the Winburne Presbyterian Church. Her favorite thing was to go to the homestead on Sundays and reminisce with her family.

Family and friends will be received from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale.

Funeral services will follow in the chapel at 3 p.m. with Lay Minister Gary Jewart officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Memorial Cemetery, Karthaus.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, c/o Nancy A. Lesko Account, P.O. Box 238, 171 Deer Creek Rd., Morrisdale, PA 16858.

Obituary Notice: Daniel Wesley Hummel Jr. (Provided photo)

Daniel Wesley Hummel Jr., 85, of Clearfield took his last breath here on Earth and stepped into Eternity and into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, Dec. 15, 2017 at Colonial Courtyard, Clearfield.

Born Sept. 9, 1932, he was the son of the late Daniel W. Hummel Sr. and Helen (Wilson) Hummel.

He is survived by his wife, the former Marilyn R. Eyerly, to whom he was married June 25, 1988.

Surviving are two sons, Dr. Daniel (Sandy) Hummel III of Lewistown and Jonathan (Kate) Hummel of Stuart, Fla., and two daughters, Deborah Lee (Monty) Ingles of Kentwood, La., and Dr. Sandra (Jim) Lowes of Murrells Inlet, SC.

Also surviving are three step-children, Sheryl (John) Haight of Melbourne, Fla., Dr. Brian (Katya) Wallace of West Decatur and William (Lea) Wallace of Marietta, Ga.; 18 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Don Janelle (Irwin) Hummel; a sister, Elaine Beekman; and a brother, Benjamin Hummel.

He was a member of the Hyde Wesleyan Church, Clearfield. He was a Navy veteran who served during the Korean War.

He was a partner with his father and brother in DW Hummel and Sons, a home building contractor. He was a furniture maker and an accomplished woodworker.

As a private pilot, he constructed several experimental home-built airplanes and bravely flew them himself for the first flight. He was a member of E.A.A. Chapters No. 748 in Clearfield and No. 908 in Fort Pierce, Fla.

There will be no public viewing. A memorial service will be held at a later date to be announced.

The family suggests contributions be made to Hyde Wesleyan Church, 1215 River Rd., Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

Obituary Notice: Denise Selvage (Provided photo)

Denise Selvage, 49, of Flinton died Dec. 14, 2017 at UPMC Altoona.

Born Nov. 5, 1968 in Altoona, she was the daughter of Richard and Donna (Baldwin) Selvage.

She was a certified nursing assistant and a homemaker.

She is survived by her husband, David Hamilton Jr., and daughters, Nichole Selvage, Katherine Selvage, Gabriella Hamilton, Courtney Hamilton and Corrine Hamilton.

Also surviving are her sister, Lisa Poorman; her brother, Richard Selvage; and six grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held Thursday, Dec. 21 at the Hollentown Assembly of God Church.

The family will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. with a memorial service and dinner at 4 p.m. The Rev. Joe Hollen will be officiating.

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

Obituary Notice: Alton “Bud” M. Dunlap (Provided photo)

Alton “Bud” M. Dunlap, 74, of DuBois died Friday, Dec. 15, 2017 at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh.

Born Aug. 7, 1943 in Luthersburg, he was the son of the late Alton L. and Agnes (Kramer) Dunlap.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Naval Reserves. He retired from the B&P Railroad after more than 30 years of service.

He was a member of the Garfield Lodge No. 559 Free & Accepted Masons and also a member of the Coudersport Consistory.

He is survived by one son, Michael E. Dunlap of St. Mary’s; one brother, William Dunlap of Sykesville; and two sisters, Edna Rodgers of Sanford, Fla., and Helen Wolfe of Sykesville.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas Dunlap and a sister, Mary Gilbert.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc with Pastor Joel Simbeck officiating.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Margaret M. Crytser (Provided photo)

Margaret M. Crytser, 84, of Port Matilda died Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017 at Centre Crest Nursing Home, Bellefonte.

Born June 22, 1933 in Rockton, she was a daughter of the late Francis L. and Ethel E. (LaBorde) Nickerson.

She was a 1950 graduate of the Dubois High School. She retired from Penn State University where she worked in food service.

She was a member of the Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church, Port Matilda. She was an avid reader and enjoyed spending time with her family.

On May 18, 1950 in Falls Creek, she married George W. Crytser, who died Nov. 9, 2007.

She is survived by a daughter, Lorrie Price and her husband, Russell of Port Matilda; a son, Jeffrey Crytser and his wife, Lisa of Unionville; four grandchildren, Ardra E. Mehallow, Rusty Price, Leslie Miller and Lindsay Meckley; and six great-grandchildren.

The last of her generation, she was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son, Gerry Crytser and a grandson, Robert Lee Price.

A funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, Philipsburg, with Pastor Samuel D. Reese officiating. Burial will be at Rockton Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church, 209 S. Main St., Port Matilda, PA 16870 or to the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, 228 N. Centre St., Philipsburg, PA 16866.

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

Obituary Notice: Kathryn M. Mehallow (Provided photo)

Kathryn M. Mehallow, 93, of Hawk Run died Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017 at Penn Highlands Clearfield.

Born June 3, 1924 in Sandy Ridge, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Maude (Quick) Roach.

She was a member of the St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church, Hawk Run, and the church’s Altar Society.

She was an avid reader and a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

She had worked at the General Cigar Plant and was a volunteer at the former Philipsburg Area Hospital.

On Sept. 30, 1941 in Hawk Run, she married John Mehallow Jr., who died Jan. 28, 1984.

She is survived by her children, Kenneth Mehallow of Hawk Run, Victoria Godin and Kathryn Grace and her husband, Anthony, both of Houtzdale, James Mehallow and his wife, Pat of Cygnet, Ohio, Paul Mehallow and his wife, Beth of Watsontown, Susan Clark and her husband, Lawrence of Morann and Maribeth Ehrenzeller and her husband, Paul of Thomasville; 19 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.

The last of her generation, she was preceded in death by her parents and husband; son, John P. Mehallow Sr.; son-in-law, William Godin; daughter-in-law, Faye Mehallow; brother, Pat Roach; and five sisters, Ellen Bumbarger, Harriet Hubler, Nora Bell Martin, Betty Burton and Alice Supko.

A Divine Liturgy will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church, Hawk Run, with Father James Ragan as celebrant.

A private burial will be held at the St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Cemetery, Hawk Run.

Friends will be received from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Thursday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church, P.O. Box 2, Hawk Run, PA 16840.

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

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

Constance E. Green, 83, of Clearfield died Monday, Dec. 18, 2017 at the Penn Highlands Clearfield.

She was born May 22, 1934, a daughter of the late Joseph Casher and Mary (Rich). Mrs. Green was a homemaker.

She is survived by four children, Joe Casher and his wife, Marlene of Woodland, Barbie Green and Dennis Green, both of Clearfield, and David Green and his wife, Cindy of Easton.

She is survived by three grandchildren, Jeff Casher of Woodland, Steven Casher and his companion, Dana Mason of Morrisdale and Jake Green of Easton; three great-grandchildren, Catara Casher and Colton Casher, both of Clearfield, and Riley Casher of Morrisdale; a sister, Bettie Belinda of Clearfield; and two step-grandsons, Roy and Chris.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her step-mother, Eva Casher; her husband, David C. Green on July 9, 1980; and her brother, Sam Casher.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield.  Burial will be in the Bradford Cemetery, Woodland.

Friends will be received from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, 113 N. Third St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

Obituary Notice: Josephine Marie “Jessie” Wetherson (Provided photo)

Josephine Marie “Jessie” Wetherson, 94, of Ramey died Monday, Dec. 18, 2017 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.

Born Oct. 23, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Matchock) Redzensky.

She was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church, Houtzdale, where she was a member of the Altar Rosary Society.

She was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of America St. Victoria Court No. 646.  She also enjoyed ceramics, dancing and playing the harmonica.

She is survived by a son, Robert Dale Wetherson Jr. of Ramey; a daughter, Mary Beth Wetherson of Clearfield; and a grandson, Joshua Wetherson.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Robert D. Wetherson Sr.; a son, Francis “Tony” Wetherson; five brothers, Frank, John, Tom, Joe and Stanley Redzensky; and five sisters, Mary Eckberg Frank, Helen and Frances Redzensky, Martha Huber and Annie Galvin.

The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Wednesday and from 9:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Kruise-Spewock Funeral & Cremation Services Inc., Ramey.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Christ the King Catholic Church, with the Rev. Marc J. Solomon as celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Lawrence Cemetery, Houtzdale.

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

Obituary Notice: Laura T. Seduski (Provided photo)

Laura T. Seduski, 80, of Penfield died Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017 at Christ the King Manor in DuBois.

Born Nov. 1, 1937 in Force, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Breski) Trentini.

On Oct. 24, 1964, she married Edward E. Seduski. He survives.

She had worked at Stackpole Carbon in St. Mary’s for many years.

She was a member of the St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church in Force, where she was involved in church activities, especially helping with the Lenten fish fries and serving as a lector.

She was also a member of the Bennett’s Valley Senior Center, where she played an integral part in its daily operations.

She loved to go to the casino and play the slots with Carmella, but most of all she loved her family and friends.

She is survived by one son, Edward S. Seduski and his wife, Autumn of Rockton; a brother, Joseph Trentini and his wife, Dolores of Johnstown; and two grandchildren, Soloman and Sophia Seduski.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Ailene Trentini.

There will be no public visitation.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at the St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church in Force with Fr. Mark Mastrian as celebrant.

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

Memorials may be placed with Bennett’s Valley Senior Center, P.O. Box 77, Weedville, PA 15868.

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

Obituary Notice: James R. Carlson (Provided photo)

James R. Carlson, 59, of DuBois died Monday, Dec. 18, 2017 at Penn Highlands DuBois.

Born April 3, 1958, he was the son of the late Raine E. and Geraldine T. (Kentoski) Carlson.

He worked for Valley Machine and Tool in Penfield. He was also a bartender at the Independent, Political and Social Club for the past 28 years.

He loved to watch NASCAR and was an avid Pittsburgh Penguins fan.

He is survived by two siblings, Lorraine “Lori” Stormer of DuBois and John S. Carlson and his wife, Georgia of West Middlesex, Pa.; five nieces; and 10 great -nieces and great-nephews.

Friends will be received from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Friday at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc.

A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc. with Msgr Richard Siefer officiating.

Burial will be in the St. Michael Cemetery.

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

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