Marilyn J. Weber, 67, of Curwensville died Friday Sept. 6, 2013 at the DuBois Regional Medical Center.

Born Sept. 11, 1945 in Chestnut Grove, she was the daughter of James Harrison and Mildred Frances (Spencer) Mahlon.

She was first employed by Kent’s Sportswear in Curwensville. And, for the past 15 years, she was employed by Gardner’s Candies in DuBois.

Surviving are three children, Tammy McKenrick of Cincinnati, Ohiop; Donna Guthrie and her husband, Rob of York; and Thomas McKenrick and his wife, Amy of Penfield.

Also surviving are three grandchildren, Tyler and Tobie McKenrick and Sophie Guthrie and seven brothers and sisters, Richard Mahlon and his wife, Teresa of Woodland; Terry Mahlon and his wife, Laney and Vesta Haney, both of Grampian; Craig Mahlon of Glen Hope; Carol Johnson of DuBois; Jackie Kramer and her husband, LeRoy of Luthersburg; and James Mahlon of Downingtown.

She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, William, Percey and Thomas Mahlon.

At the request of Ms. Weber, there will be no public visitation and services will be held at the convenience of the family.

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.

Vera Lockey, 96, of Allport died Monday, Sept. 9, 2013 at her residence. Born May 16, 1917 in Philipsburg, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary Lepa Denochick.

Mrs. Lockey was a founding member of the St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, Hawk Run.

She married George H. Lockey Sr. on Nov. 23, 1946 at the St. John’s Orthodox Church, Hawk Run. He preceded her in death on Sept. 24, 1995.

Mrs. Lockey is survived by one daughter, Vera Ann Lockey of Lanse; a daughter-in-law, Sharon Lockey of Kylertown; and a grandson, Jason Lockey and his wife, Shelly of Mechanicsville, MD.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, George H. Lockey Jr.; two sisters, Anna Ropchock and Mary Kline; and four brothers, Stephen, Michael, Joseph and John Denochick. She was the last of her generation.

A funeral service will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday at the St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, Hawk Run, with the Father Peter Benyo officiating. Burial will be in the St. John’s Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale. The Panachida will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, P.O. Box. 203, Hawk Run, PA 16840.

Willis M. “Cub” Neff, 77, of Athol, Idaho and formerly of Clearfield, died Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2013 at his residence.

Born June 7, 1936 in Clearfield, he was the son of Willis L. and Fannie (Amon) Neff.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Surviving are his wife, Faye; two brothers, Jack Neff and his wife, Ann and Robert Neff, both of Clearfield and a sister, Joyce Harzinski of Curwensville.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Obituary Notice: Bruce M. Amon (Provided photo)

Bruce Milton Amon, 93, of Woodland died Monday, Sept. 9, 2013 at his residence after a lengthy illness.

Born July 26, 1920 in Croft, he was the son of John and Zanna (Watson) Amon. He was United Methodist by faith.

Mr. Amon owned and operated Amon Trucking for many years.  He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II.

He was a member of the Clearfield American Legion Post 6 and the Clearfield Lions Club. He was a past board member and past four-term president of the Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging.

On Dec. 24, 1946, he wed the former Sophie Zebrun, who preceded him in death June 13, 2005.  He was also preceded in death by his parents.

Surviving are two sons, Larry Amon of Clearfield and John Amon and his wife, Connie of Woodland. Also surviving are four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and a brother, Donald Amon of San Antonio, TX.

Services for Mr. Amon will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Clearfield, with the Rev. Dr. Duane A. White officiating.  Burial will be in the Eden Cemetery, LeContes Mills.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday and from 9:30 a.m. until the hour of services Friday at the funeral home. Military Honors will be accorded at the funeral home by members of the Clearfield Honor Guard.

Contributions may be made to the family in care of the Chidboy Funeral Home Inc., P.O. Box 1435, 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.

Theresa B. Sedor, 82, of Falls Creek died Monday, Sept. 9, 2013 at her home. Born March 7, 1931 in Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of the late George and Anna (Kobzdey) Fifagrowicz.

On Aug. 4, 1956, she married Raymond Sedor.  He preceded her in death Dec. 25, 2007.

She was a homemaker.  She was a member of the Nativity Mother of God Byzantine Catholic Church in DuBois.

She’s survived by her daughter, Carol Sedor of Pittsburgh; a brother, the Rev. Father Joseph Fifagrowicz of Buffalo, NY; three sisters, Josephine Czajkoski of Cheektowaga, NY and Angeline Toman and Emily Czajkoski, both of Buffalo, NY; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Adolph Fifagrowicz and a sister, Helen Fifagrowicz..

There will be a private family viewing at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.

A Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday, at the Nativity Mother of God  Byzantine Catholic Church with the Rev. Fr. Robert K. Yetsko, T.O.R. officiating.

Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to the Nativity Mother of God Byzantine Catholic Church, 920 Howard Ave., DuBois, PA 15801, and or the charity of the donor’s choice.

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

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

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.

Obituary Notice: Viola Uncles (Provided photo)

Viola Uncles, 86, of Clearfield died Friday, Sept. 6, 2013 at Dubois Regional Medical Center.  She was the wife of the late Walter Uncles.

Born Sept. 9, 1926 in Grampian, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Zella (Bloom) Charles.

Mrs. Uncles attended schools in Grampian and Curwensville.  Her first employment was in the late 1940’s by Dumont Airplane and Marine Industries in Hyde. From 1959-1964, she was self-employed in child care provision services.

She was a member of Centre Grove United Methodist Church for more than 68 years.  She was a choir member, Sunday school teacher and the secretary for the church for 30 years.

Surviving are a son and a daughter, Dale Charles Uncles and Debra Fern Uncles, both of Clearfield; one granddaughter, Stacy Uncles of Clearfield; and several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband and parents; four brothers, Joseph, Warren, Clifton and Frank Charles; and one sister, Mary Alice Clark.

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Viola Uncles will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Bennett and Houser Funeral Home Inc., 312 E. Locust St.., Clearfield, PA 16830 with the Rev. Randy Willis officiating.

A time to share memories with the family will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of service Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Viola Uncles to Centre Grove United Methodist Church, 110 Village Rd., Clearfield, PA 16830.

For online tributes, please visit www.bennettandhouserfuneralhome.com  or www.mem.com.

Obituary Notice: Gerald G. “Jerry” Pollock (Provided photo)

Gerald G. “Jerry” Pollock, 69, of Hawk Run died Monday, Sept. 9, 2013 at his residence.

He was the son of the late George and Mary (Danko) Pollock born July 5, 1944 in Philipsburg.

He married the former Alice Simcox on Feb. 5, 1966 at the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Hawk Run.  She survives him at home.

He was a member of the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Hawk Run.  He was very active within his church, serving as an alter server in his youth and then as a Eucharistic Minister, usher and a reader.

He and his wife, Alice, also served the Eire Diocese for four years as a lead couple for the engagement encounter.  He was a life member of the Wallaceton and Morris Township fire companies.  For 53 years, he was active with Morris Township as past president, rescue chief, assistant chief and fire police captain.

He also served as a first responder and volunteered as an EMT with Philipsburg and Clearfield ambulance services.  He was appointed in 1986 as volunteer deputy director of Clearfield Emergency Management, a position he held until his death.  He was also emergency management director for Morris and Cooper townships.

He was a past chairman and assistant scout master for West Branch Troop #46, Boy Scouts of America. He was presented the Bucktail Council Award for his service to scouting.  He also supported the West Branch school sports and band programs as an announcer for their events.  He was very civic-minded and never hesitated to volunteer his time for worthwhile areas with his church, community and friends.

He’d worked for 14 years for the Marhoffer Baking Company, serving in the Clearfield area.  He had also been employed with the Thompson Coal Company, Mansun Bus Company, Master Chrysler-Plymouth of Clearfield and the Fullington School Bus Co.  For the past 45 years, he was probably best known as a “disc-jockey”/radio personality for radio station WPHB in Philipsburg.  He was also known for creating his own special blend of classic country, 50?s and 60?s, rock ’n roll, gospel and polka music.  He was a 1962 graduate of the Morris-Cooper High School.

He is survived by a son, Jerry Paul Pollock and his wife, Jill of Treasure Lake, DuBois; two brothers, Ronald Pollock and his wife, Dolores of Winburne and James Pollock of Philipsburg. He is also survived by four Godchildren; several nieces and nephews; and his beloved dogs, Abby and Linus.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Hawk Run, with the Rev. Robert J. Horgas, as celebrant.  Burial will be at the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Cemetery in Hawk Run.

Friends will be received from 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home in Philipsburg.

The rosary will be recited at 3 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Clearfield County Agency on Aging, Blizzard Box Program, 103 N. Front St., Clearfield, PA 16830 or to the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 22 St. Agnes Dr., Morrisdale, PA 16858.

Friends may sign the guestbook at: beezerheathfh.com.

Obituary Notice: Gregory L. ‘Bear’ Rowles (Provided photo)

Gregory L. ‘Bear’ Rowles, 58, of Frenchville died Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2013 at his home.

He was born Nov. 26, 1954 in Clearfield, the son of the late Marvin L. ‘Tiny’ Sr. and Lavonne ‘Dot’ (Hoover) Rowles.

He retired in 2008 as a records specialist with the Department of Corrections, where he had been employed since 1995. Prior to that, he worked in various industries in Clearfield County.

A graduate of Clearfield Area High School, he was involved with the wrestling and football programs. After graduation, he played semi-professional football with the Pennsylvania Whitetail Bucks.

He had many interests in life, including hunting and fishing, tending his garden and his love for any type of game – board, video or card. He also enjoyed numerous types of music and was an avid history buff. He loved animals and will also be known for ‘always being able to supply a good one-line comment to lighten the mood.’ Above all, he might have been one of the Pittsburgh Steelers biggest fans.

He was a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Frenchville, a third degree member of the Knights of Columbus and a member of the National Rifle Association. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, serving in the intelligence unit in Zweiberken, Germany during the Vietnam era.

He’s survived by his wife, Deirdre ‘Dee’ (Billotte) Rowles, whom he wed Oct. 10, 1992 at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Frenchville; a sister and three brothers, Valerie Kestler and Michael Rowles, both of Tulsa, Okla., Marvin Rowles Jr. of Clearfield and Mark Rowles of Smithmill; nieces and nephews, TJ and Natalie Rowles, Jon Kestler and Desiree and Danelle Billotte; an aunt, LaRue Valimont and her husband, Joseph of Clearfield; his mother-in-law, Helen Billotte of Frenchville, his brother-in-law, Fred Billotte of Clearfield and numerous cousins.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Perry and Etta (Cline) Rowles and Warren and Lena (Hoover) Hoover and an infant brother, Clifford.

A Mass of Christian burial will be said at 11 a.m. Monday at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Frenchville, with the Rev. David A. Perry Jr. and Father Philip Billotte as celebrants. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Frenchville.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to National Kidney Foundation 130 Seventh St., 1130 Century Building, Pittsburgh or American Cancer Society, 26 S. Second St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

Deborah A. Collar, 55, of Karthaus died Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013 at her residence. Born Sept. 9, 1958 in Gainesville, TX, she was the daughter of the late Cyrus Raymond Jr. and Aredas McGonigal Lanager.

Mrs. Collar was a member of the Shepard of the Hills Lutheran Church, Karthaus. She was a graduate of the West Branch High School. Mrs. Collar was a member of the Mosquito Creek Sportsmen’s Club, Frenchville.

Her companion was Wayne Graybill of Karthaus. She’s survived by three daughters, Angela Raupp and her husband, Andrew of Fayetteville, NC, Lindsey Robey and her husband, Robert of Clearfield and Tiffany Norris and her husband, Andrew of Frenchville.

She’s also survived by her grandsons, Myles, Jordan and Aiden; a sister, Cynthia Paul and her companion, Ray Rees of Karthaus and four brothers, Nelson Miller and his companion, Janet Klees of Karthaus, Cyrus R. Lanager III and his wife, Ruth and Joseph Lanager and his wife, Margaret, both of Hawk Run and Robert Lanager and his wife, Cynthia of Frenchville.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Timothy Lanager.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Shepard of the Hills Lutheran Church, Karthaus, with the Rev. Matthew Finney officiating. Burial will be in the Oak Hill Memorial Cemetery, Karthaus.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday at the Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Shepard of the Hills Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 65, Karthaus, PA 16845 or to the American Cancer Society, 26 S. Second St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

Obituary Notice: James L. Smeal (Provided photo)

James L. Smeal, 77, of Philipsburg died Friday, Sept. 13, 2013 at the Valley View Health & Rehabilitation Center, Altoona.

Born July 2, 1936 in Erie, he was the son of the late Harold L. and Edna (Royer) Smeal.  On Jan. 5, 1957 at Morgan Run, he married Patricia (Merrell) Smeal, whom died Feb. 28, 1989.

He is survived by three daughters, Terry Jeffries, Wendy Koguc and her husband, Tony of and Penny Shaw, all of Philipsburg and a sister, Sherry Ralston and her husband, Steve of Morgan Run.

Also surviving are eight grandchildren, Jamie Pinto, April Robb, Misty Quick, Craig Bainey, Gary Quick, Mandy Schaffer, Regina Shaw and Christine Shaw; 14 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.

Mr. Smeal was a member of the Ohio United Methodist Church in Morgan Run. He was a graduate of the Philipsburg High School and worked for various businesses throughout his life. He enjoyed bowling, playing horseshoes and was an avid sports fan.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, 228 N. Centre St., Philipsburg, with Pastor Jennifer Heikes officiating.  Burial will be at Baughman Cemetery, Sanborn.

Friends will be received from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.

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

Online condolences may be made at www.dahlgrenfuneralhome.com.

Mary Jane Demchak, 88, of Osceola Mills and formerly of Hollidaysburg died Friday, Sept. 13, 2013 at her home.

She was the daughter of the late James and Ruth (Heininger) Rooney born Aug. 22, 1925 in Hollidaysburg.

She married her first husband, Walter E. Price Jr. on Nov. 7, 1945 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Hollidaysburg, and he preceded her in death Oct. 13, 1969. She married her second husband, Edward M. Demchak on July 24, 1971 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osceola Mills, and he preceded her in death April 5, 1982.

Mrs. Demchak was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osceola Mills, where she was also a member of the Rosary Society.

She was a homemaker who was well-known for her love of her family, caring for stray animals in need of shelter and her love of flowers.  She graduated from the Hollidaysburg High School.

She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Ellen McCale and Marjorie Bingham.

Mrs. Demchak is survived by a step-daughter, Kathleen Demchak and her husband, Stephen R. Gleason of Julian; a step-son, Edward G. Demchak of Laporte; and two grandsons, Timothy Gleason and Jeffrey Gleason.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osceola Mills, with the Rev. Father Robert Horgas officiating.  Burial will be at the Alto Reste Park Cemetery in Altoona.

Friends will be received from 5 – p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Heath Funeral Home in Osceola Mills. The Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

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

Doris LaBant Mick, 79 of Houtzdale died Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.

Born May 20, 1934 in Philipsburg, she was the daughter of Steve and Mary Anderson LaBant.

She was a member of the First Church of God, Brisbin, where she loved to sing in the choir.

In 1952, she graduated from Houtzdale-Woodward-Brisbin High School.

She’d been employed as a secretary for Sahlaney Furniture, Houtzdale, and Kitko Dairy, Amesville. She’d also worked as a nurse’s aide at the Presbyterian Home, Philipsburg, and was the main caregiver to her father for 15 years.

She’s survived by a son, Gregg Mick of Houtzdale; a daughter, Shelley Mick and her companion, Leslie Fries of Pasadena, MD; and a nephew, Douglas Labant and his wife, Cindy of Wilmington, DE.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Steven LaBant Jr.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the First Church of God, Brisbin, with the Rev. Andrew Griffith officiating. Burial will follow in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Brisbin.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday at the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., Houtzdale.

Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Governor’s Plaza South, Building 2, 2001 No. Front St., Suite 321, Harrisburg, PA 17102 or the Clearfield County SPCA, 275 21^st St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

Sara Jane Maurer, 88, of Philipsburg died Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013 at Windy Hill Village in Philipsburg.

She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Agnes (Mason) Carter born Dec. 4, 1924.  She married Michael Lawrence, whom died in 1959.  She then married James E. Maurer on April 2, 1971 in Winchester, VA.  He preceded her in death March 19, 2006.

Mrs. Maurer was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Philipsburg and enjoyed crocheting.  She was a homemaker and a mother.

In addition to her parents and two husbands, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Joseph and James Carter; three sisters, Mildred Rafferty, Thelma Carter and Mary Meyers; and a grandson, Steven Way.  She was the last of her generation.

Mrs. Maurer is survived by three daughters, Beatrice Vaughn and her husband, David and Judith Way and her husband, Dennis, both of Port Matilda and Sandra Coval and her husband, Donald of Leesburg, Fla. and two sons, Michael Lawrence and his wife, Gail of Morrisdale and David Lawrence and his wife, Donna of Allport.  She is also survived by nine grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Private funeral services will be held at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home in Philipsburg, with the Rev. Stephen G. Durr officiating.  Burial will be at the Philipsburg Cemetery in Philipsburg.

There will be no public visitation.

Memorial contributions may be made to:  Windy Hill Village, 100 Dogwood Dr., Philipsburg, PA 16866.

Friends may sign the guestbook at:  beezerheathfh.com.

Obituary Notice: Florence Eva (Yarger) Thompson (Provided photo)

Florence Eva (Yarger) Thompson, 94, of Tallmadge, Ohio and formerly of Zephyrhills, Fla. and West Decatur died Friday, Sept. 13, 2013 at the home of her daughter Elaine Tackett in Tallmadge, Ohio.

She was the daughter of the late Jesse and Sarah (Davis) Yarger born Oct. 16, 1918 in (Sanborn) RD Houtzdale.  She married Leo M. Thompson on Aug. 10, 1940 in West Decatur.  He preceded her in death Sept. 18, 1995.

Mrs. Thompson was of the United Methodist faith.

She was a 1936 graduate of Houtzdale High School and graduated from Lock Haven State Teacher’s College with a Bachelor’s degree in education.

She began her career in a one-room school house, later teaching eighth grade at Gearhartville and going on to second grade at West Decatur Elementary, where she also assumed the duties of principal.  She finished her career at Wallaceton- Boggs Elementary again as a principal and second grade teacher.

She was an avid dancer and square dancing was her passion. She was a long-time member of Chinklacamoose Squares, and she and her husband continued dancing after retiring to Betmar Acres in Zephyrhills, Fla. in 1981.

She was an active, vibrant individual who participated in many of the activities offered at Betmar.  She especially enjoyed card parties with friends and crossword puzzles.  She and her husband enjoyed traveling in the United States and were fortunate to visit many foreign countries.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Doreen Eboch, five sisters and three brothers.

Mrs. Thompson is survived by a daughter, Elaine K. Tackett of Tallmadge, Ohio and two brothers, Eugene Yarger and his wife, Patricia of Philipsburg and Duane Yarger and his wife, Wilma of Centre Hall.

Also surviving are five grandchildren, Suzanne South, Cindy White, Leo Eboch, Pamela Rosneck and Nicole Logan; nine great-grandchildren, Joe White, Tom South, Angie White, Emily Eboch, Zack Eboch, Katie Rosneck, Justin and John McKenzie and Tim Logan; and two great-great grandchildren.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, at the Heath Funeral Home in Osceola Mills, with Pastor Jennifer C. Heikes officiating.  Burial will be at the Crown Crest Cemetery in Hyde.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday and from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service Friday at the funeral home.

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

Alma Tankalavage, 93, of DuBois died Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at Christ the King Manor.

Born Oct. 9, 1919 in Girardville, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary Gustitus. In 1944, she married Frank Tankalavage.  He preceded her in death June 22, 1976.

She worked at B.F. Goodrich in DuBois for many years. She was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church.

She’s survived by two daughters, Frances Krumm of Birdsboro and Joanne Pearson of Clearfield; a sister, Constance Suslavage of New Jersey; and three grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her three brothers and nine sisters.

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

A funeral service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with Fr. Dan Kresinski as celebrant.

Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to the St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, 25 Robinson St., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Theodore Edgar “Ted” Lansberry, 87, a resident of the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, and formerly of Clearfield, died Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at the center.

Born Dec. 16, 1925 in Clearfield, he was the son of Earl Edgar and Mable V. (Ball) Lansberry.  He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Clearfield.

Mr. Lansberry was retired from Harbison-Walker Refractories in Clearfield after 20 years of service as a dry press operator. He was a U.S. Naval veteran of World War II, serving in the South Pacific Theater.

He was a former member of the Clearfield American Legion, the Frenchville VFW, the Clearfield L.O.O.M. and the Clearfield F.O.E.

Surviving are a niece and three nephews, Jackie Day and her husband, Bob E., Merle “Sid” Lansberry and his wife, Anita and David Lansberry and his wife, Vicki, all of Clearfield, and Dean Lansberry and his wife, Linda of Curwensville as well as several cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Nada Lee; and a brother, Donald Lansberry.  He was the last member of his generation.

At the request of Mr. Lansberry, there will be no public visitation and services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in the Hill Crest Cemetery, Clearfield.

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: Charles E. Perks Sr. (Provided photo)

Charles E. Perks Sr., 67, of Philipsburg died Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at UPMC Altoona. Born Sept. 22, 1945, he was a son of the late Enoch and Mary Jane (Fullington) Perks.

He is survived by two sons, Charles E. Perks Jr. and his wife, Amy and Larry M. Perks and his wife, Jennifer, both of Sharon; a sister, Sandra Thomas of Frewsburg, NY; five grandchildren Brandon, Logan, Laryssa, Michaela and Lucas; numerous nieces and nephews; and his former wife, Patricia (Williams) Perks of Osceola Mills.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Larry Perks, Melvin Perks, Russell Perks and Paul Corsetti.

Mr. Perks was a truck driver at Butler Trucking until his retirement. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era. He loved spending time with his grandchildren.

He was a member of the Philipsburg B.P.O. Elk Lodge No. 1173, where he was a past Exalted Ruler; the Philipsburg AmVets Post No. 159; and the Philipsburg VFW Louis P. Jenkins Post No. 3450.

At Mr. Perks’ request, there will be no visitation or service. Burial will be in the Philipsburg Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 4383, Bethlehem, PA 18018.

Online condolences may be made at www.dahlgrenfuneralhome.com.

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

A memorial service for Gary R. Ruden, 74, of Philipsburg will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg, with the Rev. John T. Dill officiating.

Mr. Ruden died Saturday, July 20, 2013. Military honors will be accorded by members of the Moshannon Valley Independent Honor Guard.

He was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Bernice Shoff Kolbe. His immediate survivors include his wife, Carol; a daughter, Kelly; and his grandchildren, Marlena and Chase.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Clearfield Hospital Hospice, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield, PA 16830; Philipsburg Veterans Memorial, P.O. Box 1, Philipsburg, PA 16866; or to the Clearfield County SPCA, 275 21^st St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

Obituary Notice: Rose M. Danko (Provided photo)

Rose M. Danko, 88, of Osceola Mills, died Friday, Sept. 13, 2013 at the Mount Nittany Medical Center in State College.

She was the daughter of the late Joseph A. and Anna (Washell) Cowell born Oct. 18, 1924 in Osceola Mills.  She married Michael D. Danko on Aug. 31, 1948 in Osceola Mills.  He survives her at home.

Mrs. Danko was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osceola Mills, where she was also a member of the Rosary Society. She was formerly a CCD Teacher and a former member of the church choir.  She was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of America Court Victoria #646 in Houtzdale.

She was the owner and operator of the former Danko’s Dairy Frost in Osceola Mills and was a homemaker.  She was a 1942 graduate of the former Osceola Mills High School.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Viola Dean and two brothers, Steven Cowell and Raymond Cowell.

As well as her husband, Mrs. Danko is survived by two daughters, Deborah Zeiders and her husband, Rick of Harrisburg and Dawn Marie Sariano and her husband, David of Halifax and five sons, Daniel M. Danko and his wife, Linda and Drew J. Danko, both of Osceola Mills, Doug Danko and his wife, Barb of New Castle, Dennis Danko and his wife, Raquel of Chesapeake, VA and Desmond Danko and his wife, Laura of Irwin.

She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, Craig, Trevor and Aaron Danko; Danielle Wylie; Colby, Brent and Robbie Zeiders; Allison McFeatters; Andrea Wagner; Ashley Pavone; Michelle and DJ Danko; Dane and Kyle Danko; Kristen and Joseph Sariano; and Michael Danko; and nine great-grandchildren.

A memorial mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osceola Mills, with Msgr. H. Desmond McGee officiating.  Burial will be at the Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Osceola Mills.

There will be no visitation or viewing.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Heath Funeral Home in Osceola Mills.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Michael J. Spencer (Provided photo)

Michael James Spencer, 53, of Clearfield, and formerly of Grampian, died Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at his residence.

Born July 3, 1960 in Rochester, NY, he was the son of Donald and Joanne (Leonard) Spencer. He was employed as a heavy equipment operator for Am Fire Coal Co.  He served in the U.S. Army National Guard and attended Faith Bible Church in Lumber City.

On June 19, 1982 he wed the former Teresa Olinger, who preceded him in death Jan. 11, 2009.  He was also preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Donald Spencer Jr.; and two nephews, Matthew Prisk and Donald Hale

He is survived by a daughter, Tiffany Spencer and her fiancé, Fred Dixon of Curwensville and two granddaughters, Kaylee and Miley Dixon, both of Curwensville.

Also surviving are four brothers and sisters, Mona Coulter and her husband, Thomas of Curwensville, Sherry Prisk of Regalsville, Susan Bowman and her husband, Jeffrey of Sanford, NC and Joseph Spencer and his wife, Dana of Gazzam; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Mr. Spencer will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville, with Pastor Scott Schultz officiating.  Burial will follow in the Friends Cemetery in Grampian.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesday and from 10 a.m. until the time of services Thursday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to The Bridge, An Extension of Faith Bible Church 398 Grandview Rd., 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.