Elizabeth “Libby” Hoyt Greathouse, 84, of Reynoldsville died Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2013 at the Jefferson Manor.

Born Feb. 5, 1929 in Sabula, she was the daughter of the late Hiram Hoyt and Erma (Beer) Hoyt Blake.

On Oct. 23, 1948, she married Harold Greathouse.  He survives.

She retired from the Brockway Glass Company after many years of service. Prior to that, she had worked at B.F. Goodrich in DuBois.

She attended the Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in Hazen.  She enjoyed camping, and spending her winters in Florida.  Her favorite Bible verse was John 3:16.

She is survived by two sons, Ronald Greathouse and his wife, Joyce of DuBois, and Larry Greathouse and his wife, Beth of St. Marys; two daughters, Linda Moore and her husband, Richard of Reynoldsville and Janice Pregmon and her husband, Thomas of Treasure Lake; two sisters, Aryl Reed of St. Petersburg, Fla. and Jane Scheel of Newport Richey, Fla.; 12 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren; and two great -great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by an infant brother.

Friends will be received from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Friday the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with Pastor Don Henderson officiating.

Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery.

Memorials may be placed with the DuBois Regional Medical Center Hospice, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Dorothy Gadzia, 89, of Treasure Lake, DuBois, died Monday, Dec. 23, 2013 at the DuBois Village.

Born Sept. 11, 1924 in Rocky Grove, she was the daughter of the late Ivan and Isetta (Shoup) Thomas.

On June 19, 1964, she married Frank Gadzia.  He preceded her in death on Feb. 9, 2010.

She worked as a practical nurse for a doctor’s office.

She was protestant by faith and was a devoted and faithful churchgoer.

She is survived by two children, Dr. Daryl W. List and his wife, Ellen of West Middlesex and the Rev. Sandra Harknett and her husband, Rich of Treasure Lake, DuBois; three grandchildren, Michael List, Amanda List Samuels and Jennafer Arnold; and four great-grandchildren, Andrew, Kennedy and Mia List and Kaetelyn Samuels.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Rolland Thomas and her sister, Marie Alexander.

There will be no public visitation.

A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family at a later date.

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

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

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

Obituary Notice: Douglas L. Dixon (Provided photo)

Douglas L. Dixon, 54, of Glen Richey died Sunday, Dec. 22, 2013 at his residence.

Born Feb. 19, 1959 in Clearfield, he was the son of Lyle J. Dixon Jr. and Barbara (Cupples) Dixon Ogden.

Mr. Dixon had worked for Kurtz Bros. for 32 years. He was a truck driver for J.P. Donmoyer Inc. for four years and also had worked for Fire Art Fireworks.

He was a U.S. Navy veteran. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and outdoorsman. He loved his family and riding his Harley-Davidson.

Surviving are his father and step-mother, Lorena Dixon of Olanta; his mother and step-father, Thomas Ogden of Clearfield; two daughters, Lisa Dixon and her companion, Richard Lyon Jr. of Grampian and Lesley Dixon-Wilt and her husband, Scott of Olanta; two step-children, Mandy Kruise of Uniontown and Joseph Ralston III of Curwensville; three grandchildren, Timothy Lyon, Lilly Lyon and Carson Dixon; and two sisters, Terry Killion and her husband, Paul of Hyde and Tracey Taft and her husband,  Jack of Warren.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Scott K. Dixon.

There will be no public visitation and a Celebration of Life Service will be conducted at a later date. Burial will be in the Thompson Cemetery Glen Richey.

The family suggests contributions be made to the charity of the donor’s Choice.

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

Obituary Notice: Ronald R. Lippart (Provided photo)

Ronald R. Lippart, 62, of Clearfield died Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2013 at his residence. Born March 27, 1951, he was a son of the late Clair E. and Marie (Morrison) Lippart.

He is survived by three sisters, Barbara Hunsinger and her husband, John of Nebo, SC; Carole Meicke and her husband, James of Freehold, NJ; and Susan Horner and her husband, Terry of Warriors Mark; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Pearl M. Bashore; a brother, Clair E. Lippart Jr.; a niece, Cathy Hankinson; and a nephew, Mark Allen Bashore.

He was a graduate of Clearfield High School and a member of the Clearfield VFW, Clearfield Sons of Italy, Clearfield Chamber of Commerce, the Mosquito Creek Sportsmen’s Club and Knowles’ Hunting Camp.

He frequently attended the Trinity United Methodist Church, Clearfield, and was a truck driver for the former Walmendorph’s in Dubois.

A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 121 S. Second St., Clearfield, with Dr. Frederick Ralston officiating.

A time to share memories and enjoy light refreshments will follow in the parish hall. Burial will be in the Bloomington Cemetery at the family’s convenience.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Clearfield Hospice, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

Although there are too many to name, the family would like to thank Mr. Lippart’s many friends who loved and respected him. They especially wanted to thank his wonderful friends, Jim Waring and Mike Titus, for helping to care for him and keeping his spirits up.

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

Obituary Notice: Robert K. “Bob” Gilham (Provided photo)

Robert K. “Bob” Gilham, 77, of Philipsburg died Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2013 at Windy Hill Village, Philipsburg.

Born Jan. 21, 1936, he was a son of the late Ezekial G. “Zeke” and Susann (Kelley) Gilham. On Aug. 31, 1968 in Philipsburg, he married Shirley (Hartman) Gilham, who survives at home.

He is also survived by four children, including, Brenda Lingle of Spring Mills; two brothers, Wilbur E. “Bud” Gilham and his wife, Lorraine of Philipsburg and Roy E. “Ray” Gilham and his wife, Dona of State College; two sisters, Sarah Simcox of Philipsburg and Mary Scott of Lewisburg; several grandchildren, including Alison Kephart and John Huber; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, George McClellan, Lew D. Gilham and Marlyn O. Gilham and one sister, Trissie Shultz.

He was a graduate of Philipsburg High School. After 29 years of service, he retired from the Pennsylvania Water Company, where he was a serviceman. He was of the Protestant faith and a life member of Reliance Fire Company, Philipsburg. He was also an avid hunter and enjoyed fishing.

A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday at the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, 228 N. Centre St. Philipsburg, with Pastor Ted G. Seibert officiating.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. -6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Reliance Fire Company, 319 N. Centre St., Philipsburg, PA 16866. Online condolences may be made at www.dahlgrenfuneralhome.com.

Dennis J. Nelson, 70, of Grassflat died Monday, Dec. 23, 2013 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.

Born May 10, 1943, he was the son of the late Erick G. Nelson and Helen Wick Nelson. Mr. Nelson was a member of the Mosquito Creek Sportsmen’s Club, Frenchville, and the Grassflat L.O.O.M. No. 941.

He’s survived by a sister, Laura J. McGovern of Morrisdale; a brother, Edwin E. Nelson and his wife, Dottie of Strongsville, Ohio; and eight nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Ruby Nelson and a brother, Kenneth Nelson.

There will be no public visitation; services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Obituary Notice: Dorothy E. Owens Soles (Provided photo)

Dorothy E. Owens Soles, 95, of Youngstown, Ohio, and formerly of the Grampian area, died Monday, Dec. 23, 2013 at Austinwoods Nursing Home.

She was born Aug. 5, 1918 in Stronach, a daughter of the late G. Paul and Lydia (Spencer) Curry. She was raised by her mother and step-father, Jerome Galio.

She was a graduate of the Curwensville High School in the class of 1936. She then graduated in 1942 from the Clearfield Hospital, School of Nursing.

After that she and her husband, Alfred, relocated to San Diego, Calif. in 1943, where she was employed at Mercy Hospital. She was also involved with the American Red Cross blood donor center. They returned to the Youngstown area, where she was employed at the Youngstown Hospital Association Northside Unit, as the head nurse in the maternity ward.

She was also employed as a nurse on a part-time basis with Republic Steel Corp. She then transferred to the South Side Unit of Y.H.A., where she worked for 24 years, retiring in 1981 as an assistant head nurse.

She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, where she was a member of the United Methodist Women and honored as the most valiant woman of the church. She was a member of the Mar-Sing Sunday School Class, the Naomi Circle and supervised the church nursery for 18 years.

She was also a member of the Youngstown St. David’s Welsh Society, where she was named Welsh Woman of the Year in 2006. She was a social member of St. George Croatian Home; a member of the Order of Amaranth-Court No. 22; a life member of Miriam Chapter No. 278 of the Order of Eastern Star; a past president of the Clotilda Club; a member of the steering committee of the retired nurses interest group; a charter member of the Volney Rogers P.T.A.; a member of the Philosophical Educational Organization; and a past president of the Westside Band Boosters.

She was active with the Boy Scouts of America. She loved to entertain and be around people, especially children. She enjoyed reading, flower gardening and listening to music.

Her first husband, Alfred W. Owens, whom she married April 24, 1942, died May 2, 1969. Her second husband, Melvin T. Soles, whom she married April 7, 1973, died May 19, 1992.

She is survived by her son, Dr. Alfred W. (Dawn) Owens II of Austintown; her sisters, Annie Lumadue of Clearfield and Erma Carson of Williamsport; her granddaughter, Elisa Owens of Austintown and many nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville with the Rev. Dr. Robert S. Ludrowsky officiating. Burial will be in the Lumber City Cemetery.

Family and friends will be received from 12 p.m. until the time of services Saturday at the funeral home.

There will be a memorial service at 11 a.m. Jan. 4, at the Trinity United Methodist Church, Chapel of the Friendly Bells, in Youngstown.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Scholarship Fund of Trinity United Methodist Church, 30 W. Front St., Youngstown., OH 44503 or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Barbara Ann Shirey (Provided photo)

Barbara Ann Shirey, 66, of Frenchville was called home to the Lord on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2013.

She was born June 10, 1947 in Clearfield, a daughter of the late James and Frances (Smith) Rougeux. She was a school bus driver for 37 years and a mail carrier for four years.

She loved to bake for Kunes Farms and also enjoyed cross-stitching.

She is survived by her husband, William B. Shirey, whom she wed March 16, 1963 in Clearfield; five children, Robert J Shirey and his wife, Janet, Barbara A. Trimpey and her husband, Fred and James R. Shirey, all of Frenchville, Jo Ann McCracken of Curwensville and Jennifer M. Rich and her husband, Matthew of Clearfield; 12 grandchildren, Mark, Brian and Bradley Spaid; Robert Shirey Jr.; Scott, Jonathan, Emily and Isaac Trimpey; James and Wade Shirey and Lilly and Laurel Rich; three great-grandchildren, Valen and Colton Spaid and Andrea Spaid; and a brother and two sisters, Eugene Smith and his wife, Charlotte and Violet Shugerts and her husband, Kenneth, both of Frenchville, and Sandy Kuhn and her husband, Roger of Clearfield.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield.  Funeral Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, 113 N. Third St., Clearfield.

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

Darla Coble, 48, of Allport died Thursday, Dec. 26, 2013 at the Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College.

Born Jan. 17, 1965 in Philipsburg, she was the daughter of the late Leo and Ruth (Maines) Coble of Allport.

Ms. Coble attended the Lanse Evangelical Free Church. She was a graduate of the West Branch High School in the class of 1983.

She’s survived by a son, Stephen Coble Vigdor of Allport; three sisters, Lori S. Quick and her husband, Patrick of Allport, Sandra L. Lehmier and her husband, Robert of Danville and Jacqueline Graham of Clearfield; two brothers, Gerald Coble and his wife, Laura of Frenchville and Leo Coble Jr. of Allport; one niece; 10 nephews; and one great-nephew.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Chapel of the Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, with the Pastor Matt Mitchell officiating. Burial will be in the Allport Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday and from 10 a.m. until the hour of services Monday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Autism Speaks.

Marilyn R. Aughenbaugh, 80, of Clearfield died Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013 at the Clearfield Hospital.

Mrs. Aughenbaugh was born March 10, 1933 in Greensburg, the daughter of Robert E. and Agnes (Wilson) Thorn.

She graduated from Clearfield Area High School in class of 1951 and was a homemaker.

Mrs. Aughenbaugh was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, Clearfield. She was a member of the NON Club, Clearfield Women’s Club, Bridge Club and Pinochle Club.

Mrs. Aughenbaugh volunteered for various organizations, including the American Red Cross and the Clearfield Hospital.

She is survived by six children, Dr. Jack A. Aughenbaugh Jr. and his wife, Ellen Boron of Pottsville, Jerry R.  Aughenbaugh of Clearfield, Jeffrey L. Aughenbaugh of Dayton, Ohio, Eric S. Aughenbaugh and his wife, Violet of Mill Hall, Tamara Gearhart and her husband, Pat of Manheim and Jill Ogden and her husband, Robert of Woodland; 13 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

Mrs. Aughenbaugh was the last member of her generation. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jack A. Aughenbaugh, whom she married on March 23, 1954 and whom died July 23, 1992; a brother, William T. Thorn and a sister, Joanne Mellott.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Bennett and Houser Funeral Home Inc., Clearfield, with Pastor Sallie Swenson officiating. Burial will be in the Crown Crest Memorial Park, Hyde.

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

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Trinity United Methodist Church, 121 S. Second St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

Obituary Notice: Grace E. Webster (Provided photo)

Grace E. Webster, 80 of Clearfield and formerly of Philipsburg, died Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013 at the DuBois Regional Medical Center in DuBois.

She was the daughter of the late Lamual and Margaret Ann (Jones) Myers, born Feb. 5, 1933 in Osceola Mills.  She married William J. Webster Sr. on Dec. 8, 1947 in Osceola Mills.  He preceded her in death on Nov. 15, 1989.

Mrs. Webster was of the Christian faith and a homemaker.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Claire Ann Ibberson and a brother, George Myers.

Mrs. Webster is survived by four daughters, Del Marie Webster and her husband, Henry of Philipsburg, Edith Winter and her husband, Milton of West Decatur, Loretta Knepp and her husband, Duane of Morrisdale and Cynthia Knepp and her husband, Paul of State College and four sons, William John Webster Jr. and his companion, Patty of Morrisdale, Earl T. Webster and his wife, Theresa of Philipsburg, Robert D. Webster and his companion, Julie of West Decatur and Scott A. Webster and his wife Tina of Fredericksburg, VA.

Surviving are a sister, Mary Lou Socash of Houtzdale; a brother, the Rev Robert Myers and his wife, Gloria Myers of Carlisle; and a step-brother, Ronald Myers and his companion, Elsie of Osceola Mills.  Also surviving are 26 grandchildren, Tracy, William II, Holly, Shawn, Keila, Henry Jr., Apryl, Michael, Carl, Chelsea, Benjamin, Emily, Destiny, Starr, Justin and Brandie Webster; Milton, Jr. and Joseph Winter; Kelly Morris; Sharon, Pamela, Carrie, Grace, Donna, Andrew and David Knepp; and 35 great-grandchildren.  Mrs. Webster’s aunt, Letty Mason, who is 93 years old, also survives in Philipsburg.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Heath Funeral Home in Osceola Mills with Pastor Darl L. Ware officiating.  Burial will be at the Umbria Cemetery in Osceola Mills.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday and from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service Friday at the Heath Funeral Home.

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

Joanne G. (Grattan) Baer, 82, of Glen Hope died Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013 at UPMC Altoona Hospital.

She was born May 16, 1931 in Madera, a daughter of the late Leo and Vera (Walstrom) Grattan.

She was a 1949 graduate of the Madera High School and a parishioner of St. Basil the Great Roman Catholic Church, Coalport.

She worked as a certified nurse’s aide for many years as a caregiver.  She was the owner of the Baer’s Tavern of Irvona from 1981-1986 and also worked at Moon’s Tavern in Smoke Run.

She was a life member of the former Madera V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary and a past member of the Curwensville Ladies of the MOOSE.

On July 2, 1954 in Osceola Mills, she married Ralph Baer Jr. He preceded her in death on July 12, 1983.

She’s survived by four children, Daniel R. Baer (Mary Ann) of New Ringgold; Diana L. Kephart (Mickey) of Madera; Ronald B. Baer (Debra) of Glen Hope and Denise K. Williams (Jimmy) of Ebensburg.

She’s survived by four grandchildren, Daniel Baer Jr., Zachary Baer (Kelley), Tanya Jo Thomson (Doug) and Ronald B. Baer II and three great-grandchildren, Braedon M. Baer, Douglas N. Thomson and Bentley N. Thomson.

She’s also survived by two brothers and a sister, Leo Grattan (Julia) of Pittsburgh, Thomas Grattan (Jean) of Brandon, Fla. and Peggy Jones (Robert) of Ramey and a number of nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Isaac Jacob Baer; a brother, Jim Grattan; four sisters, Mae Connors, Dorothy Marcille, Patricia Smith and an infant sister.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Thursday and from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Friday at the Kruise Funeral Home, Inc., Madera.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with Fr. Zab Amar officiating. Burial will follow in the Bell Cemetery, Glen Hope.

Condolences may be sent to: condolences@kruisefuneralhome.com.

Obituary Notice: Lee D. Swatsworth Sr. (Provided photo)

Lee David Swatsworth Sr., 72, of Curwensville died Friday, Dec. 27, 2013 at the Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh after a lengthy illness.

Born July 15, 1941, he was the son of Leonard “Chuck” and Josephine “Peg” (Passmore) Swatsworth.  He was Protestant by faith and baptized as a member of the Baptist faith.

Mr. Swatsworth was last employed by the former Superior Pet Products of Curwensville and retired after 27 years of service. He was a member of the Curwensville L.O.O.M. No. 268 and the Curwensville VFW Post No. 842.

In his younger years, he was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed raising his many beagles.  He will be greatly missed by his loving and faithful companion, “Gussie” beagle.

On March 10, 1984 at Olanta, he wed the former Margaret “Maggie” Greene, who survives along with three sons,  Lee Swatsworth Jr. of Delaware, Mark Swatsworth of Huntingdon and Jeff Swatsworth and his wife, Georgia of Bells Landing.

Also surviving are six grandchildren, Bridget, Jamison and Kylie Swatsworth, all of Punxsutawney and David and Chad Swatsworth and Shanna Patterson, all of Portersville and two great-grandchildren, Isaia Swatsworth and Cheyenne Gallaher, both of Punxsutawney.

In addition, he is survived by two sisters, Betty Kula and her husband, John of Olanta and Susan “Sue” Stephens and her husband, Allen “Tuffy” of Curwensville; a sister-in-law, Norma “Teed” Swatsworth of Curwensville; 20 nieces and nephews, including a very special niece, Mindy Nelen and her husband, Mark and great-niece, Morgan.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Carl R. and Denton L. Swatsworth; two brothers, Leonard and Richard “Dick” Swatsworth; a sister, Jean Stiles; a sister-in-law, Shirley Swatsworth; and a nephew, Dicky Swatsworth.

Funeral services for Lee Swatsworth will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville, with Mr. Dean Richards officiating.  Burial will be in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Curwensville.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday and again from 10 a.m. until time of services Friday at the funeral home.

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

Martin T. Popyack, 101, formerly of Beccaria, died Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013 at Juniper Village at Huntingdon Ridge, North Huntingdon.

He was born in Madera on Oct. 28, 1912, a son of the late Andrew T. and Catherine (Gresek) Popyack.

He worked for 37 years as a wireman for Westinghouse in Turtle Creek. And, as a young man, he worked for 16 years as a coal miner.

He’s survived by two sisters and two brothers, Margaret Temchack of Beccaria; Catherine Hart of Newcomerstown, Ohio; Edward Popyack (Dorothy Ann) of New Stanton and Francis Popyack (Henrietta) of Murrysville. He’s also survived by a number of nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Kathryn (Blaha) Popyack; his second wife, Helen Popyack; three brothers, Andrew, Joseph and Leonard Popyack; and three sisters, Mary Vanovich, Ann Welch and Irene Solensky.

Mr. Popyack enjoyed music, especially playing the accordion and violin.  He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates fan.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday and from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Thursday at the Kruise Funeral Home Inc., Ramey.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Fr. Zab Amar officiating.  Burial will follow in the Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery, Ramey.

Condolences may be sent to: condolences@kruisefuneral.com.

Mark Allen Lauterbock, 55, of Port St. Lucie, Fla. and formerly of Philipsburg died Dec. 29, 2013 at his residence in Florida.

He was the son of the late Ernest Lauterbock and Joanna McGrath, who survives of Philipsburg.  He was born on Sept. 18, 1958 in Philipsburg.  Also surviving is his long-time companion, Robert Peer of Port St. Lucie, Fla.

Mr. Lauterbock was of the Protestant faith and had served for four years in the U.S. Navy.  He enjoyed traveling, the outdoors, hiking and backpacking.  He also loved cooking and gardening.

He was a civil engineer with the federal government until retiring.  He was a 1976 graduate of the Philipsburg-Osceola Area High School and a 1986 graduate of the Florida Institute of Technology with a Bachelor’s degree in ocean engineering.

In addition to his mother and companion, he’s survived by a sister, Nancy Twoey and her husband, Bill of Philipsburg; a brother, Wayne Lauterbock and his wife, Liz of Eustis, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Grace United Methodist Church in Philipsburg, with the Rev. Mark Thumma officiating.  A luncheon will follow the services at church.

There will be no public visitation.

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

Friends may sign the guestbook at:  beezerheathfh.com.

Obituary Notice: May J. Love (Provided photo)

May J. Love, 99, of Houtzdale died Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2014 at the Hearthside Nursing Home in State College.

Born Oct. 23, 1914, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Richard L. and Lillian (Bell) Williams.  Her husband, Lt. Col. Dean S. Love, preceded her in death on Dec. 4, 1957.

A graduate of the Philipsburg High School and Bucknell University, she also earned graduate credits at Penn State, the University of Denver, and Indiana University.  A teacher by profession, she taught in several locations including Heidelberg, Germany; Ankara, Turkey; San Juan, Puerto Rico; and Fort Belvoir, VA.  She retired from the Moshannon Valley School District in 1976.

She lived abroad for five years and was an avid traveler, visiting every continent except Antarctica.  She was a member of the Daughters of the American Colonists, the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Houtzdale Presbyterian Church.

She was the last of her generation.  In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Marcia Williams Lloyd; a granddaughter, Karen Lloyd; her sister, Miriam Fahringer; and her brother, Dr. Warren Williams.

She is survived by four grandchildren, Kristen Lloyd of New York, NY; Allison Lloyd of State College; Amy Lloyd of Brooklyn, NY; and Mark Lloyd of Watchung, NJ; six great-grandchildren, Sage, Jade and Quinn of State College and Landon, Juliana and Sebastian of Brooklyn, NY; and four nephews.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Friday at the Kruise Funeral Home Inc. in Madera.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Houtzdale Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Thomas A.  McCoy officiating.  Burial will be at the Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, VA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Houtzdale Presbyterian Church.

Condolences may be sent to: condolences@kruisefuneralhome.

Andrea L. (Snyder) Stanton, 46, of Ramey died at the Clearfield Hospital on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2014.

Born March 6, 1967 in Clearfield, she was the daughter of Clair M. “Tom” and Lorraine D. (Kitko) Snyder. She was a 1985 graduate of Moshannon Valley Junior-Senior High School.

She was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church, Houtzdale. She was attending the Clearfield County Career & Technology Center, where she was enrolled in the LPN Program and held top honors in her class.

Prior to attending school, she worked as a medical record tech for several doctors. She enjoyed coaching eighth grade soccer at the Bigler YMCA.

She’s survived by two sons and one daughter, Anthony Snyder of Coalport and Jacob A. Stanton and Abigail E. Stanton, both of Ramey, and her former husband, Jason Stanton of Smithmill.

She’s also survived by five brothers and one sister, Thomas Snyder and his wife, Barbara and Donald Snyder and his wife, Teresa, both of Ramey; Gregory Snyder and his wife, Marlene of Coral Springs, Fla.; Robert Snyder and his wife, Karen of Meadville; Patrick Snyder and his wife, Nancy of Chicago, IL; DeAnna Nasso and her husband, Joseph of Hamburg, NY; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday and from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Kruise Funeral Home Inc., Ramey.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday at Christ the King Church, Houtzdale, with Fr. Stanley J. Swacha as celebrant. Burial will follow in the Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery, Madera.

The family requests that contributions be made to Anthony Snyder, 1940 Dakota Ridge Rd., Coalport, PA 16627 for the benefit of her beloved children.  Condolences may be sent to: condolences@kruisefuneralhome.com.

Gerald G. Caldwell, 91, of Clearfield died Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2014 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.

He was born Jan. 31, 1922, a son of the late Lonnie and Bessie (Brown) Caldwell.

Mr. Caldwell was employed as a painter and janitor at various locations around the Clearfield area.
He was a member of the former Allen AME Church of Clearfield.

He is survived by sister, Evelyn McCoy of Clearfield and a brother, Calvin Caldwell of Harrisburg.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five sisters, Ruth Washington, Lorraine Jeffries, Artis Caldwell, Henrietta Enoch and Vermell Plato and two brothers, Lonnie and James T. Caldwell.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Kevin A Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield, with Pastor Robert F. Henry officiating. Burial will follow in the Hillcrest Cemetery, Clearfield.

Friends will be received from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to a charity of one’s choice.

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

Stanley B. Owens, 74, of DuBois died Thursday, Jan. 2, 2014 at the DuBois Regional Medical Center.

Born Aug. 6, 1939 in Lawrence Township, Clearfield, he was the son of the late Howard and Hollis (Richner) Owens.

He made his home with Donna Lockwood.

He was a member of the Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 5, working as an electrician for more than 30 years.  He was also a member of the Clearfield Lodge 314 Free and Accepted Masons.

He had worked on his family farm in Clearfield for many years and enjoyed hunting and trapping.

He is survived by numerous children and grandchildren and two sisters, Cora Owens and Nancy Fletcher, both of Clearfield.

He was preceded in death by one brother, Dan Owens and one sister, Olive Martell.

There will be no visitation.

A memorial service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

Burial will be in Owens Cemetery located in Lawrence Township, Clearfield County.

Memorials may be placed with any non-profit organization that benefits children.

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

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

Theresa Elizabeth Dixon, 98, of DuBois died Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014 at home following a short illness.

She was born Sept. 19, 1915, the daughter of the late Anthony and Amelia Nicolo Zito of Emporium. She was married to the late Francis S. Dixon of DuBois on June 23, 1941.

She retired after more than 15 years of working at the DuBois Area Schools in 1980. She was a reliable and devoted volunteer for the DuBois Regional Medical Center; she was honored by the volunteers for more than 20 years of continuous service.

She was well-known to her family and friends as a loving mother, friend and sister; an avid crossword puzzle completer; an expert crocheter of afghans, hats and sweaters; a skilled baker; and a meticulous homemaker. She enjoyed traveling to Arizona, California, Maine and England for extended visits with her children and family.

She is survived by two daughters and a son, Nancy Dixon of Lymington, Hampshire, England; Beverly Regal and her husband, Pat of Chandler, AZ; and Francis and his wife, Deborah of Granite Bay, Calif.; three grandchildren, Christopher Regal of Murrieta, Calif. and Alex and Elizabeth Dixon of Granite Bay and Citrus Heights, Calif.; three great-grandchildren, Patrick, Nicholas and Natalie Regal; a brother, Gus Zito and a sister, Jean Zito, both of Emporium; and a number of nieces and nephews, including Mary Jo and her husband, Erik van der Kaay of Kennebunk, ME.

She was preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters, Anthony Zito, Dominick Zito; Frank Zito; infant Joseph Zito; Joseph Zito; Margaret (Margie) Anderson; Nancy Connors; Stella Zito; and Susan Zito.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Monday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home in DuBois. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12.30 p.m. Tuesday at the St. Bernard Catholic Church in Falls Creek, with Father Matias Quimno officiating.

Burial will be at Morningside Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Theresa Dixon to the DuBois Regional Medical Center Home Health and Hospice, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois PA 15801.

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