Kenneth Lee Erskine, 48, of Greenwood Township, Mahaffey, died Wednesday, July 16, 2013. Born Sept. 25, 1965 in Clearfield, he was the son of Charles Erskine and Dorothy (Quinn) Wisor.

Mr. Erskine had worked for PennDOT for 16 years; he was employed by Howell’s Paving.  He enjoyed playing slow and fast pitch softball, as well as dirt track racing both watching and participating.

On Sept. 25, 1985, he wed the former Nancy Jean Johnston, who survives along with his mother; a son, Nick Erskine of Mahaffey; and two brothers and two sisters, Charles Erskine and his wife, Geri, Teresa Kyler and her husband, Rob, Douglas Erskine; and Peggy Erskine and her companion, Brad Warrick, all of Clearfield.

He was preceded in death by his father and numerous aunts and uncles.

Funeral services for Mr. Erskine will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville with Mr. Gary B. Jewart officiating.

Friends will be received from 10 a.m. Monday until time of services at the funeral home.

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.

Donna L. Stine, 79, of Lanse entered peacefully into heaven Friday, July 18, 2014 at her residence surrounded by her children and their families.

Born July 17, 1935 in Philipsburg, she was the daughter of the late Stewart and Lucille Lawrence Earley.  Mrs. Stine was raised by her aunt and uncle, Marion and Roy Lawrence.

She was a lifetime member of the Winburne Presbyterian Church. She was a deacon at the church. Also, she was a member of the True Blue Club and Choir.

Mrs. Stine was a graduate of the Cooper Township High School in the class of 1953. She retired from Presbyterian Home/Moshannon Heights.

She married George Houck Stine on May 10, 1958 in Lanse. He preceded her in death on May 10, 2012.

She’s survived by three daughters, Lori M. Sowash and her husband, Gary of State College, Beverly R. O’Connor and her husband, Robert of Allport and Connie S. Rebar and her husband, Troy of Akron and two sons, Timothy G. Stine and his wife, Mary Lou of Jacksonville, Fla. and Gary D. Stine and his wife, Tiffany of Winchester, Ky.

Mrs. Stine is also survived by her grandchildren, Tiffany Olmstead and her husband, Michael, Gary L. Sowash Jr., Rachel Ellis and her husband, James, Isabelle Stine, Kayla A. O’Connor, Kindra M. O’Connor, Emily L. Rebar, Trent N. Rebar and Riley K. Stine; and her great-grandchildren, Emma Olmstead, Michael Olmstead and Eva Ellis.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Margaret (Peggy) Major.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Winburne Presbyterian Church with Lay Ministers Gary Jewart and Martha Bloom officiating. Burial will be in the Winburne Presbyterian Cemetery.

There will not be any public visitation.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Winburne Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 397, Winburne, PA 16879.

Obituary Notice: Mae Winters (Provided photo)

Mae Winters, 79, of Philipsburg died Friday July 18, 2014 at Mount Nittany Medical Center in State College.

Born Aug. 29, 1934 in Morris Township, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Batcho) Sheroke.

She married Floyd W. Winters on June 7, 1953 at the former Ohio E.U.B Church (Morgan Run), Osceola Mills;  he preceded her in death on Nov. 21, 2012.

Mrs. Winters was a member of the Gospel Tabernacle Assembly of God in Philipsburg.

She was a homemaker.  She graduated from the former Morris Township High School in the class of 1953.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Dorothy Ryver, Josephine Dysart and Laura Grace Myers and a brother, John R. Sheroke.

Mrs. Winters is survived by a daughter, Judith Chilcot and her husband, Richard of Woodbridge, Va. and two sons, the Rev. Daniel B. Winters and his wife, Bonnie of Philipsburg and Timothy Winters and his wife, Tammy of West Decatur.

She’s also survived by four sisters, Marie McCleland and her husband, Lester of State College; Shirley Kelce and her husband, Donald and Mary Hughes and her husband, Joseph, both of Philipsburg, and Joanna Anawald and her husband, Donald of Anawald-Corfu, NY; two brothers, Richard Sheorke of Bethel and Robert Sheroke and his wife, Mary of Morrisdale; nine grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

The funeral service will at 11a.m. Wednesday at the Gospel Tabernacle Assembly of God in Philipsburg with the Rev. Robert Ferguson officiating.  Burial will be at the Baughman Cemetery in Houtzdale.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Heath Funeral Home in Osceola Mills and from 10 a.m. Wednesday until the time of the funeral service at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Gospel Tabernacle Assembly of God, 236 Scott Ln., Philipsburg, PA 16866 or to the Wounded Warriors Project, 4899 Belfort Rd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256.

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

Elizabeth Marie “Betty” Prave, 74, of Lumber City died Thursday, July 17, 2014 at her residence after a lengthy illness.  Born April 27, 1940 In Curwensville, she was the daughter of Simon J. “Sam” and Helen (Soltis) Kavelak.

Mrs. Prave was a homemaker. She had been a cosmetic consultant for Merle-Norman Cosmetics. She was retired from the Curwensville Area School District as a teacher’s aide.

She was a member of the St. Timothy Roman Catholic Church in Curwensville, where she was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society. She was also a member of the Hobby Garden Club.  She was a 1958 graduate of Curwensville High School.

On July 1, 1961 in Curwensville, she wed Walter C. “Nick” Prave, who survives.

She’s survived by seven children,  Paula L. Haley, Lisa G. Prave, Marla E. Linsenbigler and her husband, Corey and Marc E. Prave and his wife, Valerie, all of Curwensville; Dana A. McCahan and her husband, Dennis of Woodland; Joann L. Caldwell and her husband, Greg of DuBois; and Nick T. Prave and his wife, Janet of Brockway.

Also surviving are 15 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Helen Holland and her husband, Dave of Curwensville and Mary Ann Truitt of Thompsontown; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Agnes Houston and Beverly Palmer.

At the request of Mrs. Prave, there will be no public visitation and a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at a later date.

The family suggests contributions be made to the Family Houses of the UPMC Hospital Network, 5001 Baum Blvd., Suite 545, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.

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.

Torin Robert Verbeck, 27, of Philipsburg died Thursday, July 17, 2014 in Philipsburg.

Born Nov. 14, 1986 in Clearfield, he was the son of Robert L. Verbeck Jr. and Kimberlee A. (Culp) Verbeck of Philipsburg.

Mr. Verbeck was a member of the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Philipsburg.  He was a 2005 graduate of the Philipsburg-Osceola High School and attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania.  He was a laborer.

Mr. Verbeck was preceded in death by great-grandparents, Martin Sibley and Pauline Culp, Norman and Florence Verbeck and Agnes Hill.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sister, Kendre A. Verbeck-Myers and her husband, Nathan Myers of Clarksville, Tenn.; his maternal grandparents, William and Peg Culp of Chester Hill; his paternal grandparents, Robert and Cheryln Verbeck of South Philipsburg; and his great-grandparents, Oliver and Dorothy Smeal of Philipsburg.

A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Heath Funeral Home in Osceola Mills, with Pastor Mark Thumma officiating.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. Thursday until the time of the memorial service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the P.O. Quarterback Booster Club, P.O. Box 622, Philipsburg, PA 16866.

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

Obituary Notice: Ryan L. Rhone (Provided photo)

Ryan Lee Rhone, 41, of Grampian died Saturday, July 19, 2014 at Clearfield Penn Highlands.

Born Jan. 20, 1973 in Clearfield, he was the son of Kenneth Rhone II and Jeanie (Hess) Hand.

He was employed at the Wal-Mart Distribution Center as a mechanic.  He was a member of the Curwensville L.O.O.M. Family Center No. 268 and the Curwensville VFW Post No. 842. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and hunting.

Surviving are his father and step-mother, Mary George Rhone of Renova and his mother and step-father, John Hand of Grampian.

Also surviving are his brother, Kenneth Rhone and his wife, Jill of Curwensville; his companion, Tammy McGarvey of Grampian; and three grandchildren, Allie Conklin, Ryker Conklin and Madison Hamilton.

He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Funeral services for Ryan L. Rhone will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville with the Rev. Scott M. Schultz officiating. Burial will be in the Crown Crest Memorial Park, Hyde.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Wednesday and again from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

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.

Gerald L. “Jerry” Stine, 62, of Ginter and formerly of Philipsburg died Sunday, July 20, 2014 in New Liberty, Philipsburg.

Born March 14, 1952, he was the son of Gerald G. and Lillian J. (Harris) Stine, who survive of New Liberty, Philipsburg.

Mr. Stine was protestant by faith.

He worked for the First Chemical Company, which was later known as Ablemarle, in Tyrone for 22 years. He was a 1970 graduate of the Philipsburg-Osceola Mills Area High School.

In addition to his parents, he’s survived by a sister, Carol J. Walker and her husband, Henry of Philipsburg; a brother, David Stine of State College; and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Centre Cemetery, Osceola Mills, with the Rev. Timothy D. Richmond officiating.

At Mr. Stine’s request, there will be no public visitation.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg.

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

Ronald M. London, 72, of DuBois died Monday, July 21, 2014 at his residence.

Born on May 22, 1943, he was the son of the late Kenneth M. London I and Mary C. (Carrier) London.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Vietnam War.

On May 28, 1966, he married Jeanne R. (Batherst) London.  She preceded him in death on Dec. 16, 2012.

He was the owner/operator of Ron’s Repair Shop on Dixon Avenue for 20 years.  Prior to that, he worked on General Motor cars for 20 years at Osburn’s and his family-owned London Brothers Auto Aligning.

He was a life member of the Temple Baptist Church.  He was a member of the Balsa Buster RC Aeromodeling Club, the Academy of Model Arenoautics, the Corvair Club of America and the Super Chevy Association, where he won the national title for three consecutive years for restoration of his 1965 Corvair.

He is survived by two sons, Leonard R. London and Ronald W. London, both of DuBois; a sister, Alice “Kay’ Buriak of Duncannon; and three grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his son, Kenneth M. London II; a twin brother, Renald London; and an infant brother, Jackie London.

There will be no public visitation.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Aug. 4 at the Temple Baptist Church with Pastor Kevin Orndorff officiating.

Full military honors will be accorded by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard at the church.

Memorials may be sent to Temple Baptist Church, 590 Lincoln Dr., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Judith J. Foster (Provided photo)

Judith J. Foster, 69, of Philipsburg died Saturday, July 19, 2014 at her residence.

Born Dec. 4, 1944 in Portage, she was a daughter of the late Verneda Pearl (Butterworth) Brown English, the step-daughter of the late Allen F. English and the daughter of the late Arthur Brown.

She was a member of the Son-Rise Fellowship, Houtzdale; the Philipsburg VFW Auxiliary; and the West Decatur Sportsmen’s Club.

She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She was always thinking of others before thinking of herself. She loved creative cooking and enjoyed painting ceramics and drawing.

On Sept. 21, 1961 in Bigler, she married William Horatio Foster, who survives of Shiloh.

In addition to her husband, she’s survived by two daughters, Marsha Young and her husband, Richard of Woodland and Becky Perry and her husband, Timothy of Houtzdale and a son, William J. Foster of Woodland.

She’s also survived by one sister, Joyce Lafountain and her husband, Ray of Florida; six brothers, Gary English and his wife, Becky of Omaha, Neb., Ronald English and his wife, Sonya of Philipsburg, Jerry English and his wife, Stephanie of Munson, Art Brown and his wife, Barb of Grove City, Tim Brown and his wife, Karen of Sharpsville and Phillip Brown and his wife, Janet of New Castle; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and step-father, she was preceded in death by an infant twin; two infant siblings; and two brothers, Allen English and George Brown.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Church of Christ, 219 Merrill St., Clearfield, with the Rev. Isaiah Krause and the Rev. Clare Pannebaker officiating. Burial will be in Bradford Cemetery, Woodland.

Friends will be received from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday at the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, 228 N. Centre St., Philipsburg.

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

Obituary Notice: Betty Lou Batcho (Provided photo)

Betty Lou Batcho, 89, a beloved mother and grandmother, of Clearfield went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 21, 2014 at Clearfield Penn Highlands.

Born Jan. 1, 1925 in Houtzdale, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Clarissa (Webster) Visnofsky.

In her early years, she worked with her father at Eisenberg’s grocery store in Houtzdale. Later in life, she worked with her husband in the family business, Batcho Business Machines.

Her greatest joy was family. She enjoyed family gatherings, cooking and crocheting and was also an avid bowler in mid-life. She was known as a gentle, pleasant person who treated everyone with kindness.

She was a member of the West Side United Methodist Church, Clearfield.

She’s survived by four children, Betty Jean Gormont and her husband, Walter, Andrew Glen Batcho and his wife, Linda and Diane Kesner and her husband, Kim, all of Clearfield, and Doris ‘Dorie’ White and her husband, Charles of Curwensville; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Edward Visnofsky and his wife, Ima Jean of Clearfield.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew ‘Andy’ Batcho on April 29, 2012; a son, Ernest Jack Batcho; and a great-grandson, Damian Gormont.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Kevin A Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield, with the Rev. Dr. Joleen A. Willis officiating. Burial will follow in the Crown Crest Memorial Park, Hyde.

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. – 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Clearfield Foundation for Health – Hospice, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield, or to the American Cancer Society, 26 S. Second St., Clearfield or to the West Side United Methodist Church, 317 Nichols St., Clearfield.

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

Olga S. Hefferan, 91, a resident of the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield, and formerly of Philipsburg, died Monday, July 21, 2014 at the center.

Born Dec. 17, 1922 in Manchuria, China, she was a daughter of the late John and Maria (Feytuk) Sarkozy. She was a member of the First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Philipsburg, and the Lutheran Church Women.

For many years, she was a volunteer at the Moshannon Heights and the Presbyterian Home.

On Feb. 14, 1978 in Huntsville, Ala., she married John T. Hefferan, whom died Nov. 4, 1993.

Mrs. Hefferan is survived by nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her first husband, George Joseph Williams and several siblings.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, 228 N. Centre St., Philipsburg, with the Rev. Robert Way officiating. Burial will be in Philipsburg Cemetery.

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

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Evangelical Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 377, Philipsburg, PA 16866.

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

Tammy Lynn Bennett, 50, of Grampian died Monday, July 21, 2014 at DuBois Penn Highlands.

Born June 13, 1964 in Clearfield, she was the daughter of Henry LeRoy and Frances Jane (Shields) Bennett.  She was Christian by faith.

She had been employed at the Dubois Regional Medical Center as a registered nurse. She worked in the rehabilitation department and was employed as an RN with Vantage Health Care Network.

She was a member of the Curwensville Moose Lodge No. 268.

On Jan. 9, 1993 in Grampian, she wed Thomas P. Leonard of Grampian, who survives.

She’s survived by two children, Kyle Paul Leonard of Reynoldsville and Tashawna Nicolle Leonard and her fiancé, Steven Phillips of Grampian and her parents, Henry and Frances Bennett of Marion Center.

Funeral services for Mrs. Bennett will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville with the Rev. Stephen Shields officiating. Burial will follow in the Wood Cemetery in Grampian.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Thursday and from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

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.

John William Clark, 76, of Grampian died Tuesday, July 22, 2014 at his home with his family at his side.

Born Sept. 7, 1937 in Greenwood Township, he was the son of the late George and Lula (Anderson) Clark.

On May 24, 1958 in the Bible Fellowship Church, he married Alice (Weber) Clark.  She survives.

Mr. Clark moved to Glens Falls, NY in 1958 and returned home in 1980, where he worked at various coal mines as a dragline operator. After working in the coal business, he founded and operated Clark’s Cleaning Company for many years.

He loved his family and was a hard worker who had a great sense of humor and who enjoyed helping others.  He loved to go camping and host various campgrounds. He especially enjoyed sitting on his deck in the mornings.

He was a member of the First Baptist Church in DuBois.  He will be sadly missed by his wife, family and friends; he was so witty and made everyone laugh.

Mr. Clark is survived by a daughter, Susan McKenrick and her husband, Michael of Short Gap, W.Va.; two sons, Daniel Clark and his wife, Lori of Wilton, NY and Brian Clark and his wife, Valerie of Olanta; two brothers, James and Edward Clark; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

At Mr. Clark’s request, there will be no public visitation or funeral services. Burial will be in Chestnut Grove Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to the First Baptist Church, 197 Eastern Ave., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

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

Obituary Notice: James E. Ashcroft (Provided photo)

James E. Ashcroft, 57, of Osceola Mills died Sunday, July 20, 2014 at his home.

Born Sept. 24, 1956 in Philipsburg, he was the son of Allen G. and Helen K. “Kay” (Vincer) Ashcroft of Sandy Ridge.

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

He was a 1974 graduate of the Philipsburg–Osceola High School. He also graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in forest science from Penn State University in 1978.  He worked for Lezzer Lumber in State College for 28 years.

In addition to his parents, he’s survived by three sisters, Theresa Ashcroft of Clearfield, Sharon Hagyard and her husband, James of Philipsburg and Barbara Mullane and her husband, James of Apex, NC and two brothers, Lloyd Ashcroft of Hagerstown, Md. and Allen Michael “Mike” Ashcroft and his wife, Jessica of Osceola Mills.

A memorial mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osceola Mills with the Rev. Father Joseph P. Staszewski officiating.  Burial will be at the Umbria Cemetery in Osceola Mills.

There will be no visitation.

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

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 26 S. Second St., Clearfield.

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

Obituary Notice: Helen L. Dugan (Provided photo)

Helen L. Dugan, 90, of Philipsburg and formerly of Tyrone died Wednesday, July 23 2014 at Windy Hill Village, Philipsburg.

Born Feb. 13, 1924 in Houtzdale, she was the daughter of the late Patrick and Mary (Haney) Dugan.  She was a member of the St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Tyrone and was a member of the Peer Group while residing at Windy Hill Village.

Ms. Dugan was employed by with the Chicago Rivet Factory in Tyrone until her retirement and was a 1942 graduate of the Houtzdale High School.  She enjoyed spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by eight sisters and five brothers.

Ms. Dugan is survived by a sister, Rita Catherine Evanochko of Philipsburg; two nieces, Patricia L. Lobb and Jennifer R. Laws-Gillam and her husband, James “Lew” Gillam, all of Philipsburg; a nephew, Jeffrey Laws and his wife, Susan of Dickerson, Md.; and numerous other nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 26, 2014 at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Philipsburg, with the Rev. Robert J. Kelly as celebrant.  Burial will be at the Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Osceola Mills.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home in Philipsburg.  The Rosary will be recited on Friday at 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Valley Voices Community Chorus, 236 Smith St., Philipsburg, PA 16866.

Friends may sign the online guestbook at: beezerheathfh.com.

Anna M. Hassinger, 71, of Morrisdale died Thursday, July 24, 2014 at her residence. Born Aug. 29, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Reggie and Daisy Smeal Bumbarger.

Mrs. Hassinger was a member of the Gearhartville Free Methodist Church. She also went bowling every Friday morning. Mrs. Hassinger retired as a certified nursing assistant from the Presbyterian Home, Philipsburg, after 24 years.

She was married to Robert Hassinger on Nov. 8, 1958 in the Summit Hill United Methodist Church. He survives in Morrisdale.

She’s survived by two daughters, Cindy Woolworth and her husband, Bill of Philipsburg and Sonya Johnson and her husband, Charles of Clearfield and one son, Robert Hassinger and his wife, Maryann of Philipsburg.

Mrs. Hassinger is also survived by a sister, Gertrude Bumbarger-Peoples of California and four grandchildren, Bryan, Katie and Jacob Hassinger and Bethany Woolworth.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Harold, Winfield, Robert, Gerald, Clinton, Arden and Reggie Bumbarger and Marvin and Richard Foster, her sisters, Betty and Violet, an infant brother and sister and two infant grandchildren, Krista Marie and Brittany Woolworth.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Chapel of the Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, with Pastor Tina Hawkins officiating. Burial will be in the Centre Cemetery, Philipsburg.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

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

Janet M. Peters, 62, of Penfield and a loving daughter, wife, mother and grandmother, died Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.

Born Jan. 7, 1952 in Spangler, she was the daughter of William and Anna M. (Gallagher) Shepler.

She had worked at the Chircora Nursing Home, REVC and MLNC. She was also a cake decorator at Riverside Market in Hyde.

On Feb. 1, 1969, she wed Thomas H. Peters, who survives of Penfield, along with two children, Brenda Green and her husband, Ronald of Clearfield and Thomas Peters Jr. at home.

She’s survived by grandchildren, Courtney Walker and his wife, Vicky of Penfield, Douglas Walker and his wife, Sierra of Clearfield and Braden Walker and his fiancée, Ashley Fike of Dubois and a great-granddaughter, Adalee Walker.

She’s also survived by brothers and sisters, James Shepler and Kathie Hamilton and her husband, Dennis, all of Hyde; Robert Shepler and his wife, Gloria of Glen Richey; Aggie Hunt and her husband, Earl of Curwensville; Bonnie Turner of Munson; Joseph “Dick” Shepler and his wife, Darlene of New Jersey; and Dan Shepler and his wife, Debra of Clearfield and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, William and Clair Shepler; and three sisters, Bertha Hunt, Barb Young and Mary Young.

Funeral services for Janet Peters will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville with the Rev. Stephen Shields officiating. Burial will follow in the Watts Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday and from 1 p.m. Sunday until the hour of services at the funeral home.

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.

Charlotte I. Langford, 85, of Clearfield, died Thursday, July 24, 2014 at her home.

Ms. Langford was born Aug. 9, 1928 in Woodland, the daughter of Ezekiel B. and Ethel E. (Shimmel) Buck. She was a homemaker.

Ms. Langford was affiliated with the Clearfield Alliance Church.

She is survived by two children, Charlene K. Coder and her husband, Kenneth of Clearfield and John J. Langford and his wife, Sandra of Hyde and five grandchildren, Kenny, Brian and Jason Coder and Andrea and Carly Langford.

She’s also survived by four great-grandchildren, Christopher Luzier and Katelyn, Kennedi and Jayden Coder; a great-great grandson, Sawyer Luzier; two step-children, Joanne Eichler and her husband, Gary of Niagara Falls, NY and Louise Thomas of Johnstown; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Ms. Langford was the last member of her generation. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Malcolm and Braden Hummel; a sister, Ruth Graham; and a step-son, Dr. Thomas E. Langford.

Honoring Ms. Langford’s wishes, there will be no public visitation.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family with the Rev. Robert B. Goldenberg officiating. Burial will be in Crown Crest Memorial Park.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Clearfield Alliance Church, 45 Alliance Rd., Clearfield, PA 16830 or to the Clearfield Foundation for Health-Hospice, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

Alice E. Hetrick, 83, of DuBois died Friday, July 25, 2014 at the DuBois Nursing Home.

Born Dec. 24, 1930 in Jefferson County, she was the daughter of the late Carlton and Ida (Young) Hetrick.

She worked for Sylvania in both Brookville and Warren for many years. She was an avid amateur photographer.

She’s survived by a sister, Dora “Helen” Wilson of DuBois and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Allen and Raymond Hetrick and one sister, Rose Zimmerman.

Friends will be received from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.

A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home with Pastor Terry Felt officiating.

Burial will be in Ohl Cemetery.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Leonard L. Glace Jr. (Provided photo)

Leonard L. Glace Jr., 71, of Clearfield died Friday, July 25, 2014 at the Ridgeview Elder Care & Rehabilitation Center, Curwensville.

He was born Oct. 6, 1942, a son of the late Leonard L. Sr. and Betty (Miller) Glace.

Mr. Glace retired from Avery Coal Co., Wallaceton, and had also worked for various construction companies throughout the Clearfield area. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing and was protestant by faith.

He is survived by seven children, Valerie Vargas and her husband, Tony, Tammy Wilsoncroft and her husband, Ron and Gregory Glace, all of Clearfield; Dan Glace and his wife, Lisa K. of Spring Valley; Veronica Edwards and her husband, Brian of Hollidaysburg; David Glace and his wife, Lisa L. of Curwensville; and Joseph Glace and his wife, Tammy S. of Grampian.

He’s also survived by 16 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; three sisters, Elizabeth Kephart, Esther Neeper and Thelma Maines, all of Clearfield; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Sylvia J. (Smeal) Glace, on June 3, 1967 and whom he wed Jan. 12, 1963, and his second wife, Eleanor R. (Wright) Glace on June 1, 2011 and whom he wed Dec. 23, 1967 in Clearfield.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Kevin A Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield, with the Rev. Brenda Libreatori officiating. Burial will be in the Bradford Cemetery, Woodland.

Friends will be received from 9 a.m. Tuesday until the time of services at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Clearfield Foundation for Health-Hospice, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield.

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