Louise B. Medzie, 86, a life-long resident of Philipsburg died Monday, Feb. 25, 2013 at the Clearfield Hospital.

She was the daughter of the late Stephen and Julia (Thomas) Bilanich, born May 25, 1926 in Philipsburg.  She was married to George E. Medzie, who preceded her in death on May 5, 1986.

Mrs. Medzie was a member of the First Evangelical Lutheran Church of Philipsburg.  She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 1785 in Clearfield and a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, in Clearfield.

She was formerly employed as a supervisor of the former 11th Street Plant of Charles Navasky & Co. in Philipsburg.

Mrs. Medzie is survived by a son, Kenneth S. Medzie, Attorney at Law of Wallingford; three sisters, Margaret Harvey of Clearfield and Leona Franek and Gale Vance, both of Philipsbur; and a granddaughter, Rachel Gwen Medzie of Wallingford.

A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Philipsburg Cemetery, with the Rev. Joseph Staszewski officiating.  There will be no public visitation.

The funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, 719 E. Spruce St., Philipsburg, PA 16866.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 123 S. Sparks St., State College, PA 16801.

Friends may sign the guestbook at: beezerheathfh.com.

Mary A. Snyder, 89, of the Philipsburg Towers, passed into God’s hands on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 at Windy Hill Village.

Born Feb. 4, 1924 in Philipsburg, Mary was a daughter of the late Gurnee and Elsie (Yingling) McClellan. She was a Christian by faith.

On Sept. 3, 1946 in Philipsburg, she married Francis C. “Bud” Snyder, who died July 26, 1995.

She is survived by two sisters, Frances Orwick and Lena McClellan, both of Philipsburg, and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Ruth Miller and Betty Bell, and five brothers, Glenn McClellan, George McClellan, Andrew “Jack” McClellan, Nathan McClellan and Clarence Yingling. She worked as a housekeeper for many families in Philipsburg. She was one of the first residents to occupy the apartments and enjoyed living at the Towers.

She also enjoyed her trips to Florida and flew alone at the age of 80. She enjoyed playing bingo every Tuesday evening and Friday morning. She was a joy to her family and will be missed by all.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Philipsburg Towers, 300 N. Front St. Philipsburg, with the Rev. Timothy D. Richmond officiating.  Burial was in the Philipsburg Cemetery.

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.

Forrest Roger Kerlin, 59, of Morrisdale died Sunday, March 3, 2013 at the Clearfield Hospital. Born Aug. 24, 1953 in Trenton, NJ, he was the son of the late George Barbee Kerlin and Jean Potts Veneziano of Morrisdale.

He was a 1971 graduate of the Allentown, NJ High School. He’d worked for Wal-Mart for 19.5 years.

Mr. Kerlin was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served for six years. He’d coached little league for more than six years.

He married JoAnn Gibbons Kerlin on June 30, 1972 in New Jersey. She preceded him in death on Jan. 9, 2011.

Mr. Kerlin is survived by one daughter, Jennifer Lamb and her husband, Nicholas of Morrisdale and two sons, Forrest Kerlin Jr. of Grampian and Travis Kerlin and his wife, Melissa of Clearfield.

Also surviving are one sister, Georgenne Merrow and her husband, Steven of Morrisdale; two brothers, Dale Kerlin of Delaware and Arnold Kerlin of Morrisdale; and four grandchildren, Curtis, Gabriella, Emily and Lindsey.

In addition to his father and wife, Mr. Kerlin was preceded in death by one brother, Wallace.

Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. There will not be any public visitation.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the Clearfield Hospice, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield, PA 16830 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

The Strange & Weaver Funeral Service is serving the family.

Laurene Rossi, 79, of DuBois died Sunday, March 3, 2013 at Christ the King Manor. Born Oct. 18, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Rosella (Dennison) Mulgrew.

On Jan. 5, 1955, she married Benjamin J. Rossi.  He preceded her in death on May 18, 2012.

Since 1963, she, along with her husband, was the owner of the Ben Rossi Jeweler’s in DuBois.

She was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, where she belonged to the Altar and Rosary Society.

She is survived by her children, Mary Pat Rossi, David Rossi, Richard (Lorena) Rossi, Robert Rossi and Barbara (Steve) Carlson, all of DuBois; John (Sue) Rossi of Brockway; Ann Marie Orlandi (Dante) of Lititz; Cathleen (Mike) Stoey of Lewisberry; and Paul (Jodi) Rossi of Reynoldsville.

Also surviving are her sister, Mary (Phil) Walko of Mint Hill, NC, 17 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Helen Rajavich.

Friends will be received from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Thursday at St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church.

A Scriptural Wake Service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday from the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday at the St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant.

Burial will be in St. Catherine Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, 116 S. State St., DuBois, PA 15801 and or ALS Association, Western PA Chapter, 416 Lincoln Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15209 and or DuBois Area Catholic Schools, P.O. Box 567, DuBois, PA 15801.

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

John C. Goebert, 56,of Clearfield died Sunday, March 3, 2013 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield. He was born Oct. 25, 1956 in Germany, a son of the late Floernt Raymond and Catherine Ida (Motz) Goebert.

He operated a heating and cooling business in upstate New York before coming to Clearfield more than five years ago to launch the Apple Banquets catering company. He also dedicated significant time to his community in New York State through participation in the Masons. His optimism and vision inspired others. He’ll be remembered for his unfailing strength and belief that anything is possible.

He is survived by his wife, Olga (Cyhanenko) Goebert, whom he wed March 13, 2005; a daughter, Amy Goebert Dorfer and her husband, Robert of Orchard Park, NY and a son, John D. Goebert and Martha and their daughter, Payton of Batavia, NY.

A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. Friday at the Florian Banquet Center, 321 Mill Rd., Clearfield.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society 26 S. Second St., Clearfield or Mountain Laurel Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 700 Leonard St., Clearfield.

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

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

Lloyd F. Riss, 88, of DuBois died Monday, March 4, 2013 at his home. Born April 22, 1924 in Medix Run, he was the son of the late Robert and Edna (Ross) Riss.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corp. during World War II. In July of 1949, he married Patricia J. “Pat” (Allen) Riss.  She survives.

An avid outdoorsman, he loved fishing, hunting, training bird dogs and playing golf.  His love for fishing led to a lifelong career as a manufacturer’s representative for fishing tackle companies.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Susan P. (Riss) Pellish and her husband, Walter of Shepherdstown, WV and Andrew A. Riss and his wife, Mindy of Reynoldsville; his sister, Ruth Ann Vrahas of DuBois; his brother, James Riss of Philadelphia; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.

A memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant.

Burial will be in St. Catherine Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to DRMC Hospice, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA 15801 and or the DuBois Public Library, 31 S. Brady St., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Alfred E. Webster, 72, of Morrisdale died Sunday, March 4, 2013 at the Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College. Born June 7, 1940 in Osceola Mills, he was the son of the late Earl Webster and Virginia Cowder Fetcho.

He’s survived by one daughter, Tanya Tarrnova of Mesa, AZ; three sons, Jeremy Webster of Morrisdale and Alfred Webster Jr. and James Webster, both of Mesa, AZ.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Brenda Webster Kulczycki. He was the last of his generation.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the chapel of the Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, with the Rev. W. Dean Krause officiating. Burial will be in the Umbria Cemetery, Osceola Mills.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. until the hour of services Saturday at the funeral home.

William Bloom, 79, of Glen Hope died Thursday, March 7, 2013 at the University of Pittsburgh Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh.

Born Oct. 27, 1933 in Madera, he was the son of the late Parker and Mary B. (Schaffer) Bloom.  He wed Esther Mae Maines on Sept. 15, 1956 in Clearfield.  He retired as a heavy equipment operator from Benjamin Coal Company after 25 years of service.  He enjoyed hunting, gardening, playing cards and socializing.  He also really enjoyed country-western movies.

He’s survived by nine children, Debbie Brantner and her husband, Phil of

Houtzdale; Bill Bloom and his wife, Karen of Chambersburg; Roger Bloom and his wife, Bobbie of Madera; Thomas Bloom and his wife, Tammy of Kellytown;  Brenda Rodkey and her husband, Raymond of Mineral Springs; Daniel Bloom of Curwensville; Michelle Bloom of Kissimmee, FL; Brian Bloom of Clearfield; and Angela Maynard and her husband, Jim of Lanse.

Also surviving are nine grandchildren, Rusty Gillen, Renea Bloom, Daniel Mark Bloom, Mary Beth Bloom, Makayla Bloom, Tanya Bloom, Terry Bloom, Jimmy Maynard and Dennis “Scott” Berger; two sisters, Sarah Gill of Westover and Dorothy “Doll” Warholic of Atlantic;  and numerous nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Esther Mae Bloom, who died on June 18, 2001; a grandson, John Francis Priselac Jr., who died on Jan. 31, 1990; and a brother, Jimmy Bloom.

Friends will be received from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday; from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday and from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Monday at the Kruise Funeral Home Inc., Madera.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with the Rev. Paul Fields officiating. Burial will follow in Keagy Cemetery, Madera.  Condolences may be sent to: condolences@kruisefuneralhome.com.

Frank T. Krompacky, 84, formerly of Fernwood and Clearfield died Thursday, March 7, 2013 at DuBois Regional Medical Center, DuBois.

He was born April 18, 1929 at Fernwood, a son of the late James and Mary (Fudrow) Krompacky.

He was a 1949 graduate of the former Madera High School and worked as a coal miner. He was a member of the United Mine Workers of American.

He’s survived by a brother, William Krompacky of Fernwood and six nieces and three nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four sisters, Susan Skeria, Stephanie

Oxendine, Julie Krompacky and Rose Krompacky; five brothers, George Krompacky, Fred Krompacky, Charles “Ed” Krompacky, Joseph Krompacky and infant, John Krompacky.

At his request, there will be public visitation and services are private and at the convenience of his family.

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

Obituary Notice: Kenneth R. Sarvis (Provided photo)

Kenneth Sarvis, 71, of Curwensville, died Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at the Clearfield Hospital.  Born Nov. 19, 1941 in Washington, NC, he was the son of Charlie Gilbert and Fannie Olivia (Buck) Sarvis.

Mr. Sarvis was a salesperson and first worked for International Harvester in Virginia selling IH and Peterbilt trucks. He then worked for Fred Diehl Motors of Clearfield, Zulick Chevrolet of Houtzdale, and Fullington Auto of Clearfield.

He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War, stationed in Germany guarding the Berlin Wall.

He was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church in Curwensville, the Curwensville Area School District Board of Directors, the Curwensville Wrestling Club, the Curwensville Golden Tide Football Club, a coach in the Curwensville Little League, and a member of the Curwensville L.O.O.M. #268.

On Dec. 31, 1966 in Alexandria, VA, he wed the former Cheryl I. Hoover, who survives along with four children, Terri Ross and her husband, Randy of Grampian, Cheri Ross and Tammi Francisko and her husband, Dan, both of Curwensville, and Kenneth R. Sarvis II and his wife, Carrie of Madera.

Also surviving are nine grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, and a sister, Carolyn Medlin of North Carolina.

He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Richard, Bob, and Ted Sarvis.

Funeral services for Mr. Sarvis will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville, with the Rev. Robert J. Way officiating with Mr. Dick Hertlein delivering the Eulogy. 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. Sunday, and from 10 a.m. until time of services Monday at the funeral home.

The family suggests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society Relay For Life.

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.

Ernest Leroy McFarland, 61, of Clearfield died Thursday, March 7, 2013 at his residence after a lengthy illness.

Born July 12, 1951 in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of Kenneth and Mable (Sharp) McFarland.  Mr. McFarland had been employed by the Harry Sorovo Railroad Company as a track foreman.  He was a member of the Clearfield Eagles and the Clearfield L.O.O.M.

Surviving are two children, Vicki Bratton and her, fiancée, Richard Jones of Kylertown and Kenneth McFarland of Clearfield.  Also surviving are three granddaughters; two sisters, Kitty Butler and her fiancée, Perry Centra of Clearfield and Mabel Mills of Depew, NY; and two special friends, Cathy and Jeff Leigey.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Nancy.

Funeral services for Mr. McFarland will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc., 16 N. Front St., Clearfield with the Pastor Larry Hill officiating.  Burial will be in the Acacia Memorial Park North Tonawanda, NY.

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

The family suggests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society.

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.

Esther K. Delp, 98, of DuBois died Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Christ the King Manor.

Born Nov. 27, 1914 in Sandy Township, she was the daughter of the late Emmanuel Z. and Helen (Goodall) Korb.

She was married to Warren J. Delp.  He preceded her in death Jan. 2, 1984.

She retired from Issaquah Villa in Issaquah, WA.  Prior to that, she had worked at Spangs Steel in Ambridge.

She is survived by her daughter, Gayle Delp of DuBois, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.

She was preceded in death by her two children, John and Barbara Delp.

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

Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Renton, WA.

Memorials may be sent to Christ the King Manor, 1100 W. Long Ave., DuBois, PA and or Christ Lutheran Church, 875 Sunflower Dr., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Clair K. Bowes Sr., 78, of Sandy Ridge died Saturday, March 9, 2013 at his residence. He was the last of his generation.

Born Nov. 6, 1934 in Snow Shoe, he was the son of the late William Edward and Fannie Askey Bowes. He was married to Robin G. Hampton Bowes of Sandy Ridge.

Mr. Bowes worked for Morris Township for 19.5 years and retired in 1996.

He’s survived by two daughters, Betty Rossman of Bellefonte and Maryanne Bowes-Simington and her husband, Doug of Smoke Run and three sons, Clair Doc Bowes Jr. of Wallaceton, Floyd Bowes of Smoke Run and Ronald Bowes of Bellefonte; one mother-in-law, Ruth Blake of Sandy Ridge, 10 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he’s preceded in death by his first wife, Rebecca Bowes, two daughters and a son and two brothers and sisters.

Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. There will not be any public visitation.

Memorial contributions can be made to Robin Bowes, P.O. Box 104, 537 State St., Sandy Ridge, PA 16677.

The Strange & Weaver Funeral Service is serving the family.

Helen Kolesar Orlosky, 85 of DuBois died Saturday, March 09, 2013 at the DuBois Regional Medical Center. Born Dec. 27, 1927 in Glen Campbell, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Meri Bigar Kolesar.

She was married to Robert Orlosky.  He preceded her in death in 1974.

She was the manager at the Top Value Stamp Store for many years.  She then worked at the DuBois Hospital for many years until her retirement.  After retirement, she worked as a secretary at St. Michael’s Terrace and was a well-known door greeter at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home since the funeral home began 16 years ago.

She was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, where she was a member of the Altar Rosary Society, a past religious education teacher, and very active in many other church affairs.  She was a volunteer at the DuBois Regional Medical Center and the Hahne Cancer Center and was a past member of the hospital auxiliary. She was a member of the Friendship Hose Co. # 2 Ladies Auxiliary and was a member of the Kitchenairs.

She is survived by four children, Mary Ann Hockman and her husband, C. Joseph of Osceola Mills; Karen Imboden  and her husband, Richard of Silver Springs, MD; Juanita Erickson and her husband, Donald III of DuBois; and Robert Orlosky Jr. and his wife, Louise of Maquoketa; 11 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her 10 brothers and sisters and one great-grandchild.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Monday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home Inc.

The rosary will be prayed at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

A scriptural wake service will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant.

Burial will follow in St. Catherine Cemetery.

Memorials may be placed to Oncology Hematology Associates, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Helen Ann Nadzom, 80, of Rolling Stone and formerly of Grassflat died Sunday, March 10, 2013 at the Altoona Hospital. Born Jan. 26, 1933 in Cooper Township, she was the daughter of the late Cyril C. Sr. and Catherine Rothrock Little.

Mrs. Nadzom was a member of the Sts. Peter & Paul Roman Catholic Church, Grassflat. She was the owner and operator of the former Benny’s Service Station and Restaurant, Grassflat.

She was married to Joseph G. “Benny” Nadzom on July 10, 1953 in West Virginia. He preceded her in death on Jan. 15, 2004.

She’s survived by four daughters, Charmaine Myers of Grassflat, Pamela Hughes of Osceola Mills and Ann Marie and Regina Nadzom, both of Rolling Stone and two sons, Gregory Nadzom of Gainesville, VA and Joseph G. Nadzom Jr. of Bellefonte.

Also surviving are eight sisters, Joan Ford, Caroline Schwark and Frances Carll, all of Florida, Catherine Cartwright and Rosiland Wick, both of Morrisdale, Donna Protulipae of Canada, Carmilla Fetter of DuBois and Susan Croyle of Allport; one brother, Cyril Little Jr. of Tyrone; and three grandchildren, Kristie Walker and Rebecca Theis, both of Virginia and Bradley Nadzom of Morrisdale.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by an infant sister, two sisters, Lillian Dobo and Eleanor Cowder, one brother, Joseph Michael Little and a son-in-law, James Myers Jr.

A memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m. March 23 at the Sts. Peter & Paul Roman Catholic Church, Grassflat, with the Ftr. David A. Perry Jr. as celebrant. There will not be any public visitation.

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

The Johnson Funeral Home, Grassflat, is serving the family.

Obituary Notice: Kathryn Ruth Tibbens (Provided photo)

Kathryn Ruth Tibbens, 68, of Frenchville died Saturday, March 9, 2013 at her home.  She was the wife of 49 years to Robert M. Tibbens Jr., whom she married on May 30, 1964 in Clearfield.

Born in Niagara Falls, NY in 1944, she was the daughter of the late Donald Lee and Ruth Irene (Bailor) Bowman.

Mrs. Tibbens was employed as a soda jerk and a waitress for Widmann’s in Clearfield an then later in the deli at Riverside until her retirement.

She enjoyed traveling, camping and most of all spending time with her grandchildren.  She collected porcelain dolls, teddy bears and snow globes.

Surviving are three children, Trace G. Tibbens and Wendy L. Moore and her fiancée, Jeffery Rhone, all of Clearfield and Lance D. Tibbens and his companion, Kimberly Puit of Phillipsburg; four grandchildren, Danielle D. Moore, Anthony J. Moore, Brittany Tibbens and Morgan Tibbens; one great-grandson, Julian Panebanco; two sisters and one brother, Judy Lewis and Linda Peters, both of Mineral Springs and Donald L. Bowman of Clearfield; and one aunt, Flora Arbanas of St. Petersburg, FL.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Robert M. Tibbens III and a brother, James Bowman.

A service to celebrate the life of Kathryn Ruth Tibbens will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Bennett and Houser Funeral Home, 312 E. Locust St., Clearfield, with the Rev. Sam Maines officiating.  A time to share memories and have an opportunity to view will be held from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 10 a.m. until the hour of services Wednesday at the funeral home.

Burial will be in Crown Crest Memorial Park, Hyde.

Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the ALS Association, Western Chapter of Pittsburgh, 416 Lincoln Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15209.

To send an online condolence, please visit www.bennettandhouserfuneralhome.com or www.mem.com.

Brian K. Carns, 54, of Hyde died Thursday, March 7, 2013. He was born Nov. 28, 1958, a son of the late Philip and Esther (Cupler) Carns.

He graduated from the Clearfield High School in 1976. After graduation, he was employed at Rockwell Co., DuBois, for more than 30 years.

Also, Mr. Carns worked at Palumbo’s, DuBois, the Wal-Mart Supercenter in Clearfield and most recently at A.L.M. Machine Shop, Philipsburg. He was an avid hunter and fisherman.

He is survived by three children, Clifford Joseph Carns of Emporium and Heather Territo and her husband, Jayson and Stephanie Myers, all of Dubois; two grandsons, Shaquan Carns and Kameron Territo; and two sisters, Bonnie Williams of Hyde and Diana Bloom and her husband, James R. of Clearfield.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Debra Ann Mancini; a brother, Clifford E. ‘Kip’ Carns; and a brother-in-law, Benjamin Williams.

Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family at the Bradford Cemetery, Woodland.

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

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

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

Blair C. Way, 99, of Bailey Settlement died Sunday, March 10, 2013 at Mountain Laurel Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield. He was born April 23, 1913, in Curwensville, the son of Thomas C. and Mary E. (Passmore) Way.

Mr. Way was in agriculture all of his life and had his own farm. He worked for the Dairy Herd Improvement Association of Penn State University for Clearfield County for 20 years. He had also served a tax collector for Pike Township.

He was a member of the Centre Grove United Methodist Church, where he served as a lay minister and Sunday school teacher and belonged to the United Methodist Men.

Mr. Way was a former member of the Clearfield Odd Fellows and Susquehanna Grange.

He is survived by two children, Karen Bauman of Clearfield and Donald Way and his wife, Mary of Bailey Settlement; three grandchildren, Scott B. Way and his wife, Jamie and Eric D. Way, both of Clearfield and Carrie A. Way of Gettysburg; four great-grandchildren; a brother, Albert Way Huey of Altoona; and several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Way was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Myrtle V. (Tenon) Way, whom he married Nov. 16, 1938 and who died July 2, 2010; and a brother, Clyde Way.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, at the Centre Grove United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Dr. Randy Willis officiating. Burial will be in the Centre Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Bennett and Houser Funeral Home Inc. and from 9 a.m. until the hour of the services Wednesday at the church.

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

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

Catherine Belin Jones, 92, of Philipsburg and formerly of Lanse died Sunday, March 10, 2013 at the Windy Hill Village. Born April 18, 1920 in Lanse, she was the daughter of the late Axel and Hannah Johnson Belin.

She was a life-long member of the Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lanse. She was a 1939 graduate of the Cooper Township High School.

She was married to Raymond S. Jones on March 15, 1947 at the St. John Lutheran Church, Clearfield.  He preceded her in death March 26, 2008.

Mrs. Jones is survived by a daughter, Nancy Little and her husband, Cyril “Sonny” of Tyrone, a granddaughter, Lisa Hynd Fulginiti of Lancaster, a great-grandson, Derek Fulginiti and his wife, Soriam of Denver and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Clarence and two sisters, Edith Barger and Irene Wolfe. She was the last member of her generation.

A funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. Saturday at the Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lanse with the Rev. Matthew Finney officiating. Burial will be in the Grassflat-Lanse Lutheran Cemetery, Grassflat.

Friends will be received from 11 a.m. until the time of services Saturday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Holy Trinity Evangelical Church, P.O. Box 114, Lanse, PA 16849.

Minnie Jane Salada, known by family and friends as Jane, 90, of DuBois died unexpectedly Saturday, March 9, 2013 at the Anoka Rehabilitation and Living Center in Anoka, MN.

Born Nov. 24, 1922, in Springfield, she was the daughter of the late John C. and Iva V. Platt.  She was married to Isaac Jason Salada, who preceded her in death in 2005.  She worked at the B.F. Goodrich plant in DuBois during and after World War II.

She, with her immediate family, moved to Middletown, NY in 1951 and returned to Dubois, in 1984.  She was a housewife.  While in New York, she was a member of St. Paul United Methodist church and was actively involved in the Evelyn Corn Circle, chairing dinners and wedding receptions.  She was a 4-H leader for many years.

In DuBois she was a member of Mount Zion United Methodist Church, Ruby Imes Circle, Memory Circle and Young At Heart.  She was a strong supporter of the yearly Salada Reunion.

Throughout her life she enjoyed cooking, sewing, knitting and crocheting.  She loved hosting family gatherings.  She loved seeing and hearing about the activities of her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren.  She enjoyed traveling.

Surviving are two daughters, Patricia A. (John) Buysman of Minneapolis, MN and Deborah L.  (John) Barcellona of Huntington Beach, CA; one son, Isaac J. (Patricia) Salada Jr. of Lebanon, OH; two brothers, Richard W. Platt (Patricia) of DuBois and John C. Platt (Patricia) of  Palmyra, VA;  one brother-in-law, William Thomas Salada of DuBois; one sister-in-law, Florence Platt of East Earl; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by one brother, George Platt, two sisters, Betty (Robert) Dunlap and Helen (David) La Benne and a granddaughter, Kari Ann Salada.

Family and friends can share memories from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday and one hour before the funeral on Saturday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home in Dubois.  Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with burial immediately following at Salem Cemetery.

Memorials and donations may be made to Mount Zion United Methodist Church, Ruby Imes Circle, 16 Denton Ave., DuBois, PA 15801 and or the DuBois Library, 31 S. Brady St., DuBois, PA 15801 and or a favorite charity.

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