Obituary Notice: Angeline Cambria (Provided photo)

Angeline Cambria, 96, of Clearfield died Saturday, Aug. 16, 2014 at the Transitions Hospice Care, Raleigh, NC.

She was born July 9, 1918 in Clearfield, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Unch) Cambria.

Ms. Cambria retired in 1987 as the office manager at Soult Wholesale, Clearfield. She also enjoyed helping with the Clearfield soup kitchen.

She was a member of the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield, serving with the Rosary and Altar Society and a volunteer with the Bereavement Committee. Ms. Cambria also was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America.

The last surviving member of her immediate family, she is survived by numerous nieces and nephews who loved her deeply and found her to be an inspiration to each of them. To many of her nephews and nieces, she was like a mother and a grandmother. Her home was always welcoming.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Frances Timko, Rose Hatley and Anna Cambria and three brothers, Joseph, Jack and Frank Cambria.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 10 a.m. Saturday at the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield, with Fr. John L. Miller III as celebrant. Burial will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Clearfield.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield.

At the funeral home on Friday, a Christian Vigil service will be held at 1:45 p.m. and the Rosary will be recited at 5:45 p.m.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to St. Francis Educational Endowment Fund, 212 S. Front St., Clearfield or to the charity of one’s choice.

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

Irma G. Clark, 89, of Pottersdale died Monday, Aug. 18, 2014 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.

Born Dec. 30, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Caroline Stroup Ditty. She was a 1942 graduate of the Cooper Township High School.

Mrs. Clark drove school bus for more than two decades.

She was married to George J. Clark, who preceded her in death.

She’s survived by one daughter, Marilyn J. Johnson and her husband, Victor of Summerville, SC; five grandchildren, Andrea, Kyle, Suzanne, Chris and Richard; and five great-grandchildren.

She’s also survived by two sisters, Caroline Mersch of Urbandale, Iowa and Letha Plubell of Morrisdale and one brother, Theodore “Ted” Ditty and his wife, Edna of Calhoun, MO.

In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Clark was preceded in death by five brothers and four sisters.

Funeral services will be private and burial will be in the Oak Hill Memorial Cemetery, Karthaus.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday at the Strange & Weaver Funeral Home, Morrisdale.

James A. “Jim” Null, 80, of Curwensville died Sunday, Aug. 17, 2014 at DuBois Penn Highlands. Born July 25, 1934 in Ramey, he was the son of Paul L. and Mary (Shedlock) Null.

He was a 1952 graduate of the Indiana Area High School. He served in the U.S. National Guard. He was the owner and operator of the Central Hotel and Catering in Curwensville for 44 years.

Mr. Null was a member of the Noble Lodge No. 480 Free and Accepted Masons in Curwensville, the Curwensville Lions Club, the Curwensville L.O.O.M, the Jaffa Shrine and the Chinklamoose Canoe Club.

On July 7, 1954 in Elderton, he wed Deloris “Dee” Cunningham, who survives of Curwensville, along with three children, James A. Null II of Curwensville, John M. Null and his wife, Georgann of Clearfield and David P. Null and his wife, Dana of Bradenton, Fla.

He’s also survived by six grandchildren, James A. Null III,  Jason N. Null and his wife, Alyssa and Alayna Null, all of Clearfield and Alex Null, Nick Null and Carter Null, all of Florida; a great-grandson, Collin Null of Curwensville; and two sisters, Jeanne Wilkerson of Maryland and Mary Ann Shoff of Indiana, PA.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, John Null.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville, with Mr. Gray Jewart officiating. Burial will be held in the Oakland Cemetery in Indiana, PA.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesday and from 10 a.m. Thursday until the time of services at the funeral home.  There will be a Masonic Memorial Service at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Shriners Children Hospital, 3551 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19140.

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: Marcella Marie (Deliman) Kopchik (Provided photo)

Marcella Marie (Deliman) Kopchik, 84, of (North) Philipsburg, died at her home on Monday, Aug. 18, 2014, peacefully surrounded by her family and friends.

She was born Sept. 25, 1929 in Winburne, a daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Braznock) Deliman.

She graduated from the former Cooper Township High School in 1947. She also graduated from the Philipsburg State General Hospital’s School of Nursing in 1950.

On Oct. 28, 1950 in Winburne, she wed John L. Kopchik, her husband of 64 years, and who survives at home.

Mrs. Kopchik was a life-long member of the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church of Hawk Run. She was also a member of the First Catholic Slovak Union, Branch No. 456, of Hawk Run.

She worked as a registered nurse at the former Philipsburg State General Hospital and as a private duty nurse from 1950 until 1987.

Among her hobbies that she enjoyed were reading, cooking, organic gardening of both vegetables and flowers, canning, bee-keeping for a number of years with her husband and volunteering with her husband at the former Philipsburg Area Hospital.

She also faithfully coordinated the reunions for her nursing school class for many years.

She and her husband enjoyed a train trip across the country in the mid 1990?s, going out west to visit children to the states of Washington, Oregon and California and then to South Carolina in 2000.

In addition to her husband, she’s survived by four children, John M. Kopchik and his wife, Joanne of Cowpens, SC; Gerard Kopchik of Winter Garden, Fla.; Mary (Kopchik) Easton of Maple Valley, Wash.; and Annette Gill and her husband, Tom of Riverside, Calif.

She’s also survived by one brother, John M. Deliman and his wife, Delores of Chester Hill; a sister-in-law, Rosemary Deliman of Philipsburg; five grandchildren, John A. Kopchik and his wife, Andrea of Elliottsburg, Danielle (Kopchik) Powell and her husband, Vince of Houtzdale, Karuna McMurtry of Wasilla, Alaska, Dolma Maria Halstead of Seattle, Wash., and Carmichael Halstead of Maple Valley, Wash.; three step-grandchildren, Curt, of Canton, Mich., Kevin, of Commerce Township, Mich., and Angela (Angie), of Fort Wayne, Ind.; seven great-grandchildren, Courtney, Harley, Ashlyn, Chase, Christopher, Justin, and Makayla; six step-great-grandchildren, Tommie, Jacob, Braden, Lilly, Carter and Mia; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one infant brother; one brother, Michael J. Deliman, who died on Oct 8, 1996; and a son, Michael A. Kopchik, who served with the U.S. Marine Corps in Vietnam and who died at the age of 50 years old.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Thursday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg. The Rosary will be recited by the Sts. Peter & Paul Rosary Society at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

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

Burial will be at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Cemetery, Hawk Run.

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

Friends may sign the guestbook at:  beezerheathfh.com.

James E. “Ed” Spencer Sr., 76, of Clearfield died Sunday, Aug. 17, 2014 at UPMC Altoona. Mr. Spencer was born Aug. 2, 1938 in Clearfield, the son of Ralph and Esther Spencer.

He had been employed by Glen-Gary Brick, the Floods Service Station and the Leitzinger’s Department Store. He was an avid bowler.

He’s survived by two children, Susan C. Lanich and her husband, Paul and James E. Spencer Jr., and his wife, Connie, all of Clearfield.

He’s survived by four grandchildren, Heather Wicker and her husband, Andy, James Spencer III, Brianna Spencer and Ryan Spencer; five great-grandchildren, Martina Westcott, Tyleo Saudarg, Cameron Conklin, Andrew Wicker Jr. and Angeleena Wicker and a brother, Al Spencer.

Mr. Spencer was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Helen C. (Newpher) Spencer, whom he married April 8, 1961 and whom died April 12, 2013.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc., of Clearfield with the Rev. M. Bruce Dimmick officiating. Burial will be in the Mount Zion Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 1 p.m. Wednesday until the hour of services at the funeral home.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Richard L. Kerr (Provided photo)

Richard L. Kerr, 55, of Clearfield died Sunday, Aug. 17, 2014 at the UPMC Altoona.

Born Jan. 21, 1959 in Philipsburg, he was the son of the late Malvin Kerr Jr. and the late Delores E. (Bierlair) Kerr. Mr. Kerr was a member of the Hyde Wesleyan Church.

He was a graduate of the Glendale High School in the class of 1976. He was employed as a heavy equipment operator in and around Clearfield.

Surviving is his first wife, Sharon K. Graham of Clearfield, and the mother of his children, Brandy Pelton of Madera; Breann Kerr of Westover and Richard Cruise Kerr of Clearfield.

Also surviving are his grandchildren, Chantz Pelton, Kira Pelton and Cruise Kerr and four sisters, Sherry Wills of Dysart, Bobbie Bloom of Madera; and Tammy Strickland and Tina Kerr, both of Clearfield.

Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service for Richard L. Kerr at 11 a.m. Friday, with Pastor Bob Croft officiating, at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc., Clearfield.

A time to share memories and have an opportunity to view will be from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Online tributes may be made at www.bennettandhouserfuneralhome.com or www.mem.com.

Margaret Callovini, 89, of Brisbin and formerly of Harleigh, died at TLC Manor, Brisbin, on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2014.                .

Born Sept. 15, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Facak) Zapotocky.

She was a housewife and devoted mother. She was a member of the St. Joseph’s Church in Hazelton.

On June 26, 1949, she married Francis Callovini, who preceded her in death in March of 2011.

Surviving are two sons, James Callovini and his wife, Nancy of Houtzdale and Ronald Callovini and his wife, Jean of Wexford.

She enjoyed her surviving grandchildren, Jamie Callovini Isaacson and her husband, Aaron of Philipsburg, Danielle Callovini Dunsmore and her husband, Ken and Craig Callovini, both of Houtzdale, and Leah and Dominic Callovini, both of Wexford.

Also surviving are two great-grandchildren, Alaina Dunsmore and Zaden Isaacson.

She was preceded in death by her husband and infant son, Robert; five sisters, Mary Leshko, Anna Giedosh, Helen Kostick, Rose Zapotosky and Julia Kokinda; and three brothers, John, Mike and Joe Zapotosky. She was the last surviving sibling.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday at Christ the King Catholic Church, Houtzdale, with Father Marc Solomon as celebrant.

Friends will be received from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., Houtzdale.

Burial will be in the St. John’s Byzantine Cemetery in Hazelton.

Donations may be made to Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 230 E. Ohio St., Chicago, IL 60611-3201.

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

Sandra L. Herzing, 61, of DuBois died Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2014 at her residence.

Born April 6, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Ralph Jr. Gamble and Frances (Engstrom) Gamble.

On Dec. 8, 1973 in DuBois, she married David A. Herzing.  He survives.

She worked 40 years as a licensed practical nurse at both the DuBois Regional Medical Center and the Reynoldsville Medical Center.

She was a member of the Mount Zion United Methodist Church.  She enjoyed being with her family, especially her grandchildren.

She loved the Christmas season and opening her home to family and friends during the holidays.  She also loved going to the beach and Disney World.

She’s survived by her children, David Herzing and his wife, Lindsey of DuBois, Darin Herzing and his wife, Kim of Lancaster and Megan Webb and her husband, Bartley of State College.

She’s also survived by three sisters and one brother, Yvonne Yanek and her husband, Bill of Reynoldsville and Diana Case and her husband, Craig, Nancy Crytser and her husband, Vern and Ralph Gamble and his wife, Shirley, all of DuBois, and five grandchildren, Sadie, Nadia and David Herzing and Darin and Charlotte Herzing.

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 funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home with Pastor Kelly Schanely officiating.

Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery.

Although flowers are appreciated, the family would prefer memorials be placed with Oncology/Hematology Associates at Penn Highlands DuBois, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Obituary Notice: Charles DeHaven Smith (Provided photo)

Charles DeHaven Smith, 88, of Clearfield died Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.  He was born Feb. 24, 1926 in Cassville, a son of the late George W. and Nora (Robison) Smith.

He was employed as a drag-line shovel operator and heavy equipment mechanic. He retired from Thomas Coal Company in 1989.

In his younger years, Mr. Smith, who was called ‘Smitty’ by his friends, was actively involved in hunting, fishing and ice skating.

He and his wife, Elsie, were members of the Chinklamoose Square Dancing Club for many years. He loved his family and often showed it through his actions.

He loved to barbecue at family gatherings. He also bought and maintained vehicles for his family, including his grandchildren. He always maintained his own cars in mint condition, and in later years, he had several antique cars.

Mr. Smith attended the Trinity United Methodist Church in Clearfield and later the Jubilee Christian Center in Hyde where his son is the pastor.

He served with the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a member of the American Legion John Lewis Shade Post No. 6 and the Clearfield Veterans of Foreign Wars F. Michael Sicks Post No. 1785.

He’s survived by his wife, Elsie Wilna (Theys) Smith, whom he wed June 14, 1947 in Ramey, and two sons, C. Thomas Smith and his wife, Nancy of Georgetown, Ky. and Terence Lee Smith and his wife, Constance of Clearfield.

He’s also survived by seven grandchildren, Christian Smith, Wendy Thomas, Benjamin Smith, Bethany Smith, Angie Davis, Derek Smith and Nichole Smith and six great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Alma Kintzel and two brothers, Roy and Denny Smith.

Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield, with Mr. Smith’s son, Pastor Terence Smith, officiating. Burial will be in the Crown Crest Memorial Park, Hyde.

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

Evelyn V. Lucas, 82, of Moshannon died Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014 at her residence.  Born June 9, 1932 in Bigler, she was the daughter of the late Lex and Irvena Graffius Williams.

Mrs. Lucas was a homemaker. She was a 1951 graduate of the Clearfield Area High School.

She’s survived by two daughters, Betty E. Bilbay of Moshannon and Amelia D. Ghaner of Bellefonte and three sons, Harry A. Lucas, Herman C. Lucas of Grassflat and Kenneth P. Lucas of Philipsburg. She also had numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by four sisters and three brothers and baby boy Lucas. She was the last member of her generation.

Services will be private. Burial will be in the Askey Cemetery, Moshannon.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday at the Johnson Funeral Home, Grassflat.

Gerald S. Linsenbigler, 68, of Florida and formerly of Clearfield, died Sunday, Aug. 17, 2014 at his home. He was born Dec. 23, 1945, the son of Arnold L. and Rebecca N. (Carr) Linsenbigler.

Mr. Linsenbigler was a graduate of the Curwensville Area High School and the Clarion State College. He retired from the Curwensville Area School District as a teacher and athletic director.

He had also served as president of the Clearfield Little League Association.

Mr. Linsenbigler is survived by his mother, Rebecca of Clearfield; two sons, Mark Linsenbigler and his wife, Wendy of State College and Corey Linsenbigler and his wife, Marla of Curwensville; and two step-daughters, Tammy and Heather, both of Clearfield.

He is also survived by two grandchildren, Curtis and Erica Linsenbigler; two step-grandchildren, Allison and Tyler; a great-grandson, Emmet; a sister, Barbara L. Linsenbigler of Clearfield; and a brother, David A. Linsenbigler of Curwensville.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Honoring Mr. Linsenbigler’s wishes, there will be no public viewing. A memorial service celebrating his life will be announced at a later date.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Clearfield Little League Association, c/o Dave Campolong, 17 SW Fourth Ave., Clearfield, PA 16830 or charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Sandra L. Zortman, 63, of Clearfield died Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014 at DuBois Penn Highlands. She was the wife of Dean Zortman of Clearfield, whom she married Nov. 23, 2010.

Born Oct. 10, 1950 in Sharon, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Margaret (Reed) Kephart. She was a housewife. She enjoyed crossword and jigsaw puzzles.

Surviving, in addition to her husband, are a son John Smith of West Middlesex; a sister, Alice Kephart of New Wilmington; and an aunt and uncle, Shirley and Ed Griffith of Carlisle.

She was preceded in death by her parents and an uncle, Donald Kephart.

There will be no public viewing. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc. of Clearfield is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Online tributes may be made at www.bennettandhouserfuneralhome.com or www.mem.com.

The Rev. Donald E. Drake, 85, of DuBois went home to the Lord on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2014 at the DuBois Nursing Home.

Born April 22, 1929 in Lock Haven, he was the son of the late Robert B. and Lola (Wolfe) Drake.

On June 8, 1949, he married Jeanne (Barner) Drake.  She preceded him in death on May 5, 1987.

He resided in Hyner and graduated from the Bucktail Area High School.  He was a member of the Army National Guard, serving as a staff sergeant at Fort Campbell, Ky.

He was employed by the Pennsylvania Forestry Service and by Hammermill Paper in Lock Haven.

He then entered the ministry in 1964, serving in the United Methodist Church in the Central Pennsylvania Conference, where he served the Halfmoon Charge at Stormstown.

He’d been a minister at Grampian United Methodist Charge, the DuBois Trinity United Methodist Church and the Penfield United Methodist Church within the Western Pennsylvania Conference.

Mr. Drake retired in 1994, and spoke at several other churches during his retirement and filled the pulpit of the Anita Lutheran Church for the past 14 years.

He was a member of the Grampian Lions Club and the Hyner Sportsmen’s Club. He volunteered in the Pastoral Care Department of the DuBois Regional Medical Center for several years. He performed gospel magic and ventriloquism in his ministry and as a guest speaker at area churches.

He’s survived by his daughter, Viki Bell and her husband, Boyd of Clearfield and his son, Kenton Drake and his wife, Judy of DuBois.

He’s survived by five grandchildren, Robin Bell Brown and her husband, Erik and Nathan Bell, both of Clearfield; Brent Bell of Philadelphia; Corry Drake and his wife, Dana of Pittsburgh; and Dylan Drake and his, wife Ami of Jacksonville, NC.

He’s survived by four great-grandchildren, Andrew and Evan Brown and Levi and Waylen Drake.  He’s also survived by five nephews, Alan, Marvin and Lynn Lunger and Ron and Kenneth Barner and three nieces, Beth Morrison, Cheryl Lucas and Neadie Kay Sockman.

He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Linda Kay Drake, his infant brother, Robert Drake and his sister, Grace Drake Lunger and her husband, Howard.

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

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with his friend, Pastor David Nagele officiating.

Burial will follow in Friends Cemetery, Grampian.

Memorials may be placed with the Hyner United Methodist Church, 6767 Renovo Rd., Mill Hall, PA 17751, and or the charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Obituary Notice: John R. Butler (Provided photo)

John R. Butler, 86, of Clearfield died Saturday, Aug. 23, 2014 at Clearfield Penn Highlands. He was the husband of 54 years to the late Maude E. (Smeal) Butler, whom died May 5, 2009.

Born Jan. 12, 1928, he was the son of the late Robert E. and Zella (Brewer) Butler.

Mr. Butler was a graduate of the Clearfield Area High School in the class of 1946. He then attended Penn State University and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in 1950.

He was the owner and operator of Commercial Printing in Clearfield for 55 years until 2005. He was a member of the Rotary Club, Clearfield F&AM, Clearfield B.P.O. Elks Lodge, No. 540, and the Clearfield Eagles.

Surviving are one son and two daughters, Patty Butler, Donna L. Hurley and her husband, Randy and Mike Butler and one grandson, Nathan Unch, all of Clearfield.

Mr. Butler was the last of his generation. He was preceded in death by his wife and parents and three brothers and one sister, Bill Butler, Gerald Butler, Betty Jay and Eddie Butler.

A time to share memories and have an opportunity to view will be held from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc., Clearfield.

Burial will be made in the Crown Crest Memorial Park. It will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Online tributes can be made at www.bennettandhouserfuneralhome.com or to www.mem.com.

Irene (Dufour) Solensky, 90, of Houtzdale and a guest of Ridgeview Elder Care, Curwensville, died Saturday, Aug. 23, 2014.

Born March 11, 1924 in Atlantic, rural Houtzdale, she was the daughter of Modest and Celine (Finney) Dufour.

She was a member of the Christ the King Catholic Church, Houtzdale. She was also a member of the church Altar and Rosary Society.

She retired after 47 years as a linotype operator for Lloyd Manufacturing Stamp Works, Houtzdale.

On Aug. 23, 1947 in St Lawrence Church, Houtzdale, she married Lawrence Solensky, who preceded her in death on July 29, 1948.

She’s survived by a brother, Modest Dufour of Houtzdale; two sisters, Elizabeth Buynak and Marie Flango and her husband, Anthony, both of Houtzdale; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband; a sister, Shirley Dufour; an infant sister; and a brother, Alexander.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Christ the King Catholic Church, Houtzdale, with Father William Laska as celebrant.

Burial will follow in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Brisbin.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Monday at the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., Houtzdale.

The Altar Rosary Society will recite the rosary at 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

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

Carl W. “Bill” Dixon, 90, of DuBois died Monday, Aug. 25, 2014 at UPMC Altoona.

Born Aug. 19, 1924 in Sabula, he was the son of the late Lawrence E. and Mary A. (Hildebrand) Dixon.

On Oct. 2, 1948, he married Ruth (Hoover) Dixon.  She preceded him in death on Oct. 3, 2013.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. He served in Co. C, 12^th Infantry, Fourth Division.

He retired from Symco Inc. in Sykesville.  Prior to that, he worked at Armagost Steel and Sekula Signs.

Mr. Dixon was a member of the Mount Zion United Methodist Church in DuBois.  He was a member of the Garfield Lodge 559 Free & Accepted Masons and the Coudersport Consistory. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping.

He’s survived by two children, Paul W. Dixon and his wife, Patty of Altoona and Karen A. Michael of DuBois; two brothers, Joe Dixon of Clearwater, Fla. and Wilford Dixon of Sabula; five grandchildren, Michael Murray, McKenna Dixon, Marina Dixon, Christina Kinder and Dylan Michael; and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by one son, Larry Dixon; three brothers, Kenneth, Charles and James Dixon; and three sisters, Lenora Dixon, Marceline Strong and Viola McCracken.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home. There will be a Masonic Service at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

A funeral service will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Pastor Kelley Schanely officiating.

Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery where full military honors will be accorded by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard.

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

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

Gertrude A. Gearhart, 71, of DuBois died Sunday, Aug. 24, 2014 at the home of her daughter in Punxsutawney.

Born Oct. 25, 1942 in Rockton, she was the daughter of the late Melvin and Cecelia (Shubert) Gelnett.

She was employed by the Hampton Inn of DuBois since its inception 18 years ago and she took great pride in her job.  She was also a homemaker who cherished being with her family and friends.

She is survived by three children, Robert Gearhart and his wife, Michele of DuBois; Donna Campagnola and her husband, Rodney of Punxsutawney; and Nancy Shelton and her husband, Jay of Farmville, Va.; a sister, Mary King of Farmville, Va.; six grandchildren, Amber and Colton Gearhart; Teia Campagnola and Ashley Emhoff and her husband, Kevan; and Amanda and Justin Shelton; and three great-grandchildren, Preston Powell, Sawyer Smathers and Evangeline Gearhart.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Robin Gearhart) six brothers and two sisters.

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

Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Pastor Kevin Bockus officiating.

Burial will follow in Chestnut Grove Cemetery.

Memorials may be placed with the Hahne Cancer Center, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Obituary Notice: John S. ‘Jack’ Daugherty (Provided photo)

John S. ‘Jack’ Daugherty, 83, of Grampian died Sunday, Aug. 24, 2014 at his home. He was born April 4, 1931 in Smicksburg, a son of the late Sloan and Audrey (McAninch) Daugherty.

Mr. Daugherty retired in 1993 from Crawford Concrete, Rockton. He had previously been employed at Clearfield Cheese Co. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking and gardening.

He was a member of Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 268, Curwensville, where he served as governor for two years. A veteran of the Korean War, Mr. Daugherty served with the U.S. Army.

He’s survived by his wife, Patricia (Ackerson) Daugherty, whom he wed Aug. 11, 1951 in Marion Center; a brother, Carl E. Daugherty of Waterford; and a sister, Kathryn Dixon of Florida.

As per Mr. Daugherty’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services.

In lieu of flowers, the family does suggest memorial contributions be made to charity of one’s choice.

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

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

Edward “Ed” P. Stoyek, 87, of Curwensville died at Clearfield Penn Highlands after a lengthy illness.  Born May 19, 1927 in DuBois, he was the son of George and Veronica (Golla) Stoyek.

He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II.

In 1954, he started the Western Auto in Curwensville, which he owned and operated until it became True Value; he then owned and operated the store until 1980.

He was a member of the DuBois Pulaski Club, the Curwensville VFW Post No. 842, the Curwensville American Legion Post No. 505 and the Clearfield Knights of Columbus Council No. 409.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He also enjoyed being active in the Punxsutawney Polka Club with his wife, Rose.

He’s survived by two children, Deborah Stoyek and her partner, Beth Herr of Harrisburg and Gary Stoyek and his wife, Ellen of Curwensville; four grandchildren, Megan Hoover and her husband, Cory of Clearfield, Katie Stoyek of Bethesda, Md., and Dakota and Corey Herr, both of Harrisburg; and one great-grandson, Jackson Hoover of Clearfield.

He was the last member of his generation. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Rose (Cekovsky) Stoyek; a sister, Frances Kovach; and two brothers, Joseph and Albert Stoyek.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 10 a.m. Saturday at the St. Timothy’s Roman Catholic Church in Curwensville with the Rev. Father Mark J. Mastrian as celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Michael’s Cemetery in DuBois.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville when the procession will depart for the church.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Diabetes Association, 1701 N. Beauregard St., Alexandria, VA 22311.

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.

Violet M. Phillips, 73, of DuBois died Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2014 at Christ the King Manor.

Born April 11, 1941, she was the daughter of Anthony and Mary (Kawa) Poskanka.

On May 12, 1962, she married Richard L. Phillips. He survives.

Mr. Phillips was a homemaker. She was a member of the St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church.

She enjoyed going for walks with her husband and spending time with her grandchildren, and gardening. She also enjoyed shopping with her niece, Nancy Chapman

She’s survived by her children, Robert Phillips of Falls Creek, Karen Myers and her husband, Craig of Winchester, Va., and Susan Christensen and her husband, Todd of Culpeper, Va.

She’s survived by five sisters, Angeline Cheslock, Rose Rokoski and Catherine Michael, all of DuBois, Martha Michael of Harrisburg and Mary Michael of Philadelphia; three grandchildren, C.J. and Lauren Myers and Dylan Christensen; two step-grandchildren, Jordan and Joshua Christensen; and one great-grandchild, Jaxon Myers.

She was preceded in death by her sisters, Helen Gillis and Ann Cheslock.

There will be no public visitation.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at the St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church with Fr. Daniel Kresinski as celebrant.

Burial will be in the St. Michael’s Cemetery.

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

The Goble-Baronick Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

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