Obituary Notice: Evelyn C. “Evie” Drochak (Provided photo)

Evelyn C. “Evie” Drochak, 69, of Osceola Mills died Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2014 at Spring Creek Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Harrisburg.

Born May 3, 1945 in Dover, NJ, she was the daughter of the late John and Leona (Zavada-Meek) Drochak.

Ms. Drochak was a member of the Osceola Mills United Methodist Church.  She had worked in the pharmacy department of CVS Pharmacy in Philipsburg.  She previously had worked in the pharmacy department of Moshannon Valley Pharmacy in Philipsburg.

She was a 1963 graduate of the Philipsburg-Osceola High School. She graduated from the former Philipsburg State General Hospital School of Nursing as a registered nurse.

Ms. Drochak’s favorite time of the year was Christmas. She was an amazing decorator and her decorating talents conveyed the true meaning of Christmas to all that knew her.

She also loved and enjoyed Irish singer, Daniel O’Donnell.  His music brought great joy and comfort to her throughout her life.  The world has lost a glorious woman and Heaven has gained a Christmas angel.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Raymond S. Showers.

Ms. Drochak is survived by a sister, Christine Showers of Osceola Mills and her companion, Charles Lockett; a niece, Lynette C. Phillips, her husband, Ronnie Jr. and their son, Ronnie III and his wife, Kortney; a nephew, John Showers, his wife, Lori and children, Greg, Ryan, Abby and Carly; and grandnieces and grandnephews, Riley, Brooke, Alayna and Hunter Phillips.

She is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and a great-aunt, Betty Baughman of Osceola Mills, who is 97 years young.

A public visitation will be held from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday at the Heath Funeral Home in Osceola Mills.  Burial will be at the Umbria Cemetery in Osceola Mills.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Osceola Mills United Methodist Church, 303 Curtin St., Osceola Mills, PA.

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

Janet Ann Jones, 70, of Houtzdale died Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2014 at Penn Highlands Clearfield. Born July 28, 1944 in Rhode Island, she was the daughter of George and Florence (Olivier) St Pierre.

She was employed as a secretary for the Clearfield High School until her retirement.

She’s survived by her companion, Wayne Blake of Houtzdale; a son, Richard Joseph Jones and his wife, Christine of Clearfield; five step-children, Kevin Blake and his wife, Terry and Nora Grager and her husband, Edward, both of Houtzdale, Terry Blake and his wife, Linda of Texas, Bonnie Weakland and her husband, Jeff of Warriors Mark, Pam Deluccai and her husband, Mike of Curwensville; and 12 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Scott Jones. She was the last of her generation.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday followed by the funeral service at 8 p.m. with Pastor Kevin Howie officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., 200 David St., Houtzdale, PA 16651 or to the family to defray funeral expenses.

Condolences may be made to the family at birgerafreebergfuneralhome.com.

Donald J. Lobb, 84, of Houtzdale died Thursday, Dec. 18, 2014 at his residence. Born Aug. 27, 1930 in Newark, NJ, he was the son of John C. and Mable (Sankey) Lobb.

Mr. Lobb served with the U.S. Marines during the Korean War. He was employed as a heavy equipment operator for Conney Brothers Coal Co. until his retirement.

He was a member and past commander of the Houtzdale American Legion Freeberg Post No. 591 and served as American Legion District Deputy. He was a member of the Osceola Lodge F&AM 515 and the Jaffa Shrine. He was  also a past Houtzdale mayor.

On Feb. 2, 1951 in the Houtzdale United Methodist Church, he married Lois Hutchinson Lobb, who preceded him in death on Aug. 23, 2014.

He is survived by a son, James Lobb and his wife, Lori of Brisbin and two grandchildren, Andrew and Jessica Lobb.

Also surviving are a sister, Betty Carson of Brisbin; a brother, Tom Lobb and his wife, Sylvia of Jamestown, NY; a sister-in-law, Patti Lobb of Philipsburg; and a number of nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., Houtzdale, with the Rev. Mark Melhorn officiating.

Burial will follow at the American Legion Cemetery, Brisbin.

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

Graveside military honors will be accorded by the Houtzdale American Legion Honor Guard.

The Osceola Lodge F&AM will hold a memorial service at 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Condolences may be made to the family at birgerafreebergfuneralhome.com.

Obituary Notice: John Edmund Lonjin (Provided photo)

John Edmund Lonjin, 66, of West Decatur died Thursday, Dec. 18, 2014 at his home. Born Oct. 9, 1948 in Clearfield, he was the son of the late Merrill John and Edith (Knepp) Lonjin.

Mr. Lonjin was a 1966 graduate of the Clearfield High School. He studied electrical at the Clearfield Vo-Tech School. He was of the United Methodist faith. Mr. Lonjin was an electrician at Penn State University.

A veteran of the U.S. Army, he served during Vietnam. He was a member of the Teamsters Local No. 8, a Little League coach, a Cub Scout leader, a Boy Scout leader and an Order of the Arrow.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, computers, cameras, boy scouts and riding all-terrain vehicles. He was an avid fan of the Philipsburg-Osceola Mounties and Penn State and Pittsburgh sports.

On April 13, 1968 at the Calvary United Methodist Church, West Decatur, he married Rose Mary (Godissart) Lonjin, who survives at home.

Surviving are a son, Joseph John Lonjin and his wife, Chrystal of West Decatur; a daughter, Dana Voigt of West Decatur; a sister, Mary Jane and her husband, George “Don” Williams of West Decatur; and a sister-in-law, Violet Lonjin of Woodland.

Also surviving are four grandchildren, Austin and Abigail Lonjin and Ava and Alivia Voigt and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Lonjin was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Angela; an infant sister; a brother, Merrill “Dick” Lonjin Jr.; and two sisters, Margaret Shugarts and Hazel Maines.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Calvary United Methodist Church, 167 Blue Ball Rd., West Decatur, with the Rev. Mark Johnson officiating.

Military honors will be conducted at the church by the Moshannon Valley Independent Honor Guard. Burial will be at Reidy Cemetery, Wallaceton.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Monday at the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, Philipsburg, and from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Penn Highlands Hospice, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield, PA 16830 or to the Boy Scouts of America, Bucktail Council, 209 First St., Dubois, PA 15801.

Jane E. Crust, 71, of Philipsburg and formerly of East Stroudsburg, died Thursday, Dec. 18, 2014 at her residence.

Born Oct. 19, 1943 in Unionville, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Arlene Robison. She was Christian by faith and a homemaker.

She was married to Harold I. Crust on Nov. 11, 1966. He preceded her in death on Jan. 13, 2011. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a step-daughter, Donna Conklin.

She’s survived by a daughter, Martha Jane Crust of Philipsburg; a step-daughter, Deborah Klingler of Winburne; and a son, Dennis Wayne Crust of Philipsburg.

She’s also survived by numerous brothers and sisters; 10 step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

There will not be any public visitation or funeral service.

The Beezer-Heath Funeral Home of Philipsburg is serving the family.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorials be sent to Mrs. Crust’s daughter, Martha Crust, 17 W. Presqueisle St., Apt. A, Philipsburg, PA 16866.

Friends may sign the guestbook at beezerheathfh.com.

Wilbert G. Lundgren, MD, 86, of DuBois died Saturday, Dec. 20, 2014 at the home of his daughter. Born Oct. 17, 1928, he was the son of the late Wilbert C. and Genevieve (Harber) Lundgren.

In 1952, he married Ann P. (Albert) Lundgren.  She preceded him in death in 2000.

Dr. Lundgren served as a corpsman in the U.S. Navy during World War II.

He was a graduate of the DuBois Area High School and of the Pennsylvania State University. He then graduated from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia.  He began his residency at Dartmouth University Hospital and finished at York Hospital.

Dr. Lundgren returned to his hometown to practice medicine. He became the first board-certified general surgeon in DuBois with a career spanning 30 years and touching the lives of generations in his community.

He was a member of the Lakeside United Methodist Church.  He was a member of the Wildlife Habitat Unlimited and Trout Unlimited.  He enjoyed fly fishing with dry flies.  He was an avid wrestling fan and long-time team physician for the DuBois Area High School wrestling team.

Dr. Lundgren is survived by his children, Susanne Morelli of Penfield, Eric Lundgren, MD, and his wife, Lauren of DuBois, John Lundgren and his wife, Sarah of Winchester, Va., and Paula Lundgren, MD, and her husband, Tom DeMark of Belmont, NC; 11 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Gail Lundgren, Ph.D., and Kathryn Hand; his son-in-law, Pete Morelli; and his long-time companion, Ruth Nichol.

There will be no public visitation and a private family burial will be held.

A public memorial service from the Lakeside United Methodist Church will be announced at a later date.

Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to Lakeside United Methodist Church, 420 First St., DuBois, PA 15801 and or Penn Highlands DuBois, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA 15801 and or the charity of the donor’s choice.

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

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

David Clutter Jr., 36, of Westover died Sunday, Dec. 21, 2014 in Cambria County as a result of a motor vehicle accident.

Born March 27, 1978 in Clearfield, he was the son of David and Kathryn (Fishel) Clutter

He was a graduate of the Harmony Area High School in the class of 1996. He worked in staff management at PPW.

He enjoyed hunting, quad riding, playing cards and being around his friends and family.

In addition to his parents, he’s survived by sisters, Kim Rager of Clearfield, Janie Carson of West Orange, NJ and Cindy Westover of Hastings; a brother, Sam Clutter of Northern Cambria; one niece; and three nephews.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Monday at the Lloyd-Dimmick Funeral Home Inc., Irvona.

Services will be at 12 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with the Rev. Adam Dotts officiating. Burial will be in the Westover Cemetery.

Obituary Notice: Paul Palovcsik (Provided photo)

Paul Palovcsik, 91, of Clearfield died from this world to the world of Triumphant and Eternal on Friday, Dec. 19, 2014.

He was born June 23, 1923 in Wall (Pittsburgh), the son of the late Jonas and Susana (Smiko) Palovcsik.

In his early years, he served in the U.S. Army during World War II. After his discharge, he became a professional boxer in the late 1940’s.

He made a living through the years as a self-employed carpenter and mason. He later worked at Penelec Utility Co., Shawville, until his retirement.

He was known to be a “people” person and always willing to give an encouraging word or a helping hand. He was a champion of the underdog and devoted to reaching out and giving a hand-up, especially to veterans who had been denied their earned benefits.

Mr. Palovcsik proudly wore his World War II veteran baseball caps in support of military veterans everywhere.

He was a member of both the St. Francis Catholic and the West Side United Methodist Churches in Clearfield.

He had a pure and simple faith that witnessed to love and unity rather than denominational division. He often said, “God loves every person.”

Among his interests were golfing with buddies, enjoying the great outdoors, visiting the seashore, living in the country (Guinea Hill Road) for 40 years, traveling and residing in Gulf Shores during the cold winter months, watching baseball and wrestling events, meeting the guys for Monday morning breakfasts and welcoming his family home for special occasions.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Barbara (Graham); his sons, Michael and his wife, Barbara of Milwaukee, Wis., Norman of State College; and Dennis and his wife, Terry Lee of Clearfield; his daughters, Cathy of Waterford and Susan Rogutski and her husband, Leonard of Catawissa; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; his brother, Nick of Allentown; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, John, Michael, George and Joseph; his sisters, Mary and Ann; and a granddaughter, Amy Palovcsik.

Per Mr. Palovcsik’s request, the family will celebrate a private viewing. A memorial celebration of his life will be open for friends and family in the spring of 2015.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Clearfield County SPCA, 275 21^st St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

The Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc. of Clearfield is in charge of the arrangements.

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

Obituary Notice: David G. Hamm Sr. (Provided photo)

David G. Hamm Sr., 62, of Clearfield died Friday, Dec. 19, 2014 at Penn Highlands Clearfield.

He was born March 15, 1952, the son of George and Georgie (Graham) Hamm. Mr. Hamm had worked at Soult Wholesale.

He was a member of the West Side United Methodist Church. Mr. Hamm enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren.

He’s survived by two sons, David G. Hamm Jr. of DuBois and Christopher L. Hamm and his wife, Kristy of Woodland; five grandchildren, Reese Hamm, Emma Hamm, Wyatt Hamm, Garrett Hamm and Megan Hamm; his twin brother, Donald Hamm and his wife, Mona of Clearfield; three sisters, Pam Stevens and her husband, Ed, Karen Musser and her husband, Doug and Connie Suprono, all of Harrisburg; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mr. Hamm was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Albert Hamm.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc., Clearfield, with the Rev. Dr. Joleen A. Willis officiating. Burial will be in the Mount Joy Cemetery.

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

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

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

Jessie Ray Murray, 95, of Philipsburg died on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2014 at Windy Hill Village in Philipsburg.

Born May 18, 1919 in Morris Township, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Edna (Crowell) Coble.  Her husband, LeRoy Murray preceded her in death on Aug. 1, 1980.

She was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church in Philipsburg.  Mrs. Murray had been employed for 28 years at the Hallmark store in Philipsburg until retiring.  She was a 1936 graduate of the Morris Township High School.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Ronald L. Aldstadt; two sisters, Isabelle and Peggy Coble; and three brothers, Sylvester Hubler, Earl Hubler and George Coble.

Mrs. Murray is survived by two sisters, Vivian Coble and Mabel Maines, both of Philipsburg; a grandson, Curtis A. Aldstadt and his wife. Janice of Westminster, Colo.; two great-granddaughters, Jessica Aldstadt and McKenzie Wood, both of Colorado; a daughter-in-law, Pamela Aldstadt Crawford of Somerset, NJ; and several nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, 2015 at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg, with the Rev. Clifford A. Johnston, nephew of Mrs. Murray officiating.  Burial will be at the Allport Cemetery in Allport.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 2015 at the funeral home.

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

Friends may sign the guestbook at beezerheathfh.com.

Joseph C. Zappia Jr., CLU, 66, of DuBois died Monday, Dec. 22, 2014 at Johnstown Select Specialty Hospital in Johnstown after a lengthy illness.

Born June 2, 1948 in DuBois, he was the son of the late Joseph C. Zappia Sr. and Orpha (Mancuso) Zappia.  He was the second of two sons.

On Aug. 6, 1977 at the St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church, he married Marlene A. (Philips) Zappia.  She survives.

He served in the U.S. Army Reserve.

He was a 1966 graduate of DuBois Central Catholic High School.  He earned an Associate’s degree in business from Penn State in 1971 and a Bachelor of Science degree in community development from Penn State in 1974.  He later earned the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designation from the American College of Financial Services in Bryn Mawr in 1990.

He was the founder of Zappia Insurance and Financial Group and worked in the insurance business for more than 35 years. He was an award-winning insurance agent.

He enjoyed singing, making people laugh and having fun.  He was an avid weight lifter and past board member of the DuBois Area YMCA.  He will be sadly missed by his family, friends and clients.

He’s survived by his children, Joseph Zappia III of DuBois and Dr. Gina Zappia of Latrobe  and a brother, Dr. Charles A. Zappia and his wife, Mary Jane of San Diego, Calif., and their two children, and his nieces, Angela Zappia and Gabriela Zappia, both of California.  He’s also survived by an aunt, Mary Teresa Zappia of DuBois.

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

Burial will be in St. Michael Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to Penn State DuBois, 1 College Place, and or DuBois Central Catholic School, P.O. Box 567, and or DuBois YMCA, 25 Parkway Dr., and or St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church, 25 Robinson St., all in DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Obituary Notice: Verna E. “Dolly” Fundanish (Provided photo)

Verna E. “Dolly” Fundanish, 86, of Philipsburg died Monday, Dec. 22, 2014 at Ridgeview Elder Care and Rehabilitation Center, Curwensville.

She was born Nov. 12, 1928 in Wallaceton, the daughter of Benjamin and Flora (Wisor) Parks.

Mrs. Fundanish retired from the former General Cigar Company in Philipsburg in 1986. She was Methodist by Faith.

Mrs. Fundanish is survived by two sons, William “Bill” N. Stephens and his wife, Janet and Emery G. Stephens and his wife, Lisa, both of Clearfield; a daughter-in-law, Linda Stephens of Clearfield; and three step-children, Marjorie Reilly and her husband, William and Kirby Fundanish, both of Coalport, and Herman Fundanish and his wife, Carol of Maryland.

She is survived by six grandchildren, Scott Stephens and his wife, Gina of Pittsburgh, David Stephens and his wife, Mandy and Todd Stephens and his wife, Melanie, both of Philipsburg, Cory Duckett and his wife, Kerri of Clearfield, Dodie Aughenbaugh and her husband, Travis of Palmyra and Stacey Bumbarger and her husband, Fred of Woodland; 14 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

She is also survived by two sisters; Clair Parks of Oil City and Mary Jane of Seneca.

Mrs. Fundanish was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Carl Fundanish; a son, Donald R. Stephens; a step-child, Connie Naylor; six sisters, Beatrice, Mary, Verda, Eva May, Grace and Erma; and two brothers, Merlin and Lloyd.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc., Clearfield, with Dr. Duane A. White officiating. Burial will be in the Spring Valley Cemetery, West Decatur.
Friends will be received from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 100 W. Station Dr., Suite 1900, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 or to Clearfield Penn Highland Hospice, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield, PA 16830 or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Arrangements are under the direction of Bennett & Houser Funeral Home, Clearfield.

Brandon M. Jones, 28, of Morrisdale died Monday, Dec. 22, 2014 at his residence. Born April 30, 1986 in Philipsburg, he was the son of the late Michael Jones and Judy Dobo of Morrisdale.

Mr. Jones was a 2004 graduate of the West Branch Area High School. He was a mechanic by trade. Mr. Jones enjoyed four-wheeling, hunting and fishing; he was an Ohio State football fan.

He’s survived by his paternal grandparents, Richard and Beverly Jones of Kylertown; his paternal great-grandmother, Alberta Page of Kylertown; and his maternal grandmother, Shirley Dobo of Hawk Run.

He’s also survived by his aunt, Kristen Jones; his uncles, Larry Dobo, Jim Dobo, Richard Jones Jr., Benjamin Jones; several great-aunts, great-uncles and cousins; and his beloved dog, Jake.

In addition to his father, Mr. Jones was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather and his paternal great-grandfather.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Strange & Weaver Funeral Home, Morrisdale, with the Lay Minister Martha Bloom officiating. Burial will be in the St. Agnes Roman Catholic Cemetery, Morrisdale.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. Saturday until the time of services at the funeral home.

Floyd W. Burton, 66, of Osceola Mills died Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014 at his home.

Born Jan. 27, 1948 in Philipsburg, he was the son of the late William R. Burton Sr. and Bertha (Burton) Burton.  He married Mary E. (Olosky) Burton on Sept. 30, 1978 in Houtzdale; she survives at home.

Mr. Burton was of the Christian faith.  He was a very active member of the Columbia Fire Co., in which he held numerous offices.

He was a heavy equipment operator for Jill Mining Co. of Philipsburg. He attended Philipsburg-Osceola High School.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters, Sabra Joyner, Margaret Hummel, Ruth Way and Audrey Way and one brother, William Burton Jr.

Along with his wife, Mr. Burton is survived by a daughter, Miranda K. Burton of Osceola Mills; a brother, Irvin Burton of Ramey; and numerous nieces and nephews.

At Mr. Burton’s request, there will be no visitation or funeral service.  Burial will be at the Umbria Cemetery in Osceola Mills.

Memorial contributions may be made to Mary E. Burton, 4988 Drane Hwy., Osceola Mills, PA 16666.

Heath Funeral Home in Osceola Mills is in charge of the arrangements.

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

Harry W. “Mouse” Riddle, 85, of Curwensville died Friday, Dec. 26, 2014 at his residence after a lengthy illness.

At the request of Mr. Riddle, there will be no public viewing or services. Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Burial will be held in the Oak Hill Cemetery of Curwensville.

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.

Donald L. “Unc” Snedden, 80, of DuBois died Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014 at his home.

Born Oct. 2, 1934, he was the son of the late Robert and Mabel (Yale) Snedden. He was a graduate of Sandy High School.

On Dec. 21, 1956, he married Dorthalene M. (Dunlap) Snedden.  She preceded him in death on March 2, 2013.

He retired from the Pennsylvania State University DuBois campus in the Tech Service Department.  Prior to that, he worked for the Osburn Foundry, Way Office Supply and DuBois Central Catholic High School.

He was a past member of the DuFast Transit Board and the Democratic Party Committee.  He was a long-time member of the Gospel Center in Falls Creek.  He was very active in the DuBois Nursing Home Auxiliary.

He enjoyed going to antique car shows with his 1930 Model A Ford.  He loved to work in his yard and enjoyed joking and laughing with everyone. He was a loyal and avid Penn State fan.

He’s survived by his brother, Harry “Babe” Snedden of Washington State and a sister, Linda Radaker of Luthersburg.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert, William, Kenneth and John “Jack” Snedden and a sister, Agnes Harris.

There will be no public visitation.

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

Memorials may be sent to the DuBois Nursing Home, 282 S. Eighth St., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

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

Carl-James Turner, 55, of Curwensville died Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014 at Ridgeview Elder Care after a short illness.

Born Jan. 28, 1959 in Miami, Fla., he was the don of LeRoy A. and Blanche (Desy) Turner.  He was a mechanic and a truck driver, working for Travel Centers of America and various other trucking companies.

On Oct. 16, 1998 in Kylertown, he wed LeeAnn McGary, who survives along with three children, Kyle, Cory and Caitlin Turner, all of Curwensville.

He’s also survived by his mother of Reno, Nev.; one brother, Ricky J. Turner of Georgia; and two sisters, Mary Lou Preciado and Carolyn M. Turner.

He was preceded in death by his father; two sisters, Victoria Turner and Ramona Turner; and a brother, LeRoy A. Turner Jr.

At the request of Mr. Turner, there will be no viewing or services.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made in care of the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville, 300 state St., Curwensville, PA 16833.

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

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

Robert N.  Brothers, 82, of Madera died Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014 at the Indiana Regional Medical Center.

Born Feb. 28, 1932 in Burnside Township, he was the son of Charles and Goldie (Rice) Brothers. He was married to Pearl (Hamm) Brothers, whom died July 13, 2008.

Mr. Brothers was an electrician for Harbison-Walker. He was affiliated with the Fruit Hill Presbyterian Church and the Fred R. Korman I.O.O.F. where he served as past noble grand.

He’s survived by a son, Dennis Shaw of Woodland; a grandson, Dennis Shaw Jr.; and several nieces and nephews, including special nieces, Barbara Bainey and Kathy Hamm and a great-niece, Amy Bainey Yarrison.

He’s also survived by brothers, Sam Brothers and his wife, Jane of Westover and Charles William Brothers and his wife, Nancy of Mifflintown and sisters, Dorothy Olson of Kansas and Mildred Hoffower of Emporium.

In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Brothers was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Tobias.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Lloyd-Dimmick Funeral Home, Irvona, with Pastor LeAnn Peters officiating. Burial will be in the Brisbin I.O.O.F. Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday and from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

An I.O.O.F. memorial service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Charles D. “Chuck” Eltringham, 80, of DuBois died Friday, Dec. 26, 2014 at his home.

Born March 14, 1934 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Charles H. and Esther (Hergenroder) Eltringham.

In 1959, he married Elizabeth “Betty” (Siegel) Eltringham.  She survives.

He served in the U.S. Army Reserves. He retired from Brockway Pressed Metals as foreman of the sintering department after more than 40 years of service.

He was a coach for the DuBois Panther midget football team for 38 years.  He was member of the St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church and the senior group in Brookville.

He also coached in the DuBois Little League for 13 years and enjoyed all sports, especially DuBois Beaver wrestling.  He also enjoyed hunting and fishing and liked to travel with his wife and friends.

He was a 51-year member of the Falls Creek F.O.E. Aerie 965 and the George D. Montgomery American Legion Post 17.

He’s survived by a daughter, Lori Fritz and her husband, John of DuBois; a son, David Eltringham of Brockport; two brothers, Richard Eltringham of Victorville, Calif., and Donald Hergenroder of Haneoye, NY; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Howard and William Eltringham.

Friends will be received from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.

A scriptural wake service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

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

Burial will follow in the St. Catherine Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to Penn Highlands Hospice at 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Obituary Notice: Vera L. ”Weez” Smith (Provided photo)

Vera L. ”Weez” Smith, 84, of Clearfield died Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.

She was born June 8, 1930 in Pottersdale, a daughter of the late William Isaac and Kathryn Jane (Michaels) Showden.

Mrs. Smith was formerly employed at Eastern Molded, Shortway Products and County Market in the bakery. She will be remembered for her flowers, sitting on the porch and preparing the holiday meals. Her favorite pastime was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her daughter, Catherine Shirey and her husband, Dennis of Clearfield and a daughter-in-law, Marianne (Hoover) Moore of Grampian.

She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Robert D. Smith Jr. of Rochester, NY, Jacqueline Smith Levine and her husband, David of Olanta, Kendi Jo Kester and her husband, Bryan of Springville, NY, DeAnn L. Marshall and her husband, Paul of Houtzdale, Dr. Kari Ann Shirey of Baltimore, Md., Shane Nevling and his fiancée, Clarissa of Clearfield, Shawn Nevling and his wife, Alicia of Curwensville and nine great-grandchildren, Alyssa Marshall of Morrisdale, Cody Marshall of Houtzdale, Gabrielle and Ryan Kester, both of Springville, NY, Daphne Nevling of Brisbin and Skyler, Dakota, Shawna, and Ryanna Nevling, all of Curwensville.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John W. Smith, whom she wed Nov. 18, 1949 in Pottersdale.

She was also preceded in death by a son, Robert D. Smith Sr.; two sisters, Dorothy Luzier and Madaline Stahlman; six brothers, Ira, Lewis, Donald, Isaac, John and Robert Showden; and two nieces, Esther Hubler and Barbara Gosney.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield, with the Rev. Kenneth J. Leonard officiating. Burial will be in the Crown Crest Memorial Park, Hyde.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday and from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

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

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