Barry Bordas, 68, of Philipsburg, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2015 at Health South Rehabilitation Center, Altoona.

Born July 2, 1946 in Philipsburg, he was the son of the late Arthur L. Bordas & Christine (Botwright) Bordas Buell.

A veteran of the US Army, he served during Vietnam. Barry was Commander of the Am Vets Post 159, Philipsburg and was extremely influential in supporting the community and local charities.

He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson Trike, his four-wheeler, and horses, shooting guns and drinking beer. He was employed as a truck driver for various area trucking companies.

Barry is survived by two daughters Chrissy “Hunky” Bordas and Heather “Bones” Sadauskas, both of Imperial, PA; three grandchildren Andrew Dillon, Taylor Sadauskas and Tori Sadauskas; a great granddaughter Ava Dillon; one sister Elaine Persio of Ebensburg; two brothers Arthur Bordas and his wife Laura of Philipsburg and John Bordas and his wife Sandra of Philipsburg; a sister in law Vickie Bordas of Hudson; numerous nieces and nephews; and his Am Vets family.

Barry was preceded in death by his parents, a brother James Bordas and a brother in law Geno Persio.

Barry’s larger than life personality, red hair and sense of humor mesmerized everyone when he walked into a room. He had so many friends and was always the life of the party. Barry’s wishes were to have no visitation or funeral service but to have a drink on him. The one and only; the legend…Barry Bordas. “It’s a long story.” “Yeah, Buddy!!”

Online condolences to the family 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

Thomas P. Lippert (Provided Photo)

Thomas P. Lippert, 78, of Woodland died on Saturday, June 27, 2015 at his home.

He was born on June 28, 1936 in Clearfield, a son of the late Earl and Ollie (Teats) Lippert.

Mr. Lippert was a self employed electrician.  Before being self employed, he had worked as an electrician for RD Goss for 28 years.

He was a member of the Christian & Missionary Alliance Church, Clearfield where he served as a trustee and head usher.  Mr. Lippert also enjoyed volunteering at the Clearfield Hospital and was an extremely avid blood donor.

Mr. Lippert is survived by his wife, Norma J. (McLaughlin) Lippert whom he wed August 31, 1958 in Shiloh; two children, Thomas P Lippert II of Hays, VA and Crystal Rishell and husband David of DuBois; three grandchildren,Thomas P. Lippert and wife Katie of Clearfield, Paige Rishell of Norfolk, VA and Padon Rishell of DuBois; an expected great granddaughter; a brother Victor Lippert of Clearfield; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Edith and Kathleen Lippert and Nancy Fisher; and eight brothers, Kenneth, James, Glenn, Charlie, John, Donald, Earl Jr. and Gerald Lippert.

Funeral services will be held at the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, Clearfield on Wednesday at 12 PM with Rev. Robert B. Goldenberg and Rev. Kenneth Pry officiating.  Interment will be in the Bradford Cemetery, Woodland.

Friends will be received at the church on Wednesday from 11 AM -12 PM .

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Gideon International, PO Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214; the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, 45 Alliance Road, Clearfield; or to the Clearfield Foundation for Health – Hospice, PO Box 992, Clearfield.

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

To sign the on-line guestbook go to www.beardsleyfuneralhome.com.

Janet D. Nearhood (Provided Photo)

Janet D. Nearhood, 83, of Morrisdale, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2015 at Windy Hill Village, Philipsburg.

Born May 20, 1932 in Morrisdale, she was a daughter of the late James & Edith (Wilson) Densham.

Mrs. Nearhood was a homemaker and was affiliated with the Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Hawk Run.

On March 24, 1951 she married Russell A. Nearhood, who preceded her in death December 16, 1988.

Mrs. Nearhood is survived by her children Russell Neal Nearhood of Florida, William James Nearhood and his wife Peggy of Port Matilda, David Lee Nearhood of Morrisdale, Linda Kay and her long-time companion Bob Blouse of Eighty Four, and Mark Allen Nearhood of Morrisdale; three sisters Doris Roberts of Greenbelt, MD, Nancy Millinder and her husband Ed of West Decatur, and Marlene Diviney and her husband Ken of Allport; a brother Robert Densham and his wife Peggy of York Haven, PA; 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Nearhood was preceded in death by a son Ray A. Nearhood, a sister Louise Densham and two brothers William Densham and James Densham.

Funeral Services will be held at the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, 228 N. Centre St. Philipsburg on Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at 11am with Rev. Clifford A. Johnston officiating.

Burial will be in the Allport Cemetery.

Friends will be received at the funeral home on Tuesday, June 30 from 6-9 pm.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, 228 N. Centre St. Philipsburg, PA 16866.

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

Bernice R. Edmunds, 92, of Clearfield passed away on Friday, June 26, 2015 at Mt. Laurel Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.

She was born, December 22, 1922 in Bigler, the daughter of Jesse and Anna (Rothrock) Waple.

Bernice was a homemaker.

She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church.

Bernice is survived by three children; Charles F. Edmunds, Michael J. Edmunds and Ruth Ann Butters, six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

She was the last member of her generation having been preceded in death by her parents, her husband, William F. Edmunds who passed away on August 20, 1994 and a brother, Boyd Waple.

Funeral Services will be held at the Bennett and Houser Funeral Home, Inc. on Thursday, July 2, 2015 at 1:45PM with Rev. Robert Way officiating. Interment will be in Crown Crest Memorial Park, Hyde.

Friends will be received at the funeral home on Thursday, from 1:00PM until the hour of the services.

The family suggest memorial contributions be made St. John Lutheran Church, 217 E. Pine Street, Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Jan L. Erickson (Provided photo)

Jan L. Erickson, 55, of Thetford, Norfolk County, England and formerly of Philipsburg, died Sunday, June 7, 2015 at Attenbrooks Hospital, Cambridge, England.

Born June 7, 1960, at Selfridge Air Force Base, Michigan, he was the son of the late John H. Sr., and Ann (Custaney) Erickson and his step-mother, Rae Erickson, who survives of Philipsburg.

He married the former Sarah Dilley on April 6, 1994 in Bigglesway Wade, England. She survives at home.

Mr. Erickson began his career in the U.S. Air Force after graduating from high school. He retired in 1998 after 20 years of service.

From 1998-2002, he worked as a cashier at RAF Lakenheath Air Force Support Squadron.  He then joined RAF Mildenhall Air Force Support Squadron as the lodging accountant for the Air Force Inns where he was employed.

He was a 1978 graduate of the Philipsburg-Osceola Area High School.  He was a member of the B.P.O. Elks No. 1173 of Philipsburg and he enjoyed bowling and traveling with his wife.

In addition to his wife and step-mother, Mr. Erickson is survived by a sister, Deborah A. Harris and her husband, William of Osceola Mills; a step-sister, Cheryl Anderson of Philipsburg; three brothers, John H. Erickson, Jr. and his wife, Margaret of Kingsland, Ga., Joseph A. Erickson Jr. and his wife, Kathy of Charlotte, NC and Jeffrey L. Erickson and his wife, Dana of Simpsonville, SC; and a step-brother, Jeffrey McDonald of Philipsburg.

He is also survived by his nephews, Nathan and Trevor Harris of Osceola Mills, John Thomason and his wife, Marie, Kris Erickson, David Erickson and his wife, Anna, Timothy Erickson and his wife Alli and two great-nephews.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at West Suffolk Crematorium, with Civil Celebrant Shaun Cosby officiating.

Visitation was held at the Turner Funeral Home in Thetford, Norfolk County, England.

Full military honors were accorded by the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard.

Contributions in memory of Mr. Erickson may be made to the Royal British Legion and the K9’s for Warriors, 260 S. Roscoe Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082.

Obituary submitted by the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg.

Friends may sign the guestbook at beezerheathfh.com.

Obituary Notice: Todd ‘TD’ Freeland (Provided photo)

Todd ‘TD’ Freeland, 43, of Clearfield went to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 25, 2015. He was born March 24, 1972, a son of Jim and Judy (Eckley) Freeland of Clearfield.

Mr. Freeland enjoyed his profession as a physical therapy assistant, where he loved working with his patients and they loved him. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his buddies.

He was an avid rock climber who enjoyed hiking and simply spending time in God’s outdoors. But more than anything else, he most adored his children.

He loved coaching his boys in both wrestling and baseball, and he loved singing songs with his daughter. He was happiest when he was with them.

Mr. Freeland was a member of the Presbyterian Church, Clearfield. His faith was an important part of his life.

In addition to his parents, Jim and Judy Freeland, he is survived by his wife, Deborah (Gavlak) Freeland to whom he was wed May 1, 1999, and four children whom he loved, Caleb, Luke, Carter and Lizzy.

He is also survived by his sister, Dawna Ellis, his sister, Diane Hains and her husband, Tommy and his brother, Greg Freeland and his wife, Jennifer, all of Chesapeake, Va.; a mother-in-law, Faye Flickinger of Clearfield; a sister-in-law, Tina Reed and her husband, Dave of Olanta; four nephews and a niece.

Mr. Freeland was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents and his father-in-law, Robert Gavlak.

The family welcomes all family and friends to an open house reception to celebrate Mr. Freeland’s life in the Westminster Hall at the Presbyterian Church, Clearfield, on Wednesday, beginning at 6 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Todd Freeland Children Fund, c/o Clearfield Bank and Trust, 11 North Second St., Clearfield.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Clara V. Ardary (Provided photo)

Clara V. Ardary, 97, of Clearfield died Monday, June 29, 2015.

She was born March 19, 1918 in Grampian, a daughter of the late Steve J. and Theresa (Smith) Lash.

Mrs. Ardary was a devoted homemaker who worked hard at raising her family. She also enjoyed playing Bingo, attending church functions and had a special love of animals.

She was a life-time member of the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield. She was also a former member of the Lawrence Township Fire Department Auxiliary.

She is survived by three children, Barbara Emerson of Griffin, Ga., Charles ‘Charlie’ Ardary of Curwensville and Virginia Grice and Tom of Clearfield.

She is survived by seven grandchildren, Dick Carr, Billy Carr, Steve Tobias, Andy Bowman and his wife, Terri, Lynette Brooks, Sherri Gaines and her husband, Clayton and Tom Grice and his wife, Leslie; numerous great-grandchildren; and two step-children, Mona Lenhart and her husband, Richard and Donald Ardary and his wife, Dallis, both of Clearfield.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde W. ‘Bill’ Ardary, on Sept. 18, 2004 and to whom she was wed Nov. 18, 1939.

She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Lucille Thomas and Helen McKenna and a brother, Francis Lash.

A funeral service will be private and held at the convenience of the family; however, a mass will be said in memory of Mrs. Ardary at a later date.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Clearfield Foundation for Health – Hospice, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield, or to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals 275, 21^st St., Clearfield.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Ralph Wayne Addleman Jr. (Provided photo)

Ralph Wayne Addleman Jr. died Sunday, June 28, 2015, at his home in Clearfield. He was born March 2, 1950, in Tyrone, the son of Ralph Wayne Addleman Sr. and Jean Addleman, who survive.

On May 25, 1970, he married Ethel Marlene Dunlap Addleman. Mr. Addleman loved her dearly; she survives.

He was a 1968 graduate of the Curwensville High School. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1968-1971, where he worked on the flight deck of the U.S.S. Saratoga.

He was a member of the Clearfield American Legion John Lewis Shade Post No. 6.

Mr. Addleman was employed at the Wal-Mart Distribution Center. He had previously worked for Berg Electronics. He lived in the area all of his life except when he was stationed in Jacksonville, Fla., while in the Navy.

He was a loving, dedicated family man and an avid sports fan. He especially loved baseball. He would watch any game regardless of who was playing – Little League or the pros. He watched the Pittsburgh Pirates since his boyhood, win or lose, as well as the Pittsburgh Steelers.

One of his favorite hobbies was playing scratch-off lottery tickets while his wife shopped as the two paired their favorite hobbies. He loved music, especially anything played live.

He had a strong work ethic and rarely ever missed a day of work. He enjoyed traveling and loved taking trips to the beach, where he immensely enjoyed the sun and surf.

Mr. Addleman had a laid back, easy-going attitude that adapted well to any situation. He was almost always the life of the party.

He is survived by his wife, Marlene of Clearfield; his father, Ralph Sr. of Philipsburg; and his mother, Jean of Clearfield; and his daughter, Lea Rishel and her husband, Jim of Clearfield and his son, Brent Addleman of Brownwood, Texas.

He is survived by his grandchildren, Josh Rishel and his wife, Shana, Kelton and his wife, Shawna and MarleeJo Rishel, all of Clearfield, and his great-grandchildren, Tucker, Grant and Alora.

He is also survived by his sister, Linda Ruffner and her husband, Dan of Clearfield; a brother, Chuck and his wife, Phyllis of West Decatur; five nieces and nephews, Danny Ruffner, Jason Ruffner, Janelle Ruffner, Emily Addleman and Clint Addleman; and an aunt, Vai Ardary.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Wayne Addleman of Curwensville. His grandfather owned South Side Garage and operated the school buses for Curwensville schools.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Bennett & Houser Funeral Home in Clearfield with Pastor Robert Achey officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Curwensville.

Memorials can be made to First Baptist Church of Clearfield, 111 N. Second St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

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

Helen Swanson, 64, of Morrisdale died Saturday, June 27, 2015 at her residence. Born Aug. 18, 1950 in Kittaning, she was the daughter of the late Ivan F. Sr. and Lois E. Hite Kyler.

Mrs. Swanson was a 1968 graduate of the West Branch High School. She was also a graduate of the IBM School, Philadelphia. She had worked for Shortway Products, Clearfield, and the Clearfield Truck Stop.

She is survived by a son, Bradley Ivan Swanson of Morrisdale; two sisters, Elizabeth J. “Betty” Bauman and Ethel Joanne Kyler, both of Morrisdale; and a brother, Ivan F. Kyler Jr. and his wife, Beverly of Palestine (Morrisdale).

Mrs. Swanson was also survived by a long-time friend and companion, Samuel Powell of Clearfield.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Christopher Swanson.

There will not be any public visitation. A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.

Burial will be in the Palestine United Methodist Cemetery, Morrisdale.

Obituary Notice: Carol Ann Rauch (Provided photo)

Carol Ann Rauch, 58, of Hagerstown, Md., died Monday, June 29, 2015 at her home.

She was born Aug. 14, 1956 in Clearfield, the daughter of Raymond J. and Virginia (Conti) Bumbarger.

She worked in the Hagerstown, Md., area as a nursing assistant.

She was a member of the former Baptist Temple, Hagerstown, Md. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband, Robert Showe Jr., of Hagerstown, Md., and two children, John I. Rauch and his wife, Tonya and Michael Paul Rauch and his wife, Dora, also Hagerstown, Md., and a step-daughter, Kristen Showe of Spring Mills, W.Va.

She is also survived by a granddaughter, Rayme Rauch; a step-grandson, Hayden Showe; a brother, Raymond J. Bumbarger Jr.; a sister, Mildred Jean Konkle of Tennessee; a God-child, Joanna Diane Rauch; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, John I. Rauch Sr., who died June 30, 1995; a sister, Pearl Ann Passmore; and a brother, Robert James Bumbarger.

Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Friday at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc., Clearfield, with Pastor Stan Wisor officiating. Burial will be in the Bradford Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. and from 4:30 p.m. until the hour of services Friday at the funeral home.

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

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

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

Obituary Notice: Margaret Salvatore (Provided photo)

Margaret Salvatore, 97, of Clearfield died Monday, June 29, 2015 at her home. She was born May 26, 1918 in Philipsburg, a daughter of the late Mike and Mary (Werba) Fetcenko.

Mrs. Salvatore was a homemaker who enjoyed raising her family, a day that she officially retired from less than a month ago. She also loved to garden, tend her flowers sew and cook treats to share.

She was a member of the Emmanuel United Methodist Church, Clearfield, where she was involved with the United Methodist Women. She was also a member of the Auxiliary of the Clearfield American Legion and the Auxiliary of the Disabled American Veterans, DuBois.

She is survived by her husband, Paul L. Salvatore, to whom she was wed Nov. 8, 1947 in Philipsburg, and three daughters, Sandra Absher and her husband, Bob of Girdwood, Alaska, Paula Rosen and her husband, Marc of Millers, Md., and Debra Sayler and her husband, Bradley of Hagerstown, Md.

She is survived by four grandchildren, Jeremy Applegate, Benjamin Applegate and his wife, Ginger, Kristin Cornell and her husband, Christopher and Erica Sayler and two great-grandchildren, Ethan Bubien and Shasa Applegate.

She is survived by two sisters, Mary Swansegar of Philipsburg and Irene Engel of Ohio and two brothers, Larry and Raymond Fetcenko, both of Ohio. She is also survived by two special friends, Elva Fleisher and Marie Garito, both of Clearfield.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Thomas, George and Mitchel Fetcenko and two sisters, Pauline Verost and Dorothy Fetcenko.

Mrs. Salvatore’s family would also like to recognize the heart-felt care given by the nurses and aides of Clearfield Hospice and her other caregivers, including Janet Cowder, Mary Hurd and Melissa Taylor. Your kindness and support is truly appreciated.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Kevin A Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield, with Pastor George W. Solley officiating. Burial will follow in the Crown Crest Memorial Park, Hyde.

Friends will be received from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 1010 Dorey St., Clearfield, or to Clearfield Foundation for Health – Hospice, P.O. Box 992, Clearfield.

Velma M. Bricen, 91, formerly of Weedville, died Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at Christ the King Manor.

Born April 5, 1924 in Atlanta, Ga., she was the daughter of the late Marion E. and Mary (Diver) Burke.

On Dec. 21, 1947 in New York City, she married Louis Bricen.  He preceded her in death on March 4, 2014.

She was a homemaker.

Mrs. Bricen was a member of the St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church in Force.  She was a member of the Bennett’s Valley Women’s Club.  She enjoyed being with her family, especially her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her children  Luann Pisani and her husband, Louie of St. Marys and Nancy Rosman, Thomas Bricen and his wife, Susan and John Bricen and his wife, Rebecca, all of Weedville, eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, John and Patrick Burke and a son-in-law, Mark Rosman.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with Fr. William Sutherland officiating.

Burial will be in Gardner Hill Cemetery.

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

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

Ward and Marybell Mays (Provided photo)

A memorial Service for Ward and Marybell Mays will be held at 4 p.m. July 5 at the Ramey United Methodist Church with Pastors Clare Pannebaker and Dennis McCracken officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ramey United Methodist Church, P.O. Box, Ramey, PA 16671.

Obituary Notice: Marybell Mays

Marybell Mays, 92, of Ramey died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015 at her home.

Born Oct. 17, 1922 in Irvona, she was the daughter of the late Thaddeus Harper Stephens and Ruth (Holes) Stephens Barto.

She married the late Ward Mays on Jan. 1, 1944 at her home in Irvona.

She was a member of Ramey United Methodist Church.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a grandson, James Saupp; a brother, Thaddeus Stephens; and four sisters, Sydna Johnston, Margaret Diehl, Miriam Stephens and Naomi Ruth Stephens.

She will be sadly missed by her three daughters, Marie (Wayne) Fox of Ramey, Jane (William) Zapsky of Madera and Ruth (Larry) Saupp of Smithmill and three sisters, Norma Christie, Myrtle Alexander and Kathryn Dubois.

She is also survived by three grandchildren, David Zapsky, Mark Fox and Susan Hiatt, eight great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson.

She was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother.  She was a talented artist who enjoyed many years of quilting for her church and her family.  She was also an excellent cook whose pie crust will be remembered by many.

In her early years, she worked at home doing alterations.  She was a very skilled seamstress.  She was a very talented woman who will be missed by all her knew her.

Services are entrusted to Kruise-Spewock Funeral & Cremation Services, Madera.

John Joseph “Jack” Andrejcik, 82, of Morrisdale died Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at his residence in Morrisdale. Born May 5, 1933, he was the son of the late Stephen and Mary Pirow Andrejcik.

He was a member of the St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church, Morrisdale. He was a graduate of the Morris Township High School and the Penn State University.

He was a veteran of the Korean War and served in the U.S. Air Force. He retired as an electrical engineer from the former Quehanna Manufacturing.

He is survived by a brother, Joseph J. Andrejcik of Morrisdale.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Helen Barnyak, Theresa Bristow and Margaret Yanock and five brothers, William, Edward, Paul, Alfred and Steve.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church, Morrisdale, with Father Robert J. Horgas as celebrant. Burial will be in the St. Agnes Roman Catholic Cemetery, Morrisdale.

Friends will be received from 9 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Friday at the Strange & Weaver Funeral Home, Morrisdale. The Rosary will be said at 9:15 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Graveside military honors will be accorded by the Moshannon Valley Independent Honor Guard.

Memorials may be made to the St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church, 22 St. Agnes Dr., Morrisdale, PA 16858.

Elizabeth Mary Barker, 49, of DuBois died Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at Penn Highlands DuBois.

Born Jan. 25, 1966 in St. Cloud, Minn., she was the daughter of Corrine (Wolters) Klemz.  Her mother survives and lives in DuBois.

On June 26, 2004, she married Gilbert J. Barker Jr.  He survives.

Mrs. Barker was employed by Sunny 106.5 and WCED 1420 Radio for more than 20 years. She worked in many capacities at the radio station and was well known on the air as Beth Walters.

She grew up in Cold Spring, Minn., where she was a 1984 graduate of ROCORI High School.  She was a graduate of St. Cloud State University, where she was also a member of the St. Cloud Alumni Association.

She was a member of We R Survivors Cancer Support Group and the Oklahoma Elementary School PTA. She was associated locally with the Boy Scouts of America program.  For years, she was the host of the Scholastic Challenge in DuBois, and she was a DuBois Panther Football Mom.

Mrs. Barker was the much-beloved mother of her two sons, Gilbert and Walter Barker.  She enjoyed gardening, outdoor activities and spending time with her two “Gifts from God.”

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Alphonse and Margaret Wolters.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Monday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with Pastor David Bish officiating.

Although flowers are appreciated, the family suggests that memorials be placed with the Anglemans Syndrome Foundation, 75 Executive Dr., Suite 327, Aurora, IL 60504 and or Penn Highlands Home Health/Hospice, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Sharon Esther Shoffner, 70, of Altoona and formerly of Curwensville, died Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at her residence.

Born March 16, 1945 in Lanse, she was the daughter of William and Sarah Mae (Hughes) Lannen.

Mrs. Shoffner was a homemaker. She was a member of the Messiah Baptist Church in Lanse.

She wed Harvey Edward Shoffner on June 22, 1965 in Chester Hill. He survives.

She is survived by five children, Karen Ann Achard and Gary Shoffner, both of Clearfield, Patricia Shearer of Altoona, Harvey Duane Shoffner of Philipsburg and Pamela Jean Rinehart and her husband, Dale of Penfield.

She is survived by a step-son, Kaleb Lippert of Clearfield, 13 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and a great-great-granddaughter.

In addition she is survived by three sisters and three brothers, Mary Jane Lannen and William Lannen Jr., both of Lanse, Charlotte Grindler and her husband, Eugene of York, Doris Pelton of El Paso, Texas, Robert Lee Lannen and his wife, Carol of Karthaus and James Lannen and his wife, Mary of Morrisdale.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a great-grandson, David Lee Ray Whittington.

At the request of Mrs. Shoffner there will be no public visitation.

Graveside services for Mrs. Shoffner will be held at the convenience of the family at the Messiah Baptist Cemetery in Lanse with Pastor Earl Shawley officiating.

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.

Emma E. Geisel, 90, of Philipsburg died Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at Windy Hill Village, Philipsburg.

Born Dec. 19, 1924 in Johnstown, she was a daughter of the late Lewis Rowland and Martha Gertrude (Irwin) Rowland Shingler.

Mrs. Geisel was a 1941 graduate of Johnstown High School and had worked for Dr. Pat Gianopoulos. She was a homemaker.

She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, Philipsburg, where she was a member of the church choir. She was a Past Worthy Matron of Order of Eastern Star and a volunteer chaplain at the former Philipsburg Hospital.

She was a Den Mother when her son was younger, a former member of Valley Voices and a volunteer for the blood mobiles.

On April 12, 1943 in Johnstown, she married Richard Thomas “Dick” Geisel. He preceded her in death on Feb. 5, 2005.

Mrs. Geisel is survived by a daughter, Shirley Jacobson and her husband, Joel of Northampton; a son, Wayne T. Geisel of Richmond, Va.; two grandchildren, Tracy Jacobson and Emily Hankel; three great-grandchildren, twins Luke and Tyler Jacobson and John Michael Hankel III; and a sister, Anna Lois Brumbaugh of West Mont (Johnstown).

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

A graveside service and burial will be held at Richland Cemetery, 1257 Scalp Ave., Johnstown, at 11 a.m. Wednesday, with the Rev. Craig Miller officiating.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday at the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, 228 N. Centre St., Philipsburg.

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

Joseph Syktich Sr., 79, of Clearfield died Friday, July 3, 2015 at his daughter’s home under the care of hospice.

Born May 19, 1936 in Fernwood, he was the son of the late John and Nancy (Mocnoal) Syktich.

He was a U.S. Army veteran and a machinist for General Electric. He was a member of the local Veterans of Foreign War (VFW) and American Legion.

He is survived by his ex-wife, Rose K. Syktich (Luda); two sons, Christopher Syktich of San Diego, Calif., and Joseph Syktich of Curwensville; and two daughters, Anne M. Tressler of Tobyhanna and Nancy L. Syktich of Clearfield.

He is also survived by two sisters, Ann Ribelli of Ohio and Estella Vreeland of New Jersey; a brother, Michael Syktich of Dubois; and three grandchildren, Christopher J. Foster, Cierra J. Kephart and Aubrie E. Syktich.

He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Helen Muhaw and Catherine Ordwein and six brothers, Charles, Harry, Stanley, Sam, John and David Syktich.

Family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until the time of service at 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Kruise-Spewock Funeral & Cremation Services Inc., Ramey.

Burial will follow in the St. Vladimir Orthodox Cemetery, Ramey.

Obituary Notice: Betty J. Heichel (Provided photo)

Betty J. Heichel, 87, finally reached her earthly goal on Thursday, July 2, 2015 and entered heaven to be with her Lord and Savior.

She died peacefully at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.

Born April 28, 1928, she was a life-long resident of Pottersdale.  She was the daughter of Blanchard and Lena (Pitts) Narehood.

She wed John (Buck) Heichel on April 3, 1948. He preceded her in death on May 27, 1962.

She is survived by five children, Dale (Suzette) Heichel of Woodland, Bonnie (Blaine) Hugney and Connie (Joseph) McGovern, both of Frenchville, Rebecca (Gregory) Hertlein of Clearfield and Philip (Louette) Heichel of West Decatur.

She is survived by nine grandchildren, Brenda Kovalick, Blaine Hugney Jr., Jennifer Hugney, Autumn McGonigal, Joshua Hertlein, Zachary Hertlein, Caleb Heichel, Jill Heichel and Micah Heichel and 10 great-grandchildren.

She is also survived by one sister, Helen Paul and three brothers, William (Mary) Narehood, Carl (Carol) Narehood and Robert (Sharon) Narehood.

Mrs. Heichel was a member of the Community Alliance Church. She was the pianist for more than 60 years at the church; she also enjoyed playing the piano at Mountain Laurel.

After more than 40 years of service, she retired as postmaster of the Pottersdale Post Office.

She was a strong woman who enjoyed the simplicities of life and dedicated her time to teaching her family Christian values.  She will be forever remembered with much love and admiration.

Mrs. Heichel’s family wishes the sincerest gratitude to all of the dedicated personnel of Mountain Laurel who cared for her.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Community Alliance Church, Karthaus, with the Rev. Dan Beeman officiating and being assisted by her grandson, Pastor Zachary Hertlein.

Burial will be at the Oak Hill Cemetery.

Friends will be received at the church from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday and from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Community Alliance Church, the Mountain Laurel Activities Department and or the Oak Hill or Ganoe Cemeteries.

The Strange & Weaver Funeral Home of Morrisdale is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Notice: Shirley A. Tkacik (Provided photo)

Shirley Ann Tkacik, 80, of Clearfield and formerly of Curwensville, died Friday July 3, 2015 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Clearfield after a lengthy illness.

Born July 3, 1935 in Bigler, she was the daughter of Burton and Geraldine (Millinder) Hummel.

Mrs. Tkacik was a homemaker. She was a member of the St. Francis Roman Catholic Church in Clearfield.

On April 14, 1956, she wed Edward J. Tkacik. He preceded her in death on June 3, 2007.  She was also preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Burton Hummel Jr.

Surviving are twin daughters, Cindy Anderson and her husband, James, and Sandy Hutton and her husband, Thomas, both of Clearfield.

Also surviving are three grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren and two brothers, Gerald “Buzz” Hummel of Clearfield and Steward “Stuke” Hummel and his wife, Betty Jane of Delmont.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville with Deacon Robert Wilson officiating.

Burial will be in the Bigler Cemetery in Bigler.

Friends will be received from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. and from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Monday and from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Contributions may be made to the family in care of the Chidboy Funeral Home Inc., 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.