Obituary Notice: Timothy Peter Kavelak (Provided photo)

Timothy Peter Kavelak, 52, of Middletown, Del., lost his long battle to cancer at home on Monday, July 27, 2015.

Mr. Kavelak was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma eight years ago. He fought courageously through every single day to live the life he loved so much with the people he loved the most and who thought the world of him.

He was born July 8, 1963 in Williamsport. He graduated from Montoursville High School, where he played baseball and football.

Mr. Kavelak then attended Mansfield University, where he played football. He was a brother of Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity, where he made life-long friendships.

He cherished his annual hunting trips to Indiana with David Ebbert and James Collins to whom he spoke to daily. He was a member of Mountain Meadow Lodge Hunting Camp (Frozen Run), where he spent many hunting seasons and work weekends. There, he spent quality time with his many friends while adding treasures to his man cave.

He retired from the Federal Bureau of Prisons in October of 2014 after 27 years of dedicated service.

He began his career at the Federal Penitentiary in Lewisburg, as a correctional officer and then as a masonry foreman.

Mr. Kavelak took a promotion as a general foreman to Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary in Leavenworth, Kan., and completed his career as a facility manager at the Federal Detention Center in Philadelphia.

He took pride in his work and was an exemplary employee who was a role model to many. He was respected and admired for his dedication and work ethic.

He loved vacations, beaches and spending time with friends and family. Family and friends were so fortunate to have been able to share his “Bucket List” wish by going to San Francisco with dear friends, Todd and Tracy Lozenski, this past March. Also, family and friends were able to take a special tour of Alcatraz with Mr. Kavelak, which was made possible by him being an employee of the Federal Prison system.

Mr. Kavelak was known for having an immaculate yard. He would spend hours making certain that it was cut, edged and trimmed to perfection. He was often teased, and then complimented for his outstanding landscape and even won a Yard Award when living in Kansas.

He had a smile that would light up a room and a belly laugh that was contagious. Whether singing Jesse’s Girl with a broomstick guitar or giving the ultimate bear hug, he was loved and adored by so many and everyone was better for having had him in their lives.

Family members would like to thank the many doctors, nurses and medical staff who worked tirelessly in an attempt to provide Mr. Kavelak with the highest quality of life for the length of his illness.

He was predeceased by his father, John E. Kavelak Jr. and his brother-in-law, David M. Seeley.

He is survived by and will be dearly missed by his adoring wife of 28 years, Jamie (Seeley) Kavelak; his son, Joshua David Kavelak; and his daughter, Haley Lynn Kavelak.

He is also survived by his loving mother, Mary Lou (Greslick) Kavelak; his sister, Cynthia (Kavelak) DeWald, her husband, Todd, and their three children, Hayden, Madison and Wyatt; his devoted in-laws, Charles J. Seeley and Ruth E. (Hann) Seeley; his niece, Stephanie (Seeley) Davie and her husband, Jestin. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Friends and Family are invited to attend a visitation from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Sunday at Daniels & Hutchison Funeral Home, 212 N. Broad St., Middletown, DE 19709.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, 371 E. Main St., Middletown, DE. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations to be sent to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 383 Main Ave., Fifth Floor Norwalk, CT 06851.

Obituary Notice: Raymond G. Sacolic (Provided photo)

Raymond G. Sacolic, 92, of Clearfield died Saturday, Aug. 1, 2015 at his home.

Mr. Sacolic was born Nov. 15, 1922 in Beulah, the son of Andrew and Mary (Manjack) Sacolick.

He was a graduate of the Bigler Township High School, Madera. He was also a graduate of the Clarion State Teachers College in the class of 1952.

Mr. Sacolic retired after 35 years of teaching. He taught at Clarion-Limestone, Cornwath and Girard-Goshen Elementary Schools.

He was a member of the St. Francis Roman Catholic Church, Clearfield and St. Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church, Ramey.

Mr. Sacolic was a member of the Clearfield Lions Club, where he received the Merle Jones Award. He also belonged to the Retired Teachers Association, Civilian Conservation Corp., Watershed Group, Master Gardener, RSVP, Democrat Club and Clarion University Alumni Association. He also volunteered at the Clearfield Historical Society.

He is survived by five children, Karen Siegel and her husband, Dennis of Mount Joy; Tim McIlvaine and his wife, Maria of Canyon Country, Calif.; and Frank McIlvaine and his wife, Trudy, Nancy Graham and her husband, Darrin and Cathy Sacolic, all of Clearfield.

He is also survived by 12 grandchildren, Nicholas, Chelsea, Brittany, Lukas and Shannon McIlvaine, Derrick, Shane and Spencer Graham, Kate Hough and Andy, Ben and Daniel Siegel; four great-grandchildren; a number of nieces, nephews and cousins; and his beloved cats, Woody and Buzz.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Elsie P. (Mariani) McIlvaine Sacolic; and two brothers, Andrew Sacolic and Walter Sacolic.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the St. Francis Roman Catholic Church, Clearfield, with Father John Miller III as celebrant. Burial will be in the St. Mary Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Ramey.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc., Clearfield.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 92, Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

Agnes McCracken, 91, of DuBois died Sunday, Aug. 2, 2015 at her home.

Born July 11, 1924 in Maxwell, she was the daughter of the late George and Anna (Novotny) Ferchak.

She was married to Ernest D. McCracken. He preceded her in death on Oct. 25, 2005.

She retired as a claims adjuster for Mutual American of Rhode Island Insurance Company. She was a graduate of the Henry George School of Science.

Mrs. McCracken was a member of the St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, where she was a member of the Altar Rosary Society, in the church choir and the historian for the 125^th anniversary committee.

She was a member of the former Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians. She was a past volunteer at DuBois Hospice and the Medical Arts Building and the DuBois Historical Society.

She was cared for locally by her niece, Lynda E. Veltri and her husband, Michael of Reynoldsville.

Mrs. McCracken was preceded in death by her twin sister, Francine Ferchak and five brothers, John, Stephen, Joseph, Carl and George Ferchak Jr.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Goble-Baronick Funeral Home.

A rosary will be prayed at 3:15 p.m. Tuesday, which is to be followed immediately by a scriptural wake service.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant.

Burial will follow in St. Catherine Cemetery.

Memorials may be placed with Penn Highlands Hospice, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA.

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

Obituary Notice: Clifford E. Reed Sr. (Provided photo)

Clifford E. Reed Sr., 82, of Woodland died Monday, Aug. 3, 2015 at Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College.

He was born Jan. 22, 1933 in Houtzdale, the son of Dick and Sarah (Mills) Reed.

Mr. Reed was a member of the Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He served during the Korean War.

He retired from Reed Stables horse training facility, where he was owner/operator. He worked as a horse trainer and farrier.

Mr. Reed was a 60-year member of the Osceola Mills Masonic Lodge No. 515. He held a 33^rd degree and was Past District Deputy Grand Master of the 21^st Masonic District.

He is survived by six children, Lori Anderson and her husband, Bob of Houtzdale; Clifford E. Reed Jr., Thomas Reed and his companion, Melony Maines and Cindy Reed, all of Woodland; Tammy Reed and her companion, Tommy Reich of Virginia Beach, Va.; and Shelly Reed and her companion, Mark Graham of Wallaceton.

Mr. Reed is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and four siblings, a twin sister, Sarah Swistock of Indiana, Pa., Alan Reed of Philipsburg, Brent Reed of Houtzdale and Cheryl Pataky of State College.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his step-mother, Maxine; his Mum Mum, Ruth Reed; his wife, Donna L. (Kephart) Reed, and to whom he was married Jan. 17, 1953 and whom died Nov. 7, 2011; a grandson, Jeremiah Brown; a great-granddaughter, Carley Reed; two sisters, Nancy Payne and Barbara Reed; and a brother, Dick Reed.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church with Pastor Sean Patrick Smith and Scott Mills co-officiating.

Burial will be in the Bradford Cemetery, Woodland. Military honors will be accorded at the cemetery by the Clearfield American Legion Post No. 6 and the VFW Post No. 1785 Honor Guard.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc., Clearfield. The Osceola Mills Masonic Lodge No. 515 will conduct a service at 7 p.m.

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

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

Jean Bashore Shaw, 85, of Osceola Mills died Monday, Aug. 3, 2015 at Christ the King Manor, DuBois.

Born Aug. 4, 1929 in Hummelstown, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Florence Gibboney Bashore.

Mrs. Shaw was formerly of Ginter.  She was a homemaker. Mrs. Shaw was an avid collector o John Wayne memorabilia.

She was married to Robert A. Shaw Sr. on Oct. 23, 1953. He preceded her in death on June 9, 2012.

She is survived by two daughters, Beth Lovell and her husband, Jeff of Chambersburg and Jean Gray of Clearfield and two sons, Robert A. Shaw Jr. and his wife, Nicole of Osceola Mills and Richard Shaw and his wife, Alana of Drexel Hill.

Mrs. Shaw is also survived by a sister, Betty Osburne of Augusta, Ky.; two brothers, Dale Bashore and Frank Bashore, both of Omaha, Neb.; two grandchildren, Robert Shaw III of State College and Zack Lovell and his wife, Kari of Chambersburg; and a great-grandson, Gavin Lovell of Chambersburg.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband; a great-grandson, Kameron Lovell; a sister, Mary Dixon and a brother, Raymond Bashore.

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family with the Rev. John T. Dill officiating. Burial will be in the Reidy Cemetery, Wallaceton.

There will not be any public visitation.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Strange & Weaver Funeral Home, c/o Jean Shaw Account, P.O. Box 238, 171 Deer Creek Rd., Morrisdale, PA 16858.

The Strange & Weaver Funeral Home, Morrisdale, is serving the family.

Mary Jane Lannen, 84, of Lanse died Sunday, Aug. 2, 2015 at UPMC Altoona.

Born May 3, 1931 in Philipsburg, she was a daughter of the late William F. and Sarah Mae (Hughes) Lannen.

Ms. Lannen was a graduate of Cooper Township High School. She was a homemaker. She was of the Protestant faith.

Surviving are two sisters, Charlotte Gruendler of York and Doris Pelton of El Paso, Texas; three brothers, William Lannen Jr. of Lanse, Lee Lannen of Karthaus and James Lannen of Morrisdale; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant son, Richard Lee Lannen; and a sister, Sharon Shoffner.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family and burial will be in the Allport Cemetery.  There will be no public visitation.

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.

Audrey L. Luttman, 68 of DuBois died Wednesday, Aug. 05, 2015 at Penn Highlands DuBois.

Born Aug. 19, 1946, she was the daughter of William H. and Blanche (Hoover) Taylor.  Her father preceded her in death; her mother survives and lives in DuBois.

On Dec. 11, 1964, she married John D. Luttman. He survives.

She was a homemaker and a member of Gelnett Memorial Church.  She enjoyed going to CURVES, loved horses, cooking, and especially her dog “Chance.” She was an avid Pittsburgh Pirates fan.

She is survived by three sons, John R. Luttman of Atascadero, Calif.; Donald J. Luttman of Cochranton; and Greg M. Luttman of DuBois; one brother, Gerald Taylor and his wife, Jenny of Richardsville; and three sisters, Melissa Troupe and her husband, Ron of Allens Mills; Susan Caine of DuBois; and Joyce Taylor of New Jersey.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Patti Bogle.

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

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

Burial will follow in Morningside Cemetery.

Memorials may be placed with Penn Highlands Hospice, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Michael J. Toth, 92, of Philipsburg and formerly of Morann, died Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015 at his home. Born Aug. 11, 1922, he was the son of the late Michael and Anna (Janako) Toth.

Mr. Toth was a member of the Christ the King Catholic Church in Houtzdale.

He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II.  He was retired from Hommer Lumber. He had also worked as a coal miner.  He attended the Morann Grade School.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Margaret Tesoro and her husband, Al; Maybell Parente and her husband, Thomas and Anna Mae Cossick; a brother, Andy Toth and his wife, Marie; and a brother-in-law, William Griffo.

Mr. Toth is survived by a sister, Mary Griffo of Brooklyn, NY; a brother-in-law, Ben Cossack of Coalport; and several nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be held 12 p.m. Saturday, at Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Osceola Mills, with the Rev. Father Marc Solomon officiating.  Burial will be at the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Brisbin.

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

Military honors will be accorded by the Osceola Mills Honor Guard.

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

Obituary Notice: Kenneth L. Taylor (Provided photo)

Kenneth L. Taylor, 56, of Clearfield died Thursday, Aug. 6, 2015 at his home with his family by his side.  He was born Sept. 5, 1958 in Clearfield, a son of Lewis Taylor and the late Rose Marlene (Passmore) Taylor.

He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Clearfield. Mr. Taylor was a loving husband, proud father and all-around family man and he was loved by many.

He was a welder by trade, owning his own business for 20 years. He was employed by NRG Energy as a mobile maintenance welder.

He had a passion for cars, especially restoring classic mustangs. He was truly caring toward his pets and all animals.

Mr. Taylor would go out of his way to help anyone in need. He will be deeply missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his wife, Charity S. (Kephart) Taylor, to whom he was wed Nov. 9, 1985 at Trinity United Methodist Church, Clearfield.

He is also survived by two children, AshLee M. Taylor and Senior Airman Nathaniel R. Taylor USAF; a brother, Rodney L. Taylor and his wife, Amanda; and his nieces and nephews, Bill, Matt, Lauren, Brian, Stephanie, Christine, William, Jamie, Joshua, Brent, Shelby and Andrew.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Kay Taylor and Debbie Roseberry and a brother-in-law, Ralph Roseberry.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15 at the Trinity United Methodist Church, Clearfield, with the Rev Robert Stump officiating. Burial will follow in the Hillcrest Cemetery, Clearfield.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14 at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, 275 21^st St., Clearfield, or to Trinity United Methodist Church, 121 S. Second St., Clearfield.

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

Catherine Virginia Holes, 75, of LaJose (Thompsontown) died Thursday, Aug. 6, 2015 at UPMC Altoona. She was born April 24, 1940 in Blandburg, the daughter of H. Walter Willey and Ida Turner.

She was a member of the McPherron Christian Missionary and Alliance Church. She was also a member of the Ladies of the Christian Missionary and Alliance.  She was a homemaker.

Surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, Irvin and Sue Holes II of Irvona; a son, Robert Holes and his companion, Melanie Fleming of Coalport; a daughter and son-in-law, Kimberly and Herbert Oaks of Cherry Tree; and daughters, Terri Holes and Kristine Holes, both of LaJose.

Also surviving are a sister and her husband, Emma and Richard Bridges of Tyrone; a sister, Judy Reese of Wareham, Mass.; a brother-in-law, Rudolph Ballarotto of Irvona; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and her mother-in-law, Joyce Holes and her family, Edna Shambaugh, Beverly Keith, Ellen Palmer and Sherman Holes.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Irvin Holes Sr.; a son, Walter Lee Holes; her parents; and a sister, Patricia M. Ballarotto.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday and from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday at the Lloyd-Dimmick Funeral Home Inc., Irvona.

Services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home with the Rev. Scott Hartsock officiating. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery, LaJose.

William L. Mauthe, 86, of DuBois died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2015 at the DuBois Nursing Home.

Born May 9, 1929 in Clarion County, he was the son of the late Edward and Mabel (Johnson) Mauthe.

On Aug. 14, 1954, he married Shirley (Lewin) Mauthe.  She survives.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He served in the Korean War, where he was awarded the Purple Heart.

He was a certified public accountant for 60 years. He worked for himself and was a partner in the accounting firm of Mauthe, Yutzey and Gabler.

He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in DuBois.  He loved to fish, hunt and camp.  He also enjoyed golfing.

He is survived by two children, Kimberly D. Sedlacko and her husband, Jerry of North Huntingdon and William J. Mauthe and his companion, Tina of DuBois; a brother, Donald F. Mauthe and his wife, Amy of Corsica; and a granddaughter, Krysten Mauthe of DuBois.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Edward Mauthe and two sisters, Olive Pasquarette and Mae Hamilton.

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.

A service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with Pastor Lance Tucker officiating.

Full military honors will be accorded by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard from the funeral home.

Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to the DuBois Kiwanis Club Scholarship Fund, c/o Carl Divins, 93 12^th St., DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Kimberly M. Conrad, 56, of Dubois died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2015 at her home.

Born May 5, 1959 in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of the late Shirley J. Conway.

She was a homemaker; she was Mormon by faith. She was a Pennsylvania State University graduate.

She enjoyed crocheting and was an American Red Cross volunteer.  She loved Walt Disney World.

She is survived by her children, Karen D. Krumm and Angela Jerdan, both of Laureldale, and Susie Conrad and Steven Conrad Jr., both of DuBois; a sister, Sherry Kelege of DuBois; and nine grandchildren.

There will be no public visitation.

A service and a luncheon will be held at 12 p.m. Friday at the Fourth Ward Hose Company on South Brady Street in DuBois with Bishop Ray Hansen officiating.

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

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

Jacob M. Peters, 37, of Clearfield died Thursday, Aug. 6, 2015 at his home. Born Jan. 30, 1978 in Reading, he was the son of the late James B. Sr. and Linda M. (Bowman) Peters of Mineral Springs.

Mr. Peters was of the Christian faith.  He was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles in Clearfield. He was a farmhand and a 1998 graduate of the Philipsburg-Osceola High School.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Donald L. and Ruth I. Bowman; paternal grandparents, Edward S. and Verna L. Peters; and a nephew, Ryan John Ogden.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Peters is survived by his companion, Gina DeSantis; a sister, Lisa A. Ogden of Clearfield and two brothers, James B. Peters Jr. of Emlenton and Donald E. Peters of Mineral Springs; and a brother-in-law, Daniel L. Ogden of Clearfield.

He is survived by two nieces, Jacquelynn Peters and Taylor Peters; five nephews, Tanner Ogden, Travis Ogden, Shane Peters, Tyler Peters and Zachary Peters; and three great-nieces and nephews. He is also survived by extended family members, Davey and Amy Blowers, Vicki Barger and Ray Nestleroad.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Calvary Church of God in Mineral Springs, with the Rev. Stan Wisor and the Rev. Sam Maines officiating.

Friends will be received from 10 a.m. Friday until the time of the service at the church.

Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Osceola Mills is in charge of arrangements.

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

Obituary Notice: Helen (Stanton) Murphy (Provided photo)

Helen (Stanton) Murphy, formerly of Curwensville and Clearfield, died following a lengthy illness on Friday, Aug. 7, 2015 at Christ the King Manor in DuBois.

Mrs. Murphy was born in Pottsville, the daughter Jack Stanton and Florence (Murphy) Stanton.

She graduated in 1940 from Cass Township High School in Pottsville. In 1944, she earned her registered nurse’s degree from the Philadelphia General Hospital School of Nursing.

She was a veteran of World War II, enlisting in the U.S. Army following her graduation from nursing school and attaining the rank of lieutenant.

She was stationed at Camp Pickett, Va., where she met her husband, Dr. James H. Murphy. The couple married on June 14, 1945 at Camp Pickett, Va. At the end of the war, they moved first to Philadelphia and then to Dr. Murphy’s hometown of Curwensville.

Mrs. Murphy enjoyed being a wife and mother; she also liked to play golf and to travel. She spent many summers at Chautauqua Lake, a place she loved.

She was a former member of St. Timothy’s Catholic Church, Curwensville and the Clearfield Curwensville Country Club.

She is survived by two daughters, Florence L’Estrange and her husband, John of San Diego, Calif., and Patricia Murphy and her husband, Blair Reese of Curwensville; two sons, James D. and his wife, Bernadette of Westmont, Ill., and Jamison L., a grandson whom Dr. and Mrs. Murphy adopted, and his wife, Maryeileen of Fort Mill, SC.

She is also survived by two grandchildren, Ellen L’Estrange Edwards of San Diego, Calif., and David L’Estrange and his wife, Aew of Dhahran, Saudi Arabia and five great-grandchildren, Ashley Gabrielson and Austin and Allison Edwards, all of San Diego, Calif., Alex Murphy of Fort Mill, SC and Dominic L’Estrange of Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the St. Timothy Catholic Church, Curwensville, with Fr. Mark Mastrian as celebrant. Burial will be in the Crown Crest Memorial Park, Hyde.

Military honors will be accorded at the cemetery by the Clearfield VFW and American Legion Posts Honor Guard.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesday and from 9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. Thursday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Curwensville.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Christ the King Manor, P.O. Box 448, DuBois, PA 15801 or to the Penn Highlands-DuBois Hospice, P.O. Box 447, DuBois, PA 15801.

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

Donald F. Siebenrock, 62, of Clearfield died Thursday, Aug. 6, 2015 at his home. Born Oct. 20, 1952, he was the son of the late Howard and Emily (Duckett) Siebenrock.

Mr. Siebenrock was of the Christian faith.  He was a member of the Lawrence Township Fire Company, Station No. 5, in Clearfield and of the Old Town Sportsmen’s Club in Clearfield.  Mr. Siebenrock was a 1970 graduate of the Clearfield High School.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant sister, Patrica Siebenrock.

Mr. Siebenrock is survived by a sister, Sara Askey and her husband, Paul of Clearfield; a brother, Howard Siebenrock and his wife, Connie of Westminster, Colo.; and four nieces, Emily Francisco and her husband, Dave and their daughter, Cassidy, Veronica Peterson, Ginny Schoenfieldt and Sandra Ebert.

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

Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Osceola Mills is in charge of arrangements.

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

Shirley Mae Warrender, 95, of Carlisle died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2015 at Carlisle Regional Medical Center in Carlisle. Born Dec. 10, 1919 in Osceola Mills, she was the daughter of the late Frederick Isaiah and Mary A. (Keller) Warrender.

She was retired from TRW Inc. Valve Division in Cleveland, Ohio. She was a graduate of the former Osceola Mills High School. Ms. Warrender was of the Christian and Missionary Alliance faith.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by five brothers. Ms. Warrender is survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Umbria Cemetery Chapel in Osceola Mills with the Rev. William G. Murphy officiating.  Burial will be at the Umbria Cemetery.

Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Osceola Mills, is in charge of arrangements.

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

Edward C. Hirchak, 92, of Ramey died Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2015 at Epworth Manor, Tyrone. Born Sept. 13, 1923, he was the son of the late Adam and Mary (Grace) Hirchak.

Mr. Hirchak was a 1946 graduate of the Bigler Township High School.  He was a World War II Army veteran. He served in Company L 19^th Infantry 24^th Division in the Philippine Islands.

He was a member of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Ramey, as well as of the American Legion Freeberg Post 591, the Janesville VFW Post 6321 and the Disabled American Veterans, Altoona.

Mr. Hirchak worked as a postal clerk at the Ramey Post Office.

He married Dolores (Kost) Hirchak on Oct. 27, 1951 in the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Ramey.

He is survived by his wife, Dolores; a brother, Thomas (Pearl) Hirchak of Louisiana; a sister-in-law, Eleanor Hirchak of Altoona; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Mildred Olechnowicz; four brothers, Emery, Bernard, Albert and Leonard Hirchak; and two infant sisters.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Friday and from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Kruise-Spewock Funeral & Cremation Services Inc., Ramey.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Ramey, with Fr. Zab Amar as celebrant.  Entombment will follow Calvary Cemetery, Altoona.

Condolences may be made at www.kruise-spewock.com.

Richard Dotts, 66, of Curwensville died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2015 at the Penn Highlands Clearfield Hospital. Born June 15, 1949 in Clearfield, he was the son of Lemoyne and Thelma (Round) Dotts.

Mr. Dotts was retired from the Penn Highlands Clearfield Hospital after working in the custodial/maintenance departments.

He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He was also a member of the Curwensville First Baptist Church.

Surviving are two sisters, Gloria Barrett and her husband, John of Flinton and Patricia Whitaker of Clearfield.  Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and five brothers Milford, Samuel, Dennis, Timothy and David Dotts.

Graveside Committal Services for Mr. Dotts will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Chapel at Bloomington Cemetery with the Rev. Daniel Osterhout officiating.  Burial will follow in the cemetery.

At the request of Mr. Dotts, there will be no public visitation.

The family suggests contributions be made to the Curwensville First Baptist Church, Susquehanna Avenue Extension, 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.

Martha Molleca, 101, of Philipsburg died Monday, Aug. 10, 2015 at her residence. Born March 7, 1914 in Hawk Run, she was the daughter of the late John and Laura Mae (Wood) Moriarty.

She married the late James Anthony Molleca on Nov. 22, 1930 in Philipsburg. He preceded her in death on March 19, 2003.

Mrs. Molleca was a member of the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Philipsburg, where she was a member of her church’s Rosary Society.  She was a member of the VFW Post No. 3450 Auxiliary in Philipsburg.

She was employed for 30 years as a seamstress for Charles Navasky & Co. in Philipsburg. She was then employed for five years as a cafeteria worker for the Philipsburg-Osceola Area School District until her retirement.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two daughters, Dolores Werries and Marlene Molleca; one granddaughter, Deborah Jo Werries; two sisters, Helen Seas and Bertha Hunter; and seven brothers, Matthew, Thomas, Dennis, Frank, John, Calvin and Howard Moriarty.

Mrs. Molleca is survived by a daughter, Joselyn Czap and her husband, Michael of Philipsburg; five grandchildren, Paul Werries and his wife, Tammy and Nikkolet Taubenberger and her husband, Steve, all of Virginia, Darrell Werries of Utah, Michael A. Czap and his wife, Jody of Philipsburg and Jay A. Czap and his wife, Julie of Abbottstown; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great grandson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, at the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Philipsburg, with the Rev. John Gibbons as celebrant.  Burial will be at the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Cemetery in Philipsburg.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, 719 E. Spruce St., Philipsburg.

On Wednesday a Vigil Service will be conducted by Fr. Gibbons at the funeral home at 6:15 p.m. It will be followed by the recitation of the Rosary at 6:30 p.m. by the Sts. Peter & Paul Rosary Society.

Memorial contributions may be made to Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 400 S. Fourth St., Philipsburg, PA 16866.

Friends may sign the guestbook at beezerheathfh.com.

Obituary Notice: Dylan Russell Ludwig (Provided photo)

On Sunday, Aug. 9, 2015, Dylan Russell Ludwig of Houtzdale departed after 21 years of an exceptional life.

On Jan. 23, 1994, Lisa Lutz Ludwig and Daniel Ludwig Jr. were granted the most incredible gift in the form of their first born child. Beloved by all, he remained a special gift for every day he lived on this earth.

He honored and cherished his family above all else. He greatly enjoyed spending time with his loving friends; hunting, fishing and riding his Maverick. A talented athlete, he was a force to be reckoned with on the football field and on the wrestling mat, placing in the top 12 in the PIAA State Championship in 2012.

Upon his graduation from Moshannon Valley High School, he was employed by StingRay Pressure Pumping in St. Clairsville, Ohio as an equipment operator. When his illness affected his ability to work he pursued his education. This past May, he earned his Associate’s Degree in criminal justice from Lock Haven University.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, best friend and teammate Jacob Ludwig; his brother and little buddy, Cole Tekely; his paternal siblings, Ryan and Mya Ludwig and Nick Purvis; his step-father, Tim Tekely and his children, Devin, Lila and Josie Tekely; and his step-mother, Morgan Ludwig.

He is also survived by his grandparents, Carl Lutz of Houtzdale and Dan and Kay Ludwig of Philipsburg.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Anna Lutz and paternal grandmother, Sharon Ludwig.

He was loved by his devoted aunts, uncles and cousins and shared countless precious moments with his first and truest love, Sara Rae Holden.

We hope his memory will live within the hearts of all who loved him. May he be remembered by his qualities of courage, strength and perseverance that were the foundation on which he built his life. He was a common man, with an uncommon desire to succeed and go above and beyond in everything he did.

While his passing is a great loss for us here on earth, it is an even greater gain to the Kingdom of Heaven.

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

Burial will follow in the St Lawrence Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. on both Wednesday and Thursday at the Birger A. Freeberg Funeral Home Inc., Houtzdale.

A Vigil Prayer service will be led by Father Solomon at 3 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Donations can be made to the Dylan Ludwig Sports Scholarship, which will soon be established.

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