Obituary Notice: Marilyn F. Peters (Provided photo)

Marilyn F. Peters, 78, of DuBois died Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at her home. Born Oct. 6, 1938 in Detroit, Mich., she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Kutskel) Peters.

She worked as an administrative assistant in research and development with Bendix Corp. in Southfield, Mich., for 25 years.

She was a member of the St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church and the Knights of Lithuania.

She was preceded in death by her brother, John Robert Peters.

Friends will be received from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Tuesday at the St. Fabian Catholic Church, Farmington Hills, Mich.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the St. Fabian Catholic Church, Farmington, Hills, Mich.

Burial will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Southfield, Mich.

Memorials may be sent to St. Mary Catholic Central High School, 108 W. Elm Ave., Monroe, MI 48162.

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

Arrangements are under the direction of the Baronick Funeral Home and Crematorium Inc.

Sandra L. Beck, 71 of DuBois died Thursday, May 11, 2017 at her home. Born Dec. 17, 1945 in Brockway, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary (Foradori) Shaginaw.

She had worked at the Brockway Glass Co. She was an avid knitter and enjoyed fishing.

She is survived by a son, Jason L. Beck of Royal Oak, Mich., and a brother, Dennis Shaginaw of Brockway. She made her home with Dencil Peters.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Shaginaw.

Friends will be received from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc.

A funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc. with Msgr. Charles Kaza officiating. Burial will follow in St. Tobias Cemetery.

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

Online condolences can be made to www.baronickfuneralhome.com.

Obituary Notice: Cornelia Jane Stella (Provided photo)

Cornelia Jane Stella, 91, formerly of Clearfield, passed on to God’s loving care on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at the Silver Lake Nursing Center in Bristol with family by her side.

Mrs. Stella was born in Bloomington on May 14, 1925, the daughter of Hans and Lillian (Osman) Hanson.

Before marriage, she worked at the Airplane Marine factory making parachutes for the World War II effort.

She worked in later years at Natoli’s Restaurant in Clearfield and at the Acme Markets in Morrisville.  She later moved to the Philadelphia area to be near her children.

She was a member of the St. Francis Roman Catholic Church of Clearfield.

She leaves to mourn her loss two daughters and two sons, all of whom she loved and visited often, Patricia Lyons (John) of Burlington, NJ, Mary Lou Graves (Robert) of Morrisville, Joseph Stella of Levittown and William Stella (Dr. Marta Jimenez) of Elverson.

She also leaves behind five grandchildren, all of whom she was very proud of, Wendy Maldonado D’Amico (Michael) of East Greenwich, RI, Nancy Maldonado Markert (Keith) of St. John, Ind., and Ashley Graves, Amanda Graves (her fiancé, Casey Smith) and Brian Graves, all of Morrisville, and two great-grandchildren, both of whom she adored, Angela Patricia of East Greenwich, RI and Emma Rose of Morrisville.

She also leaves behind her most cherished sister, Annabelle Evans of Clearfield; several beloved nieces and nephews; a daughter-in-law, Shirley Stella; and extended family in Italy. She will be sorely missed by her special friend, William Daniel Miller.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, James Stella, to whom she was married March 7, 1948 and who died Feb. 8, 1993; her beloved son, Edward Vaughn Stella in 2003; and an infant sister, Marion Louise Hanson.

Mrs. Stella dedicated herself to raising her family and being a homemaker. She enjoyed sewing, decorating her home and traveling.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the St. Francis Roman Catholic Church of Clearfield with Father Brandon Kleckner as celebrant. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Monday and from 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc. of Clearfield.

The family wishes to thank Compassionate Care Hospice for its kindness and care.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Harold “Colin” Collins (Provided photo)

Harold “Colin” Collins, 74, of Clearfield died Saturday, May 13, 2017 at UPMC Altoona. He was born April 17, 1943, a son of the late Lester P. and Marie A. (Carr) Collins.

Mr. Collins retired in 2005 after 28 years of service as a police officer for Lawrence Township.  He was previously employed at Clearfield Cheese for 15 years.

He was a member of the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield.

He was also a member of the F. Michael Sicks VFW Post No. 1785 of Clearfield and the Clearfield American Legion John Lewis Shade Post No. 6. 

Mr. Collins also served with the U.S. Army Reserves. He enjoyed hunting and working outdoors.

He is survived by his wife, Gloria “Jean” (Norris) Collins; two children, Casey Collins of Clearfield and Kelly Wallace and her husband, Travis of Osceola Mills; three granddaughters, Sierra Collins, Haylee Wallace and Adan Wallace; and a great-granddaughter, Kyrra Lea Schlindwein.

He is also survived by four brothers, Dan Collins and his wife, Rose, Gary Collins and his wife, Jean, Leo Collins and his wife, Nancy and Terry Collins and his wife, Terry, all of Clearfield, and two sisters, Sandra Langford-Wise of Clearfield and Julie Beish and her husband, Bill of Clearfield.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Dave and his wife, Joan Collins.

A Christian Service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield, with Msgr. Henry Krebs officiating. Burial will follow in the Crown Crest Memorial Park, Hyde.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesday and from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Society for the Protection of Cruelty to Animals, 275 21st St., Clearfield.

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

Martin R. Green, 67, of Clearfield died Saturday, May 13, 2017 at UPMC Altoona.

He was born March 5, 1950 in Clearfield, the son of the late David and Dorothy (Graham) Green. On Nov. 3, 2007, he married Kate (Spencer) Green.

Mr. Green served in the U.S. Marine Corps. During his time in the military, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnamese Campaign Medal, Vietnamese Service Metal and Combat Action Ribbon.

He had worked for Community Action. He enjoyed spending time with his wife, family and friends. 

He is survived by his loving wife of 10 years, Kate Green of Clearfield; a daughter, Ruth Snyder of Florida; a son, Adam Green of Clearfield; and a step-son, Joshua Phillips of Lancaster.

He is survived by seven sisters, Pat Rebo of Philipsburg, Helen Aughenbaugh of Apollo, Mary “Meggie” Demi and Bonnie (Jack) Snyder, both of Clearfield, Crystal Warring of Pennsburg, Sondra Liddick of Hastings and Tuesday Passmore and her significant other, Boyd Winters of West Decatur; a brother, James (Bonnie) Green of Arizona; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Dennis Graham.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

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

Memorial contributions can be made to the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc., 312 E. Locust St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

Online tributes can be made at www.bennettandhouser.com or www.mem.com.

Brian L. Hopkins, 53, of DuBois died Saturday, May 13, 2017 at Penn Highlands DuBois.

Born Sept. 27, 1963 in Clinton, Iowa, he was the son of Keith and Mary Jane (Peterson) Hopkins.

Mr. Hopkins made is home with Teri Genco.  She survives.

He worked as the head chef at Luigi’s Ristorante in DuBois for more than 20 years.  He enjoyed going to work and being with his Luigi’s family.  He loved to golf and was an avid Green Bay Packers fan.

He is survived by two sons, Brian R. Hopkins of DuBois and Broady M. Hopkins of Fort Carson, Colo.; three siblings, Sandy Hopkins and Paul Hopkins, both of Clinton, Iowa, and Peggy Hopkins of Omaha, Neb.; and one grandson, Hunter Hopkins.

There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Luigi’s Villa, located at 800 W. Weber Ave., in DuBois.

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

The Baronick Funeral Home and Crematorium Inc. is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

Elizabeth H. “Bettie” Husted, 84, of Philipsburg died Sunday, May 14, 2017, at her residence.

She was born May 11, 1933 in Philipsburg, a daughter of the late Matthew and Sara (Wood) Horne.

She was a member of First Baptist Church, Philipsburg. She was a 1951 graduate of the former Philipsburg High School.

Her working career began with her family’s business, the former Horne’s Paper and Paint Store of Philipsburg.

She was then employed with the former General Cigar plant in (North) Philipsburg. She was most recently employed and retired from the maintenance department at Penn State.

She was married Sept. 30, 1956 in Philipsburg to Thomas R. Husted, and he survives at home.

She is also survived by one son, James T. Husted and his wife, Loretta and one grandson, Charles T. Husted, all of Baker, La.; one niece, Anne; and two nephews, Ed and his wife, Ruth and Matt and his wife, Pat, all of whom were very special to her.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Jane Fenton and Louise “Wez” McClement.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, 719 E. Spruce St., Philipsburg, with the Rev. Ted G. Seibert officiating.

Friends will be received from 11 a.m. until the time of services Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Philipsburg Cemetery, Philipsburg.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice in lieu of flowers.

Family and friends may sign the online guestbook and share memories at www.beezerheathfh.com.

Joseph Lesko, 85, a guest of Windy Hill Village of Presbyterian Homes, Philipsburg, and formerly of Hawk Run, went to be with the Lord on May 7, 2017 at the home.

Born Sept. 10, 1931 in Hawk Run, he was the son of the late Michael and Mary Tondra Lesko.

Surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.

He was the last of his generation. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Bertha Yontosh, Mary Scott, Ann Sefcik and Margaret Fetcenko and his brothers, Michael and John Lesko.

He had retired from the former General Cigar, Philipsburg, after 39 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean War.

He received the National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, ROK Presidential United Citation and the Good Conduct Medal.

Funeral services will be private and at the discretion of the family with Deacon Dennis Socash officiating.

Military honors will be accorded at the graveside by the Moshannon Valley Independent Honor Guard.

Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, is in charge of the arrangements.

Obituary Notice: Lester J. “Peck” Shaffer (Provided photo)

Lester J. “Peck” Shaffer, 88, of Clearfield died Saturday, May 13, 2017 at his residence after a lengthy illness.

Born Aug. 15, 1928 in Dalmatia, Pa., he was the son of John and Ruth (Kerstetter) Shaffer. 

Mr. Shaffer was a heavy equipment operator for 47 years and had last worked for the North Cambria Coal Co. and the Bentley Coal Co.  He was also a member of the United Mine Workers.

He was a devoted husband and a loving father.  He enjoyed being a handyman around the house, working on cars and going to auctions.

He also loved spending time with his family, especially when there were babies around. He had a true gift when it came to calming down crying babies.

On Aug. 15, 1949 in Maryland, he wed the former Julia Rose Seaburn, who preceded him in death Nov. 12, 2016. 

He was also preceded in death by his parents; a son, David Shaffer; his step-mother, Veronica; brothers, William, Robert, Gene, Kenneth and Carl; a great-granddaughter, Hayley Rumsky; and a great-grandson, Andrew Archer.

Surviving are three children, Stanley L. Shaffer and his wife, Connie of Alabama, Marcella J. Cramer and her husband, Logan of Clearfield and Richard A. Shaffer and his wife, Amy of Apollo.

Also surviving are 10 grandchildren, Lester “Buddy” Shaffer, Jessica Ward, Brandi Ward, Andrew Shaffer, Leah Collins, Michelle Wilson, Jennifer Campolong, Lori Murphy, Mia Shaffer and Dutch Shaffer, 17 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, a brother, Joseph Shaffer and a sister, Norma Shaffer.

There will be no public visitation. A memorial service will be held at a later date with the Rev. Stephen Shields officiating. Burial will be in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Curwensville.

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

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

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

Obituary Notice: Leda J. Wisor (Provided photo)

Leda J. Wisor, 77, of Bigler, was carried home on angels’ wings Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at her daughter’s home in York.

She was born Aug. 13, 1939 in Woodland, the daughter of the late Frederick and Dolores (Woolover) Swanson.

On May 27, 1967 she married Abe B. Wisor, who died June 7, 1987.

Retired, she’d worked as an x-ray technician and licensed practical nurse at Clearfield Hospital and Geisinger Medical Group in Philipsburg.

She was a member of the Bigler United Methodist Church. She served on the Bigler Cemetery Association for many years.

She is survived by her two daughters, Betsy Miller and her husband, Craig of Fayetteville, Pa., and Barbra Kefalas of York, and a step-son, William Thomas Mackey-Wisor and his wife, Mary Anne of Chatham, Va.

She is survived by nine grandchildren, Bailynne, Kelsie and Maya Miller, Nicole Wisor, Abbie and Mitchel Kefalas, Joshua Wisor, Sarah Reece and Amanda Nafziger and seven great-grandchildren, Landon, Addisyn, Mckenna, Jackson, Bailey, Sophie and C.J.

She is also survived by her three siblings, Ronald Swanson, Sharon Swanson and James Swanson.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and brothers, Leonard Swanson, Claude Swanson and Fred Swanson.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Lake Street United Methodist Church, Woodland, with Pastor Sean Patrick Smith officiating. A private burial will be held at a later date. 

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.

Memorial contributions can be made to The Lymphoma Society. 

Online tributes can be made at www.bennettandhouser.com or www.mem.com.

Russell E. Wilson, 87, of DuBois died Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at the DuBois Nursing Home.

Born April 15, 1930, he was the son of the late Welton C. and Anna (Schoch) Wilson.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army who had served in the Korean War.

On Aug. 7, 1950, he married Ruth (Rounsley) Wilson.  She preceded him in death in February of 2009.

He, along with his sons, owned and operated Weber Hardware Store in Sykesville for the past 53 years.

He was a life member of the Sykesville Volunteer Fire Department and the Sykesville American Legion.  He was also a member of the Garfield Lodge No. 559 Free and Accepted Masons for more than 50 years.

He is survived by two sons, Russell “Dave” Wilson and his wife, Debra and John R. Wilson, both of DuBois, two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two brothers.

There will be no public visitation.

A private funeral service will be held from the Baronick Funeral Home and Crematorium Inc. with Pastor Kevin Brooks officiating. Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Dorothy A. (Hess) Dixon (Provided photo)

Dorothy A. (Hess) Dixon, 78, of Myrtle Beach, SC and formerly of Clearfield, died Friday, May 12, 2017 at Grand Strand Hospital in Myrtle Beach, SC. 

Mrs. Dixon was born Feb. 27, 1939 in Berwind, W.Va., a daughter of the late of John and Susie (Hilton) Hess.

She had worked in the food industry for many years, including the Dutch Pantry. 

Mrs. Dixon traveled extensively with her husband throughout the United States in their RV. She was a member of the following travel trailer organizations, Coast to Coast and Thousand Adventures. She was also very active in crafts and enjoyed playing card games. 

She is survived by three children, Richard A. Dixon Jr. and his companion, Judy Parsons of Clearfield, Charlotte L. Casher and her husband, Todd of St. Croix, Virgin Islands and John F. Dixon of Myrtle Beach, SC; 11 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and her beloved dog, Scooter Baby. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Richard A. Dixon, to whom she was married April 2, 1965 and who died Nov. 28, 2009; daughter, Cheryl L. Martin; five brothers, George, Frankie, Johnny, Jerry and Jimmy Hess; and three sisters, Pearl Boardwine, Ruth Vaughn and Ruby Gilbert. 

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Bennett & Houser Funeral Home Inc. with the Rev. M. Bruce Dimmick officiating. Burial will be in Bradford Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 12 p.m. Saturday until hour of services. 

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Clearfield VFW Post 1785, 309 N. Third St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

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

Patricia B. Neal of Falls Creek died at Christ the King Manor in DuBois surrounded by her family May 17, 2017.  She was 80 years old.

She was born Nov. 25, 1936 in Reynoldsville to the late Ira and Jane (Deemer) Bailey.

She was a 1954 graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School. 

On March 16, 1956 in Winchester, Va., she married James E. Neal. They welcomed four wonderful children into the world.

Mr. and Mrs. Neal loved to spend time together with their continuously growing family, traveling, especially to the beach, cooking, reading and socializing with their large group of friends.

She was a dedicated employee of Vision Cable in DuBois until she retired in 1995. She was a member of the Falls Creek Eagles and the Reynoldsville American Legion.

She will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, Nana, sister and friend.  She spent all her time building life-long memories with her family and friends. Her infectious laugh and spirit will live on with all those who knew her.

She is survived by her children, Terri Kellar and her husband, Bill of Punxsutawney, Steve Neal and his wife, Mary of Penfield, Joni Genevro and her husband, Geno of Brockway and Richard Neal and his wife, Pamela of Brockway; 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Beverly Lucas of Sigel, Kay Roseman of Pittsburgh and Lorna Laska of Erie; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James E. Neal; brothers, Richard L. Bailey and Paul Bailey; and sister, Sandy Bailey.

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

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Baronick Funeral Home and Crematorium Inc. with Joseph L. Buterbaugh officiating. Burial will be in Beechwoods Cemetery.

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

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

LaRue R. Kessler, 88, of Altoona and formerly of Sandy Ridge, died Friday, April 28, 2017, at Maybrook Hills Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, Altoona.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, Sandy Ridge, with Pastor Jennifer Heikes officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 3, Sandy Ridge, Pa 16677.

The Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, 719 E. Spruce St., Philipsburg, is in charge of the arrangements. 

Family and friends may sign the online guestbook and share memories at www.beezerheathfh.com.

Obituary Notice: Marcia A. Demchak (Provided photo)

Marcia A. Demchak, 57, of Philipsburg died Thursday, May 18, 2017 at the Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Clearfield.

Born May 20, 1959 in Philipsburg, she was the daughter of Barbara H. (Mital) Bookamire of Osceola Mills and the late Kenneth D. Bookamire. 

She married Daniel Demchak on July 2, 1983 in Osceola Mills. He survives at home.

She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osceola Mills.

She was a homemaker and a 1977 graduate of the Philipsburg-Osceola High School.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Ryan Matthew Demchak.

Along with her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Danielle Sankey and her husband, Joshua of Osceola Mills; one son, Chris M. Demchak and his wife, Danielle of Osceola Mills; three brothers, Richard Bookamire of Philipsburg, Kevin Bookamire and his wife, Lisa of Coburn, Pa., and Douglas Bookamire of Camp Hill, Pa.; and five grandchildren, Rachel, Caleb, Lillian and Megan Demchak and Brody Sankey.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osceola Mills, with the Rev. Father Joseph Staszewski celebrant.  Burial will be at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery in Osceola Mills.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Monday at the Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Osceola Mills.

The Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

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

Obituary Notice: Ruth Ann Little (Provided photo)

Ruth Ann Little, 70, of Morrisdale died Thursday, May 18, 2017 at her home.

She was born Feb. 18, 1947 in Philipsburg, a daughter of the late Ira J. and Marguerite (Williams) Shope.

She was a homemaker who took great love in raising her children. She also enjoyed her grandchildren and cherished her great-granddaughter. 

Before her family had grown with future generations, she had enjoyed playing bingo and had worked for home healthcare organizations.

She is survived by her husband of over 51 years, Earl Little; five children, Genia Tkacik of Clearfield, Rona Sue Magruder and her husband, Ron of Somerset County, Douglas Little and his wife, Rachel of Reynoldsville, Jason Little and his wife, Deb of State College and Junell Little and her fiancé, Hoss Hubler of Morrisdale; 15 grandchildren, all of whom she cared for faithfully; one great-granddaughter she dearly loved; a brother, Halford Shope and his wife, Katie of Forest; and nieces and nephews, including a close niece, little Clara.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Earl Dennis Little in 1977; a sister, Sandra Humenay; and a brother, Ira ‘Jake’ Shope.

Friends will be received from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Saturday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield.

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

Elizabeth L. Johnson, 85, of Indianapolis, Ind., and formerly of Phoenix, Ariz., and Philipsburg, died Tuesday, May 16, 2017, at Rosegate Village in Indianapolis.

Born Oct. 3, 1931 in Philipsburg, she was a daughter of the late William T. and Lucille (Eisenhower) Marchello.

She was a graduate of the former Philipsburg High School. She then graduated from the former Philipsburg State General Hospital School of Nursing in 1952.

She was employed as a registered nurse throughout her working career at a number of hospitals. Most recently, she was employed and retired from Phoenix Baptist Hospital, Phoenix, Ariz.

She was a member of St. Louis the King Catholic Church, Glendale, Ariz.

She was married on June 10, 1958 in Philipsburg to Henry S. Johnson. He survives at Rosegate Village, Indianapolis.

She is also survived by one daughter, Diana L. Wysocki and her husband, Stephen F., of Indianapolis; three grandchildren, Matthew, Bethany and Emily Wysocki; one brother, Jerome Marchello of Mayer, Ariz.; and a number of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, William Marchello.

A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, Osceola Mills, with Deacon Dennis Socash officiating.

The funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg.  

Family and friends may sign the online guestbook and share memories at www.beezerheathfh.com.

Obituary Notice: Doris A. Crain (Provided photo)

Doris A. Crain, 78, of Gearhartville died Saturday, May 20, 2017 at Windy Hill Village.

Born May 4, 1939 in Philipsburg, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Mary (Burton) Long.

She was a 1957 graduate of Philipsburg High School. She attended G-Free Methodist Church. She had worked at the former McCrory’s 5&10 and also at Long Motor Bus Company.

She enjoyed crocheting and babysitting all six of her grandchildren while they were growing up.

On June 3, 1962 in Gearhartville, she married Richard G. Crain, who survives at home.

She is survived by her three children, Richard D. Crain and his wife, Gail, Susan K. Billotte and her husband, Rodney and Stephen M. Crain and his wife, Trina, all of Gearhartville; two sisters, Florence Hamer of Brisbin and Genevieve Kennedy of Osceola Mills; a brother, Duane Long and his wife, Jane of Gearhartville.

She is also survived by six grandchildren, Trevor Billotte, Justin Teats, Richard D. Crain Jr., Kelli Madden, Stephen M. Crain Jr., and Aaron D. Crain and seven great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Edward T. Long.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, Philipsburg, with Pastor Merry Kendall officiating. Burial will be in the Philipsburg Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday and from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Windy Hill Village, Memorial Fund, 100 Dogwood Dr., P.O. Box 551, Philipsburg, PA 16866.

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

Elizabeth P. Quashnock, 92, of DuBois and formerly of R.D. Punxsutawney, died Sunday, May 21, 2017 at Christ the King Manor.

Born Sept. 27, 1924 in Anita, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Horwantz) LaBance.

She was married to John A. Quashnock Jr.  He preceded her in death in 1990.

She was a homemaker. She, along with her husband, also ran John’s Maytag in Sykesville for many years.

She was a member of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Roman Catholic Church where she was active in the Rosary Society.  She was a volunteer at the Sykesville Senior Center and the Sykesville Library. 

She enjoyed crocheting and loved to read.  She also enjoyed cooking and baking for her family.  Her specialty was homemade pierogies, which she passed down to her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by one son, Michael A. Quashnock and his wife, Julie of Reynoldsville; a son-in-law, Paul Reiter of R.D. Punxsutawney; four grandchildren, Vanessa Reiter, Megan Reiter, Mary Beth Bolam and Jill Quashnock; and one great-grandchild, August Bolam. 

She was preceded in death by 11 brothers and sisters.  She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.  She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Patricia Reiter.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Thursday at the Baronick Funeral Home and Crematorium Inc. The rosary will be prayed at 4:30 p.m. Thursday.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Roman Catholic Church with Fr. Bill Barron as celebrant.

Burial will be in Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Roman Catholic Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Roman Catholic Church, 22 Shaffer St., Sykesville, PA 15865 and or the Sykesville Public Library at 21 E. Main St., Sykesville, PA 15865.

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

John Alan “Skip” Pifer, 84, of DuBois died Saturday, May 20, 2017 at Penn Highlands DuBois.

Born May 31, 1932, he was the son of the late John George Pifer and Lillian (Kremkau) Pifer.

He was a graduate of the Sandy High School in the class of 1950.

On July 8, 1950, he married Mary Jo Weaver.  He then married Cheryl Ann Meenan on Nov. 11, 1971.

He operated G.W. Pifer Sons Lumber Co., from 1958 through 1968 and Pifer’s General Contracting from 1968 until his retirement.

He attended Tri-County Church in DuBois.  He enjoyed bowling, playing pool, fishing and hiking in the woods.  He had two beloved pets, P-nut, his dog, and Cece, his cat.  He loved children and enjoyed spending time with his family.

He is survived by five children,  Barbara Quinn and her husband, Dan, Sue Tench and her husband, Ron and Wendy Pifer-Vasquez, all of DuBois, Bill Pifer and his wife, Barb of Allison Park and John Pifer and his wife, Joanne of Matthews, NC.

He is also survived by a brother, Charles Pifer and his wife, Judy of Carmel, Calif.; eight grandchildren, Tony Vuocolo and his wife, Lauren, Kristine Vuocolo, Tricia Muth and her husband, Chris, Rob Coccimiglio and his fiancée, Daniele Schatz, Jenelle Pifer, Kelly Pifer, Marissa Pifer and Mario Vasquez; and two great grandchildren, Abby Vuocolo and Miles Muth.

He was preceded in death by his brother, William Pifer and a granddaughter, Cara Lynn Coccimiglio.

There will be no public visitation. A memorial service date will be determined at the convenience of the family at a time in June.

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

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

The Baronick Funeral Home and Crematorium Inc., is in charge of the funeral arrangements.