Obituary Notice: Doris Ryver (Provided photo)

Doris Ryver, 84, of North Philipsburg died Friday, May 13, 2016 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh.

Born March 6, 1932 at Viola, she was a daughter of Michael and Anna (Bungo) Zazworsky.

She was a graduate of the former Madera High School. She had worked at Westinghouse, General Cigar Factory and the Philipsburg-Osceola School District from which she retired.

She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Philipsburg, the Circle of Faith and the former Philipsburg Area Hospital Auxiliary.

She also helped her husband, Paul, with collecting eye glasses for the Lions Club.  She enjoyed floral arranging, gardening in her flower beds and shopping.

Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren.

On July 18, 1953 in Smithmill, she married Paul L. Ryver, who died Dec. 14, 1990.

She is survived by a daughter, Sharon L. Campomizzi and her husband, Tony of North Philipsburg; a son, Rick L. Ryver of North Philipsburg; five grandchildren, Paul Campomizzi, Craig Campomizzi, Erin Campomizzi, Rebecca Ryver and Rachael Ryver; and a sister, Irene Morroni of Janesville.

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

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 121 S. Front St., Philipsburg, with the Rev. Brenda K. Leigey officiating. Burial will follow at the Philipsburg Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Monday at the David K. Dahlgren Funeral Home, 228 N. Centre St., Philipsburg.

Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 465, Philipsburg, PA 16866.

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

Judith J. Long, 75, of Falls Creek died Friday, May 13, 2016 at Penn Highlands DuBois.

Born Nov. 26, 1940 in Johnstown, she was the daughter of the late James and Janetta (Stewart) Lee.

On March 10, 1992, she married Charles James Long.  He survives.

Mrs. Long retired from Christ the King Manor as a home health aide after many years of service.

She was a member of the Smithtown Community Church, where she was very active in church affairs.

She loved to do yard work, plant flowers and bird watch.  Most of all, she loved her family and taking care of them.

She is survived by twin sons, John J. Boozer and his wife, Lauren and Frank K. Boozer and his wife, Denise; three daughters, Trudy A. Albright, Tammy L. Boozer and Judith A. Johnstin, all of Lancaster; four sisters; three brothers; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, William and James Lee.

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

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Smithtown Community Church with Pastor Harold Hills officiating.

Burial will follow in Lakelawn Memorial Park.

Memorials may be sent to the charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.gbfuneralhome.com.

Raymond George Harzinski, 91, of Curwensville died Sunday, May 15, 2016 at Ridgeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Curwensville.

Born Nov. 6, 1924, he was the son of George and Victoria (Vesloski) Harzinski.

Mr. Harzinski had been employed as a salesman for Sealtest Milk Co. He had also worked in the lumberyard and was a salesperson for Lezzer Lumber Co. where he retired from.

He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was a member of St. Timothy Roman Catholic Church in Curwensville, where he served as an usher for many years.

He was a member of the Curwensville VFW Post No. 842 and the Curwensville L.O.O.M. Family Center No. 268.

On Aug. 21, 1948 at St. Timothy Roman Catholic Church, he wed the former Margaret Ann Sutika, who survives.

Surviving are four children,  Karen Rogers and her husband, Harry “Zip” of Paoli, Pa., JoAnn Wills and her husband, Robert of Curwensville and Susan Sherick and her husband, Frank and Raymond Steven Harzinski and his wife, Jodi, both of Clearfield.

Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Bryon and Brett Wills, Ashley and Matthew Rogers, Laura Sherick and Broc and Joey Harzinski and three great-grandchildren, Brady and Lauren Wills and Emma Pollick.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Stanley, Chester, Carl, Frank, William and Joseph Harzinski; a sister, Sophie Olson and an infant sister, Bertha Harzinski.  He was the last member of his generation.

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

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Timothy Roman Catholic Church in Curwensville at the convenience of the family with the Rev. Father Mark J. Mastrian as celebrant.  Burial will be in the Crown Crest Memorial Park in Hyde.

The family suggests contributions be made to either St. Timothy Roman Catholic Church, 306 Walnut St., Curwensville, PA 16833 or the Clearfield County SPCA, 275 21^st St., Clearfield, PA 16830.

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: Janice R. Mathews (Provided photo)

Janice R. Mathews, 78, of Osceola Mills died Sunday, May 15, 2016 at the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.

Born Jan. 27, 1938 in Philipsburg, she was the daughter of the late Clair W. and Gertrude (Sankey) Boob.

She married Edward P. Mathews on Jan. 9, 1956 in Osceola Mills. He preceded her in death on Dec. 10, 2013.

Mrs. Mathews was a member of the Centre United Methodist Church in Osceola Mills.

She was retired from the former Corning Asahi Video Products and had worked for Fullington Bus and General Cigar.

She was a 1955 graduate of the former Osceola Mills High School.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Edward M. Mathews; a grandson, Justin Myers; a sister, Maxine Brown; and three brothers, Harold, Robert and Jack Boob.

She is survived by three daughters, Kim Fyock and her husband, Robert of Smoke Run and Tina Dixon and her husband, Kevin and Tracy Remp and her husband, Ed, all of Osceola Mills; a son, Bruce Mathews and his companion, Michelle Brennan of Osceola Mills; and a brother, James Boob and his wife, Rosemary of New Jersey

She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, Robert, Mike and Melonie Fyock, Brian Mathews, Tyler Dixon, Macy and MaKayla Jury, Hunter, Rebecca and Logan Remp and six great-grandchildren, Katelyn Gray, Cameron, Dylan, Nathanael and Emma Fyock and Ethan Garcia.

The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, at the Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Osceola Mills, with Pastor Jennifer C. Heikes officiating.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday and from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

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

Obituary Notice: James Richard Petrunyak Sr. (Provided photo)

James Richard Petrunyak Sr. loved a motor as much as he loved music. He was an electrician by trade, great accordion player and a wonderful singer and entertainer.

Careers and hobbies paled in comparison to the love he felt for his beloved wife, Donna; his children, Terri (Teddy Bear), James Jr. (Champ) and Jo Marie (Dodo); his son-in-law, Scott Lysko (Scotty); his grandchildren (the Muglets), Jordan (Mug-z), Alex (Little-bear) and Tyler Lysko (Poohbear); and his granddaughter, Erica Mullen.

He adored his nieces, nephews and great-nieces, and they adored him, too. Spending time and watching his “Muglets” grow gave his life new meaning.

He was generous and would do anything to help family, friends and neighbors. He’d change a transmission in his neighbor’s garage, help financially and happily lend his time and skills.

He enjoyed nature, fishing, chopping wood and working on his gardens and lawn. Years ago, he and Donna had twin riding lawn mowers to which he designed affixed cup holders long before today’s shopping cart trends.

He had many other garage inventions that he loved to create, and he chuckled every time they came in handy.

He spent hours researching what happened to his brother during the Korean War. As his Internet skills improved, albeit “classified,” he had the events (maps included) figured out and examined.

His acumen and athletic skills earned him a football scholarship to Pitt. He lost his dad at an early age and turned down the scholarship to support his Mom.

Providing for others, working hard and taking the time and care to do things right the first time were important to him. He worked two jobs to ensure his children had the opportunities to succeed.

He may have been the only father to attend little league in a tuxedo before heading to work, but he was always there and his cheers were often the loudest.

He remembered every person, experience and detail he read and loved to share his opinions and stories. His sense of humor never failed, and he chuckled every time he said “the only advantage to becoming old and decrepit is you get great parking.”

A great day was one spent telling stories on the front porch after dinner and dessert with a Courvoisier or an ice cold Yuengling.

On Friday, May 13, 2016, a wonderful man, husband, father, brother and Poppy departed this life. Many called him, “Big Jim.”

He was tall and strong with large, skilled and talented hands.

For him big really defined his laugh, voice, hugs that took your breath away, and most of all his heart. At his request, there are no services.

Contributions to his memory may be made to: The Korean War Veteran’s Memorial Foundation: http://www.koreanwarvetsmemorial.org/donations, or Ramey Fire Co., 161 Market St. Ramey, PA 16671.

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

Obituary Notice: Mary Beth Gorman (Provided photo)

Mary Beth Gorman, 44, of Clearfield died Sunday, May 15, 2016 at her home.

She was born March 16, 1972 in Brooklyn, NY, a daughter of Richard E. and Jane (Sawtelle) Gorman of Clearfield.

She was employed with Progressive Business Publications, Clearfield.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her sister, Amy Gorman of Clearfield; her nephew, Ian Hirsch of Clearfield; and aunts, uncles and cousins.

Friends will be received from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, 275 21st St., Clearfield, or to People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, 501 Front St., Norfolk VA, 23510.

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

Jeannette E. Kibbe, 82, of Clearfield died Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at Ridgeview Elder Care.

Ms. Kibbe was born June 19, 1933 in Curwensville, the daughter of George R. and Vera E. (Way) Jones.

She was the owner and operator of the former Jones Way Bookstore in the Clearfield Mall for nearly 10 years.

Prior to that, she had been employed at Melliker’s Department Store in Baltimore, Md. for more than 20 years.

Ms. Kibbe was Methodist by faith. She had served as a hospice volunteer.

She is survived by two sons, George R. Kibbe II and Mark H. Kibbe and his wife, Andrea, all of Hampstead, Md.; four grandchildren, George R. Kibbe III and Kiersten, Olivia and Sawyer Kibbe; a sister, Janet E. Goss and her husband, Randall D. of Clearfield; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by an infant sister, Sally Jones; two brothers, George and Harold Jones; and a sister, Vera J. Lingle.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Faith Connection at 4 p.m. Monday, with her nephew, Pastor Clint Goss officiating. Burial will be in Crown Crest Memorial Park.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association, 444 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222 or the American Cancer Society, 26 S. Second St., Suite 102, Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

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

Obituary Notice: Patricia M. Miles (Provided photo)

Patricia M. Miles, 85, of Curwensville died Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at Penn Highlands Clearfield Hospital.

Born June 28, 1930 in Altoona, she was the daughter of Raymond and Christina (Wilson) Clark.

Mrs. Miles was retired from the former Ames Department Store in Clearfield, where she was the women’s apparel manager.

She was affiliated with the Curwensville United Methodist Church.

On Aug. 12, 1950, she wed Cloyd E. Miles, who preceded her in death on Sept. 4, 2004.  She was also preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Jack Clark.

Surviving are a daughter, Lucinda “Cindy” Bailor of Curwensville; two grandchildren, Sandy Warren and her husband, Harold of Curwensville and Christopher Bailor and his wife, Jen of Clearfield; five great-grandchildren Joshua and Danielle Warren and Matt, Nick and Meg Bailor; and a sister-in-law, Polly Clark of California.

Funeral services for Mrs. Miles will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville with the Rev. John F. White officiating.

Friends will be received from 3 p.m. Sunday until the hour of services at the funeral home.

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: Betty L. Mays (Provided photo)

Betty Louise Mays, 86, of Glen Richey died Thursday, May 19, 2016 at Knickerbocker Villa in Clearfield.

Born Sept. 19, 1929 in Olanta, Lawrence Township, she was the daughter of Robert S. and Helen (Milliron) Rowles.

Mrs. Mays was a registered nurse and retired from the Clearfield Hospital. She had also worked for the Red Cross Bloodmobile and the Glen Richey QRS.

To her children, she was the “Best Mom.” She was a member of the Primitive Methodist Church in Glen Richey.

She was also a member of the Red Cross Bloodmobile, the Curwensville Women of the Moose, the Glen Richey Volunteer Fire Department and QRS and a former member of the Eastern Star.

On July 3, 1951 she wed Darrell Mays, who preceded her in death on Jan. 21, 1999.  She was also preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Craig Lee Mays; and a brother, Robert “Pete” Rowles.

Surviving are nine children, Jerry Mays and his wife, Debbie, Jenny Reinke and her husband, Alex, Roger Mays and his wife, Jenny, Leslie Mays and his wife, Lisa and William Mays and his wife, Joyce all of Olanta RD, Cindy Hale and her husband, Charles of New Millport, Penny Jo Blickley of Lake Wylie, SC, Michael Mays and his wife Cindy, of Middlesex, NC and David Mays and his wife, Lorie of Curwensville.

Also surviving are 23 grandchildren Jason, Wendy, Damon, Charlotte, Chuck, Christina, Michelle, Angie, Justin, Sara, Susan, Catherine, Joseph, Jacqueline, William II, Matthew, Melissa, Michael Jr., Katelyn, Tyler, Rickie, Devon and Reese.

In addition, there are 30 great-grandchildren, nine great-great-grandchildren, a sister, Gloria “Skip” Hoover and her husband, Donald of Curwensville and a sister-in-law, Ruth Ellen Bressler of Curwensville.

Funeral services for Mrs. Mays will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville with the Rev. Duane Stiner officiating.

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

The Women of the Moose Memorial Service will be conducted by members of the Curwensville Family Center No. 268 at 5:45 p.m. Monday.

The family suggests contributions be made to the Glen Richey Recreation Park, c/o Glen Richey VFC, Attn: Rod Lewis 86 Firehouse Rd., Glen Richey, PA  16837.

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: Mary L. Redden Campbell (Provided photo)

Mary Louise “MaryLou” Redden Campbell, 89, of Grampian died Thursday, May 19, 2016 at Ridgeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Curwensville.

Born May 15, 1927 in Mahaffey, she was the daughter of Jess and Erma (Tooke) McCracken.

Mrs. Campbell was a homemaker and retired as an educational aide for the State Children’s Home in Ebensburg.

She was affiliated with the Hepburnia United Methodist Church. She was also a volunteer for the American Cancer Society and Orphans of the Storm.

She wed Carl Campbell, who preceded her in death in the late 1970’s.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Jess and Clifford McCracken; and two sisters, LaRue Fulton and Dorothy “Dottie” Hall.  She was the last member of her generation.

Surviving are three children, Diane Petracca and her husband, Frank of Curwensville, Kevin Edwin Redden of Clearfield and Dennis Kline Redden and his wife, Ellen of Fishers, Ind.

Also surviving are eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services for Mrs. Campbell will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Chester C. Chidboy Funeral Home Inc. of Curwensville with the Rev. Stephen Shields officiating. Burial will be in the Mahaffey Cemetery.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m.  – 7 p.m. Tuesday and from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

The family suggests contributions be made to the Orphans of the Storm, c/o Mrs. Peggy Sass, 412 Hill 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.

Obituary Notice: Stanley J. Wawrynovic Jr. (Provided photo)

Stanley J. Wawrynovic Jr., 65, of Altoona died Thursday, May 19, 2016 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh.

Born Oct. 30, 1950 in Philipsburg, he was a son of the late Stanley J. Sr. and Gladys A. (Morgan) Wawrynovic.

Mr. Wawrynovic was a member of the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Altoona.

He was also a member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary, Osceola Mills Post No. 5020, the Ruffed Grouse Society and the National Rifle Association.  He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman.

He was a 1968 graduate of the Philipsburg-Osceola Area High School and a 1973 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy.

He was employed with the Thompson Pharmacy, Altoona, for 40 years until his retirement.

On Nov. 10, 1979 in Philipsburg, he married the former Kathleen M. “Kay” Burns, who survives at home.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a sister, Jane A. Stark of Osceola Mills; a brother, Thomas A. Wawrynovic of Clinton, Md.; and a nephew, Matthew Stark of Osceola Mills.

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday, at the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Philipsburg, with the Rev. Carl Spishak as celebrant.  Burial will follow at the Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Philipsburg.

Friends will be received from 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg.

The rosary will be recited at 3:30 p.m. followed by a vigil service at 4 p.m., both Sunday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 5519 Sixth Ave., Altoona, PA 16602 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Obituary Notice: Esther L. Teats (Provided photo)

Esther L. Teats, 78, of Osceola Mills died Thursday, May 19, 2016 at her home.

Born Feb. 16, 1938 in Philipsburg, she was the daughter of the late Ai B. Teats Sr. and Freda A. (Smith) Teats.

She was of the United Methodist faith.  She had worked for the former Philipsburg State General Hospital as a nurse’s aide and at the Clear-Centre Community Pool.

She was a 1955 graduate of the former Cooper High School.  She was a social member of the VFW Post 5020 in Osceola Mills.

She enjoyed cooking, baking, making fudge and apple pies, embroidering and planting flowers.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Lillian Reiter; four brothers, Graydon Teats, Melford Teats, Ai Teats Jr. and an infant brother, Paul Teats; two sisters-in-law, June Teats and Norma Teats; and a brother-in-law, Theodore Reiter.

She is survived by two daughters, Jeanne L. Callahan and her husband, James of Osceola Mills and Lisa K. Hartmann of Bordentown, NJ and two sons, Kenneth H. Teats Sr. of Philipsburg and Jeffrey M. Teats and his wife, Carla Keith of Osceola Mills.

She is also survived by two brothers, William C. Teats and his wife, Linda of Philipsburg and Gerald E. Teats and his wife, Shirley of Karthaus; five grandchildren, Jessica Lindstrom and her husband, Josh, Kenneth H. Teats Jr., Jamie Callahan, Jenna Hartmann and Khandyce English; one great-granddaughter, Hunter Lindstrom; and a daughter-in-law, Ruth Teats; special family members, Brady, Beth, Tylan, Trey and Kelcey English; and numerous nieces, nephews, step-children and step-grandchildren.

The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, at the Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Osceola Mills, with Pastor Jennifer C. Heikes officiating.  Burial will be at the Umbria Cemetery in Osceola Mills.

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

Memorial contributions may be made to the Clear-Centre Community Pool in Osceola Mills, Pa., or to the Osceola Mills Community Library.

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

Obituary Notice: Eddie I. Lauver (Provided photo)

Eddie I. Lauver, 80, of Clearfield died Friday, May 20, 2016 at the Penn Highlands DuBois.

He was born June 29, 1935, a son of the late Claude and Lucinda (Hugar) Lauver.

Mr. Lauver was employed as a delivery man for Wolf’s Furniture, starting at age 17 years and working for more than 40 years until its closure.

He had also driven bus for Fullington for 25 yrs. Mr. Lauver will be remembered for his strong work ethic, as he delivered Meals on Wheels until he was 78 years old.

Throughout all of his employment, he operated Lauver’s Cabinet Shop. He was known for his skill at building gun cabinets. He was Methodist by faith.

He is survived by his son, Gary Lauver and his wife, Carol of Clearfield; a granddaughter, Crystal Provencher and her husband, Michael of Fort Leavenworth, Kan.; two great-grandchildren, Madeleine and Gabrielle; and two sisters, Donna Graham of Woodland and Cheryl Leigey and her husband, Jeff of Allport.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Bernetta Ann (Shubert) Lauver, on Nov. 5, 2013 and to whom he was married Dec. 19, 1953. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Helen Rowles.

All services will be private and held at the convenience of the family.

The family strongly encourages that in lieu of flowers to please make a memorial contribution to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), 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.

William H. Shenkle, 89, of DuBois died Sunday, May 22, 2016 at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh.

Born May 14, 1927, he was the son of the late John and Nellie (Pentz) Shenkle.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Marines Corp. during World War II.  After his service, he graduated from MIT and re-entered the military serving during the Korean War in the U.S. Air Force.

In 1952, he married Betty (Stewart) Shenkle.  She survives.

He retired from Rockwell International Manufacturing as the general manager of the DuBois plant after many years of service.

He was very involved in the DuBois area his entire life, serving on various boards and participating in many community activities.  To name a few, he was a past DuBois City councilman and member of First United Methodist Church.

He was also chairman of the committee that oversaw the merger of the DuBois and Maple Avenue Hospitals, forming the DuBois Regional Medical Center, where he served as a member of the board of directors.

He is survived by three children, Valerie Wetstone and her husband, Jeffrey of Columbia, Md., Jeffrey Shenkle of DuBois and Linda Tock of North Tonawanda, NY; two sisters, Carolyn McCain of Athens, Ala., and Patricia Fair and her husband, Ron of Brighton, Colo.; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Richard Shenkle and Courtney Shenkle and a sister, Betty Chaney.

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

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the First United Methodist Church with Pastor Lance Tucker officiating. Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery.

Although flowers are appreciated, the family suggests that all memorials be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Obituary Notice: Mary Elizabeth Burton (Provided photo)

Mary Elizabeth Burton, 69, of Osceola Mills died peacefully at her home on Monday, May 23, 2016.

Born Nov. 11, 1946 at Clearfield, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Helen (Mandrick) Olosky.

She worked for Kent’s Sportswear for many years. She then became an amazing housewife, where her talents for cooking, canning and maintaining a home was as dedicated as the never-ending love for her husband and daughter.

She enjoyed traveling, especially to New York City, planting a large garden, the outdoors, flea markets and auctions. She was talented in many ways through her artwork, her flower gardens and her genius design of home-cooked meals from scratch.

She was a member of the American Rabbit Breeders Association for many years, where she won numerous trophies, rosettes and ribbons.

Later in life, she along with her husband and daughter, entered many exhibits at local fairs where once again she was awarded beautiful rosettes and ribbons.

She married Floyd William Burton on Sept. 30, 1978 at Houtzdale.

She was of the Christian faith. She was an active member while working alongside her husband and daughter in the Columbia Fire Co.

She is survived by her loving daughter, Miranda Kay Burton of Osceola Mills and her animals, which she loved dearly.

She is also survived by a sister, Kathy Bloom and brother, Jim Olosky.

She was preceded in death by her husband on Dec. 23, 2014; her parents; her brother, Joseph; two infant brothers; and an infant sister.

Her smile and laughter were as bright and energetic as the sunshine. She will be greatly missed by all who loved her especially her loving daughter, Miranda.

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

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

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

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

Robert A. Thompson, 54, of Morrisdale died Sunday, May 22, 2016 at his residence.

Born Nov. 18, 1961 in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of the late Duane and Gloria Rodeheaver Thompson.

He was an avid motorcycle rider. He was a member of the American Legion, Philipsburg; the Carpathian and Lincoln Clubs, Hawk Run; and the Mosquito Creek Sportsmen Club, Frenchville.

He is survived by two daughters, Dianna Thompson and Samantha Matthews and a son, Chuck Schwarz.

He is also survived by a sister, Helen Tecco and three grandchildren, Nathaniel Thompson, Tyler Wilson and Robert A. Thomas.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. There will not be any public visitation.

Memorials may be made to the Strange & Weaver Funeral Home, c/o Robert Thompson Account, P.O. Box 238, 171 Deer Creek Rd., Morrisdale, PA 16858.

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

Obituary Notice: Margaret (Peggy) Elizabeth Shannon Paul (Provided photo)

Margaret (Peggy) Elizabeth Shannon Paul, 87, the beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt died Sunday, May 22, 2016, at Windy Hill Village, P.S.L., Philipsburg, where she had been receiving tender care.

Born in Munson May 23, 1928 to the late Albert T. and Madalyn (Eisenhauer) Shannon, she was one of seven children, including Dorothy Jean White, Thomas, Albert and Joseph Shannon, all now deceased.  Surviving are two sisters, Rosemary Sotok of Holland, Mich. and Roberta Stewart of Vienna, Va.

She graduated from the Morris Township High School in the class of 1946, where she was valedictorian.  After high school, she began her professional career with the federal government in Washington, D.C., and later worked for the Curtis-Wright Corp. in Quehanna.

In 1965, she began her tenure in the Industrial Engineering Department at Penn State University and eventually becoming administrative assistant to Dean Benjamin Niebel until her retirement.

On Aug. 26, 1948, at St. Agnes Parish in Morrisdale, she became Mrs. Ralph Paul, marrying that dashing boxer and Navy Gunnersmate, back from the Pacific Theatre, who was enrolled at Lock Haven University.

Together they shared nearly 43 years of marriage, owning and operating, for a short time, Philipsburg’s Parkway Market.

They raised a large, loving family of six children, delighting in their accomplishments, Cindy Pezalski and her husband Ray of Boalsburg; Mike Paul and his wife, Carol, formerly of Boalsburg and now of Yemassee, SC; Patty Wood and her husband, Mike of Lanse; Chris Hertlein and her husband, Tim of Frenchville; Jennifer Bennett of Pitman, NJ; and Shannon Paul and his wife, Dawn of Denver, Pa.

Also surviving are their 19 grandchildren, Carrie Pezalski Lamb, Dr. Tyler Pezalski and Caitlin Pezalski Dare, Ryan, Jared, Margo and Connor Paul; Philip, Nathan and Patrick Wood; Tim, Tom, Luke and Matt Hertlein and Suzy Hertlein Tubbs; Josh, Laura and Emily Bennett; and Cpt. Kurtis Paul.  She is also survived by 26 great-grandchildren who were indeed great in her eyes.

She had a keen intellect but relished simple pleasures. She loved Sunday family cookouts, rousing games of Pinochle and long car-rides, especially with Ralph.

Her family teased that she liked to go to Maryland…..for lunch.  She enjoyed morning walks at Black Moshannon State Park and endless games of Monopoly with her last grandchild, Connor, for whom she was caregiver for over a decade.

She was devoted to her professional career and most especially to her large extended family, including many nieces and nephews. She faced struggles and setbacks with tenacity and resilience and leaves behind a legacy of sweetness, mingled with more than a tinge of feisty Irish grit.

The funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Philipsburg, with the Rev. John M. Gibbons as celebrant.  Burial will follow at St. Agnes Cemetery, Morrisdale.

Friends will be received from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg.  The rosary will be recited at 4:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Windy Hill Village, P.S.L., 100 Dogwood Dr., Philipsburg, PA 16866 or Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 400 S. Fourth St., Philipsburg, PA 16866.

The family wishes to extend special thanks to Dr. Jeanne Beyer, volunteers from Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, and Windy Hill Village for their ongoing kindness and compassion.

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

John Paul Kropinsky, 85, of Woodward Township died Monday, May 23, 2016 at his home.

Born Dec. 25, 1930 in Cassandra, Pa., he was the son of the late John and Mary (Waslosky) Kropinsky.

He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the Tyrone American Legion Post 281 and an avid hunter and fisherman.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Christina (Lukens) Kropinsky; two brothers, Andrew and Michael Kropinsky; and three sisters, Nellie Shumack, Kathryn Peslipsky and Sophie Olenoski.

He is survived by his two daughters, Kristi Twoey and her husband, David of Houtzdale and Mary Jane McGinnis and her husband, Vincent of Clearfield; his twin brother, Stephen Kropinsky of Janesville; a sister, Frances Mann of Naples, NY; and three grandchildren, Nicole (Vincent) Cieslewicz, Ethan McGinnis and Christine McGinnis.

He is also survived by two great-grandchildren, Hagen and Fynlee Cieslewicz and numerous nieces and nephews.

Family will receive friends from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday and from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Friday at Kruise-Spewock Funeral & Cremation Services Inc., Ramey.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday in Christ the King Parish, Houtzdale, with the Rev. Marc J. Solomon as celebrant.  Burial with military honors will follow in Umbria Cemetery, Osceola Mills.

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

Joan “Joann” Louise (Little) Ford of Royal Palm Beach, Fla., and formerly of Grassflat, was born March 26, 1931.

She was one of 13 siblings and the second oldest child born to the late Cyril and Catherine (Rothrock) Little.

She passed from this world at West Palm Beach, Fla., to a new life on Oct. 24, 2015 where she joined her late husband, Alan Ford.

On Dec. 5, 2015, she was joined there by her son, Victor Ziembo Jr., of Loxahatchee, Fla., as well.

She is survived by her beloved daughter, Shirley (Ziembo) Liebman of Claremont, Okla.; two granddaughters, Jennifer Ziembo (Andrew) Belinsky of Daytona Beach, Fla., and Joannie Atkins of Jackson, Miss.; and two great-grandchildren, Geniva and Jeremiah Belinsky of Daytona Beach, Fla.

She is survived by six sisters and brother, Catherine (Filson) Cartwright of Frenchville, Carol (Dan) Schwark of Florida, Frances (Ron) Carll of New York, Rosalind (Durvin) Wick and Susan (Gary) Croyle, both of Morrisdale R.D., and Carmella (Ed) Fetters of Dubois; one brother, Cyril (Nancy) Little Jr. of Tyrone; and a sister-in-law, Carol Little.

In addition to her husband, Alan Ford and her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Eleanor Cowder, Lillian Dobo, Helen Ann Nadzom, Donna Protulipac and Michael Little. Her dogs, Patches and Pooh, which she loved, also preceded her in death.

Her hobbies included sewing, needlepoint and baking, which she loved doing. She was reputed to make a key lime pie that couldn’t be duplicated anywhere.

Her granddaughter, Jennifer Ziembo Belinsky credits her grandmother for teaching her how to do hand sewing and needlepoint.

One of her favorite days each year was Thanksgiving Day and if you went to her home that day, you could be sure to be able to watch one of her favorite events, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, as she always had that on the TV that day!

She was also a huge fan of college football, following faithfully her favorite team, the Florida ‘Gators! She also kept track of all the players and coaches, especially her favorite coach, Steve Spurrier.

On Sunday the 9 a.m. Mass at St. Severin Catholic Church in Drifting will be dedicated to the memory of Joan (Little) Ford by family and friends.

Obituary Notice: Edward J. Coval (Provided photo)

Edward J. Coval, 84, of Hawk Run died Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at Windy Hill Village, P.S.L., Philipsburg.

Born July 15, 1931, he was a son of the late John H. and Anna M. (Yuhas) Coval.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mildred and Josephine Coval and an infant brother, John.

Mr. Coval was a member of the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Hawk Run. He was a member of the Lincoln Slovak Club, also of Hawk Run.

He had been employed for 21 years with the General Cigar Company of Philipsburg. He then worked for 13 years with the Piper Aircraft Corp. in Quehanna until retiring.

On Aug. 25, 1956 in Philipsburg, he married the former Dolores “Dolly” M. Pepperday, who survives at home.  Also surviving is a sister, Martha Kashtock of Hawk Run.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Hawk Run, with the Rev. Robert J. Horgas as celebrant.  Burial will follow at Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery in Hawk Run.

Friends will be received from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday at the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home, Philipsburg.  The rosary will be recited at 5:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Friends and family may sign the guestbook and share memories at beezerheathfh.com.