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| 351 | Donald J. Rine April 11, 1924 - February 18, 2011 Donald Joseph Rine, 86, a cottage resident at the Oaks of Pleasant Gap, died Friday, Feb. 18, 2011, at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville. He was born April 11, 1924, in Bellefonte, a son of Joseph W. and Helen (Gordon) Rine. On June 16, 1946, he married Mary Lois Krape. They were married for 60 years before her death in 2006. He attended Bellefonte High School before joining the Navy in 1942. After returning home, he earned his GED and worked for Titan Metal Manufacturing Company in Bellefonte. When Titan became Cerro Brass, he worked for the company in California and Connecticut. He retired from the Waterbury Button Company in Waterbury, Conn. Mr. Rine is survived by his son, Craig (Maureen), of Southbury, Conn.; two daughters, Patricia Antolosky (Paul), of Bellefonte, and Kathy Biagioni (Daniel), of Oxford, Conn.; a brother, Philllip (Nancy), of Youngstown, Ohio; five grandchildren, Brent, Heather and Todd (Marilyn) Rine, Katelyn and Jordan Biagioni; and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents and his wife, he was predeceased by a son, Richard Rine; and two sisters, Virginia R. Weaver and Betty R. Hazel. There will be no public visitation, but a memorial service will be held at the Oaks at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries, 915 Hickory St., Hollidaysburg, PA 16648. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brady Funeral Home, Danville. Send online condolences to www.bradyfuneralhome.com. | Rine, Donald Joseph (I14099)
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| 352 | Donald L. Boone July 18, 2013 The Express Save | Donald L. Boone, 73, of Little March Creek, died Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at his home. He was born in Howard on Oct. 14, 1939, son of the late Frank and Pauline Confer Boone. He was married to Patricia Peasley on Jan. 10, 1976. Patricia proceeded him in death in April 2006. Don worked at the Oviston Brickyard before he began his career with Warner Co., Belletfonte Lime and Graymount over a span of 40 years, retiring in 2006. He belonged to the Howard VFW and the Beech Creek American Legion. Don enjoyed hunting, fishing and going to sales. He also liked hopping in his car and driving around. He is survived by two sisters, Rhoda "sis" (Jim) Miller and Ruth (Dale) Miller, of Little Marsh Creek; one brother, James (Loretta) Boone, of Little Marsh Creek; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held Saturday, July 20, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Summit Hill Wesleyan Church, 1725 Summit Hill Road, Howard. Rev Kenneth D. Stephens will be officiating. Burial will be held at family's convenience. Online condolences can be made at www.kader-neff.com. | Boone, Donald L (I8354)
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| 353 | Donald R. Oyler, 88, of Lemoyne and formerly of Harrisburg and Hummelstown, went to meet Jesus surrounded by the love of his family on January 19, 2021 at the Gardens of West Shore Rehab due to complications from COVID-19. Don was born in Howard, PA to Milford & Madeline Oyler. He attended Hummelstown High and was a member of the Army serving Korea. He was a lifetime member of the Hershey VFW Post 3502. He retired from DLA Defense Distribution Region East Mechanicsburg as a Supervisor. Afterwards, he worked for Cremation Society of PA. While living in Hummelstown, in his younger years, he was the former owner of Oyler’s Taxi Service, a policeman, fireman, and ambulance driver. He served on Hummelstown Borough Council and established the 1st Civil Service for the police force. He was a Sanctioned and Lay speaker of United Methodist Churches. He was an avid Penn State and Green Bay Packers fan. Enjoyed reading, old westerns, desserts, playing pinochle and 500 Rummy. At age 80 he became a serious-minded artist. Enjoyed spending time with family and had a deep devotion to God. He will be fondly remembered for always smiling, laughing, and joking with others. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Louise H. Oyler; his step-mother, Delphia Wentzel Oyler; a brother Glen Oyler; and a sister Faye Parana. He is survived by his companion Lorraine Bean (and Cricket); a son, Dan Oyler (Debbie) of Cleona; two daughters, Cindy Oyler of TN, and Tammy Poffenberger (Greg) of Camp Hill; five grandchildren, Chris Hyde (Lauren), Jason Weller (Maureen), Cody Weller, Devan Walker (Chris), Janna Poffenberger (Joel); six great grandchildren; and three nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial will be at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. Don was a firm believer in contributing to charities. Contributions may be made in his memory to the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank, 3908 Corey Road, Harrisburg, PA 17109. Trefz & Bowser Funeral Home, Inc. are handling the funeral arrangements, and Cremation Society of PA is handling the cremation arrangements. | Oyler, Cpl Donald Ray (I13323)
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| 354 | Dorilda Ainsworth, 91 FALL RIVER -- Dorilda (Bolduc) Ainsworth, R.N., 91, of Robeson Street, formerly of Pleasant Street, died Sunday, Aug. 13, 2000, at the Fall River Jewish Home. She was the widow of James W. Ainsworth. A lifelong resident of Fall River, the was the daughter of the late Hilaire and Alphonsine (Gaudreau) Bolduc. A registered nurse, she was a 1931 graduate of the Fall River General Hospital School of Nursing, and worked at Pondville Hospital, Wrentham; General, Truesdale and Union hospitals; and St. Anne's Hospital for many years. She also was a private-duty nurse. A member of Notre Dame Church and a former member of the Catholic Order of Foresters, she was a member of the Fall River Catholic Nurses Association and Retired State, County and Municipal Employees Association. Survivors include three sons, John T. Ainsworth and his wife, Janet, of Fall River, Russell F. Ainsworth and his wife, Beverly, and Paul D. Ainsworth and his wife, Jeannine, all of Westport; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. She was the mother of the late James W. "Buddy" Ainsworth Jr. and the sister of the late Arthur Bolduc, Raoul Bolduc, Adelard Bolduc and Adrien Bolduc. Her funeral will be at 8 a.m. Wednesday at Auclair Funeral Home, 690 S. Main St., with a Mass at 9 atn Notre Dame Church, Eastern Ave. Entombment will be in Notre Dame Cemetery Mausoleum. | Bolduc, Dorilda D (I4909)
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| 355 | DORILDA AINSWORTH, 91, of Robeson Street, formery of Pleasant Street, a former nurse, died yesterday at the Fall River Jewish Home. She was the wife of the late James W. Ainsworth. A lifelong Fall River resident, she was a daughter of the late Hilaire and Alphonsine (Gaudreau) Bolduc. A registered nurse, she had worked for the former General, Truesdale and Union Hospitals and St. Anne's Hospital for many years and had also been a private-duty nurse. She was a 1931 graduate of the Fall River General Hospital School of Nursing. A member of Notre Dame Parish, Mrs. Ainsworth was a former member of the Catholic Order of Foresters. She was a member of the Fall River Catholic Nurses Association, and the Retired State, County and Municipal Employees Association. She leaves three sons, John T. Ainsworth of Fall River, and Russell F. and Paul D. Ainsworth, both of Westport; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. She was the mother of the late James W. "Buddy" Ainsworth Jr. and sister of the late Arthur, Raoul, Adelard and Adrien Bolduc. The funeral will be held Wednesday at 8 a.m. from Auclair Funeral Home, 690 South Main St., with a funeral Mass at 9 in Notre Dame Church, Eastern Avenue. Entombment will be in Notre Dame Cemetery Mausoleum. (Date of pub: 8-15-2000) | Bolduc, Dorilda D (I4909)
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| 356 | Doris (Barto) Stine March 11, 1932 July 31, 2014 Doris (Barto) Stine died on July 31, 2014, at the home of her daughter in Warriors Mark surrounded by her children. She was born March 11, 1932, in Marengo, the daughter of Carrie (Ellenberger) and Elmer Barto. On June 10, 1951, she married Donald E. Stine who preceded her in death on August 13, 1974. She is survived by her children, Karen E. Burd (Rick), of Germantown, N.Y., Diane S. Hartman (Gary), of Port Matilda, Donald E. Stine, Jr. (Ann), of Philipsburg, and Valorie Truax (Dan), of Warriors Mark; 11 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by four sisters, Madeline Neidigh, Harriet Gensimore, (Frances) Mae Stine, Christine Adams; and seven brothers, Clarence, Leonard, Elmer, Lawrence, Elwood (Chubby), C. Harold, and Calvin Barto. After raising her family she worked at BarFarm Country Store in Stormstown and BiLo Foods as a kitchen manager for 22 years. She loved reading, crossword puzzles, and spending time with her family. She was a member of Ross United Methodist Church. Friends will be received at the Bruce E. Cox Funeral on Sunday, August 3, 2014, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Services and burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 123 S. Sparks St., State College, PA 16801 CDT - 2 Aug 2014 | Barto, Doris (I8465)
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| 357 | Doris I. Barto July 8, 1925 March 21, 2017 Doris I. Barto, 91, of Pine Grove Mills, died Tuesday, March 21, 2017, at Elmcroft of State College. Born July 8, 1925, in Petersburg, she was the daughter of the late Willis A. and Bertha Gates Schilling. On December 31, 1945, she married Eugene K. Barto, who preceded her in death on September 19, 2001. She is survived by three children, Kenneth Barto and his wife, Kathy, of Petersburg, Edna Shuey and her husband, Ron, of Pine Grove Mills and Linda Everhart and her husband, Jim, of Boalsburg; two sisters, Lois Barto, her twin, of Warriors Mark and Janet Rider of Gatesburg; nine grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Doris was a 1943 graduate of State College High School. From 1955 until 1968, she was the Co-owner of Barto's IGA in Pine Grove Mills. Afterwards she was employed as a bank teller at First National Bank, South Hills Branch in State College, later known as Mellon Bank. Doris was a member of the Pine Grove Presbyterian Church, Pine Grove Mills, where she was a Sunday School Teacher for 25 years and a Deacon. She was also a member of the Ferguson Township Senior Citizens Center and Valley Friends. She enjoyed quilting, embroidering and word puzzles. Doris's life revolved around her family. Visitation will be from 10-11:30 a.m., on Friday, March 24, 2017, at Pine Grove Presbyterian Church, 150 W. Pine Grove Rd., Pine Grove Mills. Funeral service will follow at the church at 11:30 a.m. with the Reverend Carl Campbell officiating. Burial will be in Pine Grove Mills Cemetery. Doris's family would like to thank Elmcroft of State College and Centre Crossings Hospice for their loving care. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pine Grove Presbyterian Church, 150 W. Pine Grove Rd., Pine Grove Mills, PA 16868. Arrangements are under the care of Koch Funeral Home, State College. | Schilling, Doris Irene (I640)
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| 358 | Doris M. (Wiant) Harvey, 75, (Nov. 22, 1928-Feb. 26, 2004), Bethel Hill Road, Sweet Valley, died at home Thursday. She was born in Tupelo, Mississippi, the daughter of the late Charles and Jessie Wiant. She graduated from the University of Montevallo, Alabama, taught at the Huntington Mills Elementary School, was a certified Lay Speaker for the United Methodist Church, and ran a Wednesday bible study group in her home and had a Bible study and prayer group at the State Correctional Institution at Dallas. She was a member of the Bethel Hill United Methodist Church and served as a director of the youth group. She also was a Sunday School teacher. She provided important historical information to the people of the Luzerne and Columbia County area. Her husband, Herbert Harvey, and her brother, W. Lloyd Wiant, proceeded her in death. Surviving is her daughter, Bonnie Lukesh, Forty Fort; and sons: Douglas, Grove City, Ohio, and Duane, Sweet Valley. There are nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Monday from the Clarke Piatt Funeral Home Inc., Hunlock Creek. Interment will be in Bethel Hill Cemetery, Sweet Valley. Friends may call 6 to 9 PM Sunday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Patterson Grove Campground, c/o Joan Franklin, 26 W. Creek Road, Benton, PA 17814. | Wiant, Doris Marie (I6967)
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| 359 | Dorothy E. Kunes September 30, 2013 The Express Save | Dorothy H. Kunes, 85, formerly of Howard, died Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013 in the Centre Crest Nursing Home, Bellefonte. Born in Lock Haven on Nov. 19, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Willim C. and Eleanor Mann Mapes. On Sept. 8, 1948, she married Samuel H. Kunes, who preceded her in death on July 17, 1997. Dot was a graduate of Howard High School and the Pittsburgh Beautician College. She owned and operated Dot's Beauty Salon in Howard for approximately 40 years. She was a member of the Howard Christian Church. She is survived by a daughter, Shelly Kunes Spearly of Bellefonte, two sons, Kimberly S. Kunes (Cindy) and Toby W. (Linda) Kunes, all of Howard; a grand-daughter, Meecha Lyn Bechdel; and two great-grandchildren, Kirin and Elli. Private funeral services will be held at the family's convenience. Memorial contributions may be made to Centre Crest, 502 E. Howard St., Bellefonte, Pa. 16823, or Howard Christian Church, P.O. Box 465, Howard, Pa. 16841. | Mapes, Dorothy Ellen (I7828)
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| 360 | Dorothy E. Kunes, 85 of Bellefonte, formerly of Howard passed away Saturday, September 28, 2013 at the Centre Crest Nursing Home in Bellefonte. She was born in Lock Haven on November 19, 1927, the daughter of the late William C. & Eleanor Mann Mapes. On September 8, 1948 she married Samuel H. Kunes who preceded her in death on July 17, 1997. Dot was a graduate of Howard High School and the Pittsburgh Beautician College. She was a owner & operator of Dot''s Beauty Salon in Howard for approximately 40 years. She is a member of the Howard Christian Church Dot is survived by one daughter; Shelly Kunes Spearly of Bellefonte, two sons'' Kimberly S. Kunes and wife Cindy of Howard, Toby W. Kunes and wife Linda also of Howard, she was preceded in death by a sister Janice Letterman. She is also survived by one granddaughter; Meecha Lyn Bechdel and two great-grandchildren; Kirin & Elli. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Centre Crest Nursing Home, 502 E. Howard St., Bellefonte, Pa. 16823 or Howard Christian Church, PO Box 465, Howard, Pa. 16841. | Mapes, Dorothy Ellen (I7828)
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| 361 | Dorothy M. Lentz, 88 of 119 North Summit Street, Lock Haven, died Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014 at the Lock Haven Hospital. She was born Dec. 1, 1925 in Lock Haven, the daughter of the late George and Romaine Eberhart Schrock. She married Earl Lentz, Jr. who preceded her in death. She was a homemaker and member of Covenant United Methodist Church. Dorothy is survived by a daughter, Beth Ann Spieler (Rick), of West Newberry, Mass.; a son, William D. Lentz (Sally), of Kent, Ohio, a brother, George Schrock, of Clintondale, and four grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son Earl Lentz, III., and a brother James Schrock. Memorial services will be Saturday, Sept. 20, 2013 at 1 p.m. at the Donald G. Walker Funeral Home, Inc., 231 High Street, Flemington with Pastor Richard Holly officiating. Burial will be in Woolrich Cemetery, Woolrich. Friends will be received at the funeral from noon until the time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ross Library through the funeral home. | Schrock, Dorothy Marie (I8729)
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| 362 | Dorothy M. Wentzel, 92, of Bellefonte, died Saturday, June 8, 2013 at Centre Crest Nursing Home. Born in Howard July 25, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Clyde Irving and Verna Gardner Yarrison. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Schenck Wentzel. She was a homemaker She is survived by one daughter, Bonnie A. Wentzel of Bellefonte, a son, Ronnie A. Wentzel of Bellefonte, a brother, Donnie W. Yarrison; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Jean Yarrison, and a brother, John Yarrison. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, June 12, 2013, at 11:30 a.m. in Highland Cemetery, Howard, with the Rev. Shawn T. Bell officiating. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery, Howard. Friends will be received Wednesday, June 12, from 10 to 11a.m. at the Kader-Neff Funeral Home, 135 W. Main St., Howard. Memorial contributions may be made to the Howard Fire Company, 14 Walnut St., Howard, Pa., 16841. | Wentzel, Albert Schenck (I9482)
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| 363 | Dorothy S. "Dot" Gardner September 18, 1935 ~ July 9, 2019 Surrounded by her loving family, Dorothy S. "Dot" Gardner of Howard, passed from this life at her home on July 9, 2019. She was 83. Born September 18, 1935 in Jacksonville, Dot was a daughter of the late Raymond and Bertha (Bitner) Lucas. She was a 1953 graduate of the former Howard High School. On April 7, 1956, she married Lee F. "Tuff" Gardner, who preceded her in death on January 3, 2014. Dot was a homemaker and loving mother to her husband and family. She enjoyed her role in life as a caregiver and provider for the needs of her children. Later, when the grandchildren came along, she cherished her time with them. Dot loved to cook, bake pies, work in her flower garden and watch the hummingbirds. Bingo and a trip to the casino to play slot machines were her favorite fun things to do. She was a member of the Howard United Methodist Church where she was a Sunday school teacher and she also cleaned the church for many years. Dot is survived by two daughters, Christine Dolan (Nevin) of Howard and Nicole Rigg (Will) of Bellefonte; two sons, Duane Gardner (Deb) and Tracy Gardner (Barb) both of Howard; six grandchildren, Jesse (Maggie), Emily, Ben (Megan), Clayton, Bryce (Kira) and Coleman; and, two great grandchildren, Charlotte and Harper. Dot was the last of her family having been preceded in death by her siblings, Orn, Marvin, Dean, Billy, Ruth, June, Geraldine and Martha; one granddaughter, Rebecca, and, her beloved feline friend Campy. The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the Home Nursing Agency, Alice, Lindsey and Jess, her nurses, for the wonderful care provided to our mother. Family and friends will be received on Saturday, July 13 from 9:30 - 11 a.m. at the Howard United Methodist Church in Howard, followed by the memorial service at 11 a.m. with Rev. Craig Rose officiating. Dot will be laid to rest in Schenck's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Dot's memory may be given to the Howard UMC, Rebecca Irvin Scholarship Fund, PO Box 257, Howard, PA 16841. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.stevenrnefffuneralhome.com. Published in Centre Daily Times on July 11, 2019 | Lucas, Dorothy S (I2149)
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| 364 | Douglas "Doug" A. Leathers February 13, 1954 - May 30, 2022 Pleasant Gap, Pennsylvania - Douglas "Doug" A. Leathers, 68, of Pleasant Gap, passed away on Monday, May 30, 2022, at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville. Born on February 13, 1954, in Bellefonte, he was the son of the late Max B. and Pearl E. (Hall) Leathers. On May 17, 1980, in Lock Haven, he married the love of his life, Cathy (Wert) Leathers, who survives him at home after celebrating 42 years of marriage together. Doug was a 1972 graduate of Bellefonte High School. He pursued his education further, graduating from Penn State with his master's degree in Public Administration. He worked as a Correction's Officer at SCI Rockview until he retired as Captain in 2004. In addition to his wife, Cathy, he is survived by their two children, Erin L. White (Brian) of Bellefonte, and Lance A. Leathers (Kayla) of Cary, North Carolina, and four grandchildren, Jonathan and Brian M. White, Jr., and Morgan and Everett Leathers. Also surviving are two brothers, Richard Leathers (Helen) and Dennis Leathers (Bonita), both of Bellefonte, and a sister, Patricia Vargo (Gerald) of Julian. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Beverly Sampsell. Doug was a member of Faith United Methodist Church in Bellefonte. Additionally, he was a 30-year member of the Pleasant Gap Lions Club. He enjoyed reading and was very devoted to researching genealogy for the Leathers family. He would spend hours researching the family history. Doug was also an avid Pittsburgh sport fan and looked forward to when he was able to attend games and cheer on the Pirates, Steelers, and Penguins. Enthusiastically, he also enjoyed coaching youth sports for many years, including softball, basketball, baseball, and soccer. There will be a public viewing held on Thursday, June 2, 2022, from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M., at Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc., 206 N. Spring Street, Bellefonte. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, June 3, 2022, at 11:00 A.M., at Faith United Methodist Church, 512 Hughes Street, Bellefonte, with Pastor Terry Daugherty officiating. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Doug's memory to The Michael J. Fox Foundation, PO Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5014, or https://www.michaeljfox.org/donate. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com. | Leathers, Douglas A (I13466)
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| 365 | Dr. John A. Holter, 72, died Friday at Mercy Hospital in Portland. He was born in Jefferson, Md., a son of Cecil K. Holter Sr. and Elsie Remsberg Holter. He was a 1943 graduate of Middletown High School and went on to receive a bachelor's degree in agriculture from the University of Maryland. He served in the Army, and was stationed in Europe during the Korean War. He attended Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., where he was awarded master's and doctoral degrees in animal nutrition. Dr. Holter is a former faculty member of Beaver Country Day School in Boston. Upon moving to Maine, he became a member of the Development Committee for the New Division of Nasson College in Springvale. After his career in education he became an active partner in Holter-Roberts Antiques in Wells and later Maine-Le Crafts in Boothbay Harbor. At the time of his death his business had spread throughout New England. He was interested in music, antiques, art, drama and farming, and had extensive knowledge of purebred cattle. His most recent interest was a farm in Sanford where he held a partnership, and he enjoyed spending as much time there as possible. He was the lifelong friend and partner of William A. Roberts of Sanford. Surviving are two brothers, C.K. of Frederick, Md., and Richard of Jefferson, Md.; five nephews; and one niece. A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. A public memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Portland Press Herald (ME) - Tuesday, December 1, 1998 | Holter, John Albert (I13107)
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| 366 | Dr. Leland “Lee” D. Confer, 74, of Howard passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 24, 2023. Lee was born on July 15, 1948 in Lock Haven, PA. He was the son of the late Paul E. Sr. and Vivian M. Confer and the brother of Paul E. and the late Terry L. Confer. Along with his brother Paul (Victoria), Lee is survived by nephews, Sean, Drew (Amy), Shayne (Kelly), Ryan (Keary); a niece Gina Gramling (Brian); as well as several great nieces and nephews. Dr. Confer was a 1966 graduate of Bald Eagle Area High School. He was the class president and salutatorian. He graduated from Penn State University in 1970 with a degree in Biology. Lee then enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School of Medicine. He graduated from Penn in 1974 with a VMD degree. After graduation, Dr. Confer practiced briefly in Lock Haven and Mansfield before opening his practice in the Howard area. Lee was the “local” veterinarian until his retirement in December 2018. There will be no public visitation or services per Lee’s request. Burial will be at the convenience of the family at Schenck’s Cemetery, Howard, PA. Memorial contributions may be made in Lee’s name to Pets Come First, 2451 General Potter Hwy., Centre Hall, PA 16828 or to the Howard United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, PO BOX 257, Howard, PA 16841. | Confer, Dr Leland Duane (I10229)
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| 367 | Dr. Robert L. Cowan was born to Bernice Lee Denny and Willis Herbert Cowan in Ohio Township, Beaver County, PA on November 20, 1920. Bernice and Herb raised eight children, Virginia, Bob, Phyllis, Thelma, Dorothy, Jim, Bonnie and Maggie. Bob Cowan left his farm roots near Beaver Falls, PA, to attend Penn State University where he earned degrees in Animal Husbandry, Bio Chemistry and Ruminant Biology. His research included preservation of grass silage, white tailed deer research and miniature African antelope, blue duikers, as forage trial ruminants. Bob married Lois Irene Lunn in 1945 and they raised a family of five children, Bob, Kathy, Tim, Charlie and Laura. He was elected School Board President of the Bald Eagle Area School District in 1957 and during the next 20 years in that position he handed each of his children, and some of their future spouses their high school diploma. He also volunteered time to several other local organizations including the Centre County Counseling Service, American Cancer Society and Meals on Wheels. Bob Cowan died peacefully on October 20, 2013 with many of his family at his bedside. His memory will be cherished by five children, fifteen grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren and many friends whose children also know him as Granddad. The KOCH FUNERAL HOME will host a visitation gathering for friends and family from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, October 25, 2013, and a memorial service at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 26, 2013. Burial will be at Williams Cemetery at the bottom of Steele Hollow between Port Matilda and Julian, after the memorial service. A luncheon will be served at the Martha United Methodist Church after the burial. | Cowan, Dr Robert Lee (I12779)
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| 368 | Drowning, in Kettle Creek. | Proctor, Dean (I12623)
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| 369 | Drowning, in Kettle Creek. | Proctor, Unknown Female (I12624)
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| 370 | DUBOIS — Cora Belle SUMMERSON NESMAN, 90, of Renovo, died Wednesday, Sept. 22, 1999 at the Dubois Medical Center in Dubois. Born Nov. 29, 1908 in Hammersley Fork, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Henrietta DAUGHERTY SUMMERSON. On June 29, 1925 in Lock Haven, she married Alexander NESMAN, who died July 3, 1981. She was a homemaker and enjoyed knitting, crocheting and ceramics. She attended the Christian Missionary Alliance in Tamarack and Dubois. She is survived by three sons, Harry A. NESMAN of Drury’s Run, Howard J. NESMAN of Cross Fork and Herbert E. NESMAN of Renovo; two daughters, Betty J. HAYES of North Bend and Shirley J. FAIRMAN of Dubois,. who she had stayed with for the last several years; two brothers, Jay SUMMERSON of Ames, N.Y. and Calvin SUMMERSON of Renovo; two sisters, Mildred STOUT of Drury’s Run and Faye KELLEY of Renovo; 16 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren and one great-great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by a brother, Elwood SUMMERSON; two granddaughters, Lucille J. NESMAN and Grace M. NESMAN; and one great-grandson, Ryan WALDRON. Funeral Announcement – Interment 25 September 1999, Gospel Camp Cemetery, Leidy Township, (Clinton County, Pennsylvania). Maxwell Funeral Home, Renovo. | Summerson, Cora Belle (I12087)
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| 371 | During the Civil War he served as a Private in Company F of the 18th Pennsylvania Cavalry from 22 February 1865 to 11 July 1865. He was discharged on July 11, 1865 from U.S. General Hospital in Cumberland, Maryland. | Holter, Henry Neff (I129)
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| 372 | Earl H. Holter Earl H. Holter, 76, of Howard, died Friday, Feb. 1, 2002, at his home. Born April 13, 1925 in Howard, he was the son of the lateWilliam Henry and Julia Kline Holter. He was married to N. Jean Yearick on April 25, 1945 in the Church of Christ in Howard. Shesurvives. Graveside services will be Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2002, at 11 a.m., in Schencks Cemetery, Howard Township. Rev. WesMcCleary will officiate. There will be no visitation. Memorial services will be Sunday, Feb. 10, 2002, at 2 p.m., in Walnut StreetChurch of Christ in Howard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Sylvan Hill Christian Camp, 175 Sylvan Hill Road,Howard, Pa. 16841, or to Walnut Street Church of Christ Building Fund, P.O. Box 465, Howard, Pa. 16841. Arrangements are underthe direction of the W. Robert Neff Funeral Home, Howard. | Holter, Earl Henry (I2427)
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| 373 | Earl H. Holter, 76, of Howard, died Friday, Feb. 1, 2002, at his home. Born April 13, 1925 in Howard, he was the son of the late William Henry and Julia Kline Holter. He was married to N. Jean Yearick on April 25, 1945 in the Church of Christ in Howard. She survives. Graveside services will be Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2002, at 11 a.m., in Schencks Cemetery, Howard Township. Rev. Wes McCleary will officiate. There will be no visitation. Memorial services will be Sunday, Feb. 10, 2002, at 2 p.m., in Walnut Street Church of Christ in Howard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Sylvan Hill Christian Camp, 175 Sylvan Hill Road, Howard, Pa. 16841, or to Walnut Street Church of Christ Building Fund, P.O. Box 465, Howard, Pa. 16841. Arrangements are under the direction of the W. Robert Neff Funeral Home, Howard. | Holter, Earl Henry (I2427)
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| 374 | Early settler of Kishacoquillas Valley | McNitt, William R (I6279)
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| 375 | Ed "Wally" Myers, age 90, passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2023 at Riverside Hospital. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Mary (Yuske) Myers, his loving wife of 49 years, Judy Myers, his siblings, Betty Corrigan, Chuck (Jane) Myers, Pat (Jack) Cianflona. He graduated from Aquinas High School and went into the Marine Corps where he proudly served our country during the Korean War. Ed also graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Physics. He used his degree while working at General Motors for over 30 years as an Engineer. Ed was involved with the Grove City Kids Association as a coach and a referee for the soccer program. He coached his sons and many others over the years. Ed and Judy were also instrumental in getting Murfin Memorial Field started. He also enjoyed watching the OSU Buckeyes and hiking, eating chocolate from Anthony Thomas and drinking wine. For those interested in making a charitable donation in Ed's name, please consider donating to the Ohio State Parks Foundation. | Myers, Edwin Walter (I8093)
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| 376 | Eddie Russell Barto December 16, 1919 December 9, 2018 Eddie Russell Barto, 98, of 1718 W. Gates-burg Road, Warriors Mark, passed away on December 9, 2018, at Juniper Village, Brookline, State College following a brief illness. He was born December 16, 1919, in Marengo, the son of Gilbert and Elsie (Wrye) Barto. He was married to Genevieve (Jenny) Burns on October 20, 1946, at the Altoona Church of the Brethren by Rev. Randall Rossman. Surviving are his wife of 72 years; daughter Diane (David) Snyder, of Gatesburg, daughter Janet (Harold) Biddle, of Warriors Mark, son Sherwin (Kathy) Barto, of Grand Junction, Colo.; six grandchildren; six great grandchildren; four great great grandchildren; sister Joyce (Don) Fink, of Sinking Valley, sister Leona Smith, of Marengo and brother Donald (Ruth) Barto, of Quakertown. He was preceded in death by a great granddaughter; two sisters and a brother. He attended the Marengo One Room, Ferguson Township and Port Matilda schools. He served in the Army during WWII from 1941-1945, in the Pacific and European Theaters in the 372nd Motor Company. He worked for Gravely Power Equipment for 29 years and others before retiring in 1985. He was a lifetime member of the Ross United Methodist Church where he was the "Sunday morning bell ringer". He taught Sunday School and was treasurer of the church. He was caretaker of Ross Cemetery for 35 years and secretary/ treasurer for 51 years. He loved the Lord and read his Bible daily. He enjoyed gardening, growing sweet potatoes, hunting, fishing and the outdoors. Also, metal detecting and woodworking. Friends will be received on Friday, December 14, 2018, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Cox Funeral Home and on Saturday at Ross United Methodist Church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Norman Hooven and Rev. Gene McCallips officiating. Interment will follow in Ross Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the Ross Cemetery Association, c/o Diane Snyder, 2115 W. Gatesburg Rd., Warriors Mark, PA 16877. Arrangements are under the direction of the Bruce E. Cox Funeral Home, 3784 Warriors Mark Path, Warriors Mark, PA 16877. | Barto, Edward Russell (I6593)
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| 377 | Edgar Burton Proctor, 86, died suddenly Saturday morning at 4 o'clock at the home of his son, Hamilton Proctor, Hammersley, Fork, with whom he resided. Death was caused by arterio sclerosis. . Mr. Proctor was born October 29, 1855 in a house just across the road from the house where his death took place. He left home in his youth and was employed in various places by the B.R. & P railroad as a brakeman. He returned to Hammersley Fork walked the pipe line for the National Transit Company in that section. He left their employe to conduct a store at Hammersely Fork retiring from business about 15 years ago. One other son, Fred Proctor, survives. There was a large attendance of neighbors and friends at the funeral with a short service at the home of his son Hamilton Proctor, at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon and at the Leidy Methodist Church at 2:30 o'clock with the Rev. J. V. Adams, pastor of the First Methodist Church, Renovo, officiating. There was a large number of floral offering. Burial was made in Maple Grove Cemetery at Hammersley Fork. The pall bearers were Wilbur Proctor, Charles Cross, George Cross, William McCoy, Raymond Snyder, and Isaac Keiley. | Proctor, Edgar Burton (I10562)
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| 378 | Eight children. | Family: Green, John S / Schenck, Sarah (F1030)
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| 379 | Eight children. | Family: Schenck, Michael / McCloskey, Mary Ann (F1090)
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| 380 | Eileen Hovan Gardner Mace 82, of Beech Creek, died Saturday July 12, 2008 at her home. She was born Nov. 20, 1925, in Howard, a daughter of the late John Hovan and Olive Gardner-Hovan Vaughn. On Feb. 21,1942, in Beech Creek, she married James L. Gardner, who preceded her in death in 1969. In 1970 she married Edward R. Mace, who died in 1995. Eileen had worked at Piper Aircraft,Sylvania, and also at Bobby Brooks. She then opened her own beauty salon, which she operated for 36 years, retiring in 2000. She was a devoted member of the Beech Creek Wesleyan Church, where she served on the Administrative Board. She is survived by a daughter, Barbara A. Pierson, and her husband, Bernard, of Howard; a son, James D. Gardner and his wife, Cindy, of Howard; a sister, Freda Miller; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and her spouses, she was preceded by a brother, Ross C. Gardner. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday July 14, 2008, at the Kader- Neff Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., 135 W. Main Street, Howard. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 15, 2008, at Beech Creek Wesleyan Church, 16 Maple Ave., Beech Creek, with Rev. Alan S. Eckenroad officiating. Burial will be in Hays-Fearon Cemetery, Beech Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to Beech Creek Wesleyan Church, 16 Maple Ave.,Beech Creek, Pa. 16822. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Eileen H. Mace, please visit our floral store. | Hoven, Eileen (I12664)
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| 381 | Eileen K. Rhoades January 14, 1954 - December 28, 2020 Howard, Pennsylvania - Eileen K. Rhoades, 66, of Howard, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 28, 2020 at her home, after a three-and-a-half-year fight with Cancer. Born on January 14, 1954, in Lock Haven, PA, she was the daughter of the late Robert Lowell Daughenbaugh & Luella Mae (Garman) Daughenbaugh. On December 21, 1974 at Curtin Church, she married Lloyd A. Rhoades, Jr. who survives her. Eileen is a 1971 graduate of Bald Eagle Area High School. She attended Edinboro University, majoring in Spanish. She was a homemaker, but she worked over 20 years as an educational aid in learning assistance classrooms at Wingate Elementary School in her beloved Bald Eagle Area School District – she loved working with the kids. Eileen enjoyed cooking for her family, but really loved to garden, which was cultivated by her years of working in Hilner's Greenhouse as a teenager. She loved flowering plants and vegetables, usually grown in pots because her bad knees made being on the ground difficult for her. Eileen loved to hang clothes outside on the clothes line, because of the fresh smell, particularly with bedding. She loved attending Bald Eagle Area Wrestling, Lock Haven University Wrestling, and especially Penn State Wrestling. Bo Nickal was her favorite wrestler. To say that Eileen was an avid genealogist all of her life is a huge understatement. She developed a vast collection of all the branches of her family tree. She loved spending her free time in The Centre County Historical Library or any other library, court house, or cemetery where she could pour over old records to gather and document her research. Eileen loved having breakfasts with her friends and past coworkers and just catching up with them. She loved taking "road trips" with her identical twin cousin, Cathy (Daughenbaugh) Shafranich and with Lloyd. And Eileen especially loved to travel and explore with Lloyd – to Newfoundland, Ireland, Iceland, and to all Canadian Provinces except Nunavut. She enjoyed that she visited all of our American states, except Hawaii. But most of all, and far above anything else, she loved her family…her children and grandchildren. She was very proud of them all, and they were a constant source of joy to her. She loved buying them gifts, but she really enjoyed buying dresses for her only granddaughter and sending them to her to open. In addition to her husband of Eileen is survived by her daughter and two sons: Julie D. Valora, Wingate, Mickey L. Rhoades and his wife, Lorna, of Chesapeake, VA, and Matthew Rhoades and his wife Karen of Allenton, WI; four grandchildren: Jordan Valora, Evander Bolar, Gracie Beth Rhoades and Callan Rhoades. She is also survived by one brother, Robert Lynn Daughenbaugh of Howard and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held on Saturday, January 2, 2021 from 10-11am at the Kader-Neff Funeral Home in Howard. In accordance with COVID-19 restrictions, facial masks and social distancing will be observed. Eileen will be laid to rest in Eagle Cemetery, next to her mother and father. Eileen's family would like to say THANK YOU to UPMC Home Hospice that assisted greatly in her final care. The nurses and personal aids could not have been more kind and compassionate in caring for Eileen. Her family is incredibly grateful to UPMC. | Daughenbaugh, Eileen K (I12770)
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| 382 | Either Cornelia was also know as Emily or Michael had a second wife. | Mason, Emily Cornelia (I365)
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| 383 | Eleanor Jane Moore Bathgate, 87, Bellefonte, died peacefully at her home Monday, Oct. 24, 2005. She was born Nov. 11, 1917, in Howard. She was the daughter of the late Claude and Nora Stitzer Moore. She is survived by her sister, Mary Elizabeth Evey of Bellefonte. She was preceded in death by a sister, Jeanette. Eleanor graduated from Howard High School in 1935, as class valedictorian, and then from Lock Haven Normal School (now Lock Haven University) in 1937, immediately commencing her teaching career at Henderson School in Jacksonville, with 12 students in Grades 1-12, all in one room. For the next two years, she taught elementary students in Lemont. Following the years at Lemont, she began teaching first graders in Bellefonte, while living in Howard, where she played piano and organ at St. John's United Church of Christ. She completed her teaching career at Bellefonte Elementary in 1978, cumulating 42 years of teaching. In 1955, she married her high school sweetheart, James W. Bathgate, and moved to Bellefonte, raising his two surviving sons, Thomas A. Bathgate of Abington and Robert J. Bathgate of Chagrin Falls, OH. Eleanor loved teaching first grade, building a foundation of learning with children and making a lasting, positive impact on the starting student. Her students were her pride, and she always recognized them at first sight, with a big smile of admiration, even after decades of their growth. Her family was always amazed at her meeting her students everywhere, often, and with love. She used to say that teaching has to be more than a job; it has to be a commitment, a passion. In addition to her sister and two sons, Eleanor is survived by four grandchildren, Phoebe Atkinson of Cleveland, Michael Bathgate of Chicago, Meredith Ouimette of Durham, NC and Bradley Bathgate, serving his country in Iraq. She is also survived by nieces and nephews, Cindy Cowan of Port Matilda, Sonna McDevitt, Elaine Ebeling, Bonnie Leathers, Jared Evey and Eleanor Hutsky, all of Bellefonte; and Cynthia Nicosia of State College, along with numerous great-nephews and nieces. Eleanor and her husband Jim enjoyed nearly 17 years of healthy retirement in which they traveled together, golfed at Nittany County Club, was active in Bellefonte historical activities, and enjoyed their family. Eleanor buried her beloved husband "Jas" in 1995, after just celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. Eleanor was an active member of Eastern Star, the National Educator's Association, the Pa. Association of School Retirees, Business and Professional Women, and the Bellefonte Woman's Club, where she was a lifetime member. She was also an active member of the St. John's United Church of Christ of Bellefonte, where until her death, she regularly participated in weekly Bible studies. Service Saturday, Oct. 29, at St. John's United Church of Christ, Bellefonte, Rev. Anne Smith officiating. Burial at Schenck's Cemetery. | Moore, Eleanor Jane (I8265)
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| 384 | Eleanor S. (Medeiros) Cabral, age 86, of Westport passed away on Thursday January 28, 2016. She was the wife of the late Amancio Moe Cabral Jr., and daughter of the late Joseph S. and Mary (Mello) Cabral. Eleanor graduated from Josephine Wilbur High School on Little Compton and then went on to be a Switchboard Operator for Fall River Electric Light Company for 43 years. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Eleanor was predeceased by her several brothers and sisters Her funeral arrangements were under the direction of Manuel Rogers & Sons Funeral Home 1521 N. Main St. Fall River. Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial which will take place on Monday at Espirito Santo Church at 10:00 A.M. Entombment in Notre Dame Mausoleum. | Silvia Medeiros, Eleanor (I4371)
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| 385 | Eleven children. | Family: Pletcher, Daniel / Baker, Elizabeth (F831)
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| 386 | Eleven children. | Family: McClain, John / Pletcher, Esther (F832)
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| 387 | Elisabeth came to North Carolina, and married William Angel, an Englishman, in Bethabara in July 1762. She died less than two years later, and William returned to Pennsylvania, where he died of smallpox in 1769. He is buried at Bethlehem Moravian. Confirmation that Elisabeth is the daughter of John and Barbara comes from a list of Barbara's children in the files of the Moravian Archives in Bethlehem. | Holder, Elisabeth (I236)
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| 388 | Elizabeth is David's second wife. They had ten children. | Family: Pletcher, David / Pletcher, Elizabeth (F830)
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| 389 | Elizabeth is next to Jacob Herlinger in the 1850 census | (Herlinger), Elizabeth (I778)
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| 390 | Elizabeth Mahaffey Holter (1875-1958): I don't anything about her early days. She went through the Howard Schools and I think whe went to what they called normal schools. One was at Lock Haven where she prepared for teaching. We lived across the street from the schoolhouse and I watched the kids march out to the gate and start to yell and run. I made up my mind I was going to be in the building first and get the seat just inside the door and be the first one out. I got the back seat but she must have known what I was doing because she changed the marching and I was the last one out. The next year they had another teacher so I decided I would get the front seat and be the first one out. She changed the marching and I was the last one out again for a whole year. Well I fooled them. I passed the 3 years in 2. She stayed with us in Port Arthur a while but she didn't get along with you youngsters very well and went back to Howard. All I havewritten about were buried in Howard. | Holter, Elizabeth Mahaffey (I233)
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| 391 | Ellen Leah Holter (1881-1897): I can just remember her. She was a beautiful girl. She used to dress me. I wore short trousers. In fact, I graduated from high school in short trousers. As youngsters we wore long hairy drawers in winter and unless they were put on well down in the shoe they would form a bulge at the top of the shoe. Whe worked out sometime and was so pleasant thst every person liked her. I don't remember much about her. As you can see she died quite young. | Holter, Ellen Lea (I266)
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| 392 | Elsie Packer McClintick March 8, 1927 - May 14, 2023 Salona, Pennsylvania - Elsie Packer McClintick, age 96, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 14, 2023 surrounded by family in Salona, PA. Elsie Packer McClintick was born on March 8, 1927 in Howard, Centre County to the late Ira Edward and Mahalda Laura Holt Packer. Elsie was a graduate of the Mill Hall High School, class of 1945. She was married to Charles Mark McClintick May 2nd, 1947, who preceded her in death on Nov.12, 2004. Over the years she faithfully served her church, Hillview Wesleyan in Flemington, as a Senior High School Sunday School teacher, on the Local Board of Administration and Building Committee member, as past President of the Wesleyan Women's Missionary Society and was Head of the Benevolence Committee. Her heart's desire was to love God by using her heart and life to serve others for Jesus. Elsie served the community and local children in many aspects, on the local school PTO and as President of the Bald Eagle-Nittany Band Parent Association for many years. She was on the Keystone Central School Board for 10 years representing Lamar Twp. and Mill Hall Borough, after which she served as a member of the Keystone Central Foundation Board. Elsie and her husband were faithful supporters of all the children in the area attending activities of every kind from band concerts and competitions to every kind of sports activities, dramas, arts supporting the importance of every child's life. Elsie was part of the original committee and officers who started the Lamar Twp. Fire Co.'s Ladies Auxiliary. She and her husband helped in many ways, included providing the property purchased for the current Fire Station and helping with building programs. She was a former Master of the Pamona Grange 274 in Salona. Shee is a member the Clinton County Historical Society and a life member of the Lock Haven Hospital Women's Auxiliary. Elsie registered as a Democrat in 1949, joining the Clinton County Democratic Women and serving as a loyal member. She served on the election board for many years as well as helping with the campaigns of many local Democratic candidates. Elsie was honored as Outstanding elected Democratic Woman of Pennsylvania Federation of Democratic Women's District 10 in 2011, and Democrat of the year in 2019. Elsie worked at Sylvania while in High School, after graduation she worked at Piper, then McClintick's Store in Salona, after the store closed she worked at Romig's Dept Store in Mill Hall for 39 years. Lastly she enjoyed caring for many precious friends who were like family until retiring at age 90. She is survived by her daughter Cindy K. Myers and Son-in-law Dean L. Myers. Granddaughter Cortney (Benjamin A.) Force, Grandson Christopher M. (Sheena C. Myers) , Great grandchildren Abbey and Aaron Force, Letisha, Felix, Eleanor and Lewis Myers Brother Edward I. Packer, Esther and Don Rauch, Doris Packer, Carrie Packer, Grace and Leon Bidwell. Funeral Service will be held at Hillview Wesleyan Church, 1200 W. 4th St. Flemington, PA on Saturday May 20, 2023 at 10:30 AM with Reverend Donald Grant and Reverend Kenneth Lynn of the church officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Hillview Wesleyan Church, St. Jude Children Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN, 38105, or the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd. Suite 300 Jacksonville, Fl 32256 Arrangements are under the direction of the Gedon Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, LLC, 320 Main St. Mill Hall, PA 17751. Online thoughts and memories can be made at www.GedonFuneralHomes.com or the Gedon Funeral Homes Facebook Page. Published by Centre Daily Times on May 16, 2023. | Packer, Elsie (I13908)
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| 393 | Emily M. Leathers October 25, 1917 - September 25, 2009 Emily M. Leathers, 91, of Howard, died Friday, Sept. 25, 2009, at Susque-View Nursing Home. She was born on Oct. 25, 1917, in Mt. Carmel, a daughter of the late Percy and Mary Carl Merton. In 1935 she married Ralph O. Leathers who preceded her in death in 1984. She was the Assistant Bank Cashier at the former First National Bank of Howard for 45 years. She was an active member of the Main Street United Methodist Church in Howard. She is survived by L. Jean McCool and husband Tony, of Howard; one granddaughter, Beth Linn and husband Michael, of Lansdale; and great-grandson Spencer Linn, of Lansdale. In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by a son, Robert Leathers in 1955. Friends will be received Monday, Sept. 28, 2009 from 1-2 p.m. at the Main Street United Methodist Church, Howard. Funeral services will follow with Pastor Craig Q. Rose officiating. Burial will be in Centre County Memorial Park. Memorial contributions to Howard United Methodist Church, PO Box 257, Howard, PA 16841. | Merton, Emily Mae (I7267)
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| 394 | Emily M. Leathers, 91 of Howard, passed away on September 25, 2009 at the Susque-View Nursing Home. She was born on October 25, 1917 in Mt. Carmel, Pa. She was the daughter of the late Percy and Mary Carl Merton. She was united in marriage to Ralph O. Leathers in 1935. He preceded her in death in 1984. She was an assistant cashier at the former First National Bank of Howard for 45 years. She was an active member of the Main Street Methodist Church in Howard. She is survived by a daughter; L. Jean McCool and husband Tony of Howard. She was preceded in death by a son; Robert Leathers in 1955. She is also survived by a granddaughter; Beth Linn and husband, Michael of Lansdale; and a great-grandson; Spencer Linn of Lansdale. Funeral services will be Monday, September 28, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the Main Street United Methodist Church in Howard with the Pastor Craig Rose officiating. Burial will be at the Centre Co. Memorial Park, State College, Pa. Friends will be received 1 hour prior to service at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Howard United Methodist Church, PO Box 257, Howard, Pa. 16841. | Merton, Emily Mae (I7267)
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| 395 | Emma Katherine Miller, 97, of Hollywood, MD., formerly of Bellefonte, passed away Tuesday, September 20, 2011, in Leonardtown, MD. Born in Lock Haven, PA., on December 2, 1913, she was a daughter of the late Ward and Florence (Heltman) Krape. She was married to Leroy Miller, who preceded her in death on December 24, 1999. She attended Penn State University and was a homemaker. She was a member of the Zion United Church of Christ. Emma is survived by her two daughters; Lois Miller Pippin, of Sherwood, AR., and Sandra K. (Richard) Prucha, of Hollywood, MD, two grandchildren; Brett (Angie) Prucha, and Brian Prucha, both of MD, and two great grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister, Ethel Krape (Ken) Beightol, of Duncansville, and one brother, Lowell T. (Nancy) Krape, of Bellefonte, and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by five siblings. Graveside services and burial will be held Monday, September 26, 2011, at 10:00 am, at Zion Union Cemetery in Walker Township, with Pastor Rob Tevis officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Zion Community Church, 3261 Zion Road, Bellefonte, PA 16823. | Krape, Emma Katherine (I12149)
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| 396 | Ernest D. Barto, 85, formerly of Pine Grove Mills, died Friday, May 16, 2008, at Epworth Manor Retirement Home, Tyrone. Born Sept. 12, 1922, in Pennsylvania Furnace, he was a son of Marshall and Ruth Gearhart Barto. On Feb. 18, 1946, he married Lois Schilling, who survives. He attended State College High School and served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a sergeant. He worked for Penn State for over 22 years and retired in 1984 as the manager and supervisor of the Meat Department. He was a life member and past president of the Pine Groves Mills Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 5825 and enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and gardening. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Charles E. Barto and his wife, Helen, of Tyrone; three daughters, Jo-Ann Dreibelbis and her husband, Albert Jr., of Pennsylvania Furnace, Irene Meeker, of Milesburg, and Janet Holderman and her husband, Donald, of Mount Union; as well as 12 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. He was predeceased by a brother, Eugene Barto. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, May 19, 2008, at Koch Funeral Home, 2401 S. Atherton St., State College. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at Pine Grove Mills Presbyterian Church, 150 W. Pine Grove Road, Pine Grove Mills, with the Rev. Carl Campbell officiating. Burial will be in Pine Grove Mills Cemetery. | Barto, Ernest Dewey (I648)
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| 397 | Ernest Milton "Ernie" Harpster January 6, 1938 - March 23, 2023 Gatesburg, Pennsylvania - Ernest Milton "Ernie" Harpster, 85, of Gatesburg, died on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College. Born January 6, 1938 in Bellefonte, he was the son of the late Robert M. and Florence A. Rossman Harpster. On February 13, 1960 he married Dora Lou Harpster, his wife of 63 years, who survives. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his five sons, Michael and his wife, Ruth, of Spring Mills, Joseph of Gatesburg, James of State College, Donald and his wife, Marsha, of Gatesburg and Gregory and his wife, Kristin of Pine Grove Mills; one sister, Dorothy Johnson of Gatesburg. He was the proud grandfather of seven grandchildren, Nicole Tice and her husband, Tyler, Kelly, Lindsey, Tyler and his wife, Margaret, Taylor, Michaela and Jason; two step-grandchildren, Alexandra Earnest and her husband, Benjamin and Nicholas McKee. Ernie was also a great-grandfather to Connor, Tanner, Aiden and Rowan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Geraldine Struble, and brothers Russell, Ralph and Allen. Ernie graduated from State College Area High School in 1955, served in the US Army Reserves from 1956-1998, retiring as a Chief Warrant Officer W4. He served four years of active duty with the 442nd FLD Service Company in Bellefonte and Philadelphia, 1983-1987. He worked as a radio, TV and appliance repairman from 1957-1962, then at HRB from 1962-1966, and at the Applied Research Lab (ARL) at Penn State University as an Engineering Aide until retiring in 1998. Ernie also was the proprietor of Woodchuckers Wood Burning Stove Sales from 1974-1984. Ernie was a Pennsylvania Hunter Safety Instructor, a life member of the NRA, PA Rifle & Pistol Association, member of VFW 5825 in Pine Grove Mills and a member of the American Legion Post 245 of State College, serving with the Honor Guard. He was also a life member of the Reserve Officers Association, a certified NRA rifle & pistol instructor as well as a certified 4-H shooting sports instructor. He served as a Senior Leader/Instructor of the Tussey Mountain Junior 4-H Riffle Club from its formation in 1971 until 2013. Ernie was a life member of the Gatesburg Lutheran Church, serving on the church council for several terms. He was also a member of the Gatesburg Historical Committee. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., on Monday, March 27, 2023 at Gatesburg Lutheran Church, 1924 West Gatesburg Road, Warriors Mark. Memorial service will follow at 2:30 p.m., at the church, with Pastor Susan Williamson officiating. Burial will be in Gatesburg Cemetery immediately following service. In Lieu of flowers please donate to Gatesburg Lutheran Church, 1924 W. Gatesburg Rd. Warriors Mark, PA 16877. | Harpster, Ernest Milton (I13814)
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| 398 | Estella "Stella" Confer Burman, 82, beloved wife of Henry M, Burman who preceded her in death in 2000, passed away after a brief illness, June 6, 2005 at the Mount Nittany Medical Center surrounded by her 4 children. Henry and Stella were married for 54 years. Born February 27, 1923 in Bellefonte, she was the daughter of Russell and Helen Lucas Confer. She was a graduate of Bellefonte High School class of 1941, and was one of the early female drum majors in the country, performing for the Bellefonte High School marching band for 4 years. She was also a graduate of the Metropolitan Hospital School of Nursing in New York, NY. On December 15, 1945 she married Henry Moore Burman. Stella is survived by her sister, Virginia Confer Ulrich, Bellefonte, sons Brian Burman and wife Kathy, Lilburn GA, Russell Burman and wife Robin, State College, daughters Barbara Ermol and husband Larry State College, and daughter Tina Burman, Allentown. Also surviving are 5 grandchildren, Paula McCartney, Kevin Ermol, Marnell Burman, Brianne Burman and CJ Burman, as well as 2 great-grandchildren, Lea and Ben McCartney. Stella found great pleasure in providing a fun and loving home. Her many interests included cooking for her family, collecting and displaying antiques, adopting and caring for stray animals that crossed her path and growing flowers and vegetables in her garden. She also took great interest in her families history. She was instrumental in the research and publication in 1996 of "Our Family .... the sowing of the seed", a detailed compilation of family genealogy. Service Thursday June 9, at W. Robert Neff Funeral Home, Howard, Rev. Thomas H. Jacobs officiating. Burial at Schencks Cemetery. [Centre Daily Times] | Confer, Estella (I13959)
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| 399 | Ethel Mae (Krape) Beightol, 95, Duncansville, passed away Thursday. She was born in Bellefonte, daughter of the late Ward and Florence (Heltman) Krape. Ethel was preceded in death by her husband of 73 years, Kenneth; an infant son, Ronald; and siblings: Paul and Lowell Krape, Jean Benford, Emma Miller, Sara Pletcher and Mary Lois Rine. Surviving is her son, Ronald’s, twin, Donald; and daughter, Debra Wade; and several grandchildren. At the request of the family, there will be no public service. Cremation services by Sorge Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., Hollidaysburg. | Krape, Ethel Mae (I12148)
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| 400 | Etta wrote a letter on March 30, 1915 to Congressman John J Casey asking him to do what he could to hurry Hulda's pension along. Etta wrote a letter on Sep 5, 1932 to the Pension Office on behalf of her mother requesting an increase from $40 to $50 per month. Killed in a car accident near Bloomsburg. | Hirlinger, Etta M (I187)
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