Westmoreland County PA Obituaries and Death Notices
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LaMantia, Anthony C.
Oct. 8, 1986
Anthony C. "Tony" LaMantia, 53, of Bolivar died Wednesday, Oct. 8, 1986 at St. Clair Memorial Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born Jan. 14, 1934, a son of the late Paul and Nancy (Lanzarotta) LaMantia. He was owner and operator of LaMantia Auto Products Co. Bolivar. He was a member of St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Bolivar. He was preceded in death by a sister, Nancy. He is survived by four brothers, Paul Jr. of New Florence, Andrew of Bolivar and Joseph D. and Samuel P both at home; two sisters, Marie (Mrs Robert) Cunningham of Robinson, and Margaret (Mrs. Paul) Saxton of Bolivar. Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday at St. Mary's church. Arrangements by J. Paul McCracken Funeral Home, Bolivar. Burial was in SS Simon & Jude Cemetery, Blairsville.
LaMantia, Nancy L.
April 6, 1980
LaMANTIA - Nancy L. 73, Bolivar died April 6, 1980 at home. Born Dec. 15, 1906 in Italy, daughter of late Andrew and Margaret Lanzarotta. Preceded in death by husband, Paul Sr. and grandson Robert. Survived by these children; Paul Jr. New Florence, Mrs. Marie Cunningham, Robinson, and Andrew, Mrs. Margaret Saxton, Anthony, Joseph and Samuel, all of Bolivar; also eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Sister of Natalie and Cosmo, both of Italy. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Edward J. Speidel Funeral home, Bolivar. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary's Church, Bolivar, the Rev. Ben Babula. Interment, SS Simon & Jude's Cemetery. Wake service at 8 p.m. Tuesday at funeral home. (Latrobe paper please copy)
Lear, Benjamin H.
Nov. 15, 1993
LEAR -Benjamin H. Lear 79 of Bolivar died Monday Nov. 15, 1993 at home. Mr Lear was born April 13, 1914 in Fairfield Twp., Westmoreland County son of Elmer and Molly Lear. He was a retired dispatcher for the Penn Central Railroad and a member of the First Church of Christ, West Bolivar. Survivors include his wife Helen Brett Lear; these children, Mrs. Carmen (Lorraine) Carbone, Greensburg, H. Duane, Blasdell N.Y. and Ronald L., Bolivar; eight grandchildren; several great grandchildren; a great great grandson. Also surviving are a sister and four brothers, Margaret Gamble and Earl, both of Bolivar, Samuel of Linesville, N.Y. and Vince and Robert, both of Bolivar RD 1. His brothers Frank, William, Clyde, Alvin and Donald and his sisters Florence, Claire "Sis" Busch and Hazel Schroyer preceded him in death. Services were held Thursday at McCracken Funeral Home, Bolivar, Rev. Richard Lear officiating. Interment was in Bethel Cemetery, Clyde. Memorial donations were suggested to the American Cancer Society.
Lear, Clyde H.
July 25, 1984
LEAR - Clyde H. 80, Robinson died July 25, 1984 at Lee Hospital. Born April 3, 1904 in Fairfield Twp., son of late Elmer and Mary (West) Lear. Preceded in death by three brothers and a sister. Survived by widow, former Mary Belle Boring, and these children; Richard, Batavia, N.Y.; Paul, Robinson and Shirley Rosenberger, Aurora, Ohio; also 11 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Brother of Ben, Bolivar, Samuel, Pitcairn, Vincent and Robert, both of West Bolivar, Earl, Bolivar, Margaret Gamble, Dilltown, Hazel Schroyer, Bolivar, and Clair Busch, Phoenix, Ariz. Retired employee of Garfield Refractories. Member of Laurel Valley Senior Citizens and Bolivar Senior Citizens. Friends received from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence, where service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday the Rev. Dale E. Rummel. Interment, Bethel Cemetery.
Lear, Earl L.
Nov. 24, 1996
LEAR - Earl L. 67 Bolivar, PA. died Sunday Nov. 24, 1996 at Lee Hospital, Johnstown. Born March 26, 1929 in Fairfield Twp. son of the late Elmer R. Lear and Mary Catherine "Molly" (West) Lear. Also preceded in death by six brothers; Clyde, William, Frank, Alvin, Benjamin and Donald Lear; three sisters; Hazel Schroyer, Florence Lear and Clair Busch. Survived by his wife of 22 years, Katherine "Katy" (Deemer) Lear; sister, Margaret "Meg" Gamble, Bolivar; brothers Samuel G. Lear Sr., Linesville, Pa. Vincent R. Lear and Robert G. Lear both of Bolivar RD 1 Prior to his retirement he had been employed by the security division of Moritz Security in Greensburg. He was a member of the First Church of Christ in West Bolivar and the Bolivar Senior Citizens. Friends will be received 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the J. Paul McCracken Funeral Home, Bolivar. Funeral service 11 a.m. Wednesday at the First Church of Christ, the Rev. Gabriel G. Mraz. Interment, Bolivar Westview Cemetery.
Lear, Helen G.
April 18, 1998
LEAR - Helen G. 83 Bolivar died Saturday April 18, 1998 at Lee Hospital. Born April 2, 1915 in Robinson, daughter of Albert H. Brett and Irene (Bryan) Brett Garland. Preceded in death by parents; husband Benjamin H. Lear who died in 1993; two brothers, Wayne and Guy ; and sister, Cleo Kerr. Survived by daughter, Mrs. Carmen (Lorraine) Carbone, Greensburg; sons H. Duane Lear, Blasdell, N.Y.; and Ronald L. Lear, Bolivar; eight grandchildren; and numerous great and great great grandchildren. Friends will be received from 1 p.m. until time of service at 2 p.m. Tuesday at J. Paul McCracken Funeral Home, Bolivar, the Rev. Richard E. Lear. Interment, Bethel Cemetery, New Florence. Memorial gifts may be made to First Church of Christ, Bolivar.
Lear, Jerry A.
March 31, 1986
LEAR Jerry A. 84, Robinson, died March 31, 1986 at Indiana Hospital. Born Sept. 18, 1901 in Derry Twp., Westmoreland County, son of late William and Margaret (Donahey) Lear. Preceded in death by wife, former Bessie Little; son Jerry A. Lear Jr.; daughter, Sarah Miller; and sister, Louise Doverspike. Survived by these children; Margaret E. Dominy, Clearwater, Fla.; Jean Miller, Seminole, Fla.; Shirley A. Stokes, Warren, Ohio; Linda Shetler, Robinson; and Wilbert I. "Wib" Lear, Bolivar; also 17 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. Member of Evangelical United Methodist Church, Robinson. Fifty-year member of Bricklayers and Allied Crafts, Local 4, Johnstown. Was Justice of the Peace for 30 years in West Wheatfield Twp. Friends received from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Speidel-McCracken Funeral Home, Bolivar. Funeral service at 11 a.m. Friday at Evangelical United Methodist Church, Robinson, the Rev. Aden Wertz. Interment, Blairsville Cemetery.
Lear, Marybelle
April 29, 1994
Marybelle (Mrs. Clyde H. ) Lear of Robinson died Friday, April 29, 1994 at Indiana Hospital, Indiana. She was born April 15, 1905 in Robinson a daughter of the late Abraham L. and Martha Armita (Timmeney) Boring. She was a member of Robinson, Church of the Brethern and Ladies Auxiliary to Duane Boring VFW Post 9310, Robinson. She was past present of County District 26 VFW Ladies Auxiliary. She was a member of Ladies Auxiliary to Charles Sutton American Legion Post 128, Bolivar, Seward Women's Club and Laurel Valley Senior Citizens. She was preceded in death by her husband Clyde H. Lear; a granddaughter, Sheila Lear; two sisters, Beatrice Gibson and Hilda Rodkey; and three brothers, Duane, Michael and Earl. She is survived by two sons, Charles R. of Batavia, N.Y. and Paul E. of Robinson; a daughter, Shirley (Mrs. Jack) Rosenberger, of Indianapolis, Ind.; 11 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren; five sisters, Florence Boring and Alberta Donahue, both of Robinson; Pauline Leary of New Florence RD 1; Sylvia Kennison of Smithton and Grace Howsare of Bedford. Friends were received at the Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence, where services were held Monday with the Rev. Dale E. Rummel officiating. Burial was in Bethel Cemetery.
Lear, Phillip W.
April 16. 1978
LEAR - Philip W. 76 West Bolivar died April 16, 1978 at home. Born March 5, 1902 in West Wheatfield Twp. son of late Frank and Ida Lear. Preceded in death by brother, Gilbert. Survived by widow, former Louise Crusan; daughter, Mrs. Nancy Hughes, New Florence RD 1; and son Donald, Wichita, Kan.; also eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Brother of Mrs. Viola Reed, West Bolivar. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Edward J. Speidel Funeral Home, Bolivar where service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, the Rev. Donald Stanley . Interment Fort Palmer Cemetery.
Lear, Robert G.
March 9, 2001
Robert G. Lear 75 of Bolivar RD 1 died Friday March 9, 2001 at the Bethlen Home, Ligonier. He was born Aug. 10, 1925 in Bolivar a son of the late Elmer Raymond and Mary Katherine "Molly" (West) Lear. He was a retired employee of the maintenance department of Ligonier Valley School District, having worked as a custodian at the Bolivar and Laurel Valley elementary schools. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II having served aboard the USS Earl K . Olsen. He was a member of Charles Sutton American Legion Post 128, Bolivar, and Duane Boring VFW Post 9310, Robinson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife. Tillie Louise (Fulcomer) Lear; eight brothers, Clyde, Bill, Frank, Alvin, Ben, Sam, Don and Earl and three sisters, Hazel, Florence and Edith. He is survived by five children, Anna C. of Bolivar, Bill Lear and wife Bonnie (Beane) of Hanover, Wis., James "Danny" Lear and wife Brenda (Akins) of Blairsville, Raymond "Mike" Lear and wife Ruth (Galbraith) of Ligonier and Paul Fulcomer and wife Diana (Albone) of Fredonia, N.Y.; seven grandchildren, Sherry Senft, Teresa, James, Jason, Jamie, Courtney and Kailee Lear; and two great grandchildren, Jessy Senft and Tylor Cleasby. Friends will be received Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence, where service will be held Monday at 11 a.m. with Pastor Dale Dudgeon officiating. Interment Germany Lutheran Cemetery.
Lear, Ronald L.
March 25, 2002
LEAR - Ronald L. 60 Bolivar died March 25, 2002 at UPMC Lee Regional. Born April 12, 1941 in Bolivar, Son of late Benjamin and Helen (Brett)Lear. Survived by wife of 38 years, Lana G. (Henderson) Lear; daughter Mrs. Wayne D. (Jill) Warfel, Armagh; granddaughters, Kelsey and Kassidy Warfel; brother, H. Duane Lear, Blasdell, N.Y. and sister Lorraine. Private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment, Fort Palmer Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to Tri-Community Ambulance, Bolivar, Pa. 15923 J. Paul McCracken Funeral Chapel Inc. Bolivar is in charge of arrangements.
Lear, Vincent R.
Dec. 31, 2002
LEAR - Vincent R. 80 of Bolivar died Tuesday Dec. 31, 2002 in Beacon Manor, Indiana. He was born Nov. 11, 1922 in Fairfield Twp. a son of the Late Elmer R. and Mary C. "Molly" West Lear. Prior to his retirement he had been employed by the former Haws Refractories of Johnstown and the Garfield Refractories in Robinson. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was a member of Bolivar First Church of Christ and Bolivar American Legion # 128. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Dorothy Reighard Lear; a daughter, Mrs. James (Lisa Ann) Tubay of Lancaster, Pa. ; two sons, Wesley W. (and his wife Beth Ann) Lear of Blairsville; and Russell E. Lear of Doylestown, Pa.; three grandchildren, Joseph and Heath Lear; and Monica Tubay; and a sister, Margaret J. :Peg" Gamble of Bolivar. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by nine brothers, Clyde, William, Frank, Alvin, Benjamin, Donald, Earl, Samuel and Robert Lear; three sisters, Hazel Schroyer, Edith Clare Busch, and Florence Lear. Friends will be received at the J. Paul McCracken Funeral Chapel, 536 Market St. Bolivar, Pa. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday where services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Jay Eastman officiating. Private interment will follow in Germany Lutheran Cemetery. Contributions may be made in his memory to Tri-Community Ambulance, Bolivar, PA. 15923.
Leroy, Angeline M.
March 5, 1981 - JOHNSTOWN TRIBUNE
Leroy - Angeline M 56, Bowsell RD 2 died March 5, 1981 at Lee Hospital. Born Feb. 13, 1925 in Johnstown, daughter of Benjamin and Nancy (Mitchell) Bowser. preceded in death by parents, husband, Leland B who died July 1957. sisters--Mary , Rose, Elda, and Melda-- and brothers--Isaac, Daniel, Emanuel, Benjamin, Thomas, and Harry. Survived by daughters, Alice, wife of Lawrence Owens, Rockville, Md. and Nancy, wife of Robert Kalina Jr. Bowsell RD 2, also four grandchildren--Vickie and Chris Owens and Missy and Bobby Kalina. Sister of Nora Moreland and Elma Adams, both of Windber. Member of Maple Springs Church of the Brethren. Family receiving friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at George E Mason Funeral Home, Davidsville, where service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, the Rev. Carroll S Ringgold. Interment Benshoff Hill Cemetery.
Lickenfelt, Anna Grace
Dec.5, 2001
LICKENFELT - Anna Grace 76, New Florence died Dec. 5, 2001 at Indiana Hospital. Born Aug. 24, 1925 in Bolivar daughter of late George and Anna (Boring) Baird. Also preceded in death by loving husband Carl W. Lickenfelt in February 2001; son Kenneth Lickenfelt; brothers, Blair, Merel and Art Baird; sisters Helen Henderson and Catherine Muir. Survived by children; Carol wife of Keith Cribbs, New Florence; Dawn, married to Angie Brain, Indian Rocks Beach, Fla. Sharon wife of Daryl Silk and Rick married to Jill Shermenti, both of New Florence; Deb married to Bud Piper, Bolivar; 17 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren. sister of George Baird, Bolivar; Donald Baird, Blairsville; and Leona Enck, New Florence. Member of First Church of Christ, West Bolivar. Anna Grace and Carl would have celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary following Carl's death in February. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence, where service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, pastor Rex R. Lichtenfels. Interment Germany Lutheran Cemetery.
Lickenfelt, Carl W.
Feb. 21, 2001
LICKENFELT - Carl W. 81, New Florence died Feb. 21, 2001 at UPMC Lee Regional . Born March 16, 1919 in Coral, son of late Charles and Elsie (McCollim) Lickenfelt. Also preceded in death by son, Kenneth Lickenfelt; brothers and sisters, Betty Lou Boyles, Charles Lickenfelt, Lawrence Krebs, Hilbert Lickenfelt, Elsie Pearl Boyles and Cecil Baird. Survived by wife, former Anna Grace Baird; and these children, Carol, wife of Keith Cribbs, New Florence; Don married to Angie, Indian Rocks, Fla; Sharon wife of Daryl Silk, New Florence; Rick married to Jill Shermenti; and Deb and fiancé, Bud Piper, all of New Florence; 18 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Brother of Gene Lickenfelt, New York; Helen Anderson, New Florence; Dwenlean Voytas, Seward; Geraldine Hollonbaugh, Blairsville; Walter "Manny" Boyles, New Mexico; and Laurabell Sigafoes, Blairsville. Death ends a marriage union of 59 years. Retired coal miner with 35 years of service. Member of UMWA. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence, where service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Pastor Rex R. Lichtenfels.
Lickenfelt, Kenneth H.
April 21, 1982
LICKENFELT - Kenneth H., 33, New Florence RD 1 died April 21, 1982 at Home. Born July 14, 1948 in West Wheatfield Twp., Indiana County, son of Carol W. and Anna Grace (Baird) Lickenfelt. Survived by parents, New Florence RD 2; widow former Sarah Ann Gilliland; and son Kenneth Noel. Brother of Donald, Florida; Mrs. Carol Rohrabaugh, New Florence RD 2; Mrs. Sharon Silk, New Florence RD 1; Rick New Florence RD 2; and Mrs Debbie Bouch, Armagh RD 1. Employed by Johnstown Works, US Steel Corp. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence where service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, the Rev. Kenneth Neal. Interment, Germany Lutheran Cemetery.
Lichtenfels, Dennis E.
Nov. 12, 2002
U.S. Air Force veteran, loved to hunt, fish, was a Steelers/Pitt Fan
Dennis E. Lichtenfels 47 of Robinson died Tuesday Nov. 12, 2002 at the Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown. He was born March 16, 1955 in Johnstown the son of Lester E. Lichtenfels of Robinson and the late Gloria J. (Mulligan) Lichtenfels. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He was a member of Charles Sutton American Legion Post 128 of Bolivar a social member of Duane Boring VFW Post 9310 of Robinson, member of Robinson Rod and Gun Club and Teamsters Local No. 926. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He liked to play spades with his family and was a dedicated Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Panthers fan. In addition to his father, he is survived by his loving wife, Nancy Yeager Lichtenfels; devoted father of Robert S. married to Shannon Brendlinger, Dustin S. and Jeffrey D. all of Robinson; Also two grandsons, Bryce T. and Kole R.; brother of Linda Shetler wife of Robert of Salisbury, Md. Kenneth, married to Linda Krouse of Robinson, Bonnie Brown wife of Roger, of Gas Center, and Corey of Robinson; and his trusted dog, Virgil. Friends will be received today from 1p.m. till the time of service at 2 p.m. at the Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence with the Rev. Allyn K. Giuffre officiating. Interment will be held in the Germany Lutheran Cemetery with a gravesite military rite by a local veterans organization. 2 Timothy 4:7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
Long, Clair C.
March 18, 2000
Ligonier Church of Christ member worked as a Civil Service contractor.
Clair C. Long 81 of Bolivar RD 1 died March 18, 2000 at Latrobe Area Hospital. Mr Long was born Feb. 1, 1919 in Fairfield Twp. , son of the late William and Mae McDermott Long. Mr Long worked as a contractor for the Civil Service for the U.S. government for 20 years. He was a member of the Ligonier Church of Christ. He was also a veteran of World War II, having served with the U.S. Army. Survivors include sisters, Ellen Harrover, Trafford and Nelle Miller, Cantwell, Alaska; brother, Walter Krouse and wife Anna, Greencastle; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by sisters, Erna Foster, Vivian Marsh, Cora Schermith and Edna Long; and brothers, Stewart, Melville, William and Sidney Long. Funeral services were held Wednesday at the J. Paul McCracken Funeral Home, Bolivar with Michael Yuhas officiating. Interment followed in Fort Palmer Cemetery, Bolivar. Memorial gifts may be made to Ligonier Church of Christ, P.O. Box 186, Ligonier, PA. 15658
Long, Mary Elizabeth (Wambaugh)
Nov. 21, 1977
LONG - Mrs Mary Elizabeth, 79, New Florence died Nov. 21, 1977 at Lee Hospital. Born June 15, 1898 in Lockport, daughter of Washington and Margaret (Mundorf )Wambaugh. Preceded in death by parents; husbands Joseph McElwee, and Alex Long; sister, Deane Wambaugh and son Washington Louis McElwee. Survived by these children: Glen McElwee Youngstown, Ohio, Alfred Eugene Long, New Florence, Margaret Thompson, Youngstown; Dorothy Colson, Seward; Dean Burkholder, Youngstown; Betty McDowell, Pampa, Tex and Alexander Long Florida; also 18 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Sister of Goldie James, Bolivar; Cora Rhodes, Ligonier and Susan Bernabo Pittsburgh. Member of New Florence Senior Citizens. Friends received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Kenneth N. Gray Funeral Home. Seward; where service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Brother Charles Cummings interment Grandview Cemetery.
Lynn, Margery Harper
The Independent Observer, Scottdale, PA
January 7, 1930
Obituary
Margery Harper Lynn, aged 78 years, wife of C.S. Lynn of Ruffsdale, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Herman C. Hepler, corner Spring Street and Edwin Avenue, this place, late last evening, after an illness of three weeks, while visiting with her daughter. She was a faithful member of the Christ Reformed Church of Ruffsdale of which church she had been a member for nearly 50 years. Mrs. Lynn was well known, being one of the oldest residents of the community, and highly respected by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband, C.S. Lynn, and seven sons and daughters; Swain Lynn, Wellsville, Ohio; Mrs. Sadie Latta, Irwin; Mrs. Ethel Carvey, Donora; Mrs. Allie Porter and Mrs. Grace Hepler, both of Scottdale; Samuel H. Lynn, Ruffsdale, and William E. Lynn, Wilkinsburg. Mrs. Lynn was the eldest child of the late Samuel and Sarah Harper of Flatwoods, in which family there were nine children. Two brothers survive, Hilliam H. Harper, Dickerson Run; and Spraks Harper, Orville, Ohio. One brother, Swain Harper, died in Connellsville just one week ago. Funeral arrangements will be announced later, pending the arrival of the family.
Luker, George William III
Sept. 16, 1986
LUKER - George William III, 15, months, New Florence RD 3, died Sept. 16, 1986 at Lee Hospital. Born June 8, 1985 in Johnstown son of George William Jr. and Rose Lynn (Boring) Luker. Survived by parents; brother, Michael; and sisters, Betty and Cala, all at home; also maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Othea Boring, New Florence, and paternal grandparents, George W. Luker Sr., Rochester, NY and Janet McGinnis, Seward. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence, were service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, the Rev. Richard Thompson. Interment, Bethel Cemetery.
Luker, Ray
April 10, 1981
Ray Luker died Friday morning, April 10, 1981 in Okeene, OK. Ray was cremated in Oklahoma City on Monday. There will be a Memorial Service at the Sisson Funeral Chapel, Thursday, April 16 at 11:30 a.m. the service will be conducted by Eddie Sisson and the public and friends are invited. Ray was born in Huff, Pa. July 30, 1909 and lived in Okeene for the past several years. He is survived by three sons, Carrol Dewayne, El Reno, William Sheraton and John Henry, Pennsylvania; five daughters, Cora Lewayne Luker, El Reno, Esther Mae Henderson, Myrtle Loraine McIntire, Mary Thelma Faben and Billie McKowan, all of Pennsylvania; two sisters, Elva Nailer and Erma Dunmeier.
Luker, Richard Harold
April 14, 1982
Richard Harold Luker 15, of New Florence RD 2, died Wednesday April 14, 1982 at Mercy Hospital, Johnstown. Mr Luker was born Jan. 18, 1967 in Batavia, N. Y.., son of George W. Luker, Batavia, and Janet M. Boring Luker McGinnis, New Florence RD 2. He was a student at United High School. Survivors include his stepfather, Sonny McGinnis, New Florence RD 2; sisters and brothers Patricia , George, Lillian, Randy, Chris and Cheryl, all of New Florence RD 2; maternal grandparents Harold and Agnes Boring, New Florence RD 2; Also surviving is maternal grandmother Marie Luker, Robinson. Services were held Saturday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence, Rev. William Sears officiating. Interment followed in Bethel Cemetery.
Mack, Kenneth L.
may 17, 1979
MACK - Kenneth L., 61, 839 Allyn St., Akron, Ohio formerly of Seward, died May 17, 1979, at Mercy Hospital. Born Jan. 7, 1918 in Seward, son of late Thomas and Laura (Penrose) Mack. Survived by widow, former Norma Jean Garland, and these daughters; Linda, wife of Marlin McGinnis, Bolivar RD 1; Shirley, wife of Harold Heming, New Florence RD 1; Stella, wife of Donald Marsh. Bolivar; Freda, wife of Kenneth Gindlesperger, Robinson; and Nancy wife of Ralph Turner, Johnstown; also 15 grandchildren. Brother of Mrs. Mary Dailey, Cuyahoga, Ohio, Mrs Bertha McGinty, California; and John, Johnstown. Owner of Scotty's Cafe and an income tax service, both in Akron. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence, where service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, the Rev. Jay Eastman. Interment, West View Cemetery.
Mack, Norma Jean (Garland)
McClarren, Martha Jane
June 19, 1999
Fairfield Twp. native was member of Community Bible Church, W. Bolivar
Martha Jane McClarren 79, of 665 Muir Road, Blairsville died Saturday June 19, 1999 at Lee Hospital, Johnstown. Mrs McClarren a member of Community Bible Church, West Bolivar, was born Christmas Day 1919 in Fairfield Twp., Westmoreland County, daughter of the late William Charles and Amelia Clark Baird. She enjoyed gardening. Surviving are her children Mrs. Glenn (Sandra Pearl) Syphrit, Mrs Rossie (Peggy) Lichtenfels and Mrs Dennis (Kendra) Shaffer, all of Robinson, and Mrs Jesse (Mary) McGarvey, Blairsville. Also four grandchildren; six great grandchildren.
Services were held Wednesday at Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence, Pastor Rex Lichtenfels officiating. Interment followed in Mount Tabor Cemetery, West Wheatfield Twp.
McClure, Mrs. Lillie (Cline)
Mrs. Lillie McClure of West Bolivar, died last Thursday in Savannah, Ga. She was born on Jan. 2, 1907 in Fairfield Twp. to the late Harry and Elizabeth Cline. Preceded in death by her husband Clarion, a sister, Mrs Myrtle Tedrow and a brother Scott Cline, she is survived by these children; Richard of Bolivar, Mrs. Lola McGraw of Robinson, Gary of Cleveland, Earl of Savannah, Ga. Gordon of West Bolivar and William of St. Petersburg, Fla.; 14 grandchildren; these brother and sisters; Mrs. Ida Riddle of Johnstown, Ohio, Mrs. Phoebe Welnell of St. Petersburg, Fla. Tressie Cline of Detroit, Mich. Harry of New Florence and John of Robinson. Funeral services were held at the Edward J. Speidel Funeral Home, Bolivar on Sunday with the Rev. Richard Lear in charge. Interment was in the Fort Palmer Cemetery.
McCreery, Mrs. Ross C.
Jan.20, 1980
Mrs. Ross C. (Mary Isabell) McCreery 94 of New Florence RD 1 died Sunday Jan. 20, 1980 at home.
Mrs. McCreery was born Jan. 7, 1886 in Lockport a daughter of the late Millard F. and Clara Belle (Harris) Shomo. She was a member of Bolivar Presbyterian Church and auxiliary to New Florence Post 307 American Legion. Mrs McCreery was preceded in death by husband Ross C. McCreery; sons Harry, Thomas and Eugene; daughter Anna Grace; and grandson Samuel Galbraith; also two brothers and two sisters. She is survived by daughter, Mrs. Clara Mae Shearer-Galbraith of New Florence RD 1; also six grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and a great great grandchild. She was a sister of James Shomo of New Florence RD 2; John Shomo of Bolivar RD 1; Millard Shomo of Bolivar; Mrs. Dorothy St. Clair of Bolivar RD 1 and Mrs. Beatrice Betz of Bolivar.
Friends will be received today Wednesday from 2:30 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence. service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday with the Rev. Donald Stanley and the Rev. R. Paul Beatty officiating. Burial will follow in West Fairfield United Presbyterian Cemetery.
McCullough, Miss Josephine
Connellsville Courier - December 11, 1918
Miss Josephine McCullough, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph McCullough of Scottdale
died yesterday morning at 4 o'clock at her home in Scottdale. Miss McCullough was
one of the faithful workers at the emergency hospital at Scottdale when she became ill.
She was a sister of Mrs. J. Clyde Whitely and Mrs. Frank Conway both of Connellsville.
McDermott, Marshall
1913 - Killed In Mine
Marshall McDermott is instantly Killed by a Fall of Rock While at Work in the Mine of the Lacolle Coal Company this Forenoon. Marshall McDermott aged 36 years son of the late Tipton B. and Mrs. Maria McDermott was instantly killed by a fall of rock while at work in the mine of the Lacolle Coal Mining Company at this place about 9 o'clock this forenoon. His head was crushed beyond recognition and one of his legs broken. The remains were brought to Vann's morgue and prepared for burial. Besides his mother he is survived by his widow and six children also by one brother, Charles of Bolivar and three sisters, Mrs. Thomas Forsythe and Mrs. Wm. Long of West Bolivar and Mrs. Robert Bennie of Chicago. Funeral arrangements have not yet been made but it will likely be on Sunday.
McDermott, Ronald E.
Jan. 9, 1994
Ronald E. McDermott 67 of Bonita Springs, Fla. and New Florence died Sunday Jan. 9, 1994 at North Collier Hospital, Naples, Fla. He was born April 4, 1926 in Bolivar a son of the late Charles and Edna Jane (Yeager) McDermott. He was a member of the New Florence United Methodist Church. He operated a barber shop in New Florence for 35 years. He was a veteran of world War II. He was a member of Hood-Vanatt American Legion Post 307 New Florence; Johnstown Music Society, Local 41 Loyal Order of Moose, Lodge 1782 Naples, Fla. and Acacia Lodge 355, F&AM, Blairsville. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Harold and Jack McDermott. He is survived by his wife Marilyn B. (Rhen) McDermott; a brother, Charles of Robinson; and a sister Patricia Wagner of Youngstown, Ohio.Friends were received at the Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home. New Florence, Where services were held Friday with the Rev. William Pieringer officiating. Burial was in Grandview Cemetery.
McIntire, Leonard W.
March 16, 1999
Member of Black Lick Free Methodist Church survived by wife, nine children
Leonard W. McIntire 54 of Black Lick died Tuesday March 16, 1999 at Latrobe Area Hospital. Mr. McIntire was born May 7, 1944 in Bolivar son of the late Alvie and Flora Boring McIntire. He was a member of the Black Lick Free Methodist Church. Surviving are his wife Clarie; children Lisa, Florida, Becky and Richard, Pittsburgh, and Mary, Leonard Jr., Marie, David, Alvin and Tesia, Black Lick; sisters Norma Rodkey, Clyde, Roberta Baird, New Florence and Emma, Warren, Ohio. Also surviving are six grandchildren. His brother Robert and his sister Catherine McGinnis preceded him in death.
Rev. Fred Craig will officiate at services today at 11 a.m. at Ferguson Funeral Home, Blairsville, with interment in Germany Lutheran Cemetery, West Wheatfield Twp.
McKinney, Harold E.
July 23, 2003
Army vet of Korean War, member of UMWA Local 1257 and Steelworkers
Harold E. McKinney, 70, New Florence died July 23, 2003 at Memorial Medical Center. Born Nov. 30, 1932 in New Florence, he was the son of the late William and Thelma Shirley, McKinney. A proud union supporter, he was a member of UNWA District 2 Local 1257 and AFL-CIO United Steelworkers.
An Army veteran of the Korean War, Mr. McKinney was a member of Duane Boring Post 9310, veterans of Foreign Wars, Robinson and an avid hunter and football fan with a special interest in United High School and Penn State teams. He enjoyed watching his grandsons play baseball and was a lifelong donor of blood for the American Red Cross. He was preceded in death by his twin sons, William and Henry; brothers, Sherman "Billy" and John; sisters, Irene and Mary Burkley; an old faithful pal, "Rusty". He was deeply devoted to his wife the former Emily M. St. Clair, whom he married Dec. 30, 1955.
Also survived by children Harold L. married to Bambi Johns, Enola, and Ann wife of John Rougeaux, Indiana; grandsons, Patrick and Brandon McKinney, Blairsville and John and Jake Rougeaux, Indiana; step grandson, Mark Crummett, Blough.
Also sisters and brothers Vivian 'Betty' Shaftic and Sondra Boring, Bolivar; George, twin Harry and Nancy Silk, New Florence; Paul, Robinson; Clifford, Lockport; Sally Gademsey, Blairsville; sister-in-law Claudia Shoenfelt, Blairsville, 'best friend' Buddy.
Services were held Sunday at Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence with Barry Poglein officiating. Interment was in Isabelle Cemetery. Military graveside rites were by local veterans organizations.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Shrine, 512 W. Saratoga St. Baltimore, Md. 21201 or Tri-Community Ambulance Association, Third and Market Streets, Bolivar, Pa 15923.
McMahon, Florence M. (Short)
June 27, 1992
Tarentum - Florence M. (Short) McMahon 64 of 140 Mills St. Extension, Tarentum died Saturday (June 27, 1992) at 1:20 a.m. in Highland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Brackenridge where she was admitted May 13. She had been ill the past four years. Born April 30, 1928, in Bolivar she lived in Tarentum the past 43 years. She was a member of Frist Christian Church, Tarentum. Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Grant F. McMahon ; four sons, Patrick A. McMahon at home, William P. McMahon of Hastings, Donald R. McMahon of Centralia, MO. and Ronald K. McMahon of Elmora; four daughters, Mrs. James (Joanne) Prasko of Hastings, Mrs. Larry (Barbara J.) Lorensen of Mexico, MO., Mary Lou Pringle of Meadville, and Judy McMahon at home. 13 grandchildren; and two sisters, June Nixon of Robinson and Margaret Henderson of Bolivar.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Philip A. and Hazel I. (Eales) Short; two brothers, Joseph T. and Harry W. Short and two sisters Rebecca S. Howard and Olive I. Short.
A private family visitation only will be held Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the Albert H. Duster & Sons Funeral Home, Tenth Ave. at Corbet St., Tarentum, where private family services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. Officating will be her pastor the Rev. Edward Cadwallader. Private burial will be in Fort Palmer Cemetery, Fairfield Township.
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McMahon, Grant F.
March 3, 1999
Tarentum - Grant F. McMahon 75 of Mill Street Extension, Tarentum died at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday (March 3, 1999) in Haida Nursing Home, Elder Township. He had been ill the past five years. Born June 22, 1923 in Bolivar, he lived in Tarentum most of his life. Mr. McMahon was a World War II Army veteran.
He was an employee of Tarentum Borough for 40 years before his retirement in 1985. Mr. McMahon was a member of the Slovak Club in Barnesboro.
He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Survivors include four sons, Patrick A. McMahon of Barnsboro, William P. McMahon of Portage, Donald R. McMahon of Centralia, MO. and Ronald K. McMahon of Marsteller; four daughters Mrs. James (Joanne) Prasko of Hastings, Mrs. Larry (Barbara J) Lorensen of Mexico , MO, Mary Lou Pringle of Meadville, and Judith Lea McMahon, at home; 13 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Mr. McMahon was preceded in death by his wife Florence M. (Short) McMahon in 1992 and his parents, William P. (Peter William) and Maude Ann( James) McMahon. Relatives and Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the DUSTER FUNERAL HOME INC. 10th Ave. at Corbet street, Tarentum where funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday. Private burial will be in Fort Palmer Cemetery, Fairfield township.
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McMahon, Maude Ann (James)
1950
Bolivar Native Fatally Injured in Road Crash
A native of Bolivar died Saturday of injuries received in a traffic accident in Kittanning. The dead woman is Mrs. Maude A. McMahon 45, wife of William (Peter William) McMahon, Natrona. The mishap occurred last Thursday at 8:30 p.m. when the light auto in which Mrs. McMahon was a passenger was struck by a heavy truck. Her husband was injured in the crash. Mrs. McMahon was born in Bolivar, Aug 20, 1905 a daughter of Lewis G. James and the late Mrs. James. She had lived in the Natrona area for the past 22 years.
Newspaper clipping - Natrona Pair In Crash; Wife Critically Hurt
A Natrona woman injured with her husband when their light car was demolished by a semi-trailer truck at the interection of Highways 28 and 422 west of Kittanning Thursday, today was in critical condition in Armstrong County General Hospital. Mrs. William P. (Peter William) McMahon of River avenue Natrona was still unconscious with critical injuries received in the accident. Her husband, driver of their British built Hillman car, was discharged from the hospital after he was a patient there for a day. The couple was returning from Brookville, where they went for a drive to see the autumn color in the Cook Forest area on Mr. McMahon's day off from work in Brackenridge plant of Allegheny Ludlum Steel Corp. The McMahon's were making a left turn into Highway 422 when their car was hit by an approaching fuel truck, driven by Charles W. Smith 24 of Kutztown, PA. Mrs McMahon this morning was reported still unconscious. She is known to have a fractured nose, dislocated wrist and severe cuts of the eye, forehead, arms and legs. Her condition thus far has not yet permitted x-Ray examination. Mr McMahon who is now at the home of his only son Grant in West Seventh avenue Tarentum received three fractured ribs and cuts on his face, elbows and legs. Their small sedan was completely demolished by the impact with the semi-trailer type truck.
March 6, 1981
McMaster, William Edger 65 New Florence RD 2 died March 6, 1981 at Lee Hospital. Born Jan. 25, 1916 in Fairfield Twp., son of Mohney and Bell (Muir) McMaster. Preceded in death by father; sisters, Iva Lynn, Jane Crowe and Cathryn; and brother, James. Survived by mother, Ligonier, and widow former Mary Grace Claycomb. Brother of Robert, Ligonier; Wayne, Ligonier RD 3, Earl Ligonier RD 1; Mrs. Alberta Smith, Boynton Beach, Fla.; Mrs. Ellen Secrist, Ligonier; and Mrs. Lois Ritenour, Derry. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence, where service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, the Rev. Larry McDonnell. Interment, Germany Lutheran Cemetery.
Miller, Mrs. Dorothy Ann
Indiana Democrat - Aug. 19, 1936
Mrs. Dorothy Ann Miller, aged 20 years , of 151 N. Morrow street, died at the Latrobe Hospital Wednesday August 12, at 8:10 o'clock after an operation for a goiter. She had been ill for four months. Mrs. Miller was born August 6, 1916 (wrong date should be Aug 20) at Waterman, Pa. the daughter of Charles W. Black and LuLu Uncapher Black now of Socialville. She is survived by her parents, her husband and the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. June Noenberg, Scranton; Mrs. Ethel Gower, Clarksville; Misses Clarice, Betty and Ruth of Socialville. Walter of Revloc, Merle of Scranton and Ernest at home. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 2:30 at the parents home at Socialville. Mrs. Miller was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church of Blairsville, but in the absence of her pastor, Rev. C. P. Salladay, the Rev. Jas. C. Stuart, pastor of the First Presbyterian church had charge of the services. Burial was made in Blairsville cemetery.
Miller, Nellie F.
April 15, 2000
MILLER - Nellie F. 79, Cantwell, Alaska formerly of Bolivar died April 15, 2000 at Latrobe Area Hospital. Born March 9, 1921 in Bolivar, daughter of late William and Mae (McDermott) Long. Also preceded in death by husbands, James C. "Whitey" Miller and Glenn Laughry; sisters, Erna Foster, Vivian Marsh, Cora Schersmith and Edna Long; and brothers, Stewart, Melville, William, Sidney and Clair Long. Survived by daughter, Georginna Wheeler, Anchorage, Alaska; sons James L. Miller, Cantwell, and Ronald E. Miller, Anchorage, grandson William R. Wheeler; sister, Ellen Harrover, Trafford; and brother, Walter Krouse, and wife Anna, Greencastle; also many nieces and nephews. Prior to her retirement, she worked for the Torrance State Hospital as a practical nurse for 23 years. Member of Church of Christ, Cantwell. A service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at J. Paul McCracken Funeral Home Inc., Bolivar, Michael Yuhas officiating. A memorial service will be held in Cantwell at a later date. memorial gifts may be made to Ligonier Church of Christ, P.O. Box 186, Ligonier, PA. 15658.
Muir, Arnold R.
Dec. 31, 1993
MUIR - Arnold R. 92, Bolivar RD 1 died Dec. 31, 1993 at home. Born Sept. 6, 1901 in Fairfield Twp., Westmoreland County, son of late Charles and Ida (Riddell) Muir. Also preceded in death by wife former Edith Henderson, May 1964; brothers, Britton and Taylor, and sister, Dorothy Graham. Survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence where service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday the Rev. H. Jordan Truman. Interment Fort Palmer Cemetery.
Muir, Charles H.
The Johnstown, PA "Tribune-Democrat" issue of 24 Feb. 1959, p. 16, col. 2
MUIR - Charles H. 81, Longwood Fla. formerly of Bolivar died Feb. 23, 1959 at home of son, Taylor in Longwood. Born March 19, 1877 in Bolivar son of Walter P. and Eliza (Henderson) Muir. Survived by these children; Arnold, Bolivar; Dorothy, wife of Dell Graham, Bolivar; Britton, El Cajon, Calif. and son mentioned; also 4 grandchildren. Service at 2 p.m. Thursday in Longwood. Interment Longwood Cemetery.
Muir, George
Jan. 16, 1913
George Muir who was killed in the mines as noted in these columns last week was buried Sunday afternoon. Funeral service was held in the Church of Christ, West Bolivar, conducted by Walter Muir, of Blairsville. Mr. Muir was a son of the late George and Janet Muir and was born in Fairfield Twp. in 1860. He was one of a family of twelve children, seven of whom survive him as follows: Walter, Alex, Robert, William and Mrs. Fred Foust all of Fairfield Twp. James of Wallaceton, Clearfield County and Mrs. John W. Luther of Pittsburgh. He is also survived by four children, Mrs. Frank Henderson of Fairfield Twp., Flossie, Belle and Alex at home. Mr. Muir was a member of the Church of Christ, the Junior Order of United American Mechanics, the Patriotic Order Sons of America, and took an active interest in all, as well as anything that was for the wellfare of the community.
Muir, George Leslie
April 5, 1962
Muir, George Leslie, 79, Bolivar RD1, died April 5, 1962 at home. Born in Fairfield Twp. Nov. 17, 1882 son of Robert and Orpha Jeannette (Wynn) Muir. Preceded in death by wife former Margaret Bertha Griffith; three daughters, Christine, married to Frank Carmichael; Emigh; wife of Alvin Payne, and Dorinda, wife of Anthony Bernabo and three infant daughters .Survived by daughter Mrs Orpha Marino, Bolivar RD1 ; also 17 grandchildren and 24 great- great grandchildren. Brother of Mrs Alice Henderson, Bolivar; Mrs Hazel James, Natrona Heights, and Mrs Lena Stiffey, Pitcairn. Friends received 7 to 10 pm Thursday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 10 pm Friday in the John A Featherson Funeral Home, Bolivar. Service at 2 pm Sunday at Church of Christ, West Bolivar; The Rev. Walter Howard; Interment Bolivar Cemetery.
Muir, James Everett
The Johnstown, PA. "Tribune-Democrat" issue of 22 Apr 1959, p. 42, col. 2
MUIR - James Everett 80, Bolivar died Apr. 21, 1959 in his home. Born Apr. 10, 1879 in Fairfield Twp., Westmoreland County son of Walter and Eliza D. (Henderson) Muir. Survived by daughters Mrs. Lillian Wakefield, Mrs. Alice Nixon and Mrs. Marie Cline all of Bolivar; 10 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. Friends received after 2 p.m. Wednesday in late residence, service at 2 p.m. Friday in Bolivar United Presbyterian Church, Rev. Donald Lammers. Interment, Ft. Palmer Cemetery. Arrangements in charge of R.S. Wagner Funeral Home, New Florence.
Muir, Jean M.
Feb. 1, 1985
Jean M. (Mrs. Arthur) Muir 65, of West Bolivar, died Friday Feb. 1, 1985 at Lee Hospital, Johnstown. She was born Oct. 30, 1919 in Fairfield Twp. a daughter of the late George H. and Nora (Betts) Flickinger. He is survived by her husband Arthur 'Butch' Muir ; six daughters, Linda (Mrs. Matthew) Machak of Seward; Jane (Mrs. Donald) Deemer of Bolivar; Helen (Mrs. Robert) Hollen of Johnstown; Carol (Mrs. Robert) Frain of West Bolivar; Diana (Mrs. William) McGinnis of New Florence RD 2 and Nancy (Mrs. William) Arford of Robinson; 16 grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Marie Henderson of West Bolivar;Mrs. Ruth Mundorff of Bolivar RD 1; and Mrs. Gladys Spaugy of Anchorage, Alaska; and three brothers, Joseph 'Buss' Betts of Ligonier; Robert Betts of West Bolivar; and Merlin T Betts of St. Louis, MO. Funeral Services were held Monday at First Church of Christ, West Bolivar with the Rev. Richard Lear officiating. Arrangements by Edward J. Speidel Funeral Home, Bolivar. burial was in Westview Cemetery.
Muir, Margaret Bertha (Griffith)
May 16, 1960
Muir - Mrs. Margaret Bertha (Griffith) 74 Fairfield Twp. died at 2:55 p.m. May 16, 1960 in her home. Born Nov. 28, 1885 daughter of Matthew and Agnes (Snyder) Griffith. Preceded in death by four infant children and three daughters; Christine; wife of Frank Carmichael; Amy wife of Alvin Payne and Dorinda wife of Anthony Bernabo. Survived by husband George Leslie and daughter Mrs. Orpha Marino, Bolivar RD 1. Sister of Saraella Dougherty, Altoona, Bennett, Jeannette and Mrs. Dorinda Cunningham and Donrolph both of Bolivar Also survived by 17 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Friends received after 1 p.m. Tuesday at Featherson Funeral Home Bolivar. service at 2 p.m. Thursday in Christian Church. West Bolivar, Rev. Walter Howard, New Florence RD 2 Interment West View Cemetery, Bolivar.
Muir, Miss Mary
The Johnstown, PA. "Tribune-Democrat" issue of 3 March 1955, p. 28, col. 1
MUIR - Miss Mary E. 72 of West Bolivar died Mar. 2, 1955 at home. Born 12, 1882 in Fairfield Twp. a daughter of Walter P. and Eliza (Henderson) Muir. Survived by two brothers, Charles, Bolivar RD and Everett, Bolivar. Friends received at home of John Cline, Bolivar. Service at 2 p.m. Saturday at West Bolivar Church of Christ. Interment, United Presbyterian Cemetery, West Fairfield. Arrangements in charge of R. S. Wagner Funeral Home, New Florence.
Muir, Newton William
The Johnstown, PA "Tribune" issue of 22 July 1952, p. 20, col. 3
MUIR - Newton William 67 Fairfield Twp. Westmoreland County died July 21, 1952 at his home. Born Oct. 20, 1884 a son of Walter and Eliza (Henderson) Muir. Survived by widow, Hannah (West) Muir; three children Mrs. Cora Ribbet and Frank both of Fairfield Twp. and Ernest at home. Brother of Charles, Everett and Mary Muir all of Fairfield Twp.. Friends received at late home, where service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday. Interment West Fairfield Cemetery. Arrangements in charge of R. S. Wagner Funeral Home, New Florence.
Muir, Ralph B.
THE LATROBE BULLETIN---TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1982 - Adams Library Micro Film Records
Ralph B. Muir, 88 of Bolivar RD 1 died unexpectedly Oct. 10, 1982 at his home where he resided 57 years. Born Aug. 5, 1894 in Fairfield Twp. he was son of the late David C. and Lydia A. West Muir. He was preceded in death by his wife, Annie L. Smith Muir. He was a retired farmer and night watchman. Surviving are three children, Boyd L. of Ligonier RD 1, Eugene of New Florence RD 1 and Mrs. Henry I. (Hazel) Palmer of Bolivar RD 1; seven grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Family will receive friends from 2 to 9 p.m. Monday and Tuesday in Owen Wolford Funeral Home, Ligonier. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. William H. Jacobs officiating. Interment will follow in Fort Palmer Cemetery.
Muir, Walter P.
Nov. 2, 1994
MUIR - Walter P. 'Butch' 82, New Florence RD 2 died Nov. 2, 1984 at Lee Hospital. Born April 8, 1902 in Fairfield Twp. son of late William F. and Della (Penrod) Muir. Preceded in death by wife former Sarah L. Steffey and four brothers and four sisters. Survived by these children; Robert married to former Martha George, Blairsville RD 3; Gladys wife of Samuel Yeager, New Florence RD 2; Shirley wife of William Hosfelt, Ligonier RD 2; Mildred wife of Charles Short, Bolivar RD 1; Denver married to former Frances Goldstein, Melrose park, Ill.; Leroy married to former Marjorie Edwards, Blairsville RD 1; and Harriet wife of Dennis Payne and Harry married to former Gail McGee, both of New Florence RD 2; also 23 grandchildren and five great grandchildren; and six step grandchildren and three step great grandchildren. Member of First Church of Christ, West Bolivar. retired farmer, miner and retired employee of United School District. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence. Viewing will be held from 10 until time of service at 11 a.m. Monday at First Church of Christ, West Bolivar, the Rev. Kenneth Neal. Interment Westview Cemetery.
Mundorff, Jack
Dec. 27, 1992
Jack Mundorff 73, Bolivar RD 1 died Sunday Dec. 27, 1992 at Presbyterian University Hospital, Pittsburgh. The son of John and Margaret Yeager Mundorff he was born March 29, 1919 in Fairfield Twp. Mr Mundorff was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Bolivar. Prior to his retirement he had been employed as a coal miner for Florence Mining. Surviving are his wife Katherine Gross Mundorff; these children, Mrs. Bruce (Helen) Faith, Blairsville RD 1; Bruce C., Mohawk N.Y., John C, Bolivar RD 1, Keith A, York; and Scott C., Mount Joy; eight grandchildren and these brothers and sisters Virginia Kinsey, New Florence; Susan Zufall, St. Petersburg, Fla. and David 'Fritz', Bolivar RD 1. He was preceded in death by a son Matthew Mundorff and a brother Paul Mundorff. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 7-9 today in the J. Paul McCracken Funeral Home, Bolivar where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Mary's Catholic Church, Bolivar, with the Rev. Simeon Marro. O. Carm., as celebrant. Interment will follow in Bolivar Westview Cemetery.
Mundorff, John M.
March 4, 1986
John M. Mundorff 97, of Wedge Nursing Home, New Florence RD 1 died Tuesday, March 4, 1986 at Latrobe Area Hospital. A son of William S. and Susan Burkett Mundorff, he was born May 8, 1888 in Bolivar. Mr Mundorff was a retired carpenter. Surviving are these children; Virginia Kinzey, New Florence; Jack and David 'Fritz' both of Bolivar; Susan Zufall, St. Petersburg, Fla. ; 16 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maggie M. Yeager Mundorff; a son Paul; one grandson; two brothers and four sisters. Friends will be received from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday and from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday in the Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home , New Florence, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday. Rev. Kenneth Neal will officiate and interment will be in West View Cemetery.
Mundorff, Matthew M.
May 27, 1983
MUNDORFF - Matthew M. 31 Lancaster formerly of Bolivar died May 27, 1983 at University Hospital, Minneapolis, Minn. Born Dec. 16, 1951 in Fairfield Twp. son of Jack and Katherine (Goss) Mundorff. Survived by parents, Bolivar RD 1; widow former Denise A. Shaulas who was formerly of Seward; and paternal grandfather, John Mundorff, New Florence RD 1, Brother of Bruce, Mohawk, N.Y. and John, Keith, Mrs. Bruce (Helen) Faith and Scott all of Bolivar RD 1. He
Was a 1969 graduate of Laurel Valley High School. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Edward J. Speidel Funeral Home, Bolivar. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mary's RC Church, Bolivar. Father Ben Babula. Interment Armagh Cemetery. Vigil service at 7 p.m. Monday at funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Matt Mundroff Memorial Fund, in care of U.S. National Bank, Seward, PA. to be used for furnishings at bone-marrow transplant Station No. 41 at University Hospital.
Mundorff, Paul B.
Dec. 4, 1974
Paul B. Mundorff 6, Bolivar died Wednesday Dec. 4 , 1974 at Children's Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born Jan. 29, 1968 in Germany, he was a son of Paul and Vicki Cline Mundorff. Surviving are his parents; a brother, Seth; paternal grandparents, Arthur and Nora Henderson; and maternal grandparents, Lohn and Emma Cline. Friends will be received after 7 p.m. Friday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Edward J. Speidel Funeral Home, Bolivar. Services will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the First Church of Christ, Bolivar with the Rev. Charles Owston officiating. Interment will be in Ft. Palmer Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Children's Hospital, Pittsburgh.
In loving Memory of
Mrs. Florence M. McMahon
Date of Birth
April 30, 1928
Date of Death
June 27, 1992
Service
Tuesday, June 30, 1992
at 11:00 a.m.
Albert H. Duster & Sons Funeral Home
347 East Tenth Avenue
Tarentum, PA.
Clergy
Rev. Edward Cadwallder, Pastor
First Christian Church
Tarentum, PA.
Private Interment
Fort Palmer Cemetery
In Loving Memory of
Mr. Grant F. McMahon
Born: June 22, 1923
Died : March 3, 1999
Service
Duster Funeral Home Inc.
347 East Tenth Avenue
Tarentum, Pa.
Saturday March 6, 1999
at 11:00 a.m.
Private Vurial in
Ft. Palmer Cemetery
Fairfield Twp. Pa.
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