BAKER - Margaret L. (Koffman)

BAKER - Margaret L. (Koffman), 74, Alwine Road, Boswell, died July 3, 2006, at Siemon Lakeview Manor Estate, Somerset. Born Jan. 5, 1932, in Ralphton, daughter of John and Margaret L. (Pizer) Koffman. Preceded in death by parents; infant daughter, Melissa Ann Baker; son-in-law, James Deist; very beloved twin sister, Emily Coddington; sisters, Anna May Ohler and Betty Jane Koffman; brothers, Robert, Walter, Harold, Telford and Richard Koffman; sister-in-law, Donna (Kipp) Baker; and mother- and father-in-law, Pearl Edith (Burkett) and Arthur Cleveland Baker. Survived by husband of 55 years, Donald E. Sr.; children, Shirley Deist, and her special friend, Mike Ogline, Boswell; Donald Baker Jr., married to former Patricia Lankey, Somerset; Betty, married to Robert Charlton, Boswell; Diane, married to Jeff Sopich, Gray; Cathy, married to Ron Hileman, Gray; John, married to former Shannon Timulak, Gray; Telford, married to former Terri Moskey, Boswell; Emily, married to Louis Alongis, Bakersville; and Richard, married to former Rosie Sopich, Boswell; 25 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brothers, Kenny Koffman, Adrin, Pa., and June Koffman, and wife, Betty, Blairsville; sisters, LaVern, married to Freeman Coddington, Friedens, and Marion Oaks, Central City; brothers-in-law, Carl Coddington, Bakersville; James Baker, Boswell; Kenneth Baker, and wife, Kay, Friedens; Arthur Baker Jr., and his friend, Judy, Boswell; and Bruce Baker, and wife, Janet, Boswell; and sister-in-law, Shirley, married to Robert Speelman, Somerset. She loved listening to all kinds of music, especially Elvis Presley. She also enjoyed collecting Elvis memorabilia, feeding and watching birds and cooking and baking for her family. Viewing from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Hoffman Funeral Home -- Cremation Services, Main Street, Boswell, where service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, the Rev. Barry K. Ritenour officiating. Interment, Jenner Crossroads Cemetery.



BERKEY - Marian E.

BERKEY - Marian E., 82, Meadville, and formerly a longtime Johnstown resident, died Friday, June 16, 2006. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 15, at Maple Grove Church of the Brethren, Johnstown.



BERLEUE - Robert Allan Jr.

BERLEUE - Robert Allan Jr., 53, Ebensburg, died July 3, 2006, at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. Born May 1, 1953, in Johnstown, son of Robert Allan Sr. and Delillius (Bender) Berleue. Preceded in death by father. Survived by mother; wife, the former Susan Peterson of Ebensburg; and daughter, Sarah Berleue; stepchildren, Malibu, and husband, Ben Glenn, and James Cross Jr.; grandchildren, Dirk, Braden, Emma Glenn and Blake Cross; and brother, Floyd Berleue, Nebraska. Robert is an Air Force veteran, having served seven years during Vietnam. A corrections officer at Somerset Prison. Friends will be received from 2 p.m. until time of funeral service at 4 p.m. on Saturday at the Askew-Houser Funeral Homes Inc., Ebensburg, the Rev. Roger Johnson officiating. Interment, Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia. In lieu of flowers, donations in Robert's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society.



COX - Ronald Jr.

COX - Ronald Jr., 38, of Yuma, Ariz., formerly of Johnstown, died July 1, 2006. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 11, at Moskal Funeral Home, West End, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 12. Complete obituary will be in Sunday's newspaper.



DOLINSKY - Stephen J. Jr.

DOLINSKY - Stephen J. Jr., 81, of Lititz, passed away on July 5, 2006, at Lancaster General Hospital, following a brief illness. Born in Johnstown, he was the son of Stephen J. Sr. and Irene Lipter Dolinsky. He is survived by his wife, Janet L. Polca Dolinsky, Lititz, to whom he would have been married for 50 years in September. He was a 1944 graduate of Johnstown High School and served in the U.S. Army. Stephen retired from Armstrong, Lancaster, and was formerly employed by Bethlehem Steel Corp. in Johnstown. He was a member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lititz. He is also survived by his daughter, Diane L., wife of Jere T. Kochel, Lititz; granddaughter, Amy Kochel; brother, Robert, husband of Gloria Dolinsky, Levittown; and one niece. Stephen was preceded in death by a sister, Margaret O. Dolinsky. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his memorial service on Tuesday, July 11, 2006, at 2 p.m. from St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 200 W. Orange St., Lititz, Pa., with Pastor Linda C. Hanus officiating. There will be a time of visitation with the family following the service. Contributions may be made in his memory to St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 200 W. Orange St., Lititz, Pa. 17543. Arrangements by Richard H. Heisey Funeral Home, Lititz.



EVON - Joseph Michael

EVON - Joseph Michael "Mick", born July 22, 1942, in Lilly, Pa., to Joseph E. Evon and Dorothy Carruthers Evon, died July 1, 2006, in Kingwood, Texas. Raised in the small coal-mining town of Gallitzin, Pa., Mick graduated from Greater Gallitzin Joint High School in 1960 and from Penn State University in 1964 with a B.S. degree in engineering. He met his true love, Karen Rhodes Evon, while working for Exxon in Illinois and they were married June 28, 1964. Marriage and school inspired Mick to obtain a master's degree, which allowed him to advance and become vice president of Exxon Production Department. Employment gave Mick and Karen an opportunity to see the world and work in many exciting places, such as Russia, Africa, the Middle East, Norway and Malaysia. Mr. Evon became president and general manager of BHP, and was based in Australia and London. He retired at age 54 to devote special time to his wife and family. Mr. Evon is preceded in death by his wife, Karen; his father, Joseph E. Evon; and nephew, Patrick Casey. He is survived by his mother, Dorothy Evon; sisters, Linda Rose and Kathryn "Kitty" Kavanshansky, and her husband, Roger; niece, Stacey Briskin (Brett), and their children, Connor, Garrett and Cambria, and nieces, Michelle Casey, Kathy Rejcek (Chris), and their daughter, Raelyn; Karen's sister, Patsy Smith (Kaye), and their daughter, Patti Kaye Hampsten (Randy), and daughter, Sara Kaye; sister, Janice Luckert (Ralph), all of Illinois; and many relatives in Pennsylvania. Mick was dearly loved and will be missed by all. He will be interred in Illinois next to his wife, Karen. He is now happily reunited with the love of his life. In lieu of flowers or other memorials, please remember Mick in your prayers and in the ways he touched your life.



FOCKLER - Robert K.

FOCKLER - Robert K., 78, of Specialty Lifecare Services, died July 3, 2006. Friends received from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at John Henderson Co. Funeral Home, 215 Central Ave., where funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday.



GASTON - Joseph P.

GASTON - Joseph P., 86, of Alverda, Pa., died Tuesday, July 4, 2006, at Indiana Regional Medical Center. Mr. Gaston loved playing his violin and played in the "Rails of Bluegrass Band." Friends will be received on Friday, July 7, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Bence Funeral Home in Clymer. His funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Church of the Resurrection - Heilwood site. Interment will follow in St. Nicholas Cemetery in Cambria County.



GRATIS - Michael G.

GRATIS - Michael G., 68, Buzzards Bay, Mass., died at home June 16, 2006. Michael was born in Windber and graduated from Windber High School in 1955. USAF veteran. Preceded in death by parents, Mildred (Ohler) and Michael Gratis. Survived by wife of 47 years, Theresa M. (Labretto) Gratis; son, Michael J.; sisters, Mary Dorothy Fetzko, Landover, Md., and Charlotte Little, Thorafare, N.J.; brother, Edward, High Fall, N.Y., and aunt, Arbutus Ohler, Windber.



HASLETT - S. Elizabeth

HASLETT - S. Elizabeth "Betty", 91, died on July 2, 2006, in Raleigh, N.C. Born in Johnstown, she was the wife of the late Bruce E. Haslett, a retired Bethlehem Steel executive. Mrs. Haslett is survived by her son, Richard; daughter, Katherine Steiner; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to The Church of Regal Palms, 300 Lake Ave. NE, Largo, Fla. 33771.



HOFFMAN - Aurelia I. (Seltzsam)

HOFFMAN - Aurelia I. (Seltzsam), 92, of Ebensburg, passed away July 4, 2006, at Memorial Medical Center. Born Jan. 22, 1914, in Wurzburg, Germany. Preceded in death by husband, Melvin Hoffman, and son, Peter Jeanrond, who died in Germany. Survived by daughter-in-law, Brigitte Jeanrond of Germany; two grandsons; and four great-grandchildren. Member of Holy Name Roman Catholic Church, Ebensburg. A memorial Mass will be held Saturday, July 15, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Name Catholic Church, Ebensburg, the Rev. Monsignor Arnold L. Gaus. Interment, United Brethren Cemetery, Belsano. Arrangements by Askew-Houser Funeral Homes Inc., Ebensburg.



HUGHES - Henrietta M. (Evans)

HUGHES - Henrietta M. (Evans), 85, of Ebensburg, passed away July 4, 2006, at Windber Hospice. Born July 25, 1920, in Ebensburg, daughter of the late Earl S. and Freida O. (Owens) Evans. Survived by husband of 65 years, Roger E. Hughes; daughter, Linda Mandrick-Harvey, Fort Myers, Fla.; son, Col. Roger D., and wife, Judith (Rylke), Fredericksburg, Va.; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and brother, Mahlon R., and wife, Roberta (Hughes) Evans, Beaver Falls, Pa. Lifelong member of Ebensburg First United Church of Christ. A soprano soloist in Ebensburg and active in the church choir for nearly 40 years. Henrietta enjoyed music, needlework and oil painting. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Askew-Houser Funeral Homes Inc., Ebensburg, and from 10:30 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11 a.m. Saturday at Ebensburg First United Church of Christ, the Rev. William Thwing officiating. Interment, Lloyd Cemetery, Ebensburg. In lieu of flowers, donations in Henrietta's memory may be made to Windber Hospice or Ebensburg First United Church of Christ Memorial Fund.



KLANCHAR - A. Josephine

KLANCHAR - A. Josephine, 99, formerly of Johnstown, died July 2, 2006, in Parrish, Fla. Born March 22, 1907, in St. Joseph, Minn., daughter of Frank and Mary (Petrich) Markum. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Frank J.; brothers, Frank, John and Edward; and sister, Mary. Survived by children, Joanne Vannosdel, Pittsburgh; Don Klanchar, Sierra Vista, Ariz.; and Jean, wife of Jack Berg, Parrish, Fla.; sister, Elizabeth "Betty" Allison, Johnstown; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two stepgreat-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Josephine was a mother and a registered nurse. A graduate of Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. She worked at Memorial Hospital for many years. She was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, Legion of Mary, SNPJ and was an active member of St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church in Florida. Friends received from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Moskal -- Kennedy Colonial Funeral Home, Ohio Street and Highland Avenue, where vigil for the deceased will be held. Funeral Mass, 10 a.m. Saturday from St. Patrick Church, the Rev. Monsignor Harold N. Biller, celebrant. Committal, Grandview Cemetery. Memorials may be made in her name to St. Francis Cabrini Church Building Fund, 12001 69th St., East Parrish, Fla. 34219.



PARRISH - Joseph E.

PARRISH - Joseph E., 65, Cresson, on July 4, 2006, lovingly known by all as Joe, was called home to the Lord after his year-long battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. Survived by his wife, Eugenia "Genie" Moran, whom he married Aug. 19, 1961, and had 45 wonderful and eventful years. Survived by children, Trace, married to Chris Baker, and mother of Chase; Mary Jo, married to Collins Fitzsimmons, and mother of Danielle (Billy Sumner and Mattix), Samantha and Stephanie; Paul, married to Lorrie (Taylor), and father of PJ, Seth, Patrick, Jacob and Jason; Renee, married to Rob Pettenati, and mother of Nicholas, Alex, Sebastian and Isabella; and Alison, married to Gerry McElheny, and mother of Spencer and Lydia. Also survived by sister, Paula Mitchell (Ed) and family; brother, John (Pauline Ivory) Parrish; sister-in-law, Ada Parrish and family; brother-in-law, Pete Moran (Linda Hall) and family; and extended family: Becky Dunmyer and family; and Nancy Layaou (Jim) and family; and good friend, Sonny. Preceded in death by parents, Paul and Dorothy (Noel) Parrish; brother, Thomas Parrish; guardian, Agnes Noel; and Franny Noel. Member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Cresson, where he was an adult altar server and choir member. Also member of Knights of Columbus and St. Pietro de Roma Italian Society, both of Cresson. Joe lived his life for his family and to have fun. In his high school year-book it read, "If someone's laughing, Joe's around." And this is how he is to be remembered. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Charles M. Kennedy Funeral Home, Cresson, where vigil for the deceased will be held. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Francis Xavier Church, the Rev. David Rizzo and the Rev. Aron Maghsoudi. Committal, church cemetery.



SHEARER - Clara Mae

SHEARER - Clara Mae, 93, New Florence, died July 5, 2006, at Excela Health Latrobe Hospital. Born Dec. 21, 1912, in Pitcairn, the daughter of the late Ross and Mary (Shomo) McCreary. Also preceded in death by first husband, Neil Galbraith, and second husband, Lyle Shearer; son, Samuel Galbraith; sister, Anna Grace McCreary; brothers, Harry, Thomas and Eugene McCreary. Survived by son, Donald Galbraith, and wife, Dorothy; daughter-in-law, Thelma Galbraith, all of New Florence; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Member of Trinity Presbyterian Church, New Florence, and Pennsylvania School Employee Association. Retired cafeteria supervisor of Laurel Valley High School. 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, Pastor Ronald Durika. Interment, Blairsville Cemetery.



SKINNER - Dr. Maurice D.

SKINNER - Dr. Maurice D. "Skip," DDS, 87, Agnes Avenue, Johnstown, formerly of Stoughton Lake, Jennerstown, went to be with the Lord July 4, 2006, at Memorial Medical Center, Main Campus. Born May 23, 1919, in Grafton, W.Va., son of the late Dr. Edward, DDS, and Mary Effie (Sturm) Skinner. Survived by loving wife, the former Fae Lambert; and his daughter, Dianne, married to Frank Schramko, Illinois; and his son, Donald "Skip" Skinner, married to Jane Whitfield, North Carolina. Also survived by stepchildren, Wayne Wagner, married to Cindy Springer, and Elaine (Wagner), married to Jack Mundorff, both of Bolivar; and David Wagner, married to Brenda Roberts, Texas. Also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A graduate of Johnstown High School. Also graduated from the University of Pittsburgh and the university's dental school. Attended the New Life Nazarene Church, Boswell. Member of Jerome Post 802 American Legion. Past president of the American Dental Association, Seventh District. Along with his father, operated a dental practice at 134 Park Place, Johnstown, for 60 years. Skip was also an accomplished organist. A veteran of World War II, serving as a captain with the U.S. Army in Belgium during the European Theater. Visitation from 1 p.m. until the time of memorial service at 2 p.m. Friday at the Hoffman Funeral Home -- Cremation Services, Main Street, Boswell, the Rev. Randall S. Dillon officiating. Interment, Grandview Cemetery. Memorials to the New Life Nazarene Church would be appreciated.



SOBECKY - Ronald S.

SOBECKY - Ronald S., 58, Bedford, Pa., formerly of Johnstown, died July 2, 2006, in Bedford. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Francis G. Ozog Funeral Home Inc., Broad Street, Johnstown, where a funeral service will be held at 8 p.m. Thursday. Committal, Pine Grove Cemetery. Lynn Mass on Monday, July 10, 2006, at 11 a.m.



STOUFFER - James F.

STOUFFER - James F., Brook Park, Ohio, was called to his heavenly home on July 1, 2006, at Southwest General Health Center, Middleburg Heights, Ohio. Jim was born Jan. 27, 1925, in Derry, Pa., son of Frederick and Agnes (Burke) Stouffer. Preceded in death by parents and beloved and sorely missed wife, Dorothy (Parkes) Stouffer, who died in 2002; brother, Glenn; and sisters, Ruth and Eleanor. Survived by sisters-in-law, Darlene and Carol Mathieson of Summerhill; numerous cousins and special friends. Jim was a member of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church in Brook Park. Jim was first employed by the Pa. Railroad, later by Republic Steel and finally by the maintenance department of Berea School District in Berea, Ohio, from which he retired. Jim was a proud Army veteran of World War II, serving in the Army Infantry in the European Theater and was a combatant in the Battle of the Bulge. As a patriotic veteran, his membership in the American Legion and VFW were very important to him. He loved the camaraderie of fellow veterans. He was also a member of the Eagles. Jim was a kind and gentle man. He was extremely generous with his time and woodworking talents. He was a master craftsman. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 7, at Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home Inc., South Fork, where a vigil for the deceased will be held at 3 p.m. Friday. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. John's Catholic Church, Summerhill, by Father Alfred Patterson, OSB. Committal, St. Mary's Cemetery, New Germany. Graveside military rites will be accorded by St. Michael American Legion Post 551.



VULETICH - Joseph

VULETICH - Joseph, 87, Johnstown, died July 3, 2006, at Memorial Medical Center. Born Sept. 28, 1918, in Johnstown, son of the late Vaso and Stana (Kallinick) Vuletich. Also preceded in death by his wife, the former Dorothy Kessler, in 1975; sisters, Helen and Anna Kay Hayden; and brothers, Mitchel Kay, George Vuletic and Gus Zedlar. Survived by sons, Brian, Johnstown, and Barry, Little Rock, Ark.; grandson, Matthew, and great-grandson, Hunter; brothers, Douglas Vuletic, married to Antoinette Costa, Johnstown; and Miles Vuletic, Michigan; nephew, George "Cub" Hayden, California; and several other nieces and nephews. Joseph was a World War II Army veteran and worked at Brooklyn Hospital Supplies and Atlas Hospital Supplies and was a member of the Retired Men's Club. Friends will be received from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday at Picking-Treece-Bennett Mortuary Inc., West Hills, 921 Menoher Blvd., where services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Monsignor Thomas Mabon officiating. Interment, Grandview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family to establish a fund in Joseph Vuletich's memory.



WALTOS - Stella

WALTOS - Stella, 88, Church of the Brethren Home, formerly of Maple Avenue, Windber, passed away July 5, 2006, at the home. Born Jan. 25, 1918, in Windber, daughter of the late Roman and Eva (Bachorz) Waltos. Also preceded in death by brothers, Frank -- Joseph. Survived by sisters, Sophia Seconish, Florida; Mary Olizarowicz, Tannersville, Pa.; and Josephine Cappiello, Brooklyn; and sister-in-law, Julia Waltos, Windber. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, who were regarded as her children. Lifetime employee of Windber Hospital in the dietary department. Member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Windber. At Stella's request, there will be no viewing or visitation, but family and friends are invited to attend a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, the Very Rev. Leonard E. Voytek, VF, pastor. Committal, church cemetery. Memorials may be directed to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 605 Graham Ave., Windber, Pa. 15963, in memory of Stella Waltos. Arrangements by Meek -- Dalla Valle Funeral Home Inc., Windber.



YACONI - Pauline

YACONI - Pauline, 75, New Florence, died July 3, 2006, at LaurelWood Convalescent Center. Born Oct. 30, 1930, in Robinson, the daughter of the late Paul and Pearl Brendlinger. Also preceded in death by daughter, Linda Louise Yaconi, and brothers, Jay, Dean and Guy Brendlinger. Survived by husband, George E.; daughters, Barbara Horn, Ebensburg, and Sharon Becker, Salem, Ore.; son, George A., Lenox, Ill.; brother, Bob Brendlinger, Armagh. Private service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence, the Rev. Bede Mulligan. Interment, Grandview Cemetery.



YODER - Edna

YODER - Edna, 92, of Arbutus Park Retirement Community, formerly of Davidsville, died July 4, 2006, at the home. Born March 27, 1914, in Jenner Township, daughter of Lemon and Fannie (Blough) Saylor. Preceded in death by parents; an infant daughter; two granddaughters and a grandson; and husband, Russell B. Yoder. Survived by these children: Esther Kalpproth, Delanco, N.J.; David, married to the former Shari Mattis, Los Angeles, Calif.; Pauline, wife of Richard Serkey, Plymouth, Mass.; Martha Ann, wife of William Reckner, Mentor, Ohio; Marlene, wife of Dennis P. Sapp, East Lake, Ohio; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Member of Kaufman Mennonite Church. She was an expert quilter. Family receiving friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the George E. Mason Funeral Home Inc., Davidsville, and from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. on Friday at Kaufman Mennonite Church, the Rev. Don Hamsher. Interment, Kaufman Cemetery. Those who wish please make donations to the American Cancer Society, 500 Budfield St., Johnstown, Pa. 15904, or to Kaufman Mennonite Church, 916 Miller Picking Road, Davidsville, Pa. 15928.



Today's Funerals

BASILE - Anne Frances, 11 a.m., Prince of Peace Catholic Church. Moriconi Funeral Home Inc., Northern Cambria.

DAVIS - Bradly W., 11 a.m., Meek and Dalla Valle Funeral Home Inc., Windber.

GAC - Margaret, 1 p.m., St. Benedict Catholic Church, Geistown. Harris Funeral Home, 500 Cherry Lane, Richland.

GIBSON - Freida L., 10 a.m., Grace Lutheran Church. William T. Hindman Funeral Home, Chandler Avenue.

GLASS - James F., 11 a.m. Holy Name Catholic Church. Matevish and Matevish Funeral Home, Ebensburg.

MAURER - Robert "Bob" Fredrick, 10 a.m., St. Benedict Catholic Church, Carrolltown. Stevens Funeral Home Inc., 146 N. Main St., Carrolltown.

PROZIALECK - Mrs. Mildred, 11 a.m., Jean H. Kinley Funeral Home, Beaverdale.

SKOWRON - Marion T., 77, 10 a.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. William Kisiel Funeral Home, Windber.

SOBECKY - Ronald S., 8 p.m., Francis G. Ozog Funeral Home Inc., Broad Street.