BELL - James V.

BELL - James V., 90, Johnstown, died Dec. 17, 2006, at Montgomery General Hospital, Olney, Md. Born Jan. 6, 1916, in Windber, son of Paul and Mary (Calabrese) Biasella. Preceded in death by parents; wife, Mary Frances (Delrocco) Bell, who died Nov. 20, 2003; brother, Albert; and sisters, Sundie McCuch and Edith Bell. Survived by son, James A., married to Doris Elizabeth (Waterstam) Bell, Olney, Md.; grandchildren, Beth Shocklee, Lisa and Leon Mathis, and Julie Bell; great-granddaughter, Elizabeth Shocklee; and sisters, Josephine Carsello, Albina Venzon, Theresa Kaisner and Isadora Calderone. Retired Lineman from Penelec with over 40 years of service. Member of IBEW, Knights of Columbus All Saints Assembly, Holy Name Society and St. Clare of Assisi Church, where funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, the Rev. Leo. F. Arnone. Entombment Grandview Mausoleum. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Clare of Assisi Parish in his memory.



BOERSTLER - Frederick C.

BOERSTLER - Frederick C., 80, Upper Yoder Township, died Dec. 18, 2006, at Memorial Medical Center. Born Oct. 18, 1926, in Johnstown, son of the late George P. Sr. and Katharina (Mattern) Boerstler. He was also preceded in death by brothers, William and George P. Jr., and sisters, Margaret Stockman, Elizabeth Helbig and Freda Burger. He is survived by his loving wife of more than 53 years, the former Virginia Sitar; son, Brad E. Boerstler, Johnstown; and sister, Ruth A. Rodkey, Pittsburgh; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Fred was a 1944 Johnstown High School graduate, then served in the Navy, and was employed at the lower works of U.S. Steel for 39 years. He enjoyed many sports, playing baseball in several different leagues, belonging to and golfing at Berkeley Hills Golf Club and bowling in the PNA, CFU, Forge Shop, City Major and Lutheran Men's Leagues. Fred was a former member of Salem Chapel, then an active member of Zion Lutheran Church. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 10 until the time of service at 11 a.m. Thursday at Picking-Treece-Bennett Mortuary Inc., West Hills, 921 Menoher Blvd., the Revs. Michael Van Dyke and Wilbert Boerstler officiating. Entombment, Grandview Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be directed to Zion Lutheran Church or the American Cancer Society in Fred's memory.



DRAGICH - Helen Catherine

DRAGICH - Helen Catherine, 83, formerly of Cambria City, died Dec. 19, 2006, at Laurel Crest Manor. Born Jan. 22, 1923, in Johnstown, daughter of Onufer and Mary Olenick. Preceded in death by parents; daughter, Mary Joanne Bobaly; brothers, Walter, John and Peter Olenick; and sister, Rose Bernardo. Last survivor of her immediate family. Survived by husband, Walter Dragich and daughter, Karen Leech, both of Johnstown; and stepchildren, Diane Dragich, Florida, and Sylvia Stassforth, California. A World War II Army veteran serving with the 5200th W.A.C. Battalion. Retired housekeeper for the former Lee Hospital in Johnstown. A member of St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Francis G. Ozog Funeral Home Inc., Broad Street, where a brief service will be held at 12:30 p.m., followed by funeral service at 1 p.m. Friday at St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church, Father Dejan Obradovic. Committal, St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church Cemetery. Pomen will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.



GORBA - Laura A.

GORBA - Laura A., 38, Cresson, died Dec. 18, 2006, at UPMC-Presbyterian, Pittsburgh. Born Aug. 10, 1968, in Cresson, daughter of John W. Sr. and Patricia (Elig) Gorba. Preceded in death by father. Survived by mother, Flinton; daughter, Mara Kreiser, at home; sisters and brother, Patricia McConnell (Mick), Cresson; John W. Jr. (Tracy), Duncansville; Mary Gongloff (Steve), Gap, Pa.; Earleen Rice (Harry Prosser), Patton; Paula Gorba, Cresson; Kelly Jo Gorba, Flinton; also 14 nieces and nephews and four great-nieces and nephews. Formerly employed at the Dollar Store, Cresson. Enjoyed her family, baking and crafts. Member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Cresson. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Charles M. Kennedy Funeral Home, Cresson, where vigil for the deceased will be held. Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Francis Xavier Church, the Rev. Angelo Patti. Committal, church cemetery.



JONES - Julia E.

JONES - Julia E. "Judy," 51, Patton, died Dec. 18, 2006, at home. She was born July 22, 1955, in Spangler, daughter of Bernard J. Sr. and Eleanor (Campbell) Endler. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her sons: Christopher L. Newton, Oil City, and Kevin Newton, Patton; and grandchildren, Matthew J. Cox and Tori N. Newton. She is also survived by her brothers, Bernard Endler Jr. and Cory C. Endler, both of Patton; and a niece, Brandy L. Endler; and a cousin, Warren Angus, both of Patton. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Stevens Funeral Home Inc., 1004 N. Fifth Ave., Patton. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, by the Rev. Kathleen Schoeneck. Committal, Fairview Cemetery. www.stevensfh.com.



LITTLE - Patrick F.

LITTLE - Patrick F., 44, Lewistown, formerly of Loretto, died Dec. 17, 2006, at Lewistown Hospital. Born July 18, 1962, in Spangler, son of Patrick J. and Grace A. (Stephens) Little. Preceded in death by father on June 13, 2001; sister, Lesa Marie; and infant sister, Maureen. Survived by mother of Loretto. Also survived by several aunts and uncles and numerous cousins. A graduate of Bishop Carroll High School. Received bachelor's degrees in education and nursing from St. Francis University, Loretto. Formerly employed at United Airlines. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel, Loretto, the Rev. Monsignor Timothy Swope, celebrant. Committal, St. Michael Cemetery. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Gibbons Funeral Home, Ashville.



MURPHY - Mary Frances

MURPHY - Mary Frances, "Gram, Murph," 95, of Richland Township. Passed away on December 19, 2006. She was born on Feb. 7, 1911, in Pittston, Pa., daughter of Anton and Helen Desort. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Raymond J.; daughter, Barbara Cvijanovich; three sisters, two brothers; sons-in-law, Daniel Cvijanovich and Maurice Shawley; and three brothers-in-law. Survived by loving daughter, Dorothy J. Shawley, Richland; son, Jack, married to the former Nancy Graff, Lorain Borough; grandchildren, James Shawley, married to the former Pam Woznick-Alberter, Windber; Gary Shawley, married to the former Cynthia Debias, Richland; Diane McCombie, Richland; Denise, wife of David Layman, Richland; Donna, wife of Jeffery Freshour, Richland; Todd and Eric Murphy, both of Lorain Borough; Ray Cvijanovich, Bedford; Kim, wife of Patrick Replogle, Salix; Michelle, wife of Joseph Black, Richland; 15 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Betty Murphy, formerly of Cramer; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mary was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Moxham, and retired from St. Patrick's School after 31 years service as a cook. She was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of America and the Richland B's Bowling Team. Mary enjoyed traveling to Atlantic City on bus trips with her friends. She also enjoyed knitting and crocheting and loved spending time with her family. Friends will be received from 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Harris Funeral Home, 500 Cherry Lane, Richland, where vigil for the deceased will be held. Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Monsignor Harold Biller. Committal service will be held at Richland Cemetery Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 609 Park Avenue, Johnstown, Pa. 15902 in memory of Mary.



NIXON - Leroy J.

NIXON - Leroy J., 70, Indiana, formerly of Robinson, died Dec. 19, 2006, at Beacon Ridge, Indiana, Pa. Born May 25, 1936, in Robinson, son of late William B. and Pearle (Bowers) Nixon. Also preceded in death by wife, Patty Sporn, and brothers, William, Richard, James, Charles, Thomas and Harry Nixon. Survived by sisters, Ruth Machak, Raleigh, N.C.; Mary B. Springer, Ligonier; and Linda G. Marsh, Bolivar; also several nieces and nephews. Friends received from 1 p.m. until time of service at 2 p.m. Thursday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, New Florence, the Rev. Scott Klimke. Interment, Penn View-Mount Tabor Cemetery.



PAGE - Roscoe Jr.

PAGE - Roscoe Jr., 72, Brownstown, died Dec. 18, 2006, at Memorial Medical Center. Born Feb. 25, 1934, in Johnstown, son of Lawrence R. and Melda "Tilly" (Meyers) Page. Preceded in death by parents and stepfather, Paul Coshun. Survived by wife, Gloria (Fisher) Page, Brownstown, and these children: Diane, Mississippi; Randy, Johnstown; Marcie, married to Daniel Kauffman, Park Hill; and Tina, married to Keith Carthew, Johnstown; also survived by eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A brother of Calvin Page, Texas; Melda Galubic, Nevada; Jed Page, New Jersey; and Paul J. Coshun, Johnstown. Retired street department worker for the Borough of Westmont. A member of Pleasant Hill Church of the Brethren, where funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, the Rev. Philip King. Interment, Grandview Cemetery. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Francis G. Ozog Funeral Home Inc., Broad Street.



PEAT - Dorothy M.

PEAT - Dorothy M., 85, formerly of Oakhurst and Joseph Johns Tower, died Dec. 18, 2006, at Garvey Manor, Hollidaysburg. Funeral Mass will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at St. John Gualbert Cathedral, the Rev. Monsignor George B. Flinn. Committal, Grandview Cemetery. Friends received from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday at Francis G. Ozog Funeral Home Inc., Broad Street, where vigil for the deceased will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Garvey Manor, 128 Logan Blvd., Hollidaysburg, Pa. 16648.



ROVAN - Robert J.

ROVAN - Robert J., 65, Johnstown, died Dec. 17, 2006, at Memorial Medical Center. Born Aug. 28, 1941, in Johnstown, son of Frank Sr. and Kathryn (Yamnitsky) Rovan. Preceded in death by parents and brother, Daniel Rovan. Survived by wife, Mary (Quesenberry) Rovan; son, Robert J. Rovan Jr., and wife, Rose (Smith); and grandchildren, Jamie, Austin, Skylynn and Sara Rovan, all of Johnstown. A brother of Frank Rovan Jr. and Betty Lou Rager, both of Johnstown, and William Rovan of Lincolnton, Ga. Also survived by numerous family and friends and beloved pet, Jeannie. A U.S. Navy veteran. Owner and operator of Rovan's Greenhouse. A member of Windber Church of God, where a memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Pastor Rick Smith. At the request of the deceased, there will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family of Robert Rovan Sr. Arrangements by Francis G. Ozog Funeral Home Inc., Broad Street.



RYAN - Ruth I.

RYAN - Ruth I., 96, of Ferndale, passed away on Nov. 26, 2006, at The Presbyterian Home. At the family's request there will be no public viewing. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Dec. 23, 2006, at the Moxham Christian Church, with the Rev. David A. Gray officiating. Inurnment will be at Headrick Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Moxham Christian Church, 636 Cypress Ave., Johnstown, Pa. 15902 in memory of Ruth. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Harris Funeral Home, 500 Cherry Lane, Richland.



SALVIA - Margaret J. (Brown)

SALVIA - Margaret J. (Brown), 82, Center Street, Boswell, died Dec. 19, 2006, at Somerset Hospital. Born July 10, 1924, Cedar Heights, Md., daughter of Arthur C. and Lula (Windsor) Brown. Preceded in death by parents; brothers, Leon and Fleetwood; sister-in-law, Anna Marie (Salvia) Pagano; and brother-in-law, Andrew Colucci. Survived by loving husband of 42 years, Julius A. Salvia; sister-in-law, Marietta (Salvia) Colucci, Greensburg; and numerous nieces and nephews, including Margaret's niece, Nancy, married to Robert Burkett, Berlin. Retired longtime officer of former Riggs National Bank, Washington, D.C. Had been a very active volunteer with Pennsylvania Fire Police Association for many years. Viewing from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Hoffman Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Main Street, Boswell, where service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, the Rev. Larry C. Hoover officiating. Interment, Mount Carmel Cemetery, Jenner Crossroads.



SMITH - Cecilia G.

SMITH - Cecilia G., 92, of New Germany, died Dec. 18, 2006, at Windber Hospice. Born May 24, 1914, in Carrolltown, daughter of Joseph and Lucinda Shero. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Thomas R. Smith, who died July 21, 1991; granddaughter, Meredith Ashley Sims; and 10 brothers and sisters. Survived by children: Donald J., married to Theresa Bertanzetti, Ebensburg; Ruth A., wife of David Sims, Lakeland, Fla.; Jean B., wife of Stan Werner, Mansfield, Pa.; Kenneth T., married to Patti Lewis, New Germany; Raymond L., married to Gail Wyland, Ebensburg; Irma M., wife of Woodrow Welsch, McMurray; Sharon C., wife of Mike Rickels, Lakeland, Fla.; Annette M., wife of Jerry Ridenour Jr., Richland; also 17 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews; also special friends, Sharon Miller, June Yahner, Judy Koban and Betty Beckle. Cecilia was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Friends will be received from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home Inc., South Fork, where the Altar-Rosary Society will pray the rosary at 3 p.m. Thursday and vigil for the deceased will be held at 8 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at Immaculate Conception Church, New Germany, Father Alfred Patterson, OSB. Committal, St. Mary's Cemetery, New Germany. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105-1942; or Windber Hospice.



TREXLER - William

TREXLER - William "Bill" E., 60, Indiana, died Dec. 18, 2006, at Indiana Regional Medical Center. He was born March 19, 1946, in Nanty Glo, son of Earl Trexler and Hazel (Hagens) Trexler. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Bence Funeral Home, Clymer. The funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at the Church of the Resurrection, Clymer site. Entombment will follow in St. Bernard Cemetery Mausoleum, Indiana. His family requests memorial contributions be made to the Church of the Resurrection, 349 Morris St., Clymer, Pa. 15728, or to the American Cancer Society, Indiana County Unit, 1165 Philadelphia St., Indiana, Pa. 15701, or to the charity of your choice.



ZINDASH - George Jr.

ZINDASH - George Jr., 71, State Route 46 South, Jefferson, Ohio, died Dec. 18, 2006, at the Hamot Medical Center in Erie following complications with cancer. He was born June 24, 1935, in Windber, the son George and Elda Sadie (Claar) Zindash and has been a resident of the Jefferson area since 1975, coming from Cleveland. Mr. Zindash retired from Reliance Electric in 1995 after 40 years of service. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He is a member of St. Joseph Calasanctius Church, Jefferson Eagles Aerie Lodge 3881 and Moose Lodge and enjoyed fishing and hunting. He was an avid football fan of all levels of play; he especially liked the Pittsburgh Steelers. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann (Kelescheny) Zindash, whom he married on July 6, 1963, in Windber; three sons, Rusty J. (Jan) Zindash of Jefferson; Matthew D. (Lisa) Zindash of Chardon; and Jeffrey A. (Lisa) Zindash of Lenox Township; also five grandchildren, Ryan Zindash, Dawn Leary, Deanna Ashba and Ashley and April Reuschling; seven great-grandchildren, Dana Slaby-Stroud, D.J. Piert, Zachary Ashba, Brianna Badza, Angela Lopez and MacKenzie and Madilynne Leary; three brothers, John (Fran) Zindash of Orlando, Fla.; Nick (Linda) Zindash of Windber; and Richard (Shirley) Zindash of Twinsburg. The funeral Mass will be held at noon Friday at St. Joseph Calasanctius Church, 32 E. Jefferson St., Jefferson, with the Rev. Father Stephen Wassie officiating. Burial will be in Lenox Township Cemetery. Geneva Post 6846 will provide full military honors. Calling hours will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday at the Jefferson Home of the Fleming -- Billman Funeral Directors, 49 W. Jefferson St., Jefferson. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jefferson Area Youth Football League, c/o Brett Schwotzer, 1333 Forman Rd., Jefferson, Ohio 44047. Envelopes will also be at the funeral home. Guest book and obituary on line at fleming-billman.com.



Today's Funerals

FORGACS - Mary Ann, 10 a.m., Visitation of the BVM Catholic Church. John Henderson Co. Funeral Home, 215 Central Ave.

HOLTZ - Theodore, 2 p.m., Picking-Treece-Bennett Mortuary Inc., West Hills, 921 Menoher Blvd.

HORNER - Martha J. (Frazier), 3 p.m., Moskal Funeral Home, West End.

SHAFFER - Carol A., 11 a.m., Moskal -- Kennedy Colonial Funeral Home, Ohio Street and Highland Avenue.

SPAID - Joanne B., 10 a.m., St. Joseph Church, Portage. Mark A. Serenko Funeral Home, Portage.

WHITAKER - Rene "Dawn" (Weimer) Larson, 11 a.m., Harvey H. Zeigler Funeral Home, 169 Clarence St., Hyndman.

YARINA - Michael J., 9:30 a.m., prayer service at Henderson-Makuchan Funeral Home, Conemaugh, followed by Divine Liturgy at Holy Trinity Byzantine Catholic Church.