Janet L. Morrison, 76, of 104 Mayer St, Oil City, died at 12:18 am, Tuesday, March 18, 2014, at her home following a brief illness.

Born April 9, 1937 in Oil City, she was a daughter of the late Elmer and Mildred Bodine Fornof.

Janet was a graduate of Oil City High School.

She worked at Quaker Market until it closed and then at the Oil City Hospital in Medical Records.

She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and also attended Plumer United Methodist Church.

Janet was a member of the Plumer Community Association, the Plumer Ladies Aide, the Historical Society, the Order of Eastern Star and a female member of the Acacia Grotto clowns with her husband.

On April 28, 1960 she married Charles Frank Morrison, who preceded her in death on May 3, 2013.

Surviving are a son, Kevin Charles Morrison of Oil City; a daughter, Kimberly Louise Morrison of Pittsburgh; and a granddaughter, Heather Coleman of Seneca.

Also surviving are two brothers Arden Fornof, and Allen “Red” Fornof and wife Dorothy, all of Oil City; one sister, Sally Cox and husband Dan of Rouseville; in-laws, Robert and Karen McSparren, Judy Fridley, Pat Morrison and Mary Fornof; and various nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, Janet was preceded in death by her siblings, an infant sister, Wanda Fornof, Richard Fornof, Eileen Alt, Andy Fornof, Philip Fornof and Linda DeWoody.

Friends may call on Thursday at the Morrison Funeral Home from 3 to 7 pm and on Friday at Trinity United Methodist Church from 10 to 11 am.

Funeral services will be held in the church at 11 am with the Rev. Bruce Davis and the Rev. Don Rudge, officiating.

Interment will follow in Plumer Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Trinity United Methodist Church, 2 Center St, Oil City PA 16301.

Ronald M. McClaine, 73, of Rt. 268 Chicora, Sugarcreek Township, Armstrong County, passed away at 5:37a.m. Thursday, March 13, 2014 at the Kittanning Care Center.

Mr. McClaine was born in Seybertown on October 6, 1940. He was the son of Francis J. “Frank” and Ada Schotts McClaine. He was a member of St. Eusebius Roman Catholic Church in East Brady. He enjoyed wood working, making picture frames, and raising chickens. He was a 1958 graduate of East Brady High School. Ron was employed for 14 years at Rex Hide Incorporated in East Brady and later for 24 years by Indspec Chemical Corporation in Petrolia, retiring in 2002.

He is survived by his wife, Harriet E. Howard McClaine, whom he married at St. Eusebius Roman Catholic Church in East Brady on June 1, 1963. Also surviving is a daughter, Ruth E. Cochran and her husband, Brian of Chicora, a daughter-in-law, Penny Switzer McClaine of Rimersburg; four grandchildren, Jeremy McClaine of Pittsburgh, Evan McClaine and his wife, Samantha of Sligo, Colin Cochran of Slippery Rock, and Brittany Cochran of Chicora; three brothers, James and William McClaine of East Brady, and Rodney McClaine and his wife, Lois of North Washington; two sisters, Jean Weibel of Queenstown, and Kathleen Healey and her husband, Jack of Seneca, as well as a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers-in- law and sisters-in-law.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Sharon McClaine, a son, Jeffrey McClaine, four brothers and one sister.

Friends will be received at the Hile Funeral Home of Karns City, 128 Main St., Karns City, from 6 – 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m. Sunday. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday from the funeral home with the Rev. Mark A. Wallace, pastor of the Chicora Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, and Rev. Jerry W. Pyle, associate church pastor, officiating. Interment will be in St. Eusebius Cemetery, East Brady. Memorial contributions in Mr. McClaine’s memory may be made to The Alzheimers Association at alzfdn.org. To send a condolence, please visit www.hilefh.com

Janet Faye (Shoup) Grove, 66, of Manor Drive, Grove City, Pine Township, Mercer County, passed away at home Thursday evening, March 13, 2014 in the arms of her loving husband, Dale, following a brief illness.

In accordance with Janet’s final wishes, a private funeral service officiated by the Rev. Daniel R. Myers, pastor of St. Petersburg United Methodist Church, was held on Sunday afternoon at the Hile Funeral Home Inc. in St. Petersburg. Following the service interment took place at St. Petersburg Cemetery.

Janet was born in St. Petersburg, Clarion County, on November 15, 1947. She was the daughter of the late Lawrence L. and Ethel Ketner Shoup.

Janet was a 1965 honor graduate of Emlenton High School in the Allegheny-Clarion Valley School District and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Clarion University in 1969 where she was a member of Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society. Janet went on to earn a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education in 1971 from Clarion University. Janet was employed as an elementary teacher in the Valley Grove School District at Franklin and taught at Rocky Grove Elementary from 1969 – 1976. She loved her teaching days and enjoyed many wonderful memories of her students and co-workers.

On December 20, 1975 Janet married Dale R. Grove at the Saint Petersburg United Methodist Church, and the couple shared 38 years of married life and resided in the Grove City Area.

Janet enjoyed being a homemaker and loved vegetable gardening and flowers, canning, freezing, baking, and lawn care. She was an active church member and enjoyed participating in the women’s group with mission projects and serving in various offices. She was the church pianist and choir accompanist at Center Presbyterian Church in Grove City for many years. From the seventh grade through college Janet was the pianist for Sunday School and church at the St. Petersburg United Methodist Church.

Janet is survived by her beloved husband, Dale R.Grove; five siblings, Betty M. Weeter of Clarion; Lawrence Richard Shoup and his wife, Darla, of Shippenville, Robert K. Shoup and his wife, Marilyn, of Butler, Kenneth R. Shoup and his wife, Peggy, of Grove City, and Ronald E. Shoup and his wife, Alice, of Oil City; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Bonnie and Dave Fitzgerald of Grove City, as well as many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and two great great nephews.

It was Janet’s request that any memorial donations be used to benefit children, whether it be by buying clothing, taking children out to lunch, or contributing to any cause that serves to benefit children.

Condolences may be sent by visiting www.hilefh.com.

Robert Hudson Hoover, 86, of Franklin died at 5:48 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at Sugar Creek Station, Franklin.

A son of Charles W. and Zora Belle Finnefrock Hoover he was born in Sligo on January 31, 1928. He said he had to shovel the lane so the doctor could come. He was a 1946 graduate of Sligo High School. He received his bachelor’s degree from Clarion State Teacher’s College and his graduate work at WVU and Pitt.

He was a veteran of the US Army having served in the peace keeping force in Japan following World War II.

He began his career in education teaching English in the East Brady and Spring Grove school districts. He then accepted the position of high school principal at Salisbury Elk Lick High School. After attaining his superintendent credentials he became the supervising principal of the Forest Area School District and completed his career as superintendent of Blairsville-Saltsburg School District. Following his career in education he became a rural mail carrier for ten years

A 35 year resident of Blairsville, he was active in the Blairsville Kiwanis and the Historical Society. Early Sunday mornings would find him at the local flea markets searching for postcards, defunct Pennsylvania Post office cancellations, and anything “Blairsville” before getting home in time to attend the Blairsville United Methodist Church. He amassed an impressive collection of items from Blairsville which he proudly shared.

Family activities occupied his free time attending most of his children’s activities and many of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The Hoover week at the beach found Grandad (that’s how he spelled it) down at the water’s edge building sandcastles with whoever wanted to help or learn how to build one.

While living in Franklin he became a member of the Christ United Methodist Church. He also had a booth at Liberty Street Antiques.

On September 9, 1950 he married Marvis A. Sterrett who survives along with 4 children Dennis and Sharon Hoover of Franklin, Diane Hoover of Erie, Karen Henry of Mesa, AZ, and Jon and Debra Hoover of Lincoln University; grandchildren include Rob and Jodi Hoover of Franklin, Tom and Martha Hoover of Seneca, Eric and Stephanie Henry and Emily and T.J.Thompson of Mesa AZ, Stan and Kelly Hoover of Kennesaw, GA, Michelle Hoover at Juniata College , Adam Hoover at Kutztown University and Adam Guthrie of Franklin; great-grandchildren Ben, Keegan, Genna, Marek, McKenna, Lindsey and Macaven complete the immediate family. Also surviving are a sister Margaret Brazier and her husband Scotty of Clarion and a brother Dick Hoover and his wife Peg of Greenville, SC and was Uncle Hud to many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers Jim, George, Russell and Arnold; sisters Mildred Wetzel, Martha and Jessie and a son-in-law Rick Henry.

Friends will be received in the Huff Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., 312 W. Park St., Franklin from 2-4 & 6-8 pm Friday.

Funeral services will be held in the Christ United Methodist Church at 11 am Saturday with the Rev. David Janz officiating.

Military honors will be rendered by the V.E.T.S Honor Guard at the church.

Interment will follow in Mt. Zion Churchill Cemetery, Licking Township.

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Dolyne E. Hasbrouck, 81, of 17062 Vrooman Rd., Titusville passed away peacefully at 4:05 a.m. on Wednesday, March 19, 2014, at her residence.

Mrs. Hasbrouck was born on June 7, 1932 in Oil City to the late Clarence and Bertha Neubauer Wilson. She married George R. Hasbrouck on March 2, 1952, in Rouseville. Mr. Hasbrouck preceded her in death on September 3, 1994.

She was a graduate of Titusville High School, class of 1950.

Dolyne was a member of the Bethel United Methodist Church.

She has never missed voting in an election from the time she became a registered voter at the age of 18. She was also proud of being called the “original corn lady” who in late July and August could be found selling the freshest corn to people in the area out at Lin Van Lanes parking lot for many years.

Dolyne is survived by her three children, Kandy Alverson of Ludington, MI, Kim Hasbrouck and wife Rayne of Titusville, Tracey Estok and husband Jeremy of Titusville; 8 grandchildren, Kate Vece and husband Nick of Grand Rapids, MI, Scott Henke of Ludington, MI, Erica Hasbrouck, Willy Hasbrouck, Rachel Hasbrouck, Morgan Estok, Gracey Estok, Max Estok all of Titusville; 13 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Hasbrouck was the last of her immediate family. She was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Russell, Will and Robert Wilson; and 4 sisters, Beulah Laughery, Dorothy Toth, Helen Schiewe and Betty Burkett.

Friends may call at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home 303 N. Washington St., Titusville on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with the service to follow conducted by Rev. Jerry Gray, pastor of the Bethel United Methodist Church, officiating.

Interment will be in Union Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Titusville Alumni Assoc. 302 E. Walnut St., Titusville, PA 16354 or to Hospice of Crawford County 310 N. Monroe St., Titusville, PA 16354.

Condolences may be sent to the family at Garrett Funeral Home

Violet Thuer, 91, formerly of St. Petersburg, died on January 21, 2014 in Port Charlotte, Florida.

Violet was born on July 22, 1922, in St. Petersburg, Pa.

Arrangements were under the direction of Palms – Robarts Funeral Home & Memorial Park, Sarasota, FL.

David Stewart, 60, of Grand Junction, Colo., died Sunday, March 16, 2014.

He was born in Brookville, Pa., on Feb. 26, 1954, to Claude and Irene Stewart.

David was an adventurous soul, a great friend and father, and a man with a huge personality.

He loved to spend time with his family and eat good food, usually doing both at the same time.

He was a jack of all trades, talented at cooking, fixing cars and making people laugh, among other things.

He is survived by his father, Claude Stewart of New Castle; his sisters, the Rev. Kathy (Ronald) Muder of Natchitoches, La., and Barbara (David) Rutter of Tuscon, Ariz.; his brother, Mark (Debbie) Stewart of Bel Air, Md.; his former spouse, Cathy Stewart of Tampa, Fla.; and his children, Megan Stewart of Tampa, Petty Officer Third Class Dillon Stewart stationed in Everett, Wash., and Tyler Stewart of Grand Junction.

A memorial service and celebration of life will be held at 3:30 Wednesday, March 19, at First Presbyterian Church, located at 3940 27 1/2 Road, Grand Junction, Colo. 81506.

A memorial service in Pennsylvania will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to The House, P.O. Box 2837, Grand Junction, Colo. 81502; or the American Kidney Fund, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, Md. 20852.

Barbara Rose Yachimowski, 63, of Chicora, passed away early Wednesday morning, March 19, 2014 at Butler Memorial Hospital.

Barbara was born in Butler on February 18, 1951. She was the daughter of the late Andrew and Mary Brownfield Hindman. She was of the Catholic faith. She enjoyed puzzles, walks, reading, movies, playing cards, a good cup of tea, as well as taking care of her dog and bird.

She had been employed for twenty- three years in the housekeeping department at Sugarcreek Rest Home.

Barbara was preceded in death by her husband Leonard Yachimowski who died in 1987.

She is survived by two sons, Corey Yachimowski of Clarion and Dana Yachimowski of Numine, her friend and caregiver Dianne Smith of Chicora, a brother, Lewis Hindman and his wife Gaye of East Brady, a sister Mary Ann Croop and her husband Howard of Mars, as well as a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brother, Robert Hindman.

Friends will be received at the Hile Funeral Home of Chicora, 339 Chicora Fenelton Rd., Chicora, from 5 – 7 p.m. Friday.

A funeral service will follow 7:00 p.m. from the funeral home with the Rev. O.J. Roudebush, officiating.

To send a condolence, please visit Hile Funeral Home

Lawrence Gail “Sam” Hulse, Brookville, Pa, passed into the arms of Jesus Wednesday, March 19, 2014, surrounded by family and the caring staff at Jefferson Manor.

Born Feb. 23, 1927 to Samuel and Vera Mae (Himes) Hulse of Arnold PA., Sam married Marilyn Joan McHenry December 29, 1950, his lifelong-long best friend and beloved wife for 62 years, until her death in 2012.

Instrumental in organizing a union at Unilec, Sam was a dedicated lineman, meter reader and crew boss for 38 years. He took extra outages because he never wanted to see anyone without power.

Quitting school in 1945 to join the Navy, Sam served two years as a pilot on a Landing Ship Medium (LSM). Afterwards, he worked in a plate glass factory in Pittsburgh until securing a brush crew position with Unilec. Together with his wife, the couple built their own home, following instructions from a book, and he also added rooms to trailers on other family members’ homes, while spending hours gardening and landscaping the property. After that, he enjoyed building anything he could, short of an ark. He made Home Repairs popular before HG TV, at least at Hulse’s Hilltop Haven on Hughey Road, Brookville. Sam determinedly earned his GED in the late 60′s, while also providing for their family of four boys and daughter.

Traveling in their van for months at a time, the couple made many cross-country trips, enjoying State Parks everywhere, a favorite being Prince Gallitzin, sometimes with family. They had fun traveling to locate covered bridges all over Ohio, Pa, and West Virginia.

Sam and Marilyn were involved with their church family at Zion UMC on Sigel Road. For several years, Sam was Sunday School Superintendant, teacher, and janitor. A self-taught guitarist, he and his wife were invited to sing and share in many area churches.

Preceding him in death are his parents, wife, three brothers, John, Charles, and Herbert, two sisters, Katherine and Doris, two still born twins, and a precious niece, Peggy Varner. He is survived by his older brother, Donald Hulse of Clarion, and five children, Daniel Clair, Robert Gail, Robin Dale, Timothy Paul, and Jamz Dean Hulse, their spouses, fifteen beloved grandchildren, ten cherished great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.

Our family is celebrating the life of our big-hearted Papa who is now in heaven with his wife (our mother) perfectly healed and healthy and enjoying the presence of his dear Lord and Savior along with all his friends and family who have gone on before him. For this we are eternally thankful.

A Memorial Service will be held at Saturday, March 29 at 2 pm at Zion UMC on the Sigel Road, Route 36, Brookville, Pa.

Memorial donations may be made to the Zion UMC – 8666 Rt. 949 Sigel, Pa. 15860.

Frances Litzinger, age 91, died on March 19, 2014 at the Wesbury Retirement Community in Meadville, PA.

Mrs. Litzinger formerly resided on Enterprise Road and at the Billie Brown Building in Titusville.

She is remembered, missed and appreciated. Frances Jane Fogle was born October 7, 1922 in Pineville, Southwest Twp., Warren Co., the daughter of the late Harry E. Fogle, Sr. and Mabel Bue Fogle. She married John Clayton Litzinger on Valentine’s Day, 1940 in Franklin.

While serving during World War II, “Litz”, as she called him until his death, often hitchhiked great distances to come home to see her. Mr. Litzinger died March 3, 2005.

Fran worked for some years as a secretary and was an excellent typist — a skill one of her sons used to his advantage when it came time to turn in college research papers. Her handwriting was a marvel well into her old age. Receiving an inscribed, signed holiday card from her was a distinct pleasure.

She also bowled, sewed, swam, made ceramics, never forgot a birthday and waged a valiant struggle to keep a clean house despite the efforts of other family members to thwart her plan. Fran was a much better musician than she acknowledged, sometimes allowing herself to be coaxed into playing a tune on an organ, and instilling music appreciation (if not competence) into her two sons, whose piano practice must have been mere noise to her discerning ear. She didn’t care much for music made later than about 1963, once saying it was far too loud and you couldn’t understand the lyrics — yet one of her sons regularly played Black Sabbath records in the house and she did not ask him to stop. She was especially fond of Glenn Miller.

She was a member of the Pleasantville Presbyterian Church where she was formerly choir director for 11 years, church deacon and taught bible school. She was a regular reader of the Old and New Testaments, preferring the latter because of its promise of salvation and its themes of kindness and compassion. Fran had a sweet tooth and was an exceptional baker. Her pies, particularly her chocolate meringue and cherry-berry, were quickly devoured by her family. She had no fear of hard work and could often be seen mowing large fields around her home in spring, summer and fall. She rarely complained about anything except, occasionally, a particularly hot and humid summer’s day.

Her survivors include two sons, John (Linda) Litzinger of Meadville, and Sam (Laura)Litzinger of Washington, DC; a sister, Phyllis (Nick) DeSimone; two grandchildren, Mark (Charlotte) Litzinger of Kent, OH and Mike (Sadie) Litzinger of Meadville; a great-grandson, Clayton, and a great-granddaughter, Cerese of Meadville; and several nieces, nephews and many friends. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Michael, who lived only 4 days after his birth; her brother, Harry Eugene Fogle, Jr.; and sister, Barbara.

For those who knew and loved her, it can be said of Fran, as written in Luke 6:45, “A good person produces good things from the treasury of a good heart…” No calling hours will be observed. Funeral services are private. A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

The Litzinger family wishes to thank the people of the Billie Brown Building in Titusville, the Wesbury Retirement Community in Meadville, and Hospice of Crawford County for their kindness. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pleasantville Presbyterian Church, 155 East State Street, Pleasantville, PA 16341 or to Hospice of Crawford County, 310 North Monroe Street, Titusville, PA 16354.

Arrangements are under the direction of Leo N. Hennes Funeral Home, Inc, 203 East Main Street, Titusville, PA 16354.

Condolences for the family can be sent to hennesfuneralhome.com.

Evelyn Mary “Evie” Cannon Williams, 92, formerly of Oil City, died Tuesday, March 11, 2014 in Louisville KY. At the time of her death she resided at the Westport Place Health Campus in Louisville, KY.

Born September 23, 1921 in Worthington OH, she was a daughter of the late Ralph O. and Harriet Morgan Cannon.

Mrs. Williams graduated from Worthington High School in 1939.

An avid bridge player, she was a member of the same bridge club for 50 years, taught bridge at the Oil City YWCA, belonged to Episcopal bridge and the Belles Lettres Club bridge group.

Mrs. Williams was member of the Second Presbyterian Church for 70 years, Past President of the Women’s Circle of Second Presbyterian Church, past Secretary/Treasurer of the Presbyterian Erie Synod, past Chairman of the Venango County Republican Women.

A staunch Republican, Mrs. Williams was honored for voting in 50 consecutive primary and general elections.

She was a past member of the Oil City Club, Wanango Country Club and the Franklin Club.

On April 29, 1944 she was married to Theodore G. (Ted) Williams in Columbus, OH, who preceded her in death on November 19, 1984.

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law Jane W. and James H. Kenner of Louisville, KY, with whom she resided from 2005 to 2010; a son and daughter-in-law Douglas C. and Carol M. Williams of Oil City; a daughter-in-law Joan M. Williams of TX; four grandsons, Taylor C. Williams of Bedford, PA, Mason D. and Gregory R. Williams of Oil City, Theodore G. Williams, III, Phd.of Montreal; a granddaughter, Lydia K. Williams of FL; 2 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, a son T. Gregory Williams, Esq. of Texas in 2012, three sisters, Catherine White, June Ferguson, Helen Nelson and a niece Candice Nelson all of Columbus, OH area, and a brother-in-law and sister-in-law John R. and Jean Williams of Lititz, PA

Funeral arrangements are being made by Morrison Funeral Home. Visitation hours will be held in the funeral home from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, March 24, 2014.

Service will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, March 25, 2014, in the funeral home with the Rev. Jamie Fowler officiating.

Interment will follow at the Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens in Cranberry, PA.

The family requests any donations be made to the charity of one’s choice in lieu of flowers.

Dennis “Denny” Garver, 62, of Rimersburg, PA, died on Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.

He was born April 11, 1951 in Rimersburg, the son of Mary Mae (Haggerty) and Thurston Garver.

Denny was a lifelong resident of Rimersburg and graduated from Union High School in 1969. He worked at PennDot for 36 years, spending the first 20 years in Clarion and the last 16 in Butler after being promoted to the position of Assistant Maintenance Manager. Denny was active in the area, holding memberships with the Clarion Masonic Lodge, the Eagles in Clarion and Rimersburg First United Methodist Church. Also, he was a former member of the Rimersburg Lions Club and the Shriners. He loved riding his Harley through the country and being outdoors, especially to hunt and play golf. Watching sports was another one of his hobbies, but above all he cherished the time spent with family and friends. Those who knew Denny will never forget how he was always there for anyone who needed him and how he was an all-around great guy.

His memory will be cherished by his daughters, Tricia Niederriter and husband, Kirk, of Hilliards, and Denise Garver, of Butler; grandchildren, Logan, Derek, Anna and Steven; brother, Bud Garver, of Rimersburg; sister, Donna Thorpe and husband, Ed, of Rimersburg; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Denny was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Ella Craig.

Relatives and friends may visit from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Friday, March 21, 2014, at the Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 758 Main Street, Rimersburg, PA.

Additional visitation will be from 10 AM until the time of funeral services at 11 AM on Saturday, March 22, 2014, at the funeral home.

Contributions may be given to the American Heart Association, 444 Liberty Ave., Suite 1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or to the Shriners of Clarion County, 17 Black Road, Shippenville, PA 16254.

Shirley Ann Carrier, age 79, of Shippenville and formerly of Sligo, died Thursday morning, March 20, 2014 at the Clarion Hospital following a short illness.

Born October 2, 1934 in Brookville, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Florence Galbraith Hetrick.

Shirley worked for Central Electric in Parker.

She married Boyd B. Carrier on August 15, 1953 and they celebrated 56 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on February 16, 2010.

Shirley and Boyd enjoyed traveling throughout the United States. She also enjoyed cooking and baking, playing cards and time spent with her family. She loved growing flower inside the house and outside in her garden.

Survivors include three sons: Ricky B. Carrier and his wife, Lori, of Bellwood; Michael R. Carrier and his wife, Cindy, of Seminole and Craig A. Carrier and his friend, Amy, of Sligo; two daughters: Karen A. Carrier of Rimersburg and Deborah J. Miles and her husband, Jody, of Limestone; 10 grandchildren: Toni Watterson, Nichole Watterson, Matt Watterson, Christopher Carrier, Benjamin Carrier, Sarah Miles, Nathan Carrier, Phillip Miles, David Carrier and Joshua Miles.

Shirley is also survived by 6 great grandchildren: Bria Watterson, Braiden Watterson, Madison Rose Watterson, Wyatt Watterson, Landon Snider-Carrier and Raegan Carrier; 2 step great grandchildren, Dylan and Katie Reinsel and 1 brother, Harry “Pete” Hetrick and his wife, Bert, of Corsica.

In addition to her parents and husband, Shirley was preceded in death by a sister, Alice Jean Burkett.

Family and friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Saturday, March 22, 2014 at the Rupert Funeral Home and Cremation Service Chapel, 233 Penn Street, New Bethlehem.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 23, 2014 in the funeral home chapel with the Reverend Jason Hunter, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Clarion, officiating over the service.

Interment will take place in the Cedarview Memorial Park in Strattanvile.

Memorial contributions may be made in the name of Shirley Ann Carrier to Charitable Deeds and Services, 98 Hickory Nut Lane, Knox, PA 16232.

Ronald E. Oakes, 60, of Raleigh NC, died Tuesday, March 18, 2014, at his home.

Born June 10, 1953 in Oil City, he was a son of the late Charles L. and Minnie L. Croupe Oakes.

Mr. Oakes had worked at Oilwell Supply, then moved to North Carolina and worked in the tool and die industry.

He loved hunting and fishing.

On July 10, 1971, he married the former Bobbie Williams, who survives.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Ronald E. Oakes II of Raleigh NC; a daughter, Brenda Lee Oakes of Raleigh NC; a brother, Charles “Bud” Oakes of Raleigh NC; two sisters, Joyce Hall of Ohio and Karen Haag of Dempseytown; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Jim Baugher and two sisters, Donna Mae Oakes and Bev Braden.

Friends may call at the Morrison Funeral Home on Saturday from 1 to 3 pm.

Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 3 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the family.

Joseph Alan Winslow, 64, of Sligo, PA, passed away Friday, March 21, 2014 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.

He was born October 21, 1949 in East Brady, PA, the son of J.C. and Dorothy (McDowell) Winslow

Joseph was a lifelong resident of the area and worked for RFI Energy for over 30 years as a heavy equipment operator and crew leader. He belonged to the United Mine Workers and served as a union representative for the organization. Joseph was of the Catholic faith and was a member of the VFW in Rimersburg. Golfing was his first passion and he also enjoyed going to the casino with friends. Bird watching was another of his favorite pastimes and he and his wife, Carole, traveled many places to see different birds. Joseph’s family and friends will always remember his wonderful sense of humor and generous spirit.

His memory will be cherished by his loving wife, Carole (Baker) Winslow, whom he married August 23, 2008; daughters, Melissa Lynn Kato and husband, Wayne N., of Midland, MI, and Kelly Bauer and husband, Rick, of Lucinda; grandchildren, David Alan Tascarella, Matthew Frank Tascarella and Elizabeth Kathryn Bauer; brother, Pat Winslow and wife, Jean, of Parker, Tom Winslow and wife, Beverly, of Spraggs, Dave Winslow and wife, Judy, of Gahanna, OH, and Paul Winslow, of East Brady; and sisters, Susan Mastro, of Raleigh, NC, and Joan Strauser and husband, Russ, of St. Petersburg.

Joseph was preceded in death by his parents; son, Arthur Alan Winslow; and sister, Dorothy Hogan.

Relatives and friends may visit from 11 AM until the time of the blessing service at 1 PM on Monday, March 24, 2014 at the Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 758 Main Street, Rimersburg, PA, with the Father William Kuba as celebrant.

Contributions can be made in Joseph’s honor to the National Hemophilia Association, Western Pennsylvania Chapter, 20411 Rt. 19, Unit 14, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066.

Faron L.”Chip” Tucker, age 59, of East Hickory, PA, died on Thursday, March 20, 2014 at St. Vincent’s Health Center in Erie, PA.

He was born February 25, 1955 in Titusville, PA, son of Marshall Tucker who survives in West Hickory, PA, and of the late Shirley (Huddleson) Tucker who died in 2012. On June 3, 1972 in West Hickory he married Sheila A. (Redick) Tucker, who survives. In May, 2013, Chip retired from IA Construction of Franklin, PA where he worked for 28 years. He loved fishing, hunting and the outdoors in general. He also enjoyed shooting pool, and being with his canine companion. He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed them being around.

In addition to his wife and father, Chip is survived by two sons, Steve H. Tucker and his wife Valerie of Endeavor, PA. Faron M Tucker and his wife Christine of Oil City, PA. A daughter, Katina M. Bish and her husband Robert of Mayville, NY. Six grandchildren. One great-granddaughter. Three sisters, Velva Blackman, Karen Durstine and her husband David, Krystal Watters and her husband Chuck, all of Tidioute, PA. Several nieces and nephews and aunts and uncles.

There will be no public visitation. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 23, 2014 at 4pm at the West Hickory United Methodist Church, West Hickory, PA. A gathering with the family will occur immediately following the services at the Senior Center in Endeavor. Arrangements are under the direction of the Norman J. Wimer Funeral Home of Tionesta, PA.

Messages of sympathy may be sent by E-mail to condolences@wimerfuneralhome.com

Mr. Jerry L. Millard, Sr., 66, of 2369 Wallaceville Rd., Titusville passed away at 12:10 a.m. on Friday, March 21, 2014, at his residence.

Mr. Millard was born on April 19, 1947, in Titusville to the late Clinton and Stella Seeley Millard. He married Georgia Hagerty on December 6, 1972 in Townville.

He attended Townville area schools.

Jerry was a veteran of the US Army having served during the Vietnam War from 1964 until his honorable discharge in 1972.

He was employed as a straightener for 20 years with Cytemp Specialty Steel Corp. , drove a logging truck for Cubbon Lumber, and worked with Advance Cast in Meadville. He was last employed by Polk Center until his retirement in 2009.

Jerry was a member of the Bruce Shorts Post #5958 VFW and a previous member and volunteer for the Chapmanville Vol. Fire Department.

His favorite thing to do was work, especially on the family property. He loved to do carpentry but was a jack of all trades. He treasured spending time with his family and having family get togethers where he could entertain the kids with hay rides.

Jerry is survived by his wife Georgia of Titusville; 3 children, Michele Balma and husband Anatole of Sierra Vista, AZ, Jerry Millard, Jr. and wife Mary Anne of Killeen, TX, Adam Millard of Titusville; 6 grandchildren, Alexandre, Zacharie, Gabrielle, Zoe, Casey and Devon; a god-son, Todd Millard of Oil City; 7 brothers and sisters, Ronnie Millard and wife Charlotte of Conneaut, OH, William Millard and wife Marilyn of Townville, Patricia Tracy and husband Fred of Hiram, OH, Marty Millard and wife Arlene of Titusville, Daniel Millard and wife Barbara of Oil City, Douglas Millard and fiancé Debbie Lafferty of Titusville, Bruce Millard of Meadville; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Bonda Millard and a brother, James Millard.

Friends may call at the Gordon B. Garrett Funeral Home 303 N. Washington St., Titusville, on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. Funeral services will be conducted from the funeral home on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Samuel Mabugu, officiating.

Interment will be in Chapmanville Cemetery with full military rites observed.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Erie Regional Cancer Center 2500 W. 12th St., Erie, PA 16505 or to the Chapmanville Fire Department 458 Meadville Rd., Titusville, PA 16354.

William H. Stroup, 74, of Chestnut Street, Franklin died at 6:28 a.m., March 21, 2014 at his residence.

Born August 16, 1939 in Franklin, PA, William was the son of the late James and Minnie Marie (McCandless) Stroup.

On July 21, 2008 he married the former Michele Garin, who survives.

Mr. Stroup was employed as a parts manager for Weaver Buick.

William enjoyed playing the guitar and had previously played in several local country bands.

In addition to his wife, Michele Stroup, he is survived by his children, William H. Stroup, Jr. and his wife, Sherry of Strattanville, PA, Ron Stroup and his wife Kerry of Oil City, Kimberly McCoy and her husband, Mark of Venus, Karen Vandervort and her husband, Bob of Oil City, and Sharon Stroup and her companion, J.R. Blauser of Seneca; his brother Richard (“Bill”) Stroup of Colorado; sisters, Lola Stroup and Alice Butler, both of Franklin; his sister-in-law, Beverly Hoffman of Franklin; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and the mother of his children, Helen Stroup of Oil City.

William was preceded in death by his parents, listed above; his daughter, Diane Jones, three brothers, Paul Hoffman, Jim Stroup, and John Hoffman; and sister, Stella Vogus.

Services are private and will be held at the convenience of the family. The Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin is handling the arrangements.

To send online condolences, flowers, cards, or for further information, family and friends are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com.

Dolores DeWoody, 84, of Sugar Creek Station, Causeway Drive, Franklin died at 3:39 p.m., Friday, March 21, 2014 at UPMC Northwest in Seneca.

Born March 16, 1930 in Franklin, Dolores was the daughter of the late Robert and Helen (Turk) Dunlap.

On January 12, 1950 she married LaVerne DeWoody, who preceded her in death on May 18, 1986.

Mrs. DeWoody was employed as an aide for Venango Manor. She was a member of Franklin Wesleyan Methodist Church.

She enjoyed cooking and spending time with her grandchildren.

Dolores is survived by her two sons, Timothy L. DeWoody and Linda McCleary of Franklin, and Dan DeWoody of Franklin; her sister, Edna Kerr of Cincinnati, OH; four grandchildren, Jennifer DeWoody of Franklin, Lauren Kresinski and her husband, Kevin of Valencia, PA, Caitlin Krensavage and her husband, Ryan of Mechanicsburg, and Nathan DeWoody of Franklin; five great-grandchildren, Ethan L. Kresinski, Raya C. Krensavage, Caprice West, Kahlil West, and Tavaraus West; and her special niece Paula Farmer and her husband, Ken of Cincinnati, OH.

In addition to her parents and husband, as listed above, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Ronald Dunlap, Robert Dunlap, and Harry Dunlap; and four sisters, Nova Oleszek, Maxine Colwell, Agnes Cioppia, and Margaret Dunlap.

Friends will be received at the Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin, on Tuesday, March 25, 2014 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Funeral services will be held at funeral home following visitation on Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at 11:00 a.m., with the Rev. Jonathan Bell of the Franklin Wesleyan Methodist Church, officiating.

Interment will be in Franklin Cemetery

In Mrs. DeWoody’s memory, the family suggests that memorial donations may be made to the Franklin Wesleyan Methodist Church, 1337 Buffalo Street, Franklin, PA 16323.

To send online condolences, flowers, cards, or for further information, family and friends are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com.

Mary K. Fornof, 76, of Plumer, died at 11:45 pm Thursday, March 20, 2014, at her son’s home following a brief illness.

Born January 5, 1938 in Polk, she was a daughter of the late William Judd and Avis Matthews Blair.

Mary was a graduate of Oil City High School.

She worked all of her life as a personal secretary for Pennzoil, Equifax, Hannah Transfer, Snyder Brothers and Jez Refrigeration.

Mary was a member of the Plumer United Methodist Church, where she served as a Sunday school teacher, pianist, auditor and Council Financial Secretary.

She was a member of the Plumer Community Association, Plumer Ladies Aide, Eastern Star, Secretary of the Plumer Cemetery Association and GOP Committee person.

Mary loved cats, playing the piano at various church services and was known to liven up the service when she played. On August 8, 1958 she married Philip W. Fornof, who preceded her in death on April 26, 2003.

Surviving are a son, Scott Fornof of Oil City; a sister, Pat Stargel of Florida; in-laws, Dorothy and Red Fornof, Arden Fornof and Sally Cox; and various nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, Mary was preceded in death by a sister, Susann Blair.

Friends may call at the Morrison Funeral Home on Tuesday from 3 to 7 pm, and on Wednesday at the Plumer United Methodist Church from 10 to 11 am.

Funeral services will be held in the Plumer United Methodist Church at 11 am with the Rev. Bruce Davis, officiating.

Interment will follow in Plumer Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Venango County Humane Society, PO Box 1045, Oil City, PA 16301.