Today's obituaries
Mary Archer
Fort Lauderdale homemaker formerly lived in Masury
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- Mary Archer, 1508 NE 2nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale, formerly of Masury, died Wednesday (1-10-01) in her home. She was 84.
Mrs. Archer was born Feb. 5, 1916, in Aliquippa, Pa., to Michael and Bertha Dudash Safin.
She belonged to Presentation of Our Lord Orthodox Church, Fort Lauderdale; and was a former member of St. John's Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Church, Sharon.
Her husband, Edwin Archer, whom she married June 10, 1939, died Sept. 4, 1954.
Surviving are: a daughter, Mrs. Larry L. (Barbara) Clark, Fort Lauderdale; a son, Robert J. Archer, Haines City, Fla.; four grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, John, Andrew and Michael Safin; and a sister, Anna Giroski. ARCHER
Mrs. Edwin (Mary), 84, of 1508 NE 2nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Fla., formerly of Masury.
Calling hours: Noon until time of a brief service at 12:30 p.m. Monday (1-15-01) in LEIPHEIMER-TOMON FUNERAL HOME, 1246 Roemer Blvd., Farrell.
Service: Funeral service at 1 p.m. Monday in the chapel of St. John's Cemetery, Hermitage, with Monsignor Michael Polanichka, pastor of St. John's Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Church, Sharon, officiating.
Burial: St. John's Cemetery.
Martin L. Craig
Martin L. Craig, 429 Line St., Sharpsville, died at 3:45 p.m. Friday (1-12-01) in his home. He was 59.
Obituary information was incomplete. CRAIG
Martin L., 59, of 429 Line St., Sharpsville.
Arrangements will be announced by DONALDSON-MOHNEY FUNERAL HOME, 124 Main St., Sharpsville.
Mary E. Jones
Former Sharon resident was member of Sacred Heart
LAS VEGAS -- Funeral Mass will be Monday for Mary E. Jones, 9353 W. Twain Ave., Las Vegas, formerly of Sharon and North Olmsted, Ohio. She died Wednesday evening (1-10-01) in University Medical Center after an extended illness. She was 56.
Mrs. Jones was born April 10, 1944, in Gallitzin, Cambria County, to Paul and Ada Glass Stafford.
A 1962 alumna of Reynolds High School, she worked at one time for Angela’s hairdresser, Sharon; and Hill’s Department Store, Hermitage.
While in North Olmsted, Mrs. Jones was employed by Discount Drug Mart.
She was a former member of Church of the Sacred Heart, Sharon, and St. Richard’s Church, North Olmsted.
Mrs. Jones loved crocheting and playing cards.
She also enjoyed bowling and belonged to many leagues in the Shenango Valley.
Surviving are: her husband, James P. Jones Sr., whom she married Aug. 18, 1962, at home; three sons, James P. Jones Jr., Sharon; Stephen T. Jones, Chicago; and Paul D. Jones, Las Vegas; a sister, Mrs. David (Donna) Conn, Transfer; two brothers, William J. Stafford, Cranberry Township; and Daniel Stafford, Greenville; and four grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, David Francis.
Memorial contributions may be made to Center for Organ Recovery and Education (C.O.R.E.), 204 Sigma Drive, Pittsburgh 15238.
JONES
Mrs. James P. (Mary E.) Sr., 56, of 9353 W. Twain Ave., Las Vegas, formerly of Sharon and North Olmsted, Pa.
Calling hours: 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday (1-14-01) in J. BRADLEY McGONIGLE FUNERAL HOME Inc., 1090 E. State St., Sharon.
Service: Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Monday (1-15-01) in Church of the Sacred Heart, Sharon, with the Rev. Daniel J. Kresinski, pastor, as celebrant.
Rosalie B. Bernard Kmetz
Church of Notre Dame member was homemaker
Funeral Mass will be Monday for Rosalie B. Bernard Kmetz, West Salem Township, formerly of Longview Road, Hermitage. She died at 12:25 a.m. Friday (1-12-01) in St. Paul Homes, West Salem Township, after a lengthy illness. She was 84.
Mrs. Kmetz was born Dec. 21, 1916, in United, Pa., to John W. and Rose V. Pavlochak Bernard.
She was an alumna of Hurst High School, United.
A homemaker, Mrs. Kmetz enjoyed crocheting and baking and took care of the altar linens at Church of Notre Dame, Hermitage. As a member of Notre Dame, she belonged to the Ave Maria Society.
Mrs. Kmetz was also a member of Wednesday Senior Mixed Bowling at Sunset Lanes, Farrell.
Her husband, Joseph F. Kmetz, whom she married Feb. 24, 1938, died Jan. 30, 1999.
Surviving are: two daughters, Mrs. Richard (Rosalie) Sulecki, Greenville; and Genevieve Williams, Sharon; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her father, who died Jan. 20, 1981; her mother, who died Dec. 4, 1994; and a brother, John Bernard, who died May 8, 1966.
Memorial contributions may be made through the funeral home to Church of Notre Dame, Hermitage.
KMETZ
Mrs. Joseph F. (Rosalie B. Bernard), 84, West Salem Township, formerly of Longview Road, Hermitage.
Calling hours: 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday (1-14-01) in A.E. PUSTINGER FUNERAL HOME Ltd., 1310 Idaho St., Farrell. Vigil service at 4 p.m.
Service: Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Monday (1-15-01) in Church of Notre Dame, Hermitage, with the Rev. William G. Rice, parochial vicar, as celebrant.
Burial: St. Ann’s Cemetery, Hermitage.
Theresa M. Zambino DeAngio
Immaculate Heart member was Mercer schools retiree
Theresa M. Zambino DeAngio, 210 N. Maple St., Mercer, died at 3 p.m. Friday (1-12-01) in Woodland Place, Coolspring Township. She was 83. Mrs. DeAngio was born June 1, 1917, in Mercer to Felix and Theresa Zambino. She retired after 27½ years as a cafeteria worker for Mercer School District.
Mrs. DeAngio was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church; and Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge 1637, both Mercer.
Surviving are: her husband, Peter D. DeAngio, whom she married Aug. 30, 1935, at home; a daughter, Connie Eves, Mercer; two sons, James P. DeAngio, New Castle; and David P. DeAngio, Mercer; a sister, Mary DeAngelo, Detroit; a brother, John Zambino, Mercer; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren,.
She was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters, Viola Stodolak; and Rose and Methilda Zambino; and three brothers, Anthony, Augustine and Samuel Zambino. DeANGIO
Mrs. Peter D. (Theresa M. Zambino), 83, of 210 N. Maple St., Mercer.
Calling hours: 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday (1-14-01) in CUNNINGHAM FUNERAL HOME Inc., 144 S. Pitt St., Mercer. Rosary service at 3:45 p.m. Wake service at 9 p.m.
Service: Mass of Christian burial at 2 p.m. Monday (1-15-01) in Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Mercer, with the Rev. James Kennelley, pastor, as celebrant.
Burial: All Saints Cemetery, Jefferson Township.
Julia M. Durkos
Former Farrell resident was known for her pizza
Julia M. Durkos, 1119 Yankee Run Road, Masury, formerly of Farrell, died at 12:50 p.m. Thursday (1-11-01) in the hospital of Sharon Regional Health System after a brief illness. She was 82.
Mrs. Durkos was born Jan. 13, 1918, in Farrell to Frank and Christina DeVune Rocco.
A 1936 alumna of Farrell High School, she was owner and operator for six years of the Pizza Pub, Sharon.
Known for her pizza, Mrs. Durkos at one time was a cook for Hilltop Inn, Farrell; and was a cook and barmaid at Capuzzi's, Brookfield; Hollywood Grille; and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8860, both Masury.
As a member of Our Lady of Fatima Church, Farrell, she served as a hostess in the 1950s for the church picnic.
Mrs. Durkos loved bowling and was a member of the English Speaking League Mixed Couples Bowling League at Sunset Lanes, Farrell.
She was an avid sports fan.
Her husband, Joseph Durkos Jr., whom she married Oct. 12, 1940, died June 23, 1980.
Surviving are: two sons, Joseph Durkos III, Hubbard; and Robert L. Durkos, Masury; a daughter, Mrs. Edward (Christine) Szabo, Masury; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Frank Rocco; a sister, Mary Vasile; and infant sisters and brothers.
Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Fatima Church, 601 Roemer Blvd., Farrell 16121.
DURKOS
Mrs. Joseph (Julia M.) Jr., 82, of 1119 Yankee Run Road, Masury, formerly of Farrell.
Calling hours: 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday (1-14-01) in MADASZ FUNERAL HOME Inc., 6923 Warren Sharon Road, Brookfield.
Service: Private funeral Mass will be held Monday (1-15-01) in Our Lady of Fatima Church, Farrell, with the Rev. Donald E. Berdis, pastor, as celebrant.
Burial: St. Elizabeth's Cemetery, Farrell.
PREVIOUS DEATHS
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DERRICK
Mrs. Michael (Anna J.), Hempfield Township, formerly of 152 Clarksville St., Greenville.
Obituary was published 1-12-01
Calling hours: Were 3 to 6 p.m. Friday (1-12-01) in LOUTZENHISER-JORDAN COLONIAL FUNERAL HOME, 366-68 S. Main St., Greenville.
Service: Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. today (1-13-01) in St. Michael's Church, Greenville, with the Rev. Dennis J. Veltri, parochial vicar, as celebrant.
Burial: St. Michael's Cemetery, Greenville.
FERRARA
Joseph J., 86, of 7491 Warren-Sharon Road, Brookfield.
Obituary was published 1-11-01
Calling hours: Were 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday (1-11-01) and 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday (1-12-01) in MADASZ FUNERAL HOME Inc., 6923 Warren Sharon Road, Brookfield.
Service: Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. today (1-13-01) in St. Vincent de Paul Church, Vienna, with the Rev. Frank Zanni, pastor, as celebrant.
Entombment: Crown Hill Burial Park, Vienna.
FLICKINGER
Mrs. Frederick C. "Midge" (Phyllis V.), 83, of 790 Beech St., Stoneboro.
Obituary was published 1-12-01
Calling hours: Were 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday (1-12-01) in SCOTT A. BLACK FUNERAL HOME, 99 Franklin St., Stoneboro.
Service: Funeral service at 11 a.m. today (1-13-01) in the funeral home, with the Rev. Edmond C. Gresick, pastor of Stoneboro United Methodist Church, officiating.
Burial: Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Jackson Township.
HANNA
Mrs. Kenneth W. (Josephine A.), 80, of 43 Templeton Ave., Hempfield Township.
Obituary was published 1-12-01
Calling hours: Were 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday (1-12-01) in LOUTZENHISER-JORDAN COLONIAL FUNERAL HOME, 366-68 S. Main St., Greenville, and are 1 p.m. to time of service today (1-13-01) in Crossroads Christian Fellowship, West Salem Township.
Service: Funeral service at 2 p.m. today in the church, with the Rev. Robert D. Verno, pastor, officiating.
Burial: Shenango Valley Cemetery, Greenville.
IACINO
Mrs. Archie F. (Lillian M.), 74, of 500 Emerson Ave., Farrell.
Obituary was published 1-11-01
Calling hours: Were 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday (1-12-01) in SAMPLE-O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME Inc., East State Street at North Oakland Avenue, Sharon. Friends may send condolences by e-mail to Sample@infonline.net
Service: Funeral service at 10:30 a.m. today (1-13-01) in the funeral home, with the Rev. G. Edward Hillard, pastor of East Side Church (Baptist-Disciples of Christ), Sharon, officiating.
Burial: Hillcrest Memorial Park, Hermitage.
RICHARDSON
Francis E., 76, formerly of Richardson Road, Pine Township.
Obituary was published 1-11-01
Calling hours: Were 7 to 9 p.m. Friday (1-12-01) and 10 a.m. to time of service Saturday (1-13-01) in CUNNINGHAM FUNERAL HOME Inc., 306 Bessemer Ave., Grove City.
Service: Funeral service at 11 a.m. today in the funeral home, with the Rev. David A. Lingle, pastor of Center Presbyterian Church, Grove City, officiating.
Burial: Center Church Cemetery, Pine Township.
SNYDER
Mrs. Norman E. (Julia E.), 83, of 9 Elizabeth St., Greenville.
Obituary was published 1-11-01
Calling hours: Were 7 to 9 p.m. Friday (1-12-01) in ANDREW H. OSBORNE III FUNERAL HOME Inc., 73 & 75 Columbia Ave., Greenville.
Service: Funeral and committal service at 11 a.m. today (1-13-01) in the funeral home, with the Rev. Merle Henley, retired pastor of Calvary United Methodist Church, Greenville, officiating.
Burial: Delaware (Township) Cemetery.
VALLELY
John A. "Jack," 70, of 1820 Scrubgrass Road, Findley Township.
Obituary was published 1-12-01
Calling hours: 7 to 9 p.m. today (1-13-01) and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday (1-14-01) in CUNNINGHAM FUNERAL HOME Inc., 306 Bessemer Ave., Grove City. Wake service at 8:45 p.m.
Service: Mass of Christian burial at 11 a.m. Monday (1-15-01) in Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Mercer, with the Rev. James Kennelley, pastor, as celebrant.
Burial: St. Hermenegilds Church Cemetery, Findley Township.
YANKEVICH
Leo R., 69, of 1042 Fruit Ave., Farrell.
Obituary was published 1-12-01
Calling hours: 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday (1-14-01) in LEIPHEIMER-TOMON FUNERAL HOME, 1246 Roemer Blvd., Farrell.
Service: Mass of Christian burial at 11 a.m. Monday (1-15-01) in St. Adalbert's Church, Farrell, with the Rev. John R. Boeckman, pastor, as celebrant.
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, Hermitage.
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