Today's obituaries
Eugene John
Farmer was Beloved Disciple, Sons of Italy member
Eugene John, 697 Barkeyville Road, Pine Township, died at 6:30 p.m. Monday (6-25-01) in his home after an eight-month illness. He was 90.
Mr. John as born Feb. 23, 1911, in Lyndora, Pa., to John and Dora Mottola John.
He was a self-employed farmer.
Mr. John was a member of Church of the Beloved Disciple; and Sons of Italy Lodge 1314, both Grove City.
Surviving are: two sisters, Ann Richitt, Washington, D.C.; and Mary Lucas, Grove City.
He was preceded in death by his parents; four sisters, Julia and Mary John; Madeline Mannozzi and Jennie L. Wolbert; and four brothers, Joseph, Anthony, Peter A. and Dominic P. "Mickey" John. JOHN
Eugene, 90, of 697 Barkeyville Road, Pine Township.
Calling hours: 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday (6-28-01) in CUNNINGHAM FUNERAL HOME Inc., 306 Bessemer Ave., Grove City.
Service: Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. Friday (6-29-01) in Church of the Beloved Disciple, Grove City, with Monsignor Edward J. Zeitler, pastor, as celebrant.
Interment: Crestview Memorial Park, Pine Township.
Helen Louise Ward
Stoneboro-born homemaker had daughter in Hubbard
A funeral service will be held Wednesday for Helen Louise Ward, 189 Meadowbrook Drive, Hermitage. She passed away at 8:30 p.m. Sunday (6-24-01) in her daughter's home following an extended illness. She was 84.
Mrs. Ward was born Jan. 2, 1917, in Stoneboro, a daughter of Lloyd and Margaret Duckett Jury.
As an infant, she moved to Clearfield, Pa. She graduated in 1935 from Clearfield High School.
A homemaker, she was a former member of Christ Lutheran Church in Sharon.
She belonged to General American Transportation Corp.'s Foreman's Club Auxiliary; AARP, the retired person's organization; and Clearfield High School Gold Bison Association.
Her husband, Richard A. Ward, whom she married Jan. 21, 1939, passed away Aug. 8, 1991.
She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Patrick (Patricia) Smith, Hubbard; and one son, Richard T. Ward, Erie.
She also leaves two grandchildren, Stanley R. Skruck and Cheryl L. Gallagher; one great-granddaughter; and three stepgreat-grandchildren.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Thomas and Harold Jury.
Memorial contributions may be made to Sharon Regional Health System's Hospice Home Care, 490 N. Kerrwood Drive, Suite 204, Hermitage 16148.
WARD
Mrs. Richard A. (Helen Louise), 84, of 189 Meadowbrook Drive, Hermitage.
Calling hours: 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today (6-26-01) in J. BRADLEY McGONIGLE FUNERAL HOME Inc., 1090 E. State St., Sharon. Friends may also e-mail condolences to McGonigleFuneralHome@infonline.net
Service: Funeral service at 10 a.m. Wednesday (6-27-01) in the funeral home, with the Rev. Dr. Arlon K. Stubbe, pastor of Christ Lutheran Church, Sharon, officiating.
Entombment: Hillcrest Memorial Park, Hermitage.
Julia D. Adams
Allentown woman had sister, brother living in Farrell
FOUNTAIN HILL, Pa. -- Julia D. Adams, 234 N. 4th St., Allentown, Pa., died at 4 a.m. Saturday (6-23-01) in the Visiting Nurses Association Hospice at St. Luke's following an extended illness. She was 66.
Mrs. Adams was the wife of the late Joseph A. Adams, formerly of Farrell, who died in 1998.
She was an inspector at Lucent Technologies in Allentown for 31 years until retiring in May of this year. Previously Mrs. Adams was the manager at the Negro Cultural Center in Allentown for 15 years, where she formerly was a board member for many years. She was also a licensed cosmetologist at the former Zollinger-Harned Department Store in Allentown, where she was a graduate of its cosmetology school.
Born in Cheraw, S.C., Mrs. Adams was a daughter of the late Hood and Dora Grace Pegues.
She was a current member of New Creations Family Worship Center in Allentown.
Mrs. Adams was a life member of the Allentown Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.
She was a well-known singer in the Lehigh Valley, particularly at funerals, and was a former member and soloist for the church choir; and the Zionette's Choir at St. James African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church in Allentown.
Surviving are: two daughters, Geraldine Pegues and Sheryl Pearyer; and two sons, Andrew and James Adams, all Allentown; three sisters, Mamie Fletcher, Cheraw; Beulah Campbell, Gary, Ind.; and Bertha L. Robinson, Farrell; a brother, Robert L. Pegues, Farrell; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
ADAMS
Mrs. Joseph A. (Julia D.), 66, of 234 N. 4th St., Allentown, Pa.
Calling hours: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday (6-28-01) in BACHMAN, KULIK & REINSMITH FUNERAL HOME, 17th & Hamilton streets, Allentown.
Service: Funeral service at 11 a.m. Friday (6-29-01) in New Creations Family Worship Center, 1109 Linden St., Allentown.
Burial: Highland Memorial Park, Allentown.
Nicholas Hardy
State Department retiree was 1933 Sharon High grad
CORAOPOLIS, Pa. -- Nicholas Hardy, Pittsburgh, formerly of Sharon, died peacefully at 12:10 a.m. June 16, 2001, in Sycamore Creek Care Center. He was 88.
Nicholas was born Nov. 20, 1912, in Sharon to John and Mary Vansuch.
He was a 1933 graduate of Sharon High School, where he was active in football and other sports.
He also attended Georgetown University School of Languages and the University of Georgia for specialized studies.
Nicholas held responsible positions in the U.S. government, both in the United States and abroad. He was a personnel officer, administration officer and general services officer.
Nicholas spent eight years in Washington and 17 years stationed abroad in Bolivia, Brazil, Russia, Mexico, France and Australia.
He retired from the Department of State Division of Foreign Service in 1978.
He is survived by his wife, the former Anne Gall, whom he married Nov. 9, 1941, who also resides in Sycamore Creek Care Center; and several nieces and nephews.
Nicholas was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, John Hardy Jr.; and Stephen, Michael, George and Joseph Hardy; and four sisters, Mary Hopko, Anna Yenick, Kathryn Adderty and Margaret Hardy.
Calling hours were 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. June 17, 2001, in Pittsburgh, with a Parastas service at 3 p.m.
A funeral service was held at 9:30 a.m. June 18, followed by a Divine Liturgy at 10 a.m. in St. John Chrysostom Byzantine Catholic Church, Pittsburgh. An interment was held in St. John's Cemetery, Hermitage.
M. Jane White
Homemaker belonged to St. Michael's in Greenville
M. Jane White, 643 Methodist Road, Hempfield Township, formerly of Grove City and Hartstown, died at 12:45 a.m. Monday (6-25-01) in St. Paul Homes, West Salem Township. She was 85.
Mrs. White was born Nov. 7, 1915, in Adamsville to Sam and Jennie Rizonni Mosca.
She was a 1933 alumna of the former East Fallowfield (Township) High School.
A homemaker, Mrs. White was a member of St. Michael's Church in Greenville.
Surviving are: her husband, Nicholas White, whom she married Aug. 28, 1937, Greenville; a son and his wife, Nicholas J. and Jean White, Greenville; a half sister, Mrs. Harry (Sara) Kiskadden, Hudson, Ohio; a stepsister, Mary Nageotte, Oakridge, Tenn.; four stepbrothers, Joe White, Greenville; John White, Kingsville, Ohio; Dan White, Harts-town; and Henry White, Linesville; and two grandchildren, Mark White and his wife Tammy, Conneaut Lake; and Jennifer L. White, Pittsburgh.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Valentino White; a stepbrother, Adam White; a stepsister, Eleanor Hough; and a sister, Grace Scott. WHITE
Mrs. Nicholas (M. Jane), 85, of 643 Methodist Road, Hempfield Township, formerly of Grove City and Hartstown.
Calling hours: 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday (6-27-01) in BAIRD FUNERAL HOME, 14 Louisa Ave., Greenville. Friends may send condolences by e-mail to Baird@infonline.net
Service: Mass of Christian burial at 10:30 a.m. Thursday (6-28-01) in St. Michael's Church, Greenville, with Monsignor Andrew Karg, pastor, as celebrant.
Burial: St. Michael's Cemetery, Greenville.
Valentina Walzer
Valentina Walzer, 1223 Negley St., Farrell, died at 12:30 a.m. Tuesday (6-26-01) in her home. She was 81.
Obituary information was incomplete.
WALZER
Valentina, 81, of 1223 Negley St., Farrell.
Arrangements will be announced by J. BRADLEY McGONIGLE FUNERAL HOME Inc., 1090 E. State St., Sharon.
Grace M. Kajma Fritch
Former Farrell homemaker belonged to St. Adalbert's
Grace M. Kajma Fritch, 800 Linden St., Sharon, formerly of Farrell, died at 1:50 a.m. Tuesday (6-26-01) in her home of natural causes. She was 78.
Mrs. Fritch was born Nov. 1, 1922, in Farrell to Andrew and Stella Miciewski Kajma.
A 1941 graduate of Farrell High School, she was a homemaker and a patient representative and greeter at Warren (Ohio) General Hospital.
As a member of St. Adalbert's Church in Farrell, Mrs. Fritch belonged to the Infant Jesus of Prague Society and the church pirogi makers group.
She loved to sew, do crafts and cook.
Her husband, John Fritch, whom she married Nov. 21, 1942, died Sept. 12, 1978.
Surviving are: two daughters, Sandy Bonstelle, wife of Dr. Chuck Bonstelle, Phoenix; and Mrs. Bill (Carole) Meier, Sharpsville; two sons, Robert Fritch, Philadelphia; and Gary Fritch, Brookfield; a sister, Mrs. Joseph (Dolores) Fordeley, Farrell; a half sister, Gertrude Burrus, Miami, Fla.; a half brother, Alphonse Perdian, Hermitage; and eight grandchildren.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Leonard and Raymond Kajma; three half sisters, Stella Peters; and Theresa and Ramona Perdian; and three half brothers, Frank, Alfred and Walter Perdian.
Memorial contributions may be made to Sharon Regional Health System's Hospice Home Care, 490 N. Kerrwood Drive, Suite 204, Hermitage 16148.
FRITCH
Mrs. John (Grace M. Kajma), 78, of 800 Linden St., Sharon, formerly of Farrell.
Calling hours: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday (6-27-01) in A.E. PUSTINGER FUNERAL HOME Ltd., 1310 Idaho St., Farrell. Rosary service at 5:30 p.m. by St. Adalbert's Prayer Group. Condolences may be e-mailed to pustinger@adelphia.net
Service: Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Thursday (6-28-01) in St. Adalbert's Church, Farrell, with the Rev. Matthew Ruyechan, Order of Friars Minor, as celebrant.
Burial: Pine View Cemetery, Niles, Ohio.
June E. Moyers
Hubbard homemaker was member of First Presbyterian
June E. Moyers, 3771 Woodbine Ave. SE, Hubbard, passed away Sunday, June 24, 2001, in Liberty Health Care Center. She was 83.
June was born June 8, 1918, in Youngstown, a daughter of Edison and Lola Mae Bence Stauffer.
She was a homemaker and lifelong area resident.
June was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Hubbard and its Wilda Davis Class.
She also belonged to Rebekah Lodge 758; and Hall Avenue Senior Citizens, both Hubbard.
Mrs. Moyer leaves one son, Harold I. Moyers, West Chester, Pa.; two daughters, Kathryn Moyers Mosher, Brandon, Miss.; and Debora D. Branch, Hubbard; nine grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold I. Moyers, whom she married in October 1934; a daughter, Marjorie A. Wolfgang; two sisters; and a brother.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Memorial Fund of First Presbyterian Church, 22 West View, Hubbard 44425. MOYERS
Mrs. Harold I. (June E.), 83, of 3771 Woodbine Ave. SE, Hubbard.
Calling hours: None.
Service: Funeral service at 10 a.m. Wednesday (6-27-01) in First Presbyterian Church, Hubbard.
Burial: Hubbard Union Cemetery.
Arrangements by STEWART-KYLE FUNERAL HOME, 407 W. Liberty St., Hubbard.
Mary Peters
Mary Peters, West Salem Township, died at 12:20 p.m. Monday (6-25-01) in St. Paul Homes, West Salem Township. She was 98.
Obituary information was incomplete. PETERS
Mary, 98, West Salem Township.
Arrangements will be announced by BAIRD FUNERAL HOME, 14 Louisa Ave., Greenville.
Naomi Messaro
Naomi Messaro, 376 Wheeler Place, Sharon, died at 2:20 p.m. Monday (6-25-01) at UPMC Horizon, Farrell. She was 78.
Obituary information was incomplete. MESSARO
Naomi, 78, of 376 Wheeler Place, Sharon.
Arrangements will be announced by J. BRADLEY McGONIGLE FUNERAL HOME Inc., 1090 E. State St., Sharon.
Audrey Jayne Bilger Minner
Homemaker was active in Pulaski United Methodist
A funeral service will be held Thursday for Audrey Jayne Bilger Minner, 517 S. Mercer Ave., Hermitage, formerly of Pulaski Township, Lawrence County. She died at 7:45 p.m. Sunday (6-24-01) in the emergency room of Sharon Regional Health System following an extended illness. She was 80.
Mrs. Minner was born Oct. 12, 1920, in Struthers, Ohio, to Roy C. and Massie Mae Funk Bilger.
She was an alumna of Union High School in New Castle.
A homemaker, Mrs. Minner formerly worked at Livingston's department store of Youngstown.
As an active member of Pulaski United Methodist Church, she served on the church board and was a former Sunday school teacher.
Mrs. Minner was a member for more than 50 years of the family card club.
Her husband, James Russell Minner, whom she married Jan. 16, 1947, died May 14, 1992.
Surviving are: two daughters, Deborah D. Aiello and her husband Anthony J., Hermitage; and Barbara Gay Coler and her husband William N., Webster, N.Y.; four sisters, Martha Louise Harry and Arnella "Corry" Barris, both West Middlesex; Ila Mae Ediburn, New Bedford; and Verneda "Neen" Holfelder, New Wilmington; four grandchildren, Jennifer D. Aspery Franklin, John Chadwick Aspery, James Nelson Coler and Alissa Beth Coler Mayer; and two great-grandchildren, Samantha Nicole Franklin and Abbey Elizabeth Mayer.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, North West Region, Box 6296, Erie 16512-6296.
MINNER
Mrs. James Russell (Audrey Jayne Bilger), 80, of 517 S. Mercer Ave., Hermitage, formerly of Pulaski Township, Lawrence County.
Calling hours: 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday (6-27-01) in SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 310 W. Neshannock Ave., New Wilmington.
Service: Funeral service at 11 a.m. Thursday (6-28-01) in the funeral home, with the Rev. B. Edward Boyd, former pastor of Pulaski United Methodist Church, officiating.
Interment: Neshannock Cemetery, New Wilmington.
David A. McQuiston
SAN DIEGO -- David A. McQuiston, 227 NE Tennessee, Washington, D.C., formerly of 848 Woodlawn Drive, Hermitage, died June 19, 2001, in Marriott Residence Hotel of a heart attack. He was 47.
Obituary information was incomplete. McQUISTON
David A., 47, of 227 NE Tennessee, Washington, D.C., formerly of 848 Woodlawn Drive, Hermitage.
Arrangements will be announced by MARSHALL FUNERAL HOME, 200 Fountain Ave., Ellwood City.
David Aaron 'Rocket' Rissmiller
Son of missionaries was '76 Thiel grad, truck driver
David Aaron "Rocket" Rissmiller, 429 Stevenson Road, Salem Township, died at 7:59 a.m. Sunday (6-24-01) of injuries sustained in an automobile crash on Route 18 in Sugar Grove Township. He was 47.
Mr. Rissmiller was born March 28, 1954, in Middletown, Pa., to John Henry and Ruth Mable Elbert Rissmiller.
A 1972 alumnus of Milton S. Hershey (Pa.) High School, he earned a bachelor's degree in biology in 1976 from Thiel College in Greenville. While at Thiel, Mr. Rissmiller was a member of the Beta Beta Beta Honor Society.
With both parents serving as Lutheran missionaries, he spent 1½ years living in Monrovia, Liberia, during his high school years. Through the Internet, Mr. Rissmiller remained in contact with friends he made while there.
He was currently employed as a truck driver by Pitt-Ohio Transportation Co. out of West Middlesex; and previously worked in the transportation departments of Quality Farm & Fleet -- Greenville; and the former Greenville Wholesale Drug Co.
Mr. Rissmiller was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Middletown.
A railroad enthusiast, he was involved in both federal and state societies. He also loved gardening and horseback riding.
Surviving are: his wife, the former Carol A. Bocook, whom he married July 6, 1994, at home; his mother, Middletown; a brother, Richard Allen Rissmiller, and his wife Joyce, Middletown; three sisters, Mrs. Paul (Susan Marie) Bittler, Long Island, N.Y.; Mrs. Edward (Ann Louise) Hording, Elizabethtown, Pa.; and Mrs. Raymond (Ruth Elizabeth) Brunner, East Petersburg, Pa.; six nieces; and 12 nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father; and a nephew, Brian Bocook.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 19 Jefferson Avenue, Sharon 16146. RISSMILLER
David Aaron "Rocket," 47, of 429 Stevenson Road, Salem Township.
Calling hours: 5 p.m. to time of service today (6-26-01) in ANDREW H. OSBORNE III FUNERAL HOME Inc., 73 & 75 Columbia Ave., Greenville. Condolences may be sent to www.osbornefuneralhome.com
Service: Funeral and committal service at 8 p.m. today in the funeral home, with the Rev. Donald B. Green, assistant to the bishop of the Southwestern Pennsylvania Synod of the Lutheran Church, officiating.
PREVIOUS DEATHS
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DONDERO
Frederick F. Sr., 80, of 3637 W. Pasadena Ave., Phoenix, formerly of Farrell.
Obituary was published 12-16-00
Service: Memorial Mass at 10 a.m. Thursday (6-28-01) in Our Lady of Fatima Church, Farrell, with the Rev. Donald E. Berdis, pastor, as celebrant.
Interment: St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Farrell.
Arrangements by J. BRADLEY McGONIGLE FUNERAL HOME Inc., 1090 E. State St., Sharon. Friends may also e-mail condolences to McGonigleFuneralHome@infonline.net
HARRY
William C. Jr., 52, Dydek Lane, Springfield Township.
Obituary was published 6-25-01
Calling hours: 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today (6-26-01) in SMITH FUNERAL HOME OF LEESBURG, 1778 Perry Highway, Springfield Township.
Service: Funeral service at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday (6-27-01) in the funeral home, with the Rev. Dr. Donald P. Wilson, pastor of Lebanon Presbyterian Church, Lackawannock Township, officiating.
Interment: Oak Park Cemetery, New Castle.
HAYES
Mrs. Roger E. (Eleanor L.), 77, Hermitage.
Obituary was published 6--25-01
Calling hours: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. today (6-26-01) in HAROLD W. STEVENSON FUNERAL HOME, 264 E. State St., Sharon.
Service: Funeral service at 11 a.m. Wednesday (6-27-01) in the funeral home, with the Rev. Charles Eckles, pastor of Central Christian Church, Hermitage, officiating.
Burial: Cremation.
RUSH
Mrs. Norman "Jack" (Gladine), 77, of 1480 Idaho Street Ext., Hermitage, formerly of Kittanning, Pa.
Obituary was published 6-24-01
Calling hours: Private. Friends may e-mail condolences to McGonigleFuneralHome@infonline.net
Service: Funeral service at 1 p.m. today (6-26-01) in Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, Hermitage, with the Rev. Robert Coval, pastor, officiating.
Burial: Morefield Cemetery, Hermitage.
RYDER
Walter E. "Newt," 87, Perry Highway, Volant.
Obituary was published 6-25-01
Calling hours: 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today (6-26-01) in SMITH FUNERAL HOME OF LEESBURG, 1778 Perry Highway, Springfield Township.
Service: Funeral service at 11 a.m. Wednesday (6-27-01) in the funeral home, with the Rev. Thomas Gomola, pastor of Leesburg Presbyterian Church, officiating, assisted by the Rev. Sue Montgomery of Nickleville Presbyterian Church and her husband Jay Montgomery of Edinburg Presbyterian Church.
Interment: Leesburg Cemetery, Springfield Township.
SHERRY
Robert C., 56, of 437 N. Oakland Ave., Sharon.
Obituary was published 6-25-01
Calling hours: 4 to 7 p.m. today (6-26-01) in J. BRADLEY McGONIGLE FUNERAL HOME Inc., 1090 E. State St., Sharon. Friends may also e-mail condolences to McGonigleFuneralHome@infonline.net
Service: Funeral service at noon Wednesday (6-27-01) in the funeral home, with the Rev. Ricky D. Nelson, pastor of New Virginia United Methodist Church, Hermitage, officiating.
Interment: Oakwood Cemetery, Hermitage, with full military honors.
SKIDMORE
Leonard "Pap," 73, Hopewell Township, Beaver County.
Obituary was published 6-25-01
Calling hours: Were Monday (6-25-01) and are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today (6-26-01) in WAYNE N. TATALOVICH FUNERAL HOME, 2205 McMinn St., Aliquippa.
Service: Funeral service at 10 a.m. Wednesday (6-27-01) in the funeral home.
Interment: Hopewell-Hebron Cemetery, Clinton, Pa.
SWITZER
Harry L., 67, of 162 Wozniak Road, Lackawannock Township.
Obituary was published 6-25-01
Calling hours: 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today (6-26-01) in W. WAYNE CUNNINGHAM FUNERAL HOME, 3126 Main St., West Middlesex.
Service: Funeral and committal service at 11 a.m. Wednesday (6-27-01) in the funeral home, with the Rev. Dr. Donald P. Wilson, pastor of Lebanon Presbyterian Church, Lackwannock Township, officiating.
Burial: Reidsburg Cemetery, Clarion County.
ZAPPA
Mrs. Felix (Sugar), 78, of 742 Indiana Ave., Farrell.
Obituary was published 6-25-01
Calling hours: 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday (6-27-01) in J. BRADLEY McGONIGLE FUNERAL HOME Inc., 1090 E. State St., Sharon. Rosary recited at 7:45 p.m. by the Rev. Donald E. Berdis. Friends may also e-mail condolences to McGonigleFuneralHome@infonline.net
Service: Funeral Mass on Thursday (6-28-01) in Our Lady of Fatima Church, Farrell, with Rev. Berdis, pastor, as celebrant. Time will be announced.
Interment: Hillcrest Memorial Park, Hermitage.
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