Current Obituaries:

CLARK, M. Rita, 92, of Johnstown, died May 9, 2008, at home. Born in Johnstown, Pa., on Sept. 12, 1915, she was the daughter of John and Philomena (Boes) Pohl.   Preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Mary Louise and her husband, Dr. John N. Code, brothers, Edward F. and his wife, Marceline (Little) Pohl, Robert J. and Lillian (Wilson) Pohl, and brother-in-law Henry Rengh.  Survived by her husband of 66 years, John J. Clark, children, Dennis John and his wife Mary Ellen (O'Shea) Clark of Grosse Point Farms, Mich., Mark Joseph and his wife Meio Omy (Young) Clark of Rochester, N.Y., Rev. Sean Code of Frugality, Pa., and Siobhan Marlene Code at home, and grandchildren, John Francis, Margaret Ellen, Charles Francis and Mark Augustine Clark and Mary Bridget Clark (Mrs. Matthew) Whitney.  She was a graduate of the former Johnstown Catholic High School and attended the College of St. Francis, Joliet, Ill., before graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in English and Social Studies from Lock Haven (Pa.) State Teachers College. She also attended the University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown campus. Rita was a former school teacher at Edgewood Elementary School, in Johnstown, and later associated in business with her husband at Clark's Dairy Store in Hornerstown.  Mrs. Clark was past president of the Johnstown Catholic Forum, and a member of the League of Women Voters of Greater Johnstown, the Johnstown Community Concert Association, the Mercy Hospital Guild, the Mercy-Lee Charity Ball Committee, and a decade director of the Bishop McCort Alumni Association appeal. She served on the Advisory Board of the Salvation Army and the Board of Directors of Senior Activity Center of Johnstown, and as Secretary of the Johnstown Parking Authority. She was elected to the Johnstown City Council and the State Legislature for the 71st District, and appointed to the Governor's Commission for Women and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission.

She was a Senior Peer Counselor for St. Vincent dePaul Society, a lector and a member of the Parish Council and Mother Seton Guild of Visitation BVM Catholic Church, where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, May 12, at 2 pm, Rev. Sean Code, celebrant. Friends will be received from 2 to 8 pm on Sunday, May 11, at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd., Johnstown.  Interment at Grandview Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Vistiation Catholic Church or to Bishop McCort High School.
 

KAUSE, Gary Paul "Fuzzy", 55, went home to be with our Lord May 7, 2008 after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. Fuz was born November 24, 1952 in Altoona, PA son of Sara (Holiday) Kause and the late Russell Kause. Survived by wife, the former Kathy Fisher. Brother Joseph Kause and wife Theresa, father-in-law George Fisher and these children, Brian, Paul and wife Lucritia, Kelly wife of Robert Griffith, Russell J. and wife Robyn, Jennifer wife of Chad Gyorke. He is also survived by his grandchildren whom he adored.  He was a loving brother, nephew, uncle and cousin, with whom he shared a special bond. Fuz was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was employed by D.R.S Laurel Technologies . He also was the owner of GPK Enterprises, a gifted carpenter who took great pride in his work.  Current Treasurer of the Johnstown Chiefs Fan Club, and a life long supporter of the Johnstown Chiefs. At every game you would find him selling 50/50 tickets.  A lifetime member of Scalp Level Fire Department where he served as past treasurer. He was a gentle man with a huge heart, always one to help in time of need. A loving son, husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was loved by all who knew him and will be forever missed.

A member of Moxham Lutheran Church where family and friends will meet for funeral service at 10:00AM Monday May 12, 2008. The Rev.Robert R. Wagner officiating.
Friends received 2-8 PM, Saturday, May 10, 2008 at Frank Duca Funeral Home Westmont, Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd., No visitation Sunday (Mother's Day), Interment, Forest Lawn Cemetery.  If so desired, contributions may be made to Moxham Lutheran Church, The Johnstown Chiefs, or Windber Hospice in his memory.
Windber VFW Post 4795 will hold military graveside rights.
 

AUST, Herbert H., 89, of Roxbury, died May 7, 2008 at home. Born in Listie, PA on April 20, 1919, the son of John Sr. and Josephine (Sedei) Aust.  Preceded in death by parents, brothers John, William and Arthur Aust, and sisters Elizabeth, Hildegarde and Anna Miller.  Survived by wife of 65 years, Eleanor (Snyder), children Herbert S. married to Donna J. Grabowski, Menoher Heights; and Robin married to William Bogler, Lewisburg, PA. Also survived by grandchildren Pamela, married to Michael Crooks, Cynthia Aust, Herbert S. Aust, Jr., Cory Bogler, and Alex Bogler; and great-grandchildren Tyler, Austin and Landon Crooks.  Herbert was retired from Peoples Natural Gas Company with 45 years of service. He was an Army Veteran of W.W.II serving in France, Belgium and England, a member of the American Legion, the VFW, Listie Hunting Club and a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association.

He was a member of Saint Clement Catholic Church where funeral mass will be held 10 AM, Saturday, May 10, 2008, the Rev. William E. Rosenbaum officiating.  Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 PM, Friday, May 9 at Frank Duca Funeral Home,Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd., Johnstown.  Entombment Saint Joseph Cemetery, Geistown.
 

ROBERTS, Sarah L., 73, died May 1, 2008, at her home in Naples, FL. Born March 6, 1935 in Omaha, Illinois, she was the daughter of Robert Lee Eubanks and Inez (Gregg) Eubanks.  Preceded in death by her parents, her second husband Jim Roberts, her longtime partner Howard J. Volbers, and her brother Greg Eubanks.  Survived by children Susan (Pierson) Slezak, married to Denny Slezak, Safety Harbor, FL; James Pierson II, Lombard, IL; Sally (Pierson) Geruntino, Bedford, TX; and stepchildren Kerry (Roberts) Keklak, Johnstown; Jami (Roberts) Moyer, Colorado Springs, CO; Kimi (Roberts) Justinus, Johnstown; and Jeni (Roberts) Parker, Greenville, NC; and these grandchildren: Allison and Mark Slezak; and Elizabeth, Amy, Hannah, and Nathaniel Pierson; and Joey Geruntino, and many nieces and nephews. Also survived by sister Betty (Eubanks) Barnett, Eldorado, IL; brother Tom Eubanks and sister-in-law Irene Eubanks, Decatur, IL; sister-in-law Eugenia Eubanks, Eldorado, IL; and dear friends Eleanor Hacku, Naples, FL and Tom Nelson, Elmhurst, IL.  Sarah was associated with the Westmont Presbyterian Church in Johnstown, PA.

Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 pm, Sunday, May 11, and 11 AM - until time of service at noon, Monday, May 12 at Frank Duca Funeral Home Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd., Johnstown, with Rev. Dr. Douglas Stevens. Entombment immediately following at Grandview Mausoleum, Johnstown, PA.
 

POLLINO, Frances Florence (Meo), 88, died May 3, 2008, in Madison Heights, MI. Born October 11, 1919, in Johnstown, daughter of Peter and Domenica (Petroni) Meo. Preceded in death by parents, husband Cosimo "Cozy" who died in 1994, sisters Fortunata (Carpenter) Meo and Pietrina "Rose" Clark, and brothers Joseph and Charles Meo.  Survived by children Aggie married to Tom McComb, and Peter Pollino; grandchildren Brian Leticia and Michael McComb; great-grandchildren Jasmine and Lorenzo; and many adoring nieces and nephews.  Frances was a loving mother, beloved wife, and proud grandmother.  She was affiliated with St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church where funeral service will be held 1:00 PM, Thursday, May 8, Rev. Leo F. Arnone celebrant and the Very Rev. Bonaventure Midile, TOR assisting.

Friends will be received 3-8 PM, Wednesday, May 7, at Frank Duca Funeral Home Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd., Johnstown.  Interment St. Anthony Cemetery.
 

Stephens, Mary Ann (Venetico), 90, formerly of Roxbury, died May 2, 2008, at LaurelWood. Born September 14, 1917, in Johnstown the daughter of James and Mary (Pompanella) Venetico.  Preceded in death by parents, husband James A. Stephens (1982); granddaughter Jamie Stephens; daughter Carol A. (Stephens) Bischof; and sister Rose Venetico.

Survived by children Rose married to Richard Hirsch, Johnstown; James married to Catherine (Topscher) Stephens, Johnstown; and John married to Mary (Canary), Johnstown; and these grandchildren: Richard Hirsch, Pittsburgh; Matthew Hirsch married to Traci (Moraca), Johnstown; Brian Bischof married to Missy (Trinh), Pittsburgh; Erin Bischof, Florida; Shannon Stephens and Sean Stephens, both of Johnstown; and great-grandson Braden Hirsch. Also survived by sister Helene Pollino, Johnstown; and nieces Katherine Hogan and Mary Wargo; and nephews Patrick and James Pollino.

Mary was a member of the Rosary Altar Society and the Mother Seton Guild, and a St. Vincent DePaul Volunteer for 24 years.

She was a member of Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Johnstown, since 1955, where funeral services will be held 10:00 AM Monday, with Rev. Barry J. Baroni officiating. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 PM Sunday, Frank Duca Funeral Home Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd., Johnstown, where wake service will be held Sunday evening. Interment Saint Anthony Cemetery, Johnstown.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent DePaul Caring Ministries, 566 Vine Street, Johnstown, PA 15901.
 

HAINES--Margaret B., 78, of Westmont, died May 1, 2008 at home. Born May 3, 1929 in Powhatan Point, OH. Daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Baranich) Belenin.  Preceded in death by husband George G. Haines, who died on Sept. 16, 2001, grandson David J. Haines, and sister Betty Rice.  Survived by children, George, Houston, TX; Geoffrey, TN; Gregory, married to Susan (Burruss), Mechanicsburg, PA; and Pamela married to Michael Lovell, Manheim, PA; grandson, Alexander Matthew Haines, sister MaryAnn Detgen, OH, and stepfather, Ernest Horvath, OH.

Board member and former President of Allied Artists of Johnstown. She helped create the Allied Artist Scholarship Fund. She was a member and past president of the Johnstown Area Arts Council. Member and past recording secretary of the Quota Club, and former member of the Westmont Zoning Board. Margaret was a member and former Deacon of Westmont Presbyterian Church.

Family and friends will meet at the church at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, May 6, 2008 for funeral service, with Rev. Dr. Douglas Stevens officiating.  Friends received from 4-7 PM, Monday at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Interment Grandview Cemetery.

Contributions may be made to the Westmont Presbyterian Church, 601 Luzerne Street, Johnstown, PA 15905, or "Meals on Wheels", c/o Cambria County Area Agency on Aging, 110 Franklin Street, Suite 400, Johnstown, PA 15901.
 

Reiser, Leona M., 92, died April 21, 2008 at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. Born in Johnstown, PA on March 15, 1916, the daughter of the late William J. and Mary (Vogel) Reiser. Preceded in death by parents; brothers, William and Francis; sisters, Mary Louise, Rebecca, and Alberta Knoll.
Survived by nephews John Knoll and wife Kathy, William Reiser and wife Lori and niece Mary Ellen Gannon and husband Richard; and grandnephews and nieces Rick and Bill Gannon; and Alex and Victoria Reiser ; and Great grandnephew and niece Laney and Bryce Gannon. Also sister-in-law Josephine Reiser.  Leona was a retired payroll supervisor of GPU-Penelec.

Member of Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, Johnstown, where funeral mass will be celebrated, 10:00 AM, Friday, with Very Rev. Paul E. Turnbull, V.F. officiating.

At the request of the deceased, visitation will be for family only. Arrangements by Frank Duca Funeral Home Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, Johnstown. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Laurelwood Convalescent Center or Palliative Care Unit at Memorial Medical Center would be appreciated.
 

Andolina, Edward "Jumbo", 73, of Cairnbrook, died April 21, 2008 at home. Born in Johnstown on February 19, 1935, son of Michael and Angeline (Polonia) Andolina. Preceded in death by parents and brother-in-law Raymond Mirto.
Survived by wife Carol (Klonisky); daughter Kim, married to Bruce Brewer, Cairnbrook; and son David, married to Melanie (Mock), Cairnbrook. Also survived by sister Rose Mirto, Johnstown; grandchildren Zachary, Ashton, Michael, and Madison Brewer; David and Destiny Mock; and twins Luke & Lacie Andolina; brother-in-law Alan Klonisky married to Betty Lou; niece Sherry, married to Fred Shaw; great-niece Fallon Shaw; and several cousins, aunts, and uncles.  Edward was a member of Saint Clare of Assisi Catholic Church, Johnstown, where funeral mass will be held 11:00 AM, Thursday, with Very Rev. Eugene Kubina, T.O.R.celebrant.

Friends received 2-8 PM, Wednesday at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd., Johnstown. Interment Saint Anthony Cemetery, Geistown.
 

DiGUARDI--JOSEPH, 97, died April 20, 2008 at Atrium Manor in Johnstown.  Born February 26, 1911 in Johnstown PA, son of Mariano and Catherine (D'Anna) DiGuardi.  Preceded in death by parents, brother, Anthony and sister, Sara Torina.  Survived by brother, Samuel, married to the former Betty Billick. Also, several loving nieces and nephews.  Army Corporal during WWII having served with the 32nd Ordinance Co. during the Northern European Invasion.  He was recipient of 5 battle stars.  Retired rigger from Bethelem Steel Corp. with 40 years service.  He was an avid hunter, fisherman and loved working in his vegetable garden.  In his younger years he enjoyed oil painting. 

Funeral mass will be held at 10:00 am, Wednesday, April 23, St. John Gualbert Cathedral, Rev. Msgr. George B. Flynn, VG celebrant.  Friends received from 4-8 pm on Tuesday, April 22 at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd.  Committal at St. Anthony Cemetery.
 

Todaro, Joan M. (Ciaravella), 70, of Michigan, formerly of Johnstown, died April 19, 2008.  Born September 20, 1937, the daughter of the late Anthony and Anna (Sunseri).  She is survived by her loving husband, Salvatore; sisters Vivian, married to Robert Callahan; Marian, married to Melvin Simmons; Rosann, married to Warren "Jack" Furry; and numerous nieces, nephews, and great- nieces and nephews, and loving friends.  Joan was formerly employed at Penn Traffic Company, Johnstown.

A funeral mass will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Milford, Michigan, Tuesday, April 22 at 11 AM with Fr. Ron Anderson celebrant. Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service at 1:30 PM, Thursday at St. Anthony's Cemetery, Geistown. Funeral arrangements by Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, Milford, Michigan, and Frank Duca Funeral Home Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd., Johnstown.
 

Medsger, Alice Jean, 90, died April 9, 2008 at Conemaugh Memorial Hospital in Johnstown. Born April 10, 1917, in New Florence, the daughter of the late Frank and Rose (Hothom) Wilson.  Preceded in death by husband, Richard J. Medsger, brothers, Robert and Herbert Wilson; sister Blanche Burdis.  Survived by daughter, Betty Louise Medsger, and John T. Racanelli, both of New York; brothers, Francis C. Wilson, Johnstown, and William J. Wilson, Beaver Pa., and Brother-in-law Joseph Burdis, Sr., Maryland, and numerous nieces and nephews.  She was a retired Insurance Agent at Nationwide, also worked for the Census Bureau. She was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church in New Florence for 72 years, and lifetime member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Johnstown Chapter 183. Current member of Westmont Church of the Brethren.

Friends received from 2-4 and 6-8 on Thursday at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. where Service will be held 11:00 am Friday, April 11, 2008, Pastor Robert L. Rummel.  Graveside Services at Forest Lawn Cemetery Johnstown, PA.
 

KOCHER, Walter, 88, of Johnstown, died April 1, 2008 in Indiana County. He was born in Johnstown on March 20, 1920. Son of the late John and Anne (Leszega) Kocher. He was preceded in death by beloved wife Helen (Nicharot), grandson Stephen Sandor, greatgrandson Kevin Scheeser and brothers Joseph and Michael Kocher.  Survived by daughter Elaine, married to Robert Sandor, Marion Center, son Walter F., married to Julie (Dobish), Greenville, SC; and brother John of Johnstown. Also survived by 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.  Walter served as Sgt., U.S. Army during W.W. II. He played Quarterback at Johnstown High School, class of 1938 and the Johnstown Clippers Semi Pro Team. He was a retired machinist from Bethlehem Steel. Former member of the Johnstown Symphony Chorale, Knights of Harmony, retired mens Chorus and St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church, where Funeral Mass will be held 11:00 A. M. Friday Rev. Leo F. Arnone. Friends received from 2-4 and 6-8 PM, Thursday, Frank Duca Funeral Home, Downtown Chapel, corner of Locust & Jackson streets, Johnstown. Interment St. Anthony Cemetery Johnstown.

Singer-Irene, E. 89 died March 31, 2008 at the Alegheny Luthern Home. Born June 21, 1918 in Johnstown. Daughter of John and Julia Kukovitz. Preceded in death, by parents, husband, Edgar A. Singer who died in 1975, infant son David, sister Lillian Sheehe and husband Joseph, and son-in-law Rudy Zucco.  Survived by daughter, Karen Zucco; grandchildren, Laurie, married to Mark Pedry, Herndon, VA, Randy, Johnstown, Lisa married to William Peduzzi, Seven Fields, PA. Her greatest joy was her great grandchildren, Jourdan, Sydney, and Garrett Britton, Erin, Jenna, Brittany,and Adam Zucco and Alexa and Anthony Peduzzi.  A 1935 graduate of the former Johnstown Catholic High School and the Mercy Hospital School of Nursing in 1939. Attended Rusk Institute at New York University in 1962. Past president and member of the Mercy Hospital Guild. A volunteer at St. Vincent DePaul Society, the Mercy-Lee Charity Ball Committee and the American Red Cross, where she was instructor of home nursing in 1942. She was a member of the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra. Mrs. Singer retired from Vocational Rehabiliation Center in 1976 where she was Assistant Chief Nurse- Instructor and Coordinator of Nursing Education.  Family and friends will meet at St. Clement's Catholic Church, where funeral mass will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday April 2, 2008, Fr. William E. Rosenbaum. Commital Grandview Cemetery.  At the request of the deceased, there will be no viewing. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to either the American Cancer Society, 350 Budfield St. Johnstown, PA 15904 (1-800-227-2345) or the Arthritis Foundation, P.O. Box 96280, Washington D.C. 20077 (1-800-283-7800). Funeral Arrangements by the Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont, 1622 Menoher Blvd.

Speziale--Maria, 86,  of Johnstown, passed away March 25, 2008 at Speciality Select Hospital.  Maria was born in Braidi, Italy on December 8, 1921, the daughter of the late Andrea and Antonina (Longo) Arlotta.

Preceded in death by parents, husband of 40 years, Sam Speziale; sisters, Providenza and Carmela Arlotta; brother-in-laws, Tony Speziale, married to Giovanna and Vito Speziale, married to Erina; sister-in-law Benedetta, married to Phillip Bartolomeo.  Survived by niece Grazia Giuffre, Cantania, Italy; cousin Sylvia Arlotta, Hershey, PA, Sisters-in-law, Giovanna Speziale, Erina Speziale, Rosa married to Salvatore Padorno, Maria married to Rosario Dispenza, Connie married to Joseph Citrano and brother-in-law Michael Speziale married to Katherine.  She volunteered with her husband, Sam, when he was teaching language at the Johnstown Senior Center before his passing. Maria was a lifetime member of St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church where funeral mass will be celebrated at 9:30 am, Saturday, March 29, 2008. Friends received from 4-8 pm Friday at the Frank Duca Funeral Home, Downtown Chapel, corner of Locust and Jackson Streets. Commital, Saint Anthony Cemetery.


Drager--Donna L., 63, Southmont, died March 19, 2008 at Conemaugh Hospital. Born Jan. 27, 1945 in Johnstown, Daughter of Walter and Ruby (Felix) Nesmith.

Preceded in death by parents, daughter Susan Burgo, brothers, Robert and Larry Nesmith. Survived by husband of 32 years Leo F. Drager. Children; Timothy L. Bailey married to Mary (Lash) of Dilltown, Lisa Stepien married to Jeffrey of Sidman, Leo Drager married to Jennifer (Worthington) of Southmont.  She was a loving grandmother of 11 grandchildren. Also survived by brothers; Norman Nesmith married to Ann, Rick Nesmith married to Patty, and Kerry Nesmith. Sisters; Janet married to John Morgan, Martha Nesmith, and Linda married to Paul Wingard.  Also, Mother-in-Law Mary Louise Drager, Brother-In-Law Richard Drager, Sisters-In-Law Janet Blaschak and Susan Denovich. Friends Received from 4-8 PM Friday at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. where funeral service will be held 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Pastor Peter Helmers officiating.  Interment Grandview Cemetery.

Myers--William R., 56, formerly of Johnstown, died March 20 2008, in Algonquin, IL. Born March 3, 1952 in Johnstown, son of Edgar M. and Bernadine (Tighe) Myers. 

Preceded in death by parents, infant nephew, Benjamin, father in law, Colonel Bruce Ferrier, brother in law, James Will, sister in law, Deanna (Marshall).  Survived by loving wife of 31 years, Colette (Ferrier) Myers; children, William E., currently serving in the Peace Corps in Costa Rica, and Caitlin, a Junior at Marian Center Catholic School, IL. Also survived by sisters,Barbara A. Grandinetti and husband Albert, Beth Will-Lehman, and husband David Lehman, brothers, Timothy and wife Cynthia (Schroyer), and Steven and wife Nancy (Grasser), mother in law, Grace Ferrier, sisters in law, Holly Ferrier and Michele Heyford, brother in law, Bruce Ferrier, nephews, Travis J. and Timothy T. Will, Brett and Justin Henry, Zach Correa, nieces, Leah M. Myers and Eryn Correa, step-nephew Tobin Lehman and wife Jennifer and step-niece Lisa Davis and daughter Amber. Also survived by aunt Patricia, wife of William Foust. A graduate of Bishop McCort High School, the University of Pittsburgh and St. Francis University. Bill was a beloved and devoted husband, father, uncle, brother and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was also an avid outdoorsman and a lifelong member of the National Rifle Association. Friends received from 6 to 9 pm on Wednesday evening at the Frank Duca Funeral Home Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Boulevard. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Thursday, March 27, 2008, at St. Clement Church by the Reverend William E. Rosenbaum. Inurnment Grandview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Challenge Program, Inc. 1001 Broad Street, Suite 210, Johnstown, PA 15906 or St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

McCaffrey--Mary M., 99, of Westmont, died March 22, 2008, at Good Samaritan Nursing Care Center. Born February 24, 1909 in Johnstown, PA, daughter of Joseph Reiser and Margaret (Haberkorn). 

Preceded in death by parents, husband, James E. McCaffrey, Sr.; son, Joseph, and infant son and son in law Edwin Kesslak.  Survived by daughters, Mary Patricia Kesslak, Kathleen Greenlee; son, James E. McCaffrey, Jr., married to Deborah (Kist), grandchildren Anthony, James Patrick, Edwin, Joseph, and Chris Kesslak, James E. McCaffrey III, Mary Jennifer Heider Jodi Briggs, Meg Burmester and Thomas Greenlee. and Joseph McCaffrey. 18 Great Grandchildren.  She was a loving mother, grandmother and Mother-in-law. Mary was past president and very active in the Mercy Hospital Guild. Long time member of Sunnehanna Country Club. She loved traveling around the world with her late husband. Mary loved entertaining friends and family, gardening, flowers and the outdoors.  She was a long time member of Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church where funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 26, 2008, Very Rev. Paul E. Turnbull. Friends received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Commital, Grandview Cemetery.

Rovida-- Evelyn, 99, born January 13th, 1909 in Johnstown, PA. Passed on March 23rd, 2008 Easter Sunday at Conemaugh Memorial Hospital.  Formerly of Upper Yoder and Old Conemaugh Boro. 

Preceded in death by: Husband Guy Thomas Rovida, who died in 1973; parents Alphonse and Philomena (Aceti) Aroney; brothers Anthony, Humbert, Michael, Ernest, and Joseph Aroney and sister Mary Pasa.  Survived by; son Joseph married to the former LaVerne Havel, Naples, Florida; daughter Concetta widow of Thomas Bonk. Grandchildren: Lynn Rovida married to Gerard Memet, Paris, France; David Bonk married to Sharon McCrae and great grandson Andre, Pennington, New Jersey; and grandson Donald Bonk, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Also survived by her sister Julia Nanna, Ebensburg, PA.  Longtime member of ISDA and past president of Saint Rocco Society.  She was an active member of Saint Clare of Assisi Catholic Church (formerly Saint Anthony's), where Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 28th, 2008 with Rev. Leo F. Arnone. Internment Saint Anthony Cemetery. Longtime member of ISDA and past president of Saint Rocco Society.  Friends received from 3:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 27th, 2008 at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd., where ISDA ritual will be performed.
 

GLOVER, IRENE 100 YEARS OLD

Went home to be with The Lord on Monday, March 24, 2008.  Born on February 27, 1908, in Dover, Georgia, daughter of Elvira Reed Wright and married to Silas W. Wright.  She was the last of 13 siblings. 

Preceded in death by her husband, Henry Hamp Glover, Sr.; son, Henry Jr., (Ricky); David (Buck) and daughter, Freddie Mae Johnson.  Survived by daughter, Delores A., married to Rev. Julius C. Porcher, Jr.; son, Hardy (Jiffy) married to Carole Smith.  Grandchildren, Lori A. Porcher; David C. Porcher; married to Janiece; David T. Glover; Lamar Porcher married to Jamie; Jessica, married to Martin Boswell; and Quenteen Robinson married to Stephanie.  Great grandchildren, David James and Jerrin Porcher, a Host of other Great, and great great grandchildren.  Close nephews Robert and Herbert White.  Along with a host of lovable nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  Close to heart, Robert L. Roebuck; Mrs. Leah Floyd; Hilda Roebuck and Dorothy Berry.  She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and devoted friend to all that knew her.  Friends received 5-8 pm Thursday, March 27, 2008, at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, 400 Pine Street, and 11:00 am until time of Funeral Service at 12:00 Noon on Friday, March 28, Reverend Dr. Ralph E. Johnson, Sr. Interment Richland Cemetery.

Muscardelli, Gregory Clark, 53, of Johnstown, died peacefully in his sleep at home after a long illness on March 22, 2008. Born October 7, 1954 in Johnstown, son of the late Danny A. and Viola M. (Clark) Muscardelli.

Preceded in death by parents, brother, Gabriel Muscardelli of Florida and his beloved son, Gregory Thomas Muscardelli.  Survived by loving wife, Linda (Abele) of Johnstown; daughters, Danielle M. Muscardelli of Brockway, Lindsay A. Isamoyer of Wilkes-Barre, PA, Caroline R. Palumbo of Falls Creek, PA. Also, Grandchilden, Saige M. Runyan, Cianna R. Isamoyer, Benjamin M. Isamoyer and Sophia R. Palumbo.  Gregory worked in the car business for 28 years and was an avid hunter, fisherman, golfer and enjoyed the outdoors. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be missed by all.  Friends received from 1:00 p.m. until time of Funeral service at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 29, 2008, at the Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Commital St.Michael Cemetery, Loretto.