Daniel Victor Pensiero, 64, of Somerset, died surrounded by his loving family Nov. 24, 2012, at Good Samaritian Hospital after a brief illness. He was born March 24, 1948 in Meyersdale, the son of Victor and Mary (Fortini) Pensiero. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Anthony Pensiero and sister-in-law Jean Pensiero. He is survived by his loving wife, the former Sherren Elias, to whom he was married more than 40 years, and daughters who adored and admired him, Lisa and Tara Pensiero, both of Arlington, Va. Also survived by sisters and brother, Frances Sasso and husband Louis, Angeline Scaringe and husband James both of N.Y. and Frank Pensiero of Somerset. Also special nieces, nephews, fraternity brothers and friends who will sorely miss him. Dan is a 1966 graduate of Berlin High School, and Thiel College in Greenville, where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration and was an active member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. Dan provided business and personal life insurance services for 42 years as an agent for New York Life Insurance Co. He received numerous honors and awards for outstanding sales performance. He acquired his Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designation from The American College in Bryn Mawr, one of the oldest and most prestigious financial academic institutions in the country. Dan was a founding member of the Foundation Board of Allegany College of Maryland, and was instrumental in raising funds to bring a college to Somerset. He served as a volunteer football coach for Berlin High School and AYSO soccer teams throughout the years. He was a member of the Somerset Rotary Club where he was past president and was honored as a Paul Harris Fellow in 1994 for his service and tenure on the Rotary Board. He was a member of Meyersdale Elks, Berlin Home Association, the Somerset Borough Planning Commission, and past board member of the Red Cross. An avid golfer, he participated in Rotary, Somerset Hospital and numerous other charity golf tournaments throughout the years. He hosted Wednesday night pool tournaments at his home with special friends from Berlin and Somerset. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Hauger-Zeigler Funeral Home, Somerset, where a vigil for the deceased will be conducted at 1:45 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Mass will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Gregory's Catholic Church in Macdonaldton, with Father Daniel O'Neill, Celebrant. Committal, Husband Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to S.A.M. Van, 320 Felgar Road, Somerset, PA 15501; Somerset Blind Center, 748 S. Center Ave., Somerset, PA 15501 or Somerset Rotary Club, P.O. Box 924, Somerset, PA 15501. www.haugerzeigler.com
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Joanne M. Warner, 79, of Rockwood
Joanne M. Warner, 79, of Rockwood, went to be with her Lord on Nov. 24, 2012. Born Sept. 2, 1933, she was a lifelong resident of Rockwood. Joanne is the daughter of the late William T. and Olive A. (Henry) Morgan. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold D. "Buck" Warner and is survived by children: Holly J., married to Randy Newell; Dawn C. "Sudi" Morgan and Dennis M. Warner and wife, Annetta; grandchildren: Chandra, wife of Josh Weaver, Alex, Ashley, Kyle and Otto; brother, Frank Morgan, and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial celebration of life service will be held on Saturday at the Christ United Methodist Church, Rockwood. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. The Rev. Randy C. Newell officiating. Interment will be private. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home and Crematory, Rockwood . In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to In Touch Hospice, 1474 North Center Ave., P.O. Box 1173, Somerset, PA 15501 in Joanne's memory.
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Frederick H. Weimer Jr., 85, Jenner Township
Frederick H. Weimer Jr., 85, Jenner Township, died Nov. 22, 2012. Viewing will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Hoffman Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 409 Main St., Boswell , where service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday. Donations in Fred's memory may be sent to Conemaugh Palliative Care Unit, 1086 Franklin St., Johnstown, Pa. 15905. To express condolences, make a donation, light a candle or order flowers, visit HoffmanFuneralHomes.com.
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Dolly Lou (Lorenzen) West, 85, Meyersdale
Dolly Lou (Lorenzen) West, 85, Meyersdale, died Nov. 26, 2012. Born March 2, 1927 in Meyersdale, Pa. Daughter of the late Robert and Dorothy (Bowser) Lorenzen. Preceded in death by son, Donald “Keith” West. Survived by her son Craig West of Orlando, Fla. Daughter Tammy and her husband Gary Bowers of Grantsville, Md. Seven Grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Member of Meyersdale Grace Brethren Church, Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, Nov. 29, 2012 at 11 a.m. with Pastor Randy Haulk. Arrangements under the direction of the M. Ray Leckemby Funeral Home.
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Michael Stephen Shaffer, 29, Rockwood
Michael Stephen Shaffer, 29, Rockwood, passed on Nov. 24, 2012, at UPMC Montefiore Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born Aug. 17, 1983, in Somerset, he is the son of Kenneth and Jolinda (Henry) Shaffer of Rockwood. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Walter Shaffer Jr. and Lois Shaffer; and cousin Alicia Henry. Michael is survived by his parents; sister Kirsten Croyle and her husband Devin of Stoystown; maternal grandparents George and Shirley Henry of Rockwood; aunt Robin Shaffer of Bakersville; uncles Stephen Shaffer of Rockwood, Michael Henry and wife Jane of Hagerstown, Md., and Jeff Henry and wife Marla of Somerset; cousins Joshua, Jared, Jason, Matthew and Joel Henry; longtime friend Dr. J. Wallis Marsh; friend and pastor Sherman Berkey; and his dog Milo. Michael enjoyed NASCAR, Oakland Raiders football and spending time with his family, friends and dog. He attended Allegheny College of Maryland. Michael’s family would like to extend a special thank you to all of the doctors, nurses and aides at UPMC, especially Dr. Ivonne Daly. A memorial service will be held Friday at 4 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 2:30 until 4 p.m., at the Berlin Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, pastor Sherman Berkey officiating. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Somerset Humane Society at P.O. Box 182, Somerset, PA 15501 or the Family House, which accepts gifts at www.familyhouse.org. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home and Crematory, Somerset. Online condolences may be sent to www.millerfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.
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Susan Mack, 92, Cleveland, Ohio, formerly of Macdonaldton
Susan Mack, 92, Cleveland, Ohio, formerly of Macdonaldton, died Nov. 24, 2012, at Marymount Hospital, Cleveland. Born May 2, 1920, in Macdonaldton, daughter of Michael and Mary (Swanek) Slifco. Preceded in death by parents; beloved husband George; brothers: Frank, John, George, Steve, Charles, and Nick; and sisters: Anna Tataleba, Katheryn Rizak, Mary Ross, Helen Burket and Stella Stapinsky. Survived by her children: Robert and Deborah Mack, both of Cleveland; and sister-in-law Ruth Slifco, Somerset. She was an aunt, great-aunt, great-great-aunt, and great-great-great-aunt to numerous nieces and nephews. She was a 1939 graduate of Berlin Brothersvalley High School and enjoyed listening to Gospel music. Family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Deaner Funeral Home, Berlin, where service will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, Rev. Ralph G. Landis officiating. Interment St. Gregory’s Cemetery, Macdonaldton. DeanerFuneralsAndCremations.com.
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Patricia L. Saylor, 67, Scullton
Patricia L. Saylor, 67, Scullton, Somerset County, passed away Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, at her home, after a long battle with cancer. Pat was born June 28, 1945, in Chelsea, Mass. She spent most of her adult life in Sheffield Lake, Ohio, before retiring to Pennsylvania. Her favorite pastimes include participating in church activities, attending live theater productions, and taking bus trips. She enjoyed her 20 plus years of work within the school districts of Sheffield Lake and Rockwood. Pat is survived by her husband of 42 years John, and her daughters Melinda, Melissa, Melanie (Robert), and Mary. Friends and family will be received Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the Brooks Funeral Home Inc., 111 E. Green St. Connellsville, where a funeral service will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m., with Rev. Robert Bixel officiating. A committal service and interment will follow in the Normalville Cemetery. To sign the on line guest registry please visit www.brooksfuneralhomes.com.
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Ellen L. Beachy, 93, Somerset
Ellen L. Beachy, 93, Somerset, died Nov. 26, 2012, at The Patriot. Born Aug. 19, 1919, in Garrett, daughter of Ward and Elizabeth (Simpson) Patterson. Preceded in death by parents, first husband Archie Cassel and brother Clyde Patterson. Survived by her husband of 54 years Cecil M. Beachy, daughter Joan married to John Popovich of Berlin, sister-in-law Mary Patterson, Somerset, and great-grandchildren: Scott Popovich, Tammy Mort, and Melissa Cavanaugh, all of Berlin. Graduate of Hammond Beauty School, Johnstown. She was a retired beautician, and member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Somerset. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Deaner Funeral Home, Berlin, where service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday. Pastor Matthew Deal officiating. Interment Highland Cemetery, Garrett. DeanerFuneralsAndCremations.com.
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James "T-Bone" Crisi, 71, Hooversville
James "T-Bone" Crisi, 71, Hooversville, died Nov. 25, 2012, at home. Born Sept. 15, 1941, in Windber. Preceded in death by mother, Ida and father-in-law, James Wahl Sr. Survived by wife the former Shirley Wahl, and children, Lorrie (Daniel) Ritchey, New Paris; Carol (Jeffrey) Cicciarelli, Jupiter, Fla.; and Lisa (Chad) Nihoff, Central City; also survived by grandchildren, Daniel and fiancee, Morgan, Kayla (Michael) Earley, Carla, Vincent and Tyler; mother-in-law, Rose Wahl. Brother of Louise (Larry) Weaver and Nick Blovich, both of Windber; also survived by a number of beloved in-laws. T-Bone was a U.S. Army veteran and was formerly employed by Mayfair Creamery, Reitz Coal Co. and Leiss Tool & Die. He was currently employed by Boyer Orchards. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Mulcahy Funeral Home, where service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, the Rev. Rebecca Patterson. Interment, McGregor Cemetery. Graveside military rites by Central City American Legion & VFW Posts.
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Una Byers Lichty, of Laurel, Md., formerly of Meyersdale
Una Byers Lichty, of Laurel, Md., formerly of Meyersdale, died on Oct. 21, 2012 at University Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday at Amity United Church of Christ, Meyersdale. Reverends Harold and Connie Garlick officiating. Inurnment Reformed Cemetery, Meyersdale. Family and friends are invited to Amity U.C.C. social room for fellowship following the service.
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Frances Patricia Blocher, 75, of Salisbury
Frances Patricia Blocher, 75, of Salisbury, died Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2012, at Meyersdale Medical Center, Meyersdale. Born May 19, 1937, in Mount Savage, Md., she was the daughter of the late James Henry and Elizabeth (Winner) Weimer. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Rose Mary Ford and Elaine Beeman. She is survived by her husband, Gary B. Blocher; a son, Jason A. Blocher and M. Melissa Friend, Salisbury; four sisters, Mary Thoerig and Margaret Robison, both of Mount Savage; Elizabeth Rogers, Port Bolivar, Texas and Annette Lashley, Glencoe. Mrs. Blocher was a school teacher for the Salisbury-Elk Lick School District, retiring after 29 years. She received her bachelors of education degree from Frostburg State University, where she was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma Teacher's Sororiety. She was also a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, West Salisbury and Somerset Co. Maple Producer's Association. She was an instrumental part of the family businesses, Blocher Farm Service and Milroy Farms. Frances enjoyed spending time with family and friends, traveling and supporting local theater events. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Newman Funeral Home, Inc., 9168 Mason-Dixon Hwy., Salisbury. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Michael Catholic Church with the Rev. Nathan Munsch officiating. Interment will be in the St. Patrick Cemetery, Mount Savage. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.newmanfuneralhomes.com.
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Lori Jean (Weimer) Conn, 46, of Somerset
Lori Jean (Weimer) Conn, 46, of Somerset, went home to be with her Lord after a long struggle with an illness on Nov. 28, 2012. Born March 20, 1966 in Pittsburgh, she is the daughter of John and Lola Weimer of Somerset. She is preceded in death by her father. Lori is survived by her mother, husband of 15 years Reverend Barry L. Conn; sons William Price, Ryan Williams, and Jordan, Giovanni, and Jonathan Conn; all of Somerset; three granddaughters; sister Lisa Barclay; former brother-in-law Michael Barclay; nieces Ashley and Amanda Barclay; and nephew David Barclay. Lori graduated from from the Somerset Area High School in 1984 and the Computer Systems Institute with an associate degree in computers in 1985. She worked at Somerset Hospital for 16 years in the Information Services Department. She was a member of the County Line Church of the Brethren where she sang in the choir and helped with dinners, VBS, and other church activities. Lori loved to read, cook, and watch the Food Network. She was loved dearly by her family and will be greatly missed. A special thank you to Windber Home Health and Susie Walls, Select Specialty Hospital, and Dr. Samuel Massoud. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home and Crematory, Somerset, where a service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Rev. Dr. Ronald Beachley and Rev. Gerald Deffenbaugh officiating. Interment at Somerset County Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the County Line Church of the Brethren at PO Box 86, Champion, PA 15622. Online condolences may be sent to www.millerfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.
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Robert Lee Hersh, 69, Johnstown
Robert Lee Hersh, 69, Johnstown, died Nov. 27, 2012 at Select Specialty Hospital, Johnstown. Born Feb. 5, 1943 in Stoystown, son of William and Bertha Mae (Shaffer) Hersh. Preceded in death by parents, and brother William. Survived by brothers, Russell and wife Carol, and Dennis and wife Becky, all of Somerset; sister-in-law Terri Hersh, Somerset; and nieces and nephews: Theresa Tharpe, Tracy Hay, Russell Hersh Jr., and Michael Beeman. He will be sadly missed by great nieces and nephews: Gregory and Thomas Tharpe, Amber, Mercedes, Anna, and Vigi Hersh, and Gabriela and Dakota Hay. He was a graduate of Shade High School, and retired from Hiriam Swank and Sons, Johnstown. He was an avid Johnstown Hockey fan and enjoyed traveling and sightseeing. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Deaner Funeral Home, Stoystown , where service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday. Rev. Mark Blair officiating. Interment Otterbein Cemetery, Wilbur. DeanerFuneralsAndCremations.com.
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Merle S. Mishler, 82, of Hollsopple
Merle S. Mishler, 82, of Hollsopple, died Nov. 27, 2012 at Laurel View Village. Born May 11, 1930 in Conemaugh Township Somerset County. Son of Walter S. and Myra V. (Yoder) Mishler. Preceded in death by parents. Survived by wife of 60 years, the former Esther Naugle, and these children Mark married to the former Helen Knepper, Dale married to the former Erin McLaughlin, and Diane married to Richard Miller. Also survived by grandchildren Steven married to Kate, Amy, Eden, Meredith, and Adeline, and great-granddaughter Eva. Brother of Grace married to Don Speigle, and brother -in-law Lester married to Sara Jane Naugle. Active member of St. David's Lutheran Church. Merle was an Auctioneer for 68 years and was the owner of Mishler Auctioneer Service. He was a member of the PA Auctioneer's Association and the PA Farmer's Association. He was a farmer for many years. Family receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the George E. Mason Funeral Home Inc, Davidsville. Funeral Service will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. David's Lutheran Church, Davidsville. Pastors N. Gregory Vandyke and Jeffery L. Bassett officiating. Interment Stahl Mennonite Cemetery. Those who wish please make donations to St. David's Lutheran Church or Laurel View Village. The family wishes to thank the Asera Care Hospice for their loving care for Merle.
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Debbie Barkman, 54, formerly of Boswell
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Mary L. Plaso, 93, of Sipesville
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Jane T. (Gladis) Helsel, Davidsville
Jane T. (Gladis) Helsel, Davidsville, died Nov. 28, 2012, at Memorial Medical Center. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Hoffman Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 109 Church Road, Davidsville, where Parastas service will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday. Funeral Liturgy will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church, Johnstown. Committal, Grandview Cemetery. Donations in Jane's memory may be sent to St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church, St. Andrew's Catholic School or St. Jude's Children's Hospital. To express condolences, make a donation, light a candle or order flowers, visit HoffmanFuneralHomes.com.
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Burnetta F. (Humbert) Burke, 96, Boswell
Burnetta F. (Humbert) Burke, 96, Boswell, died Nov. 28, 2012 at the home of her daughter Linda in Manassas, Va. Born March 20, 1916 in Milford Township, the daughter of Earl E. and Mary Ann (Donelson) Humbert. Preceded in death by parents; husband of 67 years, Charles F. Burke on Oct. 28, 1997; brothers: Earl, Oran, William "Bud", John, Roy and Allen Humbert; sisters: Edna Foust, Estella Gardner, Janice Humbert and Rosie Yoder; and sons-in-law: Bill Jolly, Stanley "Tiny" Baraniak and Richard Schmidt. Survived by daughters: Arlene Jolly, The Woodlands, Texas; Nancy married to William Jurca, Powhatan, Va.; Caryl Baraniak, Everett; and Linda Schmidt, Manassas, Va.; 16 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and 19 great-great grandchildren; and sister Irene Sarver. Burnetta worked at the former Shonberg's Department Store in Boswell for 27 years. She loved to quilt, fish and garden and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and special friend and neighbor to all she knew. Her passing will be a loss to all who loved her. Viewing from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Hoffman Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 409 Main Street, Boswell where a service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday with Rev. Larry C. Hoover presiding. Interment St. John's Cemetery, Somerset. Donations in Burnetta's memory may be sent to Vitas Hospice Care, 1604 Spring Hill Rd., Suite 450, Vienna, VA 22182. To express condolences, make a donation, light a candle or order flowers, visit HoffmanFuneralHomes.com.
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Walter Ronald Klein, 83, of Johnstown, formerly of Somerset
Walter Ronald Klein, 83, of Johnstown, formerly of Somerset, died Nov. 28, 2012 at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown. Born Oct. 25, 1929 in Somerset, the son of Charles Irvin and Mary Elizabeth (King) Klein. Preceded in death by his parents, brothers: Earl, Charles “Melvin” and Harry Klein; and sisters: Sarah Klein, Helen Reedy, Pauline L. Davis and Martha Walters. Survived by Numerous nieces and nephews and close friends Robert Hay and Karen and Brian Zorn of Johnstown. Walter is a graduate of Somerset High School. He worked at various places through his career including Ramada Inn and the Somerset Cannery. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. to 12 noon Monday at the Hauger-Zeigler Funeral Home, Somerset, where a service will immediately follow at noon Monday with the Rev. Dale R. Shunk officiating. Interment St. Johns Cemetery. Contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 149 W. Patriot St., Somerset, PA 15501. www.haugerzeigler.com
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Ruth Jane Byers, 87 of Somerset
Ruth Jane Byers, 87 of Somerset, died Dec. 1, 2012. Arrangement by the Hauger Ziegler Funeral Home are incomplete.
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