Santo "Sam" Darrigo, 88, of Somerset Pike, Jenner Township, died the evening of Dec. 28, 2012 at the home of his son Joseph. Visitation Sunday at the Hoffman Funeral Home, 409 Main Street, Boswell. Complete obituary in Sunday's paper.
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Santo "Sam" Darrigo, 88, of Somerset Pike, Jenner Township
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Lois Virginia Shaulis, 91, of Somerset
Lois Virginia Shaulis, 91, of Somerset, died Dec. 27, 2012 at her daughter’s home. Born April 3, 1921 in Connellsville, the daughter of Harry H. and Marie (Festog) Snider. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Bodes D. Shaulis, who died Nov. 10, 1999; brothers: Harry “Tanky”, William, Francis and David Snider and sisters: Thelma Baker, Harrietta Herring, Waunita Sherwin, Louella “Lou” DeWitt and Alice Marie Leininger. Survived by daughter, Melanie Peters and husband Barry; grandsons: Brett B. Peters married to the former Shari Dunlap; Travis L. Peters married to the former Michele Sleasman, all of Somerset; great-grandchildren: Haylee, Garrett, Sadie and Logan. Also survived by special friend who was a ray of sunshine in the very dark days after her husband died, Chuck Morocco. Lois is a 1939 graduate of Somerset High School. She worked at DeVilbiss where she was the first female sales office supervisor for the Somerset division, retiring with 34 years of service. Lois loved her family and was well known in her youth for her love of dancing. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Hauger-Zeigler Funeral Home, Somerset, where services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 31, 2012 at the Hauger-Zeigler Funeral Home, Somerset, with the Rev. Elisa A. Osman officiating. Interment, Somerset County Memorial Park. Contributions may be made to Somerset “In Touch” Hospice, P.O. Box 1173, Somerset, PA 15501. www.haugerzeigler.com.
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Sgt. 1st Class Carl L. Christner, 71, Somerset
Sgt. 1st Class Carl L. Christner, 71, Somerset, died Dec. 28, 2012, at Select Specialty Hospital. Born July 11, 1941, in Shanksville, he is the son of the late Martha Baer. Also preceded in death by brothers, Carl and Don. Survived by wife Gracie (Rubert) Christner; children: Carl L. Christner Jr., Pittsburgh, Eddie Christner, Massachusetts, Linda Sue, Somerset, John, Colorado, Clinton, Utah, and Eddie, Colorado; stepchildren, Bill W. Stevens and Corie Stevens, both of Washington. Also several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and a brother, Marvin “Buck” Baer, Somerset. Life member of F.O.E. and the VFW. Retired from the U.S. Army with 20 years of service. Friends received 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday in the Robert H. Halverson Funeral Home. Interment in Husband Cemetery. A military service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Condolences may be made at www.halversonfuneralhome.com.
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Donald G. Taylor, 88, of Somerset
Donald G. Taylor, 88, Somerset, died Dec. 29, 2012, at In Touch Hospice House. Born Jan. 20, 1924, in Somerset, he is the son of the late Ray Frank and Anna Jane (Pyle) Taylor. Also preceded in death by brother Walter; and sisters, Leona Taylor and Ferne Stern; and childhood friend, Glenn Watson. Survived by nieces, Margaret Murray and Judy Moldovan, both of Somerset; and several great-nieces and nephews; and longtime friend Mildred Sorber. Don was a member of the first Christian Church and a 68-year member of the F.O.E. Friends received from noon to 1 p.m. Monday in the Robert H. Halverson Funeral Home were service will immediately follow with the Rev. Sam Draper officiating. Interment in Husband Cemetery.
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Betty L. (McNutt) Carlson-Wendel, 87, Arbutus Park Manor, Johnstown, formerly of Boswell and Hollsopple
Betty L. (McNutt) Carlson-Wendel, 87, Arbutus Park Manor, Johnstown, formerly of Boswell and Hollsopple, died Dec. 28, 2012 at the Manor. Born Dec. 16, 1925 in Jenner Township, daughter of John P. and Ethel N. (Shaffer) McNutt. Preceded in death by parents, first husband Gibson F. Carlson in 1982; second husband Donald P. Wendel in 1992; sister, Doris Jean Yoder and brothers-in-law Bill E. Yoder and Frederick C. Miller. Survived by children: Doris Elaine, married to Richard Beegle, Hollsopple; John P. "Bud" Carlson and wife Mary Jeanne, Jensen Beach, Fla.; and Faye Carolle, married to Rick Patrick, Mechanicsburg; step-children: Donald Wendel and wife Valerie, Altoona; Kathy (Wendel), married to David Horvath, Tire Hill; and Paulette (Wendel) Tamm, W.Va; seven grandchildren: Scott Beegle, Hollsopple; Lance Beegle and wife Jennifer, Elkton, Va.; Dawn (Carlson) LeTendre, Fla.; Colin Carlson and wife Jennifer, Chepachet, R.I.; Marc Carlson and wife Amy, Smithfield, R.I.; Betsey (Patrick) married to Corey Norrell, Carlisle; and Kevin Patrick and wife M. Carolina, Minot AFB, N.D.; step-grandchildren Adrienne Horvath and Amanda Tamm; 14 great-grandchildren and sister Faye E. Miller, Somerset. A graduate of Boswell High School. She was a retired seamstress with 41 years of service for Dorfman & Hoffman Garment Factory, Boswell. Member of ILGWU and Hopewell United Methodist Church, Hollsopple. Betty enjoyed making crafts and sewing. Viewing from 11 a.m. until time of service at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Hoffman Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 409 Main St., Boswell with Pastor Michael A. Dunlap presiding. Interment, Somerset County Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Arbutus Park Manor, Activities Department, 207 Ottawa St., Johnstown, PA 15904 or North Star Youth Outreach, 320 Allegheny St., Boswell, PA 15531 or a charity of your choice. To express condolences, make a donation, light a candle or order flowers, visit HoffmanFuneralHomes.com.
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Robert E. "Pap" Landis, 91, of Berlin
Robert E. "Pap" Landis, 91, of Berlin, died Dec. 29, 2012 at Golden Living Center, Meyersdale. Born March 3, 1921 in Stonycreek Township, son of Norman and Edna (Engle) Landis. Preceded in death by parents, brothers, Ernest "Champ" and William E. Landis, and sister Betty Cober. Survived by his wife of 65 years, the former Laura Mary Lane; sons: Donald, married to the former Polly Flamm, John R., married to the former Laurie Snyder, and Robert Jr., married to the former Teresa Landis, all of Berlin; grandchildren: Tricia (Kevin) Fogle, Kevin (Sandy) Landis, Joel (Tiffany) Landis, Bob (Amanda) Landis, Jessica (Lee) Codispoti, Matthew Young, Heather (Erik) Wilt, and Ashley Young; great-grandchildren: Autumn and Austin Fogle, Kylie and Savannah Landis, Dylan Landis, Ella Wilt, Heath and Hayden Landis; sister, Hazel Knepper, Berlin; and brother, Norman Landis Jr., Fla. He is a 1939 graduate of Shanksville-Stonycreek High School and a WWII Army veteran where he received the Bronze Star. Retired from Glessner Mines with over 40 years service. Member of Trinity United Church of Christ, Berlin, and Berlin VFW and American Legion. He enjoyed truck and tractor pulling on the national level, and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Deaner Funeral Home, Berlin where service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday. The Rev. William Davis officiating. Interment, Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Glencoe. Graveside military rites by Berlin Veterans Home. Memorial contributions may be given to In Touch Hospice, P.O. Box 1173, Somerset, PA 15501. DeanerFuneralsAndCremations.com
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Henry L. Fieg, 70 of Stoystown
Henry L. Fieg, 70 of Stoystown, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 28, 2012 at Somerset In Touch Hospice. Born July 26, 1942 in Somerset, son of Harrison and Cora (Hay) Fieg. Preceded in death by parents and brothers: Leo, Fred, Harry and Jake. Survived by his wife of 47 years, the former Arlene Tunstall; children: Pamela, married to Richard Hause, Boswell; Mishelle Carnell and special friend Chris Walker, Shanksville; Robin, married to Mark Rininger, Stoystown; and Brian, married to the former Janie Armstrong, Somerset; loving grandchildren: Justin and Megan Hause, Derek Dwire, Amanda (Dwire), married to Derek Shawley, Sumer Rininger, David Alumbaugh, Ashleigh, Brianna and Hayley Fieg; brother, James Fieg and wife Ruth, Friedens; sisters, Betty Dwire of Ga., and Sarah, married to Norman Hanson and Elsie, married to Bob Mitchell, both of Stoystown; special cousin Rick Miller, Stoystown; and many special nieces and nephews. He was a former coal miner for GM&W, and bus driver for Croner's. Member of Kantner Assembly of God, and he enjoyed watching the Pirates and Steelers. He loved supporting his grandchildren and watching them play soccer, softball and gymnastics. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother who will be greatly missed. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Deaner Funeral Home, Stoystown . Viewing from 10 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. Thursday at Kantner United Methodist Church. The Rev. Tim Farkas and the Rev. Charles Kelly officiating. Interment, Wills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to Kantner Assembly of God, 430 Schoolhouse Rd., Kantner, PA 15548. DeanerFuneralsAndCremations.com.
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Grace Lucille Irons, 73, of Bonners Ferry, Idaho
Grace Lucille Irons, 73, of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, died Dec. 26, 2012, at Hospice of North Idaho in Coeurdalene. Born Feb. 15, 1939, daughter of Roy A. and Wilma Crise of Somerset. Survived by children: Randy, Glenn, Len, Roger Irons and Susanna Ecklund; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren and these brothers and sisters: Wayne and Marlin Crise; Diann Romesberg, Somerset; and Lois Beal, Irwin. Grace was a member of Bonners Ferry Church of the Nazarene, Meadow Creek Road, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805 where a memorial service will be held Jan. 5. Contributions may be made to Hospice of North Idaho, 9493 N. Government Way, Hayden, ID 83835.
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Rev. Arlen Elwood Longanecker, 73, Salisbury
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Howard Samuel Reffner, formerly of Ralphton
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Richard Lee Lassinger, 75, of Boswell
Richard Lee Lassinger, 75, of Boswell, died Dec. 28, 2012, at his home. Born May 3, 1937, in Pittsburgh son of Richard C. and Mary Frances (Aaron) Lassinger. Preceded in death by parents, wife Yvonne Ruth (Colflesh) who died Aug. 21, 2012, and sister Patricia. Survived by these children: Allen Lee Lassinger, Mary Paddock and fiance Ronald Cramer, and David Lassinger and wife Theresa. Also survived by grandchildren: Marlania, Lana, Gary Jr., Ashley, Allen Jr., Jason, and Adrianne, and great-grandchildren: Natalee, Austin, and Ethan and Hayden. Brother of James and wife Chris Lassinger. Richard was a member of the Boswell Legion and the VFW. He was an Army Veteran. Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service 10 a.m. Monday Jan. 7, 2013 at All Saints Catholic Church Boswell. Father Justin Ratajczak officiating. Arrangements by the George E. Mason Funeral Home, Inc. Davidsville.
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Frances J. Lease, 86, of Friedens
Frances J. Lease, 86, of Friedens, died Jan. 2, 2013, at Siemons Lakeview Manor. Born July 31, 1926, in Somerset, daughter of Alton and Clarisa (McNeil) Weimer. Preceded in death by parents, and husband Elvin. Survived by daughter Carol Ann, Friedens; son Alan R. married to the former Dorothy E. Waxham, Berlin; grandsons: Zachary D. and Jared A. Lease; brother Ross Weimer and wife Marie, Meyersdale; sister-in-law Edith Hoffman, Berlin; and several nieces and nephews. A 1945 graduate of Somerset High School and she worked at Somerset Cannery until it closed. Member of Friedens Lutheran Church, and Friedens Fire Co. Auxiliary. She was a former Cub Scout coordinator for several years. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Friedens Lutheran Church, where service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday. Pastor Edward V. DeVore officiating. Interment Friedens Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to Friedens Lutheran Church, 131 S. Main St., Friedens, PA 15541. Arrangements by Deaner Funeral Home, Stoystown. DeanerFuneralsAndCremations.com.
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Bruce H. Watson, 87, of Meyersdale formerly of Garrett
Bruce H. Watson, 87, of Meyersdale formerly of Garrett, died Jan. 2, 2013, at Golden Living Center, Meyersdale. Born Dec. 19, 1925, in Garrett, the son of John H. and Mary Agnes (Schrock) Watson. Preceded in death by his first wife, Elizabeth; brothers: John and Theodore; and sisters: Ada, Grace and Emma. Survived by his wife, Frances (Knopsnyder) Watson; children: Charles Watson and fiancee Sherry, James Creek, Pa.; Levada Ackerman, Somerset; Cathy Lishia and husband Jim, Meyersdale; and Douglas Watson and wife Bonnie, Somerset; step-children: Terry Shaffer and wife Fran, Uniontown; Bob Shaffer and Tina Erickson, both of Meyersdale; Billie Jo Hoover and husband Jim, Sarasota, Fla.; Chris Shaffer and wife Joanie, Winchester, Va.; grandchildren: Charles, Anthony and Dillon Watson, Jamie and Roger Werner, Amanda Lishia, and Beth McNulty; and two great-grandchildren. He was a World War II Army veteran and a member of the Salisbury VFW. He enjoyed playing cards, hunting and fishing. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Price Funeral Home, Meyersdale, where service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday. Pastor Randy Haulk officiating. Interment Highland Cemetery, Garrett.
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Charles Henry Ickes Jr., 65, of Meyersdale
Charles Henry Ickes Jr., 65, of Meyersdale, passed away peacefully on Jan. 3, 2013 at Meyersdale Golden Living Center. Charles was born May 19, 1947, the son of the late Charles Ickes Sr. and Dorothy (Kirchner) Ickes. Charles was also preceded in death by his stepson Greg Hillard and nephew Bradley Miller. Charles is survived by his first wife Kay Thompson and husband Lou of Confluence, and ex-wife and caregiver, Janet Ickes of Meyersdale. Survived by his children; Elizabeth Metheney of Confluence; Bob Ickes and wife Beth of Meyersdale; John Ickes of Altoona; Linda Ickes of Confluence; Charles James and wife Kathleen of Antioch, Calif; Amanda Crespo and friend Mike of Somerset; and Darren Ickes of Meyersdale; brothers and sisters: William Ickes and wife Diane of Meyersdale; Dennis Ickes and friend Sindi of Somerset; Donald Ickes and wife Betty of Godfrey, Ill.; Bruce Ickes of Leesburg, Va.; Mark Ickes and wife Lois of Fairview Heights, Ill.; and Shelly Miller and friend Dave of Meyersdale; grandchildren: Jasmine, Misty, and Richard Metheney, Luke and Abigail Ickes, Hannah and Isabella Crespo, Payton Kitzmiller, Casey Ketterman, Gracie Beisel and Giovanni James. Charles was especially close to his granddaughter Hannah. He would light up like a light bulb when she entered the room and Hannah said she wanted to become a doctor so that she could make her Pappy well. Charles always referred to Hannah as "My Girl." Charles is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Charles is a veteran of the U.S. Army and served two years in Germany. He was a member of the Meyersdale American Legion and the VFW. Charles drove truck for many years, traveled many years with the carnival, was an avid Steelers fan and his favorite pastime was playing bingo. One of Charles' most special events in his life was going to California and attending a taping of The Price Is Right. He watched that show faithfully for many years. Charles was a member of the Meyersdale Church of the Brethren. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the M. Ray Leckemby Funeral Home, Meyersdale. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. with Pastors Joseph and Caroline Penick. Interment Meyersdale Area Union Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the M. Ray Leckemby Funeral Home.
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Walter Z. Leosewski, 89, of Somerset
Walter Z. Leosewski, 89, of Somerset, passed on Jan. 2, 2013 at home. Born April 8, 1923 in Black Township, he is the son of the late Stanley Sr. and Stephanie (Laskey) Leosewski. He is also preceded in death by his first wife Doris Virginia (Weigle) Leosewski in 1979; grandson Michael Leosewski Jr.; an infant granddaughter; brothers Stanley Jr. and Ray Leosewski; and sisters Agnes Leosewski and Blanche Kondik. Walter is survived by his wife Lois Zerfoss; children: Michael W. Leosewski Sr. of Twinsburg, Ohio; Linda Heiland and husband Tim of Clyde, Ohio; James E. Leosewski and wife Judi of Streetsboro, Ohio; and Lori Yanc of Ravenna, Ohio; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother Joseph Leosewski of Pittsburgh; and sisters Annie Radziewicz of Cleveland, Ohio and Sophie Shaulis of Jacksonville, Fla. Walter was a veteran of the U.S. Army in W.W.II. He was a long-time employee of J&L Steel in Cleveland before retiring to Somerset. He enjoyed gardening, hunting, and fishing. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home and Crematory, Somerset and from 2 to 5 p.m. Monday at Johnson-Romito Funeral Home in Twinsburg, Ohio, with a service to follow at 5 p.m. Interment at Crown Hill Cemetery, Twinsburg, Ohio. Online condolences may be sent to www.millerfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
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Ruth B. Dean, 88, of Champion
Ruth B. Dean, 88, of Champion, passed on Jan. 2, 2013 at Somerset Hospital. Born Sept. 28, 1924 in Pittsburgh, she is the daughter of the late William and Viola (McKelvey) Willner. She is preceded in death by her husband Thomas Dean in 2007. Ruth and Tom were avid skiers and golfers who moved to the Laurel Highlands to enjoy those activities. They also enjoyed traveling to Europe. There will be no visitation or service at Ruth's request. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home and Crematory, Somerset. Online condolences may be sent to www.millerfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
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Charles Edward Hauger, 71, of Somerset
Charles Edward Hauger, 71, of Somerset, died Jan. 2, 2013 at Siemons Lakeview Manor Estate, Somerset. Born Nov. 27, 1941 in Somerset, the son of William Charles and Josephine Marie (Rogala-Deitz) Hauger. Preceded in death by parents and nephew, Luke J. Fieg. Survived by wife, the former Arlene Fay Zimmerman, to whom he was married 46 years; sisters and brother: Elaine Fritz and husband Allen C.; Kathleen Fieg and husband Scott; Kenneth Hauger and wife Kirsten; nieces and nephews: Kristy Hoover and husband Jarod; Kayla Lensbouer and husband Josh; Lori Kent and husband Eric; Lisa Fieg; Brian Fritz and wife Amanda; Barry Fritz and wife Lisa; Kordell Hauger; uncles: Stanley Rogala and wife Erika; Harold Sheeler; sisters-in-law: Beulah Yusko and husband Edward; Etta Zimmerman; Betty Schwab and husband John; brother-in-law: Elwood Zimmerman and wife Evelyn; also his best friend and buddy Ross P. McClemmens, and various cousins, nieces and nephews. Charles is a 1959 graduate of Somerset High School and a U.S. Navy veteran where he served three years and was stationed in Newfoundland. He worked until his retirement in 2009 as a welder for Weimer’s Blacksmith and Welding shop. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Hauger-Zeigler Funeral Home, Somerset, where services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday with the Rev. Eric Raygor officiating. Interment Somerset County Memorial Park. Contributions may be made to meet the needs of the family. www.haugerzeigler.com.
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Joseph George (Snake) Harvey Sr., 66, of Meyersdale
Joseph George (Snake) Harvey Sr., 66, of Meyersdale, died Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, at his residence. Born Aug. 28, 1946 at Leesburg, Va., he is the son of the late George and Virginia (Bailey) Harvey. He was preceded in death by one brother, John Harvey; one sister, Betty Little and grandson, Blake Harvey. Mr. Harvey was a truck driver for Delmont-Hearn, Somerset and was a member of Main Street Brethren Church, Meyersdale. Surviving is his wife, Donalee (Sweeney) Harvey; three sons: Joseph G. Harvey Jr. and wife, Lori; Westley Harvey and wife, Kristy, all of Meyersdale; Eugene Harvey and wife, Heather, Salisbury; one daughter, Lisa Phillips and companion, Bob Singo, Meyersdale; one brother, Charles Harvey, Meyersdale; one sister, Sharon Harvey, Charlestown, W.Va.; mother- and father-in-law, Helen & Floyd Sweeney, Meyersdale; seven grandchildren: Andy Harvey; David Harvey and wife, Jess; Nick Harvey; Dylan Harvey; Nathan Harvey; Mike Phillips; and Lukas Walters; and two great-granddaughters: Jaden Phillips and Mia Harvey. Friends will be received at the Newman Funeral Home, Inc., 9168 Mason-Dixon Highway, Salisbury, on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Services will be conducted in the funeral home at 11 a.m. on Monday, with the Rev. Robert Stahl officiating. Cremation will follow the service. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to Prodigy Dialysis, Meyersdale. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.newmanfuneralhomes.com
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Helen J. Caton, 61, of Meyersdale
Helen J. Caton, 61, of Meyersdale, died Jan. 4, 2013 at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown. Arrangements in charge of the Price Funeral Home, Meyersdale, are incomplete.
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C. Russell Strong, 77, of Meyersdale
C. Russell Strong, 77, of Meyersdale, died Jan. 4, 2013 at Meyersdale Medical Center. Born May 5, 1935 in Clymer, the son of the late David Clarence and Elizabeth (Butterworth) Strong. Preceded in death by his brother, Ralph S. Strong; sisters: Margaret Popson and Marlene Miller. Survived by his wife of 50 years, the former Mary Ann McCoy; children: Brian Strong and wife Kathy, and William D. Strong, all of Meyersdale; Lori Rick, Birch Run, Mich.; grandchildren: Heather L. and Breanne M. Rick, Collin A. Strong, Kayla A. Strong-Dunmeyer, and Kyle L. Strong-Dunmeyer. Also survived by his sister-in-law: Peggy Strong, Clymer. He was a 1953 graduate of Clymer High School and a United States Army veteran. Russell was the manager of G.C. Murphy's, Meyersdale for 35 years and also worked 12 years at Clapper's Building Supply. He was a member of Meyersdale Church of the Brethren, Meyersdale Lions Club, Meyersdale Historical Society, American Legion, Meyersdale Elks Lo. 1951, and Meyersdale Lodge 554 F&AM. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Price Funeral Home, Meyersdale, where service will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday. Pastor Pete Kaltenbaugh officiating. Interment Meyersdale Area Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Meyersdale Church of the Brethren, 9 Beachley St., Meyersdale, PA 15552. Arrangements by William Rowe Price Funeral Home, Inc. www.WilliamRowePrice.com.
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