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 Memorial contributions in Gary’s name may be made to: Salvation Army Church, 9 S. Dorcas St., Lewistown, PA 17044.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://www.hoenstinefuneralhome.com/obituary/Gary-Bair]] and [[https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/210042733/gary_l_bair]]
 ====Andrew Clifton Barnhart====
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 For the second time in as many weeks, death has visited the home of Mrs. Russell G. Barnhart of 509 Delaware avenue, West Pittston. Yesterday [March 30, 1931] at 2:40 a.m. Her only daughter, Dorothy Eleanor, aged 19 months, died in Pittston hospital after being admitted to the institution only a few hours previously. On March 18, twelve days earlier, her son, Andrew Clifton, died following an illness of pneumonia. In the death of her only daughter, coming so closely after that of her son, Mrs. Barnhart has the sympathy of the entire community. Two brothers survive the little girl, William and James. The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 10:30 and will be private. Captain Paul Seiler of the Salvation Army and Rev. Frank S. Ritter of West Pittston, will conduct the services.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://genealogytrails.com/penn/luzerne/obits/obit-detail-b.html]]
+====John W. Bender====
+John W. Bender 45, of USHW 522 South died Monday Dec 9th, 2013 at Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital. He was born Sept. 28, 1968 in Lewistown the son of George “Jake” Bender and the late Trudy Metzger Bender. He is survived by his wife, Tammy Ross Bender, whom he married May 11, 2013. Also surviving are: a son Joshua Yocum and companion, Savanna Walker; step-daughter, Brooke Latherow ; brothers and sisters, Christene Wileman of Newport Richey, Fla., Sheryl Wileman, Burnham, twin brother [[Philip Bender]] and wife [[Charity Knepp Bender|Charity]] of Chambersburg, Paul Bender Lewistown and one grandson, Landyn Yocum. John was a member of the Salvation Army, an avid fisherman and Hunter. He enjoyed Pittsburg Steelers and Pitt Panthers football. He loved playing slow pitch softball and competed in the Pennsylvania State Finals. John enjoyed time with his family and friends. He had a heart of gold and never said a bad word about anyone. A memorial service will be held at 3p.m. Wednesday, Dec 11, 2013 at Barr Funeral Home, Inc 120 Logan St., Lewistown, with Philip Bender officiating. A visitation will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. Interment will be private. Condolences can be left atwwwbarrfh.com
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.barrfh.com/obituaries/John-W-Bender?obId=31151775]]
 ====Naomi Elizabeth Colyer Bender====
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 Samuel Wilbur Bender 36 of Lwtn RD3 died in Lwtn Hospital Friday at 10:56am. He had been in failing health for 6mo He was born Lwtn Mar 5 1923 He was the son of George M & Naomi Colyer Bender of Lwtn RD3. The following brother & sisters living: Mrs. Percy Mae Huffnagle, Mrs. Edward Georgia Chapman, Donald M, Clair E, Thomas H, Mrs. James Rae Anna Freed, Madeline H, Richard L, George M, Geraldine D all at home. He was a laborer and Protestant. Buried Wm Lind Memorial by Cap. Henry G Baker
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/62804005/samuel_wilber_bender]]
+====Evelyn M. Bogart====
+Evelyn M. Bogart, 85, of East Stroudsburg, died Tuesday, July 1, at Pocono Medical Center, East Stroudsburg. She was the wife of the late Chester Bogart, Sr. who died in 1976.
+Born of September 22, 1922 in Pocono Lake, she was a daughter of the late Adam and Verna (Winters) Berger and was a life-long resident of the Poconos. She was a cook in the food kitchen of the Salvation Army in East Stroudsburg.
+She was a dedicated Salvationist of the Salvation Army and loved reading her Bible and being with family.
+She is survived by four sons, Chester Bogart, Jr. and his wife, Freda (Smith) Bogart, Ronald "Ron" Bogart and his wife, Jenny (Sheeley) Bogart, Donald Bogart and Morgan Bogart, all of East Stroudsburg; three grandchildren, five great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, LouAnn Bogart in 1960; a brother, Elwood Berger; and three sisters, Iva Serfass, Mildred Everitt and Grace Bachman.
+There will be a viewing on Saturday, July 5, from 9:30AM to 10:30AM followed by services at 10:30AM at the Salvation Army, 226 Washington St., East Stroudsburg with [[Thomas Babbitt|Captain Thomas Babbitt]] and [[Rex Worthy|Major Rex Worthy]] officiating. Burial will follow at Sand Hill Cemetery, Shoemakers.
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+Memorial remembrances may be made to the Salvation Army, 226 Washington St., East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 or to VNA Hospice of Monroe County, 502 Independence Rd., East Stroudsburg, PA 18301.
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.wmhclarkfuneralhome.com/obituary/819340]]
 ====Grace E. Costa====
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 Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Allegany-Limestone Sports Boosters Club, 3131 File Mile Road, Allegany, NY 14706.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://caseyhalwighartle.com/tribute/details/2242/Grace-Costa/obituary.html#content-start]]
+====Ernest "Sonny" Counterman====
+Ernest "Sonny" Counterman, 72, of East Stroudsburg, passed away peacefully late Tuesday evening, July 29, surrounded by his family at the VNA Hospice House, University Ridge, East Stroudsburg. He was the husband of the late Diane Mae (Rowlands) Counterman who passed away in July 1967.
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+Born on April 14, 1936, in East Stroudsburg, he was the son of the late Ernest B. and Catherine (Gallagher) Counterman. He was a lifelong resident of Monroe county.
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+He was a member of the Salvation Army, East Stroudsburg.
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+Prior to his retirement 15 years ago, he worked as a landscaper for John Burrus Landscaping, Brodheadsville, and he previously worked at the former LaBar's Rhododendron Nursery, Stroudsburg.
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+He is survived by his two sons, Thomas J. Counterman and his wife, Dahlia Miller, of Snydersville, and Ernest W. Counterman of East Stroudsburg; seven grandchildren, Amanda Margretta, Crystal Margretta, Sarah Counterman, Christopher Counterman, Hayley Counterman, Cassidy Miller and Taylor Miller; and a great-grandson, James F. Elliott III. He is also survived by three sisters, Lucy Gueiss and her husband, Robert, Eleanor Counterman and Susan Weidenbaum, all of East Stroudsburg; his brother, Robert Counterman and his companion, Mary Ealey, of Tobyhanna; and nine nieces and nephews and their families.
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+He was predeceased by his three sisters, Shirley and Mary Ann Counterman of East Stroudsburg and Catherine "Kate" Kerprich of Mount Carmel.
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+There will be a visitation from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Salvation Army, 226 Washington St., East Stroudsburg. Cremation was private in the H.G. Smith Crematory, Stroudsburg. Memorial funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Salvation Army with Captain and Mrs. [[Thomas Babbitt]] officiating. Burial of his cremated remains will immediately follow the service in the Stroudsburg Cemetery.
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+In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family to help with funeral costs in care of the Joseph J. Pula Funeral Home, 23 N.Ninth St., Stroudsburg PA 18360.
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/poconorecord/name/ernest-counterman-obituary?id=24208332]]
 ====Clarice Rae "Clare" Curtis====
 , of Galesburg, died at 5:45 a.m. Thursday, September 1, 2016 in Galesburg Cottage Hospital. She was born June 14, 1954, in Kewanee, the daughter of Clarence and Mildred (Johnson) Peer. She married Burman Curtis. She is survived by two daughters, Sheila R. Curtis of Galesburg and Helen M. (and Cherise Eckel) Curtis of Omaha, Nebraska; one granddaughter, Halie Curtis of Galesburg; and four brothers, Tom Shaw of Galesburg, Steve Peer of Collinsville, Illinois, Bobby Shaw of St. Charles, Illinois, and Ronnie Peer in Florida. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Clare had worked in the kitchen at St. Mary's Square before retiring. She was a member of the Salvation Army. Clare loved watching old movies, knitting, playing cards, and everything Elvis. She especially enjoyed her dog, Spike. Cremation will be accorded. Memorial services will be 3 p.m. Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at the Salvation Army. [[Sharon Wall Amick|Sharon Amick]] will officiate. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral Directors and Cremation Services of Galesburg is handling arrangements for the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://www.h-p-w.com/obituary/Clarice-Curtis]]
+====William "Bill" David Dearin====
+William “Bill” David Dearin was born May 13, 1935, in Butler, PA. While at Asbury College, he met and married his life partner of almost 60 years, his beloved wife Grace. He graduated from the College and Asbury Theological Seminary, entering the pastoral ministry at the Methodist Church in East Stroudsburg, PA. “Rev”, as he was often called on the basketball court, served many churches over a 60+ year ministry, including almost 30 in Spring Brook, PA. He also maintained close ties to the Salvation Army, his childhood church home, throughout his career. As an extension of his pastoral ministry, he committed himself to the work of Children’s Services, earned his M.S.W. and worked with many national, state and local agencies across the country. Bill loved boating with his family on the Paupak and Dale Hollow Lake, and was a long time fan of the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers. He joins his wife Grace in heaven, and is survived here by his four loving daughters, 6 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren, and the countless lives he touched and had a hand in saving over the course of his life. Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Thursday, August 1, 2024 at Second United Methodist Church with the Rev. Betsy Denton officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00-11:00 a.m., preceding the service. The Interment service will be held at a later date in Pennsylvania. Online condolences may be extended at www.rosefuneraltn.com
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.rosefuneraltn.com/obituaries/william-bill-dearin/#!/Obituary]]
 ====Millie Watson Fisher====
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 The funeral will be held from the Walter E. Beltz Funeral Home, 235 E. Broad St., at 11 a.m. Tuesday with [[James Baker|Capt. James Baker]] of the Salvation Army and the Rev. Dr. Richard E. Owens officiating. Interment will be in Mountain View Cemetery.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://www.newspapers.com/article/standard-speaker/28819506/]]
+====Norma Jean Wynn Flowers====
+She was born Aug. 24, 1928. Mrs. Flowers was a longtime volunteer and member of the Salvation Army whose work on Red Kettle campaigns each December was tireless at Uncles Bill’s and later at WalMart. She served for many years as secretary for the Salvation Army’s League of Mercy, arranging, packing and distributing thousands of gifts to area nursing home residents; and served in free meal program with smiles and kind words for people going through the line. Survivors include her sons Charles W. Flowers Jr. of Mansfield and Ronald L. Flowers of Lorain; daughter, Linda Kuhn of Mansfield; sister, Anna Pilo; and seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years, Charles William Flowers Sr., in 1983; her parents, Martin A. and Anna (nee Schuster) Wynn; sisters Catherine Young, Esther Lambeth, Alberta Lewis, Nina Garrison and Thelma Wynn; and brothers Daniel, Arthur and James Wynn. Friends may call Thursday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., at Wappner Funeral Directors, 98 S. Diamond St., Mansfield, where services will be Friday at 1 p.m. [[Larry Ashcraft|Major Larry Ashcraft]] of the Salvation Army, Cleveland, and Pastor James Rowsey of Richland Church of the Brethren will officiate. Burial will follow in Mansfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, 2506 Broadway, Lorain, OH 44052; or Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 74924, Cleveland, OH 44194. To send online condolence, go to www.wappner.com.
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.morningjournal.com/2007/06/07/norma-jean-wynn-flowers/]]
 ====Berton Lewis Folk====
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 Memorials in Berton's name may be made to the Salvation Army, 9 S. Dorcas St., Lewistown, PA 17044.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://www.hoenstinefuneralhome.com/obituary/Berton-Folk]]
+====Donald L. "Donnie" Folk====
+Donald L. “Donnie” Folk, 65, of Lewistown, died at 11:20 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013, at Altoona VA Hospital.
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+Born on July 3, 1948, in Lewistown, he was a son of the late Berton L. and Olivia (Knouse) Folk.
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+Donnie is survived by: wife, Linda (Marker) Folk; daughter, Paiton Milbourne and husband, Rodney, of Abingdon, Md.; stepchildren, Jeremy Farleman and companion, Susan Stuver, of Hollidaysburg, Tiffany Zaluski and husband, Pat, of Lewistown, and Joshua Farleman, of Ebensburg; grandchildren, Evan and Lauren Milbourne, of Md.; and step grandchildren, Lynkala Farleman and Shannon Farleman, of Lewistown.
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+Also surviving are his siblings, Berton E. Folk and wife, Deb, of Reedsville, Robert Folk and wife, Sandy, of Mifflintown, Russell Folk, of Lewistown, Raymond Folk, of Port Royal, Paul Folk and wife, Karen, of Harrisburg, Ruth Bender and husband, Dave, of Burnham, and Alan Folk Sr. and wife, Janice, of Lewistown.
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+He served in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1969 and then was very active in the National Guard, working full time.
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+Donnie worked as a machinist at: Standard Steel, Gettig Technologies Inc., Spring Mills, Industrial Piping Systems and Lewistown Manufacturing.
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+He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed the outdoors, camping, baking and eating. Donnie was an avid Penn State and Pittsburgh Steelers fan.
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+A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at Hoenstine Funeral Home, Inc., 75 Logan St., Lewistown, with [[Herb Hamilton|Major Herbert Hamilton]] officiating.
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+The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, at the funeral home.
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+Interment will take place with VFW military honors at Juniata Memorial Park.
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+Memorial contributions may be made to Salvation Army, 9 Dorcas St., Lewistown, PA 17044 or to Altoona VA Hospital, James E. Van Zandt Medical Center, 2907 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602.
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.lewistownsentinel.com/obituaries/2013/10/donald-l-donnie-folk/]]
 ====Yvonne C. Folk====
 Yvonne C. Folk, 90, of Lewistown, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024.
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 Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, 9 S. Dorcas St., Lewistown, PA 17044.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/37085559/leona-m_-griffith]]
+====Elmer G. Holmberg====
+Elmer G. Holmberg, 78, of Dairy Road, South Tamaqua, PA died on Friday, December 2, 2011 in Allentown, PA. He was the husband of Jean (nee Romig) Holmberg to whom he was married for 38 years. Born in Tamaqua on March 6, 1933, Elmer was a son of the late John W. and Pauline (nee Gerber) Holmberg. He was a self employed building and construction contractor for over 20 years. A life time member/soldier of the Salvation Army, Tamaqua, Elmer will be remembered locally as a faithful volunteer of the Salvation Army Kettle at the Hometown Farmers Market and during the Christmas Season at Redner's Market, Nesquehoning, PA. Surviving him are his wife, Jean; daughter, Nancy Lee Gerber of Winsboro, SC; sons, Glenn Pasho of Nebrasko, Matthew Holmberg of Toms River, NJ, and Joshua Holmberg of Tamaqua; 6 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; brothers, Elbert, Robert, Edward, Joseph, and Charles Holmberg; and sisters, Lois Deutch and Pauline Walker. Predeceasing him were brothers, Wilmuth (Mike) and John Holmberg. A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 PM, Friday, December 9 at the Tamaqua Salvation Army Chapel, 105 West Broad Street, Tamaqua with the [[Sharon Whispell|Major Sharon Whispell]] officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. Memorials in his name may be made to the Tamaqua Salvation Army, 105 West Broad Street, Tamaqua, PA 18252. Arrangements are being handled by the Zizelmann-Roche Funeral Home, 500 East Broad Street, Tamaqua, PA 18252.
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.zrgfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Elmer-G-Holmberg?obId=1691987]]
+====Robert "Sonny" Holmberg====
+Robert "Sonny" Holmberg, 83, formerly of Tamaqua, died Thursday, July 26, in Babson Park, Fla. He was the husband of Catherine (Houser) Holmberg. He had worked for the former ICI, Reynolds. Born in Tamaqua, he was a son of the late John W. and Pauline (Gerber) Holmberg. He was a member of the Salvation Army. A 1947 graduate of Tamaqua High School, he was an Air Force veteran. Holmberg was an avid Penn State fan. Surviving in addition to his widow are two sons, Robert C., and his wife, Lola, and Kevan O., in Florida; four brothers, Cotton, Eddie, Joe and Charlie; two sisters, Lois Deutsch and Pauline Walker; a granddaughter Amanda; five stepgrandchildren and five stepgreat-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, John, Mike and Elmer. Service: Memorial service 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, Salvation Army Chapel, Tamaqua, with [[Sharon Whispell|Maj. Sharon Whispell]] and Maj. Margaret Johnson officiating. Contributions in his name may be made to the memorial fund of The Salvation Army, 105 W. Broad St., Tamaqua, Pa. 18252.
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/tnonline/name/robert-holmberg-obituary?id=20231366]]
 ====Helen Virginia Freed Hoar Love====
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 He will always be remembered for being a compassionate, hard working, loving, generous man. He always thought about others. His world revolved around his kids, grandkids and great grandkids.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://www.newspapers.com/article/casper-star-tribune-obituary-for-jay-elw/71514462/]]
+====Miles Jay Horton====
+MILES HORTON, 82, formerly of Sayre, died Wednesday Jan. 31, 2001 at the Sayre House. Born in Ghent (Sheshequin Township), Sept. 19, 1918 the son of Horace and Florence Baxter Horton. He graduated from the Towanda High School and served in the armed services during World War II and was stationed in the European front, receiving an honorable discharge from Company B, 97th Signal Battalion in March 1946. After the war he held positions with the Pennsylvania Electric Company in the communities of Towanda, Tunkhannock, Montrose and Sayre. He retired from there as the Sayre District Manager. He was a member of the Athens United Methodist Church and a member of the Church Men's Club. He received the "Membership Emeritus" award from the Salvation Army advisory board for his years of service on the board. Mr. Horton was also an honored member of the Sayre Rotary Club. He held membership in the F&AM #293 and Temple Lodge #248, having been a member for over 50 years. He also held memberships in the American Legion Post #0042, Skiff Bower Post #1536 V.F.W. of Sayre, and the Republican National Committee. He served for many years on the Valley Economic Development Board. Surviving are his daughter, Faye Horton-Stewart and her husband John F. Stewart of Lexington, S.C.; grandsons, Miles Stewart and Craig Stewart both of Lexington, S.C.; his step-grandsons, Shawn Stewart of Kansas and Patrick Stewart of Colorado; a sister, Belle Latsha of Harrisburg; cousin, Shirley Templeton of East Athens. He was predeceased by his wife, Alice Phinney Horton and a brother-in-law, Earl Latsha. Family and friends may call Sunday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Athens United Methodist Church. The F&AM Lodge #70 will hold a memorial service at 2 p.m. Funeral services will follow at the church at 3 p.m. with the Rev. Donald Anderson officiating and [[Lenard Wacenske|Lt. Leonard Wacenske]] of the Salvation Army co-officiating. Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens. Memorial donations may be made to the Sayre Corps of the Salvation Army, 314 South Elmer Ave., Sayre, PA or the Athens United Methodist Church Building Fund, 118 South Main St., Athens, PA. –Towanda Daily Review.
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/112494580/miles-jay-horton]]
+====James Hughes====
+James Hughes, 63, of Mulberry, FL, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024 at Mercy Health – Tiffin Hospital.
+James was born July 12, 1961, in Jersey City, New Jersey, to James Hughes and Bernadette (Stanley) Butler. He married Marion (May) Hughes in Thompson Park, New Jersey, on August 20, 1988 and she survives in Florida.
+Other survivors include his mother, Bernadette Butler of Florida, a son, [[James Hughes|James]] ([[Marcella Wheeler Hughes|Marcella]]) Hughes of Tiffin, two grandchildren, Magdalene and James Hughes both of Tiffin, two sisters, Bernadette Guttman of Orlando, FL and Denise Aten of Florida and two brothers, Kevin and Barney Hughes both of Florida.
+James was a retired maintenance worker and a member of The Salvation Army.
+There will be no services held at this time. The Engle-Shook Funeral Home in Tiffin is assisting the family with their arrangements.
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php/?story_fbid=1103505251780645&id=100063635405337]]
 ====Linda L. Johnson====
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 In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Salvation Army, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://www.elliottmortuary.com/obituaries/print?o_id=3630616]]
+====David Roy Musgrove====
+David Roy Musgrove, age 71, passed away peacefully in his home in Hamilton on Friday August 13th, 2021. David is predeceased by his parents, Marjorie and Bill Musgrove as well as his wife Helen. David will be missed by his Cherished daughter Brenda Ritter, as well as his sister Carol and her family. For many years David enjoyed Bowling and the many friends he met through it. David will be well remembered for his work and dedication to the Salvation Army both in the Burlington and Mountain Citadels, where he served for many years. Funeral service will be held on September 17th, 2021, 11:00 a.m. at 835 Stone Church Rd East. Due to covid restrictions we ask that you RSVP to mountain.citadel@salvationarmy.com, they will need to know how many will attend in your family so they can set aside enough area for your comfort and safety. You will be asked to return an answer to some covid questions.
+In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army so they may continue their work that David was helping with.
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/david-musgrove-obituary?id=40309339]]
 ====Shirley May Nance====
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 To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Somer Dawn Nunnally please visit our Sympathy Store.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Somer-Nunnally/#!/Obituary]]
+====Nancy Jane Osborne====
+Nancy Jane Osborne, 69, of Lynchburg, was promoted to glory on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008.
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+Nancy was born Oct. 13, 1939, in Lynchburg, a daughter of the late William Sanford Osborne and the late Hattie Belle Burnley Osborne.
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+She retired from Hills Department Store, where she was known as the popcorn lady, then went to work at Lakeside Drive Wilco, and was a member of The Salvation Army Church. She enjoyed being a "Red Hatter" and was a member of Campbell County Senior Citizen Group. She devoted much of her time as a volunteer at the Salvation Army, and loved spending time with her grandchildren.
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+Nancy is survived by her children, Cheryl Hull and Austin of Goode, Jamie Warrick and Harry of Madison Heights, and Jim Howard and Chris of Wake Forest, N.C.; two brothers, Preston Osborne and Barbara, and Roger Lee Osborne and Susan, all of Rustburg; a sister, Barbara Franklin and Lou of Panama City Beach, Fla.: her grandchildren, Joseph Lacks and Anouri, J.T. Wagurak and Sherri, Frank Wagurak, Krystle Wagurak, Jimmy Howard, Lauren Howard, Josey Hull, and Trampas Hull and Jami; and two great-grandchildren, Lily Wagurak and Brayden Hull.
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+She was also preceded in death by her great-grandson, Mason Lacks, and two brothers, Billy Osborne and Dickie Osborne.
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+A celebration of Nancy's life will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008, at The Salvation Army Church, with the Maj. David Cope and Pastor Todd Childers officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
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+In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to The Salvation Army Center of Hope, c/o Osborne Family, P.O. Box 894, Lynchburg, VA 24505.
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+Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, (434) 237-9424. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tharpfuneralhome.com.
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/newsadvance/name/nancy-osborne-obituary?id=28826146]]
 ====Rosa Pitman====
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 Wanetta E. (Thompson) Potts, 94, of the Golden Living Center in Camp Hill, PA, and formerly of Pottsville and Cressona, PA went to be with her Lord on Friday, March 16, 2012. She was the loving wife of the late Edward H. Potts who passed away on July 10, 1999. The couple married February 8, 1939 and had 60 years together. Wanetta was born on January 3, 1918 in Barnes, KS, daughter of the late Selby and Teena (Linderman) Thompson. She was a seamstress for Peak-A-Boo Styles in Schuylkill Haven, PA and was a member of the International Ladies Garment Works Union. Wanetta was Protestant by faith and was a member of The Salvation Army. Wanetta is survived by her daughters; Patricia Ann Hopkins and Betty Jane Lagle, both of Harrisburg, PA, 11 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 6 great-great grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. Wanetta was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Edward, her sons: Ned Selby Potts, Vernon Edward Potts, and Selby Charles Potts, her daughter Grace Mary Flecha, her brothers: Merrill Thompson, Sam Thompson, Edward Thompson, Cecil Thompson, and Ervin Thompson, and her sisters: Violet Baltzer and Helen Hossler. Family and friends are welcome to call from 12-1 pm on Thursday, March 22, 2012 at the Schilitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home, Inc. 6th & Market Streets, Pottsville, PA. The funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Thursday, March 22nd at the funeral home with Retired [[Paul Mackneer|Major Paul Mackneer]] officiating. Burial will be made in Jerusalem Union Cemetery following the funeral service. Contributions may be made in Wanetta's memory to The Salvation Army, Pottsville.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://www.heffnercare.com/obituaries/wanetta-e-thompson-potts]]
+====Richard H. Rohr====
+Richard H. Rohr, age 85, of Conover, OH passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2015 in the Miami County Hospice Unit at Upper Valley Medical Center. Born on April 26, 1930 in Casstown, OH, Richard was a son of the late Harrison and Martha Mildred (Blair) Rohr. He married Lois A. Todd on August 20, 1950 and she survives. He is also survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Darlene and Bob Mollman, a son Wesley Rohr, all of Conover, a grandson, Ken (Jenni) Mollman of Maineville, OH and two great grandchildren, Hailey and Emma. A brother Ben (Diane) Rohr of Fairless Hills, PA, and three sisters-in-law: Carol Rohr, Kirkhoven, MN, Lora Todd of Piqua, OH, and Doris (Stanley) Kindell of VanWert, OH also survive. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother Rodney Rohr and a sister Alice Argabright. Richard was a 1949 graduate of Casstown High School. He was a member of the Salvation Army, Piqua, OH. He retired from Hobart Corp., Troy, OH as an inspector. He enjoyed boating, fishing and carpentry and helped to build at least four houses. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in the Suber-Shively Funeral Home, 201 W. Main Street, Fletcher, Ohio with Captains [[Doug Dolder|Doug]] and [[Bethannie Dolder]] of the Salvation Army, Piqua, OH presiding. Burial will follow in Miami Memorial Park, Covington, OH. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the funeral service beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday in the funeral home. Memorial donations in Richards name may be made to Hospice of Miami County, P.O. Box 502, Troy, Ohio 45373 or to the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 615, Piqua, Ohio 45356. Envelopes will be available in the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be sent to www.shivelyfuneralhomes.com
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.vernonfh.com/obituaries/Richard-H-Rohr?obId=26997536]]
 ====Myrtle Rebecca Freed Ruble====
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 Delores E. Saunders, age 89 of Chisago City, Minnesota, passed away on February 15, 2022. She was born on May 21, 1932 in Barron Wisconsin. Delores is preceded in death by her husband Edward and her son Richard. She is survived by 4 children Jerry, Eileen, Dee & Florence; grandchildren & great grandchildren. Delores was a longtime Salvation Army band member, loving Mother and grandmother.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://www.grandstrandfh.com/obituaries/Delores-E-Saunders?obId=24046973]]
+====Mary Joanna "Judy" Sebolt====
+Mary Joanna “Judy” Sebolt, 77, of Milroy (formerly of Burnham), went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at her residence. She was born April 27, 1935 in Granville, the daughter of the late John and Priscilla (Brought) Druckemiller. Her loving husband, Albert “Dick” Sebolt, whom she married on August 16, 1954, preceded her in death on December 13, 2007. Her daughter, Deborah J. Henry passed in April 2009. Judy is survived by her daughter Kelly J. (Sebolt) Rogers and son-in-law Scott of York Springs; son-in-law Timothy Henry and wife Lona of McAlisterville; and a brother, Charles Druckemiller who resides in Alabama. Judy has five grandchildren (Michael, Jeremy, Jason, Christopher and Cameron) and four great-grandchildren (Nakita, Katelynn, Timmy and Alexia). In addition to her parents, Judy was also preceded in death by two sisters, Lucille Jensen and Sara Michael and a brother, Pete Druckemiller, all of Lewistown. She was a homemaker and loved spending time with her family. She had a wonderful smile, had the most beautiful sparkling blue eyes, and made the best chocolate cake with peanut butter icing! She was a member of the Salvation Army Church in Lewistown. She was a supporter of Breast Cancer Awareness, the Humane Society and SPCA and the American Diabetes Association. A memorial visitation will be held Thursday, October 11 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Barr Funeral Home, Inc., 120 Logan Street, Lewistown. Funeral services will be Friday, October 12 at 11:00 a.m. at the Barr Funeral Home with Salvation Army Retired Majors Paul and Susie Mackneer officiating. Interment will be in Juniata Memorial Park. Contributions may be made in Judy’s honor to Rescue our Furry Friends 133 N. Walnut Street Burnham, Pa. 17009, American Cancer Society 324 South Logan Blvd Burnham, Pa. 17009 or the American Diabetes Association 3544 North Progress Ave Suite 103 Harrisburg, Pa. 17110.
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.barrfh.com/obituaries/Mary-Joanna-Joanna-Judy-Sebolt?obId=31152152]]
 ====Gladys "Trudy" Sorensen====
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 Online condolences may be left for the family at www.teahenfuneralhome.com.
 \\ \\ Source: [[https://www.thegazette.com/obituaries/sorensen-gladys-trudy/]]
+====Esther H. Stofocik====
+Esther H. Stofocik, 89, of Virginia Beach, Virginia, formerly of Tamaqua, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 13, 2018 in Virginia Beach.
+She was born in Tamaqua on Monday, January 14th, 1929. Her father Charles Eames worked at Eames’ Bakery in Tamaqua as did her mother Esther (Hoffman) Eames. Esther was the wife of the late Joseph A. Stofocik, Sr., who died on April 1, 1985.
+During her youth, she worked as a waitress at the Taylor’s Diner. Esther always served food with a smile and truly enjoyed having conversations with all who came to the Diner. That smile continued with her as Secretary at the Tamaqua Area Salvation Army at which she served 30 dedicated years. Although an extremely hard worker, who was always available to get the job done, she enjoyed her may hobbies while always making time to visit her family and see friends. Though her life was spent mostly in Tamaqua, she retired in Virginia to be closer to family. Esther will be greatly missed but not forgotten.
+She was preceded in death by her brother Michael Eames, and her sisters Anna Bachman, Mary Wink and Rita Sweeney.
+Esther is survived by her two sons Joseph A. Stofocik, Jr. of New Mexico and Michael Stofocik of Virginia Beach. Also her four grandchildren, Rachel, Nick, Kathleen and Kevin. She will also be missed by her 6 great granddaughters whom she had the pleasure of seeing and caring for during her later years.
+A memorial service will be Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 11 AM from The Salvation Army of Tamaqua, 105 West Broad Street, Tamaqua, Pa. 18252 with [[Sharon Whispell|Major Sharon Lynn Whispell]] and [[Sharon Cupp|Major Sharon Cupp]] officiating. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 AM. Interment will be private at the Sky View Memorial Park in Hometown.
+In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be made in the memory of Esther to The Salvation Army of Tamaqua, at the above address.
+Arrangements by The Labs Funeral Home, Inc. of Honey Brook, Pa., David E. Eames, Supervisor
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.thelabsfh.com/obituaries/detail.aspx?obituaryid=666]]
+====Nancy M. Hopple Wray====
+Nancy M. (Hopple) Wray, 76, of Ohesson Manor, Lewistown, passed away at 1:57 a.m., Saturday, August 5, 2017, at Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital.
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+Born April 10, 1941, in Lewistown, she was a daughter of the late George and Cartes (Spigelmyer) Hopple.
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+In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Connie Stine.
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+Nancy is survived by: her children, Barry Wray and wife, Amanda, and Diana Miller, both of Lewistown; grandchildren, Teri Himes, of McVeytown, and Dylan McKnight, of Lewistown; great-grandchild, Jayden Himes, of McVeytown; a step-granddaughter, Shelby Miller, of Mifflintown; siblings, George Hopple, Faye Haubrick and husband, John, both of Lewistown, Darrell Hopple, Susan Kenny, both of Alabama, Judy Albertson, of Lewistown; step-siblings, Randy Stine, Ed Stine, both of Alabama, and Sue Colyer, of Lewistown; and numerous nieces and nephews.
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+She graduated from Chief Logan High School.
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+Nancy worked in production at Fisher Electronics and later, at Empire Kosher Poultry.
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+A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, August 11, 2017, at Heller-Hoenstine Funeral Homes, Woodlawn, 200 N. Main St., Lewistown, with [[Herb Hamilton|Major Herbert Hamilton]] of The Salvation Army officiating.
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+A private graveside service for family only will take place at Juniata Memorial Park, Lewistown.
+\\ \\ Source: [[https://www.hoenstinefuneralhome.com/obituary/Nancy-Wray]]
 ====James W. Young====