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LARIMER, CLAIR JAMESSLIGO — Clair James Larimer, 78, of Sligo RD 2, a retired coal miner, died at 3 am Wednesday at Brookville Hospital. He was born February 6, 1899, in Piney Township, Clarion County, the son of William and Sarah Merriman Larimer. He lived his entire life in Piney Township. In 1921 he married the former Ruth Carrie Johnston, who survives.  Mr. Larimer was a member of the United Mine Workers of America and the Sligo United Methodist Church. Besides his wife he is survived by a son, Gerald, of Sligo RD. Two brothers and two sisters also survive. They are: Clyde and Russell, both of Sligo; Mrs. Blanche Garis of Great Bend; and Mrs. Francis (Violet) Kriebel of Sligo RD. Three grandchildren also survive. Mr. Larimer was preceded in death by a daughter, Geneva Mae, and a sister, Laura. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm today al the Cleo A. Hawk Funeral Home In Sligo. Services will be held at 2 pm Friday at the funeral home with Rev. Elwin Sheerer, pastor of the Sligo United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow at Sligo Cemetery. The Derrick, Oil City, Pa. Thursday, Mary 17, 1977. Pg 14

 

LARIMER, GENEVA MAE  — March 16, 1922—A great cloud of sorrow descended upon the community at Pine Grove, Piney township, when on March 2, 1922, the angel of translation came to the home of Claire and Ruth Johnston Larimer and took away their little daughter, Geneva Mae. She was born March 9, 1921, but was taken to the great Father Spirit seven days before she completed her one year of life. Her loved ones and friends can think of her now as one of the children whom our Saviour meant when he said "of such is the kingdom of heaven." May the comfort of the Heavenly Father be with the bereaved family and friends  Clarion Democrat March 16, 1922. Submitted by Paul Kifer.

 

LARIMER, GERALD C. Self-employed auto body repairman.   SLIGO - Gerald C. Larimer, 69, of RD 2 Sligo, died at 6:05 a.m. Saturday, October 17, 1992, in his home following a lengthy illness. Born January 5, 1923, in Piney Township, Clarion County, he was a son of the late Clair and Ruth Johnston Larimer. He married the former Evelyn L. Schimp on February 8, 1947. She survives. Mr. Larimer was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was self employed as an auto body repairman and was owner of Larimer's Auto Body.  Mr. Larimer was a Protestant.  In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Gary R. Larimer of Richmond, Va., and Darl C. Keister of Chesterfield, Va., one daughter, Carol R. Larimer of RD 2 Sligo; and two grandchildren.  Mr. Larimer was preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister, Geneva Mae.  There will be no visitation.  Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.  Interment will be in Sligo Cemetery.  The family suggests memorials be made to Sligo Volunteer Fire Company or to the charity of the donor's choice. The Varner Funeral Home in Sligo is in charge of arrangements. Submitted by Linda Walls.

 

LARIMER, LAURA MAESLIGO -   Miss Laura Mae Larimer, 65, of Sligo RD 1, died at 4:35 pm Monday in the Clarion Hospital.   Born on May 26,1907, in Piney Township, she was the daughter of William Calvin and Sarah Anna (Merriman) Larimer. She was affiliated with the Pinegrove Methodist Church.   She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Violet Kriebel of Sligo RD and Mrs. Blanche Garis of Great Bend, Pa.; and three brothers, Clair, Russell both of Sligo RD, and Clyde of Sligo. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm today in the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo.   Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Thursday in the funeral home with Rev. Gale Jewell, pastor of the Sligo United Methodist Church officiating.   Interment will be in the Pinegrove Cemetery. Source:   The Derrick (Oil City, Pa), Wednesday, July 5, 1972.   Pg 16

 

LARIMER, LAVINA E. (FINEFROCK) 

 

LARIMER, RUSSELL J.

 

LARIMER, RUTH CARRIE (JOHNSTON) - SLIGO - Ruth Carrie Larimer, 75, of Sligo RD2, died at 3:10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 1, 1979, in Franklin Hospital. Born June 25, 1903 in Piney Township, she was the daughter of Steele and Nellie Myers Johnston. She was married in 1921 to Clair Larimer who preceded her in death in 1977. Mrs. Larimer was affiliated with the Sligo United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Huey Woman's Club. Surviving are a son, Gerald Larimer of Sligo RD; two brothers, James Johnston of Sligo and Eugene Johnston of Huey; four sisters, Mrs. Frances Getson of Nova Scotia, Mrs. Mary Wood of Knox RD, Mrs. Evelyn Wensel of Sligo and Mr. Violet Kiehl of Mayport; and three grandchildren. Preceded her in death in addition to her husband and parents were: five sisters, Mabel, Grace, Anna Myrtle, Helen and Ida; and three brothers, Scott, Ray and Paul. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, in the Hawk Funeral Home here with Rev. Dale Rhodes, pastor of the Sligo Methodist Church, officiating. Interment was in the Sligo Cemetery. Submitted by Pamela Grewell.

     LARIMER, RUTH CARRIE (JOHNSTON) - Mrs. Ruth Carrie Larimer, 75, or RD 2 Sligo, died early Thursday, Feb. 1, 1979, in Franklin Hospital. Born June 25, 1903, in Piney Township, she was a daughter of the late Steele and Nellie Myers Johnston. She was married in 1921 to Clair Larimer, who died in 1977. Mrs. Larimer was affiliated with the Sligo United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Huey Women's Club. Surviving are one son, Gerald of RD Sligo; three grandchildren; two brothers, James Johnston of Sligo and Eugene Johnston of Huey, and four sisters, Mrs. Frances Getson of Nova Scotia, Mrs. Mary Wood of RD Knox, Mrs. Evelyn Wensel of Sligo and Mrs. Violet Kiehl of Mayport. Five sisters, Mable, Grace, Ann Myrtle, Helen and Ida, and three brothers, Scott, Ray, and Paul, preceded her in death. Services were at 2 p.m. Sunday from the Cleo A. Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo with the Rev. Dale Rhodes officiating. Burial was in Sligo Cemetery. Submitted by Pamela Grewell. 

 

LARIMER, SARAH ANNE (MERRYMAN) -- Funeral services were held Tuesday, February 7, in the Pine Grove Methodist church, for Mrs. Sarah Anne Larimer, 76, of Sligo, who died Sunday, February 8, in the Brookville hospital. Rev. Paul Dunlap officiated at the service and burial was in the Shamburg cemetery. She was a daughter of the late David and Clara Flack Merriman.   Born June 21, 1874, in the Sligo vicinity.   Mrs. Larimer was preceded in death by her husband, William C. Larimer, five years ago. Surviving are six children, Mrs. Blanche Garis of Great Bend, Mrs. Violet Kriebel of near Sligo, Laura at home, Clare, Clyde and Russell all of Sligo, thirteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Source:   Blizzard (Oil City, Pa), Friday Evening, Feb 17, 1950.   Pg 16

 

LARIMER, THOMAS ALBERT (view photo)— Thomas Albert Larimer, 76, died at his home in Shamburg, Clarion county, at 1 a.m. Thursday, January 14, 1943, following a long illness. "T.A.," as he signed his newspaper letters was well known for his quaint and unconventional style of reporting the news from his own community. He had his own system of English and was consistent in its use. He was born in Monroe township, Clarion county, July 14, 1866, son of the late William Benton and Lavina Finnefrock Larimer. On September 21, 1886, he was married to Florence Williams, who died some years ago. He spent his entire life in Shamburg and was a member of the Pine Grove Methodist church.  "T.A." is survived by a brother, William C. Larimer, Sligo; and a sister, Mrs. Sara Strickler, Clarion.  Funeral services were held at the Pine Grove Methodist church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock with the Rev. E.C. Hasenplug, pastor, in charge. Interment was made in the church cemetery. Submitted by Pamela Grewell.

     Death Claims Thomas A. Larimer, Author of Shamburg News Column - Clarion, Jan. 14 (Special) - Thomas Albert Larimer, 76, author of the weekly Shamburg news column in THE DERRICK that *onden*ed him to thousands of people throughout this section of the state, died at his home in Shamburg, about 9 miles south of here, at 4 a.m. today following an extended illness. Using a style that was unique unto himself, "T.A." (as he was want refer to himself in his own copy) recorded the happenings of his community and the passing events in the lives of himself, his relations, and many friends, unhindered by split infinitives in the academic rules of spelling which bind most members of the **arth ***late to the straight and narrow path of news reporting. He started his reporting corner for a weekly newspaper years ago and continued to turn out his column until just a week ago. Under his touch, the happenings in the lives of others became common-place and homey. The writings of "T.A." reflected his personality which won him many friends. In his columns of the past few months he recorded the sufferings from his afflictions, but seldom failed to relay to his doctors and nurses of the Oil City hospital in some light vein, and his stay at that institution will long be remembered a bit of brightness in a business that is often forged with the suffering and sorrow. "T.A." was born in Monroe township, Clarion county, on July 14, 1865, the son of William Benton and Lavina Finefrock Larimer. On September 23, 1886, he was united in marriage with Florence Williams who preceded him in death a number of years ago. He spent his entire life at Shamburg and was a member of the Pine Grove Methodist church. "T.A." was a farmer by occupation, but he also engaged in coal mining and other enterprises, including his writing. Surviving him are a brother, William C. Larimer of Sligo, and a sister, Mrs. Sara Strickler of Clarion. The body has been removed to the Jenkins funeral home of Clarion where it will remain until noon Sunday. A funeral service will be held at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon at the Pine Grove Methodist church with Rev. E.C. Hasenplug, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in the Pine Grove Cemetery. Source: Derrick, January 15, 1943 via Pamela Myers-Grewell.

      Early Thursday morning, the tired heart of Thomas Albert Larimer stopped beating. The author of the Shamburg news column for the last twenty-six years had been in poor health for more than a year, and death came to him in his seventy-sixth year, as he slept. “T.A.”, as he called himself and as he was known to many of his friends, was born in Monroe township, and lived his entire life in this neighborhood. He and his wife, the former Florence Williams, lived in Piney township for about a year after their marriage on September 21, 1886, and then moved to Oil City where T.A. followed his trade of core making for the next twenty-eight years. He worked for the National Transit Company and for Kramer Wagon works. His wife died in Oil City eighteen years after their marriage. In the fall of 1914 T.A. moved to Shamburg, and spent the rest of his life there, gaining fame by his original and unique way of recording the news of his community. T.A.’s formal education did not extend beyond the fourth grade, and he preferred to spell words the way they sounded, and to write his news the way he would speak it. His grammar, spelling and punctuation was strictly his own, his column was published just as he wrote it, with no corrections or editing. The main attraction for his readers was not solely his original use of English, but the human touch he gave to ordinary everyday happenings. He had a kindly sense of humor, that occasionally expressed itself in exaggerations that brought many a laugh. Mr. Larimer was buried Sunday in the Pine Grove cemetery, near the community in which he spent the latter years of his life. Rev. E. C. Hasenplug, pastor of the Pine Grove Methodist church officiated at the services, preaching one of the best funeral sermons of his career. More than 150 persons, the capacity of the church, gathered to pay their last respects to their friend and neighbor. Survivors are a brother, W. C. Larimer of Sligo, and a sister, Mrs. Sara Strickler, Clarion. The esteem to which he was held by members of this community is shown by these statements from these people who had known him over a period of time. Judge H. M. Rimer — T. A. Larimer is dead. The affectionate regard in which he was held was based upon that kindly interest which was the outstanding feature of his published statements. Every one of his published words reflected his desire to help his neighbors. The circle of his neighbors followed his acquaintance everywhere and included those who were called away to more or less distant homes. The closest examination of his printed statements showed his aim to be whatever would help his neighbors, cheer them in times of sorrow and leave his community to share the joys of those whose activities were mirrored in his column. Never has any one found any trace of that carping criticism which is so apt to appear in the writings of those who were similarly placed. We shall all miss him, not only his cheery individuality as we met him fact to face but also this characteristic, reflected in all of his public writings. Mrs. C. L. Ball—The host of friends of T. A. Larimer in this county as well as those living afar will hear of his passing, with regret. His inimitable column Shamburg News, appearing in the Clarion Republican for more than a score of years will greatly be missed by many readers that were always eager to read his column. The unique style of T. A. Larimer won his notice in the magazine, Mercury, to the extent of a paragraph several years ago. His philosophy of life seemed to be founded upon the admirable spirit of cheerful and friendly helpfulness toward his neighbors and friends. Yes, T. A. will be missed.  Arthur Gillinger— His interest in all of the people in the community, which was extended to those residing at Clarion, all of whom were his friends. W. O. “Bus” Mong—His interest in our County officers and a desire to aid them in the performance of their duties. L. J. DeVilder—He had at heart the best interests of all of the people of his community, which extended to the neighboring boroughs and townships. W. A. Walter, T. D. Stewart, and D. R. Graff, County Commissioners— His column was read with interest by all of the County and this included many who have left this County.  F. K. Miller— The farmers were his friends and he was a friend of everyone he knew.  Wm. H. Thompson—The passing away of T. A. Larimer of Piney Township is deeply felt by his friends and acquaintances, of whom there were many. Over the period of years in which I knew him I always found him to be cheerful, courteous and solicitous of the welfare of his friends and neighbors, and very much interested in the affairs of his church and country.  Edward H. Banner—I’ll always remember his cheery smile, the warm greeting he gave me, the quaint humor of his speech, the drollness that seemed to surround him, the sincerity of his simple creed of life, the genius that set itself forth in the numerous wood-craft things he gave me – these – and his homey news of Shamburg, have made T. A. a legendary figure for me. B. M. Davis—I’ll always remember him for his kindly interest in teachers in the public schools, particularly if they were strangers. A. A. Murphy—His constant interest in his community included all the children of his community, both in and out of school.   Submitted by Clayton Harriger.  (Read T.A. Larimer’s articles

 

LARIMER, WILLIAM BENTONWilliam B. Larimer was born in Monroe township, Clarion County, Dec. 28, 1842, and died April 15, 1914, aged 71 years, 3 months and 17 days. He was a son of Alexander Larimer and was married to Miss Lavina E. Finefrock on Sept. 18, 1864. To this union were born four children, all of whom survive as follows: Thomas A., Oil City; Wm. C., and Mrs. E.K. Whitmer, Sligo; and Mrs. Sadie A. Kifer, of Monroe township. Mrs. Larimer and nine grandchildren also survive. Mr. Larimer was a veteran of the Civil War serving from 1861 to 1864. He was wounded in the battle of Gettysburg. He was a member of Pine Grove M.E. church, having joined in 1898. His death was very sudden being caused by heart failure. He was a good neighbor and a loving father, a faithful attendant at the church of which he was a member. Funeral services were held from Pine Grove M.E. church Sunday, April 19, at 10 a.m. conducted by the pastor, Rev. Chas. C. Campbell, and interment was made in the church cemetery. Source: 4/3/1914 Clarion Democrat.

 

LARIMER, WILLIAM CALVIN William Calvin Larimer died at his home July 22, 1944, following a short illness. He was born April 23, 1871, in Piney township and spent his entire life there.  On December 19, 1895, he married Anna Merryman, who survives him. Also surviving are the following children, Mrs. Blanche Garis, Great Bend, Pa., Clair Larimer, Clyde Larimer, Russell Larimer, Mrs. Violet Kriebel, all of Sligo, and Laura at home. Thirteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. One sister, Mrs. Sarah Strickler, Clarion, Pa. He was a member of Pine Grove Methodist church for many years. Interment was at Pine Grove cemetery, July 25, 1944, with the Rev. Ingersoll officiating. - submitted by Linda Walls.

 

LARSON, ALBERTA (CAMPBELL) Alberta Larson, 83, of Strattanville, Rehobeth Church Road, Clarion, died Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2005, in Clarion Hospital. Born Sept. 15, 1921, in Piney Township, Clarion County, she wss the daughter of James Burton and Nellie Morrison Campbell. She was a 1940 graduate of Clarion High School. Mrs. Larson was a member of the Strattanville American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 249, and attended the Church of the Nazarene. She was married Feb. 2, 1945, to Fredrick E. Larson, who died July 23, 1986. Surviving are one daughter, Louella J. Nichols and husband, Joe, of Olive Branch, Miss.; three sons, Fredrick A. Larson and wife, Frances "Bert," of Fairmount City, Robert L. Larson and wife, Andrea, of Clarion and William R. Larson and wife, Debra, of Corsica; one daughter-in-law, Nickie L. Larson of Strattanville; and 14 grandchildren, Paula Cockerham, Michelle Larson, Stefanie Schimp, Joy Bolten, Samantha Chandler, Robert F. Larson, Stacey Miller, Brad, Greg, Davey, Scott and Karyn Larson, Steven and Joseph Larson; and six great-grandchildren, Michael Cockerham, Trent Nichols, Damien Gritton, Abby and Isabella Schimp and Ian Larson. She also is survived by one sister, LaVerna Madgewick Deemer of McMinnville, Tenn.; and two brothers, Everett Campbell of Phoenix, Ariz., and Willis Campbell of Olathe, Kan. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Larson was preceded in death one son, James F. Larson in 2000; and one brother, Harold Campbell. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Goble Funeral Home of Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. James Dietrich officiating. Interment will follow in Cedarview Memorial Park. Source: Derrick.

 

LATSHAW, JESSIE —  Miss Jessie Latshaw, 82, died Sunday, August 28, 1955, at her home at Perrysville. Miss Latshaw, a daughter of Peter and Harriet Wilson Latshaw, was born December 15, 1872, in Perry township, Clarion county. She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Maude Dunlap, Perrysville, and two nieces, Bernice and Mabel Dunlap.  Miss Latshaw was a member of the Perrysville Methodist Church. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock from the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo with the Rev. Mervin Schwab, of Callensburg, officiating. Burial was made in the Perrysville cemetery.

 

LAUGHLIN, CHARLOTTE MARY (MYERS) - Mrs. Charlotte (Lottie) M. Laughlin, daughter of the late Wallie & Amanda Belle Myers, died at her late home, Sligo, RD on Thursday, May 14. Mrs. Laughlin is survived by her husband, James V. Laughlin; one sister, Mrs. Donald B. Summerville, Sligo; and four brothers, William A. Myers, New Bethlehem, Rd; Henry, Clyde, and Clark Myers, of Sligo, RD.  Mrs. Laughlin was a member of the Oak Grove Presbyterian Church, and of the Missionary Society of this church.   She had been the efficient and highly esteemed matron of the Clarion County Home of Sligo for the past seventeen years, a longer period of service than any previous matron.  Obsequies were conducted at Mrs. Laughlin's late home at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 17, with the Rev. Edwin McKee, pastor of the Tionesta Presbyterian Church, the officiating minister.   Interment was made in the Squirrel Hill Cemetery. Active pallbearers were: Burton Stewart, Merle Laughlin and David Wagner, elders of the Oak Grove Presbyterian Church, and Wallie Myers, Wilson Summerville and Dick Myers, nephews of Mrs. Laughlin.   Honorary pallbearers were: Victor McCall, A.R. Hannold, M.O. McKinley, George M. Seigworth, W.A. Walter and Robert Goldran.  While the body was at the home prior to the funeral services, several hundred people called to pay their respects.   The funeral service was largely attended.   Mrs. Laughlin was widely known not only on her own personal account, but also for her splendid devotion in the Clarion County Home during the years of her service there.—submitted by Pamela Grewell.


LAUGHLIN, JAMES VINCENT — Clarion County Commissioner James V. Laughlin died at 1:45 o’clock this morning, Sept 18, 1958 in the Clarion Hospital.   He was aged 64 years. Clarion County citizens elected him to the Commissioner post in 1956.   Prior to that Mr. Laughlin was superintendent of the Clarion County Home at Sligo for 20 years and before that was a farmer in Porter Twp., Clarion Co. Mr. Laughlin’s untiring efforts were greatly responsible for erection of bridges over Red Bank Creek at Climax and st. Charles, connecting Armstrong and Clarion Counties at both points. Born on Oct. 8, 1893, in Porter Twp., he was a son of David Ellsworth and Nettie (Henry) Laughlin.   In 1927 he was married to Lottie Myers, who preceded him in death five years ago. Survivors are a sister and four brothers, Mrs. Jesse Campbell of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., George T. of Clarion, Ray of New Bethlehem RD 1, Fred L. of New Bethlehem and Merle of New Bethlehem RD 3.   Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Mr. Laughlin was a member of the Oak Grove Presbyterian Church, Sligo Lions Club and Clarion County Anti-Horse Thieves. Friends will be received Friday and Saturday in his late home in Porter Twp. (New Bethlehem RD 3).   Funeral services will be conducted at 3 pm Sunday in Oak Grove Presbyterian Church by his former pastor, Rev. John A. Miller of Barnesboro. Burial will be made in Squirrel Hill cemetery. The Reitz funeral home, New Bethlehem, in in charge of arrangements. Simpson’s Leader Times, Kittanning, Pa.   Thurs., Sept 18, 1958.   Pg 2

 

LAUGHLIN, LEOTA— Leota Laughlin, 73, of New Bethlehem, died March 15, 1989, at Brookville Hospital, following a lengthy illness. Born Aug. 15, 1915, in Sligo, she was a daughter of the late James and Leslie Steele Elder. She married Francis Laughlin in 1942. He died in 1975. She retired from the Redbank Valley school system after 37 years as a teacher.  She was a member of the Retired Teachers Association and the New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church.   Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Kenneth (Artie) Jefferson of Tyler, Texas; two stepsons, Leroy Laughlin of Ligonier, and Jim Laughlin of Erie; two grandchildren, Kimberly Lane and Kevin Jefferson; two sisters, Lulu Gourley of Clarion and Arveda Over of Sligo; and two brothers, John Elder and Paul Elder, both of Sligo.  She was preceded in death by one sister, Arlene; and three brothers, Sam, Pete, and Ralph.  Services were at 11 a.m. March 18 in the New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church. Interment was in Squirrel Hill Cemetery.

 

LAUGHLIN, QUEEN — Queen H. Laughlin — Elementary, secondary school teacher — NEW BETHLEHEM - Queen H. Laughlin, 87 of New Bethlehem, Porter Township, Clarion County, died at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, November 24, 1994, in Brookville Hospital.  Born October 26, 1907, in Heath Township, Jefferson County, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary Silvis Harriger. Mrs. Laughlin was a member of Oakwood Presbyterian Church in New Bethlehem. She was an elementary and secondary school teacher for 30 years. Mrs. Laughlin was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star 230 and the Business and Professional Women, both of New Bethlehem. She also belonged to the Teachers Retirement Association of Clarion County. The last member of her immediate family, Mrs. Laughlin is survived by one daughter, Helen (Mrs. John) Mogle of RD3 New Bethlehem; one granddaughter, Barbara (Mrs. John) Haughney of Pittsburgh; and two great-granddaughters, Kathleen and Sarah Haughney, both of Pittsburgh. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Laughlin was preceded in death by five brothers. Services were held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, November 27, in the Charles D. Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn. The Rev. Lawrence McElroy, pastor of the Oakwood Presbyterian Church, officiated. Interment followed in Squirrel Hill Cemetery, Porter Township, Clarion County.

 

LAWRENCE, EDWARD C. -- Edward C. "Teddy" Lawrence, 18, of Sligo RD 1, Monroe Township, died early Thursday morning, July 5, 2001, in an ATV accident in Redbank Township, Clarion County. Born Oct. 19, 1982, in Clarion, he was a son of Charles E. "Sonny" Lawrence of Clarion and Barbara S. "Bobbie" LOCKOM Lawrence of Sligo RD 1. He was a 2001 graduate of Clarion Area High School, where he was a member of the football team, the wrestling team and the weight-lifting club. He lettered three years in wrestling and football. He planned to attend Penn State-Mont Alto Campus. He was employed by Clarion Borough. His hobbies included football, wrestling, hunting and farming. In addition to his parents, he is survived by maternal grandparents, Harold and Carol Lockom of Cleveland, Ohio; three half-brothers, Patrick, Michael and Samuel Lawrence of New Jersey; a half-sister, Kelly FULMER of Brookville; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Mason C. "Red" and Ruth Lawrence; and his maternal grandmother, Elsie Lockom. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home, Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Harold O. Jacobson, pastor of the Grace Lutheran Church of Clarion, officiating. Source: 7/6/2001 Derrick.

 

LECHNER, GRACE ELLEN (McQUEEN) -- Grace Ellen Lechner, 96, formerly of Shippenville, died at 1:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 8, 2000, in Beverly Healthcare, Clarion. Born July 29, 1904, in Sligo, she was a daughter of Clarence and Elizabeth Kerr McQueen. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Mrs. Lechner received a teaching degree at Clarion Norman School and in her earlier years, she had taught school in Pine City. She was a member of the Shippenville United Methodist Church. Mrs. Lechner was married to Henry Lechner, who died in February 1973. Surviving are a son and his wife, Herbert and Marjorie Lechner of Marble; two granddaughters and their husbands, Dorie and Zane Harle of Marble and Bonnie and Mitchell Mahle of Miola; a grandson, Gerald Lechner of Schoolcraft, Mich.; eight greatgrandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Lechner was preceded in death by a sister and two brothers. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the William N. Rupert Mortuary, Knox. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Charles Jack, pastor of the Knox United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Shippenville.

 

LEE, ANDREW

 

LEE, CLARENCE E.

 

LEE, NANCY MERRYMAN

 

LEE, RACHEL A. (MAGEE)

 

LEE, ROBERT ELIJAH

 

LEE, ANNA — We are called upon to announce two deaths in the vicinity of Curllsville this week from the dread destroyer consumption. Calvin Autner died at nine o'clock on Tuesday morning, aged about 49 years. The deceased leaves a wife and seven children. The funeral was held this (Thursday) afternoon at two o'clock. Interment in Curllsville cemetery. Yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon occurred the death of Mrs. T.J. Lee of the same disease. She leaves a husband and four children. The funeral will occur at Curllsville tomorrow at 10 o'clock a.m. - Clarion Jacksonian 1/27/1898 Note: wife of Thomas Jefferson (Jefferson T) Lee.

 

LEE, W. JAMES — W.J. Lee of Curllsville died Thursday evening of last week, aged almost 37 years, leaving a wife and one child. The burial was in Licking cemetery on Sunday. He had been a member of the Presbyterian church for several years.—Clarion Jacksonian, 6/20/1895. Note: Husband of Mary “Bella” Anderson. Son: Clarence. Contributed by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

 

LENDRUM, MARGARET V. (BURNS) -- Mrs. Margaret V. Lendrum, 57, of 319 Hone Ave., widow of Sheridan Lendrum, died at 9:45 a.m. Saturday in Hamot Hospital, Erie, following a short illness. Born in East Brady May 22, 1915, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Ora Blanche Fox Burns. She attended East Brady and Oil City schools.   Her husband, Sheridan Lendrum, died in 1964.   Mrs. Lendrum was a member of St, Joseph Church. She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Dominic (Jean) DiDominic, Mrs. Timothy (Shirley) Spencer and Mrs. Mary Lauper of Oil City and Mrs. Robert (Ruth) Henson of California; three sisters, Mrs. Irwin Troxell of Titusville, Mrs. Edna Hulings of Meadville and Mrs. Eleanora Merryman of Shippenville; three brothers, Ira Burns of Altoona, Robert Burns of Townville and William Burns of Florida, and eight grandchildren. Removal was made to the Joseph Reinsel Funeral Home, where friends may call and where the family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Joseph Church. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The Derrick (Oil City, Pa), Monday, Oct 9, 1972.

 

LERCH, ALICE A. (KUHNS)

 

LERCH, ALICE WEAVER (FOX)

 

LERCH, AMBROSE BITTENBENDER -- It is with deepest sorrow the death of Ambrose B. Lerch, which occurred at his home in Sligo, Wednesday, Jan. 17, 1917, is recorded. His illness extended over ten weeks and terminated in a stroke of apoplexy which caused his demise. Mr. Lerch was born in Monroe Township, Clarion County, Sept. 4, 1848, and was aged 68 years, 4 months and 13 days at his death. He was united in marriage Dec. 21, 1871, with Miss Mary N. Over, who with all of their eleven children survive, as follows: Edward O. and Mrs. Jas. Coleman, Piney Township; F. Hays Lerch, Monroe Township; Anson C., Orville V., and Mrs. Fred Jessup, Pittsburgh; Mrs. John Betz, Detroit, Mich.; Quay Lerch, Oil City; Misses Mary and Myra Lerch, Valparaiso, Ind., and Miss Madge Lerch at home. These loved ones have the sympathy of all in the loss of a loving husband and father. Mr. Lerch was one  of the foremost citizens of his section of this county, and was a farmer and business man of exceptional ability. About eleven years ago he retired from the farm and settled in Sligo where he has been a useful and progressive citizen. At the time of his death he was President of the Clarion County Mutual Fire Insurance Co., of which he had been a director for many years. He was one of the most genial and sunny dispositioned of men with a big generous heart and literally hosts of friends will miss him. He was a man of upright Christian character in whom the right, good and the true always found a staunch supporter. He was a faithful and exemplary member of the Presbyterian Church for many years and was always true to his profession. His pastor, Rev. T.G. Mowry, of Rimersburg, conducted the funeral service at his late home on Jan. 20th, and interment was made in Sligo cemetery. The wife and children of the deceased feel the deepest gratitude to the many friends and neighbors for their ministry of love and helpfulness in this time of sorrow, and extend to them their heartfelt thanks. Mrs. A.B. Lerch and children. Source: Clarion Democrat Feb. 1, 1917

 

LERCH, ANSON C.Anson C. Lerch, 58, of Monroe township, died at 5:30 o'clock Sunday morning, November 28, 1937. He had been ill for nearly 14 years, and brooding over his illness he ended his own life. In 1923 Mr. Lerch was taken ill with sleeping sickness, and he never fully recovered. He had made his home with his brother, F. H. Lerch since his illness. In later years he was gradually losing his eyesight which greatly preyed upon his mind. Prior to his sickness, he had been in the grocery business at Sheridan in Allegheny county. During the early stages of his illness he spent two years in Florida hoping a change of climate would restore his health. The son of Ambrose and Mary N. Lerch, he was born July 25, 1879 in Piney township. He was never married. He was a member of the Presbyterian church of Sheridan, of the Pittsburgh Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons, and of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Mary N. Lerch, of Sligo; four brothers, E. O. Lerch, Clarion; F. H. Lerch, Monroe township; O.V. Lerch, Pittsburgh, and Quay Lerch of Piney township. Six sisters also survive. They are: Mrs. Anna Coleman, Piney township; Mrs. Catherine Jessup, Pittsburgh; Miss Myra Lerch, Valparasio, Ind.; Mrs. Flota Betz, Detroit, Mich.; Mrs. Mary Flanagan, Detroit, Mich., and Mrs. Madge McElravy of Sligo. Funeral services are being held today (Wednesday) from the home of his mother, Mrs. Mary N. Lerch of Sligo, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Renwick, pastor of the Sligo M. E. church, followed by interment in the Sligo cemetery. Transcription courtesy of Lisa McClaine. 

 

LERCH, BETTY LOUISE (SHOFESTULL) -- Betty Louise Lerch, 71, of Route 68, Sligo, died Thursday, Sept. 13, 2001, at her home. Born Sept. 13, 1930, in Punxsutawney, she was a daughter of Alex and Helen Tucker Shofestull. Mrs. Lerch had worked at the Owens-Illinois Glass Plant. She was a member of the Bethel Baptist Church. Mrs. Lerch was a homemaker. She was married to Harold A. Lerch, who survives. Also surviving are two sons and their wives, Ronald A. and Barbara Lerch and Robert A. and Debra Lerch, all of Route 68, Sligo; five grandchildren, Sheila Frazier, Marci Schiffhouer, Matthew Lerch, Ronald Lerch Jr. and Shawn Lerch; and one great-granddaughter, Andrea Frazier. She also is survived by a brother, Donald Eugene Shofestull and his wife, Linda, of Strattanville; and two sisters, Bernice Marie Smith and her husband, Glenn, of Corsica and Lois Arlene Reddinger of Jackson, Tenn. Mrs. Lerch was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Harry Ralph Shofestull. Visitation will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the Goble Funeral Home of Clarion. There will be no visitation Saturday. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Bob Myers and the Rev. Rob Hranicky officiating. Interment will follow in Cedarview Memorial Park in Strattanville. 9/14/2001 Derrick.

 

LERCH, CLOYD S. SR.CURLLSVILLE - Cloyd S.  Sr., 69, of Curllsville, died Tuesday, November 15, 1988, at his residence. Born May 2, 1919, in Curllsville, he was a son of Stephen G.  and Minnie Belle (Heeter) Lerch. He was a self-employed farmer and logger. Mr. Lerch was married to Ida A. Raybuck in April 1939. She died in October 1984. Mr. Lerch was a veteran, having served in Europe with the Army during World War II.  He was a member of Zion Baptist Church of Reidsburg. Survivors include five sons, Cloyd S. Lerch Jr. of Santa Barbara, Calif., Grant Lerch and Arnold Lerch, both of Manchester, Conn., Otis Lerch of Sligo RD1 and Ricky Lerch of Foxburg; four daughters, Mrs. David (Mary) Darrow of Diamond Bar, Calif., Mrs. Peter (Janice) Shreffler of Melvin, Pa., Martha Stewart of Horseheads, N.Y., and Mrs. Raymond (Cynthia) Pagano of Stone Mountain, Ga.; two brothers, Francis Lerch of Reidsburg and Arnold Lerch of Sligo RD 1; and 14 grandchildren.  Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today (Wednesday) and from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Cleo A. Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo. Terry L. Beamer is in charge of arrangements. Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with Rev. Robert Myers, pastor of Reynoldsville Gospel Center, and the Rev. Randy Spencer, pastor of Zion Baptist Church in Reidsburg, officiating. Burial will be in the Churchville Cemetery in Monroe Township.

 

LERCH, DONALD EUGENE — LERCH, DONALD EUGENE, 90, of Clearwater, died Sunday (June 24, 1990) at Villa Maria Nursing Home, Miami. He came here in 1925 from his native New Bethlehem, Pa. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service and was a World War I Army veteran. He was a member and former Sunday school teacher at First United Methodist Church of Clearwater. He was a past president of the Kiwanis Club of Clearwater and a volunteer at the VA Medical EX: Center at Bay Pines. Survivors include his wife, Elsie; two daughters, Lois Robinson, Miami, and Esther Williams, Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Cofer Funeral Home, Miami. St. Petersburg Times (FL) - June 26, 1990

 

LERCH, FRANK DWIGHT —  Frank Dwight Lerch, son of Mr. and Mrs. Merle Lerch, died at the home near Curllsville on Saturday, January 1, 1944, following a brief illness from pneumonia. He was born December 22, 1938, and was five years and nine days old.  He is survived by his parents; two sisters, Shilrey Mae and Genevieve, at home; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lerch, Brockway, and Mrs. Frank Over, New Bethlehem, R.D.; also by Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lerch, Curllsville, his great-grandparents. A funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the home with the Rev. W.S. Ingersoll, pastor of the Curllsville Methodist church, in charge. Interment was made in the Squirrel Hill cemetery.

 

LERCH, FRANK “HAYES”  LA PUENTE, CALIF - Hayes F. Lerch of La Puente, formerly of Clarion County, died August 19, at the age of 90.   Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 23 at the Church of Our Heritage, Forest Lawn with Rev. Norris Fulfer of the First Southern Baptist Church of La Puente officiating.   Interment was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Covina Hills, Calif. Born in Piney Township March 4, 1877 he was a son of Ambrose and Nancy Over Lerch.   He was married to Mrs. Letty Smith October 21, 1943. In addition to his wife he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Henry of Sligo RD1; two grandsons, Calvin of Franklin and Lester of the Air Force presently stationed in Hawaii; three step-children, Mrs. Marjorie Bayless of Costa Mesa, Mrs. Emma Varner of La Puente, David Smith of Fountain Valley,   nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren all of California. Four sisters, Mrs. Katherine Jessup of Pittsburgh, Mrs. Floda Savage of Kansas City, Mrs. Madge McElravy of Sligo, Mrs. Mary Flanagan of Detroit and one brother, Quay of Clarion also survive. Mr. Lerch was a resident of Clarion county for 82 years.   He was a member of Monroe Chapel Methodist Church for many years.   In 1960 he moved to La Puente, California.   He joined the First Southern Baptist Church of La Puente and was a faithful member until his death. Transcription courtesy of Lisa McClaine.

 

LERCH, GRACE MARY (MYERS) - Mrs. Mary Grace Lerch Burns died yesterday in her home in Piney Township, Clarion County. She had been ill since August 25, 1955.   Born in Piney Township on May 27, 1887, she was the daughter of William and Margaret Kifer Myers.   She was married to Leslie Lerch who died in 1929. She later married Arthur Burns, who survives. Mrs. Burns lived her entire life in Piney Township, and was a member of the Pinegrove Methodist Church.   In addition to her husband, she is survived by five sons and one daughter, LaRue Lerch, Sligo RD; Louis Lerch, Vandergrift; Ardell Lerch, Rimersburg RD 1; DePrelle Lerch, Sligo; Eldean Lerch, Callensburg, and Mrs. Margaret Glinkerman, Shippenville. Also surviving are two brothers, Lee Myers of Sligo RD 2 and Homer Myers of Sligo RD 2; one sister, Mrs. Stella Finnefrock of Sligo RD 2; and eight grandchildren. The body is in the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo. Funeral arrangements have not been completed. The Derrick, Oil City, PA.   Tuesday, March 6, 1956.  Pg 14. Note: remarried to Arthur Burns, but name still appears on joint stone with first husband, Nathan Lerch.

 

LERCH, HAROLD ARNOLD “Huck” Harold A. "Huck" Lerch, 79, of Route 68, Sligo, died Thursday, June 15, 2006, in the Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born Aug. 8, 1926, in Monroe Township, he was the son of the late Stephen Grant Lerch and Minnie Belle Heeter Lerch. Mr. Lerch was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in World War II. He worked for the Operating Engineers. Mr. Lerch was a member of the Bethel Baptist Church, Sligo. He enjoyed fishing on Lake Erie and spending time with his family.  Mr. Lerch was married March 6, 1948, to Betty Shovestull who preceded him in death Sept. 13, 2001. He was then married to Mary Elizabeth Gillfilin on Oct. 19, 2003, and she preceded him in death May 31, 2006. He is survived by two sons, Ronald Lerch and his wife Barbara of Sligo, Robert Lerch and his wife Debra of Sligo; five grandchildren, Sheila Frazier, Marci Schiffhouer, Ronald Lerch Jr., Matthew Lerch and Shawn Lerch; five great-grandchildren, Andi Frazier, Corbin and Mallory Schiffhouer and Logan and Lauren Lerch. In addition to his wives and parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Cloyd, Lloyd and Francis Lerch. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday at the Goble Funeral Home, 330 Wood St., Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Rob Hranicky of the Bethel Baptist Church officiating. Interment will follow in the Cedarview Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. The Derrick - Oil City, PA   - Saturday, June 17, 2006

 

LERCH, HENRY ADDISON —NEW BETHLEHEM –  Funeral services for Henry Addison Lerch were held at 2 p. m. Tuesday in the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo with Rev. Earl Thomas officiating. Mr. Lerch, 96, died in the home of his daughter, Mrs. Carrie Chandler of New Bethlehem, RD 1, Sunday. Born in Piney Township on July 19, 1860, he was the son of Nathan and Mary Emhoff Lerch. He married Minerva Jane Buzzard in 1881 and was a member of the Curllsville Methodist Church of 63 years. Surviving are five sons and one daughter. They are Frank of New Bethlehem RD 1; John of Curllsville;   Roy of Rimersburg RD 3; Grant of Sligo RD 1; Floyd of Sligo and Mrs. Carrie Chandler of New Bethlehem RD 1.   Two daughters preceded him in death.   Also surviving are 21 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren. The Derrick, Oil City, Pa.   Wednesday, June 26, 1957.   Pg 14 via Paul Kifer.

 

LERCH, HILDA (OVER)HILDA LERCH DIES— Mrs. Hilda Lerch, 80, of Curllsville died Monday evening, July 23, 179, in Clarion Hospital. Born Nov. 21, 1898, in Etna, she was a daughter of the late Francis and May Hugus Over. She was married Sept. 14, 1929, to Merle Lerch, who survives. Mrs. Lerch was a member of the Curllsville United Methodist Church and she worked for may years with the cancer dressing volunteer sewing group of the church. She was a resident of Porter Township for 39 years.  In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Shirley May and Genevieve, both at home. One son, Dwight, one sister, Theona, and two brothers preceded her in death. Services were at 2 p.m. Thursday (today) from the Cleo A. Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo with the Rev. Walter Herron officiating. Burial was in Squirrel Hill Cemetery.

 

LERCH, LESLIE NATHANLeslie Nathan Lerch was injured in a fall of rock at Pennsy Mine No. ] 2 on August 7, ]930, at 4:30 o'clock. He had just gone in that afternoon a few minutes before the rock fell. His sons Larue, Lewis and some other men heard him call and went to his rescue. The rock was lifted from him and he was then taken to the office at Pennsy Mines where Dr. G. B. Woods was called and advised them to send him to the Brookville Hospital. There everything that could be done was done for him. He died Monday morning, August 18, 1930, at 2:00 o'clock. He was one of Piney township's respected citizens, son of Manassah and Alice Lerch. Leslie Lerch was born May 18, 1883, and was aged 47 years, 2 months and 20 days. He lived in Piney township all his life, except two years he and his father lumbered in McKean county. He is survived by his wife and six children, namely, Larue, Lewis, Margaret, Depra1, Arda1e and Eldeen, all at home. One son preceded him in death nine years ago. He also leaves to mourn their loss his aged father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Manassah Lerch, and the following sisters: Mrs. Joe Geary, Kane; Mrs. J. R. Canaan and Mrs. J. S. Myers, of Sligo, besides his host of friends. Funeral services were held at his late home by his former pastor, Rev. J. L. Buck, of Brockway, assisted by his pastor,  Rev. Milton Thomas. Interment was made in the Pinegrove cemetery beside his son Lyle. Source: Clarion Democrat.

 

LERCH, LISA “MAUDE” (RHOADES) The many friends of Mrs. Hayes Lerch, of Sligo, were shocked to learn that she died suddenly last Friday evening, March 24, 1911, a very short time before Mr. Lerch, who carries the mail from Clarion to Sligo, arrived home from his trip that day. He found her sitting in a chair, it is said, but the vital spark had fled. She leaves her husband and one little daughter, Dorothy, aged two or three years, and a host of relatives and friends who mourn her sudden and untimely death. The funeral was held on Monday of this week. The universal sympathy of the people goes out to Mr. Lerch. Clarion Democrat - March 23, 1911. Transcription courtesy of Paul Kifer. Note: Wife of Frank “Hayes” Lerch.

LERCH, LYLE EDWIN  —Lyle Edwin Lerch, son of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Lerch, was born August 15,1911, and his young life was closed Thursday, May 19, 1921. His life was not  long but was full of suffering which he bore with a wonderful patience. When 13 months old he had an attack of infantile paralysis which left him a  cripple. In spite of that he grew healthy and happy and made his friends happy. Trial came again last February when he was seized with St. Vitus  dance, and this was followed by scarlet fever. Thru all of this afflictions he patiently endured until the end came at last in quietness and peace. His parents and three brothers and one sister mourn their loss. Rev. S. J. Richards conducted the funeral service last Saturday. May the bereaved ones be comforted by the love of the All Father. Clarion Democrat [May 1921]

 

LERCH, MANASSAH C.

 

LERCH, MARGARET (COULTER) -- Mrs. Margaret Coulter Lerch, wife of F. Hays Lerch, one of the prominent citizens of near Reidsburg, died after a very short illness on Thursday afternoon of this week. Mrs. Lerch was one of the best loved women in the section and made friends wherever she went. She win be greatly missed in the community. Clarion Democrat June 21, 1917

 

LERCH, MARIANN

 

LERCH, MARY (EMHOFF)Mrs. Mary Lerch, wife of N. W. Lerch, long since deceased, died at the residence of her daughter Mrs. B. F. Sloughfy, of New Bethlehem, on the 21st inst., at the ripe age of 92 years, 8 months and 19 days. Grandmother Lerch's death was due to the natural decline and weakness incident to old age, and when the end came she passed away peacefully, fully resigned and prepared to meet her Lord and Master in whom she had trusted implicitly all her life. Deceased was the oldest daughter of John and Catherine Emhoff, who were among the number of sturdy German pioneers who settled in this county the early part of last century. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. David Mohney, of New Bethlehem. Mrs. Lerch was married to Nathan W. Lerch in the year 1845, settling in the northern part of Porter township near Curllsville, in a part of the country that was then to a great extent heavily wooded. Their union was blessed with fourteen children, eleven of whom survive to mourn the loss of a sainted mother, a devoted Christian loved and respected by all who knew her. Grandmother Lerch is also survived by 44 grandchildren and 51 great-grandchildren, most of whom reside in this vicinity. One son is Rev. John Lerch, of Rome, O. Early in life she allied herself with the St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, of Churchville, of which she was a faithful and consistent member at the time of her death. The end while not unexpected, came rather suddenly, but peacefuly, fully resigned and prepared to be ushered into the presence of her Lord and Maker in whose service she had been truly faithful. The funeral was conducted by Rev. P.J. Shriver January 24, from the Churchville Lutheran Church, and interment was made at that place. Clarion Democrat - January 26, 1911

 

LERCH, MARY (STERRETT) -- Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 19 at 2 pm from the Monroe Chapel, for Mrs. Mary Sterrett Lerch.   Rev. E. C. Masenplug officiated, and burial was made in the Sligo Cemetery. Mrs. Lerch was born Jul 15, 1878 and died November 17, 1941.   She was a member of Monroe chapel and the Woman’s Society of Christian Service. She is survived by her husband, Hayes Lerch; one brother, John Sterrett of Clarion, and one sister, Mrs. John. P. Reed of Miola. Oil City Blizzard (PA), Wednesday, Nov 26, 1941.   Pg 2

 

LERCH, MINERVA JANE (BUZZARD) -- Funeral services for Mrs. H. A. Lerch, 84, who died May 13th in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Earl Chandler, New Bethlehem, RD. were conducted Sunday afternoon in the Curllsville Methodist church. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Carrie Chandler;   five sons, Frank Lerch, New Bethlehem, R. D., John Lerch, Curllsville, Roy Lerch, Rimersburg R. D., Grant Lerch and Floyd Lerch, both of Sligo, RD. Interment was made in the Squirrel Hill Cemetery. The Oil City (Pa) Derrick, Wednesday Morning, May 18, 1949.   Pg 6

LERCH, MOLLIE VIOLA (HENRY) — Mrs. Mollie Viola Henry Lerch, 70, widow of the former Clarion County Commissioner Edward O. Lerch, died at 3 pm Tuesday in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Luella Mortimer, 118 South Fifth ave., Clarion. She was born April 19, 1878, in Porter township, Clarion county, the daughter of Harry and Elizabeth Turney Henry.   She was married April 18, 1899 to E. O. Lerch, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Lerch was a member of the Presbyterian church of Churchville.   Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Mortimer of Clarion; a sister, Mrs. Blanche Stewart of Clarion, R. D., and two grandchildren. The body was taken to the Jenkins funeral home, Clarion. The Oil City Derrick, Oil City, Pa.   Wednesday Morning, September 22, 1948.   Pg 2 via Paul Kifer.

LERCH, RALPH A. — LERCH, RALPH A., 71, of Clearwater, died Wednesday (June 30, 1993) at Clearwater Community Hospital. He was born in Rimersburg, Pa., and came here in 1973 from Indiana. He was an Air Force veteran and retired as a lieutenant colonel. He attended St. Paul United Methodist Church, Largo. He was a member of the Elks Lodge 2159, Largo. Survivors include his wife, Mildred F.; two sisters, Marjorie J. Campbell, Rimersburg, and Louise Slee, Cabot, Pa.; and several nieces and nephews. Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park, Clearwater. St. Petersburg Times (FL) - July 4, 1993 via Thelma Kifer.

LERCH, RONALD ARDELL —  (summary) Ronald Ardell LERCH, 74, of Clarion, formerly of Curllsville, b Sept 5, 1922 in Piney Twp, d July 22, 1997 at Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Piney Twp. Parents: Leslie and Grace (MYERS) Lerch. Spouse: Alda Jane SHOOK, survives. Source: Leader-Vindicator July 1997 via Pamela Grewell.

 

LERCH, WILLIAM LARUE SLIGO - William (Boob) Lerch, 64, of Rimersburg RD 1 died at 11:45 am Wednesday in the Clarion Hospital. Born November 8, 1909, in Piney Township, he was a son of Leslie N. and Mary Grace Myers Lerch. Mr. Lerch was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Air Force. He was a member of the American Legion Post 958 of Parker, the IOOF Lodge 387 of Sligo and the Sligo Sportsmen’s Club. Surviving are four brothers: Louis of Punta Gorda, Fla., Deprell of Sligo RD 1, Ardell of Rimersburg RD 1 and Elldean of Sligo and a sister. Mrs. William (Margaret) Strauser of Knox RD 2. A brother, Lyle preceded him in death. The family will receive friends from 4-9 pm today at the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Saturday at the funeral home with Rev. Robert Myers, pastor of the Reynoldsville Gospel Center, officiating.   Interment will be in Pine Grove Cemetery.  The Derrick, Oil City, Pa.   Friday, December 21, 1973.   Pg 2 Transcription courtesy of Paul Kifer.

 

LEVIER, GRACE N. (RADAKER) Grace N. Levier, 74, of Clarview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Sligo, formerly of Parker, died Monday evening, Dec. 6, 2004, in the Clarview facility of natural causes. The H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home, Parker, is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Wednesday in The Derrick.

     Grace N. Levier, 74, of Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Sligo, formerly of Parker, died early Monday evening, Dec. 6, 2004, at the center following a lengthy illness. Born Aug. 13, 1930, in Perry Township, Clarion County, Mrs. Levier was the daughter of the late Joseph and Susie Murphy Radaker. She was a lifelong devoted member of the Church of God. Mrs. Levier had been a member of North Main Street Church of God in Butler for many years, singing in the choir, teaching Sunday school and serving with the former ladies missionary society - now the Women of the Church of God. She later became involved in the Park Hill Church of God at West Freedom, and was active in that church until ill health prevented her participation. Mrs. Levier worked as a baker at the Super-Duper market, now IGA, in Emlenton for more than 10 years. She also did private babysitting for many families through the years. She was married April 29, 1947, to William C. Levier Sr. He preceded her in death Dec. 3, 2002. Surviving are three daughters, Elaine Levier Timblin of Parker, Mrs. Sam (Peggy) Weckerly of Parker, and Mrs. John (Patti) Weckerly of Fordland, Mo.; three sons, James and Richard Levier, both of Parker, and William C. Levier Jr., of Shelocta; one sister, Mrs. Betty Levier of Karns City; one brother, Richard "Dick" Levier of Bonita Springs, Fla.; as well as 21 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Levier was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Joanne Radaker Callender, who died Feb. 25, 1991. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home, Wayne St., Parker, and at the church for one hour preceding funeral services. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in Park Hill Church of God, Lime Plant Road, West Freedom, with her sons Revs. William and James Levier and the Rev. Lonny Wolford and the Rev. Korona Say of Park Hill officiating. Interment will follow in Cedarview Memorial Park, Strattanville.

 

LEVIER, WILLIAM C. — William C. LeVier, 77, of Parker, died at 8:15 pm. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2002, in Chicora Medical Center after an illness.   Born April 23, 1925, in Perry twp. Armstrong Co., he was the son of Wesley Roy and Ruby Shoup LeVier. He was a veteran of World War II serving with the 491 st Anti-Aircraft Battalion of the U.S. Army.   Mr. LeVier was employed for more than 27 yrs. with the former Glass Containers Corp. of Parker.   He was a member of the GBBA Union.   He was married April 29, 1947, to Grace Radaker, who survives at Clarview Nursing Center, Sligo.   Also surviving are three sons, James LeVier of Parker, Richard LeVier of Jamestown, Pa. and Wm. C. LeVier Jr. of Shelocta; three daughters, Mrs. Richard (Elaine) Timblin and Mrs. Sam (Peggy) Weckerly, both of Parker, and Mrs. John (Patty) Weckerly of Fordland, Mo., 21 grandchildren and 45 great-grandchildren.   He also is survived by three sisters, Florence Reider of Bruin, Mabel Vensel, of Fairview and Joann Homer of Rimersburg; one brother, Milton LeVier of Blasdell, N.Y. and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. LeVier was preceded in death by a brother, LeRoy LeVier; and two sisters, Edith Bowser and Sara Orr. Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. today in the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home, Wayne Str. Parker.   Funeral services will be held at 11:am. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Wm. C. LeVier Jr. and the Rev. James LeVier, sons of the deceased, officiating.   Members of the VFW and American Legion posts of Parker will conduct a veteran memorial service in the funeral home after the funeral.   Interment will be in Cedarview Memorial Park, Strattanville, Clarion Co. Source: Transcription by Linda Fitzgerald.

 

LEWIS, CORP. ALLEN

 

LEWIS, ANNA ELIZA

 

LEWIS, ARTHUR E -- Arthur E. Lewis, 81, of Madison Street, Sligo, died at 10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, 1999, in Clarion Hospital following a three-week illness. Born April 22, 1918, in Strattanville, he was a son of John and Bessie Myrtle Lewis. He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Air Force. Mr. Lewis was employed for many years as a meat cutter at Paul's Market in Sligo, retiring in 1983. He served as a tax collector for Sligo Borough for 47 years, retiring in 1997. Mr. Lewis was a member of the Sligo United Methodist Church and the Parker Veterans of Foreign Wars Post. He was married to the former Patricia J. HARTMAN, who survives. Also surviving are two sons and their wives, Dan and Rhonda Lewis of Rimersburg RD 1 and Jack and Marie Lewis of Limestone; one daughter, Debby Lewis of League City, Texas; and four granddaughters, Jenna HELLMAN, Lauren Lewis, Sarah Lewis and Rachel Lewis. In addition to his parents, Mrs. Lewis was preceded in death by one brother, Roy Lewis. The Varner Funeral Home in Sligo is in charge of arrangements. There will be no visitation. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Rimersburg Cemetery. The family suggest memorial donations be made to the Southern Clarion County Volunteer Ambulance Service or to a charity of one's choice.

 

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LEWIS, ELFA MARIE (MAGRINI) -- Elfa Marie Lewis, 81, of the Altenheim Nursing Home of Strongsville, Ohio, formerly of Colerain Street in Sligo, died Thursday, June 28, 2001, at the Altenheim Nursing Home. Born April 11, 1920, in Pistoia, Italy, she was a daughter of Fulvio and Adelinda Savelli Magrini. Mrs. Lewis was a cosmetologist. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church of Clarion and St. Richard Church of Rimersburg. She also was a member of a garden club. She enjoyed playing cards and was a member of a card club. She was married Dec. 23, 1939, to Roy Lewis, who preceded her in death April 26, 1985. She is survived by a son, Richard Lewis and his wife, Bobbie, of Clarion; two daughters, Barbara Martel and her husband, Brian, of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Shelle Campbell and her husband, Robert, of Strongsville, Ohio; eight grandchildren, Trisha Lewis of Atlanta, Ga., Ryan Lewis of Clarion, Linda Steimling of Nashville, Tenn., John Zeitler and Regina Wright of Tucson, Ariz., Michael Zeitler of Tempe, Ariz., and Kurt and Craig Campbell of Strongsville, Ohio; nine great-grandchildren; and a sister, Victoria Pfaff of Union City. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Elma Shumacher and Eria Bashline; and a brother, Gus Magrini. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion. A Christian wake service will be conducted at 8:45 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the Immaculate Conception Church with the Rev. Frank Przepierski, pastor, as celebrant. Interment will follow in the Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery, Clarion.

 

LEWIS, FANNIE (BENN) daughter of Henry Benn. Wife of Edward Lewis.

 

LEWIS, FAYE E. (CLINGER)

 

LEWIS, FLOYD D. — CLARION - Floyd D. Lewis, 70, of Clarion RD2 (Williamsburg), retired stone mason, died at 7 a.m. Saturday in the Brookville Hospital following a year's illness. Mr. Lewis was well known throughout several counties as a stone mason and builder. He and his brother, Audley, learned the craft under their father's tutelage. He had worked from his early youth with his father, and in turn, taught his sons the stone craft. He was associated with his sons in Clarion, Contractors Inc., until his retirement. Born July 13, 1890, in Williamsburg, Clarion County, he was a son of John H. and Genevieve Jones Lewis. He and the former Dorothy Elliott were married August 10, 1922. She survives. Mr. Lewis was a member of the Williamsburg Church of God and was active in the church as Sunday school superintendent and Sunday school teacher. Surviving along with his wife, Mrs. Dorothy Lewis, are four daughters, Mrs. Edgar (Betty) Edmonds, Mrs. Robert (Patricia) Smith and Miss Kay Lewis of Williamsburg and Mrs. Hilton (Genevieve) Hinderliter of Vandergrift; three sons, Don Lewis of Clarion, Robert Lewis of Williamsburg and Elliott (Pete) Lewis of Fisher; two foster-daughters, Miss Emma DeLoe and Miss Angela Lewis, at home; 22 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Adda Gathers of Erie; a brother, Audley Lewis of Williamsburg and several nieces and nephews. A sister, Mrs. George (Fern) Bashline, and a brother, John Lewis, are deceased. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the William N. Rupert Funeral Home at Knox. Removal was made from the Rupert Funeral Home to Robert V. Burns Funeral Home, Wood Street and Seventh Avenue, Clarion, where friends are being received and where funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday. Officiating will be Rev. Earl D. Langley, pastor of the Williamsburg Church of God, and Rev. Howard J. Kidd, pastor of the Church of God in Campbellsville, Ky. Interment will be in the Zion Baptist Cemetery at Reidsburg. Source: 2/9/1970 Oil City Derrick

 

LEWIS, HARRY LEE — Harry L. Lewis, 61, James City, Dies in Kane Hospital — KANE (Special) - Harry L. Lewis, a resident of James City for 37 years, died Saturday afternoon at Kane Community Hospital where he had been a patient two weeks. He was born May 12, 1892, at Sligo and came to James City in 1917 from Pittsburgh. He was employed for the last several years as a tool dresser for P.A. Oakes.  Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Elizabeth A. Lewis; five daughters, Mrs. Mildred Kyle, Westfield, N.Y., Mrs. Goldie Conners, Hayward, Calif., Mrs. Arlene Asel, Marienville, Mrs. Elizabeth Atkins, Jamestown, N.Y., and Mrs. Imogene Andrus, James City; one son, Luther Lewis, Cherry Creek, N.Y.; three sisters, Mrs. Ida Black, Toledo, Ohio, Mrs. Mary McKee, Falconer, N.Y., and Mrs. Sadie Link, Sharon, and 13 grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. tomorrow at the James City Community Church. The Rev. Alton Maracle, pastor of Pentecostal Church of Versailles, N.Y., will officiate and burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Submitted by Pamela Grewell. Source: Bradford Era, 3/23/1954. *note: This is Harry Lee Lewis, son of Luther H. and Elizabeth Ann Hazlett Lewis. He was married to Elizabeth Atkinson. (Source: Linda Jemmett).

 

LEWIS, JOHN HENRY

 

LEWIS, MARGARET LAVINA (ARNER) — CLARION - Mrs. Margaret Lavina Lewis, 78, of 35 E. Eighth Ave., Clarion, died Thursday in her home. She was the widow of Rowland H. Lewis.  Mrs. Lewis was born April 21, 1893, in Clarion, a daughter of J. Emery and Effie Mae Dixon Arner.  On August 15, 1915, she married Rowland H. Lewis who preceded her in death in 1966.  Mrs. Lewis was a member of First United Methodist Church of Clarion and also the WSCS of the church.  She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, chapter 267 of Clarion.  In 1911, Mrs. Lewis graduated from Clarion Normal School and after that she taught school in Rimersburg, Kaylor and Clarion Junior and Senior High School.  She was a music teacher and a choir director at First United Methodist Church for a number of years.  Mrs. Lewis was also a representative for Goodwill Industries in the Clarion Area.  Surviving are two children, Rowland (Perry) Lewis of Zelienople and Mrs. Paul (Lavinia) Lehman of Oil City; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Blanche Moore of Clarion and Mrs. Wilma Kelley of Ocean Side, Calf., one brother, James and one sister, Ruth, preceded her in death.  Friends may call after 7 p.m. today in the Gerald L. Goble Funeral Home in Clarion where the family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday.  Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home with Rev. George S. Crooks, pastor of First United Methodist Church in Clarion, officiating.   Interment will be in Clarion Cemetery.   The Order of the Eastern Starr will hold a memorial service in the funeral home at 7:30 p.m. today. Note- the year she died was 1972. Source: Kelly Kline Fulcher.

 

LEWIS, MARTHA

 

LEWIS, PATRICIA J. (HARTMAN) — Patricia J. Lewis, 82, of Madison Street, Sligo, died of natural causes Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008, in her home. Born Dec. 1, 1925, in Madison Township, Clarion County, she was the daughter of Russell and Grace Crissmon Hartman. Mrs. Lewis was a long term employee of Owens-Illinois, retiring there in the early 1990s. She enjoyed all things family related and especially looked forward to having family get-togethers at her home in Sligo. Mrs. Lewis was married June 4, 1947, to Arthur E. Lewis, who preceded her in death Nov. 27, 1999. Surviving are a daughter, Debby Lewis of League City, Texas; and two sons and their wives, Dan and Rhonda Lewis of Rimersburg and Kennerdell and Jack and Marie Lewis of Limestone; four granddaughters, Jenna Hellman of Grove City, Lauren Lewis of Salisbury, Md., and Sarah and Rachel Lewis of Limestone; and a great-granddaughter, Jillian Hellman of Grove City. She also is survived by two sisters, Jeanne McCormick of State College and Charlotte Serventi of Perry, N.Y.; and two brothers and their wives, Joe and Shirley Hartman of Kutztown and Jack and Terri Hartman of Pittsburgh. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Lewis was preceded in death by a brother, James Hartman and his wife, June; and two brothers-in-law, Donald McCormick and Mark Serventi. There will be no visitation. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Rimersburg Cemetery. The Varner Funeral Home of Sligo is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the M.D. Andersen Cancer Center, P.O. Box 301439, Houston, Texas, 77230-1439. The Derrick - Tuesday, January 15, 2008

 

LEWIS, PATRICIA J. (PATTEN) — Patricia J. Lewis, 69, of Butler died at 2:15 p.m. Sunday at Butler Memorial Hospital. Born in Butler, Sept. 8, 1931, she was the daughter of Laurie S. and Margaret J. Sutton Patten. She was a homemaker and enjoyed cake decorating, sewing, baking and crafts. Mrs. Lewis was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church of Cabot and the Christian Mothers of the church. She is survived by her husband, Regis W. Lewis Sr., whom she married Nov. 17, 1950; three sons, Donald E. Lewis of Burleson, Texas, Regis W. Lewis Jr. of Butler and Michael L. Lewis of San Francisco, Calif.; two daughters, Mrs. Dean (Christine L.) Greenawalt of Sligo and Mrs. Christopher (Elaine M.) Newcomb of West Lake, Ohio; and six grandchildren. A brother preceded her in death. LEWIS — Friends of Patricia J Lewis, who died Sunday, Jan. 21, 2001, will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at FOX FUNERAL HOME, Saxonburg. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Cabot. The Rev. Michael Greb, OFM Cap., will officiate. Burial will be at Butler County Memorial Park, Butler Township. A parish wake service will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, 315 Stoney Hollow Road, Cabot, PA 16023.

 

LINNON, BESSIE M. (LIEBERUM) — Bessie M. Linnon, 95, of St. Petersburg, Clarion County, died at 6:40 p.m. Saturday at the Clarview Nursing Home, Sligo. Born in Paint Township, Clarion County, Dec. 17, 1912, she was the daughter of William and Anna Hartman Lieberum. She attended public school in Shippenville, and she and her husband had operated the Foodland in Mariasville and the Linnon Hotel and the Clover Farm Store in St. Petersburg. Mrs. Linnon was a 50-year member of the St. Petersburg Women's Club and a longtime member of St. Peter Lutheran Church in St. Petersburg. She enjoyed playing bingo and was instrumental in starting bingo as a fundraiser for the St. Petersburg Volunteer Fire Company. She also enjoyed playing cards and visiting with family and friends. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Denton (Betty) Ashbaugh of St. Petersburg and Mrs. Dick (Peg) Hoover of Lancaster, S.C.; 11 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. Her husband, Paul H. Linnon, whom she married May 9, 1929, in Clarion, died July 17, 1982. She also was preceded in death by a son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Fern Linnon; four brothers; a sister; a grandchild; a nephew; and a great-nephew. LINNON - Friends of Bessie M. Linnon, who died Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Hile Funeral Home, 802 Grove St., St. Petersburg. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with the Rev. Dan Myers, pastor of St. Petersburg United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will follow at the St. Petersburg Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Petersburg United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 281, St. Petersburg, PA 16054 or to the St. Petersburg Fire Company, P.O. Box 81, St. Petersburg, PA 16054. Online condolences may be emailed to localfamilies@hilefuneralhome.com. Published in the Butler Eagle on 1/14/2008.

 

LOBAUGH, CHRISTOPHER

 

LOBAUGH, DAVID BLAINE — SLIGO - David Blaine (Ben) Lobaugh of Callensburg died at his home at 11:40 a.m. yesterday. Born November 11, 1891 in Callensburg, he was the son of Samuel and Ida Belle Lobaugh.   He was married to Martha Rayer, who survives. In addition to his widow, he is survived by two brothers, Bruce of Warren, O. and Lawson of Callensburg, and two nephews. Mr. Lobaugh was a painter by trade.   He was a veteran of World War 1; a member of the Callensburg Methodist Church; and a member of the Legion Post 149 in Sligo. The body has been removed to the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo where friends may call. The Derrick - Oil City, PA   -   Monday, August 27, 1962   pg. 16 submitted by Thelma Kifer. (view memorial)

 

LOBAUGH, DAVID REID Sr. -- COMPANY C, SIXTY-SECOND REGIMENT - David R. Lobaugh, sergeant, July 25,1861, three years; promoted from corporal March 10, 1862; mustered out with company July 13, 1864.

     David R. Lobaugh of Callensburg, one of the oldest and most honorable citizens of the county, died last Saturday, August 6, 1927 at his home aged 93 years and 11 days. Mr. Lobaugh formerly lived in Easton for a good many years but later made his home in Callensburg. He is survived by three sons and two daughters. His funeral was held last Monday afternoon and the interment was made in the Callensburg cemetery. Source: Aug 1927 Clarion Democrat.  Note: Son of Sidle and Margaret (Saxton) Lobaugh. Husband of Aimee Barr.

 

LOBAUGH, GERTRUDE E. — Gertude E. Lobaugh, 76, of Callensburg, died Monday, March 19, 2001, in Clarview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center at Sligo RD 1. Born May 27, 1924, in Callensburg, she was a daughter of Albert and Dora Baker Lobaugh, Miss Lobaugh was a school teacher in the Hilands School District in Natrona Heights, retiring in 1989 after a teaching career that spanned 43 years. She attended the Callensburg United Methodist Church. Surviving are a brother and his wife, Raymond and Helen Lobaugh of Callensburg; one nephew, Richard Lobaugh of Chesterfield, Va.; two nieces, Susan Lobaugh and Ann Hotz, both of Petersburg, Va.; three great-nephews; and two great-great-nephews. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Varner Funeral Home in Sligo. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Barry Weyant, pastor of the Callensburg United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Callensburg Cemetery.  Source: 3/20/2001 Derrick.

 

LOBAUGH, GOLDIE M (BLACK) — Goldie M. Lobaugh, 80, of Emlenton, formerly of Callensburg, died at 3:28 a.m. Wednesday. Feb. 25, 2004, in UPMC Northwest, Franklin. Born Oct. 8, 1923, in Fairmount City, she was the daughter of Charles and Minnie Hallman Black. Mrs. Lobaugh was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was a homemaker who enjoyed playing cards and was an avid bingo player. Mrs. Lobaugh was a member of the Berlin-Bowser American Legion Unit 720 Ladies Auxiliary in Knox and was a social member of the Parker VFW Ladies Auxiliary in Parker. She was married Oct. 12, 1956, to William Lobaugh, who died Oct. 19, 1978. The couple lived their entire married life in Callensburg. Surviving are numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Lobaugh was preceded in death by four sisters, Leona Mittiga, Florence Whitmer, Ethel Travis and Ellen Blair; and four brothers, George Black, Paul Black, Frank Black and Dale Black. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday in the David C. McEntire Funeral Home, Knox. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Bessie Maihle, retired United Methodist minister, officiating. Interment will follow in the Callensburg Cemetery. The Derrick - Feb. 26, 2004 via Thelma Kifer.

 

LOBAUGH, JEANNETTE MYRTLE (HENRY) -- Mrs. Jeannette M. Lobaugh of 418 High St., Freeport, died at 5 p.m. Saturday in the Allegheny Valley Hospital, Natrona Heights, after a six-week illness. She was 83. She was born in Sligo, Clarion County, Sept. 23, 1893, the daughter of Braden and Jane (Wensel) Henry. She was a member of the Freeport United Methodist Church and the Personal Workers Class of its Sunday school program. She also belonged to the church's Women's Society. She was a member of the Freeport Dames of Malta, the Freeport Order of the Eastern Star, the American Legion Auxiliary and the Allegheny Hospital Auxiliary. Surviving are her husband, David P. Lobaugh; and two brothers, Ira M. Henry of Ford City, and Lyle Henry of Steubenville, Ohio.

     LOBAUGH —  Friends of Mrs. Jeannette M. Lobaugh, who died Nov. 6, 1976, are being received at the Charles D. Fullerton Funeral Home, 324 4th ST., Freeport, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today. Service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Freeport United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dean E. Byrom officiating. Burial in the Rimersburg Cemetery will follow. Arrangements by Fullerton. Leader-Times, Kittanning, Pa.   Monday, Nov. 8, 1976. Transcription courtesy of Paul Kifer.

 

LOBAUGH, JOHN F.

 

LOBAUGH, MARTHA MAY (RAYER) — SLIGO - Martha May Lobaugh, 80, of Callensburg, died at 1:10 p.m. Wednesday in the Grandview Health Care Center, Warren. Born July 23, 1896, in Crestline, Ohio, she was the daughter of Cassius C. and Joanne Rare Rayer. In 1931, she was married to David Blain Lobaugh who preceded her in death in 1962. Mrs. Lobaugh had been a resident of Callensburg for 42 years.   She was a member of the Callensburg United Methodist Church. Surviving are four cousins, none from the Sligo area. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Helen. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm today at the Hawk Funeral Home where funeral services will be conducted at 2 pm Saturday by Rev. June Lingler, pastor of the Callensburg United Methodist Church. Interment will be in the Callensburg Cemetery. The Derrick - Friday, Dec. 10, 1976 -- Oil City, PA Submitted by Thelma Kifer.

 

LOBAUGH, MARY E. — wife of B.D. Lobaugh

 

LOBAUGH, NANCY — wife of Christopher.

 

LOBAUGH, PAUL LEONARD SLIGO - Paul Leonard (Tib) Lobaugh, Sr., 75, of Callensburg a retired ice cream plant manager, died unexpectedly at 10:40 pm Monday in his home of a heart attack. He was born at Alum Rock, January 23, 1900, a son of Alfred and Tillie Shaw Lobaugh.   He was married to the former Helen McCloskey who survives. Mr. Lobaugh had been a member of the former Callensburg Presbyterian Church. Surviving along with his wife, Mrs. Helen Lobaugh, are a son, Paul Lobaugh of Erie; a daughter, Mrs. James (Joan) Robertson of Charlotte Harbor, Fla.; three grandchildren, and a brother, John Lobaugh of Hazelwood, Mo. A brother, Reynolds Lobaugh, is deceased. The family will receive friends at the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo from 7 to 9 pm today. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Thursday in the funeral home with Pastor Del Wasser of the Callensburg United Methodist Church officiating.   Interment will be in the Callensburg Cemetery. The Derrick - Oil City, PA -- Wednesday, December 31, 1975 submitted by Thelma Kifer.

 

LOBAUGH, RAYMOND A. — Raymond A. Lobaugh, 79, of Main Street, Callensburg, died at 11:01 a.m. Sunday, July 23, 2006, in Beverly Healthcare-Shippenville, following a long illness. Born Nov. 17, 1926, in Callensburg, he was the son of Albert and Zora Baker Lobaugh. Mr. Lobaugh was a 1942 graduate of Sligo High School. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and was a life member of the Roy Calvin McGinnis VFW Post No. 7073 of Parker. Mr. Lobaugh worked for more than 40 years as a yard master for the Pennsylvania Railroad and the New York Central Railroad and at the time of his retirement, was employed by Conrail. He was a member of the Callensburg United Methodist Church. Mr. Lobaugh enjoyed golfing at High Level, along with hunting and fishing. He was married in Cumberland, Md., Sept. 21, 1951, to the former Helen McKaern, who survives. Also surviving are a number of nieces and nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews; and two cousins. In addition to his parents, Mr. Lobaugh was preceded in death by two brothers, Richard and William Lobaugh, and one sister, Gertrude Lobaugh. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Hile Funeral Home Inc., 802 Grove St., St. Petersburg. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with the Rev. Dan Myers, pastor of St. Petersburg United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Callensburg Cemetery. Full military honors will be accorded by the Parker VFW Post No. 7073 outside the funeral home following the services. The Derrick - July 24, 2006 submitted by Thelma Kifer.

LOBAUGH, SAMUEL C. — Samuel C. Lobaugh, who for twelve years served as postmaster of Harper [KY], is one of the successful men of Harper county. He is a native of the Keystone State, born on a farm in Clarion county, November 29, 1859, a son of David B. and Margaret (Miller) Lobaugh, both natives of Pennsylvania, where the father was a successful farmer, following that vocation throughout life, he died in 1858, at the age of forty-four. The mother passed away in 1878. They were the parents of ten children, five of whom are now living: John T., retired, Rimersburg, Pa.; Hannah R., the wife of Silas Murray, Callensburg, Pa.; Benjamin D., farmer, Farmington, Ohio; Samuel C., whose name introduces this sketch; Joseph M., a live stock commission man and president of the Blue Island State Bank, Chicago, Ills., and Sarah, Candass, Elizabeth, Olive and William, the latter five all deceased. Samuel C. Lobaugh received his education in the public schools of Pennsylvania, and Washington and Jefferson College, Washington, Pa., where he was graduated in the class of 1882, with the degree of Bachelor of Art. The following year he came to Kansas, locating at Harper, where he engaged in the real estate and loan business. He was successful in his business operations, and acquired considerable land in Harper county, and now owns one of the best improved farms in the county, which is located near Harper, and he also owns valuable farm lands in Sumner county, Kansas, and Texas. He has always been an active Republican, and served as chairman of the county central committee, and has been a delegate to several State and county conventions. He was appointed postmaster of Harper, by President McKinley, July 2, 1901, and reappointed by President Roosevelt, June 22, 1906, and by President Taft, June 2, 1910. He resigned the position May 1, 1914. Mr. Lobaugh was married, September 12, 1883, at Clarion, Pa., to Miss Belle D., daughter of Thomas H. and Jane (Wilson) Elliott, both natives of Pennsylvania. She was born at Clarion, Pa., July 2, 1860. Her father was born in Pennsylvania, January 11, 1809, died June 13, 1888, and her mother was born in the same State, February 13, 1813, and died May 16, 1894. Mr. and Mrs. Lobaugh came to Kansas immediately after their marriage, in fact, the journey was their wedding tour. They have one child, Paul Mateer, born at Harper, October 12, 1888. He graduated from the Harper High School, class of 1906, and entered the Kansas University at Lawrence, graduating from there in the class of 1910, with the degree of Bachelor of Art. He is now engaged in the banking business at Harper. Mr. Lobaugh is a Knights Templar Mason. Source: Transcribed from a supplemental volume of Kansas: a cyclopedia of state history, embracing events, institutions, industries, counties, cities, towns, prominent persons, etc. ... / with a supplementary volume devoted to selected personal history and reminiscence. Standard Pub. Co. Chicago : 1912. 3 v. in 4. : front., ill., ports.; 28 cm. Vols. I-II edited by Frank W. Blackmar. Transcribed October 2002 by Carolyn Ward. This volume is identified at the Kansas State Historical Society as microfilm LM196. It is a single volume 3.

LOBAUGH, WILLIAM (HOWE)

LOBAUGH, ZORA MAE (BAKER) -- SLIGO - Mrs. Zora Mae Lobaugh, 85, of Callensburg, wife of Albert Reed Lobaugh, died at 11:45 am Saturday in Grandview Extendicare of Clarion. Born in Pittsburgh August 28, 1890, she was a daughter of Hamilton Howe and Elizabeth Ann Louden Baker.   She had lived in Callensburg for the past 51 years. She was a member of the Callensburg United Methodist Church, the Women's Association of the church and the American Legion Auxillary in Rimersburg. She was married in 1923 to Albert Reed Lobaugh, who survives along with a daughter, Gertrude Lobaugh of Callensburg; three sons, Richard Lobaugh of Petersburg, Va., and Raymond and William Lobaugh of Callensburg; three grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Weltley Harkless of Sligo RD and Audrey Baker of Cooperstown. Two brothers, Howe and Henry, and two sister, Irene and Alta, predeceased. The family will receive friends at the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm today.   Funeral services will be held at 2 pm. Tuesday in the funeral home with Rev. Merwin Schwab of Sligo RD, retired United Methodist minister, officiating. Interment will be in the Callensburg Cemetery. The Derrick - Monday, August 16, 1976 - Oil City, PA

LOGUE, ALICE B.

LOGUE, ALTA LOUISE (WILSON) — SLIGO _ Funeral services will be held at 1:30 pm today in the Hawk Funeral Home at Sligo for Mrs. Alta L. Logue, 84, of Sligo, widow of Lyle C. Logue and a lifelong resident of Sligo. Mrs. Logue died at 8:30 pm Friday in her home. Rev. Elwin Shearer, pastor of the Sligo United Methodist Church, will officiate. Interment will be in the Grandview Cemetery at Sligo. Mrs. Logue was born June 29, 1889, at Cherry Run, Clarion County, a daughter of Franklin and Marcella Snyder Wilson. She was married in 1907 to Lyle C. Logue, who died April 18, 1965. Mrs. Logue was a member of the Sligo United Methodist Church and active for many years in church and community affairs. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. George (Lepha) Heeter of Clarion; a son. L. Dana Logue of Sligo; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; a sister. Mrs. Dean (Blanda) Stewart of Ben Avon, and a brother. John. Wilson of Cherry Run. Deceased are a daughter, Betty, and a son. Drew, along with four brothers and two sisters. Source: Derrick (Oil City, Pa), Mon., Nov. 26, 1973.   Pg 12 via Paul Kifer.

LOGUE, ANNA (SAYLOR)   (no obit currently available)

LOGUE, BETTY M.

LOGUE, COYLE ROWE  (no obit currently available)

LOGUE, DREW W.  (no obit currently available)

LOGUE, EDWARD EUGENE  (no obit currently available)

LOGUE, EVELYN (HEETER) (no obit currently available)

LOGUE, HOMER N. (no obit currently available)

LOGUE, J. FRANK (no obit currently available)

LOGUE, LYLE CHRISTY — Lyle C. Logue—One of Sligo’s leading citizens, Lyle C. Logue, is a native of this county, born in Beaver Township June 27, 1889, the son of Homer N. and Mary E. Rowe Logue. He was one of a family of four children, brothers, Palmer A. Logue and Coyle R. Logue and a younger sister, Mrs. Marjorie M. Logue Woods. When Mr. Logue was about a year old, his father’s interest in oil well production induced him to move to McKees Rocks. However, because of his health, in a few years he bought a farm in Sligo Borough and moved back to Clarion County.  In 1896 the elder Mr. Logue entered the cemetery monument business. The first monuments were made of marble, cut out by hand. At the early age of eleven, Lyle Logue began to learn this trade. The first little shop was built near the farm buildings. Later a new shop was built along Route 68 where Gallaghers Market now stands. About 1920 the establishment was moved to the opposite side of the street three blocks further North where it is still located.  Father and son continued to operate under the name of Logue and Son until the death of Homer Logue in 1926. The firm has operated under the same name for four generations. A son, L. Dana Logue, joined his father and continues to operate the firm since his father’s retirement in 1947. The year 1964 brings the fourth generation to light as son Dana Logue, Jr. now joins his father.  During World War I, Mr. Logue bought several country coal banks where he supervised the deep mining of coal. In the early 1930’s his interests extended to Christmas trees which as of today comprise about a million trees. Some of the land purchased for this venture was found to be underlined with coal and several strip mining operations are being conducted.  Beside his business activities, he is a member of the Sligo Methodist Church, the Masonic Blue Lodge of Clarion, the Coudersort Consistory and the Syria Mosque Shrine in Pittsburgh. He also served as the first president of the Sligo Volunteer Fire Company. Mr. Logue served on the Clarion County Ration Board during World War II for which he received a citation from President Roosevelt. Due to the generosity of Mr. and Mrs. Logue the community of Sligo has the beautiful auditorium, the Logue Memorial, which was added to the new High School shortly after its construction in the early 30’s. The gift was made in memory of their son Drew W. Logue. Mr. Logue also donated the land and established the Grandview Cemetery in 1931. He provided an endowment fund for its perpetual care. Lyle C. Logue and the former Alta L. Wilson of Parkers Landing were married in 1907. They had two daughters and two sons, Leapha L. Logue Heeter of Clarion; Drew W. Logue and Betty M. Logue, deceased; and L. Dana Logue of Sligo. There are six grandchildren. Source: Reproduction of Caldwell's Illustrated Atlas of Clarion County Pennsylvania 1877 with supplemental data to 1964. Limited edition edited by Record Press, Rimersburg, PA. Page 239 via Pat Wiencek.
      SLIGO - Lyle C. Logue, a leading citizen of Sligo, died suddenly following a lingering illness of several months. A Clarion County native, he was born in Beaver Township June 27, 1889, the son of Homer and Mary E. Rowe Logue. He married Alta L. Wilson of Parkers Landing in 1907. She survives. For many years Mr. Logue operated the Logue and Son Granite Works, retiring in 1947   He has been associated with numerous other activities taking a minor part since his retirement. Mr. Logue was a member of the Sligo Methodist Church, the Blue Lodge of Clarion, the Coudersport Consistory and the Syria Mosque of Pittsburgh. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Mrs. George (Lepha) Logue Heeter of Clarion; a son, L. Dana Logue of Sligo; a brother, Coyle of Clarion; six grandchildren. Two children, Drew W. Logue and Betty M Logue, preceded him in death. Funeral arrangements are in charge of the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo. Source: Derrick (Oil City, Pa), Mon. April 19, 1965.   Pg 20 via Paul Kifer.

LOGUE, LYLE DANA -- Lyle Dana Logue Sr., 79, of Cooksburg, died at 6:15 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, 2000, at Northwest Medical Center in Franklin. Born Dec. 6, 1921, in Sligo, he was a son of Lyle Christy and Alta WILSON Logue. A local businessman, he was active in the family businesses, Logue and Son Monuments, Logue Evergreen Farms and Logue Timber and Real Estate, until his death. Mr. Logue attended Duke University and was in the Army Specialist Training Program at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and at Boston College. He was a decorated infantry combat veteran of the U.S. Army's 78th Division during World War II. He saw action at the Battle of the Bulge and in the first crossing of the Rhine at Remagen. Mr. Logue was of the Methodist faith. He was a member of the Clarion Masonic Blue Lodge and the Coudersport Consistory, where he received his 32nd Degree. He had served on the Union School District Board of Education. Mr. Logue was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was married Sept. 14, 1942, to the former Charlotte HENDERSON, who survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Alta Louise Logue of Clarion; four sons, L. Dana Logue Jr. of Sligo, Drew Logue of Modesto, Calif., Lance Logue of Cooksburg and Leif Logue of Clarion; nine grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren. In addition to his parents, Mr. Logue was preceded in death by two sisters, Betty Logue and Lepha L. HEETER; and a brother, Drew Logue. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Varner Funeral Home in Sligo. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Bessie Maihle, pastor of Sligo United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery in Sligo. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Sligo United Methodist Church, Sligo, 16255.

 

LOGUE, MARY E. (ROWE)

 

LOGUE, PARMER ANDREWParmer Andrew Logue was born near Knox on  February 9, 1884, the son of Homer N. and Mary E.  Logue.  He died September 26, 1945, in Kittanning  hospital as the result of injuries sustained when he  fell from a drilling rig on an oil lease near Kittanning. Before resuming drilling activities, he had been  janitor of Sligo high school for nine years. His  effable nature made him a great favorite in the  community and his unusual popularity with students  was attested by the many floral tributes from various  classes and athletic associations. Mr. Logue was united in marriage with Ada Belle  Salyards on October 3, 1900. They were looking  forward to celebrating their 45th wedding anniversary  when he died.  He is survived by his wife and the following  children: Eugene E., Salem, Ohio; Grila M. Roberts,  Lancaster; Romaine G. Davis, Greenville; Homer N.,  USNS., Winifred A. Sellers, Lima, Ohio; and Beth  L. Frederick, Waynesburg, Pa.  A sister, Marjorie  M. Woods, New Bethlehem, two brothers, Coyle B.,  Clarion, Lyle C., and seven grandchildren, also  survive him. Funeral services were held September 28 at two  o'clock at the Hawk Funeral Home, Sligo, with the  officiating minister, Rev. L.D. Wolf, pastor of the  Church of the Nazarene, assisted by a son-in-law,  Rev. Robert E. Frederick.  Internment was in the  Sligo cemetery.

     SLIGO MAN IS KILLED BY FALL FROM RIG Parmer A. Logue, 61, well known resident of  Sligo, died Wednesday morning, September 26,  1945, in the Kittanning hospital, as the result of  injuries sustained last Saturday when he fell from a  drilling rig on an oil lease, near Kittanning. He was born at Sligo, the son of the late Homer  N. and Mary Rowe Logue. Before resuming drilling activities Mr. Logue had  been janitor of Sligo high school for several years.  This affable nature made him a great favorite in the  community and his unusual popularity with school  students was attested by the many floral tributes  from various classes and athletic associations.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Ada B. (Salyards)  Logue, four daughters, Mrs. Maxwell Roberts of  Lancaster, Mrs. Chester Davis of Greenville, Mrs.  Robert Sellers of Lenia, Ohio, and Mrs. Robert  Frederick of Waynesburg; two sons, Edward E.  Logue of Salem, Ohio, and Homer N. Logue of  Sharpsville, a sister, Mrs. Eugene Woods of New  Bethlehem; and two brothers, Lyle C. Logue of Sligo  and Coyle R. Logue of Clarion. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Friday at  the Hawk funeral home, Sligo, with Rev. L. D.  Wolfe, pastor of the Church of the Nazarene,  officiating, and interment was in Sligo cemetery.


LOGUE, SHERIDAN (no obit currently available)

LOGUE, SCHUYLER (SKYLER)

 

LONG, DAVID MYERS — David Myers Long, 76, known throughout a large part of Venango Co. And adjoining districts as the owner of the automobile sales agency and hardware business died at his home in Emlenton at 4:30 p.m. Friday afternoon after an illness of several months. Mr. Long had been in ill health since last August. He had many acquaintances throughout this section. He had been a merchant in Emlenton for many years and his establishment there progressed from horse carriage business to an auto sales agency as the horse and buggy era gave way to the automobile. He was born May 20, 1861, at Reidsburg, a son of Joseph Carson Long and Sarah Myers Long. He married Miss Bertie Hindman Fulton at Reidsburgh, Dec 16, 1890 and moved to Emlenton 44 years ago. He was a member of the Emlenton Presbyterian Church and took part in all its activities. His wife preceded him in death on April 16, 1928. He is survived by two children, Mrs. Ethel Breckenridge Hunter and George E. Long, both of Emlenton; one grandson, George E. Long, Jr., of Emlenton and one brother, J. Fremont Long of Lima, OH. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday afternoon at the late home with Rev. J. V. Koontz, pastor of the Emlenton Presbyterian Church, officiating, assisted by Rev. J. B. Edwards, pastor of the Emlenton Methodist Episcopal Church. The Derrick - March 6, 1937

 

 

LOVE, EVELYN (KUNSELMAN) — Evelyn M. Love, 87, of Shippenville, formerly of Sligo, died Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 2, 2008, in the intensive care unit of the Clarion Hospital. The Varner Funeral Home of Sligo is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published Thursday in The Derrick. Derrick, Dec. 3, 2008

      Evalyn M. Love, 87, of 104 S. Third St., Shippenville, formerly of the Sligo area, died at 3 p..m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008, in the intensive care unit of the Clarion Hospital. Born May 7, 1921, in Licking Township, Clarion County, she was a daughter of John and Leora Kline Kunselman. Mrs. Love was a homemaker and a devout wife, mother and grandmother. She was a member of the Callensburg United Methodist Church and attended the Shippenville United Methodist Church since residing in Shippenville. She was married July 23, 1943, to Ralph E. Love, who survives. Survivors also include a daughter and her husband, Barbara and Kimball McDowell of Boynton Beach, Fla.; a son and his wife, John and Jackie Love of Shippenville; and four grandchildren, Jonathan Love of Pittsburgh, Jillian Love of Shippenville and Matthew McDowell and Micah McDowell, both of Florida. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Varner Funeral Home in Sligo. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. Betsy Cooper, pastor of the Shippenville United Methodist Church, and the Rev. Ken Hughes, associate pastor of the Callensburg United Methodist Church, co-officiating. Interment will be in Callensburg Cemetery. The Derrick - Thursday, December 4, 2008

 

LOVE, GEORGE CLARK — Services in memory of George Clark Love were held last Friday in Sligo at the Guy M. Hawk Funeral Home, the Rev. Paul Dunlap, pastor of the Sligo Methodist Church, assisted by the Rev. J.C. Himes, of the Rimersburg Methodist church, officiating. Military services at the graveside were conducted by the Elliott-Gathers-McKee Post No. 149. The chaplain was George W. Green and the honorary guards, John Kinney and Dean Henry. Bearers for interment in the Sligo cemetery were: Albert Henry, George Walls, Clarence Siehl, William Benn, Edward Sedgwick, and Dean Simpson. Submitted by Pamela Grewell. Source: 8/16/1951 Derrick.

 

LOVE, JOHN HEATH

 

LOVE, MARY LEONA (DIVINS) -- Mary Leona Love, 79, of Strattanville, Clarion Township, died at 12:10 p.m. Wednesday, April 11, 2001, in Jefferson Manor Nursing Home, Brookville. Born Sept. 24, 1921, in Sligo, she was a daughter of Thomas E. and Elva I. THOMPSON DIVINS. She was married Nov. 18, 1945, to Donald E. Love, who survives. Mrs. Love and her husband owned and operated Love's Clarion Greenhouse for 45 years, from 1954 to 1999. Prior to that, she had been secretary to the superintendent of the Clarion County Schools. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Clarion and the United Methodist Women of the church. She also was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Owens-Illinois Glass Plant, Clarion. Mrs. Love enjoyed playing 500 in a local women's card club. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are four children, Paul D. Love of Mentor, Ohio, Dennis R. Love of Davidsonville, Md., Carol S. STOLZENBACH of Cranberry Township and Mary K. HORNER of Clarion; and 13 grandchildren. She also is survived by a brother-in-law, Louis ARCOVIO of Erie; and a sister-in-law, Jane Divins of Perrysville. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Love was preceded in death by two brothers, Thomas Divins and Robert Divins; and three sisters, Caroline Divins, Jean SERVEY and Norma Arcovio. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home, Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Arnie Rhoads, pastor of the First United Methodist Church of Clarion, officiating. Interment will be in Clarion Cemetery. 4/12/2001 Derrick.

 

LOVE, NANCY E. (McKEE) Mrs. Nancy E. (McKee) was born at Coolspring, Jefferson County, February 9, 1845, and died at her home in Callensburg June 14, 1915. Funeral services were held from her late home Wednesday, June 16, 1915, by her pastor, Rev. Crawford, assisted by Rev. Lothian. Interment was made in the Callensburg cemetery beside her husband. Mrs. Love was married to John H. Love, dec'd., of Heathville, August 30, 1865. To this union were born nine children, two of whom died in infancy. Mrs. Love's seven children are left to mourn their loss. The children are: Mrs. S.C. Edeburn, Brookville; Mrs. C.W. Hall, Cowansville; Mrs. N.F. Burch, Robison, Ill.; Mrs. W.S. Oppelt, Sligo; Mrs. F.N. Miller, East Brady; Mrs. H.L. McCoy, Newark, O.; J. Reed Love, Callensburg. Three sisters, one brother, 30 grandchildren and two great grandchildren also survive her. Mrs. Love joined the Presbyterian Church when a child and continued a just, upright, helpful and consistent Christian, beloved and trusted by all who knew her. Source: Clarion Democrat, July 1, 1915.

 

LOVE, NELLIE EDNA (CLARK)

 

LOWE, JAMES ELMER — 9/12/1918 Clarion Democrat - War Casualties - Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Lowe, of Sligo, have received word that their son, Elmer Lowe, was killed in action in France.

 

LOWE, SARAH BELLE (SANKEY) - Following an illness of over eight months, Mrs. D. E. Lowe died on Saturday morning, July 13, 1929, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ethel Wyman, at Vandergrift. Mrs. Lowe was born December 24, 1865 at Sligo and has been a lifelong resident of this place. On November 13, 1884 she was married to D. E. Lowe who survives her together with five children: Mrs. Ethel Wyman, of Vandergrift; Mrs. Edna Hoover of Knoxville; Mrs. Julia Callen and Russell Lowe, of Sligo, and Mrs. Hazel Chick, of Pittsburgh. She was preceded in death during the World War by a son, James Elmer, who was killed in France. She bore her suffering with the fortitude of one who knew and trusted in the hope of immortal life. She was a true faithful, devout Christian character a member of the M. E. church from childhood, a beloved wife and devoted mother, and will be sadly missed form the realm in which she reigned. The body was brought to her late home at Sligo from which funeral services in her memory were conducted Tuesday afternoon by her pastor, Rev. Milton Thomas, assisted by Rev. McCoy. Interment in the Sligo cemetery. The many and beautiful floral tributes were silent tokens of love and esteem from many friends. Clarion Democrat (July 25, 1929)

 

LOWERS, HARRY O. — Harry O. Lowers, 84, formerly of 2016 Route 58, Sligo, died at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 14, 2008 at Adams Lane Care Center in Zanesville, Ohio. Born March 27, 1924, in Shippenville, he was the son of Richard and Regina Betz Lowers. Mr. Lowers was married Feb. 5, 1955, to the former Esther Seybert, and she survives in Zanesville. He was employed for U.S. Corrugated Box Plant in Knox for 25 years, and retired in 1975. While in Sligo, he was a member of Callensburg Church of God and also attended Baker Street Church of God in Rimersburg. Mr. Lowers enjoyed doing puzzle books. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Harry D. Lowers of Dover, Ohio and Richard L. Lowers of Zanesville; and four granddaughters, Marti, Bethany, Abigail and Charis Lowers of Nashport, Ohio. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Varner Funeral Home in Sligo. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday from the Callensburg Church of God with the Rev. Larry Rapp, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in Rimersburg Cemetery. Source: Derrick.

 

LOWERS, MARY L. (FINEFROCK) — Mary L. Lowers Clarion native, survived by 32 family members SLIGO--Mary L. Lowers, 88, of Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center near Sligo, formerly of Karns City, died at 7:25 p.m. Friday, January 28, 2000, in the center. Born August 16, 1911, in Clarion, she was the daughter of Leslie and Ida FINEFROCK. She was married October 12, 1928, to Clarence "Pete" Lowers, who died January 21, 1986. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Thelma MILLER of Karns City, Norma MYERS of Butler and Lulubelle (Mrs. Grover Jr.) HARTZELL of Knox; eight grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. Also surviving are a sister, Mrs. Gertrude NUGENT of Knox; and a brother, Woodrow Finefrock of Sligo. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Lowers was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. Services were held at 3 p.m. Sunday, January 30, in the Thomas M. Steighner Funeral Home in Chicora. The Rev. Jeffrey Lonsinger, pastor of Faith Fellowship Alliance Church in Butler, officiated. Burial was in Bear Creek Cemetery in Petrolia. Clarion News, Thursday, February 3, 2000

 

LUCAS, FREDERICK JR. — Frederick Lucas Jr. -- Shaler - Services were held Monday evening for Frederick Lucas Jr., 52, who died Saturday, June 4, 1983, in North Hills Passavant Hospital. A veteran of the Korean War, he was a salesman for Pittsburgh Cut Flower Company. Mr. Lucas was a member of Elfinwild Presbyterian Church, Swissvale Lodge 656 F&AM and Syria Temple. He is survived by his parents, Gertrude Etherson and A.F. Lucas, Sr.; and a sister, Darlene Adams. He also was the nephew of Evelyn Anderson and J.W. Johnson. Burial was in Grandview Cemetery, Sligo, Pa. Source: 6/7/1983 North Hills News Record, Warrendale, Pa.

 

LYON, EDWARD WEST -- b. Sligo, Clarion Co., Jan. 15, 1858; gen. ed. Freshman; gold mining. Sigma Chi. Source: The Men of Lafayette, 1828-1893 by Selden Jennings Coffin. *Note: Son of John Patton & Westina Lyon.

 

 

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