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McANINCH, JENNIE (MYERS) — Mrs. Jennie Myers McAninch departed this life at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Mary Cribbs, near Bolivar, Missouri, March 29, 1912, in her 92d year. She was the youngest daughter of Valentine and Linnie Coy Myers, and was born near Sligo, this county, August 25, 1820. She united with Licking Presbyterian church at the age of 15 during the pastorate of Rev. John Core and had lived a consistent Christian life the remainder of her life. In the year 1842 she was united in marriage with Lewis McAninch. To this union were born nine children six of whom preceded her to the other world leaving three surviving: R.G., of Manhattan, Kan., Mrs. Marry Cribbs, Bolivar, Mo., and Dr. D.L. McAninch, Lamartine, Pa. Nineteen grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren also survive. She retained all her faculties to the last being able to read for two hours at a time within a few weeks of her death. Just a short time before she died she sang "My Latest Sun Is Sinking Fast," which was one of her favorite hymns. Source: Clarion Democrat April 11, 1912. Submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McBRIDE, JAMES C. -- James C. McBride, a veteran of the Civil War, was born in Center county, Pa., Jan. 14, 1823, died at the home of Miles Baker, Perry township, November 16th, 1899, aged over 76 years. Sixty-one years ago Oct. 14th with his parents he crossed the mountains on their way to Clarion county and located at Curllsville, where he has made his home ever since. At the beginning of the war he enlisted in Co. C. 78 P.V. for three years. His wife died nearly fifty years ago leaving three children, all dead except Mrs. Philip Over who helped to care for him during his lingering sickness. He was the last of nine children and the oldest of them all. Clarion Republican 11/23/1899.

McBRIDE, THOMAS — T. McBRIDE, 78, Of Sligo Dies Saturday — SLIGO - Thomas McBride, 78, of Sligo died at 2:10 p.m. Saturday in the Kittanning Hospital. He was born May 13, 1892 at Cushion, Okla., a son of William B. and Anna Fallen McBride. He was married to Ethel Margaret Sulton, who survives. Mr. McBride was a member of the Regular Baptist Church at Reidsburg. He was a veteran of World War I, having served with the US Army, Rainbow Division in France and a member of the VFW Post 415, New Bethlehem. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Thomas McBride of Buffalo, N.Y.; four daughters, Mrs. Ruth Confer of Buffalo, N.Y., Mrs. Leonard (Helen) Ruffo of Rockford, Ill., Mrs. Francis (Betty) Engelkes of Rockford, Ill., and Mrs. Leo (Shelby Jean) Dixon of Campbell, N.Y.; nine grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Rowe of Buffalo, N.Y., and Mrs. Lorie Flint of New Creek, W.Va. One brother preceded him in death. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm today at the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the home with Rev. Rayburn Nulph, pastor of the Regular Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Sligo Cemetery. 4/27/1970 Oil City Derrick

McCALL, A. MILES — Miles McCall of Toby Township died at his home Thursday morning May 9, 1907, aged 58y 11m and 11d. Mr. McCall was born and raised in the vicinity of where he died and lived practically all of his life in Toby township. He was therefore well known and commanded the respect of all in that neighborhood, as well as of all who knew him. He is survived by his wife and four sons and five daughters, to whom is extended the sympathy of the entire community in their bereavement. Funeral services were held at Concord church Saturday, Rev. A. P. Bittinger officiating, and the interment was made in the adjoining cemetery. Clarion Democrat, 16 May 1907

McCALL, ADA JANE (FAIR)

McCALL, ADAM GUY

McCALL, ALEXANDER 1817-1889

McCALL, ALLEN D.

McCALL, ALLEN WALKER — W. A. McCall, one of the prominent citizens of Perry township, died at his home March 13, aged 69 years, 9 months and 2 days, after an illness of three years caused by a fractured leg from the kick of a horse. During all this period he was confined to his bed, but was always patient and uncomplaining. Mr. McCall was the 15th chil of a family of 16. He was born June 11, 1838 and was raised and has always lived on the farm owned by his father, Robert McCall Sr., who was one of the pioneers of Western Pennsylvania. One brother, Robert McCall Jr., of Oklahoma, and one sister, Mrs. Wm. Stewart, formerly of Cherry Run, survive. He was married to Miss Rebecca Knox, and 7 children blessed this union, 6 of whom survive, as follows: Miss Myrtle, at home; Mrs. W. H. Kennedy, Oblong, Ill., Addison, Chase, Oklahoma; Mrs. Thomas Hartman, Primrose, PA; Melvin B., at home, and Clyde, of Oklahoma. His wife died a number of years ago, leaving him to fight life's battles with the motherly help of Miss Myrtle. Deceased was a member of the Concord Presbyterian Church, a man who kept his own counsel, generous to a fault and just in all his dealings with his fellow man. By his death the community loses a good citizen and a true friend. The family has the sympathy of the entire community. Funeral services were conducted at Concord church by Rev. Blacker on Monday afternoon, March 16, and interment was made in the cemetery at that place. Clarion Democrat, 26 Mar 1908

McCALL, ALONZO

McCALL, ANNA CATHERINE (SHOUP) — Mrs. Anna Catherine McCall, Rimersburg, died on Feb. 27 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Elmer Somerville, where she had made her home for the past four years. Mrs. McCall had suffered a lingering illness. She was born Dec. 14, 1870 in Madison Twp., Clarion Co., the daughter of Adam and Caroline Bonnett Shoup. She lived near this community her entire life. She was married on March 23, 1893 to Chalmers H. McCall who survives. Other survivors include two sons and one daughter, Guy McCall, Clarion RD; Ross McCall, Rimersburg RD1; and Mrs. Somerville at whose home she died. Two brothers, Harvey Shoup, Pittsburgh and Wallace Shoup, Rimersburg, 11 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren also survive. Mrs. McCall was a member of the United Presbyterian Church of Cherry Run. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Eugene Wetzel in the Hawk Funeral Home, Sligo, at 2 pm Wednesday. Interment was in Rimersburg cemetery.

McCALL, ANNA CECELIA (CRAIG) - md/div Clyde B. McCall

McCALL, BENJAMIN MYRL — B.M. McCall Dies at 79 In Hospital -- RIMERSBURG - Benjamin M. McCall, 79, of Rimersburg RD2, died Wednesday morning in the Butler County Memorial Hospital after a short illness. A life-long resident of Toby Township, Clarion County, he was born August 29, 1885, the son of Miles and Lucinda Grossman McCall. In 1906, he was married to Wilda Keller, who preceded him in death in 1955. Surviving are the following children: Mrs. C.W. (Elizabeth) Shearer of Cooperstown, Mrs. Oscar (Millie) Stephens of Parker RD1, Miss Elsie McCall of Rockford, Ill, Mrs. R.E. (Mildred) Phillips of Sharon, Thomas of Emlenton RD3, Clarence of Duke Center, Miles of Aliquippa, Woodrow of Warren, Ohio, Milton of San Bernardino, Calif., and Oscar R. of Emlenton RD2, a brother H.W.B. McCall of RImersburg RD, three sisters: Mrs. Maude Myers of Rimersburg, Mrs. Arthur McKee of Rimersburg RD and Mrs. George Scott of Millvale; 22 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A son, Wilbur, two brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. Friends will be received at the Ronald W. Moore Funeral Home in Rimersburg until noon Saturday. The body will be removed to the Concord United Presbyterian Church. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday. Rev. Albert E. Siemon will officiate. Interment will be in the Concord Cemetery. Source: Derrick, Friday, 3/19/1965

McCALL, BIRDIE F. (SLOAN) — McCALL, BIRDIE F. (SLOAN) -- Former Parker Woman, 87, Succumbs -- Parker - Mrs. Birdie F. Sloan McCall, 87, formerly of Parker RD, died Friday following a lingering illness in the Fleckenger Rest Home in Meadville. She was the widow of Burton McCall. A native of Clarion County, she was born Feb. 2, 1872, a daughter of the late Samuel and Rebecca Davis Sloan. She married Mr. McCall Aug. 15, 1899. He died in December of 1950. She was a member of the Concord Presbyterian Church near Rimersburg. She is survived by three sons, Burton McCall of Parker RD, Raymond McCall of West Virginia and John McCall of Parker and Washington DC; one daughter, Mrs. Florence Kerr of Meadville, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The body was removed to the Hawks Funeral Home in Sligo. Oil City Derrick, Tuesday, June 2, 1959

McCALL, BRAINERD B.

McCALL, BURTON 1870-1950

McCALL, BURTON 1902-1975

McCALL, BYRON FLOYD — B.F. McCall Dies in Butler Hospital. SLIGO - Byron F. McCall of Parker, RD1, died suddenly at 5 p.m. Sunday in the Butler County Memorial Hospital. The Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo is in charge of funeral arrangements. A complete obituary will be published in Tuesday's Derrick. - June 1, 1970 Oil City Derrick.

McCALL, CARL VINCENT — Carl V. McCall, 82, of 1301 Licking St., Sligo, died at 8:40 a.m., Wednesday morning, July 9, 2008, at Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born Feb. 3, 1926, in Sligo, he was the son of Ross McCall and Mae Craig McCall. Carl McCall graduated from Sligo High School in 1944. He was married, March 10, 1962, to and is survived by his wife, Vivian Horner McCall. Mr. McCall was affiliated with the Sligo Church of the Nazarene. Mr. McCall's hobbies included hunting, fishing and especially farming. He was a member of the Sligo Lions Club and served on the Sligo Boro council for many years. Mr. McCall was employed by McCall Packing & Gourley Packing. He was then self-employed as an insurance agent for State Farm Insurance Company from May 15, 1965, through July 31, 1995. Also surviving are six children, daughter Kerry and husband Tony Sobietro, of Rochester N.Y., son Ken McCall of Brisbane, Calif., son Keith McCall and wife Linda of Boalsburg, son Kevin McCall and wife Theres, of Rimersburg, son, Karl McCall and wife Shelly of Rimersburg, son Kerby and wife Sherri of Bemus Point, N.Y.; 12 grandchildren, Kelly, Brian, Daniel, Douglas, Malora, Kara, Kane, Nick, Leigha, Kaylee, Alyson and Kolden; and three great-grandchildren. Mr. McCall is also survived by two brothers and two sisters, Craig McCall and wife Lois of Hilton Head, S.C., Don McCall and wife Dorothy of Sligo, Ella Henry of Sligo, Esther and husband Clyde Myers Jr. of Sligo; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. McCall was preceded in death by an infant sister, Sylvia, and a brother-in-law, Gene Henry. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday and until 2 p.m. Saturday at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home, Main Street, Rimersburg. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Richard D. Hillis Funeral Home, Rimersburg with the Rev. John Pannaton of the Sligo Church of the Nazarene officiating. Interment will follow in the Rimersburg Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the Sligo Church of the Nazarene or the Southern Clarion County Ambulance Association. The Derrick - Thursday, July 10, 2008 pic: http://www.rootsweb.com/~pacpiney/People/mccall,%20carl%20v.jpg

McCALL, CHALMERS H. — Chalmers McCall, 86, a retired farmer, died December 17 at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Elmer Summerville, Rimersburg, RD. A resident of Piney and Toby townships for his entire life, Mr. McCall was the son of William and Clarissa Steele McCall. He was born March 16, 1869. His wife, the former Anna Kathryn Shoup, died one year ago. Surviving are one daughter and two sons, Mrs. Summervile, Guy, Clarion RD, and Ross, Rimersburg RD. Eleven grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren also survive. Services were held in the Hawk Funeral Home by the Rev. Eugene Wetzel of the Reformed church in Rimersburg, interment was in the Rimersburg Cemetery.

McCALL, CHARLES A. (“IMER”) — KNOX – Charles A. McCall, 74, of Parker RD died at 3 a.m. Friday in the McKinley Convalescent Home in Chicora after an extended illness. He was born in Salem Township, Clarion County, on March 16, 1887, the son of the late John and Harriett McCall. Mr. McCall served as a member of the Perry Township School Board for 25 years and was retired from the Northern Pipe Line Company after 42 years of service. Mr. McCall also was a member of the F. & A.M Canby Lodge 520 of St. Petersburg, Oil City Lodge of Perfection and the New Castle Consistory. He was superintendent of the Sunday School of the Perryville Methodist Church, lay leader ad an active church member for many years. Mr. McCall is survived by his wife, the former Lottie Stull; a son Ward, of Rochester, N.Y., three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren, and two nephews. Friends may call at anytime in the Stuart Funeral Home in Knox. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 pm today and from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm Sunday. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 pm Monday in the funeral home. Rev. Mervin Schwaub, Methodist minister, will officiate and interment will be made in the Perryville Cemetery. The Derrick, Oil City, PA. Saturday, Nov 18, 1961. Pg 8. Transcription courtesy of Paul Kifer.

McCALL, CLARISSA (STEELE)

McCALL, DELILAH (BARGER)

McCALL, DELILAH (SYBERT)

McCALL, DELLA A.

McCALL, DONALD ALEC — Donald "Alec" McCall, 68, formerly of New Bethlehem, died at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, 2003, in his home, 7145 Philipsburg-Bigler Highway, West Decatur. Born May 28, 1935, in Curllsville, Clarion County, he was the son of Leslie and Mae Yates McCall. Mr. McCall served in the U.S. Army in peacetime. He retired from the International Union of Operating Engineers Local No. 66 of Pittsburgh. Mr. McCall was a member of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Williamsport, the Free & Accepted Masons Lodge No. 391 in Philipsburg and the Tall Cedars of Lebanon at State College. He also was a member of the B.P.O. Elks Lodge No. 1173 of Philipsburg. Mr. McCall was a Protestant. He was married Sept. 16, 1964, to Karen Miller, who survives. Also surviving are a brother, Clinton McCall of Clarion; three nieces; and two nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. McCall was preceded in death by two brothers, Leslie McCall and Jack McCall; and a sister, Anna Mae Swartfager. Friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday in the Charles D. Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Roger A. Smith officiating. Interment will be in Kellersburg Cemetery at Kellersburg, Madison Township, Armstrong County.

McCALL, DORCUS M. (CRISPEN) — Dorcus M. Crispen McCall, 71, of Parker, died Monday morning, Nov. 24, 2003, at Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Sligo, following an illness. Born Dec. 8, 1931, she was the daughter of Charles E. and Gertrude (Guntrum) Crispen. Mrs. McCall worked for 12 years at the former elementary school in Parker City and retired after a number of years of service with Beckwith Machinery at Shippenville. She also served eight years as a water and sewage fee collector for the city of Parker. She was a member of the Parker United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women and the Friendship Sunday school class. She also was a member and past president of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Parker City Volunteer Fire Department and a former member of the Ladies Auxiliary of American Legion Post No. 598 of Parker. She married was married on May 15, 1951, to William Russell McCall Sr., who preceded her in death on April 12, 1993. Surviving are a daughter, Tracie Gillespie of Columbia, S.C.; two sons, William R. McCall Jr. and Dale R. McCall, both of Parker; her dear friend and companion, Roy Grove of Parker; six grandchildren, Angie Killion of Richmond, Va., Kelly Wilkins of Stephenson, Va., Tricia Phillips of Parker, Ray and Codie Gillespie of Columbia, and William R. McCall III of Parker; five great-grandchildren; three sisters, Marion Forinash and her husband, Wilbert, of Ireland, W.Va., Connie Collier and her husband, Harold, of Chicora, and Jeanie Miller and her husband, Robert, of Parker RD 2; and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, a sister and a brother. Friends called from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday,November 26, 2003 at the H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home Inc., Wayne Street, Parker. Funeral services were held at 9 p.m. Wednesday, November 26, 2003 at the funeral home with the Rev. David Bowman, pastor of Parker United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial was in Parker Presbyterian Cemetery.

McCALL, HARRY AUGUSTA — H. McCall, Parker RD Resident, Dies — PARKER - Harry Augusta McCall of Parker RD1 died early Monday in the Clarion Hospital after a lingering illness. Born September 10, 1894, in Perry Township, Parker RD1, he was a son of the late Edward and Hattie MacIlwain McCall. He married Katherine Cook who survives. Mr. McCall was a former member of the Concord Presbyterian Church and was a retired employee of Knox Glass Co., retiring in 1963. Surviving are a daughter, Katherine Jane McCall, and several nieces and nephews. A brother and a sister preceded him in death. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today at the R. F. Criswell Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with Rev. Frank Tulak, pastor of the W. Freedom Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Perryville Cemetery, Parker RD1. Source: June 13, 1972 Oil City Derrick

McCALL, HARRY WESLEY — Harry McCall, 86, Succumbs at Son's Home — SLIGO - Harry Wesley McCall, 86, of West Freedom, Parker RD1, died at the home of his son, Raymond, at 9 p.m. Wednesday. Born March 16, 1883, in Perry Township, Clarion County, he was the son of Robert and Amanda Stephens McCall. He was the last surviving member of his family. Mr. McCall was married to Lydia Arminta Thompson, who died in January, 1957. Surviving are two sons and two daughters: Brainerd, of Sligo RD1; Mrs. Cliff (Ellen) Dunlap, Callensburg; Mrs. Harry (Melda) Hogan, New Kensington; eight grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by four sisters and one brother. Friends are being received at the Hawk Funeral Home, Sligo, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 pm Saturday from the funeral home with Rev. Edward McKee, pastor of the Clintonville Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in Concord Cemetery. 4/18/1969 Derrick. Submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, HAZEL M. (BASHLINE) — KNOX - Mrs. Hazel M. McCall, 85, a long-time Toby Township resident and wife of Adam Guy McCall, died Friday night, April 18, 1980, following a short illness. Born March 8, 1895, in Porter Township, she was the daughter of Frank and Emma Myers Bashline. She was married June 3, 1914, to Adam Guy McCall, who survives. Mr. and Mrs. McCall owned and operated a large farm in Toby Township for 50 years. During that time, she also taught school. While a resident of that area, Mrs. McCall was a member of the United Presbyterian Church of Toby Township. She taught Sunday School in that church for 45 years. The McCalls moved from the farm 28 years ago and relocated to Clarion RD. They later moved to Shippenville. In Shippenville, Mrs. McCall joined the United Methodist Church and the Women's Missionary Society of that church. She also belonged to the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) chapter, joining in 1960. In addition to her husband, she is survived by: four daughters, Mrs. Fenton (Kathryn) Wyncoop of Clarion, Mrs. Harry (Virginia) Curll of Sligo RD 1, Mrs. Arthur (Guyla) Magness of New Bethlehem RD2, and Mrs. Arnold (Helen) Schreckengost of Shippenville; a sister, Mrs. Iola Dovenspike of Rimersburg RD; 16 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Preceding her in death were: a son, Ralph McCall, in 1964; a daughter, Mrs. Mary Cunningham in 1976; a sister, and four brothers. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Roy P. Stuart Funeral Home, Knox, with Rev. William Smith, pastor of the United Methodist Church of Shippenville, officiating. Interment was in the Rimersburg cemetery. Submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, HENRY WARD BEECHER — H. McCall Succumbs at Age 83 -- RIMERSBURG H.W.B. McCall, 83, of Rimersburg RD 2, former Democratic commiteeman here, died Thursday morning at the Chicora Medical Center, following a short illness. Born April 10, 1883, in Toby Township, Clarion County, he was the son of Miles and Lucinda Grossman McCall. He was married to the former Pearl Summerville, who preceded him in death in May, 1944. Mr. McCall, a retired farmer, served as the committeeman for a number of years, and at one time was a member of the Clarion County Executive Board of the Democratic Party. He lived his entire life in Toby Township. Mr. McCall was a member of the Concord United Presbyterian Church in Clarion County. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Chester (Florence) Stewart of West Monterey RD1 and Mrs. Angus (Margaret) Barnhart of Bethel Park; three sisters, Mrs. Maude Myers of Rimersburg, Mrs. Chloe McKee of Rimersburg RD2 and Mrs. George (Ida) Scott of Milvale; and seven grandchildren and four great-grandchidlren. One daughter, Mrs. Martha McCall Miles, also preceded him in death. Removal was made to the J.D. Miller Funeral Home in Rimersburg, where friends may call after 2 p.m. today. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm today and Saturday at the funeral home and from 1 to 2 pm Sunday at the Concord United Presbyterian Church. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in the church. Rev. Albert E. Siemon, pastor, will officiate. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Source: Derrick, Friday 9/23/1966

H.W.B. McCall -- Funeral services were held Sunday, Sept. 25, from the Concord United Presbyterian Church for H.W.B. McCall, 83, of Rimersburg RD 2, who died Thursday, Sept. 22, 1966 in the Chicora Medical Center following a short illness. Born April 10, 1883, in Toby Township, Clarion County, he was the son of Miles and Lucinda Grossman McCall. He lived his entire life in Toby Township. He was married to the former Pearl Summerville, who preceded him in death in 1944. Mr. McCall, a retired farmer, served as a Democratic committee for a number of years and at one time was a member of the Clarion County executive board of the Democratic party. He was a member of the Concord United Presbyterian Church. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Chester (Florence) Stewart of West Monterey RD 1 and Mrs. Angus (Margaret) Barnhart of Bethel Park; three sisters, Mrs. Maude Myers of Rimersburg, Mrs. Chloe McKee of Rimersburg RD 2 and Mrs. George (Ina) Scott of Milvale; and seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Source: Pamela Myers-Grewell.

1917-1918 WWI Draft Registration. Henry Ward Beecher McCall, RFD 2, Rimersburg, Clarion, Penn. Age 35. Born 10 Apr 1883. Farmer for self, RFD1, Rimersburg, Clarion, PA. Nearest relative: Mrs. Pearl McCall, RFD, Rimesrburg, Clarion, Penn. Tall height, stout build, blue eyes, dark hair. No physical disqualifications

McCALL, IVA B. — Mrs. Iva B. McCall - Funeral services for Mrs. Iva B. McCall, who died May 17 in the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. F.H. Wagner, Tionesta RD, were conducted at 2:30 pm Friday in the Concord Presbyterian Church. Rev. Eugene Kern of Tionesta Free Methodist Church officiated. During the services, Rev. Kern read "My Faith Looks Up to Thee" and Rev. and Mrs. Kern sang "Rock of Ages" and "Sweet By and By." He also read the 27th Psalm. Interment was made in the Concord Cemetery. Pallbearers were: Glenn Alexander, Russell Mong, Harold Wagner, William Motzer, Russell Wagner and William Sandy. Source: Derrick, Friday 6/3/1955.

McCALL, JEAN BELLE (SNYDER) -- Mrs. McCall, West Monterey, Dies Saturday -- WEST MONTEREY - Mrs. Jean Belle McCall, 75, of West Monterey RD1, widow of Fred McCall, died in her home at 11:30 p.m. Saturday following a lingering illness. Mrs. McCall was born April 30, 1887, in Toby Township, Clarion County, a daughter of Daniel and Elsetta Peart Snyder. Her husband died in 1952. She was a member of the Concord Presbyterian Church. She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Catherine Conner of West Freedom RD1, Mrs. Josephine Terwilliger of Erie, Mrs. Opal Roark of Chattanooga, Tenn., and Mrs. Elsetta M. Taylor of Rochester, N.Y.; a son, Alexander R. McCall of Macedon, N.Y.; two brothers, S.S. Snyder of Slippery Rock and William B. Snyder of Miami, Fla.; 15 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Friends are being received at the Ronald W. Moore Funeral Home, Rimersburg, where funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Rev. Howard Orr, pastor of the Associate Presbyterian Church, will officiate. Interment will be in the Concord Cemetery. Derrick, Monday, 7/23/1962

McCALL, JOHN H. — PVT. JOHN H. McCALL -- Killed December 15, 1944, while fighting in Germany, was the message concerning Pvt. John H. McCall, son of Mr. and Mrs. Victor McCall of Sligo, and husband of the former Betty Potts, of Clarion. The young soldier, twenty years old last June, entered the service June 10, 1943. He trained for anti-aircraft artillery at Ft. Eustice, Virginia , and then volunteered for the Air Force, attending college at Burlington, Vermont. Later he transferred to the infantry, training at Camp Pickett, Virginia, until going overseas the latter part of October, 1944. Pvt. McCall spent about three weeks in England, and then went through France into Belgium, and into Germany. part of his military duties consisted of driving a jeep for his captain. Born in East Brady June 21, 1924, he attended Turney School in Piney township for a time , and when his family moved to Sligo in 1928, he continued through the Sligo schools, graduating with the high school class of 1941. Pvt. McCall studied engineering at State College and was employed at Bessemer-Cooper, Grove City, at the time of his induction. He and Betty Potts were married November 7, 1943. In addition to his wife and parents, Pvt. McCall is survived by two sisters, Evelyn and Janet, both at home.

McCALL'S CAPTAIN PRAISES HIM; TELLS HOW HE WAS KILLED — Mrs. John McCall has received a letter from the commanding officer of her husband, Pvt. John McCall, who was killed in Germany on December 15. Pvt. McCall came in for high praise from his captain, who also told of the fatal accident in which the young soldier, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Victor McCall of Sligo, lost his life. The letter addressed to his wife, the former Betty Potts, follows: 29 Dec. 1944 — "Dear Mrs. McCall, "By this time you have, no doubt, been informed by the War Department of the death of your husband. "I know that there is nothing that I can say or do that will ease your sorrow. I will try to tell you how much I depended on him and what kind of a job he has done. As you probably know, he was my driver. He was as loyal a worker as I have ever seen. The days or nights were never too long nor the job too hard for him. When he was killed he was doing a job that was beyond his duty. I was on the front line where the jeep could not go so he started using it to evacuate casualties. After the casualties were taken care of he made one trip to the next town to get a load of ammunition. On the second trip back he was passing another vehicle on a narrow road and ran over a mine, on the shoulder. The accident happened right by an aid station and he was picked up immediately but there was nothing that could be done for him. "You have my deepest sympathies in this loss for I know that to you as well as myself he can never be replaced. "If there is any way I can be of assistance or help in this matter, please let me know. "Sincerely, Malcolm J. Hopkins, Capt., Inf." (Note: see WWII page for the original clipping and photo of John McCall) submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, JULIA (SHAFFER) — Mrs. McCall, 84, Succumbs -- FRANKLIN - Mrs. Julia Shaffer McCall, 84, of 203 Liberty Street, widow of W.P. McCall, died Wednesday at 5 p.m. in the Franklin Hospital. Mrs. McCall had been in ill health for some time, suffering from a heart ailment. She was born in Franklin, April 30, 1872, the daughter of the late Charles and Ellen Dunkle Shaffer. She attended the Seventh Street Church of God and was a member of the Anna Gordon Women's Christian Temperance Union. Her husband, W.P. McCall, died 16 years ago. A number of nieces and nephews survive. The body was removed to the Hawke Funeral Home in Sligo. Derrick, Friday 8/31/1956. submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, LESLIE ALBERT -- Leslie Albert McCall, 47, of New Bethlehem RD 1, died in the Brookville Hospital Wednesday. He was born December 23, 1908, in Licking Township, Clarion County and spent most of his life in the New Bethlehem area. Mr. McCall was married to the former Mae Yates. He is survived by his widow: three sons, Clinton E. McCall of Shippenville, Donald R. McCall of Fort Knox, Kentucky, Jackie McCall at home and a daughter, Mrs. Annamae Swartsfager of New Bethlehem RD 1. Surviving also are three grandchildren. Mr. McCall is also suvived by four brothers: E.E. Weeter, Kittinging, A. L. McCall, Conneaut, Ohio: V. H. McCall, Sligo RD 1; W. R. McCall, Clarion and three sisters: Mrs. Estella Stewart, Sligo; Mrs. Olive Barger, Curllsville and Mrs. Martha Henry, New Bethlehem. The body has been removed to the family home. Source: Oil City Derrick, June 29, 1956 via Linda Walls.

McCALL, LOTTIE A. (STULL) — Mrs. McCall Dies in Canonsburg -- KNOX - Mrs. Lottie McCall, 88, of McMurray, formerly of Parker RD and widow of Charles A. McCall, died Wednesday morning in the Canonsburg Hospital after a short-illness. She is survived by a son, Ward McCall of McMurray, formerly of Knox. Removal was made to the Roy P. Stuart Funeral Home in Knox, where friends may call any time after 7 pm today and where the family will receive friends from 7 to 9 pm Friday. A complete obituary will be published in Friday's Derrick. Source: Derrick, Thursday 8/22/1974

Funeral services will be held tomorrow for Mrs. Lottie A. McCall, 88, of McMurray, who died Wednesday morning in Canonsburg Hospital, Canonsburg. Mrs. McCall was formerly of Parker. Born in Clarion County February 6, 1886, she was the daughter of William E. (Squire) Stull and Elizabeth Graff Stull. Mrs. McCall, who lived most of her life in Clarion County, was married in 1910 to Charles A. McCall who preceded her in death. She was the last survivor of a family of 13 children. For the past 13 years she had lived with her son, Ward, and his family. She was a member of the Perryville Methodist Church of Perryville, and a 50-year member of the Parker chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. In addition to her son, she is survived by three granddaughters, Mrs. Patricia Heller of Lewistown, Mrs. Carole Weaver of Knox RD, and Mrs. Mary Louise Hartzseld of Atlanta, Ga. She is also survived by seven great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Friends are being received at the Roy P. Stuart Funeral Home in Knox. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 pm today. Removal will be made Saturday to the Perryville Methodist Church, where Mrs. McCall will lie in state until funeral services at 2 pm. Rev Delbert Wasser, pastor of the Perryville Church will officiate. Interment will be in Perryville Cemetery. The Derrick, Friday, Aug 23, 1974. Pg 18 Transcription courtesy of Paul Kifer.

McCALL, LONABELL (BALIS GREENE) — Lonabell Balis Greene McCall, 94, of the Shippenville area, died Sunday, May 30, 2004. Born Jan. 22, 1910, in Green City, Mo., she was the daughter of Robert and Grace Efnor Balis. She was married Jan. 14, 1945, in Denver, to David Eugene McCall, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Thomas Greene of Erie and Jack Greene of Clearwater, Fla.; a daughter, Lona Jean McCall Smith of Laguna Hills; 12 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 12, at Mount Zion Cemetery, Sligo, with the Rev. James Dietrich officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Clarion-Forest VNA, 305 N. Main St., Knox, 16232. The Derrick - June 5, 2004 submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, MAE A. (YATES) — SHIPPENVILLE - Mae A. McCall, 86, of Highland Oaks, Shippenville, RD 2, formerly of the New Bethlehem area, died Saturday, November 4, 1995, in Clarion Hospital. Born May 26, 1909, in Toby Township, Clarion County, she was a daughter of Charles and Minnie (Shoup) Yates. She married Leslie A. McCall on April 10, 1929. He preceded her in death on June 27, 1956. Mrs. McCall, a homemaker, was of the Methodist faith. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Anna Mae Swartfager of Sligo RD 1; two sons, Clinton "Bubb" McCall of Clarion RD3, and Donald McCall of West Decatur; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a brother, Richard Yates of Erie. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sons, Leslie and Jack McCall, and a brother, Earl Yates. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Varner Funeral Home at Sligo, with the Rev. Floyd Jeffcoat, pastor of the Leatherwood Church, officiating. Interment followed in the Rimersburg Cemetery. Obit courtesy of Pegi Males Nelson.

McCALL, MELVIN THOMAS -- Melvin Thomas McCall, 71 of Oxford, Fla., formerly of New Bethlehem, died unexpectedly Monday, Feb. 2, 2009, near his home. Born Oct. 17, 1937, he was the son of Ward B. and Helen L. Carberry McCall. He was married July 3, 1958, to Barbara Sloan, who survives. Mr. McCall was retired and enjoyed his hobby farm, raising cattle and keeping busy. Since he relocated to Oxford, Fla., in 1984, he was often heard saying, "It doesn't get any better than this." He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather and especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to his wife and mother, Helen L. McCall, Mr. McCall is survived by three children, Michael and Vanessa of Scottsmoor, Fla., Pamela and Grover Stewart of Oxford, Fla., and Robert and Cheryl McCall of Summerfield, Fla.; six grandchildren, Doug Stewart and Brendan, Cassandra, Nathan, Trentan and Lucas McCall. He is also survived by three brothers, Clair “Bub,” Carl “Bay,” and George “Ben”; three sisters, Maxine Brocious, Fay Marie Fratus and Garnet Pfaff; and numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Ward B. McCall Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Banks Pages Theus Funeral Home in Wildwood, Fla. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Oxford United Methodist Church in Florida. His final resting place will be at the Pine Level Cemetery in Oxford, Fla. Memorial contributions can be made to either the Pine Level Cemetery contact Gwen Smith by phone at 352-748-0074 or to the Oxford United Methodist Church at 352-748-3335. The Derrick - February 4, 2009 and in the Leesburg Daily Commercial, Tuesday, February 3, 2009.

McCALL, MILDRED C. (MYERS) — Mildred C. McCall, 81, of New Bethlehem RD 2 died in Tuesday afternoon at her residence following a sudden illness. Born February 25, 1912, in Sligo, she was a daughter of the late David G. and Wilmina C. Logue Bashline. On June 15, 1932, she married Kenneth L. McCall. He died in October 1989. Mrs. McCall was a homemaker and was a member of the Leatherwood Church, where she was active in the Leatherwood Faith and Action Group. She also was a member of the Clarion County Historical Society. Surviving is a sister, Lottie McCall of Sligo RD 2; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by five brothers, Norris Bashline, Harry Bashline, Forrest Bashline, Ralph Bashline and Raymond Bashline; and three sisters, Gertrude Rimer, Bernice Peters Krotzer and Viola Eaton. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Varner Funeral Home in Sligo. Friends also will be received from noon until the time of funeral services at 2 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. Rev. C.M. Schwab, a retired Methodist minsiter, will officiate. Interment will follow in Rimersburg Cemetery. The family suggests memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. *clipping courtesy of Linda Walls.

Ross H. Hartzell - WWII veteran, construction worker -- MONROE - Ross H. Hartzell, 74, of Monroe (RD 1 Knox), died at 6:38 p.m. Sunday, April 24, 1994 at Northwest Medical Center in Franklin. Born February 12, 1920 in Buckhorn, Clarion County, he was a son of the late Jake and Jenny Myers Hartzell. He married the former Lucy Best on January 11, 1947. She survives. A U.S. Army veteran of World War II, Mr. Hartzell served with the 114th Infantry in the European Theater of Operations. He received the EAME Theater Ribbon, three Bronze Service Stars, the Purple heart, the Bronze Star Medal, the American Theater Ribbon and the Good Conduct Medal. He was employed as a coal miner and later worked in construction. Mr. Hartzell was a member of Local 66 Operating engineers. He attended Mount Joy United Methodist Church at RD3 Knox. Mr. Hartzell was an avid hunter and fisherman. In addition to his wife, Mr. Hartzell is survived by a daughter, Ann (Mrs. John) Stiglitz of Knox; two sons, Donald D. Hartzell of RD3 Clarion and David F. Hartzell of RD1 Emlenton; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Also surviving are four brothers, Merle "Red" Hartzell and Wilfred "Mex" Hartzell, both of RD2 Knox, George E. "Pappy" Hartzell of RD1 Knox and Ivan Hartzell of New York state; three sisters, Twila (Mrs. Eugene) Bell of Knox, Eva Shaffer of Millheim and Kathleen Fox of RD1 Venus; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Mr. Hartzell was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Berniece Paine. Services were conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 27, in the David C. McEntire Funeral Home at Knox. The Rev. Charles Jack, pastor of Mount Joy United Methodist Church, officiated. Interment followed in Clarion Cemetery. *Note: Jennie Gladys Myers, daughter of John Calvin & Martha E. Evans Myers.

McCALL, MINNIE MAE (CRAIG) — Minnie Mae McCall, 97 (Jan. 27, 2002, Oil City Derrick) - Minnie Mae McCall, 97, of Sligo RR1, died at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, January 25, 2002, in Clairview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, where she was admitted earlier that day. Born September 6, 1904, in Sligo, she was a daughter of Charles F. and Minnie Mae (Anderson) Craig. Mrs. McCall was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She married W. Ross McCall on March 13, 1924. He preceded her in death on September 6, 1966. Mrs. McCall was a member of the Sligo Presbyterian Church. She was a homemaker. Survivors include two daughters and their husbands, Esther & Clyde Myers of Sligo, with whom she made her home for several years, and Ella and Eugene Henry of Sligo; three sons and their wives, Craig & Lois McCall of Hilton Head, S.C., Carl & Vivian McCall and Donald & Dorothy McCall, all of Sligo; 25 grandchildren; 46 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and her husband, Mrs. McCall was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Sylvia; a grandson, Douglas Conner; six sisters, Jesse Hoover; Martha Stewart, Mable Craig, Evabelle McClaine, Alma Heeter, and Nina Masters; and five brothers, Ira Craig, William Craig, Ed Craig, Herman Craig, and Hobart Craig. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 29, 2002, at the Sligo Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Doug Friant, former area Presbyterian minister, officiating. Interment followed in the Rimersburg Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were at the direction of the Varner Funeral Home in Sligo. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Sligo Presbyterian Church Building Fund, Sligo, PA 16255 or the Kidney Foundation. submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, NORMA LOUISE (McKEE) — Mrs. Norma L. McCall, Wife of army officer dies -- Mrs. McCall Dies Friday in Washington -- CLARION - Mrs. Norma Louise McCall died Friday at the Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, D.C. Her home address was Alexandria, Va. She was born in Clarion County April 22, 1926, the daughter of Cecil W. McKee and E. Mae Hepler McKee. On April 22, 1947, she was married to Craig McCall, who survives. Mrs. McCall was a former nurse in the Clarion area schools. She was a member of the Lake Shore Presbyterian Church of Waco, Texas. Mrs. McCall was a graduate of Sligo High School, Seton Hill College in Greensburg and the Pittsburgh School of Nursing. In addition to her husband, Major Craig C. McCall of the U.S. Air Force, stationed at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., she is survived by two sons, Kevin and David, at home; her father, Cecil McKee of Clarion; a sister, Mrs. Cecilia Mae Rhea of Lockport, N.Y. Friends may call at the Goble Funeral Home in Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today with Rev. John Neville, pastor of the Presbyterian Church of Prattville, Ala., officiating. Interment will be in the Clarion Cemetery. Source: Derrick, Mon. 10/5/1964 submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, ORA ETHEL (BASHLINE) — Ora McCall Dies Tuesday - SLIGO - Ora Ethel McCall died at 3 pm Tuesday at the home of her sister, Mrs. Darl Dovenspike, at Rimersburg RD1. The family will receive friends after 7 pm today at the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo. A complete obituary will be published in Thursday's Derrick. Source: Derrick 3/29/1972

Mrs. Ora Ethel McCall, 79, of Toby Township, widow of Theo Earl McCall, died Tuesday, March 28, 1972, at the home of her sister, Mrs. Iola Dovenspike of Rimersburg RD 1, where she had made her home for the past nine years. Born Feb. 1, 1893, she was a daughter of Franklin and Emma Myers Bashline. She was married Sept. 26, 1917, to Theo Earl McCall, who died Jan. 9, 1963. Mrs. McCall was a member of the Curllsville United Methodist Church. Surviving are a brother, Jay Bashline of Rimersburg RD 1; two sisters, Mrs. Guy (Hazel) McCall of Shippenville and Mrs. Darl (Iola) Dovenspike of Rimersburg RD 1. Three brothers, McClellan, Quincy, and Byrd Bashline are deceased. Friends were received at the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo where services were held Friday afternoon in the funeral home with the Rev. William Heaton, pastor of the Curllsville United Methodist Church officiating. Interment was in the Concord Cemetery. Oil City Derrick 30 Mar 1972 submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, RACHEL (COE)

McCALL, RALPH McCLELLAN — Ralph McCall Dies Suddenly in California -- SLIGO - Ralph McClellan McCall, 36, died suddenly Thursday in Costa Mesa, Calif. Mr. McCall was formerly of Clarion County. He was born September 21, 1927, in Toby Township, Clarion County, the son of Guy and Hazel Bashline McCall. Mr. McCall graduated from Sligo High School in 1945 and served two years with the US Navy during World War II. In 1955, he moved to California where he was employed at the Cannon Electric Co. He was a member of the Costa Mesa Methodist Church. Surviving are his widow, the former Norma Stephens, his parents, three sons, Lonnis, Dale, Dennis Lee and Gregory Carl, all at home; five sisters, Mrs. Fenton (Kathryn) Wyncoop and Mrs. Charles (Mary) Cunningham, both of Clarion, Mrs. Harry (Virginia) Curll of Sligo, Mrs. Arthur (Guyla) Magness of New Bethlehem RD and Mrs. Arnold (Helen) Schrecengost of Luncinda RD. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Interment will be in the Rimersburg Cemetery. Source: Derrick, Saturday 9/5/1964. submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, REBA ELEANOR (KILGORE) — Mrs. McCall of Parker Area Dies -- SLIGO -- Mrs. Reba Eleanor McCall, 71, of Parker RD 2, widow of Burton McCall, died unexpectedly in her home at 11 am Tuesday. She was born October 14, 1905, at Callensburg, a daughter of Forbes and Lydia Thomas Kilgore. She was married January 17, 1945 to Burton McCall, who died November 24, 1975. Mrs. McCall was a member of the Church of God in Parker. She is survived by four sisters, Mrs. Oma Moyer and Mrs. Clair (Mildred) Weckerly of Parker, Mrs. Dave (Ethel) Wetzel of West Freedom and Mrs. Ralph (Grace) Radaker of Callensburg; three brothers, Lee and Merle Kilgore of Youngstown, Ohio, and George Kilgore of West Freedom. A number of nieces and nephews also survive. An infant son is deceased along with four sisters, Folie, Margaret, Margaret, Rachel, and Lottie. The family will receive friends at the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo from 7 to 9 pm today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Thursday. Funeral services will be held at 11 am Friday in the funeral home with Rev. Donald McCowan, pastor of the Church of God in Parker, officiating. Interment will be in the Concord Cemetery. Derrick, Wednesday, 12/29/1976. submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, REBECCA JANE (KNOX)

McCALL, RICHARD L. — Richard L. "Dick" McCall, 67, of Curllsville, died early Monday morning, June 3, 2002, at his residence following a sudden illness. Born Oct. 1, 1934, in Curllsville, he was the son of Eugene and Virginia SMITH McCall. Mr. McCall was employed for many years as a bulldozer operator/instructor for C&K Coal Co. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, the study of genealogy of the McCall family and working on his computer. Mr. McCall was married Jan. 29, 1955, to the former Evelyn Y. HOLIBAUGH, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Randon McCall of East Hartford, Conn., and James McCall of Clarion; one daughter, Lisa D. REED of DuBois; and eight grandchildren. He also is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Roy (Betty Lou) LEASURE of Fort Myers, Fla., Mrs. Gene (Jeanne) SAY of Franklin and Sandra A. WYMAN of Curllsville. In addition to his parents, Mr. McCall was preceded in death by one son, Dennis E. McCall. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the Varner Funeral Home in Sligo. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home with Pastor Dan George of Grace Community Church, Curllsville, officiating. Interment will follow in Cedarview Memorial Park near Strattanville. submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, SYLVIA LENA

McCALL, THEO EARL — Theo McCall, 81, of Parker RD1, Dies -- PARKER - Theo McCall, 81, of Parker RD1 died at his home yesterday. Mr. McCall was born Mary 13, 1881, in Toby Twp., Clarion County, a son of Clarissa Steele and William McCall. In September, 1917, he married Ethel Bashline. His wife survives. He was a member of the Jerusalem United Church of Christ at Rimersburg. Friends will be received at the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo, where funeral services will be held Saturday. Rev. Paul Miller will officiate. Interment will be in Concord Cemetery. Source: Derrick, Thursday, 1/10/1963

WWI Draft Registration card — Theo McCall, No.2, Parkers Landing, Clarion, PA. Age 37. Born 18 May 1881. Farming for self at No. 2, Parkers Landing, Clarion, PA. Nearest relative: Ethel McCall, No. 2, Parkers Landing, Clarion, PA. Tall height, medium build, blue eyes, brown hair. No physical disqualifications

McCALL, VICTOR HARVEY — Victor McCall, 83, of RD1 Sligo, died April 29 in Brookville Hospital. Born Nov. 22, 1904, in Licking Township, he was a son of the late John and Olive Weeter McCall. On Dec. 24, 1923, he married Lottie Bashline, who survives. He operated McCall's Garage at RD1 Sligo for many years, then worked as a mechanic and welder for Bracken Construction Co. of Sligo where he retired in 1969. A member of the Curllsville United Methodist Church, he also belonged to St. Petersburg Masonic Lodge, Coudersport Consistory, and was a life member of Sligo Sportsmen's Club. Surviving in addition to his wife, are three daughters, Mrs. Francis (Evelyn) Wishart of Sligo, Mrs. Robert (Janet) Pohl of Brookville and Mrs. James (Carol) Black of Beverly, Ohio; two sisters, Estella Stewart and Martha Henry, both of New Bethlehem; 10 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews. One son, John, an infant daughter; four brothers, Ashley, William and Leslie McCall and Ed Weeter; and one sister, Olive Barger, preceded him in death. Burial was in Rimersburg Cemetery. submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, WILBER “PETE” — buried at Concord Cemetery

McCALL, WILDA MAE (KELLER)

McCALL WILLIAM — William McCall, one of the pioneer residents of Toby Township, died at his home near Sligo Monday, April 23rd. Mr. McCall was united in marriage in 1863 to Miss Clarissa Steele, whose death occurred in December 1920. To this union were born two sons and one daughter, the latter preceding her father to the grave 32 years ago. The surviving sons are Chalmers, of Sligo, and Theo, at home. He is also survived by two brothers, John of Curllsville and Wilbur, of Sligo; also by one sister, Mrs. James Peterson, of Red Cloud, Neb. Funeral services were held at the late home Wednesday April 25 conducted by Rev. Briceland of Parker. Interment was made in the Concord Cemetery. The deceased was in his 83rd year, was born and reared and spent his entire life in Toby Township. Clarion Democrat May 3, 1923 submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, WILLIAM EARL -- Military Services Held for Clarion Naval Pilot Who Was Killed in Crash -- CLARION, May 17 - Full military rites were given Lt. JG William Earl McCall, who was killed May 5 in a plane crash in Mexico at his funeral held at 2:30 pm yesterday in Goble Funeral Home. Rev. Ralph Richardson was the officiating minister and military rites were in charge of the Craig E. Fleming Post no. 66 under Commander Thomas Hosack and Russell York, commander of the Navy Reserve Unit in Clarion, and the Parker D. Cramer Post 2145 of the V.F.W. The firing squad who gave military tribute to the deceased at the services and at the graveside were members of the Army Reserve Unit of Clarion under its commander, Major McClaine, of Miola. An unusually large representation of servicemen from all branches of the Armed Forces were in attendance and a group of servicemen formed a channel from the door of the funeral home to the hearse, while the body of McCall was being transported from the funeral home to the hearse to be taken to Rimersburg for burial. These men escorted the body to Rimersburg where it was interred. A.A. Murphy, past commander of the American Legion of Clarion, and supervising principal of Clarion Joint Schools read the graveside prayer. The flag which draped the casket of Lt. McCall was then presented to his widow, Mrs. Dolores Geer McCall. Lt. McCall was born in Curllsville, November 24, 1927, the son of William Robert and Myra Bashline McCall. He married Dolores Marie Geer on January 9, 1950 and was the father of two children, Marsha Sue, three; and Monica Marie, two. He was a member of the V.F.W. of Clarion, the American Legion at New Welmington and a World War II veteran. Beside his wife and daughters, he is survived by his parents and the following sisters, Mrs. William Downs of Eglin Field, Florida and Roberta, at home. Pallbearers at the funeral were: Robert Campbell, Jack Rowan, William Freas, William Ganoe, Lloyd McEntire, and William Beck. Honorary pallbearers were Robert Courson, Arthur Williams, Melvin Roberts, Jay Wolfe, Frank Zilhaver, Don Shoup and Fred Sharrow. Derrick Tuesday 5/18/1954 submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCALL, WILLIAM ROSS— Funeral services were held Saturday morning for William Ross McCall, 60, of Sligo RD from the Hawk Funeral Home. Rev. Edward McKee, pastor of the Clintonville Presbyterian Church, officiated and interment was in the Rimersburg Cemetery. He died Wednesday evening, Sept. 7, 1966 in his home of self-inflicted gunshot wounds (suicide).

William Ross McCall, 60, of Sligo RD, manager of McCall's Farms Inc., died Wednesday evening at his home. Born March 13, 1906, in Toby Township, he was the son of C. H. and Anna Catherine Shoup McCall. He was married March 20, 1924, to the former Minnie Mae Craig, who survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Clyde (Esther) Myers of Sligo RD and Mrs. Eugene (Ella) Henry of Rimersburg RD; three sons, Major Craig C. McCall of Alexandria, Va., Carl V. of Sligo and Donald R. of Clarion RD; one brother, Guy McCall of Shippenville; one sister, Mrs. Elmer Somerville of Rimersburg; and 21 grandchildren. A daughter, Slylia (Sylvia) Lena, and one brother preceded him in death. Removal was made to the Hawk Funeral Home in Sligo, where the family will received friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 .m. today. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with Rev. Edward McKee, pastor of the Clintonville Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Rimersburg cemetery. Oil City Derrick Sept. 9, 1966. Submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCLAIN, ANNA BELINDA (SHRUM) — June 16, 1921 -Mrs. Anna Belinda McClain was born in Clarion County, July 5, 1853, and died June 9, 1921, at her home in Ridgway. She is survived by her husband, J. C. McClain and the following sons and daughters: Sheldon of Steubenville, 0.; Harry of Ligonier; Orean and Edgar and Mrs. S. C. Gilmore, all of Corsica; Mrs. J. H. Kinley and Mrs. J. C. Knopp, of Ridgway. One son preceded her in death 21 years ago. She is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Jane Thomas, Ellwood City; Mrs. Mollie Wilcox, New Kensington; Mrs. Alice Hannold, Hartowns; Mrs. Louisa Rupert, Sligo; John Schrum, of Vandergrift; Daniel Schrum of Oil City; Samuel Schrum of Ranger, Texas; Sylvester Schrum of Sharpsville; David Schrum, Ridgway. She united with the M. E. Church at Sligo when a girl. She lived nearly her whole life at Miola, having moved to Ridgway in March, 1921. She was buried in the Shiloh cemetery Sunday afternoon, Rev. Chas. F. Smalley, of Clarion, officiating. Clarion Democrat, June 16, 1921. submitted by Pamela Myers-Grewell.

McCLAINE, CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL — EAST BRADY -- C. Michael McClaine, 59, of East Brady, died Wednesday, November 8, 1995, in the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Born July 28, 1936 in Butler, he was a son of Joseph H. and Eva Belle (Craig) McClaine. He married Eileen M. Rodgers on August 12, 1961. She survives. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving during the Korean Conflict. He earned the National Defense Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. Mr. McClaine was employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania from 1972 until his retirement in 1995. He first was a driver, transporting elderly in western Pennsylvania, and then as a dog law enforcement officer for Clarion County. He was a member of St. Eusebius Roman Catholic Church in East Brady and the American Legion Post at Brady's Bend. He was a past member of the East Brady Fire Department. Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Mrs. John (Alicia) Verner of Streetsboro, Ohio; and two granddaughters, Katie E. Verner and Emily C. Verner of Streetsborog, Ohio. Also surviving are three brothers, Joseph H. McClaine Jr. of East Brady, Thomas J. McClaine of New Bethlehem, and C. Frederick McClaine of Fox Chapel; four sisters, Mrs. Richard (Patricia) Harmon of Columbus, Ohio; Sister Jeanne Hall, S.S.J., of Erie, Mrs. John J. (Mariam) Mooers of Covina, Calif., and Mrs. James W. (Diane) Brandt of Long Beach, Calif.; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Eusebius Church with the Rev. Joseph J. Kalinowski, pastor, presiding. Burial will be in St. Eusebius Cemetery in East Brady. Arrangements were by the Charles B. Buechele Funeral Home in East Brady. Source: Pamela Grewell

McCLAINE, EVA BELLE (CRAIG) -- EAST BRADY -- Eva Belle McClaine, 90, of East Brady, died Thursday, June 3, 1993, in Armstrong County Memorial Hospital at Kittanning. Born December 27, 1902, in Sligo, she was the daughter of Charles F. and Minnie M. Anderson Craig. She married Joseph H. McClaine on July 29, 1925. He preceded her in death February 8, 1975. Mrs. McClaine was a graduate of Sligo High School and DuBois Business College. She was a former stenographer for the Pittsburgh Limestone Company at Bradys Bend. Mrs. McClaine was a member of the St. Eusebius Roman Catholic Church in East Brady and the church ladies guild. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary of East Brady and was past president of the Clarion-Jefferson American Legion Council. Surviving are four sons, Joseph H. McClaine, Jr. of East Brady, Thomas J. McClaine of New Bethlehem, C. Michael McClaine of East Brady and C. Frederick McClaine of Fox Chapel; four daughters, Patricia (Mrs. Richard) Harmon of Worthington, Ohio, Sister Jeanen Hall SSJ of Erie, Miriam (Mrs. John H.) Moorers of Covina, Calif., and Diane (Mrs. James W.) Brandt of Long Beach, Calif; 27 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Minnie Mae McCall of Sligo. Mrs. McClaine was preceded in death by her husband, parents, five sisters and five brothers. A service was held by the American Legion Auxiliary at 7 pm Sunday, June 6, and a parish prayer service was held at 8:30pm Sunday. Mass of Christian burial was conducted at 10:30 am Monday, June 7, in St. Eusibius Roman Catholic Church. The Rev. Joseph J. Kalinowski, church pastor, officiated. Interment was in St. Eusibius Cemetery. Arrangements were by the Charles B. Buechele Funeral Home in East Brady. Taken from The Clarion News, June 1993. Transcription courtesy of Lisa McClaine.

McCLAINE, FRANK PATRICK — Frank P. McClaine -- This Community was greatly saddened on Monday, December 30, 1935, by the passing away of one of its oldest and most highly respected citizens, Frank P. McClaine, of East First Street. Death was caused by chronic valvular heart disease and cardiac asthma. The deceased was born at Sligo, Pa., on November 3, 1854, and at the time of his death was aged 81 years, 1 month and 27 days. He lived practically his entire life in this vicinity. On January 23,1879, he was married at Bradys Bend, Pa., to Rose Catherine Englert, who survives him. He is also survived by nine children, one son having preceded him in death; 36 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. One brother, Michael, of Seybertown, is also left to mourn the loss of a "grand old man." Requiem High Mass was celebrated Thursday morning, January 2, 1936, by Rev. Father Thos. F. Eustace. Interment was made in St. Eusebius' cemetery. Those in attendance at the funeral from out of town included: Greer and Grace McClaine, Karns City; Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Ward, of Oil City; Michael Englert and daughter, Mrs. Frances Bliss, Miss Pauline Leech, Misses Pauline and Geraldine Unger, all of Rimer; Mrs. C. B. Englert and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fink of Salem, Ohio; Misses Alice and Anna Englert of Pittsburgh; Mr. and Mrs. Harry Enbody, of Sharpsville; Miss Margaret Leech and Mrs. Chas. Prengman, of Larimer; Mr. and Mrs. Daniel O'Brien, son Richard and daughter, Mrs. Martha Blotzer and James Lethan of Pittsburgh; Mr. and Mrs. Paul Matthews, Mrs. Josephine Baker and Eddie Lyons of Millvale;Mrs. Celia Shrader and two children of Manorville; Mrs. John Drayer and daughter and Mrs. Vincent Drayer and son of Reynoldsville. Source: unknown publication; RJ McClaine, Lisa McClaine.

McCLAINE, GENEVIEVE (AVERY) — Genevieve Avery McLaine, 94, of Emlenton, formerly of Clarion, died at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, April 15, 2001, in Clarview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Sligo RD 1, following a brief illness. Born Jan. 6, 1907, in Highland Township, Clarion County, she was a daughter of George and Ella GILMORE Avery. Mrs. McLaine was employed for 20 years by Sylvania in Brookville. She also had worked for some time as a nurses aide at the VA Hospital in Butler. She was a member of the Richland Grange and was a former member and a past noble grand of Lady Emlen Rebekah Lodge. Mrs. McLaine was of the Methodist faith. She enjoyed sewing. Mrs. McLaine was married in the Clarion Methodist parsonage Oct. 19, 1923, to John Ray McLaine, who died July 3, 1990. Surviving are two sons, Richard S. McLaine of Miola and Calvin R. McLaine and his wife, Betty, of White Oak, Texas; two daughters, Eileen M. FRANKLIN of Annville and Judith M. HANBY and her husband, Kenneth, of Emlenton; a son-in-law, Carl WASSUM of Shelocta; 21 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; 16 great-great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. McLaine was preceded in death by a daughter, Phyllis M. Wassum; four brothers, Stanley Gilmore, Harold Avery, Russell Avery and Lester Avery; two sisters, Carrie Avery and Emma McLaine; a daughter-in-law, LaRue McLaine; a son-in-law, John D. Franklin; and six grandsons. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday in the Helen Furnace United Methodist Church, Asbury Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday in the church with the Rev. William P. Saxman, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in the Miola Cemetery, Highland Township, Clarion County. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Emlenton Area Ambulance Service. The Christopher M. Hile Funeral Home, Emlenton, is in charge of arrangements. Source: Derrick 4/18/2001.

McCLAINE, JOSEPH H. — Joseph H. McClaine -- For fifty years Joseph H. McClaine has been a leading figure in the East Brady Community. He was born in nearby Seyberttown in Bradys Bend Township, Armstrong County, December 16, 1895, the son of Frank P. and Rose Englert McClaine. He attended elementary schools there and was graduated from East Brady High School. Before accepting employment in the local bank, he taught school in Perry Township, Armstrong County. He joined the People Bank in 1914 and worked his way up to cashier by the time of its voluntary liquidation in 1943. He became manager of the East Brady office of the Butler County National Bank and Trust Co. until 1948 when it became a unit of the Mellon National Bank and Trust Co. of Pittsburgh and moved the office to Chicora. There he remained, retiring as manager on January 1, 1961. On June 1, 1960, with his sons, he bought the Busy Bee Market, now the J.F. & M. Food Center and retains the title of president of the enterprise. His church affiliation is with St. Eusebius Roman Catholic Church where he is a member and past president of the Holy Name Society. He has served as president and director of the East Brady Borough School District for the past 34 years and is second vice president of the Armstrong County School Board. He is also a member of District II, Pennsylvania School Board Association, Inc. Other civic activities include charter membership in Jones-Conner Post of the American Legion, Department of Pennsylvania and member of the Executive Committee. Instrumental in sponsoring all community improvements, he was especially concerned with providing a new playground in recent years. Presently his interests are centered on new industries that may be brought to the borough, serving as director and past president of the East Brady Development Association. He is a member of the Clarion County Development Association and is chairman of the Board of Directors of the newly organized East Brady Manufacturing Co. He has been area chairman of two drives for the Butler County Memorial Hospital Building Funds; instrumental in promoting the Servicemen’s Home, the development of Graham Athletic Field; the new elementary school building and the East Brady Area High School Annex. Mr. McClaine is a charter member and past president of the East Brady Rotary Club; member of the Volunteer Fire Co., now on the inactive list; charter member of the Clarion County Historical Society. He saw service in World War I and during the second world conflict, served as a member of the Clarion County Selective Service Board with headquarters in Sligo. He is now the local chairman for Civil Defense. In 1925 he was married to the former Eva Belle Craig of Sligo who was then secretary at the Pittsburgh Limestone Co. in Kaylor. Eight children were born to that union, Joseph H. McClaine, Jr., December 22,1926; Patricia Bell Harmon, May 23, 1928; Jeanen Louise Hall, June 20, 1930; Miriam Ann Mooers, May 18, 1932; Thomas J. McClaine, February 10, 1934; C. Michael McClaine, July 28, 1936; C. Frederick McClaine, October 11, 1940 and Evelyn Diane McClaine, March 7, 1945. There are 17 grandchildren. In 1950, in celebration of their Silver Wedding Anniversary, the McClaines repeated their marriage vows before the late Msgr. James F. Hopkins who had officiated at the original ceremony. In 1950, the eight children were the attendants. After that the parents left on an extended second ‘honeymoon’, throughout the United States and Canada. 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. Pages 230-231

Joseph H. McClaine, 79, of East Brady died unexpectedly at 2 pm Saturday, February 8, 1975, at his home. Born December 16, 1895, in Bradys Bend Township, he was the son of the late Frank P. and Rose Englert McClaine. He was married to the former Eva Belle Craig, who survives. Mr. McClaine retired July 1, 1961, after a 47 year career in banking. He began his banking career in 1914 with the Peoples Bank of East Brady. After its voluntary liquidation in 1943, he became manager of the Butler County National Bank & Trust Co. and moved its offices to Chicora where he was manager until his retirement. He was a former school teacher in Perry Township, Armstrong County. He was instrumental in forming the board of the Armstrong School District and had served in various positions on the board. He had served on the East Brady School board and was instrumental in the planning and construction of the East Brady Elementary School and annex and gym. He was also active in the formation of the Lenape Vocational-Technical High School in Ford City. He was charter member and past president of East Brady Rotary Club and was a charter member of the Jones-Conner Post of the American Legion. He was also a member of the Clarion County Historical Society. He was a member of St. Eusibius Roman Catholic Church at East Brady and a member and past president of the Holy Name society. He was a member of the East Brady Volunteer Fire Co. on the inactive list. He had been active in fund drives for the building fund of the Butler County Memorial Hospital. Mr. McClaine was a veteran of World War I. During World War II, he served on the Clarion County Selective Board, headquartered in Sligo. In addition to his widow, he is survived by four sons, Joseph H., Jr. of East Brady, Thomas J. of N. Bethlehem, C. Michael and C. Frederick, both of East Brady; four daugher, Mrs. Richard (Patricia) Harmon of Cheshire, Conn., Mrs. Jeanen Hall of East Brady, Mrs. John (Miriam) Moorers of Covina, Calif., and Diane McClaine of Duarte, Calif.; two brother, Louis A. McClaine of East Brady and David E. in Florida; and 26 grandchildren. Four sisters and three brothers are deceased. Taken from The Clarion News, February 11, 1975. Transcription courtesy of Lisa McClaine.

McCLAINE, LOUIS A. — Louis McClaine, 90, of East Brady, Dies -- Louis A. McClain, 90, of Broad Street, East Brady, retired cemetery sexton and East Brady Borough employee, died last night at Clarview Nursing Home, Sligo, after an extended illness. Born in Seybertown, Pa., April 12, 1891, he was the sone of Frank P. and Rose Englert McClaine. He was a member of St. Eusebius Roman Catholic Church. Surviving are his wife, Elsie McIntyre McClaine, two sons, Fenton McClaine of Cooperstown, and Greer of Chicora R.D. 1, a daugher, Mrs. Grace Chuli [should be Chuhra] of Karns City, a brother, David McClaine of East Brady; 12 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. From the Butler Eagle, April 19, 1981 via Susan McClaine.

McCLAINE, MARGARETTA J. (SNOW) -- Margaretta J. McClaine, 74, of Grand Avenue, Clarion, died Saturday, Jan. 19, 2002, at her residence. Born Jan. 30, 1927, in Brady's Bend, she was the daughter of Howard and Sara Laura Kamerer Snow. Mrs. McClaine worked for 15 years in the housekeeping department at Clarion Hospital before her retirement in 1990. Surviving are three sons, Daniel McClaine and his wife, Cathy, and David McClaine and his wife, Leatha, all of Clarion, and Matthew McClaine of Knox; three daughters, Ruth Jones and her husband, Carl, of Sligo, Gail McClaine of Clarion and Chris Dixon and her husband, Richard, of Marienville; 15 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She also is survived by one brother, Roland Snow of East Brady; and three sisters, Genevieve Donaldsitch of Cleveland, Ohio, Marilyn Kusick and Vonda Rodgers, both of Brady's Bend. In addition to her parents, Mrs. McClaine was preceded in death by one son, Craig J. McClaine; four brothers, Dale Snow, Russell Snow, Mont Snow and James "Bud" Snow; and one sister, Ruth "Toots" King. 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 1 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with the Rev. David Selleck officiating. Interment will follow in the New Rehoboth Cemetery at Strattanville.

McCLAIN, MARY E. (Burns Confer) -- This community was shocked indeed to learn that Mrs. Wm. H. McClain, of Youngstown, O. had died very suddenly on Monday, November 24, 1924, at 6 o'clock a.m. Mrs. McClain was such a strong, vigorous looking lady that probably no one thought of death in connection with her, but the summons came suddenly, and the shock to her relatives and friends was very great. The deceased was Miss Mary Burns, a daughter of William and Sarah Myers Burns, of near Sligo, and was born December 3, 1863. She was united in marriage with Andrew Confer about forty years ago and they established their home in Strattanville. Mr. Confer preceded her in death many years ago, and one daughter, Sadie Myra, died in infancy. But she is survived by her mother, Mrs. William Burns, now aged 83 years, and by five daughters and one son, namely: Hattie, wife of H. C. Frampton, Los Angeles, Calif.; Nina, wife of A. C. Frampton, Clarion; Rose, wife of Edward McEntire, Franklin; Clarence B., Grove City; Dorothy Burns and Leona, at home, Youngstown, O. Ten grandchildren also survive and one sister, Mrs. Wm. H. Ketner, near Reidsburg. Two years ago the deceased was joined in wedlock with Wm. H. McClain and they have made their home at Struthers, a suburb of Youngstown, where Mr. McClain has steady and remunerative employment. The deceased was a lifelong and most exemplary Christian lady. In her early youth she was confirmed a member of the Lutheran Church, but when she was married and made her home at Strattanville, she transferred her membership to the Methodist Episcopal Church. She was an unusually active worker in all of the church's work, and was always a devout and faithful worshipper. Mrs. McClain was also a most active member of the W. C. T. U. and of the Lieucetta Rebekah Lodge of Strattanville. Mrs. McClain's body was brought to Clarion Wednesday about noon, and funeral arrangements will be announced at that time. Clarion Democrat 11/27/1924

McCLAINE, ROSE CATHERINE (ENGLERT) — Rose Catherine McClaine -- Mrs. Rose Catherine Englert McClaine, widow of the late Frank P. McClaine, died at her home on East First St. on Friday night, December 6th, 1940. Mrs. McClaine was born in Armstrong County near Rimer on October 4th, 1860 and was married to Frank P. McClaine, January 23, 1879. Mr. McClaine preceeded her in death on December 30, 1935. She was also preceeded in death by a daughter, Mrs. Mary Eck in 1939 and a son, William in 1918. Eight children, thirty-nine grand children and ten great grandchildren survive her. Requiem High Mass was celebrated Monday morning, December 9th, by Rev. Father Thomas F. Eustace. Interment was made in St. Eusebius' cemetery. The following relatives from a distance attended the funeral: Mrs. and Joseph C. Ward of Oil City; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fink, Mrs. Mary Steffel and daughter, Dorothy; Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Kleinman, Mrs. and Mrs Raymond Myers of Salem, Ohio; Mr. and Mrs. Harry Enbody of Sharpsville; Mrs and Mrs. Charles Prengman and son, John; Misses Margaret and Matilda Leech of Larimer; Mrs. Celia Shrader and Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Stouffer of Ford City; Sylvester Englert and two children, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Bliss, Miss Pauline and Joseph Leech, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Unger and son, Charles, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Unger, Mrs. Marion Unger and son, Richard; Ms. Gertrude Roofner and daughter, Christina; Miss Tressa Lorenz of Rimer; Fenton McClaine, Misses Matilda, Alice and Anna Englert; Mr. and Mrs. Richard O'Brien, and Frank B. McClaine, of Pittsburgh. Many friends of the family from Sligo, Chicora, Kittanning, Tarentum, Oil City and Pittsburgh were also in attendance. Source: unknown publication; Richard J. McClaine; Lisa McClaine

McCLAIN, RUBY MAXINE (MONG) — Ruby Maxine McClain, 85, of Country Springs, Sligo, formerly of Knox, died early Tuesday morning, May 27, 2008, at Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center near Sligo. Born Oct. 6, 1922, in Elk Township, Clarion County, she was the daughter of the late Raymond W. and Gertrude S. Simpson Mong. She married James David McClain on July 7, 1973, and he preceded her in death Dec. 2, 1996. Mrs. McClain graduated from Shippenville High School in 1940. She had many occupations, including a butcher for 14 years at Porkey’s Den. She was a custodial worker, a store clerk at Art’s Market and a farmer for many years along with her brother, Lester, on the old homestead. She was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church at Kossuth until the church closed. She then became a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church of Knox until it closed and was a current member of Edenburg Presbyterian Church in Knox. She is survived by a number of nieces and nephews and was the last surviving member of her immediate family. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by four sisters, Maude Fisher, Edith Korb, Blanche Hepler and Lois Ehler; and three brothers, Wayne Mong, Ralph Mong and Charles Lester Mong. Friends will be received from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the William N. Rupert Mortuary Inc. in Knox. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Jay Montgomery, pastor of Edenburg Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will follow at St. Mark Cemetery at Kossuth. Source: Derrick.

McCLEARY, EDWIN C. — Edwin C. McCleary, 31. of RD Shippenville died in an automobile accident early Thursday, Aug. 24, 1978. Born May 6, 1947, in Licking Township, he was a son of Russell L. and Ola Mae Dixon McCleary. His mother survives. Mr. McCleary was a graduate of Clarion State College and has served with the U.S. Air Force. He was employed by the U.S. Department of Forestry, working out of the Sheffield office. He played on the Longhorn softball team this past year. He was a social member of the American Legion post in Clarion. In addition to his mother who resides at DR 1 Shippenville, he is survived by three brothers, Keith L. McCleary of RD Mayport and Brad E. and Eric C. McCleary at home; two sister, Rita A. and Kimberly L. McCleary both at home, and his maternal grandmother Mrs. Helen Dixon of Clarion. Services were at 11 a.m. Saturday from the Robert V. Burns Funeral Home in Clarion with the Rev. Christopher R. Belden, assistant pastor of the Clarion Presbyterian Church officiating. Burial was in Miola Cemetery. The Clarion News, page 4., Tuesday, Aug. 4, 1978. Grandson of Ted & Helen (Myers) Dixon of Sligo.

McCLEARY, OLA MAE (DIXON) — OLA MAE DIXON McCLEARY, 77, of Pump Station Road, Shippenville, a former employee of Clarion University, died Thursday, April 28, 2005, at her residence. Born July 14, 1927, in Piney Township, Clarion County, she was a daughter of Edwin "Ted" and Helen Myers Dixon. Mrs. McCleary was retired but had worked in the academic dean's office at Clarion University from 1966 to 1991. She also had been employed at Endeavor Lumber Co. from 1951 to 1961. She was a member of Shiloh Presbyterian Church. She also was a longtime member of the Bi-County Artist Association, the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary of Clarion and the Women of the Moose in Clarion. She was married April 3, 1945, to Russell L. McCleary, and he died on June 24, 1967. Surviving are two sons, Bradley E. McCleary and his wife Kathy of Simpsonville, SC, and Eric "Herc" McCleary and his wife Kathi of Emlenton; two daughters, Rita Magrini and her husband Gus of Florence, AL, and Kim McCleary of Berlin, CT; one daughter-in-law, Marty McCleary of Mayport; two brothers, Leo Dixon and his wife Shelba of Corning, NY, and Bruce Dixon and his wife Connie of Callensburg; and two brothers-in-law who made their home with her, Richard (and Kate) McCleary of Clarion and Dave (and Shirley) McCleary of Clarion. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Michael McCleary, Karena Stephens, Chris and Katie Poole and Kimberly, Mark and Michael Magrini; and four great-grandchildren, Samantha, Austin, Taylor and Renee McCleary. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two sons, Keith L. McCleary and Edwin C. McCleary. The family pet, Jaeger, also preceded her. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Goble Funeral Home in Clarion. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home with the Rev. Randy Evans officiating. Interment will be in Miola Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to the American Cancer Society, Hospice or the Clarion Forest VNA of Knox.