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Barry Ray Benning, 45, Fairhope, died May 9, 2021 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born August 17, 1975 in Meyersdale, son of Kenneth Sr. and Alma (Ohler) Benning. Preceded in death by mother and nephew Josh Benning. Survived by brothers: Carl, Kenneth, Jr., and Clarence Benning; sisters: Bonnie (Glenn) Dwire, Peggy Benning and friend Brian, and Robin (David) Poelstra; and several nieces and nephews. He was a 1994 graduate of Berlin Brothersvalley High School and was a former employee of Bedford Pallet. He loved hunting. No viewing or service at Barry's request. Arrangements entrusted to Deaner Funeral Home, Berlin. Condolences may be offered to the family at...

Eric Grant Emerick, 64, Fairhope, went to be with the Lord May 5, 2021 at Conemaugh Meyersdale Medical Center. Born Feb. 10, 1957 in Meyersdale, son of Leo and Bettie (Lowery) Emerick. Preceded in death by parents, nephew Jody Emerick, and great nephew Elijah Breegle. Survived by sisters: Lexie Lowery, Laura Caton, Roxane Ravenscraft, and Stephanie Chonko; brothers: Bryan, Michael, and Steven Emerick; and several nieces and nephews. He was a 1976 graduate of Berlin Brothersvalley High School. He worked on the family farm and attended Ridge Church, Somerset. Family will receive friends 10 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. Friday at Deaner Funeral Home, Berlin. Pastor Dan Judy officiating....

Charles H. Diest Jr., 68, of Louisa, VA, formerly of Manns Choice and Inverness, FL, died May 4, 2021 at Martha Jefferson Hospital, Charlottesville, VA. Born Nov. 28, 1952 in Somerset, son of Charles Sr. and Dorothy (Wyand) Diest. Preceded in death by parents and brother Harry. Survived by his wife of 49 years the former Karen Stanczyk; daughter Sheila Reed; son Jason Diest and fianc?e Kate Rehard; grandchildren: Nicholas, Kristi, Gabrielle, Nathan, Kristian, Kaitlyn, Kayden, and Kendall; great granddaughters: Avery and Aspen; mother-in-law Alice Mankie; and sisters: Eleanor Popovich, Carol Jean (Barry) Fogle, Dottie Robinson, Deborah Vanyo, and Barbara (Lynn) Schrock. He was a 1971 graduate...

Rev. Charles Richard Dunn, 90, Berlin, peacefully went to be with the Lord, May 1, 2021, with his family at his side. He was born on April 3, 1931, in Altoona, to James and Isabelle (Green) Dunn. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother James Dunn, sister-in-law Barbara Dunn; and brother-in-law James Herdman. Charlie was survived by his wife the former Joyce Herdman, to whom he was married for 62 year; sons James, John (Michelle), Richard, and Michael Dunn; grandchildren Kaylin, Kassidy, Christian, and John Michael Dunn; sister-in-law Sally Cronmiller, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. In 1949, he graduated from Altoona High School. With his brother Jim, he started Dunn...

Jacob Thomas Fisher, 21, Berlin, died April 30, 2021. Born July 29, 1999 in Johnstown, son of Brandon Fisher of Berlin and Denail (Oblinsky) Platt and husband Michael, Berlin. In addition to his parents, he is survived by sister Breanna Fisher; brother Charlie Fisher; niece Quinn Cerreta; paternal grandparents Thomas and Jane Fisher and Faith Maluchnik; maternal grandparents Teresa and John Oblinsky; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was a 2018 graduate of Berlin Brothersvalley High School and was a laborer for Redstone International. Member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Berlin. He participated in athletics while in high school. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and working out....

William Wade Baker, 74, Berlin, died April 26, 2021 at Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown. Born Jan. 17, 1947 in Somerset, son of Wade Franklin and Grace Leona (Miller) Baker. Preceded in death by parents, sister Nancy Maranawski, brother Jim Baker, and sister-in-law Irene Baker. Survived by his wife of 29 years, the former Pamela Coddington; children: Jeffrey A. (Mary Jo) Baker and Michael P. (Cerra) Coddington; grandchildren: Brandon A. Baker and Chelsey L. (Jeff) Hastlebarth; and great granddaughter Addilynn Hastlebarth. He was a graduate of Somerset High School and was a retired auto parts salesman. Member of SAL Squadron #445, Berlin and the New Baltimore Sportsmen's Club. He enjoyed...

Lynn A. Walker, 67, Berlin, died April 21, 2021 at Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown. Born May 15, 1953 in Johnstown, son of Jeanne (Lamberson) Walker and the late DeVon "Ted" Walker. Preceded in death by his father, grandson Gavin Konieczny, and infant sister Shelly. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 49 years, the former Robin Hummel; children: Tmara (David) Hickle, Philip (Beth) Walker, and Amanda Walker; grandchildren: Derek, Maggie, and Payton Hickle, Tylan Shaffer, Logan, Ava, and Chloe Walker, and Alexis Konieczny; sister Charlene Walker; brother Bradley (Cindy) Walker; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a graduate of Somerset High School and the dedicated...

Charles H. Burk Jr., 85, of Berlin, died April 19, 2021 at Rest Assured Living Center. Born May 25, 1935 in Brothersvalley Twp., son of Charles Sr. and Elsie Mae (Will) Burk. Preceded in death by parents, wife the former Jean Eileen Boyer, son Robert Charles Burk, and sisters Betty Cooper and Connie Mack. Survived by daughters: Carol (Norman) Croner and Cynthia (David) Miller, both of Berlin; grandchildren: Christy (Justin) Poorbaugh, Melissa (Bryan) Leininger, Cassey (Michael) DeBiase, Robert (Breanne) Layton, Brittney Miller, Janelle (Brian) Mowry, and Candace (Ryan) Donaldson; great grandchildren: Chloe and Tony DeBiase, Caden Donaldson, Cayley, Gage, and Pyper Poorbaugh, Sadie and Parker...

Thomas Joseph Logsdon, 56, of Berlin, passed away April 10, 2021 at home after a battle with cancer. Born Sept. 8, 1964 in Cumberland, MD, son of Wayne and Darlene (Baker) Logsdon of Ellerslie, MD. Preceded in death by father-in-law Dale Crabtree. Also survived by his high school sweet heart and wife of 35 years the former Laura Crabtree; sons: Joseph and Joshua, both at home; daughter: Shelby married to Chad Graham, Meyersdale; mother-in-law Doris Crabtree; sister Shelly married to Ronnie Brown; and brother Michael Logsdon and Lisa. He was a 1982 graduate of Mt. Savage High School, retired from Carpenters Union Local 1024, and was employed by Allegany County, MD. Member of Ellerslie U.M.C.,...

Richard "Dick" M. Cunningham, 83, Berlin, unexpectedly left this Earth to be in the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Good Friday, April 2, 2021. Born October 10, 1937 in Fairchance, son of William and Myrtle (Wilson) Cunningham. Preceded in death by his parents and his only son Eric Richard Cunningham who passed away on Sept. 6, 2002. Survived by his loving wife of 60 years, the former Shirley Long; daughter Kathy S. Leer, Sidman; and 2 grandchildren who he loved dearly and was very proud of for their military service, 2nd Class Petty Officer Carl Alexander Leer, recently married to the former Christine Yakicic, stationed at Joint Base Andrews in Washington, DC and Sergeant...

Harold E. Hay, 82, Garrett, died March 12, 2021 at his daughter Cathy's home. Born June 24, 1938 in Brothersvalley Twp., son of John Engle and Minnie Pearl (Ash) Hay. Preceded in death by parents, wife of 63 years, the former Betty Fike, and sister Dorothy Hay Watkins. Survived by children: Cathy (Doug) Custer, Sharon (Kevin) Fochtman, and Keith Hay and special friend Elly McKenzie; grandchildren: Jody (Steven) Berkey, Angela (Nathan) Miller, Kyle (Christie) Fochtman, Keisha (Ben) Hay, and Geordan, Cannon, and Carlyn Hay; great grandchildren: Carter, Elijah, Amyah, Maelyn, Mason, Cameron, and Brody; and sisters Ruth Brant and Sandra (William) Thompson. He was a 1956 graduate of Berlin...

Kathleen A Fisher (Dinning), 73, of Donegal, formerly of Berlin passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown. Born October 17, 1947 in Somerset, daughter of James "Chub" Dinning and Emeline (Albright) Dinning. Preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Harry R. Fisher, her parents, granddaughter Elizabeth "Izzy", father and mother-in-law Ronald "Zick" and Ida Elizabeth "Bib" (Zimmerman) Fisher, brother and sister-in-law: James and Dorthea Dinning, sister and brother-in-law Cindy and Roger Eisler and her life-long friend Pauline Hoffman. Survived by her daughters: Jodi married to Sam Kreger, Windber, Heidi married to Keith Yutzy, Elizabethtown,...

Dorothy Viola Davis, 95, of Sanford, FL, formerly of Somerset Co., died March 1, 2021 at Adventhealth Orlando, Orlando, FL. Born Nov. 12, 1925 in Somerset Co., daughter of Shannon and Lulu (Sarver) Brick. Preceded in death by parents, husband Emmert Lloyd Davis, daughter Bonnie Lou Hirst, and several brothers and sisters. Survived by grandson Joshua (Soledad) Hirst. She enjoyed reading and listening to books, quilting, and being with family. A private graveside service will be held at Berlin I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Deaner Funeral Home, Berlin. Condolences to the family may be offered at DeanerFuneralsAndCremations.com.

Mae Viola Diehl, 87, of Fairhope, died February 18, 2021 at home. Born March 18, 1933 in Northampton Twp., daughter of Herman E. and Martha V. (Leister) Martz. Preceded in death by parents, husband Glenn E., brothers: Herman G. and Karl E. Martz, and nephew Randy Martz. Survived by children: Deborah Werner and Martin (Emaline) Diehl; grandchildren: Barry (Jeff) Werner Jr., and Cary Werner; brother Phillip R. (Cil) Martz; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was a graduate of Berlin Brothersvalley High School. She worked as a waitress for many years. Mae also worked at Snyder of Berlin and was a rural mail carrier. Member of Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church, Fairhope, where she taught...

George I. Poorbaugh Jr., 97, of Garrett, died Feb. 12, 2021 at Meadow View Nursing Center. Born Sept. 12, 1923 in Fairhope, son of George I. Sr. and Violet (Butler) Poorbaugh. Preceded in death by parents, wife the former Jennie Marker, daughter Carole Beattie, son Robert Poorbaugh, grandson Nathan Poorbaugh, and son-in-law Danny Wingo. Survived by children: Gary (Twila) Poorbaugh, Sally Wingo, and Barbara (Philip) Muzina; grandchildren: Georgene (Robert) Kreger, Christine and Melissa Poorbaugh, Shawn (Rachael) Poorbaugh, Stephanie (Ed) Faidley, Erica Wingo, and Gabrielle and Logan Muzina; 12 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; and daughter-in-law Susan Poorbaugh. He was a...

John David Lake, 69, Somerset, died Feb. 11, 2021 at Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown. Born Sept. 22, 1951 in Somerset, son of Albert and Ruth (Rettig) Lake. Preceded in death by parents, son Brandon Lake, brothers: James, Daniel, and Edward Lake, and sister Dorothy Coward. Survived by wife of 33 years the former Marian Kaye Robb; son Ian Lake; grandchildren: Mackenzie and Kallista; sisters: Ruth Lamantia and Sandra Benning; and brother Ernest (Pam) Lake. He was a graduate of Forbes High School, retired Steel Worker, and currently worked as a radio dispatcher for PennDOT. He enjoyed watching baseball and Star Trek, swimming, and spending time with his family. There will be no viewing or...

Betty Laverne Hay, 81, of Garrett, died Feb. 9, 2021 at home. Born Aug. 18, 1939 in Summit Twp., daughter of Homer and Margretta (Boyer) Fike. Preceded in death by parents and brother Tom Fike. Survived by husband of 63 years Harold E.; children: Cathy (Doug) Custer, Sharon (Kevin) Fochtman, and Keith Hay and special friend Elly McKenzie; grandchildren: Jody (Steven) Berkey, Angela (Nathan) Miller, Kyle (Christie) Darr, Keisha (Ben) Hay, and Geordan, Cannon, and Carlyn Hay; great grandchildren: Carter, Elijah, Amyah, Maelyn, Mason, Cameron, and Brody; and sister Eva Weyant. She attended Meyersdale High School. Betty was a retired Certified Nurse's Aide at the former Maple Mountain Manor, did...

Dolores Ann Blough, 82, Berlin, went to be with the Lord January 29, 2021 at UPMC Somerset Hospital. Born March 27, 1938 in Windber, daughter of Leroy T. and Cora Mae (Webb) Dugan. Preceded in death by parents; sisters Lavina Will and Katherine Shumaker; brother Kenneth Mitchell; and four grandchildren already in Heaven. Survived by her husband of 65 years, Irvin Earl Blough, Jr.; daughters Brenda (Paul) Bomboy, Hooversville, and Deborah (Barry) Ohler, Friedens; grandchildren: Michael Layton and fianc?e Alexis Freoni, Lori (Shaun) Shaulis, and Dustin (Ashley) Ohler; great grandchildren: Carter and Reese Shaulis, Bryson, Gabriel, and Jase Ohler; brother Harry Mitchell; and special friend...

Derron Twombly, 47, Berlin, died January 26, 2021 at UPMC Somerset Hospital. Born February 4, 1973 in Somerset, son of Audrey (Keefer) Twombly and the late Donald B. Twombly. Preceded in death by sister Joyce A. Twombly. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 25 years the former Tammy Sarver; children Marshall and Morgan Twombly; sister Nancy (Daniel) Weighley; and brother Scott (Terrie) Twombly. He was a 1991 graduate of Berlin Brothersvalley High School and was the owner/operator of Twombly Contracting. Member of Trinity United Church of Christ, Berlin. He enjoyed hunting and spending time with friends and family. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m....

Harry A. "Skinny" Caton, 90 years old of Edgewood, NM, formerly Berlin, passed away peacefully Friday, January 22, 2021 at University of New Mexico Hospital with his daughter Patricia at his side. Harry was born September 11, 1930 son of Harry William and Edna (Burkett) Caton. September 18, 1949, Harry married Harriett Showers from Tannersville, NY in Saugerties, NY. He is survived by a brother Robert V. Caton of Meyersdale, a daughter Patricia and spouse Ronald Kane, of Pueblo West, CO, a son Harry Dan Caton of Edgewood, NM, and a daughter Sherri and spouse Robert Fluke of State College, six grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. Harry retired after 40 years with Western Union...

Betty Jean Krepelka, 89, of Berlin, died January 22, 2021 at UPMC Mercy, Pittsburgh. Born March 14, 1931 in Berlin, daughter of Leroy W. "Watty" and Raye E. (Hoffman) Diveley. Preceded in death by parents, husband of 65 years John R. Sr., daughter Jane Marie Krepelka, grandson Lucas Woy, brothers Leroy and Charles Diveley; and sisters Anna Mae Witt and Catherine Woytek. She is the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survived by children: Joyce married to Daniel Woy Jr. of Bakersville, John Jr. married to the former Sandy Pittman, Michael married to the former Cindy Aurndt, Thomas, Christopher married to the former Christine Augustine, and Stephen, all of Berlin; grandchildren:...