DEANER FUNERAL HOME - STOYSTOWN

Cynthia Ann Bowers, 63, Friedens, went to be with Lord in heaven on April 19, 2022. Cindy was born on September 1, 1958 in Somers Point, NJ to the late C. Paul and Joan (Barrett) McCardell. Survived by her husband of 46 years, David; sons: Robert (Nicki) Bowers and Dennis (Erica) Bowers; grandchildren: Mary, Gracie, Benjamin, Alexis, and Brooke Bowers; and brother Richard (Amy Jo) McCardell and their son Cristian. She will be remembered for her infectious laugh, sense of humor, and good-natured banter. Cindy's heart and soul was her family. To have been in Cindy's circle was to be loved as if you were one of her own. In addition to her immediate family, she leaves a far-reaching legacy of...

Thomas "Sky" Knecht, 73, Windber, died April 28, 2021 at UPMC Altoona. Born Jan. 12, 1948 in Windber, son of Stephen and Catherine (Casper) Knecht. Preceded in death by parents, brother Stephen Knecht, and sister Carolyn Coward. Survived by wife of 50 years the former Marsha Custer; sons: Michael and Tracy Knecht and Robert and Apryl Knecht; grandchildren: Nathan, Mitchell, Nicholas, and Autumn (fianc? Mitchell Miesco) Knecht; great granddaughter Aloniah Miesco; and sister Catherine (Bruce) Pertko. He was a graduate of Catholic Central High School, Steubenville, OH, and an Army Helicopter Pilot in the Vietnam War. He was a coal miner and a pilot in the coal industry. Member of Grace Lutheran...

Thomas "Sky" Knecht, 73, Windber, died April 28, 2021 at UPMC Altoona. Born Jan. 12, 1948 in Windber, son of Stephen and Catherine (Casper) Knecht. Preceded in death by parents, brother Stephen Knecht, and sister Carolyn Coward. Survived by wife of 50 years the former Marsha Custer; sons: Michael and Tracy Knecht and Robert and Apryl Knecht; grandchildren: Nathan, Mitchell, Nicholas, and Autumn (fianc? Mitchell Miesco) Knecht; great granddaughter Aloniah Miesco; and sister Catherine (Bruce) Pertko. He was a graduate of Catholic Central High School, Steubenville, OH, and an Army Helicopter Pilot in the Vietnam War. He was a coal miner and a pilot in the coal industry. Member of Grace Lutheran...

Janet L. Lucas, 80, of Stoystown, went to be with the Lord Apr. 13, 2021 at UPMC Somerset. Born Dec. 24, 1940 in Jenner Twp., daughter of John M. and Margaret (Kelly) Kuncher. Preceded in death by parents, daughter Virginia Lucas, son James J. Lucas, 5 brothers, and 4 sisters. Survived by children: Wanda Rozinsky (Troy Friedline), Lisa Lucas, Andrew Lucas, Brenda Sterner (husband Paul), and Michael Lucas (wife Marilou); her beloved grandchildren: Grace, Miley, Brianna, Kristen, and Javan Lucas, Jennifer (Frank) Martin, Candi Miller, James Emerick, and Samantha and Brittany Johnson; great grandchildren: Emerson, Mikayla, Rylie, Serenity, Avery, Noah, Riker, Karmen, and Jeremy; brother Bill...

Emmett Wilbur "Yogi" Barron, 83, Friedens, died April 5, 2021 at home. Born Dec. 18, 1937 in Friedens, son of Ira and Elsie (Yoder) Barron. Preceded in death by parents; son Craig; brothers: Richard, Samuel, and Ray Barron; and sisters: Luella Ringer, Peggy Mangus, and Judy Tallentire. Survived by his wife of 60 years the former Shirley Brant; son Chad and fianc?e Belinda Gross and family, John Stiffey; grandchildren: Brent Barron and fianc?e Cambria Wierman, and Rose, Travis, and Chris Barron; daughter-in-law Debra Barron; sisters: Connie Bowers and Donna Pyle; brother-in-law C. Herbert Harmon; and several nieces and nephews. He was a 1955 graduate of Somerset High School, where he excelled...

Mildred A. Flickinger, 78, Berlin, died April 2, 2021 at UPMC Altoona. Born Oct. 22, 1942 in Somerset, daughter of Clarence and Lottie (Barndt) Bailey. Preceded in death by parents, husband James Presley Flickinger, son Richard Flickinger, sisters: Elda and Grace Frampton; and brothers: Nelson, Ralph, Eugene, and Harold Bailey. Survived by daughter Wanda (James) Emerick, Boswell; grandchildren: David Flickinger, Lisa Flickinger and fianc? Ronald Miller Jr., and Justin Ernst; great granddaughter Aubrey Miller; step grandchildren: Jennifer Emerick and fianc? Benjamin Christy, Cassidy (Jack) Shaffer, and Ashley (Charles) Haller; and 7 step great grandchildren. She was formerly employed at...

Donald Ray Trent, 94, New Albany, OH, formerly of Friedens, died March 31, 2021. Born October 5, 1926 in Friedens, son of Mervin and Grace (Walker) Trent. Preceded in death by parents, wife of 56 years the former Mary Catherine Pile, brothers: Bruce, Jay, Mervin and Robert Trent, and sisters: Betty Weaver, Nora Sechler and Pauline Hoover. Survived by daughter Melody married to Kevin Berg, Gahanna, OH, son Bradley Trent married to the former Sharon Sparks, Leesburg, VA; grandchildren: Westly Tibbs (Cindy), Anastasia Trent, Maeve Henry (Nathan), Austin & Spencer Berg and great granddaughters: Nora & Isla Henry and brother Lewis Trent. He was a W.W. II Navy Veteran serving on the USS...

Agnes Housel, 89, Stoystown, died March 31, 2021 at West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born April 25, 1931 in Bedford County, daughter of John and Laura (Amick) Hillegass. Preceded in death by parents, husband Robert F. Housel, 3 sisters, and 3 brothers. Survived by children: Donna Lee (Kenneth) Simms, Diana Lynn (Timothy) Gosnell, and Robin Carol Guilliams; grandchildren: John, Glen, Jeremy, and Rebecca; 7 great grandchildren; and sister Donna Marie Cole. She retired after preparing Meals on Wheels for the Office on Aging for several years. Family will receive friends from 3 p.m. until service at 4:30 p.m. Friday at Deaner Funeral Home, Stoystown. Pastor Sharon Fox officiating. Interment Mt....

Barbara Ann Hegadus, 84, Shanksville, died March 25, 2021 at Countryside Personal Care Home, Friedens. Born Sept. 10, 1936 in Johnstown, daughter of Nicholas and Barbara D. (Matula) Bajic. Preceded in death by parents and husband of 63 years Lewis Hegadus Jr. Survived by daughters: Erika married to Kevin Wilt, and Celeste Hegadus, both of Shanksville; grandchildren: Kenton Wilt and girlfriend Natasha Meck, and Lexus Wilt and boyfriend Dalton Sheffield; brother and sister-in-law Theodore "Ted" (Linda) Hegadus, Stewart, FL; and brother-in-law Joseph Polacek, Daisytown. She was a graduate of Catholic High School, Johnstown, and co-owner of the former B & L Market, Shanksville, for 30 years....

Samuel Charles Armstrong, 91, of Somerset, died Mar. 15, 2021 at UPMC Somerset. Born Feb. 7, 1930 in Pittsburgh, son of Mary (Armstrong) Bell. Preceded in death by grandparents who raised him Alvin and Ida Armstrong, parents, wife the former Lois Keirn, son Wade, brother Byron Armstrong, and sister-in-law Polly Bell. Survived by children: Kaylyn married to Michael Brant, Sipesville, Keith married to the former Lori Heist, Johnstown, Lance married to the former Donna Reasner, Muncy; grandchildren: Jason (Erin) and Bryan (Charlotte) Brant, Rebecca (Matthew) Bennett, and Emily, Liam, Jonathan, and Andrew Armstrong; great grandchildren: Olivia Wilkerson and Reilly Brant; brother David Bell; and...

Brigadier General Larry Gene Powell (Major General Retired), of Stoystown, died March 7, 2021 at his home. Born in New Castle, son of the late Clarence Curtis and Thelma Kathleen (Salmon) Powell. Survived by his wife of 57 years the former Marlene Whitsel, 3 children, 8 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. He graduated from Union Township High School and Penn State University with a B.S. in Forestry. He joined the U.S. Army in 1965 and spent 35 years with the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, serving at many Army posts in the U.S. and Germany. He established Appalachian Forest Consultants and operated the business for fifty-plus years till the time of his death. General Powell was a man...

Mary Louise Peterman, 84, Chambersburg formerly of Friedens, died March 6, 2021 at home. Born April 12, 1936 in Tire Hill, daughter of Charles M. and Anna E. (Vinsoky) Oster. Preceded in death by parents, husband of 56 years Kenneth "Jay" Peterman, brother Walter E. Oster, and sister Margaret J. Powell. Survived by daughter: Tina Louise married to Kent Franklin, Falls Church, VA; sisters: Doris Mastrocola, Camillus, NY, Dorothy M. Meinke and Anna Mae Matse, both of Chambersburg, and Barbara (Paul) Muro, Lambertsville. She was a 1954 graduate of Conemaugh Twp. High School and was retired from Arlington County, VA where she worked from 1979-1995. Member of Hooversville Church of the Brethren....

Joy Darlene "Midge" Latham, 74, Somerset, died Feb. 25, 2021 at UPMC Somerset. Born Feb. 21, 1947 in Somerset, daughter of Glenn J. and Ruth E. (Peterman) Boyer. Preceded in death by parents, husband Charles, brother Daniel Boyer, and sister Gwen Smith. Survived by daughter Laura married to Travis Hetrick and son Erik Latham; grandchildren Chantel and Devon Latham; brother Glenn J. Boyer, Jr., and special friend Brian Rollo. She was a 1964 graduate of Forbes High School. No service at this time. Inurnment Odd Fellows Cemetery, Stoystown. Arrangements entrusted to Deaner Funeral Home, Stoystown. Condolences may be offered at DeanerFuneralsAndCremations.com.

Patrick John Ibinson, 91, Somerset, died Feb. 21, 2021 at home surrounded by his family. Born March 17, 1929 in Bethel Park, son of Thomas and Helen (Morrison) Ibinson. Preceded in death by parents and brother Thomas. Survived by his wife of 68 years the former Faye DeArmitt; children: Debra married to Terry Neilan, Austin TX, Patrick John Jr., Winchester, VA, and Sean Thomas married to the former Elizabeth Haacke, Somerset; grandchildren: India Neilan, Tabitha Ibinson, Erin Saylor, Tara Ibinson, Ashley Jo (Austin) Carr, Sean Thomas II (Allison) Ibinson, Lauren (Sam) Livengood, and Jason Olivares; and great grandchildren: Jackson and Jameson Livengood, Owen Carr, and Ellieana Ibinson. He was...

Thelma Marie Rice, 84, of Somerset, formerly of Lusby, MD and Stoystown, died Feb. 20, 2021 at The Patriot. Born Feb. 27, 1936 in Winterville, ME, daughter of Florence and Marie Ange (Michaud) Dunn. Preceded in death by parents, husband Claude W., sisters Jackie Boettger and Cecile King, brother Gerald Dunn, and companion of many years Donald E. Bouchard. Survived by sons: Bill married to the former Iona Novison, Somerset, and Matt, Greensburg; sisters: Frances (Arthur) Good and Marion (Neil) Bourgoin; brother Roger Dunn; several nieces and nephews; extended loving family: Capt. Donald M. Bouchard (USN Ret.), James E. Bouchard, Rita M. Linnenkamp, and Michelle A. Bouchard, and their...

Elsie J. Mitchell, 85, Stoystown, died Feb. 20, 2021 at home. Born February 23, 1935 in Stonycreek, daughter of Harrison and Cora (Hay) Fieg. Preceded in death by husbands: Robert Mitchell, William Reuther, and William D. McClellan; son Ricky McClellan, grandson Luke McClellan, sisters: Betty Dwire and Sarah Hansen; brothers: Leo, Fred, Harry, Henry, Jacob, and James Fieg; and son-in-law William Campbell. Survived by son Greg McClellan married to the former Susan Weyant; daughter Bonnie Campbell; grandchildren: Mark and Chad (Marsha) McClellan, Derrin (Jessica), Dustin (Keri) and David (Kimberly) Campbell; great grandchildren: Brady Chabol, Alicia Marie, Denver, and Lola Rose Campbell, and...

Donald Glenn Markley, 82, Boswell, died Feb. 13, 2021 at Countryside Personal Care Home. Born Aug. 7, 1938 in Johnstown, son of Herbert and Nellie (Hostetler) Markley. Preceded in death by parents; wife the former Nancy Jean Davis; and 5 siblings. Survived by children: Daniel married to the former Marilyn Kris, Johnstown, Dana Markley, Central City, Heidi Henry, North Carolina, and Melissa married to Addam Pristas, Stoystown; grandchildren: Jacob, Maria, Leah, Zachary, Alexander, Lauren Grace, Ryan (Holly), Raya (Derek), Mitchel, and Max; great grandchildren: Dawson and Thea; and siblings: Catherine Thomas, Willard (Carole) Markley, Barry Markley, and Donna Markley. He was a graduate of...

Kenneth "Kenny" Lee Manges, 80, West Palm Beach, FL, formerly of Stoystown RD, died February 10, 2021 at JFK Medical Center. Born September 27, 1940 in Johnstown, PA, son of the late Merrill and Thelma (McNeal) Manges. Survived by daughters: Debra Manges, Jennifer (Umberto) Gaudino-Manges, and Nancy (Jeremy) Ruegg; and grandson Joshua Manges. He was a 1958 graduate of Shanksville-Stonycreek High School and served in the Marine Corps. He was an inspector of newly constructed buildings and had served as the superintendent for construction on Three Rivers Stadium. Kenneth was a Christian and loved spending time with his family, including frequent trips to Disney World. He was a kind, loving,...

Robin Eileen Leasure, 66, Friedens, died January 30, 2021 at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown. Born Sept. 8, 1954 in Wilmington, DE, daughter of James and Patricia Ann (Engleka) Lyons. Preceded in death by parents, step mother Evelyn "Marge" Lyons, daughter Tracy Leasure, granddaughter Jylyan Leasure, and step brothers Melvin and Blaine Sleasman. Survived by her life partner of 26 years William Coddington; children: Tanya (Keith) Nair, Listie, Shawn (Darcy Sechler) Leasure, Washington, and Chrissi Leasure, Jennerstown; grandchildren: Brianna (Adam) Smail, Ethan, Drew, Meghan, and Kelci Leasure; great grandchildren: Emily, Lillyan, Peyton, and Kyra Smail; and brothers and sisters:...

Dorothy Mae Weyant, 89, of Berlin, formerly of Shanksville, died Jan. 29, 2021 at Meadow View Nursing Center. Born Feb. 21, 1931 in Shanksville, daughter of Charles and Leona (Ringler) Miller. Preceded in death by parents, husband Clair S. Weyant, grandson Luke McClellan, son-in-law James Strohm, and brother Nevin Miller. Survived by children: Carol Weyant, Terry (Angie) Weyant, Donald (Gloria) Weyant, Susan (Gregory) McClellan, Alma (Raymond) Hetrick, Tammy Strohm, Clair (Gail) Weyant; and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren. She was a retired clerk from Ida's Country Store, Shanksville. Member of St. Mark Lutheran Church. No viewing or service at...

Jonas Rudy Byler, 88, of Reedsville, PA, died Monday, January 25, 2021 at a daughter's home in Oskaloosa, KS. Mr. Byler was born February 8, 1932 at Reedsville, PA, the son of John Z. and Amelia Yoder Byler. He was a lifelong farmer in Reedsville area. He was a member of the Somerset Mennonite Fellowship, Stoystown, PA. He was married to Olive Dorothy Peachey on February 21, 1957 at Belleville, PA, Mrs. Byler preceded him in death on September 16, 2006. He was also preceded by one grandson, Aaron Beachy, two great-grandsons, Colton Burkholder and Hansel Alturki, a daughter-in-law, Bertha Byler, and one sister, Fannie Hostetler. Mr. Byler is survived by three sons, John (Martha) Byler,...