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Strange& Weaver Funeral Service, 171 Deer Creek Road, Morrisdale, PA (2026)

02/11/2026

Vincent N. Humenay, Sr.

Vincent N. Humenay, Sr., age 77 of Morrisdale, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at his residence.

Born July 24, 1948, in Philipsburg, he was the son of the late George and Mary (Hanchulak) Humenay.

On June 12, 1976, at Palestine United Methodist Church, Morrisdale, he wed the love of his life, Gloria (Hubler) Humenay, who survives at home.

Also surviving are his children, Vince Humenay and wife Kara; Sara Phillips and husband Jeff; Eric Humenay and wife Sierra; nine grandchildren; his siblings, Tom Humenay; Mirella Berger; and Regina Mansell.

Along with his parents, Vincent was preceded in death by his sister, Joan Gunter; his brothers, George and Francis Humenay.

Vincent attended the Palestine Bible Church, Morrisdale. He was a veteran of the US Navy during the Vietnam Era from 1967-1971. After a career as an industrial welder, he embraced a peaceful retirement, finding his greatest joy in the company of his wife, children, and grandchildren.

He was an avid outdoorsman where he enjoyed turkey hunting the most. He also enjoyed classic cars and going to car shows.

Family and friends will be received on Friday, February 13, 2026, from 4-7:00 PM at Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Palestine Bible Church, Morrisdale, with Pastor Jeffery Lauer officiating. Military Honors will be accorded at the church.

He will be laid to rest in Palestine Cemetery, Morrisdale.

Family suggests memorial contributions be made to, Palestine Bible Church, c/o David Mulhollem, PO Box 35, Lanse, PA 16849.

02/02/2026

Ruth Elizabeth Shirey

Ruth Elizabeth Shirey, age 84 of Morrisdale, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Windy Hill, Philipsburg.

Born December 9, 1941, in Pinchy (Morrisdale) she was the daughter of the late Whitney and Clara E. (Smeal) Evans.

On October 12, 1961, she wed the love of her life, Boyd Shirey who preceded her in death on August 10, 2017 after 56 years of marriage.

Surviving are her children, Evelyn Martell and husband Randy, Frenchville; Elizabeth Graham, Woodland and Mary Shirey, Morrisdale, her grandchildren, Kimberly Martell, Randy Martell Jr. and companion, Brittany Terry; Allen Root and companion Tiffany Williams; Nathan Root; great-grandchildren, Makenzie Martell, Eleanor Martell, Cammie Root, Payton Root, Kendrick, Makayla, Marcelino; and Karlee; Russell Evans and wife Cindy, Philipsburg, Carl Evans and wife Betty, Houtzdale; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Along with her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by an infant sister, Deloris Evans, sister Neva Shirey and infant brother, Chester Evans; and brother, Richard Evans, Sr.

Ruth was a member of the Keystone Bible Holiness Church, Winburne. She was a homemaker and a very warm, loving, caring person who enjoyed going to church, spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She always had time for family and friends to stop and smile and talk for a while.

She loved reading her Bible, feeding the birds, planting flowers, playing horseshoes and helping anyone in need.

She will be forever missed by those that knew her.

Family and friends will be received on Friday, February 6, 2026, at Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, from 6-8:00 PM and again on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 11 until time of service at 1:00 pm in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Rex Evans officiating.

A time of fellowship and a luncheon will follow at the Morris Township Volunteer Fireman’s Recreation Center, 1104 Deer Creek Road, Morrisdale.

Ruth will be laid to rest in Palestine Cemetery, Morrisdale.

01/26/2026

Homer S. Cowder

Homer S. Cowder, age 89, of Clearfield, went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 23, 2026 at Mt. Laurel Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield.

Surviving are his daughter, Jeanette G. Ostrofsky and husband Eric, Munson;
his grandchildren, Ricky Dunlap and Jessica Little; his great-granddaughter, Maddy Little and his brother, Caroll Cowder, Shiloh;

The family would like to thank the nurses and aides at Mt. Laurel Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield, for their special care of Homer.

There will be no p***c visitation.

A Celebration of Life will be celebrated at a later date.

Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, is in charge of the arrangements.

01/16/2026

James H. Nelson

James H. Nelson, age 84 of Grassflat, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at his residence.

Born October 29, 1941, in Grassflat, he was the son of the late Algot John and Elverda (Wick) Nelson.

On July 3, 1965, in Shepherd of the Hills Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lanse, he wed the love of his life, Linda L. (Stiner) Nelson, of 60 years and who survives at home.

Also surviving are their children, Jamie McCracken, Grassflat; James L. Nelson, Grassflat; his grandchildren, Eric McCracken; Drew McCracken; his great-granddaughter, Lena McCracken, all of Clearfield; his siblings, Ernest Nelson; Larry Nelson, Jean Gilham, Joan Royer and numerous nieces and nephews.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Marie Krause, and brother Tom Nelson.

James was a member of the Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lanse. He also was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, 941, Grassflat for over 50 years.

Family will gather at Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lanse on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Visitation begins at 11:00 AM, followed by the service at 12:00 Noon, with Pastor Vicki Bielfuss officiating.

His final resting place will be Grassflat Lanse Lutheran Cemetery in Grassflat.

Johnson Funeral Home, Grassflat, is in charge of the arrangements.

01/14/2026

Gail E. Ohl

Gail E. Ohl, age 74 of Morrisdale, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Mt. Nittany Medical Center, State College.

Born April 27, 1951, in Philipsburg, she was the daughter of the late Peter Paul, Sr. and Marjorie (Kennelley) Adomis.

Surviving are her daughter, Jennifer E. Brickley, Morrisdale; her granddaughter, Vesta E. Brickley, Morrisdale; her siblings, Peter Paul Adomis, Jr., James E. Adomis and wife Mary, Windsor, PA; and John F. Adomis and wife Denise, Red Lion, PA; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Ronald Allen Ohl.

Gail was the epitome of what hard work and dedication could achieve. She was a successful business owner, thoroughly enjoying accounting and tax preparation. She was always happy to help her clients and, as an enrolled agent, when she went head-to-head with the IRS, the clients often walked away with a smile. Gail loved her employees and considered many of them family, and vice versa, which is why her business was so successful. When she retired, clients called her and begged her to do their return "one more time."

More than her business, though, Gail loved and was devoted to her family and enjoyed spending time with them as often as she could. She enjoyed boating and fishing, scrapbooking, and traveling, but she especially loved supporting her daughter and granddaughter at horse shows.

Friends and family will be received on Sunday, January 18, 2026 from 2-5:00 PM at Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale.

Private services will be held with Pastor Gary Jewart officiating.

She will be laid to rest in Rest Haven Memorial Park, Lock Haven, PA.

01/14/2026

Leo Anthony Pezzulla

Leo Anthony Pezzulla, age 93 of Morrisdale, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at his residence.

Born September 19, 1932, he was the son of the late Anthony and Gertrude (Coudriet) Pezzulla.

He had wed the love of his live, Anna Mae Pezzulla who preceded him in death on November 24, 2024.

Surviving is his sister, Marie Biddle, Twin Falls, ID; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Along with his parents and wife, he was preceded by, sisters, Ermina Po***ck; Jenny Pezzulla; Josephine Pezzilla; Frances Beightol; Veronica James; Judy Valery.

Leo was a veteran of the US Army serving during the Korean Conflict where he was awarded the National Defense Medal, United Nations Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Korean Service Medal and the Presidential Unit Citation.

Family and friends will be received at Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, on Saturday, January 17, 2026 from 11:00 Noon until time of service in the funeral home chapel at 1:00 PM with Deacon Dennis Socash officiating.

He will be laid to rest in St. Agnes Roman Catholic Cemetery, Morrisdale.

01/13/2026

Kathryn Ann Caldwell
Kathryn Ann Caldwell, 84, of Houtzdale, PA was called home to the Lord on January 10, 2026, at Greene Acres Rehabilitation and Nursing in Stanardsville, VA. She was born on May 16,1941 in Karthaus, PA to the late William (Bill) Hahn and Minnie Mae (Gaines) Hahn.
Kathryn was a graduate of Clearfield High School and continued her education and received an Associate Degree in Business Management from Clearfield Vo-Technical School. Kathryn worked for H&R block doing taxes, managing Rite-Aid Stores, as well as the, The Dollar General Store, which she worked until she retired.
Kathryn Was a member of the Kerr Addition Methodist Church and enjoyed being a part of the Ladies Aux. where she made and sold Peanut-Butter Eggs for years to help raise money for her church. Kathryn had many hobbies. She loved to watch NASCAR, 48 Jimmy Johnson, and enjoyed sewing, as well as Scrapbooking. She was a great cook, and she could bake like her Mamma. Kathryn was a great party planner whether it was a birthday party or family reunion, she enjoyed having her family all together. She enjoyed being outside working in her flower garden or just sitting on the porch playing with her grandkids. Kathryn had a fascination with clouds, she would always be looking up, trying to find different shapes and images within them. Kathryn loved to visit, whether you were her friend or an acquaintance, she would go out of her way to make sure she was present for you; Kathryn’s greatest joy was her family. She is survived by 5 children and their families, her daughter, Anna (Ogden) Grunklee and husband Kevin; Lisa Ogden and partner Paul Wood, Dana Ogden; Clorise Eles and partner Dale Grecco and son, Trent Ogden and his wife Cindy. Kathryn had 15 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great granddaughter.

Kathryn also had two stepsons, Dan Caldwell and wife Kim; Shawn Caldwell and wife Nikki, and their children. Kathryn is also survived by her sisters, Janice Gunter, and Geradine Folmer; a brother, Harold Hahn and wife Bernadine, and many nieces and nephews. In addition to Kathryn's parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Dwayne (Wayne) Caldwell, sister Helen Hahn, brother Ronald Hahn, brothers-in-law, Harry Gunter and Allen Folmer. Also preceded in death is George (Jr.) Ogden, her children's father.

Funeral services will be held at the Strange and Weaver Funeral Home in Morrisdale PA officiating is Pastor Jeff Lauer. Visitation will be held Monday, January 19th from 5-8 pm and Tuesday, January 20th from 10-11am. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 20 at 11am. Procession following to the Oak Hill Cemetery. There will be a Celebration of Life gathering at the Summit Hill Bible Church, 721 Summit Hill Road, Morrisdale, PA following.

01/07/2026

Berva (Shimmel) Damm
May 1, 1925–January 6, 2026
Berva Mae Damm, 100, of Duncansville, died Tuesday at the Presbyterian Home in Hollidaysburg from complications from COVID-19. She was born in West Decatur, one of 6 children of the late Richard and Zola (Parks) Shimmel. On May 1, 1945, she married Herbert F. Damm, the love of her life, who died on November 20, 2002.
She is predeceased by 3 sisters, 2 brothers, and 1 granddaughter. She is survived by her son Richard Dahm, of Englewood, FL, Joanne Rodgers, of Duncansville, 3 granddaughters, 2 grandsons, 8 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews across generations.
A single newspaper column can’t contain a century-long life. As a teenager, Berva left West Decatur for Niagara Falls, NY, where she lived for 33 years working first at Nabisco, and then at Bell Aircraft during WW2. At the war’s end, she took a train by herself to California to marry Herbert as he awaited discharge from the Navy, where they lived briefly before returning to raise their children in Niagara Falls. She volunteered with the Boy and Girl Scouts of America and Child Evangelism Fellowship, taught Sunday school at First Nazarene Church, organized donations for the March of Dimes, and ushered at Artpark. In 1978, Berva and Herbert retired to Davenport, FL, where they lived for 24 years until Herbert’s death in 2002. She moved to Duncansville in 2003.
To know Berva was to love her and her spitfire sense of humor. Her large heart and her connection to the past will be missed by all who knew her.
A viewing will be held at 11:00 on Saturday, Jan. 10, at Strange and Weaver Funeral Home in Morrisdale, followed by a service at 1:00. The family asks for donations to Duncansville EMS, 1414 Peach Street, Duncansville, PA 16635, in lieu of flowers.
Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, is in charge of the arrangements

01/04/2026

Dora Mae Knepp

Dora Mae Knepp, age 89 of Wallaceton, went to be with the Lord on January 1, 2026 at her residence.

Born June 18, 1936 in Woodland, she was the daughter of the late Leroy S. and Susie I. (Knepp) Lowder.

On April 10, 1954, she wed the love of her life of 71 years, Harold “Sparkey” Knepp, who survives at home.

Also surviving are her children, Mrs. Janet Wisor and husband Richard, Wallaceton; Mrs. Vicky Herman and husband Richard, Osceola Mills; Mrs. Krista Cole and husband Dennis, Wallaceton; seven grandchildren; and fourteen great-grandchildren.

Along with her parents, she was preceded by a daughter, Mrs. Kathy English, November 5, 2024; her son-in-law, Roger English, June 22, 2018, a granddaughter, Gina English; her brothers, Norman Lowder, Ronald Lowder and Larry Lowder.

Dora was a member of the Wallaceton United Methodist Church, Wallaceton. She was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family.

Family and friends will be received on Monday, January 5, 2026 from 4-7:00 PM at Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, followed by a funeral service at 7:00 pm, in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Kathie Ann Pearcy officiating.

She will be laid to rest in the Reidy Cemetery, Wallaceton.

We would like to extend our heartful thank you to the Penn Highlands Hospital Hospice, for being so loving, caring and helpful during this difficult time.

Family suggests memorial contributions be made to: Harold “Sparkey” Knepp, 128 Pine Street, Wallaceton, PA 16876

01/02/2026

Lacey Lynn Curtis

Lacey Lynn Curtis, age 47 of Morrisdale, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh.

Born November 2, 1978 in Bay City, MI, she was the daughter of the late step-father William VanDyke and her mother, Joyce (Seal) VanDyke who survives in Morrisdale.

Also surviving are her children, Keeley Bloom, West Decatur; Denver McGuire, Morrisdale; her grandchildren, DaVaden, Alionna, Vinlee, Katricea, and Lakota Bloom; her siblings, Tony Curtis and wife Sonya, Olanta; William Vandyke and wife Sam, Osceola Mills; Step-sister, Michelle Dennis Sugden; Step-brother, Mark Dennis.

Along with her step-father, she was preceded by her sister, Trisha Marie Curtis in 1996 and grandparents, Bob and Marge Seal.

Lacey was an animal lover and a fighter her whole life. Always there to help others, even when battling her own problems. She always had a smile on her face and the little things meant the world to her. She loved her family and close friends as they also meant the world to her. She enjoyed her music, singing and dancing.

Immediate family will be received on January 24, 2026 at Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, at 10:00 AM then friends and remaining family will be received from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM, in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Kenneth Zitsch officiating. Following the service there will be a dinner at the Morris Township Recreation Center, 1105 Deer Creek Road, Morrisdale, with music.

01/02/2026

Kenneth Paul Lucas, Sr.

Kenneth Paul Lucas, Sr. age 61 of Philipsburg, went to be with the Lord on December 31, 2025 at his residence.

Born November 29, 1964 in Philipsburg, he was the son of the late Harry and Evelynn (Williams) Lucas.

Kenneth married the love of his life, Robin (Kustaborder) Lucas who survives at home.

Also surviving are his children, Josette Fetters and husband Randy, Jr., Grassflat; Kenneth Lucas, Jr., Philipsburg; Paul Lucas and companion Casey Krautbuer, Drifting; Kendra Walker and husband, John Walker, Philipsburg; Travis Lucas and companion Glady Shoffner; Philipsburg; seventeen grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; his siblings, Herman Lucas, Sr. Amelia Ghaner and Betty Bilbay.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Harry; and his in-law’s, Joan Kustaborder and James Hammond, Jr.

Kenneth had been a mechanic until he retired. He would do anything for anyone and loved talking and joking around. He loved to tinker on things; loved the outdoors, camping, fishing, country music, oldies music, his dogs, hanging out with his friends, playing pool, horseshoes, and being sound man for the former Reckless Endangerment and Missing Link Bands. But most of all, he loved spending time with his loving family.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.

Family suggests donations may be made to: Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, c/o Kenneth Lucas, Sr. Account, PO Box 238, 171 Deer Creek Road, Morrisdale, PA 16858 and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to, Robin A Lucas, 98 N 13th Street, Philipsburg, PA 16866.

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