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12/05/2025

Frederick Martin Luther, 85, of Hawk Run, passed away surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on August 21, 1940, in Philipsburg, Fred lived a life defined by faith, service, and
unwavering devotion to those he cared for.
On October 8, 1966, Fred married the love of his life, Marion (Mehallow) Luther. Together they
shared 59 wonderful years of marriage, building a family rooted in love, compassion, and
commitment. Fred is survived by his beloved wife, Marion, and their three children: Susan Haas
(Jeffrey), Mark Luther (Melissa), and David Luther (Debra). He was a proud grandfather to six
grandchildren Savanna, Tyler, Tanner, Trever, Madeline, and Charlie, each of whom brought him
immense joy.
Fred honorably served his country as a member of the United States Army, spending time in
Germany from 1958 to 1961. After his military service, he pursued higher education, graduating
from The Pennsylvania State University and earning his Master’s Degree from Indiana
University of Pennsylvania.
He began his teaching career at St. Marys High School, where he first discovered his passion
for guiding and mentoring young people. He later continued his career at Clearfield High School,
where he taught business courses for 33 years before retiring in 2001. His calm presence,
steady guidance, and genuine support left a lasting impression on generations of students.
A devout and active member of St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church in Hawk Run,
Fred gave generously of his time and talents. He taught catechism classes for many years and
assisted wherever he was needed, living out his faith through service.
Fred was also well known throughout the community for his love of athletics. A standout athlete
himself, he was recognized at Philipsburg-Osceola for his exceptional football talent. He later
coached boys’ basketball at both West Branch and Clearfield, mentoring young athletes with
patience, encouragement, and a true passion for the game. A devoted sports fan, he loved all
things Penn State—especially football, basketball, and wrestling—and proudly supported all
Pittsburgh sports teams.
Those who knew Fred will remember him for his patience, kindness, and willingness to help
others. He found his greatest joy in time spent with family, especially attending his
grandchildren’s sporting events and celebrating their accomplishments.
A viewing will be held on Monday, December 8, 2025, from 10:00 to 10:30 AM at St. John the
Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church in Hawk Run. The Funeral Divine Liturgy will follow at 10:30
AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church in
Fred’s memory.
Fred Luther will be deeply missed by his family and friends and all who were blessed to know
him. May his memory be eternal.

11/28/2025

M. Franklin Voinchet

M. Franklin Voinchet “Frank” 92 of Lanse, passed away peacefully November 27 in the memory care unit at the Preserve at Cedarwood in Tyrone PA.
Frank was born in Frenchville on January 6, 1933. He is preceded in death by his parents

Edith Perrot Voinchet and Francis Voinchet. His surviving siblings are Eileen Pisaneschi of Frenchville and Mary Stewart of Clearfield and several nieces and nephews. His deceased siblings are Frances Williams of Towanda and R. George Voinchet of Pittsburgh.

He was a 1951 graduate of Clearfield Area High School. He served in the U.S. Army 1953-1955. A charter member of the Frenchville VFW Post # 8386.

On June 29,1957 he wed Violet Mae Smeal of Wallaceton. Violet passed away December 29, 2007. His four children are Susan Chiodo (husband Jermaine) of Aliquippa, Mark Voinchet of Wallaceton, Laurie Voinchet, State College, and Michael Voinchet of Lanse.

3 grandchildren Christopher Coover of Michigan, Jennifer (husband Eric) Lechene of Houston PA, Jessica Coover of York. Great grandchildren Evan and Amsey Lechene and Mattica Sheaffer.

His lifelong career was a mechanic and he retired from Penn Dot in 1998.

Frank was a friend to many and well known for his ability to repair any of machinery for anyone in need. He enjoyed going to stock car races and watching Nascar racing and football.

Visitation will be held at Strange and Weaver Funeral Service in Morrisdale on Sunday November 30 from 1:00 to 5:00 pm.

Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Frenchville on Monday December 1 at 12:00 noon with Father Johnathan Schmolt as celebrant.

He will be laid to rest in the church cemetery next to his wife.

The family would especially like to thank his personal care giver Maria Goss of Tyrone and the entire Preserve staff for his care over the last few years.

Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude.org.

11/22/2025

Leroy Dorse Maines

Leroy Dorse Maines, 74 of Clearfield, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Penn Highlands Clearfield.

Born April 7, 1951, in Clearfield, he was the son of the late Leroy and Mary Jane Emigh and Evelyn and William Saudarg, Sr.

Surviving are his siblings, Wayne Emigh, Woodland; John Emigh, Wallaceton; Michael Williams, CT; Cindy Bradley, Brisbin; Robin Yarger, Wallaceton; Thomas Emigh, Wallaceton; Penny Hunt, Wallaceton; Kathy Lewis, Wallaceton; Kristina Fenton, Morrisdale; Donald “Bumper” Emigh, Wallaceton; Viola Williams, FL; David Saudarg, SC; Charles Saudarg, GA; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Rhonda Emigh, Debora Dixon, Evelyn Zortman, Frank Saudarg, Sr. and William Saudarg, Jr.

Leroy had worked at various Kwik Fill’s for over 30 years. He loved to play the lottery.

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

Family suggests memorial contributions be made to, American Diabetes Association at: donors.diabetes.org

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

11/20/2025

Grace Arlene Hurtack

Grace Arlene Hurtack, age 89 a guest of Colonial Courtyard and formerly of Morrisdale, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at the home.

Born November 01, 1936 in Kylertown, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Katherine (Whitton) Hubler.

In October of 1965 she wed the love of her life, Paul S. Hurtack who preceded her in death in 1999.

Surviving is her caregiver, a niece, Yvonne Arlene Rosselli and her husband, Ralph, of Rockton, along with other special nieces and nephews. Arlene was the last of her generation.

Along with her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Myrna McDowell and a brother, Walter Hubler.

Arlene was a member of the Gethsemane United Methodist Church, Allport. She was the owner/operator of the well-known Hurtack’s Flower and Gift Shop, Morrisdale where she greeted many people with a smile. She was a graduate of Penn State University.

A special thank you to the Penn Highland Hospice and the staff at Colonial Courtyard

To honor G. Arlene's wishes there will be no funeral.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made in her honor to, Gethsemane United Methodist Church, PO Box 185, Allport, PA 16821.

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

11/18/2025

George J. Mondock

George J. Mondock, age 86 of Morrisdale, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 17, 2025, at Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Windy Hill, Philipsburg.

Born September 20, 1939 in Philipsburg, he was the son of the late John G. and Susanna (Kashella) Mondock.

On January 12, 1957 in St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church, Morrisdale, he wed the love of his life, Rose Marie (Sevetsky) Mondock who survives at home.

Also surviving is their son, John K. Mondock and partner, Nicole Pristash, Morrisdale. George is the last of his generation.

George was a member of St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church, Morrisdale. He had attended the former Morris Twp. High School. He was a self-employed co-owner of D & M Manufacturing Company, Ashland, and he was a Veteran of the US Army from 1963-1965 being stationed in Germany.

There will be no public visitation.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Family suggests memorial contributions be made in his honor to: Clearfield County S.P.C.A., 275 21st Street, Clearfield, PA 16830.

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

11/05/2025

Leah E. Krineski

Leah E. Krineski, age 84, of DuBois, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at her residence.

Born March 23, 1941 in State College, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Mabel (Olson) Shank.

She wed William Krineski who preceded her in death.

Surviving is her children, Cynthia (John) Kerner, Clearfield; William Krineski, Jr., Clearfield; Joni Coble, TN; Ronald (Lydia) Krineski, Woodland; Russell Krineski, Clearfield; James Krineski, Morrisdale; Tammy Pfaff, DuBois; thirteen grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; her siblings, LeRoy (Barbara) Shank, FL; JoAnn Malina, Erie; and several nieces and nephews.

Leah retired from Ridgeview Nursing Home, Curwensville. Her special delight was spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Friends and family will be received on Monday, November 10, 2025, from 5-8:00 PM at Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lanse.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 2:00 pm at the church with Rev. Vicki Bielfuss officiating.

She will be laid to rest in Grassflat Lanse Lutheran Cemetery, Grassflat.

Family suggests memorial contributions in her honor to be made to: Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, PO Box 194, Lanse, PA 16849.

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

10/29/2025

Lori Kay Coble
Lori Kay Coble (Buck), 55, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at home, peacefully, in her sleep.
Lori was born March 2, 1970 and was the daughter of the late Larry and Lois Buck (Wisor), whom both welcomed her with open arms at heaven’s gate.
She wed the late Larry Coble on November 7, 2006.
Lori attended school at West Branch High School in Morrisdale, Pa. She went on to be an avid homemaker, and devoted mother and grandmother to her 6 children and 13 grandchildren. In her spare time, she enjoyed baking for her friends and family as she still holds the title for the best pumpkin roll! She will be most missed for her contagious laughter, and exquisite life coaching.
She is survived by 3 sisters; Karen McQuillen of Philipsburg, Susan (Steven) Kirk of Addison, Ny. Tracy (James) Bumbarger of Curwensville. 5 sons; Albert Harris Jr. (Cindy Ninosky) of Philipsburg, George Harris of Houtzdale, Mark Quick Jr. (Kassidy Dixon) of Philipsburg, Larry Coble Jr. of Philipsburg, Dominick Coble of Philipsburg. 1 daughter; Amanda Harris (Shawn Dixon) of Curwensville. 6 grandsons; Connor Harris, Shawn Dixon Jr., Jarrett Dixon, Gryson Quick, John Harris, and Albert Harris III. 7 granddaughters; Brandi Harris, Candy Harris, Aubrey Harris, Summer Harris, Nova Harris, Aurora Harris, and Octavia Harris. Nephews; Brian (Krisi) McQuillen, Clayton Kirk, and Corey (Brielle) Faulkner. 1 niece; Brittany Greenland (Sonny Wandell). As well as an aunt, 2 uncles, and numerous cousins, great nieces, and nephews. As you can see, she had a huge family and we will all love and miss her endlessly!
In addition to her parents, Lori was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Coble and nephew, Larry Kirk.
There will be no visitation at this time. A memorial will be held at a later date, per her family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Strange and Weaver Funeral Service, c/o Lori Coble Account, PO Box 238, 171 Deer Creek Road, Morrisdale, Pa.

10/29/2025

James E. Luzier, Jr.
James E. Luzier, Jr., age 79 formally of Lecontes Mills and a resident of Knickerbocker Villa, Clearfield, went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 27, 2025 at Penn Highlands DuBois.
Born November 28, 1945 in Clearfield, he was the son of the late James E., Sr. and Dorothy (Showden) Luzier.
On November 20, 1965, in Summit Hill United Methodist Church, Morrisdale, he wed the love of his life, Helen J. (Smeal) Luzier, and after 57 years of marriage, she preceded him in death on December 1, 2022.
Surviving are his children, Paula Hamm, Lecontes Mills; Angela Graham, Clearfield; Brian Luzier and wife Mindy, Felton; Son-in-law, Carl Martin, Jr., Ohio; ten grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; his siblings, Tom Luzier and wife Kim, Clearfield; Trudy Shaw and husband Jeff, Mount Airy, NC and nieces and nephews.
Along with his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Denise Martin; a great-grandson, Bentley Graham; his father and mother-in-law, Willis and Dorothy Smeal and his fur baby, Sadie.
James was affiliated with the United Methodist Church. He was a 1963 graduate of Clearfield High School then a veteran of the US Army. He worked for Penn DOT, painting lines on the roadways, for over 40 years, he then drove the school van for R&A Bus Company, Karthaus.
Per his wishes, the viewing and funeral service are private.
He will be laid to rest in Congress Hill Cemetery, Lecontes Mills, next to his wife.
Family suggests memorial contributions may be made in his honor to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, is in charge of the arrangements.

10/29/2025

Dawn Marie (Mostyn) Reed
Dawn Marie (Mostyn) Reed Age 57 was unexpectedly welcomed into her eternal rest on the morning of Saturday October 25, 2025. She is the daughter of Edward and Bernadine (Po***ck) Mostyn of Hawk Run.
Dawn loved her rescue dogs, who were her everything. She felt strongly about her rescues and felt that she could rescue them, but who rescued who, was the main question. With her unexpected death her 4 rescue pups were returned to the SPCA Society. Her wishes would be someone will adopt her rescues.
She grew up in Hawk Run attended West Branch Schools and graduated from Mansfield University of Pennsylvania and was employed by Weis Market as Assistant Front End Manager for 31 years. She enjoyed the camaraderie with her coworkers. She was an extremely devoted employee who was called to work on frequent occasions as they needed her. She enjoyed her work relationships. She liked to bake with her mom and would frequently bring in baked goodies for the coworkers. Her laughter could be heard in the Grocery department frequently.
She enjoyed creating needlework and crafts and would share her talents with her family and friends as gifts. Dawn had a smile a mile wide and would always chat with almost anyone. She could converse and relate well to others.
She attended Saints Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church in Hawk Run where she grew up. Was active with the Choir there. Once that Church closed, she has since attended Saints Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church in Philipsburg.
At the time of her unexpected death, she was married to Alan Reed of Philipsburg for 31 years.
Besides her Parents she is survived by numerous cousins both in area and out of state who she would keep in touch with.
Friends and family will be received on Monday, November 3, 2025, from 6-8:00 PM at Strange and Weaver Funeral Service in Morrisdale and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Saints Peter and Paul RC Church, 400 South 4th Street, Philipsburg, with Father Mathias Rendon, O.F.M.
Family requests monetary donations can be a made in her honor to the SPCA Animal Society.
She will be buried in the St Peter and Paul’s Catholic Cemetery, Hawk Run.

10/23/2025

Marjorie D. Smeal
Marjorie D. Smeal, age 93 of Clearfield, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Penn Highlands, Clearfield.
Born April 13, 1932 in Bigler, she was the daughter of the late Clark and Lena (Wisor) Williams.
On August 22, 1952 she wed Chester B. Smeal, who after 39 years of marriage preceded her in death on June 3, 1992.
Surviving are her daughters, Sharon K. Fye, Morrisdale, and Denise G. Smeal, Clearfield.
Marjorie was last of her generation.
Along with her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her son, Dennis B. Smeal; her sisters, Faye English, Geneva Snyder, Maxine Owens, Patricia Wallace; and her brothers, Clair Williams, Marvin Williams, and Carl Williams.
Marjorie was a 1951 graduate of Clearfield High School. She was a homemaker, loving and caring for her children. She loved to quilt; she also loved flowers and gardening.
Family and friends will be received on Monday, October 27, 2025, at Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, from 11-1:00 PM until time of service in the funeral home chapel at 1:00 PM with Pastor Jeff Laurer officiating.
She will be laid to rest in Fairview Cemetery, Morrisdale, along side her husband.
Family suggests memorial contributions be made in her honor to, Fairview Cemetery Association, 6068 Deer Creek Road, Morrisdale, PA 16858

10/22/2025

George W. Mandel

George W. Mandel, age 78 of Morrisdale, left his earthly life on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.

Born August 12, 1947 in Philipsburg, he was the son of the late George, Jr. and Althea (Reed) Mandel.

Surviving are his children, George E. Mandel and wife Kelly of Orchard Lake, MI and Lyndsay N. Nybeck of Munson; his grandchildren, Lauren Mandel, Kate Mandel, Myles Mandel, Madison Nybeck, Mallory Nybeck; and his siblings, Gloria Mandel of Philipsburg; Debra Wantz and her husband Jay, of Littlestown, PA and his niece, Kelsey Wantz, also of Littlestown, PA.

George spoke of his overwhelming pride and joy for his children and grandchildren every day.

George was a member of Chapel of the Good Shepherd Church, Hawk Run. He was a 1965 graduate of West Branch High School, Allport, and a graduate of Clarion University with a degree in Elementary Education. He then taught at West Branch Area High School for 30 years until his retirement in 1999. He was a member of the ELKS Club, #1173, Philipsburg; the Lincoln Club, #1164, Hawk Run; and the National Education Association (NEA), Washington, DC.

Family and friends will be received from 1-3:00 PM on November 2, 2025, at Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale until time of a memorial service, in the funeral home chapel at 3:00 PM with Father Clifford Johnston.

His final resting place will be by his parents in Ashcroft Cemetery, Hawk Run.

Family suggests memorial contributions be made in George’s honor to, Chapel of the Good Shepherd, PO Box 23, Hawk Run, PA 16840.

10/17/2025

Lottie M. Maines
Lottie M. Maines, age 97 of Wallaceton, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at her residence.
Born February 28, 1928 in Glenn Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Lottie (Durusha) Blake.
She had wed the late William Dixon then later wed Gilbert Maines, Sr. who also preceded her in death.
Lottie was a member of the Rock United Methodist Church, West Decatur. She loved and was very devoted to her church and her church family. She lived a long and blessed life as a homemaker and enjoyed gardening and crocheting, but most of all, she loved her family with all her heart, spending every minute with them that she could.
Surviving are her children, Jean Dixon, Pine Tops, NC; William Dixon, Luthersburg; Donald Dixon, Woodland; Michael Dixon, Woodland; Penny Springsteadah, Woodland; Lucinda Bacigalupo, Buena, NJ; JR Maines, Woodland; Patricia Vineyard, Wallaceton; Tracey Taylor, DuBois; Christine Battaglia, Yaphank, NY and Deborah Meholick, Sykesville; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
Lottie was the last of her generation.
Along with her parents and husbands, she was preceded in death by sons, Richard Dixon and Walter Dixon; and daughters, Gail Dixon and Lois Pinto.
Family and friends will be received at Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, on Monday, October 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM until time of service in the funeral home chapel at 1:00 PM with Pastor Brian McTavish officiating.
She will be laid to rest peacefully in Reidy Cemetery, Wallaceton.

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