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Louis Wolf-Justina Raab Marriage Record - 1899

SusanElliott54 — 6 Sep 2008 8:12:41 GMT

Application for marriage record, Cambria Co.

No. 9089

Full name of the man: Louis Wolf
Full name of the woman: Justina Raab
Relationship: none
Age of the man: Twenty-five
Age of the woman: Twenty-one
Residence of the man: Johnstown
Residence of the woman: Johnstown
Parents names - man: Philip Wolf & Cath. Miller
Parents names - woman: John Raab & Ellen Vom Hoff
Guardian's name - man: none
Guardian's name - man: none
Date of death of man's former wife: none
Date of death of woman's former husband: none
Date of divorce - man: none
Date of divorce - woman: none
Color of parties: white
Occupation of man: Clerk
Occupation of woman: Clerk

Married 24 Oct 1899 by J. Luepke, Minister of the Gospel

For more information:
http://wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?op=GET&d...

Fred W. Speck - Amelia S. Raab Marriage Record - 1890

SusanElliott54 — 6 Sep 2008 7:57:12 GMT

Application for marriage license, Cambria Co.

No. 2481

Full name of the man: Fred W. Speck
Full name of the woman: Amelia S. Raab
Relationship of the parties: none
Age of the man: 26 years
Age of the woman: 19 years
Residence of the man: Johnstown
Residence of the woman: Johnstown
Parents' names - man: Jno J. & Katharine
Parents' names - woman: Jno L. & Anna L.
Guardian's name - man: none
Guardian's name - woman: none
Date of death of man's former wife: none
Date of death of woman's former husband: none
Date of divorce - man: none
Date of divorce - woman: none
Color of parties: white
Occupation of man: Cigar Maker
Occupation of woman: none
Consent of parents or guardian: none

Married on 27 May 1890 by Paul Glasow, Minister of the Gospel

For more information:
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Fritz John-Anna Maria Eliza Raab Marriage Record - 1903

SusanElliott54 — 6 Sep 2008 4:42:40 GMT

Application for marriage license, Cambria County:

No. 3423
Full name of the man: Fritz John
Full name of the woman: Anna Maria Eliza Raab
Relationship to each other: none
Age of the man: 36 years
Age of the woman: 28 years
Residence of the man: Johnstown, Pa
Residence of the woman: Johnstown, Pa
Parents names - man: Ludwig & Matilda John
Parents names - woman: Anna & John Raab
Guardians' name - man: none
Guardians' name - woman: none
Date of death of man's former wife if any: none
Date of death of woman's former husband: none
Date of divorce of man: none
Date of divorce of woman: none
Color of parties: white
Occupation of man: Professor
Occupation of woman: none
Consent of parents or guardian: none

25 Jul 1903

Married 30 July 1903 by Rev. Hugo R. Erdmann.

For more information:
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HEFFLEY, Tom Huey 1891-1927 Hero saved lives in Johnstown

Bob_Heffley — 5 Sep 2008 8:46:50 GMT

Looking for any articles or obituary that substantiates this story. January 28, 1927. The incident for Tom Huey was not flood related. He was was a book keeper for a coal company. The mine was at the top of the hill/mountain, the office Tom worked in about the middle of the hill with the town below. A coal car, loaded broke loose [runaway] & was headed down the track to the town where it would have than crashed causing untold death & destruction. Tom apparently saw the car coming, so he I would imagine as you would have had to do in those days go to the tracks where there were levers that would divert the cars to other tracks that did not go into the town. The coal car was headed directly to the town. He saved the town by switching the tract but was killed in the process. Had to know the danger.

Any info would be greatly appreciated. Bob Heffley

Looking for info on Charles Webster Pringle

countrygal5943 — 21 Feb 2008 10:06:03 GMT

I am searching for an obit or death record for Charles Webster Pringle s/o William and Lavina Custer Pringle and h/o Harriet Hattie Tilley Pringle. I have been searching for years for him and have found nothing. I recently subscribed to Ancestry.com and traced him to 1910 in East Taylor Twp. then in 1920 Denton, Caroline Co., MD in the census. I also have his W.W.I.draft registration showing him in Conemaugh. I lost him after Denton, MD. Can anyone help with leads or a dod please?

Attach a file??

JohnBauman42 — 5 Sep 2008 3:13:58 GMT

i attached a file for Regina Biller and all I see is a X.Also notice that some others are the same way.Am I doing something wrong?

John Bauman

Regina "Chubby" Biller

JohnBauman42 — 5 Sep 2008 3:06:52 GMT

BILLER -- Regina,"Chubby" Morans Nursing Home,Bellwood,Pa,formerly of Patton,
died Jan.1,1997,at the home.Born Oct.25,1901,in Patton,daughter of Paul: Henry
and Margaret (Girard) Biller.Preceded in death by parents, brothers,Raymond, William
and Francis and sister,Loretto Suivived by sister, Rose Shefranik; Bellwood and
seven nieces and nephews, Eleanor Ingram, Frances Biller, Betty Hoefel, Peggy Sineskyy,
John Biller Paul Biller and Louise Miller. Graduate of Patton High School. Retired as
district cashier from Penelec after more than 40 years service. Former member of Queen
of Peace Catholic Church,Catholic Daughters of America 722 and Penelec Omega Club.
Friends received from 1 to 5pm Friday at Stevens Funeral Homes Inc.,1004 North Fifth
Avenue-Patton, where a vigil service will be held at 4 p.m. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m.
Saturday at Queen of Peace . Catholic Church, Patton the Rev. Robert Roche,OSB
Interment St.Benedict Cemetery, Carrolltown.
Chubby was a very caring and charitable person.

Altoona Mirror Jan 3,1997

Can't seem to find a connection to the Biller's in my database
Would anyone be able to help me

thanks John Bauman

Penrod, Rachel (Fresh), died 1922

kellykendig — 29 Nov 2006 1:22:38 GMT

Mrs. Rachel Penrod.
SUMMERHILL, June 21,--Mrs. Rachel Penrod, aged about 75 years, of this place, died this morning at Vandergrift, where she had been visiting relatives. Undertaker C. O. Dimond, of South Fork, left this morning for Vandergrift to bring the body to South Fork, where it will be removed to the home of the deceased’s daughter. Mrs. Penrod’s husband preceded her to the grave several years ago. She is survived by a number of children residing in this vicinity. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Johnstown Tribune, PA, Wednesday Evening, June 21, 1922, p.4
Funeral of Mrs. Penrod
SOUTH FORK, June 22,--Funeral services for Mrs. Rachel (Fresh) Penrod, aged 80, widow of Aminich……
Johnstown Tribune, PA, Thursday Evening, June 22, 1922, p.17
……not continued on my page
[I am posting this for others. It was on a page with one I wanted.]

My Surnames in Johnstown Area

JoeKeR63 — 18 Oct 2002 9:09:14 GMT

Looking to share info with anyone searching these surnames or has info on these surnames in the Johnstown, Cambria County area and vicinity.....please email me directly at.....JoeKeR 63@aol.com...thanks.....Joe

John R. Owens

Janet Urbasik — 5 Jun 2002 4:58:17 GMT

Owens John R. 79 , 109 Ann St. died March 12 ,1985 at Church of the Brethren Home Scalp Level. Born October 27, 1905 in Johnstown son of the late Liness and Anna Owens . Preceded in death by wife former grace Elizabeth Gavin ; brother Milford and sister Sylvia and Rose . Survived by children :Lois, wife of Andrew Kresse, Conway Ark. Rose, wife of William Varner , Johnstown ;Russell married to former Roberta Reighard Cherry Hill N.J. and Lawrence married to former Lois Jean Boltz Johnstown ; also 11 grandchildren . mamber of Franklin Street United Methodist Church . Retired employee of Bethlehem Steel Corp. Friends received from 7 to 9 Wednesday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at John Henderson Co. Funeral Home . Interment Oak cemetery . Time of service on Friday to be announced in thursday's paper.
in Johnstown paper 3/18/1985

BENCHOFF, BENSHOFF, BENSHOOF

Rita Seeley — 18 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for all BENCHOFF, BENSHOFF, BENSHOOF, BENCHOOF ancestors and similar spellings. I have thousands of family names most originating in Cambria County; many still living in Cambia county. Many missing links and would like to fill them in. Any help you can give me would be appreciated. I would be happy to help you with your ancestors with the same names. Even if you only have one of the above names in your tree, I am interested.

Thanks for your help.
s for your help.

obituary information

Shirley Christine — 18 Sep 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for grandparents and where they might be buried. Also any information on living relatives living in Cambria County.

HEFFLEY, Peter & STUDENY, Leona - Marriage

Bob_Heffley — 1 Sep 2008 6:08:52 GMT

Looking for any photos of parents' marriage in Johnstown, PA on November 7, 1920. Peter Joseph HEFFLEY (1889-1962) married Leona STUDENY (1900-1975). It is ususual that nobody can locate any photos since dad had 7 brothers and mom had 2 sisters, many of whom would have been at the wedding. Leona lived on Rose St in the 8th ward at the time. Peter was in WWI and returned to JT on 5/29/1919. While abroad, he sent mail to Mrs. George Hershberger at 111 Chapin St. (this is Lillian Studeny, my mom's sister.) Any help is appreciated. Bob Heffley

Mary Adams Will

wills7 — 21 Apr 2008 8:29:58 GMT

I'm trying to locate information about Mary Adams who married John Will. The information that I have is that she was born in 1792 in Tyrone, Huntingdon, PA. Her parents were possibly Joseph Adams and Elizabeth Haines. She married John Will on April 12, 1819 at St. Michael's Church in Loretto, Cambria County. They were married by Father Gallitzin and had 8 children. She is probably the Mary Will in the 1880 Census of Allegheny Township, Cambria County. I can't find a death date or location, or any other information about her. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

New DNA Project Amy-Amigh-Emigh, etc. started

FredricZS — 30 Aug 2008 4:20:51 GMT

A new surname project has been established for the surnames Amy, Amey, Amigh, Amick, Amich, Emigh, Emig, Emick, Emich, Eighmy, Eighmey. To test, you must be a direct male descendant of one of those families.
http://www.worldfamilies.net/surnames/amy/

If you have any questions about the project, please contact me.

Rick Saunders
Amy-Amigh-Emigh DNA project coordinator

St. John's Lutheran Cemetery/Summerhill/ Photo Request

ajaxcc94 — 30 Aug 2008 2:42:21 GMT

Would someone be willing to take a couple photos of my G-Grandmother and her son's gravesites in St.John's Lutheran Cemetery in Summerhill, and send them to me.

The graves are those of Sarah A. Hice b. 1837/8 and died 1875, but I think the grave marker may say, or appear to say, died in 1873. And the other is W.W. Lloyd died, 1893.

I will gladly pay for any photos, your time and trouble as well.

Thanks.

Jackson Lloyd

Edward A. McGuire, 1875-1954

Lisa Baker — 8 Mar 2001 12:00:00 GMT

Johnstown or Altoona, PA
McGUIRE--Edward A., 78, of 128 High Street, Sankertown, died at 9:50 a.m. May 17, 1954, at his home. Born Aug. 30, 1875, in Loretto, son of George L. and Matilda (Luther) McGuire. His wife, Susan (Little) McGuire, died June 27, 1952, and a son, Albert, died in 1939. Survived by these children: Gertrude, wife of Joseph F. Billetdeaux, Johnstown; Leonard, Danville; Lt. Donald E., U.S. Navy, Washington, D.C.; Agnes, James, Dorothy, wife of William Parks, Joseph and Richard, all of Cresson; 26 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Brother of Attorney William A. McGuire and Mrs. Viola Graff, both of Johnstown; Mrs. Bessie Eckenrode, Gallitzin R.D.; Harry F., Mrs. Rose Gauntner, Annie and Charles McGuire, all of Cresson. Retired from the PRR after 40 years service as a carpenter and car builder for Cresson Branch. Mr. and Mrs. McGuire celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Oct. 8, 1951. Was a member of Holy Name Society of St. Francis Xavier's Catholic Church. Requiem mass at 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Francis Xavier's Church. Interment, church cemetery Friends received at late home. Arrangements in charge of Conrad Funeral Home, Cresson.

BUSCH/MORGAN/OSMAN

Sherry Barrager — 11 May 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Seeking any and all information on the following family
members. HERMAN BUSCH came to America in 1884, b. ? d. 1911
married Emma Richter in Germany. She was b. 10/27/1854,
d. 12/6/1945. They had approx. 8 children. Herman & Emma
(Richter) Busch settled in the Portage area. My grandparents are Bernard Maxwell Busch, b. 5/24/1882, d.
6/17/1961; m. Elsie Bernardine Moyer, b. 9/20/1892, d. 9/8/1964, seeking any and all information on the other
family members; GEORGE ALBERT BUSCH, b. 2/28/1895, d. 7/28/1961; EMMA B. BUSCH, b. 1/8/1899, d. 8/14/1990; MARTHA BUSCH, b. 10/27/1880, d. 2/12/1975, m. MORGAN; HATTIE BUSCH,
m. OSMAN, no dates ?; FRED H. BUSCH, b. 10/20/1888, d. 12/3/1948; ELIZABETH BUSCH, m. POORMAN, no dates ? HARRY
BUSCH, no dates ?.

William GEISER (24 Mar 1866, Paint Twp. -- 24 Mar 1923, Johnstown)

michaelscaldwell — 28 Jun 2008 8:25:29 GMT

Johnstown, PA "Tribune" issue of Saturday, 24 March 1923, p. 16

WILLIAM GEISER DIES ON BIRTHDAY

Seventh Ward Contractor, Born 57 Years Ago Today, Expired of Pneumonia

William Geiser, Seventh Ward contractor, died this morning at his home, 414 Pine street, after an illness of pneumonia lasting several weeks. The deceased was born in Paint Township, Somerset County, 57 years ago today.

The deceased was a son of Hiram and Catherine Geiser, and was a brother of Emmett Geiser, of Bedford street; John, of Paint Township; Louis, of Dayton, O.; Mrs. Pearl Oswald, of Fenn alley; Mrs. Benjamin Weaver, of Windber; Mrs. Mary Heinline, of Hill alley, and Mrs. Frank Prough, of the Seventeenth Ward.

The deceased and Miss Ella Gephart were married in Johnstown 25 years ago by the late Rev. A.J. Bird, of the Evangelical Church. Mrs. Geiser survives her husband, with a son and a daughter, Eugene, and Miss Mabel Geiser, at home, and another daughter, Mrs. J. Wayne Thompson, of 409 Pine street. Little Martha Thompson, aged two years, is the only grandchild.

William Geiser was a member of Willow-street Evangelical Church and was identified with the Men's Bible Class of the Sunday school, his teacher being the Rev. Sidney V. Carmany, the pastor of the church. Mr. Geiser was identified with Alma Lodge, I.O.O.F., and also with William F. Packer Encampment, I.O.O.F. The funeral will take place on Monday afternoon, the services to be held at the house at 2 o'clock by the Rev. Carmany. Burial will be in Grandview Cemetery.
_____________________________________________________

Nelson Varner

Linda Varner Staley — 1 Jan 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information on Nelson Varner of Cambria Co PA married to Catherine Matthews. He managed the Border & Dalton Run Reservoirs for the Johnstown Water Co. Also looking for information on his brothers and sisters: Anne, Charles, Logan, Albert, Mary J., Nettie, and George Michael. I have information on his children: Eve, Margarette, Howard, Harold and Louise is anyone needs this.

Hannah (Goughnour) Varner

Sharon_Trosan — 7 Apr 2004 10:20:10 GMT

**Looking for additional information.

I found the following obit in The Johnstown Tribune, Sept 19, 1889:
Mrs. Varner whose death is recorded elsewhere, was the widow of Mr. John Varner, whose death occurred about eight years ago, and the daughter of the late John C. Goughnour, of West Taylor Township, Cambria County. She died a member of the Brethren Church, with which denomination she had been connected for many years. Two children, a son and a daughter--Mr. William H. Varner and Mrs*Sol Liniger--survive. *Mollie

Would like to have dates and burial places for the mentioned individuals. Although the obit mentions the information was recorded elsewhere, I did not find it in the newspaper.

LYDIA ROSE VARNER

Gerald Varner — 15 Sep 1998 12:00:00 GMT

My 3rd great grandfather JACOB VARNER (abt1786-1851) married LYDIA ROSE (1802-1884). They had a farm in Richland Twp.,Cambria County,Pennsylvania. Trying to find out who LYDIA'S parents were. Any help would be appreciated.
Gerald Varner

ELIAS LINK Family

Gerald Varner — 10 Sep 1998 12:00:00 GMT

My great great grandfather ELIAS LINK (1841-1925) came from Germany in 1885 and settled in South Fork, Cambria County, Pennsylvania. He married KATHERINE KOHLER (1845-1930), also from Germany. They had the following children:

ELIAS LINK JR. married Maude Plummer
JULIUS LINK married Ann Mock
JOHN HENRY LINK unmarried
ANN LINK (stayed in Germany)
CATHERINE LINK married Harry Horten
CHRISTINA LINK (1878-1960) (my great grandmother) married (1st) William T Varner, (2nd) William A Plummer

Would love to hook up with anybody descended from this branch of the LINK family. Any help would be appreciated. Jerry Varner

VARNER / KRING

JoeKeR63 — 18 Oct 2002 9:09:14 GMT

Hi...

If anyone is searching these family names in Cambria County, Pa., please email me. Willing to share info.. Joe

John A. Noon, 1906, aged 74 years

LisaBaker65 — 20 Mar 2006 2:38:30 GMT

The Weekly Tribune, Johnstown, PA, FRI 10 AUG 1906
Page 6

THE DEATH ROLL
John A. Noon
John A. Noon, of Richland Township, died Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock, aged seventy-four years. The cause of his death was paralysis. About four years ago Mr. Noon suffered a stroke of paralysis which had left him practically helpless, and a second stroke, a few days ago found him in no condition to longer combat it.

The deceased was twice married, the first time about fifty years ago to Miss Matilda Shoup, who died about forty-one years ago. To this union were born two sons, both of whom survived, as follows: Jerome, of Wilmore, and Grant, of Grant street, this city. Mr. Noon later united in marriage with Katharine Myers of Geistown, who survives him with two sons, Frank and Garfield, both residing at home. Besides these, the deceased is survived by two brothers and three sisters.

The Noon family for a short time resided in Johnstown, returning only about t[..blurred..] months ago to the farm in Richland Township.

The funeral services were conducted yesterday afternoon and interment was made in Singer’s Cemetery, Conemaugh Township.

Platt, Farrell, Born's, Haas, Kirkpatrick family

gwenseeman — 2 Sep 2008 10:45:34 GMT

I am a descendent of John Platt, Sr. who lived to be 102, death being 1850. I have a copy of the family tree that Charles Vignos did in 1950? or so. My sisters and I have been researching the Born family and all its connections for 10 years so have gathered a lot of information but still have many pieces to fill in. We have very little info. on the Farrell family and would appreciate anyone with info. on them. We are willing to share what we have on the Platts, etc.
We generally travel to Cambria Co. each year to ascertain more info. Most of what we need is before court records and need to depend on church/cemetery records or other family trees that others have put together.
Thanks to anyone willing to share their past family records.
Gwen (Beck) Seeman

HARRY J BOLAND obit

DLBOLAND1 — 26 Aug 2008 8:42:24 GMT

ALTOONA MIRROR March 10, 1979

HARRY J BOLAND of 607 Beaver St. Hollidaysburg, died at 9:30 a.m. Friday March 9, 1979 in the VA Hospital, after an extended illness.Mr. Boland retired from the McLanahan Corp., Hollidaysburg, in 1960 after 50 years service. He was born November 24, 1891 in Hollidaysburg, the son of Jacob Conrad and Elizabeth (Feathers) Boland. Surviving are two brothers, William and James of Hollidaysburg. Mr. Boland was a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church Hollidaysburg. He was an Army Veteran of WW I. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the Haller Funeral Home Hollidaysburg

SSN 191-10-9901 Issued PA Harry Boland born 24 November 1890-9 March 1979

BOLAND- MRS. ANNA BARBARA (DUMAN)

DLBOLAND1 — 26 Aug 2008 8:30:53 GMT

JOHNSTOWN TRIBUNE-DEMOCRAT July 19,1972

BOLAND-MRS ANNA BARBARA, 87, 408 Broad St. Cresson, formerly of Ebensburg R.D. 1, died July 18 1972 at Altoona Mercy Hospital. Born November 18,1884, in Nicktown, daughter of John and Mary (Hufnagle) Duman.Preceded in death by parents; son Louis and brother Celestine. Survived by husband Henry J. Boland and these children; Viola wife of Raymond Brummert, South Fork; Regis Boland, Revloc; Bertha wife of Joseph Williams, and Ruth wife of Paul Sherry, both of Cresson, Anna Mae, wife of Raymond Gill, Altoona and Earl, Herman, and Leo Boland all of Ebensburg; also 41 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. Sister of Mrs. Mary Illig and Walter, both of Ebensburg; Mrs. Barbara Kuncelman, Spangler and Mrs. Bertha Krug, Wilmington,DE. Member of Holy Name Catholic Church, Ebensburg, and LCBA, Pittsburgh. Friends received from 2 to 10 p.m. Wednesday at Matevish and Matevish Funeral Home, Ebensburg, where wake service will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Thursday at Holy Name Church by the Very Rev. Msgr. Francis B. McCaa. Interment Holy Name Catholic Cemetery, Ebensburg

BOLAND-KATHLEEN E. obit

DLBOLAND1 — 26 Aug 2008 8:10:22 GMT

JOHNSTOWN TRIBUNE DEMOCRAT FEBRUARY 1994

BOLAND-KATHLEEN E., formerly of Johnstown, died January 14, 1994 in the Countryside Convalesent Home, Mercer, PA. She was born 12 February 1901 in Connellsville, PA, the daughter of John L. and Theresa (Donnelly) Boland. She was preceded in death by parents, brothers, Edmund H. Boland, John Floyd Boland and Ray C Boland; survived by brother Norbert Boland of New Castle, sisters Margaret Connelly of Pittsburgh and Mrs. Anthony (Marie) Smith of Port Charlotte, FL; also many neices and nephews. Special thanks to Dorothy (Boland) McElrath of Mercer, who gave special care in late years. Miss Boland was a retired High School mathematics teacher from the Orrville, Ohio School System. She owned a home in Delmont,PA until her death. Interment was in the Luthern Cemetery, Delmont, PA

Lucretia Evelyn (Dell) Bolan obit

DLBOLAND1 — 26 Aug 2008 7:57:19 GMT

ALTOONA MIRROR 7 February 1980

LUCRETIA EVELYN (DELL) BOLAN

L. Evelyn Bolan 204 12th Avenue Juniata, PA
Born: 3 July 1896 East Freedom, PA
Died: 6 February 1980 Altoona Hospital
Married: 1st to Joseph P. Hoffman-died June 1930 in a logging accident
Married: 2nd to Phillip E. Bolan
Father: Joseph W. Dell
Mother: Mary Dodson
Step children:
Frank Bolan of Santa Monica, CA
Richard Bolan Apple Valley, CA
James Bolan of Valparaiso, IN
Mrs. Mary O'Conner of Philadelphia PA
Mrs. Rose Shade of Sharon, PA
Mrs. Margaret Stitt of Duncansville
Edward R Bolan of Altoona
Sister to Theodore Dell of Melborne, FL
Mrs. Alice Massey of Portland. OR
Member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church
Interment: New St. Mary's Catholic Church Cemetery, Hollidaysburg; Stevens Mortuary

Phillip E. Bolan obit

DLBOLAND1 — 26 Aug 2008 7:41:17 GMT

ALTOONA MIROR 16 February 1970

PHILLIP E. BOLAN
Phillip E. Bolan 214 9th Avenue, Juniata PA
Born: 4 May 1882 Nicktown, Cambria County PA
Died: 15 Feruary 1970 at his home after a lengthy illness
Married 1st to Mary C. Cronaur, died 1933
Married 2nd to Evelyn Dell Hoffman (widow of Joseph P. Hoffman)
Father: Peter Conrad Boland
Mother: Rebecca Hopfer,
seven children;
Richard Bolan of Barstow, CA
Frank C Bolan of Santa Monica, CA
Edward R. Boland of Altoona
Phillip L. Bolan of Brentwood, MD
Miss Mary R. Bolan of Bowie, MD
Mrs. Margaret Stitt of Bowie, MD
2 step-children, Mrs. Winona (Michael Paul) Adams of Conway, Mrs. Rose Shade of Sharon, PA
Member of Holy Rosary Cathoilc Church, Juniata
Retired: 1947 as a Fireman of Company 10, Juniata, PA

Mary Magdalen (Kull) Boland Obit

DLBOLAND1 — 26 Aug 2008 7:18:13 GMT

SOMERSET DAILY AMERICAN August 5, 1998

MARY MAGDELAN KULL BOLAND-81, of 2279 West Bakersville-Edie.Rd., Somerset, died August 3, 1998 at Somerset Hospital. Born Johnstown on May 15, 1917, a daughter of the late Charles and Jesse (Schnurr) Kull. Preceded in death by husband Raymond Clyde Boland, who died January 12, 1989; twin grandsons, Jason and Michael and granddaughter Katie Marie Boland; three brothers, Clarence, Charles and Robert Kull; two sisters, Lillian Kull and Dorothy Schreier. Survied by children; Mrs. Floyd (Jeannie) DePhillips, West Lake, OH, Mrs. Maragaret (Peggy) Caola, Somerset, Miss Mary P Boland of Washington,D.C., Ray Michael Boland married to the former Jaklyn Hagins, Somerset; 9 grandchildren; Sheldon Ulevich, and friend Cassie Mort, Jared, Jessee and Dennis Caola, Mrs. Kenneth(Kristine) Roth, Mark DePhillips, Josh, Luke and Isabel Boland; three great-grandchildren; Gregory, Joe and Tommy Roth and brother Wilbur "Bill" Kull, Altoona. Member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, and former co-owner of Laurel Mountain Lodge and the former Boland's Dairy Bar, both of Blairsville; cafateria manager of Hidden Valley Resort from 1969 to 1975. She graduated from Johnstown Catholic High School. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Hauger-Zeigler Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Thursday in St. Peter's Catholic Church, Somerset, Monsignor Samuel J. Tomaselli, Celebrant. Interment Bakersville Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Somerset "In Touch" Hospice.

RAYMOND C BOLAND OBIT

DLBOLAND1 — 26 Aug 2008 6:49:31 GMT

SOMERSET DAILY AMERICAN, January 14, 1989

RAYMOND C. BOLAND, 71, of Somerset RD 6, died 12 January 1989 at his residence, born April 8, 1917 in Wilmore, son of the late John L. and Theresa (Donnelly) Boland. Also preceded in death by twin grandsons, Jacob and Michael Boland and a granddaughter Katie Marie Boland, and brother Edmund. Survived by his wife of 49 years, the former Mary M Kull and these children; Mrs. Floyd (Jeannie) DePhillips, Westlake, OH; Mrs. Dennis (Margaret) Caola of Somerset, Ray Michael Boland married to the former Jakalyn Hagins, Blairsville, Miss Mary Pat Boland, Washington, D.C.;8 grandchildren, brother of Norbert Boland, New Castle,PA, Miss Kathleen Boland of Delmont,PA; Mrs. Margaret Connelly, Churchhill, PA; Mrs Tony (Marie) Smith, Port Charlotte, FL and Floyd (Mildred) Boland of Highland Park, MI.

Member of St. Peter"s Catholic Church; 1935 graduate of Johnstown High School, Veteran of the US Army Air Force, WW II; a Railroad Engineer for 38 years. He retired in 1973 from the Conemaugh & Elk Lick Railroad. He was a former President of the US Steelworkers Local # 3167. He was a Jefferson Township Supervisor. He was the former owner of the Laurel Mountain Inn and Boland's Soft Freze Ice Cream in Bakersville. He was also active in the Democratic Party. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Hauger-Zeigler Funeral Home where a Wake Service will be held 8:30 p.m. Sunday. Mass of Christian burial 10:00 a.m. at St. Peter's Catholic Church with Monsignor Samuel J. Tomaselli, Celebrant. Interment will be in Bakersville Cemetery. Family suggests contributions to the Somerset Hospital "In Touch" Hospice Care Unit.

Mrs. Theresa (Donnelly) Boland obit

DLBOLAND1 — 26 Aug 2008 6:11:27 GMT

UNKNOWN NEWSPAPER

BOLAND- MRS. THERESA CHRISTINA (DONNELLY), 89, died June 1, 1970, at Levittown, PA. Born April 12, 1881, Houtzdale, the daughter of the late Patrick Donnelly and Catherine (McLaughlin) Donnelly. Preceded in death by husband John L Boland 28 November, 1946. Survived by these children; Mrs. Anthony (Marie) Smith, Levittown, PA, Mrs. Margaret (Eddie) Connelly, Pittsburgh, Miss Kathleen Boland, Orrville, OH, Edmund (Sadie) Boland, Raymond (Mary) Boland both of Somerset, Norbert (Miriam) Boland, Gallatin TN and Floyd (Mildred) Boland of Highland Park MI; also 19 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Friend received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Beck Dougherty Mortuary, 7400 Newportville Rd., Levittown. Requiem Mass at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Levittown. Interment Resurrecton Cemetery, Conwall Heights.

BOLAND OBITS

DLBOLAND1 — 26 Aug 2008 5:53:52 GMT

JOHNSTOWN DAILY TRIBUBE November, 29 1946

John L. Boland

Ebensburg- John Lewis Boland, 71, son of Lewis W and Annie (Redinger) Boland, died at 11:30 p.m. last night at his home in Ebensburg. He had been ill for some months. He worked many years as a plumber.

Surviving are his widow, the former Theresa (Donnelly) Pittsburgh, and seven children; Kathleen Boland, Saginaw, MI; Norbert, Mercer, PA; Mrs. Margaret (Eddie) Connelly, Pittsburgh; Mrs. Marie (Tony) Smith, Geistown; John Floyd , Detroit, MI; Raymond and Edmund of Johnstown.

The deceased was the brother of Henry Boland, Ebensburg; George, of Florida; Lewis, Baltimore, MD; Mrs. Margaret (Dennis) Durney, Bergen, NJ; Stephen, Pittsburgh and Joseph, Lincoln, NE. A brother Peter, died two years ago. There are 15 grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Donnelly Funeral Home, Beaverdale. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery near Johnstown.

henry Link

JohnBauman42 — 25 Aug 2008 12:45:18 GMT

HENRY LINK, 90
DIES AT PATTON

PATTON-Henry J Link, 90, one of the oldest residents in Northern Cambria County, dropped dead at
this home on Fifth Avenue last evening. Mr. Link was seated at the table portaking of his evening meal when' he dropped over dead. Coroner Patrick McDermott said death was due to a heart attack.
Mr. Link was a retired farmer, having operated ,a farm in East Carroll Township for many years. He retired about 20 years ago and had since resided in Patton. Mr. Link wan a son of John and Veron Link.
He was born in Duncansville on March 1, 1849, and locatedin Cambria. County more than 60 years ago.His wife, Mrs. Matilda (Strittmatter) Link, passed away nine years ago. They were married in St. Benedict's
Catholic Church at Carroll-town in 1872. Surviving are those children: James Link, Altoona; Ida, wife of John Gray, Spangler; Ed-ward Link, Trafford; Mary, wife of C. J. Cordell, Patton; Jane, wife of S. P.
Deitrick, with whom he re-sided, and Amandus Link, Jeannette.
He also leaves 31. grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Mr. Link was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church here and the Rosary Society. Funeral services will be conducted Monday morning in the church. Burial will he in St. Benedict's Church Cemetery at Carrolltown.

the Tribune Johnstown,PA March 1,1939

In the blacklick newspaper index,it has two Henry J Link

one died in March 1,1939 and the other in Sept 16,1939

I'm think'n that March 1 is the correct

John Bauman

SCHNEIDER

Dorothy J. Schendel — 24 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I would like to here from any relatives or descendants of:

Micheal SCHNEIDER born in Alsaces-Loraine married Lucinda Martha LUTHER on 14 May 1855 in Carrolltown, Cambria County, PA. Lucinda's Parents were John LUTHER and Mary Ann PLATT.

The children of Micheal SCHNEIDER and Lucinda PLatt are:
Edith SCHNEIDER; Gabriel SCHNEIDER; GEORGE SCHNEIDER; John SCHNEIDER; Margot SCHNEIDER who married Howard YERGER; Martha SCHNEIDER who married ______ SCHETTIG; Jacob SCHNEIDER; James SCHNEIDER; Rose Augusta SCHNEIDER born 6 Aug 1864 who married ______ FARREL and then ______ CRAWFORD; Margareth Sylvinia SCHNEIDER born 10 Nov 1867.Nov 1867.

Sievers - Leis Wedding, 1907

KerryM3410 — 24 May 2008 12:05:10 GMT

Sievers - Leis.

Edward Sievers and Miss Rosie Leis, of the Eleventh Ward, were recently united in marriage at the parsonage of St. Joseph's German Catholic Church, by the Rev. Farther Rudesind. The attendants were Joseph Springer and Miss Anna Lois.

Johnstown Tribune Weekly Edition
October 11, 1907
Page 6

[NOTE: I transcribed and posted this article in the hope that it will be useful to others. However, I have no additional information on the surnames appearing therein.]

Wilkins/Trimbath

Dennis Fields — 9 Mar 2001 12:00:00 GMT

I am interested in locating any descendants of Hiram and
Elizabeth (Trimbath) Wilkins who lived in Patton, Cambria County, PA and are buried there.

Angeline Legros Lechene Weakland

karriover — 19 Aug 2008 4:35:48 GMT

I am looking for any information on an Angeline Legros. Her first husband was Fredrick Alfred Lechene. Her second husband was Blair Weakland.

Any information on any of these 3 will be most helpful. Angeline was my great grandmother.

Catherine Parrish, 1825-1911

LisaBaker65 — 17 Aug 2008 12:12:32 GMT

Johnstown Weekly Tribune, Johnstown, PA, 21 JUL 1911

MRS. PARRISH BURIED
Native of Carrolltown Died in Portage, Was Within One Day of Eighty-six.

Cresson, July 20. -- The Rev. Father Graven at 9 o'clock Monday morning said a mass for Mrs. Catherine Parrish, who died at 5:10 o'clock Saturday evening at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. William Price, of Portage. Her remains were then laid to rest in the cemetery of St. Aloysius' Catholic Church at the Summit. Had Mrs. Parrish lived one more day she would have been eighty-six years old.

Mrs. Catherine Parrish was born at Carrolltown. Her husband, John Parrish died twelve years ago. One brother, Archibald Kirkpatrick, lives in Oklahoma and the following children also survive: Mrs. John Powers of the Summit; Thomas Parrish, of Cresson; Mrs. Jennie Fox, of Glasgow; Mrs. William Price of Portage; Mrs. Agnes Schwaderer, of Cresson; and Archibald and James, of the Summit.

Buried: St. Aloysius Cemetery, Cresson, PA

PARRISH, Catherine, 21 Jul 1825-20 Jul 1911, wife of John P., daughter of Thomas and Matilda (Miller) Kirkpatrick (O)

PARRISH, John P., 1820-30 Oct 1889, aged 79 years, husband of Catherine (Kirkpatrick), son of John and Mary (K/O)

Robert RATCHFORD

DaleBritten49 — 23 Feb 2002 4:56:40 GMT

Robert L Ratchford died January 26, 2000 at Nason Hospital, Roaring Sring. He was born Nov 11, 1936, in Gallitzin, the son of Leo and Mary (Troxell) Ratchford. He was twice married. First he married Joan Hensley. He then married Patricia (Ligenfelter) Swab on April 15 1989 in Leamersville. He was a member of the Hollidaysburg United Methodist Church. He retired from SKF industries in March 1999, after 40 years of service. He managed and formed softball teams in the Intercounty League for 35 years. Surviving are his wife; two daughters, Tammy Franz and Tiffany; three sons: Timothy, Thomas, and Terry; two sisters: Alma Stiver and June Steel; three brothers: Edward, Richard, and Guy; 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, Verdon Focht and a brother, Calvin. Interment in Riverview Cemetery, Leamersville. (Altoona Mirror, Jan 28, 2000)

Bergmann

richardeahern2007 — 16 Aug 2008 7:46:51 GMT

Looking for Bergmann, Rheinholdt and Josephine son Adolph H born Dec 1882 in Johnstown. Can anyone help with a look up

Fredricy family

nmyres_1 — 1 Nov 2003 12:26:01 GMT

From military records, I was able to find out that my grandfater, Charles was born in Johnstown, PA, June 5, 1896.
He enlisted in the Army in Youngstown, Ohio in September of 1917. I know he had brothers. Any information would be appreciated.

Weakland, Blair F

Emery Weakland — 20 Dec 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Cambria Co. Looking for info for Blair F. Weakland and his parents thank you

Jasper, Bernadine 1927-1991

Eileenbeers — 21 Aug 2006 1:22:18 GMT

Bernadine Jasper, 63, Expires
Bernadine Jasper, 63, Blain City, Coalport RD, died Jan. 16, 1991, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville. She was born Oct. 17, 1927, in Dysart, the daughter of late William and Margaret (Ratchford) Campbell. She was preceded in death by two grandsons, William Jasper Jr. and Eric Keith, and two sisters, Leonora Vaitkus and Kay Snyder. Surviving or her husband, Robert, whom she married February 15, 1947, in Coalport, and these children, William, Coalport RD, Sandra Kruis and Sharon Keith, both of Fallentimber, Ronald, Gary and Brenda, all of Coalport, and 11 grandchildren. Also surviving are these brothers and sisters: Harold, West Decatur, Isabelle Davis, Clearfield, Cletus and Robert, both of Cleveland, Merle, Oklahoma, Joan Robinson, Hollidaysburg, Mona Rae Grove, Cresson, Marleen Nagle, Maryland can William, Virginia. Mrs. Jasper retired as a nurse’s aid from the Ebensburg Center in 1987 after ten years of service. She was a member of the Auxiliary to the Coalport VFW, and was a member of the Coalport Presbyterian Church. Services were held Saturday at the Presbyterian Church, Coalport, Rev. Thomas Lynn officiated. Interment, Beaver Valley Cemetery, Flinton RD.

Margaret Campbell 1903-1974

DABritten — 10 Aug 2004 7:04:45 GMT

Margaret Campbell of Dysart R.D., was dead on arrival at the Mercy Hospsital, August 22, 1974. Born April 7, 1904 in Frugality, a daughter of James and Alice (Giles) Ratchford, she married William F. Campbell on November 29, 1922, in St Mary Magdalen Catholic church, Frugality. Surviving are her husband, 12 children: Mrs Mary Lee Vaitkus, Harold, Cletus, Mrs Catherine Schneider, Robert, Mrs Bernadine Jasper, Mrs Isabelle Davis, Merle, Mrs Joan Vincent, Mrs Mona Grove, Mrs Marlene Nagle, William Campbell Jr; 29 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 4 brothers and sisters Thomas, Regis, Bernard, Eugene, Mrs Beatrice Gettings. She was a member of the St Mary Magdalen Church. Friends received at the Gibbons Funeral Home, Ashville. Interment in St Thomas Cemetery, Ashville. (Altoona Mirror, August 23, 1974) Campbell, Giles, Ratchford, Vaitkus,Schneider, Jasper, Davis, Gettings,

William Archibald McLaurin, b. 1872, Nova Scotia, Canada

kdefoster — 31 Jul 2008 7:31:52 GMT

William emigrated to the US about 1889, settling in Pennsylvania. He married Mary Jane West in Clearfield co., PA in 1893. They resided mainly in Cambria county where William worked as a miner. He died in 1944, Mary the following year. They are both buried in the North Barnesboro Cemetery, Barnesboro, Cambria, PA.

According to his death certificate, his father’s name is Thomas and his mother’s Jeannett McDougal.

The children of William and Mary Jane (also called "Polly") are:

Jeannette, b. abt 1895
Mary Beatrice, b. 15 Feb 1896
William, b. 14 July 1898
Annie Laurie, b. 29 Jan 1905
Charlotte Elizabeth, b. 11 Feb 1907
Hazel, b. 05 Apr 1909
Alvin, b. 20 Aug 1911
Ruth, b. 28 Jul 1916
Mildred, b. 18 Oct 1918

There may be other children. Any information on this family would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

Kathy D. Hudson
Kailua, Hawaii

Lansbery

marykapaun54 — 7 Aug 2008 8:47:49 GMT

I would greatly appreciate any information about the family of Harry, Harvey, Hollis, or Dorsey Lansbery. They were my dad's family and I am trying to locate any of their children. Thanks. You can e-mail me directly at hkapaun@comcast.net

Florence Lansberry, 1911-1969

LisaBaker65 — 10 Jun 2008 5:55:17 GMT

Union Press Courier, Patton, PA, SEP 1969

Obituary
MISS FLORENCE LANSBERRY, 58
Funeral services for Miss Florence E. Lansberry, 58, of Patton R.D., were held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Patton, by the Rev. Gerald McGarney, pastor. Interment was in the Fairview Cemetery, Patton.

Miss Lansberry died Wednesday, Sept. 24, at Miners Hospital, Spangler.

Born July 2, 1911, in Patton, she was a daughter of Harry C. and Florence M. Lansberry. She was a member of the auxiliary to the Gallitzin LOOM.

She was a sister of Mrs. Violetta Will, Orlando, Fla.; Mrs. Verna Trinkley, Palos Verdes Estates, Calif.; Mrs. Ruth Lane, Takoma Park, Md.; Wycliffe Lansberry, of Patton R.D., and Mrs. Roxie Lynn, Irwin.

Friends were received at the Joseph E. Stevens Funeral Home in Patton.

1853 Birth Cert for Cambria co.

Joan_griffin — 7 Aug 2008 1:24:58 GMT

Am I correct that there are a few years including 1853 that there are birth records located at the PA Archives in Harrisburg? I am looking for the birth record of Margaret Geist born Jan 1, 1853 near Johnstown.
Joan Abele Griffin

WALTERS, Charles E.; Obituary published in Johnstown Tribune-Democrat on Thursday, Nov. 5, 1987

kempf99 — 6 Aug 2008 3:58:28 GMT

"WALTERS--Charles E., 93, formerly of Somerset and Jennerstown, died Nov. 4, 1987, at Maple Mountain Manor, Berlin. born Feb 35, 1894, in Jenner Township, son of Gillian and Sarah (Griffith) Walters. Preceded in death by parents; sister, Maude Hay; and brother, Griffith "Dit." Survived by sister, Mabel, Berlin. Member of Hopewell United Methodist Church. Retired auto mechanic. Friends received from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday and until time of service at 11 a.m. Friday at Hoffman Funeral Home, Allegheny Street, Boswell, the Rev. Warren C. Cravotta. Interment, Jenner Township Baptist Cemetery."

WALTERS, Charles J.; Obituary published in Johnstown Tribune-Democrat on Thursday, Oct. 4, 1962

kempf99 — 6 Aug 2008 3:54:38 GMT

"WALTERS--Charles J., 56, 423 Main Street, Scalp Level, died Oct. 3, 1962, at home. Born Nov. 12, 1905, in Scalp Level, son of E. G. and Barbara (Miller) Walters. Survived by 3 brothers and 1 sister--Samuel, Windber; George, Scalp Level; Wilbur, Blairsville, and Marie, wife of Bert Umberger, Hummelstown, Pa. Also cousin, Mrs. Hazel Updegraff, Windber. Veteran of World War II. Member of VFW Post 795, Scalp Level; FOE 1633, Windber, and Mt. Zion Lutheran Chruch, Scalp Level. Friends received from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Lloyd G. Shank Funeral Home, Windber, where service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, the Rev. Richard Weaver. Burial, Richland Cemetery."

WALTERS, John Andrew; Obituary published in Johnstown Tribune on Monday, May 31, 1920

kempf99 — 6 Aug 2008 3:43:57 GMT

"John Andrew Walters, who had been employed in the Conemaugh roundhouse for some years, died suddenly of heart trouble at his home in the rear of 405 Fairfield avenue, Morrellville, last evening, aged 62 years [I believe this is a typo--he was born abt. April 1853]. He was a brother of Herman Walters, of the Sixth Ward; Mrs. Henry Ross, of the Seventh Ward; Mrs. John Atkins, of Kennedy avenue; Mrs. Doll Graham of Walnut Grove; Mrs. Grant Knee, of the Seventeenth Ward; and Mrs. Kate Miller, of Milton, Pa. In addition to these, the deceased is survived by his widow, Mrs. Maria (Goughnour) Walters, and these children: Harry, of Cleveland; Charles, of Morrellville; Mrs. Florence Clevenger, also of Morrellville, and Mrs. Joseph Miller of Westmont."

WALTERS, Harry; Obituary Published in Johnstown Tribune, Saturday, Sept 25, 1943

kempf99 — 6 Aug 2008 3:39:27 GMT

HARRY WALTERS DIES IN CLEVELAND

"Harry Walters, 48, of Cleveland, O., formerly of Johnstown, died at 1 o'clock this morning in Cleveland, where he had been engaged in the tire and auto accessory business for more than 20 years.

Mr. Walters was born in Johnstown, a son of John and Maria Walters. His mother died here on Mar. 27 last. Surviving are his father [sic--his father, John Andrew Walters, died May 30, 1920], his widow, Mrs. Anna (Holly [sic--Holley]) Walters, and two children, John and Lillian, both at home. A brother, Charles of Detroit, and two sisters, Mrs. Bertha Miller of Napoleon St. and Mrs. Florence Clevenger of Tanneryville, also survive.

Funeral services will be conducted Monday morning at St. Stephen's Church in Cleveland and the remains will then be shipped to Johnstown, arriving here Monday night. Friends will be received at the home of his sister, Mrs. Clevenger, in Tanneryville. Local funeral arrangements are incomplete. Interment will be in the family plot at Headrick Cemetery under the direction of Frank J. Pentrack & Son."

WALTERS, Maria (Goughnour); Obituary published Monday Mar 29, 1943 in Johnstown Tribune

kempf99 — 6 Aug 2008 3:36:30 GMT

NOTE: in Census records, Maria's given name is sometimes spelled "Mariah"

"Mrs. Maria (Goughnour) Walters, aged 88, died at 6:15 o'clock Saturday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Florence Clevenger, West Taylor Twp., with whom she resided. Born in Jackson Twp. on Feb 24, 1855, Mrs. Walters was a daughter of William and Pauline [sic--actually Mary, known as "Polly"] (Miller) Goughnour. Her husband, John Walters, died on May 30, 1920.

Surviving are four children--Harry Walters, Cleveland, O.; Charles Walters, Detroit, Mich., Mrs. Bertha Miller, 410 Thomas Ave., and Mrs. Florence Clevenger.

She also leaves 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Walters was a sister of Mrs. Clara Mahoney, Chicago, Ill., and Miss Ellen Goughnour, 410 Thomas Ave. The octogenarian was a member of the Bowserdale Evangelical Church.

Friends are being received at the Clevenger home, where funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 o'clock Wednesday afternoon by Rev. J. M. Miller, Evangelical minister. Burial will be in Headrick Cemetery under the direction of S. J. Conway & Son."

Nathaniel H. LEHMAN (25 Aug 1866, Paint Twp. -- 1 Sep 1936, Johnstown)

michaelscaldwell — 28 Jun 2008 8:29:06 GMT

Johnstown, PA "Tribune" issue of Wednesday, 2 September 1936, p. 19

N.H. LEHMAN, 70, OF HOOVERSVILLE CALLED BY DEATH

Retired Farmer Served on Borough Council for Four Years

SOMERSET NATIVE

HOOVERSVILLE, Sept. 2--Nathaniel H. Lehman, well-known retired Hooversville farmer, died yesterday morning in Lee Homeopathic Hospital. He was in his 71st year of life.

Mr. Lehman was born in Paint Township, Somerset County, August 25, 1866, a son of Henry J. and Rachael (Seese) Lehman, both deceased. He was an active member of the Hooversville Lutheran Church, being a deacon at the time of his death.

Nathaniel H. Lehman also took an active part in civic affairs. He served as a member of the Hooversville Borough Council for a period of four years.

Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Laura Jane (Holsopple) Lehman, with whom he was united in marriage on September 28, 1884, and these children: Viola O. Lehman of Washington, D.C.; Ertie A. Lehman of Bethlehem; Chester B. Lehman of Southmont; Mrs. Mollie Wain, Jeanetta E. and Silas N. Lehman, all of Hooversville; Henry I. and William D. Lehman of Johnstown and Hannah B. and Daise R. Lehman, both at home. Seventeen grandchildren also survive.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 o'clock tomorrow afternoon at the Hooversville Lutheran Church by Rev. H.B. Hull, pastor. Burial will take place in the P.O.S. of A. Cemetery, Hooversville, under the direction of A.C. Berkebile, local mortician.
_______________________________________________

Cemetery in Upper Yoder Twp

7vette4 — 10 Jul 2008 6:16:52 GMT

I have a deed dated 1901 in which describes a lot in the High Hill Cemetery. I believe this is the Sell Berkley Cemetery but am having difficulty proving it. I was at the courthouse last week but they were not able to offer any help. The deed is from father to son. It describes the lot but not in terms of ownership. Any help in how I can pinpoint the location of this? If this is for the family lot then the Sell Berkley has yet another name it was known by.

Contact me directly

michaelscaldwell — 4 Aug 2008 12:28:54 GMT

Hello, please e.mail me directly and we can communicate about this family. The address is michaelscaldwell {at} yahoo [dot] com. Format it the usual way. I will tell you that I'm not directly related to Nathaniel Lehman but am to his wife, who was Laura Jane Holsopple. I have a great deal of information and research about her paternal family and ancestry.

O'Brien

EFSinPA — 3 Aug 2008 4:16:05 GMT

Looking for info on O'Brien family that lived in Gallitzin, Cambria County, PA. Names in the family are:
James b. about 1865 married Mary Anna Troy
son William Joseph b. 6/30/1892
son William (Buddy) b. 1923
son James Eugene (Gene) b. 1925
Buddy and Gene both became policemen in Detroit area.
I believe Gene served in WW II Navy.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.

O'Brien

EFSinPA — 3 Aug 2008 4:07:00 GMT

Monday's Corner Cemetery

Mary Hall — 27 Feb 2001 12:00:00 GMT

Does anyone know of a Monday's Corner Cemetery in Cambria County, Pennsylvania? It may be near Strongstown. I am told that Ritner & Mary "Mollie" A. (Stiles) Hill are buried there. Thank you.

Blough - Johnstown, Pa

CASIESEAGRAVES — 30 Jul 2008 6:18:37 GMT

I am searching for information on my great grandmother.

Her name was Flora Emma Blough, d/o Henry and Caroline (Sala) Blough. She married Albert Michael Miller in 1917. They were both previously married. Albert was married to Minnie (Baer?) and had 4 children: Clyde, Gertrude, Walter, and Robert. Flora was married to an unknown Weaver and had a son Ivan in 1915. Once married they had: Therman (1917), Dorothy (Simmons)in 1919 (my grandmother), Louis in 1921, and Wilber.

I have found this family in the 1920 census but cannot find them on the 1930 census. I know they attended church at Walnut Grove and my dad believes they lived in the same area.

Albert Michael Miller died in 1934 and I believe he is burried in Grandview. Flora married again to an unknown Emerick. Flora died approx 1967.

The information I keep finding says her name was Emma H Blough and had a sister Flora A Blough but from my information that is not correct. Can anyone help me shed some light on this?

Family Search

Gwendolyn Seeman — 14 Mar 2002 11:55:37 GMT

Traveling to Cambria Co. to research, week of July 17th. Anyone have tips on where to look for immigration records.

obituary lookup

darlan341 — 29 Jul 2008 10:56:41 GMT

I am looking for an obituary and cemetary location for
Ellen (Elinor) Rachel Morgan
born: 2 Oct 1875
died: 26 Nov 1947 barnesboro

This is my Great Grandmother unfortunately I have no further information her maiden name was Jones. She was married to William Morgan

Thank you,

Darla

ZEUNGES, RHOADES, BLOUGH, HABERLEIN, HORTEN

RZEUNGES — 8 Aug 2001 1:20:34 GMT

Am researching the above listed families who lived in Johnstown, Cambria County, Pennsylvania well back into the 1800's, with the possible exception of the ZEUNGES family. They probably emigrated from Germany in the late 1800's. All help greatly appreciated, and will be happy to share the info I already have.

Ron

HERTZOG / FLICK

marshatroy1 — 17 May 2008 4:23:36 GMT

I am seeking info on the children of Josephine Hertzog and her husband George Flick. I have the names of Catherine, Theresa, Eliza, Rosalie, Josephine, Charles, John. I am unable to find info on thier children. Any help appreciated. marsha yahner troy

Michael ROUDABUSH (18 Aug 1846, Blair Co. -- 25 Nov 1897, Holsopple, Somerset Co., former resident of Johnstown)

michaelscaldwell — 26 Jul 2008 7:47:42 GMT

Johnstown, PA "Johnstown Tribune" issue of Friday, 26 November 1897, p. 1

FATAL ACCIDENT AT HOLSOPPLE.

Michael Roudabush Struck and Killed by an S. & C. Engine.

Michael Roudabush, a miner employed by Joseph Cramer on coaling jobs in the vicinity of Holsopple, Somerset County, was instantly killed at noon yesterday on the Somerset & Cambria Branch Railroad.

The unfortunate man had walked into Holsopple from the country, and, after eating his Thanksgiving dinner at Hotel Holsopple, started for the railroad station to take the noon train for this city to attend to some business. He was crossing the tracks to reach the station platform when the train came thundering along and Mr. Roudabush was struck on the head by the engine. When picked up it was found he was dead, his skull having been fractured, exposing the brain.

Mr. Roudabush, who was a former resident of this city, was fifty-one years old, and leaves a wife and three children, viz: Miss Ella and Samuel and Edward, who resided at No. 438 Central avenue, Seventeenth Ward. He also worked at Cramer, Indiana County, for a number of years and was well-known in that place and vicinity.

Michael Roudabush was a private in Company A, Seventy-eighth Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, having enlisted under Capt. William Cummins, in Indiana County.

His aged mother resides at Lilly, this county, with her daughter--Miss Rachel Roudabush. The deceased was a brother of Joseph Roudabush, of Gallitzin; Mrs. Ellen Ullery, of Altoona; Mrs. Dellinger and Miss Kate, of McKee's Gap.

Deceased was a member of the Holsopple Lodge of Odd Fellows and will be buried by them at 2 o'clock to-morrow afternoon, interment to be made in Grand View Cemetery.
______________________________________________

Grandview Cemetery, Johnstown, Cambria County, Pennsylvania
Interment Record

Interment Number: 3368
Interment Date: 27 November 1897
Name: MICHAEL ROUDEBUSH
Date of Death: 25 November 1897
Price: $32.00
Age: 51
Gender: Male
Section: ED1
Lot: 168
Page: 237
SQ: 216
Place of Birth: Blair County
Cause of Death: Killed on Railroad (B & O)
Place of Decease: Holsopple, PA
Owner: Jos. E. Roudebush
______________________________________________

Children of John and Eliza Cameron

cjcameron118 — 25 Jul 2008 4:43:44 GMT

Would anyone have any info on the above and their surviving children. This family was from Belsano, Blacklick Twp and according to Elizas' 1903 obit she was survived by her daughter Mary Jane and son Charles. I have no idea whatever happened to Mary Jane. Charles was my gg grandfather. The other surviving children were Hugh of the 19th Ward of Johnstown and John of the 21st. I have some info on Hugh and Rebecca but none on John and Martha or Mary Jane. Charles married Alice Bracken who was also from Belsano.

Any help appreciated!

Craig J Cameron

O'Brien

EFSinPA — 25 Jul 2008 4:11:30 GMT

Seeking info on O'Briens from Gallitzin.
James b. about 1865 married Mary Anna Troy 1887.
Possibly the son of Patrick Troy and Ann
Children:
William Joseph b. 6/30/1892
Sons William b. 1923 and James Eugene "Gene" b. 1925
Anna Elizabeth b. 12/28/1893 d. 6/29/1963
Married Guy Fasnacht 1913

Nesbitt Bible

Katherine Bevis — 30 Jan 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Jacob Stokes

rclantz — 26 Sep 2003 1:59:17 GMT

Jacob Stokes b. about 1774 PA, d. 1850-60 Conemaugh Twp., Cambria Co., PA. Married 1st before 1813 name unknown, married 2nd Lilly b. 1800 PA d. 1850-60 Conemaugh Twp., Cambria Co., PA. Known children by 1st wife Sarah 1813, George 1820, James 1827and by 2nd wife Charles W. 1832, Matthew 1836, Asbury 1840, Susannah 1842. Found 1850 Conemaugh Twp., Cambria Co., PA, 1840 Wheatfield Twp., Indiana Co., PA, 1830 St. Clair Twp., Bedford Co.,PA.

Wish to correspond with anyone who has information regarding this family.

Michael Luther/Anne Marie Stophel

Carl_Shiber — 18 Aug 2001 2:27:16 GMT

Looking for information on Anne Marie Stophel, married Michael L. Luther abt 1879 in Indiana County, probably Strongstown, Pa. There were three children Evaline born 9 Feb 1880, Lower Prospect Twp, died 21 Feb 1918, Munster, Cambria Pa. Son John V Luther born 1883, died 1944 Cresson, Pa. Catherine (no information). Any help is appreciated. Carl

Irish family search

Bobby Bennett — 7 Sep 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I'm looking for information on Cambria County residents, Thomas Brannigan and his wife Mary Ellen Gallagher, as well as on their daughter-in-law Rosella Coughenour (daughter of Newton and Ada Baker Coughenour).

I think Thomas and Mary Ellen were married ca. 1880 (give or take five years), and that Thomas might have been from Dublin. Would like to know where in Ireland both were from, and any other information about them.

Their granddaughter, Julia, was baptised in the St. John Gualbert's Co-Cathedral in 1916. So that might be a starting point. Does anyone know if the cathedral records are accessible?

And were there any other highschools (Catholic?) in/near Johnstown, other than Reade?

Many thanks, and especial thanks to the site owners and managers. It's wonderful to have so much information available!

Krise, Susan (Hoover) ? - 1940

Beth Campbell Fladaker — 20 Mar 2005 6:57:20 GMT

Altoona Mirror 07/16/1940
Mrs. Susan Hoover Krise
Died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Francis Baker, in St. Augustine, Cambria county, yesterday morning at 5:20 o'clock. She had been in failing health for several months. Surviving are her father and step-mother, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hoover of St. Augustine, and ten children, and two brothers and two sisters. She was a member of the St. Augustine Catholic Church.

H.F. Yahner

marshatroy1 — 14 Jul 2008 4:47:13 GMT

In a book witten in 1953, they list a "H F" Yahner as being in Cambria county and a fine maker of Kentucky rifles. I have no info on this man, do you ?

Brady - Fitzharris Wedding, 1907

KerryM3410 — 17 May 2008 10:12:30 GMT

Brady - Fitzharris.

Announcement was made for the first time Sunday morning, at St. John's Catholic Church, on Clinton street, of the coming marriage of Miss Alice Fitzharris to Thomas Brady, both of this city.

Johnstown Tribune Weekly Edition
September 6, 1907
Page 6

[NOTE: I transcribed and posted this article in the hope that it will be useful to others. However, I have no additional information on the surnames appearing therein.]

Petrik Family

pkitcho — 8 Mar 2004 3:33:05 GMT

My great grandfather was John Petrik, married to Julia Kacsmar. They had several children - Marie, John Jr, and others. They lived mainly in the Dunlo, PA area as well as Windber, PA. If you want additional information, let me know.

Supposedly, there was a Adam Petrik as well. And they were from Slovakia.

James Lane, 1900-1969

LisaBaker65 — 20 Mar 2006 2:38:30 GMT

Union Press Courier, Patton, PA, NOV 1969

JAMES R. LANE
James Robert Lane, 68, of Bakerton, died Tuesday, Nov. 4, at Miners Hospital, Spangler. Born Dec. 13, 1900, in Barnesboro, he was a son of James R. and Catherine (Bradley) Lane. He was preceded in death by two daughters and one son.

Surviving are his widow, the former Elvena Downing, and these children: James William, Mrs. Monna Belle Bassett, Darrell Eugene, Mrs. Bonnie Jean Hertzog, Gerald Edward and Mrs. Nancy Louise McCoy, all of Bakerton; Robert Earl, U.S. Marine Corps, Philadelphia. There are also 23 grandchildren.

Mr. Lane was a brother of Mrs. Joseph Sherwin, Spangler; Mrs. Clyde Whited, Barnesboro; and Mrs. George Smith, Carrolltown R.D.

He was a member of Local 1269, UMWA, and Bakerton Athletic Club.

Friends are being [received] at the James J. Long Funeral Home, Barnesboro, where service will be held at 2 p.m. this Thursday, by the Rev. J.I. Colpetzer. Interment will follow in the Bakerton Methodist Cemetery.

BRADLEY

J. Bradley — 25 Jun 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Seeking information on the family of John Bradley of Allegheny Township, Cambria County. He came from Ireland with several brothers circa 1830?.
Please e-mail Johnnyodd@aol.com

MORAN/BRADLEY: 1860'S

John Bradley — 23 Nov 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am researching the families of Francis Moran and Bridget (Bradley) Moran of Allegheny Township. Francis Moran was born apx. 1820. Bridget Bradley, born apx. 1824, daughter of John Bradley and Mary Kelly Bradley.

e-mail Johnnyodd@aol.com

Albert Miller (abt 1872) married Flora Emma Blough (1890) and children

CASIESEAGRAVES — 21 Jun 2008 7:06:08 GMT

I am looking for information on my great grandparents, Albert Miller and Flora Emma Blough. Here is what I know:

Albert Miller (abt 1872) married Flora Emma Blough (born abt 1890 in Pa)- Father Marcellus Blough (abt 1855-1942) Mother Cathrine "Katy J" Helm (abt 1859- ?).

I believe this was a second marriage for both Albert and Flora.

1920 Johnstown Census shows Albert, Flora E and the following children:
1.Gertrude Miller 16
2.Walter Miller 13
3.Robert Miller 10
4.Arthur Miller 7
5.Ivan Miller 5 (Real name Ivan Weaver-I am positive)
6.Therman Miller 2 11/12
7.Dorothy Miller 10/12

Other child/children: Louis Miller and Clyde Miller

Dorothy LaVere Miller(born 2-20-1919 died 4-11-2000 of Johnstown,PA) married William Glen Simmons (12-22-1918 of Vinco died 8-25-2001). They lived in Richland Twnship. Dorothy was my grandmother.

I remember her stories and I THINK...

Flora Emma Blough's children from 1st marriage to unknown Weaver:
Ivan Weaver- abt 1915

Albert Miller's children from previous marriage to unknown mother:
Gertrude Miller
Walter Miller
Robert Miller
Arthur Miller

Albert Miller died while my grandmother was still a child. I am not sure when or where he is burried and I don't know who his parents were.

Flora Emma Blough married a 3rd time to unknown Emerick.

I am trying to find out how all these people really fit into my tree! Can anyone shead a little light on this for me? I would greatly appreciate it!

Spangler Cemetery Query

r77patrick — 20 Feb 2007 5:05:35 GMT

I was wondering if there was ever a St. Mary's Immaculate Conception Church and/or Cemetery in Spangler? I have an an obituary from 1949 that lists such a place as being in Spangler. Thank you for any help.

Look Up....Please.

pixieflyby — 8 Jul 2008 2:48:35 GMT

Seeking the parents names for the following person. Dorothy Kopka born May 29, 1921. She died Jan. 10, 1996 in Nanty-Glo, Cambria county, Pa. Her first husband was Earl Packer who died in 1972. Her second husband was last name of Lee, I dont know first name. Dorothy Kopka (Packer)(Lee). Any information would be appreciated....thank you for your time.......Lorie

Clorley Family

Colleen — 10 Nov 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for information on the family of Thomas Clorley and Katherine McCoy. I know they came from Staffordshire, England to Pennsylvania in 1886 or 1887. I also know they lived in Nanty Glo, PA (Cambria County) during the 1920's/1930's . There were 10 or 11 children in the family including Thomas, Albert, George, Blanche, Maude, Margaret, and Martha (my great-grandmother). Any information you could share would be greatly appreciated.

John Lloyd/Sarah Nice

ajaxcc94 — 1 Jul 2008 1:49:15 GMT

I'm searching for my great grandparents, John Lloyd and Sarah Nice. The death certificate for my grandfather--Harry L. Lloyd, lists John Lloyd and Sarah Nice as his parents, Harry having been born on 01/29/1872 in South Fork, Pa.

Any information is greaty appreciated.

Thanks!

Lantzy, Cpl. Anson W., 1945.

Trish — 12 Dec 2005 2:18:52 GMT

Nine days after the amputation of his legs, Cpl. Anson W. Lantzy, 25, died in a hospital somewhere in France, according to information received by his widow, Mrs. Betty (Beegle) Lentzy, of 191 Griffith St. On April 17, five days after the amputation which was a result of severe wounds sustained in action, Capl. Lantzy's conditon became critical and he died on April 21. In addition to his widow, Cpl. Lantzy leaves his stepfather and his mother, Harry Roth and Mrs. Jennie Lantzy Roth, 660 Coleman Ave. and the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Emma Ripjack, Bond St.; Mrs. Paluline Glavach, and Roberta Jean Roth, both of 660 Coleman ave.; Mrs. Mary Fatula, Loyd St. Nanty Glo; Master Sgt. John A. Lantzy, Ft. Jackson, S.C., and Edward Lantzy, Oakmont. His father, Sylvester Lantzy, died several years ago. May 9, 1945, The Johnstown Democrat, pg. 10.

Sadie (Brallier) NOFFSINGER (13 May 1869, Johnstown -- 8 Feb 1922, Johnstown)

michaelscaldwell — 30 Jun 2008 12:30:51 GMT

Altoona, PA "Altoona Mirror" issue of Thursday, 9 February 1922

MRS. SADIE B. NOFFSINGER,

Residing at 1086 Solomon street, Johnstown, died at her home yesterday morning after an illness of a year and a half. She was a daughter of Samuel and Susannah Brallier, and was born in Jackson township, Cambria county, May 13, 1869. She was married at Defiance, O., Dec. 1, 1898, to J.B. Noffsinger, who with six children, survives. Four children preceded her in death. She is also survived by her step-mother, two sisters, a brother, a half brother, a half sister and two step sisters. She was a member of the Walnut Grove Church of the Brethren, where funeral services will be conducted Friday afternoon at 2.30 o'clock, followed by interment in Headrick's cemetery. Mrs. Noffsinger had many relatives in this city where she was a frequent visitor. She was a brilliant writer and in former years did much writing for the periodicals of her church as well as for the secular press.
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LUDWIG, Edward G. Obit

roadqueen1340 — 30 Jun 2008 12:03:46 GMT

LUDWIG, Edward G., born on October 13, 1929, passed away peacefully in Tucson, Arizona on June 25, 2008. He lived most of his life in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania. Ed is a World War II Veteran and is a retiree from Bell Telephone. He is survived by his spouse, Frances B. Ludwig; two sons, three daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His family will have a private ceremony in their home. Friends and others are welcome to come to their home at 4137 N. Calle Benitez for a Celebration of Life on Saturday, July 5th from 12:30 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Direct CareGiver Association, 1940 E. Silverlake Road, Suite 402, Tucson, AZ 85713-3865, with a notation in the memo "In Memory of Edward G. Ludwig." Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.

Published in the Tucson Newspapers on 6/29/2008.

Posted as RAOGK. I am not related and have no further information.

LUDWIG, Edward G. Obit

roadqueen1340 — 30 Jun 2008 12:03:34 GMT

Dalton J. HOLSOPPLE (29 Dec 1879, Paint Twp. -- 22 Apr 1972, Johnstown)

michaelscaldwell — 28 Jun 2008 8:32:48 GMT

Johnstown, PA "Tribune-Democrat" issue of Monday, 24 April 1972, p. 25

HOLSOPPLE -- Dalton J., 92, Ferrelton, Stoystown R.D. 1, died April 22, 1972, at Memorial Hospital, Johnstown. Born Dec. 29, 1879, in Paint Township, Somerset County, son of Simon P. and Jemima (Lohr) Holsopple. Preceded in death by wife, former Sydney Gardner; son, John S., and a brother and two sisters. Survived by two daughters, Miss Reita, Stoystown R.D. 1, and Dorothy, wife of Ralph Plymire, York, Pa.; also three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Member of St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, Boswell. Life member of Somerset Lodge 358, F. & A.M., and Harrisburg Consistory. Was a 32nd degree Mason. Justice of peace for 42 years and road supervisor for a number of terms in Jenner Township. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9:30 p.m. Monday at Joseph H. Hoffman Funeral Home, 227 Allegheny St., Boswell, where service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, the Rev. George A. Clark. Interment, Somerset County Memorial Park. Masonic service at 8 p.m. Monday at funeral home.
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Julia (St. Clair) WILSON (11 Oct 1881 -- 6 Jun 1942, Johnstown)

michaelscaldwell — 28 Jun 2008 8:23:00 GMT

Johnstown, PA "Tribune" issue of Saturday, 6 June 1942, p. 14

MRS. C.O. WILSON EXPIRES; STRICKEN ON SHOPPING TOUR

Somerset Pike Woman Succumbs Within Hour After Collapsing

Stricken soon after arriving in the central part of the city on a shopping tour at 10 o'clock this morning, Mrs. Charles O. Wilson, 60, of Johnstown R.D. 4, Somerset Pike, died less than one hour later in Memorial Hospital. With her at the time she was stricken was a daughter, Miss Julia Adele Wilson.

A nearby physician was called and ordered the woman removed to the hospital, where she expired at 11 o'clock. The doctor said death was probably caused by a cerebral hemorrhage.

Mrs. Wilson was a lifelong Johnstown resident. She was the former Julia St. Clair and was born on October 11, 1881, a daughter of Jackson and Salome St. Clair, both deceased. She is survived by her husband and four children, Dudley E. Wilson, intermarried with Pearl Carney, Johnstown R.D. 4; Hazel, wife of Bert Overdorff Jr., New Florence; Edwin C. Wilson, intermarried with Mildred Thomas, rear 641 Horner Street, and Julia Adele Wilson, at home. Three children are deceased. There are nine grandchildren.

Mrs. Wilson was a sister of Mrs. David Benshoff, Wilson Street; Mrs. Darrell Hockensmith, Wilson Street; Mrs. Effie Bush, Johnstown R.D. 1; Mrs. Louis Leckey, 153 C Street, Morrellville; Mrs. W.E. Benshoff, Waterloo, Ia.; Campbell St. Clair, Brownstown, and Clifford C. St. Clair, Blair Street, Westmont. One brother is dead.

Friends will be received at the A.A. Wagner Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the Barron Avenue United Brethren Church, of which Mrs. Wilson was a lifelong member. Other arrangements have not been completed.
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