Pennsylvania Obituary and Marriage Records, 1947-2010
Nelle I. Gooden, 95 of Seabright Personal Care Home, Main St. Rogersville, PA formerly of Waynesburg, PA died at 3:40AM Sunday February 15, 2004 at the Greene Co. Memorial Hospital Waynesburg, PA She was born June 25, 1908 in Blacksville, W.Va. a Daughter of the late A.Clark Johnson and Mary Elizabeth Hawkins Johnson.Mrs. Gooden was an active member of the Spraggs United Methodist Church while her health permitted and was a member of the Womens Society of the church. She was a Graduate of Blacksville HIgh School Class of 1927 and a Graduate of Fairmont State Teachers College class of 1932. She was an elementary teacher at Core, Pentress and Blacksville W.Va. for several years. Her Husband: Samuel L. Gooden whom she married July 29, 1933 died November 1975. Surviving are 1 Daughter: Mary Lou Edwards of Olney, Maryland 1 Son: Thomas L. Gooden of Smith Creek Road Waynesburg, PA 4 Grandchildren: Thomas Randal Gooden, G. Michael Gooden, Myndee Kerner, and Brian Edwards 2 Great Grandchildren Several Nieces and Nephews She was the last of her immediate family. Deceased: 1 Sister: Besse Richardson 2 brothers : Claude Johnson and Ralph Kenneth Johnson 1 Half Brother: Harry Johnson Friendsw will be received from 2:00PM to 4:00PM and 7:00PM to 9:00PM on Tuesday, February 17, 2004 at the Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home, Inc. 197 N. Maiden St. Waynesburg, PA Where services will be conducted at 11:00AM on Wednesday, February 18, 2004 with the Rev. Kathy Higgins officiating. Burial will be at the Claughton Cemetery, White ley Twp., Greene Co.
Nelle L. Headlee, 85 of Bradenton, Fla formerly of Mt. Morris, PA and Silver Springs, Maryland died at 4:45 PM thurs. Dec. 19, 2002 in the Freeedom Village Nursing Center in Bradenton, Fla. She was born Nov. 1, 1917 in Mt. Morris, PA to the late James Coleman and Dora Ritter Lewellen. Mrs. Headlee was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church in Bradenton, Fla. where she was a member The Womens Society at the church. Mrs. Headlee was also a member of the Power Squadron boating club in Bradenton. She worked as a Secretary for the U.S. Government Naval Ordinance Laboratory in White Oak, Maryland for several years. Her Husband: Willis L. Headlee died January 29, 1976 Surviving are 1 Daughter: Elsie Tuma of Oak Hill, Virginia 2 sons : James Headlee of Rockville, Maryland and Robert Headlee of Parrish, Fla. 6 Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren 1 Sister: Joanne Brickley of Fulton, Maryland 1 Brother: John Lewellan of Mt. Morris, PA Several Nieces and Nephews Deceased: 3 brothers : William Lewellen, Denny Lewellen, and Joseph Lewellen The family will greet friends from 12:30 to 1:30 the hour of the memorial service without the casket being present on Friday Dec. 27, 2002 at the Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home, Inc. Corner Ellsworth Ave and Rt 19, Mt. Morris, PA Burial will be at the Cedar Grove Cemetery in Mt. Morris with the Rev. David Ealy officiating.
Nora "Reenie" Maureen Glidden, 50 of Rolling Meadows Rd. Wayensburg, PA 15370 died at 1:19PM Thursday, February 20, 2003 at the Greene Co. Memorial Hosp. Waynesburg following and Extended Illness. She was born Feb. 6, 1953 in Waynesburg, PA to the late Paul Albert and Lavonne"Bonnie" Stockdale Lewis. Mrs. Glidden was a member of the Waynesburg Bible Chapel. She enjoyed gardening, birds, and oldie music. She was a Homemaker. Her Husband: Jack Glidden whom she married Feb. 27, 1988 survives Also surviving are 1 Son: Danny Leo of Waynesburg, PA 5 sisters : Rose Spangenberg of Mapletown, PA, LeAnna Roupe of Holbrook, PA, Sandra GAtrell of Virginia Beach, Va., Patty Ankrom of Waynesburg, PA, Jackie Lewis of Waynesburg, PA 2 brothers : Paul E. Lewis of Killen, Texas , and Robert E. Lewis of West Finley, PA 2 Half sisters : Myradene Quinn and Dorothy Eakin both of West Palm Beach, Fla. Deceased: 1 Daughter: Bonnie Michelle and 1 Son: James Matthew both who died in infancy. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 on Sunday at the Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home, Inc. 197 N. Maiden St. Waynesburg, PA where services will be held at 11:00Am Monday Feb. 24, 2003 with Paul Parsons officiating. Burial will be at the Rosemont Cemetery, Rogersville, PA
Norman Wesley "Mike" Wilson, 91 of 300 Ceneter Ave. Waynesburg, PA died at 7:05 AM Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2003 in the Beverly Health Care Waynesburg following a lenghty illness. He was born July 4, 1911 in Waynesburg, PA to the late Frank and Flo(Grimm)Wilson.Mr. Wilson was a member of the First Christian Church of Waynesburg. He attended Waynesburg Public Schools. He was a Life Member of the Loyal Order of Moose #461 of Waynesburg and was active in Moose Charities and Waynesburg Fund raising activities while his health permitted. Mr. Wilson was a former coach and manager of Little League Football, Baseball, and Wrestling Teams. He was honored with a dinner and watch for all his work with the Junior Athletic League. He was also active in the Democrat Party. He worked for 40 years as a machine operator at the Hoge Bakery in Waynesburg. For 6 1/2 years he worked as a custodian for Central Greene School District. His Wife: Irene Harris Wilson whom he married August 15, 1931 died November 5, 2001 Survivng are 2 daughters : Phyllis Jean Wilson Moore of Clarksburg, W.Va. and Twila K. Elby of Connellsville, PA 1 Son: Terry Wilson of Sandusky, Ohio 8 Grandchildren and 7 Great Grandchildren 2 sisters : Mary Thomas of Smithfield, PA and Margaret Breese of Waynesburg, PA Several Nieces and Nephews Deceased: 1 Daughter: JoAn Conroy 2 sisters : Agnes Koval and Florence Wilson 2 brothers : Homer and Jesse Wilson Friends will be received from 1:00PM to 2:00 PM the hour of service Friday Feb. 14, 2003 at the Milliken and Throcmorton Funeral Home, Inc. 197 N. Maiden St. Waynesburg, PA Burial will be at the Oakmont Cemetery Franklin Twp., Greene Co. Pastor Gregg Wilgus officiating.
Olive I. Jeffries 98 of Waynesburg, PA died Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2002 at the Rolling Meadows Nursing Home Waynesburg. She was born Sept. 11, 1904 in Graysville, PA to the late David and Effie Wright Morris.Mrs. Jeffries was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Waynesburg. She worked for 30 years in the Laundry Dept. at the Greene Co. Memorial Hospital retiring in 1970. Her Husband: Elmer Jeffries whom she married March 12, 1928 died July 18, 1986. Surviving are 2 daughters : Allene Kesner of Mt. Morris Star Route, Waynesburg, PA and Mary McChesney of Waynesburg, PA 1 Son: Paul E. Jeffries of Palm Harbor, Fla. 17 Grandchildren and 24 Great Grandchildren 1 Half Sister: Lucille Perry of Waynesburg, PA Several Nieces and Nephews Deceased: 1 Son: David E. Jeffries 1 Half Sister: Mettie 6 brothers : Troy, Gordon, Vance, Andrew, Herb, and Earl Morris 2 Half brothers : Albert and Covert Morris Friends will be received from 2 to 9 on Friday Nov. 22, 2002 at the Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home197 N. Maiden St. Waynesburg, PA Where services will be held at 11:00AM Saturaday Nov. 23, 2002 with the Rev. John Poling officiating. Burial will be at the Greene Co. Memo. Park.Morgan Twp., Greene Co.
Paul Barlow, 92 of Waynesburg, PA died at 11:15AM Thursday, APril 1, 2004 at home. He was born March 22, 1912 in Waynesburg, PA A Son of the late Thomas G. and Maria Pinelli Barlow. Mr. Barlow attended the Waynesburg Bible Chapel in Waynesburg. He enjoyed bowling and gardening. He was a Veteran of W.W.II having served in the South Pacific with the U. S. Army. He was a former member of the James Farrell American Legion Post #330 in Waynesburg. He worked for several years as a Coal Miner. He then moved to New Jersey in 1952 and worked for Riatian Copper Smelting and Refining for several years. Mr. Barlow moved to Florida in 1967 and worked for Phospate Co., IMC. In 1993 he moved back to Waynesburg. His Wife: Wilma Cumpston Barlow died March 22, 1962. Surviving are 3 daughters : Paula E. Draper of Montana, Theresa B. Hensley of Waynesburg, PA, and Connie Bonesso of Perryopolis, PA 1 Son: Robert P. Barlow of Waynesburg, PA 1 Adopted Daughter: Thelma M. Clazey of Ohio 10 Grandchildren, 11 Great Grandchildren 1 Step Sister: Nellie Eddy of Waynesburg, PA 1 Step Brother: Victor Barlow of Pine Bank, PA Several Nieces and Nephews Deceased: 5 brothers : Pete Barlow, Joe Barlow, Albert Barlow, Liberty W. Barlow and Nick Barlow 1 Step Sister: Mae Barlow 1 Step Brother: Charles Barlow Friends will be received from 1:00PM to 2:00PM on Sunday, April 4, 2004 the hour of the service at the Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home, Inc. 197 N. Maiden St. Waynesburg, PA with the Rev. Larry Douglas officiating. Burial will be private and held at the St. Ann Cemetery in Waynesburg.
Paul R. Bernhart, Sr. 88 of Washington , PA formerly of Waynesburg, PA died at 12:30AM Sunday, April 4, 2004 at the Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA He was born March 15, 1916 in Pittsburgh, PA Mr. Bernhart was a member of the First Baptist Church of Waynesburg. He was a Veteran of W.W. II having served with the U. S. Airforce. He was a member of the American Legion Post in Washington , PA He was also a member of the Waynesburg Masonic Lodge #153 F.&AM and was also a member of the Syria Temple. Mr. Bernhart enjoyed golfing and attending functions that his Grandchildren were involved in. He worked for Michael Baker engineering for several years. Then for 38 years he owned and operated with his Wife the Eleanor Style Shop in Waynesburg and the Thom McCan Shoe Store in Waynesburg retiring in 1986. His Wife: Eleanor Wood Bernhart whom he married May 2, 1953 died Sept. 3, 1997. Surviving are 3 sons and Daughter In Laws: Dick and Cynthia Bernhart of Morgantown, W.V., Tim and Myra Bernhart of Washington , PA, and Nelson and Dona Phillips of Carlsbad, Calf. 8 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren He was the last of his immediate family. Deceased: 1 Brother: Tim Bernhart 2 sisters : Kate Weppler and Maggie Stearns Friends will be received from 2:00PM to 4:00Pm and 7:00PM to 9:00 PM on Wednesday, April 7, 2004 at the Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home, Inc. 197 N. Maiden St. Waynesburg, PA Where services will be conducted at 11:00AM Thursday, APril 8, 2004 with the Rev. Dr. Deil Hoppe officiating. Burial will be at the Rosemont Cemetery, Rogersville, PA Graveside military rites will be accorded by the V.F.W.Post #4792, James Farrell American Legion Post #330 and the D.A.V. #123 all of Waynesburg, PA
Paul L. Hetu, 88 of Waynesburg, PA died at 10:30AM Friday August 15, 2003 at home. He had been in his usual health and death was due to an apparent heart attack. He was born June 3, 1915 in Woonsocket, Rhode Island to the late Alfalfa and Kotingea Hetu. Mr. Hetu use to dig graves at various cemeteries in Greene Co. He also sold newspapers for many years. He enjoyed eating at various resturants in Waynesburg and talking to people. AT the request of the deceased there will be no public visitation or service. Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home, Inc. 197 N. Maiden St. are in charge of the arrangements
Paul F. Rhodes Sr., 88 of Ruff Creek, PA died at 10:30PM Tuesday Nov. 30, 2004 at the Rolling Meadows Nursing Home in Waynesburg He was born Feb. 25, 1916 in Greene Co., PA a Son of the late William Franklin Rhodes and Janie Mitchell Milliken.Mr. Rhodes was a member of the Bethlehem Baptist Church where he was a former Sunday School Teacher and a former Dartball and Softball player.He was a 1934 Graduate of Waynesburg HS. and was a member of the Senior Citizens Bowling Leaque.He was a Veteran of W.W.II having served with the U. S. Army and earned a Bronze Star for Bravery and 2 purple hearts.He worked for Central Greene School District as a Cust. and later drove the Bookmobile. He retired in 1978 as a cust. He also worked part time for several years at the Ruff Creek Store.Mr. Rhodes was also an Aux. Policeman and served as Washington Twp. Const. for 6 years.His Wife: Hazel Edna Teegarden Rhodes whom he married Feb 14, 1944diedOct.27, 1996.Surviving are 3 daughters : Marian Dick of Valparaiso, Indiana, Viola E. Hardy of Oak Harbor, Wash., and Barbara J. Hughes of Avella, PA 3 sons : Paul F. Rhodes Jr. of Ruff Creek, PA, Kenneth J. Rhodes of Wash., PA, and Charles E. Rhodes of Mather, PA 11 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren 1 Niece: Edna Henderson of Waynesburg, PA 1Nephew: Eugene Moore of CA.Deceased: 1 Sister: Helen MooreFriends will be received from 2:00PM to 4:00PM and 7:00PM to 9:00PM on Thurs. Dec. 2, 2004 at the Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home, Inc. 197 N. Maiden St.Waynesburg, PA And from Noon to 1:00PM the hour of services on Friday, Dec. 3, 2004 at the Funeral Home Pastor David Earnest and Rev. Paul Thomas officiating burial will be at the G.C.M.P. Morgan Twp.Greene Co. Graveside military rites will be accorded. Family suggest memo. to the family at 127 Dunn STation Rd. Prosperity, PA 15329
Pauline Roman, 80 of Mt. Morris, Pa died at 5:45AM Sunday, April 11, 2004 at home. She was born December 20, 1923 in Clintwood, Va.A Daughter of the late Butler and Lillie Branham Fleming. Mrs. Roman was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Mt. Morris. She was a graduate of Jenkins High School, in Jenkins, Kentucky. She was a Homemaker. Her Husband Nick Roman whom she has been married 58 years survivies. Also surviving are 2 sons and 1 Daughter In Law: John Roman of Oak Hill, WV., and Randy and Beverly Roman of Mt. Morris, PA 1 Daughter and Son In Law: Rita Roman and Donald Sailer of Hendersonville, Tenn. 2 Grandchildren: Stacy Roman of Sarasota, Fla and Christopher Sailer of Hendersonville, Tenn. 3 brothers : Oren Fleming of Pound, Va., Charles and Jack Fleming both of Kingsport, Tenn. Several Nieces and Nephews Deceased: 2 sisters : Faustina Gilliam and Helen Meade 2 brothers : Freddie Fleming and Hofland Fleming Friends will be received from 2:00PM to 4:00PM and 7:00PM to 9:00PM on Tuesday, April 13, 2004 at the Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home, Inc. Corner Ellsworth Ave. and Rt. 19 Mt. Morris, PA Where services will be conducted at 11:00AM on Wednesday, April 14, 2004 with the Rev. Fred Tomlinson officiating. Burial will be at the Cedar Grove Cemetery, Mt. Morris. Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society or the Morgantown Hospice P.O.Box 4222 Morgantown, WV. 26504
Pauline Rose Ruse, 74 of Waynesburg, PA died at 3:30 P.M. Thursday April 25, 2002 at the Greene Co. Memorial Hospital, Waynesburg, PA She was born Feb. 12, 1928 in Blacksville, W.Va. to the late Earl and Anna Cumberledge Rose. Mrs. Ruse was a Homemaker. Her Husband: Herman W. Ruse died April 26, 1992. Surviving are 5 daughters : Nancy Whetzel of Silver Springs, Maryland, Judy Landis of Waynesburg, PA, Deborah Fairall of Houston, Texas , Cathern Barnhart of Waynesburg, PA, and Pamela Cumberledge of Frederick, Maryland. 1 Son: Denzil Ruse of Waynesburg, PA 29 Grandchildren, 38 Great Grandchildren, 1 Great Great Granddaughter 3 sisters : Lanelle Potter of Salt Lake City, Utah, Peggy Zimmerman of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, and Joretta Balsinger of Youngstown, Ohio. 1 Brother: Furman Rose of Salat Lake City, Utah Several Nieces and Nephews Deceased: 3 sons : Richard Ruse, Ronald Ruse, and Kenneth Ruse Sr. 2 Grandchildren: Stephen Cumberledge, and Anthony Barnhart 2 sisters : Lucille Burris and Madge McGrady 4 brothers : Harold Rose, William Rose, Edward Rose, Donald Rose. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Sunday April 28, 2002 at the Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home Waynesburg, PA where services will be conducted at 11:00AM Monday Arpil 29, 2002. Rev.Dr. Richard Visser officiating. Burial will be at Phillips Cemetery, Wayne Twp. Greene Co.
Peggy Hoy
Date of death: September 10, 2004
She was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Ethelyn Blaker Carpenter. Mrs. Hoy died unexpectantly at home in her sleep. She lived her entire life in Greene County. She was a member of Washington St. United Methodist Church. She was a member of 20th Century Club, Washington Hospital Hospice, Eastern Star, Social Service League, and White Shrine. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She worked at Freda's Beauty Shop for several years and was a homemaker. Her husband, Robert E. Hoy, whom she married November 9, 1968 survives. Also surviving are: 1 Son and Daughter-in-law: Todd and Shirley Hoy of Mount Morris, PA 2 Granddaughters: Shelby Jo Hoy and Chelsey Leigh Hoy. Several Nieces and Nephews Deceased is 1 Brother: Fred Dale Blaker Donations may be made to Washington St. United Methodist Church 152 S. Washington St. Waynesburg, PA 15370 or Hospice Care of The Washington Hospital 343 E. Roy Furman Hwy Waynesburg, PA 15370
Rance L. Harris, 42 of Waynesburg, PA died at 11:15AM Wednesday May 7, 2003 at Greene Co. Memorial Hospital. He had been in his usual health and death was due to an apparent heart attack. He was born April 25, 1961 in Philippi, W.Va. He was the Son of the late Floyd Harris and Hilda Coger Harris Cameron of Waynesburg. Rance was affiliated with the Landmark Baptist Church in Waynesburg. He was a self employed junk dealer dealing mostly in scrap tires for recycling. In addition to his mother he is survived by his Step Father George Cameron of Waynesburg, PA 1 Son: Johnathan Patterson of Waynesburg, PA 3 sisters : Robin Titchnell and Eve Matusik both of Waynesburg, PA and Rhonda Thomas of New Martinsville, W.Va. 2 brothers : Russell Harris of Belington, W.Va. and Raymond harris of Freeport, Maine Several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews Friends will be received from 7 to 9 Friday May 9, 2003 at the Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home, Inc. 197 N. Maiden St. Waynesburg, PA Where services will be conducted at 1:00PM Saturday May 10, 2003 with Pastor Arnold Watts officiating. Burial will be at the Valley Bend Cemetery, Belington, W.Va.
Ranson Ray Watson, 103 of 825 South Main St. Washington , PA formerly of Greene Co. died at 5:50AM Sunday, Jan. 11, 2004 at the Prsbyterian Home in Washington . He was born August 28, 1900 in Castile Run, Greene Co. He was the Son of the late Frank J. and Margaret Addleman Watson. For 90 years he lived in Greene Co. and has lived in Washington the past years 13 years. During his life he was a farmer. His Wife: Ruth Bigler Watson whom he married June 16, 1923 died September 7, 1988. Surviving are 1 Son: Donald B. Watson of Washington , PA 1 Granddaughter: Cheryl Hart of Madison, Alabama 3 Great Grandchildren, and 4 Great Great Grandchildren 1 Brother: Franklin L. Watson of Columbus, Indiana Deceased: 1 Son: Harold L. Watson 1 Brother: Austin Watson Friends will be received from 2:00PM to 4:00PM on Tuesday January 13, 2004 at the Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home, Inc. 197 N. Maiden St. Waynesburg, PA Where services will be conducted at 4:00PM with Pastor John Dorean officiating. Burial will be at the Greene Co. Memorial Park Morgan Twp., Greene Co.
Ray Kiger
Date of death: September 06, 2004
Mr. Kiger was Methodist by Faith. He served in World War II in the U S Army where he was a Paratrooper receiving the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He was a member of Mt. Moriah Masonic Lodge of West Field, MA. He Worked for 40 years at Tennico Gas Inc. as a Distict Superintendant. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl Kiger and Bertha M. Patterson Haines His wife, Juanita H. Phillips Kiger, whom he married April 1, 1944 Died October 22, 2003. Also surviving are: Twin Sister: Faye Dimmick of Bellaire, OH 1 Brother: Kenneth Kiger of Youngstown, OH 5 Nieces and 6 Nephews Deceased are: 2 brothers : Fred and Donald Kiger 1 Nephew
