The Cameron County Food Pantry

The Cameron County Food Pantry will hold a distribution for people determined eligible on Wednesday, February 22, 2012, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the building located behind the Northern Tier Community Action offices at 135 West Fourth Street in Emporium. 

Call 486-1161, ext. 269, with any questions.

Sylvia V. Ives

Sylvia V. Ives, 87, of Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium died at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Friday (February 10, 2012) morning.

She was born January 30, 1925 in Emporium a daughter of the late Domenico and Rose Policastro Tartaglia.

On February 5, 1944 in St. James Catholic Church, Driftwood she married the late Donald D. Ives.

Mrs. Iives graduated from Emporium High School. She worked at Sylvania for many years and later at Motor Coil where she retired. Much of her life revolved around her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time with all of them.

Surviving
Son: Donald Ives and his wife Mary, Emporium
Son: Robert Ives and his wife Carol, Russell, PA
3 Grandsons Jeffery, Brian and Cameron
Ives Sister: Roseann, Mrs. Jack Taylor, Wilmington, NC
Sister: Grace Scott, Emporium
Sister: Helen, Mrs. Doug House, Butler
Brother: Edward "Junior" Tartaglia, Emporium
Brother: Robert Tartaglia and his wife Letty, West Fork, Arkansas
Preceded in Death By
Parents: Domenico and Rose Policastro Tartaglia
Husband: Donald D. Ives who died May 18, 2006
3 Ssters: Jane York, Caroline Tartaglia & Helen House
3 Brothers: Joseph, Daniel and Lawrence Tartaglia

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Sunday from 4-7 PM., where a Vigil Service will be held at 6:45 PM.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium on Monday (February 13, 2012) at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, as Celebrant.

Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Guy & Mary Felt Manor, 110 East 4th Street, Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Rev. Dwight F. Simpson, 73, of Hagerstown, MD., formerly of  Emporium, PA., went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 7,  2012.

 Born on February 19, 1938 in Cumberland, MD, he was the son of the late  Lewis F. and Anna Virginia Lee (Feaster) Simpson.  He was a graduate of  Bedford Area High School in Bedford, PA.   He served the people of  Cameron County and he was the Pastor of Faith Baptist Church in Emporium and  Down County Baptist Church in Driftwood for 25 years.  Previously  he pastored in Bedford, PA.  Along with his loving wife, Anna  Marie, they served Churches in Pennsylvania for over 35 years.

 Dwight was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Marie (Tipton) of 54  years.  He is survived by his daughter Donna Rose and husband  Steven of Hagerstown, MD.  Sons, D. Randall Simpson and wife, Sheri of  Hollidaysburg, PA., Brian Simpson of St. Marys, PA., and Brent Simpson and  wife Idalee of Hummelstown, PA.  His grand-children, Daniel and Nathan  Rose of Hagerstown, MD, Brandon and Zachary Simpson of Hollidaysburg, PA, and  Emma Grace, Grayson and Abram Simpson of Hummelstown, PA.  He is also  survived by a foster brother, Claude Darr and wife Leslie of Reisterstown,  MD.

 A Memorial Service will be held at The First Presbyterian  Church, 205 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Saturday, February 18, 2012  at 11:00 am.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the  service at Church.  The Rev. Steven Rose, son-in-law, will  officiate.

 Memorial donations may be made to either Faith Baptist Church, P.O. Box 128,  Emporium, PA 15834 or Down County Baptist Church, P.O. Box 81, Driftwood, PA  15832.

Light Snow Today

The Emporium area recieved a dusting of snow today.

Joyce C. Moore

Joyce C. Moore, 78, of Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys formerly of Emporium Arms, Emporium died at Pinecrest Manor on Tuesday (February 7, 2012) afternoon.

She was born October 10, 1933 in Emporium a daughter of the late Arthur and Helen Trump Harpster.

Mrs. Moore retired from Motor Coil in Emporium where she worked for many years. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren

Surviving
Daughter: Teri Harrier and her husband Dick, Emporium
Daughter: Marsha Barton and her husband Donald, Emporium
Son: Donald Osti and his wife Kathi, Emporium
Daughter: Judy Crosby and her husband Jerry, Emporium
Daughter: Toni Krieg and her husband Ben, Morrisville, NC
14 Grandchildren, 20 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Granddaughter
Sister: Rachel Halcomb, Canton, OH
Sister: Dorothy Stover, Emporium
Sister: Ina Wittman and her husband Jim, St. Marys
Sister: Kitty Hart and her husband Judd, Emporium
Sister: Judy Summerson, Emporium
Brother: Art Harpster and his wife JoAnn, Emporium
Preceded in Death By
Parents: Arthur and Helen Trump Harpster
One Granddaughter
2 Sisters: Helen Tilburg and Donna Mueller

Visitation with Video Tribute will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Thursday from 3-5 PM with the Funeral Service to follow at 5:00 PM with Decon Bill Gibson, officiating.

Burial will be in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Cameron County Ambulance Service, 299 E. Second St., Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Serious Blood Shortage Affecting Elk Regional

Right now, there is a MAJOR shortage of O Positive blood at the Community Blood Bank. This is affecting Elk Regional!

Did you know it takes 800 blood donors every week to maintain a safe supply of blood, plasma and platelets for Elk Regional Health Center and seven other local hospitals who rely upon the Community Blood Bank of Northwestern Pennsylvania for blood?

Please, if you can, consider donating blood:

Community Blood Drive
Tuesday, Feb. 7
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Education Center at Elk Regional Health Center, St. Marys campus

You can sign up for a drawing for a $20 Sheetz card!

The Community Blood Bank of Northwestern Pennsylvania is the exclusive provider of blood for ALL HOSPITALS in Elk, Erie, Warren, McKean and Tioga counties. It is also the preferred provider of blood products to hospitals in Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Potter and Allegany counties. It supplies about 40,000 units of blood to these hospitals each year, which helps save lives right here in our region. Those who donate ...

Must be in general good health
Must weigh at least 110 pounds
Must have no new tattoos or piercings within the last year
Must be at least 17 yrs of age
Have a photo I.D.
Please come and save a life!

Dale L. Wolfanger

Dale L. Wolfanger, 73, of 475 Hunts Run Rd., Emporium died  at DuBois Regional Medical Center in DuBois on Monday (February 6, 2012)  morning following a lengthy illness.

 He was born February 1, 1939 in Austin, Pennsylvania a son of the late  LaVerne and Elva Fowler Wolfanger. He married Carolyn Kamats Wolfanger,  who survives. They recently celebrated their fifty-first wedding  anniversary. Years ago Dale served with the US Army.

Surviving

  In addition to his wife Carolyn Kamats Wolfanger

  Son: Derek Wolfanger and his wife Anita, St. Marys

  Son: David Wolfanger and his wife Donna, Lakeland, TN

  Son: Douglas Wolfanger and his wife Stephanie, Jersey Shore

  7 Grandchildren: Anneliese, Alexandra & Andrew of St. Marys

  Meghan, Madison & Brooke of Lakeland, TN and Wyatt of Jersey  Shore

  Brother: LaVerne Wolfanger and his wife Cathy, Chatham, NJ

  Brother: James Wolfanger and his wife Pamela, Marion, NY

  Several nieces and nephews including: Paige Wolfanger, Palatine, IL &  Gretchen (Brian) Wise, Las Vegas, NV,

Preceded in Death By

  Parents: LaVerne and Elva Fowler Wolfanger

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on  Wednesday from 4-7 PM where a wake service will be held at 6:45 PM.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St.  Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium on Thursday  (February 9, 2012) at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as  Celebrant. A Military Service will be accorded by the Cameron County  Memorial Detail.

  Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium.

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Mark Catholic  Church, Building Fund, 235 E. 4th Street, Emporium, PA 15834 or to the Food  Pantry, PO Box 389, Emporium, PA (Attn: David Malizia) or to the charity of  donors choice

  

Carol J. Smith,

Carol J. Smith, 69, of 307 Carson St., Emporium died at Elk Regional Health Center, St. Marys on Sunday (February 5, 2012) morning.
She was born August 31, 1942 in St. Marys a daughter of the late Paul and Viola Bennett Lewis. On September 7, 1963 in First United Methodist Church in Emporium she married Frederick Smith, who survives.

Mrs. Smith graduated from Emporium High School. She and Fred were married over 48 years. Years ago she worked at Sylvania in Emporium and had been a member of the Guy and Mary Felt Manor Auxiliary.
Surviving
In addition to Frederick Smith
Daughter: Tammy Munson, Hughesville, PA
Daughter: Tracy, Mrs. Greg McLaughlin, Emporium
Daughter: Shelley, Mrs. Joe Resch, Kersey
8 Grandchildren: Bradlee, Brittnee, Joshua, Krystalynn, Karleena, Kassidy, Blake and Dominique
3 Great Grandchildren: Joshua Frederick, Jackson & Grayden
Brother: Russell "Rusty" Lewis and his wife Kathleen, Emporium
Preceded in Death By
Parents: Paul and Viola Bennett Lewis
4 Sisters: Betty Nadine Lewis, Rita Nebraska, Shirley Matty & Janet Tartaglia
1 Brother: Fredie Lewis
Funeral Service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Mark Conklin, Pastor, Christian Missionary & Alliance Church, officiating.

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Tuesday from 4-7 PM.
Burial will be in the Rich Valley Cemetery, Emporium.
Memorial Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, Cameron Unit, P.O. Box 62, 135 W. Fourth St., Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net
BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

The Country Home Gift Shoppe

The Country Home Gift Shoppe will open its doors on Feb 1st at 10 a.m.
It is located at 541 East Allegheny Avenue in Emporium

Emporium Moose Closes

Following an investigation, embezzlement charges have been filed at the Cameron County  district judges office and this past weekend, January the 29th, Moose Lodge # 368 closed its doors.  News reports state it was unable to recover from financial losses there were suffered.

Elizabeth C. Woomer

           Elizabeth C. Woomer, of Grove  Street, Sinnemahoning, died Sunday, January 29,2012, in Elk  Regional HealthCenter, St. Marys.

Born in Sinnemahoning, she was the daughter of Anthony and Anna PiperFulton.  On June 30, 1939 in Emporium she married Clark Emerson Woomer who died September 28, 1959.

A lifelong resident of Sinnemahoning, she was a graduate of Emporium High School.

She was employed for 5 years as a tube tester by Sylvania Electric in Emporium before she was married.  Later she served as Gibson Township TaxCollector for 50 years and was Secretary for both GroveTownship and Gibson Townshipfor many years.  She was also an Avonrepresentative for 10 years.  In 2007 she was the recipient of theNational Weather Service John Campanius Holm Award and was recognized by the agency for over 30 years of dedication and outstanding service in the Cooperative Weather Observers Program.

Mrs. Woomer was a Minister of Music and a member of the Sinnemahoning United MethodistChurch where she was thepianist for many years, a member of the Ladies Auxiliary, and served as Treasurer.  She was also active in local politics and was a DemocraticCommittee Person.

Survivors include: two sons, Emerson K. Woomer of Sinnemahoning and Allen A. Woomer of Tionesta; one daughter, Mrs. Reed (Lisa) Moritz of Pleasantville; seven grandchildren; and four great grandchildren.

She was predeceased by 2 sons, Neil Woomer in 1998 and Clark Woomer in2011 and two brothers, Keith Fulton in 1978 and Neil Fulton in 1984.

Friends will be received in the Sinnemahoning United Methodist Church,Friday, February 3, from 10 until 11 a.m. at which time Funeral & Committal Services will be held with the Rev. Timothy Rogers officiating.

Burial will be in Crum Cemetery, Sinnemahoning.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Sinnemahoning United Methodist Church
Arrangements are under the direction of the Coppersmith-Condon FuneralHome, Emporium.

Thefts In Cameron County

Three separate burglaries in Cameron County are under investigation by State Police at Emporium.
On January 18, 2012 at about 7:00 am, an unknown actor entered a known victim's residence on Four Mile Road in Shippen Township and removed prescription medications. Trooper Heim is the investigator.

Between November 22 and January 23, 2012, Unknown actor(s) damaged a screen window on the west side of camp owned by Richard D. Valasek of Cadogan, PA, that is located on East Hicks Run Road in Gibson Township. The actor(s) then used an unknown object to pry open a window located on the north side of the camp, entered through the window, rummaged through the camp and fled the scene. Damage was approximately $125.00. Trooper Barnes is the investigator.

Between December 22 and December 27, 2011, Unknown actor gained entry into a cabin at 96 Eva's Way in Grove Township owned by Thomas McBeth of Ruff's Dale, PA. Once inside, the actor made numerous phone calls utilizing the victim's phone. Loss was estimated at $8.26.
Trooper Heim is the investigator.

Emporium Area Accidents

An Emporium woman and her passenger sustained  minor injuries in a crash on January 20, 2012 at 1:46 a.m. on Route 120 in Shippen Township.
Jody L. Wiltrout, 27, and her passenger, Dennis M. Cressley, 52, both of Emporium, PA, were assisted at the scene by Emporium Ambulance but were not transported for their injuries.
Wiltrout was arrested for DUI and Driving Vehicle At Safe Speed.
Trooper Craig D. Heim, who investigated, said the crash occurred as Wiltrout was driving a 2006 Ford Ranger west on snow covered SR 120. She lost control of the pickup and it traveled off the south side of the roadway and struck a utility pole before going over an embankment.

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An Emporium man and his passenger were not injured when their 2001 Ford Escape crashed into a mailbox post on icy Gardeau Road, 2.2 miles west of Rt. 155 on Saturday at 10:10 pm. Both driver and passenger were wearing seat belts.
Paul T. Griffith, 19, of Emporium, PA was traveling west on Gardeau Road lost control of the vehicle on the slippery roadway, traveled across the opposite side of the roadway and struck a mailbox post on the opposite side of the road.
Neither Griffith or his passenger Robert Banks, 19, of Emporium was injured.
Trooper Michael W. Smith stated that no charges were placed.

William Anthony Villella,

William Anthony Villella, 63 of West Andover, Ohio passed into the arms of his Savior, surrounded by his family and friends after a long, hard battle with metastatic prostate cancer on Friday January 27, 2012.

Born October 1, 1948 in St. Mary's, Pa., Bill grew up in nearby Emporium. He was the son of the late James Villella (died 1976) and Genevieve Villella. He is survived by his wife Nora Ames Villella, his children - Rachel Villella of Evans City, Pa. and Douglas (Amber) Villella and granddaughter Natalia of Aliquippa, Pa. Also survived by his mother Genevieve of Emporium, Pa. - sisters Patricia Villella, Virginia (Karl) Kelm - and his nephew Brian - all of Erie, Pa., half-brother James (Monica) Ludwig of Keating Summit, Pa., and half sister Marian (Jack) Barrett of Augusta, Ga. - plus numerous nieces and nephews.

Bill's dream of becoming a pharmacist was realized when he obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in the School of Pharmacy at the University of Pittsburgh in 1971. In 1989, he completed courses at Rorer Managed Care Institute at Kellogg Business School of Northwestern University. He was a licensed, registered pharmacist in New York State as well as in Pennsylvania.

Bill was published for the Evaluation of Warfarin Therapy in a Managed Care Setting in 1996 and for the Pharmacoeconomics of Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring in a Managed Care Organization along with several of his colleagues. He was employed by Strong Memorial Hospital at the University of Rochester, N.Y. from 1971-1973. While at Hamot Medical Center in Erie, PA 1973 -1975 Bill worked in the capacity of Supervisor of Pharmacy Technicians and IV Additives.

In 1975 Bill met and married Nora Ames of Andover, Ohio. She was one of the IV therapy nurses employed by the hospital and on January 31, 2012 they would have celebrated their 37th wedding anniversary.

From 1975-1992 he was the Associate Director of Pharmacy at Rochester Medical Group Association. In 1992 he accepted and became the Director of Pharmaceutical Services for Health America in Pittsburgh, PA until 1996. From 1996-1998, Bill was employed by Parke-Davis/Warner Lambert as Healthcare Management Senior Medical Liaison. From 1998-2002, Immunex/Amgen hired him as a Senior Manager Medical Liaison where he won several awards including a trip to Rome. Most recently Bill worked for Novartis Pharmaceuticals as Director Managed Market East/South and Therapeutic Team Director Bone/HRT/URO from 2002 until 2011.

His proudest accomplishment was raising two children, his son Douglas A. Villella and Rachel L. Villella and joyfully watching them become responsible adults. Also his granddaughter Natalia born in 2008 was the pride of his golden age and she brought him three years of love and enjoyment. Bill loved kidding and tormenting family, friends and total strangers. His favorite joke to cajole waitresses was to order "a bowl of chicken, easy on the bananas" or tell them their earrings didn't match. He enjoyed winter's arrival to feed the many birds that would frequent his feeders.

Driving his Rhino ATV across the empty fields and railroad tracks was exceptionally fun for him. He especially enjoyed it when accompanied by his cousins, nephews and neighbors. He was an avid weather watcher and was teased constantly by those who knew him that he was a frustrated weatherman and had 'missed his calling'. Semi-annually he would fish with his buddies after driving deep into Canada's interior, and return home with his quota of walleye to prepare a shore dinner for his family. He enjoyed camping in the 5th wheeler he purchased in 1992. He loved target shooting, driving his sport cars, and appreciating the outdoors. But most of all, he loved spending time with his children, grand-child, nieces, nephews, neighbors and church family.

Bill treasured traveling with Nora to Europe, the Caribbean, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and most of the United States. They toured Alaska in June and July of 2011 on a land-cruise. He was an avid cook, and attempted to duplicate the many delicious dishes consumed on those trips. Since his illness began, he could be found restoring his 1972 Corvette as well as tidying up and mowing the five acres of the 50 he lived on in Andover, Ohio. He worshipped at Bethel Bible Church in Jefferson, Ohio. for the last 3½ years. He was an extremely generous person, and had many opportunities to help people over the years. He was loved and will be deeply missed.

A funeral service celebrating Bill's life will be held on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 12:00 Noon at Baumgardner Funeral & Cremation Service, 134 Prospect St., Andover, Ohio, with Pastor Joseph Laing of Bethel Bible Church, officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Andover, Ohio. Calling hours will be on Monday, January 30th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home and also on Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.

The family suggests memorial contributions to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 1166 Lake Ave., Ashtabula, OH 44004. A guestbook with online condolences is available at www.baumgardnerfuneralhome.com

Margaret L. Hornung, 95

Margaret L. Hornung, 95, of Emeritus, 2009 Rosebank Way, Hagerstown, Maryland formerly of 413 Vine, Emporium, died at Emeritus Medical Center, Hagerstown, Maryland on Sunday evening.

She was born October 13, 1916 in DuBois a daughter of the late William E. and Dorothy Brissee Droney.

She was married to the late George F. Hornung. Her first husband was William Caseino who died in 1948. Mrs. Hornung graduated from SS. Cosmas and Damian Catholic Church, Punxsutawney. She retired from Sylvania in 1979 where she had worked for many years. She was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church.

Surviving

Daughter: Paula, Mrs. Ernesto Rodis, MD, Phoenix, AZ and her children: Stephanie, Angel, Melissa, Jonathan & Elizabeth

Daughter: Dorothy Caseino, Clearfield and her daughters: Kimberly & Joey Lynn

Daughter: Ruth, Mrs. Hugh Lauer, Concord, MA her children: Will, Jennifer & Allison

Daughter: Frances Mehalek, Boalsburg

Daughter: Letitia "Tish", Mrs. William Mehalow, Smithsburg, MD and her daughter: Adrienne

Son: Stephen Hornung and his wife Roxanne and his sons: Casey & Christopher

Brother: Paul Droney, Florida Sister: Jean Tangren, Punxsutawney

Preceded in Death By

Parents: William E. and Dorothy Brissee Droney

First husband: William Caseino who died in 1948

Second Husband: George F. Hornung who died in 1992

Grandson: Arthur Lauer

and four Sisters

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4-7 PM.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium onThursday, February 2, 2012 at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant.

Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium.

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Mark Catholic Church, Care & Concern Committee, 235 E. 4th Street, Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

St Marks Church Religious Education Classes

PLEASE NOTE HIGH SCHOOL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION TIME CHANGE –

 Beginning toda, 1/29/2012,  Religious Ed. for grades 6 thru 10 will be held from 11:45 AM to 1:15 PM. All students should be attending mass on the weekend.

This may make it more convenient for those who wish to go at 10:30.

http://stmarkemporium.org

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                                             RCIA INQUIRY SESSIONS 

Do you know someone who has expressed an interest in the Catholic faith? Why not invite and bring them to our Inquiry Session that begins on Monday evening, January 30 at 6:30 pm in O’Connell Hall.

Fr. Paul and the RCIA Team will provide an introduction to the process of becoming Catholic. This session will be for adults and also for parents of children, age 7 and older, who need Baptism or seek conversion to the Catholic faith. When you extend this invitation, please tell them there is no commitment required and we welcome anyone who is interested.

Susan V. Zito

Susan V. Zito, 87, of 501 E. Second St., Emporium, died at her residence on Saturday morning.

She was born January 29, 1924 in Emporium a daughter of the late Anthony and Amelia Nicolo Zito.

Susan graduated from Emporium High School. She retired from GTE where she worked for many years. When she retired she was the only women to hold a patent at GTE Sylvania. Susan was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church.

Surviving
 Sister: Theresa Dixon, DuBois
 Sister: Jean Zito, Emporium
 Brother: Gus Zito, Emporium
 Niece: Mary Jo, Mrs. Erik van der Kaay, Kennebunk, Maine
 Numerous Nieces and nephews and Numerous Great nieces and nephews
 Preceded in Death By
 Parents: Anthony and Amelia Nicolo Zito
 3 Sisters: Nancy Connors, Stella Zito and Margaret Anderson
 5 Brothers: Frank, Dominick, Joe & Tony Zito and Joe in infancy

 Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2-5 PM.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium on Wednesday at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant.

Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the charity of the donors choice.

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements

Clearfield YMCA Winter Festival This Weekend

 Clearfield YMCA Winter Festival
1/28/2012 - 1/29/2012
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST 
Will be held at the Parker Dam State Park in Penfield

For questions regarding the below events, please phone 814-765-5521 

Events and Times are subject to change until closer to the event.

Sponsored by the Clearfield YMCA, the Winter Festival features fun outdoor activities for the entire family to enjoy and participate in.

The two-day festival begins on Saturday, January 28 at 10:00 a.m. with the Snow Bowl Flag Football Tournament. Interested teams must be pre-registered, and can do so by contacting the YMCA. Other scheduled activities on Saturday include programs on Ice Fishing Basics at 11:00 a.m., Winter Bird Feeding at 1:00 p.m., Owls at 2:00 p.m., and Snowshoeing Basics at 3:00 p.m.

 Then, on Sunday, January 29 the festival will gear up again at 9:00 a.m. with the Hilltop Howlers organizing a Snowmobile Fun Run at Pavilion 7, and an Ice Harvesting demonstration on the lake at 11:00 a.m. Between noon and 2:00 p.m., there will be many other activities for the whole family such as, Snowshoeing, Snow Box Derby, Frozen Salami Sling, a Learn to Cross-country Ski program, and a Snowman Contest.
 Other events on Sunday afternoon include the Almost Naked Mile Run at 3:00 p.m., where participants will run a mile in their bathing suits.
 The Winter Festival’s grand finale will again be the Polar Bear Swim scheduled at 4:00 p.m.

 The YMCA will also run a concession stand out of the Beach House throughout Winter Festival. Several events, including the Polar Bear Swim, require pre-registration with the YMCA. To check on an event or to pre-register, contact the YMCA at (814) 765-5521.

 Some events will be dependent on snow or ice conditions; however, most will take place in any weather conditions. Visitors can also enjoy the outdoors all Winter Festival weekend (and all winter) with many traditional winter activities.

 When conditions permit, Parker Dam State Park maintains 2 cross-country ski loops, totaling about 5.5-miles, a maintained ice skating rink, and a sledding hill. Snowshoeing the many miles of trails is also a popular activity at the park, as well as ice fishing the 20-acre lake.

 So bundle up and come on out to Parker Dam with the entire family to enjoy a weekend of great fun and activities!

Cameron Counties Bloodmobile Schedule

Cameron Counties Bloodmobile Schedule

2/9/2012 at the Emporium VFW  11:30 am – 5:30 pm

Call 1-800-733-2767 to schedule appointments or visit the E-donor site at www.redcrossblood.org.
Call 1-866-236-3276 to ask questions about donating blood.

Ann Z. Malizia, 91

Ann Z. Malizia, 91, of 405 N. Pine St, Emporium, died  at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys on Monday, January 23, 2012 morning.

 She was born August 19, 1920 in Sykesville, a daughter of the late  John and Theresa Martinek Zbailey. She married the late John M.  Malizia

 Mrs. Malizia retired from Sylvania were she worked for over 18 years. She  later worked at the Market Basket for several years. She was a member of  St. Mark Catholic Church and had been a member of the C. D. of A. Years  ago she was active with the Emporium Little League Auxiliary.

Surviving

 Son: John Malizia and his wife Ellen, Emporium

 Daughter: Judi Sherman, Emporium

 Daughter: Debra Kovach and her husband Gregory, Mercer, PA

 9 Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren

 Sister: Madeline, Mrs. Lamar Puyda, DuBois

Preceded in Death By

 Parents: John and Theresa Martinek Zbailey

 Husband: John M. Malizia who died Oct. 5, 1989

 Son: Richard Malizia

 3 Brothers: John, Steve and Joe Zbailey

 3 Sisters: Julia Brown, Marge Jacob & Mary Fedeli

 

Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Thursday  from 4-8 PM.

 A Christian Wake Service will be held starting at 3:45  PM.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark  Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, on Friday,  January 27, 2012 at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as  Celebrant.

 Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium.

 Memorial Contributions may be made to the Guy & Mary Felt Manor,  Activity Fund, 110 East 4th Street, Emporium, PA 15834

 BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements

This is my dear Aunt and she will be missed so much.