Westmoreland Obits

Philip MOWRY died in 1934. Her obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹⁰⁾
MOWRY, Philip
Died Dec. 13, 1934
Philip Mowry
At his home at 410 Chestnut street at 4:15 yesterday afternoon, occurred the death of Philip Mowry, one of Derry’s well known business men, and a pioneer resident.
He suffered a stroke in April, 1933, and had been in poor health since. A few days ago another stroke befell him and death ensued from a cerebral hemorrhage.
Born in Fayette county on April 20, 1859, he was a son of Silas and Margaret Gallagher Mowry. The family moved to Hillside when he was a young man and on December 1, 1883, was united in marriage to Miss Mary Evelyn Buell, of Ligonier Valley.
Coming to Derry about 1882, he entered the service of the P. R. R., and later went with his brother, the late George Mowry, who ran a lumber yard and planing mill. The brothers became partners in 1920, doing business as George Mowry & Bro.
In 1922, Mr. Mowry left the partnership, and the following year embarked in the retail hardware business on South Chestnut street, later moving to the Piper building. He retired from active business in 1931.
In church work Mr. Mowry was particularly active. He joined St. Paul’s Reformed Church in 1897. He was elder for 21 years and was elder emeritus at the time of his death. He served as treasurer of the church for 19 years, and was superintendent of its Sunday School at different periods, and a teacher until recently.
Surviving are his widow and the following children: Mrs. Settie M. Ewing, Mrs. Arthur Berry, of Derry; Mrs. Graham R. Myton, of Washington, D. C.; Mrs. W. Kirk Highberger, of Greensburg, and William C., of Derry. Seven grandchildren also survive.
Friends and acquaintances are welcome to the home until noon next Monday. Funeral services will be private, Monday afternoon, with his pastor, the Rev. W. H. Landis, in charge. Interment will be in Derry cemetery.
Latrobe Bulletin, Dec. 14, 1934, Page 9

Victor R. MOWRY died in 1949. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹⁰⁾
MOWRY, VICTOR R.
BUSINESS LEADER,
CALLED BY DEATH
- - -
Prominent Derry Man
Had Been Ill For
Over Six Weeks
One of Derry’s most prominent businessmen, Victor R. Mowry, 54, died at the Latrobe Hospital at 4:50 p. m. yesterday after an illness of more than six weeks as the result of a coronary occlusion.
Widely known throughout the Pittsburgh district as a lumberman, Mr. Mowry was vice president, secretary and general manager of George Mowry and Co., Inc., successors to George Mowry and brother Lumber Company. He was one of the incorporators of the firm in March, 1922.
Mr. Mowry was also a director of the fidelity Deposit Bank of Derry and the Derry Building and loan Association and was active in the affairs of the Derry Business men’s Association.
He was a member of the Derry Presbyterian Church; LaMonte Lodge No. 568 F. and A. M. , having received the 32nd degree; Latrobe B. P. O. Elks No. 907; the Derry Volunteer Fire Company; the Roger Nolft Post 324, American Legion; and the Chestnut Ridge Post 444, Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Born Dec. 21, 1894, Mr. Mowry was the son of the late George Mowry and Mary Wininger [sic] Mowry, was a graduate of Washington and Jefferson College.
He was wounded in action while serving with Company I, 320th regiment, of the famous 80th Division, during World War I. He accompanied the “Original Thirteen” - the first group to depart from the Latrobe-Derry district, at the outbreak of the war.
He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Nellie Hogg Mowry, and the following children: George Edward Mowry, a student at temple University medical School; Paul Frederick Mowry, of Derry, affiliated with the lumber company; and Nancy E. Mowry, a student of fine arts at the Richmond Professional Institute, Richmond, Va.
The following brothers and sisters also survive: Mrs. Lillie Bentley, of Swissvale; Lloyd W. Mowry, of Washington; Thomas G. Mowry, of St. Louis, Mo.; Mrs Mary Olive Yealy, of Derry; George Ralph Mowry, of Latrobe; Mrs. Virginia Frisk, of Latrobe; Dr. R. M. Mowry, of Latrobe; and Mrs. Eleanor McKelvie [sic], of Derry.
Friends will be received at the Hughes Funeral Home, West Third Ave., Derry, until noon Monday when the body will be taken to the Derry Presbyterian Church. Services will be held there at 2:30 p. m. in charge of the Rev. Harvey W. Black, pastor of the Latrobe Christ Evangelical and reformed Church. Interment will be in Coles cemetery.
Latrobe Bulletin, Apr. 30, 1949, Pages 1& 9

Mrs. Elizabeth NESSLER died in 1935. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Saturday, April 27, 1935, Latrobe Bulletin, page 5, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
Mrs. Elizabeth Nessler
Mrs. Elizabeth Nessler, widow of Joseph, whose death occurred 13 years ago, died at her home on Huckleberry Hill, this morning, at 11:50 o’clock, at the home of 83 years. Ahe is survived by the following sons and daughters: Joseph Jr., and Mary, at home; Mrs. Anna Stouffer, of Greensburg, John and Norbert, of Pittsburgh; Charles, of Monongahela; Mrs. Charles Henry, of Latrobe; Mrs. John Burlas, of Jamison No. 20, and Mrs. Frank Schmucker, of Derry. The following sisters and brothers also survive: Mrs. Will Sheehan, of Latrobe; Mrs. Amanda McGuire, of Crabtree; Sister Evangelus, of North Dakota, and John Ruffner, of Latrobe. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Mrs. Emma NESSLER died in 1915. Her obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Saturday, April 17, 1915, Latrobe Bulletin, page 1, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
MRS. J. S. NESSLER [Emma Pierce] DEAD
Mrs. Joseph Nessler, wife of the shipping clerk at the Greenwald plant of the Donohoe Coal and Coke Company, died at her home, in Greenwald, Thursday evening, following an illness which had lasted about six weeks. She is survived by her husband and four little sons. She was a sister of Mrs. Ray King, whose husband is superintendent of the Greenwald plant. The funeral services will be held in St. Bartholomew’s Church at Crabtree, tomorrow afternoon at 1:30 o’clock, and the internment will follow in St. Vincent’s cemetery.

Joseph NESSLER died in 1921. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Thursday, July 28, 1921, Latrobe Bulletin, page 1, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
AGED MAN’S INJURIES FATAL
Joseph Nessler who was struck by an automobile eleven days ago in front of his home on Huckleberry hill, died at 1:10 this morning, as a result of his injuries. The car which struck him was driven by Joseph Bennett, of Greensburg.
A merchant in Unity township for fifty years, Mr. Nessler was 74 years old today. He was a member of one of the oldest and best known families in the county. He was a son of Michael and Margaret Nessler, nee McGinnis.
Surviving are the widow, who was Miss Elizabeth Ruffner, a daughter of the late Isaac Ruffner, of near New Alexandria; and twelve children as follows: John R. and Norbert, of Pittsburgh; Charles, of Monongahela City; James, of near Greensburg; Joseph, superintendent at the Greenwald works, Leo, of Pitcairn; Mrs. Charles Henry, of Unity township; Mrs. Bert Stauffer, of Donohue; Mrs. John Burlas, of Marguerite; Rose, Lawrence, and Mrs. Mary Pry, at home.
The following brothers and sisters survive” Mrs. Mary Stadler, wife of George Stadler; George Nessler and M. G. Nessler, all of Lloyd avenue; Henry Nessler, of Wilkinsburg; Andrew Nessler, of Homewood, Pittsburgh, and Anne, wife of James Moenrue, of Waco, Texas. Mr. Nessler was a lifelong member of St. Vincent’s church. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

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Friday, July 29, 1921, Latrobe Bulletin, page 1, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
Funeral Services for Mr. Nessler
Funeral services for the late Joseph Nessler will be held tomorrow morning. The cortege will leave the Nessler home at Huckleberry Hill at 8:30, and at nine o’clock, at St. Vincent’s church, a requiem high mass will be said. Internment will be at St. Vincent’s cemetery. Mr. Nessler, whose death was noted yesterday, died in the Greenburg hospital.

Joseph NESSLER died in 1956. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Wednesday, October 17, 1956, Latrobe Bulletin, page 19, Latrobe, Westmoreland , PA
Joseph Nessler
Joseph Nessler, 83, formerly of near Mountain View, died Sunday morning in Buenia Vista, Calif. He is survived by these sons, Donald and Cecil, Buffalo N.Y., and Clifton, Buena Vista, Calif., and six grandchildren. These brothers and sisters also survive: Mrs. Mary Pry, Greensburg; brother Jerome, O.S.B., St. Vincent; Mrs. Bertha Burias, Greensburg; Mrs. Frank (Rose) Shmucker, Somerset.
Friends will be received at the Stader Funeral Home from 10 am. to 10 p.m. Thursday. A funeral mass will be held Friday at 9 a.m. in St. Vincent Basilica. Interment will be in St Vincent Cemetery.

Joseph NEWCOMER died in 1938. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹⁰⁾
Word was received here last evening, of the death of Joseph Newcomer at 5:15 p.m., Monday, May 2, 1938, in his home, Jacob's Creek, Westmoreland county, following an illness of complications.
Mr. Newcomer would have observed his 87th birthday anniversary, had he lived until June 25. He was preceded in death by his wife, Annette Mherling Newcomer, May 11, 1929.
The following sons and daughters survive: Jacob R. Newcomer, of Elrama; John W. Newcomer, Greensburg; Mrs. C. D. Hough, New Salem; Mrs. M. F. Leighty, of Eugene, Oregon; Miss Flora E. Newcomer, at home; Mrs. C. H. King, Wilson, Pa.; Mrs. E. P. Luce, Perryopolis; Mrs. S. S. Bates, Jacob's Creek. A daughter, Mrs. D. C. Sheets, died April 26, 1934.
Also surviving are 24 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Funeral arrangements have not yet been completed.

John OSBORNE died in 1888. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹¹⁾

John Obsorn, one of the numerous oldest inhabitants of Westmoreland county, died at Irwin on Monday.
The Keystone Courier, Connellsville, Pennsylvania
Friday, January 6, 1888, page 1

John OVERHOLT died in 1904. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽³⁾
The Courier, Tuesday, December 6, 1904
DROPPED DEAD
JOHN OVERHOLT expires while butchering a hog.
John Overholt, a well known farmer of West Overton, dropped dead this morning at his home about 9 o'clock. He was apparantly in the best of health when he arose this morning. He had made preparations to butcher today. He had just shot a hog and then stuck it with a butcher knife. As he withdrew the knife Mr Overholt toppled over and died. Deceased was about 50 years old. He lived on the old Overholt Homestead with his sister, Miss Anna, and an uncle, Martin Overholt. They owned the farm jointly.

Adam PORE died in 1861. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁵⁾
Oct. 14th (?), Adam Pore, husband of the above * died of consumption, in Mt. Pleasant tp., Westmoreland county, Pa., aged about 80 years.
*Elizabeth
The Genius of Liberty. Uniontown, Pa., November 7, 1861.
Vol. 1. No. 40, pg 5, col. 3.

Braden PORE died in 1906. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁵⁾
WOUND PROVED FATAL.
Chief Braden Pore Died at Mt. Pleasant Saturday Morning.
Mt. Pleasant, April 7. —Chief of Police Braden Pore who was shot and fatally wounded by Andrew Lindsay at 10:45 o'clock Thursday night, died this morning at 8 in the Memorial hospital. No trace has been found of Lindsay, for whom a warrant has been issued charging murder. His companion Thomas Wilson also escaped.
The Morning News. Uniontown, Pa.
Monday, April 9, 1906.
vol. 1. No. 4.
Pg2, Col. 2.

David PULLIN died in 1888. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹¹⁾

David Pullin, one of the wealthiest farmers in Westmoreland county, died at Unity last week from the effects of a fall. He is 71 years old and is estimated to have been worth $300,000.
The Keystone Courier, Connellsville, Pennsylvania
Friday, January 6, 1888, page 1

Isaac RUFFNER died in 1913. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Thursday, May 22, 1913, Latrobe Bulletin, page 1, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
Isaac Ruffner, Who died Last Evening, Lived On Same Farm For 92 Years
Isaac Ruffner, one of the county’s oldest residents, succumbed to the ravages of age, at six o’clock, last evening.
His death occurred on his farm, located near New Alexandria.
He died where he had been born, and where his entire life of nearly ninety-three years had been spent.
His aged totaled ninety-two tears and ten months. Despite the number of years he had enjoyed good health, until the present Spring, when he began to fail, rapidly.
He was probably the oldest member of St. Vincent’s church. He had been a faithful attendant at the church practically ever since its organization.
He is survived by a son, John Ruffner, of Walnut street, Latrobe; and by five daughters, Mrs. Thomas Kintz, of Latrobe; Mrs. Joseph Nessler, of Dennison; Sister Evangelist, O. S. B., of North Dakota; Mrs. John McGuire, at home; and Mrs. William Sheehan, of Lloyd Avenue, Latrobe.
The funeral services will be held Saturday morning, the funeral cortege leaving the house at 8:30, and solemn high mass of requiem being said in St. Vincent’s church, at 10:00 o’clock. The interment will follow in St. Vincent’s cemetery.

Friday, May 23, 1913, Latrobe Bulletin, page 1, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
WAS SECOND OLDEST MEMBER OF ST. VINCENT'S
Isaac Ruffner, notice of whose death was given in yesterday's Bulletin, was the second oldest member of St. Vincent's congregation.
His father, George Ruffner, who in 1787 emigrated from Goshenhoppen, near Philadelphia, to the wilderness of Westmoreland county, and he later took a prominent part in establishing the first Catholic church in this vicinity. He located on a farm near New Alexandria, and it was there, on the 21st of July, 1821, that Isaac Ruffner was born.
It was there, also, that Isaac Ruffner died, Wednesday night, his entire life of nearly 93 years having been spent upon the ancestral farm. His mother's maiden name was Susan Sindorf.
In 1849 a romance sprang up, between Mr. Isaac Ruffner and Miss Mary Anna O'Connor, daughter of Mr. Francis O'Connor, who with six brothers had given once happy homes in Sunny Ireland, then undergoing oppression, and had come to America to find happiness in a strange and foreign land.
The romance ended happily, and from their marriage nine children were born. Three of the nine preceded their father to the grave. They were James Francis, Sister Joseph Anna Ruffner and Josephine.
On Wednesday evening, the patriarch passed peacefully away without any pain or struggle but with a happy smile on his face, the reflection of his good and noble life; at the ripe old age of 92 years and ten months. During the last few years of his life he was tenderly and affectionately taken care of by the loving hands of his daughter, Amanda McGuire, who sacrificed much to make his last days happy and peaceful. He is survived by six children: Mrs. Margaret E. Kent [Kintz], Lloyd Ave., Latrobe; Mrs. Elizabeth Nessler, of Dennison; Sister Evangelist Rose Ruffner, O. S. B., of North Dakota; John W. Ruffner, of Walnut street, Latrobe; Mrs. Amanda McGuire, at the family homestead; Mrs. Amelia Sheehan, of Lloyd Avenue, Latrobe; 35 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren.
The last respects of his children and grandchildren and a host of friends will be paid to him Saturday morning, when the funeral cortege will leave his homestead at 8:30 a. m. and repair to St. Vincent's church, where Solemn High Mass of Requiem will be sung by Father Sigemond O. S. B., followed by sermon. The interment will follow in St. Vincent's cemetery.

Mrs. John E. RUFFNER died in 1944. Her obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Tuesday, June 13, 1944, Latrobe Bulletin, page 7, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
Mrs. John E. Ruffner
Word was received yesterday by local relatives of the death of Mrs. John E. Ruffner, of Los Angeles, California, formerly of Walnut Street, Latrobe.
She died at her home on Sunday evening, June 11, of a lingering illness.
The late Mrs. Ruffner is survived by her husband, five daughters and three grandchildren. Nieces and nephews in Latrobe are Mrs. Leroy Campbell, Mrs. Joseph Hines, Victor Stader, and Dr. Donald Stader, now of Toronto, Canada.
The late Mrs. Ruffner was the former Lanetta Cole, of Derry, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Cole

Mrs. Mary A. RUFFNER died in 1906. Her obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Wednesday, May 16, 1906, Latrobe Bulletin, page 1, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
MRS. MARY A. RUFFNER
Aged Resident of Unity Township Passes to Final Reward
Mrs. Mary A. Ruffner, the esteemed wife of Isaac Ruffner, of near Crabtree, died at 4:20 o’clock, yesterday afternoon, her death having been due to the ravages of old age. She was 83 years, having been one of the oldest resident if [of] the community. Last fall the sixtieth anniversary of her marriage to Mr. Isaac Ruffner was celebrated.
Six children are left to mourn her loss, viz: John W. Ruffner, of Latrobe; Mrs. John McGuire, at home; Mrs. Jos. Nessler, of Dennison; Mrs. Thos. C. Kintz, of West Latrobe; Mrs. William Sheehan, of West Latrobe, and Sister M. Rose, of St. Mary’s Convent, Elk county. Three children, Andrew, Josephine and Joseph preceeded the mother to the other world.
The funeral services will be held on Friday morning, the cortege leaving the house at 8:30 o’clock. High Mass will be held at St. Vincent’s church at 10:30 o’clock, followed by internment in St. Vincent’s cemetery.

Mrs Rose RUFFNER died in 1933. Her obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Tuesday, July 11, 1933, Latrobe Bulletin, page 5, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
Mrs. John W. Ruffner
Mrs. Rose Ruffner, wife of John W. Ruffner, died at her late home, 212 Walnut street, at 8 o’clock, last evening, of a lingering illness. Had she lived until the 25th of next month she would have been 72 years of age. She was a devout member of Holy Family church. Mrs. Ruffner was a well known resident of Latrobe and had lived in the same house for almost 50 years. She is survived by her husband; one son, John E. Ruffner, of Latrobe; and three daughters, Mrs. Victor B. Stader, of Jefferson street; Mrs. Harry Folk, of Greensburg; and Mrs. Marie Dunn, at home. Twelve grandchildren and one great-grandchild also survive together with the following brothers and sisters, E. J. Mack and Thomas Mack, of Johnstown; Mrs. Agnes Smith, of Philadelphia; Mrs. Mary Weidner, of Altoona; and Mrs. Jerome Kent, of Latrobe. Solemn high mass of requiem will be read on Thursday morning at 9 o’clock in the Holy Family church. Internment will follow in St. Vincent’s cemetery.

Wednesday, July 12, 1933, Daily Tribune, Johnstown, Cambria, PA
MRS. JOHN W. RUFFNER EXPIRES AT LATROBE
Septuagenarian Was Born in Cambria County; Daughter of Joseph Mack
Mrs. John W. Ruffner, aged 72 years, whose health had been impaired for a long time, died at her home in Latrobe on Monday night. The deceased, whose maiden name was Rose Mack, was born near Revloc, this county, and was a daughter of Joseph and Nancy (Clement) Mack. Her father was a soldier in the Civil War, having served in the 133rd Regiment, P. V. I. He enlisted in this county. Mr. and Mrs. Ruffner were married in Latrobe over 50 years ago and resided in the same house there for a period of 30 years. Mrs. Ruffner was a member of Holy Family Church, Latrobe, where solemn high mass of requiem will be said for the repose of the soul of the deceased at 9 o’clock tomorrow morning. Internment will be in St. Vincent’s cemetery. A number of relatives from Johnstown and other parts of Cambria County will attend the services.
The deceased is survived by her husband; a son, John E. Ruffner, of Latrobe; and three daughters, Mrs. Victor B. Stader, of Latrobe; Mrs. Harry Folk, of Greensburg, and Mrs. Marie Dunn, at home. Twelve grandchildren and one great-grandchild also survive, together with the following brothers and sisters: Edward J. Mack, of the Nineteenth Ward; Thomas Mack, of the Second Ward, this city; Mrs. Agnes Smith, of Philadelphia; Mrs. Mary Weidner, of Altoona, and Mrs. Jerome Kent, of Latrobe.

George SCHRACK died in 1930. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Tuesday, November 18, 1930, Latrobe Bulletin, page 5, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
George Schrack
George Schrack, formerly of Latrobe, died this morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Earl Makin, of Shafton. Mr. Schrack was 73 years of age on the 9th of November. He is survived by the following children, Mrs. William Dempsey, of Latrobe; Mrs. Earl Makin, of Shafton; Mrs. Clarence Hartman and Mrs. Andrew Schultz, of Jeannette; and Cyril Schrack, of Canton, Ohio.

Simon SHAFER died in 1870. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁵⁾
SHAFER - On the 9th inst., at his residence in Mt. Pleasant township, Westmoreland co. Pa., Mr. Simon Shafer, aged 77 years and 7 days.
The Genius of Liberty, June 23, 1870

Miss Ann Josephine SHEEHAN died in 1930. Her obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Tuesday, March 4, 1930, Latrobe Bulletin, page 1, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
Ann Josephine Sheehan
Ann Josephine Sheehan died at 3:30 o’clock yesterday afternoon at the Cresson Sanitarium where she had bee a patient for the past 3 months. Miss Sheehan’s death was due to a complication of diseases. Had she lived until the ? of April she would have been 33 years of age.
The body was brought to the house of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Sheehan, of 302 Lloyd Ave., last evening.
Miss Sheehan is survived by her parents, and the following brothers and sisters: John, of Detroit; Frank, of East Pittsburgh; Mrs. Arthur Burns of Swissvale; Mrs. Rudolph Wilhelm, of Coraopolis, and William.
Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 9 o’clock at St. Vincent’s Archabbey church. Internment will be made at St. Vincent’s Cemetery.

William SHEEHAN died in 1936. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Saturday, September 26, 1936, Latrobe Bulletin, page 3, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
William Sheehan
William Sheehan, a native of Ireland, who had lived in Latrobe for the past 50 years, died at 4 o’clock this morning, following a four weeks illness with a complication of diseases.
Mr. Sheehan came here from Hollidaysburg and until his retirement some years ago, was yard foreman for the Latrobe Coal Company at their plant at Lloydsville.
Mr. Sheehan was married to Miss Amelia Ruffner, of Unity township, on October 23, 1890. He is survived by his widow, and the following children: Mrs. Arthur Burns, of Swissvale; Mrs. Nelle Wilhelm, of Coraopolis; John, of Mansfield, O., and Francis, of Turtle Creek. Three grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services with Requiem High Mass will be held at St. Vincent’s at 9 a.m. Tuesday, and internment will be made in the St. Vincent cemetery.

William R. SHEEHAN Jr. died in 1936. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Thursday, August 6, 1936, Latrobe Bulletin, page 3, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
William R. Sheehan, Ja. [Jr.]
William R. Sheehan, Jr., youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. William R. Sheehan, Sr., died in Allegheny General Hospital at 12:30 o’clock this morning of pneumonia. He had been ill for the past three weeks. Mr. Sheehan was 37 years of age. Surviving are his parents, two brothers, John, of Mansfield, O., and Francis, of Pittsburgh, and two sisters, Mrs. Arthur Burns, of Swissvale, and Mrs. Neil Willhelm, of Coraopolis. The remains will be brought to his late home on 302 Lloyd avenue where they will remain until Saturday morning when funeral services will be held at St. Vincent’s. The services will be conducted at 9 o’clock. Internment will be made at St. Vincent’s cemetery.

Mrs. Louise SHEPLER died in 1870. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁵⁾
In Rostraver township, Westmoreland county, Saturday, 18th inst. Mrs. Louise Shepler; aged 7_ years.
The Genius of Liberty, June 23, 1870

Harvey J. SHUPE died n.d.. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹⁾
Harvey J. Shupe, 70-year-old Mt. Pleasant man and member of one of Westmoreland county's best known families, died at 6:10 o'clock Monday evening at his home following an invalidism of several years.
The deceased, whose wife preceded him in death two years ago, was a brother of Mrs. W. C. Mullan, 64 West South street, this city, and Sherman Shupe, Wichita, Kan. He was also an uncle of Mrs. Davis W. Henderson, Derrick avenue, and Tom Lynch Mullan, Lincoln street.
Mrs. Shupe was well-known in the Pittsburgh section where, for many years, he had been traveling representative for a widely known tobacco firm.
Funeral services were held at 2 o'clock this afternoon at the Shupe home in North church street. Mt. Pleasant. Burial in the family lot in Mt. Pleasant cemetery.
[date missing - prob mid 1930's)

C. S. SMITH died in 1924. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹²⁾
SMITH - UNITY TOWNSHIP ROADMASTER C.S. SMITH DEAD.
Following a lingering illness, C. S. Smith, a well known resident of Unity township died on Sunday morning at his home. Mr. Smith was one the townships best roadmasters serving under Supervisor Miller and he will be greatly missed by his many friends. He leaves to survive: his wife and the following children
Jacob, Charles, Cyrus, Mrs. Geo. Horner and Mrs. Arthur Posten. The funeral services were held this morning at ten thirty in the Ridge Presbyterian Church.
notes: C. S. Smith died 3/2/1924 and was buried 3/4/1924 St Pauls Cemetery, Trauger Pa.
C. S. was Cyrus Sheppard Smith
Latrobe Bulletin

Mrs. Ephriam SMITH died in 1907. Her obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹²⁾
The late Mrs. Ephriam Smith, the aged mother of Mrs. Ella Yates, of the *South Side, whose funeral services were held **yesterday at Pleasant Unity, is survived by a husband and by nine chidren, including four daughters and five sons. The sons are:
Cyrus Smith, of Lycippus, Joseph Smith of Greensburg, Dr. W. N. Smith, of Phildelphia, John Smith, of Pleasant Unity, and Dr, C. S. Smith , of Phildelphia. The daughters are Mrs. Ella Yates, of the South Side, Mrs.Rev Clymer, of Scranton, Samantha and Gertrude at home. She is also survived by a brother , Andrew Bates, of Nebraska. Her maiden name was Leah Bates, and she was the sister of the late William Bates, father of the Bates boys on the *South Side.
*South Side refers to the South Side of Latrobe.
** Leah died Feb 19, 1907 Latrobe Bulletin

Ephriam SMITH died in 1910. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹²⁾

SMITH - Ephriam Smith Dies At Age of Ninety-Two
A long and useful life came to a close at four o'clock yesterday afternoon, when Ephriam H. Smith , probably the oldest resident of Latrobe, succumbed to the frailties incident to his advance age, at his home on South Ligonier Street. He had been failing rapidly, for some months pasted , and his death was not unexpected.
Born nearly a century ago, having first seen the light of day in October 1817, in a log farm house built upon the site of the neighboring town of Bradenville. Mr. Smith had lived within a six mile radius of Latrobe all his life.
His active life was set upon a farm near Pleasant Unity, his retirement having taken place three years ago, when he moved to Latrobe, taking up his residence on South Ligonier Street.
Mr. Smith is survived by eleven children, three of whom, Mrs. Ellen Yates and the Misses Samatha and Gertrude Smith reside in Latrobe. The other children are as follows:
Joseph, of Greensburg;William and Sturgeon, of Phoenixville; H.T., of Sycamore, Ill.; Mrs John Fry and Cyrus and John, all of Pleasant Unity, and Mrs. Robert Coyner, of Oklahoma.
The funeral service was held in the Pleasant Unity Presbyterian church about noon, on Monday, the remains lifted from the home at ten o'clock, in the morning, and being taken overland to the church. The services willbe conducted by the Rev. L. W. Stahl, pastor of the Fifth ward United Brethren church.
Ephriam died Feb 4, 1910.
Notes both Ephriam and Leah are buried at St. Lukes Cemtery, Pleasant Unity, Pa
Latrobe Bulletin

Miriam STADER died in 1914. Her obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Saturday, November 21, 1914, Latrobe Bulletin, page 1, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
DEATH CLAIMED LOCAL INFANT
Miriam Stader, the little babe of Mr. and Mrs. Victor B. Stader, of Jefferson street, died, early this morning. The funeral was held at 2:00 this afternoon. Internment was made at St. Vincent’s.

Victor B. STADER died in 1939. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Monday, June 3, 1939, Latrobe Bulletin, page 1, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
Latrobe lost one of her foremost citizens and a forceful influence toward civic advancement through the death yesterday afternoon of Victor B. Stader at his home on Jefferson street.
Active in the furniture business for many years his illness dated from last July when he contracted a heavy cold while attending the Furniture Market in Chicago. Summer grippe developed which in turn affected his heart. For the past several weeks he had been bedfast, with his death occurring yesterday afternoon.
A strong desire to be of service and a vitality that permitted him to accomplish more than the average person made Mr. Stader a leader in civic affairs in addition to conducting one of the most progressive business establishments in the county.
He was a member of the Latrobe Borough Council for two terms, from 1928 to 1936, and during his last four years in office served as president.
He was one of the organizers of the Latrobe Chamber of Commerce and was vice president from its inception to the time of his death. He was also one of the organizers of the Community Loan Company when it was formed in April 1924 and had been vice president of the organization since January 1926.
The past president of the Latrobe Rotary Club, he was present at every one of its meetings from the time of its organization until August 6, 1938 when his illness became such that he was unable to be present.
Mr. Stader was a life long member of the Holy Family church and had served on the church committee. He was a past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus.
An ardent Democrat in politics, Mr. Stader never swerved in allegiance to his party and was an active member of the Latrobe Democratic Club, having served as chairman at a number of their meetings.
He was also a motivating force in several business men’s organizations during his career.
He was most often found identified as a speaker or in other capacity at public functions and when Marshall Foch visited Pittsburgh a number of years ago he was a member of the Guard of Honor.
Mr. Stader was born in Latrobe on April 30th 1885 the son of the late Frank J. and late Hannah Rodgers Stader. He graduated from the Parochial school, later attending St. Vincent Prep and St. Vincent College, graduating from the latter institution in the business course in 1902.
In 1904 he entered the furniture business with his father the late Francis J. Stader, and later took complete charge of the enterprise. In recent years his son Victor B. Stader, Jr., has been associated with him at the store.
On February 20, 1905, Mr. Stader was married to Miss Mary Ruffner.
He is survived by his widow and three children, Mrs. Anita Hines; Victor B. Stader, Jr., and Dr. Donald E. Stader, all of Latrobe. He is also survived by three brothers, John F. Stader, of Latrobe, James Stader, of Chicago and Hilary Stader, of Connellsville and by one grandchild.
Funeral services will be held at 9 o’clock Tuesday morning in the Holy Family church with Solemn Requiem High mass, Father Kitrick will be the celebrant. Father O’Shea the deacon and Father Frawley, the subdeacon. Internment will be made in the St. Vincent cemetery.

Frank B. STAIRS died in 1924.⁽¹³⁾
Mount Pleasant, April 4,--Frank B. STAIRS, 74 years old, formerly of Kecksburg, died Thursday night at his home in East Smithfield street. He is survived by two sons, Dempsey D. STAIRS of Mount Pleasant and Adam M. STAIRS of Acme; two daughters, Mrs. E. L. WITT of Mount Pleasant and Mrs. Charles KEIMY of Pittsburg; 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Courier Thurs. April 10- 1924

Rachel STOUFFER died in 1868. Her obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁵⁾
Died,
STOUFFER.—April 3, 1868, Rachel, wife of Henry J. Stouffer, of Westmoreland Co., Pa.
(April 3 might be April 8)
The Genius of Liberty. Uniontown, Pa.
June 18, 1868 Vol 1. No. 24. Pg. 3, Col. 4.

Harry TALLENTIRE died in 1938. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹⁾
TALLENTIRE - Ill for the past eight years, Harry Tallentire, aged 78, father of Mrs. J. E. Keener, 58 Connellsville street, died at 7 o'clock Monday morning, January 10, 1938, at the family home in Tarr, Westmoreland county. Surviving are the widow and the following children:
Mrs. Elizabeth Taylor, Youngstown, Pa; Miss Ann Tallentire, Mrs. Sara Moore and Harry, of Tarr; Mrs. Mary Kurtsinger, Pittsburgh; George of Scottdale; Jane, of Tarr, and Mrs. Margaret Keener, of Uniontown ???
(balance of obit missing)

Henry WERRY died in 1917. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽²⁾
WERRY - Mount Pleasant Nov 13 – Henry Werry*, who has been in the hospital here for the past 90 days died Tuesday evening. The funeral will be held at the Acme Church on Friday internment will be made in Brown Cemetery.
*The newspaper incorrectly reported that Henry Werry has died. It was in fact his brother Walter Werry.
The Daily Courier
Tuesday November 15, 1917
Page 3 Col 1

William WERRY died in 1940. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽²⁾
William Werry, 78 years old, died suddenly at 1:10 o'clock Thursday morning at his home at Acme of apoplexy.
A son of the late John and Mary Hicks Werry, he had spent practically all of his life in the Acme district. His wife, Mrs. Sadie Werry, preceded him in death a number of years ago. There are four sons and one daughter.
The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon with a brief service at the home at 2 o'clock followed by full obsequies at the Acme Church at 2:30 o'clock. Internment will be in the Brown Cemetery near Acme.
The Daily Courier
Friday April 26, 1940
Page 6, Col. 6

William WERRY died in 1913. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽²⁾
William Werry, the eight month old son of Mr. and Mrs. William Werry of Acme, was buried in Brown's graveyard yesterday following funeral services at the house.
The Daily Courier
Monday January 27, 1913
Page 3, Col 1

William WERRY died in 1940. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽²⁾
WERRY - Service
Reverand Q. A. Holsopple, pastor of the Mount Joy Church of the Brethern, will officiate at the funeral for William Werry of Acme Sunday afternoon. There will be a brief service at the home at 2 o'clock followed by full rites at the Acme Methodist Church at 2:30 o'clock. Internment will be in Brown Cemetery.
The surviving children are Simon Werry of Champion, John Werry of Acme, Mrs. Mary Kantorik of Millsboro, Benjamin Werry and Joseph Werry at home. There are two brothers Henry of Mount Pleasant and James of Fredricktown, and three sisters, Mrs. Mary May and Mrs. Sarah Stairs of Acme and Mrs. Harriet Zimmerman of Mount Pleasant, R.D. There are also six grandchildren.
The Daily Courier
Saturday April 27, 1940
Page 5, Col.5

Adam Lenhart WHITEHEAD died in 1931. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹⁾
Adam Lenhart Whitehead, aged 82, a widely known farmer and a member of a pioneer family of Westmoreland county, died at his home near Tarr, Sunday evening, July 19, 1931, at 7:30 o'clock following a brief illness.
For 45 years Mr. Whitehead was a mine foreman for Overholts, the H. C. Frick Coke Company at Strickler, the Humphreys Coal Company at Humphreys and later at the Brownsville plant near Tarr, Westmoreland county. During his long service as foreman there never was a death resulting from accident in mines under his supervision, it is said. For the last 15 years he had been engaged in farming.
Mr. Whitehead is survived by his widow, Mrs. Kathryn Whitehead and two daughters, Mrs. Charles Buttermore of East Millsboro and Miss Daisy Whitehead of Uniontown.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at the Church of God, Alverton, at 2 o'clock. Burial will be in the Alverton cemetery.

Garrett Crusan WININGS died in 1911. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹⁰⁾
WININGS, Garrett Crusan
Died Sep. 28, 1911
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‘Squire Winings, Prominent Resident of Derry, Died This morning
Garrett Crusan Winings, one of the venerable and highly respected residents of Derry, and a man highly known and highly honored throughout Westmoreland county, died at 11:30 o’clock this morning, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. W. S. Waddle, on South Chestnut street, Derry, his death being due to the disabilities incident to his advanced age.
The late Mr. Winings, known widely as ‘Squire G. C. Winings, was born in Loyalhanna township, on the 18th of June, 1832, making his age 79 years, three months and 10 days. He followed the life of a farmer in the township until within ten years ago when he and his wife removed to Derry to make their home with their daughter. While a resident of the township he was prominent in religious and political life. He was a life-long member of the Presbyterian church, being an elder in the church for many years. After his removal to Derry he was made an elder in the church at that place. He served several terms as a justice of the peace in the township, and also served a term as county poor director. Known to hundreds of the residents of the county as ‘Squire Winings, he always enjoyed their confidence and their friendship.
He leaves to survive him his widow and two daughters, Mrs W. S. Waddle and Mrs. George Mowry, both of Derry. The funeral services will be held from the Waddle residence at one o’clock, Saturday afternoon, the interment following in Coles’ cemetery.
Latrobe Bulletin, Sep. 28, 1911, Page 1

Maria (Ebbert) WININGS died in 1921. Her obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹⁰⁾
WININGS, Maria (Ebbert)
Died Nov. 13, 1921
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Aged Derry Resident Dead
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Derry, Pa. Nov. 14– At the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. S. Waddle, yesterday afternoon, Mrs. Maria Winnings died, after an extended illness, following a fall which she sustained some time ago. She was aged 87 years, 9 months and 21 days and was one of the oldest residents of the community. Mrs. Winnings was the widow of the late ‘Squire Garrett C. Winnings, who for many years was a squire in Loyalhanna township. ‘Squire and Mrs. Winnings came to Derry to make their home some years ago. The ‘Squire died on September 28, 1911. Surviving are two children, Mrs. George Mowry and Mrs. W. S. Waddle, and nine grandchildren. Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 1:30 o’clock, from the Waddle home with the Rev. Culley in charge.
Latrobe Bulletin, Nov. 14, 1921, Page 1

Matthew H. WRAY died in 1863. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁵⁾
WRAY - DIED
In Lincoln Hospital, Washington, D.C., Feb. 25, Mr. MATTHEW H. WRAY, of company H, 36th (?) Reg. P.V., oldest son of William and Lucinda Wray, of Stewartsville, Westmoreland Co., Aged 20 years and 4 months.
The deceased was the grandson of the venerable Matthew Wray of this county. When the last call for troops was made, in company with almost all his companions, he volunteered with Capt. S.S. Marchand. He passed through the battle of Fredericksburg safely, but was soon after prostrated by chronic diarrhea. An attack of the measles while in the hospital, left him so much debilitated that he sank rapidly. His parents were telegraphed for, but it was too late-they found his cot empty. His funeral took place from his fathers residence, on Friday, the 6th inst. A very large concourse of people testified the sympathy felt for him and his family.
The deceased was a young man of more than ordinary promise. He was an obedient son and affectionate brother. His amiable disposition endeared him to all. He loved the truth; and his strict integrity, his quiet thoughtful manner, and his manly spirit commanded the respect and confidence of all, and gave him a position in society which will be remembered with satisfaction by his friends—while his high mental abilities gave promise of great usefulness. He maintained the same character in the army. In battle he won the admiration of his companions by his perfect coolness. Indeed had he been less heroic he would have sought and obtained his discharge. We lament his death, and cherish his memory. He was a professor of religion, and his humble, consistent deportment leaves us the assurance that he is now with his Redeemer. H. G. Wallace
The Genius of Liberty. Uniontown, Pa. Mar 12, 1863.
Vol. 3, No. 5, Pg. 3, Col. 2.

Philomena (Annie) YAHNER died in 1934. Her obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽⁴⁾
Wednesday, February 7, 1934, Latrobe Bulletin, page 6, Latrobe, Westmoreland, PA
Sister Philomena Yahner [Annie Yahner]
Sister Philomena Yahner, 63 year-old Benedictine nun and an aunt of Father Cyprian Yahner, a priest at St. Vincent College, died Monday afternoon at St. Boniface convent, Pittsburgh. She had been ill 10 days with pneumonia.

John W. YEALY died in 1931. His obit was contributed to the Westmoreland County USGenWeb Project.⁽¹⁰⁾
YEALY, John W.
Died April 27, 1931
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JOHN W. YEALY, OF DERRY, DIES
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Neighboring Town Loses One Of Its Foremost Men
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With a suddenness which startled the community, Derry learned this morning of the death of one of its most prominent citizens, John Withrow Yealy, treasurer of the First Savings & Trust company. He died in the West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh, at 9 o’clock.
Mr. Yealy had been in poor health for some time past, and had been taking treatment for stomach trouble. He was able to be at his place in the bank, but his ailment failed to respond to treatment. Saturday night, shortly after midnight, he became very ill, and the physician who was called advised immediate removal to the West Penn Hospital
He arrived at the hospital at four o’clock and after an examination, an immediate operation was deemed necessary. It was performed by Dr. Bailey, who found a duodenal ulcer. Mr. Yealy seemed to rally from the operation, and his wife and brothers and sisters, who were at his bedside, were informed he had more than an even chance of recovery. However about midnight last night, after peritonitis had set in, he became worse with the end occurring this morning.
Born in Derry, a son of David M., and Minerva Crissinger Yealy, he has always been a resident of the town. Had he lived until October of this year, he would have been 45 years of age. He graduated from the Derry Borough high in the class of 1904, and later was taken into the old First National Bank, of which his brother was cashier. He advanced to assistant cashier and served in that capacity until the bank was liquidated in 1917.
With the organization of the new First Savings & Trust company, which began business on January 1, 1918, Mr. Yealy was made assistant treasurer. In 1921 D. W. Yealy resigned to become cashier of the First National bank of Blairsville and John W. Yealy was named treasurer of the First Savings & Trust company, a position he continued to hold up to the time of death.
Surviving are his widow, who was Miss Mary Olive Yealy, and the following children: Mary Olive, Catherine, John, Edna Louise, Eleanor and Virginia. His father also survives as do the following brothers and sisters: Harry of Philadelphia; Dorsey W., of Pittsburgh; Edward J., of Latrobe; Dr. Charles V., and S Holmes, of Derry; Mrs. Durbin S. Kerr, of Oakmont, and Miss Emma Lenore, of Derry.
John W. Yealy was citizen of whom Derry was proud. In every church and civic activity he was foremost in the work of promotion and in carrying thru their projects. He served as a member of the borough council from 1922 to 1926 and had been active in Boy Scout work for many years.
He was a member of La Monte Lodge F and A.M., the Shrine, the Coudersport Consistory, and was treasurer of Westmoreland Forest, Tall Cedars of Lebanon. He was an active member of St. Paul’s Reformed Church, being treasurer of its benevolences, superintendent of the Sunday School, a member of the consistory, and of the church choir. He was treasurer of the local red Cross and in every church and civic movement of the community he was to be found in the forefront. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Latrobe Bulletin, April 27, 1931, Page 13
Yealy Funeral Services
Funeral services for the late John W. Yealy, of Derry, will be held Thursday afternoon, at 2:30 o’clock, in St. Paul’s reformed church. His pastor, Rev. W. H. Landis and the Rev. H. W. Black, former pastor, will be in charge assisted by the other Derry Ministry. Interment will follow in Cole’s cemetery.
Latrobe Bulletin, April 28, 1931, Page 7
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[Note: John’s widow is incorrectly listed as the former Miss Mary Olive Yealy. She was Miss Mary Olive MOWRY]

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