Survived by mother, Irene Glover; sisters: Delores A. married to Rev. Julius C. Porcher, Jr., Johnstown; and Freddie M. Johnson, Johnstown; brothers: David; and Hardy E., Johnstown; nieces and nephews: Lori A. Porcher; David C. Porcher; David T. Glover; and Jessica Glover; great nephews: Julius Lamar Porcher; David James Porcher; and Jerrin Porcher; and special friend, Bruce Respress, Atlanta, Georgia. Also survived by a host of cousins, friends, and the Downtown Hilton Family, Atlanta, Georgia. 

Employed at the Downtown Hilton, Atlanta, Georgia for 15 years. Former member of St. James Missionary Baptist Church. Friends received from 12:30 PM until time of Funeral Service at 1:00 PM, Saturday, Rev. Dr. Ralph Johnson, at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Downtown Chapel, Corner of Jackson and Locust Streets. Interment Richland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. James Missionary Church Building Fund in his memory. 

Geiser, Catherine A.
Geiser, Catherine A., 57, of Johnstown, died May 10, 2000, at Memorial Medical Center. Born July 28, 1942 in Johnstown, daughter of Ruth (Sedlmeyer) Geiser. Preceded in death by parents; maternal and paternal grandparents. 

Survived by aunts: Margaret Nauerth, New York; Margaret Sedlmeyer, Johnstown; and Helen Hipp, Johnstown; Special Friends: Shirley Gobin, Susan L. McQuaide, Bryan J. Paczek, Kelsie R. McQuaide, and Patricia Hiner. 

Conemaugh Hospital R.N. employed as a Librarian. Funeral Service will be held at Richland Cemetery Mausoleum 10:00 AM, Friday, Rev. Bernard Grattan. Friends received from 2-4 and 6-8 PM, Thursday, at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Downtown Chapel, Corner of Jackson and Locust Streets. Vigil for the Deceased at 6:30 PM. Entombment Richland Cemetery. 
 

FACCIANI, ANNA M.
FACCIANI, ANNA M., 87, of Johnstown, died August 8, 2000 at LaurelWood Convalesant Care Center. Born March 16, 1913 in Lilly, PA. Daughter of Anthony and Mary (Margiewicz) Archihofsky. Anna was the last surviving member of the Archihofsky family.Preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband of 57 years, Reno R. Facciani, in 1985; brothers: Joseph and Louis; sisters: Blanch Stopka, Helen Lesczc, and Lottie Reese; first born son, Raymond who died at infancy ; daughter Nancy who died in 1947 at the age of seventeen; grandson Patrick. 

Survived by 3 sons: Leonard M/T Ardeth Helsel, Donald M/T Mary Rose Weaver, Ronald M/T Barbara Merrits all of Johnstown; daughter Sally Anne M/T Stuart Plotkin of Richmond, VA; 9 grandchildren: Leonard Jr., Michael J., Richard, Michael E., John, Mary Beth, Ronald Jr., Julie Ann, and Joseph. 10 great grandchildren: Joseph, Thomas, Angela, Lara, Raquel, Gabrielle, Vincent Reno, Megan, Reno Robert, and Brittany. 

Anna was Co-owner with her late husband of Modern Art and Plate Glass Company in Johnstown. They were among the establishing residents of the little neighborhood of Elim in Upper Yoder Township where they have resided for nearly seventy years. A tree will be planted in her memory on Finch Street in Elim. Anna earned a Practical Nursing License at Mercy Hospital. She also enjoyed Bridge and actively played in a woman's club for over fifty years. She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her family and friends. Anna and Reno were active, charter members of St. Clement Catholic Church where Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11:00 AM, Friday, Father William E. Rosenbaum. Friends received from 7-9 PM, Wednesday, and 2-4 & 7-9 PM, Thursday, Vigil for the deceased will be held on Thursday at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Interment St. Anthony Cemetery. 
 

Vlasaty, Edward W.
Vlasaty, Edward W., 76, of Fanwood, NJ, formerly of Johnstown, died August 4, 2000. At Greenbrook Manor Nursing Home, Greenbrook, NJs. Born September 11, 1923 in Johnstown, son of Emery and Rose Vlasaty. Preceded in death by parents; wife Madlynne (Veil) Vlasaty, died in 1984. 

Survived by daughter Lin Vlasaty, Sommerville, NJ; sisters, Elizabeth Muzic, Ohio; Rosemary Antoniou, Florida; brother, John Vlasaty, Johnstown. Mr. Vlasaty was a graduate of University of Pittsburgh and served in the US Army during WW II. He was employed as a Banker with Chase Manhattan Bank in New York City for over 30 Years. He retired as vice-president in 1980. 

Member of the American Arbitration Association, the American Legion and St. Bartholomew the Apostle R.C. Church in Scotch Plains, NJ. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:00 AM, Thursday, at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, Msgr. Thomas K. Mabon. Friends received from 2-4 & 6-8 PM, Wednesday. Vigil for deceased will be held Wednesday, at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Commital Grandview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O.Box 815 Elizabeth, NJ 07207.
 

Andolina, Angeline
Andolina, Angeline, 88, of Johnstown, died July 30, 2000, at UPMC Lee Regional. Born June 28, 1912 in Italy. Daughter of Guitona and Josephine(Pichara) Polonia. Preceded in death by parents; husband Michael who died November 21, 1968; son-in-law Raymond Mirto; brothers: James, Charles, and Frank; stepbrothers: Guy, Samuel, and Jack. 

Survived by beloved daughter Rose Mirto of Johnstown; son Edward M/T former Carol Klonisky of Cairnbrook, PA; brother John Polonia M/T former Theresa Laposata; sisters Josephine M/T Charles Rametta and Rose M/T John Trauger; granddaughter Kimberly M/T Bruce Brewer; grandson David Andolina; great grandchildren: Zachary, Ashton, Michael, and Madison Brewer; sister-in-laws Sarah Andolina and Helen Andolina; also survived by a host of nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, great great nieces and nephews, and many family friends. 

Member of the former St. Anthony's Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:00 AM, Wednesday, at St. Clare of Assisi Church, Rev. Gernard M. Connolly T.O.R., Vigil for the deceased will be Tuesday. Friends received from 1-9PM, Tuesday, at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Interment St. Anthony's Cemetery. 
 

Colosimo, Helen G., 88, of Johnstown, died July 17, 2000, at home. Born May 24, 1914 in Johnstown, daughter of Hugo and Bertha Behrndt. Preceded in death by: parents; husband Leonard ; grandson Dennis and sister Lillian( Ondrejack) Penna. 

Survived by children; Leonard F. and JoAnne A. Kosiorek both of Johnstown; sister Edna M/T Nick Guarino of N.J. ; 3 Grandchildren Robin L. M/T Joseph Zahoran, Leonard D., and Randy Kosiorek; 2 Great Grandchildren Jospeh James and David Andrew Zahoran; Daughter-in-law Loretta Colosimo. Also several nieces and nephews. 

Helen was a former Democratic Committee Woman and District Chairperson of Southmont Borough. Also, a member of the Democratic Executive Board of Cambria County and a former Girl Scout Leader. She was a life member of Zion Lutheran Church where Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday at 10:00 AM, Rev. Warren S. Karshin. Friends received from 2 to 8 pm, Wednesday, at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Interment St. Anthony's Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Zion Lutheran Church in her memory. 

Naselli, Catherine M.
Naselli, Catherine M., 92, Johnstown, died Saturday July 15, 2000, at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. Born March 30, 1908 in Johnstown. Daughter of Domenick and Maria (Amitrano) (Paolillo) Powell. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Anthony, brothers Joseph, Frank, John, Louis and Domenick "Nutchie" Powell. 

Survived by sister Alberta Delligatti, of Connellville, PA niece Constance (Powell) Komar, St. Clairsville, OH and godchild Rose (Duca) Cerula. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 

Member of Sons of Italy Lodge 1614. Former Member of St. Anthony Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 18, 2000 at 10AM at St. Clare of Assisi Church. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday. Vigil for the deceased will be on Monday, at the Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Interment St. Anthony Cemetery. 
 

Gallo, Anthony R.
Gallo, Anthony R., 75, Kensington, MD, formerly of Johnstown, died December 10, 2000 at Holy Cross Hospital. Born February 15, 1925 in Johnstown. Son of Rosario and Rose (Marchionne) Gallo. 

Preceded in death by parents. 

Survived by sister Mary N. married to Joseph DiClementi, Kensington, MD; nephews Stephen J. Di Clementi, Mt. Airy, MD; James N. DiClementi married to former Maureen McNamara; Newton, Pa; grand nephew Nicholas H. DiClementi and grand nieces Grace C. and Emma S. DiClementi. Also several Cousins. 

Friends received from 11-12:30 PM, Friday, at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 PM, Friday at St. Benedicts Catholic Church, Rev. Msgr. Joseph Kiniry. Committal St. Anthony Cemetery. 
 

KOLLAR, Emil E.
KOLLAR -Emil E. , (90), Johnstown, died, December 12, 2000 at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. Born May 4, 1910, in Johnstown. Son of Stephen and Mary (Dvorsky) Kollar. 

Preceded in death by parents; wife Carmela (Furnari); brother Frank (Yank) and sister, Mary Spischak. 

Survived by son, Stephen married to the former Deborah Casino, Johnstown; sister Josephine McFaddin, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. 

Retired from Bethlehem Steel Corp. , Blast Furnace, with 38 years of service. 

No viewing at Emil's request. A Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church, 10 AM, Friday, Rev. Carl Spischak. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Clare of Assisi building fund in his memory. Arrangements by Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Committal St. Anthony Cemetery. 
 

Lumnitzer, Dorothy L. (Kessler)
Lumnitzer, Dorothy L. (Kessler), 87, Johnstown, died September 9, 2001 at Richland Woods. Born June 27, 1914 in Johnstown. Daughter of Charles and Ethel (Wakefield) Kessler.

Preceded in death by parents and husband Paul L., who died in 1995.

Survived by children; Sandra m/t John D. Bossler, Dublin, OH; Mary Ann m/t Joseph McCaffrey, Johnstown; Paul m/t Beth Korsh, Herndon, VA; 4 grandchildren, David Bossler & Fiancé Linda Neal , Joey McCaffrey & girlfriend Heleana Weber, Lauren and Molly Lumnitzer; sister; Jeanne Stock Harris, Largo, FL; also survived by nieces & nephews.

She was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother; Volunteered at the Little Shops at Memorial Medical Center.

She was active in Ferndale P.T.A. and Eastern Star. Active lontgtime member of Moxham Lutheran Church; Den Mother for the Cub Scouts; Avid Golfer. Friends received from 2-4 & 6-8pm, Tuesday at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. where Funeral Service will be held at 10 AM, Wednesday, Rev. David McGee. Entombment Grandview Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Windber Hospice, 600 Somerset Ave, Windber, PA 15963, in her memory.
 

Chirillo, Peter C.
Chirillo, Peter C., 83, Johnstown, died September 12, 2001 at UPMC Lee Regional. Born August 9, 1918 in Madera, PA. Son of Joseph and Mary (Capatch) Chirillo.

Preceded in death by parents; sisters, Mary Piro and Josephine Kapitan; brothers, Carmen and James.

Survived by wife, Matilda (Florina) and five children: Richard m/t Karen (Lohr), Johnstown; Deanna m/t John Haddle, Johnstown; Marie m/t Rodney Miller, Cherryville; Nancy Chirillo, Johnstown; and Peter m/t Adonna (Popolo), Manassas, VA; blessed with seven grandchildren: Samantha Chirillo, John Haddle, Matthew Haddle, Stephanie Miller, Bradley Miller, Camille Chirillo, and Gena Chirillo; also survived by brother, Joseph Chirillo m/t Fannie (Stumpo) and sister, Theresa Novelli.

A retired Bethlehem Steel crane-operator with 40 years of service. US Army Veteran having served in the European Theater; awarded the Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Medal, and the European-African-Middle East Service Medal with 5 Bronze Stars. An honored member of the Sons of Italy Lodge,

#1614, a member of VFW Post 155, and a life-member of the American Legion. A parishioner of St. Clare of Assisi Parish where Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:00AM, Saturday. Friends received from 6-8 PM, Thursday and 2-4 & 6-8PM, Friday at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd where Sons of Italy will meet at 7:00PM, Friday. Committal St. Anthony Cemetery. Graveside Rites by Menoher Post 155 Military Ritual Team. 
 

Auvdel, Odella “Del” M.
Auvdel, Odella “Del” M., 76, Johnstown, went with the God September 13, 2001 at UPMC Lee Regional. Born April 21, 1925 in Johnstown. Daughter of Michael and Anna (Zapf) Shesko.

Preceded in death by parents; husband, Theodore M. Auvdel, Sr.; sister, Rita.

Survived by children: Theodore, Jr. m/t Margaret Constance, Hummelstown, PA; David m/t Gerri Coval, Lucasville, OH; Michael m/t Patty Singletary, Fayetteville, GA; Christine, Johnstown; Jan m/t Michele Konchan, Johnstown; Heidi and Fiancé Dan Prohonic, Johnstown; grandchildren: Jason, Kristy, Nicole, Stacy, Tiffany, Sarah, Kelly, Frank, Jennifer, Brandon, and Bradley; great grandchildren, Brendan and Callie; sisters, Verna Taylor, Philadelphia and Leona m/t George Howard, Baltimore; nieces: Bobbie m/t Keith, Michele, Roberta, all of Baltimore.

Retired from LaPorta’s Flower Shop where she worked for 35 years for Joe and Mary. Volunteered at the Incline Plane Visitors Center. Member of the Ladies Columbian Circle, St. Ann’s Christian Mothers, and St. Gregory and Barnabas Catholic Church, Daisytown, where she was a Eucharist Minister. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:00 AM, Monday at St. Gregory and Barnabas Catholic Church, Rev. Robert L. Ruston. Friends received from 2-4 & 7-9PM, Sunday at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Committal Immaculate Conception Cemetery.
 

Ciraulo, Julia (Pecora)
Ciraulo, Julia (Pecora), 86, formerly of Johnstown, died November 20, 2002 at Laurel Crest Manor. Born February 3, 1916 in Johnstown. Daughter of Anthony and Mary (Veltri) Pecora.

Preceded in death by parents; husband, Sylvester “Gus”, who died July 2, 1998; brothers, Andrew, Vincent, Anthony, and Charles; and sister, Antoinette.

Survived by daughters, Marianne m/t John Dubovecky, Johnstown; Elizabeth m/t Robert McCombie, Ebensburg; brother, Robert; sister, Philomena Virostek; grandchildren, Michael and Matthew Dubovecky, Rebecca Gephart, and Robert and Tara McCombie; great-grandson, Bryon Gephart; and also numerous nieces and nephews.

Retired from Glosser Bros. Department Store as a cashier.

Member of Elks Ladies Auxiliary and St. John Gualbert Cathedral where Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:00 AM Saturday, Rev. Msgr. George B. Flinn, VG. Friends received from 2-8 PM Friday at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Downtown Chapel, corner of Locust and Jackson Sts., where vigil for the deceased will be held Friday evening. Entombment St. Joseph’s Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, Cambria County Branch Office, Memorial Medical Center, 1086 Franklin Street, Johnstown, PA 15905.
 

McBride, Bernice M. (Brown)
McBride, Bernice M. (Brown), 81, Johnstown, formerly of Plymouth Meeting, died November 20, 2002 at McCullough House, Nursing Facility, Johnstown, PA. Born September 5, 1921 in Philadelphia. Daughter of late John Henry and Madeline (Clare) Brown.

Preceded in death by Husband.

Survived by children, Michael m/t Carley, Stewart, FL; Barbara m/t David Marks, Ellicott City, MD; Cathie m/t Jim Camut, Johnstown; grandchildren, Courtney and Patrick McBride; Casey and Jonathan Marks; Alexander and Jim Gabriel.

At the request of the deceased no public viewing. 
 

Manganella, James
Manganella, James, 93, formerly of Conemaugh Boro, died November 17, 2002 at UPMC Lee Regional.  Born August 15, 1909 in Johnstown, son of Pasquale and Giatiana (Margucci) Manganella. 

Preceded in death by parents; wife, Sara, who died in 1981; daughter, Margaret Larkin; and brothers: Anthony, Joseph, and Samuel Manganella.

Survived by daughter, Joann m/t Raymond Piwowarski, SC; sister, Rose Zabric, Pittsburgh; numerous grandchildren; devoted brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Joseph R. and Mamie V. Latch.

Retired Car Shop Foreman from Bethlehem Steel after 46 years service. 

He was a great neighbor, by shopping, getting prescriptions or doing anything around the houses. 

Member of St. Clare of Assisi Church where Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10 AM, Wednesday. Friends received from 
2-4 and 6-8 PM, Tuesday at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Downtown Chapel, Corner of Jackson and Locust Streets. Committal St. Anthony Cemetery.
 

Trakas, Anna Trio (Shorto)
Trakas, Anna Trio (Shorto), 97, Johnstown, died November 12, 2002. Born July 23 1905 in Punxsutawney, PA. Daughter of Anthony and Mary Anna (Prevete) Shorto.

Preceded in death by parents; first husband, Frank Trio, Sr. and second husband Tom Trakas; daughter, Grace Coby; son-in-law, Austin Rilogio; daughter-in-law, Grace (Vecchio) Trio; brothers, Russell and Anthony Shorto and sisters, Angeline Trigona, Sarah Shorto and Catherine Hipp.

Survived by children, Joseph, Florida; Carmella m/t Harry Ernst, Mary Rilogio, Frank and Anthony Trio, Eugene m/t Carol Becker, Nicholas and James Trio; sisters, Perina Verrone, Mildred Regino, Mary Basile, and Nancy Price, all of Johnstown. Anna was very proud of her 21 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 1 great great granddaughter, also numerous nieces and nephews.

Member of ISDA Joseph Johns Lodge #214 and St. John Gualbert Cathedral where Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Saturday, Rev. Msgr. George B. Flinn, VG. Friends received from 6-8 PM, Thursday and 2-4 & 6-8 PM, Friday, at the Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Committal Grandview Cemetery. 
 

Jeffreys, Thelma E. (Cragle)
Jeffreys, Thelma E. (Cragle), 67, Johnstown, died November 5, 2002 at UPMC Lee Regional Hospital. Born March 14, 1935 in Tunnelton. Daughter of Owen and Laura (Fisher) Cragle.

Preceded in death by parents and brother Robert.

Survived by husband of 49 years, Reese Jeffreys, children; Valerie Jean m/t Matthew Carneal; Wanda Ann m/t Gregory Smith, both of NC; Edward Wayne m/t Lena (Melius), Twin Rocks, Cory Alan m/t Janis (West), Hooversville; 
11 grandchildren.

She loved Elvis Presley and his music, also singing and playing guitar.

Member of Locust Grove Church of the Brethren, where everyone is welcome to attend a Memorial Services at 11:00 AM Friday, Pastor Michael Christine. At the request of the deceased no public viewing. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer society in Thelma’s memory.

 

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