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PRAYER CONCERNS & JOYS – OCT. 4, 2007
FROM: REVNCY@AOL.COM = NORMAN AND JANET YOUNG
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Sorrow looks back, worry looks around, faith looks up...
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CHARLES E. "BUD" NEIDERHISER
November 16, 1928 - September 26, 2007
Rev. Charles E. "Bud" Neiderhiser, 78, of Mt. Pleasant
(Hammondville), died Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2007, in the
Harmon House, Mt. Pleasant. He was born Nov. 16, 1928,
in Mt. Pleasant, a son of the late Emanuel and Goldie
Seighman Neiderhiser. Rev. Neiderhiser was retired from
General Motors, Fisher Body Division in
West Mifflin/Dravosburg, where he was employed for many
years. He was also a retired minister of United Methodist
Church. After receiving his GED, he furthered his education
and received his degree from Wesley Theological Seminary.
He served many churches throughout the area during his
ministry, including Pennsville United Methodist Church,
Dunbar Wesley United Methodist Church, Wesley Chapel
United Methodist Church, Alverton United Methodist Church
and he also served at Connellsville and Mt. Pleasant Church
of Brethren. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving
during the Korean conflict. In addition to his parents, he was
predeceased by his wife, Anna Mae (Jaram) Neiderhiser, in
2004; and three brothers, Norman, Melvin and Clarence
Neiderhiser. He is survived by his children, Robin Kennison
and her husband, Joseph, of Bullskin Township, and Randy
Neiderhiser and his wife, Mary, of Greensburg; three
grandchildren, Amanda Jo Kennison and Jeremy and Jeffrey
Neiderhiser; and two sisters, Audrey Kastner, of Mt. Pleasant,
and Ona Rae Snyder and her husband, Charles, of Tarrs.
Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday and from 2 to 4
and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday in the BROOKS FUNERAL HOME INC.,
406 East Washington St., Mt. Pleasant, where services will be
held at 2 p.m. Sunday with the Rev. David Evans officiating.
Interment will follow in Green Ridge Memorial Park, Pennsville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to
either the Pennsville or Dunbar Wesley United Methodist
churches or to the Connellsville or Mt. Pleasant Church of
the Brethren in memory of Rev. Charles E. "Bud" Neiderhiser.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the nurse's
aide, Penny, at Harmon House for her special care and
concern for Bud while he resided there. To sign the guest registry,
please visit www.brooksfuneralhomes.com.
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MAUDIE M. ARMSTRONG
October 30, 1926 - September 27, 2007
Maudie M. Armstrong, 80, of Nottingham Township, died
at 11:40 p.m. Thursday, September 27, 2007, in her home.
She was born October 30, 1926, in Grundy County, Tenn., a
daughter of Cal-Dean and Ida Mae Shrum Hargis.
Mrs. Armstrong was a member of Thomas Presbyterian
Church, where she was a Stephen Minister and a member
of its choir. She was a founding board member of Washington
County Habitat for Humanity, a social worker and a teacher.
Mrs. Armstrong lived in Nottingham Township for the past 36
years.
On September 18, 1947, she married the Rev. Robert Calvin
Armstrong, who survives. Also surviving are a son, Gerald R.
Armstrong of Clinton; two daughters, Lorinda Armstrong of
Rochester and Diana Brosius of Beaver; six grandchildren;
and two great-grandchildren. Deceased is a son, Bruce C.
Armstrong.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in
Salandra Funeral Service Inc., Joseph P. Salandra,
supervisor/owner, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, where a
private service will be held Monday, October 1. Interment will
be in Fairview Cemetery, Nottingham Township.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 6,
in Thomas Presbyterian Church, Eighty Four, with the
Rev. Linda M. Jaberg officiating. A reception will be held in the
church fellowship hall following the service.
At the request of the family, donations can be sent to Washington
County Habitat for Humanity.
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JEAN ELIZABETH LANG SPANGLER
November 26, 1924-October 2, 2007
Word has been received that Mrs. Jean Spangler, widow of
Rev. True Dotson Spangler passed away in York, Pennsylvania
on
October 2, 2007, where she lived with her 2 daughters. No further
information or details are available at this writing.
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From: butlerdistrictoffice@zoominternet.net>
Subject: Prayer request
Date: Wed, 3 Oct 2007 13:40:47 +0000
We have been in prayer for Mary Garlathy's family during her
brother's illness. We received this message this morning.
"My brother David died last night about 10:30. He had been in
a coma since Sat and he had been in a lot of pain before that.
Thank you for all you prayers and concern for me and my family.
He leaves behind a wife and 4 step children as well as
grandchildren and my Mother of course. There will be no funeral
but my Mother is hoping to have a memorial service later this fall.
Thank you again for all your support.
Peace, Mary
Rev Frank (Mary) Garlathy serve Rochester: First UMC.
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Update of REV. DEAN HUGHES
Dean has been moved to Heartland of Preston County, 300
Miller Road, Kingwood, WV 26537. This is a skilled Nursing
Facility and only one-half mile from his home. Continue to
remember Dean and Jean in your prayers as they recover f
rom this tragic Auto accident.
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Dear Norm and Janet,
Ken and I would like to request prayer for our son K. Wesley
Jones. He was in Allegheny General Hospital last week with
a urinary tract infection and pneumonia. He was released
from there on Friday and admitted to Forbes Road Nursing
and Rehab in the East Liberty area for further recovery.
He is still on IV antibiotics and needs to have aggressive
pulmonary care. Please keep him in your prayers.
Thank you,
Pam, Ken and Trevor Jones
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Since everyone else is changing their e-mail addresses, we
thought we would join the club. We finally have our web page
up and running and so would like everyone to change our
e-mail address from pastor-sumc@adelphia.net to
pastor@summitumc.net
If you could simply reply back, so that I can develop a
new mail box that would be helpful.
Lee Pomeroy
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Hello Everyone,
Here are our new addresses...
Connellsville Area Ministries =connmin@verizon.net
Rev. Terry L. Guiste = tguiste@verizon.net
vwest4@verizon.net
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From: missellie39@verizon.net - Bob and Ellie Sayre
Winnie Brinkley was a long time secretary (approx.
40 yrs) at the 1st UMC in Brookville, PA. I believe she
also attended Grove City Conferences representing
her church for quite a few years, as well. Perhaps some
of the conference pastors and lay members remember her.
She passed on a couple weeks ago after an illness.
Ellie Sayre
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This was seen in a Church Newsletter: "How is Being A
Christian Like Being A Pumpkin?" "God see us, Pick us up
out of the dirt, cleans us off, takes the yucky material out
of us by forgiving us, puts a smile on our faces, and
places a shining light within us for others to see!"
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PRAYER CONCERNS & JOYS - SEPTEMBER 27, 2007
You are richer today if you have laughed, given or forgiven.
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From: erezek@zoominternet.net = Ellen Rezek
Dear Norman and Janet:
I'm sure those who know (Rev)Lou and Audrey Pomrenke
will want to remember them and their family in prayer.
Lou's dad, Lou Sr., died last week in Sun City Fla. His
Memorial Service will be tomorrow (September 22).
Cards and Expressions of Sympathy can be sent to:
Louis and Audrey Pomrenck
Beckton Place, East; Sun City, Florida 33573-5420.
E-Mail is pomrenke1@verizon.net
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Report concerning Dean and Jean Hughes:
Rev. Dean Hughes, Retired, was involved in a serious car
accident recently. He is not recovering at Health South
for physical therapy. Due to his damaged left hip, he can
not put any weight on his left leg. His address is: Health
South, Mt View Rehab. Room 244A, 1160 Van Voohris
Road, Morgantown, WV. 26505.
His wife Jean Hughes is recuperating at home with a
broken ankle from the same accident. She can't put any
weight on her right leg. Her address is: 129 Miller Road,
Kingwod, WV 26537-1322.
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From: wnnjones@comcast.net = Nancy Jones
Dear Rev. Young,
Would you kindly add this e-mail address to your weekl
joys and concerns...with Warren Jones being hospitalized
I have to go over to the church to read them. Thank you.
Nancy Jones
wnnjones@comcast.net
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From: goldengates3@yahoo.com = Herb and Barb Gates.
I would like to ask for prayers for the Lawrence Apgar
family in their time of grief. Lawrence died on September
12 at his home in Clinton, NJ. He was the father of Barb
Gates and father-in-law of Herbert Gates. We feel blessed
to have been with him in his last moments with us. Since
retirement in June to Bethlehem, PA we have had time to
enjoy his company and that is comforting.
Barb Gates
339 E. Washington Ave.
Bethlehem, PA 18018
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Please keep my father, Rev. Thomas St. Clair, in prayer. Dad had reconstructive foot surgery three weeks ago.
He broke a bone in his foot sometime during the spring and with his MS, multiple bones began to break after the initial break. He had no feeling due to the neuropathy. His foot began to collapse and thus, the reason for the reconstructive surgery. He had 9 rods, 1 plate and bone taken from under his knee to repair his damaged foot. Over this past weekend, Dad developed an abscess tooth and the infection spread to his foot, placing him back in the hospital. He is now home after a heavy dose of antibiotics, but will be immobile for 3-6 months as no weight is allowed on that foot for the duration of the 3-6 months. Please keep dad and my mom, Susan in prayer as he recovers. Also, a praise of thanksgiving to God for William Meekins Jr. and Dick Markle for great coverage at Irwin 1st and visits over this period of time. They have been ever so wonderful. God’s Grace,
Jeff St. Clair
jstclair@pghbcumc.com
jtstclair@comcast.net
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Hi folks, we have a new email address, please change us to : bobumc@windstream.net
Thanks for all you do,
Bob Klingler
Ref: Old address was bobumc@velocity.net
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From: apc4god@verizon.net - Peter/Maxine DeGerlando
Pete has returned home today (9/25) after spending a week
in the hospital with pneumonia, kidney problems and then
gout or arthritis in his right knee. He is walking with a
walker and has trouble getting up and down out of a recliner.
He has a problem when trying to bend his knee. Will
take a little time for it to heal. Good to have him home
again. Maxine
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Norman and Janet,
We have two blessings to report.
Our newest grandchild, Cara Rose North, was born to our
daughter Jessica and her husband Ryan on August 23, 2007.
Because she was accommodating enough to be born
perfectly healthy and 3-weeks early (she was due on
September 12), she and her two brothers (Caleb 4 1/2 and
Cody 3), were able to make the trip from Vicksburg, MS to
Washington PA to attend their uncle's wedding.
That's our second blessing. On September 15 Jim
officiated as our son JR (James Robert) was married to
Jamie Catherine Stoddard. Oh what a blessing it was to
have family and friends with us from all over the country
to share our joys. God is good....all the time.
Jim & Debbie Pond
Pastor Jim & Debbie Pond
101 Ash Lane
Punxsutawney, PA 15767
814-938-5924 phone
724-322-1718 cell =
Please change web addresses related to our Church
fumcoffice@zwisp.net Church Office
fumcpastor@zwisp.net Pastor Dennis Swineford
Thank you for your good service
D. Swineford
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Too many people offer God prayers with claw marks all over them.
PRAYER CONCERNS AND JOYS FOR SEPTEMBER 20, 2007
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Our Pittsburgh District Superintendent and his wife, Don and Barbara Scandrol hosted the Retired Clergy/Spouses and Surviving Spouses at a luncheon last Sunday afternoon. It was Retirees Sunday. We thoroughly enjoyed the fellowship with friends and all suggested we do that again. Thanks Don and Barbara.
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DEATH OF MRS. VIRGINIA M. COOK - 09/20/07
Virginia M. Cook, 88, of 661 Thoburn Court, Meadville, died Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2007, at Meadville Medical Center. She was formerly a resident of Brockway for many years.
Born in Swissvale July 29, 1919, she was a daughter of Hinze and Minnie Evans Couples. She married the Rev. George S. Cook Dec. 24. 1940. He survives.
She was a member of Moorhead United Methodist Church in Brockway. She was very active in church work including the United Methodist Women, the church choir and many youth activities. She assisted her husband in his ministry.
She was a graduate of Swissvale High School and Pittsburgh Business College. She was a retired secretary. She enjoyed growing flowers, poetry and working with the youth.
Survivors include her husband of 66 years, the Rev. George S. Cook of Meadville; two sons, James Cook of Wallingsford, Conn., and Dr. Jay Cook of Johnstown; a sister, Arlene Smith of Pittsburgh; and four grandchildren.
Visitation will be Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 9 to 10 a.m. at Carlson-Shugarts Funeral Home Inc., 1033 Fourth Ave., Brockway.
The funeral will be Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at Moorhead United Methodist Church, Brockway, with Dr. Jay Cook and the Rev. Marjorie Lindahl officiating.
Burial will be in Wildwood Cemetery, Brockway.
The family requests memorials be made to Moorhead United Methodist Church, Main Street, Brockway, Pa. 15824; or Wesbury United Methodist Retirement Community, 31 Park Ave., Meadville, Pa. 16335.
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NOTE TO ALL RETIREES
"Just Between Us" has been posted on the Conference Web-Site wpaumc.org. Please check it out and send your future news to Bill and Lois Hiles at whiles@clearwire.net.
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Lois and Bill Hiles sent word that they have had confirmation from Aaron Ankeny that the 2008 Methodist Exile Reunion in Florida will be held January 29, 2008. Mark this date on your calendar and more information will come later.
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Hi Norman and Janet:
Please place Rev. Harold A. Green ( Buddy) to your prayers. He is a young pastor (on leave) serving the Shenango Presbyterian Church. Buddy Green is in Montefiore UPMC, PGH. He's been waiting for a liver treansplant, but his entire body has shut down. He's on continuous dialysis, and a respirator. They called all the family in yesterday. He's been at death's door several times in the past five years. He is one amazing person.
Frank and Phyllis Snavely are in need of your prayers. Phyllis had total knee replacement surgery and is recovering and Frank was taken to the Lakeland Hospital for tests.
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Pastors Bob & Sandy Jordan are proud to announce the arrival of their ninth grand child on Monday, Sept. 17 at 12:13 p.m. Benjamin Edward Heinzl is the first-born child of their youngest daughter, Virginia Heinzl & son-in-law, Edward Heinzl. Benjamin weighs in at 6 lb. 6 ounces & is 20 inches long
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Many thanks for the prayers for my sister, Nancy. She finally had her left knee replaced a week ago Wednesday. She is home now and plans to return to work soon. She had suffered for almost three years with overwhelming pain and disability, on crutches. The first attempt in July was aborted after an infection was found in the joint before it could be replaced. Now, she gains strength and determination to have the second knee replaced on December 3, 2007. Keep her in your prayers for healing now and surgery in the near future. Blessings to all and thanks again - Mary Jane Fullerton
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Dear Fellow Christians, Please help bare the burden and shoulder the risk of the Rev. Steve Gruver family (Pittsfield: Otterbein UMC, Kane District). Steve's wife, Terri (daughter of Rev. Fred Doverspike, retired), has been diagnosed with bone cancer. Thank you.
Bob Higginbotham
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Hi Norm and Janet,
Just got this from Maxine DeGerlando. Sandy and Jack
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From: Peter Degerlando <apc4god@verizon.net>
Date: 2007/09/18 Tue PM 08:18:24
Subject: Pete DeGerlando
Pete went into the hospital in Titusville early this morning. He was having some problems and I didn't know what to do with him. I called 911 and after taking his vitals here they took him to the hospital. He seemed to feel fine on Sat. and Sun. We went to his great granddaughter's 16th year party which was outside around a fire and it was cold on Sat. and windy. He had complained of being cold. We didn't stay too long. Then in church on Sun. he was cold. He had on a suit jacket, but the heat was not up too high. He is always cold. He had a fever also. They decided that he has pneumonia. All he wanted to do was sleep when I was there. Had to wake him tonight when I went to see him. He thinks he will be there at least 2 days. May know more tomorrow. He has had a lot of problems the last better than a year. Just seems he gets over one thing and then something else turns up. Maxine
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From: onlyme1118@aol.com = Jaime Potter Alvarez
Hi Norm and Janet,
I was hospitalized last week for double pneumonia, pleurisy and an intercostal infection where several ribs had separated from my sternum. As my bone mass continues to decrease due to osteoporosis, these problems could become more frequent. The pain I experience from the fractures inhibits deep breathing; shallow breathing contributes to the chance of pneumonia and pleurisy. Right now, the pain from the pleurisy (lower right lobe of my lungs) is the most bothersome. I'm asking for prayer right now for the acute pain, and long-haul for my bones. I've just recently had my osteoporosis medication changed, and hope and pray for an increase in bone mass before my next dexascan.
In God's grace,
Jaime Potter Alvarez
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It seems rather strange to insert oneself into this news channel but I would like to clarify my state of health for those who have not heard of late.
I should explain that this is my second go-round with ovarian cancer.
The first time was in 2000 and the extreme treatment of Taxol proved worth the side effects and kept me going for over 7 years. Now here we go again.
Because of rather devastating results the first chemo given me (Taxotere) was discontinued after two treatments and I am now on a less toxic brew (Gemzar with alternate carbon platinum addition ) and have now had four treatments with much less side effects. The Taxotere was doing its work and the tumor had shrunk but after another six weeks we'll see what the cat scan show with this new treatment. Thanks again for your prayers and concern.
Chuck and I were able to mark our 55th anniversary at a lodge in McCormick's Creek State Park in Spencer, Indiana where we spent our honeymoon. There were l4 of us celebrating just being together. So many bright spots remain.
Betty Loney
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Praise God for prayer wariors...Godspeed,
Hal Dangel
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'One of the hardest things in life to learn is which bridge to cross and which bridge to burn'
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BLANK - Rev. Robert, 85, Arbutus Park Manor, went to be
with his Lord, July 14, 2007, at Arbutus Park Manor. Born
June 13, 1922, in Hollsopple, son of Melvin and Rose
(Holsopple) Blank. Preceded in death by parents, and brother
Gerald. Survived by loving wife of 57 years, the former
Dorothy Baker; and these children, Dennis, Albuquerque, N.M.;
Dawna, married to Larry Johnson, Alta Vista, Va.; and the
Rev. Daniel, married to the former Kim Long, Lancaster County.
Also survived by grandsons, Mark, Chris and Jonathan Blank
and great-grandchildren, Cole, Bradyn and Tristan. Brother
of Joan Vuckovich, Johnstown and Duane, Boswell. Also survived
by the caring angels at the Crossroads. Rev. Blank was an
ordained minister in the Western Pennsylvania Conference of
the United Methodist Church, where he served faithfully for
42 years. He pastored churches in Mill Run, Normalville,
Pleasant Hill, Arona, Middletomb and Herminie. He was a
graduate of Conemaugh Township Area High School, class of
1942 and of Shenandoah University in Virginia. Pastor Bob,
as he was affectionately called, will be greatly missed by all
who knew and loved him. Family will be receiving friends from
7 to 9 p.m. Monday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the
George E. Mason Funeral Home Inc., Davidsville and from
10 a.m. until time of service, 11 a.m. Wednesday at Bethel
United Methodist Church, Hollsopple, the Rev. Donald
Seese and the Rev. Seth McPherson officiating. Interment,
Custer Cemetery. Those who wish, please make donoations
in Bob's name to Arbutus Park Manor Crossroads
Unit, 207 Ottawa St., Johnstown, Pa. 15904.
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From: algsayre@pulsenet.com = Giard and Alyce Sayre
Giard will be going into the hospital Friday, July 20th to be
operated on for his carotid artery .... 90% full. Prayers are
Always appreciated and necessary. Thank's ..... Alice and Giard
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From: bishgeocan@verizon.net = Bishop George and Carolyn Bashore
Just wanted you to know this information. The current
address for Carolyn and me is bishgeocar@verizon.net.
It would be good to have this published, since persons from
time-to-time try to e-mail information to me. Thanks much!
I hope that everything is well with you. God's strength and wisdom!
George W. Bashore
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